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LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: LeapSchool Reading
Pros: This game has a fun premise, lots of games, and solid goals to encourage engagement.
Cons: It isn't just about reading, and there is some repetition in the activities based on hobbies.
Bottom Line: A combination of reading games and activities based on hobbies fill this engaging title about building a yearbook.
Offer LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: LeapSchool Reading as an option for indoor recess, stations, or quiet time. Kids will get the most out of this title if they have their own profile on the LeapFrog device to track their progress. In addition to reinforcing reading skills, you can use this to talk about how we're different and alike. Try making your own class yearbook with a page or two for each child to share his or her interests. If kids are curious about any of the skills/hobbies, bring them into the classroom or onto the playground. They can try taking pictures, hammer in nails, and host a stargazing night.
LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: LeapSchool Reading is a game that helps reinforce early reading skills. The game teaches a variety of early reading skills including rhyming words, word recognition, and homonyms. Kids will also be introduced to additional concepts in areas like chemistry, nature, and astronomy. Many of the mini-games require kids to sort objects.
Kids are introduced to 26 characters -- the students of LeapSchool. Each of the students has a favorite hobby or interest, including soccer, astronomy, cooking, and horses. Kids will help the students by completing quests and playing mini-games. About half of the 26 games focus on reading, the rest on hobbies and other skills. The reading games may involve finding the correct spelling of a word or filling in the missing blanks. Some of the games may help kids develop the fine motor skills needed for clear handwriting. Kids slice a board in half, flick apples to feed a horse, and tickle a hamster (whack-a-mole style). Once kids have unlocked a game, they can return to play it whenever they like. As kids progress through the story portion of the game, they also unlock yearbook pages for each of the students. The end goal is to have a complete yearbook for LeapSchool.
There's no doubt this is a fun title with a lot of different activities. In addition to learning reading skills, kids will also learn about the hobbies of 26 other students. Some of these include astronomy, chemistry, and nature. You may want to encourage kids to play through the full title before returning to replay mini-games, so that they get the full scope of the title. Once the games are unlocked, you can direct kids to the games that focus on the areas they need to work on. It's also important to know that kids can complete the games even if they haven't mastered the skills behind them.
The students are a diverse lot, and kids will likely find someone they can relate to. In addition to the mini-games, kids will need to use their observation skills to find hidden objects and a touch of creativity to help complete the yearbook.

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Fire Mission The 175mm speaks, The earth trembles. Photo by Earle Smith, 6th Battalion, 14th Artillery Regiment, RVN 1967-68.
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Original version: Collection with various creators donated by Bernie Weisz; Archival digital version: SLCC Digital Archives. IN COPYRIGHT.
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Please join me in congratulating Daniel Olson, professor of sociology, for having concluded a year as president of the Association for the Sociology of Religion with his presidential address at the organization’s annual meetings in Philadelphia.
The title of Dan’s address was “The Influence of Your Neighbors’ Religions on You, Your Attitudes and Behaviors, and Your Community.” It highlighted research Dan conducted with graduate student Joey Marshall showing that the types of religious groups concentrated in a geographic area (for example, the percent Catholic) influence the behavior and attitudes of all people living there. Even after controlling for characteristics of the geographic areas (characteristics such as poverty levels, education levels, residential segregation, etc.), the religious composition of an area impacts trends in divorce, teen pregnancy, crime, mortality, and other important outcomes.
Dan’s address will be published in the journal, Sociology of Religion.
Congratulations, Professor Olson!
David A. Reingold
Justin S. Morrill Dean
College of Liberal Arts
Since my introduction to Purdue Liberal Arts, I have been impressed by the depth and volume of accomplishment among members of the faculty and staff. To that end, this series will celebrate the achievements of our colleagues. When one of us earns recognition, it reflects positively upon each individual, each department, the whole of the College, and the entirety of the University. Collectively, we all benefit from the success of our colleagues, and here, together, we will celebrate the accolades that move this College to new heights of excellence.
- David A. Reingold, Justin S. Morrill Dean of Liberal Arts

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Civilians killed in northern Syria marketplace missile attack
At least 14 civilians were killed in a rocket attack in the town of al-Bab in northern Syria. Dozens others were injured according to the opposition’s Syrian Civil Defense. The town is held by Turkey-backed opposition fighters and the attack came days after an air attack killed Syrian troops and United States- backed Kurdish fighters in Aleppo. That attack was blamed on Turkey by the Syrian government.
The attack on Friday is said to have been carried out by Syrian government forces in retaliation for the Turkish raid. The attack killed at least 14 and injured 38. In recent months, Turkey has threatened to carry out operations against US-backed Kurdish forces that it labels as terrorist groups. Shelling and air attacks in Syria are not uncommon, although fighting has waned over the past few years. The conflict in Syria began in March of 2011.


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The blog of children's book author and illustrator Don Tate II
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
Okay, I hope this cartoon won't land me in trouble. I'm not making a political statement. Nor am I revealing here my support for either campaign. I'm simply demonstrating my ability to create a likeness. Can you guess who?

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As Putin continues to amass troops near the Ukrainian border, Britain and Germany have announced that they will deploy hundreds of troops to Poland and Lithuania respectively. The announcements from London and Berlin follow Washington’s decision to send 1,700 paratroopers of the US 82nd Airborne Division to Poland, 300 members of the XVIIIth Airborne Corps to Germany, and to redeploy a 1000-strong Stryker squadron from Germany to Romania.
On February 7th, the United Kingdom announced that it is sending 350 troops from the Royal Marines’ 45 Commando to Poland. The commandos were scheduled to deploy to Norway for routine exercises before the decision was made public by British defense minister Ben Wallace. Statements by Wallace’s Polish counterpart Mariusz Błaszczak indicate that Poland would like the British reinforcements to be deployed east of the Vistula “as soon as possible”.
The Polish defense ministry quoted Wallace as saying:
“I would like to thank Poland and the Baltic states that, together with Great Britain, they decided to make a joint effort to increase solidarity towards Ukraine, to cooperate with Ukraine, not only to talk about it, but also to act, for example through joint exercises, trainings or weapons delivery. In this spirit of solidarity, in order for us to face these challenges together, I would like to announce that Great Britain will send 350 additional troops to Poland, as a part of bilateral cooperation, in order to show our strong cooperation at the same time, but also to send a clear and decisive signal against a potential aggressor.”
The deployment will bring the strength of British forces in Poland up to 600. Of the 250 British soldiers currently in Poland, 100 are engineers assisting Polish forces on the border with Belarus while 150 are members of a US-led international NATO unit. The United Kingdom is reportedly also considering bolstering its presence in the Baltic states; 900 British soldiers are already stationed in Estonia. The British units making up the battlegroup normally rotate every six months but there are plans for the current British battlegroup to remain in Estonia after its replacement has arrived – further bolstering NATO presence.
On the same day, Berlin announced its own deployment to the East. In the coming days, Germany will send an additional 350 soldiers to Lithuania where they will join the 500 German soldiers who are currently stationed in the country as part of a NATO battlegroup.
Germany has faced significant pressure over its decision not to allow Lithuania to send German-made antitank weapons to Ukraine as military aid; the country’s government was also widely mocked for its offer to send 5,000 helmets to Ukraine. By moving troops to Lithuania, Germany likely hopes to improve the image its response to the Ukraine crisis has generated so far. However, Germany continues to stand firm by its policy of not sending weapons to Ukraine.

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"Erondu" is a portrait painting for Jared Erondu. Jared commissioned a monotone piece. Originally I planned on painting it monotone but thought I'd have some fun with an old-school color theme first then drop it back to monotone for him. I've provided both to him so he can choose which one he wants to use in whatever his final application will be.
I kept this piece really loose with no real blending at all; just overlaying brush work. I really didn't want it to be photo-realistic, even though it's close at small sizes. As you can see from the above slice of the full size painting, the brush work is meticulously placed but not as tight as some of my other paintings and not blended.
For those interested, the only brush I really used for this was the stock Acrylic Captured Bristle brush in painter 12. Sometimes varying the opacity and resaturation of it. It's a lot of fun to limit yourself to one (or two) brushes in a project, much like photographers limiting themselves to one lens.

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Francesca Musnicki - Violinist | Milan - London, Italy
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Francesca plays a stunning acrylic 5-strings Equester violin, which, powered with led light, gives to her performances not just the strenght of the music but even something unusual to watch at. The other violin she uses, a black 5-strings Cantini uses the midi-tecnology which allows her to create other sounds from her violin. Over this perfect mix between an Absolute-Classical instrument and the new tecnologies, Francesca has also classical repertoire for soloist violin, duo (piano & violin or strings duo), trio and quartetto.
Francesca Musnicki started her violin practice as a 4 years old child.
She achieved great skills that allowed her to start her concert activities in her teenage years, facing totally different music generes, from classical music to dance and house music.
She played for several italian national radios and TV, and performing with some of the most popular italian singers (Claudio Baglioni, Ivana Spagna, Andrea Bocelli above all).
She developed her personal style of improvisation on electric violin and pedal effects, playing for clubs (Hollywood Rythmoteque, Just Cavalli Café, Alcatraz Milan ... o, La Capannina di Forte dei Marmi), art galleries and haute cuture’s events through Switzerland, Italy, Principality of Monaco, Sweden, Poland, Iraq and Azerbaijan.
Francesca also composes music for violin, tecno machine, pedal effects and loop station.
Since the age of 18 she teaches violin in private and public music schools.
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- California Mental Health Resources
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- The Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has dedicated information related to coping with stress during infectious disease outbreaks.
- Head Space is offering free supportive meditations to help cope with stress during this time.
- Pure Edge, Inc. offers a series of videos that focus on the mind and body during this challenging time.
- The Children's Institute offers resources for social and emotional health specifically for children.
Specific resources available to teaching staff (MCSIG members)
- METLIFE/LIFEWORKS:EAP counselors are available 24/7. To see a complete list of available benefits, please refer to the attached flyer. Employees and their family may also access the MetLife website for valuable resources, including a COVID-19 Toolkit. Log on to lifeworks.com/ and enter the following username: metlifeeap and password: eap.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets have misplaced quite a lot of expertise for the reason that offseason by means of trades and accidents. A few of the gamers the crew misplaced are former captain Nick Foligno, veteran Boone Jenner, and former defenseman David Savard.
Whereas the lack of expertise and management has been disastrous for the crew (who are actually on a seven-game skid), it has been nice for gamers who’ve been ready for a chance to showcase their expertise.
Half one of many sequence discussing gamers profiting from this chance will probably be taking a look at three of the longer term stars for the Blue Jackets. We discover what they’ve performed for the crew and what it means for the way forward for the group.
Blue Jackets’ Younger Distinction Makers
For the younger participant class, this piece will probably be taking a look at three gamers who’ve performed lower than 50 video games for the Blue Jackets and have made a distinction within the final six video games (the video games after Foligno and Savard’s final recreation for Columbus). These gamers are Jack Roslovic, Josh Dunne, and Kole Sherwood.
For the reason that Blue Jackets traded Pierre-Luc Dubois for Patrik Laine and Roslovic in January, Roslovic surprisingly turned probably the most constant piece of the commerce. He has been a stable addition for the Blue Jackets, however he has turn into even higher up to now six video games.
In these video games, Roslovic has had two goals and one assist. Included in these objectives was one on the ability play in Columbus’ final recreation. He additionally gained the faceoff to begin that energy play, permitting the setup that made that objective potential. He has also had seven scoring chances for (SCF), two thought-about excessive hazard probabilities for (HDCF).
When Roslovic has been on the ice this season, the Blue Jackets have had Corsi for proportion (CF%) of 48.7%, that means that Columbus took 48.7 % of shot makes an attempt within the recreation. Within the final six, that has risen to 55.31%, that means that over 50 % of shot makes an attempt have been for Columbus when he was on the ice.
It’s clear that Roslovic is utilizing this chance to assist the crew and cement his place on the roster.
One other younger participant making a distinction is Dunne.
He could not have any objectives, however that’s to not say he hasn’t come shut in his 4 video games with the Blue Jackets this season. In these contests, Dunne has 5 scoring SCF, and all of them have been HDCF. The closest was a wrap-around try Monday that Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was simply capable of cease. The crew has additionally had a CF% of 52.7% when he’s on the ice.
Dunne has additionally been prepared to place his physique on the road for the sake of the crew. In his 4 video games, he has eight hits and four blocked shots.
Whereas this four-game pattern is small, it reveals that Dunne has the potential to be an offensive weapon and a bodily participant for the Blue Jackets.
The final of the younger expertise that has been noticeable since being given a chance is Sherwood.
Sherwood recorded his first NHL point against the Chicago Blackhawks on April 12 with a secondary help on a Stefan Matteau objective. He has additionally come near many extra factors. He has four SCF and three HDCF. In his 5 video games, the Blue Jackets even have a CF% of 55%.
Sherwood has additionally made a distinction in terms of physicality. Within the video games he has performed, he has recorded 19 hits and has solely taken eight hits.
He additionally has introduced power when his crew has wanted it probably the most in Tuesday’s 5-1 loss to the Panthers. After Panthers heart Sam Bennett scored, placing the Blue Jackets down 3-1, Sherwood dropped his gloves with Florida left wing Ryan Lomberg off the faceoff.
Sherwood has proven he’s prepared to test and play arduous to grind out factors and convey the damage, even whether it is on the expense of his personal physique.
The Blue Jackets Have a Shiny Future
If these younger gamers have confirmed something with the chance they’ve been given, it’s that they’re prepared to play arduous for the crew and have the flexibility to be offensive weapons. Regardless of how dangerous the Blue Jackets have appeared of their final six video games, many proficient gamers nonetheless exist on the roster and put the crew in a very good place. These gamers have proven that the group has a really brilliant future.
My identify is Cody Chalfan and I’m presently a pupil at Ohio State and I’m finding out journalism. With my journalism diploma I hope to turn into a full time sports activities author, hopefully masking Buckeye soccer and Blue Jackets hockey in my hometown of Columbus, Ohio.

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ARM-UCL Internet of Things (IoT) competition
Congratulations to Team Vortex, comprised of students from across UCL Engineering, who have won a £5000 loan towards setting up a new business related to treating the medical condition Anaphylaxis resulting from extreme allergies. Their prize includes mentoring from UCL Advances and ARM and business incubation space in the Hatchery. Their product, an innovative autoinjector connected to the internet, was deemed by the judges at a Dragon’s Den style final hosted by IdeaLondon to be very exciting with real investment potential. The winning team comprised Mechanical, Electronic and Electrical (EEE) and Computer Science (CS) students.
The runner up team, Team Internet of Today, comprising EEE and CS students, won £2000 towards purchasing components to produce a working demonstrator to be set up at UCL for investors to see in action plus mentoring support from wireless sensor experts in the department. Their product is a similar device to an i-beacon and has applications in a range of sectors, ranging from museums to retail and supermarkets.
A total of 10 teams took part in the hackathon competition to develop a proof of concept device related to the internet of things over a period of three months. The judges were Professor Izzat Darwazeh from Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Professor Steve Hailes from Computer Science, Lillian Shapiro from UCL Advances and Crispin Semmens from ARM.
Zhibo Su, a Mechanical Engineering student representing Team Vortex said “I think this has been a really amazing learning journey for us. We started off without much technical background in the internet of things but through the support and funding from ARM/UCL, we have learnt quite a lot about it and have built a product we have to patent. We really look forward into making use of this fantastic chance to startup a company with the funding and mentoring support available. Thank you to UCL and ARM.“
Chair of the judges and Director of the Breakthrough Information Technology Exchange (BITE) which funded the competition, Professor Izzat Darwazeh said “All the judges were most impressed with the quality of the winning teams comprising students from across UCL Engineering, both undergraduate and postgraduate. We are excited at the potential of both products and will ensure the teams receive mentoring in both further technology development and entrepreneurship, in partnership with UCL and ARM.“
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Art that a Human do Without a Machine,
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Developed in CMU's Digital Fabrication Lab
Here's a 3 min video that explains the project in a more exciting way.
This was a group project in CMU's 16-455 Human Machine Virtuosity IDEATE class.
Our project aimed to discover and analyze the gestural aesthetic of graffiti and its translation into a robotic and technical system. Our goal was to augment and extend, but not replace, the craft of graffiti using a robotic system. With the capabilities of the robot, we explored and found artistic spaces that were beyond the reach of human interaction but still carried heavy influences from the original artist. We were able to modify the artist’s aesthetic and tag to create a new art piece that was developed programmed through Grasshopper.
Our goals were to be able to utilize the robot's capabilities to create something that an artist would not be able to make. We were able to take advantage of the reach and scale of the robot, specifically the track on which it could slide up and down. By programming transformations, each letter was able to be perfectly replicated multiple times but in positions that would have been impossible for the artist do complete.
Ultimately, we ended up sticking with simple modifications for the sake of time and producing a successful end piece for the show. We were able to take each letter and apply a transformation to it via Grasshopper. A large part of getting to this process was physically making the hardware work (the spray tool and canvases) as well as the programming in Python. If taken further, we would ideally like to create more intricate and complex transformations give the amount of area and space that we have with the robot.
The programming side was a bit more complicated and we were able to successfully program the robot to spray the desired outcomes. Some of our challenges included the robot arm being constrained in specific angles and distances, but we were able to remedy most of that by turning the plane 90 degrees, and using the wall that runs the length of the track. We were unable to test all the initial transformations that we had managed to program due to time but those would be included in any future considerations.
We were able to successfully make the robot spray an artist's tag to pretty much 100% accuracy. At the final show, one of the graffiti artists commented that it looked exactly like what he would do and wasn't sure if he would recognize this tag as being sprayed by the robot. The hardware was something we nailed down in the first half of the semester, with some fine tuning along the way (nozzle type, distance from canvas, etc.).


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Type SMJ and SNJ Series diaphragm seals are flow thru type seals designed for pressure measurement applications involving jacketed pipelines where heated process fluids are used.
Theses diaphragm seals have slip-on flanges for ease of installation and alignment. Socket weld jacket connections are included for field installation.
The SMJ model is butt welded directly into the customer’s jacketed pipeline, whereas the SNJ includes a flange. Type SMJ and SNJ seals are continuous duty and feature a welded diaphragm seal design with the diaphragm welded directly onto the instrument housing.
The interior of the diaphragm top is contoured to fit the movement of the diaphragm at maximum allowable deflection. This minimizes distortion. A filling screw is provided standard.
SMJ and SNJ jacketed seals are available with 316 ELC stainless steel diaphragms and exposed parts. Other materials are available.
Jacket pipe, connections, and flanges are Schedule 40 carbon steel. Standard seals are furnished with ANSI Class 150 or 300 flanges.
The SMJ operating pressure is flange dependent. The SMJ seal pressure rating conforms to the Schedule 40 process pipe rating of 1500 psig at 100°F (103 bar at 38°C).
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Does the City pay for basic life insurance for employees?
The City pays for $10,000 term life insurance group policy for only Management, Confidential, Professional and Supervisory employees.
May I purchase voluntary supplemental group term life insurance?
Yes. Full time employees may purchase supplemental life insurance. If you apply outside of your initial eligibility period (during the annual open enrollment period) coverage is subject to evidence of insurability and approval from the life insurance provider. Spouse and children options are available. The premium is age based. Coverage reduces to 65% at age 70.
Group supplemental life insurance includes benefits for accidental death and dismemberment and accelerated death benefits payable to the terminally ill.
May I update my life insurance beneficiary?
Yes; if you are enrolled for life insurance, you are strongly encouraged to review your beneficiaries and update, if necessary, when you experience a change in status such as divorce, marriage and any other changes. You are also encouraged to list contingent/secondary beneficiaries in the event the primary beneficiary(ies) predeceases you. You may change your life insurance beneficiaries at any time by completing the life insurance beneficiary form available on the Benefits webpage.
Where may I find more information on life insurance benefits and provisions?
Review the Standard certificates of coverage on the Benefits webpage or contact Standard toll free at 1-888-937-4783.

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YouTube Invests $25 Million to Promote ‘Authoritative’ News Ahead of U.S. Midterm Elections
Facebook and Twitter may have gotten the bulk of the blame for promoting fake news ahead of the 2016 presidential election — and as a result, they’ve lost a bit of confidence from users. But YouTube, which is owned by Google parent company Alphabet, has also endured criticism for its algorithms that promote conspiracy theorist and extremist videos. And now the video sharing service is dropping $25 million to promote what it calls “authoritative” news videos, according to the Financial Times.
The decision comes ahead of the 2018 U.S. midterm elections, a time when other social media sites are under scrutiny for potentially impacting political outcomes fueled by false information.
In the coming weeks, YouTube will unveil the new features that will promote high-quality content, though the company won’t necessarily delete problematic content outright. “We want users to make decisions for themselves,” YouTube’s chief product officer Neal Mohan said at a press conference. But during breaking news events, for example, YouTube will insert text article links into user feeds in addition to videos, as a way to accommodate how long it can take to produce video content versus text articles.
Improving its news coverage isn’t the only thing YouTube is hard at work on. The video streaming site has also been working on a revamped music streaming service this year, with help from hip-hop star Cardi B.


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“Water and sanitation are a vital public health service, and Labour does not believe increasing commercialisation of the retail part of the industry will improve water quality or safety,” shadow minister for flooding and coastal communities Sue Hayman told Utility Week. “As we have seen with other utilities, risk and confusion puts the onus on residents to choose which tariff is right for them.”
She pointed to a Public Accounts Committee report, which identified that customers are paying too much for their water, but said there is “no evidence” that commercialisation is the solution.
“Customers fear inflated prices from companies seeking a profit out of being in the market place for water services, and fear the risk of downward pressure on providers over the standards of service,” she said.
“Ofwat claim this move will improve customer services, but this has not been the experience of the public where commercialisation has been extended to other utilities. Water and sanitation is too important to turn into a market – that is why Labour opposes these measures.”
The idea of domestic competition was mooted by former chancellor George Osborne in a shock announcement as part of his 2015 autumn statement. In a document published in November 2015, the Treasury outlined plans to introduce competition into the sector as early as 2020, in an effort to “get a better deal for consumers”.
However, since the original announcement government has gone quiet on the issue, leading the industry to speculate that it may be stepping back from domestic reform.
Liberal Democrat peer Lord Rupert Redesdale, also chair and acting chief executive of The Water Retail Company, a new entrant in the non-domestic water market, told Utility Week he believes government should put its plans on hold, because of problems that could arise for vulnerable customers.
“People need water and, if they can’t afford it, this creates potentially huge bad debt problems for companies, which can be written in if they’re monopolistic water companies,” he said.
Water regulator Ofwat was asked to carry out a cost-benefit analysis of domestic competition. It published its final findings in September 2016, and sent them to the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) for consideration.
At the time, a spokesperson for Defra told Utility Week: “Introducing competition to the household water market is clearly a complex issue and something that needs careful consideration. We will now consider the report.”
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HATTIESBURG,MS (WDAM) - 19-year-old Kelsey Jackson is a bullying survivor. Tuesday morning she and her mother spoke to this room of teachers, school officials and other professions about bullying.
"When it first started it was really the psychological intimidation. The behind your back. The rolling your eyes. Not including me. I never really got to sit at the lunch table. Go to birthday parties. Spend the night parties. Things like that," said Jackson.
What made matters worse, the bullying was initiated by a friend, who turned against her. Jackson says things got so bad it affected her physically.
"I would cry myself to sleep every night. I would cry before I had to go to school every morning. It got to the point where I would actually get physically sick before I had to got to school," said Jackson.
During the lecture, Kelsey's mother, Jennifer Jackson explained female bullying as being different from boys. Jackson says Kelsey opened up to a teacher before she told her parents. The teacher didn't believe her because the bully was a popular girl in school.
"Her teacher said it couldn't be her she is my best student. So, it is a very very tough thing to go through, because its hard hard to find the source of female bullying," said Jennifer Jackson.
Kelsey said after telling her parents and bringing the matter to school administrators nothing was done. Jackson and her family saw only one way out.
"I decided that it was best to leave school and get away from those girls," said Kelsey Jackson.
After transferring schools in the 9th grade, Jackson and her mother decided to bring awareness to female bullying. Kelsey started a program called "Mean Girls Aren't Cool."
"Me and my mom started a program where I can go speak to girls about this, and let them know what is going on. Let them know how to handle it because I have been through it," said Jackson.
Jackson says through this program she has helped victims, those who bully, and professionals like these people to recognized the signs and stop it.
"I am really glad this actually happened. I thanked the girls that did this to me, because if it weren't for them I wouldn't be doing this program, speaking to other girls and trying to help. I really think I came out on the upper end of the situation, " said Jackson.


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Bennet, Nebraska Population, Schools and Places of Interest
According to ALLCITYCODES.COM, Bennet, Nebraska is a small town located in the south-central part of the state. It is bordered by several cities and towns, each providing its own unique attractions and experiences.
To the north lies Lincoln, Nebraska’s capital city. Lincoln provides plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and entertainment. The city offers a variety of museums, art galleries, and historic sites to explore, as well as shopping centers, restaurants, and parks.
To the east lies Beatrice, a small town with a big heart. Beatrice has plenty to offer visitors such as historical sites like the Homestead National Monument of America or the Gage County Historical Museum. Beatrice also has several parks that are perfect for outdoor activities such as fishing or camping.
To the south lies Crete, a charming small town with plenty of attractions for visitors to explore. Crete has an array of restaurants that serve up delicious local cuisine as well as several shopping centers where visitors can find unique items from local businesses. Additionally, Crete is home to Doane University which provides plenty of cultural events throughout the year like plays or concerts at their theater or music hall.
Finally, to the west lies Wahoo which is known for its vibrant downtown area filled with shops and restaurants that provide visitors with an array of options when it comes to dining and entertainment. The city also hosts several festivals throughout the year such as their annual Harvest Festival in September or their Christmas Festival in December which is sure to put anyone in a festive mood!
Overall, Bennet’s bordering cities and towns provide plenty of opportunities for exploration! Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities or cultural experiences there’s something nearby that will make your visit memorable!
Population of Bennet, Nebraska
Bennet, Nebraska is a small town located in the south-central part of the state. According to the most recent census, Bennet has a population of just over 1,000 people. The population is largely homogenous with nearly 90% of residents identifying as Caucasian. The remaining 10% of the population is made up of African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, and Native American individuals.
Bennet’s population is also quite young with nearly half (48%) being under the age of 18. The median age in Bennet is 33.3 years old with a gender ratio of almost equal males and females (50.2% female and 49.8% male).
The majority of residents in Bennet are employed in blue-collar professions such as farming or manufacturing while only a small percentage (5%) are employed in professional or managerial positions. Additionally, there are many retirees living in Bennet as it is considered to be a great place to retire due to its low cost of living and peaceful atmosphere.
Bennet’s population has remained relatively stable over the past few years but there has been an increase in new residents moving into town from nearby cities looking for more affordable housing options or a quieter lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Overall, Bennet is an inviting community that offers its residents plenty of opportunities for growth and exploration! Whether you’re looking for employment opportunities or just want to relax and enjoy nature, Bennet has something for everyone!
Schools and Education in Bennet, Nebraska
According to TOPPHARMACYSCHOOLS, Bennet, Nebraska is served by the Bennet Public Schools District. The district includes one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. All of the schools are accredited by the Nebraska Department of Education and offer a comprehensive education to students in grades K-12.
The elementary school in Bennet offers students a wide variety of classes including reading, writing, math, science, social studies, art, music, physical education and more. Additionally, the school provides an after-school program for students who need extra help or just want to participate in fun activities like sports or clubs.
At the middle school level there are more specialized classes such as language arts and foreign languages as well as electives like art history and computer programming. The high school offers a range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses for those interested in pursuing higher education after graduation.
In addition to providing quality academic instruction to its students Bennet Public Schools also values extracurricular activities such as sports teams and clubs which allow students to develop leadership skills and learn how to work together towards common goals.
Bennet is also home to several private schools which provide religious instruction or alternative educational options for those looking for something different than what’s offered at public schools.
Overall, Bennet has an excellent education system that provides students with the tools they need to succeed both academically and socially! Whether you’re looking for public or private options there’s sure to be something that meets your needs!
Places of Interest in Bennet, Nebraska
Bennet, Nebraska has a variety of attractions for visitors and locals alike to explore. From outdoor activities to cultural destinations, Bennet has something for everyone.
For those looking for a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors, Bennet offers several parks and trails for hiking, biking and bird watching. The city also boasts several golf courses with stunning views of the countryside. For even more outdoor fun, visitors can take a short drive to nearby areas like the Platte River State Park or Eugene T. Mahoney State Park where they can enjoy swimming, fishing and boating activities.
Cultural attractions in Bennet include the Plum Creek Museum which houses artifacts from local history as well as art galleries showcasing work from local artists. There are also several festivals throughout the year such as the annual Cornhusker Festival which celebrates Nebraska’s agricultural heritage with carnival rides, live music and food vendors.
For those looking to explore beyond Bennet’s borders there are plenty of options nearby including historic sites like Fort Atkinson State Historical Park or Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium which is one of the largest in the world.
Overall, Bennet is an ideal destination for travelers looking for a mix of outdoor recreation and cultural experiences! With its variety of attractions it’s sure to have something that will please everyone!


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Who doesn’t love a good Disney movie from time to time? Whether it is a classic like Snow White or Cinderella, or something new like Big Hero 6 or Pete’s Dragon, Disney films will always please you. People who are head over heels for Disney movies will know that there are hidden secrets and meanings to the stories, and Disney likes to recycle characters, scenes, and animations throughout the years. For instance, the Pizza Planet truck from Toy Story makes an appearance in many films, such as Finding Nemo, and Wall-E. And what about the voice of Hamm in Toy Story? This voice actor is getting continuous work from Disney and Pixar studios, as he has also voiced P.T. Flea, The Abominable Snowman, The Underminer, Mack the Truck, Fritz, and the school of moonfish from Finding Nemo...and a bunch of other stuff. His name is John Ratzenberger if you want to look him up.
Today we are focusing on the 15 Disney Movie Easter Eggs You’ve Never Noticed. Everyone knows about the Pizza Planet truck, but what about the more subtle things, like character cameos in the crowded streets of other films? Here are some examples of hidden Mickeys, Disney princesses, and much more. These secrets are going to blow your socks off and get you in the mood to have a Disney-watching movie marathon this weekend! We don’t judge, so snuggle up with a bowl or two of popcorn and get ready to re-watch your fave Disney classics again!
15 Chilly Monsters
In the film Frozen, we can find a lot of hidden Disney Easter eggs. If you can pry your attention away from “Let It Go” and the sought-after Elsa braid, then you might notice some of them. One of these Easter eggs is in Oaken the shopkeeper’s store. If you look closely you can spot some wooden figurines on Oaken’s counter while he holds up a block of wood. Divert your eyes to the figurines and you might make out the shape of Mike Wazowski from Monsters, Inc. This Easter egg might be a bit confusing because we don’t know what time period Monsters, Inc. was from, nor do we really know the time frame of the Frozen storyline. So did these two stories coexist together? Did Monsters, Inc. come before Frozen? Or are the Disney movies their own separate universes, with animators simply sticking Easter eggs in for fun?
14 All Hail King Triton
It looks like King Triton isn’t a ruler only under the sea, he has the city of New Orleans wrapped around his finger! In The Princess and the Frog, there is a scene in which a big Mardi Gras parade is taking place. What fun! The floats, the streamers, the costumes, the music...it’s quite a display. Pay attention and you will realize that the big float portraying a merman king is actually King Triton from The Little Mermaid. The realistic looking King of the sea appears in all his glory with his flowing white beard, his shiny crown, and his long and heavy trident. It’s an impressive sight to behold, and one that we were surprised to see in The Princess and the Frog. Perhaps it was to commemorate the 20th anniversary of The Little Mermaid, which came out in 1989. Wow, has it been that long already?! Sheesh.
13 Asian Invasion
The film Lilo and Stitch was a huge hit, and it was something new and exciting for Disney. The film is set in the beautiful Hawaii, and the art was created in a painterly style that resembled lovely watercolors. Plus, the characters were lovable right from the start: a little girl outcast and an alien creature with super strength. Anyway, Lilo and Stitch was full of adventure and laughs, and it really introduced us to the Hawaiian culture, such as the word ohana, which means family. Yet the culture of Hawaii wasn’t the only thing that was referenced in Lilo and Stitch. Look closely at the town that Lilo lives in. If you pay attention during the scenes that show an aerial view of the street, you can spot a Chinese food place called Mulan Wok. Hmm, we wonder who that would be referring to? Could it be the heroine of another classic Disney film, Mulan?
12 They Killed Scar!
That famed Nemean Lion that makes an appearance as a throw rug in Hercules is Scar from The Lion King. How messed up is that? Maybe Zazu had a role to play in this. There is a scene in The Lion King in which Zazu tells Mufasa that Scar would make an excellent throw rug. Of course, he can be assumed to be joking about that, but was he really? In Hercules, we see the main character throw a slain lion on the floor before Phil’s feet. It is an exact replica of Scar. Some people have tried to piece together the timeline because Hercules takes place in ancient Greece and The Lion King doesn’t really have a time period, but it takes place in Africa. Anyway, why would the Greeks be dealing with lions? They aren’t in Greece, are they?! Looks like the animators were just having fun with this one.
11 A Tale of Two Princesses
The Disney Princesses are so famous that they have their own line of merchandise that rakes in millions of dollars each year. We have the classic beauties such as Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Ariel, and Snow White. Then there are more contemporary princesses like Rapunzel, Tiana, and Elsa. If you have watched Tangled, you may have noticed something strangely familiar about Rapunzel’s tower. In her room, you can spot a spinning wheel, and it looks very similar to the one that Princess Aurora pricked her finger on in Sleeping Beauty. It is, in fact, the exact same spinning wheel; the animators put it there to pay homage to another Disney princess. The Disney princesses make cameos in other ways too. Princess Aurora is on the street in Oliver and Company, and Mulan is featured on a poster in Lilo’s room. It is clear that Mulan would be a great role model for Lilo!
10 We Found Nemo!
2003 was a big year for Disney and Pixar. Finding Nemo was a smash hit and was released in May, while Brother Bear came out in October of the same year. And the two of them had some things in common, sort of. If you watch Brother Bear and pay attention during the scene in which Kenai is getting into the salmon fishing, you can see a wave of fish pop up out of the water. Don’t blink or you’ll miss it: Nemo can be seen among the salmon, flopping about. His appearance is a bit different, given the differences in animation styles between Disney and Pixar, but it’s definitely him! Why else would a clownfish be hanging out in a river of salmon? It looks like Nemo has gone a long way from the waters of the Great Barrier reef in Australia. Brother Bear takes place in North America!
9 Frozen Friends
Odds are, you have seen Frozen - multiple times. It was one of the most successful Disney films of all time and it sparked a huge anthem that was sung around the world: “Let It Go.” Well, let’s see if you have noticed this Easter egg in Frozen! During the scene in which Elsa is celebrating her coronation, we can see that many people showed up to commemorate the event. If you look closely, you can see a couple that looks strikingly like Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. That’s because it really is them! Another couple that some people have spotted at the coronation include Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. Their appearance is a bit more fuzzy, but some viewers have determined that it really is them, which would make sense. Disney is all about that friendship stuff. It would be cute for all of these princesses to be together in support for Elsa.
8 Ill-Fated Doe
Remember the film Bambi? If that wasn’t a movie that made you cry your eyes out, then you might have a heart made of stone. The film dates all the way back to 1942 and was one of the first Disney feature films. It remains a classic, even though it had us bawling our eyes out. As most people know (and we’re sorry for any spoilers here), Bambi’s mom is hunted down and killed in the forest by a man. The whole story of Bambi is about how man is ruining nature, so it made sense for Disney to kill off a character that was near and dear to our hearts. Yet this poor doe was always doomed to be dead. She makes a cameo appearance in The Jungle Book, in which she is to fall prey to Shere Khan the tiger. Come on Disney! We can’t take much more of this. Let the poor doe live! Let her live!
7 Kermit the Frog
Kermit the Frog is a Muppet, and the Muppets are a creation of Jim Henson, who partnered with the Disney company. So technically the Muppets are Disney characters, even if they don’t really seem like it. In fact, the Muppets are in a world of their own, but they are adored by many! One of the most popular Muppets is Kermit the Frog, a cute little green guy with an undeniably cute voice. While frogs in real life would never be found in the depths of the ocean, Kermit the Frog seems to be an exception. In the film The Little Mermaid, we can see Kermit the Frog chilling among the crowd as King Triton makes his big appearance. You have to look closely, but if you try you will see that green frog sitting among all of the mermaids and mermen. It is a cute little Easter egg that Muppets fans will love.
6 Video Game References
In the film Wreck-It Ralph we can find a whole load of cameos, some of which might surprise you. After all, this is a Disney film, and they are a company that is very much separate from Nintendo. Yet Wreck-It Ralph features a group called Bad Guys Anonymous, in which we can find none other than Bowser from the Super Mario Brothers games! So, what was up with that? Well, when the Disney teams were working on the story, they wanted to have a group of villains from famous video games. While Mario himself is not a bad guy, Bowser is, so he was the perfect bulky guy to stick in there. Other cameos include Dr. Eggman, the orange ghost from Pac-Man, Shinobi, Zangief, M. Bison, and Neff. The main character of the film, Ralph, finds himself attending weekly meetings with the Bad Guys Anonymous group, in which they discuss the struggles of being villains.
5 Disney Foreshadowing
Animators usually like to sneak in hidden Easter eggs wherever they can, sometimes to refer back to a classic movie, scene, or character, and sometimes to foreshadow upcoming events or soon-to-be-released movies. In the film The Princess and the Frog, you can spot a copy of the fairy tale Rapunzel on a shelf in Charlotte’s room. The Princess and the Frog was the Disney movie that preceded Tangled, so this was a reference to Disney’s next feature film. Other references to films include the books in Rapunzel’s tower: Beauty and the Beast and Sleeping Beauty. And in the 1951 movie Alice in Wonderland, we can see the blue bird from Bambi. At least that creature survived. Speaking of Bambi, the title character’s mom makes an appearance in Beauty and the Beast. Now how could that be? We thought she died in Bambi! It must be that the Disney films take place in their own realities.
4 A Flash of the Past
In the not-so-popular Disney film Meet the Robinsons, there is a scene in which we are witnessing a baseball game. As the camera focuses on one scared little boy playing in the outfield, we can see some signs on the fence. One of them clearly says “Go Dinos” in an effort to support the team. Yet if you look more closely, you will notice that there are some poster images next to that sign. One of them is a movie poster for The Jungle Book and there is also a movie poster for Toy Story 2. Both of these films came out years before Meet the Robinsons (2007), which takes place in the unidentifiable future. How far into the future they are, we don’t know. But clearly there is still a lot of love for Disney in this futuristic decade, even for a film that first premiered in the 1960s.
3 Putting it All “Out There”
The Hunchback of Notre Dame came out in 1996, and it references some Disney films that preceded it a few years earlier. Plus, all of these references and cameos are revealed in the same scene! Check out The Hunchback of Notre Dame and play the scene in which they sing “Out There”. During this scene, you will spot some Easter eggs that will remind you of Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and The Lion King, Disney films that came out in the early 1990s. This scene gives us a look at the marketplace in Paris, France during King Louis’ reign. We can see the villagers selling their wares, purchasing goods, and roaming on the cobblestone streets. Yet look closer...do you see Belle from Beauty and the Beast? She is walking while reading a book. There is also a man trying to sell the magic carpet from Aladdin. And Pumbaa the warthog is there...dead on a spit.
2 That’s No Gargoyle!
The Hunchback of Notre Dame was a really interesting Disney movie because it took on a darker tone and was a more serious film that its predecessors (and successors). This movie told the story of Quasimodo, a social outcast who rings the bell towers while hiding his unsightly hunchback from others. He then comes across the mystical and beautiful gypsy Esmeralda, and the two develop a relationship. Gypsies, danger, and Gothic architecture take center stage in this film, which takes place in during the Middle Ages in Paris, France. So it would seem a bit odd to see a reference to the African savannah in this movie, wouldn’t it? Not if it’s a Disney film! In the scene in which Quasimodo is hanging off the side of the tower with Esmeralda in his arms, we can spot gargoyles on the ledge. Look closer because one of them isn’t a gargoyle at all; it’s a Pumbaa made of stone!
1 The Hidden Mickeys
Of course, Disney would not be Disney if they didn’t sneak in their iconic mascot in their films and theme parks. Mickey Mouse makes an appearance in various instances, such as during A Goofy Movie. In the scene where Max and Goofy are performing on stage with Powerline, there is a shot of the audience cheering them on. If you look closely, you can spot Mickey Mouse in the crowd enjoying himself and the sights. In Pinocchio, there is a chair in Geppetto's house that is shaped like Mickey’s head. In many underwater scenes in Disney films, you can spot bubbles that create Mickey heads. The 1977 film The Rescuers features a Mickey Mouse clock in the kitchen. Mickey Mouse heads also appear in shadows, treetops, and leaves. Pretty much anything can be a Mickey head and it starts to drive you crazy! Even in Tron, the simulation grid is shaped like a laughing Mickey head!


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Legendary New Age author Doreen Virtue is back with a new book which encourages us to get creative. Here she introduces the book to The Best You readers
It takes courage to be creative. I know from personal and professional experience, as I’ve been self-employed as an author and speaker since 1993. During that time I’ve learned a lot—including from making mistakes.
True creativity is channeling divine inspiration and expressing the infinite mind of God. Creativity is akin to patiently waiting for beautiful butterflies to flutter by and land upon your shoulder. Since I’ve taught intuition classes for over 20 years, I’ve also learned how to help people overcome fears and blocks to receptivity.
Yes, it takes courage to be creative, and I will hold your hand throughout the upcoming chapters to help you muster that courage. I’ve experienced and overcome each of the fears about being creative. After all, expressing yourself creatively means:
- Facing your deepest feelings and authentic truth, as they are the inspirations for your creativity
- Exposing your most vulnerable feelings publicly
- Sharing raw and real information about yourself, which may be embarrassing or unflattering
- Receiving criticism and ridicule from those who don’t resonate with your work
- Confronting the possibility of your work not selling or being commercially viable
- Isolating yourself while you work on your creative project
That’s why I admire creative folks. They’re real, they’re brave, and they’re healers in their own way, because when others relate to their painting, book, photograph, or other art form, those people know that they’re not alone… that someone else feels the same way.
If you’re drawn to a creative career or you feel guided to have creative hobbies, then you recognise that creativity is a calling that can’t be ignored. Even though you know the risks listed above, you’re also in touch with the compelling feelings driving you to create.
Some people think that creativity is the same as making things up and imagining things. Well, that’s only a small part of creativity. The larger part is being a mirror, reflecting how things are right now, and being a channel of authentic, raw emotions. Creativity is problem solving and inventing ways to meet needs and fix issues. For every risk associated with being creative, there are many more blessings.
All your efforts are rewarded when people tell you how your work has helped them, or you see your creative project making a positive difference. In early 2014, my Hay House editor, Alex Freemon ,suggested that I write a book about creativity. The idea intrigued me, as I always enjoyed teaching writers in my classes and seminars, at Hay House Writer’s Workshops, on AngelUniversity.com, and at the UCLA Writers’ Program. I also loved encouraging people to follow their purpose and passion.
But it’s one thing to have an idea, and another to know how to bring it to life. And that’s what this book is about: diving deep inside our feelings, including recognising and healing blocks to creativity and enjoying a full-time creative career.
When I began writing this book, I knew the basic concept was to discuss the process of creativity. I knew it would be about all forms of creativity, not just writing. To bring this book you’re now holding into being, I used the very creative process that I outline here and that I recommend for you. It’s one I’ve used for all of my creative products and services, and it works!
Some of the most creative people I’ve met are also the most sensitive. Their sensitivity makes them receptive to divinely inspired ideas. Yet, that same sensitivity makes them shy to reveal their ideas to others. In studying creative individuals’ processes, I find that creativity is one-half the ability to listen and be receptive, and one-half the courage to put the creative idea into action.
This is a book about both receptivity and courage. It’s about having the courage to be yourself , because the true you is highly creative. After all, you’re the creation of the creator, in whose image and likeness you were made. So, therefore, you are creative yourself.
Some people think that the word creativity applies only to writers, artists, musicians, and such. Actually, creativity is practical, with applications in business and daily life, including relationships, parenthood, health, and so forth. In its purest form, creativity is the outward expression of an inner voice, vision, or idea. That’s the type of memorable creativity that ends up on museum walls, on the radio, and in bookstores.
Yet, creativity for most people is more ‘ordinary,’ in an everyday sense. Practical creativity means the ability to solve problems in new and innovative ways. A study by the Institute of HeartMath found that highly successful people gave themselves permission to be intuitive and creative. They’d intuit future trends and creative ways to solve problems down the line (Tomasino 2007). Creativity can help you take your business to the next level, assist your child’s learning, increase your enjoyment of necessary activities like housework and exercise, and boost your self-confidence and happiness.
So, let’s get courageous and let’s get creative!


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Matthew Wolfstein’s review published on Letterboxd:
Out of all the films people associate with the name Rocky Balboa, the fourth installment of the franchise seems to be the standout. It also happens to be the most commercially successful due to the current tensions going on between the United States and USSR at the time, and would be the last directorial effort from Sylvester Stallone for the next twenty-one years. For those who have not seen the film, the plot is that Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren) arrives in the United States with his wife Ludmilla (Brigitte Nielsen) and a team of trainers from the Soviet Union and Cuba. His manager Nicolai Koloff (Michael Pataki) takes every opportunity to promote Drago's athleticism as a hallmark of Soviet superiority. Motivated by patriotism and an innate desire to prove himself, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers) challenges Drago to an exhibition bout. Rocky has reservations, but agrees to train Apollo despite his misgivings about the match; when it results in tragedy and the Soviets' cold indifference enrages him, Rocky decides to challenge Drago himself.
When rewatching this film, I noticed it's about forty percent montages. In fact there may be more montages than boxing going on in the film, even during moments that never warrant a montage. It feels comical but that is what made the film become ingrained in our popular culture since we always reference the montages; editors John W. Wheeler and Don Zimmerman did a great job making these scenes flow easily from one to the other. Bill Butler returns as cinematographer for the film and gives it a polished shine that reflects both America and Russia as the stage for the two boxing matches; the lighting and color choices are perfectly executed and helps heighten the drama even if we know how the film is going to end. Taking over music duties this time is Vince DiCola, who is probably better known for Transformers: The Movie (1986), going with a synthesizer approach while also including the songs "Burning Heart" by Survivor, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band's "Heart's on Fire" and "No Easy Way Out" by Robert Tepper. It's easily the most standout soundtrack of the Rocky films, and we even get a James Brown song titled "Living in America" thrown in for good measure. Stallone's writing is certainly not subtle since he makes Rocky become a literal Superman who represents America and its ideals, but his direction has improved and the final match near the end of the film is exciting as a result.
Dolph Lundgren is quite possibly the most intimidating opponent so far in the series even if he does not say many lines or have a distinct personality, but this would later open up many doors for the actor and he did a good job with the material he was given. Stallone still makes Rocky a likable character and while his final speech after the conclusion of the match feels like it took a cue from Rambo II (which also came out the same year), he nevertheless remains committed to the character he helped popularize. Talia Shire, Burt Young and Carl Weathers also return in their familiar roles but are going through the motions this time, and Stallone's future wife Brigitte Nielsen does not leave that huge of an impression as Drago's wife. Tony Burton, who I've yet to mention in previous Rocky reviews, returns as Apollo Creed's trainer and manager Duke and continues to be a wonderful supporting character that pushes Rocky to get ready for the upcoming match. Wyoming, Jackson Hole, and the Grand Teton National Park locations stand in for the exteriors of the Soviet Union and are wonderful to see in Blu-ray high definition.
Rocky IV may feel dated for some viewers (or maybe comes across relevant given the results of the 2016 election and the ongoing claims that Russia had a hand in it), but I really enjoyed the film and all of its cheesiness hence the four star rating I gave it. The general public at the time also thought the same thing, since this film remained the highest grossing sports movie for twenty-four years before it was overtaken by 2009's The Blind Side. It also remains the shortest entry with a runtime of 91 minutes so if you have time to spare and want to revisit the 80s, check out Rocky IV.


Decision on merger of two banks in Azerbaijan to be made in May
Baku, Azerbaijan, Apr. 26
By Anvar Mammadov - Trend:
Decision on merger of the Caucasus Development Bank and Atrabank, the licenses of which were revoked by the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA), has been postponed to May 10, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Caucasus Development Bank Eldar Ismayilov told Trend Apr. 26.
"Today, a session of the Court of Appeal on this issue was held, but the court postponed making decision to May 10," said Ismayilov without disclosing the details of the hearing.
The decision to merge the two banks was made by the Baku Administrative Economic Court No.1 February 19, and in connection with this decision, the license of one of the banks must be restored, however the CBA has filed an appeal against this decision.
The CBA revoked the licenses of the Caucasus Development Bank and Atrabank on Jan. 27 because their total capitals didn't correspond to the minimum requirement of 50 million manats.
The banks also couldn't fulfill obligations to creditors, CBA explained.


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During a Republican district convention in the suburban Twin Cities last month, Ali Jimenez-Hopper helped seal her endorsement as a state House candidate with a speech that attacked her Democratic opponent on the basis of her sexual orientation and race.
Referring to Erin Maye Quade, a staffer for Keith Ellison who has a black dad and is married to a woman, Jimenez-Hopper said “she is really far left [in] her values.”
“She brings up that she is half black and she uses that as a strength. She brings up that she is in support of LGBT and that lifestyle and puts out pictures on Twitter of her and her wife,” Jimenez-Hopper continued. “I believe in the traditional marriage in the sense that it’s between a husband and wife and God and that family is important. We need to have these values so we can go forth and think about your community.”
Oh, the horror! Ms. Quade is confident and proud of her heritage, and she posts photos of herself and her spouse, oh no, why that’s just evil. Pure evil. I much prefer the evil of a married couple posting photos than I am with the idea of the Christian Ménage à trois. So, it’s only the Christian trio family that’s important, the rest of us don’t matter at all. I can’t even process we need to have these values so we can go forth and think about your community. What does that mean? Go forth and think about your community, not our community, that’s a discordant note. Perhaps it’s simply as blatant as it seems, “hey, we’re going to stick our nose in all the things we shouldn’t!”
Following that speech, Jimenez-Hopper was officially endorsed as the GOP candidate for the House seat being vacated by Republican Rep. Tara Mack. Neither Jimenez-Hopper or Maye Quade face primary challengers, meaning they’re set to face off in the general election this November.
There isn’t even the slightest attempt to hide their bigotry now, no trying to disguise it with flowery language, not even going with the tried and true baffle them with bullshit.
Reached for comment, Maye Quade said that like many people, she first heard audio of Jimenez-Hopper’s remarks when they were detailed in a thecolu.mn report published Wednesday. She said she came across the article this morning while in bed with her wife Alyse.
“This isn’t a Republican or Democrat thing, it’s basic human respect and it’s shocking to hear from anyone,” Maye Quade told ThinkProgress, adding that she’s never met Jimenez-Hopper. “That’s not the tone I want for this election — at least for me.”
I love that she mentions being in bed with her wife. If I was a Minnesotan, Ms. Quade would definitely get my vote.

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Richmond, British Columbia - SmarTire Systems Inc. has filed a federal lawsuit against Siemens VDO Automotive Corp. and Schrader-Bridgeport International Inc., claiming the companies have infringed on the patent for its tyre monitoring system.
Richmond-based SmarTire filed the suit in US District Court in Virginia.
According to the patent, the system monitors the condition of tyres and transmits measurements of tyre temperatures and pressures to an interior receiver.
An attorney for SmarTire said he had no additional comment on the case. Siemens had no immediate comment.
A court clerk said the case has been transferred from the federal court in Richmond, Virginia, to Alexandria, Virginia. The plaintiff said the patent at issue is No. 5,231,872.
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Experts pointed out that the cybercrime gangs behind the two campaigns are different, but they discovered many similarities in them.
Attackers spread phishing messages using weaponized Microsoft Word document and leverages Powershell to deliver fileless malware.
Ursnif is a banking trojan that was spreading since November 2017, it is also able to monitor browsing activities, collect keystrokes, system and process information, and deliver additional payloads.
Security experts at Carbon Black observed nearly 180 variants of
“This campaign originally came in via phishing emails that contained an attached Word document with embedded macros, Carbon Black located roughly 180 variants in the wild.” reported Carbon Black.
“The macro would call an encoded PowerShell script and then use a series of techniques to download and execute both a Ursnif and
The first malware campaign distributing two malware threats was discovered by security researchers at Carbon Black who located approximately 180 variants of MS Word documents in the wild that target users with malicious VBS macros.
Once the victims have executed the malicious VBS macro it runs a PowerShell script that uses a series of techniques to download and execute both Ursnif and
The PowerShell script is encoded in base64, it executes the next stage malware, a PowerShell one-liner, that downloads the final malware payloads from the Pastebin website that is executed in
The first payload is a PowerShell one-liner that evaluates the architecture of the targeted system and then accordingly downloads an additional payload from the Pastebin website, which is executed in the memory,
“Once the raw contents of the pastebin.com post were downloaded, that data would also be executed in memory. In the variants that were obtained during this campaign the file contained a PowerShell script that was approximately 2800 lines.” reads the analysis.
“This PowerShell script is a version of the Empire Invoke-PSInject module, with very few modifications,” Carbon Black researchers said. “The script will take an embedded PE [Portable Executable] file that has been base64 encoded and inject that into the current PowerShell process.”
The final payload installs a variant of the GandCrab ransomware on the infected system, it also downloads a Ursnif executable from a remote server and executed it to gather information on the systems and monitor the victims’ activities.
“However, numerous Ursnif variants were hosted on the bevendbrec[.]com site during this campaign. Carbon Black was able to discover approximately 120 different Ursnif variants that were being hosted from the domains iscondisth[.]com and bevendbrec[.]com,” continue the analysis.
The activity of Ursnif malware was also observed by Cisco Talos that uncovered a second campaign using a different variant.
“The third part executes the base64 decode function created in the first part, with a base64 encoded string as the parameter to the function. The returned decoded PowerShell is subsequently executed by the shorthand Invoke-Expression (iex) function.”
This variant, like others, collects information on the infected systems. The threat stores into a CAB file format and then sends the C2 server over HTTPS connection.
Early December, security experts at
The content of the attachment was a .js file and when it is launched, starts the infection by downloading other components from the Internet.
The whole infection was composed of four stages: the generation of network noise to hide the attacker’s infrastructure, the download of the executable payload, the achievement of
Back to the current campaigns, both analyses include the list of indicators of compromise (IoCs).
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This is part 5 of the Mixing A Metal Song From Start To Finish series – Macromixing. If you want to learn how to take a raw recording of a metal song to a loud, punchy, exciting mix, then you’re in the right place! Check out the previous parts below if you’ve missed any.
At this stage, we’re already around 80% towards the final mix. The basic mix of each individual instrument is done. The main ‘issues’ have been fixed. Everything is sounding pretty balanced.
In part 5, Macromixing, we’ll be looking at the mix from a ‘macro’ perspective. We’ll be mostly making changes while listening to the whole song. After all, the end listener isn’t going to be listening to soloed tracks. It’s important to ensure that everything works cohesively. In this stage I’ll be making additional tweaks to keep tracks from masking other tracks. I’ll be adding ‘sweetening’ in the form of effects like reverb and delays. I’ll also be using automation to add excitement, create movement and help certain elements of the mix to stand out.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ Federal records show blacks and Hispanics are denied conventional home loans in Oklahoma more often than whites.
Bankers and other lenders say the loans are granted strictly on the basis of credit ratings. But advocates for minorities say more needs to be done to help them own their own homes at a time when interest rates are low.
31% of both blacks and Hispanics who applied for a home loan in Oklahoma City were denied. Whites applying for a home loan were denied 15% of the time.
In Tulsa, 29% of blacks and 31% of Hispanics were denied a loan while 18% of whites were denied.

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Flatirons Fleet Pro Edition allows you to control your content to improve Technician Efficiency, Aircraft Utilization, and Compliance, empowering technicians to find the correct information at the right time to get aircraft back into revenue-generating service rapidly
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Stainless Steel Plate ASTM A480
The Standard Specification for General Requirements for Flat-Rolled Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip This specification covers a group of general requirements that, unless otherwise specified in the purchase order or in an individual specification, shall apply to rolled...
The Standard Specification for General Requirements for Flat-Rolled Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip
This specification covers a group of general requirements that, unless otherwise specified in the purchase order or in an individual specification, shall apply to rolled steel plate, sheet, and strip, under each of the following specifications issued by ASTM: Specifications A240/A240M, A263, A264, A265, A666, A693, A793, and A895.
In the case of conflict between a requirement of the product specification or a requirement of this specification and a more stringent requirement of the purchase order, the purchase order shall prevail. The purchase order requirements shall not take precedence if they, in any way, violate the requirements of the product specification or this specification; for example, by waiving a test requirement or by making a test requirement less stringent.
This specification and the applicable material specifications are expressed in both inch-pound and SI units. However, unless the order specifies the applicable “M” specification designation [SI units], the material shall be furnished in inch-pound units.
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4. Chemical processing: Oil refinery equipment, oil burner and heater parts
5. Appliances: Hot water tanks, residential furnaces
6. Power generation: Heat Exchanger tubing;
7. Farming: Dry fertilizer spreaders/Farm animal pens
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Giacomo Puccini: Un bel di vedremo (Madame Butterfly)
Un bel di vedremo (Madame Butterfly)
Giacomo Puccini (1858 - 1924)
Trompette et piano
This most famous soprano aria from the opera was arranged by Clifford Lillya for Solo Trumpet and Band (see BQ-8). This piano arrangement is in the same key as the band arrangement, and is the id eal preparation vehicle or can easily serve as it is. The solo part comes for B-flat Trumpet (in both keys of G-flat and F) and also a part for E-flat Trumpet (for the alternate key play this on the D Trumpet).


Teenagers: Engaging less in high-risk activities since 1991
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Nearly a third of high school students drink regularly, a quarter had a physical fight in the last year and more than a third are sexually active, according to a national biennial survey of youth and the risks they take.
Older kids, 15 to 19, face many behavior-related negative health consequences and social problems, including sexually transmitted disease or unintended pregnancy. They may live with or die from consequences related to their tobacco, alcohol and drug use; unhealthy diets; physical inactivity and whether they brawl or carry weapons.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says four causes lead to 70 percent of all deaths for those ages 10 to 24: motor vehicle crashes, other unintended injuries, homicide and suicide.
Every two years the CDC conducts the "Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance" survey in schools to create a statistical portrait of what teens are doing. The 2013 survey asked about 104 health-risk behaviors, as well as questions regarding excess weight and whether those surveyed had asthma. Students were polled in 42 states and 21 large urban school districts to create a nationally representative sample.
The survey found that in the 30 days before the survey:
— 41 percent of those who drove had texted or emailed while driving
— 35 percent had consumed alcohol
— 23 percent used marijuana
In the past year:
— 22 percent were offered, sold or given drugs at school
— 20 percent were bullied on school grounds
— 8 percent attempted suicide.
Experts call teen risk behavior a canary in the cavern, warning adults that something is amiss.
“It’s important to pay attention any time you have somebody acting out, either by being involved sexually or using drugs at an earlier than expected age because it’s an indicator that something else is going on in their lives,” said Karen Khaleghi, co-founder of Creative Care, an addiction treatment facility in Malibu, California.
Despite findings that may set parents' teeth on edge, there's a hefty chunk of good news in the 2013 survey: Across most categories, the percentage of high school-age teens engaging in high-risk activities has dropped or at least not increased over the past two decades.
"Since the earliest year of data collection, the prevalence of most health-risk behaviors has decreased (e.g. physical fighting, current cigarette use, and current sexual activity)," the report notes, "but the prevalence of other health-related behaviors has not changed (e.g. suicide attempts treated by a doctor or nurse, having ever used marijuana and having drunk alcohol or used drugs before last sexual intercourse) or has increased (e.g. having not gone to school because of safety concern and obesity and overweight)."
Suicide is one of the most complex issues in the survey. The number of high school-age students who seriously considered it fell precipitously from 29 percent in 1991 to 17 percent, but the number who actually attempted it rose from 7.3 percent to 8 percent. Attempts that result in an injury requiring treatment increased from 1.7 percent to 2.7 percent in that time frame.
Tobacco use by teenagers was less likely than in the past. More than 2 out of 3 students had tried cigarettes in 1991, 41.1 percent in 2013. While one-quarter in 1991 had smoked a whole cigarette by age 13, fewer than 1 in 10 had in 2013. And asked about smoking in the past month, 27 percent did in '91 compared to the recent 15.7 percent.
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