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Southern Albemarle Residents Invited to Serve on Community Advisory Committee
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors and the Albemarle County School Board are seeking community representatives to serve on an advisory committee that will study community services in the southern portion of Albemarle County and make recommendations on how best to address unmet needs for the community. The committee will include six community representatives and six appointees who will represent various community service agencies.
Both boards envision B.F. Yancey Elementary School in Esmont as the focal point for the potential delivery of enhanced services to the area.
"The southern part of our county has a rich tradition of strong family bonds, pride in their neighborhoods, and leadership in championing such values as education," said County Executive Tom Foley and School Superintendent Dr. Pamela Moran. "There is great potential to build upon these strengths and to create sustained community value for the Yancey school," they added.
The charter for the new committee includes identifying both service needs in the area and partners willing to engage in the delivery of services. It says both the Board of Supervisors and the School Board "are interested in learning about model programs, funding sources and/or grant opportunities" for a transformational concept that will benefit residents in the school division's southern feeder pattern.
Primary objectives specified within the Yancey School Work Group Charter include:
"We would like to see an outcome that provides a safe, secure place for children, adolescents and senior citizens to engage and learn together and that offers the potential to attract new families and businesses to southern Albemarle County," Mr. Foley and Dr. Moran said.
The advisory committee will consist of 12 members appointed by Mr. Foley and Dr. Moran. Six appointees will be local community residents, and six appointees will be from service agencies and other partners in the county. The county executive and the school superintendent will designate committee co-chairs, and the committee will determine its meeting schedule, although the committee's initial meeting will be in March. A progress report to the Board of Supervisors and School Board is scheduled for May and a final report by December 31 of this year.
Support staff for the committee's work will be provided by local government and the school division.
The 2013 Southern Albemarle Community Advisory Committee Application can be filed online.
Applications also are available at Yancey Elementary School, located at 7625 Porters Road in Esmont, or by calling the school at (434) 974-8060. The application deadline is Monday, March 4.
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
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The atmosphere in Bricksville has the sense of a frontier town. There is a collective sense of "morality" that is easily manipulated by those, like the King and Duke, with such skill. There is also a collective lack of purpose or direction in town. Any event garners extreme enthusiasm and even hysteria.


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Most Linux distributions come with a handy package called sysstat which is a collection of several different performance monitoring tools. To find processes which are consuming a lot of hard disc performance use pidstat:
pidstat -dw
This will give you a list of all processes and their task switching activity (-w) which will include voluntary and non-voluntary context switches. Optionally you can also get I/O statistics (-d). Now look at the process you suspect to use much of the hard disc performance (i.e. grep for mysqld). A high number of voluntary context switches means, that the program waits for data to write or read (this includes all kind of data, also network data, so don't misinterpret the numbers). If a process is constantly tries to write data to the hard disc but has a lot of voluntary context switches, the hard disc is probably overstressed which blocks the process and makes the scheduler switching to another application.
To see a summary of all I/O utilisation use:
iostat -dmx 5
This will print every five seconds an extended (-x) utilisation statistic in megabytes (-m) about the current hard disc usage (-d). Look for the r/s or w/s column to figure out how much megabytes are read from/written to the disk per seconds.


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Scavenger Hunts: Clues, Ideas, and Riddles to get you Started on a Treasure Hunt. Great Fun for the park or at home ...
Finding ways to have fun as a group can be hard. Whether it's a family activity, an event for a club, or any group of people that you're trying to plan activities for, it can get pretty hard to keep coming up with creative ideas. Especially with the economy forcing more families to opt for Stay-cations rather than Vacations, planning ways to keep it fun can be more and more difficult each day.
Well, Perhaps Scavenger Hunts are the solution to you dilemma! Scavenger hunt riddles will keep your group thinking while they go on an adventure through their homes, neighborhoods, or cities. Scavenger hunts can get pretty creative. Scavenger hunt clues can be either given out plainly, or you can use riddles. Depending on the crowd that the hunt is for, you might have some pretty great and unique scavenger hunt ideas of your own. In case you don't, this article should provide you with some great ideas and scavenger hunt clues to get you started.
Scavenger Hunt Ideas
Museum Scavenger Hunt
- Take your family or group to a local art or history museum. Create the scavenger hunt clues in a way that guides the group through the various areas of the museum. Make it so that the participants have to use the clues to find the right historical figure or work of art, and then have them write down the name of that artwork or person. If you're at a natural history museum, try having them identify different extinct animals and rock formation types. Remember, it's against the rules to just use a search on your smart phones. Make sure that they can figure it out by reading the information in the museums. This particular scavenger hunt idea can be really educational.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Take your group to a local park. Before the event, do a little research on the local plants that grow in that park and what they look like. Make sure no one in the group is allergic, and send them into the park with either photos or descriptions of each plant. Have each team bring back a leaf or photo of each plant. This is also a fairly educational scavenger hunt idea; unfortunately it can be dependent on weather.
In Home Clue for Clue hunt
- This one is really great for parties or Staycations. Instead of giving out the entire scavenger hunt clues at once. Have the next clue hidden wherever the last one leads them. If you have a big yard, you can hide clues all throughout your home and property. Let there be a special gift or surprise waiting for them at the end. If this is a hunt for your family, have the hunt lead them all into the family car where you can be waiting to take them to their favorite restaurant, or to see a movie. This is also a cute idea of wedding proposals, or giving special gifts to loved ones. They'll appreciate the effort you put into to it more than they'll dislike having to work for it.
Hopefully you can find these ideas useful. Of course, you can make the scavenger hunt riddles as easy, hard or even non-existent, as you like. Make the hunt your own unique adventure. The ease with which a scavenger hunt can be made new and unique helps keep them entertaining no matter how often you have them.
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I love these scavenger hunts Brett. You are right in saying there are umpteen ways in which to keep them fresh an entertaining. Voted up, useful and shared.
Just in time for Halloween! I love scavenger hunts. I like your idea that you suggested for Staycations. It kind of reminds me of that TV show where the couples (teams) race around the world looking for clues to win the game. My mind escapes me right now and I can't remember the name of the show, but I think you know which one I mean. I've seen a few episodes of it and really enjoyed it. Scavenger hunts are fun - and so is your hub. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us. Likewise, I'm sharing with my friends who also enjoy a good scavenger hunt.
With the holidays coming up, this can add spice to any holiday party. I like the variations you put in. Voting this Up and Useful.
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CUBE Tablet has recently officially launched a new 560 * 1600 resolution high-definition IPS screen Phablet -- Cube Freer X9, whic is a high-resolution phone call tablet, built in 4GB memory + 64GB storage configuration, and use the same PowerVR GPU as iPhone. Now let's have a detail review of this Cube X9 Phablet.
8.9 Inch 2560*1600 IPS OGS Touch Screen
Cube Freer X9 Phablet adopts a 8.9-inch OGS touch technology with 2560 * 1600 pixels resolution retina screen. Relying on the JDI + PowerVRGX6250 powerful combination, it will create a fine picture display, each frame is fine carved.
JDI Screen, More Natural & Overflows
The full name of JDI is Japan Display Inc. With lower power consumption and higher quality features, JDI screen is very extensive among today's smart phones.
Strong PowerVR GX6250 GPU as Apple
Power VRGX6250 image processor, up to 700MHz frequency, can easily to control cool 3D games. Once matched with the lower power, higher quality JDI screen, it can be described as even more powerful. Power VRGX6250 GPU supports OpenGLES3.1, OpenCL and other game effects. Besides, the stability support for Android games, making the freer X9 has a more beautiful picture and a strong game compatibility.
7mm Thin Thickness with 8.9 Inch Screen, Sharp as Blade
Freer X9 uses the aviation grade aluminum, with advanced sandblasting, and 12 well-made production process, 7mm 8.9 inch blade body design, solid back fuselage and fashion modeling, just better one-hand holding sense, extraordinary temperament.
2 x Cortex A72 + 2 x Cortex A53 cores, Faster than you expected
Cube X9 tablet is equipped with ARM Gen 2 64-bit Cortex-A72 cores, which is consisted by the two single-core frequency 2.0GHz Cortex-A72 processors and two Cortex-A53 processors.
Large Memory, Large Storage
4G memory and Android 7.0 OS, it can freely switch among multi-tasks. 64G storage, you no need to worry about the storage for reading, shopping, watching movies and playing 3D large games. It can hold 42 high-definition movies, 13,000 songs, tens of thousands of animation, etc. Powerful chip + storage is essential!
2.4G/5G Dual Band WIFI
2.4G + 5G dual band WIFI signal interference is less, offering more stable connection when browsing pictures/ webs, watching movies and play games. Moreover, it has much faster transmission speed.
4K HD Video Decoding, Independent sound chamber
Powerful 4K HD H.265 format video hard decoding, matched with stereo independent sound cavity design, it will bring a different visual, auditory experience as well as meet your daily demands. Outstanding effect!
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New parklet furnishings - tables, chairs and umbrellas - were made possible by city grant funding. Community volunteers helped install at the east parklet, renewing a favorite space for people in the neighborhood to gather.
The Noe Valley Association (CBD) was established in August 2005 as a fifteen-year community benefit district which receives an annual special assessment from the 208 properties in the district. The first assessments were received by the NVA in January 2006. The NVA consists of roughly six city blocks, including the side streets of corner buildings, on 24th Street in Noe Valley between Church & Douglass Streets.


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Glaucoma Home > Acute Glaucoma
Acute glaucoma is a less common (but very serious) form of glaucoma. It is characterized by increased eye pressure, intense pain, and rapid damage to the optic nerve. Without immediate treatment during an attack, this condition can quickly lead to vision loss. People who have farsightedness, diabetes, or a family history of glaucoma are at a higher risk of developing it.
Acute glaucoma is one of the many different glaucoma types (see Types of Glaucoma). It is much less common than chronic glaucoma (also known as open angle glaucoma). However, acute glaucoma is very serious because it can cause rapid damage and loss of vision; it can also erupt in violent attacks and intense pain, rather than emerging subtly.
This condition occurs in less than 10 percent of glaucoma cases.
Other names for acute glaucoma include:
- Closed angle glaucoma
- Angle closure glaucoma
- Narrow angle glaucoma.
The cornea is the clear outer covering of the eye. Separating it from the iris (the colored part) is the anterior chamber, a space filled and inflated by aqueous humor. This clear fluid (unrelated to the tears that bathe the outside surface of the cornea) starts in the ciliary body just behind the iris. It circulates in the anterior chamber, nourishing the eye's delicate tissue and keeping it from collapsing.
To maintain equilibrium, the aqueous humor drains through a porous tissue in the angle in front of the iris, where it meets the cornea, called the trabecular meshwork.
If the aqueous humor cannot drain properly because the iris is pushing against the cornea (as in acute glaucoma), it backs up, putting pressure on the gel in the vitreous cavity at the center of the eye. Eventually, the building pressure affects the delicate optic nerve at the rear of the eye. Since the optic nerve transmits visual images to the brain, any damage to it reduces vision.
The optic nerve is a bundle of more than one million nerve fibers. It connects the retina to the brain. The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. A healthy optic nerve is necessary for good vision.


text: Every two years ECG starts a project to prepare the new ECG Survey of Vehicle Logistics in Europe for publication. The project lasts approximately 8 months. The outcome of this project is a new edition of the Survey which is launched at the annual ECG Conference in October. This Survey is one of the most important ECG publications that is widely used in the finished vehicle logistics sector. It is distributed not only to the ECG members yet it reaches a much wider audience, such as manufacturers, press, and EU representatives. Each time when the project starts the Survey Working Group is brought together. It is composed from experts in the finished vehicle logistics sector drawn from ECG members. The main mission of the group is to assist the ECG Secretariat in preparation of the new edition of the Survey. Strategic Objectives of the Working Group: 1. Serve as advisory and controlling body in the course of the project run 2. Provide expertise in the market of the finished vehicle logistics 3. Check, review and if necessary update the content of the new edition 4. Suggest improvements and corrections 5. Identify and propose new important topics relevant for the sector to be presented in the Survey Manager of the Survey Working Group in 2016: Oleh Shchuryk Project Co-ordinator: Federica Boddi Experts of the group in 2016: Krzysztof Szeligowski (Adampol) Roksana Garbar (Avtologistika) Duncan Smedley (BCA Automotive) Timo Harms (BLG) Begoña González (Flota Suardiaz) Alessandro De Rosis (Grimaldi) Nikolaus Tellian (Hödlmayr) Attila Novak (Lagermax) Niki Dandolou (Neptune Lines) Maria Darakova (SPED-S) Olivier Benguigui (STVA) Stian Tunsberg (UECC). The 2016 Survey Working Group will meet regularly via webinar. There are normally four meetings during the project run (April, June, July and August). The last face-to-face meeting is usually held in Brussels. Click here to access the agendas and minutes as well as the presentations and other important documents of the Survey Working Group (login possible only for ECG members).


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Sunday is Market Day and we're so excited to have smallholding expert and chook guru Paul Healy joining us for our first ever Livestock Market. Paul is passionate about raising Barnevelder chooks, and regularly speaks on ABC local radio, providing advice to callers about raising and caring for chooks and farm animals. Paul will bring … Continue reading
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Our First Livestock Market with very special guest!
The Bream Creek Farmers Market are VERY excited to be holding the very first Livestock Market this Sunday 2 November. With locally raised animals on display and for sale, it will be a true country market! Plus, we are thrilled to have special guest Paul Healy attending the Market with his renowned Barnevelder chooks. Paul … Continue reading
How to Make an EASY Hot Compost Heap
Claire from Groovy Native Permaculture has generously shared her method for making an awesome hot compost heap at home. Claire spoke about her method at the Bream Creek Farmers Market on Sunday, and lots of market-goers also snapped up the hay bales and cow manure for sale – essential hot composting ingredients! Claire has lots … Continue reading
October Market – Stallholder List
Well, the hot compost is hot, the plants are ready to find new homes and we're all looking forward to a fun garden themed market this Sunday! This month we're pleased to welcome Daosiri Priest who will be selling authentic Thai curries, using veggies grown in her own backyard. free range meat and locally sourced … Continue reading


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Is It Safe for Children?Nitro-Dur is not approved for use in children. If your healthcare provider recommends this product for your child, make sure to discuss the risks and benefits. Because angina due to coronary artery disease is most common in older adults, it would be highly unlikely that a healthcare provider would recommend Nitro-Dur for a child.
Off-Label Uses for Nitro-DurOn occasion, healthcare providers may prescribe medications for something other than the approved uses. This is known as an "off-label" use. At this time, there are no universally accepted off-label uses for Nitro-Dur patches.
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Volentix Papers - Translating 1,212 Words In Filipino [7]
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This is my 7th translation contribution on Volentix Papers that I contribute on @utopian and @davinci.polyglot.
So what is Volentix Papers? After reading some articles and watching some videos about Volentix Papers here is my project details about this project. Volentix Papers is a new innovative project that will allow you to make more secure transactions between users.
It is a decentralized platform that allows you to securely store and exchange cryptocurrencies. The platform will work with the use of Blockchain technology and will be able to attract even more new participants to the crypto assets market. The project will be able to interest both new customers and experienced traders just like me I'm choosing this project to translate because I have an experience for trading in a different kind of platform trading
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This project with a total of 11,693 words this is not a very huge project as of now I am the only one who's translating Volentix Papers into Filipino. You can see the total words of this project down below.
Today I have suggested 74 translations and deleted 3 translations in GitLab and I didn't find any errors or typos on the source string.
Non-translatable Texts:
- Code
- Volentix
- Venue
- Verto
- Vespucci
- Token
- Framework
- Interface
- Blockchain
- Pythagoras
- Software
Source language: English
Translation task: From English to Filipino
Word Count
The total words that I translated into Filipino are about 1,251 words with 39 words deduction because there are words that cannot be translated such as links, codes and all of the words which don't have a translation such as a computer and programming language.
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Risco Caido
Risco Caido and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria Cultural Landscape are testimony to the pre-Hispanic culture of the island.
The mountainous area includes a large number of troglodyte settlements, archaeological sites and rock art.
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Spain's apparent objective of gaining WHS status for all of its islands continues in 2019 with Gran Canaria (GC) - Menorca is next in line for 2022! Serendipity, rather than an obsessive chase after potential upcoming WHS, took us there for just 1 day in Jan 2019 and we fitted in a visit to the nominated site of "Risco Caido and the sacred mountains of Gran Canaria Cultural Landscape"
The Canaries (population c2.2 million) already have 3 WHS. A "colonial town" (the rather "average" San Cristobal de Laguna), "Volcanism" (Teide NP) and "relict Macronesian vegetation" (Garajonay NP). So - what could be left for other islands – a "near duplicate" of one of the former subjects? Luckily there is an, as yet unrepresented, possibility - the archaeological sites of the pre-Hispanic inhabitants of the Canaries, known as the "Guanche"! They are considered originally to have reached the Canaries from N Africa some time after 1000 BC (possibly no earlier than 500BC) and to have been of Amazigh (Berber) origin. By the time of CE they had, on each island, developed a range of different but similar cultures and appear to have remained reasonably isolated from their continental neighbours until they were invaded in 1402 by a Norman adventurer working for Castille - Jean de Béthencourt. Although they only had primitive weapons, some of the islanders put up strong resistance, and their final defeat took until 1496. Subsequently they were "ethnically and culturally absorbed by Spanish settlers" (Wiki). Genetic studies have shown significant Guanche DNA content among current Canarians, which no doubt contributes to their pride in their pre-Hispanic history.
But, what form should such a nomination take? We had visited the Museum of Nature and Man in Tenerife which contains a fine section on the Guanche ("considered the best repository of objects from the Pre-Castilian Canary Islands" - Wiki) and gained the impression that Tenerife perhaps contains the greatest number of Guanche remains in the Canaries. They are, however, rather spread around the island with no particular location standing out. GC also has a fair number of such sites including a major one in the form of the Cueva Pintada in Galdar . Spain could presumably have "picked and mixed" from among these across the islands (and even included examples from the, as yet, unrepresented islands of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote) - or else have homed in on just one representative site (E.g Cueva Pintada?). Instead it has followed a route which has recently proven so successful for many States Parties, by choosing a larger area with multiple remains and badging it as a (Relict) "Cultural Landscape" (CL)
The one chosen is centred on the "Caldera de Tejeda" in the NW of GC - a spectacular landscape of eroded volcanic peaks with deep ravines and pinnacle rocks. Anyone visiting GC would try to include a visit simply for its scenic/natural values. But, in addition, it contains a good selection of Guanche remains. I quote from a Visitor Centre notice board – "The Cultural Landscape of Risco Caido and the Sacred Mountains is a vestige of the indigenous society that continues to exist in a well preserved natural environment. The entire protected area is part of the Gran Canaria Biosphere reserve and accounts for about a third of the same. The main heritage landmarks within this cultural landscape are the archaeological sites of the ancient Amazigh societies of the islands, especially those linked to the archaeo-astronomy and fertility rituals of their symbolic and ritual world. There are 4 main archaeological complexes in this privileged location"
Note the reference to "Archaeo-astronomy". This is becoming something of a Spanish "speciality" (see my review of Antequera!) but, in this case, Spain has also tapped in to the "Dark-sky movement" with GC already majoring on its merits as a tourist destination in this respect. It thus claims that the sky is as much a part of the "landscape" as the ground and the sea such that its "natural" clear state should be preserved and then neatly links this to the nominated CL on the basis that the Guanche used the stars in positioning their structures and in their rituals!
GC isn't very large and one might think that it would be possible to visit all/most of the 4 locations reasonably quickly. Roads, however, are very twisty and slow (but well engineered) and it takes both a fair time to reach the area and to travel around/walk to the precise sites. Our GPS consistently under-estimated driving times - e.g the 43kms from Sta Cruz to the village of Tejeda at the "centre" of the Caldera (not included in the nomination) took 75 minutes to drive! We only had 7 hours in all and eventually only fitted in 1 of the 4 complexes plus a couple of other sites. To a greater or lesser extent, all of them contain similar "typical" remains of man-made troglodyte caves, ritual sites, burial chambers, granaries, and carvings/paintings. The excavated remains of pottery, carved figures, "mummies" and tools etc will need to be seen in musea or visitor centres (The "Mummies" in the Tenerife museum are regarded as "World significant" by aficionados of such matters - so that also extended our "Mummies of the World" tick list!!).
My understanding of the 4 "complexes" referred to within the single "location" is as follows -
Risco Caido – Barranco Hondo. This contains perhaps the most famous of the archaeo-astronomical sites - the "Sanctuary" is a cave (photos) with a man-made oculus through which sunlight shines at specific times. This is now only available to visit with prior booking for limited spaces. The Nomination file states "An application must be filed on line to gain access……Only 36 visits were organised in 2016, with 432 visitors as part of a site conservation plan". Here is a link which explains and initiates the process. It only operates on certain dates from May - Sept, 10 persons max but is FREE - read "Condiciones de la Visita" for full requirements, waiting list procedures, prior registration, documentation required etc etc! A visitor centre has been/is being built nearby in Artenara, apparently with a replica "sanctuary", but wasn't yet open in Jan 2019.
Acusa. An area of several groups of "Cave houses" ("home to one of the largest and most spectacular troglodyte enclaves" Nom File page 95 etc) around this point 28.007353, -15.679077 . Some caves are still in use (e.g as agro-tourist B+Bs) and I don't know to what extent the more interesting are freely open.
Risco Chapin. "the site chosen for excavating an exceptional group of highly symbolic and ceremonial caves that are clearly in alignment with Roque Bentayga" (Nom file page 92 etc). Cuevas Candiles and Caballero contain significant examples of rock art – but again I don't know how accessible they are. Google Maps shows a road to the area of the former at 28.017793, -15.633465
Bentayga. We concentrated our efforts on this "complex". Its focal point is the "Roque Bentayga" – a fortress/troglodyte settlement where one of the last battles between Guanches and Spaniards took place. This is situated within a gated area designated an "Archaeological Park". A road goes to an Interpretation Centre at 27.989589, -15.638337 . Entry is free but it is closed on Mondays (including, I think, the path up). The info centre is interesting if not fantastic. It shows a video which I suspect was produced for the nomination and its information boards were clearly set up utilising the UNESCO title and Nomination file quotations. The guide on duty had no information about any issues which might have emerged from the ICOMOS visit. One can climb a fair way up the rock (the notice board says 1hr but 40 minutes with plenty of viewing time was easy even for this 76 year old) past the fortress wall and various caves to the "Almogaren". This is a rock carved area with a platform, steps, circular grooves and runnels, which is thought to have been an "astronomical marker and ritual space" (Nom file) - see site photo above. It has magnificent views including of a nearby second rock monolith - the "Roque Nublo". Unfortunately we ran out of time in order to get back to Las Palmas for our flight and had to miss the "Cuevas del Rey" – the largest of the island's caves with paintings and carvings and situated just 3.5kms West of Bentayga at 27.992914, -15.654362
Even though it isn't one of the 4 "settlement" areas, we visited Roque Nublo both for its views and because it is included within the nominated area for its "current and historic symbolism" (It does apparently have examples of carvings but we didn't see them). On our Saturday visit the hiking trail was very busy and the Nomination file identifies it as the most "pressurised" area for tourism. My photo of the caldera is from a viewpoint outside the inscribed area but showing the "Roque Bentayga (Right) and "Roque Nublo" (left). We also visited GC's highest point at nearby Pico de las Nieves where, if you are lucky with the weather, there is another magnificent panorama looking down onto Roque Nublo and across to Mt Teide (we were - though, within an hour it had completely clouded over). It is outside the nominated area but figures in the Roque Bentayga description thus "A final important astronomical connection of the almogarén concerns window V (certainly artificial). This clear artificial notch frames Pico de las Nieves, the highest peak of Gran Canaria where Sirius rises today"
We don't feel that we "bottomed" this nominated WHS. It will surely gain inscription at some time and, even if it doesn't, maybe we will return to GC when we get "really" old and do so!! In particular, we missed all of the more famous named caves. Ok, that at Risco Caido is closed, but the replica sounds worth seeing, and missing the "Cuevas del Rey" was a blow - but flights won't wait!! If we went again I would stay in one of the Caldera villages (or even a troglodyte house!) for a couple of days. Tejeda has been badged as one of "los pueblos más bonitos de España" ….. and then there's still the rest of the island!
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on Tuesday reported its expectation to streamline existing the administrative prerequisites for banks looking to lead or put resources into passable non-budgetary organizations.
Singapore to allow banks to enter non-financial e-commerce
In particular, modifications will be made to the counter blending system which was acquainted in 2001 with a guarantee that banks stayed concentrated on their center organizations and capabilities.
In an official statement on Tuesday- MAS says its proposed measures will give banks greater adaptability to serve the necessities of their clients while guaranteeing they remain to concentrate on their center money related organizations, given how the saving money scene has developed impressively since the counter mixing together structure's foundation.
The structure will be refined in two angles.
MAS initially means to bring down the obstructions for banks to director put resources into non-monetary organizations that are connected or corresponding to their center money related organizations.
Banks will never again need to look for earlier administrative endorsement before directing or procuring significant value stakes inadmissible non-money related organizations. Rather, they are just required to advise MAS before doing as such.
The controller will be that as it may, keep on requiring banks to set up fitting danger administration and administration courses of action to manage the dangers emerging from these organizations.
Also, banks will be permitted to occupied with the operation of advanced stages that match purchasers and dealers of customer products or administrations and additionally the online offer of such merchandise or administrations, given that the exercises are connected or integral to their center budgetary organizations.
This perceives online buys of products and enterprises and the utilization of e-installment administrations are winding up noticeably progressively incorporated, says MAS, who trusts the modification will empower banks to widen their capacity to give a full suite of administrations to their retail clients.
Banks will, in any case, need to look for case-by-case endorsement past advanced stages – as they ought not to be taking part in the offer of shopper merchandise or administrations as a business in its own particular right – and furthermore keep on prohibiting from entering certain organizations, for example, property improvement and the arrangement of inn and resort offices.
The National Bank of Singapore says it will counsel on the operational subtle elements of the proposed arrangement changes by end-Sept this year.
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Unusual Embroidered Paper from Indiacomments (3) August 9th, 2008
Whenever a project calls for something extraordinary, I usually head off to the paper department of my local art supply emporium to scout for ideas. Recently I happened upon a most unusual offering; a line of embroidered papers produced in India. The pictures above offer a detailed view of the paper as well as giving a sense of its scale. The sheets are 22" x 30" and come in two different patterns and a variety of paper hues (white, cream, yellow, tan, and green -- green pictured). But, the unexpected does not come cheap. Expect to pay between $6-$10 a sheet. Still, to line a hope chest, make a pretty book jacket cover, or create some fancy placemats for a bridal shower, I can't imagine a better material to work (play!) with.
Available at New York Central Art Supply (in the Paper Department on the second floor), 62 Third Avenue (@ 11th Street), New York NY 10003, 212-473-7705,
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25 FREE Things to Do on Cape Cod (and 10 Things Under $10!)
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With the summer travel season upon us, I came across this great list on Boston.com "25 Free Things to Do on Cape Cod"! I grew up camping on the Cape every summer with my parents and now I return every summer to vacation with my own family! We have done almost everything thing on their list, but there were a few places recommended that we'll have to try this summer while we are there again!
Which are our favorite FREE activities?
- Cape Cod Baseball League Games: Grab your beach chairs and blankets and take in a fun night at the ball game. Kids can sit right behind the dugout or home plate and cheer on the future stars of baseball. Many baseball superstars have started out in this league like Jacoby Ellsbury, Nomar Garciaparra, Mark Texeira, Carlos Pena, Joe Girardi, and hundreds more!
- Cape Cod Chips Factory Tour: This is definitely a small factory (it's just one big room), but my son had a fun time peeking in the windows to watch the potato chips being made. The tour is about 15 minutes – if you walk really slowly. The best part is the free sample bag of chips to enjoy at the end of the tour. Visit the store to find a huge selection of chip flavors that you can't find in the grocery store. If it's a rainy day, check out the nearby Cape Cod Beer Tour too!
- Cape Cod Rail Trail: No vacation is complete without a ride on the 22 mile Cape Cod Rail Trail. The trail is (mostly) flat and paved and easy for even a novice rider to enjoy. There are plenty of places to rent bikes if you need one and lots of free parking to get on and off at various points on the trail.
- Walk Harborside Commercial Street: One day of our vacation is always spent visiting Provincetown. It is so much fun to walk up and down Commercial Street, popping in and out of the shops, enjoying a delicious meal, and indulging in yummy sweet treats while sitting on the soft sand admiring the ocean. While in Provincetown, be sure to check out the Province Lands Visitor Center for interactive displays and 360 views of the Race Point Ranger Station, Race Point Beach, the Old Harbor Life-Saving Station and the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown.
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25 Free Things to Do on Cape Cod
I was inspired by Boston.com's suggestions, so I decided to add my own for 10 Things Under $10 on the Cape!
1. Kids on the Cape
These books are great! You can find them in almost any store and tourist attraction throughout the Cape. They publish weekly calendars of fun and free events for the kids including story times, puppet shows, magicians, family concerts, and more. Best of all there are coupons and deals throughout the book – most of which you just need to cut out and bring with you! Definitely grab a few books and keep one in your car for spur-of-the-moment stops too!
photo credit: Amanda Agoes Photography
2. Visit a Museum
Free parking and small admission fees gets you an afternoon of fun! We had a lot of rainy days a few years ago and found some great places to visit.
Cape Cod Maritime Museum
Chatham Marconi Maritime Center
Chatham Railroad Museum
photo credit: Amanda Agoes Photography
3. Learn About Cape Cod
Visit the free Visitor Centers and learn about the ecosystems, animals, and history of Cape Cod. View artifacts, interactive displays, and educational films. Speak with Rangers and local experts to get all your Cape Cod questions answered! Kids can participate in museum scavenger hunts and quizzes.
At the Province Lands Visitor Center, enjoy 360 views of the Race Point Ranger Station, Race Point Beach, the Old Harbor Life-Saving Station and the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown.
Salt Pond Visitor Center: http://www.nps.gov/caco/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm
Cape Cod National Seashore Province Lands Visitor Center: http://www.nps.gov/caco/parknews/province-lands-visitor-center-to-open-may-1.htm
photo credit: Amanda Agoes Photography
4. Feed the Fish
Drop in to the Sandwich Hatchery and be sure to bring lots of quarters and a paper cup! It's a little tricky to find this hidden location along Route 6A. Just park and walk over to the huge tanks in the ground holding hundreds of large fish. Fill up your cups with fish food (hence the quarters) and throw a handful in! The fish will jump and splash like crazy to get the food. It is lots of fun for the kids to watch and the fish never seem to get full either! The public can visit everyday from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
photo credit: Amanda Agoes Photography
5. Green Briar Nature Center and Jam Kitchen
Enjoy a peaceful afternoon exploring the Green Briar Nature Center. Visit the rabbits, watch the honey bee hive (can you find the Queen?), identify the beautiful flowers in the gardens, spy on the swans, look for frogs in the pond, check out the cranberry bog, and hike the wooded trails! Don't forget to visit the gift shop and sample some of their delicious jams and jellies! Admission is by donation.
photo credit: Amanda Agoes Photography
6. Fun & Games
Take a break from the heat! Ride a carousel or play some arcade games. Fun for the whole family!
Cape Cod Gift Barn
Ryan Family Amusements (Arcade + Bowling)
Wackenhammer's Clockwork Arcade
7. Find a Bargain
Who doesn't love the thrill of finding a great bargain?
Visit the Wellfleet Flea Market (located at the Drive-In Theater) to browse up to 200 vendors selling "new items, Cape Cod memorabilia, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, t-shirts and clothing, household goods, and much more." Admission costs $1 – $3 per carload. http://www.wellfleetcinemas.com/flea-market
The Sandwich Bazaar (formerly The Sandwich Flea Market). "You never know what you might find at The Sandwich Bazaar!!" … http://www.thesandwichbazaar.com
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9. Free Fun Fridays from Highland Street Foundation
Free Fun Fridays are back for the 6th year! These events, sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation, provide FREE admission to 66 selected venues each Friday during the summer. *Parking/transportation fees may be additional. Event hours take place during selected venue hours. Be sure to go early, these are very popular events!! Check the link below to find out which venues are free each Friday.
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9. Hyannis Kennedy Legacy Trail (and Free Trolley Rides!)
Visit 10 historical sites to learn about Hyannis and our 35th President, John F. Kennedy. "The walking tour is 1.6 miles in one direction, and takes approximately 1 1/2 hours to complete. It will take an additional 35 minutes to walk back to the start of the trail. During the peak summer season, a free trolley can be taken to make the return trip."
Take a free trolley ride around Hyannis Harbor. Visit their website for more information: http://www.capecodtransit.org/hyannis-trolley.htm
photo credit: Joe Hastings
10. Campfire on the Beach
There is something magical about having a campfire on the beach to end a perfect summer day. Free permits are available for fires at six swimming beaches. Permits must be reserved in-person or by phone. There is limited availability!


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There is a coat check available in our lower lobby.
Washrooms are located on the balcony level and the lower level. All washrooms have accessible stalls and change tables.
Cell Phones
Please remember to turn off your cell phone when entering the auditorium. Not only does a ringing/chiming phone disturb everyone, but the backlight of a device's screen is equally distracting to those around you.
For the vast majority of performances, the use of any recording equipment (cameras, video cameras and audio recording devices including cellular phone and tablets) is prohibited.
Please listen for pre-show announcements or, if in doubt, ask an usher. In cases where limited use of personal cameras is allowed, please be considerate of those around you.
Flashes are ineffective in the auditorium and must always be turned off. Please remember that the constant use of any device is a distraction to those seated around you, and you will be asked to put the device away if you are causing a disturbance.
The quality of your recording can never match the experience of enjoying a live performance, so sit back and enjoy the show.
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In addition to being ineffective in the auditorium, flashes are dangerously distracting for performers – especially dancers. Anyone taking flash photographs will be asked to leave the auditorium.
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Where is my Seat?
We have added seat number ranges to the walls above the doors to the auditorium to help you determine which side to enter. Once inside, one of our friendly, trained volunteer ushers would be happy to show you to your seat.
To ensure an enjoyable experience for all, latecomers will not be admitted until there is a suitable break in the performance and will be seated where it will not interfere with other patrons' enjoyment of the show.


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Diabetes doesn't have to dim your sex life. Here's how to recapture your confidence, reconnect with your partner and reignite your passion.
Does your sexual desire leave, well, something to be desired? Diabetes can cause a number of sexual difficulties for men and women, including low libido, decreased vaginal lubrication, painful intercourse, inability to orgasm and lack of endurance, not to mention the psychological factors (stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem) that can make it difficult to feel sexy or connect deeply with your partner.
Indeed, women who receive insulin are twice as likely to report sexual dissatisfaction and difficulty achieving orgasm compared with women without the condition, according to research in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology. And there's a strong link between diabetes and erectile dysfunction (ED) in men as a result of nerve damage in sexual organs.
The good news: Diabetes doesn't have to stand between you and a satisfying sex life. You can learn to recapture your confidence, reconnect with your partner and reignite your passion. Here's how.
Open up to your healthcare team
Intimacy may be the last thing on your mind while visiting your endocrinologist or diabetes educator, but don't be bashful about mentioning your sexual difficulties. Spark the conversation by asking, "Is it common for diabetes to interfere with a person's sex life?"
Sexual dysfunction may be a significant marker for heart disease among men with longstanding type 1 diabetes—it may be even more indicative than high blood pressure and high cholesterol, say researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston. Work with your healthcare team to pinpoint what, specifically, is standing in your way—loss of libido, ED, low self-esteem—and how to better manage your condition to reduce these obstacles.
Set aside spouse-only time
When was the last time you and your partner spent some quality time together—without television, cell phones, the Internet or the kids? You don't have to plan an elaborate getaway or dine at an expensive restaurant. Take a morning walk, or stargaze on a blanket in the backyard. Just find some time to talk, hold hands and reconnect without the interruptions of daily life.
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Former Atlanta Brave John Smoltz Puts Mansion on Market
Posted by Haley Dalton — January 30, 2012
ATLANTA, GA – Retired Atlanta Braves pitcher, John Smoltz has listed his $7.2 million mansion with Harry Norman, Realtors sales team, Alex McGraw and Associates.
The ten-bedroom, twelve-bathroom estate sits on about 20 acres of land in the Greystone community of Milton, Georgia. The property has tennis and basketball courts, baseball and football fields, a jogging trail, 18-hole golf course and a stocked fishing pond.
Interior highlights include the two-story foyer with floating staircase, Travertine tile floors and domed ceiling with chandelier. The lower level features recreation and fitness rooms, several bar areas and a theater with concession. Upper level provides a four en-suite bedrooms and a long-term guest suite.
Click here to view the listing and pictures of the estate.
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Skip to comments.The Iran attack head fake
Posted on 06/21/2019 4:49:47 PM PDT by Kaslin
The somewhat disturbing news from last night involved Iran once again. Yesterday I was pondering what our response would be to Iran shooting down one of our drones. Surely some sort of meaningful action was called for, but what form would it take? Now we may (or may not) have found out what was on the agenda before allegedly being rejected at the last minute. Assuming the reporting of the New York Times can be taken at face value (a big assumption, which I'll get to in a moment), we were set for air strikes against Iran until the President changed his mind at the last minute and canceled them. (NY Post)
President Trump reportedly gave the order to bomb Iran on Thursday night in response to its unprovoked downing of a US drone even going so far as to put planes in the air and ships in position to strike before eventually changing his mind, officials say.
The retaliation mission was ordered up earlier in the day, according to the New York Times, and was still in the progress of being carried out as of 7 p.m., the newspaper reports.
Multiple senior officials, speaking under the condition of anonymity, said the president was prepared to attack a number of Iranian targets, including radar and missile batteries. However, he eventually gave the word to stand down with sources telling the Times that he chose to pull the US military forces he had positioned in the region back, though its unclear why.
There are two ways to read this news. One is to take the report at face value, in which case it's highly disturbing. If "multiple senior officials" are leaking news like this, it comes off as some serious deep state antics aimed at undermining the President by making him seem erratic or indecisive. And that's the sort of catnip that the New York Times could never resist. But it's the sort of leak that exposes our hand to Iran when we're perched on the precipice of military action against a formidable opponent. That sort of leaking (along with the willingness to report on it immediately) is unconscionable.
But there's one other possibility that I wouldn't rule out entirely. This leak may have been orchestrated by the White House. Why? Because the target audience isn't the Democrats or the Republicans in the United States. The message was for Tehran. Not only have they shot down one of our drones, but they're stonewalling us on a more acceptable nuclear deal. If this was a designed leak, it's a reminder to the Iranian regime that they aren't dealing with Barack Obama anymore. Trump isn't going to respond to their provocations with a strongly worded letter.
Trump demonstrated his willingness to pull the trigger early in his administration with the strikes on Syria. It's a message saying that he actually is erratic and unpredictable (or at least wants to be viewed that way). His unhappiness with Iran's government could result in some bunker busters raining down on their radar installations, secret nuclear facilities and possibly Mehrabad International Airport for all we know. But this time they lucked out… for now. And the Iranians are left to stew in their own juices for a little while, wondering if the bombs are about to start falling and if just possibly they shouldn't be working on being less aggressive and more accommodating before it's too late.
We won't know for sure unless the President decides to tell us, but I'd certainly rather think that was the underlying reality. The alternative is that multiple people were engaging in something that borders on treason, having revealed sensitive military planning details to our adversaries virtually in real time.
With a message to the Iranians on the side.
History has shown that Trump was wise not to draw first blood.
"changed his mind", media and others trying to make Trump appear indecisive.
Exactly what I thought. Smoking more people out both here and in Iran.
But its the sort of leak that exposes our hand to Iran when were perched on the precipice of military action against a formidable opponent. That sort of leaking (along with the willingness to report on it immediately) is unconscionable.
Iran a formidable opponent? The neocons are spoiling for a needless fight over a drone. The American left is a greater threat to America than an Iran whose military has not had significant combat experience since the Iran-Iraq war of the late 1970's, and whose population needs to be subdued against it's current government. Let other governments protect their own shipping.
I've been wondering how much of the information that came out in the last 24 hours was to determine who may be internally leaking things from the Trump White House.
The head fake could also have been to gather intelligence on how Iran reacts in the face of an imminent threat.
Did you catch this?
After yesterday's meeting with POTUS, and the parking lot happy dance, Pelosi had a meeting with her members regarding the Iran Project, including ...
Amb. Wendy Sherman, who helped negotiated the Iran Deal
Amb. William Luers, head of the Iran Project
and ...
The head fake could also have been to gather intelligence on how Iran reacts in the face of an imminent threat.
And exactly whom the Valerie Jarrett / Obama sleepers they had inserted and/or promoted in the military, intelligence agencies and State Department communicated with once they got the word on the heavily classified decision to attack and the details of the planned attack. I dont mean this post to be sarcasm.
PeLOUSY met with Al-Brennan, after the Iran briefing??
Seriously. WTF?
Paging Pompeo.
Youre needed to investigate PeeLousy and Traitors, STAT!!
I don't think Trump is going to allow himself to be fooled in taking action like he did in his first year. He knows he was deceived by the CIA.
Could also mean it's coming on Saturday.
Correct. The USA is being played by Saudi Arabia AGAIN. No more Americans to die or usa tax dollars going to fight for the Saudis
He handled it masterfully.
Don't know for sure but just for arguments sake,those that think that America's President does not have the stomach for unleashing America's military might be right,OR they could be terribly wrong,he just might be asking,well punk,do you feel lucky? Or Go Ahead,make my day!
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Anyway, you aren't here to hear about my random mutterings. No, you are here to read about the new upcoming movie animated movie from Japan, After School Midnighters! So lets get right down to it after the jump. :P
After School Midnights tells the story of three children who run afoul of a sentient human anatomy model in a newly built school. The model then proceeds to "kidnap" the children in the middle of the night to extract his "vengeance"... with hilarious results.
We were fortunate and privileged enough that the director of the movie, Hitoshi Takekiyo, found the time in his busy schedule to fly all the way over here to Singapore for the preview. I never would have expected to be able to meet Takekiyo-san when I first got the email invitation from the nice people over at AFA. It is a great honor, really.
Before the screening, there was an interview with Takekiyo-san about the movie, during which he gave some tidbits about how the movie was created and showed some bloopers. As you might expect from a comedy movie, there were lots of funny things that took place behind the scenes.
The first thing that you notice about After School Midnighters is the animation. Takekiyo-san has revealed to us that the movie was filmed almost in it entirety using motion capture, and it shows. The movements of the principle characters are fluid and life-like, beautifully so. If you remember, they also used motion capture to bring Gollum from the Lord of The Rings to life, so its is actually a great way to do realistic CGs. Facial expressions are done frame by frame with software, of course.
One thing to note, however. While being pretty enough to look at, the animation falls behind the works of ufotable or Kyoto Animations. But considering that this is actually a small studio, it is acceptable. In fact, it is because that it is a small studio with barely a name behind it that we can appreciate the works that Takekiyo-san has produced.
The movie packs quite an impressive cast. There's Haruka Tomatsu (Sword Art Online), Minako Kotobuki ( K-ON!) and Kouichi Yamadera, among others. Sound is good too, and always suits the current scene.
Essentially, the story itself is pretty simple. Takekiyo-san himself said that there wasn't any deep hidden meaning behind the story, and that is true. After School Midnighters is a call back to one of those traditional comedy movies, where you can go laugh and forget about everything. There really is nothing to think about - just let the laughs come naturally.
For someone who loves a good story like me, it is a weakness in my book, through....
All in all, After School Midnighters is a enjoyable, fun-filled movie. If you have an hour or two to spare and want something to brighten your day, do consider giving it a try, only at Golden Village Cinemas. The movie opens to the public this Saturday, the 25th of August.
|That is not to say that...
|....I didn't have fun, through. It was fun.
And lots of it. :P
Animation: 3.5
Sound: 4
Story: 3
Total: 3 / 5 Stars.
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Y Strainer
A Y type strainer is installed in flowing medium systems and is designed to removed suspended objects from the flowing medium; the medium is usually a fluid, vapour or gas.
The medium flows into the strainer casing through the suction port, it then travels through a perforated cylinder and is discharged through the discharge port. The perforated cylinder is the strainer. Suspended object in the medium that are too large to fit through the perforations (holes/gaps) are retained in the strainer and often accumulate in the strainer pocket/base. The size of the suspended particles being removed from the medium depends upon the size of the strainer perforations.
The removal of objects from a system allows the system to remain in a constant condition e.g. no detrimental effects to downstream apparatus. Failure to remove objects from a system can lead to common problems such as pump damage, or, a reduction in the heat transfer rate of heat exchangers etc. (there are many other examples!).
Construction materials vary depending upon the system served. Systems with corrosive fluids e.g. seawater, will typically have bronze strainer casing's and stainless steel strainer's. Systems with reactive or extremely corrosive fluids may use polymer based materials e.g. PVC. Strainer construction materials should be chosen carefully as the wrong choice will often cause the strainer to fail (either suddenly, or, progressively over time).
A Y strainer constructed for a high temperature, high pressure, steam system, can be constructed from suitable alloys such as chrome molybdenum steel.
Y Strainer Applications
Applications are numerous due to the strainers simple design and easy maintainability. The strainer can also normally be repaired locally without requiring expensive equipment or advanced technical 'know-how'. Spares (partial or entire) are normally readily available and cheap.
There are three main types of Y strainer, these are coarse, medium and fine. Y strainer's are generally used for medium or fine filtering. Y strainers do not have the same filtering capacity as basket strainers and often require more frequent cleaning.
Y strainer's can be used at pressures in excess of 400 bar(g) although there are some limitations for steam systems due to the temperature. It is not uncommon for a blow-down valve to be installed, this allows the Y strainer to be cleaned with steam in a similar manner to a basket strainer being blown-down with compressed air.
A Y strainer can be installed at any orientation, but this does not mean it is installed correctly. For gas or steam systems, Y strainers should be installed horizontally to prevent water accumulating within the strainer pocket. For liquid systems, the pocket should always point downwards as this will ensure trapped materials gather in the bottom of the strainer pocket and do not block the suction and discharge ports. It is possible to install the strainer vertically, but it is only installed correctly if the flow is in the downwards direction and the strainer is mounted with the pocket downwards.
What is the difference between a strainer and a filter?
The two terms are often used intermittently although technically a filter refers to a disposable object which when cleaned is not restored to its original state. A strainer is disposable but can be cleaned in order to restore it to its original condition (and is thus not disposed of!).


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Beautiful skin
We seldom think that the foods we consume affect our physical appearance. Cosmetologists and nutritionists tirelessly assert that wrong nutrition adversely influences the condition of our skin. If your skin becomes red or scaly, pay attention to what you eat.
Improper nutrition can cause acne. The reason may hide in the excessive consumption of foods with a large amount of starch (potatoes), salt, sugar and fat. In addition, overuse of strong tea, coffee, pickles and smoked foods can also lead to such an unpleasant problem.
Don't panic. Try to eliminate such foods from your ration which contribute to activation of the sebaceous glands, as well as violate the insulin exchange. These are products that contain preservatives, carbonated beverages, acute, salted and smoked products, sweet yogurt in large quantities, surrogate chocolate, as well as other sweet goodies. It is recommended to eat whole wheat bread (in moderate quantities), pasta from hard wheat semolina. It is definitely needed to include into your menu: berries, fruits, vegetables, fish and porridges from the whole-grain cereals, and don't forget to drink plenty of fluids (up to 2 liters per day).
The lack of fats in the organism can lead to flaking of skin. Perhaps, if you wanted to lose weight, you have overdone with the excluding fat. Remember, consuming less than 20 grams of fat a day, you don't saturate the body with vitamin A. Lack of this vitamin causes premature aging – skin becomes too dry and starts to peel off. If you are on a diet, don't worry. Olive oil is not harmful for the figure. You can safely use it and sprinkle vegetables for example. In addition, it can be added into different salads. Nuts, avocado and olives also positive affect your skin without damaging the waist.
A noticeable reddening of the skin may indicate the excessive use hot spices or alcoholic beverages, fatty and smoked meat. Their action dilates the blood vessels and the face strongly reddens. Analyze your ration and eliminate or reduce the amount of the consumed curry, wasabi and other hot spices. The same applies to wine.
Premature wrinkles indicate the inflammatory processes, leading to clogging of the skin pores and consequently the appearance of inflammation in the form of acne. You can avoid this and include fish into the daily ration (tuna, salmon, mackerel) – a source of omega-3 acids. In addition, walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and flax seed oil will also be useful in this case.


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No.18 #MindsCore Julianna
Julianna was created during the Satanist ritualistic abuse period. She bore the memories and the physical scars for all she was put through. Her body is twisted and painful to look at and she cannot walk very upright! She is forced to drink blood during her being tied down. She is there when she has to be tied down by these men in dark. Her terror is extreme and she endures so very much.
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In our PC's we have powerfull gpus and CPU's today. One thing often ignored is Audio. Yes that realtek chip support multichannel, spdif, but sounds noisy and weak. As gamer you also suffer under audio-lags caused by bad drivers and hardware-implementation.
First I looked for pci-express cards. The affordable and audiophile customer cards from Asus would be a nice choice but are windows only.
Left over was an Firewire or USB Audiointerface ? – a matter of opinion in this days.
My choice was the Echo Audiofire 4, which I bought used at ebay and a PCIe Ti Firewire400 card:
+ good sound quality
+ stable and updated drivers for Mac and Windows even for Linux
+ nice aluminum mac-like design
+ 3,5mm mini-jack Headphone
– headphone can only be outed to one channel pair


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Chapter 15 – Sneak Attack
The men tumbled to the ground, unable to keep their footing, and dropped their weapons so that they could cover their ears with both their hands. However, they had crashed into the wall after being splendidly blown away, so surely there was a large amount of damage to their ears.
"GAAH!? Why the hell are those bastards coming from behind us!?"
The archer yelled that out hysterically while grimacing from the sharp pain in his ears.
Well…that line confirmed their guilt.
"Hey! What was that sound just now!?"
"Damn it, it's that brat! Kill them!"
Soon, after thinking that it had become noisy, a torchlight shined from beyond the passageway. A torch, huh? If the person that could use magic had to be over there for that pincer attack to work, then the guys over here had to have ensured another method to see, other than their night vision. Speaking of relying on tools, in other words, it was saying that their fatal weakness would be exposed.
"Flame Absorb."
Rank 3 Darkness Magic. A thin, radiant orb of dark violet was emitted towards the opposite end of the passageway. It was a counter-spell for flames. The flame sustained by the torch was absorbed by the darkness orb.
It was akin to suddenly blindfolding those guys. Of course, they could neither use their martial arts nor could they counterattack. Grace and Rossetta charged at them.
Grace's movements were simple; there was no waste in her actions.
Using only the momentum from rushing forward with her small frame, she grasped the man's throat, who tumbled to the ground as she broke both of his legs with a slash from her arm, and knocked him into the wall, as if she was disposing of a piece of trash.
Looking at her, it was as if she had only given him a pat. Just because she didn't use her axe, it didn't mean that she was being lenient. She probably loathed needlessly spilling human blood.
As for Rossetta, she was fighting quite elegantly.
She knocked down the opponent who had run at her at the beginning, and just as she was about to completely seal his movements with a trample, she lightly struck the confused man's chest with her fingertips and easily activated her magic.
"Rotten Blood."
It was a support spell derived from the water detoxification spell, Clear Blood. It produced a toxin within the target's bloodstream.
Although I didn't know what it felt like to be on the receiving end of Rotten Blood, the man raised a muffled complaint, clutched his chest and collapsed to his knees. Before he fell down, Rossetta stepped on his head. I didn't know if he was hovering between life or death, but for now, his movements were restricted.
"Damn it! How the hell did it end up like this-"
Caught up in the extreme confusion, the man wasn't allowed to finish the rest of his sentence. Grace kicked his chest and sent him flying parallel to the ground. The large man's body collided with the wall.
"G-Go burn in hell-!"
The magician tried to wield his Staff and cast a Fireball.
"Too late."
The body of the Magician was pierced through by the spear of lightning that came from the expanded magic circle at my fingertips.
A spark of bright green light flashed in the labyrinth passage and was accompanied by the sound of something bursting open.
It was a Rank 4 Lightning Magic, Electro Lance. If your opponents were human, this spell had the power to kill them. Although Magicians had quite a high resistance, they would still fall down after receiving a single attack and become unable to move.
Not all Magicians felt the need to hide their cards up their sleeves, like using chantless magic or magic circles, so it was impossible to predict if capturing them would be easy. You could even go so far as to say that there was a possibility of them using magic after being incapacitated, depending on the condition of their body and if they were still conscious. There was certainly a need to bury them. Although I had a spell up my sleeve that could put them to sleep, it was unreliable. If one of them understood that type of magic, it would be possible for them to resist, depending on the strength of their mind.
Rossetta's healing magic was a different kind of magic. Since it affected the body, direct contact was necessary, and it was a powerful interference ability that ignored resistances.
"Y-You're joking…right?…It was done…instantaneously?"
The defeated archer's voice leaked out. It was possible that he had received damage to his eardrums, and although I was uncertain of his pronunciation, I was able to catch his words.
"Light Bind."
When the archer was restrained, the battle ended underwhelmingly. There wasn't anyone who could stand up and come at us. I wasn't concerned as to whether those guys were dead or alive. After all, it was all the same if they surrendered.
In order to confirm whether or not the restrained archer had allies outside the labyrinth, I decided it was necessary to revive one of them, two at most.
As to how their allies suffered while under the effects of the night vision, I had thoroughly seen through them. I'll take the opportunity to express my thanks for what they did to us when we get outside. The guys who would vainly meddle in our business will decrease and people pulling off similar tricks will quiet down as well.
"Y-You're wrong! We are just-"
The man rolling on the floor screamed out an excuse.
I wondered what I should say. There wasn't anything wrong with arranging preparations with just this.
For these guys to be so frantic meant that a number of the criminals within the large labyrinth couldn't avoid capital punishment. Since interrogations were conducted with the use of lie detecting magic, they couldn't talk their way out of their crimes.
When I stared down at them silently, the man who had looked at me didn't know where to direct his sight. When they finally got serious, they glared in our direction.
"Th-That's right! We didn't have any plans to kill you! You guys aren't injured, so isn't it fine to ignore us!?"
"…I won't say it twice. Stop talking."
When I said that while a magic circle floated above my palm, the man finally went silent. Now that they were at my mercy, they were pretending to be weak, since their attempt at thievery had failed. The fact that they targeted new people and begged for their lives was fine, but they were completely unpleasant individuals.
Was their goal money or pleasure? Was their method intimidation or murder? These things had no relation to us at all.
As for what those guys were planning to do, they could have only chosen one or two paths at most, considering the time they chose to launch their sneak attack.
Would we resist and have casualties? Would we be deprived of our possessions without putting up any resistance?
Speaking of choices, being lenient and overlooking them wasn't an option. It wouldn't be good to allow them to cause more harm, seek revenge and the like.
For example, it wouldn't be strange for new people, not like us, but honest Adventurers like Forest Bird, to fall prey to these guys.
That was why I was personally insincere towards all of the Adventurers who were did things like dirty their hands and were even harmful to me.
These actions in themselves, where one had to obliterate others, were miserable and unpleasant.
"Rossetta-san, I'll give you a Dimension Stone. Can you call people to come over for us?"
Perhaps it was much too convenient to have the influential woman go to the stele and call for people.
There was a mountain of adventurers that could transfer to the third floor, but there weren't any issues with leaving if you didn't have a Dimension Stone, since there were stairs leading out. There might be a chance for the Guild personnel to come here directly.
"…You'll be fine, right?"
Although Rossetta gazed in my direction for a while, she ran towards the stele.
Such a thing…seriously. It's fine not to worry about me.
"Yeah, that's enough."
After we had returned from the third floor stairwell, we were called to one of the Guild rooms and interviewed by the receptionist woman. If I had to say it, it seemed that she was quite sympathetic towards us. After she had asked several questions to confirm the situation, she released us with a pitying expression.
Although I had thought that it would take more time, it was unexpectedly straightforward.
Was it because of Rossetta's influence, or because she was our representative for the magic examination?
"Those guys are a group that calls itself 'Snakebite'."
"There have been a lot of disputes with those guys, since their behaviour has been quite bad."
"…Is that so."
For her to be so sympathetic towards us, did that mean this kind of behavior was normal for those guys?
"Since we were able to confirm the facts clearly, I think we should discuss the reward money."
Reward money, huh? I wasn't trying to earn any, though.
Grace and Rossetta were seen off by the receptionist lady and returned from the Guild's room.
Then, Rossetta let out a deep breath and smiled as if her feelings had changed.
"Good work you two."
"Rossetta-san as well."
"Yeah. Well then, Theodore-kun, what will you do from here on?"
Was she referring to whether I would enter the labyrinth again?
"…I'll head back obediently, as expected."
"There's that option as well. I'll head back too."
"Shall I send you off with a carriage?"
"It doesn't matter. I feel like walking by myself for a bit."
Rossetta shook her head when I tried to offer to send her off.
"It's fine to be in the mood for anything while you do this. I'll be happy if you make an appearance again. You can consult with me for anything if you ever have troubles, or if there is something you're worried about."
I realized that I was treated well after handling this event.
Rossetta might have regrets regarding Mom as well. She left the Guild with a smile after I gave her a nod.
In the end, she looked over her shoulder at the exit and said,
"Ah, that's right. Those guys had a black dimension stone on them, for some reason."
"…Black? What's that?"
…It was an item that didn't exist in BFO.
"Even I don't know what this is. It's the first time the Guild personnel have seen this item, and it seems like they're currently examining it to figure out how it's used. They might let you know the details, depending on what they discover while you're out and about."
Although they were suppressed all at once…It might have been annoying if this item was used. The risk might have been high if it was an item like a Teleportation Trap.
I saw off Rossetta and left the Guild while absorbed in my thoughts.
"…It's slightly tiring."
I gave Grace, who squinted her eyes and inclined her head, a small laugh and nodded.
There didn't seem to be any side-effects for Grace after being released from her cursed artifact, since those guys were defeated without any blood being spilled. With things as they were before, it seemed it had worried me to the point that I wouldn't be able to calm down for a while.
Aah…That's right.
I needed to turn the raw materials we brought back into money.
Shall we head back after buying a magic stone for the bath? I would probably calm down a bit if I took a hot bath. It was important to regulate one's mood.
After I relayed my thoughts to Grace, she looked at me gently.


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I finally got a reply from the backbone engineer working on my support request. Here is their reply.
Below are the links for the Avaya Security Announcements that have been released in regards to CVE-2015-0235 glibc vulnerability (street name of GHOST).
RHEL4: ASA-2015-072 https://downloads.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/101006705
RHEL5 ASA-2015-070 - https://downloads.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/101006702
RHEL6 ASA-2015-071 - https://downloads.avaya.com/css/P8/documents/101006704
Depending on the products that you are currently using if they are at a supported software for example CM 6.3 the fixes are due in the next Security Pack which is expected by the end of March. This can change depending on testing, release dates changing, etc.
If the Product Software is End of Support there will be no fixes released and the software will need to be upgraded in order to receive the security fix.
Vulnerability for CVE-2015-0235 = MEDIUM
The risk is rated Medium for all listed products because the exploit would require local account access. Remote attack may not be possible, because either the DNS server is not running or the products sanitize the input and provide name resolution to trusted hosts only within the enterprise. Additionally, the known affected programs or utilities are not used and additional protection mechanisms are in place to protect the products from remote exploit.
So, it looks like wait for the end of March for a security patch...
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Learning is great fun with this stylish and tactile puzzle book! From the little ladybird to the enormous elephant, the six double-sided chunky puzzle pieces form two different floor puzzles featuring your favourite animals. Part of the popular Learning Garden series for children, this is the perfect introduction for young children to the key concepts of 'bigger' and 'smaller'.
AINO-MAIJA'S iconic textile and ceramic designs are stocked in more than 30,000 stores worldwide - they have become a known graphic style of modern design. These are her first books for children.


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Ask Chicago-based photographer Mel Keiser what inspired her self-portrait series "Becoming Mel," and she'll point you to a wealth of heady neuroscience literature and an overall shifting sense of personal identity.
But just by glancing at the portraits, the complex ideas she's wrestling with become crystal clear.
Keiser presents her portraits in pairs: one taken immediately after she wakes up, her hair still mussed, her eyes still half-shut, and one taken after she's spent some time in front of the mirror. Her makeup is perfect, her earrings are on point, and she's ready to go out and meet the day.
Here are Mels, separate but not altogether dissimilar, pairs of different selves spaced out by maybe half an hour.
Keiser told A+ she's hoping to spark a conversation with her photos:
"What is the difference between who I am in this moment versus who I was in the moment before? And perhaps more revealing, what is the difference between the Mels of one day and the Mels from a few days ago, or a few months later?"
But it doesn't stop with Mel. The differences between the two women in the pictures mirror the differences between all of us as we put on different faces and different identities. Lipstick, eyeliner, smiles and squints - so much changes in that first half hour, and continues changing throughout the day.
In her email to A+, Keiser suggested that the self that we are upon waking might be more honest or innate than the "social-self" that we present to the world, and takes a little longer to boot up.
She says that although many explorations of identity look to find the differences between seperate people, she hopes that people learning about her work will be inspired to think a little more about themselves.
"I'm much more interested in what makes you different from yourself. That is infinitely more fascinating," she explained.
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Program quality is essential to maximizing the positive potential of OST programs. Research has shown that programs of high quality have a much deeper impact on the children they serve than their lower quality counterparts. So what constitutes a high-quality program, and how can it be achieved? Thirty-three statewide networks have adopted a framework outlining quality standards within their respective states. TXPOST drew on that work to develop a framework for program quality standards that fit the unique needs of our state. For more information about program quality and to download the TX Standards for High Quality Afterschool, Summer and Expanded Learning Programs, visit the Program Quality webpage.
Professional development is an important aspect of every high-quality OST program. TXPOST hopes to increase the availability and awareness of these training opportunities for program providers. TXPOST conducted a recent survey of professional development providers to assess the availability of these opportunities in Texas communities. Visit the Professional Development web page for more information.


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We wrapped up this week's Skinny before Tuesday's City Council meeting, where council members made more demands from the Rio Nuevo board regarding the downtown hotel.
The morning daily's Rob O'Dell has the details here.
O'Dell's summary of what the council now wants:
• Rio Nuevo must be the lead agency on the hotel, because that's what's specified in the legislation that created the new board.
• The hotel's guaranteed maximum price and the developer's fees must be lowered.
• Rio Nuevo must resolve issues relating to local contractors on the hotel - basically meaning the hotel must hire more local subcontractors.
• Additional money or guarantees must be secured from the hotel operator.
"Off 4th Avenue," by Gary Tenen, is on display in 4th Avenue in Focus, opening Oct. 1 and continuing through Oct. 31, at Café Passe, 415 N. Fourth Ave.
"Nurse Jackie," by Alexander Arshansky, is on display in Alexander Arshansky Is: An Extension of the Russian Avant Garde Movement, opening Oct. 1 and continuing through Oct. 31 at ART Gallery, 1122 N. Stone Ave.
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Precious Knowledge Trailer from Ari Palos on Vimeo.
Wow, if the trailer is any indication, Precious Knowledge is going to be the powerful voice we need to help explain the importance of ethnic-studies classes in the Tucson Unified School District—and in any other school district.
Creators of the documentary have been working on it for two years, and they need help to complete the film in order to get it aired on the local Arizona Media PBS station.
You can read more about the filmmakers here, and you can find out about contributing to the film project here. The filmmakers need to raise $20,000 in order to get it aired on PBS, and so far, they've raised $520.
According to their website:
PRECIOUS KNOWLEDGE is "the Arizona documentary" of the moment as Arizona is thrust into the national spotlight with its recent wave of anti-Latino legislation. Along with the harsh immigration bill SB1070 Arizona lawmakers passed HB 2281, giving unilateral power to the State Superintendent to abolish Ethnic Studies classes.
We have secured a commitment of funding from Arizona Public Media/KUAT, the Independent Television Service (ITVS), and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). This is terrific as it gives us a good shot of having this documentary seen by millions of viewers on PBS, however, their financial support requires matching funds.
Ah yes, Rhino Pub—The bar at 1118 E. Sixth St. that closed some years back only to reopen as Belushe's, Victory Bar and, most recently, Gooch's Grill.
And now, all these years later, it's Rhino Pub again. Steve Ketchum, the new owner, even found the original six-foot wooden rhinoceros mascot and put back in its rightful spot near the stairway.
Ketchum has also lengthened the bar, increased the number of seats and made it easier to see the 10 televisions from elsewhere in the restaurant. The menu has been pared down to pub-grub basics like burgers, brats, Italian sausages and a megaton of appetizers.
"We've also got the best wings in Tucson," Ketchum said, before explaining that he deep-fries them before giving them the once-over on the char broiler. I'm not sure if that actually makes them the best in town, but you have to give it to a guy who has that much pride in his hot wings.
The upstairs is being converted into the Rhino Express, a café that will serve all varieties of coffee drinks, smoothies and pastries. It will also have an energy drink and juice bar when completed.
Ketchum is also working on fixing up and covering the patio, which he expects to have completed by later this year.
Right now, there are 19 beers on tap and a full bar. Happy hour goes down daily from 4 to 6 p.m. Karaoke takes place on Tuesday and Thursday, and the doors open at 10 a.m. on Sundays for sports action and specials on Bloody Marys and wings.
Call 867-8123 for more information.
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