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Last week, I visited a Dutch town called Groningen. Although it is almost 200 kilometers from where I live, the trip was easy. We did not encounter road blocks where we had to show our passports. I cannot remember having seen soldiers, tanks, or guns. No enemy in sight. When we had arrived, our friend Simone, who is the chairwoman of the History of Jewish Groningen foundation, took us to the Folkinge Street synagogue, which is not far from the railway station. As far as we could see, the Jews were not led away to cattle cars.
This may surprise a couple of Dutch politicians. In 2005, a plebiscite was organized to answer the question whether the Netherlands could agree to a proposed European Constitution. During the campaign, the Minister of Justice, Mr. Donner, told the Dutch that if they voted against the proposal, war would be inevitable. On another occasion, the TV showed a commercial that suggested a new Holocaust. Prime Minister Balkenende made similar remarks. Perhaps Donner and Balkenende are exceptionally farsighted, but it is more likely that they were simply exaggerating in a last-minute attempt to make the Dutch vote for the proposal.
It was the sorry climax of the pro-Constitution campaign, which had started well. The Dutch cabinet and several opposition parties had agreed upon a double strategy. In the first place, the campaign was to have a positive tenor, and indeed: the campaigners stressed that European decision-making was to become easier and democratic controls were to increase. "These are improvements," they said, "and you can confidently vote for the Constitution." At the same time, there was a more negative approach: all arguments against the proposal were presented as irrelevant.
Of course, this was true. References to the way the Dutch were cheated when the euro was introduced, the admission of Turkey to the European Union, and the politically inspired voting during the Eurovision Song Contest were beside the point, which was European decision-making. It was true: the Constitution was a small step forward from the current treaty between the E.U. members, the Treaty of Nice. It was true: the euro, Turkey, and the Song Contest were irrelevant. But the problem is that if you want to convince someone, you need more than just truth and logic. There are irrational factors too, which the pro-Constitution campaigners ignored. The Dutch were not convinced, and the frustration of the politicians culminated in their complete loss of credibility when Mr. Donner and Mr. Balkenende started to predict wars and persecutions.
The first to analyze the irrational factors in the process of convincing was the Macedonian courtier, physician, psychologist,botanist, diplomat, metaphysician, moralist, researcher, critic, teacher, theologian, zoologist and philosopher Aristotle of Stagira (384-322). There is not a single field of ancient knowledge that he left uncultivated, and he single-handedly created biology and political science. Even today, students from Yale to Qom are taught Aristotelian logic. The Corpus Aristotelicum is probably not the most accessible of all ancient texts but it is a treasury of science, and one of its most splendid jewels is the treatise called Rhetoric, an analysis of the factors that make a speech convincing. Back then, speeches were far more important than today, but Aristotle's analysis can easily be applied to all means of communication.
He discerns three aspects that one must think about if one wants to convince another: logos, pathos, and ethos. The speech (text, TV commercial, radio message…) must be logical, it must appeal to the emotions of the audience, and the speaker must be credible. The strategy of the pro-Constitution campaign focused on the first of these factors, but failed miserably on the other two points.
A convincing message must be logical, and in a political discourse this means, according to Aristotle, that a proposal must have obvious advantages compared to an alternative. The pro-Constitution campaign did indeed concentrate on the advantages of the new treaty. Quite logical. However, two remarks must be made.
In the first place: the campaigners confused "this is better" and "this is good". Again and again, they said that the proposed Constitution was an improvement compared to the old treaty of Nice. This was true, because the European Parliament was to receive greater powers and democratic controls increased. Many people will consider these things to be improvements, and therefore, the campaigners argued, the Dutch could agree with the Constitution.
But the issue was not whether the new treaty was better for Europe; it was presented as good for Europe. And this was not the whole truth. Better is not good enough. It might be argued, for example, that no treaty could be called a "good constitution" as long as it did not give the power of initiative to the European Parliament; a beefed-up parliament without this vital power cannot be called democratic. Voters could have very sound reasons to think that this treaty was not sufficient, even though they could agree that it was better than the current treaty.
In the second place: what is logic? Not everybody considers the same appeals to be valid. Here is an argument that was really mentioned: "The Eastern Europeans do not support the Dutch during the Eurovision Song Contest, so we will not support a treaty that is benefical to Eastern Europe." It is understandable that many people thought that this was really irrelevant, but there were people who thought that it was perfectly logical. It was rather tactless of the Dutch Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Bot, to declare that the Song Contest argument was "holding things upside down", and equally tactless was his suggestion that people should stay away from the polling stations if they did not understand what the treaty was about.
Not only were these remarks tactless, they also disregarded the nature of democracy. If the best policy could be deduced logically, we could give supreme power to a group of philosophers and live happily ever after. We do not do this, because even the greatest sages make mistakes. In fact, all wisdom begins with the understanding that we are capable of error. To compensate for the misjudgments of highly educated politicians, we allow other people to express their opinion too, even if their arguments seem to be illogical.
Several politicians said that a united Europe was necessary to prevent war. This is why the European project was born and this argument still has some persuasiveness. But even though this sounds more convincing than the Song Contest argument, the simple truth is that people first choose which type of argument they find convincing. There are limits to logic and these limits are not always rational. Aristotle recognized this when he introduced the other two factors: pathos and ethos.
Pathos is the appeal to emotions. The writer of a speech or the maker of a commercial can try to arouse pity or anger, encourage the audience, or threaten it. The pro-Constitution campaign preferred the latter. Minister Donner predicted war, Minister Brinkhorst announced an economic crisis, and Prime Minister Balkenende mentioned Auschwitz.
These arguments turned on their proponents like a boomerang. The voters refused to be impressed. If the constitutional treaty were rejected, the treaty of Nice remained in force. There was no war in 2005, the European economy was not doing too bad, and the Jews were safe. Europe, the anti-Constitutionalists said, could easily continue without a new treaty. (Isn't it beautifully ironic that the refusal to be scared proves how successful the European unification has been?)
The only emotion that the pro-Constitution campaigners were able to arouse, was anger, but the anger was directed against themselves. Stating in public that you're unhappy with a plebiscite because the people can not understand the issues or suggesting that people should stay at home is counterproductive. If campaigners base their strategy on pathos, they must know very well what they are doing. It appears that the ministers did not realize that insulting the electorate was bad for their credibility.
Credibility is the cornerstone of politics. It is at this point that the pro-Constitution campaign faced its greatest problems. The present cabinet is considered by many people to be a demolition firm; the Prime Minister is widely considered to be a dunce; and the united Europe has a very bad reputation since the euro was introduced. (The president of the Dutch National Bank announced that life would not become more expensive, while he already knew that this was untrue.)
Faced with this situation, the pro-Constitutionalists argued that earlier European projects were not the current issue. This argument, however, betrays a narrow, too logical view on communication. The Dutch have been cheated by their politicians in the past and have grown suspicious. Campaigners can not ignore this.
Actually, the problem was not just behavior in the past. Only a couple of people believed that their present government had defended the fundamental social rights during the constitutional negotatiations. Or to take a look at the financial section of the treaty: the Minister of Finance, Mr. Zalm, insisted that the Constitution would contain guarantees for financial stability, but they are absent. The minister negotiated away something that he had called a vital interest. Mr. Zalm had lost his credibility.
Nor is the unpopularity of Mr. Balkenende irrelevant. The popular joke that when he favors something, it is best to be against it, betrays a deeply felt resentment of a man who was elected on a program of moral values and simply does not have a mandate to pursue his present pro-business economic policy. This resentment may be irrational, but it exists, and a prudent campaigner thinks about it.
It must be said that the pro-Constitutionalists did realize their mistake and tried to correct it. They invited the former Prime Minister, Mr. Kok, and the German Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fischer, to give their opinion about the treaty. These men had greater credibility. It remains to be seen whether Mr. Balkenende and Mr. Bot deserved this humiliation, but it is a fact that they are despised and that their replacement in the pro-Constitution campaign means that their political mandate has been terminated.
We don't need an Aristotle to offer the above analysis. Much of what has been said is self-evident. And that is exactly the problem. The pro-Constitution campaigners have made the most elementary mistakes. The ministers were ignorant of the fact that the Dutch are no longer afraid of war; they insulted the people they wanted to convince; they underestimated their own unpopularity. This betrays a complete lack of understanding, an utter tactlessness, and a limited self-knowledge. Of course the absence of these qualities is not a crime, but it is not a recommendation either.
It must be noted that the disastrous result of the pro-Constitution campaign was not inevitable. The ministers ought to have acknowledged that they were unpopular and they should have stayed out of the spotlights. However, they choose to play a role and as a corollary they attached their own image to Europe. This was a serious mistake, but things were not lost yet.
What was needed, was an excuse for the way the European project had been executed so far. Of course, apologies are never easy, and there would have been a serious investigation of the introduction of the euro. Probably the president of the Dutch National Bank would have lost his position, but a pro-Constitution campaign would have been possible after making a clean sweep. Not showing the will to do things differently was the second mistake.
The third mistake was exaggeration. The pro-Constitutionalists should have presented the new treaty as the modest improvement it really is. That would have opened opportunities to agree with critics and gain support on the many points that were not criticised.The cabinet should have said: "Sorry, we have made serious mistakes, but we want to do it better. Therefore, we created this treaty. It is not perfect, but there are twenty-five nations and this is the best compromise we could obtain. For this simple proposal, we request your support, so that we can do our job better in the future."
However, the campaigners choose to present the Constitution as a good treaty. The result was an all-or-nothing campaign without debate. Having said that the treaty was perfect, the only way to speak to the opponents was to qualify them as cynical or stupid. In other words, by making the logical error of confusing "something better" with "something good", it became impossible to arouse positive emotions (pathos), and the only arguments that remained ("so you want another Holocaust") were devastating for the credibility of the campaigners (ethos).
Postscript (2006)
This article was originally published in June 2005, two days after the plebiscite. A couple of days before, the French had rejected the European Constitution too. The British chairmanship permitted the treaty to die a quiet death.
The anti-European sentiments were investigated by a TV show called NOVA in the weeks before the plebiscite ("Political Barometer"). Several arguments appear to have played a role.
- People did not fully understand the complex text;
- It was unclear why it was necessary;
- The proposed system of voting by classified majority would reduce Dutch influence;
- Europe threatened the Dutch national identity.
Almost a year later, the last point still plays a role in the national debate. The first three factors have disappeared with the Constitution's quiet death.
Neither during the campaign, nor in the autumn of 2005 and spring of 2006, did the financial aspect play an important role. However, Prime Minister Balkenende explained the Dutch 'no' as a purely financial matter. This argument did indeed play a role in the weeks after the plebiscite, when Mr. Balkenende had offered his interpretation of the mene tekel. However, this argument was never mentioned during the campaign, and disappeared from the debate in the autumn of 2006. On 5 May 2006, the results were published of an E.U. poll, which showed that the financial matters were a reason for complaint for only 15% of the Dutch citizens.
The Dutch ministers have a serious problem. They are unable to listen to the voters, and when a 'no' becomes so loud that they can no longer ignore it, they create an explanation that convinces only themselves.


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Apache Archiva Tutorial
Apache Archiva is a repository management that helps to create a Maven repository in your end.
To simple, it helps to create a Maven repository in your computer, and Maven will look for the dependency libraries in your personal repository instead of the default Maven central repository. Few benefits :
- Save time – No need to download the library from internal, direct download from the Archiva repository in your site.
- Centralize management – You can manage all your project dependency libraries in a centralize location (Archiva repository) instead of the different "non-manageable" repositories in internet :
Happy learning Apache Archiva 🙂
- Install Apache Archiva in Windows
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Babies and booties are simply meant for each other. Ever wonder how little smocked shoes are made? Well, it's not all too complicated at all. It's a bit tough to stitch together with the sewing machine so it's best to hand stitch everything, which does require a little bit of patience, but oh so worth the final outcome!!
Begin with a pattern that has good instructions. I followed Diane F. Butcher's "Baby Booties" pattern instructions for the little girl booties and the little boy's version is from Australian Smocking & Embroidery "Special Gifts" .
For the front, pleat and smock a piece of Batiste, 45" by 2 or 2.5" (depending on size 0-6 mo or a little wider for 6-12 mo), then block by using your pattern template. Gather pleats in the top middle area as snug as you can.
Make enough bias binding to cover the top and bottom edge of the smocked piece and also around the sole. Cut bias strips 1", fold them in half and then fold each edge to the middle, or, use your Simplicity Bias Binding Maker with the 1/2" tip to do the work for you super fast. I absolute looooooove this magic machine! Be sure to starch the bias fabric really well for even and crisp results!
Once you have all pieces cut and the top smocked, hand stitch the two ends of the smocked piece together (back seam), carefully matching up the smocked design. Do not remove the pleating threads yet. Stitch top lining at back seam, then hand-baste lining to the back of the smocked piece. Hand-stitch bias binding to the top edge of the smocked piece (from front middle out to the back for each side).
For the sole, you will have a top piece, a lining piece and light cotton quilt batting in the middle (felt would work too). Baste those three together, then hand-stitch bias binding around each sole.
Be sure to add 5/8" silk ribbon at bottom of smocked piece BEFORE adding the bias binding (yes, you can see in the picture above that I did not do that and had to carefully undo the bias stitches where the ribbon needed to be placed first). Add bias binding carefully to the bottom of the smocked piece, paying close attention to even distribution of pleats and smocking. Remove all pleating threads.
Hand-stitch sole to the top with tiny, evenly distributed stitches. I love doing this with Coats & Clark Fine Thread almost invisibly. It's super fine but quite strong at the same time. Secure the silk ribbon carefully at the top. I secured them with a tiny bullion rose bud, or you can secure them with a tiny button.
Add a finishing touch in the front if you like. This can be done easier before assembling the shoe, but I sort of like to see how embellishments look proportionately on the finished project and, most importantly, I like to leave the best for last!
Place rolled wrapping tissue paper in each shoe and steam very carefully while shaping each shoe.
Do not press down on any part of the shoes or ribbon!
Do not press down on any part of the shoes or ribbon!


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Here's a few shots from Vanessa and Richard's wedding in Daylesford at the restaurant Sault.
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Vanessa and Richard's wedding - Sault in Daylesford.
It's been said that Daylesford is the town where people from Fitzroy go to grow old, and that Healesville is the town where people from St Kilda go to grow old. Now that may be interesting to ponder in a north/south of the Yarra kind of way, but there's one thing for sure, both Healesville and Daylesford are the places where Melbourne's young and hip go to get married.
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text: There are few things more relaxing and indulgent than a long, hot bath. Filled with bubbles, surrounded by candles and accompanied by a favorite playlist, the right tub can transform your home into the ultimate spa. But to be truly dream-worthy, it needs a form that can wow us all on its own. We want a soaker with dazzling surfaces, a sensual shape, haute hardware and total elegance—and we may have found it. From a style in glittering copper to a Carrera marble marvel, take a look at the bathtubs that make this washing staple, an escape to luxury.


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Students and the local Southampton community had an exciting night when a premiere happened at Southampton University.
When Union Films won the opportunity to host the world premiere of The Disappearance of Alice Creed, all facebook users who voted for Union Films were given the chance to claim a ticket for the event.
In a unique marketing promotion, the competition to win the premiere was made available to cinema's nationwide. Facebook users could then download the facebook application in order to vote for their favourite cinema.
Union Films, a student organisation at the University of Southampton that is run entirely by volunteers, beat corporations like the Vue chain of cinemas to host the premiere. Jacob Deane, head projectionist of Union Films, explains that 'a premiere is a very exciting event to hold for any cinema, especially a film society run entirely by volunteers! It was really great to beat the commercial cinemas and multiplexes. Hopefully we can bring some more exiting events such as previews and maybe another premiere to the Students' Union!'
The red carpet was rolled out between the student pub, The Stags Head, and the union shop – a very different set-up and location to Leicester Square, where most premieres in Britain are held. The crowd that gathered may not have been the usual excited teenagers and film fanatics, but students lined the walkway to catch more than a glimpse of their main attraction, bond girl Gemma Arterton.
Looking radiant in black hareem pants and a pair of very high-heeled shoes, she posed and pouted for local and national press before answering questions from local and student journalists.
Guests to the premiere were treated to a glass of champagne before taking their seats in the cinema, where Arterton joined the film's director and producer for a short question and answer session hosted by Jacob Deane. They left shortly after, leaving the remaining students to enjoy a hostage thriller in their black tie attire.
The story of Southampton hosting the premier has hit the national news. Scott Mills, a former Southampton resident took time in his Wednesday show to explain to the nation the odd image of a world famous actress appearing in front of the Stags Head. The stars themselves didn't seem to mind though, smiling broadly throughout, and engaging with the star struck student media representatives. "Having done Film at University, I'm really pleased a student organization won the competition" said J Blakeson, the director. "This is really close to my heart."
The film was full of twists and turns, although unrealistic and uneasy at times. The violence was graphic and the dialogue a little stilted, however the film did provide some much needed humour. The audience laughed hysterically at several points that were probably crucial for some artistic portray of… something.
The night was enjoyed by all the attendees we spoke to, regardless of their opinion of the film. It definitely made a Tuesday night on campus far more of an event than ever before.
The Wessex Scene would like to hereby formally congratulate Union films for all their hard work and achievements.


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Monkeytown to Drop eLan LP With Remixes From Modeselektor, Lazer Sword, and More
Monkeytown, the burgeoning imprint helmed by German bass-bringers Modeselektor, is set to drop the Next2Last […]
Monkeytown, the burgeoning imprint helmed by German bass-bringers Modeselektor, is set to drop the Next2Last LP (pictured above), a double-disc collection of originals by San Diego, CA artist—not to mention WeDidItCollective acolyte—eLan and remixes of his productions from the likes of Modeselektor, Cosmin TRG, Lazer Sword, and more. The record follows three previous EPs on Monkeytown's sister imprint, 50Weapons, and will be released on October 21. Before then, you can check out the full tracklist, and stream some tunes from Next2Last, below.
01 I Can't Breathe
02 Benson Bridges
03 Bleep Bloop Brrrrmmp
04 Dry Lemons
05 Good High
06 Alligator Snaps
07 Hunting Season
08 Saccharin on Top
09 Shoot The Beam
10 Next2Last
11 Benson Bridges (HeRobust Remix)
12 Bleep Bloop Brrrrmmp (Byetone Remix)
13 Bleep Bloop Brrrrmmp (Lazer Sword Remix)
14 Alligator Snaps (Cosmin TRG Remix)
15 Bleep Bloop Brrrrmmp (Modeselektor Remix)
16 Saccharin On Top (Anstam Remix)


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No matter what, we'll always have Paris
Please excuse the lame, overused reference in the headline. But in this case it's true.
At the time of writing, the news media is rife with speculation that President Trump is close to withdrawing the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement. Make no mistake—this would be a monumentally stupid thing for America to do, as so many corporations, governments and citizens have warned.
That said, I am warming to the argument that whatever Trump and his allies settle on, the Paris agreement—however flawed—will still mark a major turning point in the fight against climate change. Consider this: When the US pulled out of Kyoto, environmentalists howled their protest but the rest of the world continued down its fossil fueled paths of development.This time around, we are seeing China and Europe reaffirming their commitment to Paris, Germany and India exploring collaboration on renewables, and clean technologies like electric vehicles approaching tipping points where they are directly competitive with fossil fuels.
So what will it mean for future attempts at obstructionism if the United States—the world's second largest emitter of greenhouse gases—pulls out of the Paris Agreement and the world (including many states, cities, corporations and individuals in the US) continue its march toward a low carbon future?
In a typically epic thread on twitter, Alex Steffen laid out a convincing case for why the US exiting Paris could cause some unpredictable knock back that ends up strengthening elements of the climate fight. From carbon tariffs on climate deadbeats to rejoining the agreement once the current regime is gone, there are many elements to this potential scenario. But this, right here, might be the most important:
19. I'm a futurist, so let me foretell: Trump trashing Paris will enrage & inspire a new, radically ambitious American climate movement.— Alex Steffen (@AlexSteffen) May 31, 2017
Already, as I write this, Reuters reports that:
Coal stocks fall; U.S. exit from climate deal may hurt, not help https://t.co/DhuWv2Wg3c pic.twitter.com/p7FQh2bvNm— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) May 31, 2017
It seems Big Energy is concerned about the political and economic fallout of such a catastrophically tone deaf move.
Whatever happens in the next few days, I would urge you to reflect on this: What can you do—as an individual, as an employee, as a business owner, as a citizen, as a community member, as a voter, as a leader, or in whatever roles you play in your life—to keep the momentum of the Paris agreement moving?
Whatever actions you decide on, I can assure you that you will not be alone.


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Serbia striker Nikola Zigic is on the verge of joining Birmingham after turning down Everton and Fulham and flying in for a medical at St Andrews this week.
The 6ft 8ins Valencia forward has been on Blues boss Alex McLeish 's radar for some time and reports suggest he is undergoing tests ahead of a deal worth in the region of £6million between the clubs.
McLeish had been linked with several strikers in recent weeks including West Ham's Carlton Cole and Fulham's Bobby Zamora .
More: Birmingham transfer news and rumours
The Scot is maintaining his policy of not commenting on potential signings until any deal has been completed, although he confirmed bids have been put in for players.
Sources close to Blues indicated the Midlands club are 'further down the line than anybody' in the race to sign the giant 29-year-old, who has been linked at various times with a host of Premier League clubs including Blackburn, Sunderland, Aston Villa, Fulham, and Everton.
But McLeish said only: 'There are irons in the fire. We've been linked with one or two players, we have put in bids for players.
'It would be unfair of me to talk about names at the moment. It would be unfair to the clubs and also to the fans if things don't happen.
'But I think they will be excited about one or two of the names we are pursuing and what we are trying to add to the squad is players of quality.'
Zigic has been tipped by Serbian coach Raddy Antic to be one of the stars of the forthcoming World Cup and he has netted 16 times in 42 internationals.
He initially made his name at Red Star Belgrade with 71 goals in 110 games before moving to Racing Santander.
A £15million switch to Valencia three years ago has not been successful as Zigic would have hoped and he even returned to Santander for a loan spell at one stage.
Last season he scored nine goals in 28 games for Valencia but David Villa was often preferred as the lone striker before his move to Barcelona.


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Best Lotion for Dry Skin by Dr Khurram Musheer
December 21, 2013 | Beauty Tips | No Comments ||
During winter, it is extremely common for your skin to lose moisture and need even more care. Here is a lotion for dry skin, you can make and hopefully it will protect your skin all throughout the winter season. This lotion also good for 6 months old children.
Best Lotion for Dry Skin
- Ground oats – 1 cup
- Egg – 1
- Lanolin lotion – 125ml
- Honey – 3 tbsp
- Almond oil – 150ml
- Beeswax – 10 gm
- Tincture of benzoin – 5 drops
- Lemon juice – 1/4 cup
- Take a pan, add oats, egg, lenolin lotion, honey, almond oil, beeswax, tincture of benzoin and lemon juice.
- Cook well at least for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Let it cool down, keep in fridge.
- Apply all over body. It will get rid of any dark areas, cracked heels, etc.
- If you apply half an hour before shower your skin will be fresh and glow.
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The Telecare service is a more advanced type of community alarm, with a wide range of devices to support you in your own home. It aims to provide reassurance 24 hours a day to those living on their own or caring for vulnerable people.
Telecare may be able to help you if you are:
Telecare can detect events such as:
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
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Self defense items are only effective if they are ready to be used, so it doesn't really matter what they look like. Our main problem with them is that other people, especially young children, confusing them with what they actually are and accidentally shocking themselves. In addition, devices that are very small, such as "lipstick" models, are not able to provide enough power to be effective.
Why don't you have any models that look like ordinary objects like cell phones or lipstick?
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The scene involved physical comedy for Han Solo.
Solo: A Star Wars Story director Ron Howard has revealed how exactly George Lucas contributed to the movie.
It's already been known Lucas added a joke for Han Solo in the film, but neither Howard nor Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy revealed what the specific scene or joke was up until now.
Speaking to Mashable, Howard explained Lucas added a bit of physical comedy for Han. "It wasn't a line," Howard said. "It was an attitude, it was a behavior, it was physical comedy."
Turn back now if you don't want to know more about the scene.
The scene involves Han taking Lando Calrissian's cloak and throwing it over his shoulder instead of just hanging it up.
"Alden [Ehrenreich, who plays Han] was taking it and hanging it up," Howard said. "George is like, 'You know what Han would do,' and he takes this cloak and throws it over his shoulder. For a minute he had the swagger of Han Solo. Which George generally does not carry around with him."
Howard liked the change so much he actually included the small scene in the final cut of the movie.
Fans can check out the scene themselves when Solo: A Star Wars Story opens in theaters on May 24 in the U.K. and Australia and May 25 in the US.
Read our review of Solo, which is tracking to make between between $130 million to $150 million in its opening weekend.
Alex Gilyadov is a writer for IGN. Be sure to check out his YouTube channel and follow him on Twitter.


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Sterile Processing Tech, Chicago
Date: Jan 7, 2020
Location: Chicago, IL, US
Company: Presence Health
City: Chicago
Requisition ID: 52210
Location: Presence St Mary Chicago
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The Sterile Processing Technician I under general supervision performs all duties involving the decontamination, cleaning, assembly and sterilization of ancillary department instruments, packaging/sterilization of supplies according to established guidelines. Distributes, sets up, and cleans patient care equipment.
- Providing sterilization services and is responsible for picking cases and supporting the operative team.
- Receives sorts, inspects, decontaminates and cleans all instrumentation and equipment according to established procedure. Removes damaged instrumentation needing repair from service and arranges for service and/or recommends replacement.
- Loads and operates automatic washer/disinfector and/or automatic cart washer according to established procedures and applicable safety regulations. Some manual cleaning may be necessary.
- Loads and operates sterilization equipment according to established procedures and safety regulations. Maintains accurate sterilization records, maintaining all service reports and monitoring records related to sterilizers.
- Performs all cleaning duties in department as needed, and maintains the department according to established guidelines and regulations, free of safety hazards.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or equivalent required.
One year SPD or related work experience preferred.
Computer Skills
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications.
Knowledge of an MMS (material management system), and Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word) is preferred.
Business Unit: Presence Health
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
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Last night at a midnight showing of The Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, Colorado, a gunman attacked a theater full of moviegoers. CNN reports that the shooter tossed a can of tear gas before opening fire on the crowd, killing 12 and wounding 38, according to authorities. Police quickly arrested a man believed to be the shooter in a rear parking lot of the theater, Frank Fania, a police spokesman, told CNN.
After the jump, you can find a statement from President Barack Obama, MPAA Chairman and CEO Chris Dodd, and a statement from Warner Bros. All of our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their loved ones. [Update: Director Christopher Nolan has released an official statement, which is now included after the jump.]
President Obama issued this statement:
"Michelle and I are shocked and saddened by the horrific and tragic shooting in Colorado. Federal and local law enforcement are still responding, and my Administration will do everything that we can to support the people of Aurora in this extraordinarily difficult time. We are committed to bringing whoever was responsible to justice, ensuring the safety of our people, and caring for those who have been wounded. As we do when confronted by moments of darkness and challenge, we must now come together as one American family. All of us must have the people of Aurora in our thoughts and prayers as they confront the loss of family, friends, and neighbors, and we must stand together with them in the challenging hours and days to come."
MPAA Chairman and CEO Chris Dodd issued this statement:
"We share the shock and sadness of everyone in the motion picture community at the news of this terrible event. We extend our prayers and deepest sympathies to the victims, their loved ones and all those affected by this tragedy."
Warner Bros. Pictures, which just cancelled the Paris premiere, released the following statement:
"Warner Bros. is deeply saddened to learn about this shocking incident. We extend our sincere sympathies to the families and loved ones of the victims at this tragic time."
[Images via The LA Times]
The Dark Knight Rises director Christopher Nolan:
Speaking on behalf of the cast and crew of The Dark Knight Rises, I would like to express our profound sorrow at the senseless tragedy that has befallen the entire Aurora community. I would not presume to know anything about the victims of the shooting but that they were there last night to watch a movie. I believe movies are one of the great American art forms and the shared experience of watching a story unfold on screen is an important and joyful pastime. The movie theatre is my home, and the idea that someone would violate that innocent and hopeful place in such an unbearably savage way is devastating to me. Nothing any of us can say could ever adequately express our feelings for the innocent victims of this appalling crime, but our thoughts are with them and their families.


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Listen Up is provided by Roderick Walsh, Director of Veterans Services for the Town of Bridgewater
On 30 July 1945, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine and sank within minutes in shark-infested waters. Only 317 of the 1,196 men on board survived. However, the Indianapolis had already completed its major mission: the delivery of key components of the atomic bomb that would be dropped a week later at Hiroshima to Tinian Island in the South Pacific.
The Indianapolis made its delivery to Tinian Island on 26 July 1945. The mission was top secret and the ship's crew was unaware of its cargo. After leaving Tinian, the Indianapolis sailed to the U.S. military's Pacific headquarters at Guam and was given orders to meet the battleship USS Idaho at Leyte Gulf in the Philippines to prepare for the invasion of Japan.
Shortly after midnight on 30 July, halfway between Guam and Leyte Gulf, a Japanese sub blasted the Indianapolis, sparking an explosion that split the ship and caused it to sink in approximately 12 minutes, with about 300 men trapped inside. Another 900 went into the water, where many died from drowning, shark attacks, dehydration or injuries from the explosion. Help did not arrive until four days later, on 02 August, when an antisubmarine plane on routine patrol happened upon the men and radioed for assistance.
On 06 August 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, inflicting nearly 130,000 casualties and destroying more than 60 percent of the city. On 09 August, a second atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, where casualties were estimated at over 66,000. Meanwhile, the U.S. government kept quiet about the Indianapolis tragedy until 15 August in order to guarantee that the news would be overshadowed by President Harry Truman's announcement that Japan had surrendered.
In the aftermath of the events involving the Indianapolis, the ship's commander, Captain Charles McVay, was court-martialed in November 1945 for failing to sail a zigzag course that would have helped the ship to evade enemy submarines in the area. McVay, the only Navy captain court-martialed for losing a ship during the war, committed suicide in 1968. Many of his surviving crewmen believed the military had made him a scapegoat. In 2000, 55 years after the Indianapolis went down, Congress cleared McVay's name.


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The subject of this article or section is part of Noblegarden, a seasonal event that lasts one week. Once the event has run its course, this will no longer be available until next year, but there are no guarantees.
Goldshire Edit
These are locations where eggs can be found in Goldshire during the Noblegarden event.
- On top of the lamp-post to the north of the Lion's Rest Inn.
- Underneath the target behind the blacksmith's shop.
- Underneath the caravan along the south of the main road.
- In the box just east of the caravan.
- In the box just south of the main blacksmith's shop entrance.
- Above the middle window on the north side of the inn.
- Hidden behind the mailbox.
- Between the flower beds on the south side of the inn (three in total).
- In the east corner along the south wall of the inn, before the insert.
- Hidden in the flower bed in the insert along the southest corner of the inn.
- Hidden in the flower beds to the east of the small pond behind the blacksmith's shop (one in each of the two).
- At the corners of the chimney along the north wall of the inn (one on either side).
- In the north corner of the east wall of the inn.
- On top of the window on the south wall of the inn.
- Just north of the rear entrance to the blacksmith's shop, behind the guard.
- On top of the lamp-post east of the signpost to the south of the inn.
- In the south corner of the eastern wall of the inn, before the insert.
- Between the trees to the west of the caravan.
- Behind the western bellows at the blacksmith's shop.
- In the box south of the inn entrance.
- In the south corner of the east wall of the inn.
- On the windowsill on the east wall of the inn.
- In the bush between the northern bellows and the tree.
- On top of the lamp-post east of the inn.
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Art has been going to the hospital at least 3 days a week to receive plasma-replacement treatments (apheresis) to help eliminate the antibodies that are giving him problems. When we were at the hospital last Friday, one of the doctors overseeing these treatments met with us and suggested that our 8:00am Monday appointment might work better to be moved to 10:00am. It would give us and the hospital staff more time to get there. We were to get a foot of snow on Sunday and below zero temps on Monday.
We agreed.
As most of you know the "polar vortex" hit Indianapolis very hard and we got a lot of snow with wind chills near -40 degrees. For only the second time in recent history the city declared a travel emergency and told the public to stay off the highways. We called the apheresis team and asked them to reschedule for 8:00am Tuesday morning.
Then at noon the mayor of Indianapolis changed the travel advisory to "essential travel only". They showed pictures of the expressways that were covered with ice and snow but there were no cars on the roads. So after a little thought Mary asked if it would be better to go on Monday afternoon in the daylight and light traffic or wait until Tuesday morning and deal with a rush hour crowd leaving in the dark. We called the hospital and changed the appointment to 2pm Monday.
We drove on the expressways. There were parts where it was pure white-knuckle driving. We didn't get much over 25mph but got there just fine and Art had his treatment. We need to be back on Wednesday at noon but hopefully that will not be a problem.


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{Photo of the house I am TRYING to buy}
I cannot believe that we are entering 2010. Where does the time go? My goal this coming year is to survive my MBA and blog more. Oh, I have many more goals and this year, I will obtain a few that I have set out for myself for the last, oh 10 years or so.
One goal is to own my own home. I am in the process of trying to purchase one; however, it is taking FOREVER. It's a short sale (why they call it short, I have NO clue). You will all know as soon as the deal is sealed!
Another goal is to travel again at the end of next year, once I finish this degree. I would really like to go back to Italy (Rome and southern Italy to be exact), so we'll see how that goes. I will go somewhere though, it's my graduation gift to myself!
Next, run a half marathon. I've wanted to do this for some time and I have started training, then something comes up. Work is finally allowing me to take extra time at lunch to go to the gym. I have to make up the time but I've been trying to do this for... oh so long now. With work and school, this will be the best schedule for me and I am excited. Jan. 4... here I come!
By 2011, I will be a home owner, MBA grad, and a runner! Not to mention, I'll have a new stamp on my passport! So, stay tuned and hopefully I'll post more than every 2 months!
Happy New Year!


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Here's a holiday cookie from A Spicy Perspective for all you fruitcake fans. They're light, bright and topped with all the goodies you find in the traditional holiday favorite. Fruitcake Cookies are roll-out cookies that are baked, topped with a rum glaze, then sprinkled with chunks of dried fruit, nuts and seeds.
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You're in a country of pet lovers, but most of you are begrudgingly forking out as much as $50 per month to cater for pet insurance covers, thanks to the ever-rising veterinary bills that have had a knock-on type of effect for insurance companies.
A few years ago, a research carried out by top insurance providers reported that the vets' fees were escalating at twelve percent per annum, more than 6 times the inflation rate of most countries.
Medical developments and vet's fees
The research claimed that this inflation-busting rise is attributed to the advances made in medical technology and the development of new drugs – that are now helping many pets to recover from conditions that were considered fatal in the past.
However, some questionable veterinary practices are recommending extra check-ups and treatments-just to extract more cash from insurance companies.
With the escalation of vets' fees, it seems you're living in an era where the possibility of paying as much as $1,000 per month.
But is it worth to take a pet cover? Or should you join the bandwagon of millions of pet lovers who have opted to take risk of not getting any cover at all?
Below, is a step-by-step guide that should help you understand fundamental issues.
Pet insurance work: How does it work?
As a pet owner, you can choose from 4 major types of insurance covers. They include:
- Accident only
Accident only is a very basic type of pet insurance cover. This cover is intended to cover your pet for any veterinary-related treatment in case of an accident, but it doesn't cover illness- related costs.
- Per condition with a time limit
This is also categorized as a basic cover, which is why it is considered to be one of the cheapest. The cover will only pay fees arising from accidents as well as illnesses, but only for utmost twelve months after the pet in question has been diagnosed.
Most Insurers who offer this type of policy will, in most times, impose a maximum payout. What this means is that if the cost of your pet's treatment hits the limit, you'll have to bifurcate the remaining amount of the bill.
- Per condition
Per condition cover doesn't have a time limit. It is a mid-level cover. With per condition cover, you have a cover with a set fee limit, but without an imposed time .With this policy, your insurer will continue covering any treatment provided that the policy is renewed after 12 months. But re-occurring illnesses or injuries won't be covered by this policy.
- Lifetime
As a high-level cover, lifetime policy is for those don't mind digging deep into their pockets. It is also the most comprehensive type of insurance for pets. Your insurance company will set a higher maximum amount a year – say, $11,000 – but you'll still be required renew your policy on a yearly basis, and some rogue insurers may refuse to renew it.
The policy sometimes covers some additional, such as dental fees as well as burial expenses.
Caution: Ask your insurance company the waiting period
Before choosing an insurance company, ensure to ask about the time you one wait before the coverage starts. Remember that an injury or illness that occurs before the waiting period is over won't be covered.


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Inc.com connected with super Instagrammer George Resch, aka Tank Sinatra (@tank.sinatra) to share a few tips on his Instagram success…
Nolan: Last I checked, you had something in the ballpark of 760,000 Instagram followers and 31,000 Facebook followers. I'm assuming this didn't happen overnight. How did you get there?
Resch: My growth can be attributed to three things: authenticity, quality, and exposure, in that order. At first I thought exposure was the most important thing, but then I realized: I can get reposted by bigger accounts all day and night, but if my content sucks, nobody is going to click that follow button.
That said, I discovered firsthand that if I truly want to build a great following, it isn't just a matter of having quality content–it's a matter of building an authentic brand. And in order to do that, I have to create, not curate, content that conveys my personality.
I think genuine social media success has more to do with exclusivity. Like if you like my material, you have to follow me, because you won't see it anywhere else. I'm pulling from my own sense of humor, and only I have access to that.
Doesn't constantly creating your own content get tiring? How do you find the creative energy?
It doesn't get tiring at all. It's actually quite the opposite. It's energizing. Any creative endeavor done for the right reason, I think, is going to have that effect.
If you're doing it solely for fame or money or business development, it might become a burden, but I do it because I love it; the authentic approach makes it an extension of my identity, my brand.
And for my own sanity, I think I have to do it–I might go crazy if I didn't have this creative outlet.
Do you feel a connection with your followers?
I definitely feel a connection with my followers. It still amazes me to this day that people come to my page, scroll around, and think, "I want to see more of what this guy has to say" or "I don't want to miss anything this guy posts."
Over the past year or so I've been getting recognized more and more out in public, and the people who come up to me are always very cool and nice.
Again, my content is my content, so you're getting to know the inner workings of my brain, sometimes better than close friends and family. I am who I am, off the internet, on the internet, under stress, relaxed, whatever. I pride myself on that.
I used to think predictability was boring, but I revel in it now. I want people to be able to trust that what you see is what you get.
Having roughly 800,000 social media followers gives you pretty substantial reach–how do you approach this kind of influence potential?
I don't do a ton of ads on my Instagram. I feel that it alienates followers.
Advertising is such an interruption to people. They came here for a good time, not to be told to go buy something. Unless the product or service really fits with my page, I'm not interested in doing promos.
But I do have my own products I'm going to be launching very soon. The main thing is my book Happy Is the New Rich. It's a collection of about 200 thoughts that I wrote down over the first 10 years of my recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction.
I was trying to figure out how to live a life that was worth living, and my brain was in overdrive. I used humor to cope with a lot of life's biggest problems.
I'm hoping that I can serve the people who follow me by offering them everything I've learned about living life in one easy-to-digest package, distilled completely down.
What's the one thing you'd tell entrepreneurs, business owners, etc., who are trying to build their social media influence?
My advice would just be to put out content that is authentic to who you are and interact with your audience. It's the only way to sustainability.
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Noah's ARC
of the 14th/20th King's Hussars
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Medicina 2015
Our Purpose
Donations to Noah's ARC
Noah's ARC Online Shop
History of the Regiment
Snare Drum
This was something I wanted to do for a very long time as I felt I wouldn't be comfortable with anyone standing behind me holding Flags which had been done in the past. But I wanted it to be a surprise at the reunion and I decided to keep it very quiet to the exception initially of two people, then three and then I told the committee of my plans in April, it seemed to go down very well.
So I went looking for recommendations and I was using Google well into the very dark hours for days. But after many phone calls and chats on the phone with many promises I went with a company called Northern Flags (
) as recommended by a good friend, the company is based in Leeds.
The design and making
The lady I did all the talking to was called Amy Wilson and the promises were wonderful. A double sided flag with a Hawk designed from several images which I provided over a period of time some on request for the finer details.
Well as soon as I said 'yes please' it started to go wrong. I was advised that the flag would take up to 14 working days to complete and it was on my door step in four days, that was a warning sign that something was going to be wrong!
I was getting ready to go out and do some work when there was a knock at the door, a little surprising as neither of us were expecting anything, I thought it could be some sales person. But to my surprise it was the postman who handed me this little, but heavy plastic bag. I thought well it's not the flag as it would be early (this was day 4 of the predicted 14) and it wouldn't be sent out in this type of bag. So wrong, I opened the bag and this bright yellow material was staring at me, it actually looked stunning.
I laid it out on the carpet to admire it and to be honest I was initially on cloud nine as it just looked outstanding, so vibrant and so big. But then I started to take a closer look at the Hawk and the flag in general with the help of Peter Farrell using FaceTime. The Flag actually looked like an insult to us all, rushed with very little attention to detail or care. The Pictures tell the story:
This is How I saw it at first - I was so pleased at first look - but then....
I started to look closer and the disgust started to emerge ...
I went in great detail explaining the layout of the Hawk, the way it faces, yet they just placed it facing the wrong way when you flipped the flag over...
The crown looks like it is small and the head goes over it..
The Orb is not circular, it looked squashed in parts..
This for me was the worst and most insulting, No Orb or Sceptre, totally out of shape, no crown, tail is out of shape and over to the left and no eye or tongue - 100% wrong ...
No detail to the feathers on the right wings, the material is all gathered around the crown and other areas - it just had to be rejected and returned
The chosen Hawk for the Flag came from a Hawk I saw framed within a table on our visit to
The King's Royal Hussars Sergeant's Mess
Probably stupid of me, but the Flag being marched in as it was was my main goal, I became fixated with this plan and for me it had to happen or I would have failed. I started to panic, I was phoning around when I think it was me that came across Flag Pole Express on the internet (I looked at so many I forget who found what) (
). Again so many promises and more let down, but they managed to get the Flag to us, less the Hawk.
Embroidered and awaiting the other sections
The plan was that Flag Pole Express make the flag whilst Rachel makes the Hawk, on completion they return the flag so a tailor Rachel uses would then attach the Hawk to the flag. Once completed we return the two sections of the Flag to Flag Pole Express who would then finish it off, easy right?
The Hawk painstakingly sew on by Rachel Jolly-Walker
Well it was going OK at first, the flag was returned to Rachel who had in turn finished the painstaking task of producing and sewing the Hawk together. The two main bits were ready, off to the tailor she went with the flag in hand, handed it to the tailor who then said she was not prepared to do something with that much work, Ahhhhhh all this time and all of a sudden she pulled out.
Rachel spoke to Flagpole Express who said they'd do it, just attach the hawk to the Flag with a pin and return it to us.
Let down 'again'
We had about 4 weeks to go before the reunion and Rachel did as requested by Flag Pole Express and a week after it was posted we heard nothing? Rachel got on to the phone and asked how long it would be, they had not even started, the flag was still in a bag in a bundle as they were now saying they couldn't do the attaching.
Wonder Woman
Rachel was furious, she asked that they return it immediately, it got back to her about a week after it was requested, they had to be reminded. Rachel was worried she was going to let me down and painstakingly sewed the Hawks to each side herself, by hand. It took over 9 hours for each Hawk to be attached, her fingers were in tatters and she was in pain for days, I can do no more that to keep thanking her she really is an amazing lady.
The finished product less the frills 7ft x 3.5ft and all I imagined.
Once done she again returned it to Flag Pole Express who joined the two pieces together and attached the frills, done. The Flag was returned to my address and to this day Rachel has still not seen the finished article other than on the odd photograph I sent her or others posted on Facebook.
Reunion and the reveal
I am really bad at keeping things I am excited about secret, I showed the Flag to Jim Thomas and Bob Harrison on the Friday night Saturday morning respectively, the feedback was promising I could calm down. I then showed Dusty Fogg the Flag for the first time. He had seen pictures and I had FaceTimed him, but it was important that he physically saw the Flag before he marched it in as I didn't want him to say he hated it, again more good feedback, we were a go.
Michael Dusty Fogg marching the flag in for first time.
At about 18.45 the flag was supposed to marched in with Royal Sussex being played from a CD but I could not find the CD anywhere, I grabbed the lads from the regimental band and they said they'd just play it. They did the Fanfare and as soon as everyone started entering the hall the band all scrambled for their instruments, no practice nothing, again outstanding - Thank you to every single bandsman involved, I am truly grateful.
The Chairman (Paul Baker) in front of the new Flag
Dusty was brilliant, he said he was honoured to be asked to be the bearer and he looked great marching it into the hall where everyone was standing and clapping it in as requested by the chairman to Royal Sussex - thank you Dusty!
The Vice Chairman (Peter Farrell) and James Scott in
front of the New Noah's ARC Flag
The feedback about the Flag was amazing, one of the Hawks even cried he had so much pride, it made it all for me worthwhile, but then I was just the one having it made not the person doing all the hard work in making it.
I have said it before and I will say it again and again - Thank you Rachel Jolly-Walker you are simply amazing. Not only was she doing 'my' flag she was doing the Guidon, the Raffle and Tombola prizes, the shop and other projects that were not related to Noah's ARC, she is a truly amazing lady. Her dedication to Noah's ARC is beyond doubt - Thank you.
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Something many of you reading this may not know about RFSHQ is that we run our own image hosting service, UpUrs. Since these images all go into folders that administrators can see, and since there's a very specific group of people who generally read this crap, this has resulted in some rather interesting uploads. Below is a collection of some of the weirdest context-less crap that's been dumped onto our server.
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VW revives the classic game punch buggy (or slug bug) for a new era, with a payoff involving Tracy Morgan and Stevie Wonder. (Because, get it, he's blind; no one's ever thought to make a joke about that before.) A playful ad whose success will be measured in the number of bruised upper arms on family car trips this summer.
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You have been on a flight for hours to LAX for your vacation, event or conference, check in to your hotel and you finally have time to relax. You heard that Recreational Cannabis became legal in Los Angeles and you are ready for your first visit to some of these Cannabis Dispensaries that you have heard about. Where do you start?
One of the first things that you can do is research your local area and see if there are any legit Cannabis Dispensaries in your immediate area or even delivery perhaps. Mobile apps Yelp , Weedmaps , and Leafly can help in seeing the menu, pictures of the facility and some customer feedback (some words of caution, some reviews are conditional meaning that they were incentivized to do the review) so take it with a grain of salt. Looking at the menu of the Cannabis Dispensaries and getting a general idea of pricing is how the above mentioned apps work the best. Instagram and other social media can help as well, however whatever city you are in including LA our best advice is ask an Cannabis expert or take a Cannabis Experience Tour, for several reasons, for one you have experts who are willing to take you to where the best Medical and Recreational Cannabis is with discounts and other perks.
The Visit
Once you have figured out where you would like to purchase your Recreational or Medical Cannabis you need to make sure you are prepared, because sometimes the first visit can be overwhelming. Get Cash, most dispensaries are operating under state laws and are patiently waiting for the Federal Government to give them the "green light" allowing more banking opportunities, however until then most Cannabis Dispensaries take cash only, however there are ATMs in most ($3 charges on average). Current State Issued ID Card, you will need to bring a current State Issued ID card or Passport (21+ for recreational), if you are under the age of 18 you will need to get your Doctors Recommendation Card (If visiting LA, here is a losangeles420evaluations.com/). You will present your ID to the person usually behind the glass and wait until the security guard calls you back. You cannot consume of the premises (although some will allow, you have to do the research) so do not do it or you can be banned (shameless plug, you can consume on our 420 friendly bus). Budtenders, this is the equivalent to a Bartender at a Bar or a Barista at your favorite coffee shop and they can make or break your experience as they should know about the Cannabis including asking you what effects your are looking for, or what are Terpenes? Genrally the budtenders are very attractive females, some with personalities and some who can actually guide you to a wonderful Cannabis Experience, so make sure your take your time and get with the right one, if they appear to be rushed or not attentive, ask for someone else.
There are several ways to consume cannabis and each have their own benefits and depending on your tolerance some methods might work better for you. First off if you have never consumed cannabis or it has been quite some time since your last joint, take baby steps because this is not your momma's cannabis. Pre-Rolls are cannabis "cigarettes" usually rolled by the dispensary or cannabis brands, some are stronger than others so make sure you look at potency and type (Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid) and only take a couple of tokes in the beginning and pace yourself. Indicas will usually leave you a little "couch locked" or stuck so generally people usually use Indica at night to help with sleep. If you are looking for more of a daytime cannabis, try Sativa which is known for being uplifting and sometime increase your creativity; If you are looking for a combination of both, then Hybrids might be the best bet, some industry experts state that most of all cannabis being currently distributed are some form of a Hybrid cannabis strain. Flowers can be purchased by the gram, 8th (3.5 grams) price range $30-60, Quarter( 7 grams) $60-$120, Half Ounce (14 grams) $120-$240 and Ounce(28 grams) and with the recent laws, several are pre-packaged (however most have samples to smell) which depending on the date of packaging can be somewhat dry so always ask your Budtender "Whats fresh?". Concentrates are the result of the extraction of chemical THC from the plant (If you would like to see the THC extraction process click here) and are not for newbies because of the high potency and we would recommend building up your tolerance prior to trying concentrates, if you are feeling brave please consult your Budtender. Edibles are a favorite way to consume cannabis without exposing your lungs to the potential harm that smoking anything can do. Edibles are eaten and based on most recent California Law can be consumed in 10 mg doses and a maximum of 100 mgs per pack (10 doses per package) which can be very strong to those who have never eaten a cannabis edible. There are consumption guides that can help you with dosage, however would recommend starting off very small and slow, as edibles are digested and can take some time to take affect, so be patient if you do not feel anything wait about an half an hour to an hour to see how you are feeling. Tinctures and Topical (Lotions, Oils, and more) and are also becoming a more popular way to consume cannabis taking advantage of the health benefits (CBDs, THC-A, ETC).
If you are traveling in a vehicle it is illegal to consume cannabis, however it is perfectly legal on our 420 friendly cannabis bus (shameless plug lol) so please wait until you are at a safe consumption location (Home, Cannabis Bus, or Cannabis Lounge) before medicating. If you are traveling by plane we would recommend looking at the local laws of the place you are traveling to for laws and rules around cannabis transporting. In 2018 LAX released news stating that TSA they were no longer enforcing federal cannabis laws at LAX and it would be up to local law enforcement to intervene and LAPD said they were "not really" interested in participating in the enforcement. I have heard several people tell me that they have traveled with an once, however we are not suggesting that. If you are going to travel with it, DON'T BE GREEDY, that is how you get caught up. Repackage your edibles so that are not as obvious and put away you meds in something that does not look so obvious. In my recent travels to Seattle,WA (another great place for Cannabis) I traveled and check a bag with pre-rolled blunts and had no issue, Seattle is also a cannabis friendly state so make sure you do your research.
Bottom line is do your research when you get to LA, because there are several illegal dispensaries operating which means that thier information is not validated or approved by any governing body, so anything goes. You want your first cannabis experience to be an amazing one so make sure you do your research or save yourself the hassle and Book a Tour!
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The LA Cannabis Scene
I have been consuming cannabis for most of my life, however once I moved to Los Angeles over 10 year ago I think I tumbled into the mecca of Cannabis.In 1996 California and Los Angeles residents passed Prop 215 (Read more here) which allowed certain medically qualified residents to legally purchase or donate for medical cannabis up to a certain amount without the fear of arrest and/or prosecution. Fast forward over 20 years later in 2017 California residents passed Prop 64 (read more here) which allowed for adult 21+ recreational purchases and usage (even though you cannot consume in public and in hotels, but you can on our tour).
Cannabis has always been a "Hush" type of community and with prop 64 being passed it has opened the door for corporate opportunity, but also massive regulation which has added a very aggressive sales tax and quite a few cities and counties saying "No" to cannabis . Los Angeles is one of the cities in the Greater Los Angeles Area to say "Yes" to Cannabis Here is a list of other cities.
Here is my experience over the last year as it has been great and interesting:
The Dispensaries
There are different dispensaries and what I have found is that the area and/or neighborhood you are in will generally dictate your experience so choose wisely. For example the Valley usually has the best prices and some pretty decent cannabis and there are several options which usually benefits the customer, prior to Prop 64 you can get an eighth of some premium for $30, some of that still applies for medical patients (If you need a rDr. recommendation please click here). South LA, East LA and Korea Town usually will have the cheapest options because of cheaper rent and more competition.West Hollywood, Venice Marina Del Rey and will generally be more expensive because of their locations. Now you can enter a dispensary with either you state issued ID which will get you recreational prices and a different tax rate. There are some major players in the Cannabis game like Jungle Boys who have very exclusive and exotic strains, and have (2) locations and several options like a live press so that you can make your own sauce. There can be a long wait at times (at Original Location) , but they also have a expedited line if you already know what you want. Another major player in the Los Angeles is MedMen who has (6) Los Angeles area dispensaries and (1) in Orange County. This is a very "State of the Art" dispensary resembling an Apple store, a very helpful staff and several options available. Please know there are several others that we love and some that we have not visited just yet. So please comeback for more as we will review more.
One of the best kept secrets of Cannabis in LA is the events, which are happening daily. Sessions or "Sesh" for short are private meetings and or get together that "medical" patients are invited to attend. These events allow you to purchase medical cannabis from vendors directly which is usually way cheaper then the dispensaries. Sesh's are invite only and you will need your Dr.'s recommendation with you. Instagram is a great place to look for sessions and get invloved, just search "Sesh" under people and there you go...One other option is attend events put on by Grass Fed LA Events who puts on monthly events throughout the city which include education, dining, and more. I attended an event that was all about Terpene profiles of cannabis, it was amazing and hosted by Kristen Yoder of Soil to the Oil (someone you really should follow plus she has an amazing podcast click here to listen) . Eventbrite sometimes will offer tickets to events usually more on the business side of cannabis, but a valuable resource nonetheless.
Parting words
Just do your research and be willing to listen to the locals as they can save you time and money as LA is a very large market and everything is not as advertised and there is a lot of "bammer" and "overpriced" cannabis out there. Book a tour save yourself the hassle.
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Ken Ellerker Cycles is dedicated to the excellence of service that can only be found at a real bike shop.
Established in 1954, we service the needs of Hull and East Yorkshire's cycling community. An extensive range of equipment is complemented by a wealth of knowledge and a range of services to help you gain the maximum benefit and enjoyment from cycling. We aim to be friendly and approachable, so please don't be afraid to come and seek advice.
We endeavour to stock a good range of clothing and accessories for men and women. This includes Trek's excellent range of women specific bikes, many denoted by the acronym WSD.
Please note that our website gives a good representation of our stock, though it is by no means exhaustive. If you're after a special little something, please do enquire as we have access to many more products than shown here.
If you are unable to visit us in person, or wish to reserve an item through click and collect, our website enables you to buy online. You can find information about ordering online, including delivery costs, by adding an item to the shopping basket and then finding the terms and conditions link on the shopping basket page.
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Carried out to the highest standards. Our experienced Cytech qualified mechanics have been able to fix problems that other bike shops couldn't. All makes and models accepted. See Workshop for further details.Bike fit
Suitable for all riders, Lee and Steve use the Precision Fit system to makes a thorough assessment of how you can achieve optimum comfort and performance. Unlike many bike fits Precision Fit is holistic and personalised, as it considers all aspects of the rider as well as the bike. A typical bike fit session is three hours long, so please contact us to book an appointment. See Bike Fit for more information.
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You are welcome to try out any bike before you buy (provided the bike is available and serviced, and subject to weather conditions).
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Verve+ and Verve+ Lowstep - electric hybrid bikes for men and women designed for comfort on commutes, daily cruises and recreational rides.
Powerfly 7 - an electric mountain bike with the new smaller, lighter and more efficient Bosch Performance Line CX motor and new top of the range 625 Wh capacity battery. Powerfly is equally suited to commuting, recreation as well as having a ridiculously fun time on the trails.
Please note that we also have access to Trek's fleet of road and mountain demo bikes, so don't hesitate to ask there's something you would like to try.
From Orbea, we have available for extended test rides:
Gain D30 - the radical and lightweight electric road bike that looks very much like a "normal" bike and also feels like a proper bike to ride! Press the sleek and simple mode button to switch on the power, and revel in the assistance provided as and when you need it. Our demo bike features the new optional out-front display that gives access to all the data you require without the need to use the smartphone app.
Gain F20 - a flat bar electric Gain with high spec Shimano 105 gearing;
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You can find our address, a map, and how to contact us on our contact page.
Arthur Kenneth Ellerker purchased 275-277 Chanterlands Avenue on 19th December 1953 for the sum of £1950 from Mallory's (1948) Ltd. Mallory's hardware shop was transformed and reopened as Ken Ellerker Cycles early in 1954.
Mallory's hardware shop c.1950. There was similar flooding in June 2007.
Ken outside the shop, 1956.
Ken Ellerker Cycles, 1956. Humber and Hercules are the brands advertised.
Ken Ellerker Cycles, 1956.
A family business, and initially also the family home, Ken's wife Muriel and son Brian helped out in the shop. With a background in motor engineering Ken quickly gained a reputation for first class repairs, servicing and wheel building, standards we strive to maintain to this day.
Ken's first sale is reputed to be two bikes to the Eastburn family who lived in neighbouring Huntley Drive. The tradition at the time, apparently, was to frame the first £1 note received by a business for display on a wall. Sadly we don't have it anymore!
Ken Ellerker Cycles, 1959. The changed signage now prominently features Raleigh.
Ken, 1959.
Muriel inside the shop, date unknown.
After Ken's death in 1962, the business continued to flourish under the stewardship of Muriel and subsequently Brian. With Brian now taking a lower profile in the shop, the day to day running has passed to the hands of John, the third generation Ellerker, in conjunction with staff members Lee, Steve and Doug.
Among the many members of staff to work for Ken, Muriel and Brian are Pete Dunn and Eric Brumhead. A special mention also to our erstwhile colleague Daren Smith who became part of the furniture over the course of his 30 years of service. We wish him all the best in his recovery from the stroke suffered in January 2017.
Bike brands stocked through the years have included Humber, Raleigh, Viking, Viscount and Coventry Eagle. The decline of many of these British companies was reflected by the appearance of brands such as Giant, GT, Scott, Specialized and Trek.
Ken Ellerker Cycles was one of the first retailers to showcase Trek bikes in the UK in the early 1990s. Trek's high quality, innovative bikes continue to be popular with our customers today. More recently Orbea - a company with a history even longer than our own, having been established in 1840 - Electra and Orro bikes have been welcomed into the range.
Introducing Us
Brian Ellerker is the owner of the business and has worked from the ripe old age of 17. His youthful looks disguise the hard work that he has dedicated to training his staff to give the best service possible, sharing his experience and teaching us all there is to know about cycling.
Brian (left) with David Eastburn, who recounted the story of his family's early association with the shop on his visit in November 2017
Lee Smith has a long history in cycling. He can be found touring Yorkshire's country lanes on his cross bike, or pounding up and down the hills on his mountain bike, both with a smile on his face and joy in his heart! Lee has a deep passion for all things cycling. Proof of this comes from his vast bicycle collection (pretty much all in matte black!). Bordering on "geek" status, he has an extensive knowledge whether it be mountain, road or cross or even eBikes, and has worked in the industry for over fifteen years. Achieving Cytech Level 2 mechanics, and a trained Precision Fit bike fitter and Bosch eBike Technician, has further extended Lee's knowledge and ability in all things biking.
Steve Kilgour benefits from his experience in engineering, and is our go-to guy for mechanical problem solving. He's a very keen cyclist, finding time away from his busy family life for cross and road riding. He is one of our expert mechanics, is qualified as a Shimano Service Technician, Bosch eBike Technician and has reached PhD level at Trek University. Steve has also completed Precision Fit Level 1, so now also has expertise in bike fitting.
John Ellerker is the son of the boss and therefore the only one who can attempt to tell his dad what to do! He has a number of thankless tasks, including admin and keeping the website updated! As for his cycling experience, there isn't anywhere this boy goes without a bike, be it to Sainsbury's for the Sunday roast or scaling the dizzy heights of the Col du Tourmalet.
Doug McCarthy is our friendly young face, eager to help as you come into the store. He has completed Cytech Level 2 training and reached PhD Level at Trek University. Doug is an eager cyclist and rides everyday. Whether it be on his road, cross or mountain bike, you'll see him out there somewhere!
Shirley Tait is our latest recruit. A committee member of Sunday Girls Road Club and a Breeze ride leader, Shirley will be delighted to help you on alternate Saturdays.


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This happened a little while ago at a theme park, we decided to go on the merry go round and we saw this middle ages asian man petting one of the fake horses.
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