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Review: Peth 'Merchant Of Death'
As someone who's spent roughly forty of his fifty-one (I can't fucking believe I just wrote that) years in the desert southwest United States, specifically next door to Texas, (New Mexico) I can say without hesitation that there's not much culturally from 'The Lone Star State' I care for. God, guns, and beef are three things I'm generally not interested in any way.
I will say, one thing Texas, and central Texas in particular, has always had going for it is rock & roll. Bands from Texas have usually featured a unique groove, a unique tone, and their own sense of weirdness and psychedelia unique to Texas. The Butthole Surfers and Roky Erickson/13th Floor Elevators instantly come to mind in the weird department. As far as heavy-ass, contemporary underground rock & roll Wo Fat are next level, and Mothership and Duel have both made quite an impact themselves.
Perhaps the next band to make a name for themselves in this state's rich history of underground rock & roll is Peth, a 'proto-metal' band from Lago Vista, Texas (just outside of Austin) who came together during the 2020 pandemic and have officially dropped their debut, Merchant of Death, on an unsuspecting public.
And proto-metal this most certainly is, sounding like it was shot through a portal from 1971, but with a touch of early '80s thrash. I'm instantly struck by Peth's guitar tone (try as I might, I was unable to track down the band members' names, and who's on what instrument). Judging from Bandcamp photos, Peth is a twin guitar attack, and both guitarists have their early '70s tones down to a T. They're warm, fuzzy, crunchy-as-fuck, and obviously retro, as evidenced by ripping, bobbing-riff, opener Dwarvanaught, a full-on, Vol. 4 style bash-fest if I've ever heard one. The rhythm section makes their presence felt too, as this drummer most definitely has his Texas, behind-the-beat-swing action intact. There're also some hints of early-thrash urgency at the end of Dwarvanaught too, Peth's twin guitar attack giving me mild Kill 'Em All flashbacks.
The Texas weirdness I mentioned earlier shows up on Amok as hints of aspooky, walking, garage rock track fall by the wayside as waves of Vol. 4/Sabotage-style riffage pour through the speakers along with a pretty aggressive bassline. Weird, and crushing, Amok is an early highlight. Abolish The Overseer (indeed) is a clinic in proto-metal, occult weirdness, and aggressive riff-mania. It must be noted that either Peth have two singers going on, again, I can't find band-member info or their one singer has a crazy range. The vocals on Merchant Of Death, and Amok in particular, alternate between a Bobby Liebling, occult-esque howl, and a weird, Screamin' Jay Hawkins talk/mumble.
proto-metal this most certainly is, sounding like it was shot through a portal from 1971…
Faces are melted instantly by the ferocious, grimy, intro-riffage of Let Evil In, before giving way to the weird, talking vocals again, before the colossal main riff swings back around, taking the listener out with a barrage of fuzzy riffs, leads, and bring-the-house-down rhythm cacophony. Stoned Wizard is a burning, riffing, bash-fest of a song, while the title track, Merchant Of Death is a blatant, homage to Black Sabbath's The Wizard, Peth doing their damndest to replicate Lord Iommi's early sound (impossible, even with two of these guys, but they definitely get an 'A' for effort).
The album closes with Karmic Debt, which hints at a trippy, doomy closer, before accelerating into an epic, riff-monster, as the weird talking/mumbling vocals re-appear as Peth rage their way to into a laid-back, Texas jam to close the song and album out.
Merchant of Death is a killer, heavy, crunchy, weird record made all the more commendable as this is Peth's debut. These guys definitely did not fuck around in crafting these sounds, as the songs are well-written, and well-performed, featuring many layers. And again, tonally, this thing is a monster, right up my alley sonically. It seems 'proto-metal' has practically become a sub-genre of stoner and doom in itself, as many bands these days are trying to replicate not only Sabbath, but Dust, Captain Beyond, and any and all of The Brown Acid–style sounds of the late '60s and early '70s as much as bands were trying to replicate Kyuss and Fu Manchu in the '90s.
Well, Merchant of Death completely succeeds at producing the sound and feel of that era, coupled with a generous dose of Texas weirdness, ZZ Top-style crunch, and Texas swing. Recommended. And, guys, how about some names on Bandcamp at a minimum, so proper praise can be given.
Label: Electric Valley Records | The Cosmic Peddler
Band Links: Facebook | Bandcamp | Instagram
Scribed by: Martin Williams


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Look back at the expressions in problem 2-135 that are not equivalent. For each pair, are there any values of the variable(s) that would make the two expressions equal? Justify your reasoning.
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There are few things in life more rewarding than growing your own plants. It's satisfying to see the fruits of your labor, and the experience can be quite therapeutic. Not only that, but it's also good for the environment! Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself while still maintaining a beautiful garden:
The benefits of Gardening
Gardening is good for you, the environment and your community.
Gardening can help improve your health by reducing stress, lowering blood pressure and improving energy levels. It also relieves depression, helps you sleep better, gives you something to do when bored (or in the case of kids: keeps them out of trouble).
Gardening helps clean up our local environment with reduced carbon dioxide emissions from using less gas/electricity to power lawnmowers etc. Gardening also reduces water usage by reducing time spent watering plants so more water goes back into rivers and lakes instead of going down drains into sewers where it gets washed away before it reaches lakes/rivers (this means less sewage needs treatment because there's less waste going into it).
Gardening helps improve mental health by giving people an outlet for their creative side – often this leads them from being a passive observer into becoming an active participant in what happens around them which improves confidence levels.
How to Care for Your Plants
Care for Your Plants
Plants need regular watering and fertilizing, pest control, and proper storage to stay healthy.
When you're planting flowers in the ground or in pots, it's important to choose the right soil for the plants and make sure that the soil is moist but not wet when you put them in the ground or into their pots.
Watering: Watering can help keep your plants healthy by keeping them hydrated. If too much water is used on a regular basis, this could lead to root rot which would cause damage to most plants that grow indoors; however some species such as African violets do better if they are kept slightly moist at all times during growth periods (such as springtime) but should never be allowed to sit in standing water due of potential root rot issues from being overwatered too often over prolonged periods of time which can kill off even hardier varieties."
How to Reuse Your Planters
- Use your planters to grow herbs or vegetables. You can use the planters to grow all kinds of herbs and vegetables. One of my favorite things to grow are strawberries, but that's just me!
- Use your planters to grow flowers. The easiest way is through seedlings, which you can buy at a local garden center or online. Just make sure that they're already in bloom when they arrive at your house!
- Use them for succulents! I love succulents because they're cute and easy-to-care-for plants that require minimal water and sunlight—plus, they won't die if you forget about them for a few weeks (or months). If you don't have any experience with gardening before now then we recommend starting out with something simple like cactus because there aren't many ways it can go wrong — those little guys love heat so just stick 'em near one window where there's lots of natural light coming through during most days (or morning hours only), then wait patiently until spring comes around again so that everything else starts growing again too."
How to Use Your Planter
Now that you've got your planter, it's time to get started. Here are some things to keep in mind when using your planter:
- Use the planter for plants! No matter what kind of plants you have in mind (herbs, flowers, vegetables or fruit trees) your planter is ready and waiting for them.
- The first thing to do once you're done planting is give each plant a little water until the soil is moist but not soggy. After this initial watering, avoid overwatering because too much water can cause root rot and other problems for your plants over time.
- Be sure to check on them regularly so that if one needs more water or fertilizer than another does you'll be able to provide that quickly without hurting any of them unnecessarily by giving them too much or too little at once.
How to Maintain your Garden
You should begin by making sure that your soil is healthy and free of pests. If it isn't, you will have to use organic fertilizers and natural pesticides to keep your plants healthy.
Be sure to water your plants regularly so that they can grow well. You should also make sure that there is enough sunlight for them too. Pruning is another important thing to do because it helps with air circulation around the plant which helps prevent disease or damage caused by pests in the soil or on its leaves!
You may want to consider using a drip irrigation system as well because this will help save water while still giving enough moisture for growth. Finally, you should use a soil testing kit in order for you know how much nutrients are needed before adding them through fertilizer applications."
Taking Care of Yourself
Taking care of yourself is an important part of plant care. You need to take the time to rest, recharge, and reflect so that you can be fully present for the plants. You also need to make sure your own needs are being met in order for you to give the plants everything they need. This means taking care of yourself physically through exercise, eating well, relaxation and meditation; emotionally through connecting with other people who can provide support when things get tough; mentally by reading or listening to podcasts about topics that interest or inspire you—anything that helps keep your mind active and engaged; spiritually by praying/meditating/contemplating on higher truths such as love and peace (or whatever beliefs uplift you).
The better we take care of ourselves as humans living on this planet, the better we will be able to take care of our environment—including all the plants we share this world with!
Taking care of yourself and the planet is simple when you stick to these tips.
Taking care of yourself is not hard, you just have to follow some simple steps.
- First, take care of your body by eating healthy food and exercising as much as possible.
- Next, put your plants in a planter that matches the color scheme of your home or garden.
- If you want to learn more about gardening, ask an expert gardener at the local nursery store or library for advice! You can also learn how to build your own planter box on YouTube!
It's easy to take care of yourself and the planet when you stick with these tips and tricks!
I hope that you have enjoyed reading this blog and learned something new about gardening. Gardening can be a wonderful hobby, but it is also good for your health, the environment and your community. As we mentioned earlier, plants can reduce stress levels and alleviate depression by releasing oxygen into the air around us. They also provide food for birds and other animals as well as beauty for our eyes! You don't need much space either so if you live in an apartment then start saving up those empty containers from takeout dinners now!


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Li Mega's CATL Qilin 102 kWh battery charges 10-80% in 10 minutes 36 secs [video]
You won't even have time to go to the toilet. 521.2 kW peak charging.
Exlantix ET with CATL's LFP 2.0 Shenxing battery charges to 80% in 24 minutes in -20°C winter testing
In normal conditions, Shenzign battery can add 400 km in 10 minutes.
New Zeekr 001 revealed with 95-kWh LFP battery for 722 km range
The facelifted Zeekr 001 has two battery variants, 580-kW peak power, and up to 750 km range. To launch in China shortly.
Porsche produces Macan EV with CATL battery
According to the report, CATL will supply batteries to Porsche's latest EV, Macan Electric.
CATL's CIIC skateboard chassis drives without body installed. Huawei might be the first customer
CATL's CIIC chassis has 1,000 km range and 10.5 kWh/100km energy consumption. To start manufacturing in Q3 2024.
Avatr 12 sedan started deliveries in China
Avatr is a former Changan - Nio joint venture. Later Nio was replaced by CATL. Avatr 12 has lot sof Huawei tech inside and no rear window.
CATL developed a skateboard chassis with a 1,000 km range, the first car to launch in 2024
It was never easier to build and electric car. So the next step for CATL is to develop a car, and automakers will just put their logos on it?
Stellantis aims to produce EVs with CATL's LFP batteries in Europe
"If you can't beat them, invest in them." Stellantis aims to build battery factory in Europe with CATL.
Avatr 12 launched in China with 578 hp for 41,265 USD
Avatr 12 from Changan, Huawei and CATL is finally launched with an air suspension and huge 35.4-inch screen inside the cabin.
Zeekr 001 FR with 1,247 hp started deliveries in China
The 105,800-USD sports car Zeekr 001 FR has started deliveries in China with 0-100 km/h acceleration time in 2.02 seconds.


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Acting For Theatre (Ages 9-12)
August 22, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$275Acting for Theatre
Monday – Friday
August 22nd – 26th
9:00am – 12:00pm
$275 + tax
In this weeklong class, students will get to experience the entire rehearsal to stage process.
We focus on the foundations of acting through games & exercises, script memorization, costumes, and character development.
Working as part of a cast, your child will bloom with confidence and boast life skills such as public speaking, problem solving and teamwork.
A final performance will be filmed and sent home for everyone to enjoy!


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The Red Sox rotation is now squarely in the middle of the American League rankings with a 4.65 earned run average. Every other playoff contender is ahead of them.
A 2-8 road trip that ended Sunday took the Sox from first place in the AL East to a tie for the first wild-card spot with the Athletics.
As the Sox open a three-game series against the Rays at Fenway Park Tuesday, the onus will be on their starters to get the team headed in the right direction again after losing nine of 11 games.
The starters are 1-7 with a 7.09 ERA and 1.53 WHIP in those 11 games and completed five innings only four times. Quality starts aren't always the most telling statistic, but the Sox have only six in their last 33 games.
There is hope. Eduardo Rodriguez, the scheduled starter Tuesday, pitched five scoreless innings and struck out 10 against the Tigers in his last start. It was a sign the lefthander had regained his form after leaving his July 23 start against the Yankees with a migraine.
The Rays are expected to start rookie righthander Luis Patino, who has a 4.42 ERA in nine games (seven starts) and will be facing the Sox for the first time in his career.
Patino was one of the three prospects the Rays obtained from the Padres for Blake Snell in December.
The first-place Rays have won four in a row.
Coaches in limbo
Bench coach Will Venable and first base coach Tom Goodwin remain quarantined in Canada Monday under COVID-19 protocols.
Venable, who has been vaccinated, had a breakthrough positive test over the weekend. Goodwin did not test positive but was deemed a close contact of Venable.
Manager Alex Cora suggested Sunday that the Sox would promote coaches from the minor league ranks to fill in until Venable and Goodwin are cleared to return.
Return from the rings
The Sox will have five players rejoining their minor league teams this week after playing for their national teams during the Olympics.
Triston Casas will rejoin Double A Portland after going 5 for 23 with three homers, a double, and eight RBIs for the United States. Casas was named to the All-Olympic team.
Infielder Jack Lopez played in all six games for Team USA, starting three times. He was 2 for 14 with two RBIs and is expected to return to Triple A Worcester.
Portland catcher Roldani Baldwin, Worcester outfielder Johan Mieses, and Portland reliever Denyi Reyes helped the Dominican Republic to the bronze medal.
The 26-year-old Mieses was 3 of 16 with two homers, four runs, and four RBIs for the DR, which rallied to beat Korea for its medal. Mieses had the game-winning hit, a two-run homer in the eighth inning.
Reyes appeared in two games, allowing two runs over 4⅔ innings and striking out four.
Utility player Joey Meneses rejoined Worcester last week after going 6 for 12 with a homer and four RBIs for Mexico, which went 0-3.
Stolen opportunities
Now that teams better understand the value of outs, stolen bases attempts have to be considered a sure thing, or close to it. The MLB success rate this season is 75 percent, a number all teams aspire to. The Sox are down to 65 percent, last in the American League and 28th overall. They have been caught 13 times, with Rafael Devers (5) and Christian Vázquez (4) accounting for most of them … The Sox have 48 games remaining, half against teams with winning records. Tuesday is the first of 10 games left against the Rays, an oddity considering they don't have any games remaining against the Blue Jays.
Peter Abraham can be reached at email@example.com. Follow him @PeteAbe.


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Download:Fire Emblem Blazing Stones: V1.6:
Greetings, FEU. Have you ever imagined what it would be like to use FE7 characters in FE8? Then you should use this hack. My first romhack is called Blazing Stones, and it replaces the vanilla cast of FE8 with all 44 of the characters from FE7. The majority of the script and the plot are still the same as in FE8. The supports and endings from FE7 were also imported into this hack. The changes to QoL (quality of life) brought about by this hack are listed below. The inclusion of the strong 10 additional characters could make the hack very easy. Therefore, I recommend you to play on difficult and Iron-Man this. I also included an alternative patch which includes the Japanese hard mode bonuses.
Character Replacements:
- Eirika > Lyn,
- Seth > Rath,
- Franz > Lowen,
- Gilliam > Oswin,
- Vanessa > Florina,
- Moulder > Serra,
- Ross > Bartre,
- Garcia > Dorcas,
- Neimi > Rebecca,
- Colm > Matthew,
- Artur > Lucius,
- Lute > Nino,
- Natasha > Priscilla,
- Joshua > Guy,
- Ephraim > Eliwood,
- Forde > Sain,
- Kyle > Kent,
- Tana > Fiora,
- Amelia > Dart,
- Innes > Louise,
- Gerik > Karla,
- Tethys > Ninian,
- Marisa > Raven,
- L'Arachel > Isadora,
- Dozla > Hawkeye,
- Saleh > Pent,
- Ewan > Erk,
- Cormag > Heath,
- Rennac > Legault,
- Duessel > Vaida,
- Knoll > Canas,
- Myrrh > Nils,
- Syrene > Farina,
Class Changes:
- Rath: Paladin > Ranger,
- Bartre: Journeyman > Fighter,
- Nino: Mage > Pupil,
- Priscilla: Cleric > Troubadour,
- Dart: Recruit > Journeyman,
- Karla: Mercenary > Myrmidon,
- Raven: Myrmidon > Mercenary,
- Isadora: Troubadour > Paladin,
- Legault: Rogue > Theif,
- Vaida: Great Knight > Wyvern Lord,
- Nils: Manakete > Bard,
- Hector: Ch3: Automatically from turn 1.
- Marcus: Ch5x: Automatically from turn 1.
- Wil: Ch6: Turn 1 appears as an NPC. Talk with Lyn to recruit.
- Merlinus: Ch7: Turn 2 appears as an NPC. Talk with Lyn to recruit.
- Karel: Ch10(Lyn): Talk with Karla. Ch13(Eliwood): Talk with Karla.
- Harken: Ch10(Eliwood):Turn 3 appears as an NPC. Talk with Eliwood, Marcus, Lowen, Hector, or Oswin to recruit. Ch15(Lyn): Automatically from turn 1.
- Wallace: Ch12(Lyn): Turn 3 appears as an NPC. Talk to with Lyn, Wil, Florina, Kent, or Sain Ch15(Eliwood): Automatically from turn 1.
- Geitz: Ch12(Eliwood): Appears as an enemy. Talk with Dart to recruit. Ch13(Lyn): Appears as an enemy. Talk with Dart to recruit.
- Jaffar: Ch16: Appears as an enemy. Talk with Nino to recruit.
- Renault: Ch19: Talk with Lyn or Eliwood.
- Athos: Final: Automatically from turn 1.
- All 44 of the playable FE7 characters have been added.
- New Classes: Three Lords and their promotions, Archsage, Bard, and Transporter which now can use bows, swords and staves.
- New Weapons: Mani Katti, Sol Katti, Wolf Beil, Durandal, Armads, Forblaze, and Aureola.
- Dancer Rings(Thor's Ire uses 15 > 25 Set's Litany uses 15 > 40).
- Support Conversations imported from FE7.
- Character Endings and Death Quotes imported from FE7.
- Preparation Shop Expanded: Restore, Unlock, Torch/Staff, Vulnerary, Antitoxin, Pure Water, Lock-pick and Keys.
- Rausten Vendor Expanded: Physic, Barrier, Hammerne, Fortify, Silence, Sleep, Berserk, Warp, and Rescue.
- Assassin retains steal skill.
Quality of Life:
- Skill System Patch: Convoy 100 > 200, Battle Stats with Animations Off, Talk & Weapon Warning Icons, Actionless Talk & Support, Select Enables Danger Zones, HP Bars, Growth Rates Stat-Screen, etc…
- L button to skip Animations.
- L button can cycle between enemies.
- L button on status screen switches to prep support screen.
- Fast unit/Text speed on by default.
- Forced units can change their starting position.
- Show Heal amount.
- Units can build twice amount of support points at 5 tiles.
- Riev and Hayden only now require 100 kills.
- Support and Sound Room unlocked.
- Master Seals replaced all promotion items.
- Restore staff range increased to 1 > 3.
- Unlimited S ranks.
Bugs and Glitches:
- Eliwood's or Lyn's promotion has a minor graphical bug.
- Potential issues with the character limit in the creature campaign.
Intelligent Systems.
Fire Emblem Universe.
Fire Emblem Wikis.
Fire Emblem Resource Repository.
Skill System Patch.
Additional patches from FEBuilder.
Old Download:Fire Emblem Blazing Stones: V1.0:
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Innovative Learning Grants
Innovative Learning Grants 2022-23
The Mountain View Los Altos High School Foundation awarded over $100,000 toward Innovative Learning Grants for the 2022-23 school year.
The Innovative Learning Grants are a competitive application process, and grant recipients are required to submit a written evaluation of their project's outcome within two weeks of completion of the project. "These grants are intended to foster innovation while cultivating exciting new collaborations among students. The projects may also serve as pilot programs which, if successful, could become part of the curriculum in the future," said Brigitte Sarraf, retired Assistant Superintendent of Education Services and current Director of Assessment & Accountability, who oversees the grant selection and evaluation process. Congratulations to the following grant recipients and projects approved in Rounds 1 and 2 for the 2022-23 school year.
Awards were based on the projects':
- scaling potential, such as incorporation into the curriculum, shared future use by others in the course team, and potential for replication across the district,
- impact on student learning, such as enhancing depth of knowledge, applicability to addressing real-world problems, interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving, and
- effectiveness in challenging students to make connections and discover alternative problem-solving.
Alta Vista Grant Recipients and Projects
Round 1 approved May 2022
- Bonnie Michalek & LIsa Falsetti, College and Career: visits and activities
Freestyle Grant Recipients and Projects
Round 1 approved May 2022
- Leslie Parkinson, Design/Photography: Mirrorless Digital Photography
- Tommy Cho, Animation 1 & 2: Animation 3D Model, Liquid Resin Printing, and Motion Capture
- Matthew Taylor, Film: Film High Production Camera to enhance senior narrative projects
- Leo Florendo, Digital Media: SF MOMA field trip
Los Altos High Grant Recipients and Projects
Round 1 approved May 2022
- Rober Barker, Film Analysis, New Media Lit & AP Literature: Audio equipment for 21st-century assessments
- Linda Hambrick, Environmental Science & AP: Making Science Accessible with 3-Dimensional models
- Persephone Hintlian, Heather Cisowski, Dan Carter, Erica Starks & Jen Royer, Study Skills Therapeutic Program: interactive therapeutic calming aids, field trips & transportation
Round 2 September 2022
- Rober Barker, Global Connections, Film Analysis, New Media Lit & Journalism: wireless mics for new assessment methods and projects
- Silja Paymer, Karen Davis & Stephen Hine, Physics: Project-based Learning Electricity & Magnetism Unit
- James Stiltner, Lisa Cardellini, Meghan Strazicich, and Greg Stoehr, Biology, ASI, AP Environmental Science, and Marine Wildlife Conservation Club: Resilient Corals
- Tory Johnson, Biology, AP Biology, BioTech, and Human Bio: Cell Culture and Protein Analysis
- Silja Paymer, Stephen Hine, Karen Davis, Science Department: Standardization of Lab Equipment for Vertical & Horizontal Align in Science
- Linda Hambrick, Environmental Science and Biology: Investigative Tools and Resources
Mountain View High Grant Recipients and Projects
Round 1 approved May 2022
- Lyudmila Shemyakina & Allison Pfeiffer: Honors Biology: Genetics of Fast Plants, using model organisms & PCR
- Julie McVay & Arielle Martinka, Honors Biology, Anatomy: Ultralow freezer to support Biotechnology Lab Activities
- Gina Dunsmore & Jonathan Bower, Physics: Pivot Software for interactive activities
- David Cmaylo, AP and Honors Biology: Central Dogma Modeling
- Gabi Elfenbein & Emily Schultz, College Prep for Special Education: Academic Communication for students with Autism
- Sukhraj Sohal, Biology: Exploring Protein Folding with models
- Ann Nguyen, Anatomy & Physiology, Digital Microscopy of Human Tissue Samples
Round 2 approved September 2022
- Marcey Winawer, Intro to Computer Science: Physical Computing with LArduinos(Linkbot and Arduinos)
- Lyudmila Shemyakina, Pre-Environmental Science, Biology, and Environmental Science: Alternative Energy learning sequence
- Tom Chang, Digital Art, Ethnic Studies, Photography, Journalism: "See Me" portrait exhibit
- Arielle Martinka, Biology: Comparative Anatomy – Skeleton Study
- Nicole Higley & Minako Walther, Japanese 1-4: Okinawan Studies through Traditional Music
- David Campbell, AP Spanish Literature and Culture: Field trip to exhibit at the De Young Museum
- Jonathan Bower, PreBiology, Biology, Biology honors, and AP: Exploring Evolution through Analysis of Hominid Replica Skulls
- Sukhraj Sohal, Chemistry and Chemistry Honors: Snatoms for hands-on molecular modeling experience


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- Always cook pork sausage to a minimum internal temperature of 160° F using a meat thermometer.
- Always cook chicken sausage to a minimum internal temperature of 165° F using a meat thermometer.
How to make Chicken Sausage Cordon Blue Dip:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). In a skillet, cook Premio Chicken Sausages until done, according to package directions. Drain well.
2. In a mixing bowl, add all remaining ingredients except Ritz crackers and chips; mix well. Add sausage and place in a small baking dish. Sprinkle Ritz crackers on top.
3. Place into preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove and serve with chips.


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This sale has now ended but American Airlines Is Now Offering Huge Savings On American Airlines Ski Fares (click for more details)
American Airlines is back with a new "Daily Deal" and today the airline is offering 40% off its Main Cabin fares to destinations all across the United States. As this is a daily deal the promotion will expire at midnight tonight Central Time so you only have a few hours to snap up a great fare if you're able to travel right now.
American Airlines 'Hooray For Hump Day' Promo
Headline Terms & Conditions
- Limited time offer.
- 40% discount applies to base fare only.
- Offer applies to Main Cabin fares only.
- Valid for one-way or round-trip travel.
- Discount will already be reflected on the fares displayed.
- No promotional code needed.
- Offer valid for reservations made in the US for flights originating in the contiguous 48 U.S. states to US destinations.
- Offer is valid for reservations made January 6, 2021 from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Central Time for travel from January 6, 2021 through May 31, 2021.
- This offer cannot be applied retroactively or to existing reservations.
- Offer is valid for Wednesday travel.
- Valid only on flights operated by American Airlines and American Eagle. Not valid on codeshare flights.
- Offer is not combinable with any other offer or promotion
Full Terms & Conditions can be found on the promotion page
Example Fares
Fares for roundtrip Main Cabin travel:
- Chicago – Phoenix from $62
- Chicago – Ft Myers from $90
- Dallas – Denver from $62
- Dallas – Orlando from $65
- Los Angeles – Chicago from $83
- Los Angeles – Philadelphia from $88
- Miami – Los Angeles from $62
- Miami – New York from $72
- New York – Chicago from $78
- New York – Miami from $62
- Philadelphia – Orlando from $62
- Philadelphia – Las Vegas from $105
Note: Despite not being part of this sale (according to the terms and conditions) there are also some good fares available to destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean.
Quick Thoughts
Today's American Airlines daily deal generous and tempting but it also has three downsides. The first (and most obvious one) is that you only have a few hours in which to decide if you can/should travel, where you want to travel to, and then book…but that's the whole point of "daily deals" so we can't really complain about that. The second is that the best fares appear to be restricted to travel on a Wednesday (that's a little annoying). And the third downside is that the deals are restricted to travel within the contiguous 48 states which rules out any great deals to Hawaii.
Still, 40% off the base fares is a very nice promotion to be offered so if you've been considering a trip within the 48 contiguous states, this is a sale you should probably be checking out.
Keep in mind that some areas of the US have strict measures in place to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (e.g. most of California is under a stay-at-home order of one kind or another and requires visitors to self-isolate upon arrival) so make sure you know what your chosen destination's current conditions are before you decide to book a trip (you may even need a negative COVID test to travel).
Don't Forget
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As we said earlier in the week, properly inflated tires are vitally important to your safety. Low pressure will affect your braking, acceleration, stability, cornering and fuel economy. The government instituted the TPMS mandate after the Bridgestone/Firestone tire failures on the Ford Explorer in 2000, a controversy that was partly attributed to inadequately inflated tires.
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Electronics Forum | Thu Jan 18 12:53:19 EST 2007 | Heywood Jablowme
What is your setting on screen mask printer, stering solder paste, profile reflow etc?
Electronics Forum | Thu Jan 18 12:07:52 EST 2007 | tonang
How to problem solved about production reject IC short? Please advice us about setting screen mask printer, stering solder paste, profile reflow etc Thank you for your attention and cooperation Best regard, Tonang
Electronics Forum | Fri Jan 19 14:32:35 EST 2007 | Mike Hunt
What pitch IC? Perhaps a nickel stencil will work. Are your board FR4? Warping the board could play a major factor in solder shorting.
Electronics Forum | Fri Jan 19 14:29:19 EST 2007 | I.P. Freely
What is the part designator? A lot has to do with that. Also, is this a double sided reflow board. Perhaps you need to change your process to accept two heat cycles simultaneously. Solder thieves should work. Check the archives.
Electronics Forum | Thu Jun 13 21:44:21 EDT 2002 | jkhiew
Hi all, * Defect : termial to terminal touching btw two melfs body that created short circuit. * Clearance : 0.8mm btw two melfs body. * Size melf : diameter=2.4mm to 2.7mm, length=4.8mm to 5.2mm * Stencil opening : "v" shaped to minimise component
Electronics Forum | Wed Jun 12 22:35:03 EDT 2002 | jkhiew
We had alot of problem with melf diode short together after reflow soldering. The clearance is about 0.8mm & we used "v" shaped opening . PLease comment !
Electronics Forum | Thu Jun 13 11:25:40 EDT 2002 | davef
Help us understand your situation by telling us about: * Is this a terminal-to-terminal short on a single MELF? Or is this a terminal-to-terminal short between or than one MELF? * Clearance of 0.8mm is the distance between what features? * Size ME
Electronics Forum | Thu Aug 30 20:35:51 EDT 2012 | davef
A common bottomside heater configuration is IR-Convection-Convection. One of the big advantages of the IR zone is its ability to allow the flux carrier to spread and dry slowly before the board reaches the convections zones, which can blow wet flux c
Electronics Forum | Fri Jun 14 14:25:05 EDT 2002 | davef
Good job clarifying things. So, your MELF are just rolling off the pads. So much for the rocket scientist that talked you into those �V� shaped apertures, eh? [Or taking it the other way: Wow, just think how bad it would be if they weren�t worki
Electronics Forum | Sat Jun 07 04:01:56 EDT 2008 | carmanah
Hi all, Need advice how to fix RJ45 short issue after wave solder m/c .Few actions taken to resolve this issue but the outcome was inclusive which was 1. Modify wave pallet 2. Change conveyor setting from 0.8meter/minute to 0.7 meter/minute 3. Clear


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Things are heating up in the SEC as reports emerged Friday that
football coaches aren't happy with how the conference has
handled schedule changes amid the pandemic.
Tensions erupted Thursday when several coaches lashed out at SEC
officials during a call over their explanation of how the two
cross-divisional games were picked, ESPN reported.
The conference announced in late July that it would move to a 10-
game schedule that eliminates all non-conference opponents for
the fall season, which is set to begin Sept. 26. Last week,
officials announced the two additional games, although they did
not say how those opponents were picked.
Sources told ESPN that several coaches were upset with the lack
of specifics, saying the process could be seen as "corrupt." One
coach alleged "favoritism was played."
"There just wasn't a lot of clarity and transparency on how they
arrived where they did on the two extra games, and that rubbed a
lot of people the wrong way. ... The call got pretty wild. It
would have been a good piece of reality TV," one coach told ESPN.
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said at the time that the schedule
was built around the uniqueness of playing football in the
middle of a pandemic while still trying to maintain
"We made every effort to create a schedule that is as
competitive as possible and builds on the existing eight
Conference games that had already been scheduled for 2020," he
said, according to CBS Sports. "This schedule is a one-year
anomaly that we have developed under unique circumstances
presented by the impact of COVID-19."
While no names were given, some schools that may have taken
issue with the cross-divisional games could include Arkansas
will have to play Florida and Georgia and Missouri who will now
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According to the second bulletin of phase one of the Christmas operation "Awareness for Life, Christmas, and New Year 2022-2023," the Emergency Operations Center (COE) reported 18 deaths as a result of 77 traffic accidents on Christmas Eve. According to the report, 57 of the 77 traffic accidents occurred during the operation, with motorcycles, six light vehicles, four runovers, and four heavy vehicles involved.
"There have been 77 traffic accidents during operations on highways, highways, streets, and avenues, resulting in 18 deaths; nine of these accidents occurred within the road safety device and nine occurred outside of it," said the entity's director, Juan Manuel Mendez.
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Sola Oni argues that NGX should not be allowed to lose its original identity
It used to be a great privilege and status symbol to work at The Nigerian Stock Exchange up till 2010, before the palace coup at the board sent virtually all of us in the management packing. The rest they say is history but our sympathy for the system remains absolute. During our days, staff attrition was almost nil, except internal restructuring that occasionally affects a couple of staff but not to the level of 'earthquake'. The Exchange that time , a not-for-profit organisation, operated Departments and later upscaled to Directorates, but the heads report to the incumbent Director General.
It is heartwarming and commendable that the demutualisation of The Exchange, which was initiated during our administration, became operational in March 2021, under the new Management. The new structure of NGX, led by the Group Chief Executive Officer, Prince Oscar Onyema, comprises three wholly-owned subsidiaries: Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), the operating exchange; NGX Regulation Limited (REGCO) and NGX Real Estate Limited (RELCO). Given the Exchange's mode of operation, the organisation is supposed to be attractive to the future drivers of the economy- Millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alfa, to build a career. But the spate of staff attrition in the last two years suggests that all is not well in the market. Since demutualisation is just two years old, one can argue that it is too early to assess the relevance or otherwise of the new group structure of the Exchange. However, if morning shows the day, there is a need to examine what is fast becoming an underbelly of the group structure, the implications on the Exchange that promises to be the Nigerian investment gateway and the way forward.
The CEOs of the three subsidiaries do not report to the Group CEO. The companies operate in silos with individual Board and Management. Since 2010, CEOs of NGX at different levels have been coming from outside . Given the current structure, if Onyema retires, I do not think his successor will automatically come from within as the job will likely be advertised. This implies that internal staff shall have to compete with the external applicants, an indication of lack of succession plan in an organisation whose business is highly technical.
The seemingly unattractive work environment that is unfolding at NGX has raised a red flag to suitability and sustainability of the group structure. The Nigeria Exchange Limited may be making money through listing and trading charges but are the other subsidiaries financially viable? Do they have enough staff to generate income ?
At the pace that NGX is going, staff morale is dwindling by the day. The glamour of working at the Exchange is diminishing. There is nothing wrong with a group structure if it is properly managed. Singapore Exchange Limited (SGX Group) operates a conglomerate of nine divisions. Each division handles specific businesses. The market trades in equity, fixed income, currency and Commodity. But the divisions do not operate in silos. Brazilian Stock Exchange demutualised in 2007 and operates a comfortable group structure.
In a group structure which is practised by some leading companies in Nigeria, every staff belongs to the group. They are technically on secondment to the subsidiary and the group Chief Executive Officer is the most senior CEO. The Group CEO can emerge from the CEO of any subsidiary as leading a subsidiary is a tutelage to lead the entire group.
The group structure model of NGX appears strange and therefore esoteric. It is at variance with all-known models in this era of dynamic and flexible management system. There is a compelling need by the various Boards and Management of each entity to address the ugly situation . It's either the NGX model is badly implemented or deliberately created to weaken the system and make it attractive to corporate raiders.
Corporate raiders are always on the prowl.
They simply need to pick up the holdings many shareholders, especially institutional ones at premium through a crossed- deal without infringing on the easy-to- breach Rule 17 of NGX which deals with issuers' information disclosure. FMDQ is already poised to execute the hatchet job. For a valid peer review, FMDQ's silver spoon background should be discounted from its financial muscle. Its heavy weights are some of the key drivers of the Nigerian fiscal and monetary policy. It is only in Nigeria where one can be a judge in his own court. After some initial resistance from the shareholders, FMDQ had in June this year snapped up 16.61% holdings of Artemis Limited and 5% stake of Leadway Insurance, totaling 21.61 % in CSCS through NASD PLC. FMDQ shot into fame with trading in debt instruments when it came on board.
Those who understand the market history will agree that trading in debt instruments was the strength of The Nigerian Stock Exchange during its formative years. It was more popular than equity when uncle Olutola Mobolurin and his peers were actively engaged in manual trading. But at a point, the infectious share purchase through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and rise in the activities of shareholders' associations overshadowed trading in debt instruments and the market became top-heavy in equity trading . FMDQ took advantage of the niche market. Currently , the bankers are the ones mainly reaping the dividends of the debt and currency market to the exclusion of the stockbrokers. It is not too late for NGX to reverse the trend.
The acquisition of CSCS shares would have been achieved about two years ago but for the Otunba Abimbola Ogunbanjo- led Board that strenuously resisted all the moves by FMDQ during his tenure as the President of the mutual NSE . As a seasoned corporate lawyer, he knew the implications on the future existence of the Exchange. His voluntary resignation as the Chairman of NGX PLC last year was a great sacrifice to douse the raging tension ahead of the Annual General Meeting. He shall go into the Exchange's history as the last President of the mutual Exchange and the first Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group PLC under demutualisation. By virtue of the monopoly it enjoys in the debt and currency markets, FMDQ has acquired sufficient financial muscle to launch a hostile takeover of NGX and turn it into its subsidiary.
It must be noted that the current management of NGX is doing a lot to further globalize the operation, increase market capitalization, boost capacity and democratise investments across financial assets. But NGX is a global brand and should not make itself a target for acquisition. The current structure is a booby trap. As a low – hanging fruit, it does not diminish the Exchange's stature if the subsidiaries are turned into departments while the organisation operates a single but professional Board with eyes on corporate governance. This will enhance efficiency, save cost, create a level playing field for all staff and strengthen the substance and essence of the position of the Group Chief Executive. This is a tough option that may likely hurt certain top positions and affect some staff. But it is the reality.
Today, NGX is no longer a monopoly exchange and stockbrokers are multi-dimensional professionals. They can trade on FMDQ, NASD PLC, Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) Afex and other platforms, including offshore. But NGX is a legacy that should not be allowed to lose its original identity. It is the face of stockbrokers. Its existence is a product of the sweat of different generations. If the current situation is not addressed, Stockbrokers may wake up one black day to discover that NGX is no more. At 62, it will be an irony of history if the premier Exchange in Nigeria surrenders to corporate raiders and loses its global identity, which has been rising for over three decades. The forefathers of this citadel of capitalism shall weep in their graves.
Oni, an Integrated Communications Strategist, Chartered Stockbroker and Commodity Broker, is the Chief Executive Officer, Sofunix Investment and Communications


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The vacuum cleaner is your partner in the battle for your dustbin, and it really is the best tool for the job. It's not really the best tool for dusting. You can use it for that, but a dustbin is all you need for dusting.
Vacuuming is one of the most important steps to cleaning a vacuum for many reasons. First of all, vacuuming is great for removing dust, dirt, and grime from your vacuum bag. This usually takes less than 30 minutes, and you can do it with anything, but especially a new vacuum. But it also helps to remove small particles that can cause a build up of dust and dirt.


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The movement of cash out of the account of the former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, was the subject of disclosures by a Zenith Bank official as his trial and that of his personal assistant, Sampson Okpetu, and two companies: Samtee Essentials Limited and Pasco Investment Limited continued on Wednesday, before Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja.
Remigius Ugwu, a compliance officer with Zenith Bank told the court how funds were moved from Turaki's Zenith Bank account to different bank accounts.
According to him, on January 19, 2015, N359, 104,000.00, (Three Hundred and Fifty-nine Million, One Hundred and Four Thousand) was transferred to the minister's account, revealing that before the transfer, the balance in the account was N2, 614.38 (Two Thousand, Six Hundred and Fourteen Naira, Thirty-eight Kobo).
He further disclosed that on January 22, 2015, there was another transfer of N45million from one Abdullahi Bagudu's account. Fifty Million Naira (N50million), he said, also moved from the account to that of Titus Okunriboye on January 27, 2015, while SAMTEE Essentials Limited got N20million.
According to the witness, between 2018 and 2019, Zenith Bank received a letter from EFCC, requesting to be furnished with Turaki's account details, including the account opening package, statement of account and bank instruments of eight customers, which the bank obliged the EFCC.
Abdallah presented the documents as exhibits, which were admitted in evidence by the court.
Upon cross-examination by defence counsel, Joe Kyari Gadzama, SAN, the witness told the court that he was not aware Turaki had any other bank account, apart from the one he tendered before the court.
The trial was adjourned till September 24, 2020, for continuation of trial.
The EFCC is prosecuting Turaki on 16-count charge, bordering on misappropriation of fund to the tune of N714, 670, 014.87 (Seven Hundred and Fourteen Million, Six Hundred and Seventy Thousand and Fourteen Naira).


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On the first Monday of 2023, Priyanka extended New Year greetings to all saying, "I am ready for you...(flexed biceps emoji) first Monday of 2023! Happy new year everyone." 2023 is going to be a special year for Priyanka as she will be seen in two important projects 'It's All Coming Back To Me', and the series 'Citadel'.
'It's All Coming Back to Me' will release in the US on February 10, 2023. The movie is based on the 2016 German film SMS fur Dich by Karoline Herfurth, Deadline reported.
Chopra plays a woman struggling to move on from the death of her fiance. To cope, she begins sending messages to his old phone number, which has been reassigned to a new man (Sam Heughan). The two meet and develop a connection based on their shared heartbreak.
Speaking of 'Citadel', it's a science fiction drama created by Russo brothers. Richard Madden is also a part of the show.
On the Bollywood front, Chopra is expected to start shooting for Farhan Akhtar's directorial 'Jee Le Zaraa' in 2023. The film will also star Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. It is an all-female road trip story.


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Dread and "Tyson's Turn" my favorite Writers of the Future story
Guest blogger Scott T. Barnes
Back in 1985, when I was still in high school, someone gave me the very first volume of Writers of the Future. In it, I discovered a science fiction story very different from the high fantasy which I had been reading voraciously, those 800-page tomes in vogue at the time. This little story took all of 23 pages and I have never forgotten it.
In Michael D. Miller's "Tyson's Turn," the world has divided into stark, black-and-white lines of vocation. Imagine if unions controlled every single aspect of society and you'd start to understand. The Cooks and the Servers. The Psychologists, Social Workers, Office Managers, and Bookkeepers, each group with their respective Clients. The Cops and their counterparts the Criminals. All socially engineered to be perfect at what they do; all of them in a ferocious battle royal for the crumbs of a burned-out society.
Enter Tyson, a Tough Cop patrolling an interstate that goes nowhere, who gets a lucky break. A Drifter on his infrared. Only this Drifter doesn't rabbit like he should; he practically invites Tyson to pick him up. Strange. More than he seems, this Drifter. But as an experienced Tough Cop, Tyson knows a few tricks as well.
After a brief chase, Tyson bags the Drifter, locks him in the backseat behind the thick wire mesh … but not before the other vocations get wind: Doctors hungry for Clients, Firefighters hungry for Victims, Criminals looking for Bait, anyone who could make a buck by bringing in a real-live Drifter. All these vocations were supposed to work like cogs in a wheel, but there was never enough work. Never. And so Tyson has to outrun and outthink the others, and oddly, the Drifter starts advising him. Helping Tyson the Tough Cop lead the others down forgotten, dangerous paths in his powerful police cruiser. The Drifter leading the Cop deeper into the decaying, urban labyrinth.
Dread builds from the first paragraph, increasing the sense that something is off about this Drifter, that the Cop is descending deeper and deeper into the Drifter's web, that his very Toughness has become a weakness, and only at the end, too late, will Tyson realize what really lurks in the backseat behind the wire mesh.
In fact, I was thinking of "Tyson's Turn" when I wrote the story "The Mark of Blackfriar Street," which Writers of the Future judge Kevin J. Anderson purchased for the anthology Pulse Pounders: Adrenaline.
Scott T. Barnes is a winner in L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 28. He has published short stories in venues ranging from BuzzyMag.com to the anthology History and Horror, Oh My!
Most of Scott's work is in the speculative realm, from science fiction "The Last Job" to fantasy "A Hero's Wish" to magical realism "Charlotte's Cove," about as far from his rural roots as imaginable. Or perhaps not so far, as country life provides plenty of opportunities for adventure and wonder.
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By: Courtney Henson
As we continue to face insane things, the girl's basketball team perseveres through it all. Playing through winter break and into the new year, we continue to be amazed and proud of the girls.
On December 11, the Pleasanton Varsity, JV, and Freshmen basketball teams faced the Hondo Owls. The Freshmen team blew through Hondo with a score of 53-13. The JV team came out on top with a score of 23-21. Unfortunately, for the Varsity team they were not able to catch a win, finishing the game with a score of 49-29. On December 12, the Lady Eagles fought hard but were not able to come out with a win against A.C. Jones Highschool. The freshmen team won 33-17. The JV teams lost 28-16 and the Varsity team 57-36. On December 15, with Christmas break rolling around, the Pleasanton JV and Varsity teams faced Blanco High School. The JV team fought hard and finished strong with a score of 27-12, getting a win. Sadly, the Varsity team fell 49-24. On December 22, the Varsity team faced Fox Tech Highschool, successfully securing a win with a score of 55-30. On December 29, with the New Year around the corner, the JV team rose above Somerset getting a 22-19 win. Unfortunately, the Varsity team was not as lucky, falling under with a 57-19 loss. On January 2, 2021, as the new year began, the lady Eagles fought hard against Bandera. Sadly for them, neither team was able to pull a win. The JV team lost alongside the 44-37 Varsity score. On January 5, the Lady Eagles faced Cuero Highschool, both the JV and Varsity teams falling short of a win, but the Freshmen team secured another win. The JV team fell just short at 32-24, and the Varsity team at 44-26. The freshmen winning 33-31. Next on January 8, the teams faced La Vernia. Although the Eagles fought hard, the Bears fought harder. The Freshman team lost 29-27, the JV teams lost 51-21 and the Varsity lost 54-42. January 12, against Navarro Highschool, all teams played very intense games. The Freshmen lost 27-23. After going into overtime, the JV team barely fell 31-30 against the Panthers. Although the Varsity team fought very hard as well, they ultimately lost 40-27. On Tuesday, January 19, the Eagles faced Gonzales High school. Unfortunately the Eagles Varsity team was not able to pull a win, losing 37-29. Luckly, the JV team was more successful, securing a 42-26 win, as well as the Freshmen team winning 50-14. On January 22, The Eagles faced the Cuero Gobblers, unfortunately for the Varsity team and the JV team, the Gobblers put up a fight. The varsity team lost 27-24, and the JV 35-33 . Luckly, the freshman team won 36-26.
Although this season hasn't gone completely as anticipated, head coach, Coach Rentfro, is still very proud of the teams. Facing Covid-19 regulations and a tough region, the Eagles have done amazing things. "It's been a wild season due to Covid. It's been a real test to our patience and adaptability." states Coach Rentfro. While this year has been very different, Coach Rentfro is still able to find the good in the season, stating, "My favorite part of the season has been seeing the team give everything they got game in and game out. It's been great to have so many girls step up in different ways to help the team." Through the hardships of this season, the girls continue to improve, "The team has definitely let the game slow down and not rush possessions." states Coach Rentfro. "We are making reads more quickly and trusting their abilities." As the season continues on, the team and Coach Rentfro remain very optimistic about the season, when asked about the furthering season Coach Rentfro says, "I look forward to competing in our district and ending our playoff drought. We have one of the tougher districts in Region 4 4A, with all our opponents currently being ranked or at some point this season. Iron sharpens iron, so facing tough competition can be a great opportunity to get better."
As the season progresses and the Eagles advance further, they will continue to fight hard. As stated by Coach Rentfro, "None of this is guaranteed, especially this year, and any chance to be on the court is a gift." Good job on your season so far and good luck in the games to come. And remember ladies, in the words of Coach Rentfro "You're lucky to play basketball today, and I'm lucky to coach you." Pride! Pride!


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What Is A Credit Card?
A credit card is a payment card that allows the holder to borrow funds from a financial institution (such as a bank) up to a certain limit. The borrower can use these funds to make purchases and repay them with interest over time. Credit cards provide convenience, allowing users to purchase without carrying cash or writing checks. Discover the secrets of credit cards and unlock your financial potential at Credit Cafe.
Credit cards also offer several benefits, such as rewards programs, fraud protection, and building a credit history. However, misusing credit cards could lead to debt and financial instability. Some common mistakes people make when using credit cards include overspending, only making minimum payments, and missing payments altogether.
Types Of Credit Cards
Credit cards have become an integral part of our lives, but not all types of credit cards are the same. The different types offer varying benefits and features to consumers depending on their needs. Some common types of credit cards include:
1. Rewards Cards:
These cards allow users to earn points or cash-back rewards for every purchase they make using the card. Points can be redeemed for goods, services, or even airline miles.
2. Balance Transfer Cards:
These credit cards allow users to transfer high-interest balances from one card to another with a lower interest rate for a certain period (usually 12-24 months) without incurring additional fees.
3. Secured Credit Cards:
These cards require a security deposit as collateral in exchange for a low credit limit and help individuals establish or rebuild their credit score.
4. Student Credit Cards:
Designed specifically for college students, these credit cards offer lower limits and fewer fees while providing financial education resources.
Credit Scores And Limits
Credit scores and limits go hand in hand regarding credit cards. Your credit score determines the maximum amount of credit you can have on your card, also known as your credit limit. The higher your score, the more likely you will receive a higher limit. Conversely, a lower score may result in a lower limit or even being denied for a card altogether.
It's important to keep in mind that exceeding your credit limit can negatively impact your credit score. This is because it indicates that you are not effectively managing your finances and may be at risk of defaulting on payments. It would help if you aimed to use only 30% or less of your available credit to maintain a healthy balance between utilization and available funds.
How They Affect Your Credit Cards
One of the ways that credit card rewards and perks can affect your credit cards is by increasing your spending. Many people may be tempted to overspend to earn rewards or access certain benefits, which can lead to carrying a balance on their cards and paying more interest fees.
Additionally, some rewards programs may require you to spend a certain amount to earn the rewards, which can also lead to overspending. Another way that credit card rewards and perks can affect your credit cards is by impacting your credit utilization ratio. Don't let credit cards intimidate you! Economics And Money is a website to empower you with expert insights.
This ratio measures how much of your available credit you are using, and a high ratio can negatively impact your credit score. If you use your credit card frequently to earn rewards or take advantage of perks, it's important to ensure you are not approaching or exceeding your credit limit.
Avoiding Debt And Improving Credit Score
Making timely payments is one of the best ways to avoid debt and improve your credit score. Late payments can harm your credit score, so making them on time every month is essential. If you're struggling with paying off debts, consider consolidating them into one payment or negotiating with creditors for a lower interest rate.
Another way to improve your credit score is by keeping your credit utilization ratio low. This ratio shows how much of your available credit you use at any given time. Ideally, it would be best to keep this ratio below 30%. Also, avoid opening too many new accounts simultaneously, as it can negatively impact your score.
Finally, regularly monitoring your credit report will help you spot errors or fraudulent activity that may harm your score. You can request a free copy of your report from each of the three major credit bureaus once a year and review it for inaccuracies. These steps can help you avoid debt and boost your creditworthiness over time.
In conclusion, credit cards are a useful financial tool that can help you build credit and make purchases conveniently. However, it is important to use them responsibly to avoid accumulating debt and damaging your credit score. Some tips for responsible credit card use include paying off the balance in full each month, keeping track of spending, and avoiding high-interest rates. Knowing these fees beforehand and budgeting accordingly can avoid unnecessary expenses. Unleash your financial prowess by unraveling the mystery of credit cards with Eden Investments's guidance.


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In the world that we live in, getting quick financial assistance is important to allow one to meet there financial obligations. In Kenya there are financial apps that give Kenyans a quick and easy way to get credit.
These apps are owned by tele-communication companies, bank and fintech companies. The beauty of these loan apps is that one can apply and get quick approval and that you also get to enjoy flexible repayment plans.
We are going to review different loan apps that are available to you.
Types of Loan Apps in Kenya
There are three types of loans offered through mobile apps. These loans are
- Safaricom mobile loans
- Loans through banking apps
- Loan through fintech companies
Mobile Loans By Safaricom:
Safaricom is the leading telecommunication company in Kenya. It offers mobile loans through its apps. Specifically, the loan app on their platform are:-
M-Shwari is a Kenyan mobile banking service operated by Safaricom in partnership with Commercial Bank of Africa. It gives instant loans to M-Pesa subscribers. The amounts given are calculated based on the transaction history, saving and credit worthiness of the mpesa user
Fuliza on the other hand is an overdraft facility that is available to mpesa users. It allows the person to complete transactions even when they don't have funds in their mpesa wallet.
The amount borrowed is automatically deducted when the user's M-Pesa account is topped up. The overdraft amount is calculated based on the savings, transaction history of the mpesa user.
Mobile Loans By Kenya Banks
Quite a number of banks in Kenya have developed apps that give out loans to their customers in a convenient manner. Here are a few examples:
KCB M-Pesa
KCB m-pesa is run by KCB bank in collaboration with Safaricom. It also gives instant loan to KCB customers based on the mpesa transaction history and credit worthiness
Co-op Bank MCo-op Cash
This app is available to customers of the Cooperative Bank of Kenya. Customers are able to enjoy banking services such as loans. The loan amount is also based on their transaction history and their savings in the same bank
Loan Apps Fintech Companies
Fintech companies in Kenya have introduced loan apps that leverage digital technology to provide quick and accessible loans. These companies give you loans without CRB checks. Some popular examples include:
Tala (formerly Mkopo Rahisi)
Tala is a popular loans app that uses other forms of data such as mobile phone usage and financial behaviour to determine how much loan you're going to be given. You get to enjoy unsecured loans with flexible repayment terms
Branch Loan App:
Branch is another well known loan app that gives its subscribers small, short-term loans. It uses data from the user's smartphone to assess creditworthiness and offers instant loan disbursement.
Okash is a loan app owned by Opera, a Norwegian software development company. It provides instant loans to individuals based on their financial behavior and creditworthiness.
These are some of the examples of loan apps that are available to the Kenyan population.
Other Mobile Loan Apps
There are many other loan apps in the market which include:-
- Zenka
- Zash
- Apesa
- Saida
- Haraka
- Zidisha
- Utunzi
- Shika
- iPesa
- KashPlus
- Berry
- Whiz
It's important for you as a user to do proper research and borrow finances that serve you well plus you also need to do proper research on the reputation and lending practices of your loan provider.
Importance Of Loans From Apps In Kenya
Whether it's covering unexpected expenses, managing cash flow gaps, or seizing opportunities, having access to timely funds is essential.
Having quick access to funds is essential in the economy that we are in. Loans are important in covering expenses that are unexpected, allow you to manage your cash flow gaps and also allow you to seize opportunities that present themselves to you.
There are a number of factors that reveal how important it is for you to be able to accept quick funds. These are:-
Life is unpredictable and financial emergencies can occur which can catch someone when they are not financially stable. Having access to funds will allow you to handle financial emergencies that occur from time to time.
Such emergencies include a sudden loss of income, vehicle repair, or even a medical emergency which demands that you have access to funds to solve these problems without delay.
Opportunity cost
In the world where opportunities come fast, you have to be quick in order to grab what is in front of you. You may get the chance to invest in a promising venture or a limited-time sale so having the opportunity to get money to quickly invest in these ideas is important so that you dont miss out.
Getting financing from banks is a time-consuming process that is normally bogged down by so many obstacles.
Having access to these platforms that give you loans is a good thing because they eliminate the need for you to go to banks that will demand you fill in application forms and deal with annoying managers.
Getting quick access to financial assistance will allow you the flexibility to manage your finances. You will be able to address the immediate needs that you have without necessarily disrupting your long-term financial goals.
You will get access to short-term borrowing to bridge the gaps that you might have with the option of repaying the borrowed money within a specified time period thereby reducing the long-term financial burden on your life.
Surge of Mobile Loan Apps In Kenya.
Now let's discuss the surge in mobile loan apps in Kenya. Kenya has witnessed a remarkable growth in mobile loan apps, which are smartphone applications that provide small, short-term loans to individuals.
This interest in moline loans can be attributed to several factors:
Mobile penetration:
Kenya has a high rate of mobile phone penetration, with a significant portion of the population owning smartphones. This widespread adoption of mobile technology has created an ideal environment for the development and growth of mobile loan apps.
A lot of Kenyans have a mobile phone and within this segment there is a huge proportion that own smartphones. This has created the perfect environment for the development and growth of mobile loan apps
Financial inclusion
Many Kenyans were excluded from the traditional banking services for a number of reasons such as lacking collateral or having a bad credit history. Mobile loan apps came up as a solution to bridge this gap by giving Kenyans accessible financial assistance to people who were shunned by the mainstream banks.
Convenience and speed
Mobile loan apps are very convenient and easy-to-use. They give Kenyans a fast way to access funds plus the application process is easy and is done through the app eliminating the need for one to physically go to a bank.
The approval process in most cases is normally automated and applicants are able to get the money through their mobile wallet or bank accounts within a few minutes or hours.
Informal sector support
There are many Kenyans who are engaged in small-scale business or self-employment. Many of these people have been shunned by the traditional banks and mobile loan apps have made it easy for them to get financing for their businesses. This access to capital allows them to purchase inventory or invest in their businesses
On the flip side, easy access to loans through mobile apps has also raised legitimate concerns. Many of these apps charge very high interest rates and employee aggressive debt collection measures.
It is therefore important for Kenyans to exercise due diligence and carefully review the terms and conditions under which they are borrowing these loans.Kenyans should also choose reputable apps the practise responsible lending practices
Overall, the rise of mobile loan apps in Kenya has helped address the need for quick and hassle-free financial assistance, contributing
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Non-Jewish Help Around the House
Because of the prevalence of non-Jewish domestic help in Jewish households, we will discuss some of the issues that can arise and some solutions. Some of the halachot discussed here are repeated from earlier chapters for the sake of clarity.
This section pertains only to non-Jewish employees. In regards to a Jew who is not religious, one is advised to discuss the particulars of each situation with a rabbi.
Bishul Akum in the House
If non-Jewish domestic help cooks for you, one potentially has the prohibition of bishul akum on the food that was cooked. There is no practical way for a non-Jew to cook for a Jew, unless the food can be eaten raw or is unfit to be served to a king, as discussed in the section on bishul akum. So, a housekeeper may fill an urn or reheat precooked food, but may not cook or bake most foods from scratch.
Additionally, a housekeeper can make tea or coffee for reasons discussed previously. Even if the housekeeper made the food for themselves and had some leftover, it is prohibited for the Jew to eat it, and the pot needs to be koshered. If the Jew turned on the oven (and according to some poskim if they set a timer for the oven to turn on) the housekeeper may place the food in the oven after. However, the Jew may not place food in the oven and have the housekeeper turn on the oven later. If a non-Jew used your pots and pans to cook food they must be koshered.
Food and Utensils
There is a rabbinic edict regarding meat left alone with a non-Jew, prohibiting the meat because of a concern that the kosher meat may have been switched with non-kosher meat.[1] The original edict was referring to a wild animal or bird that had non-kosher meat in its mouth. The animal or bird might take the piece of kosher meat and drop the piece of non-kosher meat in its place. This edict is only relevant if meat was left in a place where animals can enter and leave freely, and is generally not relevant in our times.
There is a separate edict forbidding food left alone in the presence of a non-Jew, which is derived from the edict regarding meat which may have been switched by an animal or bird.[2]
There are two qualifications for food to become forbidden; there must be benefit to the non-Jew from switching the food,[3] and the food must be left completely in the care of the non-Jew without any supervision.[4]
For example, if the housekeeper does not have lunch and wishes to make food, there is a clear benefit for them to use a pot or pan. Similarly, if the housekeeper wanted some chicken soup, and felt it lacked flavor, the housekeeper might add butter or milk to the whole pot to improve their portion, thus benefitting from prohibiting the kosher food.
It is possible to say that the edict regarding food which may have been switched would not be applicable in our homes, because a non-kosher species' meat is significantly different than kosher meat, and kosher meat is not qualitatively better than non-kosher meat.[5] The same is generally true of other non-kosher food, if it is the same type, it is generally not better and there is no benefit to be had from switching it. If it is a type of food that is inherently non-kosher it would be recognizably different from a kosher food that was in the house.
There is a separate concern regarding utensils left in the care of a non-Jew. One may not leave utensils in the care of a non-Jew, even if they don't have a clear benefit from using it.[6] It is fairly easy to make the utensils non-kosher, such as by reheating non-kosher food in them, cooking in them (which would present a problem of bishul akum), or cooking dairy in a meat pot. One should consult a rabbi regarding which precautions one should take when having non-Jewish domestic help.
Only food or utensils that were left in a non-Jew's total care are an issue. The definition of left in their care is if they can tamper with the food or use the utensils with no fear of being caught. There are two ways to accomplish this. One can be in the house when the housekeeper is around. For this, even a child is enough, provided that the child is old enough to know what the housekeeper is doing. There is a dispute whether this age is nine years old,[7] or as long as the child is bright enough to recognize what is happening in a way that the housekeeper would be nervous to do things in front of the child.[8]
Alternatively, one can go in and out of the house at random. This works only if you come and go frequently, meaning you are in the house every eighteen minutes or less.[9] If you cannot be in the house frequently consult a rabbi for possible solutions.
Yayin Nesech – Wine of a Non-Jew
The Torah forbids benefitting from wine that was poured for avoda zara – idol worship.[10] Rabbinically, drinking wine that a non-Jew touched or may have touched is forbidden, even if the non-Jew never had ownership of the wine, because we are concerned that he may have poured a minute amount of wine for idol worship, forbidding the entire bottle.[11]
There are two types of contact between a non-Jew and wine which can create yayin nesech. The first type of contact is if the non-Jew touches the wine itself. Touching the wine means that the non-Jew either touched the wine itself with his finger, or moved the wine by means of an object such as shaking the bottle or mixing the wine with a spoon.[12]
If the bottle of wine was sealed, then shaking it would not make the wine prohibited.[13]
The second type of contact to make the wine forbidden is if the non-Jew drinks from the wine, even if he did not touch the remaining wine, and did not move the wine in the bottle in any way.[14] Even drinking from a bottle through a straw would prohibit the wine.
Only wine that is not mevushal (cooked) can become yayin nesech. Wine that is mevushal does not become prohibited when a non-Jew touches it. The reason that mevushal wine is excluded is because wine which is cooked is of inferior quality and is unfit to be poured for idol worship.
There is a dispute among the poskim of our times whether pasteurization gives wine a mevushal status or not. Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach[15] and Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv[16] rule that pasteurization does not lower the quality of the wine. Further, pasteurization is so commonplace today, that the wine would still be considered worthy of being poured for idol worship. Rabbi Moshe Feinstein[17] rules that pasteurization is enough to lower the quality of the wine to mevushal status.
Because of the prohibition of yayin nesech, one may not leave wine alone with a non-Jew. All the options discussed previously in regard to permit food and utensils left with a non-Jew would apply by wine.
Only wine which was left in a non-Jew's total care will be subject to the prohibition of yayin nesech. If the wine was not under the total care of a non-Jew, and the non-Jew was instructed not to touch the wine, there is no concern that the wine became forbidden, unless one specifically knows that the non-Jew touched or moved the wine.
For further elaboration on leaving something in the care of a non-Jew, and possible solutions, see Non-Jewish Help Around the House: Food and Utensils.
Ne'emanut – Trust
A non-Jew, or a non-religious Jew, is not believed in areas of halacha, whether to forbid or permit something. Meaning, if a non-Jew said that a food with no identifying kosher symbols that they brought to the house was kosher, they are not believed, and the food is forbidden to be eaten. Similarly, if a non-Jew said that they accidentally poured milk into a pot of kosher chicken soup, they are not believed and the soup is still kosher.[18]
[1] חולין צה.
[2] עבודה זרה לא.
[3] יו"ד סי' קיח סעי' י
[4] מבואר שם
[5] תשובות והנהגות ח"א סי' תפו
[6] שו"ע יו"ד סי' קכב סעי' ט, ועי' אג"מ יו"ד ח"א סי' סא
[7] ט"ז יו"ד סי' קטו ס"ק ה, ש"ך שם ס"ק יב, ערה"ש שם סעי' ח
[8] פרי חדש סי' קטו ס"ק ט
[9] גר"א יו"ד סי' קכט ס"ק ב
[10] עבודה זרה כט:
[11] טור יו"ד סי' קכג סעי' א
[12] שו"ע סי' קכד סעי' יא
[13] שו"ע סי' קכה סעי' ט
[14] שו"ע סי' קכד סעי' יא
[15] שו"ת מנחת שלמה קמא סי' כה
[16] קובץ תשובות חלק א סי' עה
[17] אגרות משה יו"ד ח"ג סי' לא
[18] ש"ך יו"ד קיח ס"ק לח, ועיין ערה"ש יו"ד סי' קיח סעי' לו וז"ל שם, "דאם הישראל מבין מדבריו שיכול להיות כן כגון שאמירתו הוא שלא על דרך השחוק והנקימה אלא דרך התוודות וכה"ג בודאי שצריך לחשוש ולא לאכול דכללו של דבר בענין נאמנות דאף שמדינא אינו נאמן מ"מ אם מבינים לפי ההשערה שאינו משקר צריך להאמין"