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Did you write a poem for your man on Valentines’s Day? Heidi Montag did, and says Spencer “has brought me Heaven on Earth!”
After she tweeted that Spencer surprised her — “with lingerie from Frederick’s of Hollywood! how romantic!” no less — the highly surgically-altered star of The Hills debuted her triple Ds and finally moveable face at Pure Nightclub at Caesar’s Palace on Sat, Feb 13th, where she and hubby Spencer hosted a party, presumably in honor of Valentine’s Day.
Meanwhile, the couple celebrated their first V-Day as married people on Feb. 14! ” This is my first Valentine’s Day married!!! Wow!” And it only got better from there, Heidi tweeted. The couple was “ordering pizza for a romantic night in,” she shared. As for the poem, it was epic, but not always grammatical — ” Now that I found you it make me always want to sing, Of your highest love and light and all the miracles that you bring … My heart melts for you like the lava of the Earth, Our souls intertwine and connect as one, We are free as the winds and dolphins…”
Heidi’s loving mood extended to on/off BFF Lauren Conrad, who has described Heidi’s full body and face makeover as ” a look”. She tweeted her, wishing her “happy valentine’s day, love.”

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Yesterday a post was added to the the PEI Potato Agronomy website titled “Important Harvest Considerations” – intended for potato growers in this important potato producing province of Canada where some farmers are struggling to complete their harvesting because of adverse weather conditions.
The post reads: “It’s been an incredibly challenging harvest season, and we’re hoping for much better weather to allow you to get the rest of the crop under cover. We’ve received some suggestions and had some thoughts as well in reflection of the conditions this fall, so we’d like to share them with you.”
Growers are reminded to take particular care of soil from harvested fields reaching warehouses, and cautions growers who have finished digging their own crops and are now helping neighbours to get their crops under cover, to ensure that their equipment are cleaned and disinfected before moving onto other farms.
Growers are also reminded that mental health is an important issue during stressful times such as these and that growers need to be mindful of that. “The growing conditions for the 2018 crop have been very difficult, and that takes a toll on you and your family, as well as on the crops. The PEI Federation of Agriculture (PEIFA) has a confidential counselling service that is available free of charge to Federation members and their families.”

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- W.A.S.P.'s first album was a collection of songs that happen within
the first years of them playing together, in clubs like the Troubador. The
album is full of W.A.S.P. classics, from start to finish, and includes one
of most important classics of of the rock history - Animal (Fuck Like a
Beast).This song is only included in the re-issue tough, because in the
original version of the album, Animal was dropped because it was considered
too ofensive by the Record Label, and they add to record an extra track for
the album - The Flame. Because of this, Blackie has said that the
original album is eternaly imcomplete because of this...
- Blackie also said in some interviews that the demo versions of the
songs are better than the ones in the album and that he regrets not putting
the demos out instead, which is wierd because the album versions are
supose to have a better quality and production in them, right? Well...wrong,
because from what i've heard the demo versions have something special in
them, they are very raw, like they are on stage or in your garage, you just
have to listen to School Daze in the album version and the demo to
understand what i'm talking about.
- But anyway, like i said, this album features various W.A.S.P. classics,
like I Wanna be Somebody, L.O.V.E. Machine, On your Knees, Hellion.. This
album is a classic all in all, a truly classic of Heavy Metal history.
- Note that one of my favourites songs of the album wasn't originaly on the
album, only in the re-issue, it's Show no Mercy, witch was released in the
Animal, I Wanna be Somebody, L.O.V.E. Machine, Hellion, On your Knees
B.A.D. and The Flame

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Cuban and U.S. researchers team up to fight lung cancer
With the U.S. clinical trial of an innovative lung cancer drug developed in Cuba showing positive preliminary results, Buffalo-based Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Havana’s Center for Molecular Immunology have embarked on a biotech joint venture designed to bring four promising Cuban cancer drugs to U.S. patients.
But there’s a long road ahead before any of the Cuban therapies would potentially be available in the United States. It typically takes seven to 10 years to take a new pharmaceutical from clinical trials to final Federal Drug Administration approval.
The partnership called the Innovative Immunotherapy Alliance will give Roswell Park access to CIMAvax-EGF, the lung cancer drug that has just finished a phase I clinical trial in Buffalo, and three other Cuban drugs for treatment of various tumors. None of them have been commercially available in the United States.
This first ever biotech joint venture between a U.S. company and Cuba will be based in the Mariel Special Development Zone, a 115,000-acre zone west of Havana where the Cuban government is trying to attract companies that use new technologies and innovative manufacturing techniques. It will be operated by the Cuban center’s commercial affiliate CIMAB and by a Roswell Park subsidiary called GBCT II and the two companies will have equal roles in oversight of the Alliance.
“This historic step forward in the scientific collaboration between the two countries will allow research advances and the development of new cancer drugs that can extend the lives and improve the survival rates of thousands of patients in the United States,” the Cuban government said in a statement.
It’s anticipated that during its first years of operation, the Alliance will focus on scientific and clinical research on the four cancer immunotherapy treatments at a laboratory in the Mariel zone.
“If these studies prove successful, the company will be in a position to export these products for the benefit of U.S. patients” once U.S. regulatory approvals are obtained, the Cuban government said. Cash-strapped Cuba has long been interested in trying to tap the U.S. market for its exports of medicines.
A site has already been selected at Mariel for an office and research lab, and a manufacturing facility would be added if the joint venture advances to the point where there are very large ongoing clinical trials or the therapies get FDA approval for sale in the United States. The Mariel office will open with two to three employees and additional hires are expected in both countries in coming years, said Doug Plessinger, chief business officer for the Alliance.
“The road to pharmaceutical development is fraught with potholes,” said Dr. Kelvin Lee, chair of Roswell’s Department of Immunology. Even if all goes as planned, CIMAvax probably wouldn’t be available in the United States until at least 2024. The other three therapies are still in various stages of development in Cuba.
“There are a lot of variables that could make the time frame shorter or longer or not all,” Lee said.
But he said the idea has always been to pursue Roswell’s relationship with Cuba on two parallel tracks: the research effort and the business side. If the joint venture reaches the stage where the immunotherapies are being manufactured and exported to the United States, “the thinking is the facility would be accessible for FDA inspection,” he said.
“Our goal is to develop these promising cancer therapies as quickly and effectively as possible so that they can benefit the greatest number of U.S. patients,” said Candace S. Johnson, president and chief executive of Roswell Park, an internationally recognized cancer treatment and research center.
Immunotherapies have changed the treatment of cancer over the past five to 10 years. While doctors say they work well, they aren’t effective on all cancer patients. The hope is that by expanding the roster of available options with the addition of the Cuban drugs, they will work for more patients.
Besides CIMAvax, the joint venture will be pursuing development of IL-2 mutein, which is used in the treatment of metastatic kidney cancer; VSSP, which plays a role in amplifying other immunotherapies, and another investigational immunotherapy that targets tumor-associated gangliosides. These fatty molecules, or lipids, play a role in many cancers.
Although the creation of the Alliance was announced during a time when U.S.-Cuba relations have grown frosty under the Trump administration, the U.S. license that allowed creation of such a joint venture was approved during former President Barack Obama’s rapprochement with Cuba.
The Trump administration hasn’t rescinded such Obama-era licenses, but if Roswell Park had sought such a license today, it likely would not have been granted because the Mariel zone is now on a U.S.-compiled restricted list of Cuban entities off limits for American companies because of their ties to the Cuban military, said John Kavulich, president of the U.S.-Cuba Trade and Economic Council.
The recent announcement of the new joint venture came a day after a Roswell Park presentation of the results of its phase I clinical trial of CIMAvax during the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer’s 19th World Conference on Lung Cancer in Toronto.
Initial results of the phase I trial, which recently concluded, showed the treatment was both safe and well-tolerated by patients, said Dr. Grace Dy, the trial’s principal investigator.
In the Buffalo trial, which was authorized by the FDA, CIMAvax was tested on 13 patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer in combination with a checkpoint inhibitor called nivolumab, which is marketed under the brand name Opdivo by Bristol-Myers Squibb. Nivolumab is an antibody that triggers autoimmunity against cancer and is a standard treatment in the U.S. for patients with treatment-resistant or recurring non-small cell lung cancer.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.
Unlike Opdivo, which costs $12,000 to $15,000 per month, CIMAvax is cost effective. Cubans who receive the vaccine aren’t charged, and foreigners who go to the island for treatment can see a Cuban doctor and get a year’s supply of CIMAvax for $10,000 to $12,000. Some U.S. lung patients who don’t want to wait for U.S. regulatory approval already make the trek to Cuba to get CIMAvax and other Cuban medicines.
The patients in the clinical trial have been receiving monthly doses of the CIMAvax-Opdivo combination.
“It appears that these two immunotherapies have the potential to work better in combination than they do on their own,” said Dy, division chief for thoracic oncology and an associate professor of oncology at Roswell Park.
“While this is a small study and we will need to verify that these conclusions hold true when we move on to our phase II study, these early hints of clinical activity encourage us to continue exploring this combination approach,” said Dy.
The Buffalo CIMAvax trials were funded by nearly $4 million in donations. Phase II trials of CIMAvax-EGF are expected to begin late this year with a goal of enrolling 80 to 90 patients, said Lee.
While the first phase of the clinical trials focused on safety and whether there were any elevated side effects using the two therapies in combination, the second phase will test the effectiveness of the anti-cancer response while using them together, said Lee.
Instead of attacking cancer cells themselves, as most immunotherapies do, CIMAvax-EGF generates an immune response against EGF, an epidermal growth factor circulating in the blood that cancer cells need to grow and thrive. The immune response neutralizes the EGF, essentially starving the cancer.
Roswell Park researchers said that potentially CIMAvax could be effective on colon and head and neck cancers that also rely on EGF to grow. They said it also might one day be used in the treatment of breast, prostate and pancreas cancers and administered as a preventative to patients such as chronic smokers who are at high risk of developing lung cancer.
CIMAvax, which has been administered to about 5,000 patients worldwide, has already undergone extensive clinical trials in Cuba and around the world. It’s an approved therapy for treatment of lung cancer not only on the island but also in Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, Kazakhstan and Bosnia and Herzegovina. In Cuba, phase II and phase III clinical trials of CIMAvax have shown increased overall survival and improvement in quality of life for lung cancer patients.
The Innovative Immunotherapy Alliance is the result of cooperation between Roswell Park and CIM that began in 2011. That’s when Gisela González, a Cuban researcher from the Center of Molecular Immunology who was visiting her family in Pittsburgh, made a cold call to Roswell Park.
She offered to give a talk about CIM’s work to Roswell Park researchers. “She comes up and gives this really great talk,” said Lee.
At González’s invitation, Lee attended an international immunology convention in Havana where he learned more about the Cuban research. Lee said he realized early on that what CIM was doing could potentially be exciting for U.S. patients.
“If there’s a 20 percent chance that what [Cuban scientists] are seeing in lung cancer patients is actually true, then we need to get in on the ground floor,” he told Roswell’s senior leadership team on his return from Havana.
Since then the relationship has grown with regular scientific exchanges between Roswell Park and CIM.
Now, Lee said, the Innovative Immunotherapy Alliance is a milestone in the U.S.-Cuba relationship and “hopefully can serve as a template for other joint ventures.”
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Let’s take a look at the Top 5 most important French players on Premier League history, we have a new history list for you.
Premier League history is rich and vast, some of the most impressive French footballers ever played in this tournament since its inception in the early ’90s.
With that in mind, we kept thinking about making a ranking of the very best who played in English football.
We could’ve made a longer list, but we decided to only talk about a select few whom we consider the very top of the food chain.
This gives us a lot more room to analyze their story in the competition, and eliminate other players that simply weren’t as great or as successful.
We give you, the Top 5 best French footballers in Premier League history. If you don’t agree with our list, feel free to include your names in the comment section down below.

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Introduction to Model Based Definition Course with Creo Parametric
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text: February 13, 2013 judson+garrett+griffinPosted in Families, Kids, Newborns, Studio Three boys three and under….will be the best of friends through their whole lives. Love love this bunch. Welcome baby Finn! Read More... Posted in Families, Kids, Newborns, Studio 22 comments Kristin - Wow! How will I EVER decide what to order?! You captured what I thought was impossible….thanks for being so amazing!! Julie Tipps - Oh my! Love love love your work, but makes it so much easier when you have the most beautiful babes to work with! Kara Sartin-Carlson - Beautiful pictures that have captured fantastic and unforgettable memories! It’s easy to do with such beautiful boys, and their wonderful parents! I look forward to seeing them in person. Kudos to the photographer, great job! Nichole O'Rourke - Awesome pictures of a beautiful family! Love how so many different emotions are captured! Ricky Hudgins - Great pictures with some cute kiddos Jennifer - Stunning!!! Love the sweet and funny pictures of the boys! Richard - Great captions! Lisa Allen - Great pictures of 3 of the cutest boys in the world! Richard - Great pictures of a beautiful family! Mitzi Colliflower - These pictures are absolutely precious! Such an adorable family! Raymond Allen - Triple trouble! Gigi - Perfection!!!! Tara sanders - Just precious! Nick sanders - Sweet pictures Sami - Wow!! These are amazing! I don’t know how you are going to decide on which ones you want…they are all great!! Tameka Royal - Stunning! Love the pics and the family! Shannon Renshaw - Beautiful family! Stunning photography! fiona & walter smallwood - these boys are just to adorable,we love you walt an fiona fiona & walter smallwood - precious kristi bates - Beautiful baby boys! Lyndie Bentley - What beautiful boys!! They are just precious… Perfect! kacey p - Handsome boys!!

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Australia is aiming for the stars, launching a new campaign to land a locally developed rover on the moon by 2026. The Australian Space Agency has collaborated with NASA on the “G’Day Moon” campaign, which will see Australia’s first lunar mission make history and could lead to “a sustainable presence for humans on the moon.”
Enrico Palermo, the agency’s head, stated that the mission would be relatively simple, with the Australian rover collecting soil samples to determine whether or not oxygen could be extracted.
In the country’s first foray into lunar exploration, an Australian-built rover will visit the Moon as early as 2026.
Australia has agreed to collaborate with NASA on the development of a small rover capable of collecting lunar rock and dust and delivering it to a NASA moon lander.
The lunar soil, known as regolith, is expected to contain oxygen in the form of oxide, and NASA plans to extract oxygen from the samples using separate equipment. “This is a critical step toward establishing a long-term human presence on the Moon, as well as supporting future missions to Mars,” the Australian government said in a statement.
The agreement is part of Australia’s Moon to Mars initiative, which includes a contribution of $50 million ($37 million).
“For Australia, this is lunar history. “We’re going to see Australian businesses and researchers design and build a rover that’ll go to the moon and do some interesting science,” Enrico Palermo, the head of Australia’s Space Agency, told Australia’s “Today” program “Television show about breakfast.
He told Today that Australia was a key player in NASA’s Artemis Mission, which will see the first woman and person of color walk on the moon.
He stated, “This is an investment in our planet, in caring for our planet, and in understanding our planet.”
“By launching our national mission, Australia is transitioning from a pure consumer of space technology to a global contributor, which is a remarkable, exciting, and historic moment.”
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Most importantly, it’s to get our graduated DJs used to mixing by ear, which really officially makes you a proper “DJ.”
PassionateDJ.com knows of what we speak. In their post, they name 10 distinct reasons you should know how to beatmatch by ear. For example, #4:
It allows you to mix to, from, or with other DJs.
If you are reliant on one particular setup and the ability to sync your tracks, you might as well throw out the idea of an impromptu tag-team set with a fellow DJ. While it’s true that there are ways to electronically sync multiple DJ setups, it adds unnecessary complication, doesn’t always work, and doesn’t allow for you to play alongside a vinyl DJ. It’s much easier (and more fun) to be able to just mix back and forth and not worry about what media formats are being used.
Here’s our instructor DJ Rugged One with a quick tutorial:
Click on through to see the rest of these thoughtful concepts plus more (like a scene from the Karate Kid)!

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A one-size-fits-all approach in healthcare has its own benefits and risks. To move away from this concept, personalised medicine, also known as precision medicine, was introduced.
It’s an approach that involves personalising medical decisions, treatments, interventions, and preventive measures for each patient, including genetic makeup, molecular profiles, environmental factors, etc.
This approach has helped healthcare providers optimise treatment outcomes for patients, thus minimising adverse effects and improving patient satisfaction. But what are the latest breakthroughs in personalised medicine? And are they fruitful? Let’s find out in this blog.
The theranostic approach, also known as pharmacodiagnostics, is a branch of medicine that combines molecular diagnostic tests with targeted therapy in medicine. This field plays an essential role in providing personalised medicine.
In nuclear medicine, theranostics involve using the same or similar molecules for diagnostic imaging and therapy. But it’s done in different doses or labelled differently with radioactivity.
This approach predicts whether a treatment will benefit a patient, especially children or adults with weakened immune systems. Theranostics can also assess targeted nuclear therapies’ safety and potential side effects.
Recent research shows that non-small-cell lung cancer can affect 1.41 million by 2029, while colorectal cancer can affect 1.74 million by 2031. So, there’s a high demand for efficient diagnosis mechanisms and treatments across various cancer types.
MatchMiner is an open-source platform that facilitates searching for potential clinical trial options by matching patient eligibility criteria with over 250 ongoing clinical trials for various cancers. The platform significantly decreases the time it takes for patients to consent to clinical trials after their tumours are genetically profiled. Here, patients identified through MatchMiner consented an average of 55 days earlier than non-platform patients, resulting in a 22% improvement.
Globally, more than 55 million people suffer from dementia, and 10 million cases are expected every year. It affects many people because it’s diagnosed only after the symptoms appear, making treatment difficult.
In recent research, 500,000 people were analysed to see if there were early signs that someone might develop dementia before obvious symptoms appeared. They discovered subtle changes in cognitive abilities years before diagnosis. This could help screen people earlier and involve them in clinical trials for new treatments. The goal is to catch dementia sooner and improve outcomes.
Personalised medicine is positively impacting healthcare in multiple ways.
Personalised medicine allows treating people concerning individual genetics, lifestyle, and disease factors. This has led to better patient responses and fewer side effects.
Pharmacogenomics has helped healthcare providers choose the right medications and doses for patients based on genetic variations. This has reduced the risk of adverse reactions.
Though personalised medicine demands an upfront investment, it cuts healthcare costs in the long run. Since it can identify the most effective way to treat patients, it avoids unnecessary or ineffective therapies.


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This article is part of Women's Health's 2020 Vegan Week click here for more. So everyone has been saying that Chao is the best vegan cheese ever. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io, 27 Best Gifts For Your Vegan Friends And Family, ‘I Went Vegan And It Changed My Whole Family’, 10 Vegan Options You Can Order At Burger King, ‘I'm Pregnant And Vegan. With more people than ever following a vegan diet , demand for plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products continues to grow. Summary Trader Joe’s Vegan Cream Cheese is the best tasting plain vegan cream cheese that I’ve come across so far, and I’ve tried many! Some of the Miyokos Creamery cheeses melt and some are hard style cheeses better suited for a cheese … I’ll have to try your mozzarella recipe! We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back. 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Robert McChesney argues eloquently for the failure of the untrammelled market to provide such resources, particularly in the United States. Ben Compaine counters not so much by disputing McChesneys conclusions (though he disagrees with these too), but by contesting the empirical basis of his arguments. Media ownership, Compaine argues, is not becoming more concentrated in fewer hands; mergers and acquisitions are offset by the entry of small but influential players in the media marketplace; and anyway these structural issues have little effect on programming content.
In effect, Compaine argues that media mergers dont matter. Well, they do matter, and in this article I will explain why. But firstly we need to try and answer the empirical question: is ownership in the media industry becoming concentrated?
McChesney and Compaine disagree on this initial question. The answer ultimately hinges on the methods we use to measure concentration. The most common approach is to analyse market share within a specific industry (for example, book sales, magazine ad sales or television audience share), paying attention to the concentration ratio the combined market share of the largest firms in the industry. The various editions of Ben Bagdikians well-known critique, The Media Monopoly, employ this kind of analysis, tracking the number of dominant media companies those that accounted for more than half of the market in each sector.
Between 1983 and 1992, concentration in the newspaper, magazine, and book industries all increased substantially from twenty to eleven dominant companies in newspapers, twenty to two in magazines, and eleven to five in book publishing. Television and film, already highly concentrated with three and four dominant companies, respectively, remained stable. Using this market share measure, Bagdikian found that the total number of dominant companies in the media industry shrunk from forty-six to twenty between 1983 and 1992. However, given the convergence of media technologies and the growth of cross-media ownership, it is now far less useful to evaluate concentration in each specific sector of the media industry. (The most recent editions of The Media Monopoly discuss ownership concentration in the media industry as a whole).
Whats distinctive about the current round of conglomeration is the degree to which it is about building horizontally-integrated media companies. Earlier media conglomeration aimed at building companies that controlled production and distribution within a single medium. Changes in regulatory policy in the 1980s and 1990s helped set the stage for the growth of new conglomerates that own and operate production, manufacturing, and distribution across different media. Now, each of the major media conglomerates owns a vast portfolio of media across the various sectors of the media industry, a condition graphically illustrated by The Nations recent chart of The Big Ten.
The growth of these media conglomerates AOL Time Warner, Disney, Viacom, News Corporation, Bertelsmann, Vivendi/Universal is a qualitatively new development. When we see ownership concentration as part of this process of conglomeration, it is clear that McChesneys basic position on concentration is accurate: the global media industry is becoming increasingly concentrated. While Compaine is correct that the US television industry has become less concentrated in recent years, he misses the broader point: namely, that in each sector of the media industry, only a handful of companies are dominant; although the specific number of top firms may fluctuate, this handful are, in large measure, divisions of the same media conglomerates that dominate the industry as a whole.
In other words, each of the media conglomerates is a major player in multiple sectors of the media industry. AOL Time Warner is among the leading companies in movies, the Internet, cable television, books, music, and magazines. Disney is among the leaders in movies, broadcast television, cable television, and radio. Viacom is among the leaders in radio, movies, books, broadcast television, and cable television. They produce and distribute products that have an increasingly expansive reach; AOL Time Warner boasts that its brands touch consumers more than 2.5 billion times each month.
Conglomerates attack competition
These major media conglomerates are often more cooperative than competitive, with an increasing number of strategic alliances and joint ventures. Given the small number of major media players, there is very little competition in the media industry and the major media companies use a variety of strategies to try to reduce the limited competition that does exist.
The story of low power FM radio in the US is instructive. After years of requests by would-be community broadcasters for licenses to operate ten and one hundred watt radio stations, the Federal Communications Commission announced in 2000 that it would begin licensing low power FM radio stations that reach an area with a 3.5 mile radius, are required to be non-commercial, and cannot be operated by existing media companies. Then the commercial broadcast industry stepped in. The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) launched a major lobbying campaign to stop low power radio, which broadcasters claimed would interfere with commercial radio signals despite considerable evidence to the contrary. To make their case, the NAB distributed a compact disc to congressional offices that simulated the sounds of radio interference. This focus on interference obscured the more fundamental economic threat posed by community radio. Broadcasters opposed low-power radio because it was a new competitor for market share and an incursion on the corporate domination of radio. In response to the NAB campaign, the US Congress passed legislation that dramatically limited low power radio, effectively scuttling even this modest plan designed to open local radio to a new set of voices.
The market: economic benefit, democratic deficit
Limited competition, however, is only part of the story. As David Hesmondhalgh argues, there is no simple relationship between ownership structure and media content. Studies of the music and newspaper industries have shown that competitive media are often no more diverse than media in oligopolistic markets. Even relatively competitive media industries may often produce content that does little to serve a democratic citizenry. Because of their inexpensive production costs and relative popularity among consumers, market forces might lead to the transmission of an ever-growing stream of light entertainment, pornography, or news about titillating scandals; in short, blandly homogenous programming. Alternatively, media companies might target their products at very narrow demographic groups, with the assumption that different groups have distinct interests and tastes, fragmenting the audience.
In either case, even if the media market were quite competitive, what would be classified as market success would produce a kind of political and cultural failure. In the first case, the proliferation of superficial entertainment can supplant substantive information, educational media, or challenging cultural presentations, all of which are likely to have more value to democratic processes than to corporate media companies. In the second case, segmented media can reinforce existing prejudices, widen the gap between different people, or contribute to a fragmented society what Cass Sunstein has called the daily me in which people interact primarily with those in the same demographic market, and are exposed solely to those opinions with which they already agree. Success in reaching target audiences may stifle meaningful democratic deliberation among citizens.
Both examples illustrate how market-oriented media systems make no distinction between peoples role as consumer, which is private and individual, and their role as citizen, which is public and collective. This is why market-oriented media have a tendency to produce economic benefits while simultaneously sustaining democratic deficits.
The wages of synergy are profit
The growth of media conglomerates raises new questions about the relationship between ownership and content. While the continuing wave of media mergers has been driven, in part, by an effort to eliminate competition, the main attraction for media conglomerates is the possibility of leveraging synergy. In this era of horizontal integration, media conglomerates are capable of pursuing elaborate cross-media strategies, in which company owned media products brands can be packaged and promoted across the full range of media platforms. Feature films, their accompanying soundtracks and VHS/DVD releases, spin-off television programs and books, along with magazine cover stories and licensed merchandise, can all be produced and distributed by different divisions of the same conglomerate with each piece serving to promote the broader franchise. And in a capital-intensive industry where one or two major hits can be the key to corporate profitability, there is additional pressure to pour resources into the multi-media re-packaging and distribution of proven blockbusters.
Since the ability to package the same story in multiple formats is a central aim of media conglomerates imagine the financial benefits of turning one basic story into three or four media products it is no wonder that generic content is preferable to products that are too medium-specific for reformatting. This business goal of crossover potential may not directly undermine artistic or journalistic professionalism, but it does alter the terms of the transaction between producers and media companies. The bottom line approach of media conglomerates leaves little room for those concerned about the integrity of their specific product: the novel which wont work as a film, the soundtrack designed to suit the mood of the film not the needs of the international pop market. It is becoming a liability for media content, even news stories, to be singular or unexploitable. It is simple, recognisable, uncontroversial and transferable brands Teletubbies, Pokemon, Harry Potter which suit this business model, not complex, medium-specific, challenging or unfamiliar media texts. In short, media conglomerates prefer content with many uses and content-providers that can supply re-usable commodities.
Always springtime in adland
We also need to remember that media markets are quite distinctive. Most businesses sell products or services to buyers. Media sell goods directly to consumers and they sell the attention of consumers to advertisers. Media content is often a kind of bait, intended to lure audiences who are the valuable commodity for sale. The result is a mediated market in which media companies need audiences but receive most of their revenue from advertisers, who are interested in very specific segments of the public.
The role of advertising raises tough questions about the claim that market-driven media respond to consumer demand. High-income audiences, for example, are more appealing than low-income audiences, since they are more likely to have resources to purchase advertised products. Advertisers also have a strong preference for younger audiences, and are relatively uninterested in citizens over age fifty. And media companies trying to increase ad sales often pursue intricate strategies to raise their demographics both by adding upscale audiences and trying to shrink their low-income audience. Unlike a democratic one person, one vote dynamic, markets explicitly favour those with more resources. Even if we accept the claim that markets are responsive to buyers, it is clear that buyers in the media marketplace are often advertisers, not the general public. As a result, media content routinely displays images of young people and the well off, paying little attention to the experiences of citizens who are unattractive to advertisers.
Can public interest media survive the conglomerate era?
Compaines enthusiasm for market-driven media is reminiscent of former FCC Chief Mark Fowlers, who suggested that television is a simple appliance, a toaster with pictures. But media are not merely appliances to be used by consumers. Media constitute a central political and social institution, one that is essential for the construction of citizenship and the maintenance of a healthy public sphere. This unique status of media in a democracy is reflected in the legal protections the industry enjoys in most democratic societies.
The broad embrace of market-driven media and the growing power of the media conglomerates have produced global media policies aimed at deregulation. In the United States, the deregulatory climate has advanced so far that the FCC is on the brink of eliminating whats left of the pre-Telecommunications Act of 1996s regulatory framework. Indeed, the Telecom Act helped to usher in this new round of conglomeration by removing or relaxing several media ownership rules.
Since the removal of the cap on radio station ownership, Clear Channel Communications, has grown from forty-three radio stations in 1995 to almost one thousand two hundred stations in 2001. The 1995 elimination of the so-called Fin/Syn rules, which prevented television networks from owning the programming they broadcast, was heralded as a major step forward by the networks. Without these limits on program ownership, the US broadcast networks now insist on an ownership stake in virtually all of their programming. By 2000, ABC, CBS, and NBC all owned most of their programming. The FCC is currently considering the elimination of regulations barring ownership of a television station and a daily newspaper in the same market and is revisiting regulations limiting the reach of cable television companies. When the dust settles, it is likely that media ownership restrictions will be almost entirely eliminated in 2002.
In this deregulatory climate, even public broadcasting has turned to the market. In recent years, US public television, an ostensibly non-commercial system, has become increasingly integrated into the commercial broadcasting industry, developing new market-oriented business practices that emphasise the building of brand identity across a range of product lines. But these strategies are producing a public television that is losing its distinctive public service identity, as it becomes just another brand, competing for consumer attention in an increasingly cluttered commercial marketplace.
Ultimately, the debate about media ownership is just the tip of the iceberg, but it draws attention to broader questions about the global media system. When market enthusiasts talk about the global media, there is rarely room for discussions of citizenship or the public interest. Their celebratory discourse narrows the concept of the public interest to the economic benefits to consumers. If we define the public interest in terms of the contribution to a vibrant public sphere and the promotion of citizenship, then the growth of the media conglomerates raises serious concerns about whether a public of citizens, not just consumers, can be served by the new media giants.
Rather than debating the degree of media concentration, it behoves us to recognise that the growth of global media conglomerates poses a new challenge for those concerned about promoting cultural and political democracy. As a start, we need to develop a framework for effectively assessing the degree to which the conglomerate-dominated media industry serves the public interest. With global media conglomerates continuing to expand occupying more and more cultural space this is no time for smug indifference. We need to look squarely at the causes and consequences of conglomeration, protect and strengthen the remaining outposts of public service media, and revitalise the work of building a global media system that nourishes citizenship and enriches public life.


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Do you want to start a web design business of your own? If yes, go through this article and learn everything that you need to do to start such a business.
Starting a web design company is an ideal opportunity because the industry is growing at a rapid rate. However, the competition is immense, so it’s important to get everything right. Here’s everything you’ll need to know to launch a successful web design business.
As a web designer, you most likely are familiar with what digital branding involves. Even if this is not your specialty, you’ll ask for these elements before you begin any project. To make your branding look clean, ensure that the color scheme coordinates well.
Use the same font throughout the website to keep a clean look. Furthermore, add your logo throughout the pages so that you look as professional as possible. Don’t forget to add the mission statement for the brand. It should be reinforced throughout the websites so it’s difficult to miss.
Decide what design services you’ll offer
Look around at what competitors are doing and their solutions to help brands. What does the market need? Are they only offering to build a website or do they also offer other services? To increase profits there are simple services that you can implement:
- Build their website
- Charge a monthly or weekly fee for the upkeep
- Faster turnaround time at a premium price
- Search engine optimization
All these aspects that business owners don’t want to waste time with are an opportunity to make money. Most brand owners won’t know the ins and outs of WordPress and creating a website, which is why you should always recommend your other services.
Set up the legal side
This can be tricky because your business might have specific legal requirements. Make sure to do the research and take every required step to create a legal business. Some of the basics a newly established business will need are:
- Purchasing a business license
- Registering and filing local taxes
- Buying various business insurances
- Creating a bullet-proof business contract
Furthermore, make sure that you get business liability insurance because it can prevent huge losses. It protects the financial interest of businesses in the event they face lawsuits or third-party claims. Also, make sure that you hire a lawyer to create a bullet-proof contract. This is because if a client doesn’t want to pay or any issue occurs, they are held accountable no matter what.
Set your rates
Make sure to set your rates and stick to them. At first, you may want to be a touch below your competition to generate a portfolio of clients. However, don’t let companies take advantage of you and lowball the price. Negotiations are a part of business, and agreeing upon a price that both parties are happy with is necessary.
Once you’ve gained an impressive portfolio, you may want to adjust your price. Clients will flock to you now because you provide a premium service at a low price. So, increase your service prices even if it means losing potential clients. In the long run, it will work out better, and the company will increase profits.
Select a good name
Branding plays a huge part in how successful a business becomes. Look at the biggest brands in the world. They use short names and a simplistic logo. For example, if you see a tick on any piece of clothing or shoe, you instantly know it’s Nike.
You want your company to have an easy-to-remember name and logo. Make sure that it is easy to remember and pronounce, and that it sounds unique. Ensure that it has something to do with web design. This way you’ll know that your company will show up when people search for web design services.
Perfect your design business website
One of the best aspects of being a web developer is building your own business site. To give yourself the best chance, you can follow these simple guidelines:
- Demo website. Your portfolio will do most of the work in terms of showing your web designer and developer skills. However, the first thing clients will notice is your website. If it’s not built well, that will make clients second guess what you can provide regardless of your portfolio. It will be much easier to gain their trust by creating a site they’re willing to buy.
- Free of errors. Triple-check your website for any errors. Even a small spelling mistake can deter a potential client.
- Include testimonials. To provide trustworthiness include testimonials to showcase how happy previous clients were.
Pick a niche
Unless you have a lot of experience creating websites for all types of clients, it’s best to specialize in one type of design. It’s easier to sell yourself to potential clients since they know that you specialize in their sector. Select a niche that you are passionate about, as you will be working in this style for the foreseeable future.
Once your business expands and you have more employees, consider venturing out to other niches. Popular niches you should consider include eCommerce, blogs, and social media sites.
To summarize, creating a web design brand is a difficult process, but when done correctly it can be one of the most successful businesses. Implementing these strategies can help jumpstart the process and attract plenty of clients.
Start building your web design business and see where it takes you. Not getting started as soon as possible is a waste of money.

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TRENTON –A Madison Borough police officer pleaded guilty today to a charge that he solicited a nude photo online from a person he believed was a 13-year-old girl, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced.
TRENTON – Gov. Chris Christie signed legislation criminalizing the manufacturing, distribution, sales, and possession of designer drugs labeled as “bath salts” in New Jersey yesterday.
PERTH AMBOY —The city’s celebrated its third annual Family Day event on Saturday, Aug. 20, The free event was open to all city residents.
TRENTON – Gov. Chris Christie has asked the federal government for a Major Disaster Declaration for New Jersey counties impacted by heavy rainstorms and flooding which began on Aug. 13.
LINDEN – Police are investigating the shooting of a 22-year-old Linden man who was wounded earlier this morning at the 1000 block of Wheatsheaf Road.
NEW BRUNSWICK — While New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has had recent legislative successes, including dramatic changes in public employee pension and health benefits, more New Jersey registered voters say their opinion of the governor had “gotten worse” since he took office, than say they feel better.


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Nutella Three Ingredient Brownies
How to Make Nutella Three Ingredient Brownies
- Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 9X13 inch pan with cooking spray.
- Stir together the Nutella, flour and eggs in a medium bowl. Pour into the prepared pan and spread the mixture to the edges.
- Bake until the surface looks set and slightly crisp, about 25 minutes. Let cool slightly and cut into squares.


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United Kingdom Edinburgh International Festival 2017  – Monteverdi, L’Orfeo: English Baroque Soloists, Monteverdi Choir / John Eliot Gardiner (conductor), Usher Hall, 14.8.2017. (SRT)
Orfeo – Krystian Adam
La Musica, Euridice – Hana Blažíková
Messenger – Lucile Richardot
Proserpina – Francesca Boncompagni
Charon, Pluto – Gianluca Buratto
Hope – Kangmin Justin Kim
Apollo – Furia Zanasi
Directors – John Eliot Gardiner, Elsa Rooke
Costumes – Isabella Gardiner, Patricia Hofstede
Lighting – Rick Fisher
In this, the EIF’s 70th anniversary, director Fergus Linehan has pushed out the boat with more opera performances than usual, recognising that opera was a critical part of getting the first festival off the ground. When that coincided with the 450th anniversary of the birth of Claudio Monteverdi, a golden opportunity presented itself. Throw into the mix John Eliot Gardiner, an artist with whom the EIF has worked hard to cultivate a relationship during Linehan’s tenure, and you have a little spark of magic.
Gardiner has always spoken of how special Monteverdi is to him – he named his flagship choir after him, after all! – and for this anniversary year he has prepared a trilogy of the operas to celebrate the composer in a fresh, dynamic way. He writes in the programme note that he wants to “put the excitement, and perhaps also the trepidation, back into [Monteverdi’s] music.”
That was evident in every element of this tremendously involving performance. This was billed as a concert performance and, true, there was no proscenium and no painted flats. In every other sense, however, it was as compellingly theatrical a performance as I’ve seen, with costumes, lighting and a use of the Usher Hall space that turned it into a theatrical space as effective as any in Edinburgh.
Gardiner divides his instrumentalists into two separate groups (high strings to the left, lower strings to the right), and much of the acting takes place in the space between them. However, the costumed singers use every inch of the Usher Hall space, ranging from the back of the organ gallery to the auditorium, to evoke the various locations of the story, and the effect is compelling and utterly involving. Even little touches, such as darkening the stage for the scenes in Hades, added to the overall sense of engagement, and I loved the way the soloists would often interact with the musicians to highlight certain elements of their playing, and thus underlining the revolutionary role that Monteverdi’s music plays in the drama.
The cast were all remarkably sensitive to the demands of the Renaissance style – where else will you hear such vocal trills? – and excelled in the way they brought the drama to life. We were warned that Krystian Adam was suffering from a throat infection, but there was no sign of that in his lithe, athletic Orfeo, light of voice in the opening scenes, but darkening considerably for the descent into Hades and for his great Possente spirto. Hana Blažíková was utterly remarkable as both Euridice and La Musica in the Prologue. While she doesn’t have a lot to sing, her bright yet dusky voice made an unforgettable impression, and she glided her way around the stage in an otherworldly manner that made her interaction with the musicians strangely beautiful. Gianluca Buratto fulminated brilliantly as Charon, and resonated with authority when delivering Pluto’s conditions, and I loved the chilly soprano of Francesca Boncompagni as his wife, displaying more affection for him than many myths would have us believe. The lesser roles were all taken well, including the beautifully blended shepherds of the opening scene, and a wonderfully poignant Messenger from Lucile Richardot.
In this midst of it all, like some presiding spirit, stood Gardiner himself, bringing his lifetime of experience with Monteverdi to bear on a reading of authority but also great sympathy, and his musicians rose to the occasion with great alacrity. The winds provided exceptional colour when required, but I particularly liked the sensitivity of the strings, who could bounce with joy during the early scenes, but also produce sounds of unbearable poignancy when required, such as at the disarmingly moving departure of the Messenger. The chorus were every bit as nuanced, whether they were dancing in celebration or weeping in mourning.
In short, this was a treat, and the best of it is that there’s more to come. Il Ritorno d’Ulisse will be performed on Tuesday 15th August, and L’incoronazione di Poppea on 17th August. Watch this space!
The 2017 Edinburgh International Festival runs until Monday 28th August at venues across the city. For full details go to www.eif.co.uk.


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It was just last month that the Lubbock Christian University volleyball team was mired in a five-match losing streak and plummeting in the national and regional rankings.
My, how times have changed.
The Lady Chaparrals (16-9) have won 10 of their last 12 matches, including a pair of wins against nationally ranked Briar Cliff and College of St. Mary's to close last weekend's Top Gun Tournament in Omaha, Neb. And, while the Lady Chaps have yet to return to the NAIA Top 25 and haven't climbed out of the third spot in the Region VI rankings, they're making tons of headway in terms of confidence.
They'll need it this weekend.
LCU hosts the LCU Volleyball Tournament starting today at the LCU Fieldhouse. Once again, the Lady Chaps will take on top-notch competition, with three of the six schools ranked in the NAIA Top 25.
''I think that's going to help us in the long run,'' said LCU sophomore outside hitter Julie Williams, whose team opens the tournament with a 6 p.m. match today against The Master's College (Calif.) ''We have probably one of the toughest schedules in the conference, and I think that's going to prepare us for when we get to nationals.
''That's going to up our level of play ... We know we can play with teams.''
LCU has had plenty of practice. Last weekend, the Lady Chaps played three teams ranked in the top 25, including St. Mary's and Briar Cliff, ranked Nos. 3 and 10, respectively, at the time.
This weekend, LCU will take on Sooner Athletic Conference foe John Brown, ranked No. 17, eighth-ranked Georgetown (Ken.) and fourth-ranked Palm Beach Atlantic (Fla.). St. Francis (Ill.) College also is in the tournament.
According to freshman outside hitter Stacy Simpson, this weekend's tournament is about proving last weekend's results were no accident.
''This is our chance to prove ourselves and show last weekend wasn't a fluke,'' said Simpson, whose squad garnered 26 points in this week's national poll.
LCU volleyball coach Steven McRoberts tinkered with his lineup last weekend, after the Lady Chaps dropped the first two matches to open the tournament. The moves allowed Williams to concentrate on front-row responsibilities, and saw junior outside hitter Karen Gasch see extended time in the back row after recovering from a pulled abdominal muscle.
The moves paid dividends, as Williams earned all-tournament honors along with junior setter Shelby Smith, and was also named the Region VI Player of the Week.
Williams' emergence has eased some of the burden carried by senior middle blocker Mindy Ratliff, considered the team's most dangerous player.
''I think it takes a lot of pressure off Mindy, so she can have an off-night, or she can not as many kills,'' Williams said. ''Other teams know Mindy, and they know she's our good player and I think by us using different weapons and different people, it mixes up our offense a lot and it screws up their blocking.''
McRoberts is hoping it works again.
''It just clicked with all of these people knowing that they've only got this one thing to concentrate on,'' he said. ''The consistency was there. Whether it was just a one-day thing or whether it becomes a seasonal thing, we're kind of making a run at it.''
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Today marks five years since Hurricane Irma hit Barbuda and forced islanders to relocate. When they returned, they found their land being privatised through a development scheme that threatens both human rights and the environment. Developers are destroying important wetlands, clearing untouched forests and putting Barbudans at risk of more extreme climate disasters. All to build expensive resorts that will only be accessible to the ultra-wealthy and their private jets. A pattern that is being repeated across the Caribbean region.
GLAN, on the instruction of the Barbuda Council, submitted extensive evidence to the Geneva-based Ramsar Secretariat, the body responsible for ensuring protection for listed wetlands including Barbuda’s Codrington Lagoon National Park. So far, our calls for action and an international inspection mission have gone unanswered.
Earlier this year, a group of UN legal experts expressed deep concern about the human rights implications of developments on the island catering for ultra-wealthy tourists, but this appeal has been ignored by both the Government of Antigua and Barbuda and the parties to the Ramsar Convention.
Five years on, GLAN considers that the Government, developers and their enablers, investors, customers and contractors have failed to respect the human rights of Barbudans if not actively impacted them. We call on the international community, and in particular the Commonwealth and the United States as the country of origin of several investors and contractors, to ensure these actors’ respect for human rights and the environment. We urge multinational enterprises to take their obligations seriously and immediately halt their activities.
GLAN is particularly concerned by the intimidation of environmental rights defenders on the island. More than 20 islanders who investigated the sites of construction in 2020, have been summoned to appear in court later this month on charges of trespassing. Such charges effectively silence dissent against the ongoing confiscation of land.
In times of a heightened global climate crisis, luxury tourism projects on the ecosystems of a low-lying island are the exact opposite of what is needed. The situation in Barbuda is representative of a worldwide phenomenon of land grabbing in the name of economic growth and provision of service for the elite.
Read GLAN’s full statement in attachment or here.
You might find it helpful to note that there are several videos circulating to mark this day:
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SAN FRANSISCO, California – BYU-Hawaii men's basketball held a lead for nearly 30 minutes, but cold shooting down the stretch resulted in a 78-68 loss to Academy of Art Monday night at Kezar Pavilion.
"Academy of Art did a good job with their pressure defense they forced us into a lot of turnovers and it disrupted our offense," BYU-Hawaii head coach Gabriel Roberts said. "On the bright side of things, I was pleased with the work Jeff [Given], Caeleb [Roney] and Tanner [Nelson] did down low. They really helped us on the boards."
Nelson led BYU-Hawaii (3-5, 1-1 PacWest) with 17 points and seven rebounds. Shad Watson was close behind with 14 points including three 3-pointers. Roney contributed 11 points and nine rebounds, while Given had 10 points and eight rebounds.
Chris Salas for Academy of Art (2-6, 1-1 PacWest) led all scorers with 30 points and eight rebounds. Kendall Brown added 13 points.
The Seasiders shot 39.3 percent from the field and 29.2 percent from beyond the arc, while the Urban Knights shot 44.1 percent from the field and 27.3 percent from the beyond the arc. The Knights forced 17 turnovers from BYU-Hawaii while committing only 12. Academy of Art held a 36-26 advantage in the paint to create seperation.
The Seasiders jumped out to a quick 7-2 lead to start the game coming off multiple layups by Denhym Brooke and Tanner Nelson. Multiple missed shots by BYU-Hawaii then allowed the Urban Knights to go on a 12-2 run and take a three-point lead with 10:47 remaining in the first half.
Watson caught fire and hit three straight 3-pointers to push the Seasiders out to a 23-16 lead three minutes later. Dante Williams responded for Academy of Art with a steal and five quick to cut the deficit to two with only 2:48 remaining in the first half.
Watson and D McCleary each hit a jump shot to give create some separation as the teams traded baskets for the remainder of the half as the Seasiders headed into the break with a 35-34 lead.
Tanner Nelson hit two 3-pointers coming out of halftime and scored the first 10 points for the Seasiders. The Knights were able to hang with BYU-Hawaii as they continued to feed Luka Radovic in the paint for six straight points to tie the game at 45-45 with just under 15 minutes left.
A breakaway steal and layup by Gabriel Andrade kicked off an 8-0 for the Seasiders to help them jump out to a 56-46 lead with just under ten minutes remaining in the game, but the shooting woes set in shortly after.
Brown hit a 3-pointer and Chris Salas had a 3-point play to end the drought for the Urban Knights as they came back and cut the deficit to only four with only 8:00 minutes remaining. Three consecutive misses by the Seasiders and another three pointer for Academy of Art pushed the Knights out to a 60-57 lead and capping a 14-1 run with 6:50 remaining in the game.
Denhym Brooke cut the deficit to one with a couple of free-throws, but the Urban Knights quickly answered by taking advantage of two Seasider turnovers to jump out to a 66-61 lead with 3:48 left in the game. BYU-Hawaii remained cold from the field as Academy of Art maintained a 70-64 lead with 2:43 left on the clock.
The Seasiders only field goal in the last three minutes of the game was a 3-pointer by Jeff Given and the Urban Knights made their free throws to secure a 78-68 victory.
The Seasiders will return to the court Thursday at 7:30 p.m. PST at Notre Dame de Namur. Live stats and video will be available online.


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We pour libations for Fats Domino, New Orleans musical legend, who died Oct. 24. He was 89. The Architect of Rock n’ Roll was the child of Haitian Kreyòl plantation workers and the grandson of an enslaved African. And we also pour libations for Dennis Banks, co-founder of the American Indian Movement (AIM), who made his transition Oct. 30. He was 80. Congratulations to Drs. Vera and Wade Nobles on their 50th wedding anniversary this month.
Folks have probably heard by now that the African American Museum and Library, Oakland (AAMLO), is without a permanent director. While the search is being articulated and mounted, Susan D. Anderson, Bay Area author and founder of Memory House, will act as interim director and chief curator for the next six to nine months as the Oakland Public Library (OPL) mounts a national search to find the right person for the job.

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LBgard Blood Tubes are CE marked. [...]
Yes, gDNA can be extracted from blood collected in LBgard tubes using the QIAamp blood isolation kit (51106). gDNA yield can be improved if necessary [...]
Protocols: Do we need to perform an additional fixation step with PFA prior to storing or staining by immunofluorescence?
For slide immunofluorescence assays and flow cytometry assays, we recommend a fixation step. [...]
Standard red blood cell lysis protocols. [...]
Protocols: What kit is recommended for cell free DNA isolation for plasma isolated from LBgard tubes?
We recommend the QIAamp CNA kit (55114) from Qiagen. Other kits validated for use with LBgard tubes are the Norgen Plasma Circulating DNA Purification [...]
Yes, centrifuge at 3000 rcf for 15 minutes. [...]
Invert LBgard tubes containing whole blood to mix. Spin at 1900 rcf for 10 minutes. Transfer top plasma layer carefully to an empty conical tube, care [...]
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proud mom of Baby, and i am an animal lover as I have at home a cat, a dog, a fish tank, birds… This diversity makes me special because I provide many answers to your questions that increase your knowledge about your pets friends. I have 7 years of experience working with pets. i hope you enjoy our tips.
Should I be worried if my dog is throwing up white foam?
Should I be worried if my dog is throwing up white foam?
Vomiting white foam may be more than just an upset tummy If your dog has been vomiting white foam, it’s worth visiting your veterinarian to investigate the source of the problem. While many causes of vomiting can be minor, some can be more serious and can require immediate medical attention.
What can I give my dog for vomiting white foam?
Is your dog throwing up white foam specifically in the morning? If so, it could be due to acid building up overnight in his stomach. A diet of plain chicken and boiled rice for a few days may help calm his stomach and decrease acid reflux. If it occurs frequently, your dog should see a veterinarian.
Why is my dog gagging and coughing up white foam?
Coughing up white foam can be a sign of Kennel Cough, bloat or gastrointestinal distress. The latter two conditions are classed as emergencies, so if your dog is coughing up white foam, contact your vet or emergency care provider right away.
What does white foamy vomit mean?
What does white or foamy vomit mean? Your vomit may appear white if you’ve eaten something white, such as ice cream or milk. Foamy vomit may develop if you have excess gas in your stomach. You should see a doctor if it lasts for more than a day or two.
What can you give a puppy for upset stomach?
Chicken and Rice. Chicken and rice are prime ingredients in many dog foods, and these mild foods sit well on upset canine stomachs. Shredded Chicken. Shredded chicken is easy on upset stomachs and acts as a huge eating incentive for dogs with decreased appetites. Pumpkin. Bone Broth. Baby Food.
Should I be worried if my puppy throws up?
Yes, it is normal for puppies to vomit. Puppy vomiting is a common occurrence and is often a harmless and effective defense against puppy’s eating things they shouldn’t consume. Puppy vomit however can also be a sign of serious and even life-threatening illness. If your puppy vomits often, it’s time to call your vet.
Why is my dog throwing up but acting normal?
Some dogs are prone to vomiting on a regular basis. Chronic vomiting in young dogs is often due to parasites or a food sensitivity. It can also be caused by certain diseases or health issues. Bloodwork, X-rays, ultrasounds, or biopsies are often necessary to diagnose the problem.
Does kennel cough go away on its own?
Kennel cough can usually go away on its own – most cases will clear up within three weeks and shouldn’t need any treatment at all.
What home remedy can I give my dog for vomiting?
Ginger is warming and moves energy in the body upwards and outwards. Fennel is good for more rotund dogs who seek out cool places and may have a difficult time regulating body temperature.
Is kennel cough fatal?
DO NOT WORRY, Kennel Cough itself is not fatal but in rare cases, the virus could lead to bronchopneumonia in puppies and chronic bronchitis in senior or immunocompromised dogs, so it is very important to get your dog checked if they have any of these symptoms: Coughing – very strong, often with a “honking” noise.
What does white puke mean in dogs?
White vomit may be the result of an upset stomach, which isn’t usually a cause for concern. Foam is more of a worry. White foam is a sign that your dog is suffering from bloat or gastrointestinal problems – they may be trying to vomit but not having any luck.
Does kennel cough cause white foam?
Any dog exposed to kennel cough may develop a dry, goose-honking cough that can sound at times, like a gagging noise, and in some cases, the coughing results in enough irritation that they will bring up some clear or white foam. This is expected following exposure.
When should I take my dog to the vet for vomiting?
Prompt attention from a veterinarian should be sought if your dog vomits multiple times in one day or for more than one day in a row. In addition, you should seek veterinary attention if your dog shows the following symptoms accompanied by vomiting: Loss of appetite. Change in frequency of urination.
Should I give my dog water after vomiting?
It is important to give your dog’s digestive system some time to recoup and rest from the vomiting by not feeding your dog for 12-24 hours. You can give your dog small amounts of water to keep them hydrated. Food and large amounts of water will only aggravate your dog’s upset stomach.
How can I make my dog feel better after vomiting?
if it is a single vomit, withhold food for at least 6 hours. if the vomiting stops, small bland food meals can be introduced. gradually increase the amount of water. after 6 hours without vomiting, give your dog small amounts of a bland low-fat food several times a day for a few days.
What does the color of dog vomit mean?
Clear, slimy or foamy vomit that’s tinged with yellow indicates your dog’s stomach was empty at the time vomiting occurred (the foam comes from mucus that’s normally present in the stomach plus saliva, while the yellow is bile from the small intestine).
What are the signs of a sick puppy?
Lethargy. Dizziness. Loss of appetite. Vomiting and diarrhoea. Whimpering more than usual. Excessive licking or scratching.
What are signs of parvo in a puppy?
Some of the signs of parvovirus include lethargy; loss of appetite; abdominal pain and bloating; fever or low body temperature (hypothermia); vomiting; and severe, often bloody, diarrhea. Persistent vomiting and diarrhea can cause rapid dehydration, and damage to the intestines and immune system can cause septic shock.
Should I feed my puppy after vomiting?
After a dog vomits, it’s generally best to withhold food for several hours and observe, but don’t withhold water. 2 If your dog vomits one time and then acts completely normal, you can probably resume your normal feeding routine within six to 12 hours, or when the next meal is due.
What to do when puppy is throwing up?
Call your vet ASAP if your puppy vomits after eating a mild meal or drinking water. If your puppy has a more serious condition causing its vomiting, your vet will prescribe appropriate medical treatment. Hospitalization may be necessary in severe cases.

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The Winnipeg Free Press reports that, “Winnipeggers curious to learn the identity of the city’s sewage-treatment ‘strategic partner’ will have to wait a little longer.”
“The creators of Winnipeg’s new water, sewer and garbage utility have delayed announcing which of three consulting firms (Ch2mHill, Veolia or Black & Veatch) will be chosen as the new corporation’s partner in $615 million worth of sewage-treatment upgrades, until the provincial government passes legislation that will allow the utility to proceed.”
“The city hoped to choose its ‘strategic partner’ before the end of 2009. (As of February 13) that is now on hold for at least a month, as the city and province are still trying to hammer out the wording of the legislation that will create the new utility.”
“Utility spokesman Bryan Gray and a spokeswoman for Local Government Minister Ron Lemieux said this week negotiations are going smoothly. But they would not disclose what the negotiations involve.”
“While the city is pursuing the utility to cut down on construction costs, the province wants the corporation to proceed in order to make it easier for Winnipeg to reach service-sharing deals with neighbouring municipalities.”
The full article is at http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/new-utility-partner-decision-delayed-84292187.html.
More on Council of Canadians opposition to the commercialization of Winnipeg’s water utility at http://canadians.org/action/2009/09-July-09.html.


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Castel Sant’Elmo, once called Paturcium, is a Medieval castlewhich dominates the city of Naples from the highest point of the Vomero hill. It is located in the place where a church dedicated to St. Erasmus was built in the 10th century, hence the name Ermo and then Elmo. Inside the castle there is also a permanent museum, the 'Napoli Novecento'.
Castel Sant’Elmo, once called Paturcium, is a Medieval castle which dominates the city of Naples from the highest point of the Vomero hill.
It is located in the place where a church dedicated to St. Erasmus was built in the 10th century, hence the name Ermo and then Elmo. Inside the castle there is also a permanent museum, the 'Napoli Novecento'.
The Castle has always been coveted due to its strategic position from which you can control the whole city, the gulf and the streets and from which you can enjoy the view of a splendid panorama of the historic center. To access to the interior of the Castle, you need to take a steep ramp and cross a bridge protected by side walls in which 12 slits open on each side; after the bridge there is the Grotta dell'Eremita.
The imperial emblem of Charles V is affixed to the portal in piperno, consisting of a double-headed eagle and a marble inscription reminiscent of his reign.
On Piazza d'Armi stands the Torre del Castellano.
The origins of the Castle can be traced back to a Norman observation tower called Belforte, but the first certain historical information relating to it dates back to 1329, when the Angevin dynasty wanted to give the city a new defense tool. It was in fact Roberto d'Angiò who commissioned the architect Tino da Camaino in 1325 to build the Palatium Castrum, whose work ended under the reign of Giovanna I d'Angiò in 1343.
The Castle, with its large gunboats placed on the ramparts and the high walls surrounded by a deep moat, was a structure that perfectly fit to the strategic-defensive tasks. For this reason, since then, it was a military objective, especially during the dispute between the Spanish and French for the conquest of the Kingdom of Naples.
Castel Sant'Elmo was was rebuilt on commission from the Spanish Viceroy Don Pedro De Toledo between 1537 and 1547, and assumed the current six-pointed star plan, representing one of the most significant examples of 16th century military architecture.
In 1587 a lightning strike, hitting the ammunition depot, caused serious damage to the Castle, destroying the military houses and the internal Church.
The building was then rebuilt, around the 17th century, by the architect Domenico Fontana.
Between the 17th and 18th centuries, Castel Sant'Elmo also served as a prison, where, among the others, the philosopher Tommaso Campanella was imprisoned. The end of the 18th century was a period of great turbulence for the Castle which was the protagonist of many popular rebellions and aggressions; in fact during the riots that followed the Napoleonic Campaign in Italy, it was occupied by the people and besieged by the Republicans who proclaimed in the Piazza d'Armi the Neapolitan Republic. Following the collapse of the Republic, the Castle was once again a prison, in which Giustino Fortunato, Domenico Cirillo and Luisa Sanfelice were imprisoned, and remained a military prison until 1952.
Only in the late 20th century the Castle became a center of cultural interests and today houses the 'Napoli Novecento' museum and numerous exhibitions.