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A former Nuclear Regulatory Commission scientist has been sentenced to a year and a half in prison for plotting a cyberattack on federal government computers. Charles Harvey Eccleston was sentenced Monday in Washington’s federal court. He pleaded guilty in February to attempting to insert a virus onto an Energy Department computer network.
Prosecutors say Eccleston, who was fired from the NRC in 2010, was a disgruntled ex-employee who attracted FBI attention after he entered a foreign country’s embassy in the Philippines and offered to sell email account information for U.S. government employees.
He later met with undercover FBI employees as part of a plot to deliver the computer. But prosecutors say the link he thought contained the virus was actually developed as part of the undercover operation and was inert.
Credit : AP
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I really enjoyed Temp: An Accidental Fairytale. It is a fun book with interesting characters. Although her world is vastly different than ours, Bee is...moreI really enjoyed Temp: An Accidental Fairytale. It is a fun book with interesting characters. Although her world is vastly different than ours, Bee is like so many of us feeling stuck in the ordinary and not knowing how to go after her dreams. I could relate to Bee instantly with her lack of self-confidence and her willingness to do her job to the best of her abilities despite the difficult circumstances in which she worked. This made the story all the more interesting as we see her transform from an extremely cautions person to one who finally begins to trust herself and make decisions based more on instinct. Each of Bee's companions also has an interesting story from Angus, the man trapped in animal form until he finds what he seeks, to Saul, a member of a nearly extinct race called the Brock, to Ninwicket the gnome.
While the events that take place in Temp: An Accidental Fairytale are certainly not ordinary events, especially for Bee, she handles everything very calmly and goes on her adventure as if it is just another day. While she does puzzle and question and wonder at everything that is happening, she also accepts it in a way that shows that this is exactly what she is meant to be doing. The writing emphasizes this state of mind as it is straightforward and factual while at the same time conveying extraordinary events with wonderful descriptions.
I wish I had been able to read the book in longer stretches to get a better feel for the overall flow. Instead, with two young children to take care of, I had to snatch a few minutes of reading time whenever I could get it. This often meant I was unable to even complete a chapter at a time and that it would be half a day or more before I could get back to reading. So while it is difficult for me to comment on the book as a whole, I did notice that the sections of Bee's journal that were inserted between chapters did take me out of the flow of the main narrative when I was able to spend more time with the book. I enjoyed how the journal entries provided more historical background on the Collision and also into the framework for Bee's understanding of her world but I think, at half a page or less, they were more of a distraction for me.
Overall, Temp: An Accidental Fairytale is a enjoyable and different story. I'm curious to know if we will hear more about Bee and Angus in the future as the ending leaves open the possibility that they will have more adventures.(less)
The Way envisions a new beginning for Christianity through the portrayal of Jesus as a woman. Anna's masculine appearance as a child causes her no end...moreThe Way envisions a new beginning for Christianity through the portrayal of Jesus as a woman. Anna's masculine appearance as a child causes her no end of hurt as the other children make fun of her and her father despairs that he has no son. The loss of an infant son and then the death of his wife lead Anna's father to disguise her as a boy and sell her to shepherds so he will be rid of her. For Anna this is the beginning of an unimaginable journey as she must first hide her femaleness and then learn to embrace it when she reaches what she thinks is her final destination. Her time as a shepherd and her time among the Sisters learning The Way prepare her for a larger role in the spiritual conflict taking place outside the caves she thinks of as home.
Sometimes you are looking for a book that will just take you away from your life. A book that lets your imagination run wild and entertains or relaxes you. The Way is not one of those books. The Way challenges you to think beyond what you have learned of Christianity. To expand your vision beyond yourself and your family and to remember how all things in the world are connected. Wolf takes some of the traditional Bible stories of Jesus and gives them new life as she shares them in a different context. The Way does not diminish Christianity but instead adds another layer of thought that expands it to include both Mother and Father in nourishing roles for all people.
Wolf writes in a straightforward manner that is both stark and beautiful at the same time. She matches her writing to each scene with scenes of the desert and scenes of the caves flowing just a bit differently. This enhances the reading experience as I was able to get a great sense of what Anna was feeling and experiencing through the changes in the writing. The shifts in name from Anna to Jesus and back again were so complete that it was possible in sections of the story to forget that the character is actually female. Anna must completely abandon herself into her male role and Wolf writes this absolutely convincingly and with total conviction.
It is incredibly important to remember when reading The Way that it is a work of fiction. While Wolf did research lesser known aspects of Christianity for background, this is her story and her vision. I think Wolf took a great risk in writing a story that could be so controversial for her first novel but she pulls it off wonderfully. I can see The Way being discussed in college religion courses with the potential for strong opinions on all sides of a debate. The Way does not allow you to read with complacency but forces you to think beyond the traditional Bible stories you may have learned as a child.(less)
This is the first Sherlock Holmes book that I have read and I wasn't sure what to expect. My only knowledge of Sherlock Holmes up to this point had co...moreThis is the first Sherlock Holmes book that I have read and I wasn't sure what to expect. My only knowledge of Sherlock Holmes up to this point had come from references in other media and seeing the recent movies.
I enjoyed all of these stories although I found it difficult to give the book the attention it needed at times. I found it necessary to concentrate fully on the language Doyle uses and the details of each case as presented by Holmes.
One thing that I did not care for was the way Watson is not present for the action in many of the cases. This means that Holmes must relate the events and details of each case back to Watson so he can record it. The result feels like a telling of the action rather than showing it and the cases become simply a catalog of the details as observed by Holmes.
I did find it interesting that Holmes and Watson embarked on adventures when it was unclear if a crime had even been committed. There were also several times when the offender was not directly caught by Holmes even when he did figure out the sequence of events or when Holmes and Watson let the criminal go when the evidence of guilt was absolute. These slight twists on some of the stories keep the book interesting as the only certain event was that Holmes would catalog the details and determine the course of events. His overall reaction to each case was unique based on the specifics.(less)
I wanted to read this book after seeing the commercials for the movie We Bought A Zoo that came out in December. I never know how books will translate...moreI wanted to read this book after seeing the commercials for the movie We Bought A Zoo that came out in December. I never know how books will translate onto the big screen and how many significant changes the movie will make from the book. So often the book is better because a movie has a limited amount of time to tell the entire story and some of the details are usually forced out along the way. Although I still haven't seen the movie yet, I'm not sure this will be the case with We Bought A Zoo.
After reading BermudaOnion's review of We Bought A Zoo, I will admit that I was rethinking my strategy and considering going straight to the movie. But since I already had placed the book on hold through my library, I decided I would start it and then if I wasn't enjoying it I had already given myself permission to not finish the story. I completely agree with her assessment that Mee writes what could be a very emotional story in a very clinical way. While I'm sure the business aspects of the transaction were his primary focus and his background in journalism may have prompted a factual recitation, it seems he completely missed the human interest angle on this story.
Essentially, Mee moves his family from the idyllic life they have created for themselves in southern France to a completely run-down zoo in the English countryside. While he negotiates the red tape involved with purchasing the zoo, his wife Katherine faces a life-threatening brain tumor. The move also involves their two young children, Mee's brother Duncan, and Mee's mother. It was easy to forget about Katherine, the children, and Mee's mother as they were so seldom mentioned. Katherine and the children seem to have their place in the story before the move to the zoo and then only show up rarely. Mee's mother finally gets a place closer to the end of the story as he talks about how she becomes involved with the business after Katherine's death. These are the people I really wanted to hear about - how did this move affect them?
Instead we read about the zoo's dire financial situation, the staff squabbles, and the physical repairs that need to be completed. Mee can't seem to decide if his zoo keepers are competent and willing to work together to bring the zoo back as a viable business or if they resent the changes being implemented and the new staff being brought on board. While I'm sure there were moments of each, Mee seems to paint a drastically different overall picture at various points in the book.
I know that the movie changes the location of events from England to southern California and I am very curious to see what other changes they have made. I'm hoping that the movie will focus more on the people living out this story and will have more of an emotional impact than the book. While I won't be rushing out to see the movie right away (for various reasons, not the least of which is how expensive movies have gotten with ticket prices plus the cost of childcare), We Bought A Zoo is definitely on my radar for when it is available on DVD or streaming.(less)
State of Wonder is another of my final reads from 2011 that I absolutely loved. I think I devoured it in a day or maybe two which is really fast for m...moreState of Wonder is another of my final reads from 2011 that I absolutely loved. I think I devoured it in a day or maybe two which is really fast for me considering that I had other books last year that I was reading for weeks.
Marina Singh, a pharmaceutical research scientist, is sent to the Amazon to determine if any progress is being made by her former mentor Dr. Annick Swenson. Another purpose for her trip is to determine how exactly her colleague, Anders Eckman, died when he was sent on the same journey to find Dr. Swenson. Dr. Singh finds the research scientists working with Dr. Swenson to be very secretive about their exact findings and must spend more time in the jungle than she had hoped earning their trust.
The language used in State of Wonder is fantastic. The descriptive passages really drew me into the story while the story is kept moving with uncertain action. The characters are interesting with their depth and hidden secrets. The circumstances of life in the jungle force past relationships to surface and forgotten skills to be put once again to the test. The contrast between the comforts of Singh's life in Minnesota and the harsh beauty she finds in Brazil highlight the complacency most of us have in our own lives. Rarely do we travel so far outside of our comfort zone and challenge ourselves in a new environment. Patchett holds a mirror up to each reader as if to say see what you could become if you expanded your reality and moved beyond the routine.
Without giving anything away, I will say there was one aspect of the ending I was not thrilled with but I loved the twist to the story that I honestly didn't see coming. Even with the one tiny aspect that I didn't think fit well, I highly recommend State of Wonder . It was a great book that thoroughly captured my attention.(less)
When I requested Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble from the library, I had no idea it was self-published. I had just won the third book in the series, Wit...moreWhen I requested Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble from the library, I had no idea it was self-published. I had just won the third book in the series, Witchful Thinking, from the Early Reviewers program at LibraryThing and it is being published by Bantam in February. So I was quite surprised that Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble absolutely screamed self-publishing from the instant I saw it. The first thing I noticed when I picked it up off the shelf is that it is not the standard mass paperback size. The second thing I noticed were the fonts used and the blocky layout of the cover. The interior formatting is much the same with a very plain font, odd section breaks, and layout that makes me think of the original manuscript not a finished version of a book.
While I've read several self-published books, some very good and others not so great, I still start a self-published book with a bit of hesitation. I always wonder if the author chose self-publishing as their first route to publication or if it was the final way to get the book out there after traditional publishing avenues had been exhausted. I know H.P. Mallory has quite a following and since she has been picked up by a traditional publisher for the third book in this series, I figured there must be something to her writing.
The first book in the series introduces the reader to Jolie Wilkins, a young woman who can see auras and sometimes receives visions but doesn't realize that she is actually a witch with an unusual power. Rand Balfour, an extremely hot warlock, comes into Jolie's shop one day and hires her to help solve a mystery. When word of Jolie's success on the case spreads, she is drawn into a community she didn't know existed and into a war she knows nothing about. Jolie moves from Los Angeles to England to be under Rand's protection and the close proximity makes it hard for both of them to fight the growing mutual attraction.
I had a hard time getting started with this book. The paragraphs and even sentences seemed short and choppy while the characters were fairly flat in the beginning. I warmed up to the book once the story line really got interesting but every once in a while something would break my concentration and have me rolling my eyes. Now I admit that I read very few books that are considered romance of any sort but some of the descriptions and dialogue in the book just seemed over the top cheesy to me. My overall assessment is that I wanted to like this book more than I actually did but I enjoyed it enough to read the next two books in the series. I'm really curious to see how the writing progresses from this first book through the second and if it changes the feel of the series at all once I reach the third book which has the backing of a large publishing house and all that entails.(less)
Witchful Thinking is actually the third book in the Jolie Wilkins series, although it is the first to be published by a major publisher. The first two...moreWitchful Thinking is actually the third book in the Jolie Wilkins series, although it is the first to be published by a major publisher. The first two books, Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble and Toil and Trouble, are both self-published and most widely available in digital format. I did not realize this when I requested Witchful Thinking from the LibraryThing Early Reviewers program or I would not have selected this book. I was able to borrow a paperback copy of Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble from my library to review but had no luck obtaining a physical copy of Toil and Trouble even though both the author's website and Amazon show that a paperback version should exist.
I'm actually not sure if one would be better off reading both of the previous books in the series or just starting straight in with Witchful Thinking. Because this is the first book from a traditional publisher, many people seeing it in a bookstore would have no idea that there were two books already in the series. The story takes this into account heavily with the prologue to this book being the first chapter from Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble. Having read that book, I could identify major sections of information dumping to catch the reader up on all that had happened when Jolie first met Rand. I had a little more trouble identifying pure information dumps from the second book only because I have not read it. Having missed out on that action, it was very clear that I was being brought up to date but I was not as clear on how much of that portion of the story was repetition and how much was simply being examined through a new lens based on current events. It felt like it took over half the book to really get into the current action. While this might be good for a first time reader, it was frustrating to know how much repetition was happening.
My biggest issue with this series, especially this book, is that I simply don't like the characters all that much. I must be used to much stronger female characters from reading a lot of urban fantasy. Jolie drove me absolutely crazy because she was such a doormat. Every time she made a decision, she would question herself and fill her own head with self-doubt. She changed her mind every time a hot guy entered the room and it didn't always seem to matter which one. She is told it is her destiny to be Queen of the Underworld and takes on the role even though she is constantly whining that it is one she doesn't want. She decides to rule in her own way only to have those around her change her ideas and block her at every turn. The constant whining about Rand and her inability to hold her own where he was concerned truly made me want to throw the book across the room at times. Rand had a lot of the same issues as Jolie as far as making decisions and changing his mind and not acting on his feelings and so on. I realize it is a paranormal romance, which is not a genre I read much, but does that mean the characters must be spineless?
I didn't particularly like the format of this book either with the use of diary entries. Some of them felt like just ways to dump information while others were more of Jolie's whining and uncertainty.
Without being too spoilery, I will say that the ending seemed an awfully convenient way to keep the series going but I'm afraid it will lend itself to even more repetition and information dumping in future books. I won't be sticking around to find out though as this is not a series that I plan to continue.(less)
How to Be an American Housewife was one of the final books that I read in 2011 and also one of my favorites. It is the story of Shoko, a Japanese woma...moreHow to Be an American Housewife was one of the final books that I read in 2011 and also one of my favorites. It is the story of Shoko, a Japanese woman who marries an American soldier after World War II, and her daughter, Sue, who is raising her daughter as a single mom. The book explores their memories, their relationship, and the bonds of family as Shoko's heart condition prevents her from traveling to Japan to reconcile with her brother.
Books involving memories, traveling between the present and the past, are delicate things to write. If not done well, they can be very confusing or jarring for the reader as the transition takes place. Dilloway handled this potential pitfall wonderfully in How to Be an American Housewife, capturing just how something from the present can catapult one into memories of the past or another instance can bring one out of those memories. Shoko's memories of Japan are powerful as she experienced so much during World War II and in the aftermath. Her experiences are those of an individual but also of a proud nation trying to find its way in a new world order. The traditional roles that define men and women and the rigid structure of society are examined in the way that they provide a solid framework for expectation and action but also prevent individuals and society from moving forward and transitioning into a more global society. Shoko brings these expectations with her to America, although she attempts to convert them from the Japanese expectations to the American ones. Her life remains ordered and structured even though she has entered a new society with different rules.
Sue grows up learning little about her Japanese heritage but fully understanding that her mother is very different than American mothers. The house runs on routines and rules even if they are American rules in her mother's eyes. With parents who have high expectations and strict rules, Sue naturally rebels and relationships are strained further as she marries young, has a daughter, and gets a divorce. Without a solid family foundation to ground her, Sue floats through life barely making ends meet and giving up on the dreams she once had.
Shoko's illness brings together her memories of Japan with her desire to reconnect with her brother. She is not strong enough to travel to Japan herself so she asks Sue to go in her place. While she fears her brother's reaction to the unexpected visit by relatives he has never met, she desires that Sue see where she comes from and learn about her family heritage. Sue and her daughter undertake the journey and come home with a larger sense of self and family. Shoko's brother, Taro, does not tell the story that Shoko fears he will but instead leaves that for her to share if she wishes. While the reunion is rocky, Taro does eventually come to terms with his rejection of Shoko when she married an American and develops a relationship with his American family.
How to Be an American Housewife captured me from the very first sentence and I just wanted to keep reading. The language used by Dilloway in Shoko's memories and to describe Japan is beautiful. She has a keen understanding of the culture through her mother and this shines through in the essential elements of the story. All of the characters have depth and each memory is constructed for a specific purpose in the story. There is no extra padding here but only words to fill the soul with an understanding of the importance of family.
It is very rare that I give a book a 5 star rating but How to Be an American Housewife definitely deserves one.(less)
We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson is the odd, but enthralling, story of two sisters living with their uncle after the rest of thei...moreWe Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson is the odd, but enthralling, story of two sisters living with their uncle after the rest of their family is poisoned at dinner. The story is narrated by Mary Katherine Blackwood, the younger of the sisters. She is the only one of the family to venture into the village where she must endure the taunts of the townspeople. Things change drastically for Mary Katherine when cousin Charles comes for a visit and exerts his influence over Constance, the older sister.
I don't always read the introductions to books but in this case I'm very glad that I did. Knowing that Shirley Jackson is the author of the short story "The Lottery" gave me a little better idea of what to expect from this story. I really knew nothing about it when it was chosen as the December selection by the Reading with Tequila Book Club on Goodreads. While the author's name clearly didn't stick with me, I do remember reading "The Lottery" in high school and the impact the story had on me. If you haven't read this short story, I highly recommend it!
I'm honestly not quite sure what to say about We Have Always Lived in the Castle. The story, as Mary Katherine tells it, drew me in completely even though it seems that very little actually happens. I do not think the story would have been nearly as interesting if another of the characters had told it. Being in Mary Katherine's head and seeing how she thinks about her situation is exactly what makes the story so compelling. The other characters seem a bit flat but I think that is because we only see them as Mary Katherine sees them and she is quite wrapped up in her own vision of the world.
As far as what actually happens in the book, it isn't much. While there are a few key events, the girls' situation at the end of the story is very similar to the beginning. Their dependence on each other has only increased along with their self-imposed isolation. The strength of We Have Always Lived in the Castle is in the characters and the writing rather than the plot. Had it been written in another style or by another author, I do not think it would be nearly as successful in capturing the reader.(less)
In Peter is Just a Baby, the older sister relates all the things that she can do that Peter can't like using big words, learning French, and dancing....moreIn Peter is Just a Baby, the older sister relates all the things that she can do that Peter can't like using big words, learning French, and dancing. The story is cute as it leads up to Peter's first birthday and the sister hoping that Peter will now be able to do some of the things that she can do.
I love the way this book is illustrated. The characters are bears and the illustrations are soft. The pictures match the text very well and flow easily on the pages. Some of the pages have several smaller pictures illustrating different activities while other pages have one large picture. This makes the book more visually interesting than having one large picture on each page and it also allows for more activities to be shown. The book has really nice use of white space for the text as well. Some picture books are difficult to read if the text is placed directly over the illustration but this book avoids that issue completely. The text also flows well around the pictures which keeps the narrative moving visually.
Although there is a glossary in the front of the book with the French terms including pronunciation and definition, I didn't care for the use of French throughout the text. I took French in high school and am somewhat comfortable with the pronunciations but I can see the foreign words being a turn off to parents who are not familiar with the language. I know I don't like reading a story to my daughter if I am uncertain of how to pronounce some of the words. This is really the only thing that I didn't enjoy about this book though.(less)
52 Small Changes One Year to a Happier, Healthier You is the perfect book to start off a new year. So many of us make New Year's resolutions only to h...more52 Small Changes One Year to a Happier, Healthier You is the perfect book to start off a new year. So many of us make New Year's resolutions only to have them fall by the wayside after a few weeks or even just days. We have lofty goals and try to accomplish them all at once rather than attacking them one at a time and breaking them down into manageable portions. We try to turn our lives at 90 or 180 degree angles instead of working on more realistic 2 degree changes. We forget that many little changes add up to some big lifestyle changes over time.
Brett Blumenthal helps to avoid these typical New Year scenarios by providing a concrete road map of 52 changes, one per week, that you can implement over the course of a year. He focuses on the areas of Diet and Nutrition, Fitness and Prevention, Mental Well-Being, and Green Living. Making small changes in each of these areas can have a big impact on the quality of a person's life overall. Blumenthal gives background on why each of these changes are important, examples of how to make each change a part of your routine, and gives you the tools necessary to do so.
One change a week both sounds like a reasonable goal and like too much, too quickly as one of the first things the author admits is how long it can take a change, even a small one, to truly become a habit. One way the author avoids overwhelming the reader is by changing the area of focus from week to week. Another is by letting the changes build upon each other so you have one change established before adding another component. A weekly checklist is included at the end of each week to remind the reader of each change that has already been worked on so past changes continue to be a focus as one moves through the program.
The book is laid out in a very easy to read fashion. It is divided into three parts - an Introduction, the 52 Week Program, and Tools and Resources. The book makes great use of white space by breaking up the text with text boxes, lists (both numbered and bullet points), and charts. Headers of different types are distinguished by bold text and the text size. Icons are used throughout the book for a quick, visual identification of which area a specific change addresses.
I think 52 Small Changes is a program that can be tailored to each individual's specific focus. If you have already implemented the assigned change for the week, Blumenthal provides extra ideas to take that change a step or two further. If a change is something you are truly not interested in pursuing or you don't agree with it, just skip that week and continue focusing on the changes you have already made up to that point. The overall program seems to be fairly well-rounded with changes that will work in harmony to improve one's health and well-being over the long term.(less)
Crocodile on the Sandbank is the first book in a series of historical mysteries centered around Amelia Peabody. When Amelia's father dies leaving her...moreCrocodile on the Sandbank is the first book in a series of historical mysteries centered around Amelia Peabody. When Amelia's father dies leaving her a sufficient inheritance, she travels to Egypt to indulge in the passion for archeology that she and her father shared. Along the way, she rescues Evelyn Barton-Forbes and they become companions on a journey down the Nile. Upon meeting up with some acquaintances on an archeological expedition, a mummy begins appearing in the night to threaten the group. Who is this mysterious mummy and does it post a threat to a specific individual or is it just trying to scare the archeologists away from their finds?
Crocodile on the Sandbank is a good book that took me too long to read due to various personal circumstances. It is full of very descriptive passages of Amelia's journey through Egypt. I loved the language that Peters used as it was so fitting for the Victorian age Amelia inhabits. However, there were times that the descriptions got a bit lengthy and I found I could only read so many pages before needing to take a break. I do think part of this inability to concentrate was due to exhaustion though so it is hard to know how much was due to the book and how much was just my state of mind while reading it.
I loved the characters in this book. Amelia is so full of fire and personality. She is an independent woman full of ideas and ideals. She is not afraid to go against convention when it suits her and she certainly doesn't mind getting her hands dirty. Evelyn seemed strong at times when interacting with Amelia but other times she was too aware of the conventions of society and concerned about how she would be perceived. Emerson and Walter were both a little harder to read even though they were so integral to the storyline.
The story itself is entertaining, although it did get a bit repetitive at times. I think this is another reason that I was only able to focus on the book in small pieces. Each time the mummy appeared, the group seemed to have the same conversations but came no closer to solving the mystery or catching the mummy. Although the book is not long at 262 pages, I think a few of the descriptive passages and repetitive scenes probably could have been trimmed to tighten it up even more.
Overall I did enjoy reading Crocodile on the Sandbank as the November selection for the Reading with Tequila Book Club. If I have an opening in my reading schedule, I would consider picking up another Amelia Peabody mystery but at this point the TBR pile and my book wishlists are too out of control for that to happen in the foreseeable future.(less)
Grammar Girl's 101 Words to Sound Smart is filled with interesting words. Each one is clearly defined but not with the clinical precision of a diction...moreGrammar Girl's 101 Words to Sound Smart is filled with interesting words. Each one is clearly defined but not with the clinical precision of a dictionary. Instead, Mignon Fogarty provides interesting background on the origins of most of the words and gives concrete examples of how the usage may have changed over time. Each word is also accompanied by a quotation or two showing it being used correctly. These quotations were very fun to read and their sources ranged from journalists to politicians to popular authors and television shows.
Some of the words contained in this book were familiar to me but Fogarty pointed out subtle nuances of usage that I was unfamiliar with. Other words were completely new. While I do not see myself regularly interjecting these words into my reviews or other writings, I will be keeping this book on hand as a reference guide for those occasions when an extra special word is needed.
The one thing that I found to be missing from this book is a pronunciation guide for each word. While Fogarty is discussing the usage of these words in writing, I still like to know how the word should sound in my head as I am reading it. (less)

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A pilot of the Canadian airline Jazz received injuries to his eyes from a laser beam as he was on approach to Ottawa.
The plane, a De Havilland Dash 8-300 registered C-GEWQ, was carrying out domestic flight QK8013 from Montreal Airport (YUL) to Ottawa International Airport (YOW), Canada.
As the flight was 25 kilometers (14 nautical miles) from reaching its destination airport, a green laser beam aimed at the cockpit struck the first officer in the eyes. The captain immediately reported the incident to an air traffic controller and requested medical assistance upon landing.
The aircraft landed normally and the first officer was met with paramedics that took him to a hospital. When struck by a laser, pilots are required to have an ophthalmology evaluation.
An investigation into the incident was opened by the Canadian transport authority. “We take this type of activity very seriously and report any incident to Transport Canada, the local police and airport authorities for investigation,” a Jazz spokesperson said to AeroTime, adding “this is an industry issue and we support the appropriate authorities doing all possible to put a stop to this activity.”
Since June 2018, Transport Canada took security measures to prevent laser strikes from distracting, temporarily blinding or even damaging the eyes of the pilot. “The security measure prohibits the possession of a portable battery-powered laser of more than one milliwatt (mW) in all public places within the municipal limits of the major agglomerations of Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver; and within 10 kilometers of certified airports and helipads, unless these lasers have a legitimate purpose, including work or education,” states the authority.
According to Canada’s Aeronautics Act, offenders charged with “interfering with the performance of the duties of any crew member” risk a maximum fine of 100,000 Canadian dollars ($74,847) and a maximum prison sentence of 5 years.
Another Canadian flight was struck by a laser in May 2019, as it was flying over Florida. WestJet Flight WS1948 from St. John’s International Airport (YYT), Canada to Orlando International Airport (MCO), United States, was also nearing its destination when a green laser light reached the eyes of one of the pilots, damaging them. The culprit was not found.
In 2019, the FAA received 5,487 reports of laser strikes on aircraft, a 93% percent increase since the administration started tracking laser strikes in 2010. In 2014, a man in California, United States, named Sergio Rodriguez was sentenced to 14 years in prison after repeatedly striking the cockpit of a police helicopter with a high-powered green laser pointer. The device was 13 times more powerful than a common laser pointer. Such lasers are legal in the United States as long as they are not advertised as “pointer”.
The capacity of laser strikes to disturb the operation of an aircraft raised the interest of the military. In May 2018, the flight crew of a USAF C-130 Hercules was injured by laser activity at Camp Lemonnier base in Djibouti. The Pentagon issued a notice to its airmen in the region, while the U.S. government filed a diplomatic complaint publicly accusing the Chinese personnel also deployed in Djibouti.
In recent years, China has been developing “blinding laser weapons”, as reported in 2015 by its official military newspaper, the PLA Daily. However, such weapons should not damage the vision of permanently, as defined by the Protocol on Blinding Laser Weapons adopted by the United Nations in 1995, and signed by China in 1998.

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Daniels has spoken on numerous occasions about having slept with the president in 2006. Most recently, she sat down for an interview with Anderson Cooper on 60 Minutes, recounting her allegations in their entirety.
Another interview is reportedly coming soon, and this one will spare no details. According to Page Six, Daniels gave a graphic account of her liasion with President Trump in the upcoming issue of Penthouse magazine.
"She answers a lot of questions about Trump that Anderson Cooper didn't ask," an insider told Page Six.
"It's a great feature. She looks amazing," added a spokeswoman for the magazine. When asked how much Daniels was paid for the exclusive, the representative responded, "Why would I tell you that?"
In addition to the interview, Daniels reportedly posed for nude photos for the magazine, though that is hardly surprising considering her long career as an adult film star, writer and producer. She will appear on the cover of the issue, which is set to hit news stands at the end of this month.
Daniels has claimed that she had unprotected sex with Donald Trump on one occasion in 2006, one year after he married first lady Melania Trump and just a few months after she had given birth to their son, Barron Trump. In the 60 Minutes interview, Daniels explained the encounter as mainly an attempt to get cast on Trump's Celebrity Apprentice reality show.
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ONE would think that there would be a limit to how far a fashion house could take a signature aesthetic of clashing prints and contrasting textures, yet this afternoon at her spring/ summer 13 show, Louise Gray once again showed it was possible to keep pushing boundaries.
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Amnesty Int'l Calls on Bahrain to Cease Use of surveillance Technologies
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Bahrain Mirror: A new investigation has revealed how NSO Group's notorious Pegasus spyware was used to infect the devices of three activists in Bahrain, once again demonstrating the grave threat which the spyware poses to critics of repressive governments, Amnesty International said.
The targeting of the three - a lawyer, a mental health counsellor and an online journalist - was uncovered by digital rights organization Red Line 4 Gulf, with technical support from Amnesty International and the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab.
The Pegasus Project has previously identified Bahrain as a potential client of NSO Group, with hundreds of Bahraini phone numbers included on a leaked list of 50,000 potential Pegasus targets.
Lynn Maalouf, Amnesty International's Middle East and North Africa Deputy Director, said: "Bahraini authorities have pursued their crackdown on dissent in recent years, tightening their monitoring of digital media, which was the only space left for open discussion after the government outlawed the legal opposition groups. This chilling breach of the right to privacy comes in a context of harassment against human rights defenders, journalists, opposition leaders, and lawyers."
Amnesty called on the Bahraini authorities to immediately cease their use of surveillance technologies, and for NSO and other spyware exporters to cease supplying states with this dangerous software until an international regulatory framework compliant with human rights obligations is put in place.
Mohammed Al-Tajer was a target for this surveillance. Al-Tajer is a lawyer who has represented the families of two victims who died due to torture by Bahraini security forces in 2011. Forensic analysis by Amnesty International and Citizen Lab showed that Mohamed's phone was infected with Pegasus software in September 2021.
The second target, Sharifa Swar, is a mental health counsellor who has published allegations on her Instagram account that the Ministry of Health is complicit in drug trafficking.
Forensic analysis of her phone showed Pegasus infection from June 2021. She left Bahrain for the UK in December 2021 and has applied for asylum there.
The third target is an online journalist who requested anonymity due to fear of government reprisal. They are well known in Bahrain for covering news about the uprising in Bahrain in 2011, and about ongoing protests. The investigation found that the journalist's phone was infected in September 2021.


Protests raised over tuition redirection
Friday, February 20, 2009
Students hold rally to protest cuts to SUNY
Above, Dennis Hefner explains the tuition redirection enforced on SUNY during a rally led by the Student Association.
Below, one student expresses her opinion.
More photos from the rally
The Student Association held a rally to protest action taken recently that takes money paid by students for their tuition to SUNY universities and uses it to pay for other state services.
At the rally, State Senator Cathy Young, who voted against the resolution in Albany, pointed out that the state was essentially taking the money that students were borrowing for higher education and would be paying back with interest for years to come.
The troubling issue has been distressing students and SUNY officials across the state, and has led to protest rallies at some of the campuses, including Fredonia.
President Hefner recently explained the implications of the sweeping away of tuition revenues.
"Recently, the state legislature accepted Governor Paterson’s proposal to sweep 90% of the spring’s $310 tuition increase into state coffers. This additional cut means that SUNY state-operated campuses have incurred $275 million in cuts during the current academic year.
"This amount equals 18.3% of the state funding for SUNY state-operated campuses, and is in stark contrast to the zero cut to community colleges, the 6% cut to private university Bundy Aid, the 10% cut to CUNY 4-year campuses, and the zero cuts to the two largest parts of the state budget: Medicaid and K-12.
"As if this disparity is not enough, the Governor has proposed the sweeping of 80% of next year’s annualized tuition increase, placing an annual $40 million cut on IFR accounts, and instituting a tax on every externally-funded grant that SUNY brings into the state.
"These additional cuts would raise the total to nearly $400 million, and would represent a 25.3% cut for SUNY state-operated campuses over a two-year period."
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The Ravens have turned to the college ranks to fill their running backs coach vacancy, hiring Wisconsin’s Thomas Hammock on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Hammock, 32, had been serving as the Badgers running backs coach, assistant head coach and recruiting coordinator since 2011. Previously, he served as running backs coach and co-offensive coordinator at Minnesota and running backs coach at Northern Illinois.
Hammock confirmed his departure from Wisconsin via Twitter, as did Badgers head coach Gary Anderson during his signing day press conference Wednesday.
During his three years with Wisconsin, Hammock coached now-Broncos tailback Montee Ball, who led the nation in rushing and was a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2011 before becoming the NCAA’s all-time touchdowns leader in 2012.
In 2013, the Badgers ranked eighth nationally in rushing. During Hammock’s three years with Wisconsin, the team ranked third nationally in rushing yards per attempt (5.7), fourth in rushing touchdowns (121) and seventh in rushing (251.1 yards per game).


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Saturday brunch is officially off the menu, but Harvard University Dining Services rolled out a rotating sandwich bar and a more cohesive daily menu to campus dining halls in an effort to diversify its meal offerings.
The menu changes include a wider selection of fruit to serve as yogurt toppings at breakfast, a daily rotating sandwich bar in place of the former fixed deli, and a chili bar to replace the usual pasta bar during lunch.
According to spokesperson Crista Martin, HUDS introduced the rotating sandwich bar to make the lunch deli “more fun and interesting,” and it will likely change over time or seasonally.
The introduction of a permanent lunchtime chili bar that includes meat and vegetarian options, meanwhile, is an attempt to make the lunch menu healthier and lighter, Martin said. It also expands dining hall vegetarian options and accommodates students with gluten allergies.
Students, for their part, seem to welcome the new offerings.
“For me, if I were to come in and only have breaded chicken or pasta to choose from, I can’t really eat that,” Laura E. Clerx ’16 said. “I really like the new options.”
HUDS also made the switch to hot breakfast and lunch on Saturdays instead of the brunch menu it had reintroduced last year.
Speaking of the change, Martin said last fall’s switch to Saturday brunch was “sort of a trial.”
“People were asking for it, but once we enacted it [students] really didn’t like it," she said.
“Wwe probably won't feel too much of a difference,” Chloe Y. Li ’16 said. “It was nice to have brunch on both weekend days, though.”
—Staff writer Lara C. Tang can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.org.
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A Very Long Engagement (Warner Home Video: two-disc DVD $29.95; rated R; available Tuesday) Audrey Tautou reunites with "Amelie" director Jean-Pierre Jeunet in this tale of a young woman's relentless search for her fiancee, who has disappeared from the trenches of World War I. The set includes an audio commentary track by Jeunet, deleted scenes, making-of materials, a documentary on Paris in the 1920s and a documentary featurette on Zeppelin explosions. The film is in French with subtitles.


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For centuries, Ginseng root has actually been utilized medicinally. China used it completely as an aphrodisiac throughout royal times. The root promotes the launch of nitric oxide while shielding skin and also vein from oxidative tension. A larger erection is the outcome of far better blood circulation to the penis.
Saw palmetto is one more testosterone booster that additionally enhances sexual desire. The Saw Palmetto originates from The United States and also Canada and is frequently made use of to ease prostate-related difficulties in males. Controling testosterone degrees is extremely helpful to a details person.
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Gingko Biloba was one more herb that is assumed to have actually been utilized a whole lot during imperial times. A specifically powerful antioxidant, it causes the brain as well as nerve system to obtain even more blood circulation. As a repercussion, a top quality erection is gotten as an end result of improved blood circulation.
Muira Puama Bark Extract
A plant called Muira Puama expands in Brazil’s terrific amazon woodland. Herbalists use the bark of the plant as a therapy for sexual conditions. The plant removes were discovered to enhance sex-related desire in a research study in the very early 90s.
Berry fruit from the hawthorn plant is a reliable vasodilator, although it does not taste as pleasant as some other berries we consume routinely. Vein are opened up by them in order to allow raised blood flow.
Catuaba Bark Essence
Throughout background, the Catuaba plant has in fact been used thoroughly as an indigenous plant from Brazil as well as Peru.
In enhancement to raising excitement, it is furthermore responsible for causing much better sex-related efficiency.
The herb includes a variety of substances that have a calming influence on the nerve system, lowering both physical and psychological fatigue.
Bioperine is an all-natural essence of black pepper, though the name may suggest it’s a chemical. The possibility of this material to assist the body absorb nutrients is well-known.
40% of its components are taken in by the body because of the visibility of the part. For your objectives to be attained, you need to ensure that all the pieces harmonized.
The Features of VigRX Plus?
A person’s sexual life can be significantly enhanced by concentrating on 2 facets. These are the hormone metabolic process balance and also an ideal supply of vital nutrients.
In order to take care of these 2 aspects, VigRX Plus integrates a variety of energetic components. VigRX Plus has the capacity to achieve its jobs due to these ingredients.
These ingredients have aphrodisiac features as well as boost the blood circulation of the sex drive. A considerable feature of VigRX Plus is to regulate blood flow to the male body organ.
These pills enhance nitric oxide degrees in your body to combat the advantages of this. When nitric oxide exists, muscle mass in the penis are unwinded, allowing blood to stream extra easily.
An erection that is more powerful, more massed, and a lot more extreme will certainly result. Aphrodisiac properties of the formula aid boost your sexual wish along with highlighting your sexual function.
The supplements consist of some compounds that can help to preserve your sexual wish at its greatest degree by improving mind signaling.
You’ll be able to enhance your sexual stamina in addition to the top quality of your erection. There are a number of active ingredients in this product that work as antioxidants to minimize the tiredness of sexual activity.
VigRX Plus Advantages
VigRX Plus is a natural as well as safe supplementation that will supply you with a number of wellness benefits.
A boost in the sex-related libido of the male is among the substantial benefits. As an end result, you will certainly have the capacity to climax several times throughout a single session, in addition to keeping an erection. This drug supplies you larger, more powerful erections that actually make a large difference in exactly how you really feel. Delight in pleasing your companion to your heart’s content.
In the bedroom, an expanding number of individuals are not enthralling their partner, which leaves them really feeling incapacitated. Taking this natural dietary supplement can make your sex life more gratifying as well as your relationship with your companion much more meeting. Really feeling safe in your loving partnership will be aided by recognizing this.
The psychological component of points is furthermore a huge benefit, yet it is not covered as a lot by the sex-related element. With supplementation, your sexual productivity will enhance considerably.
Feeling much better, you’ll furthermore reinforce your intellectual health as your sexual capability boosts. The therapy will certainly alleviate your stress and also make you feel much more relaxed.
Is VigRX Plus Uncomplicated To Utilize?
In a solitary bundle of VigRX Plus, there will be 60 tablet computers, which need to last one thirty days. It will certainly just be vital to take one tablet 2 times daily.
The easiest means to take the tablet computer is to take one in the day as well as one right before evening dishes. The results of these supplements are most reputable when you take 2 of these pills every day. It’s simple to include the tablets right into morning meal as well as supper if you’re battling to take the supplementation.
It is needed that you take these pills for the entire duration of time prior to you quit taking them. Results of the supplements are commonly observed within 30-60 days.
Take the tablet computers till you see continual impacts. The outcome of VigRX Plus will not last if you stop taking it in between.
After your body has actually absorbed the tablet computers, the outcomes will go away, so don’t miss a day.
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If you intend on taking any type of kind of sex-related improvement drug, among your initial issues is the probable adverse effects.
The VigRX Plus supplement, nonetheless, does not have any type of negative effects given that it only uses natural components.
Leading Edge Health And Wellness lags the producers of the health and wellness supplement and states to have the best as well as really best ingredients conveniently offered.
There is a recorded history of using all the components existing in the item. The ingredients are utilized in a series of medications, consisting of conventional cultural solutions.
The components have no negative impacts, a physician’s assistance need to still be looked for previous to starting to take supplementation.
In case you do not like a part of VigRX Plus, you require to not take the medicine. There is no unfavorable influence on you because of this completely natural therapy.
What Do Individuals Claim About The Trademark Name?
As VigRX Plus has really gotten on the market for an extended period of time, it has actually been examined thoroughly. Since 2007, VigRX Plus boxes have been obtained over 1.2 million times according to the net site.
It was declared in one of the testimonials on the website that the supplements began functioning after the third week. The customer’s partner was specifically pleased with the outcomes.
According to another customer, his girth widened when his man member came to be put up. The penile erections would certainly happen extra often and also last much longer.
As he clarifies in his analysis, he intends to remain to use the thing because of the positive excellent outcomes. Male improvement supplements are winding up being considerably preferred nowadays.
How To Obtain VigRX Plus?
You can pick from 5 popular bargains, each according to your choices. Along with these advantages, you will obtain a free of charge bottle of VigRX Nitric Oxide, a totally free subscription to Erection Physical conditioning, and a $50 present card for future orders if you purchase either the 6- or twelve-month deal.
You can return the items for 67 days and obtain your cash back if you’re not satisfied. Returns are just accepted on bundles over 3 months. Deals for one or 2 months are exempt to the return policy.
Is VigRx Plus A Better Alternative To Viagra?
100% natural male improvement items are a far better alternative to prescription medicines because of the truth that they have less downsides. The performance of VigRX Plus has actually been shown in clinical tests, it is safe, as well as countless testimonials back it up.
Register with various other pleased males by acquiring VigRX Plus today if you’re searching for a 100% all-natural male improvement treatment that delivers real, evident benefits.
There are numerous male enhancement items on the market however none have the credibility, medical evidence, or endorsements from real customers the method VigRX Plus has.
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By Kelli Warner & Christine Sherk
When the Eugene Family YMCA built its current facility on Patterson Street in 1955, the founders couldn’t have known that the needs of the community would one day outgrow the building.
Fast forward to 2022. Through a nearly $48 million ongoing capital campaign, a new facility will soon offer more space, services and programs to those who need them. Projected to open in December 2023, this new, world-class Eugene Family YMCA will be located on East 24th Ave., just a few blocks south of the current facility.
Eugene Family YMCA CEO Brian Steffen explains why it’s important to have a local banking relationship and community bank in your corner when undertaking a massive project like the construction of a new facility to serve a community like Eugene-Springfield for the next century.
“Oregon Pacific Bank made a deeply impactful and extremely generous $25,000 donation to help build the new YMCA here in Lane County,” says Brian. “It shows visionary support on behalf of Oregon Pacific Bank to understand that investing in the Y is investing in the health and educational outcomes of our community. We’re so proud of their leadership and so grateful for their support.”
The new facility will include a fully ADA-accessible, flexible floor plan, an indoor track, an aquatics facility, an outdoor exercise terrace, three indoor group exercise studios, and plenty of classrooms and maker spaces – all built with the highest seismic standards. There will be extensive parking, too.
OPB has also provided loan financing to fund YMCA construction costs and bridge any gaps while capital campaign pledges continue to roll in over the next several years.
“OPB looks for partners to enhance our mission in giving back to the communities that we are in, so when we had this opportunity to provide funding for the loan, we also knew we wanted to be able to give back to the campaign for the new Y,” says Megan Horvath, Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager at OPB’s Eugene branch. “We’re excited that they’re here and growing and we just want to do what we can to help enhance this project as best as possible.”
OPB recognizes the YMCA’s positive impact not only within the community, but also personally.
“The YMCA played a really critical role for me in becoming an active adult,” says Vicki Gray, Senior Vice President and Relationship Banking Team Leader at OPB. “I can see how others might really benefit from having a place to go where there’s safe childcare with trustworthy adults and then lots of different types of classes to meet every need. The YMCA is a collaborator and a convenor, and it’s a great place for people to come to build a community.”
Brian says he’s grateful for OPB’s role. With multiple funding streams contributing to the project – private dollars, state lottery funding, grants and foundations – it’s important to have a local banking relationship and a community bank helping to keep things on track. It’s a lot to manage, Brian says, but the excitement and anticipation and ultimately its realization are all worth it.
“It’s going to be a beautiful place that will serve Lane County for another hundred years, and we can’t wait for that gift to help change the health and educational outcomes in our community,” Brian says.
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Digits, the daily tech show from our parent site in New York, picked up on the Tech Europe story about the push for CDMA technology in Europe.
CDMA is the mobile phone standard adopted mainly by the U.S. and in parts of Asia. The rest of the world went for GSM and its successor technologies. Only some one in five phones worldwide are CDMA phones.
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As a long-time fan of the Neptunia series, I couldn’t help but dive into the world of Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters. In this article, I’ll be sharing my review and comparison of this highly anticipated game. From the captivating storyline to the vibrant graphics, I’ll be discussing all the aspects that make this game a must-play for fans of the franchise.
When it comes to the Neptunia series, the sisters have always been a central focus. Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters takes this concept to a whole new level, pitting our beloved CPU goddesses against their own sisters in an epic battle for supremacy. In this article, I’ll be delving into the unique gameplay mechanics and character development that sets this game apart from its predecessors.
Neptunia Sisters VS Sisters Review
When it comes to the world of video games, the Neptunia series has carved out a special place in the hearts of many gamers. This beloved franchise, developed by Idea Factory International, centers around a group of goddesses who personify different gaming consoles. With its unique blend of action, humor, and role-playing elements, the Neptunia series has become a fan favorite.
In the latest installment, Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters, the focus shifts to the sisters of the Neptunia series. This game takes the rivalry between the goddesses to a whole new level, as they battle against each other for supremacy. The storyline is captivating, filled with twists and turns that keep players engaged from start to finish.
One of the standout features of Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters is its vibrant graphics. The developers have truly outdone themselves, creating stunning visuals that bring the game world to life. From the colorful landscapes to the detailed character designs, every aspect of the game is visually appealing.
Storyline and Gameplay of Neptunia Sisters
When it comes to the storyline and gameplay of Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters, I can confidently say that it delivers an engaging and immersive experience. The game takes place in the vibrant world of Gamindustri, where four goddesses rule over different lands. However, in this installment, the goddesses find themselves in a fierce battle against their own sisters, creating a unique twist to the familiar Neptunia universe.
The storyline of Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters is captivating, filled with twists, turns, and unexpected alliances. As the player, you’ll delve deep into the complexities of the sisters’ relationships, their motivations, and the underlying conflicts that drive them. Each character has their own personal arc, allowing for meaningful character development throughout the game.
The gameplay mechanics in Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters are top-notch. The battles are fast-paced and exciting, with a blend of turn-based strategy and real-time action. You’ll have the opportunity to unleash powerful combos and special moves, making each battle a thrilling and strategic experience. The game also introduces new gameplay elements, such as the ability to switch between characters mid-battle, adding an extra layer of depth to the combat system.
Storyline and Gameplay of Sisters
The storyline of Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters is captivating and filled with twists and turns that keep players engaged from start to finish. The game takes place in the vibrant world of Gamindustri, where four goddesses battle against their own sisters, creating a unique twist to the familiar Neptunia universe. As a player, I found myself immersed in the rich lore and intricate relationships between the characters.
One of the highlights of the game is the meaningful character development. Each sister has her own motivations and backstory, which are revealed through dialogue and cutscenes. I enjoyed seeing how their relationships evolved throughout the game and witnessing unexpected alliances form. It added depth to the overall experience and made me more invested in the outcome of the story.
In terms of gameplay, Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters excels in providing fast-paced battles and strategic decision-making. The combat system is fluid and responsive, allowing for seamless transitions between characters mid-battle. I appreciated the ability to switch between sisters on the fly, as it added a layer of tactical depth to the gameplay. Additionally, the game offers a wide range of customizable abilities and skills, allowing players to tailor their playstyle to their preferences.
Neptunia Sisters vs Sisters is a game that truly captivates players with its compelling storyline, immersive gameplay mechanics, stunning visuals, and well-crafted characters. The exceptional music and sound effects further enhance the overall experience, creating a truly immersive audio journey. Over the years, the game has garnered a dedicated and passionate fan base, with a vibrant and active community that spans the globe. The diverse cast of characters allows players to connect with them on a deeper level, and the community plays a vital role in keeping the fan base engaged and excited.


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Highly up-regulated in liver cancer (HULC) is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA). We found that HULC up-regulated sphingosine kinase 1 (SPHK1), which is involved in tumor angiogenesis. Levels of HULC were positively correlated with levels of SPHK1 and its product, sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P), in patients HCC samples. HULC increased SPHK1 in hepatoma cells. Chicken chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) assays revealed that si-SPHK1 remarkably blocked the HULC-enhanced angiogenesis. Mechanistically, HULC activated the promoter of SPHK1 in hepatoma cells through the transcription factor E2F1. Chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) and electrophoretic mobility shift assay (EMSA) further showed that E2F1 was capable of binding to the E2F1 element in the SPHK1 promoter. HULC increased the expression of E2F1 in hepatoma cells and levels of HULC were positively correlated with those of E2F1 in HCC tissues. Intriguingly, HULC sequestered miR-107, which targeted E2F1 mRNA 3'UTR, by complementary base pairing. Functionally, si-SPHK1 remarkably abolished the HULC-enhanced tumor angiogenesis in vitro and in vivo. Taken together, we conclude that HULC promotes tumor angiogenesis in liver cancer through miR-107/E2F1/SPHK1 signaling. Our finding provides new insights into the mechanism of tumor angiogenesis.
Keywords: E2F1; HCC; HULC; SPHK1; angiogenesis; miR-107.

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