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ADAMS will have an intimite liveshow at 330 LIVE in The Hague on Sunday March 15. This performance is in cooperation with HIGHFeeL and AVO!
There is a possibility to have a VIP session with ADAMS. This will start at 19.00 PM. You will meet ADAM and Shota of ADAMS, get a photo with them and 330 LIVE becomes 330 Museum and you can join the special photo exhibition with pictures of Ryota Sakai. Also is it possible for the VIP to buy exclusive ADAMS merchandise.
VIP upgrade is invalid without a regular ticket, you can buy this regular ticket only at the website of 330 LIVE! Normal tickets will cost €12,- online and €15,- at the door.
20.00 PM: Doors
20.30 PM: Start show
ADAMS is all about LOVE.
An ultimate love, far from the barriers of gender, borders, clichés.
A universal message, a humanist band, this is ADAMS.
ADAMS describes itself as a "NEOSEXUAL" rock duo, incorporating the theme of Ultimate Love across the borders of gender into their lyrics, videos and live performances. The concept includes hints of scandal, and an électro pop sound. ADAMS members, vocalist Adam and guitarist Shota, want to create with this concept something original, revolutionary and timeless. The sexy image, captivating music and the never before seen concept of ADAMS create an irresistible combination.
Artistically provocative, but always in the most esthetic way, ADAMS tells the story of a new Genesis with two Adams, instead of Adam and Eve, committing the First Sin.
ADAMS expects to achieve its goal of sensational success before its 10th (and final) anniversary in 2021.
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Patrick Troughton is regarded as the most important actor to play the role of Doctor Who. Having influenced nearly every one of his successors from Peter Davison to Matt Smith, he set the standard in the blend of a weird alien persona who could be silly, intense and charming all at once. Sadly, most of the stories that he appeared in are lost. Only half of his catalog has been released on DVD, much of it with gaps filled by narration or cartoons. In 2013, two of his stories (Enemy of the World and The Web of Fear) were made viewable with the discovery of nine parts, a major boon for fans.
To date, The Underwater Menace is the only story with a recently reclaimed missing episode not to be released on DVD. According to rumor, the folks at 2|Entertain were prepared to explore adding animated sequences to fill in the blanks for this classic story.
A 4-part story screened from 14 January 1967 to 4 February 1967, this was the third outing for Troughton as the Doctor, who was still finding his footing as the cosmic hobo. At this stage, there was a lot of quirkiness, silly hats and cross-dressing still to be worked through. This version of the Doctor was still in progress and to add to the challenge, a third companion, Jamie McCrimmon was added to the mix!
The Underwater Menace is set in Atlantis, a mythical civilization guarded by men in wet suits, a general population bedecked in seaweed and shells and… the Fish People. Lording over them all is the great god Amdo, a deity represented by a massive stone idol. Challenging Amdo is the mad Professor Zaroff, who has plans to raise the sunken continent to the surface from which he will rule the world. The story isn't generally regarded as a 'classic' due to the runaround plot and Joseph Furst whose performance as Zaroff stretches to outer space, but Underwater Menace does have some of the most iconic imagery of 1960's Doctor Who in a long sequence following the Fish People in their habitat.
Episode 2 was discovered in 2011 and marks the earliest complete episode of the second Doctor Who, Patrick Troughton. This would join episode 3 which is already in the 'vault.' At this time, there are no plans to release this on DVD.
If, like many fans, you want to see this adventure released on DVD, let BBC Worldwide know by contacting them at this site.

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The City of Ennis Department of Health Services has an active program for assessing the numbers and types of mosquitoes within the City. The Department's staff is licensed through Texas Department of State Health Services to purchase and apply insecticides for public health protection. Licensure requires annual classroom training of staff on the safe use and application of pesticides About the Pesticides We Use. The Department utilizes Integrated Pest Management (IMP) approach in Mosquito Control Mosquito_Control_Items.pdf.
In addition staff must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the biology and ecology of mosquitoes, to apply monitoring techniques and to establish what type of monitoring and/or control measures to employ and how to evaluate the effectiveness of the monitoring and/or control measures applied.
Each week, City staff sets out approximately 8 traps throughout the city. The number of mosquitoes trapped at each location is logged, and each trap net's catch (called a "pool" of mosquitoes) is shipped to the Texas Department of State Health Service's laboratory in Austin for testing. Mosquitoes are tested for the West Nile Virus (WNV), St. Louis encephalitis (SLE) and several other mosquito-borne viruses.
To report stagnant water or request a trap to sample mosquitoes, contact the City of Ennis Department of Health Services at 972.875.1234. Both the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, and the Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin have written guidelines and regulations that relate to municipalities' and county governments' use of airborne pesticides (truck-mounted sprayers). This form of mosquito control is known as "adulticiding" or killing adult mosquitoes.
Though most U.S. cities used adulticiding throughout the latter half of the twentieth century to reduce "nuisance" mosquitoes (those species that bite humans but normally don't carry disease), nuisance spraying is heavily discouraged by state and federal health officials. The City of Ennis has adopted the recommendations of the CDC when deciding when to use the truck-mounted adulticiding spray unit.
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- When a particular trap location has over 100 female mosquitoes in one night of trapping.
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- When the county or state health department reports a suspected human case of WNV or SLE in Ennis.
- When the county or state health department reports a confirmed human case of WNV or SLE in Ennis.
In May of this year (2015), the City of Ennis Department of Health Services staff began monitoring mosquito populations captured in live mosquito traps throughout various locations around the City. At this time (October 2015), there have been three mosquito traps that have tested positive for the West Nile Virus, to date there have been no reported human cases of West Nile Virus within the City limits.
For more information, please call the Department of Health Services at 972.875.6442. You may also contact us to schedule a treatment of stagnant bodies of water in public areas. City staff will treat the area within 48 hours.
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This sticker is 6*4in based on a poster that is also available in my store! The stickers shows some of the anatomical names for the outside area, also known as vulva for some. None of the language in the sticker is gendered, since there is a bunch of different gender identities that might share similar genitalia. The illustration and design was made by yours truly originally for my online Knowledge Share on Radically and Consciouly Menstruating. You can learn more about the project here: https://goo.gl/fJBMN1. For BULK orders or international shipping emai firstname.lastname@example.com


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Category learning is a fundamental cognitive process enabling the creation of simplified representations of objects/events. We focus on comparison processes for category learning - learning categories by comparing pairs of exemplars identified to be from the same category (same-class exemplars) vs. pairs from different categories (different-class exemplars). We previously found that these two comparison processes differ dramatically: In the context of learning to categorize novel complex stimuli, training with different-class exemplars depends on pair selection and may require directions for use. On the other hand, same-class exemplars are generally more informative and their use more intuitive. We now report two additional characteristics of learning from same- and different-class pairs. Firstly, while the ability to learn from different-class exemplars develops in late childhood (age 10–14), learning from same-class exemplars seems to be present already in early childhood (6–10). We tested younger and older children and adults on a categorization task, using either same- or different-class exemplar pairs for defining categories. Younger children were unable to execute the different-class comparison strategy. In a related fMRI study, we tested adult participants in three conditions: category learning from same- or from different-class exemplars and a control task, using the same stimuli, but where participants performed a same/different judgment on background shapes. fMRI findings suggest that brain areas associated with complex object processing (V4, LOC), are dramatically more engaged during category learning. At the same time, frontal areas (left and right inferior frontal gyrus) are activated exclusively during the categorization task. Same- vs. different-class exemplar use leads to nuance differences in fMRI activation (when performance level is matched). We conclude that largely the same cortical areas are used for categorization by same- vs. different-class exemplars, though the mechanisms within these areas and degree of their use may differ, underlying different behavioral and developmental effects.
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Meet Legendary Pascal's Manale Oyster Shucker
Thomas "Uptown T" Stewart
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Whenever I am in New Orleans one of my favorite stops, and usually my first, is to visit Thomas Stewart, Know as "Uptown T" to friends and locals. I have enjoyed may a dozen oysters at this classic, marble topped, stand up oyster bar. It's the first thing you see when you walk into the bar from the side street door on Dryades St. Pascal's Manale is on the corner of Napoleon and Dryades and as you enter go straight to the bar tender, buy a Red Chip or two, good for one or two dozen oysters. I never have purchased the Green Chip, good for 1/2 a dozen.
Usually Diane and I get three dozen to start, then work our way up from there.
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Five Types of Oysters Grown in U.S.The five types of oysters grown in the U.S. are the Crassostrea gigas, typically a West Coast or Japanees oyster. The Crassostrea sikamen or Kumamoto oyster also a West Coast. Another West Coast beauty is the Ostrea lurida or Olympia Oyster. It is thumb size with a sweet taste and a celery like aftertaste of finish. These oysters are very rare, if you find them on the menu, I suggest you order a dozen. They are a favorite of mine. Ostrea edulis or the European flats and grown on both the East and West Coasts of the U.S. This is the Belon, or the European Flats. Very fragile to ship because they easily loose their liquid. Most of the ones I have eaten have a rubber band holding the two shells closed to prevent them drying out. If on the menu, I will always eat them, but last because of the strong flavor. If eaten first, the other oyster taste will be covered up by the Belon, rich, mineral flavor and a mouthful. Last but not least is the oyster I grew up on, the Crassostrea virginica, or our Gulf Coast Oyster. Having enjoyed and indulged these virginicas all my life, that's my go to oyster and probably favorite.
It's a Social ThingOyster bars bring out the best in eating and socializing. I always meet the most interesting people sitting or standing around the bar, usually talking about their favorite spots or memorable food experiences. Next time you feel like having a great oyster moment, visit your local oyster shucker, and have a dozen or two.
Uptown T is the epitome of what I think a great oyster shucker should be, handy with the knife, friendly, engaging and leave you feeling you are his only customer and best friend.
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Eating oysters at a classic oyster bar always makes the experience better when you have friendly, experienced oyster shuckers. They know it's essential for a well shucked oyster to always have the aductor mussel cut clean from both shells and presented nicely on ice. What I enjoy about Pascal's Manale's historic oyster bar, the oysters are ice cold then shucked and presented on a white marble counter right in front of you. No platter, but never more oysters on the counter that you can eat in a minute. This keeps the oyster firm, crisp and cold. Never rush eating oysters, enjoy the flavor of each, chewing and slurping every last drop of liquor. Every oyster has it's distinctive taste, slow down and enjoy the Merroir.
Take Your Time, Enjoy the Oyster Moment!
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|Christmas at Pascal's Manale Oyster Bar
This Great Oyster Moment captured a couple of years back, brings such fond memories. It was right before Christmas, Diane and I had made a quick trip to enjoy New Orleans, it's food, the Roosevelt Hotel, and it's Christmas decorations. The Holiday Season has always been a hectic time for us. Being in the restaurant, catering, and wholesale seafood processing and distribution business dictates working 24 hours a day for some of our operations. Going on this little excursion always brings me to the right place, Christmas Spirit. I quickly forget about how hard we have been working and remember the reason for this celebration. This particular year we sat at the bar and enjoyed visiting with locals and tourists, walking back and forth to the oyster bar three times, enjoying a dozen each time. Nothing reminds me of Christmas like raw oysters and oyster dressing. That week we had plenty of each.
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As some of you are aware, we are in the process of building a new website for the Royal Opera House. We will be improving customers' experience of booking tickets online and making it easier to find information on the website.
The process of upgrading and testing our ticketing system is complicated and finding a time to do it was always going to be a challenge. We have decided to go ahead between booking periods and over a weekend as these are quieter for the box office. In reality there is never a good time to do work of this sort, but we need to be ready well before we launch the new website.
Our current website struggles to meet the needs of the increasingly large numbers who visit us each month. Part of the process described by our Chief Technology Officer Rob Greig, in the first of a series of blog posts, is to upgrade our system for booking tickets. The software that we use is called Tessitura, and is used by arts organisations including the Metropolitan Opera and the Royal Albert Hall. This weekend's work is essential for the new website but all of these changes are behind the scenes, rather than to anything you will be able to see when we reopen booking on Monday.
Over the weekend you can still see some information about productions in the Discover section of the website, or on the 2011 / 12 Season Guide, but the production pages will not be visible. Phone lines and booking in person will also be closed until Monday afternoon.
Thank you for bearing with us during these changes. We hope that the short-term frustrations will be outweighed by the improvements you will see when the site relaunches later in the year.


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I've been interested in practicing asana (yoga postures) as a mindfulness practice for a long time. With hindsight it feels like my asana practice has been about exploring mindfulness well before I knew mindfulness was a thing. I'd like to share a bit from my experience of bringing mindfulness to the asana practice, starting with a definition of mindfulness.
I particularly like Thich Nhat Hanh's definition: mindfulness is "keeping our consciousness alive to the present reality"[1]. It tells us that mindfulness happens when we are fully present with our immediate experience. By implication it also tells us that mindfulness training is about learning to direct our consciousness to what is happening right now internally and externally. Asking, with a willingness to hear the answer, 'how am I right now'?
The Buddha offered a clear mindfulness practice path by defining the four foundations of mindfulness. My experience is that as one focuses on one foundation of mindfulness one inevitably develops in all four. Here I would like to focus on the first foundation of mindfulness: mindfulness of the body.
One of the things I find interesting about the bodymind system is that while we often treat the body and the mind as separate systems they actually mirror each other closely with one important difference: the mind has the ability to engage a range of defences that hide what is going on from itself while the body doesn't. Because the body does not know how to hide anything one of the mind's defences is to shut the body's chatter out of one's consciousness. By strengthening our ability to be mindful of the body's conversation we learn how to keep our consciousness alive to the present reality. The outcome of this learning path is that we learn how and who we are.
So what might this look like in practice?
In a mindfulness centred practice the postures and sequences are there to facilitate an enquiry rather than as something to be achieved. Instead of aiming for a predetermined shape we place our awareness inside and explore muscle tone with our breath movement. The postures and sequences don't matter! They are just the scaffolding that supports our enquiry of how things are right now.
During the practice, whether we are in simple standing posture, moving into a posture or holding a posture, we are constantly in a state of arriving. This attitude of arriving creates space for observation and micro-adjustments of our bodymind system. In this way we let go of rigidity and become stronger and more flexible, internally and externally.
[1] Thich Nhat Hanh (2008) The Miracle of Mindfulness, p.11
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The Doctor, Polly and Ben find themselves on the Cornish coast in the 17th century. The Doctor is the lone witness to the dying words of a former pirate, who wishes to pass on the location of a buried treasure. Soon, however, the time travellers are pursued by the vicious Captain Pike, who is also in search of the treasure, and become embroiled in the covert smuggling operations of the era.
On March 8th, 1966, some months after he completed work on The Celestial Toymaker, Brian Hayles was commissioned to write a storyline for a Doctor Who adventure entitled "The Nazis". Shortly thereafter, however, story editor Gerry Davis contacted Hayles with a request that he shift his attention to a new serial which needed to be completed at very short notice. Davis requested that this be a high-adventure historical, and so Hayles suggested a plot in the vein of Russell Thorndyke's Dr Syn novels, which dealt with pirating and smuggling in the seventeenth century. Davis concurred, and The Smugglers was commissioned on April 4th; "The Nazis", meanwhile, would eventually be abandoned on June 15th.
The Smugglers, designated Serial CC, was scheduled to be the final story made as part of Doctor Who's third production block, but would be held over to start the programme's fourth season. To properly realise Hayles' swashbuckling tale, The Smugglers was assigned Doctor Who's first major location shoot. To date, the handful of stories which featured any out-of-studio filming at all had been confined to the vicinity of London; The Smugglers, by contrast, would enjoy five days in Cornwall.
To this end, Julia Smith was named as the serial's director. Smith had earned her start at the BBC as a production manager before joining Paddy Russell -- who had helmed The Massacre Of St Bartholomew's Eve -- amongst first women to take the BBC's internal directors' course. She had since handled episodes of programmes including Dr Finlay's Casebook and Compact. Smith knew the Cornish coast very well, and therefore could help ensure a smooth period of filming. In particular, Smith had to exercise care with regard to William Hartnell. The star's health was getting worse as the production block drew to a close, and he had recently suffered through several months of poor relations with the previous production team of John Wiles and Donald Tosh, who left Doctor Who in January. To make matters worse, Hartnell was finding it difficult to mesh with his new co-stars, Michael Craze and Anneke Wills. Craze and Wills were set to join Doctor Who in The War Machines, the serial immediately preceding The Smugglers.
Due to the number and complexity of the fight sequences in The Smugglers, Smith sought the assistance of stuntman Derek Ware. Ware had worked on Doctor Who since 100,000 BC, and had recently formed his own stunt agency, called HAVOC. Ware and his HAVOC team would prove to be an integral part of Smith's production, marking the start of a relationship with Doctor Who which would continue well into the Seventies.
On June 18th, cast and crew travelled to Penzance, their base of operations for the location work. Throughout the next five days, Smith's team would be assisted by numerous local extras, notably members of the Sea Cadets. Hartnell, Craze and Wills were required only for the first day of filming, June 19th, at Nanjizal Cove south of Land's End; worked continued there on the 20th, which also took in material at nearby Bosistow Cliffs. June 21st saw the team move to St Grada Church in Grade, Church Cove, and the environs of the town of Helston, while Trethewey Farm in Trethewey was the venue for the 22nd. All the scenes recorded on June 23rd were set aboard the Bonny Mary, the ship which doubled for the Black Albatross. The vessel departed from Newlyn Harbour and anchored off Nanjizal Bay. Several members of the cast and crew suffered from seasickness on this day -- including Smith herself -- but managed to pull through and complete all the necessary material.
Studio recording took place in Riverside 1 on successive Fridays beginning on July 8th. On this day, Terence De Marney, playing the Churchwarden, unfortunately misrecited the riddle which would form a key element of the narrative; instead of the names "Ringwood, Smallbeer, and Gurney", De Marney listed "Smallwood, Ringwood, and Gurney". Taping otherwise proceeded normally until the final episode was recorded on July 29th, bringing an end to both The Smugglers and Doctor Who's third production block.
Meanwhile, producer Innes Lloyd had convinced his superiors at the BBC that Hartnell should be replaced with a new actor early in programme's fourth season. Michael Hordern -- who counted the films Cleopatra and The Spy Who Came In From The Cold amongst his many credits -- was considered for the role, as was Patrick Wymark, who had appeared in programmes such as Danger Man and The Power Game. (Ironically, both Hordern and Wymark had featured in The Scarecrow Of Romney Marsh, a TV adaptation of Thorndyke's Dr Syn novels featuring Patrick McGoohan in the eponymous role.) Another possibility was Ron Moody, star of feature films such as Murder Most Foul and who had recently appeared in an episode of The Avengers.
In late June, however, actor Patrick Troughton was approached by Lloyd. Troughton was reticent to accept the part immediately, but contemplated the offer throughout the month of July. During the production of The Smugglers, Hartnell and Lloyd met and Hartnell agreed that he should leave Doctor Who after one more serial, to be recorded at the start of the new production block. Hartnell had long hoped to complete five seasons of Doctor Who, but now realised that this was an unlikely proposition. He was reassured by the possible casting of Troughton, whom he respected as an actor, and also by Lloyd's assertion that his successor would have a totally new take on the character of the Doctor, rather than simply aping Hartnell's performance.
Hartnell informed his wife, Heather, of his decision on July 16th. The pair then decided to vacation in Cornwall, during which time the news of Hartnell's imminent departure from Doctor Who was announced to the press on August 6th. Just over a month later, the first episode of The Smugglers aired, getting Doctor Who's tumultuous fourth season under way.
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Monday, July 28, 2015
The IBEW system Council T6 Business Managers, CWA District 1, and IBEW NY Regional Bargaining Committee met with the Company today on an informal basis yesterday to continue discussion on issues involving Flexibility. As the clock keeps ticking toward expiration, the Company will not even engage in honest, informal discussions around difficult issues that both parties need addressed even though we have tried to engage them in these discussions.
While the unions are still reviewing some of the information provided by the company on their proposals, the unions are still waiting for much more information to assess and cost out their proposals and the effect on our members. This has always been a long process, however this time around, there seems to be no sense of urgency on the company's part to supply the information needed and to have discussions on a contract. The company just wants what they want and are not interested in what the union members need. So, therefore, it is the company that has been deliberately bogging down the negotiation process and this should not be a surprise to anyone. In case you don't know, this is not really a good company to work for. Verizon has never been good to their employees, and it is because we are unionized that they have aggressively moved work and jobs out-of-state and overseas, and purposely created chaos with center consolidations to try to force people to quit. So, they can advertise all they want on how great they are, and we can get these letters and e-mails from Verizon's empty suits like Marc Reed and Bob Mudge telling us how fair their proposals are, but we know the truth: they don't want a union and do not care about their employees and their customers. What they fail to mention is the flexibility they seek is eliminating job security and contracting more work out to eliminate more jobs but fail to mention this to you and the public…. They also fail to mention just how bad their healthcare and retirement proposals really are.
It is the Company that needs to get serious and remove their retrogressive demands and start bargaining with your Union.
With only 3 days left until the expiration of our contract it is clear that there is no urgency on the part of the Company to reach an agreement. Verizon has no regard for our members who built this Company and made this Company profitable.
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What is Metronomic Chemotherapy?
Metronomic chemotherapy is an innovative treatment method for both canine and human cancers. In metronomic chemotherapy, lower doses of chemotherapeutic drugs are administered orally on a regular basis. This approach focuses on preserving normal cells, cutting off the blood supply to the tumor, and boosting the immune system. Because it is administered in high doses, traditional chemotherapy often damages the DNA of normal cells. Lower, regular doses minimize damage to the regular cells and do not suppress the immune system like other types of chemotherapy.
The aim of metronomic chemotherapy is to keep the tumor the same size rather than shrink or obliterate it. Essentially, metronomic chemotherapy treats cancer as a chronic condition, provided that it has not caused severe pain or complications for the dog. Metronomic chemotherapy has fewer side effects than traditional chemotherapies. It may be recommended for dogs that have certain types of cancers or cannot tolerate traditional chemotherapy.
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Metronomic Chemotherapy Procedure in Dogs
Since metronomic chemotherapy is administered orally, there is no surgical procedure involved. The veterinarian will conduct blood and urine tests before prescribing a metronomic chemotherapy regimen. Metronomic chemotherapy drugs are usually administered every day or every other day. Upon prescription, the veterinarian will advise the owner on dosage, frequency, and side effects.
Efficacy of Metronomic Chemotherapy in Dogs
Metronomic chemotherapy has proven effective in managing cancerous tumors, especially for dogs that cannot tolerate traditional chemotherapy. It is even more effective for dogs diagnosed and treated early. Although 10% to 40% of patients experience side effects – including vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite – these effects are not as severe as those associated with traditional chemotherapy. Side effects are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Additionally, metronomic chemotherapy is cheaper and less invasive than traditional chemotherapy.
Metronomic Chemotherapy Recovery in Dogs
Owners should follow all dosage instructions exactly, and make a note of any side effects or complications that arise. If an allergic reaction occurs, owners should seek immediate veterinary attention. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled every four to eight weeks to take additional blood and urine samples and monitor healing progress. As treatment and healing progress, the veterinarian may choose to taper the dosage or decrease the frequency of follow-up appointments.
Cost of Metronomic Chemotherapy in Dogs
The cost of metronomic chemotherapy may vary based on standards of living, the amount of drugs prescribed, the size of the dog, and additional treatment costs. The price of metronomic chemotherapy ranges from $100 to $600 per month.
Dog Metronomic Chemotherapy Considerations
Because it is an oral treatment method, complications and side effects of metronomic chemotherapy are milder and less common compared to traditional chemotherapy. Side effects may include, but are not limited to:
- Vomiting and/or diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Myelosuppression: A decrease in red and white blood cell count associated with decreased activity of bone marrow
Metronomic chemotherapy is a relatively new approach to cancer treatment. It is concerned with keeping the tumor the same size by cutting off the blood supply so the tumor cannot grow larger or spread. However, its effectiveness in treating many types of cancers has yet to be determined. Though the current veterinary literature is optimistic about metronomic chemotherapy, more wide-scale studies are needed to fully assess its effectiveness.
Metronomic Chemotherapy Prevention in Dogs
It is virtually impossible to prevent cancer in dogs. However, owners should limit their dogs' exposure to carcinogens, or cancer-causing agents in the environment. These include cigarette smoke, air pollution, toxic chemicals, plastic, furniture, and more. Pet owners that are concerned about cancer should research carcinogens in dogs. Food bowls and toys made of certain materials, notably plastics containing BPA, may increase a dog's risk for developing cancer. Dogs diagnosed and treated for cancer should not be bred. Owners should never administer oral chemotherapy drugs exclusively made for human use unless explicitly instructed to do so by a vet.
Metronomic Chemotherapy Questions and Advice from Veterinary Professionals
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My 9 year old beagle had a splenectomy in December and the tumor was determined to be stromal sarcoma. He did well after the surgery and is back to normal. The spleen had not ruptured. We talked to an oncologist and are trying to figure out if we should do the metronomic of IV chemo. Right now there is no evidence of cancer in his liver or his lungs. Can you help to make an informed decision. We know the IV chemo will be very hard on him. Thank you.
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Is Metronomic Chemotherapy thought to be effective in canine lymphoma--the type with the enlarged peripheral lymph nodes? The enlarged submandibular nodes were first noticed about 8 months ago, but treatment was not started until about 2 months ago.
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Technology has surpassed almost all the assumptions that we used to just think of a few years back. AR or augmented reality apps are the true example to it. In case you have paid attention to the graphics that appear in the form of score when you watch a match or play those virtual games using some special gadget, you must have experienced AR in person.
Augmented reality seems to be an innovative approach but this technology has already made its appearance. AR is so common that we fail to notice the effectivity of the same around us. Be it an application or the virtual playstation you are addicted to, the existence of these apps have only become possible through utilizing the elements of Augmented reality.
The elements of AR are utilized within an app are proved to improve the overall user's experience. Suppose, you are using a shopping app, the AR within the app will help you see the products more clearly in addition to boosting the overall experience. The reason for the popularity of AR apps is again the same. Moreover, they are useful for users and the app developers alike, which offers more weightage to this innovative technique.
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Shopping online is still exotic for some of the users. They are too worried to buy a product that they are not able to see properly. AR based apps tackle to such problems to a great extent. They bring an actual image of the product that seems much like a reality. This way shoppers are able to gain a fulfilling experience. And, an augmented experience has got all the potential to influence the users for the shopping.
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There are a number of apps that offer reviews, customer feedback as well as the rating to the users. This means a lot for the potential customers who are yet to experience the product and the services. This will help them make a better choice and know the efficiency of the product. An enriching experience is sure to appeal to the users and get their attention.
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AR apps can also be used to get the cheapest price details of a product available at different stores. Besides making the comparison, the info on the availability of the product at the nearest stores can also be gained through these applications. Users have also got the chance to compare the product based on the availability of the product and the price of the same.
Information on Discount and Coupons
AR apps bring the real value to the clients by offering the information on the services and the products available on discount.
This makes it easy for the users to make the choice from the list of extended number of products. Making it easy for the users builds their credibility in a certain application. And thus, AR apps can additionally help this way to enrich the experience of the clients.
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The best thing about AR apps is that users can easily compare the product. Users do not need to move from their spaces in order to get all the related information about any specific service or the product. Such a convenience helps users to know every bit of information about the product just by browsing through the apps. It is absolutely convenient for them.
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by Chris B. Sakkas KB8ITU
The Simple Simplex Repeater is a low-cost, easy-to-huild project that, when interfaced with a transceiver acts as a limited simplex repeater Unlike most repeaters, a simplex repeater operates on a single frequency by recording the incoming transmission and playing back this recording on the same frequency. Operators who would otherwise not he ahle to contact each other directly can use a simplex repeater operated by another party to communicate. The Simple Simplex Repeater is handy in these situations and tor use during emergency conditions.
The Simple Simplex Repeater is easy to interface to most transceivers, and can be built using readily available parts. Only three ICs and a handful of other components are needed to build the project The core of the project is the rSDIOOOA Voice Record and Playback IC. available from Radio Shack, that stores up to 20 seconds of audio irom an incoming transmission. When the incoming transmission has ended, the repealer keys the transceiver and plays the recorded transmission.
Figure 1 shows the schematic diagram lor the Simple Simplex Repeater Point J1 is the input ol the carrier-operated squelch (COS) signal from the radio. A received audio signal is said to be present when the COS signal is greater than 0.7 V. switching the collector of transistor Q2 to ground. The play/record UV^R) pin of Ul. the ISD1000A, then becomes low, placing U1 in record mode. NAND gates U3B and U3C are set up as inverters, and thus generate a high output. D flip-flop 1-4A is clocked on this positive edge, therefore making the Q output high. NAND gale U3A has hoth inputs high, therefore generating a low input to the power down (P!)) pin of Ul. The resistor R2 and capacitor C6 combination is used to generate a brief delay.
After COS drops below 0.7 V. the P/*R pin of Ul is made high, placing Ul in play mode. D Hip-flop U4B is clocked on the positive edge, making the Q output high, which ke\s the F1 I" of the radio by switching transistor Ql. l iie R3-R4-C7 combination works as a negaiive-edge triggered negative pulse, which places the output of NAND gate U3A high for a brief period to allow UI to enter playback mode.
When pla> is complete (or the audio memory is full), the end of message (*EOM) pin of Ul goes low. This clears U4A and U4B, allowing the PTT to be released and Ui to power down. The play sequence is entered if ihis state is created by a memory lull condition after COS drops below 0.7 V.
Potentiometer RI controls the u>lume of the audio out signal. A transformer can be used to match the output impedance to the radio, if desired.
U2 is a 5 V voltage regulator included in the design to allow connection to various unregulated DC supplies between the ranges of 7 V and 12 V. if. however, a regulated 5 V supply is used to provide power, U2 can be eliminated and the regulated supply can he connected lo the points in the diagram.
The Simple Simplex Repeater can be interfaced easily to most radios. Six in-
Parts List for the Simple Simplex Repeater
U1-ISD1000A Voice Record/Playback IC (RS 276-1325* U2—7805 5 V voltage regulator U3—74L300 quad NAND oate IC U4-74LS74 dual D flip flop IC □V Q2-2N3904 NPN Iransislors
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R1—IK ohm potentiometer
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Cl, C2. C3, OA C5h C6 -0 22 mF capacitor iRS 272-1070) C7—220-|iF electrolytic capacitor (RS 272-1029)
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Connectors solder, bread boarding maienal, power supply
Connect to carrier-operated squelch of radio. Must provide >0 7 V if a carrier is present and <0 7 V it no carrier is present.
Unregulated DC input from 7 to 12 V.
J3—Audio Out
Connect to audio input of radio and adjust R1 to suitable volume level
Connect to push-to-talk of radio to control transmitting This point is grounded to key the transmitter.
J5—Audio In
Connect to audio output of radio. The input impedance ot this point is 2.7k ohm and the maximum drive level is 50 mV p-pT
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As a consumer, you want to make an informed decision about your purchases. But, when it comes to seafood, you're often shopping blind because some supermarkets fail to label their packages. Costco doesn't sufficiently label seafood products. As a result, customers can't avoid purchasing destructively fished species. Costco has to stop hiding behind their massive warehouse and start implementing labeling practices so their customers will know exactly what they're buying.
Seeing red in bulk
Costco must also stop selling red list seafood beginning immediately with orange roughy and Chilean sea bass. These fish species need special protection — both species are long-lived and slow growing, and reproduce late in life. This makes them particularly vulnerable to overfishing. Orange roughy is caught in bottom trawls, which have horrific impacts on the seabed and the animals living there. Chilean sea bass, also known as Antarctic or Patagonian toothfish, is often unregulated, unreported, and illegally caught — pirate fishing at its worst.
Greenpeace surveys found that Costco continues to sell fifteen of the twenty-two red list seafood: Alaskan pollock, Atlantic cod, Atlantic salmon, Atlantic sea scallops, Chilean sea bass, grouper, monkfish, ocean quahog, orange roughy, red snapper, redfish, South Atlantic albacore tuna, swordfish, tropical shrimp, and yellowfin tuna.


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Buda & Pest
Blue funk contagions
gash through Pest air
into human pores
to clog hope
that no rain washes
Away sits home.
Here I lie.
Take me away.
Buda is all pine:
A tree, evergreen.
Sentiment, unclean,
leaves of which
fly across the river
to fall piecemeal
into Pest's lap.
Drunk artists climb
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to view Buda
lit by night;
lights that are
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This is our first weekend of summer, and it's looking pretty nice. For many, this is also the first weekend the kids will be out of school, and you likely don't want them stuck in the house. The big weather question is how quickly a front will move east on Saturday. As long as the front keeps on moving, we will see some sunshine by the second part of the day; a slower-moving front would keep clouds and the risk of showers around. The driest part of the area will be north and west of the coastline with the cloudiest conditions and highest risk of showers over the eastern half of the state.
Friday is warm and humid
A warm front pushing to our north has allowed warm and humid air back into the region. This means Friday is going to have that feeling of summer again, with high humidity and very warm temperatures. Highs will go into the 80s in the afternoon. I don't expect a lot of sunshine, and there could be scattered showers and storms. After the morning downpours, there could still be more showers later this afternoon.
Saturday is the unsettled day this weekend
The weather Saturday shouldn't be a washout, but there is a risk of showers in the morning and again in the middle of the day. These could contain thunder and a downpour. The air is expected to dry out during the latter half of the afternoon. I wouldn't cancel any plans, but know there could be showers. Humidity will be highest in the morning and then it may fall in the afternoon.
Notice the image below. This is a forecast radar. That line of red and orange is a line of predicted showers and storms in the early afternoon. It's not very wide, so if you see one, it won't last too long.
Warm and dry Sunday
Sunday is the pick of the weekend. There is no chance of rain; there will be abundant sunshine and humidity will be quite low. High pressure takes over and keeps us in a great pattern for a nice Monday as well.
If you are headed to the beach, tides will be high around noon at most beaches, but check your local tide table for the exact time. There is still no major prolonged heat or humidity in sight as we finish the final week of June.
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A gadget review by Nicholas Newman
Being a journalist means for much of my time I am chained to my desk typing away at my computer all day. This means I am always changing my keyboards, mousses and rest pads to try and improve my productivity and comfort at work.
The handshake position of this vertical mouse keeps my wrist from bending as much to the side, whilst my forearm also turns inwards to a lesser degree, than with traditional devices. This means muscle activity in the forearm is less than it would be when using a traditional mouse.
I thought I would try out the new to me Evoluent mouse, it's supposed to be great for reducing the prospect of repetitive strain injury and helpful for those with arthritis in the hand. In fact, research shows that using a vertical mouse ensures faster recovery from forearm, wrist and hand complaints. I see the Evoluent 4 Vertical Mouse is available in corded and wireless versions, with pricing starting at around £120
Trying it out
I took it out of the box and found an object that looks like some sort of spaceship. I thought, "There was no way I get used to this!" However, a friend of mine said that once after an initial struggle it is worth persevering. After a little trial and error, I got used to this new gadget.
One problem with it is it is too big for my laptop
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A new season of Nerd Nite Lawrence begins now!
Wednesday, Sepember 12 Doors open at 7:00, presentations start at 8. Cost is one dollar.
1031 New Hampshire St, Lawrence
We're bringing you 3 intriguing talks covering lesser-known history that you might not be aware of and are sure to leave you thinking a little differently.
Maceli's will have drinks and light food available. We'll be bringing back our popular raffle prize drawing, and you'll see old friends, maybe make new friends, and enjoy an evening of learning!
Keeping Legends Alive
by Jancita Warrington
In October 1926, the dedication ceremony of the Haskell Stadium and Memorial Arch took place. This dedication was important for many reasons – it still stands as the largest event in the history of Lawrence, KS, the archway is the first WWI memorial in history, the fancy dance we know at powwows today originated at Haskell in 1926, the stadium was the first lighted stadium in the Midwest bringing night games to this portion of the country, the only stadium of its kind at the time fully paid for, and KU's first night game in the school's history was made as Phog Allen borrowed the lights from the Haskell field and temporarily installed them for the game against Haskell in 1930. This ceremony in 1926 reminded dominant society that Tribal peoples no longer represented the "Indian" that once aroused fear and animosity among mainstream society.
Little-Known Slave Rebellions in the Americas
by William Garcia
We'll be covering a few moments in history where groups of enslaved people risked it all to obtain their freedom We'll examine slave insurrections in Latin America and the Caribbean such as Sebastian Lemba, Benkos Bioho, Carlota, Gaspar Yanga, Jose Leonardo Chirino, and Jose Antonio Aponte among others.
German Spies In Kansas, 1935
by George Laughead
In June 1935, a group of Germans traveling on the German ship "Berlin" landed in New York and started on a tour of the USA, from Maine through Illinois, and Kansas, and back to Virginia. They took hundreds of photographs and made a movie. The reason for the trip to see "every Hanover in the world" — as stated by the Landeshauptmann (President) of the state of Hannover, Germany. They said they were from the Institute of Civic Development of Hannover, and that three of them were "a historian, a geographer, and a photographer." The trip took them within miles of virtually every important US army base, army airfield, and navy port that existed in 1935. Eighty years ago, the Germans sent back a leather-covered book of photographs. The album was sent to the mayor of Hanover, Kansas, in July 1936, as a "thank you" for their visit in August 1935. They include photographs of German Navy uniformed men and a party flag over their car hood, outside of Hanover, Kansas.
Jancita Warrington (Potawatomi/Ho-Chunk) is a graduate of Haskell Indian Nations University and currently serves as the director and curator of the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum
William García is an Afro-Puerto Rican raised between New York and Puerto Rico. William has a Bachelor's and a Master's in History from the University of Puerto Rico-Río Piedras where he focused on Caribbean music and transnational migration between the United States and the circum-Caribbean. While completing this project, he worked as an educator in Austin, Texas, which later prompted him to move to New York City and complete a Master's in Curriculum and Teaching from Teachers College-Columbia University. William's Action Research Project focused on the lack of historical literacies in elementary schools.
As a PhD student in American Studies at KU, William's research is aimed at re-narrating black diasporic historiography in the United States through an afro-diasporic lens in order to explore how Afro-Americanness—as a homogenized identity that has been mediated through the nation—invisibilizes diasporic blackness such as black migrant creolizations, resulting in a U.S. black-white bifurcated re-coloniality of racial discourse and citizenship. He believes that uncovering the reasons why Afro-Americans have more representation in the media and institutions than other marginalized groups at the expense of diasporic blackness and other narratives from people of color will foster more unity and inclusive narratives among marginalized groups.
George Laughead was a student of the late Dr. Lynn H. Nelson, University of Kansas History Professor Emeritus, the author of the first history sites on the web. George has been a museum volunteer for decades and was on the board of the Mountain Plains Museums Association and Kansas Museums Association. He is retired from magazine publishing.
Nerd Nite Summer Shorts
Doors open at 7:00 pm. Presentations start at 8:00 pm. $1 to get in
Maceli's – 1031 New Hampshire LFK
We're closing out the 2017-2018 series of Nerd Nite Lawrence events with Summer Shorts! Instead of three twenty-minute presentations we will have fifteen* three-minute* presentations. Get ready for some fast-paced nerdery. We'll let you in starting at 7 so you can grab a chair and an icy beverage before presentations start at 8. Dollar cover.
If you're thinking to yourself, "Three minutes? I could talk about anything for that long!" then you should sign up to present! We will continue to take volunteers until July 1st. Just email us at firstname.lastname@example.com with your name, an oh-so-brief concept for your presentation, and an assurance that yes, you really can keep it to three minutes.
Thank you and we'll see you there!!!
Lights! Camera! Nerds! Our theme this June is the movies, from appreciation to analysis to criticism. In addition to our night of cinematic adventure, our beloved hosts at Maceli's are offering a Beer Blowout! Tank 7 will be $4, Free State Wheat and 3 Blind Mice will be $3, and Bud Light will be $2. That's of course in addition to our usual $1 cover. Doors open at 7 and the featured attraction starts at 8.
"How to watch movies like a film critic (the basics)," by Abby Olcese.
What separates a great movie from a terrible one? What elements go together to create an enduring classic? How do you describe your favorite movie to a friend, family member or spouse beyond the words "awesome," "beautiful" or "Keanu Reeves?" In this talk, you'll learn what the people who write about movies for a living think about when they watch a film, and how to use that knowledge to deepen your own understanding of your favorite flicks.
"A Movie That Knows It Is A Movie," by Ghiyong Patrick Moon.
This presentation explores the theoretical concept of self-reflexivity, addressing movies from Godard's French New Wave films to Deadpool and Hot Fuzz. A few philosophical ideas in film theory regarding this topic will be explained in easy and friendly terms.
"The Art of Being an Old Movie Weirdo," by Kellee Pratt.
Kellee will discuss classic film, and its sub genres, then discuss the culture of classic film fandom.
Our speakers:
Abby Olcese is a film critic who contributes to Kansas Public Radio and Sojourners, as well as birthmoviesdeath.com. She's also a member of the esteemed PBR Book Club, and hopes they'll still think she's cool enough to come to meetings after this presentation. You can follow her adventures on Twitter @indieabby88 if you're into that kind of thing.
Ghiyong Patrick Moon graduated Hanyang University in Seoul, South Korea in 2016 with a Master of Arts degree majoring in cinema. His current research interest as a graduate student in the University of Kansas lies in the relationship between cinema and politics, which is also related to the topic of this presentation.
When not performing marketing and social media for ClassicMovieHub.com where she also discusses classic comedy on her 'The Funny Papers' column, Kellee Pratt writes for her own classic film blog, Outspoken & Freckled (kelleepratt.com). Kellee teaches classic film study for Lawrence Parks & Rec Adult Ed (next courses: Film Noir 2 and Ray Harryhausen). Unapologetic social butterfly, she's an active tweetaholic, Social Producer for Turner Classic Movies (2015, 2016), and busy mom of four kids and 3 fur babies. You can follow Kellee on twitter at @IrishJayhawk66.
In May we are bringing you video games, videodiscs, and The Boss. It's Video Killed the Radio Star. Come meet in our abandoned studio (well, Maceli's) for presentations that will begin at 8. Doors open at 7. Dollar cover.
"Exploring Bruce Springsteen's 'Darkness on the Edge of Town,'" by Conor Taft
A crash course on one of the rock icon's greatest and most under-appreciated albums.
"StarCraft: The Last Bonjwa," by Jon Lane
Jon will explore the ways in which media has shaped StarCraft from a video game into an entire subculture that has revolutionized the way video games were perceived and played.
"Movies Are Better on Vinyl: A Brief History of the RCA VideoDisc," by Ben Gross
For most of the 20th century, the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) was synonymous with consumer electronics. RCA established the first radio network and pioneered the development of both black-and-white and color television. But not all of the company's innovations were commercially successful. This presentation will consider RCA's short-lived campaign to dominate the 1980s home video market with a system that allowed consumers to watch movies encoded in the grooves of vinyl records.
Our presenters:
Born and raised in the Chicago area, Conor Taft came to LFK for school and loved it so much that he stuck around. Aside from his day job at KU Endowment, he enjoys going to concerts, reading, running, and occasionally competing in air guitar competitions under his stage name "Rockward Silence." Yes, he IS related to President Taft, and no, we aren't forgetting an "n" in his name.
Collegiate StarCraft competition and high school computer science teacher, Jon Lane founded KU's StarCraft 2 team and competed against some of the best college StarCraft players during the height of StarCraft 2.
Ben Gross is the Vice President for Research and Scholarship at the Linda Hall Library, the world's foremost independent research library devoted to science, engineering, and technology. He moved to the Midwest in 2016 and regularly attends Nerd Nites in Lawrence and Kansas City. His first book, "The TVs of Tomorrow: How RCA's Flat-Screen Dreams Led to the First LCDs," was published in March by the University of Chicago Press.
NERD NITE 70: Creature Feature II
Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire
Doors open at 7, Presentations start at 8
Cost is one US dollar or coin.
Because you can't get enough eukaryotes from Kingdom Animalia, we're back with Creature Feature 2! If you are wondering whether Nerd Nite is more fun than a barrel of monkeys, our speakers may have answers for you.
Our presentations:
"Tale of a Jellyfish Sting: Untold stories of the oldest venomous animals," by Anna Klompen
The oldest venomous animals, the Cnidarians (jellyfish, hydras, sea anemones, etc) are some of the most poorly understood in terms of venom content, structure, and evolution. Anna's talk will be exploring the amazing jellyfish venoms we do understand, like how box jellyfish induce a heart attack in adult humans or how sea anemone venoms are currently being used as medicines.
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it: How animal ecology influences body plans," by Matt Jones
Saber-tooths that aren't cats. Lemurs that look like ground sloths. Crocodile-like amphibians. We see the same body plans show up repeatedly throughout time, but what does that tell us about evolution and habitat? Matt will discuss the concept of ecomorphology and how it can help paleontologists piece together ancient ecosystems.
"Performing for aliens: What can animal intelligence tests actually tell us?" by Ryan Ridder
Ryan is going to talk to us about different ways "intelligence" can be defined, various ways we've tried to measure it in other animals, and how some of our methods hold up to scrutiny.
Presenter biographies:
Anna is a doctoral candidate at the University of Kansas Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department with Dr. Paulyn Cartwright. She declared her lifelong passion for marine science at a well-matured age of 8, and studied biology and chemistry in her bachelors. Her love for jellyfish started in high school, and she currently studies how venom has diversified and evolved within jellyfish and their relatives.
Matt Jones is a PhD student studying paleontology in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas under Dr. K. Christopher Beard. His primary research interest is in the origin and evolution of bats and he spends most of his days staring at tiny, fossilized bat teeth through a microscope.
Ryan is an Earth mammal that can talk, but do his gibberings *truly* reflect intentionality or a biographical sense of self? Can he truly take the perspective of others or plan for the future, and is he really using these traits to solve complex problems or mediate social disputes? Does he really have an inner life? Glyxor, lead investigator of the animal behavior research unit for the Kodosian Federation, Wolf 359 Beta, argues we should be skeptical. After all, those traits have always been What Makes Us Kodosian.
It's going to be an IRRATIONALLY good time at Nerd Nite 69.
In celebration of Pi day 3/14 (3.14) it's PI TIME!
We'll be making math puns, raffling pie, and we'll be learning about Mathematician Emilie du Chatelet with Dr. Cynthia Huffman and the chemistry and science of Pie with Meghan Heriford from Ladybird Diner!
Pi Day DOUBLE FEATURE
7:30 PM – Free State Brewery – Science on Tap presents Terry Soo with the KU Department of Mathematics explores the mathematical ideas behind secure communication systems and cryptocurrencies.
8:30 PM (door at 7:30) – Maceli's – Nerd Nite 69: PI TIME – Can math, science, an irrational number, and a delectable dough cased filling prepared in a pastry pan co-exist in one night of learning, friendship, and math puns?
FREE STATE BREWERY – 636 Massachusetts MACELIS – 1031 New Hampshire
NERD NITE Itenerary
On 3/14, bring us 1 dollar and we'll bring you two outstanding and very special guest presenters!
PLUS (see what we did there +) a short talk on Pi by a mystery guest.
It's π Time!
Dr. Cynthia Huffman –
"Mathematical Passion – A Look at Emilie du Chatelet"
Émilie du Châtelet lived in France in the 18th century and wrote on the "new" invention of calculus. The mistress of Voltaire, she had love affairs and experienced intrigue, gambling, and even sword fights. In this presentation, we will take a look at the life and mathematical contributions of this passionate woman.
Meghan Heriford –
"The Secret Life of Pie"
Meghan talks about her journey to creating the perfect pie, tips learned along the way, the hits and misses, and a little bit about the chemistry of crust.
Meghan Heriford – Mother of four and owner/operator/head pie lady at Ladybird Diner. Honorary Texan and natural blonde.
Dr. Cynthia Huffman is a University Professor of Mathematics at Pittsburg State University. She is interested in sharing the beauty of mathematics with others, especially through the use of the history of math. She has also been a Research Fellow at the Linda Hall Library, studying mathematics books in the LHL History of Science Collection.
NERD NITE 68: A Most Wonderful Read Across Lawrence
This February we are proud to partner with our friends at the Lawrence Public Library to celebrate Read Across Lawrence.
Read Across Lawrence 2018 highlights "Wonder," by R.J. Palacio. Haven't finished the book yet? No worries! Our presentations will explore topics and themes pertinent to "Wonder" but won't spoil the book for you. The doors at Maceli's will be open at 7 and your bosses will be there to take your dollar cover charge. We'll start at 8. It's going to be Wonderful!
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 7 at Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire
Doors open at 7, Presentations start at 8
Cost is one US dollar or coin.
The Nerd Nite Presentations:
"The Future is Now: Clinical Genetics as the Forerunner of Precision Medicine,"
by Eric Rush
Discoveries in genetics that impact the health of humans are in the news daily. While these advances are exciting, did you ever wonder who actually uses them to improve patient care? Enter Clinical Geneticists. We are clinicians who use our eyes, our brains, and ever-expanding cytogenetic and molecular testing to diagnose patients with genetic conditions. We use this knowledge to treat our patients either symptomatically or with targeted molecular therapies. The paradigm of giving a patient the correct treatment, at the correct dose, and at the correct time is the essence of what has come to be called Precision Medicine. We in Genetics have been approaching our patients in this fashion for the past fifty years. We will discuss the history of Clinical Genetics and how this relates to our current medical practice.
"The Creative Outsider, or Why Marginalized People Make the Best Innovators,"
by Barbara Kerr
Kerr will talk about her research on creative, eminent women for her book "Smart Girls" and eminent men for her book "Smart Boys" — and show how long periods of aloneness, rejection by popular peers, and distance from privilege can stir the imagination. The importance of one good friend and a family that provides both challenge and refuge also helps in the development of the creative person.
"'The Wonderful[?] World of Disney': Film Adaptations of Popular Children's Narratives,"
by Giselle Anatol
Anatol will explore several popular Disney films from the 1930s to the present and juxtapose them with the stories on which they are based. She will consider changes to the original tales and how those provide clues to the historical and cultural contexts in which both versions were created. She will also consider the messages both versions send to viewers about a variety of ideas, such as gender roles, romantic love, and beauty ideals.
About the Presenters
Dr. Eric Rush is a Clinical Geneticist at Children's Mercy Hospital and the University of Kansas Hospital and is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. As a high school student, he became interested in genetics when learning of the cause of his own color-blindness. He graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in biochemistry and genetics in 2001, and graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2005. Between 2005 and 2017, Eric took his show on the road, completing his training in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Clinical Genetics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and staying on the faculty for five years after training. His research interests include treatment of rare genetic bone conditions and discovery of new syndromes.
Barbara Kerr is Distinguished Professor of Counseling Psychology and Co-Director of the new Center for Creativity and Entrepreneurship in Education at KU. She is also co-founder of the Lawrence Creates Makerspace. Her life's mission is to make the world safe for creative people, but she worries it is becoming less, rather than more so. She studies how creative talent develops and the conditions that encourage it in the family, school, work, and cultures. She is author of the "Smart Girls in the Twenty-first Century: The Development of Talent in Women;" "Smart Boys: Talent, Manhood, the Search for Meaning," seven other books and over a hundred articles. Her most recent is "Creativity and Innovation in Iceland: Individual and Cultural Variables."
Giselle Anatol is a Professor of English at KU. Anatol's primary fields of interest are Caribbean and Caribbean Diaspora Literature, especially 20th- and 21st-century women's writing, African American Literature, and Children's and Young Adult Literature, particularly representations of race, ethnicity, and gender in narratives for young people.
NERD NITE 67: Rock and Bowl Relics
It's a new year and Nerd Nite is back with three fresh talks for you! We'll have presentations with an art and design flavor for you this evening, from prehistoric rock art to renaissance reliquaries to design considerations for bowl makers. We will be ready to welcome you and take your dollar at 7 and presentations will start at 8. See you then!
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10 – Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire
Doors open at 7, Presentations start at 8
Cost is one US dollar or coin.
Our presentations:
"Buxom Women, Men in Kilts and Dogs with Curly Tails – Arabian Rock Art Captures a Glimpse of Ancient Life," by Sandra Olson
"Hallowed Bones and Holy Foreskin: Relics and Reliquaries in Early Modern Europe" by Ashley Offill
Relics – pieces of bone, remnants of blood, entire bodies, and other odd objects believed to hold the essence of the holy – possessed religious and cultural power beyond their often unsettling origins. Whether hidden away in glorious golden reliquary statues or proudly displayed behind rock crystal, relics inspired grandiose displays, dastardly deeds, and miraculous happenings. This talk will explore some of the wonderful weirdness of early modern relics and reliquaries.
"Simple as a Bowl: Why Some Bowls Aren't Ice Cream Bowls," by Larry Brow
A bowl's form should reflect its function. Ceramicist Larry Brow will discuss the design challenges of making bowls with emphasis on handmade bowls such as those you (yes you!) could acquire if you attend the upcoming Souper Bowl fundraiser at the Lawrence Arts Center.
About the Presenters:
Dr. Sandra Olsen is a zooarchaeologist who has focused much of her career on the investigation of horse domestication, directing excavations of Copper Age sites and doing research in Kazakhstan. In recent years, she has turned to advanced imaging of petroglyphs in Saudi Arabia, with particular interest in the impact of climate change on the Arabian Peninsula.
Ashley Offill is a Ph.D. candidate in History of Art at KU who is writing her dissertation on the relic cult of St. Andrea Corsini in Florence. Her research interests include issues of early modern art and culture such as commemoration, celebration, viewership, reception, and theatricality, and getting way too excited about how people decorate dead bodies.
Larry Brow is a graduate of Lawrence High School, Grinnell College, the University of Iowa, and KU, with degrees in History, Ceramics, and Museum Studies. He is a lifelong member of the Society for Creative Anachronism and a former Lawrence Arts Center Ceramics Instructor. He currently works at the Kenneth Spencer Research Library at KU and is a Certified Archivist.
NERD NITE LXVI: The Last Nerd
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, we learned about an epic struggle between a ragtag rebellion and an evil empire. We marveled at twin suns, navigable asteroid fields, and habitable moons. We were inspired by the familiar and the fantastic and celebrated the world of Star Wars and other science fiction realms by creating conventions. Do join us for an evening of stars, wars, and Star Wars. There is no try.
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 13 – Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire
Doors open at 7, Presentations start at 8
Cost is one US dollar or coin. Republic Credits are no good here. COSPLAY WELCOME
Our presentations:
"Horton Hears a Heil! The Anti-Fascist Political Cartoons of Dr. Seuss," by Michael Pope
Theodore "Doctor" Seuss Geisel is best known for his children's tales cautioning against patricide in "Hop on Pop" and extolling the importance of a proper diet in "Green Eggs and Ham," but few fans are aware of his brief career as a political cartoonist during World War II. From 1941-1943, Dr. Seuss published more than 400 editorial cartoons in the liberal New York magazine "PM," covering topics like fascism, civil rights, and political corruption – issues we find quaint and anachronistic in 21st-century America. Join self-proclaimed expert Michael Pope as he unearths this hidden history and shares a sampling of his favorite cartoons – some amazingly ahead of their time, others suffering from what can charitably be described as "misguided patriotism."
"Dwarf Planets: Small and Forgotten (Until Now)," by Lucas Hemmer
On August 24, 2006 the International Astronomical Union passed a resolution to define what is and is not a planet. Practically overnight, Pluto was demoted from its planetary status and is now officially classified as a dwarf planet to the dismay of school children and nostalgic adults everywhere. However, much of the story has been glossed over in the discovery of other "minor" planets and our never-ending argument about what defines a planet that led to Pluto's demise. Besides Pluto, there are four official dwarf planets and six unofficial dwarf planets and all are just as weird and unique as the eight official planets in our solar system. The best part is that there could be many more out there to endlessly study and explore to better understand our celestial neighborhood.
"Revenge of the Scruffy-Looking Nerf Herders," by Ruth Lichtwardt
Who hasn't heard of the San Diego Comicon? Cosplay? Star Wars and Star Trek conventions? Science fiction and fantasy permeate pop culture these days, reflected in books, TV shows and movies. Conventions both huge and tiny abound, celebrating all aspects of science fiction fandom, and some draw national media attention. What were the beginnings of this phenomenon, and how did science fiction conventions change from being viewed as gatherings for nerds and dweebs, to something for the whole family to attend dressed as The Incredibles?
Our presenters:
Michael Pope is a writer, editor, sometimes-podcaster, and proud member of the Nerd Nite Twitterati. He is married to the newest and most beautiful co-boss (sorry Adrian), but it's not a conflict of interest because apparently nepotism isn't a big deal anymore. He used to draw political cartoons for his high school newspaper and shares a birthday with Dr. Seuss, which is all the qualification he believes is necessary to speak on this subject. Also, he apparently doesn't know what a "slow clap" means. Please be patient with him.
Lucas Hemmer is a graduate student in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas. As a kid living in the '90s, he first became interested in learning about space and specifically the planets after playing the Magic School Bus Explores the Solar System computer game for Microsoft Windows. Lucas grew up reading about space and planets relentlessly and thought about becoming an astronomer before realizing he would have to take physics. He settled for a career as a biologist but still get' unreasonably excited about new NASA findings and their color-enhanced space images while waiting for the next Star Wars movie.
Ruth Lichtwardt's gateway drugs into the world of science fiction were Ray Bradbury and Star Trek. Since attending her first Starfleet convention as a wide-eyed noob in 1992 she has volunteered at SF conventions, and was Chair of the 74th World Science Fiction Convention in 2016. She is a longtime member of the Kansas City Science Fiction & Fantasy Society, a crew member of the Starfleet ship USS Dark Phoenix, is administrator for the annual Campbell Conference at KU, and is co-chairing ConQuesT 49 in Kansas City. Her day job has nothing to do with science fiction but helps to support the habit.
Nerd Nite 65: NERDISTAN
On one night only, join us to learn about the cities and leaders of Central Asia and an infamous spot in Eastern Europe.
In former Soviet Union, Nerd Nites You!
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 8 – Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire
Doors open at 7, Presentations start at 8
Cost is one US dollar or coin. No rubles.
"Presentation for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Tajikistan," by Gloria Funcheon.
One man has ruled this tiny Post-Soviet country since 1992, but who is he and what is he doing to keep power? Come learn about Emomalii Rakhmon, whose antics would surely give Borat a run for his rubles.
"Strange and Sparkling: A Closer Look at Kazakhstan's Capital City," by Mandy Frank.
Located in northern Kazakhstan, Astana has been called one of the weirdest capital cities on Earth. The futuristic city is full of eccentric architecture that features shiny gold towers, buildings shaped like spaceships and dollar signs, the world's largest tent, and a giant pyramid made of glass. This presentation will showcase Astana's most unusual architectural assets and explore how a Soviet past, traditional nomadic culture, and the President's vision for the future have literally shaped the skyline. Astana may seem like something from a science fiction novel, but a closer look at the past and present reveals a rational explanation for the strange and sparkling structures that rise up from the icy steppe.
Nate Pickett's presentation title and description are coming soon!
Gloria Funcheon has spent four years living in the former Soviet Union but has never been to Russia. She hopes to change this by attending the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Mandy Frank is currently earning her Masters degree in Higher Education Administration at KU. Before relocating to Kansas, she lived in Astana, Kazakhstan for two years working as a Communication Studies Instructor and debate coach at Nazarbayev University. Mandy's interests include travel, mac & cheese, treasure hunting, quantum physics, Tim Curry, and maple syrup. She is passionate about learning and is excited to share her experiences in Central Asia.
Nate Pickett's bio is coming soon but in the meantime rest assured that he's great.


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Facility Management Market Overview :
The facility management is described as the practice of managing physical workshop with the people and work of the establishment which includes numerous actions such as space planning, equipment maintenance and portfolio forecasting. It involves guiding, managing all the operations, maintenance of buildings, precincts & community infrastructure on behalf of property owners. It also includes various capabilities such as human factors, project management, business continuity, quality, property management, and environmental sustainability. It enables new working styles and processes and deliver business continuity and workforce protection in an era of heightened security threats, which are also supporting the market growth.
Increasing occurrence of facility management, varying work style in organizations, growing need for environmental and regulatory compliance are the major factors driving the growth of the global facility management market. Cost saving, core business and personnel retention are also the factor that are supporting the market growth. However, lack of managerial awareness are the primary challenges for the market growth. Moreover, adoption of internet of things and increasing demand for outsourcing of services are likely to disclose new avenues for the market over the years to come.
The global facility management is segmented on the basis of component, deployment model, organization size, industry vertical and geography. The market is segmented by component as solution and services. Moreover, the market is segmented by deployment model as on-premise and cloud-based. Organization size segment includes large and small & mid-size. Further, industry vertical is classified into BFSI, public sector, manufacturing, retail, real estate, healthcare, IT & telecom and other industry verticals.
Based on geography, global facility management market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW). North America is further bifurcated into U.S., Canada, and Mexico whereas Europe segment consist of UK, Russia, Germany, France, Italy, and Rest of Europe. Asia-Pacific is segmented into India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific while RoW is bifurcated into South America, Middle East, and Africa.
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Deployment Model Segments
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Industry Vertical Segments
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- Manufacturing
- Retail
- Real Estate
- Healthcare
- IT & Telecom
- Other Industry Vertical
Geographical Segments
- North America
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Russia
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- India
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
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Anyways, yesterday was sorta interesting. In the afternoon, I got myself motivated to get homework done (which I still need to do) and get out of the house for a bit. Went to COM and saw E doing some glass art. After his class, we drove to a subway place to get a quick bite to eat. E had ordered his sandwich and I hadn't decided what I wanted yet. So I asked the guy serving us at the counter to wait till I was ready to order my thing. A few minutes later, I told the same guy what I wanted, and he interrupted me and told both E & me that he wasn't willing to serve us, and that we had to leave and come back within a half hour or something without any reason. As insulted and offended as I was by his rude comment, E & I stormed outta there and walked the Bagel place, and we eventually got food for the night. E kept asking me, "What just happened in the Subway??" That incident happened too quick. Anyway, moving on to other stuff.
After stuffing ourselves, we were back at COM and I watched E's chorus rehearsal, which lasted for almost 2 hours. Then there was the chorus/chamber singers recital that went on for another 2 hours. It was amazing. Jeff P had directed in one song, and he did a fantastic job. He used to be the accompanist for the Tam chorus when I was in it last year and the year before, and he still is this year. i was just impressed with everyone's performance, and their singing solos came out really well!
After the concert, E took me home and my folks weren't home by then. They didn't get back till nearly 12! Watched "Harrison's Flowers" with them, and it's such an intense movie. Almost reminds me of "The Pianist" but different. It's a good movie and I recommend it.
Side note to myself: I just remembered that the Tam Music Dept hopefully has a concert coming up, and I gotta see it. I'd like to know when it is, where it is, etc.
Right now, I just don't feel like doing homework, even though I know I should do some of it eventually. We'll see if anyone wants to hang out for a bit, go see a movie, or a park, whatever. I just need to get out of the house for a bit. :-)


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Two young women from Hong Kong were arrested in Greater Tainan yesterday on suspicion of theft and vandalism related to their rental of a room in Taipei last week.
Giving only the women's last names, Taipei prosecutors identified the pair as 19-year-old Yao (邱)and 18-year-old Tsang (曾).
The duo made headlines after they used false identities to rent a hotel room in Taipei that they allegedly trashed and vandalized with graffiti, before reportedly stealing the facility's TV set, prompting police to issue a warrant for their arrest on Wednesday.
Police said they apprehended Yao and Tsang at a low-cost hotel in Greater Tainan, but not before they allegedly trashed another room, writing "Taiwan is China" on the wall in red ink, among other things.
Hotel staff called the police when the women failed to check out at the appointed time yesterday.
The staff said they became suspicious of Yao and Tsang, who had dyed their hair purple and gold respectively, when the two tried to pass themselves off as Taiwanese when checking in, but their Hong Kong accents gave them away.
Greater Tainan police said that when the women were questioned at a nearby police station, they said they had been planning to spend all of their money and then commit suicide.
Police said they found about US$330 in New Taiwan dollars, Hong Kong dollars and Chinese yuan on the women before they were handed over to Taipei prosecutors.