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Another word for mind is consciousness. The mind is the embarkation point, the focal point and also the culmination point of Buddhism. The teachings of the Buddha help us to understand, shape and free the mind from delusions and suffering by transforming the ordinary mind into an enlightened mind. This has led scientists and other western scholars to describe Buddhism as ‘a science of the mind’.
So from a Buddhist perspective it is very important to understand the mind. There are two main reasons for this.
First, there is a close connection between the mind and karma (the law of cause and effect – a fundamental tenet of Buddhism) and second, our state of mind plays an important role in our experience of happiness and suffering (suffering is what Buddhism seeks to eliminate).
So what is mind?
In order to explain what mind is, it’s easiest to start with what mind is not.
Many people believe that the mind is the brain. Some think it is the heart. Some even think that it comes from a God. But in Buddhism we believe that the mind is a non-physical kind of energy and its function is to know and experience. Physical aspects like the condition of our physical body (if we are sick and suffering) can influence the mind and so can the actions and words of others, but the mind itself is not a physical entity. Similarly our state of mind plays a major role in how we perceive reality as well as our physical and mental well-being – but it is non-physical. It has no colour, shape, size, location, weight or any other physical characteristic. There is a constant interplay between the mind and the physical and external world, and this can cause on-going suffering since we are trapped in cyclical samsaric existence.
The mind can be said to be the sum total of all our conscious and unconscious experiences. The quest for Buddhists is to transform one’s mind to a state where it escapes the cycle of birth, death and suffering – a state that is clear, all knowing and perceives ultimate reality as opposed to relative reality (the illusionary reality as seen through the filter of our clouded/obscured mind)
The mind has two main qualities: clarity and knowingness (awareness). Without these qualities it cannot be labeled the mind. The mind is aware of one’s experiences and in order to exist it must be able to sense and perceive objects. It also reflects everything it experiences; good things and bad things just like a mirror.
Before I explain more it is important to mention that there are different levels of the mind that can be simply described as gross and subtle levels.
The gross mind encompasses the five senses and emotions such as anger, jealousy, love etc. But the subtle mind is very difficult to detect and is known as ‘the clear light mind’. This clear light mind has no beginning and end and it is this mind that Buddhists believe journeys from life to life in a process known as reincarnation.
Have you ever thought that the mind of a baby rat knows how to catch mice and a kitten’s mind knows how to suckle milk without being taught by their parents? This is all because of habits and actions of previous lives. Also some children from a very young age are naturally compassionate while others are very impatient and cruel even though their parents have never taught them how to hurt other living beings. Buddhists believe that these behaviour or personality types are due to previous lives. It is the imprints on the subtle mind from previous lives that carry over to the present life and manifest in different character traits due to the law of karma. Karma is a very complicated topic (the basis of another blog post I think) but for now it’s important just to understand that the mind is intricately connected to karma.
So the true nature of our mind is clarity and awareness – free of emotion – just like the crystal clear stillness of the ocean. Our unenlightened mind is a beginning-less continuum, an ever-flowing mountain steam, changing from moment to moment depending on if we are happy or sad, feeling physical pain or pleasurable sensations.
Emotions (both positive and negative), sensations and negative thoughts can make the mind unclear, just like waves disturb a crystal clear ocean. The aim of Buddhist practice is to attain (and maintain) the crystal clear nature of our mind. This can be achieved through following the Buddha’s teachings and mediation techniques that are essentially based on compassion and wisdom.
It was during Buddha’s third teaching (there are three main teachings) that he declared that all beings possess “Buddha nature” (Tathagatagarbha in Sanskrit) and have the potential to reach enlightenment. It is the clear light mind that contains the aspects of Buddha nature – a mind that has realized wisdom and emptiness.
Remember I said that one of the main characteristics of the mind is its ability to know? Well, the path to enlightenment requires the continued development of understanding, or knowingness. And to continue to develop it until we have a clear light mind that understands and knows everything (Buddhahood or enlightenment).
The problem (especially in our modern world) is that we have become attached to our sense of separateness – the “I” or the ego. Our mind thinks that this is who we are but it is not. We are lost in a sea of confusion – grasping to form rather than spending time developing our awareness. For example the ego can make us angry and upset, as it is always grasping for external things to create happiness and to end suffering. When ego-addictions such as food, shopping and serial relationships do not end our suffering, we crave more of these external stimuli. This vicious cycle traps a person in a ‘samsaric existence’ – of wanting, gaining temporary happiness and relief from suffering that leads only to more wanting.
Our mind in this state is out of control– unconsciously influenced by external forces due to the belief in a separate self. This complete delusion is not an accurate reflection of the true nature of our mind, and thus reality. This confusion is like clouds passing through a blue sky. If you can clear away the clouds you are left with the clear blue sky, which is the true nature of our mind that will then accurately reflect the ultimate nature of reality. Buddhists are aiming to clear their mind of these clouds in order to reveal the blue sky – the true nature of our mind.
Put simply: the clear light mind is the fundamental state of our mind– a blissfulness and happiness that can’t be lost. In this state of mind, ultimate truth is indivisible from relative truth. There is no separation – all is one.
In the words of Shakyamuni Buddha:
“ The nature of the mind is unity of awareness and emptiness…. the nature of mind is clear light”
By Lopen Namgay Tenzin.
(Sub-editing by Sasha Wakefield)

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Pest management for the Australian sweetpotato industry (PW22000)
What is it all about?
This project is investigating nematode population diversity in Australian sweetpotato-growing soils in order to develop effective control strategies and provide improved virus diagnostic methods for the industry.
The research through this project will improve knowledge of plant-parasitic nematode populations (including variations in pathogenicity) for Australian sweetpotato growers through surveillance, characterisation, and pathogenicity testing. An updated selection of resistant rotation crops will be available to growers through screening of new crops/cultivars against current nematode pests and any new species/populations of concern that are identified in the project.
This project will enhance current gold standard sweetpotato virus diagnostics, streamline protocols and evaluate new methods for improved accuracy and rapid in field detection to maintain optimal seedbed production and avoid virus build up.
The research will contribute to reduced crop losses by enhancing knowledge of sustainable pest and disease practices. For example, fit-for-purpose knowledge of the appropriate resistant rotation crops and sweetpotato cultivars for a location or nematode pathotype, facilitates sustainable production. Research on nematode pest populations, crop resistance, enhanced diagnostics and awareness of exotic virus threats also helps to improve industry preparedness and resilience to current and future biosecurity threats.
This project is a strategic levy investment in the Hort Innovation Sweetpotato Fund


Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2024 defensive linemen
With the updated 2024 Rivals250 being unveiled Tuesday, it's time to look at the updated position rankings. The offensive position rankings were released Wednesday and today the defensive position rankings are in the spotlight. Up first is the defensive line.
NEW 2024 POSITIONS RANKINGS: Pro-Style QB | Dual-Threat QB | Running back | All-Purpose Back | Wide receiver | Tight end | Offensive Tackle | Offensive Guard | Center | Defensive Tackle | Weakside Defensive End | Strongside Defensive End | Inside Linebacker | Outside Linebacker | Cornerback | Safety | Athlete
RIVALS RANKINGS WEEK SCHEDULE
Sunday: Who should be No. 1?
Friday: State rankings
Who's No. 1?
There wasn't much movement among the very top players in the country and Nwaneri retained the No. 1 defensive lineman ranking in the Rivals250 and stayed at No. 3 overall. The recent Missouri commit, who chose the Tigers over Oklahoma, Georgia, Oregon and Tennessee, gives head coach Eliah Drinkwitz and his staff an instant impact player. Nwaneri has all the physical talent in the world (6-foot-6, 265 pounds with speed, quickness, and strength) and has worked hard to improve from a technical standpoint throughout the offseason. Now, the season is upon us and Nwaneri will be able to show everyone a preview of what they'll see at the next level.
Nwaneri leads a very impressive group of seven five-star defensive linemen. No. 5 overall Colin Simmons recently committed to Texas while Ohio State picked up a huge commitment from No. 8 overall Justin Scott just before July 4. At the beginning of August, South Carolina added a commitment from No. 16 overall Dylan Stewart. David Stone (No. 10 overall), Kamarion Franklin (No. 11 overall) and Eddrick Houston (No. 17 overall) are the remaining uncommitted five-star defensive linemen but each of them will have announced their decisions by the end of the month.
Movers & Shakers
Multiple five-stars are getting close to announcing their decisions. David Stone, the fourth-highest-ranked defensive lineman in the Rivals250, is set to come off the board on Aug. 26. Miami, Michigan State and Oklahoma are the teams to watch out for there. Five-star Kamarion Franklin, the fifth highest-ranked defensive lineman in the Rivals250, is expected to announce his commitment on Saturday. Auburn is in good position here but Miami is a team to watch out for along with Tennessee and Ole Miss. Look for five-star Eddrick Houston, the seventh-highest-ranked defensive lineman in the Rivals250, to announce his commitment on Aug. 22. Ohio State is viewed as the leader as we head down the stretch but Georgia, Clemson, Alabama and USC are in the mix.
Tennessee has the momentum in Rivals250 No. 81 overall Jordan Ross' recruitment. Florida and Georgia are in the mix and so is Alabama. Oregon is working hard to get his attention as well. With his Aug. 21 decision date less than a week away, the Vols are doing all they can to make sure Ross doesn't slip away.
Oklahoma seemed like the early favorite for Rivals250 No. 82 overall Nigel Smith but he's gone through the recruiting process and took official visits to Ohio State, Penn State, Texas and Texas A&M along with one to Oklahoma. The Sooners worked hard to keep his attention throughout the process and it seems like they're still holding onto that top spot. Smith will announce his commitment on Sept. 8 so there is a little less than a month for teams to still jockey for position.


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On July 5th, 2022, Governor Larry Hogan issued the following statement:
“Over the course of my administration, I have consistently supported the right of law-abiding citizens to own and carry firearms, while enacting responsible and common sense measures to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and the mentally ill.
“Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a provision in New York law pertaining to handgun permitting that is virtually indistinguishable from Maryland law. In light of the ruling and to ensure compliance with the Constitution, I am directing the Maryland State Police to immediately suspend utilization of the ‘good and substantial reason’ standard when reviewing applications for Wear and Carry Permits. It would be unconstitutional to continue enforcing this provision in state law. There is no impact on other permitting requirements and protocols.
“Today’s action is in line with actions taken by other states in response to the recent ruling.”
In response, the Maryland State Police provided this advisory:
The Maryland State Police Licensing Division is in the process of updating the Licensing Portal to reflect these changes. Until these updates are complete, applicants submitting a Wear and Carry Permit application are directed to select “Personal Protection / Category Not Listed Above” as their “Handgun Permit Category”. Applicants are not required to attach documents to the “PERSONAL PROTECTION DOCUMENTATION” section on the “Upload Documents” page of the Wear and Carry Permit application.
Additional information and a link to the Licensing Portal, can be found on the Maryland State Police website. Maryland State Police Licensing Division.
We welcome the Governor's order and the decision to comply with the Supreme Court's decision in Bruen. For the first time in decades, ordinary responsible, law-abiding citizens in Maryland will have their Second Amendment right for self-defense outside the home respected. We stress that permit holders, nationwide, are the most law-abiding persons there are, with crime rates far below that of commissioned police officers. The Second Amendment is not a threat to the public. It protects the right of self-defense and that protection is fully consistent with public safety.
For everything on how to apply for a Maryland Wear and Carry permit, check out our in-depth guide HERE.
We are pleased and gratified that Maryland's "good and substantial reason" requirement will no longer be enforced. MSI has pushed for that result for as long as it has existed and the Supreme Court has now confirmed that carry outside the home by responsible, law-abiding citizens is a fundamental constitutional right. At last, Marylanders will be treated like people in other "shall issue" jurisdictions, like the residents of 43 other States and the District of Columbia.
Of course, Maryland still has a litany of other laws and restrictions hostile to the Second Amendment. Our suit against Maryland's Handgun Qualification License requirement will continue in the Fourth Circuit, where briefing is now underway after the decision in Bruen.The challenge to Maryland's so-called assault weapons ban was remanded for further proceedings by the Supreme Court after the decision in Bruen, as were challenges to New Jersey's and California's bans on so-called "large-capacity magazines." Those suits have been reinvigorated by the Court's analysis of the Second Amendment. Future legislation will now have to pass muster under Bruen.
Some members of the Maryland General Assembly have met the Governor's announcement with disdain and the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate have both pledged to pass new laws when the legislature meets next session. Doubtless, some members of the General Assembly will attempt to make the exercise of the right to keep and bear arms as difficult and burdensome as possible. Some gun control groups are already calling for as much. MSI needs your support and, when session begins, your testimony. We cannot do this alone. Please don't be a free-rider. If you are already a member, thank you, and tell a friend about MSI.

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A lovely reflection of the season.
An enchanting Yuletide poem to remind us of the true reason for the season.
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Twas the night before Yuletide and all through the glen
Not a creature was stirring, not a fox, not a hen.
A mantle of snow shone brightly that night
As it lay on the ground, reflecting moonlight.
The faeries were nestled all snug in their trees,
Unmindful of flurries and a chilly north breeze.
The elves and the gnomes were down in their burrows,
Sleeping like babes in their soft earthen furrows.
When low! The earth moved with a thunderous quake,
Causing chairs to fall over and dishes to break.
The Little Folk scrambled to get on their feet
Then raced to the river where they usually meet.
“What happened?” they wondered, they questioned, they probed,
As they shivered in night clothes, some bare-armed, some robed.
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Another month without attending a dog show, way too hot and besides we were busy playing with Bliss’s babies!! We will however be out... Read More
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Amidst rumors of a major dream match at SummerSlam against Charlotte Flair, Trish Stratus has been confirmed for a segment on this Tuesday’s SmackDown.
Trish Stratus will be the guest on the returning talk show of Jerry Lawler, The King’s Court:
“When SmackDown LIVE descends on The Home of the Blues this Tuesday night, Memphis’ own WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler will return to the blue brand to host a special edition of “The King’s Court.” And his royal guest will be none other than fellow Hall of Famer Trish Stratus!
What will The King have in store for the seven-time Women’s Champion? We’ll find out this Tuesday at 8/7 C on SmackDown LIVE.”
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Ask a Dog Vet and Get Answers to Your Dog Health Questions
Good Morning and welcome to Just answer. I am Dr. Loretta, a licensed veterinarian and I am happy to answer your question.
My lab mix (90 lbs) is freaking out. We have a lot of wind today. I have a prescription for lorazepam .5mg, can i give him any?
This medication is used in dogs for anxiety issues but since it is a controlled drug, you will have to have your vet examine your dog to see if this medication is required...this is required by law...what is wrong that your dog would need this?
he is panting, crawling under furniture, crawling up on me. I have a torn rotator cuff and am scheduled for surgery on the 8th, I am in pain myself and cannot have him pushing one me and crawling up on me.
okay, so you left, so glad I just paid $18 for nothing, great.
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are you a real vet or just someone answering posts
It does appear that your guy is anxious about something and this may be related to your condition which changes the environment in the house.....
Yes, I am a licensed veterinarian....
yes, he is a big time mamma boy
he knows I'm in pain and injured
Call your vet and explain the situation....there are other medications that would be better for this situation. the dose of this is 0.5 mg per kg of your dog's weight but since this is a prescription medication, you are required to have a physical exam by law.

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Unlike its predecessor, ‘Don 2’ chooses to opt for a different storyline.
While the 2006 film was a remake of the Amitabh Bachchan starrer ‘Don’ (1978), the sequel does not belong to the stylized “mafia” genre but opts for the “heist” genre.
Hrithik Roshan’s portrayal of the enigmatic thief has been considered as one of his best performances till date.
The film was a huge success and is one of the top grossing Bollywood films of all time. When ‘Shalimar’ released in 1978, not may cared for it.
A sequel to the hit film ‘Dhoom’ (2004), what makes this film so unique as compared to the other Bollywood heist films is that its technologically advanced robber.
The film is full of action packed sequences with creatively designed robberies.
Well, what better way to push the limits than a brilliant suspense or mystery movie?
To amend his wrong-doings, Roy chooses to help an amateur conman Dittu played by Deshmukh to dupe a mobster who hurt Dittu’s family.
These past few years have seen an abnormal and very welcome rise in superhero television shows.


The Affordable Care Act: Helping Providers Help Patients A Menu of Options for Improving CareWhen doctors and other health care providers can work together to coordinate patient care,patients receive higher quality care and we all see lower costs. Thanks to the Affordable CareAct, healthcare providers have a range of ways to partner with the Centers for Medicare &Medicaid Services (CMS) to get new support and resources to do just that. There are options forhealthcare providers of all sizes, types, all across the country.Partnership for Patients: CMS has dedicated up to $1 billion over three years to test caremodels to reduce hospital-acquired conditions and improve transitions in care. This public-private partnership supports the efforts of physicians, nurses and other clinicians to make caresafer and better coordinate patients’ transitions from hospitals to other settings. The CMSInnovation Center will aid dissemination of proven methods for dramatically reducing both harmcaused in hospitals and preventable hospital readmissions. To date, over 6,000 organizations—including more than 3,000 hospitals—have joined the Partnership for Patients and pledged tosupport its goals. The partnership has the potential to save 60,000 lives and reduce millions ofpreventable injuries and complications in patient care over the next three years and save up to$50 billion over 10 years;Bundled Payments for Care Improvement: The Bundled Payments for Care Improvementinitiative seeks to improve patient care by fostering improved coordination through four broadly-defined, patient-centered approaches. Three models involve a retrospective bundled paymentarrangement, and one model would pay providers prospectively. Through the Bundled Paymentsinitiative, providers have great flexibility in selecting conditions to bundle, developing the healthcare delivery structure, and determining how payments will be allocated among participatingproviders.Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative: This initiative will help primary care practicesdeliver higher quality, more coordinated and patient-centered care in a handful of selectedmarkets. In addition to regular fee-for-service payments, CMS will pay primary care practices amonthly fee for clinicians to: help patients with serious or chronic diseases follow personalizedcare plans; give patients 24-hour access to care and health information; deliver preventive care;engage patients and their families in their own care; and to work together with other doctors,including specialists, to provide better coordinated care. Under the initiative, Medicare willwork with private and State health insurance plans to offer similar support to primary carepractices that better coordinate care for their patients.Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Advanced Primary Care PracticeDemonstration: This demonstration evaluates the impact of advanced primary care practice onimproving care, focusing on prevention, and reducing healthcare costs among Medicarebeneficiaries served by FQHCs. It will assess the impact that additional support has on FQHCs’ability to transform their practice and become formally recognized as a patient-centered medicalhome. This demonstration, operated by the CMS Innovation Center in partnership with theHealth Resources Services Administration (HRSA), will test the effectiveness of doctors and 1 other health professionals working in teams to coordinate and improve care for up to 195,000Medicare patients.Medicare Shared Savings Program for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs): TheMedicare Shared Savings Program will allow providers who voluntarily agree to work togetherto coordinate care for patients and who meet certain quality standards to share in any savingsthey achieve for the Medicare program. ACOs which elect to become accountable for sharedlosses have the opportunity to share in greater savings. ACOs will coordinate and integrateMedicare services, with success being gauged by roughly 30 quality measures organized in fourdomains. These domains include patient experience, care coordination and patient safety,preventive health and at-risk populations. The higher the quality of care providers deliver, themore shared savings their Accountable Care Organization may earn, provided they also lowergrowth in health care expenditures.Advance Payment Accountable Care Organization Model: The Advanced Payment modelwill provide additional support to physician-owned and rural providers participating in theMedicare Shared Savings Program who also would benefit from additional start-up resources tobuild the necessary infrastructure, such as new staff or information technology systems. Theadvance payments would be recovered from shared savings achieved by the Accountable CareOrganization.Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model: The Pioneer model is an initiativecomplementary to the Medicare Shared Savings Program designed for organizations withexperience providing integrated care across settings. The Pioneer Model tests a rapid transitionto a population-based model of care, and engages other payers in moving toward outcomes-basedcontracts. 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What You Need To Know About Lynx Point Siamese Cats
Do you ever start reading about cat breeds for fun, and then become slightly convinced that your cat is every breed? Oh, just me. Okay cool!
If you are trying to figure out what breed your cat is, starting at locations like this are a really great starting point. Now, If you are thinking your cat may have some Siamese in them, but don’t completely hit the Siamese cat breed, then there is a chance they are a Lynx Point Siamese Cat.
If you love the distinct personality of a traditional Siamese but don’t like the breed’s aggressiveness, then the Lynx Point Siamese gives you the best of both worlds. So, what is a Lynx Point Siamese cat?
A Lynx Point Siamese Cat is the offspring of a traditional Siamese Cat and a typical tabby American Shorthair cat.
Some also have been known to title them things such as the Tabby Points or Colorpoint shorthairs, or just Lynx Point.
The tabby mix in the breed allows them to be more laid-back and relaxed than a typical Siamese cat breed. They are a more low-maintenance cat with a friendly personality.
History Of Lynx Point Siamese Cats
So where did the Lynx Point Cats come from?
The Lynx Point Siamese actually originated out of human doing. This breed did not come to life until the 1940’s or 50’s. The Siamese cat was gaining popularity in England as they were introduced to the Cat Fancy Council (GCCF) at the time.
Thus a human bred a traditional Siamese cat with an American Shorthair, creating this beautiful breed. Surprisingly, even though the breed was created in the mid 40’s, it tool roughly 15 years to really gain popularity. (I assume more than a few cats needed to be bred to start to see the true wonder of this breed).
When trying to tell individuals the name of this cat breed, you have a few options like I mentioned earlier. Lynx Point, Tabby Point, and Colorpoints can really be used interchangeably. I always recommend people call them whatever name they like the best. I mean what other breed has OPTIONS as to what to call them?
Some of these names are simply a way to categorize the various colors and patterns of the Siamese.
What Does A Lynx Point Siamese Look Like?
Alright, so tell me something before you keep reading this. Did you Google Image what they look like when you first started reading this? I actually came across this breed in the same way, except backwards.
I saw a beautiful cat with a similar body to a traditional Siamese, but some features were just different. Asked their owner and immediately went deep into research mode.
A typical Lynx Point Siamese is going to vary significantly in size based on their parents. Largely because Siamese and American Shorthair can have wide ranges when it comes to build.
On average, they have a medium frame with a thin image, very similar to a Siamese.
Lynx Point Siamese cats typically weigh between 6-12 pounds, but again they can weigh more if their parents were a sturdier frame.
Despite their dainty frame, this breed is actually very muscular underneath it all. This makes them a surprisingly athletic breed.
What Colors Are Lynx Point Siamese Cats?
Although there are not many distinct attributes in the body, the Lynx Point has several color options, and their pattern is very different.
You can see Lynx Point Siamese Cats in shades anywhere from apricot to chocolate. Other shades include: cinnamon, red, caramel, seal, blue, and lilac. The tortoiseshell appearance in this breed is extremely rare. (So if you have a tortie that you think may be a Lynx Point Cat, there are probably another breed. Maybe mixed with a Lynx Point Cat?)
What makes Lynx Point Siamese special is their distinct rings of color. This breed will have these rings that extend from their cheeks, legs, and up through the tail. As the cat ages, the various rings will darken.
Another important distinction is that these kitties have an ‘M’ on their foreheads, due to their stripes. (So if you ever see cats on Instagram with M on their foreheads and have memes made out of them…that is because of their breed. Pretty cool, huh?!)
How is the Lynx Point’s Personality?
With the typical Siamese cat, you either love them or you hate them. This is because they have a very distinct personality. They are affectionate cats, curious, and always looking to be involved with their human.
These cats are inquisitive creatures and love to get into messes when you are not around. It is not uncommon for Siamese owners to have to ‘cat-proof’ their home as if they had a toddler running around. Siamese cats are also people-oriented cats.
When we talk about the Lynx Point Siamese, you can imagine very similar qualities. However, it is a more watered-down, or subdued, version of the traditional Siamese.
This breed is still known for being chatty and curious, but not to the point where you need to pet proof every single inch of your home. For people who love the neediness of a Siamese cat but find their antics annoying, Lynx Point cats are a perfect substitution.
Lynx Point Siamese vs. Regular Siamese
Besides the fact that a Lynx point is mixed with another breed to create, there are actually a lot of similarities between a Lynx Point and a typical “Seal Point” Siamese cat.
Their bodies are relatively similar, with the most distinction coming from the pattern of each cat.
The biggest difference comes in their personalities and their coating. Siamese cats only have a seal point coloration, with color in the paws, tail tips, face, and other extremities. There is a high contrast between their pattern and the rest of their body.
Do Lynx Point Siamese Cats Shed?
Are Lynx Point Siamese Cats considered hypoallergenic?
In truth, there are really no cats that are actually hypoallergenic. A true cat allergy comes from a protein found in a cat’s salvia, oils, and urine.
However, The Lynx Point cat is a short-haired cat, so they may not shed as much as other cats. The shorter hair also makes it easier to groom these cats. This makes it less likely for irritants from cats, such as fur and dander, to float through the air.
When most people think of cat allergies, they think of the sneezing and watery eyes, however, this is due to irritants like those mentioned above. So if you have a sensitivity to cats but are not completely allergic, then this a great breed. You just want to make sure you continue to groom them on a regular basis.
Average Lifespan Of A Lynx Point
So how long do Lynx Point Siamese cats live? The lifespan of a typical Lynx Point Siamese cat is anywhere from 15 to 20 years. There are actually many cases where this breed has lived past 20 years with the proper care and diet.
Interestingly enough, there is a standard rule when it comes to mixed breeds. The rule is that a purebred cat doesn’t live as long as a mixed breed cat.
Luckily, Lynx Point Siamese cats are considered one of the exceptions to this case.
How Much is a Lynx Point Siamese?
If you are interested in purchases a Lynx Point Cat, my first recommendation would always be to check your local shelters first. You never know if they could be sitting on a gold mine because someone else didn’t realize what they had.
However, if no shelters are carrying this little breed, there are several breeders that specialized in Lynx Point Siamese cats.
Depending on demand and location, a kitten could cost anywhere from $500-$1200 for this breed. Especially if they have all their shots and are microchipped. If you want to break down the true cost to adopt a cat, make sure you check out ‘How Much Does It Actually Cost To Adopt A Cat?’
Finally, if you do decide to go with a breeder, make sure you find one who takes special care to meet the kitten’s medical needs. Always find a breeder that treats the animals well and keeps them happy and safe. If they are pushing for them to leave the mother before the typical 8 week period, then they are not a creditable breeder.
Should You Adopt A Lynx Point?
When you think of a Lynx Point Siamese cat, the best way that I can describe them is a watered down version of a Siamese cat. In every sense of the word.
Their coats tend to be lighter, their attitudes calmer, and they also involve less shedding.
If you are trying to decide between a Lynx Point and a typical Siamese cat, make sure you check out Everything You Need To Know About Siamese Cats.


Thiruvananthapuram: West Indies cricketer Denesh Ramdin won several hearts after showing a sweet gesture towards a young Indian fan ahead of the 2nd T20I of the three-match rubber against the Virat Kohli-led side here on Sunday.
Reportedly, when the Windies team bus was heading towards the Greenfield Stadium for the match, Ramdin got off from the bus as he saw a young girl waving towards his team. After getting down, Ramdin met the four-year-old girl and handed her two tickets for the match along with a gift.
Ramdin was, however, dropped from the West Indies playing XI for Sunday’s T20I and was replaced by Nicholas Pooran, who played a 18-ball 38-run cameo, helping his side win the affair by eight wickets and level the rubber 1-1.
In Sunday’s contest, India’s Shivam Dube scored his maiden half-century and scored 54 runs to help the hosts put a decent total of 170 runs on the board. However, West Indies batsman Lendl Simmons’ 67 not out guided his side to the victory.
“It is really special for me because it is first 50 from my side to the Indian team. But not happy because winning the match is more important for me,” Dube told reporters after the match.
“We lost the match today but I think we will come back in the next match,” he added.
Both the teams will now square-off in the third and final T20I in Mumbai on Wednesday.


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Nasaya, a music producer as well as a multi-instrumentalist who familiar with the song ‘Stuck In A Bubble’ in 2020 and this time officially released their newest mini album aka EP entitled Pirilampo‘. As usual, Nasaya is not alone in working on each song. This time he invited the singer from Portugal, Maro, to collaborate on the EP.
Also read: Big Red Machine Shows Many Top Collaborators On Their Second Album
Regarding the EP, Nasaya stated, “This EP is a very special project for me. Collaborating with Maro is the most fun thing in music after a long time because we try new things that we have never tried. This EP is like a world of its own and I can’t wait for all of you to hear it.”
The figure of Maro is often heralded by Lennon Stella as his favorite singer and has also toured with Jacob Colier. “This EP is the first of Maro and Nasaya’s next collaborative projects. I really love this EP and I can’t wait for this EP as well as the other works that we are still working on together to finally be released,” said Maro when commenting on Pirilampo.
Please note that Nasaya and Maro are graduates of the Berklee College Of Music. They try to unite the taste, taste and musicality between the two, creating an electronic music offering that brings the nuances of dance, R&B, and indie-soul music. This ep was released under the auspices of the Foreign Family Collective label containing 4 songs with a euphoric feel.
Nasaya’s New EP Floods With Positive Responses
Maro himself is member from Jacob Collier’s band for live purposes and has toured with Jacob so far. To date, Maro has racked up more than 17 million streams and is one of the most genre-flexible musicians in his class.
Two songs in the album, ‘Tempo’ and ‘I See It Coming’, were released some time ago through an audio streaming service platform. So far, the EP has received a lot of response and positive responses from a number of well-known publications such as SPIN, Noctis Magazine, C-Heads, TheSoundYouNeed and Quip Mag.
Also read: CHVRCHES “Screen Violence” Releases, Exploration of Exotic Dark Synth-Pop
So what are you waiting for? Prepare a glass of warm tea and reading books along with a place with a calm atmosphere. Nasaya and Maro will invite you to sink and drift away in the euphoria that is presented in the Pirilampo.
2. I SEE IT COMING
3. TONE A VER
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Editor: Arslan Musyfia

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A physiological, unbalanced model is presented that explicitly describes growth of the marine cyanobacterium Trichodesmium sp. at the expense of N2 (diazotrophy). The model involves the dynamics of intracellular reserves of carbon and nitrogen and allows the uncoupling of the metabolism of these elements. The results show the transient dynamics of N2 fixation when combined nitrogen (NO3–, NH4+) is available and the increased rate of N2 fixation when combined nitrogen is insufficient to cover the demand. The daily N2 fixation pattern that emerges from the model agrees with measurements of rates of nitrogenase activity in laboratory cultures of Trichodesmium sp. Model simulations explored the influence of irradiance levels and the length of the light period on fixation activity and cellular carbon and nitrogen stoichiometry. Changes in the cellular C/N ratio resulted from allocations of carbon to different cell compartments as demanded by the growth of the organism. The model shows that carbon availability is a simple and efficient mechanism to regulate the balance of carbon and nitrogen fixed (C/N ratio) in filaments of cells. The lowest C/N ratios were obtained when the light regime closely matched nitrogenase dynamics.


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A quiet food revolution has developed in London over the past few years. People passionate about good food and the planet have been providing an alternative to pollution-inducing delivery services. Although not yet common, a range of meals delivered by bike has increasingly become available. Some artisan businesses have also taken to two wheels to deliver to trade customers. These deliveries have the benefit of speed, as cyclists are able to nimbly nip through congested London traffic.
Lunch BXD was set up by two friends who met while training at Leiths School of Food and Wine. They created their own company to deliver great tasting, healthy and seasonal food. Individual lunch boxes can be ordered by 10 am each day within central London. They are delivered for free by bike no later than 1 pm. Each lunch comes in a fully recyclable box, with a wooden fork and napkin.
Aimed at central London workers who eat at their desks, Al Desco offers breakfast and lunch options, and meals are delivered by British bicycles with trailers. Sandwich platters are made from biodegradable materials, and the Al Desco team recycles and minimises packaging as much as possible.
Founder Eccie Newton launched Karma Cans after being inspired by tiffin deliveries in Mumbai. Karma Cans delivers food for free around central London in either reusable tiffin tins or disposable, eco-friendly containers, along with metal cutlery. Meals are made on the morning of the delivery or the night before, with ingredients sourced locally and sustainably wherever possible. The focus is on providing balanced meals; customers choose between meat or vegetarian options.
Pronto offers free and speedy delivery within the City of London. It takes an average of 20 minutes for lunch or dinner to be delivered to desk or door. All meals are cooked from scratch, and the website has lovely pictures of each ingredient used. Pronto sources their ingredients from local producers and keeps waste to a minimum. Meals start at £7 and there is no minimum order.
Home Cooking SE24 is Slow Food-approved and aims to share authentic Italian food. Founders Giuseppina and Totò grew up in Sicily and lived in Tuscany, where they were private chefs. They supply evening meals, with orders placed by phone and delivered by bike within 40 minutes. Home Cooking SE24 delivers to Lambeth (SE24) and East Dulwich (SE22), plus some surrounding areas.
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If you prefer to make your own meals, Cycling Veg offers crate delivery of a wide range of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Choose a set crate or customise one to your own tastes. Cycling Veg delivers for free within central London and down to the SE15, SW16 and SW17 postcodes. Day and evening delivery slots are available, and delivery cyclists visit each area once a week.
Using a Dutch delivery bicycle, E5 Bakehouse delivers organic sourdough bread to local cafes and restaurants from its base under a railway arch near London Fields. All the flour used is organic and, when possible, is sourced directly from UK farms. Sustainability is key; energy comes from renewable sources, packaging is biodegradable and the team recycles or composts waste.
The Little Bread Pedlar delivers handmade croissants and brownies to cafes across London. Nichola Gensler established her business after working as a chef and pastry chef for 10 years. She started selling croissants, cakes and bread as Cherry Pippin in Pimlico but has now grown to become the Little Bread Pedlar and has moved her business to Bermondsey.
Based in a micro-bakery in North London, Bread By Bike makes naturally leavened sourdough breads, with flour sourced from Shipton Mill in Gloucestershire. Delivery is free in North London, and there is no minimum order. All packaging is recycled and biodegradable, and Bread By Bike also ensures that energy used in the bakery comes from a renewable energy supplier.

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A child’s presence is a fulfilling experience. As a young girl, I loved to spend time with my neighbors’ children and I have always dreamed of having kids someday. I loved my nieces and nephews dearly but they weren’t around much to experience the happiness of raising kids. After my marriage, years rolled by with no child of my own, it was so depressing. My husband tried so much to cheer me up. He would arrange for medical consultations hoping that something positive will emerge to bring joy into our lives. Wherever we consulted a gynecologists, medications and treatments were prescribed, but no one ventured to examine the root cause thoroughly.
I was obstinately focused. I wanted a child of my own. My brother lavished more love and care on us and he was determined to find a way out of our problem. He brought me to GG Hospital. The tests results at GG detected that I had “Chocolate cysts”. Moreover, I was suggested to take treatment on wheezing problems prior to the actual treatment which took almost 3 years.
I would repeatedly question Dr. Kamala Selvaraj. “Will I ever have a baby?”. She would reply, “Yes, if you believe you can”. She wanted me to eliminate fear and doubt out of my mind but I continued to fret so much that it began to corrode my thinking. I have completely lost interest in life.
I was married to my aunt’s son. He is understanding and committed. Whenever the subject of having a baby cropped up, he would skillfully change the subject of conversation. He was so caring and sensitive to my yearning even though he was going through similar trauma. I would think, “Oh God, why are you doing this to such a wonderful person?”
The gloom disappeared one final day. I got pregnant. I relished every minute of this God-given experience but the happiness was short-lived. During the 7th month of pregnancy, I have been told that there was no discernible fetal heartbeat, I was anguished that I felt like my heart stopped right away. My husband was so distraught at the very thought of being deprived.
I came out of my depression only when I learned that I was pregnant again. This time I did not want to take any chances – I stayed near GG hospital till I delivered the baby. It was the most beautiful moment in my life. Finally, I got the chance to hold my baby in my arms, which I was longing for. After being aware of my successful delivery through observation, my sister- in-law consulted GG hospital for her treatment.
The striking factor about this place is that you are treated as a holistic human being who has fears, aspirations, emotions and quirks. So, one would never feel this is a hospital. Our confidence gets boosts up just by seeing the couples, who once yearned for a child; walks out with their newborn baby. There are so many hospitals where they treat the patients, not even considering their mental status. But here at GG Hospital, the doctors and the clinical staffs prioritize mental and emotional status of the patients apart from the clinical treatment. They are never tired of this. The most important part is their determination to help you conceive a child. Doctors and nurses are always around, whenever you need them.
Those who approach the hospital for treatment should have patience, perseverance, faith and a mindset to follow the doctor’s instructions strictly. They guarantee you to achieve the results.
I gave birth to a baby boy and my sister-in-law delivered a female baby. I underwent treatment here for about 10 years, while it took my sister-in- law eight years.
Today, my son is well versed in recitation, reading, and math- yet; he hasn’t begun his schooling! My heart is full of love and compassion for him. It is astonishing to see what science can make possible for people like me! I would like to say to those who crave to become a mother, not to be superstitious. Just by going round and round the Arasamaram, you cannot conceive a child – you have to seek scientific help. And please remember, everything becomes possible with patience, faith, and perseverance.

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The brachial muscle originates on the caudal surface of the proximal humerus, just distal to the humeral neck and extends over the lateral surface of the humerus in the spiral groove of humerus, and finally reaches the medial side, where it inserts on the radial and the ulnar tuberosities.
In the horse, the brachial muscle ends with one tendon on the medial aspect of the radius, just distal to the biceps muscle of the forearm and one branch passes under the medial collateral ligament to insert on the interosseous membrane of the elbow joint.
Origin: Caudal on neck of humerus
Insertion: medial on radius and ulna
Action: flexor the elbow joint
Nerve: Musculocutaneous nerve

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In rare good news on the California drought, extremely dry conditions in northern parts of the state improved by 10% after a series of strong storms.
This week’s U.S. Drought Monitor reports extreme conditions throughout the state dropped from 77% last week to 67%. The positive change occurred mostly in northwestern California and the Santa Cruz Mountains between San Francisco and Santa Cruz. The northern half of the Santa Lucia Range, which is along the Central Coast, also saw drought conditions improve.
Patterns are created and reflected from water receding on the bed of Folsom Lake. As the state ends the fourth-driest water year on record with no guarantee of significant rain and snow this winter, Californians face the prospect of stricter rationing and meager irrigation deliveries.
A translucent freshwater bryozoa is illuminated by the rising sun on the receding banks of Folsom Lake, which was 35% of capacity as of Sept. 30. One of the lake’s five boat ramps remains in operation and boaters are restricted to 5 mph.
The effects of California’s ongoing drought are evident at Diamond Valley Lake in Hemet as shells, once under water, lie in the soil of recently exposed banks.
Severe drought conditions reveal more than 600 empty docks sitting on dry, cracked dirt at Folsom Lake Marina, which is one of the largest inland marinas in California.
Extremely low levels of water flowing through meandering streams of the east fork of the San Gabriel River in the Angeles National Forest show the effects of the prolonged drought. The water flows into the San Gabriel Dam and the Morris Dam, further downstream.
Meanwhile, exceptional drought in California — the most severe classification — remained unchanged at nearly 40%.
A series of strong Pacific storms brought much-needed rainfall to Northern California, according to David Simeral, a research scientist with the Western Regional Climate Center.
Portions of Northern California were battered by widespread heavy downpours last weekend, bringing the “first significant precipitation” since December, he said.
The storms were subtropical, so most of the moisture was rain and had little effect on snowpack levels in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
The storm system dumped 3 to 15 inches of rain across the Northern California region. Three to 10 inches fell in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Runoff from the storm, however, added 500,000 acre-feet of water to California’s four major reservoirs – Folsom, Oroville, Shasta and Trinty, he said.
But even with all the rain, some reservoir storage is still low, Simeral said.
The last week was also unseasonably warm for the entire western U.S. Temperatures were 3 to 15 degrees above normal in California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.

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Tiddly Inks has some gorgeous new releases! From Teacher Helper Wryn and Fairy Exceptional Teacher to Willow fairy and her friends, these new designs are sure to delight the crafter and stamp-lover of all ages.
If you would like to see these new releases, and all of their wonderful stamping images and papers, you can see them here: Tiddly Inks. I really enjoy these images from Tiddly Inks, they speak to me as a mother, and as an educator, where I see so many great little personalities just waiting to be nurtured into all that they can be.
Today I have two pieces to show you. The first is a card, using Teacher Helper Wryn. I am an Educational Assistant at a small Catholic Elementary school, so this stamp and the teacher one both spoke to me :)
The card is 4.5 x 5.5, and is made from old book paper :) Yes, that's right, you heard me...old book paper. I taped a page from an old dictionary to a piece of cardstock and printed the Teacher Helper Wryn Digi stamp onto it. But first, I layered her on top of a digital stamp of an old book using the png files. This was new for me, but it's a technique I have been wanting to try for a while.
Those of you who know me, know I have a hard time with copics because I shake..a lot. So after years of painting with a paint brush, I re-discovered colored pencils and have fallen in love all over again. I bought myself a nice set of Prismacolor Premiere, and now I can color to my heart's content.
I have colored right on top of the book page, but there are a few tips & tricks I would advise you to take heed of if you want to give this technique a try. I have posted about these tips and tricks, and you can find them here.
I used my Tim Holtz flower die to make the flower out of the same dictionary page and added a globe charm to the "book mark". I love the effect of the coloring on the book page. It is very unique.
My second piece is a mini album I created, using the "Chi" digi stamp. She is so adorable, and I downloaded her a while ago, but hadn't found a place to use her, until now.
First, let's talk about the image itself. I colored her with my Prismacolor Pencils (yes, I do love them), and then I printed her a second time on top of some of the design paper. Then I shaded and highlighted the scarf pieces on the design paper and fussy-cut them out. I also cut certain pieces of the main colored image, such as her hand, where it sits on top of the scarf, and her hair that hangs in front of the scarf. I glued the pieces together, having some of the designed scarf in front, around and behind, and used adhesive and pop up dots to make it very three dimensional. I love how this turned out. This was my first time paper-piecing and you can find some of the lessons I learned here.
The mini album is one I have designed on my own, although somewhere, someone has probably designed a very similar one :P But, for now, I'll call it mine. It is made with black cardstock, has 9 pages and has room for 25 photos, as well as 30 or so smaller journalling spots. I really enjoyed making this album, and I based the measurements around the "Chi" digi stamp from Tiddly Inks.
Thank you for visiting my blog, and I hope to see you again! Remember, if you enjoy coloring, crafting and/or stamping and would love to play with these cuties and give them wonderful personalities, please visit Tiddly Inks and check them out!

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Human services commissioner looks to expand teen counseling programs in Greenwich
GREENWICH — As he presented a budget focused on spending dollars wisely, the head of the town’s Department of Human Services also outlined his hope to expand a popular program in Greenwich’s schools.
On Friday morning, town Commissioner of Human Services Alan Barry outlined his department’s $3.9 million proposed budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year to the Board of Estimate and Taxation’s Budget Committee. The spending increase of 0.3 percent over this year’s budget is within the BET’s guidelines.
Barry made a push for the Teen Talk program at the town’s three public middle schools, which provides individual counseling services for teens. Kids in Crisis started the program, but when the funding from a foundation ran out, the town took over.
“This is something we would like to expand into the elementary schools because we think it is important to start this earlier and earlier,” Barry said. “By the time some of these kids are reaching high school, they will have had more support. I think it’s critical to be establishing these kids of liaison programs between agencies within the community and the schools. Teen Talk is a very important program we’re seeing a lot of progress with and we’d like to expand it.”
There’s “too much pressure” on the town’s schools to provide mental health services, Barry said, when there are excellent resources in the community. Teen Talk and other initiatives, such as the YWCA’s domestic abuse education and outreach, help connect kids in need of help with vital services, he said.
“We think this is the future of the way programs are developed,” Barry said.
The cost of an expansion for Teen Talk is not included in the 2019-20 budget request. Budget Committee Chair Leslie Moriarty asked Barry what the rollout might cost in a future year, and Barry said he would provide that information.
The $3,936,485 budget drew few objections from committee members. The proposed budget reflects the loss of two part-time case managers. In the budget, Barry proposed replacing those two jobs with one full-time position, which drew no immediate objection from the BET.
“That change would be both cost-effective and cost-efficient,” Barry said. “It will allow for better coverage for clients and also reduces our budget.”
The department’s goal is to streamline operations while still meeting the needs of the clients, he said.
“A lot of that has to do with developing effective case management services, which accurately assess what the needs are of the clients and then aligning them with the appropriate services,” Barry said. “We spend a lot of time with our community partners.”
The department has also received requests for funding from community partners for a total of $1,179,360, he said. That amount was pared down to what Barry said was “essentially” a flat budget of $873,958 for those partners.
Board of Human Services members Barbara Nolan, who is the chair, and Winston Robinson accompanied Barry. Moriarty asked them whether the requests from outside groups were increasing due to problems with funding from state and federal sources.
Those groups are turning more to private donations and foundations, Barry said, as well as fundraising.
Budget Committee member Michael Mason said a long-term vision would benefit the department and the outside groups. Funding also goes to the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, Neighbor to Neighbor, Catholic Charities, Community Centers Inc. and Liberation Programs.
“The town must stop thinking about a budget as an individual year,” Mason told Barry. “You need to think about five- or 10-year blocks.”
The Department of Human Services budget also includes $35,000 to support the YWCA Greenwich’s domestic abuse services, which includes a free 24/7 hotline, shelter and counseling services for victims and families. That is not an increase over the current year, but there is an increase in the amount of money for the YWCA’s outreach into the high school and middle schools for its domestic abuse education and awareness programs.
The budget request for that program for 2019-20 is $180,000, up from the $120,000 in the current year. The funding is a priority for First Selectman Peter Tesei, and the YWCA said it has been a successful in running education programs like the Girls’ Circle at the middle schools and YNet for GHS.
“These programs are based around providing and developing education to prevent this kind of violence,” Barry said. “It’s a model for how things should be developed between community agencies and the school system.”
Barry stressed the importance of the program in the aftermath of the discovery in Greenwich of the body of 24-year-old New Rochelle resident Valerie Reyes. A homicide investigation is ongoing.
“With the recent tragedy that just occurred, the issue of violence, especially violence against women has really been highlighted,” Barry said.

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Simplified weekends with Mywellnesskart - Understanding your sun lotion!
Summer is here and so is the harsh heat and the sun rays.
Hope you have planned to pick your stock of sun lotions!
However, how do you pick the best lotion for yourself in the midst of all these terms like SPF, UVB, UVA, etc?
This weekend, we simplify all the terms you come across with sun lotions or sunscreens so that you can select the one that’s best for you!
Let’s get started.
The most often used term, SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor. It is a measure of how well a sunscreen or sun lotion can protect your skin from UVB rays.
Higher the SPF number, the better protection it provides. For example, an SPF 30 sun lotion can block about 97% of UVB rays, while an SPF 50 sun lotion can block about 98% of UVB rays.
So, between the two, a sun lotion with SPF 50 is better.
2. UVB rays
Simply put, UVB rays or Ultraviolet rays are responsible for most sunburns. It usually causes the skin to become red, sore, warm, tender and occasionally itchy.
Examples of UVB exposure include spending time at the beach or in the mountains during sunny weather.
To better protect your skin from UVB rays, it is ideal to use a sun lotion with SPF of 50 at least 20 minutes prior to any such sun exposure and keep using it every 2 hours.
3. UVA rays
UVA rays are associated with skin ageing or wrinkle formation. Most sunscreen products may offer protection from UVB rays but not UVA rays.
So, always choose a sun lotion that protects both from UVB and UVA rays.
4. Skin type
Lastly, the skin type. This is another important factor to consider while choosing a sun lotion, especially if you have sensitive skin. You don’t just want sun protection but also want your skin to be nourished and moisturised, right?
Hence, it is ideal to choose a sun lotion that contains vitamin E and helps maintain skin pH at 5.5.
Hope this was helpful. Do share your feedback.
You can explore Sebamed sun lotion with SPF 50+ and other amazing products for your skin and hair on www.mywellnesskart.com


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We talked with several JD-bearing observers who characterized today’s ruling on vote fraud allegations in Robeson County as little more than naked, vicious power politics with very little basis in the law.
Robeson County was one of two counties in the Ninth Congressional District where illegal activities were suspected of negatively impacting the congressional race. The final results, where Republican Mark Harris led Democrat Dan McCready by 905 votes, were not certified in those two counties — thereby blocking the election’s certification at the state level.
A district court race in Robeson County — where Republican Jack Moody led Democrat Vanessa Burton on election day but fell behind later during canvassing — also had its certification held up due to questions of vote fraud.
Today, the state board simply certified the Robeson judicial race — even though its vote margin was significantly smaller than that of the congressional race. There will be a new race for Congress, but not for the judicial seat. So sayeth the state elections board.
The race where the Democrat appeared to lose is being redone, but the race where the Democrat appeared to lead will not be.
Observers tell me the state board of elections did not bother to consider clear-cut evidence that a ballot harvesting operation — not too different from the one that got McCrae Dowless indicted and arrested — was alive and well and thriving in Robeson County (for the benefit of Democrat candidates).
Documents recovered from the Robeson County board of elections indicate that large numbers of ballots were being returned daily to the Robeson County elections office by a set group of people who appear to be tied to the state and national Democrat Party. I am told those documents detail an operation substantially larger than anything McCrae Dowless might have been involved with.
I talked with Jay DeLancy, head of The Voter Integrity Project, who said he was not amused by any of this:
“It’s obvious the state board ignored evidence that could have accomplished their stated goal of cleaning up elections in that part of the state. It’s obvious that the state board of elections ignored anything that could prove detrimental to the governor’s party. and focused with surgical precision only on items that dealt specifically with McCrae Dowless. Their lack of curiosity about anything that did not have to do with McCrae Dowless was disturbing, to say the least.”
DeLancy suggested that taking state and county elections personnel to court and putting them under oath could (1) win Jack Moody a new election and quite possibly (2) cost some other people their jobs, as well as (3) make some serious progress toward cleaning up elections in southeastern North Carolina.
Raleigh politicos have been exchanging high-fives for days while claiming they’ve “cleaned up” elections. In reality — other than Mark Harris being out of the congressional race and McCrae Dowless getting indicted — nothing has changed.
But ALL THIS hinges on Jack Moody taking the big step of appealing what the state elections board has done.


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"The World's Scariest Serial Killers," Topic of Program, Wed., Oct. 26, at DeSales University
Dr. Katherine Ramsland, assistant professor of forensic psychology at DeSales and an expert in forensic psychology and serial killers, will speak on "The World's Scariest Serial Killers," at noon, Wed., Oct. 26, in Trexler Library at DeSales. The presentation is part of the Brown Bag Lunch Series and open to the public free of charge.
The author of numerous books on the subject of forensics and serial killers, Ramsland's latest work is "The Human Predator: A History of Serial Killers through the Ages." The book provides a chronological analysis of serial killing and discusses the development of forensic science and psychology. She researched over 1,000, from the world's first documented serial killer to female serial killers, and notorious killers such as the BTK Strangler and Ed Gein.
Ramsland has also been consulted by national media on forensic issues and has appeared on the Today Show, National Public Radio, and on cable programs, including Discovery, the Learning Channel, the Women's Entertainment Network and AMC. She will appear this week on a documentary, "The Secret Life of Vampires," on Friday, October 28 on A&E.
Trexler Library established the Brown Bag Lunch Series in September 1999. The purpose of the series is to provide faculty, staff, and students an opportunity to share their research projects, personal interests, and hobbies with the whole DeSales University community.
For more information on the Brown Bag Lunch Series please contact Loretta Ulincy, public services librarian at DeSales University's Trexler Library, at 610-282-1100, ext. 1446.
Press Release: "The World's Scariest Serial Killers," Topic of Program, Wed., Oct. 26, at DeSales University | Posted on: 10/24/2005
For more info:
Tom McNamara, Executive Director of Communications
DeSales University | 2255 Station Avenue | Center Valley, PA 18034
610.282.1100 x1219 | Tom.McNamara@desales.edu

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Yesterday, newly elected French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Versailles. And with the Russian standing on the same stage, President Macron was very blunt in his criticism of Putin saying, "I have always had an exemplary relationship with foreign journalists, but they have to be journalists. 'Russia Today' and 'Sputnik' were organs of influence and propaganda that spread counterfeit truths about me."
Macron also said that the use of chemical weapons in Syria would be a "red line", and, "would result in reprisals and an immediate response, at least where France is concerned."
Emmanuel Macron also openly criticized Russia's practice of labeling employees of Western nonprofits working in Russia as "Foreign Agents" as well as the severe abuse of the LGBT community in Chechnya.
Of course, Vladimir Putin is an alpha male. And he may indeed be, at least in terms of popular culture, THE prototypical alpha male. But like the rest of us, he is only human. Moreover, when President Putin is off Russian Soil, he routinely slips into more of a beta mode. And he's certainly not used to being openly criticized, on the World stage, in his presence.
With respect to their body language, note each man's hand-arm configuration. Macron's forward positioning is indicative of, and is transmitting - significantly higher confidence. Macron is on his home soil. Macron is asserting himself. Macron is Alpha. In contrast, Putin's posterior podium positioning is projecting tentativeness. His confidence is lower. Putin is being Beta. The nonverbal significance of this hand-arm positioning is particularly amplified here - when one is standing next to someone who's using the opposite stance.
Certainly one is to be cautioned about holding on to the lectern/podium too much - (regardless of where it is held) - for this practice (Manipulator, Adaptor, Pacifier [MAP] surrogate) can backfire (in American politics, President Kennedy popularized holding the lectern, but it was because of pain he had from an old back injury - and he still didn't over-use this technique).
Summary: Although this example is but one moment, it exemplifies a larger pattern. Vladimir Putin, one of the most powerful men in World, when off of Russian soil, slips into a beta emotional tone. This phenomenon was spotlighted yesterday as Emmanuel Macron openly criticized Russia's practices while standing next to Putin.
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20 Сelebrity Сouples Who Were Both Bright And Happy On Their Wedding Day And Years Later
It’s always nice to learn about the wedding anniversaries of our favorite celebrities and look through memorable photos they post on social media. Some of these couples got married only several years ago, while others tied the knot more than 20 years ago. But the day these newlyweds celebrated the beginning of their official marriage seems to have taken place only yesterday.
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas
Pink and Carey Hart
Sofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello
Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel
Prince William and Kate Middleton
Sting and Trudie Styler
Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr.
Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne
Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith
Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma
Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth
Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas
Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk
Katherine Heigl and Joshua Kelley
Victoria and David Beckham
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas in 2000 and 2022
Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone in 2005 and 2022
Christina Ricci and Mark Hampton in 2021 and 2022
How well do you remember your wedding day? Please tell us a cool story connected with this big day.

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Rutland, Vermont is a city in the "Crossroads of Vermont" region, and the largest city in Vermont that is not located on, or near, either of the state's two major Interstate highways. Instead, US Routes 4 and 7 intersect in Rutland and are a major connection to destinations throughout the Northeast.
Rutland City is surrounded by the town of Rutland, which is a separate municipality, and the downtown area of the city is listed as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
Rutland Lodging and Dining in Rutland
The City of Rutland offers many options for your Vermont vacation, from luxury Rutland VT hotels to affordable motels in Rutland VT, and more. There are also many wonderful places to eat in Rutland, from fine dining to casual restaurants in Rutland. Whether you are in town for business or pleasure, you'll enjoy your stay in Rutland, Vermont.
Rutland Weddings and Conferences in Rutland
Rutland has all the resources you'll need to plan your perfect event in Vermont. Whether you're planning a small wedding in Rutland VT, a local family reunion in the Rutland area, or a business conference in Rutland, you'll find the perfect location and amenities to host your events in Rutland Vermont.
Rutland Real Estate
Rutland offers beautiful property for visitors and newcomers to stay or live in Vermont, from farmhouses to condominiums and more. Whether you're looking for a vacation rental in Rutland, or a Rutland house for sale, real estate in Rutland VT may have just what you're looking for.
Things to do in Rutland
Rutland is a four-season paradise located in the heart of the Green Mountains with many fun things to do in Rutland and the surrounding area. From skiing at nearby Killington Resort to shopping in Rutland's historic downtown, there's always something to do in Rutland. Enjoy the breathtaking fall foliage each year and don't miss the well-known Rutland Halloween Parade near the end of October.
As you can tell, Rutland is a great place to stay and live. From outdoor activities and scenic views, to shopping and fine restaurants, Rutland Vermont has it all!
Quick Facts About Rutland City
Latitude / Longitude: 43.61 N / 72.97 W
Zip Code(s): 05701, 05702
Population (2010): 16,495
Elevation: 648 feet | Land Area: 7.64 miles
Town Clerk: 802-773-8901
(City Clerk: 802-773-1800)
Nicknames: Marble City
Major Hospitals: Rutland Regional Medical Center
Major Airports: Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport
Amtrak Stations: Rutland (RUD)
|Colleges/Universities: a branch of the Community College of Vermont, College of St Joseph. Nearby: Green Mountain College (13.2 miles NE), Castleton State College (14.4 miles W)||Top Employers: Rutland Regional Medical Center, GE Aircraft Engines - Rutland Operation, Casella Waste Systems Inc, Green Mountain Power (formerly Central Vermont Public Service Corp), Carris Reels|
|Tourist Attractions: Wilson Castle, Rutland Historical Society, Norman Rockwell Museum of Vermont, Rutland Country Club, Pine Hill Park, Diamond Run Mall, The Spartan Arena, Annual Rutland Halloween Parade, The Vermont State Fair.||Birthplace of: James E. Burke (born 1925), CEO of Johnson & Johnson; John Deere (1804-1886), blacksmith & founder of Deere & Company; Aaron Lewis (born 1972), lead singer of the band Staind; Dan Tyminski (born 1967), bluegrass composer, vocalist & instrumentalist; Jim Jeffords (born 1934), US senator; Robert Stafford (1913-2006), US congressman, senator & 71st Governor of Vermont; Suzy Chaffee (born 1946), Olympic skier & actress; Andrea Mead Lawrence (1932-2009), first American to win two gold Olympic skiing medals.|
Nearby Cities and Towns:
Region 7: Crossroads of Vermont | Rutland Town | Proctor (2.2 miles NW) | Pittsford (2.7 miles NW) | Mendon (2.2 miles NE) | Clarendon (2.2 miles S) | Shrewsbury (2.9 miles SE) | West Rutland (2.0 miles W)
Vermont Events in July
Zappa Plays Zappa 7/31/15 - 7/31/15
Dweezil Zappa is both the modern face of Zappa music and the person who can bring it fully-formed into the future. The ‘Ahead of Its Time’ moniker frequently slapped onto Frank’s music is brought to life for modern audiences, who are still able to full-sensory witness the spectacular specimens of some of American music’s most original, unrepentant and boundlessly experimental canons, thanks to Dweezil and five other telepathic musicians. Through artful reshaping & rekindling of his father’s timeless music, featuring Frank’s trademark incredibly complex compositions and perfect execution, Dweezil applies his talent to exposing, performing and shamelessly proselytizing music that literally is in his blood. This tour also celebrates ten years of Zappa Plays Zappa performing shows worldwide and of Dweezil proving his goal of forming a core band of previously unknown expert musicians capable to respectfully execute his father’s music; ended up winning them two Grammy Awards along the way.
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Corianne Dunn. Nail Art. April 11th , 2017.
You may use the exact same techniques with whatever colors you pick. You are able to also use a different color combination if you wish to try out something different. There are numerous nail effects which you are able to attempt to welcome the summer season in style. The following are a few tips for nail colours for summer you must try! You should get a set of bright colours and eye-catching design suggestions to execute the proper effect on your nails.
Because your dress is going to be on point it’s essential that you pick a design that makes you look elegant. Black goes nicely with all outfits. Black with geometric shapes will appear awesome with these nail form. While there are numerous approaches to play with these 2 colors the easiest means to looking chic is to draw red stripes against a black base. Obviously, you may use any color you wish to, but nevertheless, it would be better if you adhere to the mild pastel shades for the yarn. This color that’s a favorite to youths can also appear elegant with older generations.
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With negotiations for Pennsylvania’s budget under way, a new report unpacks the state’s investment in early-childhood education. Advocates hope it can sway lawmakers to boost funding in the budget. Gov. Tom Wolf’s final budget proposal includes a $70 million increase in pre-K funding. In the Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children report, the Commonwealth ranks 14th for per-capita funding, […]
Local school officials will get a preview of their students’ state assessment scores, beginning today, ahead of a planned public release of the data next week, according to a letter from Education Secretary Noe Ortega in response to criticism from House Republicans leaders. In his letter, Ortega said the test results were delayed because so […]
The Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children, an advocacy group, suggests the above proposed targeted investments can support children and families in the long term after one-time federal COVID-19 pandemic stimulus funds are gone. “We are supportive of the $149 million increase for county welfare agencies, and the creation of the crisis response team to increase county […]
Catch PPC President and CEO Kari King on Pennsylvania Newsmakers recapping the impact of the state budget on pre-k, child care and career and technical education.
The principal partners of Early Learning Pennsylvania (ELPA), a statewide coalition of advocates focused on supporting young Pennsylvanians from birth to age five, released reaction statements regarding the FY 2021-22 state budget.


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NCR Today: The vice president on Monday caught attention with a photo of him officiating at a marriage between two male White House staffers.
Analysis: The pope may have exposed church tensions over how to engage the gay community -- tensions that have intensified after the Orlando mass shooting at a gay nightclub.
The religious freedom campaign of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops took on a new urgency, wrapped in ominous tones and a foreboding script, in a newly released video.
Eco Catholic: Cardinal Peter Turkson urged Catholics attending a local academic conference to let Christian spirituality guide their thinking and actions toward preserving the full range of God's creation.
Eco Catholic: U.S. bishops and presidents of Catholic aid agencies sent a letter to the nation’s chief climate negotiator, stressing the need for leadership to reach a global climate agreement.
Eco Catholic: The collective call comes from the heads of six continental bishops' conferences, as well as leaders of the church in the U.S., Canada and the Orient.
Two prominent Catholics have endorsed an important new bipartisan criminal justice reform bill.
Sponsored by Senators Chuck Grassley and Dick Durbin, among others, the Sentencing Reform and Corrections Act of 2015 would reduce sentences for some current federal prisoners while creating shorter sentences for future prisoners. It is principally concerned with long prison sentences given to low-level, non-violent drug offenders, but it would also limit solitary confinement for juvenile offenders.
NCR Today: What to do if you can’t land the pope for your late-night show? Apparently, book an all-Catholic guest list instead.
Believers cannot sit out the effort to restore creation after years of abuse, a speaker told diocesan social action directors during their annual Social Action Summer Institute.
"To be at odds with creation is to be at odds with God," Dominican Sr. Kathleen McManus, associate professor of systematic theology at the University of Portland, said in a presentation to the institute's 275 participants. "And it's to be at odds with our neighbor and with our deepest selves."
Eco Catholic: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued Monday the first-ever national standards to reduce carbon pollution from power plants.

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Transport Canada has asked a team of University of Waterloo experts to study the safety of level crossings across the country saying that the university is the only known institution in North America with the required specialized knowledge and expertise.
Liping Fu, a civil and environmental engineering professor, is leading the rail crossing research at the university, which includes the development of GradeX, a web-based software program that can identify crossings, calculate the risk and then rank the safety level of crossings from high to low.
“GradeX is a scientific model-based, proactive tool that evaluates risk level while taking into account the attributes of the crossing and its collision history. Every year Transport Canada spends millions of dollars on upgrading crossings. GradeX helps the department narrow down exactly which of them require work to prevent future accidents,” says Fu, adding that work on creating GradeX began about 10 years ago.
Besides Transport Canada, Fu has provided services to transportation agencies including the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. He sits on the Washington, D.C.-based Transportation Research Board's Paratransit committee and is a member of the Canadian Urban Transit Association.
Fu's team, which includes other engineering faculty members, graduate students and alumni, is the intended recipient of a Transport Canada $120,000 study to gauge the effectiveness of GradeX at level crossings and identify ways to improve safety.

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Below are a selection of webites I use regularly to help me with my hobby...
A fantastic website for reference, in progress builds and a place to show off your handy work.
This is a website where large scale (1/32nd and larger) model builders share their work.
Other scales are here too, but this is predominantly for those wishing to construct larger scale builds.
Another website devoted to large-scale model building
This site is devoted to all genres and scales of model making.
A very useful site to share model chat and discussion.
In my opinion, one of the biggest and best model retailers in the world!
If you're after large and rare subjects, this site is for you.
Run by John 'Tigger' Wilkes, this is the place to source large scale vacform kits.
Another useful place to source large-scale vacform models.


People are unhappy about the $1.3 trillion omnibus spending bill, and just so. But while this anger at the president for signing the legislation is reasonable, President Trump is not to blame for the situation that created it, no matter how much the NeverTrump crowd insists that he is. It’s possible the omnibus could provide the president the key to accomplishing his most important goal.
After his initial hint that he would veto the bill, the president ultimately signed it while reaffirming he was “unhappy” and “disappointed” with various provisions. While the bill does include funding for some key areas of Trump’s agenda—including border security and fighting the opioid epidemic—he insists it does not do enough for immigration enforcement. His main reason for signing was the huge appropriation for the military: $700 billion, the largest increase in defense spending in 15 years.
Trump signed, but with plenty of misgivings toward Congress, which must pass another funding bill in September. He warned that he would “never sign another bill like this again.”
Trouble is, this bill had broad bipartisan support. In the House, 145 Republicans and 111 Democrats voted yes, for a total of 256 overall “Yea” votes; 90 Republicans and 77 Democrats voted “No,” with three Republicans and four Democrats not voting. In the Senate, 65 senators voted in favor of the legislation: 25 Republicans, 39 Democrats, and one Independent. Only 23 Republicans, eight Democrats, and one Independent voted “No,” with three Republicans not voting.
One Man Alone Could Have Fixed It
Of course, there was a brief period when all it would have taken was one brave legislator to stop the entire bill. At the moment of the vote to allow the bill to proceed, when Senate rules say the vote must be unanimous.
It was here that most eyes turned to the one man who had been the bill’s loudest critic: Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.). He had repeatedly criticized the bill on Twitter, supported a possible veto, and threatened a potential shutdown over it.
For all his posturing, what did the quasi-libertarian senator do? He voted yes along with everyone else to let the vote proceed. At that point, his vote against the final bill was mere symbolism. So much for Paul and his “principles.”
After the omnibus passed, Congress immediately left town for a two-week recess. That meant if Trump had vetoed the bill, nobody would have been in town to renegotiate. The government would have “shut down”—though as we all know by now, a “shutdown” is never really what the doomsayers make it out to be.
Nevertheless, shutdowns make for “bad optics,” as the flacks say. The president would have had no political cover, unlike earlier in the year when Democrats forced a shutdown over the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. Despite their best effort to paint lawbreakers as victims and Trump as a monster, the Democrats and their allies in the kept media lost the shutdown battle and caved quickly. This time, the focus would have been on Trump exclusively.
But the president had another problem: given the margin of “yeas,” there was a strong likelihood that the Republican-controlled Congress would have overridden the Republican president’s veto. Trump didn’t need that kind of embarrassment, especially with a highly anticipated summit with North Korea in the works.
A Possible Silver Lining
Instead, the president did the honorable thing—or the closest thing to it under the circumstances. He refused to stoop to the same level as the Democrats and shutdown the government when doing so would have held the military hostage. He had only two options: Veto the bill, hurt the military, temporarily shut down the government before eventually being overridden, and divide the base; or pass the bill, and divide the base.
Given the choice, it’s clear he made the best of a rotten situation, blasting Congress and warning he won’t sign another garbage bill. He didn’t just put Democrats on notice, either. The Republican establishment is in his crosshairs, too.
Even with a spending bill as bad as this, there may be a redeeming factor that overcomes so much bloat and pork.
The reality is, Congress provided billions for improvements to the existing border fence, but included no money for a border wall specifically. Does it matter? During his signing speech on Friday, Trump hinted at something extraordinary: He could classify the border wall as a national security issue. That would then place the multibillion-dollar project under the purview of the Pentagon, with construction by the Army Corps of Engineers, once the president settles on one of eight design prototypes. During his trip to the border in California earlier this month, Trump seemed to hint at which of the eight designs he would pick.
On Sunday, the president was more explicit on Twitter:
Because of the $700 & $716 Billion Dollars gotten to rebuild our Military, many jobs are created and our Military is again rich. Building a great Border Wall, with drugs (poison) and enemy combatants pouring into our Country, is all about National Defense. Build WALL through M!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 25, 2018
Much can be done with the $1.6 Billion given to building and fixing the border wall. It is just a down payment. Work will start immediately. The rest of the money will come – and remember DACA, the Democrats abandoned you (but we will not)!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 25, 2018
Again: the omnibus allocated $700 billion in defense spending. The White House has been considering the use of defense dollars to build the wall since last summer. All that was missing was the money. Now that Congress has approved a massive hike in defense, Trump may have the means to a very important, highly coveted end. Congress would howl, but it just might work.
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J&K reports 16 cases of COVID-19
India reports nearly 5,000 fresh Covid cases
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir reported 16 fresh positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the last 24 hours which took its cumulative infection tally to 4,79,062, officials said Saturday.
They said while nine new cases were reported from Jammu division, Kashmir accounted for seven fresh cases.
In Kashmir division, Srinagar reported five cases, Kupwara reported and Kulgam reported one case each. No other district reported any fresh cases today.
In Jammu division, Jammu district reported four cases, Kathua two, Udhampur, Rajouri and Doda reported one fresh case each.
Moreover, 21 more patients were discharged from various hospitals, including 15 from Kashmir and six from Jammu division in the last 24 hours after their recuperation, they said.
Officials said 4,986 doses of COVID vaccines were administered in the last 24 hours, bringing the cumulative number of doses administered across Jammu and Kashmir till date to 2,45,60,887.
According to the daily media bulletin on novel coronavirus, currently there are 168 active positive cases in J&K — 117 in Kashmir and 51 in Jammu Division. So far cumulatively 4,74,109 infected persons have recovered, and 4,785 have died – 2,433 in Kashmir division and 2,352 in Jammu division.
Meanwhile With 4,912 new coronavirus infections being reported in a day, India’s tally of cases rose to 4,45,63,337, while the active cases declined to 44,436, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Saturday.
The death toll has climbed to 5,28,487 with 38 fatalities, which include 19 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated.
The 19 fatalities reported in 24 hours include two each from Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana and Karnataka.
The active cases comprise 0.10 percent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has increased to 98.71 percent, the health ministry said.
A decline of 845 cases has been recorded in the active caseload in 24 hours, it said.
The daily positivity rate was recorded at 1.62 percent while the weekly positivity rate was 1.69 percent, it mentioned.
The number of recoveries climbed to 4,39,90,414, while the case fatality rate was 1.19 percent.
According to the ministry, 217.41 crore doses of vaccines have been administered in the country so far under the nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive.


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Dating-violence bill awaits governor's pen
Published: Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 6:38 a.m.
Last Modified: Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 6:39 a.m.
TALLAHASSEE - After passing the Senate Wednesday, a proposed law that would provide victims of dating violence with protections afforded victims of domestic violence is headed to Gov. Charlie Crist.
The legislation is in response to Andrew Allred's murder of 19-year-old Tiffany Barwick, a graduate of West Port High School in Ocala, and her 22-year-old friend, Michael Ruschak.
The act allows law enforcement officers to act on threats of violence in dating situations as long as the relationship has existed for six months or longer and has met certain standards that transcend mere friendship.
Barwick had filed at least two complaints with police about her ex-boyfriend's threatening behavior. But she was told there was no law to allow intervention based on the type of harassment and threats she reported.
Sen. Charles Dean, R-Inverness, sponsored the bill in the Senate. The bill had already passed the House.
House sponsor Rep. Kurt Kelly, R-Ocala, said the victory is bittersweet. ''I’m elated that we’re able to pass the legislation, but I’m heartbroken over the family’s tragedy,'' said Kelly, adding that he hopes this type of legislation will be adopted at the federal level.
In addition to allowing law enforcement to act on threats in dating relationships, the legislation would allow them to direct dating-violence victims to medical care and domestic-violence centers. The victims would be given forms that explain their rights and remedies. A written police report would be required.
Also, as in domestic-violence cases, police officers could make an arrest based on probable cause. In Barwick’s case, law enforcement officials told her they could not do much since they had not directly witnessed the threats.
Tiffany Carr, the CEO of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, which represents 42 shelters around the state, said the bill will protect more women and young girls and better define how law enforcement should handle dating-violence situations.
''We see this as a phenomenal next step to protect domestic-violence victims,'' Carr said.
Kelly said he has invited the Barwick and Ruschak families to Tallahassee for the bill signing, which he said will take place within the next 60 days.
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