Late again--lots of overtime on the new job. Since unlike my last job I actually get paid for the hours I work, this is a good thing financially, but a bad thing when it comes to blogging. Anyway, now that I've gotten my personal feelings on the Confederate battle flag out of the way, let's discuss the articles I linked to last time.
We'll start with Morgan Brooke Wilkins's post, because, to be honest, I don't have a lot to say about it. While Morgan makes a few good points (and more than a few factual errors), she misses the main reason why a lot of people (myself included) assume that anyone waving the flag publicly is an ill-informed racist. Namely, that ill-informed racist have rallied around the flag and given it the negative connotations that it carries today. No matter what it meant 150 years ago, today most people see the Confederate battle flag as a symbol of racism.
The swastika is another good example of a symbol whose meaning has changed drastically over time. Originally it was a sun symbol, and therefore a symbol of life, and in some religious traditions it still carries that meaning. However, even people who practice these traditions would be unlikely to publicly display the symbol because the average person on the street associates it with the Hitler, just as the average person associates the Confederate battle flag with David Duke.
Now lets move on to TTP's response to Morgan's article over on the Barefoot and Progressive blog, which you should all probably be reading. TTP's first response is to the following paragraph from Moran's article, which reads:
"Social equality should not mean that blacks can take pride in any part of history they choose (even if their self-proclaimed leaders such as Nelson Mandela and Malcolm X were murderers), whereas whites can only honor those parts of history which minorities and the Left deem politically correct."
TTP then talks about Nelson Mandela and the Right's "pissing and moaning" about politically correct language, but is suspiciously silent on the subject of Malcolm X. While Malcolm X was not a "murderer," he was a criminal and, more importantly, a separatist and a racist. His symbol (the stylized "X" popularized by Spike Lee's movie) is just as much a symbol of hate as the Confederate flag, but it's rare that anyone criticizes those who wear it. Exposing this double standard is, I believe, Morgan's point, and TTP sort of throws the baby out with the bath water by focusing on an obviously incorrect parenthetical statement.
After a brief tirade over semantics, we arrive at the issue of state buildings flying the flag, and TTP opines;
"What Morgan is here suggesting is that any part of history which has even one person (or in this case, one region) that reveres it, it should be made not only a part of the socially accepted canon of expression, but furthermore should be officially sanctioned by the state (ie, the confederate flag should be flown at state capitol buildings)."
No, she's not. She's saying that states who choose to do so have the right to fly whatever flag they want in front of their state buildings, even if if may offend someone. California doesn't have to remove the bear from its flag for fear of offending Stephen Colbert and Georgia doesn't have to remove its stars and bars for fear of offending most people who aren't from Georgia (and many who are). They just have to accept the consequences of continuing to display a symbol that some people find offensive.
TTP goes on to say:
"The suggestion, made in both her article and in our later discussions about it, is that just because millions of black Americans (and here we get to the elephant in the room) see the confederate battle flag as a symbol of institutionalized racism (which, as a matter of fact, it is), that doesn't mean that people like Morgan and her ilk shouldn't be allowed to fly the flag as a matter of Southern pride (even thought Kentucky was neither a confederate nor a union state) or as a celebration of "states' rights", a buzzword that is well-known to refer to slavery and Jim Crow."
TTP seems to be suggesting here that an individual's right to freedom of expression can be trumped by majority opinion. If that were the case, those of us who knew Iraq had nothing to do with the September 11 attacks would have been silenced in the lead-up to the Iraq war simply because the majority of Americans believed W's lie to be true. I'm pretty sure TTP knows better than that, so I'll move on to the final part of the paragraph.
While Kentucky was in fact officially neutral during the Civil War, that does not mean that it was "neither a confederate or union state." While the state government did not take sides, its citizens did, volunteering for both armies in droves. All of the "brother against brother" cliches about the civil war were especially true of our state. Because of this, many Kentuckians (especially those in the western part of the state, who went so far as to set up their own Confederate state capitol in Bowling Green) have just as much claim to Confederate heritage as the people of Alabama or Mississippi.
TTP is correct that in the Jim Crow era "states' rights" became code for institutionalized racism, but assuming that this has always been the case reveals a misunderstanding of history and the way our ancestors viewed the states and the federal government. In the early days of America, states were states in "sovereign nation" sense of the word, with the federal government serving a role more akin to the United Nations. The sovereignty of the state in the early days of America was such that it was not unusual for people to refer to Rhode Island or Pennsylvania or any other state as "my country."
Realizing that the people (especially in the South, an area who generally fell into the Anti-Federalist camp) identified more strongly as citizens of their state than as citizens of the United States helps to answer TTP's question, "What right of the states other than the right to possess slaves was being infringed upon by the North leading up to the Civil War?" Quite simply, the people of the South were defending their right to self-determination and self-rule.
While slavery was in fact the primary right of concern to the slave-holders who actually governed in the South, that does not mean that the average Confederate soldier was fighting in defense of slavery (most did not and could not reasonably expect to own slaves). The Confederate battle flag was a soldier's flag, and the average rebel soldier was fighting for patriotism and to defend his homeland (Robert E. Lee's letter regarding his decision to resign from the Union army makes this point well). Accusing the typical Confederate soldier of fighting in defense of slavery would be like accusing the average American soldier in Iraq of fighting in defense of war profiteering. As Steve Earle would say, the average Johnny Reb was "just another poor boy off to fight a rich man's war."
The Confederate battle flag has become a symbol of hate, but it didn't necessarily start out that way. While the vast majority of people who rally around the flag do so out of ignorance and intolerance, it can be a legitimate expression of heritage. Ultimately, however, a person's reasons for displaying the flag are not important. The First Amendment protects everyone's right to freedom of expression, and I for one believe that being exposed to unpleasant speech and symbols is a small price to pay for being able to speak my mind.


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Just in time for spooky szn, two Cincinnati illustrators have put together Cabinet of Curiosities, a graphic novel anthology with six different stories from "Cincinnati's paranormal lore."
The stories were selected by project editor Kat Klockow — a proclaimed "haunted history author and legend tripper" — and illustrated and interpreted by six different local comic artists based on which “stories struck them the most,” Klockow says.
"When coming up with the location list I tried to strike a balance between creepy monsters, urban legends, and ghost stories," Klockow says.
The 36-page anthology features tales of the mermaids of the Ohio River, Loveland Castle, the Loveland Frogman, Cincinnati Music Hall, Satan’s Hallow and the Sedamsville Rectory.
Klockow and project manager and illustrator Christina Wald have launched a Kickstarter for the book as well as their own publishing company, Corpse Flower Press. They aim to raise $6,000 (and are already more than $4,300 to their goal). Those funds will be used to print and distribute physical copies of Cabinet of Curiosities, as well as pay the anthology’s artists and writers. After the Kickstater is complete, you can purchase copies directly from Corpse Flower Press or the artists themselves.
We emailed with Wald and Klockow to learn more about this ghoulish graphic novel, the process and their plans for the future.
CityBeat: Coming out with a spooky comic anthology right around Halloween seems like a perfect idea. Can you tell me what inspired you guys to create Cabinet of Curiosities?
Christina Wald: We wanted to do a comic project together that showcased Cincinnati artists. We felt it needed to have a unifying theme to generate reader interest.
Kat Klockow: All the artists who are featured in this book used to routinely attend monthly comic illustrator gatherings and we had the idea at one of these meetings. We all enjoy various levels of horror and supernatural media, and thought this was a great way to celebrate Cincinnati’s weird history.
CB: Was there a haunted tale up for debate that you didn't include or wish you had included?
CW: No. Some of the locations will be in book two and they are really cool!
KK: Looking back, I wish we could have included a tale from Northern Kentucky in this issue. What springs to mind first is Bobby Mackey’s Music World, but that has been done to death (excuse the pun). Maybe a ghost story or urban legend such as Alexandria’s Witch Hill, the ghosts of the Maysville Opera House, or one of the famously haunted historic houses in Covington — with the owner’s permission, of course.
We debated to include UFO sightings in the Tri-State on and off throughout the process, but ultimately decided to focus on the more ghostly and ghoulish side of the topic of the unexplained.
CB: How did you research the info to include in each tale? Who wrote the panels?
KK: That was a partnership between Christina and I. Personally I have an extensive collection and knowledge of local folklore in the region and Christina did the footwork to photograph and film each location. For each topic, a location dossier was written up for the creator and included links for further information. Then the writer or creator (some worked in teams and others, like myself, worked alone) would write the script, lay out the panels, and do the illustration work. As editor, I did approve the scripts and layouts to make sure they were staying close to the legends.
CB: Can you tell me which local illustrators participated?
KK: Many of the region’s best illustrators and writers eagerly volunteered to participate in this project, and they all did a fantastic job. Our cover was done by Thomas Miller, a wonderful science fiction and fantasy illustrator. Meanwhile, our first story, “Mermaids of the Ohio River,” was written by Jay Kalagayan and illustrated by Dylan Speeg, who are the team behind the MeSseD comic series. Brandon Wagner is a Cincinnati native illustrator who contributed the story “Music Hall Horror.” Our art director, Tim Fuller, did “Froggy Went a Courtn’;” he also is the creator of Sham Comics for Source Point Press. Christina Wald, our project manager and great children’s book illustrator, retold the urban legend of Satan’s Hallow in Blue Ash with a humorous twist. Rodney Fyke, who grew up in the area, worked on the Loveland Castle piece because of how much of a personal attachment he has to the location. Finally, I contributed the Sedamsville Rectory piece based on events during a paranormal investigation I did there a few years ago.
What I love about this anthology is how everyone interpreted the stories and told it in their own voices. We all have different illustration and design backgrounds, but by keeping on the topic of the paranormal we could work together
CB: This says it will be the first in the anthology. What's next?
CW: We want to stick to the “paranormal” theme. We plan to have a new issue each October. We also started (a) podcast.
KK: There is a lot of heart in this project so we are pretty optimistic that this anthology series can continue to produce new issues every year highlighting local ghost stories and creepy creatures for readers to enjoy.
CB: You said you guys also host a podcast about the paranormal and hometown haunts. When does that air? And where? Frequency? What do you all cover in that?
KK: This has been a fun side project which grew out of this comics anthology project! Currently, you can listen to Christina, Jen (Koehler) and I discuss Tri-State region legends and ghost stories every Wednesday on YouTube. So far, we have shared and discussed our own hometown haunts — which aren’t necessarily local to here. I am from Mishawaka, Indiana and Jen is from St. Louis, Missouri. We also read listener-submitted hometown haunts from around the United States (and hopefully beyond.)
CW: It posts every Wednesday at Midnight. We record on Mondays. We pick a few locations each week and have interviews.
CB: What was your favorite part about this process?
CW: Sketching out the story, illustrating it and making the videos. It was all too much fun.
KK: For me, it is the “legend tripping” — the process of researching the location and visiting it (with permission) to see it in person and just bask in the weird history of the place. This passion for legend tripping led me to write my first two books about haunted history and now to be able to share this thrill with a bunch of close friends has been a treat. I can’t wait to do it again next year.
CB: What do you hope readers will feel or take away from the book?
CW: A sense of the rich lore Cincinnati has to offer.
KK: Ghost stories and urban legends have a strange way of preserving local history and have it speak to modern audiences in an impactful way. What I am hoping is that our readers will not only be entertained but also get that spark of exploration and curiosity to seek out more weird history (that) Cincinnati and the region has to offer.

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The internet has given rise to numerous subcultures and trends, some of which have gained significant attention and sparked heated debates. One such phenomenon is the Waifumiia leaks, which have recently become a topic of interest among online communities. In this article, we will delve into the world of Waifumiia leaks, exploring their origins, impact, and the controversies surrounding them. Through extensive research and analysis, we aim to provide valuable insights into this intriguing subject.
The Origins of Waifumiia Leaks
1.1 The Definition of Waifumiia Leaks
Before we dive into the details, let’s establish a clear understanding of what Waifumiia leaks actually are. Waifumiia leaks refer to the unauthorized release of personal information, images, or videos of individuals who are considered “waifus” or “husbandos” within online communities. These fictional characters, often from anime, manga, or video games, are idolized and adored by fans who form a deep emotional connection with them.
1.2 The Emergence of Waifumiia Leaks
Waifumiia leaks first gained attention in the early 2010s when online communities dedicated to anime and manga started to flourish. As these communities grew, so did the desire for more information about the beloved characters. This led to the emergence of websites and forums where users could share and discuss leaked content related to their favorite waifus and husbandos.
The Impact of Waifumiia Leaks
2.1 The Emotional Connection
One of the key reasons why Waifumiia leaks have gained such prominence is the emotional connection fans have with these fictional characters. For many individuals, waifus and husbandos serve as a source of comfort, inspiration, and even companionship. The leaks provide an opportunity for fans to delve deeper into the lives of these characters, further strengthening their emotional bond.
2.2 Community Building
Waifumiia leaks have also played a significant role in fostering a sense of community among fans. Online forums and websites dedicated to discussing leaked content have become gathering places for like-minded individuals to connect, share their thoughts, and form friendships. These communities provide a safe space for fans to express their love for their favorite characters without fear of judgment.
2.3 Privacy Concerns
While Waifumiia leaks may be celebrated by some fans, they also raise serious privacy concerns. The unauthorized release of personal information, even if it pertains to fictional characters, can have real-life consequences. It can lead to harassment, stalking, and invasion of privacy for individuals who may share physical similarities with the waifus or husbandos.
The Controversies Surrounding Waifumiia Leaks
3.1 Ethical Considerations
One of the main controversies surrounding Waifumiia leaks revolves around the ethical implications of sharing personal information without consent. Critics argue that leaking such content violates the privacy rights of individuals, even if they are fictional characters. They believe that respecting boundaries, even in the realm of fiction, is essential.
3.2 Legal Ramifications
From a legal standpoint, Waifumiia leaks can be a gray area. While the leaked content may not involve real individuals, it can still infringe upon copyright laws if it includes copyrighted material. Additionally, if the leaked content is manipulated or used for malicious purposes, it can lead to legal consequences for the individuals involved.
Case Studies: Notable Waifumiia Leaks
4.1 The Sakura Incident
In 2018, a prominent anime character, Sakura, became the center of a Waifumiia leak controversy. Personal information, including images and videos, was leaked without consent, leading to widespread outrage within the anime community. This incident sparked discussions about the boundaries of fandom and the importance of consent.
4.2 The Impact on Voice Actors
Waifumiia leaks not only affect the fictional characters but also the voice actors who bring them to life. In some cases, leaked content may include personal information or images of voice actors, leading to potential privacy breaches and negative consequences for their careers.
Q&A: Addressing Common Questions
1. Are Waifumiia leaks illegal?
While the legality of Waifumiia leaks can vary depending on the circumstances, they can potentially infringe upon copyright laws and violate privacy rights. It is essential to consider the ethical and legal implications before engaging in or supporting such activities.
2. How can individuals protect themselves from Waifumiia leaks?
Individuals can take several steps to protect themselves from potential Waifumiia leaks. These include being cautious about sharing personal information online, using privacy settings on social media platforms, and reporting any unauthorized use of their images or videos.
3. What can online communities do to address the issue of Waifumiia leaks?
Online communities can play a crucial role in addressing the issue of Waifumiia leaks by implementing strict guidelines and moderation policies. They should encourage respectful discussions, discourage the sharing of leaked content, and educate their members about the potential consequences of engaging in such activities.
4. Are there any positive aspects to Waifumiia leaks?
While Waifumiia leaks have their controversies, some argue that they can contribute to the overall engagement and enthusiasm within online communities. However, it is essential to balance this enthusiasm with respect for privacy and consent.
5. How can fans express their love for waifus and husbandos without resorting to leaks?
There are numerous ways for fans to express their love for waifus and husbandos without resorting to leaks. They can create fan art, participate in discussions, attend conventions, and support official merchandise. These activities allow fans to engage with their favorite characters in a respectful and legal manner.
In conclusion, the Waifumiia leaks phenomenon has sparked both fascination and controversy within online communities. While these leaks provide fans with an opportunity to deepen their emotional connection with their beloved waifus and husbandos, they also raise significant ethical and legal concerns. It is crucial for individuals and online communities to navigate this complex landscape with respect for privacy, consent, and the boundaries of fiction. By doing so, we can ensure a more inclusive and responsible fandom culture.


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Hi, I'm Jason.
I've written a few books, such as Awake in the World and Eleanor. I also write a newsletter, Letters from Hill House, about life and work. I live with my family on a hill in Scappoose, Oregon, where I work as head of design for an AI startup by day and write fiction by night. I'm a compulsive doodler, a semi-competent drummer, a pencil collector, a former picky eater turned food adventurer, and a fan of nice long walks. More about me.
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- All the Queen's Men, SJ Bennett
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Manchester keeps spice users safer
Harm reduction approach protects drug users
Harm reduction approach protects drug users
A partnership between Greater Manchester Police and Manchester Metropolitan University is working to safeguard spice and other street drug users by taking a harm reduction approach.
The two institutions have signed an intelligence-sharing agreement that allows police to use the university’s facilities to see what is in the drugs they have seized using a specialist machine that can analyse substances within an hour.
The information allows police to assess whether the drugs could be particularly dangerous, meaning they can issue warnings to users and build an accurate picture of the drugs landscape across Greater Manchester.
Dr Oliver Sutcliffe, senior lecturer in psychopharmaceutical chemistry and director of Manchester Metropolitan University’s Manchester Drug Analysis and Knowledge Exchange research group, also known as MANDRAKE, spoke at a public lecture recently about the work the partnership has achieved so far.
Seized drugs give insight
Sutcliffe explained how the research unit was able to analyse samples of drugs seized at this year’s Parklife and Manchester Pride events, giving them insight into the demographic of recreational drug users and the types of drugs they are taking.
The unit has also been integral in analysing different strains of the street drug spice, and last year the information led to the release of a pamphlet advising users about how to take the drug, and what to do in the event of an overdose.
GMP officer Andy Costello works alongside MANDRAKE. Speaking at the lecture organised by Manchester University, Costello described how the rise of spice is the biggest issue he has had to face in his career.
Costello, who works in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, has followed the drug closely after first noticing “brightly coloured packages” littered around the street in 2013, when the drug could be bought legally and was sold as synthetic cannabis by head shops.
Since then the drug has been banned, along with all new psychoactive substances. But despite prohibition spice use has grown massively among rough sleeping communities across the country as well as in prisons.
Costello said: “The Psychoactive Substances Act came into force on 26 May 2016. We closed the head shops down and there was a period when we didn’t know what was going to happen. We thought, is that it? Have we done it?
“No. We found it came out and entrenched itself in the rough sleeping populations, and it really had a profound effect. I was seeing that the people who were using heroin and crack were beginning to use spice, and when we looked at the chemical make-up and how it was made we realised it was nothing like cannabis. Suddenly it was visible, and users were showing signs of withdrawal much akin to heroin.”
“Prohibition doesn’t work”
Costello told the lecture how the word “zombie”, often used to describe spice users in the press, dehumanises some of the people he has known for more than 10 years working on the beat and who are suffering with addiction problems.
The partnership aims to take a more holistic approach to reduce harm to users but GMP has to work within legislation – the introduction of the Psychoactive Substances Act means possession is a criminal offence.
Joanna Neill, Manchester University professor of psychopharmacology, organised the event. She favours regulation of street drugs and a complete overhaul of current drug laws, and says the approach taken by Costello and Sutcliffe should be extended to support drug users across the country.
Neill said: “Prohibition does not work. People still use drugs very widely, and they should be kept safe. The work that MANDRAKE and GMP are doing is all about harm reduction.
She added: “The government needs to sit up and lend its support to brilliant projects such as this, which offer a tangible solution to one of our country’s biggest problems”.
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Following two home explosions in a rural area of northwest Pennsylvania within three months of each other, Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) Monday called for federal help to protect the public from risks associated with the development of shale gas in the Marcellus and Utica plays.
"We need to ensure that Pennsylvanians, as well as all U.S. residents, are not in any danger from the extraction of these valuable domestic sources of energy," Casey wrote in a letter Monday to Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu. "The access to new sources of gas in the Marcellus and Utica fields has the potential to provide good, high-paying jobs. Yet these particularly memorable incidents [home explosions] require credible efforts at mitigating risks to the public."
Since December two homes in McKean County, PA, (the state leader in drilling permits for oil and natural gas wells) were destroyed in explosions -- the first on Dec. 12, 2010 and the second on Feb. 28. "The belief that the source of the explosions is some type of thermogenic gas migration caused by extensive drilling appears to be widespread," he said.
Two elderly residents were injured but survived the first blast. The owner of the second home was not at home at the time of the explosion. "The McKean County homes were located about two and [a] half miles from each other in neighborhoods bordering Hedgehog Lane, where oil and gas drilling activities had caused methane gas infiltration into drinking water wells, leading to taste and smell impacts," Casey said.
Schreiner Oil & Gas Inc., the company involved, was ordered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to restore the water and has been providing bottled water to the impacted neighborhood.
"The explosion of the two houses in close proximity to this troubled area certainly appears to be more than coincidence, yet the phenomenon is poorly understood and there is currently no way of preventing or even predicting when such incidents may occur," Casey said. "According to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Emergency Response Program, there have been dozens of gas migration incidents in northwestern Pennsylvania recently."
In addition to the home blasts, there have been other nonresidential incidents in the Mt. Jewett Borough and a well ignition in Tally-Ho, both located in McKean County. "While investigations are ongoing, the initial determinations are that these harrowing incidents were not caused by any gas utility issues. Rather, it appears that the gas may have migrated from deep underground during periods of high barometric pressure coupled with seismic activity and extensive new deep drilling activities," Casey said.


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Oregon Health & Science University, Organizational change -- Psychological aspects, Medical colleges -- Faculty -- Attitudes, Labor union members -- Attitudes
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In the early 1990s, Oregon Health and Science University leadership examined the political and economic landscape and determined it needed a new operational model to survive and thrive. In 1995 OHSU separated from the state higher education system and became a public corporation, with goals of increased efficiency, customer-focus, ability to attract world-class researchers and physicians, and salaries commensurate with an urban academic health center.
This research examines the internal impacts when universities undergo significant change, using OHSU's governance change as a case study. Central is the question: what effect(s) did OHSU's decision to become a unique public corporation have on specific employee groups? This study looks at two groups and their perceptions of the change: faculty, and union-represented staff.
The author interviewed the leadership team who led the transition, reviewed historical and organizational documents and archives, and examined quantitative data such as tuition, state funding, research, and salaries. Interviews were then conducted with longtime and former employees to obtain employee perceptions. Finally, the study compares employee perceptions about process, culture, and job satisfaction, to the goals established by the leadership.
The results of this study reveal that, while there were internal and external challenges, the transition to a public corporation was successful according to the perceptions of most employees when compared to the goals. After the transition, OHSU did become more efficient and more nimble for a time, able to recruit world-class employees and pay competitive salaries. Staff felt empowered and some faculty felt it made OHSU a better institution. However, some faculty felt that OHSU's transition to the public corporation eventually led to increased bureaucracy, as well as to the loss of shared governance, tenure practices, and other cultural norms inherent to academic institutions.
By examining OHSU's transition and the impacts on employee groups, this study provides insight to other universities contemplating this type of change. While each institution is unique, understanding the impacts to these key stakeholders can help universities plan for and implement significant governance change.
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Townsville reacts to 3-day snap lockdown
Townsville’s mayor Jenny Hill is urging the city to remain calm amid the snap lockdown.
It comes after a 19-year-old Sandgate woman who worked at the Prince Charles Hospital travelled to Townsville on Thursday.
Cr Hill urged the community to stay calm.
“At the moment we have queues waiting to be tested, we are assisting police with staff in terms of traffic management, that’s great,” she told Bill McDonald on 4BC Drive.
“The bad news is, I’ve got community that at the moment seems to be panic buying.”
She said there would be a number of “grey nomads” in town for events due to be held this week.
“If you’re here, please park and stay in place.”
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Syracuse, N.Y. -- I love Syracuse winters in December. Even in January, the snow looks fresh and beautiful. But by mid-February, shoveling snow in freezing temperatures loses its appeal.
When I have trouble remembering what sunshine looks like, it’s time to consider taking a trip.
San Diego is the perfect cure for Syracusans fed up with winter.
In an average February, the sun shines on the streets of San Diego an average of 71 percent of the hours between sunrise and sunset, according to the National Climatic Data Center. In Syracuse, the average is 39 percent.
There are some sunnier cities in America. But there are not many of them. And none that offer as many attractions as San Diego. There’s the San Diego Zoo. Balboa Park is filled with great museums, a photogenic Botanical Hall, and a Desert Garden full of cactuses.
There are miles of beautiful Pacific Ocean shoreline at Cabrillo National Monument. Seals gather on the beach each evening in the village of La Jolla, just a short drive from San Diego. Eighteen miles north of the city, Torrey Pines State Park offers hiking trails with stunning ocean views.
And San Diego is about 130 miles from Hollywood, close enough that you can take a side trip, tour a movie studio, get into the audience of one of your favorite TV shows and gawk at celebrities. I got free tickets from the “Conan O’Brien Show” and “Let’s Make a Deal” to join their studio audiences. Amtrak can get you to Los Angeles hassle-free. If you are driving there, avoid the L.A. rush hour. It’s more horrifying than a teen slasher movie.
A half dozen commercial airlines fly from Syracuse to San Diego. None of them offer non-stop flights. In February, fares can be had for about $450 roundtrip. Buy your tickets about six weeks in advance and you might find a better price.
A caution to travelers: California is very expensive, especially if you are used to Syracuse prices. I was charged $55 at a San Diego restaurant for breakfast for three. The pancakes were extraordinary, but not worth that kind of dough.
San Diego Zoo
The most famous attraction in San Diego is the San Diego Zoo. It is ranked the sixth-largest zoo in the world by many travel guides. Spread out over 100 acres in Balboa Park, there are more than 800 species of animals. The zoo has everything from slow-moving 300-pound Galapagos turtles to sleek black panthers.
It is one of only four U.S. zoos that exhibit Giant Pandas. Unless you’re a marathon runner, you might find strolling the entire zoo a challenge. The zoo offers shuttle buses and an aerial tram to help visitors get around.
Be prepared for some sticker shock. The cost of Syracuse’s Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is usually $8 for adults, $4 for children older than 2. The San Diego Zoo admission is $42 for adults, $32 for children older than 3.
My advice: go early and pack a lunch in a backpack.
Seals in La Jolla
The zoo isn’t the only place to see exotic animals near San Diego.
Thirteen miles north of the city, in the ritzy seaside village of La Jolla, dozens of harbor seals swim ashore daily in the late afternoon to sleep on Casa Beach. Beginning in early February, the mother seals give birth to pups. Visitors are asked to stay a little further away from mid-December until mid-May, but you can still get close enough to hear the seals barking and take cool photos and videos. This outing is free.
If you go to La Jolla to see the seals, double up and visit the nearby Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography ($14 for adults) or Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve ($10 per car). Torrey Pines has miles of beautiful hiking trails that go from cliffs overlooking the ocean to unspoiled beaches.
My advice: Arrive at 4 p.m. at Casa Beach to see seals. Stick around and take photos of the sun setting on the ocean.
Cabrillo National Monument
Located across the San Diego Bay on the Point Loma peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean, this is a 160-acre park on the site where in 1542 Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo became the first European to set foot on the West Coast of the United States.
The park features a picturesque coastline, tidal pools that children and adults will enjoy exploring for hours, and self-guided tours of the restored Old Point Loma Lighthouse, which was used from 1855 to 1891.
In the winter, the national park is a good place to spot whales swimming in the ocean. From December through March, around 26,000 gray whales make a 10,000-mile migration from the Arctic Sea south to Baja California and back. Pack a pair of binoculars.
There are also many whale-watching boat tours that can be booked in San Diego.
Admission to Cabrillo National Monument is $5 per carload.
My advice: Give yourself hours to walk the beach and explore the tidal pools.
Balboa Park is a gem in the middle of San Diego, just like Central Park is in New York City. But Balboa Park is even bigger.
It’s the nation’s largest urban cultural park. Created by civic leaders in 1868, Balboa Park is named after Vasco Nunez de Balboa, the first European to spot the Pacific Ocean.
It is 1,200 acres. By comparison, Central Park is 843 acres. Balboa Park has plenty of unique attractions that aren’t every-day sights for Syracusans. Like cactus. In fact, there are several special gardens in the park that are full of cacti. The Desert Garden contains more than 1,300 plants, including some of the oddest-looking cactus I’ve ever seen. The peak blooming period is January through March.
Speaking of plants, the view of the Balboa Park Botanical Building with a Koi-filled Lily Pond in the foreground is one of San Diego’s most-photographed scenes. The light that streams into the historic lath structure will make photographers in your party drool.
My advice: You can easily spend a relaxing day in this park.
The winter weather in San Diego is so nice, so different than Syracuse’s, that you might be tempted to visit only outdoor attractions.
But don’t miss the Balboa Park Museums. There are 15 major museums in the park. Among them are museums devoted to anthropology, art, automobiles, Latino culture, model railroads, natural history, photography, science, space and veterans.
The Tinken Museum of Art is free, but most of the others charge adult admissions that range from $8 to $17.50, for the Air & Space Museum.
You can buy a one-day adult pass for $35 that is good for any five of the park’s 14 participating attractions. So this winter, if you need to get away from it all, think of San Diego. With the exception of Seattle, the 2,740-mile trip to San Diego is as far as you can commercially fly and still land in the continental United States.
It’s the anti-dote to February in Syracuse.
Contact Mike McAndrew at firstname.lastname@example.org or 470-3016.
Post-Standard editor Mike McAndrew traveled Dec. 5 to sunny San Diego. He spent seven days visiting attractions in San Diego and in Burbank.
Biggest expenses: Airfare, dining out, Burbank hotel, rental car.
Best experience: Being in the audience for two tapings of “The Conan O’Brien Show” and one taping of “Let’s Make a Deal” was fun. But viewing the natural beauty of the San Diego coastline and Balboa Park was better.
Worst experience: Rush-hour traffic in Los Angeles.
Biggest regret: Didn’t swim in the Pacific Ocean.
Best souvenir: Carried home four little cactuses.
San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau: sandiego.org
San Diego hotels, attractions, restaurants: sandiego.com/
San Diego Zoo: sandiegozoo.org/
Balboa Park and museums: balboapark.org/
Cabrillo National Monument: nps.gov/cabr/index.htm
Seeing seals in La Jolla: lajollafriendsoftheseals.org/
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve: torreypine.org/

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Facades Featured At McNab Project At Springwood
While we can read all about the benefits of a high-quality façades, reading about their application in a real-life property setting truly brings home the point of just how aesthetically pleasing and functional facades can truly be.
Contractor McNab, architect Ultra Linea Architecture and various other professional tradesmen recently worked on a residential project and delivered a top-quality product on time and within budget. The project in question was 7- 9 Thornhill Street Springwood – a Brisbane Housing Commission Project.
Scopes of the work included screens, Louvre window hoods, balcony balustrade, trellis systems, among a plethora of others. While the architect made good use of the front yard for the resident’s convenience, without detracting from the overall appeal, and the use of large vertical feature panels and contrasting colours do capture one’s attention, this well-defined building has a particular interesting façade which needs to be pointed out.
While the facades are only one element of this architectural project, this blog does not wish to detract from the other stunning features of this project in it’s attempt to highlight the facades, but the facades need some attention as they offer so many benefits that no architect can ignore.
Let’s Focus On The Benefits Of Facades
Not only does Aluminium Balustrades boast loads of experience building facades which look great, but they have experience in facades which offer a plethora of benefits that any architect would be wise to include in their architectural undertakings.
Every benefit is clearly seen at 7- 9 Thornhill Street Springwood:
- Facades set the style for the rest of the property and as in this Springwood property, facades truly set the unique, sophisticated style of this particular building.
- High-quality facades do indeed increase the value of your property, and in this case, added to the overall price tag of the Springwood property.
- Facades, especially, enhance the beauty of the exterior walls and in the McNab property case, they enhance the aesthetics exponentially.
- A building façade system also provides protection against natural elements like high winds, severe storms etc.
- Top quality facades also control noise pollution and improve acoustics, together with reducing the noise levels within the property.
- Best yet, facades like the ones used at Springwood, increase light penetration and filtration as well as bring in more fresh air into the property.
If you’d like you add high-quality facades as seen in Springwood and enjoy all the functional and aesthetic benefits that go with it, contact Aluminium Balustrades today. Our expert team are on hand to offer all the advice you need and a non-obligatory quote.


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A 19-year-old man filed a federal civil-rights lawsuit against the City of Seattle today, alleging he was “shoved, threatened and menaced” by a Seattle police officer during an investigation that had nothing to do with him.
The suit, brought by Ismail Abdella, also alleges that the officer, Clayton Powell, later threatened him at South Precinct holding cell.
The suit stems from a high-profile incident in August in which Powell was captured on video, that was later posted on YouTube, repeatedly shoving Abdella during a heated confrontation that erupted while police were investigating a pellet-gun shooting.
The holding-cell incident, recorded on in-house video, showed Powell clenching his fist and making a punching motion toward Abdella. Police said at one point during the initial confrontation, Abdella appeared to spit on Powell, an allegation Abdella denies.
City prosecutors declined to bring charges against Powell, citing an outside expert’s report that found police botched the case due to the department’s culture and investigative failures.
No criminal charge was brought against Abdella, who previously filed a claim against the city seeking $500,000.
His suit, which seeks unspecified monetary damages, also names Powell and two other Seattle police officers for allegedly failing to take actions to stop Powell.
The City Attorney’s Office declined comment on the suit.

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Green norms eased, highway expansion gets a leg-up
In a big boost to highways expansion in the country, the cabinet Thursday cleared a proposal that will allow the construction of highways of up to 100-km length and 40-m width without seeking an environment clearance.delhi Updated: Jun 28, 2013 00:16 IST
In a big boost to highways expansion in the country, the cabinet Thursday cleared a proposal that will allow the construction of highways of up to 100-km length and 40-m width without seeking an environment clearance.
So far, environment was mandatory for building any highway stretch that was over 30-km long and more than 20 metre wide. This norm had resulted in humongous delays with over two dozen projects getting stuck.
Senior road ministry officials said that the cabinet’s decision will rev up highways expansion which has hit a snail’s pace over the last one year because of delays in getting various clearances.
“Because of relaxation of norms, now almost 70 % of the highway projects won’t require environment clearance. It will automatically expedite expansion work,” said a senior ministry official.
The cabinet has also waived off mandatory environment clearance that was so far required for procuring soil from up to 2 metre depth and from an area which is less than two hectare in length. Soil is required for levelling of roads during construction and embankments.
As of now, soil was categorised as “minor mineral” and environment clearance was required for procuring it.
This had resulted in shortage of soil for earthwork which had affected road construction. Many states had written to the highways ministry to lift the ban.
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ELECTION ’12//HAYWARD SCHOOL BOARD | The Hayward Chamber of Commerce released their endorsements for Hayward Unified School District this past week endorsing former city council candidate Peter Bufete, planning commissioner Sara Lamnin and Cal State East Bay employee, Annette Walker.
The endorsement comes shortly after The Citizen reported last month school board president Jesus Armas’s affair with fellow board member, Maribel Heredia. Since then Armas and Heredia chose not to run for re-election, thus leaving two open seats for candidates to be contested. The third open seat belongs to incumbent Dr. Luis Reynoso, who is running for re-election.
The chamber’s election process is kept confidential from the public and so is its Government Relations Council who interviewed the potential endorsees. Reynoso, who was interviewed by the board, reported Armas is a member of the council.
Reynoso told the Chamber he did not want their endorsement because he believes having Armas on their interviewing board while also being the president of the school board is unethical and a conflict of interest. Hugget was contacted for comment on Armas’s involvement in the endorsement process but has not responded.
Others who partook in the interview process for endorsements allegedly included Christian Zaballos from R. Zaballos & Sons, Inc., Tina Martinez from Bank of the West, Michael Mahoney, former CEO of St. Rose Hospital and George Pacheco Jr., from Pacheco Brothers, according to Reynoso. Also an unidentified pastor from Hayward is also a member of the council.
Both Martinez and Zaballo are part of the Chamber’s Board of Directors as well, according to the Chamber’s Web site. The Pacheco Brothers, a landscaping company, has previously been hired for their services by both the city and HUSD. Reynoso said this was unethical. “Why would you have employees from both the city and the school board part of an endorsement process?” asked Reynoso rhetorically.
Bufete on the other hand had recently disclosed Armas suggested he run for the school board; although he says his main influence to run was from Paul Hodges, board member for the Hayward Area and Recreation Park District. Bufete was also friends with Armas’s son for many years and had attended school together prior to college.
The 22-year old has made a name for himself recently because of his youth and positive demeanor after finishing sixth in last June’s primary. Many politicians in the area, such as Hayward Councilwoman Barbara Halliday, have spoken highly of the recent college graduate. The endorsement is likely the biggest one that Bufete has ever received concerning both his prior run for city council and for HUSD.
Both Lamnin and Walker were contacted to comment on their endorsement from the Chamber but have not responded at this time.
Other candidates running for the school board are Heather Reyes, John Taylor and Wandra Williams.
EDIT: Previously said Bufete attended high school with Armas’s son. Changed to reflect possible attendance together in either Middle School or High school by referring to the years of attendance as “prior to college.”
Shane Bond is an East Bay Citizen contributor.


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URUMQI, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on Tuesday issued a report on the employment of ethnic groups in the region.
The report, released by the Xinjiang Development Research Center, concludes that governments at all levels as well as enterprises in Xinjiang, and other provinces and cities have actively helped people of different ethnic minority groups find jobs and fully safeguarded their basic rights such as labor right and the right to development.
In recent years, local governments in Xinjiang have attached great importance to promoting job opportunities for workers of ethnic groups both within and outside the region.
The autonomous region has built a complete, scientific and efficient employment system and mechanism for workers to find jobs and ensure their job security while fully respecting personal wishes.
Xinjiang has invested heavily in vocational training over the years. Statistics indicated that the region had arranged various skill training for about 6.96 million people from 2014 to 2019.
Meanwhile, a spate of favorable policies and regulations related to employment have been formulated to clarify the legal rights of workers in Xinjiang and protect their religious freedom.
Over the past five years, the region has helped foster 379,400 new entrepreneurs, who have offered jobs to 827,400 people.
By the end of 2019, the number of people insured for basic endowment, unemployment and work-related injuries for urban and rural workers in Xinjiang had reached 18.91 million, with a coverage rate of more than 90 percent.


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Jimmy Fallon has parodied this year's most popular songs on his NBC show Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Fallon and guest Rashida Jones sang a medley of hit songs with a holiday twist.
The duo changed the lyrics of songs like Katy Perry's 'Roar', Lorde's 'Royals' and Daft Punk's 'Get Lucky' to fit the holiday season.
"I ate the thigh of the turkey/ The gravy/ Everything you made me/ Now I'm on the sofa/ And you're gonna hear me snore/ Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh," Fallon and Jones sang for 'Roar'.
They were joined by country star Carrie Underwood, who had her own take on Miley Cyrus's 'Wrecking Ball'.
Fallon also performed a sketch about Candy Crush Saga on the show featuring Homeland's Mandy Patinkin, in which Patinkin offered tips on how to play the popular game.
Fallon is to take over The Tonight Show from Jay Leno in February 2014.


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Erroll WAS NEVER
a traitor OR A fascist
SIX OF A SIX PART
SPECIAL ARTICLE by
- - One, whose role had been to interrogate
Broughton before his arrest, so as to establish how he might stand up
under pressure, had been Trafford's own father.
dual agenda had been highly secret and afterwards Trafford Snr.,
had once more been required to take the 'Official Secrets
Act' so as to establish that he would never talk about the
Erroll case to anyone.
for me, old men do not wish to go to their graves with blood
on their consciences.
man, cover name, 'Edmund' wanted the record set straight
because he deplored the fact that Erroll, had been wiped out
in cold blood, simply because he had known too much for his
own good and might have talked.
the unravelling of the Erroll murder has been far more
tortuous than it is possible to relate in a few columns.
- - Erroll and his
lover, Diana Broughton, on
the Kilifi Ferry during their
six week romance.
COURTESY - ERROL TRZEBINSKI)
strange route back to that turf in Karen where in the early hours of
24 January in 1941 when the female agent pulled the trigger, killing
the 22 Earl of Erroll, with all the expertise of her profession, has
convinced me that Erroll was dealt with by his own Government, because
those in power feared his indiscretion.
fact his knowledge could have brought about its resignation.
was never any question of Joss Erroll being a traitor, fascist or
was a brilliant man with a photographic memory who simply knew too
much for his own good. While it is generally accepted that 'all is
fair in love and war' it does not make the knowledge any less shocking
that within minutes of his death, a British agent transmitted the
signal: "Ich hatte einen kamraden. 24 0255" beside
Lord Erroll's hired Buick, which had come to an abrupt and unexplained
message was relayed by wireless from Nairobi to Pretoria, from
Pretoria to Cairo, from Cairo to London, in confirmation to those who
were awaiting the news that Scotland's Hereditary High Constable was
have now lived in Kenya for almost half a century myself, becoming
bored and non-plussed by the way in which the 'Happy Valley'
cliché has continued to evoke glamour and decadence in equal measure.
the grand-children and great-grand children of third generation
settlers, my own three offspring are just as irritated by this 'cache'
who lives in post Colonial Africa, lives on the edge of uncertainty
and never more so than since Independence.
everyone I know who lives out here, loves Kenya and they work very
we employ servants, have early morning tea brought to our bed-side,
have our mosquito nets let down each night, in the hope of preventing
ever threatening, malaria, because dirty laundry is whisked away, to
be returned to pristine freshness, next day, I prefer to couch these
benefits as luxury rather than decadence.
for my own youth I do recall how at the age of sixteen, at the height
of the Mau Mau Emergency in Kenya, being shocked myself at the ease
with which Europeans appeared to lead their lives.
seemed so carefree, and spontaneous with no household chores of any
sort to deaden the soul.
fact, the height of 'decadence' in my day, was to dance the night away
at Torr's Hotel just as Erroll and his lover, Diana Broughton
a 4.00 am breakfast we also used drive out from Nairobi to watch the
dawn rise over the Rift Valley with one's latest admirer.
this was romantic it was also quite commonplace among the young.
I cannot for the life of me sixty odd years on, find any sin in that
youthful and relatively innocent activity.
Errol Trzebinski 2000.
Life And Death Of Lord Erroll',
the new book by Errol Trzebinski, is now on sale at bookshops in
Mombasa and Nairobi.


At Locus, we’re hyper-focused on delivering innovative and technologically advanced warehouse robots that optimize worker productivity and maximize customer ROI. One of the questions we get a lot is about why we built a circular robot vs. a rectangular robot. In a perfect world, a warehouse robot should be able to carry a heavy, large load and easily navigate in a narrow aisle, but, unfortunately, physics won’t allow for this (curse you physics!). As the saying goes, you can’t put 10 pounds of … “stuff” in a 5-pound bag. So, we’re left to consider the tradeoffs in developing our product.
The Moving Sofa Problem
One of the ways that I think about the trade offs between rectangular and circular robots is the Moving Sofa Problem*. This is an open mathematical problem about the maximum area you can move an object around a 90-degree corner of fixed size. It’s not a perfect representation of what I’ll call the “Moving Robot Problem”, but it’s interesting nonetheless (especially if you like math).
Image source: Dan Romik
The Moving Robot Problem
When we think about maximizing customer ROI, we want to give robots the ability to travel and maneuver efficiently within the fixed space of a warehouse. Therefore, within an aisle of a certain size, bots should be able to pass each other, turn in place, and handle the tight corners prevalent in some facilities. That’s why the robot’s shape is critical to its success and efficiency in this crowded and dynamic environment.
Circular robots (when sized appropriately) can handle this easily. If a circular robot is slightly smaller than half of the aisle width, they can obviously pass bidirectionally. They can easily change direction by turning in place within the aisle and even pass bidirectionally in a corner – all without an issue. This minimizes time-wasting travel distances while significantly optimizing key operational metrics such as Units per Hour (UPH) / Lines per Hour (LPH), and order cycle time.
Coming from a world of rectangular push-carts, developing a rectangular robot seems like an obvious choice. However, rectangular-shaped robots struggle with many of these scenarios. While they are able to pass in an appropriately sized aisle, they can’t handle corners well and they certainly can’t easily turn around in the aisle. To manage this challenge, it is often necessary to limit the travel of rectangular robots to one-way, one-bot-per-aisle workflows.
The downside of this approach is that it significantly impacts the same key operational metrics (UPH)/LPH, cycle times, etc.) when compared to round bot designs. Because of the need to use one-way streets, robots are limited in their ability to maneuver. They must now travel longer distances to reach their designated pick locations. This becomes a significant concern when they encounter obstacles, congestion, blocked aisles, and more. When a rectangular robot is confined to a follow-bot configuration, order cycle time increases and worker pick speeds drop. That’s not the kind of trade-off a knowledgeable warehouse operator is willing to accept when tasked with meeting customer SLAs.
Size (and Shape) Does Matter
Circular robot designs are generally superior to rectangular designs. They’re quick, nimble, and highly flexible in a wide range of environments. They let warehouse operators utilize their entire warehouse, without reconfiguring their operation. And, when used with Locus’s patented, multi-bot picking methodology, they minimize travel distance for both robots and workers, allowing operators to at least double their UPH/LPH, and lower order cycle times. As much as we’d like to see rectangular robots deliver the same results, it’s impossible to ignore the reality of physics.
As you consider your automation options, be openminded to leaving behind the obvious (rectangular cart / rectangular robot), and consider that advances in technology often drive unexpected solutions. Demand measurable, demonstrable results, and choose the path that will drive productivity and expandability in a real-world warehouse environment. Do not allow your affinity for the familiar override your respect for science.
The enthusiastic customer testimonials Locus has received from the likes of DHL, GEODIS, and others resoundingly validate the assertion that size (and shape) make a difference in warehouse performance. Understanding these dynamics yields a better outcome for the knowledgeable warehouse operator.
* Grateful acknowledgement and sincere thanks to Dan Romik for permission to allow us to use the animation used in his blog post, "The Moving Sofa Problem", UC Davis, June 2016. You can check out Mr. Romik's amazing work here.


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Voters' register for the mayoral election Registration of Germans living in Germany
A list of persons entitled to vote is kept for each constituency. The electoral roll ensures the proper participation of eligible voters in the election.
A list of persons entitled to vote is kept for each constituency. The electoral roll is the basis for the proper conduct of the election. It ensures that only those entitled to vote take part in the election and cast their vote only once. It is drawn up on the 42nd day before the election by registering all eligible voters with their main residence in the population register in the electoral area ex officio. If you acquire the right to vote after the 42nd day before the election, e.B. by moving in, you will also be registered ex officio. You will receive an election notification by entering it in the voters' register. Homeless persons as well as persons who have their centre of life in the electoral area but are only registered with a secondary residence can submit an application for entry on the voters' register up to the 15th day before the election.
- Annex 1a of the BbgKWahlV: Application for entry in the voters' register in accordance with § 10 sec. 1 sentence 2 and 3 BbgKWahlG
- Annex 1b of the BbgKWahlV:Application for entry in the voters' register in accordance with § 15 (2) sentence 2 BbgKWahlV
The forms Annex 1a and Annex 1b must be in the original (written form requirement).
The form forms are available from the district returning officer or can be accessed on the Internet, e.B. under
The right to vote is given, i.e.:
- German citizenship within the meaning of Article 116 paragraph 1 of the Basic Law,
- 16 years of age,
- Permanent residence in the electoral area or whoever else habitually resides in the electoral area.
- Is not excluded from the right to vote.
§§ 23 and 24 BbgKWahlG, §§ 13 to 15 BbgKWahlV
The registration of persons with permanent residence in the electoral area is carried out ex officio.
Homeless persons as well as persons who have their centre of life in the electoral area but are only registered with a secondary residence must submit an application for entry in the voters' register.
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Every Canadian knows the pain of shopping at the US Amazon store. Here’s an example.
You find an inexpensive charcoal grill, say the Char-Broil TRU-Infrared Kettleman Charcoal Grill (affiliate link). You check it out and it sounds like just what you’re looking for. You see the price is $63.69. Great deal. But then comes the kick in the groin.
The price doesn’t include “$217.05 Shipping & Import Fees Deposit to Canada” – three times the price of the grill itself!
So, you go to the Canadian version of Amazon and search for the exact same grill. The price? *398.00* – over a hundred dollars more.
If you know me, you know I’ve discovered a love of cooking (short version, reminds me of my mom). So I’ve been using a great app on iOS called AnyList (affiliate link). It’s also available via the web at Anylist.com.
The app lets me collect recipes I find on the web (at last count, I’ve got over *1,300* recipes in the app!) and create shopping lists. It does a LOT more so check it out yourself.
The key to all my recipes has been simplicity. I don’t want to cook anything complicated or requires hours to prepare. So it makes cooking a lot of fun.
Now that I’m married and the cook of the family, I’m branching out from making just my faves and instead trying to find stuff that myself, two boys and my lovely wife would also like. Last night, I made my best meal ever!
Alongside the brisket, I made Buffalo Cauliflower. It came out really tasty and was a nice change up from boring old cauliflower. I also made Garlicky Red Potatoes. They weren’t as garlicky as I’d hoped but they were still delicious.
This was the first time I’d tried to make three different things simultaneously. The Crockpot really helped because the slow cooker function meant I didn’t have to rush and the cauliflower and potatoes need similar temps and times to cook so I threw them all into the oven at the same time.
Best part is the brisket recipe has a *lot* of leftover sauce so tonight, I’ll make brown rice (again, really easily in the crockpot), throw it into the sauce, roast some Italian sausage and vegetables and make cornbread (SO GOOD!).
If there’s anyone who thinks they can’t cook (I’m looking at a lot of you guys out there), let me know and I’ll show you some recipes that are ridiculously easy to make!
We’re focusing our efforts on a great Twitter experience that’s consistent across platforms. So, starting today the Twitter for Mac app will no longer be available for download, and in 30 days will no longer be supported.
Ignoring that first full-of-incredible-amounts-of-BULLSHIT sentence, those of us familiar with the app know they effectively killed it months ago and it hasn’t been in active development for a very long time. I was surprised to hear how many folks not only liked the native Twitter app but didn’t realize there were other, better options available.
I am a big fan of the Tapbots apps (affiliate links below):
Both Tweetbot and Twitterrific are more full-featured than the Twitter for Mac app and both block the annoying “Promoted Tweets” you see on the web site and in the Twitter for Mac app. Additionally, both have much greater control over muting and “muffling” (in the Twitterrific app) than anything else I’ve used.
I especially like Twitterrific’s Muffle feature. Unlike Tweetbot, which allows you to Mute “people, hashtags, or tweets via keywords” and therefore hide those tweets for a period of time (or forever), Twitterrific allows you to “muffle” tweets in the same way (and even faster/better). I personally prefer the Muffle feature because it lets me choose words or phrases that then get grayed out in my Twitter feed but not hidden:
In the above case, I still want to see tweets from BC Ferries but not the ones that have to do with Tsawwassen. And, if I do want to see the tweet, all I have to do is click on it and it expands.
This is a huge help when there is a news story or an event (the Olympics!) going on you don’t want to see information about but still want to see other tweets by that same account. The problem I always had with the way Tweetbot hides tweets is I would often forget that I’d hidden them. With the Twitterrific way, I still see the tweets.
But, make no mistake – both Tweetbot and Twitterrific are great apps and well worth the money if you are a fan of Twitter but want a better way to manage what you see in your feed. And both are made by great Mac developers you should support.
It’s completely ridiculous but today, I’m a little sad and wistful.
After I moved to Nashville, TN from Vancouver, I found a nice little apartment. But it had no furniture. So, for the first time in my life, I went furniture shopping on my own.
I found this wonderful leather couch and loveseat combination. I loved the couch – its design, the suppleness of the leather, its length (I could lay down on it without body parts hanging off either end!), its depth, its softness, all of it. I was very proud of myself for striking a good deal with the sales guy and was very excited when it was delivered.
That couch remained with me for the next 16 years. It is the oldest object I own. Through twelve subsequent moves – eight different towns, two countries, four states and two provinces, that couch was there for me every day to rest on, watch TV on, eat on, talk on.
When I moved to Gibsons, we assumed the couch would join us. Sadly, the place I moved to has doors too narrow and windows too sealed to fit through. We tried and tried but it simply wouldn’t fit in the house. We thought we might be able to give it to a friend but they didn’t want it. In hindsight, I should have sold it while I was still in Vancouver.
So it’s been sitting on the deck for the past four months, getting moldy, rained on and neglected. Finally, we decided it had to go and today, we dismantled it and took it to the dump.
Except for a few cat scratch marks, that couch looked as good as the day I bought it. Even though I sat in the exact same end of it every day for 16 years, it showed no sign of age, sagging or collapse. The leather aged only slightly and even then, remarkably well. As we took it apart, we marveled at its inner workmanship. There were straps and connectors and bolts and all manner of carpentry inside to ensure it would last a lifetime.
Sadly, it didn’t. And I honestly feel bad that, in the end, I treated it so poorly. It deserved a better fate than to be destroyed and taken to the dump.
It lists as costing $25.99 but check out this screenshot:
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I was dreading taking the Olympus M1 to Australia with me instead of my beloved Nikon d600. I’ve never used the M1 on a regular basis and I’m unfamiliar with its controls. I know the D600 like the back of my hand and it’s a big, comfortable camera for me.
But the combination of the iPhone X (which takes some pretty damn good shots) and the M1 has been enough to not pine for the big D600…..much…. 🙂

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Turandot is without a doubt one of the most popular and enduring operas created, so naturally it was only a matter of time until Handa Opera took the seminal story and performed it against the backdrop of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and Opera House. In its fifth year of the outdoor opera season, Turandot comes out all guns blazing with the perfect balance of star quality and emotion to delight even the most sneering of operagoers.
Chen Shi-Zheng has taken the directors chair in this production, and he brings his own experience and history with Chinese theatre and high budget productions to this opera performance, with easily and gusto. The injection of an experienced and capable director allows the show to elevate into a spectacle without any cultural cringe that audiences are usually privy to at the opera. But it’s this direction, in conjunction with a fantastic cast, astonishing chorus, and exquisitely detailed costumes, set design and staging that allow Turandot to soar and rank among the best for Handa Opera.
With a huge Chinese dragon protruding from the stage, the set up is immaculate and profoundly bold. It is intrepid and eye catching, with images and animations projected along its side in perfect clarity. At one point the dragon even breathes fire – one of the production’s most dazzling features. On the opposite side of the stage stands a gallant pagoda where Turandot appears above the audience and crowd, preaching in fantastic magnitude and bringing gravitas to the production. Sadly the platform, which moves up and down, shakes uncontrollably throughout use and loses the elegant ascension Turandot is worthy of.
Shi-Zheng’s choreography is meticulous, with all spaces being filled during the dances. Indeed the layout of the set is superb, with dances filling the bottom of the stage and cranes, towers and fireworks capturing the attention of the audience above the scene. At no point does the show feel gaudy or exploitative of Chinese culture, but rather a twist on the traditional story with careful precision. Naturally fireworks are released after the classic and hauntingly beautiful Nessum Dorma is performed, with the audience expecting little less despite attention being drawn from Riccardo Massi’s exquisite voice.
Opera Australia have hit a jackpot once more with the show, with the principal performers, chorus and orchestra in perfect sync. Serbian soprano, Dragana Radakovic is captivating as Turandot and is among some of the best performers to take the role in recent years. Every note is arresting and strong. Italian tenor Riccardo Massi stylishly takes on the role of Prince Calaf, with emotion and vocal strength on display. His Nessum Dorma silenced the audience and he is certainly a highlight of the show, with an equally great acting ability and stage presence to compliment his voice. Luke Gabbedy, Benjamin Rasheed and John Longmuir do their best Ping, Pang and Pong impressions with zest, but it is Hyeseoung Kwon in her role of Liu that stuns and brings a tear to the eye. My standing ovation on opening night was for her.
Handa Opera are constantly trying to be bigger and better and there are valid concerns that artistic excellence and emotional strength can be compromised in higher budget productions. But Turandot is utterly captivating and a marvel to watch, without losing the emotion and lyrical beauty that has made it so popular. Rather than sticking to the same director with the same vision, the producers made a wonderful decision to bring in a director with strong aesthetics, values and ability to create a refreshing take on an old classic. Turandot will please both regular theatregoers as well as newbies, exactly as the arts should do.


In a report in Israel’s daily Yediot Ahronot, a White House source said that Trump talks “negatively” about Netanyahu and “doesn’t like losers.”
By: WIN Staff
“Americans are discouraged and frustrated by Israeli politics and the political crisis, which has prevented them for months from presenting the political part of the deal of the century,” according to senior Israeli officials who’ve spoken with their counterparts in the Trump administration, Israeli news site Ynet reports on Sunday.
“Americans are really discouraged by this situation. It creates frustration, astonishment and anger.” the officials said.
In addition, according to the officials, President Donald Trump said he was “very disappointed with Netanyahu, and talks about him negatively.”
Trump helped Netanyahu in the first round of elections, which took place in April, recognizing Israeli sovereignty on the Golan Heights and declaring Iran’s Revolutionary Guards a terror organization.
But by the second round of elections, which took place in September, Trump decided to distance himself from Netanyahu, the report says.
In a Sunday report in Yediot Ahronot, a White House source said, “The president doesn’t like losers.”
Trump did make fun of Israel’s electoral system at a recent fundraiser.
“What kind of a system is it over there?” he asked.“They are all fighting and fighting. We have different kinds of fights. At least we know who the boss is. They keep having elections and nobody is elected.”
Trump also joked that he could become prime minister in Israel.
“We work hard on Israel, I have to tell you. I think I have your approval rating of about 98 percent,” Trump said. “In fact, if anything happened here, I’m making a trip over to Israel. I’ll be prime minister there very quickly.” (VOA)
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For the last 40 days we've counted down the top 40 songs so that we'd end right here, on January 1, 2009, with our Top Country single of 2008. If you've followed along you probably figured out this one'd be our favorite. Now you can read what makes this song the best.
Former Lonestar lead vocalist Richie McDonald has released his debut single as a solo artist. With a sound that recalls lonestar's biggest hits, the song certainly finds McDonald in fine voice. The biggest question is whether fans and radio want him back enough to make the song a hit.
Richie Fields is but another in a long line of country artists who have come out in the past few years. While mainstream radio has turned away from the kind of vocalist that Richie is -think Conway Twitty-there should be a place for artists like him somewhere.

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Pokémon GO Fest was supposed to be a lovely afternoon of fun and excitement! Things quickly changed when people had to wait hours to enter and server outages caused chaos. At least Niantic is apologizing and reimbursing attendees.
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The Inkbrush is the first new item added to Splatoon 2. This weapon returns from the first Splatoon but was missing in the sequel until now. It was literally added a few minutes ago, so update your game!
While Splatoon 2 just came out today, Nintendo announced the next Splatfest is Mayo vs Ketchup. Already, the favorite seems to be ketchup; however, this Splatfest may be a little more even than the previous one.
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The rest of this guide focuses on the new Smash series and Zelda series that was announced back in April! Click the links above for the new Zelda series, the new Mario series, the new Metroid series, and the new Fire Emblem Warriors amiibo.
Nintendo announced yesterday 13 new amiibo. I’ve already posted on how awesome they look, but it’s hard to find a place that shows you where you can get each of them. This post will do just that and be updated as more information comes. Here’s where to get the new amiibo.
It’s another step for homebrewers today. After dumping the Kernel and some other previous actions of running homebrew through the browser, we’ve got ROM dumps. Switch cartridge ROM dumps are nothing to scoff at, but they’re very unusable.
So, the other day, I reported on the possibility of Kingdom Hearts 3 for Switch. When asked by IGN what the plan was, the director gave a really vague answer, and it seemed to suggest that it would happen. Well, we got some Switch Kingdom Hearts 3 clarification now.
After a year, Niantic is finally unleashing Legendary Pokémon in Pokémon GO. This is something that I have been waiting for since the game’s launch. I mean, do you guys remember the trailer where a bunch of people fought Mewtwo? We were all looking forward to that, and now that time is here, sort of.


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Living with a chronic disease is stigmatizing, resulting in disruption of social and family support, loss of work productivity, and decreased quality of life. Society better understand a disease with any abnormal number measured (blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol) or image (infection, stroke, cancer, myocardial infarction).
Several disorders without a surrogate marker, such as all mental health disorders, pain conditions, functional somatic syndromes, are even more stigmatized because in addition to loss of function, they became invisible to others, family, society and even physicians.
Patient advocacy has been gaining increasingly projection in the headache field. One of the major aspects observed by headache patients is the stigma. It has been studied scientifically in neurological conditions, in pain, and also in headache disorders.
This issue of Headache Medicine brings an important step in studying stigma in Brazil and in other Portuguese speaking countries, a translation and cultural validation of the 8-item short instrument for measuring stigma (1) has been published.
We hope future studies can be done so this topic is better understood.
Marcelo M Valença
Mario F P Peres
- Brancucci et al. Translation, back-translation and cultural adaptation of the 8-item Stigma Scale for Chronic Illness to Portuguese. Headache Medicine 2019 10 (3): 73-75


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Everyone on this planet wants to be happy, but what does happiness mean?
If you ask 100 people they will give you 100 different answers. Everyone I have talked to answers the question that happiness means having their wants and needs fulfilled. In other words when I have everything I want and need then I will be happy. What I hear from them is they are never going to be happy, because no matter what people have, they always want more. This may explain why so many USA residents have been diagnosed at one point with depression or prescribed antidepressants. It is an amazing thought: one of the richest countries in the world, one the rest of the world looks up to, has so many people who are depressed.
I believe people around the world should be taught what happiness is in first grade and be reminded at least once…
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- What happens when you reset your router?
- Is it OK to reset my router?
- Does resetting your router change your password?
- How can I get 192.168 password?
- Does Resetting router delete history?
- How do you reset your router?
- Does Resetting router change IP?
- How often should you change your router password?
- How do I know when my router is going bad?
- Why do routers need to be reset?
What happens when you reset your router?
A reset restores your modem to its factory default settings.
It will also erase any customized settings you may have changed, including static IP address setup, DNS, personalized password, WiFi settings, routing and DHCP settings..
Is it OK to reset my router?
One quick way to fix your internet connection: Reset your router. Resetting a home router will restore it to the condition it was in when you bought it and can help clear some networking issues. Most routers’ web interface keeps the reset function in the same area where you can backup/restore its settings.
Does resetting your router change your password?
NOTE: Resetting your router to its default factory settings will also reset your router’s password. The router’s default password is “admin” as for the username, just leave the field blank. … This indicates that the router is being reset properly. NOTE: The location of the Reset button may vary for every model.
How can I get 192.168 password?
TP-Link:Login to Router admin panel using its default IP Address – 192.168.0.1 / 192.168.1.1.Enter the default username and password (admin/admin in most cases).Navigate to Wireless > Wireless Security > WPA/WPA2 – Personal (Recommended) > Password .Enter your preferred password and Save the change.Nov 4, 2019
Does Resetting router delete history?
In some routers, including mine, resetting the router to the factory defaults does NOT clear the router’s log files. … Deleting a router history and all settings is very simple. This can be done by simply pressing the reset button at the bottom or side of the router.
How do you reset your router?
Steps to Reboot a Router and ModemUnplug the router and the modem. … Wait at least 30 seconds. … Plug in the modem. … Wait at least 60 seconds. … Plug in the router. … Wait at least 2 minutes. … When the router and modem restart, test to see if the problem went away.Feb 15, 2021
Does Resetting router change IP?
Yes, when your reset your router, it becomes the factory default configuration and all configurations including IP addresses is changed.
How often should you change your router password?
every 30 to 90 daysSome experts recommend changing the password to the router every 30 to 90 days. Planning password changes on a set schedule could help to make it a routine practice. It’s also a good practice for generally managing passwords on the internet.
How do I know when my router is going bad?
The most common problems are Internet traffic slowdowns, longer download times, frequent disconnects and poor signal strength in various locations around your home or business. You may also notice that certain router functions simply stop working.
Why do routers need to be reset?
Routers are like small computers: They use memory, a processor, and an operating system. … And, when your router doesn’t catch on to that change, the network connection gets out of sync. That’s when a quick reboot of your router can set things straight.


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PHNOM PENH, 26 July 2017: Cambodia will develop heritage tourism packages now that it has three World Heritage sites under its belt.
The three World Heritage Sites are Angkor Wat, listed in 1992, Preah Vihear (2008) and the Sambor Prei Kuk archaeological site in Kampong Thom province listed earlier this month.
Khmer Times quoted Tourism Minister Thong Khon saying the addition of Sambor Prei Kuk archaeological site as a UNESCO world heritage would prompt new tour programmes.
“About 50% of tourists to Cambodia visit cultural and historical tourism sites like Angkor Wat, so we believe there are opportunities to package the three sites.”
Cambodia National Tourism Alliance general secretary, Ho Vandy, noted that Cambodia’s travel agents association has 300 members and they will now be encouraged to promote the three sites.

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