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Type 1 diabetic says goodbye to insulin after receiving cell transplant
By Kelly Martínez
For almost three decades, Wendy Peacock had to give herself insulin injections in order to stay alive. But ever since last August 18 th, the day she underwent a revolutionary cell transplantation performed by doctors at UHealth (the University of Miami's health system) and the Diabetes Research Institute (DRA), she is no longer dependent on insulin injections.
Diagnosed with diabetes type 1 at the age of 17, she had to monitor her blood sugar levels and watch her diet constantly. Her affliction became so serious that she lost sensitivity to symptoms pointing to a drop in her blood sugar levels, which put her life in danger.
Even though just a few days have passed since the surgery, this 43-year-old Texan appears to have reversed an autoimmune condition characterized by destruction of the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin –the hormone that regulates blood sugar– and affects 1.25 million people in the United States, including some 200,000 youths.
At a press conference held this week in Miami, where Wendy and her father were present, the doctors in charge of the operation explained details of the procedure: "We transplanted into Wendy's body insulin-producing cells, attaching these to the omentum (an internal lining that covers the abdominal organs) by means of a simple laparoscopic procedure, and with the help of Trombin, the enzyme that affixes those cells so that they do not become detached, and so that they can be absorbed into the blood, the true innovation in this treatment."
In charge of the transplantation were Camillo Ricordi and Rodolfo Alejandro –both researchers at the DRI and experts in cell transplantations– and surgeons Gaetano Ciancio and José Martínez, from Jackson Hospital.
The results appear to be very successful. "We had estimated that she'd be receiving insulin for one more month, but she's shown us she doesn't need it," Dr. Alejandro explained.
"Going to sleep without worrying that my blood sugar levels might drop drastically I feel as if an enormous weight has been taken off my shoulders," explains the patient, who works as a legal consultant, and is the mother of a son, Sean Paul, a five—-year-old boy she adopted when he was but a baby: "He is my reason for living," she says joyfully.
Before the operation, both were living with Wendy's parents, because her condition prevented her from taking care of herself. Now she plans to return to San Antonio, Texas to start over again.
Not depending on insulin will make everything easier and her daily routine will normalize. Even though she has been following a diet for 26 years and doesn't know whether she should have some ice cream (a treat she had never been able to enjoy), doing so no longer means putting her health at risk. "I can go out jogging without having to worry about eating beforehand."
When she talks about her family she can't hold back the tears. "Without their help none of this would have been possible." Her father travelled with her to Miami last August 16 th, two days before the operation she had been waiting for since February of last year, when she enrolled in the program to see if she was eligible.
Next year, Wendy will need to have checkups every quarter. Then a yearly checkup to evaluate the progress of her treatment, which has become part of one of the most innovative branches of medicine: biomedicine, which deals with cellular regeneration.
Six new patients will soon undergo this treatment, something that is drawing interest from a good number of hospitals and clinics around the world. Neither UHealth-Jackson nor the DRI are interested in having any exclusivity over the treatment. On the contrary, they would like to see this procedure become increasingly available elsewhere.
"The great challenge now is being able to develop, in the laboratory, insulin-producing cells, since we shouldn't have to depend only on pancreas donations. That would certainly stand in the way of making the treatment readily available. We expect to perform 20 or 30 transplantations in the coming year," Dr. Ricardi stated.
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that for the year 2030 diabetes will be the seventh greatest cause of death in the world's population, for which reason its prevention and cure are fundamental concerns for today's medicine. The innovative proposal by the DRI and UHealth-Jackson represents a gigantic step forward in the fight to eradicate diabetes. For now, Wendy Peacock appears to have won the long battle against this illness, and now has the hope of enjoying life, together with her son and her family, and not have to depend on insulin.
Lea la historia en español aquí: Diabética tipo 1 le dice adiós a la insulina tras recibir trasplante de células.


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Sure, education happens in the classroom, but increasingly, K–12 education is turning to online and virtual education settings. The confluence of tighter budgets and improved delivery is just one of several reasons this is happening. In this issue of Internet@Schools, we're examining virtual learning environments as offered and serviced by ed tech companies and educational institutions.
One of our features—an interview with Julie Young, president and CEO of Florida Virtual School—examines the state of the art of virtual schooling and discusses its rationale. By any measure, FLVS has been a success and a role model for K–12 nationwide, even globally: "It offers courses not just to Florida students but also to students in 49 states and 46 countries with 110-plus courses—including core subjects, world languages, electives, honors, and 15 advanced placement courses by way of more than 1,400 staff members who reside throughout Florida and beyond." What about the human factor in a virtual education environment? Learn how Young and FLVS strive to further human interaction and relationships in the school's approach, and much more, in Interview With Julie Young: Staying Human in a Virtual School State (page 12).
The other feature rounds up and describes a range of companies and their offerings that are in the online teaching and learning space. Tools for Learning reporter Victor Rivero sets the scene by noting the striking growth the field is experiencing, then lists names, products, services, and organizations that can help your school or district move forward, virtually and literally. See What's New in Online Teaching and Learning? Solution Providers Improving Student Achievement (page 8).
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This issue, we also say goodbye to Johanna Riddle, our Tech Effect columnist for more than 2 years. Through her column, Johanna has been highlighting the successful efforts of a range of educators at implementing and infusing technology into the fabric of their students' learning, in wonderfully creative and effective ways. Even before starting the column, Johanna wrote several features for us. We'll miss her. Don't miss her final Tech Effect column, Where Are They Now? Looking Back Before Moving On (page 16).
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You know when you sneeze and you go
1 is a wish
2 is a kiss
3 is a letter
4 is something better?
What, you don't do that? You don't go and demand random strangers kiss you because you sneezed twice. Or in your twenties 'something better' was multiple, multiple orgasms and now it is just a hot latte or to not fart in public.
Just me then?
I have totally cheated and sneezed like, 12 times and then made twelve wishes. Lame arsed world peace like wishes and not for anything at all remotely cool. And now I realised I totally wasted them on lofty goals when I could have just wished for this:
and wait for it…. they come with a mask that you can Cut. Out. Yourself!
Like when you were a kid and you got the latest Barbie shit and there was like a cut out necklace on the back and while you were tearing apart the house trying to find the safety scissors, your brother ripped the box to shreds to make some fucking background for his Star Wars figures, so you were forced to cut off his white boy afro and a little bit of his ear and then throw the evidence in the washing machine. Then when your mum is all 'What the hell is going on here and WHY are there pubic hairs in the washing machine' you are still sobbing at the loss of the cardboard necklace that now not only has boy germs (and splatters of blood) but no amount of sticky tape is gunna tape that shit back together. Even if it is special Christmas tape with candy canes and little Santa's on it. And now I am never going to marry Paul Stanley from Kiss.
Or is that just me?
Anyway. That sword would be totally awesome. It would put all the joy back into cooking for my loving family.
When they are all 'we are hungry muuuuum' and 'when is dinner going to be ready? I am dyyyyying' with those freaking whingy voices I can whip out my trusty BBQ sword and pierce their whiny arses and they totally wouldn't know it was me.
Because I would be wearing the mask.
Carve a K in their arse like Zorro, but not a Z cause that would be stupid. Not being Zorro and all that.
I could go ON GUARD and whip the chocolate out of Moo's hand, millimetres from her mouth and replace it with a radish.
I could go ON GUARD and swipe that chocolate for myself.
But not like this guy.
Cause I don't speak Spanish. But I should. If I am going to be Zorro. Or can I be ninja with a sword like Zorro?
Now to go and stuff pepper up my nose and look at the sun. If there is an extra sneeze I will wish for world peace, I promise…


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Detroit has strung together an extremely impressive few games, again challenging the ever-present "tank" discussion. Tune in as Brad, Ryan, and Evan duke it out and talk about the team's best strategy moving forward, the best and the worst of hockey and coaches around the league, and potential relocation/expansion futures for the NHL!
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We started selling AirCuts in August of 2009, and it has been a great ride up to this point. All of us here at AirCut wanted to first say thank you to all of our loyal customers who have taken a chance on buying a new product in the last year and a half and we hope you are enjoying your AirCuts. Thank you to those of you who have shared your positive stories and have offered your suggestions as well. Every day at AirCut feels like an evolution of sorts as we continue to grow our social media and customer service efforts to virtually sit down with every current and potential customer of our product.
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An Employer Brand is an organisation's image as perceived by employees and by potential applicants. Just as a well-known consumer brand can generate trust, approval and the intention to buy, so an effective employer brand encourages pride and job satisfaction among existing staff. It also attracts new recruits.
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Ibn Sina Diagnostic & Imaging Center
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- House 48, Road 9/A, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh
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Ibn Sina Diagnostic & Imaging Center
Ibn Sina Diagnostic & Imaging Center is one of the largest diagnostic center in Bangladesh. It was known as Ibn Sina Diagnostic Laboratory back in 2006. It was set up on May 1st, 1981 and situated on House No # 48, Road No. # 9/A, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1209. The diagnostic center has been around, as stated above, for a long period of time and has gaind quite a bit of popularity as well as confidence of the general public. However since then there have been quite a lot of new diagnostic centers popping up in Dhaka. Some of these centers use sophisticated medical analysis equipment and others simply provide the basic tests. However medical diagnostic centers have increased its numbers due to the demand of healthcare within the capital city.
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What is the first thing you think of when you discuss homeowners' claims?
Being in California, I naturally think of our biggest claim which is wildfires. If you lived in other parts of the country, you may automatically think about tornadoes, hurricanes, or some other catastrophic loss. There really isn't much you can do about any of these major risks but there are many other common homeowners' claims that are entirely preventable.
Washing machine mishaps – It is recommended that avoid loose or damaged washing machine hoses by replacing them at least every three years but inspect them regularly. Though most homes have an area set up for your washer and dryer that makes this difficult, if possible, situate the washing machine in a way that you can detect water problems right away.
Bath tub/shower grout and edge leaks – Over time, grout can decay and crack which allows water into the wall or floor. This leads to rotted wood and worse yet, black mold. Water that flows into your tub or shower needs to stay there and ultimately travel down the drain as intended. Inspect seals and repair them right away if necessary. If you're not sure, call in a professional. It is recommended that the area around the tub, shower, and toilet gets resealed at least one time per year.
Toilet issues – This has to do with issues regarding the toilet, not with issues you may have on the toilet. If the toilet starts wobbling, it may have been improperly installed or the seal may have worn out. Heavy people using the toilet put more stress on the seal around the base of the toilet. Always check for water around the base of the toilet. If you discover a leak, call a qualified expert right away. This is one of those times that you shouldn't do it yourself.
Refrigerator water supply leaks – The water and plastic lines that extend from your fridge can cause a lot of damage to your kitchen quickly. Check the lines for kinks. If you are not 100% sure, it is prudent to call in a professional which can save you thousands of dollars.
Roof leaks and collapses – Basic roof maintenance includes cleaning the gutters and replacing worn shingles. You should also trim tree branches away from the house including the roof. This helps avoid rubbing on a windy day and is also prudent to avoid fire reaching the house. Look for warning signs that the roof or building structure may be experiencing stress or even be in danger of collapse. Signs of this include cracking of the structure, cracks that develop in the interior and/or exterior walls, unexplained cracked or broken windows, unusual popping or creaking sounds, and doors or windows that no longer open and close properly.
Chimney and fireplace fires – Though problems are more prevalent in cold weather areas, it is still a good idea to maintain a regular chimney cleaning schedule.
Hot water heater leaks – Inspect the heater for any small leaks. They become big leaks quickly. Also inspect the heater and area around it for moisture, mold, mineral buildup and corrosion. It is recommended that the water heater gets flushed twice per year to avoid sediment buildup. Many manufacturers estimate the lifespan of a water heater to be 8 to 12 years. Replacing an old water heater when it is old is much less expensive that a water claim. Once a water heater is five years old or older, you should have a qualified technician inspect it at least once every year. Try to avoid Uncle Jake as being that "qualified technician".
Electrical fires – To avoid electrical fires; check for loose-fitting plugs. Replace missing or broken wall plates so that the wiring is not exposed. Make sure that cords are not frayed or cracked, placed under carpeting or place in high traffic areas. Never staple cords to a wall, floor, or another object. Extension cords are for temporary use only and are not meant to be used as a permanent solution. If an appliance blows fuses on a regular basis, trips circuit breakers, or give you a shock, unplug it and have it repaired or better yet, replaced. If you hear popping or sizzling sounds behind walls, immediately shut off fixtures and call in a professional.
Cooking or candle fires – Cooking equipment is the leading cause of house fires followed by heating equipment. Any fires should be monitored closely. Unwatched, even a simple candle can cause a house fire that destroys the entire structure.
Garage door opener theft – This one really intrigued me because the solution is so simple yet who thinks about this? A garage door opener left in the car outside give a thief easy access to your house. Don't have it visible in the car for a potential thief to see, especially while you are away for an extended period of time.
Furnace issues – Though we don't use our furnaces nearly as much as those in cold weather areas do, make sure the furnace is in good working condition. Have a professional inspect it on a regular basis and make repairs to it if necessary. Remember, when an appliance in the house wear out, homeowners' insurance does not pay.
Theft and vandalism – Our house was burglarized a few years ago and from experience I can tell you that the pain, fear, and feeling of being violated goes on for years. To avoid this, consider installing a security system and/or outdoor video cameras. Get a dog to protect the property (the problem with this is that a big bad guard type dog may be on the insurance company's list of prohibited dogs. Call us before buying a dog to make sure). Increase the amount of light around the property. Remember when those bright security lights that are on motion sensors were the rage? Still a good idea in my mind. Here's a no-brainer; lock the doors to the house when you leave.
Dishwasher leaks – Sounding like a broken record, check all hoses for signs of wear and tear every three months. It is also a good idea to run the dishwasher with two cups of vinegar in the bottom. Stop the dishwasher mid-cycle, let it sit for 20 minutes, and then restart it to end the cycle.
Source: propertycasualty360.com


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Legend Estate Plans
8 November, 2017.
Legend Estate Plans are now available at key residential estates in Abuja; where each housing unit within these estates will be equipped with the ability to enjoy premium entertainment service from Legend.
Legend is an exclusive multi-media brand that offers cable TV entertainment, unlimited Internet access, local and international Voice calls, automated home management and security services powered by fiber-optic technology.
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25 September, 2017.
As part of the 2017 Independence day celebration, we will be giving away one month free trials of our Dual Play service to five (5) lucky winners. Join us this Saturday, September 30th at the JamRock Independence Fest for a chance to win.
To participate take a photo of yourself at the JamRock Independence Fest, share it on your social media page (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), tag us (@explorelegend) and use the hashtags #Legend #JamRock #IndependenceFest2017. The winners will be selected based on those that have the most likes.
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16 August, 2017.
Legend launches an industry-first Fiber-optic installation tracking service for its' customers.
Legend, a multi-media service brand that provides digital media services, such as internet, voice and video content, via fiber-optic connections to homes and business locations, has announced the launch of an installation tracking service designed to improve the overall customer experience around its' fiber-optic installations.
Legend, is an exclusive multi-media brand that offers Premium cable TV entertainment, unlimited Internet access, local and international voice calls, automated home management & security services, all on the same connection; an innovation in multimedia services, powered by fiber-optic technology infrastructure.
The 'Legend Installation Tracker' (LIT) is a service for new Legend customers that provides full visibility into the customers' deployment, with a variety of features, including installation updates, names and identity of installer, interactive messaging with the company, enabling real time feedback and ensuring that the customer is in control of how the installation happens.
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21 July 2017.
You could be the lucky winner of a Rose Gold Beats Solo 3 headset by participating in our upcoming Legend Zone promotion.
The promotion will be held at our RydeFit Legend Zone location Saturday July 29th, 2017 where there will be an exclusive spin class for participants 16+ at 9.00 a.m.
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Legend Zone iPhone Live Draw
31 March 2017.
The Legend Zone iPhone Live Draw took place at Secret Garden, Friday March 31st, 2017. The promotion targeted at raising awareness for Legend Zone WiFi hotspots began at 8pm with the drawing for an iPhone 7 performed by a guest at 11pm.
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Guests enjoyed free drinks upon purchase of a voucher plus an automatic entry into the draw for an iPhone 7. Great food was served at Secret Garden's serene outdoor sitting area with live music and the enjoyment of impeccable WiFi service.
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LEGEND Partners Brains & Hammers for Fiber-to-the-Home Deployment in Estates Across Abuja.
23 November 2016.
Over the last few years, Brains & Hammers have revolutionized the real estate industry in Nigeria, by delivering unique, beautiful, yet highly functional buildings that are truly value for money – the perfect mix of superior design, exquisite craftsmanship and price.
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Frank is besides DJ also the main producer of Funky Flavours. If you had a dollar for every hour Frank was in the studio, you'd be rich by now. Frank is passionned about music. Especially the way he can create the music that comes up in his mind. He started to DJ at his parents house at a young age. Wich was not always appreciated by his neighbours when he turned up the volume. After some time Frank was curious how his favorite tracks were created. Back then there were no music production schools or courses. So he had to teach it himself by reading many books and by trial and error. Around that time Frank got in touch with Thom who was also DJing. They started to work togheter in the studio. But at the same time Frank also worked with Bart as a DJ. The next logical step for Frank was to combine forces with Bart and Thom, and Funky Flavours was born.


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Crown Equipment Corporation, a market-leading material handling company recently announced the latest developments in their Crown MPC 3000 Series order picker. Per reports, it combines the versatility of a pallet truck and a counterbalance forklift. It also features a high-lift mast that is specifically employed to provide operators the level of flexibility that would allow them to stack, pick, transport, and replenish pallets with the utilisation of one lift truck.
In addition to all these, the units that are included in the MPC Series can perform a wide array of applications that range from unloading commodities at the dock to transport them and then put-away, which can help save time and then boost output. Operators can also raise as well as lower the forks as they work on the pallets at an appropriate and comfortable height. Aside from saving time, this can also minimise back strain and other fatigue-related symptoms. Furthermore, it is packed with sensors that monitor the fork height, load weight, and steering wheel angle. Afterwards, the system adjusts the acceleration as well as speed to achieve seamless transportation.
Engineered as well as tested at Crown's European Headquarters, the MPC Series, has been well-received by its clientele in the region. "With a sturdy duplex mast capable of lifting loads to a full 14 feet plus a compact design with no intrusive load arms, these trucks are working in our warehouse as versatile all-rounders," mentioned Christoph Grüter, head of logistics, Roto Frank Bauelemente GmbH. "The Crown MPC 3000 and its amazing agility has made a very positive impression."
"The Crown MPC Series can do the job of multiple trucks without compromising productivity. For example, many facilities halt work when low-level stock is depleted and use a reach truck or other high-lifter to drop down another pallet load. This takes time and can reduce the amount of product moved during a shift," said Steve Harshbarger, product marketing manager, Crown Equipment. "With the MPC Series, order pickers can perform their own replenishment and retrieval to avoid delays and reduce reliance on additional equipment."


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Here at Angling Destinations we are not only avid anglers, we are also purveyors of exceptional angling adventures... put another way, we organize and sell fishing trips. I say this because this is how we make the living that supports our sometimes over the top fishing addictions. Finding great fishing opportunities and sharing them with our fellow anglers is what we do. Sometimes we are crafty enough to find a totally new fishery or maybe a destination that has been largely ignored comes out of hibernation. These are the times when we can hardly contain ourselves with excitement. The how-to-get-the word-out wheels begin to turn, our enthusiasm becomes contagious and the next thing we know a destination is born or re-awakened. In either case, getting our anglers to amazing out-of-the-way spots and into prolific fisheries with reliable guides and destination managers is what we are all about.
One such spot is Great Inagua Island in the southern Bahamas. Great Inagua Island supports a unique and outstanding fishery, but this island also has us a bit perplexed. Perplexed in that Inagua, the third largest island in the Bahamian Archipelago, is perhaps the Bahamas' most diverse, year around fishery, but only two anglers can fish there at any time. That hard reality leaves us a bit frustrated because the demand for this fishery far exceeds the available supply of angler days. As people who arrange fishing trips, that's a hard one to swallow! This supply and demand disparity is caused by three very simple facts: First, there is only one guide on the island of a caliber that we can endorse. Secondly, the fishery, however prolific and diverse it might be, is somewhat small in terms of fishable habitat. And last but not least, the island is remote and lightly populated with few visitors. Which around here translates simply to "When can I go!"
The gate-keeper (and I don't use this term loosely) of this extraordinary fishery is Mr. Ezzard Cartwright. Ezzard is a no-nonsense guy and with his stoic self-sufficiency, a Bahamian version of TV's MacGyver. Ezzard is "THE MAN" on Inagua. All the local's heads seem to turn to stare as Ezzard rolls by in his bright red, 3/4 ton extra cab GMC 4X4 pickup, wheels mounted with impressive 40" Ground Hawg off-road tires. Expressionless, behind polarized sunglasses, Ezzard gives the impression of someone you would not want to mess with. My suspicion is that no one does! Yet behind this daunting exterior and as many of our clients have come to know, Ezzard is a really friendly, easy going, fun to be around flats guide. A guy who is so hard working and passionate about fishing that he actually gets depressed (not mad) when his client's don't catch fish.
Ezzard holds the secrets to his fishery (and therefore his living) very close to his vest.
I asked him several times, "Ezzard, where are we fishing today?"
The painfully short answer was usually something like, "in a little creek mon."
Umm... "Does this little creek have a name?" I would inquire.
"No mon."
And that's how it went all week, me asking the normal logistical questions and Ezzard politely not answering them. You get the picture... I bet Ezzard is a great poker player.
Perhaps Ezzard's tight-lipped approach is because he is worried about self-guided anglers, but because of the island's extremely rugged and remote terrain, anglers aimlessly wandering around could wind up in a heap of trouble! There are no maps and getting Ezzard to draw you one is not very likely. Another problem for anglers looking to self-guide is there are no street signs anywhere once you leave Matthew Town. As we raced Baja-style along the narrowing interior roadways of Inagua's outback, the lack of even primitive directional landmarks added to each day's mystery. Some mornings, we drove up to 60 minutes in the predawn darkness headed to a spot only known to Ezzard. In these hidden spots, where the jungle meets the sea, Ezzard has fashioned a series of strategically located boat launches. Calling them ramps would be a gross exaggeration. Nevertheless, these access points allow Ezzard to reach the best of Inagua's beach flat habitat while minimizing lengthy boat rides. Some launch sites were merely tunnels that had been cut through the jungle and were reached only at the end of a mile long, door-scratching, two-rut trail. Ezzard loosely referred to these trails as roads. OK... now the monster truck tires were beginning to make sense!
To fish these remote and hard to reach beach flats, Ezzard trailers a 16-foot, aluminum Jon boat outfitted with a reliable 35 horse Yamaha Enduro outboard. It's not until you reach these launch sites that the wisdom of this boat's utility becomes truly evident. For these comfortable, lightweight fishing craft with an extremely shallow draft are well suited for Ezzard's commando-style put-ins and take-outs. To prove this point, we experienced two backbreaking, end of the day, situations when we were forced to push Ezzard's boat 30 yards back up to the trailer due to the low tide. In the absence of a well-defined channel and a traditionally maintained ramp, we dug in and paid the price for our remote, off-the-beaten-path angling. Thank God we were not in a traditional flats boat!
On this visit to Great Inagua, I was lucky enough to be invited along by two long time angling pals. I would ride third in the boat. Paul Cohen and Kay Dushane are veteran saltwater anglers from Denver, Colorado. Both are easy to get along with and possess that rough and tumble, anything goes mentality that is so vital to have when visiting these out-of-the-way fisheries. As the bonefishing on Inagua is done primarily by wading, it worked very well for three friends to share a boat. Ezzard was more than accommodating with our trio and his beach cottage and food service was perfect for our three-angler scenario. When it came time to fish from a poled skiff, it does help though when the third angler (namely me) doubles as the staff photographer. Such was the case when fishing for permit and tarpon, so I willingly accepted my "third wheel" role.
One of the best reasons to visit Inagua is for the diversity of its fishery. Here an angler has a better then average shot at a "Grand Slam" each and every day. During our week, we fished the majority of the appropriate tides for permit. All in all, we probably focused more then 60% of our angling efforts for the week on this mind-numbing pursuit. We saw a lot of permit each day, some days up to perhaps a hundred. The oceanic nature of this island with its fairly narrow and deep beach flats make Inagua a prime permit fishery and Ezzard's clients do catch a lot of permit! Enough actually to place Inagua among the world's elite permit destinations. Although we had more then our fair share of makeable shots, we never managed to land a permit on this visit. But this is a tough game, so with good numbers of shots being critical to success where permit are concerned, we all felt pretty good about the opportunities we had!
When we weren't focusing on the brain damage that is permit fishing, there was always a place nearby to go find and usually hook a few nice bonefish. It was simply a matter of looking in towards shallower water to see those mesmerizing tails. This was the problem with permit fishing on Inagua! Imagine day after day turning your back to bones that on average ran quite a bit larger then your typical Bahamian schoolie. I would say that our bones on this trip ran mostly in the 5 to 6 pound range. Sure we caught some smaller fish... you always do, but our larger fish ran conservatively into the respectable 7 to 8 pound class. For the same reason there are permit on Inagua, namely deeper oceanic flats, there are also plenty of big bones. On several occasions, we were sure the dark, broad backs we were seeing were sharks or jacks, but on closer inspection, they turned out to be massive bonefish. You look, try to focus, pause, and then walk up in disbelief as you realize your rookie mistake. It is then that you recite a plethora of silent profanity as your double-digit bonefish swims casually away. You don't make that mistake too many times before you start casting to any fish you see... regardless of how big it appears on these flats.
After having had our fill of near misses with permit and bested our share of sizable bonefish, it was now time to chase some tarpon around Inagua's interior Lake Windsor. Of all the places I've fished in my life, Lake Windsor could be one of the most unique. Think of it like the world's largest saltwater aquarium. Really! Lake Windsor is completely cut off from the sea with the exception of two, one-way only inlet canals. These canals carry millions of gallons a day of fresh, cool seawater that is pumped into the lake's interior compliments of the Morton Salt Company. The constant influx of saltwater is necessary to replace the daily evaporation due to Morton's salt producing ponds. The size and scope of this area is simply mind-boggling! By design, there is no tidal influence here whatsoever... which is very strange especially for one conditioned to the ocean. In Lake Windsor it is possible to fish for land-locked tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook and barracuda in a totally captive stillwater environment. Lake Windsor is an artificially created habitat, something akin to the aquatic richness of a controlled tailwater fishery found below a river's dam. Completely artificial, but serendipitously productive, this manmade ecosystem supports a prolific and diverse saltwater flats fishery.
Here's a bit more on how it all works. Fresh seawater is pumped into Lake Windsor daily, carrying with it all the elements normally found in a healthy ocean ecosystem, including a wide variety of fish eggs. The eggs pass harmlessly through the pumps along with krill, plankton and other normal biomass that makes up the base of the ocean's food chain. It all flows into the lake where the eggs hatch. These hatchlings draw from this abundance of microscopic groceries and the juvenile game fish, along with massive amounts of baitfish, flourish in the lake. They all seem content to live out their lives in Lake Windsor. With the exception of barracuda, which we saw many up to five feet, there are no other predators that exist in the lake. Most importantly... there are no sharks! This is because young sharks are born alive outside the protected lake environment and therefore can't survive a pass through the pump stations. For the very same reason, there are no rays either. Fewer apex predators equals higher survival rates for the gamefish species and subsequently more willing volunteers to eat our flies.
Our day on Lake Windsor started out with optimal fishing conditions. However by noon on this day in late May, I can honestly say that I have never experienced a hotter afternoon in my life anywhere on the planet! We fished under a cloudless sky, the sun was directly overhead, the mercury was pegged at 100 degrees, there was not a breath of wind and the humidity was truly oppressive. As we floated around in our aluminum frying pan of a skiff, literally baking away, we just had to laugh. What effect tarpon, even babies, have on us to endure such conditions with nary a complaint is amazing! On this scorching day, the tarpon fishing was up to the billing and we jumped and landed some really nice tarpon to 25 pounds. Ezzard told us that tarpon in this lake commonly reach 60 pounds. What surprised me the most though was that we saw good numbers of snook too. Schools of them and if I told you their size you wouldn't believe me! The lake fishing alone is reason enough to visit this amazing destination. I could have spent a week on the lake and never even gone to the ocean proper!!
Everything about my first visit to Inagua impressed me: the habitat, the diversity of the fishery and most of all, Ezzard and his operation. Understand this, if it were not for Ezzard, there would not be many angling opportunities that one could get to on Inagua. This place is too out-of-the-box for any do-it-yourself type anglers. Ezzard is the master of this domain. He is as hardworking and accommodating as anyone I've ever met and his program works because of his ingenuity, creativity and stoic self-reliance.
As I mentioned, it was late-May in the southern Bahamas and extremely hot during our visit. Ezzard's solution was to get us on the water each day as early as possible to beat the worst of the day's heat. Every morning we were rolling in the truck by 5:30 AM. We fished long, full days! A typical day had us back at the cottage around 3:30 PM. That meant it was decision time. Pop a Kalik and slip in to the sea for a cooling dip and a relaxing afternoon... or rehydrate, eat a power bar and ask Ezzard to drop us at the lighthouse beach to fish for a few more hours. This was an easy decision; after all, it was not going to get dark for four more hours! Walking a beautiful, remote beach as the sun sets, casting to tailing bonefish is not something I can do back in Wyoming. So each afternoon, I would present the question. "Who wants to go catch a few more bones?" Most days I could rally at least one volunteer. Think about it, three extra hours a day for six days. That's like adding two extra fishing days to your trip! By the end of these extended days, we were completely crispy, but the extra effort was well worth it. Our efforts would generally produce 3 to 5 additional fish apiece usually of 4 or 5 pounds and all caught under classic bonefishing conditions. With our tides low and incoming in the late afternoons, we had many good shots at tailing singles and doubles, creating the perfect endings to our already fantastic days on Inagua. There's a special feeling that comes from catching bonefish on your own out from under the watchful eye of your guide. For me, these late afternoons on our own added a soul-filling, self-reliant dimension to our trip.
Anyone who has an appreciation for off-the-beaten-path fishing destinations should visit Great Inagua. But know this, Inagua is not for everybody! Don't come here if you're looking for luxury accommodations, gourmet food, fancy equipment or guarantees of success. But do feel blessed to have evolved as an angler to the point where Great Inagua is finally on your shortlist of must-visit destinations. I think to truly thrive here in Ezzard's world, you need to ask yourself what elements of your angling character (self reliance, stoicism, sense of humor) can you bring to this destination that make you something like Ezzard Cartwright? If you can do that and bring something to the table, you will, like me, become a believer in this truly amazing destination.
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Finger Tracking System and Its Implications
Published by Arpin Gajjar,
There are many emerging technologies and sciences that are still unknown to the common man. Some of the utilities of technology that are adopted by the people and are useful for their daily lives become popular and are known easily by their names. However, there are some technologies that are restricted to labs and experimental professionals who after years of research and studies configure these technological concepts according to how they can be utilized for the betterment of the mankind.
A growing technology: One such growing yet less popular technology in the world is called finger tracking. Like the name suggests it is a type of digital tracking system that involves the human fingers and their motion with respect to a frame of reference.
If you have ever played a video game on a Kinect console, then you must be familiar with this phenomenon. With sensory movements, the computer or console can track and record your body movements in different directions. These are then imitated or displayed on the screen in a virtual setup or environment. You can play several games by moving your body and limbs in real time but they will appear to be moving on the virtual screen as well.
What is finger tracking technology? Similar is the case with finger tracking system. It is a type of technology that helps in the detection of the movement of the fingers by recording their consecutive positions at different directions. Through this movement of the finger, a 3-dimensional image or visualization is created.
Apart from being used for imagery and 3D objects, the finger tracking systems are also employed as input devices for computers and laptops.
Finger tracking devices: In this scenario, it acts as a small external device that is worn or attached to the fingers and helps in tracking the movement of those fingers. It acts as an add-on device for the user and his system. Being wireless and sensitive, it can be used easily without any burden or weight. In many cases, you can also find tracking devices for the hand as well. For fingers, you can opt for three finger device or five fingers.
The finger tracking devices can be divided into the following components:
- A handpiece is provided that can be attached to the back of the hand to monitor its overall movement and motion.
- Finger marking portion consists of small clip on finger length markers that can be easily attached to the fingers and their tips. These finger parts are connected through small wires to the handpiece at the back.
Through an effective finger tracking system, users can extract the following information and data:
- Motion and position of the hand side of the hand
- The fingers and their numbers according to the tracker
- Movement of the fingers in various directions and speeds. Measurement of movement radius, lengths and angles are provided with great accuracy through this system.
Implications and Usage:
- In the upcoming years, experts predict that finger tracking systems will be a vital component of virtual reality and its related products.
- Finger tracking systems are used for 3-dimensional modeling projects in various engineering organizations and architectural companies. It is best suited to aid CAD programs and analysis of prototypes in production facilities.
- It will be one of the key contributors to the industries of animation and graphic designing.
Due to its high-cost gadgetry and devices, this technology is still not available to the public at large. However, we do hope to see further progress in the technology so that it can be adopted in consumer goods and services as well.
The writer of this article, Cathy Homes is a tech journalist and blogger at Assignment Service and she writes many articles on this site.


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PUERTO RICO UPDATE COFINA Bonds Rally
Seema Balwada, CFA
Judge Puts Constitutionality of Oversight Board Under Advisement… Federal Rescue Funds Make Headway… Permanent Medicaid Relief Sought… Puerto Rico Fiscal Plan Deadline Extended… Judge Selects More Investor Letters... COFINA Bonds Rally Bondholders Expect Favorable Ruling…
"Extraordinarily Important" Court Hearing… The key component of Puerto Rico's debt restructuring is the seven-member Oversight Board. The constitutionality of the selection of Board members is now under Court advisement. Bondholders led by hedge fund Aurelius want a new Board appointed by President Trump through Senate confirmation. The U.S. Attorney General and the Island government along with the Oversight Board defended the legality of the Board for over three hours at the "extraordinarily important" January 10 court hearing. Judge Swain asked if Puerto Rico's Federal Oversight Board is declared unconstitutional, what would that mean for the Island's effort to restructure its $74 billion of debt? "Every Board decision can potentially be void," former Solicitor General, Constitutional expert and Aurelius attorney Theodore Olson told Swain about what could happen to the Oversight Board's actions. "Hopefully Congress will go back and get it right."
Federal Rescue Funds Make Headway in Puerto Rico… Bond investors expect Congress to enforce more oversight given Puerto Rico's history of corrupt politicians. To keep a check on the Island's government spending, the U.S. Treasury is seeking collateral and guarantees on federal funds promised in October, which should be part of the Island's upcoming Fiscal Plan. Collateral for federal funds would be similar to Puerto Rico's secured bonds. A host of unencumbered Puerto Rico revenues such as a portion of the Sales and Use Tax not currently allocated to bondholders, which if pledged would validate the COFINA structure, or income, excise or corporate tax could be used as collateral. Governor Rosselló stated that Puerto Rico is calling on the federal government and the Treasury to expedite their internal processes so that they can inform us of the financial terms and guarantees they need to get the assistance approved by Congress and the President. Federal funds are likely to be disbursed to the central government, which with the approval of FEMA will then be distributed to agencies. In October Congress passed legislation enabling a $36.5 billion disaster aid package for hurricane affected states. Of this, $4.7 billion in low interest loans known as Community Disaster Loans go to Puerto Rico; historically FEMA has forgiven 92% of such loans granted to disaster hit areas.
Permanent Medicaid Relief Sought in Proposed Disaster Relief Legislation… Under a potential deal, the U.S. would completely fund Puerto Rico's Medicaid program for two years by lifting a federal Medicaid spending cap of $300 million currently in place. Some lawmakers are seeking permanent Medicaid relief. Proposals to add $6 billion are also afloat. Puerto Rico's Medicaid reimbursement rate is capped at 55% despite the Commonwealth's extreme poverty compared with the U.S. overall. States with increasingly high poverty levels receive Medicaid reimbursements at escalating rates, up to 75%. U.S. lawmakers are also eyeing an additional $81 billion, which many lawmakers feel is not enough, for disaster relief throughout the U.S. The amount was approved by the House in December, and is currently in Senate discussions. This relief package among other things could substantially increase federal funding for Puerto Rico's Medicaid program.
Puerto Rico Fiscal Plan Deadline Extended… The Oversight Board has provided two additional weeks until January 24, 2018 for Puerto Rico to submit revised 5-year instead of 10-year Fiscal Plans for the central government, PREPA and water utility PRASA. Other planned deadlines are unchanged. Governor Rosselló has requested aid totaling $94.4 billion (close to the Island's entire annual GDP) and also agreed to give FEMA approval power over Puerto Rico's expenditure of federal disaster funds. It remains unclear if the federal government will authorize aid in line with Puerto Rico's request.
U.S. Alleges Massive Electric Rebuilding Materials Discovered… On becoming aware of a previously unknown massive store of electric grid rebuilding materials being held by PREPA, the FBI, FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers entered a PREPA warehouse to claim and distribute the equipment. The federal government conducted a full inventory and immediately sent out the critical materials. "At a time when it is a priority to restore the electrical system in Puerto Rico why was this material not utilized? Governor Ricardo Rosselló, who states he was unaware of the hoarded materials, referred the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' alleged discovery of materials to the local Justice Department. The materials will be used to restore the Island's electrical grid.
Judge Swain Selects More Letters Written by Puerto Rico Bondholders... Judge Swain continues to select investor letters that do not favor Puerto Rico officials and their actions. "Your Honor, as a holder of Puerto Rico bonds, I expect the law to be respected and for the court to protect my bondholder rights and liens." "The United States is a country built on laws." "Both the U.S. and Puerto Rico governments are responsible for the Island's current financial crisis." "The U.S. government gave exclusively to Puerto Rico the most attractive feature of any U.S. security…Triple Tax Exemption." "It is hard to accept that anyone in Congress is not aware of Puerto Rico's history of corruption." "Under current conditions how can U.S. and Puerto Rico politicians believe the Island will ever regain market access?" These are just some of the references made in the letters. Judge Swain hand-picked letters addressed to the Court to showcase she is deeply mindful of the importance of issues raised in these unprecedented cases. Letters to Judge Swain can be emailed to: firstname.lastname@example.com
Puerto Rico Bond Prices Rally… Prices on some Puerto Rico bonds have rallied after hitting record lows following Maria's destruction. GO's traded this week at an average price over 25 cents on the dollar, the highest since November 14. Sales Tax bonds, albeit at low prices, have surged, up over 40% in 2018, making the securities the most actively traded in the municipal market, according to Bloomberg. If Judge Swain upholds statutory liens Puerto Rico municipal bonds may well be the best performing asset class of 2018. Media headlines have focused on the dire financial conditions of Puerto Rico as told by Puerto Rico politicians. Politicians continue to withhold annual financial reports and other pertinent financial information. The recent discovery of bank accounts holding over $6 billion is reflective of Puerto Rico politicians lack of integrity. Prices on Puerto Rico secured bonds have not yet taken legal liens and potential bondholder recoveries into consideration. Most media stories never mention bondholder rights under the U.S. and Puerto Rico Constitutions nor do they mention the statutory and priority liens that made many Puerto Rico securities marketable. Puerto Rico bondholders face an anomaly: today's political environment. No one knows how anything related to the Puerto Rico financial debacle will play out.
Why COFINA Bondholders Expect a Favorable Court Ruling… In 2009 the three most recognized and reputable rating agencies issued credit reports on Puerto Rico Sales Tax bonds. These reports influenced institutional investors, bond funds, hedge funds and individual investors to purchase "A" rated Subordinated Sales Tax bonds. The reports reflect "AA" ratings for senior bonds and "A" ratings for subordinated bonds. Moody's upgraded the subs from "A2" to "A1" and Fitch upgraded the subs from "A" to "A+" in 2010 while S&P maintained the "A+". Current ratings for both senior and subs, Moody's "CA", S&P and Fitch "D". Since the inception of COFINA, Sales Tax revenues steadily improved as did security for bondholders. Holders of COFINA bonds are astute, well informed investors who believe the laws will prevail. The 2009 credit reports are attached.*
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