Irvin Mayfield bond set at 25K after indictment for theft of public funds
NEW ORLEANS, LA (WVUE) - A federal judge on Thursday set a $25,000 bond for New Orleans jazz trumpeter Irvin Mayfield, who, along with his business partner, was indicted for allegedly stealing more than $1 million of public funds.
If convicted, Mayfield and Ronald Markham face five to 20 years in prison. Last year, a federal grand jury indicted the pair on 19 counts, including money laundering and wire fraud.
In Federal Court Thursday, both pleaded not guilty.
The federal grand jury indictment accuses the two men of funneling more than $1 million from the New Orleans Public Library Foundation to the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra. The men are accused of spending tens of thousands of dollars on hotel stays in New York and purchasing a 24-karat gold-plated trumpet for $15,000. The indictment says Mayfield in Markham also used that money to pay themselves a $100,000 annual salary.
Mayfield's attorney says he is trying to get the entire indictment dismissed due to information he says has been leaked to the media.
"It's the tip of the iceberg though," said attorney Claude Kelly. "This indictment, this prosecution is tainted from the outset here. It's a miscarriage of justice that no citizen - much less someone like Irvin Mayfield who has devoted his whole life since Katrina to this city - deserves."
Kelly did not talk about the charges his client faces.
"I've always known Irvin to be an ambassador for the city, putting the city in a good light, and it's really unfortunate to see him in this particular situation," criminal defense attorney Bobby Hjortsberg said.
Hjortsberg attended the arraignment. He believes it will be difficult for Kelly to have the the charges against his client dismissed.
"Anytime you're in federal court it's very serious. [Mayfield] can expect a long battle going forward," Hjortsberg said. "When you're taking money from people and you're supposed to be using it for the library and then you're using it for what they allege personal gain. That's obviously not what it was intended for and that's a criminal act."
A pretrial conference is set for February, and the initial court date for the case is March 12.
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You know those recurring dreams
That keep coming at you! Over and over
Same runs, same fears, and same startled waking-up
That loop of seeking a way out
And failing, and then rinse-and-repeat?
What’s up with that?
Why do we keep running around in circles
Not even being honest with ourselves
Even if the cuts run deep?
Especially if they run deep.
I’ve been chasing truth and love
For such a long time.
And then there’s the biggest lie
That „love is not real”, insidious lie
Where I’m crumpled over myself
Clutching my heart that’s broken
And that fail, and the rinse-and-repeat.
And just wondering where to run this time
It all makes me so tired and sad
And just unable to carry on.
It takes courage to face those cuts
Those fears and missing pieces of yourself
Takes something from you
But really also adds to you.
That shine in your eyes
When you dare to exist thru the pain
And dare to hope that you’ll thrive
Even if you’re still holding
Bits and pieces of yourself in your hands.
So take that punch in your gut
And make it do something for you
Make it become a starting point.
Make losing that love and that hope
Make that hole in your soul
Mean something. For you.
For your future kids.
For your surroundings.
Face yourself, and be a victor.
Make something new, but better.
Live, love. Don’t ever lie.

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Drunk assaulted pub bouncer after refusing to wear a face mask
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A drunken man who assaulted a bouncer at a Sudbury pub while being escorted from the premises for not wearing a face mask has been fined.
Liam Russell, 31, had been drinking at the Grover and Allen pub in North Street, Sudbury, on June 13, 2021, when two members of security staff were informed he was causing problems in the toilets and not wearing a face mask.
The two female door supervisors then advised Russell he needed to wear a face mask, but he refused and became abusive, at which time he was told to leave.
One of the members of security staff was pushed and then kicked to the leg as Russell was removed from the pub, Suffolk Magistrates' Court heard.
Police were called but Russell remained outside the pub and was described as shouting and acting in an aggressive manner.
Officers arrived at the scene and found Russell heavily intoxicated and were unable to reason with him, Stephen Munton, prosecuting, told the court.
Russell, of Stanley Wood Avenue, Sudbury, was arrested and while restrained he continued to shout and was placed into the back of a police van.
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He then spat in the back of the van on a number of times despite being told not to, and was further arrested for criminal damage.
In police interview, Russell accepted he was drunk when he arrived at the pub before having further drinks, and could recall his behaviour.
Appearing before magistrates in Ipswich on Thursday, Russell pleaded guilty to assault by beating, criminal damage and being drunk and disorderly in a public place.
Malcolm Plummer, mitigating, said family bereavements in Russell's past led him to get "extremely drunk" on the night in question.
"He would like to formally apologise to the lady in question. That was in a struggle as he was taken out of the premises, I don't think it was a full blown kick at her, it was just she got kicked in the scuffle," Mr Plummer told magistrates.
Russell also admitted in police interview that on a drunken scale of one to 10, he was a 10, Mr Plummer added.
Magistrates fined Russell £120 for the assault, £40 for the criminal damage and £40 for the drunk and disorderly offence.
He was also ordered to pay £100 in compensation to the victim of the assault, £50 in court costs and a victim surcharge of £34.

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Scientists are hoping to exploit the electrical properties of DNA as the foundation for nanoscale biosensors capable of detecting disease-causing DNA damage or mutations. Work by the California Institute of Technology’s Jacqueline Barton, Ph.D., suggests that cells naturally use the electrical conductance properties of double-stranded DNA to signal to repair proteins in the event of damage, and that this could be turned into a diagnostic platform.
It has long been recognized that the double-stranded helical structure of DNA is similar to that of solid-state materials used in transistors and other electrical components. The bases in a DNA ‘wire’ are essentially stacked on top of each other, and could thus feasibly be capable of conducting electricity. The flow of electrons from one end of a DNA molecule to another has now been demonstrated by Dr. Barton’s team, and although this electrical conductance was effected along a stretch of DNA that was just 34 nanometers long, such tiny lengths of DNA could be ideal as the basis for diagnostic sensors capable of detecting disease-causing DNA damage or mutations.
Dr. Barton likens the arrangement of bases in DNA to a stack of copper pennies. “When in good condition and properly aligned, that stack of copper pennies can be conductive. But if one of the pennies is a little bit awry—if its not stacked so well—then you’re not going to be able to get good conductivity. If those bases are mismatched or if there is any other damage to the DNA, as can happen with damage that leads to cancer, the wire is interrupted and electricity will not flow properly.” Essentially, the CIT research indicates, repair mechanisms are triggered in the event that DNA stops conducting electricity property, indicating that it’s been damaged or mutated.
The investigators hope to develop chip-based biosensors in which an intact stretch of DNA acts as a probe that binds to a complementary sequence contained in a sample. Changes in conductivity that result because the sample DNA is mutated or damaged could be detected as the basis of a disease diagnostic.
“EDNA is a very fragile and special wire,” Dr. Barton comments. “You’re never going to wire a house with it, and it isn’t sturdy enough to use in popular electronic devices. But that fragile state is exactly what makes DNA so good as an electrical biosensor to identify DNA damage.”
Dr. Barton presented her work at the 244th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society.

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Pure Grown, the man-made diamond company formerly known as Gemesis, is selling a 3 ct. K SI stone—which it calls the largest colorless diamond ever produced by nonnatural means.
Lisa Bissell, the Fabrikant veteran recently appointed president and CEO of the company, says that she has every intention of selling the gem, which has a report from the International Gemological Institute. “I don’t run a museum,” she says. She predicts it may fetch $21,000.
With Bissell taking over, the rechristened New York City–based company—owned by Suraj Mehta, son of Indian diamantaire Jatin Mehta—is solely devoted to sales and marketing.
“I am here to produce a brand,” she tells JCK in her first interview since taking the position.
Many of the company’s stones are created by Singapore-based IIa Technologies — headed by Suraj’s brother Vishal — although it also buys from other sources, Bissell says.
Bissell says the diamonds sell for around 25 percent less than comparable naturals. The company plans to continue to sell through its website, but it also hopes to sell to manufacturers and independents and is planning to produce its own jewelry.
Most of the colorless diamonds it sells are in the half-carat range, but it also has in stock some colored diamonds, including yellows and pinks. Noting it is not economical to produce melee, she doesn’t expect her stones will work for fashion pieces and considers them better suited for bridal items. And despite her Fabrikant background, Bissell doesn’t think her product is well suited for the mass market.
“Lisa Bissell [Pure Grown] says the diamonds sell for around 25 percent less than comparable naturals.”
“It’s not a low-end product,” she says, “so it doesn’t lend itself to that.”
Pictures Pure Grown. 3 ct. K SI lab-grown diamond.

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Additional routine ultrasounds benefit mothers and babies, and could save costs, study finds
A study led by researchers at the University of Cambridge and published this week in PLOS Medicine has found that offering universal late pregnancy ultrasounds at 36 weeks’ gestation eliminates undiagnosed breech presentation of babies, lowers the rate of emergency caesarean sections and improves the health of mothers and babies.
The Pregnancy Outcome Prediction study, which was funded by the National Institute for Health Research and supported by NIHR Cambridge BRC and CRF, found that routine late ultrasounds could spot previously undiagnosed breech presentation (when a baby’s buttocks or feet emerge first at birth, increasing the risk of perinatal morbidity and mortality).
Researchers performed research screening ultrasounds at 36 weeks’ gestation in 3879 women having first pregnancies in England. 179 women (4.6%) were diagnosed with breech presentation by the research scan. However, in over half of these cases (55%) there was no prior suspicion that the baby was presenting in the breech position.
Making the diagnosis at 36 weeks allowed women to opt for an attempt at turning the baby, called external cephalic version. For the women who declined this procedure, or where it was unsuccessful, a planned caesarean section was arranged. None of the women opted to attempt a vaginal breech birth, which is known to be associated with an increased risk of complications, particularly in first pregnancies.
Across the UK, the analysis estimated that routine scanning could prevent around 15,000 undiagnosed breech presentations, more than 4,000 emergency caesarean sections and 7 to 8 baby deaths per year. If a scan could be done for less than £12.90 then it could be cost-saving to the NHS. This could be possible once midwives are instructed how to perform the simple technique, using inexpensive portable equipment.
Professor Gordon Smith from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Cambridge said: “We believe the study highlights an opportunity to identify women at increased risk of a complicated birth. It seems likely that screening for breech presentation near term could be introduced in a cost-effective manner and this should be considered by the NHS and other health systems.”
Adapted from a press release from PLOS.

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Indie games publisher Pixmain and indie development studio Somnium Games release their story-driven puzzle adventure game Inked for iOS and Android today for $3.99 (€4.49, £3.99).
In the game, players become the Nameless Hero, living peacefully with his love, Aiko, in the world of pen and paper.
A sudden change to this world shifts the story, taking the Nameless Hero on a quest in a vast landscape filled with puzzles to find his lost love. Each puzzle takes him closer to her, unraveling a journey that entwines the Artist and the Nameless Hero. Together they embark on an adventure that will forever change them both.
- Beautiful and immersive setting based on minimalist ballpoint pen drawings
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Those who have called the Bruins’ recent win streak somewhat fraudulent should now check themselves.
After piling up 10-straight wins against mostly lowly opponents, the B’s legitimized their month of March dominance with two first-class road wins over the weekend by beating the Avalanche, 2-0, and the Coyotes, 4-2. Both Colorado and Phoenix will more than likely be participating in the Western Conference playoffs, a conference widely considered superior to the East.
With those weekend victories, the Bruins extended their streak to 12 games and have a chance to kick it up another notch Monday night at home against the rival Canadiens (7:30 p.m., NBCSN). Prior to Friday and Saturday’s victories, the B’s signature win during the streak was beating the Habs in Montreal, 4-1, on March 12. That win snapped the Bruins’ other notable streak in their five-game losing skid to the Canadiens. Bruins goaltender Tuukka Rask, who allowed just one goal on 36 shots against the Canadiens that night, summed up the Bruins’ “never satisfied” mindset nicely that evening.
“I don’t care,” Rask said about ending the Canadiens’ streak. “I felt good against them but I think I still have that losing record against them, so I’ve got to win some more games.”
Paramount to the Bruins’ current win streak still has to be sending a message to the likes of Montreal. The Habs (39-26-7) are currently seeded fourth in the Eastern Conference playoff picture (Boston, at 49-17-5, is slated first) and could certainly meet the B’s in the latter stages of this year’s playoffs.
On the streak: The NHL record for a win streak was set in the 1992-93 season by Mario Lemieux’s Pittsburgh Penguins at 17 games. The B’s will have their work cut out for them if they want to tie or break that mark as they face the Habs, Blackhawks, Capitals and Flyers in the next seven days. Of note, the longest NHL undefeated streak was set by the 1979-80 Philadelphia Flyers, who were not beaten in a remarkable 35 games (25 wins, 10 ties).


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A South-Carolina-based university seeks to prevent cybercriminals from disrupting GPS satellite signals, which could be costly to different industries.
GPS now serves an important role in military defense, banking and financial, healthcare, transportation, and telecommunications. Clemson University researchers plan to use a $1 million funding grant to eliminate the vulnerabilities in GPS technology.
Yongqiang Wang, the project’s lead researcher, said that the project also aims to prevent cyberattacks to digital infrastructure. For instance, a hacked GPS network may allow criminals to access old login information on your financial records.
It can also cut the supply of electricity in hospitals, immobilize train stations and even shut down ATMs. Wang said that the project particularly focused on the private sector, including the electric grid.
While certain vulnerabilities exist, satellite developers normally use a jamming simulator to test the viability of disrupting signals before launching it into space. In California, some lawmakers already understand the need to enhance digital networks.
California Rep. John Garamendi described interference to GPS networks as a “major national security and economic issue.” He cited a spoofing incident in 2017 when a hacked navigation system led 20 ships in the Black Sea to arrive at the wrong location.
Another case involved airplanes that were unable to land at the Newark International Airport in New Jersey. This occurred as a truck driver, who used a GPS jammer to hide the vehicle’s location from the company boss, passed by the airport.
The advent of GPS helped many industries to develop their services. However, the progress of digital technology also paved the way for more complex cyberattacks.
For this reason, the public and private sector should be proactive in dealing with potential threats, since the consequences of GPS hacking may lead to loss of lives and property.


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Denmark leads the globe in wind power ability per capita. By spending in wind ranches, the United state is expanding its power profile, decreasing dependence on fossil gas, and also reducing greenhouse gas discharges.
Geothermal power offers over 80% of Iceland’s key power demands, making it one of the cleanest and also most lasting power systems in the globe. Sweden has actually embraced cutting-edge options for biomass power generation, utilizing timber waste as well as farming deposits to generate warm as well as electrical power.
The globe goes to a crossroads in the battle versus pltgreenschools.org environment modification as well as ecological destruction. As the requirement for lasting power resources ends up being significantly immediate, renewable resource has actually become a worldwide remedy that assures a much healthier setting as well as a much more lasting future. In this write-up, we will certainly discover exactly how nations around the globe are taking advantage of renewable resource to fight environment adjustment and also advertise ecological health.
Geothermal power gives over 80% of Iceland’s key power requirements, making it one of the cleanest as well as most lasting power systems in the globe. Eco-friendly power is a foundation of these initiatives, and also nations are functioning with each other to satisfy their sustainable power targets as well as minimize greenhouse gas exhausts. International companies, such as the International Renewable Power Company (IRENA) as well as the Globe Financial institution, are helping with partnership in between countries to share understanding, innovation, and also funding for sustainable power jobs in establishing nations.
Bountiful water sources and also beneficial location have actually enabled Norway to create tidy power as well as export excess power to surrounding nations. The nation’s considerable network of hydropower plants has not just lower carbon discharges yet additionally supplied a steady resource of power to sustain its expanding economic climate.
The Paris Arrangement, authorized by almost every nation on the planet, describes a worldwide dedication to restrict worldwide warming up to well listed below 2 levels Celsius. Renewable resource is a foundation of these initiatives, and also nations are interacting to satisfy their renewable resource targets and also lower greenhouse gas discharges. International companies, such as the International Renewable Resource Firm (IRENA) and also the Globe Financial institution, are assisting in partnership in between countries to share understanding, modern technology, and also funding for renewable resource jobs in creating nations.
As the requirement for lasting power resources ends up being progressively immediate, sustainable power has actually arised as a worldwide service that guarantees a much healthier atmosphere and also a much more lasting future. By spending greatly in solar panel manufacturing, China not just satisfies its very own sustainable power requirements however likewise exports solar innovation worldwide, adding to the worldwide change towards cleaner power resources.
As an outcome, Germany has actually ended up being a worldwide leader in solar power manufacturing. By spending greatly in solar panel manufacturing, China not just satisfies its very own sustainable power demands yet likewise exports solar modern technology worldwide, adding to the worldwide change towards cleaner power resources.
Around the globe, eco-friendly power is arising as an effective pressure for modification, providing useful options to fight environment adjustment as well as advertise a much healthier setting. Eco-friendly power is no much longer simply a choice; it is the crucial to a greener and also much healthier globe.


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All Us In Winterland wander lost in Hakuba and score bottomless pow as the Japanuary drought breaks.
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NZ’s popular, long-running freeride event is reaching new heights and pushing new boundaries for 2016.
The North Face Frontier – a Freeride World Qualifier event – welcomes skiers and snowboarders to a freeride festival at Queenstown’s The Remarkables Ski Field … Read More
Gnomes Alpine Sports are proudly announcing the opening of their brand new store located in Darfield early this May in time for the 2016 ski season.
The new store is situated at 26 South Terrace Darfield, only 400m from their … Read More
The 2015 Cardrona NZ Freeski & Snowboard Junior National Championships wrapped up in Wanaka, New Zealand on Saturday 10 October with the Bonfire Snowboard Slopestyle and the U18 Open Ski and Snowboard Slopestyle. Watch these kids throwing down!
Mt Ruapehu is hosting the Turoa Big Air competition this Saturday, 17th of October, where skiers and snowboarders will defy gravity and showcase their best tricks.
The competition will have eight different categories for riders and skiers of all … Read More
The Cardrona NZ Junior Freeski and Snowboard National Championships Presented by Snow Sports NZ got underway in Wanaka, New Zealand on Tuesday 6 October 2015 with over 200 competitors aged five to 18 competing in the Smith Boarder-cross, Snowboard Giant … Read More
Filmed on location at Temple Basin Ski Field, Arthur’s Pass National Park, New Zealand and featuring Charlie Murray, Craig Murray, Jamesa Hampton and Nick Pascoe.
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The New Zealand National Slalom Championships hosted by Coronet Peak, the official ski area partner of the New Zealand Alpine Ski Team, took place on Tuesday 11 August with Piera Hudson and Willis Feasey claiming the national titles.

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The latest with earthquakes
Many of us have heard about the disastrous and monster earthquake that struck the border of Turkey and Syria on Feb. 6. The magnitude was a 7.8 and resulted in nearly 50,000 deaths. Since the devastating earthquake, is has been estimated that over 3,000 aftershocks were reported. This includes four earthquakes of at least a 6.0 in magnitude, a 7.5 that struck the same region nine hours later and a 5.5 quake that hit Feb. 24.
According to the United States Geological Survey, a general area can receive many aftershocks, or smaller earthquakes, during the days to years following a larger event. They will usually “represent minor readjustments along the portion of the fault that slipped at the time of the mainshock.”
On that Monday morning, Feb. 6, there were two tectonic plates that slipped past each other resulting in the large earthquake. They are located about 12 miles below southern Turkey and northern Syria and the slippage led to the largest earthquake to hit Turkey in over 80 years.
According to the USGS, there are an average of 1000 earthquakes worldwide measuring between 5.0 to 5.9. So far, there have been 252 as of late last week. The 6.0 to 6.9 range has about 120 per year. The USGS has reported 18 in across the globe since Jan. 1. Many of these earthquakes have been reported in Turkey, the Philippines, Indonesia and New Zealand.
There are approximately 18 massive 7.0 to 7.9 earthquakes each year across the globe. Through the first two months of the year, there have been five, including the massive 7.8 and 7.5 in Turkey on Feb. 6. So far, in 2023, the USGS has not reported an 8.0 or higher earthquake. The average for each year is one major 8.0. Also, there was no 8.0 or higher magnitude earthquake in 2022.
The last time there was an 8.0 or higher earthquake was an 8.1 magnitude on Aug. 12, 2021, across the South Sandwich Islands region, which is a chain of uninhabited volcanic islands in the southern Atlantic Ocean. In 2021, there were two additional 8.0 or higher quakes as there was a magnitude 8.2 near Perryville, Alaska, on July 28 and an 8.1 on March 4 at Kermadec Islands, New Zealand.
In terms of the total number of earthquakes starting at a 2.0 magnitude, the USGS estimates that our planet receives nearly an amazing 1.5 million each year. Tremors from 2.0 to 2.9 magnitudes are approximately 1.3 million every year.
Within Idaho, there have been approximately 13 very small quakes since the beginning of the year. They have been reported in southern Idaho, mainly near Stanley. The largest was a 3.0 magnitude Feb. 2.
Most of the earthquakes reported in the U.S. are located in California, which many refer to as “earthquake country. Since Jan. 1, there have been about 135 earthquakes with a magnitude of 2.5 or higher. The largest was Rio Dell in Humboldt County along the northwestern coastline that measured 5.4 on Jan. 1. There was one Jan. 25 that had a 4.2 magnitude near Malibu Beach.
However, many say that Oklahoma has recently passed up California as the earthquake capital of the U.S. So far, they are slightly ahead of California as 140 earthquakes of 2.5 or higher have been reported since the beginning of the year. The most active state for activity is Alaska. Nearly 500 earthquakes have been measured since the beginning of the year. The state also had the largest North American earthquake in history with the monstrous 9.2 magnitude that devastated Anchorage on March 27, 1964.
About 90% of the world’s earthquakes and 75% of the world’s dormant and active volcanoes like in a region that stretches approximately 25,000 miles. This region that looks like a horseshoe, the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which extends from New Zealand, Indonesia, Japan, southern Alaska and along the U.S., Central American and South American West Coasts.
In terms of our local weather, most of the moisture early last week went to our south as the colder air pushed the main bands of precipitation into Oregon and California. Portland picked up nearly 11 inches of snowfall, and snow was reported all the way down into the mountains of Southern California near Los Angeles. That region also reported heavy rainfall in the lower elevations. We did pick up 1.9 inches of snow at Cliff’s station last week, but the air mass was too cold for the bigger amounts. Lows dropped to 0 degrees in Coeur d’Alene and 3 degrees in Spokane on Feb. 24.
The long-range weather patterns are still bringing in some snow to the region through the first week of March. With the weekend snow and additional storms later this week, Cliff and I believe that we still have a good chance to see total annual snowfalls climb into at least the 70s for the 2022-23 snowfall season in Coeur d’Alene. And, if we get a big storm between now and early March, we could see our annual snowfall total get close to 80 inches. The normal seasonal snowfall for Coeur d’Alene is 69.8 inches. Our second winter is here.
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Impro Allegro is back at Cafe Deux Soleils on October 22 for a Musical Comedy Mashup! Our special guest this month is the talented Tall Mark!
First there was Tiny Tim, then there was Weird Al, and now… Tall Mark! He walks the line; he pushes the envelope; he rhombuses the squares; he’s the bee’s knees; the cat’s pajamas; the chef’s surprise; the soup du jour; the best of both worlds (the Hannah Montana); the blessing in disguise; the best thing since sliced bread; he is rocket science! He’s a piece of cake; he’s a different kettle of fish; he’s a short story long; he’s Tall Mark!
Come learn more about the enigma that is Tall Mark! We’ll play some classic musical improv games, plus hear some Tall Mark parodies! Doors to Hot Improv Tuesdays at Cafe Deux Soleils are at 7:30 pm, show starts at 8 pm! Tickets are just $7 or $5 for students!
Vancouver Improv Fight Club returns to Cafe Deux Soleils on Tuesday, October 8 for another edition of Hardcore Hilarity! Joining us for a special guest stand-up set is the hilarious Lydia Rickards!
Lydia Rickards has performed all over the world, including Fringe World Festival in Perth, the Adelaide Fringe Festival, and various UK festivals. She was shortlisted in the the BBC New Comedy Award on BBC Radio 4, was a semi-finalist in the 2018 Yuk Off at Yuk Yuks, and was the Undercard Champion of Roast Battle Vancouver. Lydia has entertained on shows and stages all over Vancouver.
Lydia will perform stand-up sets that will inspire our two VIFC teams for their long-form sets! Also onstage for #HardcoreHilarity are Scott Antifave, Mark Sears, Taylor Ray, Claire Pollock, and William Vaughn versus Patrick Dodd, Brad Duffy, Jacki Gunn, Jeff Cooper and Tia Jeanette. Alan Pavlakocis will be referee and host.
Hot Improv Tuesdays on October 8 starts at 8 pm (doors at 7:30 pm), and tickets are just $7 or $5 for students! Come join the fun!
Keep your fall funnies going with Pop-Up Comedy Jam at Cafe Deux Soleils on October 1! Our special guest stand-up this month is K.C. Novak!
K.C. Novak is a stand up and comedic writer based out of Vancouver. K.C. was a feature performer at the SheDot Comedy Festival in Toronto in 2017 and 2018, competed in the Seattle International Comedy Competition, and is a regular riffer with Gentlemen Hecklers. K.C. was also the Vancouver Roast Battle Champion from December 2018 to July 2019, and performs regularly around the city.
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text: WHO defines mental health as – A state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity (2001). Definition – A state of emotional and psychological well being in which an individual is able to use his or her cognitive and emotional capabilities function in society, and meet the ordinary demands of everyday life. 9.4.1 : Characteristics of mental health 1. Nothing called perfect mental health – No person is with perfect mental health rather it is optimum mental health. 2. Mental health is a dynamic concept Mental health denotes a state of balance or equilibrium of our mind, this balance is not static, it is quite dynamic. 3. Mental health can’t be achieved without physical health-for achieving an optimal level of mental health one has to first acquire adequate physical health. 4. Mental health and efficiency are not the same thing – One maybe quite efficient and successful at his work or profession but he could be most unhappy, full of anxiety etc. 5. Mental health and social ability are not the same thing- A mentally healthy person is sociable it is not necessary fora sociable or socially adaptable person to be healthy minded. 6. Mental health differs from ethical standards – Morality does not guarantee mental health.


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While researching excursions for the Amalfi Coast, where the ship was going to port, I was immediately drawn to Pompeii. As I kept reading about what to do, I read a few articles stating that Herculaneum was really better than Pompeii. There were no ship excursions that included the two of them, so we looked into hiring a private tour guide and transportation. It wasn’t that expensive when divided among five of us, and we went at our pace. This ended up being a real plus because one of the women had a bad case of pneumonia the winter before and couldn’t walk a lot, I had hurt myself in Florence and was coming off my knee surgery, and my son had broken his foot around the end of May. I can’t stress enough the advantage we had of a private tour in this port.
It was a gorgeous drive of about an hour from where the ship was berthed to Pompeii. We chose to do that first.
Pompeii is an amazing experience. There is nothing in the world like it. There is no place you can go that will be able to replicate the experience. Our tour guide didn’t have the headsets for us, but we walked together as a group and she answered all our questions. She would ask us if we were interested in seeing certain things and bring us to that.
I was amazed to learn that this was once a port city. The entrance we walked in was once where boats docked. All of the land between there and the sea was filled in when Mount Vesuvius erupted.
What was preserved there was amazing, both inside and out. The black structure on the lower left (above) is the original wood that was in this building that was scorched and remained intact and was petrified. The forms of people came from the pyroclastic flow enveloping them as they perished, and then once archaeologists began excavation the site, they would find these pockets where people had one been and fill them in to recreate the form of the person.
There is still digging going on at Pompeii and more and more artifacts being found.
Pompeii was crowded. We exited the archaeological park and had lunch at a pizza place just outside the exit. We bought our tour guide lunch and sat with her as well. It was really great to be able to enjoy a casual lunch and talk with the tour guide in a small group. I bought Limoncello at the Pompeii gift shop.
Herculaneum is the real gem, though. This city was on the Mediterranean and had a lot of shipping when Mount Vesuvius erupted. The town itself was a retreat for the Roman elite and was a wealthier city. It was preserved more intact than Pompeii and with more detail. It was also just about empty compared to all of the people at Pompeii.
When the volcano erupted, the people of Herculaneum ran to the boat sheds looking for boats to save them. These are actual human skeletal remains that are in this area.
It was fascinating to walk through here. Our tour guide showed us the various buildings and told us what had been there at one time. We saw bathhouses and brothels; bakeries and homes. It was like we had the place all to ourselves; there were so few people here.
I know I seem to be saying it all the time, but this was an incredible tour that I wouldn’t have wanted to miss. I’d gladly go back to this area and explore more. Our other friends toured Sorrento and it’s just a stunning area all around.


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Two steps are used to determine the amount of ozone required. First is the CUMULATIVE need, which is the number of milligrams of ozone necessary to oxidize the number of milligrams of contaminates present. This is the stoichiometry of the reaction representing the consumption of ozone, normally in mgO3/mg substance. When several contaminates or substances are present, the totals for each are added together. This includes metals, minerals, organics, pesticides and etcetera. When this need is satisfied, the reaction is done. This is the calculation for oxidization, coagulation, flocculation, precipitation, color removal (ie. 1-3mgO3/mg Carbon) and etcetera.
Second is the DISINFECTION calculation, measured in mg/L of ozone over a specific period of contact time, usually minutes. This is a concentration & time (C t or C t) needed for inactivating living organisms, from single cell to higher life forms. It is the disinfection calculation for pathogens and pests, such as; algae, amoebae, bacteria, virus and etcetera.
The cumulative demand must be satisfied before a concentration of ozone can be held stable for any period of time in solution.
Both steps require adequate injection, mixing and time for the small amount of ozone to physically contact the target. One mg/L is only 1/1000 of a gram dissolved in one kilogram (1000 grams) of water, or 1:1,000,000. The time required for contact and/or reaction can be from several seconds to many minutes and is the obvious reason for the “t” in the C t. The ozone must physically contact the target to react with it.
It is not just economical and beneficial, but almost essential, to remove substrates or turbidity prior to the disinfecting steps, so that the target organisms are not shielded from the disinfectant. Organisms can be attached to, as well as enclosed within, the turbidity or other particles. This principle applies to other disinfectants as well ozone.
If excess ozone is produced, OFF GAS can be a problem, so don’t waste ozone and don’t pollute with it. Attention to this will also minimize production costs.
If there is any trick to using ozone, it is to make only as much as is needed and then place it correctly to do what is required. This automatically assumes the following:
1. The raw water quality is known. (= test it).
2. The desired specifications for the finished water quality are decided prior to designing the system. (= the shotgun approach works poorly here).
3. The operation must allow sufficient time at appropriate points in the treatment sequence for the ozone to chemically react with the targets. (=design it)
Ozone will react when injected into water and there will be a reaction of some kind with everything in that water. This means everything, not just the contaminant targeted for treatment. Basically, ozone will try to do it all, even attempting to react with the containers and piping.


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Tips to Avoid Summer Ailments Like Tendinitis and Tennis Elbow
Months of time indoors give way to warmth and overwhelming desires to run, jump, get those chores done and then next thing you know – ouch, that really hurts!
Sometimes these come with age, or our golf/fishing/tennis technique is off-base. But injuries to our joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons do pop up more in the summer.
“When we overdo it without proper ‘pre-hab’ or stretching, injuries can happen, and golfer’s or tennis elbow, along with tendinitis in the shoulders, knee or quadriceps – we see all of them more this time of year,” said Matthew Blake, MD, a sports medicine and orthopedic surgery specialist with Avera Orthopedics. “Part of it is our day-to-day activity, as more of us sit in front of computers, with our shoulders hunched. Some of it comes with age. But there are some steps we can take to avoid – or treat – these conditions.”
Stretching and Practice
Almost everyone benefits when they take some time to warm up or build up their ability before going full-tilt into a run, workout or the heavy lifting that goes with around-the-house chores.
“There are exercises that can help strengthen our joints and roll out the function of joints like the shoulder, knee and elbow,” said Blake. “Sometimes, with sports like golf or tennis, our grip or technique may be off. That can lead to an inflammation injury.”
Warm up before getting busy with your passions, and start small and build your way to bigger, more aggressive distances or competitive levels.
Repetition and Age
Knowing when you’re hurt versus just hurting a little is important. Visible swelling – such as one knee looking bigger than the other – usually means it’s time to get help.
“There is a natural decrease in strength that occurs as we get older, and that can lead to injuries. We might ‘think’ we can lift something or run a certain distance at a certain pace, but we’re mistaken,” Blake said. “Sometimes it is just the repetition after time away from the fishing pole, golf club or tennis racket. Rest and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications can help.”
Time Away, Time to Get Help
Rest, ice and elevation, along with a few weeks of not aggravating the injury are all immediate steps orthopedic experts and trainers would recommend. Sometimes that time away will make the difference.
“When we see patients, we start with the most conservative approaches we can, and see how they progress. Often that is rest and time away from an activity. Other times it might be work with a physical therapist,” said Blake. “Sometimes that time away can be a few weeks, but it can be longer. We see how patients respond to these steps before we go forward with other approaches.”
Cortisone and stem-cell treatments, dry needling, ultrasound exams and scraping are all steps between rest and ice and surgery.
“When we run out of other arrows in our quiver and the condition hasn’t improved, that’s when we look at MRIs and consider surgical approaches,” Blake said. “Summer is a time to enjoy, and when a nagging injury prevents that, we work with you to get back that quality of life.”


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There have been worldwide attempts to produce fuel from renewable biological resources in order to overcome future oil shortages in the world. But conversion of food resources to fuel affect the global supply-demand of food, especially in developing countries. To tackle this problem, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati researchers have developed methods to produce biofuels from non-edible seeds.
“Oils derived from non-edible seeds of plants can be used to produce biofuels, to eliminate the competition between food and fuel”, said Dr Kaustubha Mohanty, Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Guwahati. Plants and trees found in India, such as peela kaner, mahua, gulmohar, neem, rain tree, castor, kusum etc., produce seeds that have oil from which biofuels can be made. Dr Mohanty and his research team use a heat-chemical route to produce biofuels from these and other such seeds that they painstakingly collect from various parts of the country.
“We found that these non-edible seeds had a high amount of oil in them, which was exciting”, said Dr Mohanty. The researchers designed a low-cost pyrolyzer to obtain biofuel from these oils. While the yield of biofuel was very encouraging, there were some problems – the biofuel had lower acidity and high oxygen content, which made them unsuitable for use as transportation fuel.
(LtoR) Row 1 - Prof. Kaustubha Mohanty with his research students Dr. Ranjeet K. Mishra, Dr. K.P. Shadangi. Row 2 - Mr. Mithelesh Koul & Mr. Gourav Chatterjee
To improve the properties of the biofuels derived from non-edible seed oils, the scientists used various catalysts such as calcium oxide, zeolite, etc., during the conversion of seed oil to biofuel.
To improve the properties of the biofuels derived from non-edible seed oils, the scientists used various catalysts such as calcium oxide, zeolite, etc., during the conversion of seed oil to biofuel. Both yield and quality improved; the biofuels produced were comparable in properties to regular diesel, except for viscosity. “The higher viscosity of our biofuel is still a problem, but we’ll find a way to overcome this”, says Dr Mohanty.
Biofuel is not all they have obtained from these non-edible seeds. After purification of the oil derived from the seeds, the team was left with valuable chemicals in the discards, which find a plethora of industrial applications. One such remnant they could recover was hexadecanoic acid, which is used in making soaps, various cosmetic products, and release agents. Another was stearic acid that has numerous industrial applications. “This is truly a waste-to-value operation”, says Dr Mohanty. The team is seeking to understand the chemical mechanisms by which biofuels are produced from these sources and are studying their applicability in engines.
The team has also derived bio-oil from a mixture of waste plastics and waste biomass. Single-use nitrile gloves used in lab and medical settings were used for this purpose.
“The demand for biofuel is expected to increase in future and it is certainly not sustainable to generate them from food sources” said Dr Mohanty.
The results of this study have been published in the journal Bioresource Technology. The research team includes Dr Ranjeet Kumar Mishra, Dr Krushna P. Shadangi, Mithelesh Koul, Gautam Ganeshan and Gourav Chatterjee.
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Govt committed to conduct Panchayat Polls: Haq Khan
JAMMU, Jan 18: Minister for Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Law and Justice Abdul Haq Khan today said the government is committed to strengthen the democracy at grassroots level by holding Panchayat elections. “All arrangements are being put in place to ensure smooth conduct of the polls and the formal notification in this regard will be issued soon by the competent authority,” the Minister said while winding up the debate on the Demand for Grants of the Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and allied Departments in the Legislative Assembly today. The Minister enumerated in detail the achievements of Rural Development department during the past three years and outlined the future plans of the Department. He said the department has laid a network of roads, bridges and culverts in the state under MGNREGA scheme that has changed the socio-economic status of the rural populace. Stating that the improved implementation of RDD schemes has given flip to the rural economy, Minister said the department has done tremendously well in all facets of human endeavour and a silent revolution is taking place in rural areas. He said the coalition government under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti is relentlessly focusing on energizing rural economy as engine of growth and that the government is uplifting rural poor through a number of key initiatives related to rural housing & infrastructure, farm income, job creation and entrepreneurship promotion. Abdul Haq said since the launch of MGNREGA in the State, Rural Development department has for the first time done some commendable works which has been acknowledged at national level and has also won many awards in last three years. He said the department shunned its tradition of constructing lanes and drains on political considerations and instead concentrated on building a network of roads, culverts and other durable assets while providing job to lakhs of unemployed youths of the state. He said the department has witnessed several changes during last three years in its emphasis, approaches, strategies and programmes and has assumed a new dimension and perspectives as a consequence rural development has been richer and more meaningful only through the participation of people as people are now actively participating in Gram Sabhas. He said during the last three years department has set short terms missions with an aim to create durable assets for the people of rural areas while jobs are created under MGNREGA. He said though the prime aim of the scheme is to create jobs but if simultaneously durable assets are created that would be blessing for the area. Minister said the department identified the rural connectivity a major issue in rural areas and hence took up the task to focus on rural connectivity in first two years. He said the department constructed 679 bridges, 2283 culverts, 31337 roads during past three years that speaks volumes about the success of the implementation of this scheme in rural J&K. Minister said also took up the task to build sports infra in rural areas to help youth to showcase their talent and in this regard the department constructed 561 play fields. He said Government is making all out efforts to promote sports activities in the State by providing requisite facilities to youth.


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February 2, 2012
A robotic technique is described for first rib resection for Paget Schroetter Disease or “effort thrombosis” of the subclavian vein that allows for en bloc resection of the offending portion of the first rib while minimizing the risk of neurovascular injury.
January 18, 2012
The RV-PA conduit or Sano modification, has recently been reintroduced into the Norwood armamentarium. Many centers, however, have been experiencing conduit obstruction with the Sano. This video demonstrates a modification of the technique used for the RV-PA conduit that has reduced the incidence of conduit obstruction at our institution.
January 10, 2012
A technique for the treatment of a complex aortic disease is demonstrated in this video. The aortic arch was replaced followed by deployment of a thoracic stent-graft through the branch of a Dacron graft.
January 9, 2012
This is a novel usage of an ultrasonic bone scalpel in cardiothoracic surgery used to operate on what is normally one of the most difficult situations that we face, namely the pericardiectomy of a calcified pericardium.
January 4, 2012
This article describes how a HeartMate XVE left ventricular assist device may be exchanged for a HeartMate II axial-flow pump with low morbidity and mortality and without a full sternotomy.
January 3, 2012
Sir Magdi Yacoub, MD, is a leader in cardiac surgery. He is reputed to have performed more heart transplants than anyone else in the world. In this interview, Dr. Yacoub discusses the Ross procedure, Ross procedure clinical trials, and his trial results.
December 15, 2011
Breast implant complications after thoracic surgery are relatively rare. We present an unusual case of an intact implant migration into the pleural space after thoracoscopic surgery that was initially read as hemothorax on computed tomography of the chest.
December 15, 2011
Prof. Hans Pilegaard has developed a novel method for Nuss bar insertion using a short bar technique. Using this technique he has performed almost 1000 Nuss procedures. In this interview he describes his technique. Intraoperative video is included of Dr. Pilegaard performing the operation at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.
December 12, 2011
The ability to completely drain the thoracic cavity, break up loculations of pleural fluid, completely visualize all aspects of the pleural space, and avoid the morbidity of a thoracotomy has made thoracoscopy attractive in the management of empyema and hemothorax.
December 5, 2011
Professor Craig Miller is a Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Stanford University, and has earned many honors throughout his career. His clinical focus is on aortic surgery, valve repair and replacement, and surgery for aortic dissection. In this video, Dr. Miller discusses valve sparing root replacement.


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Lightsaber combat was the preferred method of fighting used by the Jedi and Sith, which was initially based on ancient sword-fighting techniques. Throughout the millennia since its creation it developed into seven "classic" forms and numerous other styles. It was difficult to master for a number of reasons, one of them being that all of the weight a lightsaber had was in its hilt. It had been said that only a Force-sensitive individual could completely master lightsaber combat. Only 2 clones, X1 and X2, were able to engage in lightsaber combat. All seven traditional lightsaber forms included the same basic techniques as ancient sword-fighting styles, such as defensive postures, overhand strikes, parries, and counters.
The lightsaber was a very versatile weapon, owing to its unique lightness and omnidirectional cutting ability. It could be wielded one-handed or with both hands. Early in the weapon's history, when the Sith were numerous, the art of lightsaber dueling flourished. In later periods though, only rarely would Jedi face an adversary with a weapon capable of repelling a lightsaber. Mace Windu and Darth Sidious engaged in lightsaber combatAlthough the blade was weightless, two-handed slashes were the most common movement. This was because inertia was still needed to cut through solid objects. Solid objects were repelled by the blade arc until they were changed to gas or plasma. Therefore, inertia was required to counteract the initial repelling force. The stronger the swing, the faster and easier the blade would cut. If little force was applied to the swing, the repelling force of the blade arc would leave shallow cuts. When two lightsaber blades came in contact with each other, the two repelling forces made the blade appear to be solid. If the lightsaber is dropped, the blade will retract automatically, so the user will not be injured.
Also, the field that caused the energy to arc back into the blade caused some gyroscopic effects. While technically weightless, the blade still had some resistance to changes in motion. The slight gyroscopic effects were easily controlled by a trained force user, but could become problematic for lay person.
The Jedi were trained to use the Force as a conduit between the wielder and the weapon. Through this bond in the Force, the blade became an extension of their being; it moved with instinct as though it were a part of the body. The Jedi's attunement to the Force accounted for the almost superhuman agility and reflex illustrated in the use of the lightsaber.
Saberlocks are often used during combat to gain tactical advantage. Many Saberlocks include the Person activating it also finishing it.In a saberlock the lightsaber is often near the Jedi/Sith's face and both fighters try to overpower the other. Often an elbow in the stomach finishes one quickly
Each Jedi chose the style of lightsaber combat that best suited him or her. For example, Grand Master Yoda used the Ataru form to compensate for his lack of reach and height; Mace Windu used Vaapad to turn his inner darkness into a weapon of the light; Count Dooku's practice of the Makashi form fit first of all his intention to frequently engage in lightsaber-to-lightsaber combat, and second his emphasis on class and elegance as well as precision. Jedi learned elements of each form, though few ever mastered all of them.
- Form I: Shii-Cho "Way of the Sarlacc" or "Determination Form"
- Form I is the most basic of the seven forms and is learned by every Jedi Youngling. Shii-Cho includes the fundamental elements of all the lightsaber forms including the basic attack, parry, body target zones, and practice drills called velocities.
- Form II: Makashi "Way of the Ysalamir" or "Contention Form"
- Form II represents the ultimate refinement of lightsaber-to-lightsaber combat. Masters of Makashi develop unique offenses and defenses and train studiously against having their sabers taken or damaged.
- Form III: Soresu "Way of the Mynock" or "Resilience Form"
- Form III was first developed in response to the advancement of blaster technology in the galaxy. Soresu's emphasis on tight, efficient movements that expose very minimal target areas, make it the most defensive and passive of the seven forms.
- Form IV: Ataru "Way of the Hawk-Bat" or "Aggression Form"
- Form IV is the most acrobatic of all the forms and requires a Jedi to first master the Force Run, Jump, and Spin abilities. By incorporating all the Force powers that allow a Jedi to exceed standard norms of physical abilities, Jedi may resemble nothing less than a blur when using this style.
- Form V was also created in response to the advancement and frequency of blaster use in the galaxy. Unlike the strictly defensive style Soresu, Shien exploits the ability of a lightsaber to block blaster bolts and deflect them back at an opponent in a counter-attack maneuver. In a duel, the Djem So variation of this form, which focused on strength, would be used.
- Form VI: Niman "Way of the Rancor" or "Moderation Form"
- Form VI seeks to balance the emphases of forms I through V. Niman allows a Jedi to fight with harmony and justice without having to resort to powerful, aggressive movements or overt emotion.
- Form VII: Juyo / Vaapad "Way of the Vornskr" or "Ferocity Form"
- Juyo instead employs bold, direct movements, more open and kinetic than form V, but not so elaborate as the acrobatic form Ataru. Juyo requires greater energy and intensity out of the practitioner because his focus is wielded more broadly and draw upon from a deeper well of emotion; while the outward bearing of a Form VII practitioner is one of calm, the inner pressure verges on explosive. It was also considered to be the most dangerous in regard to falling to the Dark Side, because it required a certain amount of enjoyment in the fight from the person experiencing it.
The seven forms were not merely swordplay moves, they represented seven different kinds of philosophy. In addition, a lightsaber was not necessary to execute the seven forms: each form could be applied in unarmed combat. Jedi Masters Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Kit Fisto had demonstrated such talent during the Battle of Haruun Kal and the Bio-Droid Threat respectively.
These forms were not considered a part of the seven main or "classic" forms. Some were systematized methods of lightsaber combat, while others were merely techniques or principles of combat applied to lightsaber combat. They were mostly based on other forms, with the exception of Form "Zero", which emphasized avoiding conflict whenever possible.
A fighting method that focused tactical superiority; on using the terrain to one's advantage.
A fighting style that focused on dual-blade combat.
Little is known of this style, though it is known that Grievous and his MagnaGuards received training in it from Dooku. Anakin Skywalker using Jar'Kai*Form "Zero" A Jedi doctrine of avoiding conflict unless absolutely necessary.
A Sith technique of psychological warfare, utilizing taunts and telekinetic assaults to distract and demoralize opponents.
Wielding a lightsaber with the Force and attacking from a range.
A type of aerial dueling, essentially flying lightsaber combat.
Fighting from a mounted position, either on a beast of burden or a vehicle, usually of an open cockpit design.
A fighting style designed specifically for the use of Double-bladed lightsabers.
A fighting style designed specifically for the use of Lightwhips.
A combat style that was designed to take advantage of a lightsaber's ability to be quickly activated and deactivated.
General Grievous wielding four lightsabers.Several techniques fell outside the traditional and practiced forms of the Jedi. General Grievous could employ more varied movements. His attacks were intended to misdirect and confuse traditionally trained sword fighters. Grievous was exceptionally capable of this due to the flexibility of his joints, robotic reflexes, and his many limbs. Only the most experienced and talented Jedi could withstand his attacks. For example, Grievous could hold one lightsaber in each of his four hands, spinning two of them very rapidly in front of him as a shield. Grievous used this against Obi-Wan Kenobi on Utapau, though his capabilities may have been inhibited after injuries sustained on Coruscant from Mace Windu.
Another unique lightsaber style was that of Adi Gallia who held her saber with a one-handed reverse grip resulting in wide, long swings. This was a personal variation of Shien, much as Vaapad was Mace Windu's personal variation of Juyo. Anakin Skywalker's first Padawan Ahsoka Tano and later his secret apprentice Galen Marek also seemed to prefer this style.
Dark Jedi Boc's combat style was an unorthodox mixture of the dual saber based Niman & Jar'Kai and highly aggressive jumping attacks directed straight at his opponent. He used this against Kyle Katarn in a duel on Ruusan, but—with some help from his friend Jan Ors and the Force—Katarn was able to defeat Boc.
 The three styles of the New Jedi OrderEdit
Two Force-sensitives engaged in lightsaber combat.In addition to the above-mentioned forms, there were three pace-based styles, probably applicable to all of the conventional and less conventional forms, though each style was more compatible with some forms than with others.
These three styles were taught to the students at Luke Skywalker's Jedi Praxeum around the time of the crises of Desann's Reborn and the Disciples of Ragnos. One member of the New Jedi Order who mastered all three styles was Kyle Katarn. Katarn lectured students Jaden Korr and Rosh Penin on them already at their first training session.
The three styles, along with most lightsaber combat skill taught in the New Jedi Order, were based on the principle of the Three Rings of Defense which were introduced very early on in the history of the Order by one of the first students, Kam Solusar.
- "You are learning to focus on precision rather than brute strength, to anticipate my moves and your own reactions using the Force."
- ―Tionne Solusar[src]
Following the Great Jedi Purge, many of the old lightsaber forms used by the Old Jedi Order were lost and Luke had received little in the way of formal training. However, with the foundation of the Jedi Academy on Yavin 4 and the first intake of students, the path to rediscovering these began. Kam Solusar taught the first students the basic principals of fencing, possibly elements of Shii-Cho, upon which all lightsaber combat is based. More specifically, he taught them the Three Rings of Defense.
Along with Kam's own knowledge, there may have been additional teachings from the Jensaarai, their founders being Jedi Knights and Padawans they would likely still have knowledge on the original lightsaber forms used by the Jedi of old. Add to this the knowledge gained by Kyle Katarn, who had been instructed in fencing while he studied at the academy on Carida and was later taught lightsaber combat by the spirits of Qu Rahn and Tal, and by 14 ABY the order had developed its own styles of combat, complete with their own Katas and maneuvers. Divided into Medium style, Fast style and Strong style, the forms of combat which were finally developed and refined seem to be an amalgamation of the old and the new, further bridging the Old Jedi Order with the new. By 14 ABY, the Academy also introduced some training sabers, although students such as Rosh Penin derided their use. The original Lightsaber Forms were rediscovered in the great Holocron taught by Cin Drallig in 25 ABY
The New Jedi Order also restored the title of Jedi Battlemaster, which was bestowed on Kyle Katarn 13 ABY.
- "Every feint, every dodge, every block is a trap to the unwary."
- ―Lightsaber combat tenet[src]
All seven forms of lightsaber combat utilized these ancient terms used by the Jedi for describing the objectives, maneuvers to use, and the various outcomes that could arise out of a fight involving lightsabers as weapons. They could help focus a Jedi’s attacks and defenses on a few clearer categories, rather than diffusing awareness across an infinite number of possibilities in a duel.
The basic body zones of lightsaber combatA cho mai was the act of cutting off an opponent's weapon-using hand. This move showed that the Jedi using it had the honor to cause the opponent minimal physical damage; it also showed the skill and mastery of the Jedi performing the move to the opponent. Darth Vader demonstrated this on Luke in Cloud City.
A cho sun was the act of cutting off an opponent's weapon arm. This was demonstrated by Obi-Wan Kenobi cutting off the arm Ponda Baba held his blaster in during a scuffle in the Mos Eisley Cantina. It was also demonstrated by Count Dooku cutting off the lower half of Anakin Skywalker's lightsaber arm.
A sai cha was the instance when a Jedi beheaded his or her opponent. Sai Cha comes from ancient words meaning "separate" and "head" This was often reserved for the most dangerous of enemies—the ones a Jedi could not afford to keep alive. It could also be used on a being that was lethal but not sentient, such as an assassin droid. The form was used by Mace Windu to kill Jango Fett, as well by Anakin above Coruscant on Count Dooku, at the persuasion of Chancellor Palpatine.
A sai tok, frowned upon by the Jedi because of its Sith-like nature, was the act of cutting an opponent in half, usually separating his or her legs from the torso at the waist. This was demonstrated by Obi-Wan at the ending phase of his duel with Darth Maul.
A shiak was the act of stabbing an opponent. Jedi usually stabbed in the leg or arm, but a Sith variation of this is to stab through the chest, therefore assuring almost certain death to the unlucky victim. This was demonstrated by Darth Maul when he killed Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Sidious when he killed Agen Kolar.
A shiim was a more minute wound to an opponent by the edge of a lightsaber's blade. Depending on circumstance, this could be seen as either a desperation attack or to immobilize an opponent through pain. Jedi used this to stop opponents whom they wanted alive. Count Dooku demonstrated this on Geonosis against Obi-Wan; Dooku made minor cuts on Kenobi's arm and leg in order to immobilize him so that Anakin would be forced to duel Dooku one-on-one.
A sun djem was an attack used by Jedi that deprived the opponent of his/her weapon, the objective usually being not to physically harm the opponent. Sun djem was a very diverse sub-form; moves ranged from spinning a lightsaber to dislodging an opponent's weapon to kicking or punching the opponent. This was demonstrated by Yoda disarming Asajj Ventress on Rugosa
Obi-Wan Kenobi, having severed his former Padawan with a Mou Kei attack, ending their dramatic duel.A mou kei was an attack used by the Sith and some Jedi that dismembered an opponent through a circular motion of the lightsaber, aimed at the major limbs. The objective was to finish a dangerous opponent. This was the attack used by Obi-Wan Kenobi to end his duel with Darth Vader on Mustafar.
A jung in lightsaber combat was a 180-degree turn.
A jung ma was a maneuver used by Jedi to perform a 360-degree spin in which power was gained for an imminent attack on the opponent. Darth Vader and Obi-Wan can be seen using jung ma during their battle on Mustafar. Obi-Wan performed the maneuver again years later moments before he disappeared and became one with the Force during a battle with Darth Vader on the Death Star.
Not a maneuver per se, the kai-kan was a re-enactment of a famous, usually ancient, very dangerous, lightsaber or even sword battle, which only very well trained Jedi attempted to perform.
Dooku applying the sai maneuver during his bout with Obi-Wan Kenobi.A sai was a jump used by Jedi to evade an attack directed at the legs. The Force was the main backbone of the strength, height, and speed at which the jump was executed. The Jedi could then strike downwards, using the fall as a fulcrum for more power. Known uses of it include by Luke Skywalker against Darth Vader during the Battle of Endor, by Anakin Skywalker against Count Dooku at the Battle of Geonosis, Obi-Wan against Darth Vader in their lightsaber fight on Mustafar on the connecting end of the collection arm and by Mace Windu against Darth Sidious. However, this maneuver was used many times by Jedi Knights all over the galaxy.
A shun was a 360-degree turn performed with just a one-handed grip, thus gaining speed for an attack. Darth Vader uses this technique when he spins during the second part of his ill-fated fight with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar.
The Flowing Water cut was a lightsaber combat technique designed for going blade-to-blade with one's opponent, based on the principle of using the space created when the opponent withdrew their lightsaber offensively to one's own advantage. As the opponent pulled their lightsaber back from a bind, the user would follow it with their blade, in effect causing the opponent to pull the user's blade into themselves.
A Jedi applies the falling leaf technique in combat.The Falling Leaf cut was an ancient lightsaber combat technique that involved spinning on one's feet to "slash from the sky". It might be related to the jung ma and shun techniques. The basic maneuver involved the user spinning and making a fast slash at an opponent standing behind them and then return to face the way they were before the maneuver.
Alter Damage was not a combat maneuver, but rather a rare Force power by which the Jedi could inflict minimal damage with an otherwise lethal cut or stab. This was used to pacify enemies without killing them or injuring them lethally.
Saber barrier was a defensive telekinetic lightsaber combat technique. Designed for dual saber combat, it created a barrier of lightsaber blades by having the lightsabers spin around the saber-wielding Jedi. Kreia used this power against the Jedi Exile in the Trayus Academy on Malachor V, and the Dark Jedi Alora may have used it years later against Jaden Korr. Mace Windu also mastered this technique.
Saber throw was an offensive usage of the lightsaber, combining Force Push and Force Pull allowing the Jedi to throw their lightsaber at targets in a boomerang-like fashion. It was a common Force power, as it was a good long range alternative to the typical short range lightsaber attacks. Darth Vader used the saber throw against Luke Skywalker in their fight on the second Death Star. Since lightsabers switch off when they leave their owner's hand, the thrown lightsaber needed to be telekinetically kept on, however, some lightsabers had a special "blade lock" feature.
The spinning attack technique was a trispzest-based technique, mastered by Maw. It consisted in the trispzest-user spinning wildly in the air while lashing out to all sides with the lightsaber, and was highly effective against multiple opponents. Jedi Grandmaster Yoda used it against Darth Tyranus during their duel on Geonosis. Yoda once again used this technique to battle Darth Sidious in the Senate chamber on Coruscant, though the skills of the Emperor as a duelist were great enough to counter this magnificent move.
A'Sharad Hett bucking Obi-Wan Kenobi in the face with his lightsaber hilt.For a style and method of fighting as focused on grace and precision as lightsaber combat, duelists resorted to physical contact with astonishing regularity.
- A frequent tactic among duelists was to buck opponents in the face with their lightsaber hilts, using it as a set of knuckle-dusters and leaving the opponent momentarily stunned. Examples of this tactic include when Darth Maul smashed his hilt into Qui-Gon Jinn's face during the final portion of their bout, stunning the Jedi Master and opening him up for a fatal thrust to the gut.
- Kicks were often applied in combat, as they allowed a duelist to attack an opponent's open body zone while their blade was occupied, or to off-balance the enemy duelists and knock him off his feet. Examples of this move include during the Duel on Mustafar, as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader were seen frequently kicking the other back to give themselves a moment to regain their composure, or during the Battle of Geonosis, where many Jedi combatants kicked down battle droids. In fact, it was not unheard of for duelists to augment their kicks with the Force, literally sending their opponents flying, such as when one of the Sith combatants during the Sacking of Coruscant kicked his Jedi counterpart.
- Punches saw frequent use in lightsaber duels, a common maneuver being to drive aside an opponents blade then catch him in the face with either a hook or a backhand. Examples of this include during the Duel in Theed when Qui-Gon Jinn backhanded Darth Maul, knocking the Sith Lord off one of the catwalks in the Theed Power Generator complex. Pre Vizsla attempted to punch Obi-Wan during their duel on Concordia.
- As the Force provided vastly enhanced physical strength, many more aggressive duelists would physically grab their opponents, usually by the neck to throttle, or by the wrist to disarm. Anakin Skywalker applied this tactic during his first duel with Asajj Ventress, albeit with the normal strength of his prosthetic arm rather than the Force, seizing her wrist and disarming her. Darth Vader applied both tactics simultaneously during his bout with Obi-Wan Kenobi, seizing Kenobi's wrist with his left hand and clamping down on the Jedi Master's throat with his right.
- As disarming was a common goal in lightsaber duels, it was not unheard of for both opponents to lose their weapons, causing the fight to degenerate into a brawl. Such unarmed combat was applied during the bout between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Grievous, though Grievous' cyborg body provided him with a clear advantage; or during the Battle of Dantooine, when Mace Windu lost his lightsaber in the chaos of the Seismic tank's attack, and proceeded to physically tear the droid army apart with his bare hands, augmenting his strength and stamina through the Force.
- As the various forms of lightsaber combat were combat forms, they were not limited to use with the lightsaber, and unarmed combat training was standard among many Force-based organizations. Combatants who display exceptional skill at applying their chosen form while unarmed include Kit Fisto, who was described as a "martial arts hurricane"; or Mace Windu, whose unarmed application of his Vaapad form was of such an advanced level that his fists were described as being too fast to see.
Trial of skillEdit
Lightsaber combat was the base point for a Jedi in the traditional Trial of Skill. To pass as a Jedi Knight, a Padawan must show the following:
- They must know all the forms, all the maneuvers, marks of contact (and perform these) of basic lightsaber combat.
- They must show they can use the Force to aid their combat
- They must go through a series of obstacles, often devised by the master for a personal course designed to test the Jedi's weaknesses and skills using the Force, their skills and prowess, and their lightsaber.
- They must prove themselves worthy by proving in combat that they know at least one main form to a very advanced degree and tested to a Jedi standard in a variety of ways and show that they have the skill.
- Must be able to use the saber throw efficiently and effectively.


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