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The thing I love most about “basics” — i.e. a simple, hardworking pullover, or stockinette hat, or a mittens pattern like this one — is that they’re the perfect blank slate, begging to be personalized. Mine might be plain as day, while someone else’s might be purple or striped or covered in Fair Isle motifs or any textured stitch that matches pattern gauge. Pretty much every pattern I’ve featured in Make Your Own Basics is immensely adaptable, which to me is the whole point. The mittens pattern above, Knits for Everybody Mittens by Jenny Williams, is written for two weights (worsted and fingering) and 12 sizes, and would not only lend itself to whatever you want to do in terms of color and fiber, but would also be very simple to convert to fingerless mitts: Just stop short of the shaping for the fingertips — on both the hands and thumbs — and work a few rounds of ribbing before binding off. Same goes for Purl Soho’s free Arched Gusset Mittens, which also includes toddler, child and adult sizes.
(For even simpler handwarmers, see my Super Simple Mitts and Stadium Mitts — free patterns.)
PREVIOUSLY in Make Your Own Basics: The hat
For us Canadians, mittens (or mitts, as they are generally called here) are often the first thing we learn to knit. They were for me when I was still quite a small child. They were always wool, and in our house they were inevitably made from the leftovers of larger projects. For many years I kept a pair that had been knitted by my great-aunt out of leftovers from a lopi sweater. They were treasured. Here, where our winters are brutal (-20C is common), one seldom wears a single layer. My preference is for a lightweight pair of knitted gloves covered by a densely knitted pair of fairisle mitts for wind and waterproofing. And I prefer rounded fingertips, worked in the same way as a star toe on a sock, to the slightly squared tips in Jenny Williams’ version.
Mittens were my first project as well. My mother taught me the basics, and then put me in the back seat of the station wagon with a skein of Redheart, a set of needles and a pattern, and I knit mittens all the way across the country and back, from Ohio to California. By the time we got home, I had figured out most of the basics, added stripes, and learned to make a cable. Hooked for life on knitting, but I rarely make mittens now.
Mittens were my second-ever project, and I’ve made dozens of pairs. I crank them out like some knitters crank out socks. A good basic mitten pattern is always useful.
I recently made my first pair of mittens for my niece using Tin Can Knit’s free pattern: http://www.tincanknits.com/pattern-TCK-theworldssimplestmittens.html
Yup, I used hers and combined it with a checkerboard pattern (from Fox & Geese) for one of my kidlets. So easy to adapt! Highly, highly recommend.
I just checked out Beth’s Tin Can Knits pattern and favorited it on Ravelry. It uses any left-over yarn. I could knit these in the helical knitting process that is described in A Year of Techniques. Fun for in-between projects.
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Kansas City, Kan., police are investigating a drive-by shooting Sunday morning that sent one victim to the hospital with severe injuries.
Police said shots were fired at a home in the 2400 block of Stewart Avenue and into a dwelling in the 2400 block of Parallel Avenue at about the same time.
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Following the announcement that Tyler Vik had joined Xray for the 2014 racing season FX has confirmed that he has also decided to use their FX engines. We understand that Tyler will be using the F5 engine at all regional, national and international races including the World Championship.
Tyler had the following to say:
“Despite FX Engines being brand new, I didn’t hesitate to give them a try, and was surprised by the speed and the reliability. With the World Championships this year, I want to be absolutely confident in my engine choice, and the power, fuel mileage and ease of tuning of the FX 5K is exactly what I’m looking for. I’m looking forward to the 2014 season and can’t wait to run these engines this year.”


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Targeted PetCare (TPC) has successfully acquired Pet Brands, a leading pet treats business. This strategic move enhances TPC's pet treat portfolio, adding valuable sourcing, design and packaging capabilities.
Pet Brands, established in 2004, is a trusted innovator in natural dog and cat treats, offering a range of products such as jerkies, soft chews, dental chews, purees and premium bones. The acquisition aligns with TPC's goal of broadening its pet consumables offerings through strategic mergers and acquisitions.
Matt Miller, CEO of Targeted PetCare, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting Pet Brands' high-value-add capabilities. Tom O’Brien, CEO of Pet Brands, sees the collaboration as a unique value proposition that will enable meaningful growth for both companies.
This acquisition marks TPC's fifth strategic move under Wind Point ownership, showcasing its commitment to expanding capabilities in the pet consumables market. Antares Capital and Maranon Capital led the debt financing, with Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Forvis providing legal counsel and transaction advisory services for TPC. William Blair acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Pet Brands.

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- The newest aircraft servicing YQB to GPT in 2009 was City Star Airlines' DC-10-30 from Mcdonnell Douglas. The DC-10-30 started flying in 1990.
- World Airways carried a total of 300 passengers from YQB to GPT in 2009.
- 673 seats were available on flights from YQB to GPT in 2009. Of those seats, a total of 572 passengers flew on all flights from YQB to GPT that year.
- In 2009, there were 2 airline companies operating between Quebec and Gulfport.
- The oldest aircraft servicing trips from Quebec, Canada to Gulfport, MS in 2009 was City Star Airlines' DC-10-30 from Mcdonnell Douglas which started flying in 1990.
- World Airways, City Star Airlines offer flights from Quebec, Canada to Gulfport, MS.
- There were 572 passengers that flew from Quebec to Gulfport in 2009.
- City Star Airlines operated flights from YQB to GPT using one type of aircraft in 2009.
- The average aircraft occupancy on flights from Quebec to Gulfport in 2009 was 85.48%.
- The largest aircraft servicing flights between Quebec and Gulfport from City Star Airlines is the DC-10-30 built by Mcdonnell Douglas with 355 seats.
- The smallest aircraft servicing flights from YQB to GPT for World Airways is the DC-10-30 built by Mcdonnell Douglas with 318 seats.
(Source: FAA & BTS 2009 Databases)
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We are an artificial intelligence startup founded by the HKU EEE graduates team.
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Sports AI Lab of The University of Hong Kong has created a mobile application for sports evaluation. Students can use this app to track exercises such as sit-up, skip-rope, and planking.
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The Centralised AI Drowning Detection System can detect the human posture under water. When a human like object is detected to be stationary for a torrent period, an audio and visual alarm could be triggered.


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When you walk into the lobby go to the right, and head all the way through the restaurant towards the fireplace and out on to the patio. Thank you!
Come join us on Friday nights for our weekly Friday Unwind with live music from 5-7pm. The live music will be hosted on our patio with open seating. We do not take reservations on our patio so the seating is a first come, first serve basis. We always recommend arriving early to make sure you get a table and the best seat possible.
We will be serving our Happy Hour Menu from 3-6pm with our full menu available until 8pm. We will also have complimentary vendor tastings from 5-6pm. Our artists and vendors will rotate weekly so be sure to check back frequently for the coming week's lineup.
There is no better place in North County San Diego to relax after a long work week with a craft beer or cocktail while enjoying a bite to eat. Let the music play in the background while you enjoy some of the best scenery in Carlsbad with a panoramic view of the Carlsbad hillsides, our beautiful golf course, the Pacific Ocean and some of the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see.
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I'm a big city Southern gal with a true Southern drawl and I grew up as part of the barefoot generation. My great aunt scolded me for coming for a visit without proper shoes and socks because she wanted to take me into the city for lunch and shopping. But, I also grew up using the good china and crystal for any occasion.
My name is Louise Pistole. The “e” on the end of my last name is silent so it is pronounced Pistol. I get a lot of interesting conversation from that name but I’m proud to carry on the family’s Welsh heritage.
God gifted me auburn red hair at birth and it’s still that way today – with a little help from my hairdresser. When my grandson was writing a report and needed to interview me, his question was, “What is my trademark that I am known for?” I automatically replied that it was my red hair. “No, Mimi, that’s not what you are known for. It’s your fancy handwriting with all the curls and loops.” I was surprised at his response but trusted his judgment.
In April of 2021, I published a daily devotional/inspirational book titled Discover Your Joy. The book was inspired by a message about being joyful always from 1 Thessalonians 5:16.
Here’s an insight to the book from the back cover:
JOY! It’s YOUR choice. Every day!
Does life leave you feeling hopeless and joyless?
Are your intentions out of alignment with your actions?
What choices do you make in life to Discover Your Joy?
Do you know you can live in joy every day of your life—but—it is a choice!
I had to make a choice to have joy in my life. I had experienced loss and major change of life plans, and really, I just went through the motions of living. Sure, there were moments of joy but that was it—moments.
Until I made the choice to discover my own joy.
In Discover Your Joy, you will:
• Enjoy daily inspiration for happiness and joyfulness,
• Learn how to live an abundant life filled with gratitude, hope, and joy,
• Discover inner peace through encouraging words,
• Discover how to become a Joy-Fanatic and enjoy your best life.
Each day in the book starts with a positive affirmation, then an inspiring story, and closes with a quote or verse. I’d like to share this one page with you.
UNLOCK YOUR JOY
I am joyful!
Do you feel joyful every day? Our natural state of being is joyful. However, all the busyness, commitments and requirements of our lives sometimes robs us of the joyful feeling. Perhaps it is just locked away deep in your heart and only needs the lock to be released.
Unlocking your heart could be simple enough if you have a key. Otherwise, you’ll need to dig down deep, discover why your heart is locked, and work towards releasing those barriers.
For myself, my heart became locked when my husband and I separated. For the first time in my life, I was all alone. I was sad and life was hard and difficult and overwhelming. You get the picture, I’m sure. Even though there were good days along the way, it was many years before I was able to unlock my joy. My key to the lock came through a message from my minister. It touched my heart and I was on my way to living a joyful life.
Is your heart blocked by shame or guild? Is your heart reeling with jealousy? Do you feel unloved or unworthy? These and many other emotions could be blocking your joyful life.
Whatever you are feeling, just know, you are entitled to joy! You are worthy of joy! You deserve joy in your life?
Repeat those statements to yourself over and over. They will gradually ingrain into your heart, and you can return to your natural state of living joyfully!
Today’s Joy: “I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!” John 15:11 NLT
We all have our favorite inspirational stories to tell and one of mine is about my granddaughter during one of our outings. As I parked my car, I noticed a field full of weeds. I wondered why management hadn’t taken care of this maintenance. But my granddaughter bolted out of the car, and said, “Look at all the dandelion wishes. Mimi, what would you wish for if you had a thousand dandelion wishes?” Wow! This sweet little girl had just instantly upgraded my mood and changed my perspective.
I would love for you to share with me in the comments one of your favorite stories that inspired you. In fact, I’ll give away a paperback copy of Discover Your Joy to one random person who leaves a short story in the comments. Share away, my friends! You could be the lucky winner of a joyful book!
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Hello everybody, it is Drew, welcome to our recipe page. Today, we’re going to prepare a special dish, classic shakshuka. It is one of my favorites. This time, I will make it a little bit tasty. This will be really delicious.
Classic Shakshuka is one of the most favored of current trending meals on earth. It’s appreciated by millions every day. It is easy, it’s fast, it tastes yummy. Classic Shakshuka is something which I have loved my whole life. They are fine and they look wonderful.
To get started with this particular recipe, we have to first prepare a few components. You can have classic shakshuka using 3 ingredients and 0 steps. Here is how you cook that.
The ingredients needed to make Classic Shakshuka:
- Take 4 of eggs (or as required).
- Prepare 250 gms of chicken keema (or according to eggs).
- Make ready 2 of red onions finely chopped.
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You purchase a bounty of fruits and vegetables on your weekly grocery trip — only to have more than half of them start rotting before you have a chance to cook or consume them. Save your food and your money with these tips.
You’re trying to eat healthier and are buying more fruits and vegetables to include in your diet, but you’re finding the produce is rotting before you get around to eating it all. Don’t give up just yet. The good news is that you can take some steps to help make your fresh fruits and vegetables last longer. It’ll take some more time and effort, but it’ll be worth it for the healthier diet, the reduced waste and the ease on your pocketbook. Ready to have groceries going into your belly instead of straight to the compost bin? These four strategies will help get you on track.
Store fruits and vegetables separately
Organize your produce purchases and store them in their designated drawers in your fridge rather than tossing them all in together. Apples, for example, release a gas called ethylene which makes veggies ripen (and therefore rot) faster. Also, if you notice one particular fruit or vegetable has started to rot, throw it out immediately, to avoid having the rotting spread to the other produce.
It can be a time-saver to watch your fruits and vegetables before you store them in the fridge, ready to use and eat right away, but this can lead to them developing mould more quickly. Wash your produce only just before eating or cooking with it.
Adjust your crisper settings
Chances are you haven’t touched the settings of your refrigerator since you purchased your fridge or you moved into your apartment. But fridges nowadays offer a variety of controls that help you prolong the life of your food. Your crisper is designed to be a more humid storage space for your fresh produce. Turn the humidity control slightly higher for produce such as greens, but turn it to medium for most other fruits and vegetables. Citrus fruit only needs low humidity (or leave it on the counter — see below).
Many of us tend to store all of our fresh produce in the refrigerator, but some, such as tomatoes, oranges and squash, will store better at room temperature. The cold temperature of the fridge can actually lead these to rot more quickly.


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Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most renowned football players of our time, hails from the beautiful city of Funchal, Portugal. This small but vibrant city, located on the island of Madeira, holds a significant place in Ronaldo’s heart and has played a crucial role in shaping his career. In this article, we will delve into the details of Ronaldo’s hometown, exploring its geographical location, cultural significance, and how it has influenced the upbringing and development of this legendary athlete.
The Geographical Location of Funchal
Funchal, the capital city of Madeira, is situated on the southern coast of the island. Nestled in a picturesque bay surrounded by lush mountains, it offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The city’s strategic location, combined with its natural beauty, makes it a popular tourist destination.
1. Geographical Features
Funchal boasts a diverse range of geographical features that contribute to its unique charm. From the rugged coastline to the verdant hillsides, the city offers a harmonious blend of natural landscapes. The presence of volcanic soil has endowed the region with fertile land, making it ideal for agriculture.
The city enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average temperature ranges between 16°C (61°F) in winter and 25°C (77°F) in summer. The pleasant weather conditions and abundant sunshine create an inviting atmosphere for outdoor activities.
Cultural Significance of Funchal
Funchal is not only a place of natural beauty but also a city rich in culture and history. Its vibrant heritage and traditions have significantly influenced the development of its inhabitants, including Cristiano Ronaldo.
1. Festivals and Celebrations
The city is renowned for its colorful festivals and celebrations, which showcase the local culture and traditions. The most famous of these is the Festa da Flor (Flower Festival), held annually in spring. During this event, the streets of Funchal are adorned with vibrant floral displays, and parades featuring traditional costumes and music take place.
Funchal is a haven for food enthusiasts, offering a wide array of traditional Madeiran cuisine. The city is known for its fresh seafood, succulent meat dishes, and delectable pastries. Ronaldo’s upbringing in Funchal would have exposed him to the rich culinary heritage of the region, contributing to his appreciation for diverse flavors.
3. Art and Architecture
The city boasts a blend of architectural styles, ranging from traditional Portuguese to modern designs. Funchal’s historic center, known as the Old Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features charming narrow streets lined with colorful houses. The contemporary art scene is also thriving, with numerous galleries showcasing local and international talent.
Ronaldo’s Upbringing in Funchal
Cristiano Ronaldo’s formative years were spent in Funchal, and the city played a pivotal role in shaping his character and footballing abilities.
1. Family and Community Support
Growing up in a close-knit community, Ronaldo was surrounded by the love and support of his family and neighbors. The strong sense of community fostered a nurturing environment for his passion for football to flourish. The local football clubs and academies provided Ronaldo with the opportunity to hone his skills and develop his talent.
2. Sporting Infrastructure
Funchal boasts excellent sporting infrastructure, with numerous football fields and training facilities. Ronaldo had access to these facilities from a young age, allowing him to train and improve his skills. The presence of professional football clubs in the region also provided Ronaldo with exposure to high-level competition, further fueling his ambition to succeed.
3. Mentors and Coaches
Ronaldo was fortunate to have mentors and coaches who recognized his potential and guided him on his journey to becoming a professional footballer. These individuals provided him with the necessary guidance, training, and support to develop his talent and navigate the challenges that come with pursuing a career in football.
Funchal, Portugal, holds a special place in Cristiano Ronaldo’s heart as his hometown. The city’s geographical beauty, rich culture, and supportive community have contributed to his upbringing and development as a football icon. From the stunning landscapes to the vibrant festivals, Funchal’s influence on Ronaldo’s life is undeniable. As we continue to witness Ronaldo’s achievements on the football field, it is important to acknowledge the role that his hometown has played in shaping his journey to greatness.

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Duke Blue Devils Vs. Old Dominion
Saturday, February 17 | 2 p.m. | ACC Network Extra
Cameron Indoor Stadium | Durham, N.C.
Duke Blue Devils
2017-18 record (ACC): 6-7 (1-4)
Head Coach: Glen Lanham (Oklahoma State ‘88)
* Rankings are InterMat (2/13)
Old Dominion Monarchs
2017-18 record (MAC): 9-8 (5-2)
Head Coach Steve Martin (Iowa ‘91)
Old Dominion Probables
* Rankings are InterMat (2/13)
Duke by the Numbers
100 – Career wins for redshirt senior heavyweight Jacob Kasper, the fourth Blue Devil to amass 100 career victories.
20 – Current win streak for Kasper, dating back to December 2 loss to Tanner Hall
7 – Blue Devils ranked overall in the NCAA Coaches’ Panel rankings or RPI rankings
6 – Wins needed by Kasper to break the Duke single-season wins mark held by John Barone
20 – Of Kasper’s 31 wins that have come by major decision, technical fall or pin this season
20 – Duke’s team ranking in the Feb. 13 InterMat poll
9 – Win streak by Matt Finesilver prior to Wednesday’s narrow loss at North Carolina
How to Follow the Action
- Duke’s final regular season match will take place in Cameron Indoor Stadium and will be broadcast on ACC Network Extra. Fans unable to come to Durham for the festivities can watch on the WatchESPN platform and follow along on Twitter. Links are available at GoDuke.com.
Honoring Our Seniors
- Duke will recognize seniors Thayer Atkins, Luke Farinaro and Jacob Kasper prior to the match Saturday. The trio have been indespensable members of the Duke wrestling team during their careers, helping take the Blue Devils to another level since arriving in Durham. Their hard work in the wrestling room as well as the classroom has not gone unnoticed and will be missed.
- Duke and Old Dominion are meeting for the fifth time overall and for the second straight season. The series is knotted 2-2 with the Blue Devils owning the two most recent victories.
- Duke defeated old Dominion 18-16 last season. The four duals have been decided by an average of 7.5 points with the last two coming down to three and two points, respectively.
Looking at Duke
- The Blue Devils are coming off of a tough loss at No. 24 North Carolina Wednesday night. Duke is 6-7 overall and looks to finish the regular season at .500. At home, Duke sports a 3-2 mark.
- Duke features four true freshmen in its lineup and just two seniors in Thayer Atkins and Jacob Kasper at 125 and HWT, respectively. Kasper is tops on the team with 31 wins and a No. 3 national ranking, while Mitch Finesilver has 24. Rookie Matt Finesilver recently had his nine-match win streak snapped, but owns 22 victories on the year at 174. Alec Schenk is having a solid season up at 197 with 17 wins.
- There are a lot of new faces and movement in the Duke lineup this season. Only Atkins and Kasper stayed put at their weights, while the remaining eight starters are competing at new weights.
- Mitch returned to the lineup at 157 after a redshirt season, while Zach bumped up to 165 from 141 a year ago. Schenk made the move to 197 from 184, while Leynaud is up to 149 from being a starter at 133 as a true freshman in 2015-16.
Jacob Kasper Joins the Century Club
- Redshirt senior heavyweight Jacob Kasper joined the elite century club Wednesday night at North Carolina. He captured his 100th victory in dominating fashion, 16-1, over Andrew Gunning. He is just the fourth Blue Devil to reach the mark.
- John Barone holds the record with 112. Kasper has two regular-season bouts remaining and the ACC and NCAA Championships. He has the potential to finish second all-time at Duke in victories at his current pace of winning.
Last Time We Met
- Old Dominion led 16-6 after seven bouts before the Blue Devils won the final three to come away with the narrow 18-16 victory. Jacob Kasper, ranked ffith at the time, secured the first-period fall for the crucial six points to help Duke get back on track. Thayer Atkins and Cole Baumgartner finished the evening off with decisions to lift the Blue Devils to victory.
- Zach Finesilver and Jake Faust also won for Duke.
Duke 18, Old Dominion 16
Wednesday, January 25, 2017 • Norfolk, Va.
141: Zach Finesilver (D) dec. Kevin Budock (O), 4-1 [Duke 3, ODU 0]
149: Michael Hayes (O) dec. Xaviel Ramos (D), 9-2 [Duke 3, ODU 3]
157: Jake Faust (D) dec. Austin Eads (O), 5-1 [Duke 6, ODU 3]
165: #15 Seldon Wright (O) major dec. Garrett Neff (D), 10-2 [Duke 6, ODU 7]
174: Antonio Agee (O) dec. Michael Wright (D), 4-1 [Duke 6, ODU 10]
184: #9 Jack Dechow (O) dec. Alec Schenk (D), 6-4 [Duke 6, ODU 13]
197: #11 Kevin Beazley (O) dec. Luke Farinaro (D), 6-1 [Duke 6, ODU 16]
285: #5 Jacob Kasper (D) fall Will Hilliard (O), 0:57 [Duke 12, ODU 16]
125: Thayer Atkins (D) dec. Steven Simpson (O), 10-5 [Duke 15, ODU 16]
133: Cole Baumgartner (D) dec. Alex Madrigal (O), 2-0 [Duke 18, ODU 16]
Last Time Out
- Jacob Kasper picked up his 100th career victory and 31st of the season with a dominant, 16-1, technical fall at North Carolina Wednesday. The No. 24 Tar Heels came away with the, 28-14, victory in the dual.
- Mitch Finesilver tacked on another win, besting No. 15 Kennedy Monday for his second top 20 victory. Matt Finesilver lost a hard-fought bout to No. 16 Ethan Ramos - his first loss in the past nine duals.
Scouting The Monarchs
- Old Dominion comes to Durham with a 9-8 overall record and 5-2 mark against MAC foes after garnering recent victories against Kent State and Ohio.
- Larry Early, at 157, paces the Monarchs in the wins column with a 25-8 overall record and 13-3 mark in duals. ODU’s 174-pounder Seldon Wright is 22-8 overall and 12-5 in duals, while Michael McGee is 24-8 as a true freshman.
- Duke and Old Dominion share five common foes this season. Both squads went 2-3 overall.
|Gardner-Webb||W, 38-3||W, 30-3|
|NC State||L, 6-35||L, 15-25|
|Virginia Tech||L, 19-24||L, 9-28|
|American||L, 7-34||W, 27-10|
|Virginia||W, 19-16||L, 10-25|
Matchups to Watch
- The match at 174 is one to look out for as InterMat’s No. 18 Matt Finesilver will wrestle FloWrestling’s No. 16 Seldon Wright. Both have amassed over 20 wins this season. Wright is 1-4 against ranked wrestlers, while Matt is 2-5.
- Jeremiah Reitz, having made strides in recent matches, will be tested against Alex Madrigal, who is ranked 19th by OpenMat.
- There will be no rematches from last year’s dual, but Mitch Finesilver and Larry Early could meet again at 157. The two wrestled in the title match at the Hokie Open with Mitch taking home the crown with an 8-0 major decision.
- Duke will take a much needed break to rejuvenate and prepare for the ACC Championships March 3. The tournament will be held in Carmichael Arena in Chapel Hill and will decide the NCAA qualifiers. NCAA allocations will be announced days prior to the championship.

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Extreme How To Roast Coffee Beans
- November 9, 2019
This is the first submit I ever wrote on the best way to roast coffee beans at house. Slowly pour your inexperienced coffee beans into the roasting chamber, watch intently as they’ll swirl around the chamber. You may take away the quilt or butter warming tray to entry the roasting chamber, exchange it in the event you like to direct the chaff. Fastidiously watch the beans as you pour to be certain they are moving within the chamber and stop including beans when the movement becomes labored or slows significantly. 1,500 Watt classic Sizzling Air poppers might be able to roast 4 or 5 ounces of espresso. You need to use lower than the utmost quantity of beans your popper can handle, watch carefully as the volume of beans will have an effect on the rate of the roast.
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Air Popcorn Popper. You need an older model like West Bend Poppery or Poppery II. I found mine on eBay which is an efficient source or test yard sales, thrift stores, even your storage roast coffee beans in oven. The machine must run at 1200-1500 watts. When you can nonetheless purchase air poppers, newer models don’t get scorching enough to roast the beans evenly.
Storage – Once you roast your coffee, you’ll need a place to store it till you employ it. Keep in mind, the extra air tight the better. However even the perfect container won’t cease the espresso from losing its taste and aroma after about a week if it is not used.
Introducing Secrets Of Roasting Coffee Beans
I discovered that pan-roasted beans had been more intensely flavored, perhaps because a number of beans bought extra charred or perhaps the strategy simply sears” within the taste higher than oven roasting. My oven-roasted beans got here out extra evenly roasted, with a touch extra smoke within the flavor. I imagine this has to do with how the moisture within the beans turns to steam contained in the oven and the general lack of ventilation with New York Metropolis apartment ovens.
Izzy has been working at CoRo as Director of Operations for over a year, and working at CoRo since 2016. As the Director of Operations, he ensures Member Roasters have the support, coaching, and tools they need to make their roasting operations profitable. Izzy has been roasting coffee for 10 years, getting began at Highwire Espresso Roasters in 2008 as a barista and apprentice roaster. His roots within the Bay Area espresso scene run deep, having worked roasting coffee as Head Roaster for Highwire Espresso Roasters, Roast Co., and Bellwether Espresso. In addition to his work at CoRo, Izzy roasts for a lot of native Bay Area espresso manufacturers, is founder of Matchbook Coffee project, and enjoys enjoying devices, seeing local reveals, and hanging out at report shops.
Once it’s nice and funky, transfer the batch to an airtight container. But do not seal the lid fully for a day or two, since it could explode because the beans slowly off-fuel carbon dioxide. You will wish to wait about as lengthy to grind and brew them as nicely, and use them inside the 5 subsequent days for ultimate freshness, and fully embrace your next-level espresso snob-dom.
All that is left to do after that’s grind and brew, In below 20 minutes from start to finish, you may have fantastic, home-roasted coffee. A: HotTop Basic Roaster and a stovetop Whirley Pop popcorn maker. After reading by way of this text, I made a decision to use a small oven to do roast my coffee bean (gentle roast, and medium roast) for my drip coffee. I found that it’s so easy to do and I have been roasting espresso for my household on weekly foundation.
The French Roast has modified. I do not like this “Espresso-ahead, smoky, bittersweet, hints of caramel” form. Tastes very bland compared to the Intensely Daring and Smoky. Sure – Carefully pour roasted beans into colander or roasting pan from roaster.


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Bush asks for federal aid for shrimp, crab harvesters
TALLAHASSEE -- Gov. Jeb Bush has requested federal help for the state's shrimp, clam and crab fishing industries, hammered by freezes over the past winter.
Bush asked the White House to declare the series of freezes from November 2002 to February 2003 a major disaster. That would let the state receive programs and funds under the Stafford Act.
"I have determined this incident is of such severity and magnitude that effective response is beyond the capabilities of the state and the affected local governments," Bush said in the letter.
State analysts estimate the freezes temporarily put more than 2,000 workers out of work, resulting in income losses of more than $28 million, Bush said.
Most of the affected fishers and related industry workers are not eligible for unemployment benefits, and the few who are eligible already have exhausted their claims, Bush said.
The hardest-hit county was Lee, with more than $10 million in lost income, according to a state survey.
Other heavily impacted counties were Duval, with more than $4 million lost, and Miami-Dade and Franklin, with more than $2 million each, the survey said.

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Patrick Lange caught the triathlon world’s attention at this year’s Ironman World Championship when he ran a remarkable sub-2:40 marathon and broke the long-standing marathon course record set by Mark Allen in 1989.
The German athlete, who wasn’t pegged as a podium contender leading into Kona, used his running to secure third place and round out an all-German podium behind two-time winner Jan Frodeno and 2014 winner Sebastian Kienle.
Lange recently uploaded his Kona run to Strava, which allows users to view his paces per kilometres and the elevation of the entire run. According to his Strava data, which was uploaded from his Garmin Forerunner 735, Lange averaged 3:38 minutes per km which brought him to his 2:39:33 overall time.
Many pros have shared their numbers from this Ironman World Championship online. Check out our analysis of Lionel Sanders’ power data from the Kona bike course here.

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Here we are with episode 57 of The TechBox. A podcast hosted by James Honeyball, Richard Yates, David Rich, Andy Hagon and Rich Fletcher.
Released every few weeks. The panel of tech enthusiasts are joined by our globetrotting guest correspondents to discuss the latest tech goodness.
In this episode James and Dave chat about:
- Tech used in a 50km Ultra Marathon around Reading
- Intel MacBook 16″ in the shadow of the upcoming Apple Silicon
- iPhone SE 2020
- Apple Glasses
- KVM update
- Retro gaming on genuine hardware or a Raspberry Pi
Hope you enjoyed the show. See you in Episode 58


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More than 30 candidates have to date filed to run for office in Trigg County in the upcoming May 17 primary races, with a little less than half seeking a seat on Trigg County Fiscal Court.
Filing deadline for candidates in partisan races has been extended by the Kentucky General Assembly, and those individuals now have until 4 p.m. Jan. 25 to file to run.
Deadline for non-partisan races is June 7.
Trigg County Clerk Carmen Finley said voters in the county may vote early on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday before Election Day. Early voting will take place at the EOC.
On Election Day, voters will have a choice of five or six polling sites and can vote wherever they want to do so, Finley said.
“That’s our plan right now,” she noted. “We want to make it easy for people to vote, and we want to encourage people to vote early.”
Finley said she thinks early voting worked well for people in the last election, and she wants to encourage them to take advantage of it this time if they are able to do so.
“Early voting keeps lines down,” the clerk observed. “It’s giving them choices. I think it will make it easier for everybody.”
Of candidates filing to run in the local community, the fiscal court’s District 6 has attracted quite a bit of interest, with seven candidates, all but one of them Republicans, seeking the seat now held by outgoing Magistrate Larry Lawrence.
The District 6 candidates include Republicans Michael Todd Anderson, Patrick Bush, Billy Hop Calhoun, Will Ezell, Lucas Hale and Dennis Richard Whitten as well as Jan Culwell, the lone Democrat seeking to represent the district on fiscal court.
Lawrence is not seeking another term.
Additionally, two other incumbents on the fiscal court have opposition for their seats.
In District 1, incumbent Democrat Mike Wright is being opposed by Republican John Oliver. In District 5, incumbent Alana Baker Dunn is being opposed by Kenneth Wayne Cherry.
Both Dunn and Cherry are Republicans.
Four incumbents are unopposed, Republican Barry H. Littlejohn in District 2; Cameron Sumner, a Republican, in District 3; Democrat Jeff Broadbent in District 4; and Mike Lane, also a Republican, in the court’s District 7.
At the helm of fiscal court, current Trigg County Judge-Executive Hollis Alexander has said he won’t seek another term in office, and a former judge-executive, Stan Humphries, is campaigning to serve again in that capacity.
Humphries, a Republican who also served eight years representing District 1 in the state Senate, left the Senate in January 2021. He filed on Nov. 9 to run for judge-executive.
In other races, Trigg County Sheriff Aaron Acree is seeking the sheriff’s office again. A Republican, he filed to run on Nov. 19.
Randall Braboy, also a Republican, filed on Dec. 8 to seek another term as county attorney, and Democrat Finley is campaigning to serve another term as county clerk.
Stephen Washer, a Democrat who was sworn in as Trigg County circuit clerk last October upon the retirement of Pam Perry, filed on Nov. 3 to seek the circuit clerk’s position again.
He will be opposed in the May primary by Lisa Fuller-Thomas, who is a Republican.
In the non-partisan city races, Cadiz Mayor Todd King filed to serve another term as mayor, while incumbents Susie Hendricks, Frankie Phillips and Brenda Price and newcomer Tim Bridges have all filed to run for seats on the Cadiz City Council.
Additionally, Jamus Redd, a Republican and currently a district judge for the 56th District Court that serves Caldwell, Livingston, Lyon and Trigg counties, has filed to campaign for circuit court judge in the 56th District.
Remaining candidates who have filed to run in the May primary include Republican Randle G. Cruse, for county surveyor; Democrat James E. Hughes, for jailer; and Democrat John Mark Vinson, running for coroner.
Lauren Fowler, a Republican, is being opposed by Republican James A. Kyler, in the campaign for property valuation administrator.
Ray Wyatt, a Republican, has filed to run for constable in District 2, and Republican John Oliphant is running for constable in District 3.
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So, I spent the weekend being busy instead of thinking about the “team builder” meetings we’re having this week, and the fact that I’ll meet my new boss for the first time tomorrow. Both these are stressful for me, but mostly the team building. What they think of as team building feels much more like fending them off and keeping my co-workers at a professional distance.
I went to bee on Saturday and was inspired to start something new, because there cannot be enough projects in the works, eh?
But, most of my weekend after that was spent on this quilt.
Saturday afternoon, I got it pin basted, using the very last inch of my batting stash. And, Sunday morning, I cleaned and oiled the Bernina and got to work. I got all the stability quilting in and then made a deal with myself that I’d FMQ the ditchwork around all those red jagged lines until I couldn’t see straight and then I’d work inside the blocks some, and then back to the ditch work. Oddly, I managed to knock it all out in one day, negating the deal I’d made with myself. This morning, I was able to start the feather wreaths that will be in each of the blocks.
I’m doing the echo work now.
After knocking out all the ditchwork, I felt like I needed a reward. And, I started something new.
One of the ladies at bee had hers finished and sandwiched and I was so inspired that I couldn’t help wanting to imitate it. I had the small stash of fabrics that I bought at the Chisholm Trail quilt show in the silent auction and thought they’d be perfect. And, they are.
I forgot how much I enjoy paper piecing. I drew my templates on freezer paper so I can follow my favorite method where the fabric is pressed to the paper for extra stability and it is not sewn through the paper, so there’s no effort at removal. It’s like ripping off a bandaid, without the anxiety about what you’ll see because you can see what there is to see from the front.
Everybody have a great Monday. I’m keeping my chin up and thinking calm thoughts of quilting and sewing and having real fun.


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The Alumni Venture Group (AVG), previously operating as Launch Angels, has settled allegations leveled by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as well as securities regulators in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. AVG is a Massachusetts LLC and its CEO Michael Collins is headquartered in New Hampshire.
AGG has been an active investor in many Fintechs, including blockchain firms. Its portfolio page is available here. Fintechs listed on their portfolio page include names like Algorand, BlockFi, Circle, Securrency, Embedded Financial, and more.
AVG claims to be the most active venture investor in the US in 202o with over 900 portfolio companies and 7500+ (accredited) investors. Different funds include thematic approaches like Blockchain requiring a minimum investment of $25,000 to $50,000. AVG apparently had $425 million under management.
According to the SEC document, the administrative action relates to “materially misleading statements and improper transactions by AVG … “regarding its collection of management fees and effecting inter-fund loans and cash transfers and loans from AVG to funds it advised.”
Additionally, the SEC claims that “AVG made inter-fund loans and cash transfers between the funds, and made loans to certain funds. These transactions violated the funds’ respective operating agreements regarding commingling of investor assets, and breached AVG’s fiduciary duties to the funds.”
The documents filed by both Massachusetts and New Hampshire echo the SEC’s claims.
The New Hampshire Bureau of Securities explained in a release:
“Among the facts stated in the settlement document is that AVG and Collins misled investors by representing to them that the fee it charged to manage investment funds would be “the industry standard of 2 and 20” which according to the settlement document “is generally understood to mean a 2 percent management fee for ten years plus a 20% share in profits on any profitable investments.” In reality, however, AVG’s actual practice was to assess and collect 10 years’ worth of the 2% annual management fee upfront at the time of the investor’s initial contribution. This practice amounted to an undisclosed interest-free loan to AVG from the funds it managed, and since bringing this issue to AVG’s attention, AVG has repaid the affected funds $4,791,401 in interest.”
The SEC used the following example to explain the fees charged by AVG:
“For example, if an investor contributed $100,000 to a Fund managed by AVG, AVG would immediately assess 20 percent, or $20,000, as its management fee for the expected life of the Fund. AVG typically drew and spent most or all of this $20,000 to pay expenses during the first year of the Fund’s operations.”
Reportedly, AVG CEO Collins distributed a letter to investors stating:
“[we are] pleased to inform you that Alumni Ventures has reached a mutual agreement with regulators regarding two compliance-related items brought to our attention from more than two years ago. The two issues raised include the appropriate documentation around AV’s short-term loans to venture funds (which were authorized in order to access time-sensitive venture deals) and the language describing management fees in some marketing materials, as well as some past-due state filings.”
He added that AGV is now in compliance:
“We have fully resolved both issues and view reaching agreement as a prudent step forward and part of our continued work in strengthening our compliance procedures and operating systems to best serve investors and all our stakeholders. Our current business practices and those of recent years are compliant with this framework, and we’re excited to continue bringing venture capital to many more accredited investors in a smart, simple way.”
Beyond a cease and desist from committing any future violations, the SEC requires AVG to pay a penalty in the amount of $700,000 to the SEC. Collins must pay a civil money penalty in the amount of $100,000 to the SEC. Penalties are also being paid to both the New Hampshire Bureau of Securities and the Massachusetts Securities Division as well.


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CITIBANK OFFICES IN GARDENA, CA
Citibank has 2 banking offices in Gardena, California. There are 17 more Citibank branches near Gardena within a radius of 10 miles. You can find other offices in neighbourhood locations such as Gardena, Bell Gardens, Culver City, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Park, Inglewood, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Rolling Hills Estates.
Locations of Citibank offices in Gardena are shown on the map below. You can scroll down the page for a list of all banking locations with addresses, hours, and phone numbers information. You can click any office name for more details.


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Pakka is a Paris-based music composer, producer and DJ. He began his musical journey in 2003 and he has reached several European charts with his past dance projects until 2010. On the four next years, he focused his works on trance and chill music and has been support by Black Hole Recordings with his song "The Light".
While on a 2019 summer vacation in Ibiza, Pakka was amazed by the beauty of the Es Vedra rock. The legend states this rock is an energy source and inspiration. Months later, Pakka returned with his deep new style and the track "Finally Here" that put him at the forefront of progressive house and deep melodic vibes production.
Influenced by melodic techno and progressive house, French producer creates emotional harmonies based on groove-infused house rhythms to deliver his emotions as he did on “One Aim“ and "Dripped in Blue". That melodic approach explodes into sounds in his music such as on his powerful remake of "Hold That Sucker Down“.
Pakka has received support from Ruben de Ronde, Korolova, Kristina Sky, Matt Fax, Dezza and many more. He's now up to propose his DJ set on worldwide venues and clubs !


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Registration of pesticides in BrazilJanuary 27, 2020
The registration of pesticides in Brazil has been released this type of product faster, thanks to measures taken to reduce bureaucracy since 2015. The result is: a considerable increase in registrations.
Compared to previous years, 2019 was higher in registration of pesticides and it tends to grow.
Licempre is a company specializing in regulatory matters and assists in consulting and advising on the registration of this product category.
Know all about the registration of pesticides in Brazil.
What are pesticides?
Pesticides are substances that can transform the composition of flora or fauna in order to avoid the harmful action of harmful beings.
According to current legislation, pesticides are products and agents of physical, chemical or biological processes. Used in the sectors of production, storage and processing of agricultural products, pastures, protection of forests, native or planted. As well as other ecosystems, urban environments, water and industrial.
Pesticides according to MAPA can be divided into two different categories, agricultural and non-agricultural.
- Agricultural: products that contain substances to be used exclusively in agricultural production, for example, substances to control diseases and pests.
- Non-agricultural: products considered non-agricultural are intended to protect ecosystems and native forests. Pesticides that are used in urban and public environments, industrial, formulated products and others granted by the Ministry of the Environment and Anvisa are also considered pesticides.
How is pesticide registration done?
Pesticides and related products can only be handled, produced, imported, or marketed in Brazil after undergoing the approval and certification of the responsible agencies in accordance with the Decree No. 4,074/2002.
The registration of pesticides involves three main agencies, namely MAPA – Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply, Anvisa – National Health Surveillance Agency and IBAMA – Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resources.
Each agency is responsible for a different matter to be evaluated according to the characteristics of the product as illustrated below.
What are the types of pesticide registration?
According to Anvisa there are several types of pesticide registration. See below:
SPECIAL TEMPORARY REGISTRATION FOR RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENTATION (RET) – the company that wishes to practice activities with pesticides (registrant) must initiate the procedure through the Temporary Special Registration application (RET), designed to assign the right to use a pesticide, component or the like for specific purposes in research and experimentation, for a period of 3 years, renewable for the same period.
TECHNICAL PRODUCT – product obtained directly from raw materials by chemical, physical or biological process, intended to obtain formulated products or pre-mixtures and whose composition contains a defined content of active ingredient and impurities, and may contain stabilizers and related products, such as isomers. Intended exclusively for industrial use.
TECHNICAL PRODUCT BY EQUIVALENCE – technical products from different manufacturers or from different manufacturing processes from the same manufacturer will be considered equivalent if the evaluation of the production process is used. The impurity profile and, if necessary, the evaluation of the toxicological / ecotoxicological profiles, meet the requirements described in Annex X to Decree No. 4074 of 2002.
PRE-MIX – product obtained from a technical product, through chemical, physical or biological processes, intended exclusively for the preparation of formulated products. The registration of pre-mixtures is necessary only for those cases in which the pre-mixture will be transported from one factory unit to another, being unnecessary if it is a stage of the formulation process within the same factory unit.
FORMULATED PRODUCT – is defined by Decree No. 4,074/2002 as the pesticide or the like obtained from a technical or pre-mixed product, through a physical process, or directly from raw materials through physical, chemical or biological processes. Those intended for agricultural use are registered by the Map for commercialization and used in agricultural environments.
BIOLOGICAL PRODUCT – living organism, naturally occurring or obtained by genetic manipulation, introduced into the environment, for the control of a population or biological activities of another living organism considered harmful.
MICROBIOLOGICAL PRODUCT – living organism, naturally occurring or obtained by genetic manipulation, introduced into the environment, for the control of a population or biological activities of another living organism considered harmful.
SEMIOCHEMICAL PRODUCT (Pheromones and Allelochemicals) – are those made up of chemical substances that evoke behavioral or physiological responses in the recipient organisms and that are used for the purpose of detection, monitoring and control of a population or biological activity of living organisms, which can be classified, depending on the action that they provoke, intra or interspecific, such as pheromones and allelochemicals, respectively.
FORMULATED BIOCHEMICAL PRODUCTS (hormones, growth regulators and enzymes) – are those made up of naturally occurring chemicals with a non-toxic mechanism of action, used to control diseases or pests as agents that promote chemical or biological processes, including: hormones, regulators growth and enzymes.
Agricultural production and pesticides in Brazil
Agricultural production in Brazil has undergone several changes, most of which are due to the advancement of technology that aims to control pests and diseases with less application of pesticides.
The effects of pesticides on the environment is still a matter of complex evaluation. Regardless of how the pesticide is applied, it can reach waters and soils due to wind and rainwater, which promote drift and leaching, problems well known to producers, that require attention.
In this way, all pesticides must pass the criteria and evaluation of three national agencies that are responsible for the protection of human health and the environment.
How to register pesticides with Licempre?
Licempre is a company specialized in regulatory matters and takes care of the entire registration process for both company and product.
The registration process is done with experienced professionals who will advise on everything that is necessary regarding the assessment, documentation and certification in the responsible agencies, which makes the process practical and efficient.
Clarify any doubts with our specialists, and register without worrying.

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Pallet handling is one of the major activities that happen in an ordinary warehouse. As much as it may sound easy, selecting the best pallet roller track can determine how easy the entire exercise will be in the warehouse. The rollers are specifically designed to make the entire process of pallet handling easier. In most cases, they are usually used together with the pallet ramp option so that the exercise of loading and unloading is easier.
Majority of these rollers are made of zinc plated steel, which is a more durable material. This is a strong material that makes these rollers strong and durable. As such, the rollers are able to handle even heavier loads with a capacity ranging from 80-120 kgs. The transport of pallets to conveyors is done by pallet roller track. With the wide variety of these tracks available in the market, you can opt for durable ones that are also versatile. It makes it possible to transport pallets at right angles or when they are parallel in line with the direction of their respective skids. Far from that, their application in live storage system is also important. They are usually integrated alongside pallet separators and brake conveyor rollers.
Maintenance of the system
As usual, it is important to do proper maintenance on your pallet roller rack. This is the only way to achieve a warehouse that safe and comfortable for workers. Lest you forget, proper maintenance also helps to prevent the pallet rack from losing its stability and strength. In the end, you will be able to avoid frequent replacement and avoid unnecessary costs. Moreover, the structural integrity of the system should not be compromised under any circumstances. This is the reason why random safety checks should be performed so that all the other parts function properly. In the end, the roller tracks and wheel beds will be able to flow efficiently and remain on the track when there is movement.
Safety when loading and unloading
Pallets are usually loaded from one side of the system. They then move to the other end where the unloading happens. As such, placing the pallets on the rack system should be done carefully so that it does not collide with other parts such as the frame. This will help to avoid any damages that can occur to the product being handled. Operators are advised to be careful and well trained in order to avoid such incidences. Moreover, the unloading should be done carefully and slowly so as to avoid further damages.
Pallet roller tracks remain the ideal and most economical solution when it comes to pallet transportation in the warehouse. As long as you purchase durable and original tracks made of quality material, their service life will be long and maintenance will be cheaper.


Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele has disclosed that the rising crude oil theft in the Niger Delta region has made it difficult to grant foreign exchange to aviation operators.
Emefiele disclosed this on Monday, during a House of Reps meeting between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), discussing ways of resolving the issues lamented by the airline operators of Nigeria which almost led to a shut down of operations.
He added that the CBN will not grant any concession to the airline operators because it would amount to giving subsidy to aviation operators.
Reacting to calls by the airline operators to reduce the cost of aviation fuel, the CBN Governor said, “oil theft in the Niger Delta was exacerbating the unavailability of foreign exchange.”
He added that the CBN had no foreign exchange for airline operators and that since the landing cost of aviation fuel was N460 per litre, the price would come to N550 per litre at the pump. He added that the Bank would not grant any concession because it would amount to giving subsidy to aviation operators.
“I compelled some fuel marketers to take the loss and to sell aviation fuel at N480 per litre after getting a call from the Chief of Staff to the President that the operators were planning a strike and I promised to intervene,’’ Emefiele said.
Also speaking on the matter, the GMD of the NNPC, Mele Kyari said aviation fuel cannot have a fixed price because it is a deregulated product.
“It is our role to ensure we intervene. We did. We brought in products so that we can dampen the price. In March and April, we brought in cargo and made it available to the entire industry at N460.
“There is a build-up to that price. When the customer takes marine at N435, he has to transport, he has to the charter vessel, bring it to his depot, to his fuel station and transport it. So there cannot be two same prices in Lagos and Maiduguri.
“We cannot fix the price. We cannot ask for N500. We cannot say it must be below N600 or N700,” Kyari stated.
Recall that Nairametrics reported in march that the crisis between oil marketers and airline operators was halted after the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), and the National Assembly brokered an interim agreement among Oil marketers and Airline operators to allow the latter to import cheaper fuel.
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The agreement between US West Coast dockers and liner and port interests will not lead to the mass return of cargo to West Coast terminals, either this year or in the medium-term, according to leading shipping and retail experts.
The uncertainty around negotiations prompted many shippers in the Transpacific lane to route cargo to US East Coast and Gulf Coast ports, and even via Mexico and Canada.
However, on the latest episode of the Dimerco-sponsored Freight Buyers Club podcast, Jessica Dankert, Vice President Supply Chain for the Retail Industry Leaders Association, (RILA), said the deal was too late to affect significant volumes in 2023. Also, large volumes of imports have already been assigned to container services calling at US East and Gulf Coasts terminals.
“I honestly don’t think that all of that volume is going to head back to the West Coast,” she said. “The uncertainty around the labor negotiations was certainly part of those decisions of that migration of the cargo volumes to the East and Gulf Coast, but it wasn’t the only factor that was playing into that.”
Dankert cited infrastructure shortfalls at West Coast terminals and inland, as well as faster population growth in the US in more eastern and southern States.
“The majority of the US population is in the East,” she added. “A lot of that volume had been shifting even before the pandemic, so it’s not a new thing necessarily driven by the [labor contract negotiations] or the uncertainty around that.
“I think some of [the container volume] comes back, but some of it doesn’t.”


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Chicago Songwriters Alliance hosts a night of singer/songwriters!
This is a SINGER'S SPOTLIGHT so it will be a fun eclectic mix of folks performing!
Sounds Like: John Prine, Jimmie Rodgers, Woody Guthrie, Townes Van Zandt, Hank Williams
Bio: Aaron Mitchell was born and raised in Ft. Lupton, Colorado and migrated to Chicago in 98. He's spent over 13 years playing music solo as a singer/songwriter as well as with mutliple bands: formerly with The Black Velvet Band and currently with the newly reunited Dirty Green. Aaron's distinct voca...See Full Bio
Hey there! Got some new solos recordings posted on reverbnation. Looking forward to releasing a new CD within the next month or so!

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As an addict, it’s easy to get caught up in our own problems. Addiction can be a lonely and frightening experience. But the truth is that if you’re willing to ask for help, you can begin the process of breaking free from addiction.
DBT means “Dialectic Behavioural Therapy.” Click on CBT and DBT to learn how each therapy helps to challenge the mind. So, humility can connect you with others and at a deep level to encourage How to Choose a Sober House: Tips to Focus on growth. When times get rough, they can reach out for the support and help needed. Hence, they are less likely to relapse in those times due to the strength of their humility.
The Principles of the Twelve Steps: Humility
However, they often use arrogance as a shield to protect them from feelings. Once those struggling with substance abuse lower a notch, they may realize that they have an issue. At this time, they may be in a better place to handle their struggles. Steps 8 and 9 are referenced by AA members as the “making up” steps of the program. These steps require humility to admit how one has harmed others and ask them now how to set the matter right. Be Teachable – The key to any kind of wisdom is to be teachable.
Enjoying life will make it that much easier to accept the challenges that do come as and when they arise. These activities are part of the process to letting go in recovery. It’s the state of not thinking you are better than others. It’s https://goodmenproject.com/everyday-life-2/top-5-tips-to-consider-when-choosing-a-sober-house-for-living/ also the willingness to deal with things that come up in recovery. Humility manifests itself through learning and admitting your mistakes and shortcomings. Service and being of help to others form an important principle in recovery.
Be Humble Day: Humility and Recovery (Be Humble Day is Feb
You know that your higher power knows and you know what you have done kindly and that’s enough. Thus, recovery is about dispatching or sending the ego off. This will involve learning to be humble and patient with the self and others. It means replacing a life of fear for a life of love. One can feel a wounded ego by the way it manifests itself in life.
Humility in recovery is an essential foundation for a better life. For instance, it provides us with the willingness to surrender our ego and false pride. It also provides the courage to show our vulnerable side and admit to the problem of addiction. Humility gives us the willingness to ask for help and guidance from others and to practice trust beyond ourselves. It enables us to see the need for and to embrace change. Humility connects us to others through the expression of our humanity and is a bridge to freedom from our self-imposed isolation.
Humility And Recovery
There is an intimate relationship between ego and addiction. Addiction was also the result of a festering ego wound. Left untreated, the chaos of addiction would bring certain demise. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution.
- Humility, pride’s polar opposite, gets to the root of this need to be in control and do it all on one’s own.
- Humility is sometimes seen as a person lacking in self-confidence.
- Refusing to admit that we are powerless, to acknowledge our failures to others, or to rely on God, are the very kinds of brash self-assurance that lead to misadventure in the next drink or drug.
- When addicts fail to accept their mistakes, they’re lost.
- Have you heard people in recovery talk about practicing humility?
In the context of Step 7 (see below), women in AA often speak of learning to care for themselves, speak for themselves, and of not depending on how others—and men in particular—evaluate them. This is an area for future gender research in AA studies. In the 12 steps, “…the desire to seek and do God’s will” is the essential ingredient. Unless, the essential concept of “humility” is clarified and enlarged in modern AA culture, this vital glue will become lost in translation. In a nutshell, humility is the honest desire to seek and do God’s will; nothing more and nothing less. But, in sobriety, recovery gives addicts the opportunity to be productive and useful.
We can think of humility as a spiritual calling, too. Steps 1 through 3 focus on admitting powerlessness over alcohol and reliance on a Higher Power of one’s own understanding. A life propelled by self-will has failed, leaving open the door for open-mindedness in relying on God.
- Delay discounting is when people’s desires decrease over time.
- If you or a loved one is suffering from an addiction and need help entering into recovery then we are here to offer help in any way we can.
- These attitudes are the essential HOW that we need in recovery.
- Our values make us the best addiction treatment facility in the region.
I was prepared to do whatever it would take to get well because hospitalisation, albeit brief, was the culmination of years of “loss of control” drinking. But I have to admit that I was not ready to pay attention to the stories of others. We view humility or modesty as the opposite of pride. There is nothing wrong with a sense of pride in one’s achievements, of course. We can take satisfaction from having done something well – passing exams, raising a family, getting promoted at work, for example.
When it comes to moving past addiction, it is not enough to learn what humbleness is. It is necessary to embrace humbleness as a part of recovery. Here are some of the benefits that humility can provide. Yet Lobdell also points out Lutheran influences on AA’s understanding of humility (via the Oxford Group) as complete and unconditional submission of the human will. You may need to accept a lower-paying job than you have in the past and agree to live in a halfway house because you still need accountability and supervision.
How powerful is humility?
Humility is proven to be a powerful personality trait. It can boost work performance, improve the quality of our relationships, and even support mental wellbeing in the face of adversity. It's therefore paradoxical that this personality trait is so woefully under-recognised.
Missing out on this leaves the narcissist at the mercy of ego. Once again, this leads back to addiction because it’s about fulfilling personal needs. Delay discounting is when people’s desires decrease over time.
An Authentic Attitude of Gratitude
It’s not uncommon to want to “recover” from addiction as quickly as possible. While a speedy recovery would be nice, overcoming the effects of addiction entails a process that can be lengthy for some. Today’s hectic lifestyle can be wrought with stress and pressure to succeed or just to survive from day to day. Even those with little to no financial worries may experience pressure to maintain and keep what they have.
Instead of feeling sorry for ourselves, we should feel gratitude to be alive. We should feel grateful for what we have, for what we have overcome, for our family, for our friends, for our recovery. We should feel thankful for what we have to offer to the world and the people around us.

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Church security teams are drawing new scrutiny after armed congregants last week killed a gunman who killed two people during church services in Texas.
The Associated Press reported on two churches in Nebraska that have established armed security teams to protect worship services.
The security teams at First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff and at Northfield Church in Gering have been in place for more than two years.
“If you would have asked me even 10 years ago if we would have armed security in our church, I would have told you no," said Chris Smith, who leads the security team at one of the churches, First Baptist Church in Scottsbluff.
“Unfortunately, it’s not the 1950s anymore.”
Northfield Church in Gering was the other church with a security team. The pastor asked retired Army veteran Bart Bartels to lead it, according to the AP.
“We look at it as more as we hope we never have an active shooter," Bartels said. "We pray it is something that will never happen, but we are prepared in any case. In today’s environment, you just don’t know.”
Smith and Bartels refer to their security teams as “ministries,” no different than other ministry efforts done by the church members who volunteer for the choir, to teach children or perform other functions connected to the church.
“We have a small number of people who are very focused on that (security),” Smith said. “We have people who are singing, people who are leading worship service, we want people who are just focused on that. We don’t want them to have to focus on security stuff, too.”
Bartels wasn’t looking for “trigger happy, gun-toting fanatics” for his security team, according to the AP.
“We wanted people who were still personable, but wanting to defend other people, if need be,” he said.
The First Baptist Church security team works inconspicuously, the AP reported.
“Everyone in the church knows, because those will be the people walking the halls or monitoring the doors, but an outsider who is in the church is not going to know.” Smith said.
He explained that the church had been advised not to clearly identify security personnel.
“We don’t want them to be targets by someone who comes in off the street.”
Not just anyone can legally carry a firearm into a church. It’s a violation of Nebraska statute to carry a weapon into a church and concealed carry permit holders are advised of that law, as well as other prohibited places, during certification courses. In order to carry concealed in a church, a person must be a documented member of a security team.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.


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Following reports that a man was shot in Londonderry because he owned a shop selling legal highs, BBC News Online examines how readily available these drugs are in Northern Ireland and also looks into the possible dangers they pose.
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It used to be that any teenager in Northern Ireland who wanted to get high had to first of all work out where to find something to take.
Now, however, due to the internet and shops openly selling legal drugs, which mirror the effects of some banned substances, the problem of supply has been all but removed.
Most cities and larger towns in the province have at least one so-called head shop.
For those people who do not know what a head shop is, let alone what it sells, they are the ones on the high street painted in Rastafarian colours whose window displays usually centre around bongs and other weird and wonderful devices.
Government legislation banned these shops from selling several substances, including GBL, BZP and herbal mixtures such as Spice, at the end of last year.
Scientists, officials and police officers have been concerned for several years that these drugs, had been sold openly across Britain and on the internet, despite some evidence that they can be harmful to health.
Anyone caught in possession of these drugs now faces the possibility of a two-year jail sentence.
Experts are concerned that manufacturers are simply tweaking the chemical make-up of these substances and rebranding them.
One drug in particular which drug awareness groups and health officials are growing increasingly concerned about is Mephedrone.
Mephedrone is sold as a white powder which is usually snorted in a similar way to cocaine and has effects similar to amphetamines and ecstasy.
It is also found in capsules and pills or can be dissolved in a liquid and in very rare cases it can be injected.
Mephedrone is already illegal in Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Israel, and is a controlled drug in Germany.
A recent BBC investigation found the drug on sale under various names in several "head shops" in Belfast, Londonderry and numerous other towns across Northern Ireland.
These shops were not breaking the law by selling the drug, provided they check that whoever is buying it is over 18.
Mephedrone is sold over the counter and is labelled as either bath salts or plant food.
It also carries a health warning advising that it is not fit for human consumption and has been linked to a number of deaths.
One user, who wished to remain anonymous, said he and his friends took the drug because they believe it to be safer than illegal narcotics.
"Unlike cocaine and ecstasy, mephedrone is pure and doesn't come mixed with household products," he said.
"I've only taken it a few times but every time I have, the buzz has kept me up all night and well into the next morning.
"It is quite addictive and the majority of my mates have been taking it most weekends."
Karl Williams, from FASA a drug awareness charity based in west Belfast, said many users also shared the opinion that the drug had no bad side effects.
"It is so readily available, young people can get their hands on it," he said.
"I think the concern as well is when you hear the term legal high, you tend to think its legal, it must be safe, let's try it, and that is not the case."
The owner of a head shop in Derry said he decided to stop selling mephedrone after staff in the shop were threatened by people who had taken the drug.
The man, who did not want to reveal his identity, also said he thought the drug should be banned.
"It isn't illegal to sell this stuff and I sold them because there was high demand," he said.
"People were coming into the shop and asking if we had them so we started selling them.
"Business for it was very good, come the weekends it was hectic.
"But it just started to get too much hassle.
"One member of staff was threatened by someone who was drunk and taking highs.
"So I stopped selling it out of concern for the reputation of the shop and safety of the staff."
Victoria Creasy, from the Public Health Agency, said they had received reports of children as young as 14 using the drug.
"If we are always following the drugs, the legislation comes after we have shown them to be dangerous and that may be too late from some people," she said.
"We need to be looking at other kinds of legislation.
"My understanding is that there is something in the US called emergency scheduling so that whereby as soon as a new drug appears it can be made illegal straight away while they find new evidence.
"So you are not waiting to find out that it is dangerous.
"I think we do need to start looking at that."
The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs has said it is reviewing mephedrone as a priority and is expected to decide later this year whether or not the law should be changed.
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Rockwell Collins ESA Vision Systems (RCEVS), a joint venture between Israel's Elbit Systems and Rockwell Collins, will incorporate the Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System II (JHMCS II) helmet-mounted display into the Republic of Korea Air Force's F-16 fighter aircraft. The value of the contract was not disclosed. In a statement announcing the deal
, Elbit said the new system will give South Korea's F-16 operators with "enhanced situational awareness during day and night missions with immediate and accurate visor-projected display of friendly, threat, and unknown targets. The JHMCS II Night Vision Goggle (NVG) and Digital Eyepiece (DEP) solution allows pilots to easily convert from day to night operations by using one hand while airborne and without removing the helmet. With the JHMCS II NVG/DEP night solution, pilots are able to fly with HMD symbology during both day and night missions." RCEVS will also supply the F-35 Helmet Mounted Display System. In 2016, it was announced that 35 of Seoul's Block 32 fighters were successfully upgraded
to include new AESA radar and the ability to launch more advanced munitions.
In July 2009, The Korea Times reported that ROKAF was looking to upgrade its F-16C/D fleet’s radar and armament, as part of the 2010-2014 arms acquisition and management package submitted to President Lee Myung-bak for approval.
Under the Peace Bridge II and II deals, The ROKAF bought 140 “KF-16” Block 52 fighters, which were assembled in Korea between 1994-2004 under a $5.5 billion licensing agreement. Key upgrades to this fleet will include new radars to replace the existing APG-68v5/v7 systems, modern avionics and computers, and upgrades of the planes’ cabling and databuses to MIL-STD-1760. The centerpiece AESA radar competition has a winner now, and South Korea has picked its contractor for the overall upgrade program. Now the effort is turning that into binding contracts, and beginning the upgrade process. Other countries within the region and beyond are interested in similar high-value F-16 upgrade programs, so the ROk’s experiences will be watched carefully.


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Purchase of VFW Post 280 facility is the 'first test' of Opportunity Campus plan
Columbia's unsheltered population will have a consistent place to stay this winter after the city's expected purchase of the former VFW Post 280 facility.
The city was scheduled to close on the property Friday, city spokesperson Sydney Olsen told the Tribune that morning. The official closing was not confirmed by press time.
The building, located at 1509 Ashley St., is envisioned to serve as the test bed for Voluntary Action Center's plans to create an unsheltered resident Opportunity Campus, which likely will be at a nearby property on the Business Loop. VAC is in the process of purchasing that property from Sixth Ward council member Betsy Peters.
"This is (a chance) to move a step forward. It is not the final solution, but it is a piece of the process that will hopefully be impactful for our neighbors," said De'Carlon Seewood, city manager, during this week's Columbia City Council meeting. "This is our first test to see what exactly is needed to operate the Opportunity Campus."
The cost of the VFW property is approximately $865,000, excluding closing costs and fees. The city has an agreement with the VFW allowing it to remain as an occupant through Nov. 27.
The first new organization to use the building will be Room at the Inn from the Columbia Interfaith Resource Center. This winter shelter operates 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., providing a simple meal, a place to sleep for the night and other resource access for Columbia's unsheltered.
Between the closing and Nov. 27, the city will work on heating, ventilation and air conditioning repairs and upgrades. Any other upgrades, such as to bathrooms or installation of security cameras, will come later.
Most community members who have spoken publicly support the property's use as a temporary shelter location. However, there were detractors who consider the city's purchase of the property a Band-Aid, moving associated issues from one part of town to another.
Marjorie Lewis, representing Julie Napier who lives near the VFW property, expressed Napier and others feel like the city made decisions before receiving approval from the council. Lewis also made note of incidents that previously occurred on Napier's land, which is wooded.
Resident Dani Perez expressed concern over the language used in reference to the unsheltered by other speakers.
"The trash issue is a Columbia issue, not a homeless issue. The drug issue is an issue because we are not compassionate about mental health illnesses and we do not have a good health care system to give people access," she said, adding homelessness takes many forms.
The city likely will come to the council to ask for an allocation of nearly $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding for further upgrades to the facility. These upgrades are not critical to Room at the Inn operations.
There is potential for the facility's continued use over the summer months and as a soup kitchen, possibly moving Turning Point and Loaves & Fishes operations from Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church to the VFW location.
The city plans to add an additional bus stop at the VFW location so those who utilize the facility have that option, Seewood said, responding to a concern expressed during public comment. The city is working with organizations such as 4-A-Change on case management as well as neighboring businesses on safety and security concerns, he added.
In addition to the VFW purchase, the city has entered an agreement with Turning Point for it to operate as an overnight warming center this coming winter when temperatures drop to 25 degrees or below.
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Florida Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Jim Steverson has come up with some elaborate and controversial methods for making state parks financially self-sustaining. He and his predecessor have proposed cattle leases, hunting, commercial RV parks and commercial logging. However, if Steverson is truly interested in making Florida’s award-winning state park system financially sustainable and not trying to simply undermine the conservation community, there’s a simple, time-tested way to accomplish this. All you have to do is raise admission fees. State… Read More »
A Ledger Blog
Reporter Tom Palmer discusses the environment in Polk and beyond.
Now that the first bear hunt in decades is over, serious efforts are under way to to address one of the issues that affected the politics of pushing for the hunt this year. That involves working to reduce human-bear conflicts by making residential areas less enticing to hungry bears. The Orlando Sentinel reports the Seminole County Commission is scheduled to consider regulations that would encourage–but not require–bear-proof garbage containers in residential areas west of Interstate 4 in the Wekiva River… Read More »
A film depicting the latest trek through Florida’s wilds by the Florida Corridor Expedition will air Thursday night at 8 on WUSF TV. The film is titled “The Forgotten Coast: Return To Wild Florida.” It premiered recently to a sold out crowd at Tampa Theatre. WUSF will also air the film Saturday at 6 p.m. The film chronicles the 1,000-mile, 70-day journey that began in Polk County at the headwaters of the Everglades traveled through the Green Swamp and northwest… Read More »
During a recent visit to the Florida Keys I tried to do something I’d neglected in the past. I attempted to visit as many of the state parks as I could to get a better sense of what they have to offer. My main destination was Bahia Honda State Park to look for butterflies that had been reported a week or so before my visit. Bahia Honda was once one of the last bastions of the endangered Miami blue butterfly,… Read More »
Florida’s Save the Manatee Club ) is rolling out new education programs to raise awareness and to foster a new generation of manatee conservationists in connection with Manatee Awareness Month.. The club’s new Livestream Education Program, currently under development, uses Internet technologies to bring information about manatees at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City north of Orlando to school classes worldwide. Hundreds of manatees congregate during the winter months at this natural fresh-water spring that flows to the St.… Read More »
THE results of this year’s black bear hunt certainly surprised a lot of people, myself included. I and others had incorrectly predicted that without dogs and bait, the success rate might be low. In reality, the 3,778 permit holders were so successful the planned one-week hunt turned into a two-day hunt. Part of the success was a lot of scouting by people who had access to private land. They seemed to have a good idea where and when bears were moving, so it… Read More »
I’ve been writing about my travels around Florida looking for interesting butterflies. It’s a great recreational pastime, but there’s a serious aspect to it as well. As I’ve written before there are a number of uncommon butterfly species in Florida, some of whose ranges are poorly known. That’s where amateur observers like myself and some of my fellow enthusiasts come in. The efforts have been documented in scientific papers I read recently. There are 28 species whose locations are tracked… Read More »
Local birdwatcher Cole Fredericks will be leading four field trips to the Lake Hancock Treatment Wetlands in coming months. This area is not open to the public, so this is the only opportunity to visit this site, which has produced 160 species of birds so far at various times of years. Space is limited to 40 participants. Reservations are required. There is no fee. The trip dates are: Dec. 6, Jan. 10, Jan. 23 and Feb. 7. To reserve a… Read More »
This just in. An announcement arrived today from Tallahassee that its State Forest Awareness Month, which is an occasion to realize that there are state forests in your community and to visit them. Polk has the units of Lake Wales Ridge State Forest, which offer camping, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, picnicking, paddling, hunting and nature study on several units in the Lake Wales-Froztproof area. If you haven’t been there, check it out.
Polk County and the rest of Florida has an amazing variety of hiking and paddling trails for outdoor enthusiats to enjoy.\ The trail system is getting an extra boost this month with the proclamation of October at Greenways and Trails Month. There are some special events planned, which you can check out at this link. In addition, there are plenty of places where you can plan your own trip either solo or with friends or family. This is a good… Read More »


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Boston French Film Festival at MFA in JULY
Allons au cinéma! The Boston French Film Festival returns next month with a three-week showcase of new films, including Benoît Jacquot’s touching and tense love triangle 3 Hearts, featuring star-studded performances by Benoît Poelvoorde, Catherine Deneuve, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and Chiara Mastroianni. Also screening is the hit politically incorrect comedy about stereotypes and marriage, Serial (Bad) Weddings. In the thrilling Next Time I’ll Aim for the Heart, police track a French serial killer—with astonishing results. Flaubert’s classic Madame Bovary receives a cheeky retelling in the rom-com Gemma Bovery. And stay up-to-date on all our screenings—follow @MFABostonFilm on Twitter.
22 years after the events of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar now features a dinosaur adventure park, Jurassic World, as originally envisioned by John Hammond. This new park is owned by the Patel Corporation. Owen (Chris Pratt), a member of Jurassic World's on-site staff, conducts behavioral research on the Velociraptors. Jurassic World's attendance rates begin to decline and a new attraction, created to re-spark visitor interest, backfires.
Love and Mercy
Brian Wilson, the leader of the Beach Boys, writes more than 15 Top 40 hit singles including the groundbreaking 1966 "Pet Sounds" album before suffering a nervous breakdown during the making of its follow-up album "Smile." He struggles with mental illness, but Brian manages to persevere as an artist with the love and support of his wife Melinda.
Movie star Vincent Chase (Adrian Grenier), together with his boys, Eric (Kevin Connolly), Turtle (Jerry Ferrara) and Johnny (Kevin Dillon), are back…and back in business with super agent-turned-studio head Ari Gold (Jeremy Piven). Some of their ambitions have changed, but the bond between them remains strong as they navigate the capricious and often cutthroat world of Hollywood.
Infinitely Polar Bear
While most fathers spend their days at work, CAM STUART (Mark Ruffalo) is more likely to be found mushroom-hunting, cooking elaborate meals, or working on one of his many half-completed projects. His family's wealth keeps his family just barely afloat, while Cam struggles to live with manic depression. When Cam has a manic breakdown that lands him in a mental hospital, his wife MAGGIE (Zoe Saldana) and their two young daughters, AMELIA and FAITH, are forced to leave their house in the country and move into a cramped apartment in Cambridge, where Maggie tries to find a decent job, with no luck.
(All movie reviews from www.movieinsider.com)


In a number of federal agencies, the promise of Web 2.0 is already being realized. Wikis are fostering collaboration in the Pentagon and the Intelligence Community. Citizens are finding new means of getting information, and providing feedback. And yet, many of the features of Web 2.0 are not yet available to many people whose interests are protected by federal regulation.
“Section 508″ is the portion of the 1998 Rehabilitation Act, approved by Congress, which mandates that all Federal websites, and other information technology resources, be made readily available to those with disabilities. The solutions for existing websites built around known standards as HTML 3.0, cascading style sheets, and java script include braille readers that provide on-the fly translation of web pages and special text to speech translators. But now comes the next generation of resources known as Web 2.0.
It’s sexy, it’s cool, it’s different, but using Web 2.0 absolutely has to be connected to your agency’s mission.
As someone who lives daily with hearing loss, Amanda Sweden, the Section 508 coordinator for the Environmental Protection Agency, knows how important it is for an agency’s internet based resources to be accessible by those with a disability. She told the recent GSA IDEAS 2008 conference that she is concerned that web managers, for now, don’t have the tools needed to insure that the new Web 2.0 resources which stress collaboration, comply with Section 508
If we provide a wiki environment or a blog where the public can interact, then where does our responsibility end? Section 508 doesn’t say where our responsibility ends. What happens when we’re collaborating with a State agency, which is not covered by Section 508, where does our responsibility end?
The EPA has drafted a whitepaper outlining steps it is taking to insure its web resources are Section 508 compliant. Meanwhile, the discussion that ensued about Web 2.0 and Section 508 at the IDEAS conference revealed many questions, but very few answers.
To put it all in perspective, we spoke to EPA Program Analyst Kol Peterson, another panelist at the conference, who offered his own assessment.
A lot of these tools are tools that are emerging right now – videosharing, podcasting, widgets, web conferencing, mashups, rss… I’m imagining that two years from now, there will be five times as many useful tools.
Peterson told FederalNewsRadio that when it comes to videos, for example, the EPA whitepaper notes that there’s software under development that allows for captioning, something dictated by Section 508.
He also believes that making Web 2.0 applications conform to Section 508 offers a for-profit-opportunity for some company that wants to create applications to help government websites become compliant with the law.


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I’m new to the forums and recently got the game off Steam and loving my experience so far. Just wanted to offer some suggestions in improving the UI as I’ve found performing some tasks can get a little to repetitive. Apologies in advance if these have been already suggested and/or suggested.
First, I’ve found that mousing over the tool tip of a smaller ship wedged between two other larger ships can get a little difficult on the deployment screen:
Here we can see that I’ve been having trouble trying to see the tool tip for the smaller cruiser as sometimes I need to know the exact type and version of a ship.
Next is changing the way we select orders already been assigned, as I find clicking each individual order to adjust it (unless I missed something) and so forth can get a little bit repetitive:
Instead there would be red arrows (just placement art) on each order assigned so the user is able to jump between the orders with relative ease but I know this can be harder to design and code when coming to saving/deleting orders as well as assigning orders that are incompatible with each other. You could add a [Previous], [Next] button but I think with the real estate given it would be harder to implement without alternating each button for each specific order.
The next is just a minor issue during combat for the specific scenario ‘Gravity Well’ and the side bar displaying each ships health status. We can see below that the red background does clash with the status of the ship, making it hard to see what the current status of each ship is, especially when it is damaged. This could be just my brightness settings though.
Finally, just some extra feedback to the user during battle with the box showing the overall percentage of the fleet left in battle:
By adding this, we are able to see the amount of cruisers, frigates and fighters (depending if they are deployed) are left in battle compared to the overall that were deployed. This is especially helpful when people like to deploy dozens (if not hundreds) of ships and trying to keep track how many they’ve lost is much harder when relying on the one percentage for the overall fleet. This would also probably mean slightly adjusting font sizes and so on.
Anyway, just wanted to put a few things out there and again, I am loving this game

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