Mercury Levels Off the Chart in Some Shark Meat
In several species of shark, levels of toxic chemicals found to be 10 times higher than what's considered safe.
A sharp dietary warning emerged from the Sharks International Conference taking place in Durban, South Africa this week, iol Scitech reported. According to a presenter at the gathering, eating shark meat could kill you.
Southern Cross University researcher Jann Gilbert said that in three species of shark mercury and arsenic levels were found to be well above those considered safe by Australia and New Zealand's Food Standards Authority.
Gilbert examined shark meat samples from great white, sandbar and dusky species and found toxic metals in all three. Mercury levels alone were 10 times above safe levels in two of the species, she reported.
How do sharks come by such quantities of the toxic material? According to Kady Lyons, from the University of Calgary, it's thanks to sharks being top-of-the-food-chain creatures that eat widely of whatever appeals to them, accumulating and spreading the toxins along the way.
If sharks feed too close to coastlines of large cities or places where there is lots of agricultural waste, they'll pick up the toxins from their prey. Mother sharks will even pass on chemicals such as DDT to their babies through their fatty tissue.
Hundreds of millions of sharks are killed each year for food consumption. Gilbert cautioned against eating sharks longer than 5 feet and warned that pregnant women should protect their babies in the womb by not consuming shark meat more frequently than every two weeks.
Sept. 5, 2012
-- Five rays and sharks are receiving priority attention at this week's IUCN World Conservation Congress held in Jeju, Republic of Korea. The congress is the world's largest conservation event. One of the five sharks is the porbeagle, shown here. Porbeagles are vulnerable globally, and are classified as critically endangered in the Northeast Atlantic. Their low reproductive capacity combined with over-fishing has led to severe population declines over several parts of its range. "Sharks and rays have traveled the Earth for more than 400 million years," said Dr. Cristián Samper, president and CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society and keynote speaker at the Jeju congress. "Yet, in only recent decades, many of these species have become threatened from overfishing and, in some instances, have disappeared entirely from major portions of their range." He added, "The potential loss of one of only two groups of the world's living fishes is a crisis the world community must take decisive action to address. We are calling for governments around the world to vigorously support CITES international trade regulations and strengthen fisheries management and protection measures for shark and ray species. We cannot continue to allow the destruction of these wonders of evolution."
Manta Rays Fate Worse Than Sharks
The oceanic whitetip shark is critically endangered in the Northwest and Central Atlantic Ocean. It's frequently sought after for its fins, used to make shark fin soup. Usually the rest of the dead or dying shark is then tossed back into the sea. Andrew Brierley, a University of St. Andrews marine ecologist, told Discovery News that when sharks like this die off, the deaths can cause a domino effect of other ecosystem losses. Shellfish, for example, may go into decline because they are consumed more by predators that the sharks would normally prey upon. "The trophic cascade brought about by the increasing demand for shark fin soup has not only left once economically valuable bivalve fisheries in crisis, but has precipitated an ecological and culinary bankruptcy," explained Brierley.
Scalloped hammerhead sharks are endangered all around the globe. This tropical species forms large migratory schools at certain times of the year. The aggregating behavior, distinct from that of other sharks, makes the shark particularly vulnerable to fishing. "We estimate that many millions of sharks are killed annually through both legal and illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing for the trade in fins, the prime ingredient in shark fin soup," said Dr. Rachel Graham, director of WCS's Gulf and Caribbean Sharks and Rays Program. "The high price for fins has caused the global shark fishery to expand far beyond what is sustainable. The need for international regulation and enforcement has never been greater."
Shark Paradise Found
Many rays, such as these, are also in peril. The Wildlife Conservation Society and over 35 government agencies and NGO partners at the congress additionally highlighted population loss problems associated with so-called "devil rays," which feed on planktonic crustaceans. Small schooling fishes become trapped on their specialized gill rakers. Rays are frequently captured in target fisheries and as bycatch across much of their range. One reason is that the gill rakers are dried and exported for the Asian medicinal market.
The reef manta ray, shown here, is among the world's largest fishes. Both it and the giant manta ray can grow several feet across. They are slow growing, however, typically giving birth to only one pup every two to three years. They are migratory and occur in small, highly fragmented populations that are sparsely distributed across the world’s tropics. Manta rays are captured in targeted fisheries and incidentally as bycatch. In addition, manta rays are used for human consumption, shark bait, and -- as for devil rays -- are increasingly sought for their gill rakers. "The international trade in shark and ray products, including fins, meat, and other body parts, is driving shark and ray fisheries around the world, and most of these are unmanaged or only minimally managed," said Dr. John Robinson, WCS's executive vice president for Conservation and Science. "Lack of controls on fisheries and international trade puts species at risk, but also jeopardizes sustainable fisheries, ecosystems, and food security." The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora will meet in Thailand in March 2013.
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I have a thing for meal box kits. Hello Fresh, Every Plate, Gobble, Dinnerly…I’m working my way through them all and having a delicious time doing it. And while it definitely makes it convenient to already know what’s for dinner, there’s an added benefit I wasn’t expecting – my cooking has improved as I learn new tricks and techniques from each different box. I often find myself using these new cooking techniques on nights when I have to come up with dinner on my own, so I’m sharing my favorite tricks I’ve learned from cooking boxes.
Cooking Techniques Learned from Meal Box Kits
Roast All the Things
I don’t know how I’ve gone so long without knowing how easy it is to roast vegetables in the oven. It’s usually set around 400 degrees, depending on the vegetables, and takes 15-20 minutes. You just toss them with a bit of olive oil, then salt and pepper, and spread them on a baking sheet. After they’re done, you can toss them with another flavor, like parmesan, or lime zest. Sweet Potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, potatoes, carrots, onions and even green beans are all delicious roasted.
Separate the Whites from the Greens
A lot of these recipes come with green onions and the very first step is always to “chop the green onions and separate the whites from the greens.” This is something I’ve done for a long time, but I did learn a new use for the whites: They work well to give rice some flavor if you sauté them in butter before adding the water and rice to the same pot. And the greens are always a great topper for your meal or salad. I always cut them with enough of the bottom left to stick them in a little cup of water and grow them all over again. You can get more than one use out of each onion if the roots are still attached.
And if you are wondering about the green onion vs scallion debate, yes they are basically the same thing and you can use one or the other. I read one article that broke it down saying they were actually slightly different (one producing a bulb and one not), and another said only the names were different in different regions. The important thing is that they are interchangeable in any recipe. The one thing that similar, but is actually different, is chives! Those are not the same thing.
There’s More than One Kind of Couscous
Regular couscous is often mistaken for a grain, but it’s actually a form of pasta that’s made from a mixture of semolina and water and rolled in very tiny pieces. But there’s a bigger version! Israeli or pearl couscous is made from the same thing, but in larger more round pieces, which is where the name “pearl” comes from. It’s called Israeli couscous because it was invented in Israel and actually has a pretty interesting history! Some of the best couscous recipes I’ve found call for Israeli couscous, and it gives a totally different texture experience. You can spice it up and add things to it the same as regular couscous, but you can also add heartier ingredients like tomato sauce.
Don’t Squeeze, Zest!
If you want a bigger hit of citrus flavor, you want to zest the peel of the lemon or lime along with squeezing in a bit of juice. The zest can be mixed into rice, noodles or even tossed with your roasted veggies! It’s worth the extra step.
Meatballs are for More than Spaghetti
I have a pretty good meatball recipe I use, but I always make it when serving spaghetti. Hello Fresh has sent several dinners involving meatballs that are totally different. One of my favorites is Firecracker Pork Meatballs, served with ginger rice. So don’t get stuck in a rut with your meatballs. Experiment with using them as a main dish rather than a topping or side.
Little Things Make a Big Difference
Sometimes when making these meal box dinners, you may find yourself wondering if you really need to do all the little steps. The answer is no, you can totally skip the little stuff, but I don’t recommend it. It’s those little extra steps that really make a difference! I almost skipped a step last night on our burgers – making a garlic butter, brushing it on the bun and then toasting it. I am so glad I didn’t! It was pretty amazing, and I’m definitely going to add that little trick to my dinner repertoire.
Do you have a favorite meal delivery box? Leave me a comment! I’m always looking for new ones to try. I love learning new recipes and making things I might not normally think to make.
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A recent report from Spiegel International contends that the global temperature rise has leveled off since year 2000. I find this dismaying. Scientists have long known that warmer climates mean greater biodiversity. For example, the famous Arctic National Wildlife Refuge on Alaska”s north slope covers 18 million acres, but counts just 32 land mammal species, zero amphibians and reptiles, 191 birds and about 300 plants.
By contrast, Big Bend National Park (in the deserts of West Texas), at less than 1 million acres, counts 75 mammal species, 450 birds, 67 amphibians and reptiles and 1,200 plants.
Further south, Costa Rica, a country just two-thirds the size of Alaska”s huge refuge, counts 212 species of mammals, 857 birds, 385 amphibians and reptiles and 9,000 plant species.
People love biodiversity, as evidenced by the number of visitors to each locale. Costa Rica received 2 million in 2007, and Big Bend National Park 350,000, while the Arctic Refuge received just 1,500 visitors.
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My experience with growing carrots has hitherto not been crowned with glory. Most often the Carrot Root Fly did so much damage that the crop was very sparse. So much so that I gave up growing carrots altogether. Even when I covered them with Enviromesh they didn't do very well. I felt that the mesh prevented enough light getting to the veg underneath, and it was hard to apply the correct amount of water. And then I won a tall wooden planter, and my fortunes changed.
The planter enables me to grow carrots about three feet above ground level, thus avoiding the worst of the low-flying flies. It's not 100% effective, but still much better than anything else I have tried. I sow the carrot seeds into black plastic crates, two of which which fit neatly into the planter. This means that I can replace them whenever I need to. Last year I over-wintered the Strawberries in it.
I started growing carrots this way 3 years ago. The first year I had modest success (I considered that anything was better than nothing); last year the crop was poor because of the dull wet conditions during Summer, but this year it has all come good. I sowed three different types of carrot seed, all miniature / fast-growing types rather than maincrop ones, simply because space is so limited. I chose "Mini Finger", "Mignon" and "Amsterdam III Sprint". One of the boxes had just Mignon, but the other box had a mix of the other two types.
"Mignon" produced a very small amount of foliage and I though it wasn't doing very well, but when I pulled the first one to see what they were like I was pleasantly surprised. There was a lovely crop of short plump carrots:
They were also the first to mature. Sown on 29th March and first ones harvested on 13th July.
In retrospect I realise that the ones I labelled in a previous post"Amsterdam III Sprint" were more likely "Mini Finger". They are very long and slender. (Like a pianist's fingers maybe!)
Now I have harvested the first carrots of the third variety, which I'm pretty sure is "Amsterdam III Sprint" (Yes, I know I have said that before...)
These ones are the biggest of the three types - almost big enough to be a maincrop type. Again, I was surprised to see how big they were: from above they don't look much, when when they come out of the ground they are bigger than I had dared to hope.
As my photos demonstrate, the carrots have all been well-nigh perfect. There have been literally a couple with a bit of fly damage, but not enough to be significant. I seriously believe that my success with these carrots is due to their elevation. They were not protected in any other way, and they were grown in perfectly normal proprietary compost. I think that the weather may have played a part (it usually does). Perhaps the very cold conditions in the Spring meant a late arrival for the flies, and the warm sunny weather during July helped the carrots to grow strongly and get big. Whatever the reason, I consider this year's carrot crop to have been a huge success.

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e-volo Developing Personal Electric VTOL Aircraft
A two-seat personal VTOL aircraft under development by the German company e-volo could result in the creation of a new category in aviation in that country, the company said recently on its web site.
The company is developing an aircraft powered by multiple rotors driven by electric motors dubbed the VC200. It successfully demonstrated a prototype, the VC1, last year. e-volo manager Alexander Zosel said that a new category would need to be created in order for the aircraft to be allowed to fly in German airspace.
The company's goal is to have a provisional airworthiness certificate approved for the Volocopter by the middle of this year to be able to begin with test flights for the trial program as soon as possible. The test flights will take place on the glider airfield in Bruchsal, where the factory of the DG Flugzeugbau (DG Aircraft Construction) is located. DG Aircraft Construction handles the production of the carbon fiber bodywork of the VC200.
The company is working with the German Ultralight Aircraft Association (DULV), the German Sports Aircraft Association (DAeC) and the German Federal Aviation Office (LBA) on the creation of a new manufacturing specification for the Volocopter, including legal regulations (where and when the Volocopter has permission to fly), and the training specifications for future pilots of the Volocopter.
The aircraft would be designated as an ultralight, meaning under German rules a private pilot certificate would be required to fly the Volocopter. The company says that people with the proper certificate "will be able to fly e-volo’s Volocopter in the near future." The German federal ministry of economics and technology recently granted €2 million ($2.69 million) as a subsidy for the project's development.
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The film star reveals he was told to hide his sexuality by Hollywood execs
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Elliot Page came out in his infamous speech at the Human Rights Campaign’s Time To Thrive conference back in 2014 and has been a huge queer icon since then, speaking out on LGBTQI issues left, right and centre.
In a new interview with Porter, Elliot has opened up about his experiences of being told to hide his sexuality and pressured to dress a certain way by Hollywood executives.
He said: “I was distinctly told, by people in the industry, when I started to become known: People cannot know you’re gay.”
“And I was pressured – forced in many cases – to always wear dresses and heels for events and photo shoots. As if lesbians don’t wear dresses and heels.”
“But I will never let anyone put me in anything I feel uncomfortable in ever again.”
He went on to say that coming out in Hollywood was now “different to 10 years ago”. “I remember being in my early 20s and really believing it was impossible for me to come out. But, over time, with more representation, hearts and minds have been changed.”
“It doesn’t happen quickly enough and it hasn’t happened enough, particularly for the most marginalised in the community. But things have got better.”
He described himself as being “very, very, very closeted” in the first decade of his career and said even when he had accepted his sexuality and began dating women, he would make his girlfriends leave through different exits to hide from the media.
It’s amazing to see how far Elliot has come on his journey of accepting his sexuality and how he has moved past the homophobia he faced in Hollywood. These days his Instagram is filled with cute couple pics with wife, Emma Portner, and we can’t get enough. Keep waving your rainbow flag in the face of adversity, Elliot. You’re an inspiration to us all!
This article was edited in December 2020 to reflect Elliot’s change of name and pronouns.
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Tegan Marie (born on October 25, 2003) is an American country singer-songwriter and YouTube star. Her most famous songs are Keep It Lit, I Know How to Make a Boy Cry, Lucky Me and many more
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Born on October 25, 2003, Tegan Marie is a name that is making waves in the world of country music. This American country singer and songwriter has captured the hearts of many with her soulful voice and relatable lyrics. Not only is she known for her musical talents, but she has also carved a niche for herself in the world of YouTube. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the journey of Tegan Marie, from her early days to becoming a rising star in both the country music scene and the online world.
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Osteomyelitis: When Is Specialized Wound Care or Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Indicated?
October 16, 2023
When a patient with diabetes develops osteomyelitis, or a bone infection of the foot, early diagnosis and treatment can help avoid serious outcomes. When an infection develops in ulcerated soft tissues, it can quickly spread to the bone. A lack of blood flow deprives the area of bacteria-fighting oxygen, putting the patient at risk of bone death and amputation.
It is estimated that more than 20 percent of individuals with diabetic foot ulcers will develop osteomyelitis. Many of these patients have diabetic neuropathy, which causes a loss of sensation in the lower limbs. Chronic wounds can develop and fester for weeks or months without the patient feeling any pain.
In the general population, osteomyelitis can also develop after a puncture wound or trauma, or as a complication after joint replacement. Patients who are on hemodialysis and the immunocompromised are also at higher risk. To complicate matters further, some individuals can be more vulnerable to osteomyelitis because of the rise in antibiotic resistance to bacteria.
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Common symptoms of osteomyelitis include swelling and redness, a burning sensation, skin drainage (yellow pus), fatigue, fever, and pain. It’s important to diagnose and treat the condition quickly not only to prevent amputation, but to stop the development of chronic refractory osteomyelitis, which requires ongoing care.
Osteomyelitis is diagnosed by performing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), obtaining a bone culture, bone scan or bone biopsy. In addition, blood tests may reveal elevated levels of white blood cells and other factors indicating that the body is fighting infection.
Information for Diabetics
It’s important for individuals with diabetes to pay special attention to the legs and feet and examine them daily. The bony structures in these areas are particularly vulnerable to osteomyelitis and foot complications are the most frequent reason for patients with diabetes to be hospitalized. In fact, approximately 60 percent of diabetic foot ulcers are complicated by an infection and more than two thirds of these patients will suffer from a lower limb amputation.
When to Seek Help
If a wound has not healed within 30 days or is complex and needs additional management, it’s important to consider referral to a wound care physician. If osteomyelitis is suspected, special care will be taken to diagnose and aggressively treat the infection in order to prevent the condition from deteriorating and leading to possible amputation.
Treatment Options, Including Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
The first line of treatment includes aggressive antibiotics and surgical debridement to clean out the infected bone. Sometimes antibiotics and traditional wound care practices do not penetrate the bone adequately enough to heal it and the condition becomes chronic (lasting 6 weeks or longer) and refractive (nonresponsive to treatment). In these cases, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) may be prescribed in conjunction with an antibiotic regimen. HBOT, coupled with the management of comorbidities, nutritional and vascular assessments and offloading, will help address any other barriers to healing and improve outcomes.
During HBOT the patient is given 100 percent oxygen at higher than atmospheric pressure in a hyperbaric chamber with a technician nearby. Increased oxygen in the bloodstream greatly enhances the ability of white blood cells to kill bacteria, reduce swelling and allow new blood vessels to grow more rapidly into affected areas including the tissues and bones. Typically, 20-40 HBOT sessions are required to achieve sustained therapeutic benefit for patients with osteomyelitis. Physicians should be aware of HBOT and consider this therapy for appropriate patients.
If you or someone you know has a wound that is not healing or if osteomyelitis is suspected, we’re here to help them heal. Contact the Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbarics at Southwestern Medical Center or call 580-531-6441.

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Woman in park rescue
A woman was rescued from a gorge at Karijini National Park after she lost her footing and fell into a shallow pool of water, hitting her head on a rock.
The woman, aged in her 60s, was lifted on a stretcher from the pool in Hancock Gorge on Saturday afternoon and taken to Tom Price Hospital.
Police say the woman had stepped down into a pool of shallow water and lost her footing, causing her to stumble forward and bump her head on a rock.
She suffered minor concussion and grazing and was released from hospital on Monday.
Tom Price and Newman SES, Tom Price SES cadets, St John Ambulance officers and Parks and Wildlife rangers attended the scene.


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Nahhh... there are more to it than just age.
if this guy have all sisters as siblings, he tends to be more gentle too. Hence more sensitive to the needs of female as well.
if the horoscope or Chinese Zodiac of this guy is of a softer nature. He can be just as caring or even more caring than some females.
even the upbringing of the guy, how the parents 'drill' values into him, matters too.
I have friends who have older hubby / boyfriend, instead of caring for the wife/gf, ended up hurting the wife/gf through all sorts of ways, emotionally and physically....
so nope. dont't agree.

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Utopia P2P Crack Ecosystem – Multi-Purpose Encrypted Tools Set
Utopia P2P Crack; Do you realize that you allow privacy infringement every time you use instant messaging and communication applications? Commonly used services monitor your interactions and collect data about your device. Some of them can access your contacts list, camera roll, and call recording. Frustrating.
Utopia P2P Crack; Data brokers and companies sell their datasets to individuals for a considerable amount. Online marketing campaigns affect your mind because they have made your image out of digital behavior. How do we stop web espionage and cybercrime?
Utopia’s p2p ecosystem provides its users with various options to securely transfer data. Every day arsenal of communications, online shopping, and business uses advanced encryption – find out the details below!
How does UTOPIA’s P2P ecosystem protect users online?
Utopia is a closed environment in itself that integrates the core online arsenal: messenger, email, wallet, Idyll browser, and mining bot. What is unique? Users are rewarded every 15 minutes for using the service (described below), and all the tools listed can be arranged in one window. The main selling points are:
- Advanced encryption. Swift Elliptic Curve25519, 256-bit AES protects all onboard operations and storage. messenger and other tools are encrypted by default, unlike popular communication apps.
- Anonymity. Registration never requires a phone number, email, address, or even a name. A unique key that functions similarly to a QR code acts as a nickname for the user.
- There is no primary server. Utopia never handles and never stores private information due to decentralization. Side companies will not have access to confidential files and messages.
- The in-house mailbox allows you to send and receive letters within Utopia. The email service is suitable for work, thanks to Templates. Develop a pattern for common letters to rush the correspondence!
- Transfer coins, shop in crypto, or use the merchant interface! The domestic wallet is the all-in-one financial center. View the balance while communicating!
- It guarantees secure page surfing within the Utopia ecosystem. Moreover, you can design a website on Utopia without specific knowledge – try it right away!
- Run the Bot to get Cryptons (domestic coins) 4 times an hour. The number of devices is not limited to your income!
- All in all, we hope you got enough reasons to join the privacy-conscious community right now. Download Utopia for the desktop to transfer data anonymously and got rewarded for that!
Utopia P2P Crack Ecosystem – Multi-Purpose Encrypted Tools Set From FullCrackz links given below


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Come early, before 5pm to view the work before the lecture!
Galleries open: 11:00am–5:00pm
Bar opens: 4:30pm
Lecture commences: 5:00pm
Join us in the final days of The Theatre is Lying for a unique opportunity to hear from Sydney-based collaborators Anna Breckon and Nat Randall. In this keynote lecture the duo will explore the intersection of live performance, video and film in a gallery context as they deep dive into the construction and development of their major new work Rear view 2018 commissioned by ACCA for The Theatre is Lying: The inaugural Macfarlane Commissions.
Filmmaker and writer Anna Breckon and artist and performer Nat Randall have worked collaboratively since 2014, producing works that are evocative of both the live and the cinematic, by drawing on Breckon’s history of film criticism, filmmaking and film theory, and Randall’s experience with durational models of performance practice.
Breckon and Randall’s new commission Rear view continues the artists’ interest in durational or time-based performance, while flirting with the endless representational loop of film and video art. Ostensibly a road movie with all the clichés of the genre, Rear view depicts two women on a road trip from Broken Hill to the town of Wilcannia in country New South Wales. The script is constructed from hundreds of citational excerpts from the history of Australian and Hollywood cinema in which women appear in cars, tightly framed, referencing dialogue, gesture and forms of emotional expression, and bringing together the high, low and middle in such a way that might be best described as anti-discerning, comically reflecting on post-modern taste hierarchies.
Rear view follows the success of their critically-acclaimed twenty-four-hour live performance work The Second Woman, which premiered at the 2016 Next Wave festival in Melbourne and has since been performed nationally and internationally.


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When: Wed., April 30, 7 p.m. 2014
Learn the ancient art of henna! In this class we will discuss henna from a geographical, historical and cultural aspect. We will learn what henna is, how to make it and get some hands-on time practicing drawing techniques. Each student will also receive a sample design by the teacher, Robin. Participants will be able to use a multitude of henna supplies during class – including cone applicator materials, glitter, aftercare spray as well as a cone of henna to take home!


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Whether it’s you, family members, friends, co-workers or neighbors, cancer has touched many of us in one way or another. At Caris Life Sciences, we understand a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming at times and are here to support you and your physician obtain as much molecular information as possible about your cancer to make the most informed treatment decisions.
Caris was founded with a very simple but powerful purpose – to help improve the lives of as many people as possible. Our advanced molecular profiling approach analyzes your DNA, RNA and proteins to better understand your cancer at the molecular level. This information can help your oncologist better understand where the error in the cells may be occurring and what treatments may be the most effective.
Below are several resources and tools that provide additional information about cancer and molecular profiling, as well as important testing documents to begin molecular profiling.
If you are a patient or caregiver and have questions about Caris molecular profiling please contact us today.


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Handmade Herat Oriental Indo Cheetah-print Wool Rug (India) - 7'6" x 9'6"
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ITEM#: 15865535Hand-crafted in India the 'Lawrence' cheetah rug is the true definition of craftsmanship. Each rug is hand-tufted using only the finest 100-percent virgin wool and is defined by the perfect color combination, to meet all of your decorating needs.
- Space-dyed yarns for added texture
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- Secondary colors: Camel, milk chocolate brown, caramel, dark chocolate brown, light mocha brown
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Top 10 Home Decor Trends for 2018
From rich blues and cool marble to mixed patterns and sultry velvet, we're bringing you the latest and greatest trends to try at home. Whether you're looking for a total refresh with sleek Scandinavian design, or want to punch up your style with bold graphic prints, we've got design inspiration to help you reinvent your living space.
8 Essentials for a Modern Global Look
When you blend the crisp minimalism of Modern decor with eclectic Global flavor, you get a uniquely balanced decorating style. Not messy but not clean, Modern Global decor reflects a mature approach to free-spirited Bohemian sensibilities and practical Modernism. From textures and colors to furniture design, Modern Global home decor is a chic marriage of two very different styles.
How to Incorporate Black-and-White Decor in Your Home
Black-and-white home decor is one of this year’s biggest home trends. This color combination is a classic for a reason. Not only does it work with a variety of patterns, but it goes with almost every interior design style. Whether you’re looking for big or small ways to incorporate this trend into your home, these black-and-white home decor ideas will get you started.
6 Ways a Designer Would Decorate Your Patio
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Decorating with Grey Color Schemes
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Drenching storm could end with some snow in Northeast
Umbrellas and snow shovels may be needed in part of the Northeast this weekend and into the start of next week as a large storm delivers rain, wind and a bit of snow to the region.
Large weekend storm to sweep through eastern U.S
A widespread warmup will precede a major storm that will drench more than two dozen states from the Gulf of Mexico through the Great Lakes and into Canada. Some areas could even get a bit of snow.
Looking back at 2023 hurricane season
When it comes to the number of tropical systems in a season, 2023 was one of the most active ever recorded. But if you weren't paying attention, it could have been easy to miss. What caused the strange combo?
Top astronomy events for December 2023
From the best meteor shower of the year to the changing seasons, get ready for the top astronomy events for the month of December.
How weather challenges can limit supply of Christmas trees
As we approach the peak of the holiday season, many Christmas tree farms have already sold out of trees.
Forecast clearing up for iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
If you'll be in New York to watch the nation's favorite Thanksgiving parade, you'll want to layer up, but there should be no rain in sight. Here's an in-depth forecast.
Massive storm to hammer eastern U.S ahead of Thanksgiving
A large storm could create headaches for folks planning to travel across the eastern United States in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving dinner prices drop despite weather challenges
Grocery prices for this year's Thanksgiving dinner dropped, even though many farmers faced challenging weather and rising costs.
Cleanup underway in Florida following rainstorm
Floridians are cleaning up after a massive soaking rain that packed a punch and set records. AccuWeather correspondent Leslie Hudson is in Miami Beach, Florida, and has the latest.
Gas costs less, plane tickets cost more this Thanksgiving
Travel experts say people driving to see family this Thanksgiving will pay less for fuel this year, but people flying are paying more for plane tickets.
Combating low water levels on the Mississippi River
Crews are working to create channels big enough to move large barges up and down the Mississippi River.
Hurricane Otis poses catastrophic risk to Mexico
Hurricane Otis is a very rare 5 on the AccuWeather RealImpact™ Scale, posing catastrophic risk for the metropolitan area of Acapulco.
Winter storm brings snow to the North West
Temperatures will plunge across the West as a significant storm unleashes near-blizzard conditions across parts of the northern Rockies and Plains.
Death Valley National Park partially reopens
Following record-breaking flooding in Death Valley National Park in August, visitors can once again enter the iconic desert.
Tropical storm Norma bring heavy rain to Mexico
A new tropical system has developed in the eastern Pacific Ocean, and moisture from the storm could eventually trigger significant rainfall in part of the central United States.


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I've been a horrible blogger. This past summer was full of adventure which I failed to document and share. My only hope is to briefly bring you up to speed and promise to be a more diligent contributor moving forward.
Since my multimedia skills are lacking, I will forgo the time-elapsed music montage, recapping the highlights of the past 4 months, and instead share a series of images sans 1980's backtrack.
JUNE: CMA Music Festival - Nashville, Tennessee
One pop-up trailer, three girls and four nights of country music.
JULY: Salkentay Trek to Machu Picchu - Peru
Spent over two weeks with my friend Alex exploring the Sacred Valley, hiking through the Andes, and visiting one of the Wonders of the World. A once in a lifetime experience.
AUGUST: Family Vacation - Charlestown, RI
SEPTEMBER: Farm Bakery - North Andover, MA
Have been spending the Fall season working on a beautiful farm, baking copious amounts of pies and slinging apple cider donuts.
It has been too long, sorry for my extended absence!

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Works about Wilson
- "Sketch of Alexander Wilson", in Popular Science Monthly Volume 36, January 1890
- “Wilson, Alexander,” in A Short Biographical Dictionary of English Literature by John William Cousin, London: J. M. Dent & Sons, 1910.
- “Wilson, Alexander (1766-1813),” in Dictionary of National Biography, London: Smith, Elder, & Co., (1885–1900) in 63 vols.
- “Wilson, Alexander,” The New Student's Reference Work, Chicago: F.E. Compton and Co., 1914.

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A study in the United States has found a link between higher parental age and the likelihood of first born children of older parents developing autism. The study, Advanced Parental Age and the Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder, by Maureen S. Durkin, Matthew J. Maenner, Craig J. Newschaffer, Li-Ching Lee, Christopher M. Cunniff, Julie L. Daniels, Russell S. Kirby, Lewis Leavitt, Lisa Miller, Walter Zahorodny, and Laura A. Schieve is published in the advance access section of the online edition of the American Journal of Epidemiology, October 21, 2008.
The study defined "older" parents as mothers aged 35 or older and fathers aged 40 or older (maternal age 35, paternal age 40 years). The risk of developing ASD increased significantly with each 10-year increase in both maternal age and paternal age. Each 10-year increase in maternal age was associated with a 20% increase in ASD risk while each 10-year increase in paternal age was associated with a 30% increase in ASD risk.
The study also confirmed earlier studies showing greater risk of ASD development amongst first born children of older parents:
"The risk of ASD within each of 3 parental age categories (both parents "younger," 1 parent "older," and both parents "older") was highest among firstborn children and declined with increasing birth order" ....... The results of this study provide the most compelling evidence to date that ASD risk increases with both maternal and paternal age and decreases with birth order."
What I find curious is the greater risk of autism development amongst firstborn children given that the parental age will always be greater amongst the subsequently born children than amongst first born. The authors of the study offer no conclusion on this point but provide several existing hypotheses as possible explanations:
The observation in this and at least 2 previous studies (2, 4) that the risk of developing ASD was highest for firstborn children and declined with increasing birth order is a pattern also observed for other childhood disorders, including type I diabetes and atopy, and is cited as support for the "hygiene hypothesis." According to this hypothesis, firstborn children are exposed to fewer infections from other children early in childhood and, because of delayed immunologic challenge, may be more likely to develop autoimmune responses including those that may adversely affect neurodevelopment (29). Another possible factor that could lead to the observed birth-order effect is exposure to potentially neurotoxic, fat-soluble chemicals accumulated in maternal tissue that have been passed to offspring transplacentally or through breast milk (30). Because of accumulation over a lifetime, the load of such neurotoxins transmitted might be expected to be highest for firstborn children, particularly when combined with advanced maternal age. Another possible explanation for the observed birth order effect is "stoppage" or a tendency for parents of 1 child with ASD not to have subsequent children because of the demands of parenting a child with a disability or concerns about genetic susceptibility (31), thus increasing the likelihood in the cohort as a whole that a child with ASD will have a low birth order. Information available for the present study did not allow examination of these hypotheses.
I was 42 when my younger son Conor, subsequently diagnosed with Autistic Disorder, was born. As an older father within the definition of this study I hope that this line of study continues to be explored objectively and professionally and is not derailed or distorted by the anger, from all "sides", that afflicts much public discussion of autism causes and treatments.
Anyone interested in following this issue in the "blogosphere" should check out the blog AUTISM PREVENTION FATHER BABIES 25-33 PATERNAL AGE IS A KEY IN NON-FAMILIAL AUTISMVaccines by concernedheart which is listed on my Autism Blog List in the right side bar of this blog. Concernedheart has been following this area for awhile and updates regularly.autism

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Centralini MH, Switchboard Cases
Electrical switchboards designed to become furnishing elements rather than technical components to be hidden. Characterized by a great formal care and a rigorous line, they adapt in any home and work environment. They are designed with a particular care for colors and finishes. The semitransparent protection door allows the perception of sound and light for monitoring and control. The opening of the door stops in the upper position to allow easier operation.
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An experimental two-part vaccine was not able to prevent chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in a mid-stage study, according to a presentation at the recent IDWeek 2019 conference in Washington, DC.
Professor Andrea Cox of Johns Hopkins University reported that study participants who received the prime-boost vaccine were no less likely to develop chronic infection than placebo recipients, but they did show stronger immune responses against the virus.
Successful treatment of hepatitis C reduces new infections, as people who are cured can no longer transmit the virus. But despite a dramatic improvement in the cure rate since the advent of direct-acting antivirals, many experts believe that the World Health Organization goal of eliminating hepatitis C as a global public health threat can only be achieved with a vaccine.
Yet efforts to develop an effective HCV vaccine have been hampered by several challenges including the high variability of the virus – which has also stymied HIV vaccine development – and incomplete natural immunity.
Around a quarter of people with acute HCV infection are able to clear the virus spontaneously without treatment, while the remainder develop chronic, or long-term infection lasting more than six months. Unlike hepatitis A and B, people who clear hepatitis C naturally or are cured with antivirals can become infected again. However, those who are infected a second time typically have lower HCV viral load. And, as Cox explained at the 2016 International Symposium on Hepatitis Care in Substance Users in Oslo, the magnitude and breadth of T-cell responses increase and the likelihood of spontaneous clearance rises with each subsequent infection.
At IDWeek, Cox presented findings from a phase I/II clinical trial (NCT01436357) evaluating a dual prime-boost vaccine strategy for HCV prevention.
The vaccine regimen involves a recombinant chimpanzee adenovirus 3 vector prime vaccine (known as AdCh3NSmut1) followed by a recombinant modified vaccinia Ankara booster (MVA-NSMut HCV), both genetically engineered to encode nonstructural proteins from genotype 1b HCV.
The study included 455 participants age 18 to 45 who were at risk for HCV through injection drug use. Nearly 80% were men and about 60% were white. They were enrolled at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, the University of California at San Francisco and the University of New Mexico.
Participants were randomly assigned to receive the prime-boost regimen or placebo injections administered at the start of the study and eight weeks later. The researchers monitored vaccine safety, immunogenicity (ability to stimulate immune responses) and ability to prevent chronic HCV infection.
The overall incidence of HCV infection after six months of follow-up was 13 cases per 100 person-years, Cox reported. She noted that this was lower than expected, likely because study participants in both arms received counselling and referral to syringe programmes, addiction treatment and other harm reduction services.
However, the study found no difference between vaccine and placebo arms in the likelihood of developing chronic infection, with 14 cases in both groups.
The vaccine did seem to stimulate immune responses against the virus. Among the participants who received the active vaccine, 78% generated T-cell responses to at least one of the encoded HCV antigens. And people who became infected in this group had lower peak HCV viral load, on average.
The vaccine combination was generally safe and well tolerated, Cox said, with no serious vaccine-related adverse events. More people who received the active vaccine reported adverse events compared with placebo recipients (81% vs 59%), mostly attributable to injection site reactions.
The vaccine candidate "elicited robust immune responses without evident safety concerns, but did not provide protection against chronic HCV infection," the researchers concluded, adding that this study demonstrates the feasibility of conducting rigorous vaccine research among people who inject drugs.
Cox A et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled efficacy trial of a vaccine to prevent chronic hepatitis C virus infection in an at-risk population. IDWeek, Washington, DC, abstract LB10, 2019.
Update: Following the conference presentation, this study was published in a peer-reviewed journal:
Page K et al. Randomized Trial of a Vaccine Regimen to Prevent Chronic HCV Infection. New England Journal of Medicine, 384: 541-549, February 2021.


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'The Only Person Out Here Within A Mile': Turkey Hunting Gives Minnesotans Relief During COVID-19For Minnesota hunters stuck inside, the turkey season offers an opportunity to engage with the outdoors.
DNR Eases Restrictions On Spring Turkey Hunting LicensesTurkey seasons runs from April 15 to May 31. The season is divided into six hunting periods (A through F).
Gov. Tim Walz Heads To Northfield For 1st Governor's Turkey HuntGov. Tim Walz travels to Northfield on Saturday for the first-ever Minnesota Governor's Turkey Hunt.
New Turkey Regulations To Give Hunters More ChancesThe state's spring turkey-hunting time periods will be longer than before, all will include weekends, and more will be available to each hunter, the Department of Natural Resources announced. Five one-week periods will be followed by one longer period ending May 31.
DNR Offers Turkey Hunting Tips For Areas Near Bird FluTurkey hunting season starts Wednesday in Minnesota, and the Department of Natural Resources is offering a few precautionary tips for areas near turkey farms struck by the bird flu.
58 Birdshot Pellets Hit Hunter, Drives Himself To SafetyA Washington County sheriff's commander said he's lucky to be alive after getting shot in the face.
Northwest Sports Show Helps Conjure Up Thoughts Of SummerThe annual Northwest Sports Show has good timing with this long winter. People really want to dream warm thoughts.


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If you’re looking for some new and trendy long nail design ideas, you’ve come to the right place. Creating a stunning design for your long nails isn’t as difficult as you think. There are many designs, each unique combination of colors and styles. A few simple ideas include a contrasting color or design on the base and a solid pastel on the accent nail. You can even get fancy and paint your nails yourself!
A simple design can be as simple as a squiggly line and a bold color in a neutral shade. If unsure about the technique, start with a neutral base color and use nail stickers to recreate a leafy design. For a fun look, try abstract nail art—layer earthy hues with darker outlines for visual interest. Or, try a colorful sorbet on a long nail! This classic multi-color design is a fun choice for an afternoon out with friends.
To add some sparkle to your nails, try using glitter. It is easy to recreate this design using long nails. For example, apply a soft pink base coat, and then use accent nails in various pastel shades. The best long nail designs are a combination of style and ease of application. So whether you’re into bold patterns or understated elegance, read on for inspiration. You’re sure to find a look you love!
Pastel Purple Long Nails Design
When you think of pastel nail designs, you probably think of the soft, muted shades of purple. These colors have been trending for years and work well with any outfit, whether you want to add a little quirk to your look.
If you’d instead go for a monochromatic look, pastel purple is the perfect color for you. You can also get creative by incorporating metallic gold accents on your fingertips.
Long Coffin Glittery Nails
These gorgeous nails can be applied in many ways and are an easy way to add shimmer and sparkle to your look. For the week, wear a neutral pink like baby pink or rose, and for the evening out, try a light, refined cloudy blue on other high-gloss nails.
Consider a sparkly base if you are wearing a rhinestone or glitter-studded long nail. You can use the glitter as an accent, but remember to limit it to small pieces. Or, you can go for a gold accent in a more neutral tone so that the focus is on nail art. This look is sophisticated and luxurious, drawing attention to your jewelry.
Super Long Beige Nails Design
If you have ever wondered how to make your nails look longer, this design is one of the most popular choices for women these days. It’s easy to achieve, and the perfect way to showcase your gorgeous nails is to experiment with the different color combinations. Using a mix of OPI and Essie nail polish is the easiest way to achieve this look.
For evening occasions, you can go for a design with gold leaf accents. Whether you’re going to work or out on a date, this look will definitely turn heads. You can also choose dark brown or black nail polish. The contrast will help you achieve a chic and elegant look.
Multi-Yellow Nails Idea
Consider trying yellow shades if you’re tired of your monotone nail design. Not only does this color look great on long nails, but it can also work in various settings. For example, the French accent looks adorable on nails, and you can add rhinestones or gold sparkle to make it extra special. The possibilities are endless!
The color yellow is neutral and can simulate nude, as the two are nearly identical. You can also try a matte shade, such as coral or periwinkle.
Long Stiletto Nails Art
Kim Kardashian’s quote on long stiletto nails describes them perfectly. While it may not be the most practical shape, it is the edgiest and most daring, and many celebrities, including Nicki Minaj and Rhianna, love to sport them. In addition, a stiletto nail is a perfect canvas for nail art, as it allows for a more elaborate design and experimentation.
Try purple and white polish for a simple yet eye-catching look. Choose one of the cow patterns or combinations and attach glitters on accented nails.
Orange Shiny Nails
Are you sick of boring orange nails? There is an easier way to turn your dull nails into something bright and beautiful. Try these three simple tricks for stunning orange nails. Not only will your nails look beautiful, but they’ll also help you feel confident and more comfortable in your skin.
Pink Long Acrylic Nails
Bright pink is the perfect neutral shade that won’t sully your style. It also comes in different shades and can be paired with several other colors. Regardless of the shade you choose, you can be sure that the design will be elegant and stylish.
While you can experiment with other colors, the classic pink nail design is timeless. It represents the unique charm of a woman and her sweet side. When combined with glitter, the pattern looks stunning and pushes the sweetness of the nail design.
Long Oval Nails with Floral Accents
The longest nails, known as “Ovals,” can be stunning with a floral accent nail. But how to go about it? Here are some tips. You can have the same look as a woman with a long fingernail! These gorgeous designs are both practical and flattering. If you want to create a unique and attractive look, try out this trend! It’s the best way to spruce up your nail art and make you feel more beautiful!
First, make sure to use pastel colors for your accent nails. Soft yellow and baby blue are the base colors. Next, paint dark pink and purple flowers over on other nails.
Green Marble Acrylic Nails
If you’re looking for a green marble nail design, try searching on Etsy. There are press-on marble nails that retail for about $15. If you’d like to recreate this look, you can also ask your local nail salon for help. You can also purchase nail polish in your favorite color.
Green Marble Acrylic Nails are a stylish way to update your nail style this spring. If you’re going to a fancy party, marble design can add a touch of pizazz to your look. These nails look great with dresses, and you can add a bit of length to your fingers. A healthy fluid-to-powder ratio is 1.5 to 1.
Long Purple French Acrylic Nails
There are many ways to create this style, including press-on cloud designs, swirls, and various colors. You can even try doing them yourself!
Opt for pastel shades are also an excellent idea, especially in the spring or summertime. This hue looks sophisticated and exciting without being too flashy. A beautiful French manicure will make your hands look attractive and sexy!
Pink Jeweled Long Acrylic Nails
For a glamorous manicure, consider wearing jeweled acrylic nails. For example, white tips on the pinky nail give it a subtle feminine effect. You can also add some sparkle with rhinestones and other glitter accents. Gems will add shine and look like stars in the night sky.
Emerald and Gold Double French Nails
This rich, luxurious color is associated with royalty, wealth, and power. Wearing this manicure with contrasting gold and emerald accents will complement your sophisticated style. It’s best to wear this manicure on longer almond nails, as they look more elegant. This manicure will be the talk of the town when you wear it with a white dress and a gold necklace. The oval shape reflects the beauty of this manicure, and the double French tips can look chic with bridal gold foil.
Sunflower Long Nails Art
A sunflower nail design is a great way to add fun and summery touches to your nails. You can create a simple, stick-and-go look or get creative and paint your nails in your favorite color. A sunflower design on a long nail will make your fingers look like they’re blooming! And don’t worry if you’re not an artist; sunflower nail art isn’t hard to create.
Baby Blue Long acrylic Nails
This soft color will stand out against the deep blue of the navy blue dress. You can also try fish and clouds to add a fun look to your manicure. Another great idea is to use baby blue as the base color for a playful holiday look.
Long Nails with Gems and Kisses
These press-on nails are perfect for replicating the look of a custom manicure, but without the cost or waiting weeks for your natural nails to grow! Moreover, kisses are easy to remove, making them the perfect alternative to nail polish.
Pink Ombre Long Coffin Nails
This pretty nail design features an ombre combination of a light pink and nude polish. In addition, a subtle dirt polish on each high gloss nail tip creates a beautiful long French design.
For example, you can choose an accent nail in a light color and paint daisies! Or you can use neutral pink as the base color and accent nails with glitter or diamonds. Whatever pattern combination you choose, the result will be a stunning look!
Navy Blue Long Stiletto Nails
If you love the look of long stiletto nails, you’ve probably been eyeing a navy blue manicure. These long nails look amazing at a formal event or birthday party! To make them even better, you can add a smattering of glitter or gold studs. This nail design is equally appropriate for office wear or festivals. Listed below are a few of the best options for this festive color.
Purple French Tip Nails
When applying a purple French manicure, you’ll need to have a good base color, like beige base color. Of course, it’s an ideal color to go with purple, but you can also experiment with glitters of the same shade.
To make this nail art style even more striking, choose a nail polish that’s a complementary color. For example, you can do a rainbow effect for Pride or a contrasting shade to create a unique look.
Sparkly Long Coffin Nails
If you are tired of the same old plain coffin nails, you can add sparkles to them by adding glitter blue polish. You can also coat your long coffin nails in pearl gloss, keeping them light and sparkly. Or, for a feminine and calm look, you can go for a pretty pink base, accented with a dirty pink on each nail.
Pale Pink French Nails with 3D Flowers
When it comes to nail designs, a floral pattern is always on-trend. Of course, a classic French manicure is also an excellent option for Spring. But if you’re not keen on daisy designs, consider using hibiscus flowers instead! The delicate petals of these flowers look super feminine and are perfect to substitute daisies on warm days. Also, hibiscus flowers look beautiful as an accent nail.


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- Russia’s tank force — once seen as formidable — is being ripped apart by the Ukrainian military.
- Western officials say Russia has likely lost up to half of its tanks on the battlefield, if not more.
- Military experts told Insider that this is because Russia doesn’t know how to use them properly.
Russia’s tanks were once seen as fearsome, formidable threats, but the war in Ukraine shows it doesn’t know how to use them.
The Russian tank force has taken a beating. US officials have said on more than one occasion that Russia has likely lost as many as half its main battle tanks while fighting in Ukraine, if not more. According to an open-source intelligence analysis by Oryx, more than 1,780 Russian tanks have been destroyed, damaged, captured, or abandoned since Moscow launched its invasion in February 2022.
Russia’s staggering tank losses — which include the T-72, T-64, T-80, and T-90 tanks — can be attributed to its failure to provide adequate fire support in combat, military experts told Insider. The Russian tank force has also shown extremely little adaptability and common sense.
These problems were underscored during a recent tank battle near the eastern Ukrainian town of Vuhledar, where Russia lost scores of tanks and armored vehicles. Moscow repeated detrimental mistakes it made during its assault on Kyiv in the early days of the war: it sent columns of tanks straight into Ukrainian ambushes.
Just like like last spring — where the long columns were assaulted by the defending Ukrainians — this tactic proved unsuccessful for the Russians in Vuhledar, where it lost over 100 armored vehicles. Moscow’s troops appear to have botched the use of their tanks on the battlefield in other instances as well.
Russian tanks have fallen prey to Ukrainian soldiers using anti-tank Javelin missiles because they’re hanging out aimless in open fields, with little to no support or protection. At the same time, they’ve been seen driving straight through minefields and exploding. Due to the design of many of Russia’s tanks, a hit can cause the ammunition to detonate, killing the crew as the overpressure blows the top off.
Russia can’t seem to integrate its tanks
One serious misstep by Russia’s military has been its failure to protect its tanks with a combined-arms approach that provides additional support and integrate its armor with other units.
“There’s the structural problem of not having enough dismounted infantry to provide security for tanks,” Jeffrey Edmonds, a Russia expert at the Center for Naval Analyses and former US Army armor officer, told Insider. “I’m just not seeing units do what you expect military units to do.”
Russia is mostly relying on artillery but would likely benefit from having more air superiority so it can avoid carrying out complicated maneuvers on the battlefield, Marina Miron, an honorary research fellow at King’s College London’s Centre for Military Ethics, told Insider. And it’s “questionable” how well Russia’s tanks are integrated into its overall operations.
“I think that they are kind of fighting a war that they were not prepared for, in tactical and operational terms,” Miron said. “They have lost a lot of tanks. A lot of them — probably most of them — just because of negligence. And the tanks they are using are in no way superior to what the Ukrainians are using.”
Russia and Ukraine have often squared off against each other using the same Soviet-era military equipment, encompassing everything from tanks and infantry fighting vehicles to aircraft. Ukraine has lost less than 500 tanks throughout the conflict, according to an Oryx tally. Russia started off with a larger tank force and thus had more to lose.
At the moment, Ukraine is waiting for a wave of advanced Western tanks, including German-made Leopards and British Challenger 2 tanks. These modern systems are better equipped than those that have largely dominated the battlefield so far.
‘It seems like they just don’t care’
Even without these advanced systems, Kyiv’s military has still been able to inflict significant damage on some of Russia’s elite tank forces. One prestigious unit, the 1st Guards Tank Army, has suffered heavy losses on multiple occasions while battling against Ukrainian troops.
“The Russians are not very good at using the tanks, and they’re not very good at integrating the tanks,” Miron said. “They could have used mechanized infantry to protect tanks, but it seems like they just don’t care.”
Another issue plaguing Russia’s tank force has been its lack of creativity or maneuverability. For example, Edmonds explained, Russia has a problem with minefields, as was seen recently in Vuhledar.
Clearing a minefield is a slow, complicated, and deliberate process that involves several steps, but Russian tanks appear to drive right through them. Some of the tanks blow up, some retreat, and some are hit with anti-tank guided missiles like the Javelin, and the process just repeats itself when the Ukrainians lay more mines.
“It’s just dumb,” Edmonds said. “And you just see them do this over and over again.”
“I’m not seeing any tactical-level adaptability,” he continued. On one hand, there’s no display of basic levels of training, like knowing how to react to contact. Additionally, there’s no development or innovation from the Russians, which he attributes in part to Russia’s style of warfare — a top-down type of leadership as opposed to something like the ground-level “upwelling” of initiative seen in Western militaries.
“You would think at this point maybe you would see the better application of maneuver and combined arms,” Edmonds said of the Russian tactics. “But I’m not seeing it.”


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