The Sex Worker Media Library presents a round-up of issues of the last few years that brought attention to the human rights impact of the anti-trafficking regime. This 1st edition includes reports on the “The Fall of Somaly Mam,” with work from Anne Elizabeth Moore, “Hit and Run” Sex Worker Research from EMPOWER, Thailand, Vice’s “The High Cost of Cheap Clothes,” “From Prosecution to Empowerment: Is there a way back?” from Marjan Wijers, Laura Agustín’s deconstruction of the slogan “‘Sex Work is Not Sex Trafficking’: An idea whose time has not come” and much more.
The Sex Worker Media Library revisits this occasion to bring attention to organizations and individuals–activists, artists, and academics– who have carefully researched, responded to and otherwise documented the broad impact of the anti-trafficking regime around the world. We recognize and note ill conceived anti-trafficking policy, the harms of the rescue industry and of increased stigmatization and criminalization of migration, commercial sex, people of color, transgender people and youth. We encourage you to future “… investigation: wondering, reading, critique, talking with those more experienced, cogitating over ambiguities.”


Both Barcelona and Liverpool won convincingly this evening, the former in La Liga and the latter in the Premier League.
Barcelona hammered Real Madrid 4-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu in El Clasico, thanks to goals from Luis Suarez (two), Neymar and Andres Iniesta.
Meanwhile, Liverpool registered a stunning 4-1 victory over City away from home at the Etihad Stadium.
Italy international striker Balotelli, who joined Serie A outfit AC Milan on a season-long loan deal from Liverpool in the summer transfer window, was seemingly pleased with the two results.
Liverpool are ninth in the Premier League table at the moment with 20 points from 13 matches, six points behind fourth-place Arsenal.
Barcelona are currently at the top of La Liga with 30 points from 12 games, six points clear of second-place Real Madrid.


The Aprilia RS 660 has been spotted yet again before it goes into production. t is safe to say that the Aprilia RS 660 is one of the most-awaited motorcycles this year. The latest spy image reveals that the motorcycle is closer to production than ever before.
The Aprilia RS 660 first made its debut in concept form at the 2018 EICMA motorcycle show. It promised enthusiasts a motorcycle they had long been waiting for — a mid-weight motorcycle with technological pedigree and handling dynamics similar to the bigger flagship Aprilia bikes.
A year later Aprilia came back to EICMA in 2019 with a production-ready model. It was in essence, an Aprilia RSV4 in a lighter, easier to handle package and needless to say, enthusiasts were thrilled, us included.
Aprilia said the motorcycle would debut at the Aprilia Festival in Mugello that was supposed to take place earlier this month. However, that didn’t happen thanks to the current situation across the globe. Aprilia however seems to have made use of the extra time to do more testing.
The latest spy image shows the motorcycle testing for the first time with a seat and footpegs for the pillion rider. The image shows the motorcycle in a rather dull Yellow, almost Cream-coloured shade, testing alongside a Honda CBR650R.
The Honda CBR650R is one of the motorcycles that the Aprilia RS 660 will compete with, in the European market. Hence, it makes sense for Aprilia to do some benchmarking against the competition.
However, we aren’t too sure if Aprilia was using both bikes or if the RS 660 pulled up next to the CBR650R by chance. The Aprilia RS 660 is powered by a liquid-cooled, 660cc, parallel-twin engine with a maximum power output of 100bhp.
It features a modern 5-inch TFT display with two display modes for instrumentation. It also comes with traction control, wheelie control, cornering ABS, cruise control, and five switchable riding modes.


The debate on net neutrality hit the headlines again this month as Google and US telecoms operator Verizon negotiated a deal which they claim will preserve the ideology while catering to the needs of internet service providers (ISPs).
We explain the thinking behind net neutrality, why a deal between two US companies is important to UK businesses, and how the ramifications are widespread and could splinter the internet.
What is net neutrality?
Net neutrality in its purest form is the belief that all data should be treated equally. Data should not be discriminated against because of its source, type or size. The concern is that ISPs will use the distance from the exchange to the telephone socket to limit access to the internet.
There are numerous 'visions' of net neutrality which only enhance the confusion and misunderstanding of this important concept. The most common are:
* No data discrimination - all data is treated equally
* Data discrimination with quality of service (QoS) but no cost attached - data is treated based on rules with no price to access high priority 'levels'
* Data discrimination with QoS and priced performance tiers - data is treated differently depending on rules and pricing
The 'no discrimination' policy is what could be classed as true net neutrality. This puts forward the notion that data from all internet services, such as web sites, email, VoIP and peer-to-peer, are treated the same and given identical priority to use network resources. While this is the panacea, the reality is somewhat different.
As network bandwidth is limited, the notion of QoS has been discussed and deployed for years. In its most basic form, QoS is a set of rules which prioritises network resources to particular services that are deemed important. Data is analysed in real time and, depending on which QoS rule it matches, is either transferred, delayed or discarded.
Large organisations are likely to impose some form of QoS and firewalling on their web traffic, limiting employee internet connections, for example. Given that the rules were set in accordance with company policy or budget, it is a reflection of what the organisation deems important for its employees to get work done.
For instance, it is understandable that VoIP data is given higher priority over loading web pages. A few seconds of delay when visiting a social networking site is no big deal, but such a delay while on a call is unacceptable.
In this case, the rules on prioritising internet access are in the hands of the person or company paying for the connection. Proponents of net neutrality fear that, if those rules were implemented by an ISP, it would choose rules that suited itself rather than its customers.
Cotton seedling freezes to death as Chang'e-4 shuts down for the Moon's 14-day lunar night
Fortnite easily out-earns PUBG, Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018
Meteor showers as a service will be visible for about 100 kilometres in all directions
Saturn's rings only formed in the past 100 million years, suggests analysis of Cassini space probe data
New findings contradict conventional belief that Saturn's rings were formed along with the planet about 4.5 billion years ago


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The big day is upon us and we are celebrating Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day in a large fashion this year. To prepare we visited the best diners and cafes throughout the state to bring you a special selection we found delicious. We have broken down our list by neighborhood so that you might find the very best in your area. But feel free to travel outside you zone and sample them all!
These are all listed in random order but realize we find the best in Dallas to be AllGood Cafe, the best in Fort Worth is Horseshoe Hill Cafe. Look to Mary’s Cafe in Strawn to be the best in the state. These are all listed below so you may gaze upon their mighty tastiness.
Deep Ellum: AllGood Cafe is the city’s finest. Enjoy this fantastic cut of tenderloin that has been beaten into submission and given a golden coat of delicious flavor and fried for your enjoyment.
North Dallas: We do enjoy a good breakfast and Coffee House Cafe has a fine example. This CFS is house-made with a slab of sirloin for extra beefy flavor. Drop in any time today for their buy one get one free offer. Tell ’em we sent you.
Oak Cliff: Jonathon’s is an Oak Cliff eatery that not only makes a tasty Chicken Fried Steak, but it also comes with a set of eggs that you may order all day. Nothing better than a CFS for breakfast to get you going. Or take a nap.
Bluffview: Celebration has celebrated 45 years of home cooking which includes their CFS with jalapeno gravy. There is a reason this dish is the most requested menu item.
Fair Park: The Old Mill is a near forgotten institution that hammers out pretty fantastic food on a budget. The CFS is their stand out.
Frisco/Oak Cliff: Normas Cafe is yet another Dallas stalwart that has been in business for 61 years serving great mile high pies, burgers and chicken fried steak. The original location is in Oak Cliff.
Oak Lawn: Lucky’s Cafe has become a neighborhood staple serving plenty of gravy and an ever-so-crisp and beefy cfs.
Lakewood: Matt’s Rancho Martinez: has great chicken fried steak in a Mexican environment. Something for everyone. And if you wish, swap out the gravy and do it Bob’s Style with their famous queso. The Tuesday lunch special is served topped with chili.
Lowest Greenville: We have enjoyed late night shenanigans at 504 Bar & Grill but never realized just how delicious their food could be. This is a scratch kitchen, a rarity for bars that serve cheap and powerful cocktails. The CFS here is a one day only deal, but the owner loved it so much he promises to add it to the menu. Choose the slightly piquant jalapeno gravy!
Henderson: Jake’s Burger and Beer recently added a CFS to the menu and no one is happier than the staff at Crave. They do not add mashed potatoes, a requirement, but promise that it will be an option very soon. Until then, their fries are beastly good. Or a side of burger.
Richardson: When you think of Razzoo’s visions of CFS may not come to mind, but they make a pretty damned good one from scratch.
University Park: Bubba’s Cooks Country (and their sister restaurant, Babe’s) have the hearts of Dallasites with their crazy good fried chicken and of course the CFS which is served double-barreled with a side of gravy.
Plano: Love and War in Texas is an odd name for a restaurant, but who cares when they serve Texas-sized portions and always with a side of corn on the cob. Fantastic CFS.
Also located in Plano you will find Kenny’s Smoke House which serves a fantastic smoked brisket cfs only served during their weekend brunch. God bless Kenny.
Trinity Groves: V Eats is a vegan restaurant that serves chicken fried steak. What? Well, it is vegan but we dare you to tell the difference. And it is mighty good.
Bluebonnet Hills, FW: Fred’s Cafe has two locations that serves the best burger in Fort Worth, but also have a sly chicken fry that is toe curling.
Near Southside, FW: Cat City Cafe serves this lightly breaded version that is tender and peppery.
Stockyards, FW: There isn’t a day that goes by without an email asking us where to dine in the Stockyards. The name we offer first is Horseshoe Hill for their mesmerizing list of chicken fried steaks. They are just that good, and the best in Fort Worth.
West Side, FW: Also in Fort Worth you will find a mighty fine CFS, but here it is called soul food. Regardless of what it is called, order this. Gotta love Buttons.
Downtown FW: Possibly the priciest, but well worth it, the Reata offers a chicken fried steak that is pan fried (not found in too many restaurants these days) and has this delicious crispy beef flavor that you are looking for. Also check out the chili and the bacon wrapped asparagus.
One response to “The Ultimate DFW Neighborhood CFS List”
Aha! You left off my FAVORITE! Prego Pasta House has an AMAZING CFS. Please try it soon! The cream gravy is made with ham drippings! The steak itself is HUGE! I think you will like it!

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The 2016 MLS playoffs started with Toronto getting their first playoff win in team history by knocking out Philadelphia 3-1. Sebastian Giovinco opened the scoring for Toronto in the 15th minute at BMO Field. He assisted on Jonathan Osorio's goal in the 48th. Alejandro Bedoya pulled a goal back for Philadelphia in the 73rd, but Jozy Altidore scored Toronto's third goal in the 85th . . .
Julian Green got a game for Bayern Munich in the DFB-Pokal, scoring in their 3-1 win over Augsburg. Philipp Lahm opened the scoring for Bayern in the 2nd minute with Green scoring in the 41st. Augsburg missed a penalty in the 48th, pulling a goal back in the 68th. Bayern also had a penalty miss. David Alaba scored their fourth goal in stoppage time. Green subbed out in stoppage time. "We were by . . .
Thursday's soccer TV schedule is all about the MLS knockout round. The playoffs continue with the Eastern Conference on UniMas and the Western Conference on Fox Sports 1. DC United vs Montreal Impact at 7:30pm on UniMas. There's no English-language coverage in the US for the Eastern Conference knockout game. DC United is much improved and tough to beat at RFK Stadium. They're coming off of an . . .
Turns out Decision Day was a bust by the only metric that matters. The TV ratings were abysmal, the polite way to say that they were beyond bad. It's hard to spin a whopping 64,000 for the Galaxy vs Dallas and another 141,000 for Seattle vs Real Salt Lake. We can assume the difference between those two is that the Galaxy - Dallas game was on ESPN2 while Seattle and RSL played on Fox Sports 1. . . .
USMNT player Bobby Wood came up big for Hamburg in their 4-0 shutout at Hallescher in the DFB-Pokal. Wood opened the scoring in the 8th minute, doubling the lead in the 43rd. Pierre Lasogga made it 3-0 in the 57th and Luca Waldschmidt scored in the 82nd. Wood subbed out in the 82nd minute. Fabian Johnson scored and had an assist for Gladbach in their 2-0 win over Stuttgart. Johnson scored in the . . .
It's knockout round action as the 2016 MLS playoffs begin on ESPN2 and UniMas. In the Eastern Conference, it's Toronto getting to host a playoff game for the first time in club history. In the West, it's the Galaxy at home trying to get past Real Salt Lake. Also on the schedule, plenty from the domestic cups in Europe including the League Cup version of the Manchester derby. Toronto FC vs . . .
It's not the easiest time to be a super club in the Premier League. As the old order works to reestablish itself at the top of the table, it's Manchester United feeling left out and left behind. Losing 4-0 at Chelsea didn't help. Neither does the continuing saga of Wayne Rooney. ESPN's Miguel Delaney relays the rumors that Rooney's days at United might be limited. We've already seen links to . . .
By Clemente Lisi – NEW YORK, NY (Oct 24, 2016) US Soccer Players – The moment fans have been waiting for is finally here. It’s MLS Cup Playoff time. With Decision Day behind us, Wednesday marks the official start to the postseason. While the past seven months have brought with it highs and lows for all the teams that made the playoffs, some are in better shape than others. It’s the momentum going . . .
Monday's soccer news starts with MLS moving to the postseason. That finishes the 2016 story for eight of the league's clubs, including the defending champions not getting the chance to defend. First to worse than the six Western Conference teams that made the playoffs is now the story for the Portland Timbers. It just wasn't the Timbers' week. They doubled down on their problems after exiting the . . .
The 2016 MLS regular season ended on Sunday with all 20 teams playing at the same time. The battle for the Supporters’ Shield ended up a bit anticlimactic. FC Dallas held onto their lead over Colorado with both teams drawing their games. On paper, Colorado should’ve had the easier time of it, playing bottom club Houston. Instead, the Dynamo responded like a team with plenty to play for in a 1-1 . . .

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Sawdust removal from the working area
One of the key issues for companies that use band saws to cut frozen meat and fish is the accumulation of sawdust in the cutting area, both in the machine and on the ground.
Hygiene in the food industry has become a pillar that can be decisive for companies when it’s time to purchase one or the other equipment. The manufacturers of machinery must have it clear and move in the same direction as the industry, offering solutions that meet the hygienic and safety requirements that it demands.
One of the key issues for companies that use band saws to cut frozen meat and fish is the accumulation of sawdust in the cutting area, both in the machine and on the ground. This accumulation can be problematic at several levels:
- at a safety level - sawdust can be viscous and slippery
- at a hygienic level - accumulation in corners, grooves, etc.
- at the productive level - if a good extraction system is not available, stops must be scheduled to proceed with the removing operation
To keep the work area as clean as possible, Astech Food Machinery, in its efforts to continue innovating in the line of satisfying the customer and their needs, has developed an automatic sawdust extraction belt coupled to the same machine, for the automatic SRA band saw type. This conveyor belt allows the sawdust to be transported from the inside of the machine where the accumulation is usually carried out, to the outside where the removal can be carried out in plastic boxes, 200 liter trolleys or big boxes.
Until now, we have had a similar belt that could be purchased as an optional item within our range of accessories for SRA machines. With the new design and the restyling of the SRA we have optimized the conveyor belt so that from now on it is a standard component already incorporated in the machine, fulfilling the criteria of hygienic design and safety that this application needs.


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From the Open-Publishing Calendar
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|Michael Lerner and Cat Zavis: Revolutionary Love|
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Berkeley Hillside Club
2286 Cedar St
Berkeley, CA 94709
KPFA Radio 94.1 FM presents:
Michael Lerner with Cat Zavis
Revolutionary Love, A Political Manifesto to Heal and Transform the World
advance tickets: $12: T: 800-838-3006 or independent bookstores,
$15 door, benefits KPFA Radio 94.1FM info: www. kpfa.org/events
For those tired of shouting across the table as they debate the future of the country and the planet, Revolutionary Love brings hope, respect, and love to today's political divide. Michael Lerner offers concrete solutions for future development by identifying why the left and the right have been so pathetic in achieving any lasting change and discussing what it will take to actually heal and repair the world, both spiritually and physically.
"Michael Lerner is one of the most significant prophetic public intellectuals and spiritual leaders of our generation." - Cornel West, Harvard University
"This book not only puts forward a positive vision, drawing much from the wisdom of feminists and peace activists, but a coherent strategy of how to get there." - Medea Benjamin, Code Pink
A daring book on an urgent topic, Revolutionary Love aims to reunite all sections of the population into a positive democratic force capable of reversing the downward trajectory of our world. It is about a fundamental transformation of collective thinking and acting that unites us for the greater good of all people. Lerner reminds us that ethical and spiritual qualities - respect, compassion, love, and a strong sense of community-can bring people together in a beneficial and constructive way that has the possibility of bringing about real change.
Rabbi Michael Lerner, the editor of Tikkun magazine, has written eleven books, including two national bestsellers, Jewish Renewal and The Left Hand of God: Taking Back Our Country from the Religious Right.
Cat J. Zavis is the Executive Director of the Network of Spiritual Progressives.
$12 advance, $15 door.
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Book Giveaway: Why Is My Piano Black And White? by Nathan Holder
A few years ago, I hosted a giveaway for a book called I Wish I Didn’t Quit: Music Lessons by Nathan Holder. Now Nathan Holder is back with a new book that will be out on the first of September this year.
Nathan Holder is a very talented musician, author and consultant based in London. He received his Masters in Music Performance from Kingston University, while winning the MMus Prize for Outstanding Achievement. He’s performed in many different locations around the world and with some big very known artists too, including Ed Sheeran.
The new book is called Why Is My Piano Black And White? and in this post I’ll share some information about the book as well as offer two books for a giveaway.
About the book Why Is My Piano Black And White?
Is middle C really in the middle? What is the world’s most expensive piano? Who composed a cat piano concerto?
“Why Is My Piano Black And White? is the first children’s reference book all about the piano! It takes children on a musical journey through many different genres to help them discover the weird and wonderful world of the piano, and the people who have made music on it! Filled with fun facts, jokes, quizzes and music – after you read it, the piano will never be the same again! Let Olivia, Callum, Zaki and Pheobe introduce you to pianists like Billy Joel, Khatia Buniatishvili, Mary Lou Williams, and Stevie Wonder, be inspired by some of the most interesting people who have ever played the piano!”
Giveaway: Win a copy of Why Is My Piano Black And White?
For a chance to win a copy of Why Is My Piano Black And White? by Nathan Holder, enter through my Rafflecopter below. UK Entrants over the age of 18 years only. Terms & Conditions apply. The giveaway will end on the 20th of August 2020. There will be two winners.
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Hajj Mahmud Anjir-fagnaviy was the most famous Sufi of his time, recognized as the spiritual authority of Maverannahr. He was born in the Vabkent district of Bukhara region in the village of AnzhirFagna.
Hajj Mahmud Anjir-fagnaviy was the successor of the Sufi spiritual tradition. He was a disciple (murid) and a follower of the Sufi HadjiArifaar-Rivgar. He knew the craft of a carpenter and devoted his whole life to work and knowledge of Divine truth.
Haji Mahmud Anjir-Fagnawiywelcomed two types of spiritual ritual in his mystic-ascetic practice. There were khufi, which is quiet (or secret) dhikr of communion with Allah and dzhakhriya, which is collective and loud one.
He was the first who introduced the public dhikr in accordance with the needs of the time and the demands of seekers. When the sheikh was asked about these innovations, he replied: “Let the sleepers wake up.”
Hajj Mahmud Anjir-fagnaviy was the spiritual mentor of the famous Sufi mystic Hajj Ali Ramitani, who had a large number of murids and followers.
Hajj Mahmud Anjir-fagnaviy died in 1286 (or in 1307) and was buried in his native village.
At present, this village is calledAnjirbog. Moreover, a mausoleum and a Friday mosque were built over his grave.
Other sightseeings of Bukhara
Other places to see in Bukhara
Other cities of Uzbekistan

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For this week’s Core Breakdown I’m excited to share with ya’ll Failsafe from New Jersey’s very own Narrow Vision. For fans of such acts as Touché Amore and Counterparts, Narrow Vision present their own brand of crushing melodic hardcore. Each song balances the use of luscious guitar tones, all while keeping the progression to a consistent heaviness.
“Bitter Pill” is a quick introduction, giving us flares of melodic tinges in the guitar rhythm. The vocals and drums bursts away, the guitars eventually shifting into a choppier flow. “God Complex” incorporates more melody throughout its runtime. There is a lot of variety happening here, for while the emotional component of the music presents this gentle element to it, the instrumentals shift in tempo, always producing a genuine aggression. “Lucid Dream” follows in a similar pattern to the previous song, while the self-titled track really picks up the speed. There’s more of a hectic beat to the instrumentation, feeding into the ferocity of the vocals. The last song, “Wallow”, is unique compared to the other songs, containing heavier hardcore elements (specifically through the use of rampant drumming and guitar shredding).
You can stream the Failsafe below, and follow the band via Facebook. Let us know your thoughts on Narrow Vision in the comments, and thanks for checking out The Core Breakdown.


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Mooresville, Indiana – Kimberly Smith passed away at home after a life-long battle with Crohn’s Disease on October 19, 2022. Kimberly was born in Vincennes, Indiana, to her loving parents, Arthur Jan Smith and Toni Fiscus on July 18, 1974. She was 48.
Kimberly was a woman with a creative side, who spent many hours expressing herself through her work in fingernail art, drawing, and calligraphy. She also enjoyed a variety of music; from country and classic rock to an unapologetic love of pop. She loved Halloween and Christmas but her favorite time of the year was the summer time, when she could spend as much time in the sunlight as possible.
Most of all Kimberly was a child of God though. She found comfort in her faith and her family above all other things.
She is survived by her parents, Arthur Smith and Toni Fiscus (Roger); son Devan Whedon (Jessica); daughter Skyler Kent (Kelly); brothers Eric Smith of Monrovia and Brad Smith (Tracie) of Woodhaven Michigan; sisters Joni Smith and Mary Smith (Patrick) of Loogootee; Grandchildren Abigail Goodin, Kamrin Whedon, Karson Whedon, Journie Daniels, and Oakleigh Daniels.
Friends and family will gather for Kimberly's Life Celebration® visitation on Friday, October 28th, 2022, at Carlisle Branson Funeral Service, 39 East High Street, Mooresville, Indiana from 3 pm – 5 pm. A memorial service will follow at 5 pm with Reverend Danny Thomas presiding.
The family asks that all memorial donations be made to The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation in Kimberly’s name.
Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.

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Abdul Rahman Ibrahima Ibn Sori (also known as Abdul Rahman), after two more decades and 40 years of enslavement a chance encounter finally led to a breakthrough.
Previously, Rahman was sold to different slave traders until he ended-up in the United States in the year 1788 at the age of 26. This was two years after the signing of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the Government of United States and the Empire of Morocco.
Treaty 6. If any Moor shall bring Citizens of the United States or their Effects to His Majesty, the Citizens shall immediately be set at Liberty and the Effects restored, and in like Manner, if any Moor not a Subject of these Dominions shall make Prize of any of the Citizens of
Prince Abdul Rahman Ibrahima
America or their Effects and bring them into any of the Ports of His Majesty, they shall be immediately released, as they will then be considered as under His Majesty’s Protection.

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His excitement was immediately followed by a severe pain in his head. It felt like he was being burned by a hot wire, and he was sweating from the pain of it. Blood was gushing out from his nostrils. It was normal for a human brain to shut down sometimes. Even a machine could break down after being overworked for a long period of time, and avoiding the bullet had tested the limits of Luo Yuan’s brain. He was afraid that it might explode if he had to avoid any more attacks like that.
Bullets were still flying everywhere. Luo Yuan’s forehead was drenched in sweat as he sighed.
He covered his nose, but blood kept dripping between the gaps of his fingers. It felt like his brain was shaking and turning into glue. He did not feel like he was conscious anymore. Luo Yuan did not know whether those two people were going to die, but he knew he was certainly going to if they kept on firing. His sixth sense was like a double-edged sword. It made his mind stronger, but it was also a burden. And he could not bear that burden in his current physical condition.
He closed his eyes tightly, but he could still sense where the bullets were coming from. He was like a volcano about to erupt and the urge of killing was getting stronger in his mind.
“I can’t wait anymore. Why not take the risk if I’m going to die anyway?”
He took a deep breath and picked up his Zhanmadao before jumping in front of Qian Dakui and his buddies. One of his legs landed on the ground and his body moved forward at a high speed as if he was on a spring. He had already left his rational side behind. He increased his speed, and the wind around him became gradually warmer at the same time that his body was surrounded by a strong energy.
The scene around him seemed to be moving in reverse. If someone had been calculating his speed, they would have realized that it had reached 100 meters in 8 seconds. However, he was in a forest and there were a lot of branches around, not to mention the bumpy ground. Had he been in any other environment, he probably would have been able to go even faster.
“Damn! Someone is coming! He seems very fast!” a young guy with long hair shouted.
“Fire, you idiot! It’s the evolution survivor! Kill him!” a 30 year-old man scolded him. He looked shocked as he quickly placed a bomb inside the mortar.
Unfortunately, the mortar was not a gun. Although it was easy to operate, several factors contributed to hitting the target. Only professionals could master it. Usually normal people would just fire before they could even identify the location of their target. The man held the mortar and spun around, firing when he had passed by his target. The bomb exploded somewhere behind Luo Yuan. It had not even burned a hair on Luo Yuan’s head.
The guy with the long hair had used up all the bullets in his rifle. “Quickly, pass me a grenade!” he said as he threw the rifle aside.
“F*ck you! Get one yourself!” the middle-aged man cursed, clearly mad at him. His palm was sweaty as he picked up a grenade and put his finger through the ring.
Luo Yuan was as fast as a ghost. The branches in the forest did not affect his speed anymore. Initially, he had been 100 meters away from the two men, but it had taken just a moment for him to catch up. Now he was a mere 10 meters away from them. His killing instinct felt locked inside that time capsule, making him feel extremely uncomfortable.
“Run!” The thought had crept into his mind and filled his heart. Luo Yuan stared at the young man, who was still looking for the grenade, and thought silently, “Don’t blame me. Blame yourself for being stupid.”
The young man had not realized that Luo Yuan was so close. He had taken a grenade out of his bag and was about to stand up. It was very hard for him to breath and his heart felt like it was cramping. He raised his head. Suddenly, his pupils contracted at the same time that his hair was blown back by a strong wind.
A green beam flashed and then disappeared. The young man felt like he was flying before he had even managed to finish his word. His vision kept spinning, and he saw blood gushing out like a fountain from a corpse without a head.
Luo Yuan shook his sword out and blood began to drip down its semi-transparent blade. He picked up the rifle the young man had thrown away, plus some bullets. He inserted the bullets into the rifle while he watched the middle-aged man run farther away. He pulled the trigger and fired.
He hit the man on his third shot. The man was wearing a bulletproof jacket though, so he only staggered shortly before he kept running like crazy.
Luo Yuan took a deep breath. A sudden inspiration struck him. When he aimed at his target again, the man’s brain exploded like a watermelon. He continued to run for a few steps before he fell to the ground.
“After a short period of training, you have mastered the basic gun skill!“
Luo Yuan was stunned. He had only tried using a gun a few times. He’d barely even fired more than twenty shots. He certainly had not expected to master the skill in such a short period of time. He opened up the status panel.
“Knife expertise: 0”
It was a surprise. After all, the men from Hedong City had been just a group of useless bullies. Their bullets had not even gotten near him. The funny thing was, Luo Yuan had almost died because of them. He was starting to get a little arrogant after escaping those bullets. His shooting skills were no better than theirs after all. Anyway, had they been in a different environment, Luo Yuan was confident that he could have made some good shots. He also had the special ability to move at a high speed, which had made it hard for the men to focus. They had been so panicked, they had just fired around randomly.
“Brother Luo, you’re awesome! You killed the two of them by yourself!” Qian Dakui said, walking up behind him a moment later.
They all stopped smiling when Luo Yuan turned around.
“Are you injured?” Yang Dawei asked.
They were so busy fighting that none of them had realized that Luo Yuan was bleeding. They were surprised to see it now. Luo Yuan looked horrible. His face and shirt were drenched in blood which, combined with the fact that he seemed to be struggling to stand still, made them think that he was severely injured.
“It’s nothing, don’t worry.” Luo Yuan shook his head. He looked pale, but calm.
Everyone respected him for being able to act so normal while he was injured. None of them could have done the same. Luo Yuan wiped his nose. He was relieved when he realized that he was not bleeding anymore. He found a bottle of mineral water and washed his face. They all watched him, surprised to see his face clean. They were even more stunned to notice a headless corpse lying by the side of the road. Luo Yuan knew what they were looking at but he did not bother to explain. He turned to the corpse that had been attacked by the mutated leeches. It was not moving at all.
Luo Yuan wasn’t sure if the man had been lucky or unlucky that he hadn’t been injured during the battle.“What about this one? Should I kill him?” he asked.
“No!” Yang Dawei rushed to stop him. “It’s no use trying to kill him with a knife. The eggs inside his body must already have hatched. If you kill him, the leeches will come out through the blood flow and we will be in big trouble!”
“What about burning him then? That will burn all the mutated leeches inside his body too,” Qian Dakui suggested.
“That’s not a bad idea,” Luo Yuan agreed with him.
They made a pile of dried grass and branches and moved the corpse on top of it. However, just as they were about to light the fire, they noticed something strange about the corpse. A long moving object was coming out of the base of the dead man’s neck. There were only two in the beginning, but the body soon became packed with them. They were the size of chopsticks and about an inch in length, and they gradually covered every part of the dead body. Luo Yuan felt extremely uncomfortable looking at them.
“Dawei, hurry up! Light up the grass!” Qian Dakui shouted, looking pale.
Yang Dawei swallowed some saliva and lit up the pile of dried grass. Everyone had thought that the man was dead, however, when the flames got near the corpse, the man opened his eyes and began to struggle. He was too weak and he stopped after a few seconds. His clothes and hair were burning and turning into ashes. His struggling got weaker as his eyeballs became dry and cracked. The mutated leeches that were about to come out, squeezed back into the dead body to escape the high temperature. They could avoid the fire but they could not escape the burning flames that were going to turn the corpse into ashes.
An hour later, Luo Yuan’s stomach still felt upset. He was chopping off a branch when he asked, “How long now?”
Qian Dakui envied his Zhanmadao. He was very curious about the sword. It did not look like gold or jade, but it was very sharp. All it took was one cut for it to take own a whole branch, or even a tree. He had never seen Luo Yuan try to cut the same branch twice.
Qian Dakui looked at his watch and, after estimating the time of arrival, he replied, “We are close. About 30 more minutes to go.”
Luo Yuan looked very excited, but also doubtful. “Do you think it will still be there?” he asked. “It was so long ago. Perhaps somebody else might have taken it.”
“Chances are low. It’s considered a very dangerous place so people hardly ever go there. We came across it by accident. It’s only a small lake, but there are many secondary mutants there, even some tertiary ones. We only took a look and then ran away fast. The feather you’re looking for is just beside the lake.”
Qian Dakui and his friends looked very serious. Tertiary meant blue rank. Luo Yuan knew that blue rank animals were not easy to handle. He was not confident that he could defeat a blue rank animal despite the fact he was more skilled and powerful, and had more sophisticated equipment now compared to when he had killed the guard rank green beetles.


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By Jennifer Van Allen
Harriet Beecher Stowe House, Brunswick
Between 1850 and 1852, Stowe wrote Uncle Tom’s Cabin while raising six kids in this Colonial-style house near Bowdoin College, where her husband taught. It’s also where she laid plans for The Pearl of Orr’s Island, a romantic portrait of fishing-village folklife that took her a decade to write, helped birth the “local color” movement in American lit, and caused a post–Civil War tourism boom in Harpswell. Call to arrange tours of the house, now a Bowdoin office building with a small interpretive area. 207-725-3433.
Sarah Orne Jewett House Museum, South Berwick
Jewett was born in this 1774 Georgian mansion, which provided inspiration for the grand Maine summer home shared by the two heroines — and possibly lovers — in her 1877 first novel, Deephaven. “The house is very old,” one of them says, “and my ancestors followed the sea and brought home the greater part of its furnishings.” The furnishings in the preserved home, which Jewett left as a child and returned to as an adult, are in the Arts and Crafts style and surrounded by 19th-century antiques. 207-384-2454.
Rachel Carson’s Coast, Boothbay
From her Southport Island cottage, on a rocky ledge overlooking the Sheepscot River, Carson laid the groundwork for The Edge of the Sea, her melodious, meticulous 1955 study of tidal ecology, as well as for the landmark Silent Spring. Nearby spots that inspired her include the Hendricks Head and Indiantown Island Preserves, managed by Boothbay Region Land Trust, and the Nature Conservancy’s 78-acre Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve. Her cottage is privately owned, but the nonprofit Rachel Carson Homestead hosts an annual raffle for a weeklong stay there.
Booth Tarkington’s Boathouse, Kennebunkport
Indiana-reared novelist, playwright, and two-time Pulitzer-winner Tarkington was an ebullient summer presence around Kennebunkport in the early 20th century, and the town influenced his 1932 novel Mary’s Neck, a satire about a fish-out-of-water Midwesterner navigating social pitfalls among oddballs, snobs, and folksy commoners in a Maine summer colony. During near-daily coffee klatsches at his handsome boathouse, called The Floats, Tarkington mentored Kenneth Roberts, helping edit works like Roberts’s landmark historical novel Arundel, about Benedict Arnold’s march through Maine to Quebec. The Floats is privately owned but can be admired in passing on Ocean Avenue, just south of Nonantum Resort.
Celia Thaxter’s Garden, Appledore Island
“Flowers have been like dear friends to me,” Thaxter wrote in 1894, in An Island Garden, “comforters, inspirers, powers to uplift and to cheer.” Her plot on Appledore Island, 7 miles off Kittery, inspired one of the most beloved gardening books, a mix of practical advice and poetic reflection. The Shoals Marine Laboratory offers summer tours of a seaside garden on the site of Thaxter’s original, designed based on her descriptions. $100/person, departing by boat from New Castle, New Hampshire. 603-862-5346.
Dorothy Boone Kidney’s Cabin, Allagash Wilderness Waterway
Between 1957 and 1985, Kidney and her husband spent summers tending to a remote dam on the Allagash, assisting fishermen and canoeists traveling the famed 93-mile waterway. She penned three memoirs about their experience, including Away From It All in 1969, in which she wrote, “There is a therapy to be found in the woods. There is a simple, happy way of life living as our early ancestors did among the streams and lakes.” Kidney’s one-room cabin still stands on the north end of Chamberlain Lake, and writers and artists can apply with the Allagash Wilderness Waterway for an annual two-week residency. 207-695-3721.
Elisabeth Ogilvie’s Island, Cushing
The prolific Ogilvie wrote more than 40 novels, most tracing the dramas of hardscrabble islanders, but her 1954 memoir My World Is an Island has aged best. It’s a slow-simmering, often funny account of settling into life on idyllic Gay’s Island, in Muscongus Bay, where she would live and write for some 50 years. Down East Adventures hosts retreats in a cottage on Gay’s Island, where guests wander the rocky shoreline that inspired the novelist, between puffin-watching tours and meals prepared by James Beard Award–winning chefs. 207-594-9544.

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Detailed flow and cross-section data for a 17-mile reach of the Chattahoochee River in northeast Georgia are described and summarized. Flow data include measurements of highly dynamic stage and discharge at five stations during the period March 21-23, 1976. Flow data were collected at 5-minute intervals and are listed accordingly. Coordinate data for 39 cross sections in the study reach are also listed. A mathematical model is developed and applied whereby stage data collected at a single station can be used to compute highly dynamic discharge at the station. The model is based on the continuity and momentum equations that describe unsteady, one-dimensional flow in open channels. Both equations are transformed to a single quadratic equation which describes mean flow velocity at a single station. Flow-geometry parameters used by the model are computed using cross-section coordinates and the equation which describes the area of an irregular polygon. Use of the model in conjunction with highly dynamic stage data collected on March 23, 1976, provided close agreement between measured and computed discharges. The model was also used to investigate the sensitivity of highly dynamic discharge to channel and flow parameters. Computed discharge was most sensitive to changes in channel roughness and slope.


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oa South African Journal of Chemistry - A facile catalyst-free Pudovik reaction for the synthesis of α-amino phosphonates : research article
Some imines were synthesized by the reaction of 5-amino 1-naphthol with substituted aromatic aldehydes in ethanol under reflux conditions. Dialkyl phosphites underwent addition with aromatic imines to give novel α-amino phosphonates. All the title compounds were characterized by elemental analysis, IR, 1H, 13C, 31P NMR and mass spectral data. All the newly-synthesized compounds (4a-j) exhibited moderate antibacterial and antifungal activity.
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Houston Rockets center Isaiah Hartenstein was assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Tuesday, following the release of forward Danuel House. It would seem that with veteran reserve Nene Hilario finally healthy, Hartenstein will see more run in the G League than he would in Houston. At least, for now.
That was certainly the case on Wednesday, when Hartenstein blasted the Agua Caliente Clippers for 22 points in 31 minutes, nearly notching a triple-double. He tallied nine rebounds and eight assists, as well as three blocks.
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Hartenstein played 38 games with the Vipers last season, averaging 9.5 points in 18.7 minutes per game. It seems some NBA seasoning to start the year may have already boosted his level of play. The intended length of the 20-year-old’s current G-League assignment is not yet known.


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Man, the state, and war is a 1959 book on international relations by realist academic kenneth waltz the book is influential within the field of international relations theory for establishing the three 'images of analysis' used to explain conflict in the international system. In developing neorealist theory, kenneth waltz sought to reconcile the tenets of classical realism with those of liberal democracy classical realists called for foreign policy to be forged by elite decisionmakers, unconstrained by legal norms and public opinion. This study an analysis of the story of joe odd provides a comprehensive analysis of the origins of war in neorealist theory an article by kenneth waltz an overview an overview of spains established america empire in 16th century a biography of edgar lee masters an american poet of the characteristics of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis a deadly . Although kenneth waltz has been clear that his neorealist theory is not a theory of foreign policy, others continued to dispute him on this issue 2 some realists have certainly contributed to the impression that realism, if not.
In waltz's view the international relations theory is a neorealist theory that focuses centrally on the structure of the system actors are less important because structures compel them to act in certain ways. Article called “the origins of war in neorealist theory” “competition and conlict among states,” waltz wrote, “stem directly from the twin facts of life under conditions of anarchy: states in an anarchic order. Building upon these newer treatments of waltz’s thought, this article will attempt to demonstrate that waltz necessarily did have an implicit theory of the state—which has, willy-nilly, become embedded in other neorealist theories of ir.
Columbia university’s kenneth waltz comments on the recent debate in international security on when democracies are likely to go to war journal article - quarterly journal: international security. Kenneth waltz’ 1988 journal article on the neorealist theory of origins of war defines this idea that states are forced into conflict as a result of anarchic international structure as “structural realism”. A comprehensive analysis of the origins of war in neorealist theory an article by kenneth waltz 22 nov a comprehensive analysis of the origins of war in neorealist theory an article by kenneth waltz posted at 02:48h in uncategorised by 0 comments. Journal of interdisciplinary history, xviii:4 (spring 1988), 615-628 kenneth n waltz the origins of war in neorealist theory like most historians, many students of international politics have been. You can see the work of the father founder of the neorealist theory mr kenneth waltz, his classic book theory of international politics, the origins of alliances,.
Waltz (1992) responds to such criticisms by affirming that concepts such as dynamic density, information richness, and communication facilities are not and cannot be elements of a theory, in general, or of his systemic, structural, neorealist theory, in particular. Waltz 1979 theory of international politics reading, ma: addison-wesley chapter 1: laws and theories although laws might just describe a correlation (with a given probability), theories explain them. International studies review advance access published april 6, 2016 international studies review (2016) 00, 1–21 analytical essay drawing out the leviathan: kenneth waltz, hobbes, and the neorealist theory of the state david polansky university of toronto neo- or structural realism is famously said to lack a theory of the state. Kenneth neal waltz, born and raised in ann arbor, michigan, is best known for developing the neorealist or structural realist approach to the study of international relations a central figure in the development of international relations scholarship in the post – world war ii (1939 – 1945) era, waltz has also made notable contributions to .
Theory of international politics is a 1979 international relations (ir) theory by kenneth waltz that offers a new theory, the neorealist theory of international relations taking into account the influence of neoclassical economic theory , waltz argued that the fundamental ordering principle (p. Kenneth waltz espoused a neorealist theory which he developed to portend that states seek to survive within an anarchical system this theory to some great extent explains the foreign policy framework of countries however other theorists have argued that the neorealist theory is not exhaustive in explaining other foreign policy behaviours. Liberalism and decisionmaking in kenneth waltz’s neorealism 87 and war to suggest that we suggest that waltz’s neorealist theory is not highly original,.
A conversation with kenneth waltz mearsheimer and the post-cold war world: the rise of america and the fall of structural realism’ kenneth waltz, hobbes, and the neorealist theory of . Neorealist theory, especially as they are articulated in the work of kenneth waltz i argue not only that neorealist theories rest on assumptions about science and theory that have been. Kenneth waltz, the origins of war in neorealist theory (1) security is main goal of states: in developing a theory of international politics, neorealism retains the main tenets of realpolitik, but means and ends are viewed differently, as are causes and effects. International relations: international relations, the study of the relations of states with each other and with international organizations and certain subnational entities (eg, bureaucracies, political parties, and interest groups).
Neorealism or structural realism is a theory of international relations that says power is the most important factor in international relations it was first outlined by kenneth waltz in his 1979 book theory of international politics. Coming to the fore of levels of analysis in international relations was the result of the of kenneth waltz’s book entitled “theory of international politics . Summary: the origins of war in neorealist theory / kenneth waltz according to kenneth waltz in his the origins of war in neorealist theory theory cannot explain the accidental or account for unexpected events it deals in regularities and repetitions and is possible when these can be identified.


Zoom on the Honda EU3000i Handi
In a nutshell, the Honda EU3000i Handi is a quiet and compact portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:
- Amateur DIY lovers
- Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
- Tailgating and campground aficionados with the desire of enjoying power anywhere they go
- RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, the extra features it benefits from, and any relevant emission compliance details.
Power & Run Time
The Honda EU3000i Handi's core is the 163 cc Honda GX160 OHV 4-stroke engine, which runs on gasoline. With an output of 120V, it provides a running wattage of 2600W and a peak wattage of 3000W. Moreover, since it is parallel capable (Honda parallel cables (opens in a new tab) not included), its power may be doubled if linked to a second compatible unit.
The inverter generator is rated for a noise of 52 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a conversation at home). Its starting mechanism is based on a conventional pull-start mechanism.
With a full tank, the EU3000i Handi can operate for up to 7.7 hours (fuel consumption around 0.21 GPH), thanks to its fuel capacity of 1.6 gallon.
As the EU3000i Handi produces a clean sine wave, with a <3% Total Harmonic Disruption (THD), sensitive electronics may be plugged in the AC outlets safely.
The control panel features the upcoming 3 AC outlets:
In addition, it provides 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A receptacle with which you may charge your batteries with ease.
Even if this Honda generator isn't quite RV Ready, it still allows for an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor, thanks to its L5-30R receptacle.
As the Honda EU3000i Handi is an inverter generator, its encased design (L24.5 x W14.9 x H19.3 in) offers more aesthetics than a conventional, open frame product. This modern design aims to provide an ideal power solution to recreational users.
The EU3000i Handi's dry weight of 78 lbs lets you use its power anywhere needed. Moreover, its wheel kit and its folding handle will allow you to effortlessly shift it once it's on the ground.
As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off (Oil Alert®).
Along with the aforementioned features, from an accessory standpoint, the Honda EU3000i Handi's box includes the typical documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), which will help you start your generator promptly.
The Honda EU3000i Handi is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. Thus, selling and purchasing this generator is allowed in each of the 50 states, including California.
Moreover, it features a spark arrestor, which makes it suitable for use in forested areas.
The Honda EU3000i Handi versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Honda EU3000i Handi compare to generators of similar power (between 2500 and 3500 W).
- Weight-wise, the Honda EU3000i Handi has only 78 lbs, which renders it one of the lighter generators which produce 2500 to 3500 rated watts. In terms of weight, one of the champions in their power range is the WEN GN400i, standing at just 66.1 lbs.
- At a lowest noise rating of 52 dBA, this inverter generator is one of the quieter devices of similar power. If you’d prefer a less noisy device, one of the most quiet devices, which share the same power range with this one, is the Honda EU3000iS, whose lowest noise levels reach just 50 dBA.
- As for its autonomy, the EU3000i Handi, with an autonomy of up to 7.7 hours at a 25% load, is placed on the low end among the generators of its kind. Furthermore, considering the run times, one of the generators which have a roughly same power output, with the highest autonomy, is the Honda EU3000iS, as it provides up to 20 hours.
- Even though run times are undoubtedly important, they are dependent on the fuel capacity to a large extent. For a more wholesome picture, we must take into consideration the fuel consumption of the generator. In fact, this inverter generator is not among the most fuel efficient, within the aforementioned wattage range : its estimated gasoline consumption at 25% load is around 0.21 GPH. If you are concerned with gasoline efficiency, having a fuel consumption of just 0.13 GPH, the Energizer eZV3200P is a device you should look out for.
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other 2500-3500W generators, the Honda EU3000i Handi is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its kind, purchasing it would most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- Parallel capable
- Lightweight for its kind (78 lbs)
- Quiet for its power (52 dBA)
- On the expensive side
- No data center
- No electric start
- Relatively low run time
- Low fuel efficiency
Features and Specifications
|Parallel capable||Yes, cable not included|
|Engine||163 cc Honda GX160 OHV 4-stroke|
|Voltage||AC: 120V 60 Hz, DC: 12V|
|Running watts||2600 W|
|Starting watts||3000 W|
|Running amps||21.7 amps|
|Peaks amps||25 amps|
|Run time @50% load||5 h|
|Run time @25% load||7.7 h|
|Automatic Voltage Regulation||Inverter|
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|DC outlets||1x 12V 8A|
|Fuel tank||1.6 gal|
|Approx. dimensions (L x W x H)||24.5 x 14.9 x 19.3 in|
|Noise (lower limit)||52 dBA|
|Security||Low oil and overload protection|
|Other model numbers||EU3000iH1A|
Unlike many websites, we did our best to research each of the specs above. That being said, we are not immune to making the occasional mistake or omission. Should you notice any missing or incorrect values, don't hesitate to suggest improvements so we can address the issue.
Founded in 1948, the Japanese Honda Motor Company has gained notoriety for consistently producing top quality engines, motor-powered vehicles and devices. Over the years, the company has gained a strong reputation in the motorcycle, automobile, but also power tool industry. Honda’s power tool division has been producing power tools since 1953, including tillers, mowers, blowers, sprayers and of course, power generators. While the company has expanded globally and moved a majority of its production out of Japan into other Asian countries, Honda is to this day known as a legend among the generator manufacturers.
The Honda EU3000i Handi is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Honda generators, please consult Honda's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-770-497-6400.
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What can it power?
|Item||Running Watts||Starting Watts|
|At home||AC (10,000 BTU)||1500||2200|
|Refrigerator (energy star)||192||1192|
|Cell phone charger||20||20|
|Total||1982 W||2982 W|
|For camping||RV AC (11,000 BTU)||1010||1600|
|Total||2070 W||2660 W|
|Electric fence (25 miles)||250||250|
|Total||1730 W||2830 W|
What is the difference between the EU3000i Handi and the EU3000iH1A?
These model numbers refer to the same unit, but simply include more or less information regarding its specs, production batch, etc. Read how Honda name their generators.
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The total value of all cryptocurrencies in circulation reached $2 trillion on Wednesday (August 12) for the first time since May.
According to data provided by Coingecko, digital asset values peaked at $2.007 trillion on Wednesday.
Bitcoin, the largest and most influential cryptocurrency, accounted for 43.4% of the overall market, while Ethereum took 18.8% of the market share.
Bitcoin surged this week to a nearly three-month high as policy makers hashed out last-minute compromises over how to tax crypto assets. As of writing, a Bitcoin is $45,015.18.
Peer coins also benefited, with Dash, Ether and Litecoin, among others, each up at least 3%


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Wisconsin preview capsule
Last season: 15-18, missed NCAA Tournament for first time in 19 years.
Coach: Greg Gard.
Conference: Big Ten.
Who's gone: Reserve forwards Aaron Moesch and Andy Van Vliet (transferred to William & Mary).
Former University of Wisconsin men’s basketball player Andy Van Vliet will transfer to William & Mary.
Van Vliet, a 7-foot forward from Belgium, announced last month that he was leaving the Badgers after three seasons with the program. He averaged 2.5 points and 1.4 rebounds in 31 career games at UW.
Andy Van Vliet has decided to leave the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball program with a season of eligibility remaining.
The 7-foot junior forward from Belgium announced his decision Tuesday on Twitter, saying he met with the coaching staff last week and wants “to pursue my academic and athletic goals at another Division I school.”
Reserve F Andy Van Vliet transferring from Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Reserve forward Andy Van Vliet plans to transfer from Wisconsin after three years with the program.
Coach Greg Gard says the 7-foot jump-shooter was granted his release to explore a transfer on Tuesday.
Van Vliet appeared in 31 games over two seasons, averaging 3.4 points and 1.4 rebounds in 2017-18. He had career highs of 18 points and eight rebounds in the season opener against South Carolina State.
Wisconsin Badgers hang on to defeat Northwestern Wildcats 70-64 for third-straight win
ROSEMONT, Ill. – After he wrapped up some post-game interviews Thursday night, Andy Van Vliet turned to head back to the visiting locker room at Allstate Arena when his path was blocked.
In a matter of seconds, the junior forward on the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team was surrounded by a triple-team of young fans. Van Vliet was anything but annoyed; in fact, he had a smile plastered across his face as he posed for pictures.
Happ leads Wisconsin past Northwestern, 70-64
ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) — Ethan Happ's unique blend of skills is well-known throughout the Big Ten and beyond.
Andy Van Vliet's 3-point shooting had been buried deep on Wisconsin's bench.
Happ scored 19 points in another impressive all-around performance and Van Vliet had 14 in a surprise attack on Northwestern's zone defense as Wisconsin spoiled the Wildcats' Senior Night with a 70-64 victory on Thursday.
Badgers men’s basketball: Greg Gard more focused on his young team than first-year coach Pat Baldwin’s UW-Milwaukee squad
University of Wisconsin men’s basketball coach Greg Gard has been so consumed with his own team and its busy schedule he hasn’t been able to pay too much attention to one of his former teams.
Gard was an assistant at UW-Milwaukee for two seasons under Bo Ryan.
The Badgers (2-3) will try to snap a three-game losing streak when they host the Panthers (4-1) Friday night at the Kohl Center.
Badgers men’s basketball: Khalil Iverson capitalizes on Yale’s focus on Ethan Happ as Wisconsin cruises to victory
Khalil Iverson offered a reminder to future University of Wisconsin men’s basketball opponents that paying too much attention to teammate Ethan Happ comes with some risks.
“If teams are going to focus on Ethan and double-team him all the time, then the rest of us just have to make plays,” Iverson said after scoring a career-high 17 points to help the Badgers coast to an 89-61 win over Yale on Sunday night at the Kohl Center.
Iverson scores 17, Badgers overpower Yale in easy win
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Khalil Iverson, held scoreless in Wisconsin's season debut two days earlier, led the Badgers with 17 points Sunday as they cruised to an 89-61 win over Yale.
As with their season opener, the Badgers had four players in double figures, and Wisconsin (2-0) overpowered Yale (0-2) from the start.
The Bulldogs were again without senior captain Makai Mason, who missed all of last year and has yet to get in a game this season, and 6-foot, 9-inch Jordan Brunch.
Badgers men’s basketball: Andy Van Vliet helps lead Wisconsin to season-opening win over South Carolina State
After doing an interview at midcourt, Andy Van Vliet did a spin move away from the camera and walked away with a big smile on his face.
As he was leaving the court, the junior forward on the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team stopped to sign autographs for some kids and gave one of them his towel.
Revamped Wisconsin opens with 85-50 win over SC State
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Andy Van Vliet waited patiently for two years on the Wisconsin bench as older stars logged most of the minutes.
The 7-footer's time has finally arrived for the Badgers.
Van Vliet scored 18 points, Ethan Happ had 20 points and 11 rebounds, and Wisconsin opened a season of transition with an 85-50 win on Friday night over South Carolina State.
Badgers men’s basketball: Andy Van Vliet focused on finding role at Wisconsin
Two seasons into his career with the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team, Andy Van Vliet was unhappy and planning an escape.
Four months later, the junior forward is upbeat and optimistic about his future with the Badgers. Van Vliet is eager to continue his pursuit of a starting spot when UW officially begins practice for the 2017-18 season on Friday.
So, what changed? For starters, Van Vliet took a long, hard look in the mirror last spring and didn’t like what was staring back at him.
Badgers men’s basketball: Hot 3-point shooting carries Wisconsin to 2nd straight win of overseas trip
The University of Wisconsin men’s basketball team put on a 3-point shooting clinic Thursday during the second game of its international tour.
Junior forward Andy Van Vliet scored 14 points as the Badgers rolled to an 87-53 victory over the New Zealand Breakers in Tauranga, New Zealand.
UW went 15 of 27 from 3-point range (55.6 percent) and shot 49.3 percent overall to beat the Breakers for the second time in three days.
Wisconsin Preview Capsule
Last season: 22-13, lost in regional semifinals of NCAA Tournament.
Coach: Greg Gard.
Conference: Big Ten.
Who's gone: Little-used reserve G Jordan Smith.
Who's back: Almost everyone else, including top nine scorers. F Nigel Hayes (15.7 points) is the preseason player of year in the Big Ten; G Bronson Koenig (13.1 points) can hit clutch shots; and F Ethan Happ (12.4 points) worked on his jumper to complement a strong inside game.


Scattered storms will develop into the afternoon hours and a few could be strong or severe. High winds and hail will be the main impacts.
We're learning more about a driver involved in a deadly school bus crash in Pendleton County.
A Cincinnati TV station reports the driver of the dump truck that hit the bus had been previously cited for breaking federal driving rules.
Francisco Yulfo was cited in February in western Kentucky, for driving more hours than federal laws allow.
He has not been cited for last Thursday's crash that killed 16-year-old Daniel Wood. Wood's parents filed a lawsuit against the company that owns the dump truck.


The Macdonald Campus Library is located in the Barton Building.
The library’s services and collections support teaching, learning and research by staff and students in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, the School of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, the Bieler School of Environment, the Institute of Parasitology, three major research centres, the Morgan Arboretum and the Macdonald Farm.
The library’s collections of over 100 000 volumes encompass a wide variety of electronic and print resources in agriculture, food and animal science, nutrition, the environment, ecology, plant science, and agricultural engineering.
Macdonald Campus of McGill University opened in 1907 to offer science degrees in Agriculture and Household Science, and a diploma in Education. Macdonald has been the main location for materials in agriculture and food science since then, although some aspects of the subjects are also collected in other McGill libraries. Agriculture is a highly interdisciplinary science which draws on biology, medicine, chemistry, soil science, various branches of engineering, climatology, food technology, the environmental sciences, economics, management and numerous other fields, resulting in a broad range of materials. A number of core books and journals available on the downtown campus are collected at Macdonald as well, but other items are located on one campus and shared. The entomology collection became a particular strength in 1965 when the special Lyman collection was added to the existing holdings.


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No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Limited spots are available.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM - anytime.
Checkout is at noon.
Situated in Dongguan, this hotel is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lixiang Wetland Park, Liu's Ancestral House of Song Dynasty and Dongguan Songshanhu Central Park. Eighteen Yellow Ancient Tombs and Liaobu Square are also within 9 miles (15 km).


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Are you tired of wearing the same old boring T-shirts? Do you want to add some style to your wardrobe? Then it’s time to get your hands on stylish Pappy T-shirts! These T-shirts are perfect for those who want to look trendy while staying comfortable. With a variety of designs and colors available, you’re sure to find one that suits your style. In this comparison blog article, we’ll take a closer look at what makes these T-shirts so special and why you should consider adding them to your collection.
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In conclusion, Pappy T-shirts are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to add some style and comfort to their wardrobe. With high-quality material, various designs, colors, and sizes, and affordable prices, they are suitable for everyone. Additionally, the brand reputation, user experience, and customer service ensure that you will have a satisfying shopping experience. Don’t hesitate to get your hands on stylish Pappy T-shirts now!
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Are you interested in getting your hands on stylish Pappy T-shirts? If so, you’re not alone! Here are some of the top questions people ask about these trendy shirts:
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Pappy T-shirts are available from a variety of retailers and online stores, including the official Pappy Van Winkle website. You can also check with your local clothing stores or specialty shops to see if they carry these popular shirts.

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Urban water extraction from high-resolution remote sensing image is one of important aspects for regional-urban environment research. However, the past researches mainly centered upon moderate and low resolution image, water body in open country and global scale for water extraction, which can't achieve better performance. To solve those problems, an adaptive method to extract urban water was proposed based on local iteration using high-resolution remote sensing image. In each iteration, segmented buffers were constructed with adaptive length and radius to exploit information in local scale, and also spatial consistency was token into account for an improvement of local classification. Experiments demonstrated that the proposed method was applicable in urban water extraction from high-resolution image.


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Do you like the new DOJ website look?
The bottom image is the older Department of Justice website masthead...the black one at the top is the new one. Strange, don't you think? Gone are the stars and stripes...........The screen shot below is from 2008. The new top website information has this quote: "The common law is the will of mankind, issuing from the life of the people." (except in the case of Prop 8 in California, of course) It's a quote from C Wilfred Jenks, who was a leading proponent of the international law movement of the 1930's, which had as its goal the imposition of a global common law and which backed global workers' rights. SURPRISE!
WHAT IS GOING ON, folks? And what exactly was wrong with the original masthead?


The United States received useful information from Iranian nuclear scientist Shahram Amiri who decided to return to Iran this week, a U.S. official said on Wednesday.
"We got useful information from him, and the Iranians got Amiri. Ask yourself who got the better deal," the official said on condition of anonymity.
Amiri, who Tehran claims was abducted by the United States, took refuge on Tuesday at the Pakistani embassy in Washington and asked to return to his homeland, U.S. and Iranian officials said.
Amiri was on Wednesday heading for an official welcome in Iran in a murky tale that goes to the heart of U.S.-Iranian mistrust.
Iran has accused the CIA of kidnapping Amiri, who worked for Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, a year ago in Saudi Arabia. Washington denied abducting Amiri and said he had been free to leave the United States but did not say why he was there.
Iran is locked in a dispute with the United States and its allies over Tehran's nuclear program, which the West says is designed to produce nuclear weapons and Iranian officials say aims to generate power.
Three months after Amiri's disappearance, Iran disclosed the existence of a hitherto-secret uranium enrichment site, near the Shi'ite holy city of Qom.
Contradicting the American account that Amiri had been in the United States of his own free will, Amiri on Wednesday painted a dramatic picture of a cloak-and-dagger operation to abduct him.
"While I was on the pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, a car offered me a lift...a gun was pointed at me as soon as I got in the car," Amiri told state television. "Then I was drugged ... I was transferred to America by a military plane."
Iran's Foreign Ministry said Amiri, who surfaced at the Iranian interests section of the Pakistani embassy in Washington on Monday, was now on his way back to Iran.
"With the effective cooperation of Pakistan's embassy in Washington, a few minutes ago Shahram Amiri left American soil and is heading back to Iran via a third country," spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said on television.
Another ministry official, Hasan Qashqavi, said Amiri was travelling via Qatar. "He will be welcomed by officials at Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport on Thursday," he said, according to state TV.
Amiri is provisionally expected to land at roughly 2300 GMT (Wednesday).
Iran said the Foreign Ministry would pursue Amiri's case through legal and diplomatic channels to nail down what part the U.S. government played in the saga.
The State Department said the United States did not kidnap Amiri, but it has not addressed whether another country might have abducted him and turned him over.
A man identifying himself as Amiri has variously said in recent videos that he was kidnapped and tortured; that he was studying in the United States; and that he had fled U.S. agents and wanted human rights groups to help him return to Iran.
Amiri was quoted by Iranian state TV on Tuesday as saying: "My kidnapping was a disgraceful act for America."
Intelligence about the Iranian nuclear program is at a premium for the United States, which fears that a nuclear-armed Iran would threaten its close ally, Israel, as well as oil supplies from the Gulf, and friendly nations in Europe.
Asked why Amiri was going back, a U.S. official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said: "He may well be feeling some pressure from back home. The
Iranians aren't beyond using family to influence people. That could be one explanation for his contradictory messages."
He also sought to cast doubt on Amiri's account, saying the fact that he had been free to make videos and to leave undercut his claim of coercion.
Amiri said he would reveal more details on his arrival in Iran. "I have a very long and detailed story ... I have explained some key parts in the footage broadcast in the past."


SiC Intelligent Power Modules & Inverter Platform by CISSOID: Unveiled at APEC 2023 with Silicon Mobility solution
Our partner, CISSOID, will be exhibiting their SiC Intelligent Power Modules & SiC Inverter platform at the upcoming APEC (Applied Power Electronic Conference) event next week, which proudly incorporates our OLEA solution. We are thrilled about this collaboration as it addresses a highly expected need from automotive players and many other industries in the electrification transition: an intelligent power module that enables system engineers to achieve substantial improvements in size, weight, and efficiency for motor drives.
If you’re interested, we encourage you to visit booth 821 to learn more and meet with the experts from CISSOID.
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Have you ever been to a presentation that bored you, so you looked around and saw people typing in their phones, or worse – chatting? I don’t know whom you were listening to, but I can be sure it was not a leader.
It is often said that a leader needs to be able to engage people in the stories of success and build a corporate culture with the support of such stories. One good example on how to do that, is the one Sharlyn Lauby , founder of HRbartender.com , shared with her readers.
Although her suggestions are meant for HR professionals, it very illustrative for all leaders, because the thing that leaders and HR professionals have in common is that they should communicate both facts and emotion related to business situations.
So, here are the components that make a compelling business story, according to Sharlyn:
- It has the metrics and numbers needed to justify your position.
- It includes an anecdote that makes it memorable.
- It’s communicated well.
Sharlyn reminds us that we need to tell the stories in an accurate and succinct manner. And don’t forget: the more comfortable you are; the more confident you sound .
To read the entire blog post visit: https://goo.gl/DqHQOu .


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As interest rates increase, what effect will this have on your company’s cash flow? The costs of carrying excess inventory will be increasing as well, impacting your company’s bottom line. SAFIO Solutions helps companies identify their unproductive inventory, determine optimal inventory levels and increase their turnover rates. One company was able to increase their turn from 6.0 to 8.2, by acting on the indicators. This represents an estimated 27% reduction in actual inventory resulting in better cash flow and a savings on the interest of carrying that excess inventory plus your other costs.
Carrying costs of inventory are the total costs of purchasing, housing, handling and accounting for depreciation of inventory. It is commonly accepted that inventory carrying costs represent about 25-30% of the inventory value on hand.
Carrying costs can be divided into three different types of costs:
- Capital costs
- Non-capital costs
- Inventory risk costs
Capital costs are typically the largest portion of total carrying costs. Capital costs represent the cash that is being tied up in the inventory. These costs include the money spent on the inventory, interest paid on the purchase, and the opportunity cost of the money invested in the inventory rather than other investments like mutual funds, etc. Another capital cost that is incurred, although it may be more difficult to measure, is the cost of investing in inventory rather than other areas of the company. The Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) formula can be used to determine capital costs.
Another one of SAFIO Solutions’ clients was able to save $1 million by reducing the number of SKUs they carried. Through use of SAFIO Solutions’ forecasting application, this company gained visibility to their inventory and were able to determine which SKUs were unproductive and needed to be discontinued.
Non-capital costs consist of the costs associated with inventory storage space and inventory services. Theses costs include the mortgage or lease of the warehouse, depreciation of the warehouse, insurance, utilities, security, staff, equipment, and maintenance. There are also costs related to inventory control, including handling and technology, such as an inventory management system.
Inventory risk costs
Inventory risk costs vary depending on the type of product that is being held. Some products are perishable (e.g. food), some become obsolete quickly (e.g. technology). These products will have higher costs than other products. Accounting must be done for depreciation. A write-down of inventory occurs when the stock has not sold, but the market value has fallen below purchase price. A write-off occurs when the inventory is no longer sellable. Inventory risk costs also include insurance of the inventory, taxes, and shrinkage. Shrinkage can be a result of administrative errors, theft, or damage.
SAFIO Solutions’ Sales Analysis and Forecasting Tool© enables companies to better forecast sales, allowing companies to carry just enough inventory to cover vendor lead times, thus minimizing these inventory risk costs.
With the increase in interest rates, carrying costs can rise even more for a company. For this reason, it is imperative that companies optimize their inventory levels now. The inventory carrying cost savings a company can realize by using inventory optimization software can offset the costs of the tools in a short amount of time. Let SAFIO Solutions be your solution!

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