With several dozen reviews posted online, the Safety 1st HD WiFi Streaming Baby Monitor has a 4.0-star rating on Amazon. One satisfied owner speaks for many when he calls the "picture quality excellent," the night vision "clear" and "so well illuminated," and the sound quality so good that you can "hear everything going on in crisp and clear" detail."
As with any internet-connected device that watches or listens to your home, it's not out of the ordinary to be somewhat wary of a smart baby monitor. All Internet of Things (IoT) devices are potential soft spots for hackers to monitor you. Anything you network can possibly be compromised, and while you shouldn't be afraid of an epidemic of camera breaches, you should always weigh the convenience of these devices against the risk of someone getting control of the feed.
Baby monitors may have a visible signal as well as repeating the sound. This is often in the form of a set of lights to indicate the noise level, allowing the device to be used when it is inappropriate or impractical for the receiver to play the sound. Other monitors have a vibrating alert on the receiver making it particularly useful for people with hearing difficulties.
For these reasons, the Evoz Vision tops our list as best travel baby monitor. The Wi-fi enabled monitor allows more than one person to check in on baby—a nice feature when you're traveling to visit family and friends. Just grant grandparents or sitters access to the app. Another great travel feature: It has an unlimited range. Plus, it uses cry detection algorithms to distinguish baby cries from other noises and will alert you via text or email when baby cries, based on your preference settings. Just make sure you'll have Wi-fi at your destination.
Last, a few features are simply not that useful, but they’re more like unnecessary clutter than legitimate flaws. The talk back feature can be difficult to understand on the baby end of the line (we found it works best—that is, intelligibly—if you speak about a foot away from the microphone, and avoid shouting). A “shortcut” button to control the monitor’s volume and brightness doesn’t really save you much time. There are other features on the menu—counting the little songs, a timer, and a zoom, you have a total of about seven. But honestly, after testing this monitor for some time and others for years longer, the only thing you really need to be able to do regularly is adjust the volume.
A baby monitor, also known as a baby alarm, is a radio system used to remotely listen to sounds made by an infant. An audio monitor consists of a transmitter unit, equipped with a microphone, placed near to the child. It transmits the sounds by radio waves to a receiver unit with a speaker carried by, or near to, the person caring for the infant. Some baby monitors provide two-way communication which allows the parent to speak back to the baby (parent talk-back). Some allow music to be played to the child. A monitor with a video camera and receiver is often called a baby cam.
Some baby cams can work at night with low light levels. Most video baby monitors today have a night vision feature. Infrared LEDs attached on the front of the camera allow a user to see the baby in a dark room. Video baby monitors that have night vision mode will switch to this mode automatically in the dark. Some advanced baby cams now work over Wi-Fi so parents can watch babies through their smartphone or computer.
Not bad, although with the specs so similar to the Kindle Oasis, I'm surprised that the price isn't more competitive (the Oasis is $250). Basically, you're just getting a slightly larger screen for that extra $30, but size doesn't really matter with e-books. In fact, I kind of wish there was a compact e-Book reader about 75% the size and weight of a Paperwhite.EDIT: Also, I'm waiting for the next generation of e-readers that use the new CLEARink screen technology. With luck, we might have one by end of 2019 so my trusty old Paperwhite will just have to hold out a little longer. https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/dont-buy-e-reader-upcoming-technologies-kill-kindle/
We got our hands on this KX-HN3001W Panasonic baby monitor in late 2018 for testing, and we were pleasantly surprised with its features, reliability, image quality, and competitive cost. Panasonic has been in the video baby monitor market for many years, and they have consistently improved the quality and reliability of their products along the way. Remember how reliable those old Panasonic DECT cordless phones were when you were a kid? You could drop them, discharge them, lose them in the couch pillows, walk them to the other side of the house, and slam them down for a dramatic ending to a phone call. These devices reminded us of those, mostly out of nostalgia, but also because the portable receiver seemed very well made and reliable. Out of the box, it comes with the color monitor receiver along with a battery and wall plug, the camera and a wall plug, and a wall-mount for the camera. We didn't realize it comes with a wall-mount and were excited to give that a shot. During setup, we mounted the camera to the wall of our test nursery and aimed it at the crib. Once it's mounted to the wall, you can still tilt and pivot it around to get a good pointing direction. Powering it on, it connected quickly to the camera unit; note that you can add two extra camera units as well, and view/control them from the same receiver (those extra cameras aren't available for sale yet). We first tested it during the daytime, and found the color screen to be clear and vivid, the connection to be reliable and relatively long-range (it worked in our back yard), and the battery life to be about 3 hours with the screen on (and unplugged obviously). It goes for much longer in stand-by mode with the screen turned off. During the nighttime, the monochrome night vision worked reasonably well. We found that it worked better if the camera unit was placed relatively close to the crib so you don't have to zoom in and lose image quality. The night vision wasn't on par with the higher-rated baby monitors on this list, but it was pretty decent. After getting the basics down, we tried out some of the cool features. It has a 2-way talk feature that actually sounded pretty good, little melodies and lullabies (or white noise!) you could play to your baby, and the life-changing remote pan/zoom/tilt. That last feature is really a necessity for modern baby cameras so you don't have to tip-toe into your baby's room and try to change the camera angle because it got bumped during the day or your baby decided to sleep on the other side of the crib. The other awesome thing about this baby monitor is that it has room temperature alerts, which allows you to set a safe range (like 68 to 72 degrees) and then it will alert you if the nursery room's temperature ever goes out of that range. There is also a little current temperature indicator on the screen, which is a nice touch. It also has a great stand-by mode that will keep the monitor off until it senses movement or hears your baby (you can set which of these you want to trigger an alert), at which point the device will alert you and turn on. This is great for a few reasons, but mostly because it helps keep battery life up to about 10 hours when kept on stand-by mode. A little extra feature is that you can set the device to automatically turn on a melody or white noise when your baby moves or makes noise - nice touch. A couple more things we noticed. First, the portable device uses micro-USB for charging, which means that you can use most phone or device charger with the same connector type (but not an iPhone charger!). That was convenient for when you're in another room and just want to quickly plug it in, just like you would with your phone. Second, on the bottom of the camera there is the standard tripod screw hole, so you can set it up on any tripod type of device (like those little ones that attach to walls, grip onto crib rails, etc). So there's some really great stuff going on here, and we are very happy to have tested it for inclusion on this list! But there are also some downfalls. First, it is built to control more than one camera, but as of late 2018 we haven't seen the additional cameras available on the market. Second, the night vision isn't up to par with the Infant Optics or other top-rated baby cameras; in fact that was the biggest challenge with this baby monitor, and we are patiently waiting for Panasonic to release a new version with better quality night vision. Third, the display is clearly not high definition, but to be fair the screen isn't really large enough to notice any pixelation. Other that that, you're getting a fantastic baby monitor for only about $120, and that's a lot of bang for the buck! Interested? You can check out the Panasonic Video Baby Monitor here.
Encrypted Wireless Communications: Here's something creepy and strange - there are reports of people tapping into even the best baby monitors and getting some bizarre pleasure from watching your baby sleep or watching you feed the baby in the middle of the night. A few of the manufacturers have included wireless encryption on their systems to make this much less likely.
Your baby needs constant attention, but you can't be in its room every hour of every day. That's what baby monitors are for. What started as audio-only infant care devices to let you listen in on your child from another room, have since added video cameras and connected features to the mix so you can always keep an eye on your little one. There are still some great audio monitors out there—here we're focusing on models that also provide some form of video feed.
Correct me if I am wrong, but both Surface Pro and Surface 2 laptop have USB 3.0. But the new Surface headphones have USB-C for charging. If that is correct, why would MS make computing devices with incompatible USB ports? You wouldn't be able to charge the headphones on either device. Unless the headphones come with an adapter, it seems dumb to me.
Most monitor systems have an electrical cord or nonrechargeable battery option for the unit in the baby's room. And receivers typically have an electrical cord or rechargeable batteries. Some models are notorious for burning through batteries at an alarming rate. Parents have complained that even monitors sold with rechargeable batteries built in can drain quickly. Our Baby Monitor Ratings , available to subscribers, include an evaluation of battery life. Subscribers can also check out our battery report and Ratings (for subscribers).
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This monitor offers lots of convenient features. Don’t have the best view of your baby? Use the monitor to remotely pan, tilt or zoom the camera without having to go back into the nursery. Fussy baby? Press a button to play lullabies. Need the camera to move from your bedroom to the nursery? No problem: this freestanding monitor can be set on top of a dresser or grip onto shelves and brackets. You can also unplug it and use it in another room for up to three hours on a single charge. And there’s a room temperature display. But the most impressive feature is its 1,000-foot range—the highest of all cameras on this list. That means you can hear your little one’s every chirp even if you’re hanging out in your backyard.


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life rattle show no. 1207
Presented on Sunday, June 3, 2012
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Adam Giles reading his story
Tonight, on Life Rattle No. 1207, we bring you a Life Rattle Classic, written and read by Adam Giles.
Adam Giles has been a frequent contributor to Life Rattle since he first appeared on the program in June of 2001. For many years Adam was a radio show host.
Giles was born the older of two boys in 1978, in Mississauga where he grew up. He completed his fifth year at University of Toronto at Mississauga, where he served as editor-in-chief for the campus newspaper. He went on to earn a post-graduate diploma in Journalism and New Media.
Giles has written for the web, for several print publications, for CTV Newsnet and read his short story “Christine” on CBC Radio One.
Adam Giles writes in a straight-forward, unadorned style. His writing sounds effortless. His characters and situations seem to grow out of the stories, as much between the lines as from them.
Tonight’s story is a moving reminiscence. Giles’ unhurried prose style presents us with a series of scenes from the point of view of a grandchild that show a life lived among family.

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Assess the length and width required to be protected. One row of spikes can cover 8" width. For wider widths install multiple rows.
Assess whether installation is required by Adhesive, Nail, Screw, Wires Ties or Velcro.
Prepare the surface where the spikes need to be installed by cleaning and repairing the surface if damaged.
Adhesive: Please use constuction based adhesive (e.g. Bostic, Seal n Flex) Apply the adhesive using a gun to the underside of the base as shown. Then, firmly place and press the spikes on the surface so that it sticks firmly. Let the adhesive dry and this will be permanent fix, Approximately, 1 tube of adhesive will fix 60 feet.
Snap fit the spikes for continuous lengths. Also, adjust the stainless steel spikes width by either bending inward or outward for desired coverage. Please do not bend the 90 degree spikes. You should adjust the spikes that are already "V" and never the "U" spikes.
The spikes are humane and non-lethal but still sharp. Please wear protective gloves and avoid loose clothing. Please keep away from children. Please be carefull during installation.


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Introduction: The presence of bloodstream infection in the donor is a common finding that could be transmitted to the recipient. To safely expand the donor pool, we examined its relevance.
Materials and methods: We described the clinical characteristics of organ donors grafted in our center between 1997 and 2006 who had bacteremia detected in blood cultures obtained during organ procurement.
Results: Among 1353 organ donors, 75 were non-heart-beating donors type II and the others brain-dead donors. Only 186 donors (14%) showed bacteremia during retrieval. This mean age was 49.8 years (range 12 to 86 years, SD 18) including 63% men. Causes of death were cerebrovascular accident in 60%; craneoencephalic trauma, 25%; and other causes, 15%. The average length of the intensive care unit stay was 3 days (interquartile range: 2 to 7 days). Twenty-nine percent of donors presented previous infectious complications (90% from respiratory origin). The most prevalent pathogen isolated in blood cultures was coagulase negative Staphylococci (46,2%), followed by S aureus (15%), Streptococcus group viridans (9.1%), enterobacteria (9%), Enterococcus faecalis (7.5%) and gram-negative bacilli nonfermentative (6.2%). In 3.1%, the bloodstream infections were polymicrobial. The bronchial aspiration cultures were positive in 50% of cases and the urine culture in 8,6%. In 17% of donors the isolated microorganism was coincident between blood and bronchial cultures. Pseudomonas spp and S aureus were more common than the others (P = .004 and P = .058, respectively).
Conclusions: The incidence of bacteremia in our cohort was 14%. The respiratory tract was the most common clinical focus. Pseudomonas spp or S aureus isolated in bronchial cultures are risk factors to develop bacteremia. According to these findings, it is important to start specific antibiotics against those microorganisms in the donor and the recipients.

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From page to screen: the comic book inspirations for Thor: Ragnarok
Thor: Ragnarok’s release date is fast approaching and we have a pretty clear indication that the film is going to be an epic thrill ride from start to finish. What you may not know though, is that the film is pulling inspiration and storylines from a vast treasure trove of comics to bring that spectacle to your theater screens.
Firstly, the comic book version of Ragnarok has only ever been featured twice in comic history, most recently in Michael Avon Oeming’s excellent Thor run from 2004. It is based on the “fall of the gods” Norse mythos that sees Thor, Odin, Heimdall, and pretty much every major God wiped out in an endless cycle of rebirth. In the comics though, Thor doesn’t die so much as he enters a sort of limbo state as a depowered human man on Earth, so don’t expect Thor to die when you walk into the theater just yet.
As for the MCU, Thor was last seen in the MCU proper flying off after the events of Age of Ultron to find out what is happening on Asgard after some premonitions he had earlier in the film. We then only get a brief glimpse of him chatting with Doctor Strange in his movie’s post-credits scene, who offers Thor help in finding out the whereabouts of Odin if he promises to return to Asgard with the rest of the Asgardians.
So where does that leave us at the start of Ragnarok? Well, events seem to be unfolding that enables the goddess Hela, ruler of Hel and goddess of death, to break free of her centuries old imprisonment in Asgard. This differs a little from the comic books, as Hela is not directly involved in the Ragnarok storylines, and is instead mostly interested in ruling over the dead of Valhalla as well as Hel, something Thor and Odin do not approve of.
Skurge, played by Karl Urban in Thor: Ragnarok has another interesting comic connection to Thor: Ragnarok, and a potentially important one too. In the comics, Skurge is an Asgardian who falls in love with the villain Enchantress, and is frequently used in plots against Thor by her and Loki. Skurge is eventually spurned by Enchantress, and joins Thor and Balder on a rescue mission in Hel. There is definitely a whiff of the same dynamic between Loki, Hela, and Skurge in Ragnarok, but time will tell if that winds up being the case.
And then, we come to the beloved Planet Hulk. Given that the Hulk has no interaction with Ragnarok, it may seem a bit odd to incorporate Thor’s journey in Ragnarok to that of the planet Sakaar, where Hulk becomes stranded in the Planet Hulk storyline.
The move however, was necessitated on both the inner workings of the studios, and a need to bring Thor into the larger Avengers picture. Instead of leaving him to deal with his problems alone, Hulk and Thor will now at least in part journey together, coming together to create a hilarious dynamic shown off in the various teasers. The move also makes sense because of the sheer lack of Hulk in the larger fabric of the MCU, rumored to be because of studio infighting with Universal over 2008s The Incredible Hulk starring Edward Norton. Either way, the move seems like it will pay off.
Now, in the comics, Hulk is originally sent to space after a group known as the Illuminati (a group made up of the leaders of the various superhero factions) vote on his exile after a gamma bomb explodes, causing Bruce Banner to lose control and go into his Hulk-state. Vowing that Hulk presents too much of a danger to Earth, they trick him into entering orbit to fix a satellite, but instead set him on a course for a peaceful planet.
Unbeknownst to the Illuminati, a rogue wormhole intercepts the ship, causing the ship to exit the other side at Sakaar. An explosion then rocks the ship and the ship carrying Hulk crash lands on the planet where he taken captive and fitted with an “obedience disk” that prevents him from using his powers. After being taken into slavery, Hulk is then forced to fight in the same gladiatorial arenas we see in the trailer complete with his epic Gladiator Hulk armor.
The story from there focuses on Hulk winning over the other gladiators in an effort to take down Sakaar’s ruler known as the Red King, which also differs from the film in a meaningful way.
In lieu of the Red King, Ragnarok’s Sakaar is ruled by Grandmaster, an “Elder of the Universe,” and the brother of The Collector. This is significant because not only does Collector currently possess the reality stone, last seen in Thor: The Dark World, but also because Grandmaster is rather famous for losing an infinity gem to Thanos in a game of chance. What are the odds, right?
It’s definitely interesting to see the mashup of characters and storylines, some from totally different eras among the Marvel comics universe. Thor: Ragnarok is definitely made up of a lot of unique ingredients, but like any good meal the right balance can make all the difference. Thor: Ragnarok opens on November 3rd in the US and October 27 in the UK.
Image credits: Marvel Studios

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Hi, me and my friend are making a school project where we are making an alarm.
The things we've used are a LED-display, a PIR-sensor, a piezo speaker and a keypad.
Basicly what we want to do is a functioning alarm that can be turned on and off with a code on the keypad, the led-display shows the current state of the alarm. The PIR-sensor will be used as the detector and the piezo speaker will turn on when the alarm is activated and the PIR-sensor sees movement.
The thing is that we've never worked with Arduino before and are quite frankly not very good at programming.
We have alot of code already though, which has all the basic features that we want with the alarm, but this code doesn't use the PIR-sensor or a keypad, it uses a photoresistor and 4 basic buttons instead. And we've realized that our knowledge in Arduinoprogramming isn't enough to make this work in the right time.
We would really appriciate if someone would be willing to help us with the code to make the PIR-sensor and the keypad work instead of using the four basic buttons and the photoresistor.
Link of all the components we're using.
7pin basic keypad
standard piezo speaker
We're also attaching the code we've done so far.
I didn't check the whole code, and I can't test it because I don't have the hardware.
But you have good indents with good comments and good names for functions and variables. Well done.
You could make a few files. In the upper-right corner of the Arduino IDE (the Arduino software) is a drop down button.
If you place the keypad code in a function in seperate file, it make things easier.
Perhaps you could also create a *.h file and copy the defines into it. That will also make it easier.
Is the keypad function working ?
You can test it in a new test sketch. Send the characters to the serial port, so you can see what is going on.
Detecting the code can be done in so many ways. I see that you use a "state machine". That is good, but it is easy to make a mistake in the code.
Do you put a '*' character on the LCD if a number is pressed ?

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23 Mar The rise of Horgos, China’s new robot manufacturing hub
Very few people have ever heard of Horgos, a small ‘ghost’ town on the China-Kazakhstan border. But now Horgos is making the headlines as China’s new robot manufacturing hub.
Horgos Boshihao Electronic, a company registered in Shenzhen, announced it will move the plant to Horgos and starts robot production workshop in May. Founded in 2014, Horgos has already been branded as the first new city of China’s Belt and Road project. Horgos is set to foster trade between 65 countries alongside the New Silk Road and become “a huge new city of the future at the intersection of two civilizations”, according to its promotional video.
The new plant will produce about 10,000 robots every year. “80% robots will be released for service sector and 20% for industrial purposes”, Min Jianbao, company’s manager, told Xinhua media agency.
Horgos Boshilao Electronic wants to leverage the town’s location as its robot export hub to trade with Russia and the CIS, Middle East and Europe. Horgos became the second Europe-China rail link via Kazakhstan in the late 2012 shortening the travel time between Urumqi and Almaty by almost 25% to 30 hours. Forbes reports that “approximately 65 trains, amounting to 6,200 TEU, per month are currently being transshipped through Horgos Gateway”. The five-year-plan is to process a million TEU worth of cargo per year — “enough to rank them with some big sea ports in the world”.

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Technology is enabling great learning in many ways and offering enriched content to access and create. We hope to pull together a number of tools that we feel can make a big difference. Come back regularly as we add content.
Content Running in Parallel with this:
There are a lot of tools and apps covered in other parts of the site.
- iPads: The iPad brings an amazing number of apps that are amazing in their own right.
Check them out on the iPad’s for Learning pages.
- Office365: Collaboration and sharing across devices is also being featured on the Office365 page.
Check out some of the tools on offer on the Office365 pages.
- Coding and making! This will be a big growth area for this site. For now we are building some pages on Scratch and Makey-Makey
Worthwhile Tools and Services:
We hope to highlight a number of tools on this page but you have to start somewhere and grow!
- Prezi: great online presentations with superb options when used well. Check out our page on Prezi with an overview, tips, tricks, fun examples and ideas for use.
- Blogging: Blogging has so many benefits for learning. Check out our Blogging page for ideas for use, tips, tricks and techniques and setup.
- Adobe Slate: check out a review by Dominique Haynes
- TodaysMeet: Get a conversation going online. Check it out on the TodaysMeet page
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Some tools that work across all or many curriculum areas and that we would like to feature and write about are:
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MODEROID Escaflowne (Reissue)
The Vision of Escaflowne
From the classic anime series "The Vision of Escaflowne" comes a plastic model kit of the Guymelef Escaflowne!
The kit is posable after assembly thanks to its articulated joints, and it comes with a sword that can be displayed in both hands. Both a plastic and nonwoven fabric cape are included for two display options to choose from, and the Energists located on its shoulders and chest have been recreated with clear parts. Emblems on the head and chest area have been pre-painted.
- [Figure Size]: About 14cm tall once assembled
- [Materials]: PS, ABS and POM plastic


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The Celeste Gown is a dusty blue strapless number with a sweetheart neckline and comes with a belt to cinch the waist. Look at those meticulously crafted flowers that give such beautiful texture to them. We will only say that you'll notice jaws dropping when you enter the room in this one-of-a-kind ensemble.
Delivery Time: Made to order (8 weeks)
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_RESIDENTIAL ZONES STANDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Minister for Planning has appointed a Standing Advisory Committee (the Advisory Committee) to consider the proposed application of the three new residential zones into council planning schemes. Councils have until the end of June this year to implement the new residential zones.
The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to assist councils and the Minister for Planning with the implementation of the new residential zones and advise on the suitability of the proposed application of the new residential zones and the method to introduce them. Councils who have prepared, or are in the process of preparing amendments to implement the new zones and associated schedules were given an opportunity to request an Advisory Committee.
From our discussions with planning officers at the Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure (DTPLI), we understand that requesting an Advisory Committee is the decision of each council. The Minister for Planning does not have the ability to refer amendments to the Advisory Committee.
The Standing Advisory Committee consists of 19 members and is chaired by Con Tsotsoros. The following fourteen councils have requested Advisory Committee advice:
- Greater Shepparton;
- Moonee Valley;
- Mornington Peninsula;
- Southern Grampians;
Members of the public are able to make submissions on the proposed application of the new residential zones for the fourteen councils listed above. All submissions will be referred directly to the Advisory Committee. Submitters are able to request an opportunity to present to the Advisory Committee during the hearing however, given the relatively short timeframe in which the zones need to be implemented, presentation times may be limited.
The exhibition periods for each of the fourteen councils vary however, exhibition must have commenced no later than 20 March 2014. The first hearings have been scheduled to begin on 28 April.
We understand that the period in which councils can request an Advisory Committee has now closed. All other councils who are yet to prepare amendments to introduce the new zones will not be given an opportunity to request an Advisory Committee. We note that councils are still able to undertake a full planning scheme amendment process where a Panel can be appointed to hear submissions however, if this implementation approach was used it is unlikely that the amendment would be approved before the beginning of July.
Amendments proposed by councils that have not requested an Advisory Committee but have submitted directly to the Minister for Planning, for approval under Section 20(4) (without public exhibition) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (the Act), will be processed by DTPLI. We understand that DTPLI will be considering these amendments and preparing recommendations to the Minister for Planning. In these instances there will be no opportunity for the amendment to be tested by an independent Panel.
Given the substantial impact that the implementation of the new residential zones could have on the future development of residential areas, it is concerning that the process of implementation that some councils are pursuing has limited opportunity for review and questioning. The new residential zones are going to impact the way our City is developed well into the future and it is vital that they are implemented in a well considered manner.
Further information on the Advisory Committee can be found at:
Submissions can be lodged online, through the DTPLI website at:


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JEOL’s ECA Series Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer is a high performance, research grade, 5mm standard probe system capable of probing nuclei (N15-P31) with resonance frequencies between 40MHz and 162MHz at a field strength of 9.4Tesla. Commonly probed nuclei include Hydrogen, Carbon, Fluorine and Silicon. The ECA NMR also has solid state capabilities. NMR spectroscopy is an excellent nondestructive analytical tool used for chemical structure elucidation and functional group analysis of liquids and solids. NMR can also be used to study bonding connectivity and orientation through space connectivity (Overhauser Effect), as well as, determination of polymer structure. DNA, peptide and enzyme sequence and structure determination is also possible.
- Various 1D and 2D experiments
- Probe nuclei from N15 to P31
- 1D proton single pulsed
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- Perform variable temperature experiments between -100 °C to 150°C
- Easy to use Microsoft Windows run Delta Software with comprehensive 1D, 2D & 3D NMR software package. Includes high pass filter, COSY symmetry filter, MEM, BLIP, and Hilbert transform data processing algorithms.


2014 Chevrolet Silverado First Drive
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The English language is as confusing as it is beautiful.
There are different versions: American English, British English, Australian English. Each is spoken and written with unique quirks and foibles.
The Chevrolet Silverado has become the newest homonym and homograph in the American lexicon. It's spelled the same, pronounced the same, and in many ways, looks the same, but don't mistake the outgoing 2013 model for the all-new 2014 pickup. They are as different as nouns and verbs.
The new Silverado is more comfortable, more efficient, and more powerful. So powerful, in fact, it can metaphorically haul that elephant out of the room. (Max towing for the full-size Silverado is 11,500 pounds, depending upon its configuration.)
Yes, the new Silverado looks a lot like the old Silverado. Oh, there were changes. The stacked headlamps are fancier (projector beam headlights are available), the grille is meatier, and the double domed hood is made of aluminum. There are also other exterior changes such as a body-color rear bumper and the ingenious step tucked into each corner of the bumper that allows you to easily step into the bed.
But while there was no extreme makeover for the Silverado to debut on the stage as the crowd screams in delight, there's plenty to get excited about. First are the trio of new aluminum-block EcoTech3 engines, including a 4.3-liter V-6 and two V-8s, the next iteration of the small-block 5.3-liter V-8 and the 6.2-liter V-8. During my day of driving crew cab Silverados, I tested the V-6 and 5.3-liter V-8 models outside of San Antonio, Texas. (The 6.2-liter will be available later this year, and specs were not available.) Both engines feature General Motors' cylinder deactivation system, dubbed Active Fuel Management, which shuts off half of the V-8 engines' cylinders and two cylinders on the V-6 when less power is needed. All engines are mated to GM's six-speed automatic transmission, which is impeccably calibrated for smooth acceleration.
The 4.3-liter generates 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque. While towing a 5500-pound camper using a trailer hitch, the Silverado never hesitated. It accelerated quickly and the integrated trailer sway controls, which use the truck's anti-lock brakes, helped steady the trailer down the windy Texan roads. The V-6 has a max towing rating of 7500 pounds.
The 5.3L engine lives up to its small-block heritage. Creating 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, the 5.3-liter comes with a growl that would make any musclecar fan smile. It will also deliver 16/23 mpg in city/highway driving.
Suspension upgrades, a slightly wider track, wider tires, and electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering have smoothed the Silverado's ride and tightened up its handling. One of the most impressive parts of the Silverado's performance was how quiet it rides. Even with the windows down, you hardly hear the engine. Off-road, the Silverado easily climbed, forded, and moved over every obstacle in front of it. I was also able to test Chevrolet's new Hill Descent Control, which allows the Silverado to maintain a slow speed down a hill without the driver touching the accelerator or brake. It worked perfectly and quietly. For anyone facing uphill, Chevrolet includes Hill Start Assist, which holds the brakes for about 1.5 seconds when the truck detects a 5-degree grade. This prevents the pickup from rolling back, especially handy when a big trailer is hooked to the bumper.
The Silverado offers safety features taken from Cadillac such as the Safety Alert Seat. The seat vibrates to warn the driver of things such as crossing a line on the highway (if equipped with Lane Departure Warning) or even if pulling too close to an object while parking. A simple feature I appreciated is the tiny convex mirror inside the driver's side external mirror. It's reminiscent of those stick-on mirrors you can buy at auto parts stores, but this one is integrated into the mirror and will never fall off.
The Silverado's interior is a huge jump forward. The previous generation was sturdy, which is a critic's equivalent of calling your aunt handsome. The new Silverado is simple and well-laid-out, with lots of luxurious touches. The new six-gauge cluster is crisp with its red needles and small LCD screen providing the driver with information that's scrollable with a push of the steering wheel button. Even the steering wheel was beefed up and made thicker, making it feel more substantial.
Chevy includes either a 4.2-inch or 8.0-inch center stack screen and the newest version of MyLink, Chevrolet's infotainment system. Bluetooth streaming, hands-free telephone operation, and app operation are all standard with MyLink. It's easy to use and provides as much utility as it does entertainment with as many as five USB ports.
Throughout the cabin, there are loads of cubbies and storage areas including a double glove box with a lock on the upper one. The seats are comfortable and nicely bolstered. By carving into the back of the seats, Chevrolet created an additional 2 inches of second-row legroom.
All of the materials look upgraded, and the attention to detail stands out. Along the bottom edge of the dash on the center stack are control buttons for some of the Silverado's features. However, if your Silverado doesn't have a particular feature, a different key assembly is used, meaning no owner ever sees a blank key and then spends the rest of his life wondering what he didn't get. It's minor, but considerate.
The new extended cab model will use small regular-opening doors instead of the previous generation's rear-hinged half-doors. The addition of a B-pillar on the extended cab model provides more rigidity to the cab, but don't mistake the extended cab model for the much more spacious crew cab version, which has similar regular doors for the second row.
But there should be no confusing the new-generation Silverado with the previous one. The previous model was a good truck, but it had gotten old and the competition had passed it by. This Silverado catches up, powered by three new engines, new technology, and an interior that could go inside a Cadillac Escalade.
It doesn't matter which English a Silverado owner speaks: It's a great truck in any language.
|2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500||LT Z71 Crew Cab 4WD||LTZ Crew Cab 4WD|
|PRICE AS TESTED||$46,400||$48,935|
|LAYOUT||Front-engine, 4WD, 5-pass, 4-door truck||Front-engine, 4WD, 5-pass, 4-door truck|
|ENGINE||4.3L/285-hp/305-lb-ft OHV 12-valve V-6||5.3L/355-hp/383-lb-ft OHV 16-valve V-8|
|TRANSMISSION||6-speed automatic||6-speed automatic|
|WHEELBASE||143.5 in||143.5 in|
|LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT||230.0 x 80.0 x 74.0 in||230.0 x 80.0 x 74.0 in|
|CURB WEIGHT||5139 lb (mfr)||5218 lb (mfr)|
|MAX GVWR||7100 lb||7200 lb|
|PAYLOAD CAPACITY||1936 lb||1957 lb|
|TOWING CAPACITY||5900 lb||9800 lb|
|EPA CITY/HWY FUEL ECON||Not yet rated||16/22 mpg|
|CO2 EMISSIONS||Not yet rated||1.06 lb/mi|
|ON SALE IN U.S.||Summer 2013||Spring 2013 (est)|
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While MBSR has been shown to be effective in reducing stress and improving mental health, there are also some issues with the program that are worth discussing.
Different Issues With MBSR
Here, we will be discussing the issue with MBSR and also provide some backup information for it.
One issue is that MBSR can be difficult for some people to practice consistently, especially if they have busy schedules or find it hard to focus during meditation.
2 . Not Effective For Everyone
Another issue with MBSR is that it may not be effective for everyone.
For example, people with severe mental health issues or trauma may not benefit from the program, and it may even exacerbate their symptoms.
In these cases, it’s important to work with a mental health professional who can provide more specialized treatment.
3. Positive Or Negative Belief
Additionally, some people may find that MBSR reinforces certain negative attitudes or beliefs.
For example, if someone believes that their stress is caused by external factors that they can’t control, practicing mindfulness may not be helpful for them.
They may need to address the root causes of their stress through other means, such as therapy or lifestyle changes.
Despite these issues, there are many examples of people who have benefited from MBSR. One such example is a study conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
The study found that MBSR can be effective in reducing anxiety and depression in people with chronic pain.
However, the effectiveness of MBSR may also depend on the experience and skill of the instructor.
In a study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, researchers found that the quality of the instructor’s training and experience was a key factor in determining the effectiveness of the program.
4. Not Accessible To Everyone
Another issue with MBSR is that it may not be accessible to everyone.
The cost of attending a class or workshop can be a barrier for some people, and not everyone has access to a trained instructor in their area.
This is especially true for people who live in rural or remote areas, where mental health services may be limited.
Furthermore, MBSR is often presented as a standalone treatment, rather than as part of a larger mental health plan.
This can be problematic, as mindfulness techniques may not address all of the underlying issues contributing to someone’s stress or anxiety.
For example, someone with financial stress may benefit more from financial counseling than from practicing mindfulness.
It’s also important to note that practicing mindfulness can be challenging for some people, especially those who have experienced trauma or have a history of mental health issues. In some cases, mindfulness techniques may even trigger anxiety or panic attacks.
In these cases, it’s important to work with a mental health professional who can help you navigate these challenges and provide appropriate support.
Despite these issues, there are many ways to address the limitations of MBSR. For example, some organizations offer free or low-cost mindfulness programs for people who can’t afford to attend a class or workshop.
Additionally, online resources and apps can make mindfulness techniques more accessible to people who live in remote areas or have busy schedules.
In conclusion, while MBSR has shown promise as a tool for reducing stress and improving mental health, it’s important to be aware of its limitations and potential drawbacks.
The program may not be effective for everyone, and it’s important to work with a mental health professional to determine whether it’s an appropriate treatment option for you.

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Everything you need to know about LEED
What does it mean for a building to be LEED Certified? “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design” (LEED) Certification is awarded to buildings that are designed, built and operated sustainably, meaning they have a lesser negative impact on the environment around them.
According to Canada Green Building Council, buildings generate up to 35% of all greenhouse gases, 35% of landfill waste (from construction and demolition), and up to 70% of municipal water is consumed in and around buildings. So it’s important that buildings are built and operated as green as possible, to lessen their harmful impact on the world and help meet environmental goals.
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Image: Minto Communities' LEED Certified Upperwest condos in Ottawa
Many of us see “LEED Certified” on buildings and in the news, but do we actually know what it means? Believe it or not, the structures that surround us greatly impact our health and the well-being of our planet. They generate waste with the materials that are used to construct them and are costly to maintain.
This is where we introduce you to LEED Certified buildings and homes. LEED (meaning “Leadership in Energy and Design”) provides a framework that ensures the creation of healthy, highly efficient and cost-saving green buildings. It’s a third-party certification sustainable rating system for buildings and homes.
And fun fact, Canada ranked second in the world for LEED certified buildings a as of the end of 2018. How cool is that? What’s cooler (although we might be biased) is that Minto Communities and Minto Apartments are included in that statistic. People are really considering the impact their homes have on the environment to keep up with their living green lifestyles.
How do buildings get LEED Certified?
Image: Kitchen in 1235 Marlborough, Minto Apartments’ LEED Certified Purpose-Built Rental in Oakville
Many steps and strategies are used to analyze key areas of human and environmental health that develop the decision of what buildings get LEED Certified. Canada Green Building Council lists the key areas as:
• Location and transportation
• Sustainable site development
• Water savings
• Energy efficiency
• Materials selection
• Indoor environmental quality
Points are awarded based on the categories listed above. There are also four possible levels of certifications that a building or home can achieve with the number of points collected:
• Certified: 40-49 points
• Silver: 50-59 points
• Gold: 60-79 points
• Platinum: 80+ points
The different level of certifications accommodate all different project types and goals. A point system references the level of green a building or home has reached, with platinum being the ultimate level of green achievement!
Canada’s a “Top 10” LEED country
The U.S. Green Building Council released its annual list of Top 10 Countries and Regions for LEED Certified projects internationally, and Canada has topped the list, placing second! Canada has the most significant number of LEED Certified projects outside of the U.S. with a combined total of 4,025 certified projects as of January 2019.
Since 2005, Canada’s LEED Certified projects have led to:
• Energy savings of 16.7 million eMWh (enough to power 570,000 homes in Canada for a full year)
• Water savings totaling over 30 billion litres (equal to what flows over the Canadian Horseshoe of Niagara Falls in four hours)
• Recycling over 3.6 million tons of construction and demolition waste (equal to one year’s total waste disposal in British Columbia)
• GHG reduction of 3.24 million CO2e tons in greenhouse gas emissions (which would be like taking 690,000 cars off the roads for a year)
• Green roofs amounting to 355,000 square metres (enough to green the length of the Don Valley Parkway in Toronto)
The Canada Green Building Council took it one step further by ranking Canada’s provinces on the total number of certifications each holds:
1. Ontario – 1,647 certifications
2. Quebec – 853 certifications
3. British Columbia – 607 certifications
4. Alberta – 556 certifications
5. Atlantic – 170 certifications
6. Manitoba – 121 certifications
7. Saskatchewan – 63 certifications
8. North West Territories – 8 certifications
Based on these numbers, Canada is definitely heading in the right direction to reduce waste and consumption by minimizing the impacts our buildings have on the environment surrounding them.
Minto Group's LEED Certifications
Image: Green roof on Minto Communities’ 30Roe LEED Certified condo in Toronto
Around the world the number if LEED Certifications is growing, as is Minto's LEED portfolio. Since 2009, we’ve been committed to achieving a minimum of LEED Silver Certification on all of our new high-rise developments.
Here's our list of top LEED Certified buildings in Canada:
1. MintoMidtown – Built by Minto Communities but no longer owned or operated by us, this was North America’s largest condominium project to receive LEED Gold certification at the time it was built.
2. Minto Communities’ 30Roe – A fully occupied condominium project in Toronto with LEED Gold Certification. A whopping 94 percent of construction waste was diverted from landfill. Great job, Minto Communities!
3. Minto Commercial’s 180 Kent Street – Achieved LEED Platinum Certification. With Platinum being the highest standard in LEED Certification, this 20-storey commercial building was the first LEED Platinum Core and Shell office tower in Canada!
4. Minto Apartments’ 1235 Marlborough – This 14-storey, purpose-built rental building in Oakville achieved LEED Certification in September 2018. 1235 Marlborough was built to provide utility cost savings to renters, enhanced comfort, health and wellness, and reduce the building’s impact on the environment.
5. Minto Communities’ Lansdowne – LEED Gold Certification was awarded to Minto Communities in 2018 for their Lansdowne condos in Ottawa – the Vibe and Rideau.
6. Minto Communities’ The Annex – These brand new condos in Kensington, Calgary are LEED Certified to reduce consumer costs and create sustainable living for future generations.
7. Minto Communities’ UpperWest – These eco-friendly condos in Ottawa were awarded LEED Certification in 2015, built thoughtfully with water and energy conservation technology.
What does LEED Certification mean to you?
LEED Certifications, while proving that a building is greener for the environment, benefits us all, too. This means cost savings because you’re living or working in a building with environmentally conscious features without sacrificing comfort.
If you’d like to keep up with current LEED Certified projects in Ontario, check out this live interactive Green Building Map. Buying a LEED Certified home is the perfect step toward reducing your environmental footprint – and bringing balance to the conservation and preservation of the Earth’s natural resources.
Any questions? Want to let us know what living in a LEED Certified building means to you? Tell us with #LiveBetter10.


Women's Rowing Picked Second in Conference Preseason Poll
Feb. 27, 2013
CENTER VALLEY, Pa. - The Navy women's rowing team has been selected second in the 2013 Patriot League Preseason Poll, voted on by the conference's coaches and sports information contacts. Bucknell has won the last seven conference championships and was again selected to finish atop the league.
Bucknell garnered 50 points and 10 first-place votes to take the top spot in the preseason poll. Navy, which nabbed a pair of first-place votes, was second with 41 points, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology was third with 33 points. Holy Cross (27), Colgate (16) and Lehigh (13) round of the preseason poll.
Last season at the Patriot League Championships, Navy placed second overall. The Mids won the second varsity eight race, placed second in the varsity four and took third in the varsity eight competition. The win in the second varsity race marked the third consecutive season the Mids had a least one boat win a conference title.
The Patriot League Championships will be held on May 17 on Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester, Mass. With the NCAA Rowing Championship bracket expanded from 16 teams to 22 this season, the Patriot League champion will earn an automatic bid to the national tournament, set for May 31-June 2 in Indianapolis, Ind.
Navy opens the 2013 season on March 30 with the Murphy Cup Regatta in Cherry Hill, N.J.
Team - Points (1st-place votes)
1. Bucknell - 50 (10)
2. Navy - 41 (2)
3. MIT - 33
4. Holy Cross - 27
5. Colgate - 16
6. Lehigh - 13


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Sylvia Plath: A Gift in Plaster
Updated: Mar 24, 2021
Image: Unsplash, downloaded https://unsplash.com/photos/3q7T9DtWqGU (18.3.2021.)
Tale of a Tub
The photographic chamber of the eye
records bare painted walls, while an electric light
lays the chromium nerves of plumbing raw;
such poverty assaults the ego; caught
naked in the merely actual room,
the stranger in the lavatory mirror
puts on a public grin, repeats our name
but scrupulously reflects the usual terror.
Just how guilty are we when the ceiling
reveals no cracks that can be decoded? when washbowl
maintains it has no more holy calling
than physical ablution, and the towel
dryly disclaims that fierce troll faces lurk
in its explicit folds? or when the window,
blind with steam, will not admit the dark
which shrouds our prospects in ambiguous shadow?
Twenty years ago, the familiar tub
bred an ample batch of omens; but now
water faucets spawn no danger; each crab
and octopus -- scrabbling just beyond the view,
waiting for some accidental break
in ritual, to strike -- is definitely gone;
the authentic sea denies them and will pluck
fantastic flesh down to the honest bone.
We take the plunge; under water our limbs
waver, faintly green, shuddering away
from the genuine color of skin; can our dreams
ever blur the intransigent lines which draw
the shape that shuts us in? absolute fact
intrudes even when the revolted eye
is closed; the tub exists behind our back;
its glittering surfaces are blank and true.
Yet always the ridiculous nude flanks urge
the fabrication of some cloth to cover
such starkness; accuracy must not stalk at large:
each day demands we create our whole world over,
disguising the constant horror in a coat
of many-colored fictions; we mask our past
in the green of Eden, pretend future's shining fruit
can sprout from the navel of this present waste.
In this particular tub, two knees jut up
like icebergs, while minute brown hairs rise
on arms and legs in a fringe of kelp; green soap
navigates the tidal slosh of seas
breaking on legendary beaches; in faith
we shall board our imagined ship and wildly sail
among sacred islands of the mad till death
shatters the fabulous stars and makes us real.
I shall never get out of this! There are two of me now:
This new absolutely white person and the old yellow one,
And the white person is certainly the superior one.
She doesn't need food, she is one of the real saints.
At the beginning I hated her, she had no personality --
She lay in bed with me like a dead body
And I was scared, because she was shaped just the way I was
Only much whiter and unbreakable and with no complaints.
I couldn't sleep for a week, she was so cold.
I blamed her for everything, but she didn't answer.
I couldn't understand her stupid behavior!
When I hit her she held still, like a true pacifist.
Then I realized what she wanted was for me to love her:
She began to warm up, and I saw her advantages.
Without me, she wouldn't exist, so of course she was grateful.
I gave her a soul, I bloomed out of her as a rose
Blooms out of a vase of not very valuable porcelain,
And it was I who attracted everybody's attention,
Not her whiteness and beauty, as I had at first supposed.
I patronized her a little, and she lapped it up --
You could tell almost at once she had a slave mentality.
I didn't mind her waiting on me, and she adored it.
In the morning she woke me early, reflecting the sun
From her amazingly white torso, and I couldn't help but notice
Her tidiness and her calmness and her patience:
She humored my weakness like the best of nurses,
Holding my bones in place so they would mend properly.
In time our relationship grew more intense.
She stopped fitting me so closely and seemed offish.
I felt her criticizing me in spite of herself,
As if my habits offended her in some way.
She let in the drafts and became more and more absent-minded.
And my skin itched and flaked away in soft pieces
Simply because she looked after me so badly.
Then I saw what the trouble was: she thought she was immortal.
She wanted to leave me, she thought she was superior,
And I'd been keeping her in the dark, and she was resentful --
Wasting her days waiting on a half-corpse!
And secretly she began to hope I'd die.
Then she could cover my mouth and eyes, cover me entirely,
And wear my painted face the way a mummy-case
Wears the face of a pharaoh, though it's made of mud and water.
I wasn't in any position to get rid of her.
She'd supported me for so long I was quite limp --
I had forgotten how to walk or sit,
So I was careful not to upset her in any way
Or brag ahead of time how I'd avenge myself.
Living with her was like living with my own coffin:
Yet I still depended on her, though I did it regretfully.
I used to think we might make a go of it together --
After all, it was a kind of marriage, being so close.
Now I see it must be one or the other of us.
She may be a saint, and I may be ugly and hairy,
But she'll soon find out that that doesn't matter a bit.
I'm collecting my strength; one day I shall manage without her,
And she'll perish with emptiness then, and begin to miss me.
Not easy to state the change you made.
If I'm alive now, then I was dead,
Though, like a stone, unbothered by it,
Staying put according to habit.
You didn't just tow me an inch, no--
Nor leave me to set my small bald eye
Skyward again, without hope, of course,
Of apprehending blueness, or stars.
That wasn't it. I slept, say: a snake
Masked among black rocks as a black rock
In the white hiatus of winter--
Like my neighbors, taking no pleasure
In the million perfectly-chisled
Cheeks alighting each moment to melt
My cheeks of basalt. They turned to tears,
Angels weeping over dull natures,
But didn't convince me. Those tears froze.
Each dead head had a visor of ice.
And I slept on like a bent finger.
The first thing I was was sheer air
And the locked drops rising in dew
Limpid as spirits. Many stones lay
Dense and expressionless round about.
I didn't know what to make of it.
I shone, mice-scaled, and unfolded
To pour myself out like a fluid
Among bird feet and the stems of plants.
I wasn't fooled. I knew you at once.
Tree and stone glittered, without shadows.
My finger-length grew lucent as glass.
I started to bud like a March twig:
An arm and a leg, and arm, a leg.
From stone to cloud, so I ascended.
Now I resemble a sort of god
Floating through the air in my soul-shift
Pure as a pane of ice. It's a gift.
Source: The collected poems (Plath, S. (1992.), The collected poems, New York: Harper Perennial)
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On this week’s Gift Guides, we are talking all things co-operative games. We love suggesting co-op games to new gamers and families with younger kids. But co-op games can be great for all ages and gamer types. Here’s a list of our favorite co-op games for the gamer in your life who wants everyone to win!
*As of this posting, all of these games are in stock*
8 years +
In Pandemic, several virulent diseases have broken out simultaneously all over the world! The players are disease-fighting specialists whose mission is to treat disease hotspots while researching cures for each of four plagues before they get out of hand. Taking a unique role within the team, players must plan their strategy to mesh with their specialists’ strengths in order to conquer the diseases. Make sure to check out all of the versions of Pandemic to find the one that best fits your group.
12 years +
Space Alertis a game where players become crew members of a small spaceship scanning dangerous sectors of the galaxy. The missions last just 10 real-time minutes (hyperspace jump, sector scan, hyperspace jump back) and the only task the players have is to protect their ship. During play, the central computer will announce the presence of various threats on one the supplied 10 minute soundtracks that also acts as a game timer. The threats vary from space battleships and interceptors to different interstellar monsters and abominations, asteroids or even intruders and malfunctions on the spaceship. Players have to agree who will take care of which task and coordinate their actions in real time to defend the ship. Only a well-working team can survive 10 minutes and make the jump back to safety.
14 years +
Gloomhaven is a game of Euro-inspired tactical combat in a persistent world of shifting motives. Players will take on the role of a wandering adventurer with their own special set of skills and their own reasons for traveling to this dark corner of the world. Players must work together out of necessity to clear out menacing dungeons and forgotten ruins. In the process, they will enhance their abilities with experience and loot, discover new locations to explore and plunder, and expand an ever-branching story fueled by the decisions they make.
12 years +
The LOOP is a quirky game in which you battle the evil Dr. Faux. Play a Temporal Agent in four different game modes, full of new challenges and replay value. Gather powerful artifacts, defy the Doctor’s duplicates, and sabotage his maniacal machine. Make the most of your cards and master the LOOP to use them multiple times in impressive chains — but the Doctor isn’t going to make this easy on you! The evil Dr. Faux has built a terrrrible time machine! With the help of the duplicates of himself that he is creating through the ages, he aims to carry out his Omniscience 2000 project to become master of the universe. But the rifts that he is opening in spacetime will probably destroy quantum space way sooner…
12 years +
In the tactical game Uk’otoa, factions of sailors vie to be the last claimed by the raging sea leviathan Uk’otoa. As the ship slowly falls into the ocean, you have to run, push, and sacrifice others to win! Uk’otoa is a semi co-operative game where you work together with the players on either side of you. But only one person will emerge victorious!
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle
11 years +
The forces of evil are threatening to overrun Hogwarts castle in Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle, a co-op deck-building game, and it’s up to four students to ensure the safety of the school by defeating villains and consolidating their defenses. In the game, players take on the role of a Hogwarts student: Harry, Ron, Hermione or Neville, each with their own personal deck of cards that’s used to acquire resources.
We are back with another curated Gift Guide! This time for that awesome board game family in your life. Do they all love hanging out and playing a low strategy game together? Do they have their own night of the week that they hang out at home and play games? If the answer is yes, this is the list for you!
As of posting, all of these games are currently in stock!
Ticket to Ride
With elegantly simple gameplay, Ticket to Ride can be learned in under 15 minutes. Players collect cards of various types of train cars they then use to claim railway routes in North America. The longer the routes, the more points they earn. Additional points come to those who fulfill Destination Tickets – goal cards that connect distant cities; and to the player who builds the longest continuous route.
In Catan, players try to be the dominant force on the island of Catan by building settlements, cities, and roads. On each turn dice are rolled to determine what resources the island produces. Players build by spending resources (sheep, wheat, wood, brick and ore) that are depicted by these resource cards; each land type, with the exception of the unproductive desert, produces a specific resource: hills produce brick, forests produce wood, mountains produce ore, fields produce wheat, and pastures produce sheep.
Draft dice and use the tools-of-the-trade in Sagrada to carefully construct your stained glass window masterpiece. Each player builds a stained glass window by building up a grid of dice on their player board. Each board has some restrictions on which color or shade (value) of die can be placed there. Dice of the same shade or color may never be placed next to each other. Dice are drafted in player order, with the start player rotating each round, snaking back around after the last player drafts two dice. Scoring is variable per game based on achieving various patterns and varieties of placement…as well as bonus points for dark shades of a particular hidden goal color.
Splendor is a game of chip-collecting and card development. Players are merchants of the Renaissance trying to buy gem mines, means of transportation, shops—all in order to acquire the most prestige points. If you’re wealthy enough, you might even receive a visit from a noble at some point, which of course will further increase your prestige.
Dungeon Decorators is a competitive “light euro” tile-drafting strategy game. Select tiles that give you the right combination of chilling chambers, harrowing hallways and dire decorations, then play goal cards to score points. The player who scores the most points achieves victory by impressing the client and setting them on their path to becoming the next legendary evil!
D&D Dungeon Scrawlers
In Dungeons & Dragons: Dungeon Scrawlers – Heroes of Undermountain, you and other adventurers are drawn together to delve into Undermountain, an immense underground of dungeons created by the Mad Mage, Halaster Blackcloak. Use your markers to trace your path, defeating monsters, casting spells, connecting artifact fragments, and collecting shiny treasure on the way! The round ends when one player defeats that dungeon’s mighty boss, so you have only a few minutes to collect as much loot as possible. The player with the most points after exploring three dungeons wins!
Kabuto Sumo is a game where you are one of the contending beetles that is battling for supremacy in the ring and your place in the pantheon of legendary wrestlers. The gameplay of Kabuto Sumo resembles the coin-pusher arcade games in which you strategically drop quarters and anxiously anticipate coins cascading off the platform. This game features a similar experience, with you trying to strategically slide pieces onto the board and push the other players out of the ring. It’s an exciting combination of dexterity, strategy, and luck.
In Azul, players take turns drafting colored tiles from suppliers to their player board. Later in the round, players score points based on how they’ve placed their tiles to decorate the palace. Extra points are scored for specific patterns and completing sets; wasted supplies harm the player’s score. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins.
In Camel Up, up to eight players bet on five racing camels, trying to suss out which ones will place first and second in a quick race around a pyramid. The earlier you place your bet, the more you can win — should you guess correctly, of course. Camels don’t run neatly, however, sometimes landing on top of another one and being carried toward the finish line. Who’s going to run when? That all depends on how the dice come out of the pyramid dice shaker, which releases one die at a time when players pause from their bets long enough to see who’s actually moving!
Hello my Meeples Peoples! As many of you know, not only did we host our very first Pop-Up Gen Con, but Garrett and I went to Indianapolis to be there in person. Between Pop-Up Gen Con and Gen Con Indy, we have a bunch of new library games that we want to showcase! Because we have so many new ones, this will be broken into two parts for ease of reading. All of these games are currently in our library to play and most are in store to purchase!
Bayou Bash-Wyrd Miniatures
Bayou Bashis a chaotic racing game for 2-4 players filled with rambunctious racers who will do anything to win over the most fans before crossing the finish line. Each player takes control of a racer with unique abilities, and must battle for victory across the customizable track while gaining fans along the way. In Bayou Bash, it’s not about who crosses the finish line first, but who pulls off the craziest tricks during the race!
Taco Bell Party Pack Card Game-Ravensburger
In Taco Bell Party Pack Card Game, players gather various kinds of Taco Bell menu items, including crunchy tacos, bean burritos and Freezes, in an attempt to feed a crew of Taco Bell fans. Each member of a player’s crew comes with specific cravings that need to be sated and doing so earns crave chips — tokens that look like tortilla chips and that have a surprise amount of points to reveal at the end of the game. Players can also use “sauce cards” to help snag food items and win.
Kabuto Sumo is not currently for sale at the store, but we love it so much we are hoping to be able to carry it soon!
In Kabuto Sumo, you are one of the contending beetles that is battling for supremacy in the ring and your place in the pantheon of legendary wrestlers. The gameplay of Kabuto Sumo resembles the coin-pusher arcade games in which you strategically drop quarters and anxiously anticipate coins cascading off the platform. This game features a similar experience, with you trying to strategically slide pieces onto the board and push the other players out of the ring. It’s an exciting combination of dexterity, strategy, and luck.
Mickey and Friends Food Fight! – The Op Games
It’s a carefree day at the beach with your favorite Disney friends-that’s it, until it’s time for lunch! Fresh from the Snack Shack, Mickey and Donald race to serve Minnie and Daisy, but Goofy steps in and trips them, and soon enough, everyone is wearing their meals! Get in on a chaos of concessions by tossing hamburgers, shakes, fries and other treats at your friends to clear your food tray the fastest! Earn Mickey Medals for splattering opponents with the most snacks and be the first with three to win the Disney Mickey and Friends Food Fight!
In the Funkoverse Strategy Game, you combine your favorite characters and go head-to-head in four exciting game scenarios. Use your characters’ unique abilities to gain points and achieve victory! Funkoverse has been around, but we were able to pick up an awesome Game of Thrones one for the library!
Gravwell: 2nd Edition-Renegade Games
In Gravwell, players command spaceships that have been pulled through a black hole, transporting them into a different dimension. With each ship lacking fuel to get home, each player must collect basic elements from surrounding asteroids, using the gravity of the dimension and what little resources they have in order to reach the warp gate that will take them home. But in this dimension, moving ships will travel towards the nearest object, which is usually another ship, and when those objects are moving either forward or backward, reaching the warp gate isn’t always easy. Time is running out to save your crew and your ship! As a grim reminder of the cost of failing to escape, the frozen hulks of dead spacecraft litter the escape route — but with careful card play, you can slingshot past these derelict craft and be the first to escape from the Gravwell!
Who’s safe when there are cannibals hiding among you? That’s the question at the heart of this fast-paced game of social deduction in which cannibals and pioneers face off in a fight for survival. Set in the winter of 1846, players are members of the ill-fated Donner Party wagon train, stranded atop a mountain with no food. Who will avoid becoming tonight’s dinner and make it off the mountain alive? And who are the suspicious scoundrels hungry for human flesh? Donner Dinner Party is a social deduction game in which players are either pioneer or cannibal. Each player has equipment as well, and sometimes that will help you survive — unless of course you’re a cannibal, in which case you might want to play dumb about what you have.
In Doctor! Doctor!, your patient is waiting, and the other doctors aren’t sure of your surgical skill. Show them who has the steadiest hand in the O.R. by completing more procedures than your competitors in this fast-paced, nerve-fraying dexterity game of concentration and operation.
Through the mist, you can just about see the gigantic form of the factory. This is where the essence of dreams is shaped! We will enter the factory through the grand entrance. Here are the famous machines! You can repair, combine or dismantle them. They will produce the resources needed to repair more powerful machines. I am sure that you will quickly make the best use of your resources and the space available in your workshop to carry out the projects of the design office and gain Victory points! Imaginarium is a strategy, combination and development game.
In passtally, you take turns placing tiles on the game board to create a line connecting your player markers. The more tiles the line passes through, and the higher those tiles are stacked, the more points you score!
In Amoeba, players place tiles in order to build the biggest amoebas, then they claim those amoebas by placing their nuclei markers on them. Players can also place tiles on top of completed amoebas to split them, reducing an opponent’s score. There are twelve unique tiles that will require pattern recognition and strategic thinking to grow the largest amoeba. The game ends when all tiles are played, and the player with the biggest amoeba wins.
In Deadly Doodles, players simultaneously draw paths through a dangerous dungeon. Draw cards, draw a path through your dungeon, and rack up points! Collect loot and fight monsters…or run away screaming! Can you defeat the dragon for the big score?
In The Towers of Arkhanos, players must jointly build arcane towers to channel the power of past civilizations. For this, your master and apprentices must use magic stones (dice) and apply abilities written in the book of magic, acquiring prestige and becoming the magician with incredible reputation in the kingdom. The player will control one of the magic schools(different colors) from the realms of Drunagor and try and build the magic towers in order to gain more prestige points to be appointed the greatest wizard of the realm.
The Beast has invited you to his castle for a Masquerade. When you enter, you are magically transformed into the identity of another character from The Grimm Forest! The Beast enjoys his antics! Players will be outed if they are given 2 artifacts of their bane, but can win the magical masquerade if they are able to collect 3 artifacts of their favor. Don’t worry if you are outed early, you take on the role of a Ghost, you get to guess what character you think will win the magical masquerade and if you are correct, you win along with them! You also take a turn handing out Artifacts to characters to try and sway the ball to your favor! Collect 3 Artifacts of Favor or to be the last player remaining will win.
Score points in Narwhal Free for All by flipping your colored rings onto the tusks of the narwhals floating in the ice arena. Earn bonus points when your rings land on the narwhal that matches your color or on the center iceberg. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins!
Dead Man’s Cabal is a mid-weight strategy game. In the game, players compete to bring the dead back to life so that they can throw a party with actual, you know, guests. The gameplay is a clever interplay of a unique action selection mechanism that allows players to choose both a private action followed by a group action, requiring tense decision-making on the timing of the different phases of the game. Collect bodies, crystal skulls, and runes, then bring the dead back to life. This might sound simple enough, but triggering the actions in just the right order requires careful planning to make sure you aren’t helping your competitors more than yourself.

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A Teenager who has admitted stealing more than a dozen cars was released on bail due to a “delay of extraordinary proportions” securing directions from the DPP.
Ronnie Dearman, aged 18, of Galtee Drive, O’Malley Park is accused of stealing 15 cars at a variety of locations across the city and county on separate dates between February 25, 2014 and July 7, 2014.
Mr Dearman, whose bail was revoked last August was granted bail despite garda objections.
Opposing the application, Detective Garda Ger Healy said he had concerns the defendant would commit further offences if released and that he would not obey his bail conditions.
Judge Marian O’Leary was told Mr Dearman, who has indicated he intends pleading guilty, was granted bail when he first appeared in court on July 31 last.
However Sergeant Donal Cronin said his bail was revoked less than a month later as he breached the conditions of his bail on 11 separate occasions.
Det Garda Healy said a “large and comprehensive” file was prepared and sent to the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) on November 3, last.
He added that he could not explain the delay in securing directions.
Solicitor John Herbert said his client had been in custody for more than four months and that the delay was “rather extraordinary” given his client’s admissions .
He told the court that his client, who spent Christmas in custody, would abide by any bail conditions imposed by the court.
“There will be no more tomfoolery, he does not intend returning to stealing cars,” he said.
Judge O’Leary said she was granting bail given the unusual delay.
Mr Dearman was ordered to live at his mother’s address, obey a nightly curfew and sign on daily at Roxboro Road garda station.
He was also ordered to stay away from the city centre except when attending court sittings or the social welfare offices on Dominick Street.
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Pride Toronto was not on the list of over 50 festivals awarded grants on Friday as part of the federal government's two-year, $100-million Marquee Tourism program.
In a statement Friday, Industry Minister Tony Clement said there are 20 new beneficiaries this year, and the fund's second-year goal was to "ensure regional fairness by making sure every corner of Canada benefits from this temporary stimulus program.
"Since Canada is a vast and diverse country, it is important that tourism events in every corner of the country are given the opportunity to promote Canada as a global destination of choice," Clement said.
In an interview with The Canadian Press, Clement said it's inaccurate to say the pride festival's funding has been "cut off." He said there was "a whole new application process" this year and no event was guaranteed to get money just because they got some last year.
The two Toronto events that will get funding are the Luminato arts festival and the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Clement said both are making new attempts to reach international audiences.
He said the pride festival is "a very successful event, it's obviously able to stand on its own two feet."
But Pride Toronto executive director Tracey Sandilands called the decision a "clear indication that the federal government doesn't believe that queer arts and culture is worth investment in."
"We are very disappointed…. We believe that that is a very strong message for the queer community, especially here in Toronto," Sandilands told the CBC's Rosemary Barton.
Sandilands said the news took her organization by surprise. It hasn't been formally told about the decision and only learned about it through the media.
Pride Toronto's contact at Industry Canada had informed them just two days ago that no decision had been made, she added.
Pride Toronto organizers have been planning $600,000 worth of enhancements for tourists and festival-goers, she said.
"This is again another example, in my opinion, of a reckless, ideological cut from a Conservative government which actually has a history of attacking gay rights," said Liberal tourism critic Navdeep Bains.
It is not the first time that questions have been raised about the government's handling of the Marquee Tourism program, which was introduced as a component of the 2009 federal budget.
Last year, Diane Ablonczy, one of Prime Minister Stephen Harper's junior ministers, was removed from her responsibility of running the program. The decision came after she awarded $400,000 to Pride Toronto.
Saskatchewan MP Brad Trost, a fellow Conservative, told the anti-abortion website LifeSiteNews last July that Ablonczy was being punished for the decision to give $400,000 from the Marquee Tourism Events Program to Toronto's Pride Parade.
Trost was quoted as calling it "a very isolated decision" that was not supported "by a large majority of the MPs."
Trost's comments were dismissed by Clement's office, which said Ablonczy's office wasn't as well staffed as Clement's to handle the program while also trying to complete a federal tourism growth strategy.
Toronto's Pride Week attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year. Hundreds of thousands more either turn out or tune in on television to watch the free-wheeling parade that is the week's centrepiece.
Pride Toronto officials said last summer's Pride Week contributed more than $100 million to the province's economy.


Whether you are performing regular maintenance or experiencing any issues with gear shifts there’s a lot to learn about transmission fluid.
Well, then the question rises about the best choice of AX5 transmission fluid, which one is it?
75W-90 gear oil with API specification of GL-3 or Gl-4 is the best choice of transmission fluid for AX5 transmission. The Viscosity of this fluid is suitable for cold and hot temperatures. Moreover, it offers excellent oxidation resistance, proper lubrication, and shear stability.
Wanna know more about the transmission fluid? Well then let’s hop on to details right away-
What Kind of Fluid is Used in AX5 Transmission?
AX5 transmission is a manual transmission commonly found in Jeep vehicles like Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler models. 75W-90 gear oil with API specification of GL-3 or Gl-4 is normally used for this transmission.
But before you go ahead and buy this fluid from your hardware store here are a few things you should know and go through-
The total amount of fluid that a particular component or system can hold is the fluid capacity of that component or system. Manual Transmission such as the AX5 usually has a capacity of approximately 2 to 3.5 quarts (2.0 to 3.1 liters).
But for transmission fluid capacity is the amount of fluid needed for proper lubrication and operation of the transmission. This capacity might vary depending on your vehicle. Check your owner’s manual to see the accurate capacity information for your vehicle.
Viscosity determines a fluid’s resistance to flow under certain pressure. This property of transmission fluid affects its ability to lubricate and protect the internal components of the transmission.
75W-90 GL3 or GL4 fluid is specified using the SAE(Society of Automotive Engineers) viscosity classification. “75W” indicates the rating of the fluid during the startup of the vehicle or at colder temperatures.
The ‘W’ stands for winter and 75 represents the fluid’s winter viscosity rating. It means that this fluid has a really low viscosity when it’s at a cold temperature. This allows smoother shifting during cold starts or when you just start the engine. Without fluid with such viscosity, it will be harder for transmission to shift into overdrive.
The number “90” represents the fluid’s kinematic viscosity at 100 °C. It means how the fluid will react when the transmission is under load and heat is being produced.
With a high number of 90 this transmission fluid ensures higher viscosity and better protection under higher temperature conditions.
Specifications such as API are the industry standard that helps to define the quality and performance required from petroleum products. This ensures the compatibility of the product and its performance.
75W-90 GL-3 transmission fluids GL-3 part indicates the API specification. This GL-3 fluid usually has moderate EP(Extreme Pressure) properties. So, it’s mostly used in a transmission that doesn’t require enhanced EP protection.
GL-4 on the other hand comes with higher EP and more protection against gear wear. So this is best for transmission with higher loads and severe operating conditions. GL-4 is also used as a Jeep transfer case fluid.
Both of these will be good for AX5 transmission but some prefer GL-4 over the other one. But at the end of the day, it depends on what is required by your specific model of vehicle.
Synthetic or Conventional Fluid:
Synthetic fluid provides more improved lubrication and enhances thermal stability. It also offers higher resistance to oxidation and breakdown under high temperatures.
As a result, it has a smoother cold start, longer lifespans, and extended drain intervals. But it’s on the costlier side.
Conventional fluid on the other hand has lower thermal stability and a shorter lifespan with a more affordable price tag.
Between synthetic and conventional, synthetic fluid is a better choice for AX5 transmission. It will ensure better performance and longevity. But your manufacturer’s label might suggest otherwise so it’s best to check beforehand.
75W-90 GL-3 or Gl-4 usually comes in synthetic formulations. But there are some conventional fluids that meet the 75W-90 viscosity grade and GL-3 or Gl-4 specifications.
The condition of the transmission, specific vehicle application, and quality of the fluid used determine how much the performance will be enhanced. With a suitable transmission fluid like 75W-90, you can expect smoother gear shifts, reduced gear clash, and overall improved shifting performance.
Moreover, the lubricating properties and additives in the fluid will ensure the minimization of wear on the gears, synchronizers, bearings, and other moving parts. This will prolong their lifespan and promote a smoother operation.
Although the transmission fluid will enhance the performance, this overall improvement is mostly dependent on proper maintenance.
AX5 transmission fluid’s price can vary a lot depending on the brand, the type of fluid, and the location as well. Moreover, the packaging size such as whether you are buying a quart or gallon will also affect the price.
As of 16th May 2023, the price of 1 QT (quart) Valvoline SynPower SAE 75W-90 Full Synthetic Gear Oil is $12.21. This can be different in your particular location. And for other brands, the price can be slightly more or less. But for 1 QT is usually between $8 to $20.
How Often Should You Change AX5 Transmission Fluid?
The exact time to change the AX5 transmission fluid might vary depending on the type of transmission, the use of your vehicle, and the type of fluid you use. But most manufacturers recommend changing the fluid every 30,000 to 60,000 miles for manual transmission.
If you are not sure about the mileage (bought an old car), you can look for these signs, which indicate that your vehicle needs a fluid change-
- Unexpectedly going forward or backward
- Difficulty while shifting
- Excessive grinding noise while shifting
- Gears slipping
How to Change the Transmission Fluid?
This is something you can do at home easily. But if you are not used to doing these then it’s best to leave these changes to professionals. With that being said here are the tools you will be needing for the process-
1. Torque Wrench
2. Ratchet Set
3. Plastic Scraper
4. Abrasive Pad for Gasket
5. Brake Cleaner
7. Safety Goggles
8. Paper Towel
10. Container to store old fluid
11. Ramp or Jack Stand
With the tools gathered now let’s move on to the steps-
Step 1: Raise the Vehicle Using the Ramp or Jack Stand
First, you need to elevate your vehicle with a Jack stand or ramp to reach the transmission pan. Take the ramp or Jack stand and use it to slowly elevate your vehicle. Next, look for the transmission pan which is usually located near the catalytic converter.
Put the container underneath the transmission pan. There will be multiple bolts securing the pan to its place.
Take the rear ones out first, this way the pan will hang at an angle. This makes it easier to drain the fluid. Once the fluid is completely drained use the ratchet to remove the rest of the bolts.
Step 2: Replace the Fluid Filter
Once the transmission pan is removed, you need to move on to the filter. This filter is normally bolted by one screw. This can be easily removed with a ratchet.
Before putting the filter on, take some transmission fluid and lube up the O-ring. After that, now put the new filter on and bolt the screw back in.
Step 3: Replace the Gasket of the Transmission Pan
Use the Plastic scrapper to remove the rubber gasket from the edge of the pan. Once the gasket is off, use the brake cleaner and paper towel to clean the area. Make sure there’s no brake cleaner left on the edge of the pan. Once it’s dry apply the grease and then put on the new gasket.
Step 4: Install the Transmission Pan
Put the Transmission pan back into its place by screwing the bolts. Make sure each screw is finger-tight. Don’t tighten them too hard or you may damage your pan. 12 pounds per foot should be the maximum torque used in the case of each bolt.
Step 5: Refill the Transmission Fluid
Look for the Transmission fluid dipstick near the engine bay and remove it. Use the funnel to pour the recommended amount of transmission fluid into the dipstick tube. Once you pour enough amount of fluid, replace the dipstick.
Step 6: Start the Engine & Check for leaks
Now start the vehicle’s engine and let it idle for a couple of minutes. Look for any sign of abnormality. After 5-10 minutes, shut off the engine and check the fluid level. You can add more fluid if it’s necessary.
Here is a video guide;
Tip: usually when the transmission fluid is low the dashboard will flash a warning light or an indicator will be shown. From there you can easily refill the fluid. But if you are not sure what the indicator light means you can always check your owner’s manual for signs or codes like jeep code u1411.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is the AX5 transmission gear ratio?
AX5 transmission has gear ratios of 1.44,1.00,3.92,0.85, 2.33, and 4.74, 1st through reverse, respectively. The length of the AX5 transmission case is 15-5/8″. It has a mid-plate made of cast iron and a cast aluminum case. The shifter is located in the back quadrant of the assembly and the case is ribbed.
Is it Okay to Replace AX5 with AX15?
Yes, you can replace the AX5 transmission with the AX15 transmission. This replacement will give you more drivetrain strength. Moreover for power increases such as going from 4 cylinders to a larger V8 or V6, this is actually the ideal transmission.
What Kind of Oil Should I Use in A 5-speed Manual Transmission?
It is generally advised to use SAE 80W, 75W-90, 80W-90, and SAE 90 manual transmission fluid formulations. Certain situations could call for multi-grade engine oil or automatic transmission fluid. However, manual transmission fluid, on the other hand, is typically the finest choice for manual transmissions.
That concludes our discussion on AX5 transmission fluid. Before refilling or changing your transmission fluid make sure to check your manufacturer’s guidelines to ensure the transmission’s optimal performance.
Don’t hesitate to ask for help from professionals because working with transmission fluid can be potentially hazardous.
Until next time!


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By Matilde Putti, PhD., Scientist at DSM Biomedical
Sustained release formulations offer dose compliance at a target location, and long-acting drug delivery systems (DDS) with biodegradable polymers eliminate the need for implant removal, revolutionizing the concept of medicine administration. However, polymer-based DDS are often manufactured by thermal processes which can potentially damage the API. One way to overcome this challenge is to instead use solution processing techniques.
Solvent-based processing allows the DDS to work with thermally sensitive APIs, and many methods employ coating techniques that can be tailored to substrates while controlling thickness. Learn how a biodegradable polymer platform that is compatible with many substrates can enable several applications as a drug eluting carrier with a wide variety of APIs in both systemic and site-specific parenteral drug delivery.

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Understanding Anxiety Through a Child’s Eyes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes PhD, LPC-MHSP, LMHC
Executive Director, AllCEUs Counselor Education
Host: Counselor Toolbox Podcast
Purchase CEUs for this episode at:
~ Identify symptoms of anxiety in children
~ Review common misdiagnoses
~ Explain how children’s developmental stage impacts their fears
~ Propose interventions to help children deal with anxiety
~ Children’s cognitive, physical and experiential differences make their anxiety different than that of adults
~ Children’s symptoms of anxiety also often manifest differently with more irritability, defiance and somatic complaints.
~ Anxiety disorders are frequently misdiagnosed as ADD, autism, ODD and PTSD
~ Children’s fears often focus around Maslow’s lower three needs: Biological, Safety, Love and Belonging
~ Addressing anxiety means helping the child understand, in a developmentally appropriate way, that they will have what they need, they are safe and they will always belong and be loved.