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Magimix Food Processor 3200 (12 Cup) White by Robot-Coupe
This powerful food processor made by Robot-Coupe of France, is a quality appliance from a manufacturer known for Commercial Grade Cooking Equipment. This is an extremely powerful but extra-quiet machine includes a number of commercial grade components and accessories for a wide variety of uses. The 3 Tier bowl system let you make small, medium or large size recipes like pastry dough, mayonnaise, chopping nuts, or making vegetarian loaves. It can even knead bread dough in small quantities. The main difference between the 3 models is the size of the bowls. This is the smallest of the 3 and is perfect for couples or small families.
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Main bowl - 2.6 Litres, Midi bowl 2.2 litres, Mini bowl 1.2 litres, recipe book, spatula, triple pusher, extra-large feed tube, sebatier main blade, mini blade, dough blade, egg whisk, blender mix, 2mm and 4 mm slicing and grating discs
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5 egg white
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Many entrepreneurs require funding for their company or idea. Although funding may not always be a necessity as early on as many founders think the large benefit that it does offer is the fact that with funding, things can executed either much more quickly, be launched on a much larger scale, or both. Before deciding what type of funding that you may need, it is important to discover what type of funding options you have.
In our Startup Funding Demystified, series we uncover the inner workings of one of the most sought after things in entrepreneurship. Funding. Whether you are only an aspiring entrepreneur or have already started a company we are presenting some valuable information that will help anyone in their journey.
See also: 50 Hacks for Bootstrapping Your Startup
So what is Bootstrapping?
Quick Definition: According to Investopedia, bootstrapping is "A situation in which an entrepreneur starts a company with little capital. An individual is said to be boot strapping when he or she attempts to found and build a company from personal finances or from the operating revenues of the new company."
Analysis: Bootstrapping is the most attainable option for first time entrepreneurs to move forward with their ventures. This often inspires creativity as bootstrapping entrepreneurs don't have the resources that well funded ventures do, but they still plan to make it as successful as possible. This forces entrepreneurs to reach their goals by other more creative means, which require little to no money. Here is a list of pros and cons to evaluate when considering bootstrapping.
PRO: Greater Focus
Bootstrapping can also take out another pressure point of many startups which is having to impress investors to raise funding. This often will split an entrepreneur's time between focusing on creating a great product that customers love, and focusing on trying to impress investors. Entrepreneurs that are bootstrapping essentially only have to focus on pleasing one group; their customers. If an entrepreneur can successfully bootstrap, they will often end up with a great product and loyal customers. It can give you greater control over your project.
CON: Time
When bootstrapping a company, time is usually a large obstacle that you have to overcome. You often have to keep your day job and work on your project on the side. This leaves a minimal amount of time for you to devote, especially if you have other obligations in your life. This then leads to your project taking a longer period of time to execute; sometimes years.
PRO: Easier Pivoting
Without pressure from investors, stakeholders, and a board of directors you can pivot much more easily. Having executive power over your project can prove to be beneficial as you continue to get customer feedback.
CON: Lack of Investor support
More times than not, investors provide more than just money. They usually provide valuable and strategic connections to people such as additional investors, possible team members, advisors and even to larger organizations which my buy your company. In many cases, the connections made through investors have played a key role in the success or failure of a companies.
PRO: You don't dilute your ownership
In connection to the lack of pressure from investors, you also enjoy the benefits of not having to give up equity in your company. If you become successful bootstrapping you can seek additional funding whenever you need it, but in most cases investors will end up taking less of your company while doing so on your terms. This is due to that fact that your company will be in a later stage, and will have already achieved a certain level of success, which makes the investment much less risky for investors.
CON: Personal risk
When bootstrapping you stand to gain a lot more if your company is a success, but you also stand to lose a lot more if things go south. Your venture often will require some monetary investments which, of course will have to be taken care of by you. On top of that, many entrepreneurs at some point take the leap to pursue their project full time; which can be more risky for you especially if your company doesn't yet have enough profit to pay your bills.
Bootstrapping a startup can be a very beneficial option for many entrepreneurs if they can execute it successfully. These are some pros and cons that should be weighed if considering bootstrapping instead of seeking funding immediately.

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Woman living with face blindness: 'Everyone's a stranger'
WHAT is it like to live with face blindness? Here Hazel Plastow tells the agonies of not recognising her own family.
For an estimated one in 50 recognising their family members is a daily challenge
RECOGNISING our nearest and dearest comes naturally to most of us. But for an estimated one in 50 like Hazel Plastow, a 57-year-old charity executive from Caterham in Surrey, face blindness challenges her daily.
Hazel has a curious condition that means she is unable to recognise her husband, parents, friends and colleagues. She can't even identify her own face in a photograph. Face blindness, or prosopagnosia, is a spectrum condition that can affect someone relatively mildly or, as in Hazel's case, severely.
Yet despite its relatively high prevalence, the condition remains fairly unknown. A new support group, Face Blind UK – established by a group of people with the condition – hopes to raise awareness and highlight support and coping strategies for those in need.
Hazel first learned about face blindness four years ago after hearing a radio report on an American research project. Understanding completely what she heard, she contacted a researcher specialising in the condition at the University of London and was diagnosed.
It was a huge relief. "It shows people it isn't just that you aren't trying hard enough," Hazel says. "Without knowing there is a reason, you end up doubting yourself."
The frustration felt by herself and others towards their inability to recognise anyone has been lessened by the understanding that the condition is permanent and beyond their control.
"It's like being short. You wouldn't criticise someone for that," she says. Hazel is now also more able to control her own anxieties: "I used to get a lot of panic attacks in a crowd. If I was with a friend, I wouldn't know if I had lost them. Now I can make sense of the feelings and I panic less."
But the feeling of disorientation remains a familiar one. "Your reality is shifting all the time," Hazel says. "We were at a family meal recently and I thought the waitress had come over. Actually it was my sister but I hadn't seen her get up from the table."
In a few cases, face blindness develops after a brain injury such as a stroke (known as acquired prosopagnosia), but the vast majority of cases are lifelong – due to a particular part of the brain not having developed in the normal way.
Hazel has had the condition as long as she can remember and as a child, she was always seen as very shy. "All my life I have been fitting around the face blindness," she says.
Hazel Plastow can't even identify her own face in a photograph
At school, she always sat at the back and was only able to form a few friendships: "I was very insecure in the social melee, even in a small school, and I relied heavily on the routine and context to try and work things out."
Often, she explains, prosopagnosics seek out the company of people with distinguishing features. One boyfriend was six foot four with a large beard. "That was easier. It gave me more confidence walking into the pub to meet him," she laughs.
As she grew older, Hazel found her condition increasingly limiting. The developing relationships and social life of the late teenage and early adult years were stressful. "I worked very hard at covering up," she says. "I thought everyone else was just better at social things."
Hazel has developed many tactics to help herself: "Often I can tell from the way someone acts that I must know them. I have people walk up and hug me but I have no idea who they are. I ask general questions hoping for clues – some family names or something." On many occasions, though, she says she walks away none the wiser.
At work – where she regularly has to attend meetings and conferences – she is particularly good at remembering names and uses notes and diagrams as triggers. "I jot down glasses or some other feature – obviously I have to be discreet, though. I smile and say hello to everyone in the coffee queue because I have no idea. It makes me quite a good networker."
I used to get a lot of panic attacks in a crowd. If I was with a friend, I wouldn't know if I had lost them
But people can take offence when she is unable to recognise them. "Some people seem to take it as a sign of how much they mean to me," Hazel explains. "They will say, 'But surely you know me.'
It makes it hard to admit that you don't."
Certain settings are particularly challenging. "Funerals are the worst. It isn't the place to start talking about your own issues and there are people you ought to know and people you've never met."
At her mother-in-law's funeral last year, Hazel found herself in conversation. "I asked the woman how she had known Muriel. She was my cousin."
Dr Sarah Bate, director of the Centre for Face Processing Disorders at Bournemouth University, believes awareness of prosopagnosia is growing, slowly: "It is perhaps where ADHD was 20 years ago." There is, she says, much work to be done.
In particular, she wants understanding of the condition to grow in schools and nurseries. With prevalence as high as two per cent, it's likely that most schools will have face-blind children.
"Without understanding and support, young people can experience difficulty in making friends, social anxiety and depression," says Dr Bate. "We work with teenagers who tell us they are unable to form relationships and fear they'll make errors that ruin their chances. The adults who come to us say they want to make it easier for the next generation."
There is currently no treatment, and patients approaching their GPs are referred to university researchers rather than medical specialists (assuming they are given any referral at all), but Dr Bate says departments such as hers can really help.
They can suggest compensatory strategies to ease social difficulties and create support networks among those with the condition. Schools and workplaces can be asked to use seating plans, name tags, even coloured ribbons or badges for children, to help them identify others.
Dr Bate hopes the growing body of research will lead to better support. Developmental prosopagnosia was thought to be rare until the start of the century, when the internet led to a deluge of reported cases.
"But a lot of people still don't realise they are different. They assume everyone recognises people by their hair, their shoes, their voice," she says.
Researchers are trying to identify why the condition develops. "The area of the brain responsible for face recognition doesn't function in the normal way," says Dr Bate. "There is no actual brain damage but some sort of development abnormality."
In some cases, there appears to be a genetic link, with the condition running in families. An early history of visual problems is also common.
"In childhood, it appears critical to have normal interactions with faces. If that is missed, they may miss a window for developing normal face-recognition skills," explains Dr Bate.
How severely an individual is affected varies widely: "We have parents who can't recognise their children. One mother told us she went to the wrong child at the nursery. That is very hard emotionally."
It is, Hazel Plastow believes, easy to underestimate the impact of the condition. "Children, in particular, are very vulnerable," she says. "They can feel lost and alone. That is why we need to talk about it – we can change that."
For more information, see faceblind.org.uk and prosopagnosiaresearch.org.
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I am part of the magazine.co.uk Blogger Network and I am so happy to share my first post with you all! Here are my top tips for 'sale' shopping ♥
'Buy with judgement, wear with intention'
–Journalist Eric Pritchard, 1902
Flicking through the latest issue of Grazia, I find myself mentally making my wish-list from the best picks in the 'sales' edit on page 28. All of which I love but not all of it do I need.
The big end of season sales generally come around twice a year and savvy shoppers will trawl their way through the rails – both real and online – picking up bargains.
As easy as it sounds, I assure you it is not. I'd suggest setting the following ground rules before setting off and braving those 'sales'… to read the full article and all my tips take click here
I am a finalist for the Beauty Blogger Awards and over the moon! Thank you to all that nominated me, I would be really grateful if you could please vote for me here, under the Best Designed Beauty Blog category. Please also be sure to follow me on Instagram and Twitter for instant updates that go beyond the blog ♥


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"Hello guys and welcome to creating cloudy mountain in vue 6 infinite, well vue is one of the most powerful 3d applications in creating Haze and Fog, waterfalls, lushi green trees, plants, bushes, landscapes and allot more vegetations, while ago I have read an article on the official website of Vue it was about the movie (Pirates of the Caribbean's Part 2) Hollywood (ILM) (Industrial Light and Magic) they have used this piece of software for creating lushi green trees, plants, bushes, haze and fog, landscapes, waterfalls and allot more, which were not possible without Vue. So, I decide to create a tutorial on this for our cgarena readers. Let's get started."http://www.cgarena.com/freestuff/tutorials/misc/cloudymountains/index.html
Creating Cloudy Mountains
Written June 18th, 2008
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Publications by:
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Iyer, J., Delpachitra, S., and Rane, A. (2012) Successful reconstructive surgery to alter distorted vaginal axis causing apareunia. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 32 (5). pp. 494-496.
Delpachitra, Seth (2011) Enforcing medical treatment under the Involuntary Treatment Order: an ethical dilemma? Australian Medical Student Journal, 2 (1). pp. 56-57.
Talukder, D.Y., and Delpachitra, S.N. (2011) Multicentric Castleman's disease in a hepatitis C-positive intravenous drug user: a case report. Case Reports in Medicine , 2011. 567840. pp. 1-4.


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Blanket scarves are a giant version of a scarf that are so big they could even be used as, you guessed it, a blanket. They're warm, cozy, comfortable, and wonderful, and are very trendy for the fall and winter. You can wear them in different ways, for example, as a shawl, belted, snowman-style or just wrap it around and go ahead. I'd like to share some awesome looks with such scarves for this fall.
Wrapped Around
This is the most popular way to wear a blanket scarf, it gives you a feeling of comfort and looks good. Wrap the scarf three or four times around your neck and then tie in the front, just one knot. You can create any kind of look wrapping a scarf around your neck. Wear jeans, leggings or skirts, sweaters, sweater or denim dresses, add ankle boots and cover your neck with your blanket.
Put the middle of the scarf at the back of your neck and pull it like a halter top. Then belt it loosely around your waist and then just slightly cross it over, almost like a wrap dress. You can wear your scarf like this with dresses and skirts, it looks very feminine. Another idea is to wear jeans, ankle boots and a simple tee and cover it with a blanket scarf belted.
Leave the scarf over your shoulders and around your arms almost like a kimono vibe, it gives warmth and comfort. You can wear any outfit and a shawl over it, it's for coziness and comfort. If it's chilly at the office, just throw it on your shoulders and you'll feel comfy.


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What's ON TV
TV highlights for the week of Nov. 7-13. Shows listed are not necessarily recommended by the Monitor. All times are Eastern; check local listings.
National Football League (CBS, 4:15-7 p.m.): They were supposed to be replacements, now they seem irreplaceable. The New York Jets' Vinny Testaverde and Buffalo Bills' Doug Flutie, each of whom is 5-0 as starters, face-off in a battle of comeback quarterbacks. New York hosts.
A Knight in Camelot (ABC, 7-9 p.m.): It's not totally whoopee. The script is weak. But it has its charming moments of spectacle set in medieval scenery. Whoopi Goldberg is a 20th-century computer scientist who is flung back in time to sixth century England. In this Disney remake of Mark Twain's "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court," Goldberg shares present-day culture such as the boogie and Bruce Lee with knights. Also stars Michael York as King Arthur, Amanda Donohoe as Queen Guinevere. (TV-G)
Mega Tech (TLC, 8-11 p.m.): Explore the underground of New York City, where 32 million miles of wires, cables, and steam lines keep everything running, sometimes as far below as 67 stories. This three-hour engrossing documentary explores this and other astounding feats of engineering such as the Cold War's missile sites and the projects of the US Corps of Engineers. (TV-G)
Mama Flora's Family (CBS, 9-11 p.m.): Author Alex Haley's final work gets star treatment with a cast that features Cicely Tyson, Mario Van Peebles, Blair Underwood, Queen Latifah, and Della Reese. The four-hour adaptation takes up where the "Roots" saga left off. The story spans half a century and examines the challenges faced by Matriarch Mama Flora (Tyson) and her family in mid-20th century. Part 2 airs Nov. 10. (TV-PG)
The X-Files (Fox, 9-10 p.m.): The wait is over. And it doesn't disappoint. In the gripping series' sixth opener, Mulder (David Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian Anderson) search for an alien creature loose in Arizona, and also try to protect a young boy whom the Smoking Man (William Davis) is using to communicate with the extraterrestrial entity. Mimi Rogers returns as Agent Fowley and Wendi Malick of "Just Shoot Me" makes a guest appearance as head of an FBI review panel. (TV-14, V)
Chihuly Over Venice (PBS, 9-10:30 p.m.): Glass artist Dale Chihuly goes on an international adventure creating large glass sculptures in Ireland, Italy, Finland, and Mexico, working closely with glass artisans in each country. This show is the first high-definition television (HDTV) program ever to be nationally broadcast. (TV-G)
Frank Lloyd Wright (PBS, 9-10:30 p.m.): Ken Burns's newest documentary, made with Lynn Novick, is a gripping story about the greatest of American architects. Two Parts.(See story left.) (TV-PG)
Mystery! The Life and Crimes of William Palmer (PBS, 9-10:30 p.m.): For the first time Mystery! presents a true story of crime in two 90-minute installments. The film opens in 1840s Victorian England with Keith Allen playing a surgeon who uses poison to settle scores. Part 2, next week. (TV-PG)


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A deep conditioning treatment for a deep Reparation of the damaged hair structure. It contains Coenzyme Q10 that gives immediate softness and manageability to hair that has been damaged by chemical and thermal processes. Enriched with Mineral Salts that create an optimal base for the absorption of the following SPA Treatment.
Instructions: Apply after shampoo on wet hair. Gently massage and comb. Leave in for 3/5 minutes. Rinse well and proceed with treatment.
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A man is a serious condition in hospital after being discovered unconscious outside a bar in Ayrshire following an attack.
Police were called to a report of the man lying unconscious outside a bar in Largs, North Ayrshire, early on Sunday.
The emergency services attended The Lounge bar on Main Street at 1.10am and the man was taken to Inverclyde Royal Hospital for treatment to a serious head injury.
He has since been transferred to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where staff describe his condition as serious.
Detective Constable Grant Currie said: "We are in the initial stages of the inquiry and we are trying to establish the circumstances of what has happened and exactly where it happened.
"A young man been attacked and has suffered a significant head injury. I am appealing to people who were out and about last night in the Main Street in Largs to contact us.
"Perhaps you saw something which didn't seem important last night but in light of the attack on this young man, your information could prove vital to helping us establish what has happened and trace whoever is responsible for this attack."
Police can be contacted on 101 or information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


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Candy Florale is the latest from Prada, and it's the second flanker to 2011's Prada Candy. First, a quick recap: I liked Prada Candy. It didn't make my buy list when I reviewed it, but I ended up buying it later that year all the same, and while I have no good excuse — it was an impulse buy, pure and simple — I do wear it from time to time.1 If I had my druthers, which I rarely do, they'd have done a 'Noir' or 'Intense' sort of flanker. Something a bit more sophisticated, a bit less sweet? Instead, last year they did Prada Candy L'Eau, a lighter, fresher version, ruined (for me, at least) by an overly dryer-sheet-ish white musk.
Candy Florale "evolved from the concept of an imaginary flower created especially for Candy".2 Early on, the notes were reported in the press as limoncello sorbet, peony, benzoin, honey, musk and caramel; but the Prada website (and Sephora) list cedrat, cosmos, benzoin, caramel and white musk. Take your pick, it makes no difference: this is a sheer, "pink department store perfume flowers" sort of scent, with some muted "lemon" in the opening (it smells sort of like lemon air freshener), a light and airy peony-ish floral blend in the heart, and a pale, lightly sweet musky finish with just the slightest vague hint of the caramel / root-beer base of the original Candy and Candy L'Eau. If you liked Candy or Candy L'Eau, there's no particular reason to think you'll like Candy Florale, or that you'll even recognize it as belonging to the same family. If you found both too sweet, fear not, Candy Florale is not about the candy. I suppose you could say it's about the flowers, if by flowers you mean "pink department store perfume flowers".
Verdict: Reasonably pleasant and wearable, and possibly just right if you need a light, fresh, girly-but-office-friendly floral for summer. Still, meh, except I also said meh about Bvlgari Omnia Indian Garnet last week, and even Omnia Indian Garnet has more verve and personality than Prada Candy Florale. One of the reasons I love Prada as a perfume house is that while they've done any number of fragrances I don't adore, it's rare that they do trite. With apologies to any fans, Candy Florale, to me, is just that: trite.
Have you smelled anything wonderful from a mainstream brand this spring? So far, I'm finding this a pretty dismal season for mainstream perfume.
Prada Candy Florale was developed by perfumer Daniela Andrier, who also did the Candy and Candy L'Eau fragrances. It is available in 30, 50 and 80 ml Eau de Toilette.
1. If anyone knows the perfect thing to layer with Candy, by the way, do speak up!
2. Quote via Prada website.


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2021 Ram 1500 Rebel TRX Steps Out for Testing, 707-HP Hellcat V-8 and All
We can't wait for Ram's F-150 Raptor–fighting monster.
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We've known about the 2021 Ram Rebel TRX for some time now, and ever since it debuted in concept form at the 2016 State Fair of Texas, we've lusted after the prospect of a long-travel off-roader powered by a supercharged Hellcat 6.2-liter V-8. Confirmed for production last year, the Rebel TRX has just been spotted in the wild, giving us a look (and a listen) at the Ford F-150 Raptor rival. We won't bury the lede any longer: Expect the Hellcat's full 707 horsepower to make the jump to the Ram, if our photographer's reports are to be believed.
2021 Ram Rebel TRX: Bespoke Suspension and Hot Rod Engine
The 2021 Ram Rebel TRX will get a significantly upgraded suspension relative to the conventional 1500 Rebel. The spy photos, particularly closeups of the rear suspension, betray either forged or billet control arms and suspension links. The front control arms are obviously larger, providing a wider track for better stability in high-speed off-roading. Billet shock-absorber mounts are also visible in the photos, boding well for durability in more technical, low-speed situations.
Larger rear suspension links match the front track neatly, and squinting at the underbody reveals the same extensive skid-plate package as the entry-level Ram Rebel. The TRX test truck was wearing Goodyear Wrangler Territory mud-terrain tires, which we expect measure about 35 inches, or up 2 inches over the regular Reb. Larger tires contribute to additional ground clearance under the truck, but rest assured, there will be significant suspension updates as well.
We've heard talk of taller springs and long-travel shocks (possibly electronically actuated), and we wouldn't be surprised if the Ram Rebel TRX features as much as 14 inches of suspension travel. What remains to be seen is if the high-performance pickup will be able to resist shock-absorber degradation as well as the stellar F-150 Raptor.
Our photographer was able to audibly confirm the existence of a supercharger, whining noticeably as the Ram Rebel TRX sped off to minimize exposure. The truck also ran like a bat out of hell—expect the Hellcat's full 707 horses and 650 lb-ft to blow the doors off the 450-hp, 510-lb-ft Ford F-150 Raptor. There has also been talk of a 7.0-liter naturally aspirated V-8 codenamed Banshee that may also exceed the Raptor's output, albeit to a lesser extent.
When the 2019 Ram 1500 was first shown at the North American International Auto Show in 2018, some of us were somewhat disappointed with its handsome but decidedly less aggressive styling. It doesn't look like we'll have much to complain about when the 2021 Ram Rebel TRX arrives. Covering its wider track are wider fenders, and we hope the Coke-bottle styling of the 2016 concept makes the jump to the production truck, wide hips and all.
Helping the truck cast an aggressive mien will be an updated front clip. Visible on the spy truck are additional vents to provide cooling for the massive supercharged V-8. A bulging hood likely boasts an air intake or heat extractors—the former would help off-road performance by increasing wading depth. Those aforementioned 35-inch tires (which likely will be Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs or BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2s) likewise butch up the appearance and stance significantly.
While Fiat Chrysler Automobiles hasn't committed to either a timeline or pricing structure for the Ram Rebel TRX, we expect it to be unveiled this summer and arrive in dealerships in the first quarter of next year. Pricing should mirror that of the F-150 Raptor, starting at $55,000 for the base truck with the naturally aspirated V-8 and $65,000 or so for a Hellcat.
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The Diva's Weekly Challenge #122 about (un)locking grids came in while I was working on an example ZIA for my new pattern BrixBox! (You can see the steps in my previous post and another example here.)
Because we are challenged to play with grids and "grid seeds" I thought I may as well use this one for both purposes!!
Filling the boxes was really fun, unexpected effects occurred! Shading was as always a great pleasure.
Here is the ZIA:
|Tangles: BrixBox (as grid), Beelight, Pinch, Demi, Facets,
Emingle, Warble, Équerre and Sampson
Happy Tangling everyone!


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Striking Back Against Spammers
From The Register:
Lycos Europe has started to distribute a special screensaver (http://makelovenotspam.com/intl) in a controversial bid to battle spam. The program—titled Make Love Not Spam, and available for Windows and the Mac OS—sends a request to view a spam source site. When a large number of screensavers send their requests at the same time the spam web page becomes overloaded and slow.
I don't like spam either, but this is not how to go about defeating it. It's vigilante justice, and it's morally and ethically wrong.
I've written about it before:
…vigilantism: citizens and companies taking the law into their own hands and going after their assailants. Viscerally, it's an appealing idea. But it's a horrible one, and one that society after society has eschewed.
Our society does not give us the right of revenge, and wouldn't work very well if it did. Our laws give us the right to justice, in either the criminal or civil context. Justice is all we can expect if we want to enjoy our constitutional freedoms, personal safety, and an orderly society.
Anyone accused of a crime deserves a fair trial. He deserves the right to defend himself, the right to face his accuser, the right to an attorney, and the right to be held innocent until proven guilty.
Vigilantism flies in the face of these rights. It punishes people before they have been found guilty. Angry mobs lynching someone suspected of murder is wrong, even if that person is actually guilty.
As emotionally satisfying as it might be to get back at the spammers, as much as the spammers deserve it, please think twice before downloading and using this tool.
UPDATE: Another danger—this kind of thing easily escalates as those counterattacking are, in turn, attacked back.


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Former USC basketball player O.J. Mayo, a projected lottery pick in this year's NBA draft, received thousands of dollars in cash, clothes and other benefits in apparent violation of rules while he was still in high school and during his one year in college, a former Mayo associate told ESPN's "Outside the Lines."
Reached by ESPN.com after the show, Mayo denied the claims. He declined comment to "Outside the Lines" before the airing of the show.
Louis Johnson, who was a part of Mayo's inner circle until recently, said Mayo accepted around $30,000 in cash and gifts during the past four years from Rodney Guillory, a 43-year-old Los Angeles event promoter. In addition to cash, the gifts included a flat-screen television for Mayo's dorm room, cell phone service, a hotel room, clothes, meals and airline tickets for Mayo's friends and a relative, according to Johnson and others with knowledge of the gifts and store receipts.
When Mayo was in high school in Ohio and West Virginia, Guillory was receiving monthly payments from the Northern California sports agency Bill Duffy Associates. Johnson said that BDA provided Guillory with around $200,000 before Mayo arrived at USC, and that Guillory used most of the money to support his own lifestyle but also gave a portion of it to Mayo.
In exchange for the payments and gifts, Mayo entered a verbal agreement to allow BDA to represent him when he turned pro, Johnson told "Outside the Lines."
Reached late Sunday night, Mayo told ESPN.com, "I don't know anything about it. It caught me by surprise. I've got to get to L.A. to see what's going on. I'm just focusing on the draft."
Mayo, who talked to ESPN.com using the same cell phone number that Guillory had provided for him (according to T-Mobile phone records and independent verification by "Outside The Lines"), said he didn't speak with anyone from USC on Sunday and reiterated that he had no knowledge of money going from BDA to him. Attempts by ESPN.com to reach USC were unsuccessful Sunday.
"I had no knowledge of anything like that. I'll find out more when I meet with Mr. Duffy and Mr. [Calvin] Andrews [of BDA]," Mayo said.
Mayo said he talked to Guillory on Sunday after the story aired. Mayo said he didn't watch it but was told about the piece. He said he was back home in West Virginia visiting his mother for Mother's Day.
When asked specifically if he received any money from Guillory, Mayo said, "No sir, I did not receive any money from Calvin or Rodney or anything. It all caught me by surprise."
Providing athletes with money or other benefits is a violation, according to NCAA rules.
The NCAA released a statement Monday, saying: "The allegations of improper benefits received by O.J. Mayo before and during his enrollment at the University of Southern California -- as outlined in ESPN's May 11, 2008, segment of 'Outside the Lines' -- are new to the NCAA. This information was not available when the NCAA examined Mr. Mayo's academic and amateurism status prior to his collegiate enrollment, and we will review the information in conjunction with the institution and the Pac-10 Conference."
In California, it's a misdemeanor for sports agents and their representatives to provide cash or gifts to student-athletes.
Mayo played one season at USC before declaring for the NBA draft in April. He named Andrews his agent.
Johnson also said that Duffy's company helped Guillory purchase a $50,000 Infiniti SUV from a Northern California car dealership co-owned by former USC and San Francisco 49ers defensive back Ronnie Lott and his 49ers teammate, Keena Turner.
After Duffy's company quit funding Guillory last year, Johnson says Guillory gave Mayo the flat-screen television, a hotel room and meals -- and paid for it with a credit card that belongs to a nonprofit organization called The National Organization of Sickle Cell Prevention and Awareness Foundation. The organization has never been registered as a charitable trust with the California attorney general's office. Mary E. Brown, president and CEO of the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation of California, said she had never heard of the foundation through which Guillory charged purchases.
Johnson provided "Outside the Lines" with receipts and invoices for many of the purchases, including the cell phone service.
Mayo told ESPN.com: "I would just like to know if I did [get money], where did the money go? I was a struggling college student like everyone else. I bicycled to class. The truth will come out, even though the perception is reality."
On Monday, Duffy told The Associated Press: "From what I can see, those receipts were from his purchases. We had nothing to do with that. I don't even know who this Lou Johnson guy is."
Johnson said he believes USC officials were unaware that Guillory was providing cash and other benefits to Mayo. He did say that members of the USC coaching staff had regular contact with Guillory.
Johnson has had his own troubles in the past. A couple of years after initially meeting Guillory and Mayo, he was unemployed and received a suspended sentence and probation after being charged with selling cocaine.
He received support from Guillory and Mayo during that time.
"I was literally at the lowest point I've ever been in before, and that situation, that 'belonging' at that time for me was the boost I needed to keep me going," Johnson told OTL.
Guillory also was involved with former USC basketball player Jeff Trepagnier, who was suspended in 2000 for taking illegal benefits. (The NCAA ruled that Guillory had purchased airfare for Trepagnier and Fresno State's Tito Maddox; the NCAA later cleared Trepagnier of any wrongdoing.)
Of Guillory, Mayo said in a statement: "Rodney has been a positive influence on me as well as a strong African-American male presence in my life. Recently, my mother had the opportunity to spend time with Rodney as well, and has shared her appreciation for the way he has always treated me like I was family when I was so far away from home. I have nothing but respect for Rodney."
Mayo, officials at Bill Duffy Associates and officials at USC all declined to be interviewed by "Outside the Lines."
BDA sent a statement to ESPN.com Sunday night.
"Bill Duffy met O.J. for the first time shortly before O.J. selected BDA as his agency. Neither Calvin Andrews, Bill Duffy, nor any other BDA employee engaged in any conduct that could have remotely jeopardized O.J. Mayo's eligibility," the statement said. "Everything in the recent report that suggests otherwise is false. O.J. selected BDA based on our achievements and our commitment to work closely with O.J. to maximize his considerable potential on and off the court."
Late Sunday night, Duffy told ESPN.com by phone that he "didn't give Rodney any money. Did I set up a bank account for Rodney? No. That's absolutely ludicrous.
"My understanding is that Rodney mortgaged his house and was doing everything possible to maintain a close relationship with O.J. at O.J.'s request."
Duffy went on to say, "We didn't give O.J. one dime. I was told that O.J. had an exemplary year on campus and was riding his bike to class. We've got 80 clients who we put our heart and soul working for and we're not in a position where we have to buy clients."
Duffy's statement contradicts what a BDA representative told "Outside The Lines" reporter Kelly Naqi in January. The representative said at that time that Duffy had met briefly with Mayo "a couple of times" and that he was "a nice kid." The representative also said that Duffy felt it would be inappropriate to comment on Mayo at all based on the fact that Mayo was an underclassman and Duffy was an agent.
USC issued a statement, saying: "The NCAA and the Pac-10 reviewed O.J. Mayo's amateur status before and during his enrollment at USC, and did not identify any amateurism violations. Mayo and USC fully cooperated in these investigations. The University investigated and reported a violation involving Mayo's receipt of tickets to a Denver Nuggets game from his friend Carmelo Anthony. Mayo's eligibility was reinstated after he made a charitable contribution in the amount of the value of the tickets."
When asked by ESPN.com if he would meet with the NCAA to discuss the allegations, Mayo said, "Of course. I have no problem. I did it before [when he received Lakers tickets] and I'll do it again."
When asked if he was aware of any violations he may have committed, Mayo said, "Not at all."
The next step in the Mayo story will come from the Pac-10 and the NCAA.
A source with knowledge of the process told ESPN.com that the NCAA enforcement staff, along with the NCAA eligibility clearinghouse and a newly formed NCAA staff that deals with agents, gambling and amateurism, will evaluate the information and determine whether there is a hint of responsibility on USC's part. The questions will be: Did USC know, and should USC have known?
If Mayo did violate rules, the ultimate penalty, once the process is played out with a notice of allegations and a meeting with the committee on infractions, could be vacating of games and records.
USC released a statement on Monday regarding the school's reponse to an NCAA evaluation.
"We are in contact with the NCAA and the Pac-10 and are working with both in a cooperative investigation to review these new allegations."
Since Mayo signed with BDA, he lost his collegiate eligibility, so penalizing Mayo at this point is moot.
The Ohio High School Athletic Association will also look into the allegations that Mayo received payments while at North College Hill High School, according to The Cincinnati Enquirer.
It was not clear if the team would have to forfeit its Division III boys' basketball state titles from 2005 and '06.
"In digesting things for a day and talking to other staff members, it is more accurate to say that we cannot answer that [forfeits] question at this point," OHSAA assistant commissioner Bob Goldring told The Enquirer via e-mail. "We would have to know the exact details of the findings, have proof that they were indeed true and then determine if any of the bylaws would be applicable."
NBA commissioner David Stern, in Cleveland to attend the Cavaliers' playoff game against the Boston Celtics, said the league can work with the NCAA, shoe companies, USA Basketball, and high school and coaches associations to protect the athletes.
"Maybe this is the opportunity to do more education about what's right and what's wrong, who to trust and who not, and what the risks are for making bad decisions," Stern said. "It's not our primary sort of role here, but we understand there is a role to be played."
Johnson told ESPN he did not get paid but hoped to profit once Mayo made it to the NBA. He said he fell out of favor with Mayo because Guillory created a strain in the relationship by misrepresenting things Johnson allegedly said about Mayo and, eventually, sabotaging their relationship.
Mayo told ESPN.com on Sunday night that he plans to return to Los Angeles to "finish school." He also said that he would work out in Chicago under trainer Tim Grover before heading to Orlando for the pre-draft physicals May 27-June 2.
Mayo, who sat courtside for Game 4 of the Boston-Cleveland second-round playoff series Monday night, said he was hoping to get more information about the situation when he returned to school.
"I don't think it's good just because I'm really focused on the job, really wanting to do well on my workouts and my preparation, but at the same time it's kind of a road block, another obstacle," Mayo told The Associated Press. "I just want to get to the bottom of it and just find out what's really going on."
ESPN.com senior writer Andy Katz contributed to this report.


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I will the next time I go there but there is a phone number in the first picture you might try in the meantime :)
Comments are welcome! Personal attacks are not. Thanks!


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What better way is there to start off the New Year than celebrating National Pizza Week?
Pizza is one of my family's favorite foods and a regular in our meal rotation. Think pizza is off limits to those trying to maintain (or achieve) a healthy weight? Think again. Made the right way, pizza can be a powerhouse of nutrition.
First, replace typical crust with a whole grain crust to amp up the fiber, vitamins and minerals. Next, slather on the sauce. Pizza sauce contains a powerful antioxidant called lycopene, which can help reduce risk of stroke. Top the sauce with protein-packed cheese. Most cheeses provide eight grams of protein per ounce, as well as other important nutrients for good health including calcium, phosphorus, zinc and vitamin A.
Good news for those with lactose intolerance—natural cheeses such as Cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, mozzarella and Swiss contain minimal amounts of lactose, because most of the lactose is removed as curds are separated from whey during the cheese making process.
Since cheese provides protein, forgo high-fat meat options. Instead, add lots of colorful vegetables and/or fruit. My favorites include red pepper, spinach, onion and mushrooms and my kids love to add pineapple! If you want more protein in your meal, wash the pizza down with a cold glass of milk.
Voila! A delicious and nutritious meal you don't need to feel guilty about!
Celebrate National Pizza Week (or any week) with one of the delicious creations below:
- Three Cheese Tomato Basil Pizza
- Roasted Vegetable and Ricotta Pizza
- Cheese Lovers Pizza Squares
- Barbecue Chicken Pizza
- Pineapple Mozzarella Flatbread
Laura Buxenbaum, MPH, RD, LDN


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Hiring a Real estate photographer
For takes pictures of properties, one needs the help of a Real estate photographer who is well skilled in the field. Hiring the right and competent individual will ensure that you are provided with results and not incur losses over poor takes pictures of propertiess. There are certain requirements your Real estate photographer must meet to qualify as the right one. Some of the tips listed below give you the insight to hire the right Real estate photographer for your project.
Check for expertise in their work. Different Real estate photographers have different ways of performing their work. Select a Real estate photographer that uses the best methods of providing the client with results. Experience is required in the field because they can quickly manage any issues that may arise. Choose a well-rounded individual to cater to your needs. Experience helps the individual not to waste time on a single task and make multiple mistakes, since they are well experienced they can handle it properly.
Look for recommendations. Ask friends or family for recommendations of a qualified Real estate photographer that can uniquely carry out the job. Getting recommendations is the easiest and best way because with recommendations you also get reviews and can inquire about the individual's work. Getting reviews from trustworthy sources you can trust assures you that you are dealing with the right individual. Get different referrals and select the one that suits you most.
Sample their work. Check out their pat projects, this is the best way to get to know what they deal with and how efficient they are at performing tasks. You can check online samples of some of their work. Each time while interviewing them ask them to present you with a portfolio with their past projects. Also, consider the methods that they use while working. Ensure you are comfortable with the styles that they use. The Real estate photographer should be well equipped with technology advancements.
While carrying out the interview ensure you do it face to face. these face-to-face interviews guarantee that you get to learn more about your profession. ask the necessary questions, and layout the expectations for them. in case you need them to use a specific style ensure that they are well aware and skilled enough to handle it.
In case of any contracts ensure to read through all the details to be sure that all information has been listed down before you sign. contracts will help you and their profession to be secure in case of any issues let may arise. contracts should include job descriptions together with prices and any other important information.
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The tips here will help you in getting the takes pictures of properties if the most qualified Real estate photographer in the market. The tips will also help you in gaining knowledge and experience in what to look for. Good training and experience will help and are the most important skills to look for


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I'm just returning from the Park Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D.C., where President Obama's Special Envoy for Sudan Scott Gration is hosting a major conference to shore up the Comprehensive Peace Accord, which ended a twenty year conflict between the ruling Sudanese National Congress Party and South Sudan rebels known as the Sudan's People's Liberation Movement.
The CPA, which was spearheaded by the Bush administration and signed in 2005, is on the verge of unraveling. The CPA created a so-called National Unity Government that brought the SPLM into the governing structure in Khartoum until national elections can be held later this year early next year. Then, most forcefully, the CPA calls for a referendum on the status of South Sudan in 2011–and in all likelihood, southern Sudanese will vote to secede. The CPA was a remarkable achievement at the time, but is showing signs of faltering. Outstanding issues like the status of the oil-rich Abyei region threaten to undermine the agreement. Both sides are re-arming in advance of the 2011 secession referendum. The Enough Project says that a return to civil war is a distinct possibility if progress is not made in the near term.
To that end, Gration told a small gathering of journalists at the conference that the meeting was to stave off the disintegration of the CPA by "rekindling the same passion" that infused the original signing of the CPA. The meeting was intended to shore up political will to address some of the unresolved issues and to help prepare a "soft landing" when the south votes in its secession referendum. A "joint communiqué" between the SPLM and the National Congress Party is expected this afternoon, which will lay out the progress that has been made during this summer.
I asked Gration about a related issue: what, if any, news he can relay about Darfur/Sudan Policy Review that the president said would be completed within 60 days of his inauguration? I thought this was a prudent question because ss Colum Lynch reported last week, the "deputies committee" of the National Security Council (that is, the deputy secretary of state, deputy secretary of defense, etc) could not come to an agreement over the right balance of carrots and sticks in a new Sudan policy.
So, I asked Gration when can he expect the review to be completed? His answer was telling. "Inshallah" was all he said. Meaning, of course, "god willing" it will be completed at all. Not exactly a good sign.


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Draft analysis: AFC North
In recent years, the AFC North has been dominated by Pittsburgh and Baltimore. Last year Cleveland played well the second half of the year and will continue to improve. And if Cincinnati can find a way to keep Carson Palmer, the Bengals are on the rise. They have put together two consecutive good drafts.
Baltimore Ravens
ICONThe Ravens picked up another offensive weapon in Tandon Doss.
The Ravens made a risky pick but also one that could pay major dividends when they drafted corner Jimmy Smith. There are some scouts I know who feel Smith was the second-best corner in the draft. He has all the tools, height, speed, explosiveness and cover skills to be an excellent pro. Now he just has to focus and with the Ravens having a strong veteran locker room hopefully that is not a problem. The Ravens had a need for a young speed wide receiver and they may have found him with 2nd round pick Torrey Smith. Smith has the vertical speed to stretch the field and open things up for Anquan Boldin underneath. Jah Reid is a huge right tackle who showed consistent improvement in 2010. He has been a 3-year starter but is still raw and needs to develop his lower body strength. Still, he is a great kid and a competitor and will be a starter on the right side before long. Tandon Doss is a big sure-handed possession receiver. He knows how to get open with the underneath routes and will compete for the ball in traffic. In some ways he is a young Boldin.
Chykie Brown has the speed and suddenness needed to play corner in the NFL, but he needs to become a more physical player. His tackling is average and he is not aggressive in run support. While he has the physical tools to play corner, his instincts and ball skills are questionable. He will be a work in progress. I don't see Pernell McPhee as a real fit for Baltimore's defense. He lacks the size and power to be a 5 technique and isn't athletic enough to play on his feet. Tyrod Taylor is an interesting guy. He is very athletic and has good arm strength but he is going to have to learn to play from under center. The Ravens may try to use him at another position. Anthony Allen looked like a good prospect in 2009 but got too heavy last year and didn't look as explosive. If he can drop 10 pounds the Ravens may have found themselves a player.
Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals always seem to catch some heat from the media after every draft. I feel their last two drafts have been very good both in the talent they have drafted and in filling needs. Their first pick, receiver A.J. Green, was either the first or second receiver on almost all clubs' draft boards. He is tall and fluid with excellent hands. He gives the Bengals a big play receiver and they can finally get rid of Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens, who cause nothing but problems with their selfish attitudes. Carson Palmer wants out and none of us know how it will play out over the next few months, but because of the problem the Bengals had to get a quarterback. Andy Dalton is a smart and mature player who should turn into a very reliable pro. Donte Moch played down in college and will be asked to play on his feet with the Bengals. It's not an easy conversion but because he is such a strong pass rusher he can be utilized as a situational pass rusher as he makes the conversion. Clint Boling played tackle in college and the Bengals will most likely move him inside to guard. He is smart, patient and plays with good intensity. He should become an early starter. Robert Sands played free safety at West Virginia but looks to be more of a strong safety in the pros. He has exceptional size and is athletic for such a tall guy. He is a physical player with good tackling skills, traits that should make him a good special teams player while he adjusts to the NFL game. Ryan Whalen has size and excellent hands but lacks speed. He has a knack for getting open versus zone coverage. I see him as a possession receiver who will also have to show up on special teams. Korey Lindsey and Jay Finley are developmental types.
Pittsburgh Steelers
ICONNew Steeler Cam Heyward needs to improve his pass rushing skills.
The Steelers under Kevin Colbert always seem to do a good job and this year was no different. Cam Heyward is a big, strong 5 technique who is best against the run but still needs to improve his pass rush skills. He is a high-character guy who should keep improving. Marcus Gilbert is a huge man with fairly good quickness and feet. He has the ability to play tackle or guard, but he needs to play with more consistency and intensity. He can be a good pro if Pittsburgh pushes the right button.
The Steelers took corners with each of their next two picks. Curtis Brown had a good career at Texas. He plays faster than he timed at the combine and has good cover skills as well as special teams play. He needs to become more physical in run support and develop his off man coverage. Cortez Allen is a tall press corner who still needs to develop his off and zone cover skills. This is typical with tall, small-school corners. He has all the traits to develop into a good 2nd or 3rd corner with coaching.
Chris Carter played down at Fresno State and will have to make the conversion to playing on his feet. The Steelers have done a good job with players like this in the past. Carter has some strong pass rush traits. Keith Williams has a chance to make it as a reserve offensive lineman because he has size, strength and power but he is going to have to play with better bend. Baron Batch is a developmental type.
Cleveland Browns
Phil Taylor can be the ideal anchor for the Browns defensive line. He had a good senior season and an outstanding week at the Senior Bowl. For a big guy he moves really well and can make plays versus both the run and pass. Jabaal Sheard does not have great size but he plays with strength, power and has a good motor. He is a good fit for what defensive coordinator Dick Jauron looks for in a left end. Greg Little is an interesting prospect, he was highly recruited out of high school and played both wide receiver and running back while at North Carolina. He did not play in 2010 because he got caught up in the agent scandal but he is very talented. He has exceptional size (6-2 and 230 pounds) with good speed (4.53). Because he played two positions he is still a bit raw but has great upside. This could turn out to be a great pick if Little puts it all together. Jordan Cameron looks the part and has top speed and athletic ability but is very raw as a football player. He started out as a basketball player at BYU then transferred to a junior college to play football. He is still raw as a player and really needs to upgrade his blocking. This is a boom or bust type pick.
Owen Marecic played both fullback and linebacker for Stanford. He is an old throwback type tough guy. He will have to play fullback in the NFL because he does not have the speed to play linebacker. He is a strong lead blocker and a good inside runner. Jason Pinkston is a former tackle who will have to play inside at guard. He has some toughness but is going to have to improve his strength. There are some who question his passion for the game.


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Legislation seeking to make Kentucky's schools tobacco-free cleared its first legislative hurdle Thursday, passing through the Senate Education Committee unanimously.
Kentucky doctor and state Sen. Ralph Alvarado said he is looking to make the state's publically-funded school campuses tobacco-free to help cut down on health issues related to smoking including lung cancer and the impacts of second-hand smoke.
Alvarado also noted the financial impacts on the state of smoking as it relates to the increased costs to Medicaid, loss of productivity, and higher insurance rates.
Kentucky schools currently ban smoking indoors but have some designated smoking areas. Senate Bill 78 would implement full tobacco-free campuses.
In his testimony on the bill, Sen. Alvarado said this is a beginning attempt to cut down on tobacco use among Kentucky's youth.
"Let's get our children healthier, let's save taxpayer dollars, and let's save lives," Alvarado said.
Senate Bill 78 now heads to the Senate floor for a vote.
Watch an interview with Sen. Alvarado about this bill on The Bottom Line here.


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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ideas to Action, or i2a?
- Why does i2a focus on critical thinking? Aren't we already teaching that at UofL?
- How is UofL defining critical thinking?
- What type of "Culminating Undergraduate Experiences" are undergraduate students required to complete before they graduate?
- How can I get more information or get involved with i2a?
What is Ideas to Action, or i2a?
In 2005, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) asked UofL to propose a university-wide initiative known as a quality enhancement plan (QEP) to improve student learning. The initiative had to be practical and one with measurable success, and is an expectation for all schools in the region. With input and support from all segments of the UofL community, the initiative was created and named Ideas to Action: Using Critical Thinking to Foster Student Learning and Community Engagement, also known simply as i2a.
i2a is designed to sharpen the University's existing focus on building students' critical thinking skills, starting in the general education program and continuing through undergraduate major courses. All undergraduate students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their critical thinking skills before they graduate by engaging in a Culminating Undergraduate Experience, such as a thesis, service learning project, internship or capstone project. i2a also supports the university's commitment to community engagement through assessment tools, partnerships and other projects.
Why does i2a focus on critical thinking? Aren't we already teaching that at UofL?
The ability to think critically calls for a higher-order thinking than simply the ability to recall information. Our faculty are currently designing courses, assignments and tests to promote students' critical thinking, but i2a represents the opportunity to sharpen our individual and collective efforts in these areas as a campus and give students increasing opportunities to practice and advance toward higher-level reasoning.
Watch our Faculty Speak! video to hear faculty talking about how i2a has enriched their teaching and practice of critical thinking. Students, faculty and staff reflect on i2a experiences.
Our i2a initiative provides faculty and staff with support for explicitly and intentionally incorporating critical thinking activities into their classrooms and aids units in developing rigorous Culminating Undergraduate Experiences appropriate to the disciplines.
Critical thinking was chosen by our campus community as the focus of i2a and it fits our university very well. It reflects the mission assigned to us by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, builds upon our General Education Program's continued commitment to critical thinking, and targets an area that past assessment has indicated could use improvement. A renewed focus on helping students identify, practice, and master the core reasoning skills directly supports our university's 2020 Plan to prepare our students to become the civic, business and cultural leaders of the 21st century.
How is UofL defining critical thinking?
The i2a initiative provides our campus with the opportunity to share a common critical thinking definition and vocabulary. The campus has chosen the Richard Paul-Linda Elder critical thinking framework to guide i2a because of its comprehensive approach and its discipline-neutral terminology. Our Faculty Exemplar page and our CLC projects page offer specific examples of how this terminology is integrated across the student experience. The Paul-Elder framework allows us to come together as a campus to foster well-cultivated critical thinkers.
What type of "Culminating Undergraduate Experiences" are undergraduate students required to complete before they graduate?
A cornerstone of the i2a project is students' engagement in what we call a "Culminating Undergraduate Experience" or CUE. Before he or she graduates, every student will be asked to apply his or her new knowledge and critical thinking skills in a project or research endeavor that has practical application. The style and scope of the CUE will vary by school, department or academic program. The University has chosen to take an expansive approach to CUEs and expects participating units to develop a mix of approaches, which could include:
- Capstone Courses/Projects
- Internships
- Senior Theses
- Research Projects
- Service Learning Projects
To learn more about the CUE defining features, assessment rubric under development, and other details, visit our CUE page.
How can I get more information or get involved with i2a?
The i2a Team and Task Group are offering an ongoing series of workshops and sessions across campus to give you an opportunity to get involved. Check out the i2a Programs as well as our Calendar of Events. We welcome the involvement of all faculty, staff and students in planning and implementation of the i2a initiative. You can read more about i2a by navigating through the different aspects of this website or contact the i2a Team for the most up to date information. As the program continues to evolve, we look forward to developing more opportunities for you to get involved with i2a! We appreciate your comments and suggestions.


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For Immediate Release:
September 2, 2019
David Perle 202-483-7382
Norfolk, Va. – As Hurricane Dorian continues to churn up the east coast, PETA reminds residents never to leave dogs chained and to take their animal companions with them if they have to evacuate. Believe it or not, dogs and other animal companions—lots of them—are left behind every time there's a natural disaster. Dogs kept on chains will swim to exhaustion and then drown, and there are chained dogs everywhere. PETA's Animal Rescue Team has witnessed firsthand the trauma that animals endure when left behind to face the floodwaters and flying debris caused by hurricanes. During previous storms, we have found dogs dead. We have also found them up to their necks in water, unable to sit or lie down, in almost-submerged crates inside houses and seen animals who have been flung around in high winds. And of course, animals are petrified in these kinds of weather conditions.
For more information, please visit PETA.org.


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Monk Seals in Congress
Last week, the Hawaii State legislature took a stand for the endangered Hawaiian monk seal. In 2009, three seals were found dead and ruled to be intentional killings, two off of Kauai in April and May and the other off of Molokai on Dec. 14. One of the Kauai seal's killer was arrested and convicted but spent 90 days in jail and paid a $25 fine. Molokai's seal killer has not been found.
"Passing this legislation will send a message that the people of Hawai'i will not stand by and allow individuals to take their anger out on innocent animals," said Senator Gary Hooser in a statement.
Sen. Hooser (7th Senatorial District) introduced SB 2441 that would increase the penalty for harming or killing an Hawaiian monk seal and other endangered species from a misdemeanor to a Class-C felony. That means if the Kauai seal perpetrator had been arrested under this law, he would face up to a $100,000 fine and 40 years in prison.
State Representative Chris Lee (51st Representative District) introduced a companion bill in the house, HB 2767, to Hooser's bill.
Other representatives are taking up the cause, introducing bills that would educate tourists to Hawaii's beaches about Hawaiian monk seals, putting a public service announcement about endangered species on all in-bound Hawaii flights, and setting up an endangered species informational kiosk at Hawaii airports.
The bills are still in House and Senate committees, and have all passed at their first readings. More information can be found by searching for the bills at http://hawaii.gov/lrb/par/


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This is a follow up to the previous post, Defining Bulky, Once and For All.
The response to the article was amazing. In a matter of two days, it was linked to more sites than any of my other posts. It has brought out massive support for the "bulky" crowd. Feminists are angry, trainers are scratching their heads, and the discussion is running wild.
Let's take a deeper look.
The Poll
A lot of people thought that the poll was biased. Let me explain why I selected the women I did.
I took a poll with female bodybuilders, but it was an instant flop and thought to be too much. And in my opinion, there was no need to measure on that. So I took a second poll in which I surveyed 200 people. I included Hilton, Alba, Biel, Jamie Eason, and a female steroid bodybuilder. Alba still came out on top and in that poll Hilton scored higher than Biel. I wondered if seeing such a visibly intense display of muscle, or any at all, was automatically distasteful to people?
Accidental vs Diligent Training
Another important point is that you can't get a level of muscle beyond say, Biel or Swank (in general), without being a serious longtime bodybuilder or athlete. This is extremely important to know and understand. You cannot achieve that look by "accident." You can, however, achieve it by training for a short period of time, with the right kind of intensity.
Becoming an extreme bodybuilder takes drugs or years of discipline with a focus on achievement in athletics or bodybuilding.
The purpose of the poll was to reflect the views of the average female gym goer, most of whom already think bodybuilders are extreme. However, do they think becoming one is easy? What are the pros and cons of different bodies? I thought those were fantastic questions.
New Poll
By the way, I hired a professional survey service to take these impartial polls so the results were not altered in any way. It's not likely I will be doing more of these types of polls in the near future, as there is considerable cost involved.
(Participants were college educated, between 21-45 years of age, and of moderate to higher income. Both single and married women were included.)
Question 1: From the picture above, what term would you use to explain this woman's body?
1-Slightly muscular – 0%
2-Muscular – 8%
3-Bulky – 19%
4-Extremely Bulky – 73%
Question 2: Do you think it is easy to achieve this type of look by training in a gym?
1-Very Easy – 13%
2-Easy – 48%
3-Not Easy – 26%
4-Almost Impossible – 13%
Question 3: Do you think that it is a type of look you would like to have?
1-Yes – 2%
2-No – 91%
3-Maybe, at a different time – 7%
Question 4: If you could choose a celebrity body that you think is the ideal woman, who would you choose?
1-Angelina Jolie – 19%
2-Jessica Alba – 34%
3-Jessica Biel – 16%
4-Paris Hilton – 11%
5-Kate Winslet – 20%
Question 5: What isn't ideal about Angelina Jolie's body?
1-Too skinny – 32%
2-Too fat – 4%
3-Too much muscle – 24%
4-Not enough muscle – 8%
5-Not enough fat – 20%
6-Nothing, it is ideal – 12%
Question 6: What isn't ideal about Jessica Alba's body?
1-Too skinny – 16%
2-Too fat – 11%
3-Too much muscle – 15%
4-Not enough muscle – 20%
5-Not enough fat – 9%
6-Nothing, it is ideal – 29%
Question 7: What isn't ideal about Jessica Biel's body?
1-Too skinny – 12%
2-Too fat – 17%
3-Too much muscle – 41%
4-Not enough muscle – 2%
5-Not enough fat – 18%
6-Nothing, it is ideal – 10%
Question 8: What isn't ideal about Paris Hilton's body?
1-Too skinny – 37%
2-Too fat – 0%
3-Too much muscle – 10%
4-Not enough muscle – 17%
5-Not enough fat – 22%
6-Nothing, it is ideal – 14%
Question 9: What isn't ideal about Kate Winslet's body?
1-Too skinny – 3%
2-Too fat – 39%
3-Too much muscle – 10%
4-Not enough muscle – 28%
5-Not enough fat – 0%
6-Nothing, it is ideal – 20%
Question 10: Of the celebrity bodies above, whose do you think is the hardest to achieve?
1-Angelina Jolie – 14%
2-Jessica Alba – 41%
3-Jessica Biel – 12%
4-Paris Hilton – 25%
5-Kate Winslet – 8%
Isn't that interesting? An overwhelming majority of women think that Jessica Alba's body is harder to achieve. They think it is easy to add at least 25 lbs of muscle to a female body. It is obvious they think it is harder to achieve "skinny" than it is "muscled." Can we also speculate that it's thought to be easier to be ugly than pretty? Based on how my hair looks in the morning, I'm pretty sure this is the case. And that only took sleep…but I digress.
This shows the distortion of reality. It shows that the majority of the survey takers don't have much of an idea of what it takes to train in a gym. Even if the body type you want is not one of muscle definition, you still need to understand that achieving it takes work.
The final survey led me to look deeper into psychology and preconceived notions. These are the pictures I used. Before you scroll down and see the results, I want you to ask yourself what appeals to you more. Please feel free to respond in the comments.
Which body would you like to have of the ones pictured below if you had to choose one listed?
1-Jessica Biel – 27%
2-Paris Hilton – 21%
3-Kate Winslet – 14%
4-Jessica Alba – 31%
5-Jessica Biel – 7%
If you add the results of the two photos of Jessica Biel (1 and 5) you get a total of 34%. So technically she's the winner, eh? The first picture shows her body after losing the degree of muscle she has in the second picture; but she is by no means "skinny fat."
I chose those pictures for specific reasons to try and break through the stereotypes the general public may hold of these particular women. Was it the casual clothes they were wearing that was the issue? Did the appearance of a dress make a difference? Did their complexion—tan or pale—affect the response? Do they look strong or soft?
I do have the answers to these questions and more. But the simple truth of it is?
You are never going to get the answer, so there is no need to try.
Missing the Point
The previous article was not about who is hotter, or what you have to do to achieve these looks. The point was to try and put more of a focus on what women fear so they can achieve their goals when lifting weights. The point was to take that a step further and say, "Okay, you say you don't want to be bulky. Can you give me an example of who you think looks bulky, and tell me why you don't like that look?" Getting real and speaking to the truth of the situation was the point.
Finding the Ideal Woman?
The point was not to say that one particular female body is the right body. You can take a thousand polls with any female body or even use the same person (as we saw) in the pictures, and there will always be a difference. That being said, I don't believe in settling, sugarcoating, or pandering to defensiveness and insecurity.
This is the day and age of being able to do amazing things, overcome severe restrictions, and be the best that you can be on your terms. As long as you are not hurting yourself or imposing problems for others due to your choices, I don't care what you want to do. If what you want happens to involve body composition, then it happens to be something I can help you with.


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German THz Conference 2015
June 8 - 10, 2015 in Dresden, Germany
The German THz Conference will be held in this form for the first time in 2015. Its idea is to bring together German scientists and students working in all fields of THz physics and technology. Held under the auspices of the German THz Center (Deutsches THz Zentrum, DTZ), it is an augmented version of the annual meeting of DTZ, also open to international participation. All talks will be presented in English.
It is planned that in the future the DTZ meeting will be held in this form – German THz Conference – every second year .
A half-day of this conference (Wednesday, June 10, afternoon) will be devoted to a memorial symposium for Ralph A. Höpfel on the occasion of his 60th birthday. Ralph A. Höpfel (1955 - 1997), fondly remembered by many in the community, was a pioneer of ultrafast and THz spectroscopy. This is a link to the old homepage of his last group.
It is expected that many of Ralph's former friends and colleagues will come.
Local Organizing Committee
Scientific Committee
Invited Speakers
- Dmitry Basov (UCSD, USA): Nano-photonic phenomena in van der Waals heterostructures
- Rupert Huber (Univ. Regensburg, Germany): Subcycle terahertz strong- and near-field interaction
- Daniel Mittleman (Rice Univ., Houston, USA): Spectroscopic characterization of a resonant cavity in a terahertz waveguide
- Heiko Richter (DLR Berlin, Germany): QCL as 4.7 THz local oscillator for SOFIA
- Giacomo Scalari (ETH Zürich, Switzerland): Octave-spanning THz semiconductor laser for comb applications
- Denis Seletskiy (Univ. Konstanz, Germany): Birth of sub-cycle quantum optics
- Dmitry Turchinovich (MPI-P, Mainz, Germany): Terahertz dynamics in graphene
- Miriam S. Vitiello (CNR & SNS, Pisa, Italy): Terahertz photodetectors based on two-dimensional nanomaterials
Ralph Höpfel Memorial
- Benoit Deveaud (EPFL Lausanne, Switzerland): Feshbach resonance with exciton-polaritons
- Markus Oberthaler (Univ. Heidelberg, Germany): What CPM-lasers have to do with entanglement in Bose-Einstein condensates ?
- Rudolf Bratschitsch (Univ. Münster, Germany): Atomically thin transition metal dichalcogenides light up
In addition, Jagdeep Shah and Erich Gornik will share their memories of Ralph.
The core scientific program will begin on Monday around 1 p.m. and finish on Wednesday around noon. Wednesday afternoon will be devoted to the Ralph Höpfel memorial session, where all participants are welcome to join.
In addition there will be a industry session with suppliers and users of THz technology.
On Tuesday evening there will be the DTZ Jahresversammlung (for members only) and a conference dinner in Wenzels Prager Bierstuben, a fews steps away from the conference venue.
The preliminary program can be found here.
The conference will take place at the Dreikönigskirche Dresden in the heart of Dresden.
Abstract Submission closed (deadline was 31 March 2015)
Conference Fees
Before 15 April 2015
After 15 April 2015
Regular nonmember
350 €
400 €
Regular member DTZ
300 €
350 €
Student nonmember
200 €
250 €
Student member DTZ
175 €
225 €
(If you want to become a member of DTZ, please go to http://www.terahertzcenter.de or contact email@example.com).
Guests attending only the Memorial Symposium don't have to register; just send an email to email@example.com.
As an important part of this conference there will be an exposition which will allow companies active in the THz market to present their products.
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As those of you who frequent this site (sorry, I can't say it with a straight face) know, I'm a big fan of izakayas. So, when, in my endless hours of poring through the internet, I discovered that people are raving over a new one so close to my neighborhood, needless to say, I rounded up my Team Tokyo's LA contingency, and headed over to check it out.
The place isn't raucous and alcohol-centered like you'd expect from a typical izakaya. Its small dining room is a little more subdued, although samurai movies projected on one wall add some edge. The menu is made up of cold, hot, and sweet tapas -- mostly inventive twists on Japanese basics -- as well as beer, sake, and a small wine list.
The moment the first bit of the washu beef tataki hit my tongue, I swooned. Now, I don't know what a washu is, but I want it in my mouth for dinner every night. Sitting atop a bed of greens, ribbon-thin slices of tender beef, seared on the outside, glistening pink in the middle. You take a bite, and are confused at the explosion of intense smokiness in something mostly raw, which also manages to feel rich and light at the same time. It's a fantastic kind of confusion. Totally the standout. So very good.
And of course, their signature dish, the taco-shimi -- a Mexican-Japanese fusion of seared ahi on tortilla chips with guacamole, shiitake mushrooms, and a wasabi sauce -- did not disappoint. After the chunks of fish were long gone, I was dragging slices of kumquat through the creamy wasabi sauce to make sure I got every last bit.
Nearly every dish we tried came with a salad component, and it was never an oversight. In the case of the tataki, it included crisp Asian pear and ponzu dressing. In other dishes, it was flavored with yuzu, or with a wasabi cream sauce. It kept the meal light, despite our ordering, between the 4 of us, about 300 dishes.
Yuzu is another welcome theme. Our tried and true savory citruses, lemon and lime, are so well-loved, but it's actually really exciting to get that same clean tartness with a flavor that's totally new. The yuzu custard's richness is cut with a topping of refreshing yuzu granita and served with fresh berries.
Other highlights included the chocolate bar dessert, a rich 'bar' of flourless chocolate cake, served with vanilla milkshake shots and fresh berries; and the miso cod, sweet and buttery, skirted with a purple mash of taro.
So, yes, the food was the thing at Ronin the other night. In fact, one dining companion compared it to Musha, a similar restaurant, and came to the conclusion that while some dishes at Musha are winners, it's hit or miss overall, but at Ronin all the dishes are just various degrees of amazing. I'm in clined to agree, but it was the hospitable service that makes me want to go back (well, actually it's the list of menu items I still haven't tried ... and the washu beef tataki ... that makes me want to go back). Between a personable and attentive waitress, and a couple check-ins from the restaurant's owner, I felt really taken care of during our meal -- like I was an esteemed guest at the home of someone who happens to be a crazy amazing chef. Hope they don't mind me dropping in again and again.
Ronin Izikaya Bistro is at 359 N La Cienega between Beverly and Oakwood (next door to the nudie bar, if you're looking for a landmark, you perv). Call ahead for a reservation: 310/289-8404.
Ronin Izikaya Bistro is at 359 N La Cienega between Beverly and Oakwood (next door to the nudie bar, if you're looking for a landmark, you perv). Call ahead for a reservation: 310/289-8404.


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We support a range of respected original equipment manufacturer (OEM) workshops and resellers across Australia. Our extensive logistics experience and supply chain strength mean that our customers trust us to deliver the right parts, support and service, at the right price, whenever they need us.
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Original WWII German Army Heer Officer Dagger by WKC
Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This WKC Army Officer's Dagger is lovely. The pommel of this dagger is in excellent condition, showing a little wear around the rim but nothing bad. The silvering is completely intact throughout this pommel. The standing oak leaves and acorns are crisply detailed and have good black backgrounds.
The crossguard retains full silvering and has a fine patination. The details throughout the characteristic WKC eagle are exceptional throughout the head, breast and wing feathering, talons and wreathed mobile swas. The grip is a very pretty, deep orange color, with a reverse grip that has toned to an even darker shade. This grip is in perfect condition throughout.
The hilt is decorated with the original-to-the-piece portepee in excellent condition. The scabbard is a fine WKC example, with much of the silvering and some of the frosting along the edges. This straight scabbard has very crisp, finely grained panels. The carrying bands have an excellent pattern of overlapping oak leaves and acorns, with hand enhancing evident on each of the leaves. The throat is the thicker style and is held in place by a single flat head screw on the upper right edge.
The near mint blade is nice and bright throughout, having all of the original crossgrain. The needle-like tip is still intact. The reverse ricasso is etched with the Knight Head trademark of the WKC firm, and a large size leather blade washer is in place. The logo reads
WKC stands for the firm Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co and has been manufacturing military swords and cutlery in Solingen, Germany- a city famous since the middle ages for its metal-working and craftsmanship in sword making. The traditional manufacturing of swords at WKC dates back to the year 1774 when the Weyersberg first registered the ''Kings head'' as their trademark. Later in 1883 the company merged with the Kirschbaums and the company WKC was formed as it exists today.
The German Army (Heer) first carried a dagger beginning in 1935. The weapon was worn in lieu of occasions not demanding the wearing of a more formal sword. The dagger design was quite attractive featuring silvered heavy fittings with white or colored grip. The crossguard depicted a Wehrmacht open-winged eagle clutching a wreathed swas.
The pommel depicted oak leafing around the outer circumference. The scabbard had panels of pebble designs. Later produced examples were plated with nickel, and late war-made pieces were unplated, finished in a gray color metal. These daggers are often encountered with an aluminum portepee.
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By Paul Koch –
I listened to the radio on a recent Sunday afternoon as the reports came in of a shooting at the Garlic Festival in Gilroy, California. A 19-year-old young man had killed 3 and wounded 13 others. Once again, it all seemed senseless and difficult to imagine. Not even one week later I learned about the horrific shooting at an El Paso Walmart. A 21-year-old young man killed 22 and injured 26. The next morning as I drove down to church to prepare for service, I heard the shocking reports coming out of Dayton, Ohio. This time a 24-year-old killed 10 and injured 27 others.
Then I look at my son. He's only 9, but I try to imagine him not as the victim of such a crime but as the perpetrator. What would cause him to join the ranks of those young men committing such atrocities?
Of course, the usual debates have all been reenacted. The lines in the sand are drawn and well known to everyone. Is it 2nd Amendment issues or violent video games or Gangster Rap? Rage boils over and everyone tries to capitalize on the frayed emotions of a society that just wants to see the shootings stop. If political points can be scored, they will be exploited for every last drop. Maybe this time it will be different, perhaps this time there will be real action, real solutions. I hope so.
In trying to process all of this I recalled an old lyric from Eminem who was perhaps more accurate than anyone wanted to give him credit for at the time. In his song, The Way I Am (The Marshall Mathers LP, 2000), he talked about kids committing violent acts and even alluded to the Columbine shooting saying:
"And it seems like the media immediately points a finger at me
So, I point one back at 'em, but not the index or pinkie
Or the ring or the thumb, it's the one you put up
When you don't give a fuck, when you won't just put up
With the bullshit they pull, 'cause they full of shit too
When a dude's getting bullied and shoots up his school
And they blame it on Marilyn and the heroin
Where were the parents at? And look where it's at!
Middle America, now it's a tragedy
Now it's so sad to see, an upper-class city havin' this happening…"
Again, I look at my son.
Perhaps not simply, "Where were the parents at?" but, "Where were the fathers at?" In the incredible book, The Boy Crisis, the authors (Farrell and Gray) marshal ample evidence linking mass shooters to what they call dad-deprived homes. The presence of a dad in the home has a massive impact on a boys' economic future, emotional intelligence and marital potential. One of the maxims of their work is, "When boys are hurt, they hurt us – physically, psychologically, and economically." In all the discussion surrounding these shootings I fear we might be overlooking the real danger perpetuating the violence – the role of dad.
I look at my son and I see that it is my relationship with him, my interaction, my presence, my roughhousing and limit setting and forgiving and compassion which will have a far greater impact than any legislation or social shaming. The dangerous weapon we wield is the relationship of a boy with a father. To undervalue this is to play a deadly game. We must be champions of dads, encouraging this relationship as often as we can, and even stepping into the role for others if we must. But we cannot ignore it. In an age where masculinity is demonized as toxic and we passively view the government as an acceptable replacement for a father, I fear there will be no shortage of shootings by young men. As the authors of The Boy Crisis write, "Dads – like moms, air, and water – are essential to our lives" (p. 105).
The time has come for us to stop trying to live without dads.


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Criminal Prosecution and Extradition
Multiple citizenship can turn out to be problematic in criminal prosecution and extradition. Many countries not only penalize offences committed on their territory but also certain acts committed abroad.
Germany is one of the countries that prosecutes criminal offences committed abroad if the offence would lead to prosecution in Germany, or if there is no power of prosecution at the scene of the crime. No matter where the German lives or resides, he is liable to German prosecution. There are no different rules for people with multiple citizenships. In other words, no matter where Germans live, they are liable to German prosecution. If you are in doubt then ask your ambassador or an attorney in your home country or in the respective foreign country. Write a letter if you feel uncomfortable going to the embassy or have an attorney represent your interests.
As a multiple citizen, I had a legal abortion in Germany but not so at home. I just heard that my other home country may try to prosecute me. Can it?
Multiple citizens are subject to the laws of all their home countries. This means that you can indeed be held liable for acts committed abroad. These acts do not necessarily have to be subject to prosecution in Germany. Even though you are not in trouble with German authorities, your other home country could try to imprison you. Get specific legal advice if you are planning to go to your other home country.
While abroad, I was arrested and indicted for a severe crime. It was all a mistake, but I was sent to prison. Since the prison was overfilled at that time, I was extradited to Germany. Can I be charged with that crime again and even be sent to jail again?
It looks like a case of double jeopardy (being charged twice with the same offense). German constitution forbids this (art. 103 III GG). If you served time abroad, you will get credit for it in Germany. Bear in mind that sentences vary from country to country. If you were sentenced to one year in prison abroad, you might be sentenced anew in Germany to two years behind bars. You will have to serve out the remaining year. On the other hand, the reality is that German courts exercise discretion in weighing your punishment abroad.
After having gotten into some trouble in Germany and in my other home country, I fled to a country whose nationality I do not have. To whom will I be extradited? To Germany? To my other country?
Hard to say. This problem will turn out to be really touchy for the country you are visiting. Without a treaty, the third country normally has the choice of which homeland to send you back to.


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Photos - 18 September
We have now added many symposium photos to this website. Please cehck them out on the photo page,
Programme update - 8 May
The symposium Programme now provides info on plenary talks, splinter session presentations, posters, town hall discussions, and training.
Symposium App - 1 May
We are excited to announce that OceanPredict '19 has a free, official app that you are encouraged to use to connect with other attendees at the symposium and to view the detailed program information! You can download it HERE. Once signed in, find the event OceanPredict'19 and use the code provided by email to join.
Conference Day 4 - Thu, 9 May
The symposium includes a day of discussion and training, we llike everyone to attend. Day 4 is set up to allow hands-on experience through training, townhall discussion, specialised technical meetings, and options for informal exchange with other meeting attendees. Please drop us a quick email if you are planning to attend.
Registration open until the symposium
You can still register for the OceanPredict '19 Symposium up to the event. Make sure to visit or registration page to secure a place in the event.
Oral and poster presenters
Abstract submitters are requested to confirm their participation as oral or poster presenters.
Please email our event organisers to let us know you are coming!
Hotel booking deadline 3 April 2019
Booking rooms at the Cambridge Suites Hotel for the conference rate ($ 179 excl. tax) is only possible until 3 April 2019, or until all reserved rooms are booked. Please visit our accommodation page to arrange your booking.