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Mid Century Modern Weekend.
Wednesday, October 19 -Sunday, October 23, 2011
From VeryVintageVegas.com
Tickets to the Las Vegas Mid-Century Modern Weekend are on sale now.
ADAS Mid-Century Modern Weekend
Wednesday, October 19 – Sunday, October 23, 2011
ADAS (Architecture and Decorative Arts Society) celebrates all
things mid-century modern with an extraordinary five day event.
A pass for all five days is a very reasonable $100; $90 for ADAS
members. Included is the kick off mixer, general admission to
the Atomic Testing Museum, mid-century vendors; mid-century
architectural seminar; mid-century dinner; fashion show; silent
auction; three mid-century discussion panels; Morelli House
reception; four-hour mid-century neighborhood bus tour. Visit
ADAS website at www.adas-lv.com to purchase your tickets. Space
is limited on most events.
Wednesday, October 19
ADAS kicks off the mid-modern experience by hosting a mixer at the
Atomic Testing Museum, 5:30 – 7:30. Guests will have a lot to entertain
themselves for the evening. A ticket for admission to the museum will
be included in the price of the mixer. Guests can take the tour that
evening, or can return at a later date. The Museum store will also be
open for shopping. There will be food and wine in the main reception
area, along with vendors previewing products that were popular in the
50s and 60s.
Event price: $30.00
Thursday, October 20
Again at the Atomic Testing Museum, ADAS is hosting a seminar
primarily for homeowners on the evolution and care of these historic
buildings. Speakers with hands on experience in this genre of distinctive
houses will share their knowledge. Food and wine will be provided.
Vendors who specialize in mid-modern architecture will also be on
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
Event Price: $30.00
Friday, October 21
A mid-century dinner will be held at Holsum Lofts, catered by Lola's
Restaurant. In addition to enjoying foods of the time period, diners will
enjoy mid-century fashions in a multi-generational fashion show. There
will also be a silent auction to tease the senses. Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Event Price: $50.00
Saturday, October 22
The El Cortez Hotel will be the venue for this free event co-sponsored
by the City of Las Vegas. There will be food and drink, followed
by three expert panels. After the panel presentation there will be a
reception at the Morelli House.
1:00 pm "Mid-Century Life Style Evolution" Local author and
architect, Robert Fielden (Creating Place: Remaking America Green )
leads a discussion with author and architectural historian, Peter Moruzzi
and others on the profound impact of midcentury design and architecture
on American life in the middle of the 20th century.
2:00 pm "Family Feud: Havana vs. Las Vegas in the 1950s" Peter
Moruzzi, presents an illustrated presentation from his book, Havana
Before Castro-When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground. Before Castro's
revolution, Havana and Las Vegas were rivals for the title of the "Monte
Carlo of the Americas." Cuba's exotic tropical setting, wild reputation,
close proximity, and supportive government inspired the mob to
invest heavily in fabulous hotel-casinos such as the Capri, Riviera, and
Nacional. Yet, many of these same investors were also among Vegas'
biggest boosters - Moe Dalitz, Sam Tucker, and front man Wilbur
Clark. In 1958, the Nevada Gaming Control Board forced them to
choose, Havana or Las Vegas, but not both.
3:00 pm "Dolls, Dons, and Dictators," Architectural historian,
Peter Moruzzi (Havana Before Castro – When Cuba Was a Tropical
Playground); author Wendy Watson (Vegas Rag Doll); Myer Lansky II;
and local author and historian Michael Green engage in a spirited and
expanded discussion about the parallel worlds of Las Vegas and Cuba,
drawing from their insights and some of their own personal real life
4:00 pm - 6 pm "Cha, Cha, Cha" Cuban inspired reception with music,
drink and refreshment at the Morelli House, 861 E. Bridger.
Sunday, October 23
Hosted by well known realtor and mid-century modern real estate expert
Jack LeVine, guests will take a four-hour tour on an open double-decker
bus through iconic mid-century Las Vegas neighborhoods. In addition
to touring neighborhoods, the bus will make several stops to peek inside
select properties. Bus will depart and return to parking lot at Boulevard
Mall. Time: 12 noon – 4 pm.
Event Price: $30.00


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A little boy who was turning 8 wanted cupcakes that were reminiscent of peanut butter cups. Delicious idea! Originally, his mom asked for peanut butter cake with chocolate icing. I decided instead that in order to be more like peanut butter cups, they needed to be chocolate stuffed with peanut butter with more chocolate on top. I made my standard chocolate cupcakes which are not very sweet and generously filled them (pictured above) with a delicious, creamy peanut butter filling. Then they were topped with a sweet chocolate buttercream. They were quite decadent and not for the "I'm not really a sweets person" person. I thought they were just to die for and will be making them again for my father in law's birthday this weekend since he loves peanut butter cups. I felt they really were a great representation of peanut butter cups in cake form.
If you like filled cupcakes, try your hand at making them yourself! It's not hard or terribly time consuming. I don't bother cutting a piece out to fill them. You can just stick a tip directly into the cupcake and squeeze gently until they are filled. You will be able to tell by the weight and how the top looks. It will begin to split or crack open if you overfill. You can buy special tips or just try it with a tip that you already have. You can fill cupcakes with pretty much anything you'd like and make countless combinations. It's fun and would be a great project with kids!

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Beginner's Guide to Natural Light Photography.
Each of these parameters may be tweaked to get the ideal exposure or the perfect balance of light and dark in your photos. If you don't feel comfortable modifying these settings on your own, you may always use your camera's automatic or program settings. When taking a shot, shutter speed refers to how long the shutter on your camera remains open.
Natural Light Photography Fundamentals
To capture beautiful photographs in natural light, you don't need to attend a full photography school, but there are a few camera settings you should be familiar with before getting started:
Aperture refers to the size of the aperture in your camera lens that allows various quantities of light to pass through. F-stops are used to measure the aperture. The smaller the hole and the less light that enters the camera, the greater the f-stop. With a higher f-stop, more of the image will be in focus (think Ansel Adams). A lower f-stop implies less of your image will be in focus, allowing you to focus more on your product.
Fast shutter rates can effectively "freeze" action in a single frame, resulting in no blur. Slow shutter rates have the reverse effect, resulting in photographs that are purposely (and aesthetically) blurred. Depending on the effect you want, shutter speeds can be as fast as 1/100th of a second or as slow as a couple of seconds.


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Welcome to Networking Essentials, Fifth Edition Pearson uCertify Course and Labs
Networking Essentials, Fifth Edition uCertify Course and Labs is an easy-to-use online course that allows you to assess your readiness and teaches you what you need to know to pass the Network+ N10-007 exam.
Master all of the CompTIA Network+ N10-007 exam objectives in the framework of Networking Essentials, Fifth Edition interactive eBook. The interactive eBook includes informative text, tables, step-by-step lists, images, video, interactive exercises, glossary flash cards, and review activities. The course comes complete with extensive pre- and post-assessment tests. In total there are over 200 practice questions.
The award-winning uCertify Labs help bridge the gap between conceptual knowledge and real-world application by providing competency-based, interactive, online, 24x7 training. uCertify Labs simulate real-world networking hardware, software applications and operating systems, and command-line interfaces. The 99+ labs are supplemented with 30+ videos demonstrating lab solutions. Students can feel safe working in this virtual environment resolving real-world operating system and hardware problems.
All of the content–the complete interactive eBook, the 4+ hours of video instruction, the practice questions, the exercises, and the hands-on labs–is focused around the official CompTIA Network+ N10-007 exam objectives.


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(BPT) – Give your home an energy shot this summer with bright colours and bold patterns. "Patterns are hot, hot, hot," says Cathie Pliess, program coordinator of design for The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and a certified interior designer. "Look for oversized patterns in bold colours on a white background."
Design is trending to naturals – florals, ethnic patterns, textures. "We are all so tied to the digital world that we crave spaces reminding us of the organic physical world," says Juli Sproules, an interior designer and faculty member at The Art Institute of Washington, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta.
Here are some tips on this year's trends and how to use them to update your home easily and without spending a fortune.
Big florals
This year, florals are big and bright – think tropical blooms, not delicate wildflowers. Go to your local botanical garden, or visit a florist for inspiration. "Floral patterns can bring colour and life into a room," says Sproules.
Ethnic pizzazz
Patterns are also becoming more inspired by global design. "This includes motifs with influences from African, Mexican and Islamic design stylized patterns, often in oversized translation," Pliess notes.
Mix, not match
Don't be afraid to mix patterns and textures. "Patterns used in a room – stripes, florals, hand-painted designs or geometric prints – shouldn't be too 'matchy-matchy,'" Pliess says. "Instead, juxtapose old and new, soft and rough, various textures and patterns, like it's been collected over time."
Sparkle it up
Bring in this season's metallic trend with warm bronzy colours. "You can mix metallics now too – perhaps a soft rubbed bronze with highly polished silver or nickel," says Sproules.
Blue is the hue
The cool calmness of blue makes it the hot colour this year. From navy to turquoise, set off blue with natural brights – unexpected colours inspired by nature, like the rich purple of a cut gemstone, the orange-red of tropical fruit or watermelon pink.
Trend easy
To bring together disparate elements and create a holistic, curated space, select a pattern that picks up elements of colours, textures, and shapes already in the room. Then use it in easy, inexpensive accents like these:
* Use a dramatically patterned wall covering on one wall with the other walls painted in one colour pulled from the wall covering.
* Add pillows in a variety of patterns and textures that complement and contrast.
* Add drapery panels in an exciting floral or ethnic print. "Solid walls with wildly patterned draperies make a bold statement," says Pliess.
* Paint a large canvas from an art supply store in a vibrant blue or purple or use tape to block out a pattern and paint in several colours. Alternatively, cover the canvas in a wildly patterned fabric.
* Display a small group of whatever you collect – teacups, books, brass or carved wood pieces, vases, pottery, photos, even gloves or shoes. If you don't have a collection, start one by visiting flea markets or tag sales. "Pick three or five items and arrange on a shelf, on top of a nightstand or console table, in an unused fireplace, or in the middle of the coffee table," recommends Sproules.
* Bring in a subtle metallic element by covering the inside of a dark lampshade with glitter or metallic spray paint. Or both – spray paint first, then add glitter.
A little imagination with colours and patterns will have your home in a perked up state this summer.


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Our Everfit Exercise Bike is a very efficient low-impact cross trainer that offers eight adjustable mechanical resistance to tone every muscle in your body. The easy-to-read LCD display lets you keep track of your training parameters. The durable powder-coated X-shaped steel frame is strong and sturdy and the large seat is comfortable with every stride. Other great features include soft V-grip handles, thumb lock, large and soft padded seat and adjustable seat height. Not least, the exercise bike also features a silent magnetic system that allows you to workout anytime of the day or night without causing any disturbance.
Tough steel X-frame
Compact design
Silent magnetic system
8 resistance levels
Extra wide comfy seat
Adjustable seat height
Non-slip protective feet
LCD monitor
Note: Assembly required
Brand: Everfit
Material: Powder-coated steel
Resistance: 8 levels
Height adjustment: 4 levels
Max user weight: 100kg
Monitor: Time, speed, distance, calories
Package Content
1 x Everfit Exercise bike
1 x Instruction manual
1 x Assembly tools
- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
- Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection.


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I'm still still here...
It's crazy around here.
1. My mom's coming for a long visit and the house is a mess. Did I mention she gets here on Thursday? I have a LOT to do before then.
2. I'm trying to get the Rainbow Jane BOM kits for June ready before she gets here so we'll have more time to spend together.
3. The garden needs constant tending.
4. Store orders (yay!) have to still go out very, very quickly.
5. Three by Three swap packages are arriving daily and I have to restrain myself not to spend hours going through all those lovely, lovely nine patches.
6, 7, 8, 9..... Fill in this space yourself....
I wanted to share some pink. I received the lovely pink cherry fabric from one of the three by three swappers and now I want to make something pink. Now! But of course I can't...
Speaking of cherries...
I still have a couple of Berry Delicious Fat Quarter bundles in the store and they're now marked down to $46.95. These retail for up to $80. You get 7+ yards of fabric! That works out to less than $7 a yard. I'm ordering some lovely new fabric for the store tomorrow and I need to clear some space, so they're going for a rock bottom price.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Think Pink
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Bee-n trying to catch up
Jo is still at the Dr's and Bernie is old and decrepid, but I figured I should start catching up on the SewConnected 3 blocks.
One down, three to go.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Here it is
A couple of people got really, really close on this one.
Yes, I drank the Kool Aid.
I've fallen for the Bunny Hills Designs A Tisket A Tasket BOM.
I thought I'd switch things up a bit and use a dark background, which is probably what confused a lot people.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Today is the last day
...to get 25% off Woodland Bloom fabric.
Back to the garden I go.
Have a great Sunday!
Friday, May 15, 2009
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Happy Mother's Day
Saturday, May 9, 2009
They're starting to arrive
The three by three blocks, that is. I'm still very excited about all of this. I can't wait to see the quilts that come from this swap.
I just sent my baby off on his first solo outing in the car. I'm scared.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Strippy Runner Tutorial
I have had many, many requests and questions about the pattern I use to make my strippy runners.
I don't have a pattern and kind of just "wing it", but I wrote a tutorial over the weekend.
You can find it here.
Please email me if you have any questions. It was kind of hard to write.
If you want to make this particular runner, I've assembled a little kit, which includes all the fabric except the backing and batting. It's in the store for $6.75.
Labels: how to, instructions, quilted, strippy runner, table runner, tutorials
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Quick Strip Pieced Nine Patch Tutorial
We're getting ready to start the three by three nine patch swap, so I thought it appropriate to quickly post a little tutorial for strip pieced nine patches.
There "seams" to be a nine patch revival in blogland right now.
These instructions are for 6" finished nine patches, but to calculate the strip width for any size, just divide the finished size of your nine patch by three and add 1/2" to the result. For example, for the 6" nine patches, it would be 6 divided by 3, which is 2, plus 0.5. Strip width 2.5".
For the purposes of this tutorial (and the swap), each nine patch will be constructed from only two fabrics.
Cut the fabric into 2.5" strips. The length and number of strips will depend on how many nine patches you wish to make. If you're using scraps, remember that for each block you will need 5 strips of one color and 4 strips of the other, each at least 2.5" long.
Sew the strips together along the long sides as below. If you're making all your blocks identical, you will need twice the length of one strip combination as the other. If you alternate fabrics, you can use even lengths of strips.
Press the seams of one strip set toward the outside and the seams of the other toward the inside. This will reduce bulk when you sew them together.
Cut each three-fabric strip into 2.5" sections.
Lay out the blocks...
...and sew the strip sections together.
Labels: how to, instructions, nine patch, nine-patch, tutorials
Friday, May 1, 2009
Geese in the Forest Month 4
Yes, we're two-thirds of the way there.
Block 4: In Formation
We're making 13 of these, but don't get too spoiled. There's a doozie coming up.
Find the pattern here. (It's a PDF file, so you'll need Adobe Reader to open it.)
The .PDF file for Block 3's pattern is now available in the store for $1.
As a little teaser for what you can expect once you have all the block patterns, I put together a little nine block section of my quilt. Kinda cool, I think.
You can find all the details regarding this Block of the Month over here and photos of the wonderful versions everyone is making in the Flickr group.


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This is a composite image of N49, the brightest supernova remnant in optical light in the Large Magellanic Cloud. The Chandra X-ray image (blue) shows million-degree gas in the center. Much cooler gas at the outer parts of the remnant is seen in the infrared image from Spitzer (red). While astronomers expected that dust particles were generating most of the infrared emission, the study of this object indicates that much of the infrared is instead generated in heated gas.
The unique filamentary structure seen in the optical image by Hubble (white and yellow) has long set N49 apart from other well understood supernova remnants, as most supernova remnants appear roughly circular in visible light. Recent mapping of molecular clouds suggests that this supernova remnant is expanding into a denser region to the southeast, which would cause its asymmetrical appearance. This idea is confirmed by the Chandra data. Although X-rays reveal a round shell of emission, the X-rays also show brightening in the southeast, confirming the idea of colliding material in that area.


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This 14 night easy-paced Morocco holiday includes stays at Riad Africa in Marrakech Medina, Nkhila Lodge in the Agafay Desert, Dar Assarou and Kasbah Africa in the Atlas mountains plus Palais des Remparts in Essaouira.
This classic Hideaways itinerary provides a relaxed contrast of experiences including Red city culture, stone desert wilderness, mountains, river valleys and Atlantic coast.
At Riad Africa you'll sleep in a comfortable superior room overlooking the central courtyard pool. At Nkhila you'll stay in a tented 'stargazing' room built on stilts, on the top of a white dune. In the Atlas mountains, at Dar Assarou in Imlil, a superior room offers views of the High Atlas mountains from a private balcony. At Kasbah Africa, your room will be a stone-built junior suite with river and mountain view. Finally in Essaouira, at Palais des Remparts, accommodation is a spacious deluxe room.
Day 1 – To Riad Africa in Marrakech Medina
On arrival in Marrakech you will be met at Menara airport and transferred to Riad Africa, your accommodation in the heart of Marrakech medina. With palaces and palm groves, rose gardens, and a backdrop of the snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is the capital of the Moroccan South, a cultural crossroads and keeper of tradition and folklore. After time to settle in the famous souks of Marrakech offer an intoxicating passage to Africa's most famous meeting place – the huge medieval square of Place Djemaa el Fna.
Days 2 & 3 – At Riad Africa; included activity: Highlights of Marrakech tour
For first time visitors to Marrakech, a great way of getting to grips with this magical city is on a half day guided highlights walking tour of its World Heritage listed medina. The rich history of Marrakech is reflected in its numerous attractions and the wealth of monuments, mosques, museums and palaces this city offers. The minaret of Koutoubia Mosque is the landmark and emblem of the city and a good start point for a day of sightseeing. Other important quarters within the old city ramparts include Kasbah and Mellah (the Jewish quarter), both in the south and close to the Royal Palaces. Popular attractions include the Saadien Tombs, Palais Badia, the 16th century ruins of the Badi Palace and the Dar Si Said Museum (Museum of Moroccan Arts). Just north of the souks are the Musee de Marrakech, the impressive Ben Youssef Medersa and the Koubba Ba' Adyin – the remains of an Almoravid mosque built in 1106.
Days 4 & 5 – To Nkhila Lodge in the Agafay Desert. Sunset camel ride or walk
From Marrakech medina it takes just under an hour to reach the Agafay Desert and Nkhila Lodge. As we leave the bright lights of the city behind and enter the rural province of Al Haouz, the landscape changes from olives groves to the rolling barren hills of the Agafay Desert. Eventually we leave the asphalt behind and follow desert tracks to reach Douar Nkhila village on the eastern edge of Agafay. Our final approach is spectacular: we twist around arid hillsides until reaching Nkhila Lodge, perched on stilts, with the High Atlas mountains looming in the distance. On arrival at camp we will be greeted with a refreshing glass of mint tea and briefed by our host. In the early evening there's time for a camel ride to enjoy the setting sun over western Agafay. If camel riding is not your thing, there are several short scenic walks to enjoy. Tonight dinner will be served in your choice of location – either in the privacy of your tent, on the balcony, in the dining tent, or under an outside canopy-covered dining spot. During your time at Nkhila, if you are feeling active, there is an option to join a quad-bike adventure and ride desert tracks over rolling hills and along river valleys close to Nkhila. Alternatively, choose to ride around the shores of Lake Takerkoust. Lunches and dinners are included.
Days 6 to 8 – To Dar Assarou in Toubkal National Park via Kik Plateau; Imlil walk
It is also possible to ride a quad from Nkhila to Lake Takerkoust, then continue by 4x4 to Dar Assarou. From Lake Takerkoust, in the foothills of the Atlas mountains, head up to the Kik Plateau for amazing panoramic views of the Agafay Desert and beyond. Try and spot Nkhila Lodge on the east side of the desert! Next, cross the Kik Plateau passing fields and farms with a backdrop of High Atlas peaks. We descend the Plateau and drive into the Mizane Valley to reach Imlil in Toubkal National Park. During our time in Imlil we include a short guided circular walk to explore the Imlil Valley and the dramatically located Berber village of Aremd (1,967m). This 3 hour guided walk offers many scenic contrasts as we complete a circuit following ancient footpaths on both sides of the Imlil Valley. The views of the valley and surrounding Atlas peaks are wonderful as we slowly descend to arrive back at Dar Assarou. Lunches and dinners are included.
Days 9 to 11 – To Kasbah Africa in the Azzaden Valley; Berbers of Tassa Ouirgane
The transfer to Kasbah Africa in the Azzaden Valley takes about an hour. One of Kasbah Africa's most popular excursions, the Berbers of Tassa Ouirgane trip offers an insight into traditional Berber life in the Azzaden Valley. Enjoying a half or full day with the Berbers you will gain an insight into Berber culture, local community, farming and more. This excursion is on foot (approx. 6 km of tracks and trails) from and back to Kasbah Africa but transport can be arranged if necessary. You'll also have time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and nature at Kasbah Africa. From deep-green olive groves to dramatic dark night skies, this is a slice of North African wilderness at its best. Manicured lawns lead out to a big swimming pool and landscaped gardens abundant with fruit trees. Lunches and dinners are included.
Days 12 to 14 – To Palais des Remparts in Essaouira; afternoon medina tour
From Kasbah Africa it is a scenic 4 hour drive via Amizmiz to the Atlantic Coast and the former Portuguese stronghold of Essaouira. With a whitewashed medina enclosed by huge sandstone ramparts which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and with a rich Portuguese and Andalusian heritage, Essaouira holds great appeal. From a long sandy beach and dunes to a bustling fishing port with excellent seafood and colourful wooden fishing boats, Essaouira has always been a favourite retreat of hippies, sailors, artists and musicians. Local attractions include the Sidi Med Ben Abdallah Museum, the souks, the old city gates, and the impressive sqalas - fortified sea bastions. A stroll along Essaouira's beach promenade is a favourite activity. On your first afternoon a local guide will take you on a walking tour of the medina.
Day 15 – Transfer back to Marrakech. The experience is over!
A 3 hour transfer today will return you to Riad Africa, or directly to Marrakech airport.
Private transfers from Marrakech to Agafay, to the Atlas, then to Essaouira and back to Marrakech; five activities as detailed in itinerary with English-speaking guide; accommodation in a double or twin Riad Africa superior room, Nkhila Lodge stargazing tent, Dar Assarou superior room, Kasbah Africa junior suite & Palais des Remparts deluxe room; 14 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners; local tourist taxes.
Tips, beverages, optional activities and items of a personal nature.
Standard: 05 January to 28 February, 01 June to 30 September, 21 November to 20 December.
High: 01 March to 31 May, 01 October to 20 November, 21 December to 04 January.
It is possible to book this package at any time of the year subject to availability.
Bring walking shoes if planning to walk some of the many excellent trails around Nkhila Lodge and in the Atlas mountains. We also recommend a camera, sun hat and sunglasses.


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Biomin's FUMzyme® Receives EU Positive Vote for Authorisation
EU - FUMzyme® from the well-established Mycofix® product line of Biomin, is slated to become the first-ever purified enzyme authorised by the EU as substances with proven mycotoxin counteracting properties.Following the positive SCFCAH votes, the publication of the respective EU regulations would be the next and final stage towards confirming the efficacy of FUMzyme as a mycotoxin-deactivating product.
FUMzyme was originally isolated from the fumonisin degrading soil bacteria Sphingopyxis sp. MTA 144 and identified as fumonisin esterase by the BIOMIN Research Center. The product's efficacy in degrading fumonisins to compounds of significantly lower toxicity was proven by the sphinganine/sphingosine ratio in several short- and long-term feeding studies conducted with pigs. The sphinganine/sphingosine ratio is considered the most sensitive biomarker for fumonisin toxicosis.
The trials consistently demonstrated that the addition of FUMzyme significantly reduced the sphinganine/sphingosine ratio of pigs fed fumonisin-contaminated diets with levels above and below EU guidance limits. EFSA concluded in the Scientific Opinion published in May 2014, that FUMzyme is safe not only for animals, humans and the environment, but also demonstrably efficacious in pigs.
In 2013, Biomin became the first company to receive the European Commission authorization for feed additives with mycotoxin-counteracting properties. The authorizations were for the deoxynivalenol-biotransforming product Biomin® BBSH 797 and the aflatoxin-binding bentonite Mycofix Secure.
FUMzyme, the result of years of intensive research at the Biomin Research Center in Austria, exemplifies the innovation lead of Biomin in developing revolutionary strategies to counteract mycotoxins.


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East Coast Earthquake May Have Restored Deaf Man's Hearing [VIDEO]
Not only was last week's East Coast earthquake nice enough not to seriously injure anybody, but its rumbling effects may have actually helped a deaf man hear again.
Washington D.C.-area cancer patient Robert Valderzak, who lost most of his hearing on Father's Day when he fell and fractured his skull, said the quake "shook me terrible – right out of the bed." But after it stopped, Valderzak was thrilled to find that he could hear the voices of his children, who had been visiting him on the day of the earthquake.
Valderzak's doctor doesn't dispute that the quake played a role in Valderzak recovery: "A combination of a drug he was taking and the earthquake event itself likely led to him losing the fluid [which was causing the deafness] and gaining back his hearing," Dr. Ross Fletcher explained.
Learn more about what Valderzak calls "a miracle" below.
[via The Daily What]


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Why Should I Use a QR Code?
QR Codes, 2-d barcodes
They're practically an epidemic.
Every since Smartphones hit the market, QR Codes have multiplied exponentially as a vital component of every self-respecting advertisement, product or company and have recently even began to appear on most people's business cards.
QR Codes, easily scannable codes that redirect the scanner to a destination of the creator's choice, are used in numerously ingenious fashions and are an incredibly useful tool for making your product, company or site, accessible and engaging in a creative manner.
One of the main elements that has contributed to the QR Code's great success is the remarkable versatility that it offers its users. The QR Code can redirect its scanner to a website, a specific location on a map, a video or song, a Facebook profile page, can create a contact in your address book or even call a specific number.When you create a QR Code, you have the freedom to break out of the mundane, banal crowd and advertise your product in an original, approachable manner that is the most suitable for your product, in a way that enhances its advantages. Although QR Codes look like an innocuous cluster of black and white dots, they have the potential to raise your product or company to a higher level of awareness, accessibility and success.
But why stop there?
Why settle for outmoded black and white when you can have vibrant, colorful Visual QR Codes?
Now that we all understand the importance and usefulness of the QR Codes, it's time to rise to the next level and ensure that the QR Code that you use will be the most attractive, appealing and eye-catching QR Code in the market. The QR code that is printed on your product, site or commercial is more than a cluster of dots – it's a statement. The QR Code you choose has the ability to symbolize your company in your customer's eyes - so utilize that ability into a making your statement attractive, unique and unforgettable?
With 3 simple steps, you can separate your QR Code from the majority of banal, identical black and white squares and transform it into a riveting, memorable Visual QR Code that represents your company in a distinctive, special way. Visualead's cutting-edge technology merges your QR Code into an image of your choice, distinguishing your QR Code from the millions of others out there in a simple, effortless process that takes less than a minute. All you have to do is select an image, either from our extensive gallery or an image of your choice (such as your company's brand or logo), set your QR Code's desired destination (webpage, map location, contact in an address book and ect.) and our Visualead QR Code Generator will merge the QR code into your image in an instant. There's no need to worry about affecting the scannability of your QR Code – the quality of your Visual QR Code is our top priority. Not only can you create your Visual QR code with any image that you like, you can also choose to create them en masse if you have the need for a large number of Visual QR Codes.
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Red Hat, Inc. (NYSE: RHT), the world's leading provider of open source solutions, today announced the availability of the Ansible Tower App for Splunk, an application that integrates Ansible Tower by Red Hat with Splunk® Enterprise and Splunk Cloud. The application brings the power and variety of Splunk analytics queries to Ansible Tower automation, and enables Ansible Tower and Splunk customers to view rich Ansible automation data in Splunk solutions where it can be correlated with other data sources throughout the application delivery lifecycle, providing new levels of operational intelligence.
Pairing the powerful automation of Ansible Tower with the Splunk Platform's operational insights across the build pipeline will help our users to report on facts across systems and job output, providing the consumable data they need to make decisions about their IT infrastructure and processes."
The Ansible Tower App for Splunk enables customers to more deeply analyze the data generated by Ansible Tower automations and generate customized reports. These reports can then be shared between teams to facilitate operational decisions and activities. Ansible Tower data stream now available in the Splunk platform includes:
- Ansible Tower system tracking data imports Ansible system facts into the Splunk platform, including details about services, packages and even hardware data. This data offers administrators the necessary tools to audit and verify that machines are in compliance, see how machine configurations have drifted over time, and compare system configuration across machines.
- Ansible Tower activity streams pulls the full output of Ansible Tower job status including job details, activity streams, and Ansible run logs. This data helps administrators understand the efficiency of their automated processes.
- Ansible Tower administrative event data indicates which user made what changes and when they were made. This enables organizations to have a detailed audit trail for compliance and remediation.
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"At Surescripts, Ansible Tower helps us automate our infrastructure from the network all the way to the individual applications on servers. Ansible Tower's integration with the Splunk platform will enable us to report and analyze our operational audit data, providing vital systems state and performance statistics."
Tim Cramer, head of Ansible engineering, Red Hat
"This new integration with Splunk Platform enables our users to add significant functionality to the system tracking features that Ansible Tower already offers. Pairing the powerful automation of Ansible Tower with the Splunk Platform's operational insights across the build pipeline will help our users to report on facts across systems and job output, providing the consumable data they need to make decisions about their IT infrastructure and processes."
Jon Rooney, senior director, IT Solutions Marketing, Splunk
"Automation data streams are incredibly rich sources of operational insight, providing a wealth of information about what's happening in a modern enterprise IT environment. With the new Ansible Tower application for Splunk, users can directly access the Ansible Tower audit and metadata streams from within the Splunk pPplatform, providing visibility into the provisioning, deployment and configuration management task automated by Ansible."
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Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring!
Who else loves the gradual transition into Spring? Ever so slightly, the days get longer. It's a wonderful feeling when you leave work, and the sun is still in the sky! The weather slowly gets warmer. The weather becomes a spontaneous roller coaster as the temperatures finally start to get into the 60s again. On the warm days, when the sun kisses our cheeks, we feel our hearts beat with excitement for the warmer weather to return.
When you think of Spring, what comes to mind?
Here are some things to appreciate this season.
- Spring symbolizes renewal and rebirth. Apply this theme to your life and refresh yourself, in whatever way is best for you. For example,take yourself on a nice spa day. Get that hairstyle you've been wanting. Get a new outfit. Whatever makes you feel like a new person, do that!
- As snow turns to rain, the flowers start to bloom. Go for a hike and spot the wildflowers. Buy yourself a bouquet to place in your home, reminding you of beauty. Don't ever forget to stop and smell the blossoms!
- The perfect weather for fishing and camping is making its return. Soon, you'll be by the lake with your friends and family!
- The return of the sunshine can help replenish our endorphins. During the winter, some of us fall into a seasonal depression. Seasonal depression can be caused by a lack of Vitamin D, which is provided by sunshine. Soak up the sun!
- The birds have returned. Listen to the birds sing us a melody!
- Easter is right around the corner. Holidays can bring families together!
- We can start doing outdoor activities with our children. Get the kids out of the house and off their electronics, and get their endorphins flowing as well!
- We're one season closer to summer!!
- For some of us, listening to thunderstorms helps us relax. There's something lovely about the sound of the rain and thunder, and the smell of the air following the storm.
- Spring cleaning. Out with the old, in with the new!
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FOA is pleased to offer our valued partners the option of In-House Processing. We are offering this service (for a nominal fee) as an additional tool to enable our partners to streamline their business.
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The night before we left Boston to spend a year on Rødøy, we got cold feet. Sitting among 6 giant duffle bags, we asked ourselves, "Why are we doing this?"
We had a good life and had no need to escape anything. Instead of staying on that path, I resigned from my job and we set off to live on a small island north of the Arctic Circle for a year, with nothing planned beyond the year. It was crazy.
That night, we proceeded to work out all the necessary steps to reverse course. Despite the last minute doubts, we stuck to the plan. And it turned out to be the best thing our family has ever done.
6 months after we came back from our year off, the children are happy and well adjusted socially and intellectually. Kristin is teaching part-time at a private school in nearby Cambridge, and she loves her job. The app I started writing, Voice Dream Reader, has acquired a passionate customer-base around the globe, reaching top 10 grossing educations apps at one point or another in 48 countries. That doesn't make us rich, but we live comfortably while my work gives me profound satisfaction: I feel closely connected to my customers and I'm making a small but positive difference in their lives.
I've changed. I think. It's difficult to tell because I'm hardly a neutral observer of myself. When I talked to companies about jobs after I came back, I smiled and nodded but my heart just wasn't in it. Meanwhile, I kept going back to work on my app even when sales had not taken off, stubbornly tolerating being unemployed far longer than the old me would have. Perhaps, the knowledge that we could live happily with less gave me strength. At the same time, I'm a lot less stressed about things, and I sometimes find the level of stress around me incomprehensible. I'd like to think that I became a better person.
But even if we did not end up at a better place after the year, we would still do it again without hesitation. Because we had an amazing year that is a treasure of experience and memory. For that we're deeply grateful to Rødøy and everyone there. For the rest of our lives, in good times and bad, this year will be a reference point for what life could be.
Here are the photographic highlights from our year living on Rødøy, and below are some representative blog posts:
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A team of researchers has shown that 8-month-old infants expect objects they identify as animals to have insides. The study appears in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
University of Illinois professor of psychology Renée Baillargeon, who led the new study with graduate student Peipei Setoh, said that many psychologists have theorized that babies are born with core physical and psychological frameworks that help them navigate the world.
For instance, when babies see a self-propelled object, their core physical framework leads them to understand that the object has internal energy. And when babies see that an object has control over its actions (that is, responds to changes in its environment), their core psychological framework leads them to view the object as an agent that has mental states.
"In each case, babies seem to be born equipped with abstract expectations that drive their reasoning," Baillargeon said.
For a long time, researchers debated whether in addition to these physical and psychological expectations, infants also possess biological expectations that orient them to think about animals the right way.
"Our contribution was to find a way to tackle this question experimentally, by asking what young babies know about animals' insides," Baillargeon said.
Researchers have previously found that preschool-age children possess biological knowledge about animals' insides. "Young children expect animals to have different insides from inanimate objects, and they realize that an animal's insides are important for its survival," Setoh said. "They know that if you remove the insides, the animal can't function."
The team decided to test whether 8-month-old babies already understand that animals have insides.
Setoh designed an experiment utilizing the violation-of-expectation method: If babies see something happen that they don't expect, they look at it longer than they otherwise would. The researchers first familiarized the babies in the experiments with objects that had different characteristics. Some objects appeared to be self-propelled and agentive, other objects had only one of these properties, and other objects had neither of these properties. The researchers then tested the babies' expectations by revealing that the objects were hollow.
The infants looked longer at the hollow objects only if the objects were previously shown to be both self-propelled and agentive, indicating that those objects' hollowness violated the infants' expectations, Baillargeon said.
"When babies encounter a novel object that is both self-propelled and agentive, they categorize it as an animal, and they assume it has insides," Baillargeon said. "It cannot be hollow."
Another experiment the group preformed took advantage of the fact that by eight months, most babies have learned to use fur as a cue that an object might be an animal. When shown a novel, self-propelled object covered with beaver fur, babies again identified the object as an animal, expected it to have insides, and were surprised when it was shown to be hollow.
The researchers theorized babies expect animals to have insides because they possess a core understanding of biology in addition to their core understandings of physics and psychology.
"These findings go against previous claims that babies have no core understanding of biology," Baillargeon said. "Now that we have shown babies expect totally novel animals to have insides, it calls these claims into question."
A second explanation for this behavior is that babies' expectations about animals and their insides are tied to the cognitive systems humans evolved to deal with predators and prey – in other words, to deal with animals as a food source.
"Understanding that animals are capable of both self-propulsion and agency would have greatly helped our human ancestors to evade predators and to capture prey," Baillargeon said. "And insides would have played a critical role in their interactions with all animals. A predator whose insides have been removed is no longer a threat. And of course, eating the insides of a predator or prey provides nutritious food."
Baillargeon believes the findings will help scientists and others better understand how babies see the world.
"It's interesting to know now that when babies go to the park and see rabbits and dogs and birds, they think all of them have stuff inside!"


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While Bernie Sanders was doing a brilliant job of ripping into the Trans-Pacific Partnership during the livestreamed launch of the Our Revolution organization on Wednesday night, CNN was airing a phone interview with Hillary Clinton and MSNBC was interviewing Donald Trump's campaign manager.
That sums up the contrast between the enduring value of the Bernie campaign and the corporate media's fixation on the political establishment. Fortunately, Our Revolution won't depend on mainline media. That said, the group's debut foreshadowed not only great potential but also real pitfalls.
Even the best election campaigns aren't really "movements." Ideally, campaigns strengthen movements and vice versa. As Bernie has often pointed out, essential changes don't come from Congress simply because of who has been elected; those changes depend on strong grassroots pressure for the long haul.
It's all to the good that Our Revolution is encouraging progressives around the country to plan far ahead for effective electoral races, whether for school board, city council, state legislature or Congress. Too many progressives have treated election campaigns as impulse items, like candy bars in a checkout line.
Opportunities await for campaigns that might be well-funded much as Bernie's presidential race was funded, from many small online donations. But except for presidential races, the politics of elections are overwhelmingly local -- and therein lies a hazard for Our Revolution.
A unified set of positions nationwide can be helpful; likewise publicity and fundraising for candidates across state borders. But sometimes hidden in plain sight is a basic fact: National support does not win local elections. Local grassroots support does.
Backing from Our Revolution will be close to worthless unless people are deeply engaged with long-term activism in local communities -- building relationships, actively supporting a wide range of sustained progressive efforts, developing the basis for an election campaign that (win or lose on Election Day) will strengthen movements.
Sooner or later, some kind of culture clash is likely to emerge when social-change activists get involved in a serious election campaign. Running for office involves priorities that diverge from some tendencies of movement activism (as I learned when running for Congress four years ago). The urgencies and practicalities of election campaigns aren't always compatible with how grassroots progressive groups tend to function.
As a 501c4 organization, Our Revolution won't be running campaigns. Instead, it'll raise funds and provide support for campaigns while being legally prohibited from "coordinating" with them. And -- most imminently with the urgent need to stop the TPP in Congress during the lame-duck session -- Our Revolution could make a big difference in pressuring lawmakers on key issues.
Overall, the livestreaming debut of Our Revolution continued a terrific legacy from the Bernie campaign of educating and agitating with vital progressive positions on such crucial matters as economic justice, institutional racism, climate change, Wall Street, corporate trade deals and health care.
But throughout Our Revolution's livestream, war went unmentioned. So did Pentagon spending. So did corporate profiteering from the massive U.S. military budget.
In that sense, the evening was a step backward for Bernie. After virtually ignoring foreign policy and military-related issues during his campaign's early months last summer, he gradually criticized Hillary Clinton's record of supporting regime change. In early spring, during the New York primary campaign, he laudably called for evenhanded policies toward Israel and Palestinians. Although he never delivered more than occasional and brief glancing blows at the military-industrial complex during the campaign, Bernie did offer some valuable critiques of foreign policy.
But from the debut of Our Revolution, including Bernie's 49-minute speech, you wouldn't have a clue that the United States is completing its fifteenth year of continuous warfare, with no end in sight.
Now, sadly, there may be a need to reactivate the petition headlined "Bernie Sanders, Speak Up: Militarism and Corporate Power Are Fueling Each Other," which 25,000 people signed on a RootsAction webpage 12 months ago:
"Senator Sanders, we are enthusiastic about your presidential campaign's strong challenge to corporate power and oligarchy. We urge you to speak out about how they are intertwined with militarism and ongoing war. Martin Luther King Jr. denounced what he called 'the madness of militarism,' and you should do the same. As you said in your speech to the SCLC, 'Now is not the time for thinking small.' Unwillingness to challenge the madness of militarism is thinking small."
As the petition page noted, Dr. King "explicitly and emphatically linked the issues of economic injustice at home with war abroad." In a society desperately needing "adequate funds for programs of economic equity and social justice," the challenge remains clear: "Overcoming militarism is just as vital as overcoming oligarchy. We won't be able to do one without the other."
If Bernie and Our Revolution continue to evade the present-day realities of "the madness of militarism," their political agenda will be significantly more limited than what our revolution requires for a truly progressive future.


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Maelstrom - an arcade-style game resembling AsteroidsSYNOPSIS
Maelstrom [options]Maelstrom [-netscores] -printscores
This is a Linux port of the Macintosh game by the same name. This version is remarkably faithful to the original.You pilot your ship through the dreaded "Maelstrom" asteroid belt -- suddenly your best friend thrusts towards you and fires, directly at your cockpit. You raise your shields just in time, and the battle is joined. The deadliest stretch of space known to mankind has just gotten deadlier. Everywhere massive asteroids jostle for a chance to crush your ship, and deadly Shenobi fighter patrols pursue you across the asteroid belt. But the deadliest of them all is your sister ship, assigned to you on patrol. The pilot, trained by your own Navy, battle-hardened by months in the Maelstrom, is equipped with a twin of your own ship and intimate knowledge of your tactics. The lovely Stratocaster R&R facility never sounded so good, but as you fire full thrusters to dodge the latest barrage you begin to think you'll never get home...
- -display host:0
- Runs Maelstrom on the given X11 display.
- -fullscreen
- Puts a big black border around the Maelstrom screen, and centers Maelstrom within it. This help create a "full screen" effect on large displays. During the game the screen mode can be toggled using Alt+Return.
- -privatecmap
- Runs Maelstrom with a private (custom) colormap. This prevents Maelstrom from locking up all of the colors on your display. It is only useful on 256 color (pseudo-color) displays.
- -gamma [0-8]
- Sets the gamma correction level for Maelstrom. The higher the gamma correction, the brighter Maelstrom will appear on your monitor. If no gamma level is given, Maelstrom will print the current gamma level saved in your custom configuration. Once this option is used, the gamma correction level is saved, and this option doesn't need to be used later unless you want to change it again.
- -volume [0-8]
- Sets the sound volume.
- -nofade
- Prevents Maelstrom from doing the screen fading. This is useful if you find the fading annoying.
- -realfade
- Causes the entire display to fade, not just inside the Maelstrom window.
- -netscores
- Tells Maelstrom to use the Internet Maelstrom Score Server for the high score list.
- -printscores
- Prints out a list of the current high scores. If used with the -netscores option, it will will connect to the Internet Maelstrom Score Server and print out the world-wide Maelstrom high scores.
- -player N[@host][:port]
- Tells Maelstrom that it is playing a network game, and that player N is at host host and/or port port.
- -server N@host[:port]
- Tells Maelstrom to use a network address server at host host (and port port) for a multiplayer game with N players.
- -deathmatch [N]
- Configures a multiplayer game to continue until someone gets N frags (default = 8). A frag is 3 shots at a player.
- -version
- Prints the version of the Maelstrom binary.
- -speedtest
- Runs Maelstrom in a graphics test mode. It prints the number of milliseconds it takes for your graphics display to display a full 48-frame, 360 degree rotation of your ship. It is for comparative information only.
maelstrom is an alias for Maelstrom; you may use either to start the game.Maelstrom_sound is the Maelstrom sound server. You do not need (nor should you try) to start this yourself; Maelstrom uses it transparently.
The original Maelstrom was written for the Macintosh by Andrew Welch. The Linux port was done by Sam Lantinga <firstname.lastname@example.com>.The author has approved the inclusion of Maelstrom in Debian distributions, including commercially distributed versions, as long as Maelstrom is not sold independently and remains freely available.
This manual page was contributed by Robert Leslie <email@example.com>.


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ADATA At CES2021: XPG GAMMIX S70 PCIe 4.0 SSD Now Available
by Billy Tallis on January 12, 2021 10:30 AM ESTA year ago at CES 2020, ADATA previewed three upcoming PCIe 4.0 consumer SSDs planned for release in 2020. As with many things last year, that didn't go exactly as planned, but two of those drives have now hit the market—albeit with different model names than ADATA was using a year ago. The XPG GAMMIX S70 has now taken over as ADATA's top of the line consumer SSD, and it is starting to hit the (virtual) shelves just in time for CES 2021.
Last fall, ADATA launched the XPG GAMMIX S50 Lite as one of the first PCIe 4.0 SSDs targeting mainstream consumer usage. It uses Silicon Motion's 4-channel SM2267 controller, so it isn't aiming for the performance crown that most PCIe 4.0 models are vying for. The XPG GAMMIX S70 was also announced last fall, but only recently hit the market. It was listed on ADATA's own online store before the end of the year, but didn't hit any third-party retailers until it showed up on Newegg last week.
The GAMMIX S70 is particularly interesting because it marks the debut of a new competitor for high-end consumer SSD controllers. Innogrit was founded by storage industry veterans including a bunch of former Marvell employees. They came out of stealth mode at Flash Memory Summit 2019 with a full roadmap of client and enterprise NVMe SSD controllers, and at CES 2020 it appeared that their IG5236 "Rainier" controller had scored several design wins. The GAMMIX S70 is the first we're aware of to actually ship.
ADATA XPG GAMMIX S70 Specifications | |||
Capacity | 1 TB | 2 TB | |
Form Factor | M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | ||
Controller | Innogrit IG5236 "Rainier" | ||
Sequential Read (MB/s) | 7400 | ||
Sequential Write (MB/s) | 5500 | 6400 | |
Random Read IOPS (4kB) | 350k | 650k | |
Random Write IOPS (4kB) | 720k | 740k | |
Warranty | 5 years | ||
Write Endurance | 740 TB | 1480 TB | |
Current Retail Prices | $199.99 (20¢/GB) | $399.99 (20¢/GB) |
The GAMMIX S70 displaces the Phison E16-based GAMMIX S50 as ADATA's flagship consumer SSD and goes up against other second-wave PCIe gen4 SSD like the Samsung 980 PRO, WD Black SN850 and Phison E18-based drives like the Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus.
The Newegg listings for the GAMMIX S70 are at ADATA's introductory MSRP of $199.99 for the 1TB model and $399.99 for the 2TB, the same price points as the Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus and slightly cheaper than the Samsung 980 PRO or WD Black SN850. Our initial testing of the 2TB S70 has showed promising performance, but ADATA gave us a heads-up that there's a firmware update on the way so we're holding off on drawing conclusions for the moment.
With the Phison E18 and Innogrit Rainier controllers now shipping, and the in-house designs from Samsung and Western Digital, we're waiting on only Silicon Motion's SM2264 controller to round out this second wave of PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD controllers. A year ago, ADATA had planned to make use of the SM2264 in the third PCIe 4.0 SSD they previewed, but there's no sign of it or any other SM2264 products being ready yet.
Interested in more of the latest industry news? Check out our CES 2021 trade show landing page!
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Tomatotech - Tuesday, January 12, 2021 - link
8GB/s is the max bandwidth from a standard nvme x2 pcie 4.0, and at 7.4GB/s this ssd is already close to maxing it out :)
I'm not good at converting IOPs to MB/s but 650k/740k IOPs for 4kb random r/w seems to be about 3GB/s which seems impossibly good, unless I've messed that up. -
James5mith - Tuesday, January 12, 2021 - link
It's probably with 64 threads or more loading up the SSD.
I'm definitely interested in these drives, Rainer seemed like it was going to compete with the big boys back in 2020, so it will be interesting to see where it lands now.
Give me a 4TB one of these, and I have my new drive for the next 2-3years until PCIe5.0 stuff starts becoming available. -
romrunning - Wednesday, January 13, 2021 - link
Just a typo, I'm sure, but PCIe 4.0 is 8GB/s (ignoring overhead) using 4 lanes, not 2.
I like the peak on the S70 getting close to it for read at 7400. I did hear of the newly-announced Kingston "Ghost Tree" SSD getting higher write at 7000, which would beat this one at 6400. I don't know what controller the Kingston one might be using, though. It was 7000 for read, so this Innogrit controller is doing better at 7400. Either way, it's all probably being measured at QD32/64, not QD1.
I still want to see a consumer release for the Alder Stream 2nd-gen Optane, like a "920p" model. That should give you some nice peaks as well but it's going to give you the performance & low latency at QD1. Price it at a decent range (maybe 980 Pro range?), and I'd buy it right away for personal use! -
chadsort - Tuesday, January 12, 2021 - link
How did it take this long to hit the market? Been using this SSD for more than a month now


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Beautiful young housewife Severine Serizy cannot reconcile her masochistic fantasies with her everyday life alongside dutiful husband Pierre. When her lovestruck friend Henri mentions a secretive high-class brothel run by Madame Anais, Severine pays a visit and eventually begins to work there during the day under the name Belle de Jour. But when one of her clients grows possessive, she must try to go back to her normal life.
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Frontal brain asymmetry and reward responsiveness: a source-localization study
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The influence of approach and avoidance tendencies on affect, reasoning, and behavior has attracted substantial interest from researchers across various areas of psychology. Currently, frontal electroencephalographic (EEG) asymmetry in favor of left prefrontal regions is assumed to reflect the propensity to respond with approach-related tendencies. To test this hypothesis, we recorded resting EEG in 18 subjects, who separately performed a verbal memory task under three incentive conditions (neutral, reward, and punishment). Using a source-localization technique, we found that higher task-independent alpha2 (10.5-12 Hz) activity within left dorsolateral prefrontal and medial orbitofrontal regions was associated with stronger bias to respond to reward-related cues. Left prefrontal resting activity accounted for 54.8% of the variance in reward bias. These findings not only confirm that frontal EEG asymmetry modulates the propensity to engage in appetitively motivated behavior, but also provide anatomical details about the underlying brain systems.
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Piles laser treatment cost in Pune Metropolitan Region ranges between Rs. 42,500 and Rs. 1,05,000. Depending on various factors, this price range varies from patient to patient.
"In India, most of the piles patients keep delaying their treatment. One of the main factors to delay piles treatment is its cost. They assume that piles surgery cost is expensive and stick to the home remedies hoping to get rid of piles. But in reality, piles treatment cost is not so expensive. Also, home remedies can't treat all types of piles. So I always suggest my patients get treated at the earliest possible time when diagnosed with piles. Getting treated at the initial stages can lower the overall piles treatment cost.", says one of the best piles specialist doctors in Pune Metropolitan Region.
This post will discuss the cost of different piles treatment methods in Pune Metropolitan Region.
Piles Treatment Cost in Pune Metropolitan Region for Different Methods:
Piles (hemorrhoids) is a condition where blood vessels, veins, tissues, and muscles in the anal area are inflamed. Because of this, you can suffer from severe anal pain while walking, sitting, and running. Also, you may feel discomfort and chronic pain while passing stools.
If piles are not treated, they can lead to serious health concerns, such as the increased risk of anorectal diseases like anal fissures, anal fistulas, and anal abscess. In rare cases, people who delay or neglect piles treatment are prone to developing anal cancer.
Treatment is mandatory to end the suffering caused by piles and reduce your chances of developing other health concerns. Different types of piles treatment and their costs are:
Type of Piles Treatment | Piles Treatment Cost in Pune Metropolitan Region |
Non-surgical piles treatment – Lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, and medications like painkillers, analgesics, stool softeners, etc. – Reduces the severity of piles and can't treat piles permanently. |
Rs. 500 – Rs. 5,000 (approximately) |
Surgical piles treatment – Laser piles surgery, open piles surgery, cauterization, rubber band ligation, sclerotherapy, etc.– Reduces the piles severity by treating them. |
Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 1,15,000 (approximately) |
To know more about piles treatment in Pune Metropolitan Region and select the one that is appropriate for you based on your health condition, consult our piles specialist doctors in Pune Metropolitan Region.
Piles Laser Operation Cost in Pune Metropolitan Region
As said above, multiple types of piles treatment methods help treat piles. Out of those, many proctologists consider and recommend laser piles surgery to most patients because of its benefits.
One of our patients who underwent laser piles treatment says, "I was so doubtful about piles surgery. But the doctors cleared all my doubts. Its been 4 months I underwent surgery, and I need to say that laser piles surgery is painless. I didn't suffer from any side effects or post-surgical complications. I'm satisfied by choosing piles-doctor.com to treat my piles with laser technique. I suggest all of those with piles should visit piles-doctor.com and undergo piles laser operation, which is advanced and cost-effective".
- The minimum piles laser treatment cost in Pune Metropolitan Region can be around Rs. 42,500
- The average piles laser surgery cost in Pune Metropolitan Region can be approximately Rs. 73,850
- The maximum piles laser operation cost in Pune Metropolitan Region can rise up to Rs. 1,05,000
The approximate cost of piles treatment methods in Pune Metropolitan Region are tabulated below.
Different Piles Treatment Methods | Minimum cost in Pune Metropolitan Region | Average cost in Pune Metropolitan Region | Maximum cost in Pune Metropolitan Region |
Laser Piles Treatment | Rs. 30,000 approximately | Rs. 60,000 approximately | Rs. 1,10,000 approximately |
Open Piles Surgery | Rs. 25,000 approximately | Rs. 55,000 approximately | Rs. 85,000 approximately |
Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy | Rs. 15,000 approximately | Rs. 25,000 approximately | Rs. 45,000 approximately |
Sclerotherapy | Rs. 24,000 approximately | Rs. 41,000 approximately | Rs. 80,000 approximately |
Cauterization | Rs. 30,000 approximately | Rs. 53,000 approximately | Rs. 90,000 approximately |
Rubber Band Ligation | Rs. 20,000 approximately | Rs. 37,000 approximately | Rs. 55,000 approximately |
Note: The cost mentioned in the table is not the exact price range and should be used for reference purposes only.
Piles Laser Operation cost in Pune Metropolitan Region varies from one person to another due to multiple factors such as:
- Type of piles hospital or clinic
- Piles doctor fee
- Cost of diagnostic or laboratory tests
- Grades of piles
- Cost of pre & post surgical medications
- Price of post-surgical follow-up consultations
Benefits of Piles Laser Surgery:
Worldwide, most piles doctors prefer laser piles surgery over conventional treatment methods because of the following benefits.
- No cuts
- No scar formation
- Minimal bleeding or blood loss
- Less risk of infection compared with open piles operation
- No major complications or side effects
- Negligible chance of recurrence
- Quick recovery of the patient
- High success rate
- The patient satisfaction rate is high
You can undergo the best and safest piles laser surgery from our partnered piles hospitals or clinics in Pune Metropolitan Region.
Visit us for Cost-friendly Piles Laser Treatment in Pune Metropolitan Region
We are one of the best medical facilities in Pune Metropolitan Region from where you can undergo the safest piles laser surgery at an affordable cost. We understand how surgery can impact one's life for the time being. So, to make your piles surgery seamless and hassle-free, we not only provide it at an affordable cost but also other medical services and health care facilities.
– Consultations with expert piles doctors at an affordable cost.
– Highly experienced surgeons perform the piles laser surgery with utmost care.
– Budget-friendly piles laser treatment.
– Free cab services to you on the day of the surgery and discharge.
– Dedicated care buddy is allotted to you, who can help you in the process of hospitalization.
– Insurance team assists you with the paperwork.
– No cost EMI services.
– Eases your financial burden by providing multiple payment options.
– You can avail free post-surgical follow-up consultations.
"I was suffering from piles for the past 6 months, and I delayed my piles laser surgery because of the cost factor. But then I realized my daily life had become miserable and consulted my piles doctor. Upon consultation, he recommended me to undergo laser surgery without any delay, as the condition had become severe. So, this time, I didn't delay the surgery. At piles-doctor.com, I availed the cost-effective laser piles operation with several medical and healthcare services and facilities.", says one of our patients who underwent piles laser treatment in Pune Metropolitan Region.
The Bottom Line:
Piles laser surgery cost in Pune Metropolitan Region can cost you around Rs. 42,500 and Rs. 1,05,000. But this price range changes from one individual to another based on the factors mentioned above.
You can book an appointment with our pules doctors to get a proper diagnosis and avail safest piles treatment in Pune Metropolitan Region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is piles laser surgery covered under insurance in Pune Metropolitan Region?
Yes. Piles laser surgery is covered under insurance. However, it depends on what type of insurance you have and from where you opted for it.
Can I pay the piles laser treatment cost in installments?
Yes. You can pay your piles laser treatment cost in installments. But we suggest you confirm with the respective hospital from where you are planning to get the treatment.
What are the available modes of payment for piles laser surgery cost in Pune Metropolitan Region?
Some of the available modes of payment for piles laser surgery cost in Pune Metropolitan Region are credit card payment, debit card payment, cashless payment, online payment, etc.


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Middletown Amnesia Speech Therapy
Amnesia can be one of the hardest things that can happen to people. It is often caused by brain damage that affects the brain's capacity to remember specific events or things that we often do. Some are unable to remember for a certain amount of time, while others forget completely. As a result, it may take them a while to relearn the things they have forgotten.
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Amnesia renders a person to forget their memories temporarily or permanently, depending on the severity of the brain damage that triggered it. For some people, they will forget everything they know and the things they can do, such as speaking or understanding what they hear around them. Others just find speaking as a habit that they will suddenly do it instinctively. For amnesia caused by stroke and other similar causes; it can cause aphasia or difficulties in speaking clearly.
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Local potters in the Greenwood and Edgefield area are collaborating to host the first Heritage Trail Pottery Tour & Sale, a series of events from Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6.
The Pottery Tour & Sale kicks off with joint receptions at The Museum in Greenwood and the Discovery Center in Edgefield during which the public will have the opportunity to meet participating potters and view samples of their work. The weekend events also include pottery demonstrations and kiln openings at seven host studios with over 25 potters selling their recent work.
The tour is a joint effort of the Greenwood Area Studio Potters (GASP) and the Edgefield Area Clay Guild (EACG). Both groups were formed by current and former students of the professional pottery program at the Edgefield campus of Piedmont Technical College.
The guilds created the tour as a response to increased community interest in pottery and also to provide a chance to "gain a greater understanding of the craft, to be able to purchase one-of-a-kind pieces and to also educate our communities about the outstanding pottery heritage in this area" said GASP President Dohnna Boyajian.
The pottery community, especially in Edgefield, has been evolving for over 200 years. According to local research, Edgefield's first pottery was called Pottersville and was started by Abner Landrum in the early 1800s. Pottersville is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Properties.
The Groundhog kiln, similar to those of Pottersville, was recently constructed in Edgefield and will be opened during the Heritage Trail Pottery Tour & Sale on Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m. Members of the Edgefield Historical Society as well as potters will be on hand to discuss the kiln and the heritage of pottery in and around Edgefield.
All activities during the Heritage Trail Pottery Tour & Sale are free of charge and are meant to provide a variety of options for the public to pick and choose from. For a detailed schedule of events or to receive the official Heritage Trail Pottery Tour brochure visit www.facebook.com/HeritageTrailPotteryTourSale or email email@example.com. Greenwood and Edgefield counties are both located along the SC National Heritage Corridor.


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Here is the latest market statistics for Fraser Valley Real Estate Courtesy of the Fraser Valley Real Estate board:
Demand for Fraser Valley homes remains unchanged despite change of season
SURREY, BC – Residential property sales in the Fraser Valley remained strong in September, with both attached and
detached homes performing well throughout the region.
The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board processed 1,619 sales of all property types on its Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in September, an increase of 24.1 per cent compared to the 1,305 sales in September of last year, and a 13.8 per cent decrease compared to the 1,879 sales in August 2017. This was the fifth highest sales total for a September in the Board's history. Of the total sales processed 392 were townhouses and 470 were apartments, together representing 53% of market activity in September. "Often we see summer demand continue as far as October, so it's not unusual to have another strong month before the seasonal cool down," said Board President Gopal Sahota. "What's unusual this year is that attached inventory sales are still driving the market despite the increased competition we're seeing there." Last month the total active inventory for the Fraser Valley was 5,854 listings. Active inventory increased by 2.5 per cent month-over-month, and decreased 8.8 per cent when compared to September 2016.
The Board received 2,848 new listings in September, an 8.2 per cent decrease from August 2017, and a 5.1 per cent
increase compared to September 2016's 2,709 new listings.
"It's also interesting to observe the return to a balanced market for detached homes here in the Valley," continued
Sahota. "While pricing remains stable, competition for houses has simmered and listings are staying on market longer. Ifyou were waiting to make a move or upgrade, now might be a good time to talk to your REALTOR® and see what's out there." For the Fraser Valley region the average number of days to sell an apartment in September was 19 days, and 18 days for townhomes. Single family detached homes remained on market for an average of 29 days before selling.
HPI® Benchmark Price Activity
• Single Family Detached: At $974,500, the Benchmark price for a single family detached home in the Valley
decreased 0.2 per cent compared to August 2017, and increased 11.2 per cent compared to September 2016.
• Townhomes: At $498,900 the Benchmark price for a townhome in the Fraser Valley increased 1.4 per cent
compared to August 2017, and increased 17.7 per cent compared to September 2016.
• Apartments: At $358,200, the Benchmark price for apartments/condos in the Fraser Valley increased 2.5 per
cent compared to August 2017, and increased 35.2 per cent compared to September 2016.


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Public financing, including tax-exempt bond financing, of facilities used by professional sport teams has long been a controversial topic, with advocates and opponents disagreeing over whether the benefits sufficiently to justify public subsidies. Since 2000, over $3.2 billion of tax exempt bonds have been issued to finance the construction and renovation of 36 sports stadiums.
A bill has been introduced that would eliminate the availability of federal tax-exempt bonds for stadium financing. Under existing tax law, use of a stadium by the applicable professional sports team constitutes "private use," but taxable "private activity bond" status, which is triggered by "private use" of the financed facility combined with the presence of "private security or payment" for the applicable bonds, can be avoided by structuring the bonds to be payable from tax or other revenues unrelated to the financed stadium.
The bill would amend the Internal Revenue Code to treat bonds used to finance a "professional sports stadium" as automatically meeting the "private security or payment" test, thus rendering any such bonds taxable irrespective of the source of payment.
This bill is identical to a version introduced in the House of Representatives in February and a slight departure from prior versions in the House that extended the exclusion from tax-exempt financing to a broader category of "entertainment" facilities.
What's new this time? There are versions of legislation intended to terminate tax-exempt financing of professional sports stadiums in both the House and Senate, arguably evidencing an increased likelihood of advancement.


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Primary content does not conform to WCAG but alternate versions exist that do conform to WCAG. This technique can only be used if a technology makes it possible to create an accessible link to an alternate version.
This technique relates to:
The objective of this technique is to enable users to access alternate content that conforms to WCAG if the primary content, or the default content that users encounter when visiting a particular URI, does not conform. The alternate page, or conforming alternate version, may make some design or functionality compromises in order to conform, but must meet the requirements described in the definition in order to be a conforming alternate version. The definition of "conforming alternate version" is:
version that
conforms at the designated level, and
provides all of the same information and functionality in the same human language, and
is as up to date as the non-conforming content, and
for which at least one of the following is true:
the conforming version can be reached from the non-conforming page via an accessibility-supported mechanism, or
the non-conforming version can only be reached from the conforming version, or
the non-conforming version can only be reached from a conforming page that also provides a mechanism to reach the conforming version
Note 1: In this definition, "can only be reached" means that there is some mechanism, such as a conditional redirect, that prevents a user from "reaching" (loading) the non-conforming page unless the user had just come from the conforming version.
Note 2: The alternate version does not need to be matched page for page with the original (e.g., the conforming alternate version may consist of multiple pages).
Note 3: If multiple language versions are available, then conforming alternate versions are required for each language offered.
Note 4: Alternate versions may be provided to accommodate different technology environments or user groups. Each version should be as conformant as possible. One version would need to be fully conformant in order to meet conformance requirement 1.
Note 5: The conforming alternative version does not need to reside within the scope of conformance, or even on the same Web site, as long as it is as freely available as the non-conforming version.
Note 6: Alternate versions should not be confused with supplementary content, which support the original page and enhance comprehension.
Note 7: Setting user preferences within the content to produce a conforming version is an acceptable mechanism for reaching another version as long as the method used to set the preferences is accessibility supported.
When using this techique, placing a WCAG-conforming link to alternate content at the top of the page allows users to find the link quickly and to move to the conforming alternate version. To ensure users can always find the alternate version, regardless of where they enter the site, each page that does not conform at the specified level would include a link to the conforming alternate version.
On a Web site, for each page that does not conform to WCAG at the declared level, the first link on the page is called "Alternate version". The target of this link is the alternate version of the page that conforms to WCAG at the declared level.
Identify a page that does not conform to WCAG at the claimed conformance level.
Determine if the page contains a link to a conforming alternate version of the page.
Determine if the alternate version is a conforming alternate version of the original page and that it conforms to WCAG 2.0 at the claimed conformance level.
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