Meet in the St. Louis Forest Park in winter. Walk in the forest park, pass by the history museum, art museum, zoo, and continue to the science museum. There are people running in shorts and shorts along the road, cyclists, anglers by the lake, golfers, tennis courts...There is such a large forest park in the city center, and there are a lot of fun In places of entertainment, people take exercise and enjoy the sun and outdoor air as part of their lives. I am a little ashamed in my sweater and pants.
The first time I came to the Forest Park, it covers a large area and only a small part of it took more than 2 hours. It's autumn, the leaves are red, especially beautiful against the blue sky! After visiting the museum, I can only understand the Asian part.
The park has a large area and is surrounded by the Missouri History Museum, the St. Louis Art Museum, the Zoo, and Washington University in St. Louis. The public welfare seems to be good throughout Missouri, and all museums and zoos are free.
As the site of the 1904 World Exposition, Forest Park is the second largest urban park in the country. There are many things you can do here. As a local, I think Forest Park is the center of outdoor life in St. Louis. The Forest Park contains a zoo, the St. Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, a lake, a golf course, and endless bicycle and walking trails. Outdoor skating (in winter), fishing, picnics and barbecues are also good choices for you here. There are also several sports venues in the park, which are home to some amateur sports leagues. Although located in the urban area of the Midwest, Forest Park still has its own unique beauty. It is like a gem in the gateway city of St. Louis.
This is a paradise for vacationers, and a paradise for adventurers. This is a beautiful scenery and a pleasant climate. No wonder people flock to it. Where is this? As for the forest park in the United States, the park has beautiful forests and water lilies full of swamps. The park is unique because of its standing rocks, and these rocks are half as old as the earth. This park is the habitat of precious birds around the world. Here, you can enjoy the visual feast brought to you by various birds.


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Q: What happens to me when I have a positive test or refuse to test (i.e. adulterate, or substitute my urine specimen, or decline to be tested)?
A: DOT – If you are a safety-sensitive employee mandated by the DOT, you are not permitted to perform safety-sensitive duties until you have seen a DOT qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and successfully completed the return-to-duty process. Working in a safety-sensitive position before successfully completing the return-to-duty process is a violation of the DOT’ regulation 49 CFR Part 40 and could result in fines being assessed.
A: Non-DOT – If you are a non-regulated employee that has failed an employer test, your employer may allow you to continue performing your non-safety-sensitive work functions, however, you are required to be assessed by a substance abuse specialist and follow all required recommendations for treatment or education; undergo a follow-up evaluation and submit to a drug and/or alcohol test.
A: NRC – If you are mandated under the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and have been referred for a substance abuse evaluation you must be seen by a Substance Abuse Expert (SAE) that has been trained and tested under regulation 10 CFR part 26.
Q: Will I lose my job if I test positive or refuse a test?
A: These decisions are solely the employer’s, which may be based on company policy and/or any collective bargaining agreements.
Q: My employer told me I need to get in touch with a SAP (Substance Abuse Professional). How do I do this?
A: DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 Subpart O requires your employer or a service agent of the employer to provide a list of DOT qualified SAPs (40.287). When you contact SRS, a list of DOT qualified SAPs will be provided.
Q: What if I don’t complete a SAP program?
A. You will not be eligible to perform safety-sensitive duties for any employer or as an owner operator until you have complied with the DOT’s Part 40 regulated SAP program.
Q: Can I find a SAP on my own?
A: Yes, you can; however, the requirements under Subpart O have to be met.
Q: When can I start the SAP program?
A. SRS can get you enrolled in a matter of minutes and typically get you seen by the SAP within 72 business hours.
Q: Where are SRS’ SAPs, SAEs & Specialists located?
A: SRS has qualified SAPs, SAEs & Specialists in over 3000 locations nationwide and Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam and Canada. Therefore, you will be scheduled with the provider nearest to your location.
Q: What are the drug & alcohol testing rules and where do I find them?
A: DOT – The Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [FMCSA], the Federal Railroad Administration [FRA], the Federal Transit Administration [FTA], the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration [PHMSA]) and the United States Coast Guard [USCG] each have industry specific regulations which in total cover approximately 12.1 million transportation employees who perform safety-sensitive functions. These regulations spell out who is subject to testing, when and in what circumstances. These regulations can be found on the DOT website, https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/part40.
A: NRC – The Nuclear Regulatory Commission [NRC] has industry specific regulations that can be found on the NRC website. www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc…/part026/
Q: Is the employer responsible for payment of a SAP, SAE or Non-DOT program?
A: This decision is at the employer’s discretion.
Q: Will my results follow me to other employers?
A: Yes, your drug and alcohol testing history will follow you to your new employer. Employers are required by law to provide certain records of your DOT and/or NRC drug and alcohol testing history to your new employer.
Q: Who decides when I can return to work?
A: It is up to the SAP or SAE to make a recommendation for a return-to-duty test, however, the employers decides when or if you are eligible for return to duty.
Q: Can an employee perform safety-sensitive duties before completing the SAP process?
A: No, the employee must show compliance to the recommendations and be seen by the SAP for a follow-up evaluation. During the follow-up evaluation the SAP will determine if the employee is eligible to be considered for return to duty.
Q. Will I be able to continue to drive my personal vehicle with a DOT testing violation?
A. Yes, a violation will only prohibit you from operating a vehicle in excess of 26,001 lbs. or a commercial vehicle that carries more than 15 passengers and a driver.

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Scientists at Utrecht University have significantly expanded the number of human leukocyte antigen peptides detectable via mass spec.
In a study published last week in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the researchers identified more than 12,000 HLA class I-presented peptides, generating what Albert Heck, chair of the Biomolecular Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics group at Utrecht University and author on the study, said was by far the largest profile of such molecules to date.
In addition to providing new insights into the composition of HLA class I-presented peptide repertoire, the study also demonstrated an application of electron-transfer/higher-energy collision dissociation fragmentation (EThcD), Heck told ProteoMonitor.
Introduced by Heck's lab in a paper published in Analytical Chemistry in 2012, EThcD combines the two fragmentation methods to improve coverage and identification of fragment ions compared to conventional fragmentation techniques. In particular, Heck noted, the technique is useful for analysis of non-trypic peptides, such as the endogenous peptides his team targeted in its HLA work.
HLA class I molecules are a key part of the immune system, binding to short peptides generated by the degradation of cellular proteins, which they then present at the cell surface for detection by immune actors like T lymphocytes. Presentation of specific peptides marks cancerous or infected cells for destruction.
Given their key role in this process, researchers have sought to generate profiles of these peptides, and shotgun mass spec has emerged as the leading approach for such efforts.
Identifying large numbers of these peptides, however, has proven challenging using conventional mass spec techniques, Heck said, noting that thus far most efforts to identify them have maxed out at around 500 peptides. This, the PNAS authors noted, is likely due to the non-tryptic nature of these endogenously processed peptides and the fact that they may contain "certain amino acid residues that are known to hamper efficient backbone dissociation" by traditional fragmentation methods.
Heck and his colleagues hoped to achieve more complete coverage using the EThcD approach, which generates both ETD and HCD fragment ions, offering more informative mass spectra compared to traditional methods and potentially improving identifications.
Using the technique to analyze a human B-cell line on a customized Thermo Fisher Scientific Orbitrap Elite instrument, the Utrecht team identified more than 12,000 HLA class I-associated peptides, dramatically expanding the known repertoire of these molecules. Indeed, the researchers noted, "comparison of the complete dataset with recent large-scale studies revealed that 81 percent of the peptides have not been reported before."
In addition to the EThcD analysis, the researchers also performed the experiment using conventional fragmentation techniques including collision induced dissociation, HCD, and ETD alone and CID combined with HCD. EThcD analysis resulted in a 39 percent rate of high-confidence peptide identifications, roughly twice as high a rate as ETD alone and more than three times the rate of CID and HCD alone and CID combined with HCD.
The EThcD method does result in "a somewhat slower duty cycle" due to the two forms of fragmentation used, Heck said, but, he noted, this is more than made up for by the increase in peptide IDs.
The method could prove useful for analysis of a variety of analytes beyond HLA-associated peptides, Heck said. In particular, he noted, it could provide improved coverage of glycopeptides, with ETD fragmentation offering good information on the peptide backbone and HCD offering information on the attached glycans.
For the PNAS work, the Utrecht team used a specially modified Orbitrap Elite instrument that they customized in collaboration with Thermo Fisher scientists. Thermo Fisher's recently released Orbitrap Fusion, however, has a built-in EThcD, Heck said, "so [the method] will be available to anyone."
Perhaps more significant than the demonstration of the EThcD approach, though, Heck said, were the insights it offered into the composition of the HLA class I-associated peptide population.
He cited, for example, the technique's success at localizing phosphorylation sites on these peptides, a feature that could prove important in understanding HLA class I-associated peptides in cancerous cells. The notion, Heck said, is that dysregulation of cell signaling in cancer cells could be reflected in phosphorylation of their HLA-associated peptides. In total, the Utrecht researchers identified roughly 0.5 percent of all peptides in the study as being phosphorylated.
More generally, Heck said, the EThcD method's ability to generate deep profiles of HLA class I-associated peptides could enable identification of cell-specific differences in these peptide populations that could improve the ability to select specific cells for therapy.
"For instance, if you are able to identify that a certain peptide is presented on cancer cells but not on other [healthy] cells, you could use that for targeting those cells," he said.
Similar work has been done by previous researchers, Heck said, but these efforts have been limited by the relatively small number of peptide identifications generated by conventional workflows.
He and his colleagues are currently using the EThcD approach to compare the HLA-associated peptide profiles across a variety of cell types, including cancer cell lines, he said.

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The 'hanging gardens' of Djebba El Olia have been put to the test this year as the North African country sweltered through its hottest July since the 1950s
Oktoberfest, Germany's famed beer festival which draws millions of visitors from around the world, opened Saturday in Munich after a two-year pause due to the coronavirus pandemic
This joint initiative by Bureau 555 and Brihatta Art Foundation is a big event for the digital fashion of this country. This is the first time an exhibition of Bangladesh fashion was ever held in ...
Just before it opens each afternoon, elderly residents gather outside one of Tokyo's last remaining old-style bath houses carrying flannels, soap and shampoo for their regular soak
Inside an old oak barrel, Ecuadoran bioengineer Javier Carvajal found the fungus of fortune: a 400-year-old yeast specimen that he has since managed to resurrect and use to reproduce what is believed ...
‘Our Shared Cultural Heritage’ project has been designed to connect young people and inspire them to work with cultural heritage through a series of training and activities
Walk around the German Alpine village of Oberammergau, and the chances are you'll run into Jesus or one of his 12 disciples
Around 600 signs, images and carvings -- some of aquatic life never before seen in cave paintings -- have been found on the walls of the immense cave 37 metres below the azure waters of the ...
The library that played a crucial role for the expansion of education in the region has remained dormant for the past 13 years
DSCC mayor Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh has urged the BIWTA to remove the Sadarghat Launch Terminal from near the Lalkuthi-Ruplal House immediately to restore the heritage of Dhaka
Beautiful jamdani wins hearts at home and around the world as the weavers continue to work at the loom to spin out this intricate fabric
The newly redesigned “Switzerland Corner” has been launched at the World Civilization Gallery of the National Museum in Dhaka
The restoration included the façade, ornamentation, inner courtyard reconstruction and plastering of interior walls


Vikings receive two compensatory draft picks, bringing total to nine
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The Minnesota Vikings have received two compensatory draft picks, the NFL announced on Friday, giving them nine total selections in next month's NFL Draft.
The compensatory picks -- one each for the free-agent losses of running back Chester Taylor and guard Artis Hicks -- are in the sixth (No. 200 overall) and seventh rounds (No. 235), respectively.
The Vikings previously owned their own picks in Rounds 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7, plus the New York Giants' fifth-rounder. So, they now have two picks in each of the final three rounds.
Compensatory picks cannot be traded.


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Volvo, car manufacturer since 1929, have always put safety at the center of the designing process. This statement becomes today a strong aim: to avoid all deathly accident or casualty on board of a Volvo vehicle for 2020.
The #adopteunmannequin project is a funny and forward thinking operation especially conceived for young people, completely at ease with web technologies. For almost a week, pictures of crash-test mannequins enjoying a commun daily life are arousing the interest of internet users.
Thanks to a video (here below), Volvo Car France and the Auditoire agency unveiled the origin of the project, featuring aimless unemployed crash-test mannequins. To make them smile, Volvo, with the help of some influent social network personalities, organises pleasant activities to give a new sense to their mannequins life.
To adopt a former mannequin is now a feasible dream. On the plateforme www.adopteunmannequin.com visitors can participate to the contest by choosing one of the ten profiles and try to win an unforgettable day with them.
#adopteunmannequin is a humorous initiative promoting an ambitious goal to bring new inspirations to approach a major social issue.


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Donald Trump just can’t help himself. For almost two weeks, he kept largely silent about allegations that Roy Moore, the Republican candidate for Senate in Alabama, molested underage women when he was in his 30s. But on Tuesday, the president came out against Moore’s Democratic opponent Doug Jones, arguing that “we don’t need a liberal person in [the Senate seat], a Democrat.” And besides, Trump told reporters, “He says it didn’t happen and you have to listen to him, also.”
It’s bad enough that the president is backing an accused child molester for the Senate. We’ll find out whether Alabama voters agree with him in a few weeks. In the meantime, Trump’s words are also a reminder that, in the national conversation about sexual harassers, the president’s own record needs to be at the center. And yes, that means investigations.
The evidence against Trump is damning. Seventeen different women have accused Trump of sexual harassment. He admitted on tape that he would grope women without their consent because “when you’re a star, they let you do it.” He confessed to repeatedly entering pageant rooms when contestants were naked. He told two 14-year-olds (after they informed him of their age) that “in a couple years I’ll be dating you.” He said of a young girl on a Trump Tower escalator, “I am going to be dating her in 10 years.”
Most of these allegations and recordings came to light last fall. Trump promised to sue the accusers at the time, but never did. His defenders have not found anything exculpatory, and Lord knows they’ve tried. No wonder Trump emphasized that Moore “says it didn’t happen” — it’s the only defense either of them have.
Yet even as allegations of sex abuse reached Capitol Hill and state legislatures around the country and as the president privately “drew parallels between Moore’s predicament and the one he faced just over a year ago”, many have been reluctant to revive the accusations against Trump. There should be no such reluctance. The many reckonings abusers will hopefully face and the many reforms that industries will promise to adopt in the coming months will mean far less if the president’s history remains undiscussed.
Trump’s statement that “when you’re a star, they let you do it” showcases the power imbalance that features in so many of these stories. The abusers use their influence to coerce victims, to hush up witnesses and investigations and to protect themselves from consequences. Reversing this culture starts with abusers publicly facing repercussions, not just to make other would-be abusers think twice, but also to encourage other victims and witnesses that if they come forward they will be believed.
Recent takedowns of titans of various industries begin to chip away at the power imbalance. But as influential as someone like Harvey Weinstein may be, no person or position compares to the president of the United States. What message does it send to victims that the Oval Office’s occupant shrugged off 17 women and multiple tapes? What do they think when he publicly doubts the thoroughly reported allegations against Moore? And what better way to shake the system that seems to have let Trump to get away with his record than finally forcing him to face consequences or at least investigations? With Republicans in control of Congress, any such probes are months or years off. But Trump’s behavior should be at the center of the sexual harassment conversation right now.

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The Designer's Atlas of Sustainability
Island Press, 20 juin 2007 - 240 pages
Designing for sustainability is an innovation shaping both the design industry and design education today.Yet architects, product designers, and other key professionals in this new field have so far lacked a resource that addresses their sensibilities and concerns. The Designer's Atlas of Sustainability now explores the basic principles, concepts, and practice of sustainable design in a visually sophisticated and engaging style. The book tackles not only the ecological aspects of sustainable design-designers' choice of materials and manufacturing processes have a tremendous impact on the natural world-but also the economic and cultural elements involved.
The Atlas is neither a how-to manual nor collection of recipes for sustainable design, but a compendium of fresh approaches to sustainability that designers can incorporate into daily thinking and practice. Illuminating many facets of this exciting field, the book offers ideas on how to harmonize human and natural systems, and then explores practical options for making the business of design more supportive of long-term sustainability. An examination of the ethical dimensions of sustainable development in our public and private lives is the theme present throughout. Like other kinds of atlases, The Designer's Atlas of Sustainability illustrates its subject, but it goes far beyond its visual appeal, stimulating design solutions for "development that cultivates environmental and social conditions that will support human well-being indefinitely."
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CARMICHAEL (CBS13) — A car ended up in a precarious position Saturday after running into a pole.
Sacramento Metro Fire said the incident happened around noon at 7540 Fair Oaks Blvd. in Carmichael. They said the car drove off the road into the pole.
Luckily, the ground wire cables worked as a sort of safety net, suspending the car in the vertical position.
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Cocoa Police Department Promotes New Lieutenant, Sergeant and Detective
By Space Coast Daily // July 13, 2023
Effective July 10
BREVARD COUNTY • COCOA, FLORIDA – Chief Evander Collier IV has promoted a new lieutenant, sergeant and detective and has reorganized other department staff to maximize efficiency and continue to deliver high levels of public safety service to the citizens of Cocoa.
Effective July 10th, Sgt. Bill Mills is promoted to lieutenant and will be assigned to the patrol division.
Detective Oscar Pimentel is promoted to sergeant and will be assigned to the patrol division.
Officer Amanda Torello is promoted to detective and will serve in the Criminal Investigations Division.
Lt. Mills joined the Cocoa Police Department in September, 1998. He served as a patrol officer, street crimes unit officer, community resource officer, detective, special agent and sergeant. He worked in the FBI’s Safe Street’s Task Force. During his tenure as sergeant, he supervised patrol operations, investigations, and crisis negotiations. He is also a firearms instructor, and managed the department’s Field Training and Evaluation Program for two years.
Sgt. Pimentel joined the Cocoa Police Department in 2009. Since, he has served as a field training officer, crisis negotiator, SWAT officer, K9 officer, master patrol officer, and detective. While serving as a detective, Sgt. Pimentel worked on numerous major crimes which led to successful prosecutions.
Detective Torello joined the Cocoa Police Department in 2015. She served as a patrol officer, school resource officer, community engagement unit officer, crisis negotiator, and traffic homicide investigator.
As part of Chief Collier’s succession planning goals, other staffing changes include Lt. Jeremy Ondo being reassigned from patrol operations to professional compliance and internal affairs.
Sgt. Chris Bradshaw is reassigned from internal affairs to detective sergeant in the Criminal Investigations Division. Sgt. Anthony Colombo is reassigned from patrol to special investigations


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Malaysia’s Berjaya Corporation Committed towards Palm Oil and Other Malaysian Commodities
As part of the on-going Love My Palm Oil Campaign (LMPO), Minister of Primary Industries, YB Teresa Kok enlisted the support and commitment of Berjaya Corporation through its Chairman Tan Sri Vincent Tan.
The event hosted at Berjaya Hotel Times Square on Monday 20 January 2020, also showcased a number of Malaysian commodities particularly palm oil, cocoa and pepper successfully incorporated into various food and non-food formulations that are finding niche markets including in Japan and other developed markets.
Tan Sri Vincent Tan was emphatic in stating that Berjaya Corporation was a true supporter of all things Malaysian and his corporation’s base remains firmly in Malaysia.
This also meant that they actively look into various locally grown and available supply chains to be added to their long list of already successful consumer platforms.
In this context he had closely followed the nation’s commodities sectors and found so many unexploited opportunities presented by palm oil, cocoa and pepper.
Minister YB Teresa Kok in welcoming Berjaya Corporation’s commitment assured the business communities that her Ministry was spearheading research on several downstream applications.
Many, particularly those based on Malaysian palm oil and cocoa have been commercialised successfully by small and medium sized entrepreneurs.
The products are formulated and packaged to international standards and are getting international attraction but yet their ability to expand into major markets are limited due to a lack of business experiences and supply chain management.
“In this matter the long term expertise and experience of the Berjaya Corporation which is already world class and demonstrated by their successful management of leading brands such as 7-Eleven, Starbucks and Kenny Rogers could come in handy,” said YB Teresa Kok.
Indeed while interacting with the exhibitors at the event made up largely of the small and medium entrepreneurs both Tan Sri Vincent Tan and YB Teresa Kok exchanged many interesting observations, with Vincent Tan showing keen interest in several products displayed.
He stated that his team would be making further assessment of these products to help map out possible market expansion particularly through his existing enterprises.
Berjaya Corporation also agreed to work with the Ministry of Primary Industries and MPOC to create a palm oil awareness walkabout area and that Berjaya Hotel will get its chefs to recreate palm based recipes for food preparation and presentations in the next two months.
This was deemed timely since 2020 is Visit Malaysia Year and the expected influx of more than 20 million tourists could be given a taste of Malaysia through these primed food recipes developed by Berjaya Hotels and its culinary schools.
Overall YB Teresa Kok stated that these efforts were bearing fruit and the Love My Palm Oil Campaign was being actively supported by various business groups with the most recent commitments from Berjaya Corporation emerging at a most timely juncture.
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15 July 2005 -- A Serbian court today sentenced four former members of a paramilitary force to 15- and 20-year prison terms for murdering 16 Muslims during the 1992-95 Bosnia war.
The victims were kidnapped on Bosnian territory in October 1992 on their way to work and later tortured and killed. Their bodies were thrown into the River Drina and never found.
The four men convicted today were members of a paramilitary group known as "The Avengers." Two other men who were tried in absentia remain at large, including Milan Lukic, the group's commander.


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We have seen many promising organizations over the past three decades fail to reach their true potential due to a weak fundamental framework.
A hard-working entrepreneur can establish his business, but the next phase of growth requires an extra edge. Meanwhile, the pursuit of business success has taken its toll on the entrepreneur’s health and family life. But where are the results?
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With BPA, your company can free your workforce from many non-core activities that can easily be handled by an outsourcing partner at a fraction of the price.
One of the most important benefits a company reaps after automating its business processes is cost-effectiveness. By identifying the gaps in current business processes/workflows and automating them through the use of the most appropriate technology, companies can achieve better productivity with the same level of resources/input.
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People can make mistakes, but that doesn’t apply to technology. Automation can limit the chance of errors in the business process. Of course, automation does not replace the importance of workforce because it is not possible to use SOPs and software to run all parts of a business. But integrating BPA into your operations can reduce or eliminate the chance of human error.
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Complex projects require monitoring each team member and ensuring proper information flow, which often proves to be a complicated task. Keeping track of the project process, updating the different teams, setting goals and deadlines becomes a lot easier.
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By incorporating automation into your business functions, you can analyze the data and dig deeper. For example, you might want to compare the number of leads you generate versus the number of sales, even though this analysis can be done manually. But for organizations that already have a lot on their plate, such manual analysis can be overwhelming, making the job a lot easier. Business process automation has become an essential strategy for any growing organization. It not only improves the management of your organization, but also allows you to make more informed business decisions, increase output and at the same time to reduce costs.


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PM Davutoglu to visit Azerbaijan, TRT reported. Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu will pay his second official visit as Prime Minister to Azerbaijan.
Davutoglu will leave for Baku tonight and start his contacts on Friday.
Davutoglu will attend the ground breaking ceremony of the "Southern Gas Corridor" which is one of the most comprehensive natural gas projects in the world.
Gas to be extracted from Shah Deniz will be taken to Europe via Turkey.
Prime Minister Davutoglu will first visit the mausoleum of the late President Heydar Aliyev and Turkish and Azeri martyrs' cemeteries.
Davutoglu will be received by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
Davutoglu will be accompanied on his visit by Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yıldız.
Bilateral relations, regional issues, investments in the field of defense industry and energy projects will be taken up at talks.
Prime Minister Davutoglu's visit will last two days.


Resources for Urban Transportation
A checklist for the development of pedestrian-scale communities suitable for public transportation, either now or in the future. The principles are useful for transit agencies, to ensure that nearby development will generate sufficient numbers of riders to support transit, and that transit will indeed enhance the community.
Common criteria for selecting urban transportation modes in 16 chapters devoted to the various modes, including walking, bicycles, motorcycles and scooters automobiles, taxis, buses, bus rapid transit, trolleybuses, streetcars and light rail transit, monorails, heavy rail transit, commuter rail, automated guideway transit, waterborne modes, and special modes. 840 pages.
Copenhagen's decision to create pedestrian streets in the city centre has made it an outdoor theatre. From small towns like Langenlois in Austria, to the centre of London, de-motorisation is transforming urban surroundings. A passionate, well-argued case for moving away from a car centered to a people-centered society.
Sustainable Transport: Planning for Walking and Cycling in Urban Environments (2003). Tolley, Rodney, Editor. Woodhead Publishing in Environmental Management.
Comprehensive handbook covering sustainable transport initiatives worldwide. Focuses on walking and cycling as alternatives to motorized transport systems. Presents practical advice on how to encourage sustainable transport schemes. Case study analysis from Europe, North America and Australia. For urban and transport planners, architects, local and national government officers, environmental agencies world wide and all those concerned with environmental management.
Implementing Sustainable Urban Travel Policies. National Peer Review: The Netherlands (2001). European Conference of Ministers of Transport.
Undertaken during the preparation of the recently approved National Traffic and Transport Plan of the Netherlands (2000), this report is an evaluation of Dutch urban travel policy that is based on the findings of an ECMT team of peer experts during their study visit to the Netherlands in June 1999.
Implementing Sustainable Urban Travel Policies (2004). Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Overview of policies at the national level for promoting cycling. This report was presented to the ECMT ministers at their Ljubljana Council in 2004.
Describes the movement of people and goods along America's highways, railroads, waterways, on public transit, and by air. First published 50 years ago.
In Transit : Mobility, City Culture and Urban Development in Rotterdam (2003). Meurs, P., & Verheijen, M., Editors.
Rotterdam's history has left it marked by movement and transit. The cityscape is defined by waterways, bridges, streets, arterial canals, avenues and a rhomboid motorway system. The city serves as a good case study and illustration of the relationship between mobility and urban development. 192 pages.
Combined analysis of parking and traffic. Includes a chapter on "Bicycle Commuting."
Examines the urban aspect of sustainability issues, arguing that cities are a necessary focus for that global agenda. The essential character of a city's land use results from how it manages its transportation.
National Policies to Promote Cycling: Implementing Sustainable Urban Travel Policies (2004). Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Overview of policies at the national level for promoting cycling. Presented to the ECMT ministers at their Ljubljana Council in 2004.
Survey of major cities around the world; compares liveability and dependence on the automobile for personal mobility. 442 pp.
Suburban Nation : The Rise of Sprawl and the Decline of the American Dream (2000). Duany, A., Plater-Zyberk, E., & and Speck, J.
Calls for a revolution in suburban design that emphasizes neighborhoods in which homes, schools, commercial and municipal buildings are integrated in pedestrian-accessible, safe and friendly settings.
Health and community design : The impact of the built environment on physical activity (2003). Engelke, P., Frank, L., & Schmid, T.
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Worcester, MA --- Despite cold and blustery conditions at Worcester State on Saturday, the WPI Women's Outdoor Track and Field team captured its third straight Worcester City Meet title. The Engineers racked up 210 points as a team, outscoring Worcester State (136) and Fitchburg State (108) in the six-team meet.
WPI won seven events on the day. Sophomore Noelle Richard (Oxford, MA) seized the 100 and 200 meter dashes with times of 13.24 and 26.78 respectively. Emily Pearce (Avon CT) took home top honors in the pole vault with a height of 9-6.25, while Adrianna Davis (Chelmsford, MA) crossed the finish line first in the 100 meter hurdles in a time of 16.63. Funmi Adebayo (Medford, MA) was victorious in the hammer throw with a heave of 130-2 and freshman Amy Babeu (Groveland, MA) struck gold in the 5000 meters (19:52.99). Caroline Allen (Norton, MA), Caitlin Rush (Nashua, NH), Lauren Waring (Wilmington, MA) and Stacey Rauen (San Gabriel, CA) closed out the day winning the 4x400 relay in a time of 4:45.15 for the Engineers.
Davis, Pearce and Adebayo's first place marks along with Richard's winning time in the 200 qualifies for the Divison III New England Championship meet.
Pearce continued her strong day with a second place finish in the long jump with a distance of 15-0. Other second place finishers for the Crimson and Gray included Katherine Milligan (Skowhegan, ME) in the hammer throw (125-11), Jen Cicchetti (Mahopac, NY) in the triple jump (28-8.50), Rauen in the 1500 meters (5:18.68), Allen in the 400 (1:03.37), Kyla Wesley (Burlington, MA) in the 100 (13.32) and Hannah McCallum (Lafayette, CO) in the 10,000 meters (44:10.86)
Davis checked in with a third place finish for WPI in the high jump with a high of 4-11 for another Division III New England invitation. Three others registered bronze medal performances for the Engineers including Deanna Flaherty (Milbury, MA) in shot put (32-7.75), Rush in the 800 meters (2:36.65) and Wesley in the 200 (27.87).
WPI returns to action next Saturday, venturing to Cambridge to participate in the Engineers Cup with MIT and Rensselaer.
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As in much of the world, heart disease is a leading cause of death in Cuba, but the country has made remarkable strides in minimizing heart-disease-related deaths.
On Oct. 9, the Cuban newspaper Granma reported, “Cuba has achieved a heart surgery survival rate of over 95%, including coronary and vascular operations and those linked to congenital heart defects, a figure which places the island among the most advanced countries in this field.”
Dr Eduardo Rivas, president of the Cuban Society of Cardiology, stated that the results correspond to the will of the Cuban government to improve the population’s quality of life. He also stated that excellent results with pediatric heart surgery are due to early diagnosis of sick children, with immediate intervention before the disease develops.
How is Cuba able to reach this amazing medical achievement while enduring a 52-year U.S. blockade? An article in InterNations called “Health Care and Education in Cuba” states, “The fall of the socialist bloc and the tightening of the U.S. embargo in the early 1990’s put a strain on the economy. … The budget for medicine and medical equipment shrunk by 70%. However, the health of Cuba’s population remained stable. This is due to the fact that health care remained a top priority for the government. … Today, lack of medical equipment still takes its toll. … Particularly the specialized medical fields were harmed in the 1990’s when specialized equipment and medicine was scarce.”
After the 1959 socialist revolution, a top priority of Fidel Castro and the government was to bring health care to the people, especially to the poorest and most oppressed, most urgently the campesinos in the rural areas. In 1960 the Ministerio de Salud Publica (Ministry of Public Health) was created along with the Rural Health Services, establishing free health care for all. Serving the people became the culture of revolutionary medicine for new young doctors who received free medical school tuition. Upon graduating, many answered the call by Fidel to serve the people and went to the countryside, including to the Sierra Maestra. This was health care for people, not for profit.
Successful health campaigns instituted by the socialist government relied on the participation of the masses, who became active in figuring out solutions to health care problems in their neighborhoods or villages. Two of the largest mass organizations to engage in this grass-roots problem solving were the Committees for Defense of the Revolution and the Cuban Women’s Federation.
Cuban health care puts emphasis on preventative medicine through nutrition and hygiene and using natural and alternative approaches. “A key node in the system [of public health care] has been the network of family doctors who live in the communities they serve,” explains professor Elise Andaya at State University of New York at Albany. “This both allows patients continual access to health care and gives doctors an intimate knowledge of individual, familial and neighborhood risk profiles. While the medical budgets of many developed countries reflect their emphasis on costly curative medicine, Cuba achieves comparable health indices with a fraction of the cost by focusing on community-based preventative care.” (NACLA Report on the Americas, Sept. 1, 2009)


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Aiming for perfect jobs in Isola, MS? The city of Isola, MS, since 2013 BLS research, holds a population of around 700. Also, the city of Isola, MS, at the time of 2013 government data, has a median household gross earning amount of approximately $17,000. Isola's cost of living, as recent as 2013, was in the region of 78 out of 100, and that is lower when it comes to the United States average.
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It’s easier than ever if you are to dispense pointers to strangers—and to see on their own reflected when you look at the letter-writers looking for assistance.
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In a post for its New Yorker, Malcolm Gladwell published, “With Twitter and Youtube and stuff like that, the traditional commitment between constitutional council and well-known might was upended, which makes it easier your helpless to collaborate, correlate, and provide voice to their concerns.” Just as, potential pointers columnists don’t require the assistance of a printed syndication or even the agreement of an editor for perform. Social media optimisation and complimentary or inexpensive publishing programs paired with social networking imply that any line can attain a gathering, with or without institutional support.
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Renowned composer AR Rahman is making headlines once again for his innovative use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revive the voices of late singers Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed for the song ‘Thimiri Yezhuda’ in Rajinikanth’s upcoming movie ‘Lal Salaam.’ Rahman obtained permission from the singers’ families and compensated them for using their voice algorithms, demonstrating a respectful and ethical approach to this creative endeavor.
Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed had a close collaboration with AR Rahman, producing numerous blockbuster songs. Unfortunately, both singers passed away, with Shahul Hameed losing his life in a car accident in 1997 and Bamba Bakya due to a cardiac arrest in 2022.
Reactions to AR Rahman’s Use of AI
The use of AI to recreate the voices of late singers has sparked a mixed reaction on the internet. Some have applauded Rahman for his ethical approach in obtaining consent and compensating the families, while others have criticized the use of AI for this purpose.
Despite the divided opinions, AR Rahman is eagerly anticipating the release of ‘Lal Salaam’, directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, which is scheduled to hit theaters on February 9th.
The movie is a sports drama starring Vikranth and Vishnu Vishal in the lead roles, with Rajinikanth making an extended cameo appearance. ‘Lal Salaam’ aims to promote religious harmony and has generated enthusiasm among Tamil cinema fans and music enthusiasts, as evidenced by the recent audio launch event in Chennai.
AR Rahman’s Artistic Innovation and Dedication to Musical Creativity
AR Rahman, an esteemed Academy Award recipient, is known for pushing the boundaries of musical creativity. In ‘Lal Salaam,’ he once again showcases his dedication to innovation by seamlessly blending the legacy of late singers with the capabilities offered by artificial intelligence.
This artistic decision not only underscores Rahman’s avant-garde approach but also imbues an additional layer of emotion and nostalgia into the musical tapestry of ‘Lal Salaam.’ Rahman’s use of AI to resurrect the voices of Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed is poised to captivate audiences, setting a remarkable precedent for the convergence of technology and artistic expression in the vibrant realm of Tamil cinema.
AR Rahman’s use of AI to recreate the voices of late singers in ‘Lal Salaam’ reflects his commitment to innovation and artistic expression. This endeavor not only pays homage to the legacy of Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed but also demonstrates a thoughtful and respectful approach to utilizing technology in the realm of music and cinema.
‘Lal Salaam’ is poised to offer a unique and compelling auditory experience, seamlessly blending the rich musical heritage of Tamil cinema with the possibilities presented by AI. Regardless of the varied reactions, Rahman’s use of AI sets a precedent for the harmonious integration of technology and art in the entertainment industry.
Is the use of AI to recreate the voices of late singers ethical?
The use of AI to recreate the voices of late singers has sparked debate, with some praising it as a respectful homage and others criticizing it as unethical. AR Rahman’s approach, which involves obtaining consent from the singers’ families and compensating them, demonstrates a thoughtful and ethical use of AI in this context.
When is ‘Lal Salaam’ set to be released?
‘Lal Salaam,’ directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, is scheduled to hit theaters on February 9th, generating anticipation among fans of Tamil cinema and music enthusiasts.
What is the premise of ‘Lal Salaam’?
‘Lal Salaam’ is a sports drama that stars Vikranth and Vishnu Vishal in the lead roles, with Rajinikanth making an extended cameo appearance. The movie aims to promote religious harmony and has garnered enthusiasm among audiences.


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VPX standards retain VME’s compact 3U & 6U formats but establish a new direction for ruggedized embedded computing solutions by expanding the possible bandwidth of traditional VMEbus solutions. It expands the possible bandwidth, compared to the traditional VME system, by replacing the parallel bus with high speed, highly reliable serial buses and merging the latest in connector and packaging technology with the latest in bus and serial switch fabric technology.
Designed to work with any high-speed serial bus including, PCIe, Gigabit Ethernet and others, these serial buses offer higher data rates while using a fraction of the routing resources.
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The following NAI products are designed to comply with VITA 47. View NAI's Ruggedization Capabilities and Environmental Specifications design guidelines.
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Russia’s Ambassador has warned Donald Trump that there will be consequences for the US-led military Russian Ambassador Anatoly Antonov said on Twitter: “A pre-designed scenario is being implemented. “Again, we are being threatened. We […]
For the longest time I had noticed the face of the moon rotate at least 90 degrees and even posted articles claiming that this was odd. Well, I have to apologize for my ignorance as I was wrong. This video below explains why the moon seems to rotate. However, he claims that the theory of Planet X is rubbish. I … Continue reading
Antarctica has it all. The most amazing landscape, sub-zero temperatures, unforgiving terrain, mystery structures buried under the ice, and evil mastermind penguins. However, as you’ve probably heard by now, Antarctica is the one place on Earth that is OFF limits to civilians…….Read More
With the volcanic peak ranging from 100m to 3,850m in height, this is the largest volcanic region on Earth. With its 91 volcanoes under Antarctica ice, geologists say the newly discovered volcanic range has similarities to east Africa’s volcanic ridge, currently acknowledged to be the densest concentration of volcanoes in the world. The 91 volcanic peaks …
Russia has unveiled a new military base as part of its buildup in the Arctic region, and has provided a tour — albeit a virtual one on your computer. According to a report from FoxNews.com, the base is located on Franz Josef Land — an archipelago north of Novaya Zemlya that the Soviet Union seized from […]
There are those people who say that if Planet X or one of its moons was in the sky, then millions of people would have seen it. Well, all I ask you to do is go into your city and town and observe what people are doing and you will see the reason why many people do not see what we … Continue reading
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Published on Apr 19, 2017 Steve Quayle April 18,2017 – Giants 2017 – The Nephilim of Genesis are Coming….This is a must listen to program for your life and your families lives.. Category:People & Blogs License: Standard YouTube License
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This article reports that John Kerry visited that Antarctica base. I wonder what was so important for him to go in person. If I was in his position and a report hit my desk that they discovered a UFO craft or aliens, then I to would want to see it with my own eyes. As much as people scoff to what … Continue reading
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All civilians have been evacuated from the Antarctic and elite military are being flown in. I wonder what the hell is going on. The Russian navy is also on the way there; check out this page for further details. This article has determined that our second sun will be visible in July of this year. They also state that Earth at … Continue reading
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Scientists Baffled As Giant Staircase Found In Antarctica A mysterious “giant staircase” structure in Antarctica, reportedly discovered on Google Earth, could be proof that aliens visited Earth in ancient times, conspiracy theorists have claimed. The giant staircase leading up on the side of a massive Antarctica mountain might have been used by ancient alien visitors […]
From video description: Almost three miles of ice buries most of Antarctica, cloaking a continent half again as large as the United States. But when an Antarctic ice shelf the size of Manhattan collapsed in less than a month in 2002, it shocked scientists and raised the alarming possibility that Antarctica may be headed for a meltdown. Even a 10% … Continue reading
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From video description: We now have overwhelming evidence that the whole Planet X / Nibiru / Nemesis system has moved over a period of six months from the Southern Hemisphere to the Northern Hemisphere. It’s now smack-bang on top of us, which alludes to the fact that we do not have much time before the fun and games begin!
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Scientists have hoped that ultra-high-energy neutrinos could point to sources of ultra-high-energy cosmic rays—supermassive black holes at the centers of galaxies or hypernova star explosions, for instance. Now, evidence of a fourth ultra-high energy neutrino—the highest-energy neutrino yet—has been detected by the South Pole-based IceCube experiment, a project that Berkeley Lab researchers helped build and to which they currently contribute … Continue reading
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All-round legends Heaps Decent are running an art auction for charity this month
I HE(ART) HEAPS DECENT will run at Sydney's Special Group Studios on September 27, with all proceeds going to the Australian charity.
Header Photo: Flume's Skin cover art, designed by one of the auction's artists - Jonathan Zawada.
If you're in any way involved with music, whether you're in the industry or just as a general punter, chances are you've come across Heaps Decent. Launched by Diplo, Nina Las Vegas and DJ Levins back in 2007, Heaps Decent is a charitable organisation which provides music and arts workshops for kids - often disadvantaged - in metropolitan, regional or remote areas, particularly focusing on juvenile centres and behavioural schools, regional and remote communities and refugees and new migrant communities. In a bid to raise a bit of money, the Heaps Decent team are throwing what they're calling I HE(ART) HEAPS DECENT, a charitable arts auction to be held at Sydney's Special Group Studios this September 27. The auction will feature art by some of the most exciting names in art from here and abroad, including Amsterdam-born Amok Island, Daniel Boyd and Jonathan Zawada, who designed all the art for Flume in his Skin era (including the ARIA Award-winning cover art) and Baauer's debut Aa. Check out the full list of artists and more details below, and RSVP to the auction by emailing firstname.lastname@example.org ASAP.
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The long wait is over, and a new era has begun for the Eagles at the quarterback position.
On Thursday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Philadelphia agreed to send Carson Wentz to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick, and a conditional 2022 second-round pick.
That second-round pick has the ability to become a first-round pick if Wentz plays at least 75% of snaps, or 70% if the Colts make the playoffs, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.
Trading Wentz will result in a $33.8 million cap hit for the Eagles, a difficult but necessary pill to swallow in order to offload the quarterback’s massive contract. It will be the largest dead cap charge in NFL history.
The move can’t be officially made until the new league year, which starts on March 17th.
The Trade Caps Off A Tumultuous Wentz Tenure In Philly
It’s unfortunate that Wentz’s time in Philadelphia had to end this way. Expectations were high for the QB out of NDSU in 2016, and he didn’t disappoint. His MVP-caliber season in 2017 has been the highlight of his career.
Although Nick Foles was the one who would eventually lead the Eagles to their first Super Bowl victory after Wentz tore his ACL, Wentz’s contributions helped the team reach the playoffs as the number 1 seed.
Ever since Wentz’s injury, he’s shown flashes of his prior self, but he never was able to return to the dynamic abilities he showed on a weekly basis.
After two better-than-average seasons in 2018 and 2019, Wentz hit a wall in 2020. While it’s true that the lack of weapons and injuries didn’t help put Wentz in the best position to succeed, the quarterback’s many, rookie-like mistakes eventually led to his benching.
A once-solid relationship between Howie Roseman, Doug Pederson, and Wentz now ends with Roseman as the last man standing, for better or worse. It also leaves Jalen Hurts as the new starting QB, at least for the time being.
The Big Question: Is This A Good Return?
So, was this the haul that the Eagles were expecting? Far, far from it if the reports that the Eagles wanted two second-round picks were true.
There were a number of factors that led to this less-than-expected package. First, Wentz’s putrid season didn’t help one bit. What a shocker!
Secondly, the lack of a QB market had a large impact on trade talks. Unfortunately, Indianapolis and Chicago had seemed to be the only two real options for a Wentz trade.
What’s more, the Bears apparently stopped discussions a few days ago, giving the Colts all the leverage over the Eagles in trade talks.
The Colts’ third-round pick this year will be in late in the third round, thanks to their 11-5 record. The key to the trade, however, is the conditional 2022 second. The conditions aren’t difficult to reach if Carson is able to stay healthy:
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2020: 72% (benched)
That 2nd is probably going to be a 1st https://t.co/sHZqxQKuKx
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As much as some fans would want to see Wentz succeed in Indy with Frank Reich, it would be better for the Eagles if the Colts lose as much as possible in order to secure a much better draft pick.
It will certainly be interesting to see how Wentz does in a new organization and if he’ll ever be able to return to his prior level of performance. One can only imagine having Reich will help him, but you never know.
As for Philadelphia, their next move lies in figuring out who will be the new face of the franchise at quarterback. Whether it’s Hurts or someone else, it’s a crucial decision that will decide the fate of the team for the foreseeable future.


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What would you call a restaurant where good friends, good food and good wine come together? Goodlife naturally.
And in fact it’s better than natural - it’s organic. Goodlife, Australia's first NASAA (National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia) certified organic pizza bar serves local and/or organic pizza, wines and coffee - bringing together all the elements of a memorable meal - friends, food and wine. Furthermore in 2008 Goodlife became certified 'Carbon Neutral' and has its Carbon footprint offset through the New South Wales Carbon Abatement Scheme.
Goodlife has three popular dining locations - cosmopolitan North Adelaide, seaside Glenelg and central Adelaide.
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Toxic waste turns a stagnant pool of water inot a breeding ground of terror - and the result is a new species of mosquito in this unforgettable, spine-tingling, stinging experience. In the small desert town of Mesquite, Sarah Crosby and her boyfriend are the first to discover the horrifying truth - that nature’s final evolution may be designed to consume all of mankind. - Starring Tracy Griffith, Charles Napier (The Silence of the Lambs), Michael J. Pollard (Bonnie and Clyde), Jim Youngs (Youngblood).
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The UAE is a dry country which means you can drink wine but without the alcohol.
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Pork has it's own section and staff to serve you but it's kept separate to the rest of the store. They really do make the most of the pigs they kill here: ears, and hearts? I like how the blood is also in here, I thought the rules only applied to the meat. I'm clearly wrong.
All of these products contain pork or pork derivatives. Even the Heinz ketchup!


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Supporting the safety of life and property at sea, integrated coastal management and the minimization of societal impacts from natural hazards through the provision of meteorological-ocean services.
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Theme: Environmental challenges
Publish Date: 2 March 2015
The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, signed in 1987, has been successful in that the amount of chlorofluorocarbons is now slowly diminishing. A common misunderstanding, however, is the belief that the ozone problem has been solved and the ozone layer is back to its original state.
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Weather prediction has achieved immense progress, driven by research and increasingly sophisticated telecommunication, information technology and observational infrastructure. Predictive skill now extends in some cases beyond 10 days, with an increasing capability to give early warning of severe weather events many days ahead.
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The science community is concerned: many established researchers plan to retire in the coming decade and there is a dearth of early and mid-career researchers ready to take their place and contribute in a meaningful way. Unless young scientists are encouraged, trained and mentored in various scientific fields knowledge gaps will occur.
Publish Date: 20 November 2017
The United States has launched the first of its new generation of highly advanced polar-orbiting meteorological satellites. Known as JPSS-1 (for Joint Polar Satellite System), the new satellite is the first in a series of missions that the US is contributing to the space-based component of the WMO Integrated Global Observing System (WIGOS) through to 2038.


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João Pedro Stedile of the national leadership of the Landless Workers Movement (MST) talks about the current crisis in the agrarian sector and the way forward. He explains how the presidency of Jair Bolsonaro has wrecked agriculture, leading to a rise in hunger. He also talks about the MST’s proposals for reviving the sector which include both immediate steps to alleviate hunger and structural solutions to long-term problems. These include the key role cooperatives must play in the country.
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Queens Night in Club Up/ De Kring this year will be provided by Night Flight & Boston Strip. With two special guests to make it an awesome night.
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Mount Koya is the center place of Shingon Buddhism and is one of Japan’s most spiritual and religious sites. For Buddhists, Mount Koya is a sacred mountain and a popular spot for pilgrimages. Koyason is the temple settlement surrounding the headquarters of this sect and has many cultural and spiritual attractions for travelers.
This article explores eight of the best surrounding attractions to explore during a trip to Mount Koya (south of Osaka), from traditional pilgrimage routes to temple lodgings and grand mausoleums.
Whether you’re looking for a cultural, spiritual, or historical experience, Koyasan offers them all in abundance.
Koyasan has been the destination of Buddhist pilgrims for multiple centuries. Though the mountain is now accessible by cable car, which many visitors opt to use, the pilgrimage trails remain a more traditional path to access Mount Koya.
The Koyasan Choishi Michi trail is the original primary approach to the mountain. Beginning at the Kudoyama Station, choishi, or stone signposts, mark out the trail every few hundred feet to guide pilgrims.
In total, the Choishi Michi trail is about 15 miles long, taking around six to seven hours to hike, and the trail ends at Daimon Gate, a two-story, crimson gate marking Koyasan’s traditional entrance.
One alternative route is the Fudozaka Trail. The path contains less cultural history than its counterparts, but at 1.5 miles long, the track only requires about two to two and a half hours to ascend.
The trail is steep, beginning at Gokurakubashi Station and ending at the temple hall of Fudozakaguchi Nyonindo.
The Women Pilgrims Course leads from the Fudozaka-guchi Nyonindo to the entrance of Okunoin. The Fudozaka-guchi is the only surviving Nyonindo, used to cater specifically to women who couldn’t enter the temple town before 1872.
The Women Pilgrims Course is around 4.3 miles long and takes about two and a half hours to hike.
Another alternative – and the most challenging route – is the Kohechi Trail, a long and remote route through the mountains that can take up to a week to complete.
Pilgrims traveling along the Kohechi trail need to make adequate plans and gather suitable equipment before starting this trail. The path is part of the Kumano Kodo trail network and links the shrines of Kumano to Koyasan.
Many people travel to Koyasan to visit various temples and natural sites while reconnecting with themselves spiritually.
The lodgings typically provide simple rooms with tatami floors, sliding doors, and shared bathroom facilities. Futons are the primary bedding provided to spread across the floor during the evening.
Staying at a shubuko provides a unique opportunity to stay at a temple where you can participate in morning prayer led by the monks and other activities such as sutra copying and meditation.
Sutra copying is a form of calligraphy, known as shakyo, in which you copy a variety of ancient Buddhist sutras.
Temple lodging offers an intimate insight into the life of a Shingon Buddhist monk; through engaging in various activities, you will gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of monastic life.
Monks teach the art of Ajikan or visualized meditation at many of the temples, and you can try a walking meditation through the temple’s halls and gardens to realign with your sense of inner peace.
Shojin ryori, a form of vegetarian cuisine based on The Five Principles and consisting of five distinct flavors and colors, is the dish provided at most traditional meals. The soy-based dishes avoid the use of meat and fish and change with the seasons to best nourish the body and the soul.
The Okunoin Temple is the site of the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi, the founder of Shingon Buddhism and an integral figure in Japan’s religious history.
The common belief is that Kobo Daishi did not die, instead, he rests in eternal meditation while waiting for the future Buddha. Meanwhile, he provides relief to those who ascend this pilgrimage spot in search of enlightenment.
The Ichinohashi Bridge marks the entrance to Okunoin. Visitors should bow to this bridge to pay their respects to Kobo Daishi before crossing and entering the cemetery.
Over 200,000 tombstones line Okunoin’s cemetery for a 1.25-mile stretch that leads to the mausoleum of Kobo Daishi. The tombstones represent the individuals, including prominent monks and feudal lords, who wished to be close to Kobo Daishi and receive enlightenment upon their death.
There is an alternative path that is half the length – at .62 miles long – and houses the tombs of the more recently deceased individuals.
Both paths merge at the Gokusho Offering Hall, where a row of statues depict the Bodhisattva Jizo, who looks after travelers and children, along with the souls of the deceased. Here many visitors stop to make offerings and pray for their departed family members.
Behind the Mizumuke Jizo, the Gobyobashi Bridge leads to the innermost grounds of the temple, where photography, food, and drink are forbidden.
Beyond the bridge lies the Miroku Stone, challenging visitors to lift it from a lower platform to a higher one. The belief is that the stone will feel lighter to people who are good and can connect to the Miroku Bodhisattva.
Okunoin’s main hall for worship is Torodo Hall or the Hall of Lamps, which contains more than 10,000 lanterns that worshippers have donated. The basement of the hall includes 50,000 tiny statues that were donated to the temple in 1984, marking the 1150th anniversary of Kobo Daishi into eternal meditation.
Located in the center of Koyasan is the Kongobuji Temple, which began its construction in 1953. Built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi to commemorate his mother’s death, the temple later merged with its neighbor to become the head temple of Shingon Buddhism.
Upon entering the building, visitors will approach the Ohiroma Room used for religious ceremonies and important rituals.
Next to the Ohiroma Room are the Plum and Willow Rooms, so-called due to the paintings on their sliding doors. It was in the Willow room that Toyotomi Hidetsugu committed suicide under the instruction of his uncle.
From the Ohiroma room, a long corridor leads to a recently added wing of the temple complex, which invites visitors to enjoy light refreshments in a tatami hall. The sliding doors of the adjacent building feature seasonal flowers along with the story of Kobo Daishi’s founding of Koyasan.
Behind the building lies Japan’s largest rock garden: Banryutei Rock Garden. Large rocks taken from the birthplace of Kobo Daishi represent a pair of dragons emerging from a sea of clouds.
Since Koyasan’s founding in 816, Garan has become one of the most important areas of Mount Koya, where Shingon monks have congregated for millennia to train, study and perform rituals. And Buddhist monks continue to gather at this sacred site to host important events and ceremonies.
According to legend, Kobo Daishi was studying in China and searching for a place to begin his new religion. After praying for guidance, Kobo Daishi decided to throw his Sanko and establish a temple wherever it landed.
As Kobo Daishi threw the Sanko, it traveled across the ocean and landed in a pine tree on top of a mountain. Thus began the construction of Garan, and the pine tree still grows in its grounds today.
Among the most prominent buildings of the Garan is the Kondo, a large wooden temple that hosts significant ceremonies. Having burned down multiple times, its temple’s current iteration dates back to 1932 and holds an image of Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of medicine and healing.
Next to the Kondo hall sits another prominent building, the Konpon Daito Pagoda. The pagoda stands at 147 feet tall and holds a statue of Dainichi Nyorai, the cosmic Buddha. Sculptures and pillar paintings surround the Dainichi Nyorai. This surrounding artwork combines to create a three-dimensional mandala or metaphysical map of the cosmos.
The Reihokan Museum houses and preserves the religious and cultural treasures of Koyasan. Its entrance hall, styled in the fashion of Uji’s Byodoin Temple, houses temporary and permanent exhibitions in three exhibition halls.
The Reihokan collection contains thousands of religious works of art, Buddhist sculptures, mandalas, calligraphies of documents and sutras, and religious tools. The scroll is most notable, which depicts the “Reclining Image of Sakyamuni Buddha on His Last Day.”
In total, the museum stores 78,000 items with some 28,000 designated cultural items. The most valuable objects are designated Important Cultural Property or National Treasures.
Daishi Kyokai is the administrative center of Shingon Buddhism, which spreads the teachings of Kobo Daishi. Within the complex are two buildings: a traditional temple hall, Henjoden, constructed in the dedication of Kobo Daishi in 1915, alongside a more modern facility for lectures and training.
Among the activities that visitors can participate in are Jukai and shakyo.
Jukai is a formal ceremony for Buddhist laypeople. You can participate in the ceremony without becoming a Buddhist; you only become Buddhist if you wish to.
The Jukai ceremony takes place in a dark room where participants sit on a tatami floor and recite following a priest. Within the tradition, the layperson repents their previous misdeeds, takes refuge in the Buddha, and repeats the Ten Wholesome Precepts.
Shakyo, also referred to as a sutra copying, is a historical form of meditation and devotion. Sheets of paper are available for individuals to use. They have the Heart Sutra lightly printed on them. The participants may then trace this kanji script with a brush pen.
The Tokugawa Mausoleum was built in 1643 by Tokugawa Iemitsu, the third shogun in his dynasty, to honor his grandfather Tokugawa Ieyasu and his father Tokugawa Hidetada, the two most prominent members of the family that ruled during the Edo era.
Tokugawa Mausoleum houses two identical buildings with intricate carvings and ornamentation, gracefully sloped roofs, and gold leaf. The right one enshrines Ieyasu; the left Hidetada and the pair took 20 years to complete.
The site is designated national cultural property due to its cultural representation of architecture in the early Edo period.
Final Thoughts On Exploring Mount Koya
From the original monastery created by Kobo Daishi to the spiritual settlement around Mount Koya today, this sacred mountain is now a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site.
Part of the pilgrimage routes and sacred sites within the Kii mountain range, this mountain is home to world-famous sites that can be amazed by people from all walks of life.
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