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It is encouraging to hear the World Bank calling for a halt to fossil fuel subsidies and a collective international binding agreement for a zero-carbon world by the end of the century. But how a carbon tax will make this happen remains a big question mark. History has shown us that we cannot rely on big corporations to move away from their old habits and lead the change needed for the better: How BP had invested in low carbon technology for decades just to abandon them for greater economic gains is a typical example.
In the mean time, the fossil fuel industry has been found to be operating dangerously in New Zealand, with over 130 incidents recorded in the last two years while the government continues to push for more drilling. They want us to believe that NZ can get rich on oil like Norway did. But even the Norwegians know: "When we wake up from this oil bubble … we will realise we will never have a fairy tale like this again."
So let us get off fossil fuels and move on to more sustainable, democratic, decentralised energy systems that benefit communities and the planet. "We need a managed and fair transition, not a massive oil shock which could plunge the already fuel-poor into further hardship and breed economic and social pandemonium. If today's anti-oil social movements continue to strengthen, this could happen: through pressure from shareholders, the erosion of oil companies' social licence, the physical disruption of operations by local resistance, the boom in renewable energy, and public pressure on governments to take more decisive climate action".


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|A view of the main gaming hall.
Friday morning, those of us who had arrived on Thursday went to the Cracker Barrel next door for breakfast, and then returned to the convention hall for a quick game of Munchkin while we waited for things to get started. The main hall was very nice, large, and brightly lit. Then con staff all seemed helpful and happy to have us at the con.
|A fun game of Munchkin
The first game we ran was Dave Wood's "Hell's Highway" game using "Look, Sarge, No Charts: WWII" rules, an 6mm figures. Despite having a full roster of 6 players preregister for the game, only three showed up, so HAWKs Duncan Adams, and Eric, and Dave himself filled in to to take the other commands.
|A view of Dave's "Hell's Highway"game
The game went well, though things were slowed down a bit by Dave doing double duty as both player and GM. However, we were all thrilled when Dave was awarded the prize for best game in his time slot.
|Dave wins best game for his time slot.
For the Friday evening ssession, I ran my War of the Roses game, entitled "Warring Roses in the Mist", using "Bear Yourselves Valiantly" rules, and 10mm figures. I had a full slate of players show up, and as is usual with the LSNC series of rules: though players initially look overwhelmed after the rules explanation, the rules are in fact intuitive enough that by turn 4 they were practically running the game themselves.
|A view of my War of the Roses game.
The game was real nail-biter with the fortunes seesawing back and forth. All seemed lost for the Yorkists, when their center collapsed and both their archers and men-at-arms went fleeing back to the nearby town of Barnet. The commanding player was not deterred though, and thrust his remaining units of knights into the hole; actually charging forward into the teeth of the enemy. A series of heroic melees took place where the brave knights were assailed from all sides. It was fun to see, as when the knights were charged from the flank or rear, and they would roll their "To Stand" dice check, they would often get the "Counter Charge" result, which allowed them to turn and face the new threat. Though the brave knights were eventually worn down, they disrupted the Lancastrian center enough that they were not able to get momentum and exploit the hole in the line; and the knights bought enough time that the routed men-at-arms and archers were able to rally and return to the battle.
In the end, the battle was declared a draw as neither side had gained a significant advantage, both wearing each other down equally.
At the same time my game was running Rob Dean and Ross MacFarlane were running a "Not Quite Seven Year's War" Imaginations game using 40mm homecast figures, and the classic "Charge!" rules. Because I was running my game simultaneously, I was not able to get any pictures.
|The height of the battle as the heroic knights holding the Lancastrian center charge forward to hold the line.
The next morning, Bill Acheson ran his game in the Saturday morning slot. The game, entitled "Panic in Pan Chaka", was set in the Tekumel universe and used 25mm figures and "G.A.S.L.I.G.H.T." rules. The game was full of players, and myself, Eric, and another fellow pitched in to run the NPC creatures that inhabited the jungles on the table.
|Bill, in hat, giving the players their rules briefing.
The players were given command of a hero and an accompanying party and tasked with investigating a strange object that had been spotted in the jungle. Along the way they faced many of the denizens of the Tekumel world. Unfortunately, time ran out just as the first parties reached the objective, so they were never able to truly investigate what turned out to be an ancient wrecked spaceship.
|Adventuring parties leave the safety of the Imperial City to explore the jungle beyond.
In the afternoon session Rob and Ross ran another "Not Quite Seven Year's War" Imaginations game using 40mm homecast figures, and the classic "Charge!" rules, entitled "Not Quite Fontenoy". They had a mostly full table, with Eric pitching in to take on the the commands.
|A view of Rob and Ross' table.
The table was beautiful to see and attracted lots of onlookers. In the end, the forces of the Pragmatic Coalition were not able to seize their objectives from the hearty Northern Alliance defenders.
|A table full of brightly colored 40mm figures is a joy to see.
In the evening session, Eric ran his "Caldwell Clears the Wheatfield" ACW battle using "A Union So Tested" rules and 10mm figures. He had four players show up, so Duncan and Ross jumped in and took commands.
|Eric, in hat, leans over to mark a casualty on a unit.
The battle was hard fought, but in the end the Confederates were able to maintain a better hold of the wheatfield than their Union counterparts, and so were declared the victors.
|Confederate forces prepare to storm the wheatfield.
Sunday morning was the last session, and Duncan was slated to run his WWI Battle of Monthyon game using modified "Look Sarge, No Charts" rules and 10mm figures. The Germans were tasked with holding a ridgeline against French assaults. With only two players showing up to play, a number of HAWKs were drafted in to take the remaining positions, and I was able to take command of the German left.
|Duncan listens to a player's question during his WWI game.
The battle was fiercely fought, but the French were able to gain a foothold on our right, and we were unable to dislodge them. So, the French won the day.
|German troops dig in along their ridgeline.
After Duncan's game Eric and I headed out for the long drive home, and arrived back in Maryland around 11:30 that night.
I had a good time at the con. It seemed well organized and had good attendance. In fact, we were all surprised to see a large turnout for the Sunday morning session, and attributed it to the number of local folks attending. There was a nice selection of dealers, and I liked the raffles held each day. (I actually won a box of painted 15mm ACW!) If I had to pick nits, I really don't like cons organized by sessions. If you aren't there for the start of a session, you miss out and need to wait 5 hours until your next opportunity to get in a game (which happened to me a couple times).
In the final analysis the weekend was a big success for the Expeditionary Force, and the HAWKs will certainly be back in the future for this fun convention

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Mu manage to create a better articulated version of the kind of thoughts which pass through your head while cloud-watching. Or even lying in bed at night mulling things over. Reading their EP description, "our adventures in the tragedies of youth," It's hard not to cringe and imagine a whining collection of songs on heartbreak and self-esteem. However, Mu are something quite different altogether.
This is their self-titled debut EP, as a little-known duo out of Vancouver, Canada and while their music is categorised as electro pop, it is also unpredictable and experimental. Mu combine minimal melodies with Indian percussion, chimes and electronic work and then put the spotlight on their free-flowing vocal harmonies.
It does remain to be an exploration of the struggles of youth: "I want to live my past like this won't go too fast by." Although it feels more like you're in the middle of a good time and you don't want it to end, rather than weighing us down in sombre music.
For some of the EP it is almost spoken word, with poetic lyrics rolling into each other. But then it expands into their lovely vocal interludes. There is a combination of clever lyrics "I can be as dark as the back of the moon" with a subtle sensitivity that makes each track stick in your mind.
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Introduction to Online Gambling FAQ
The types of games and betting opportunities will vary depending on the website (or sites) that you decide to use. There are sportsbooks, poker rooms, virtual bingo halls, racebooks, lottery games, as well as a wide range of casino games. Casinos typically include a combination of slots, table games like blackjack and poker, roulette, video poker, and specialty or novelty games (keno, scratch cards, parlor games, etc.).
The answer to that question depends on where you live, as gambling laws vary per country, or even per state, as it does in the United States. There are places like the United Kingdom where online gambling is perfectly legal as long as it's conducted through an operator that's licensed with the UK Gambling Commission. In the US, it's still a bit of a gray area. Technically, the laws that are in place regarding offshore providers pertain to the owners themselves with regard to transferring money. However, some locations like Nevada, New Jersey, and Delaware provide some online operations with in-state licensing. Canada is also ruled by different jurisdictions and allows for registered in-province operations in some areas. For more specifics on various locations, we have a comprehensive breakdown for you on our Legalities of Online Betting and Gambling page.
Most jurisdictions mandate that players be 18 years of age or older. In the US, the minimum age is 21. In many cases, websites will ask players for age verification.
Reputable casinos that go through the formal licensing process and certification are much more apt to provide fair and safe gaming. These sites undergo random number generation testing to make sure they meet the industry standards. They all should have a certificate of compliance posted somewhere on their website, but you could also ask their customer service department if you're unable to locate one. Although there are a few sites out there that you should steer clear of, the well-established brands will provide you with an experience similar to brick-and-mortars.
If you have a good internet connection and can access other websites that provide graphics or video, you should be fully equipped to use an online casino or sportsbook. These days, you can also use your smartphone or tablet if you prefer. The majority of online gambling sites will provide at least half of their offerings in mobile format, and in some cases, you can also use their dedicated app from the Apple or Google Play stores.
While some websites promote a better experience and more betting options through a download, it typically isn't a strict requirement. Most operators provide a more-than-adequate instant play experience, so you should be able to just pull up the website in your browser (or mobile browser) and be off and running.
There are two things that you should always look for when considering using a gambling website, and they both revolve around transparency. You want to be able to quickly identify the owner of the site and the licensing and regulation in place. If you don't see those things, we would advise making a different choice. We go through a comprehensive vetting process with the online operations that we recommend, so you can be sure that if a site is highly rated, it has been proven to be safe and secure for its players. If you're ever uncertain, search to ensure that the site in question does not show up on "rogue casino" lists. Those are the operators that have demonstrated unethical business practices and should be avoided.
The process does start with reputable ownership and licensing, as it's first and foremost for the safety of your finances. You'll also need to narrow down your choices depending on where you live, how you plan to fund your betting account, and your gaming preferences. We would suggest that you start with a few of our recommendations and then filter them based on the things that are most important to you. Before you register any new account, we also recommend searching the site just to make sure there aren't consistently reported problems, especially with payouts.
Yes, you can use as many different providers as you'd like, as long as they allow for players in your country and meet your needs for banking and gaming options.
In most cases, the answer is yes. If you enjoy sports betting as well as casino games, you only need one betting account, and your choices are wide open. You can use those funds for different wagers on the one site.
If you're looking to try out some casino games, many websites will give you the option of using practice play or demo play so you can get comfortable with how to bet and how to play. Many games, like slots, bingo, keno, and other specialty games, are primarily self-explanatory, but you can also find some help guides within most gaming areas. For sports betting, you may want to start out with a simple bet, and if you run into any problem submitting your bet slip, customer service can assist. If you want to visit a poker room, though, we'd suggest that you have some knowledge of poker first. You can find some poker tutorials or social poker sites that don't accept real money bets, as it would be difficult to just join a poker table with no knowledge of the hands or procedures. We also offer a handy beginner's guide that can get you started on your quest for gambling expertise.
Online gambling sites, except for some Bitcoin-only operations, require some personal information to comply with their licensing requirements. They need to not only ensure that you're of legal age and in a jurisdiction that allows you to use their service, but your information needs to match the financial account information you're providing. The site isn't trying to make life difficult for you. It needs to conform to anti-money laundering practices and gaming legislation, and it is in your best interest.
No. Although you do have to register for an account, it's free to use. However, be sure to review everything about the service you're interested in, as some websites charge for financial transactions and that may even include a fee assessed to your deposit.
Yes. Online gambling sites are open to players around the clock. We would advise finding a provider that offers 24/7 customer service as well. You may be able to play at any time, but some of the operations have limited hours for player assistance.
If you're not paying attention, simple mistakes can happen. Anyone can click a wrong button or bet the incorrect amount. But you could do those things in person as well. Granted, you're working with a smaller screen and using electronic chips instead of actual ones held in your hand, but it only takes a few hands or a few spins of the reels to get comfortable with the process, and then it's all very natural.
If you drop your connection while playing an online game, the software is designed to pick back up where you left off when you reconnect. If you were in the middle of a hand or spin, you should return to the exact spot you were at previously, and you will be paid out accordingly.
A loyalty club is a tool that online gambling sites use to incentivize players by providing rewards based on betting habits. The amount of each bet made converts to a point system, and players can level up in the club by accumulating more points. The more significant rewards are given based on the higher levels that are attained. Players could receive perks like gifts, bonuses, the opportunity to convert their points to cash, expedited withdrawals, and other rewards befitting of an online program. The clubs that cater to high rollers are called VIP clubs, and they can be quite impressive with the levels of incentives they issue. High rollers have been invited to exclusive trips or have even been gifted with cars, motorcycles, appliances, electronics, and jewelry.
Financial FAQ
It's all based on your personal preference, as well as the minimum deposits imposed by the gambling site you've opted to use. Some will allow for as low as a $10 transfer, but others may require slightly higher amounts. You shouldn't have a problem finding one that accommodates a relatively small transfer, if that's your inclination.
Can I deposit and then withdraw after just a few minutes if I don't like the site?
There are some conditions imposed by online providers where you typically have to bet your entire deposit at least one time through. So, if you transferred in $20, you'd have to conduct at least $20 in wagering. It's a per-site rule, though. We've come across some that require you to bet your deposit three times over. That's not to say that you still can't cash out, but you may be charged a fee if you don't play it through the required number of times.
Many websites do provide the opportunity for you to play the games for free. They call it "demo mode" or "practice play." Some may not even require you to register for a player's account. You can just pull up the website and give it a go without making real-cash wagers. Of course, that means you can't win any money either, so we wouldn't advise doing any test playing on a big progressive jackpot game.
These days, there are a number of different ways that you can opt to use to transfer in funds. It does depend on the casino, sportsbook, or poker site you're using. Every operator has a customized list of available financial methods. You'll find some combination of credit and debit cards, e-wallets like Skrill or Neteller, prepaid options like Paysafecard, bank transfers, wire transfers, some local favorites like iDebit for Canadians, and Bitcoin.
Most financial transactions should provide you with immediate access to your funds so you can start playing or placing your bets right away. Bitcoin may take 20 minutes or so to process, and if you're using a service like Moneygram or initiating a bank transfer, you could be delayed by a few hours or even a few days.
It all depends on the website you're using. Some will conduct transactions solely in US dollars or Euros or British Sterling, while others may provide several different choices of currency. If yours isn't available, your deposit will be converted when it hits the casino, and it will be turned back to your original exchange if you cash out anything.
Every site will promote minimum and maximum deposit amounts. Before you register any new membership, we advise that you review all of the banking information to make sure the parameters meet your needs.
Whenever it's possible, you are required to use the same financial system. However, some casinos and books don't provide a full payout menu that coincides one-to-one with deposits. In some cases, you won't be able to transfer back to a credit card. Paysafecard use doesn't typically allow for transactions in both directions, either. If you don't see your deposit method listed in the withdrawal section, you'll want to ask customer service to provide you with options. Usually, you'll be offered a bank transfer or sometimes a paper check.
The answer to this question hinges on the website you're using. Whereas most UK and European servicing operators don't charge for any financial transactions, it's a different story in other regions, especially for US players. Not only is not easy for Americans to transfer funds online, but there could be a cost associated not only with the payout, but even to the deposit itself. The banking or payments page that every site provides will detail any potential fees for which you may be responsible. We advise against using a service that does not offer you a thorough financial picture before you register. It's essential information for you to access and review.
If you opt for some of the newer websites or a prominent provider that stays current, you can sometimes receive your payout the very same day that you request it. Other operators first implement a pending period, and then it still takes a while for the payment to be processed and put in your hands. You could end up waiting a week or two before you receive anything from some casinos or sportsbooks.
A reverse withdrawal is a controversial service that many online providers offer to players. It coincides with a "pending" period for payouts and is the timeframe that allows a customer to change his or her mind and have their winnings put back into their betting account. While some sites promote a 24-hour pending period, others can go up to four business days or longer. It's not a good sign when you see a casino that has an extended pending period. Not only does it encourage you to put the money back and risk it again, but it takes that much longer for your money to ever reach you. The processing doesn't even start until after the pending period concludes.
Manual flushing goes hand in hand with the reverse-withdrawal concept. If an operator offers it, it allows you, the player, to formally request that the payout you initiated not be made available to you. It doesn't speed up your payment arriving, but it does eliminate the pending status so you can't change your mind and ask for a reverse withdrawal.
If you are confident that you're owed money, and customer service is not assisting you for whatever reason, you do have the next course of action. The regulatory agency that provides the license for the website will handle payment compliance. The most common license providers are usually from Malta, Curaçao, Panama, Alderney, Danish, Gibraltar, or the United Kingdom for the most part. That's why it's so important to make sure that any website you select is fully licensed. You can also turn to some online gambler forums and groups that do get involved in mediation with gambling providers.
The most likely reason why you have some non-cashable funds is that you accepted a bonus and you haven't met the wagering requirements. Bonuses are probably the cause of the most player frustration, as they can be very confusing to understand. But bonus cash is not the same as real money. It may allow you to play longer, but it's not cashable until you meet the designated rollover. It can also put your deposited funds in a holding pattern, as well, until you achieve the betting obligations.
You may need to turn in some required paperwork for identity or financial verification. If you're a new player or you've requested a payout higher than $2,000, that's the most likely explanation. Get in touch with the customer service department, and they can let you know what you need to submit, but your withdrawal will be held in processing until your information is confirmed.
The answer to this depends on the game that you're playing. The big millionaire-makers like Mega Moolah that Microgaming provides are paid off all at one time. The top winner received a check valued at more than £13 million. However, other games may pay off six figures or even more, but the casino may mandate that the prize is divided up into monthly installments. For example, one casino has a $10,000 monthly maximum for withdrawals, so if you win $100,000, it will be divided out and issued over a ten-month period.
The answer to this question is entirely dependent on where you live. The UK and European players are not taxed on their winnings, but other jurisdictions depend on the local laws regarding internet bets.
A Bitcoin casino exclusively uses the cryptocurrency for funding betting accounts and withdrawals. There are no traditional banking alternatives offered. The value of the chips or the credits used in slots will show up as BTC or mBTC instead of a conventional monetary exchange. Bitcoin takes the financial regulation out of the picture and makes it easier for all players to move money into and out of their player's account. In some cases, it also allows for total anonymity. As you're not providing a governmentally regulated financial method, it's not necessary to register with any personal information. US players, in particular, benefit from Bitcoin use, as it's challenging for Americans to use credit or debit cards, and e-wallets aren't as prevalent.
Online Gambling Bonus and Promotions FAQ
A welcome bonus is offered to brand new players on most gambling sites and is typically given in conjunction with their first deposit. The standard welcome offer usually provides for a percentage match of the deposited amount, such as 100% match up to $200 or something to that effect. Sometimes welcome bonuses will also include some free spins on a particular slot game to enhance the value of the package.
You can't cash it out immediately. Bonus funds come with some strings attached called "rollovers," so you have to comply with some requirements first, and then if you have any money left, you can opt to withdraw it.
The rollover (play-through or wagering requirement) is the number of times you have to bet before you can cash out any winnings derived from your bonus. A rollover can apply to just the bonus amount given, or it can include your deposit as well. So, if you deposit $100 and receive $50 in bonus funds, your rollover could be something like 40 times on the $50 bonus only ($2,000 total). Or it could apply to the combination of deposit and bonus funds. For example, 25 times on $100 $50 = $150 total x 25X = $3,750 required betting.
Yes. There are a few other rules that casinos impose when players are trying to satisfy the rollover. One is the games that contribute to it. Slots usually provide a 100% contribution, so if you have to accomplish $2,000 in betting, slots will allow you to do that at full value, meaning $2,000 in slot betting is $2,000 toward your wagering requirement. Other games, like table games, may only provide a 10% contribution. If you opt to play blackjack and it offers 10%, you have to bet $20,000 (as opposed to $2,000) at the table before you work off that rollover. Additionally, you're limited to a per-bet amount that usually comes in somewhere between $5 and $6.50 per spin or wager.
If you run out of betting funds and you didn't finish with your wagering requirement, your account is zeroed out, and you start fresh when you deposit again. If you don't opt for another bonus, you're playing with cash and can withdraw accordingly. If you decide you can't continue playing and still have some funds in your betting account, it then depends on the rules of the casino. Usually, you'll end up having the bonus taken out of your account, as well as any winnings that resulted from it. At times the penalties could be even more severe in affecting your bottom line. We always suggest reading the fine print thoroughly before accepting any bonus offer.
The no-deposit bonus is aptly named because it is given without a deposit requirement. However, it allows you to play, but not necessarily cash anything out. To reap the financial benefit of the no-deposit bonus, you'll need to first comply with the rollover, and then you'll most likely be required to deposit some minimum amount before you can request a payout. Additionally, these types of offers have a ceiling on the allowable winnings. It's usually something in the $100 range, so even if you won more, you have to forfeit anything above the $100.
When you're given free spins, you can play the designated slot game without a deposit requirement. However, winnings from your free spins are subject to a rollover. So, let's say you won $40 from ten free spins and there's a 40 times rollover. You have to take that $40 and multiply it by 40 to get the $1,600 in "required betting" amount. Before you can cash out anything, you have to figure out how to turn that $40 into $1,600 in wagers. Remember, you do receive a combination of wins and losses, so if you can keep winning enough to achieve the $1,600, you should end up with a profit. But it will allow you to play longer, even though it's challenging.
There are a few schools of thought when it comes to online gambling bonuses. The first applies to players who just enjoy the games and aren't necessarily concerned with complying with the rollover. If they win, it's great, but they want to play anyway. Then there are those who are looking to turn a profit. In this case, a bonus can be helpful or detrimental. If you have a significant rollover to meet, there's quite a bit of risk involved. Of course, if you get on a lucky streak, you could be playing with the casino's money and end up with a payout. But you could also risk your own cash deposit and end up with less than you would have if you had declined the offer. It all depends on your objective and how your luck is running that day.
A sportsbook bonus does have a rollover, but it's structured differently than in the casino. Where you may find something like a 25, 30, 40, or even 50 times rollover in the casino, sportsbooks come in with a lower amount, like a 5 times rollover. Sportsbook bonuses generally are much less in value and have an odds requirement. So, when you're betting to satisfy a wagering requirement, you can only opt for specific bets at certain odds. You don't have free reign to take your pick.
Poker rooms have a dedicated promotional program just for poker players, as the betting is structured much differently than in a casino or even a sportsbook. New poker players may be offered a welcome bonus. But instead of receiving the full amount and then working on the wagering requirement, the reward is issued in minimal amounts after you reach specified levels of betting. For example, a $100 bonus in the casino is issued all at once, but then the rollover is very substantial. A $100 bonus in the poker room may be given out in increments of $5 over an extended period based on required betting that needs to be completed first.
Casino-Specific FAQ
Most casinos will rely heavily on slot games. Not only does the casino have a more considerable house advantage from slots, but slot players are much more prevalent. After slots, table games are usually second in quantity and variety and include different versions of blackjack, roulette, poker, craps, and baccarat. Some casinos offer video poker, as well as specialty games like keno, bingo, scratch cards, and parlor games, but the collection depends on the software provider as well as the operator. Most of today's casinos also include a small live casino with live dealer tables.
It depends on your personal preference, but some games do provide slightly better odds. Keno is one of the highest house advantage games, followed up by slots. So, if you're looking strictly at your chance of winning (or losing as little as possible), you would steer clear of those games. Video poker and blackjack offer the best odds for players, depending on the bet you choose; other games come in favorable for players as well. The "Come" or "Don't Come" bet on craps is a good one, as well as selecting the "Banker" in baccarat. Having said that, if you're looking for the most significant jackpot potential, then you are back to slots. Online progressive jackpots can well exceed seven-figure payouts. No other game is going to provide you with that high of prize potential.
Experienced online casino players are well versed in the offerings from the different providers. There are some prominent, well-known companies like Microgaming, NetEnt, Playtech, NextGen, Evolution Gaming, Betsoft, and a few dozen others, and each one has some popular games associated with them. Microgaming and NetEnt provide some of the bigger jackpot progressives. Playtech offers the DC superhero collection and the Age of the Gods series, which are networked jackpots amongst multiple games. If you have a favorite, it's helpful to search for casinos that carry that software. Also, there's more of a comfort level in playing at a casino that provides gaming options from reputable companies.
No. Just like in a land-based casino, you do have the option to lower your bet. Many of the games will offer multiple denominations as well as the option to bet one or bet max per line or bet game. The only time we advise betting the maximum is if you're playing a progressive jackpot game and it's required to be in the running for the top payout.
Absolutely. The random number generators that are behind all of the games of chance just keep firing out random sequences. It doesn't matter if you're on a full website, a tablet, or a smartphone. In fact, some of the most prominent online winners of slot progressives have won courtesy of their mobile device.
Specialty, novelty, or "other" games, as they may be referred to, are the ones that don't fit in well with the slots or table games categories. They may include electronic scratch cards, keno, or bingo. But specialty games can also be in the parlor or arcade game variety. There are betting opportunities for Sudoku, Spingo, Yahtzee, Hexaline, virtual sports, whack a mole, and other dice and card games. It's an excellent section for players that may not be comfortable or well versed in traditional casino games.
A live casino is a section of table games that are hosted by live dealers either in a studio or a casino environment. You'll still make your selections on your computer or mobile device as the gaming is translated electronically, but you'll see the dealer shuffle, deal the cards, or spin the wheel accordingly.
No. You can see the dealer, and you can communicate with the dealer through the chat function if you have a question, but he or she is not able to see or hear you at any time.
No. You remain completely anonymous. Some live casinos do provide the option for a player-to-player chat, but that's all via text and not using a microphone or camera.
A rogue casino could also include a sportsbook or poker room. It's a designation that's given to an online operator that has been proven to be negligent in its business practices. A casino isn't considered rogue because one player complains. Due to the nature of gambling, there will be players who will complain about every casino, especially if they've just lost money. A real rogue casino is one that has been proven to have cheated players out of money owed to them. Other practices could include using pirated software, hacking a competitor's site, not paying affiliates, or even promoting false licensing. It's not a good idea for anyone to throw the "rogue" designation around lightly. But when it's warranted, it's beneficial to know, so future and potential players and affiliates receive fair warning. We have a list of rogue or "blacklisted sites" sites to help you avoid the appropriate websites.
Sportsbook-Specific FAQ
There are no limits to your sports, as well as non-sports options. You'll find the top choices like football (soccer), American football, basketball, baseball, hockey, tennis, motor sports, boxing and MMA, rugby, cricket, and other more traditional sports. But you'll also find things like virtual sports, e-sports, political betting, entertainment, and other more novelty-type opportunities.
The betting markets that are available depend on the sportsbook you're using, but you can be sure you'll find moneylines, accumulators, outrights, Asian handicaps, first goal scorers, and all of the variations that you may be used to with in-person wagering.
Yes. While some books will have a detailed list of the maximum limits per sporting event as well as for each kind of bet, others will list maximum daily winnings. In the case of the latter, it's up to you to figure out your maximum stake based on the odds. If there's a daily maximum of $100,000, you don't want to bet more than you need to, as you will be capped at the posted payout limit.
Most bookmakers are going to be close in what they offer. However, some will provide slightly better opportunities for certain sports. You may also find enhanced odds specials depending on your site of choice. Many online punters opt to have at least a few betting accounts so they can compare and take advantage of the best all-around odds per match.
In-play betting is also known as live betting, and it allows you to stake your bet during the match, as opposed to pre-game betting, which is more prevalent.
Live streaming isn't as widely available as in-play betting, but there are a few of the top bookmakers that do provide an extensive menu of live streaming events. Many may require you to have placed a bet on that particular match, but with others, you just need an active betting account in place.
The more experienced bettors know the ins and outs of all of the matches as well as competitors and players. But it's possible just to take an educated guess or place a simple "to win" bet on your favorite team. Filling out a bet slip is very straightforward, especially for a primary wager. These days, you don't even need to bet on traditional sports. You can opt for a political bet, the winners of the Academy Awards, who will win the next reality show season, and may other current-events-types of wagers.
A racebook is for horse racing, and many of the websites that host a sportsbook will also offer a racebook for its players. Sometimes it's combined. So, if you like track betting and you don't see a racebook indicated in the main menu, check out the sportsbook's menu, as it could be listed in the main menu along with other sports. If you are looking for the best racebook online today, you can start with our recommendations to help you narrow down your search.
The process is very similar to that of finding an ideal online casino. You need to make sure the website is fully licensed with reputable ownership. From there, it needs to coincide with your personal preferences. If you're a huge football (soccer) fan, finding a UK-based bookie is a wise move, as they'll offer massive betting markets. Make sure the site provides the sports you're most interested in, as well as the banking method that you desire. We do go through a comprehensive checklist when we review any sportsbook to make sure it excels in all areas of the service it provides. You can click here to review our top recommendations for sports betting.
A betting exchange offers sports betting similar to bookmakers, but the bets are against other players like you. You're not using the bookmaker's odds. Your opportunities depend on the types of bets being placed from fellow punters. You may find better odds in a betting exchange, but the operator does take a commission on all of the winning bets.
Poker-Specific FAQ
Different online providers have their own rules when it comes to using the poker room. More often than not, it's considered a separate area. So, while you can cross over from the casino to the sportsbook or bet on lottery all from the same account, you may need to register a separate poker room account. Poker players are offered many different bonuses and promotions, so they tend to keep things detached.
A rake is a small percentage that the operator receives from every hand of poker played in the poker room. Because you're playing against other players and not the house, it's the only way that the casino makes its money from poker room action.
Just like some sportsbooks tend to provide more games or better odds for one sport, or a casino offers more games or a better variety, some poker rooms are better than others. It will depend on what's important to you. Some will offer more cash games as opposed to tournaments or vice versa. You'll find that some rooms have a huge number of promotions, while others keep things to a minimum. Just as with online gambling, make sure you've located a secure and licensed site and then match up what's important to you with what's being offered through that website. We have a list that can help you narrow down your choices, as we've done a lot of the legwork and compiled information on all aspects of the poker room's service.
Players in a cash game have converted their money to chips accordingly, so are essentially playing with cash. When they're ready to cash in their chips, they'll receive the exact amount of their value. A tournament requires a specific buy-in amount, and then all players are given the same amount of chips. Tournaments continue until the last man (or woman) is standing and then pay out based on a prize pool and not on a per-chip basis.
Of all of the online gambling options, poker requires you to have advance knowledge of the game. You may not be fully aware of how to bet online or a few of the little intricacies that accompany online poker betting, but you do need to know how to play the game. As long as you're armed with that information, after a few minutes of getting comfortable with the online conversion of the game, you'll have no problem. We also have a guide to playing poker online that will prepare you for the differences you'll experience.
Absolutely. Some of the top games are Texas Hold 'em and Omaha, but you can find Stud and other variations. You'll also see different table limits just as you would in a poker room housed in a land-based casino.
Some online providers want to take things to the next level and provide a unique experience for its players. They allow you to change the colors of the game and change the felt on the table to suit your preference. They also sometimes offer other enhancements like a rabbit cam or the ability to transfer tables immediately if you fold your cards, so you don't have to wait through all of the betting action that's going on without you.
Online vs. Land-Based Gambling FAQ
There are two differences that we identify as being the most significant. The first is in funding the betting account. It's much different trying to move money back and forth. Plus, you have to wait for a payout online, as opposed to walking into a casino or betting parlor with cash and then collecting your winning ticket in real money as well. The other is in the bonus programs. Land-based casinos tend to offer player rewards without a lot of strings attached. Online bonuses come with some stipulations, so online bettors need to be much more educated on how these types of offers work and how to use them to their benefit.
Yes, as long as you select the right casino. You really wouldn't think to question a brick-and-mortar casino's credentials before walking in and placing a bet. But online, you need to be more cautious and make sure you're choosing a fully licensed and reputable operator. From there, online gambling is set up the same as it is in person. Games are tested and accredited by their use of a random number generator that ensures fair gaming for everyone. So, similarly, sometimes you may win a lot, and sometimes you may not be able to catch a winning streak. Your outcome is arbitrary.
Not always. Some software companies strictly design games for online use only, and there are some that stick with the production of machines for in-house gaming. Of course, when it comes to table games, you will primarily have the same choices regardless of where you decide to play. But slots and video poker will vary. IGT is a company that's well known in Las Vegas casinos and also provides some of its slots for online users, so games like Wheel of Fortune are available to all players. But most slots break out into designated online or land-only.
You should find very similar opportunities regardless of where you place your bets. Keep in mind that there's a big crossover with betting shops and some of the most prominent bookmakers. High street shops like Ladbrokes, William Hill, and Coral each have online counterparts under the same name.
Yes and no. For anyone that has a severe addiction, it doesn't matter if he or she is betting in person or online, the challenges are there. Some people say that online gambling is worse because it's always readily available, but remember that there can be challenges in funding the betting accounts. While you could walk into a casino with as much cash as you want, there are limits to how much you can transfer to a gambling site. Also, you can set up gambling limits for yourself online, whereas you wouldn't typically do that in person. That's not to say that you couldn't go to another website that's free of restrictions and start over, but there are some tools in place to help to regulate compulsive betting. We recommend that anyone who has any issues with gambling, either online or in person, seek out a quality group that will be able to assist. We have a list of warning signs, as well as recommended organizations, available by accessing our comprehensive addiction page.


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Fearful Californians Prepare For A Nuclear Attack: "A Lot Of People Will Be Killed"
by Tyler Durden
Sep 15, 2017
With each passing day and each new ICBM launch from a seemingly unhinged North Korean dictator, the fears of an attack on the U.S. mainland, though faint, increasingly weigh on the hearts and minds of Americans, particularly those in California. As The Guardian points out today, those fears have even prompted a group of California public health officials and emergency responders to gather for a strategy session with Hal Kempfer, a retired marine lieutenant colonel, to discuss which areas are the most likely targets and how citizens should respond to an attack.
Hal Kempfer, a noted international security expert, is getting a roomful of California public health officials and emergency responders to think about the unthinkable – a nuclear bomb exploding at the port of Long Beach, about four miles away.
"A lot of people will be killed," he said, "but a large percentage of the population will survive. They will be at risk and they will need help."
"If you want to mess up southern California, if you want to mess up the west coast, if you want to mess up our country – where do you attack?" Kempfer asks. "If I'm sitting in North Korea and looking at possible targets, I'm going to be looking at Long Beach very closely."
He talks about the port and downtown Long Beach being "toast" – no exaggeration, since the blast wave is likely to vaporize everything in its immediate path. But the city health department, the Long Beach airport and fire department might not be; they are all somewhat protected by a hilly area that is likely to halt the initial blast wave. And so the city can, tentatively, think about setting up a center of emergency operations.
Of course, the radioactive fallout created as the explosion gathers up tremendous quantities of dust and ocean water and spits them into the atmosphere would represent a secondary grave risk, especially in the first hours after an attack.
Not to mention the electromagnetic pulse that is likely to knock out electronic systems including phones and computers, the pile-ups expected on the freeways as drivers are blinded by the flash of the explosion, the rush for food, water and gasoline as millions of Angelenos attempt to drive out of the region, and the terror triggered by even the idea of a second, follow-up attack.
Meanwhile, lest you think this was all just a creative way for some public employees to skip work for a day, Ventura County, located just northwest of Los Angeles, has even taken the unusual step of prepping a 250-page plan on how to respond to the humanitarian crisis that would result from a nuclear attack in Los Angeles.
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Molly Littleboy.
Re-read Act One, Scene Three and discuss Stoppard's presentation of the relationship between Septimus Hodge and Thomasina Coverly in this extract and one other point in the play.
Stoppard preliminarily presents the relationship of Septimus and Thomasina as merely teacher and pupil, as displayed in scene three when Septimus is discussing the loss of knowledge; 'We shed as we pick up… and what we let fall will be picked up by those behind.' However, as the play progresses, it is established that there is much more to their relationship than teaching and the sharing of intellect; there is emotion and love involved too.
The play begins with a humorous introduction into the relationship between Thomasina and Septimus. Stoppard begins the play by highlighting Thomasina's youth and curiosity, "Septimus, what is carnal embrace," while Septimus desperately attempts to engage her attention in learning about theories. This adds a humourous aspect to the play that entertains the audience, in addition to creating dramatic irony, as the audience already knows the answer to the question; it illustrates Thomasina's youth and naivety.
Later on in the play, Thomasina states 'if mama comes I will tell her we only met to kiss, not to waltz.' Septimus does not immediately understand that she intends to learn how to dance rather than insinuating she wants to sleep with him, however she then continues to ask him up to her bedroom. The fact that Septimus initially states 'I cannot,' and turns down the offer to join Thomasina in her room highlights that he thinks far more of her than Mrs Chater and illustrates the love, as opposed to lust, he feels for her.
Though the ending is quite ambiguous, the audience is aware that Thomasina is going to die in the fire and Septimus becomes a hermit at Sidley Park; who eventually goes insane trying to prove Thomasina's theorems to be correct, again acting as evidence for his strong love for her.


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Restorative Yoga PracticeDeborah Donohue
Year Released: 2008
Categories: Yoga
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NOTE: I received a free review copy of this DVD from the the web site metapsychology.net.
This DVD focuses on restorative yoga, which is the practice of yoga postures supported by blankets and other props so that the poses can be held in stillness for an extended period of time, usually from five to fifteen minutes. Here instructor Deborah Donahue offers six different sequences, four of which are purely restorative, plus a meditation and a slightly more active morning routine. Donahue provides live instruction, teaching in a small indoor studio (although throughout the holds, she is sometimes shown relaxing in more scenic outdoor settings) with flute music playing in the background. During her brief introduction, Donahue notes that the props needed include up to six blankets (the DVD case recommends at least four), a bolster (or a suitable large, firm pillow, such as a couch cushion), a strap, and an optional block.
The Main Menu of the DVD lists the following options and times for the practices:
*Meditation, 12 minutes
*Morning, 15 minutes
*Mid-Day, 45 minutes
*Evening A, 55 minutes
*Evening B, 55 minutes
*Restful Sleep, 85 minutes
For the meditation, Donahue performs a body scan while lying in relaxation pose (savasana). The meditation focuses on the chakras, or energy centers of the body, with colors representing each chakra appearing on screen as Donahue gradually moves down the body. The Morning practice begins with a 5-minute sun salutation meditation performed in a seated position; this includes focusing on areas of tension while meditating on various colors. Donahue then moves to standing for 5 minutes of half sun salutations, and finally, she concludes this segment with a 5-minute relaxation.
Donahue conducts each of the four restorative sessions in a similar manner. For every posture, she begins by describing the setup, including the props that will be required for the pose. Then, after providing guidance on how to come into the pose, she simply allows time to rest in the posture, only occasionally providing additional brief reminders on breath or alignment (and sometimes making small sounds, such as ahh!, as well). Finally, she cues coming out of the pose before moving on to the next one.
I have listed the postures included in each restorative sequence along with the duration of each pose below (all times are approximate):
MID-DAY (47.5 minutes)
*Supported Backbend, 6 minutes
*Legs Up the Wall, 10 minutes
*Elevated Twist on Bolster, 10 minutes
*Resting on Belly, 2 minutes
*Supported Dragonfly, 5 minutes
*Basic Relaxation Pose, 14.5 minutes
EVENING A (53.5 minutes)
*Mountain Brook, 10 minutes
*Supported Bound Angle, 5 minutes
*Supported Sleeping Swan/Pigeon, 7 minutes
*Reclined Hero, 4 minutes
*Side Lying Stretch, 8 minutes
*Supported Childs Pose, 5 minutes
*Basic Relaxation Pose, 14.5 minutes
EVENING B (55.5 minutes)
*Mountain Brook, 10 minutes
*Reclined Cross-Legged Pose, 6 minutes
*Legs Up the Wall, 10 minutes
*Supported Spinal Twist, 10 minutes
*Forward Resting Angle, 5 minutes
*Basic Relaxation Pose, 14.5 minutes
RESTFUL SLEEP (84.5 minutes)
*Supported Reclining Pose, 15 minutes
*Supported Bound Angle, 5 minutes
*Mountain Brook, 10 minutes
*Supported Bridge, 10 minutes
*Legs Up the Wall, 10 minutes
*Supported Spinal Twist, 10 minutes
*Supported Dragonfly, 5 minutes
*Supported Childs Pose, 5 minutes
*Basic Relaxation Pose, 14.5 minutes
Each practice concludes with the same relaxation segment. Donahue offers three options for relaxation: 1) stretching out in the traditional savasana pose (which she also calls star), 2) lying with the legs elevated on a bolster and the thighs bound together with a strap, and 3) lying with the calves resting over a bolster.
Although many yoga instructors encourage their students to incorporate restorative yoga as a regular part of their yoga practice, this form of yoga is rarely offered in yoga media (with the exception of books). The one other restorative yoga DVD that comes to mind, Yoga Therapy Prescriptions (which I have and like), is not purely restorative, as it includes more active poses as well, and the restorative postures themselves are not held for nearly as long as the postures here. Therefore, Restorative Yoga Therapy offers a unique opportunity to practice this worthwhile, relaxing, and very gentle form of yoga at home. This DVD is appropriate for all levels of yoga practitioners, although some basic familiarity with yoga terms as well as the use of yoga props would definitely be beneficial.
Instructor Comments:
I had no problems with Deborah's instruction. I thought she came across a bit like a "hippy-dippy" chick, and some might find her frequent exclamations of "ahh!" in the poses to be annoying, but she was fine for me. I did think that the flute music was a bit overly loud, but otherwise, I had few issues with this DVD.
Im reviewing this workout after doing each of the segments twice.
General workout breakdown: This DVD contains 4 restorative yoga practices, 1 more active practice, and 1 meditation. Ill describe each segment in a little more detail with approximate total times for postures (for each time given, assume you spend at least a few seconds up to a minute or two of that for setting up and coming out of the posture). In general Deborah moves deliberately at a slow, relaxed pace.
Meditation (12 min.) is done entirely in savasana or a related position. You do a body scan from head downwards, focusing on the chakras with different colored light at each (during which time little spinning blobs in the appropriate color appear at the appropriate spot on screen).
Morning (15 min.) begins seated in sukhasana with a greeting the sun meditation (tune in to the body, breathe color into area of tension, move arms in kind of Tai Chi-like motions); this is followed by a few rounds of half sun salutation (surkya namaskar). It closes with basic relaxation pose / corpse (savasana; Deborah presents several variations but uses a star one here; this is a shortened version of the savasana used for the rest of the practices, running only 5.5 min.).
Mid-Day (45 min.) is a relaxing yet energizing practice of simple supported backbend (5 min.), legs up the wall (viparita karani, 10 min.; hooray for the length!), elevated twist (elevated supta matsyendrasana, 9 min.; I find it a little tricky to find a position comfortable for my low back), resting on belly (2 min.; I use the crocodile variation, mainly because the posture as presented resembles my usual sleeping posture, so I want to avoid nodding off), dragonfly (upavistha konasana paschimottanasana, 5 min.), and basic relaxation pose / corpse (savasana, 14.5 min.).
Evening A (55 min.) is a relaxing practice good for any time of day, really, of mountain brook (10 min.), supported bound angle (supta badda konasana, 5 min.; too short IMHO, but then Ive yet to meet a supta badda konasana thats too long ); supported sleeping swan/pigeon (eka pada rajakapotasana, 7 min.), reclining hero (supta virasana, 4 min.), side lying stretch (parighasana, 8 min.), supported childs pose (balasana, 5 min.), and basic relaxation.
Evening B (55 min.), like Evening A, is a relaxing practice that can be done any time; it involves mountain brook, reclining cross legged pose (sukhasana, 6 min.), legs up the wall, supported spinal twist (bharadvajasana, 10 min.), forward resting bound angle (baddha konasana paschimottanasana, 5 min.), and basic relaxation.
Restful Sleep (85 min.) is meant to prepare you for just that, with supported reclining pose (15 min.), supported bound angle, mountain brook, supported bridge (setubhanda sarvangasana, 10 min.), legs up the wall, supported spinal twist, supported dragonfly, supported childs, and basic relaxation.
Level: Id recommend this to those with a little yoga experience under their belt, as Deborahs instruction isnt always the most clear. That said, these poses dont require much strength and are meant to be gentle, and theres nothing particularly tricky or challenging or advanced.
Ive been practicing yoga for over seven years now, although I only began exploring restorative yoga a few years ago in an effort to help my body recover from some long-term health issues plus combat stress. Im at a stage where I still appreciate working along with media; I havent yet gained enough confidence to begin practicing these postures on my own, although theres a lot to be said to listening to how much ones own body needs at a particular moment.
Class: Deborah alone.
Music: native flute, with piano, sitar (?), and/or gentle percussion sometimes joining the party. Its prominent enough that you cant turn it down too much or risk losing Deborah.
Set: All segments start in an all brown room, then they might go outside (beach or mountain top in or near Santa Barbara, CA; of course, this is when your eyes are closed, so you dont get to see the pretty scenery), before coming back to the brown room to finish.
Production: super crisp picture (the credits say this was filmed in hi def) and clear sound. Note that Deborah instructs live when shes in the brown room and via voiceover when shes outside - or rather they let the audio run and just cut to shots of her outside. Deborahs voice is a little echo-y in the small space, and you can also hear her shifting around when she comes out of a pose. The music, in contrast, is clearly laid over afterwards and has no such issues.
An inset picture with modifications or variations sometimes appears in the upper corner for a brief time at the start of poses.
Equipment: Youll need a decent arsenal of props for this one. Deborah uses 1 rectangular bolster, 5-6 blankets, a strap, a block, and a mat. You could get away with fewer blankets (Id strongly recommend 3, with some flat pillows or towels if you need them for the one pose that uses all 5-6 blankets), although if you dont have a bolster youll need more to use in place of that prop. Blankets are absolutely essential to this practice, and youll want ones that are firm (such as wool or woven cotton), rather than squishy (such as thermal blankets or a comforter), but you dont need to drop major dough on special yoga blankets. After blankets Id recommend the bolster (if you have a round one, thatll probably do just fine), then the strap (substitute: tie, dressing gown belt, even a long towel), and then the block (substitute: firm book, such as a dictionary, that discount volume of the complete works of Shakespeare, phone book), in that order of importance. Honestly, just treat yourself to these things; you wont regret it. And your mat doesnt need to be sticky here.
I find it hard to do a forward bend in dragonfly, so I rest my head on a chair. If you have more flexibility in this pose, you wont have that issue.
Space Requirements: enough space to lie down with limbs extended.
Youll also need access to a wall (or a closed door through which no one will walk) for legs up the wall; if you dont have any blank space on your walls, a sturdy chair or sofa with a high back thats positioned so it wont slide will do just as well.
DVD Notes: The main menu, which comes up after an introduction by Real Bodywork (the production company; you can skip this) offers you the choice of the practices or credits. Theres no chaptering, although on at least one of my players Ive been able to skip by posture.
Comments: Judith Hanson Lasiters Relax and Renew is a must read for anyone interested in restorative yoga. Deborah definitely uses a number of the poses Judith recommends, but she appears to be drawing in a few other influences, including yin (for example, both Judith and Deborah do a supported wide angle, but Deborah uses the yin term for hers). I think this may be because Deborah comes to restorative yoga after years of doing other styles rather than a conscious mixing and matching. Anyway, I found Judiths book a helpful reference for figuring out the blanket folds and positioning in a few poses, like the twists over the bolster, where Deborahs instruction wasnt as clear to me.
So far Ive tried a number of restorative yoga practices on DVD: Dr. Baxter Bells Yoga Journal for Stress (good idea with the timer allowing you to extend the length of rest in the restorative poses in the second routine but it doesnt really work as well as it should), Barbara Benaghs Yoga for Stress Relief (absolutely adore this DVD; Barbara has her own take on how yoga restores the body, so she has a mix of more active and passive postures; the routines here tend to be shorter than one normally finds on Iyengar-inspired restorative, and Barbarah tends to be more forgiving with prop use), Laura Hawes Yoga Therapy Prescriptions (has tons of options, including some more active practices; mixes a variety of styles, including Iyengar, Svaroopa, and viniyoga; assumes prior familiarity with more intermediate postures like shoulderstand and headstand), Evelyn Neamans Restorative Yoga (most similar to RYP in set-up, types of poses, and style / approach; has only 2 routines which can be combined; uses more round bolsters instead; includes a mudra meditation and music with Hebrew, English, and Sanskrit lyrics), Mary Pappas-Sodonas Yoga Complete for Weight Loss (only one restorative routine here, but this is pure Iyengar restorative), and Sage Rountrees The Athletes Guide to Yoga (only one segment, and the poses are not held anywhere long enough, so while I like this DVD I dont recommend this particular segment for this purpose).
Instructor Comments:
Deborah does a decent job of instructing, explaining poses benefits, providing a few form tips, including telling you what not to do, providing modifications, such as adding in the block or strap for additional support, and spending time going over how to get into and come out of poses, often emphasizing protecting the back, for example. (This is the sort of thing that can get old after repeat viewings of restorative yoga DVDs, although I tend to use these as a chance to sneak in a few extra seconds of the pose.) Shes straightforward in her language and without metaphoric or out there stuff except for mentions of breathing color into parts of the body and drawing in earth energy (limited, with one exception, to the meditations and relaxations).


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The second episode of the new Celebreality series from VH1 "Celebracadabra" has come and gone, and with it goes the Comedian Ant and his magical mentor. Isreali born Asi Wind is a regular performer at Monday Night Magic in New York City as well as at the Magic Castle in Los Angeles where the series was filmed. Asi joins us on this Special Edition of the Magic Newswire to talk about his experience working with the controversial Ant as well as to give us some insight into his background in the art of magic! For more info on Asi Wind VISIT HIS WEBSITE. Click the PLAY button below to listen to our interview with Asi Wind. (Subcribe to the "Magic Newswire" via iTunes HERE.)
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I have a longstanding interest in cardiovascular research, and I have been involved in basic science, translational, and clinical projects. I am applying for this Career Development Award (CDA) in an effort to acquire additional training so that I can independently design and conduct meaningful clinical research. A key short-term goal of mine is to use the skills obtained from my proposed training program to develop collaborative research efforts both within and outside my institution. I have found it enjoyable to work with other researchers as I find such collaborations stimulate new research ideas and provide for additional learning opportunities. In the nearterm I also hope to increase my research productivity and writing skills by working with my mentor and his research group. My long-term goals are to become a leader in clinical research for my Department and use those skills to build productive research relationships between Emergency Departments (ED) in my region and to be able to mentor others interested in research careers. I believe that Emergency Medicine provides a wealth of potential research opportunities but lacks experienced leaders and mentors that can develop and guide clinical research proposals. The career development plan I am proposing is multifaceted. At the core is obtaining didactic training in the UMass Medical School Masters in Clinical Investigation Program. This program is directed by my mentor and focuses on coursework that is tailored specifically to provide students with the tools they need to become independent investigators. The courses cover clinical epidemiology, biostatistics, biomedical informatics, ethics, and the design and conduct of clinical research. My growth as a clinical researcher will also depend on the guidance of my mentor, co-mentor, and advisors. Dr. Robert Goldberg will serve as my primary mentor, and Dr. Theo Meyer as a co-mentor. Dr's. Goldberg and Meyer complement each other with regards to the expertise they bring to this proposal. Dr. Goldberg provides particular expertise with regards to study design, cardiovascular epidemiology, grant writing and manuscript preparation, and has a long track-record of obtaining NIH funding. Dr. Meyer is a practicing cardiologist with substantial expertise in the clinical management of heart failure (HF) as well as HF research. The primary aim of this proposal focuses on studying the effect that the timing of pharmacologic treatment for Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) in the ED has on short term outcomes. I believe this is an important question not just because uncertainty exists with regards to how best to treat ADHF, but also because the quality of care provided is likely impacted by this uncertainty. The outcomes I am interested in are all related to the index hospitalization and include such things as the type of admission (ICU vs. floor), length of stay, and improvement in symptoms over 24 hours (via Visual Analog Scale Scores).
These aims will be addressed both by collecting multicenter retrospective data and through prospective enrollment of ADHF patients in the ED. This approach will allow me to address my aims in multiple ED settings including teaching and community hospitals.
Approximately 5.3 million Americans presently suffer from heart failure (HF) and upwards of 700,000 new cases occur annually in the United States. Moreover, three-quarters of all Hospitalizations related to Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (ADHF) are initially seen in the Emergency Department (ED). Difficulties in making an accurate diagnosis, coupled with undefined acute treatment goals, make caring for high-risk ADHF patients in the ED a challenge. The significant morbidity and associated hospital and outpatient costs related to HF are estimated to exceed 30 billion dollars annually. Given this burden that HF places on the healthcare system, it has been recommended that more studies be done to investigate how to provide efficient care to these patients. Should more resources be directed at the care of ED patients with potential ADHF? How much do short-term outcomes such as length of stay and need for ICU care depend on the treatment decisions made in the ED? To address such questions, this study will attempt to gain insight into the initial ED care of ADHF in an attempt to understand what impact early treatment decisions have on clinical outcomes.
|Darling, Chad E; Sun, Jiaoyuan Elisabeth; Goldberg, Jordan et al. (2017) A Historical Perspective on Presentations of Hypertensive Acute Heart Failure. J Cardiovasc Dis Diagn 5:
|Chai, Peter R; Castillo-Mancilla, Jose; Buffkin, Eric et al. (2015) Utilizing an Ingestible Biosensor to Assess Real-Time Medication Adherence. J Med Toxicol 11:439-44
|Coles, Andrew H; Fisher, Kimberly; Darling, Chad et al. (2014) Long-term survival for patients with acute decompensated heart failure according to ejection fraction findings. Am J Cardiol 114:862-8
|Darling, Chad E; Sala Mercado, Javier A; Quiroga-Castro, Walter et al. (2014) Point-of-care assessment of platelet reactivity in the emergency department may facilitate rapid rule-out of acute coronary syndromes: a prospective cohort pilot feasibility study. BMJ Open 4:e003883
|Levin, Seth N; Hajduk, Alexandra M; McManus, David D et al. (2014) Cognitive status in patients hospitalized with acute decompensated heart failure. Am Heart J 168:917-23
|Darling, Chad; Saczynski, Jane S; McManus, David D et al. (2013) Delayed hospital presentation in acute decompensated heart failure: clinical and patient reported factors. Heart Lung 42:281-6
|Joffe, Samuel W; Webster, Kristy; McManus, David D et al. (2013) Improved survival after heart failure: a community-based perspective. J Am Heart Assoc 2:e000053
|Kiefer, Charles R; Stock, Rachel E; Flanagan, Sharon S et al. (2012) Early verification of myocardial ischemia with a novel biomarker of acute tissue damage: C-reactive protein fractional forms. Clin Chim Acta 413:1536-41


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What an exhilarating and fun experience!
I recently spoke at unConference 2015, and I'm grateful to Sara Fraim, Danielle Duplin, Jay Batson, and so many others for hosting an incredible conference.
My talk was on "Jedi Mind Tricks." I had a light saber, a Jedi cloak, and blared the Star Wars theme song as the audience entered the room. Jo Tango also handed out Star Wars stickers and small light sabers to our Jedi knights. It was a fun hour!
I have long believed that entrepreneurship requires special traits. As a former VC, and now, executive coach, I've seen this: the best entrepreneurs have incredible mental fortitude and big hearts. They are, in fact, Jedis.
Here's why:
When you start a company, you literally are the underdog. You are David going against Goliath. You are the challenger taking on an incumbent, who outnumbers you and has better weaponry. You are building new products in categories that have never before existed. You are challenging the status quo.
The odds are against you. It is a long journey. Many VCs will say no. Your family and friends may doubt your judgment, question your perseverance. The Empire is too strong.
You need to adopt a warrior mindset. You need to get ready for battle.
The best companies create strong, committed, and Mission-driven teams. Many things have to fall into place to destroy the Death Star. One person alone simply cannot do it.
Your team members come in unusual shapes and forms. In Chewbacca, R2D2, and Han Solo, you have a Wookie, a robot, and a smuggler. Somehow, from this melange of personalities, you will inspire them to work together with an unwavering belief in fighting for the cause.
Over time, you will learn to forget the "resume" and "packaging" of the people around you. You increasingly will only hire people who share your mission and core values. And once you have on-boarded them, you will need to empower them wholeheartedly. Luke puts 100% trust in R2D2 to watch his back while on the mission to bring down the Death Star.
I think all of us have two inner voices: the Inner Saboteur and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Luke Skywalker is tempted again and again to join The Dark Side. He struggles time and time again with self-confidence. Luke's dark-side voice sounds something like: "I am not strong enough...I am an orphan from a tiny dirt-farm in the outskirts of the Empire...who am I to be a savior of the galaxy?"
We all have this inner voice that foments doubt, uncertainty, and fear. I call it the "Inner Saboteur." We often say horrible and nasty things to ourselves. It is a voice that limits us and keeps us small.
We instead need to consciously work on The Light Side. We need to learn to listen to the Obi-Wan Kenobi voice saying "Use The Force." And, when we push aside our targeting computers in our X-Wing fighter, when we turn up the volume on the Force, we will find that great things will happen.
We can destroy the Death Star. We can do the impossible. I have a fear of public speaking, and so, my talk was a huge personal accomplishment for me. I had to use the Jedi Mind Trick on myself, as I meditated just before the talk and silenced my own dark-side fears. A thank you to all the brave entrepreneurs who joined the session.
I'll be blogging more in the weeks to come about Jedi-Entrepreneurs. Stay tuned... and May the Force be with you.


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Insurers' expression for credit unions that don't take out CPI is "running naked," Pearson explains. "This is when a credit union makes a loan with no requirement for maintaining proper insurance. Often it's a case of not wanting a member to have to take on an additional burden, or a belief that the credit union can manage its own losses. "In other cases, credit unions realize that even in a soft-volume lending market, they still have to make loans," he continues. "This often means assuming more credit risk. That practice requires more protection against loss."


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It is usually used in a mocking or derogative way. "He says that Steve, of all people, is a complete idiot." "Well it takes one to know one."


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The visiting Lexington girls field hockey team stunned top-seeded Andover, 2-0, in the Division 1 North quarterfinals on Sunday, striking 11 minutes in on junior Lauren O'Keefe's goal off a penalty corner and extending the lead on sophomore Felice Brennan's tally three minutes into the second half.
"We've been preparing for three days," said senior co-captain Emily Devine, who assisted on both goals. "We knew we had to come in and play really tough. To just do the things we've done in practice, we knew we could stay with them."
Andover (17-2-1) appeared to score first on a tap-in by junior forward Kathrine Furry, but the goal was quickly disallowed. That was all Lexington (15-4-1) needed.
"All I knew was that Emily [Devine] was going to take that huge shot right into me," said O'Keefe. "I knew I had to get my stick back in there, and it went in and it was awesome."
When Brennan connected, "It made the coaches feel better on the sidelines," Lexington coach Laura Galopim said of the second tally. "I think for us, confidence-wise, to be able to pull the trigger offensively and really focus on stopping them from scoring."
The Lexington defense pressed up, not allowing Andover to get scoring chances, forcing the Warrior offense to the perimeter.
"We decided to play a little more defensively," said Galopim. "We pulled our best defenders back a bit, and since we had the two-goal lead, we felt we could do that. It felt like we could play defensively better. It was a tournament game, we just wanted to come out with the win, didn't care what the score was."
A late Andover corner forced sophomore goalie Abbie Ortyl to make several saves, and Lexington held on for the win.
Boys' soccer
Division 2 South
Nauset 5, Canton 0 — James McCully scored twice to boost the host Warriors (19-0-0).
Division 2 North
Beverly 2, Reading 2 — Dan Russell scored twice in regulation time to lead the Panthers, and Michael Pinter scored the clinching goal to win 8-7 in penalty kicks.
Division 4 South
Archbishop Williams 7, St. John Paul II 1 — Senior Sean Keenan scored a hat trick to lead the Bishops (13-3-4).
Cohasset 4, Millis 2 — Senior Mathias Loft scored twice in the Skippers' (15-3-1) victory.
Swampscott 5, Stoneham 1 — Senior Jaymie Caponigro netted two goals to boost the host Big Blue (17-1-1).
North Reading 2, Tewksbury 0 — Rachel Hill found the back of the net twice to lift the host Hornets (14-4-1).
Hamilton-Wenham 1, Bishop Fenwick 0 — Elizabeth Kirschner scored, and Kelly Walsh made 13 saves in her 13th shutout this season.
Division 4 North
St. Mary's 2, Mystic Valley 1 — Codi Butt scored two goals — including the winner in double OT with two minutes left — to lead the Spartans (11-9).
Girls' volleyball
Division 2 North
Bishop Fenwick 3, Danvers 1 — Seniors Molly Camelo and Steph Bona combined for 30 kills in the win.
Division 3 South
Case 3, Bourne 0 — Seniors Lauren Davidson and Madison Majewski tallied eight kills and 25 assists, respectively, for the victorious Cardinals.
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Monday night we headed down to Old Town Alexandria to go to The Light Horse for Cassie and Sean's going away party. They are moving to Portland! So many good beer opportunities for them, which I know they will take advantage of! But we will miss you!!
And our friend John is leaving too! (watch out Chattanooga!) Sigh, the climbing gym will never the the same!
I started out with one of my new favorites, Left Hand Milk Stout!
Very creamy, smooth, medium bodied, sweet, but not sickeningly sweet. Tastes of roasted malts, chocolate. No bitterness. I really like this beer! I haven't had many Left Hand beers but I think I'll be trying more based on how much I like this one!
Next, I convinced Jack to split the Allagash Black with me! Big bottle! Yeah, that's how we roll on a Monday night! haha
In bars, I always seem to be able to order the Allagash White (being a Witbier, it must be pretty popular) but I never see the Black available. The Black, which is a Belgian Strong Dark Ale (7.5% abv), seems more my style, so I was pleased when Jack said that he'd help me drink some. I think I ended up drinking much more of this beer than Jack, but I was helping him stay sober so he could drive home (at least that's what I tell myself). This beer was great, fairly carbonated, sweet, charred and a little smoky, but you can't confuse it with a stout. Its very dark, but more Belgian than stout. I can't wait to get this beer again when I have less going on around me so I can pay more attention to the complexities in this beer.
Kind of a bitter sweet night. Good luck to Cassie and Sean! Now I have an awesome reason to visit Portland!


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