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ASTM A106 seamless steel pipe covers seamless carbon steel nominal wall pipe for high-temperature service, suitable for bending, flanging and similar forming operations. NPS 1-1/2 and under may be either hot finished or cold drawn. NPS 2 and larger shall be hot finished unless otherwise specified. Annealing Process of Seamless Steel PipeAnnealing process of seamless steel pipe:1. Fully annealed. It is used to refine the coarse and superheated structure with poor mechanical properties in medium and low carbon steels after casting, forging and welding.
Carbon steel is steel with carbon content up to 2.1% by weight. The definition of carbon steel from the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) states:Steel is considered to be carbon steel when:no minimum content is specified or required for chromium, cobalt, molybdenum, nickel, niobium, titanium, tungsten, vanadium or zirconium, or any other element to be added to obtain a desired Carbon Steel Pipe - Seamless & Welded Steel Pipe Structural and Tested Pipe is stocked at Industrial Tube & Steel Corporation in both seamless and welded with a variety of sizes to meet the structural and mechanical piping requirements for applications in water, petroleum, oil & gas, construction and other industries.Carbon steel pipe can be structural in nature or used in fluid, gas, and oil transmission. Carbon Steel Pipe - an overview ScienceDirect TopicsMaurice Stewart, in Surface Production Operations, 2016. 3.2.1 Carbon steel. Carbon steel pipe is the most commonly used material for process piping. It has the advantage of wide availability, high strength, and a large array of connection possibilities, for example, screwed, socket-welded, and butt-welded.
The Cs ERW Pipes is welded through a process called the electric resistance welding. These are also stronger and easy to weld with. There are different pressure classes denoted by the schedules of these pipes such as the Sch 40 Seamless Carbon Steels Pipes which is a medium level of pressure. We also supply the Cs Black Pipes for specific purposes. Carbon Steel Pipes SeamlessSpecification Of Seamless Pipe. Our Size Range (CS) :½ to 24 Wall Thickness :S-20 to S-XXS. Specifications :API5L B / API5L X-42. Our Size Range (LTCS) :½ to 16 in S-40,S-80 & S-160 Carbon Steel Seamless and ERW Pipes and Tubes ASTM A671 Carbon Steel Welded Pipes & Tubes, ASTM A53 / SA53 Carbon Steel Pipes, SA 106 Grade B Pipes Trader, Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe Stockist, ASTM A333 LTCS Seamless Pipe Dealer, Carbon Steel Pipes & Tubes Supplier in India. Seamless And ERW tubing is drawn to manufacture the last element resistance.
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On July 28, 2020, the Department of Commerce (Commerce) initiated countervailing duty (CVD) investigations of imports of seamless carbon and alloy steel standard, line, and pressure pipe (seamless pipe) from Russia and Korea. Currently, the preliminary determinations are due no later than October 1, 2020. Pipe Carbon Steel A106 B Seamless 6 Ft LengthsSeamless carbon steel Pipe is made by hot rolling and piercing a solid billet through it to leave a hollow tube. The pipe is then shaped to size and heat treated to specification. Seamless pipe is very common and considered a higher grade pipe. Applications include high pressure vessels, nozzles and critical applications requiring highest material integrity. Seamless pipe is also pressure Price List of Carbon Steel Pipes & Tubes, Seamless Pipe Price of Carbon Steel Seamless Pipe. Price of ASTM A106 Gr.B Seamless Pipe :$ 1800 ~ $ 2300 USD/Ton. Price of API 5L Gr.B Seamless Pipe :$ 1900 ~ $ 2400 USD/Ton. Price of ASTM A333 Gr. 6 Low Temperature Seamless Pipe :$ 2500 ~ $ 3000 USD/Ton. Price of API 5L Gr.X42 Seamless Pipe :$ 4500 ~ $ 5000 USD/Ton
Seamless Pipe. Seamless pipes are derived from solid steel that is in sheet or bar form and is formed into a solid round shape known as billets which are then heated and cast over a form such as a piercing rod to create a hollow tube or shell. From:Reliability and Maintainability of In-Service Pipelines, 2018. Related terms:Natural Gas Seamless tubes pipes and hollow profiles of iron alloy or Seamless tubes pipes and hollow profiles of iron alloy or non_alloy steel other than cast iron; S.No. Timeline for completion of investigation Details Publish Date; 1:Initiation-dt.08-07-2015:Download (48.87 KB) 08/07/2015:2:Preliminary Findings dt. 31-3-2016:Download (233.61 KB) 31/03/2016:3:Oral Hearing dt.06-06-2016:Download (276.62 Seamless tubes pipes and hollow profiles of iron alloy or Seamless tubes pipes and hollow profiles of iron alloy or non_alloy steel other than cast iron; S.No. Timeline for completion of investigation Details Publish Date; 1:Initiation-dt.08-07-2015:Download (48.87 KB) 08/07/2015:2:Preliminary Findings dt. 31-3-2016:Download (233.61 KB) 31/03/2016:3:Oral Hearing dt.06-06-2016:Download (276.62
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The Intermedia Group has been appointed to publish Victorian Farmer magazine, a quarterly title produced on behalf of the Victorian Farmers Federation.
Victorian Farmer magazine was previously published internally by the association.
“The Victorian Farmer provides farmers in this important rural region with crucial insight into farming issues, agricultural innovation, best business practices as well as profiles of farmers from Victoria,” said Intermedia Group Publisher and Head of Custom James Wells.
Victorian Farmer magazine is the latest agricultural and rural custom publishing product to be produced by The Intermedia Group this year, after being appointed to publish The Farmer for NSW Farmers earlier this year.
In addition to The Farmer magazine, The Intermedia Group also manages and produces content for The Farmer website and The Muster digital newsletter.
Michelle Hespe, who has 25 years of experience in publishing on custom, B2B and consumer titles, has been appointed as the Editor of the Victorian Farmer magazine. She is also Editor of The Farmer magazine for NSW Farmers.
Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) Chief Executive Officer Stephen Sheridan said the organisation was excited to partner with the Intermedia Group, as the company understands the important role the VFF has as the voice of Victorian farmers.
“The Victorian Farmers Federation has been the voice of Victorian farmers since 1979 and is one of Australia’s leading farm advocacy lobby groups,” he said.
“We’re excited to be working with the Intermedia Group on the next chapter of the Victorian Farmer, our premier hard copy publication for VFF members. It’s a part of the fabric of the farming community and an important platform to tell the story of Victorian farmers,” said Sheridan.
With the addition of Victorian Farmer magazine, The Intermedia Group will now publish 31 magazines and 35 digital mastheads in addition to running numerous face-to-face events including awards, seminars, conferences and exhibitions.

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Text: Ephesians 2.1-10
We’re often eager to see God’s compassion extend to those who (we believe) deserve something good rather than to those who are undeserving. But we often forget we are all undeserving. “Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of God’s wrath. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy made us alive with Christ. . .” (Ephesians 2.3b-5).
One thing gives us courage to admit we are lost, to step out of our hiding place, to realize our arrogance, and walk in faith: it’s an invitation to receive mercy. Mercy is not that we invite God into our life, but God invites us into his: “God made him [Jesus] who knew no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (2 Corinthians 5.21). This is God’s extraordinary invitation!
Paul speaks of this invitation as he urges the Corinthians to embrace God’s desire for true reconciliation and not take God’s mercy for granted. “We urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain… [but to embrace] now [as] the time for God’s favor, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6.1-2).
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Knowing how your heat pump works can be very useful. If you familiarize yourself with its working components, you may be able to identify potential problems that occur in the future. At Kingston Home Heating, we offer heat pump installation and repair services to those in the Kingston area. Our team of trained professionals are committed to providing quality service to our customers. Keep reading for a detailed description of how your heat pump—and all of its parts—works.
How It Works: The Basics
Heat pumps are home climate systems that have the ability to both heat and cool your home. Let’s take a look at how it accomplishes each of these tasks.
Cooling mode. When your heat pump is set to its cooling mode, heat from inside your house is pulled through your ducts by a motorized fan. It then passes through an evaporator coil. A compressor moves the refrigerant through the coil to absorb the heat and in turn, the cool air passes through the indoor ducts and into your home.
Heating mode. When a heat pump is set to its heating mode, it does the exact opposite. It might be hard to imagine how you can warm up your house using cold air, but it’s actually a simple process. Even though it’s cold outside, there’s enough heat that can be extracted and dispersed throughout your house through a system of vents that connects to each room.
The Components of a Heat Pump
Let’s take a look at each different component and what they do for your pump:
Refrigerant. Refrigerant is the substance that flows continuously through the compressor, condenser and expansion valve. It’s used to displace heat from one area to another.
Compressor. The compressor is used to pressurize and thereby increase the temperature of the refrigerant, and then release it in a gaseous state to the next part of the refrigeration cycle.
Condenser. The condenser is made up of copper or aluminum coils. When it’s in the heating mode, it moves heat into the home. There’s a fan behind the condenser coil, which blows air over it and into the home to be heated.
Expansion valve. The expansion valve is used to reduce the pressure of the refrigerant.
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The Green Ontario Fund recognizes that using heat pumps is a clean way to cool and heat homes. Ontario homeowners (those who live in a detached home, semi-detached home or townhouse) who are currently using heating oil, electricity or propane to heat their homes are eligible for a rebate if they choose to install a heat pump. You can receive up to $5,800 to install a heat pump in your home.
If you’re looking for heat pump installation in the Kingston area, give us a call at Kingston Home Heating. Our team of trained professionals will answer any question regarding your heating and cooling needs.


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Cook Forest and the Swinging Bridge
“So the Pennsylvania Wilds is divided into six landscapes,” I explained to my wife as we drove along Route 36. “So far this year, we’ve managed to take family trips to five of them.”
Michelle nodded, as if she hadn’t heard all of this before. “Which ones?”
“The I-80 Frontier, Elk Country, Dark Skies, Pine Creek Valley and the PA Grand Canyon,” I said. ”And as of today, Cook Forest and the Ancients.”
We’d been taking a lot of day trips recently, family trips through the Pennsylvania Wilds. At the beginning of the year, I’d written a piece about things I’d like to do throughout the year, and Cook Forest had been at the top of the list. I’d been in the landscape, and in Clarion County, but had never visited the state park itself.
Cook Forest State Park covers 8,500 acres, and is home to some very old trees. Some of the trees in Cook Forest are 350 years old. My son Paul is only 343 years less than that, and was excited about another family trip to a place he’d never been before.
We got to the park office and got out of the car. Cook Forest is beside the Clarion River, and is in three counties: Clarion, Jefferson, and Forest. The parking lot, in fact, is right at a corner of all three.
While Michelle and Paul went into the office, I walked right down the road and took photos, finding some amusement in walking through three counties within a minute.
I found Paul and Michelle in the office, where we picked up a couple of maps and then headed up the trail. I’d gotten Paul all excited by telling him about the swinging bridge.
From the park office, the swinging bridge is just a short walk up the Birch Trail. Paul ran ahead, because he is a kid, and couldn’t wait to walk over it. The swinging bridge is a suspension bridge over Tom’s Run, and this thing wobbles like a bouncy castle, especially when you’re walking across it with a seven-year-old who has just been sprung from the car. I was kind of delighted with it; Michelle was not as thrilled.
“Are you sure this is okay?” she asked.
“Michelle,” I said. “I am telling you, this thing is absolutely, one hundred percent safe-ish.”
“Can I go down to the water and see if it’s cold, Daddy?” Paul asked. “I just want to stick my finger in.”
“Be careful,” I said. “Do not fall into the creek under any circumstances.”
Two minutes later, after fishing my drenched son out of the creek, I let him play on the rocks under the supervision of my wife while I walked up into the forest cathedral area for some photos.
It’s the most impressive part of Cook Forest, the part that really makes you stop and think. Some of those trees are older than me and anyone I know, older than my home, older than the country I live in. They were here long before me, and they’ll still be there long after I am gone.
But here I am, standing among them now.
As I walked back to my family, I felt very small, one tiny piece in a vast, diverse world. And I felt that it was okay, that it’s the way things are supposed to be.
When I got back to my family, Paul was still having fun climbing on the rocks. “This is my favorite place, Daddy,” he told me. “Where are we going next time?”
I smiled. “We’ll see,” I said.
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Since their conception in the year 2000, we have been contributing to the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) on many fronts. As these goals evolve into the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) we continue to play our part. By this we mean developing our business in a way that takes into account social, economic and environmental considerations; and striving to create a world that is fair, equitable and inclusive for future generations.
You will find below a snapshot of some of the health-related examples of our contributions to this agenda:
Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
By supplying medicines and vaccines, we’re helping to fight diseases, such as polio and Lymphatic Filariasis that can leave people unable to support themselves and their family.
Achieve universal primary education
Treating children for diseases such as intestinal worms can improve their chances of attending school. We have pledged to donate up to 400 million treatments to enable the deworming of school-age children to the World Health Organization each year till 2020.
Promote gender equality and empower women
We have a range of community programmes that help women such as supporting the training of health workers. We also support development organisations to promote livelihood training for rural women.
Reduce child mortality
Over 80% of the 883 million doses of vaccines we delivered in 2012 went to developing countries. As part of that, we are increasing access to newer vaccines for pneumococcal disease and rotavirus through our partnership with the GAVI Alliance.
Improve maternal health
We reinvest 20% of any profits we make in Least Developed Countries back into those countries’ healthcare infrastructure.
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Combat HIV/AIDs, malaria and other diseases
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The 117th Congress was sworn in Sunday ahead of a critical week in Washington that will see the balance of power in the Senate decided — as a cadre of Republican lawmakers engage in a futile attempt to undo President-elect Joe Biden’s clear Electoral College win by objecting to some states’ votes.
As Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell put it, “To say the 117th Congress convenes at a challenging time would indeed be an understatement.”
Here’s a look at the key events to watch this week:
Tuesday: All eyes turn to Georgia, where a pair of Senate runoff elections will determine which party controls the chamber.
If either of the incumbent Republicans — Sens. Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue — hold on to their seats, the party will maintain its majority control in the chamber. If Democratic challengers Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock both prevail, however, Democrats would gain control of the Senate thanks to Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ tie-breaking vote.
An average of recent Georgia polls show both races within the margin of error and way too close to call, CNN’s Harry Enten writes.
Wednesday: “Wednesday, January 6, is a day fraught with meaning,” Pelosi wrote in a letter to Democrats in anticipation of both chambers meeting to count Electoral College votes. Usually a ceremonial exercise, the process is poised to be defined by a futile bid from Congressional Republicans to deny Biden’s election win.
A dozen GOP senators — a handful of whom were sworn-in today — have announced they will vote against counting electoral votes for Biden. And at least 140 House Republicans are expected to join their Senate colleagues in the effort, according to two GOP House members. The gambit, though, is doomed to fail and it bears repeating that the allegations driving these objections are not based in reality.
There have been no credible allegations of any issues with voting that would have impacted the election, as affirmed by dozens of judges, governors, and election officials, the Electoral College, the Justice Department, the Department of Homeland Security, and the US Supreme Court.
Thursday: Electoral College deliberations could spill into the early morning hours Thursday. For every state objection, the House and Senate must each debate separately for two hours and hold a vote.
That’s ultimately the only procedural outcome of the GOP’s subversion spectacle. Congress will inevitably affirm Biden’s victory as the Electoral College winner and the next president.
Biden will take the oath of office at noon ET on Jan. 20 and officially begin his term as President of the United States.


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CBS has confirmed the first round of performers for the 58Th Annual Grammy Awards. The performance list includes two-time GRAMMY Award winner and current 11-time nominee Kendrick Lamar, GRAMMY Award winners and current two-time nominee Little Big Town, current seven-time nominee The Weeknd and 10-time GRAMMY Award winner Adele.
THE 58TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS will be broadcast live from the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Monday, Feb. 15 (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/5:00-8:30 PM, PT; 6:00-9:30 PM, MT) on the CBS Television Network. Additional performers will be announced shortly.
CBS announced earlier this week that the event will be available live on all three time-zones here in the States.
A special tribute to the 2016 MusiCares Person of the Year, Lionel Richie, will highlight the GRAMMY Award winner’s wide-ranging career. Two-time GRAMMY Award winner LL COOL J is set to host “Music’s Biggest Night” for the fifth consecutive year.
This year’s top GRAMMY nominee, Kendrick Lamar, is up for Album Of The Year for To Pimp A Butterfly, Song Of The Year and Best Rap Performance for “Alright,” Best Rap Song for “All Day” and “Alright,” Best Rap Album for To Pimp A Butterfly, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (with Taylor Swift) for “Bad Blood,” Best Music Video for “Alright” and “Bad Blood,” Best Dance Recording (with Flying Lotus) for “Never Catch Me” and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “These Walls.”
Nominated for two awards, Little Big Town will take the GRAMMY stage for the first time. The band is nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Girl Crush,” and Best Country Album for Pain Killer.
This year’s GRAMMY telecast will also mark The Weeknd’s debut GRAMMY performance. One of this year’s most nominated artists, The Weeknd received seven nominations: Record Of The Year for “Can’t Feel My Face,” Album Of The Year for Beauty Behind The Madness, Best Pop Solo Performance for “Can’t Feel My Face,” Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Song and Best Song Written For Visual Media for “Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey),” and Best Urban Contemporary Album for Beauty Behind The Madness.
Returning to the GRAMMY stage after four years, GRAMMY Award winner Adele will perform a track from her current blockbuster album, 25.
THE 58TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS are produced by AEG Ehrlich Ventures for The Recording Academy. Ken Ehrlich is executive producer, Louis J. Horvitz is director and David Wild and Ehrlich are the writers.


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If I had a pound for every person who asks me ‘I just don’t know how you do it’ I’d be able to retire.
Of course, by ‘it’ they are referring to running a busy and growing business alongside a busy home life. But obviously I don’t see this as an ‘it’ because this is MY life, MY choice, and it’s exactly the balance of these two polar opposite areas of my life that I thrive on.
So why is it so difficult to imagine that both things can be balanced?
Yes it’s tiring at times, and perhaps I’ve sacrificed some me-time, but for me the rewards and the exhilaration of this full-to-the-brim life means that if I get hit by a bus tomorrow I’ll never be able to say perhaps I could have fitted more in.
So I think the reason people make this comment is that perhaps they’re stressed as opposed to busy. There is quite a difference between the two. I love being busy, I can be productive and get things done, and it gives me a sense of satisfaction that helps drive the energy for the next set of tasks.
So here are some of the things I rely on to make sure I’m happily busy instead of stressed…
Rule #1 – Love routine
Be disciplined with routines and run your life like a well-oiled machine so that you can really enjoy the moments when you break the routine. For example, dinner time in our house is regimented – menus planned in advance, food ready in the fridge, the same time every day, etc – which makes it a real treat when we spontaneously say ‘let’s eat out’. I find a structured routine both at work and at home is a real comfort to keeping things under control. Mostly a system/routine has been created because a crisis occurred at some point e.g. school uniforms put out the night before so you don’t have a mad morning panic when you work late and are tired in the morning.
Rule #2 – Learn to say yes and no
Saying yes to help is often as hard as saying no to stuff that isn’t really important and just adds to your list of things to do: but both are equally important. Always easier said than done but you know it makes sense. Understanding your priorities is a good place to start. For me, my family and the business come first, so one of the things I had to say no to was the social side of the school mums’ network. It’s not that I’m being anti-social, it’s just that it made no difference to my children and added a layer of guilt and complexity that I didn’t need. A tough call because it would be lovely to be friends with everyone, but instead of going on a mums’ night I try to see friends I already have that I don’t see enough of anyway.
Rule #3 – Keep smiling
And above all, keep a healthy sense of humour. Whether it’s a tight deadline at work or a last panic over a school play costume, my husband has taught be to remember to stand back for a moment and ask ‘what’s the worst thing that can happen?’ – it helps keep things in context. If I’ve had a difficult day, I always try to laugh about it later, there’s usually a moment when you think ‘you couldn’t make it up if you tried!’ and that helps you smile.
At the end of the day, ‘it’ is your life , so if you’re not enjoying ‘it’ then try to make some changes until you feel a bit better.

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At The Motley Fool, we poke plenty of fun at Wall Street analysts and their endless cycle of upgrades, downgrades, and "initiating coverage at neutral." Today, we'll show you whether those bigwigs actually know what they're talking about. To help, we've enlisted Motley Fool CAPS to track the long-term performance of Wall Street's best and worst.
And speaking of the best...
UPS (NYS: UPS) -- one of the best economic bellwethers American investors have -- is taking a pounding this week, hit by the one-two punch of a weak earnings report and a resulting analyst downgrade.
On Tuesday, UPS reported a lackluster second fiscal quarter, in which earnings climbed a bare 2% despite a 3.5% increase in the number of packages UPS shipped. That's not the way the way things are supposed to work. The buy thesis behind UPS goes like this: Big brown trucks are constantly circling the block, burning fuel and racking up driver time slips. Those costs are pretty much fixed, so the more packages UPS delivers along the routes, and the more times it gets to collect a fee for the shipment, the greater the company's profit margins are supposed to grow.
It's not working like that, and this has investors scared. Investors in UPS, which lost 5% of its market cap on the news, but also investors in...
In fellow shippers Arkansas Best (NAS: ABFS) , which lost 1%, and YRC Worldwide, which lost 10% (YRC is a much less financially stable company, you see, with a debt load 34 times as big as its own market cap, so bad news has an outsized effect upon it).
And even in Amazon.com (NAS: AMZN) . As StreetInsider.com recently pointed out, news of UPS' troubles took a toll on its most famous e-tailer customer as well.
It also spooked Bank of America right out of its buy position. Yesterday, B of A pulled the rating and downgraded UPS to neutral. Was that the right call?
What can Brown do for your portfolio?
I don't think so, and I'll tell you why. Amid all the doom and gloom about UPS' prospects, there's one shining example of why this company is such a good investment: its bank account.
Over the past six months, UPS has brought in $3 billion in new free cash flow. As management pointed out, this number represented "an increase of more than $600 million over the same period last year." Which according to my calculator, works out to not a "bare 2% increase" but something closer to 25%!
Now, if you run-rate this first-half cash haul out through the next six months, what you get is a company currently generating cash at the rate of $6 billion a year. And that means that this company, now valued at $71 billion and change itself, can be purchased for less than 12 times the amount of cash it's generating annually.
If all UPS does over the next five years is grow its profits as Wall Street expects it to, at 12% annually, then UPS meets the definition for a fairly valued stock. But the situation here is actually even better than that. In addition to growing its profits, UPS also pays out about half of each year's income in the form of a 3.1% annual dividend.
To me, this all adds up to a stock that's undervalued by about 25%, and likely to rise just as soon as Wall Street sits down and takes the time to do the math. It adds up, in short, to a stock that's worth buying. That's why I publicly recommended that investors take a position in UPS three months ago. That's why I'm sticking with this advice today.
UPS is a great American brand, and a great bargain today, but it's only one of several American Companies Set to Dominate the World over the years to come. Read about three more great investments in our new, free report.
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Invacare has signed an agreement with BCI International to distribute the company's hand-held pulse oximeters and capnometer worldwide. The match takes advantage of Invacare's leading position as a manufacturer and distributor of home health care products. The products covered by the agreement will be marketed under the Invacare brand name.

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The Importance of Choosing the Right Office Chair for Lower Back Pain
Sitting for long hours has become a common aspect of modern life, especially for those who work in office environments. However, this sedentary lifestyle can have detrimental effects on our health, particularly on our lower back.
Lower back pain is a prevalent issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and it can significantly impact our overall well-being and productivity. One of the key factors contributing to lower back pain is the use of unsupportive office chairs. Therefore, choosing the right office chair is of utmost importance in order to prevent and alleviate lower back pain.
Discuss the impact of sitting for long hours on lower back health
Sitting for prolonged periods of time can put excessive pressure on the lower back, leading to muscle imbalances, poor posture, and ultimately, lower back pain. When we sit, the natural curve of the spine is flattened, which can strain the muscles and ligaments in the lower back.
Additionally, sitting for extended periods can weaken the core muscles that support the spine, further exacerbating the problem. It is crucial to understand the negative impact of prolonged sitting on our lower back health in order to take proactive measures to mitigate these effects.
Highlight the significance of a supportive office chair
A supportive office chair plays a vital role in maintaining proper spinal alignment and reducing the risk of lower back pain. It provides the necessary support to the lower back, promoting a healthy posture and minimizing strain on the muscles and ligaments.
By investing in a high-quality office chair, individuals can significantly improve their comfort and reduce the likelihood of developing or aggravating lower back pain. The right office chair can make a world of difference in terms of overall well-being and productivity.
Understanding Lower Back Pain and its Causes
Lower back pain can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from poor posture to underlying medical conditions. It is essential to have a basic understanding of the common causes of lower back pain in order to address the issue effectively.
Explain common causes of lower back pain
Lower back pain can be caused by muscle strains, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, osteoarthritis, and other conditions. Muscle strains are a common cause of acute lower back pain and can occur due to lifting heavy objects, sudden movements, or poor posture. Herniated discs, on the other hand, occur when the soft cushioning discs between the vertebrae rupture or bulge, putting pressure on the nerves and causing pain. Spinal stenosis refers to the narrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress the nerves and result in lower back pain. Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, can also affect the lower back and lead to pain and stiffness.
Discuss how poor posture and unsuitable chairs can contribute to the problem
Poor posture is a major contributor to lower back pain. When we slouch or hunch forward, it disrupts the natural alignment of the spine and puts strain on the muscles and ligaments in the lower back.
Over time, this can lead to chronic pain and discomfort. Unsuitable office chairs that lack proper lumbar support and adjustability can further exacerbate poor posture and contribute to lower back pain. Sitting in a chair that does not adequately support the natural curve of the spine can cause the lower back to round, leading to muscle imbalances and discomfort.
Key Features to Look for in an Office Chair for Lower Back Pain
When choosing an office chair for lower back pain, there are several key features that should be considered. These features are designed to provide optimal support and comfort, helping to alleviate and prevent lower back pain.
Ergonomic design and adjustable features
An ergonomic office chair is designed to support the natural curvature of the spine and promote good posture. Look for chairs that have adjustable features such as seat height, backrest angle, and armrest height.
These adjustments allow for customization, ensuring that the chair can be tailored to the individual’s specific needs and preferences. An ergonomic design and adjustable features help to maintain proper spinal alignment and reduce the risk of lower back pain.
Lumbar support and proper alignment
Lumbar support is a crucial feature in an office chair for lower back pain. It provides targeted support to the lower back, helping to maintain the natural curve of the spine and reduce strain on the muscles and ligaments.
Look for chairs that have adjustable lumbar support, allowing it to be positioned at the optimal level for your lower back. Proper alignment is also essential, as the chair should support the entire length of the spine, from the lumbar region to the upper back. This ensures that the weight is evenly distributed and minimizes the risk of developing lower back pain.
Seat cushioning and comfort
Comfort is a significant factor when choosing an office chair for lower back pain. Look for chairs that have sufficient padding and cushioning, as this helps to reduce pressure points and provide a comfortable seating experience.
The seat should be wide enough to accommodate the individual comfortably, and the cushioning should be firm enough to provide support without being too hard. Additionally, consider the material of the seat covering, as it should be breathable and durable.
Different Types of Office Chairs for Lower Back Pain
There are several types of office chairs available that are specifically designed to alleviate lower back pain. Each type has its own unique features and benefits, catering to different preferences and needs.
High-back chairs with built-in lumbar support
High-back chairs are a popular choice for individuals seeking maximum support and comfort for their lower back.
These chairs typically have a tall backrest that extends to the upper back, providing support for the entire spine. Look for high-back chairs that have built-in lumbar support, as this helps to maintain the natural curvature of the lower back and reduce strain.
High-back chairs are particularly beneficial for individuals who spend long hours working at a desk, as they offer comprehensive support and promote good posture.
Mid-back chairs with adjustable features
Mid-back chairs are another option for individuals with lower back pain. These chairs have a backrest that reaches up to the middle of the back, providing support to the lumbar region. Look for mid-back chairs that have adjustable features, such as adjustable lumbar support and backrest angle.
This allows for customization, ensuring that the chair can be adjusted to provide optimal support and comfort. Mid-back chairs are a versatile option that can accommodate a wide range of individuals and preferences.
Kneeling chairs and their benefits
Kneeling chairs are a unique alternative to traditional office chairs. These chairs have a sloping seat and knee pads, which encourage a more open hip angle and an upright posture. Kneeling chairs can help to alleviate lower back pain by redistributing the weight and reducing pressure on the lower back. They also engage the core muscles and promote active sitting, which can be beneficial for individuals who find themselves sitting for long periods. However, it is important to note that kneeling chairs may not be suitable for everyone, and it is advisable to try them out before making a purchase.
Recommended Office Chairs for Lower Back Pain
When it comes to choosing an office chair for lower back pain, there are several top-rated options available on the market. These chairs have been specifically designed to provide optimal support and comfort for individuals with lower back pain. Here are some recommended office chairs:
- Ergohuman High Back Swivel Chair: This chair features adjustable lumbar support, seat depth adjustment, and a breathable mesh backrest. It also has a synchro-tilt mechanism for optimal comfort and support.
- Steelcase Gesture Chair: The Steelcase Gesture Chair offers adjustable lumbar support, seat height, and armrests. It has a flexible backrest that adapts to the user’s movements, providing continuous support.
- Herman Miller Aeron Chair: Known for its ergonomic design, the Herman Miller Aeron Chair has a mesh backrest that promotes airflow and adjustable lumbar support. It also features adjustable armrests and seat height.
- Serta Works Executive Office Chair: This chair has a contoured lumbar zone for targeted support and a plush, layered body pillow cushioning. It also features adjustable height and tilt control.
These are just a few examples of office chairs that have received positive reviews for their lower back support and comfort. It is important to consider your specific needs and preferences when choosing an office chair, as what works for one person may not work for another.
Frequently Asked Questions about Office Chairs for Lower Back Pain
When it comes to choosing an office chair for lower back pain, many people have common questions and concerns. Addressing these frequently asked questions can provide clarity and guidance for individuals who are seeking solutions for their lower back pain.
Can an office chair really alleviate lower back pain?
Yes, an office chair can play a significant role in alleviating lower back pain. A well-designed and supportive office chair can help to maintain proper spinal alignment, reduce muscle imbalances, and minimize strain on the lower back.
By providing targeted support and promoting good posture, an office chair can alleviate discomfort and prevent the exacerbation of lower back pain. However, it is important to note that an office chair should be used in conjunction with other measures such as regular breaks, exercise, and stretches for optimal results.
How do I adjust my office chair for optimal support?
Adjusting your office chair for optimal support is essential in order to alleviate lower back pain. Start by adjusting the seat height so that your feet are flat on the floor and your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
This helps to promote proper circulation and reduce strain on the lower back. Next, adjust the backrest angle so that it supports the natural curve of your spine. Many office chairs have adjustable lumbar support, so make sure to position it at the appropriate level for your lower back.
Finally, adjust the armrests so that your shoulders are relaxed and your elbows are at a comfortable angle. Experiment with different adjustments until you find the optimal settings for your individual needs.
Are there any exercises or stretches that can complement the use of an office chair?
Yes, there are several exercises and stretches that can complement the use of an office chair and help to alleviate lower back pain. It is important to incorporate regular movement and stretching into your daily routine to prevent muscle stiffness and imbalances. Some exercises and stretches that can be beneficial include:
- Seated spinal twist: Sit upright in your office chair, cross one leg over the other, and twist your torso towards the crossed leg. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on the other side.
- Standing back extension: Stand up and place your hands on your lower back, fingers pointing downwards. Gently lean back, arching your spine, and hold for 10-15 seconds.
- Shoulder rolls: Sit upright in your office chair and roll your shoulders forward and backward in a circular motion. This helps to release tension in the upper back and shoulders.
- Neck stretches: Sit upright in your office chair and gently tilt your head to one side, bringing your ear towards your shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on the other side.
These exercises and stretches can be performed throughout the day to promote flexibility, relieve muscle tension, and improve overall comfort.

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India plans to participate in oil block auctions in UAE, says oil minister
India is in talks with some UAE-based companies to jointly bid for oil blocks in UAE, India’s oil minister said on Monday.
“We are in talks that India could bid in the next licensing round of UAE with some Middle Eastern nation companies like Mubadala,” Dharmendra Pradhan, India’s oil minister said.
“Oil producers don’t want to miss India’s bus,” Pradhan said referring to India’s enhanced role in global markets.
India, the world’s third biggest oil importer and consumer, imports about 80 percent of its oil needs, mostly from the Middle East.
Pradhan said India would consider leasing a part of its third strategic reserve in South Indian city Padur if Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is interested.
ADNOC has leased a part of India’s strategic reserve at Mangalore.
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Fascinating though they may be, dreams are not very interesting, particularly someone else’s. Dreams begin to break apart as soon as we wake; within seconds we cannot trust our own minds. In trying to resurrect these fleeting visions, we impose a logic on them they didn’t have. We know this; we acknowledge the futility. If we cannot properly reconstruct our own dreams, how can we hope to fathom the accumulation of images that form in the sleeping mind of someone else?
And what’s the point anyway? Even if we do manage to hang onto an especially vivid dream, or momentarily apprehend another’s, how are we benefited? There are folks who firmly believe that dreams are symbolic events that inform and instruct their waking lives. There are those who claim to have lucid dreams in which they posit themselves as tillermen. An acquaintance of mine professes to experience only sweet dreams. Lucky her. While a few of my dreams are pleasant, most are not. Most of my dreams are bizarre forays into a carnival world, sometimes frightening, often frustrating.
From what I can gather, this latter category—maddening dreams—are the most common. For some reason, most of us, most of the time, have dreams in which we are thwarted. The thing we want, the place we need to get to, keeps receding. Obstacles, silly pointless obstacles, repeatedly get in our way. Often we can’t move, or we can’t move fast enough. Our car stalls; we need our clothes and can’t find them. Strategies fail us. Friends and lovers betray us. We are left on our own.
Joy Williams provides what I consider a perfect description of dreams in her story, “Craving.” The point of view is from Denise, one of the two main characters: “She didn’t like dreams. Dreams made you live alone in the future and she didn’t want to…” That bullying aspect is what I most resent about dreams. The dream gets to choose, not the dreamer. And the place you find yourself in, that future world, offers no reassurances, no clear path—stumble this way or that, it makes no difference. Try as I may to relax before nodding off, to place myself on white sand beaches or stunning mountaintops, I wind up in some grainy labyrinth impossibly far from Eden, and as I wander through this land of smoke and mirrors I somehow believe everything I see.
Awake or asleep, our minds create the reality we experience. When we are dreaming, electrical impulses in the neocortex produce a stream of impressions without any input from the senses. Deep in sleep, we can behold a python, touch a starfish, hear a banjo, smell gasoline and taste a strip of bacon. While this realm exists without our permission and beyond our control, it is as genuine as the world we wake to. Children know their dreams are real, which is why they are terrified of them. Soothed by a parent, a child will drift reluctantly, warily, back to sleep, will surrender himself each night to this limitless unknown. Children are brave beings.
Spiritual leaders tell us that we have no limits, that understanding this basic truth is what will finally free us. I do agree that fear is our biggest problem—our lives are cramped by fear. While sleep is a domain without borders, a place where we can do or be anything, it is also an abyss, a world through which we must free fall. Sleep lets us off our leashes; waking, we gladly put them back on. Maybe the reason we dream is to build the courage we need to face each day. Ready or not, I’m always up before the sun.


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|Title:||Autonomous Driving: Framework for Pedestrian Intention Estimation in a Real World Scenario|
|Authors:||Alvarez, W. M.|
Moreno, F. M.
|Publisher:||Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.|
|Citation:||Autonomous Driving: Framework for Pedestrian Intention Estimation in a Real World Scenario / W. M. Alvarez, F. M. Moreno, O. Sipele, et al. — DOI 10.1109/IV47402.2020.9304624 // IEEE Intelligent Vehicles Symposium, Proceedings. — 2020. — P. 39-44. — 9304624.|
|Abstract:||Rapid advancements in driver assistance technology will lead to the integration of fully autonomous vehicles on our roads that will interact with other road users. To address the problem that driverless vehicles make interaction through eye contact impossible, we describe a framework for estimating the crossing intentions of pedestrians in order to reduce the uncertainty that the lack of eye contact between road users creates. The framework was deployed in a real vehicle and tested with three experimental cases that showed a variety of communication messages to pedestrians in a shared space scenario. Results from the performed field tests showed the feasibility of the presented approach. © 2020 IEEE.|
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We were friends for more than thirty years, which is a long time but, now that he is gone, seems not nearly long enough. I was rather nervous when I first met him, one night in London in 1977, along with his great friend Martin Amis. I had read his journalism and was already in awe of his brilliance and wit and couldn’t think what on earth I could bring to his table. I don’t know if he sensed the diffidence on my part—no, of course he did; he never missed anything—but he set me instantly at ease, and so began one of the great friendships and benisons of my life. It occurs to me that “benison” is a word I first learned from Christopher, along with so much else.
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By Chelsea Leigh
Shown at the SCAD Museum of Art on the opening day of SCAD Style,”Eames: The Architect and the Painter” depicts the personal account of the husband-and-wife collaboration Charles and Ray Eames. The documentary shares the stories of the individuals who influenced modern-day ideals and designs far beyond public knowledge.
The film, created in 2011, includes archival footage of Charles and Ray’s innovations, as well as personal interviews with close friends and colleagues who knew them best. Narrated by James Franco, the story runs full circle to give the viewer the whole “Eames experience.”
The movie was fast-paced and informative, with a story the audience could really keep up with and feel a part of. Interviews with personal colleagues, and even Charles’ lover, closely portray the uniqueness of both Charles and Ray’s personalities.
Not surprisingly, Charles Eames (with Ray as the aesthetic genius behind the operation) was much more than an architect and painter, as the title suggests. He embodied a little bit of nearly everything: industrial designer, photographer, filmmaker, analyzer, innovator, and then, finally, architect and painter.
Admired by the American public, and eventually the world, Charles and Ray Eames were responsible for some of the creations that we may not think twice about. These creations are easy to view because they are some of the simplest designs that we may take for granted today. The Eames Chair? Look in nearly every grade school and you’ll find his re-mastered molded plywood or plastic chair, built for comfort in the classroom.
These building techniques have hardly been changed today, making it difficult to come up with a better structure than Eames did after his design was tested.
The power behind this couple was unheard of both then and today. They each contributed equally to the iconic masterpieces they created. Charismatic and cheerful, Charles and Ray Eames took the world by storm with their magnetic personalities and groundbreaking ideas.
I recommend this documentary to anyone interested in broadening his or her general knowledge.Contact Chelsea Leigh.

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You can feel free to call me a 90’s baby. I grew up in the 90’s.
My early years consisted of Saturday afternoon wrestling on Fox 5 after “Life With Louie,” or Dionne Warwick’s Psychic Friends Network. I grew up knowing if I caught “Bobby’s World” after school it was a great day. Beeper gum? Yeah that was me. Johnny Quest every evening? That was me. The amusement park behind Burger King by Kings Plaza? Me again! Another huge part of my growing up was sitcoms. The earliest sitcom I remember watching was The Cosby Show.
The Cosby show was just simply funny to me. I know it showcased our people in a high regard and that was cool. That didn’t really resonate with me strongly till I got a little older and my mother became a single parent. I was born into a pretty middle class lifestyle. I was born into a two parent home. So seeing that depicted on television didn’t blow me away because it was my reality. But again, the show made me laugh. The show gave us ways to solve issues while still showing love albeit tough love.
The brand of Bill Cosby was damn near that of Cliff Huxtable.
He was to be a clean cut, prudent decision maker. An accountable man who revered the value of education and integrity. This is the man that bill Cosby sold himself to be off the set. I believed him. As a preteen I used to read the “Little Bill” series. I dug it. I still think they were good books. So you can understand my dismay, my chagrin when I learned of rape allegations that have followed him for decades.
All stemming from a reference by a stand-up comedian last year, the floodgates opened. Alleged victim after victim came forward saying basically the same thing. They said that Bill Cosby drugged them all and proceeded to have sexual contact with them. Now to me, a twenty-six year old, I never heard such things about Bill. As far as I was concerned, for the better part of two decades Bill Cosby seemed to be as clean as a whistle. I never considered myself to be naïve on this issue either. Everybody has vices, I just never thought there would be this ugly of a side to Bill.
Recently there has been confirmation that Bill Cosby did indeed admit during a 2005 deposition to drugging women with the intention to sleep with them. He asked that the information stay private. This revelation actually took place in 2005 and has now been brought to the light. In 2005 I was in high school and by that point was very much engulfed in my love for hip hop. It was around this time where Bill Cosby really began using his platform to be critical of the hip hop culture. I’m pretty sure he made many comments in the past but I was probably too young to remember that he ever made them. I grew up in the era where Bill was very critical of men wearing pants below their waist. He spoke out against violent lyrics and misogyny depicted in the music.
What he was standing for was perfectly fine.
A common sentiment he had was shared by many of his generation. They never put into context the music and the environments from which it was cultivated. Nevertheless, the standard that Cosby wanted our black culture to live by was a positive one. This all the while continued to fortify that squeaky clean Cliff Huxtable imagery.
For a moment I would like us to assume that all these women consented to sex.
Let us say that the 80’s were crazy and everyone was doing “Spanish Fly.” Let’s say they consented to receiving the Quaaludes. This still means that Cosby was a chronic adulterer. Camille Cosby has stayed with Bill through all of this behavior. This lifestyle isn’t congruent with the type of philanthropic work that they tout. It also isn’t any example of living a life up to the standard that Bill constantly spoke of for our people. That’s my beef with Bill Cosby. He’s a really black pot calling the kettle black. It’s upsetting. It’s disheartening. It’s also indicative that we cannot put all this esteem into any solitary person. We all fall short. Even the preachiest of the preachy like Bill. Bill Cosby should be held accountable for any wrongs he has committed. My millennials should hold Bill accountable for the false life he has shown himself to live. He should be ashamed that the people who embrace a culture he can’t stand probably have more character than he seemingly ever had. It sucks right? This is another example of living more life and learning more lessons. Bill, you got a lot of nerve homie.
What are your thoughts on this whole fiasco?
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This museum is a delight for people who are avid readers and writers, and everyone else too. The exhibits make the connection between great American writing and the history of the U.S., showing how the writers influence our culture and even historical events. I have attended a few of their evening programs with authors, which are also really interesting. You can spend an hour - or several hours, exploring and contemplating and expanding the list of books you want to read. Highly recommended.
My family loves this museum. The historical stories about the authors and about writing, such as the old typewriters, are interesting. And the samples of text from great American authors brings back memories of books we’ve already read and makes us want to explore new texts. But the best part is the engaging interactive exhibits plus the ongoing new and updated exhibits which add surprises and interest to every visit.
One of the things I enjoy about the American Writer's Museum is that it gives us insight into not only the past of American writing, but the future as well. The information is through and entertaining, from the hanging displays of famous writers and their stories, to the interactive touch screens that lets visitors craft sentences and short tales. But the biggest highlight of the museum is that visitors can write their own stories, on a typewriter no less. I had the pleasure of looking through what visitors wrote, and was astonished to see how many great writers there are, young and old, who, when you finish reading what they've written, make you wish they had written more. The future of American writing is definitely in good hands, and the American Writer's Museum proves it.
The American Writers Museum is a treasure in Chicago! The interactive exhibits are a brilliant way to go deep with your favorite writers and learn about new writers that you might not be familiar with. And the special exhibits focusing on writers like Jack Kerouac and Bob Dylan have been so well curated. Their current exhibit on immigrant and refugee writers is timely and so thought-provoking. There is a lot to see and do with the typewriter collection and word games. It is a great way to spend the afternoon in Chicago.
The American Writers Museum is a favorite destination of my young kids. We have held play dates and a even a birthday party at the museum. It is wonderful to watch the children engage with the interactive exhibits to learn more about American authors and to play word games. It is especially fun to watch them carefully type our stories on the collection of type writers at the museum. It is a must-see for locals and tourists alike.


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As a kid my only precocity was in reading at an early age; I read books well beyond my level (and possibly inappropriate) for my tender years. Thus asking my mother (when I was 6 or 7) why all the characters in Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret were so preoccupied with punctuation—wasn’t a period just something to show that a sentence was ending? I don’t know how old I was when I secretly slid Fear of Flying out of the bookcase, but I was utterly confused by Isadora Wing and the zipless fuck. The first sex scene I stumbled upon while reading that sort of made sense to me was between Kitty and Ari in Exodus. I recall it was fairly tame but I’m sure I reread it a couple of times.
The Buddha of Suburbia by Hanif Kureishi has a lot of sex in it. Kureishi’s novel is set in the late 60’s and early 70’s of suburban London, where seventeen-year-old Karim is growing up with his English mother, Indian father, and younger brother. Karim’s world, peopled by working class immigrants, artists, revolutionaries, misfits, and rock stars has a freewheeling loose energy. Drugs, sex, social protest, and having good times comprise the landscape. Karim dallies with men and women in a number of graphic sex scenes. Somehow there isn’t anything prurient in Kureishi’s descriptions, as explicit as they are—indeed, they feel good-natured, laid-back and in the spirit of the time. I’m curious to see how these scenes fare in the 1993 television miniseries. I assume they are PG-rated and perhaps, the director is able to inject some of the humor and warmth that is present in the scenes in the book, without any graphic visuals. But sex on film, television, or stage doesn’t seem to have the same breadth of emotional possibility for someone watching as someone reading does. A good writer can instill graphic, even disgusting sex scenes with all sorts of qualities. Maybe it’s because words inform and color—mood can be altered regardless of the goings-on. Or perhaps we allow ourselves greater liberty not to judge or take too seriously sex/love scenes since reading is a deliciously private activity.


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Lilia Valutyte was pronounced dead at the scene (Picture: PA)
A jury has been shown CCTV footage of the moment a nine-year-old girl was stabbed to death in broad daylight during the trial of the man accused of her murder.
Lilia Valutyte died from a single stab wound to the heart as she played outside a shop where her mum was working in Boston, Lincolnshire, last year.
The suspect, Deividas Skebas, is undergoing a trial of facts rather than a traditional criminal trial because he is not fit to plead or stand.
Before the trial began on Monday judge Mrs Justice McGowan DBE told the jury: ‘You are not going to be asked to say guilty or not guilty because this is not a normal trial.
‘The defendant in this case is seriously mentally ill and he is not here and can’t play a proper part in the trial.
‘It has already been decided that he is unfit to plead because of his mental illness.
‘What you are going to be asked to do is not to say whether he is guilty or not guilty but whether he is responsible for the acts.
‘This is a serious and sad case and you will be reminded a number of times to try and put emotion to one side.
‘It is important that when you come to decide whether or not you are sure he did it that however sad you found the case, you put that to one side and make a logical and clear decision.’
She was only nine years old (Picture: PA)
She was playing in the street outside a shop when she was attacked (Picture: PA)
Opening the trial at Lincoln crown court, prosecutor Christopher Donnellan KC showed the jury of six men and six women a video showing a man, alleged to be Skebas, running towards Lilia before stabbing her and running away.
He said Skebas, 23, first came to the UK from Lithuania in 2020, returning to his home country before coming back to the UK in July 2022.
After arriving in Boston he was seen on CCTV buying a paring knife from a Wilko shop in the town centre two days before the killing.
In one clip, moments before her death, Lilia was seen playing outside the shop in which her mother worked, with the man whom the Crown claims was Skebas seen standing at the top of Fountain Lane.
The man, in a grey T-shirt and jeans, was then seen walking towards his victim, with Lilia moving out of the way as he approached before he stabbed her and ran away.
Mr Donnellan said: ‘Just after 6.15pm in the late afternoon, early evening of July 28 last year, Lilia Valutyte, a little girl aged nine, was playing outside a shop where her mother was actually working in Boston town centre.
‘The defendant, Mr Skebas, approached, quickening his pace as he moved towards (her), then reaching behind his back.
‘He pulled out a knife. He continued with his pace. He thrust the knife straight into her chest and through into her heart.
‘Although within less than a minute an off-duty police officer who was just going home and was nearby came to her aid, and was followed by other officers and the ambulance, sadly her life could not be saved and she was formally pronounced dead at 7.11pm that evening.
‘The prosecution case is that he unlawfully killed her with that single stab wound to the chest.
‘You are only deciding whether he did it. You don’t have to decide about his intention or indeed about his mental state.’
Police issued this CCTV image during their appeal for information (Picture: PA)
Lilia’s coffin was covered in butterflies (Picture: PA)
Skebas ran past Detective Constable Andrew Pearson, who was off-duty at the time.
Giving evidence, DC Pearson said he heard a ‘metallic clank’ and was about to chase the man who ran past him before he heard an ‘anguished scream’ from behind him.
Skebas was arrested on July 30 after a public appeal. He was interviewed a day later but gave what Mr Donnellan described as a ‘bizarre’ explanation for the killing.
Mr Donnellan said: ‘He admitted that he had stabbed Lilia. He admitted he has seen (her) playing in the street. He identified himself in the CCTV extracts.’
A search of Skebas’s home in Thorold Street, Boston, found a paring knife deemed consistent with the murder weapon.
The trial is estimated to last two days, but he did not appear on Monday and will play no part in proceedings.
Andrew Campbell-Tiech KC, appointed by the court to mitigate on the defendant’s behalf, told the jury: ‘We have a highly emotive case where the desire to blame runs very high.
‘The more horrendous the case, the greater the desire to blame. The greater the pressure to blame, the greater the risk to attach it to an individual identified.
‘We are not in a position to challenge evidence because we have no instructions.
‘We are appointed by the court to test that evidence.’
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On Thursday afternoon, Cinemark claimed the original lawsuits - filed in federal court alleging that Cinemark, USA, INC. failed to deter the gunman from entering the theater through a rear exit door - are moot.
"The essence of the complaint is that Cinemark 'should have known' that James Holmes would commit a mass murderous assault in the Century 16 Theater on July 20 ... federal, state and local law-enforcement entities ... would not be expected to foresee Mr. Holmes' criminal conduct," the lawsuit reads. "Family members and friends who knew him personally for multiple years did not foresee it."
The motion to dismiss goes on to mention other mass murders to illustrate how random they are.
"It would be patently unfair, and legally unsound, to impose on Cinemark ... the duty and burden to have foreseen and prevented the criminal equivalent of a meteor falling from the sky," the motion to dismiss states. "Thus, even accepting the allegations in the complaint as true, plaintiffs cannot state a claim that anyone other than Mr. Holmes, the irrational killer, is responsible for the consequences of his criminal conduct."
The lawsuit originally filed by the victims claims more security equipment and security personnel would likely have prevented or deterred the gunman from completing the mass shooting in the theater.
"Any person who wished to make a surreptitious and unauthorized entry into the theater could easily determine that the lack of security personnel and lack of any alarm on the door at the right, front by the screen of Auditorium would allow them to leave the theater, and re-enter without fear of being discovered, interfered with, monitored or stopped," the lawsuits allege.
The complaints were filed on behalf of Brandon Axelrod, Joshua Nowlan, and Denise Traynom who were injured in the shooting.
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The Dubai branch of a London-based hospital has received a boost following the announcement of a deal to welcome more patients.
It was revealed this week that Moorfields Eye Hospital (MEH), the regional partner of the facility in the UK that goes by the same name, will now provide specialist care to a host of new users.
Following a direct settlement agreement with Saudi Arabian Insurance Company (Saico), the institution will be able to offer outpatient and day-case treatment to patients with medical cards issued by the group.
Dr Chris Canning, chief executive officer of MEH in Dubai said the partnership would lead to significant growth for the facility - news which may also interest those considering Dubai property investment.
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Canada's Liberals maintain power — by just one vote
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OTTAWA — The Liberal Party government of Prime Minister Paul Martin narrowly survived on Thursday after the speaker of the House of Commons broke a tie vote, averting an early election sought by the opposition Conservatives.
The tie was secured by votes from a maverick independent and from a glamorous heiress, Belinda Stronach, who had switched parties on Tuesday. Stronach cast her vote for Martin's government as her former boyfriend, Conservative strategist Peter MacKay, sat grim-faced across the aisle.
The outcome remained in suspense until the last moment.
"It couldn't have gotten any closer," a relieved Martin said. "We must now move forward in a spirit of cooperation," he said, asking the opposition to join him in a "renewed effort" to make Parliament work.
The vote followed a month-long political drama that has taken on soap-opera dimensions with tales of scandal, a broken heart, secret tape recordings and allegations of political betrayal.
A week ago Martin appeared on the verge of losing his minority-party grip on power, with Liberals shaken by testimony of kickbacks and payoffs in a government-run public relations program. On Tuesday, his position improved when Stronach abruptly abandoned the Conservatives after a late-night dinner with the prime minister.
The vote could sustain Martin's government at least until the end of 2005. He has promised to call an election shortly after the completion of the quasi-judicial inquiry into the political corruption scandal, now expected in December.
While opponents had sought to portray Martin's government as mired in corruption, the Liberal Party warned that a new election could revive Quebec's latent separatist movement, threatening Canadian unity.


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Council to deliver free adult taster sessions at outdoor gyms
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is encouraging adults across the borough to reinvigorate their fitness routine following the easing of lockdown restrictions by fully utilising outdoor gym equipment located at several popular outdoor recreation sites across the borough.
Next month, leisure staff will be running free taster sessions for small groups who are keen to learn about the range of fitness equipment available, how to use each piece of equipment properly along with how to get a full body workout in a short time by quickly moving through the different stations.
Advocating the increased use of outdoor gyms, Lord Mayor Councillor Kevin Savage said: “It’s great to see our outdoor gyms re-open to the public after being closed during lockdown. Hopefully these sessions will help raise the profile of our outdoor gyms and serve to remind local communities that they should take full advantage of these facilities if they are committed to get their exercise routine back on track.
Suitable for everyone from beginners to experienced gym-goers, our outdoor gyms are just as effective as indoor gyms in helping individuals to lose weight, increase stamina, build strength and keep fit as they offer same range of equipment such as cross-trainers, bikes, shoulder and leg presses and pull-up bars.
These sessions are another strand to our Get Active Outdoors Summer Programme and are further evidence of our unstinting efforts to get as many adults as possible back into exercising daily and achieving the recommended target of 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity each week.”
Two sessions – the first at 10am and the second at 11.30am – will be delivered at five venues, will each last one hour and cater for up to 8 people in line with government guidance.
They commence on Monday 10 August at Loughgall Country Park and will continue on Tuesday 11 August at Palace Demesne (Armagh), Wednesday 12 August at Solitude Park (Banbridge), Kinnego Marina (Craigavon) on Monday 17 August and Portadown People’s Park on Tuesday 18 August.
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