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Whilst away on holiday in the Highlands, news broke on the 26th of a White-tailed Lapwing that had been found at Blacktoft Sands RSPB nature reserve near Goole in Yorkshire. Now this was a real national Mega with only 6 previous records. I remember the last one which was found at Rainham Marshes in 2010 and which then did a tour of the country visiting all sorts of places, before departing - sadly without my ever having seen it. There was nothing I could do about it trying to see it of course being away up in the Highlands and I assumed that this was going to be another bird that got away.
I don't have so many opportunities for twitching these days: with my full time job I'm restricted to weekends at the moment and often I am too tired or not feeling up to slogging about the country in search of additions to my life list. So these days I do my twitching vicariously through following the various blogs of fellow Oxon birders who have more time and energy for that sort of thing. Still, I do like the occasional national sortie - if nothing else it makes for a change of scenery especially when working from home as I am still doing. When I do go, I limit my travel time to about 3 hours normally though I will make exceptions if it's something I especially want to see. I am starting to realise that it's becoming less important to me that I rack up additions to my life list than to have a nice day out and see some good stuff. Not that I can pretend that I have no interest in ticking things off any more but perhaps it's starting to loosen it's hold a little.
I also enjoy the opportunity to see different parts of the country that I wouldn't otherwise go to. One such place is Goole in Yorkshire. To be honest I'm not sure that I'd even heard of it until the White-tailed Lapwing turned up but Blacktoft Sands was situated close to it just under 3 hours away as the Gnome-mobile travels. When the plover decided that it liked where it was and stayed put there started to be a glimmer of hope that I might yet get to see this bird. So some 9 days after it was first found, on the first Saturday morning that I was free I waited on news and then headed off. In the end my departure was a little later than planned due to a rather restless night's sleep but the bird seemed to be pretty reliable so I was fairly confident of seeing it. Now some more intrepid county twitchers had combined this bird with "Bempton Bertie", the long-staying Black browed Albertross at Bempton cliffs but that would add an extra three hours of travel time to what would already be a long day. Another possibility was the Black Stork at Frampton which would add two hours. However, neither of these birds were "tick and run" and would both involve quite some time of staking out (possibly many hours) and to add either to the itinery would violate my new "nice day out" rule and turn it into a massive endurance test. So I elected just to stick with Blacktoft sands and to take my time there. The journey was uneventful and I made good time so it was that shortly before midday I pulled into the busy carpark at Blacktoft Sands and got tooled up.
The two RSPB volunteers on reception directed me the 100m to the Xerox hide which was the now favoured pool for the star migrant and I entered to find it not as jam packed as I'd feared. The bird was currently not properly on show, being tucked up right under the near shoreline under some vegetation but when I popped upstairs to see if there was a better vantage point someone let me have a look through their scope and my shiny new tick was secured. I then went back downstairs where there was more room and soon enough the bird emerged and I was able to admire it in all its beauty. The light was rather gloomy and the bird too distant for my superzoom so I had to resort to digiscoping. The photos were never going to win any prizes but were satisfactory so I papped away contentedly.
Some video footage rather marred by the bouncy floor boards of the hide
As a species the White-tailed Lapwing breeds on inland marshes in southern Russia, Iran and Iraq. Whilst the latter two colonies are more or less resident, the Russian contingent migrates down to India, the Middle East and north east Africa. As a vagrant to Europe they are very rare so proper Mega status. They tend to prefer feeding in deeper water than other Lapwings (hence the long legs) and prefer still or slow moving vegetated water to open mudflats. This certainly tied in with the pool that it had chosen to inhabit at Blacktoft where there was plenty of vegetation and some deeper pools.
There were other birds on show at this pool including half a dozen Ruff, some Redshank and a couple of skulking Water Rail along the reed fringes. Marsh Harriers would quarter over periodically, unsettling the birds on the pool. I must admit that it was a very nice little bit of habitat. After a while it started to get more crowded as various newcomers packed into the hide to try and see the star turn so I decided to head out to the other hides. There are six hides in total at Blacktoft and I visited each in turn, taking in their various sights. Ousefleet, the furthest west, held a couple of Little Stints in amongst a flock of Dunlin and some Bearded Tits that could be seen at the back of the pool. With some Greenshank, Lapwings and lots of Snipe it was interesting to compare what was on view in this more open bare pool with the Xerox hide.
There were also three other hides to the east of the main entrance and I paid a visit to each in turn. Some were very large pools whereas others were small and more intimate. Each held a nice variety of birds and whilst there was nothing special to see, it was nice to pay a visit to each and to sit with a cup of tea from my flask, taking in the birds. I put together a day list of birds that I saw on eBird - it was fun to try to add various common species to it to see if I could hit 50 in total. I managed it in the end though only by looking out for things that I still needed on the way home from the car.
|Ruff and Snipe|
|Along the path there were loads of Sow-thistles which were covered in Hoverflies. This one had a couple of Nettletap moths on it as well|
Having taken in all the hides I next went to look at the feeders by the entrance where there were some Tree Sparrows. They'd been given a giant bucket of seed and had all the food that they wanted.
|Tree Sparrows with a whole bucket of seed|
Having spent about three hours at Blacktoft already I next thought that I would pay a final visit to the Xerox hide to say goodbye to the White-tailed Lapwing. However, the hide was rather full and the bird was out of sight in a bay behind large patch of reeds. As it could be quite some time before it emerged I decided that it was time I departed. I accordingly wandered back to the car and pointed the Gnome-mobile in the direction of home. The journey back was uneventful and it was just before 6pm when I arrived back at Casa Gnome. It had certainly been a very enjoyable and relaxed visit to this gem of a reserve and I did have another shiny tick under my belt which I had to admit did still give me a warm glow of success. Maybe my twitching days aren't quite over yet!


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Peel Police – Fentanyl Awareness – Region of Peel
Peel – Peel Regional Police want to inform the community about the risks and seriousness of Fentanyl use. The drug is extremely dangerous and has caused a number of deaths not only in western Canadian cities but right here in Peel Region.
Fentanyl is used for chronic pain management. It is skin permeable and will be immediately absorbed upon contact with skin. Overdose of this drug can result in difficulty breathing, leading to respiratory and cardiac arrest. Not only is the drug dangerous to the public but also to emergency services personnel and others who come in contact with it. Over the past three years, 37 people have died from Fentanyl use in the Region of Peel. In 2014, there were eight deaths where Fentanyl was either the primary or a contributing factor. In 2015 there were 12, and in 2016 there were 17 such deaths.
These deaths illustrate the importance of educating both the public and emergency responders, including our officers, of the potential health and safety risks associated with the handling of Fentanyl. Within the Peel Regional Police, officers have received training outlining some of the dangers posed by the drug, as well as instruction on handling any powder form substance, in order to mitigate the impact of the exposure to toxic or dangerous compounds such as Fentanyl.
Peel Regional Police also continue to work with several community stakeholders to raise awareness and educate the public on the dangers posed by Fentanyl.
We want to remind the public to report any unidentified substances to police immediately. If located, do not touch unidentified substances or suspected drugs to avoid accidental absorption. Do not ingest any medications or drugs unless they have been specifically prescribed to you by your doctor. Seek medical attention immediately if you have an adverse physical reaction to any ingested substance.


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When detailed results of the 2000 census come surging out of Washington this month in a river of numbers that will flow for several years, planners for New York City cautiously expect, the city's population count will turn out significantly higher than estimates suggest.
One reason for their optimism is that they were allowed, for the first time, to update the address list that the Census Bureau used for the count, and persuaded the bureau to add 370,000 households that the city says were missing, the equivalent of a medium-size city.
When the bureau then released the first statewide numbers from the 2000 census in December, the population count for New York State was 830,000 higher than projected. The planners and some other demographers suspect that the additional New York City households may go a long way toward explaining that gap.
''We think, without question, the lion's share of that surprise increase is a result of this effort,'' the director of the Department of City Planning, Joseph B. Rose, said in an interview. ''Unless there are people pitching tents in the woods, you can't hide 900,000 people, except in the City of New York.''
If Mr. Rose is right and the city's count jumps in part because of the newfound households, the numbers will suggest impressive growth -- at a time when subway ridership, the real estate market and many other aspects of city life have already left many New Yorkers feeling that the place is inordinately jammed.
But it will be unclear how many of the additional people are new arrivals and how many were here all along. Many newfound households are said to be in extra units in basements, garages and rear rooms of one- and two-family houses in places like Queens. Some of those units may have existed since the 1970's.
''One of the things we as planners will have to do is figure out how much of this was an actual increase and how much was our own detective work,'' Mr. Rose said. ''Because if we have a neighborhood that has 50,000 more people living in it, you'd better figure that out. That has implications for school seats, it has implications for transportation service.''
New York City's population count is used to calculate everything from crime rates and per capita income to federal grants and political influence. It has emotional heft, too. Growth signifies attractiveness, health, a promising future.
New York City's official population count climbed to nearly 7.9 million in 1950 from 3.4 million in 1900. Then it leveled off in the 1950's and 1960's and plunged by 800,000 between 1970 and 1980 before inching back to 7.3 million in the 1990 census.
''Both the 60's and the 70's were hard decades for New York City in different ways -- the 60's because it was a period of rapid racial and economic change and suburbanization, the 70's because of the fiscal crisis,'' said John H. Mollenkopf, director of the Center for Urban Research at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. ''The 80's and 90's have been stronger for the city because of economic growth and immigration, but there has been a continued white departure.''
The 1990 census count was badly flawed. The bureau said it had missed as many as a quarter-million New York City residents; others thought it had missed more. The city went to court to challenge the Bush administration's refusal to allow statistical sampling techniques to be used to adjust the numbers, but the effort failed.
In the meantime, the 1990 count became the basis for the bureau's subsequent annual estimates of New York's population, using a model that also takes into account births, deaths and migration. The most recent estimate, from 1999, put the city's population at 7.42 million.

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Respect Celebrates Diversity through Cultural Inclusion
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As per our mission, our organisation is committed to giving back to older Australians by fostering communities of belonging, value and respect – and this focus also extends across our workforce in support of our team members.
Respect is committed to fostering diversity and promoting inclusivity across organisation. We know that by embracing – and celebrating – different cultures and backgrounds, we enrich our team’s collective knowledge and create a nurturing environment that benefits both our staff as well as residents and clients.
There is no shortage of recent highlights where our team’s approach to inclusion and diversity have been on display, and we are so proud to celebrate the wonderfully diverse cultures that make up our people and places.
For example, our team at St Ann’s in Hobart recently celebrated Indian Independence Day with a busy agenda of fun activity, from a traditional morning tea to Indian sand art. A highlight was when residents excitedly donned gorgeous saris brought in by Roja from the home’s social care team and engaged in some traditional dance. Not only did our residents take centre-stage, but some of our staff members also joined in with their sensational moves!
Our residents at Tyler Village in Prospect Vale also regularly enjoy experiencing a touch of India, courtesy of Bollywood dance-inspired exercise groups. These group activities are led by our team member Pooja, who graces the team with the beauty of her native culture, regularly donning her traditional outfit and bringing along colourful scarves to brighten residents’ day.
We’ve also proudly celebrated some of our Nepalese team members in recent weeks. Our team at Coroneagh Park in Penguin were excited to mark Festival Season last month, a traditional time to celebrate the country’s vibrant culture and customs. Residents and staff relished the entertainment, traditional music and dance – a great celebration that continues the home’s focus on regularly acknowledging new cultures through diverse activities.
It’s also worth recognising the great effort taken by a number of our team members earlier this year to celebrate NAIDOC week across our homes. Additionally, mid-year we were over the moon to kick off our involvement in the PALM initiative and welcome a host of new team members from Fiji – who have continued to settle in positively thanks to the support provided by our colleagues.
There is no doubt that inclusion will remain a core focus for Respect and our teams moving forward and we look forward to continuing to celebrate our growing workforce – and the wonderful cultures that make up our team, as well as our residents and their families – now and in the future.

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I'm glad you clicked in again for the 37th episode of the ESOA Podcast.
Today we have some nice light, classic and groovy techno stuff somewhere between Berlin, Detroit and Montreal.
The guest who honours us today is, once again, a good old companion from old club nights of mine. His name is K. fog.
After initially investing all his money in countless record purchases, he has now been living with and for the Chemnitz club scene since 1998 and has of course been able to draw a large circle around it over the years.
At the latest since the releases of his productions, the first release in 2005 on a F.O.E.M compilation, he has consolidated his status as a music nerd.
In 2006, he released his first record on Uran 97, which was followed by further releases on Ranges, 2 Bit Crew and Funkenflug, among others.
His biggest self-proclaimed gigs were at the Fusion Festival 2014 or Nation of Gondwana 2017.
Today you can find him mainly in the circle of "Beatconnect and the Spinnerei Chemnitz Crew".
Ok people let's listen to his fine exclusive set here on ESOA podcast number 37.
Thanks again to my listeners, have fun with K fog, see you next time.
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Intro Track by K.fog - Endless (Exclusiv from the "Nordstrom" Compilation 2020)

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5-6" barrels with small grip seems a bit counter-intuitive, at least as far as I know. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think I've seen that sized barrel 22LR pistols with small grips.
SW41, which is a great shooting gun btw, has long barrel but it's grip was definitely not small. Sames goes for MK's or Buckmark. Grip seemed perfect for me, but for someone with small hands, I can see that being a little bit of a problem.
Just my 2c.
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OSD payments a disappointment
Cape Town - Pharmacists have added their voices to the dissatisfaction over delays in occupation specific dispensation (OSD) payments.
Many public sector pharmacists were "bitterly disappointed" by provinces' failure to implement their OSD, the SA Association of Hospital and Institutional Pharmacists (SAAHIP) said on Thursday.
SAAHIP president November Nkambule said it appeared that the provinces were not able to process either the once-off five percent gratuity or the translation to new OSD packages within promised timeframes.
In addition, many pharmacists were unimpressed with the final packages.
"In fact, for far too many pharmacists, the OSD reflects little more than the inclusion of the scarce skills allowance in the pensionable salary, with the take-home salary only marginally changed," he said.
The SA Registrars' Association, which represents many state sector doctors, said earlier this week that doctors remained either unpaid or underpaid.
It was reported that permanent staff, who had expected payment on Monday, would have their salaries adjusted only next month.


We’ve done hundreds of hours of research and slept on dozens of different sheets in order to figure out just what makes a great set stand out from the rest. If you’re lost in the bedding aisle while trying to figure out what to buy, this guide will help you walk away with a winner.
The first step is to figure out what texture of fabric you like and how warm or cool you want to feel when sliding into bed. Most people should have at least one or two sets of cotton percale or sateen sheets for year-round use, but you may want to invest in flannel or linen sets depending on how cold or warm your room gets seasonally (or mix and match different types of sheets for extra comfort).
We recommend buying sheets made from long-staple cotton or linen, since they’re breathable and long-lasting. Sheets made from microfiber or bamboo rayon have environmental costs with no real benefit over natural fibers. In addition to helping you pinpoint the type of sheets to buy, we’ll help you figure out the right size and color of sheets for your bed, whether to buy a set or individual pieces, how to parse thread counts, and when you might want to spring for organic bedding.
If you like a cool, crisp feel to your sheets, these are comfortable, very breathable, and reasonably priced.
If you like a cool, crisp feel to your sheets, these are comfortable, very breathable, and reasonably priced.
Read more about the best sheets
If you’re on the hunt for versatile, everyday cotton sheets and like the feeling of light and crisp fabric against your skin, look for the word “percale” on the package. This cool, breathable cotton weave works well for warmer temperatures or hot sleepers, but can easily be combined with a warmer layer for cooler weather. After rigorous testing, we’ve found that the best percale feels soft with a matte finish, similar to high-end hotel bedding. Quality percale costs between $50 and $150 for a queen set and should have a thread count between 200 and 300.
If you want your hand to slide luxuriously over dense, sleek fabric, then richer sateen is for you. It’s also made from cotton, but thanks to a satin weave it feels very smooth, silky, and slightly warmer than percale. It’s still breathable, so it’s also good for year-round use. Good sateen will have a tight weave that resists snagging, and the fabric should have a subtle luster. A nice set should cost about the same as percale, between $50 and $150 for a queen, but the thread count should be between 300 and 600 (the weave requires more threads per square inch). Be wary, though, of super-high thread counts on sateen sheets; these numbers are sometimes falsely inflated by manufacturers looking to catch your eye.
Read more about the best sheet sets for $50 or less
If you’re on a budget, or just need sheets for a guest bed or dorm room, you can certainly get by with cheaper sheets. In our testing, we found that the quality of sets costing $50 or less (for a queen) can be pretty hit-or-miss. Many are rough, with shoddy stitching, as opposed to the superior feel and make of higher-end sheets. But we have tried at least one surprisingly good set in this price category. Basically, for the cheaper price you’ll usually trade softness and longevity. In our tests, cheaper sateen sheets have felt better to sleep on than cheap percale, likely because sateen is softer in general.
Read more about the best flannel sheets
For particularly warm sheets to combat winter cold (or a chilly bedroom) go with flannel. It’s also usually made from cotton, but it’s warmer and cozier than either percale or sateen. Its fibers have been brushed (or napped), so they’re fluffy rather than smooth. These fibers trap more air, and therefore retain more heat. In our tests, we found that the best flannel sheets will keep you warm without clinging to your body or making you sweat. Flannel sheets won’t list a thread count. Instead, quality is indicated by ounces (the weight per square yard). A good flannel will be around 5 or 6 ounces and will cost roughly $150 for a queen set.
Read more about the best linen sheets
To keep cool in muggy, hot weather consider linen. It’s made from flax, so it has a rougher, nubby texture and a more open weave. It wicks away sweat even better than cotton, making it ideal for temperature control in extreme heat, but its thicker texture will also keep you warm. Linen isn’t for everyone, though. If you prefer very soft, silky fabrics, you may not like the chunky feel of the fabric. Some people love the rustic, rumpled style of linen, but others will just think it looks wrinkled. In our extensive research and long-term testing, we found that linen sheets can have durability issues (especially with the bottom sheet). They’re also a big investment. Entry-level sets cost about $250 for queen size, while nicer sets will cost $400 or more. Although linen manufacturers measure thread count, the material’s fibers are much thicker than cotton—aim for a thread count between 80 and 120.
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How to choose the right set for your bed
Good sheets can last 5 to 10 years if you care for them properly. But you probably won’t want to keep them around if they don’t fit your bed nicely or start to look dingy after a few years. Here are some factors to consider before investing in a set.
Check the size and depth of your mattress (including a mattress topper) before shopping. Most regular sheets will fit most mattresses, but if you have a very thick mattress—such as one with a pillow topper, or if you use a separate topper—you may need sheets labeled “deep” or “extra deep.” Many sheet brands include depth in their measurements, but some don’t. Unfortunately, there’s no guarantee the bottom sheet will fit (short of doing a bit of extra legwork with customer service and asking about the depth). Just another great reason to buy from a brand with a good return policy.
The right fitted sheet will be taut on the mattress and require a little tug to pull it into place. You shouldn’t need to wage war with the material just to pull the pocket—the squared-off seam at each corner—over your mattress. For the best fit, the fitted sheets you buy should have at least 2 to 3 inches more pocket depth than your mattress in order to allow the excess slack to tuck under the corners and stay in place.
A new set of sheets can be a great way to add vivid color or pattern to your bed. Just keep in mind that brightly hued or patterned sheets might be harder to care for than white sheets that you can bleach or use OxiClean on. Stains from kids, sweat, periods, or bedtime snacks will be harder to remove without these more aggressive cleaning methods. If you use acne cream, you may also want to consider white or light-colored sheets (at least pillowcases), because the benzoyl peroxide can bleach the fabric. In our experience, white or solid-colored sheets will always look newer longer than those with patterns, especially those with lots of contrast, which we have found tend to look dingy more quickly.
Set vs. individual pieces
Buying a set can be a great value. You’ll likely get the pillowcases and fitted and flat sheets for less than purchasing by the piece. However, we think that brands that also offer individual top or bottom sheets are smart. These days, many people are choosing to forgo the top sheet and sleep directly under a duvet (use a washable cover if you decide to do this) rather than making a traditional, two-sheet bed.
Top and bottom sheets also often wear differently, since bottom sheets bear the weight of your body every night (the harder job by far). From our research and long-term testing, we’ve found that linen fitted sheets are especially prone to wear thin. This can also be an issue with percale or sateen sheets if you or a sleeping partner have rough feet. It’s nice to have the option to replace just one worn-out sheet rather than being forced to buy a whole new set. Pillowcases also sometimes need replacing more often. Because they’re next to your face, they may get stained or wear more quickly. Or, you may want to buy a few extra cases so you can change them more frequently than your other bedding without doing a load of laundry.
What’s the best thread count for sheets?
Thread count—the number of vertical and horizontal threads in 1 square inch of fabric—is often a good indicator of a quality material, but not always. A higher number of threads per inch usually means each yarn is finer, so more of them will fit in the square, creating a smooth yet strong weave. As we mention above, thread counts of 200 to 300 for percale, 300 to 600 for sateen, and 80 to 120 for linen should indicate a good-quality fabric. Beware of higher thread counts than these numbers, though, especially with sateen.
If a fabric is made with two-ply yarn—when two individual threads are twisted together—manufacturers will sometimes count each ply, thus doubling their thread count artificially. That’s why you’ll see some sheets advertised with 800, 1,000, or even higher thread counts. A thicker, two-ply yarn doesn’t create the same result as when those two threads are woven individually. Remember, finer threads are what creates softness, so using two-ply yarn results in a rougher feel that doesn’t live up to the numbers.
Pima, Egyptian, Turkish, and other cotton terminology
You’ll often find terms like Pima, Egyptian, or Turkish cotton on sheet labels. This can mean the sheets are made with the best-quality cotton, but not always. Great sheets (including all of our picks, save the budget Target set) are made from long-staple cotton. Staple refers to the length of each cotton fiber. A longer staple means that the resulting thread, and therefore the finished fabric, will be smoother, stronger, and more flexible, which increases durability and longevity (and just plain feels better, too). Long staple fibers measure about 1⅛ to 1¼ inch, while extra-long staple fibers are 1⅜ inch or more.
But simply naming cotton’s origin “Egyptian” or “Turkish” doesn’t guarantee better quality cotton, and, in fact, savvy manufacturers sometimes slap those labels on their products made from short staple fibers. Pima is technically a strain of long-staple cotton, but some manufacturers also use the term generically to label lower quality cotton. The only way to guarantee you’re actually getting long or extra-long-staple cotton is if your sheets are labeled as such. However, if you see the word “Supima,” it means that the sheets are made from long-staple, US-grown Pima cotton, and are verified by the Supima council.
What about organic or “eco-friendly” bedding?
If you’re concerned about the environmental impact of your purchases, it can be worth seeking out sheets made from organic cotton or those with certain certifications. Just keep in mind that you may not necessarily get a better set of sheets. Cotton crops generally need a lot of water and are extremely prone to pests, which makes organic farming very difficult—long-staple cotton is often nearly impossible to grow without the help of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers (although organic versions of these substances also exist). Shorter cotton fibers often result in fabric that is less durable and rougher, a trade-off you may or may not be willing to make.
From field to fabric, cotton also undergoes a variety of treatments, regardless of whether it was conventionally or organically grown. These can include being bleached, mercerized (treated with sodium hydroxide to improve luster), dyed, and starched. Washing new sheets before you use them for the first time should remove many of these added substances. However, if you see words like “wrinkle-free” or “no-iron” on the label, it often means those sheets were treated with formaldehyde or urea-based resin to keep them smoother over the long-term. These treatments can remain on the fabric after washing and, for some, may cause skin irritation.
If you want to avoid synthetic substances or support organic farming practices, look for certifications like the Global Organic Textile Certification (GOTS) or Oeko-Tex. GOTS is a third-party certifier that ensures that the cotton that bears its label is not only organically grown, but also adheres to strict processing standards, prohibiting the use of toxic metals and certain solvents, and also monitors the water and energy needed for manufacturing. Textiles labeled as Oeko-Tex aren’t specifically organic, but are instead certified (through extensive testing) to be free from substances that are potentially harmful to humans and the environment such as formaldehyde, plasticizers, and heavy metals (to name a few).
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Great sheets aren’t the only important element for a comfortable bed. We’ve researched and reviewed many more of the essentials that will help you outfit your room and get a solid night’s sleep.
This Costco bestseller is a great value, made from layers of foam that are as dense (and probably as durable) as mattresses that cost twice as much. Testers loved its cuddly yet supportive feel, but some found it too firm.
*At the time of publishing, the price was $500.
Read more about the best memory foam mattresses you can buy online
If you wake up achy or feeling unrested, your current mattress might not be supporting your body as it should. Getting a new mattress may help you sleep better. We’ve researched more than 40 online mattress companies and set up a showroom of over 17 mattresses to test with 29 staffers. We have picks for side-sleepers, stomach-sleepers, and back-sleepers. All of our picks come with easy returns—which is important, since it can take a month or longer for your body to adjust to a new mattress.
A longtime favorite among our testers, this pillow has moldable, customizable filling that offers firm support for back- and side-sleepers. What it doesn’t have: the lingering chemical smell we’ve noticed in some other shredded foam.
This customizable down-alternative pillow is softer than shredded foam, so it’s better for stomach-sleepers who need less loft than the Nest Easy Breather provides. It’s also much less messy to adjust.
Read more about the best bed pillows
Another culprit for poor sleep: clumpy, flattened, or too-lofty pillows. As with mattresses, the right pillow for you will really depend on your sleep position. Side- and back-sleepers need more neck support, while many stomach-sleepers need less. We’ve tested a wide range of pillows and have recommendations for a variety of types.
This comforter is lofty, warm, and well constructed, with a proven track record of quality. But it’s frequently out of stock.
*At the time of publishing, the price was $380.
Read more about the best comforter
If you feel cold at night, you might want to invest in a good down (or alt-down) comforter. We’ve researched more than 100 and tested dozens to find ones with the best balance of warmth, lightness, and a great price. If you already have a down comforter but the down has become unevenly distributed, you can get your blanket repaired. Keep in mind, though, that having the repair done can sometimes be more expensive than just buying a new comforter.
This soft and comfortable percale cover comes in the most stylish and interesting prints we’ve seen. It’s one of the least expensive covers we tried, but feels like nice hotel bedding.
*At the time of publishing, the price was $120.
Long-staple cotton flannel makes this soft cover the warmest we’ve tested, and much cozier than similar covers made from percale and linen. It’s also one of the least expensive covers we considered.
Read more about the best duvet covers
Using a duvet will keep your comforter cleaner for longer (since you can just wash the duvet), and it’s also an easy way to change up the look of your bed. We tested duvet covers in a variety of fabrics to find eight styles we love.
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Jennifer Hunter is a senior editor covering apparel, accessories, and pets, and she was previously editor of Wirecutter’s home-goods coverage. She spent a decade writing and editing for lifestyle brands such as Architectural Digest and Apartment Therapy, which has come in handy for her latest project: restoring her untouched mid-century Los Angeles home.


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T.J. Miller is breaking his silence on leaving Silicon Valley.
A week after HBO announced that the actor best known for his role as Erlich Bachman on the comedy wouldn’t be returning for season five, Miller went on Larry King Now to discuss the reason behind his upcoming departure.
“It was the right time,” Miller told King during the episode, which will be available to watch June 14 on ora.tv and Hulu. “HBO and I kind of decided that this was a time that the character could leave. We’d written it in a place where there was an organic departure.”
When King suggested that Miller perhaps grew too big for the show, the comedian disagreed. “No, I’m so happy that I was on the show,” he said, later adding that he’s “really, really grateful” to have gotten a chance with Mike Judge. “Those guys I do think are the best in the game. I mean … there is no one funnier working in television.”
Seemingly unsatisfied, King continued to press Miller on the real reason he was leaving, probing whether HBO approached him about an exit plan or if it was the other way around. As the official statement read, Miller insisted it was a mutual decision between the two parties.
“Why would they want you to leave?” asked an incredulous King, to which Miller responded: “Let’s be honest, there’s no way that the show isn’t going to change and become better.”
The Deadpool actor then went on to share some relevant advice he’d received. “My wife, Kate, has always quoted David Bowie as saying that somebody is at their best creatively when they’re in the water and their toes are barely touching the bottom. I think that’s a really cute quote,” he said. “It is good to be in an unstable and unsafe place.”
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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is expected to announce on May 31 which churches, if any, will merge or close, and parishioners at two Frankford churches are nervously awaiting the verdict.
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The kids in Juwuan Thomas’s music workshop at the Tacony branch library learned “When the Saints Come Marchin’ In” one day last month.
Cherry Hill does it. Newark does it. But Philly doesn’t — sell lien certificates on the tens of thousands of properties whose owners have failed to pay their annual real-estate taxes.
The Bustleton Bengals youth sports organization has long dreamed of having a gymnasium of its own.
A Mayfair man was killed last week in a motorcycle crash about four blocks from his home.
City Year Greater Philadelphia recently painted a Frankford High School gym, and the volunteers received a big boost from the Rotary Club of Frankford-Northeast.
The staff and students at Warren G. Harding Middle School have been trained to identify and react to bullying, and offenders face disciplinary action before they can even seek to return to the classroom.
Police say a 74-year-old woman was killed and her husband was beaten early this morning in their second-floor apartment in the 6700 block of Castor Avenue. A man has been taken into custody for questioning. Neighbors say the couple, known as Lew and Judy, often strolled around the streets together in the morning.


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One burning question: What is a urinary tract infection?
If you've had a urinary tract infection (UTI), you know the feeling. That urge to pee that suddenly arrives, the desperate run to the bathroom, to then pee just a couple of drops.
Ouch, it burns!
How do you get a UTI? A UTI occurs when unfriendly bacteria that usually live in the vagina or the gut make their way into the urethra and/or the bladder, grow, and cause inflammation .
80-90% of UTIs are caused by Escherichia coli. But other bacteria can also be involved:
- Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Staphylococcus saprophyticus
- Enterococcus faecalis
- Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B Strep)
- Proteus mirabilis
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Staphylococcus aureus
Women are more likely than men to develop UTIs because their urethra is shorter. But there are also some things that may increase the risk of suffering these infections:
- Having sex
- Frequent pelvic exams
- Using spermicides
- Having a diaphragm
Bacterial vaginosis , –
Consider yourself lucky if you've never had a UTI
UTI is one of the most common infections in women. About 50% of adult women will have at least one UTI in their life. And after the first episode, 27% will have a recurrent UTI within 6 months .
Pregnancy increases your risk of UTI due to hormonal and anatomical changes. About 2-15% pregnant women have asymptomatic presence of high numbers of bacteria in their urinary tract . And about 1-2% develop an actual UTI .
Signs and symptoms of UTI
Unless you are one of those lucky women that have never experienced a UTI, you probably know the symptoms well:
- Urge to pee
- Difficulty starting urination
- Pain or burning sensation when peeing
- Peeing more often than normal
- Lower abdomen discomfort, pelvic pressure
- Blood in the urine
Other more severe symptoms may indicate the infection has reached the kidneys:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Back pain or pain in the flanks .
For some women, symptoms may start atypically and may be hard to relate these to a UTI. For example, you may have back pain for days without any other symptoms. If you suspect you may have a UTI or have had one in the past and you’re currently experiencing back or abdominal pain for several days, go see your provider. Taking your symptoms into account and performing a urine analysis will provide the correct diagnosis.
UTI-causing bacteria may originate from the vagina or the gut
Have you ever heard somebody say that urine is sterile? Well, turns out it’s not. Scientists have found that there is a microbiome in healthy urinary tracts. To no surprise, one of the most abundant bacteria in the urinary tract of healthy women are Lactobacillus species, the same that populate healthy vaginal microbiomes .
Scientists have identified various urotypes, that is, different types of urinary tract microbiomes. Some of the bacteria that can dominate these urotypes are Prevotella, Sneathia, Gardnerella, Atopobium, Lactobacillus, Shigella, Escherichia, Enterococcus, Streptococcus, and Citrobacter .
So then comes the obvious question, do bacteria in the urinary tract of women originate from the vagina? Scientists think the origin may be the vagina and/or the gut.
Let’s see first why some think UTI-causing bacteria come from the vagina:
- One study found that the vaginal and bladder microbiome were very similar, but different from the gut microbiome .
- Women with a history of recurrent or chronic UTI more commonly have E. coli in their vagina when compared to healthy women , . Scientists think that this vaginal E. coli may contribute to recurrent UTI because in animal models with acute and chronic UTI, E. coli can invade and stay inside vaginal cells .
- The vaginal microbiome of women with a history of UTI has low numbers of Lactobacillus . And women with bacterial vaginosis are at increased risk of UTI –.
But as we mentioned above, UTI-causing bacteria may also come from the gut:
- One study found that 64% of bacterial species detected in the urine came from the gut, while only 32% came from the vagina .
- Patients with UTI have high numbers of E. coli in their gut , .
- High numbers of E. coli in the gut are associated with future development of UTI .
Besides, several beneficial gut bacteria have been found to be decreased in women with UTI, including Faecalibacterium, Akkermansia, Blautia, and Eubacterium hallii , .
Our Tiny Health gut test measures the levels of all these bacteria and tells you whether they are present below or above normal levels. Having low levels of protective bacteria and high levels of UTI-causing bacteria in your gut is one factor that may increase your risk of developing an UTI.
It’s also worth testing your vaginal microbiome to check for high levels of UTI-associated bacteria such as E. coli.
An untreated UTI can lead to complications
When treated promptly, UTI rarely leads to complications. Untreated UTIs, on the other hand, can lead to serious consequences, such as:
- Recurrent or chronic UTI
- Permanent kidney damage, if the infection reaches the kidneys
- Blood infection
During pregnancy, having a UTI may also increase the risk of other complications for both mom and baby. But not all studies agree on this:
- Preterm birth. Some studies found that having a UTI during pregnancy increases the risk of preterm birth , . But other studies found just a slight increase in the risk, which wasn’t clinically relevant , . Another study didn’t find any association between UTI and preterm birth .
- Preeclampsia. Two studies found an association between UTI and preeclampsia , , while another one didn’t .
- Endometritis or mastitis. One study found that UTI during pregnancy increases the risk of the mom of suffering endometriosis or mastitis during the postpartum period .
Due to all these possible complications, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that all pregnant women are screened for the asymptomatic presence of bacteria in urine at 12-16 weeks gestation or at the first prenatal visit. This is because a low percentage of women with high numbers of bacteria in the urine will progress to kidney infection if not treated .
Treatments for UTI
Sometimes a UTI will resolve on its own after a few days. But if symptoms persist and become more severe, antibiotics may be needed.
But what is the best antibiotic for a UTI?
Usually, providers will choose an antibiotic based on the resistance rate in the area you live in and will consider previous treatments if you have experienced a UTI in the past.
However, it’s possible that UTI-causing bacteria are resistant to antibiotics .
Therefore, if antibiotics are needed, consider asking for an antibiotic susceptibility test. Knowing exactly which antibiotic is the right one for you will increase the chances of a successful treatment.
However, an antibiotic susceptibility test takes 1-2 days for the results to be ready. Going to your provider early on can give them enough time to do this. But if the infection is in an advanced state, it might be better to just start on antibiotics to prevent complications. The test can still be done after you begin the treatment, and if needed treatment can be changed based on the test results.
Another advantage of the test is having different antibiotic choices, which can help your provider choose one that has a lower impact on your microbiome. If using a narrow-spectrum antibiotic is possible, it will get rid of the UTI-causing bacteria while causing less damage to the good guys (unlike a broad spectrum antibiotic, which will kill much more bacteria).
Common antibiotics used to treat UTI are:
Nitrofurantoin and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole are not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy and near delivery if an alternative treatment is available . These may be used anyways if you are allergic to other alternatives, because the benefits outweigh the risks.
Things you can do to prevent UTI or get rid of it faster
Want to stay away from UTIs? here are some things that may help you prevent them:
- Pee after sex. This will help to naturally clean the area surrounding the urethra.
- Drink plenty of water. Drinking lots of liquids, especially water will help you urinate more often and get rid of any bacteria that try to camp in your urethra or bladder.
- Take good care of your vagina. Check out our 10 Tips for Vaginal Health that will help you keep a healthy vaginal microbiome.
- Eat more berries. Adding cranberries, berry juices, or cranberry extract supplements to your diet may help reduce the risk of UTI and contribute to faster healing –.
- Check your vitamin D levels. Some studies found that vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of suffering a UTI , .
- Consider taking a D-mannose supplement. Studies have shown that D-mannose is effective in reducing UTI symptoms and recurrence, and it can be as effective as antibiotics , . If you’re pregnant, ask your provider before taking D-mannose.

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Top Gear is extremely lucrative for the BBC. Despite this, the BBC has gone ahead and refused to renew his contract. YES - THE BBC HAVE ACTED AGAINST THE BULLY!
At the University of Newcastle, a staff member can abuse another member of staff or a student.
- What happens to the bully? Promotion, awards, support of colleagues.
- What happens to the bullying target? Harassed further by other members of staff up the chain and ends up probably without a job, possibly gagged by the University, in poor mental and physical health and unable to work or continue their studies.
- Does it make a difference that Clarkson abused the producer in public?
- Does it make a difference that physically abused the producer?
Physical abuse, which does not often happen in the rarefied academic atmosphere of the University of Newcastle, is totally unacceptable.
However, the type of bullying favoured by the University is exclusion, isolation and ostracism - research shows that this has a more negative effect on the target than verbal or physical bullying.
The University of Newcastle LOVES rankings - where would it rank in the NOT-ACTING-AGAINST-BULLYING rankings????


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Camping is an elective outdoor recreational activity. Generally held, participants leave developed areas to spend time outdoors in more natural ones in pursuit of activities providing them enjoyment. To be regarded as “camping” a minimum of one night is spent outdoors, distinguishing it from day-tripping, picnicking, and other similarly short-term recreational activities. Camping can be enjoyed through all four seasons.
Camping may involve sheltering in the open air, a tent, caravan, motorhome, or primitive structure. Luxury may be an element, as in early 20th century African safaris, but including accommodations in fully equipped fixed structures such as high-end sporting camps under the banner of “camping” blurs the line.

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Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) applauded the enactment of the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act. A key provision of the new law aims to address the opioid epidemic by expanding eligibility for at-risk seniors to receive Medication Therapy Management (MTM) counseling services from pharmacists through Medicare Part D. Through MTM services, pharmacists help patients take their prescription drugs properly and follow a drug therapy regimen.
Executive Vice President of Pharmacy Jocelyn Konrad represented Rite Aid as an invited guest at the White House as President Trump signed the bill into law.
"We applaud President Trump for signing the 'SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act' and taking action to help combat the opioid crisis," said Konrad. "This law will enable our pharmacists to play a larger role in these efforts by providing Medication Therapy Management (MTM) counseling services to at-risk seniors through Medicare Part D. This represents an important step in further empowering our pharmacists to provide additional care that can help lower overall healthcare costs and address critical public health issues."
"We also thank U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly, Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Mike Doyle and Mike Thompson as well as U.S. Senators Pat Roberts and Jeanne Shaheen for their leadership on this important issue," Konrad added.
Rite Aid also applauds U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams for his recent report Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General's Spotlight on Opioids to help educate Americans on opioid misuse and abuse.
As a company, Rite Aid has been working with local law enforcement, community groups and federal and state agencies to help address the opioid epidemic.
In addition to supporting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for prescribing opioids, the company's comprehensive strategy includes:
12 months through the In-store Safe Medication Disposal program launched in June.
The company also conducts ongoing training with Rite Aid pharmacists; continues to support National Drug Take Back Day events; assures that patients with opioid prescriptions are effectively counseled and provided with information on proper utilization and handling; and provides additional resources on drug safety and disposal on www.riteaid.com under the headings "Pharmacy & Immunizations-Drug Safety & Disposal."
In addition, The Rite Aid Foundation has been engaging with community partners to provide further support, including:
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The most remarkable aspect of the debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton is that it took place at all.
America is reeling from the release of a 2005 recording in which Mr Trump describes pushing himself on women in the lewdest of terms.
Such remarks would trigger the resignation of many world leaders but Mr Trump pressed ahead with his audition for the job as the United States’ commander in chief.
It is hard to conceive of a barrister or a doctor getting to keep his or her job after boasting that their status allows them to “do anything”. But Mr Trump is refusing to let go of his aspirations to represent the preeminent military and economic superpower of our time on the world state.
Trump decided attack is the best form of defence
Mrs Clinton could have refused to stand on a stage with him. She may now wish that she had not shared the limelight with him for 90 minutes.
He used his time in front of the cameras to go on the attack, to remind Americans – and the world – of the accusations levelled at her husband.
Mr Trump expressed regret for his “words” but he insisted ex-President Bill Clinton’s actions were “far worse”.
The property mogul and reality TV star lives to fight another day.
The billionaire tried to put Hillary in the dock
He sought to turn the debate venue into a courtroom in which Ms Clinton was on trial for her use of a private email server while Secretary of State.
The Republican candidate said she would be “in jail” if he was charge of the legal system and – using terms which will trigger memories of the Whitewater and Monica Lewinsky investigations – he said that if he is elected a “special prosecutor” will look into the situation.
Mr Trump pushed forward in his attacks, linking her decisions to the rise of the so-called Islamic State, claiming she wants to “put all the miners out of business”, and describing her as a “devil” who had not won the Democratic nomination “fair and square”.
He accused her of spreading “so many lies, so much deception” – and took aim at her very core character, saying she “viciously” attacked women who had allegations against her husband.
Casting himself as the candidate with the best chance of unifying America, he said she was filled with “tremendous hatred”.
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Trump does not look like a tormented man
Nothing in Mr Trump’s performance suggests that inwardly he is awash in shame and regret or that he has the given the slightest thought to stepping aside.
In fact, he casually slapped down his running mate Mike Pence, when questioned about the Indiana Governor’s willingness to consider military strikes against the Syrian Government.
Mr Trump said: “He and I haven’t spoken, and I disagree.”
This gave an insight into the depth of conversation the two men have had about how they should lead their country if they win the election. It also throws light on the influence (or lack of it) that Mr Pence might wield in the White House.
What sort of 'locker room' does Trump use?
For millions of people, though, the biggest insight that came out of the debate was not about policy but personality.
When Mr Trump addressed his caught-on-tape remarks about women, he said: “I don’t think you understood what was – this was locker room talk. I’m not proud of it.
“I apologise to my family. I apologise to the American people.
“Certainly I’m not proud of it. But this is locker room talk.”
This will have left people around the world who regularly use locker rooms scratching their heads. On the recording, he boasted about how fame brought with it the freedom to grope.
How many people will see this as anything other than deplorable?
Which one is the 'family values' candidate?
The grand irony is that the Republican party has spent much of the last half century pillorying the Democrats for abandoning “family values”. Millions of social conservatives across the nation are deeply disturbed by the pace of social change; for these citizens, questions of sexual morality are at the forefront of their minds when they cast their votes.
But now the man at the helm of their party is Mr Trump. Leading Republicans have said they cannot endorse his bid, and many religiously-motivated voters will ask whether they should sit this election out.
At one point in the debate, Mr Trump mused on the strange turn his life has taken.
He said: “I cannot believe I’m saying that about myself, but I guess I have been a politician.”
Legions of voters in America and beyond will share his shock.
Will things ever be the same again?
At elections, there is celebration when a glass ceiling is shattered – there was rejoicing when Barack Obama became the first black president of the United States, and Ms Clinton has a strong chance of becoming the first woman to win the keys of the Oval Office.
But it is also possible for an election to stir up the sludge in the darkest depths of society. Just as many Americans felt that Mr Clinton had dishonoured the office of the presidency during the Lewinsky scandal, voters will fear this campaign has polluted the political mainstream forever.


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Your car insurance rates are subject to your driving record. Generally speaking, the fewer number of accidents and incidents you are involved in on the road, the better your driving record will be. While accidents are bound to increase the premiums that you pay, the same is not necessarily true for getting tickets or committing traffic violations.
This is because there are certain traffic violations that carry less weight in terms of your coverage than others. It is important information to know since car insurance for high risk drivers is considerable. What follows are some of the more
DUI or DWI
Driving while under the influence or while intoxicated will definitely boost your insurance premiums. This is especially true of you have more than one DUI or DWI on your driving record. Driving while under the influence of intoxicants impairs your ability to react and makes you more dangerous on the road. If you are convicted with DUI or DWI, then you need to file SR22 form or FR44 if you are in Florida.
A reckless disregard for the traffic laws will also boost your insurance premiums. However, for many who have not received a speeding ticket in years, getting one does not necessarily boost your premiums to any great degree. However, multiple speeding tickets are an indication of high risk drivers that insurance companies punish with higher rates. We help the high risk drivers to get more affordable car insurance premium – find more information here.
Because parking tickets fall into non-moving violations, they do not necessarily raise the premiums you pay on car insurance. This is because parking in the wrong place or exceeding your parking time is not a risk factor when driving. However, an excessive number of parking tickets may cause a hike in your coverage.
Illegal Street Racing
This is a moving violation that carries great risk of creating an accident. Insurance companies will almost automatically raise your premiums often on the first ticket. This is because illegal racing creates a considerably more dangerous situation than just going over the speed limit by a few miles per hour.
Driving without a Valid License
This will depend on the circumstances in which your license is not active. For expired licenses, insurance companies generally will not raise the premiums that you pay. However, if your license was revoked for DUI or excessive traffic violations, then you might see your rates go up considerably assuming you can ever get your license back.
As with speeding, reckless driving is a moving violation that is part of the category for high risk drivers. One ticket is generally not enough to raise your rates considerably, but two or more particularly in a short period of time will boost your premiums.
Other Traffic Violations
Generally speaking, it will depend in large part if it is a moving violation or not. Non-moving violations are not considered big risk factors by insurance companies, so the chances of one raising your rates especially if they are rare is fairly small. However, if it is a moving violation that means you were ticketed for creating a dangerous situation on the road which will most likely raise your rates.
So these are some of the traffic violations that can raise your car insurance rate up to a certain level depending on the severity. This is to remember that traffic rules are created for your safety and by not following them, you are bringing everyone in danger including you, other drivers and pedestrians on the road.

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Suspending and transporting a load is met in many situations. However, it has been regarded as a problem because it leads to a decrease in work efficiency and an accident if the load is oscillated or rotated during transportation due to disturbances caused by winds or operational errors. As a countermeasure to this problem, a method for controlling sway and rotation with a suspending machine has been studied. However, such a method can only control swaying and not rotation, and are not applicable to all transport machines or aircrafts. Therefore, in this research, it is aimed at controlling the tip of the wire directly by using a horizontally movable multi-rotor, which is applicable to all types of suspending machines or aircrafts and can control the rotation as well as the swing. Then, a rotational control experiment and a sway control experiment are conducted using the developed horizontally movable multi-rotor to verify its usefulness for the sway and rotational motions.


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Why Treat Customers Like Dogs?
“The primary purpose of any organization is to create customers.” This “dog” analogy makes all the sense in the world if you pause long enough to reflect on behavioral characteristics of individual pet ownership. Think about how people treat their beloved dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, and other furry animals. It should appear pretty obvious …
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Sara Ali Khan has again impressed her fans with her latest outing in traditionals. She attended Marathi Gaurav event in Mumbai. She walks in style in a pink with golden embroidery suit. With dewy make up and minimal accessories, she raises her style chart. She perfectly complemented her outfit with a matching colour monjris. Sara Ali Khan made her debut in Bollywood however, she has always gone a notch higher in raising the fashion level. With utmost grace and elegance, Sara Ali Khan looks pretty as she strikes happily a pose for the camera lenses.
Bollywood newbie Sara Ali Khan made her debut in 2018 with Abhishek Kapoor’s directorial movie Kedarnath. She was widely praised for her acting performance in the movie. She was next seen in Ranveer Singh-starrer Simmba directed by Rohit Shetty.
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Papatango today announces the full cast for the world première of Samuel Bailey’s Shook – this year’s winner of the annual Papatango New Writing Prize. The company’s Artistic Director George Turvey directs Josef Davies (Jonjo), Josh Finan (Cain), Andrea Hall (Grace), and Ivan Oyik (Riyad).
The production opens on 1 November at Southwark Playhouse, with previews from 30 October, and runs until 23 November 2019. Following the run at Southwark Playhouse, the production tours to Hope Street Theatre, Liverpool (26 November), Theatr Clwyd (27 – 28 November), Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough (30 November) and Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury (4 – 7 December).
“He’ll look different. My little boy. When I get out. Like… to the picture I’ve got in my head. Be like meeting him all over again. Be a whole new start.”
Instead of GCSEs, Cain, Riyad and Jonjo got sentences. Locked up in a young offenders’ institution, they trade sweets, chat shit, kill time – and await fatherhood.
Grace’s job is to turn these teenagers into parents, ready to take charge of their futures. But can they grow up quickly enough to escape the system?
Winner of the 2019 Papatango New Writing Prize from a record 1,406 entries, Samuel Bailey’s debut full production tenderly and honestly examines the young men society shuts away.


This week, the House Judiciary Committee issued a wide swath of subpoenas investigating corruption by the Trump administration. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders responded with an unhinged statement decrying the “disgraceful and abusive investigation,” the “intimidation and abuse of American citizens,” and calling it a distraction from a “radical agenda of making America a socialist country, killing babies after they’re born, and pushing a ‘green new deal’ that would destroy jobs and bankrupt America.”
As one does when one is innocent and facing an investigation that will definitely not uncover any crimes or wrongdoing.
And yet, rather than signaling its obvious terror at being held accountable, the administration’s response has been taken at least half-seriously as a messaging strategy. “The extensive scope could bolster claims by Trump and Republicans that congressional Democrats are seeking to undermine the president and cripple his 2020 reelection effort rather than conduct a disciplined, fact-finding inquiry,” reports a Washington Post news story, “the missives raised questions about the scope of Democrats’ inquiry.”
An massive inquiry into a historically corrupt administration raises questions about … the Democrats? Somehow the strange idea has taken hold that investigating Trump’s wrongdoing could benefit him. The odds of this are exceedingly slight.
When observers express the possibility that Democrats could overreach and help Trump, they have in mind something like a replay of congressional Republican oversight. Republicans spent years barking at the moon on Benghazi in a failed attempt to substantiate a conspiracy theory, to the point where the mainstream media stopped taking their efforts seriously. (Notably, Republicans themselves did not deem this effort a failure: House Republican Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy credited the Benghazi probes with lowering Hillary Clinton’s approval rating in advance of the election.)
But even if we concede that overreach would backfire, it is difficult to imagine how Democrats could overreach if they wanted to. The scale of illegality and corruption they’re exploring is orders of magnitude larger than anything in modern history. Enormous new scandals are popping up almost daily. In the last week alone, we’ve learned that President Trump overrode intelligence assessments and his own chief of staff to give high-level security clearances to his daughter and her husband, who have mingled public diplomacy with their own personal business dealings; that Trump tried repeatedly to direct the Justice Department to block a merger in order to punish CNN for independent reporting; that the Trump Organization is being investigated for insurance fraud; in addition to multiple allegations presented by Michael Cohen, many of them backed by contemporaneous evidence. For a normal presidency, any of these allegations would, on their own, present crisis-level scandals.
Overreach? It would take Congress decades just to keep pace with all the crimes.
But maybe the public doesn’t believe Trump is a criminal, or that he’s corrupt. And maybe somehow shoving tons of evidence that he is into the news cycle will fail to move voters, who will be left with the assumption Democrats are hounding Trump unfairly. Maybe, right?
Well, no. Quinnipiac polled many of these questions. “If President Trump refuses to release his tax returns, do you think that Congress should investigate the situation, or not?” Fifty-seven percent say yes, 38 percent say no. “Do you think that Congress should do more to investigate Michael Cohen’s claims about President Trump’s unethical and illegal behavior, or don’t you think so?” Fifty-eight percent say yes, 35 percent say no. “Do you think that President Trump committed any crimes before he was president, or don’t you think so?” Sixty-four percent say yes, 24 percent say no.
Less than a quarter of the public thinks Trump did not commit crimes. That’s bad.
But do the voters care? Yes, they do. The recent Gallup poll shows handling “corruption in government” rates as Trump’s worst issue (37 percent think he’s handling this well, compared to 60 percent who think he isn’t).
Corruption is Trump’s greatest political liability. It’s the skeleton key to unlock his connection to Obama voters who gave him a chance because they thought he was an outsider. Corruption is the simple explanatory device that shows that Trump is not out to save the country, he’s out to make money for himself and his rich buddies. Almost everything he’s done, including his shady ties to Russia, fall into that category. These misdeeds also happen to be massive violations of the public trust, running afoul of everything from the Emoluments Clause to the federal tax code.
Trump is lashing out wildly at the investigations because he is very afraid of what they will yield. The last people in the world who should feel nervous about the political ramifications are the Democrats in Congress.


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Chef Patty will regale you with her personal stories, growing up in a traditional Chinese and Taiwanese family, opening her first famiily restaurant, and how the traditions were passed down from her mother and grandmother.
Next, we'll explore Taiwan, through its street food culture, sampling a series of popular street food tapas.
The skillset section starts out with basic rolling of the skins, or wrappers.
Three rounds of dumplings will go over 5-6 shapes, and 3 distinct stuffings: pork and ginger, pork soup dumplings, and vegan. Each round has a break for stuffing the students, too!
The competition is fierce, and there will be awards and trivia prizes throughout the event. If you happen to be the first to mention a "trigger word" in the story section, you will win a coveted "Make Way for Dumplings" tee shirt!
Finally, the closing ceremony, where we encourage students to take home left-overs (if there are any!)

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Logistics ranks among the three thrust areas of the Sultanate’s economic diversification programme, the other two being tourism and manufacturing. The government’s serious intent in promoting rapid growth in these key areas is evident from major changes to the regulatory framework. The government’s focus is already paying off, considering the green shoots in the economy. The leadership’s unstinted support for growth in the selected area is evident from the untiring efforts of the ministers and top officials in inspiring the right development culture.
Recently Minister of Transport and Communications Ahmed Bin Mohammed Al Futaisi toured the Sohar port premises to get a ringside view of the rapid growth that the nation is making in the key thrust area of logistics. He reviewed the work of the container terminal and general cargo terminal. His morale-boosting tour also included the handling areas and important inspection platforms. The port is an important cog in the wheel of the nation’s march as a logistics power of the region. The logistics sector was expected to contribute $12 billion to the nation’s gross domestic product last year, a 7.87 per cent increase over the previous year.
The world-class facilities at Sohar with direct access to the Sea of Oman are an important base for the nation’s push for investments estimated at $50 billion in infrastructure projects in the next 15 years of which $20 billion will be in the logistics and related sectors. No wonder that Ithraa said in a report earlier this year titled ‘Briefings form Oman on Logistics’, that the nation’s logistics sector is highly competitive and already contributed 4.9 per cent to the gross domestic product in 2015.
The deep water port of Sohar along with those in Salalah and Duqm has been effectively serving international clientele across the Gulf region, East Africa, Iran and South Asia. The report was rightly appreciative of the important role that the sector plays in meeting the goals of employment generation. The sector already employs 30,000 people, a large percentage of them nationals, and handles 3 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units).
The sector holds high promise for employment generation with its capacity expected to rise to 10 million TEUs by 2020, generating 80,000 jobs. A world-calss 680km road linking Sohar with Saudi Arabia through Rub Al Khali is expected to be an efficiency multiplier by providing the interior growth centres of the region direct access to the nation’s deep water ports that are facing east. The Sultanate’s Logistics Strategy 2040 takes into account the fact that South Asian and Southeast Asian regions are expected to witness fast growth over the next few decades.
There is no doubt that the strategy is capable of catapulting the Sultanate to within the top 10 logistics hubs across the world. The Khazaen logistics city in the South Batinah Governorate with direct access to Sohar and Duqm ports is being developed with this goal in mind. The 95sqkm integrated facility is expected to be operational in a year and its progress is being watched all around the region. The logistics city will function as a regional hub for industrial and business customers to drop their cargo instead of going all the way to the ports.


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with the arrivalCyberpunk 2077 update 2.0 Various changes have been made to the game. One of them is less visible than the others, so it has been replaced an NPC model Corpo is present in the background of the narrative sequence’s prologue. However, some noticed the difference due to the NPC being considered an NPC by many. Miniature from Elon Musk.
The idea that Musk is making a cameo in Cyberpunk 2077 was strengthened recently when we discovered that the man went into the development team’s offices with a gun to be included in the game. Everything turned out thanks to him Musk biographyHowever, the cameo was not confirmed here, only the Tesla CEO’s request was confirmed.
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