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The publicly available sex offender registry should be abolished.
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I oppose the existence of a publicly available sex offender registry. Note that this argument deals only with a registry that all citizens can access. I am not arguing that a record should not be kept by law enforcement. I also oppose background checks, but that is not material to this argument. I am confining the scope of this argument to publicly available sex offender registries. This in no way suggests that I am okay with rape or any other sex offense. To assert that would be to assert a false dilemma. I could as easily say that if you don't support cutting off hands for shoplifting, then you support shoplifting.
1)Sex offenders have an extremely low recidivism rate.
Sex offenders have the lowest recidivism rate of any group of offenders, and it isn't even close. All legitimate sources will confirm this. (Note: blogs, random websites, and the Huffington Post are not legitimate sources for data, criminal databases are.)
If the numbers were not available, we could simply think about the rational effect of a registry. The registry causes these people to become social pariahs, so their options for consensual relationships are severely curtailed if not completely obliterated. The problem with this is that if they will now have the option of no relationship or forcing their way on someone. If someone has been rehabilitated and is then thrust into this situation I would suggest their odds of reverting to their former state rises. Thankfully the rate of recidivism is, as previously stated, very low, but it would seem that the registry is more likely to raise the rate of recidivism than lower it.
The registry does not really protect anyone, it is just extra punishment beyond the prison time that the offenders serve. These offenders have already served their time, and if qualified professionals (ie psychiatrists) think a person is still likely to be a danger to society but has served his sentence, he should be getting therapy to treat his disorder and possibly confined in some way(eg a tracking ankle bracelet or confinement to a facility to treat these offenders).
If you disagree with my conclusion that the registry should be abolished as it is cruel and unusual punishment, then it seems to follow that you should think anyone convicted of any offense should be put on a registry because any other offender is far more likely to re-offend.
2)The sex offender registry is horribly abused by the public.
What is the real use of the sex offender registry? We brand sex offenders with a scarlet letter(the sex offender registry). This is then used by bullies and sadists so they can find someone they can harass or attack while claiming that they are doing something heroic. In truth, they are just cowards looking for approval. Similarly, those who set up stings to catch pedophiles online have been shown to falsify information and entrap people as was the case with Letzgohunting when they made a profile of a person of legal age then when the meeting was scheduled sent a text minutes before the meeting telling their mark that the girl was "actually" 15. They then chased him around town filming him and sending the film to his place of work to shame him for a thing he did not do all in the name of seeming like heroes for attacking someone they falsely claimed fit into a group that society deems worthy of harassment and attacks. I do not have statistical data on how common these attacks are. I know they exist based on news reports, but I have no way to compute their frequency.
Before I begin I would like to thank the pro for choosing me for this debate. In this debate I will be giving reasons as to why sex offender registry should be publicy available.
Rebuttal 1-Sex offenders have an extremely low recidivism rate.
The pro did not list any sources as to how low recidivism rates for sex offenders are so it is truly hard to know what "low" is, but I will do my best to rebut this."The 61 studies provided information on 28,972 sexual offenders, although sample sizes were smaller for any particular analysis"."When recidivism was defined as any reoffense, the rates were predictably higher: 36.3% overall (n = 19,347), 36,9% for the child molesters (n = 3,363), and 46,2% for rapists (n = 4,017). These averages should be considered cautiously because they are based on diverse methods and follow-up periods, and many sexual offenses remain undetected."[1] After reading through this paragraph there are a few things we will look at to do some calculations recidivism of any offense is 36.3% out of 28,927 sex offenders which is equal to 19,347. As of 2015 there are 811,389 registered sex offenders in the U.S[2]. So if we take 33.3% of 811,389 we get 270,192 repeat offenders. This is a fairly large number even though the Pro stated that there was only a small percentage of repeat offenders.
The pro states "The problem with this is that if they will now have the option of no relationship or forcing their way on someone." If a former sex offender chooses the latter of these two options wouldn't that mean that te had never changed to begin with. With this in mind wouldn't it be better for people to be aware of possible threats?
Next the Pro stated "If you disagree with my conclusion that the registry should be abolished as it is cruel and unusual punishment, then it seems to follow that you should think anyone convicted of any offense should be put on a registry." This is quite untrue due to the fact that many crimes such as theft are nearly impossible to prevent, so a registry for that wouldn't matter.
Rebuttal 2- The sex offender registry is horribly abused by the public.
The talks about the Letzgo Hunting group is irrelevant due to the fact that they do not use the sex offender registry to find their "victims", but rather set out to find unregistered offenders by using chat rooms.
Argument 1- safety
The registration of sex offenders is very important for safety reasons. For example when moving to a new city with your family(if you don't have one you can imagine) wouldn't you want to know how safe it is. Of course you can check how many burgularies, grand theft autos, and murders occur but you would still be missing the amount of sex offenders in the area. Due to this you wouldn't have even been able know if it was safe let your children walk to school, or walk down the street to the store. For this reason public access to the sex offender registry is a necessity. I await the pro's response.
[2] http://www.parentsformeganslaw.org...
Here are some appropriate numbers:
"Within 3 years following their 1994 state prison release, 5.3 percent of sex offenders (men who had committed rape or sexual assault) were rearrested for another sex crime"
"Within 3 years, 2.5% of the 3,138 released rapists were rearrested for another rape, and 1.2% of the 4,443 persons who had served time for homicide were rearrested for a homicide. Among other offenses, the percentages rearrested for the same category of offense for which they were just in prison were 13.4% of released robbers 22.0% of released assaulters
23.4% of released burglars 33.9% of released larcenists 11.5% of released thieves of motor vehicles 19.0% of released defrauders 41.2% of released drug offenders."
As you can see, the only group less likely to repeat their crime are murderers. Every other category is significantly more likely to repeat their crime.
As to people who had not been reformed, I already clearly said that people should be evaulated and possibly monitored by law enforcement, but not by regular citizens.
Personally, I think a very easy way to make burglary less likely is to not move into an apartment that houses burglars. A registry would be very helpful with this. Also, what makes you think it is easier to prevent a sex crime than a burglary? If someone breaks into your house to commit a crime whether it is to rape you or to rob you, there is not much you can do about it at that point.
To your second rebuttal:
The point of the Letzgo hunting group is that they are a symptom of the idea that attacking sex offenders is acceptable which is perpetuated by the registry which flags the second least likely group to repeat their crime as the most appropriate people to target.
To your safety argument:
You can already get the rate of sex offenses in a city, you do not need the individual names of offenders to know how likely rape is in the community. Additionally, the registry only lets you find these people at their home and place of work. It does not help you identify them anywhere else. A new haircut, not having mugshot face on, or wearing sunglasses will make the person anonymous, so knowing the individual's information will not help you in places like parks or outside of schools.
Another problem is that this suggests that if nobody has yet been convicted of a sex offense in a community it would be a good idea to let small children wander around unsupervised. Sex offenders are not born on the registry, they need to offend before this happens, so assuming that nobody on the registry means kids won't be raped is not a particularly good assumption. Using a registry to guess that your kids will not be assaulted is not a good way to prevent assaults. Making sure they are supervised is.
Another problem is even if you personally knew and could identify every single past present and future offender in your town, that leaves one big gap. Somebody could just go and do his raping in a town where he would not be recognized. Again, a registry would not help you.
One thing must be pointed out at this point, not every sex offender is a child molester. Sex offenses happen to children, adults, men, and women. You seem focused on one subset of offenders.
My conclusion at this point is that the registry does not make you any safer, it still only provides a means to harass people who have already served their sentence and prevent them from leading productive lives once they are allowed back into society.
TBSmothers forfeited this round.
I would not steal a loaf of bread today because I have access to food, but if I became impoverished and was starving(in a non welfare country), I might. This is analogous to the idea that stamping ex offenders with a scarlet letter could be raising the probability of recidivism.
I regret saying this but, due to my 2nd round forfeiture I concede all 7 points to the pro.
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Parish nurses have specialized training. They have studied various courses in related pastoral care topics and participate in regular support and education meetings with other Parish Nurses both locally and nationally.
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Your community churches with active Parish Nurse Ministries
St. Philip Neri , Roman Catholic Church
1902 Munroe Avenue, Saskatoon, 306-343-0325
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Updated December 2015
LLLGB Mothers
Photo: Athena courtesy of Lena Ostroff
Ask any breastfeeding mother why she has chosen to breastfeed and she is likely to tell you about the benefits to her baby, family and herself, as well as the joy and satisfaction of being able to meet her baby's needs for food, protection, and security through breastfeeding.
Some adoptive mothers choose to nurture their baby at the breast for the same powerful and compelling reasons.
How does breastfeeding your adopted baby work?
Milk production
During pregnancy, hormones cause the milk-making cells and milk ducts in the breast to enlarge and multiply. From late in pregnancy colostrum, a low-volume milk, high in protein and antibodies, is produced. After birth, milk is produced and released in response to your baby's suckling and the hormones prolactin and oxytocin. For a mother who has previously breastfed, stimulating the breasts to produce milk without pregnancy and child birth is called relactation. If you have never had a baby before, this process is called induced lactation.
Milk production depends upon a number of factors, including:
• Your baby's age and willingness to breastfeed effectively.
• Frequency of breastfeeding and/or milk expression.
• Whether you have ever been pregnant and how long ago.
• Effective treatment of any medical conditions you have, for example, thyroid problems or diabetes.
• Extent of any previous damage to your chest/ breasts/nipples, for example, surgery, burn or other injury.
• Extent of any previous damage to the pituitary gland in your brain (where the necessary hormones are produced).
• Reason for any infertility.
• Practical and emotional support available to you.
It's possible to induce lactation successfully and increase milk production just by breastfeeding frequently and/or expressing.
It can take anything from a few days to a few weeks to be able to express a few drops of milk. You can express as you prepare for the arrival of your baby and/or while you encourage him to the breast. Certain hormonal, herbal, pharmacological and dietary treatments can also help stimulate milk production. Galactogogues are effective only when combined with frequent nursing or expressing.
You can also stimulate breast development and induce lactation using oral contraceptives. www.asklenore.info describes various protocols, depending upon how long it will be before you are likely to welcome your new baby into your family.
Learning to breastfeed
Your adopted baby will probably have already experienced bottle-feeding, and breastfeeding may be a new experience for him. He may take to it quickly or need time and patience to get used to this new way of feeding. Mothers have found that even babies older than three or four months can still learn to breastfeed.
Breastfeeding may be a new experience for you too, so finding good support and information on the basics, including comfortable positioning and attachment will be invaluable. It may help to talk to an LLL Leader or attend your local LLL group, where you can be sure of support, even if you attend while bottle-feeding.
Close contact really helps
Offer lots of close contact and carrying, either skin-to-skin or lightly dressed, to help your baby associate close contact with pleasure and comfort. Offering to breastfeed before your baby is too hungry or when he is sleepy may help him respond instinctively to the sensations of being held at the breast. Breastfeeding, rather than using a pacifier when your baby needs to comfort suck, can encourage him to nurse more too.
Some of your adopted baby's feeds may need to be supplemented with artificial infant milk. There are alternatives to using a bottle that can help your baby with the transition to breastfeeding, depending on your baby's age and previous feeding experiences. These options include supplemental nursing systems/nursing supplementer*, cup feeding, spoon-feeding, and feeding with a syringe or dropper.
Monitoring your baby's weight gain and keeping a check on his wet and dirty diapers will be a guide that he is getting enough milk.
Powdered infant formula is not a sterile product. To reduce health risks associated with using infant formula, follow carefully the guidelines for preparing it and use water at 70°C.
The devices used to give the artificial milk need to be washed in hot, soapy water and sterilized.
All mothers need to look after their own health by remembering to eat a good diet and to drink to thirst. This is as important for adoptive mothers as it is for birth mothers.
Signs that your milk is increasing include:
• Hormonal changes, such as a brief slump in mood before your milk appears.
• Breasts feeling hotter, tingling, fuller or heavier.
• Leaking milk and/or being able to express more milk.
• Your baby gains weight and produces more wet and dirty diapers, especially yellow, mustard-colored stools.
• Your baby starts to refuse supplements.
Take things at the right pace for your baby. There is no right or wrong way to feed your adopted baby and you will probably prefer whichever option enables you both to relax, enjoy and get to know each other. Breastfeeding an adopted baby can be a wonderfully fulfilling and satisfying experience. It is probably best entered into with equal measures of optimism and realism for mother and baby to enjoy any special breastfeeding
* a supplementary nursing system/nursing or at-breast supplementer is a bottle with thin tubes that attach to the nipple. When the baby sucks at both the breast and the tube, she gets milk from the bottle while the suckling stimulates the mother's breast.
Extracted and adapted from Relactation & Induced Lactation no. 3104 available from La Leche League GB.
Hormann, E. Breastfeeding An Adoptive Baby And Relactation. Schaumburg, IL: LLLI, 2006.
LLLI The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, 8th edition, Schaumburg, IL: LLLI, 2010.
LLLI The Breastfeeding Answer Book. Schaumburg, IL: LLLI, 2003.
Mohrbacher, N. Breastfeeding Answers Made Simple. Amarillo, Tx: Hale Publishing, 2010.
West, D. and Marasco, L. The Breastfeeding Mother's Guide To Making More Milk. McGraw- Hill, 2009.
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Gribble, K. Breastfeeding the adopted child
Schnell, A. Breastfeeding Without Birthing
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As a string of thunderstorms rolled through Harris County last week, local flood control officials were monitoring creeks and bayous, all of which stayed safely in their banks.
That's in sharp contrast to last spring, when back-to-back floods dumped biblical amounts of rain, prompting many Houston residents to wonder if heavy downpours were the new normal thanks to climate change.
Local leaders aren't sure. They are still searching for definitive proof, bristling at the notion that current climate change projections should alter flood control efforts.
"We don't knee-jerk react to having a very wet year," said Russ Poppe, the new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District, about 2016.
Instead, the district is seeking more data about rainfall frequency as it considers the idea that climate change might be increasing heavy downpours. County officials have contributed funding to a federal study to update that information for Texas, a task not expected to be complete until mid-2018.
Many scientists say that concerns about climate change are justified, pointing to studies that suggest Houston and other coastal cities can expect more frequent flooding in the not-so-distant future. Some believe that climate change is already influencing the extreme weather here.
"The No. 1 question people ask when there's an extreme event is, 'Is this climate change or is this natural?' " said Katharine Hayhoe, the acclaimed climate scientist from Texas Tech University. "The answer is that human-induced climate change has irrevocably altered the background conditions of our atmosphere. And so everything that happens now has some component of climate change. The question is now, how much?"
Houston struggles to stay afloat
Life in Houston is becoming all too predictable – first, the rain. Then, the floods. Why is this happening? And what can be done to stop it? Read our full flooding coverage and explore interactive tools at HoustonChronicle.com/Swamped.


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OAKLAND, Calif. --Oakland will begin deciding who is worthy of receiving one of only four permits needed to run a medical marijuana pot farm in the city.
The permits are expected to go to the largest and wealthiest growers because one permit will cost $211,000 each year. City records show about 300 groups have expressed an interest in obtaining a license.
The city council approved the plan in July, making Oakland the first city in the nation to license wholesale pot cultivation.


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Friday, February 20, 2009
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There seems to be some preconceived notions out there about Organic and Natural lawn care: These methods have little or no effect.
While it is true that under the new legislation banning pesticides for cosmetic use, there are no quick miracle cures for a weed infested lawn, alternative eco-friendly methods have been proven to work over time when applied as directed.
The reason the process will be slower is because we've spent years creating super weeds and pesticide resistant bugs, so it only stands to reason turning around and swimming back up stream is going to take a little time and could be difficult.
I believe the best defence to keeping your lawn in a visually-pleasing, weed-free paradigm, is education and following the simple steps that have always worked: Regular intervals of fertilization, yearly aeration and over-seeding, proper cutting and dethatching, efficient watering, and spotting troubled areas before they spread.
It sounds like a lot of work and at times, it can be. That's why it is important to choose a sound lawn maintenance program whether through a Lawn Care professional, or if you're a do-it-yourselfer.
Give eco-friendly a chance. It works if you let it and as far as the Provincial Government is concerned, you really have no other options.
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Saturday, February 7, 2009
Sarritor: fact or fiction?
I've been hearing a lot about Sarritor as an effective weed control and thought it was about time to explore this product, since some lawn companies are pushing it as "God's gift to weed control". Let's compare it to other methods of organic weed control.
Sarritor: A product developed by Dr. Allan Watson at McGill University. Sarritor is a naturally occurring fungus. When applied to a broad leaf weed, the fungus will grow into the weed and absorb the plant tissues until the weed is completely gone. Once the weed is gone, the fungus disappears.
Control: Basically for dandelions. Little or no effect on other broad leaf weeds.
Application: Spot treatment.
Time: It usually takes between 5 and 7 days to eliminate the weeds while leaving white fungal blotches on your lawn until weed is gone.
Lawn Flag: Although registered by the PMRA, pesticide signage is needed. So if you were thinking you were going to escape the guilt trip from an eco-conscious neighbour, think again.
What you need to do: Watering is the most important aspect of getting this product to work. Watering the lawn after the application is finished, or as soon as possible, you need to water for a minimum of 15 mins. If rain is not forecasted for the next few days then you may be required to keep the lawn moist for the next few days, to ensure it does not dry out.
Normal mowing practices can be resumed 3 days after the application of Sarritor. Also try to avoid heavy traffic on the lawn for at least 3 days to allow the product to work more effectively.
Cost: The cheapest 1 year program I could find in Durham with this product was $237.15 prepaid for 4,000 square feet of lawn, but did not include aeration.
Turf Maize Pro: Corn Gluten Meal, organic mixture acts as a fertilizer,crab grass pre-emergent, weed inhibitor.
Control: Smooth crabgrass, all broad leaf weeds.
Application: Broadcast in a spreader at 10 lbs per 1,000 square feet. Will leave the lawn looking slightly orange. This product must be applied as a preemergent in the spring and a post emergent in the fall for best result.
Time: Unlike the previous product, the lawns hue will return to normal with precipitation or watering. This is a preventative application and has little or no effect after the weed has established.
Lawn Flag: If applied as a fertilizer, no pesticide sign is needed.
What you need to do: Water this product, or wait for natural precipitation if it is forecast soon after application.
Cost: Approx $249.00 for the season, included 1 application of Turf Maize Pro as well as aeration and over-seeding based on 4,000 square feet.
Traditional methods: Otherwise known as pulling the frickin' weed out by hand.
Control: Everything if you want to spend hours picking it all out.
Application: Spot treatment. A Weed Hound device I find works best. The Fisker weed pullers take too much of your turf.
Time: Although a little more time consuming than Sarritor spot treatment, you don't have to wait for the weed to die. You simply pull it and it's gone as long as you get the root.
Lawn Flag: Regular company flag, or none at all.
What you need to do: Nothing.
Cost: The most budget conscious program I could find with this element in it, was $149.00 prepaid for the year based on 4,000 square feet.
Eco-clear: Organic liquid compound. Works well on driveways and interlocking, but is not recommended for lawn treatment unless you're looking to kill everything around the treated area much like Round-up. Applied in spot treatment usually and is relatively effective on all weed types.
Regardless of what method or product you decide to use the best way to keep your lawn weed-free and healthy is by a sound maintenance regimen of fertilization, over-seeding, aeration, irrigation, dethatching and cutting. If that's not working , you need to have the soil tested, because there are deeper issues at work.
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The Globe and Mail reported last month that the average Ontario family is having a difficult time finding homes to accommodate their expanding families. As housing prices surge, some experts say home renovations may be the answer. If done properly, this could also lead to maximizing the value of your home when and if you choose to sell. Below are five of our top reno tips!
1) Increase efficiency, not size
You don't necessarily need to blow out walls to create more space. Reorganizing your kitchen is a great place to start—replace space-hogging shelves with more compact cabinets. Designing custom cabinets with pull-outs and dividers is more cost-effective than a complete kitchen makeover.
2) Bring in natural light without adding windows
To brighten up a windowless bathroom or hallway you could install a light tube, which slips between roof rafters and funnels sunshine down into your living space.
3) Tap your contractor's sources
On every job site there is a ton of what is usually thought of as waste. Speak to your contractor about collecting materials from their other job sites and you could save yourself money. Some people's leftovers could turn into part of your new hardwood floors!
4) Recreating the outdoors
You don't necessarily need to have a green thumb to enhance your home. Adding shrubs or trees at the front of your home, or even a pathway to the property are cost-effective ways to add extra value if done well. Remember, first impressions count!
5) Make decisions early
Before the contractors and construction crews make their way into your home, head to your local hardware store or home building centre and peruse the aisles for what you want; and make sure it's in your budget. If you aren't specific about what you want from your contractor you could end up paying more than you bargained for.


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Preston Bradley Center (The Peoples Church)
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J.E.O. Pridmore, 1926
This church, designed by a renowned theater architect, boasts a main auditorium that seats over 1200 on three levels. The sanctuary is noted for its superb acoustics – and for eschewing typical church design elements. The building was renamed in honor of Dr. Preston Bradley, pastor of the church for 66 years and member of the Chicago Public Library board for 50 years. From this building, Bradley was the first Chicago preacher to broadcast services, a ministry which reached a national audience of millions for decades—and inspired Guiding Light, the longest-running soap opera of all time. The small congregation is quite active, and welcomes other nonprofits' use of the building, including the Uptown Arts Center, Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band, and others. The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000 as part of the Uptown Square Historic District.


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Scrip Cards are simply gift cards that you purchase through SCS that are used just like cash. You can use these cards to buy every day items like groceries, clothing, gas, movie tickets, building supplies, etc. Many of our local restaurants are on the retailer listing. For specific questions regarding the Scrip program call the business office at 410-546-0661.
You, your friends, family, spouse's coworkers, neighbors, etc... By ordering scrip cards through SCS, you can earn money against your tuition costs or other fees.
For example: If you purchase a $40 Chili's gift card (11%), and $30 worth of Regal movie tickets (8%) and $50 Giant card (4%).... The total earned for that order is $8.80. SCS will split the proceeds with you.... You get $4.40 and the school gets $4.40. "It all adds up." The more you use the scrip cards for everyday purchases, the faster your savings will add up! At the end of the school year (or sooner if needed) SCS's business manager will let you know how much you have earned so you can deduct it from your next tuition payment or re-registration fee.
When people hear about scrip, many ask, "what's the catch?" The catch – if there is one – is that families need to plan ahead a little and do their normal shopping with gift cards.
By simply planning ahead on everyday purchases like groceries, gas, restaurants, clothes, entertainment and home repair, the average family can earn at least $11 a week. That modest number adds up quickly - over $500 a year for an average family is not unusual.
Check out the vendors and make your purchases through SCS today!
Scrip Order Form - Fill out the form and attach a check written out to SCS and send it into the Business Office. Orders are placed twice a month on the 15th and the 30th. If the date falls on a weekend, SCS waits until Monday to place the order. It takes approximately 3 days to receive the order. The business office will call or email you to let you know your order is ready to be picked up.
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Buyer, however, may take any number of extra ten box case lots we have on hand at the same per-box price, and with no additional shipping charges. This ammunition is NOT designed for ejection from a revolver or revolving rifle or shotgun like the Taurus Judge or Rossi Circuit Judge. We began using and selling Fiocchi Ammunition in the mid 1980s, shortly after Fiocchi USA opened shop in nearby Ozark, Missouri. We've had excellent results with it now for 30 years. This is Fiocchi's Premium VIP grade target shotshells in .410 gauge. Their quality is well attested on skeet ranges and in target competition throughout the world. Our own target interest here in West Tennessee and Northeast Mississippi is the Highland Moccasin, and its colleague, the Copperhead, neither of whom are equipped with an early warning system like the Eastern Diamondback Rattler. Manufacturer and warrantor is Fiocchi USA, made from components produced by Fiocchi Munizioni SPA of Lecco, Italy. 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"Impossible" soy-derived burger looks and tastes just like meat
Imagine the perfect burger.
It's a full sensory experience: taste, smell, sound, sight, and feel. It's fragrant and savory. It sizzles on the grill. It has a browned exterior and a pink, juicy middle. You know to make sure there's a napkin nearby before you take your first bite.
Now imagine all that, but the patty is 100 percent plant-based. Sound impossible?SciTech | April 30, 2018
CEE researchers' geophonic sensors could help prevent falls
Smart buildings are no longer restricted to the realm of Disney Channel original movies.
Dr. Hae Young Noh, an assistant professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) department at Carnegie Mellon University, works on "structures as sensors" — that is, embedding sensors in buildings and other objects so they can tell us what the humans in and around them are doing.SciTech | April 16, 2018
Biomineralization: protecting baby birds for 500 million years
Eggshells, of course, have the important job of providing adequate protection for the developing chick it contains, allowing it to develop outside of a hen's uterus. But, it doesn't just have to be strong — it also needs to allow the chick to escape when its development is complete.SciTech | April 9, 2018


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Get from the airport to central Paris — with minimum hassle. Most travelers get from the CDG airport to central Paris by taxi. It's the easiest way to get from the airport if you haven't arranged a private car or shuttle – and requires no advanced booking. After you land (most likely at Terminal 2A or 2E of Charles de Gaulle Airport), you go through customs & immigration, then follow the signs to baggage claim, where you can grab a luggage cart.
If you are approached by anyone posing as taxi driver when leaving the baggage claim area, just ignore him and walk to the taxi line-up. These are scam artists who will charge you many times the usual fare.
After that, follow our handy advice below to find the taxi queue nearest to your exit gate. Paris taxis are regulated and are generally clean and convenient. The downside is that the wait for a taxi is sometimes long – either the lines are long or taxis are slow in arriving. When you're coming off 8 or 12 or 20 hours of travel, this can be trying. That's one reason we always use a private car service for our trips into Paris from the airport. It makes our arrival in Paris so much the better.
To catch a taxi, get into the taxi line-up at your terminal, there's only one line-up at each terminal and you simply follow the signs to get there.
These days, most of the taxi line-ups have attendants helping to move the line along. It can be a bit hectic, but also kind of fun! Although, as we said, be prepared to wait a while, especially if a number of flights have just landed.
Here are where you find the taxi lines at the terminals of CDG: they are all relatively close to the baggage areas —
If you have a small child (in a stroller works best) or are disabled, you don't need to wait in the taxi line-up (or, for that matter, almost any line-up in France). Make yourself known to the queue attendant and he will whisk you into the next available cab. One tip is to have your infant in the stroller so you are easily noticed.
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Many, if not most, Paris taxi drivers do not speak English, but be certain to greet yours with "Bonjour, Monsieur". Even if you don't think your pronunciation is very good, it will get you off on the right foot.
If you don't speak French (or if your accent is as bad as ours!), we recommend that you hand the driver a piece of paper with the name of your hotel and the address. (Prepare this before you leave home).
Taxi fares are posted on the passenger window and are easy to interpret. Taxi fare from the airport to anyplace in central Paris is now set at 50€ to 55€.
Most Paris taxis still don't accept credit cards, so be sure to have about 100€ cash with you. (Get it before you leave home.)
It is not necessary to tip your taxi driver. He will charge you 1€ per extra piece of luggage (the first two pieces are free) on top of the fare on the meter. If he tries to charge you more, complain. Just saying "Non" and pointing to the fare sign posted on the cab window usually works.
Only get into taxis that are in the line-ups at the exit doors we listed above. Available taxis can be identified by the light on the roof of the vehicle — if the light is on, it's available. And, as we said, we find that most taxi lines these days have an attendant who helps to move things along.
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France has a strong academic tradition and is committed to investing in research and education. Here's what French academics make.
We are looking for outstanding candidates, eager to join to a team of PhD students in a European Innovative Training Network.
The DOC-3D-CERAM network, 'Development Of Ceramics 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing', is a transnational multidisciplinary EU network focused on ceramics 3D printing or Ceramics Additive manufacturing applied on medical and aerospace fields. The penetration of 3D-printing processes in the ceramics industry remains low. Indeed, the additive manufacturing community addresses mostly metallic or polymeric materials, and the ceramics industry lacks skilled researchers likely to exploit academic proofs of concepts to innovations. The aim of the project is to develop the whole value chain of ceramics 3D printing from elaborating feedstock to testing in products for commercialisation.
This DOC-3D-CERAM team includes six academic, one non-profit association and seven non-academic partners with varied expertise. Structured PhD training at the host institution will include participation in network meetings, workshops and secondments to academic and industrial partner institutes. The young researchers will experience working environments in different countries and have opportunities to create their own personal networks.
Number of positions available: 14
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The successful candidates will receive an attractive salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations for early stage researchers. The exact salary will be confirmed upon appointment and is dependent on the country correction factor (to allow for the difference in cost of living in different EU Member States). The salary includes a living allowance, a mobility allowance and a family allowance (if married or with children). The PhD funding is for 36 months (i.e. EC funding, additional funding is possible, depending on local Supervisor). In addition to their individual scientific projects, all fellows will benefit from further continuing education, which includes internships and secondments, a variety of training modules as well as transferable skills courses and active participation in workshops and conferences.
Eligibility criteria
Early-stage researchers (ESR) are those who are, at the time of recruitment by the host, in the first four years (full-time equivalent) of their research careers. This is measured from the date when they obtained the degree which formally entitles them to embark on a doctorate, either in the country in which the degree was obtained or in the country in which the research training is provided, irrespective of whether or not a doctorate was envisaged. That means typically, for European (or Worldwide) applicants, in the first four years after their Master degree.
Conditions of international mobility of researchers: Researchers are required to undertake trans-national mobility (i.e. move from one country to another) when taking up the appointment. At the time of selection by the host organisation, researchers must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of their host organisation for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to their recruitment. Short stays, such as holidays, are not taken into account.
English language: Network fellows (ESRs) must demonstrate that their ability to understand and express themselves in both written and spoken English is sufficiently high for them to derive the full benefit from the network training.
Selection process
All applications will be reviewed by a panel made up of at least two members representative of two different organisations. A balance between academic and non-academic members will be sought as well as representation from at least two different countries.
The best candidates for each position, based on their merit, will be shortlisted and invited for an interview. Interviews will be organised shortly after the application deadline and be conducted via Skype.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
In 2015, the month-long celebration of the Hispanic heritage begins September 15. The month lasts from September 15 until October 15. This American celebration started in 1968. Did you know that the term Hispanic refers to New World people of Spanish descent? Here are some other interesting facts.
Why September 15 as a starting date?
It seems odd to start the month in the middle of one month and end in the middle of the other month. President Lyndon B. Johnson chose September 15 because it is Independence Day for five Hispanic countries. He declared the week of the 15 to be Hispanic Heritage Week. President Ronald Reagan expanded it to extend between the two months.
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua celebrate their independence on the 15. For Mexico, it is the 16th, and Chile celebrates Independence Day on September 18. President Reagan lengthened it to cover Columbus day on October 12.
Who are Hispanics or Latinos?
Generally, the term refers to people in the New World who have Spanish heritage. This includes people of different races. In the 2010 US census, a Hispanic person could choose one of the following:
- Chicano
- Cuban
- Mexican
- Mexican American
- Puerto Rican
- "another Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin"
That census found that 50.5 million people classified themselves as "Hispanic."
People celebrate this around the country.
Some larger towns and cities will feature celebrations of Hispanic heritage. UWM's Roberto Hernández Center in Milwaukee and other university cultural centers may offer events. Many places, such as Delavan, near Milwaukee, celebrate Hispanic heritage in May with Cinco de Mayo festivals.
This month, consider visiting a cultural center or indulging in an authentic meal. Try enjoying a bowl of delicious Carne Guisada, or beef stew. Or decorate a Halloween skull as a tribute to the dead, Hispanic style. Celebrating Hispanic heritage can be fun!
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Before writing for Internet sites, Terrie wrote for print magazines, including "Cricket" and several Dell puzzle magazines. After receiving an Associates Degree in Supervisory Management with an emphasis on Business, she ghostwrites many blogs and professional articles. Her writing repertoire covers several subjects, such as camping, writing, and Life's Experiences. As a daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother, she often writes about family issues.


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The Confessions of Max Tivoli
We picked this book in our Reading Group as our book choice for January and I finished it in 1.5 days flat! It's an easy read with some fantastic turn of phrases peppered throughout the narrative. But before I talk about the style, let me give you a brief plot summary. It's the story of Max Tivoli who suffers from a rare (and I guess fictitious) disease that makes him age young! So, Max is born as an old man and dies as a toddler. Why toddler and why not new born, you may wonder. But to answer would be giving away too much.
The story is narrated in first person and that gives you an idea of what a character Max is. He is engaging, lively and often self-deprecatingly funny. You feel sorry for him but at the same time can't help but laugh at his predicaments. Especially when the woman he fell in love with as a young man (when his appearance is that of an old fellow) treats him as her son years later (when he has grown young to be a toddler and she is now a mature lady). In all, The Confessions of Max Tivoli is a compelling read by a master story teller.


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ABUJA (Reuters) - Nigeria has sentenced 54 soldiers to death by firing squad for mutiny while fighting against insurgents in the northeast, their lawyer said on Thursday.
Another five were acquitted and discharged in the secret trial, lawyer Femi Falana said.
They were the first batch of 97 soldiers being court martialed for offences including mutiny, assault, absconding, house breaking and disorderly behavior.
Low morale, partly linked to a dearth of adequate equipment and weapons in the face of a determined Boko Haram Islamist insurgency, has led to a series of desertions in the northeast and at least one mutiny.
Troops have also been repeatedly accused by human rights groups of abuses including killing civilians and torching their homes, charges the leadership usually denies.
(Reporting by Camillus Eboh; Writing by Tim Cocks, Editing by Julia Payne and Crispian Balmer)