US Navy's Virginia Class attack submarines will now be equipped with nuclear weapons, which could double the number of subs capable of carrying weapons of mass destruction
- The Navy's Virginia Class submarines will now be armed with nuclear warheads
- As of now, the only nuclear-armed submarines are the Ohio Class, which are due to be replaced by the forthcoming Columbia Class in fiscal year 2031
- There are currently 13 existing commissioned Virginia Class submarines and 14 commissioned Ohio Class submarines
- Existing and new Virginia Class submarines are planned to replace the fleet of 40 Los Angeles Class submarines, as they are deemed necessary to be retired
- This comes as concerns grow over North Korea's long-range nuclear capabilities
- Within the last week, President Donald Trump mentioned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin 'in the not-too-distant-future' to discuss 'the arms race'
The US Navy's Virginia Class submarines will now be armed with nuclear warheads.
This brings the Virginia Class up to par with the Ohio and the forthcoming Columbia classes of submarines, as far as capability of firing nuclear weapons is concerned.
'While Virginia Class submarines can use conventional deterrence to keep adversaries in check, a sub-launched cruise missile with a nuclear warhead would be incorporated into Virginias and give national command authority additional escalation control,' Rear Adm. John Tammen, Director of the Undersea Warfare Division, told Congress, as reported by Fox News.
There are currently 13 existing commissioned Virginia Class submarines and 14 commissioned Ohio Class submarines.
This announcement comes as concern continues to grow over North Korea's long-range nuclear capabilities, and less than a week after President Donald Trump mentioned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin 'in the not-too-distant-future' to discuss 'the arms race.'
The Navy's Virginia Class submarines will now be armed with nuclear warheads
Adding nuclear weapons to the Virginia Class would give combatant commanders new options and expand the fleet's mission, Tammen added, in addition to the already existing ability to fire Tomahawk missiles and torpedoes.
A total of 13 Virginia Class submarines have been commissioned to date, according to Navy.mil.
The Virginia Class are intended to replace the existing fleet of 40 Los Angeles Class submarines, as they retire.
Prior to this change in mission, the Los Angeles Class, the Virginia Class, and the three existing Seawolf Class submarines were classified as SSNs, which means, they are powered by nuclear reactors, but not nuclear weapons capable.
Navy.mil described the mission of SSNs as follows:
'Attack submarines are designed to seek and destroy enemy submarines and surface ships; project power ashore with Tomahawk cruise missiles and Special Operation Forces (SOF); carry out Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions; support battle group operations; and engage in mine warfare.'
Now, the mission of the Virginia Class will expand to be more similar to that of the already existing Ohio Class, 'strategic deterrence.' The 14 commissioned Ohio Class submarines are classified as SSBNs, standing for 'ballistic missile submarines,' with the purpose of serving 'as an undetectable launch platform for intercontinental missiles,' which are 'designed specifically for stealth and the precise delivery of nuclear warheads.'
A trident II D-5 ballistic missile is launched from the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS West Virginia (SSBN 736) during a missile test at the Atlantic Missile Range on June 2, 2014
The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777) transits Tokyo Bay before arriving at Fleet Activities Yokosuka on November 5, 2015
However, the Virginia Class will be equipped with sub-launch cruise missiles with nuclear warheads, rather than the sub-launch intercontinental ballistic missiles that the Ohio Class carries.
A ballistic missile is fired on a trajectory that will ultimately follow the course determined by gravity, once the power source of its launch has been exhausted, according to the Center For Arms Control and Non-Proliferation.
A cruise missile, however, is self-guided and its path is powered throughout its entire flight until it reaches its destination, which is generally after traveling a much shorter distance than that of an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Per the Commander Submarine Force Atlantic public information page, a separate classification doesn't currently exists for submarines that carry cruise missiles with nuclear warheads.
Previously, four of what was then-18 Ohio Class submarines had been converted to carry non-nuclear ready cruise missiles. These four submarines are classified as SSGNs, standing for 'guided missile submarines.'
For this reason, its not clear whether the Virginia Class fleet will be reclassified once its equipped the cruise missiles carrying nuclear warheads, and if so, what that new classification will be.
The 12-ship Columbia Class will replace the existing fleet of 14 Ohio Class nuclear ballistic submarines, as outlined in President Donald Trump's 2018 Nuclear Posture Review.
The Navy awarded a $5.1 billion contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat for the design, completion, component and technology development of the Columbia Class submarine on September 21, Navy.mil reported.
'Awarding this contract is an important step in ensuring an on-time construction start in Fiscal Year 2021,' Rear Adm. David Goggins, Columbia Class Program manager, said at the time.
The first patrol of the lead Columbia Class ship, SSBN 826, is scheduled for fiscal year 2031.
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Superintendent Diego Ochoa said: “We have some amazingly talented students in the district and I’m eager to give them a way to share their distance learning opinions and experiences with all children and parents in our community.”
The district will also be producing “School Site Town Hall Events” starting at 5 pm from August 3-7. Each School Site Town Hall Event will take place at 6pm and feature the principal, teachers, and staff taking email questions and live questions. The district hopes that these events will help our community feel more prepared and informed for the upcoming school year.
HSD will also produce “Parent Town Hall Events” starting at 5 pm on July 31, 2020 and August 7, 2020. The district recently held a “Special Education Parent Town Hall” on July 24, 2020 which has garnered more than 400 views online. Superintendent Diego Ochoa said, “ I really like the fact that all parents can email questions before the event, call during the event, or watch the event at a later date/time. All they have to do is visit the HSD Social Media Youtube Channel.”
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Peter O’Toole dies aged 81
Actor shot to fame in the Oscar-winning epic Lawrence of Arabia
The actor Peter O’Toole, who shot to fame in the Oscar-winning epic Lawrence of Arabia, has died aged 81, his agent Steve Kenis said today.
President Michael D Higgins has led tributes to legend of stage and screen Peter O’Toole who has died at the Wellington Hospital, London, aged 81.
O’Toole who rose to stardom in the 1962 epic Lawrence of Arabia, went on to star in Goodbye Mr Chips, The Ruling Class, The Stunt Man and My Favourite Year. His stage plays included a succession of Shakespearean parts, adaptations of PG Wodehouse and famously, the play Jeffrey Bernard Is Unwell.
He received an honorary Oscar in 2003 after receiving eight nominations and no wins - an unassailed record. O’Toole initially asked the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to delay the award until he was 80, remarking he still “might win the bugger outright”.
President Higgins said he was privileged to know O’Toole “as a friend since 1969”.
Mr Higgins said the actor spent part of 1979 in Clifden where Mr Higgins met him “ almost daily and all of us who knew him in the west will miss his warm humour and generous friendship”.
Mr Higgins said the world had lost one of the giants of film and theatre. He said the actor had been “deeply committed to the stage” and was “unsurpassed for the grace he brought to every performance”.
“Those who saw him play leading roles on the screen from Lawrence in 1962, or through the role of Henry II in Becket, and The Lion in Winter, or through the dozens of films, will recognise a lifetime especially devoted to the art form of film” the President said.
British prime minister David Cameron said his thoughts “are with Peter O’Toole’s family and friends. His performance in my favourite film, Lawrence of Arabia, was stunning.”
The acclaimed leading man who overcame stomach cancer in the 1970s announced last year he was ending his acting career saying: “I bid the profession a dry-eyed and profoundly grateful farewell.”
Born in 1932, he was the son of Constance Jane Eliot, a Scottish nurse, and Patrick Joseph O’Toole, an Irish metal plater, football player, and racecourse bookmaker.
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O’Toole’s daughter, actress Kate O’Toole, said: “His family are very appreciative and completely overwhelmed by the outpouring of real love and affection being expressed towards him, and to us, during this unhappy time. Thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts.”
“In due course there will be a memorial filled with song and good cheer, as he would have wished.”
As Tributes were made by acting communities on both sides of the Atlantic, comedian Stephen Fry said: “Oh what terrible news. Farewell Peter O’Toole. I had the honour of directing him in a scene. Monster, scholar, lover of life, genius.” Irish actor Jason O’Mara described O’ Toole as “an acting legend and a hell raiser”. “His last act of defiance was living to see 81, but the work will live on forever. RIP Peter O’ Toole,” he said.
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The disclosure relates to a multi-layer snack food packaging material particularly suitable for forming potato chip bags and the like. The material comprises an outer layer of polypropylene, a low density polyethylene laminator and an inner layer which is, itself, a coextrusion. The inner coextruded layer comprises a first layer of high density polyethylene, a second layer of polypropylene and a third layer of ethylene methyl acrylate. The ethylene methyl acrylate is coated with an emulsion of polyvinylidene chloride, which seals the inner layers together upon application of heat. The package has many advantageous characteristics for use in snack food packaging and does not require glassine. The material has excellent oxygen and moisture barrier properties, good stiffness, good grease resistance and bond strength appropriate for easy opening by the consumer.
1. A flexible, heat sealable packaging material which comprises a lamination of
(a) an outer film of polypropylene,
(b) a laminate of low density polyethylene, and
(c) an inner coextruded film which includes a coextrusion of high density polyethylene, polypropylene and ethylene methyl acrylate, said ethylene methyl acrylate having a coating of a polyvinylidene chloride emulsion on its exposed surface.
2. The packaging material according to claim 1, wherein the low density polyethylene is pigmented white.
3. The packaging material according to claim 2, wherein the high density polyethylene is pigmented white.
4. The packaging material according to claim 1, wherein
(a) said outer film has a thickness within the range of about 1.00 mils to about 0.25 mils, and
(b) said inner film has a total thickness within the range of from about 1.5 mils to about 2.5 mils.
5. The packaging material according to claim 4, wherein
(a) said outer film has a thickness of approximately 0.45 mils, and
(b) said inner film has a total thickness of approximately 2.2 mils.
6. The packaging material according to claim 1, wherein
(a) said high density polyethylene portion of said inner film has a thickness within the range of 0.2 to 2.0 mils,
(b) said polypropylene portion of said inner coextruded film has a thickness within the range of 0.2 to 2.0 mils, and
(c) said ethylene methyl acrylate portion of said inner film has a thickness within the range of 0.2 to 0.5 mils.
7. The packaging material according to claim 6, wherein
(a) said high density polyethylene portion of said inner film has a thickness of approximately 1 mil,
(b) said polypropylene portion of said inner coextruded film has a thickness of approximately 1 mil, and
(c) said ethylene methyl acrylate portion of said inner film has a thickness of approximately 0.2 mils.
8. The packaging material according to claim 1, wherein the polypropylene in the inner coextruded film is pigmented chocolate.
9. The packaging material according to claims 1, 3 or 6, wherein the polypropylene of the outer film is oriented polypropylene.
10. A snack food package which comprises a lamination of
(a) an outer film of polypropylene,
(b) a laminate of low density polyethylene, and
(c) an inner coextruded film which includes a coextrusion of high density polyethylene, polypropylene and ethylene methyl acrylate, said ethylene methyl acrylate having a coating of polyvinylidene chloride emulsion on its exposed surface,
(d) said package being formed at least in part by heat sealing a first portion of ethylene methyl acrylate inner layer to a second portion of ethylene methyl acrylate inner layer by bonding together the polyvinylidene chloride coatings of said first and second portions.
11. The packaging material according to claim 10, wherein the outer film of polypropylene is oriented polypropylene.
Materials to be used in the packaging of snack foods and the like must have certain important technical properties. For instance, it is desirable that snack food packages be grease resistant, especially where items such as potato chips are to be contained therein. Another important property is spoilage inhibition. The bag must contain an effective oxygen barrier to prevent spoilage of the food by oxidation and it may be lined with opaque materials, which help to prevent spoilage by sunlight. Furthermore, there must be an effective moisture barrier to prevent damage to the food from moisture.
The successful snack package will have a certain degree of stiffness to protect the food and give the bag a desirable shape. In addition, the bond strength of the material must be such that the package will not rupture prematurely yet can be opened by the consumer with the exertion of a resonable amount of force. Also, the packaging material should be appropriate for decoration and for displaying information about the product, so that consumers will be attracted to it.
Certain widely used prior snack packaging materials have utilized glassine in combination with layers of plastic materials. One such material is known commercially as Rex-Lam 400P, marketed by Rexham Corporation, New York, N.Y. This material comprises an outside layer of polypropylene laminated with polyethylene to an inner layer of glassine. The glassine is coated on the inside with an emulsion of polyvinylidene chloride, which acts as a heat sealant. While the Rex-Lam 400P has appropriate properties for use in a snack food pacakage, it has become desirable to eliminate the glassine due to decreased availability and increased cost.
In accordance with the invention, an improved packaging material is provided, which is especially suitable for containing snack materials, such as potato chips. The new material comprises an outer layer of polypropylene laminated with white opaque low density polyethylene to an inner layer formed of a composite coextrusion. The exposed surface of the composite coextrusion is coated with an emulsion of polyvinylidene chloride. The composite coextrusion comprises a first layer of white opaque high density polyethylene, a middle layer of chocolate polypropylene and an inner layer of ethylene methyl acrylate. When a package is formed from this material, the polypropylene is on the outside and the coating of polyvinylidene chloride is on the inside. The polyvinylidene chloride acts as a heat seal medium.
The packaging material of the invention has excellent properties for use in the packaging of snack foods. It has high grease resistance and an excellent oxygen barrier. The package is opaque and has good moisture barrier properties and a good degree of stiffness. The heat seal bond is excellent, yet the package may be opened with the application of reasonable force by a consumer. The material is well suited for decoration to enhance its attractiveness to the customer. In fact, the structure of the packaging material of the invention includes the use of two layers of white opaque polyethylene lying side by side. This results in a "whiter" and more pleasing color for the bag.
For a more complete understanding of the above and other features and advantages of the invention, reference should be made to the following detailed description of a preferred embodiment and to the accompanying drawings.
FIG. 1 is a top plan view of an empty snack package made with the packaging material of the invention;
FIG. 2 is a cross section along the lines 2--2 of the package of FIG. 1;
FIG. 3 is a cross section corresponding to that of FIG. 2 except that the snack package according to the invention is filled;
FIG. 4 is a cross sectional view of two composite sheets of the packaging material of the invention sealed together;
FIG. 5 is a cross section corresponding to the section 5--5 of FIG. 1 except that the package of the invention is filled.
Referring to the drawings, the outside layer 10 is uncoated oriented polypropylene. Decorative or other material to appear on the package may be reverse printed on the side of the polypropylene which faces the next layer, 12. The outer polypropylene film layer may range from about 1.00 to about 0.25 mils thickness, although around 0.45 mils is preferred. The polypropylene layer is laminated with a polyethylene laminant 12 to the multi-layer composite coextrusion, which comprises three layers, 14, 16 and 18. The laminant layer 12 is low density polyethylene to which white concentrate pigment has been added to impart color and opacity. The white opaque low density polyethylene may be used in the range of from about 5 to about 15 pounds per ream.
The composite film to which the outer polypropylene layer is laminated, comprises a coextrusion of three layers. The first is a layer of white pigmented high density polyethylene 14 which ranges in thickness from 0.2 to 2.0 mils, preferably about 1 mil. It should be noted that use of this white opaque polyethylene, in addition to the white polyethylene laminator, results in a whiter and cleaner appearance for the package. The middle layer of the composite coextrusion is a 0.2 to 2.0 mil thick film of non-oriented polypropylene 16, which may be pigmented chocolate, for example. Film 16 preferably has a thickness of 1 mil. The third layer, 18, is preferably a 0.2 mil film of ethylene methyl acrylate. The thickness of layer 18 may range from 0.2-0.5 mil. The overall thickness of the composite coextrusion may range from 1.5-2.5 mils, preferably around 2.2 mils.
An emulsion 20 of polyvinylidene chloride is coated upon the layer of ethylene methyl acrylate on the side opposite to that which faces the polypropylene layer 16. The polyvinylidene chloride may be used in the range of 2-5 lbs. per ream. During application, the polyvinylidene chloride may be diluted with ethanol to increase the wetting of the ethylene methyl acrylate surface by the emulsion. Advantageously, the ethanol constitutes approximately 10% by volume of the polyvinylidene chloride-ethanol mixture. Other alcohols such as propanol can also be used. In addition, Corona discharge may also be used in place of the alcohols.
The application of the polyvinylidene chloride to the ethylene methyl acrylate results in a greatly enhanced oxygen barrier as compared to the barrier formed when an equivalent amount of polyvinylidene chloride is applied to a glassine layer. This results in economies both of time and of money, since, in prior packages, the higher O2 permeability through the polyvinylidene chloride-glassine bond necessitated application of larger amounts of polyvinylidene chloride. The extra polyvinylidene chloride was applied in a second step or "bump" which in turn required an extra drying step. The material of the instant invention permits application of the polyvinylidene chloride in one less step with a concomitant saving of time and chemicals and still results in a better oxygen barrier.
The polyvinylidene chloride acts as a heat sealant. In the formation of the package, two polyvinylidene coated ethylene methyl acrylate surfaces are placed facing each other and then heat is applied. The area of the seal is generally designated 24 in FIG. 4.
The packaging material of the invention may be used in the manufacture of a snack package such as the one shown in FIGS. 1, 2, 3 and 5. The package comprises a sheet 26 which has been folded over itself to form a flattened tube. The fold lines are designated 28. The leading edge 30 of the folded-over sheet overlaps a portion of the sheet below. The overlapped portion is folded back as at 38 so that the polyvinylidene coated ethylene methyl acrylate inner surface 34 of the overlapped sheet faces the polyvinylidene chloride coated ethylene methyl acrylate inner surface 36 of the overlapping sheet. This permits heat sealing of the polyvinylidene chloride coating. The tops and bottoms of the bag are heat sealed as indicated at 40 where the polyvinylidene chloride coated surfaces face each other.
Film A was prepared in accordance with the principles of the invention. A 0.45 mil layer of Hercules B-523 uncoated, oriented, reverse printed polypropylene was extrusion laminated to a 2.2 mil layer of composite coextrusion by means of intervening white opaque low density polyethylene. The B-523 may be obtained from Hercules, 110 Market Street, Wilmington, Del. The low density polyethylene was Gulf Chemical 1017 with white concentrate added. Gulf chemicals are available from Gulf Oil Chemicals Co., P.O. Box 3766, Houston, Texas 77001. In this case, ten pounds per ream of the low density polyethylene was used.
The composite coextrusion comprised 1 mil of white high density polyethylene (Gulf Chemical 9634 with white pigment added), 1 mil of chocolate non-oriented polypropylene (Gulf Chemical 6314, pigmented chocolate) and 0.2 mils of ethylene methyl acrylate (Gulf Chemical PE 2255). The composite film was, of course, separately coextruded prior to lamination. After lamination, the ethylene methyl acrylate layer of the composite coextrusion was coated on its exposed side. The coating comprised a Union Chemicals Division polyvinylidene chloride emulsion PVDC M3-153 (primerless Saran) diluted with 99% ethanol. The ethanol constituted 8% by volume of the ethanol-polyvinylidene chloride mixture. Union Chemicals is located at 1345 North Meacham Road, Schaumburg, Ill. Three pounds per ream of the polyvinylidene chloride were coated onto the ethylene methyl acrylate. A package was formed from Film A by heat sealing the polyvinylidene chloride.
Film B comprised 0.45 mil oriented polypropylene film laminated with 14 lbs. per ream white opaque low density polyethylene to a 25 lbs. per ream layer of chocolate glassine. The non-laminated side of the glassine was coated with 5 lbs. per ream polyvinylidene chloride. A package was formed from Film B using the polyvinylidene chloride as a heat sealant.
Film C comprised 0.45 mil oriented polypropylene film laminated with 10 pounds per ream white opaque low density polyethylene to a 2.0 mil layer of high density polyethylene film. The non-laminated side of the polyethylene was coated with 3 pounds per ream polyvinylidene chloride. The surface of the polyethylene to be coated with Saran was treated by Corona discharge prior to coating. A package was formed from Film C using the polyvinylidene chloride as heat sealant. The chemicals used in Films B and C were obtained from the same sources as for Film A.
______________________________________DATAPROPERTY FILM A FILM B FILM C______________________________________PHYSICALPROPERTIESTotal Basis Weight -#/Ream 50.8 48.8 57.5Gauge (Total Mils) 3.3 2.8 3.8Tensile Strength atBreak (MD/CD) psi 6300/6000 10,700/8200 5400/7200Elongation at break(MD/CD) % 73/63 9/18 117/32Tear Notched(MD/CD) 44/87 38/40 53/97Taber Stiffness(MD/CD) 0.4/0.4 0.4/0.4 0.6/0.81% Secant Modulus 158M/161M Not appro- 124M/161M priateBond Strength,Plies & Coatings Good Good PoorMACHININGPROPERTIESSeal Strength(26 psi, 0.5 Sec.) Lbs./Inch Lbs./Inch Lbs./InchTemp °F. Initial Peel Initial Peel Initial Peel175 0.0/0.0 0.0/0.0 0.1/0.0200 0.1/0.0 0.0/0.0 0.1/0.1225 1.2/0.7 0.8/0.7 0.2/0.2250 1.6/1.4 1.2/0.8 0.3/0.2275 1.7/1.4 1.2/0.8 0.3/0.2300 1.7/1.3 1.3/0.9 0.4/0.2325 Distortion Distortion DistortionOxygenTransmissioncc/100 in2./24 hr. 4.55* 17.10 6.71Light Transmission(avg. 100,200,500F.C.) % 7.6 7.3 29.2COF Slip HS Ctg. Self .43 .49 .38 Steel .24 .19 .21OBV Ctg. Self .42 .37 .32 Steel 0.20 0.19 .20WVTR G/100 in2./24 hr.100° F./90% R.H.Flat 0.116 0.210 0.100 ##STR1## ##STR2## ##STR3##Mod Crease 0.116 0.210 0.100 ##STR4## ##STR5## ##STR6##Bag Panels 0.116 0.233 0.100(Mira Pak) ##STR7## ##STR8## ##STR9##Pouches 0.115 0.240 0.093 ##STR10## ##STR11## ##STR12##______________________________________ *This figure is the average of the results of two trials (6.45 and 2.65) taken under the same conditions. One of the trials was taken at the same time as the trial for Film B and the other at the same time as that for Film C. Except for Film B, the differences in the results are considered minor. The value obtained for Film B, however, indicates significantly inferior oxygen barrier properties.
As is apparent from the above data, the packaging material of the invention has many desirable characteristics. The taber stiffness of the film of the invention is comparable to that of the glassine containing material, although somewhat less than that of Film C. The results of the 1% secant modulus test, which is an important measure of the stiffness of the film, also indicate that Film A has good stiffness characteristics, better, in fact, than Film C.
As indicated in the chart, the bond strength of Film A is good, as is that of Film B. The bond strength of Film C is poor; Film C's bond strength is too low for a useful packaging material. Similarly, the seal strength of the new packaging material reported in the example above is excellent in that the seal is strong enough to preserve the integrity of the package but not so strong as to prevent easy opening by the consumer. In contrast, the seal strength of Film C is too low for that of a practical packaging material.
The data reveals that the oxygen transmission characteristics of Film A are considerably superior to those of Film B, notwithstanding that less PVDC and less application time is required. Film C's oxygen transmission is similar to that of film A. The light transmission of Film A is roughly comparable to that of Film B.
As seen from the WVTR data, the packaging material of the invention has improved moisture barrier characteristics compared to the standard product, Film B. Film C has an even stronger water barrier; however, this is of little consequence since Film C is not an acceptable packaging material because of its bonding and sealing strength.
As is apparent from the data, the packaging material of the invention has outstanding packaging characteristics and is particularly suitable for containing snack foods. It should be understood, of course, that the specific form of the invention herein illustrated and described is intended to be representative only, as certain changes may be made therein without departing from the clear teachings of the disclosure. Accordingly, reference should be made to the following appended claims in determining the full scope of the invention.

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This paper investigates how changes to the age distribution of cities' resident popu-lations shape the growth rate of local house prices in different market segments. For estimation purposes, we combine city-level demographic information with de-tailed housing price data for 87 German cities over 1995-2014. We show that house prices and key demographic variables exhibit strong cross-section dependence but are panel stationary in first differences when this form of dependence is accounted for. Employing a mixed-regressive spatial panel model that incorporates spatial fixed effects as well as changes in city size, purchasing power and mortgage rates, we find that real urban house price appreciation tends to be substantially lower in cities that age more rapidly. Population aging has heterogeneous effects across housing segments: sales price growth of condominiums and single-family homes is negatively related to stronger growth of the old-age dependency ratio, while a posi-tive association is found for aging and real rent growth.
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NAM Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence program.
National Academy of Medicine.
Diagnostic error reduction is gaining momentum as a primary focus of patient safety achievement. This educational program will draw from the 2015 Institute of Medicine Improving Diagnosis in Health Care report to support a multidisciplinary cohort of scholars to advance diagnostic improvement. The application process for the 2023 class will open in January 2023.

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A cold air intake does not improve gas mileage, but it does increase a car's overall engine performance. Besides adding a cold air intake, turbochargers and superchargers also increase airflow to the engine.
Engines powered by gasoline work by taking in air and mixing it with gas. Burning this mixture results in the power needed to run a car. Adding a cold air intake cools the air sent to the engine. This helps because cooler air is more dense, allowing even more oxygen to fit within a smaller volume.
The more oxygen the engine gets, the more power it produces. Racers often pour ice over their intake manifolds before a competition to give them a temporary increase in horsepower. However, as the manifolds heat back up during the race, the extra horsepower is lost.
Despite having an increase in horsepower, cold air intakes do not decrease gas mileage by much. This is why cold air intakes are often falsely associated with providing better gas mileage. When a car gets a boost in horsepower, it usually consumes more fuel. Cold air intakes are cheaper and easier to install than superchargers and turbochargers as well. However, it should be noted that both turbochargers and superchargers provide a car with more power than a cold air intake.


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Tomorrow is election day. That means it is up to you to get out there and vote.
Here’s what I urge you to do if you haven’t already..
Make sure you are a registered voter. If you didn’t pre-register, you can register at your polling place. Make sure you have the correct forms of ID with you when you go to vote. If you don’t know where your polling place is, you can find it here. Once you do that, you can look up a list of your candidates, visit their websites and even see what a sample ballot will look like so you can familiarize yourself. Not every candidate will have a political party (especially in terms of your judges, county commissioners, etc.) so it is important to know what they are passionate about, or what their past rulings have been. You can read candidate interviews from your local papers typically to find out more concerning those kinds of positions.
I had to pre-register this year, since we moved. I have different candidates to vote on this year, than years past because of the move, so I made sure to look up as much information on each candidate as I could. I checked out who they were endorsed by, their views on certain political issues, read their interviews in local papers and even talked to a few of them personally.
Remember to go out and vote, but make sure you are an educated voter as well. I have changed my mind on a few votes just in the past few days after doing more research on candidates. If you don’t know something about a candidate or are wondering their stance on an issue, ask! Don’t be afraid to talk to them about what is affecting you and what concerns you! -Sara

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Coronary heart disease is 90% preventable with proper diet and exercise per American Heart Association.
A study that followed 22,071 male physicians over 17 years found that those with the highest blood level of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids compared to those with the lowest blood level had an 80-90% risk reduction in sudden cardiac death.
A Harvard study found that eating approximately one to two 3 oz. servings of fatty fish a week—salmon, herring, mackerel, anchovies, or sardines—reduces the risk of dying from heart disease by 36 percent.
A scientific advisory released May 2018 from the American Heart Association reaffirms the Association’s recommendation to eat two servings of fish per week.
It is important to remember that our daily food choices influence our mental health as much as other self-care such as physical activity, connecting with friends and family, and sleep. And the evidence is strong that seafood is brain food.
The Omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is critical for the development of the nervous system, especially during the first year of life according to a study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Dr. Emily Oken of Harvard Medical School concludes science shows that seafood consumption by pregnant women is in fact beneficial for baby brain development and shows no harm.
The National Coalition for Infant Health, together with Neonatology Today, released seafood advice for mothers and their babies. The FDA 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines Recommend That Pregnant Woman Eat at Least 2 Servings of Seafood Per Week
Fish literally saves lives. Eating seafood two to three times per week reduces the risk of death from any health-related cause by 17 percent.
The 2020-2025 DGA recommends a shift towards healthy eating patterns, which include a variety of protein foods including more seafood.


Watch: Pusha T Performs ‘Grindin’ With Tyler The Creator At SPIN House of Vans SXSW Showcase
VIBE’s friends at SPIN curated a fresh showcase at the House of Vans at SXSW this year. The headliner was none other than Pusha T, who decided to end his set with a song that helped launch his rap career — The Clipse’s “Grindin,” off the brothers’ 2002 debut Lord Willin’.
While Pusha’s brother No Malice and the track’s feature Pharrell were not present for their part on the track, another couple of rappers helped fill in on their verses. Tyler the Creator rode his skateboard to the show along with pal Earl Sweatshirt in tow. Watch as they help King Push stay atop his throne in the video above.


Exciting news for all the lovers of gadgets because Google just dropped one, actually two recently for you to swoon over. One of the most talked phones of the year, Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL has been just launched and it has various unique features that we will be discussing in this article. Google has earlier released a teaser picture of the phones in June that got all of us excited and now that they are finally released we can’t help but be amazed over their unique features.
The phones will be available for you to buy from 24th October onwards. However, you can start pre-ordering the phones from now. The starting range of Pixel 4 is $799 for 64 GB version and for Pixel 4 XL it is $899 for the same storage value. Although you can update its memory for $100 more. The color variants of both the phones are Black, White, and Orange or as Google likes to call it, Oh So Orange.
The phones offer dual rare camera along with 90 Hz of the display. The design of the smartphones is also unique as you can see in the pictures it has a square camera design that we haven’t seen earlier. It comes with wireless charging. At the bottom of the phone you will find stereo speakers and USB-C port. The unique features about which we were talking about is the presence of Car detection feature as well as the live video captioning. Both the phones have a Snapdragon 855 processor and 6 GB of RAM.###


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Hi Kaleeane, and welcome to the forum!
If you want to trade with someone on the forum, you can post it in the small trades thread: http://www.pokemonelite2000.com/foru...d.php?t=120528
Also, about the event Pokémon, you do are in the right location!
Luckily, I've got 2 Event Pokémon I can clone for you: Darkrai
. Also an Arceus
, but just to register in your Pokédex, because I can't clone him.
If you can send me your friend-code, we could set up a trade if you want.
Here you have my White 2 FC: 3311 2531 5967
If you want some other Pokémon get cloned, you can post it in this thread: http://www.pokemonelite2000.com/foru...ad.php?t=71296
Finaly, you still have the Shiny charm event of PE2K. It's an event that let's you complete your own Pokédex to get the shiny charm in your game!
Here you have the link: http://www.pokemonelite2000.com/foru...49#post3450449
. You should really try this out!
Good luck! See you!


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Bebeto Ochieng, better known as Thufu-B is a master of lines. Graffiti circles have fondly dubbed him the “Lines man”. He is one of the founding members of BSQ crew, a street art group based in Kenya’s Capital, Nairobi. His work focuses mainly on African females. Notably, portraits with African patterns on the background finishing with lines that create faces. These portraits mostly focus on traditional African Cultures. Also, he has a special bias for BBW which is Big Beautiful Women, given his fascination for the African Woman’s features. Ultimately, he hopes to showcase his work to the world. His dreams stretch wide and vast.
“Female poses are more fluid, more loving. They inspire the best out of my creativity”


Up to 469 hp for single motor Taycan
No range figure yet for new model
Porsche has revealed a new version of its electric sedan and this time they’ve taken out the front motor to make a car that is lighter and more affordable than the twin-motor versions. Though strangely missing from the specs for the new model is a range figure for the two battery options.
Badged simply as Taycan, this version of the car loses around 200 lbs by dropping the front driveline. That leaves it with 402 hp if you pick the Performance Battery and 469 hp to the rear wheels if you tick the box for the larger Performance Battery Plus. And we’ll note that Porsche’s naming conventions leave room for a more affordable and shorter-range option down the road.
With either battery, the rear-drive Porsche Taycan can hit 98 km/h in 5.1 seconds, while the standard 79.2 kWh battery hits the quarter mile in 13.7 seconds with the larger 93.4 pack accomplishing the same in 13.5.
19-inch Aero wheels are standard with six-piston front and four-piston rear brakes, much like found on the Taycan 4S but with a different colour choice to make sure you know which one is the top car. Ceramic and surface coated brakes are optional as are larger wheels. Porsche active suspension is standard with adaptive dampers and an air suspension is on the options list.
The new Taycan variant can charge at the same 270 kw rate for the large pack and 225 for the small, both taking 22.5 minutes to go from five to 80 percent charge in the right conditions. It includes the 2021 updates to other Taycan models including Plug and Charge and Apple Music.
The new model will start from $79,900 in the US, and will qualify for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 there. It isn’t coming to Canada, Porsche says.


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Here is the effective natural remedy to clean halos and brown spots on steel cutlery. Most household cutlery is made of stainless steel. Although stainless steel is known to be extremely strong and durable, you should know that it is never immune to oxidation . How to restore their shine.
The cause of halos and brown spots on steel cutlery
Steel is made of chrome or nickel. Compared to iron or steel, steel is a material that is not easily corroded. This is possible thanks to a protective film that gives the metal better resistance to corrosion. However, this outer layer is not as immune to external influences.
What different types of stainless steel are there for cutlery?
In restaurants and hotel complexes, stainless steel with an 18/10 alloy, i.e. 18% chromium and 10 % nickel , is most commonly used . However, there are also 18/0 and 18/8 alloys.
You should know that 18/0 alloys are the least resistant because they are nickel-free. Logically, these cutlery are the cheapest in terms of price and can be used for home use.
Steel cutlery is most susceptible to scratches from frequent cleaning with brushes or the abrasive side of the sponge . While the water itself is not a problem for the cutlery, it is the limescale that forms .
Halos and brown spots on steel cutlery: the effective natural remedy
- To clean the cutlery, we recommend using soft cloths, microfiber cloths or even sponges .
- It is strongly not recommended to use scrapers, wire or steel sponges so as not to increase the scratches on the surfaces.
- It is also very important to use the right products, that is, products that will not further damage the cutlery . We must favor natural solutions that are gentler.
- Remove leftover food or drink as quickly as possible
- Dissolve a tablespoon of baking soda in a liter of water
- Pour the solution into a basin
- Immerse the cutlery in it for a few minutes
- Rinse and dry with a clean cloth
Not only is this product a powerful cleaner and shiner , but it also helps remove stubborn stains. It is also recommended to clean the cutlery using the intensive rinse program.


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Can I Sue for Emotional Distress in New Jersey?
Life has its ups and downs, and sometimes, the actions or negligence of others can bring us down in ways that are more than just physical. In New Jersey, the echoes of emotional pain can resonate just as loudly as physical injuries in the courtroom.
The question is: can you sue for the emotional toll it takes on your life?
How Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress?
The compensation for emotional distress is not a one-size-fits-all figure. The amount you can sue for depends heavily on:
- The depth of the emotional impact and how it has affected your daily life.
- The intent or negligence of the party responsible for causing the distress.
- Precedent cases in New Jersey where plaintiffs received compensation for similar emotional injuries.
Emotional Distress Common Factor
Emotional distress claims in New Jersey often share common factors:
- Direct experience of a traumatic event or witnessing one.
- An existing relationship with someone involved in a traumatic event.
- The severity and duration of the emotional distress suffered.
How to Prove Emotional Distress in Court
Proving emotional distress requires:
- Medical evidence, such as psychiatric evaluations, to substantiate your claims.
- Witness testimony about the changes in your behavior or mood post-incident.
- Expert testimony to establish a connection between the event and your emotional state.
Can I File an Emotional Distress Lawsuit in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, if you’re deeply troubled emotionally due to someone else’s actions, you can take them to court. But it’s not enough to just feel upset.
You must show a direct link between what the person did and your emotional pain. Also, the distress must be severe, not just a minor inconvenience.
According to New Jersey courts, evidence like medical records can help prove your claim, and there’s a history of such cases being recognized as long as they meet these tough standards.
Talk with Personal Injury Lawyers About Emotional Distress Claims in New Jersey
Personal injury lawyers can provide invaluable advice on emotional distress claims. They will help you:
- Understand your legal rights and the nuances of New Jersey law.
- Strategically build a case that represents the full scope of your emotional suffering.
An excellent personal injury lawyer like Rosengard Law Firm advises you the best and gets you the best compensation for your claim.
Which Types of Accidents Cause Emotional Distress
Accidents leading to emotional distress may include:
- Car accidents result in severe injury or death.
- Slip and fall incidents due to negligent property maintenance.
- Acts of violence or threats that create a genuine fear for personal safety.
Signs of Emotional Distress After Car Accidents in New Jersey
Emotional distress post-accident can manifest in various ways:
- Persistent anxiety, depression, or phobias, especially of driving or vehicles.
- Insomnia or nightmares related to the accident.
- Difficulty in managing daily tasks and relationships due to the psychological impact.
See also : New Jersey Car Accident Lawyer
How to Calculate Emotional Distress Compensation
Calculating compensation is complex and may involve:
- Assessing the cost of therapy and psychiatric treatment.
- Evaluating the impact on your quality of life and potential for future happiness.
- Considering the duration of your emotional distress and its long-term effects.
So, after calculating emotional distress compensation, therapy costs, and how long your life is affected and distressed, you can seek a lawyer’s advice and go for an accurate claim.
Who is responsible for emotional distress in New Jersey?
The individual or entity that caused harm through negligence or intentional wrongdoing is typically held responsible for emotional distress in New Jersey.
Is emotional distress a negligence factor?
Emotional distress can indeed be a factor in negligence claims, provided it can be shown that the distress was a foreseeable result of the negligent behavior.
It’s essential to recognize that emotional distress is a genuine and significant harm affecting all areas of one’s life.
New Jersey law provides mechanisms to seek compensation for such harms.
With the proper guidance and evidence, victims can achieve a sense of justice and compensation for their suffering.

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The Beaman Memorial Library and the West Boylston Arts Foundation celebrated Edgar Allen Poe's birthday on Jan. 19 in macabre style by inviting three members New England Horror Writers (NEHW), a Central-Massachusetts based writer's association, to speak about what inspires their writing, as well as how they incorporate local scenery, names and characters into their work.
Co-chairmen of the NEHW, Dan Keohane, author of “Solomon's Grave,” and Tracy Carbone, author of the young adult thriller “Man of Mystery Hill: An Abby McNabb Mystery,” along with the group's webmaster, Morven Westfield, author of vampire novels “Darksome Thirst” and “The Old Power Returns,” spoke about their most recent books, as well as the horror genre.
“Solomon's Grave” was released last year and was a finalist in the international Bram Stoker Award. Named after the author of “Dracula,” the award is given by the international group, the Horror Writer's Association, for outstanding work in horror
All three authors have published short stories in magazines. Keohane and Westfield have also had stories published in anthologies.
The trio read selections from their books and shared tips with would-be horror writers.
All three writers spoke about how they draw from places and people in their real lives.
Keohane, a Princeton resident, set “The Old Power Returns” in Hillcrest, a fictitious community in the Princeton area, and then incorporated places that really exist from Princeton and the surrounding area.
“I borrowed some of the West Boylston stores and dropped them in Princeton,” he said.
Westfield, who lives in Southboro, said her series of vampire novels takes place around the Framingham area.
Westfield sometimes morphs names from real places, like “Fenimore,” from the real places Fenway and Kenmore. That creates more local interest, she said, adding that she addresses this more in the “author's notes” section on her website, www.morvenwestfield.com.
Carbone often writes about Bradford, the town she lives in, but changed the name to Bradhedge. She mentions real places like Carter's Ice Cream.
Both Keohane and Carbone said their children have inspired their writing. They might name or model a character after their child. Carbone named her main character, Abby McNabb, after her daughter.
Keohane said he once turned a very nice, real-life acquaintance into his villain.
Westfield bases her characters on composites; some of people she knew years ago. She disguises them by changing some personal aspects, like what the characters do for a living, because she does not want the people to think she's making fun of them, she said.
Westfield, who writes about vampires, was asked what she thinks of the modern vampire stories.
“Every vampire writer has to pick what part of the vampire mythos they want to highlight,” Westfield said.
For instance, Dracula crumbled in the dust, while in the Buffy the Vampire series, victims died and vanished, as the writer didn't want to deal with the disposal of bodies. In the movie “Twilight,” a vampire who drinks the blood of humans or animals cannot into the sunlight because the sunlight would make the vampire sparkle and people will discover this is not a human, according to Westfield.
The writers were also asked about how they handle rewrites.
Keohane said he used to write two to three drafts and think his work was perfect. Now, he writes until he thinks the work is perfect. Then, he prints it out, marks it up with a pen, changes the font, rewrites, prints and marks it up again until it is perfect.
Carbone said when she thinks her story is perfect, she waits a week to re-read it. She doesn't let a lot of people read it for fear they will politely tell her they like it, when she is actually looking to better her work.
Westfield recommended that writers wait one week before re-reading their work. Then, they should read it out loud to themselves. She said novelists often cannot wait one week, but short story writers often can.
Audience members also asked about endings. Specifically, if the writers know their endings when they start writing.
Keohane said, as a horror writer, he has to know how much he wants to wrap up at the end, how much he wants to imply and how much he should leave up to the imagination.
“You want it to be as natural as possible…Characters come alive in your head and do things you don't expect,” Keohane said.
Carbone said she likes to wrap up the loose ends and usually works from a big outline of what's going to happen.
Westfield, whose husband is British, said Americans like their stories wrapped up with a happy ending while the British don't mind if you kill off a main character.
Westfield said writers are either “plotters” or “pansters,” meaning they know where there story is going, or they write from the seat of their pants. However, even plotters can try “what if” scenarios, she said.
All three writers recommending aspiring writers check out the National Novel Writers Month Website, nanowrimo.org, which, each November, sponsors a novel writing contest. Contestants are encouraged to write a 50,000-word novel from Nov. 1 to 30.
The writers were also asked if they are influenced by other writers.
Keohane said author Richard Matheson, who wrote “Dual,” and several episodes of the television series “The Twlight Zone,” influenced him and others.
Keohane said some writers won't read their own genre, but he believes “the more you read, the more you learn what not to write.”
Carbone said writers who are in middle school and high school, who are “writing, writing like crazy,” might be influenced by some well-known writers. But, as writers are exposed to more books and more movies, they may have many different influences.
Carbone said she watched “Night Gallery” and “The Twlight Zone” on television while growing up, and added that her grandfather used to read horror stories to her, which she loved. Now, she joked, gets plenty of inspiration taking a commuter train and then riding on the subway to Boston each day.
To learn more about The New England Horror Writers, visit: www.horror.org/ne.


It's no secret that more and more people are opting for touch-based smartphones and tablets as their computers of choice: iPads, iPhones, Androids, now BlackBerrys, and soon Windows 8 PCs and tablets. For developers, touch-based systems means grasping a whole new set of guidelines, including understanding their audience's new context and careful interface design, say prominent developers in the touch space.
Enterprises are starting to demand touch applications, including internal applications to examine data and manage resources, says Daniel Dura, a former Adobe Flash evangelist and now vice president of product development at Dedo, which builds software for mobile devices and kiosks. "The whole idea of touch as an interface mechanism is taking off massively in these enterprises," he says.
[ See why touch has failed on the PC, but how Microsoft's touch-oriented Windows 8 may get it right. | Go deep into HTML5 programming in InfoWorld's "HTML5 Megaguide Deep Dive" PDF how-to report. ]
The nuances of gestures
But developers who want to make some money or simply move internal enterprise systems over to these new devices must learn the nuances if they want to be successful. "The first thing is to understand the user who's going to be using it," says Dura. "What most people don't understand is the complexity of what a user is going to expect" from a gesture standpoint, he says. A pinch or a gesture may not seem natural in some contexts: "The best thing is to test the interaction."
Dura recalls building a Twitter application for a large touch wall, in which users could touch tweets and open them. Developers made some assumptions about how to open those messages, and they programmed the application so that users had to double-tap on the screen to open them. But in testing, users instead grabbed the messages and tried to pinch -- the gesture for zooming in -- the tweets to open them. "We had to go back and revise that interaction to match what the users were expecting," Dura reports.
When building touch interface applications, developers must bear in mind immediacy and why someone is using a touch device, says John Nack, Adobe Systems' principal product manager for mobile and digital imaging. He advises building entertaining, quick-to-use applications: "For anything that is too procedural, where you need a lot of steps to anything done, people will simply use their desktops to get those tasks done."
Although the user experience issues can be tricky, the APIs for actually implementing touch are fairly straightforward, Dura notes.


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One approaches with some trepidation any one of the fifteen or so film versions of Don Quixote, the very early seventeenth-century Spanish novel by Cervantes, in full, Miguel de Cervantes y Saavedra. Brilliantly philosophical and richly colored, the book, despite a simple plot, is considered by many the single greatest novel ever written. My own vote goes to a brilliantly philosophical, richly colored Russian novel that appeared 270 years later, Anna Karenina; and as surely as Lev (or Leo) Tolstoi’s Anna is perhaps the greatest female character in all of fiction, Cervantes’ Quixote is perhaps the greatest male character in all of fiction. By one of those inexplicable coincidences of literary history, Quixote appeared in print at almost the exact time that Shakespeare’s King Lear appeared on the English stage, and both these characters are a lot alike, with each up to the other’s measure. Both are stubborn and irascible old men; but Quixote surely is, more than Lear, the resident of his own mind.
That mind is full of books—books about chivalry. Quixote is an anachronism, a medieval dreamer in a sixteenth-century post-medieval world. (Lear is a real king, while Quixote only imagines that he is a knight.) The word quixotic has come to describe such an idealist, whose “madness” may be perfect sanity, only shifted in time to when it can no longer be accepted or even understood. Quixote isn’t a liar, making a show of tilting at Weapons of Mass Destruction; he is outmoded nobility tilting at windmills, which he perceives to be opponents—giants—that endanger the common good. He’s a man for all seasons, but not one for any particular time and place, including his own, and he is inspired by a world that probably never existed, except in legend. Today he would be labeled “paranoid schizophrenic” or “manic-depressive,” or something, and be locked away—for society’s convenience. At least that’s what would happen to him in the United States.
Enter Georg Wilhelm Pabst, a great German filmmaker, thirty years after the first film of Don Quixote appeared. This is the giant (not windmill) who had made The Joyless Street (1925), The Love of Jeanne Ney (1927), Pandora’s Box (1928), Westfront 1918 (1930), Kameradschaft and The Threepenny Opera (both 1931)—and, too, the fillmmaker capable of such tacky melodrama as Diary of a Lost Girl (1929), among the most dubious works by anyone of such conspicuous talent. Pabst at the time was in his late forties, old enough to grasp Quixote, and he filmed three versions in succession, in German, French and English. It’s the last that I have seen, albeit in a cut version—and this was, regrettably, Pabst’s last film as a committed Leftist. Like too many others, Pabst capitulated to German nationalism, lending his considerable credibility to the film industry of the Third Reich.
The film is often faulted for its coldness, and such criticism is fair enough. Inevitably, moreover, the film in no way duplicates the novel’s richness; it develops only two themes—and these, we shall see, belong solely to Pabst, not Cervantes. Very little of the novel, in fact, survives the transposition from one medium to another. (At least in the edition that I saw, Pabst doesn’t make room even for Dulcinea, the creature of his imagination upon whom Quixote lavishes his chivalry but who appears in the film as little more than a walk-on—and, as in the Massenet opera, real.) All that said, this is a brilliant film, a towering achievement. For all the oddity of George Robey’s beery, aggressive Sancho Panza, Pabst’s Don Quixote is a masterpiece.
What may disappoint some fans of the novel most is that, for the most part, the film proceeds as “Scenes from Don Quixote” rather than as a full-blooded adaptation. It is as though these scenes were being little more than indicated, not cinematically realized. But all this is likely a deliberate distancing strategy, to which one should add the unexpected songs that punctuate the proceedings, most of them sung by Quixote himself. (The music is by Jacques Ibert, although the star of the film had also sung Quixote in a production of the 1910 Jules Massenet opera.) Indeed, the film opens with a sharp stroke of distancing—rolling lines of print that give Quixote a negative spin. This written commentary describes Quixote as “an impoverished relic of the landed gentry that once ruled feudal Spain. . . . Living in the imaginary past, he clashes with living reality at every turn. The results are at once pathetic and ridiculous.” These are harsh words that hardly do justice to a character who is, in the Cervantes novel, as moving and inspiring as he is deluded. However, among other things, the film will reverse the impression of Quixote that this opening seems to impose on the viewer. The theme that will emerge is that of the cherished and precious nature of books.
Throughout, until the film’s two great set-pieces, there’s a hovering sense of selfconsciousness, a sustained distancing that accumulates into a shrewd and distinct impression that not only are we watching actors performing some version of Don Quixote but that the characters they are playing in the film are themselves actors selfconsciously playing characters from Cervantes. In short, the film’s distancing strategies, no matter what else they do, suggest that the characters themselves seem to have read the book. Indeed, the opening commentary that sets all this distancing into motion flashes the viewer ahead, to a point in time after the novel, before showing the viewer the seventeenth-century novel’s sixteenth-century action in a (seemingly) crudely abbreviated form that keeps constant his or her position in the present in the forefront of the viewer’s mind. We aren’t transported into the world of the book; rather, we are constantly reminded of the book itself. We are thinking this from the start when we silently respond to the opening commentary, “No, these harsh words do not sum up the character of Quixote as the novel presents and develops it.” At many subsequent junctures, we again are attending more to the book than to the film because we are thinking, “This isn’t the book!” In this way, our dispute with the film shifts our heart to the importance and value of the book. (A “warmer,” more sentimental approach would not have advanced this procedure.) All this is deliberate on Pabst’s part; it is part of the film’s thematic development.
The film claims two passages that are universally regarded as great. Both come near the end; one prepares the viewer for the other, with which the film closes. The first is the passage in which our self-anointed knight tilts at windmills. Quixote believes his mission is to right society’s wrongs and champion the downtrodden and dispossessed. To him, the advancing army of giants that he misperceives the rotating windmills to be encapsulates everything that inflicts misery on the people of Spain. Stunningly shot and edited (the cutter is Hans Oser), Quixote’s jousting rush on the windmills gives the film its own rush. And more: When Quixote becomes trapped in one of the windmill’s radiating slats, the camera angle and proximity help make it appear as though Quixote, having propelled himself into it, is stuck in the page of a book.
Quixote, now, is returned home, to the care of his loving niece. All these books on chivalry that dazzled and misled his mind: what’s to be done with them? They are ceremoniously burned. But wait: recall that the elasticity of time references distances the viewer from the time of the action and sets the viewer’s thoughts in the present. For the viewer of the film, what is the most monumental book ever written on the subject of chivalry? Why, Cervantes’ Don Quixote itself! In closeup, the camera catches a book that has been burned to a crisp in the fire. In the single greatest shot Pabst ever devised, we watch the unburning of that book in slow motion and reverse motion until, page by page, the book is restored to wholeness. The film ends on the title page. What book is this? Cervantes’ Don Quixote.
To be sure, Pabst had at his disposal Jean Epstein’s wind-caused page flappings in slow motion in the French silent The Fall of the House of Usher (1928). Whereas Epstein’s achievement in the Poe film is lyrical, intended to conjure an eerie, forlorn mood, however, Pabst’s achievement is analytical. The film opened, as a ruse, by bluntly disparaging Quixote and his idealism, heading the film in the direction of the burning of the books; by reclaiming, through visual means (trick photography), Don Quixote from the fire, though, Pabst reverses the message that the opening commentary seemed to have imposed on the viewer, while at the same time underscoring the “time trick” that puts Cervantes’ Don Quixote among the books about chivalry that Quixote himself owned and read. This book must not burn. These books must not burn. Their ideas and ideals must remain to inspire current and future readers.
A “cold” film? Anyone who loves books will be profoundly moved by the ending here, into which the entire film pours. And, yes, there’s more. Adolf Hitler became Germany’s chancellor in January 1933. Four months later, Hitler’s chief propagandist, Josef Goebbles, orchestrated the mass book burning in Berlin, executed by SA troops and students, to rid the “new Germany” of books and authors the state deemed deleterious. It’s impossible, no matter with whatever other ideas the film may have begun, that in the editing process Don Quixote didn’t become Pabst’s impassioned protest against this spectacle in Berlin. As far as I know, neither Cervantes nor Don Quixote was one of Goebbles’ targets; but in Pabst’s fiercely beautiful film, this book represents all books that engage humanity’s better angels. Pabst’s final shot in which the book, as it were, comes back to life is nearly comparable in force to the ending of Ordet (Carl Theodor Dreyer, 1954).
Pabst shot all three editions of his film in Haute-Provence, France. His excellent black-and-white cinematographers are Nicolas Farkas and Paul Portier.
His outstanding Russian-born star is Feodor Chaliapin, who gives a great performance (as would Nikolai Cherkasov in the 1957 version directed by Grigori Kozintsev*). Chaliapin speaks softly and humbly at times, but some regret the declamatory style that the actor seems to use in other spots. Needless to say, I find this element of selfconsciousness perfectly in keeping with the idea that this Don Quixote is enacting a role—that this Don Quixote has himself read Don Quixote.
Heinrich Heine, I believe, once wrote that where books are burned, then human beings will also be burned. The burning of Quixote’s books is tantamount to killing Quixote. The pages we watch being reclaimed from the fire that has burned them represent the man who read and cherished them, and (given what the book turns out to be) whom they are about. On some level, it is Quixote who is also being reclaimed from the fire.
Pabst’s is a perplexing case. How could a Leftist become any part of Hitler’s state? Yet this happened. Nationalism trumped ideology and idealism—as happened also in the case of Erich Engel, whose marvelous postwar film The Blum Affair I have written about. (Please see, under “film reviews,” my essay on The Blum Affair.) Both men chose to work in the entertainment industry of the Third Reich rather than leave Germany. Who knows what their combination of motives might have been. (Is it possible that they felt that they couldn’t desert their country in what the Nazis had made Germany’s greatest hour of need?) How sadly ironic that Engel, the man who directed the original stage production of Brecht’s Threepenny Opera, and Pabst, the man who directed the film of that play, should have both found themselves for a wearyingly long spell cast adrift, separated from their souls, in the same discredited boat on the same diseased ocean.
* Indeed, Peter O’Toole’s performance as Quixote is not one of the many problems sorely afflicting Arthur Hiller’s Man of La Mancha (1972), based on the Broadway musical.
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The Doctor finds himself caught up in yet another adventure with River Song – only this time she doesn’t recognise him.
This year’s series of Doctor Who has received a mixed reception for its darker, more character-driven stories and its later scheduling. However this Christmas special – the tenth overall and the fifth written by Steven Moffat – takes a distinct step away from the events of the most recent episodes, while acknowledging the emptiness in the Doctor’s life left by the loss of his memories of Clara.
It has a noticeably lighter and family friendly tone, befitting its 5:15pm timeslot and guest turns by comedians Matt Lucas and The Inbetweeners’ Greg Davies.
The hour-long special isn’t devoid of scary moments – in particular, there’s one scene in a restaurant which will have some younger viewers scampering behind the sofa – but this is less of a horror story than a rom-com, with a bittersweet ending that will bring a tear to the eye.
For once, the roles are reversed. Unlike in their first encounter in Silence in the Library, here it is River who does not recognise the Doctor, while he knows everything about her life. And he also finds himself in the ‘companion’ role in River’s adventure, a position he embraces with gusto in one wonderful, magical moment that will delight long-time fans.
Davies in particular has his own scene-stealing moments but this story is really all about Peter Capaldi and Alex Kingston, who spark off each other so effortlessly that it’s easy to forget that this is the first time River has appeared alongside the Twelfth Doctor. The pair are simply marvellous together, imbuing Moffat’s script at turns with both gravity and slapstick laughs.
It definitely helps to understand the back-story behind River Song – the episode is crammed full of references to her previous appearances – but as a standalone story The Husbands of River Song works as well for casual viewers as for dedicated fans. It might just be the show’s best Christmas episode to date.
15 things to watch out for:
1. The Doctor isn’t too keen on carol singers.
2. The TARDIS is playing festive hologrammatic tricks on the Doctor.
3. ‘One minute you’re sure, the next everybody turns into lizards and a piano falls on you.’
4. ‘I think I’m going to need a bigger flowchart.’
5. Not for the first time this year, watch out for a new version of the opening titles – this time with a distinctly seasonal theme.
6. Yes, River has a sonic trowel. As any good archaeologist would do, obviously.
7. ‘Recommendation: chill.’
8. A fleeting appearance by 12 very familiar faces.
9. ‘Finally, it’s my go.’
10. River finds something behind a wall panel in the TARDIS console room that even the Doctor isn’t aware of.
11. ‘This is where genocide comes to kick back and relax.’
12. References to The Pandorica Opens/The Big Bang, The Time of Angels/Flesh and Stone and The Angels Take Manhattan, as well as unseen adventures mentioned in Silence in the Library and The Impossible Astronaut.
13. ‘You don’t expect a sunset to admire you back.’
14. One of River’s previous husbands is a certain well-known British comedian.
15. A special Christmas present.
The Doctor Who Christmas special is on BBC1 on Christmas Day at 5:15pm.


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Girls Night In: Charcuterie
Everyone knows at this point that we are smack in the middle of a pandemic. Due to this situation, options are obviously limited for things to do. I decided to create a new series on my blog called Girls Night In, where I focus on showcasing different, fun activities to do with the girls. One of my favorite things to do is a charcuterie and wine night. Scroll down to read more about how I throw a very fun girls night in that everyone will want to copy!
For the set up, I made multiple boards with various cheeses, meats, and accompaniments. I wanted all of the boards to work together and be showcased on the same table. I love the look of getting multiple-sized boards and using small vessels to hold some of the accompaniments to add texture to the set up.
For the wine, I wanted to have multiple options to tailor to the group and what everyone likes. My current favorites are listed below:
Semi-Sweet White | Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling
Semi-Sweet Red | Meiomi Pinot Noir
Dry Red | 14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon


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Nestled along the river, the Shangri-La offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city. It boasts spacious rooms, extensive dining choices, and a riverside pool with a cascading waterfall.
Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
With its lush gardens and private riverfront setting, this resort provides a peaceful oasis. It features spacious rooms, a rejuvenating spa, multiple dining options, and a free shuttle boat service to the BTS Skytrain.
Millennium Hilton Bangkok
Offering contemporary elegance, this hotel offers magnificent river views from its stylish rooms and rooftop bar. Guests can enjoy an infinity pool, multiple dining venues, and a complimentary shuttle boat to the BTS Skytrain.
Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok
Known for its spacious suites and friendly service, Chatrium Hotel offers stunning river views from most of its rooms. It also features a rooftop infinity pool, multiple dining options, and a shuttle boat to the Saphan Taksin BTS station.
This modern hotel stands tall on the Chao Phraya River's banks and offers sleek, comfortable rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. It boasts a rooftop pool and bar, multiple dining choices, and a shuttle boat to the Sathorn Pier and ICONSIAM shopping mall.
Located by the river,this luxurious hotel provides spacious rooms with river or city views. Itoffers a riverside lagoon-style pool, several dining options, and easy accessto the Saphan Taksin BTS station.
Situated right on the riverfront, this convenient hotel is situated just next to Terminal 21 bangkok hotel at Rama 3 Road where the best shopping experience in Bangkok awaits the visitor. The hotel itself hosts a well-known Tim Sum restaurant and a cafe with the country's best khao mun kai (Singapore chicken rice) to boast.
Riva Surya Bangkok
A boutique hotel with a charming riverside location, Riva Surya offers stylish rooms, a rooftop bar with panoramic river views, and a riverside restaurant. It is located near many of Bangkok's famous landmarks and attractions.
These riverside hotels Bangkok provide an unforgettable experience,combining comfort, elegance, and breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River.

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The Avalon Hotel is a beautiful 4-star adult-only hotel situated on a hill above Bochali and overlooking the town. With a stunning location like this, boasting great panoramic views, and a fantastic range of facilities on offer, the hotel is ideal for your next couple’s retreat to Zante.
There are 77 rooms and suites at the Avalon Hotel, each with air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite flat screen TV, fridge and a private bathroom. Rooms also feature a furnished balcony overlooking the Ionian Sea or surrounding mountains. On site, you will find an outdoor swimming pool alongside free sunbeds and umbrellas. If you wish to keep active during your stay, you will find a tennis court as well as a mini golf course that can be used by hotel guests. Folklore shows are held once a week and you can relax with a cold drink at the main bar appreciating the panoramic views.
The Avalon Hotel holds a prime position, being less than a mile from the nearest beach, and within walking distance of Zakynthos Town. It also boasts some stunning panoramic views over it! Zakynthos Town is rich in culture and history, making it perfect for those who like to visit historical sites and museums. Zante is a hugely popular island with its wide range of water sports, traditional Greek tavernas, shopping, and fab nightlife along the main strip. Other key attractions in the area that are definitely worth a visit include the Blue Caves, and famous beaches such as Tsilivi Beach and Agios Nikolaos Beach.


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This is a stream / river with water-crowfoot in Jutland, Denmark (Holme Å) running through a meadow.
It's oil pastel on Saunders Waterford HP 12'' x 9'' (31 x 23 cm). This time I used both Sennelier and Caran d'Ache. The Sennelier's seemed best for laying the ground, because they're easy to smooth out with the fingers. But the Caran d'ache are indispensable for details! I used a clay shaper for smoothing out details.


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CMS_STR_INS_COVER_DATA is an SAP Structure so does not store data like a database table does but can be used to process "Insurance cover" Information within sap ABAP programs. This is done by declaring abap internal tables, work areas or database tables based on this Structure. These can then be used to store and process the required data appropriately.
i.e. DATA: wa_CMS_STR_INS_COVER_DATA TYPE CMS_STR_INS_COVER_DATA .
Below is the documentation avaialable and full details of the fields which make up this Structure.
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|SCOPE_INS_COVER||CMS_DTE_INS_COVER||CHAR||6||not used -> package has to be changed CMS_OMS_INS|
CMS_STR_INS_COVER_DATA - Insurance cover CMS_STR_INS_COMMON_MAP_CRT - Insurance common data CMS_STR_INS_COMMON_DATA - Insurance common data CMS_STR_INS_BP_MLT_MAP - Business partners for multiple insurance policies CMS_STR_INS_BP_MAP - Structure of business partners for insurance policy CMS_STR_INS_BP_DESC - Insurance - BuPa Description Data (Screen)

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(QNO) - Hoi An ranked 7th of the World’s Top 15 cities by the Travel & Leisure magazine with the total score of 90.31. San Miguel de Allende city (Mexico) – a UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage hangs on top of the list for the first time.
|A corner of Hoi An Ancient Town (Photo: Q.T)|
On the list of 2017’s top urban destinations, some cities endure their attraction to visitors and readers besides newcomers. According to the magazine, almost all of the cities are pedestrian- friendly with ample green space, and have a well-preserved rich history of development.
Especially, Asia continues proving its attraction toward visitors with 6 other cities on the list including Chiang Mai (Thailand), Kyoto (Japan), Ubud (Indonesia), Luang Prabang (Laos), Siem Reap (Cambodia), and Udaipar (India).


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