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So much has happened since my last post about disappointment. I’m not ready to share the details, but if you know me at all, you know it’s been a difficult summer. Instead of writing about that right now, I’m sharing some ideas that I might eventually make sense of, too. Let me know if any of them sound interesting.
Handwritten essay drafts in various notebooks:
Stevie Nicks as the Fairy Godmother of Rock
The Evolution of Baby in Dirty Dancing
My favorite summer spot
Essay/story/joke ideas in Notes on my phone:
Dolly Parton and football
What NOT to say to someone who’s just lost a loved one
Play it where it lies
Always Duckie, Never Andie
Talking to girls about Rob Sheffield
We will be fine. Your friends will be fine. It will be OK. I promise. (Did I lie?) 11/8/16 10:52pm
Rites of passage: So many of my firsts were disappointing
Every boy she has a crush on is dying … crushed under the weight of her infatuation.
The best of the era in music. The worst of the era in racism. Alabama.
If women are so powerful that we can control men’s thoughts through such a mundane thing as our clothes, don’t you think we’d have given them better thoughts? Like … “Let’s pay women the same as men for the same job!” “Don’t rape!” “Let’s take half our corporate profits and feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, make sure a great education is free for all kids, and provide for our veterans!” “Love who you love!” “Women can make their own reproductive decisions!”

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Sephora is helping J.C. Penney change the cosmetics trade in the United States.
The department store chain opened a Sephora shop within its Westfield North County store in Escondido last week, the latest in what will be 230 such shops in 1,110 Penney stores nationwide by year end to carry the European line of cosmetics.
Sephora was founded in 1969 in France. Now it is part of the Paris-based Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy Group; the company operates 515 stores in 14 countries.
The in-store Sephora departments are part of J.C. Penney's strategy to use the renowned cosmetics shop to improve its image a tad and draw new customers.
Penney also liked Sephora's strategy of allowing customers to try all its products and to bring them back for a refund if they decide later they don't like them.
Installing Sephora in its stores has been a very good strategy for the retailer, said George Whalen, a Carlsbad-based retail consultant.
Sephora brings different customers into the store and makes Penney more competitive with drugstores, which have greatly improved their cosmetics sections in recent years, forcing department stores to boost their cosmetics sections, he said.
Irvine-based shopping center consultant Greg Stoffel agreed.
Sephora broadens Penney's customer base and "gives them more credibility in terms of fashion," he said.
Penney's Sephora departments encompass about 1,500 square feet, about a third the size of many of the free-standing Sephora stores in the United States.
Still, the Sephora shop at Penney's in the Westfield North County mall stocks hundreds of items, among them a $24 shampoo that is "humidity blocking, weightlessly hydrating and sulfate free."
Penney decided its previous cosmetics offerings were perceived as low-end drugstore level, said John Pollack, manager of the Escondido store. "This is upper-end stuff," he said.
A spokeswoman for the Plano, Texas-based retailer said Sephora sales are three times higher per square foot than for the rest of the store. Last year, Penney sales totaled $17.6 billion, the company reported.
Moreover, the company said Sephora has drawn in new customers.
Carol Pollins of Escondido was among those new customers last week at the Penney store at Westfield North County. Looking good is important at the country club where she works, she said, as a Sephora saleswoman applied primers, foundation, concealer and eye accents. Pollins said she had never used products from Sephora, but appeared to have become a convert.
"It glides on really pearly," she said. "It feels really good."
Darlena Reyes of Rancho Bernardo also pronounced herself pleased with the green eye makeup a Sephora saleswoman had applied.
"I like makeup to be bold and bright," she said.
Darlena is 11 and said she plans to spend cash her grandmother gave her on cosmetics from Sephora.
Her mother, Darlene, said she liked Sephora's try-it-first policy.
Sephora also sells lines of men's skin care items, but only 15 percent of customers are men, the company said.
Call staff writer Jeff Rowe at 760-740-5417.
CORRECTION: Temecula Sephora store free-standing
This story has been modified to reflect that the Sephora store at The Promenade mall in Temecula is a free-standing store. It is not part of the J.C. Penney store in that mall.


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UPDATE: Hasbro (HAS) Tops Q4 EPS by 29c
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) reported Q4 EPS of $1.24, $0.29 better than the analyst estimate of $0.95. Revenue for the quarter came in at $1.43 billion versus the consensus estimate of $1.44 billion.
Fourth Quarter 2019
- Net revenues increased 3% to $1.43 billion, including an unfavorable $13.0 million impact of foreign exchange;
- Operating profit increased to $190.4 million or 13.3% of revenues; Adjusted operating profit of $208.2 million, or 14.6% of revenues, excluding $17.8 million of costs associated with the eOne acquisition;
- Reported net earnings for the fourth quarter 2019 were $267.3 million or $2.01 per diluted share; Adjusted net earnings of $164.8 million, or $1.24 per diluted share, excluding after-tax net gains of $102.5 million, or $0.77 per diluted share.
“The global Hasbro team delivered a good year and achieved key objectives we set for 2019. We profitably grew revenues across regions absent foreign exchange supported by the successful execution of our channel strategy; we delivered growth in MAGIC: THE GATHERING driven by the successful launch of Arena and we executed at a high level during the holiday season," said Brian Goldner, Hasbro’s chairman and chief executive officer. "Our acquisition of Entertainment One accelerates our Brand Blueprint strategy and significantly expands our expertise and capabilities as a global play and entertainment company. Our teams are actively engaged to unlock value across our organization - in gaming, in toys, in consumer products and in entertainment."
“Our teams worked extremely hard and executed at a high level this holiday, driving fourth quarter and full-year revenue and profit growth while also diversifying our supply chain and preparing to close a major acquisition,” said Deborah Thomas, Hasbro’s chief financial officer. "We are strongly positioned to continue investing in long-term drivers of the business, including brand innovation, gaming and entertainment, as we also focus on returning to our stated gross Debt to EBITDA target of 2.0 to 2.5X over the next 3 to 4 years."
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I think fate must've brought me here 'cause I fell over this tape on Discogs by accident while looking for something else entirely. It features some of the recordings that I made myself back in the late 80s and early 90s, or recordings that I encouraged others to share with me and have contributed to the internet over the past 16 years, including the ad for Smithy's Takeaway from Black FM. It even features my own voice, but I'm not telling which clip it is :) Check thepiratearchive.net for more.
Favorite track: Side A.
Cassette edition of Death Is Not The End's contribution to the Blowing Up The Workshop mix series.
"A trip across the frequencies of Bristol's pirate radio stations via cut-ups of broadcasts, taken from the late 1980s to the early 2000s ~ also a love-letter to my childhood, an audio document of the years I spent growing up in the city."

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5 Things To Know About A Caesarean Delivery
We present to you five essential things you need to know about a C-Section.
C section is the way to go!
You will have a scar - Well there's nothing you can do about this. But your doctors sure can. With new tech available scars can be minimised and are almost untraceable after the surgery. But the scarred tissue might feel numb for some time. You can only wait for the feeling to return.
You can have a Vaginal delivery for another child - We've advanced medically and in the field of science. Earlier it used to be a harsh truth, that after a C section your body won't be able to handle a vaginal delivery, but now doctors actually propose the vaginal procedure to go after a C section.
Recovery time varies - C section requires a longer recovery period than a natural birth. After a successful vaginal delivery, there are minimal chances of post-op complications, and most of the new mothers return back to their old selves within one to two weeks. But if you've had a C section. The time period could be one or two months.
It is sometimes safer - Most of the times it is predetermined that a woman will have to opt for a C-section even before the surgery. For example, if you have twins a C section is a far safer option to go for. Certain medical complications also become the reason why you might have to go for a C section.
They don't make you less of a mom - There's was too much negativity for this procedure without any justifications. You don't have to remain technologically primitive or endanger the birth of your child to approve what others think of your motherhood. You took a blade for your child while undergoing surgery, it doesn't get much cooler than that.
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The Kisatchie National Forest offers several opportunities for visitors to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of Central Louisiana. Groups can view or stop at recreation areas, view endangered species or geologic sites, or participate in tree identification. The national forest includes Kincaid Recreation Area, Valentine Lake Recreation Area, and the Wild Azalea Trail. Hours: Recreation Areas Open Daily Cost: Fees vary depending on location
Built in 1924, this high school has been completely restored and is on the National Historic Register. It includes a farm museum, war memorial, library, a veteran's memorial room, more than 2,000 historic photographs, and Louisiana History Museum. Lecompte High School Hours: Open by appointment only Cost: Free Admission
Find out why Louisiana did not have dinosaurs. Learn about Jim Bowie and the Frontier, area men and the Civil War, the construction of Bailey's Dam, and more! Housed in a National Historic Register Building, this extensive genealogical resource includes colonial archives and French and Spanish records for the Louisiana territory. Forty large exhibits focusing on Central Louisiana can be seen in the Musum. Louisiana History Museum Hours: Closed Sunday and Monday; Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Cost: Free Admission
Built as a replica WWII barracks, this museum houses memorabilia and artifacts from the WWII era, as well as WWI and earlier time periods. View life size military vehicles, authentic military uniforms, and historic pieces from the home front. The Museum is located on Camp Beauregard, an active military base. Louisiana Maneuvers & Military Museum Hours: Closed Saturday-Monday; Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm Cost: Free Admission
Mt. Olivet Chapel is the oldest standing structure in Pineville. During the Civil War, the chapel was used as headquarters for the Union Army, and was therefore spared from the burning of Alexandria. The Cemetery is the second oldest in the area. The names of early pioneers and prominent citizens of hte area cna be found on the tombstones. Mt. Olivet Chapel & Cemetery Hours: Tours by appointment Cost: Free Admission
The Northup Trail allows visitors to follow the path of Solomon Northup during his 12 years as a slave in Central Louisiana. Solomon arrived in Alexandria on the steamer Rodolf in 1841. From there, he took the train south to Lamourie where he disembarked and walked to William Prince Ford’s plantation by foot. So his journey began in central Louisiana. The trail follows his path through Rapides and Avoyelles Parishes and visits sites such as the Red River landing where Northup disembarked the Rodolf, the Epps House, the Bunkie Depot, and the Avoyelles Parish Courthouse.
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The only museum in Louisiana dedicated to municipal government. Located on Main Street in Pineville, the Museum was once home to all of Pineville's city offices, including the fire station, city court, jail, library, mayor's office, judge's chambers, police department, and utilities office. In addition the court room served as a public library and Driver's License Bureau when court was not in session. Hours: Closed Saturday and Sunday; Monday-Friday 8am-Noon, and by appoinment Cost: Free Admission
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This visual arts and crafts center features two facilities: the Bolton House (1899) and the new studio annex building. It is home to more than 30 resident artists with a combination of activities including workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and special events. Visitors also have the opportunity to visit with the artists as they work. River Oaks Square Arts Center Cost: Free Admission
Home of the History Channel hit Cajun Pawn Stars. The store includes pieces of history, such as the hearse that carried Martin Luther King Jr., and pieces of cinematic history, such as a prop rope from the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean". You will definitely want to make this a stop during your stay in town! Hours: Closed Sunday; Monday-Saturday 8:30am-5:30pm Cost: Free admission

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I had no idea this little gem even existed. Not only that, but it’s by the same chaps as Kirby’s Dream Land. Even without knowing that, I think I could have guessed – the music and sound are reminiscent, and even your tank resembles Kirby. Sort of. Even the end sequence is the same as Dedede chasing Kirby, trying to pounce on him.
But before that, the game.
You drive a cute wee tank and shoot other cute tanks and trucks and things. There are bosses, power ups, hidden stuff (blow up everything!) and it’s really quite fun. Spinning your turret round is a minor pain (you can only do it clockwise), but never really annoying. There’s a fair bit of slowdown, but that’s to be expected given how busy it can get with lots of enemies, bullets and explosions, and this is only a Game Boy, remember.
Did they ever make a follow up to Trax? Because I’d love to see one, perhaps with better turret spinning!
I seem to recall, back in the day, that although the film Hudson Hawk was utterly dire, the games based on it for various platforms were actually rather good. The Game Boy version, which I decided to play today for no specific reason, wasn’t fantastic as it turned out, but was reasonably playable.
Hudson Hawk is a platformer (because of course it is – pretty much all film licences at the time were), where Bruce Willis throws balls at things and steals paintings. There are two puzzles in the entire game, both really quite simple, and aside from not being able to see very far ahead of you (making some baddie appearances a bit of a surprise), the whole game was surprisingly easy. And short. It’s a very short game, especially since the first mission is longer than the other two combined, giving you a false sense it’ll be a much bigger than it was.
You must defeat Kenneth Masters to stand a chance.
There’s no way that Street Fighter Alpha, Capcom’s CPS II based arcade fighting game, would be any good on the Game Boy Colour: A system not just lacking in buttons, but also roughly one ten-millionth as powerful. It’d be like expecting Elite Dangerous to run on a Speak and Spell. And yet, here it is, surprisingly well turned out.
It doesn’t have all the moves, characters or backgrounds. The animation isn’t as fluid (but for a Game Boy title it’s pretty damn good) and the sound effects are limited at best – not least in there’s no speech – but it feels and plays like a Street Fighter game. Most importantly, Ken is Ken, with all his special moves intact and he is best. Ken is always best.
Since Ken is best, it’s him I used to complete the game and in doing so found one major difference between this version of Street Fighter Alpha and the Saturn one I used to play so much: the Game Boy Colour port is incredibly easy. I only lost one round in the whole game (versus Birdie, if that matters) and even that was close. Final “boss” Ryu was a complete walkover.
Crawfish have worked miracles with the GBC hardware to pull this game off. They did it again with the Game Boy Advance port of Street Fighter Alpha 3 too (which I also played, briefly, a few days ago) but somehow that endeavour seems more feasible. At least the GBA is a 32bit sprite-pumping powerhouse to begin with, whereas the GBC is a calculator. Incredible.
This is really more than a bit good, isn’t it? I mean, it’s a bit like Mario 64 in that each level has to be completed multiple times to get different treasures in different ways, but obviously in 2D. And it’s more puzzley. But the idea is still the same.
I’ve collected about half the treasures so far, and opened up quite a few levels meaning I was wrong with the 4-levels-per-world statement in my last post. At least one world now has 6! I only have 2 or 3 (it’s difficult to tell on the screen) bits of the musical box though.
Hello! No, I’m not dead. I’ve just had no time to game, no unpacked consoles to game on, and no internet access to update my diary even if I did have both of those.
For reasons I don’t really understand, I started playing this yesterday. On an actual Game Boy Colour as well! How exciting! I’d never played it before, but have played, and completed, the second and fourth games in the series and enjoyed them. This is more like the second, as it doesn’t have the silly race-out-the-level Wario Land 4 had, and is the better for it.
There seem to be 4 worlds, with 4 levels in each world, and 4 treasures to get in each level. So far, I’m on World 3, having got at least one treasure on each level so far. I don’t know if it’s necessary to do the lot to complete the game, but we’ll see!
Another day, another completed Castlevania! So this was a fair bit easier than the last one, although there was a tricky bit near the end with ropes that move up and down and then change direction, with the cogs on either end killing you.
The end-of-Dracula’s-castle boss wasn’t Dracula, but Solieyu Belmont, the son of the main character (Christopher Belmont). He was under Dracula’s power, or something, and was actually bloody hard to kill, what with his whip and stuff.
But kill him I did, and then it was the shortest of short levels before I had Dracula himself to kill. He was pretty easy, once I’d figured out you had to whip him in the face.
No sooner was the first GB Castlevania over and done with, I moved straight onto the sequel. And guess what? It’s ace. Not Aria of Sorrow ace, or even Super Castlevania IV ace, but it’s certainly waaaaay better than The Castlevania Adventure. Yeah, so it’s still slow (although not quite as slow), but it’s easier (so far), not jerky, has more detailed graphics and there aren’t any pixel-perfect jumps! BEST.
You have four castles to tackle, before moving on to a fifth, housing (I assume) Dracula. I’ve already completed the first four, finding them fun to play and not console-smashingly impossible, and the bosses are much better too.
And the game has a password system, so I can stop and continue later. Which I will do!
Oh my! Only four levels? Just as well as if there were any more, things may have been broken on purpose.
Level 3 is the real killer. The spikes are really rather hard to get past. Once you do, however, the rest of the game is pretty easy in comparison. The boss at the end of Level 3 was some sort of Harpy, who was easy to dodge, and then it was on to Level 4. It looked like there was going to be a SuckySuck(TM) bit, with all the previous bosses one after another, but thankfully it was just the first one. Again. And again. And again. I must have killed him about ten times on this level alone.
After some more spikey bits (which were actually pretty easy), I finally made it to Dracula. And killed him on my second attempt. He turns into a bat after you die, but thankfully he’s not too difficult.
So that’s the first Game Boy game I’ve completed in years, and the 9th game this year so far. And the 5th Castlevania title this year too. I’ve got the second Game Boy Castlevania lined up now too!
This has to be the slowest, hardest, most irritating game ever made. Ever. Your character (Simon? It doesn’t tell you) moves as a snails pace. You have no subweapons. You can’t jump very far (and the game is full of pixel-perfect jumps), you only have three lives, often when you die you go back miles, and the whole game jerks and judders all over the place.
So I spent AGES trying to get past the Stepping Stones of Doom (pixel-perfect jumps) near the end of Level 1, and finally made it. Then Level 2 threw up some heads that spit balls which aren’t nice, and boomerang men, before finally making me kill a load of moles. Which I eventually managed. But since when did Dracula have moles?! Bats and zombies and rabid dogs, yes. Moles?
Now I’ve just got past an awful forced-scrolling vertical run-from-the-spikes bit, only to think “Phew!”, and then have another forced-scrolling horizontal run-from-the-spikes bit. With pixel-perfect jumps! Hurrah!
I’m this close to smashing the game into a billion pieces.

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Campaign operatives for presidential candidate Bernie Sanders herded likely voters into a waterfront warehouse near Baltimore’s Fort McHenry this week to determine if it is finally safe for Democrats to use racial profiling on a national scale.
“We used to say racial profiling was evil,” said a staffer who requested anonymity. “This year, if we can convince voters that every white person is a terrorist, we might have a chance.”
Sanders, backed by powerful lights borrowed from CNN, questioned the voters one by one.
“Is it safe?” the senator asked. “Is it safe?”
Some witnesses said they had no idea what Sanders was talking about, but that he seemed harmless enough. Others said the senator threatened them with dental tools if they didn’t tell him what he wanted to know.
Campaign officials said they’re convinced that 60% of the country are White Nationalists, and that torture could be the only way to find out the truth.
“He asked me if loved America,” said Billy Joe Bob, “but I told him I was voting for Elizabeth Warren and he let me go. I heard screams when the next guy said real Americans love Chick-fil-A.”
Given his difficult loss in 2016, experts say it’s critical for Bernie to know just how far he can push the White Supremacy talking point. Insiders even say that Barack Obama could license his Truth Team to the Sanders campaign for a suitable fee.

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While many members of the community are unaware of Nugget’s fate, EastEnders fans are aware that he is safe and (kind of) well.
The evidence seems to be mounting that the missing adolescent is truly dead, which has Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) in a state of fear.
This will grow worse in later moments as belongings are discovered, but Ravi is not giving up on his kid.
Ravi feels worse than ever when the police tell him they will sift the water for evidence after discovering Nugget’s phone alongside the canal.
Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal), who is in contact with the child, surreptitiously calls Nugget and begs him to inform Ravi that he is alive since she feels sorry for her adversary.
Ravi receives the text from Nugget letting him know he is safe after he returns from another night of seeking.
Another setback occurs as Vinny (Shiv Jalota) speculates that the police might be able to locate Nugget.
When the cops say that this may be a fake, Ravi is devastated and thinks he’s back where he started.
In the Square Gardens, Denzel organizes a vigil for Nugget with all of his pals present. Ravi believes it is useless, but Suki and Vinny insist it may bring Nugget home.
Viewers are aware that Nugget will ultimately return to the Square and be accompanied by two family members who will drop yet more news on the distraught father as Ravi continues to suffer.
His hidden daughter Avani and his ex-girlfriend Priya show up at his door.
It wasn’t the greatest of times for the former couple to separate, and since then, Ravi has kept kid Nugget away from Priya (Sophie Khan Levy).
However, it turns out that Nugget wasn’t their only kid; in the scenes to come, Ravi learns that he also has a daughter called Avani, whom Priya chose not to tell him about when she became pregnant.
Ravi was therefore denied the chance to see Avani’s development, and the repercussions of this realization sent shockwaves through his whole universe.
EastEnders manager Chris Clenshaw teased the newcomers, saying: “We’re excited to introduce Priya and Avani, two women guaranteed to cause big drama in Albert Square.”
Although not much is known about Ravi and Priya’s failed relationship, she represents a significant gap in his background.
“The news that he has another child will shock Ravi, and he is going to have a difficult time adjusting to it in his life,” the author writes. We’re thrilled to have Sophie and Aaliyah join the EastEnders clan.
Ravi feels as though things are going to get much more challenging.
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Russell Baker, Pulitzer Prize winner and former NY Times columnist, dead at 93
YEREVAN, JANUARY 23, ARMENPRESS. American humorist, writer, Pulitzer Prize winner Russell Baker has passed away at the age of 93, Associated Press reported.
Allen Baker told The Associated Press that his father died on Monday from complications after a fall.
Russell Baker won Pulitzer Prizes in 1979 for the “Observer,” the New York Times column he wrote for 35 years, and in 1983 for his autobiography “Growing Up.”
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|Publication number||US7382778 B2|
|Application number||US 10/751,719|
|Publication date||Jun 3, 2008|
|Filing date||Jan 5, 2004|
|Priority date||Jan 5, 2004|
|Also published as||US20050147097|
|Publication number||10751719, 751719, US 7382778 B2, US 7382778B2, US-B2-7382778, US7382778 B2, US7382778B2|
|Inventors||Amalavoyal Chari, Devabhaktuni Srikrishna|
|Original Assignee||Tropos Networks, Inc.|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (7), Referenced by (28), Classifications (16), Legal Events (5)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
The invention relates generally to communication networks. More particularly, the invention relates to communication link layer emulation.
Packet networking is a form of data communication in which data packets are routed from a source device to a destination device. Packets can be networked directly between a source node and a destination node, or the packets can be relayed through a number of intermediate nodes. The packets generally include a source address, a destination address and a payload.
In some situations, it may be desirable to implement a network with layer three devices. Generally, a layer two device and layer two networks transparently bridge data packets without altering MAC or IP header fields of the data packets, whereas layer three devices generally alter MAC header fields of data packets passing through the layer three devices. The altering of MAC headers of data packets can present problems when interfacing a layer two device with a layer three network.
It is desirable to have a layer three network that allows a network device connected to the network to perceive the network as a transparent bridge. The network device should perceive a client connected to the network, to be connected directly to the network device.
The invention includes an apparatus and method for emulating a layer two network. An embodiment of the invention includes a network of at least one router. The network includes a data packet address translator. The data packet address translator manipulates address information of data packets routed by the network, so that a network device connected to the network perceives the network to be a bridge. One embodiment of the network includes wireless mesh network that is wirelessly connectable to a client.
Other aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrating by way of example the principles of the invention.
As shown in the drawings for purposes of illustration, the invention is embodied in link layer emulation. More specifically, the invention can include emulating a layer two network, so that a network device connected to a layer three network, perceives that layer three network as a transparent bridge.
The clients 220, 222, 224 can consist of a laptop computer, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a cell-phone, or any other device that includes an interface card adaptable for use with the networks of the invention.
The network device 210 can include any directly-upstream networking device (DUND). Exemplary DUNDs include routers, authentication gateways and switches. Generally, the network device 210 provides the client access to an internet or intranet network. The internet is a global network connecting millions of computers, in which control of the network is decentralized. Generally, each internet computer is independent, and referred to as a host. The intranet is generally a network belonging to an organization that is only accessible by authorized members of the organization. Generally, the intranet includes a firewall that surrounds the intranet to fend off unauthorized users.
Generally, client devices communicate with hosts on the internet or intranet. An upsteam direction can be defined to be the direction away from a client device, whereas a downstream direction can be defined to be the direction towards a client device. A network device that is upstream of the network is defined as an upstream device. A network device that is downstream of the network is defined as a downstream device.
One example of a DUND is an authentication gateway. The authentication gateway provides authentication, authorization and accounting of client devices. Before a client can gain access to network resources provided by the DUND, the client must be authenticated by the authentication gateway. Many authentication protocols exist, including Radius, Diameter, etc.
Generally, the authentication gateway identifies the client devices based on the IP address of the client, or the MAC address of the client. Authentication based on the MAC address of a client can be problematic when interfacing a layer two DUND with a layer three network because the MAC address information of a client is not preserved when data packets of the client are routed through a layer three network.
The network 230 can be as simple as a single router, or the network 230 can include a mesh network that includes many routers. One example of a mesh network includes a wireless mesh network that can be wirelessly or wired connected to the clients 220, 222, 224. The wireless mesh network can include routers in the form of wireless access nodes. The wireless access nodes can provide wireless connectivity between access nodes, and to mobile clients.
A gateway is a network entity that maintains an address mapping table for each client. As will be described, the address mapping table generally includes a MAC-IP address mapping for the client devices. A gateway can service several access nodes, or a gateway can be an access node. In this case, the gateway generally includes one or many more downlink interfaces. An embodiment includes the gateway being an edge router between wired and wireless networks. An access node is a router that is directly connected (or connected through a layer two network) to one or more client devices.
The gateway 440 includes a MAC address translator (MAT) 441. The MAT 441 provides manipulation of the MAC addresses of data packets being routed by the network 430. Link layer emulation by the gateway 440 (as provided by the MAT) provides that each packet sourced from a client device 420, 422, 424 and routed through the network 430 is received by the network device 410 with a MAC address that is the client devices MAC address. That is, the packet is received by the network device 410 with the client MAC address as the source MAC address, as happens when the network 430 includes layer two devices rather than layer three devices, or if one of the client devices 420, 422, 424 is directly connected to the network device 410. Additionally, the network device 410 can use the actual destination MAC address of the receiving client device 420, 422, 424 when sending packets to the client device 420, 422, 424. The packets are received by the gateway 440 and forwarded through the layer three network to the correct client device 420, 422, 424. If the network device 410 issues an ARP (address resolution protocol) request to resolve a MAC address corresponding to the IP address of a client device, the gateway 440 responds on behalf of the client device with the correct MAC address of the client device.
Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
The ARP protocol is a method for mapping an IP address to a corresponding MAC address. When a network device, such as a router receives a packet in which the destination IP address is not that of a local interface, the network device makes a forwarding decision. In the event that a direct route exists in the router's (network device) route table (indicating that the destination IP address is directly attached to the router through one of its ports), the router attempts to forward the packet out over the interface on which the destination IP address is accessible (the downstream interface). Before transmitting the packet, however, the router creates and populates a MAC header for the packet. In order to do so, the router needs to know the destination MAC address corresponding to the destination IP address. Generally, the router first consults a local ARP table that contains a mapping of IP addresses to MAC addresses. If a matching entry is found, the router populates the destination MAC address field of the packet with the value obtained from the ARP table. In the event that no entry is found corresponding to the destination IP address, the router issues a broadcast ARP request on the downstream interface for the destination IP address. The device whose IP address is this destination IP address responds to the ARP request, providing device MAC address. With this information, the router is able to populate the MAC header field and forward the queued packet to the destination IP address. Information from the ARP response is used to construct an ARP table entry for the device Mac and IP address combination.
Pseudo Proxy ARP
The DUND issues ARP requests for client devices. In this case, it is important for the gateway to respond on behalf of the client device with the correct MAC address of the client device. The client device cannot itself respond to the ARP request because the ARP requests are broadcast, and broadcasts are not forwarded by a layer three network. In order for the gateway to respond with an ARP response containing the correct MAC address, the gateway needs to have a locally-maintained mapping of IP-MAC address for each client device. This is achieved through the operation of an AARP (Anti-ARP) protocol. The gateway consults an AARP database, determines the MAC address corresponding to the queried IP address and replies to the DUND with the correct MAC address. In order to achieve consistency, the source MAC address of the ARP response is set to the MAC address of the client device whose MAC address is being sought. This is important because certain DUNDs, do not update their ARP table when they receives an ARP response in which the source MAC address does not match the address in the body of the ARP frame. This process is performed by the gateway, and is referred to as a pseudo proxy ARP proxy (PPA) to distinguish this method from proxy ARP (in which the gateway responds to the ARP request with its own MAC address).
In one embodiment, a software process listens on an open IP socket for ARP requests. When a request is received for an IP address that is identified as belonging in the local AARP database (thereby identifying a client device), the process constructs an ARP response with source MAC address set to the MAC address of the client device, and the MAC address of the ARP response is set to the MAC address of the client device. This ARP response packet is transmitted on the same network interface on which it was received.
The DUND is able to associate the correct MAC address to the IP address of the client device, as would happen if the network between the client device and the DUND had been a layer two network (in which broadcasts, such as ARP requests, are rebroadcast). This is one of the features of the link layer emulation mode.
Anti-ARP Protocol (AARP)
One or more gateways on the network can maintain a MAC-address-to-IP-address mapping for all client devices attached to the network. The address mapping can be stored in an address mapping table that can be arranged to be synchronized across all the gateways. This address mapping table can be referred to as an AARP Table (AARP=Anti-ARP). ARP is generally is a protocol for the resolution of IP addresses to MAC addresses. Here, anti-ARP (AARP) is a protocol for the resolution of MAC addresses to IP addresses. The AARP protocol is based on a client-server architecture in which the AARP server on the gateway can be queried to extract the IP address corresponding to a given MAC address.
Generally, the network architecture includes a distributed network of AARP servers that may query each other and synchronize their address mapping tables periodically or on-demand in order to satisfy AARP queries.
The MAT 510 provides the MAC address manipulation required for the layer three network to appear as a layer two network to the DUND. More precisely, the MAT 510 modifies data packet MAC addresses to a client MAC address corresponding to an IP address of the data packets being routed by the network of the gateway 440.
The pseudo proxy ARP controller 520 provides a gateway response on behalf of a client device with the correct MAC address of the client device. In order for the gateway to respond with an ARP response containing the correct MAC address, the gateway needs to have a locally-maintained mapping of IP-MAC address for each client device. This is achieved through the operation of the AARP (Anti-ARP) protocol. The gateway consults an AARP database, determines the MAC address corresponding to the queried IP address and replies to the DUND with the correct MAC address. In order to achieve consistency, the source MAC address of the ARP response is set to the MAC address of the client device whose MAC address is being sought.
The AARP controller 530 maintains a MAC-address-to-IP-address mapping for all client devices attached to the network. The address mapping can be stored in an address mapping table that can be arranged to be synchronized across all the gateways. The AARP is a protocol for the resolution of MAC addresses to IP addresses. The AARP protocol is based on a client-server architecture in which the AARP server on the gateway can be queried to extract the IP address corresponding to a given MAC address.
The routing logic 540 of the gateway provides the routing paths of data packets through the network, between the DUND and client devices. For a wireless access node mesh network, the route selection can be dynamic, and include several wireless hops between access nodes of the wireless mesh network. Generally, the creation, management, maintenance and deletion of routes is accomplished through the operation of a routing protocol
MAC Address Translation (Upstream Traffic)
A packet originating at a client device is forwarded through the layer three network using IP forwarding. Typically management of routing tables occurs through the operation of protocols such as RIP or OSPF.
When the packet reaches the gateway, it is to be forwarded upstream to the DUND. Once the forwarding decision has been made, a MAC header should be constructed for the outgoing packet (now on a queue). The destination MAC address is set to be the MAC address of the DUND, which is obtained either from the local ARP table or through the ARP request-response mechanism. The source MAC address would be, by default, be set to the MAC address of the outgoing interface on the gateway. This, however, is incorrect in link layer emulation mode. If the packet is sent with the MAC address of the gateway, the DUND receiving the packet would update its ARP table, now associating the IP address of the client device with the MAC address of the gateway. This is not desired, and would result in service interruptions to the client device. Therefore the gateway should set the source MAC address to the MAC address of the client device. The gateway does this so (1) consulting an AARP database and extracting the MAC address corresponding to the IP address in the source IP address field of the packet, (2) setting this MAC address as the source MAC address of the packet. The modified packet is now transmitted on the outgoing interface.
The net result of this manipulation of the packet is that the packet received by the DUND has source MAC address set to the MAC address of the client device and source IP address set to the IP address of the client device—exactly as if the client device had been directly attached to the DUND, or attached to the DUND through an intervening transparent layer two network. In one embodiment, a list of packet filtering rules is set up on the gateway to inspect each packet appearing on an incoming interface, detecting a match of the source IP address field with that of any of the IP addresses in the list, and modifying the forwarded (outgoing) packet so that the source MAC address field on the packet is altered to a MAC address specified by the list. The list of packet filtering rules in question is administered and set up by the AARP process. MAC address translation (downstream traffic).
An originating data packet 620 includes a MAC source address that is the client's MAC address (Mclient), a MAC destination address that is the access node's MAC address (Man), an IP source address that is the client's IP address (IPclient), an IP destination address that is the destination's (DUND) IP address (IPdest), and a payload.
Upon being received by the access node 456, the MAC source address is modified to the access node's MAC address (Man), and the MAC destination address is modified to the gateway's MAC address (Mgw). This packet configuration is shown as packet 630.
Upon being received by the gateway 440, the MAC source address is modified to the client's MAC address (Mclient), and the MAC destination address is modified to the DUND's MAC address (Mdest). This packet configuration is shown as packet 640. Observation of the packet 640, reveals that the packet 640 appears to the DUND 410 to have been received directly from the client device.
MAC Address Translation (Downstream Traffic)
When a DUND receives a packet for forwarding, it makes a forwarding decision and then constructs a MAC header using either its internal ARP table or through the ARP protocol. The resultant packet, if addressed to a client device, will have a destination MAC address that of the client device (this is ensured by virtue of the PPA mechanism discussed previously). This packet is received on the upstream interface of the gateway.
If a packet is received by a layer three device with destination MAC address not that of the layer three device or a broadcast or multicast address, the layer three device drops or discards the packet. In contrast, in one embodiment of the link layer emulation mode, the packet received by the gateway is first inspected to determine if the destination MAC address matches any of (1) the MAC address of the gateway, (2) the MAC address of a known client device. If a match is detected, the received packet is accepted for further processing. If the received packet has source MAC and IP addresses that match those of a client device (as determined from the AARP database), the packet is dispatched to the forwarding layer for a forwarding/routing decision. In another embodiment of link layer emulation mode, the received packet is intercepted by a packet filtering process that modifies the destination MAC address to the MAC address of the gateway. This has the effect that the drop/discard decision is never made and the packet always proceeds to the forwarding decision stage.
An originating data packet 720 includes a MAC source address that is the DUND's MAC address (Mdest), a MAC destination address that is the client's MAC address (Mclient), an IP source address that is the DUND's IP address (IPdest), an IP destination address that is the client's IP address (IPclient), and a payload.
Upon being received by the gateway 440, the MAC source address is modified to the gateways's MAC address (Mgw), and the MAC destination address is modified to the access nodes's MAC address (Man). This packet configuration is shown as packet 730. Observation of the packet 730, reveals that the packet 730 has been modified by the gateway so that the data packet will make it to the client without the DUND 440 being aware that the packet is passing through the network.
Upon being received by the access node 456, the MAC source address is modified to the access node's MAC address (Man), and the MAC destination address is modified to the client's MAC address (Mclient). This packet configuration is shown as packet 740.
Although specific embodiments of the invention have been described and illustrated, the invention is not to be limited to the specific forms or arrangements of parts so described and illustrated. The invention is limited only by the appended claims.
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Amazon has kept Prime Air under a seal, but their patented technology is revealing what the company has planned for drone delivery services. This modular system could mean that Amazon is working towards adapting their drones to fit any customer’s needs, making drone delivery services available to everyone.


HOUSTON – Hindus have asked that all six Fort Bend County school districts close to celebrate its most popular festival Diwali, which falls on Oct. 24 this year.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who is President of the Universal Society of Hinduism, released a statement in Nevada, saying it is not fair that Hindu pupils in the public schools of Fort Bend County had to be at school on their most popular festival, while schools were closed around other religious days.
Zed said that it is vital for Hindu families to celebrate Diwali Day together at home with their children and closing schools on Diwali would show how respectful and accommodating these schools were to their faith.
He said that Hinduism is rich in festivals and religious festivals are very dear and sacred to Hindus. Diwali, the festival of lights, aims at dispelling the darkness, lighting up lives and symbolizes the victory of good over evil.
Public school districts in Fort Bend County include Brazos, Fort Bend, Katy, Lamar, Needville, and Stafford.


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I wanted to redo this one for a whilleee while, and I finally got some 'inspiration' to do so. Snape's worst memory will be forever one of my favourite chapters because MARAUDERS hope you'll like it and I think I've definitely improved
and I am sorry I am not sorry for drawing much Peter. he's there, outside of each panel.
EDIT: um I guess not everyone understood it then; but there is either James and Harry and this scene since Harry was looking at Snape's memory which included this moment with the marauders as well; so no, James doesn't have Harry's scar or green eyes- that's just Harry.
Thank you and goodbye to Harry Potter!! Characters from the early book 1~3. From left to right: Remus Lupin, Sirius Black, Tom Riddle, Harry Potter and Hedwig, Ron Weasley and Pigwidgeon, Hermione Granger and Crookshanks, Fred and George, Severus Snape
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LEXINGTON, KY – USDA Secretary Vilsack recently announced an expansion. children through the Summer food service program. Over 125,000 low income home owners to receive loans to repair or purchase.
· If you don’t buy a home in a rural area, you’ll need other financing options, some of which require a down payment. Here we show you how to use the USDA eligibility maps. Using the USDA Website. The easiest way to find USDA loan areas on your own is with the usda maps. First, you must accept the disclaimer.
Is the USDA Zero Down Home Loan Available in Clark County? YES!!! – Map with Eligible Areas and More Important Details.
Washington County Maryland USDA Approved Zero Down Home Mortgage Loans.. remainder of the County is eligible for the USDA Rural Development No Down Payment Loan.. Request a USDA Eligibility Map For Washington County .
USDA Loan Property Eligibility Map You can use this interactive map to help determine if a home currently meets the USDA’s property eligibility requirements. Areas in red are not currently eligible for a USDA-backed loan.. Verifying a Home’s Address for a USDA Loan If your prospective home.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to make changes to the USDA eligibility maps effective october. be in a USDA eligible zone. The home must be occupied as the borrowers primary.
House Loan Approval Usda Maps Of Eligible Properties One of the least known, most misunderstood, yet beneficial mortgages is a USDA guaranteed home loan. Many think of USDA Rural Development Guaranteed Loans for very low income, small purchase prices, and only for properties way out in the country. Not today’s USDA! Conversely, most U.S. properties are eligible, and middle-income families often meet income limit requirements.What I think: This loan approval was more than a pleasant surprise. She was able to approve my client on a new fannie mae fixed-rate loan with a whopping $545 lower house payment because Fannie’s.100 Percent Approval Loans secured debt consolidation loans require that an asset like the home be provided as collateral. You can typically borrow between 5,000 and 75,000 pounds. You may even be entitled to borrow up to 125 percent of your property value.
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Dance with the Stars this Summer at Grand Velas Riviera Maya with Louis Van Amstel's Dancing LaBlast Retreat
Holidaymakers staying at Grand Velas Riviera Maya in June will have the chance to dance with the stars as three-time World Dance Champion and "Dancing With The Stars" professional, Louis Van Amstel is announced to lead LaBlast dance fitness classes. The LaBlast Retreat package at the Riviera Maya hotel starts from $299 per person.
Fans of the "Dancing with the Stars" U.S TV show will have their very own chance to dance with a star this summer as a three-times World Dance Champion heads to a luxurious resort in Mexico to lead a LaBlast dance fitness programme.
"Dancing With The Stars" professional, Louis Van Amstel, will be leading dance fitness classes at the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya near Cancun in Mexico from 4th to 8th June, 2014.
The programme of classes will be part of the luxury all-inclusive resort's Dancing Week and guests can enjoy a complimentary upgrade to the next suite category and have the chance to enjoy a meet and greet with the dance teacher and Emmy nominated choreographer.
The LaBlast Retreat package at the luxury Riviera Maya resort starts from $299 per person, per night based on double occupancy and bookings must be for a minimum stay of four nights.
The package includes accommodation; a complimentary culinary tour around the all-inclusive hotel's five gourmet restaurants, including Cocina de Autor; and fun dance classes with Van Amstel.
After the fun, invigorating dance classes, guests can head to the Grand Velas Riviera Maya Spa to soak their muscles and enjoy some pampering treatments and massages. The 90,000-square-feet spa is the largest spa sanctuary in Riviera Maya and Cancun, and it offers a wide range of soothing and rejuvenating treatments for men and women using products inspired by its ancient and natural surroundings.
Located close to Playa del Carmen in Mexico upon 82 tropical acres of land comprising a lush jungle, protected mangroves, and a pristine white sandy beach, the 491-suite Cancun resort offers three categories of lavish accommodation: Zen Grand Suites that are encircled by flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula's thriving jungle; Ambassador Class, with ocean views and are perfect for families; and the most in-demand accommodation – Grand Class with personal butlers.
Facilities at the all-inclusive AAA Five Diamond hotel include a modern fitness centre with personal trainers, several specialty restaurants serving gourmet international cuisine, a three-tiered infinity pool, championship golf courses, and tennis courts.
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- This resort is a fantastic choice for an exciting family holiday that you will never forget,why not make it extra special by upgrading to visit the amazing Xcaret Park (extra charges apply)
- Limitless all-inclusive fun and thrills for everyone in a beautiful eco-reserve facing a glorious beach
- Enjoy access to 11 Restaurants and 10 Bars catering to every taste and occasion & access to 7 glorious Swimming Pools including 1 at Royal Level, 1 salt water pool only for adults and 1 children's pool
Use up to $2000 resort credit to indulge in spa treatments, golf sessions or a selection of excursions that will make your Cancun holiday truly unforgettable.
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- Enjoy the impressive $2000 Resort Credit per booking that you can spend on golf, spa treatments, dolphin swims, visit to Chichen Itza, Express Tour of Tulum, Family fun days out at the Wet 'N' Wild Waterpark and much more
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Donald Trump likes gays, but not their marriages
By Greg Hernandez
HollywoodNews.com: Ever since since he called Rosie O’Donnell a big fat pig, I’ve had no use for Donald Trump.
I’ve never watched ‘The Apprentice’ or even ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ despite the participation of some of my faves like Cyndi Lauper and Joan Rivers.
Well now I have even less regard to this billionaire with the weird hairstyle.
He apparently is considering a presidential run for the Republican nomination and during a chat with Greta Van Susteren on Fox News Monday, Trump called himself a “conservative Republican” who was not in favor of same-sex marriage.
“New York is a place with lots of gays, and I think it is great,” he said. “But I’m not in favor of gay marriage.”
I’m always extra rankled when someone who has been married three times does not believe that same-sex couples deserve that same right.
While married to Ivana Trump, mother of his three eldest children, he very famously had an affair with Marla Maples. Eventually he married and divorced Maples after they had a child and he is currently married to Melania Knauss-Trump and they also have a child.
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Hello folks! I am helping a dear friend sell their tiny home as they have moved away. This is a one-of-a-kind custom built tiny home ready for living and someone to take it to the next level. It is a local-made, simple, dry, loved space with lots of wood and character.
– towed easily 1 year ago to present location, on solid 5-wheel base
– 30 feet long and 8ft wide and 13 feet tall
– has a full but tiny-sized kitchen with stove, oven, sinks, counters, etc
– all fully wired with its own fuse panels, plugs, lights throughout
– has a covered outdoor on demand hot water heater – luxurious sized shower with stonework floor and funky copper pipes and a bathroom sink (no toilet)
– overhead storage area above shower – upper back area has space for a queen size bed (bed not included) and shelves for storage – entrance has a deck area that could be covered in (I imagined putting walls, windows and a small wood stove to make it an extea heating source plus mini sauna when needed)
– heated by small electric panel 10am heater in wall, works well! Easily runs on 15 Amp circuit with other electronics
– propane stove and water heat (each has its own tank)
– water-in directly or fill through storage tanks
– confirming it doesn’t have a toilet. Many tiny homes don’t as they are too small, people either use one in another building, build or make a composting toilet or use these as an additional space for their home. If this is confusing or concerning to you, please just know this is probably not the right situation for you and that is OK.
Viewings for people who are serious and in a position to buy in cash. Best fit over next couple weeks will take it (depending on need, timing, price, promise not to flip it to make a big profit, etc). Price is negotiable. Once someone has viewed it and seen the improvements you will likely want to make from the original builders choices. It is structurally sound from what we know, but built as an affordable option for housing and reflects that in its shabby chic appearance. For the right person, there may be a spot to keep it month to month.. but not to be expected.


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MAVCOM advises Rayani Air’s customers to seek possible chargeback on their credit or debit cards
Kuala Lumpur, 26 August 2016: The Malaysian Aviation Commission (“MAVCOM” or “Commission”) advises Rayani Air’s customers who have purchased tickets using credit or debit cards but were not able to fly following Rayani Air’s cessation of operations, to initiate a chargeback request with their respective credit/debit card issuing banks in order to recover their monies.
The chargeback enquiries are to be made directly to their credit/debit card issuing banks under the category of “services not received” or a similar category. As credit/debit card providers may have different terms and conditions on chargeback services, we urge Rayani Air’s customers to engage with their respective credit/debit card issuing banks as soon as possible. Consumers may also be required to submit the necessary documents to their card issuing banks to facilitate the chargeback process.
*Rayani Air’s Air Service Licence (ASL) was revoked on 13 June 2016.

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Discovering the Ultimate Minecraft SMP Server Experience
Minecraft's survival multiplayer (SMP) servers offer a unique and immersive gaming experience, allowing players to connect, collaborate, and explore together in a shared virtual world. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, diving into the world of SMP servers opens up a realm of endless possibilities and adventures. In this article, we'll explore how you can discover the ultimate Minecraft SMP server experience and make the most of your multiplayer gameplay.
Research and Exploration:
Start your journey by researching and exploring different SMP servers. There are numerous options available, each with its own gameplay style, community, and features. Take the time to read server descriptions, browse server listings, and seek recommendations from other players. Look for servers that align with your interests, such as those focused on survival, roleplaying, mini-games, or custom modded experiences.
Community and Atmosphere:
A thriving and welcoming community can greatly enhance your SMP server experience. Look for servers that prioritize a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Join their forums, Discord servers, or other community platforms to get a sense of the server's culture, interact with players, and learn more about the community dynamics. Engaging with a friendly and active community can lead to new friendships, collaborations, and an overall enriching gameplay experience.
Server Features and Plugins:
Pay attention to the unique features and plugins offered by different SMP servers. These additions can greatly enhance the gameplay and offer exciting new mechanics. Some servers might have custom mini-games, unique quests, economy systems, or custom-built worlds. Consider your preferred playstyle and look for servers that offer features that align with your interests. The right combination of plugins can greatly enhance the immersion and enjoyment of your SMP server experience.
Server Rules and Guidelines:
Before diving into an SMP server, familiarize yourself with its rules and guidelines. Each server has its own set of rules to maintain a fair and enjoyable environment for all players. Be respectful of others, follow building regulations, and understand any PvP or griefing policies. Adhering to the server's rules will ensure a harmonious and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Collaboration and Projects:
One of the most rewarding aspects of SMP servers is collaborating with other players on ambitious projects. Join existing community projects, contribute your skills, or start your own ventures. Work together to build sprawling cities, intricate redstone contraptions, or explore uncharted territories. Collaboration not only adds depth to your SMP experience but also fosters a sense of camaraderie and accomplishment as you witness your creations come to life.
Events and Activities:
Many SMP servers organize regular events, competitions, and activities for their players. These events can range from building contests and treasure hunts to PvP tournaments and cooperative quests. Participating in these activities not only adds excitement to your gameplay but also provides opportunities to showcase your skills, earn recognition, and engage with the server's community on a deeper level.
Communication and Engagement:
Effective communication and engagement are key to unlocking the full potential of your SMP server experience. Utilize in-game chat, voice chat, or server-specific communication channels to interact with other players, ask for help, or share your ideas. Engage in conversations, offer assistance, and be an active participant in the server's community. The more you engage with others, the more immersive and fulfilling your SMP journey will become.
Is an exciting adventure that awaits you. By researching and exploring different servers, seeking vibrant communities, embracing unique features, collaborating on projects, participating in events, and engaging with fellow players, you can unlock the full potential of your SMP server experience. So, gather your friends or join a new community, embark on an epic journey, and immerse yourself in the boundless creativity and camaraderie of Minecraft SMP servers.


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Tom Dougherty was in the shallow waters of Whitney Beach about a week after Tropical Storm Debby, when he thought he stepped on a seashell. The “shell” turned out to be a shell casing. It is a 50-caliber casing fired from what he believes to be a Browning M2 50-caliber machine gun. The S.L. 42 stamped on the base of the casing suggests it came from the St. Louis Ordinance Co. and was made in 1942. This was another reminder that Longboat Key was a shooting range and gunnery in its early history.
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Disability has always been a preoccupation of American society and culture. From antebellum debates about qualification for citizenship to current controversies over access and reasonable accommodations, disability has been present, in penumbra if not in print, on virtually every page of American history. Yet historians have only recently begun the deep excavation necessary to retrieve lives shrouded in religious, then medical, and always deep-seated cultural, misunderstanding.<P> This volume opens up disability's hidden history. In these pages, a North Carolina Youth finds his identity as a deaf Southerner challenged in Civil War-era New York. Deaf community leaders ardently defend sign language in early 20th century America. The mythic Helen Keller and the long-forgotten American Blind People's higher Education and General Improvement Association each struggle to shape public and private roles for blind Americans. White and black disabled World War I and II veterans contest public policies and cultural values to claim their citizenship rights. Neurasthenic Alice James and injured turn-of-the-century railroadmen grapple with the interplay of disability and gender. Progressive-era rehabilitationists fashion programs to make crippled children economically productive and socially valid, and two Depression-era fathers murder their sons as public opinion blames the boys' mothers for having cherished the lads' lives. These and many other figures lead readers through hospital-schools, courtrooms, advocacy journals, and beyond to discover disability's past.<P> Coupling empirical evidence with the interdisciplinary tools and insights of disability studies, the book explores the complex meanings of disability as identity and cultural signifier in American history.
In a series of scholarly but highly readable essays, this book opens discussion on the role of disabled people in American history. It also examines how history has been affected by perceptions of disability. For example, one article looks at the ways disability has been used to strengthen prejudice against particular ethnic groups and to justify discrimination - "experts" have often claimed that one or another group of immigrants is genetically inferior and prone to mental retardation or physical frailty. One essay is based on the Civil War letters of a deaf man to his family. Another looks at the ways Helen Keller's Socialist beliefs were stifled by those around her.

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Rights to Medical Treatment in EU Law: R. (Watts) v. Bedford Primary Care Trust and Another
McHale, Jean V.
Medical Law Review 2007 Spring; 15(1): 99-108
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McHale, Jean V (2011-04)On 9th March 2011 the new EU Directive on Patients' Rights in Cross-border Healthcare was adopted. This article explores its implications for the delivery of health care in the UK. It notes that the final version of the ...


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Murder on the Orient Express (12A)
Kenneth Branagh directs this all-star adaptation of Agatha Christie’s murder mystery
A lavish train ride unfolds into a stylish & suspenseful mystery. From the novel by Agatha Christie, Murder on the Orient Express tells of thirteen stranded strangers & one man’s race to solve the puzzle before the murderer strikes again.
BBFC Insight: This film has not yet been rated but is expected to be a 12A.
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Section 4735.70 | Dual agency definitions.
The following are dual agents under this chapter:
(A) A licensee who represents both the purchaser and the seller as clients in the same real estate transaction;
(B) A brokerage that represents both the purchaser and the seller as clients in the same real estate transaction;
(C) A management level licensee who represents a client in an in-company transaction. If there is more than one management level licensee affiliated with the brokerage and either of the following applies, the management level licensee is not a dual agent:
(1) The management level licensee personally represents either the seller or the purchaser in a transaction, in which case the management level licensee will represent only the interests of that licensee's client.
(2) The management level licensee is the purchaser or seller in a transaction and will represent only that licensee's interest.
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- January 1, 2005 – Senate Bill 106, 125th General Assembly [ View January 1, 2005 Version ]

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Tango Gameworks is not just about Ghostwire: Tokyo. The creators have confirmed the preparation of a new production, for which the director of The Evil Within 2 is responsible. If the rumors are confirmed, we can expect the third part of the horror movie.
After the acquisition of Bethesda by Microsoft, Tango Gameworks became part of the American corporation. Phil Spencer talked to the head of the Japanese studio on the Tokyo Game Show 2021 . The presentation was short and some players were not sure why the head of the Xbox brand mentioned the team at all – after all, the developers officially develop only Ghostwire: Tokyo, a game that will be released only on PS5 and PC next year.
As it turns out, there was a big goal in it. Shinji Mikami has confirmed that John Johanas (director of The Evil Within 2) is “working hard” on the next title. The Japanese was not yet ready to reveal the production, but as the IGN editors accurately see: the title should only target Microsoft’s platforms.
John Johanas worked as a special effects specialist on The Evil Within, then took over development of the series from Mikami and led the team for The Evil Within 2. If the news was right – a large team of Tango Gameworks is already working on The Evil Within 3.
The situation is interesting because although Shinji Mikami is considered the father of the Resident Evil series, the developer is now something of a guardian – John Johanas (director of a secret project) and Kenji Kimura (director of GhostWire: Tokyo) are young creators, but they receive support and are led by the head of Tango Gameworks.


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