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Network Working Group Jon Postel (SRI-ARC) Request for Comments: 719 Jul 76 NIC #36138 Discussion on RCTE The following is the significant portion of a dialog on RCTE that has followed the publication of RFC 718. 15-Jul-76 Nancy Mimno (BBN-NET) Jon, I've read RFC718 and have got some comments, in particular with respect to the "third problem" or clearing the input buffer part. 1) I believe the stated implementation is backwards: in the normal case of the RCTE mode negotiation, the server sends "WILL RCTE" and the user sends ,"DO RCTE"; the reverse case is thus the server sending "DO RCTE" and the user "WILL RCTE" Also, it is probably wise to say explicitly that the server's sending "DO RCTE" requires the user process to respond "WILL (or WON'T) RCTE" and that this response is the synchronizing mark. 2) The problem is a real one and I think the RCTE protocol would be better with a "clear input, reset counters" function. The question is Ill now to do it. In talking with Rav yesterday, I learned that he had this in mind as a general function, not restricted to RCTE; in fact, TENEX sends the "reverse RCTE" option for "clear your input buffer" whether or not the connection is in RCTE mode. In this case, the statement about "cannot be confused with the normal use of the RCTE option" will not always be true. I think we both agreed that the current solution should just be an interim one. 3) I suggest a different way of performing this function, using the synch-datamark sequence. First, the RCTE option would have to explicitly require that this function reset the counters and cause a "clear your input buffer (of data)", all synchronized with the datamark of course. This is pretty much what it is now except for the reset counters; receiving Synch-data mark when in RCTE probably needed defining anyhow. Because RCTE won't work unless both sides agree, the "clear input and reset counters" meaning for synch-data mark would have to be a mandatory part of the RCTE option. Second, since the Synch-data mark is a "one-way" function, there needs to be a way for one side of the connection to tell the other side to "send me a Synch-data mark". The New Telnet protocol spec implied that Abort Output could be used for that purpose; if hot, then perhaps a new function could be defined. Again, the RCTE option should make some explicit statement requiring (or very strongLy recommending) this interpretation of AO. For non-RCTE mode, it's a nice idea but probably not required. Ray has tentatively agreed- thinks it could work on Tenex (server side). I would like your comments and Doug Dodds' (Tenex user RCTE). I don't know of any other existing RCTE implementations that would have to change. I also don't know what it -1-
takes to extend official protocols these days, but maybe it's easier to do that than define a new option (ie reverse RCTE). Regards, Nancy 15-Jul-76 Doug Dodds (BBN-RCC) Nancy, Your suggestion for the RCTE-clear function being performed by the Au command (when RCTE is on) is a good one. I see no problem with it from the side of the Tenex User Telnet (NTELNET). At present NTELNET is ignoring AO (and some other commands) entirely; this is a good opportunity to implement it in general. Doug 21-Jul-76 Jon Postel (SRI-ARC) I met with Ray Tomlinson for a few minutes to discuss the RCTE-clear function and other RCTE features. We agreed that Nancy's suggestion for using the AO command for the clear function made sense. We also determined that the RCTE document should say something about the state some other options should be in when using RCTE. For example we believe that GO-AHEAD must be suppressed while RCTE is in use, that when one quits RCTE the ECHO mode must be restored to what it was at the time of entering RCTE,, and that BINARY and RCTE do not make sense as a combination because every byte would have to be assumed to be a break character. We also determined that it is unworkable to use RCTE and no break characters since there is no way to get out of that state. 22-Jul-76 Jon Postel (SRI-ARC) As a result of the above discussion I will prepare a revised RCTE specification document. A draft will be distributed to interested parties for comments and the final document will be published as an RFC. -2-

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A proof that math opens doors
Don't tell Evelyn Boyd Granville that math lovers are nerds. This child of the Great Depression and daughter of a janitor has a mission: neutralize the belief among today's students that being good at math makes you a social misfit.
"There's a lot of peer pressure to be cool, to be like the rest of the crowd - and this whole word they've invented, 'nerd,' didn't exist in my day, thank goodness," says Ms. Granville, the first black woman in America to earn a PhD in mathematics, from Yale University in 1949. "You could be great at music at a young age, and nobody looks upon you as weird ... do they? We must get beyond this for mathematics. And I think we can."
Granville didn't have an easy start. She attended a segregated school in the US capital and grew up poor. But she decided, even as a grade-schooler solving math problems in her head for fun, that everything would come out right if she stuck with math. And it has.
Math was always the great equalizer for her. "The fact that an African-American woman can do math has to mean something to somebody," she says. "It has to change some attitudes - or at least make people think."
Granville, who has taught math for decades to students from college to grade school, is being hailed as a mathematical beacon to a new generation of US students. Last year, she was honored by the National Academy of Sciences. Dow Chemical Co. sent her on a national tour of grade schools to help inspire future mathematicians.
She believes in the need to make math meaningful to students, recommending, for instance, that grade-schoolers be taught the history of math's impact on society. But her campaign is an uphill battle: Most US students don't have the math skills of children in other countries.
That's why she's fond of recounting the warning of MIT math professor Daniel Strook: "I believe that math is in grave danger of joining Latin and Greek on the heap of subjects which were once deemed essential but are now, at least in America, regarded as relics of an obsolete, intellectual tradition," she said during a recent speech at Yale.
Granville hopes her story will show children that math "opens doors." Her parents always made it known that they expected her to attend college, because education was key to escaping poverty and gaining respect. She had role models, too. Inspired by her third-grade teacher, she always knew she wanted to become a math teacher.
Instead of succumbing to the stereotype that minority women didn't "do" math, adults in Granville's life supported and nurtured her love of logic. Quickly, it began driving her to higher achievement, first as a valedictorian at Washington's Dunbar High School in 1941. When she didn't think she could afford college, her mom gave her $500 - and an aunt matched that. She graduated summa cum laude in 1945 from Smith College, where mathematics scholarships paid her way.
Rocketing off to Yale, she earned her doctorate with a thesis on the esoteric "Laguerre series in the complex domain." Impractical? Not so. She says it prepared her well "for everything."
After completing her PhD, Granville taught from 1950 to 1952 at a black college - then leaped into government service. In the era of Sputnik, the space race and cold war were in full sway. First at the National Bureau of Standards, later at the US Army, she used numerical analysis to aid the design of missile fuses. She later provided trajectory and orbit analysis for space projects Vanguard, Mercury, and Apollo for NASA.
"In the '50s, we were in competition with the Russians to develop these space probes, so it was exciting," she says. "Today we hardly pay any attention when the shuttle goes up. It's kind of ho hum."
Finally, she returned to her first goal: teaching. In 1967, she accepted a professorship at California State University in Los Angeles, where she taught math to teachers.
Today, with "math wars" in full swing, her philosophy doesn't fit neatly with professional mathematicians - or math educators' constructivist, or discovery-oriented, approach. Instead, she blends tradition and progress in a way not easily categorized. Granville, for instance, is a product of rigorous, traditional math training. Yet she taught and wrote a book on "new math" - part of a short-lived 1960s movement to diverge from rote learning and teach deeper concepts.
She advocates letting students explore multiple ways of problem solving - emphasizing clever techniques not in the books. She is similarly adamant that math must not be taught as a "series of disconnected, meaningless technical procedures from dull and empty textbooks." Both are reassuring to the math reformers who are pushing to adopt programs that deal with concepts more, use calculators more, and memorize less.
Granville isn't ready to let current reform off the hook. Calculators in elementary classes should be rare, she says. Even in high school, their regular use can "cripple" the ability to manipulate equations and understand deep interrelationships in math, she says. If that's not enough to set a math-reformer's teeth on edge, she adds that basic addition and multiplication tables must be memorized early. Inability to automatically do "basic algorithms," make algebra and higher math exceedingly difficult for students, she says.
But perhaps the biggest problem, she says, is math teachers who don't really understand their trade because they've been allowed to skip math during training. "We teach that there is only one way to solve a problem, and we should let children explore various techniques," she says. "But we're not training teachers to provide this new approach."
When teachers allow calculators too much, don't have broad training in math, and do not know how to cover deeper concepts, the result is frustration, she says: "The children end up crippled in mathematics at an early age. Then, when they get to the college level, they are unable to handle college classes. It's tragic because almost every academic area requires some exposure to mathematics."
Granville offers no-nonsense advice: Don't give up. Even with her high-powered background, she was first rejected when she applied to teach at several white colleges. She didn't let that - or her gender - stand in her way.
"There's lot of talk about women and minorities in math, why they aren't there in great numbers," she says. "When I was young, nobody told me women couldn't do mathematics. Sometimes, I'm glad I wasn't born in the enlightened '90s."
During her recent Yale address, she implored professors: "Make children learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and they won't need calculators. How do you teach the beauty of mathematics, how do teach them to ... solve problems, to acquaint them with various strategies of problem solving so they can take these skills into any level of mathematics? That's the dilemma we face."
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The No. 2 American military officer, Air Force Gen. John Hyten, says the Pentagon must do more to create a diverse force and also must deal with the rising problem of sexual misconduct by looking for answers outside the military.
Hyten, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, made his remarks in a wide-ranging interview with Steve Inskeep on NPR's Morning Edition.
Asked about calls to change the names of American military bases named after Confederate generals, among them Fort Bragg, N.C., Hyten acknowledged some military personnel want to do so, adding that it would be a "good symbol."
But Hyten said for the most part, he's told by the enlisted personnel and officers he meets that they want "more meaningful change."
"And what they point out to me is that when they look at the Joint Chiefs of Staff, they see all old white males and they say, 'I would like to see a military .... see myself in the most senior leadership positions in terms of myself in terms of my background, my race, my sex."
Hyten observed that the incoming Air Force chief of staff, Gen. Charles Brown, will be the first African American to sit on the Joint Chiefs since Gen. Colin Powell ended his term as chairman in 1993.
"That's not right," Hyten said. "That's absolutely not right."
Hyten said the percentage of minorities in the enlisted ranks of the military is higher than in the U.S. population at large, but not so in the officer corps.
That gap is stark in the small number of female African American military pilots, just 72 out of more than 3,300 women, according to a recent analysis by McClatchy News Service.
Hyten said the number of minority personnel in operations – such as pilots and infantry and armor – is small, and those are the areas where officers are most often slated for promotion. The Pentagon, he said, has to do a better job recruiting and developing diverse officers by expanding its efforts to different parts of the country and different schools.
Addressing another chronic challenge facing the military, Hyten said the Pentagon must finally look beyond uniformed leaders to deal with the ongoing and increasing incidence of sexual assault and sexual harassment in the ranks.
"I think we have a problem with sexual harassment and sexual assault in the military," Hyten said.
Hyten said he and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley have decided to go outside the military to search for answers.
"I think we have to go outside of our culture to solve this problem," Hyten said.
Hyten himself was accused of sexual misconduct last year by a female Air Force officer who was one of his aides. She accused the general of unwanted touching and kissing. An Air Force investigation found no evidence to support the allegations. Following several closed-door Senate Armed Service Committee hearings, not one senator supported the accusations.
Asked about this, Hyten said: "The truth matters. The truth will come out."
Hyten said his daughter told him he had two options in terms of his response. The first, to put his head down and pretend it never happened, and just get on with his life. The other option, she said, " 'You can make an effort to try to make a difference.' And so when your daughter says something like that to you, you really only have one choice, and that's to try to make a difference."
Thoughts on the coronavirus and challenges ahead
Hyten, who serves on the Pentagon's coronavirus task force, agreed with immunologist Dr. Anthony Fauci, who said the U.S. is not doing as well as other countries in combating the virus.
"I can't say everything is going as well as I would have liked it at this point," Hyten said. "So, I can't disagree with Dr. Fauci that way. But I do think we've made significant improvement in many, many areas."
Hyten also said, regarding military testing for the virus, "We're in a pretty good place," though there's still a "significant supply concern" in the next couple of months. "We just got to make sure we stay that way as we go through the fall."
The general, a Harvard graduate who has specialized in missiles and space operations, said the challenge for the military in the coming years — against a possible adversary like China — is to bring together all military options: Army, Navy, Air Force, as well as space and cyberspace, to "simultaneously and seamlessly" go after a foe.
"And developing the capability to do that," Hyten says, "is going to be one of the biggest challenges in the next five years."
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Green Bay Packers legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Paul Hornung has died at age 84, the Louisville Sports Commission announced Friday.
Hornung died Friday after a long battle with dementia. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Angela.
Hornung was an icon of the 1960s Packers teams. A No. 1 pick in the 1957 NFL Draft, the running back was the NFL's MVP in 1961, and his Packers earned championships in 1961, 1962, and 1965, along with winning Super Bowl I in 1967.
Hornung was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986, the Associated Press reported.
He also won the 1956 Heisman Trophy while playing quarterback for Notre Dame.
Nicknamed "The Golden Boy" due to his blonde hair, Hall of Fame Coach Vince Lombardi once called Hornung "the most versatile man ever to play the game," the Commission said in its news release.
"Due to COVID restrictions, there will be a private funeral mass at St. Louis Bertrand Church in Louisville followed by a private burial in Cave Hill Cemetery. Owen Funeral Home-Jeffersontown will oversee services. A public celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Norton Sports Health Athletics and Learning Complex via the Louisville Urban League, 1535 West Broadway, Louisville, Ky., 40203; or the Sister Visitor Center via Catholic Charities of Louisville, 2911 South Fourth Street, Louisville, Ky., 40208," the Louisville Sports Commission said.
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While roofs across the world sport photovoltaic solar panels to convert sunlight into electricity, a Duke University engineer believes a novel hybrid system can wring even more useful energy out of the sun's rays.
Instead of systems based on standard solar panels, Duke engineer Nico Hotz proposes a hybrid option in which sunlight heats a combination of water and methanol in a maze of glass tubes on a rooftop. After two catalytic reactions, the system produces hydrogen much more efficiently than current technology without significant impurities. The resulting hydrogen can be stored and used on demand in fuel cells.
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"The hybrid system achieved exergetic efficiencies of 28.5 percent in the summer and 18.5 percent in the winter, compared to 5 to 15 percent for the conventional systems in the summer, and 2.5 to 5 percent in the winter," said Hotz, assistant professor of mechanical engineering and materials science at Duke's Pratt School of Engineering.
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Costs and efficiencies of systems can vary widely depending on location – since the roof-mounted collectors that could provide all the building's needs in summer might not be enough for winter. A rooftop system large enough to supply all of a winter's electrical needs would produce more energy than needed in summer, so the owner could decide to shut down portions of the rooftop structure or, if possible, sell excess energy back to the grid.
"The installation costs per year including the fuel costs, and the price per amount of electricity produced, however showed that the (hybrid) solar scenarios can compete with the fossil fuel-based system to some degree," Hotz said. 'In summer, the first and third scenarios, as well as the hybrid system, are cheaper than a propane- or diesel-combusting generator."
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Thank you Barbara, for taking the time to speak with me about the difficulty you had with the kit. With your valuable feedback, we've made some changes which will make this much easier for everyone. We appreciate you so much!
Super fast service & beautiful fabric. Lewis & Irene fabric new to me - wonderful quality and very unique. Will definitely visit again!
Thank you so much Patricia! I know you'll love your Lewis and Irene fabric. :)
This is the best shop. She cares. Will go out of her way for her customers. Will be a retuning customer.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We do try! :)
Catherine went out of her way to help me with my order. Received the fabulous fabric in a timely manor. I look forward to ordering more from Cats Cuts!
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World's first transcontinental anesthesia
Videoconferences may be known for putting people to sleep, but never like this. Dr. Thomas Hemmerling and his team of McGill's Department of Anesthesia achieved a world first on August 30, 2010, when they treated patients undergoing thyroid gland surgery in Italy remotely from Montreal. The approach is part of new technological advancements, known as 'Teleanesthesia', and it involves a team of engineers, researchers and anesthesiologists who will ultimately apply the drugs intravenously which are then controlled remotely through an automated system.
This achievement is a product of an on-going scientific collaboration between Dr. Hemmerling's team and the Italian team of Dr. Zaouter of the Department of Anesthesia of Pisa University (Chairman Prof. Giunta).
"The practice has obvious applications in countries with a significant number of people living in remote areas, like Canada, where specialists may not be available on site," Hemmerling said. "It could also be used for teaching purposes, allowing the resident to perform tasks without the physical presence of a tutor, thus increasing his or her confidence level."
Four strategically placed video cameras monitored every aspect of patient care in Pisa, Italy, in real time. Ventilation parameters (such as the patient's breathing rate), vital signs (ECG, heart rate, oxygen saturation) and live images of the surgery are monitored by each camera, with the fourth used for special purposes. A remote computer station ('anesthesia cockpit') is required, as is a workstation that handles the audio-video link between the two centres. "Obviously, local anesthesiologists can override the process at any time," Hemmerling explained. Prior to the operation, an assessment of the patient's airway and medical history is also performed via video-conferencing.
The researchers are also looking at the possibility of preoperative assessment of patients at home. It used to be that invasive blood tests or other tests were required in preparation for many surgeries, but that's no longer the case. Many patients take very long journeys and often wait hours to see an anesthesiologist who will ask them specific questions, but video-conferencing could eliminate these logistical problems and probably reduce the preoperative stress of the patients coming into the hospital before surgery. "The next steps will be to confirm the results of this pilot experience with further studies," Hemmerling said.


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StripFlock Pro Heat Transfer Vinyl
The Only Flock in the Industry That Can Be Layered on Itself!
A great alternative to embroidery, StripFlock Pro gives logos a raised, textured, suede-like feel. Excellent for retro designs or anytime you want a rich look. StripFlock Pro can be used as a base layer and covered with other materials, giving a very unique, high-end look to logos and designs. In addition, StripFlock® is very opaque and has deep, rich colors that are great for animal prints and for layering on top of other materials.
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Kiwi Crate Giveaway and BIG Contest
I have shared here before about my love for Kiwi Crate. The creator and owner of the company was a dear friend of mine growing up and I am so very proud of her. (You can read about Sandra HERE.) Kiwi Crate provides creative kid's craft, art and science projects in a box delivered to your door each month. If your child or grandchild is between the ages of 3 and 7, you need to join. They are absolutely delightful.
And today I have TWO ways for you to win.
Kiwi Crate has teamed up with Pottery Barn Kids and has a BIG giveaway valued at $750. Just go HERE for your chance to win. Then come back here and leave a comment letting me know you entered and I will pick a winner from the comments. This winner will receive a Kiwi Crate single box from me! (Comments will close at 11:59pmEST on 4/14/13.) Good luck!
This is a GREAT gift, also. If you want to learn more about Kiwi Crate, head HERE.
(Oh and the winner from the Simon Says Stamp Blog Hop was Sammy D and the winner of the Chic Tags was Amber B. We emailed you both. Thanks!)


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The Fires of Pompeii
So, this isn't exactly about current eruptions, but I was able to watch the new (well, to the U.S.) Doctor Who episode centered around the 79 A.D. eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Now, to me, this was two of my favorite things (volcanoes and Doctor Who) fuses into one, and while I enjoyed it, it wasn't my favorite thing ever.
The premise is that the Doctor and Donna accidently end up in Pompeii the day before the volcano erupts and buries the city in pyroclastic flows and ash fall. Of course, there is more than that going on. We find all sorts of nasty alien-related things going on like people (well, soothsayers and prophets) turning into stone, giant monsters held together by "internal magma", stone circuitry and the Doctor speaking Celtic. There are some good, albeit brief, shots of Vesuvius erupting and the pyroclastic flows inundating the city. On the downside, they do show brief shots of obviously Hawai'ian lavas and the Doctor & Donna outrun a pyroclastic flow (after being shot out of the volcano!) but, hey, they were also inside the volcano to find it full of rock monsters, so what can we expect.
Overall, it is always great to find volcanoes in popular media and at least with Doctor Who, as opposed to films like Volcano, Dante's Peak and the like, we're not expecting it to be entirely realistic.


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Ford has made it a trifecta of WRC reveals with these new images of their race-prepped Fiesta RS. The car has undergone 3000km of limited testing in Britain and France already. Next week the Fiesta RS WRC will be in Spain for more test sessions, the first with full 2011 specs.
Gerard Quinn, Ford of Europe's Motorsport chief, says, "We're delighted to preview the Ford Fiesta RS WRC in such a prominent Motor Show as Paris. There are significant visual differences from the Fiesta S2000 base car as well as major changes under the skin. The biggest, of course, is the 1.6-litre Ford EcoBoost turbo engine -the original version of which was developed by Ford's Powertrain Engineering team."
More pics and details after the break. Unfortunately the last three pics are only available in 1024px sizing. The first three can be viewed as 2000px super images and if I stumble across full versions of the other pics I will update them accordingly.
Paris Show preview for all-new Ford Fiesta RS World Rally Car
PARIS, 30 September 2010 – Ford's new challenger for the 2011 FIA World Rally Championship, the all-new Fiesta RS World Rally Car, made its first global public appearance at the Paris Motor Show today.
The Fiesta RS WRC will make its competition debut in Rally Sweden, the opening round of the 2011 FIA World Rally Championship, on 10 – 13 February.
For Paris, the preview model has been finished in a striking blue and grey livery, specially developed for the show by Ford of Europe's design team. The new World Rally Car, derived from the best-selling Fiesta road car, is being developed by Ford of Europe and its rally partner M-Sport.
Using as a base the Ford Fiesta S2000 rally car, which won the legendary Monte Carlo Rally on its debut last January and other international and national rallies in 2010, Ford of Europe's design team and M-Sport have worked together to fine-tune the styling of the bodywork and aerodynamic package of the new Fiesta to create an exciting replacement for the outgoing Focus RS WRC.
Although detailed changes may be made as the Fiesta RS WRC car continues its development programme through the balance of this year and in time for the commencement of the team's specialised pre-season testing, the final car will share the eye-catching appearance and acclaimed 'kinetic design' styling cues synonymous with Ford's latest road vehicles. The interior will also be instantly recognisable as a Fiesta RS WRC rally car as it contains a number of production parts.
A new era for the World Rally Championship
The Fiesta RS WRC competition car will form part of a new era for the world championship. The Fiesta rally car will boast four-wheel drive transmission and a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, based on the all-new Ford EcoBoost engine family, to comply with new regulations.
The new Ford EcoBoost engine family features direct petrol injection and turbocharging to maximise performance and efficiency. "The introduction of Ford's latest engine technology to its rally programme reinforces further our commitment to motorsport. It also demonstrates our continued support for affordable competition by using an off-the-shelf production engine on which to base our WRC power plant," said Mike Norton, Ford of Europe's Motorsport Manager.
Specialist engineers from Ford and M-Sport have co-operated closely in the development of this 1.6-litre engine, with highly-respected French tuner Pipo Moteur bringing additional expertise to the power plant.
The Fiesta RS WRC appearance at the Paris Motor Show precedes the car's first major test programme with the full 2011 engine specification on gravel roads in Spain next week. The car has already completed almost 3000 kilometres of testing in Britain and France, powered initially by the current WRC engine and more recently by a prototype 1.6-litre Ford EcoBoost turbo unit.
The test will provide the first opportunity for BP Ford Abu Dhabi World Rally Team drivers Mikko Hirvonen and Jarmo Lehtinen and team-mates Jari-Matti Latvala and Miikka Anttila to drive the new Fiesta RS WRC.
Gerard Quinn, Ford of Europe's Motorsport chief, has overseen the Ford development programme throughout 2010 and says: "We're delighted to preview the Ford Fiesta RS WRC in such a prominent Motor Show as Paris. There are significant visual differences from the Fiesta S2000 base car as well as major changes under the skin. The biggest, of course, is the 1.6-litre Ford EcoBoost turbo engine -the original version of which was developed by Ford's Powertrain Engineering team."
M-Sport managing director and BP Ford Abu Dhabi World Rally Team director Malcolm Wilson is equally enthusiastic about the new car.
"This is a thrilling time for everyone involved in the car's development", Wilson affirms. "Countless hours have gone into the Fiesta RS WRC to reach this point, and for the car to be unveiled in public for the first time is a proud moment for us. We are right on track with our development and the team is delighted with testing to date. Another major step forward will be taken at the start of October when the car tests in full 2011 technical specification for the first time.
"We will have a test car running under the guidance of our technical director, Christian Loriaux. Mikko and Jari-Matti lead our challenge with the new car in the 2011 WRC, so their feedback from the testing is critical, and will provide valuable data for our engineering team to work with," added Wilson.
The Fiesta RS WRC will replace the record-breaking Focus RS WRC as Ford's championship challenger. The Focus RS WRC won back-to-back manufacturers' world titles in 2006 and 2007, and its victory in New Zealand in May was the Blue Oval's 75th at WRC level, making Ford the most successful manufacturer in world championship history.
Ford has sold more than one million of the hugely-successful, latest generation Fiesta road cars around the world since it went on sale in October 2008. Fiesta, Ford's truly global car, is the No 2 best-selling car across Europe.
Also, the latest Fiesta has already proved its abilities in motorsport. The Fiesta SportTrophy International for Fiesta R2 cars is a successful support series to the FIA World Rally Championship and the Fiesta S2000 rally car currently leads the S-WRC support series within the WRC.
American sports icon Ken Block has campaigned a Fiesta rally car in the Rally America championship this season, and the car won gold and silver medals in both the Rally Car and Super Rally events at the X Games event in Los Angeles in July.
"The Ford Fiesta has already established itself as a serious contender in a range of global motorsport activities, and we can't wait to debut our official car in the hugely demanding World Rally Championship next year," said Gerard Quinn.
"We've worked hard to ensure the car is undoubtedly related to the best-selling Fiesta road car which itself is a global success story. Ford's design and product development teams have worked closely and efficiently with our partners at M-Sport whose enormous expertise is key to delivering not just a highly competitive rally car, but also a car that is both stylish and recognisably a Ford Fiesta," he added.


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In recent years, the radical online community known as Anonymous has been associated with attacks or "raids" on hundreds of targets. Angered by issues as diverse as copyright abuse and police brutality, they've taken on child pornographers, the Bay Area Rapid Transit system and even forced a standoff with Mexican drug cartels. They've hit corporate targets like Sony, cyber-security firms like HBGary Federal and would-be web controllers like the Church of Scientology.
They shut down Mastercard, Visa and Paypal after those groups froze financial transactions to Wikileaks. Along with other hacktivist groups like Telecomix, they've launched cyber attacks against foreign governments in support of the Arab Spring. They served as tech support for the Occupy movement and have put their mark on countless uprisings around the world. One participant described their protests as "ultra coordinated motherfuckery."
So who is Anonymous?
They've been called criminals, "hackers on steroids" and even terrorists. But the vast majority of those who identify as Anonymous don't break the law. They see themselves as activists and protectors of free speech, and tend to rise up most powerfully when they perceive a threat to internet freedom or personal privacy. Whether you are a soccer mom or a member of Congress, you live in an electronic landscape that has exploded with largely unchecked intrusion and surveillance. You are tracked by government databases while corporate advertisers are looking to buy your personal data for pennies. In this landscape, the existence of the collective internet culture called Anonymous makes the case for anonymity.
Using tools of disruption and spectacle, they have also become the face of dissent for a variety of human rights and information freedom groups around the globe. They are a legion of loud but largely masked geeks, hackers, pranksters and outraged citizens who have unwittingly redefined civil disobedience for the digital age, and found themselves in the middle of one of the most important battles of our time.
WE ARE LEGION: The Story of the Hacktivists, takes us inside the complex culture and history of Anonymous. The film explores early hacktivist groups like Cult of the Dead Cow and Electronic Disturbance Theater, and then moves to Anonymous' own raucous and unruly beginnings on the website 4Chan.
Through interviews with current members – some recently returned from prison, others still awaiting trial – as well as writers, academics and major players in various "raids," WE ARE LEGION traces the collective's breathtaking evolution from merry pranksters to a full-blown, global movement, one armed with new weapons of civil disobedience for an online world.


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Feel like a member of Selby Gardens for a day! One of the best parts of being a tropical, urban oasis is that Selby Gardens is within easy walking distance of some of the best shopping, dining and recreation the area has to offer. Admission to the Gardens is good for the entire day (10:00am-5:00pm), so stop in early to see how beautiful our living collection looks displayed in early morning light, head into town or to the bayfront to catch some mid-day action and then come back to see how the late afternoon light changes our landscape entirely! The only thing better than a day that starts and ends with SelbyGardens? Consider joining so EVERY day can start and end with a visit to our delightful garden!
- Restrooms are available in three locations throughout the Gardens.
- Insect repellant, sunscreen and sunglasses are great ideas to stay safe and comfortable. Some supplies are available at the Garden Shop.
- Bring a stroller if you have a young child, as there is plenty of ground to cover.
- Complimentary wheelchairs are available in the Welcome Center on a first-come, first-serve basis but cannot be reserved.
- Benches are located throughout the gardens.
- Please silence phones and electronic devices so that everyone may enjoy the tranquility of the gardens.
- The Green Orchid by Michael's On East offers elevated casual dining featuring a globally-inspired menu with much of the produce sourced directly from the Drs. Andrew and Judith Economos Rooftop Edible Garden!
- The Selby House Café, with food provided by Michael's On East, offers fine coffee and tea, as well as sandwiches, soups, and desserts.
- Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis on the terrace.
Creative Activities
- Cameras are welcome. You are surrounded in tropical and waterfront beauty. For safety reasons tripods and stands are not permitted in the Tropical Conservatory, but are permitted on the grounds. Please note: Professional photographers and media/press using the grounds must acquire permission from the marketing department ahead of time and should review our photography policy.
- Painting, sketching or other creative activities are encouraged.
- Feel free to bring your laptop or PDA. There is Wi-Fi in several locations.
Parking & Transportation
Limited free, on-site parking can be accessed from Palm Avenue or from Orange Avenue. During peak season, popular exhibits and special events, these lots are often at capacity so it's best to be prepared for other options. These include free city parking lots, including the Burns Square Parking Lot on Orange Avenue across from Dolphin Street. Three city garages, including the State Street Parking Garage at 1538 State Street between Lemon and Orange Avenues, are generally free, but may charge a fee for entry during special events. Find more information and a map of city parking facilities here.
Selby Gardens welcomes bike riders and bike racks are available near the Welcome Center.
Places to Stay
The Sarasota area offers many accommodations for day-trip and longer-term stays. A list of opportunities is available through Visit Sarasota.
We are pleased to partner with The Westin Sarasota, which is just a short walk along Sarasota Bay from Selby Gardens.


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Canon has now released the final specs and estimated release dates for the EOS R5 and R6 cameras. There is a lot of good advancement in features especially in video mode as what many believe is an afront to Sony and Panasonic who dominate video recording on ILCs. The R5 can record 24fps and 30fps 8k video or 8192 x 4320 pixels in RAW quality which is a staggering 1TB of storage or 2600 Mbits/s for only 51 minutes of recording time. That means that every hour you will eat up through a full TB of your RAID backup storage. We see this mode being transcoded to an intermediate format like Blackmagic RAW or BRAW or Apple ProRes as soon as possible.
There is more bad news, on the 120fps 4k front there is no other option of recording but All-I which saves every frame independently in 10-bit 4:2:2 which is good for excellent quality but at the cost of 1,880 Mbits/s which is 224MB/sec or 13,447MB / minute of recording time. Better get a ton of memory cards and hard drives ready!


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Justin Bieber + Hailey Baldwin Are Reportedly MARRIED
UPDATE: These two have officially tied the knot, according to E! News. "They didn't tell anyone they were doing it," a source said. "They are doing a separate ceremony out of the country with a few family members soon as well."
ORIGINAL POST: Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin, who shocked the entertainment world when they announced a lightning-quick engagement earlier this year, have sworn they don't plan to get married until 2019.
So...why did they just stop by a marriage courthouse together?
According to TMZ, the couple visited the Marriage Bureau in New York City Thursday (September 13), where they both were demonstrably emotional. Sources say Bieber was crying and saying to Baldwin "I can't wait to marry you baby." Another said Bieber and Baldwin planned to leave the country immediately after the visit.
And while TMZ can't confirm that the couple definitely got married, a source told the site Bieber told a judge "Thanks for keeping it on the DL," which would indicate they, indeed, tied the knot.
A source previously told the site the young couple wanted to take the time to make their ceremony just right.
"We're told they feel they've made the commitment, and that's the most important thing," TMZ wrote.
"Justin's been in love with her for a long time, so this didn't just come from out of the blue," the source added.
Bieber popped the question to Baldwin during a romantic trip to the Bahamas in July. The singer confirmed the news days later on Instagram.


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I love Indian women. They are beautiful, charming, sexy and (usually) infinitely cleverer than the men I meet. They are also less pompous and self important. In fact, they deliberately stay under the radar just to play the men around them.
This is why I love working with and sharing my life with women. I don't have to suffer locker room jokes or hear tall tales about fantastic sexual exploits. I can relax with women, have fun and (O yeah) crack jokes about men. I don't see the six yard sari as a sign of sexual bondage. I see it as a great liberating force. For me, it's far sexier than jeans, mini skirts and the horrible designer gowns that have suddenly become fashionable. The sari for me, is the ultimate turn on. Remember the rain soaked Madhubala walking into the garage in Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi? Or Kareena Kapoor dancing in the rain in Chameli? These are iconic images of sexuality. Both Madhubala and Kareena were sari clad, fully covered. Neither were doing the jhatka matkas you see even pre-pubescent little girls do on reality shows today. Yet they symbolised a rich and vibrant sexuality. As indeed did Meena Kumari in Saheb Biwi Ghulam and Waheeda Rehman in The Guide.
Now you know why I love Savita Bhabhi. She's Indian. She's sexy and she wears a sari.
By banning her site, the I&B Ministry has demonstrated (yet again) how men want to control women all the time. What is Savita Bhabhi's greatest appeal? That she is a typical Bharatiya nari who is brave enough to demonstrate that when it comes to sex she's no pushover. I have known many women like her who pretend to succumb to the sexual politics that men incessantly play around them and yet manage to get their way by cleverly manipulating the XXL male ego. So even as they play coy and subjugated, they are actually free women who live their lives on their own terms. I admire such women and worship on their altar.
No wonder Savita Bhabhi for me is iconic. She's the woman who can take all her sexual decisions on her own without fretting over them. Over 60 million fans flock to her site every month, no mean achievement for a sari clad desi nari, her long dark tresses parted dutifully in the middle where the bright red sindoor flames, while a mangalsutra dangles between her ample breasts. The idiots who argue that her's is a porn site should go visit what real porn sites look like. To begin with, every porn site uses photographs. Filthy, vulgar, exploitative photographs of actual women, not comic book characters having some harmless fun spoofing the way we Indian men treat our women.
Savita Bhabhi is a symbol of freedom, of empowerment, of the sexuality our women can wield if they are allowed to escape the sham world we Indian men trap them in because of our own fears of sexual inadequacy masquerading as machismo. That's why so many rapes happen. We feel inadequate when it comes to having sex with an equal partner. So we want sex slaves as wives, maids, friends, work colleagues, even underage kids. Savita Bhabhi challenges this mindset. The more virgin and demure she looks, the more powerful she is as a symbol of defiance against male chauvinism.
Animation underlines that symbolism. It affirms unequivocally that she's not out to titillate; she's out to prove a point. The amazing artists who brought her alive (Deshmukh, Dexstar and Mad) have created a person who will survive in our history books as the first Indian comic book character who took on the pigs and made them wince. So much so that the Government of India had to invoke the IT act of 2000, amended in 2008, which allows it the power to ban any website that "threatens the sovereignty or integrity of India, defence and security of the State or hampers friendly relations with other states.
No, till date, I have not seen Savita Bhabhi seduce Sarkozy or Berlusconi though I am sure she would have done a pretty decent job of it. Nor have I seen her sleep with the Al Qaida. Even if she did, I would believe she did it in our national interest, rather than to sell any military secrets. Sari clad Indian women don't usually do that even when they have sex on their minds.
C'mon Ms Minister, stand up for women's rights and sexual freedom. Get your goons off Savita Bhabhi; set her free. Remember what Woody Allen said. Assassination is just an extreme form of censorship and I'm sure you don't want to kill off India's first symbol of the sexually liberated woman. There are a hundred surreptitious ways of still meeting Savita Bhabhi on the net but why should we? The Taliban hasn't taken over India yet.
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Winstonm, on 2021-August-17, 14:25, said:
I haven't read it but I am sure a few earlier empires could have advised. But seemingly every generation of anything needs to relearn from their own mistakes. Sadly some can be devastating to others
I could also add that my new country of Australia could learn too what happens attaching themselves to imperial struggles around the world. Slow learners too


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802.11ad Single Carrier Link with RF Beamforming in Simulink
This example shows how to model an IEEE 802.11ad™ single carrier link in Simulink® which includes a phased array antenna with RF beamforming. This example requires the following products:
WLAN Toolbox™ for baseband transmitter and receiver
Phased Array System Toolbox™ for receive antenna array
RF Blockset™ for RF receiver
This model simulates an 802.11ad single carrier (SC) [ 1 ] link with RF beamforming. Multiple packets are transmitted through free space, then RF beamformed, demodulated and the PLCP service data units (PSDU) are recovered. The PSDUs are compared with those transmitted to determine the packet error rate. The receiver performs packet detection, timing synchronization, carrier frequency offset correction and unique word based phase tracking.
The MATLAB function block allows Simulink models to use MATLAB® functions. In this example, an 802.11ad SC link modeled in Simulink uses WLAN Toolbox functions called using MATLAB function blocks. For an 802.11ad baseband simulation in MATLAB, see the example 802.11ad Packet Error Rate Single Carrier PHY Simulation with TGay Channel (WLAN Toolbox).
System Architecture
The system consists of:
A baseband transmitter which generates a random PSDU and an 802.11ad SC packet.
A free space channel.
A receive antenna array which supports up to 16 elements. This module allows control of the array geometry, number of elements in an array, operating frequency, and receiver direction.
A 16 channel RF receiver module to process the RF signals. This receiver module includes low noise amplifiers, phase shifters, Wilkinson 16:1 combiner, and a down-converter. This module allows control of the beamforming direction used to calculate the corresponding phase shifts.
A baseband receiver which recovers the transmitted PSDU by performing packet detection, time and frequency synchronization, channel estimation, PSDU demodulation, and decoding.
The system diagnostics includes the display of equalized constellation and the obtained packet error rate.
The following sections describe the transmitter and receiver in more detail.
Baseband Transmitter
The baseband transmitter block creates a random PSDU and encodes the bits to create a single packet waveform based on the MCS and PSDU length values in the Model Parameters block. The packet generator block uses the function wlanWaveformGenerator
(WLAN Toolbox) to encode a packet.
RF Receiver
The RF receiver consists of amplifiers, phase shifters, Wilkinson 16:1 combiner and is implemented in superheterodyne fashion.
The phase shift applied to each element is calculated based on the beamforming direction. This is provided by the user and indicates the direction of the main beam. The receiver maximizes the SNR when the receiver's main beam points to the transmitter. Transmitter is omnidirectional and the receiver direction (az,el) indicates the direction of incident signal. The scenario where the receiver direction and the beamforming direction are different is shown. In this case, there will be a reduction in the received signal power leading to high packet error rate (PER) and error vector magnitude (EVM). The results section shows these values.
Baseband Receiver
The baseband receiver has two components: packet detection and packet recovery.
If a packet is detected, the packet recovery subsystem is enabled to process the detected packet.
The packet recovery subsystem processing consists of the following steps:
Frequency offset estimation and correction.
Symbol timing and channel frequency response estimation.
Noise power estimation.
Synchronization error checking. This determines whether the packet can be decoded or not.
Packet decoding.
In the packet decoder subsystem, the SC data field is extracted from the synchronized received waveform. Then, the PSDU is recovered using the extracted field, channel, and noise power estimates.
Running the simulation displays the packet error rate. The model updates the PER after processing each packet. The model also displays the equalized symbol constellation along with the EVM measurement. Note that for statistically valid results, long simulation times are required.
By default, the main beam of the receive antenna array points towards the direction: azimuth = 0 deg. and elevation = 0 deg.
If you change the Receiver direction
value in the receive antenna array towards a proximity null in the array radiation, the EVM increases and the packets cannot be successfully decoded.
If you change the Beamforming direction
value in the RF receiver such that the main beam points towards the transmitter, the EVM improves and packets are successfully decoded.
Exploring the Example
Try changing the signal to noise ratio (SNR) value in the Model Parameters block. Increasing SNR leads to lower packet error rates and improved EVM of equalized symbols constellation. The SNR specified is the signal to noise ratio at the input to the ADC, if a single receive chain is used. The SNR accounts for free space path loss, thermal noise and the noise figure of RF components.
You can change the array geometry and the number of elements in an array present in the receive antenna array block. Increasing the number of antenna elements improves the EVM. The diversity gain due to receiver antenna array can be observed in the equalized symbols constellation.
Selected Bibliography
IEEE Std 802.11™-2020. IEEE Standard for Information Technology - Telecommunications and Information Exchange between Systems - Local and Metropolitan Area Networks - Specific Requirements - Part 11: Wireless LAN Medium Access Control (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY) Specifications.


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Koogii Kreative
'Kiki' Dangle - Orange Mirror/ Party Glitter/ Teal Mirror
Regular price
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Statement, but a classic staple dangle. An all rounder, goes with everything sparkle.
Materials & Details
- Approx 4cm in Length
- Stainless Steel Stud Earring
Colours & Acrylic
Due to the difference in computer monitors, it can be difficult to accurately represent the actual colours of each product. We have tried our very best to represent the colours as closely as possible.
Read our 'Care Instructions' section on our website for a detail description on how to care for your Koogii K products.


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Oxybutynin is a medicine that relaxes an overactive bladder and reduces the need to urinate - read on for advice on its use, warnings and side effects.
What is oxybutynin used for?
- Urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency in people with unstable bladder conditions. The condition may have no known cause (idiopathic bladder instability), or may be due to problems with the nerve supply to the bladder (neurogenic bladder), for example following a spinal cord injury, or as a result of conditions affecting the nervous system such as spina bifida or multiple sclerosis.
- Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) associated with an overactive bladder in children aged five years and over. Oxybutynin is used in combination with other non-drug therapy and only when other approaches have not been successful.
How does oxybutynin work?
- Oxybutynin hydrochloride is a type of medicine called an anticholinergic (or antimuscarinic) muscle relaxant.
How do I take oxybutynin?
- The dose of oxybutynin that is prescribed and how often to take it will vary from person to person. It is important to follow the instructions given by your doctor. These will also be printed on the dispensing label that your pharmacist has put on the medicine.
- Oxybutynin tablets and liquid can be taken either with or without food.
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time for your next dose. In this case leave out the missed dose and take the next dose as usual when it is due. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
- Keep taking this medicine as prescribed until your doctor tells you to stop.
What should I know before taking oxybutynin?
- Oxybutynin may cause drowsiness, dizziness and blurred vision. If affected do not drive or operate machinery.
- Oxybutynin may rarely cause the pressure in your eyeball to increase. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience eye pain or a sudden change in your eyesight while taking oxybutynin, for example a reduced ability to see fine detail, seeing haloes around lights or blurred vision.
- Oxybutynin may reduce sweating, which can make you more likely to overheat in hot environments, or if you have a high temperature (fever). Discuss ways to minimise this risk with your doctor or pharmacist.
- Oxybutynin is not licensed for use in children under five years of age and for this reason the leaflets provided with the medicine will say that the medicine is not recommended for children under five. However, specialists do sometimes prescribe oxybutynin off-licence to treat certain urinary problems in children. If your child has been prescribed this medicine and you want further information you should ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Who should not take oxybutynin?
- People with an obstruction to the outflow of urine from the bladder and difficulty passing urine (urinary retention).
- People with a blockage in the stomach or intestines, or inactivity in the intestines that prevents material moving through the gut (gastrointestinal obstruction, intestinal atony or paralytic ileus).
- People with severe inflammation of the bowel and back passage (ulcerative colitis).
- People with a sudden expansion of the large intestine seen in advanced ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease (toxic megacolon).
- People with closed angle glaucoma.
- People with a condition called myasthenia gravis in which there is abnormal muscle weakness.
- People with rare inherited disorders called porphyrias.
- Oxybutynin tablets and liquid should not be used if you are allergic to any of their ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop taking oxybutynin and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Oxybutynin should be used with caution in
- Elderly people.
- Children.
- People with kidney or liver problems.
- People with gastro-oesophageal reflux, eg due to a hiatus hernia.
- People taking medicines that can cause or worsen reflux oesophagitis, eg bisphosphonates such as alendronate.
- People who are constipated.
- Men with an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
- People with an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism).
- People with high blood pressure (hypertension).
- People with heart disease, such as heart failure, an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), fast heart rate (tachycardia) or angina.
- People with disorders of the involuntary nervous system (autonomic neuropathy).
Can I take oxybutynin while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.
- The safety of oxybutynin for use during pregnancy has not been established. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy, unless the potential benefits to the mother outweigh any possible risks to the developing baby. Seek medical advice from your doctor.
- The safety of oxybutynin for use during breastfeeding has not been fully established. It is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers. Seek further medical advice from your doctor.
What are the possible side effects of oxybutynin?
Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with oxybutynin. Just because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people taking oxybutynin will experience that or any side effect.
Very common (affect more than 1 in 10 people)
- Feeling sleepy.
- Dizziness.
- Blurred vision.
- Headache.
- Feeling sick.
- Constipation.
- Dry mouth.
- Dry skin.
Common (affect between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100 people)
- Diarrhoea.
- Vomiting.
- Confusion.
- Dry eyes.
- Flushing.
- Inability to empty the bladder.
Uncommon (affect between 1 in 100 and 1 in 1000 people)
- Abdominal discomfort.
- Loss of appetite.
- Difficulty swallowing.
Frequency not known
- Heartburn or indigestion (acid reflux).
- Difficulty passing urine.
- Urinary tract infection.
- Feeling anxious or agitated.
- Seeing or hearing things that are not really there (hallucinations).
- Paranoia.
- Nightmares.
- Feeling disorientated.
- Problems with learning, memory, understanding or problem solving.
- Drowsiness.
- Convulsions (fits).
- Reduced sweating. See above.
- Heat stroke.
- Skin reactions such as rash, itching or increased sensitivity to sunlight.
- Faster than normal heartbeat (tachycardia).
- Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias).
- Dilated pupils.
- Raised pressure in the eye (narrow angle glaucoma).
Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you want any more information about the possible side effects of oxybutynin.
Can I take oxybutynin with other medicines?
It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with oxybutynin. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while taking oxybutynin, to make sure that the combination is safe.
There may be an increased risk of side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, constipation and difficulty passing urine if oxybutynin is taken with other medicines that can have antimuscarinic effects, such as the following:
- amantadine
- anticholinergic medicines for Parkinson's symptoms, eg procyclidine, orphenadrine, trihexiphenidyl
- antipsychotic medicines, eg haloperidol, chlorpromazine, clozapine
- antispasmodic medicines, eg hyoscine, atropine
- codeine
- disopyramide
- other anticholinergic medicines for urinary incontinence, eg tolterodine, solifenacin, propiverine
- MAOI antidepressants, eg phenelzine, tranylcypromine
- sedating antihistamines, eg brompheniramine, chlorphenamine, hydroxyzine
- tricyclic antidepressants, eg amitriptyline, clomipramine.
- Oxybutynin may reduce the absorption of levodopa (used for treating Parkinson's disease) from the gut.
Oxybutynin may oppose the effects of the following medicines on the gut:
- cisapride
- domperidone
- metoclopramide.
If oxybutynin is used in combination with medicines that work by increasing the action of acetylcholine, such as those listed below, these medicines may oppose each other's effects:
- donepezil, galantamine or rivastigmine used to treat Alzheimer's disease
- neostigmine, distigmine or pyridostigmine used for myasthenia gravis
- pilocarpine.
If you experience a dry mouth while taking oxybutynin you may find that medicines that are designed to dissolve and be absorbed from under the tongue, eg sublingual glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) tablets for angina, become less effective. This is because the tablets do not dissolve properly in a dry mouth. To resolve this, drink a mouthful of water before taking sublingual tablets.


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The diversity among us provides rich resources and balance in our lives. Every individual brings a unique and important perspective to our community governance and social life.


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Advocacy Film Ang Araw sa Likod Mo in Philippine Cinemas Soon
Philippines' award-winning advocacy film "Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" written and directed by Dominic P. Nuesa is a gripping story of two brothers reunited despite being separated by conflicting beliefs. The movie also tackles the heroism of Filipino soldiers in the thick of a four-decade old war against terrorism starring a talented cast that includes Ping Medina, Bong Cabrera and Mike Liwag.
"Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" is Nuesa's full-length film feature debut and has been nominated in the upcoming prestigious Nice International Awards (2017) in the most coveted categories such as Best Director – Dominic Carlo P. Nuesa, Best Lead Actor – Mike Liwag, Best Supporting Actor – Ping Medina, Best Editing – JavierAbola and Best Sound – Greg Rodriguez III.
Produced by Nuesa's An Earth Below Productions, "Ang Araw sa Likod Mo"has already won five international awards – Best Film in Auckland International Film Festival, Global Award Winner at the Europe-based ARFF (Around Films International Film Festival), and Awards of Recognition for Feature Length, Best Actor (Bong Cabrera) and Best Supporting Actor (Mike Liwag) at the US-based Accolade Global Film Competition.
Inspired by the real stories of Special Operations soldiers in the country known as the Philippine Scout Rangers, "Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" is an intense film filled with raw action that introduces brothers Jamiluddin (Cabrera) and Omar (Liwag) along with Sgt. Benjie Calayan (Medina) within the terrorist infested island in Southern Philippines.
Opening very soon in local theaters nationwide this May 24, majority of the proceeds from the box-office receipts of "Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" will be donated to Help Educate and Rear Orphans (HERO) Foundation, Inc. The foundation aims to uplift the families of soldiers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines who were killed or incapacitated in the line of duty by providing educational assistance to their children to obtain a college degree or vocational course. In return, this will help them to have a wider range of opportunities in their future and our society.
By taking care of their children, HERO Foundation salutes the Filipino soldiers for their sacrifices.
Director Dominic Nuesa is also an avid supporter of HERO Foundation, Inc. His support to HERO Foundation started when he directed a corporate video for the organization. From this project, he met the scholars of HERO Foundation and was inspired to tell their stories into film. He was inspired by their stories and was compelled to help raise awareness. It then became his mission to tell fellow countrymen that the HERO Foundation needs the nation's help, and that their fathers or mothers, both soldier and civilian, need to be honored.
"Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" is a testament to heroism and sacrifice, and challenges us to be more knowledgeable and understanding when trying to make sense of violence and national security. Fighting for a cause, or making a stand, one eventually must sacrifice something and ultimately asks if it was worth it.
A pioneering fusion of filmmaking and advocacy at its best, "Ang Araw sa Likod Mo" is part of this generation's must-see in an emerging genre of relevant films that aims to elevate the youth's awareness about the complexities of the Muslim conflict. Check the film's trailer here: https://www.facebook.com/AngArawSaLikodMo/videos/252284628564649/


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The latest numbers from Lee County officials on Thursday reveal that well over 3 million pounds of fish have been removed from local coastlines.
The county reports that contractors removing fish from Lee County beaches have amassed more than 1,400 tons of fish, and that crews in Sanibel have collected an additional 309 tons.
Among the dead fish found include one dead Whale Shark on Sanibel, and numerous large goliath grouper and tarpon.
Lee County has just received two new Sand Rake machines, purchased for $60,000 each, that are being immediately placed into service.
Areas cleaned so far by Lee County and its contractor include
- Boca Grande
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- Fort Myers Beach (including Access 40 north to Crescent Beach, Lynn Hall Park and Bowditch Point Park)
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PHOTOS: Fish Kills in Southwest Florida - Summer 2018
The county has a grant agreement in place with DEP for reimbursement of $1.3 million to assist with red tide cleanup. The state funds are being supplemented by Tourist Development Tax reserves.
A large coastal red tide bloom has plagued the Southwest Florida coast in recent weeks, stretching from Collier County all the way up to Manatee County.
At the same time, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been releasing excess water from Lake Okeechobee into the Caloosahatchee River, which empties into San Carlos Bay in Lee County. That water has led to the appearance of green and blue-green algae in the waters of Cape Coral and North Fort Myers.
More updates from the county are posted HERE.


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It's a hot day in Paris and kids run in and out of giant sprinklers set up on the banks of the Seine river not far from Notre Dame cathedral at a place called Paris Beach, or Paris Plage.
Among the wet, excited children are the Obadjia sisters — 4-year-old Judith and 7-year-old Eve. The girls say they come to this magic place every year with their mother and brother, crossing town in a bus to get here.
"I love Paris Plage because we can watch the boats go by," says Judith.
"And when it's hot we can cool off here in the sprinklers," adds big sister Eve.
In what has been a summer tradition in Paris for the past 12 years, the city brings in sand, palm trees and chaise longues to a half-mile stretch of the Seine, turning it into a popular beach every July and August — ending this year on Aug. 20.
'Only Thing Missing Is The Sea'
On a recent day, a group of muscular, tattooed young men — French soldiers on leave — kick back with drinks. The group is from the southern city of Marseille, and they don't have such a high opinion of Parisians.
They're completely stressed out all the time and they don't know how to enjoy life, they say, though they add that the Paris Plage is a step in the right direction.
"The only thing missing is the sea. The real sea and not the Seine," laughs Gregoire Aize. "And the sound of cicadas. Do you know what cicadas sound like?" he asks.
Before I have time to answer, he emits a rhythmic chirping sound that sounds so real, I almost feel as if I'm on the Mediterranean.
The beach spans at least five Paris bridges, including the city's oldest, the massive, sandstone Pont Neuf, with its wonderful carved faces glaring down at you. Between every bridge, the decor of Paris Plage changes. There is sand and palm trees for those who want to work on their tans, and cafes under the plane trees – live jazz included – for those who want to kick back in the shade.
The very tanned Ericsson family from Sweden is relaxing in chaise lounges along the river's edge. Father Christian says his two kids love Paris Plage, even though they can't swim in the river, something they always do back home in Stockholm.
"The river looks kind of dirty," he says. "But the buildings are beautiful, and so are the bridges and the trees. And it was really nice of the city of Paris to lend us these chairs. I guess that makes up for the fact that we can't swim."
A Vacation For Those Who Can't Afford One
Every year, the city of Paris brings in 5,000 tons of sand and nearly 100 palm trees for its beach by the Seine; last year, it attracted 3 million visitors. And nothing seems to have been forgotten. There are ice cream stands, games for kids, and even beach volleyball.
Paris Plage is open from 8 a.m. until midnight, with 250 attendants on site to keep the beach clean and safe. I can vouch for the cleanliness. The public toilets are spic and span and even smell good.
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Perhaps you're wondering how Paris can afford to keep up such a tradition in the middle of an economic crisis. I spoke to Paris Plage manager Damien Masset. He told me that in times like these, it's even more important for a city to propose activities that are free and open to everyone.
"Paris Plage's main goal is to offer a vacation atmosphere to the Parisians who can't afford to take a real vacation," he says.
That's a good thing for the Monney family, Paris residents whose budget didn't let them get away this year. Leonard Monney and his wife are relaxing under a beach umbrella while their four children build sand castles.
"It's so hot at home that we wanted to get some fresh air. So we came to Paris Plage to see the beautiful view and watch the people walk by," he says. "It's actually very relaxing."
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As Video Meetings Increase, So Does Meeting Fatigue
Understanding the Causes and Cures for Virtual Meeting Fatigue
Video conferencing is one of the technologies that made remote work possible during the pandemic. Without video meetings, businesses could not easily maintain a remote workforce or contemplate a hybrid workplace. On the other hand, after more than a year of remote work and almost constant video meetings, many of us are ready to spend a little less time in video meetings. But is the problem with video conferencing itself — or how we use it?
In part one of this two-part series, we look at the question of why virtual meetings affect people differently than conference calls and how you might reduce the number of virtual meetings you attend. In part two, we look at specific strategies for fighting meeting fatigue.
Understanding What Causes Video Fatigue
Here's what we know. Research backs up the idea — widely recognized by office employees themselves — that spending hours and hours on video calls can be exhausting. This phenomenon is so widespread that the term "Zoom fatigue" (due to Zoom's popularity) has become a common phrase used to describe the feeling at the end of a long day of back-to-back video meetings.
The more accurate phrase is virtual meeting fatiguehttps://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/Zoom-fatigue-virtual-meeting-fatigue. And it's a thing.
Dr. Gianpiero Petriglieri, a professor at the INSEAD business school in Europe, suggests that virtual meeting fatigue results from people being forced to pay more attention to non-verbal cues such as pitch and tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language – requiring the mind to work harder than it would in a face-to-face setting.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoom_fatigue
This theory is supported by research from Dr. Jeremy Bailenson at Stanford University, who concludes that the main causes of virtual meeting fatigue are "excessive eye gaze, seeing yourself reflected back to you for many hours a day, being tethered to one physical location for extended periods of time, and increased difficulty in interpreting non-verbal cues."https://www.cnbc.com/2021/05/25/firms-are-dialing-back-on-video-calls-to-avoid-zoom-fatigue.html
This "condition" wasn't a widespread concern prior to COVID-19. For a workforce newly remote and working from home for the first time, video conferencing was a lifeline, enabling some sense of normalcy, connection to colleagues, and ability to collaborate.
But did this good thing turn out to be too much of a good thing? An analogy might help.
How Meeting Fatigue Is Like Email Overload
To understand the problems of virtual meeting fatigue – and potential solutions – it may be helpful to think about the role of email in the modern office.
We all understand how email can be overwhelming and anxiety-producing. A constant barrage of emails can feel like an attack on our productivity.
But the solution isn't to stop using email. Because we also recognize how valuable it is for business and communication in general. Instead, the solution may be learning when to use email — and when not to.
For example, not every communication needs to be an email. Often a quick text, chat, or phone call will suffice and help avoid lengthy email threads. These and other strategies can help people manage their email and not feel overwhelmed by it.
The same general principles apply to video meetings.
A More Thoughtful Approach to Video Meetings
Having discovered its value, we know that video conferencing isn't going away. But we also know that we need to better manage the number of video meetings and our presence in them to avoid feeling fatigue and burnout.
One step we can all take before scheduling a video meeting is to ask whether the meeting is even necessary. Can the topic be handled asynchronously – through chat, Slack, Google docs, Microsoft Teams, or even email itself?
Here are a few criteria to consider when deciding whether a video meeting is needed:
- Do you have a number of complex questions that can't easily be answered in an email?
- Is a group discussion necessary to build consensus?
- Do you need immediate feedback that can't wait for an email response?
- Is there value in building rapport with people you can't meet with in person?
- Do you need to share or discuss visual information such as design ideas in a live forum?
Strategies for Fighting Meeting Fatigue
Reducing or managing the number of video meetings you attend is one approach. But given the likelihood you will continue to be invited to a large number of meetings, you'll also need to draw on other strategies.
"We know that poor-quality audio and video are two factors that contribute to fatigue by causing people to strain to see or hear during meetings," says Scott Wharton, VP & GM of Video Collaboration at Logitech. "Fortunately there are good ways to address these factors."
Review the second part of this series for 10 specific suggestions to combat meeting fatigue.
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