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6 Super Fun Weekend Activities That Are 100% FREE
On a budget? Looking to save funds for your next adventure? Or simply just don't want to spend your hard-earned cash on yet another social outing? We get it, but that doesn't mean you have to settle for another weekend of Netflix and chill at home. Check out our top picks for free weekend activities to keep your social life thriving on the cheap.
1. Trivia Night! At Crescent Ballroom
Downtown Phoenix
Ward of your Sunday Scaries from 6 to 8 p.m. every week at Crescent Ballroom for the chance to win all kinds of great prizes — from bacon to concert tickets — with no buy-in necessary. Plus, if you want to make a night of it, you'll enjoy food and drink specials at rock bottom prices, like $4 house wines, $1 chips and salsa or $3 bean burritos.
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2. Get Cultured at the Phoenix Art Museum
Downtown Phoenix
While regular adult tickets for the Phoenix Art Museum go up to $23, you can save yourself a buck (or 23. . .) by being strategic about your visit. Enjoy pay what you can admission on First Fridays (the first Friday of each month) or during Discount Tire Free Family Sundays on the second Sunday of each month. Just make sure to throw a couple bucks into the donation box to earn yourself some good karma.
3. Enjoy Arizona's natural beauty at Papago Park
East Phoenix
At Papago Park you can enjoy the desert landscape in the center of the city — with dog-friendly hiking trails, fishing lakes and picnic areas you can make a day out of exploring this expansive park. While you're there, make sure to check out the iconic Hole in the Rock formation at sunset.
4. Catch a free concert at Tempe Marketplace
Enjoy cooler temperatures this fall with a handful of free, full-length concerts by nationally recognized acts at Tempe Marketplace. Upcoming shows include singer-songwriter Barns Courtney in September and rock duo Missio in December.
5. Brush up on your Arizona History
Central Phoenix
Stop by the Arizona Capitol Monday through Saturday and take a tour through Arizona's history for free. Exhibits include artifacts from The USS Arizona that was destroyed during the Pearl Harbor attack, the now-retired Governor's office and a 7-foot Lego flag — to name a few.
6. Take a hike
Hiking is one of the top things to do in Arizona (especially when the weather dips under a hundred degrees and you don't have to start your hike when it's dark out. . .) and fortunately there's no shortage of trails — from Tom's Thumb in North Scottsdale to Camelback in Arcadia to Hidden Valley at South Mountain.
What's your favorite local spot? Let us know in the comments or tag us on socials using #DCFray and #FrayLife
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Around 50 people from government agencies, local authorities, consultants and NGOs from across the UK attended the 'River Weirs: design, maintenance, modification and removal' guide launch event in London on Wednesday 6 December.
Fola Ogunyoye, a member of the Steering Group who has been involved with the project for its two-year duration, chaired the day with guest speakers from Dr Amanda Kitchen and Andrew Kirby.
Its history
The River Weirs – Good Practice Guide was first published in 2003. Since then there has been over 30 fatalities (an average of two a year) at weirs in the UK. Environmental legislation and good practice has also changed – a key milestone being the implementation of the EU Water Framework Directive.
The new guide therefore strives to update good practice approaches and has been funded by The Environment Agency, SEPA, Scottish Government, Rivers Agency, Waterways Ireland, Scottish Canals, Canal and River Trust, JBA Consulting and Mott MacDonald.
How did they do it?
A literature review and assessment using a 'maturity matrix', rating the information between 'emerging', 'disparate' and 'mature' evidence/guidance, helped inform the gaps in the existing guidance and the need for a new guide.
A wide consultation exercise was undertaken with regulatory and management authorities covering a wide range of weir types and uses. Key issues identified were on: weir removal, fishery considerations, debris/sediment management and balancing heritage, functional needs and the environment.
It's all about the contents
The guide has 295 colourful action packed pages split into 3 parts which can be read together or independently:
- An overview – aimed at everyone with an interest in weirs
- The essentials of weir management – aimed at those responsible for policy and decision making
- Detailed technical guidance – aimed at those responsible for designing and constructed weirs or weir removals and managing weir assets.
Each chapter has a common structure: dealing with the issues, outlining methods of addressing them, and providing references and examples. In the Appendices, there is a 'top trumps' style summary of the 16 typical types of fixed or moveable weir and 18 case studies.
'Is there a need to intervene?' is a key theme of the guide which reflects that the function and environment of a weir can change with time. It also explores the range of options available – avoiding the need for a weir, removing or refurbishing a weir, or replacing or allowing existing weir to fail.
The guide covers the design, implementation and monitoring of weirs and is dealt with under several interlinked headings:
- Asset management
- Law & policy – looking at duties of owners
- Operational safety
- Natural and historic environment, landscape impact
- Geomorphology of the river channel and the impact of the weir
- Hydrology and hydraulics – including modelling, scour protection and air entrainment
- Foundations & geotechnics – seeking to plug the gap of lack of codes of practice or Eurocodes that can be readily applied to weirs
- Construction
Six case studies were presented at the launch with four included in the new Guide.
Case study presentations
Our very own Jeremy Benn presented two case studies to delegates. The first was on the removal of weirs on the River Irwell in Lancashire as part of work to improve fish passage and restore natural river processes. An example was given of the Prestolee Weir and how the removal of part of the weir was largely based on geomorphological audit and the findings from previous weir removals on the same river.
The second presentation was on the Derbyshire Healthy Weirs Project, a community led initiative to help preserve and enhance the historic weirs within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. The project has involved the recruitment and training of 50 unpaid volunteer 'Weir Watchers' to monitor and inspect 10 of the weirs. The CIRIA Weirs Guide was used to provide training material for this.
Following the presentations there was a Q&A session. One attendee said they were very encouraged from what they had heard asking what the intention was from regulators to adopt the guide. Andy Tan (Environment Agency) responded that he believed the intention is to cascade the guide down within the EA organisation so that designers and promotors of work to weirs and consenting authorities are in step.
Want to know more?
CIRIA are keen to hear suggestions starting with seeking feedback from those who read and use the guide. A free copy of the new Weirs Guide and copies of the presentations from the launch workshop are available for download from the CIRIA website.

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As already well known, acne is very frequent skin problem nowadays and worldwide, and this trouble actually affects the people of all ages, but, it is especially common among youngsters and the ones whit the sensitive skin type. Having in mind how big and frequent this skin trouble is, it is logical to assume that there are a lot of the available solutions to these blemishes. Therefore, acne is most commonly treated by both, the conventional medications, and the alternative way of treatment, which include the remedies based on natural ingredients.
So, every pore and hair follicle is, in fact, the potential spot on which acne could be found. That is, in fact, the problem of acne is the consequence of accumulation and multiplication of bacteria in pores already filled with sebum. When these small openings of the epidermis are additionally filled with somewhat increased amount of oil, the formation of a pimple, or to be more exact, the incidence of the inflammatory process, is inevitable.
Dealing with acne
As far as the best and the most appropriate treatment for the sensitive skin type is concerned, it is essentially important to be based on the following rules: not to touch and pop the acne out with fingers, to use the products and the remedies which do not contain some aggressive substances and agents, and, of course, it is always better stop the problem before it happens in the first place, if it is possible. Before all of this, one should consult his or her own dermatologist.
When it comes to the conventional approach to the treatment, the most effective medications are the ones based on benzoyl peroxide and the salicylic acid, however, since these could be aggressive agents for sensitive skin, it is recommendable to use them in smaller doses. On the other hand, the remedies based on natural components are completely safe to be used, although in some rare cases, allergic reactions could happen.
In addition, this skin problem is advisable to be treated with homeopathy, so, concerning that matter, a pimple should be directly treated with oil. At this point, it is necessary to emphasize that the most beneficial oils for getting rid of the acne problem are the ones based on tea tree and jojoba, mostly because they contain a lot of the substances that annihilate bacteria. Also, the best remedy intended to be applied over the skin is the simple mixture of these two oils, that is, in the proportion 3:10. Of course, it is very important to stick with the diet which is recommended from the nutritionist.
- www.nhs.uk/conditions/acne/treatment/
- www.nhs.uk/medicines/lymecycline/
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A former Minister for Youth and Sports, Major Rtd Dr. Mustapha Ahmed has filed his nomination forms to contest the National Democratic Congress (NDC ) parliamentary primaries slated for Saturday, August 24, 2019.
Major Rtd Mustapha stormed the party office with huge number of teeming party followers amidst drumming and dancing.
Addressing the party followers, the Constituency Chairman, Tairu Ahmed confirmed that only two candidates are contesting for the Parliamentary primaries.
He said it's a friendly inter-party contest, therefore, the leaders and their supporters should be mindful and campaign with good messages devoid of personalisation and attacks on internal opponents.
He reiterated the aspirants desist from name-calling and rancour that would jeopardise the chances of the party in the constituency come to the 2020 general elections.
Dr Mustapha Ahmed, the former legislature for the area, was very optimistic of winning the Parliamentary primaries to go ahead to retain the seat for the NDC.
Addressing his supporters, Dr Mustapha appealed to them to ensure they carry out a clean campaign 'a spot' of insults and attacks.
He stressed on the need for a strong unity within the party during and after the primaries to face the failed ruling New Patriotic Party NPP led by 'old man' Nana Akufo-Addo in 2020, for having failed the State.
He told pressmen after filling his nomination that his comeback was in response to numerous calls on him by party delegates and party supporters in the Ayawaso North Constituency.
"After careful weighing and consulting, I need not turn the call of the people down since the voice of the people is the voice of God", he indicated.
Major rtd. Mustapha Ahmed lost the 2015 primaries to the incumbent, Yusif Jaja, who was given massive endorsement from party delegates at that time.
The former Army officer is in a straight contest with the incumbent Member of Parliament (MP), Yussif Jaja.
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Have you ever looked in the mirror, and just start to question everything you've ever done up to this point? How and why did you wake up this morning?
It's one thing to wake up every day and run through the motions. Wake up, shower, eat breakfast (maybe), go to work, put in your 8 hours and then go home and throw on the TV to see if anything worth watching is on. It's a whole different experience to wake up with a ferocious fire under you, literally springing you out of bed because you're THAT pumped up to begin your day. You wake up with the intent to go out and absolutely dominate every aspect of your day.
Two completely different scenarios, and unfortunately the majority of people resonate more with the first scenario than the latter. But where exactly does the difference lie between these two types of people? The people who live their lives in the second scenario have already discovered and revolve their entire mindset around their why.
Defining Your Why
So what does it mean to have a why, and how do I know what my why is or what it should be? Get ready to dig deep, because this step is going to require you to take a thoughtful, honest look at yourself and your mind.
Your why can be defined as your underlying motivation behind the actions you take on a daily basis. If you have a job, for example, you probably have that job to make money. Now, let's take this a step further. Why are you in this job to make money? What are you going to do with this money? Is it going to positively impact you or someone else's life?
Let's take a specific, but hypothetical scenario for example. John is a 22 year old, college graduate beginning his journey in his career. He eventually finds himself in a job where he is making a salary of $40k/year as a sales rep. for a large company. Upon graduating college, John has amassed a pile of student loan debt. His family has also been living paycheck-to-paycheck, never really making enough money to store away as disposable income. John has been feeling the pressure of financial stress, and has seen the effect it can have on himself and his family.
John has made a conscious, and deliberate decision that he needs to become self-sufficient. He has seen the effects of living your life not in control, and realizes there must be another way. John's why can be defined as: "I need to become successful to the point where I am self-sufficient, that way I can help myself and my family regain control of our lives. Living life on our own terms and the freedom that comes with it, will grant me and my family eternal happiness."
Challenge yourself today and take a few minutes to do some self-reflection. Your why needs to be bigger than you, and it has to be far more meaningful than just wanting to make money. Write down your goals, and ask yourself why these are your goals. From here, you'll create your why and a sense of purpose in your actions moving forward.
How to Make the Most Out of Your Why
Once again, it's one thing to have a why, but it's a completely different thing to understand how to live by your why. Finding your why is not just an exercise to get the creative juices flowing; no, you find your why because this is how you will be able to live your life with purpose and fulfillment. To find your why, is to find your way.
You need to start and end your day with your why. Oh, and everything in between? Yeah, that all needs to revolve around your why as well.
To keep it simple, get a piece of paper, write down your why and hang it up on your wall in your room. You want this to be the first thing you see when you wake up in the morning, and the last thing you see before you end your day.
Set reminders in your phone so you don't forget about your why. It can be mid-day, and your halfway through your list of leads to call in your sales job when you start to burn out and forget why you started. Then BAM! That reminder hits and all of a sudden you're hit with a wave of realization, so you start to visualize your why in your mind again. Never forget why you're doing what you're doing, and you'll begin to see your life transform. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.


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Subject: Re: [boost] Submit a library that compute the roots of a polynomialupto the 4th order
From: Peng Yu (pengyu.ut_at_[hidden])
Date: 2008-10-21 22:07:12
On Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 7:35 PM, vicente.botet <vicente.botet_at_[hidden]> wrote:
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Peng Yu" <pengyu.ut_at_[hidden]>
> To: <boost_at_[hidden]>
> Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 1:35 AM
> Subject: [boost] Submit a library that compute the roots of a polynomialupto
> the 4th order
>> On http://www.boost.org/development/submissions.html, it mentioned
>> boost vault, without explaining what it is. Can somebody let me know
>> what it is? What is the difference between boost vault and boost
>> sandbox?
>> Do I need to submit my library to vault or sandbox? Where shall I put it?
> Hi,
> you should take a depper look on the Community section.
> Boost vault is a repository of on going libraries. You can start by the
> vault, and put a compressed file in the more adequated directory. In your
> case Math - Numerics seams the more adapted. You will need to create an
> account before. Please do put the doc readable by a browser.The vault is on
> http://www.boost-consulting.com/vault/
> You can also put your library in the SVN sandbox software configuration
> manager. It allows you to version your library. I think that you will need
> to request an account to put something in, but you can get whatever you want
> without an account. You will need an SVN client.
Can I name my library as Boost.Numeric.Equation?
Current, I use makefile to compile it. But boost uses bjam. Do I have
to provide bjam files when I post code to vault?
Boost list run by bdawes at acm.org, gregod at cs.rpi.edu, cpdaniel at pacbell.net, john at johnmaddock.co.uk


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West- Mittleider-Carrington (HB), Tescher-St. Mary's/Eriksson-Devil's Lake (QB), Olson-Trinity (WR), Preszler- St. Mary's (WR), Rueb-Beulah (WR), Devil's Lake's RB? Carrington's FB? Fridrich-Trinity/Erickstad-Devil's Lake (TE)
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The Metamorphosis and Other Stories
A man awakens to find himself transformed into a giant vermin; a performer starves himself to death as a circus attraction; a fiendish engine of capital punishment engraves the letter of the law into the body of the condemned. Such are the nightmare scenarios that emerge in the short stories of Franz Kafka, one of the twentieth century's most formative, mystifying literary figures. Though immediate in their impact, Kafka's stories invite endless angles of interpretation, from Freudian psychology and existentialist philosophy to animal studies.
This volume presents "The Metamorphosis"together with several other of Kafka's best and best-known storiesin a nuanced, clear, and powerful translation by Ian Johnston. The appendices provide philosophical, literary, and cultural context, as well as valuable selections from Kafka's own letters and drawings.
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Ian Johnston is a research associate at Vancouver Island University.
Date of Birth:July 3, 1883
Date of Death:June 3, 1924
Place of Birth:Prague, Austria-Hungary
Place of Death:Vienna, Austria
Education:German elementary and secondary schools. Graduated from German Charles-Ferdinand University of Prague.
Table of Contents
Biographical Preface
Note on the Text
Note on the Translation
Select Bibliography
A Chronology of Franz Kafka
Children on the Highway 3
Unmasking a Confidence-Man 5
The Sudden Stroll 7
Decisions 8
The Trip to the Mountains 8
The Bachelor's Distress 9
The Small Businessman 9
Gazing Out Idly 11
The Way Home 11
The Runners 12
The Passenger 12
Dresses 13
The Rebuff 13
For Gentleman-Riders to Think About 14
The Window on to the Street 14
Wish to Become a Red Indian 15
Trees 15
Unhappiness 15
Explanatory Notes
The Judgement
The Metamorphosis
In the Penal Colony
Letter to his Father
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"I think of a Kafka story as a perfect work of literary art, as approachable as it is strange, and as strange as it is approachable."
-Michael Hofmann
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Out of the book, I only read 'The Metamorphosis.' It was a school assignment, and I thought it would be incredibly dull, but in fact, the story is fast paced, bizarre, and full of irony and dark humor while still expressing the depths of human nature. I was deeply moved by 'The Metamorphosis,' and I recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone who enjoys reading.
The uncanny originality of these most remarkable stories and parables by arguably the most precise delineator of the human mind in all its fear , anxiety and beauty will spellbind the reader, and provide Literature at the very highest level. One of the great books which as Camus said of Kafka demands rereading and rereading.
Great collection for my ebook library. I can dive into these stories quite easily whenever I'm in the mood for some deep-thought explorations. Kafka was a master of the human condition.
Franz Kafka is one of my all time favorite writers. The Metamorphosis is a wonderfully written story that relies heavily on dialogue, inner monologue and subtle clues rather than big plot twists although it does establish a solid plot line, just one that is not filled with action in every page. There is a great deal of attention being paid to details so it's important to follow it up. Change is the main theory behind this book, obviously as the name suggests and how humans handle change, our responsibilities that effects the changes we go through and an ugly side of parent and child relationships. The language is a lot different than one a native English speaker is used to, Kafka's use of language, diction and descriptions are quite different than one may be used to. However it creates a great contrast and highlights the differences between U.S. English writers and those of others,which enables one to discover different mentalities in humanity. It's a great read with delightful language that made the mirage of fiction more into a reality for me. Though I must admit, a lot of people have difficulty with this book. So approach it with a grain of salt and an open mind.
Excellent read for someone that is just being introduced to the world of Kafka. Great samples of the stile and depth of the writer.
Metamorphosis and Other Stories provides some of Franz Kafka's best work, including the title story, of course. The Metamorphosis is easily the best story in the book, though there are other gems like "The Stoker" and "In the Penal Colony." As is the case with Kafka, some of the endings are abrupt and can leave you wanting, such as the end to "The Judgment." The one weak story in the book is "Josephine the Singer," which you learn from the introduction was the last piece he ever wrote as he was dying of illness. A must-have for Kafka fans everywhere.
It would be so easy to try and draw themes of politics and society from this book, to discover it was trying to tell you something profound and of great importence. They may, or probably weren't, inentional. But, to really fully experience this book, I found it best to let all those underlying messages go unobserved. They're ties back to the real world, and to experience this novel you need to forget all that, and just becomce totally emersed in Kafka's surreal universe.Leave analysis until later, read the book for enjoyment and emersion first.
Metamorphosis / Winter of our discontent / MetempsychosisMetamorphosis, or Why a Bug?Gregor Samsa awoke one morning as a bug. "What has happened to me?" he thought. And that is the last he thought of how he arrived at his predicament. He acts throughout the story as a human Gregor adapting to life in a bug's body.Is Nietzche engaging in a thought experiment on personal continuity in Metamorphosis? What of Gregor is in this bug? He has a bug body, he must have a bug brain to be able to image through bug eyes, to move bug legs. But he has the consciousness of Gregor that initially externalizes itself outside the body, to talk, after a fashion, to stand and unlock the door, after a fashion. He soon loses the ability to talk and ceases to be Gregor to his family. But he has an immensely strong identity, rooted in providing for his family, and never ceases to be Gregor to himself until his death.But why a bug? Others have made the connection between Samsa and Samsara, the Buddhist wheel of life. According to Samsara, one is reborn an animal when one's human life is centered on survival and self-preservation. Gregor's life is centered on his hated job as traveling salesman, which he keeps only to provide for his family.Beyond that, the bug is absurd and creates a comical scene when, for instance, the head clerk flees down the stairs to escape this monstrosity. Gregor never ascribes this flight and fright to his own appearance, heightening the humor. None of us are bugs, though, and never expect to become one. But each of us could be exposed to a similar alienation, separation, isolation. Consider yourself developing a motor neural disease, confined to a wheelchair, losing gross motor functionality, the ability to speak. Like Gregor, you would have trouble opening doors, even moving through some doorways, communicating with your family. Then you regress, confined to bed, breathing through a tube, externally comatose but fully conscious. The situation in reality is not far removed from the absurd.We likely will not develop such a disease, but we can still experience some form of alienation. Are we also trapped in a job because of circumstance? Metamorphosis holds out hope that a situation can improve even when it appears hopeless. The Samsa family can no longer depend on Gregor's salary, they must work themselves, expand beyond the confines of their home. They find that they are quite capable and soon entertain thoughts of a happy future, a possible husband for Gregor's sister Grete. All are transformed through Gregor's metamorphosis, but a slightly less absurd metamorphosis might also have achieved a happy result. Gregor could simply have emigrated to Amerika, leaving his family to their own devices. Perhaps not morally defensible at some level, but better to feel your humanity than to live and die like a bug.
Really a nice change of pace from so many other works where the plot is of high importance. Kafka is more like a fine meal; the point is not to finish the meal, but rather to enjoy the meal as you are consuming it.All of the stories are morbid and strange, enjoyable nonetheless. His grasp on language and his focus on deeper meaning and metaphors(no pun intended)is really quite impressive.
The Metamorphosis was required reading for me in school, and I have since re-visited it a few times. Short, powerful, and well worth anyone's time.
In Kafka's "The Metamorphosis," Gregor Samsa awakes one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect. The theme of personal transformation is clear and the items which are obvious metaphors (e.g. Samsa being an insect, the apple lodged in his back), will allow students to explore what their intended meaning could have been.This book also includes "The Judgement," "In the Penal Colony," "A Country Doctor," and "A Report to an Academy."
I love "The Metamorphosis" and have read it several times. I know some people probably think I'm crazy. (My friend, Natalie, said she could never get over the giant bug thing.) Personally, I love the weirdness of the Modernist period.
One of the best stories ever. Imaginative, deep, weird, compelling.
Nothing says "great gift!" like Kafka.
Its not simply about adjastment to change in life. Kafka attacts the character of any weak human who allows oneself to be first overcharged and used, then changed into helpless creature. Its about the importance of knowing your value and respecting your life, and foreseeing your own destiny. Kafka shows how having others who are willfull and strong in protecting their own being and own lifestyle could bring the wondering one to the ultimate end.


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Will Sandry has criticised a Council planning decision which will see yet another HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) conversion in Oldfield, despite the controls introduced by the Lib Dems and despite the already high concentration of HMOs in the area. Furthermore, a request by Councillor Sandry for the decision to be debated and decided at a public meeting was refused, despite the application attracting over 15 public objections.
Councillor Sandry, who is the Lib Dem spokesperson on Homes and Planning, said:
"I am furious that, despite their fine words about 'better managing the growth of HMOs' across the city, the Conservatives are still happy to let applications through without any public consideration."
"The Lib Dems introduced controls on HMOs and additional licensing requirements in 2013. This application just scraped through the relevant tests due to a quirk of local geography – it is on the edge of an area with a completely different character – however the decision should have been taken by the planning committee, due to the public interest."
Councillor Shaun Stephenson-McGall added:
"The Conservatives are letting Bath residents down by failing to keep the Council's HMO policy up to date. A review was announced in March of this year but is only now starting to get going. The current rules are being outpaced and are in dire need of strengthening and clarification. Local residents want the Council to protect neighbourhood characteristics and remaining family homes."
Three years ago an 'Article 4 direction' was introduced which means in certain areas planning permission is required to convert a family home in to one occupied by multiple people who are not a family. The rules come with a two stage test relating to the percentage of HMOs within a 50 metre and 100 metre radius of the property in question. In this particular case the Stage 1 test was failed, the Stage 2 test was only passed as a result of 'dilution' by adjacent properties in streets without the same Neighbourhood characteristics as the site (and most of the rest of the northern part of Oldfield Ward).


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Back to Journals » Research and Reports in Forensic Medical Science » Volume 5
Forensic studies of dog attacks on humans: a focus on bite mark analysis
Authors Fonseca G, Mora E, Lucena J, Cantin M
Received 9 July 2015
Accepted for publication 27 August 2015
Published 12 October 2015 Volume 2015:5 Pages 39—51
DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/RRFMS.S92068
Checked for plagiarism Yes
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Peer reviewer comments 2
Editor who approved publication: Professor Henrik Druid
Gabriel M Fonseca,1 Esther Mora,2 Joaquin Lucena,3 Mario Cantin,4
1Faculty of Dentistry, Laboratory of Forensic Dentistry, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; 2Dental Sinai Hospital & Research Center, 3Forensic Pathology Service, Institute of Legal Medicine, Seville, Spain; 4Faculty of Dentistry, Doctoral Program in Morphological Science, Universidad La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
Abstract: The interaction between domestic animals and humans has not been free of conflicts, and dog attacks represent a real problem, not only for the health consequences, but also for the possible criminal, and can affect the legal or financial outcomes. Dogs' teeth have particular features, and the resulting bite marks are a major point of forensic interest mainly in the absence of witnesses or in cases where postmortem dog interference can be misinterpreted. An appropriate forensic approach should include an exhaustive analysis of the scene, the victim, and the dog. Bite marks must be discriminated from other traumas, and the familiarity of the investigator with different patterns of animal behavior can be of great importance in the correct assessment of the offending specie. A scientific inclusion/exclusion of the dog involved is possible and also recommended because of the possible consequences for the owner of the animal. Since dog bite mark analysis should involve different forensic professionals such as pathologists, odontologists, veterinarians, biologists, and also police investigators, a review focused on this type of evidence from a multidisciplinary point of view is presented. Prevention and mitigating strategies focused on both breed-specific legislation and the legal responsibility of the owner for the dog's behavior are discussed.
Keywords: fatal dog attack, scavenging, bite mark, dog behavior, forensic pathology, forensic dentistry
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This was on late night on a commercial movie channel -- movie is under ninety minutes, so it's fairly crisp and has a great cast with Kim Basinger shining. From late 1980s. I also saw part of the Black Klansman movie and it was rather loyal to the book. Actually, rather straightforward for a Spike Lee joint. A bit bored with it. Saw good Green Book documentary (on actual green book) on Smithsonian Channel. Is it really March already?
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Billie Coble Executed
With twenty-five executions last year (dollar and a dream ...), it is probably quite possible for anti-death penalty justices (they can spread it around) cover each one this year. A three-time killer (a family matter, but one was a police officer) might not seem much trouble legally or otherwise. The system is the problem, but even this specifically can be. He was on death row for thirty years: that alone is a problem Justice Breyer et. al. covered. And, there might be due process issues. Final appeal rejected without comment and he was executed.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
SCOTUS Watch
A few oral arguments, including a potential big one regarding religious displays regarding a "peace cross" that hopefully will be decided narrowly though not likely to go the humanist's way. Roberts again the swing vote in a limited win (death penalty case) for the liberals. Less close defendant win with Thomas/Gorsuch (but not Alito) adding a bit in the dissent questioning the constitutional right to state provided lawyers on originalist grounds. Win for international organizations with Breyer with a solo dissent that is most interesting regarding his purpose based approach that questions textual analysis of the majority.
A Day in the Life of Majority Rule
The Michael Cohen testimony was not likely to be earth shattering, but hearings need not be to be useful, including to air things out to the general public who are not political nerds and get a sense of each side. Plus, some useful stuff will come out, including bringing things back front and center. It's a race, not a sprint. Plus, AOC et. al. had great moments. Meanwhile, a background gun check bill that passed the House, basically on a party line vote. Using a procedural maneuver [people upset about that, but total majority control is not a good approach either], Republicans got a limited win by getting a tack-on that requires the federal background check database to notify Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when an undocumented immigrant tries to buy a gun. Swing district Dems went along. Precedent suggests it will be blocked in the Senate, but the facts are on the record for when sanity rules there too. ETA: Remember too that Cohen also testified behind closed doors.
Monday, February 25, 2019
Oscars and Supreme Court Watch
Didn't see the beginning, but the second half of The Oscars was pretty good and guess not having a host isn't a big deal. (Maybe, just have some representative introduce it briefly?) with many nice black, women, gay/lesbian friendly moments. And, then they had to ruin it by ending with Green Book winning? Oh well. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court in a brief per curiam (Sotomayor concurring without opinion) says you can't count a judge's vote after they died, even if the panel "decided" beforehand. Seems right though maybe merited a bit more contemplation. Also, district court held all male draft unconstitutional. RBG smiles. ETA: I saw Juliet, Naked (no nudity) on demand and liked it. Rose Byrne very good. [To add two more.] Saw I am Not Your Negro on DVD; well, half of it -- it seemed a bit rambling and half of it gave a good feel of the general tenor. Good. Saw the lead of the foreign film Two Lives in other films (such as Nowhere in Africa) and that too was a half movie watch. Have less patience these days. Half was good; skipped to ending tbh. Felt a tad obligatory.
Saturday, February 23, 2019
The Bell Jar
The fiction of Mary Boykin Chestnut, of Civil War diary fame, was hard going so I put it aside. Did finish The Bell Jar, using the version shown here (with "PS" author background material). Overall, I liked it. Smooth reading, some insights of the young characters' struggles etc. A bit sudden fall into madness after she comes home and the latter part of her confinement (when she was on the way to recovery) might have been fleshed out better. But, it's a deserved classic. Couldn't get into Sylvia movie, which I watched when it came out. And Also: Mets Spring Training started today. Oscars tomorrow; haven't been interested in them for a few years. I used to be a regular viewer but also watch movies in theaters much less too. The Favourite being one I actually saw.
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Excessive Fines Clause Incorporated (Explicitly)
Perhaps because they already did in dicta (if that; McDonald v. Chicago however ignored the case), the Supreme Court thought it obvious that the Excessive Fine Clause should be incorporated, doing so in an opinion under ten pages. The opinion is being cited as important given it included within its ambit civil asset forfeitures, but that too has been cited in the past. This was noted in the opinion to cite how weak the state's claim was in trying to argue they don't count. RBG wrote the opinion and seems to be doing well. But, maybe so. Also, not sure seizure of his land rover was that excessive for use for a felony. Borderline. Yes, it is 4x (but is that too much?) the criminal penalty, but the usage seems to be notable. Also: What's left? Third Amendment (Griswold dicta, never pops up, but bet it can someday), grand jury (many states don't use them; doubtful), unanimous jury trials (one state left; quite possible, cited as a joker in opinion) and Seventh Amendment (civil trials; also broad reach). Update: And, does it matter if we use the Privileges or Immunities Clause? Depends on how limiting it turns out to be. Justice Gorsuch already restrained the feds regarding immigrants in part by concerns about vagueness. Some limits on power will protect liberty of non-citizens. Also, including by originalist arguments, equal protection concerns should apply to them, including as a matter of due process. If this sounds substantive, it shows sneering at "substantive due process" is you know a bit stupid. Selective application likely.
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
SCOTUS Watch
The Supreme Court decided to take that census question case after all, the clock on writing the forms running out, even though a lower court opinion could have mooted the question. Unclear how broad the opinion will be. The justices, via per curiam, attacked a lower court for not following their precedent. Roberts, unlike in the abortion case, expressly said he was joining for that reason. Kavanaugh (unlike the other three) silently went along. Thomas flagged he didn't like NYT v. Sullivan, at least as applied to public figures like a Cosby accuser. Originalism aside, he might have a point. Clean Water Act case taken. And Also: Sanders announced. Liz Warren fills his role, minus additional baggage. Note: My comment is limited to the reach of current law to public figures. If strict defamation rules for people like a Cosby accuser are somewhat weaker, it very well might be acceptable. Public officials are of a different caliber. Maybe not, but worth thinking about.
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Patriots and Cosmopolitans: Hidden Histories of American Law
I enjoyed his Lincoln's Code: The Laws of War in American History and after comments by him was referenced on a blog, I found this earlier book. It covers James Wilson, South Carolina freeman Elias Hill, feminist/pacifist Crystal Eastman (skimping her later years), professor Roscoe Pound and lawyer Melvin Belli. It is a bit too academic, but that is less of an issue in the second and fourth sections in particular. As a whole, interesting vignettes. And Also: Eric Segall's Originalism as Faith is a case where reading his blog stuff/articles basically give you a feel of the topic. And, a summary (like a few pages why such and such result isn't really originalism) is somewhat underwhelming. Originalism ultimately causes my eyes to glaze over -- it is like counting angels on the head of a pin and a lot of self-righteousness [which is one of the most annoying aspects of it] on a foundation of sand.
Satanic Temple Religious Liberty Argument vs. Abortion Law Fails
He is right specifically on how sometimes a comment is going to cross the line, especially one said on the fly. We say loads of things; one's overall record should be our guide. She brings a good perspective to Congress and will get pushback for saying things seen as unpleasant. And, unfairly (hey, Trump!) she will get some special attention, so to continue to be a respected voice, will have to take a bit more care. She can handle it.
In addition to the 72-hour waiting period, Missouri's informed consent law requires a woman to review a pamphlet about fetal development, including language that says life begins at conception. The woman must also be offered the chance to see an ultrasound and hear the baby's heartbeat.Not surprisingly, the Missouri Supreme Court rejected (the quote is from the article) a challenge by a member of the Satanic Temple to the state's informed consent abortion law. Rejecting both an Establishment Clause and a religious freedom challenge.
"Satanic" here is sort of misleading branding since the mission "is to encourage benevolence and empathy among all people, reject tyrannical authority, advocate practical common sense and justice, and be directed by the human conscience to undertake noble pursuits guided by the individual will." This probably is the point though I think there is some serious content behind their ironic name (less so Pastafarians or something). This is also the case, as I noted in the past, for "Universal Life" ministers that can be in effect self-ordained online and seen as something of a joke but later are popular wedding officiants as seen by a range of NYT wedding announcements as expressions of individual beliefs.
Anyway, the underling religious arguments are valid and especially with stronger RFRA claims (that go beyond what the Free Exercise Clause requires), there is a place for them. Harris v. McRae rejected specific Establishment Clause claims, not all of them, and didn't even reach the Free Exercise Clause for standing purposes. The dissent ignored the issue though Justice Stevens later flagged the first issue in various opinions. Also, in Planned Parenthood v. Casey, the fact abortion is basically a matter of conscience was also recognized. The claims here might be seen as "hey if Hobby Lobby gets protections, why not me" tit for tat that just underline the problems with the doctrine, but there is something to it.
The basic point is that the choices involved in abortion are deep down matters of personal conscience that quite often don't just have a by chance overlap with religious beliefs. Take the "human being" and "life at conception" message that is part of the case at hand. These are not scientifically neutral statements of fact or something. As expressed here, maybe the religious liberty claim is too weak (though if the state requires materials with it, the opinion is weak arguing it isn't really the state's message as such). But, it is still bad policy to require such divisive moral tinged messages, the words for many not applicable to fertilized eggs.
The overall question of abortion overall is even more freighted with religious significance and burdening the rights of some here is not only a free exercise problem. Again, maybe this specific case (that avoided the earlier standing issue because the woman wishing to choose made the claim, not some organization deemed not to have standing) is weak. For instance, just providing an option of an ultrasound (as compared to a law that requires it) is arguably protective of religious liberty. It still might be a problem because it is burdensome to clinics on other grounds.
Finally, as a state case, federal doctrine is not all that is at stake. The three day waiting period in general very well might be unduly burdensome, especially given specific facts, even under Planned Parenthood v. Casey. And, Justice Stevens' concurrence there specifically pointed out the problem and there the law was for one third as long:
The mandatory delay thus appears to rest on outmoded and unacceptable assumptions about the decisionmaking capacity of women... A woman who has, in the privacy of her thoughts and conscience, weighed the options and made her decision cannot be forced to reconsider all, simply because the State believes she has come to the wrong conclusion.Note again how "conscience" along with privacy/liberty and equal protection concerns are raised in this context. The line between "conscience" and "religion" is often thin,* especially when a person specifically raises it in a religious context such as here. The state court rejected the claim, however, because the three day waiting period did not have the purpose or alleged effect of interfering with her religious liberty. If someone had to wait three days to choose what religion to be baptized in, such an argument might be a tad weaker. Again, I think the argument has merit, but the best argument is against such a long waiting period in general. Still, WHY it is a problem will have a religious component.
A truly unduly burdensome abortion regulation very well in somewhat borderline cases can be more so if the person also has a religious liberty claim. This also would arise if for some reason state constitutional claims specifically are being made. Finally, however, the argument is likely best made when stronger ideologically based materials are at issue. The Supreme Court treating crisis pregnancy clinics differently here need to infect lower courts. Nonetheless, like back in the day how religious liberty was a factor in such things as integrated marriage, religion is part of the issue here. And, it is fine -- including to show how an evenhanded application of RFRA would work -- to push the issue.
* We often hear of "freedom of conscience" though traditionally that was assumed to have religious content. There is some concern that "conscience" is too open-ended, especially for certain types of exemptions. But, that often is a matter of the exemptions themselves (see, e.g., for vaccines).
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Equal Respect v. Being an Asshole
Justice Kagan in her dissent involving town meeting invocations cited their legitimate reach: "speak of the depths of [one's] life, of the source of [one's] being, of [one's] ultimate concern, of what [one] take[s] seriously without any reservation." Various governmental bodies include non-theistic invocations, but some people want to be assholes about it. Pure separation of church and state in practice won't happen for various reasons, but equal respect at least should be our goal. This works both ways -- have seen some liberals scornful of "religion" and I understand given how it is weaponized to harm (a few simply are skeptics). But, allies come in all shapes and equal respect should be our rule.
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Lincoln's Birthday
Great speech with continual relevance. Note he was a bit cute -- the Republican platform was a threat to the South/slavery -- he wasn't some professor giving a nuanced take here. But, the in depth discussion in a day when the Founding were still in direct memory is still powerful and raises themes that still arise. A passionate fact-based attack.
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Amy 2020
Harris excitement and Warren had passion with an economic focused message; Klobuchar was more of a sedate Midwest nice with possibility of just doing her job and being the President for everyone (Middle America?). The snow was a nice touch. Her laundry list of the usual proposals didn't do much for me. Earlier there was some reporting of her being an asshole boss which is valid though I'd like to hear about the others in comparison. Usual concern.
When Christians Were Jews: The First Generation
I noticed Lent starts a bit late this year, but read this book now anyway. Not going to respond directly to the review except to say that yes it could have addressed critics a bit more but did address matters (and said so) before in more detail(e.g., full books on Jesus and Paul). In that respect, it wasn't comprehensive or fully satisifying, but was overall an interesting read. Bart Ehrman, who has also wrote on the basic topics, had a supportive blurb.
Friday, February 08, 2019
SCOTUS Watch: Late Night Edition
As tends to be the case, the capital case of Domineque Ray (spoiler alert: he was executed last night) had various due process concerns. But, the matter at hand was a rather novel one -- could he have an imam present at his side instead of the Christian minister provided by the state. To be clear, it is not about only disallowing Muslim religious personnel. And, some years ago, the Supreme Court in Holt v. Hobbs protecting Muslim prisoners who wished to wear short beards for religious reasons. So, this seems like a fairly easy way for the Supreme Court to show they are consistent regarding religious liberty claims, instead of such reactions. Especially after the travel ban ruling.
The not overly liberal Eleventh Circuit basically so agreed in a strong opinion, holding that the result here favors one religion over another. It is unclear why the state could not tweak its process to carry out the prisoner's wishes. Thus, Justice Kagan (who rarely dissents in these late execution appeals) ala her Town of Greece v. Galloway dissent, provided an eloquent call for religious liberty, evenly applied. The majority (and often responses to these orders are merely "denied" or "we dissent") merely noted that the challenge was too late. Kagan dealt with that claim as well.
This case suggests the difficulties with usage of state religious officials, the specifics of this state's practices perhaps novel. This was also an issue, to again return to the legislative prayer conext, in the 1980s case of Marsh v. Chambers. Justice Stevens specifically noted that usage of a single chaplain of a particular faith for so long had a tendency to favor one religion in practice. Kagan's dissent in the later case was similarly moderate, accepting usage of legislative prayer generally, but critiquing the nature of the practice at hand. Religion is touchy and in practice nuance is key. Bending over backwards should not just occur when birth control is involved. The result is religious favoritism.
[It perhaps can be the case that the justices missed the religious liberty claim because all they saw was a late appeal in a death penalty case. They did protect prisoners in general, but this was someone due to die in a few weeks. Maybe. But, this didn't impress many who were appalled, including some who are conservative in general. Finally, compare the majority here with Justice Alito and Thomas flagging the religious and moral concerns of a constitutional nature in allowing non-lethal weapons. Which I respected; I even sent Alito a letter thanking him.]
The case getting more attention involved handling an appeal upholding a restrictive abortion law out of Louisiana that seemed blatantly in conflict with a 5-3 Supreme Court precedent from a few years ago. The lower court en banc (with a strong dissent) argued there were differences. How much that really matters is dubious but it flagged a quite possible means of not totally overturning Roe (Casey) but severely weakening it in practice. When a state might very well have one clinic, a "fetal heartbeat" law is not the only way to stop abortion rights in practice. There is a difference here, to be clear, but rights are not an all or nothing affair either. The test is after all "undue burden."
Since the membership of the Court has now changed, some are basically merely waiting for Roe to be gone. I think the rhetoric is a tad overblown, admitting that I can't get pregnant or anything. Again, we are talking about many laws that severely burden women here. This drip by drip approach has occurred since the 1970s. This case to me seemed like a landmine since it offered a chance for five justices to provide, as the law of the land, a weaker test (cushioned in so-called neutral fact based language or not). Not taking the case would send a signal, but not change the law. To me, this might be a best of a bad situation choice.
What we got last night was in effect a "to be continued," which on the abortion rights side per one account was "not nothing" but a limited win at best. The majority didn't even provide a brief comment this time so the reasoning is basically by implication. Basically, Roberts (and the liberals) appear to be saying that the law is dubious enough per the earlier precedent that it should not go into effect while the case is pending. The rule tends to be that this is done when there is a strong case of reversal, at least when the alternative would be burdensome to those affected.
It is rather risky, however, to assume that Chief Roberts would serve as the fifth vote to strike down the law. As referenced here, there is an argument that the state is more protective of the rights of doctors and abortion providers than Texas was, an argument that long term would seem to be a good "out" for Roberts. A sort of "minimalist" approach. The article also suggests how much respect we should give to Kavanaugh's "I'm just being reasonable here" dissent. If the law is unconstitutional, delaying striking it down, providing more chances for burdens because maybe the state will play nice, is basically the whole thing the original ruling meant to avoid. The dissent, however, very well might foreshadow the eventual approach on the merits.
The result sends a message to other judges that similar laws are at least dubious though again it has no formal legal meaning in that respect. It also shows that Roberts does not want to speed up things in regards to abortion rights. We will have another partisan gerrymandering case soon, in part since the Supreme Court has less ability to avoid certain voting rights cases. They took a Second Amendment case for full review after around a decade. A religious display case is coming. Hot button issues now that we have the start of a Trump Court will come. But, like driving on urban streets, Roberts rather it go a bit slow.
So, unlike the first case, this is a "to be continued."
Wednesday, February 06, 2019
Baseball Approaches
Moving past Super Bowl travesties, pitchers/catchers are due to report soon and we are about two weeks from televised Spring Training Mets games. Also, there is talk of a lot of changes including (whenever it comes) ending the DH in the NL. Ugh. There is also talk of each pitcher needing to face at least three batters. What of the LOOGY? Changes don't really sound that positive. Ending defensive shifts? Eh. Meanwhile, The Bookshop was a tad too precious quirky for me but nice lead and lack of a deus ex machina is honest enough. And Also: Book pile reduced a bit by a couple more not doing it. More to come. Skimming long RBG biography; doesn't seem worth a full read though has some interesting tidbits.
Saturday, February 02, 2019
Black History Month
Short month, so the news started early. Cory Booker declared his candidacy for POTUS, his specialty criminal justice, being a vegan and enthusiasm. Problems would include some connections to money and education ... and coming off as a bit too much of a showboat. Meanwhile, after remarks related to a proposed abortion bill, the governor of Virginia (D) got in trouble for a racist medical school yearbook from the 1980s. I'm wary about such ancient history (not attempted rape either) forcing him out though his attempts to explain it away today did him no favors. Plus, guess in this day and age, the taint means he has to go. And Also: No Human is Illegal is about an immigration lawyer in the age of Trump. Update: The governor just might hold on while someone else third in line mentioned (handling the announcement better) that he put on blackface himself back in college/1980. The lieutenant governor is accused of a sexual assault that happened fifteen years ago and of course came out AFTER his election in 2017. The responses (some at least) are starting to get a bit more reserved, wary about requiring people to resign (over focus on elections as deciders). My immediate wariness is starting to seem a good call. But, let's wait and see.


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Man Who Ate Free KFC For A Year By Claiming He's From Head Office Finally Gets Arrested
He tricked KFC employees by dressing sharp and arriving in a limo!
What would you do for an unlimited supply of fried chicken? One man decided to tell a local KFC that he has been sent from the head office for quality checks. As a result, he has been gorging himself on free fried chicken for a year before he was ultimately arrested.
The unnamed South African man had reportedly been telling employees of the fast food chain that he was sent from the KFC headquarters to conduct "quality checks." In order for him to do so, he would be given fried chicken so he can taste whether the product is up to standard. Although the frequency of the visits was never specified, the man had allegedly been doing this for an entire year.
The unnamed man tricked KFC staff by claiming he is making quality checks.
According to staff members, the man, who has been revealed to be a student of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, usually arrived in a limousine. He would also be well-dressed and speak confidently, and even present an ID from "head office." Needless to say, the con was so convincing that KFC employees always welcomed him.
"When he arrived we would all try to act our best so that we didn't piss off the man from head office – he was so convincing because he was so confident, and even colleagues from other branches of KFC know him," one staff member said. "When he came in, he rushed to the kitchen and checked everything, taking notes and then asked for samples of whatever he wanted. He probably worked for KFC before because he knows everything."
Unfortunately, the con only lasted for a year. The man has reportedly been arrested and is expected to appear in court for what he has done.
The story was shared on social media by The African Voice.
Interestingly, some people are quite impressed with the man's actions and believe he shouldn't be thrown in jail. On the other hand, a few netizens claim that what he did is still a crime and he should be held accountable for tricking KFC employees.
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Ebbw Vale 24-14 Newbridge
RARELY does one man dominate a rousing Gwent derby like this game at Eugene Cross Park, but Jason Williams condemned his former club to defeat with a brilliant display of outside-half play in difficult conditions.
For the first quarter Williams was rock steady in defence with some superb kicking out of hand and the odd strong tackle.
Then, as his forwards fought back, he punished Newbridge with his renowned place kicking which has made him the highest points scorer in league rugby, produced a variety of little kicks in attack, the odd break and, when Scott Headington pierced a tough Newbridge defence, was there for the scoring pass.
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Cornish midwife in final episode of SAS: Who Dares Wins
Published by Emma Carton at 7:30am 10th February 2019.
Meet Louise Gabbitas - the Cornish midwife who has reached the final episode of SAS: Who Dares Wins.
29-year-old Louise, who works at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, is one of the first female recruits to take part in the gruelling TV show.
The series follows a group of men and women from non-military backgrounds tackling the tough selection course.
On Sunday 10th February, we will get to watch which recruits have either passed or failed the course.
Louise, from Gwithian near Hayle, will face the Channel 4 show's final interrogation process on Sunday's programme.
She and three other female recruits have made it to the last stage, along with four male recruits.
Louise said it was one of the hardest experiences of her life, both physically and mentally.
She added that she felt incredibly proud that she took part in the first series ever to include females.
"I think midwifery comes with its own challenges and there's a lot of resilience and strength that I have to put into the job.
"I pride myself on being physically fit and mentally resilient but this was absolutely brutal.
"After the first 24 hours I honestly thought about quitting. But on reflection I can see how much I've gained and I would definitely do it again".
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There has been some criticism of the plans to allow women to join the SAS and other armed forces.
Ex Special Forces Ant Middleton said SAS selection was designed to push the most elite male soldiers to their limit and that 95% of the most elite athletes would fail.
Louise believes that women should be allowed to apply for selection and that if they passed on the same grounds as the men then they should be given the opportunity.
"I hope the programme inspires more women to take part in the show in the future".
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Date: 07/19/19 16:22
FL BrightLine looking at Boca Raton
Author: Lackawanna484
Several TV reports say that Virgin Train / BrightLine has had discussions with the ultra wealthy South Palm Beach County town about a new station. The interesting part is BL contacted the town.
In a recent opinion piece, a lawyer connected with Related Companies pointed out advantages to the town. Related owns property which could figure in a discussion.
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It's really awesome to see all the positive stuff coming out of Florida, keep posting it for the rest of us!
Now if they would stop at Del Boca Vista, I would move to Florida.
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Opposition to the BrightLine station plan seems to be building. Multiple TV outlets report that some speakers in yesterday's meeting opposed the "gift" of the library parking lot and garden to BrightLine, and the city's agreement to finance the pedestrian bridge between the platforms. BrightLine has has asked the city to pay for the parking garage, which BrightLine will operate. The mayor and some members of the council are strongly in favor of the proposal, and seek to develop an agreement.
My guess is that BrightLine may decide to move its station a few blocks into a much less densely developed area. And a site that doesn't require trashing a community garden.
If the train platforms are indeed on each side of the tracks, that would be a first. The three operational stations have center platforms, and the Fort Pierce draft showed a center platform, I believe.


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The open and closed qualifiers for ESL One Hamburg 2019 are quickly approaching, starting in less than three weeks.
The DPC 2019-2020 season won't be getting started until the first minor taking place in early November. But fans won't have to wait that long to see some of their favorite teams- and revamped rosters hit the stage in a premier LAN event.
ESL One Hamburg 2019 is slated to take place between October 25-27th as 12 teams will battle it out for the lion's share of the $300,000 prize pool.
Only one team - Virtus.pro - is confirmed so far. Seven other teams will be directly invited. Team Secret won last year's event, ESL One Hamburg 2018, as well as the last ESL event of the season, ESL One Birmingham 2019. Many fans are hopeful to see the European titans return to the stage and defend their title.
Four teams will have a chance to earn their spot through the regional qualifiers taking place in EU/CIS, NA, SEA and China. Despite Infamous' incredible run at TI9, there still is not an SA slot allocated for the event.
The open qualifiers will kick off in less than three weeks, starting September 20th.
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