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Home teeth whitening
Home teeth whitening
A snow-white smile is your dream, but you don't have time to visit a dental clinic?
Opt for home teeth whitening and you won't have to spend a lot of time in the dentist's office. This method has become very popular, especially among those people who value every minute of their time.
TYPES OF HOME TEETH WHITENING:
Customized teeth whitening trays
Special impressions of the patient's upper and lower jaws, which the patient independently fills with whitening gel at home. Such mouthpieces for teeth whitening can be worn both during the day and at night. Teeth whitening caps do not interfere with speaking, do not fly off and fit snugly to the teeth!
Standard teeth whitening trays
Pre-made trays that are already filled with whitening gel. They are disposable and a set of 10 is required for a course of teeth whitening. You only need to wear such mouthpieces for teeth whitening from 30 to 60 minutes a day.
Benefits of home teeth whitening:
home remedies have a low concentration of bleaching agent, which means less invasive effects
you can wear mouthguards in a place convenient for you and at a convenient time for you
independent whitening at home is more budgetary than the in office ones
- Strengthens teeth
the low concentration of the whitening agent in home remedies allows the introduction of strengthening fluoride compounds there, which have a beneficial effect on the enamel during the whitening period
- You can continue to whiten your teeth until the desired result and, if necessary, carry out maintenance courses yourself.
Home teeth whitening does not eliminate the need to visit the dentist! For the correct selection of whitening agents, as well as creating a mouthguard, you need to consult a professional specialist.
Also, in the presence of pigmented plaque and calculus, it is necessary to carry out professional dental hygiene and undergo treatment with a periodontist.
- Artificial materials in the teeth in the whitening area, such as ceramic crowns
- A large number of restorations on anterior teeth
- Gray teeth
- Patients under 18 years old
- Allergy to the components of the whitening gel
- High degree of tooth transparency
- Diseases of the gums and periodontal
- Tooth hypersensitivity
- Oncological diseases
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In Vitro Color Change of Enamel Surface After Exposed to Acid Beverages Solutions
Background/purpose: The goal of this study was to see how acid beverages, artificial saliva, and toothpaste affected the color of dental enamel (An in vitro study). Materials and Methods: Two hundred healthy human third molar teeth were extracted for surgical purpose reasons randomly divided into 2 main groups (with and without demineralization). Which then subdivided into (8) subgroups. The surface roughness and color change of the enamel surface were measured before and after acid beverage demineralization, as well as after toothpaste remineralization. Results: The mean surface roughness increased substantially with discoloration after demineralizing with acid beverages solutions and decreased after remineralization with artificial saliva and fluoridated dentifrice, according to the results evaluated statistically using one way ANOVA and Duncan test (p ≤ 0.05). Conclusions: Acid beverages solutions increase roughness and cause color change of enamel tooth surface.
Acid beverages, Miranda, Demineralization, Roughness, Tooth color
Teeth are an important part of the body that aid in chewing, speech together with contributing to appearance thus teeth has a major role in the general appearance of the face which has an effect on the self-confidence of the individuals and social life . Appearance of the teeth depends on their color, shape and alignment in the arch. So, understanding the color of the tooth is essential for many aspects in dental practice, particularly in cosmetic and restorative dentistry .
The color of one's teeth can range from white to ceramic yellow, and it's an essential factor in assessing one's facial beauty. Children's teeth are brighter, and as they become older, they grow darker. Discoloration of the teeth occurs when pigments are deposited in the internal structure and on the surface of the teeth. The cause, appearance, and degree of tooth discoloration vary. Extrinsic, intrinsic, or a mix of both factors can induce discoloration .
Today's patients have a strong need for white teeth and, as a result, a more attractive smile. A significant variation in the color of the teeth is frequently the first indicator of abnormalities in the human dentition .
Dental demineralization is a danger for almost everyone who has natural, undamaged teeth and drinks acidcontaining beverages on a frequent basis [5,6]. Dental demineralization is described as acidic breakdown of the tooth surface that occurs without the presence of bacteria  and is produced by acid entering the mouth directly on the tooth surface. It is a multifactorial phenomenon that happens throughout the course of a person's life and is generally irreversible owing to the chemical action of extrinsic or intrinsic acid. The causes of demineralization could be extrinsic, intrinsic or a combination of both. Intrinsic causes include acid reflux, regurgitation and vomiting. Extrinsic causes include exposure to acidic liquids or foods such as beverages, fruit juices, sports drinks, soft drinks and sucking on lemons or other citrus fruits . Acid beverages predominantly contain water, phosphoric acid, citric acid, caffeine, sugar and other chemicals in the form of acid regulators, carbon dioxide, . Acid beverages are prepared by mixing flavoured syrup with carbonated water, both of which are chilled. There are different types of Acid beverages, including colas, Miranda, energy and sports drinks, functional beverages, and low- and mid-calorie beverages .
The action of acids with a pH less than 4.5 causes this process. This value is below the critical pH for hydroxyapatite (critical pH of 5.5) and fluorapatite (critical pH of approximately 4.5), leading in the dissolution of both minerals present in the enamel and the formation of a surface lesion .
No single component in Acid beverages or other soda drinks causes staining or discoloration of the teeth. The acid in Miranda yields abrasions in the teeth and the brown caramel coloring and sugars will stick to the teeth surface and build up without appropriate care .
Saliva flow has a vital function in preventing acid demineralization of the enamel. To understand how saliva counteracts demineralization, researchers looked at several aspects of enamel, including surface shape, hardness, mineral loss, and lesion depth. The buffering ability of saliva, the amount of calcium and phosphate groups, the formation of pellicle on the tooth surface, and other factors are thought to function alone or in combination to prevent tooth demineralization .
Different techniques have been tried to prevent and cure tooth wear, which is mostly caused by acid demineralization induced by modern lifestyle food habits, with topical fluoride administration being one of them .
Topically fluoride requirement can be well satisfied through toothpaste, mouth-wash and professionally topical application. Fluorides can help in strengthen teeth against cariogenic acids while prevention against erosive acids requires a higher level of protection. The most effective way to protect teeth against the growing danger of dental demineralization and erosive tooth wear is to use toothpaste every day .
In clinical practice and dental research a wide range of tooth shade measurement approaches has been done and they can be divided into subjective (visual) and objective (instrumental) methods. The most widely used method in the dental clinical practice is the subjective (visual) method where visual examination of the tooth shade is compared with a specific shade guide. Using colorimeters or spectrophotometers which are instruments that are used to measure the color surface of an object are called the instrumental methods, these methods are more common in dental research because of their simplicity of use, ability to distinguish small changes and unbiased (do not depend on the observer’s judgment). Though, these instruments have several disadvantages; they can only evaluate small areas at a time and they are designed to be used on flat surfaces (teeth surfaces usually are not flat) .
Grouping the samples
The total number of samples was (200) samples. Sample divided into 2 main groups (with and without demineralization). This group was subdivided into (8) subgroups, which include:
Group 1: (with demineralization) Exposed to Miranda solution PH=2.9.
Acid group, sample exposed to Miranda solution only 3 time daily for 14 days and then measured.
Artificial saliva group, sample exposed to Miranda solution then immersed in artificial saliva for 9 hours then measured. After being exposed to Miranda solution for 9 hours, the sample was submerged in artificial saliva and quantified.
Toothpaste group 1 (Crest), the teeth samples exposed to Miranda solution only 3 time daily for 14 days then covered with a thin coating of 1450 ppm (NaF) toothpaste before being tested.
Toothpaste group 2 (Signal), the teeth samples exposed to Miranda solution only 3 time daily for 14 days then covered with a thin coating of 1450 ppm (SnF2) toothpaste, which was then analyzed.
Group 2: (without demineralization) Non exposed to Miranda solution.
Acid group, Sample immersed in tap water them measured color test by Easy shade.
Artificial saliva group, Sample immersed in artificial saliva for 9 hours then measured.
Toothpaste group 1 (crest), the teeth samples were covered with a thin layer of 1450 ppm (NaF) toothpaste before being tested.
Toothpaste group 2 (Signal), samples were covered with a thin layer of 1450 ppm (SnF2) toothpaste, which was then analyzed.
The surface roughness and color change of the enamel surface were measured before and after acid beverage demineralization, as well as after toothpaste remineralization.
Materials and Methods
For this research, ethical approval was provided by the Authorized Committee of College of Dentistry, University of Mosul, Mosul, Iraq on 16/3/2021 with number 133.
Preparation of the samples
Two hundred healthy human third molar teeth were extracted for surgical purpose obtained from patient between age 20 and 35 who visited the clinic free from cracks, stains and hypomineralized areas were selected Before the experiment . After extraction, the teeth were preserved in distilled water (pH 7.0) before the experiment. To prepare the enamel surface samples for the experiments, the molar teeth was cross-sectioned longitudinally by using diamond discs were cut into 2 mm thick slices., relatively planar buccal, lingual surfaces, the specimens were polished by sand paper (grit 1200) To achieve a flat and smooth surface. Then, the slice was embedded in self-cured acrylic resin leaving the polished side exposed to the outer surface.
Artificial saliva composition
500 mL of artificial saliva contained: Na2PO4 0.170 gm, sodium ascorbate 0.001 gm, glucose 0.015 gm, NaCl 0.290 gm, CaCl2 0.085 gm, NH4Cl 0.080 gm, KCl 0.635 gm, NaSCN 0.080 gm, KH2PO4 0.165 gm, urea 0.100 gm and the final pH was adjusted to 7 .
Measurement of surface roughness
Surface roughness measurements were examined using an optical non-contact profiling system (Berlin, Germany), at a magnification of 70X.
The samples were placed on the stage of the device with a customized Teflon guide so that the tooth surface to be scanned was exposed. Then, the focus was manually adjusted to obtain an image on the monitor. The measurements were obtained using vertical scanning interferometry. Each sample was scanned at three selected points. A mean roughness profile (Ra) was determined for each specimen to describe the overall roughness of the surface (μm) .
Initially, the slices were inspected using an electron microscope (moticam 200–2.0 M pixel USB 2.0) .Each specimen's enamel surface was studied under an electron microscope. Photographs were taken at a magnification of 200X.
Measurement of enamel surface color change
Colorimeters or spectrophotometers are used to measure the color surface of teeth .These instruments are more commonly used in dental research because of their simplicity of use, capability of detecting small changes in tooth structure and unbiased Though, Colorimeters measure the difference in the color of objects, color chromaticity values producing from the reflection of light once the light source has passed through a series of filters. The probe with a diameter of 5 mm was placed against a calibrated block within the machine to calibrate the device for each sample. The probe was placed on the previously established region of the tooth and the probe switch was pressed, making sure that the probe was not moved or positioned at a different angle throughout the measurement. Tooth color represented in CIE L*a*b* values and the matching recommended VITA Easy shade (Wilcos, Brazil) according to manufacturer’s instructions. Codes were directly attained for each point along the outer surface of each sample.
The result of this study display the change of color of the enamel tooth surface affected decreased when exposed to artificial saliva and toothpaste and increased in group exposed to demineralization acid beverage but with significant difference existed at p ≤ 0.05. Between them as in (Table 1) . Table 2 and Table 3 demonstrated one way analysis of variance (ANOVA) test which revealed that there was significantly difference at p≤ 0.05 of mean roughness value of all teeth sample groups exposed and not exposed to acidic beverage.
|Crest 1450 ppm (NaF) toothpaste||With||25||74.492||3.00803||-9.499||48||0.000*|
|Signal 1450 ppm (SnF2) toothpaste||With||25||75.088||3.27316||-9.828||48||0.000*|
Table 1: Independent sample t-test of color test for all groups.
|Sum of Squares||df||Mean Square||F||Sig.|
Table 2: Mean roughness one-way analysis of variance (Groups with demineralization solution).
|Sum of Squares||df||Mean Square||F||Sig.|
Table 3: Mean roughness one-way analysis of variance (Groups without demineralization solution).<14>
In Figure 1 Duncan's multiple range tests of the color value of tooth samples exposed to demineralization acid beverage reveal that the control positive groups have the greatest mean color value, while the control negative groups have the lowest mean color value. While Figure 2 showed Duncan's multiple range tests of the color value of tooth samples not exposed to acid beverage reveal that the crest and signal toothpaste groups have the greatest mean color value, while the control negative groups have the lowest mean color value.
Figure 1. Duncan's multiple range tests of color values and mean standard deviation (with demineralization).
Figure 2. Mean ± standard deviation and Duncan’s multiple range tests of color values (without demineralization).
Microscopic analysis of test study
Untreated enamel surface as in Figure 3A, artificial saliva in Figure 3B and fluoridated toothpaste treated surface Figure 3C looked smooth and regular in sterolight microscope micrographs of dental enamel surface samples. While the surface of the Miranda managed surface seemed rough and irregular porosity, as shown in Figure 3D.
Figure 3. (a) Microscopic appearance of sound tooth. (b) Microscopic appearance of tooth with demineralization solution after treated with artificial saliva. (c) Microscopic appearance of tooth with groups with demineralization solution after remineralized by treated with fluoridated toothpaste. (d) Microscopic appearance of tooth with demineralization solution.
Tooth discoloration is influenced by a number of variables, including the staining solution's pH.  Miranda had the lowest pH in this research that might have caused damage to the samples' surfaces.
The positive demineralized group exhibited tooth discoloration, according to the data. When acid erodes the tooth enamel, which is the tooth's glossy, protective outer coating, tooth demineralization occurs.
Teeth which are not protected by enamel are more susceptible to cavity and more sensitive, cracked and discoloured. This discoloration can be caused by chromogenes which color Miranda. Chromogens stain the surface of the teeth.
Chromogens can simply create a yellow, dingy look of the tooth after the enamel has been damaged by citric acid .
Artificial saliva containing minerals ions has an impact that mimics the remineralization of demineralized teeth , and saliva is an important element in the prevention of tooth discoloration, according to Monteiro et al. .
Nogueira et al. describe the effect of acidic beverages on the color of enamel tooth surfaces. , the pace of therapy might be influenced by the use of acidic beverages during demineralization. Côrtes et al.  also observed the staining of teeth during and after demineralization when teeth are immersed in Miranda solution. During the treatment, the remineralization of the enamel with artificial saliva was successful in avoiding enamel discoloration during therapy . However, the use of an acidic beverage (Miranda solution) changed the color of the enamel. This finding might be explained by the fact that acid drinks have a higher propensity for demineralization and affect enamel morphology [22,25].
Acidic beverage has a pH low enough to cause tooth demineralization, according to the research. The acidity of Miranda soft drinks is undoubtedly the most important factor in the etiology of dental demineralization and tooth discoloration, which harm persons of all ages. Dentists owe it to their patients to advise them on how to avoid acidic beverages and foods that might harm their dental health. Patients who have poor oral health as a result of consuming too many acidic drinks and foods should be taught about the causes of their dental problems.
Limitations of the Study
The current study was conducted in vitro, which implies that the oral cavity environment could not be duplicated. Natural saliva, on the other hand, has drawbacks and difficulties, such as the time it takes to collect saliva and the fact that saliva decomposes quickly.
Areas for Further Study
The influence of various drinking materials accessible in Mosul city markets on tooth structure should be investigated further.
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Citation: Aisha A Qasim, Leqaa H Qibi, Baraa W Alani,In Vitro Color Change of Enamel Surface After Exposed to Acid Beverages Solutions, J Res Med Dent Sci, 2021, 9(9): 22-27
Received: 18-Aug-2021 Accepted: 02-Sep-2021


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HealthACCESS was funded under the European Commission Public Health Programme, Luxembourg. The project ran from 2004 to 2006 and was managed by EHMA. The participating countries were Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland and the UK.
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Neville had seven long days to stew on a season-opening loss. Warren Central (Miss.) felt the brunt of that frustration.
Jordan Thomas ran for team-high 128 yards and two touchdowns as the Tigers (1-1) pounded their way to a 27-10 win over the Vikings (1-2) on Friday night at Bill Ruple Stadium.
“Last week at this time, heads were down and tails were tucked because we had taken one on the chin,” Neville coach Mickey McCarty said. “I told them then the best thing they could do was come back and fight and find a way to get a victory.
“We were able to do that tonight against a quality opponent and I’m really proud of this football team.”
Offensively, Neville’s preferred method of operation was on the ground, where a talented stable of backs combined for 261 yards on 52 rushing attempts. The Tigers possessed the ball for over 32 minutes.
Max Hunter rushed 19 times for 53 yards, followed by Andrew Greeley’s 10 carries for 48 yards.
“Last week really humbled us and we felt like we had something to prove out here,” Thomas said.
Thomas completed 8-of-10 passes for 61 yards. Backup quarterback Andrew Brister received his most extensive work of the season and finished 1-of-4 for 55 yards.
“Jordan played exceptional tonight and was really sold for us,” McCarty said. “Andrew got an opportunity to play late in the game and made a great throw down the field.
“We’re confident with both of those guys in the game and that will only help us going forward.”
Warren Central managed just 126 total yards against the Tigers and didn’t complete a pass until the fourth quarter.
“We played up to our capabilities tonight on defense,” Carl Edmonds said. “It felt good to have fun on the field again and we want to have that feeling every Friday night.”
On Neville’s second possession, Thomas and Hunter moved the offense down the field on a succession of running plays. Butler took a screen pass 35 yards that set up the Tigers in scoring position. Thomas did the honors with a 10-yard plunge to the end zone.
Gordon Willson caught Warren Central sleeping with a well-placed onside kick that was recovered by Laturrance Browhow. Willson’s 36-yard field goal added three points to the Tiger total.
Turning point: Neville regained the lead when Thomas beat Warren Central to the pylon on a 12-yard score with 3:19 until intermission. Thomas carried three times for 67 yards on the drive.
The Tigers had another chance for points before the half but took a 17-10 into the locker room.
Warren Central turned three mistakes into 10 points and tied the game at the 5:07-mark of the second quarter. An errant snap that sailed over punter Cade McCarty’s led gave the Vikings two points.
Running back Jerry Stovall chewed up 82 yards on two plays. His game-tying touchdown run covered 45 yards.
“We knew we had played well in the first half but didn’t have much separation in points,” McCarty said. “I thought we battled well in the second half to put this own away.”
It was over when: Linebacker Javon Carter checked into the offensive backfield and finished a methodical opening drive to the third quarter with a two-yard run. Neville drove 80 yards in 14 plays and took 7:42 off the clock.
Willson added his second field goal, 38-yarder, with 8:04 to play.
Andrew Brister’s first completion as a Neville Tiger, a 55-yarder to Tavis Butler, drew a large ovation from the Bill Ruple Stadium crowd…cornerbacks Carl Edmonds and Troy Gaines each broke up two passes…Gordon Wilson’s two field goals were his first of the season…Neville improved to 55-2 at home since 2011.
Next week: Neville hosts rival Ouachita in a battle of jungle cats next Friday night. The Lions won at Sulphur 39-14.
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One of the most exciting aspects of LGBTQ culture is attending Pride events throughout the month of June. Not only are these celebrations a great way to meet others in the community, but they’re also a reminder that our existence matters and cannot be erased. At GO, we’ve compiled a list for you of all the upcoming major Pride festivities happening in the NYC area. Get your rainbow flags and glitter ready!
ROAR — Friday, June 1st
Where: New York, NY; Central Park Zoo
Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Kick off Pride Month with a ROAR at Callen-Lorde’s annual party at the famous Central Park Zoo. With its unique location and variety of activities for adults and families, ROAR is a one-of-a-kind experience. This year’s live entertainment includes music from Occupy The Disco, drag queen story time with Merrie Cherry, and a performance by Yahua Hamasaki from Season 10 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. All of the proceeds from the event go toward Callen-Lorde’s healthcare programs and services for LGBTQ individuals. Tickets and more information on ROAR can be found at the link below.
Queens Pride — Sunday, June 3rd
Where: Jackson Heights, NY. 37th Ave. from 89th St. to 75th Street. Reviewing stand at 37th Ave. between 79th and 80th Streets. (Parade), 75th St. and 37th Rd. (Festival)
Time: 12:00pm (Parade); 1:30pm to 6:00pm (Festival)
This year marks the 26th annual parade and festival for Queens Pride. After a march that aims to unite the community, the festival will feature singers (including headliner Ultra Naté), comedians, drag queens, dance groups and more. Co-chair of Queens Pride, Tina Arniotis tells GO, “What makes Pride unique is that it’s not a month long event, but a celebration of diversity around the world. Queens Pride is in one of the most diverse boroughs in the city of NY, bringing communities together in a harmonious environment of joy and acceptance.”
Jersey Pride — Sunday, June 3rd
Where: Asbury Park, NJ; 5th and Ocean Ave.
Time: 12:00pm to 7:00pm
As it’s located in what might be the Garden State’s gayest town, Jersey Pride is not one to miss. The seaside event includes a parade, performers, activities, exhibits and vendors, as well as 150 artisans, crafters and organizations. Now in its 27th year, Jersey Pride continues to be the largest LGBTQ pride celebration in its state.
Brooklyn Pride — Saturday, June 9th
Where: Brooklyn, NY (5th Ave. between 1st and 9th St.)
Time: 11:00am to 5:00pm
After Brooklyn Pride’s 5K run on the morning of June 9th, join them afterward for a festival filled with entertainment and city-wide LGBTQ organizations. If you want to continue your Pride Month celebrations in the Brooklyn borough, check out the Twilight Parade on June 10th — the only New York City Pride parade that takes place at night.
North Jersey Pride — Sunday, June 10th
Where: Memorial Park Amphitheater, Maplewood, NJ
Time: 12:00pm to 6:00pm
The 7th year of the North Jersey Pride festival is guaranteed to be its biggest yet. There’s something for everyone at the family-friendly event, including 80+ vendors, a food court with local eateries and a live stage. This year’s lineup includes GLAAD-nominated artist Wrabel, Karina Iglesias of NBC’s The Voice and more.
Rockland Pride — Sunday, June 10th
Where: Garnerville, NY; Garner Historic District
Time: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Organized by the Rockland County Pride Center, the 20th anniversary of their Pride festivities will include live music, art, dancing and local food trucks. There are also activities for children and teens, such as Drag Queen Story Hour and a Youth Pride celebration, which is co-sponsored by Youth Pride Rockland and SAEDA (Student Activists Ending Dating Abuse). Rockland Pride Sunday’s main event will be followed by its first-ever Pride Wind Down from 5:30 to 9:00pm, which features chill live music and locally-brewed beer.
Long Island Pride — Sunday, June 10th
Where: Long Island, NY; Long Beach Blvd.
Time: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Market Fair), 12:00pm to 2:00pm (Parade)
Pride on the Beach offers tons of functions throughout June, but their biggest events will take place on Sunday the 10th. Along with an all-day market fair on the boardwalk that features hundreds of shops and vendors, the LGBTQ community will be celebrated even more with Long Island’s 28th annual Pride parade. The oceanfront event continues immediately after the parade with the Concert on the Beach, which ends at 5:00pm, featuring Grammy-nominated R&B artist Deborah Cox, Steve Grand and Jessie’s Girl.
Harlem Pride — Saturday, June 23rd
Where: Harlem, NY; 12th Ave. between West 125th and West 133rd St.
Time: 12:00pm to 6:00pm
This year’s Harlem Pride Celebration Day will showcase an array of live entertainment, art, community tables and food vendors. An after party will follow the celebration, which the organization will give details on in the near future. With Harlem Pride’s important goal of giving a voice to the town’s LGBTQ members, this event emphasizes the strength and importance of community.
NYC Pride — Sunday, June 24th
Where: New York, NY; 7th Ave and 16th St. (March), University Place between 13th St. and Waverly Place (Festival)
Time: 12:00pm (March), 11:00am to 6:00pm (Festival)
One of the most historic and massive Pride events in the world, NYC Pride returns with its annual mission to celebrate the lives of our community. If you can, try to attend both the PrideFest streetfair and the March, whose Grand Marshals for this year include Billie Jean King, Lambda Legal, Tyler Ford and Kenita Placide. Last year’s March was the first Pride event I ever attended, and it was nothing short of a wonderful experience. Every float and marching group that passes by is a vibrant acknowledgement of just how important LGBTQ lives and rights are. One of the most vital tips I could give if you attend: stay hydrated!

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This is more my style of writing. It starts out as a sad story loaded with grief (an indication of my state of mind at the time?), but I hope the reader will ultimately feel a sense of joy and hope.
Whilst there is a lot of me in this story I must point out that thankfully, so far, I have not experienced such grief other than having to make the decision that my character, Lynn, had to make.
Constructive criticism is welcomed. 🙂


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Prague takes further flood measures
Prague City Hall has taken additional anti-flood measures on Saturday as the Vltava River in the capital reached the first flood alert degree. The authorities ordered that flood barriers be erected to protect Prague’s Old Town as well as the district of Zbraslav in the south. On Friday, sections of the embankment were closed in the centre of the capital. All boat traffic on the river in Prague will halt by Saturday night.


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Who’s Gina Carano Husband? Net Worth in 2022, Age, Height, Parent, Bio
Facts of Gina Carano
|Full Name:||Gina Carano|
|Birth Date:||June 16, 1982|
|Height:||5 feet 6 inches (1.68m)|
|Break Up||Henry Cavill (2012-2014)|
|Net Worth||$4 million|
|Eye Color||Dark Brown|
|Body Size||38-28-37 inches|
|Birth Place||Dallas County, Texas|
|Ethnicity||Mixed (Italian, English, Scottish, and German)|
|Education||Trinity Christian High School, University of Nevada|
|Mother||Dana Joy Cason|
|Siblings||Casey and Christie Carano|
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American actress, television personality, fitness model, and former mixed martial artist, Gina Carano is famously known as the face of women’s MMA.
What is the Age of Gina Carano?
Gina Carano opened her eyes on 16th April 1982, in Dallas County, Texas, the United States of America. As of 2021, her age is 39 years old while her horoscope is Aries. Her birth name is Gina Joy Carano. She is the daughter of Glen Carano (father) and Dana Joy Cason (mother). Her father, Glen is a professional football player while her mother is a casino executive. Her parents divorced when she was very young, so she was raised by her mother in Las Vegas, Nevada.
She grew up with her two sisters, Casey and Christie Carano. As per nationality, Gina is an American while she belongs to a mixed ethnical background (Italian, English, Scottish, and German).
She completed her high school education at Trinity Christian High School in Las Vegas. After that, she attended the University of Nevada, in Reno for a year and later, enrolled at the University of Nevada, in Las Vegas for three years, and received a degree in psychology.
How much is Gina Carano’s Net Worth?
Gina Carano has an estimated net worth of around $4 million as of 2022. She has earned this amount through her successful career as an actress, television personality, fitness model, and former mixed martial artist. She earns an estimated salary of around $352k per year. Further, she had been paid between $25k and $50k per episode of The Mandalorian.
As Gina is a hardworking lady, there is no doubt her net worth and salary will definitely rise higher in the upcoming days. Apart from all these, she earns a good amount through endorsements, advertisements, and sponsorships with several brands and companies. Currently, Gina is living a lavish and fulfilling lifestyle with her family members in a lavish mansion.
How Tall is Gina Carano?
Gina Carano stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches tall while her body weight is 65kg. Her body measurement is 38-28-37 inches which includes her bust size, waist size, and hip size. Her bra size is 34D while her shoe size and dress size are missing from the media. Gina has black-colored hair while her eyes are dark brown in color.
Who is the Husband of Gina Carano?
Gina Carano is currently in a romantic relationship with Kevin Ross since December 2015. Her boyfriend, Kevin is an American Muay Thai fighter as well as a former mixed martial artist. They met each other for the first time in their martial arts training. It is known that they were in a relationship previously for four long years and separated for almost a decade before getting back again in December 2015. In an interview with some media, Kevin said:
“For those of you that don’t know we dated for 4 years, were broken up for a decade then got back together on the 14th anniversary of the day we met. Gina is not only the reason I’m even doing what I am but literally the reason that I’m even alive and walking around still. You are my inspiration, my best friend, my everything!!!”
Currently, Gina and Kevin are living a happy and blissful life together without any sign of their breakup. Gina was previously in a relationship with an American actor, Henry Cavill from 2012 to 2014. To date, she has never been involved in any sorts of rumors or controversies regarding her personal life.
Professional Career of Gina Carano
- Gina Carano made her first debut in a cult movie, Ring Girls in the year 2006.
- In the following year, she was invited to take part in the first-ever sanctioned women’s Mixed Martial Arts bout in Nevada by fighting against Leiticia Pestova.
- After that, she knocked Rosi Sexton out in the last seconds of the second round in the World Pro Fighting show.
- After retiring from her MMA career, Gina started appearing in several movies and tv series.
- Some of her notable appearance in movies and tv series is Haywire, Fast & Furious 6, Deadpool, In the Blood, Heist, American Gladiators, The Mandalorian, Running Wild with Bear Grylls, and so on.
Awards & Achievements
- She received the honor of The Face of Women’s MMA due to her skyrocketing popularity.
- In the year 2012, she won the ActionFest’s first Chuck Norris Award as the year’s best female action star.
- In the following year, she received the Awakening Outstanding Contribution Award.
- Gina received the nomination of the Critics Choice Awards in the best actress criteria for her appearance in Haywire in the year 2013.


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I was going through my photos on my computer the other day and came across the 15 rolls of film I shot in South Korea and I realized I’ve never shared them. Some of the photos are spectacular, more for their subject matter than composition, as I was just learning how to use a camera.
Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing some of my adventures I had in South Korea. In 2004, I went on my first mission trip to South Korea with AWANA International. There I fell in love with teaching ESL, working with kids, traveling, and adventure. The three-week trip was breathtaking-I experienced so much of South Korea, its hospitable culture, vivid traditions, and past. Wherever I went I felt at home and wouldn’t have left if it wasn’t for me still being in high school. One day I’ll return and explore more of what I originally fell in love with.
The country itself is beautiful. From expansive cityscapes to rolling hills and lush forests, one can find hidden beauties at every turn. Sadly, I didn’t take the time to write down where I shot any of these photos.
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As we close out on ENE.HUB’s tenth year of helping connect, activate, and measure urban life in our communities and cities, we can only describe it as ‘transformative’.
From scaling SMART.NODE™ proof of concepts on Microsoft’s global headquarters in the United States, to helping deliver greater digital equity in low-income neighbourhoods in Victoria.
From deploying some of the first 5G mmWave connectivity in our major cities and regional centres, to the launch of our new life_Enabled program of market leading engagements.
The ENE.HUB year was packed full of great projects, evolving partnerships and exceptional people, that continue to help us deliver our mission of enabling life in our public places and spaces.
And there was no greater partnership that evolved in 2022 than the acquisition of ENE.HUB by Indara, one of the nation’s largest digital infrastructure companies.
Here is a selection of 10 notable highlights for the year:
- We activated 26 SMART.NODEs™ in the City of Greater Geelong, helping deliver their Smarter Suburbs program in partnership with the Victorian Government.
- We hosted our first webinar as part of the life_Enabled program, discussing the topic of 5G and Place. As a Comms Day article put it- ‘Towers alone can’t meet bandwidth demand growth’.
- We were invited to be part of IPWEA TV, featuring the Brisbane City Council SMART.NODE™ deployment
- We deployed our first SMART.NODEs™ in South Australia, as part of the City of Salisbury City Centre Revitalisation Project to enable greater public place amenity, place analytics and economic development for the area.
- We participate again in the Moreton Bay Regional Council GovHack weekend, supporting emerging innovators in their pursuit to create the next generation of public service delivery
- We commenced roll-out of our Consultant Roundtables for Urban Tech, engaging with the nations leading city shaping professionals covering the urban planning, landscape architecture, architecture, data analytics and infrastructure advisory fields
- We featured our evolving SAFETY.NODE concept in multiple contexts, including with the Royal Life Saving Society at Sydney Water’s Urban Plunge Tech Summit and innovation challenge pitch to the NSW Government to address safety for women and young girls in public places
- We continued to grow our team, with the addition of industry leaders such as Adam Beck (Head of Digital Urbanism), James Peet (General Manager Product Development) and Ian Hatton (Regional Manager Queensland and Northern Territory) to help continue the evolution and impact of our products and services in the public realm.
- We launched the ‘Urban Life Enabled’ podcast, sharing the stories of leading city shapers and digital leaders, and how connectivity and data insights help shape the best places for people.
- We deployed the first SMART.NODE™ at Hamilton Harbour in Brisbane, home of the future Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games athlete’s village.
- We began the deployment of our MNO customers’ small cell deployment programs.
We look forward to working with all our customers, collaborators, and suppliers in 2023 as we continue to support the enablement of urban life in our public places and spaces.
Check out our 2022 highlights below!


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ATP 15kg Bench Counting Scale
This is the ATP 15kg Bench Parts Counting Scale which features an impact-resistant ABS case as well as a stainless steel pan with adjustable feet and level bubble. It is great in harsh industrial environments because of its robust design and is ideal for use in inventory control, stock-taking and a selection of other counting applications. This product is also useable as a standard bench scale for standard weighing application as it has many functions.
The scale features a selection of 4 measurement units including kg, g, lb and oz which is all displayed on a large 60mm 3 line LCD display. This display also features a backlight and includes total weight, piece weight and piece count as well as a current battery charge indication. When an item is placed on the scale the backlight is automatically triggered. The unit also comes supplied with a rechargeable battery and mains power lead.
This Bench Parts Counting Scale also comes supplied with all the functions needed for standard and parts counting applications including:
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SHARM EL-SHEIKH, May 19 (KUNA) -- Mohammad El-Baradei, director general of
the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said here Monday the UN nuclear
watchdog has no evidence proving that Iran was building a nuclear bomb, but
affirmed that the Iranian nuclear file was part of security of region.
"We are saying that (we have no evidence about Iran's manufacturing of
nuclear bomb) and we can't know the intentions of Iran in future," El-Baradei
addressed a World Economic Forum's (WEF) session about new strategies to
He said the Arab countries must cooperate to tackle problems in the Middle
East without foreign interference.
He said the Arab-Israeli conflict, which has been over 60 years old now,
was the core issue of Middle East troubles.
Egyptian foreign minister Ahmad Abul Gheit, meanwhile, said Iran was not
the sole country possessing nuclear capabilities.
He said ending the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories, as well
as establishing Palestinian and Israeli state was in the hands of the Jewish
Abul Gheit criticized the further building of Jewish settlements in
occupied Palestinian territories even after the US-sponsored Annapolis
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This ''Follower Kit'' includes a ''Grams Format'' follower (S2) and 11 coil spring. For use in STI/SV/SPS or CR mags that measure up to 145mm long (with base pad attached).
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This week the 2016 New York Auto Show kicks off on March 23 and Honda has announced that it will be showing off the US-spec version of the Clarity Fuel Cell vehicle.
The Clarity will be available to customers in California before the end of this year and Honda expects it to be priced around $60,000 with a targeted monthly lease under $500. The hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell will have a driving range over 300 miles and will only take three to five minutes to refuel. Although, Honda has only shown the Clarity Fuel Cell in red, it will also be available in black or white paint schemes.
"We're pleased to be able to offer this first look at the U.S. version of the Clarity Fuel Cell sedan in advance of its market arrival later this year," said John Mendel, executive vice president, Automobile Division, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "The Clarity Fuel Cell is the first in an expanding portfolio of advanced electrified vehicles from Honda that will create a new pillar in our product lineup."
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There are many pieces of equipment or gear that you need to have in order to play baseball safely and conveniently. One of the pieces of baseball gear that are considered very important is the pair of baseball cleats, which are the appropriate shoes worn by baseball players while playing. Baseball cleats are not like most of the shoes worn for basketball and other sports, as the cleats have spikes that will help the player’s feet have better traction on the soil found on baseball fields.
Baseball cleats come in various types and cuts, and these variations are determined by the materials used on them, as well as how high or low they cover your feet. To know more, here are details about the types of cleats for baseball and how many of them you should have.
The type of cleats that you often see professional baseball players wear is the metal cleats, which have an outsole and spikes made of strong and durable metal. Metal cleats offer the best traction out of all types of cleats for baseball, as the spikes wouldn’t move while it is stuck on the soil. In addition, despite being made of metal, this type of baseball cleat is actually quite light, and some models of metal cleats are even lighter compared to other types of cleats available today.
However, metal cleats are illegal to wear for softball leagues and amateur leagues because of how frequently they can cause injuries to other players. Some of the players that can get injured from metal cleats on the baseball field are the fielders, and they get injured not because they are wearing the cleats but because they are hit by the cleats of a player that slides to a base. So, in order to avoid serious injuries, metal cleats are banned in most leagues.
The safer type of baseball cleats to wear for amateur leagues and recreation baseball is the rubber cleats, also known as molded cleats. As its name suggests, the rubber cleats have an outsole and spikes that are made from rubber, which is much more flexible than metal but is still quite durable. However, the drawback to rubber cleats is that they can usually be heavy, so movement may be restricted for some players that rely on speed for their playstyle.
Rubber cleats are very popular in amateur and youth leagues, although their popularity is brought by the fact that this type of baseball cleats is typically the only one that is legal for those leagues. However, there are many players that enjoy playing in rubber cleats instead of metal cleats, and it is most likely due to these cleats being more flexible. In addition, rubber cleats are also safer than metal ones since the rubber spikes rarely cause injuries to other players.
If you can’t decide whether you want rubber cleats or metal cleats, then you should get the interchangeable cleats, which is a type of baseball cleats that have an interchangeable outsole. So, if metal cleats are banned in the league you are playing in, you can just pop out the outsole or spikes from your interchangeable cleats and swap it with a rubber outsole.
These interchangeable cleats could sometimes even have a set of outsoles that have different patterns and placement of spikes that would suit various playstyles and player preferences. So, if you want the ultimate versatility for your footwear, you should definitely check out a pair of interchangeable cleats. However, keep in mind that interchangeable cleats are not as durable as rubber cleats and metals as the connection between the midsole and the outsole can get damaged and may wear out after months of use. But, if you are a player that changes cleats frequently, the durability issues of interchangeable soles wouldn’t be a problem for you.
If you are training various baseball skills on turf grass or even on a regular baseball field, we recommend that you wear turf cleats. The turf cleats are the type of baseball cleats that are specifically used for turf grass, which have shorter leaves and are a little bit firmer compared to grass that amateur baseball fields have.
Turf cleats are known to have shorter rubber spikes that are very soft and flexible. Because of how flexible turf cleats are, they are much more comfortable to wear compared to rubber and metal cleats, which is why they are perfect for training baseball skills for hours. Besides baseball, turf cleats are also worn for softball, and many players often prefer turf cleats compared to other types of cleats because of their comfort and flexibility.
If you want to try playing softball, you would need a new bat that is specifically used for the said sport. Read our Guide to Selecting a Fastpitch Softball for more info on what softball bat to get for practice or games.
Low-Cut and High-Cut Cleats
Now that we have talked about the four main types of baseball cleats, let us discuss whether you should get low-cut cleats or high-cut cleats. Many professional baseball players prefer low-cut cleats, which are cleats that don’t go above the ankles. Because it doesn’t restrict the ankles from moving, low-cut cleats are perfect for players that are shifty or agile on the baseball field. Many of the fastest baseball players in the world prefer low-cut cleats because it gives them the flexibility to move however and wherever they want.
On the other hand, high-cut cleats go above the ankles, thus covering them with leather or synthetic materials. High-cut cleats are effective for protecting ankles from moving too much. A lot of baseball players suffer from ankle injuries, so wearing high-cut cleats can reduce the chances that players can hurt their ankles. However, high-cut cleats tend to be heavy, which is why there are many players that don’t want to wear them. But, if a player is injury-prone, he or she would have to wear high-cut cleats for ankle support.
We hope that this very simple guide has helped you in choosing which types of baseball cleats you should have. If you play in different amateur baseball leagues, it would always be best to have one pair of metal cleats and one pair of rubber cleats so that you can pick which one is more suitable for the field’s grass or for the rules of the league. Also, you should have a pair of turf cleats for training.

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If you have ever wanted to enjoy an stunning theatre show that will remain memorable even days after the curtains close, then now is your chance because The Phantom Of The Opera is coming. This stunning performer will be bringing their limitless energy and award-winning talent to Majestic Theatre in New York City New York on Saturday Saturday 5th October 2019. Fans are already gearing up for this once-in-a-lifetime appearance because they know that The Phantom Of The Opera has a history of sold-out crowds and wins new fans every time they make an appearance across the country. So you should mark your calendars and clear your dates and make sure that you can be at Majestic Theatre in New York City on Saturday 5th October 2019 to see The Phantom Of The Opera live. To order your tickets today click the Buy Tickets button below.
When New York City New York talks about the best place to experience smashing theatre shows and premieres, Majestic Theatre is never far from the discussion. But it’s no surprise when you find out that Majestic Theatre always reaches the top 5 list of finest venues in New York in several surveys and polls. But you might be wondering why Majestic Theatre is the popular place to be and why it always rates so highly on fan lists across the state. That’s because Majestic Theatre offers their guests the ultimate in style and comfort thanks to stylish decor, comfortable seating, and a world-class bar that keep you refreshed as you watch The Phantom Of The Opera live. You’ll also be able to enjoy your choice of fine dining options before or after the show as Majestic Theatre is on the same street and block as some of the town’s favorite restaurants and bars. Easy access and secured parking available around the corner also means that you can relax and enjoy your Saturday night in safety. With all of these benefits available with your ticket, is it any wonder why everyone wants to come to Majestic Theatre? If you can see only one theatre show this October then make sure that you come down to Majestic Theatre in New York City New York to watch The Phantom Of The Opera on Saturday 5th October 2019. You can order your tickets today by clicking the Buy Tickets button below.


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Since arriving as GM of the Cleveland Browns, John Dorsey has quickly jettisoned many of the players who were acquired by the previous regime. For example, of the 14 men former executive Sashi Brown selected in the 2016 draft, only three remain on the current roster (for now).
While some of the players Dorsey has ousted weren’t contributing, others appear to have been moved solely due to their being drafted by Brown.
If the latest rumor is to be believed, this instinct to oust anyone brought in by the past front office is getting a little extreme. For some reason, linebacker Joe Schobert is hearing his name in the rumor mill, as Albert Breer of MMQB hinted the linebacker could be moved by the Browns.
I have to assume there’s no truth to this rumor, if only because trading Schobert wouldn’t even slightly make sense.
There are many obvious reasons for this, most of which are rooted in the fact Schobert is one of the best players on Cleveland’s defense.
After notching just 28 combined tackles in his rookie season, he collected 144 in 2017, which tied for first in the league. Though he saw a decline last year, he was also limited to just 13 games due to injury.
Schobert has proven to be a leader both on the field and off for the Browns, is one of the team’s captains and is viewed as the quarterback of the defense. He went from third string to Pro Bowl in the span of two seasons.
What I’m getting at is there’s very little reason to consider trading him.
Breer has since gone on to clarify that he isn’t necessarily hearing Cleveland is actively shopping Schobert. He’s merely heard his name tossed around in the rumor mill as someone who could potentially be on the move.
Again, though, something like this coming to fruition would be confusing to say the least.
Beyond Schobert’s individual stats, the Browns as currently constructed are also thin at linebacker. After losing Jamie Collins in the offseason, this position is seen by many as a need for Cleveland.
Knowing this, it’d sure be confusing for the team to trade away their lone Pro Bowler from this area of the roster.
Sure, there are a couple factors which would make the idea of thinking about trading Schobert understandable.
For one, he’s heading into a contract year, while top linebackers around the league are getting absurd amounts of guaranteed money. Dorsey may be feeling antsy about overpaying Schobert once his current deal expires.
The Browns are also shorter on draft stock than usual this year, so they’re likely exploring potential avenues to get back into the earlier rounds.
All that said, pulling the trigger on a Schobert trade would be ill-advised.
If anything, it would push the “Dorsey wants to remove Sashi guys” narrative to a concerning new level. Sure, there was no harm done in ousting Ricardo Louis, Corey Coleman or Cody Kessler. Still, dealing Schobert would be caring more about who drafted a player than what he brings to the table.
For all I know, this never becomes anything more than a draft week rumor. It’s silly season after all, a time when it’s difficult to believe anything you hear. Perhaps “Joe Schobert could be traded” is just another example of this.
At least I hope that’s the case. The Browns’ defense still needs some improvements. Removing Schobert from the equation certainly won’t help that matter.
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In our last Sound Off Louisiana feature, we outlined the incredible measures that Russell Stutes, Jr., attorney for Gravity and Drainage District 8 of Ward 1 of Calcasieu Parish, and Samuel Gabb, attorney for the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, went to in order to impede contractor Billy Broussard’s efforts to obtain public records. In our second installment, Sound Off Louisiana founder Robert Burns interviews Broussard entailing Fourteenth Judicial District Judge David Ritchie’s interesting commentary, as provided by courtroom transcripts, regarding the legal skills of Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry. The feature follows:
Burns interviews Broussard about 14th JDC Judge Ritchie’s commentary that Broussard, through his attorney, Jeff Landry, illegally filed a $1.2 million lien. Also, Ritchie’s unflattering commentary on Landry’s legal skills are also discussed.
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Join us for our "Plant the Parks" event in collaboration with the North Carolina Urban Forest Council on March 21 in Raleigh, NC!In an effort to live out our mission, we are partnering with organizations across the state and actively engaging in service projects. This spring, we have teamed up with the North Carolina Urban Forest Council to put on an urban tree planting event in Raleigh. We will be beautifying the city by planting trees in two separate locations. Afterwards, Vita Vite Downtown will tap our exclusive "Giving Tree IPA" brewed in honor of this event. 100% of profits will go towards the Legacy Tree Fund, which provides financial assistance to communities across North Carolina for urban tree planting projects. To pull this off, we need your help! Volunteer to plant trees with us here: https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?consoleid=0105&consoletype=eventlist&ht=1&eventid=1394. The event is limited to 100 volunteers, so sign up early! Information about volunteer event logistics will be sent to those who register to volunteer. (Please note: clicking "attending" on this Facebook event does NOT mean you have registered as a volunteer.) Even if you aren't able to join us for planting trees in the morning, Vita Vite will be pouring the Giving Tree IPA starting at 1:00 pm, along with the rest of our flagship brews! Additionally, representatives from the North Carolina Urban Forest Council will be present at the event and happy to share information about ways you can plant your legacy and become a supporter of their organization. Vita Vite is located at 313 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601, and we encourage carpooling because parking downtown is VERY limited. We can't wait to see y'all there!


The recent revelations that the IRS has been profiling those opposed to Washington policies and then targeting them for additional scrutiny should serve as a frightening wake up call for every American. Constitutional rights are not limited just to those Americans the government prefers. We cannot have a federal government, with all its enormous power, pursue people and organizations with differing political or policy opinions from those in control. That kind of activity corrupts the very foundation of American freedom and unfortunately, is becoming more common place as Washington increases its power over the law abiding people it is supposed to be serving.
Catherine Engelbrecht has been waiting for nearly 3 years to receive 501(c)(4) approval from the IRS. During this time the IRS has asked her to submit nearly 300 responses and documents. Her group has been contacted by the FBI six times. Her personal and business tax returns have been audited. Her business has experienced multiple surprise visits from OSHA, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Undoubtedly one of the most shocking aspects of this issue is that Catherine is not an isolated case. Dozens of other applicants have all suffered the same harassment. You can raise awareness and encourage oversight by sharing Catherine’s story.
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AXS TV HONORS THE LIVES OF MUSICAL GREATS PRINCE, DAVID BOWIE, MERLE HAGGARD, B.B. KING AND NATALIE COLE IN ‘THE BIG INTERVIEW-SPECIAL EDITION: LEGENDS LOST’, HOSTED BY DAN RATHER, ON TUESDAY, JUNE 7, AT 8pE/5pP
The New Hour-Long Special Gives Viewers a Look at the Pivotal Moments in These Legends’ Lives
LOS ANGELES – May 23, 2016 – AXS TV celebrates the lives and legacies of some of the most notable music icons who left too soon, with the all-new special THE BIG INTERVIEW-SPECIAL EDITION: LEGENDS LOST, premiering on Tuesday, June 7, at 8pE/5pP. The hour-long event is hosted by acclaimed newsman Dan Rather, and is divided into five distinct segments, each one devoted to a different artist.
Featured in this unforgettable evening are heartfelt tributes to genre-defying rocker Prince; R&B royalty Natalie Cole; glam rock pioneer David Bowie; country music mainstay Merle Haggard; and blues virtuoso B.B. King. Using archived footage and exclusive interviews, THE BIG INTERVIEW-SPECIAL EDITION: LEGENDS LOST gives viewers a deeply personal look at these artists’ lives, as their friends, family, and collaborators come together to honor their memory and discuss their careers’ most pivotal moments. Some of the program’s many highlights include Rather’s final interview with Merle Haggard, followed by an emotional performance of Haggard’s hit “Sing Me Back Home”; as well as a rare television appearance by André Cymone, Prince’s best friend and original bassist, who sheds some light on a side of the musical innovator’s personal life that many people never got to see, and talks about working with Prince on his debut album and tour.
Other highlights include a chat with David Bowie’s childhood friend, painter George Underwood, who designed several album covers for the superstar. Years earlier, Underwood left a lasting impact on the artist, when a fight between the two left the singer with his unique eyes—something Bowie would ultimately come to thank him for. Underwood explains the scuffle, saying, “I overheard David bragging about how he was going out with this girl [I was going out with]. Complete fabrication, of course… I told this story to a friend of mine, and he said, ‘Oh, blimey, if it was me, I’d go and stick one on him.’ That wasn’t really my style at all, but I think I had to prove something… I walked over to David, and I basically took him by the shoulder and just hit him. I didn’t mean to hurt him. It didn’t actually change the color of his eye, what happened was his pupil wouldn’t dilate in and out anymore. I had a good cry, and I told his dad how sorry I was… his mother was always a bit more bitter about it.”
Long-time B.B. King drummer T.C. Coleman opens up about the fateful events that forged a lifelong bond between King and his Gibson guitar, after narrowly escaping a deadly fire at a juke joint caused by two men who were fighting over a woman named Lucille. Coleman explains, “He said, ‘I think I’ll name my guitar Lucille, to remember me never to do somethin’ that stupid again.’ That’s what he would say… And they were a team. That was his girl… Lucille was everything to B.B.… You can’t think of B.B. King without Lucille… Imagine if the guitar would’ve got burned up. He would’ve went on down the highway, got another guitar, and just been B.B. King. But, he was B.B. King with Lucille… That’s pretty cool.”
And acclaimed producer David Foster joins Rather to discuss the birth of Natalie Cole’s 1991 album Unforgettable… With Love—a collection of standards made famous by her father, Nat King Cole, who passed away in 1965. On the challenge of pairing the two artists’ vocals together on the moving duet of King’s signature hit “Unforgettable,” Foster recalls, “There was a lot of leakage with [the orchestra]… so the vocal wasn’t just separated… The really tough part was how could I get him to answer her… as though he was singing over her shoulder. I figured out a way to do it late one night… When I played that for her, she cried, ’cause that was a moment where I’m sure she felt like her father was right there with her… The moment that I put those two voices together… I knew that this was incredibly special for the world.”
“This year, alone, the world has already lost so many influential musicians who have left an indelible mark not only on music, but on humanity,” said Michele M. Dix, AXS TV’s senior vice president, programming and development. “With this new special, AXS TV is honored to pay tribute to the legacies of these artists, giving viewers a rare glimpse at their creative process behind some of their most enduring songs.”
ABOUT AXS TV
AXS TV is the cable industry’s leading general entertainment network for live event programming. Launched in July 2012 by visionary entrepreneur Mark Cuban, AXS TV is dedicated to providing groundbreaking music programming, stand-up comedy performances from today’s top comedians, and hard-hitting mixed martial arts promotions. The network’s franchises include THE X FACTOR UK and NASHVILLE; as well as original programs such as THE BIG INTERVIEW with Dan Rather; ROCK & ROLL ROAD TRIP WITH SAMMY HAGAR; THE WORLD’S GREATEST TRIBUTE BANDS; GOTHAM COMEDY LIVE; AXS TV FIGHTS; and INSIDE MMA.
AXS TV is a partnership between Mark Cuban, AEG, Ryan Seacrest Media, Creative Artists Agency (CAA) and CBS. The network is available in the United States via AT&T U-verse, Charter, Comcast/Xfinity, DIRECTV, DISH, Suddenlink, Verizon FiOS, and other cable, satellite and telco providers, including members of the National Cable Television Cooperative. The network is also distributed in Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. For more information, visit the website, www.axs.tv; go to the Facebook page here and follow the company on Twitter, @axstv; on Instagram; Tumblr; Cyber Dust and YouTube.


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Chief Executive Officer
Michael is Champlain Housing Trust’s Chief Executive Officer having joined the leadership team in December 2007 and being appointed CEO in January, 2021. He has over 40 years of community and economic development experience both at the non-profit and municipal level. He worked at Burlington’s Community and Economic Development Office (CEDO) from its creation and was its longest serving Director. Prior to CEDO, he was employed as Executive Director for several non-profit organizations including the King Street Center. Michael is also a founder and partner of the independent community development consultant group, Burlington Associates, where he worked with Community Land Trusts around the country. He serves on the Board of the National NeighborWorks Association, the Grounded Solutions Network and leads the CEO forum of the Housing Partnership Network. He is the Chair of HPIex, a national insurance captive that provides workers comp, health care and property and liability insurance to members of the Housing partnership Network. Michael Is a recipient of the Con Hogan Award for Creative, Entrepreneurial, Community Leadership and has been recognized for his work by the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board with the Mollie Beattie award. Michael is a graduate of Achieving Excellence, a leadership program of Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and NeighborWorks America. He holds a BA degree from Goddard College.
Chief Operating Officer
Amy is our Chief Operating Officer and has worked at the Champlain Housing Trust since 1994. She previously led development projects from inception through permitting, funding and construction often in partnership with our co-developers, Evernorth (formerly Housing Vermont). Amy is responsible for all operations, overseeing the Property Management, Real Estate Development, Homeownership and Lending, and Cooperative Housing departments. Amy started at BCLT on North Street single-handedly serving our homeownership customers and remains a resource to the Homeownership staff. Amy is a non-profit representative on the Evernorth Board.
Chief Administrative and Financial Officer
Cheryl Read is our Chief Administrative and Financial Officer. She came to CHT in 2008 after playing an integral role in the management of her family’s business for ten years, and working at Opportunities Credit Union for three. Cheryl has managed our lending programs since 2010 maintaining a strong focus on program efficiency, sustainability and regulatory compliance. She joined the executive team in June, 2017 and is responsible for all human resources functions as well as the Information Technology and Administration Teams.
Director of Finance
Josh Chant became CHT’s Director of Finance in June 2020. Josh joined Burlington Community Land Trust in 2002 and has grown with the organization, working as a Staff Accountant, the Controller, and Associate Director before assuming his current role. Josh’s hands on work in all aspects of CHT’s accounting operations as well as his past experience in the hospitality industry give him a rich perspective with which to lead his department. As the Director of Finance, Josh is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Finance Department including all corporate and property accounting functions such as audit preparation, the annual budget process, and cash management insuring compliance with all applicable accounting regulations.
Director of Property Management
Josie is our Director of Property Management and has worked at Champlain Housing Trust Since 2002. Prior to the merger Josie worked for the Lake Champlain Housing Development Corp. as a property manager for a number of properties in South Burlington. As Director Josie oversees the day-to-day operations of the 2,400+ apartments and is accountable for their physical and financial well-being as well as compliance with a number of regulatory requirements.
Director of Homeownership
Julie is our Director of Homeownership and joined CHT in October 2021. She was most recently the Chief Operating Officer and interim Chief Executive Officer of Downstreet Housing and Community Development in Barre and before that was Director of Legal Services at the Vermont Land Trust. She has also worked for Legal Aid of Los Angeles and the Nature Conservancy. For years she has engaged in racial equity initiatives, and is eager to put her experience into action.
Director of Community Relations
Chris Donnelly is CHT’s Director of Community Relations, having joined the Trust in April 2005. He directs CHT’s external communications, including community and endowment fundraising, grant writing, media and public relations, coalition and advocacy work, marketing of all programs and homes, and all publications. Chris also oversees community organizing and member relations. He has many years’ experience in fundraising for social justice organizations and has a strong background in public policy.
Director of Real Estate Development
Miranda is our Director of Real Estate Development, having joined CHT in 2020. She leads development projects from inception through permitting, funding and construction, often in partnership with our co-developers, Evernorth. Before joining CHT Miranda developed affordable housing solutions at Cathedral Square Corporation, led workforce development and diversity initiatives at VT EPSCoR, and worked as an environmental manager for a number of community organizations. She is a Certified Housing Development Finance Professional.
Director of Resident Services and Homelessness Prevention Initiatives
Mike is the (first) Director of Resident Services and Homelessness Prevention Initiatives. He began at CHT in 2018 as the Guest and Residence Services Coordinator. As the Resident Services program grew, he became the Resident Services Manager, and then eventually the Associate Director of Resident Services. Before coming to CHT he worked at the Burlington Housing Authority for fourteen years; first as the Offender Reentry Housing Specialist, and then as the Team Lead for the Housing Retention Team. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Sociology at Saint Michael’s College and an Instructor of Sociology and Social Work at the Community College of Vermont.


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We're still uhntz-uhntz-ing around Ultra Music Festival 2012, waiting for EDM riot-starter Kaskade, David "The French Tickler" Guetta, and super-Dutch trance man Armin van Buuren to hump up onto the Main Stage and bring this sweaty, pheremone-soaked festival of dance to a furious, fist-pumping climax.
And yet ... Ultra organizers have already revealed the dates for the 2013 edition of UMF!
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OK, so this isn't really all that surprising. Last year, the fest blasted out its plans for 2012 before Ultra 2011 had even started.
And sticking with that pre-emptive approach, just a few minutes ago, an official Ultra Music Festival app alert was sent out to subscribed beat freaks like Crossfade . It read: "Ultra Music Festival 2013 dates announced - March 22 - 24 during Miami Music Week 2013! #CANUFEELIT"
To which we can only answer, "Uh ... Yeah, we're still here!"


AcGFP and mCherry Calibration Beads for Flow Cytometry
26 Sep 2014
Commercially-available calibration beads are an indispensable tool when preparing flow cytometers for experiments using fluorescent dyes (e.g. FITC); however, existing fluorescent dye beads are not suitable for instrument calibration if the cells being analyzed express fluorescent proteins. To solve this problem, Takara has developed calibration beads labeled with either the red fluorescent protein mCherry or the green fluorescent protein AcGFP, which has spectral properties almost identical to EGFP. This poster demonstrates that the fluorescent protein Flow Cytometer Calibration Beads are easy to use, and perform equally well on a variety of flow cytometer platforms.