It was a sad day for the entire members of the Action Congress of Nigeria and the entire people of Edo State over the road accident involving the Governor’s convoy and a tipper truck along Afuze-Auchi road in Edo North senatorial district of the State. The Comrade Governor had gone to receive decampees from the opposition Peoples’ Democratic Party into the Action Congress of Nigeria at a ceremony in Afuze, headquarters of the Owan East Local Government of the State. After the ceremony where over 4,000 PDP members decamped to the ACN, the Comrade Governor was headed for Auchi enroute Benin where the Edo South Senatorial campaign was scheduled to take place at 3pm.
A statement by Prince Kassim Afegbua , director, media and publicity , Oshiomhole Campaign Organisation revealed that on their way to Auchi from Afuze, a tipper truck emerged from the opposite direction and rammed into the flag vehicle of the Comrade Governor before crashing into several other vehicles in the convoy leaving three people dead and several others in critical condition. The Comrade Governor’s back-up vehicle was badly affected as well as three other vehicles conveying security officers and members of the Governor’s Press Crew; the Comrade Governor’s vehicle escaped by the whiskers.
Those who received several degrees of injuries are already receiving medical attention in various hospitals around Auchi and Irrua respectively. The Governor is also recovering fast from the shock of the incident as it could have been worse if the tipper truck driver had succeeded in his dastardly mission. At first, the driver of the tipper truck attempted to escape but was quickly apprehended by sympathizers.
The Governor had ordered full scale investigation to ascertain the immediate and remote cause of this unfortunate incident which had claimed the lives of three young, brilliant and very hardworking Journalists at this moment of the take-off of the Governor’s re-election campaigns.
The campaign statement said “We have every reason to suspect foul play in this incident and we expect the Police authority to unravel the circumstances that led to this avoidable but unfortunate incident. Our suspicion is further buoyed by the fact that there have been series of threats and boastful statements from the opposition camp, expressing very crude desperation about the July 14, 2012 gubernatorial election in the State as do or die affair.
Also, The Oshiomhole Campaign Organization expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the line of duty. “May the spirit of the Almighty God continue to abide with their families and may God grant them peaceful rest in the hereafter.As a mark of honour, the flag-off earlier scheduled for the day had been put off until further notice,” the statement said.
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Oliver Marmol reportedly “looks like the favorite” to be next St. Louis Cardinals manager.
When you make a move of the magnitude of what the St. Louis Cardinals did Thursday, firing manager Mike Shildt after a playoff berth, there is a good chance the team knows how they plan to replace him.
Indeed, president of baseball operations John Mozeliak said that the team would seriously consider internal candidates. There have been external candidates linked to the job, including Skip Schumaker, Walt Weiss and Matt Holiday. But it “looks like the favorite” to be the Cardinals’ next manager is current bench coach Oliver Marmol, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network.
Now, it should be said that the Cardinals haven’t even interviewed any candidates and that the process is just beginning. That said, Mozeliak said that he hopes to fill the position quickly — they don’t want to delay their offseason at all — and are clearly familiar with Marmol, who has worked under Shildt for years and has been touted by the former-manager as a strong candidate for a managerial opening in the future.
The Cardinals want to keep their coaching staff intact — especially hitting coach Jeff Albert — and Marmol would seem likely to abide by Mozeliak’s wishes. The same can be said for pitching coach Mike Maddux, who is under contract through 2022 and has already indicated a desire to stay in St. Louis. It’s possible that Shildt wanted to move on from Albert — the team reportedly considered coaching changes during the season — but there had to have been other philosophical differences to make the Cardinals abruptly move on from Shildt.
But a sticking point surely had to have been the coaching staff and, if Marmol is indeed willing to keep the staff intact, he could be in a strong position to become the Cardinals next manager. There are going to be further developments in the managerial search, but as of right now, Marmol appears to enter the search as the favorite.


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Yes, this little girl is now one! And proud as can be, as you can see! On the morning of her birthday, I took her outside for a little birthday photoshoot, and here are some of the results.
I obsessed (and I mean really obsessed!) about what she would wear on her first birthday. Funny, I never really thought much about it with the boys, but oh my, this little girl was going to have the perfect outfit on her birthday! I had just about given up hope of finding something suitable, when I came across this seller on Etsy. I fell in love with these little ruffled sunsuits she makes, and found my girl's birthday outfit! As you can see, I also made a matching birthday crown for her to wear!
I've been trying out the pigtails on her, but they only last for so long!
Oh my, how cute is that ruffled bum???
And here was her party. It was just a few family members, but I wanted to decorate just the same. Something about the fact that this was going to be my last "first" birthday party.... sniff!
Most of my family thought I was nuts for hanging sheets and blankets up on the walls, but I wanted a pretty backdrop for everything, as I'm sure you all can relate to!
Not sure that you can see it very well, but I made a bunting with vintage embroideries of birthday girls on the flags to hang on the wall.
My sister and her boyfriend made the cake-isn't it gorgeous? And yummy, too!
And here's the birthday girl eating her cake. None of my kids are the sorts to dive in and make a huge mess, so this was as messy as it got!
It goes without saying that she got plenty of dolls and strollers and baby carriages on her special day, including this doll I had made for her. She's slowly but surely starting to show interest in her dolls, so I hope to have the opportunity to make lots more for her!

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City Council has approved Kingsett Capital's development proposal for two towers of 78 and 75 storeys at 475 Yonge, between Wood and Alexander Streets. The proposal includes a small park on the east side of the property and a privately owned publicly-accessible space between the two towers, connecting the park and Yonge Street.
The plan to replace the Couryard Marriot Hotel dates back to 2017, when the City approved Kingsett's original proposal for two towers of 58 and 48 storeys. In 2021 Kingsett submitted a new application for the much taller towers.
A community consultation took place in June 2022.
In November 2023, City Council adopted the approval recommendation:
For more information:
City Staff Preliminary Report (Dec. 2021)
City Staff Approval Report (Sept. 2023)
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Yesterday’s Predictions About Life in the 21st Century [VIDEO]
I'll never forget my first trip to Disneyland. One of my favorite things was the Monsanto House of the Future. According to that great attraction, telephones would be much more portable. Food would be prepared in a fraction of the time it normally took and we'd all have flying cars.
Okay, so they missed on the flying cars, but they were so accurate on so many other points. We do have very portable phones and meals can be knocked out in no time at all. they were right on a great many other predictions as well and it's interesting to see just how accurate some of those predictions really were.
In this video, the folks at "Think Facts" dug up a bunch of videos that predicted things we would have in the future. The thing about these videos is that, while they may not have nailed exactly how these modern conveniences were going to look, they certainly got it right on function.
Some of the predictions are so accurate that it's almost scary.


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October 08, 2010
“Throw the books at inmates”: HICKS: Throw the books at inmates
By Brian Hicks
Friday, October 8, 2010
Post and Courier
OK, there are probably a few things you don’t want inmates in your jail reading.
For instance, the J. Campbell Bruce classic “Escape From Alcatraz” or other how-to tomes like “How To Bake a Cake With a File In It … And Not Get Caught.” And don’t ever let them get their hands on “Rioting for Dummies.”
Come to think of it, it’s probably not a good idea to let ’em have Harlequin romance novels either.
But Berkeley County may have gone too far.
According to a lawsuit filed this week by the American Civil Liberties Union, Berkeley jail officials will allow prisoners to read only soft-bound copies of the Bible. The suit was filed on behalf of Prison Legal News, which according to the lawsuit is an inmate-subscriber magazine.
As a result of this ban, a Moncks Corner man named Thomas Dalton was denied access to such articles as “Appalling Prison and Jail Food Leaves Prisoners Hungry for Justice” and “Judges Benched for Personal Misconduct.” That’s just criminal.
Of course, the real losers here are Berkeley County taxpayers. They’ve got to pay to defend this Draconian rule.
Reading is good
Everybody is all about the Constitution, until it comes to prisoner rights. But fact is, South Carolina prisons have entire libraries — yeah, just like in “The Shawshank Redemption,” but without the guy with the bird.
The Department of Corrections’ policy is to “provide library materials and services that provide inmates with the opportunity to increase their academic skills, allow for personal development, and engage in recreational reading.”
See, that’s the idea behind supplying reading material to prisoners, and most places share that philosophy. The Charleston County Detention Center has books to loan, and allows inmates to buy newspapers and magazines if they want them. Reasonable enough.
But Dalton, on his extended vacation from society, could not keep up with news he could use or study to learn a skill that might be a more honest way to earn a living than, say, credit card fraud (which he did time for in 1998).
And since the Bible says nothing specifically about Thou Shalt Not Defraud the IRS, Berkeley County left Dalton woefully unprepared to learn from his current 10-year mistake.
Instead, all he got was an idea to smote Berkeley County.
TV, not so much
It seems that one of the biggest problems in this country is that folks don’t read enough. They let talk show hosts do their thinking for them and get their morality off TV and movies.
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I have some tribes of nomads that live in pretty harsh places, going around by carts or building shelter is usually not an option. They live and sleep in some kind of heavy primitive armor, I was thinking a mixture of bone/rock and matrix.
3 years ago when I was into calisthenics I followed this tutorial on how to make weighted vests with cement. Except I made mine with a sheet of cut marble not cement, since I had the tools to cut it but didn't have cement, marble was heavier anyway, which was a bonus, ended up weighing 11Kg or 24Lbs. The guy in the picture isn't me, it's the one from the tutorial. Mine looked exactly like his but blue. It was heavy enough to do exercises like sprints or rope climbing but stable enough to not get injured, it felt like wearing armor.
I want the nomads in my project to wear a similar kind of armor, but covering most of the body, it must be primitive and lacking in technology hence why this tutorial came to mind. It's not a question of strength or endurance as this is something that even in real life can reach unbelievable levels without using magic or science fiction, there's a guy on YouTube who does pull ups with 157Kg or 346Lbs extra on top of his bodyweight and men are known to run while dragging cars for competitions, so yeah normal humans are already powerfull enough to make fantasy unquestionable.
My question is how to maximize the comfort of the armor, for the nomads to need removing it the least amount of times possible in their life. A legend of golems and living armors must be created from their culture the same way centaurs were born from the Scythians always riding on horses. The armor must be incredibly primitive requiring only tools that can be found easily, like; raw cordage/ropes, rocks, wood, bone, pelts, and matrix done with handcrafted needles.
What qualifies as a good answer
Describing the armor and how would one make it as comfortable as possible whilst taking into account the life of wild nomads living on the edge of survivability.
The amror is protecting against:
-Creatures that can hurl spikies and other ranged projectiles
-Creatures that can pinch and break bones or skin with ease, imagine giant crab or scoprion like fauna
-Intense heat in the day and intense cold in the night
-Other big fauna that can easily break a person
-Various poisonous creatures
-Giant carnivorous semi-sapient plants that mimitize and surprise victims

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Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik’s divorce rumors have been speculated for a few days which broke the hearts of fans. However, Shoaib Malik wishes Sania Mirza her birthday and wishes a healthy and happy life for her. That has made people confuse with the circulating rumors as both of them had not responded. Although both the couple have refrained from giving any offcial statement.
Sania Mirza is being wished by her husband on social media that has raised suspection regarding their divorce. Due to the couple’s sports background, they are quite popular globally and earned a huge fan following. Couple’s separation rumors came into place when Sania posted a picture with a note “Where do broken hearts go? To find Allah,”
The couple is soon going to host a show on the Pakistani web channel “Urdu Flix”. Both have shared picture of their show title. Some believe this to be a publicity stunt to promote their new show. That is will be going on air on the Pakistani web TV named “The Mirza Malik show”. Other than some people are still confused about their relationship status where they are not living together in the same home. On the contrary, Malik is wishing Sania on her birthday on his social media standing happily together.
Mirza previously showed here new home in Dubai on YouTube whereas Malik is living in Pakistan. He was part of the show on a Pakistani sports channel for the t20 World cup analyzing. The couple also celebrated their son Ishan’s birthday where the pictures were officially shared on Shoaib Malik’s Instagram page but Sania only posted some stories of other people’s posts on his son’s birthday.

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I'll take this as an example because you seem to be looking too hard to find anything that might be interpretated as console only design. 6 skills at once is actually pretty ergonomic design if you want to go for a more actiony player experience. Humans only have 5 fingers.Quote from snowhammer
6 Skills at once (Thanks Maffia for the pointer forgot they changed it from 7 to 6 - again late in development)
Square, Triangle, Circle, X, Left Shoulder, Right Shoulder, Left Trigger, Right Trigger
6 Skills, two potions. Point is, simple is better. Point is, it makes much more sense to build a game that confines you to 6 choices when you realize its build for a console gamepad.
I actually stopped reading this post after seeing this one. Priceless..
After sifting through the rhetoric of the OP, I suppose the summary of the entire thing is "D3 sucks because it was designed for a Console, and Path of Exile rules!!" I personally play both, and admittedly more PoE than D3. Do I give a shit that the game was ported (or is in the process of) to a console? Not in the slightest. Are you making an argument that console games are easier than PC games? Cause, if so, I can name four off the top of my head that were virtually impossible to beat on their hardest settings and/or without using cheat codes. Also, using the "PoE is superior because of the skill system." argument. Sure, I'll give you that, the skill / Ability system is much better and much more complex than Diablo's, however you do realize that the Passive system is basically a direct copy of the "Sphere Grid" system from FFX (console game as well), right? PS, here's a link to a grid if you need to refresh your memory. http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100227155641/finalfantasy/images/9/94/Final_Fantasy_10_Sphere_Grid.svg
TLDR: Do I still play Diablo 3, yes though not nearly as much compared to release. Do I give a giant shit if it gets ported to a console? Nope. You should know by now that Blizzard will do whatever Blizzard wants, as long as Blizzard makes money.


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The Lowy Institute Pacific Aid Map is an analytical tool designed to enhance aid effectiveness in the Pacific by improving coordination, alignment and accountability of foreign aid through enhanced transparency of aid flows.
The Pacific Aid Map team has collected data on more than 30,000 projects and activities across all the Pacific Islands from 82 donors from 2008 onwards.
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After giving your dog or cat a good bath, most pet owners will grab a towel and pat their furry companions dry. While this is still considered an excellent way to dry your pets, sometimes you need that extra drying power to make sure your four-legged friends don’t get cold. If you are in need of drying your pet’s fur and skin at a faster rate, then consider purchasing a reliable pet dryer.
Contrary to popular belief, there are different types of pet dryers and not just one. There’s the hand-held version, the low pressure, and the high-pressure models. Let’s start with the portable pet dryer; it is considered to be the least expensive out of all variations of pet dryers because, well, they’re quite compact. It is an excellent item to have for pet owners who like to bring their dogs or cats around whenever they travel. It will assure that their pet’s fur is as fluffy and dry as possible during their trips.
Then there’s low-pressure pet dryer, which is otherwise called the “Cage Dryer.” It has a similar design for carpet dryers, and it has a large blower wheel that will develop a sufficient amount of air flow but at a very low pressure. Some low-pressure pet dryers have auxiliary controls and heaters. However, since the dryer already generates enough heat, it is not recommended to use the item in conjunction with other heaters. If you do, then you’re going to hurt your dog or cat because of the extreme heat. The low-pressure dryer model is recommended if you’re keeping your four-legged friend inside a cage to make sure they stay in a place with a comfortable temperature level.
But what about the high-pressure pet dryer? The high-pressure pet dryer, or otherwise known as the “forced air” dryer, is known to be the most efficient out of all types of pet dryers. It can remove water from the outer and inner coats. Most models of high-pressure dryers do not have auxiliary heaters, and its high-velocity winds it can generate can penetrate towards your dog or cat’s thick fur. Therefore, it can remove water and moisture from the surface of your dog’s skin in a very efficient manner. However, it is not advised not to use this type of pet dryer if your pet is very sensitive. Also, do not direct the dryer to sensitive parts of the body, namely the orifices, eyes, and ears.
If you’re looking for an excellent pet dryer to help your dog or cat keep as dry as possible (which might be a requirement if it’s currently wet season by the time you’re reading this), then here’s a list of models you might be interested in checking out.
Go Pet Club Dog and Cat Pet Grooming Hair Dryer
The Go Pet Club Dog and Cat Pet Grooming Hair Dryer has a 2-speed construction, and it features two adjustable temperature controls. It delivers a power of 2,400-watts, and it needs a power source of 110-volts. The air speed coming out of it is 25 M/S to 50 M/S, and the temperature can go from 30 to 70 degrees Celsius. It is only available in one color option, and that is black.
It is a pet groomer designed for professionals and homeowners alike. It is an excellent choice for grooming your pets as it allows a powerful and steady airflow to help your furry friends dry out as quickly as possible. Also, it will save you time as compared to just using a towel. A neat feature for this particular pet dryer is its low noise technology. Hence, you won’t be waking up other members of the household if you decide to bathe Fido early in the morning and dry your furry family member with this dryer.
The machine is also puncture resistant, and it has a double-reinforced flexible hose for added durability. It also gives you great control for its drying prowess.
Andis EasyClip Quiet Aire Dryer, Professional Animal Grooming, QD-1 (75310)
Perhaps the most defining feature of the Andis EasyClip Quiet Aire Dryer, Professional Animal Grooming, QD-1 (75310) is its size. It is a more compact version of the pet dryer as compared to other models on the market. Hence, it can be the perfect companion to have when you take your pet pooch or cat during your travels, and you decide to give them a quick grooming session.
Another thing that’s nice to note about this particular pet dryer is its price. Due to it being compact in nature, it doesn’t have a large heft in its price tag as well. Furthermore, it even has a whisper-quiet operation, so you don’t have to bother other people within the area about loud motor noises. Its included stand can let you display the pet dryer in five different positions. As for the dryer itself, it is made with ceramic/ionic technology to provide fast drying action for your furry friends.
This particular pet dryer has three heat or air speeds. While it doesn’t have much of the bells and whistles found in higher-priced models, it will still do the job for most drying requirements.
Free Paws Pet Grooming Force Hair Dryer
You’re here perusing this list because you’re looking for a quality pet dryer. As such, you should consider getting the Free Paws Pet Grooming Force Hair Dryer. What makes this particular model different from the many others on the market is it lets you change its nozzle. Unlike other dryers that only makes use of one nozzle, you can use multiple types on this unit.
Why is changing the nozzle important when drying your pet’s fur? For instance, if you’re going to use a 7-finger nozzle, it is an ideal choice for small pets, like a kitten or a puppy. It is because this will create temperatures and winds that have a lower pressure as opposed to using other nozzles. Puppies, kittens, and other small animals are known to be scared when they’re being dried with a dryer because of the pressure and heat. With such a nozzle, you can take it easy to let them adjust to the habit of drying.
Flying Simple Dog Cat Pet Force Dryer
The Flying Simple Dog Cat Pet Force Dryer is made for professional pet groomers and homeowners alike. It has a powerful high-velocity brush motor to allow you to save drying time as much as 60% as compared to using other conventional pet dryers on the market. However, do note that it is certainly one of the more expensive models out there, especially when you compare it to low-quality or cheap pet dryers on the market. Nonetheless, you’ll get what you paid for it, and even more.
Aside from its powerful brush motor, it has a 2-speed construction, as well as two heating settings. The motor is suitably quiet, and the entire machine is easy to clean and maintain. One excellent thing to note about this pet dryer is that its filter can be exchanged in a simple manner.
Free Paws High-Power Pet Grooming Hair Dryer
If you want supreme pet drying action, then consider getting the Free Paws High-Power Pet Grooming Hair Dryer. It has an adjustable power output from 400 to 3,000 watts. It also has an adjustable airflow speed, and two temperature settings. It is also designed with three noise-eliminating covers, as well as a noise assimilation sponge is installed into the machine. Hence, you’re going to get a quiet operation with this model, even with the most demanding of pet drying operations.
The standard packaging comes with four different nozzles and a flexible hose. The nozzles have a heat insulation design, and the machine is made with a metal casing that can stand the test of time (provided there’s proper cleaning and maintenance involved, of course). This particular device also has CE safety certification.
Even though this particular pet dryer is considered to be an expensive model as compared to many other pet dryers on the market, you’re going to get good value for this investment. After all, instead of spending hundreds of dollars every time you go to professional groomers, you can just use this powerful device instead.
There are different models of pet dryers out there, and it can be confusing as to which is the best one for you. Pet dryers are mostly used by professional pet groomers, but if you do plan on getting one for yourself, you should consider several factors before you purchase a particular model, such as type, the amount of pressure, wind velocity, size, feature set, and of course, its price. It is recommended to purchase a pet dryer that won’t hurt your budget too much. Stay within the lines of your spending allowance, and you, your dog, cat, or other furry animals you might be keeping as a pet, will all be happy and content with the purchase.

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text: Small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a neuroendocrine tumor type with limited treatment options and poor prognosis. SCLC comprises multiple molecular subtypes that are defined by the expression of the lineage-related transcription factors ASCL1, NEUROD1, POU2F3, and more controversially, YAP1. SCLC exhibits remarkable plasticity with the capacity to transition between molecular states; because these states are associated with unique therapeutic susceptibilities, SCLC has been likened to a moving therapeutic target. While MYC's role in driving the ASCL1-to-NEUROD1 (A-to-N) transition is established, additional mechanisms governing SCLC plasticity remain largely obscure. A recent study by Duplaquet and colleagues, published in Nature Cell Biology, employs an innovative genetically engineered mouse model of SCLC harboring loss of KDM6A—a histone lysine demethylase mutated in approximately 2% of SCLC cases. KDM6A loss in SCLC alters chromatin accessibility and increases the potential for A-to-N plasticity in vivo. Through characterization of the epigenetic landscape, Duplaquet and colleagues identified histone methylation as a key regulator of SCLC plasticity. These findings provide not only a new model system for studying SCLC plasticity, but also identify new epigenetic mechanisms involved, which will ultimately be critical for designing more effective therapies.

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A UK company that announced plans nearly three years ago to build a land-based salmon farm on the former Great Northern Paper Co. mill site in Millinocket has delayed its plans, saying other salmon farm operators have “poisoned the well” for technology.
Aquabanq, a Wyoming-based subsidiary of London-based Aquabanq Management and Holding, said in 2019 that it planned to open its Millinocket operation in 2021 or 2022, and harvest up to 10,000 tonnes of salmon one year by 2025.
At the time, he joined a handful of companies planning land-based aquaculture operations in Maine, including Belfast, Bucksport and Jonesport. Although the companies behind other proposed operations have made progress in obtaining permits, they have not yet started their proposed projects.
Salmon isn’t off the table for Aquabanq, but the company is now also looking to farm shrimp in Millinocket, CEO AJ Shapiro said. IntraFish, a trade fishing publication, reported for the first time on the Aquabanq delay in August.
“Maine remains on the map for 2023 or 2024,” Shapiro said. In the meantime, however, the company plans to shift to shrimp farming, citing “less bureaucracy” and faster harvest time compared to salmon.
A spokesperson for Aquabanq said the company’s shrimp farm would use “zero release” technology, meaning it would not release water or other liquids into the environment. As a result, the operation would not require a pollutant discharge permit.
Wild shrimp have been off limits to Maine anglers for seven years, with regulators in December extending the moratorium in the Gulf of Maine for another three years.
Sean DeWitt, president of the nonprofit Our Katahdin, which owns the Millinocket plant site, said he was unable to comment on the current nature of the group’s relationship with Aquabanq, citing a non-disclosure agreement that applied to dormant projects.
However, DeWitt said, his group is actively seeking aquaculture business tenants. The group has already signed a lease with a California company that plans to bring a $300 million data center to the property.
“Aquaculture remains a key priority for us because the site is so well suited for it, given affordable renewable energy, freshwater resources and abundant land,” DeWitt said.
Shapiro blamed “investor nervousness” toward salmon farming for the decision to postpone Aquabanq’s Millinocket plans.
“The Norwegian land salmon operators poisoned the well very effectively,” he said.
Atlantic Sapphire, a company founded in Norway, lost 1.1 million salmon on his Miami farm last March due to what the company called “design weaknesswith its supplier of recirculating aquaculture systems. The company already lost 200,000 salmon in the same establishment in July 2020.
Another Norwegian company, Nordic Aquafarms, is trying to start building one of the world’s largest land-based salmon farms in Belfast, but its proposal has been met with fierce opposition, its ability to place intake pipes and d evacuation in Penobscot Bay being challenged in court. .
Shapiro did not name any companies in his statement.
“Now everyone thinks Salmon RAS technology isn’t ready for prime time,” Shapiro said. “This is, of course, pure nonsense, but it is what it is and the market may need time to ‘cool down’.”
Maine Department of Environmental Protection Assistant Commissioner David Madore said Aquabanq has no permit applications on file with the state agency.


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ARLINGTON, TEXAS—Major League Baseball has widened its investigation of alleged sign stealing by the Houston Astros and will probe activity by the team over the past three seasons.
After the conclusion of owners meetings Thursday, baseball commissioner Rob Manfred said MLB will “investigate the Astros situation as thoroughly as humanly possible.” The probe includes the team’s firing of assistant general manager Brandon Taubman during the World Series for clubhouse comments directed at female reporters, behaviour the club at first accused Sports Illustrated of fabricating.
“That investigation is going to encompass not only what we know about ’17, but also ’18 and ’19,” Manfred said. “To the extent we are talking to people all over the industry, former employees, competitors, whatever, to the extent that we find other leads, we’re going to follow these leads.”
Manfred has said for now the Astros are the only team being investigated for cheating allegations.
“Our clubs, all 30 of them, recognize that the integrity of the competition on the field is crucial to what we do every day,” he said. “I think that there’s wide support across the industry for the idea that when we have a problem in this area, there should be firm, serious disciplinary action that discourages people from engaging in this type of behaviour.”
In other issues:
- Owners supported Manfred in a proposal to require a three-batter minimum for pitchers, a rule MLB has the right to change for 2021 even without the union’s agreement.
- John Sherman was approved as the new controlling owner of the Kansas City Royals, and his group plans to close its deal to purchase the last-place team from David Glass and his family next week. The proposed sale was announced Aug. 30 and was expected to be worth about $1 billion (U.S.).
- Manfred detailed how MLB arrived at its initial proposal to drop 42 minor league teams from their current circuits for the 2021 season as part of a new Professional Baseball Agreement with the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues: “We have facilities — and I can show you pictures if you want to see — that are simply not appropriate for professional baseball players.” MLB wants fewer prospects and higher salaries and “suggested to them that maybe we were drafting and signing players who don’t have a realistic opportunity to become major leaguers.”


City makes new administrative hire
Rob Richardson had been interning with the city for several months in 2017
CANANDAIGUA — Rob Richardson’s opportunity came at a conference last year.
Richardson bumped into City Manager John Goodwin and picked his brain about government and the issues facing it. He made an impression, because when an opportunity to intern at City Hall opened up, Goodwin gave Richardson a call.
Now, Richardson, who had been with the city since the summer, is assistant city manager, after members of City Council on Jan. 2 appointed him to the position.
“Overall, I feel fortunate and blessed to be part of Canandaigua and joining its community,” Richardson said. “It’s a special place.”
Richardson most recently had been working at the YMCA, where he was for nearly nine years. But, he said he was growing restless in his career.
Government had been an interest of his since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, led him to study politics and government in college after graduating from Harley Allendale Columbia in Rochester. And so recently he began working on his master’s degree in public administration, earning it from SUNY Brockport.
His time with the city has been exciting and a challenge, he said. Managing services and the costs to provide them is like a puzzle that changes every year, he said.
“It’s always going to evolve,” Richardson said. “It’s always going to be fascinating.”
Richardson is doing a good job and is a great fit, said Goodwin, who was assistant city manager before he was named to his current role in July.
“He picks up on things quickly and does what needs to be done,” Goodwin said.
Richardson is assistant boys varsity soccer coach at his alma mater and next season will be his 13th, although he has sacrificed coaching other sports because of work and family.
“I love soccer,” Richardson said. “It’s been a big part of my life.”
Richardson, a Rochester native, and his wife, Bethany, are in the processing of moving to Canandaigua from their Irondequoit home. And they are expecting their first child in about four weeks.
The last few months have been a whirlwind and a lot of learning about city government and community, he said.
“I’m thrilled to be here,” he said. “It sounds corny, but it’s 100 percent true.”


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I’ve heard the answer a hundred times. There have been times in my life when I have even found myself repeating it to friends and acquaintances when I get the question, “Why did God not answer when I prayed to Him?”
The answer to this question can roll out of my mouth without my even having to think about it, “Well, sometimes God’s answer to our prayers is ‘Yes.’ Other times the answer is ‘No.’ And then very often His answer is ‘Wait.’
This answer seems to be the catch-all. From this I can easily turn to stories in the Bible in which God chose to answer prayers in these three ways. My parents and seminary professors would be quite proud of my ability to use Scripture to answer this question.
I slept through every one of my Dad’s Sunday night sermons until I was 12 years old. I was in my third trimester of pregnancy when I took preaching lab in seminary and spent more time trying to get comfortable sitting in my desk than listening to the professor. Still, I could probably throw together a pretty decent sermon on this topic in less than an hour.
Being able to have a conversation or write a sermon about this question is one thing. To live in faith believing the Biblical truths that answer this question is quite another.
It was June 20th. The date our family had looked forward to with both hope and fear. On June 20th, 2011 my sister Monta was scheduled to have heart surgery to receive a new valve. Monta was born with a heart defect and her life is nothing short of a miracle. As a child, she endured two heart surgeries and is among the first generation of survivors of childhood heart surgeries.
Though modern medicine makes open heart surgery seem almost routine, there is nothing routine when it is your loved one who is on the operating table.
On June 20th there were literally thousands of people all over the world praying prayers of healing for Monta’s heart. Though I battled thoughts and fears for months before the surgery, as I waited in that hospital waiting room I had an unexplainable peace that everything was going to be okay.
Monta was not the only one that I was praying for that day. Thirty miles away in another hospital, my best friend’s mom, Pam, was undergoing a surgery where the doctor would be investigating a mass in her abdomen.
My best friend Jessica and I spent the morning of June 20th texting each other with surgery updates. I will never forget the final update I received from Jessica.
I had just gotten into the ICU room where I was getting to see Monta for the very first time after the surgery. My eyes were filled with tears of joy and thanksgiving as I patted my sister’s arm. Though her body required a ventilator to breathe, and she was swollen almost beyond recognition, doctors were fully confident that the surgery had been a success and that in a few months, Monta would feel better than she ever had before.
As I was standing there in awe of how God had answered my prayers, I felt a vibration of an incoming text. I looked down and saw these word, “Well, it is not good.”
I remember taking a deep breath, kissing my sister’s forehead and then walking out of the room so that I could read the rest of the text in privacy.
Jessica’s text went on to explain that the mass in Pam’s abdomen was indeed cancer. The tumor was larger than the doctor had thought, and they were unable to remove it because of its size.
At that moment I experienced the most drastic change in emotion that I believe I have ever experienced. Immediately the questions flooded my head. “How could the same people be praying the same prayers of healing and there be two very different results?”
Knowing that my sister was stabilized, I immediately left the waiting room where everyone was hugging and smiling from the joy of a successful surgery, and I hopped in my car to drive to the other waiting room thirty miles away.
In that waiting room was a family that had been utterly devastated with bad news. Pam, their beloved mother, sister, wife and friend was going to have to face yet another battle with cancer. And from what the doctors reported, this battle looked to be much fiercer than the one Pam had victoriously overcome just the year before.
I will never forget how my faith was challenged that day in that waiting room. My heart should have been rejoicing and praising God over my sister. Yet, as I sat there next to my best friend, uttering words of praise to God did not seem appropriate.
It has been five months since that day. In those five months, I have done a lot of soul-searching. My prayers have been filled with many questions. Questions I know may not ever be answered here on earth.
This past week I found myself in that waiting room again. . .the very same waiting room that I spent six hours in back in June waiting on the report of my sister’s heart surgery. After months of investigation to determine the origin of the cancer and chemo treatment to reduce the tumor size, surgeons were once again going to attempt to remove the tumor in Pam.
Just as I had prior to my sister’s surgery, I had offered up countless prayers of healing for Pam. Many days in the past five months were spent fasting for God to perform a miracle in Pam’s body.
In the past five months, my mind often turned to the stories I know where God’s answer to prayers of physical healing or protection was, “No.” I hear these stories all the time.
The young mom who died of cancer and left behind small children, even though churches had held prayer vigils pleading for God to spare her life. The teenager who didn’t survive the injuries of a car wreck despite the fact that his mother had prayed diligently for God to keep him safe while he was driving. The soldier whose life was cut short even while his wife on the other side of the world had prayed prayers of protection for him every night before she went to bed.
In the past five months, I have spent a lot of time wondering about the difference my prayers make in God’s answer being ‘yes,’ ‘no,’ or ‘wait.’ This is one of those tough theological issues we must grapple with if we place our faith in the God of the Bible. For me it is right up there with the question ‘Who created God?’
In my life God has answered my prayers in all three ways. By far I believe the most difficult one of the answers for me to accept with joy is ‘wait.’
‘Wait.’ Wait has been the answer to prayers for Pam for the past five months. Then this past Thursday following surgery, Pam and her loved ones were once again put in a position of waiting on the Lord’s answer. Following an eight-hour surgery where doctors were able to successfully remove the tumor from Pam, the surgeon commented that only time will tell if the surgery is enough for Pam.
The reality of life here on earth is that at some point here on earth each of us will be forced to look the reality of death in the face. We are all mortal beings and at some point even the most powerful medicine and the most acclaimed surgeon will not be ‘enough’ for us.
There are times when physical healing comes in an instant. At times, God does indeed answer the prayer of healing in a way that medical science cannot explain. At times in life we are forced to wait on God’s answer to our prayers of physical healing and see if medicine will be ‘enough’ to heal our mortal bodies.
Pam’s surgeon was wrong. We do not even have to wait to see if the surgery is enough. Time and medical science is NEVER enough. Only the grace of Jehovah Rapha, the God who heals, is enough to bring ultimate healing to our bodies that are daily wasting away.
It is during the times that the answer to our prayers is ‘no’ or ‘wait’ that God draws us closer to Him. In the Bible the apostle Paul writes.
2 Corinthians 12:8-10
Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.
God’s grace is sufficient. Whether the answer to our prayer is ‘yes,’ ‘no,’ or ‘wait.’ God’s grace is enough.

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Silverlens Gallery, Makati City
Ongoing until July 2
In his latest solo exhibition, visual artist Johann Espiritu cracks open his bank of memories to present images that explore the past—its meaning and importance. He cuts and pastes Instax and giclee prints, super-imposes them until they make sense, and finally shows them to the public.
The lawyer-artist presents his random bits to unburden himself from never forgetting. Each piece on display tackles a part of his past which is brought to a reconstituted future. According to Espiritu, putting together these images has become, in itself, the experience and the real hard-copy.
Visit www.silverlensgalleries.com to know more about this ongoing exhibit.
Property of Space
Artery Art Space, Quezon City
Ongoing until July 9
Dramatizing the tensions that create space, Marc Gaba exhibits his current series of multi-media artworks. The premise of the exhibit is anchored on the ubiquitous No Parking sign which was photographed at night to conceptualize absence as a deictic marker.
Moreover, the paintings, video installation and a downloadable book of photographs abstractly reference the Occupy movement and the unfinished territorial dispute on the Spratly Islands—in a bid to use art as political critique on social reality.
For inquiries and more details on this show, call (02) 725-2837 or send an email to [email protected].
Poetry Writing Workshop
Ayala Museum, Makati City
June 22, 29, July 6 and 13; 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Curious about what goes into writing poetry besides rhyme, meter and poetic license? University of the Philippines Diliman professor Conchitina Cruz is facilitating a three-day workshop that will be discussed as a way of thinking exercise and eventually executed on page.
During the class, questions such as “Why does a poem appear the way it does on a page?” “Why are sentences cut into lines?” and “Why are the pages filled with words or kept almost empty?” Participants will explore the wide scope of poetry writing, and produce at least two poem drafts and one revision as outputs.
The P6,750 workshop fee is inclusive of materials, handouts, snacks, certificate, one-day free admission to the museum and one-day free access to the library. Call Marj at (02) 759-8288 local 25 or email vi[email protected] for inquiries and more details.
Paper Art Workshop
Ayala Museum, Makati City
June 25; 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Learn about the intricate art form of paper cutting in this one-day workshop headed by JV Calanoc. The practice of paper cutting originated in China in the second century and eventually branched out to various parts of the world.
Participants will be able to harness their ability to construct their own paper cut designs using elegant shapes and patterns and to handle paper in a non-conventional manner. Paper has the ability to transform the perspective of its audience and, if manipulated in a specific way, can play with light and depth.
Workshop fee ranges from P3,150 to P3,500. For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 759-8288 local 35 or email [email protected].
Heart to HeART
Ground Floor Lobby, Ayala Museum, Makati City
June 26, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
As part of Ayala Museum and Rotary Club Makati-West’s fundraising initiative dubbed Art Beat, dynamic husband-and-wife duo Elmer Borlongan and Plet Bolipata will share stories about their artistic and romantic relationship, CASA San Miguel, the Museum of Community Heritage and how the latter gives back to the people of San Antonio, Zambales.
Hosted by Julius and Tintin Babao, the talk sets the stage for a series of more intimate conversations between artists and creative professionals on their love for art, passion projects and causes close to their heart.
Admission to this talk is through a minimum donation of P800 to Art Beat. Call (02) 759-8288 local 35 or email [email protected].


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“melanated“. Pertaining to a distinct chemical called “melanin” that gives a vast amount of the global population their pigmentation. The Pineal gland is an organ that is found at the center of the brain. The Pineal gland is an organ that is found at the center of the brain. This gland has been referred to as the Inner eye, 3rd eye, or 1st eye and is approximately the size of a single kernel of corn on average and is controlled by the Sun. The Pineal gland is responsible for producing and secreting two melanin derivative hormones: Serotonin & Melatonin. Serotonin is secreted during the daylight hours. Melatonin is secreted in night time hours. These hormones work inversely.
Global Melonation looks at racism, bigotry and prejudice among ethnic groups to find the root cause of misunderstandings and shortcomings of many individuals.


Come and join us for a talk by Ron Prescott Naturopath on breathing related conditions
In the year prior to June 2017, the NHS spent approximately £569 million on prescriptions for medicines that can be purchased over the counter from pharmacies or supermarkets
Cervical Screening can save lives
Minutes from the PRG Meeting on 01.11.17 are now available.
Walsall residents will be able to benefit from extra GP appointments from Saturday, December 23, 2017.
Patient Access lets you use the online services which include booking appointments and much more!!
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Stablecoin issuer USDT to clients, a move that comes nearly a year after the company had announced its intention to discontinue offering collateralized loans in 2023.has resumed providing new loans denominated in
The revelation comes from the company's latest quarterly financial update, which indicates an increase in USDT-denominated loans. As of June 30, the report showed assets that included $5.5 billion in loans, up from $5.3 billion in the previous quarter.
The Wall Street Journal earlier today cited Tether spokesperson Alex Welch, who confirmed that the company has indeed extended new loans during the second quarter of 2023.
"We received a few short-term loan requests from clients with whom we have cultivated longstanding relationships, and we made the decision to accommodate these requests." Welch explained.
According to Welch, there were two primary reasons for the loans: the first was to prevent any depletion of customer liquidity, ensuring that clients could continue their operations without facing liquidity constraints; the second reason was to assist clients so they wouldn't have to sell their collateral at potentially unfavorable prices.
However, Tether's move to resume lending the USDT announcement from the company late last year.contrasts with an
In December 2022, the company had declared its intention to reduce secured loans in USDT reserves to zero throughout 2023. The statement was made in the wake of the collapse of crypto crypto exchange FTX, and was aimed at restoring trust in the market.
Tether hits back at "tabloid-style reporting"
Along with Welch’s comments to the WSJ, Tether responded to the report regarding its decision to resume stablecoin lending activities in a separate blog post, defending its actions.
“The banking industry is facing significant challenges and has proven incapable of keeping up with evolving global financial markets, something the Wall Street Journal has disregarded countless times in pursuit of tarnishing the reputation of true innovators like Tether,” said the company.
According to Tether, which operates out of the British Virgin Islands, traditional financial institutions are failing to meet the requirements of their customers in a manner that can be detrimental to a thriving economy and “few have taken the time to examine this further.”
“Rather they are spending time scrutinizing Tether, who, in the interest of its customers, has accrued more than $3.3 billion in excess reserves to effectively reduce secure loan exposure as net result,” asserted the company.
Challenges Plague Banking Industry as Tether Demonstrates Strength and Commitment to High Quality Principles Amidst Scrutiny from WSJ
Read more: https://t.co/lMLW5nQstl
— Tether (@Tether_to) September 21, 2023
Tether also highlighted that it has accumulated more than $3.3 billion in excess reserves, saying that “anyone with a minimum understanding of financial markets would see that [the company] is in all effects offsetting the secured loans and retaining such profits within the company balance sheet.”
The company added that it is “still committed to removing the secured loans from its reserves.”
Additionally, Tether projected a substantial yearly profit of $4 billion, stating that this high level of profitability and its substantial reserves are effectively mitigating the impact of secured loans, allowing it to maintain a healthy balance sheet.
“This demonstrates the need for a more nuanced understanding of how stablecoins function and dispels any misconceptions regarding Tether's security,” said Tether. “Or one might wonder if this is merely an attempt to manipulate tabloid-style reporting to appease their ‘friends’ entrenched in the old guard.”
This isn’t the first time that the WSJ has cast doubt on Tether's ability to meet redemption requests during times of financial stress. In December 2022, the paper published a report expressing concerns about both Tether's products and the claims that the loans were not fully supported by collateral.
Tether didn’t immediately respond to Decrypt’s request for additional comments on the matter.
In a separate development today, Tether has announced it is “expanding its reach beyond fintech” with a strategic investment in Northern Data Group, a Germany-based provider for data center and cloud environment services. Through this partnership, the two companies will collaborate on artificial intelligence (AI), communication and data storage initiatives.

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Donald Trump was elected the 45th president of the United States on Tuesday. Those are words we hoped never to write. But Trump shocked the pollsters, riding a wave propelled in part by rural and Rust Belt voters who felt the political establishment had cast them aside. While Trump might not have done the same for his rival, Hillary Clinton, had she won, all Americans must accept the voters’ judgment, and work for the best possible outcome for our country and the world.
What does that mean in practice? First, to hope that Trump will be a better president than we fear, and to support him when he does the right thing. Trump will soon command a sprawling federal bureaucracy, sophisticated law enforcement and intelligence agencies, and the world’s most powerful military. We have every wish that he will understand that the U.S. system of government is not for or about one person. He alone cannot fix it. The powers of the Oval Office do not exist to punish his enemies, about which he mused as the campaign drew to a close, according to a recent New York Times article.


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Lifelong friend of EBC BethDunn and tweep Melissa have started a new blog project to celebrate, communally, the works of the Bronte Sisters. I'll let Beth explain her rationale in her own words:
It is my secret hope that we can expand the theme, make it a true tour of the glories of the Sisters Bronte, and move on from Jane Eyre to Wuthering Heights, to enjoy Heathcliff’s sullen and vengeful brooding… and perhaps end the trip in a prolonged visit to Wildfell Hall to complete the cycle.
For although I love Jane Austen dearly, I often feel like the Bronte sisters get the short end of the stick. All this Darcying about and Colonel-Brandoning it up is quite well and good, but sometimes a girl just wants some dark and brooding moorland action to soothe her soul.
Time to add them to your RSS readers! I'll be participating at some point be re-reading The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and watching the BBC version.


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Barrick Gold Corp (TSE:ABX) (NYSE:ABX) Director Pablo Marcet acquired 2,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, December 15th. The shares were bought at an average price of C$14.10 per share, with a total value of C$35,250.00.
Barrick Gold Corp (TSE ABX) opened at C$18.36 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of $21,410.00, a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.85 and a beta of -0.88. Barrick Gold Corp has a 52 week low of C$17.07 and a 52 week high of C$27.19.
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, December 15th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, November 30th were paid a dividend of $0.037 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, November 29th. This represents a $0.15 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.81%. This is a positive change from Barrick Gold’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.03. Barrick Gold’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 4.70%.
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Barrick Gold Corporation (Barrick) is a gold mining company. The Company is principally engaged in the production and sale of gold and copper, as well as related activities, such as exploration and mine development. The Company’s segments include Goldstrike, Cortez, Pueblo Viejo, Lagunas Norte, Veladero, Turquoise Ridge, Acacia Mining plc (Acacia), Pascua-Lama and Other Mines.
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Portsmouth captain Aaron Mokoena has confirmed he is set to sign a new deal with the club. A deal has been reached, with 29-year-old Mokoena who is poised to put pen to paper on a reported three-year contract.
The South African defender told The News: "I've made my decision I want to stay.
"I just want to be loyal, which is what I always do.
"I'm loving it here. The people are so genuine and the fans are just fantastic.
"It is 99-per-cent done. The personal stuff is all sorted - I'm just waiting now for the chief executive to sign it off."


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Gwen Necklace - Gold
The Gwen Necklace by Jolie & Deen is a delicate style with hanging bar pendant. It's an elegant addition to take you from day to night.
- Sterling Silver 925 base with extra thick 18k 1 micron gold plating
- Cubic Zirconias
- Pendant width 1.5 cm
- Chain length 40cm plus 5cm extension chain


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Choco is an awesome male puppy from our Trixie x Rafiki litter. He has an exceptional temperament and growing up nicely. His dad is a lean 175 pounds and his mom is a big boned 145 pounds. Choco is an excellent combination of both of his parents. He does well with other dogs and has a cool personality. Give me a call or email me anytime to discuss Choco.
red fawn Frenchie. for more info text or call 8-3-2-7-0-1-7-7-4-6
black mask Frenchie. I paid for him 2500 but sadly cannot take care of him anymore. if you want more info text or call 8-3-2-7-0-1-7-7-4-6 my name is Juan David
Grourgious, very lively, playful, kids and fullgrown friendly. Very great with other dogs, hyper allergenic. Health certificate, good health guarantee, puppy vaccine and deworming up to date. Shipping available for an additional charge. Please call or text xxx-xxx-xxxx. If your ready to buy a puppy.
Casper's lilac,solid white coat and bright blue eyes him an instant attraction anywhere he goes. His calm personality and his yearning for love make him the perfect puppy for you! This little boy is going to be small in size, Sir weighs 18 pounds and is blue fawn out of 2 blue dogs. Dam weighs 24 pounds and is Blue. Casper will be the perfect addition to have in your home... Sir and Dam picture...
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Meet Panda, his charming personality will make anyone go crazy for him, He loves to play and LOVES all the attention! Once you get a hold of him you will not want to give him back, you'll fall in love instantly. This little boy is going to be small in size, Sir weighs 18 pounds and is blue fawn out of 2 blue dogs. Dam weighs 24 pounds and is Blue. Panda will be the perfect addition to have in y...
Meet Diesel, this little boy is unique in his own way, his amazing lilac coat markings make him stand out even MORE! His spunky personality and eagerness to please make him your perfect puppy ! This little boy is going to be small in size, Sir weighs 18 pounds and is blue fawn out of 2 blue dogs. Dam weighs 24 pounds and is Blue. Diesel will be the perfect addition to have in your home... Sir a...
This attractive boy is Miguel, he from a litter of two biewers. He is shy at 1st but is a total sweetheart! His mom weighs five pounds and his dad weighs 3.5 lbs. He will be sold as "pet only". Serious inquires only! Nanny service is available.
Please contact me for more information.
Exquisite tea cup puppy 2.5 mnth , cream color , with micro chip . Very active and smart girl looking for a family. She has square body , good shiny coat . Teddy bear face and small ears .Nappy trained . Cal or Textxxx-xxx-xxxx
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Lovely rare black mini poodle, she is a stunning , very lively, super adorable, playful, and lots of puppy kisses. Comes with health certificate, good health guarantee, puppy vaccines and deworming up to date.
Gizmo Czech import pink documents from 1 the best kennel in Czech republic training in obedience and protection work only a year old
T cup baby face morkie, weight 2 pounds. Health certificate,good health guarantee,puppy vaccine and deworming up to date. We ship within the united state. For more info serious buyer call, or text xxx-xxx-xxxx
Piebald pup. Mom on premises, I have pics of parents together. I'm looking for a loving home for my pups.
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Hi, I’m Chris. I’ve been actively Pet Sitting for two years now. But this isn’t my first go-around keeping pets happy; in 2006 I worked for a local pet lodge as a Daycare & Pet Attendant.
I’ve been a pet-lover all my life; as a child we had a Jack Russell Terrier that I used to run around the backyard with. Since adulthood, Jessica and I have always had pets. We started with a Bearded Dragon, then tried our hand in fostering. Once we foster failed with Lacey and had to move on from continuous fostering, we added a cat and snakes to our family. Since then
we have had more lizards, water turtles, fish, more dogs and more cats.
When I’m not hanging out with your pets or mine, I love to add places and adventures to my bucket list. Jessica and I love to travel and use our lifestyle club benefits as much as we can! My favorite and most relaxing past-time is video gaming – whether it is on my phone or my X-Box, it is what is my ultimate relaxation!
Other than pet sitting, I work as an Uber Driver and even have some private airport transfers that I book from time to time!


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Samarium cobalt magnets, also known as SmCo magnets, are a type of rare earth permanent magnet made from an alloy of samarium and cobalt. They are highly valued for their strong magnetic properties and durability, making them useful in a wide range of applications. In this article, we will explore the many uses of SmCo magnets and answer some frequently asked questions about these fascinating materials.
What Makes Samarium Cobalt Magnets So Special?
One of the key advantages of samarium cobalt magnets is their strength. Unlike traditional ferrite or alnico magnets, rare earth magnets like samarium cobalt can generate much higher magnetic fields. This makes them ideal for applications where a strong magnetic force is required, such as in electric motors and generators.
Sm Co magnets are also known for their resistance to demagnetization, making them ideal for applications where the magnetic field must be maintained over a long period of time. They are also highly temperature-resistant, making them suitable for use in high-temperature environments.
Are Samarium Cobalt Magnets Stronger Than Neodymium?
Neodymium magnets are another type of rare earth permanent magnet that is often compared to samarium cobalt magnets. Both materials have very high magnetic strengths, but there are some key differences between the two.
In terms of magnetic strength, neodymium magnets are generally considered to be stronger than samarium cobalt magnets. However, SMCo magnets are more temperature-resistant and less prone to losing their magnetic field over time.
Are Samarium Cobalt Magnets Strong?
Yes, samarium cobalt magnets are considered to be very strong. In fact, they are among the strongest permanent magnets in the world. This makes them ideal for a wide range of applications where a strong magnetic field is required, such as in electric motors, generators, and MRI machines.
What is the Strongest Permanent Magnet?
The title of “strongest permanent magnet” is often given to neodymium magnets. However, it’s important to note that the definition of “strongest” can vary depending on the application and specific requirements. In some cases, a samarium cobalt magnet may be a better choice than a neodymium magnet due to its higher temperature resistance and greater resistance to demagnetization.
What are the Strongest Magnets in the World?
When it comes to the strongest magnets in the world, rare earth magnets like neodymium and samarium cobalt are at the top of the list. These materials are able to generate much higher magnetic fields than traditional ferrite or alnico magnets, making them ideal for a wide range of applications.
Uses of Samarium Cobalt Magnets
Electric Motors and Generators: Samarium cobalt magnets are often used in the production of electric motors and generators due to their high magnetic strength and resistance to demagnetization.
MRI Machines: The strong magnetic field generated by SmCo magnets makes them ideal for use in medical imaging devices like MRI machines.
Sensors: Samarium cobalt magnets are used in a variety of sensors, including magnetic field sensors, position sensors, and speed sensors.
Wind Turbines: The high magnetic strength of samarium cobalt magnets makes them ideal for use in wind turbines, where they help to generate electricity.
Aerospace and Defense: SmCo magnets are used in a variety of aerospace and defense applications due to their high temperature resistance and durability. They are commonly used in satellite systems, missile guidance systems, and aircraft navigation systems.
Consumer Electronics: Samarium cobalt magnets are often used in consumer electronics, such as speakers, headphones, and earbuds, due to their high magnetic strength and ability to generate a strong magnetic field.
Renewable Energy: SmCo magnets are used in a variety of renewable energy systems, including wind turbines, hydroelectric generators, and tidal energy systems.
Automotive: Samarium cobalt magnets are used in a variety of automotive applications, including electric and hybrid vehicles, where they help to generate and store electrical energy.
Industrial: SmCo magnets are widely used in industrial applications due to their high magnetic strength and durability. They are often used in metal separation, magnetic lifting, and material handling.
Samarium cobalt magnets are a highly versatile and useful material with a wide range of applications in various industries. If you are interested in learning more about the uses of SmCo magnets, or need assistance selecting the right magnet for your application, we recommend contacting a specialist in the field for further information and support.

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TAIPEI — Israeli director Nadav Lapid's second feature, "The Kindergarten Teacher," won the Grand Prize and $20,000 at the new talent competition of the Taipei Film Festival. Portraying a special…
English-language TV gets reshuffle in India as Hollywood expands its foothold.
With "Hollywood Adventures", Taiwan-born Justin Lin has returned to his roots in Asia for the first film since the "Fast & Furious" series.
Japan's Sony Corp is to raise a total of $3.58 billion (JPY440 billion) from a share and bond offering.
“This is like a film that’s started shooting before the script’s finished,” exclaims one protagonist in “Hollywood Adventures.” He pretty much sums up this scattergun action-comedy helmed by Timothy…
With Hollywood courting Chinese capital, conglomerate Fosun Intl., the largest stakeholder in Jeff Robinov's Studio 8, is looking to oblige — but on its own terms. Fosun, which also owns more than…
A new film production center featuring three stages will open in Busan, the Korean city that styles itself as the hub of Asian cinema.
India's Hindi-language general entertainment channel Star Plus has acquired remake rights to hit sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond".
Alibaba Pictures, the movie division of Jack Ma’s Chinese e-commerce giant, is to invest in Paramount Pictures’ “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.” The move represents Alibaba Pictures’ first…
John De Mol's Dutch powerhouse Talpa and Chinese online giant Tencent have joined forces on their first reality format "The 15 of Us."
"Jurassic World" remained on top of the Korean box office, accounting for 45% of total nationwide revenue.

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6 medium skinless, boneless chicken breasts1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup water 1 cup chopped onions 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper 1/4 cup garlic 2 bay leaves 1/2 tsp chopped basil 1/2 tsp thyme 1 cup diced tomatoes 1/2 cup tomato sauce 2 tbsp diced jalapenos 6 cups chicken stock 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup sliced green onions 1/2 cup chopped parsley hot sauce to taste cayenne peper, salt & pepper to taste 6 cups cooked white rice
Sprinkle flour in a deep saute pan. Brown over medium heat, stirring constantly. Do not scorch ( if brown specks appear, discard and start over) Set aside. Spray pan with cooking spray. Saute onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, basil and thyme until wilted. Mix the brown flour with 1/2 cup water until smooth. Add sauteed vegetables, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and jalapenos and continue to cook an additional 5-6 minutes. Place chicken into a two-gallon sauce pot, add sauce over chicken, coating all pieces. Add 3 cups of chicken stock, stirring constantly until well blended. Add remaining chicken stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes. Add mushrooms, green onions and parsley. Season to taste with cayenne pepper, hot sauce, salt & pepper. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender and sauce is thickened.( Approximately 20-30 minutes) Remove bay leaves and serve over cooked white rice.
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Phillip Van Dyke (born June 13, 1984) is a former American actor best known for his role as the goblin Luke in the first two installments of Disney's Halloweentown film series and Arnold in seasons two and three of Nickelodeon's Hey Arnold!.
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June 13, 1984|
San Francisco, California, U.S.
|Residence||Moorpark, California, U.S.|
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Jennifer (m. late 2009)
He had a role in the short-lived series The Home Court. He appeared once in a guest role in Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. He also had the title role in the short-lived Nickelodeon series Noah Knows Best. He also appeared as the sixteen-year-old Christopher Hayden on the show Gilmore Girls in the season three episode titled Dear Emily and Richard. Phillip also made an appearance on The Amanda Show. He became the voice of the lead character Arnold in the second season of Hey Arnold!, replacing Lane Toran after his voice changed. While he would be replaced by Spencer Klein after the third season for the same reason, he later made one-shot appearances as Sandy in the special Summer Love and more famously, Ludwig in the episode New Bully on the Block.
- Hey Arnold! – Arnold (season 2–3 (1997–1999)), Sandy (season 5 (2000)), Ludwig (season 5 (2000))
- Halloweentown – Luke, age 14
- Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge – Luke, age 17
- Gilmore Girls – Young Christopher Hayden
- Safety Patrol – Kent
- The Amanda Show (1 episode) – Himself
- Bartok the Magnificent – Prince Ivan
- Noah Knows Best – Noah
- Sliders – Young Quinn Mallory
- Elite Corporate Services-The Last Stand – Himself


When it comes to sweaters — that’s hockey for “jersey” — there’s none better than the Blackhawks.
Of course, we already knew that here in Chicago, where Blackhawks sweaters have been a fashion staple for years, but now a new poll of NHL players confirms it’s more than just a local preference.
NHL.com surveyed 61 current players on their favorite sweaters, and the Blackhawks won convincingly with 17 first-place votes. The Maple Leafs finished a distant second with five votes. No other teams received more than three votes.
“Growing up I had Colorado and Detroit, my two favorite teams, but Chicago is (a) pretty good (jersey),” Penguins...


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