BIRDSONGS OF THE MESOZOIC: Dancing on A'A (Cuneiform) The Boston-based Birdsongs have revamped their lineup and moved slightly to the right ... left ... somewhere, but they have moved. Whereas their old sound tended toward circular or spiral keyboard patterns, this new material moves along intersecting straight lines, creating angular melodies as well as a good amount of dissonance. The new members being a guitarist, a flute and sax player, the music has sharper edges and ventures much farther into jazz and rock territory but retains its base in the modern classical use of repetition. A few cuts maintain the old song patterns but use the new instrumentation for a fresh sound. This album is easy to listen to because the songs sound composed even when they move in unpredictable directions, whereas improvised music is often a difficult listen. A good reference point might be "Gravity"-era Fred Frith. The traditional silly-cover-song role is filled here by a slightly cheesy rendition of "Peter Gunn". (Gabe)
CRASH WORSHIP: Triple Mania II (Charnel Music) GUITAR WOLF: Kung-Fu Ramone (Bag Of Hammers) These albums comprise a yin and yang of primal rock and roll. Crash Worship's latest CD tones down the drums just a bit from previous efforts (not to worry though - four members are still listed on drums). The odd guitar pattern, early Butthole Surfers-style vocals, and other squeaky and ominous noises make for constant variety within the powerful "several people banging away" context. This album is equally and highly enjoyable both at pounding volumes and at late-night levels, though the experiences are quite different.
Guitar Wolf on the other hand, practically loses the drums and bass under low fidelity production and loud-as-hell guitars. Here we have a couple of Japanese guys making angry surf and psychedelic punk guitar noises and driving them through the most cheap-shit amps that side of the Pacific. As a special bonus, they toss in the occasional blood-curdling but indecipherable scream. Mindbendingly raw sounds.
A rock band with drums galore and hardly a guitar in earshot and another band with their guitars cranked to 13 on the Spinal Tap scale. A match made in hell.
For the aesthetically inclined, the Crash Worship CD comes in a multifold cardboard package with two individually hand-screened copper plates containing the cover art. (Gabe)
FIBULATOR: Unhammerlike (Jim Wilbur Records) Fibulator's fourth full-length is not to be missed! Wonderful caffienated art-damaged sextet from Oakland. Two strong and beautiful female voices sing poetic lyrics in passionate harmony. Intricate and tight guitar, bass, and drums that range from Thinking Fellers Union Local 282 to the Minutemen. Excellent and varied reed work throughout. This album is full of tense rushing climaxes, soft peaceful sways, eerie jagged blasts, rapid percussion, driving fierce instrumentals, dark schizophrenia, and some of the catchiest cacophonies to fall in love by. (Lovechild)
DEMOLITION DOLL RODS: We're The Doll Rods 7" (Womb/Past It) Lo-fi trio featuring two groovy chicks and a guy from the Gories in drag. Three great trashy pop delites! Right up there with the Trashwomen. Complete with cool "ooo-oooo's," hip choral refrains, melodic up-tempo fun, and bonus guitar freakouts. (Lovechild)
PETER BRÖTZMANN/ HAMID DRAKE: The Dried Rat-Dog (Okka-disk) Brötzmann's playing seems to reach new heights with every new release these days. He's as intense as ever with strong improvisations on a variety of reeds, including some nice breathy clarinet work. With Hamid Drake on tablas on this track, I was reminded of the old Perry Robinson/Badal Roy Improvising Artists release. Drake is excellent on frame drum and drum set as well. The two interact very subtly and musically, covering a broad emotional and technical range. This is a candidate for my best of '95. (Eva)
JOHN HINDS: Connections (OmniSonic) This is a guy from Millbrae playing about fifteen different instruments, helped out on a few tracks by his brother on drums and Dan Plonsey of Manufacturing of Humidifiers. Various tracks reminded me of Sun Ra, the Molecules, and Sun City Girls. Some real noisy, skronky guitar pieces, extremely spacious and spacey Sun Ra tributes, nice use of samples and some sheer noise. A very intriguing release from someone who I hope will be playing in the Bay Area or at least releasing more records, soon. (Eva)
PUSAKA SUNDA: Lolongkrang (Sakti Records) This music is lovely, deep, and luminous, with its undulating currents of gongs, chimes, metallophones, and percussion swirling behind the rich, expressive melody of the bamboo flute. Waves of elaborate, interlocking rhythms and melody flow from profound peace to shimmering excitement to dark, brooding tension. This is Lolongkrang, the debut album of Bay Area gamelan degung group, Pusaka Sunda. Along with Undang Sukarma, the ensemble's Sundanese percussionist, and the American-born members of Pusaka Sunda, this ensemble continues to introduce Bay Area audiences to the beauty and vitality of traditional and contemporary gamelan degung music. (Mary)
FIGURE 8 (Rova plus 4): Pipe Dreams (Black Saint) Rova plus Glenn Spearman, Tim Berne, Vinny Golia, and Dave Barrett. This release was recorded right around the time of their second live show last year and manages to capture the atmosphere of adventurousness and excitement that characterized the live performances. Rova continues to stretch musical boundaries, both fusing and exploring the tensions between composition and improvisation. All the compositions are excellent and dedicated to sometimes seemingly unlikely pairs of musicians(Albert Ayler and Pete Townshend, Ray Charles and Steve Lacy) whose spirits do inform the pieces. Excellent solos by Rova and guests weave in and out of fiercely ambitious compositional structures. Sometimes bluesy, sometimes classical sounding, even a transcription of a Croatian folk song! A must if you like saxophones. (Eva)
MILK: Never Dated (American) Forget apologies, Milk doesn't need them. With a brash style that has earned him more than enough money to satisfy his personal calcium requirements, Milk is out to make sure that you get yours...even if he has to force it down your throat. "Never Dated," Milk's first solo project after he parted ways with the pioneering ensemble Audio Two, is brutally rude and outspoken. And once you take a sip of this curdled concoction, its creator will gladly laugh in your face. Underneath Milk's braggadocios and crass rhymes are instrumental tracks that are equally in your face. Each song is powered by a heavy drum beat and matter-of-fact samples, all reinforcing Milk's barbaric musings. For anyone who has problems with Milk's outspoken personality, "Never Dated" may not be at the top of the wish list. But for those who can enjoy a few sour sips, Milk is the cream that rises to the top, no matter how cocky it is. (DJ Mint)
INCANTATION: Mortal Throne of Nazarene (Relapse Records) One of the most intense death metal bands on the planet has dished out a second serving of sheer fuckin' brutality. This goes way beyond the average expectancy of a brutal band. The production is a bit better than their first release and the guitars have an added crispness. The music is fuckin' brutal and very tight. Lots of slow, heavy riffing mixed in with blasts of grinding speed and overpowering rumbling vocals. (Organ Donor)
STRAPPING YOUNG LAD: Heavy As A Really Heavy Thing (Century Media) Musically, this album brings to mind intense bands such as Fear Factory and Sepultura, but conceptually it is clearly meant to be humorous--there's a track titled "Cod Metal King," a goofy picture of the band members trying to be as tough as any death metal band, and even Queen-style harmonies in one of the songs. Extremely heavy guitar that often carries a sequenced industrial sound, is the focus of the music, with a mixture of shouted, distorted, and sung vocals sitting on top. Stylistically, it ranges from frantic fast-paced tracks to slower chunkier tracks with lots of cool rhythms amidst it all. It's amazing that Devin Townsend who wrote all the music could have done this after spending time under Steve Vai's wing. (Chanel)
BRAINIAC: Bonsai Superstar (Grass Records) On their second album, Brainiac take their rightful place in a fine midwestern musical tradition. From Pere Ubu to Devo to Guided By Voices, Ohio has had a strange effect on its creative young. Raised on a diet of arena rock and veterans of both rural isolation and urban decay, many of Ohio's musical youth have expressed themselves in relatively pure, undogmatic, and fairly twisted ways. On this album, Brainiac throw aside much of the heaviness of their debut for a sound that is more subtle, chaotic, and weird. On one level, many of the songs are groovy and explosive indie rock. On this base, however, has been thrust a mad world of beeps and babbling. Plus, the vocals have a desperate aimless intensity, and the sound is huge. There are echoes of all the bands mentioned above, plus the explosiveness of the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion and a touch of the quirkiness of old Ween. Mostly, it rocks in a really weird groovy way. Viva Ohio!(Victor)
SOLIENT GREEN: Pussysoil (Dwell Records) Wow! An amazing combination of sounds ranging from full on grind to deathmetal to hardcore to doom. Brian Patton of Eye Hate God plays guitar on this and it shows with that slow, intense angst filled grind in some places. But overall, this sounds very different from Eye Hate God. There are lots of sound and tempo changes throughout not only the disc, but within each song. Some songs have slow, depressing doomy Grief-like parts while others are fast, ripping grind not unlike Brutal Truth and still others manage an excellent mix of the two styles. Multiple vocalists are found throughout, with one doing the low distorted death metal vocals and another doing high pitched piercing yelps and even one with "power" metal type vocals. The surprising thing about the vocals is that one can actually understand what is being said (I know, hard to believe). If you like angry, loud music which provides an incredible mix of speed, intensity and slow, raw power, this disc is for you. It's awesome! (Agent Dude)
SIELWOLF: Metastasen (Van Richter) This is a kick-ass joint project between Petra Tausendpfund and Peter Prochir who used to be the drummer of the Euro-skronk-rock group Cassiber. It's base is distorted industrial with beats but there's a wide amount of variety ranging from lots of heavy chunky guitar to periods of ambient sounds. Best thing in this vein since White Slug's Alphacoma EP. (Chanel)
FIN: Fin (Cartorce Index) A southern California group that use spoken noise/ computer-generated samples and loops to create a mesmerizing atmospheric sound. Mostly it's quiet, but it has its moments of increased activity. Somewhat along the lines of Foundation for Public Broadcasting and Operation Mind Control. (Chanel)
MESHUGGAH: None (Nuclear Blast/Relapse Records) I'm not a big thrash fan, but this Swedish outfit blew me away. Tight power-thrash with intricate rhythms and lots of stop- and-go's. The timing is very complicated and despite the breaks and pauses, the music flows very well. My only complaint is that the vocals sound a lot like Metallica, but they work well with this style and I find myself coming back for more. (Organ Donor)
GRIEF: Come to Grief (Century Media) If you were going to kill yourself, this would be one of the best bands to put you in the mood. This outfit (featuring some members of Disrupt) manages to express anger, depression, frustration, despair and suicidal tendencies all in one album. Very, very slow, heavy, crunching guitars with pained vocals. Imagine a very slooooooooow and heavy Black Sabbath all about depression and killing yourself. I like this a lot. This is slowcore at its best. The riffs are great and the band is really tight. Though the music is incredibly slow, the band's musical intelligence keeps the listener tuned in. (Organ Donor)
HENRY'S DRESS (Slumberland)
Henry's Dress is the first band to get it right. Unlike the glut of other noise-pop bands that separate melody and feedback, burying and obscuring one with the other, Henry's Dress make feedback and distortion an art of the melody so that neither is obscured. The songs are mod-pop at the core with achingly sweet male and female vocals; pounding, sometimes-frenzied drums; guitars that crackle over with distortion and feedback, and incredibly solid bass that holds everything else together. There are traces of The Who, Unsane, and Boyracer throughout the eight songs on the CD, but Henry's Dress definitely have their own distinctive sound. They're local too, so check out their impressive live shows sometime. (Mac)


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With the release of a movie this summer, the TV animation "NARUTO: Shippuden, or Naruto Hurricane Chronicles" continues to gain popularity, and from the series comes the re-release of Sasuke Uchiha, the other protagonist of the animation.
The prototype model was designed by Kosuke Arai (Arai Kogyo Co.,Ltd.) and three-dimensionally and stylishly recreates the slim yet muscular form of Sasuke. His eyes are interchangeable between the "Sharingan" and the "Mangekyo Sharingan."
His older brother, Itachi Uchiha will be released at the same time, allowing fans to expand the world view by displaying the brothers together.
- 9.45 inches (24cm)
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- Fram the Naruto anime series
- Part of the popular G.E.M. Series
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Jennifer Capriati fixed her ponytail and secured her hat with a look of determination that seemed missing the entire match.
She was in danger of losing to unseeded Anastasia Myskina. With Capriati down a set and trailing 5-4 in the second, the crowd yelled, "Let's go, Jennifer!" But all Myskina had to do was hold serve, and she had the biggest win of her career.
That was part of the problem. Neither player had much success serving Sunday. In the end, it cost Myskina.
Capriati, seeded No. 1, went on to win the next three games and closed out the third set for a 3-6, 7-5, 6-2 win at the Nasdaq-100 Open. Capriati advances to the round of 16, where she will meet Iroda Tulyaganova tonight.
"If you serve good, you win matches," Myskina said. "And if you don't have a serve, you start to lose. I played really good except serve."
While Capriati survived a close game, several other seeded players did not on a day in which all women's singles players were in action.
Anne Kremer defeated No. 7 seed Jelena Dokic 6-3, 6-1, while Marissa Irvin beat No. 10 seed Meghann Shaughnessy 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Alexandra Stevenson also claimed victory against No. 16 seed Magdalena Maleeva 6-3, 7-5.
As for Capriati, she also struggled with her serve with her family and close friend Matthew Perry watching from the stands. She had 10 double faults. At one point it didn't look like either player would hold her serve. They combined for 15 breaks in the final two sets.
"She was returning well and that was putting a little pressure," Capriati said. "I wasn't missing by much. It was just probably on the second serve I didn't have a good rhythm on it.
"Overall, that shouldn't stand out."
After Capriati lost the first set, she took a 3-1 lead in the second. But Myskina came back, taking a 5-4 lead. That's when Capriati began her comeback.
"I never give up until the last point," Capriati said. "I felt pretty confident that I would be able to break and just apply the pressure, and I had been playing well. I thought I'd just go for it. And if she's going to beat me, she has to keep playing like she had been playing."
Myskina just could not keep up. She said she never thought about having a chance to win the match on her serve.
"If you were thinking, you would lose for sure," Myskina said. "But she start to play very well last two games in the second set. So I miss a little bit and she start to play really good."
In the third set, Myskina jumped out to a 2-1 lead. But Capriati captured the next five games to win.
"I wasn't missing very much," Capriati said. "Maybe I could sense that she was getting a little bit tired. Also she started missing a little bit more. And I was maybe a little more aggressive at that point."
In other matches, Kremer and Irvin, who played tennis at Stanford, temporarily painted the women's side Cardinal red.
Kremer defeated Dokic for the third time this year. Dokic has been bothered by a thigh injury, but Kremer was able to take advantage because of her familiarity with Dokic's play.
"I had a lot of confidence from the two previous matches," Kremer said.
Irvin had a more difficult time in her victory. After losing the first set, Irvin stormed back to win the second set and jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the third. But Shaughnessy made a comeback, winning the next four games and taking a 4-3 lead.
Again, Irvin remained focused. She remembered back to the last time she played Shaughnessy, in Shanghai in 2000. Irvin had a 4-2 lead in the third set of that match before losing 4-6, 6-1, 5-7.
"I said, 'I'm not going to let that happen again,'" Irvin said.
She won the next three games to claim victory, the first time she has defeated someone ranked so high.
"I lost four straight games and I never thought I was playing that poorly," Irvin said. "I cut down the errors, she missed a few and it went my way."
She advances to play Serena Williams, with whom she played junior tennis in California, today. The two have never played before, even on the junior circuit.
Williams advanced to the quarterfinals with a quick 6-1, 6-0 win against Katarina Srebotnik.
"It will be fun. Just old memories and everything," Williams said.
Andrea Szulszteyn can be reached at email@example.com.


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Just wrapped a fun trip to CA and exploring San Francisco. We stayed at Le Meridien which had a great view and was just a few blocks from the Ferry Building. The kids liked hanging out at the playground there.
We took a trip to visit Muir Woods which was really impressive. The park ranger said that the redwoods are able to extract water from the fog and dew that lands at the bottom.
We got tacos at La Taqueria in the Mission and dim sum in Chinatown. We even drove to Ocean Beach. The kids loved it, even though Uncle Mark warned us later about the sharks.
We also visited with family in Palo Alto and enjoyed homemade dumplings and ice cream. I got to meet up with a college pal and Phil saw his high school buddy Ben with his daughter.
The highlight of the trip was meeting Baby Andrew and the kids loved getting to see him and rub his head. It was a perfect day for an anniversary reception and the kids did a zillion poses in the photo booth. We think Andrew looks a lot like Owen when he was a similar age. (See any resemblance, here, Erin?)
The kids were real troopers traveling, with Owen often lugging around the car seat bag or booster seat on his head. Zoe is still adjusting to the time change -- we think she has always wanted an excuse to stay up till midnight.

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On a sunny, dry, blue-sky day, people from the area gathered at Walnut Creek’s Equestrian Center at Heather Farms to celebrate
This playful, informative event, sponsored by the Walnut Creek Equestrian Center, introduced about 3,000 people to the wonderful world of horses — both full sized and minis.
Booths and vendors were abundant. You could buy anything from cowboy hats and pony blankets to horse hair jewelry and riding attire for both English and western riding. There was also plenty of food and live music throughout the day.
Children enjoyed the petting zoo, where they could pet everything from miniature goats, rabbits and even chickens. There was an obstacle course set up where little ones could lead adorable miniature ponies decked out with colorful western bandanas through a variety of obstacles.
Other activities included face painting, horse painting, and ample opportunity to groom and pet full-sized Arabian horses and mustangs. There was also a booth to disseminate information about the world of horse rescue (Horses’ Honor Rescue & Sanctuary).
In the large center ring, audiences were entertained throughout the day with an eclectic group of horses and riders. The diverse equine entertainment included the speed and excitement of drill teams and vaulting on horseback. There were demonstrations of therapeutic riding and the presentation of Princess Noe, this year's Princess of the Horse Faire, who is also a long-time rider in various therapeutic riding programs.
Castro Valley’s Charles Wilhelm demonstrated riding a horse bridleless and Justin Mott, who is competing in the Mustang Challenge, impressed the crowd with his skill at riding a wild mustang whom he had “gentled” instead of broken.
There was even a wild-west gunfight, which included watching Walnut Creek’s mayor, Bob Simmons, get caught and hanged for various misdeeds by old-west costumed entertainers.
It was an engaging, entertaining and unique way to spend the day—family fun for everyone, and it was free! Even the weather cooperated with sunny skies and not a hint of mud!
Scroll through the photos above to catch all the action from the event!

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70 Federal Agencies Owe $14 Million in Unpaid Taxes, but Names of Agencies Censored
Individual Americans and businesses aren’t the only ones who owe the government back taxes. So do 70 federal agencies. But don’t ask which ones because the Internal Revenue Service’s watchdog won’t say.
A new report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration said that 70 U.S. government offices collectively owe $13,867,144 in taxes. The taxes are not for income, because federal agencies are exempt from paying such taxes. According to the report, “More than 90 percent of the delinquent taxes owed are employment taxes, which include monies withheld from employees’ wages that are required to be remitted to the IRS on the employees’ behalf. These taxes are necessary to support Federal programs like Social Security and Medicare.”
The report does not disclose the identity of the 70 agencies. The document devotes four pages (24-27) with the heading “Federal Agencies with Delinquent Tax Accounts” that has censored all names and amounts owed.
Another 18 federal agencies were delinquent in filing employment tax returns.
-Noel Brinkerhoff, David Wallechinsky
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Hana 菊梓乔 ! The latest TVB theme songs queen, replacing those in front of her.. She been singing quite a few of TVB songs and this album contains quite a few of them !
Li Rong Hao’s latest album, En. You probably heard a lot of the songs in this album as each song has been released one by one. You like his songs ? [2017-11-17] 李荣浩 嗯
Michael Wong’s latest album. 光良 九种使用孤独的正确方式. Never heard from him for a while !! But quite weird title : Nine Ways to Enjoy Loneliness….. 9 ways !!??!! Really !! [2017-11-11] 光良 九种使用孤独的正确方式 Track Listing
Hebe 田馥甄 live concert album 演唱会的日常.. I love her voice !! Her album art covers and do visit Apple Store for the album !! [2017-11-03] 田馥甄 演唱会的日常 And because I super love her, here’s
Janice Vidal 卫兰 ! With her Mandarin album 首张同名专辑 ! Is this her first FULL Mandarin album ?! [2017-10-27] 卫兰 首张同名专辑 Big Big Album Art Cover for you: Track Listing 1.不欠我什么 2.想像空间 3.蓝色Monday 4.Lonely
Stefanie Sun Yan Zi 孙燕姿 latest album. Been a while. 2017-11-09 : 孙燕姿 No.13 作品 : 跳舞的梵谷 Track Listing 1.风衣 2.我很愉快 3.跳舞的凡高 4.天越亮，夜越黑 5.天天年年 6.漂浮群岛 7.超人类 8.充氧期 9.平日快乐 10.极美
Justin Lo latest album “the drug called music”. Yes music is a drug. You simply cannot live without it. Must have it every day. As the sub-title of this album wrote, “Take 1 Tablet
Wilber Pan 潘玮柏 latest album that I have not uploaded the album art covers yet. Hope you like them. I love the super cool colours. Many beautiful colours and so vibrant ! NICE ALBUM
Years years after she came to fame with her singing, she finally has her first album. Poor thing. Hope she can do very well in this debut album !! On a separate note, I
Tai Ailing Princess Ai 戴爱玲 latest album 戴爱玲 了不起寂寞 in 2017 ! 10 great songs from one of the best female singers around…. her voice is really nice !! [2017-10-16] 戴爱玲 了不起寂寞 Listen to
The HK heavenly king ! Eason Chan 陈奕迅 ! With his latest album, 陈奕迅 C’mon In… COME ON ! COME ON !! 谁来剪月光 is very nice !! [2017-10-09] 陈奕迅 C’mon in~ Large large album
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Quantifying radiation from thermal imaging of residential landscape elements
|Loveday, J. and Loveday, G. and Byrne, J. and Ong, B. and Newman, P. 2017. Quantifying radiation from thermal imaging of residential landscape elements. Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability. 2 (17).
The microclimate of a residential landscape can affect both the energy use in your home and the human thermal comfort in your garden, ultimately affecting the heat in the neighbourhood or precinct. A thermal imaging camera provides information about the temperature of surfaces. By using Stefan–Boltzmann’s law and the surface properties, these temperatures can be used to calculate the emission of longwave radiation (radiant exitance) in W m-2. A thermal camera was used to determine the amount of radiant exitance from a range of residential landscape elements. A standard procedure for capturing these images was developed, taking into account factors which affect the quality of the radiometric data. A quantitative database comparing this radiation has been compiled for different times of day and different seasons. The sky view factor of these elements was chosen such that it was as close to 1 as possible. For a particular landscape design, areas of each landscape element can be measured and the amount of radiation reduced or emitted at different times can be calculated. This data can be used to improve landscape designs to reduce home energy use and human thermal comfort through shading and reduction of surfaces which emit longwave radiation close to the house.
|Quantifying radiation from thermal imaging of residential landscape elements
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HARRISBURG – State Senator Dale Fowler will hold development announcements for two-highly anticipated projects in the 59th District Monday.
At 10 a.m., Senator Fowler will join with the Friends of Fort Massac for the official announcement of the start of demolition to the old Laidlaw building within Fort Massac State Park in Metropolis. The demolition will allow construction plans for a new historic village within the Fort Massac State Park to move forward.
Then at 3 p.m., Senator Fowler with join with representatives from the Egyptian Health Department and other local officials for the official ribbon cutting of their new office facility located at 1412 US 45 North in Eldorado. The new construction is needed as the department is growing and expanding to increase services to the surrounding communities.

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Closing the Service Gap: Using AI and Automation to Improve Constituent Experience
June 28, 2021 | 10:00 AM—10:30 AM
Today’s agency leaders are expected to provide a modern, streamlined and responsive constituent experience across government -- comparable to leading private-sector organizations. But antiquated processes and systems cause customer friction and inconvenience, creating major service delivery challenges for state and local government organizations.
On June 28, Government Technology will host experts from Pegasystems and TTEC for an interactive conversation on how the combination of real-time, omni-channel artificial intelligence and end-to-end automation can help agencies streamline and strengthen constituent engagement at scale.
In this 30-minute webcast, you’ll learn:
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Ramallah : Palestinian security forces loyal to President Mahmoud Abbas have detained 18 Hamas members in the West Bank in one of the largest crackdown against the Islamic movement, Hamas said Wednesday.
In a press release, Hamas accused the Palestinian intelligence service, which is loyal to Abbas’ Fatah movement, of carrying out most of the detentions in the West Bank city Ramallah.
Other arrests were reported in Tulkarem Nablus and Hebron cities.
The campaign against Hamas supporters in the West Bank was launched in response to the deadly infighting in June between pro-Abbas security forces and Hamas militias in Gaza Strip.
The fighting ended with Hamas routing Fatah and taking over the Gaza Strip.
Since mid-June when Hamas men overran Abbas’ Fatah militants and seized control of the Gaza Strip, Fatah’s security forces havebeen constantly accused by Hamas of intensifying efforts to crack down on Hamas members and prevent a possible repeated scenario in the West Bank.
Meanwhile, Hamas had detained Palestinians loyal to Abbas’ Fatah movement in the Gaza Strip, saying, “they want to bring back the status of lawlessness to the Gaza Strip.”

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Rally Cat won't become Cardinals mascot
ST. LOUIS -- Rally Cat will spend its nine lives somewhere other than in the St. Louis Cardinals Clubhouse.
The Cardinals wanted to adopt the cat, which ran onto the field during a game with the Kansas City Royals earlier this month right before Yadier Molina hit a grand slam. A nonprofit, St. Louis Feral Cat Outreach, captured it the next day.
The Cardinals announced plans to adopt the cat and let it live in the clubhouse. But the nonprofit balked, saying the team wanted to exploit the cat rather than take care of it.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports the Cardinals dispute that but didn't want to get into a cat fight with the nonprofit.
The group is now looking for someone to adopt the animal, after it gains some more weight.


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Building Resilient Soil Systems using Residue, No-till, and Cover Crops
This is part of a series of articles on developing drought-ready and weather-ready farms. See more at cropwatch.unl.edu/tags/drought.
Crop residue management, no-till crop production, and cover crops are important methods to reduce wind and water erosion, decrease runoff and evaporation, and improve soil health for a more resilient soil.
Residue protects the soil surface from water erosion and crusting by absorbing the energy of raindrop impact, which reduces soil particle detachment, surface sealing, and runoff. Crop residue also protects the soil surface from the sun and wind, reducing wind erosion and soil moisture losses through evaporation. In addition, residue and growing plants keep the sunlight energy off the soil surface, which reduces the soil temperature in the heat of the growing season, further reducing evaporation.
The living roots of cash crops and cover crops feed the soil biology by transferring sunlight energy and carbon (sugars in the root exudates) into the soil, improving soil health. Cover crops sequester carbon and provide protection from water erosion and wind erosion during both the growing and non-growing seasons.
Unfortunately, a number of acres still do not have adequate residue cover or growing vegetation to protect the soil during average weather events, let alone extreme events. Excessive tillage compounds the problem by destroying residue, which has an adverse impact on the soil’s physical, chemical, and biological properties, and destroying soil structure, which makes the soil denser and more susceptible to compaction. This reduces soil porosity and air/water exchange in the root zone. A well-structured, healthy soil has better infiltration and enhanced moisture storage capacity, making it more resilient to weather variability.
Residue Reduces Water Loss
While residue absorbs the energy of raindrop impact, it also creates small dams and obstructions along the runoff flow path, which
- slow the velocity of the runoff,
- reduce the amount of soil transported, and
- reduce the amount of additional soil particles detached by the flowing water.
When flow velocity is reduced, there is more time for infiltration and runoff is reduced. Some particles already in the runoff water are deposited, reducing soil and nutrient losses. While flattened residue reduces evaporation by protecting the soil from the sun and wind, standing residue traps snowfall, increasing soil moisture. The trapped snow layer acts as insulation, keeping the soil warmer during winter. In the heat of the growing season, flattened crop residue keeps the soil surface cooler by reflecting some sunlight energy back to the air and acting as insulation to keep the soil cooler. This cooler, moist soil allows for better root development, improving the standability and resilience of the crop.
Using no-till can save far more than fuel, labor, and equipment costs. The savings in soil moisture can be just as important, especially in a year when soil moisture and precipitation are short or when irrigation is costly or water supplies are limited. Too often soils dry to the depth of tillage. An average silt loam soil holds about 2 inches of plant-available soil moisture per foot of soil. Tilling the soil can result in a loss of 1/2 to 3/4 inch of soil moisture with each trip. With multiple tillage trips, there may not be adequate soil moisture in the seed zone for uniform germination and emergence. Greater yet are the soil moisture losses from evaporation once tillage destroys the residue cover.
Research in irrigated conditions at North Platte showed that no-till corn yields in residue-covered plots were 17-25 bushels higher and no-till soybean yields were 8-10 bushels higher than in plots where the residue had been removed. For the four years of the study, the estimated water savings was 2.5 to 5.0 inches per year for the residue-covered plots compared to bare-soil plots.
In southwest Kansas, research at Garden City had similar results with the soil water evaporation being as much as 30% of the total evapotranspiration (ET) during the irrigation season without residue. Evaporation from a corn residue-covered or wheat straw-covered no-till soil surface amounted to 15% of the total ET, translating to a water savings of 2.5 to 4.0 inches. Both of these studies indicate that crop residue should be left in the field to save water and reduce irrigation costs.
No-till Reduces Runoff and Improves Infiltration
Tillage also breaks up soil structure and pulverizes the soil surface, creating a condition that seals the soil, resulting in more runoff and less effective rainfall or irrigation. UNL research with a rainfall simulator at Sidney demonstrated that effect in a wheat-fallow rotation. More than 3.75 inches of water was applied in 90 minutes on continuous no-till before runoff started, compared to only 1.0 inch of water applied in 20 minutes on plowed ground.
With the improved soil structure of continuous no-till, infiltration also improves, reducing runoff even more. Research at the UNL Rogers Memorial Farm near Lincoln showed a much greater infiltration rate for no-till, over 4 inches per hour, than for tilled conditions, only 0.4 inches per hour, after 25 years of continuous tillage system evaluation. Similar results were measured at the UNL South Central Ag Lab near Clay Center after 30 years of continuous tillage system evaluation (Table 1). With better infiltration, storms of greater intensity will have less runoff and can provide more water in the soil profile for use later in the season.
Residue reduces but does not eliminate evaporation. Moisture evaporates from the soil, the residue itself, and from the crop canopy every time they get wet. This loss has been estimated at 0.08 to 0.1 inch each time. This is why light, frequent rains or irrigations are less effective than longer, soaking ones. Many center pivot irrigators have problems with runoff on sloping, tilled soils so they apply small amounts frequently, typically only 1/2 inch at a time. One tenth of an inch evaporation from a 1/2 inch applied is a 20% loss, even more if runoff occurs. When adopting continuous no-till under center pivot irrigation, the pivot can apply more water before runoff occurs (Table 1). With more water applied less often, the evaporation and runoff losses are reduced and irrigations can be scheduled to make better use of naturally occurring rainfall.
|Soil permeability (in/hr)
|Rainfall rate to create runoff (in/hr)
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Weather Ready Farms
Nebraska Extension is committed to helping agricultural producers increase their resiliency to climate variation and extreme weather events through programs and resources that focus on identifying vulnerabilities and prioritizing actions.
Weather Ready Farms is an initiative built on preparedness, resiliency, and recovery from extreme weather events in order to strengthen Nebraska farms.
By adopting continuous no-till and using residue management, more water is available for crop production and the soil system becomes more resilient to extreme events, including drought.
Cover crops will “grow” any water and nutrients that would otherwise be lost into a biological form while feeding the soil system. And with continuous no-till, the improved soil structure and healthier soil will enhance productivity and profitability.


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Pasta with Fennel and Fresh Garlic Makes a Quick Yummy Meal
Is Fennel an Acquired Taste?
Not everyone enjoys the strong-licorice flavor of fresh fennel. It can be a bit overwhelming if you eat a lot of it in one sitting.
However, when it’s cooked, fennel’s pronounced taste becomes more subdued and quite yummy. Cooked fennel is a good substitute for celery in many recipes. In Belgium, some people replace fennel for Belgian endives (chicons / witloof) in the traditional dish of Chicons au gratin.
Recipes with Fennel
Full of good intentions, I often buy fennel at the grocery store and farmers’ market, hoping to find a way during the coming days to use it. Therefore, I’m always on the lookout for simple ways to use fennel in dishes, either mixed with other vegetables or on its own.
Here are a few quick and delicious ways to eat fennel:
- Roasted or braised fennel as a side dish for meat is absolutely delicious!
- An easy salad made with chopped fennel and some slices of orange, topped with a vinaigrette dressing.
- A new favorite recipe: Roasted Beets and Fennel on Pasta. It’s a modified version of this recipe. The roasted beets give the dish an earthy hint and add another level of flavor.
Discover your own ways to eat fennel. Come back to share your experiences in the comments below.
Seasonal Fresh Garlic
In March each year fresh garlic begins to hit the markets in Belgium. I look forward to the arrival of fresh garlic each spring, as its flavor is more subtle than its dried counterpart, making it ideal for sauces, soups and other dishes requiring a bit of discretion.
Mixing Braised Fennel and Fresh Garlic
Today I was looking for a quick yummy meal for lunch. I settled on braising some fresh fennel and fresh garlic as a topping for a bowl of cooked pasta. While the pasta cooks, you can braise the fennel and garlic. So from 15 to 20 minutes from start to finish, you have a tasty healthy lunch!
Health Benefits of Fennel and Fresh Garlic
Fennel offers many health benefits, making it worthwhile to find ways to include it in your diet. It contains a lot of fiber, which helps to lower the amount of cholesterol in your blood, decreasing the risk of heart disease. In addition, fennel is anti-inflammatory as well as a good source of vitamin C, which supports your immune system.
Fresh garlic is also anti-inflammatory and helps combat respiratory problems, hypertension, diabetes and other ailments.
You can therefore indulge in a bowl of Pasta with Fennel and Fresh Garlic without feeling guilty.
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Another Time, Another Pasta, Another Garlic
Another time I made this easy and delicious dish with linguine pasta instead of with penne. I chopped the fennel in larger pieces and then braised the fennel less time so it was not as caramelized. I also used garlic cloves instead of fresh garlic. My brother and I enjoyed it so much! Both ways are super!
Try this Pasta with Fennel and Fresh Garlic dish for a no-stress supper during the week. Or for lunch for those of us fortunate enough to work at home. Share this recipe with your friends and let me know via the comments section how you liked this dish.
Pasta with Fennel and Fresh Garlic
- 300 g dried pasta ordinary or whole wheat (gluten-free alternatives also good)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 500 g fennel fresh
- 125 g fresh garlic sliced and diced (see notes)
- 60 g Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 100 ml cooking water from pasta
- 1 tbsp hazelnut or walnut oil (optional)
- Prepare dried pasta according to instructions.
- While the pasta is being prepared, wash, chop and braise the fennel and wild garlic.
- While the water for pasta boils, remove the bottom of fennel. Like you would with cabbage, slice out the triangle in the bottom center of the fennel and discard. Slice the whole fennel (including the green tops) thinly (horizontally). Cut the slices into smaller pieces. No need however to dice the fennel too small.
- Remove the outer skin of the fresh garlic. Chop the green tops of the fresh garlic in same way as you would green onions. Slice thinly the whole heads of garlic (horizontally). Cut the slices into smaller pieces.
- Pour the olive oil into a pan over a medium-high heat. Add the fennel into the pan and let cook a few minutes until golden color.
- Add the chopped fresh garlic into the pan. Continue cooking a few minutes. The aim is to caramelize the fennel and fresh garlic. If the pan becomes dry, add a little water from the cooking pasta. Continue cooking until the fennel and fresh garlic become a dark golden color. The entire cooking process should take about 10 minutes (about same time as cooking the pasta).
- Add salt and pepper to the braised fennel and fresh garlic according to taste.
- Before straining the pasta, use a ladle to remove some of the pasta water to add into the pan with the fennel and fresh garlic. This liquid will help create a sauce for the pasta. Add as much pasta water as you need.
- Pour the fennel and fresh garlic mix on top of the strained pasta. Blend and adjust seasoning.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese. Add most of it to the mixed pasta. If you choose, drizzle some hazelnut or walnut oil on top of the pasta and blend. The nut oil blends wonderfully with the braised fennel.
- Put everything in a bowl and serve. Put remaining Parmesan cheese in a bowl on the table if someone wants more. I usually put the block of cheese and a grater on the table so people can add as much cheese as they like. Enjoy!

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Although there is still a great deal of speculation regarding what will be included in the next generation XBOX 720, a leaked document from Microsoft suggests that the game console will possibly include augmented reality glasses and 4G wireless connectivity.
Slated for release in 2013, the console will blow its predecessors out of the water if everything in the document comes to fruition. The company is gearing the system toward being able to encompass all of one's entertainment needs in one box. It will feature HD and 3D capability and picture in picture allowing one to get their game on and watch their favorite TV show simultaneously.
The Kinect system is also mentioned in the document leading one to believe that the new XBOX will certainly usher in a new generation of lifelike gaming.
The Xbox 720 Features 3D Capability
1. Augmented Reality Glasses - The inclusion of augmented reality glasses in the Xbox 720 opens up opportunities for immersive and realistic gaming experiences.
2. 4G Wireless Connectivity - The addition of 4G wireless connectivity to the Xbox 720 enables seamless online gaming and streaming capabilities.
3. HD and 3D Capability - The HD and 3D capability of the Xbox 720 offers an enhanced visual experience for gamers, making gameplay more engaging and immersive.
1. Gaming - The inclusion of augmented reality glasses and advanced connectivity in game consoles presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the gaming industry, transforming the way games are played and experienced.
2. Entertainment - The Xbox 720's integration of multimedia features, such as simultaneous gaming and TV watching, creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the entertainment industry, redefining the way people consume media.
3. Technology - The advancements in augmented reality, wireless connectivity, and visual capabilities showcased by the Xbox 720 present disruptive innovation opportunities in the technology industry, driving advancements in immersive experiences and connectivity.


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I feel compelled to amplify the message of Professor McGoldrick's excellent essay, “Jarring Unprofessionalism: Argot Revisited.”1 In it, she contemplates the slow “drip, drip” erosion of physicians' empathy toward patients, and offers theories about its origins.
She describes the perpetuation and evolution of argot: the “dirty” linguistic currency used by professionals in conversational transactions. I wholeheartedly agree with her concerns about the marked coexistence of argot, and a cynical and disrespectful attitude toward the patient.
Where does this cynicism come from? McGoldrick1 suggests 3 etiologies: first, it is a method of fortifying professional relationships and the bonds of a working community; second, it is an externalization of internal frustrations and an attempt to relieve tension; and third, it is a contagious phenomenon: we hear it from our coworkers and adopt it ourselves. McGoldrick highlights this in her example of her younger self perceiving a cynical, dismissive, and very funny fictional physician as “cool.”
My research has focused on the role modeling paradigm and its effects on the hidden curriculum. This has shown that the transmission of cynicism is vertical, not horizontal: senior physicians pass it on to junior physicians. To express it another way: cynical and disrespectful attitudes are hereditary, rather than communicable. Students and junior physicians are constantly auditioning role models in their clinical lives, and when personal role models are identified, the learners consciously pattern their knowledge and behaviors on them.2,3 However, it must be recognized that while junior physicians are actively merging their aspirations and ambitions with their chosen role models' status and achievements, they are also unconsciously internalizing the role models' attitudes, behaviors, and values.
I want to highlight another unpleasant facet to embracing medical argot: the coarsening of medical attitudes toward patients plays a contributive role in physician burnout. One of the hallmarks of burnout is compassion fatigue, the inability to care about patients.4 It is plain to see how the deliberate adoption of a sardonic and derisive demeanor would act as a catalyst for this potentially devastating phenomenon.
We must be very careful. A healthy respect for our patients helps to humanize them, and it also protects us from burnout. It is not enough to explain ethics and respect to our young physicians; we have to demonstrate it too. We are the role models, and while humor and pathos serve a crucial purpose in our day-to-day lives, we must make it clear that we do not demean, mock, or laugh at our patients, and that we will not tolerate this behavior in others.

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Everyone likes hot chocolate on a cold day! It’s warm, decadent, and gives you a boost of energy to go back outside into the snow! My hot chocolate tastes like a liquid candy bar, but so smooth. So throw away those little powder packages from the box and try my recipe out! A little bit goes a long way…one sip and you’ll know why :)
1 2/3 cup milk (I use skim)
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Pour the milk into a small saucepan over medium-low heat. When the milk is warm (takes around 3-4 minutes over the heat), quickly whisk in the chocolate in stages. I like to whisk in a table spoon of chocolate at a time (doing it in stages will prevent the chocolate from burning on the bottom of the pan). Keep whisking so everything is completely smooth.
When all the chocolate has been whisked into the milk, remove from heat. Whisk in the vanilla.
Pour into a small mug and top with the cinnamon whipped cream. The aroma is fantastic! The whipped cream will start to melt immediately…don’t worry, it adds an amazing flavor to the chocolate!
Sip and enjoy!


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Word games are a great way to improve language skills, and WordleGame.org offers a variety of games to challenge and enhance these abilities. From crossword puzzles to word searches, users can choose games that match their skill levels and areas of interest. WordleGame.org provides a fun and educational platform for adults to engage in word games and improve their language skills.
“Playing word games can increase verbal intelligence in adults.”
Find the Perfect Word Puzzle Game
With a plethora of word games available on WordleGame.org, it can sometimes be overwhelming to choose which one to play. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are some tips to help you find the perfect word puzzle game:
|Tips for Finding the Perfect Word Puzzle Game|
|1. Check the Difficulty Level|
|Are you looking for a challenging game or a relaxed one? Some games have different difficulty levels, so make sure to check the options before you start playing.|
|2. Look for Specific Themes|
|Do you prefer games related to a theme, such as animals, sports, or science? WordleGame.org offers various games based on specific themes, so you can pick the one that interests you the most.|
|3. Explore Different Word Categories|
|Do you want to focus on specific word categories, such as verbs or adjectives? WordleGame.org offers various games that test your knowledge of specific word categories.|
By following these tips, you can find the perfect word puzzle game on WordleGame.org and challenge your vocabulary skills. So don’t hesitate to explore the different options and discover new and exciting games to play!
Discover a Variety of Word Games
WordleGame.org offers a diverse selection of word games for users to enjoy. From classic favorites to new and exciting challenges, our online word game website has something for everyone. Whether you prefer crossword puzzles, word search, anagrams, or word jumbles, you can find a game that suits your interests and skill level.
Our online word games are perfect for players of all ages and abilities, providing a fun and engaging way to exercise your vocabulary skills. Each game is designed to be easy to understand, with clear instructions and intuitive controls.
Try out our popular word game formats, such as Daily Crossword, Word Ladder, or Jumbled Words, or explore our themed games, including Sports Words, Movies and TV, and Animals. With new games added regularly, you can always find fresh and exciting challenges on WordleGame.org.
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How to Play Word Games Online
Playing word games online can be a fun and engaging way to challenge your vocabulary skills. With WordleGame.org, you can easily access a variety of word games from the comfort of your own home, office, or anywhere with an internet connection. Here’s how to get started:
- Visit wordlegame.org in your web browser.
- Select a game from the homepage or browse through the different categories, such as Crossword, Word Search, Anagrams, or Word Jumbles.
- Read the instructions carefully to understand the game’s objective and rules.
- Begin playing by typing in words or letters depending on the game format.
- Submit your answers to see if they match with the game’s solution.
Most word games on WordleGame.org are timed, so be sure to keep track of the clock while you’re playing. Some games also have different difficulty levels, so you can choose a level that corresponds to your skill level.
WordleGame.org offers a user-friendly interface with easy-to-use controls and features. You can easily switch between games, adjust settings, and track your progress. Playing word games online has never been easier or more fun!
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Ready to take your word game skills to the next level? WordleGame.org offers exciting challenges and competitions to put your vocabulary, spelling, and critical thinking abilities to the test.
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Word games are not only a fun and engaging pastime but also offer numerous benefits for adults. Playing word games can enhance vocabulary, improve cognitive abilities, boost memory, and provide a relaxing activity. WordleGame.org offers a variety of word games for adults to enjoy, providing countless opportunities for learning and entertainment.
One of the most significant benefits of playing word games is vocabulary improvement. The more words a person knows, the better they can communicate and comprehend information. Word games also improve cognitive abilities, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Studies have shown that playing word games regularly can prevent age-related cognitive decline and enhance brain function.
In addition to cognitive benefits, word games are an excellent way to improve memory. Playing word games requires recalling spelling, definitions, and associations, which can strengthen memory retention. Furthermore, word games offer a relaxing activity for adults. Engaging in word games can reduce stress and anxiety levels, promoting mental well-being.
WordleGame.org offers a diverse array of word games that cater to different interests and skill levels. Whether it’s crossword puzzles, word searches, or anagrams, WordleGame.org has it all. With its challenging yet fun word game options, WordleGame.org is an excellent platform for adults to enhance vocabulary and critical thinking skills while having a blast.
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Playing word games is not only a fun solo activity but can also be an opportunity to connect with other like-minded individuals. WordleGame.org provides a unique social experience for users to engage in a community of word game enthusiasts. By joining the word game community on the website, you can share your achievements, participate in discussions, and even challenge other players to compete.
Interacting with others can be a great way to enhance your vocabulary skills, as you can learn new words and language expressions from other players. Moreover, engaging in a social word game community can also boost your confidence and provide a sense of belonging. Whether you are a word game expert or a beginner, you can discover a whole new world of word gaming by joining the WordleGame.org community.
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Flashcards in Male GU Deck (51)
WHat cells produce testosterone?
WHat cells produce FSH?
Sertoli cells and germ cells
If a male presents with ED what else should you test for?
peripheral vascular disease
What is balanitis?
Inflammation of foreskin
typically found in young men
What is phimosis?
Can't retract the foreskin
What is paraphimosis?
Retracted foreskin but can't get it to go back
What is NGU?
Are pearly penile papules benign?
What does Peyronie’s dz cause?
Abnormal curvature of the penis during erection due to formation of scar tissue.
What does "eggplant penis" refer to?
The purplish color of the penis from trauma
What will a hydrocele look like under light?
are hydroceles benign?
What testicular mass looks wormy?
Where are femoral hernias found? Who are they more common in?
top of the thigh
more common in females
what three positions do you want to check for hernias in?
valsalva (turn head and cough)
How many lobes are in the prostate?
2 lateral (heart shaped) and 1 median (non-palpable)
Which lobe of the prostate isn't palpable?
median lobe (anterior to urethra)
Do PSA differentiate aggressive CA from slow growing?
A PSA or greater than what is concerning.
How often should colonscopies be done with polyps or with patient's with higher risk?
When should sigmoidscopy be done
every 5 years w/ FOBT
every 3 years otherwise
What color are external hemorrhoids?
What is smegma?
cheesy, whitish material under foreskin
What is hypospadias?
congenital displacement of urethral meatus to inferior surface of penis
What does profuse yellow discharge indicate?
What does scanty white or clear discharge indicate?
What ulceration is a small red papule that becomes a chancre or PAINLESS erosion up to 2cm diameter? Base of chancre is smooth, red, clean and glistening; heals within 3-8 weeks
What ulceration is red papule or pustule initially that forms PAINFUL deep ulcer with ragged nonindurated margins; has friable base; necrotic exudate?
What ulceration is a small scattered or grouped vesicles, 1-3 mm in size, on glans or shaft of penis?

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Efficacy of Pregabalin in Patients With Radicular Pain
Information source: Northwestern University
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this data on August 23, 2015
Link to the current ClinicalTrials.gov record.
Condition(s) targeted: Neuropathy; Radicular, Lumbar, Lumbosacral; Failed Back Surgery Syndrome; Spinal Stenosis; Herniated Disc
Intervention: Pregabalin (Drug); Sugar Pill (Drug)
Phase: Phase 4
Sponsored by: Northwestern University
Official(s) and/or principal investigator(s):
Khalid M Malik, MD, Principal Investigator, Affiliation: Northwestern University
The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether pregabalin is effective in reducing the
pain in patients who present with radicular pain due to a herniated disc, spinal stenosis or
failed back surgery syndrome.
Official title: Efficacy of Pregabalin in Patients With Radicular Pain
Study design: Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Investigator), Primary Purpose: Treatment
Primary outcome: Pain Scores (NRS) at 3-weeks
Patient's Global Impression of Change at 3 Weeks
Oswestry Disability Questionnaires
Although the efficacy of pregabalin has been demonstrated in several pain states and it is
approved by the FDA for use in post herpetic neuralgia, diabetic neuropathy and
fibromyalgia there are few studies of its efficacy in patients with radicular pain from
herniated disc, spinal stenosis or failed back surgery syndrome. This study was conducted to
evaluate the efficacy of pregabalin in these pain states.
Minimum age: 18 Years.
Maximum age: 64 Years.
1. Patients with pain in dermatomal distribution, in either cervical or lumbar region.
2. History of pain for more than 3 months.
3. History of herniated disc, spinal stenosis or failed back surgery.
4. A series of epidural steroid injections within the past 6 months.
5. Presence of motor or sensory neurological signs (hypoesthesia, hyperesthesia,
allodynia, dysesthesia) in the affected dermatomes.
6. Patients must be cognitively capable of completing the pain questionnaires.
1. Patients below 18 or over 65 years of age.
2. Patients with mostly axial spinal pain.
3. Presence of significant motor deficits, and /or bowel and/or bladder dysfunction.
4. Workmen's compensation or disability issues.
5. Patients with chronic depression and on depression medications.
6. Addiction and/or substance abuse issues.
7. Patients using gabapentin or failure to respond to previous gabapentin use.
8. Patients with known peripheral neuropathy (e. g. DPN, PHN etc.).
9. Known hypersensitivity to pregabalin use (hives, blisters, rash, dypnea and
10. History of angioedema with pregabalin use.
11. Patients with known renal insufficiency, diabetes, congestive heart failure, cardiac
conduction abnormalities, and/or thrombocytopenia.
12. Patients using ACE-inhibitors and thiazolidinedione antidiabetic agents (Avandia®,
13. Pregnant patients.
Locations and Contacts
Pain Medicine Center, Chicago, Illinois 60610, United States
Starting date: May 2009
Last updated: October 2, 2014

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Take a listen now to the song that is being called the 'first official single' from Drake's upcoming third studio album "Nothing Was the Same", due in stores on September 17th. "Hold On We're Going Home" was exclusively premiered in the morning of August 6th on The Breakfast Club on NYC's Power 105.1 FM.
OK, this is not what I was expecting, but I am SLAYED either way. "Hold On We're Going Home" is an 80's throwback funk soul tune! What a pleasant surprise, huh?. There's no rap thrown in "Hold On We're Going Home", just singing. Due to the obvious crossover appeal Drake's new single has, you can bet big money US mainstream-pop radios will be more than happy to play "Hold On We're Going Home" without any doubt or fear.
Hit or Miss?
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- Listen: K. Michelle Premieres Heartbreaker Anthem "Love 'Em All"
- Jason Aldean Gets Racy On "Gonna Know We Were Here"
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Olly Murs reveals he's had "initial talks with ITV" about returning to The Voice UK next year
The coach, who was new to the panel this series, says he would "love" to come back in 2019
Despite being punched in the arm by Tom Jones and having his chair break down, it seems Olly Murs is keen to return to The Voice UK.
The coach, who was new to the show for 2018, told RadioTimes.com that he had already had discussions with ITV about returning next year and "without a doubt" he wanted to retain his seat for series eight.
"We’ve had initial talks with ITV," he told us. "They’ve said they’d love me to come back – I’d love to come back. So until it’s all signed, sealed, delivered – we’ll see. But without a doubt I’d love to stay and come back.
"I can’t wait to do it again," he added. "I hope I come back for many years."
Olly also said that his experience of being a coach on the show had "definitely exceeded my expectations".
"Being around TV for as long as I have, the schedules and everything can be quite crazy," he said. "But it’s been so easy. The team behind the scenes, the production, ITV. It’s been flawless and really good fun. And this year we have found super talent."
But what about the other three coaches?
Jennifer Hudson joined the show as a coach last year, and it was recently revealed that she would soon be playing Aretha Franklin in an upcoming movie biopic of the icon's life.
So with such a busy schedule, will she still be able to come back for the show next year?
"You know what, it's a good problem to have," she explained. "To know that I am literally that busy! Yes I want to – I definitely want to return. I'll keep my chair warm. And if welcomed back, I want to come back."
As for Tom Jones? "I’d love to come back next year. I love doing this show. It really is – every part of it is different. It never gets old."
will.i.am, on the other hand, was a bit more coy and wouldn't give us a straight answer. Intriguing...


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About him :
Abdu was born on 23 September 2003 in Gishdarva, Panjakent District, Tajikistan and now he is 19 years old. Abdu Rozik is a popular Tajik Singer, musician, blogger, and boxer. Abdu Rozik’s real name is Savriqul Muhammadroziqi.
Early life :
Abdu Rozik was raised by both of his parents and they worked as a gardener. Abdu Rozik had two sisters and two brothers. Abdu was just 6 years old when he started his career in singing. In childhood, Abdu was detected with rickets, a growth hormone deficiency which could be cured with appropriate medical treatment. However, his family could not provide him with the treatment as their financial condition was not so good. As a result, his body growth was stunted.
About his career :
•To support his family financially, Abdu started singing on the streets of Gishdarva. Most of his songs are based on his past experience and the challenges that he has faced. While singing on the streets, he was then spotted by the Tajik blogger-rapper Baron (Behruz). He liked Abdu’s singing talent and asked his father to allow Abdu to make his career as a singer. His father agreed to it, and Abdu shifted with Baron to Dubai. In the initial years of his career, Baron supported Abdu financially.
•The UAE company IFCM is the sponsor of Rozik and manages his work across the globe. At the age of 17, Abdu received the Golden Visa from UAE, becoming the first person from Tajikistan to have received it. The UAE government has promoted him as a UAE resident.
•Apart from singing , Abdu did his professional training in boxing under the British World Boxing Champion fighter Amir Khan.In 2021, the President of Aiba– International Boxing Association personally invited him to the opening ceremony of the World Boxing Championship in Serbia. He has also participated in various MMA fights. In May 2021, the Russian MMA fighter and TikToker named Hasbulla (who is also suffering from the same disease) challenged him for an MMA fight.
•His career took a turning point when In 2021, Rozik’s YouTube video in which he was singing the Hindi song ‘Enna Sona’ by Arijit Singh from the film ‘OK Jaanu’ (2017) went viral on social media. After that, he was invited as a guest to the IIFA (2022) award ceremony which was held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. At the event, he sang “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga” from the film ‘1942: A Love Story’ (1994) and dedicated the song to the Indian actor Salman Khan.
•In 2022, he has participated in the Hindi reality TV show ‘Bigg Boss’ season 16 and gained so much popularity as he is the most loved personality.
•Abdu Rozik is a popular social media influencer, and as of 2022, he has around 2.7 million followers on his Instagram account. He has met many celebrities across the world.
•He received the official Barcelona FC Jersey no. 10 in 2022.
•He has received more than 8 awards like the Celebrity Influencer of the Year award.
•He has also received a World Boxing Council belt from the president of the council Mauricio Sulaimán.
•Abdu has been featured on the cover of HT Brunch magazine along with the Indian comedian Justsul.


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The global body has noted how India between 2006 and 2016 became a bovine meat export power house (notably in buffalo meat) with overseas sales rising from 79,400 tonnes (1.9% of world exports) to 1.2 million tonnes (18.7%) and the world’s largest exporter to boot.
India’s growth, in terms of market share at least, came as some traditional exporters lost market position – Australia falling from 24.6% of the world bovine meat export market in 2006 to 15.7% (1 million tonnes); and Brazil from 20.6% to 15.7%. Volume sales for these countries was steadier though, given global export sales rose from 4.1 million in 2006 to 6.8 million in 2016.
By contrast, Brazil’s poultry export sector boomed during these years, with the WTO noting that it commanded 40.8% of global export sales in 2016 – 4 million tonnes out of 9.9 million tonnes worldwide. This was up from a Brazilian share of 28.3% in 2007 (representing 2 million tonnes). For poultry, a loser in export market share was the USA, which dominated in 2007 with 46.1% of overseas poultry sales (3.2 million tonnes), down to 19% in 2016, representing 1.8 million tonnes.
Regarding sheep meat, the global duopoly shared by Australia and New Zealand persisted, controlling 40.6% and 48.8% respectively of export sales worldwide in 2007 and 47% and 41.2% respectively in 2017. Pig meat export sales also remained relatively stable – although the European Union (EU) made significant gains – up from 26.3% in 2007 to 36.6% in 2016, and Canada’s share falling from 22.6% to 15.5%, albeit in a fast-growing global market.
Worldwide, pig meat exports rose from 3.4 million tonnes in 2007 to 6.4 million in 2016. Meanwhile, there were some significant shifts in share regarding export sales of live animals (by value), with the EU performing strongly, with its market share rising from 17.7% in 2007 (US$1.4 billion) to 26.9% in 2016 (US$2.9 billion). Key livestock supplier Canada, however, lost market share – from 28.6% in 2007 (US$2.2 billion) to 14.9% in 2016 (US$1.6 billion).
EU export sales quoted cover trades with non-EU countries and not sales between EU member states. They also cover all the current 28 member countries in the union. The data also covers animal feed commodities, such as oil seeds.


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Blueberries are fabulous plants and provide year-round interest in the garden. They have glossy green leaves that are covered with white blossoms in the spring. They grow into an easy care shrub in most areas of Oregon. Our naturally acidic soil makes for happy blueberries. Flavorful blueberries are very nutritious and look great on the plant. Blueberries have great fall foliage colors and red twigs in the dead of winter.
The first blueberry plants I planted are right out my kitchen window, and they are an important part of my landscape design. I like the look of flowering shrubs surrounded by mulch. The mulch breaks down improving the soil, keeping down weeds and holding in moisture in the summer. I have a drip tube hidden under the mulch, with a timer on it in the summertime to water automatically. It looks nice year round, needs little maintenance, and provides fat beautiful berries.
Several varieties of blueberries are available. You can plant early, mid-season, and late-maturing varieties to extend the harvest. There is even a new low growing type that looks like it may work as a ground cover.
I have several varieties of blueberries and I always want more! I love variety! My grandsons love picking and eating whatever they can find growing at grandma’s house. I searched everywhere to find a Nelson. In a taste test years ago, it was rated tops with big berries. I was under-whelmed because it seemed a little less flavorful than some I already had. I think Darrow is my favorite for flavor.
The varieties I have include Duke, Spartan, Patriot, Nelson, Liberty, Darrow, Chandler, Elliot, listed in order of ripening early to late. Though Northblue and Chippewa are not listed on the chart, both are mid-season.
Blueberries are loaded with anti-oxidants. They are reported to help improve vision, clear arteries, strengthen blood vessels, enhance memory, reverse age related physical and mental declines, and promote weight control! With health benefits like that you cannot have too many! I bag up berries and freeze them unwashed by the gallon bag.
Blueberry muffins and pancakes are just the beginning of the treats one can enjoy using these mighty little gems. I also have a vita mix, and make a blueberry oatmeal smoothie for a quick breakfast to take on the go. I found the recipe at www.food.com. The search option is awesome! Put in what you have on hand; for example, blueberries and oatmeal, and you will get over 100 results. Click on search by “most popular,” to get them sorted by reviews! I have found great recipes going with the number of 5 star reviews. This bourbon chicken recipe at www.food.com/recipe/bourbon-chicken-45809 has over 2,000 reviews and is easy and delicious! Finding this site has made me enjoy cooking!
We are fortunate to have many blueberry farms close by. . This link (www.oregonblueberry.com/farms.html) has a list of Oregon Blueberry Farms. Even with all the plants I have, I still try to take my grandsons blueberry picking every summer. They have a great time and look forward to it every year. We end up with extra bags of berries in the freezer and they never fail to ask for blueberry something when they stay at Grammie’s house.
Do a little research and then call your favorite garden center I bet they will be able to order exactly what you want.
Now is a great time to bare root fruit trees,grapes and berries!

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The Motherlands and cultures of Artivista’s members have always played a major role in the dawn of each of our projects.
Basically, the initiative started with Claire who has Lebanese origins together with Anthony and Pia who has just joined us after recently moving to France. Led by the association, Claire and the team alongside French and Lebanese guest street artists will be intervening in one of the country’s most neglected neighborhoods. The scope of the project is to take part in uplifting a neglected area through artistic manifestations and sharing moments around urban art, just like in the previous exchanges with Bresil, Irak,and Columbia.
Lebanon has been assailed by numerous crises. First, the global COVID19 pandemic, followed by the horrific explosion at the port of Beirut on the 4th of August 2020, and lastly, one of the worst economic and financial crises its history has ever seen. The local currency has lost more than 90% out of its value in the course of the last two years and the dollar reached an exchange rate of 30 000 Lebanese pounds on the black market in the past month. This situation has resulted in several resource and primal necessity shortages, and the intense increase of the inflation and unemployment rate. Moreover, Lebanon, next stop for Artivista
n has been witnessing an excessive brain drain, over a million citizens have fled the country in the past two years. According to official sources, 60% of the population lives under the poverty line and the unemployment rate has exceeded 40%.
The underprivileged neighborhood of Bab al Tabbaneh in Tripoli
Located 80 km north of Beirut, Tripoli is the capital of North Lebanon. It is considered the poorest city in the country despite its universally valuable historical heritage dating back to the Mamluks and Crusaders eras. Among the most important monuments, we can count the Saint Gilles fortress, deemed one of the largest built in the Middle East by the crusaders, numerous mosques, madrasas, souks, khans and hammams in the heart of the old town.
The suburbs of Tripoli are today, a string of unsanitary and neglected slums. Bab el Tebbaneh among them counts over 60 000 residents, 60% of whom are Lebanese Sunni Muslims and 30% Syrian and Palestinian refugees. Additionally, the marginalized neighborhood has long experienced violence and misery. The fallout from the Syrian war and local political rivalries have caused intercommuniterial tensions and violent clashes with the adjacent neighborhood of Jabal Mohsen for years.
The other reason that determined the choice of Tripoli, was the encounter of Mohamed Abrash a local street artist and activist that grew up and still resides in Bab al Tabbaneh. He will be the key for our integration, and will facilitate the exchanges and communication with the local forces, and most importantly the schools, social centers and the community. We genuinely wish to involve the residents of the district, benefit the small businesses and recreate social bonds around our artistic project.
Murals, pariticpatory walls and intercultural exchanges
For two weeks, in mid-October 2022, three Lebanese and three French artists will take part in this intercultural exchange project and will paint six large frescoes on a total area of 600 m2. The selected zone is located at the entrance of Bab el Tebbaneh. It separates the district from the city of Tripoli and the highway going to Syria and Akkar in the north of the country.
Street art initiation workshops and a participatory wall will be carried out in partnership with a local high school for girls in Tripoli (Thanawiyat lil Banat). This event’s aim is to revive the environment and mobilize the residents in participating in putting colours on the concrete rundown walls.
The persons contributing in the project will be accommodated in Tripoli at the Seed Guesthouse throughout the length of the project, and their transportation by minibus will be provided by a local transport provider.
Walls painted by the 6 artists in the Bab al-Tebbaneh neighborhood, in Tripoli.
The creations at the Bab al-Tebbaneh site
“Workshop with Tim Zdey and the children from the public school.

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The fighting in Yemen may have reached a bloody stalemate, but far from the north-south frontline, a battle between rival central banks shattered the currency and helped spike prices.
Soaring inflation has compounded misery in a country where most of the 29 million people depend on aid to stay alive.
Yemen’s economy was fragile even before war broke out in 2014, but the International Monetary Fund now describes it as facing “an acute economic and humanitarian crisis.”
Yemen is divided between an internationally recognized government in the south, backed by a Saudi-led military coalition, and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement which controls most of the north and Hodeidah’s main sea port. Red.
Each side also has a central bank with opposing policies.
The central bank of Aden, which has access to international financial markets, has increasingly turned to printing new foreign currency notes to cover the government deficit and pay public sector salaries, especially those of the military. security and military.
This inevitably drew criticism in the north, where only the old, increasingly tattered riyal notes are accepted.
“Aden’s central bank has signed contracts with private companies to print 5.32 trillion yen over the past six years,” said Hashim Ismail, governor of the central bank of the northern capital of Sana’a. “It’s fair to say that this is three times what the central bank of Sana’a has printed in 60 years.”
The result is that even Yemen’s exchange rate is divided. The rate for new banknotes in Aden hit 1,000 YER to the dollar this week. In Sana’a, held by the Houthis, the rate was around 600 YER.
Aden’s central bank, which did not respond to multiple requests for comment, has sought to support the currency’s weakening by doubling interest rates last year and warning exchange houses against exceeding the official exchange rate of 580 YER.
Aden’s government said on Tuesday it was “fully confident” that Saudi Arabia would intervene before the economy collapsed.
President Abd-Rabu Mansour Hadi, whose government was ousted from Sanaa by the Houthis in late 2014, moved the central bank to Aden in 2016. He accused the Houthis of squandering $ 4 billion in bank reserves for the war. The Houthis say the funds were used to finance imports of food and medicine.
Rafat Al-Akhali, a researcher at the Blavatnik School of Government in Oxford, said the northern exchange rate was being kept artificially strong. âThe exchange rate is maintained by suppressing demand and completely controlling supply,â he said.
He said the southern government “continues to use questionable processes for the payment of public wages without a clear payroll for military and security forces.”
The IMF and the United Nations have tried unsuccessfully since 2018 to bring central banks together as part of broader blocked efforts to end the war.
Hadi’s government accuses the Houthis of diverting revenue from the port of Hodeidah, the main entrance to Yemen’s trade and aid flows. The Houthis want the coalition to lift the blockade before agreeing to resume peace talks.
As the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha approaches in July, supermarkets in Aden have attempted to lure customers with offers on imported items. But a lot of people can’t even afford the basics.
“Our situation in Aden has deteriorated so much,” said Oum Ahmed Nabeel, a government employee in the southern port city.
Meanwhile, Yemenis who have to send money on the front line face costs that can amount to almost 60% of the transaction value due to different exchange rates and associated transfer fees. “It is unfair,” said Mohammed Ahmed al-Hadhari, director of a Sana’a currency exchange agency.

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More product information : Which animals go together? Can you match all 12 babies with their mothers? The large puzzle cards in this self-correcting game guarantee success as children develop essential skills. It's fun finding the bear, cat, dog, goat, cow, chicken, duck, elephant, horse, lion, monkey and rabbit.
Contents: 12 Pairs of Cards, Instructions


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Transformers: Fall of Cybertron's release falls this fall
Though High Moon Studios' most recent Transformers game, the movie tie-in Dark of the Moon, wasn't very good, there is quite a bit of hope that its next attempt, Fall of Cybertron will be the opposite. We'll be able to find out for sure this fall, when the game launches on Aug. 28, according to an exclusive trailer on GameSpot.
The game was revealed in Nov. 2011's issue of Game Informer, while the rest of the world may have first laid eyes on it during the 2011 Spike TV Video Game Awards last December (which, we know, you hate). The slow-mo, experimental music-equipped teaser trailer seemed to have impressed a good amount of Transformers fans.
Let's see if an original, non-movie-based Transformers game by High Moon can satisfy their Autobot appetites this fall.
Reported by Jonathan Davila
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