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Mar 14 2018
Email addresses are very personalized, and they are a reflection of you whether you realize it or not. So, for a marketer how can this be useful? It's more useful because they are learning more things about you than you need to tell them. This makes it easier to create targeted emails based on a few assumptions. When you can create more relevant content then you have a higher chance your audience will engage with you better.
As a digital marketer, you probably have most of your lead gen pages as a first name email submit. While this is the entry to building a relationship with your customer you are not collecting a whole lot of data. But, take a closer look at the email address to identify what hidden messages you can learn.
Hidden Messages can reveal Gender Identification:
Now that you know the users first name, you can segment your users based on gender assumptions. Some may be simple guesses such as Crystal would be a female, and John would be a man. Others that could be more challenging would be names like Jessie, Jody, Logan or Tommie because they are identified as unisex names.
Full Name Identification:
Even if the user did not tell you their full name, maybe their email address did. Many business email addresses formats are FirstName.LastName but users also do this in their personal email accounts. Keep in mind some of the individual email accounts may not be separated by a period because many do not allow that in their formatting.
Age Category Identification:
Its possible you could learn the age of a handful of your subscribers if they happen to have a few numbers at the end of their email address. For example,
would allow me to assume this user was born in 1990. Or keep your eyes open for an email formatted such as
, it is easy to agree this user was born in 1956.
Hidden Messages indicate Hobbies and Interests:
Some users create email addresses around some of their favorite things such as sports teams, favorite colors, movies, etc. An email address can sometimes tell us multiple things about the user. If we look at an email address such as
this email address we can assume the user is a pet owner, has a pug, likely a female, and born in 1980. Based on knowing that information a digital marketer can send offers like pet insurance, pet supplies, small dog clothes, etc.
The Age of Your Email Account:
Another interesting article I came across dives into further
analysis about your personality based on the type of email account you create
. Basically stating that if your personal email account is @aol.com, then you are probably one of the first home internet users. Likely you had this email account for ages, or you are just part of the older low-tech generation who never moved on to something more sophisticated. Even @Yahoo accounts got about the same level of shame. @hotmail is a sign that your email address is old, but not ancient. However, if you have a @gmail account then you are pretty much keeping up with the times or likely someone younger and up to speed with the way technology changes.
While these points may be interesting things to keep an eye out on to get a leg up on competition, it is equally as essential to ensure you have clean data. Keeping good quality data means you will have more consistent deliverability. Always
validate your data
before adding it to your marketing funnel, just because
looks like a proper email address but, it's not currently valid, so it doesn't make sense to waste time on it.
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Tuesday night's 92-87 Kansas victory over Michigan State at the Champions Classic in Indianapolis evened KU coach Bill Self's career record against MSU coach Tom Izzo at 7-7.
But there's so much more to Self's latest accomplishment than just moving his win total vs. Izzo from six to seven.
Self now has winning streaks alive and well against four of the five other active college basketball coaches who have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
The only one to avoid Self's propensity for streaking is Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim, and even he lost his last meeting vs. Self, last season in Miami.
Counting that KU win over Boeheim and the Orange in the big picture of Self against his five Hall of Fame counterparts, the Kansas coach now in his 16th season in charge of the Jayhawks, has put himself on the winning end of every head-to-head series with the elite of the elite in college basketball — one against Boeheim's bunch; three in a row against Mike Krzyzewski and Duke; three in a row against John Calipari and Kentucky; three more against Roy Williams and North Carolina; and two in a row over Tom Izzo's Spartans.
Wow," Izzo began in his remarks following Tuesday's loss. "Give Kansas credit. They played better than us."
Self's last loss to any of the five programs came at the hands of Izzo, whose Spartans defeated the Jayhawks, 79-73, at the Champions Classic in Chicago in 2015. During his 15-plus seasons leading Kansas, Self owns a 15-9 record against those five Hall of Fame coaches.
Self and the Jayhawks will look to make it four straight over the Wildcats later this season, when KU returns to Lexington, Ky., for the Big 12-SEC Challenge on Jan. 26, 2019.
Here's a quick look back at Self and KU's most recent victories against college basketball's Hall of Fame coaches.
• vs. Jim Boeheim, Syracuse — Self is 1-1 at KU
Dec. 2, 2017 — Devonte' Graham goes off for 35 points on 10-of-17 shooting, including seven 3-pointers, to lead the Jayhawks past the Orange in front of Pat Riley at American Airlines Arena in the shadows of South Beach.
Last loss: 89-81 (OT) on Nov. 25, 2008, in Kansas City, Mo.
• vs. John Calipari, Kentucky — Self is 4-3 at KU
– Nov. 14, 2017 — It was far from pretty, but there was a certain amount of appreciation for the way the Jayhawks battled through a bad shooting night and grinded out a victory at the Champions Classic in Chicago.
– Jan. 28, 2017 — The Jayhawks' first trip to Rupp Arena in a dozen years ended in victory, when Frank Mason III,Graham, Josh Jackson, Svi Mykhailiuk and others grabbed a hard-fought 79-73 victory in the Big 12-SEC Challenge over the likes of Malik Monk, D'Aaron Fox and Bam Adebayo.
– Jan. 30, 2016 — This was the Wayne Selden game, where the KU junior scored a career-high 33 points in 44 minutes of a 90-84, overtime victory over the visiting Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse.
Last loss: 72-40 on Nov. 18, 2014, at the Champions Classic in Indianapolis
• vs. Tom Izzo, Michigan State — Self is 4-4 at KU
– Nov. 6, 2018 — Tuesday's game featured four Jayhawks in double figures, including freshmen guards Quentin Grimes (21) and Devon Dotson (16). Udoka Azubuike (17) and Dedric Lawson (20) did the damage down low for the Jayhawks, who led by as many as 17 before hanging on down the stretch.
– March 19, 2017 — Top-seeded Kansas knocked off No. 9 seed Michigan State, 90-70, in the second round of the NCAA Tournament in Tulsa, Okla. Detroit native Jackson, who picked KU over MSU during his recruitment, led Kansas with 18 points and sent the Jayhawks styling into the Sweet 16.
Last loss: 79-73 on Nov. 17, 2015, at the Champions Classic in Chicago
• vs. Mike Krzyzewski, Duke — Self is 3-1 at KU
– March 25, 2018 — With a trip to the Final Four on the line, the Jayhawks and Blue Devils needed overtime to decide their most recent meeting. Mykhailiuk's defense on future lottery pick Marvin Bagley was a huge storyline, but Malik Newman's red-hot shooting led the Jayhawks down the stretch and in overtime and earned Kansas a trip to the Final Four in San Antonio.
– Nov. 15, 2016 — The Frank Mason game. With his face plastered on the outside of Madison Square Garden, the KU point guard got his senior season off to a wild start, knocking in a jumper in the final seconds to help KU knock off No. 1 Duke, 77-75, at the Champions Classic in New York City.
– Nov. 12, 2013 — Dubbed a Champions Classic battle between potential No. 1 overall picks Andrew Wiggins, of Kansas, and Jabari Parker, of Duke, the Jayhawks picked up their first victory in three tries at the early-season showcase via a 94-83 win at the United Center in Chicago.
Last loss: 68-61 on Nov. 23, 2011, in Maui Invitational title game
• vs. Roy Williams, North Carolina — Self is 3-0 at KU
– March 24, 2013 — One of the more forgettable, KU-Carolina matchups came in the second round of the NCAA Tournament just down the road in Kansas City, Mo., where top-seeded KU knocked off No. 8 seed North Carolina, 70-58, despite trailing by nine points at halftime. Kansas City native Travis Releford exploded for 22 points and eight rebounds and KU big man Jeff Withey added 16 points and 16 rebounds to push KU into the Sweet 16.
– March 25, 2012 — With a spot in the Final Four on the line in St. Louis, Thomas Robinson, Tyshawn Taylor and Withey led the Jayhawks to an 80-67 win over a UNC team missing point guard Kendall Marshall. The second-seeded Jayhawks held top-seeded Carolina scoreless over the final 3:58, blowing open a tightly contested game that carried the weight of the world with every basket.
– April 5, 2008 — The first meeting between Kansas and North Carolina since Williams' departure five years earlier was dominated by a KU team that went on to win the national title. Facing the Tar Heels at the Final Four in San Antonio, KU built a 40-12 lead and never looked back en route to knocking off Memphis two nights later for the program's first NCAA title in 20 years.
Last loss: Self has not lost to Williams while at Kansas


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The Kardashians Defend Kanye's Behavior, Claim He's 'Never Been Better'
Kanye West is distancing himself from his closest advisors and consultants, but one group of people who are confident the rapper is doing just fine and not on the brink of a breakdown are the Kardashians.
Sources directly connected to the Kardashian family tell The Blast they believe Kanye is "perfection," and "has never been better."
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Most Mysterious Video Game CharactersNot to be confused with evil. Character can be purly evil or helped the protagonists (or be the protagonist).
*note I will be using the saga they're in not the exact game.
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What does G-Man wants from Freeman? What is his real identity? Is he wants to help you, or he wants anything else? Is he the cause of debacle at Black Mesa? All of this questions still classifies as "unknown", as his background never be revealed, made fans almost impossible to find out who is actually G-Man
You don't have to be a Half life fanboy to get creeped out by this guy.
I agree, nothing much is known about him. Is he good? Is he evil? Well that is simply classified as 'unknown'. G-Man could've caused the downfall of Black Mesa, and the death of Eli. Who is this slender man? Nobody knows...
G-man beast I hope we find whom he truly is in the next game. Half-life 3 needs to come out now.V 2 Comments
Yes, we have some info about Kabal but it only gives us more questions than answers! He's very mysterious guy and I love it - Magnolia
Kabal has a very interesting storyline but still we don't know much about him. He is intriguing character - Irina2932
A middle-aged guy with biotic prosthetic eyes, a Texan accent, and a lot of credits is 3rd place from the tip of the iceberg.
A lot of people haven't played this game so compare him to raizo from ninja assassin. mysterious but deadly
Had to let 1 of the 4 horsemen of the apocalypse be on the list.
She is one force not to reckon with.
We know so little about him he's one of the most mysterious characters by far
He doesn't even exist until you mess with your save file
He's really mysterious and strange.
Woo hoo gaster and sansV 1 Comment
Can't really describe this guy, but he's a beast compared to Marcus, Gordon Freeman, and the master chief.
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Yep, a good spot on the list... good spot.
Don't really know if it's male or female. Don't know if it's human, robot or cyborg. Don't know it's background or motives. Don't know if it's good or bad. Don't know it's abilities and I don't know how strong it is. Don't know why it mumbles everything it says. I know NOTHING about this person. Which is why he should at least in the top 5.
If he's not gonna say anything I'm not gonna comment.
It is true that he is mysterious, but this is enough and really well done
He's on one of the best games ever he beats rachet and clank in duel
He will keep you awake at night.
Why did he even get the majoras mask in the first place?
No one knows what up with his eye
Just who is Meta Knight?
Now this, is one mysterious character. His name 'Ratman' just makes you think about his personality. He is never seen in-game, he is only in 'Lab Rat', the Portal comic. He is the reason Portal and Portal 2 exist. It was his quest to stop GLaDOS' corruption and give Chell her long-deserved freedom. He should definitely be 2, as he is similar to Half-Life's G-man.
Why does this gas mask monster doesn't speak people trying to find the person's gender or if it even is a person 2 things about it set things on fire and don't speck its the heart and reson to keep team fortress famouse for the iconic figue
Because the game doesn't have a story nor does it even have a dialogue, we don't really know anything about her other than she never leaves her house and keep having these disturbing dreams. There are a lot of theories of what her dreams could possibly mean and why did she commit suicide, but none of them are truly confirmed.
He looks like a girl LOL
With all the talk about Sans and Gaster, it's easy to forget just how little we know about Chara. Beyond being a human child that fell into the Underground, got adopted by the Dreemur family, died of illness, had their soul taken by Asriel, and became a ghost that seemingly possesses Frisk to make them kill all the monster in the Underground, there is literally no information on just who Chara is. Why do they want all the monsters to die? Why is Frisk choosing not to finish the job of erasing the world worth killing Frisk over, and why does Frisk choosing to erase the world simply send them back to the beginning with Chara now seemingly having fully corrupted them just so they can kill everyone again? If a ghost is created as the result of someone having unfinished business and a strong enough desire to finish it, then why is Chara a ghost and what do they want to finish before accepting eternal rest? Are they really evil, or is their desire for bloodshed the result of being the ...more
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Successful treatment of a pancreatic pseudocyst accompanied by massive hemothorax: a case report
© Li et al. 2015
- Received: 16 March 2015
- Accepted: 11 December 2015
- Published: 29 December 2015
It is rare to encounter massive hemothorax as a complication of pancreatic pseudocyst. In addition, as no obvious hypotension and abdominal discomfort were noted, it was difficult to consider gastrointestinal lesion a possibility.
Case presentation
A 54-year-old Taiwanese man had tightness on the left side of his chest and shortness of breath for 3 days. He had a history of acute pancreatitis 3 months ago. After history taking and a series of examinations including thoracocentesis and computed tomography of his abdomen and chest, the diagnosis was finally confirmed based on the high amylase levels in his pleural fluid.
Treatment with distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy was subsequently successfully performed. Based on our experience, we briefly discuss the currently available treatment options for pancreatic pseudocyst.
- Distal pancreatectomy
- Hemothorax
- Pancreatic pseudocyst
Pleural effusion may result from a variety of causes, including pulmonary, cardiac, hepatic, and renal diseases, with pulmonary conditions being the most common cause. The diagnosis is usually made through comprehensive history taking, physical examination, and a series of workups, including thoracocentesis and imaging studies. However, it is still difficult to diagnose the causes of pleural effusion in many cases and, despite recent efforts aimed at more effectively diagnosing the causes of this condition, approximately 15 to 20 % of all pleural effusion cases remain undiagnosed [1].
In addition, the presence of concomitant intra-abdominal lesions is hard to diagnose in cases of massive pleural effusion without recent abdominal symptoms. In particular, pleural effusion is an uncommon complication of pancreatitis, and massive left-sided hemothorax caused by pancreatic disease is highly rare. In this study, we report on a rare case of massive left-sided hemothorax as a complication of an asymptomatic pancreatic pseudocyst in which, after detailed examination, distal pancreatectomy with splenectomy was successfully performed.
Case presentation
On physical examination at admission, his respiratory rate was 24/minute and his blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), as measured using a pulse oximeter, was 98 %. Dull percussion and decreased breath sounds were noted in his left thorax. The tentative impression was massive left-sided pleural effusion. Accordingly, we initially performed closed-tube thoracostomy (using a 16-French pigtail catheter), and approximately 1500 mL bloody pleural fluid was drained. Routine blood and urine investigations revealed normocytic anemia without any bleeding tendency. These tests included blood biochemistry tests (renal function, liver function, lipid profile) and electrolyte test. His pleural fluid was bloody, and analysis revealed the following values: protein level, 3.9 g/dL; lactate dehydrogenase, 483 U/L (blood, 160 U/L); glucose, 114 mg/dL; white blood cell count, 900/μL; red blood cell count, 54,000/μL; and hematocrit, 3.7 % (blood, 28.1 %). According to Light's criteria, the patient's pleural fluid was exudative, and some mesothelial and neutrophilic cells were found in the pleural effusion cytology. However, the subsequent culture was sterile.
In addition, all tumor markers were within the normal ranges: prostate-specific antigen, 0.847 ng/mL; alpha-fetoprotein, 2.47 ng/mL; carbohydrate antigen 19-9, 3.58 U/mL; carcinoembryonic antigen, 0.97 ng/mL. Moreover, echocardiography was performed to rule out cardiogenic disease, and revealed normal chamber size and wall thickness, although akinesis of his left ventricle, inferiorly, posteriorly, and on the lateral wall, was noted. Furthermore, hypokinesis of the anterior and septal wall with severe left ventricle systolic dysfunction was observed. A chest computed tomography subsequently revealed left massive hydropneumothorax with collapse of most of his left lung and shifting of his mediastinum to the right side, as well as pleural effusion in his right lung with subsegmental atelectasis of the right lower lobe of his lung; however, no cardiovascular abnormality was detected (Fig. 2a).
Owing to his history of acute pancreatitis, computed tomography of his abdomen was also performed based on the gastroenterologist's suggestion. The computed tomography scan revealed a pseudocyst in his pancreatic tail and indicated a diverticulum in the lower third of his esophagus (Fig. 2b and c).
Based on these findings, further examinations were arranged, including panendoscopy, esophagography, aortography, and bronchial arteriography. However, all findings were unremarkable. Moreover, obstruction of the pigtail catheter was noted on the left side of his chest wall, and right closed-tube thoracostomy was performed because of pleural effusion in his right lung. This time, the amylase and lipase levels in his pleural fluid were analyzed. The pleural fluid amylase level was found to be increased to 30,431 U/L. Accordingly, we suspected that his massive left-sided hemothorax was related to the pancreatic pseudocyst, and a general surgeon was consulted.
The etiologies of pleural effusion range from cardiopulmonary diseases to symptomatic inflammatory or malignant diseases; in addition, ascites or lesser sac fluid collection in chronic pancreatic disease may also be associated with pleural effusion. While tube thoracostomy drainage can be used to identify and diagnose hemothorax, pancreatic disease is generally not considered in patients solely presenting with massive hemothorax [2]. Thus, it is important that any history of pancreatitis is noted, as one of the complications of non-traumatic pancreatitis is pancreatic pseudocysts. In general, pancreatic pseudocysts develop approximately 3 to 4 weeks after acute pancreatitis, and are most often manifested by an epigastric mass or sensation of fullness. Moreover, bleeding, fistula formation, infection, and extension are known complications of pseudocysts [3].
In our case, we considered the hemothorax to be related to the pancreatic pseudocyst, and the diagnosis was confirmed by very high amylase levels in our patient's pleural fluid and by the abdominal computed tomography findings. Enzyme-rich pleural effusions represent a disruption of the dorsal pancreatic ductal system [4]; therefore, this fluid leakage must be stopped.
Decisions on the treatment of pancreatic pseudocysts are currently based on the clinical setting, the presence or absence of symptoms, the stage and size of the pseudocyst, and the presence or absence of complications [4]. The currently available treatment options include observation, percutaneous catheter drainage, endoscopic drainage, and surgical intervention [5]. Observation is generally only performed for asymptomatic pseudocysts that remain stable or diminish in size [6]; however, attention should be paid to the occurrence of complications such as infection, fistula, intractable pain, or rupture [7, 8]. Percutaneous catheter drainage is generally indicated for pseudocysts only after a 6-week delay to allow the pseudocyst wall to thicken and mature [9]. Its contraindications include suspicion of malignancy, collections associated with a solid or non-drainable pancreatic mass, lack of a safe access route, recent or active hemorrhage into the collection (the presence of an arterial pseudoaneurysm), and collections associated with obstruction of the main pancreatic duct [10, 11]. Furthermore, endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts appears to be a safe, effective, and definitive treatment for patients in whom anatomic considerations allow its use [12]. One such endoscopic method, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, can be used to open the sphincters of the pancreatic valve ducts, thereby resulting in decompression of the pancreatic fluid collection, and can, moreover, aid in the stent placement in cases of pancreatic ductal disruption [4]. The drawbacks of endoscopic methods include the need for extensive training and experience of the gastroenterologist, the need for a surgical backup plan, as well as the fact that the presence of an abnormal pancreatic duct system makes this procedure difficult to perform. However, surgery remains the standard method for drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts, against which new methods are being compared. The surgical treatment options consist of gastrocystostomy, duodenocystostomy, Roux-en-Y cystojejunostomy, and distal pancreatectomy (left-sided resection), depending on the leakage lesion. However, these operative procedures reportedly carry a 10 to 30 % morbidity rate, a 1 to 5 % mortality rate, and a 10 to 20 % recurrence rate [13]. Gastrocystostomy and jejunocystostomy are alternative procedures for establishing internal decompression [14], and duodenocystostomy is occasionally indicated for small cysts in the pancreatic head [15], whereas distal pancreatectomy is indicated for pancreatic lesions extending to the left of the midline and that do not include the duodenum and distal bile duct.
In addition, atypical presentations of pancreatic pseudocysts are reported, such as mediastinal pancreatic pseudocyst [16] or a cyst mimicking neoplasm of the pancreas [17].
The differential diagnosis needs to be determined carefully. Finally, we need to consider that intra-abdominal pressure is related to pancreatic pseudocysts [18]. If a patient has a history of pancreatitis, we should measure the intra-abdominal pressure if a pseudocyst is detected. Pancreatic pseudocyst is induced by abdominal hypertension and abdominal compartment syndrome.
In our case, the pancreatic pseudocyst was located at the pancreatic tail and below the lesser sac, and fistula formation was observed from the peripancreatic to the periesophageal region. We did not consider percutaneous catheter drainage because of the presentation of hemothorax; instead, distal pancreatectomy with splenectomy was performed, and the hemothorax was consequently successfully treated. Based on this case, we believe that this treatment regimen should be considered in similar cases.
Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for publication of this case report and any accompanying images. A copy of the written consent is available for review by the Editor-in-Chief of this journal.
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Hey everyone!Ah transfers!! Yep this transfer I did get transfered and I am going to be a "mom"!! haha I never thought those words would be said while out on my mission! I am training a new missionary in the Creekside B Ward in Onterio. I am sharing the ward with a set of elders and I will be walking. No car for me and my greenie! This is going to be quite the adventure! :)
March 9- Today at church I had to say my goodbyes. It wasn't as hard as San Sevaine but it was hard to say bye to certain families and especially all my investigators! Jane took it hard but she gave me her email to stay in contact with her and Stephaine took it hard as well. I love them both so much! I am so grateful for all the people I met and the things I was able to learn here in this area.
I am excited for my new adventure! I love you all so much and hope you have such a great week! :)
Love Sister Johnson
|The zone on our hike
|We didn't want to plan haha so instead we took pics and then planned....
|Our district! Love them!!
:) sad to be leaving them.
|I saw sister Bingham
( a sister I came out with but went home early for health issues)
she came back to this ward since she served there and I got to see her!
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Sioux Falls Seminary's role in the field of theological education is about more than preparing students for roles in the workplace. The mission of Sioux Falls Seminary is, instead, to equip servant leaders who engage the mission of Jesus Christ. More specifically, Sioux Falls Seminary strives to develop students for their unique callings.
The holistic development of students for service in the mission of God is a priority for Sioux Falls Seminary. Dedication to offering quality theological education is coupled with a focus on spiritual formation and an emphasis on learning across a lifetime of ministry.
Sioux Falls Seminary's administration, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees take responsibility for overseeing quality assurance, academic integrity, and relevance of ministry training. Degree programs are measured by the extent to which students achieve and demonstrate learning outcomes. Learning outcomes, specific to each program, identify and measure academic and ministerial competencies.
Educational effectiveness is measured by the ability of students to succeed in ministry positions that are specific to their unique callings. This statement of educational effectiveness accounts for the mission of Sioux Falls Seminary in addition to the needs and desires of students.
Currently, Sioux Falls Seminary has approximately 1100 living alumni who are serving God and his mission in a variety of different contexts including the local church, counseling centers, hospitals, social service organizations, hospices, colleges and universities, schools, denominations, church networks, mission organizations, and more.
The vibrancy of Sioux Falls Seminary depends upon its ability to offer quality theological education that's affordable, accessible, and relevant to those God has called to serve in his kingdom. The need to regularly monitor, evaluate, and enhance program offerings at Sioux Falls Seminary is taken seriously in order to ensure standards of excellence in academics and ministry service.
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Einstein predicted that the path of light should be deflected by the presence of a massive body. How does this happen? Well, with an enormous amount of matter bending space-time, and this being the medium upon which light propagates, deflection is inevitable.
A wonderful history of the discovery of gravitational lensing is at the website einstein-online.info. Here is a link to the specific page, for your convenience.
Above we see a quite strange image. The really bright objects in the middle are a cluster of galaxies deemed RCS2 032727-132623, which is about 5 billion light years away. The weird blue smears are a galaxy located 10 billion light years from Earth. The light from these galaxies passes 032727, traversing through the warped space-time, and comes to us as a distorted image. So we have a funny smudge, but can these be reconstructed into an actual image of the hidden galaxies?
The answer, obviously, is yes. The image above shows a reconstruction of what the background galaxy should look like. The physics that describes how space is bent by matter are known. Also, the mass of the intervening galaxies can be estimated. So reconstructing the image of the galaxy being lensed are possible.
Attached is an Optics Paper, written by myself in undergraduate studies, on the topic of gravitational lensing. It is very accessible mathematically with no tensors (I had not yet been exposed to such concepts).
If one knows how much of a depression in space-time an object makes (given it's mass), and the distance from the object a photon will pass, then its deflection angle is easy to find. The equation detailing the deflection angle of a photon passing by a massive object is listed below (note that this angle is with respect to the original path of motion of the photon):
Θ = 4GM/rc2
Θ in the above equation represents the angle, G is a universal constant for gravitation, M the mass of the object, and r the distance from the object. Of course, our view of space-time as a two-dimensional plane with a dip in it is a bit off.
If we take into account that space-time is four dimensional, we get an image of curvature more similar to that shown above. The curvature is spherically symmetrical, and I must admit gave me a headache upon first consideration of the above image. The equation for lensing still holds, we just have to apply it in three dimensions to reconstruct images (like the lensed galaxies listed earlier).
Wikipedia has an excellent page on gravitational lensing here.


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There is no shortage of demand for oil and gas. However, one never knows how to get a job in the oil market. You can get a job working for a drilling company, and make a tidy living. Working on a drill requires some basic education and hard work. Unlike the popular portrayal, working on an oil rig requires more education than gritty dirty work. However, there is some dirty work involved in an oil rig. You may also struggle to understand the jargon of the oil rig job.
There are several openings that you can look to. Roustabouts are the entry level job at an oil rig. Mudloggers live near the well and monitor gas and hydrocarbons as well as collect samples of rock cuttings. They make between 50-100,000 dollars a year. A geology degree gives you an edge, but you may be able to get training from a small operation.
The heavy workforce is known as roughnecks, which have worked their way up from roustabouts. They work to screw drill lengths together as the drill goes into the ground. The head of the roughnecks is the derrick man, who works in the derrick to pull lengths out of a hole or help get them into the hole. The highest paid job on an oil rig is the driller, and they work their way up from roughnecks. Essentially, all of the upper positions in the crew are taken by those who have spent the time on the oil rig.
You can also work as a service hand, being contracted to various rigs to test a drilled hole for oil. This is called wire line logging. Wireline logging is when a company puts a device into a drilled hole to test for gamma rays, resistivity, porosity, and other factors. Service hands can also do a multitude of other services, like tractor work or other monitoring works.
There is also a mud engineer that monitors drilling fluid going into the hole. You need a background in chemistry and three months of special training. There is one mud engineer per oil rig.
There are also some service jobs with higher salaries and less manual labor, however they often require time and travel, so it is probably not the best starting position.
Generally, to get an oilfield job, you need to have some education in geology, chemistry, or engineering. Experience is always a good thing to have, but few start out with that experience.


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We seek to help seminary communities, clergy, and church members think theologically about health in all aspects of the word and learn practical ways of living into the abundant life that God offers us.
Improving the health of future clergy before they receive their first calls into ministry.
Providing seminarians and seminary communities the tools and resources they need to become healthier. These include:
Improving the health and wellbeing of clergy, congregations, and the communities they serve.
Providing biblically and theologically based fitness, nutrition, and wellness educational opportunities (lectures, discussions, sermons, retreats, etc.).
Facilitating health-oriented Sunday school classes or small groups (focusing on the wellbeing of individuals, communities, and creation) using our Moving in Wholeness curriculum.
Providing assistance to congregations interested in starting a health ministry/congregational care program or initiative.
Answering questions about starting a church garden, composting, or other sustainable initiatives on your church grounds or in your community.


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MD Radio presents a Full Review of the Largest NPC Contest in History! The GNC- 2010 USA Bodybuilding, Figure & Bikini Championships held in Las Vegas "The Rap!" Join us Monday, August 2nd at 4pm PST / 7pm EST as we take a close look back at this weekends events that yielded 16 IFBB Pro Cards and Champions! Special Guests will drop in on the show to add their expert Opinions and Commentary. All this and more right here at your #1 Multi Media & News Destination!
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MD Radio is a 1 hr Program hosted by retired Hall of Fame Professional bodybuilder, Shawn Ray. He will host interviews with superstar guests in the bodybuilding industry, including: Athletes, Judges, Gym Owners, Promoters and Supplement Companies as well as field questions from Fans in the Fitness World! This show will deliver breaking news in the world of Bodybuilding, both Amateur and Professional. Our main objective is to provide the Fans a weekly informative avenue to learn from the best in the Sport and Fitness Industry. We will read Emails from Fans and Sponsoring Companies, as well as field Call-In Questions from everyday supporters of the Bodybuilding world.
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Shawn Ray is a retired Hall of Fame Bodybuilder who won the NPC National Championships at the young age of 21. He went on to spend 13 years on the Mr. Olympia Stage of which, 12 times he finished in the top 5 in consecutive years! Shawn is a writer and Host for Muscular Development Online TV and and Chief Consultant to GENr8 the Official Maker's of "Vitargo S2" Carbohydrate / Refueling Energy Drink. Shawn has always been known for "Telling it Like it is!"


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This past weekend I spent four amazing days with men and women from all around the country for the 2016 Flourish Gathering. Flourish is a one of a kind online coaching program that doesn't just teach e-commerce sellers how to sell, but rather it teaches them how to flourish in life and business alike. Sarah Sewell is the mastermind behind it all, and I am lucky to be part of the team along with Dani Marie and Heather Jones.
We had a series of experts come in and give presentations ranging from 30 minutes to 120 minutes each, a delicious catered lunch at The Georgian Terrace Hotel, and a mindset brunch at Mary Mac's Historic Tea Room that was nothing short of magical. Just take a look at the lineup we had:
Rosemarie Molinary – Optimizing Handmade at Amazon
Paige Lyon – Product Photography on a Budget
Leah McNally – Email Marketing
Mary Mapes Toland – SEO 101
Kateland Kelly – Business Biographies
Dani Marie – Sales Funnels and Catalogs
Sarah Sewell – Think Big (Law of Attraction Mindset brunch)
If you think that is a lot of information, you are right. If you think it might be a little boring to sit in a conference room and listen to lectures all day, you couldn't be more wrong! We had a blast. I can honestly say meeting some of my clients (finally) in person and sharing my story with them was one of the most fulfilling experiences I've had in a long time. Next year, we are planning on doing the conference in Denver, Colorado! I'm not going to lie… I wasn't a fan of the Georgia heat and can't wait for the cool, crisp air of the mountains.
I've selected a few of my favorite pictures for you to review. Were you at the conference? Share your links, pictures, and thoughts below in the comments!


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• Temple Lions.
• Pair of red temple lions made from a mixture of shoushan stone and resin.
• Featuring a double door cupboard with brass handles, and a shelf with a hole at the back for lead access.
• Dimensions 7 inches tall x 2.5 inches wide x 5.75 inches deep.
Shoushan or imperial stone is found in Fujian province in south china. For over 1500 years it has been prized for its fine carving qualities and rich colours. This affordable imitation is cast from a mixture of powdered shoushan stone and resin. Temple lions first appeared in china with the coming of Buddhism. They are described as small with a swelling cape of dignity around its neck and billowing standard of pomp above its back. Their function is to protect and guard against evil and are often seen protecting buildings of great importance. These temple lions symbolize great strength and great courage. When the male lion is seen playing with a ball which signifies the moon pearl which symbolizes blessings and the ball also represents the sun which is yang. The female lion is seen with a cub lion under her foot and symbolizes protection. Place near or opposite your front door on a small table to protect your home or office.
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Any item delivered faulty or damaged can be returned to Newquay-Bonsai for a full refund on the condition that the item was signed for as damaged at the time of delivery.
If an item has been delivered and you wish to return it as it is no longer required or you don't like it, on its safe return, a refund will be given minus the cost of delivery to the customer which is £50 and minus the cost of returning the item to Newquay-Bonsai which is also £50 so a total of £100 will be deducted from the payed price. Please note that the delivery cost and pick up cost will be more for Scotland, Ireland and Islands.
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Hour 1:
Sam Karlin
Staff reporter at the Daily Report chats with Jim about a legislative audit into land bought on Bluebonnet Blvd. and Jefferson Hwy, in Baton Rouge. Developer Radu Cosman purchased the property for only $10,000 from an auction by the City-Parish.
Jerry Stovall
Former LSU football coach and player, Jerry Stovall, joins the conversation to discuss the rebranding of the Baton Rouge Sports Foundation. He also comments on the serious health consequences concussions have on football players during and after the careers. The American Medical Association has recently been studying the dangerous effects of head injuries in football and other contact sports.
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Denny McLain
Former professional baseball player with the Detroit Tigers, Denny McLain, calls into the show to chat about the MLB. McLain compares today's pitchers to pitchers in his generation. He also remembers and discusses the 1967 riots in Detroit.
Roy Fletcher
Political Consultant Roy Fletcher joins Jim in studio to chat about the Trump presidency. Fletcher also comments on Anthony Scaramucci's short time as the White House Communications Director.


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You recognize the sound instantly, it's unmistakeable. The familiar deep-throated hack of a soon-to-be regurgitated hairball. If Mr. Fluffernutters hacks regularly but produces no slimy lump of wet fur afterward, keep watch to make sure he doesn't need assistance removing that collection of hair from his stomach.
Don't Panic
Contrary to popular belief, cats don't cough up hairballs every single day. Some only do so rarely. Swallowed hair from your cat's regular grooming sessions usually pass through into his litter box with no problems. Some hair may stick around in the stomach, forming a tangled mass when more hair is swallowed. Your cat eventually hacks this hairball up. The frequency of this depends on how much hair stays in the stomach, whether your cat is shedding and how often he grooms himself. As long as he continues to eat and act like himself, you shouldn't worry if you haven't seen a hairball in a while.
Clear a Path
The sounds of imminent hairball appearance are hard to ignore. But if you hear this stomach-churning hacking frequently but find no hairball after, Mr. Fluffernutter may be having a bit of a hard time getting the thing out. You can help by offering him a hairball remedy, found at most retail and pet stores, which is a laxative and lubricant that essentially helps to move the hairball along through the intestines. Spreading a little petroleum jelly on his legs will spur him to lick it off and perform the same laxative function.
See Your Vet
Sometimes a hairball isn't just a nuisance, it can be dangerous. If the hairball in your cat's stomach grows too big, or slips into his intestines and becomes stuck, it can cause a life-threatening blockage. Behavior changes that accompany unproductive hacking can point to dangerous hairball obstructions, and require immediate professional help. If your cat seems suddenly lethargic and refuses to eat, and has been hairball hacking unsuccessfully recently, call your vet. He may have a blockage and require surgery to remove the stuck hairball.
Prevent Future Problems
Unless you have a hairless cat breed, you're most likely going to have to deal with hairballs at some point. You can't completely stop them entirely, but you can reduce the frequency and danger by taking a few precautions. Brush your kitty regularly to reduce the amount of hair he swallows as he grooms, and offer him a hairball specialized food that helps whisk the buggers through his system. Offer him more toys and attention if he tends to over-groom when he's bored.
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In short, you might say that I didn't even really know what I had. This point was exemplified by the fact that, as I was flipping through the massive amount of cards, this card turned up in one of the seemingly endless stacks:
Mid-90's Pacific baseball cards are fairly significant on their own, although this 1994 Crown Collection single hails from the time just before their set designers started dropping acid. The card design, though much simpler, is quite visually appealing to this Windy City fan. The elegant, blue marble nameplate makes for a perfect frame on a Cubs card. Furthermore, the photo may be otherwise pedestrian, but the fact that it was snapped at Wrigley Field with the home pinstripes more than makes up for it.
Anyway, setting the visuals aside, the true significance here (at least for me) is that I was completely unaware that Doug Jennings had ever had a a Cubs card issued in his honor and yet, here it is.
After all, the outfielder/first-baseman played in only 42 games for the Northsiders, all during the 1993 campaign and he batted a mediocre .250 with very little power along the way. Even during the tail-end of the junk wax era, it wasn't a farfetched notion to think that Jennings might be ignored.
For the longest time, I had operated under this assumption, as cursory searches turned up no contradictory information. In the place of a true Cubs card, the above '89 UD single from Doug's pre-Wrigley days in Oakland represented him in my CATRC binder, largely due to the set's iconic status and the gloriously garish, yellow A's uniform.
I'm assuming that when I originally obtained the Pacific single (how, I don't recall), I knew that I'd already had a Jennings card, but didn't stop to consider the team affiliation. So, I filed it away and promptly forgot about it. Silly, lazy me.
Well, Doug's representation has now changed - the banana yellow outfit goes into my newly-sorted miscellaneous Cubs box and the Cubbie blue Pacific single slides into it's vacated pocket. Cubgrade, ftw!
Doug was your typical Quad-A player - you know, the type that puts up good numbers in the highest levels of the minors but can never translate that success to the Majors. As a top prospect in the A's chain, Jennings rode the shuttle between Oakland and their top affiliate Tacoma from his initial call-up in 1988 through the 1991 season, never getting into more than 71 games or batting any better than an anemic .208.
Needless to say, the brass in "the Bright Side of the Bay" eventually grew tired of waiting on Doug and gave him his walking papers. After a year playing in the minors again, this time for Baltimore, Jennings got his last taste of Big League baseball with the Cubs during the 1993 season. He was granted free agency that November.
Despite that last fact, Pacific decided to include him in their Crown Collection release for 1994, a head-scratching decision, but I'm not going to look a gift horse in the mouth. However, there was one other questionable call with this card that an eagle-eyed observer might have already noticed:
The folks at Pacific bestowed the quad-A journeyman with their bilingual version of the coveted "rookie cup." Hmmmmmm.....
Besides the fact that Doug was clearly not a notable newbie by the time this card was produced, he had actually exhausted his rookie eligibility way back in the 1990 season, several years and two franchises before this card went to market. Of course, the folks behind this decision couldn't have just pulled up Baseball-Reference.com back then, though fact-checking is always a good idea. Oopsy-daisy.
I guess you could say the same thing about me assuming that Doug never had a Cubs card... or that I didn't even bother to crosscheck the titular card with my CATRC binder... D'oh!!
This isn't the first time I was able to add to my collection from within my own collection... heck, it wasn't even the second... or third. Anyway, my sloppy record keeping has allowed me to retrospectively add several new names to my CATRC over the years. Annoying though it may be, it makes for a nice little bonus surprise.
I like to think of it as a karmic reward for finally sitting down and doing some organization - a can that I've kicked down the road time and time and time again.
I'd also like to think that I'm not the only one who discovers cards previously thought needed hiding within their own clutches. Surely this is an experience that others on the blogosphere have experienced before? If so, please feel free to share in the comments section below - it may just make me feel a little less silly.
In the end, if I've learned anything from this (and the year 2016, in general) it's to double and triple check your facts. Also, organization is an ally. Who knew?


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Jackson and I like our hiking and camping gear and we like it to last! I believe in the "buy once, cry once" philosophy and will pay a few dollars more for something that will last, especially if its made by an independent company in the USA. Check back here periodically for updated gear reviews. Have a question about some of our gear? Have a request that we test something out? Email us!
*Last Updated 06-Mar-11*
Jackson's Gear
Blocky Dogs
The question we get asked most often about Jackson's gear is "what kind of collar is that?" After testing collars from virtually every large and small manufacturer specializing in extra large dog collars, we have fallen in love with Blocky Dog collars. Jackson only wears Blocky Dog collars and leads. Rebecca, Proprietor of Blocky Dogs custom makes each collar by hand and they are built to last. I have little doubt that these collars can last for decades of hard wear. We have tested these collars in just about every situation imaginable and we are beyond impressed. Check out Jackson's photo gallery to see him sporting one of his five Blocky Dog collars, or visit their website to see more examples and order one for yourself! www.blockydogs.com
Wolf Packs
In many of our photos, you will notice Jackson wearing a dog pack. Due to bad joints and damage to just about every part of my body, I am not able to carry much weight without severe pain. Jackson carries much of our gear during many hikes and while camping, but due to the physically difficult tasks I ask him to do while hiking in slippery wet and ice covered terrain combined with his naturally top heavy state, we frequently leave the pack at home. We have easily put over 100 miles of wear on our Banzai Wolf Pack and it still looks new. We cannot recommend them enough and they are made to fit all dogs, from smaller breeds to dogs larger than Jackson. Check out Wolf Packs either in our photo gallery or on their website. Got a question? Give them a call, they are independently owned and operated and when you call, you will talk to a real person who will be able to help you. www.wolfpacks.com
All of Jackson's tags are made by Boomerang Tags. Boomerang tags have worn better than any other brand I have tried, including Red Dingo tags. They are well priced, made quickly, and shipped free! Boomerang Tags is independently owned and operated in the USA. www.boomerangtags.com
Giant Tag
In some photos you might see a really big dog tag. The tag measures a little over 4" wide by 3" tall and is 3/16" thick stainless steel. I wanted Jackson to have a tag that people could actually see and I thought he could use some doggy bling. The tag was made by a very kind gentleman who refused to accept payment and instead asked that we give what he would normally charge to the rescue where we got Jackson. We happily did so and cannot thank him enough for his talent and generosity.
Josh's Gear
While most of my gear isn't of nearly as much interest to people as Jackson's gear, I do get a few questions. I will also list the gear I am currently using and gear we will be testing in the near future. If you have any questions or want more information, feel free to send us an email.
The question I get asked other than "what kind of dog is that" or "is that a polar bear", is most often is what kind of knife I carry. My knife can be seen in several photos and it is somewhat unique looking, not to mention downright large. I have never been much of a knife aficionado, but I know from experience that no tool is as widely adaptable as a good strong knife; this becomes especially true in a survival situation when tools and options are often limited. I also believe that for non combat purposes, a big knife can do everything that a small knife can, but a small knife cannot grow in size, which is why I carry a big block of steel with a sharp edge. After proving to Dan M. Certo that I have a natural ability to destroy practically anything, I asked that he make me a knife that would be as close to indestructible as possible (something that he specializes in) and would function as a camping, utility, and hunting knife, as well as a hatchet, crowbar, shovel, and ice axe. The steel also had to be something that could be submerged for long periods of time without rusting. After several weeks of planning and close to 50 email discussions regarding modifications to an existing design, Dan began work on my knife. The knife is hand forged from 1/4" thick CPMs30v steel and underwent triple thermo quenching, cryogenic treatment, and triple tempering for excellent strength and flexability. The knife has intergangible handles (organge or green) and titanium guard for weight reduction. The blade is approximately 11" long, 2" wide and 1/4" thick. Dan's knives are lifetime guaranteed against pretty much anything short of a phosphorous grenade or attack with a sledge hammer (his words), his service is beyond comparison, and I would trust his knives with my life (hence the reason I bought one!). The wait for one of Dan's knives is short in comparison with many other blade smiths of his caliber and more than worth it. Dan offers knives at various price points based on size, materials, and options, with his goal to make tools that are within reach of most deployed military personnel. I can't recommend Dan enough; he is a perfectionist with exceptional talent and customer service. Dan also donates several knives a year to deployed US military personnel through his Military Awards Program. Check out my knife in our photos or click here to see more info and detailed photos. You can also check Dan's website for more information about Relentless Knives www.relentlessknives.com.
Hiking Boots
After going through the a North Face boot which had excellent traction and comfort, but caused achilles tendon irritation, as well as trying out the overhyped and under engineered Zamberlan 760 Steep GT boot, I called REI for help. My needs were a bit complex. I needed a boot that had excellent anti roll support, excellent traction on slick wet surfaces (if such a thing exists), and a contoured heel area, that would support my foot, but ease pressure on my previously injured Achilles tendon. REI graciously took back the used Zamberlan boot and after some research on their end, suggested that I try the Salomon Quest 4D GTX.
As of October 2010, after approximately 75 trail miles, the Quest boots have done very well. The sole is much more gripping than almost all of the Vibram soles I have worn over the years. While, I'd still prefer more traction on wet smooth rock, I think I'd only find that in a water shoe which does not have near the support I need for hiking. The Salomon boot is extremely supportive, lightweight, and has tremendous anti roll stability. The boot feels like a sneaker, but stabilizes and supports like a backpacking boot. The only drawbacks I've found so far are that the tread does not come up the side of the outsole, so walking sideways on steep incline may be limited and there is also limited protection from thorns and sharp rocks on the sides of the boot. However, the breathability and flexibility is greatly increased due to these attributes as well. I don't know that these boots have the rigidity to support crampons, only time will tell. UPDATE: I ended up switching back to my North Face GTX boots for winter due to their rigidity and extra warmth. I am now wearing custom insoles that help with the tendon irritation, but I still feel some pain here and there. I plan to switch back to the Quests once the ice melts; they are far more comfortable for long hikes.
Other Noteworthy Gear Currently in Use
L.L. Bean 850 Ultralight Down Jacket - Best down jacket I've ever used, however it is extremely flammable (per L.L. Bean) and standing anywhere near a campfire is likely to produce burn holes through to the down from any ashes or ambers from the wind.
Mountain Hardware Mesa Pants
Craghoppers NosiLife Cargo Trousers - Great pants, but have weak zippers and the dry pouch isn't reliable.
Wilderness Tactical Products Original Instructor Belt
Brunton Elite Compass 15TDCL - Survived the wilderness and my wife washing and drying it!
Katadyn Pocket Water Filter - Simply awesome period.
Osprey Talon 33 backpack - I really like this pack, but I find most of the loops and accessory straps are either hard to reach or too small.
Julbo Sherpa Mountain Sunglasses - They work well for the price and are pretty durable.
Casio Pathfinder Atomic Solar Watch PAW1500GB-1
REI Quarter Dome T3 Plus Tent - Enough room for me, Jackson, a large pack, gear, and plenty of room to spare. I LOVE this tent.
Cabela's 3D Rectangle -30 Degree Sleeping Bag - Yes, its heavy and yes the zipper snags, but for car camping its nice and warm. Will it keep your warm at -30, no probably not, but it's still pretty darn warm and a great value.
A well stocked survival and first aid kit with items to numerous to mention - Has come in handy more times than I care to mention.
Thermarest Neoair Mattress - Upon seeing this for the first time my initial thought was "seriously, this flimsy thing is going to hold my weight?". Well, sure enough after several nights camping and getting stepped on by a 165 pound dog it is still holding strong. I don't know about the whole self inflating thing, but it doesn't take too many puffs to blow it up.
Osprey Aether 85 Pack - Tough as nails and versatile, just what I've come to expect from Osprey.
Gear Awaiting Testing
Sea to Summit Nylon Tarp / Poncho
Retired Gear
Zamberlan 760 Steep GT Boots - Inexcusably poor traction on wet surfaces such as rocks and roots.
All leads that are not hands free
Mountain Hardware Flip 25 / 40 Sleeping Bag - It was light weight, it was a neat idea, but it wasnt nearly as warm as expected. Returned to L.L. Bean.


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In 2004, a group of 30 men in Melbourne, Australia organized an event to raise funds for prostate cancer research. They grew their best Tom Selleck moustache for the entire month to pay tribute to this important medical issue.
Little did they know that their well-intentioned small event would balloon into a multi-million dollar corporate fund raising giant.
How relevant is prostate cancer in men?
According to the cancer research society, prostate cancer accounts for 14% of all cancers and cancer accounts for about 30% of deaths in our country. It would appear that prostate cancer is a highly relevant issue.
This statistic must be looked at with a narrower lens however. It is not correct to assume that a diagnosis of prostate cancer will become the cause of death in that person.
In fact, it is well known in medical circles that most men die with prostate cancer, not of it.
Despite a steady increase in the number of diagnoses over the past 20 years, deaths from prostate cancer have stayed quite stable. Although oncologists would boast that improved cancer care accounts for the stable death rate – I would counter that an aggressive increase in screening programs have been detecting more non-fatal cancers in men.
Screening sounds like a good idea. Should we not be bolstering efforts for this life saving cause?
Screening does sound like a logical concept when presented correctly. After all, how are we supposed to find cancer if we do not try to detect it.
In the case of prostate cancer, screening has been particularly muddy. The strong recommendation of the PSA test has certainly ignited experts. They know that the test is riddled with false positives, which has lead to unnecessary testing.
It is undeniable that the introduction of PSA testing has dramatically increased the number of prostate biopsies. Once a biopsy is done, one can often go down the rabbit hole of post-operative complications, repeat biopsies to follow up on indeterminate findings, and so on.
When the dust settles, the ultimate effect of our current strategy has been:
- An enormous increase in PSA testing
- A dramatic increase in prostate biopsies
- A small increase in prostate cancer diagnosis
- No decrease in mortality
I'm not saying that we should have no screening method in place, but the current one is not proving to be effective. I for one can not advocate further pumping of money into a defective process. I would certainly feel more enthused if I saw signs of the system moving a different direction.
If we don't put our money into screening, then where should it be spent?
To put this into perspective, here are some words that come to mind when I think of our current prostate cancer strategy:
- PSA blood test
- Digital rectal examination
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Surgery
- Radiation
- Chemotherapy
The average reader can see that such modalities are used to find and treat cancers … NOT prevent them.
The reality of cancer care today is that the majority of efforts and funding is funnelled towards screening and treatment. In Khalid Mahmud's book called 'Keeping Abreast', this oncologist tells his life story of sitting on the breast cancer federal task force for over 10 years. He reveals that 98% of funding is put towards screening and treatment, while 2% is allotted to prevention.
Although detecting and treating cancers is important, the fundamental nature of this system is incapable of actually curing cancer. The design of this system is to find and treat more cancers.
This concept is also consistent with the fact that diagnosis of most cancers have trended upwards over the decades.
The cure is in prevention
The only way that we can actually cure cancer is to change the way the medical system researches cancer.
This would involve a shift in attention from a detection system towards a preventative one.
The Movember I would support would spark thoughts such as:
- Deciphering the link between environment and cancer
- Learning the role of estrogens and hormones in the development of prostate and breast cancer
- Promoting healthy dietary advice to reduce cancer risk
- Examining how our detoxification systems affect cancer risk
- What are we doing about industries who are flooding the market with carcinogenic products
The list could go on and on, but you can see that if all of the right questions are being asked and addressed, you might just be on your way to solving the mystery of cancer.
I won't grow my moustache this year, but I will continue to support a lifetime of curing diseases through prevention.
Happy Movember!
Dr. Rishi Verma, MD
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Charlotte N.C. - We have reached an agreement with the adjoining property owner to end the dispute between our companies regarding access to parking at Ballantyne Village.
Effective immediately, all spaces in the parking deck and surface lots will be open for use by visitors to Ballantyne Village. Removal of the bollards and gates is underway and will be completed before this weekend. Legal actions by both companies have been dropped.
We are very pleased to have reached this agreement for many reasons. Foremost, increasing the available parking will make visiting our property more convenient and enjoyable for shoppers and patrons, while helping to increase business for our tenants. The agreement also will enable the adjoining property owner to pursue its own development plans, which we see as productive and beneficial for all parties involved.
Following today's positive news about parking at Ballantyne Village, we look forward to announcing exciting new tenants and major capital improvements to the property in the near future.


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Typing faster ™ 🐤
Learn how to type faster with your keyboard.
Typing faster ™ 🐤
Learn how to type faster with your keyboard.
What´s Typing Faster™ : 🐤
Typing Faster™ Is an educational game software that teach how to type with the keyboard in a correct way, this software will teach you where are the keys on your keyboard and when must be pressed, this course start with the basics of typing and after completing each level the difficulty increases. Birdy will be guiding you through this wonderful adventure! We guarantee that you will learn to type correctly after completing all the levels of Typing Faster™.
3 Main languages to choose ENGLISH, SPANISH and GERMAN
''Typing faster tutorial Gameplay''
Why KickStarter
We decide to launch the software in KickStarter because we want the software be seen by you and shared by many.
Our goal is to collect funds and use them on the audio and software production. The soundtracks of each levels of the software are unique because each one is a complete different activity and it represent a good amount of money to make them: the music, FX effects , natural sounds, mixed tracks, the software production in the other hand is on the final stage of the production and the team must keep together until the software is finished.
What you get with your support:
- If you support us you will be subscribed 6 mounths, ONE , TWO or THREE YEARS LICENCE to use TypingFaster™ software in any moment after the software is active on your account and that will be early 2019, approx March 15.
- TypingFaster™ software DataBase - all your progress is stored on our cloud database so it will never be lost.
- TypingFaster™ software UPDATES - the software will be in constant changes and that include more content, more levels, new features, new languages. (NO DLCs charge).
- TypingFaster™ account.
- 24/7 support from our TypingFaster™ team ONLINE NOW: firstname.lastname@example.com
- 3 Main languages to choose ENGLISH, SPANISH and GERMAN. coming on updates( french, italian, Portuguese)
- LED keyboard API integrated. (Running keyboards: Logitech G910) we are going to integrate more RGB keyboards after release on next features.
- We guarantee that you will learn to type correctly after completing all the levels of TypingFaster™.
Inside each Typing Faster™ software:
- Guided levels one by one. 18 Chapters 6 levels each, 108 in total. + secret levels...
- Rich graphic design content.
- Stable and polished software programming language.
- Our educational psychologists guided all the entire production throw new pedagogical learning methods until TypingFaster™ software was finished.
TF™ Release:
TypingFaster™ software will be release early 2019, approx March 15 (Collector's Edition).
TF™ Chapters:
Guided levels one by one. 18 Chapters 6 levels each, 108 in total.
- Chapter 1 : Warming fingers
- Chapter 2 : Jungle
- Chapter 3 : Ruins
- Chapter 4 : Swamp
- Chapter 5 : Carnivorous plants
- Chapter 6 : Volcano
- Chapter 7: Skull mine
- Chapter 8 : Spider cave
- Chapter 9 : Desert
- Chapter 10 : Atlantis
- Chapter 11: Carnivore Bridge
- Chapter 12: Snakes
- Chapter 13: River of thorns
- Chapter 14: Stone stairs
- Chapter 15: Precipices
- Chapter 16: Honeycomb
- Chapter 17: Hill of winds
- Chapter 18 : River of fire
Other Ways You Can Help us if you can't contribute:
- Use the kickstarter SHARE TOOLS! maybe someone else need this software.
Typing Faster™ Team - IVN studios.
TF™ + Logitech keyboard G910 feature:
Typing Faster™ Team - IVN studios.
Risks and challenges
We want to make unique music and FX for each level, that will make Typing Faster a masterpiece.Learn about accountability on Kickstarter
Questions about this project? Check out the FAQ
Funding period
- (60 days)