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Creature Creature commenced Dogs of Eros, a short tour with three dates, in Shinjuku BLAZE on July 18th before continuing and ending with two sold-out concerts at Osaka ZEELA a week later.
The hall darkens and atmospheric music starts playing. The curtains open as the music intensifies and one-by-one, drummer Sasabuchi (ex-Plastic Tree), guitarists Shinobu and Hiro (La'cryma Christi) and bassist Hitoki (Kuroyume) walk on stage, grab their instruments and wait until MORRIE enters. The singer is recently back from Paris, where he performed with DEAD END.
The band starts off with Mirrors. The verse is light, and MORRIE's voice is deep and calm, but once the refrain starts, the venue lights up, the music gets heavy, and there's more movement on stage. Hiro closes the song with one of his solos. The contrast between the choruses and instrumental breaks is striking. A soft chorus is soon followed by a much darker refrain and the guitar solos are loud; towards the end, the guitarists strum, reaching high tones and breaking the heaviness in Maboroshi. The audience cheer as the song ends. The set gradually builds up the movement of the audience. After a few songs, the audience start to headbang, and have their hands in the air, going wild during the solos.
The distinct intro of Black Hole is recognized immediately. The short instrumental parts, divided by silence, only to be pushed through it and continue. MORRIE joins the instrumentalists, softening the sound with his high-pitched voice. The song builds up and in the back, Hitoki can be seen headbanging whilst up front, the vocalist grunts out lyrics and gestures towards the audience. Shinobu shows great talent, but also knows how to entertain the crowd. While strumming the guitar and leaning towards the audience, he also often headbangs along with the audience, or provides backing vocals. The guitarist doesn't hold back onstage.
During the set, MORRIE disposes of his shirt and throws it aside, continuing to rock out without it. Both Hiro and Shinobu stand up front a lot, showing off their talents to rile the audience up. Hitoki remains mostly in the background, playing his parts to perfection and supporting MORRIE with background vocals. Later on, he strides to the front and plays with fervor and energy.
For the last song of the set, Creature Creature start with heavy slow tune, choosing Haru no kikai for last. Like the others, the song builds slowly, layered guitar riffs adding depth, breaking the calmness. MORRIE's clear and powerful voice is tinged with sensitivity. His stance is open, standing at the front of the stage with his arms outstretched. Around him, the sound intensifies; Sasabuchi's sound is powerful and with another mighty guitar solo, the song concludes.
The tremor of the bass is felt across the venue as the band hits off with Violent Rose, both guitarists playing against each other, creating a contrasting melody over the heavy rhythm. The vocals modulate throughout this song, starting out with long exclamations to fast paced singing, progressing into singing higher, reaching all the notes with ease. Creature Creature take their time with the MC, and then announce the last song of the encore. The band starts out with a lot of energy, the crowd joining in and giving everything they've got, even getting a chance to sing along.
After the song, the band quickly retreats but the fans continue clapping and continue to shout 'encore'. They aren't kept waiting long. The members reappear onstage, and MORRIE gives another MC before it's really time for the last song. Heavy chords herald the beginning of Sen no Yami-yo ni and hands fly in the air. Shinobu shows his skills in the solo, dropping to his knees whilst Hiro and MORRIE lean on each other as they play. In no time, the song ends and every member takes their time in saying goodbye. A picture with the fans is taken and not long after, Creature Creature make their final exit. In twenty-two songs over two-and-a-half hours, the band gave their all and the audience were satiated.
Creature Creature also announced two new lives for December 28th & 29th at Meguro Rockmaykan.
Set List:
01. Mirrors
02. Maboroshi
03. Dream Caller
04. Amor Fati
05. Phallus Phaser
06. Gone By Rain
07. Black Hole
08. Ataraxia
09. Golden Game
10. Psyche
11. Death Is A Flower
12. Hien (Secret Garden)
13. Tenshu-Ranman (Heavenly Ugly Blooming)
14. Rakuen e (To Elysium)
15. Dead Rider
16. Swan
17. Aurora
18. Haru no Kikai (Spring Machine)
Encore 1
19. Violent Rose
20. Hoshi-Tsuki (Star-Possessed)
21. Red
Encore 2
22. Sen no Yami-yo ni (For 1000 Dark Nights)
Creature Creature with 'Dogs of Eros' at Shinjuku BLAZE
live report - 31.08.2014 01:01
At the opening live of their short 'Dogs of Eros' tour, Creature Creature put on an amazing show at Shinjuku BLAZE.
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March 21, 2014, Portland (ISN) – Oliver Bjorkstrand's goal with under two minutes to play in the third period gave the Portland Winterhawks a 4-3 win over the Vancouver Giants in Game 1 of their first round playoff series Friday in front of 9,756 fans at the Moda Center.
Bjorkstrand and Brendan Leipsic scored two apiece in the win.
Vancouver opened the scoring 6:08 into the game on a goal by Jackson Houck to make it 1-0, but later in the period the Hawks gained their first lead on goals just 43 seconds apart.
First it was Leipsic planting himself in front of the Vancouver net and banging in a rebound at the 12:37 mark to make it 1-1. On the ensuing shift Bjorkstrand banked a shot off a Vancouver defender past netminder Payton Lee for a 2-1 advantage.
The teams had to head to the dressing rooms with 2:52 to go in the period due to an issue with a gate at the Giants' bench, and when the period resumed Vancouver's Thomas Foster scored to make it 2-2, which remained the score going into the second.
Late in that second period, Lee lost track of the puck in the Giants zone, and Nic Petan fed Leipsic, who fired it in for his second of the game and a 3-2 lead going into the third.
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Burke got the win with 13 saves on 16 shots. Lee took the loss for the Giants with four goals allowed on 45 shots.
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A music program is one way in which children and young people deepen their sense of community, learn to sing, and learn to be worship leaders. If you would like to know more about these programs, please contact Doug Brown at 359-5049 or by our contact form. The 2018-19 children's choir program begins on Wednesday, September 12.
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- 4:15 pm: Children in grades 2-5 meet in the Fellowship Hall; snack is first, then we rehearse in the Choir Room.
- 5:00 pm: Children age 3 to 1st grade meet in the Fellowship Hall to be walked to the Choir Room fortheir music time.
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Recently, more parents have started integrating the use of alternative and complementary therapies in the treatment and care of their children. While a large part of them resort to chiropractic care mainly for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, a growing percent of parents are discovering the important role chiropractic care plays as adjunctive or preventative therapy in their child's overall health.
The first question that often arises when it comes to chiropractic care for children is, "How can my child's body lose its natural alignment and develop subluxations for him to need regular chiropractic care?"
Children, unfortunately, undergo trauma and stress from a very early age, sometimes even from the moment they're born. Several studies have shown that, in a large percent of cases, trauma (often unrecognized) following the birthing procedure can cause subluxation of the infant's spine, often due to a constricted uterus, a difficult delivery, C-section, birth intervention (use of vacuum extraction or excessive force), and malpositioning (breech). As a result, the baby's spine is almost always traumatized, and that's the cause of many childhood and even adulthood spinal and structural problems.
Spinal problems can also occur as the consequence of the frequent falls suffered by infants in their first few months of life. A fall from the bed, a sudden turn, or any significant unsupported movement of the underdeveloped head and neck of an infant can induce excessive movement in the spine, causing vertebral subluxations. The chiropractic community encourages parents to bring their child in for a checkup at least six times in their first year of life, following important life events such as:
- The birth process
- When the baby starts holding the head up
- When the baby starts sitting up
- When the baby starts crawling
- When the baby starts standing
- When the baby starts walking
By doing so, parents will not only prevent nerve-damaging subluxations from having serious long-term consequences, but also ensure their children will live a happier, healthier life, free from chronic pain and structural imbalances. Here's how.
Chiropractic care can help strengthen your child's immune system.
The nervous system directly affects the immune system and plays and essential role in the immune response. Misalignment of the bones, accompanied by tightened muscles and irritation, can lead to the irritation of nerves and alter their ability to supply the organs and tissue with vital communication from the brain. Regular chiropractic care can detect and correct misalignments by properly adjusting the spine. As a result of restoring the nerve supply, the immune system can function at optimal capacity, and the body can naturally defend against disease better.
Chiropractic care supports your child's digestive strength.
The digestive system is another system that's entirely linked and coordinated by the nervous system, which has complete control over several aspects of the digestive function. If any of the numerous nerves in the spine controlling the pace and modality in which the body digests the food is not working properly, digestion problems will soon arise. Through safe and gentle manipulations, chiropractors can correct subluxations in the spine and relieve digestive problems such as constipation, diarrhea, food allergies, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and others in both adults and infants or toddlers.
Chiropractic care can increase your child's ability to learn and concentrate.
Research shows that the proper development and function of the brain relies on proper movement and structure of the spine from an early age. The presence of spinal misalignments can cause neurological dysfunctions that can lead to learning disabilities and also interfere with life skills, sports activities, and social interactions. Children undergoing regular chiropractic care have shown an improved ability to concentrate, perform better in school, maintain focus and attention, and control impulsive behaviors at home and school.
Chiropractic care can make your child happier and more optimistic.
Aside from the fact that optimal neurological activity relies on normal structural integrity and joint movement, research has also shown that "the complex neurochemical communication and pathways involved in helping people to "feel good" are tied into spinal biomechanics and their related neurological pathways. Children who undergo regular chiropractic care and their parents have observed dramatic improvements in the neurological and emotional responses. Elimination of spinal subluxations can reduce symptoms of anxiety disorders and depression, enabling children to become confident, optimistic, and happy adults.
By far, the best reason to offer your child regular chiropractic care is for general wellness and prevention. It is far easier to grow healthy children and nip problems in the bud than to repair damaged adults. By seeing a licensed and experienced chiropractor routinely, your child will be more likely to get sick less frequently and less severely, have fewer ear infections, and take less drugs or antibiotics to treat seasonal or chronic conditions.
About the Author
Dr. Marc Browner is the Founder of iChiropractic and Wellness in Naples, Florida. A graduate of the University of Florida in 1991, he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic in 1995. In private practice since 1998, Dr. Browner is a member of the Florida Chiropractic Society, the Florida Chiropractic Association, and he attends continuing education seminars, classes, and workshops to remain abreast of the most current treatment methods and technological advances in the field.


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Symposium on
Image Processing, Image Analysis and
Real-Time Imaging (IPIARTI) 2013
Symposium on Acoustic, Speech and
Signal Processing (SASSP) 2013
DATE: Thursday 9 May 2013
VENUE: Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Putrajaya Campus, Selangor
Keynote #1:
The Status of Digital Watermarking,
Dr. Ton Kalker, VP, Security and DRM, DTS Inc., USA.
Keynote #2:
Technologies in Cardiac Imaging,Prof. Dr. Ir. Eko Suprianto, Director, IJN-UTM Cardiovascular Engineering Centre, UTM
Keynote #3:
From theory to practice – Experiences with the DSP-Microcontroller for Mechatronic systems,
Dr. Farrukh Hafiz Nagi, Associate Professor, UNiversiti Tenaga Nasional, Putrajaya Campus
Details can be found HERE
Keynote #1:
Photo Forensics: There is more to a picture than meets the eye
Prof. Nasir D Memon
Polytechnic Institute of New York, USA
Keynote #2:
Spectral Approach to Color and Lighting
Prof. Jussi Parkkinen
Monash University, Malaysia
Keynote #3:
Biometric Rich Gestures: A touching farewell to passwords?
Prof. Nasir D Memon
Polytechnic Institute of New York, USA
Keynote #4:
Assessing The Extent of Uniqueness of A Fingerprint Match
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarat C. Dass
Michigan State University, USA
Regular Presentations:
1) An application of the new Signal Processing Technique Hilbert Huang Transform (HHT) to Machine Tool Condition Monitoring - Joseph Emerson Raja (MMU)
2) GUI System for Enhancing Blood Vessels Segmentation in Digital Fundus Images - Ahmad Zikri Rozlan (UiTM)
Keynote #1:
Image Analysis by Orthogonal Moments and Implementation of them by Digital Filters
Prof. P. Raveendran
Universiti Malaya (UM)
Keynote #2:
Semantic Technology for Image Understanding
Dr. Dickson Lukose
Keynote #3:
Advanced Image Correlation Filters
Prof. Salina Abdul Samad
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Regular Presentations:
1) A robust texture feature extraction using the localized angular phase - Khairul Muzzammil (UTEM)
2) Tree Nutrients Prediction by Image Analysis - Lee Aik Leng (MMU)
3) An Improved Medical Image Compression Algorithm using PCA Neural Network - Yeo Weng Kwong (UTEM)
4) Hilbert Huang Transform, a new and promising technique for non-linear and non-stationary signal analysis - Emerson Raja Joseph (MMU)
5) A Contrast Enhancement Technique for Infrared Thermography - Lo Tzer Yuan (MMU)
6) Analyzing Graphic Design Hidden Rules and Popular Beliefs in Contemporary Packaging Design for Various Local Detergent Product - Hafizul Idham & Saiful Akram Bin Che Cob (UiTM)
7) Computation of Uncertainty of Physiographic Features Extracted from Multiscale Digital Elevation Models Using Fuzzy Classification - Dinesh Sathyamoorthy (STRIDE)
8) Classification Algorithm for Papaya Ripeness Determination Using Digital Colour Analysis - Low Cheng Seng (MMU)
9) Development of Control System of Continuous Sterilizer of Palm Oil Mill Using Image Processing Technique - Dr. Saad A. Abbas (UTM)
Biomedical Engineering – Medical Image Analysis in Clinical Practice
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Fadzil Hani
Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Face Recognition Under Variant Head Poses
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syed Abdul Rahman Syed Abu Bakar
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Statistical Multivariate Technique for Some Image Analysis Problems
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Omar Mohd Rijal
Universiti Malaya
Development of Shape Extraction Algorithms for Trademark Image Search System Application
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Faizal Ahmad Fauzi
Multimedia University
FPGA-based Architectures for 3-D Medical Image Compression
Dr. Afandi Ahmad
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Performance Evaluation of PCA and Histogram of Oriented Gradient based Pedestrian Classification
Mohd Haris Lye Abdullah
Multimedia University
Exploring Nearest-Neighbor Distance for Histogram- based Fruit Ripeness Identification
Fatma Susilawati Mohamad
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
A Novel Algorithm for Finding Critical Points of Online Jawi/Persian/Arabic Handwritten Character using in Feature Extraction
Majid Harouni
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Color Image Indexing And Retrieval Of Documents Captured From Consumer Handheld Devices
Danial Md Nor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Disease Detection Using Artificial Neural Network
Assoc. Prof. Dr. R.Logeswaran N.Rajasvaran
Multimedia University
Statistical Multivariate Technique for Some Image Analysis Problems
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Omar Mohd Rijal
Universiti Malaya
Abstract: In conventional automotive vehicle applications, only the measurement of low frequency temperature variations is usually required, and standard robust sensors such as thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors (RTD) and thermistors suffice. However, recent advances in engine design have resulted in the need for robust temperature sensors that have fast response characteristics. An important example where such sensors are now required for control and diagnostics would include on-board diagnosis (OBD) of catalyst malfunction.
In many sensors, the smaller the sensing elements, the faster will be the response but at the expense of durability and ease of manufacture. Therefore, most sensors involve a compromise between performance and the conflicting requirements for ruggedness and low cost. Experimental work on exhaust systems by the Internal Combustion Engines Research Group at QUB showed that during transient operation, conventional thermocouple sensors gave errors of up to 200°C. A reduction in wire diameter dramatically improved the accuracy, but in the harsh environment of an exhaust system, a lower limit to the diameter is quickly reached, below which sensor failure occurs.
We are researching a completely novel discrete-time linear identification framework, which allows insitu dual sensor characteristation. This eliminates the major shortcoming of other approaches which require that the dual sensor characteristics are known a priori. Extensive simulation studies have shown that the new methods reduce the sensitivity to noise on the inputs. Much of our recent theoretical work is concerned with the evaluation of alternative identification schemes. Regular Least Squares (LS) has proved unsatisfactory as it produces biased parameter estimates while more powerful techniques such as Generalised Total Least Squares, which accommodate coloured input and output noises, have been shown to provide bias-free estimates.
ANN Detection for Liver Disease
Assoc. Prof. Dr. R.Logeswaran N.Rajasvaran
Multimedia University
Technology & Application of Micro CT scan
Ms.Caterine Ong
Hi-Tech Instruments Sdn.Bhd.
Time-Frequency Signal Processing in Bio-Medical Applications
Mr. Mahendra V.Chilukuri
Multimedia University
Recent Advances in Biomaterials
Profesor Hj. Zainal Arifin b. Ahmad
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Abstract: Biomedical engineering involves the application of the principles and scientific techniques of engineering to the enhancement of medical science as applied to humans or animals. It involves an interdisciplinary approach which combines the engineering sciences, mechanics, design, modelling and problem-solving skills employed in engineering with medical and biological sciences so as to improve the health, lifestyle and quality-of-life of individuals. Biomedical engineering is a relatively new field, and involves a whole spectrum of disciplines covering: medical imaging, image processing, artificial intelligence, neural network, physiological signal processing, biomechanics, biomaterials, bioinformatics and bioengineering, systems analysis, 3-D modelling, etc. Combining these disciplines, systematically and synergistically yields total benefits which are much greater than the sum of the individual components. Prime examples of the successful application of biomedical engineering include the development and manufacture of biocompatible prostheses, medical devices, diagnostic devices and imaging equipment and pharmaceutical drugs.
Abstract: Using textual mathematical software for signal processing and analysis has become increasingly important in research and development for many engineers and scientists. However, the challenge most engineers and scientists face is to implement their textual mathematical algorithms into the real-world on embedded hardware. In this technical talk, the deployment of textual mathematics on real-time embedded hardware using the new LabVIEW MathScriptRT Module will be explored and real-world engineering applications will be discussed.
Abstract: The problem of music tracking in audio streams has recently attracted a lot of attention, mainly in the context of audio content characterization applications. Intelligent browsing of audio streams, automatic audio content annotation/indexing, querying audio streams by audio example and copyright management are some of the tasks that can benefit from efficient music tracking algorithms.
In this talk wee will present some recent advances in music tracking systems in a) the context of music/speech discrimination in radio recordings and b) in the context of music detection in audio sound tracks in films and video recordings. The latter is a harder task, since, besides speech, a diversity of sound sources are involved.
Abstract: The task of parameter/function estimation has been at the center of scientific attention for a long time and it comes under different names such as filtering, prediction, beamforming, curve fitting, classification, regression.
In this talk, the estimation task is treated in the context of set theoretic estimation arguments. Instead of a single optimal point, we are searching for a set of solutions that are in agreement with the available information, which is provided to us in the form of a set of training points and a set of constraints. Each point in the training data set, as well as each one of the constraints, is associated with a convex set, constructed according to a (convex) loss function (differentiable or not).
The goal of this talk is to present a general tool for parameter/function estimation, under a set of convex constraints, both for classification as well as regression tasks, in a time adaptive setting in (infinite dimensional) Reproducing Kernel Hilbert spaces (RKHS).
The algorithmic scheme consists of a sequence of projections, of linear complexity with respect to the number of unknown parameters. Our theory proves that such a scheme converges to the intersection of all (with the possible exception of a finite number of) the convex sets, where the required solution lies. The performance of the methodology is demonstrated in the context of nonlinear classification and robust beamforming in communication systems.
The work has been carried out in cooperation with Kostas Slavakis and Isao Yamada.
Abstract: Imagine a physical space filled with "experts" whose role is to provide personalized services to a targeted group of human subjects in that space. With the "experts", such a space will be smart enough to take care of the needs of the targeted human subjects in that space. The question is: "can we do it without involving real human experts (e.g. nurses)" as the later are valuable and may be put to better use. This talk will present a vision for such a futuristic smart space. Basically, the idea is to equip the space with sensors and a signal processing system, that perform the functions of "eyes", "ears", other "sensors", and "brain". Findings of some ongoing projects that attempt to enable such a smart space will be used to illustrate some of the concepts. The example used for the space in this talk is a home, and the personalized service enabled is the monitoring of the daily living activities for the elderly for healthcare purposes. The talk will discuss the possible system requirements as well as research challenges. Video clips will also be shown on some preliminary results obtained on the detection and recognition of the behaviors of human subjects in a closed room setting.
Abstract: In this talk we will present recent modeling and analysis techniques used in neural and cognitive engineering as emerging fields of biomedical engineering. The neurodynamics of the brain function covers spatio-temporal scales from the level of synaptic activity to the level of surface electroencephalographic correlates. A variety of multiscale computational methods have been developed in different scientific disciplines with a large impact in the modeling and analysis of the brain dynamics, e.g., to disclose multiscale phenomena underlying the electroencephalographic generation or to improve the noninvasive medical neurodiagnostics and therapy using electroencephalographic methods. This talk will focus on recent developments in neurophysiological and neuropsychological multiscale electroencephalographic modeling and analysis using neural fields, corticothalamic feedback dynamics, and multiscale waveform decomposition techniques. In particular, we preset the application of these concepts to current problems related to auditory processing and perception.
Abstract: Particle filtering is a Monte Carlo – based methodology for sequential signal processing. It is designed for estimation of hidden processes that are dynamic and that can exhibit most severe nonlinearities. Also, it can be applied with equal ease to problems that involve any type of probability distributions. Therefore, it is not surprising that particle filtering has gained immense popularity. In this talk, first, the basics of particle filtering will be provided with description of its essential steps. Then some important topics of the theory will be addressed including Rao-Blackwellization, smoothing, and estimation of constant parameters. Finally, a presentation of most recent advances in the theory will be given. The talk will contain signal processing examples which will aid in gaining valuable insights about the methodology.
Abstract: Statistical signal processing is a field of signal processing that applies probability theory and statistics for extracting information from observed data in as accurate way as possible. In this talk, the basics of the field will be reviewed and many examples if its use in practice will be provided.
Abstract: Biometrics in the security industry refers to measurable physical characteristic or personal behavioral trait used to recognize an identity or verify a claimed identity. Biometrics is an alternative to more traditional methods of identifying a person since it is based on something that a person is, not on what he owns or has to remember, such as keys, passwords or PINs. Signal processing and pattern recognition techniques along with sensor design make up the core technologies for biometrics. An overview of biometrics is covered, from historical perspective to current usage. The trends associated with biometric applications highlight the challenges that researchers have to overcome in order for biometrics to be a viable technology of the future. Accuracy, reliability and security issues that arise from using biometrics pose challenges that can be addressed using new algorithms which include vitality detection, multi-biometrics and encryption. As the technology matures and standards are in place, applications using biometrics may become ubiquitous worldwide.
Abstract: The acoustic interface for future multimedia and communication terminals should be hands-free and as natural as possible, which implies that the user should be free to move and should not need to wear any devices. For digital signal processing this poses major challenges both for signal acquisition and reproduction, which reach far beyond the current state of the technology. For ideal acquisition of an acoustic source signal in noisy and reverberant environments, we need to compensate acoustic echoes, suppress noise and interferences and we would like to dereverberate the desired source signal. On the other hand, for a perfect reproduction of real or virtual acoustic scenes we need to create desired sound signals at the listeners ears, while at the same time we have to remove undesired reverberance and to suppress local noise. In this talk we will briefly analyze the fundamental problems for signal processing in the framework of MIMO (multiple input - multiple output) systems and discuss current solutions. In accordance with ongoing research we emphasize nonlinear and multichannel acoustic echo cancellation, as well as microphone array signal processing for beamforming, interference suppression, blind source separation, and source localization.
Abstract: With the ever-growing interest in 'natural' hands-free acoustic human/machine interfaces, the need for according distant-talking automatic speech recognition (ASR) systems increases. Considering interactive TV as a challenging exemplary application scenario, we investigate the structural problems presented by noisy and reverberant multi-source environments with unpredictable interference and acoustic echoes of loudspeaker signals, and discuss current acoustic signal processing techniques to enhance the input to the actual ASR system. Special attention is paid to reverberation, which affects speech recognizers much more than human listeners, and a recently published method incorporating a reverberation model on the feature level of ASR is discussed.
Abstract: Some fundamentals, current techniques, and perspectives for the future will be presented for the following topics:
Abstract: Non-invasive, direct vascular characterization of patients -where the ultimate objective is "to provide a totally non-invasive instrument to assist the physician in the diagnostic with reliable estimates of the mechanical properties of the vascular bed"- seems to have always remained an elusive target. Although attempts have been made to find non-invasive, clinically meaningful parameters since the seventies, it is only in the previous decade that digital signal processing tools have been so readily available. Owing to this progress, complex software processing functions are put at the disposition of researchers without them being necessarily professional programmers. On the other hand, advances in non-invasive instrumentation have paved the way to indirect yet accurate measurements of essential parameters such as blood flow and pressure. The Windkessel (Wk) model is widely used for modeling the vasculature: it elegantly accounts for the relevant parameters in vascular characterization, namely: arterial compliance, resistance and blood inertance.
Abstract: Two million deaths are due to tuberculosis (TB) every year. About one million new cases of lung cancer have been detected annually. Despite rapid advances in medical imaging technology, the conventional chest radiograph is still an important ingredient in the diagnosis of lung ailments. Further, it is well known that mainly experienced medical officers are capable of accurately detecting MTB, and similarly early-stage LC from chest radiographs. The immediate problem with the use of X-rays involves the use of considerable visual interpretation. Studies have shown that the accuracy of the interpretation is subject to varying degrees of observer error. This error includes the observer's inability to detect abnormal opacities and interpret them correctly, inter-observer variation (due to varying reading ability between observers) and intra-observer variation. This talk is about applying statistical ideas as an alternative method for the detection of PTB, useful for the lesser experienced medical staff . In particular a graphical method involving wavelet coefficients on the feature vector (WFV) has been proposed for the detection and discrimination of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis (MTB) and lung cancer (LC). Popular discrimination procedures use the Linear Discriminant Function (LDF( )) and the Quadratic Discriminant Function (QDF( )). These discrimination procedures do not reconsider the membership status of misclassified cases. This paper proposes a novel sequential discrimination procedure involving the MRA of the WFV (vector ). The results indicate that the proposed new procedure, after reconsidering misclassified cases, can significantly increase the rates of correct classification.
Abstract: Two million deaths are due to MTB annually. Global TB incidence is still growing at 1% a year. To eliminate the problem of TB the WHO makes several suggestions, in particular "Giving access to quality TB diagnosis and treatment for all". An important ingredient for diagnosis of TB is the comparison of a series of chest X-rays. If treatment is successful, the presence of "snowflakes" will decrease or diminish with each subsequent (new) image. In other words it is important that we have a reliable method of comparing X-ray images. Several problems have to be faced before any comparison may be made. Firstly, the diseased area or snowflakes do not subscribe to any fixed dimensions (shape, size, or orientation). As such two images may only be compared by their direct difference since no obvious feature may be considered. In particular if treatment is successful, the incidence of snowflakes shows a reduction in the second image. Any measure of this reduction may be used to indicate success of treatment. Digital images of chest radiograph taken at different time points may be compared to investigate the effect of treatment on mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) patients. One method of comparison is that of visually locating "snow-flakes" which should decrease in area or size with each subsequent image. This paper propose a more objective method; the comparison of image histograms whereby a leftward shift of the histogram indicates a positive effect of treatment. The comparison of two histograms is equivalent to either comparing the corresponding box-plots or the corresponding set of percentiles. However, before the comparison is made the images need to be registered and resized. The results of this study show that the proportion of percentiles (from histogram) can be used as an indicator of treatment effect (or patient's progress). Further the correlations are shown to be the best similarity measure to indicate the quality of image registration. Finally, this study also shows that a combination of registration and resizing can improve the pair-wise comparison.
Abstract: In conventional image retrieval systems, images are indexed by text, known as the metadata of the image, such as the file name, the date it was produced, the type of the image and a manually annotated description on the content of the image itself. This kind of system, known as text-based image retrieval (TBIR), suffers from some weaknesses, namely the amount of labour required to manually annotate every single images, as well as the difference in human perception when describing the images, which might lead to inaccuracies during the retrieval process later. Hence, there is a need for a better system and content-based image retrieval (CBIR), where the images are described automatically based on the characteristics of their visual content is a popular choice. In a CBIR system, the image description is done automatically, and is also consistent, which in theory will solve the two drawbacks of TBIR system. However CBIR does have its disadvantages, one of which is its inability to provide the semantics or the meaning of the images, popularly known as the semantic gap. This brings the semantics-based image retrieval (SBIR) into the picture. In SBIR, the main goal is to obtain the semantics of the images, by means of automatic image annotation, before they are used as keywords for retrieval purpose. The SBIR and TBIR hence use the same approach to image retrieval, with the difference being TBIR needs human assistance while SBIR is fully computer generated, which, like CBIR, should solve the two drawbacks of the TBIR system.
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Neil M's Sunday Night Quickie's
From now until the start of the Baseball season (or possibly I'll keep it going) I'll post a few quick tidbits and random thoughts (mostly on sport) every Sunday evening. Here is Sunday #1...
Aren't the winter months boring?
How can umpires get things wrong even though they have TV replays? (See NFL today) I am a fan of replays in all sports to get things right but if they use it and get it wrong it really pisses me off.
How did the Rays (who are generally good at trades) only get Edwin Jackson and a young guy from Class A ball for Baez and Carter when there was talk of them being involved in a Mets, Birds, Sox four-way?
Can Jason Giambi be the most feared player in the AL in 2006? My gut instinct says no but he'll be right up there again. Pitch to Giambi with Sheffield on deck, nice.
Can anybody answer me this question, Can a NFL Head Coach be ejected?
Why hasn't anybody signed Jeff Weaver yet? He isn't *that* bad
Michelle Wie needs to play on the LPGA more
In a salary keeper league of 30 players and a $90m cap why has some idiot spent $15m on Lance Berkman?
I need a fantasy baseball draft...now
Some Quotes from me tonight whilst talking to Neil H during the Panthers/Bears game
(After the poor reverse of the fumble call that would've resulted in a Panthers TD) I'd of thrown the red flag if I was John Fox and I'd of taken a run up and thrown it as far as possible. 'what are you challenging?' 'Your bullshit call on the challenge'
If I ever find a Quantum Leap Machine I want to go into Bill Cowler's or John Fox's bodies after those challenges then Dave Roberts body whilst he's standing on 1st in Game 4 of the ALCS...*starts running* ooooo my shoe lace is undone *bends down to tie it up* *tagged out*
Ok back to the game...This blogging update has been brought to you by the chocolate bar Galaxy and the fizzy drink Cherry 7up


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An American Life
Simon and Schuster, 1990 - Biography & Autobiography - 748 pages
No president in this century has achieved such popularity as President Reagan did in his eight years in office. For the first time he tells the story of his public life and private life, in a book which is frank, revealing, and compellingly readable. Photographs.
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Now for the crazy part – they're taking away the elders who I share my area with and bringing in another companionship of hermanas! My district is pretty much gonna be all sisters with the exception of my district leader (who also is getting transfered) and his companion (Elder Ortiz from Chiuahah is the only other missionary in my district who's staying). I'm a little sad because my whole district is changing and we've come to be like a little family, but that's just the misssion life.
Anyway, I don't have much time to write because my comp was spending the whole day saying bye to everyone and cleaning our house, but she let me have a few minutes to write to you guys. I promise that next week I'll write more!!!
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PS: I still haven't had time to buy a camera but next week I asked Elder Ortiz if we could go to la Plaza de Tecnologia so I can buy it, and he said okay. It's funny cuz he's freaking out about being in a district full of sisters and that now our P-Days are just going to be spent going to the salon or shopping for shoes – which I REALLY hope doesn't happen because yeah. Anyway, that's it for now!


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Are you looking for cheaper car insurance rates in Colonial Heights, VA? Trying to come up with a payment for expensive car insurance can draw down your family's budget and force you to make sacrifices. Performing a price comparison is a smart way to slash your bill and have more diposable income.
Astonishing but true, the vast majority of drivers kept their policy with the same company for a minimum of four years, and practically 40% of car insurance customers have never quoted rates to find cheap coverage. Most drivers in the United States could pocket roughly $860 a year just by comparing rates, but they don't know the rate savings if they just switched companies.
With consumers having so many different company options, it can be impossible to pick the lowest price insurance company.
Why your price might be higher
One of the most helpful ways to save on auto insurance is to to have a grasp of some of the factors that come into play when calculating your premiums. When you know what positively or negatively influences your rates, this allows you to make educated decisions that could help you find big savings. Many things are used in the calculation when you quote your car insurance policy. Some factors are common sense like your driving record, although others are not quite as obvious such as your credit history or your financial responsibility.
The following are just a few of the factors used by your company to calculate your premiums.
Type of car determines base prices - The performance of the vehicle you are insuring makes a significant difference in your premium level. Lower cost passenger cars usually are quite affordable to insure, but the final cost of insurance is determined by many other factors.
Better auto insurance rates on cars with good safety ratings - Safe vehicles cost less to insure. Highly rated vehicles help reduce the chance of injuries in an accident and lower injury rates translates into savings for insurance companies which can result in lower premiums. If your car or truck earned at least four stars on Safercar.gov it may be receiving lower rates.
Safeguard your assets with liability insurance - The liability coverage on your policy is the coverage that protects you in the event that you are found to be at fault for personal injury or accident damage. It will provide legal defense coverage which can cost a lot. Carrying liability coverage is mandatory and cheap compared to comp and collision, so insureds should have plenty of protection for their assets.
Getting married reduces risk - Having a significant other can actually save you money on your policy. Having a significant other is viewed as being more stable financially and it's statistically proven that married drivers tend to file fewer claims.
Insurance is expensive for teen drivers - Older, more experienced drivers are shown to be more cautious, tend to cause fewer accidents, and receive fewer citations.Youthful drivers have a tendency to be inattentive and easily distracted when at the wheel of a vehicle so they pay higher auto insurance rates.
Better drivers pay the best rates - How you drive has a lot to do with how much you pay for insurance. Careful drivers get better rates as compared to those with violations. Having a single speeding ticket may increase your cost by as much as thirty percent. Drivers unfortunate enough to have dangerous tickets such as reckless driving or DUI may find that they have to to submit a SR-22 or proof of financial responsibility with the DMV in their state in order to legally drive.
Low coverage deductibles mean high premiums - Insurance for physical damage, also known as collision and other-than-collision, covers your vehicle from damage. Some coverage claims could be collision with another vehicle, flood damage, or theft. The deductibles define the amount you are willing to pay out-of-pocket if a claim is determined to be covered. The more expense the insured is willing to pay, the bigger discount you will receive.
Theft deterrents save - Driving a car with a theft deterrent system can help lower your rates. Theft prevention features such as vehicle immobilizer systems, General Motors OnStar and LoJack tracking systems all help prevent auto theft.
Keep in mind that comparing all the rates in your area will improve the odds of getting lower pricing.
The car insurance companies shown below can provide free rate quotes in Colonial Heights, VA. If multiple companies are shown, we recommend you visit two to three different companies to get the most competitive price.
|Make, Model, and Trim Level
|Annual Policy Premium
|6-month Policy Premium
|Monthly Premium
|Chevrolet Impala LT
|Chevrolet Silverado LT Extended Cab 2WD
|Dodge Ram Crew Cab SLT 4WD
|Ford Escape XLS 4WD
|Ford Explorer Limited 4WD
|Ford F-150 XL Super Cab 2WD
|Ford Focus S 4-Dr Sedan
|Ford Fusion Hybrid 4-Dr Sedan
|Honda Accord EX 4-Dr Sedan
|Honda CR-V EX 4WD
|Honda Civic Hybrid 4-Dr Sedan
|Hyundai Elantra Blue 4-Dr Sedan
|Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2WD
|Nissan Altima 3.5 SR 4-Dr Sedan
|Nissan Rogue SL 2WD
|Toyota Camry LE
|Toyota Corolla LE
|Toyota Prius
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Data variables include single female driver age 30, no speeding tickets, no at-fault accidents, $500 deductibles, and Virginia minimum liability limits. Discounts applied include multi-policy, claim-free, homeowner, safe-driver, and multi-vehicle. Rate quotes do not factor in the specific area where the vehicle is garaged which can impact price quotes substantially.
Physical damage deductible comparison
The chart below highlights how deductible choice and can impact Nissan Sentra insurance prices for each different age category. The data assumes a married female driver, full physical damage coverage, and no other discounts are factored in.
Nissan Sentra rates are for example purposes only. To get rates for your specific vehicle, click here.
Male drivers versus female drivers
The information below shows the comparison of insurance costs for male and female drivers in Colonial Heights. The rates are based on no driving violations, no at-fault accidents, full coverage, $100 deductibles, marital status is single, and no other discounts are factored in on a Ford Focus SES.
Ford Focus rates are for example purposes only. To get rate quotes for your specific vehicle, click here.
Deductible analysis
The hardest decision when buying coverage is which deductibles should you choose. The following tables can help you understand the rate differences when you select higher and lower comp and collision deductibles. The first table uses a $100 deductible for comp and collision and the second data table uses a $500 deductible.
GMC Acadia rates are for example purposes only. To get rates for your specific vehicle, click here.
|Annual Premium
|Monthly Premium
|Acadia SL 2WD
|Acadia SL AWD
|Acadia SLE 2WD
|Acadia SLE AWD
|Acadia SLT 2WD
|Acadia SLT AWD
|Get a Quote for Your Vehicle Go
|Annual Premium
|Monthly Premium
|Acadia SL 2WD
|Acadia SL AWD
|Acadia SLE 2WD
|Acadia SLE AWD
|Acadia SLT 2WD
|Acadia SLT AWD
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Data variables include married male driver age 30, no speeding tickets, no at-fault accidents, and Virginia minimum liability limits. Discounts applied include homeowner, multi-policy, multi-vehicle, claim-free, and safe-driver. Table data does not factor in Colonial Heights location which can impact coverage rates significantly.
We can derive from the above data that using a $100 deductible will cost you approximately $17 more each month or $204 every year than quoting the higher $500 deductible. Since you would pay $400 more to settle a claim with a $500 deductible as compared to a $100 deductible, if you go at a minimum 24 months between claims, you would come out ahead by going with a higher deductible.
Calculate savings of higher deductibles
|Average monthly premium for $100 deductibles:
|Average monthly premium for $500 deductibles (subtract):
|- $63
|Monthly savings from raising deductible:
|Difference between deductibles ($500 - $100):
|Divide difference by monthly savings:
|$400 / $17
|Number of months required between physical damage coverage claims in order to save money by choosing the higher deductible
|24 months
An important thing to remember is that increasing deductibles to save money results in a higher out-of-pocket expense at claim time. You need some non-essential savings in order to pay the higher deductible.
Are you falling for claims of savings?
Popular car insurance providers such as State Farm and Allstate seem to constantly run television and radio advertisements. All the companies advertise claims about saving some big amount after switching your car insurance policy to them. That's great but how can every company charge you less for auto insurance? Here is how they do it.
Companies provide the lowest rates for the type of insured that is profitable for them. An example of a desirable insured might be described as a married male, carries full coverage, and the vehicle is rated for pleasure use. A customer that hits that "sweet spot" will most likely get cheap premium rates and therefore will save when they switch companies.
Drivers who don't qualify for the "perfect" profile will be quoted a higher premium which usually ends up with business going elsewhere. The trick is to say "customers that switch" not "everyone who quotes" will save that much if they switch. That's the way companies can truthfully claim big savings. This really drives home the point why you absolutely need to compare as many free Colonial Heights auto insurance quotes as you can. Because you cannot predict the company that will provide the lowest car insurance in Colonial Heights.
Auto insurance is an important decision
Even though rates can get expensive, buying auto insurance is required for several reasons.
First, almost all states have compulsory liability insurance requirements which means it is punishable by state law to not carry specific minimum amounts of liability coverage if you drive a vehicle. In Virginia these limits are 25/50/20 which means you must have $25,000 of bodily injury coverage per person, $50,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and $20,000 of property damage coverage.
Second, if your car has a lienholder, it's guaranteed your bank will stipulate that you buy insurance to guarantee their interest in the vehicle. If you let the policy lapse, the lender will be forced to insure your vehicle at a more expensive rate and require you to pay the higher price.
Third, insurance protects not only your vehicle but also your financial assets. It will also pay for medical bills that are the result of an accident. Liability coverage also covers all legal expenses up to the policy limit if you cause an accident and are sued. If you have damage to your vehicle as the result of the weather or an accident, collision and comprehensive (also known as other-than-collision) coverage will pay to repair the damage minus the deductible amount.
The benefits of carrying adequate insurance are without a doubt worth the cost, specifically if you ever have a liability claim. Today the average American driver is currently overpaying as much as $700 annually so we recommend shopping around at least once a year to save money.
Get cheap rates by getting discounts
Car insurance is not cheap nor is it fun to buy but you may find discounts to cut the cost considerably. Certain discounts will be triggered automatically when you quote, but some discounts are required to be inquired about in order for you to get them.
- Drivers Education - Reduce the cost of insurance for teen drivers by having them participate in a local driver's education class as it can save substantially.
- Accident Waiver - Not a discount per se, but companies like GEICO and Allstate will forgive one accident before raising your premiums if you are claim-free for a certain period of time.
- Telematics Discount - People who choose to allow driving data submission to analyze driving manner by using a small device installed in their vehicle like Allstate's Drivewise could see a rate decrease if they show good driving skills.
- Pay Now and Pay Less - If you can afford to pay the entire bill instead of monthly or quarterly installments you can avoid the installment charge.
- Braking Control Discount - Vehicles with ABS and/or traction control can reduce accidents and earn discounts up to 10%.
Don't be surprised that most discounts do not apply to the whole policy. Most only cut individual premiums such as collision or personal injury protection. Even though it may seem like all those discounts means the company will pay you, you aren't that lucky.
Popular car insurance companies and a selection of discounts include:
- 21st Century may offer discounts for early bird, teen driver, 55 and older, air bags, automatic seat belts, homeowners, and student driver.
- State Farm may have discounts that include defensive driving training, passive restraint, anti-theft, good student, and Drive Safe & Save.
- AAA includes discounts for multi-car, good driver, education and occupation, good student, pay-in-full, multi-policy, and anti-theft.
- Liberty Mutual has discounts for multi-policy, exclusive group savings, hybrid vehicle, new graduate, new vehicle discount, newly retired, and good student.
- Progressive discounts include multi-vehicle, online quote discount, homeowner, multi-policy, and good student.
It's a good idea to ask every insurance company to apply every possible discount. Some discounts listed above may not apply to policyholders in your state.
Buying from insurance agents
Some consumers still prefer to visit with an insurance agent and that is a personal choice. The biggest benefit of comparing rate quotes online is that drivers can save money and get lower rates but also keep your business local.
To make it easy to find an agent, after completing this simple form, your coverage information is transmitted to local insurance agents in Colonial Heights who want to provide quotes to get your business. You don't have to drive around because prices are sent immediately to your email address. You can most likely find cheaper rates without the usual hassles of price shopping. If you need to compare prices from one company in particular, feel free to navigate to their website and give them your coverage information.
Finding the right insurance company requires more thought than just a cheap price quote. The answers to these questions are important, too.
- How long has the business existed?
- Are they in the agency full-time?
- What is the agency's Better Business Bureau rating?
- Is there a 24/7 contact number?
- Which company do they place the most coverage with?
- Will a damage claim use OEM or aftermarket replacement parts?
Is an exclusive or independent car insurance agent right for you?
If you're trying to find a local agent, it helps to know the two types of agencies and how they can quote your rates. Insurance agencies can be described as either exclusive agents or independent agents.
Exclusive Agents
These type of agents can only provide pricing for a single company and some examples include Farmers Insurance and State Farm. They usually cannot give you multiple price quotes so they are skilled at selling on more than just price. Exclusive agents are well trained on their company's products which can be an advantage.
Independent Agents
Independent agencies are not restricted to one company and that is an advantage because they can write policies through many companies depending on which coverage is best. If they quote lower rates, they simply switch companies in-house and you can keep the same agent.
If you need lower rates, you absolutely need to contact a couple of independent agencies to get the best comparison.
Your insurance coverage should be tailored to you
Keep in mind that when it comes to choosing proper insurance coverage, there is no one-size-fits-all type of policy. You are unique.
These are some specific questions may help you determine if your situation might need an agent's assistance.
- Are combined or split liability limits better?
- Do I need special endorsements for business use of my vehicle?
- How much liability insurance is required?
- Are my tools covered if they get stolen from my vehicle?
- Where can I get insurance after a DUI in Virginia?
- What if I total my vehicle and owe more than it's worth?
- Should I get collision insurance on every vehicle?
- Should I have a commercial auto policy?
- What is medical payments coverage?
- What can I do if my company won't pay a claim?
If you can't answer these questions then you might want to talk to a licensed agent. To find lower rates from a local agent, take a second and complete this form.
Auto insurance claim statistics
Are you driving a vehicle with a high chance of a claim? The statistics tables below list the best and worst makes and models for the probability of filing claims organized by coverage.
|Lowest Overall Losses
|Highest Overall Losses
|GMC Sierra 2500
|Audi S7
|Nissan Leaf
|Porsche Panamera GTS
|Ford F-350
|Maserati Quattroporte
|Chevy Spark
|Nissan Xterra
|Bentley Continental GT
|Volvo V60
|Mercedes-Benz S Class
Statistics from IIHS.org for 2013-2015 Model Years
|Lowest Overall Losses
|Highest Overall Losses
|Chevrolet Corvette
|Kia Optima
|Acura MDX
|Dodge Charger
|Volvo XC60
|Mitsubishi Lancer
|Subaru Outback
|Mitsubishi Mirage
|Audi A6
|Chrysler 200
|Fiat 500
|Kia Rio
Statistics from IIHS.org for 2013-2015 Model Years
|Lowest Overall Losses
|Highest Overall Losses
|Ford F-350 SuperCrew
|Chevrolet Sonic
|Audi A4 Allroad
|Nissan Sentra
|Chevrolet Silverado 2500
|Mitsubishi Lancer
|Chevrolet Silverado 3500
|Chrysler 200
|Land Rover Range Rover Sport
|Chevrolet Spark
|Tesla Model S
|Mitsubishi Mirage
Statistics from IIHS.org for 2013-2015 Model Years
|Lowest Overall Losses
|Highest Overall Losses
|Ford F-150 SuperCrew
|Nissan Xterra
|Ferrari 458
|Ford F-250 SuperCab
|Bentley Continental Flying Spur
|GMC Canyon
|BMW 6 Series
|Smart ForTwo
|Audi RS7
|Chevrolet Colorado
|Nissan GT-R
Statistics from IIHS.org for 2013-2015 Model Years
In the end, you can save money
Cheap car insurance in Colonial Heights is available both online and from local agencies, so you should compare both to have the best selection. Some car insurance companies don't offer the ability to get a quote online and usually these regional insurance providers only sell through independent agents.
We just showed you quite a bit of information on how to compare car insurance rates in Colonial Heights. The most important thing to understand is the more rate comparisons you have, the more likely it is that you will get a better rate. You may even discover the lowest rates come from some of the smallest insurance companies.
People change insurance companies for a variety of reasons including poor customer service, not issuing a premium refund, delays in paying claims or high prices. Regardless of your reason, finding a new company is easier than you think.
For more information, link through to the articles below:
- Keeping Children Safe in Crashes Video (iihs.org)
- Who Has Cheap Virginia Car Insurance Rates for Handicapped Drivers? (FAQ)
- How Much is Virginia Car Insurance for a Ford Edge? (FAQ)
- What Car Insurance is Cheapest in Burke, Virginia? (FAQ)
- How Much is Auto Insurance for Low Mileage Drivers in Virginia? (FAQ)
- Who Has Cheap Virginia Auto Insurance Rates for a Chevrolet Traverse? (FAQ)
- Five Steps to Filing an Auto Insurance Claim (Insurance Information Institute)
- Safety Tips for Teen Drivers (Insurance Information Institute)
- Credit Impacts Car Insurance Rates (State Farm)
- What does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Cover? (Allstate)


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Japan: Hiroshima 3 - Garbage and Toilets
The garbage system here is something else. The thing about Japan is that it is insanely clean! That is the first impression you will notice when you arrive. The irony? There is no litter on the streets, yet you cannot find a public trash can. You will see no graffitti or smell stinky trash anywhere.
So how does this affect home life - try separating your own trash into 8 different types. We have 5 trash cans in our kitchen. Trash is picked up daily. We have to put it out before 8:30am, but cannot put it out the night before. Certain types of trash have designated days. We don't dare mess up because the Trash Nazis are ready to fingerpoint if you so much as place a tiny piece of paper in plastics. Lance swears they open the bags just for the pleasure of it.
The types of trash are as follows: Combustible garbage, PET bottles (plastic), Recyclable plastics, Other plastics, Incombustible garbage, Recyclable garbage, Toxic garbage, and Large garbage. Ya, good luck, we'll need it.
My other favorite thing about our apartment are our toilets. Some Japanese toilets have bidets. Ours have heated seats! Big deal you think, until you've sat down on a toasty seat with temperature control. You'll want to settle down with a magazine or take a nap.


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I just wanted to say, I am wildly jealous of the venue you guys use. If I ever find my way to the UK I fully intend to make it to one of these events.
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About upcoming Concerts...
• Sat Dec 8 2018- 7pm First Parish Church- York ME featuring the 11th Annual Holiday Concert with Harvey Reid & Joyce Andersen. (180 York St.) Doors open 6:15pm, general admission seating. THERE WILL BE DOOR TICKETS AVAILABLE. Online tickets won't be available after 3pm, so come to the door at 6pm.
• Fri Dec 21 2018- 7:30pm Community Church- Durham NH featuring the 20th Annual Holiday Concert with Harvey Reid & Joyce Andersen. (17 Main St.) Doors open 6:45pm, general admission seating.
There will be tickets available at the door as well as online and at selected ticket outlets 1 month ahead of the concert.
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[Re: Walkie Talkie has few design solutions as beam warms shops to 70 degrees Celsius, yesterday]
Someone has built a giant parabolic mirror and, unsurprisingly, it's melting cars and burning bars. Archimedes reputedly used the same technique to set fire to an enemy fleet. The remedy is obvious: refit the window panes to all be parallel to the same plane. It'll cost you but that's what you get if you do not employ a generalist on your project.
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There is also The Shard to consider. In certain conditions, it reflects sun into the faces of train drivers as they approach London Bridge. This prevents them from operating at normal speed, and they have to crawl for some distance – causing delays on the network at certain times of the year. Top architects should be qualified in engineering (and common sense), and not art alone.
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Architects always have problems like this. At Frank Gehry's Walt Disney Hall in LA, they had to use sandblasters on its stainless steel panels to stop sunlight reflecting into peoples' apartments. It's not the job of architects to act like engineers.
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65 per cent of Germans think further aid to other European countries should be put to a referendum.
What kind of economic recovery is this? For most, life is getting harder – but Wonga is making a fortune.
Since the start of 2011, the gap in economic growth between Germany and Greece has been 20 per cent.
Remarkable how much difference a few months with no threat of euro collapse has made to UK economy.


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The Registrar is the official custodian of records for students enrolled, or formerly enrolled at Morro Bay High School.
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Japanese PM Shinzo Abe meets Donald Trump
Abe, who became the first world leader to meet with Trump since his election, was seeking reassurances over the future of US-Japan security and trade relations. He described the meeting as "really, really cordial" but offered few details of their discussion.
"I do believe that without confidence between the two nations (the) alliance would never function in the future and as an outcome of today's discussion I am convinced Mr. Trump is a leader with whom I can have great confidence in," Abe said at a press conference following the meeting, where he took only two questions.
Abe said the meeting renewed his conviction that he would be able to establish a relationship of confidence with Trump.
Abe met with Trump in New York, where the incoming president is working on setting up an administration after his surprise election victory last week that has injected new uncertainty into old US alliances. The Trump transition team provided no readout of the meeting.
Trump's campaign rhetoric caused consternation in many world capitals, including Tokyo. He has said he would demand that allies such as Japan and South Korea contribute more to the cost of basing US troops in their countries.
Such comments have worried Japan at a time when the threat from North Korea is rising, and China is challenging the US-led security status quo in the Pacific.
The State Department has said it had yet to hear from Trump's transition team, raising the prospect of the Republican holding the meeting with Abe without any input from career diplomats with deep experience dealing with Japan.
"I conveyed my basic views on various issues to Mr. Trump but with regard to more of the specifics or details, because of the fact that Mr. Trump has not assumed the office as the president of the United States or today's discussion was an unofficial discussion, I'd like to refrain from touching on details," Abe said, adding that they agreed to meet again for a deeper discussion on a wider range of issues.
Both Japan and South Korea already pay considerable sums to support the US bases, and note that it's also in America's strategic interest to deploy troops in the region.
Trump has suggested that Japan and South Korea could obtain their own nuclear weapons, rather than rely on US deterrence, which risks triggering an atomic arms race in Northeast Asia.
South Korea currently pays more than $800 million a year _ about 50 percent of non-personnel costs of the US military deployment on its soil _ and is paying $9.7 billion more for relocating US military bases, according to the Congressional Research Service. Japan pays about $2 billion a year, about half of the cost of the stationing US forces.
The Japanese leader may also try to sway Trump on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a 12-country trade agreement that the president-elect opposes. The pact was championed by President Barack Obama, and Trump's victory has all but erased hopes of its early ratification by the US Congress.
The pact is expected to be discussed in a side meeting at the annual summit of the Asia Pacific Economic Community in Peru, where Abe heads after New York. Obama will also be at APEC.


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Alvin Marsh
Alvin Marsh
Republican Alvin Marsh was elected Attorney General in the November election of 1886 and served one term in 1887 and 1888. Marsh was born in Ontario, Canada in October 1834 and moved to Illinois in 1851. He was admitted to the bar in 1855 and set up a lucrative practice in Aurora, Illinois. He moved to Colorado in 1860, making the journey in a wagon train in the company of General John Thayer, who subsequently served as Governor and U. S. Senator in Nebraska. Marsh settled in Gilpin County where he served one term as Mayor of Black Hawk and two terms as Mayor of Central City. He was twice elected to the territorial legislature and chosen Speaker of the House in 1872. He was a delegate to the state constitutional convention in 1875. In 1876 he was elected chairman of the first Republican State Convention.
In his Biennial Report to Colorado Governor Alva Adams at the conclusion of his term as Attorney General, Marsh outlined his accomplishments and his concerns. Marsh reported on 32 cases he handled before the state's Supreme Court involving writs of quo warranto and mandamus and involving criminal cases ranging from murder to misdemeanors. He also reported on difficult irrigation related issues that arose due to "the unprecedented low stage of water running in the natural streams of the state during the summer season of 1888." He called upon the General Assembly to make a legislative declaration of the meaning of the term "domestic purposes," as it pertained to water law, so as to avoid future "embarrassing" confrontations.
Marsh indicated in his report that a large portion of his time was taken up defending the state's interests in its coal lands. Private interests were challenging the state's title to the lands because they were not known to contain coal at the time they were granted to Colorado by the federal government. Marsh successfully defended the state's interest in these lands. Marsh also complained about the requirement to spend so much time advising local governments even though he had no legal obligation to do so. He also alleged the state's "revenue laws are defective" and "county assessors in some counties are grievously remiss in their duties," resulting in the failure to attain an equalization of property values throughout the state.
Finally, Marsh complained that he was overworked and underpaid. He couldn't attend all the meetings of boards he was required to be a member of and still attend to all the cases he was required to prepare. He needed more legal assistance and also suggested the Attorney General's pay be raised from two thousand to four or five thousand per term.[1]
In 1891, Colorado Governor John Routt appointed Marsh as District Court Judge in Arapahoe County. After one term he returned to private practice. Marsh and his wife Annie had five children, but all of them died in childhood.


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Some companies pay salaries to its employees once a month. Some companies that comply with the legislation on labor, paying wages twice a month. Salary consists of two parts: the wage for the first half of the month (the so-called "advance") and for the second half of the month (direct wages). The need for payment of wages twice a month due to the requirements of Article 115 of the Labor Code of Ukraine and Article 24 of the Law of Ukraine "About remuneration» № 108/95-VR of 24.03.1995 according to which: wages paid to employees regularly working days in terms established by collective agreement or regulation of the employer, but at least twice a month at the time not to exceed sixteen calendar days and not later than seven days after the period for which the payment, wages for the first half of the month is determined collective agreement or regulation of the employer, but at least pay for actual time worked in calculating the wage rate (salary) employees. Ministry of Labour in his letter of 09.12.2010 № 912/13/155-10 clear that wages for the first half of the month (15 days) must be paid in the period from 16 to 22 the number, and for the second - 1 to 7 number. So those companies that pay wages once a month violate the law of labor.
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