Sonar Design and Applications
What is a Sonar
Sound navigation and ranging (SONAR) is a method that uses sound waves to navigate and detect objects. It is usually used in oceans and sea waters to communicate, explore, and for mapping purposes. SONAR comes in very handy for detecting objects, vessels, icebergs, submarines, or any other hazards underwater. It produces a sound wave that is then reflected by the object and received again on the water floor, measuring different parameters of that reflected sound wave the object can be located. Sound waves are used in the SONAR technique because sound travels farther in oceans than light waves, radar, or any other wave. SONAR is considered to be the critical technique in acoustics and hydro acoustics (studies of underwater).
SONAR was developed by Leonardo da Vinci in 1490 by a simple vessel; this technique was later on matured in World War 1 to tackle the submarines, as submarines were the war-winning symbol at that time and had no counter technique. SONAR was not only useful for submarine tracking, but the rescue parties also used it to locate the shipwrecks or map the sea.
Working of SONAR
Nature-inspired the idea of SONAR. Dolphins and Whales under the Sea catch their prey using the same technique. They make a unique kind of sound known as clicks; when this sound hits an object and reflects back to them, they can track their location and identify them. Similarly, when SONAR sends off the sound waves, and these waves are reflected to the source, an estimate of distance, speed, and direction of the object is produced by measuring the sound wave’s time to reach the receiver.
To measure the distance from the source, the total time taken from transmission to reception is measured, as the speed of sound is known, comparing both could get us the exact distance. To measure bearing, many sophisticated tools and apparatus are used. These tools could capture very minute and delicate details like modern hydrophones.
For energy calculation, the received sound is processed through numerous signal processors; for modern SONARs, all the process is done by software and computer tools. The speed of an object is measured by SONAR using Doppler’s Effect. Doppler’s Effect measures the change in wavelength and wave frequency while the wave source and its observer are in relative motion.
SONARs are of two types, Active and Passive. They are used according to their utility.
Active SONAR comprises a sound projector (Transmitter) and a receiver. Active Sonar projects a sound and waits for the reflection of it. This projected sound is produced by electro transducers and amplifiers. The reflected sound is then again received by the transducer. Tonpilz transducers are majorly used for Active Transducers; sometimes, their design is altered to achieve optimum performance widening bandwidth. It is not necessary to always use the sound from transducers. Occasionally, sound from external means is preferred, like chemical explosions or sound from shotguns or airguns. Transducers can determine the distance, direction, orientation, and range of an object.
Passive SONARS are only capable of detecting noise. They are also referred to as listening SONARs. They only receive signals from boats, ships, submarines, dolphins, or whales. They are unable to transmit their own pulses. Passive SONARs are usually used for Military and Navy Missions as they don’t want to be noticed but would like to know who else is present in their oceans. Passive Radars are used with coordination of other passive SONARs and passive devices to calculate different parameters like range, direction, etc
SONAR may use two types of sound waves depending upon their use, InfraSonics and UltraSonics. The term infrasonic and ultrasonic is used for sound waves alone rather than electromagnetic or any other kind of wave, and both differ based on their frequency. Both Ultra and Infra Sonics and inaudible to human hearing. Infrasonic are below the human hearing limit and have a frequency of less than 20Hz. Infrasonic includes the eruption of volcanoes and Earthquakes. Ultrasonic is above the human hearing limit, and they have a frequency of 20k Hz.
However, Infrasonic is not preferred in the Sonar technique, especially in active SONAR, because infrasonic are not able to move in the water. Also, their wavelengths are very long, due to which they can’t capture too much energy in their SOFAR channels. But both are very useful as infrasonic can travel more distance, and ultrasonic provide more resolution.
SONARs have great use in modern warfare, especially for the navy, preventing them from revealing the location to locate submarines as radar is not efficient in deep waters. SONAR is the only thing that could help you in the Oceans. A special kind of SONAR is used by ships to overcome the problem of flow noise; they are known as towed SONAR. Torpedoes are also equipped with active and passive SONARs to guide them directly and accurately to the target.
SONARs are also used to locate or hide the explosive mines. SONARs are even used for underwater communication. The use of sonar is not only limited to the navy; helicopters and aircraft are also equipped with a special kind of sonar which can identify submarines from the air. SONARs are the only thing over which authorities depend for the surveillance and security of their seas and oceans.
One of the important industries that is growing in demand and has excellent use of SONAR is fishing. Sound waves travel differently than water because the bladder of fish is filled with air and has high density compared to seawater.
The process used to measure the depth of water beneath boats and ships is echo sounding; it is a type of active sonar. It is the traveling of a sound wave directly to the sea bed.
Summary Sonar (originally an acronym for Sound Navigation And Ranging) is a technique that uses sound propagation to navigate, communicate with or detect other vessels. Sonar may be used for the measurement of the echo characteristics of "objects" in the water. Sonar may also be used in air for robot navigation, and SODAR (an upward looking in-air sonar) is used for atmospheric investigations. In addition to its well understood military applications of detecting and tracking enemy ships & submarines and mine avoidance, SONAR is widely used in fisheries, echo sounding, net location, vehicle location and medical applications such as sonography and prosthesis for the visually impaired.


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Ukraine and the European Union launch new, already the fourth, program of macro-financial assistance to Ukraine worth EUR 1 billion.
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TDP Hopes On Working With BJP And Janasena:- The leading YSRCP bagged 151 out of the 175 seats in Andhra Pradesh. Though YS Jagan's governance is slammed by the people as the state is running in a huge financial stress, the party is super strong. The opposition parties are not much active and there are reports that all the major opposition parties TDP, Janasena and BJP will contest together in the upcoming polls that are scheduled for 2024. Pawan Kalyan is tight-lipped about the alliance and he is planning a bus tour across the state for six months starting from October. BJP leaders announced that they would be sharing the seats with Janasena in the Assembly and Parliament elections.
TDP Chief Chandrababu Naidu met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after years. The duo is at loggerheads from sometimes and the political circles say that they are back on to the track. Chandrababu participated in a meeting in New Delhi chaired by Narendra Modi. There are also speculations that Chandrababu met several BJP leaders and is keen to work together in the 2024 polls to dethrone YSRCP in Andhra Pradesh. Pawan Kalyan who worked with both BJP and TDP will also share the seats as per the rumor. For now, there are no official statements made but the secret alliance is happening. Chandrababu is also keen to bring back the glory of TDP that is lost after the 2019 polls.
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As a Halo enthusiast, you are likely anticipating the release of the next installment in the beloved game series, Halo Infinite, from Microsoft later this year. However, if you are invested in the intricate storyline of the Halo universe, rather than just playing the game, it would be wise to avoid the spoilers accidentally leaked by Microsoft recently.
Despite your curiosity, we will ensure that this article remains free of spoilers. However, if you delve into the depths of the Halo community online, you may come across spoilers circulating on the internet. Surprisingly, the source of the leak is none other than Microsoft itself.
In a recent development, Microsoft has launched a beta version of the much-awaited free-to-play multiplayer mode for Halo Infinite. During this release, the company unintentionally included “a small number of Halo Infinite campaign files” in the game’s pre-release version.
According to a tweet from creative director Joseph Staten, the recent leak of Halo Infinite has been confirmed. Staten expressed that leaks can be detrimental to the development team and can negatively impact everyone’s gameplay experience. Therefore, he advises against sharing any spoilers found online. His tweet can be viewed below.
Hey folks, heads up: we unintentionally included a small number of #HaloInfinite campaign files in the tech preview build. Unfortunately, these files contain spoilers. 1/2
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Despite Staten’s claim that only a “small number of campaign files” were leaked, The Verge has uncovered a plaintext dump containing over 800 lines of text related to the Halo campaign. The report reveals that these texts detail in-game objectives and the main plot until the end of the story.
If you wish to prevent spoilers, it is advisable to refrain from following Twitter accounts associated with the game or any Halo series subreddits. Additionally, you can refer to our previous Twitter tips and tricks to discover how to mute particular keywords and hashtags on the platform, enabling you to block any Halo-related content.
As of now, there is no information available on the release date for Halo Infinite from Microsoft. Despite previous delays, the company has announced a fall 2021 release for the game, so it is likely that they will adhere to their current schedule and launch the game between September and December.


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Mixed-use, not parks, good for blacks
Published 11:21 pm Thursday, May 21, 2015
To the editor:
I am asking for every elected official to take the time to educate the citizens of Suffolk on how the use of the old Obici site will affect all of us as citizens. I’m asking that the same energy they used in campaigning be used in educating the very people who elected them to office.
Supporters of the Community Obici Park wrote on their Change website:
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“The City of Suffolk now owns the land, and the Economic Development Authority wants to turn it into a ‘mixed use development.’ They have contracted half of the site for 224 apartment units, but it is subject to City Council approval. Main Street is already heavily developed with big box stores, fast food restaurants, car dealers and other retail. The street is choked with traffic, because it wasn’t designed to carry the volume.”
Economic Development Director Kevin Hughes has projected the real estate and sales taxes from the mixed-use development could generate more than $465,000 annually. That is essentially what we need in Suffolk.
So, yes, I am for the mixed-use development. I am for it, because it will attract and mix together all of the citizens of Suffolk and not just a select few, like the dog park and the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts — neither of which have yet marketed to and gained the support of African-Americans.
Statistics show that both uses of the 27 acres could generate a great amount of revenue, as tourism is a big business generating billions of dollars, but studies also have revealed that African-Americans are the minorities in visits to national parks.
“Studies and surveys show that visitors to the nation’s 393 national parks — there were 285.5 million of them in 2009 — are overwhelmingly non-Hispanic whites, with blacks the least likely group to visit,” The New York Times reported.
The argument that the street was not designed to carry the volume of traffic that would be created by the apartments leads me to question the motives of the park supporters. Suffolk today is not the old Suffolk. We are not as “country” as we used to be.
Our population is continuing to grow at an astounding pace, and yes we are becoming a little more city-like. I like the idea of the park, and Falls Park in Greensville, S.C. is a good park to model after, but location, location, location is always key.


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Native Pine Bluffian Mark Edgar Stuart has become one of the mainstays of the Memphis music scene, playing live or recording with dozens upon dozens of folks. You would be hard pressed to find a working Memphis musician who has not played with Stuart at one time or another. You’d be even harder pressed to find one with an ill word for Stuart or his talents. Over on this side of the river he is best known for his work playing bass with The Pawtuckets and then as one of the One Four Fives, backing Tennessee Telecaster wizard John Paul Keith. He has, at one time or another, graced the stages of the majority of the music venues in Little Rock. In 2003 he appeared with Cory Branan on “The Late Show with David Letterman.”
Until now, the entirety of his impressive resume has been backing others with his bass… and why not? Stuart is, after all, a classically trained upright bass player, starting in the orchestra program in the Pine Bluff school system earning a music scholarship at what is now the University of Memphis. In early to mid-2010, during a bout with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and the resulting chemotherapy, Stuart started writing songs. He recently told me that he “never wanted to be a songwriter, but I was bored and need something to do. It was something I could do while I was stuck at the house.” Stuart eventually pulled through the illness, but then lost his father to a heart attack.
Fast forward to this week and Stuart’s first solo album, "Blues for Lou," just dropped on Madjack Records, a label that is no stranger to Memphians with Arkansas connections, having released early recordings from Lucero and Branan, who lived in Fayetteville for a spell.
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Well, it turns out that the bearded bass player from Pine Bluff is also a damn fine songwriter. The songs appear to be extremely personal, but to be fair to Stuart, I should mention that most of the songs on “Blues for Lou” were never intended to be for public consumption. In fact, the early intentions were to record it for fun and give copies to family and friends as gifts. After some encouragement from Memphis songwriter Jimmy Davis and Jeff Powell (who ended up producing “Blues for Lou”), recording work began.
The dozen songs on the album, for the most part, are of a very personal nature. They can at times be very heavy. The second track, “Things Ain’t Fine,” is clearly about talking with loved ones after receiving news of the cancer diagnosis. The album contains several songs about Stuart’s relationship with his father and then losing him, including the title track, “Tears in Bubba’s Eyes,” “On My Birthday” and opener “Remote Control.”
Writing songs that are this personal can often become the songwriter’s folly, sending the song over a cliff of sappy and sentimental drivel. Stuart approaches this personal subject matter with a strong sense of melody, beautiful use of metaphor and a huge amount of honesty and bravery. This approach keeps the songs a safe distance from the edge of that cliff, yet still provide an intimate view of the depths of the valley below. “Remote Control” may be the best example of this. The lyrics describe a loving relationship of a father and a young boy growing up too fast, only to find the father’s chair empty. The song is filled with imagery of rabbit ear antennas, tin foil and fuzzy cathode ray tubes, images that anyone older than 35 who grew up in Arkansas should be able to visualize easily. This song hits hard and will most likely moisten the eyes of anyone who has lost a parent.
Stuart does provide the listener with several respites from the very weighty subject matter along the way. “Almost Mine” is a sweet love about strong connections that were never fully acted upon. Right on the heels of that track is “Quarterin’ Time” which seems to be from the perspective of a man who is very happy to be with the one that did not get away. Then “Third D.U.I.” is an upbeat romp about out how a serial drunk driver is coming to grips with his predicament. It should probably be pointed out that despite being upbeat, it in no way endorses drunk driving. In fact, it points out many of the legal consequences. There may be a little nostalgia or homesickness for the Natural State coming through in “Arkansas is Nice.”
Stuart handles most of the instrumentation himself, providing vocals, guitars, bass, upright bass, synth, ukulele and kazoo. John Argroves adds drums and percussion throughout. Al Gamble plays keys on a couple of tracks and Kait Lawson adds some sweet backing vocals. The overall production quality of the album is solid. No surprise there, given Stuart’s extensive studio work. There are a couple of instances in which sound quality is sacrificed for feeling. But that’s the kind of compromise I can get behind. All in all, this is a very solid songwriter record from someone who never fancied himself a songwriter. I have a feeling the next one will be even better.
There’s a CD release show scheduled Saturday at Earnestine & Hazel’s in Memphis, with Lawson and Jed Zimmerman. There are also rumblings of a possible White Water Tavern show later in March.

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"London" Mulligan Rule Goes Official With M20
With the release of Core Set 2020, we'll be introducing a new mulligan system for all competitive Magic formats. This new mulligan was tested at Mythic Championship II in London as well as on Magic Online.
Stores may opt to enact the new rule for regular REL or lower events (including the Modern Horizons Prerelease) before the official rules change on July 5 to give players the opportunity to test out the new procedure. Competitive REL events cannot use the new rule until the official change.
Essentially, each time you take a mulligan, you draw up to seven cards, then put a number of cards from your hand equal to the number of times you have mulliganed this game on the bottom of your library in an order of your choice. Your starting hand will still be down a card for each time you mulligan, but you'll always get to select that starting hand from a choice among seven cards. Unlike the current ("Vancouver") mulligan, there's no scry after you decide your starting hand.
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Overheating is one of the biggest problems that plagues computers. Random shutdowns and permanent damage to your hardware are just a couple of the tell-tale signs of an overheated computer. And we all know the annoying noise of internal fans whirring as they endlessly work to try and cool the computer.
A better heat sink can prevent microprocessors from overheating and maintain the temperature below a critical threshold and thereby maintain reliable operation. The heat sink is a device that attaches to a microprocessor to keep it from overheating by absorbing its heat and dissipating it into the air
Carbon nanotubes have long been known for amazing thermal conductivity but bonding them to hot metal interfaces like those on a CPU has been challenging. Now, Intel has teamed up with researchers from University of California, Berkeley, to create a carbon nanotubes (CNT) heat sink that could soon be used in computers. The team bonded the nanotubes to the metal layer at the top of a chip by using a thin layer of organic compounds.
The results were astonishing. Carbon nanotubes were able to conduct heat off the chip 6 times more effectively than a standard heat sink. This new bonding technique can even work with aluminum, silicon, gold and copper.
The team is currently investigating ways to ensure all the nanotubes are in contact with the chip’s metal layer at the same time to substantially increase the heat sink’s abilities.
Just imagine, once this new technology goes into new computers, there may never be a reason to replace the CPU due to overheating. No more burned thighs from your laptop, chilling pads underneath it or having your office sound like it’s about to take flight because your CPU fan is spinning as fast as a plane’s propeller.


Today, we chose a path through the city and suburbs rather than the bike path in the green belt area.
We have very little city experience, but riding the train into Schenectady Sunday made us realize there were some really cool things about a city and maybe we need to work on our city smarts.
So we started smack dab in the middle of old Schenectady (note the photo above of the city hall … and that’s the back!). So many of the old houses all over New York have been fixed up for all sorts of uses: cafés, law offices, duplexes, rooming houses, shops, B&Bs.
That’s not just in Schenectady but all over the areas we’ve walked.
If you want a big ol’ three-story, seven-bedroom house, I can tell you where to find a few. They really have been perfect for B&Bs because the owners can use the front rooms for guests and the old servants’ quarters for their private area. Some of the folks get really creative with the spaces.
Well, back to our city walk. It was all sidewalk through Schenectady and it’s suburbs but the area changed – from old downtown, worn-out edge of town, historic area, 1920-1940s suburb houses, spread out estates and then to where we are, all new stuff.
We watched the buses run back and forth and realized if we decided to take trains on our next trip, we could ride the city buses where we wanted to visit.
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BLACKBARN TRANSITIONS FOOD CONCEPT TO CELEBRATE PLANT-BASED GOODNESS
| New York, NY - August 8, 2018 | BLACKBARN café & bar at Chelsea Market has updated their lunch, dinner, and dessert services to focus on mindful choices; from a large selection of delicious vegetarian dishes to unique vegan meals and housemade, gluten-free sweets, the expanded offering brings new options for Chelsea residents and visitors. Chef-Owner John Doherty emphasizes fresh, high quality fruits and vegetables for menus filled with nutritious and flavorful courses.
“With a growing demand for vegetable-based meals, we wanted to move the Chelsea Market café and bar towards being centered on wellness, with dishes that are both delectable and nourishing,” says Chef John Doherty. “We also want to reflect the BLACKBARN lifestyle with a combination of local, artisanal, and unexepected ingredients: from the surprising touch of teardrop chilis accompanying a savory charred octopus to the smoky undertones in an creamy eggplant hummus, the dishes have become a melting pot of global flavors like the connected shop’s treasure trove of international wares.”
Underscoring the beauty of fresh produce, the transformed menus rely largely on delightful plant-based proteins and wholesome ingredients, such as hen of the wood mushrooms, wheatberry, marcona almonds, honey roasted plums, tahini, baby kale, and charred brussel sprouts. In addition to the many new offerings, the café & bar added a bevy of new flavors to menu classics, livening signature dishes with innovative combinations.
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Honey Roasted Plum Salad ($18)
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Roasted Vegetable Focaccia ($18)
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Charred Brussel Sprout Salad ($18)
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Smoked Ricotta Lasagna ($19)
Delicious vegetarian lasagna made with layers of house-made pasta sheets that alternate with sliced potatoes, each layer filled with tomato sauce, parmigiano, béchamel sauce and ricotta smoked with Japanese cherrywood. The lasagna is served with a fresh salad mix composed of semi-dried tomato, roasted zucchini, frissé and basil, dressed with lemon vinaigrette and topped with baked ricotta.
Butternut Squash Ravioli ($21)
This decadent ravioli has a butternut squash filling mixed with ground amaretto cookies, parmigiano cheese, and nutmeg. It is served with sautéed baby kale, toasted pumpkin seeds, and smoked eggplant.
Chocolate Coffee Cremeux ($9)
A fully vegan serving of rich chocolate cake accompanied by creamy vanilla mousse, and sprinkled with crunchy cocoa nibs.
Forbidden Black Rice Pudding ($9)
There is nothing forbidden about this healthy, gluten-free dessert, other than its juicy passion fruit mousse and succulent pineapple compote.
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Pictures have surfaced online of a brand new Funko POP Batman figure and Funko POP ride Batmobile from the forthcoming 2022 movie The Batman. The pictures began appearing on various Batman and Funko fans’ social media pages a couple of weeks ago and show Robert Pattinson’s Batman in his new Batmobile, based on a muscle car.
Unfortunately, you don’t get a great look at his new costume, but what is noticeable is the stitching in his cowl and the detailing on the Batmobile. The POP that you see in these pictures looks like a prototype, so the design may change before it’s released.
It’s also worth noting that Funko hasn’t confirmed this POP themselves and a lot of the posts and images of the POP have actually been removed from social media and google search, so it remains unclear if this is real or custom made. I do really hope that it’s real because it’s an awesome-looking POP Ride.
The fan website Robert Pattinson Australia has reported that there will be 6 Funko Pop Regular size, 1 Funko Pop 10 inch, 2 Pop Rides (Batmobile and Bat-Cycle?), 4 POP key chains, and 3 plush toys inspired by the new movie. They don’t have any images of the rumored POPs just yet and again they haven’t been officially confirmed by Funko themselves, so we’ll just have to wait until an official announcement has been made.
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People respond differently to diets and supplements because everyone has unique DNA. Belladonna is a plant rich in alkaloids with a scary past — deadly in high amounts and potentially useful at lower doses. The effects are well documented in medical literature. It increases phagocytosis, a process in which specialized cells in the body ingest harmful bacteria or dangerous foreign particles. A person may be allergic to one or more nightshade vegetables if they experience the following symptoms shortly after eating them: hives or a skin rash shortness of breath wheezing coughing tightness of the throat pale skin anaphylaxis Hallucinations It further reduces stress, anxiety and a feeling of depression. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Belladonna is a common name used in homeopathic materia medica. Does Sunscreen Application Affect Vitamin D Formation? Blurred vision 3. The presence of these compounds helps in the treatment and management of various disorders such as peptic ulcer, menstrual cramps and motion sickness. Deadly nightshade, or atropa belladonna, is a member of the nightshade family known as Solanaceae, which is the same family which contains the popular vegetable known as the tomato. It reduces fecal urgency and possesses anti-spasmodic activity. Fever 8. Atropa Belladonna (deadly nightshade) has following healing properties. It further soothes hormonal imbalances and induces a calming effect. Belladonna is safe when prescribed by doctors, but it is rarely used nowadays. Atropa Belladonna alleviates nerve, reduces congestion and relieves stiffness. People respond differently to diets and supplements because everyone has unique DNA. If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate, out-of-date, or otherwise questionable, please leave a comment or contact us at [email protected]. However, these have largely been replaced by safer compounds with more specific effects. The main symptoms of belladonna poisoning include [22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28]: Joe Cohen is well-known for his work as a successful entrepreneur in the health field after he overcame his many health issues using a personalized regimen. Indian belladonna contains more Atropine and Hyoscyamine as compared to European varieties. (Mealtimes in Ayurveda), Recommended and Restricted Vegetables for Salad, Types of Foods in terms of Ease of Digestion, Pineapple Sage (Salvia Elegans) Health Benefits, Dosage & Side Effects. … The main components of Deadly Nightshade's toxin that actually cause the negative effects in most animals are atropine, hyoscyamine, and scopolamine (also known as hyoscine). Atropa belladonna contains alkaloids that reduce excess mucus production. Dryness of the skin 7. Atropa belladonna, commonly known as deadly nightshade is used in the treatment and management of various diseases and disorders. Join SelfHacked today and start the journey of improving your life. The side effects associated with deadly nightshade include dizziness and blurred vision. It contains a toxic chemical called solanin. On the other hand, eating the plant can result in serious poisoning. It is more beneficial when irritation of nerves or tubular musculature is associated with cough. DESCRIPTION. It reduces stiffness and alleviates nerve pain. (6). Belladonna has a long history of use in cosmetics, witchcraft, and poisonings. Others at risk include the elderly and people with various chronic diseases. The dosage of Atropa Belladonna (Deadly Nightshade) depends on the parts and derivatives used in the different systems of medicines. The alkaloids would be absorbed through the skin and caused vivid hallucinations and sensations of flight. Our goal is to not have a single piece of inaccurate information on this website. Atropine is an alkaloid derived from the belladonna, which is used in modern medicines for its sedative, mydriatic, anodyne and antispasmodic action. There is not enough scientific evidence to rate the effectiveness of belladonna for any health condition, according to the National Institutes of Health(NIH). Belladonna has muscle relaxant property. One alkaloid found in nightshade vegetables, solanine, may be toxic in large quantities or in a green potato.
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Crispy Instant Jalebi. Learn how to make Jalebi at home without fermenting the batter.
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Humble curry of boiled potatoes and tangy tomatoes in Indian spices, Rassewale Aloo Tamatar is one of the favorite curries of North Indians especially in Uttar Pradesh-U.P (a State in India)!!
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It is no secret, or surprise, that the business environment changes as quickly as technology changes. We know how frustrating that can be, especially when computers or servers slow down or don’t work like they should because of recent changes in technology, or because computers get old fast, or better yet – user error! That’s where Pauli Technologies comes in. With every IT project we complete, we empower our clients with the tools they need to become more efficient, effective and better able to compete with the newest advancements in technology.
At a young age, I was always rather inclined to take most anything mechanical apart, and put it back together again, just to see exactly how it worked. So, I guess you could say I’ve always had a “Technical” mind going back to the time I was a kid.
However, my real passion for computer technology really started when I served in the U.S. Marine Corps. As a daily requirement of my job, as a Unit Diary Clerk, I worked on what back then was called, (D)ARPANET – the Internet before it became the Internet as it is known today in its military form!
With regards to Technology – Times have sure have changed since then!
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Composer of outstanding scores and one of the most respected musicians of his generation
Yann Tiersen, one of the most highly praised musicians of his generation, became internationally famous in 2001 as a composer of soundtracks. However, his career relies on much more than that. He got into post-punk during the 80’s second half, he was able to blend mixed musical influences, from street music to avant-garde, from minimalism to rock or from waltz to chanson. Apart from the three soundtracks and three live albums, eleven records have followed to his first La Valse des montres, released back in 1995. In December 2019 he releases Portrait where he re-records, reinterprets and puts in context again 22 of his tracks, including three new songs.

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BAE's Uncharted Waters
U.K. aerospace and defense group BAE Systems looks to be preparing the ground for Charles Woodburn, an oil industry executive, to become CEO. By hiring an outsider, it's taking a leaf from Rolls-Royce's playbook. Last year the aircraft engine maker appointed a chipmaking expert, Warren East, to help it overcome falling profits.
Woodburn's not on such a dramatic rescue mission, however, since incumbent CEO Ian King has steered BAE through a tricky period of falling U.K. and U.S. defense budgets. That doesn't mean it's all going to be smooth sailing for his prospective successor.
King's already done much of the unpleasant work of cost-cutting, including downsizing BAE's workforce. Though revenues shrank by more than a quarter between 2010-2014, BAE's net income margin has remained broadly stable during that time. The company's expected to report a healthy 5.6 percent revenue growth for 2015 on Thursday, though analysts see that cooling to 2.2 percent in 2016 and 3.4 percent in 2017.
It's all a far cry from three years ago, when BAE's position was so weak that its best option looked to be a tieup with EADS, a Franco-German company now known as Airbus. That didn't happen, and King managed to revive the company's fortunes.
Nevertheless, several areas of concern remain. Saudi Arabia's fiscal woes -- a function of plunging oil revenues -- aren't encouraging given the kingdom accounts for a fifth of sales and there are hopes it will order another batch of Typhoon jets. Standard & Poor's cut to its credit rating outlook about a year ago cited concerns on its pension deficit, now at 4.8 billion pounds ($7 billion).
If he gets the nod to become CEO one day, Woodburn will need to manage those risks, while demonstrating he has the skills to cope with perennially tricky government customers (the U.K., U.S. and Saudi Arabia account for about 80 percent of sales) and take advantage of a changing environment.
U.K. and U.S. defense spending now looks to have reached a trough. An uptick in global conflict and the U.K.'s slated 31 billion-pound renewal of its Trident nuclear deterrent all bode well for BAE. And, the defense industry is a natural refuge for investors when cyclical stocks get crushed by recession fears.
Yet BAE's shares look quite cheap, trading at 12 times forward earnings compared to a peer average of 15.6 times. Its 4.4 percent dividend yield is also attractive.
BAE's so far managed to keep shareholders happy with a one billion pound buyback program. But the U.S. has warned defense companies they now need to focus less on shareholder returns and more on developing tomorrow's technology. Woodburn needs to spell out a more compelling vision for growth.
He could do worse than deploy more cash towards R&D, which received only about 9 percent of revenues in 2014. That is more than Rolls Royce and Airbus but some way behind European peers like Finmeccanica and Dassault Aviation, according to Bloomberg data.
He could also try harder to expand BAE's cyber security business, which spans both public and faster-growing commercial customers. In spite of the 531 million pound acquisition of Detica in 2008, the company is still under-represented here -- cyber and intelligence was only 7 percent of 2014 sales, compared to 24 percent for Raytheon's intelligence and information systems unit.
Can he do it? Well, unlike Rolls-Royce's East, who turned ARM Holdings into a revenue and profit generating machine, 44-year old Woodburn is a fairly unknown quantity. The long-serving Schlumberger manager is currently the CEO of U.K. oilfield exploration and testing specialist Expro International, which generated $1.3 billion in sales last year, or about 5 percent of BAE's estimated total.
If he replaces King next year, as expected, he will inherit an orderly ship. His challenge will be to make it move faster.
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Hop aboard a banshee for an exciting flight over Pandora on the Animal Kingdom’s newest thrill ride, Avatar Flight of Passage.
Opening Day: May 27, 2017
Type of Ride: Simulator
Age Recommendation: Older children and adults
Duration of Ride: 4.5 minutes
Typical Queue Time: Moderate to long; typically peaks at about an hour
Single Rider Line: Yes
Chicken Exit Available: Yes
Baby Swap Available: Yes
Type of Vehicle: Banshee
Type of Restraint: Back and leg restraints
Attraction Open During Early Theme Park Entry: Yes. See our Early Theme Park Entry page for more information.
Ride Photo Available For Purchase: No
Height Requirements: 44 inches
Flash Photography or Video Allowed: No
- Guests must transfer from wheelchair and to the ride vehicle
- Audio Description
- Video Captioning
- Assistive Listening
- Service animals not permitted
Guest Policies: Children under age 7 years must be accompanied by a person age 14 years or older. The seating and restraints on this ride might inhibit guests of certain body shapes and sizes from riding.
Shopping: Guests can purchase a plethora of goods, including animal toys, science kits, and faux Na’vi artifacts, at Pandora’s gift shop, “Windtraders.”
Dining/Refreshment: At Pandora—The World of Avatar, guests can enjoy a counter service lunch or dinner at Satu’li Canteen. This new restaurant offers a variety of entrée bowls, including a chicken bowl, a grilled beef bowl, a fish bowl, and a tofu bowl. Each bowl comes with a choice of a base–quinoa and vegetable salad; red and sweet potato hash; mixed whole-grain and rice; or romaine and kale salad—and a sauce—charred onion chimichurri; black bean vinaigrette; or creamy herb dressing. Stuffed bao buns with either cheeseburger or vegetable steamed curry fillings are also available.
Restroom: Facilities are available in Pandora-The World of Avatar.
Smoking Location: Smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas only. Disney parks are smoke free.
Avatar Flight of Passage Fun Facts
Did you know?
- Avatar Flight of Passage is one of two attractions at the Animal Kingdom’s new Pandora—The World of Avatar section. The other, “Na’vi River Journey”, is a boat ride.
- Avatar Flight of Passage, like the rest of the features in Pandora—The World of Avatar, is based on James Cameron’s 2009 film Avatar, which transpires on a distant celestial body called “Pandora” in the year 2154. Pandora’s atmosphere is poisonous to humans, but with the use of Avatars, a combination of human DNA and the DNA of Pandora’s native peoples, the Na’vi, scientists from earth’s Resources Development Administration (RDA) attempt to acquire needed minerals for a resource-deficient earth.
- In addition to the visuals of Pandora, Avatar Flight of Passage incorporates 4-D effects, including smells, vibrations, and mist sprays.
- Pandora—The World of Avatar is set after the events of the movie when peace has been reached between humans and the Na’vi.
- The attraction’s name is a play on the phrase “rite of passage.” By riding the banshee, guests are undertaking a Na’vi rite of passage, symbolizing harmony between humans and the natives of Pandora. Prior to boarding the creature, guests are scanned and matched with an Avatar, which can then fly the banshee with its thoughts.
- The “banshee” ride vehicles on Avatar Flight of Passage are similar to a bicycle or a motorcycle with guests straddling a seat. Storage space for guest belongings is provided on a back wall behind the ride vehicles. A similar bike ride vehicle is utilized on “E.T. Adventure” at Universal Studios Florida.
- Guests adorn 3-D glasses, termed “Flight Visors,” on Avatar Flight of Passage. 3-D glasses are also worn by Walt Disney World guests at the Animal Kingdom’s It’s Tough to be a Bug, the Magic Kingdom’s Mickey’s PhilharMagic, Epcot’s Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ MuppetVision 3D and Star Tours—The Adventures Continue.
- Pandora—The World of Avatar replaced the Animal Kingdom’s Camp Minnie Mickey section which operated from 1998 to 2014. Camp Minnie Mickey originally acted as a placeholder for a land based around mythical creatures such as dragons. This vision finally came to fruition in a different form with Pandora. Camp Minnie Mickey featured two shows, Festival of the Lion King and “Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends,” during its run. The former show, which remains immensely popular, was moved to a new theater in the Animal Kingdom’s Africa section in 2014, while the latter production closed in 2008.
- Avatar Flight of Passage is the first attraction with a height requirement to be added to the Animal Kingdom since Expedition Everest in 2006.
- The Walt Disney Company acquired the rights to use Avatar in its theme parks in 2011.
- Avatar Flight of Passage is theoretically the creation of the Pandora Conservation Initiative, which is working to reverse the damages inflicted on Pandora by the RDA. The Initiative’s leader, Jackie Ogden, has received permission from the Na’vi to use Avatars such as to augment Pandora’s depleted banshee population. Ogden acts as a nod to a real Jackie Ogden, who served as Disney’s Vice President of Animals, Science, and Environment from 1997 to 2015.
- Avatar Flight of Passage is a simulator attraction, similar to but much more innovate than Soarin’ at Epcot. Visuals on Avatar Flight of Passage include floating mountains and an ocean.
- The queue for Avatar Flight of Passage is one of the best-themed queues in all of Walt Disney World. Before boarding the banshee, guests encounter lush foliage, waterfalls, caves, totems, paintings, lighting effects, and eye-catching science experiments, including an animatronic Avatar floating in a giant test tube.
Top 5 Tips for Avatar Flight of Passage
- Consider watching Avatar prior to your trip such as to better appreciate this attraction.
- Take in the immense details of the queue.
- Guests wanting to experience Avatar Flight of Passage with shorter waits should consider staying at an on-site Walt Disney World resort hotel such as to take advantage of Early Theme Park Entry. Alternatively, take advantage of the single-rider line if it is operating during your visit.
- As Pandora Flight of Passage is a simulator, guests prone to motion sickness should probably avoid the attraction. In addition, due to the unusual setup for the ride vehicle, some Guests who are taller or who have thicker calves may not be able to experience the attraction. A test seat is available outside the attraction for Guests who are concerned.
- After riding Pandora Flight of Passage, consider checking out the Animal Kingdom’s Rafiki’s Planet Watch. This area focuses on conservation issues.

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The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war has left a huge dent on world peace. All sector have been impacted by it including sports. While many sports have taken taken solid steps to take a stand against Russian atrocities, some have chosen to stay mum. In tennis, Wimbledon became the first and only tournament to ban Russian players from the ongoing Championships.
This decision too has received a mix response. Many believe that this move was uncalled for as it is very unfair. The Russian players are getting punished for a crime they didn’t even commit. Many contemporary players have come forward to condemn this decision including Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. But the Ukrainian players believe that Wimbledon is doing the right thing.
Marta Kostyuk, after winning her first round match against Katie Swan at Wimbledon in three sets 4-6,6-4,6-4, spoke about players who say sport and politics shouldn’t be involved.
Kostyuk affirms that sports has always been political. She said that the Ukrainians aren’t talking about any propaganda and are neither promoting any individuals for their political gains.
“I think that sport has always been political. You see, we are not talking about some kind of propaganda on individuals in the policy that we are trying to promote. For example, it will be very political if someone promotes a specific person, a politician or a specific policy, some party, and so on. Yes, it is political and has nothing to do with sports,” she said.
‘There is no political direction here because people are dying’: Marta Kostyuk
He added that people are dying in Ukraine which is very sad. The reason behind it is out of scope and the only reason she speaks publicly about it is so that the sufferings of commoners in Ukraine are broadcasted to everyone in the world.
“But there is no political direction here. Because people are dying. And everything that happens is extremely sad. Why all this is happening, I do not understand. I don’t know how else to explain it. I have my fans, there are people for whom I can be a kind of example, even if it is a small circle of people. But I broadcast something to the world and the world listens to it. What people think is very important,” she said.
She continued that even if some say it is political, so what’s an issue? Sports has always been political according to her. She even gave examples of how sporting achievements are used for political benefits in China and Russia. He concluded by saying that when someone says sport is out of politics, she finds it very stupid.
“Even if we say, okay, this is a political decision, but sport has always been a part of it and always will be. In countries like Russia, when they try to show that they have a strong country, they do it through athletes, they say, look how good they are, how many medals they have collected at the Olympics, and so on. So, in countries like Russia or China, sports are extremely politicized. Honestly, when someone says that sport is out of politics, it’s really stupid (smiles),” she concluded.


I’m fairly new to tinkering with Z-Wave devices, but I have a rather complex with it.
I bought my Z-Wave devices about a year ago. Eurotronic Spirit TRVs (battery) and a Heltun Floor Thermostat (mains). The controller is an Aeotec stick.
Raspberry Pi 4 4Gb
When I installed it, everything worked. I used it throughout the winter with (almost) no problems.
Obviously we did not used these in the summer, but I did nothing with them, let them run through summer (at least I get temp readings).
Right now, most of the nodes don’t work.
- The Heltun thermostat (mains powered) sends temperature and other readings, but seems that I can’t send any commands to it. I can change the temperature in openHAB, shows as its changed (the setpoint changes) but in reality it does not change. The log is full of the readings from this node. Sometimes after I try sending some commands to it, it goes into OFFLINE state
- Most of the thermostats are not reachable. Some reports OFFLINE state, some reports ONLINE state. When I try to change the setpoint, it usually does not work, and it does not even change the Setpoint value
- Sometimes the controller seems as it is stuck. If I soft reset it, sometimes it won’t come back online, and it changes the device descriptor from /dev/ttyACM0 to /dev/ttyACM1 and back to ACM0 if I reset it again later. I have read somewhere that Raspberry can’t handle that stick and you need to use an USB Hub. This is still the case, should I try an USB stick?
- I have replaced the batteries in one of the TRVs some week ago. It never returned to ONLINE state after that. It did not reset itself completely because the Node ID is correct, I checked it.
- Network heal is enabled (2AM) but all of the devices report 2-3 months old last heal time.
I don’t know where I should start troubleshooting this, some advice would be great!
Thanks for the help in advance.


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The effects of the fall in the value of the pound following the EU referendum are still pervasive, with 92% of main contractors, 85% of heavy side manufacturers and all light side manufacturers reporting a rise in raw materials costs in the third quarter of 2017. In spite of this, only a small proportion of contractors are increasing tender prices to compensate and, as a result, 31% of main contractors reported a fall in margins, the worst balance in five years.
The Construction Products Association’s construction trade survey for Q3 shows that the industry has extended its run of growth to 18 quarters, however, despite rising costs and diverging performance across sectors.
The survey of main contractors, SME builders, civil engineering contractors, product manufacturers and specialist contractors found that the construction supply chain reported increases in sales, output and workloads in the third quarter of 2017, driven by increased demand in private housing, repair and maintenance and infrastructure.
Net balances for enquiries and expected product sales for the year ahead were described by survey compilers as “muted”; contractors’ order books were sustained by work in only housing and repair & maintenance. New orders were down in commercial, industrial and public non-housing construction, which together generally account for a third of construction output.
Key survey findings include:
- 40% of main building contractors, on balance, reported that construction output rose in the third quarter of 2017 compared with a year ago
- 20% of specialist contractors reported a rise in output during Q3
- A net balance of 24% of civil engineering contractors reported an increase in workloads during Q3
- On balance, 21% of SME contractors reported increased workloads in Q3 compared to three months earlier
- Main contractors reported higher orders in private housing and both housing and non-housing R&M
- 13% of civil engineering firms reported an increase in new orders in Q3, on balance
- 26% of SMEs but no specialist contractors reported an increase in enquiries in Q3, on balance
- Overall costs increased for 82% of civil engineering contractors, whilst 92% of main contractors, 85% of heavy side manufacturers and all light side manufacturers reported raw materials costs rose in Q3.
Commenting on the survey, Rebecca Larkin, senior economist at the Construction Products Association (CPA), said: “This 18th consecutive quarter of growth reported by the industry stands in contrast to the construction recession in preliminary GDP data from the ONS. There is a clear division in fortunes across sectors, however, with weakness in the commercial and industrial sectors offset by strength in new build private housing, a sector where demand and confidence remain supported by the Help to Buy equity loan.
“In common with the wider economy, the construction industry continues to experience cost inflation, particularly for raw materials. A clear consequence of the supply chain trying to absorb these higher costs is the fall in contractors’ profit margins since the start of the year. Combined with a smaller pipeline of upcoming work in some key sectors, the survey’s more mixed view on near-term industry prospects is not surprising.”
Build UK chief executive Suzannah Nichol said: “The latest construction trade survey result highlights the industry’s continued growth, contrary to ONS’s statistics, with both contractors and specialist contractors reporting a rise in output during Q3. However, a lack of required skills remains a concern, with labour availability issues continuing to impact on contractors’ business performance. Build UK believes industry needs to recruit, train and retain a skilled workforce and we are working with members, government and other key stakeholders to ensure that this remains a key priority.”
CECA director of external affairs Marie-Claude Hemming said: “It is good news that our members see growth in infrastructure, to the benefit of businesses and communities across the country. However, uncertainty continues to act as a drag on the ability of the construction industry more generally to boost the economy. Ahead of the autumn budget, we are calling on the UK government to commit to the projects outlined in the national infrastructure delivery plan to secure the foundations of a strong economy, drive productivity, and deliver post-Brexit growth.”


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G301 is a stunning upgraded third floor unit with 1 bedroom and 2 full baths. This ultimate couples getaway features beautiful tile flooring throughout and a gorgeous sunset view over Mauna Lani’s Hawaiian fishpond. Just off of the great room is the large covered lanai with a private wet bar and plenty of seating to enjoy sunset dinners or cocktails. The living room offers vaulted ceilings, elegant furnishing with delicate touches of Hawaiian artwork and a large entertainment system with TV, DVD and CD players. Guests will enjoy preparing meals in the beautifully redone kitchen featuring gorgeous granite countertops and all upgraded appliances. Past the dining room is the spacious master bedroom. Special features include a completely redone master bathroom with a large shower and dual sink vanity and an attached lanai to enjoy the beautiful ocean views in complete privacy. To accommodate any additional guests a sofa-sleeper is provided as well as a second full bathroom near the entryway. High-speed Wireless Internet is provided along with a once weekly maid service at no additional charge (for stays of 7 nights or longer). With over 1,100 square feet this non-smoking unit can accommodate a maximum of 4 people. Specials or free night promotions do not apply to this unit.
The Mauna Lani Terrace is one of the few oceanfront properties within the resort and is located adjacent to the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel. Surrounded by pristine beaches, historic walking trails and all the resort amenities and facilities within steps from your front door it’s no wonder why it is among the most popular and sought after vacation rentals on the Kohala Coast. Guests will have the convenience of checking-in at an office right at the Terrace entrance and having 24 hour assistance from an on site property management company. Special discounts on golf, fitness and other resort amenities are available through the property manager as well.
Here are just some of the amenities Mauna Lani has to offer: The Mauna Lani Beach Club: this private beach club is just a 5-minute walk from the Mauna Lani Terrace. Enjoy some of the best snorkeling on the island (all ocean gear can be rented seaside). The Mauna Lani Spa: Indulge yourself like Hawaiian royalty with treatments based on native methods. Call (808) 881-7922 for rates and more info. The Mauna Lani Sports & Fitness Club: For people who are serious about their health, this fully-equipped fitness center includes a lap pool, 6 Plexipave tennis courts, gym with complete cardio & weight machines. Call (808) 885-7765 for rates and more info. The Mauna Lani Golf Club: The Francis I'i Brown North & South courses are considered some of the world's best resort courses with 36 holes of golfing elegance. Designed by Ray Cain, Rodney Wright, and Robin Nelson. Call (808) 885-6655 for rates or tee times.
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Everything is moving with marijuana legalization in Canada and people are asking: could cannabis industry benefit foreign direct investment in the country?
Just as investors start adjusting to the new legalization of recreational cannabis, no doubt it will be a significant boost to the Canadian economy. The Canadian government is set to rake in on billions of dollars expected in new tax revenue, job creation from incipient industry and the reduced cost in judicial duties incurred from prosecuting illegal dealers.
While it is evident in theory what legalization can do for the Canadian economy, there are some who dismiss that legalization will cause any improvement to the economy.
Canada’s marijuana black-market today is worth 10 billion dollars in annual revenue; it is expected that with legalization, part of that market can be regulated and taxed at a 30% rate to generate a yearly income of over 3 billion dollars annually, create more jobs, fund universities and researchers.
Canadians could also be at the forefront of a flourishing export market as more countries are now seeking for national legalization as well, not only cannabis and its derivatives but also the technology to grow it. The economic contagion effect on agriculture, construction and services will amount in billions. Further focus on health care as a new financial resource, available to initiate a pay increase for nurses and the employment of new doctors in underdeveloped rural communities.
The Hidden Truth
While excitement still lingers from full legalization of marijuana, a lot of people may be oblivious of the imminent risk this might have on the economy and south of the border, in that legalization may pave the way for increased consumption of pot, which may create an even bigger problem for the Canadian government.
With Colorado as a case study. Bill Ritter, former governor of Colorado, in an interview with BNN Bloomberg, revealed the impending dangers from being the first US state to legalize marijuana, among which was the influx of people seeking to smoke and grow the herb. Attracting criminal organizations trying to set up illegal grow houses with the belief that a legalized cannabis government will find no wrong. Stating further, he said that a lot of people were just ignorant of the fact that although marijuana was legalized, it doesn’t give anyone free liberty to sell and grow the herb as they see fit. Strict enforcement is a necessity.
It is very true that legalization will cause an increased investment in Canadian infrastructure, reduced tax and shrink deficit by a considerable amount. However, Canada needs to drive for balance and accountability. Staying competitive in an ever-changing world.
In the gold rush that started in 1896, most of those who made piles of wealth were not the gold miners. Instead, they were the ones selling shovels and sticks, building hotels and restaurants, and supplying food and clothing to those hoping to strike it rich.
Canada’s legalization of marijuana is the new revenue stream that can make a real impact on a short term. It needs to start looking at investments that will last for a life time. Companies such as FSD Pharma (OTCPK:FSDDF) (C.HUGE) (HUGE:CNX) are looking to invest in cannabis market for a long time.


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Dave and I are in Washington DC for the World Fantasy convention, and among the places we’ve visited in town is the Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum. It’s an awesome place, with scale reproductions of spacefaring vessels, artifacts from past missions, and exhibits on everything from celestial navigation to the spectroscopy. While there, we kept […]
Last year, I was nominated for a Campbell Award, for my debut novel vN. Then I declined the nomination, because I realized I wasn’t truly eligible for the award that year. Why? Because I’d already made a sale to Nature magazine. SFWA treats Nature as a Campbell-qualifying market, which means my “Campbell clock” (which I imagine […]
Recently, Angry Robot announced something I’ve known about for quite a while now: I’m writing a book called Company Town, set apart from the Machine Dynasty series. It’s about an escorts’ escort named Hwa, who takes a job bodyguarding the young heir to a family-run corporate energy empire, just as that empire colonizes Hwa’s hometown: […]
Here is a look to the mobile edition, which may not work. “Science fiction has the capability to illustrate alternative and alien subjectivities and for a lot of people – including myself – that’s by nature a feminist project.” Ms. Ashby’s debut novel, entitled vN, came out last summer. While ostensibly sci-fi, it reads in […]
This month, I finished work on a story called “Permacultures,” which I wrote for the Tomorrow Project. This one’s pretty special, because it was inspired by the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy Grand Challenges. Here’s an introduction I wrote (which may not make it into the final book): I focused on the […]
It’s that time again: time for Toronto’s SF crowd to join together in the avoidance of solicitation and the enjoyment of alienation. SFContario is this weekend, November 9-12. Barring any last-minute changes, this is my schedule.
A while back, my Twitter pal Damien G. Walter wrote a Guardian column on Ursula K. LeGuin’s upcoming short story collections. He takes a very specific perspective on LeGuin’s stories in context, situating LeGuin within the speculative literary canon as a disquieting moralist, a shit-disturber of the highest order who tricks the brain into thinking […]
Today is Day Zero of the Intel Developer Forum, where I’ll be on two panels regarding futurism and science fiction. I’m also very pleased to announce that one of my stories, “Photographic Memory,” is now available in The Tomorrow Project Anthology: Imagining the Future and Building It. “Photographic Memory” is a story inspired by two […]

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The current measles outbreak, which began last December in Disney World and has since led to more than 150 cases in 17 states, is a stark reminder that diseases once declared eliminated can, without vigilance, return easily and spread quickly.
Watch Physician Focus on the Public Channel
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Monday & Tuesday, 6:30pm Tuesday & Wednesday 1:30am, 10:30am
To reinforce public awareness about the benefits of vaccines and immunization, the March episode of Physician Focusexamines the current outbreak and the role of vaccination in personal and public health. Among the topics of discussion are how once-eradicated diseases like measles can return and spread, just how dangerous childhood diseases can be and why people tend to discount their severity, the risks of not getting vaccinated, how herd immunity to protect the public’s health is determined, how misinformation about medicines can spread quickly, how physicians may deal with patients and their parents who have questions or doubts about vaccines, and the importance of immunization for adults as well as children.
Enjoy specialty menus at participating Patriot Place restaurants and enter for a chance to win a $250 Patriot Place gift card.
Patriot Place is offering foodies a chance to escape the long winter and explore what the shopping, dining and entertainment destination has to offer with Restaurant Week. Diners can enjoy a delicious night out at participating Patriot Place restaurants from March 12-22 and enter for a chance to win a $250 Patriot Place gift card.
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Old Colony Hospice will host the 17th Stepping Out for Old Colony Hospice Memorial Walk and 5K on Sunday April 26th at the Irish Cultural Center in Canton, MA. Check in starts at 11:30am and race/walk kicks off at 12:30pm. Activities include lunch, music, kid’s korner, raffles, and awards for race winners and top fundraisers.
Choose to walk or run our wide, flat and private 5K road race, or select our 2 mile wooded nature trail for a more scenic route. There is a $25 minimum donation per person required to participate, but children 15 and under are FREE! Register before March 29th to get the free event t-shirt! The memorial walk and 5K is a wonderful opportunity to bring together family, friends and colleagues to honor and remember someone you hold dear in support of a great cause.


text: Up to 100,000 American AAdvantage bonus miles can be earned when AAdvantage members fly at least two roundtrips on qualifying fares between London Heathrow, Manchester or Dublin and the United States. You must register for the promotion at aa.com/offers using the code LON09. Travel must be booked and completed by March 31, 2009. Customers can also take advantaqe of complimentary one-way upgrades from business to first class when booking eligible business class fares by April 1, 2009. The offer is for select destinations in the U.S. and subject to availability. To book, call your travel agent or AA reservations and request “business class to first class one-way upgrade offer.” Online booking will not be eligible for this offer.


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We knew it was over a billion dollars, but PlayStation boss Jim Ryan’s unredacted letter suggests CoD represented $800 million in PlayStation revenue in the United States alone, and — I think that says $1.5 billion, right? — worldwide. (That’s in 2021 specifically.)
Those players represent way more money to Sony than that, though: Ryan says CoD players spend (what looks to me like) $15.9 billion per year, on average, on everything else they buy.
Then again, some PlayStation gamers play nothing but CoD, we just learned.

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The recent health episode concerning Hillary Clinton has highlighted the importance of understanding what would happen if either Clinton or Donald Trump should be forced out of the race between now and Election Day. The Clinton campaign has released a statement that Mrs. Clinton’s health scare was related to a previously undiagnosed condition of pneumonia and that she will be fine after a few days rest.
While both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump appear to be in the best of health, there is little question that running for President is a highly strenuous activity. There always exists the possibility that one of the candidates could suffer a health-related event that would cause them to drop out of the race after receiving the nomination, but before Election Day.
No presidential candidate has ever dropped out after being nominated
In American history, no presidential candidate has ever dropped out of the race after receiving the nomination of his or her Party. However, one vice-presidential candidate died after being nominated (Horace Greeley – 1872), and another resigned from the ticket (Tom Eagleton – 1972). Both parties have a process in place to account for the possibility of their nominee having to drop out. According to TeachingHistory.org here is what would happen:
Both the Republican and the Democratic parties have rules in their bylaws governing how to fill the vacancy. The Party Chair calls a meeting of the National Committee, and the Committee members at the meeting vote to fill the vacancy on the ticket. A candidate must receive a majority of the votes to win the party’s nod.
The same process would happen if the vacancy were to occur after the general election but before the Electoral College meets to vote. If a vacancy should occur on the winning ticket, it would then be the party’s responsibility to fill it and provide a candidate for whom their electors could vote.
Vice Presidential nominee has no special standing before Electoral College vote
Should Mrs. Clinton’s health issue require her to withdraw, the Democratic Party would have to decide if the current vice presidential candidate Sen. Tim Kaine would be the best choice to replace Mrs. Clinton. If not, they could pick another candidate to represent the Party. They are free to name anyone they wish.
If the winning candidate were to die after Election Day (November 8, 2016) but before the Electoral College meets some six weeks later (December 19, 2016), it would be up to the Party to name a replacement.
In other words, the vice presidential nominee on the ticket has no special standing should the presidential candidate be determined to be unable to run before the date the Electoral College meets (December 19) and would not automatically become the Party’s nominee. The Party would convene a special meeting and nominate a new presidential candidate.
Would be a major crisis for the nation
If a candidate should die or otherwise become unable to serve after December 19 when the Electors meet to record their votes, but before Inauguration Day (January 20), the 20th Amendment to the Constitution takes control and states that the vice president-elect assumes the presidency. However, there are murky waters here as well as there is some debate as to when a candidate becomes the “president-elect.” Most agree that it would be the date of the Electoral College certification (December 19), but some believe it would not be until January 6 when a joint session of Congress convenes to officially accept the vote of the Electoral College and declare the winner. This scenario would no doubt end up in the Supreme Court.
There is no question that the incapacitation of a presidential candidate between the time they are nominated by their Party and the certification of the Electoral vote by Congress would create a major crisis. It is surprising that the procedures are not more clearly laid out by law, and it may be time for Congress to establish a more formal process to account for this possibility before it becomes a reality.


The RAMP initiative includes site-specific, applied research projects, often driven by faculty-student collaborations, sometimes with the support of foundations or grants. Research projects allow each team member to contribute their own expertise and perspective. Collectively, teams bring fresh eyes to the research challenge. On these pages, you can explore work that contributed to how the City of New York thinks about stormwater management and equity.
Fluid Frontiers, Towards a Unified Red Hook Sewershed
Fluid Frontiers helps mitigate the risk that combined sewer outfall (CSO) poses to the health of New Yorkers and the city’s surrounding waterways and help NYC achieve the goals of the Clean Water act by mitigating CSO. The research team used publicly available data, community input, and GIS mapping, to quantify the amount of stormwater that cannot be handled by the Red Hook sewershed’s existing infrastructure during extreme wet weather events and identify strategically impactful locations where alternative water management strategies could be implemented to capture that amount of stormwater.
Design for Equity
A policy and planning framework, examined the selected typologies within the Hunts Point and Bushwick neighborhoods. Our focus was on equity in public architecture as parity in the distribution of resources citywide. Through analysis of the stakeholders served by each typology and their relationship to the facility, we determined equity in public architecture to be realized by the interconnectedness between a community’s social and built environments.
Evoking Equity, Designing for Equity in New York City Public Buildings
Evoking Equity, aims to elucidate the publicness of public architecture and illuminate the potential to manifest equity through design. While Evoking Equity focuses mainly on Part Two of our research, key takeaways from our initial scope of work are included—primarily, the unique community analysis tools which offer moments and methods for identifying and engaging the City’s diverse communities in the design of public architecture.


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A local woman says she's found the suspects responsible for breaking into her home near Lamb and Alexander.
"It's really upsetting...knowing this is how you're going to spend your Christmas, nothing here," she said.
The victim didn't want her name released. She said the burglary happened last Monday and a police report has been filed.
Video shows her belongings scattered all over. We're told TVs, computers, and other electronics were stolen. Oddly, her makeup, shampoo, and toilet paper were also taken. The crooks allegedly grabbing her social security card and other personal information too.
Almost immediately, she said she started searching websites that connect buyers with nearby sellers. That's when she spotted her stolen goods.
"So then I messaged her," she said.
The victim showed 13 Action News some of the messages sent to the alleged suspects. She says she was able to get their names and social media accounts.
13 Action News has sent the information to police. We will continue to follow this developing story.
The victim has created a GoFundMeaccount.


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An overview of all Netflix International Documentaries movies and series. 16 titles were found.
This film chronicles the relationship between aspiring YouTube singer Samantha Montgomery and her secret Israeli admirer, video producer Kutiman.
Equal parts tone poem and exposé, this abstract documentary charts the perilous voyage of refugees fleeing war and oppression for new lives in Europe.
In Billund, Denmark, a nearly 130,000-square-foot house inspired by the iconic Lego bricks is constructed, capturing the awe of kids of all ages.
This documentary reveals the cracks in India's anti-dowry act and gives voice to both women and men who've been victimized by the law's abusers.
Italians in London reveal the ups and downs of immigration and touch upon their uneasiness about leaving behind their crisis-ridden homeland.
A gay London man faces a positive HIV diagnosis and a decision on whether to stay with loving friends or return to his estranged parents in Israel.
In a society terrorized into silence, the brother of a 1960s Indonesian genocide victim learns the identity of his murderers and confronts them.
This film presents a portrait of Christian Gerhartsreiter, who for decades posed as a Rockefeller heir but was in fact a con artist and a murderer.
A willing team of chefs and researchers goes on a gastronomic adventure around the globe to weigh the benefits of using bugs as a future food source.
Entrepreneurs worldwide explore alternatives to current capitalist structures, advocating for profitable businesses that also tackle social inequality.
Salim and Sulaiman Merchant are the stars of this documentary celebrating their music, lives and the highs and lows of years of touring.
In the '90s, the explosive popularity of hip-hop music in Italy impacts the nation's character while creating a new kind of renegade artist.
Seeking to understand what motivates jihadists in the West, Deeyah Khan speaks to Muslims who embraced -- and later renounced -- violent extremism.
Born amid poverty and limited women's rights in the village of Ratu, India, Deepika Kumari rose to become the No.1 female archer in the world at 18.
A traveling trader provides a window into rural life in the Republic of Georgia, where potatoes are currency and ambition is crushed by poverty.
This behind-the-scenes sports documentary follows the careers of three young German professional soccer coaches over the course of a single season.