of all homes have leaky ducts
of your heated and cool air leaks out of your ducts
Annual savings of anywhere from
$300 - $1,000
annually per system when you Aeroseal your ducts
is wasted every year in the USA
of every $1 you spend is on wasted energy
Why would you need air duct cleaning for a new home or after construction?
During construction of your NEW HOME, the HVAC system and ductwork is typically the first thing installed, which means it occurs before insulation, flooring, drywall and many other generators of dust and debris. It is during this time that drywall dust, saw dust, and other debris will accumulate in the ductwork. Hence the saying goes, “New home doesn’t mean clean new ducts.”
During the RENOVATION process, contractors will run the HVAC system(s) once installed and throughout the construction process. With the system running, all dirt and debris from construction is pulled into your ductwork. This is particularly true during the sheet-rock or painting phase as HVAC systems are turned on to speed up the drying process. Even if contractors do not turn on the HVAC unit(s) and/or state, “they will cover the vents,” this is still not full proof. Drop clothes covering the vents move easily and there is no guarantee that it is being done 100% of the time. We have even encountered the floor’s duct openings being used as a “dust pan” for the clean up crews. Therefore, best practice is to have your air duct cleaned following construction.
You just bought a new home, why not breathe clean new air! As you’re going through the checklist for your new home or after construction, make sure to put air duct cleaning on that list!
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- We can guarantee that your new home or newly renovated home will stay looking pristine. We wear foot protection, place protection on the feet of our ladders, cloth drop where our vacuum hoses lay and lay out plastic drop cloths under our workspace. All precautions are taken to ensure no damage.
- Our power vacuum truck is 16,000 cfms. This is equivalent to a 300 MPH wind. Why is this important you may ask? Construction debris tends to be harder to remove from the ducts; therefore, powerful suction is important for a proper cleaning. It also helps to ensure that dust will not become airborne in your home causing a mess on your new floors, counters and/or furniture.
- Our air charged dislodgers can clean all types of ducts without damage. Homes can have a variety of duct work and not all tools are safe for every type. If other types of cleaning methods are used, it may rip or tear through those very flexible ducts.
- Our power vacuum truck is located outside of your home, which means no dirty air is being collected or exhausted within your home. Only our hoses are laid inside your home and your flooring is protected by drop cloths. Other companies utilizing portable vacuums will roll their vacuums around your home as well as the exhaust from the vacuum is exhausted inside.


Senior Congress leader Gulam Nabi Azad addresses the media over the Kashmir issue as other opposition leaders look on, at Parliament during the Budget Session (PTI Photo)
Donald Trump's stunning claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had asked him to mediate on the Kashmir issue triggered a massive political row on Tuesday even as the government asserted that no such request was made to the US president and all issues will have to be resolved with Islamabad bilaterally.
The issue rocked both houses of Parliament with the Opposition demanding Modi's statement on Trump's controversial remarks, holding that Kashmir is a bilateral issue and no third party can intervene.
As the opposition ramped up the attack on the government, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in the Rajya Sabha that Modi had never made any such request to Trump and stressed that all outstanding issues with Pakistan can be discussed only bilaterally.
"Any engagement with Pakistan will require an end to cross border terrorism," he said, adding that the Simla and Lahore accords signed between India and Pakistan provide the basis for resolution of all issues bilaterally.
The External Affairs Ministry made a similar statement on Monday night after Trump's controversial comments that he met Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan at the White House.
Not satisfied with the government's statement, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said if Trump's claim that Modi asked him to mediate on the Kashmir issue is true, the PM had betrayed the interests of the country.
Gandhi also asserted that a "weak" foreign ministry denial wouldn't do and Modi must tell the nation what transpired in the meeting between him and the US president.
"President Trump says PM Modi asked him to mediate between India & Pakistan on Kashmir! If true, PM Modi has betrayed India's interests & 1972 Shimla Agreement," the Congress leader said in a tweet.
In Washington, the State Department, in a damage control exercise, said Kashmir was a "bilateral" issue between India and Pakistan, and the US "welcomes" the two countries "sitting down" for talks.
It also said Pakistan taking "sustained and irreversible" steps against terrorism are key to a successful dialogue with India.
"While Kashmir is a bilateral issue for both parties to discuss, the Trump administration welcomes Pakistan and India sitting down and the United States stands ready to assist," a State Department spokesperson told PTI in response to a question if Donald Trump's remarks reflect a change in the country's policy on Kashmir.
In New Delhi, scores of senior opposition leaders slammed the government on the issue.
"We demand PM's clarification," TMC MP Derek O'Brien said.
Trump claimed that Modi asked him to mediate on the Kashmir issue when they met in Osaka, Japan, on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit last month.
"If I can help, I would love to be a mediator. If I can do anything to help, let me know," Trump said in response to a question, adding he is ready to help, if the two countries ask for it.
"I was with Prime Minister Modi two weeks ago and we talked about this subject (Kashmir). And he actually said, 'would you like to be a mediator or arbitrator?' I said, 'where?' (Modi said) 'Kashmir'," Trump said.
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PEEKABOO Unleashes Latest EP ‘Secrecy’￼
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London duo, Stööki Sound, which includes DJ Lukey and Jelacee continue to push boundaries within the realm of bass. They’ve become household names based on their ability to intertwine the grooves of hip-hop and rap with grime and trap music. This year they launched their own label, Ö.N.E Worldwide, which they released their newest EP under. To date, they’ve released two EP’s and a few singles that hint towards a long, successful future.
We’ve picked a few of our favorite sounds from Stööki Sound so far:
They most recently released a six-track EP, Ösiris, in October. “My G’s”, which features Jelacee rapping over synthy beats, came from this EP. It’s a perfect turn up track. Being from London, even their styling of rapping differs from that heard in the states. When you hear this track there’s no doubt it’s Stööki Sound.
“Ball So Hard” is Stööki Sound’s most popular tune to date. They’ve teamed up with heavy-hitter Hucci for this percussion-filled, drip-drop banger. When this song dropped in 2012 it opened the doors for Stööki Sound to really show us just how hard they can ball. They’ve been producing non-stop hits since.
The collaboration between TroyBoi and Stööki Sound for “W2L (Welcome To London) brings a new edge to trap while paying homage to their hometown and the city that made them. It features a deep trap beat and an even deeper voice sample that says “welcome to London” throughout the song. This song is another example of that unique-to-them ‘stööki sound’.
“Endz” also comes from their newest album Osiris and is one my personal favorites from them yet! It has such an array of sounds that make for an interesting listen. It’s all instrumental including African drums such as the DunDun and LoLo as well as live guitar. It’s where, according to Billboard, “unfamiliar sounds and imagery are masterfully woven together to create an immersive musical experience.”


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A big proportion of the population has aspired to write at some stage in their lives, be it novel, short story or fiction – everyone has a story they want to tell. However crafting narrative and character development is a difficult skill which takes knowledge and experience to execute. Getting a lot of experience before you start trying to structure a setting is a good idea.
So how does one go about getting experience at creating narrative and character development?
I say write some fan fiction, if you like Star Wars, write in the Star Wars Universe, if you like Harry Potter, write in Hogwarts, if you like Tolkien, write in Middle Earth! There are so many great settings to choose from, the only valid excuse for NOT using a popular established setting is if you intend to publish commercially, otherwise save yourself hours of work and write in a pre-made setting!
Whether it’s Harry Potter, Star Wars, Star Trek or even a classic like Lord of the Rings, there are some great well established settings in which to base your story. You don’t even have to base it in the established popular time of the setting, you could write Star Wars 500 years before or after the battle of Yavin, or Lord of the Rings after the events of the Return of the King, the important thing is you have a framework, a setting in which you can practice narrative and character development.
Another challenge when writing is the challenge of being able to sit down consistently and write large blocks of text. A popular way to practice writing is something the internet writing community refers to as roleplaying. This isn’t an activity that requires dice or pens and paper and mountains of complex rule books, it’s effectively collaborative writing.
Right, so how does one ‘roleplay’? Basically you decide who you want to play, describe them, then starting writing what they will do and say. Others write their characters into your story. You take it in turns to write, building up the story, everyone writing their own character.
This is a fantastic method of keeping a story on the boil, because even if it isn’t your turn, you get the excitement of thinking about what somebody elses character will do or say, and it gives you readers, they have to read your writing so they can react to it!
Do a google search for your favourite franchise and roleplaying or fan fiction, all over the net there are places covering every setting you might want to write in. Find one that sounds intresting, join up and start crafting stories. You’ll meet new friends, have a lot of fun, and probably significantly improve your writing.

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Chennai, May 21 (PTI): Highlights from the Southern region at 2100 hrs. MDS6 KL-NAIDU-UNTOUCHABILITY Kochi: Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu says its unfortunate that the menace of untouchability still continues in the country and calls for an end to the practice, which is against Indian culture and tradition. MDS7 KA-HEGDE Hyderabad: A coalition government may not be in the interest of citizens, retired Supreme Court Judge N Santosh Hegde says, regretting the fact that voters in Karnataka had failed to elect a single party to rule the state. MDS10 TL-MYANMAR-ARREST Hyderabad: Two Myanmar nationals arrested along with two locals for allegedly procuring Aadhaar cards, voter ID cards and PAN cards by submitting fabricated documents, say police. MDS12 KA-TAPE-LD CONGRESS Bengaluru: In a development that can leave Congress red-faced in Karnataka, its MLA Shivaram Hebbar dismisses as "fake" an audio clip released by the party to allege that the BJP offered money and ministerial berth to him for cross-voting during the floor test in the Assembly. MDS13 KA-MISHAP Bengaluru: A bus rams into a stationary vehicle killing seven persons, including five women, and injuring 20 others in Tumakuru district, say police. MDS14 KL-2ND LD VIRUS Kozhikode: The outbreak of Nipah virus in Kerala has so far claimed three lives, while one person is undergoing treatment and eight are under observation, says state Health minister K K Shylaja. MDS15 KA-LD VVPAT Bengaluru: Eight boxes used for carrying Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail machines found at a temporary shed in a village in Karnatakas Vijayapura district, triggering a strong reaction from BJP, which says t indicated "grave irregularities" in conduct of the polls. MDS16 KA-YEDDYURAPPA Bengaluru: Coming to grips with the loss in the numbers game in government formation, BJP state chief B S Yeddyurappa vows to stage a comeback. PTI APR APR APR APR APR
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Ayaneo has put its Slide handheld gaming PC up for pre-order on IndieGoGo for $699. It says that the hardware will begin shipping in mid-December.
The Lenovo Legion Go is a bulky handheld gaming PC with a bright display and detachable controllers.
The Steam Deck OLED teardown reveals it is not a simple refresh with an OLED display, larger battery, and better storage options.
Ayaneo launched a new Remake range of devices with familiar but new retro styling, and revealed its first ever mini PCs.
Valve reiterates its stance on Steam Deck upgrade: the company wants game developers to stick to the current performance level.
Valve has embraced the mid-cycle console upgrade with the Steam Deck OLED, adding a larger screen, bigger battery, new thumbsticks and a few other changes.
Beautiful, terrible things can come out of a techie's lab, and the Steam Deck adorned with a 61TB U.2 Enterprise SSD certainly straddles the line.
The Steam Deck now plays over 12,000 "verified" and "playable" games, but it isn't going to be doing path tracing or VR gaming.
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Are there Chinese in Chinatown Costa Rica?
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Tony, from Canton (Guangzhou), China, has been in Costa Rica for three years and speaks Spanish quite well. His store is called Tong Fei Hsiao Ke, and it has only been open a couple of weeks. We are not sure if Tony has decided on a Spanish name for his........
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The bathroom sink is one component that is frequently disregarded when designing a bathroom. Nonetheless, designing a room that is both practical and fashionable depends on selecting the ideal bathroom sink. This post will examine the most recent developments in bathroom sink design, including the materials utilized in construction and the kinds of sinks that are now on the market. We’ll also go over how to build a bathroom sink that combines style and utility and offer advice on selecting the ideal size, shape, color, and finish. Lastly, we’ll go over cleaning and maintenance advice to keep your bathroom sink in great shape. Now let’s get started and update your bathroom using the newest sink design ideas!
The Importance of Choosing the Right Bathroom Sink
The bathroom sink is a statement item that can improve the overall design of your bathroom in addition to being a useful component. A bathroom sink can make a big difference in how the entire area looks, whether you want a sleek and modern design or a classic and timeless aesthetic. The sink also needs to be sturdy and simple to repair because it is one of the bathroom fixtures that is used the most. You may design a harmonious, useful bathroom that suits your needs and expresses your own style by selecting the ideal bathroom sink.
Types of Bathroom Sinks Available in the Market
Regarding bathroom sink design, there are various options available. Pedestal, wall-mounted, vessel, and undermount sinks are the most popular varieties. Pedestal sinks have a pedestal-supported basin and are freestanding. They are a traditional option that fit nicely in tiny restrooms. Wall-mounted sinks have a sleek, minimalist appearance since they are fastened straight to the wall. Floating on top of the vanity or countertop, vessel sinks make a dramatic yet fashionable statement. Installing undermount sinks beneath the countertop gives the area a smooth, uncluttered look. Selecting the right sink type for your needs and preferences is crucial because each kind has pros and downsides of its own.
Popular Materials Used for Bathroom Sink Construction
There are many different types of materials for bathroom sinks, and each has special qualities and a distinct look. Popular building materials for bathroom sinks include natural stone, stainless steel, glass, porcelain, and ceramic. Sinks made of porcelain and ceramic materials are aesthetically pleasing, long-lasting, and simple to maintain. Glass sinks are elegant and may be personalized with a range of hues and designs. Sinks made of stainless steel are renowned for their sturdiness and ability to withstand stains and scratches. Natural stone sinks, such those made of granite or marble, give bathrooms an opulent, natural feel. When selecting a material for your bathroom sink, take into account the general design of your space in addition to the needs for upkeep and longevity.
Latest Trends in Bathroom Sink Design
Let’s now examine the most recent developments in bathroom sink design. A widely adopted practice is the integration of distinctive forms and patterns. You may now find sinks with asymmetrical shapes, geometric patterns, and even sinks that resemble pieces of art in place of the conventional round or rectangular sinks. The utilization of non-traditional materials is another trend. Although ceramics and porcelain are still common choices, a lot of designers are experimenting with materials including copper, wood, and concrete.
These materials can produce a distinctive focal point and give the bathroom a little warmth and character. In addition, sleek and minimalist designs are becoming more and more popular. These designs have basic forms and clear lines that evoke peace and tranquility. And last, with features like touchless faucets, integrated lighting, and smart temperature management, the usage of technology in bathroom sinks is also growing. These developments not only improve the sink’s functionality but also give the entire bathroom decor a more opulent and contemporary feel.
Incorporating Functionality and Style in Bathroom Sink Design
It’s critical to balance functionality and style when selecting a bathroom sink. Choose elements that will make your life easier by taking into account how you will use the sink on a daily basis. For example, a wall-mounted sink or a pedestal sink would be the ideal choice to maximize floor space if your bathroom is small and has little counter space. To allow numerous users at once, think about installing a double sink if you have a large family. Consider the storage choices that accompany the sink as well.
To provide more room for towels and toiletries, some sinks have built-in cabinets or shelves. In terms of style, take into account the overall design of your bathroom and select a sink that goes well with the current furnishings. A more elaborate and complex sink may be more appropriate in a traditional bathroom, but a sleek and minimalist design is better for a modern one. You may design a bathroom sink that solves your practical demands and looks fantastic by fusing style and practicality.
Choosing the Right Size and Shape for Your Bathroom Sink
There are a few things to think about while selecting the proper form and size for your bathroom sink. First, consider how big your bathroom is. While a large bathroom might support a larger sink with several faucets, a small bathroom can need a little sink that doesn’t take up much space. Next, think about your own requirements and inclinations. A deeper sink could be more practical if you routinely wash your face or hair there. It could be better to have a lower sink height if you have kids. When choosing a shape, take your bathroom’s overall design into account. Rectangular sinks offer a more contemporary and structural appearance, while round sinks produce a softer and more organic appeal. Ultimately, your personal taste and practical needs should guide the size and design of your bathroom sink.
Color Options and Finishes for Bathroom Sinks
The days of white or off-white bathroom sinks are long gone. You can now add a splash of color or texture to your bathroom décor thanks to the variety of color and finish options available. You can’t go wrong with a white or neutral-colored sink for a timeless and traditional style. But if you’re want to stand out, think about going with strong tones like red or teal. Additionally becoming more and more fashionable are matte finishes, which give the sink a sleek, contemporary appearance.
Furthermore, textural finishes on the sink, such as stone or hammered metal, can give it more depth and visual appeal. Think about the color scheme of your bathroom as a whole and how the sink will complement the existing decor when selecting the color and finish for your sink. Don’t be scared to try different things and pick a sink that suits your style and personality.
Maintenance and Cleaning Tips for Bathroom Sinks
Routine upkeep and cleaning are crucial to maintaining the finest possible appearance for your bathroom sink. Above all, make sure you always clean and maintain your equipment according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Different cleaning agents and methods may be needed for various materials. Generally speaking, stay away from utilizing scrub brushes or abrasive cleaners that could harm the sink’s surface. Instead, use a soft cloth or sponge together with mild soap or non-abrasive cleansers.
Use a vinegar-and-water solution or a somewhat acidic cleanser for stains or mineral deposits. After every usage, wipe clean the sink and give it a good dry to avoid water stains and mineral accumulation. Lastly, keep in mind that placing hot items directly on the sink’s surface can result in damage. You can guarantee that your bathroom sink will remain in excellent shape for many years to come by according to these easy maintenance and cleaning instructions.
An essential first step in remodeling your bathroom is selecting the appropriate bathroom sink. You may build a place that is both practical and fashionable while also expressing your own style by investigating the most recent trends in bathroom sink design. There are a plethora of options to choose from, depending on your preferences: sleek and modern or classic and timeless. When selecting a sink, don’t forget to take dimensions, form, material, color, and finish into account. Design with both practicality and flair in mind, and remember to maintain and clean your sink according to recommended procedures to keep it looking its best. You may create a lovely and useful haven in your bathroom with the correct bathroom sink. Thus, feel free to investigate the newest developments in bathroom sink design and relish the process of remodeling your space!
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So this week's list will have a nice variety of things from DIY, home decor, fashion to heartfelt bloggers who put a little bit of themselves in every post.
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Casey @TheWiegands I can brag on this one all day. One thing you'll realize after visiting her site though, is that her popularity comes from her beautiful heart. How often do you see someone who is genuinely good with such a reach? Not often friends. Casey shares heart felt posts about her life and family as well as fun fashion, recipes and much more. If you want to find out more about a new app check out her post on Voto, if you want something that speaks to your heart read her post "Hurting".
For something beauty related you should check out Ange @Hairsprayandhighheels . Ange is a fun Jersey girl who throws out posts like nobodies business :) This girl amazes me with her product reviews, DIY beauty recipes, and fun nail tutorials. Ange is also friendly and helpful if you have questions about products, etc. Be sure to tell her I sent you by to visit.
Cute fashions for little ones over at April @wildflowersandwhimsy will catch your eye. April is a super creative and fun mama. She shares posts about Sewing, fashion, DIY and life . She's having a giveaway this week for a Kelly Moore Chapel Camera bag so be sure to enter while your browsing all the eye candy on her site.
Kathy @Sparklesandastove has some great DIY, craft and home decor tutorials. My first visit to her site was a Vlog tour of her Valentines Mantel. Last week I had some questions for her about some DIY soaps and she was more then happy to answer me. Kathy has great ideas, and her posts about Life and motherhood will make you smile.
Misty @Ceoofme shared a tutorial this week on how to add a Pinterest pin it button to your images on Wordpress. Misty's site is full of info for those of you who are interested at being self-employed. She shares things she's learned as well as great link-ups to help you connect with others. If your not currently using Wordpress be sure to check out her Small Business Saturday post.


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Megastar Chiranjeevi is teaming up with director Bobby for a mass entertainer tentatively titled #Mega154. Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja has joined the film’s cast and is playing a crucial role.
According to the latest reports, Ravi Teja will be seen as a married man with a kid in the film. Sarrainodu fame Catherine Tresa plays his wife. Ravi Teja and his family will be shown living in Sri Lanka in the film.
We already reported that Ravi Teja would take home a cool remuneration of Rs. 15 crores for this mega project. He has allotted 38-40 days and will join the film’s shoot later this month.
There are reports that the film has been titled Waltair Veerayya. After Acharya’s debacle, the makers are making sure that the script is solid and the heavy star cast in the film is justified.
Shruthi Haasan plays the female lead opposite Chiru, and Devi Sri Prasad will score peppy tunes for the mega entertainer.


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The Volkswagen Golf is a car. But it is not the only car that is a Volkswagen Golf.
The Golf GTI Clubsport is a 265 horsepower hot hatch that can also give you 290 horses for ten seconds on overboost. Evo went to Portugal to see what’s it like, but unfortunately, it seems that America is not getting any of these über GTIs.
Volkswagen never turned the mark 2 Golf into an official Group B rally car, but somebody in Austria corrected that mistake.
Now that September is in full force, we can take a moment to reminisce on August, which is yet another month when Volkswagen tried to make the Golf seem more successful than it really is.
Meet the Seat Leon X-Perience, the Spanish brand’s lifted all-wheel drive offering that’s essentially the same car as the VW SportWagen Alltrack America is getting next year. Here’s what you can expect from VW’s little off-road wagon.
The Volkswagen e-Golf is, at its core, a Volkswagen Golf. That's not some metaphorical, figurative thing either. This isn't about "the platform," or "the feel" – it is a Volkswagen Golf. Except for the fact that it's powered by electricity. And I love the electricness of it, but the problem is the Golfiness.
If you're like most car geeks, you know that Volkswagen has a thing for winds when it comes to naming cars. Sirocco is a Mediterranean wind, Passat is a trade wind, Jetta refers to the Jet stream, and Golf is what the Germans call the Gulf Stream. But get this — shocking new revelations suggest the Golf was actually…
It's a Volkswagen Golf wagon with permanent all-wheel drive, higher ground clearance and underside protection, hill descent assist and a choice of gas or diesel engines. In other words, pretty much all you need in a family car.
Despite putting out (some) power, the engine in this little Volkswagen Golf in Poland has one of the lowest operating temperatures of any out there, at only 98.6° Fahrenheit. Also, it appears to be fueled by cheeseburgers.
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R has 290 horsepower. The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R 400 has 400 horsepower, and here's how it sounds.
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The Volkswagen GTI is an enthusiast favorite for a lot of reasons. One of the biggest ones is that at the end of the day, it's a Golf. It's comfortable, practical, and it can haul all your stuff as well as ass. But for some people, the moderate power boost in the GTI over the standard Golf just isn't enough. Some…


By Rory Gallivan
LONDON--Pearson PLC (PSON.LN), the owner of the Financial Times, said Friday that it has agreed to sell company news provider Mergermarket to private equity group BC Partners in a deal valued at 382 million pounds ($623 million).
Pearson's Chief Executive John Fallon said the funds from the sale, which is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2014, will help the company expand its presence in digital learning, educational services and emerging markets.
-Pearson shares at 1136 GMT, down 2 pence, or 0.15%, at 1,349 pence valuing the company at GBP11.1 billion.
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If astronomers are correct, this will be the first planet discovered outside our galaxy.
So far, about 5,000 “exoplanets” have been identified – defined as worlds orbiting stars other than our sun – but all of them have been located within our galaxy, the Milky Way.
The possible signal of the planet detected by NASA’s Chandra X-ray telescope is located in the Messier 51 galaxy, about 28 million light-years away from the Milky Way.
This discovery is based on the so-called transit, which A planet passing in front of a star blocks part of the star’s light and results in a certain decrease in its brightness which can be detected by telescopes.
This general technique has already been used to find thousands of exoplanets.
Astrophysicist Rosanne Di Stefano and her colleagues investigated the reduced brightness of X-rays received from the type of object they call Dual X-ray Bright.
These objects typically contain a neutron star or black hole that pulls gas from a nearby star in orbit. Material near a neutron star or black hole warms up and glows at X-ray wavelengths.
Because the region that produces bright X-rays is small, a planet passing in front of it can block most or all of the X-rays, making transits easier to detect.
Team members used this technology to discover candidate exoplanets in a binary system called M51-ULS-1.
“The method we are developing and using is the only currently feasible method for discovering planetary systems in other galaxies,” said Di Stefano, who is part of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, a US astronomical and educational institute. BBC, Harvard University, USA.
“It’s a unique method, specifically designed to find planets around X-ray binaries at any distance from which we can measure the light curve.”
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This binary contains a black hole or neutron star orbiting a companion star that has a mass approximately 20 times the mass of the Sun. A neutron star is the collapsed core of what was once a massive star.
The transit lasted about three hours, during which the X-ray emission decreased to zero. Based on this and other information, astronomers estimate that the candidate planet would be roughly the size of Saturn and would orbit a neutron star or black hole at a distance of twice the distance that Saturn is from the Sun.
Di Stefano says the techniques that have successfully found exoplanets in the Milky Way are disintegrating by observing other galaxies. This is partly because the large distances involved reduce the amount of light reaching the telescope and cause many objects to be crowded into a small space (if viewed from Earth), making it difficult to resolve individual stars.
With X-rays, he explained, “there may be at least several dozen sources scattered throughout the galaxy, so we can identify them. Also, some of them appear so bright in X-rays that we can measure their light curves.”
“Ultimately, the massive X-ray emission comes from a small region that may be significantly obscured or (as in our case) completely obscured by a passing planet.”
The researchers quietly acknowledge that more data is needed to verify this interpretation.
One of the biggest challenges is that The planet candidate’s grand orbit will not pass in front of its binary companion for 70 yearsAvoid any attempt to make a short-term follow-up note.
Another possible explanation astronomers have considered is that the dimming was caused by a cloud of gas and dust passing in front of the X-ray source.
However, they believe this is unlikely, because the properties of the event do not match those of the gas cloud.
“We know we’re making an exciting and bold claim, so we hope other astronomers will examine it very carefully,” said study co-author Julia Berndson from Princeton University in the US.
“We think we have a strong argument and that process in and of itself is how science works.”
Di Stefano said the new generation of optical and infrared telescopes cannot balance out clumping and darkening problems, so observations in X-ray spectrographs will still be the primary method for detecting planets in other galaxies.
However, he claimed that a method known as microlensing could also hold promise for the discovery of planets outside our galaxy.
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Samsung launched its Flow app in 2015 with a feature similar to Apple’s Continuity for iOS and OS X Yosemite, and the app is finally adding support for Windows Hello feature of Windows 10. This will enable compatible Samsung smartphones with fingerprint sensors to unlock Windows 10 PCs. The company earlier this year promised to bring the feature to its Samsung Flow app.
The company has listed compatible devices on Google Play that support the Samsung Flow app, namely, the Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Edge+, Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy A5, Galaxy A7, and the Galaxy Tab S3. Samsung adds that Samsung phones running Android Marshmallow onwards will be compatible, and tablets running Android Nougat onwards.
With Samsung Flow app, users will be able to unlock their Windows 10 devices with the fingerprint scanner on their phones. Apart from the unlocking feature, the app will also allow users to act upon their notifications right from their Windows 10 PC or tablet. Samsung Flow, which works on similar lines as Apple’s Continuity feature, further lets users resume their browsing sessions from one device on another and allows for easy transfer of files between the devices. The Samsung Flow app will be need to be installed on the Windows 10 device – the app can be found on the Windows Store.
Notably, the Samsung Flow app uses Bluetooth to show the device’s availability and then makes use of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth (depending on whether both devices are in same network or not) to allow communication between the devices.
Windows users will have to make sure they are running Windows 10 Creators Update (or newer versions) to use the new Samsung Flow feature. Some of the Samsung Windows tablets which will benefit from the feature include the Galaxy TabPro S and Galaxy Book. The new feature will also be supported by the Galaxy Tab S3 running Android Nougat. Windows 10 users can download the Samsung Flow app on the Windows App Store.


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Emerald is my birthstone, and green has always been my favourite colour – as a nature lover I adore weddings with tons of green foliage and styling touches. Emma and Steve chose shades of green to style their day at the fabulous Deer Park Country House Hotel in Honiton, Devon. Their wedding is simple, elegant and understated – and the bride and groom are gorgeous.
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Emma and Steve chose September for their wedding and were blessed with glorious blue skies and sunshine – just perfect for the Deer Park Country House Hotel, which boasts over 80 acres of wild flower meadows, woodland walks and manicured lawns for you and your guests to explore.
The colour scheme for the day was simple: green and white / ivory with thoughtful little touches dotted around the venue. Bouquets are traditional, with white roses the statement flower of the day. I really hope you love this wedding – it’s everything a wedding should be, and that all comes down to the beautiful bride and groom, and those wonderful smiles which last all day long.


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June 20, 2017, 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Montreal Celebration of Life Concert
Celebration of Life brings energy, enthusiasm, and excitement to the stage, showcasing Israeli musical talent and heroic stories of strength, determination, and triumph.
We will be honouring four remarkable heroes, direct from Israel:
- Ron Abadan, a member of the Kfir Infantry Brigade, was critically injured in the summer of 2016.
- Captain Ran Ben Atia was an Operations Officer in the Nahal Brigade during Operation Protective Edge.
- Itzik Dadoush served during the Yom Kippur War and has been honoured twice by the Israel Ministry of Defence.
- Haim Lev Tov served in the Paratroopers Elite Commando Unit “Palhan” and was severely wounded in Operation Protective Edge.
Our musical performers include:
- Hananel Edri has performed in musicals, the Israel Song Festival, and as part of the Israeli delegation to the Eurovision Song Contest.
- Osnat Harel is a singer/songwriter with a variety of bands and a composer for Israeli and international productions.
- Alon Radai is an accomplished composer, keyboardist, and musical producer in a diverse range of musical styles, including jazz, rock, reggae, pop, and R&B.
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Art UP Close Resident Artist
The Library is pleased to announce the selection of James A. Osborn as the Art UP Close Artist. Osborn will conduct presentations and hands-on workshops at the Library and in the community from August through November. His work will also be exhibited in the Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery from October 1 – November 1. View his portfolio here.
His scheduled programs include:
- August 25: Art projects for kids at the Urbandale Public Library booth at the Sidewalk Chalk Flood
- September 9: Grandparents Day art project for kids, Urbandale Public Library, 2:00 PM
- September 12: Art program for families, Urbandale Public Library, 5:30 PM
- September 20: Art program for teens ages 12 – 17, 6:00 PM
- October 7: Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery reception, followed by an art program for adults, 1:30 PM
Additional programs are in the works. Please continue to check the Library’s events calendar for updated information about these events and other workshops and presentations led by Osborn this fall.
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The Urbandale Public Library Art UP Close program was established to celebrate the work of local artists and encourages the community to experience the arts through engaging opportunities.


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As if our previous torturous experiences were not enough, not seeing our target bird for today added to our misfortunes. Perhaps it was due to the inclement weather that only a few birds showed up. The sunbirds were nowhere to be found and the usual wave of mixed flocks never happened.
There were birds alright, but nothing new - two species of flowerpeckers, the Buzzing and the Pygmy and a couple of endemic raptors, both of which were either backlit or simply too far for good photos. Remember, the weather was gloomy and even had drizzles, so photography was really a challenge.
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Celebrating a new year feels bittersweet for me.
I know many welcomed January 1st with confetti, clinking glasses, and shared kisses. Some may have danced, watched Times Square, or cheered with laughter at a friend’s party.
And although I lifted a glass of sparkling cider with a smile, a sliver of fear hid just under the surface of my celebration. And behind the fear sat a sober awareness of all that may go wrong in the months and days to come.
Call it pessimism or realism, but the reason for my tempered outlook is simple: I’ve lived long enough to know real life does not always come with champagne and celebrations. In fact, sometimes it’s excruciatingly hard.
I’ve experienced years marked by parenting, relationship, and ministry challenges. I’ve known losses and disappointments, betrayals and rejections. Each one of those seasons felt like it might take me under. Moreover, in the past eight years I’ve faced three cancer diagnoses that left me with permanent physical disabilities and chronic pain. Although I celebrate the fact that I remain cancer free as of today, I know I have no guarantees about tomorrow.
And this includes every one of the new year’s 365 days.
While I’m committed to living with a positive mindset and outlook, I no longer harbor illusions about my ability to control how the new year plays out. Thus, as I look at January’s calendar, I can’t help but wonder what life will look like when December 31st finally rolls around.
Even so, even as I feel a sliver of fear crawl up my spine, I know I can’t let it take root and grow. In fact, I don’t want it to. Life is precious, and we have many reasons to lift our glasses in joy. I want to be the kind of woman who savors it, even when some days prove hard.
But how? How do you and I celebrate today even when there remain valid reasons to worry about tomorrow?
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God.
Romans 8:18-21 (NIV)
Friends, this is the only worry-proof way to face a new year without sinking into the fear of what may or may not come:
We must keep our eyes glued on God’s promised glory.
Although we have little control over the number or condition of our days, a day filled with God’s presence and our exceeding joy sits at the other end of them. Rather than worry over 2019’s tomorrows, we can live in expectation of God’s one marvelous guarantee:
One day, you and I will wake up to a beautiful tomorrow with Him. It’s a day that will never end, and it will deliver a joy far greater than any other. It will be a day that promises to redeem all the hard ones preceding it.
He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!”
Revelation 21:4-5a (NIV)
This is our hope — the one Hope most worthy of raised glasses. Whether you entered 2019 sobered or celebratory, we can face the year’s 365 days with both peace and anticipation.
Because the One who made us is coming for us. And when He does, we’ll have every reason to dance and cheer.
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Head and neck cancer forms in or around the head and neck region, including the nose, throat, larynx, mouth, and sinuses. It is a serious condition that can also impact the nearby critical organs.Head and neck cancer is a primary cancer that affects people across geographies. But with development in research and technologies, the survival rate has continuously improved over the past few years.
Head and neck cancer treatments depend on factors like the tumor’s type, size, and location. The symptoms also vary in each person and depend on external factors like the tumor’s location.
Furthermore, the recovery phase from the treatment is as critical as the treatment itself. It might involve interactions with rehabilitation specialists and other experts who will help in guiding the journey. Head and neck cancer prognosis and recovery is a process with multiple aspects. Therefore, one must ensure they have the proper support mechanism to guide them through this process.
Head and neck cancer treatments require dedicated care from experts. At APCC, the multidisciplinary tumor board is trained and has experience in various head and neck cancer disciplines. Moreover, today’s treatment requires the latest cutting-edge technology, and APCC has all the state-of-the-art equipment to facilitate the same.
Head and neck cancer can be complex, and at APCC, personalized and comprehensive care through a multidisciplinary approach helps Get the best treatment. Furthermore, the focus is on the treatment and providing the best quality of life.
The different types of head and neck cancer are as follows:
There are four stages of head and neck cancer, depending on the location and size.
Head and neck cancer symptoms can vary from person to person, depending on the tumor’s location and size. Some of the common symptoms are:
Head and neck cancer is highly prevalent among men with age over 50. While there are no direct causes of head and neck cancer, there are some risk factors that one can avoid.
Head and neck cancer treatments depend on factors like the patient’s age and condition, type and stage of cancer, and others. Generally, the healthcare team will provide the details of treatment after diagnosis.
Proton therapy uses high-energy proton beams to deliver radiation to cancerous cells. It is a type of radiation therapy that uses proton beams to destroy cancerous cells and stop them from growing and dividing further. Depending upon the cancer stage, it can be used as a standalone treatment method or in combination with other traditional methods like chemotherapy.
The benefits of proton therapy for head and neck cancer are:
The cancer care team at APCC considers the various factors while working on the best suitable approach for the patient.
Proton therapy requires planning so that the dose of radiation and the impact is correct. Below are some things the patient can do to prepare for proton therapy.
Proton therapy is particularly beneficial for head and neck cancer as there are major structures like the oral cavity, salivary glands, pharyngeal mucosa, brain tissue, larynx, and spinal cord close to the tumor.
It can be an excellent treatment option for patients with cancer that has not spread to distant sites. Moreover, it can be an excellent option for cases where surgery is not possible. It is critical to note that the treatment decision depends on individual cases and can only be determined by the cancer specialists. They consider factors like cancer stage, location, patient’s health, and others before finalizing the treatment plan.
To understand more about proton therapy for head and neck cancer patients, it is advisable to connect with the cancer care team and understand the risks and benefits.
The duration of proton therapy for head and neck cancer can depend on multiple factors like the stage of cancer, location, patient’s health, and the objective of the treatment. On average, depending on the patient's condition, the proton therapy is given in daily sessions for 3 to 5 days per week. The sessions are delivered for 4-7 weeks. Each session can last between 15-30 minutes. The duration can also be shorter depending on the stage of cancer.
The cancer care team can use other treatment methods like chemotherapy or surgery and proton therapy. It is advisable to connect with the cancer care team to get the exact treatment plan and the expected duration.
Early detection is the key to restorative treatment. The head and neck oncology team performs multiple examinations and tests on the patient to understand cancer and provide the prognosis. Diagnosing head and neck cancer can include a physical exam, endoscopy, imaging tests, X-rays, PET CT scans, and MRIs. The oncologist can also recommend a biopsy or blood test for proper diagnosis.
There are a few steps that head and neck surgical oncology teams suggest to protect people from head and neck cancer.
Head and neck cancer is a type of cancer that affects the head or neck region. Any cancerous cell development in the lips, mouth, nasal cavity, throat, sinuses, larynx, or salivary gland is called head and neck cancer.
Some common symptoms of head and neck cancer are a lump in the head or neck region, sore throat or mouth, difficulty swallowing, hearing, speaking, or breathing issues, and others.
Some common risk factors that can lead to head and neck cancer are excessive usage of tobacco or alcohol, HPV, HIV, family history or genetic inheritance, exposure to harmful radiation, etc,
Proton therapy is a type of radiation therapy that uses intense proton beams to target the cancerous cells and destroy them, so they do not divide and grow further.
The cancer care team can use proton therapy in many ways depending on the current stage of cancer and the patient’s condition. They can use it as the only treatment method or combine it with chemotherapy, surgery, or other treatment methods. Once the plan is ready, the proton therapy sessions will last for 4-6 weeks with 15-30-minute sessions 5 days a week.
While there is no concrete evidence today proving that proton therapy is more effective, several studies suggest the same. Moreover, there are many research in progress to determine the relative effectiveness of the proton therapy for head and neck cancer as compared to other therapies.
Yes, head and neck cancer is curable, but the chances are best if the detection is early. Small tumors that are of earlier stages are also comparatively curable. Many factors, including cancer type, patient’s age, health condition, and response to treatment, can impact the chances of cure.
When visiting the healthcare provider, it is critical to get an answer to some questions.
Some radiation therapy side effects on head and neck cancer patients are unavoidable. When someone undergoes head and neck cancer radiation therapy, there are chances of some impact on the nearby tissues and cells, resulting in some side effects. But the majority of the side effects last for a few months. Moreover, the doctors usually give details about the side effects before the treatment.


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Slade Power claimed a summer sprint double by easing to victory in the July Cup at Newmarket.
Trained by Eddie Lynam, the 7-4 favourite won by a length and a half to add to his victory in the Diamond Jubilee at Royal Ascot.
Tropics, the 66-1 outsider, finished second with Gregorian third.
"He's really stepped forward this year and it is great for him to get a second Group 1," said Slade Power's jockey Wayne Lordan.
It could be Slade Power's last European race with new owners Sheikh Mohammed's Darley Stud, who bought him from the Power family this week, set to run him at the Melbourne Cup before a career as a stallion.
If it was to be Slade Power's last encounter on English soil it was certainly a fine farewell as Lordan saw him through a tricky field who had bunched into two groups.
"He's not keen but travels well in your hands," said Lordan. "I just looked at the other group and it all worked out well for me today."
Slade Power's stable mate Sole Power was pulled out of the six-furlong race due to the "dead, tacky" ground, according to Lynam.


LUDOWICI, Ga. - An election battle in southeast Georgia has turned into a challenge questioning the integrity of absentee ballots cast in the race.
The lawyer for a magistrate judge who lost by nine votes in Long County says the disturbing pattern of a small number of people voting twice could reverberate across the nation.
Absentee or mail-in ballots seem to be on everyone's mind these election days. With a pandemic roaring through precincts across America, more and more voters are turning to mail-in ballots for an election day cure for an uncommon virus.
But, that simple paper ballot is kindling for a partisan firestorm. Or Tweetstorm as President Trump has tweeted mail-in ballots will lead to election fraud.
"You got to go and vote. People have to check you. They have to see that it's you, said President Trump.
"This case confirms mail-in ballot fraud is a real thing. It is happening," said attorney Jake Evans.
Jake Evans thinks he has already found signs of mail-in trouble. Evans specializes in election law and is the son of President Trump's US Ambassador to Luxembourg Randy Evans.
Evans says seven people voted twice in a hotly contested local race in southeast Georgia. Four people voted by absentee ballot then later walked into a precinct and voted again.
"The very fact that you can vote twice in elections is blatantly disturbing," said Evans.
Evans found these absentee ballot issues when Long County incumbent Magistrate Court Chief Judge Bobby Smith hired him to investigate his recent election day loss.
Long County is in southeast Georgia not far from the coast. It is close to Hinesville and Fort Stewart; the county seat is Ludowici.
After a recount following the June election, it was determined incumbent Magistrate Judge Bobby Smith lost by only nine votes.
Smith challenged the election, filing a petition to have the results thrown out and start over claiming people outside "Long county voted in the Election," "eligible voters were wrongly being turned away," and that officials "wrongly rejected and illegally counted absentee ballots."
(People voted in their absentee ballot, and then later walked in and voted in the poll?) "That's exactly right." (How can that happen?) "It's a breakdown," said Evans.
Evans contends along with the seven people who voted twice in the election, seven more cast illegal votes because they failed to sign their absentee ballot application and should never have received a ballot. And, he claims numerous people were issued absentee ballots when people not allowed by law requested the ballot on the voter's behalf.
One voter told Evans how and why he voted twice.
"He said I voted early in person and then I went back to vote on election day. And I just wanted to see if I could vote twice and I did it," said Evans.
"It still baffles me. I have no idea how people voted twice. I’ve never tried it, I’ve never wanted to try it, I guess that’s why it blows my mind," said Judge Smith.
In Ludowici, Judge Bobby Smith awaits his political fate. As people go about their daily routine, he wonders whether a judge will throw out the results or let the election stand.
(What's the worst part of this?) "Knowing that I wasn’t given a fair shake, and knowing that the people of Long County were cheated, said Judge Smith.
Late today, the winning candidate in the Magistrate Judge's race, Teresa Odum, and her attorney told the I-Team they don't believe there was any voter fraud and they plan to fight the petition to have the race results thrown out.


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A report released this week by the Ohio Mayors Alliance found that an estimated 33% of workers from 10 of the state's largest cities could work from home on a permanent basis, which would have a significant impact on the taxes and budgets of those municipalities.
The report, "The Impact of Work From Home on Municipal Income Taxes in Ohio," included data for Akron, Elyria and Strongsville, whose mayors are members of the bipartisan coalition of mayors. (Cleveland is not part of the coalition and was not included in the report.) The report shows that resulting fiscal impacts vary substantially by city, but that "it is highly likely that most Ohio cities will be negatively affected" by a loss of workers under Ohio's current municipal income tax laws.
"Ohio's economy is only as strong as the health and vibrancy of our cities and local communities," said Keary McCarthy, executive director of the Ohio Mayors Alliance, in a statement. "Working from home is not a bad thing, but it does have unintended consequences that will affect cities, downtown businesses, and local economic development strategies."
The city of Akron would lose anywhere from 3% to 7% of its general fund collections, while Elyria could lose 6% to 14%, and Strongsville could see a 3% to 6% loss, according to the study conducted by PFM, a financial management consultant firm.
The 10 cities evaluated by the report all rely heavily on the municipal income for more than half of the revenue that pays for municipal services such as police patrols, fire protection and financial administration.
Ohio law requires businesses to remit taxes based on the physical location of where employees work. However, that rule was suspended during the COVID-19 state of emergency.
The state's 2022-23 budget bill authorized residents to apply for a refund on municipal income taxes paid during 2021 if they worked from home rather than where their employer is located. Taxpayers will not automatically receive a refund but can file for one when preparing their 2021 income tax returns.
The potential work-from-home impact on Ohio's cities also depends on a number of other factors, including the degree to which budgets rely on income taxes and the number of workers who commute into the cities from their surrounding suburbs.
As more employees work from home, spending in the city where their offices are located is expected to decline as taxes paid by retail stores and restaurants fall, the report found.


Online sales continued their impressive growth in 2011, after UK internet shoppers spent £5.2bn in April, an increase of 19 per cent on the same period last year, according to the latest stats from industry body IMRG and Capgemini.
Several bank holidays, the Royal Wedding and unseasonable hot weather all contributed to the strong growth, with alcohol sales understandably driving much of the increase, shooting up 55 per cent year on year and 20 per cent on March.
The warm weather also helped propel clothing sales, which grew 32 per cent year on year, and home and garden items, which rose 14 per cent.
Chris Webster, head of retail consulting and technology at Capgemini, argued that 19 per cent growth in e-commerce over the period proves that the sector is in good health.
This is despite "rising inflation and stagnant wages" which has led to a very flat performance on the high street, showing that online sales continue to show strong resilience to the poor economic conditions at the expense of bricks and mortar stores.
"Our data showed a 45 per cent increase in the number of transactions compared with the same time last year, as well as an increase of 34 per cent in consumer spend," Webster added.
"It is likely that the combination of the bank holiday weekends and the Royal Wedding has fuelled growth in the sector as consumers seek to avoid the crowds and shop at their convenience."
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A Bayfield man accused of robbing a medical marijuana shop was taken into custody Thursday morning after a judge reset his bail.
Logan Griffith, 19, was arrested two weeks ago on suspicion of robbing Rocky Mountain High.
Judge Jeffrey Wilson set Griffith’s bail at $50,000. He had been released on personal recognizance by La Plata County Judge Martha Minot after his original arrest. Now, he will be held in jail until his bail can be posted.
The 6th Judicial District Attorney’s Office filed a motion to reconsider Griffith’s bail because all the facts of the case were not presented to Minot, said Deputy District Attorney Reid Stewart.
Griffith confessed to police that he had conspired with his father, Joe Griffith, to rob the marijuana dispensary, according to an arrest affidavit. Joe Griffith posed as a customer at the shop while his son robbed it, according to police.
Logan Griffith is suspected of entering the business wearing a dark hoodie and a ski mask and carrying a loaded semi-automatic handgun. He ordered an employee to open a cash register and a safe, police said. He used duct tape and zip ties to bind two employees and a “customer,” who actually was his father.
Shortly after the robbery, Logan Griffith was found with about $3,000 in cash, according to an arrest affidavit.
He also was carrying a “copious” amount of packaged marijuana at the time of his arrest, said Lt. Darrell Robertson with the Durango Police Department.
Griffith later told police he planned to cut off the fingers or toes of anyone who refused to cooperate, according to an arrest affidavit. He also said he would have shot anyone who attempted to fight him, the documents said.
Wilson called the allegations troubling and cited Griffith’s plan to torture employees and shoot them as the main reason behind his decision to change the bail.
“The community needs to be protected,” he said.
Logan Griffith was handcuffed and taken into custody after Thursday’s hearing.
Public Defender John Moran argued the change was unnecessary. He said Griffith’s presence in court Thursday was proof he would appear in court. This is the first time he has been arrested.
He also called the bail unfair because Griffith doesn’t have any money.
“We’re not supposed to set excessive bail to keep people in jail,” Moran said.
Minot set Joe Griffith’s bail at $100,000. He remained in jail as of Thursday.


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Tony Gibb had been a classy track rider since the mid-90’s, winning medals at the British Championships since 1998 in the Scratch Race and the Points Race, but he hit the headlines in 2002 when he won the bronze medal in the Manchester Commonwealth Games Scratch Race and then went on to win silver in the same discipline at the World Championships in Ballerup that year.
The Middlesex man holds the record of four victories in the prestigious early season Eddie Soens Memorial road race in the UK and he has won nine British Championships in his career – so far, he’s not finished yet.
These days now resident in Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire, Tony keeps himself busy racing for and managing his Metaltek/Scott/Knights of Old team, coaching and training riders, and was invited to attend the official opening of the London Olympic Velodrome with Lord Sebastian Coe.
But we also see him on TV regularly adding expert insight to the Eurosport coverage of cycle racing as a pundit in the studio and we hear him providing commentary on the live action too, usually for the biggest track events.
With Tony back in the commentator’s box for the Olympic Games, we thought this was the perfect time to find out more about the man behind the voice and the loud stripey shirts.
You’re going to be working in the commentary box at the Olympic track events Tony, and we last heard your work at the World Track Championships, what did you think of that event?
“I thought the track champs were very good, GB lost a bit of their advantage over the past two years but they seem to have got it back now, they are not quite as dominant as they were but I think there is being a bit of a changing of the guard.
“After the Olympics I think there will be a lot of changes, both riders and personnel from within British Cycling.”
What’s was your favourite race to commentate on?
“Without doubt, the Madison.
“There is so much going on, it’s much easier to do them when you are on site and can watch the whole of the track than just doing it from a screen in a commentary booth, when you can see the resting riders and what they are about to do it gives you so much more insight in to what’s going to happen, attacks, sprints, combines, etc.”
Do you get any advice or training from the producers, or is pretty much left up to you?
“We don’t have ‘talk back’ when we are commentating so we are pretty much left to it.
“We get ‘Q points’ when breaks are coming up or when a certain country is joining or leaving the programme, but from a content point of view when we are live it’s just down to us.”
You’ve been commentating or adding expert punditry for a few years now, and you’ve obviously got a natural ability to communicate clearly and with humour, but how did you get into the media side of things? Were you spotted, or nominated, or put yourself forward?
“I think the 2007 track worlds was the first “gig”, I just had a call from Tim Ufton at British Eurosport who had been given my name and it went from there really.
“It’s been good, I really enjoy it but I haven’t gone out looking for any more work – I’m happy with the amount Eurosport give me and they gave me a chance when I had done zero work so I owe them some loyalty.”
We see you on TV in the Eurosport studio with the likes of Rob Hayles adding expert opinion and analysis – that must be pretty scary?
“It’s never really been much of a problem, if you’re commentating on site it can be a little nerve-wracking but if you’re just in a sound booth it’s all pretty sterile and contained.
“If I’m doing the studio stuff it’s weird; there’s me and usually James Richardson in the studio plus one other guest, and you just forget that there’s a million people Europe-wide watching you!
“I remember the first time I did it, I was loving it, all was going well and I was nice and relaxed, then suddenly time crackled in to life in my ear and said “right we’re live in 10, 9, 8, 7…”
“I suddenly thought, what the hell am I doing here… I have no idea what I’m doing… help… run away…”
Which do you prefer doing – the TV work in the studio to camera or the “voice-only” commentary?
“It’s all different, different challenges, different pressures, I enjoy it all.”
And you’re coaching now too?
“Yes, that’s another thing that’s been growing for some time now.
“Most of my career I’ve been coached by Professor Greg Whyte, who most people will know from the sport and comic relief challenges.
“We have now opened the Centre for Human Health and Performance at 76 Harley Street – it’s a pretty impressive address and a pretty impressive set up too – but just wait until September when we open the ‘all-new’ “CHHP at 76 HS”!
“All I can say is; SRM testing rig, bike treadmill, six-point super-slow-mo HD camera positional analysis, and much much more!”
Fifth in the Eddie Soens Memorial this year for your Metaltek/Scott/Knights of Old team shows you’re still fit and able to place well, do you still harbour ambitions on the racing side?
“Very much so.
“I haven’t done too much this year because I took a decision that I was going to accept all – and any – work that popped up this year, it’s an Olympic year and it’s in London – that’s not going to happen again anytime soon so I decided to make the most of it just for this year.
“Next year, it’ll be full-on racing again.”
The Eddie Soens seems like a special race for you!
“It suits me down to the ground, it’s pan flat, and usually windy!
“I seem to have a reputation as a sprinter but of the four times I’ve won it two have been from small breaks and once I even buggered off on my own for most of the race!
‘I’ve only once won it from a bunch gallop and anyway it’s good to win the ‘Northern World Championships’ as it’s known – not sure they like me doing it though!
“I think if I won it again I’d be even more disliked!”
You spend a lot of time organising your team, signing riders, obtaining sponsors and sorting out the kit and logistics…
“Yep, it comes from my days back at Plowman Craven, when I was cut from the GB Programme there was no way I was going to retire and I have never really been comfortable with other people controlling my destiny anyway.
“I had a lot of experience from riding with GB and had also made sure I spent time with all the staff, the mechanics, swannies, and even managers.
“I learnt as much as I could, made lots of contacts – somehow I have always been good at networking.”
What’s your most favourite memory from your racing days?
“That’s a tough one, there are so many highlights.
“I have been lucky to have raced all over the world, I’ve won big races in the UK, crits, the Tour Series, Premier Calendars, National Championships at time trials, track and crits, so I have been very lucky indeed.
“I think if I had to pick one thing it would be when we raced in California for three weeks in 2009 when there was a foot and mouth outbreak in the UK. I had a big result in a crit in Ojay and all in all in was a great trip with a super group of lads.”
You race road and track, with your major medals coming in the track disciplines – but which do you feel you were better at? And which did you enjoy more?
“In the same way I love commentating on Madisons, I love riding them too.
“I seem to be able to read the race, I can get the “flow” of the race, slow things down, see what’s going to happen next, I understand the race totally.
“Ever tried explaining to someone how to ride a madison? You can’t, it’s impossible. You just have to do it and then realise why you did it! Why you were in that position, why you moved, why you changed with your partner where you did.”
I saw you race in a few Six Days, I remember you in the Amsterdam Six a few years ago getting stuck in (but having to wear horrid brown jerseys). Did you enjoy the Sixes, and do you wish you did more of them?
“The Sixes were hard!
“I was never one of the ‘favoured’ riders so was always down the back of the string fighting for my dinner!
“Not a lot of people know this but I did actually win a Six Day: Torino in Italy – with Olympic Champion Scott McGrory!”
Would you do anything differently if you had your time again?
“I think I would be a bit more forceful.
“In my GB days, I just went with the training I was given and believed it was the best and that everyone on the squad was treated equally and getting the same attention paid to their training.
“I would insist that Greg coached me all along, if I had my time again.”
Any regrets Tony?
“Without meaning to sound negative, yeah – but I’m not going to dwell on them and spend the rest of my life being bitter.”

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Brian McElvaney – Head Beekeeper Cliff at Lyons.
After borrowing a beekeeping book from the library that he couldn’t fully understand at age 10, the spark was lit and Brian eventually started keeping bees over 20 years later. What started out as curiosity and a little hobby has expanded to fill Brian’s time managing hives and bees, producing honey and working with study groups to help other beekeepers increase their knowledge and pass beekeeping exams! Brian is lucky to have a very patient wife and two very patient sons!
“The bees at Lyons are a great way to tell the story of the role of the honeybee and being able to supply delicious local honey is a very nice bonus!”
In May, we brought three small hives to Cliff to be built up with good intentions for the 2019 season but the bees were strong, the Summer weather was fantastic and the forage available around Cliff at Lyons, the Grand Canal and the Lyons estate is excellent. We got a honey crop that we didn’t expect until next year. Having missed the Spring Dandelions, Hawthorn, Sycamore and fields of oil seed rape this was purely a summer honey harvest.
It’s quite a light honey but with more depth to the flavour than you would be used to from the supermarket. Bramble (blackberry) nectar is an important contribution to most Irish Summer honey but this was also a very good year for clover and its nectar gave the honey a lighter colour. Each honey crop has its own subtleties and I can’t quite pin-point it but I’m sure that the 200 metres of flowering Escallonia hedging between the hotel and the estate have influenced this one – the whole hedge was buzzing during its peak. in a 100 pollen grain sample for the honey, it was 80% White clover, 10% Lime, 5% Bramble, 3% Vetch and 2% Gorse.
For now, the strongest hive has been moved to the bog with other hives, to hopefully catch a crop of heather honey. Once that work is done, it’s time to get settled for Winter but we may even squeeze in a few more back at Cliff at Lyons to make good use of all the forage available there in 2019!
“Inspiration is all around, I even take cues from the Cliff bees that sometimes come up and tap on the Orangery windows.”
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George Blatchford (Canadian), Patentee
Jun 25 1878
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"This invention has reference to such improvements in my resonant-chamber for organs as will produce a more distinct and perfect vibration of the changer; also, a more solid and distinct volume of sound; and lastly, a more perfect control of the sounds produced, so as to produce or bring out a crescendo or diminuendo at will and with less effort." (Patent Number 205,341)
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Archer's Poudre River Resort
Archer's Poudre River Resort is a campground located in Bellvue. We are located 33 mile We are located 33 miles up the Poudre Canyon, on Highway 14, Northwest of Fort Collins, Colorado. Nestled between the cool clear waters of The Cache La Poudre River and the Majestic granite peaks of the Colorado Rocky Mountainss up the Poudre Canyon, on Highway 14, Northwest of Fort Collins, Colorado. nestled between the cool clear waters of The Cache La Poudre River and the Majestic granite peaks of the Colorado Rocky Mountains
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