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As early as a few decades ago, energy deregulation was unheard of. Electricity and natural gas companies had formed natural monopolies in each state, where they controlled both the power generation and the distribution channels for energy delivery. This meant that consumers were stuck receiving their energy from the only source available at the price it was offered. The introduction of energy deregulation has given the power of choice back to the consumers.
Energy deregulation is the breaking up of these natural monopolies by removing or reducing any state regulations with the intent that it will lead to an increased level of competitiveness and therefore provide higher productivity, better efficiency, and lower prices overall. It is used to introduce competition into the energy market. Because it introduces competition, it gives consumers the option to decide from whom they want to buy their electrical power. Traditionally, consumers tend to like options when they are spending their money.
Deregulation of energy is a state issue. As such, the ways in which it is handled vary from state to state. Some states have written legislation and have implemented full energy deregulation for both electric and natural gas. While other states have begun deregulation and may be only partially deregulated. Still other states have failed to embrace the idea and have not begun to implement any kind of deregulation at this time.
One example of energy deregulation is in California. Not only do consumers have the choice between companies but they also can choose between the types of companies they want to do business with. Investor owned, local publicly-owned, and independent electric service providers are all available in California. In Pennsylvania deregulation, which was enacted in 1998, has been widely successful. More than eleven percent of taxpayers have taken advantage of deregulation as reported by The Washington Post. In Philadelphia consumers were seeing an average savings of about $10 per month.
There are a number of pros to energy deregulation. It gives consumers the ability to choose the provider and the type of company they want to spend their money on. It also gives consumers the ability to consider environmental issues. For example, consumers who are against the use of coal could choose to go with a company that uses wind or hydro power.
Having options provides an additional means of recourse if a consumer is unhappy with their current provider. This tends to force companies to offer better customer service. The alternative is that consumers can simply take their business elsewhere.
Deregulation offers viable options to the issue of national energy security. By decentralizing the power grid through additional options of energy, national security is strengthened. However, this benefit may not be fully realized for a few more decades.
Opposition to deregulation typically involves apprehension and concern that by deregulating energy there will be an increase in environmental pollution and a decrease in environmental quality standards. There is also concern that by constraining monopolies it will force financial uncertainty in the market.
Regardless of individual opinion on energy deregulation it has resulted in consumers becoming more knowledgeable about the energy industry. People know more about electricity generation, transmission, and pricing. This increase in awareness and knowledge has opened the door for increased conversation about energy and energy practices.

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National Surveillance System for Enteric Fever in India (NSSEFI)
|Project Brief||Development and deployment of an active surveillance for enteric fever in children aged less than 15 years, in multiple locations across India. This would help in establishing the burden of enteric fever in India, thus informing the policy decisions on implementation of typhoid vaccination as a part of the universal immunization program in India.|
|Principal Investigator||Dr. Shanta Dutta, Scientist G and Director, ICMR-National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Diseases|
|Project Period||January 2017 – May 2019|
|Funding Details||Christian Medical College, Vellore, which received funding support from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF).
₹ 7.78 crore (~US$ 1,132,768).


When the locals say “I remember when this was all fields” about the site of the Dongfeng Renault Automotive Company’s new manufacturing plant, they aren’t falling prey to a rose-tinted memory.
Little over two years ago, the site of the factory in Wuhan, central China, was 95 hectares of land used for growing vegetables; now it is home to 2000 employees and millions of pounds of machines that are together ramping up production of the Chinese-market Renault Kadjar.
Looking around the massive facility today, it’s difficult to imagine broccoli and snow peas quietly growing here not far from the Yangtze River.
The plant comprises a vehicle assembly plant, a powertrain plant and an R&D centre. Inside its vast halls, noisy machines are stamping panels and parts; some workers are busily guiding chassis down the production line while others are carrying out quality control both on the parts the new machines are producing and the final Kadjars coming off the line.
Progress has been swift with good reason. Hu Xindong, executive vice president of Dongfeng Renault Automotive Company (DRAC), concedes that Dongfeng Renault is “a latecomer to the Chinese market” – the joint-venture was rubber-stamped in December 2013 – and the company needed to be ready quickly in order to capitalise on the huge projected growth of the crossover/SUV market in China. The Kadjar will go on sale in China next month.
The SUV segment accounts for 30% of the Chinese market, some five million vehicles, and is the fastest-growing segment. It increased in size by 53% last year compared to 2014.
Little surprise, then, that when Kadjar production is up and running, the Wuhan plant will turn its attention to gearing up to produce Renault’s D-segment (Nissan X-Trail sized) SUV. The build of that is slated for September and secreted around the factory, covered by dust sheets, are a few test vehicles that are being subjected to research and development work.
Within the R&D centre there is also an electric vehicle lab, because after the factory has begun to sate the Chinese public’s desire for crossovers and SUVs, it will start work on an electric saloon.
Beyond SUVs, this is seen as one of the next big growth segments in the Chinese market. It still has a huge appetite for saloons, but there aren’t many electric options.
With the Chinese government setting an ambitious target of having five million electric and hybrid vehicles on the road by 2020, Dongfeng-Renault sees potential.


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Denim Files: What Is the Best Style of Levi’s For You?
Presented by Levi’s
Levi’s have been around for quite a while (since 1853, actually). They are a global icon filled with rich history and traditions that have made a lasting impression in the world of denim. Levi’s are cut from the best cloth, crafted with expert care, and designed for the long haul. They invented the blue jean and they continue reinventing what it means to wear them.
Nowadays, you can pick up Levi’s denim jeans at leading stores, like Macy’s. But before you buy, you may wonder about fit and style. In order to help you choose the perfect pair, each jean is uniquely marked with a number that represents it’s fit and style. Here, we share everything you need to know about the 508, 511 and 522 series, all which can be found at your local Macy’s store.
508 Series – Regular Taper
We tend to feature raw denim on this site, and often times people struggle with the stiffness and rigid nature of the cotton. The 508’s were made to fix just that. They blend the tapered look and lightweight style with stretchy fabric that allows you to effortlessly move around. This has become a modern favorite, with more room at the thigh and a comfortable leg that gradually tapers from knee to ankle. You can find the 508 in many different styles including the Regular Rigid Envy, Springboard Wash, and Harvest Gold Chino.
511 Series – Slim Fit
The 511 slim has always proven to be a crowd pleaser and our personal favorite. The premium series displays the craftsmanship in building denim jeans. We also tend to favor these jeans because whether you’re riding your motorcycle, traveling, or even working in an office environment, they are the most comfortable jean you can wear. The fit represents the perfect balance between skinny and straight. It’s one of Levi’s slimmest fits, narrowing through the hip and thigh, sitting low on the waist. The series comes in styles such as the Slim Fit Rigid Dragon, Hybrid Trousers, and even in Black 3D.
522 Series – Slim Fit / Taper Mix
The 522 Series is the best of both worlds. A slim fit series that sits right at the waist with tapered legs. (It contains a mix of cotton and elastane for stretching purposes.) Some of the styles in this series come in a pre-stressed denim wash, black canyon rigid and the muse indigo style.
Find all of these styles within one of your local Macy’s stores.

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Just like second-hand smoke, a toxic environment can be a precursor to a variety of illnesses and can even play a role in that runny nose that just won’t seem to quit! Accumulation of toxins over a lifetime of exposure can contribute to much larger health issues which is why there’s no time like now to start reducing your toxic load!
WFH may have been the last thing you wanted to do, but our team members are big fans of remote work. Here is how we are making it through these next few weeks and a ritual to keep mind, body, and immune system in top shape!
From SPF pills to detox teas, we’re saying bye to these weird woo and wellness trends from 2019.
We all know January is the month for reinvesting in our health. So what's your game plan for the new year?
We’ve rounded up some knowledge to give a good grasp at what we will see from Cannabis in 2020, the good and the bud, oops we mean bad.
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On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled that a federal appeals court had improperly vacated the death sentence of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, one of the two brothers convicted of carrying out the 2013 bombing at the Boston Marathon.
The 6-3 ruling fell along ideological lines, with conservative justices in the majority.
The court's ruling overturns an opinion by the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston, which ruled in 2020 that a judge in the case improperly excluded evidence that could have shown that Tsarnaev was influenced by his brother to carry out the attack.
Tsarnaev's guilt in the case is not in question — Tsarnaev admitted his actions, and a jury found him guilty on all 30 counts charged against him.
This story is breaking and will be updated.


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Immigration, extended family reunification and African-Americans
Extended family reunification has been bad for low-skilled Americans, especially African-Americans, who have very little chance to get hired by by nepotistic immigrant entrepreneurs, who would rather import their low-skilled relatives. As you travel about the country, notice how few American blacks work in immigrant-owned businesses versus how many African-Americans work in big national chains (e..g, Hertz, Marriot, Ruby Tuesday, etc.)
Of course, driving African Americans out of New York City and replacing them with more docile immigrants has been long one of the covert reasons for the media enthusiasm for the current immigration arrangement.
Krauthammer Catches Up With VDARE.com
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Cetera Advisors LLC increased its stake in shares of SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF (NYSEARCA:KRE – Free Report) by 53.8% in the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 279,359 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock after buying an additional 97,665 shares during the period. Cetera Advisors LLC owned about 0.38% of SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF worth $11,406,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Barclays PLC increased its stake in shares of SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF by 1,772.5% during the 2nd quarter. Barclays PLC now owns 2,503,449 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock worth $102,216,000 after purchasing an additional 2,653,130 shares during the last quarter. Sculptor Capital LP purchased a new stake in SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF in the first quarter worth $84,199,000. Alaska Permanent Fund Corp bought a new stake in shares of SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF in the second quarter valued at $33,893,000. rhino investment partners Inc bought a new position in shares of SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF during the 1st quarter worth $24,553,000. Finally, Forest Hill Capital LLC purchased a new stake in SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF in the 1st quarter worth about $22,807,000.
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NYSEARCA KRE opened at $45.08 on Thursday. The company has a market cap of $3.34 billion, a PE ratio of 10.19 and a beta of 1.10. SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF has a 52 week low of $34.52 and a 52 week high of $65.32. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $41.50 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $42.43.
SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF Company Profile
SPDR KBW Regional Banking ETF, formerly SPDR S&P Regional Banking ETF, seeks to closely match the returns and characteristics of the S&P Regional Banks Select Industry Index. Its approach is designed to provide portfolios with low portfolio turnover, tracking, and lower costs. As of October 27, 2011, the Company’s holding included Privatebancorp Inc, Webster Finl Corp Conn, Umpqua Hldgs Corp, Firstmerit Corp, East West Bancorp Inc, Fifth Third Bancorp, Fnb Corp Pa, Susquehanna Bancshares Inc and Keycorp New and First Rep Bk San Fran Cali.
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Hinksford Bridge No 38
Hinksford Park, Swindon, South Staffordshire, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
|Rocky Lock No 15||1 mile, 5 furlongs|
|Flatheridge Bridge No 36||1 mile, 2¾ furlongs|
|Ashwood Basin||1 mile, 2 furlongs|
|Greensforge Bridge No 37||6¾ furlongs|
|Greensforge Lock No 16||6½ furlongs|
|Hinksford Bridge No 38|
|Hinksford Aqueduct||¾ furlongs|
|Winding Hole below Hinksford Lock||2½ furlongs|
|Hinksford Lock Bridge No 39||2¾ furlongs|
|Hinksford Lock No 17||2¾ furlongs|
|Swindon Bridge No 40||5½ furlongs|
Hinksford Bridge No 38 is a minor waterways place on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal (Main Line: Stourton to Aldersley) between Stourton Junction (Junction of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal (Main Line) and the Stourbridge Canal.) (3 miles and 4 furlongs and 3 locks to the south) and Swindon (6½ furlongs and 2 locks to the northwest).
The nearest place in the direction of Stourton Junction is Greensforge Lock No 16 (. . .); 6½ furlongs away.The nearest place in the direction of Swindon is Hinksford Aqueduct; ¾ furlongs away.
Places from Facebook
- Alam International (Indian Restaurant)
7 Albion Parade, Wall Heath, Kingswinford, DY6 0NP — 1521 yards to the east.
Amateur sports team
- Dudley Kingswinford RFC
Swindon Road, Kingswinford, DY6 0AW — 745 yards to the southeast.
- The Wall Heath Tavern (Pub)
14 High Street, DY6 0HB — 1461 yards to the east.
- Leisurelee Fitness ~ The Muscle Dept. (Medical & Health, Sports & Recreation)
5 HIGH STREET, DY6 0HA — 1526 yards to the east.
- Prince Albert (Pub)
High Street, Wall Heath, Kingswinford, DY6 0HB — 1543 yards to the east.
- DKRFC (Sports Club)
741 yards to the southeast.
- Kingfisher (Pub)
Kingswinford, DY6 0EN — 1342 yards to the southeast.
- Swindon Cricket Club (Outdoors)
686 yards to the north.
- Wall Heath Tandoori (Indian Restaurant)
High Street, Wall Heath, Kingswinford, DY6 0HA — 1554 yards to the east.
- Himley House
Kingswinford — 1369 yards to the east.
- Green Man Inn (Bar)
Wolverhampton, DY3 4NR — 1017 yards to the northwest.
- Brides Revisited
Kingswinford — 1437 yards to the east.
- Swindon Village! (City)
Swindon, Dudley, DY3 4 — 1290 yards to the north.
- In My Bed Zzzzz ;0)
BLAZE PARK, Kingswinford, DY6 0LN — 1343 yards to the east.
- Navigation Inn
WV11 3SU — 1315 yards to the south.
- Top House
Kingswinford — 1464 yards to the east.
- The Emerald (Chinese Restaurant)
16 Albion Street, Kingswinford — 1580 yards to the east.
- The Horse an jockey (Nightlife)
High Street, Kingswinford — 1564 yards to the east.
- Ashwood Marina (Boating)
Kingswinford — 1602 yards to the south.
- The Barber Shop (Hair Salon, Barber Shop)
1477 yards to the east.
- Elizabeth & Lee hairdressing (Hair Salon)
10 albion parade wallheath, Kingswinford, DY6 0NP — 1507 yards to the east.
- Dudley Arms (Pub)
1612 yards to the east.
- Anthony Nickolds Violins (Professional Services)
29-30 High Street, Wall Heath, Kingswinford, DY6 0HB — 1515 yards to the east.
- Poppydoll Childrenswear (Children's Clothing Store)
17 High Street, Kingswinford, DY6 0HB — 1474 yards to the east.
- Modellers Mecca (Shopping & Retail)
450 Albion Street, Wall Heath, Kingswinford, DY6 0JP — 1434 yards to the east.
Information retrieved Sun 05 May 2013 00:38:04
Users' views of Hinksford Bridge No 38 as a mooring
1 vote cast
Mooring here is "good" - a nice place to moor
Users' comments on mooring here
Nice wood side towpath. Elsan and refuse disposal. Water point. Dog-friendly pub beside the lock. 48hour max mooring.

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Hayman Reese Trailer Plug Wiring Diagram – Folks comprehend that trailer is a car comprised of very complicated mechanics. This car is designed not only to travel 1 place to another but also to take heavy loads. This article will be talking hayman reese trailer plug wiring diagram. Which are the benefits of knowing these knowledge? You’ll be amazed to learn it.
To begin with, knowing the diagram of wires for trailer will be helpful during troubleshooting. When issues occur with the trailer, driver might wish to know where the problem place can be located. It will help immediately in repairing mistakes. Second, understanding the diagram of cables for trailer is very good for those who wish to try assembling for themselves.
Learning Trailer Wiring Diagram Better
Usually, there are three kinds of diagrams people may take a look at when planning to assemble cables such as trailers. Each cable includes different function and layout so it’s essential for driver to match the requirements before deciding on one.
- 7-Pin Connector
This Hayman Reese Trailer Plug Wiring Diagram version is much more suitable for sophisticated trailers and RVs. It can transfer electricity better therefore the connector is recommended for higher-level electric in the car. Here’s the diagram for 7-pin connector.
- White Pin to your ground.
- Brown Pin for side markers, tail lights, and running lights.
- Yellow Pin for left brake light and left turn mark.
- Green Pin Yellow Pin for right brake light and right turn mark.
- Blue Pin for electric brakes.
- Red 12 volt auxiliary power.
- Purple for copy lights.
- 5-Pin Connector
This 5-pin trailer wiring diagram is terrific for trailer which has large capacity. But, it does not possess as sophisticated and electric intensive features that RV and other expensive trailers may have. Below is the setup to get 5-pin connector for superior comprehension.
- White wires for ground power.
- Brown cables for conducting lights, tail lamps, and negative markers.
- Yellow wires for abandoned brake signal and left too.
- Green cables for proper brake sign and right turn too.
- Blue cables for electric brakes so that the car can function better.
- 4-Pin Connector
There’s a very basic Hayman Reese Trailer Plug Wiring Diagram. It is the 4-pin connector. This kind of connector is excellent for consumer trailers. It ought not be carrying heavy loads through the journey. Along with being light, it is recommended that the connector does not have some power-draining accessory. The simple diagram for this connector is quite like aforementioned types.
- White wires for any power that happens on the lighting.
- Brown wires for any running lights, rear lights, and peripheral markers.
- Yellow wires for virtually any left brake signal and left signal twist.
- Green cables for any perfect brake signal and appropriate signal turn.
Driver must note several things linked to the diagram, however. These items will avert driver from encountering any electrical problem during usage. It’s strongly recommended that the white wire should connect the ground to any wire on top. Although this sounds dull, it is going to conserve user from hassles in the future.
There’s another thing linked to diagram however is especially about routing. A way to wrap it about the trailer can be quite intriguing. It is because the wire will have the ability to distribute power to additional trailer’s components in equivalent manner. Wires should be guarded by material that’s strong and durable but does not hinder its working.
Hopefully this post associated with Hayman Reese Trailer Plug Wiring Diagram will be helping motorist to designing their own trailer cables . If not it’s still a great knowledge to have for when problems happen to your beloved car.


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Did you know that practically everyone will have a wart pop up somewhere on their bodies at some point in their lifetime? Plantar warts, also known as verrucas, are particularly common in pre-teen children, before their immune system has had a chance to fully develop. Plantar warts specifically appear on the bottom of the foot and are often quite painful. The information below will be helpful for those who long to thwart those painful plantar warts!
What is it?
In general, warts are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which invades the skin through miniscule cuts or abrasions on the skin – often too small to be seen by the naked eye. This virus spreads quite rapidly. There are over 60 different strains of HPV. Warts can appear anywhere, but those that appear on the soles of the feet are known as plantar warts or verrucas.
What to look for?
Plantar warts are often brown or grey with black spots or streaky lines. The black spots are caused by the bleeding of small blood vessels into the tissue. If accidently cut or scratched, they will often bleed profusely. They start out as small bumps, but can grow up to 2.5 centimetres if left untreated. A cauliflower-like texture may develop. Clusters may form and can spread to other parts of the body.
Are they contagious?
Even if you or your child has been kissing toads, only people can pass warts to other people. Walking barefoot in public places or sharing socks and shoes with other people will greatly increase your chance of becoming infected. The virus thrives in warm, moist environments, such as a shower room floor. A wart can lie dormant for years; however, the HPV has an incubation period of up to three months.
Does it require treatment?
Warts in general are not life-threatening. Plantar warts can be especially painful given their location on the bottom of the foot. That being said, plantar warts have similar characteristics of a wide variety of skin lesions. The best plan of action is to have a podiatrist examine the affected area to make sure that it is not a cancerous growth or a mole, corn, or callus that would require different treatment methods.
What are the treatment options?
Plantar warts are notoriously stubborn. The majority of the time they will require a podiatrist’s intervention before they will go away. Home remedies are not recommended. A podiatrist may prescribe medication specifically designed for warts; however, if the wart has been left untreated for too long, other methods will have to be used to successfully treat it.
• Cryotherapy, also known as freezing the wart, is one of the most common methods for removing the wart. It is not painful but repeated treatments may be required if the entire wart was unable to be removed the first time.
• Injections or chemical removal may be necessary.
• Various types of surgical methods, generally laser surgery, are also options that your podiatrist might suggest
Our expert staff at Healthy Steps Podiatry will be able to recommend the best method of treatment for your condition. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. We can help you thwart those painful and unsightly plantar warts.

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In fairy tales, giants come most often in the form of beanstalk-shaking, bone-crushing, evil and ignorant ogres. But giants can take different forms. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the largest, most renowned and widely cited scientific body in the world regarding climate change, is certainly a giant, but it is a pensive and well-meaning one. The IPCC treads carefully, knowing that its weighty footfall carries consequences. Yet its efforts have been criticised from various directions. What role does it play in the fight against this ‘wicked’ problem? Does it channel its strength in the right direction?
Created by the United Nations Environment Programme and the World Meteorological Organization in 1988, the IPCC does not itself conduct research. Rather, it reviews and assesses the relevant scientific, technical and socio-economic information regarding climate change. The fifth assessment report is currently being published in stages. The first part, the Physical Science Basis, compiling contributions from 259 authors from thirty-nine countries and peer reviewed by experts, has recently been made available (to be followed next year by a volume on “impacts, adaptation and vulnerability,” a volume on “mitigation” and a synthesis report).
The Physical Science Basis report makes it abundantly clear that anthropogenic climate change is happening. It states that “warming of the climate system is unequivocal” and that the “unprecedented” changes in the system over the last sixty years, are “extremely likely” to have been influenced by human activity. These are not ambivalent statements. It explains that atmosphere and ocean temperatures have already increased, that the ice sheets are already diminishing in mass and that sea levels have already risen. This is due to the rise in concentrations of greenhouses gases (GHG) and the report confirms that even if emissions are reduced today, climate change will persist for centuries. There is “high confidence” that the Greenland ice sheet will be entirely lost, producing an average sea level rise up to seven metres. “Continued emissions of greenhouse gases” the report states bluntly “will cause further warming and changes in all components of the climate system. Limiting climate change will require substantial and sustained reductions of greenhouse gas emissions”.
Climate change is not, then, a fairy tale. It has very real causes; the emission of GHG from burning fossil fuels in power stations, transportation, cattle farming and the decreasing potential for carbon capture arising from deforestation. And it will have very real consequences, which could include flooding in some areas and drought in others; a rise in avalanches, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions; the likelihood of human migration on a massive scale and the conflict that this might bring. Scientists can with a degree of certainty (though not infallibility) tell us the facts about this very real issue. What, then, should be done about it?
Science can give us data, but it cannot tell us what to do with it. Science cannot point a finger at the real-life environmentally unfriendly witches and inform us how they might they be slain. It cannot magic up a green fairy godmother, or provide us with a map to manoeuvre our way through the thick and thorny forest—that is, in any case, being felled for cattle ranching. Science cannot tell us what priority to give climate change. It can inform us of what might happen, but it cannot reveal to us what should happen. It cannot tell us how to allocate resources; whether to focus on climate change mitigation or adaptation; whether to pursue geo-engineering or renewable energy or wide sweeping lifestyle change. These are political and ethical decisions that cannot simply be “read off” from scientific data.
The IPCC report declares itself to be “policy relevant” not “policy prescriptive.” It outlines possible future changes of the climate system and it presents its projections using four different pathways; one in which GHG emissions have been reduced, two in which it has been stabilized, and one where they are high. None of its predictions are held as certain, and there is no suggestion that there is one right way to combat climate change.
Yet there is a yearning from policy makers and activists for science to reveal to us what to do. Science is not expected to make the choices for us, but rather to render such choice unnecessary. Political and ethical decisions are apparently expunged, inelegantly hidden behind scientific expertise. Take, for example, the target of keeping the global temperature to less than 2°C above pre-industrial levels. This was the “aspirational goal” agreed at Copenhagen Climate Summit in 2009, and that has been widely urged by activists, in articles, films and blogs. Yet these media often fail to clearly articulate the baseline for this 2°C, what it translates as global emissions and what actions it actually requires. “2°C” is a mantra, an easy-to-remember symbol of urgency, and yet which is too often cut off from the complex and plural choices that this “2°C” marks. This target is presented scientifically and ethically given, something that we have to see as a fact unless we are to be classed as ignorant, irrational or immoral. Setting such targets involves making political decisions that are informed by science, but not dictated by it. And once a target has been decided it requires a variety of collective, strategic, committed actions. What this action is, whether it means reducing carbon emissions, taxing energy, preventing deforestation or changing lifestyles depends on where we live, how we live and who we are. No direct route or easy bypass will magically appear; communities will have to stumble clumsily through, encountering obstacles as they go.
Why is such a hefty demand laid upon science? Why are politicians and campaigners tempted to obfuscate their own role in the decision making process by hiding behind apparent scientific fact? There may be various answers here: a desire for certainty, disillusionment with the pace of democracy, a shirking of responsibility for unpopular policies. But also, I suggest, there is a tendency to position climate change as a clear-cut problem with a straightforward solution which can and must garner global agreement. This depiction of climate change demands that the issue can be seen only in one correct way, and science seems equipped to provide such an objective perspective. As climate scientist and commentator Mike Hulme notices in his recent book, the prevailing assumption over the last twenty-five years has been that a global scientific consensus must inevitably propel a global political consensus. And the IPCC has been a key player in this assumption.
Although, as we have seen, the IPCC is adamant it is not prescriptive of policy, it does, however, frame the issue as one problem, a single issue best grasped at the global level. Its maps show regional variation, and it mentions the different constraints and capacities of different parts of the world, but it summarises all its data by pulling it back to world averages. Such framing may be useful, but it also hinders a more sensitively drawn picture. It encourages a folding together of disparate impacts, ignoring the fact that people and places will be, and already are, affected in different ways. As Hulme writes, “climate change has come to mean different things to different people in different places at different times.”
The depiction of climate change as a singular overarching issue may chime with the genuine concern and rising desperation of environmentalists who demand its prioritisation. Yet perhaps this hegemonic depiction of climate change as the global problem with one correct global solution actually propagates a feeling of helplessness and ultimately detachment. The problem of climate change is engorged, becoming one of those unapproachable fearsome bone-crushing ogres, easily deflecting any efforts to combat it. As Anne Karpf, a self-confessed “climate change ignorer” puts it, “the mismatch between the extremely dangerous state of the earth and my own feeble endeavours seems mockingly large.”
Professor of geography, Erik Swyngedouw has noticed that the depiction of climate change as a global catastrophe is inaccurate in its homogenisation and unhelpful in its foreclosure of political decision. Such a depiction “produces a thoroughly depoliticised imaginary, one that does not revolve around choosing one trajectory rather than another, one that is not articulated with specific political programs or socio-ecological project or revolutions.” Any differences in political or ethical perspective are marginalised, those that dissent are labelled as irrational and immoral; summarily dismissed as “fossils.” But by shunning alternative opinions, by shirking political disagreement, collective decision making that might actually produce a committed action to tackle a climate-related problem is shut down.
Advocating the adoption of the “right” perspective on climate change and attempting to forge world-wide consensus is a strategy that forestalls real change in our relationship with our environment. Activists, I suggest, may be better advised to focus upon the particular impact brought by climate into their region or community and acknowledge the disagreement that inevitably occurs over such “wicked” issues. Such an approach may garner greater public engagement and proffer more promising alternatives.
Climate change is not a fairy tale. It cannot be condensed into a simple narrative, with a cast of stereo-typed characters who are either good or evil, with an uncomplicated moral and a simple “ever-after” ending. Rather, it is a multi-faceted set of issues that need a more localised, varied and clumsy set of responses.
Amanda Machin is a lecturer at the Department of Politics and IR, University of Westminster. After being awarded a PhD for her thesis in political theory, she worked as a research fellow to develop ideas on political responsibility and climate change. Her other research interests include political identification, politics and psychoanalysis, cohesion and citizenship, and embodied political protest. Her latest book is Negotiating Climate Change: Radical Democracy and the Illusion of Consensus (Zed Books, 2013).


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This paper proposes a new coordination methodology between the Transmission System Operator (TSO) and Distribution System Operators (DSOs), which enables the optimal usage by the TSO of reactive power flexibility from active distribution systems (ADSs), as an additional option to control voltages in the transmission system. The proposed methodology addresses day-ahead operation planning in three successive steps: 1) the quantification by DSOs of the reactive power flexibility range and associated cost at the interfaces with the TSO, 2) voltage control at TSO level through reactive power dispatch, including reactive power flexibility offered by the DSOs, and 3) optimal re-dispatch of flexible resources by DSOs to maintain the committed active/reactive power schedule at their TSO-DSO interface without breaching operation constraints of the ADSs. The methodology goes beyond the state-of-the-art by considering renewable generation uncertainties for both TSO and DSO, N-1 security for TSO, and temporal inter-links of emerging flexible resources, such as flexible loads (FL) and energy storage systems (ESS), for DSO. The proposed methodology solves stochastic multi-period AC security-constrained optimal power flow (S-MP-SCOPF) for TSO and stochastic multi-period AC optimal power flow (S-MP-OPF) for DSO, both problems being formulated as non-linear programs (NLPs). The usefulness of the proposed methodology is demonstrated on a 60-bus transmission system that contains five interfaces to 34-bus ADSs.


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I daren’t say it aloud incase it might not be true but I think this is going to be the year we get a new kitchen. A brand spanking new kitchen with shiny worktops and a big ass white ceramic sink. That’s as much as I’ll say because it won’t be until the end of the year but my current kitchen is so awful that I can never photograph any baking processes because you would see the actual kitchen I bake in in the background. Just like so many of us on the internet, I hide what I don’t want you to see...such as the bright yellow wallpaper that adorns our kitchen wall.
I spend a good chunk of time each day in the kitchen, I cook all the meals because I’m bad at relinquishing kitchen control to Nick. Seriously, he cooked spaghetti bolognese Sunday night and I hovered over him the whole time fretting about the order he cooked the meat and veg in. FYI he threw it all in the pan at the same time which nearly gave me a small heart attack because “that’s just not how I do it”. It tasted great but I like the power too much to let him cook all the time.
We are meal planners. We have to be otherwise Chunky Chicken (Stoke’s cheaper but actually far superior version of Nandos…yep I said it) would be on our doorstep every night with their flame grilled goodness. It doesn’t sound exciting but I actually really really love food shopping so meal planning for me is probably the highlight of my Sunday night. I don’t get people who hate food shopping. Even as a kid I got majorly excited about going to the supermarket.
Yeah I probably should have had a hobby or something.
This cake started out as a nice healthy coconut bread in the Honestly Healthy cookbook. Then I went and put sugar and cocoa powder in it and it wasn’t so healthy anymore but still just as good. It is made with buckwheat flour though so it’s gluten free. It originally had agave in but I decided to swap it for caster sugar and play about with liquid levels to compensate. Aside from melting the coconut oil it’s a really easy one bowl cake and it’ll be mixed up and in the oven within 15 minutes. It’s crumbly and the perfect no frills cake to have with coffee in the afternoon. I would also recommend throwing chocolate chunks in there because I find it really hard to make a loaf cake without chopping up a bar of dark chocolate to throw in at the same time.
If you want to use agave, use 150g of agave, increase the flour to 210g and the coconut milk to 300ml.
Plain all purpose flour or spelt will work just as well if you don’t have buckwheat.
Chocolate Coconut Buckwheat Cake
130g (1 cup) buckwheat flour
70g (⅔ cup) cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking power
¼ teaspoon salt
75g (⅓ cup + 1 teaspoon) coconut oil, melted
175g (¾ cup) caster sugar
240ml (1 cup) coconut milk
130g (1 ⅔ cups) shredded coconut
- Preheat your oven to 180 C/350 F/gas mark 4. Grease and line a 7.5 x 3.5” loaf tin and set aside.
- In a large bowl, sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt together.
- In a medium bowl whisk the coconut oil and sugar together. Mix in the eggs and coconut milk until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until the flour has just disappeared.
- Add the coconut and mix in fully.
- Transfer to your loaf tin and bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 50-55 minutes. Cover with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent the top of the cake catching in the oven. When a cocktail stick comes out mostly clean it is ready.
- Leave to cool completely before turning out and slicing.

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Orbea Gain M30F 105 Disc Electric Road Bike 2021
The perfect machine for long road rides, the Orbea Gain M30 105 Disc Electric Road Bike combines a lightweight carbon fibre frameset with a powerful motor for a fine mix of pace and comfort. At the touch of a button you can enjoy up to 250 watts of assistance and when it is turned off, the superb Mahle Ebikemotion system is barely noticeable. By housing the motor in the rear hub, and the battery inside the down tube, the bike looks more like a regular racer than an e-bike
Orbea has included some really neat finishing touches to make this bike stand out. The integrated front and rear lights are extremely handy and look quite slick, while the integrated cable routing through the stem and headset makes the whole front end look really clean.
With an 11-speed Shimano 105 groupset, you're getting crisp, accurate shifting through the all the gears you need for any gradient. The compact chainset combines with a wide-ranging cassette to make light work of any hills, especially considering you have up to 250 watts of extra power in the motor when you want it. Hydraulic disc brakes make for confident and modulated stopping, whether the road conditions are wet or dry.
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- Clearance for tyres up to 40mm wide
- Maximum Assist: 250w up to 25km/hr
- Motor Weight: 3.5kg
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- Battery Power: 248Wh
|Frame||Orbea Gain Carbon OMR monocoque structure, integrated seat clamp with integrated Lezyne STVZO rear light, ICR internal cable routing, forged bottom bracket BB386 EVO, 135x9 quick release, flat mount disc, 700x40mm maximum tyre clearance, 1" 1/2 semi headset|
|Fork||Orbea Gain OMR carbon fork, with 1-1/5 carbon steerer, 700x40mm maximum tyre clearance, flat mount disc, Orbea 12x100mm Thru-Axle M12x2 P1 Lite, down tube aero integration|
|Headset||Orbea Acros Alloy 1-1/2" Internal Cable Routing|
|Stem||Orbea ICR -8º|
|Handlebar||Orbea OC2 Road, reach 80mm, drop 125mm|
|Front Brake||Shimano 105 R7070 hydraulic disc|
|Rear Brake||Shimano 105 R7070 hydraulic disc|
|Brake Levers||Shimano 105 R7020 hydraulic disc|
|Rear Derailleur||Shimano 105 R7000 GS 11-speed|
|Front Derailleur||Shimano 105 R7000|
|Shift Levers||Shimano 105 ST-7020 11-speed|
|Cassette||Shimano 105 R7000 11-32t 11-Speed|
|Crankset||Shimano 105 R7000 34x50t|
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|Rear Wheel||Fulcrum E-Racing 900 clincher|
|Front Tyre||Schwalbe ONE 700x30C, Performance Line RaceGuard, TLE, ADDIX, tubeless-ready clincher|
|Rear Tyre||Schwalbe ONE 700x30C, Performance Line RaceGuard, TLE, ADDIX, tubeless-ready clincher|
|Saddle||Selle Royal Asphalt GR|
|Seatpost||OC2 Carbon 27.2 Offset 20mm|
|Pedals||Available to be purchased separately|
|Accessories||60 Lumen COB LED front light on display holder, 11-lumen Lezyne STVZO integrated seat clamp rear light|
|Motor||Mahle Ebikemotion X35 Plus 25kmh (250 watts, 40Nm maximum torque)|
|Remote||Mahle Ebikemotion iWoc ONE|
|Display||Mahle Ebikemotion Pulsar One monochrome ANT+ LEV|
|Battery||Mahle Ebikemotion 36V/6.9A 248Wh ANT+|
|Charger||Mahle Ebikemotion X35|
|Electric assisted speed limit||15.5 mph / 25 km/h|
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For the lovers of nature and wildlife, there's no greater thrill than immersing oneself in the untouched wilderness to observe animals in their natural habitat. Embarking on a wildlife holiday, you can explore the world's most enchanting ecosystems, enduring spine-tingling moments that will leave you breathless. This guide highlights some of the best places to go for an unforgettable wildlife holiday.
Serengeti, Tanzania: Home of the Great Wildlife Migration
One of Africa's premier destinations for wildlife viewing, Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is a must-visit. Known for hosting the biggest terrestrial mammal migration in the planet, it's home to a spectacular array of wildlife such as cheetahs, lions, elephants, and over 500 bird species. Venture into this wildlife gem between late June and September to witness millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles in their thrilling migration.
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador: A Unique Wildlife Wonderland
The Galapagos Islands in Ecuador present a one-of-a-kind wildlife vacation. The archipelago is a haven for endemic species - found nowhere else on earth. You can swim along sea lions, amuse at the sight of giant tortoises and marine iguanas, or admire the vividly colored Sally Lightfoot crabs. What makes the Galapagos even more special is the fearless mentality of animals towards humans, enabling up-close encounters.
Yellowstone National Park, USA: An American Wildlife Treasure
America's first national park, Yellowstone, sprawled across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho is a real treat for wildlife enthusiasts. Here, you can spot a fabulous mix of animals ranging from grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of elk and bison. Moreover, the park extends over an array of ecosystems, offering captivating landscapes and geological wonders such as geysers and hot springs.
Amazon Rainforest, South America: The World's Largest Ecosystem
The Amazon Rainforest, recognized as the 'lungs of our planet' is a biodiversity hotspot. Encompassing parts of nine South American countries, this sprawling jungle teems with life. Highlights include pink river dolphins, jaguars, anacondas, and countless species of monkeys, birds, and insects. For an immersive experience, stay at a jungle lodge or take a river cruise, allowing you to delve into the heart of the Amazon.
Kangaroo Island, Australia: An Australian Wildlife Sanctuary
Nicknamed as Australia’s 'zoo without fences', Kangaroo Island is home to an abundance of native wildlife. In the rugged wilderness, you'll encounter kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, penguins and a remarkable colony of sea lions. Whether you’re exploring the eucalyptus forests, wetlands or the coastal dunes, Kangaroo Island is a wildlife enthusiast's playground.
Costa Rica: A Diverse Wildlife and Ecosystem Paradise
With an impressive 25% of its land dedicated to national parks, reserves, and wildlife refuges, Costa Rica is a paradise for biodiversity. From the dense rainforests to mystical cloud forests, mangrove swamps to the pristine coastline, this Central American nation teems with wildlife. Spectacular birds like the resplendent quetzal, Scarlet Macaw, alongside tree frogs, sloths and numerous monkey species are among the highlights to look for.


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In this paper we present a sensor node processor designed to support complex data encryption/decryption operations. The system is developed around an asynchronous processor core supported by AES, ECC and SHA-1 crypto accelerators. The paper describes the chip architecture and its components and gives the chip implementation details. Finally, the power and performance of the chip have been discussed and analyzed.


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This dark plum colored oil tanned leather guitar strap is made special with an inset of genuine cork dyed wine and that has an underlay of silver foil, so the gaps in the thin cork show flashes of silver. This inset is 1.5" wide and 12.75" long, starting about 7" from the front peg end and ends just about the wearer's shoulder.
The layers are glued and the cork fabric inset is triple stitched to the plum leather, and I've left the back of the cork fabric uncovered, since it's a soft black.
The main strap is 5-6oz through dyed cowhide, so the cut edges only show the same dark plum as the underside, a slightly lighter shade than the top grain, given it's a suede split. The oil tanning leaves a slightly tacky feeling top surface, though it does not have any residue that transfers to any material that comes in contact with it. The cork fabric has been cut back from the edges so they aren't seen easily from the side.
I've included a black strap in one picture & another with a cedar topped guitar (NFS) to help show the plum color, which can look like dark brown in some light.
The main strap is hand cut to 2 1/2" wide and tapers slightly at either end, and is about 42" long. I have softened the cut edges with a small bevel tool, so there is a gentle transition from the top surface to the edge.
Eleven adjustment slots are cut about every 1", and the 1" wide adjustment strap loops through the chosen slot and is woven through the other slots to provide the desired length and fixes to the back pin on the guitar.
I cut the adjustment strap to about 22", with about 18" to the peg hole, so the overall length can be adjusted from about 48" to 58" between the peg holes. But since I cut these myself, I can easily modify the length or spacing to get the fit that works for you. Or you can add more peg holes in this back strap for finer adjustment as you wear it in.
The holes for the front peg is punched at 5/16", and rear tab is 3/8". Each end has a small slit that ends with a small hole for a "keyhole" effect to prevent tears and to make the strap easy to install & remove. The hole and can accommodate most pegs, but remains securely in place. If you have a specific peg size you need to fit, please let me know.
This is also laser etched a few inches above the front peg hole and on the adjustment strap with my new brand logo, Acoustic Needle.
The design means the strap is only leather, and there is no metal or plastic hardware that could annoy you while you're playing, or your knock into you instrument while it's being moved or stored.
I can also provide coordinating leather "laces" if you prefer to tie the strap to the neck of the guitar, rather than using a front peg. There is no extra charge for these when you order the strap, but please note in the order you want it included.
If you have any questions, please convo me!
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Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 5 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
Request a cancellation within: 4 hours of purchase
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
I only use your address for shipping, and only contact you regarding your order (usually per Etsy convo), or from conversations that you have initiated.
I respect your information, and do not share it with anyone, outside of what is necessary to create your order's shipping label--and nearly all are via Etsy labels, so it's information you have already placed in the Etsy system.
I do retain hard copies of order and label receipts for a time necessary for my tax processing, but I then do obliterate these hard copies.
Yes, most items can be made in a custom version per your color/size preference.
Most guitar straps & even other items can have a name, image or some small message added to them via silk screen, laser etching, or stamping. Please convo me if you're interested in this option.

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Stereo Aereo is an action rhythm game that is inspired by the pop-culture influences of the 80's. You, the player, have to make sure that the mediocre space rockband Stereo Aereo, gets to their life changing concert, on time, in this comic styled sci-fi game. You will face extraordinary situations in which you'll need to make use of your innate sense of musical rhythm. Overcome Stereo Aereo's challenges by avoiding police, escaping prison, battle hordes of space mobsters, and face of the Queen of the space dump, in order to reach your 5 minutes of fame.
- Action rhythm game: experience the struggles of a small time space rockband trying to reach their long awaited 5 minutes of fame.
- Follow the beat of the music: don't get pegged by obstacles, move and shoot your way to the rhythm of the game.
- Boss fights: YES, beat those rock hating bosses!
- Four different difficulties: Do you have the rhythmic feel to beat the game at all difficulties?
- Relive the 80's: a retro themed sci-fi universe.

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Katie Forsythe is a popular Holmes/Watson (and, by extension, Sherlock/John) fan writer. She is probably the most recced writer of book-canon Holmes/Watson stories. Her stories have prompted another fan to propose the term Forsythian:
A Forsythian perspective interprets the text from the standpoint of the text as written by Watson while trying to divert attention from his and Holmes's homosexual relationship. Any discrepancies, such as jumps in time, gaping plot holes, or bizarre non-sequiturs (as, for instance, Holmes's musings on a rose during The Naval Treaty) are due to this attempt to rewrite history. The more irreconcilable the discrepancy, the hotter the sex being covered up.
Her stories are hosted on Liquidfic. She was also posting them to LiveJournal, but deleted the account due to being overwhelmed by the comments received. She also has an AO3 account, which hosts her Sherlock (TV series) stories.
Most of her stories have been enthusiastically podficced, sometimes multiple times. A Tumblr user compiled a master list of all her stories that have been podficced here. See also: Katie Forsythe and wordstrings at the Audiofic Archive.
See this tumblr post by a fan who found Sherlock Holmes fandom via podfic of her fanfic: This is a love letter to Katie Forsythe by setralynn (March 24, 2012)


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I have an older MRL Viking sword for sale.
It has a leather scabbard with large belt loop on the back.
Is moderately sharp.
It has never been used for cutting, display only. It would no doubt pack a wallop.
There is some minor (not red) spotting that is easily removed.
All parts are solid, straight, & in line.
$125.00, shipped to continental US
Note: the MRL Ranger sword & scabbard shown with it are not available, they have been sold.
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No, but there are plenty of other options for having more control over his music. Pandora is an internet radio station that is free with ads or without ads for a small monthly fee. The music industry allows it to exist because there are some limitations with it. For instance, it's not possible to pick a song and it only allows for a certain number of song skips per day.
To be able to pick individual songs and play them offline, he'll have to pay $10 a month. There are a number of services that offer this including Rhapsody, MOG, Rdio, and Leo's favorite, Spotify. These services all have similar libraries with roughly 19 million songs. The advantage of these is that he could save albums to his phone, and listen offline. But he has to keep paying for it to listen, otherwise it's gone.
If he wants to keep music, he'll have to buy it. iTunes, Google Play, or Amazon MP3 all are places where he can buy songs. They'll cost around $0.99 a song, sometimes slightly more or less. All of these services have the ability to also keep the music available in the cloud as well, so he can re-download them on his other devices.


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Tend to Your Relationships: Fathers & Sons By: Cassie Whyte Happy National Son’s Day! Today, September 28th, we at Men’s Health Network is celebrating National Son’s Day! On this holiday, we acknowledge the joy that comes along with both having a son, and being a son. All sons are gifts to their parents, as well...Continue reading
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In 2020, according to the CDC, suicide took the lives of over 45,979 men, women, and children. That’s one death every 11 minutes. Not only is suicide an epidemic for the general population, but it’s also the third leading cause of death for boys and the 9th leading cause of death for all males. Women...Continue reading
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Well, here we are again, the last few weeks of the year. Those weeks that include Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s—collectively called “the holidays.” If you’re reading this article, it means that you have survived the last two years – which have included an election, social unrest, and oh that darned pandemic! Instead of enjoying...Continue reading
The onset of the pandemic in 2020 led to a substantial increase in mental health challenges. In their August 2020 report, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that the “prevalence of symptoms” of anxiety and depression were more than three times higher than they were a year before. Roughly 40% of respondents to their...
COVID-19 has not been kind to men. Not only have more men had more severe cases of the infection but more men have died from it than women. Now, a study from a Cleveland Clinic survey took a look at about 1,000 men, age 18 and older, to assess how they are coping with the...
When it comes to gender, alcohol and drug abuse are not equal-opportunity afflictions. Men are more likely than women to use almost all types of illegal drugs, and they are more likely to end up in emergency rooms or dying as a result of overdose, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Men also have...Continue reading


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The world's biggest drug companies largely deny any wrongdoing regarding their role in fueling the opioid epidemic—multimillion-dollar settlements or not.
Drugmakers Johnson & Johnson and Purdue Pharma, along with distributors McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health, have all agreed to reimburse states, counties and the federal government for dishonest marketing and failure to regulate the deadly painkillers, which have taken hundreds of thousands of U.S. lives.
Reimbursement is one thing, but admission of guilt is another. In nearly a dozen cases reviewed by Newsweek, all the drug companies have clauses in their opioid-related settlements over the years that allow them to avoid saying they did anything wrong.
Earlier this week, drug distributors agreed to pay Ohio counties $260 million, minus a contribution from drugmaker Teva Pharmaceuticals. Cuyahoga and Summit counties have been ravaged by the opioid crisis, losing tens of thousands of lives and many millions of dollars in opioid-related costs, according to local officials.
Despite the agreement, the distributors "strongly dispute the allegations," which mostly involve dodging their regulatory responsibilities.
"While the companies strongly dispute the allegations made by the two counties, they believe settling the bellwether trial is an important stepping stone to achieving a global resolution and delivering meaningful relief," said McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health in a joint statement.
"The distributors remain deeply concerned about the impact the opioid epidemic is having on families and communities across the nation—and are committed to being part of the solution," the companies added.
Earlier this year, McKesson paid $37 million to West Virginia without admitting fault. Two years ago, the company paid the federal government $150 million in civil penalties for alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act, agreeing to suspend sales and ramp up compliance measures.
In a press release at the time, McKesson said it settled "in the interest of moving beyond disagreements about whether McKesson was complying with the controlled substance regulations...and to instead focus on the company's partnership with regulators and others to help stem the opioid epidemic in this country."
In 2017, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health agreed to pay $16 million and $20 million, respectively, to West Virginia after accusations that they didn't properly monitor the supply of opioids coming into the state. Both companies denied the allegations.
In 2016, Cardinal Health admitted it failed to report suspicious orders to the Drug Enforcement Administration from January 1, 2009, to May 14, 2012, and paid $44 million to the federal government. In a statement, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Craig Morford drew attention to other players in the opioid pipeline.
"To combat the scourge of opioid abuse successfully, this must be a collaborative effort that includes all parties—the regulators, who set and license supply; the manufacturers, who produce medications; the physicians, who treat patients and prescribe medications; and the pharmacists, who fill those prescriptions," Morford said.
Earlier this year, Johnson & Johnson settled with the two Ohio counties for $20.4 million, including reimbursement for legal fees and charitable contributions to opioid-related nonprofit programs. Amid the crisis, Johnson & Johnson made a fentanyl patch and opioid tablets, but it also produced a lot of the raw opium used by other drug companies.
In a statement at the time, the company said the agreement came with "no admission of liability."
"As previously stated, the company is open to identifying an appropriate, comprehensive resolution of the overall opioid litigation. At the same time, the company remains prepared to defend its actions," a spokesperson said, adding that some of Johnson & Johnson's products accounted for less than 1 percent of total opioid prescriptions in the U.S.
A judge ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $572 million to Oklahoma earlier this year. The company appealed the verdict, and Cleveland County District Judge Thad Balkman later said the figure was about $100 million too high because of a miscalculation, according to CBS News.
Purdue Pharma, which makes OxyContin, filed for bankruptcy in September to resolve suits with a dozen states and thousands of counties. The company's owners, members of the Sackler family, agreed to pay $3 billion over seven years to the plaintiffs and to sell Mundipharma, its British pharmaceutical firm. Included in the terms of the agreement was no admission of wrongdoing from the Sacklers.
The companies did not immediately respond to request for comment.
The opioid epidemic cost the U.S. economy at least $631 billion over four years, according to the Society of Actuaries. A study published earlier this year by Massachusetts General Hospital estimated that 700,000 people in the U.S. will die from opioid overdoses between 2016 and 2025.
According to another recent report, most people who died from overdoses in a Massachusetts sample used heroin or illicitly fentanyl, suggesting the U.S. could be heading toward another public health crisis. As prescription painkillers become harder to find, those dependent on opioids are turning to deadlier alternatives.


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Welcome to the Broadway Genius Club - sponsored by Your Broadway Genius. We love meeting theatre enthusiasts who are looking to see shows with fellow fans & engage with members of the community. We believe theatre is meant to be a shared, social experience which is why it is important to us to meet others who love seeing shows as much as we do! Even if you're not a frequent theatre-goer, feel free to join the fun.
We plan events on Broadway and Off Broadway with tickets always offered at an affordable price. Meet us outside the theater 30 minutes prior to the performance for some pre-show mingling and hang out as long as you like after curtain call! Chances are we will end up chatting about the show at a nearby restaurant or bar. We are always seated together at events so the group can enjoy the performance together. So if you're looking for some new Broadway enthusiasts to hang out with, be sure to sign up for our next event. All are welcome.
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Dec 17, 2016 · 2:00 PM
LIMITED SPACE! See Broadway's Something Rotten Before It Closes!
Something Rotten is closing soon. Haven't seen it yet or love it so much you have to see it again? See it with us on Saturday, December 17, 2016 @ 2:00PM and then meet... Learn more
Dec 3, 2016 · 2:00 PM
See Broadway's new musical The Great Comet And Meet At A Local Bar Afterwards!
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Let's Meetup and see Broadway's new musical, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 on December 3,... Learn more
Nov 19, 2016 · 2:00 PM
See Broadway's Jersey Boys Before It Closes!
Jersey Boys is closing soon. Haven't seen it yet or love it so much you have to see it again? See it with us on Saturday, November 19, 2016 @ 2:00PM and then join us at... Learn more
Aug 5, 2016 · 10:00 AM
Broadway Walking Tour
Broadway Genius Walking Tours offer you an in-depth look into the world of New York Theater, and will take you to some of the most iconic theatres and cultural sights... Learn more
Apr 24, 2016 · 12:00 PM
Broadway's New Hit Musical 'American Psycho' & Pre-Mingle (PREPAY ONLY)
Direct from a sold out run in London, join us in seeing this new hit Broadway musical! Meet up to 50 other Meetup members at our Pre-Mingle and then sit together at the... Learn more

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Not just is the business licensed and acknowledged as a money transfer service provider, its site and apps utilize modern security procedures to safeguard your details and your money.
A Seattle-based company that enables users to send out cash to friends and family in other nations, is readily available in over 90 nations. Users send out cash via bank credit, debit or transfer card, or mobile wallet.
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Read on if you’re curious about how works, its security functions, highlights, what fees you can expect to pay, and more.
What is Remitly?
is a company that focuses on simple and quick worldwide money transfers for individuals in the United States, Canada, UK, and other nations for individuals who want to send funds back house. The charges are reasonable, specifically when compared to the convenience, speed, and reduce with which receivers might receive cash. As a result, lots of pleased consumers have left reviews on their site.
Western Union and WorldRemit are its closest competitors.
Here is a quick introduction of the advantages and disadvantages of using:
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Is Remitly Rate Philippines safe to send money?
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services that assist in Global fund transfers offered the various advantages and features it’s natural to get confused when choosing one remitly and smart are both terrific options and likewise strong rivals in this video we will run a contrast of wise versus to help you pick a much better option and wise launched in 2011 and have actually been close competitors since but the performance of these alternatives undergoes some elements like security and speed so which one must you pick from another location or sensible was founded in 2011. it enables you to move cash straight to bank accounts you can withdraw the cash at a cash payment place or have it delivered to a mobile wallet and Home Shipment is likewise offered in some nations remotely serves around 3 million active month-to-month users the platform offers effective and Affordable Providers sensible formerly transferwise has its roots in the UK introduced in 2011 the FCA authorized funds transfer service wise has actually grown rapidly serving more than 8 million users up until now it offers a different payment
structure that potentially reduces transfer fees important note wise does not provide transfers for money payments remotely does it enables you to receive the cash in physical stores if you consider that this is very important then remitly will be your finest alternative transfer expenses remotely charges a flat cost based on the amount the market price is 3.99 if you move less than one thousand dollars and if you move more than one thousand dollars there is no
charge the exact same charge structure applies to both ways of sending out money Express an economy which we’ll speak about later on nevertheless there is an extra 3 percent charge for credit card deals sensible has a transparent charge structure and provides mid-market transfer rates the fee likewise depends on the currency the transfer approach and the amount wise charges you 0.35 to 1.65 of the quantity you are moving however if you wish to move Euros outside of cipa there will be an additional charge of three euros and 55 cents plus the sensible cost security s security features are reliable and serve well from your e-mail verification to login and fund deals everything is safeguarded with high levels of security uses two-factor authentication besides that it uses a secure socket layer SSL with 256-bit file encryption to protect the server smart is approved and controlled by FCA it uses two-factor authentication to secure every transaction and as GDP are compliant additionally the site and the app also apply Advanced encryption to keep your data safe both services are adequately protected and you will not deal with any security issues with either of them transfer speed offers two methods to send cash called Express an economy the very first is the express alternative that moves your cash in minutes however costs a bit more commission by contrast the economy option takes three to five service days to finish the deal and is extremely inexpensive both services will have a small distinction in terms of costs for routine payments sensible takes up to two days compared to S five-day window nevertheless the express option in is instantaneous but there is a charge for each deal the speed of finishing a deal depends mainly on the currency the quantity and the mode of payment also whether payments were made on weekends and weekdays also affects speed a transaction made on an organization day will be finished in a couple of days
and if it is over the weekend it will take 3 or 5 days remotely advantages best suited for instant and fast transfers it has two ways of sending out cash that the client can pick economy and reveal it is cheaper to send out large sums of cash you can move to bank accounts likewise to money payment areas and electronic wallets it provides
a simple tracking option for receivers and senders benefits of sensible low fees and transparent fee structure ideal for making small quantity payments authorized and regulated by FCA trust pilot evaluations are great it is not necessary for the recipient to have a smart account versus smart where are they offered please note that remitly and wise are not available all over nor do they have the very same reach have a look at the availability of the two Providers listed below remitly is readily available to users in Europe the United States


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The FBI says that a California man tried to join ISIS. Adam Dandach was caught because he was afraid of his mother.
Derek Cruice was fatally shot by a Volusia County Sheriff’s deputy at a home in Deltona, Florida. Cruice, 26, was shot in the face during a drug raid.
More than 300 girls were groomed and sexually abused by gangs of predators in Oxfordshire, England while police and social workers ignored their complaints.
David Petraeus, the former CIA director and general, will plead guilty to a federal charge for leaking classified information to his lover Paula Broadwell.
Stacey Flounders is the girlfriend of Sunderland player Adam Johnson. She’s also the mother of his child.
Lacey Spears, the Westchester County, New York, mother and blogger accused of poisoning her 5-year-old son to death with salt, has been found guilty of murder.
A top Premier League soccer player has been accused of having sex with a 15-year-old girl.
A video has popped up on Youtube that shows what appear to be Los Angeles Police officers tasering and then fatally shooting a homeless person.
Brazil said Saturday it had caught pastor Victor Arden Barnard, a cult leader and fugitive accused of molesting pre-teen girls in his congregation.
A weather camera watching a Moscow bridge caught the moment Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov was shot.
Alfredito Olivas, a popular Mexican singer, was shot three time on stage in the city of Parral. Olivas had previously been threatened by the Salazar cartel.
Mexican singer Alfredito Olivas is in critical condition after being shot multiple times on stage in Parral.
Mother of newborn is at the center of a kidnap mystery after her baby is found frozen to death in the woods.
Kelly Gissendaner’s execution – the first of a woman in Georgia for 70 years – has been put off because of a winter storm. Check out her last meal request.
Emmanuel Rangel has been charged with the murder of America’s Next Top Model contestant Mirjana Puhar as well as the slayings of Jonathan Cosme Alvarado and Jusmar Gonzaga-Garcia.


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For the next two years we are partnering with the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT) to raise vital funds to protect our Oceans. We'll be raising £20K across 2023 to help them restore and protect the Seagrass fields in and around the UK. Seagrass is one of the worlds most endangered habitats despite it being a vital source of oxygen generation and a biodiverse habitat for fisheries. By supporting the Blue Meadows project we will help OCT to regenerate existing Seagrass fields, reverse Seagrass decline, educate and advocate on behalf of our Oceans and plant new Seagrass in a scalable way.
On Saturday 9th September the Blue Jelly team are walking Putney Bridge to Tower Bridge on a 25km sponsored walk, crossing 16 of London's most iconic bridges. This is all in aid of Ocean Conservation Trust, to raise vital funds for their Blue Meadows initiative.
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Welcome to Latin Vintage!
We are a Latin Dance Company based in the DMV area. We are passionate about providing a fun and supportive approach to quality dance instruction. Join us for group classes, workshops, private lessons, performances and social events.
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Bright Rainbow Shape Packaged Foil Balloon - 36"
Make any gathering special with this 36" Bright Rainbow Shape Packaged Foil Balloon! Its bright rainbow shape will be a perfect, colorful addition to your rainbow-themed birthday, Pride celebration, or St. Patrick's Day event, bringing cheer and excitement to your guests.
Let its vibrant colors add a magical touch to your special occasion!
- 36" Wide
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BRIDGETON - About 27,000 Cumberland County residents are without power at this hour following overnight thunderstorms that took down trees and power lines.
Bridgeton Police Department issued an online alert early this morning warning residents of downed power lines in many areas.
Residents are advised to use extreme caution if they encounter electrical lines in roadways.
Police in Vineland are warning that traffic lights are out at many intersections.
More than 100,000 South Jersey residents remain without power this morning.
To report a power outage or downed wire, call Atlantic City Electric at 1-800-833-7476.
Updates will be posted as they become available.


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In addition to helping small companies in our space, Berkeley Biolabs offers workshops.
Join our Meetup Group to hear about coming events.
We work hard to make the classes accessible for beginners and interesting to PhDs.
We are working with Outschool.com to develop programs that allow homeschoolers access to wet labs and experimentation.
If you are interested in developing a teaching program or a workshop using our lab space, please contact us at email@example.com.


BMW Motorrad delivered a rash of announcements coinciding with the huge EICMA (pronounced EH-kma) in Milan, Italy.
Highlights (with links to BMW's press releases):
G 310 GS: the single-cylinder, Indian-made sister to the G 310 R sports a 313cc, four-valve DOHC engine that puts out 34 hp and 20 foot-pounds of torque. (PRESS RELEASE)
K 1600 GTL: new catalytic converters help with the update to EU4 emission standards, but power is still impressive - 160 hp and 129 foot-pounds of torque. (PRESS RELEASE)
F 800 R & GT: both of these parallel twin-powered bikes get ride-by-wire with the three usual modes (Rain and Road plus Dynamic as an option), as well as other updates (PRESS RELEASE)
"The most exclusive BMW motorcycle of all time:" HP4 RACE. Features a full carbon fiber main frame and carbon fiber wheels. Expect more info about this bike in Spring 2017. Watch this 30-second video teaser:
R 1200 GS: "optimized in a wide range of areas" for more versatility. Power stays at a respectable 125 hp & 92 foot-pounds of torque. (PRESS RELEASE)
Concept ConnectedRide: uses smartphone integration to promote motorcycle safety & uses display & networking concepts to bring established car-side technology to the motorcycle side. (PRESS RELEASE)
R 1200 GS Adventure by LEGO Technic: this detailed GSA model goes on sale on 1 January. Can you keep track of all 603 parts long enough to put it together? (PRESS RELEASE)
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Olympiacos FC 2-1 Arsenal FC
Victory would have put Arsenal through as Group B winners but they lost their half-time lead to goals from Giannis Maniatis and Kostas Mitroglou.
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Olympiacos FC defeated Arsenal FC 2-1 in Piraeus to deny the Gunners top spot in Group B and end their own UEFA Champions League campaign on a high note.
Tomáš Rosický, starting for the first time since UEFA EURO 2012, opened the scoring against the run of play. However, second-half strikes from Giannis Maniatis and substitute Kostas Mitroglou earned the Greek champions victory and forced Arsenal to settle for second in the section. An away success would have taken them through as winners because of FC Schalke 04's 1-1 draw against Montpellier Hérault SC. Leonardo Jardim's side enter the UEFA Europa League round of 32.
With a number of key first-team players rested, 20-year-old Jernade Meade made his first start at left-back in Arsène Wenger's 150th UEFA Champions League match. Rosický and Marouane Chamakh made their first appearances in the competition this term.
Following a lively start from Arsenal, with Gervinho trying his luck with an early snapshot before playing in Chamakh, only for the Moroccan international to lose his footing, it was the hosts who sought to assert their dominance. After Vassilis Torossidis went close with a header which was cleared off the line by Carl Jenkinson, Djamel Abdoun became the focal point of Olympiacos's enterprising play, stinging the palms of Wojciech Szczęsny with a fierce shot.
Rafik Djebbour then headed straight at the Arsenal keeper from the resulting corner before Abdoun's mazy run created an opening for Torossidis, yet his tame attempt sailed over. Arsenal held firm and took the lead in the 38th minute when Gervinho broke down the right and picked out Rosický, who finished with aplomb with a side-footed effort. It was his first goal since the 3-0 home victory against AC Milan on 6 March.
Andrey Arshavin replaced Rosický at half-time and the diminutive Russian international nodded narrowly over from a Chamakh cross as Arsenal began strongly. Roy Carroll made a fine stop from Arshavin's strike as the Gunners looked for a second, while at the other end Szczęsny made a sprawling save to keep out Paulo Machado's header.
The Arsenal keeper could do little about Maniatis's close-range finish after 64 minutes, however, when the Olympiacos midfielder scored from Kostas Manolas's knock-down to net a deserved equaliser. Mitroglou replaced Abdoun in the 72nd minute and the substitute won the game barely 60 seconds later with a superb curling shot from the edge of the area.


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Svyatoslav Tsegolko, the spokesperson for the Head of State, wrote this on Twitter.
"The President is holding talks with the managing director of the Public Investment Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," the report reads.
As of 2017, the assets of the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia amounted $160 billion.
As reported, the program of the visit included meetings of the Ukrainian President with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, the Vice Prime Minister, Saudi Defense Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
During the meetings, the parties will discuss the issues of bilateral investment, trade, economic and military-technical cooperation.


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The title song is not really a great one, and just passes the regular Neeraj Shridhar number mark. While the next, Tik tuk tik tuk is an interesting one, not just because of additive music and lyrics but also Daler Mehndi.
The next, Neeraj Shridhar and Sunidhi’s Pardaa Nasheen, again is not too impressive, even though the melody of the song is nice.
The last song of the album, Shake it saiyyan, sung by Sunidhi Chauhan with Haji Springer is more like a remix album of the early 2000s, but sounds fine nonetheless. In fact the arrangements of the song are nice too, and overall it is one of the better songs of the album.
Interestingly, the two remixes there, for title song and shake it saiyyan, are both not bad as well.
Overall, Rascals is okay to listen on radio or in the movie IF you watch the movie, but I don’t think there is much worth buying in the album.


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The root and the History of the Sadiq Poultry (PVT) Ltd. go back to 1975, When Dr. Muhammad Sadiq, Established his first poultry farm.
The Company was incorporated on September 17, 2004 and is operating countrywide. The yearly turnover of Sadiq Poultry is over Rs. 4.5 billion. The strength of the Company exceeds 3000 personnel.

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In the heart of the Northern Rockies, one 500-mile stretch of highway connects the West’s most renowned blue-ribbon trout streams. It also passes through some of America’s most spectacular scenery—jagged peaks, bewitching deserts, shimmering waters in pristine forests – a region that draws anglers from all over the world to settings that restore the soul.
Download The Rocky Mountain Fly Highway mobile app and start planning your own journey of a lifetime.
Enjoy this preview of the Rocky Mountain Fly Highway on the Fall River in eastern Idaho/western Wyoming.
More than a dozen of the world’s best fly fishing streams are accessible from one remote section of back country highway. U.S. Highway 20 threads legendary rivers like the Yellowstone, the Madison, the Henry’s Fork and South Fork of the Snake River, Silver Creek and the Big Wood rivers. Along the way, it winds through some of America’s most stunning scenery…
The Rocky Mountain Fly Highway is narrated by Emmy Award winning actor, Tom Skerritt. You may recognize him from dozens of TV shows and films like Top Gun, Picket Fences, Ted, The Good Wife, and obviously our favorite, A River Runs Through It.
Veteran feature columnist Tim Woodward once again teams up with Wide Eye Productions on a major film project. Tim’s first foray into film came two years ago when he wrote and narrated the Emmy Award-winning documentary, “Idaho, the Movie.” We’re pleased to once again partner with Tim on “The Rocky Mountain Fly Highway.”


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|NYMAS Talk, November 7th -- "The Madero Revolution
On Friday, November 7th, NYMAS will host it's own Jim Dingeman, of Independent Network News, who will speak on "The Madero Revolution Mexico, 1910-1911."
NYMAS talks are free to the public. They are held at the CUNY Graduate Center, at 34th Street and Fifth Avenue, in midtown Manhattan.
Talks begin at 7:00 and last about two hours.


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“AN ENDLESS LINE” 2019
Acrylic dyed yellow and orange wool and painted white nails
89 x 50 x 36 inches
Displayed on the corner of the studio walls. This installation is creating an order and a system to intense, overwhelming negative states of mind and experiences such as paranoia, panic and stress. The work is displaying parallel constructions of wool as symbolic representations of symmetrical alignments happening in the brain through adding control to this chaotic process.