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Those are Earth temperatures, not US. The natural fluctuations chart is from the Akasofu paper, available here. Akasofu shows the evolution of temperature since the Little Ice Age, and hypothesizes some explanations. Zharkova's paper, the one I linked on my post, puts forward a physical explanation for that evolution.
Abstract of Akasofu paper:
A number of published papers and openly available data on sea level changes, glacier retreat, freezing/break-up dates of rivers, sea ice retreat, tree-ring observations, ice cores and changes of the cosmic-ray intensity, from the year 1000 to the present, are studied to examine how the Earth has recovered from the Little Ice Age (LIA). We learn that the recovery from the LIA has proceeded continuously, roughly in a linear manner, from 1800-1850 to the present. The rate of the recovery in terms of temperature is about 0.5°C/100 years and thus it has important implications for understanding the present global warming. It is suggested on the basis of a much longer period covering that the Earth is still in the process of recovery from the LIA; there is no sign to indicate the end of the recovery before 1900. Cosmic-ray intensity data show that solar activity was related to both the LIA and its recovery. The multi-decadal oscillation of a period of 50 to 60 years was superposed on the linear change; it peaked in 1940 and 2000, causing the halting of warming temporarily after 2000. These changes are natural changes, and in order to determine the contribution of the manmade greenhouse effect, there is an urgent need to identify them correctly and accurately and remove them from the present global warming/cooling trend.

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Max Berkowitz – 21-year-old Max is definitely the recipient of the “No Quarter” MVP award. An exceptionally talented cinematographer, director and editor who has no fear both physically and artistically. Raised on Vancouver’s north shore he knows how to handle a bike, but until No Quarter he had only ever done two overnight bike trips to date. Margus and I brought him on his second overnight trip to the Chilcotins, immediately his attitude, bike skills and confidence sold us and he was on the team.
With our team assembled and a route ‘roughed out’ by Mcnab we were ready to pull the trigger. McNab had spent many hours researching Google Earth, topo maps, trip reports and local rider’s Instagram feeds to craft our route. Beginning at Quartz creek, to our food cache at Hobo lake, ending at CMH Bugaboo lodge. He estimated we could travel 25km a day, with 4 days to the food cache and another 4 days to the lodge. In classic McNab fashion this was a gross over-estimation.
With Brice set to fly in from South Africa, the team’s schedules’ cleared, 40 dehydrated meals purchased, I had even already added 40psi to my Genius to account for my pack’s weight. A quick trip to Bellingham to pickup Brice’s Genius and then I was pointing my truck east and heading to Revelstoke. Two cars from entry to the US boarder, my phone starts buzzing, it’s McNab. “Hey man, we have a small problem” he says. “I’m about to hit the boarder here, can I call you back?” I reply. “Okay, actually it’s a big problem…the back country is closed” he says (in a relaxed tone as if he had just cracked a beer in Mexico). Cue an exceptionally long and colourful stream of expletives, a full phone throwing moment, and I am at the boarder window. The summer of 2017 was exceptionally dry and hot, the perfect ingredient for a big forest fire year. The Fire Service had closed the entire southeast fire centre, of which half of our route was encapsulated. I managed to get in touch with Brice fewer than 4 hours before his plane was to board. Our only option was to watch the weather, do a rain dance and hope the restriction would be lifted before it were to start snowing. Our trip was postponed for several weeks.
Nothing of value comes easily; nothing that comes easily is valuable
The trip is back on, a few days of rain and the Fire Service has granted us a special exemption to travel through the closure. It is now mid September, what was to be a warm trip just several weeks ago has now become a race against the impending snow. Brice arrives the day before our exemption is valid, a 43-hour flight from South Africa, we break the news that we intend to leave the following day. He merely shrugs, “Of course we are!”
A Sense of Humour is Essential
Embarking along several kilometers of forest road, and 8kms of the only trail we anticipated riding in 8 days, spirits were high. Our nerves calmed, travel was easy, we were lured into a false sense of security. Then the trail ended. Choosing to eschew the traditional bike packing technique of saddlebags, frame and bar bags, everything but our ultra-light Thermarest sleeping bags was packed into our backpacks. Knowing that our bikes were likely to spend more time on our backs then on their wheels, it didn’t take long to learn that even 25 pound bikes are heavy and bushwhacking is arduously slow and tedious. As night fell and our camp was set up, our attention turned quickly to dinner.
Our stoves didn’t work.
At first we thought McNab was joking, but no, our stoves didn’t work. The canisters were full, were the proper size and fuel type, but they didn’t light. We neglected to test these specific canisters with these particular stoves. With the fire risk as high as it was we did not dare to light a fire, imagining the headlines, ‘Idiot mtn bikers light the Purcells on fire.’ Here is where sense of humour is really necessary, not once did anyone suggest turning around, instead making jokes about the delicate flavour profiles found in cold, barely rehydrated freeze dried meals. My pallet is quite sophisticated and discerning and I would recommend cold Chana Masala over cold Pad Thai any day of the week. Cold oatmeal is another story though.
Mother Nature Also has a Sense of Humor
Waking up in a snow covered meadow, our food is gone and our food cache is 2 days away at our current pace. Our group decides the only prudent option is to tuck our tails and bail out to Golden BC. It is snowing harder now and we have two options, follow a series of ridge lines into Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and descend their bike park to Golden, or follow a faint animal trail down the valley and hope to run into a logging road (which may or may not be there) and follow that to Golden. With snow piling up on our bikes we decide to forego the ridgeline option and begin our descent down the valley. The animal trail was a blast to ride, for about 600m. Ending as quickly as it begin we were back to bush whacking. As our elevation dropped the bush became thicker and thicker. This was the hardest bush whacking anyone on our team had ever navigated. Through a short break in the clouds we spotted an old clear cut, evidence that there likely was a road down there somewhere. At some point Brice blew out his knee, tearing several ligaments. In classic Brice fashion he neglected to mention this until we actually reached the road.
The logging road, sweet salvation- laughter and hilarious bush whacking moments are exchanged; our guard is down thinking it would be a casual ride down into Golden. Max quietly whispers “bear, guys bear, HOLY F$&% BEAR!!!!” 15 feet above the road bank from us a large Grizzly Bear is watching us chewing on grass chutes. Springing into action, we have formed a shoulder to shoulder line of defense our bikes in front of us. We look ready to stop the invaders at a castle wall. Shouting at the bear, bikes raised, it barely notices us casually retuning to its grass meal. Slowly backing away, our heart rates collectively lower and we saddle up and begin the descent to Golden.
Golden BC, Brice’s Knee and Mountain Biking on Trails
As tough as we pretend to be, 4 days of bush whacking with bikes-on-our-backs had taken its toll on the entire team. A late night arrival to McNab’s friend Ian’s place we shared our adventures with our gracious host. Thankfully Ian’s wife and young child were away visiting family as we talked his ear off late into the night with our misadventures from the past 4 days. From Ian’s our rolling junk show found ourselves in a gorgeous on mountain condo courtesy of low season and Tourism Golden. Here in the lap of luxury we strategized our options. It had not snowed yet, although pressure was dropping and you could feel winter was close, and our team was like a pack of rabid dogs ready to get back to the ridgelines. Our revised route would see us cut out the higher elevation Bugaboo range and work our way back from our food cache to just east of our bailout drainage. If we managed to complete this route we would have travelled ¾ of our original route. Brice was on the fence if he could join, his knee required professional assessment. Wanting to give him the benefit of the doubt we decided to stretch our legs on some of Golden’s fine singletrack. It was a refreshing change to leave the overnight packs at home and keep the throttles wide open on some fast trails… real trails!
Brice’s trip to the doctor and the physio left him with a new appreciation of Canada’s socialized medical system and a diagnosis that his MCL, PCL, and ACL were torn. Brice gracefully bowed out of the next leg and started his 43 hour journey home. With fresh fuel canisters and stoves that were tested, and tested again and independently confirmed by each team member we hit the road to Brisco, BC- the start of leg 2.
The Song Remains the Same
The first climb was reminiscent of our last beginning, with the first 10km once again on trail. We made good time and found that once more confidence was high. We had proved our original hypothesis; yes you can just pick a mountain range and ride it. Now it was time to write our dissertation, how far can you push it? Whereas the first leg was an exercise in discovery, the second leg presented more knife-edge ridges, more exposure, more snow but we were rewarded with some of the best riding I have ever done.
With stoves that worked our moral had increased considerably. Where cold Chana Masala is much better then cold Pad Thai, warm anything is better. Ice coffees replaced with warm lattes kept smiles on our face all day.
The terrain on leg 2 was much more inviting then we expected; our biking-to-carrying ratio was closer to 70:30. Ridgelines were rounded, rocks were smaller, our pace quickened. Deep into day 2 we came upon several lines that really made the connection between skiing and mountain biking. McNab had discovered a feature with 3 fingerling chutes, with a pitch steeper then Golden’s infamous Deaddog home of the old Red Bull Physcosis DH racecourse. To our surprise the run out was clear, free of big rocks and only a small channel from water runoff. It was on.
Things get Interesting
“Up and over that mountain, follow the ridge system, up that peak and we should be set up into a sweet trail right back to the truck,” McNab says casually over a warm instant latte. Riga, Max and I look to the ridge system he is talking about, it looks narrow and exposed, not a good sign when we are several kilometers away. “No, but seriously,” Max nervously says thinking McNab is pulling his leg. Knowing that we have a full day of ridgetop hogging in our future we take full advantage of the first descent of the day. What followed was a 10-hour odyssey over peaks and across knife-edge ridges. More mountaineering then bike riding, we preciously balanced along the ridgelines with sure death exposure on both sides, the banter continued but it was more gallows humour then anything. Riga had a close call almost falling down into sheer nothingness when a rock pulled out of the ridge. Max was having a hard time with the exposure, quiet and reserved, a side of him we had yet to see. “I can’t film this, I can’t even pull the camera out, it’s all Go Pro from here on boys,” says Max who eyes look like he has been in an Ibiza club for 2 weeks straight.
We have eyes on the drainage we will descend back to the truck- the end is near. Like any good adventure the crux separated us from our escape from this vertical environment. A 15-foot near vertical scramble, perched on the ridge, as if saying “Come on, I DARE YOU.” McNab reports back, the rock is impassable to the left and a sheer drop to the right. This current ridge was dirt covered on the west aspect, and covered in snow on the east aspect with just a narrow rideable line between the middle. Riga, McNab and I decide to shoot some still photos, it was the literal visual representation of our ski touring and mountain biking journey. It could not be ignored.
Looking further down the ridge we see Max, full backpack, bike on his shoulder gracefully climbing the crux move. He moves through the terrain with the calm precision of a Swiss Mountaineer, not a misstep, a slip or wasted calorie of energy. McNab remarks to me “Wow, I didn’t think he was going to get up that, let alone go first. I had only cleared two footholds; I was planning on kicking out the whole route so he knew where to go.” I respond, “Well let’s not tell him now, he is almost at the top”. Finishing our photos we pedal to the crux, each taking a position to hand the bikes up. Once Max learned that he had pioneered the crux climb of the entire pitch, and that McNab had not prepped it, his elation could not be contained.
It was this moment, this over coming of adversity, this is why we were here. This was our definition of adventure. In metaphorical terms we had left our place of safety, ventured into the unknown and come out the other side with new knowledge. This was our high alpine mountain bike version of the hero’s journey; we were acting out a tale as old as humanity itself. We were vulnerable, and at the absolute mercy of the mountains, the weather, the group dynamic, the equipment, our skills. This is why we came here…
Every adventure starts with an objective, and although we did not complete the exact objective we set out to accomplish, even though we had failed, we won. Over our first beer at the truck we started scheming when to come back, we know what we need to do differently to succeed next time and we are counting down the days until we can set out again.
- Photos: Margus Riga
- Video: Max Berkowitz
- Words: Kevin Landry


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Sunday, 23 October 2011
This is a guest post from Empowering Mommy.
Gracie and Gabriel both love puzzles so I decided to add a personal touch to their puzzle collection – Picture Popsicle Stick puzzles. These puzzles are quick and easy to make and can be advance for older children or more complex for younger children.
2 copies of the same picture
Popsicle sticks (I used jumbo and regular sizes)
Mod Podge Gloss Clear Acrylic Sealer (not pictured)
Magnets (this is optional, I used them so that they would stick to Gracie’s magnet board as she put it together)
Pour tacky glue on the back of picture. Spread it even with a popsicle stick that you aren’t going to use. (I only put glue on half the picture at a time because I found that the glue dries rather quickly.
Find the rest of the directions for this DIY picture popsicle stick puzzle at Empowering Mommy.

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BNP call for end to immigration from Muslim nations
The BBC News (U.K.), April 23, 2010
The British National Party (BNP) are calling for an end to immigration from Muslim nations, saying this presents a 'deadly threat' to the UK.
The pledge is contained in the party's election manifesto, launched by party leader Nick Griffin in Stoke.
The BNP also plan to give grants to encourage some UK residents to return to 'their lands of ethnic origin'.
The BNP recently changed their whites-only membership policy after it was ruled unlawful by the courts.
Their opponents say they are extreme and their policies divisive.
The BNP is targeting Stoke, where they currently have a number of city councillors, plus 333 other constituencies as they seek to get their first MP elected to Westminster.
Although they got two MEPs elected to Brussels in last year's European Parliament elections, they received less than 1% of the national vote in the 2005 UK general election.
The BNP are campaigning on a platform of curbing immigration, only allowing new migrants in 'exceptional circumstances' and pledging to deport all illegal immigrants.
Mr Griffin said there was only one new commitment on immigration in the manifesto – which would see all citizenship grants approved since 1997 reviewed to see whether they are still 'appropriate'.
Mr Griffin said the UK was 'full-up' and it was time to 'close the doors'.
The manifesto states 'there should be absolutely no further immigration from any Muslim countries, as it presents one of the most deadly threats yet to the survival of our nation'.
The party has previously said Islam is incompatible with modern secular democracy.
Mr Griffin said his party would support 'decent settled minorities who accept that Britain should remain British'.
But Mr Griffin said the manifesto had a 'wholly new emphasis' – accusing the media of being 'fixated' with immigration – and was focused on rebuilding the economy and employment.
Among other pledges, the BNP wants to leave the European Union, withdraw British troops from Afghanistan and abolish regional development agencies and other quangos.
It calls for restrictions on imports from China to help protect jobs in British manufacturing and avert 'economic disaster'.

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“For us women, everything gravitates around the mangroves. Though we exploit its resources through oyster harvesting and fishing, we also work to preserve the ecosystem by planting new mangroves to foster greater biodiversity. Our livelihoods depend on it,” says Rama Diatta, coordinator of the Biodiversity Conservation and Reduction of Poverty Program run by the Fédération Régionale des Groupements de Promotion Féminine (the Regional Federation of Women’s Empowerment Groups, or the RFGPF) based in Ziguinchor.
Financed by Senegal’s Agence National de l’Aquaculture (National Aquaculture Agency or ANA) and the World Bank, the FRGPF is an organization composed of over 30, 000 women working to empower and employ local women. The goal is to help these women achieve financial independence and enable them to fulfill the needs of their families.
“Indeed the oyster value chain has a huge potential for generating increased revenue for women in Casamance, especially with improvements in the production system allowing them to sell fresh oysters instead of smoked oysters, which are in high demand by hotels and restaurants in the region. A pilot project is planned to experiment the cooperation between three oyster farms and disgorging facilities, in order to drain and clean fresh oysters prior to taking them to market, and thus boosting the entire value chain,” explains Demba Balde, World Bank Senior Social Development Specialist in charge of the Casamance Development Pole Project.
As a testament to their success so far, ANA and the prefecture of Ziguinchor held a ceremony to recognize the recent oyster harvest from Anastasie’s work site that according to ANA General Manager, Magatte Ba, will bring in between four to five million West African CFA francs.
The ceremony also included the awarding of the following equipment: 100 knives, 48 pairs of boots, 50 pairs of gloves, 250 oyster lantern nets for oyster fattening, and two pirogues. All of which will greatly improve the challenging and sometimes dangerous working conditions of these women and contribute to greater food security in the area.
“Supporting these female oyster farmers with additional equipment and financing means that they can work in deeper waters, which enables a quicker growth of quality oysters for local consumption and export,” says Mr. Ba.
This initiative, along with the restoration of Casamance’s deteriorated roads, the reviving of its rice industry, and the establishment of crucial peace and reconciliation programs, all form part of the Casamance Development Pole Project (CDPP) launched by Senegalese President Macky Sall on March 17, 2014.
With a World Bank credit of 40 million US dollars, the comprehensive Casamance Development Pole Project aims to “create jobs and improve the quality of life of local populations, develop economic activities in Casamance, and above all support and contribute to the resolution of the crisis,” stated Vera Songwe, the World Bank Country Director for Senegal, during her speech at the project’s inauguration at Aline Sitoe Diatta square in Ziguinchor.
For the people of Casamance, the CDPP is a beacon of hope signaling what could potentially be the beginning of a lasting peace and prosperity. For women like Anastasie in particular, it brings the promise of stable employment and the ability to provide for herself and her family in the future. Despite the physical and emotional hardships that conflict has imposed on her and her fellow female farmers over the past years, these resilient women remain full of optimism and determination, making them the real pearls of Casamance’s oysters.


In three months we will see a new Ferrari product, and it will be hybrid!
All the novelties and prototypes of the Geneva Motor Show They are left behind, although you can consult them in this other article, and now rumors taken from statements by important representatives of different brands begin to come to light. From the cavallino rampante brand, from Ferrari , we receive information that very soon we will see a new hybrid vehicle.
That's right. According to our colleagues from Auto Express , the Italian firm plans to launch a number of new products in 2019 , specifically five models, counting the recently unveiled Ferrari F8 Tribute. The information points out that in only three months we will know a new supercar, which in this case will use a hybrid propulsion system.
Seeing the path that it has the mobility , and although brands as traditional as Ferrari try to keep the thermal engines as an exclusive source of propulsion, this news is not surprising. And it is that anti-pollution regulations are becoming increasingly demanding and restrictive, which forces many manufacturers to look for this type of alternatives; even the most exclusive.
According to our colleagues in their article, in a private conference some important Ferrari position stated that" the next product that we will introduce will be a hybrid, in two or three months s ". On the other hand, and in this same event, there was also talk about a new V6 engine . " It will be a new position, a new segment. The V6 helps us offer a different approach and allows us to be parents of a larger family without losing performance.
It would not be surprising if the cavallino brand> finally will launch to the market with V6 engine with electric support to compensate for this lack of performance of the "smaller" thermal engine; although this is only a possible idea. Anyway, we should not trust and think that a traditional V6 with turbo is not enough for Ferrari, remember that the V6 engine of 2.9 liters Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio is yours and supplies more than 500 hp. p>
On the other hand, and to finish, Ferrari also talked about his future SUV model . It seems a heresy, but we all know that at the commercial level it will work with pearls, like the Lamborghini Urus. The Ferrari SUV will arrive in 2022 . The CEO of Ferrari commented that they are not worried about being late to the market, but about being the best.
Source - Auto ExpressYou may be interested


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The global COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted more than ever the need for the best available evidence to inform healthcare policy, practice and decision-making in order to improve health outcomes globally.
Seven of the world’s leading groups in evidence-based healthcare – including the University of Adelaide’s JBI – are launching the inaugural World Evidence-Based Healthcare (EBHC) Day, to be held on 20 October 2020.
“The need and demand for EBHC continues to grow rapidly due to increased availability of digital information, better informed patients, introduction of new technologies, increased healthcare costs, complex adaptive health systems and ageing populations.” Bianca Pilla
The worldwide initiative is aimed at creating awareness of the critical need to advance the use of reliable research evidence that is relevant, actionable and adaptable to address some of the world’s most serious health challenges.
“The COVID-19 pandemic is a prime example of how misinformation can spread rapidly around the world, and this has a real impact on people’s lives and the community more widely,” says Bianca Pilla, Global Relations Manager with JBI at the University of Adelaide and Chair of World Evidence-Based Healthcare Day.
“Many people will also not realise that in clinical research, there is a 17-year research-to-practice gap of implementing clinical research evidence into practice. We need to find ways of reducing that gap, so that the best available research evidence can be used to address some of the world’s most serious health challenges, and improve patient care sooner.
“World Evidence-Based Healthcare Day is an opportunity for collaboration in the ever-evolving sphere of global health. It will provide a platform to discuss and debate the challenges and innovations in improving health outcomes globally, based on evidence-informed approaches to healthcare,” Ms Pilla says.
In 2020, evidence-based healthcare (EBHC) is a worldwide movement with hundreds of organisations and tens of thousands of individuals working tirelessly towards improving the science and practice of EBHC for the same aim: to improve health outcomes.
“The need and demand for EBHC continues to grow rapidly due to increased availability of digital information, better informed patients, introduction of new technologies, increased healthcare costs, complex adaptive health systems and ageing populations,” Ms Pilla says.
“In 2020, the importance of having the ability to utilise the best available evidence has been highlighted by the rapid implementation of effective hand washing and the correct use of PPE to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
“Around the world, scientists are working together to develop vaccines, researchers have identified and shared hundreds of viral genome sequences, more than 200 clinical trials have been launched, and international evidence synthesis organisations are rapidly synthesising the emerging evidence to assist policymakers in making informed decisions.”
Professor Zoe Jordan, JBI Executive Director, says: “Globally, healthcare environments are changing rapidly, which leads to a need for guidance to practice high-quality, effective care.
“Now, more than ever, we see the value and the necessity of having access to the best available research evidence. Not only for what is effective, but what is feasible or appropriate in different clinical or geographical settings” Professor Jordan says.

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By Candia Stephen
Arua-Members of Parliament on the committee of Government Assurance have decried the appalling state of a government aided Inde technical institute and Rhino camp cotton ginnery in Rhino Camp Sub County Arua district.
During an onsite visit to the facilities on Thursday, the leader of opposition in parliament and MP Kasese Municipality Winnie Kizza, who led a delegation of MPs expressed worry over the decay of Inde technical institute, saying the people working there deserve to be Heroes.
“We are saddened by the state of such a government facility, which is supposed to be a model for skilling the youth in such a hard to reach place,” said Winnie.
Ms Winnie Kizza at Inde Technical Institute. All Photos
The deputy principal of the institute, Charles Andrua, said because of inadequate funds, they were forced to close the institute two weeks earlier.
He revealed that the dilapidated structures, lack of power, broken down vehicles, lack of computers, inadequate tools and equipment, inadequate staff, dwindling funds from government to support the institute among other challenges are hindering effective service delivery at the school.
However the area councilor Hamza Manzu said during the general elections of 2016, president Museveni while campaigning in Ogoko Sub County pledged to upgrade the institute and provide more funding but to date nothing has been done.
“We are pleading to the president to fulfill his promise of revamping the only technical institute in the whole of Madi and I urge the team of MPs to remind the president,” Hamza said.
Inde technical institute located over 70 Kms from Arua town in Degia village lower Madi currently has 187 students in year one, two and three down from over 250 last year and 33 staff. It was established in 1985 by Obote II government.
Part of the ginnery.
The MPs also expressed shock at the decaying state of the Rhino Camp Ginnery, which used to be a center for cotton processing and export in northern Uganda.
Ibrahim Semujju Nganda the MP for Kiira Municipality said: “There is a lot in the country that the government needs to answer to the people.”
The MPs expressed concern over what they call ‘the state of affairs of government facilities that when revamped would create jobs to thousands of youth in the country.


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(TheRedAlertNews.com) – While American paychecks are being severely eroded by record-high inflation in the United States of America, President Joe Biden, backed by many in the United States Congress, is preparing to spend another $40 billion to purchase weapons and other aid for Ukraine to defend itself against Russia.
The soon-to-be enacted legislation would send over $20 billion in military supplies and another $20 billion in humanitarian, economic, and other aid to Ukraine.
While the bill moved forward with both Senate Republicans and Democrats voting by large margins to advance the legislation, several populist and libertarian-leaning Republicans voted against the bill. Among them, Sens. Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Rand Paul (R-KY) have been exceptionally vocal in their opposition.
Hawley tweeted, “Spending $40 billion on Ukraine aid – more than three times what all of Europe has spent combined – is not in America’s interests. It neglects priorities at home (the border), allows Europe to freeload, short changes critical interests abroad and comes w/ no meaningful oversight.”
And according to Paul, as he spoke on the floor of the Senate chamber, “My oath of office is the U.S. constitution not to any foreign nation and no matter how sympathetic the cause, my oath of office is to the national security of the United States of America. We cannot save Ukraine by dooming the US economy.”
What is your opinion? Please email [email protected] and share your thoughts about the United States preparing to spend another $40 billion on military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine as it tries to hold off a Russian invasion. Do you support the additional $40 billion, or do you believe the money should be used to alleviate the suffering of Americans being harmed by inflation and economic and social harms?
Spending $40 billion on Ukraine aid – more than three times what all of Europe has spent combined – is not in America’s interests. It neglects priorities at home (the border), allows Europe to freeload, short changes critical interests abroad and comes w/ no meaningful oversight
— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) May 16, 2022

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Written by Izzy Ricotta, Year 10
On Saturday 7th May, the U15 Girls Touch Rugby team competed in the final round of the ISAC competition held at the Alice Smith secondary campus. After multiple rounds played on Tuesdays at ISKL in their own pool, the KLASS Lions managed to come out undefeated and on top of the table, resulting in the team being put in the championship pool for the final round. The first game on the Saturday was against ISKL Yellow; with fast rucks and superb communication, the girls won 3-2. The subsequent game saw an unbeatable first half with the score being 3-0 to the Lions, however, the opposition managed to catch up in the second half which precipitated a draw for the second game. The third game against MKIS was the deciding factor on whether or not the Lions would be able to participate in the first/ second final. With this in mind, everyone had a determined attitude which was evident in the quality of gameplay throughout the match. This intense game had a final score of 0-1 and worried the girls as they wondered whether they would be playing for first or third. After careful calculations, everyone in the KLASS team was overjoyed to find out that their place in the first/ second final was waiting for them.
For the last match of the day, the KLASS Lions were ready to give it their all - inspirational talks from Coach Amir and lines of encouragement from all the other members of the team created an insistent mindset to win. The first half against MKIS in the final ended with a score of 0-0, intensifying the situation. Upping their game, the girls played immaculate moves coupled with speed for then Izzy Ricotta, Lily Williams and Kylie Compton to score touchdowns; the excellent teamwork resulted in a 3-0 win to the girls. Congratulations to the U15 Girls Touch Rugby Team as their hot day concluded with a gold medal!
Click here for this week's full issue - 13th May 2016

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2 Pack Dual USB Wall Charger The Fosmon Dual USB charger is able to charges 2 devices simultaneously. The 2 pack portable charger is the accessory you need to charge your electronic devices. Multifunctional Charger The USB phone charger delivers 5V/2.4A that will charge your phone with high speed and save your time. The wall charger is powerful enough to charge your iPhones, iPads, Android phones, tablets, mp3 players, controllers, switches, headphones, and more. Foldable Plug The foldable plug makes this USB wall charger even more compact and portable. This charger is easy to transport and suitable for charging your devices at home, at the office, or on a trip. The premium case is stylish and prevents scratches or bumps. Universal Compatibility and Certified The USB wall charger has an input of 100-240V, 50/60Hz, making this a universal charger when you traveling around the world. The charger is safe and certified with ETL and UL62368-1. Limited Lifetime Warranty We have served millions of customers for more than 10 years and every product comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Got a question? Reach out to our experienced and dedicated USA based customer support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please refer to Fosmon’s website for more information. Specifications -Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.3A -Output: 5V, 2.4A -ETL listed, UL62368-1 Package includes – Fosmon 2 USB Port Wall Charger x 2
2. Ravpower Charger Desktop Charging Compatible
- What You Get: RAVPower 60W 6-Port USB Charging Station, 5ft / 150cm detachable power cord, a user guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty + 12 months extra (on registration), and friendly customer service
- Gigantic 60W Power Supply: With a combined 12A output to charge devices at full speed
- 500,000+ Happy and Satisfied Fans: High quality and reliable portable charging solution that’s trusted by consumers around the globe
- Six Fast 2.4A Charging Ports: Simultaneously charges six phones, tablets, or a combination of both (Does not support Qualcomm Quick Charge)
- Worldwide Safety: 100V-240V input for use across the world
- safety protections prevent your device from overcharging, overheating, or short-circuiting
Charge all your devices from a single outlet with the RAVPower 6-Port Wall Charger. This compact and safe charging station has a massive 60W total power to charge up to 6 of your smartphones and tablets simultaneously at full speed.
RAVPower iSmart Smart Charging Technology automatically identifies connected devices and their unique charging requirements. Every USB port then delivers exactly the right amount of power to match your device needs, guaranteeing a safer and more efficient charging speed.
By charging through a single multi-port wall charger, you reduced the number of USB wall chargers required and freed up outlets in your home and office. The 1.5M power cable is long enough to let the charger reach further or hide out of sight.
Safe and Compact
On the outside, the RAVPower 6-Port Wall Charger is fire-resistant and comes with a sleek matte black finish. Inside, the compact body is a new generation of the circuit design with overcharging, overheating, short circuit protection, and even 110V to 240V input for use around the world.
1. Please DO NOT place the RAVPower 6-Port Charger or any other USB Chargers into a narrow, closed space like a docking station when charging. This may prevent heat dissipation and cause overheating or melting.
2. Please DO NOT overlay the charger with other heat-dissipating electronic products. This may prevent heat dissipation and cause overheating or melting.
3. This charger DOES NOT support Quick Charge 3.0. Devices equipped with Quick Charge, like the Samsung Galaxy series, will charge at standard speed.
- Product works great and allows us to use one plug for many items.
- Just received it, and the quality is unparalleled.
- Purchased this multi-usb charging station for my wife and she has no issues since receiving the product.
- The item shipped quickly and is the correct product.
- Good all around product for good price.
- The only reason that i didn’t give it 5 stars is the price.
- I can’t really comment on charge speed as that doesn’t matter much to me, but i’ve never felt like it was slow.
- I am satisfied and wkll be buying more ravpower in the future!
- It also has many usbs which is excellent for having many devices plugged at the same time.
- I’m beginning to accumulate a substantial collection of ravpower accessories and they never disappoint.
- It can be a little unstable remaining upright if multiple devices are attached, so a snap-on base may be an improvement to the unit.
- Love it- as everything is now USB charged, this is perfect to have multiple USB charges in one spot.
- This is the 2nd charging station I have picked up from RAVPower. I have one in the bedroom and one in the office. These station… Read More
3. Iclever Boostcube Charger Adapter Technology
- ?WIDELY COMPATIBLE?Compatible with electronic devices and models, from iPhones, Samsung, HTC Nexus, Blackberries, Bluetooth Speaker Headsets to iPads and Power Banks and other USB powered device.
- ?RELIABLE SAFETY?Multiple protections against overheat, overcurrent, over voltage and short-circuit ensure the safety of you and your devices.
- ?ETL CERTIFICATED?The wall charger is approved by ETL,multiple protection against overheat, overcurrent, over voltage and short-circuit ensures the safety of you and your devices
- ?LIFETIME SUPPORT?Our friendly and reliable customer service will respond to you within 24 hours! You can purchase with confidence, with our lifetime support
- ?SMART FAST CHARGING?SmartID tech recognizes your device and provides optimal charging speed up to 2.4 amps per port or total 8 amps, thus making shorter charging time (not support fast charge on QC 3.0/2.0 device like Galaxy)
Going ahead with our list, we have something very specific to a specific audience. Yes, Iclever Boostcube Charger Adapter Technology has a very selective audience with specific taste. It satisfies customer expectations (Given that your expectations don’t cross a limit) and it adds value for money but more importantly, it adds a style to the user which can be your fashion statement.
Iclever Boostcube Charger Adapter Technology is definitely the must-buy for those who need a little of both quality and price efficiency and as per our analysis, Iclever Boostcube Charger Adapter Technology easily gets the award of Best Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger Under 100$.
- The quality is good and the goods arrive quickly
- I like the iclever line, have several of these now.
- This device requires you to carry less chargers when you have to travel with the family.
- Quality product and the price is right!
- Iclever is a brand you can trust.
- Still charges things faster than most other chargers.
- Great charger, I use it at work to charge multiple devices.
- I use it as a family charging station. Works great. 4 ports. Cords stay in one place.
- Excellent and reliable product I own 2 of these and very please
4. Iphone Fast Charger Lightning Certified
- ???100% Safe Fast Charging?Zealife Apple charger for iPhone 11 Pro Max owns bulit-in multi-protection system, avoiding from over-voltage , over-charge, over-heat, etc. The smart chip including in the Apple MFi certified lightning cable match the current required by the Apple device automatically, charge your Apple lightning device fast, safely and steadily.
- ???Universal Compatibility? Use this iPhone 11 pro charger to fast charge iPhone 11 Pro Max X XR XS MAX 8 Plus, iPad Air/ Pro/ Mini, iPod touch/ shuffle/ nano/ classic/ mini. It can also charge pixel 4/4xl, Galaxy Note 10+/10/S10+/10, Nexus 5X/6P, LG G6/G5 and more (USB-C to C cable isn’t included).
- ???Best After-Sales Warranty?Lightweight and compact design with fordable plug fits your storage requirements perfectly. AC110-240 wide volt input, ideal for worldwide travel. Package includes: 1* Apple iPhone iPad fast charger, 1* USB C to Lightning Cable(3.9ft). Believing in our product quality, we offer professional technique support and promise 24 months worry-free refund and replacement guarantee.
- ???Apple Fast Charger for iPhone?With the smart Power Delivery Technology, Zealife 18W USB-C PD wall charger could charge your iPhone 11 250% faster than the original Apple Charger. Zealife iPhone Pro Max Charger with Type-C to lightning cable could fully charge your iPhone 11/XS up to 50% in only 30 minutes, saving over 1.5hrs for you.
- ???MFi Certified Lightning Cord?With the original Apple Chip, the USB-C to lightning cord equips automatic chip recognition function. You could connect your MacBook/Pro with iPhone/iPad directly and enjoy the 480 Mbps data transfer speed. The Apple MFi Certification ensures 100% flawless compatibility with Apple devices. No more trigger warning messages.
Iphone Fast Charger Lightning Certified is a veteran in the market and has been here for a long time. It offers something of a unique feature which no other competitor offers.
Go for Iphone Fast Charger Lightning Certified if you want to try out something of a fusion of new and classic. Fun & Interesting Fact about Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger is that even though Iphone Fast Charger Lightning Certified is a veteran, the users are mostly younger generation. You can say fashion makes a turn after a century or so and things repeat.
5. Iclever Charger Technology Certified Lightning
- Reliability: Portable, flexible and optimum length 3.3ft(1m) cord can satisfy a variety of everyday connection needs
- Powerful Capacity with Dual Charging: 24W/4.8A dual USB output lets you charge any two smartphones or tablet devices simultaneously at the optimal charging speed
- Advanced SmartID Technology: It can recognize any device, and maximize the charging efficiency. It charges your phone twice as fast and saves you time
- Certified Safe: iClever’s safety system ensures complete protection for you and your devices
- Reliable and Friendly Customer Service: Ready to respond within a 24-hour time frame, 30-Day Money Back Guarantee, 12 Month Replacement Warranty, and Lifetime Support Guarantee
If you are buying a Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger for the first time, then you should have Iclever Charger Technology Certified Lightning. It has fewer features when you make Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger comparisons of Iclever Charger Technology Certified Lightning with any other Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger but what it has is ease of use and best in class service. Go ahead and Grab a Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger, grab any Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger but if you are first time user and want a good experience do not look anywhere other than Iclever Charger Technology Certified Lightning
6. Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung
- ?Lightweight & Portable Design?: Power Adapter Global voltage compatible: 100-240V, is ideal for international travel or business. Phone Charging Cube can be connected via USB cable at home, office or wherever you want to recharge. Compact, portable, stylish, easy to carry and store.
- ?Certified Safe & Reliable?: Charger Box is certified with a UL-FCC-CE, is made of fireproof material. It has the function of automatic protection circuit. Intelligent circuit design protects against short circuiting, over-heating, over-current, and over-charging.
- ?Universal Compatibility?3-Port USB Wall Charger Universal Compatibility with iPhone 12 / 12/ mini/12 Pro/11/11 Pro / 11 Pro Max /SE/ Xs Max/8/7/6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra S20 FE Note 20 Ultra/Note 20 Ultra/10/S10+/S10/S9 Plus A01/A11/A21/A51/A71/A81/A91/A31/M31, LG Stylo 6/5 G8 G7 ThinQ G6 G5 G4 G3 V30 V40 V35 V50 V50S V60, Moto Z2,Z3,Z4,Z2/Z3 Play,G9/G8/G7 Play, G9/G8/G7/G6 Plus, G8/G7 Power,Google Pixel 5A/4A/3A / XL / 2XL/3XL/4XL/5XL, Nokia, Sony, Android and More.
- ?Charger Block Fast Charging?: USB Wall Plug Charge your Phone max up to 3.1Amp/5V. USB Brick Charger will provide optimal charging efficiency automatically. Multi USB Port wall charger will charging at high speed, charge three devices simultaneously. Save more time.
- ?What You Get?: 2 x Charger Plug, our fan-favorite 12-month Warranty Quality Guarantee and supply friendly customer service.
Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung is a relatively new and late entrant in the market but surprisingly has surpassed beyond Iclever 24W Dual USB Wall Charger With Smartid Technology + 3Ft MFI Certified Lightning To USB A Cable For Iphone Xs/XS Max/XR/X/8/7/6/6S/Plus/SE, Ipad Air 2/Pro/Mini 3 And More which have been in market longer than anyone. Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung brings you the best of the quality in the lowest possible cost. The Best feature of Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung is what has kept in the market.
It certainly makes appearance in Reviews of Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger in 2020 owing to its price penetration strategy in the market. If you own a Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger and it could be any of the high value Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger, chances are that would be much costlier than Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung. Charger Adapter Charging Compatible Samsung will have more than 50% of all its features.
7. Upgraded Certified Charging Compatible Galaxy10
- iPod-touch, Blackberry, Moto, OnePlus, E-book Readers, Kindles, MP3 Players and more.
- ?Upgraded Smart IC Technology?: The charger block will automatically detect and provide the fastest possible charging speed up to 3.1A one port. 3-USB output with total current 5V/3.1A and input with 100-240V. Enough power to charge 3 iPhones, iPads, tablets, smartphones or other devices at simultaneously. (Attention: This wall charger not support QC3.0 / PD protocol to fast charging)
- ?Universal Compatibility?: Compatible with almost any devices such as Phone, Android cellphones, iPad, iPod, tablets
- Digital camera, Bluetooth speakers, power banks, bluetooth headphones and more. Such as Samsung Galaxy S10 S9 S8 S7 S6 Edge S5 S4, Note 9/8/5/4, Google, Nexus 6P 5X, LG, HTC, Nokia, Sony, iPhone 11, Xs, XR, Xs Max, X, 8, 8 Plus, 7 Plus, 6, 6S, 6 Plus, 5S, 5, 4S , iPad Air 1 2 Mini 2 3 4
- ?Lightweight Durable?: Compact and Easy to carry, Heat resistant and Anti-throw design, portable, stylish, easy to store. Simply plug in the USB cable, and plug the adapter into the wall. Suitable use for home, travel, office, and business trip, and 3-port design which meet your daily charging needs.
- ?UL Certified?: Premium construction and circuitry with UL 62368-1 standard, UL, FCC, CE, & RoHS certification protect your devices. Built with high-grade fireproof PC materials. The upgraded wall charger makes the power output more stable. (Note: The UL certified temperature standard is 140?, so it is normal for the charger to be hot during use, and it is absolutely safe to be below 140?)
- ?Warranty Promise?: We offer 18-month Breakage Warranty for all charger in case of defective product and 24 hours friendly customer service. We are confident that you will fall in love with our wall charger, but if in any way you’re not 100% satisfied with wall adapter, please feel free to contact us. (For details, please see the instructions attached to the package)
8. Charger Ainope Aluminum Charging Compatible
- it´s portable and you can take everywhere. ( Please kindly know our mini car charger perfectly blends with most car cigarette lighter. However, some of the car cigarette lighter is short, so part of our car charger may protrude a little from the cigarette lighter.)
- [All Metal Material] The full aluminum alloy body features scratch resistant, nice in design and long-lasting in use. High quality aluminum material let your car charger always look like new. Upgrade metal car charger will not be overheating at high temperatures, which is safer than plastic one.
- [Safety Guarantee] It has CE, FCC, UL & RoHS certifications and multiple protection against over-current, overcharging, overheating and high temperature will guard the safety of your devices.
- [Worry-Free Warranty] With 12 months manufacturer 100% money back guarantee. Welcome to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Our reliable Customer Service will be sure to reply within 24 hours and offer proper solutions for you.
- [Efficient Charging] Charge two devices simultaneously at full speed with 2.4A in each USB port. With a total power of 4.8A, it works for all USB-powered devices.?Please note: The charger is not QC3.0 which doesn’t support Qualcomm Quick Charge?
- [Compact Size] With tiny thumb-sized(Size: 1.7inch*0.9inch) body, it perfectly blends with most car cigarette lighter and sits comfortably with the edge of the outlet. Our smallest car charger yet
Charger Ainope Aluminum Charging Compatible is present in top 10 since a long time. In terms of customer satisfaction and ease of use, Charger Ainope Aluminum Charging Compatible wins the users. Most of them who buy Charger Ainope Aluminum Charging Compatible once wont by anything else although it offers very limited features and specifications.
The only reason for brand loyalty is ease of use. This product had a special mention in Reviews of Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger in 2020 for not expanding user base but definitely not loosing any. The shift of people from Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger to any other Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger is least.
- Quality is great and i love the slim profile.
- Quality is great , it’s small so it’s discreet .
- I needed something to put in my jeep so i could charge other items in a way that would *not* communicate with the jeep.
- With the old style charger i’d hit with hand when moving gear shifter.
- Like how it clicks in the cigar lighter hole tightly.
- It doesn’t stick out from the cigarette lighter like my last one given me room to put things in the holder just under it.
- Device charges quickly even with both usb’s being used.
- Fantastic quality nice and heavy feeling in the hands charges well and is small enough that compartment lids will still close.
- It is excellent. When paired with an AINOPE cord (which are of amazing quality and value. The only ones I buy now) and an appro… Read More
- Great Quality, Durable Material
9. Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphones
- Who’s Techsmarter? We produce premium quality smartphone and laptop fast charging peripherals, helping millions of customer fast charge their devices
- What you get? Wireless Charger DUO, UL Certified Wall Charger and One Year warranty included.
- Case friendly, advanced safety features, LED indicator and Non slip design all make the wireless charger top quality
- First ever Qi certified wireless charger with dual 15W fast charging pads, total 30W
- Built from premium top quality materials with an aluminium finish featuring an LED indicator for both charging pads
Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphones is again a mid of quality and price. It offers limited features in this pricing. There is another variant of Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphones which falls into premium category but Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphonesis specifically targeted for mid-segment.
Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphones offers such a amazing features which makes it better than 70% of Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger available in the market today. Techsmarter Wireless Charging Multiple Smartphones was our personal favorite and was voted as most admired product in TOP 10 Best Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger to Buy in 2020 – TOP Picks. We hope it makes to that list again this year.
10. Quick Charge Super Charger Adapter
- Support protocols QC4.0/QC3.0/QC2.0/AFC/FCP/SCP/PE2.0/PE1.1/SFCP means charging is done in stages to protect your devices
- THE FASTEST AND SAFEST CAR CHARGER IN THE MARKET! – Bestrix’s Quick Charge 4.0 technology will fast charge your phone with maximal speed and safety (5A/30W). iPhone X will be charged from 0 to 50% in 39 minutes and to 100% in 1h:45m, iPhone XS Max will be charged from 0 to 50% in 42minutes and to 100% in 1h:55m
- DUAL PORT, DUAL CHANNEL OUTPUT PROVIDES SUPER FAST CHARGING – The iPhone car charger with dual channel output supports fast charging on either port
- input: DC12V-24V
- 12V/2.5A (30W max). When USB-A1+USB-A2 used simultaneously maximum output is 5V/5A (total). One port output 5V, second port no-output by default.
- Output (each port): 4.5V/5A
- MULTIPLE SAFETY CERTIFICATES ENSURE YOUR SAFETY AND PROTECT YOUR DEVICES – Car charger intelligent circuit design has UL, CE, FCC, & RoHS certifications which mean the USB car charger is built to provide protection against overcurrent, short-circuiting, overheating, and overcharging.
- N.W: 23.2g
- UNIVERSAL DESIGN FITS MOST CAR SOCKETS AND DEVICES – The car charger adapter fits perfectly with most car cigarette lighter sockets and 12VDC power outlets. Made of aluminum alloy and hard plastic for durability and smartly designed into compact size for easy storage. The dual USB car charger also features a soft blue LED indicator which aids in finding the connection safely in the dark. Our car charger may not blend fully into some shorter sockets. Dimension: 46.3 x 20.6 x 23 mm.
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Last but not the least, if you haven’t liked any of the Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger yet, then Quick Charge Super Charger Adapter is your choice. It is another one which is Best Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger Under 100$ and Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger comparison have showed it has ranked best in past based solely on its features. Quick Charge Super Charger Adapter offers best features and although it does not have, Quick Charge Super Charger Adapter’s feature is unbeatable. We would recommend you to go ahead with this if you want an all rounder Best Apple Certified Multi Port Fast Charger Under 100$


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To make better traffic management in and around Leh town, District Police Leh organized Traffic Regulation drive at Public Park, Balkhang chowk, Leh on April 11. The drive was supported by Municipal Committee Leh, all religious and transports Unions Leh.
Traffic Rule Regulation and Guidelines leaflets were distributed to the public and drivers to spread awareness about the issue.
Chief Executive Councillor Dr. Sonam Dawa Lonpo, inaugurated along with Deputy Commissioner Prasanna Ramaswamy G, EC Agriculture, Tsering Angdus, Tsering Sangdup, EC, Tourism, religious heads and all the other stakeholders.
Stating traffic regulation as a concern of all the stakeholders and the general public, CEC asked everyone to cooperate in traffic regulation and parking.
Talking about the problem of parking space, CEC said definitely public will face certain issues and problem in the beginning but it won’t be a problem for long. We are also stressing on the public transport to be revived and simultaneously people who live nearby, working in the same department can pool in the car which will reduce traffic, save fuel and environment.
Speaking on the need of better Traffic Management in Leh town especially during the peak season, Tsering Gyalpo, SSP Leh said that this drive was conducted to implement all the decision taken in the general meeting regarding the traffic management in Leh town and surrounding area on 11th, March 2016.
With a vision and an objective to make smooth traffic in Leh town, he urged everyone to co-operate the administration and police in managing the traffic.
He further added that for the first week, the general public will be educated and aware of the new traffic rules and regulation; thereafter strict action will be taken against the violators of the law.
Prasanna Ramaswamy G also spoke on the occasion. CEC LAHDC Leh accompanied by all the dignitaries, participants, and Police officers/ official took around to Leh town and cleared traffic from wrong parking and unspecified parking area and educated drivers/ general commuters regarding Traffic Regulation in Leh town.


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The Scholastic Book Fair was a smashing success! Not only did the St. Augustine community meet its goal of $3000, it surpassed it by more than $600. Well done, everyone! This means that the Learning Commons is able to take 60% worth of product from the Fair. Already the Learning Commons has acquired over $700 in new books. Special thanks to Mrs. Harold's class who wrote and presented their awesome announcements to keep the Book Fair excitement going. Mrs. Byrne is also very grateful to all the students who helped out to make the Book Fair run as smoothly as it did. It was so great to see so many families come out to visit the Book Fair during interview night as well.
Congratulations to Josie F. in Mrs. Harold's class. Both Josie and Mrs. Harold won $25 worth of books to take from the Fair. Ten lucky students also won posters. Thanks again to everyone for all your support. The Book Fair is a great literacy and community building event that the entire school enjoys.

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The path may affect Florida, Boston and the Northeast
Mid-September is a time of meteorological cognitive dissonance in the Southeast, where fall rituals are performed while high temperatures remain 93 degrees.
Maybe, this thinking goes, if we wear unnecessary scarves, nurture the Halloween spirit, and consume seasonal pumpkin coffee, autumn might bring the cult merchandise into being. Guys, don’t fool yourselves
This is Florida. Your mission is to hit the beach well into November. To be fair, high temperatures may dip into the upper 80s this weekend, slightly reducing the chances that wearing a scarf will cause heatstroke. However, our true season in September is not and never will be fall.
The season is hurricane.
The peak of hurricane season arrives as Lee threatens the US National Football League
In fact, the second week of September is the peak of hurricane season.
Half of the historic Atlantic and Florida hurricane activity occurred before September 12, and the other half is still ahead. This week alone accounts for about one-eighth of the total tornado activity that has made landfall in the United States since 1900, so getting through it without sustaining even minor damage is a big deal in itself.
As befits the peak, the Atlantic is busy today, with two hurricanes brewing and another storm likely to develop this week. However, the halftime report is optimistic, as the Gulf Coast and Southeast are not in danger of subsidence over the next 10 days.
Instead, it’s Florida’s cherished football teams that are bringing with them a blast of the tropics as they venture into the emerging foliage of New England this weekend.
Hurricane Lee will pass Florida offshore, but erosion is expected
Hurricane Lee’s forecast winds and rain are focused on the northeastern United States and Atlantic Canada, although Lee will also produce widespread heavy surf and rip currents along the entire U.S. East Coast this week. As of the National Hurricane Center’s warning at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Lee is creeping west-northwest at 6 mph, and remains a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 115 mph.
Where exactly is Hurricane Lee headed?
You’ve probably heard about Hurricane Lee for several days, and if you’re in the northeastern United States, you can expect to continue hearing about it.
While high winds have declined from Lee’s Category 5 peak on Friday, successive eyewall replacement cycles and bouts of wind shear have resulted in a hurricane much larger than it was five days ago.
Aircraft reconnaissance indicates hurricane force and tropical storm force winds of more than 150 miles and 375 miles in diameter, respectively. With the storms already covering an area of open ocean larger than the distance between Jacksonville and Miami, be thankful that Lee will pass more than 700 miles east of Florida.
However, this massive wind field will expand even further as maximum winds decrease, bringing heavy surf, rip currents and beach erosion effects along the east coast of Florida north of Palm Beach between today and Sunday.
Five days of nearshore seas of 5 to 10 feet could cause problems, especially in parts of east-central and northeastern Florida’s beaches that Ian and Nicole are severely drained. Unfortunately, strong waves and even distant hurricanes can be deadly: 2019’s Hurricane Lorenzo killed 8 people in the United States, despite remaining more than 2,000 miles away from the East Coast.
Will the Seminoles vs. Boston College face heavy rain and wind? It’s possible
As expected, Lee slows down today and flashes as it prepares to turn right (just another reason it’s not a good fit for Florida), and by Friday morning, all models agree that the hurricane will accelerate northward as it passes west of Bermuda.
Lee will cross the cold waters generated by Franklin and Idalia as it does, which should begin the gradual process of becoming a larger non-tropical cyclone as it approaches eastern New England or Atlantic Canada over the weekend.
As Lee interacts with a front on Saturday, it will lose its inner core of hurricane-force winds, but tropical storm-force winds and heavy rain will likely extend across a 600-mile-long Nor’easter-like area.
Therefore, although the center is likely to track into Les Mines or Nova Scotia on Sunday (perhaps after losing remaining tropical features), hazardous wind, rain and storm surge impacts are expected over a wide area including most of Atlantic Canada and eastern New England. . Coastal storms are possible in eastern Maine and possible in coastal Massachusetts on Saturday and Sunday.
How far Lee’s heavy rainfall reaches western New England has yet to be determined.
In Boston, the Knowles area could face heavy rain and low-strength tropical storms in Boston on Saturday if Lee tracks further toward Maine, or intermittent rain and gusty winds with a track toward Nova Scotia.
Both scenarios are possible, and storm preparations should be underway in coastal New England. Flooding is also a concern, as 2 to 4 inches or more of rain will fall on saturated soils in the Northeast.
Category 1 Margot meanders as Florida catches a needed break
Elsewhere in the tropics, Category 1 Hurricane Margot is roaming the open waters of the eastern subtropical Atlantic, and will continue to do so without bothering anyone for another five days before March departs.
Conditions also look good for another tropical storm to develop between West Africa and the Lesser Antilles by Saturday, but a dip over the western Atlantic should keep anything developing east of the continental United States as well.
There are no other tropical threats on the horizon.
In conclusion, instead of trying to show the fall the secretOn a magical thinking level, I recommend that Floridians focus their psychic energies on keeping this protective basin in place, which is a practical and achievable goal.
If we can go another two weeks without incident, the historical rate of hurricanes approaching Florida from the east will decrease significantly in late September. This will leave October to negotiate.
I’ll be back next week with a look at what we can expect from the final third of hurricane season.
Until then, don’t forget to ice your pumpkin spice treats, and keep watching the sky.
Dr. Ryan Truchalot is the chief meteorologist at WeatherTiger, a Tallahassee startup that offers forensic meteorology, expert witness consulting services, and agricultural and hurricane forecasting subscriptions. Contact us at email@example.com, and visit weathertiger.com for an enhanced, real-time version of our seasonal forecast.


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”There’s an old Greek proverb. A fish rots from the head down.” – Former Governor Mike Dukakis.
To Derp is to die. It’s really just that simple. The problem is that derps are even more simple. They are typically wonkish technocrats educated far beyond their intelligence or imagination at some overrated PC diploma factory. They typically have a set of beliefs that has been ossified into concrete during their “educational” experience and carry around an officially official answer that forestalls all denialists that would deign to disagree. All they have to do is Voxsplain (inspired by Ezra Klein’s laughable parody of a news site) it to those not educated enough to get it. William S. Briggs offers an example of the phenomenon.
We last met Shaun Lovejoy when he claimed that mankind caused global temperatures to increase. At the 99.9% level, of course. He’s now saying that the increase which wasn’t observed wasn’t there because of natural variability.
So this Shaun Lovejoy character has parroted officially scientific science at a 99.9% Level of Confidence.** Reality contradicted him as it often seems to do most Modern Science-Like projections of personal opinion supported by badly warped statistical methodologies. He then proceeds to Voxsplain that we failed to see the truth of his brilliant theory because of natural variability. Briggs goes on to point out the obvious.
If the “pause” wasn’t predicted, then the models are bad and the theories that drive them probably false. It matters not whether such pauses are “natural” or not.
Lovejoy then responds with base moral derpitude about how his brilliance was dismissed by deniers. At the stage where the over-credentialed and basically idiotic Derp dismisses the obvious falseness of their initial, politically correct premises, they have fallen into an Affective Death Spiral. They cannot ascertain the truth because they are too busy messenger-shooting anyone who attempts to tell them uncomfortable facts.
US Secretary of State John F. Kerry gives us another example of an overrated bore who has allowed his meme to become his mission. He recently lectured Israel’s President Netanyahu as follows.
”When I fought in Vietnam, I used to look at the faces of the local population and the looks that they gave us. I’ll Never forget it. It gave me clarity that we saw the situation in completely different ways.”
Mr. Netenyahu responed. “This is not Vietnam! Only Israel understands Israel.”
Mr. Kerry then Voxplained. “No one is saying it’s Vietnam.”
John F. Kerry cannot solve Middle East violence for the same reason that Shaun Lovejoy will never effectively produce a predictive climate model. Both men knew all the answers before they attempted to solve the problem. They had been educated to the point where they no longer even recognized that objective reality was actually objective when it failed to fit their preferred paradigm. They are caught in an Affective Death Spiral because they’ve been told that holding certain sets of conventional wisdom as belief would make them morally superior to others. When the conventional wisdom gets disproved by brutal reality; it’s the world that has been swift-boated, not John F. Kerry.
This is our leadership in America today. They have been told what beliefs confer status differential in their favor and how to Voxsplain these down to people until they shut their ignorant garbage necks and comply. But this is neither leadership nor imaginative thinking. It will never solve any problem that requires more than textbook regurgitation. The fifty shades of Derp leading Post-modern America are truly unqualified to lead most actual Americans to the nearest water fountain. As Mike Dukakis famously implied; America is now a fish rotting from the head down.
*-Voxsplain = Tell anyone who disagrees that they’re ignorant and shouldn’t question the Progressive Status Quo.
**-He only chose a level less than 100% out of his terrific modesty.

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Harold Kaplan Papers
Scope and Contents
The Harold Kaplan Papers consist of 8 boxes, spanning the years 1956 to 2010. The bulk of the collection consists of Kaplan’s class notes. The records include seven subseries: Biographical Materials, Correspondence, Book Drafts, Essays, Reviews, Talks, and Teaching and General Notes.
The Biographical Materials subseries contains Kaplan’s curriculum vitae and any other biographical documents.
The Correspondence subseries is mostly comprised of Kaplan’s correspondence with various publishers.
The Book Drafts subseries includes Kaplan’s manuscript drafts for his books. Kaplan’s notes for the bibliographies of these books are also included in this subseries. The titles of the folders in this series are almost exclusively taken from Kaplan’s original folder titles.
The Essays subseries consists of Kaplan’s drafts and notes for his essays, as well as his completed essays. This section also includes essays written by other authors which Kaplan kept in his records. The essays written by other authors include the name of the author in the folder title. The majority of the folder headings match the titles of the essay contained in the folder.
The Reviews subseries consists of both reviews about Kaplan’s own books and reviews written by Kaplan about other authors’ works. The headings for folders containing reviews of Kaplan’s work correspond with the title of the work. The headings for folders containing reviews written by Kaplan correspond with the name of the author of the work being reviewed.
The Talks subseries contains notes and drafts for talks given by Kaplan.
The Teaching and General Notes subseries is mostly comprised of Kaplan’s class notes, but it also contains his general notes on various subjects. The folder captions are mostly taken from Kaplan’s headings for the original folders.
- 1946 - 2013
- Other: Date acquired: 03/03/2011
- Kaplan, Harold, 1916-2015 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Permission for publication or use of large portions of the collection is needed from Kaplan's literary executor, Isabelle Kaplan.
This collection is stored off-site and requires two business days advance notice for retrieval. Please contact the McCormick Library at firstname.lastname@example.org or 847-491-3635 for more information or to schedule an appointment to view the collection.
Language of Materials
Harold Kaplan was a professor of English and American Literature at Northwestern University from 1972 to 1986, when he became professor emeritus. Before coming to Northwestern, Kaplan taught at Rutgers University and Bennington College, after having served in the United States Air Force for four years. He received his B.A. and M.A. degrees from the University of Chicago. This collection includes Kaplan’s class notes, drafts for books and essays, correspondence, talks, and the reviews of his work.
Correspondence is arranged chronologically. The Book Drafts, Essays, Reviews and Teaching and General Notes sections are ordered alphabetically by folder heading. Talks are arranged by the date that the talk was given.
Source of Acquisition
Method of Acquisition
This material was donated by Isabelle Kaplan in two installments, the first on March 15, 2010, and the second on February 18, 2011, as part of accession #10-45 and #11-34, respectively.
Duplicate and out-of-scope materials were removed from the collection. A duplicate review of Kaplan’s work taken from Dietsche Warande en Belfort was removed. A catalog of books sold by Transaction was removed from the collection because there was no clear link to Kaplan’s work.
Ben Francis and Benn Joseph, June 2012.
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Clyne Farm Centre has 9 converted stone barns and cottages with modern facilities, 5 km from Swansea city centre and the Gower beaches. The unique accommodation overlooks Swansea Bay and on-site activities include horse riding, indoor climbing, archery and Challenge Valley - the muddiest assault course in the world. The cottages vary in size and each is self-contained with double and/or twin bedrooms. There is free WiFi in the main reception. The Gower beaches start 5 km away. Swansea University, the National Pool and Singleton Hospital are all 3 km away. The cottages are 8 km from the M4.
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The Future Of ATMs In The Hospitality Industry
The role of the ATM is changing with society’s diminished requirement for cash, and the increase in the use of mobile and digital payments.
As a result, there are many innovations happening around the world to keep ATMs relevant and useful to society. However, how ATMs develop in the hospitality industry, mainly pubs and clubs, could differ. There are signs that the modern venues are becoming a one-stop entertainment and lifestyle destination, with sporting facilities, entertainment offerings, bars and restaurants, and shopping, as well as gaming. Could it be that ATMs in pubs and clubs also evolve to serve a broader purpose than just cash access?
THE TRUTH ABOUT CASH
As digital payments become more commonplace right across the globe, there is some speculation that cash will disappear from society as soon as 2025.
Ron Delnevo, the head of the ATM Industry Association of Europe disagrees, saying “We are not seeing the use of cash falling away dramatically. The closure of bank branches is actually an opportunity for new-style smart ATMs, which will be the ‘touch point’ for you and your money on the high street and in shopping centres. We will be able to carry out 99% of the transactions we do in bank branches at ATMs instead.”
Closer to home, the RBA states that Australian consumers are using electronic payments in preference to cash for many transactions, however it looks as though there will still be a role for cash in the future, albeit a niche one.
SO WHAT DOES THIS TREND MEAN FOR THE FUTURE OF ATMS?
Rethinking ways to use ATMs
ATMs are clever machines that revolutionised the self-service access to cash over 50 years ago. With around 11,000 working components and a network to smart software systems, the ATM is one of the most sophisticated inventions of its time. Quite rightly ATM suppliers across the world are rethinking ways to use ATM technology which many believe is far from defunct.
Travel and Leisure magazine featured this innovative Brooklyn bar that has a beer ATM, for example. Capitalising on the preference for self-serve, they have repurposed the ATM functionality to pay out in beer, rather than cash.
Meanwhile, mobile ATMs are helping merchants across the globe to deposit large sums of cash in a more secure and convenient way.
In other news, find the right machine in the right location and you can now even buy bitcoin via non bank-operated ATMs.
ATM technologies that will improve customer experience
The development of modern technologies to keep the ATM relevant and useful in the broader community are simultaneously in motion.
NAB has been trialling artificial intelligence facial recognition that will enable customers to withdraw cash without their card or phone. The hope is that it will reduce the incidence of fraudulent transactions, as well as improving the customer experience.
The future of ATMs in the hospitality industry
Australia’s pub and clubs are a little more dependent on cash than many, thanks to strict gaming regulations. Therefore, having an ATM dispense cash to patrons will remain a core service within this industry.
However, ATM suppliers like Banktech are firmly focused on usage trends. Seeing ever more services being moved to smartphones, and a pub and club industry that is evolving to offer more relevant and useful services in one destination, perhaps it is also time to rethink the role of ATMs in the industry.
“Pubs and Clubs recycle cash through their venues, and have a strong focus on security,” explains Henry Kiwarkis, GM of Sales at Banktech. “At the same time, consistent closures of bank branches, post offices and news agencies has led to diminished access to varied payment and financial services. So, we’ve decided to transition the ATM into the digital age.”
Banktech sees the opportunity for pub and club ATMs to offer greater utility, and has re-imagined the role of the ATM with its ATMPlus product. An ATM that has the capability to offer a wide range of transactions, such as depositing funds into wallets, paying bills, topping up Opal cards, converting foreign currency and more, Banktech aims to enable the cash infrastructure to support digital transactions.
SO WHAT DOES THE FUTURE LOOK LIKE?
There is no denying that digital payments are on the rise and that the role of cash in society is narrowing. For Australia’s hospitality industry, mainly pubs and clubs, where cash is still required, there is an opportunity to think about the products and services that can bridge the gap between the cash and digital world, as well as offer diverse utility that will be valuable to members and customers.
Want to learn more about how Australia’s top venues are using technology to stay ahead of the curve? Our free ebook Pubs and Clubs of the Future gives real-life examples of how today’s best-performing venues stay popular and profitable. Download it now.


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A Designer’s View of an Immersive New Exhibition
At Thomas Late we were delighted to be invited to the private viewing of the Design Museum’s Football: Designing the Beautiful Game exhibition.
This is the first major exhibition devoted to design and football. It shines a light on all the amazing work done by architects, engineers, inventors, designers, and fans that makes the “beautiful game” so beautiful.
My own personal love affair with football began when I was 8 years old, whilst attending my very first match at St James’ Park in Newcastle with my father. Now, years later in my role as a designer at Thomas Lyte, I find myself in a wonderful place where my passion has become part of my profession. We are proud to work with football clubs, players and associations all over the world in the design and craft of elite silverware and bespoke objet, so I was intrigued by the prospect of this new exhibition.
The Design Museum
The Design Museum is a world-leading museum covering all fields of design, from architecture to graphic design, from fashion to industrial design.
Upon arriving at the museum in Kensington, we were welcomed into a huge atrium, winged by walkways, which rises up to a dramatic sweeping roof – an architectural marvel which remains from this building’s former life as the Commonwealth Insitute. Here we were treated to a champagne reception, whilst we met up with friends from within the football industry, before speeches from Museum Director Tim Marlow and Exhibition Curator Eleanor Watson.
With anticipation amongst the crowd building, it was time for kick-off.


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Renal sympathetic denervation: renal nerve stimulation
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|Co-supervisor:||dr. A. Elvan|
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This thesis is a collection of research regarding high blood pressure and renal sympathetic denervation. High blood pressure is a silent killer and a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Treatment of an elevated blood pressure can be achieved with medication. When medication fails and patients appear to suffer from drug resistant hypertension, a renal sympathetic denervation is a possible treatment. This is a way to burn away the nerves that influence the fight and flight mechanisms in your body from the inside of the renal arteries. By downscaling the sympathetic nerve activity the kidneys receive less information to create high blood pressure. The thesis shows the results of enhancement of the regular renal denervation with a technique that uses electrical energy to find these sympathetic nerves. The technique is called renal nerve stimulation. This is a new and functional approach to renal sympathetic denervation. The research demonstrates how renal nerve stimulation can be used to improve the ablation of the nerves, prevents unnecessary ablation of other nerves and possibly to identify when the procedure is finished. The final part of the thesis describes the randomized controlled trial that is currently recruiting patients with the heart rhythm disturbance atrial fibrillation. Patients with high blood pressure and atrial fibrillation might benefit from the regular treatment, which is isolation of the pulmonary veins, by adding renal sympathetic denervation to their treatment.


What to Wear for Winter Running: A Complete Guide
Winter running can be invigorating and refreshing, but it’s important to dress appropriately to stay comfortable and safe. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the essential clothing and gear you’ll need to tackle those cold-weather runs. From base layers to socks and running shoes, we’ve got you covered.
Why Dressing Right for Winter Running Matters
When the temperatures drop, your body’s natural response is to conserve heat by constricting blood vessels near the skin’s surface. This can make it challenging to stay warm during your runs. However, dressing in the right clothing layers can help you regulate your body temperature and prevent discomfort or even hypothermia.
Base Layers: The Foundation of Warmth
Base layers are crucial for winter running as they provide insulation and moisture-wicking properties. These thin, lightweight garments sit directly against your skin and help regulate your body temperature. Opt for long-sleeve tech shirts made of moisture-wicking fabrics such as merino wool or synthetic blends.
Example: A long-sleeve merino wool base layer, like the Icebreaker BodyfitZONE 200, is an excellent choice for cold-weather running.
Layering Up for Warmth and Flexibility
Layering is the key to staying comfortable during winter runs. By wearing several thin layers, you can easily add or remove clothing as your body temperature changes. This flexibility allows you to adapt to changing weather conditions and exertion levels.
Mid-weight Layer: Over your base layer, add a mid-weight layer such as a quarter-zip pullover or a lightweight fleece. This layer provides additional insulation and can be easily removed if you start to overheat.
Running Jacket: To protect yourself from wind and light rain or snow, invest in a windproof and water-resistant running jacket. Look for one with ventilation features to prevent overheating.
Outer Layer: In extremely cold or wet conditions, you may need an outer layer like a down jacket or a waterproof shell. This layer provides the ultimate protection against the elements.
Example: The Patagonia Houdini Jacket is a lightweight, packable windbreaker that offers excellent protection without sacrificing breathability.
Bottoms: Keeping Your Legs Warm
When it comes to choosing bottoms for winter running, consider the temperature and your personal comfort level. Here are some options to consider:
Running Tights: Running tights are the go-to choice for many winter runners. Look for insulated tights made of moisture-wicking materials to keep your legs warm and dry.
Running Pants: If you prefer looser fitting bottoms or need extra warmth, opt for running pants made of thermal materials. These pants provide insulation while still allowing for freedom of movement.
Example: The Nike Pro HyperWarm tights are designed to keep you warm and dry with their thermal fabric and sweat-wicking technology.
Head and Hands: Protecting Your Extremities
Headband or Beanie: To keep your ears warm, wear a headband or beanie made of moisture-wicking and insulating materials. This will help prevent heat loss from your head, which is significant in cold weather.
Gloves or Mittens: Your hands are vulnerable to the cold, so invest in a pair of running gloves or mittens. Look for options with touchscreen compatibility if you need to use your phone while running.
Example: The Smartwool Merino 250 Cuffed Beanie is made of warm and moisture-wicking merino wool, perfect for keeping your head cozy during winter runs.
Socks: Keeping Your Feet Warm and Dry
Cold and wet feet can quickly ruin a winter run. Invest in moisture-wicking and insulating socks to keep your feet dry and warm. Look for options made of merino wool or synthetic blends designed specifically for running.
Running Shoes: Traction and Protection
Choosing the right running shoes for winter running is essential for traction and protection against the elements. Look for shoes with the following features:
Grip: Opt for shoes with a lugged or trail-specific outsole to provide better traction on slippery surfaces.
Water Resistance: Consider shoes with water-resistant uppers or a waterproof membrane to keep your feet dry in wet conditions.
Insulation: If you live in an area with extremely cold temperatures, look for shoes with added insulation to keep your feet warm.
Featured: The New Balance 1080 v12 is a popular choice for winter running, offering excellent traction and waterproof protection.
Accessories: Enhancing Visibility and Comfort
Reflective Gear: As daylight hours are shorter in winter, it’s crucial to prioritise visibility. Wear reflective vests, armbands, or jackets to make yourself more visible to motorists.
Sunglasses: Even in winter, protecting your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays is essential. Wear sunglasses with UV protection to shield your eyes from glare and potential damage.
Adjusting for Temperature and Weather Conditions
Remember that the ideal clothing choices may vary depending on the temperature, wind chill, and other weather conditions. Use the following guidelines to adjust your attire accordingly:
Temperature: As a general rule, add 5 to 10 degrees Celsius to the outside temperature to calculate your running temperature. Adjust your clothing layers based on this calculation, considering your body size, run pace, and the length of your run.
Wind Chill: Take the wind chill factor into account when dressing for your run. If there’s a significant wind chill, add an additional 5 to 10 degrees to the lower temperature to ensure you stay warm.
Additional Tips for Winter Running Comfort
Warm-Up Indoors: Before heading out for your run, warm up indoors to raise your body temperature. This will help you start your run feeling warmer and more comfortable.
Run Against the Wind: When running on windy days, try to run against the wind on your way out and have the wind at your back on your return. This will prevent you from getting chilled quickly when you’re wet and sweaty.
Stay Dry: Moisture management is crucial in winter running. Choose moisture-wicking fabrics for your clothing layers and avoid cotton, as it retains moisture and can make you feel colder.
Protect Your Skin: Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to exposed areas of skin, even in winter. The sun’s rays can still cause damage, especially when reflected off snow.
Stay Hydrated: Although you may not feel as thirsty during winter runs, it’s essential to stay hydrated. Cold air can be dehydrating, so remember to drink water before, during, and after your run.
With the right clothing and gear, you can conquer winter running without sacrificing comfort or safety. Layer up with moisture-wicking base layers, mid-weight garments, and a windproof jacket. Protect your extremities with a headband or beanie, gloves or mittens, and moisture-wicking socks. Choose running shoes with good traction and consider adding reflective gear for visibility. Adjust your attire based on temperature and weather conditions, and don’t forget to warm up, stay dry, and hydrate. Now, lace up your shoes and hit the winter roads with confidence!
Remember, winter running can be challenging but also incredibly rewarding. Embrace the cold, stay prepared, and enjoy the unique beauty of running in colder temperatures.


text: Innocenti Publications Council of Europe Actions to promote children's rights to protection from all forms of violence Published: 2005 Innocenti Publications The Council of Europe was established to defend parliamentary democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Pursuing the fundamental rights of everyone to respect for their human dignity and physical integrity, the Council is making a powerful impact on the protection of children from all forms of violence across the continent. Its varied components have contributed to making violence against children more visible - and thus revealed the size of the task remaining to prevent and eliminate it. This publication summarises and references the most relevant actions. + - Cite this publication | No. of pages: 35 | Thematic area: Child Protection | Tags: child abuse and neglect, children's rights, council of europe, implementation of the crc, violence × COPY BIBLIOGRAPHIC CITATION 2005 Council of Europe Actions to promote children's rights to protection from all forms of violence. , pp. 35.

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