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Chinese City May Fine Unmarried Mothers Because Nothing Prevents ‘Sewer Babies’ Like Big Old Fines
Last week we reported about Baby No. 59, the child who was rescued from a sewer pipe after his mom gave birth over a toilet.Â His unmarried mother conceived him during a one night stand and could not afford an abortion so she hid the pregnancy from her family.Â Baby No. 59 is lucky.Â The baby was given to his grandparents and apparently authorities believed the mom’sÂ
totally sketchy story because she was released with no charges filed. Unfortunately this type of thing happens way too often and thanks to a new policy in one Chinese city, stories like this might become even more common.
Wuhan City, located in the Hubei province, plans to fine mothers who have a baby out of wedlock. This decision has sparked outrage even in China, and many people worry that this decision will cause even more stories like Baby No. 59’s. According to Chen Yaya, a gender equality researcher at the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences:
“If the policy is approved, there could be more ‘sewer babies,’ because when mothers can’t afford the cost, they might think about throwing their babies away,”
The policy technically states that “the parties” need to pay the fee when a birth outside of marriage occurs, but it has widely been interpreted as being aimed at unwed mothers and women who have affairs with married men.Â Unmarried mothers already face serious discrimination in China. Premarital sex is traditionally discouraged and unmarried moms cannot receive maternity benefits many mothers get from the government.Â Not only is the parent punished but the resulting child cannot receive health or educational benefits.
Babies resulting from an unmarried relationship or an affair with someone who is already married will provoke a “social compensation fee,” an official at the family planning committee of Wuhan city in central Hubei province said Monday.
According to an unnamed official in Wuhan the fees are considered “social compensation” fees which are typically levied when someone breaks the one-child rule. In the Hubei province this fee is set as three times the average annual disposable income.
After reading about these discriminatory and archaic laws, it isn’t hard to understand why stories like Baby No. 59’s happen. Often the outcome of such stories aren’t as happy. Babies are left to die alone or are killed moments or hours after birth and in some areas women have even been forced to have abortions against their will.
This particular policy has yet to go into effect. The public has a week to comment on it and I’m unsure whether or not public opinion could sway the final decision. What I do know is that until these types of laws are overturned and attitudes towards women in general change in China, horror stories like the “sewer baby” will persist.


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Every week on “Sunday Page” an author has to choose a single page from a comic book. It could be for sentimental reasons o for a particular technical achievement. The conversation could lose itself in the open water of the comic book world but it will always start with the question: «If you had to choose a page from a comic book you love, what would you choose and why?».
This Sunday I’m out with Michael Allred, comic book artist and writer most famous for his independent comics creation, Madman. His style is often compared to pop art, as well as commercial and comic art of the 1950s and 1960s. Among his most famous works, we can cite X-Force, X-Statix, FF, Silver Surfer and iZOMBIE. His latest effort is the comic book biography of David Bowie, Bowie.
So much narrowing down to do, but ultimately settled on Los Bros. Love & Rockets, and then to a Jaime story and then a definitive page from a definitive story, Mechanics. So many different ways I could have gone… Love & Rockets remains one of the most inspiring works I’ve ever experienced, and actually opened my eyes to writing and drawing my own comics.
Why did you pick this particular work?
With this early Jaime Hernandez Mechanics story from Love & Rockets #2 I was knocked out with a thrilling adventure story that was told through letters written to Hopey from Maggie. I’d never seen anything like it. So fresh and natural, but peppered with sci-fi genre elements. Jaime could jump from snapshots, like photos sent with the letters to Hopey, to the actual events she’s describing in the letters, and it all flows wonderfully. It’s all so casual, capturing the attraction between Maggie and Race, and yet their environment is rich with little and big discoveries.
Do you remember when and how you discovered this comic book?
I was teaching Television production at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado and the son of a man who previously had my job there was just starting a career writing comics. This was Steven T. Seagle who ended up co-creating Ben 10 and Big Hero 6.
I had been gifted the first few issues of Mister X that the Hernandez Brothers had done, and loved them intensely. After meeting Steve he told me that if I liked Mister X then Love & Rockets would melt my brain. I picked up the first collections and he was right. I became obsessed and hunted down everything I could by them and to this day buy and re-buy everything they do.
What clicked in you when you first read this story that made you go “ok, I know what my job will be”?
Love & Rockets opened my eyes to the unlimited potential of storytelling in comics. The early issues not only had three brothers creating their own stories, but each of their own stories varied in style, genre, technique and subject matter. And all very naturalistic, relaxed and electric at the same time. I wanted the freedom to tell any kind of story I wanted without restriction, and so I created my own umbrella title, Graphique Musique, when we lived in Europe, and later renamed it Grafik Muzik when we moved back to the U.S. And soon my hobby became a career.
Is there a lesson, as an author, that your learned reading this book?
The Hernandez Brothers showed me that there are no boundaries when it comes to graphic storytelling. It’s invigorating to experiment and expand the potential of the art form. Follow your passions and try to make each new thing you do the best thing you’ve ever done.

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DescriptionTecmo's take on ice hockey, Tecmo Super Hockey features the license from the NHLPA, having the top players of the game at the time. It offers exhibition and regular games as well as playing a season with updated stats and the ability to play in the All-Star game as well. Gameplay is similar to other games, with buttons to pass, shoot, making slap-shots and fake shots, as well as fighting, which is not a common feature. It can be played by two players simultaneously.
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Growing Spaces has been an integral partner in preparing Shumei Natural Agriculture garden in preparation for expanding from homestead scale to production ag scale. The first 22-foot Growing Dome® greenhouse has been so successful in our Natural Agriculture garden, we agreed a larger dome was a necessity for the farm-scale project. We’re pleased to welcome Growing Spaces CEO and Co-owner Puja Dhyan Parsons and staff member Richard Miller as they explain the newest installation at Rodale Institute.
A letter from Growing Spaces
It is such an honor to have this project underway at Rodale Institute, as our vision started in the same era, carrying the same voice for the planet, and sharing the importance of organic growing. Words like “sustainability” and “green business” were hardly understood then. Our alignment with the mission and vision of Shumei Natural Agriculture is also a source of gratitude, as we are here to teach people how to replenish the Earth and see beauty as a way to the Divine. Giving people a way to afford healthy food is a revolution as well. All of it requires personal responsibility and a learning curve. We are all educators in this regard.
As an Aikidoist who studied for decades under the expertise of an enlightened Japanese master, Morihei Ueshiba, I am aware of the gifts of vision from Shumei’s founder Mokichi Okada. According to the Shumei website, “When Natural Agriculture’s founder conceived of these ideas, he was not just looking for an alternative food source. He was responding to larger themes in the world, particularly to the way human beings treat the environment and each other, to a culture that leads to disregard, conflict and violence.”
Growing Spaces is our vehicle for bringing peace and beauty as well as the lessons learned by relating to Nature as teacher to the world. Our Growing Dome demonstrates that we can “do more with less” because of its off-the-grid potential to sustain year-round growing with minimal use of fossil fuels. Our motivation is the sustenance of people and planet as well as the profit needed to grow as an example of a business engaged in creating solutions for our time. More than a greenhouse, it’s a way of life.
We send our thanks to Shumei and to the volunteers who are making this Growing Dome possible for Rodale Institute. We hope that it will be a living laboratory for all who come to learn there and an experience of Beauty and Peace for all who enter.
Puja Dhyan Parsons
CEO and Co-owner of Growing Spaces, LLC
By Richard Miller, Growing Spaces Staff
What do Growing Spaces, Rodale Institute, and Shumei Natural Agriculture all have in common? A 33-foot Growing Dome greenhouse! Janet and I began installing a 33-foot Growing Dome at Rodale Institute in Kutztown, PA for the Shumei Natural Agriculture project this April. It’s been about three and half years since the existing 22-foot Growing Dome was installed by Rodale Institute, Shumei staff, volunteers and myself.
The 22-foot Growing Dome built in 2009 at the Rodale Institute Shumei Natural Agriculture Garden.
Site of the NEW 33-foot Growing Dome greenhouse going up this week.
This is a special project and we are honored to be part of it. The science behind Rodale Institute, the exquisite art of farming by Shumei and a greenhouse product where life thrives all teamed up to provide a working model of a way to grow and think about our life and our food!
Friday, March 29: When we arrived at JFK Airport the Shumei farmer at Rodale Institute, Kenji Ban, met us at Delta airline arrivals and we were off. Little did we know it would take us an hour and forty minutes to travel 6 blocks before Kenji could turn out of traffic and get us out of there. Finally, after dark we arrived at Rodale Institute.
Saturday, March 30: I’m sitting in the formal living room of an old, circa 1827, house at the Rodale Institute looking through Our Roots Run Deep, the story of the Rodale family. We are waiting for Kenji to pick us up for the new Shumei House party. Shumei just purchased an 1868 old church in Lyon Station, near Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Janet and I had a GREAT time and the pictures explain some of it.
Going in to the Shumei House for their Open House.
Violinist Mika Maki at the Shumei Open House.
Monday, April 1: APRIL FOOLS, you thought we were starting construction on the Growing Dome! The pictures show our progress with digging holes/trenches for electric and looking for water lines. Next we can get to work on the actual greenhouse.
Digging trenches for electric and water.
Tuesday, April 2: The weather has been the main reason for not having the foundation ready, and guess who is in the hot seat so to speak (that would be me). Anyway, the pictures of us working on the piers and digging trenches for water lines tell the story.
Wednesday, April 3: One week left! Today, we basically worked from 7:45 am to 5:30 pm and I don’t recall working on the Growing Dome. Oh, that’s right; we were still finishing the Sonotube foundation. Once again the pictures tell the story. We pour concrete first thing tomorrow morning, let’s see…
Thursday, April 4: Concrete, and can you believe it, some people actually got to work on Growing Dome pieces, at least the stem wall and pentagon assembly. Check out the photos. Thanks for interns and Shumei volunteers!!
Friday, April 5: Life after a hot shower – reflecting on this past week, it’s interesting how my perspective can change. Gratitude – that’s what I’m feeling. Think of the short list of people on this planet that can take a hot shower and how your body feels afterwards. Gratitude – one of the basic principles in Shumei. Please don’t let me forget that! The weekend is soon at hand. This morning started with two end dumps full of gravel to fill up that 33-foot Growing Dome middle. We worked on some structural components and leveled gravel, and leveled gravel, and leveled gravel…. The backhoe operator took out one of the piers, so we had to fix it, shoot it in with the others, and re-pour. Life has its adventures. Anyway, tomorrow with volunteer help we will start to assemble the greenhouse structure.
Saturday, April 6: Cold morning, mild afternoon. We finished cladding the stem wall and started to assemble the wall on the piers. We entered the dimensional shift game, moving the Growing Dome to get its sweet spot. I know because the Growing Dome told me so!
Sunday, April 7: Good day with good friends and good help. We got the first level up. We still have the final three sections of leveling and then on we go to installing the door pentagon.
Monday, April 8: Great weather, more like summer than spring. We finished the structure with the help of, as you can see from photos, a proud and hardworking crew. Tomorrow, we have vent installation and are also covering the structure with the polycarbonate glazing panels. You’ll feel like you’re right there with us!
Tuesday, April 9: First, I checked rechecked hubs for tightness. Then it was time to install the vents. With that out of the way we could get to the exciting part of covering the Growing Dome with the polycarbonate glazing panels. We knew it would be tough because of the gravel floor in varying degrees of thickness, even though we leveled it to the best of our ability. Plywood underneath ladders is awkward! I thought it went well considering the challenges of this particular build and the experience level of our crew. It must have been because we had so much great enthusiasm! The pictures tell the story.
Wednesday, April 10: Our last day is supposed to be today. If it had been just the greenhouse, we would have been there, but the weather and the unanticipated foundation work put us behind. Our schedule is set though and we have to leave tomorrow! So, today I couldn’t work, my sinus infection had got the best of me and I was down for the count. Shumei staff took the day off from the build to plant their potato crop. Then, overnight, it rained and watered all the seed potatoes! The timing was great.
Thursday, April 11: So, my wife Janet and I have decided she will stay on and I will leave for Colorado. After all, what the crew needs is experience and a leader who knows how to do it right. She’s the one for the job! To be continued…
Janet Miller stays on to help finish the project.
Monday, April 22, 2013: From Pagosa Springs, CO: I’m finishing off my vent making at the Growing Spaces manufacturing facility in SW Colorado so I can zoom back to Pennsylvania and help complete the Growing Dome. Jan and I missed each other too much, and she needed someone to tape the very top of the greenhouse and the vents. Did I mention how nice they look? Shumei staff members Kenji Ban and Chisako Fukushima have been taking the pictures you see and Jan has added some shots also in between running the show. Thanks to all the interns and volunteers, even with rainy days they have made great progress. I should arrive in beautiful downtown Newark, NJ the afternoon of the 24th.
Thursday, April 25, 2013: I love round tanks, especially when it comes to leveling. Today we were busy finishing the tank. Don’t you love Janet’s pleats in the tank liner? Other tasks included finishing the fans, final odds and ends at the door, and leftover parts.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013: Finished! Thursday and Friday passed with more of the above tasks and we were left the weekend for taping the seams of the greenhouse. Just Jan and I and one lone extension ladder! Don’t attempt this at home. You really need two extension ladders with outriggers to do a Growing Dome this size. So as not to be banned from taping again, we didn’t take any pictures and have changed our names for security reasons, HA! HA! We were so fortunate to have perfect weather for taping—mildly warm and no wind. Then Sunday night it started to rain and rain. That put us off until Tuesday afternoon, don’t you just love it, when we could work a little on the project. We had enough time remaining to explain to the totally competent interns and Shumei staff how to assemble the few parts of the Growing Dome that were left for completion. And then we were off, back to Colorado, back to our forest home.

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Intelligent insurgence for the masses,
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Intelligent, politicised and incredibly potent. Hip hop, jazz, folk and some mental rock stylings fused into some of the most addictive and powerful songs you'll hear. Along with the likes of Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobius Pip, we now face a new breed of act that respects the listeners intelligence, not takes it for granted.


Islamic preacher Zakir Naik became the face of another controversy after a Mumbai Police probe discovered deposits of 60 crore from three foreign nations into his bank account.
According to ‘The Times of India’ report, the amount was transferred over the course of three years in bank accounts belonging to the televangelist’s family members instead of the account of the Islamic research Foundation (IRF).
“We still don’t know what this money was meant for. We have done an inquiry and found the money trail. The money was transferred to family members’ accounts,”
Police are still contemplating action against Naik under the Foreign Contributions (Regulation) Act 2010. The two NGOs, IRF and IRF Educational Trust, despite having been registered as educational NGOs, mostly utilises its funds to conduct activities that preach religion.
Naik’s defenders claim that the money is white and he is not in violation of any law.
The accounts of a school that is run by Naik’s foundation is now being investigated.
Naik first came under the media’s attention when two attackers involved the Dhaka terror attack asserted that they were inspired by him.


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A family farm used support from multiple Rural Development Programme (RDP) measures to ensure the farm’s viability and diversify towards a quality focused and profit-oriented business.
Projects & Practice
EAFRD support enabled a young person to start his own commercially-oriented farm, thus contributing to the generational renewal of the sector.
An EIP-AGRI Operational Group was set up to develop new agronomic tools that will enable farmers to use pivot irrigation more efficiently.
An EIP-AGRI Operational Group project on the use of insects for adding value to organic residues from agriculture.
Developing an integrated identification and control system that enables the detection of pests in fields and gardens and determines the optimal time to apply protective measures.


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I have America surrounded : the life of Timothy Leary / John Higgs.
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In July 2017, Kentucky State Police say they received a complaint stating that 38-year-old Bradley Lee had committed Sexual Abuse.
Troopers conducted an investigation and obtained an arrest warrant for Lee, who was charged with Sexual Abuse 1st Degree, a Class D Felony, punishable by one to five years in prison.
Lee was arrested without incident on Tuesday evening.
He was lodged in the Hopkins County Detention Center, but has since bonded out.
His court date is scheduled for March 23.
(This story was originally published on March 15, 2018)

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A smash-hit show from Jeff and Sue Short with their musicians featuring the very best songs and anecdotes from Hollywood film musicals.
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Are there less nutrients in farmed fish?
We have no idea where the misconception comes from.
Food scientists seem to agree that trout, salmon and char are packed with protein and healthy omega fats, whether they’re wild or farmed.
But we wanted to find out for ourselves!
So last spring, we reached out to the Guelph Food Innovation Centre at the University of Guelph to analyze our rainbow trout and Arctic char.
And guess what, Springhills fish are overloaded with all the things that make fish good for you.
In a typical serving of Springhills trout (somewhere around 5oz), our analyses shows you get more than 1,000mg of omega-3 fatty acids. The Arctic char are just under 900mg!
For context, Health Canada recommends at least 300 – 450 mg a day. So you’re a far cry beyond that!
So wild, farmed, whatever. If you’re eating local fish that’s eco-certified, you’re making a good decision for you and a good decision for the planet!

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'Nine Perfect Strangers' Star Michael Shannon Breaks Down His Character [Interview]
Nine Perfect Strangers only just premiered on Hulu, but the drama is already intensifying. Things can only stay so calm when you gather a group of emotionally struggling people. Add a mysterious and mildly creepy health guru to the mix and some wild twists and turns are sure to follow.
The Hulu drama stars Nicole Kidman as resort host Masha, who is determined to rejuvenate her nine new clients — by any means necessary. Among her are guests is Michael Shannon as Napoleon Marconi, and while we’re all used to a more badass persona from Shannon, he’s diving headfirst into goofy dad-like humor with this role.
Shannon just recently proved his penchant for comedy as a member of the rich Thromby family in Rian Johnson‘s 2019 whodunit, Knives Out. And while Nine Perfect Strangers isn’t exactly going for the overt ridiculousness of the Thornby’s, Shannon’s Napoleon has more than his fair share of goofy moments. Napolean arrives at Tranquillum House with his wife and daughter, hoping to heal from the death of his son, Zach. Despite the grief, Napolean sticks to looking on the bright side of things, and Shannon delivers some classic dad energy.
But Masha’s unique tactics allow her to reach everyone’s depths, no matter how well they manage to hide their pain. By the end of episode three, Shannon delivers a monologue so heartwrenching it’s hard to remember his past three episodes of lighthearted humor.
I had a chance to speak (all too briefly) with Michael Shannon about what Napoleon’s working through and how Masha helps shape his emotional journey.
So, things get pretty messy and emotional for the strangers at Tranquillum. We see a couple of big heartbreaking monologues, but especially with your character, there’s a lot of comedy mixing with grief. How did you think about bringing those two together?
Well, yeah, it made a lot of sense to me. Comedy a lot of times is a way that human beings deal with pain: trying to get away from pain or extinguish pain or move beyond pain… A lot of the greatest comedians historically had very troubled, difficult lives, so it makes a lot of sense to me. It’s not like Tommy’s on one end and pains on the other. It’s almost like a circle, snake eating its own tail, I guess.
How do you think Napoleon is dealing with the situation that he’s in? Is he aware of his grief and trying to suppress it?
He’s trying to survive. It’s like if you’re drowning and you can see the surface of the water, do you try and get up there or do you just let yourself sink? And he’s trying. He’s trying to get up to break through the surface and get some air. But in the process of doing that, he’s flailing around every which way and definitely has the capacity to make a spectacle of himself. But there’s a lot of people like that in the world. It’s actually quite common.
So the guests have a theory that Masha picked them all because of how their trauma complements each other. What effect do you think he has on the group dynamic and the other strangers?
Well, maybe to inspire them to not be so morose or self-obsessed. He certainly doesn’t have the answers to being happy or anything, but at least he’s making an effort and not succumbing to his darker impulses.
And what about his relationship with Masha? How do you think her mystical powerfulness is affecting him?
Well, you know, it’s interesting with him because I think on one hand he feels an affinity with her, but on the other hand, he has this very strong reluctance to submit to any sort of authority or to admit that he doesn’t know something because he’s a teacher by profession. So I guess that makes sense that it’d be threatening to him to have someone tell him that he doesn’t know everything and that he needs to listen. So I think, in one way, he likes to imagine that he identifies with Masha, but on the other hand, there’s that rift there where he’s not willing to take her advice all the time.
The first three episodes of Nine Perfect Strangers are available to stream on Hulu, with new episodes dropping weekly.
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Small steps, small percentages, but there's plenty to be excited about for the Snapdragon 821... if you're ASUS launching the ZenFone Deluxe 3.
The fabled second take on Xiaomi's phablet spec monster is variably soon. While the wait grows longer or shorter, check out this weird build of Android.
Dual cameras? Not here. 8GB of RAM? Take half and run with it. Snapdragon 821? Give or take 1 or 2 points, sure. We still have a hard time with this thing.
A 4K tablet? A Sense ID ultrasonic fingerprint sensor? A Mobeam sensor? There's too much going on in Qualcomm's reference hardware here.
T-Mobile may utilize four cellular streams to allow the Galaxy Note 7 to use all of them. Result? Faster and more reliable downloads and uploads.
It's only days prior to the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Does it carry the torch as the chaebol's leading edge in mobile?
Altun hits the mid-range while Capricorn soups up a Snapdragon 820. Both supposedly testify to Xiaomi's minute-scale engineering prowess.
The Sony Xperia X Performance is about to get a new sibling later this year. So, what will it have and where can it stand out in the crowd?


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One of my top 3 favorite albums of the year. Its not very often and artist brand new to you can have such a profound impact on you. I can't even count how many times I've listened to this album since I stumbled upon it. Haunting, soothing, and deeply moving at the same time, this album truly relates the feeling of loosing a connection with someone or something you love, better than a lot of albums I've heard that have tried to. Animalman


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LS&I cars 2212, 2229, 2240 and 2483 with the diamond logo for Lake Superior and Ishpeming. Available in 3-rail only!
LAKE SUPERIOR AND ISHPEMING RAILROAD
40′ 1937 AAR Standard Design Single Door Box Car
The Lake Superior & Ishpeming Railroad boxcars we have chosen for this year’s Club Cars were in use from the 1940s to the 1970s era. In 1951 the LS&I operated 102 miles of main line and 55 miles of branch lines. The primary business was transporting iron ore from the many mines located in the Marquette Iron Range area and timber related operations in the Munising region. During this era the Lake Superior & Ishpeming Railroad was one of a very few Class One railways that was completely free of debt with it’s capitalization consisting solely of common stock, with 75% of the outstanding common stock own by the Cleveland – Cliffs Iron Company. Today the Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad primarily transports taconite (processed iron ore) pellets from the Tilden Mine located south of Ishpeming to a ore boat loading dock on Presque Isle north of Marquette. The LS&I also interchanges ore cars with Canadian National Railway for shipping from the Port of Escanaba. The Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad operates as an independent railroad with sixteen miles of mainline trackage and is completely owned by Cliffs Natural Resources.
- Available in four different Road Numbers with two Black and two Red color Diamond Logos
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- Limited Production Run of only 50 Scale O boxcars for each road number available.

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When Brenda Hayden first set her eyes on the foreclosed and defunct 22-unit apartment complex that Builders of Hope was considering transforming into an affordable-housing development in west Charlotte, one word came to mind: uninhabitable. Despite the squalor -- three people were squatting in the three blighted buildings on Rowan Street -- BOH bought the property in 2009 with a neighborhood stabilization grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, said Hayden, Charlotte-area director of BOH, which is based in Raleigh.Read More »
Desks in hallways. File cabinets in bathrooms. It sounds like a dormitory after a night of hard partying. Actually, though, it's what Mecklenburg County district attorney's office was like before a renovation project expected to wrap up in the next few months.
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Shortly after after Whole Foods opened its first Charlotte store, Harris Teeter had its own news. The chain announced that it would convert two area Lowes Foods locations to concept stores carrying cigars, specialty cheeses and a large variety of wine and beer.Read More »
Carolinas Medical Center-University has been open for more than a quarter of a century and is the largest hospital in northern Mecklenburg County. But things get old after years of operations. Utilities need replacing. Facilities need updating.Read More »


text: The present study was designed to examine the ventral tegmental area (VTA) dopamine neuronal activity in nicotine withdrawal rats by means of in vivo single-unit extracellular recordings. Animals were treated with nicotine base (6 mg/kg/day, s.c.) four times daily for 12 days. One day after the last nicotine administration, the firing rates of the VTA dopamine neurons were found to be significantly decreased. Following 2, 3, 5 and 10 days of nicotine withdrawal, however, the firing rates returned to the control levels. The number of spontaneously active dopamine cells was not altered at any time points. The results indicate that the VTA dopamine neuronal activity is reduced during the first day of nicotine withdrawal.

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Fast and Loose (1930 film)
|Fast and Loose|
|Directed by||Fred C. Newmeyer|
|Cinematography||William O. Steiner|
|Distributed by||Paramount Pictures|
|November 8, 1930|
Fast and Loose is a 1930 romantic comedy film directed by Fred C. Newmeyer and starring Miriam Hopkins, Carole Lombard and Frank Morgan. The film was written by Doris Anderson, Jack Kirkland and Preston Sturges, based on the 1924 play The Best People by David Gray and Avery Hopwood. Fast and Loose was released by Paramount Pictures.
The Lenox family of Long Island, headed by Bronson (Frank Morgan) and Carrie (Winifred Harris), is wealthy and respectful of tradition, but their children Bertie (Henry Wadsworth) and Marion (Miriam Hopkins) are more irreverent. When Bertie gets involved with a chorus girl, Alice O'Neil (Carole Lombard), and Marion falls in love with Henry Morgan (Charles Starrett), an auto mechanic, the family tries to intervene to prevent their children from marrying beneath themselves.
- Miriam Hopkins as Marion Lenox
- Carole Lombard as Alice O'Neil
- Frank Morgan as Bronson Lenox
- Charles Starrett as Henry Morgan
- Henry Wadsworth as Bertie Lenox
- Winifred Harris as Carrie Lenox
- Herbert Yost as George Grafton
- David Hutcheson as Lord Rockingham
- Ilka Chase as Millie Montgomery
- Herschel Mayall as Judge Summers
- A typographical error in the title cards for this film turned starlet "Carol Lombard" into "Carole Lombard", a name she kept for the remainder of her career.
David Gray and Avery Hopwood's play, The Best People, opened on Broadway on 19 August 1924 and ran for 142 performances. (It was later revived in 1933 when it ran for a more modest 67 performances.) Hopwood was a prolific and successful playwright, many of whose plays were adapted into films – his 1919 play The Gold Diggers provided the template for the Warner Bros. series of movie musicals.
The Best People was made into a silent film in 1925, The Best People, before Paramount had it refashioned into a vehicle for Miriam Hopkins, an established Broadway star who had just signed with the studio after making the short subject The Home Girl for them in 1928. Fast and Loose was her second film appearance.
Fast and Loose was also Preston Sturges' second Hollywood assignment, after The Big Pond (and its French-language version La grande mare). Carole Lombard, on the other hand, had appeared in over 40 films by the time Fast and Loose was released, all as "Carol Lombard."
- The Best People at the Internet Broadway Database
- Erickson, Hal Plot synopsis (Allmovie)
- TCM Screenplay info
- TCM Full synopsis
- The Best People (1924) at the Internet Broadway Database
- The Best People (1933) at the Internet Broadway Database
- The Best People at the Internet Movie Database
- Miriam Hopkins at the Internet Broadway Database
- Mirian Hopkins at the Internet Movie Database
- Carole Lombard at the Internet Movie Database

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Succulents Under-The-Sea in a Cacti Planter
With gorgeous coral shaped cacti and ocean coloured succulents, we feel like we're planting an underwater coral reef with this design! The turquoise, green and violet colours of the succulents and cacti add to the ocean feeling.
To create our design we keep the taller plants in the back, with the shorter echeveria succulents in front. Mixing up the plant shapes also creates interest and beauty in our planter, using round shorter plants and tall skinny grass-like succulent varieties mixed with the coral cacti.
Try a neutral coloured pot to really keep the attention on your gorgeous succulents and cacti!

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Remember how I punched the star for the card in this post from the leftover Real Red glimmer paper I had made for a workshop project? This was that project.
I wanted to add some "berries" to this wreath, and couldn't decide what to use, when my eyes landed on the beautiful blue glimmer paper I had previously made for this card. And I thought, why not? So, following the same directions as here, I created a strip of Real Red glimmer paper, and punched the "berries" out with a standard paper punch.
If you would like to give this card a try, here's how:
Perfect Punches stamp set
Daydream Medallions stamp set
Naturals White cardstock
Pear Pizzazz cardstock
Real Red cardstock
Real Red ink
Old Olive ink
Floral Frames Collection Framelits
Real Red Ribbon
Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder
1 3/8" Circle Punch
Emboss a 3 3/4" x 5" piece of Naturals White cardstock with the Big Shot inside the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder. Adhere this piece to a standard size, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", Naturals White card base.
In Old Olive ink, stamp the largest and the second largest medallions on the Pear Pizzazz cardstock. Using the second largest and the third largest of the Floral Frames Framelits, cut each of the medallions out with the Big Shot.
Use the appropriate sized Framelits from the Circles Collection to cut out the center of each of the medallions. Adhere the medallions together with a few Stampin' Dimensionals to form a wreath
On a scrap of Naturals White cardstock, stamp "Joy at Christmas" in Real Red. Punch it out with the 1 3/8" Circle Punch, and adhere to the center of the wreath with a Stampin' Dimensional in the center.
Tie a bow with the red ribbon, and adhere it to the wreath with a Glue Dot.
To make the berries for the wreath, punch them out of the glimmer paper you made, and attach them to the wreath with green glue.


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We are a movement of citizens, indignated with the Plan Wathelet
We are common citizens who discovered overnight, that our families were now flown-over daily by planes at a low altitude.
We are common citizens who discovered that this dispersion plan was adopted by the Federal Government, without concertation, despite its enduring damages to Brussels
We are common citizens who discovered that this Plan was not offering any long-term solution but instead transferred the hinderances closer to the heart of Brussels.
We are common citizens convinced that Brussels citizens and inhabitants must combat this nonsensical plan with all their means
We are common citizens convinced that an alternative policy is possible

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The couple were both wearing Qixia’s uniform and at first glance, Li Fanxing recognized them as Sheng Yize and An Xiaxia!
How come even their lovey-dovey could get in her way?!
She should be in the center of the stage enjoying all the spotlight as well as An Xiaxia’s jealousy! How could the director say that even two passersby were better than her?
Some with sharper eyes recognized Sheng Yize. “Director, I think that guy is Sheng Yize, the captain of that group Starry Night. He played a minor part in the xiaxian drama ‘The Tale of the Banished Immortal’ and he was pretty good…”
The stern look on the director’s face softened a little. He and the director of the “Banished Immortal” were old acquaintances and the latter had spoken very highly of Sheng Yize, saying that he was a dependable kid and a good actor.
If only this drama could have had him as the male lead… too bad he had left showbiz.
“Oh god… that girl is so adorable and pretty. The two of them look quite close. Are they a couple?” someone murmured.
The cameraman stood there listening to the gossip. At those words, he suddenly raised the camera, zoomed in, and began to film An Xiaxia.
An Xiaxia was gnawing on her corn cob with eyes wide open, as if she was afraid that Sheng Yize would steal her food away. She reminded one so much of a cute hamster.
Sheng Yize held a wet paper towel with resignation and would wipe her mouth every now and then.
“Teehee…” She giggled at Sheng Yize, who then pinched her cheek with his long fingers. On camera, her skin was smooth and plump and the two of them looked like they were in a romantic drama.
The whole thing lasted three minutes at most.
Afterwards, the cameraman hit replay and beckoned the director over to watch.
The director watched it in silence, then watched it again. He then heaved a long sigh.
This girl looked perfect for the main female role in this drama.
She was pretty and natural – way better than that Li Fanxing!
Had it not been for Li Fanxing’s patron, the sponsor of this project, he would never have accepted her!
He glared at Li Fanxing. Fortunately, she was only in a major supporting role, otherwise he didn’t think he could tolerate her anymore!
“That’s a wrap for today!” The director waved his hand, which only embarrassed Li Fanxing further.
She hadn’t had one successful take today, which meant she had come here for nothing!
However, the director was quite a character and wouldn’t even look at her. She could only stomp her foot in frustration.
“Why, Fanxing, quickly, go stay in the shade. You’ll get a sunburn out here!” Her manager came over, talking in an exaggerated tone and leading her toward the shade of the trees at the edge of the sports ground.
It just so happened that Li Fanxing was led to where Sheng Yize and An Xiaxia were sitting.
An Xiaxia’s belly was plump after all the snacks she had eaten. Seeing Li Fanxing come over so soon, she was bemused. “Wow, that’s an efficient crew. They’re done already?”
Sheng Yize glanced at the shoot in the distance and immediately realized what was going on. He snickered.
“No crew can be that fast, unless there was an accident, or…” Sheng Yize gave Li Fanxing a knowing look. She couldn’t stand his insinuating tone and said viciously, “At least I’m an actress and An Xiaxia isn’t! Hmph, Sheng Yize, you have no taste! You can’t be blamed for that!”
Sooner or later, he would be hers!
An Xiaxia, on the other hand, grew curious at Sheng Yize’s words. She prompted, “Or what? Don’t leave your sentences unfinished…”
The smile on Sheng Yize’s face was cold. “Some lousy actress pissed the director off, what do you think? That’s why they always say that ugly people should work harder at school. An ignorant person should never go into acting.”
“Who are you calling ignorant?” Li Fanxing said in a high-pitched voice.


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I am not ashamed that I live with bipolar disorder, a mental illness, a brain disorder. I am not ashamed that I take psychotropic medication. I am not ashamed that my parents are struggling as they age, as their brains and bodies fail them. There is no shame in that. There is no need to hide. No need to keep it a secret.
As I love and respect myself, I love and respect my parents. I assume that my love comes through my writing. I know that others identify with their struggles and with my struggles. I know that it helps to have others for support, to know that you are not alone. There are support groups. Reach out. Get help. Do not try to do it all alone. It’s too much to do alone.
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer’s Association advances research to end Alzheimer’s and dementia while enhancing care for those living with the disease.
NIA, one of the 27 Institutes and Centers of NIH, leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer’s disease research.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
Thank you, Sheldon.
When you are seeking for me it’s personal journey
Even with the knowledge Dr have these days
They still do not understand
I went through this last week with my car accident and being in the hospital
It was as though I was a foreigner from distant land and didn’t speak English
Is somewhere so far down the list
They need a magnifying glass to read it’s traits and characteristics
The Sheldon Perspective
I agree. No shame. Just work toward wellness, better mental health, for ourselves and for those we love.
That must be really tough. 😔
There is no shame in mental illness! A premature baby doesn’t need to be ashamed because its mom smoked at birth; it’s difficult because nobody CHOOSES illness. I’d have given mine back to somebody and said “What else you got?” If I could’ve. I talk to myself and need to look at Dissociative Identity Disorder and substance abuse counselling. Not my fault, I just have to fix it.
No, in some senses I am alone in caring for my parents. I have emotional support, but I’m doing the heavy lifting.
Certainly is no shame, and I hope you don’t feel alone Kitt x
Yes. Very much so.
Yet another courageous, informative post.
I’m facing aging parents myself, my father and mother in law. It can be rough…
Well said, Kitt. 💖
You are an awesome person Kitt. You define you, not your illness!
There should never be shame in dealing with the cards you’ve been dealt. Some are bigger than others.
I don’t think there should be shame in any disease.
You’re right. There is no shame and it shouldn’t be kept secret.
I’ve been meaning to contact Senator Susan Collins from National institute on aging for weeks now. I loved this post. Life can be messy.

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I recently bought a Gitzo GT3541. Since I don't need the center column, I tried removing it but the attachment is not that strong overall. A little twist on the plate will turn it and the head becomes little wobbly. I am using Arca Swiss Z1 with it. I may be doing something wrong here but wanted to check what others have to say about removing the center column and attaching the head directly on the plate. Is this stable enough ?
Also, I wanted to get the Markin Tb-30 for it but Markins website says that TB-30 doesn't fit GT3541L purchased after Apr. 2012, which is my situation. Any other manufactures makes the same kind of base plate ?
Anybody knows what exactly the difference is between the older and 2012 models for 3541 ? I know that they did a lot of design change for the Systematic/Mountaineer series and introduced a 2 version (ex, GT3542LS) but don't see any information on the version 1 of the Mountaineer series (GT3541) though. I have a GT2541 (alongwith TB-21) purchased 2 yrs before and don't see any visible difference in design between the 2 and 3 mountaineer series.
I would contact the Nikonian Pro shop and ask about TB-30 compatibility with your Mountaineer GT3541. It should be compatable, as far as I know there has not been any changes to the Mountaineer GT3541 since it was introduced. The Systematic series was updated for 2012, but not the Mountaineer series.
The GT3541 description at the Pro shop may be a little out of date, I believe when they say GT3541 "new" features they are comparing the GT3541 to the older (discontinued) GT3540.
If you are not going to use the center column, why not return the Mountaineer and get the the Systematic model that doesn't have a center column? An optional center column can be purchased separately later if you decide you need one.
If you are interested in the changes Gitzo made to the 2012 Systematic series click on the link below - it goes to the Gitzo website. Scroll to the bottom of the webpage for pictures of the changes that they describe at the top of the webpage.
Tue 27-Nov-12 10:20 PM | edited Wed 28-Nov-12 12:17 AM by gdebjit
The only reason why I avoided the Systematic series is because of the more girth than the mountaineer. I do love to backpack and mountaineer slides in very well due to the slickness. I will have to somehow find out how much more the girth is as compared to mountaineer ? also, removing the center column reduces some of the weight, its actually .6lb lesser. I will get in touch with the pro shop and see what they has to say about the tb-30.


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Arnebeck, of the Massachusetts-based Alliance for Democracy, has joined with Rev. Jesse Jackson and asked the state Supreme Court to reconsider the election results in their initial suit, accusing Bush's campaign of "high-tech vote stealing."
Included in Arnebeck's motion is a two-page testimony taken in the presence of a court reporter where alleged witness Catherine Buchanan says she was told Diebold reprogrammed voting machines while present at her local Board of Elections. Also included is a letter from an Ohio county election official who stated that test tabulator decks were "discarded" in violation of Ohio law. RAW STORY has acquired these documents and will be posting them shortly linked from our main page.
The New York Times Ignores the Voting Problems, it has not even taking notice of the congressional hearings underway.
Cobb, Kerry add vote tampering to Ohio suit
Ohio Electors May Be Challenged
The ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee told us tonight on Countdown that he and others in Congress are considering formally challenging the slate of electors who cast Ohio’s votes, when those votes are opened and counted before a joint session of Congress on January 6th.
“We’re prepared to do that,” Conyers said. “And we understand the law as well as you.” After the on-air interview ended, the Michigan representative added that he and his colleagues had not yet decided whether or not to take the extraordinary constitutional step, and he had not sought the support of a Senator who would have to co-sign the challenge.
Conyers: "Maintenance" violates state and federal laws
Almost makes it to the New York Times with this pathetic little story.
Washington Post: "How is that good for democracy?"
Cliff Arnebeck discusses Ohio voting problems on Hannity and colmes WITH VIDEO. Some in-depth questioning - "You're just a sore loser."


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We delve into the fascinating realm of sleep, exploring its profound impact on our overall well-being. Drawing upon scientific research and evidence-based studies, we uncover the secrets of quality rest and its implications for our physical and mental health. By understanding the science of sleep and its consequences, we aim to unlock the power of quality rest and revolutionize our approach to importance of sleep and tips, ultimately enhancing our productivity and overall quality of life.
The Science of Sleep
We delve into the intricate details of the science of sleep revolution, shedding light on the various physiological processes that occur during this essential restorative state. Sleep is a complex phenomenon involving multiple stages, each vital in maintaining our overall health and well-being.
During sleep, our bodies undergo processes that help repair and restore our physical and mental functions. One of the key processes is the release of growth hormone, which is responsible for tissue repair, muscle growth, and overall development. Additionally, sleep plays a crucial role in consolidating memories, as it helps to strengthen neural connections and enhance learning and cognitive functions.
Furthermore, sleep is closely linked to our circadian rhythm, a natural internal process that regulates our sleep-wake cycle. This rhythm is influenced by external factors such as light exposure, which helps synchronize our sleep patterns with the natural day-night cycle.
Understanding sleep science is essential as it allows us to appreciate the significance of quality rest and the potential consequences of sleep deprivation. By gaining insight into the intricate physiological processes during sleep, we can better comprehend the importance of prioritizing adequate sleep and optimising our sleep habits.
Transitioning into the subsequent section about ‘understanding sleep deprivation’, it becomes evident that it disrupts these complex processes, leading to a wide range of negative effects on our physical and mental health.
Understanding Sleep Deprivation
Understanding sleep deprivation is crucial for comprehending its detrimental impact on our overall well-being and cognitive functioning. Sleep deprivation occurs when an individual consistently fails to get enough sleep due to external factors or internal sleep disorders. The effects of sleep deprivation can be far-reaching, affecting various aspects of our physical and mental health.
|Physical Effects||Mental Effects|
|Reduced immune function||Decreased cognitive performance|
|Increased risk of chronic diseases||Impaired decision-making and problem-solving|
|Weight gain and metabolic disorders||Mood disturbances, including depression and anxiety|
|Impaired motor skills and coordination||Reduced creativity and innovation|
The physical effects of sleep deprivation are well-documented. It weakens the immune system, leaving individuals more susceptible to infections. Furthermore, chronic sleep deprivation increases the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity. Sleep deprivation also disrupts the body’s hormonal balance, leading to weight gain and metabolic disorders.
In addition to physical effects, sleep deprivation also impacts cognitive functioning. Lack of sleep impairs decision-making, problem-solving abilities, attention, and memory. It can also lead to mood disturbances, including depression and anxiety. Sleep deprivation also negatively affects creativity and innovation, as the brain’s ability to make connections and generate new ideas is compromised.
Health Consequences of Poor Sleep
Numerous studies have demonstrated the detrimental health consequences of poor sleep, including an increased risk of chronic diseases and impaired cognitive performance. Inadequate sleep has been associated with a higher risk of developing conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even certain types of cancer. Insufficient sleep can disrupt the body’s hormonal balance, leading to an increase in appetite-regulating hormones and a decrease in hormones responsible for satiety, resulting in weight gain and obesity. Chronic sleep deprivation has also been linked to insulin resistance and impaired glucose metabolism, increasing the risk of developing diabetes.
Furthermore, poor sleep quality and duration profoundly impact cognitive performance. Sleep deprivation can impair attention, memory consolidation, and decision-making abilities. It affects the brain’s ability to process and store information, decreasing productivity and performance in academic and professional settings. Sleep-deprived individuals are also more prone to accidents and errors due to impaired reaction time and judgment.
The evidence strongly supports the notion that sleep is critical in maintaining overall health and well-being. It is essential to prioritize and promote healthy sleep habits to mitigate the risks of poor sleep. Further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms underlying these health consequences and to develop effective interventions for individuals with sleep disorders.
How Sleep Affects Mental Well-being
Adequate sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal mental well-being. Research has consistently shown a strong relationship between sleep and mood, with insufficient sleep leading to increased irritability, mood swings, and a higher risk of developing mood disorders such as depression. Lack of sleep has also been associated with heightened anxiety levels, leading to increased susceptibility to stress and reduced ability to cope with daily challenges.
Sleep and Mood
The correlation between sleep and mood is evident in the way that insufficient sleep can lead to heightened anxiety and decreased overall happiness levels. Numerous studies have shown that inadequate sleep disrupts the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain, leading to alterations in mood regulation. Sleep deprivation has been found to increase the activity of the amygdala, the part of the brain responsible for processing emotions, resulting in heightened anxiety and irritability.
Moreover, insufficient sleep has been linked to decreased serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter crucial to mood regulation. This imbalance in neurotransmitters can significantly impact a person’s overall mood and well-being. Understanding the relationship between sleep and mood is essential for developing effective strategies to improve mental health strategies and happiness. The subsequent section about ‘sleep and anxiety’ will discuss further exploration into the connection between sleep quality and anxiety disorders.
Sleep and Anxiety
Frequently overlooked but undeniably intertwined, the relationship between sleep and anxiety is crucial to understanding mental well-being. Sleep disturbances can contribute to developing and exacerbating anxiety disorders, while anxiety can lead to disrupted sleep patterns. The connection between the two is complex and multifaceted.
- Lack of sleep can heighten anxiety levels, making it difficult to cope with stressors and increasing the risk of developing anxiety disorders.
- Anxiety can lead to racing thoughts and excessive worry, making it challenging to fall asleep or maintain restful sleep.
- Sleep deprivation can impair cognitive function and emotional regulation, exacerbating anxiety symptoms.
Understanding the interplay between sleep and anxiety is essential for effective treatment and prevention strategies. By addressing sleep disturbances, clinicians can alleviate anxiety symptoms and improve overall mental well-being. Uncovering the secrets of quality rest is the next step in promoting optimal sleep and reducing anxiety-related issues.
Uncovering the Secrets of Quality Rest
To understand optimal sleep patterns, researchers are delving into the intricate mechanisms that govern the rejuvenating effects of quality rest. Sleep is a fundamental physiological process vital to maintaining overall health and well-being. Recent studies have shed light on the importance of quality rest in various aspects of human functioning, including cognitive performance, emotional regulation, and physical recovery.
One area of interest for researchers is the role of sleep in memory consolidation. Evidence suggests that sleep facilitates the consolidation of newly acquired information, enhancing memory retention and recall. During sleep, the brain undergoes specific patterns of neural activity that promote the transfer of information from short-term to long-term memory storage.
Furthermore, sleep has been found to play a crucial role in emotional processing and regulation. Adequate sleep has been associated with improved mood, better emotional resilience, and lower stress and anxiety levels. On the other hand, sleep deprivation has been linked to heightened emotional reactivity, increased risk of mood disorders, and impaired emotional regulation.
Additionally, sleep is essential for physical recovery and restoration. During sleep, the body undergoes various physiological processes that promote tissue repair, muscle growth, and immune system function. Lack of sleep has been associated with impaired physical performance, increased susceptibility to illness, and delayed recovery from injuries.
Creating an Optimal Sleep Environment
Creating an optimal sleep environment involves several key factors contributing to quality rest. One important factor is maintaining an ideal bedroom temperature, typically between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit, as research has shown that cooler temperatures promote better sleep. Additionally, ensuring a dark sleeping environment by using blackout curtains or wearing an eye mask can help regulate the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle and improve overall sleep quality.
Ideal Bedroom Temperature
Maintaining the ideal bedroom temperature is crucial for a restful night’s sleep, as it directly impacts the quality of one’s rest. Research has shown that the optimal bedroom temperature for sleep is between 60 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit (15 to 19 degrees Celsius). Here are three reasons why maintaining the ideal bedroom temperature is essential for a good night’s sleep:
- Comfort: Sleeping in a room that is too hot or cold can lead to discomfort, making it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep.
- Regulation of body temperature: Our body temperature naturally drops as we sleep, and a cooler room helps facilitate this process, allowing for a more restorative sleep.
- Melatonin production: Cooler temperatures promote the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles, helping us fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply.
Transitioning into the importance of darkness, creating a dark sleep environment is equally important for quality rest.
Importance of Darkness
How does darkness contribute to the overall quality of sleep, and what role does it play in the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle? Darkness is essential for promoting high-quality sleep and maintaining the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, also known as the circadian rhythm. When exposed to darkness, the brain releases melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep. Melatonin levels rise in the evening, signalling the body that it is time to sleep.
The absence of light during sleep allows the body to rest and rejuvenate, facilitating various physiological processes such as tissue repair and hormone regulation. Exposure to light during sleep can disrupt these processes, leading to poor sleep quality and daytime sleepiness. Therefore, creating a dark environment is crucial for promoting optimal sleep and overall well-being.
The Role of Technology in Sleep Disruption
Numerous studies have shown that excessive use of electronic devices at night significantly increases sleep disturbances. The blue light emitted by these devices suppresses melatonin production, a hormone that regulates sleep and wakefulness. As a result, individuals who use electronic devices before bedtime often experience difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings during the night, and poor sleep quality. The impact of technology on sleep disruption is undeniable, and it is essential to address this issue for our well-being.
- The constant exposure to electronic screens before bed disrupts our natural sleep-wake cycle.
- The addictive nature of technology keeps us engaged and prevents us from winding down.
- The constant stream of information and notifications from electronic devices heightens our stress levels and makes relaxing harder.
To overcome insomnia caused by technology, it is crucial to adopt strategies that promote healthy sleep habits. The next section will explore various approaches to help individuals achieve restful and rejuvenating sleep. By implementing these strategies, we can reclaim our sleep and unlock the power of quality rest.
Strategies for Overcoming Insomnia
To overcome insomnia, exploring different strategies for improving sleep quality and duration is essential. One effective strategy is implementing a consistent sleep schedule. Going to bed and waking up at the same time daily helps regulate the body’s internal clock, making it easier to fall asleep and wake up naturally. Additionally, practising relaxation techniques before bedtime can promote a more restful sleep. Techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation can help calm the mind and prepare the body for sleep.
However, one aspect of sleep that often sparks debate is the role of napping. Some argue that napping can be detrimental to nighttime sleep, leading to difficulty falling or staying asleep. Others believe that strategic napping can provide a boost in alertness and productivity. Research suggests that the timing and duration of naps play a crucial role in determining their impact on sleep. Short power naps 20-30 minutes earlier can enhance cognitive function and help combat sleepiness. On the other hand, longer naps or those taken later in the day may interfere with nighttime sleep.
Exploring different strategies for improving sleep, such as implementing a consistent sleep schedule and practising relaxation techniques, can be beneficial in overcoming insomnia. However, it is important to consider the timing and duration of naps, as they can either be a friend or foe to a good night’s rest.
Napping has long been debated in the scientific community, with arguments for its benefits and drawbacks. Optimal nap duration, for instance, is a point of contention, as longer naps can lead to sleep inertia, a period of grogginess and disorientation upon waking. Additionally, while napping has been shown to improve cognitive function and alertness in some studies, it may also disrupt nighttime sleep patterns for individuals who struggle with insomnia.
Optimal Nap Duration
Considering the latest research, it is important to understand how a well-timed nap can enhance productivity and cognitive function throughout the day. Napping is a cherished pastime and a scientifically proven method to recharge and improve mental acuity. Here are three compelling reasons why you should consider incorporating naps into your daily routine:
- Naps can boost creativity: During sleep, the brain consolidates and organizes information, enhancing problem-solving skills and creativity.
- Naps improve memory retention: Studies have shown that napping after learning new information can significantly improve memory recall and retention.
- Naps enhance mood and emotional well-being: A short nap can reduce stress, improve mood, and increase resilience to emotional challenges.
While napping offers numerous benefits, being mindful of potential drawbacks is essential. Let’s delve into the advantages and disadvantages of napping to make informed decisions about incorporating it into our lives.
Napping Benefits and Drawbacks
While naps can be rejuvenating and improve cognitive function, weighing the benefits against the potential drawbacks is crucial to determine whether napping is beneficial for one’s overall well-being. Numerous studies have shown that naps enhance alertness, memory, and creativity. They can also reduce stress, boost mood, and improve immune function. Short power naps of 10 to 20 minutes effectively provide these benefits without causing grogginess or interfering with nighttime sleep. However, napping for longer or too late can lead to sleep inertia, leaving individuals feeling excessively groggy and disoriented upon waking. Additionally, napping too close to bedtime may interfere with nighttime sleep and disrupt the sleep-wake cycle. Therefore, it is important to consider individual sleep needs and schedules when deciding whether to incorporate napping into one’s daily routine.
Sleep and Productivity
Research has revealed a strong correlation between adequate sleep and enhanced individual productivity. Quality sleep promotes cognitive function, memory consolidation, and overall mental and physical well-being. Lack of sleep, however, can lead to decreased attention, impaired decision-making, and increased risk of accidents. The consequences of sleep deprivation extend beyond the individual, affecting work performance, relationships, and overall quality of life.
- Sleep deprivation can lead to decreased productivity, increased errors, and reduced creativity.
- Chronic sleep loss is associated with a higher risk of chronic health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
- Getting enough sleep improves mood, reduces stress, and enhances overall mental health.
To unlock the power of quality rest, it is essential to cultivate good sleep hygiene and practice relaxation techniques. Creating a conducive sleep environment, establishing a consistent sleep schedule, and avoiding stimulants such as caffeine and electronic devices before bedtime are all important strategies. Additionally, incorporating relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises, meditation, or calming music can help calm the mind and prepare the body for a restful sleep. By prioritizing and optimizing our sleep, we can maximize our productivity and well-being in all aspects of life.
Transition: Now that we understand the importance of quality sleep, let’s explore the art of relaxation and techniques for achieving better sleep.
The Art of Relaxation
To optimize sleep quality, it is crucial to incorporate relaxation techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery into your bedtime routine. These techniques have been scientifically proven to promote deep relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve overall sleep quality.
Progressive muscle relaxation involves tensing and then relaxing each muscle group in the body, starting from the toes and working up to the head. This technique helps release tension from the body, promoting a sense of calm and relaxation. Conversely, guided imagery involves using mental imagery to create a soothing and peaceful environment. By visualizing serene landscapes or engaging in positive mental scenarios, individuals can create a mental state conducive to sleep.
Numerous studies have shown the effectiveness of these relaxation techniques in improving sleep quality. One study published in the Journal of Sleep Research found that participants who practised progressive muscle relaxation before bedtime experienced shorter sleep onset latency and increased sleep efficiency compared to those who did not. Similarly, a study published in the journal Sleep Health showed that guided imagery significantly improved sleep quality in individuals with insomnia.
Incorporating these relaxation techniques into your bedtime routine can help you achieve a more restful and rejuvenating sleep, improving overall well-being and productivity during the day.
Cultivating Healthy Sleep Habits
Consistent sleep patterns are essential for cultivating healthy sleep habits and promoting optimal rest and rejuvenation. Sleep is a fundamental biological process crucial in maintaining physical and mental health. However, many individuals struggle with sleep disturbances and irregular sleep schedules in today’s fast-paced world.
To cultivate healthy sleep habits, it is important to prioritize and incorporate the following strategies into your daily routine:
- Establish a regular sleep schedule: Going to bed and waking up at the same time daily helps regulate your body’s internal clock, promoting better sleep quality and overall well-being.
- Create a relaxing bedtime routine: Engaging in activities such as reading, taking a warm bath, or practising relaxation techniques before bed can signal to your body that it is time to wind down and prepare for sleep.
- Create a sleep-friendly environment: Ensure your bedroom is cool, quiet, and dark to create an optimal sleep environment. Investing in comfortable mattresses, pillows, and bedding can also enhance your sleep quality.
Research has consistently shown that consistent sleep patterns and healthy sleep habits are crucial for physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. By implementing these strategies, individuals can improve their sleep quality and reap the benefits of a good night’s rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are Some Common Sleep Disorders and Their Symptoms?
Some common sleep disorders include insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome. Insomnia is characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, while sleep apnea involves pauses in breathing during sleep. Restless legs syndrome causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, often leading to an irresistible urge to move them.
How Does Age Affect Sleep Patterns and Quality of Rest?
Age can significantly impact sleep patterns and quality of rest. As individuals age, they experience changes in their sleep architecture, including increased difficulty falling asleep, more frequent awakenings and decreased overall sleep time. These changes can lead to daytime sleepiness and impaired cognitive function. Addressing these age-related sleep disturbances through lifestyle modifications and, if necessary, seeking medical intervention to improve sleep quality and overall well-being is important.
Is There a Link Between Poor Sleep and Weight Gain?
There is a significant link between poor sleep and weight gain. Research shows that insufficient sleep disrupts hormonal regulation, increasing appetite and cravings for unhealthy foods, ultimately contributing to weight gain.
Can Certain Medications or Substances Disrupt Sleep?
Certain medications or substances can disrupt sleep by affecting the sleep-wake cycle or causing side effects such as insomnia. Examples include stimulants, antidepressants, beta-blockers, and certain over-the-counter medications. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional regarding any sleep disturbances caused by medications.
What Are the Long-Term Effects of Chronic Sleep Deprivation?
Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to numerous long-term effects on physical and mental health. These include an increased risk of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline, mood disorders, and impaired immune function.
The importance of sleep and tips is a crucial in unlocking the power of quality rest. By understanding the science of sleep and the consequences of sleep deprivation, we can appreciate its significant impact on our overall health and mental well-being. By uncovering the secrets of quality rest, exploring the relationship between sleep and productivity, and practising relaxation techniques, we can cultivate healthy sleep habits and reap the benefits of a well-rested mind and body. The evidence-based research supports prioritizing sleep for optimal functioning and well-being.


I am looking to trade my Refitted 1940 FN M-1935 Belgian Infantry Issue 7.65mm Mauser. and 150+ rounds of 7.65mm FMJ (Match grade)...
The Barrel and bolt serial numbers match.
The original stock also matches (BUT was sporterized when captured by allied forces and brought home as a war trophy).
I replaced the stock with that off an Italian AZ Mauser
The upper stock is off a K-98 (as are the hardware).
WILL FIRE SAFELY, and is accurate with Iron sights.
I am looking to trade this for a Remington 700 in .308 or suitable .308 or 30.06 Rifle for hunting...
Well sell outright, but only for the right price.


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'Adopt a beach': Educational praxis for sustainability
Davis, J. and Stocker, L. (2006) 'Adopt a beach': Educational praxis for sustainability. In: 14th Australian Association for Environmental Education (AAEE) Biennial Conference, 3 - 6 October, Bunbury, Western Australia pp. 239-249.
In this paper we analyse the role of coastal stewardship as educational praxis for sustainability, using the ‘Adopt a Beach’ programme as an example. Marine and coastal stewardship has become a popular practice among coast-dwelling Australians, for many of whom the beach is a defining feature in their identity. The coast forms a legal and biophysical commons so it offers a portal into an ethical framework for caring for our shared environmental heritage and legacy. We suggest that stewardship is an ethical framework which models environmental citizenship in terms of responsibility for place and accountability to future generations for our current actions. The scope, scale and aims of ‘Adopt a Beach’ programmes in their various forms are examined and we present two detailed case studies which show their potential for developing capacity for environmental stewardship.
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|Notes:||In: Wooltorton, S. and Marinova, D. (Eds) Sharing wisdom for our future. Environmental education in action: Proceedings of the 2006 Conference of the Australian Association of Environmental Education, pp 239-249.|
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beneficiation of coal fly ash with ozone
Triboelectrostatic beneficiation of fly ash, May 01, 2001· 1 Introduction The utilization of power-plant-derived fly ash has an impact on the cost of power production from coal The usage has been hindered by recent shifts to low NO x burners which can increase the carbon content of the ash above the specification for its use in Portland cement Due to the drastic changes in the carbon content in fly ash, post-combustion beneficiation has been a ,Post, Ozone treatment of fly ash carbon has recently been reported to inhibit the adsorption of commercial surfactants in concrete paste, thus mitigating the known negative effects of carbon on ash ,Fly Ash Beneficiation and Utilization in Theory and in ,, Over the years there have been hundreds of papers written on benefication of fly ash to extract alumina, magnetite, activated carbon, cenospheres, etc, and to enhance the properties of the fly ash itself for concrete making purpos Several of the processes have been patented Few of them have been exploited commerciallyCoal Combustion Products (CCP's) | ScienceDirect, Coal Combustion Products (CCPs): Their Nature, Utilization and Beneficiation is a valuable resource for engineers and scientists from the coal, cement, concrete, and construction industries seeking an in-depth guide to the characteristics, utilization, beneficiation, and environmental impacts of coal combustion by-products Researchers in ,COST, COST-EFFECTIVE ASH BENEFICIATION TECHNOLOGY AUTHOR: Scott Ziegler - Vice President of Byproduct Sales Charah Solutions [email protected] charah ABSTRACT: Currently, coal fly ash with a loss on ignition (LOI) above 6% does not meet ASTM C-618 specification Additionally, coal fly ash with ammonia content above 100 ppm can cause.
Beneficiation of landfilled and ponded fly ash, The American Coal Ash Association (ACAA) annual survey of production and use of coal fly ash reports that between 2000 and 2015, over 1Bnst of fly ash was produced by coal-fired utility boilers in the United Stat 1 Of this amount, approximately 400Mst was beneficially used, mostly for cement and concrete production However, the remaining 600Mst are primarily found in landfills or filled ,Recovery of metals and other beneficial products from coal ,, Aug 19, 2016· Increasing production and disposal of coal fly ash (CFA) is a matter of serious environment concern However, CFA contains various beneficial metals and mineral matters whose demand is increasing in the industrialized world, while natural supplies are diminishing Therefore, recovery of these potential resources from CFA can be an alternative way to save mineral resources, ,The Magnetic Fraction of Coal Fly Ash: Its Separation ,, Separation and use of this fraction of the coal ash could be profitable for utility companies and could be the beginning of the utilization of the large amount of ash which now constitutes a waste disposal problem INDEX DESCRIPTORS: Fly ash, magnetite, coal beneficiation Coal fly ash, a waste product of combustion, is being produced inCoal Combustion Residuals, With stricter EPA mandated regulations for the disposal of coal combustion residuals including water pollution and the diminution of the production of fly ash, a need has been created for the beneficiation of ponded and land-filled ash to a salable product, mostly for the concrete industryTribo, consistent and uniform fly ash with less than 30% LOI to expand the fly ash use in the cement industry The fly ash beneficiation methods are generally classified as phys-ical, chemical and biological techniqu In general, wet type froth flotation, air classification and electrostatic separation of dry type are the best known as fly ash ,.
(PDF) Beneficiation of coal fly ashes by oxygen chemisorption, Beneficiation of coal fly ashes by oxygen chemisorption , Sharp reductions in adsorptivity are observed between 0 and 3 gm-O3/kg-ash The time-resolved measurements of ozone ,Beneficiation and Utilization of Fly Ash Containing ,, Beneficiation and Utilization of Fly Ash Containing Mercury Impregnated Activated Carbon Chett J Boxley 1, Anthony Nickens 1, and Qizhong Guo 2 1 Ceramatec, Inc, 2425 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84119; 2 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Civil ,Environment ministry allows thermal power plants to use ,, Oct 11, 2020· In October 2015, the National Green Tribunal had made it mandatory for power and coal utilities to adopt clean coal technology and beneficiation process to reduce pollution level and fly-ash ,BENEFICIATION OF COAL, of fly ash is highly dependent on its physical properties, such as particle size and density, as well as its chemical and mineralogical composition Harvesting and processing of cenospheres is the major success story in fly ash beneficiation, with active processor s i several countries, such a the UK , USA and Australia (Stamp Smith 1982)US20040231566A1, US20040231566A1 US10/249,935 US24993503A US2004231566A1 US 20040231566 A1 US20040231566 A1 US 20040231566A1 US 24993503 A US24993503 A US 24993503A US 2004231566 A1 US2004231566 A1 US 2004231566A1 Authority US United States Prior art keywords fly ash cement heating calcareous amorphous phase Prior art date 2003-05-20 Legal status (The legal ,.
(PDF) Ash Beneficiation for REE Recovery, Beneficiation studies were conducted on bottom ash and fly ash samples collected from a utility site utilizing a feed coal known to contain elevated concentrations of rare earth elementsAsh beneficiation, quality, and standard criteria ,, Jan 01, 2017· These variations lend credence to recent proposals that a common international standard should be developed for fly ash (Kelly, 2015) 83 Beneficiation technologies 831 Caveat emptor All the ash beneficiation technologies reviewed in this section of the book are solid and credible solutions to solving or improving ash qualityBeneficial Reuse of Coal Ash from Dominion Energy Coal Ash ,, Nov 30, 2017· Coal fly ash has a long and successful history of re-use in the US and many other countries in the world Coal fly ash was recognized as a pozzolanic material (material with cementitious properties when mixed with calcium hydroxide) as early as 1914 and started to be used in concrete in the 1930s (Aggarwal et al, 2010; ARTBA, 2011)Addressing Coal Ash Environmental Challenges and Growing ,, Mar 30, 2020· The new ash beneficiation technology serves a clear need for cost-effective, efficient and sustainable solutions that can be scaled up or down at the utility site(s) based on the beneficiation needs at a particular pond or site to beneficiate out-of-spec fly ash, increase supply of high-quality ash to the market and provide reduced costs to ,Adsorption of Ammonia on Coal Fly Ash, reduction escapes into the flue gas, and in this case, adsorbs onto the coal fly ash This ammonia content renders the fly ash less marketable, as the ammonia tends to be released when the ash is used as a pozzolan in concrete Because of the commercial interest in this issue, a fundamental study of ammonia adsorption on fly ash was undertaken.
(PDF) Beneficiation of fly ash from pulp and paper mills ,, Heaps of scrap tires are no better than reservoirs loaded with fly ash from coal fired power plants Both fly ash and tire scrap are on the edge of being classified as hazardous wast Pollutants ,Beneficiation of Fly Ash? | Yahoo Answers, Jun 04, 2007· Either fly ash or bottom ash or a mixture of both is added in a fine particle condition to the furnace of a pulverized coal boiler in a small proportion to the pulverized coal fed to the furnace The ash is burned with the pulverized coal The proportion of coal ash is preferably in the range of 1% to 35%, by weight, of the pulverized coalCoal Ash Beneficiation Projects, Coal ash beneficiation reuses coal ash from surface impoundments to produce cementitious products, like concrete The Coal Ash Management Act (CAMA), as amended, required Duke Energy to identify three impoundment sites suitable for beneficiation projects The law required each of the three projects to be capable of annually processing 300,000 ,CHAPTER 1 LITERATURE REVIEW OF FLY ASH, There are two primary sources of fly ash: fly ash from a pulverised coal power plant and fly ash from a municipal waste incineration plant13 This review focuses on class F fly ash from a pulverised coal power plant 12 Need for Research into Fly Ash In 2000, the Journal of Hazardous Materials published a special issue on fly ash, itsCoal Ash Beneficiation and Refining Options, Coal Ash Beneficiation and Refining Options Author: Dale Bradshaw Subject: 2011 World of Coal Ash \(WOCA\) Conference May 9-12, 2011 in Denver, CO, USA\r\n Keywords: coal ash refining, aluminum, bauxite Created Date: 6/14/2011 10:16:15 AM.
Coal Combustion Products (CCPs): Characteristics ,, Apr 29, 2017· Coal Combustion Products (CCPs): Their Nature, Utilization and Beneficiation is a valuable resource for engineers and scientists from the coal, cement, concrete, and construction industries seeking an in-depth guide to the characteristics, utilization, beneficiation, and environmental impacts of coal combustion by-productsResearchers in universities working in this area will also find ,Coal Ash Beneficiation and Utilization in Coal ,, Table 1 shows the m ain chem ical components of the co al fly ash The coal fly ash m ainly com poses of SiO2, Al 2O3 and Fe2O3The SiO2 and Al2O3 can be utilized as main glass network formers The magnetic pearls (Fe2O3) also can be used as a separation medium for coal beneficiation Table 1 Main chemical components of the coal fly ashRejection of trace metals from coal during beneficiation ,, This article is cited by 57 publications Xiaodi Sun, Daniel B Gingerich, Inês L Azevedo, Meagan S Mauter Trace Element Mass Flow Rates from US Coal Fired Power PlantsNeed For Coal Beneficiation and Use of Washery Rejects, Workshop on Clean Coal Technology Power Plants are designed for a particular Coal Quality range and deviation in quality adversely affects the performance and efficiency of the Plant The key area of concern are: Ash in coal - As high as 45% Inconsistency in Quality of Coal Chemical Quality Physical Quality These issues can by and large be addressed by resorting to Coal beneficiationBeneficiation of coal fly ashes by oxygen chemisorption ,, Nov 01, 2012· 1 The conceptual frame for ashes beneficiation The level of unburnt carbon (also referred to as LOI) in fly ashes from coal combustion makes the difference between the possibility to sell ashes to the cement industry, with an economic revenue, or the need to dispose of them, posing an additional burden.
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It was playoffs for this season of kickball and we had all 6 fields going. 3 championships were played for and every had a great time. Teams stuck around all night to drink and socialize and have fun until the next season starts.
What a great night. To start with MasturBatters vs Strong Hard D, this one was a fun game but Strong Hard D struggled defensively and lost 7-0. Crucial errors for the ironically titled team.
Slide It In was able to defeat Safest Base by scoring 4 runs late in the last inning to advance to the championship.
In the final game it was MasturBatters, still with plenty of stamina, dominating the championship game 9-2 to squeeze out yet another title.

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