Presentation: 1.PIPESIM Basics: 1. PIPESIM File Naming and structure 2.Single Branch Model Basics (Iteration Options). 3.Building a Model. 4.Description of PIPESIM Model Components. 5.Single Branch Operations.
PIPESIM Single Branch Model:
1. PIPESIM File naming.
File naming GUI input files xxx.bps PIPESIM input file (single branch) xxx.bpn PIPESIM input file (network) xxx.pgw input file xxx.pvt Fluid Property PIPESIM-GOAL input file xxx.fpt FPT input file Output file xxx.out Output file xxx.sum Summary file xxx.plt Job plot (1 data point for each case) xxx.plc Case plot (1 data point for each node)
2. PIPESIM Single Branch Model Basics:
Iteration Options: PIPESIM is a steady state multiphase flow simulator.
PIPESIM performs simultaneous pressure and temperature calculations. It fundamental iteration options temperature always defined):
• Non-Iterative Pin and Qin known, calculate Pout
• Iterate on Pressure Qin and Pout known, calculate Pin
• Iterate on Flowrate Pin and Pout known, calculate Qin
has three (with inlet
Solution algorithm Solution computed in flow direction Each pipeline is divided into a number of segments determined automatically Pressure and energy balances in each segment Fluid physical properties are calculated at averaged conditions across each segment Flow regime determined from gas and liquid superficial velocities
3. Building a Model:
Building a model Define objects in the model, i.e. well completion,
tubing, etc using the toolbox Enter physical data, i.e. tubing ID, etc. Enter fluid data: black oil/compositional Set boundary conditions Select an operation
Single branch toolbox VERTICAL COMPLETION
COMPRESSOR HEATER/ COOLER
MULTIPHASE BOOSTER EXPANDER HORIZONTAL NODE
NA POINT MULTIPLIER/ ADDER
INJECTED GAS CHOKE
4. Description of PIPESIM model components:
Well completion models
Well PI (Oil & Gas) Vogel Equation (Oil) Jones (Oil & Gas) Fetkovich Equation (Oil) Back Pressure Equation (Gas) Pseudo Steady State (Oil & Gas) Forcheimer’s Equation (Gas & Condensate) Hydraulic Fracture (Oil & Gas) Transient (Oil & Gas)
Inflow performance relationships Oil Reservoirs:
Gas and Gas Condensate Reservoirs:
Well Productivity Index Vogel Equation Fetkovich Equation Jones Equation Pseudo-Steady-State Equation Hydraulic Fracture Transient
Well Productivity Index Back Pressure Equation Jones Equation Pseudo-Steady-State Equation Hydraulic Fracture
Well productivity index (PI) For Liquid Q = PI x (Pws - Pwf)
For gas compressible reservoirs Q = PI x (Pws2 - Pwf2) where,
Pws = static reservoir pressure Pwf = flowing bottom-hole pressure Q = flowrate
Vogel’s equation Empirical relationship for fluid below bubble point pressure: q/qmax = 1 - (1 - C)(Pwf/Pws) - C(Pwf/Pws)2 where,
C = PI Coefficient, normal value is 0.8 qmax = Absolute Open Hole Potential Pws = Static Reservoir Pressure Pwf = Bottom Hole Flowing Pressure
Fetkovich’s equation Alternative to Vogel’s equation Empirical correlation q / qmax = [ 1 - ( Pwf / Pr )2 ] n
The lower the value of n, the greater the degree of turbulence
Jones equation Gas and saturated oil reservoirs Equations: Gas: (P2) = AQ + BQ2 Oil: (P) = AQ + BQ2 where A : Laminar flow coefficient (Darcy) B : Turbulent flow coefficient (Non Darcy)
Also known as “Forcheimer equation”
Back pressure equation For gas wells Q = C (Pws2 - Pwf2)n
Schellhardt & Rawlins empirical equation Normally, 0.5 < n < 1.0
Pseudo - steady - state equation Oil and gas reservoirs Darcy equation Parameters used in equation : Permeability Thickness Radius (reservoir external drainage) / Area / Shape Skin (dimensionless skin factor) Wellbore diameter Gas well: laminar and turbulent flow Oil well: laminar flow
Well completion options ONLY valid when used with the pseudo-steady-state equation inflow performance model. To calculate skin factor and turbulence coefficient (for gas wells). Completion options:
None (i.e. no skin resistance to inflow) Open Hole (well is not cemented or cased) Perforated (McLeod model) Gravel Packed (Jones model)
Horizontal completion models Distributed PI (finite conductivity): Distributive PI: PI per unit length Steady State PI (Joshi) Pseudo Steady State PI (Babu & Odeh)
Single Point PI (infinite conductivity): Steady State PI (Joshi) Pseudo Steady State PI (Babu & Odeh)
Well Tubing Details Depth (TVD / MD) Detailed Profile Data Tubing ID’s - can be changed at any point along the tubing Artificial Lift: Gas Lift, ESP etc. Tubing/annular/combined flow Ambient temperature profile
Flowline details Flowline geometry: Length, ID Undulation profile Simple or Complex Heat Transfer
Flowline, Tubing Heat transfer Energy balance for each segment Heat enters with flowing fluid through pipe wall
User specified overall U-value User supplied pipe coating information
Reference: A.C. Baker, M. Price. “modelling the Performance of High-Pressure HighTemperature Wells”, SPE 20903, (1990).
Heat transfer (cont.) U-values - Overall heat transfer coefficient relative to the pipe outside diameter (OD)
Insulated pipe 0.2 Coated 2.0 Bare (in Air) 20 Bare (in Water)
BTU/hr/ft2/F BTU/hr/ft2/F BTU/hr/ft2/F 200 BTU/hr/ft2/F
Heat transfer (cont.) Overall heat transfer coefficient can be calculated from the user supplied data User can supply up to 4 coatings on the pipe w/
Thickness Thermal Conductivity
Pipe thermal conductivity Burial depth Ground thermal conductivity Ambient air/water velocity
Equipment • • • • •
Pump Compressor Choke Flow Multiplier/Divider Flow Adder/Substractor • Injection Point
Multiphase Booster Generic Multiphase
Pump Separator Expander Heater Exchanger Generic Equipment (dP / dT)
5. Single Branch Operations:
Single branch operations
System Analysis Pressure/Temperature Profile Flow Correlation Matching Nodal Analysis Optimum Horizontal Well Length Reservoir Tables Gas Lift Rate v Casing Head Pressure Artificial Lift Performance
Flow correlation matching To determine the most suitable flow correlation Select the required flow correlations Enter measured pressure and temperature survey data (FGS), through “MEASURED DATA”. Enter known boundary conditions Results show each correlation and the entered data
Pressure/temperature profile Compute the pressure and temperature profile for
a system and also vary some other parameters within system Enter sensitivity variable Enter boundary conditions Resulting PSPLOT shows pressure or temperature against depth (well) or elevation (flowline). Can plot measured data also.
System analysis Set up multiple sensitivity operation. Set up System Analysis Plot : Specify calculated variable. Select X axis variable. Select any number of sensitivity variables (Z axis variables).
In addition, also specify sensitivity relation. One variable Several variables that change together Several variables permuted against one another
Nodal analysis Classical nodal analysis at any point (insert NA point in the model). Break the system into two and compute the inflow and outflow around that point. Resulting PSPLOT shows the classical inflow/outflow curves.
ID = 3" ID = 3 1/2" ID = 4" Reservoir Performance Flow Rate
Flowing Bottomhole Pressure
Reservoir Performance Flow Rate
Reservoir tables Produce a table of bottom-hole pressures that can be utilised by reservoir simulators. (VFP tables). Interface to common reservoir simulators such as: ECLIPSE VIP PORES COMP4 MoRes
Artificial lift performance Allows artificial lift performance curves (gas or ESP lift) to be generated and also varies some other parameters within system. To produce input performance curves for GOAL. Resulting plot is gas lift quantity (or ESP power) versus oil production rate.
Artificial lift systems Gas lift Two Model Options : Fixed injection depth & rate. Multiple injection points (Gas Lift Valves).
ESP (Electrical Submersible Pump)
Gas Lift Design • New mandrel spacing. • Design for existing mandrels (current spacing). Casing & tubing pressure sensitive valves (IPO / PPO valves). Valve spacing, test rack pressure calculations and valve sizing. Unloading gas and liquid rate calculations – sizing of unloading valves. Bracketing valve calculations. • Multiple static gradient options. • Database of valve parameters (editable).
Gas Lift Design Additional Design Tools / Operations : Deepest injection point calculation. Bracketing range calculations. Lift Gas Response Curves – how production rate and injection depth respond to various sensitivities. Analysis can be performed assuming “Optimum Depth of Injection” or “Injection at Specified Mandrel Depths only”.
Gas Lift Dagnostics Simulate an existing well design (for current production & injection conditions). Calculate valve status (open, closed, throttling). Determine valve throughput (based on bellows load rate). Troubleshoot existing gas lift installation for multiporting, shallow injection etc.).
Gas lift design : Pressure – Depth Plot.
Electrical submersible pump Database with a list of ESP manufacturers and models (i.e. Reda, Centrilift etc) is made available. Base data: casing diameter, minimum & maximum flowrates and base speed. Design data: pump speed, number of stages, head factor.
ESP performance curve
ESP variable speed curves
ESP Design Selects & Designs a pump to meet design conditions of production rate and production pressure. Select appropriate pump for casing size and production
rate. Select required number of stages. Identify requirements for separation. Identify power requirements. Analyse variable speed performance of the pump / well system. Simple motor and cable screening requirements.
6. Multiphase Flow Modelling in PIPESIM:
Pressure change calculation method
Determine the phase(s) present Determine the inclination angle Determine the flow pattern Calculate the elevational, frictional and accelerational pressure losses or gains
Phases present If the liquid volume fraction < 0.00001 then single phase gas exists If the liquid volume fraction > 0.99 liquid exists otherwise multiphase flow exists
then single phase
Single phase flow correlations Available
Moody (default) AGA - Dry Gas Equation Panhandle A Panhandle B Hazen-Williams Weymouth
Inclination angle If the inclination angle > 45° or < -45° then vertical flow patterns and pressure change correlations apply otherwise horizontal flow patterns and pressure change correlations apply
Multiphase flow correlations Published industry standard correlations: Duns & Ros Orkiszewski Hagedorn & Brown Beggs & Brill (original & revised) Mukherjee & Brill Govier, Aziz & Fogarasi AGA & Flanigan Oliemans Gray Noslip


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Welcome to today’s discussion about cat art decor for bathrooms. Many people love cats and want to incorporate their favorite feline friends into their home decor. In this conversation, we will explore different ways to add cat art to your bathroom, creating a fun and unique space that showcases your love for cats. Whether you’re a cat lover looking to add a touch of whimsy to your bathroom or a decor enthusiast in search of new and exciting ideas, this discussion has something for everyone. So, let’s dive in!
Dive into the World of Cat Art
Cats have always been a source of inspiration for human beings, and artists have been no exception. Cat art is one of the most popular forms of art, and it has been around for centuries. From classical paintings to modern-day prints, cat art is a diverse category that has something for everyone.
The Significance of Cat Art
Cat art has always been a representation of the bond between humans and cats. It portrays the love and affection that humans have for their feline companions. Cat art is not only an expression of love for cats but also a way to show appreciation for the beauty and grace that cats possess.
The Evolution of Cat Art
Cat art has come a long way from the ancient Egyptian paintings of cats to the modern-day prints and posters. Cat art has evolved with time, and it has adapted to the changing tastes of people. Today, cat art is not only limited to paintings and prints but also includes sculptures, figurines, and other decorative items.
The Power of Cat Art in Bathroom Decor
Bathrooms are one of the most overlooked spaces in a house when it comes to decor. However, with the right choice of cat art, you can transform your bathroom into a space that reflects your love for felines.
Why Choose Cat Art for Bathroom Decor?
Cat art is an excellent choice for bathroom decor as it adds a touch of whimsy and personality to the space. When you choose cat art for bathroom decor, you are not only adding a decorative element but also creating a relaxing and calming environment.
Different Types of Cat Art for Bathroom Decor
There are several cat art options available for bathroom decor. You can choose from paintings, prints, posters, sculptures, and figurines. You can also choose cat-themed shower curtains, bath mats, and towels to complete the look.
How to Choose the Right Cat Art for Your Bathroom
Choosing the right cat art for your bathroom can be a daunting task. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice.
Consider the Theme of Your Bathroom
The cat art you choose should complement the theme of your bathroom. For instance, if you have a minimalist bathroom, choose a simple cat print or a sculpture that does not overpower the space.
Choose the Right Colors
The colors of the cat art you choose should complement the colors of your bathroom. If your bathroom has a neutral color scheme, you can choose a colorful cat print or sculpture to add a pop of color.
Consider the Size of Your Bathroom
The size of your bathroom should also be considered when choosing cat art. If you have a small bathroom, choose a small cat figurine or a small print. If you have a larger bathroom, you can choose a larger cat sculpture or a larger print.
Where to Buy Cat Art for Your Bathroom
There are several places where you can buy cat art for your bathroom. You can check out local art galleries, home decor stores, or online marketplaces. Online marketplaces like Etsy and Amazon have a wide range of cat art options available.
Buying from Local Art Galleries
Buying from local art galleries is an excellent way to support local artists. Local art galleries often have unique and one-of-a-kind cat art pieces that you may not find anywhere else.
Buying from Home Decor Stores
Home decor stores like Bed Bath & Beyond and Wayfair have a wide range of cat art options available. They also have knowledgeable staff who can help you choose the right cat art for your bathroom.
Buying from Online Marketplaces
Online marketplaces like Etsy and Amazon have a vast collection of cat art options available. These marketplaces also have customer reviews and ratings, which can help you make an informed decision.
FAQs – Cat Art Decor for Bathroom
What is cat art decor for bathroom?
Cat art decor for bathroom refers to the use of cat-themed artwork and decorations to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your bathroom. This can include items such as wall art, shower curtains, bath mats, and towels, all featuring cute or artistic feline designs.
Why choose cat art decor for my bathroom?
Cat art decor can add a playful and whimsical touch to your bathroom, making it more inviting and unique. It’s also a great way to showcase your love for cats and incorporate your style into your home decor. Additionally, cat art decor can be a fun conversation starter for guests who visit your bathroom.
Where can I find cat art decor for my bathroom?
You can find cat art decor for your bathroom from a variety of sources, including online retailers and home decor stores. Some popular places to search for cat-themed bathroom decor include Etsy, Amazon, and Society6. You can also check your local pet stores or visit craft shows and fairs to find unique and handmade cat art items.
What types of cat art decor are available for a bathroom?
There are many cat-themed decor options available for a bathroom, including wall art, shower curtains, bath mats, towels, soap dispensers, and even toilet seat covers. You can choose from realistic depictions of cats or more cartoonish and whimsical designs. Some cat art decor may also have humorous or clever quotes or sayings related to cats.
How do I incorporate cat art decor into my bathroom design?
When incorporating cat art decor into your bathroom design, choose items that complement your existing color scheme or add an element of contrast. For example, if your bathroom has a neutral color scheme, consider adding a brightly colored cat-themed shower curtain or bath mat to make the space pop. You can also mix and match artwork and decor for a more eclectic or bohemian vibe. Finally, consider incorporating real or faux plants and cat-themed accessories, like toothbrush holders or soap dishes, to tie the space together.

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The union for care workers GMB has criticised the Government’s announcement that national Minimum Wage enforcement in the care sector will be suspended for a further four week period, pointing out that additional funding is needed to address the case crisis in social care.
Responding to the announcement, Sharon Wilde, GMB national officer for care, said: “This disgraceful announcement shows that the Government is washing its hands of a care sector in crisis.
“Care workers perform extremely difficult jobs for very low pay, and Ministers are treating with contempt by not enforcing the National Minimum Wage.
“The average care worker earns just £7.75 an hour – just 25p above the minimum wage, and non-compliance with the law is still endemic in the sector.
“High turnover rates are already putting staff and patients at risk.
“The real problem is that there just isn’t enough money in the system. It’s time for Ministers to treat care workers with some humanity and put in the additional funding that we so desperately need.”


Describing the Mumbai-Goa national highway as “death trap”, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said it will be soon converted into a four-lane concrete road at the cost of Rs. 4,500-5,000 crore.
Replying to a supplementary during Question Hour, he said though there were some problems regarding land acquisition, it would be sorted out in the next three months.
“The stretch has become a death trap. So we have decided to convert it into a four-lane concrete road,” Gadkari said, adding it would require Rs. 4,500-5,000 in doing that.
Widening of the stretch would reduce accidents, he said.
To another question, Gadkari said around five lakh road accidents take place each year and the casualties relating to these accidents reach up to 1.5 lakh.


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While I was Blog Surfing the other day I came across the Inkspiration Colour Challenge. I quite liked the sound of the colours and thought (since I’m being a Brayer’er at the moment)….Mmmm – I could Brayer those. So away I went.
I actually made a couple of Cards. And I like them both although this is more the look I was going for.
And the thing that I found interesting about this was that by the time I did my Brayer background, stamping and 3D imagey thing – I decided that I did not want to add any embellishments. So there it is… Just Ink & Paper!!
If you’re wondering – here’s the other card I did.
So I was going for the 3D kind of look here too….but I did not really work. I did it on Glossy Card – and spritz my flower image with water before I stamped it so it would slide around a bit. But as I say – it didn’t work. Also….NOTE TO SELF – Don’t Brayer on Glossy card again!!
17 thoughts on “Just Ink and Paper”
Yep. You’re definitely a brayer godess!! Love them both, but especially the first. 🙂
STUNNING!!!! Absolutely STUNNING!!!!! YOu’ve made that scary colour combo look absolutely AMAZING!!!!
You don’t need a sentiment on this card, it makes it’s own stunning statement!!! Love your 3D effect, amazing! Strangely enough, I brayer better on gloss, weird huh? ;P
Love your first card. When I had lessons many years ago on using the brayer we used gloss card first and I only use gloss card when I brayer!! The finish is always soft and smooth and if you do it right even.
Mmmmm – perhaps I need more practice then? I found it coloured quickly which I liked – but it took me ages to get it smooth and without lines – which I didn’t like. Will keep working on it.
Wow Chantell, this is really gorgeous! I admire people like you who can use the brayer effectively…no matter how many times I play with it I have to file my work in the bin!!! lol Both of these cards are amazing, I love them both.
love sally 🙂
Beautiful! Love what you’ve done with these colours, and I really like the ‘slidey’ effect of the image on your second card. Don’t give up on brayering on glossy card … I find it more forgiving than on matte card.
stunning, love the 3D effect on the first one
WOW!! I’m almost lost for words Chantell. What a gorgeous card andI just love this stamp set, one of my faves.
Have a great day
Absolutely beautiful work! Well done!
Wow your brayer backgrounds are great. These look so good well done!
I love how simple this is it totally doesn’t need any embellies!! It is sooo stunning just as it is!!! And the design is super wonderful!! LOVE IT!
SMiles Sharnee 🙂
Wooooow….! Talk about making something stunning out of ink and paper! I like both versions of your cards. You used this stamp set in a stunning way! Thanks for sharing!!
Congratulations on WINNING the Inkspiration Challenge.. very VERY VERY deserving.. these are both AMAZING!!!
YOUR WORK IS JUST LOVELY!!!
I love this card. I am a new demonstrator. Can you tell me how to brayer like this please.
I’d like to give it a try.


Womenize! Wednesday Weekly is our weekly series featuring inspirational women from games and tech. For this edition we feature the Freelance 3D Environment Artist Stina Flodström. Read more about Stina in this interview:
Hi Stina! You’ve worked at companies like YAGER and Sandbox Interactive before becoming a Freelance 3D Environment Artist. What led you to that decision?
I got the opportunity to work on the Mars 2030 VR project as a freelancer, a project that would go on for a year. It was such an exciting project and a chance that I didn’t want to miss out on so I took the step and became self employed. It was scary in the beginning but it is something that I haven’t regretted, it’s exciting to have the freedom to work on different projects, even though I do miss working in a team from time to time.
As a 3D Environment Artist you have to master a lot of different skills and tools. What should be the first steps for someone who is interested in pursuing a similar career as yours?
I would start by learning the basics in a 3d modelling software, it doesn’t matter so much which one as the basic concepts are the same. Blender is free so that is a good option. Then I would look for tutorials about making game art in that software, make a simple asset with textures and learn how to bring it into a game engine like Unreal or Unity. Join an online community like the Polycount Forum and post your stuff there. It’s a great place for improving and getting critique on your 3d work. Continue to model what interests you and build up a portfolio. Making a small scene based on a modular kit is always a good exercise. It’s all about learning by doing, environment art is a craft and the way to master the tools is by using them over and over again.
Going to a school is not a bad idea to jump start the career. There are quite a few around these days. I would try to find a school that is as practical as possible, writing a thesis is not something that will be useful when you apply for an Environment art job, it’s all about your portfolio. Also choose a school that offers an internship. An internship is a golden opportunity to learn and will hopefully lead to your first junior position. Other than that, engage in the community, post things online, look at what others do, ask questions, search the internet for answers and join game jams, it’s a great way to learn and meet other people starting out.
You were the Lead Environment Artist for Mars 2030, a VR project in cooperation with NASA. The market is growing yet virtual reality games are still seen as a niche. What do you think the future of VR will hold, for developers as well as players?
The devices are getting cheaper and more portable very fast but I still think it will take a long time until VR is not a niche anymore. What I love about VR games is the total immersion, I’m always amazed on how it can fool my brain to believe in the world I’m seeing. But I also think that is at the same time what makes it hard for VR, it’s not always so convenient to be shut out from the world around you. I have also worked with AR and I think that the two moving towards each other could have a stronger appeal to a broader audience.
VR is already making a big impact in the scientific fields like medicine, construction, simulation, design and even psychology. It is being tested and used as a tool that is changing workflows, ways of training and learning.
The devices will like all other tech get faster and more powerful, allowing for more detailed graphics and bigger worlds. Doing graphics for VR is actually not that different from other games. The big difference for me is in gameplay, storytelling and interaction. It’s a totally new way of interacting with the game world and I think VR is just taking its first steps figuring out what it can be.
We appreciate your insights Stina, thank you for your time!


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The 22-year-old player, who recently came out as the first openly gay NCAA Divison I athlete, was accompanied by Gerald, 47, on the red carpet over the weekend at the 2014 GLAAD Media Awards in New York City.
Gerald tells E! News that they first connected via Twitter a few years ago after Derrick saw him in the indie film BearCity. They finally met in person last month, after the athlete had come out to his family.
“Through the years I’ve encouraged him to lead an authentic life and tried my best to offer as much objective support as possible,” Gerald expressed. “It was a scary time for him and I tried my best to assure him that self-acceptance wasn’t anything to be ashamed of and I strongly suggested he find a support team at UMass.”

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OF LOVE, DEATH AND BEYOND: Exploring Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony A full-length documentary journey into the music and personal drama that resulted in Gustave Mahler’s prophetic and exhilarating Second Symphony. When composing the work, Mahler addressed the core questions of the meaning of life and of death. As the film shows, Mahler developed his own rich responses to these questions that do not correspond to established dogmas. Shot on location in Austria, Germany, Italy, and the United States, Of Love, Death and Beyond includes historical reenactments and interviews with many of the world’s most respected Mahler scholars, as well as noted philosophers and theologians. Weaving through the documentary is a critically acclaimed
performance of the Symphony produced especially for the film, featuring Neeme Järvi conducting an all-star Orchestra composed of musicians from the New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, and Detroit Symphony. The large forces also include the renowned New York Choral Artists, and soloists Twyla Robinson and Susanne Mentzer. Narrated by Thomas Hampson. Subtitles in English, French, German, and Italian.
• Thomas Hampson sings “Des Antonius von Padua Fischpredigt” (from Des Knaben Wunderhorn)
• Neuer Knabenchor, Hamburg perform “Die Auferstehung” (Klopstock)
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Essential for every Mahler collection. January 3, 2012
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"This superb film offers an in-depth study of Mahler's 2nd Symphony from its conception to its completion. The involvement of a generous number of outstanding musicians and scholars (musicologists, philosophers, theologians) and the narration by Thomas Hampson beyond doubt recommend this DVD. The re-enactments of incidents in Mahler's life are carefully done, and the High Definition cinematography is stunningly beautiful. The recorded sound is beyond reproach. As a fan and student of the works of Mahler for over fifty years, I cannot recommend this film and the related concert performance too highly.
This special edition of 2 DVDs includes the complete performance of the symphony in New York City's Riverside Church (visually and acoustically perfect for this work) by an orchestra of musicians especially brought together from the New York Philharmonic, the Detroit Symphony, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and other orchestras and assembled first-rate choruses from the NYC area. There are many passages excerpted in the film as examples, but you will want to hear / see this remarkable performance in its entirety.
If you already have "enough" excellent performances of the Mahler 2nd on DVD (there really aren't that many...), the alternative single disc edition (also available at ArchivMusic) will satisfy you. Although I own the Bernstein and Chailly DVDs, I bought the complete set, and I am totally delighted. No matter how many CD recordings you may have of the 2nd, I think I can safely predict that you will benefit from the purchase of this set. Having recently completed the reading of a major biography of Mahler and a project of listening to all of the symphonies, I still garnered new information and insights from this film.


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Local gardeners will have the chance to “Ask John” at the Aug. 23 meeting of the Alabama Hydrangea Society.
Accomplished horticulturist and former Editor in Chief of Southern Living magazine John Floyd will speak about what he believes the Hydrangea Society and similar groups need to do to make gardening accessible, especially on a local level.
Floyd is the green thumb behind Birmingham Gardening Today, the goal of which is to provide straightforward information and advice about gardening in the Birmingham area. The website can be found at birminghamgardeningto- day.com.
“Good gardening information is local. Our metro area has unique gardening needs, as do many,” Floyd said.
Accomplished or aspiring gardeners can look to the site to find guides on subjects such as what to plant when.
If someone visiting the site can’t find the solution for their gardening problem, Floyd invites them to “Ask John.” In this section of the website, people can submit questions and look for advice.
Floyd said he includes this tool on the site because he wants gardening to be doable, not just for those pursuing it as a hobby, but for everyday homeowners just trying to have a nice yard.
In giving his talk to the Alabama Hydrangea Society, he plans to encourage audience members to share their knowledge about Birmingham gardening with a wider audience, he said.
Floyd has been gardening for 30 years and has degrees in horticulture, plant taxonomy and plant physiology from Auburn and Clemson universities.
The talk will be held at the Aldridge Gardens House at 1 p.m. Aug. 23.
The event is free and open to the public. ❖


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Personal injury cases can involve different defendants and different insurance companies, and can seem quite complicated to nearly anyone who hasn’t filed a claim before. If you have a potential case, it’s important to understand how personal injury lawsuits work and how you can protect your right to compensation.
In this blog, Greene Broillet & Wheeler, LLP breaks down some basics about personal injury law and third-party liability.
What is a Third-Party Lawsuit?
Personal injury lawsuits come in all shapes and sizes, but are generally a “first-party” or “third-party” claim (or lawsuit). These terms refer to the person who brings the action (the Plaintiff) and their relationship to the insurance carrier that ultimately pays out a policy’s benefits.
The difference is distinct:
- First-party claims involve a direct relationship between the insured and insurer. They are filed against your own insurance company following a loss that is covered by your policy.
- Third-party claims are brought by third parties who do not have a direct relationship with the insurance company, and who allege that the insurer’s policyholder caused their damages.
Drivers, businesses, and property owners purchase third-party coverage to protect themselves in the event that they cause injury or loss to other people. Because it is the insurance carrier that typically pays victims any settlement or judgment awarded against its policyholder, the insurer will also handle their defense. This means that when you bring a personal injury claim against someone you claim to be at fault for your injuries, you’ll most likely be dealing with their insurance company or lawyers paid by their insurance company.
As a victim with a potential third-party case, you should know that insurance companies owe a duty of good faith and fair dealing to their insured, but owe no such duty to third parties.
These corporations value profits more than people and they may not treat you fairly in their attempts to dispute liability and pay you as little as possible. An attorney experienced in representing personal injury victims can help you level the playing field.
How Do I Know if I Have a First-Party or Third-Party Injury Claim?
Having a lawyer review your case will provide the most accurate answer, as it depends on the underlying cause of an accident (which isn’t always clear).
Personal injury claims are intended to make victims whole after they’ve suffered harm and losses. Sometimes, this can be accomplished when injured victims file first-party claims with their own insurance company, provided that those losses are covered under a policy purchased by the victim. For example, you might have a first-party claim if:
- You were injured in a hit-and-run accident and have uninsured motorist coverage.
- You were injured by a driver who was underinsured and carry enough underinsured motorist coverage to make up for the damages their insurance couldn’t cover.
- You are bringing a bad faith action against your own insurance company for losses caused by their failure to properly handle your claim.
It is more often the case, however, that personal injury victims are made whole when they successfully prove that another party is liable for their damages. Some examples of third-party injury cases include:
- Car accident lawsuits against a negligent driver
- Claims against negligent trucking companiesPremises liability lawsuits against landowners
- Lawsuits involving defective or unsafe products
- Wrongful death and survival actions
What Do I Have to Prove in a Third-Party Case?
To be successful in your third-party claim, you’ll need to prove that the defendant is liable for your injuries and related losses. Generally, this means proving negligence and establishing the following elements:
- The defendant’s duty of care;
- The defendant’s negligence in breaching their duty;
- Causation (the defendant’s negligence was the cause of your injury); and
Many personal injury victims bring cases on claims of negligence. However, some cases may plead other theories of liability in addition to or independent of negligence, such as strict products liability, vicarious responsibility (an employer’s liability for employees), or intentional assault / battery.
An attorney can help you better understand the nature of your claim and what you’ll need to prove to secure a financial recovery.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Third-Party Case?
Plaintiffs who prove a defendant’s liability are entitled to a financial recovery of their damages, which are often paid by the defendant’s insurance company in the form of a negotiated settlement or court-ordered judgment.
Damages are different in every case, and it is important to work with attorneys who can help you fully account for all the damages to which you’re entitled – including those you have already suffered and any you may be expected to incur in the future.
Recoverable damages in third-party cases can include:
- Medical bills and future medical expenses
- Lost income and future wages
- Property damage / property loss
- Pain and suffering
- Disability, disfigurement, or lost quality of life
- Loss of companionship / consortium
- Lost financial and emotional support
Third-Party Claims & Work-Related Accidents
The term “third-party” claim is commonly used to differentiate between the types of claims an injured worker may bring after being hurt on the job.
That’s because workers are entitled to workers’ compensation, but may bring civil claims outside of the workers’ compensation system when they can prove a third party is the blame.
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The number of home repossessions in the US soared in July, figures suggest, underlining the woes facing the sector.
The housing slump and rate rises have been big problems for lenders
There was a 93% jump in filings for repossessions on the same month a year ago, and a 9% rise on June's figure, property firm RealtyTrac said.
The figures will make worrying reading for many analysts as problems in the US mortgage market have triggered a global credit crunch and drop in share prices.
Other data showed higher job losses in the construction and property sectors.
Falling sales and decreasing prices have made it harder for homeowners who have hit difficulties to sell their homes and clear their debts.
The RealtyTrac data showed there were 179,599 foreclosure - or repossession - filings in July. This equates to one for every 693 households.
California, Florida, Ohio, Michigan and Georgia accounted for more than half of the cases.
Borrowers with sub-prime loans have been particularly hard hit.
The US sub-prime mortgage sector offers higher-risk loans to people with a poor credit history.
As US interest rates have risen and the housing bubble has burst, a growing number of sub-prime borrowers have defaulted on their loans.
Because the lenders have often sold on the debt, this has led to extensive financial difficulties for a number of investment funds with heavy exposure to the sector - prompting fears of a wider financial crisis.
Analysts say that the biggest worries for investors is not knowing the eventual scale of the problem.
Many sub-prime loans were given to borrowers who did not furnish paperwork proving their income.
Leading lenders such as Countrywide have said they are now tightening their lending standards as well as making staff redundant.
Data from consulting firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas said the housing industry had announced 87,962 job cuts so far this year - 75% more than recorded for all of 2006, with 41% linked to housing market troubles.
Nearly a quarter of the year's cuts had been announced in August alone, it said.
"Many companies expected the mortgage situation to implode. They've just been wondering when the bubble would burst," said chief executive John Challenger.
"Companies are not surprised by what's happening, but the reality of the situation and the speed with which it occurred is shocking."

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“Cybercriminals are looking to breach your system from unexpected places; once in, they can move around easily.”
Glenn Baruck, Chicago Voice and Data
Cybersecurity threats are everywhere today, and safeguarding our technological infrastructure is paramount. Ethernet switches, crucial components in network architecture, are often vulnerable to cyberattacks. Fortunately, there are proactive measures we can take to bolster their defenses. In this article written for securityinfowatch.com, author Henry Martel explores eight essential strategies to cyber-harden Ethernet switches, ensuring robust protection against malicious intrusions and enhancing overall network security. Whether you’re a seasoned IT professional, a small business owner or an aspiring cybersecurity enthusiast, these insights offer invaluable guidance in fortifying your digital ecosystem.


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The Encyclopedia Americana (1920)/Boston Port Bill
BOSTON PORT BILL, of 31 March 1774, was Great Britain's retort to the destruction of the tea in Boston Harbor, 16 Dec. 1773. (See Boston Tea Party). The maintenance of English authority by force, or abdication in favor of a party which would maintain it, were the only alternatives left to the government. The King's Speech of 7 March 1774 charged the colonists with attempting to injure British commerce and subvert the Constitution, and on the 18th Lord North brought in the Port Bill, providing that there should be no further “landing or discharging, lading or shipping of goods, wares and merchandise at the town and within the harbor of Boston” till the town paid for the tea and promised submission to the laws; that the colony's seat of government should be removed to Salem and Marblehead made a port of entry, the act to take effect 1 June. Even some of the best friends of America in Parliament at first approved it as moderate and reasonable, as the town could end the punishment at any moment by paying for legitimate merchandise destroyed by riot and allowing law and order to have their course; but the Whig opposition soon collected itself and the bill was fought in its various stages by Burke, Barre, Pownall and others. In spite of them it became a law 31 March, without a division in the Commons and by unanimous vote in the Lords. The fleet and army were, of course, to join in enforcing the blockade; Boston was filled with troops and Gage made commander-in-chief. The immediate results were a flood of contributions from the other New England towns, of grain and provisions, so great that the Boston leaders boasted that it would become the chief grain port of America if the act were not repealed; and finally a general congress, the first Continental Congress, was called to discuss this and other obnoxious acts passed in the same year and to devise measures of relief. Consult Frothingham, ‘Rise of the Republic’ (Boston 1872); Pickering, ‘Statutes at Large’ (Vol. XXX, London 1842); Halsey, ‘Boston Port Bill’ (New York 1904).

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How can you skip tracks or edit the play list?
+ On the first start songs are now automatically loaded
+ Support for songs without embedded album art
+ RokQ Jukebox now ensures your party guests are not overwhelmed with too many songs to choose from, i.e. it loads not more than 200 songs
+ Automatic selection of songs when trying to load more than 200 songs
+ The window for adding songs is now larger
+ Optimized the smoothness of scrolling
+ Added a link to the about box to allow rating the RokQ Jukebox app

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Seth Meyers has become the latest late night host to be hit by COVID – and for the second time.
The host has announced that NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers would be canceled for the rest of the week due to a positive test for the COVID-19 virus.
“After negative tests Monday and Tuesday, I tested positive for Covid this morning,” Meyers tweeted on Wednesday. “Cancelled can be seen for the rest of this week. Apologies to our regular guests and loyal viewers.”
Meyers previously announced he had COVID in January, making him one of many to be reinfected by the virus in the current sixth wave, which is powered by the highly contagious variant BA.5.
Fellow late night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel tested positive for the virus in May, forcing their respective shows to make some last minute changes as well.


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FGF signaling mediates definitive endoderm formation by regulating epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition and cell proliferation
Original Article | Published: 14 December 2020
Shengbiao Li 1,3, Qingsong Huang2, Jianwen Mao2 and Qiuhong LI*,1,2
1School of Basic Medical Sciences, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, 2Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Bioactive Substances, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 3South China Institute of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, China
FGF signaling pathway is imperative for definitive endoderm (DE) differentiation from human embryonic stem cells (hESCs), which always accompanies an epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) process. However, whether there is an association between FGF signaling and the EMT during DE formation in vitro has remained elusive. In the present study, we identify that several FGF family members were significantly activated during the differentiation of hESCs toward DE. Inhibition of FGF signaling by an efficient and selective inhibitor BGJ398 abolishes both the EMT and DE induction by blocking the activation of the zinc-finger transcription factor SNAI1 which is a direct transcriptional repressor of cell adhesion protein CDH1. In addition, cell proliferation is also severely influenced by attenuating the FGF signaling. Collectively, we propose that the FGF signaling promotes the DE formation through mediating the EMT and cell proliferation.

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Nothing sets the mood of your house like period lighting. Whether it’s casting a warm glow around the room or shining a bright spot on a painting, the lighting you choose adds immeasurably to your home’s overall ambiance and décor, and it’s important to get it right. It’s also pretty easy to get it wrong.
A perfectly appointed Queen Anne house outfitted with Eastlake settees, flocked wallpaper, and stained glass windows that features an Art Deco ceiling pendant in the parlor would feel jarring. Likewise, a mid-century house, full of Saarinen and Eames furniture, that boasts a Colonial Revival chandelier in the dining room wouldn’t feel right, either. Yet old houses in need of restoration can easily have mismatched lighting that pre- or post-dates the rest of the architectural details. That’s because light fixtures are a relatively easy way to update the décor—they can be installed by a handy homeowner or through a quick visit from an electrician—so they tend to get changed out more often than, say, the wallpaper. But that’s good news, too, because it means that if your house needs better-matched lighting, the fix is a relatively easy one, as long as you know what to look for.
A few simple rules of thumb will keep you on track when trying to match up lighting. Like most repairs to your house, the most seamless fits will be era-appropriate and aligned not only with the broader defined style of your house, but also its degree of architectural finery. (The more high-style the house, the more intricate or elaborate the light fixtures can be.) Selecting design motifs similar to those that already appear in your home helps, too. Materials can be key, both in the finishes on metal and in the appearance of glass shades. Would original fixtures have been shiny silver or brass, dark hammered metal, or a polychromed finish? Would shades have been clear or etched, fluted or bulbous, amber or multi-hued art glass? Answer these questions, and you’re on your way to finding the perfect match for your house. When it comes to historically based lighting, many options are available for houses of every style. To help narrow down the choices, we’ve selected lights suited for four architectural styles of houses—Victorian, Arts & Crafts, Colonial Revival, and Art Deco. Our picks are based on offerings that were considered cutting-edge during the height of popularity for each architectural style.
Coinciding with the Industrial Revolution, the Victorian era was a time of boundless innovation that touched nearly every aspect of American life—and nowhere was this more evident than in the lighting fixtures of the period. With the introduction of the carbon-filament lightbulb in 1879, Thomas Edison heralded a move away from the messy, potentially dangerous gas fixtures that marked the earlier stages of the Victorian era. However, the transition wasn’t entirely seamless—in the nascent years of electrical lighting, before widespread grid systems were developed in American cities, regular outages were a way of life.
A solution was found in combination gas/electric fixtures, which married small, downward-facing electric lights with larger, gas-fueled uplights that could be turned on when the electricity went out. In vogue during the turn of the 20th century, these dual-fuel lighting fixtures (almost always made of brass) took many forms, from sconces with only two lights (one facing up and one facing down) to chandeliers with up to a dozen. To accommodate their gas components, hanging fixtures such as chandeliers and pendants dangled from rigid poles rather than chains. In keeping with the era’s preference for fine detail, these fixtures often featured glass shades etched with delicate motifs. While modern reproductions have been updated to run solely on electricity, their aesthetic treatment still showcases the unique split personality of gas/electric fixtures.
Arts & Crafts
A revolution against the Victorians’ fervor for all things mass-produced, the Arts & Crafts movement celebrated handcrafted objects that highlighted simple, well-made construction rather than fussy decorative details. In the realm of lighting, this translated into an expression of craftsmanship that permeated the entire fixture. Working within the clean geometric lines promoted by tastemakers such as William Morris and Gustav Stickley, artisans created Craftsman- and Mission-style sconces, pendants, chandeliers, and lamps that perfectly harmonized with the rich woodwork and back-to-basics sensibilities of the era’s bungalows.
A premium was placed on the use of natural materials, which helped underline the movement’s emphasis on connecting with the natural world. A return to traditional trades such as blacksmithing produced an abundance of hand-hammered fixtures in weather-beaten metals like copper and iron. These fixtures were often accessorized with square or rectangular shades that incorporated another craft popular during the period: art glass. At times, this took the form of stained glass (which often matched the stained-glass patterns used on windows within a house), but it also could be found in the form of seeded, translucent glass in vibrant, earthy colors like green and amber. Hanging fixtures were often suspended from unadorned chains to complete the rustic tableau.
When it comes to departures from established style parameters, nothing beats Art Deco, which was introduced to the world at the 1925 Paris Exposition. Featuring cutting-edge, modernist designs inspired by the clean geometry of the machine age, Deco embraced experimentation with non-traditional forms and repetitive geometric motifs. More than a mere design trend, Art Deco and its close cousin, Streamline (which has similar forms, but less ornamentation), also convey a sense of optimism for the future, which helped a despondent public deal with Depression-era realities.
Marked by repeating circles, chevrons, and sharp geometric patterns that were inspired by timely industrial advancements like skyscrapers, airplanes, and spotlights, Deco fixtures were made from bright, shiny metals like chrome and aluminum. The innovative patterning could appear on cutout metalwork on the base and arms of a chandelier, the backplate of a sconce, or the ceiling mount itself—or, in the case of slipper shades, on the metal arms that connected oval glass shades strung together to resemble a scalloped turtle’s shell, which hung by chains from a decorative ceiling plate. Glass shades also could bear angular geometry; some even mimicked the iconic lines of the Empire State or Chrysler buildings.
A look to the past and the classic, tried-and-true lines that defined the earliest American houses earmarks Colonial Revival lighting, which tends to be stylish, straightforward, and somewhat restrained. The fever for Colonial Revival architecture was sparked by nostalgia over our country’s founding and a longing to recreate the way our ancestors lived. Common chandeliers mimicked the look of multi-armed candle-powered versions from Colonial times, and were supported by a strong, central column (usually bulbous in form) that hung from a simple chain. The faux candles on these chandeliers often came with fake wax drips for effect.
However, some timely technological breakthroughs—namely tungsten-filament light bulbs, which threw off more light than carbon filaments—helped usher in a couple of creative new designs. The first was the bowl pendant—a single glass half-moon shade that was open on top, bouncing light off of the ceiling and back down into the room (the first example of indirect lighting). The second was the shower chandelier, featuring multiple glass shades suspended from delicate arms to resemble a meteor display on the ceiling. In terms of the materials used, simple and traditional reign here, with fixtures usually made of brass or silver, and accessorized with blown-glass shades (often wheel-engraved).

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This assignment is a good project for working with 2 dimensional arrays. In this program, you will implement an ascii version of the classic game "Connect 4".
Connect 4 is a 2 player game played on a 7 rows by 6 columns vertical grid of squares. Each player takes turns inserting colored disks (checkers) into the top row of the grid. When inserted, a disk falls until it hits the bottom of the grid or another disk that was inserted previously. The object of the game is for a player to place 4 disks in a row, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally. The game ends when either player achieves victory, or if there are no more open squares, in which case the game is a draw.
1. Write a console (command line) application that will allow two players to play connect 4.
2. Your program should present the players with an ascii playing board, and allow the players to press number keys to determine which column they want to insert a disk into. When a player makes a move, print a bunch of newlines, and then print the updated board.
3. Be sure to handle illegal inputs properly, including letter presses, or pressing numbers that are out of range, and not allowing input in columns that are full.
4. Print your name as part of the board layout.
5. When a game is over, allow the players to decide whether they want to quit or start a new game, rather than just ending.
6. Optional features: Keep a running total of how many games each player has won since the start of the program. Ask the users to enter their names when the program starts. Include the names of the users in your prompts and board layout.
- Write a Connect 4 console program.
- Make sure the program handles horizontal, vertical and diagonal wins by either player.
- Make sure the programs compile and run from the command line without modification.
- Include your source and executable files in your turnin.
- Zip all of your files in a SINGLE .zip file and turn it in to the D2L dropbox.

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It's been a while since posting a blog, so I figured it was high time for a new post. My commitment to my readers (if I have even have any readers), I promise to be more dedicated to my blogging. Even if I don't have any race reports, I will be posting new fitness tips, or training updates.
I am so thankful to have wonderful family in town for Thanksgiving week. Jeremy and I have his brother Jason, and his wife Lindsay in town from Tuesday-Sunday. The four of us are very close, so we LOVE having them here! In preparing for Thanksgiving, I originally wanted to do the Drumstick Dash 10k; however, my sister in-law hadn't been running much. So we decided on the Turkey Trot 5k. (We found out a couple weeks later that Lindsay is pregnant!) YAY! Absolutely a legitimate reason to bow out of the race. Well, the day before the race, Jason, Lindsay, and Jeremy went to register for the race....Lindsay decided not to run the race, given she hasn't been running very much. Jason decided not to run because it was supposed to be so cold, and Pennsylvania has been much warmer-his lungs weren't acclimated to the cold windchills. And Jeremy simply decided not to run. I was slightly bummed that it ended up not being a family affair. But don't fret, I got to run the 5k with two of my XC guys, Austin and DC!!!
I was definitely the weakest link of the three of us; however, we did run the race together as a fun run! Thank you DC and Austin for running my pace :) It's good for me to be the slow one! We made it an adventure! We ran from my apartment building to the start of the race, ran the 5k race, and then ran home (with our goodie bags, water bottles, and muscle milks in our hands, totaling a good 6 mile run! It was the coldest Thanksgiving Day in 25 yrs! The windchill was -6 degrees!!! It was a bitter chill. I wore 4 top layers, 2 pant layers, 2 pairs of gloves, a hat, and a face mask! I was bundled for sure!!! Movement in general required more effort than usual! There were icy patches along most of the course.
Here's a cute picture of us, post-6 mile run :) We all look like chubby kids with our layers
"Some people follow their dreams, others hunt them down and beat them mercilessly into submission." *Neil Kendall
I will say, it's days like this that build solid character and lasting memories with great people :)


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Battlefield 2042: What is the player count?
Of course, fans of DICE’s FPS franchise are excited about the upcoming installment, but they may also be wondering what the Battlefield 2042 player count is.
Although we’ve had no updates on cross-platform, we have had details regarding the number of players we can expect in the lobbies.
Players are eagerly awaiting the release of Battlefield 2042, which is set to arrive on Friday, October 22, 2021, or for those who buy the Gold or Ultimate editions, Friday, October 15, 2021.
Before we get into the player count for Battlefield 2042, keep in mind that there will also be AI bots and differences between last-gen and next-gen consoles, which will, of course, impact the overall number of online players in the lobby.
Battlefield 2042 player count
As always, Battlefield 2042 will be pushing the limits when it comes to map scale and player count, with more players than ever battling it out on huge maps.
Next-gen player count
The next-gen Battlefield 2042 player count will be set at 128 players in a single match.
Due to the power of both the PS5 and Xbox Series X, players will be able to experience this unprecedented amount of players across huge scale maps, which will be the biggest scale for the player count in the franchise’s history.
Last-gen player count
The last-gen player count will cut the 128 players in half, as the power of both the PS4 and Xbox One will only be able to handle the 64 play count we have seen in previous titles.
This is still a great number of players and will most likely equate to a similar experience. However, the 128 players on next-gen will definitely be noticeable and something that fans of the franchise will definitely want to witness.
With the next-gen consoles still in short supply, especially the PS5, players will be reassured to know that the game will at least be getting a last-gen version, as there was a rumor suggesting the game would be exclusive to next-gen.
That’s all for Battlefield 2042’s player count. Check out why Warzone player JGOD thinks Battlefield won’t kill Warzone’s popularity.
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A jury has been shown CCTV footage of a woman accused of murder allegedly looking for a victim.
Prosecutors said Scarlet Blake, 25, who denies murdering Jorge Martin Carreno, 30, was looking for someone to kill on the streets of Oxford in July 2021.
Jurors have been shown CCTV they were told was of Ms Blake and Mr Carreno in the city centre hours before his death.
Oxford Crown Court has previously heard she livestreamed the torturing and killing of a cat months before.
The footage shows Spanish national Mr Carreno trying to find his way home, not realising he had dropped his wallet, the court was told.
Prosecutors said the footage showed him walking around Oxford as the defendant was seen also walking the streets wearing a distinctive combat-style jacket with a hood over her head, a facemask and carrying a rucksack.
Eventually, the jury was told, they met at the Radcliffe Camera, where she offered Mr Carreno a bottle of vodka.
'What it felt like to kill'
Ms Blake is accused of taking him to the secluded Parsons Pleasure area at the River Cherwell, and attacking him there in the early hours of 25 July 2021.
Mr Carreno's body was found face down in the river the following day, having drowned, the court was told.
Prosecutor Alison Morgan KC told the jury Mr Carreno had died because he met a person "who had a fixation with violence and with knowing what it would feel like to kill someone".
Ms Morgan added "it was no accident" Ms Blake found him.
"The defendant planned an attack on a person that night and went out seeking a vulnerable target," she said.
Jurors have also seen videos they were told were of the defendant and her partner engaging in consensual strangulation with ligatures.
The trial has previously heard how months before Mr Carreno's death, Blake had livestreamed killing and dissecting a cat after watching a Netflix documentary.
The trial continues.


A Liberal lawmaker has called on his party to do a U-turn in its approach to housing density and adopt measures taken by its Conservative colleagues abroad, such as a Canadian plan to financially reward municipalities that exceed their housing targets and punish those that fail.
Christopher Rath, the opposition leader in the NSW upper house, used a late-night adjournment speech last week to urge his fellow Liberals to ignore pressure from “not in my back yard” baby boomers in their electorate who oppose new housing.
“The reality is you’re not going to lose your seat because you get 10 letters [about] a development of some NIMBYs who don’t want it to continue,” he said.
“But you will lose your seat if just one in five Gen Z and one in four Millennials vote Liberal because they can’t afford to buy a house. This is how you lose your place.
“My suggestion would be to do more to dramatically increase the supply of private housing in NSW and perhaps worry a little less about the handful of NIMBY boomers emailing and calling your office.”
Rath called on the Liberal Party to take a cue from the Canadian Conservative Party under Pierre Poilievre, who as opposition leader has introduced a private members’ bill that would require municipalities to increase housing completions by 15 percent each year, to receive their usual infrastructure funding.
Municipalities or cities that exceed the goals would receive bonus funding, while those that do not meet the goals would have to withhold the money. “We will stop giving money to gatekeepers who hinder the construction of houses,” Poilievre said, according to Canada’s National Post.
Rath said the platform successfully appealed to younger Canadian voters, about 40 per cent of whom preferred the Conservative Party – compared to Australia, where the Liberals were the first choice for about 20 per cent of Millennials and Generation Z.


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Here's some posing I did for a show called Wayside, produced for Nickelodeon. This particular incarnation comes to us from the creative minds of Riccardo Durante and Mark Ackland - two of todays greatest new-school directors with old-school charm.
This was an after work gig for me and I wish I could have done more. It seemed just as I was getting the hang of it I ran out of time. These poses are a bit off model - sorry Mark.
The special airs Nov 19th - check it out!


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Veritas NetBackup™ Vault™ Administrator's Guide
- About Vault
- About the Vault process
- Installing Vault
- About installing and configuring Vault on UNIX and Linux systems
- About installing and configuring Vault on Microsoft Windows systems
- Best Practices
- About preferred vaulting strategies
- About how to ensure that data is vaulted
- About not Vaulting more than necessary
- About preparing for efficient recovery
- About avoiding resource contention during duplication
- About two processes trying to use the same drive
- About load balancing
- About how to avoid sending duplicates over the network
- About increasing duplication throughput
- About organizing reports
- Configuring NetBackup for Vault
- About off-site volume pools
- About creating catalog backup schedules for Vault
- About setting master server properties for Vault
- Configuring Vault
- About Vault configuration
- About configuring Vault Management Properties
- General tab (Vault Management Properties)
- Alternate Media Server Names tab (Vault Management Properties)
- Retention Mappings tab (Vault Management Properties)
- Reports tab (Vault Management Properties)
- About creating a vault
- About creating profiles
- Configuring a profile
- Duplication tab
- Catalog backup tab (Profile dialog box)
- Eject tab (Profile dialog box)
- Reports tab (Profile dialog box)
- Vaulting and managing media
- About Vault sessions
- About monitoring a Vault session
- About the list of images to be vaulted
- About ejecting media
- About injecting media
- About using containers
- About vaulting media in containers
- About managing containers and media
- About vaulting additional volumes
- About using notify scripts
- Creating originals or copies concurrently
- About the continue or fail for concurrent copies
- About creating duplicate images concurrently
- About generating reports
- About consolidating reports
- Vault report types
- Reports for media going off site
- Reports for media coming on-site
- Inventory reports
- Administering Vault
- About administering access to Vault
- About NetBackup Vault session files
- Using the menu user interface
- Debug logs
- Appendix A. Recovering from disasters
- About disaster recovery
- Appendix B. Vault file and directory structure
Running a Vault session from the NetBackup Administration Console
To run a Vault session from the NetBackup Administration Console, you either run the policy manually or run the profile manually.
To run a Vault policy from the NetBackup Administration Console
- Expand NetBackup Management > Policies in the left pane of the Administration Console window.
- Select the policy you want to run.
- Select Actions > Manual Backup.
To run a Vault profile from the NetBackup Administration Console
- Expand Vault Management in the left pane of the Administration Console window.
- In the left pane, expand the robot that contains the vault and profile you want to run.
- In the left pane, select the vault that you want to run.
- In the Details (right) pane, click the profile that you want to run.
- Select Actions > Start Session.
Start Session remains selected until the session begins. When the session starts, the Console displays a message similar to the following:
Manual vault session for profile has been started. Use the Activity Monitor to view progress.
By default, the Details pane of the Administration Console window does not show the Volume Pools (Ejected) and Report Destination columns. You can add, delete, or rearrange the columns that appear in the Details pane by selecting View > Columns > Layout.


UPG-HS-100 soil sampling device
UPG-HS-100 is a soil sampling device with its own hydraulic and combustion unit.
The device consists of a hydraulic unit driven by HONDA combustion engine and allows to take a sample from a depth of up to 100 cm.
The collecting units are based on an impact motor. The probe is introduced into the soil by means of a spindle and a high-frequency hydraulic hammer (KAFAR). The probe is then rotated and pulled out of the soil with a boom slide. The collected sample material is taken out of the spindle at intervals of 30 cm using a chisel and a scale pan/blade.
In addition to collecting soil samples, UPG-HS-100 can be used as a device for testing the soil profile up to a depth of 100 cm. After being taken out of the soil, the sample is locked in the probe spindle, and its particular layers are perfectly visible through a vertical slot.
UPG-HS-100 can be mounted on tractors, off-road vehicles, ATVs, towed vehicles and other transport vehicles not equipped with power hydraulics thanks to the use of an independent hydraulic unit.


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I agree that John O. Woods is uniquely positioned to discuss the issue of firearms in classrooms as he was at Virginia Tech.
However, I don’t find him positioned to speak on behalf of those licensed to carry concealed, as no one at that university was afforded the basic right to self-defense.
Mr. Hood cites that the survivors of Virginia Tech don’t think that allowing students to be armed would have prevented the tragedy. He then describes the utter chaos of the situation and points out that his peers were face down and that “all (they) could see … were shoes.”
Now, I am not judging the people who had to live through this horrible event, but how in the world can they come up with a logical opinion on the subject if they were laying on the ground hiding?
I can assure you that most of those who take the time to pass the arduous permit process to carry concealed wouldn’t react in the same way as your average college student. Permit holders don’t walk around campus oblivious to the world. They abide tightly to a self-defense mindset of situational awareness.
I assure you that had a student present at Virginia Tech been armed, they would have relied on training and situational preparation to reduce the number of lives lost.
And at the idea of CCW permit holders snapping and losing control because of the stress of finals week I chuckle. Studies show that permit holders are less likely to commit crimes than police officers.
And possibly, just the knowledge that an institution allows its students to defend themselves could save lives by deterring the shooter in these horrific events.
I hope that the CSU Board of Governors are never put into a situation where they have to regret not listening to the wishes of the students.
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Audio is an important occupational threat worldwide and you may blood pressure level a properly-known risk foundation to own heart disease, that’s currently the ideal cause of impairment senior years global. The fresh new association ranging from noises exposure and you can auditory consequences are widely reported throughout the biomedical literature, although exact same is not correct on the exposure to different membership out of appears and extra-auditory https://datingranking.net/nl/aisle-overzicht effects. It’s been revealed you to audio visibility accounts getting believed to have low-auditory effects e like in your situation away from auditory effects. Brand new regular visibility from music in the office surroundings, the newest higher prevalence of hypertension all over the world, the brand new biological plausibility of your own connection between music visibility and you can higher hypertension and also the need for far more education investigating new non-auditory outcomes of exposures to help you less than 85 dB(A), was in fact the reason why you to added me to make this research. I aimed at examining the newest theory one to connection with different profile off appears is actually for the blood pressure levels.
I made use of a cross-sectional construction to learn the fresh new relationship between occupational noises visibility (?75, 75–85, and ? 85 dB(A)) and blood pressure levels (the means to access anti-hypertensive cures and you may/or hypertension regarding ? mmHg) for the 1,729 petrochemical professionals from the Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Studies was compiled from required annual wellness review information and you may of ecological measurements of appears as well as heat accounts. I utilized logistical regression study to learn this new connection when you’re handling having secret confounding details, such as for instance puffing and body mass list.
Making use of the ?75 dB(A) while the resource category, appears publicity try separately relevant so you’re able to blood circulation pressure each other in the 75–85 dB(A) (Otherwise 1.56; 95% CI 1.13–dos.17) and ?85 dB(A) profile (Otherwise step one.58; 95% CI 1.10–dos.26). Years, intercourse and the body mass index was basically and by themselves associated so you can highest blood circulation pressure.
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Loss of hearing is considered the most investigated and you can recognized wellness effect relevant to help you appears visibility [1-4]. not, most other fitness consequences such as for instance digestive and behavioral disorders , bed interruptions , alterations in the fresh new gel cortisol levels , aerobic disease and you will increased incidence of occupational accidents [nine,10] could be related in order to looks publicity.
Degree of relationship anywhere between sounds and you may outcomes not related so you can hearing disease are usually according to analogies for the hearing consequences away from noises, in addition to restriction visibility limitations to own reading consequences (85 dB(A)) can be and additionally felt having non-reading effects . Although not, discover indications you to definitely all the way down peak connection with noise is related to other fitness outcomes. Berglung ainsi que al. examined brand new biomedical proof this new connection anywhere between noises exposure and you may non-hearing feeling and you can been able to reveal a higher level off worry certainly some one confronted by 55 dB(A) and cardio disturbances inside the people exposed to more than 65 dBA.
Cardio ailment are one of the major factors that cause demise and you can years of life-lost due to premature death (YLLs) regarding the 2010 declaration from global load out-of problem . High blood pressure levels is extremely associated to help you heart disease as well as high frequency international will make it among the around three top exposure factor to possess globally disease load . The country Wellness Team (WHO) estimated you to, inside the 2008, 30% of adults from the Exactly who European Region and you may 23% from the Exactly who Area of the Americas got raised blood pressure . Nearly nine.5 mil fatalities annually, or 16.5% of all fatalities around the globe are related to high blood pressure . According to the Brazilian Hypertension Society, high blood pressure levels affects, an average of, 25% of Brazilian populace .

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All New Cafe & Retail Concept, Cheese Culture: A Whey of Life, Retains Simply the Best PR to Launch Grand Opening
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Cheese Culture: A Whey of Life (www.cheese-culture.com), a unique cafe and retail shop specializing in international and domestic artisan cheeses, boutique wine, craft beer, charcuterie, classes, daily fresh foods and more, announced today that they have retained Simply the Best Public Relations (www.simplythebestpublicrelations.com) as its PR firm for its grand opening and subsequent media events.
Founded by owner and operator Susan Phipps, Cheese Culture: A Whey of Life is the culmination of a love of cheese and desire to bring her love and knowledge to the South Florida market. “Our mission at Cheese Culture is to offer the freshest artisanal cheeses and create a friendly atmosphere where customers can taste and learn about all the various types available to them,” says Ms. Phipps, who has taken numerous classes and workshops mastering her knowledge on all aspects of the cheese making process. The shop has a tasting room where weekly and monthly classes will be held to focus on such topics as cheese and wine pairings, cheese and beer parings and Cheese 101 for beginners.
Cheese Culture: A Whey of Life is sure to become a must-see destination on busy Las Olas Blvd., a favorite area for locals and tourists alike. “Our publicity will include a series of grand opening events to introduce Cheese Culture as a place not only to learn about and purchase favorite and rare cheese, we will promote classes and tastings, and seminars by such international superstars in the industry including Max Mccalman, a renowned teacher, author and lecturer on cheese, who will be hosting classes for chefs and the public at Cheese Culture in mid-September,” states Kim Morgan, President of Simply the Best PR.
Cheese Culture: A Whey of Life will also feature charcuterie, typically known as an array of cured meats including ham, sausage, confit, bacon, and more, along with olives, oils, spreads, fruit and chutney; freshly made sandwiches, Panini’s, platters and picnic baskets, a large assortment of gift baskets, additional accoutrements, and indoor and outdoor seating for dining.
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KALISPELL — The Salvation Army in Kalispell is announcing some changes due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
While the Salvation Army is still open some modifications have been made for the safety of staff and clients.
A to-go meal is being served at 110 Bountiful Drive between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekdays.
The Salvation Army is also still providing access to showers and laundry, but this is currently being done by appointment.
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Star FM radio presenter Munyaradzi Milimo, charged with murder and released on bail last Thursday, will know today (Monday) if he can return to work, his lawyer has said.
DJ Munya, as he is affectionately known, was freed by High Court judge Joseph Musakwa on $300 bail after spending the past two weeks in remand prison. Lucky Mauwa, his lawyer said the DJ will get to know his fate at Star FM on Monday.
“We are happy that he is now out of the custody, he is going to Star FM on Monday to hear the management’s decision pertaining his job but chances are slim for him to retain it as his job involves the public,” said Mauwa.
Admire Taderera, Star FM general manager declined to comment on DJ Munya’s fate.
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“I do not know, why can’t you talk to him,” said Taderera.
Efforts to reach DJ Munya for comment were fruitless by the time of going to print.
DJ Munya is accused of masterminding the kidnap and the subsequent killing of O’Neal Tinashe Magorimbo. He is jointly charged with Taurai Jani and Mohammed Matare, who are still held in custody.
DJ Munya was ordered to surrender his passport, report to the police every Friday and not to interfere with State witnesses as part of his bail conditions after Prosecutor Editor Mavuto indicated that the State was no longer opposing bail, after conceding that there was no link between the DJ and the commission of the offence.
Mauwa had submitted an affidavit by the popular radio personality, proffering exceptional circumstances warranting his suitability for release on bail. He told the court that when Magorimbo died on May 19, he was not present. He said he was in police custody following his arrest on May 17 over Magorimbo’s disappearance.
Milimo said that State papers did not reveal his role in the commission of the offence, to such an extent that he should not have been placed on remand. He further said the court papers did not reveal the type of poison that was allegedly administered on Magorimbo, when and how it was administered, arguing that it might as well be a case of suicide.
Matare and Jani’s bail applications were postponed to next Monday.
Allegations against the trio arose after Magorimbo died due to suspected poisoning. This was after he allegedly failed to pay DJ Munya $5 000 “compensation” for having an illicit affair with his wife.
The court heard that Magorimbo allegedly gave DJ Munya a part payment of $1 000 through Jani and Matare in February this year. It is alleged Magorimbo later became evasive, prompting DJ Munya to enlist the services of Jani and Matare to force him to pay.
Magorimbo went missing last month, before he was eventually seen at his flat by his wife Millicent on May 18, naked with both hands tied with a shoe lace. He later died at West End Hospital, where he had been admitted in the intensive care unit.


A month after the March 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster, a small team of public health experts prepared a report identifying the potential health hazards and making strong recommendations for protective action for the cleanup workers. The team included Eula Bingham, PhD (former OSHA chief), Matt Gillen (now at NIOSH), Mark Catlin (now at SIEU), Don Elisburg, and Jane Seegal. The team had been assembled at the invitation of the Alaska Commissioner of Labor after concerns were expressed
“about whether the cleanup workers’ health and safety have been adequately protected. Among other things, workers have been observed with oil-soaked clothing and with oil on their faces and hands.”
The report describes the physical, chemical and work organization hazards encountered by the 4,000 cleanup workers, from toxins in the oil and dispersing agents, long work hours in remote areas, to slippery surfaces and dangerous animals. Many of the same hazards will be faced by emergency response and cleanup workers in the Gulf Coast tackling the BP Deepwater Horizon disaster.
The team’s 1989 report continued:
“The concern is that the environmental disaster could turn into a pattern of serious human health and safety problems. Skin contact and inhalation of crude oil or its vapors can cause dizziness, nausea and skin rashes in the short term. Long-term risks include kidney and nervous system damage, and some cancers.
“…OSHA’s Hazardous Waste Standard (1910.120) applied to oil spills and petroleum products. The standard requires at least 40 hours of training, special procedures and equipment to protect workers, medical surveillance and long-term recordkeeping.
“We are still missing important pieces of information — such as a detailed description of the toxicology of North Slope Crude oil, and air sampling results to date. It is hoped that Exxon, which is overseeing the cleanup, soon will provide such information.
At this point, we summarize by stressing the need to promptly implement effective, thorough training program for all workers who might have been or may be exposed to the spilled oil and its vapors.
Second, a medical system must be in place—first to provide quick, effective first-aid for any injured or ill worker, and second to monitor possible long-term ill effects. Medical surveillance now should document which personnel have worked at each site and for how long, and any reports of injury or illness that might be work-related.
Third, a broad-based local commission of union, management, and community representatives should operate throughout the cleanup to assure that the workers’ health and safety are protected.
The dispersing agents described in the team’s 1989 report were butoxy ethanol (butyl cellosolve), isopropyl alcohol, and paraffinic solvents. I’ve not been able to find quickly information on any newer dispersing agents that may be used in the Gulf Coast. It seems that several technologies have been identified to react to oil spills, but this BP Deepwater Horizon situation is not just a spill—it’s a #$*% disaster—and responders’ trial and error will be the playbook in the weeks ahead.
I know there are bright minds on the ground assessing the response options. I hope there are as many bright minds back in their offices at OSHA, NIOSH, ATSDR, EPA and state agencies, coming up with a short-term and long-term plans to monitor the health of the clean-up workers and the exposed residents. Watch this video (00:07:00) about the illnesses suffered by the Exxon Valdez cleanup workers, including the “Valdez crud.” Our public health officials should ensure that the cost of this medical surveillance be included in the growing tab to drop on BP chief Tony Hayward’s desktop.


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AMC VISIONARIES: ROBERT KIRKMAN’S SECRET HISTORY OF COMICS now has an official airdate!
Catch the the two night television event starting on Sunday, November 12th at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by a second episode on Monday, November 13th at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, in its regular time slot.
Watch our video of the 2017 SDCC panel discussing the series here:
Our partners at AMC just announced that they’ve greenlit AMC VISIONARIES: ROBERT KIRKMAN’S SECRET HISTORY OF COMICS for production! This six-part docuseries will explore a wide range of topics from the history and world of comic books. We’re looking forward to teaming with AMC to bring some of our favorite behind-the-scenes stories to the forefront! The complete press release has all the details:
>AMC GREENLIGHTS DOCUMENTARY SERIES “HEROES AND VILLAINS: THE HISTORY OF COMIC BOOKS” (Working Title)
“THE WALKING DEAD” EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS ROBERT KIRKMAN AND DAVID ALPERT WILL PRODUCE THROUGH THEIR SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT
NEW YORK, NY – May 17, 2016 – AMC announced today that it has greenlit the documentary series, “Heroes and Villains: The History of Comic Books,”(Working Title) to be executive produced by Robert Kirkman and David Alpert (“The Walking Dead”) through Skybound Entertainment. The series is slated to premiere in 2017.
The six-part one-hour documentary series will explore the stories, people, and events that have transformed the world of comic books. Using a distinctive filmmaker approach, the series takes a deep dive into the most accessible and often subversive modern popular art form. From origin stories to the untold history behind iconic characters, “Heroes and Villains” will explore a wide range of topics including: pop culture, politics, race, gender and sexuality.
“We are incredibly excited to continue our partnership with Robert, David and Skybound. Beyond ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘Fear the Walking Dead,’ they are prolific producers and publishers who have an amazing knowledge of comic book history and genre storytelling,” said Joel Stillerman, president of programming, AMC and SundanceTV. “We believe going deep into the history behind some of the greatest comic books will be of great interest to this audience.”
“At the end of the day I am a comic fan first and foremost. I am a lover of the medium and the stories it enables people to tell,” said Kirkman, who is CEO of Skybound. “I’m excited to partner with AMC once again to bring the stories of some the most influential people in comics to a television audience.”
Co-president’s of Skybound’s Film and TV division, Bryan and Sean Furst (“Dice”), also serve as executive producers. Overseeing “Heroes and Villains: The History of Comics from AMC are Eliot Goldberg, senior vice president of non-fiction and alternative programming, and Kelly Nash, director of non-fiction and alternative programming.
The network’s growing non-fiction slates includes “Talking Dead,” the #1 talk show on television, and the upcoming summer premieres of the travel docu-series “Ride with Norman Reedus,” the Robert Redford produced event miniseries “The American West,” historical mafia docu-drama “The Making of the Mob: Chicago” and Kevin Smith’s late-night talk show “Geeking Out.” Smith also serves as executive producer on the recently renewed “Comic Book Men” and rounds out the network’s non-fiction programming slate.
Whether commemorating favorite films from every genre and decade, or creating acclaimed original programming, AMC brings to its audience something deeper, something richer, Something More. The network reigns as the only cable network in history ever to win the Emmy® Award for Outstanding Drama Series four years in a row with “Mad Men,” and six of the last eight with back-to-back honoree “Breaking Bad.” The network boasts the most-watched drama series in basic cable history and the number one show on television among adults 18-49 for the last three years with “The Walking Dead.” AMC’s current original drama series include “The Walking Dead,” “Better Call Saul,” “Hell on Wheels,” “TURN: Washington’s Spies,” “Halt and Catch Fire,” “Humans,” “Fear the Walking Dead,” “Into the Badlands” and the forthcoming “The Night Manager,” “Feed the Beast” and “Preacher.” AMC also explores authentic worlds and discussion with original shows like “Talking Dead,” “The Making of The Mob,” “Comic Book Men” and the upcoming “Ride with Norman Reedus” and “The American West.” AMC is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc. and its sister networks include IFC, SundanceTV, BBC America and WE tv. AMC is available across all platforms, including on-air, online, on demand and mobile. AMC: Something More.
About Skybound Entertainment
In 2010, The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman saw an opportunity to start a company that would nurture creators and give them resources to produce content while retaining creative control of their properties. Partnering with longtime collaborator, and fellow executive producer of “The Walking Dead” television franchise David Alpert, Skybound Entertainment was born. Since opening its doors Skybound Entertainment has grown into a multiplatform entertainment company. Television projects under the Skybound umbrella include AMC’s “The Walking Dead” and “Fear the Walking Dead,” Cinemax’s “Outcast,” and the newly announced project “Mastermind.” Film projects include the 2015 film, “AIR” and forthcoming projects as part of the companies two-year first-look deal with Universal.
Diving head first into the world of digital and new media, the company has also produced, “GONE”, the first ever narrative virtual reality series for Samsung’s Milk VR headset. The eagerly awaited YouTube Red series, “Scare PewDiePie”, launched in February 2016.
The company publishes numerous comic titles including The Walking Dead, the superhero comic Invincible, fantasy adventure comic Birthright, the atmospheric horror comic Outcast, and the historic adventure comic Manifest Destiny.
Skybound Entertainment’s interactive division works with partners including Telltale’s The Walking Dead, Free Range Games’ Labyrinth, Night School Studios’ Oxenfree, Pipeworks’ Superfight, and Overkill’s The Walking Dead. Skybound also creates a wide range of merchandise, including tabletop card games Superfight and Red Flags, apparel, board games, and action figures.
We’ll have more for you as this project moves forward!


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How This Mom Took Back Her Kids’ Education From A Far-Left School Board
Independent Women’s Network Director Julie Gunlock signed up with Federalist Publisher Ben Domenech on Fox News’s “The Ben Domenech Podcast” to discuss how moms and dads can recover their kids’s education from far-left school boards.
In Virginia, Gunlock stated, deep-blue school districts are pressing back on newly-inaugurated Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s executive order enabling moms and dads to select whether their kids use masks in school.
” The school district in Alexandria, Virginia, where I live, the superintendent, Greg Hutchings, instantly released a declaration– which obviously is not uncommon for this area; I’ve now heard the Arlington superintendent did the very same therefore did Fairfax County– generally stating, ‘We’re continuing to mask, we are going to need kids to mask,'” Gunlock stated. “The intriguing thing with the Alexandria school district is it went a bit more. They are now going to be offering these N95 masks, which personally I discover suffocating, and they’re going to be providing other masks so kids can double mask. To a lot of moms and dads that I’ve talked to, this is a brand-new turn.”
” It is a method for this school district and this superintendent to not just, you understand, snub and thumb his nose at Youngkin; it is a method to communicate to moms and dads that they do not matter. Do not even attempt,” Gunlock continued. “So it is a method to communicate to moms and dads that we’re done talking, this is the policy.”
Gunlock likewise described her choice to pull her kids out of the general public schools in Alexandria in favor of personal and homeschooling, and she motivated other moms and dads who feel caught in school districts that have actually betrayed them.
” Since lots of people have actually been working from house for a long period of time, this is the time to work out that, and if you wish to approach homeschooling, this is the time to make that a discussion with your company,” Gunlock stated.
” Examine what your kids are finding out in the general public schools– it’s not simply taking a look at the curriculum, although I do recommend you take a deep dive into the curriculum– however perhaps have an outdoors evaluation, perhaps ask some concerns, truly speak with your kids and discover how they’re carrying out in school,” Gunlock advised. “I believe a great deal of individuals would be amazed that it’s not as radiant as possibly a few of these public schools would have you think.”
Listen to the complete interview here.