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Fan-centric digital entertainment network to become part of Webedia's global content production studios
Dec 07, 2017, 17:59 ET
LOS ANGELES and PARIS, Dec. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Publishing group Webedia has acquired the majority stake in LA-based social publisher and video production company Movie Pilot, and its distributed video channel for nerd culture, Super News.
Movie Pilot and Super News will become part of Webedia Productions' global activities, including all premium content production studios, from feature film production to video game development, and scripted or unscripted short and long form video content. Movie Pilot's parent company Creators Media will be absorbed with the acquisition.
In September 2015, Webedia had already participated in Movie Pilot's Series B financing round of 16M USD, becoming the lead investor of the company and its two brands for millennial entertainment fans: Movie Pilot, a social publisher and video production company focusing on entertainment content, with a reach of over 30 million across its social channels. And Super News, a distributed TV channel for nerd culture, broadcasting every day on Facebook and Instagram - and in 2018 also on other networks such as Twitter, Twitch and YouTube.
The acquisition comes with a substantial investment into Movie Pilot's and Super News' live studio and post production facilities, to develop their video and social content production activity. "Over the last year we have become more of a fan-centric, digital production studio for our partners. We're able to bring a ton of experience with content production to the table, as well as the ability to distribute that content to our network of fans across social platforms," explains co-founder Jon Handschin.
Movie Pilot and Super News partner with movie studios like Warner Bros and 20th Century Fox, as well as streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu to promote their new movies and TV shows with custom video content and shoulder content formats on various digital platforms. In 2017, they have produced live shows, custom content and social video series for partners like Hulu, Netflix, Sony Home Entertainment, Paramount, BBC America, Lionsgate and Focus Features.
"We are very happy to continue and strengthen our partnership with Webedia - the same company that bought our German business back in 2014 and became our lead investor of the US business in 2015," says Tobi Bauckhage, co-founder of Movie Pilot.
"Webedia is going to invest heavily into its production activities within the next years and will move more significantly into the US market - with a bigger presence and further acquisitions," says Nicolas John, who oversees Webedia's Productions' activities in the U.S. "We've known the Movie Pilot / Super News founders for a long time and we are very happy to have them now fully on board for Webedia's US expansion."
Earlier this year, Webedia announced the acquisition of the majority stake of gaming influencer network 3Blackdot. The Group is now active in over 10 countries and runs some of the biggest entertainment, gaming and lifestyle websites and YouTube channels in the United States, France, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Spain and the Middle East. Their brands and influencer network (including global influencer mega stars like Vanoss or elrubiusOMG) reach 180M monthly uniques on their websites* and video channels, and generate over 3.5Bn monthly video views on YouTube. Further substantial investments in the US are planned for next year.
*comScore, worldwide MMX custom measurement, April 2017
About Webedia
Since 2007, Webedia has been targeting a passionate audience by building a global network of unique talents, media brands, events and services within the entertainment and recreation industries. With more than 50 sites worldwide under their wing (AlloCiné, Purepeople, Puretrend, Jeuxvideo.com, Gamestar, 3DJuegos, 750g, Tudo Gostoso, Minha Vida, EasyVoyage…), and some of the most influential trendsetters on social media (El Rubius, Vanoss, Cyprien, Squeezie, Norman, Natoo, Sananas, Kéfera…), the group attracts more than 177 million unique visitors (comScore, april 2017) each month on all devices. Webedia guides its clients through the process of defining and achieving their digital marketing strategies, offering solutions to their advertising, content marketing and e-commerce needs. Webedia joined the French investment company Fimalac in May 2013, under the leadership of Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière.
About Movie Pilot
Movie Pilot is a LA-based social publisher and distribution network for entertainment content, followed by over 30 million millennial entertainment fans on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Super News
Super News is a distributed TV channel for nerd culture, broadcasting live every day to a loyal audience of entertainment and gaming fans.
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–Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
We are proud to offer an excellent selection for our youngest readers (and adults, too!) to enjoy. Board Books, Early Readers, Chapter Books, Young Adult, Kids' Nonfiction, Poetry, Mythology, Fairy Tales, and Classics. We have Board Books to stimulate baby's senses, Picture Books filled with spectacular illustrations, Chapter Books for emerging readers, books that will make kids laugh out loud, some that will inspire them to dream and explore, classics to share across generations, and some that will pull at heartstrings. Putting a book in a child's hands is truly a great gift.

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One of the biggest criticisms in today's auto industry is manufacturer naming conventions for their vehicles. A caveat of many car reviews is some comment or rant about the name of a model, especially if that name is a throwback to a previous model. In so many words, the question is: does the car lives up to the name it has been given? In the case of the Shelby GT350R, the answer is an astounding "yes."
The original 1965 GT350 left behind a pretty big pair of shoes to fill for any other Mustang that resurrected that nameplate. Labeling a Mustang with the "GT350" badge requires more than just throwing on a few cosmetic parts, a supercharger, upping the MSRP and calling it a day. The GT350 name is a legacy with an incredibly rich and proud history, based in performance and championships; to place that name on a Mustang requires passion from those involved in its genesis and ultimately a Mustang worthy of its title.
Luckily enough for modern day Mustang enthusiasts, the day has come for the return of the GT350. With the global launch of the S550 platform, Ford seized the opportunity to recreate a legend that shatters the common perception of the American muscle car as well as truly embodies the spirit of the Mustang.
Beginning with the Boss
The commonly held public perception of the Mustang used to be that it was just a drag car, something to run in a straight line. That perception was thrown out the window with the Boss 302. Paul Breary of Ford Performance commented that, "When the Boss came out, the conversation changed. This [Boss Mustang] is not a straight-line car, we mean business. The Boss set expectations."
The resurrection of the Boss 302 program can be seen as a contributing catalyst in Ford's latest approach to the Mustang, specifically in regards to the handling. The automotive enthusiast community of Ford and non-Ford fans alike, rejoiced and relished in the prowess of the Boss Mustang and what it offered to handling-focused racers.
In the development of the S550 platform, several Ford Engineers stated that the Boss Mustang was the bench mark for the 2015 Mustang; the goal was to achieve a faster track time than the outgoing Boss model with a 2015 GT Performance Package and it was accomplished. While the Boss 302 was and is an incredible track performer, the new GT350 actually shares much more in common with the S550 GT Performance Pack.
Influenced By Enthusiasts
Ford has always stood out from the competition for the mere fact of how much they value enthusiast's feedback and input on their vehicles, and the GT350 is no different. "The GT350 took a good bit of time to develop. There was a lot that went into the process, from concept to testing and pre-production," Breary commented. "We started with the program approval, which ultimately came down to the question of 'can you make that car [GT350] credibly; are you going to do it justice?' You don't want to ruin a name." Given the track record of the vehicles put into production by Ford Performance/SVT/SVO over the past two decades and the vehicles they have in the works, it is quite apparent how seriously they take that question.
With a legacy and history as legendary and revered as the GT350's, how do you do a car like that justice in the 21st century? You take the passion from the enthusiasts and ingrain it within the DNA of the car itself. "We are enthusiasts. We work on them, we race them, we're driven by our passion for these cars," said Breary. "We made a lot of adjustments to the GT350 based on the feedback from enthusiasts on forums who had already driven the S550." Through the passion of the engineers and their attentiveness to what Ford fans want, they have given way to the rebirth of a legend.
Putting Together the Perfect Package – The Engine
One of the most important aspects of any Mustang is its distinctive exhaust note, and the GT350 has arguably the most distinctive of them all. With the electric baffles open, the naturally aspirated 5.2L flat-plane crankshaft (FPC) engine screams all the way up to its 8,200 RPM redline in the blink of an eye, with a crackle and pop that could bring the dead back to life.
The GT350's 5.2L FPC "Voodoo" engine is based off of the 5.0L coyote, but it is much more than a bored out engine. With the focus of the GT350 being racing, Ford engineers opted for a flat-plane crankshaft instead of the common cross-plane crank due to the low rotational mass of the FPC as well as the improved exhaust scavenging, which is thanks to the firing order. With the 5.2L FPC layout that gives it an 8,200 RPM redline, the GT350 throws down a staggering 526 HP and 429 TQ.
The Suspension and Drivetrain
The Shelby GT350 is much more than just its incredible engine—it is the total package from power to handling. "The GT350 is a showcase for system thinking and how it all works together," said Breary. The GT350 is equipped with Magneride suspension, large brakes, a light weight Tremec Transmission, and an assortment of carbon fiber parts. The GT350R takes things a step further with even more reduced weight and a set of carbon fiber wheels—a first on a factory production car.
"You take the base car and you tune, tune, tune until it's dialed in," said Breary. "The car feels together—it is wonderfully balanced. You have to understand the vehicle and the balance that it projects." All of the components and small details of the GT350, even the most minute of them, factor into being the most track capable car you can buy today for less than $50,000.
From 1965 to 2015 – Reclaiming the Crown
As 2014 was the 50th anniversary of the Mustang, 2015 is the 50th anniversary of the GT350, and the year the GT350 returned to the race track. The order banks for the 2015 GT350 have already opened up, but it will be tough to get one at first as only 100 GT350s will be produced and 37 GT350Rs—a nod to the 1965 production numbers.
There is no other car on the market currently (aside from the Mustang itself) that lives up to the name and the legacy of its predecessors like the GT350, a true accomplishment in today's automotive industry. The GT350 has returned and it has come back with a vengeance, ready to take on anything the competition can throw at it.


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What does Granvil mean?
Granvil as a boys' name is of Old French derivation, and Granvil means "large town". Granvil is a variant form of Granville (Old French): place name from grand ville.
STARTS WITH Gra-
VARIANTS Grenville, Granvill, GranvileCREATIVE FORMS
Granvil Jamar (G.J.), ..
How popular is Granvil?
Granvil is a rare first name for males. Granvil is also a rare surname for both adults and children. (2000 U.S. DEMOGRAPHICS)
Which version is better?
Granville is the only prominent related form of Granvil (OUTSIDE TOP 2000). This form of Granvil was at the peak of its popularity 136 years ago (#372), but now, Granville has become less in vogue. (TOP 2000 NAMES, 2016)
Similar Names
Suggested similar-sounding names are Brasil, Brazil, Carvil, Danil, Gail▼, Galil, Galvin, Garvie, Garvin, Gavin, Gavril, Gianni▲, Giannis, Glanvill (see Glenville), Glanville, Glenvill (see Glenville), Graig, Grange, Granger, Grant, Grantly, Graves, Grevill (see Greville), Orvil, Savil and Trail. These names tend to be more commonly used than Granvil.See names in meaning and etymology.


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I am using this theme to post my mystery photos in hopes that someday I'll be able to solve them.
This photo was unidentified and in the box of photos that my sisters and I inherited from our mother. It seems to be decorated for a holiday. I am presuming Independence Day, July 4th since the shrubs and trees are in bloom. This house is most likely located in Coal Township, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, which may have a late spring since it is in the mountains.
I think the figure on the right may be wearing a military uniform, which may date this photo in the late 1910s. I do not recognize any of the people in the photo but I believe they may be a part of my Meisberger line. My 2nd great-grandfather, Theobald Meisberger, owned four lots with houses on them, which he left to four of his children when he died in 1900.
One house went to my great-grandfather, Andrew Gunther, who was married to Eva Mary Meisberger, Theobald's daughter. Based on another photo that I published in my Wordless Wednesday post "Andrew C. Gunther and Family," this may be Andrew's home. Andrew had three sons who would have been of an age to enlist in WWI.
If possible, I would like to firm up the identifications, so I am open to any information or corrections concerning this photo.


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I just pre-ordered a copy of New York Parties Private Views by Jamee Gregory scheduled for release October 5, 2010. I am looking forward to getting an inside glimpse at some great social gatherings.
Gregory is a contributing editor for Elle Decor and writer for the New York Social Diary. She is also the co-author of another book New York Apartments Private View. I learned about her book in the latest Departures Magazine edition in which she also shares some entertaining tips.
From Departures.com
What is your fail-proof cocktail–and–hors d'oeuvres combination?
I love pink Champagne with ice cubes. It's so festive. I'll pair it with little smoked salmon–and–cream cheese roulades, or mini crabcakes with a Cajun sauce. Sean Driscoll of Glorious Food is my go-to caterer. gloriousfood.com.
What makes a party quintessentially New York?
This is a no-brainer: the people. You have the pick of the litter with artists, musicians, politicians, beautiful single girls. There are limitless possibilities.
Is e-mail okay for invitations?
It's perfectly acceptable, but there's something nice about getting an elegant piece of stationery. I call people to keep track of attendance but send a reminder note, usually from The Printery in Oyster Bay, New York, so people don't forget. iprintery.com.
Dream menu?
The baby artichoke, avocado, and Parmesan salad at Cipriani (cipriani.com), grilled Dover sole from La Grenouille (la-grenouille.com), and Wallsé's Salzburger Nockerl—baked meringue with fresh huckleberries—for dessert (wallserestaurant.com). —Jordan Kisner


text: Thousands of local children are losing out on access to millions of dollars in free child care funds because of non-flexible rules in how this funding can be spent. Supervisor Don Knabe, chairman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, unveiled a plan this week that includes changing these funding rules in order to ensure that local children fully benefit from all the child care support they are entitled.Child care providers in Los Angeles County, both in-home and private, have access to millions of dollars in child care funding from the state of California every year to provide subsidies that allow children from low-income families access to child care. The problem is that child care providers face antiquated contracting processes which impair their ability to serve as many children as possible at the highest level of quality. The result is that between 2005 and 2008, over $162 million in unused child care funds were sent back to the state from providers in Los Angeles County. The need for those dollars is well documented. In 2008, only 11,000 infants who qualify for subsidized care were served, out of an eligible population of 116,000. Only 28,000 qualifying school-age children were served, out of an eligible population of 260,000. Only 32,000 of preschool aged children were served out of an eligible population of 110,000. There are also more than 51,000 children on waiting lists for subsidized care in this county, 60 percent of which are in need of full-time care. "The fact that we are sending even a single dollar back to the state is unacceptable, and this situation is but one example of the inefficient 'silo' approach we have in place on this issue," Knabe said. "Clearly the rules for how this child care funding can be spent are not aligned with the needs of our children locally. "With my motion today, we are going to be looking closely at why this is happening and how we can fix it so that our children have access to all the child care they are entitled to have." Provided by the County of Los Angeles ********** Published: January 9, 2009 - Volume 7 - Issue 38


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Landing a Mars Rover is no easy feat. It involves detaching landing gear, high-strength parachutes, on-the-fly course corrections, rockets and cables. And it all has to be done autonomously by the onboard systems, as the rover makes its descent in just seven minutes, and communication back to earth takes about 14.
The last two rovers landed using balloons to cushion the blow. Curiosity, which is scheduled to land at 10:31 PM PDT on Sunday, August 5th, weighs a lot more and therefore this crazy sequence of events had to be conceived to ensure a soft landing.
Check out this video that NASA's Jet Propulsion Labrotory put together to explain the process:
And for more information on the Mars Rovers check out the JPL's Mars Rovers website:


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What Does The Oliver Bridge Look Like In The Early Morning? A Drive Across In The Dark Puts You In The Drivers Seat
I had reason to cross the Oliver Bridge in the dark and it got me to thinking: Why not put YOU in the drivers seat with me?
The Oliver Bridge was built in 1916, crossing the Saint Louis River between Gary-New Duluth, Minnesota and Oliver, Wisconsin. The bridge is rather unique for our area in that it has an upper and a lower deck. On the upper deck, train tracks carry engines and cars for the Canadian National Railway. There is also room for a streetcar line that was to connect the two cities - but was never built. On the lower deck, automobile traffic crosses the waterway.
Originally constructed of wood, the bridge was dramatically upgraded in 2000 - replacing the wooden planks with steel and concrete.
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By The Associated Press
By The Associated Press
Here is a list of earthquakes that registered at least magnitude 8.6.
May 22, 1960: A magnitude 9.5 earthquake in southern Chile and ensuing tsunami killed at least 1,716 people.
March 27, 1964: A magnitude 9.2 quake in Prince William Sound, Alaska, and ensuing tsunami killed 128 people.
Dec. 26, 2004: A magnitude 9.1 quake off the Indonesian island of Sumatra triggered a tsunami that killed 226,000 people in 12 countries, including 165,700 in Indonesia and 35,400 in Sri Lanka.
Aug. 13, 1868: A magnitude 9.0 quake in Arica, Peru (now Chile) generated catastrophic tsunamis; more than 25,000 people were killed in South America.
Jan. 26, 1700: A magnitude 9.0 quake shakes Northern California, Oregon, Washington and British Colombia and triggers tsunami that damages villages in Japan.
Nov. 4, 1952: A magnitude 9.0 quake in Kamchatka causes damage but no reported deaths, despite setting off 30-foot (9.1-meter) waves in Hawaii.
Jan. 31, 1906: A magnitude 8.8 quake off the coast of Ecuador and Colombia generated a tsunami that killed at least 500 people.
Feb. 27, 2010: A magnitude 8.8 quake off the coast of Chile killed a still-undetermined number of people and sends a tsunami across the Pacific.
Nov. 1, 1755: A magnitude 8.7 quake and ensuing tsunami in Lisbon, Portugal killed an estimated 60,000 people and destroyed much of Lisbon.
July 8, 1730: A magnitude 8.7 quake in Valparasio, Chile, killed at least 3,000.
Aug. 15, 1950: A magnitude 8.6 earthquake in Assam, Tibet, killed at least 780 people.
Sources: U.S. Geological Survey, Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology and WHO's International Disaster Database


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World Up is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about international politics, and issues that affect the global community through Hip-Hop and socially progressive culture. Since our fruition in 2004, we have been fostering diversity, cross-cultural understanding, and social change with educational programming and events, like our music festivals and conferences. Helmed by a diverse set of volunteers, we are united by a deep love for music, and our faith in its power as a tool for social and political change. This website is an ongoing exploration of what World Up is and what it can be.


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2017 Opel Antara Review, Release DateCategory : Opel
2017 Opel Antara Review, Release and Redesign – Welcome to Newcarsuv.com, we will provide the latest information about the Opel Antara Concept. 2017 Opel Antara changes is one brand new car from Opel that was released in 2017. We will also review about the price, interior, exterior and engine of the 2017 Opel Antara Release Date.
This forthcoming sport utility vehicle has been expressly designed with an updated style that will afford it with exterior features that are best described as outstanding. Additionally, the vehicle will have an interior that will be equipped with a variant of modern features that will enhance levels of convenience, quality comfort and functionality. This new addition to the collective portfolios of General Motors and Opel will present automotive buyers with a reliable and strong engine that is outfitted with improved fuel economy. It does need to be noted that the upcoming model variant of the Antara is targeted [more] towards younger buyers within the market.
Moreover, it has been reported that 2017 Opel Antara will incorporate all-new platform for better driving experience. It is expected to get the new style to offer the dynamic look. Spectators can see a mesh design on the front grille on which an Opel's badged will be placed. Headlights will be seen much angular to the hood.
2017 Opel Antara Price
Pricing for the new 2017 Opel Antara has been set at $34,000 – $48,000 based on current exchange rates. If there are changes on the 2017 Opel Antara we will notify you as soon as possible, so keep follow our blog Newcarsuv.Com.
2017 Opel Antara Specs
The 2017 Antara will be enhanced by its interior features. The cabin will look eye-catchy and more attractive. Its seats will be fitted with high-quality leather. The interior will be more spacious and offers greater legroom and headroom. With its improved technological features, it will include automatic climate control system, large touchscreen display and much more.
The design of the forthcoming Antara is based upon the Theta platform, which has also been used on the Chevy Captive. This five door, compact sport utility vehicle will have a sleek looking exterior along with a new grille that will cause it to have an aggressive aesthetic. The LED equipped headlights are quite elegant looking and extend to nearly the middle of the vehicle's bonnet. The rear of the 2017 Opel Antara has new tail lights that are now more visible as well as sleeker than those of its predecessor. Consumers will also note that addition of a new damper chrome bezels and the fact that the sport utility vehicle sits atop 19 inch alloy wheels with suspension springs that have been made stronger.
Upcoming Opel Antara 2017 has a lot of responsibility on its shoulders as it now comes to the global leaders of automobile GM. It is without a doubt that the company will introduce many features like a broader grille design, chrome plated bezel, LED light on both front and rear and also 19-inch alloy wheels that looks sensational when in motion. This car has been magnificently sculpted and given enough robustness to make for an even better off-road ride.
The 2017 Opel Antara will be built on the same Theta platform as the Chevrolet Captiva. The front part of the car will get a complete facelift. The front part will be entirely redesigned, and a distinctive Opel mark will be introduced. The LED headlights and fog lights will be mounted on the bottom of the front bumper. Rumor has it that the Opel Antara 2017 could also have LED rear lights. Whatever the case, you just feel the car will be very attractive both in performance and beauty. The car will also bring along a new suspension system. It will improve the handling and 19-inch wheels which will further enhance the look.
The front bumper and the front grille are heavily redesigned giving the crossover a new appearance altogether. The LED fog lamps on the front bumper and the air intake facility needs special mention. The headlights and taillights have the LED light technology, which is quite an impressive thing. The 19-inch stylish alloy wheels and the aluminum-chromium body of the car make it a stunner for sure.
Enhanced technological features are also installed in the car interiors on the dashboard. Some amazing car interior features include the touch screen, modern air conditioning and heating system, high-tech sound systems, USB connectivity, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and so on.
2017 Opel Antara Engine
New Opel Antara 2017 will come with two choice in engines. The first one will be a 2.0-liter LTG Ecotec turbocharged engine with the capability of producing 255 hp and torque of 260 lb-ft. The second in the lineup will be a 2.0-liter turbo engine with CDTI.
The primary power source for the new 2017 Opel Antara will be that of a turbo charged 2.0 liter diesel LGT Econet engine that is able to deliver an output of 256 horsepower and 260 pounds per feet of torque. This power unit will find itself paired with an automatic six speed gearbox and coupled with four wheel drive. The fuel efficiency is said to be rated fairly high while the carbon emissions have been reduced. It has also been reported that the engine allows the vehicle to reach 60 miles per hour within a matter of a mere 8 seconds.
The driving force of 2017 Opel Antara is expected to reduce the consumption of fuel. The engine is anticipated to be a 2.0 L inline four turbocharger engine, which has the capability of producing about 250 horsepower with a torque of about 350 Nm. The second one is LGT Eco-net 2.0 L engine which also has the ability to generate over 250 horsepower. Other viable candidates are the 2.0L CDTI turbo which is capable of producing about 195 horsepower. Also, there are speculations that General Motors may decide to put a 3.0 L V6 engine under the hood of the 2017 Opel Antara though the claims are yet to be confirmed. Whatever the driving force that they may introduce the fact remains that the SUV will have a high performance.
The first engine that will be found in the car is a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which will be able to generate 182 hp of energy and has the torque of 233 Nm. The second engine option is a 3.0-liter V6 engine, which offers 264 hp energy and 301 Nm torque. Last but not the least, Opel Antara 2017 might have a diesel engine version, which is 2.2-liter 4-cylinder engine providing 181 hp and 400 Nm torque. 6-speed automatic transmission will be available for all engines.
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The Honey Bee Dance
Play Bee Commando
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The best way to know the current market value of Art Deco armchairs is to check eBay*.
The best art deco furniture was made in France, for it was in France that Art Deco took off with the 1925 Paris Exhibition.
And within the Art Deco, there are two main currents:
(source: "Art Deco", Libriitalia s.r.l., Le Perle, I Libri per Tutti, 2002)
Le Corbusier (1887 - 1965)
This a very famous Le Corbusier arm chair designed in 1928 (here an item made in 1975 in superb conditions).
Actually this was called "siège grand confort" and was designed in conjunction with Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Other pieces included the famous "siège à dossier basculant" (a re-interpreation of the usual colonial chair) and models of "siège tournant". The basic idea was to substitute wood with metal and leather.
Le Corbusier real name was Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, Swiss by birth and French by choice. He adopted his pseudonym from his grandfather's name as a way to express that everybody should re-invent him/herself.
For Le Corbusier there were two types of furniture : movable and storage.
"A new term has replaced the old word furniture, which stood for fossilizing traditions and limited utilisation. The new term is equipment"
Le Corbusier
Le Corbusier-Perriand design (1928) - arm chair made in 1975. source (Originally it was named "siège grand confort", grand-comfort armchair)
And the even more famous "siège à dossier basculant", again a Le Corbusier-Charlotte Perriand cooperation.[source]. The first chair using steel tubes was made by Marcel Breuer in 1925. steel and glass were the new magiv materials the avantgardists designers rushed to employ in the late 1920s. The "metal furniture" was at his peak in 1928, a magic year with the invention of the above chairs in the "machine age" aesthetics.
Charlotte Perriand (1903 - 1999) was a pupil of Paul Follot et Maurice Dufrène, she became assistant of Le Corbusier in 1927 until 1937. She also worked with Leger, the artist.
A very talented designer, she was first refused superficially by Le Corbusier and then hired when he was shown her talent.
Further Reading at: designmuseum.org
* Ebay gives you the price not only today but NOW.
It's not important to know that that piece of furniture, or those art deco sofas, those art deco beds, art deco armchairs fetched so much 10 years ago. We live in the present and all professional antique and vintage dealers will tell you that the value goes up and down according the the demand not according old price catalogues.
Here is an article on the difference between antique and vintage by going to www.upon-bamboo-fly-fishing-rods-and-reels.com.
Moreover, is there a way to know if in general the Art market (I think I can include also the antique market) is doing? Is there any special index? Yes, the artprice.com market index is considered a valuable asset for professional investors. And here it is:
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Most of the constituent parts of a reference Blu-ray picture are present on the TX-L32D28BP, though a touch more contrast and shadow detailing – as well as a more forgiving frame insertion feature – would take it alarmingly close to LED perfection.
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Easy on the eye on all fronts, the TX-L32D28BP hides hi-def pictures, easy DLNA networking for music and photos and a wide viewing angle within an excellent design, while the prospect of Skype and more on-demand programming on Viera Cast means this TV will keep on giving.
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SD pictures can disappoint, as can its USB and SD card slots – neither appear to play DivX HD files and it's incredibly fussy when it comes to your hard drive choice for USB recording. There are also some average speakers and a creaking user interface that doesn't do justice to either the Freesat HD or Freeview HD platforms; its seductive purple surround is hiding plenty of minor flaws.
An inch-and-a-half deep may not sound much considering the TX-L32D28BP's huge haul of features, but it's actually a tad fatter than most edge-lit LED TVs.
This well designed beauty produces an excellent picture performance that sees it over the hurdles of a clunky interface and fussy approach to digital media. But those are sideshows; the TX-L32D28BP may be expensive, but it's got a load more talent than your average 32-inch LCD TV.
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This week, a new book will be out that many Disney fans have been awaiting! The 7th and final book of the Kingdom Keepers series: The Insider will release on April 1st. The author, Ridley Pearson came out to Walt Disney World and Disneyland for Pre-Release sales and Book Signings. On the East Coast, Ridley was at the Art of Disney in Downtown Disney Wednesday and at the Writer's Stop in Hollywood Studios on Thursday. Just so you know how Book Signings go at Walt Disney World: You must purchase your book on site to get it signed. You also need to be at the signing location at opening to get a wristband. This wristband will allow you a spot in line later in the day. For example, the book signing at Downtown Disney was to happen from 4-6pm but the line for
wristbands started at 7:15am. After you have a wristband, you will come back later in the day to get your spot in line for the signing. I went to the book signing in Hollywood Studios and was at the park entrance at 7:15am with a
few friends...and we were not the first ones there for the signing even though the park did not even open until 9am. Ridley Pearson is a very popular author and the Kingdom Keeper series has been a a best selling series from kids to adult! I was honored to meet Ridley Pearson on the WDW Radio Cruise on the Disney Fantasy last November. He is not only a fantastic author but a wonderful person to speak with as well! He was actually writing THIS BOOK while on our cruise and we would see him with his laptop working away while we all played. If you are a Disney fan, no matter what your age is and haven't read any of these books, I would highly recommend you start with the first book to get to know the characters.
You will love the excitement of the adventures that these characters go through after the parks close when the bad characters try to take control of this magical place! The series takes our characters through the parks at Walt Disney World (even into a Water Park), Disney Cruises and the newest and last book of the series takes us to Disneyland...where the Disney Park story began. This best-selling series truly has some intense moments and keeps you hanging onto every word at times. Plus, after you begin reading the series, you may even be looking for "Overtakers" and watching the animatronic characters on rides just a little closer when you are in the Disney Parks, just in case you need to help Finn and the others keep the GOOD characters in control. Thankfully on this quest, I was happy to bump into the amazing mind that created it all...again. I was so thankful to have purchased my book the week before it came out and even more honored to have Ridley sign it. Here's hoping that you enjoy it too! I'm a Keeper!


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Susana Julia Sievert is a younger sister of my great-grandmother, Julia Ann Sievert, who married Johan Anton Hork. Susana was born 20 Sep 1863 in Joliet, a city in Will County, Illinois.[1] Susanna was the sixth child of Vincent Sievert and Susana Raduntz. Susana was obviously named after her mother. Vincent and Susana Sievert came from Schneidemühl, Posen, part of present day Poland that had been heavily settled by Germans until the end of the World War II.[2]
Susana Julia married Louis Aloysius Raub sometime between 1904 and 1906 when Louis moved to a new address, possibly signaling a marriage.[3] Prior to his marriage, he lived with his mother and brothers. Louis had his own business, L. A. Raub Co., which sold clothing, hats, and men's furnishings.[4] Louis' parents were Germans who came in the late 1840's from Alsace-Lorraine.[5]
Louis had a sixth grade education while Susana complete eight years.[6] Both Susana and Louis lived until 1942 when Susan died Jan 20 and Louis on Dec 2.[7] They are buried at Saint John's Catholic Cemetery although I have not yet found their cemetery stones.
Happy 149th Birthday, Susanna!
[1] Baptism of Susanna Sievert, Bk 1, p 78, no. 74, St. John the Baptist Church, Joliet, Will Co, Illinois.
[2] Marriage Record of Johan Anton Hork & Julia Ann Sievert, Marriages, p 13, no. 18, St. John the Baptist Church, Joliet, Will Co, Illinois.
[3] 1905 Joliet City Directory, p 428, Louis A. Raub, living now at 800 N. Raynor Av. His mother is living at 405 Stone.
[4] ibid
[5] Death certificate of Louis A. Raub stated parents from Alsace-Lorraine. Early census records for his parents, Maxmilian and Marie Raub stated they were from France, but were nationally German.
[6] 1940 US Federal census, Joliet, Will Co, Illinois, ED 79-31, sht 1a, fam 12, Louis A. Raub household.
[7] Illinois, Deaths and Stillbirths Index, 1916-1947, http://www.ancestry.com, entries for Susan J. Severt Raub and Louis A. Raub.
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Miranda July is a whimsical and weird writer and film maker that I, in all my hipster tweedom, support. These days though, July has been mostly engaging in strange technological projects: e-mail lists where celebrities share private e-mails based on a topic, automated online fortune telling and, now, an app. A messaging app, where you type a message, attach emotions & actions, and send it to another friend to perform to the intended target. It's called Somebody, and it's available for iPhones.
It's hard to explain; watch the video. Obviously this is more of a toy and a playful idea than a revolution in messaging (UNLESS WE MAKE IT SO) but I find the skits, despite their cheesiness, endearing. I like the idea of the app that makes saying the hard things easier, whether they be break ups or proposals or apologies. It's a fun take on the well-worn complaint about the human disconnect with our phones. I certainly like it better than Next.


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All about iPhone camera repair and compare
In this articles we will cover on, iPhone camera repair, comparing the different iPhone camera specifications and and the common encountered issues.
Apple's long line of iPhones has come quite a long way since its original model. The iPhone back camera alone, for example, has seen vast improvements. In the iPhone 3GS, there was no front facing camera, and the back camera was only equipped with a meager 3 megapixels. The iPhone 4 was upgraded to 5 megapixels, gained a flash, and a sensor, with the 4s moving up even further to 8 megapixels and more features. The 5s improves even further, ultimately including a 2.2 aperture, True Tone flash technology, a much more damage resistant lens cover, image stabilization (OIS), face detection, and more. iPhone 6 camera comes with a large improvement, 12MP rear camera, optical image stabilization, improved low-light conditions, a 4K video option, better coloration. Those 5 megapixels do a lot of work to flesh out front-facing selfies and photos, especially in lower-light conditions.
iPhone 6s pump up its megapixel to 12 making the overall pictures look sharper. You can even take live photo with simple animation.
How does it work on Apple's iPhone 7 Plus Dual camera work?
iPhone 7 Plus come with dual rear camera setup, each with 12MP sensors: one standard wide angle 12MP lens alongside another new telephoto lens. This 12 MP lens comes with optical image stabilization and a larger ƒ/1.8 aperture and 6-element lens, good in low light condition, more detailed photos and videos, and a wide colour capture.
Common iPhone Camera Problems
- Broken camera, crack/ scratch lens – if the iPhone front camera or rear/ back camera is damaged from a drop or water, it will most likely need to be replaced. Replacement of iPhone cameras takes about within an hour in most cases.
- Malfunctioning camera – if the camera displays a blur image, black screen, or is simply out of focus, the camera is most likely disconnected. In some cases the malfunction is a result of a factory error – Apple will not repair (only replace) devices with this error, so if your warranty is up, your only option is a repair shop like iRepair.
iPhone warranty information in Singapore
It is important to note that Apple requires your devices to be repaired in the same location that they were purchased in order for the warranty to be effective. As such, if you purchased your device somewhere else you will be unable to take advantage of any warranty you have at a local service center.
Warranties also do not cover water damage for any purpose. Any jailbroken phones will also be rejected for warranties.
Repairing your iPhone device
If your iPhone 6, iPhone 4/s, or iPhone 5/s camera is damaged or malfunctioning in any way, it is always best to bring it to a repair shop. Attempting a repair yourself is possible for simpler issues, but there is always a chance that something will go wrong or a component will be accidentally knocked loose or compatible issue.
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I've been googling donor egg IVF success rates– again. Counseling appointment made for Monday morning. Increased yoga to two days a week. Acupuncture next Wednesday afternoon. Don't they make some kind of drug that makes you forget you're pursuing ART but doesn't make you forget to take your meds?


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In fact a lot of pain is good. Some days I wish I could blog during my workouts. That is when I have great clarity in my mind and thought process. That also would be a little counterproductive…leaving the workout every time I feel inspiration. My workouts would never get done or they would take me 4-5 hours. (more…)


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WhatsApp Messenger, which has around 1.2 billion monthly active users, often comes up with updates having new features like new emoji's, improvement in calling feature or others. As much as the WhatsApp Inc. is excited to keep rolling out new features, another side the WhatsApp users are also eager to use the latest and upcoming features. For all those users I have listed out how you can get the latest WhatsApp updates and use the latest features.
Ways to Get Latest WhatsApp Updates
1. Apps
Update for WhatsApp – Android
This app checks the latest version available on WhatsApp official Website. You can set the intervals of checking the official site for the latest version like once a day, once in 12 hours or once a week. Whenever a new WhatsApp version is available, it notifies you.
As shown in the below picture, from Settings -> Check interval you will get the pop-up screen asking for the intervals you want to set for checking WhatsApp updates.
Update for your WhatsApp App – Android
This is the app which is also quite similar to the above app, it also allows you to set the intervals for checking the latest version available. You can also set auto-download of WhatsApp messenger if the new version is available.
2. WhatsApp Beta Version
WhatsApp Beta version is the version available for limited users. WhatsApp launches Beta version to give few users opportunity to use upcoming features.
By installing the beta version you can use all the features of WhatsApp which is not available for all the users. But you can become part of it and can easily download WhatsApp latest Beta Version.
3. Official Websites
You can always check the official website of WhatsApp for updates for Android, iOS or Windows. You can bookmark the website.
4. Social Network
WhatsApp Official Facebook Page – keeps you updated with the WhatsApp security tips, latest features and new version available for WhatsApp.
WhatsApp Twitter Account – the account is very active. Tweets are sent on a daily basis to keep users update about everything about WhatsApp app and WhatsApp Web.
Like WhatsApp Facebook page & follow their twitter account.
If you follow the above-listed ways to get the latest WhatsApp updates you will never miss any new update. Also, you can always share your way of getting latest updates of WhatsApp messenger in the comments.


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Installing or altering a manufactured or mobile home?
Mobile Homes
What are Mobile Homes?
Mobile homes are basically homes, which are built in factories, and can then set up virtually on any piece of property. They are transported by trucks and designed to be used for temporary or permanent accommodation. They are usually blocked, leveled and skirted and can be easily relocated. Today they are well constructed with 2×6 exterior walls. Well insulated and a large variety of interior and exterior finishes are available. They are available in a variety of single and double wide widths and lengths.
The ability to set these homes in parks where property ownership is not necessary has assisted in making home ownership available to large numbers which may not be able to afford to own a conventional home. Today most banks will offer chattel mortgages over 25 years with as little as 5% as down payment.
History of Mobile Homes
Mobile homes were actually derived from the travel trailer, which is a unit attached with wheels. Smaller units were preferred for camping, while larger units were used by families who had to travel for months to more than one location. The first of this type of home is said to have originated from England, where they were popularly known as caravans. In America, the first mobile home known to be built was in the 1800s. These homes were moved by a team of horses and were mostly movable beach properties. The true homes of this type, which we consider today, began in the early 19th century, with automobile trailers or coaches, designed with all the home luxuries. These trailers were more popular after World War II.
The main regulation for this house is its mobility. These homes were basically marketed to those people whose lifestyle required continuous movement from one place to another. By the 1950s, these types of homes gained more popularity, as they were now considered an inexpensive form of housing, which can be left in any location for unlimited time. They were also installed with a masonry foundation. Veterans also needed this housing, as after war most of them didn't have a place to live. Therefore, they opted for mobile homes as they were cheap, and easy to provide to their families.
The next development in mobile homes came in the form of increased width and space. Previously, they were around 8 feet in width and around 20 feet in length, and had sections but no bathrooms. The space and design was then reconfigured and its width was increased to around 10 feet, and length up to 30 feet. There was an addition of bathrooms, and it was then, that the term mobile home was coined. The homes were given rectangular shape and were constructed with aluminum panels. This helped travelers, as they were able to transport small unit homes simply with a car, and large mobile homes were transported by a professional truck company or by large trailers.
In the recent economic situation, this type of home has gained immense popularity. Being built in a factory-controlled, labor-efficient environment allows pricing to be on average 75% the cost of site built comparisons. This type of construction has become a very attractive alternative for first time buyers and people looking to downsize. Ideas like mobile homes have almost turned the table. It is their benefits of low-cost and less maintenance, which have made mobile homes an important and interesting option to bank on. This information is HALSTONHOMES
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Get information about getting an alteration permit and inspection on a mobile/ manufactured home. Pleas for more information and view mobile homes see our supplier's website.
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S is excited to report that her acid re-flux and stomach problems are gone . She is off anti-acid medications. She lost 20 pounds and her severe PMS symptoms are gone.
D has his energy back and he is back working . His pale complexion is gone.
Tina lost 40 pounds. Her arthritic pain is gone. The itchy feet syndrome has subsided, the falling asleep arms at night is gone and there is a huge decrease in anxiety. The allergies to cows are gone!
Aaron is off all anti depressants and his asthma is gone as well as snoring and wheezing.
Brook, age 15, the acne is gone.
D lost 20 pounds and the PMS is gone.
Michael, diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy and in a wheel chair, no longer has severe back pain and is off Codeine medication. The circulation has improved and the blood pressure has come down . The doctor is taking him off the medications.
R, diagnosed with diabetes with concerns of high proteins in the urine where the kidneys were beginning to shut down ,was able to get the protein levels down from 52 to 27. The amount of insulin intake was also reduced by 40 units twice a day.
C lost 20 pounds and his blood pressure normalized. He is in the process of weaning off the blood pressure medication.
H, with erectile dysfunction, now no longer needs Viagra because he uses Arginine Plus 1 scoop a day along with Men's Formula.
A lost 15 pounds, the hot flushes are gone and the cramping in the legs is gone. She is off all anxiety medications. She now knows that she will not get cancer again.


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Objective: To create the ultimate cast for the remake of the film adaptation of the Valley of the Dolls.This is our most recent effort:
Anne Welles--The haughty but naive WASP who starts out as a secretary and ends up a tortured hair care model. Her one true love, Lyon, leaves her for a writing career and then when they reconcile, he leaves again, this time for another woman. We'd pick Winona Ryder.
Neely O'Hara--The hard drinking, fast living, tantrum throwing, starlet who starts out as a nice kid dancer and ends up a bloated, bitter, husband stealing has-been superstar who at the novel's end is seen in the throes of a nervous breakdown in a deserted theatre alley. We'd pick Courtney Love.
Jennifer North--The tragically beautiful, the graciously endowed "art film" golden Venus who turns Hollywood Golden Girl and then ends it all when she discovers she has breast cancer. All along she believes that her talent is her body and wants desperately to be loved for anything but her body, but of course, never is. We'd pick Amanda De Cadenet.
Tony Polar--The dumb but physically attractive lounge singer. No contest, we'd pick Evan Dando.
Lyon--The dashing Brit who at first appears gallant and lovable but turns cold and cruel when he betrays Anne his devoted wife by having an affair with Anne's friend Neely. Let's see... a cute Brit who turns out to be a snake in the grass...we'd pick Hugh Grant.
Henry Bellamy--The only nice guy in the whole story. The sweet, even-tempered confidante who dispenses advice instead of pills. We'd pick Michael Stipe.
Helen Lawson--The aging star who rumbles with Neely in a stunning bathroom scene that ends with Neely flushing the divine Ms. Lawson's wig down the toilet...we'd pick Madonna.


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Gifts for Dog Lovers
In addition to celebrating the birth of Kai, April is also Lola's birthday month. In the past I've gone all out (I'm talking homemade dog treats and all) – but this year we've had our hands full. Literally. Knowing that Lola would not be getting as much attention after Kai's birth, we stalked up on dog treats and toys. Spoiled dog, I know. But she was an "only child" for 3 years – and we wanted to make the transition as seamless as possible.
Anyway – after all that prep work, I'm pleased to report that Lola has been super adaptive and gentle with our new addition. And the treats to reinforce each sweet moment certainly don't hurt. I can't tell you what a relief this is for us. I was really worried we'd be one of those couples that had kids and forgot about their furbaby.
Although I didn't make anything for Lola's birthday this year, I still wanted to give her a big shout out for being such an awesome companion, snuggle buddy, and big sister to Kai. She won't know it, but this roundup of items for dog lovers goes out to her. Happy birthday you furry goofball, you!
1) Pillow from Nordstrom, 2) Book ends from Target, 3) Apron from Etsy, 4) PJs from Kohls, 5) Box sign from Francescas, 6) Cookie cutter from Sur La Table, 7) Print from Pretty Fluffy, 8) Dog magnets from World Market, 9) Charms from Etsy, 10) Our favorite dog leash from PetProjekt, 11) Dish towel from Anthropologie.


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Assessment criteria and Learning outcomes:
· I know how my skeleton supports different parts of my body.
· I can name different parts of my skeleton.
· I have compared my skeletons and bones with those of other vertebrates.
· I have compared the differences in the sizes of my bones with those of other people.
· I know how my muscles support different parts of my body.
· I have found out how bones and muscles help me to move.
· I have studied my body to see which bones and muscles are used for different things.
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Compilers and Libraries
GNU Compilers
The standard GNU open source compilers and libraries have been installed on all of the clusters both as the system version and via the module command by loading the GCC module. This includes the GNU C Compiler, the GNU C++ Compiler and the GNU Fortran compiler.
PGI Compilers
The Portland Group Inc (PGI) sells Fortran, C and C++ compilers for high-performance computing systems. Some of these compilers have been installed on HPC systems within the Faculty of Science.
Further Reading
IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio (often informally referred to simply as CPLEX) is an optimization software package.
The full IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio consists of the CPLEX Optimizer for mathematical programming, the IBM ILOG CPLEX CP Optimizer for constraint programming, the Optimization Programming Language (OPL), and a tightly integrated IDE.
Further Reading
- Using IBM ILOG CPLEX (12.1) with Microsoft Visual C++
- Getting Started with CPLEX (12.1)
- User's Manual for CPLEX (12.1)
- Release notes for CPLEX (12.1)
- Interactive Optimizer (12.1)
- File formats supported by CPLEX (12.1)
- Parameters Reference Manual (12.1)
- C API Reference Manual (12.1)
- C++ API Reference Manual (12.1)
- CPLEX with Visual Studio
The NAG libraries are a collection of mathematical libraries which are designed to make your code run better and is available to staff and students in the School of Mathematics and Statistics.
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-> http://www.w3.org/XML/XProc/2008/05/01-agenda
Norm's affiliation changes on Monday to Mark Logic, but he anticipates participating as usual, without any changes.
Let's add the items that Mohamed posted if there's time.
-> http://www.w3.org/XML/XProc/2008/04/24-minutes
No regrets given.
Was published today!
-> http://lists.w3.org/Archives/Public/public-xml-processing-model-wg/2008Apr/0065.html
Mohamed: I think URL encode would
be useful if it could keep the content that is in the element
that matches.
... The content could be, for example, the start of the URI.
Norm: What would the option contain?
Mohamed: My first idea was an option that says concatentate or not.
Alex: Why not do what we did for generate-id, where we have an XPath expression.
Norm: Ugh. Seems like a lot of complexity for a fairly narrow case.
<ht> So e.g. <p:w-f-e match="href"><p:with-param name="x" value="3"/></p:w-f-e>, with input <action href="http://www.example.org/service?"/>
<ht> would give <action href="http://www.example.org/service?x=3"/>
Mohamed: I don't know if the "?" is in or not.
Norm: It's not.
Henry: Is there an obvious way to
do this otherwise?
... It looks useful and hard to do any other way.
Alex: You can manipulate the parameter port beforehand in any way you want.
Norm: But this is for the GET case.
Alex: Right now you'd have to use
XSLT to combine the two.
... I think we should keep these concerns separate, otherwise it's a slippery slope.
... We have the match because we do this operation and we have to put the encoded string somewhere.
... But outside of the scope of perform this algorithm, I'm not sure that we need to more.
... If that's the case, then we need a better insertion algorithm.
Mohamed argues about streamability.
Henry: Can we back up one step? I'd like to bring www-form-urldecode into the discussion. I think these ought to be as straightforwardly semetrical as we can make them.
Some discussion of where *decode* is likely to get its input.
Alex: It's there for symmetry. It's a bit of an edge case.
Henry: Then I want parse URL.
Alex: Yes, that would be good.
Norm: You can do what Mohamed wants with url-encode and string-replace
<p:url-form-encode name="foo"> <p:with-param name="foo" select="'bar'"/> <p:with-param name="bar" select="'baz'"/> </p:url-form-encode> <p:group> <p:variable name="param" select="."> <p:pipe step="foo" port="result"/> </p:variable> <p:string-replace match="whatever"> <p:input port="source"> ... </p:input> <p:option name="replace" select="concat(.,$param)"/> </p:string-replace> </p:group>
Norm: Are you satisfied with that, Mohamed?
Mohamed: Yes, but I think Henry has raised a good question about decoding.
Henry: XPath 2.0 will let you do
it, it'd be very hard with XPath 1.0.
... There's definitely a slippery slope here.
Alex: There's a real need here, but it would be nice to have a URI-handling step that did a good job.
Norm: Stop. We're way off topic, if that's a good idea, someone write a proposal.
<ht> What we're really talking about is microparsing and generating steps, I realise
So we're not changing anything about p:www-form-urlencode.
Norm: For consistency with XPath
2.0, I think we need to leave them.
... we said they'd be exactly the same as the 2.0 functions, so we shouldn't change them.
-> http://lists.w3.org/Archives/Public/public-xml-processing-model-wg/2008Apr/0095.html
Leave until Vojtech can be present.
Proposal: Allow them all on p:pipeline, p:declare-step, and p:library. Also allow ignore-inline-prefixes on p:inline.
Norm: I think a convenience for authors argument could be made for allowing ignore-inline-prefixes in more places, but I'm not going to make it.
Mohamed: I think Jeni's point was that you could group it better if it was allowed anywhere.
Richard: What about nesting?
Norm: We don't say anything yet, that we'll have to decide.
Henry: It's a lexically scoped union, so you can fix it.
Norm: Any comments about where I propose to allow them?
Mohamed: If it's allowed in p:declare-step, it will be allowed for both pipeline and atomic steps.
Norm: Yes, it'll apply to default binding for p:inline.
Some discussion of nesting for @xpath-version
Norm: Everyone content with where I said they could go?
Norm: I think we have a nesting
story for xpath-version
... I think the nesting story for ignore-inline-prefixes is lexical scope and union.
Henry: I think the semantics of psvi-required should be straightforward: if you don't have an implementation that can do PSVI, it's a dynamic error if you encounter one.
Alex: If you're impl supports PSVI, then every step in your impl is using that API. So having a psvi-required=false doesn't mean you're not going to construct one.
Norm: I think psvi-required=false is either pointless or serves only as documentation.
Some discussion of the semantics.
Alex: The psvi-required error is currently *static*
Norm: I think that's silly, it should be dynamic.
Proposed: Add a new system property that says whether or not PSVIs are being used by this invocation fo this pipeline.
Accpted. Name to be determined by the editor.
Mohamed: I think it would be better if the property just told you whether or not the implmentation *can* do PSVIs.
Richard: What PSVI properties
appear on documents?
... So a p:wrap step will throw out the PSVI properties.
Henry: Right.
Richard: So PSVI properties only arise from the steps that say they can produce them and other steps don't change them.
Henry: I think that's
... Next week we should discuss what sort of preservation we want.
Propsal: We make the psvi-required error a dynamic error.
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PLAINVIEW – Dr. Estelle Owens has received some great gifts over her lifetime of birthdays. But no doubt one of the best surprises came Tuesday when she learned that an anonymous donor had given the money necessary to create a fully endowed scholarship in her honor, timed to coincide with her 60th birthday.
Owens is dean of the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Wayland Baptist University, as well as professor of history and the official university historian. She is currently working on the comprehensive history of the university as it marks its centennial year.
Scholarships are created with gifts of any amount, and those donations begin to accrue interest while being invested through the Baptist Foundation of Texas. Once the fund reaches $25,000, it is then endowed, with interest pulled off annually to create scholarships for students in need. For some families and friends, that process can take a few years, but the donor wanted the scholarship to be established during the centennial and while Owens was completing one of her largest works for the university to date.
While wishing to remain anonymous, the donor said the gift was intended to honor Owens' strong Christian leadership and witness, academic excellence and willingness to impact and guide students' lives.
"Dr. Estelle Owens is a driving force behind Wayland's positive impact on student lives. As an outstanding teacher, she is the personified conscience of her students, confirming them in their doubts, explaining their dissatisfactions, and stimulating their urge to improve," the donor said. "She is one of Wayland's greatest assets and richly deserves this honor. Those who endowed this scholarship wish to remain anonymous because her contributions to the Wayland mission deserve the spotlight. She is the only person who should receive attention through these efforts."
Owens is a 1971 graduate of Wayland, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree here before earning her master's degree from Baylor University in 1973. She joined the faculty at Wayland in 1974 and continued her education at Auburn University, earning a doctorate in 1983.
While teaching, Owens has served on various university committees and was the unofficial historian for years before receiving that honor by the Board of Trustees officially in 2007. She has served as an academic dean for many years and is a longtime member of First Baptist Church.
While the scholarship has reached endowment, the donor hoped that Owens' peers, former students and friends "who would like to see her life's work and legacy both honored and continued" would add their gifts to the fund. There is no limit to how big the scholarship fund can grow.
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As I mentioned before I live in a condo. This is the first condo I have ever been in with some style and they let you paint your front door - forward thinking. This is what I started with,
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