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A story is told about a mountain climber who liked to climb tall mountains for fun and to impress his friends. After years of preparation and training he felt he could handle any mountain terrain in the world, regardless of the degree of difficulty.
During a climbing trip, with five other men, he decided he would make the final climb to the summit, solo, so he could get there first and claim the glory, while the others slept. After the rest of the climbing party turned-in for the night, he put on his climbing gear and headed toward the summit. As he started his climb, he was very glad there was a full moon to help him see where he was going.
Although it was foolish to climb at night, alone, he did use a rope and put in good piton protection as he climbed. With the benefit of the full moon, he made rapid progress up the mountain, in spite of the fact he was climbing at night. His confidence soared as he neared the summit, but unfortunately, thick clouds were starting to build around the mountain, and visibility was deteriorating rapidly, as a winter storm developed. In just a few minutes visibility dropped to almost zero, as heavy clouds and fog surrounded him. It was now too late to turn back, so he continued to climb up the mountain, hoping the storm would blow by quickly.
While moving along a narrow traverse, now in total darkness, he got into some "rotten rock," and slid down the side of the ridge and over the edge of a cliff. The good news is the protection he put in held, and he was still alive after the fall; although he now found himself dangling in the air, suspended from his rope, unable to see anything around him. The bad news is, he had loosely tied his outer heavy parka across the top of his backpack while he was climbing, and he now discovered he had lost it during the fall. Slowly the cold night air from the storm began to chill him to the bone through his lightweight inner jacket. After struggling to turn himself around in a circle, and not finding anything to grab onto, in desperation he cried out, "Oh dear God in Heaven, please help me!"
Suddenly, from above he heard a strong deep voice boom out, "Cut the rope!" "What?!" As the climber listened over the wind, once again he heard a deep voice say, "Cut the rope!"
Except for the wind, silence followed, as the climber continued to hang onto the rope, while hoping to be able to grab onto something that would enable him to climb to safety. Unable to see his true situation, the climber concluded, as most people would, that hanging onto the rope was his only hope.
The following day, the rest of his climbing party discovered him frozen to death, still dangling from his rope -- only eight feet above a large out-cropping of rock. Had the climber cut the rope, he would have dropped down to a relatively safe area, where he could have built a fire, using some of the surrounding scrub brush, and probably survived the night.
From this tragic, hopefully fictional story, we can learn about trusting God. Do you look for security in a "rope" of some form? Or, are you willing to trust God with the many things in life beyond your knowledge or control?


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Marine Cpl Barton Humlhanz
KIA August 26, 2004
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Assigned to Marine Expeditionary Unit Service Support Group 24, 24th MEU, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
While conducting security combat operations in Babil Province, Cpl Barton Humlhanz's unit was hit by an improvised explosive device detonation. After being medevac'd to the 31st Combat Support Hospital, he died of shrapnel wounds only 2 hours after the attack. Cpl Humlhanz was a field military policeman who had received two promotions during his short two years in the Marine Corps.
Barton, nicknamed Bart or BR by his family, was born in February of 1981 and from an early age knew he wanted to serve his country. At only 17 years old, Bart joined the military with a delayed entry contract in the hopes of becoming a Military Policeman. However after two contracts fell through on this assignment, he decided to get a job instead. In the wake of the events of the 9/11 terrorist attack, Bart felt compelled to enlist once again. He called his mom in November of 2001, to share the news he would be shipping out in just 3 weeks.
"Bart told everyone that joining the United States Marine Corps was the best thing he had ever done and he was very proud, as were all of us," his mom, Michele Carey, said.
As a young Marine, Bart gave everything he had to every task in front of him – from training objectives to being a good friend, Bart was always "all-in." Bart had a large heart, and treated everyone as if they were family. His loved ones mourn the loss of what they say was a true patriot and the most caring friend.
"He was kind, generous, funny and helpful. Don and I miss our son's smile, laugh, hugs and generosity to family and others," Michele said. "Whenever Bart was home visiting or on the phone, we always told him "We love you, we miss you and are proud of you!" That is true forever and always."
Cpl Barton Humlhanz was 23 years old from Hellertown, Pennsylvania.
Original portrait was presented May 30th, 2017 to his mother and stepfather at a special event hosted by BD in New Jersey.
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ALBUQUERQUE (CN) — A teenage boy was shot in the chest at a party. As a friend tried to save him and called 911 for help, an Albuquerque firefighter hung up on her because she used a curse word, and the boy died, his parents say in a lawsuit against the firefighter.
Jaydon Chavez-Silver died at 17 after a drive-by shooting on June 26, 2015. As his friend Esperanza Quintero, also 17, tried to save him with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, she called 911, which connected her to medical dispatcher and Albuquerque firefighter Matthew Sanchez, Jaydon's parents say in the June 26 lawsuit in Bernalillo County Court.
In an audio recording of Quintero's 911 call, she alternates between answering Sanchez's questions and encouraging Jaydon to "stay with me."
When Sanchez asks Quintero a second time whether Jaydon is breathing, she replies: "He's barely breathing. How many times do I have to fucking tell you?"
In response, Sanchez says: "OK, you know what ma'am? You could deal with it yourself. I'm not gonna deal with this, OK?"
Quintero says: "No, my friend is dying …" and is cut off in mid-sentence as Sanchez hangs up.
In the following weeks, Sanchez was placed on administrative leave, then resigned. In an interview with KOAT-7 News, Quintero said Sanchez "should find something else to do, because helping people isn't for him."
Ronald Silver and Nicole Chavez, Jaydon's parents, sued only Chavez, accusing him of medical negligence and wrongful death: the intentional abandonment of a patient while acting in the scope of his duties. They say that Sanchez's hang-up cost their son "his last clear chance to be kept alive."
They seek damages for medical negligence and wrongful death, and costs of suit.
They are represented by Paul Kennedy in Albuquerque.
Dominic Conyers, now 21, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and shooting at an occupied dwelling, according to Albuquerque news reports. He was sentenced in May this year to 12 years in prison followed by 5 years of probation.
Nicholas Gonzales-Villasenor, 16, pleaded guilty in July 2016 to shooting at a dwelling or occupied dwelling, causing great bodily harm, and conspiracy, and was sentenced as a juvenile to 1 year in the custody of the Children, Youth and Families Department.
Esias Madrid, 20, is charged with first-degree murder and is to go to trial in September. Police said Chavez-Silver was not the intended target of the drive-by shooting.
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Hello all. Thanks for stopping by to read my blog. It's still a relatively new project, and a work in progress, but I'm having lots of fun with it and learning new things always.
I am at work on my second post about Captain Francis Irsch, and hope to have something up this weekend. I think this will end up being a 3-part series. In the meantime, if you'd like to explore the ground the 45th fought over at Gettysburg but can't get there yourself, there is an excellent series of video segments at the Gettysburg Daily site: here. Licensed Battlefield Guide Stuart Dempsey leads you on a detailed tour of the 11th Corps at Gettysburg. If you are particularly interested in the 45th, view parts 8 and 9, along with parts 24 and 25.
Speaking of links, I've put together a list of blogs I have taken a liking to off to the right side of the page. I will try to add to the list and keep it updated when I find other items of interest. Unfortunately Gettysburg Daily - one of my all-time favorites - no longer updates. However, I've chosen to keep it in the list since the archives have so much material to mine.
Thanks again for reading, and I look forward to reading any comments you might have!


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As a security company, cash flow is always a top concern. Whether it is the number of moderately delinquent accounts or the number of accounts that are more than reluctant to stay current, getting paid on time is probably one of the most frustrating aspects of running a business. With the tight margins most security companies have, those delinquent accounts can easily cause the business some serious problems.
Here are some advanced tips to help you keep your accounts current.
Provide Payment Options
Ask your customer, "How would you like to pay for that?" The more options you can offer, the more likely you will get paid in a timely manner. Consider offering various methods of payment, payment timing, and flexibility of payments such as autopay.
Remove all Friction from the Payment Process
Any extra steps that land on the customer is likely to slow down the payment process. Remember that once you mail an invoice it can go through numerous steps before it actually reaches the bill payer's hands. It must go from the mailbox and get read. The person must take action by getting an envelope and stamp and get it back to the mailbox for delivery. This can take many days and provides many opportunities for the invoice to all through the cracks. A faster, easier alternative is electronic invoicing.
Automate Your Payment Process
By using simple automated payment services (such as ItsPayd), you save time and money. These systems send automated email and text payment reminders so that fewer accounts become delinquent and delinquent accounts quickly get paid to date. Automated services eliminate the need for and cost of in-house collection staff.
Implement the Reward System
There will always be the customers that need a bit more encouragement. One way to provide that and improve customer relations is by offering a reward for timely payments.


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Refractory gun wardrobe 1500GNR with a mechanical code
Gun protection is of great importance because of sensitivities and requires precision and security. Hence, Kaveh Industrial Group has manufactured some military products for keeping guns and ammunition and protecting them against fire and theft.
As its name implies, a gun wardrobe is a product designed and manufactured for protecting guns against theft and fire. Gun wardrobes consist of a two-layer structure with 5 cm of mineral wool between them as an insulator that can resist heat up to 400°C. The door structure is also similar to other safes with 4 tabs on four sides.
Interior dimensions
- Height (mm)1720
- Width (mm)565
- Depth (mm)425
- Interior volume (m3)0.413
Exterior dimensions
- Height (mm)1850
- Width (mm)650
- Depth (mm)570
Other technical specifications
- Weight (kg)280
- Type and number of locksOne foldable key lock - One Taiwanese mechanical lock
- Number of stories2
- Number of doors1
- Number of tabs8
- Diameter of main tabs (mm)25
- StandardEuropean CE certification
- Fire-proofYes
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Two months ago, I've developed a contact reservation form in PHP. The form is really easily customizable and is straight forward to integrate.
I've developed the form for a small restaurant which was missing the feature on it's joomla based website in order to be able for restaurant clients to reserve tables.
Here is how my restaurant reservation form looks like:
Later on I found there are plenty of possibilities to easily make a reservation form in Joomla but at that time I had no idea that custom contact forms can be prepared with Joomla, so I developed my own one from scratch in plain PHP and MySQL.
The form's fields are in Dutch, because the form I've developed for a Dutch restaurant.
However changing the form text is really easy,to do so open the php file and modify it, according to your needs.
I decided to share here the reservation form in hope that it might be helpful to somebody out there.
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The Association des Radio Amateurs Tunisiens, ARAT, is pleased to announce that the Tunisian Ministry of Telecommunications has finally approved the law organizing amateur radio licensing in Tunisia.
It will now be possible for all Tunisian Hams to have their own individual licenses like all other hams in the world. It's been a long journey of hard work. Many thanks to all those who contributed.
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Women's Rugby Decimates Sherbrooke
Concordia 92
Sherbrooke 0
The ConU women's rugby Stingers did what was expected of them on Sunday at Loyola Campus, steamrolling over the Sherbrooke Vert et Or 92-0 and putting them within reach of a perfect season.
"The last two weeks have [provided] a good opportunity to see people play together," said Stingers head coach Graeme McGravie. "Even at 40-0 at halftime, I didn't think it was a 40-0 game. There were still lots of things that we weren't doing, that we had set out to do at the beginning of the week in practice, so we kept them [the starters] out there for an extra 10 minutes in the second."
All the Stingers have to do is overcome the Laval Rouge et Or and the McGill Martlets in their final two league games to post a 6-0-0 record. It won't be easy, however, as Laval is the only team that beat Concordia last year and was one point shy of tying the Stingers in their first encounter this year.
For the Vert et Or, Sunday's game against Concordia couldn't have come at a worse time. Many of Sherbrooke's players are currently injured, so head coach Jean-Michel Diorio was looking for his team to gain experience.
"You have to be realistic and consider the teams play two different levels of rugby. Our goal is to play every game and not give up before the end, and I think the girls did that today, even though the score indicates otherwise," said Diorio.
Among the long list of players who recorded tries on the weekend, center Jackie Tittley had another outstanding match for the Stingers, as she hit 11 of 14 converts and recorded two tries of her own.
Tittley's first try came in the 62nd minute as she charged down the middle and teammate Erika Hamilton provided her with a firm pass, which enabled Tittley to run unchallenged past the try line.
Concordia rookie Gifty Asare made her first appearance for the Stingers and ran 60 yards to open her account in the 73rd minute.
"Laval's our focus," said McGravie. "If we win that [game], then we know we're going to host a semifinal and a final, which would mean we could rest a little easier by knowing what the schedule's going to be going forward. If we lose to them, then our destiny will be in somebody else's hands and not our own."
The Stingers will visit Quebec City Oct. 10 for the game with the Rouge et Or.
This article originally appeared in Volume 31, Issue 08, published October 5, 2010.


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By Nehemiah D. Frank, founder, director, and executive editor
On February 4, a Tuesday evening at the U.S. Capitol, President Donald J. Trump delivered his fourth State of the Union Address (SOTU) to the 116th Congress and Nation just after 9 p.m. EST. The annual event televised live across communicative airways nationally. The majority of media outlets, large and small, described Trump's speech as having "reality show reveals." Candidly, I'm in full agreement with my media colleagues throughout the country.
Trump and his Republican associates have a history of using Black human props in efforts to pander to Black voters when it's convenient and crucial for them to win elections. To be fair — Democrats have partaken in this mischievous social scheme, too.
Pointedly, Trump knows he needs a portion of the Black vote to seal his ambitions of "four more years" in the White House. He has gone so far as to use iconic Black celebrities such as musical artist Kayne West, former professional basketball player Dennis Rodman, and boxing promoter Don King as a means of boosting his street cred among the Black community. I find it sickening and hope my people don't fall for his bullshit because the Republican Party doesn't own the school reform movement of today — people of color do.
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I've never trusted Trump before or during his presidency because of his controversial, dog-whistle, racist politicking.
So, when he says:
TrumpSOTU: "The next step forward in building an inclusive society is making sure that every young American gets a great education and the opportunity to achieve the American Dream."
I find it unbelievable merely by the lack of diversity represented in Trump's presidential cabinet and intern pool.
A political leader lacking that much diversity, with people seated in positions of power and influence who govern a nation that encompasses multiple ethnicities, couldn't possibly take a sincere interest in sharing power. Because that is the inevitable end with an educated populace.
Nevertheless, Trump continued his address.
TrumpSOTU: "Yet, for too long, countless American children have been trapped in failing government schools. To rescue these students, 18 States have created school choice in the form of Opportunity Scholarships. The programs are so popular that tens of thousands of students remain on waiting lists."
In full disclosure, I'm a supporter of great schools — be it traditionals, charters, or privates. I also believe that access to better educational opportunities is a civil right for Black, Brown, and poor kids facing barriers to upwardly mobile opportunities.
Trump and the Republican Party's position on school choice is probably the closest alignment I'll ever have with the Grand Old Party (GOP).
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Due to the lack of diversity, however, that the GOP presents while claiming to champion today's school choice movement, I can't trust a president or a political party that personifies a White savior complex. No matter how much studying they have partaken, Republicans nor Democrats can presume to know what my or another's communities' needs are unless we are at the table to heavily influence the policies that will inevitably affect our sphere's potential for generations.
Do I believe the educational market should be saturated with charter and private schools? No! Every child doesn't learn the same and shouldn't forcibly attend a school that he or she doesn't feel welcomed, supported, or nurtured; that can be traumatic for the child and a complete waste of time for all parties involved.
Meanwhile, pandering to African-American voters by seemingly exploiting a single Black mother and her Black child, Trump proceeded his speech, publicly awarding this Black scholar a tax-credit to the school of her family's choice.
I'm not quite sure how Secretary Besty DeVos defines educational freedom, but what I need her or the next Secretary of Education to do is fight for educational justice for Black and Brown children because that is what our communities need; that looks like funding and implementing policies that close academic gaps, addresses trauma, and thoroughly and accurately teaches Black and Brown kids about their rich cultural histories.
TrumpSOTU: "One of those students is Janiyah Davis, a fourth-grader from Philadelphia. Janiyah's mom Stephanie is a single parent."
I have to stop and interject to tell you that I cringed when Trump stated to the Nation that Janiyah's mother was a single parent because the public could visibly see that Stephanie was a Black woman. So why is this problematic? Black children carry a stigma of coming from fatherless homes.
As a former principal and teacher at a community-founded charter school, many of our families choosing school choice had fully intact two-parent households with Black fathers who were actively involved in their children's education. Because Trump's cabinet and social circle lack diversity, he inadvertently reinforced and echoed that racist stigma at his address.
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TrumpSOTU: "She would do anything to give her daughter a better future. But last year, that future was put further out of reach when Pennsylvania's Governor vetoed legislation to expand school choice for 50,000 children. Janiyah and Stephanie are in the gallery this evening. But there is more to their story. Janiyah, I am pleased to inform you that your long wait is over. I can proudly announce tonight that an Opportunity Scholarship has become available, it is going to you, and you will soon be heading to the school of your choice! Now, I call on the Congress to give 1 million American children the same opportunity Janiyah has just received."
While teacher unions and many Democrats fear that Republicans are trying to destroy traditional public education by claiming today's school choice movement, I worry less about parents' choices and more about who are the 1 million American children Trump is referencing?
Having listened and reviewed the President's SOTU transcript, he never dug beneath surface into the racial tension that continues bursting through America's stitches; and as these excerpts relate to education, how Black and Brown children continue to perform academically behind their White American classmates in the double digits and even in progressive cities. When it actually comes down to implementing diversity and inclusive practices, both political parties still have work to do, especially the Republicans.
Hence, high-quality education in American schools will never be accessible, equitable, and equal for Black and Brown children until this Nation discusses, identifies, faces, and collectively plays a role in dismantling the culture of White Supremacy. Until that happens, Black and Brown families will continue to be tossed around in the washing machine of American politics.
Nehemiah D. Frank is the founder, executive editor, and director of The Black Wall Street Times, a digital news media company that believes access is the new civil right. He graduated with a general studies degree from Harold Washington College in Chicago, IL, and a political science degree from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and was a member and chapter president of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society. Today, he is a blogger for Education Post, based in Chicago, IL, and a board member for the Tulsa World, Tulsa Press Club, and Opportunity Tulsa. Other than the Black Wall Street Times, Frank's work has been featured in Time Magazine, the Tulsa World, Education Post, Citizens Ed, and many other publications. He is also a public school educator at a local community-led charter school and is a member of Superintendent Joy Hofmeister's Education Task Force for Equity and Inclusion. In 2017, Frank became a Terence Crutcher Foundation honoree, a recipient of the 2017 METCares Foundation Community Impact Award, a 2018 Black Educators Fellow and gave a TED Talk at the University of Tulsa.


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A Professional Chef's 5 Secrets to Poaching an Egg Perfectly
Thanks to these pro tips, poached eggs are no longer as intimidating as you thought.
5 secrets to making the perfect poached eggs every time
Poached eggs are the holy grail of breakfast. They are way more impressive than the typical fried egg and elevate plain avocado toast to something Insta-worthy.
Making a poached egg sounds easy enough: just plop an egg into hot water and let the water do the work. The problem is, poached eggs can be frustratingly finicky. If you aren't careful, you could end up with a soupy mess instead of the pretty egg you had in mind. Follow these tricks, straight from a chef, for the perfect poached eggs every time:
1. Wait to buy your eggs
Hard-boiled eggs are best when a bit older because they're easier to peel, but the opposite is true with poached eggs. Eggs from the back of the fridge might start falling apart in the pot, says Melissa Joulwan, author of cookbook Well Fed Weeknights: Complete Paleo Meals in 45 Minutes or Less. Poached eggs are better the fresher they are, so buy a fresh dozen today for tomorrow's brunch, she says.
2. Don't overfill the pot
Instead of filling your pot with water, stick with just two or three inches of water, says Joulwan. "You don't want the eggs to have a ton of room to move around and bounce to the bottom of the pot," she says. "The whites will drift away from the yolk, and you'll end up with what looks like egg drop soup."
3. Get the water just right
Before you start heating the water, add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar for more acidity. "That helps the eggs come together quickly and prevents them from getting wispy," says Joulwan. Bring the water to a boil, then take the temperature back down to a simmer before dropping in the eggs from a teacup or ladle. A rolling boil could break your eggs apart, but a simmer will still be hot enough to cook them.
4. Don't plop it right on the plate
Timing is everything with poached eggs, so pay close attention to the timer before you even think about taking them out of the water. A runny yolk needs four minutes in the pot—just 30 seconds more and the yolk will be a bit thicker. Keep it in for five minutes if you prefer a gelled, custardy yolk, says Joulwan. Once it's ready, use a slotted spoon to remove the water. Before plating it, set the cooked egg on a paper towel. "Gently pat to get the excess water off it so when you put it on the toast or English muffin, it's not all waterlogged," says Joulwan.
5. Cook for a crowd
Never try poaching more than two or three eggs in the same pot, says Joulwan. Not only will they bump into each other, but having more eggs in will bring the water temperature down and affect the delicate cooking time, says Joulwan. If you're cooking for a crowd—or just want a more relaxing, reliable cooking method—use the oven instead, she says. Put a tablespoon of water in each cup of a muffin tray, then gently crack an egg in each section. Preheat your oven to 350°F, then slide the tray in. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes to keep the insides runny, or 14 to 15 minutes for firmer yolks. "It's really easy, super reliable, and more relaxing on a weekend morning," says Joulwan.


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There are a multitude of questions that you have to ask yourself. How you integrate, where and how your product is stored, where you store it, how you store it and how you pick it all have an impact on the efficiency of your system. Whether you choose to store whole pallets, cases or pieces should be analyzed by someone who canrecommend the best option. And how you pick those SKU's all need to be looked at closely. In addition, you maybe able to discover efficiency by storing different SKU's in different ways.
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Is there a conditional that can be added to the current spectator plugin that would allow admins to NOT be listed in the box of who's spectating who (or if admins can just disable it when going undercover)? If so, does anyone else like this idea?
This modification would make it easier for admins and undercover admins to not be detected or given away when spectating players who are suspicious of hacking/glitching/exploiting/etc.


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The Tech
It 's been just over eight months since the release of the updated C300 camera the C300 MkII and almost five years since Vincent Laforet shot Mobius with a pre-production C300. In a landscape dominated by self-shooters and the continued rise of internet video, the C300 perhaps surprisingly like it 's forefather the 5DMkII came to become a solid staple of broadcast / reality production, independent film and online content. In fact, it became the most hired camera in Great Britain, so when I was offered the opportunity to shoot for two weeks with the MkII on a job and review the camera for KitPlus, I was keen to really get to grips with the new offering.
The recent announcement that the camera had been given EBU certification for Tier 1 HD and Tier 2 UHD classification is hoped to silence the web 's doubters and naysayers, some of whom have contested the 15 stops of dynamic range that Canon claimed back in October 2015. The EBU certification supports this claim when shooting in Canon Log 2 Gamma. With that caveat in mind, this review is not about debating the cameras dynamic range, colour science and so forth, but it is about the key thing that matters to a camera operator, director of photography, self-shooter and producer alike - the results you can achieve and the experience in getting to those results. I used the camera for shooting a series of films for a corporate client which will be screened at a major awards ceremony in London and then released on YouTube.
Now, despite this destination for the final work, I am always keen to shoot at, or close to, the maximum resolution settings possible. Who wouldn 't try to get the best out of the new 8.85MP Super 35mm CMOS sensor? I set the camera to record Canon Log 2 3840 X 2160 25p in 422 10 Bit, and also revelled in the ability to record simultaneous proxy HD 420 35mbps files to SDHC card. I shot this job as a self-shooter with little or no assistance in operating camera, lighting, sound and movement kit. Personally, I think this is a great test for the camera as it 's a situation that pushes an individual. You need a tool in that situation that you can rely on, that is familiar, that is simple to rig and to operate. A great deal of the production work that the MkII will be used for, will be of this nature.
When you pick up the camera for the first time you immediately notice it 's become a little heavier - due in part to the new die cast body which results in a slightly steadier handled image. It feels well made and stronger in the hands. The new body allows for repositioning of circuit boards and integration of the fan cooling system, which is fairly quiet and can be set through the menu to your preference. I found no need to alter the factory fan settings during two weeks shooting. A plethora of custom keys (22 in total) are found around the body where you can provide access to common functions, however most of them are already there on the C300 MkII. I was shooting mainly with a 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM. Possibly the most common lens to accompany the camera. Design wise, other key improvements are; new handle design with solid top cheese plate, the audio and video cables are now detachable from the (brighter) LCD monitor and audio unit, the ND filter system is now variable with up to 10 stops, a very useful on board microphone for recording scratch audio, and finally, and definitely most curious - dual pixel auto-focus and lens integration.
Overall the ergonomics are pretty much the same as the MkI: there is a new battery system and a 4-pin lemo 14.7v input on the back of the camera. There is an increased processing power, developed from the processing system off the C500, and the ability to crop in the sensor at 2K. This can be used to achieve higher frame rates. You can shoot HD, UHD, and 4K (including RAW output) in various flavours and bit rates. All of the aforementioned qualities are rounded off by quicker servicing and the possibility of swapping your EF mount to a PL. Technically speaking on paper (given the certification) the C300 MkII offers us HDR, better build quality and more flattering images than the predecessor. But the key question for me is where the camera actually sits in comparison to other options? One that I 'll return to later in the article.
The Experience
Excuse the metaphor but it 's like going out for dinner with an old friend who you haven't seen for a while, you pick up exactly where you left off but your friend is now better dressed and successful. In truth there 's not much I don 't like about the C300 MkII. For the most part it 's the perfect camera for a single shooter, but it 's also got a lot more to offer than that. I know it will be incredibly popular because the images you can achieve are beautiful, but there are some slight things I hope will change when Canon release another 4K system. Most all of my critical comments relate to the form factor. Now this is a somewhat contentious point because you could also argue that the camera has an amazing form factor in that it can be adopted to be big or small, drama or doco, handheld from the hip, shoulder or gimbal, gryo or drone. But from a pure shooting perspective here 's what I 've found:
- The top handle and the LCD mounting system are still not strong enough for the price tag. The mounting options are improved but there are better third party solutions out there. A few weeks ago I shot with a MkII with the Arri top plate from Genesis Plus Hire and it 's a much more robust solution, that allows more options in terms of where you position the LCD and rigging other accessories. The same goes for the microphone bracket, these are going to break (but should be easily replaceable).
- Higher frame rates in UHD. It 's not an absolute game changer because ask yourself do you really need 100fps? But keep in mind it has to compete with other cameras that can do this so for some this will be a negative.
- I 'd like to be able to view a Vectorscope and also change the position of the Waveform monitor on the LCD, it 's stuck on the right hand side which is a nuisance when you 're shooting an interviewee on the right of frame.
Now I want to talk about the feature that has probably blown me away the most after the skin tones and images from the new sensor. The single most impressive and also useful feature for me, was the dual pixel auto-focus. Now this is an odd one, when I first heard about it my instant reaction was 'what a gimmick '. It 's a cardinal sin that goes against everything you 've ever been taught to use autofocus as a camera operator, but trust me, it is no gimmick. I used the C300 MkII on the Steadicam Scout without a focus puller and so it was the perfect test bed for the auto-focus system. The camera is ideally suited to the Scout, sitting right in the middle of the load range (up to 8 Kilos.) Having used the feature in a real world scenario for a good few days now, I can honestly say I am confident using it. It is even possible to predict how it is going to behave and use it to do focus throws from an object close to you to a group of people far away in the back of the shot.
The place in the camera arsenal
Without a shadow of a doubt the camera is going to be extremely popular amongst a wide array of people and productions. For me, it trumps the images that are achievable out of the Sony FS7 by a considerable stretch (not to mention out of the box timecode and genlock and the 4K RAW output). At the point of writing I 've not actually done the post on the work that I shot and I can 't include the real world images just yet because they are not for public release until July. For those who are interested then please check my website or follow me on Twitter @SherriffHD and I 'll be posting links when the films are in the public domain. The majority of the production is interviews peppered with some GVs and B Roll. I think it 's the perfect camera for this type of work. You want shallow DOF, a natural and highly malleable image, together with great audio quality and integration. You want the ability to shoot UHD and 4K and have simultaneous on board proxy recording.
For high-end corporate work, web based work and clearly for broadcast with the new EBU certification the C300 MkII is a great option, but if you want the Canon colours and look it could equally be applied to drama or independent film. For me it comes down to individual budgets, needs and requirements. I frequently hire in kit specific to the budget and the job I am working on. If I am going to shoot on EF lenses and the budget is limited then hire fees for the C300 MkII are basically the same as the FS7 or C300 MkI so I think it 's going to be just as popular as the MkI. Producers also like the familiarity of the C300 - it 's taken the FS7 much longer to become adopted by production because of this fact and the MKI C300 is still a very valid production tool. I expect that the MkII will also be much hired by independents, and think that it 's real advantage is the versatility of options it offers from data rates to multi-camera scenarios, and 4K RAW output.
With the REC 2020 integration and the choice of various gamma and dynamic range options, it strikes me that Canon have really provided a solution that will have a similar longevity as its predecessor. I anticipate that it will be valid for the next three years at least. However, where does it sit in relation to Sony 's F55, the Arri Amira and Panasonic 's new VariCam range? Well it 's more affordable than these cameras and definitely not a million miles away in terms of the sensor quality and the image. I 'd personally love to see Canon release a camera comparable in form to these other systems. That said, the C300 MkII is of course super configurable and the image is striking. This is what it comes down to for me. The image. I don 't mind the few shortcomings. Canon have concentrated on the image, the quality of the pictures and integration with their real strong suite - the lenses they manufacture. In this sense I can only imagine it 's going to continue to increase in popularity and it will be requested on productions more and more over the coming year. Canon 's new kid on the block is here, it 's gaining converts, certification and firmware updates and if you haven 't had the opportunity to try it for yourself, I strongly recommend you do so.
Let 's not forget Canon ignited a revolution with the 5D MkII and you 'd be foolish not to find out what the C300 MkII can achieve off the back of the past eight years in sensor and processing development. Pick one up and shoot, it 's pretty clear.


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Cleaner than electric? Mazda talks up gasoline engine fuel economy ambitions for SkyActiv 2
(Phys.org) —Auto-focused sites are buzzing over a recent report in Autocar, reporting Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda's future gasoline engine technology, which will reduce carbon dioxide emissions below the amount generated to power electric cars.
As Geek.com noted, while electric cars do not pump out CO2 as they travel, they have a carbon footprint created when the electric power they run on is produced. Though not due for some years to come, the very idea of a gasoline engine efficient enough to release less carbon dioxide than an electric car was tantalizing enough to make the numerous blog and car site headlines. Specifically, the spotlight is on advances in Mazda's SkyActiv engine technology. Mark Tisshaw, writing in Autocar, said "So efficient is its latest internal combustion engine technology, the Japanese firm claims that it could even eclipse pure electric cars for well-to-wheel CO2 emissions, without adding expensive and heavy hybrid or plug-in hybrid components."
At Mazda, the engine of the future is called the SkyActiv-G Generation 2, a follow-up to Mazda's SkyActiv-G Generation 1. For SkyActiv-G Generation 2, Mazda will adopt homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) and an even higher compression ratio of 18:1 over SkyActiv-G Generation 1 high compression ratio of 14:1. Mazda said on its site that increasing the compression ratio considerably improves thermal efficiency. According to Autocar, it is likely SkyActiv-G Generation 2 technology could arrive in production before the decade is out..
For SkyActiv-G Generation 2, Mazda will adopt homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) and the higher compression ratio of 18:1. Autocar said The HCCI system works in a way similar to a diesel engine, using piston compression rather than a spark plug to ignite the mixture in the chamber.
Automotive News explained how HCCI "compresses the fuel-air mixture to such a high pressure and temperature that it ignites by itself without requiring a spark, similar to the way a diesel engine operates."
That Mazda had ambitious plans for a generation of engines in years to come that could achieve 30 percent better fuel economy than the current line of Skyactiv engines was already evident back in January this year, when Mitsuo Hitomi, in charge of powertrain development, spoke at Mazda's Yokohama technical center. Discussing goals, Hitomi said Skyactiv 2 will focus on improved internal combustion "If we want to dramatically improve fuel economy from here, the only route is through lean burning," Hitomi referred also to plans for a Skyactiv 3 lineup in the future that may help Mazda comply with 2025 emissions targets.
More information: www.mazda.com/technology/skyactiv/engine/
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Legal Standing for Animals and Advocates
26 Pages Posted: 15 Jun 2009 Last revised: 1 Feb 2012
Date Written: June 13, 2009
For animal advocates, one of the most significant barriers to the courtroom is standing. In order to litigate on behalf of an animal's interests in federal court, the advocate must first establish standing by meeting three requirements: (1) the plaintiff must have suffered an injury in fact, (2) the injury must be causally connected to the act about which the plaintiff is complaining, and (3) the court must be able to redress the injury. When it comes to non-human animals, how does an advocate demonstrate an injury to establish standing? In this panel, experts in animal litigation discuss the concept of establishing legal standing for animals and animal advocates; the panelists' own experiences, including specific cases and creative methods used; and the future of legal standing for animals.
Keywords: Animal Law, animals, standing, litigation
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In 1988, the idea of building a museum to showcase the history of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) was first mooted. This idea later evolved into the concept of the S'pore Discovery Centre (SDC).
However, SDC is not merely an educational tool for the SAF. It is a platform – one that provides plenty for Singaporeans to think about and helps them prepare for future challenges.
In October 1992, MINDEF approved the setting up of SDC at the cost of S$70 million.
Located on the grounds of the SAFTI Military Institute, Mitchell Giurgola & Throp Architects developed the architectural design for SDC. Previous buildings by these architects include the SAFTI Military Institute and the Australian Parliament House.
SDC was officially opened by then President Ong Teng Cheong on 23 November 1996.
In 1999, SDC started a review of the Centre to change from a historical to an issue-based orientation.
In 2001, Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA) was selected as the design consultants for the project. RAA are planners, designers and producers of museum exhibitions, visitor centres and educational environments. They are behind many famous institutions such as the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC and the National Constitution Centre in Philadelphia.
A presentation was made to the Singapore Totalisator Board in 2002 and a grant of S$25 million was approved. Redevelopment work started in December 2002.


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You're moving into a new home or having a new home built. It doesn't have a heating system in place yet, and you have many options to choose from when it comes to selecting the type of heater to install. The standard home heating system uses forced air, such as a furnace or a heat pump. But you can also go with a hydronic heating system, such as a boiler, that circulates heated water through pipes to terminal points (radiators, baseboard heaters) rather than through heated air sent through a ventilation system.
If you're considering a boiler as your new home's heating system, consider some of these advantages:
- Energy savings: Water is a better medium for heat transference than air, and that means a boiler will need to run less often than a furnace or heat pump to provide comfort. You can expect to save money with a boiler compared to a forced-air heater.
- Longevity: A boiler contains fewer mechanical parts that will wear down over time than furnaces and heat pumps. This not only means a boiler will experience a smaller number of repairs, but it also means a long system life—and more time to enjoy those energy savings.
- Even spread of heat: The radiant heating that comes from boilers—whether of a radiator, baseboard heater, or flooring—spreads evenly through space to provide faster and more comfortable warmth than that from a forced-air system.
- Quiet operation: Boilers will reduce the noise pollution in your home with their quiet operation.
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In the future, America is a dystopian wasteland. The latest scourge is Ma-Ma, a prostitute-turned-drug pusher with a dangerous new drug and aims to take over the city. The only possibility of stopping her is an elite group of urban police called Judges, who combine the duties of judge, jury and executioner to deliver a brutal brand of swift justice. But even the top-ranking Judge, Dredd, discovers that taking down Ma-Ma isn't as easy as it seems in this explosive adaptation of the hugely popular comic series.
Views: 47
Genre: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi, Science Fiction
Director: Julia Chiavetta, Pete Travis, Vinca Cox
Actors: Andile Mngadi, Emma Breschi, Jason Cope, Karl Urban, Lena Headey, Olivia Thirlby, Porteus Xandau, Rachel Wood, Rakie Ayola, Tamer Burjaq, Warrick Grier
Duration: 95
Release: 2012
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The children at Holland House are very excited about our termly Governor Awards.
- The Governors at Holland House have purchased special trophies to present to the children nominated for this special award each term.
- We hold a special assembly each term where parents of the award winners are invited to attend and share in our celebrations and to hear the reasons why their child has been chosen to receive it.
- Our school Governors also attend the special assemblies and present the trophies and certificates to the children.
Come and see our Award Book in the Foyer, where there are photographs of the children who have received the award and the reasons why they were chosen.
Please scroll down to see some of the
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Progress continues on Dream Chaser space plane
Over the last several weeks, Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) released a number of updates regarding its progress on the Dream Chaser space plane ranging from the completion of a NASA development milestone to an updated color scheme.
Dream Chaser is one of three vehicles planned to resupply the International Space Station in NASA's second phase for the agency's Commercial Resupply Services contract, also called CRS2. The other two are SpaceX's Dragon capsule and Northrop Grumman's Cygnus spacecraft.
However, Dream Chaser is still in development. Possibly the most visible aspect of SNC's updates over the last month or so is that the body assembly, or pressure vessel, for the first flight vehicle is in the final stages of fabrication. It is being built by Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, among other subcontractors.
According to the video, the pressure vessel integrates "nearly 150 parts using state-of-the-art joining technology and more than 1/4-mile of advanced 3D-woven preforms."
Once completed and at SNC's facility in Louisville, Colorado, the company said it will be further integrated into the Dream Chaser spacecraft, which will include heat shielding, reaction control systems, and other components required for a mission to resupply the ISS. The design initially featured black, heat-absorbing tiles all over its surface.
As far as its development schedule is concerned, on March 21, 2019, SNC recently completed NASA's Integrated Review Milestone 5 (IR5).
The main aspect of the milestone tests was to provide a dress rehearsal of sorts for the Dream Chaser's main systems, as well as provide simulation for Dream Chaser's Mission Control. These tests were accomplished at SNC facilities in Louisville, Colorado, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
"This milestone is a great accomplishment for the team focused on operations development and demonstration," John Curry, a program director with SNC, said in a news release at the time. "It shows we can operate the Dream Chaser from the ground, including getting critical science in and out of the vehicle."
More recently, SNC announced changes to the vehicles look. On April 7, 2019, the company said it was adding more white tiles in between the black tiles in order to reflect heat. The goal is to maintain a temperature between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit (18 and 30 degrees Celsius) during re-entry.
Dream Chaser's development has been ongoing for a while. It was initially a finalist for use in NASA's Commercial Crew Program before the space agency ultimately selected SpaceX's Crew Dragon and Boeing's CST-100 Starliner in 2014.
Also in 2014, NASA began searching for companies to fulfill CRS2 missions to the ISS. Several companies submitted proposals including Boeing, SpaceX and Sierra Nevada Corporation.
SNC proposed a cargo variant of its Dream Chaser and was ultimately awarded a contract in 2016 to fly six resupply missions to the ISS.
With the successful completion of IR5, the company said it is tracking to fly its first cargo mission by 2021. It will fly atop an Atlas V rocket and has foldable wings that allows it to fit inside the booster's payload fairing. It is also expected to include an expendable cargo module at the back of the space plane that can support external payloads.
In general, CRS2 missions, which also include SpaceX's Dragon capsules and Northrop Grumman's Cygnus spacecraft, are slated to begin in 2019 with the NG-12 Cygnus mission and last until at least 2024.
Video courtesy of Sierra Nevada Corporation
Cullen Desforges
Having a life-long interest in crewed space flight, Desforges' passion materialized on a family vacation in 1999 when he was able see the launch of Space Shuttle Discovery on STS-96. Since then, Desforges has been an enthusiast of space exploration efforts. He lived in Orlando, Florida for a year, during which time he had the opportunity to witness the flights of the historic CRS-4 and EFT-1 missions in person at Cape Canaveral. He earned his Private Pilot Certificate in 2017, holds a degree in Aviation Management, and currently works as an Operations Analyst in the aviation industry in Georgia.


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Memory Verse:
Though we were suppose to be on "Letter P", we switched with "Letter I" back in week nine.
Parker listened to the "Letter I" verse from his Sing the Word CD, traced his Bible Memory verse using our G-M Bible Verse Printable Pack.
We cut it apart like a puzzle and he added it to his Bible verse lapbook.
This week we read about factories and how people lived during that time. We read about the wealthy factory owner's dinner parties.
We even folded our napkin "fancy" just like the book instructed!
This week was all about the "Letter J" and Parker continued his usual letter of the week activities.
We even added a "J is for Jawa" character in his ABC lapbook!
Christmas CVC Spelling:
This week we worked on both the starting and ending sounds using our CVC Christmas printable.
Earlier in the week, he spelled a few CVC cards on a tray.
Later in the week he worked on all the cards I set out. He's really good at sounding out each letter!
Listening – Simon Says:
We continued our listening game with another round of Simon Says. The boys LOVE action breaks!
Big sister even joined us near the end….LOVE their enthusiasm!
Phonics – Ending Sound State Game:
Our Language and Thinking manual instructed us to play a game where we had to name something then grab the ending sound and think of a NEW word that started with that sound.
We brought out our Melissa and Doug US State Placemats and started with a state that starts with A (I'm pretty sure Parker is sounding out "Alabama").
Listening – CLUES & Adjectives:
I brought out our little felt Christmas tree and placed all the ornaments on the table. We played a festive game of "Christmas Clues". The rules were simple…choose an ornament, say a clue (an adjective to describe it), and give everyone a chance to guess it. The person who guesses it, goes next.
We played this game until all the ornaments were on the tree!
Creative Writing:
This week Parker needed to pick one of our family's Christmas traditions and write about it.
He made a list of our family traditions and chose to write about how we decorate our tree.
Phonics – Ending Sound:
We brought out our picture cards from our Christmas Penguin Alphabet Pack and some magnetic letters. I instructed Parker to listen for the ending sound.
He did a great job! He even figured out the tricky silent "e" in apple. Great job Parks!
We continued our side work on math facts. This week we tackled "doubles plus one". I created a Christmas Cookie themed "Doubles Plus One" math facts pack. for him to use.
I instructed Parker to take the smaller number and double it plus one.
He did a great job matching up the "hot cocoa answers" to the "Christmas cookie equations".
I had Jordan work on matching up the Christmas Penguins – Sums of Tens equation and answer cards. This was a great break from his usual math drills.
This week we learned about plants and seeds. I brought out our seed cards (from Counting Coconuts) and presented them in a basket.
We brought out our seeds while reading through the science lesson.
After answering our science questions, the boys took turns matching the seeds and cards.
This week we worked on learning how to properly wash dishes. I made sure we had an assortment of dishes to wash.
Parker squeezed in some soap and we filled up the sink with sudsy water. I brought out our tower, put on his apron, and he got to work.
What an adorable dish washer! He told me he wanted to do this again!
We had a fun this week and we're looking forward to another wonderful week of learning before Christmas break!


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Wednesday, December 2, 2015
The tree farm
Posted by Just A Family at 3:10 PM
2 comments:
- Renata said...
Beautiful photos! Such a lovely family you have Robin!
I love the idea of a fresh Christmas tree!
Have a wonderful, blessed Christmas!
- December 2, 2015 at 8:28 PM
Motherhood in Life is very hard, but after the moment when you see your baby smile you understand what is real happiness!Great blog, and thank you for your post!God bless you and your family!
- March 28, 2016 at 3:02 AM
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Only Hire A Licensed Drone Pilot!
To commercially operate a drone the pilot must be FAA certified & licensed. And insured. Period.
In the industry that's known as having a Part 107 license. Not only am I licensed under the FAA Small Unmanned Aircraft Regulations (Part 107) , I have full liability insurance coverage for all of my operations in the air.
What's the big deal, Rich? So what if I hire an unlicensed drone pilot? Who's going to get hurt? Well, specifically you! If someone is caught without a license and flying a drone for commercial purposes, that person can be liable for an $1100 fine from the FAA. For each incident.
But, you as the person who hired the unlicensed drone pilot can be responsible for an $11,000 fine! Yes the fine for hiring an unlicensed drone pilot is ten times the amount that the pilot gets charged with.
This also applies to those who fly their own drones for their own business. I couldn't use any drone footage of my listings until I was properly licensed to do so. Those are the rules.
Look At All Of The Liabilities Of Hiring An Unlicensed Drone Pilot:
Not only will the pilot get a fine for operating a drone without a license, but you will as well. There are fines for both commercial and recreational drone violations. The drone must be registered with the FAA. Civil fines can reach $27,000 while criminal fines as much as $250,000. Licensed drone pilots have insurance to assume this liability, relieving you of this risk.
If something goes wrong and the pilot causes property damage, you could be held liable for any damage or injury. Licensed drone pilots have liability insurance which will cover unexpected events.
A licensed drone pilot understands the laws and rules regarding the privacy rights of those in the drone's view. They know what they can and cannot record and follow the guidelines set forth in the FAA Best Practices.
What Should You Do When Hiring A Drone Pilot:
1) Ask to see the pilot's FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (drone license), and whether they hold any other FAA licenses. If they are unlicensed, find another pilot.
2) Ask the pilot for a Certificate of Insurance (COI). If the job is large, complex, or otherwise high risk, it is not unreasonable to ask to be listed as an Additional Insured.
3) Ask the pilot whether he/she will require any Part 107 Waiver(s) to complete the job. These waivers include flights in controlled airspace, nighttime operations, operations over people, and several other restrictions. While the process is getting better, some waivers can still take up to 90+ days to get approved so it is important to know ahead of time if they will be necessary. (LAANC is speeding this up but is only available in some areas right now.)
4) Ask the pilot about their safety and experience. How long have they been in business? Have they ever had an incident on a job? Do they have backup equipment if there is a failure? Do they fly with a Visual Observer? A good Drone Pilot should be able (and willing) to answer any safety-related questions you may have.


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Yesterday on her SiriusXM radio show "Dirty, Sexy, Funny," noted anti-vaxxer Jenny McCarthy voiced her displeasure in learning that her former Two and a Half Men co-star Charlie Sheen is HIV-positive. McCarthy, who appeared in eight episodes of the show from 2007 to 2011 as one of Sheen's love interests, was confused as to why actors are required to disclose if they have cold sores before filming, but not HIV. That would be because of science, which she seemed to acknowledge then brush aside in the same breath.
"I look back and I'm like, 'Okay, that would have been some valuable information.' Look how many people have played his love interest on the show," she said. "I mean, not that you can obviously get it through kissing, but still that's a big deal."
If it's obvious that you can't transmit HIV by kissing, then why is it a big deal?
Never mind that the last episode in which McCarthy appeared alongside Sheen aired in December 2010, and Sheen's rep told People that the actor was diagnosed with HIV in 2011, "long after" he left the show. No, McCarthy still feels wronged. "Playing his love interest on the show, even back in the day, I go, 'Ick! Ugh! That's not fair. It's scary.' I have sympathy for him because, you know, he's sick and it's awful, but, man, he's going to have some major accountability with many people in his life."
Jenny McCarthy: Please return to your home on Misinformation Island, posthaste.


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Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh Fort stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills, overlooking the pink city of Jaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The view of the city from the fort is impressive. Along with Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh once formed a strong defence ring for the city. The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh, but it became known as Nahargarh, which means 'abode of tigers'. The popular belief is that Nahar here stands for Nahar Singh Bhomia, whose spirit haunted the place and obstructed construction of the fort.[2] Nahar's spirit was pacified by building a temple in his memory within the fort, which thus became known by his name.
Suuctu Waterfall
A fascinating resort area to visit during the weekends especially for those from Istanbul and Balikesir, actually called as Suuctu and connected to a road for 13 km to Tumbuldek thermal waters. Suuctu Waterfall's width is about 30 meters in winters, which may reach to 50 meters by reason of flood, also meet the drinking water requirements of the Mustafakemalpasa residents. Suuctu Waterfall is a natural paradise surrounded by beech, oak and pine trees.


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Week 13
November 15th, 2015
Week 13 Tuesday
Drawing on David Staley, Theibault makes a distinction between two different uses of visualizations: as a means of quickly identifying patterns and as a way to make an argument or craft a narrative. As of now, we have focused largely visualizations used in the first sense. This week we will reflect critically on using visualizations to construct multimodal arguments and narratives.
Re: Reading and Exploration Assignments:
- Read Theibault's "Visualizations and Historical Arguments" and consider: What qualities should a visualization have to make effective arguments?
- Theibault speaks of the issue of "rhetorical honesty." Read Monmonier's "Lying with Maps" and explore the websites listed in Set A. Explain what "rhetorical honesty" means in mapping. Reflect on how we should use visualizations in constructing an argument.
- Explore one or more of the websites listed in Set B. All of these sites integrate mapping as an element of the arguments / narratives they develop. What argument / narrative does the site you explore develop? What role does mapping play in it? What problems, if any, have you found in the way mapping is used?
- Student Presentations:
- Presenters today are Talia (Spatial History Project @ Stanford), Elise (Hypercities), and Cenjay (Visualizing Emancipation and Learning about the Holocaust ("Holocaust and Related Maps" section). Please give a 5-minute demonstration on the assigned website.
Getting Prepared for the Lab:
- Download the Public (free) version of Tableau Desktop from here. Install it on your computer.
Week 13 Thursday
Re: Reading and Exploration Assignments:
- Both Hitchcock and Bodenhamer express some concerns over the use of digital technologies in the humanities. What are their concerns? According to them, how should humanists address these concerns?
- Explore the assigned websites. Have these sites successfully addressed the concerns raised by Hitchcock and Bodenhamer?
Getting Prepared for the Lab:
- None.


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I'll have some of whatever he's having, if it makes you feel that good about yourself: Paul Ryan, having a Dunkirk moment as Republicans begin to retreat on his Medicare scheme, tells the National Journal:
"This is a Churchillian-type of moment in history," Ryan told National Journal. "The polls are predictable. They are regrettable. But this is a unique time in our history. We can't go wobbly."
Good grief! But it gets worse.
Winston Churchill carries a dual metaphorical meaning for conservatives. They invoke him as someone who was politically scorned and isolated for warning of a foreseeable but underappreciated danger--Adolf Hitler. They also see Churchill as indefatigable and heroic in summoning British grit, perseverance, and tenacity in the face of the Nazi blitz. Many Americans revere Churchill for these same qualities, and the adoration is by no means uniquely Republican.But Republicans claim Churchill more frequently than Democrats.
Ryan's reference to "wobbly" is straight from the Iron Lady--former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher--who famously told President George H.W. Bush after the United Nations approved a resolution enforcing an embargo on Iraq that "this was no time to go wobbly … and we must not let the faint hearts grow in strength." Ryan, in essence, intends to be Churchill and Thatcher as the debate over Medicare's future intensifies.
And Ryan thinks this is his moment. "I was made and wired for this type of thing," he said in an interview from his Capitol office late Thursday. "We are on the right side of history. We are ready. I talked to at least 100 Republican members in the last two days. They all told me, 'We gotta go, we've got to defend this.' They are not queasy. They They are all saying, 'Put me in coach.' Our members are comfortable."
How do you spell Ryan? H-u-b-r-i-s.


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The first aim of this study is to clarify the role of alpha1-and alpha2-adrenoceptor (AR) in the peripheral arteriole of rats with congestive heart failure (CHF). CHF was induced in WKY rats by left anterior coronary artery ligation. Sham-operated rats served as a control. An arteriole (phi100um) was dissected out from the cremaster and was inserted glass micropippettes from both ends, and was perfused by Krebs solution in tissue bath 4 weeks after operation. We evaluated responses in the arterioles from CHF rats to alpha1-agonists (phenylphrine : PE) and alpha2-agonists (UK-14,304 : UK), compared with those of a control. Concentration-response curves (CRC) to PE in CHF was shifted to the right compared with a control (EC_<50> ; CHF : 0.97uM,cont. : 0.30uM). Maximal contraction to PE was increased in CHF compared with a control (vs cont ; 142%). CRC to UK in CHF was shifted to the left compared with a control (EC_<50> ; CHF : 0.05uM,cont. : 0.26uM). Maximal contraction to UK was decreased in CHF compared with a control (vs cont. ; 76%). Our data shows that in CHF,maximal arteriole constriction of alpha1-AR increased but the affinity of alpha1-AR decreased, in contrast, maximal arteriole constriction of alpha2-AR decreased but the affinity of alpha2-AR increased. alpha1-and alpha2-AR may play the different roles in the regulation of the peripheral arteriolar responses in CHF.The second goal of this study is to test the mechanism of the alteration of alpha2 arteriole constriction in CHF.The CRCs of Bay K-8644, L-type voltage-dependent Ca^<2+> channel (VDCC) agonist, were tested CHF and control rats. There was no significant difference between two groups. This date suggest that alpha2 arteriole constriction was altered in CHF through mechanism that involve between alpha2-AR and VDCC.
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Quaderns – Guerrilla interview #10 | San Rocco – Kersten Geers, Pier Paolo Tamburelli, Giovanni Piovene
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Our friends from San Rocco has recently been awarded with the Icon Award Emerging architect of the year. It's quite interesting that the award went to a publishing project instead to a tradicional practice, and we like to think that the term "paper architecture" is being revisited and start having meaning again.
Kieran Long wrote on Icon Eye about the prize:
"San Rocco represents something vital about contemporary architectural practice. The network of architects, graphic designers and photographers behind the modest, black-and-white covered publication has come together around shared interests that buck the prevailing tendencies of architecture and propose a new model of practice. And all of this in what is supposed to be a side project in a time of publishing's decline [...] Most interesting is how the magazine generates its content, through a call for papers in every issue, asking readers to contribute to the next according to a set theme."
We leave you here with a brief conversation we had with San Rocco at the 13th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice.


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For Be Bold Be Bald, a national event Friday, Nov. 2, hundreds of people across the country will wear bald caps to honor cancer patients and to raise money for cancer research.
Every Wednesday and Friday until the event, senior Kristian Sumner and junior Amber Poirer, the officers of Team P.A.C.T., sell bald caps for five dollars outside the cafeteria during all lunches and after school Thursday.
Those who wish to shave their heads instead of wearing the caps can do so outside the cafeteria during lunch on the day of the event.
"The goal is to get as many people involved to wear the caps, to show support and to raise money," said Poirer.
Junior Sebastian Barton plans to participate in the event because "it's for a great cause, and I have many friends whose lives have been affected by the horrible disease."
During Wednesday homeroom, Team P.A.C.T showed students a video, which Poirer created. The video shows pictures of bald cancer patients undergoing treatment and explains reasons to support cancer research and to wear a bald cap. In addition, the video shows the four steps of Be Bold, Be Bald: purchasing bald caps, finding sponsors to donate, receiving the caps and wearing them Friday, Nov. 2.
In homeroom, students also received flyers with details and a letter students can send to family and friends asking them for a donation.
With the money students earn from wearing bald caps, Team P.A.C.T will donate to Facing Cancer Together, a local organization that offers free educational art and wellness classes, retreats and support groups to families coping with cancer.
According to Poirer, because the organization offers services for free, they are entirely dependent on donations. "They are a wonderful organization located steps away from this school," said Poirer.
Anyone can donate to Be Bold Be Bald online or by giving money to the Team P.A.C.T. table on the day of the event.
For more information, students can join Team P.A.C.T's Facebook event page.
"Tigers stick together and support each other, so I'm very hopeful about the outcome of the fundraising," Poirer said.


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What's Hiding in Your Dog's Kisses?
Bad breath might be a sign of dangerous bacteria in your dog's mouth. Bacterial growth is seen in dogs as early as 6 months old, and by age 3 about 60 million dogs are estimated to have gum disease. Harmful "bugs" are a common cause of painful oral health problems and are associated with serious health challenges such as heart, kidney and liver disease.
Now there is an early warning dental test available called K9 Smiles from Minnesota-based PetDNA Labs. It is a simple oral swab test that is recommended yearly to keep your dog happy and healthy, and is covered by most pet insurance when part of a vet's plan of care. This inexpensive test can be purchased from your vet or simply visit the PetDNA website to order yours today!
Three forms of bacteria, with different levels of risk, are linked to your dog's oral and systemic health. Knowing that threats are emerging will allow you to use home dental products proactively and seek professional care for cleanings and examinations.
Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) recently teamed up with PetDNA Labs on a community partnership to use the K9 Smiles test to screen their population. Several hundred dogs have already used the test as part of their evaluation and to ensure they receive proper dental care.
A similar test has been in use for humans through thousands of dental and physician offices for over 8 years from OralDNA Labs, a sister division of PetDNA Labs. Early warning of dangerous bacterial growth allows better decisions on home care, professional office visits, and many other choices that impact oral health. Get your pet tested today to see what's hiding in their mouth!
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Meditation or the art to introspect, has long been a part of India's culture. Our religious beliefs and spiritual soul-searching has always converged to 'yoga'. Yoga is a sanskrit word, means 'union'. These unifying forces can act as a way to attain oneness of mind and body, soul and spirit and also living and the non-living. If you seek answers to some of the universe's mystical ponderings- come find your calling in some of the famed hospices of India.
In our special Yoga Tour you can experience various destinations to witness the true essence of India. From the capital Delhi to the holy land of Haridwar, spirituality resonates across the Northern part of the country. The Hindu pilgrimage offers a repose to both the devotees and the wanderers. From there on, a trip to Rishikesh shall prove rewarding for discoverer within you. Aside from the spiritual benefits of travelling across North, there is also tremendous opportunity to delve into its history. A trip to the Taj at Agra and Jaipur's vibrant streets, can give you ample chances to do the same. India's north offers a gamut of experiences- whether spiritual or historical. The varied locales will reward you with mental composure and appreciation for a land as ancient as ours. North India is the promised land to seek home away from one.
Lose yourself in the spiritual ambience of Haridwar
Rediscover yourself through yoga, spiritualism and meditation in Rishikesh
Visit the mesmerizing site of Taj Mahal at Agra
Reveal the interesting story of Pink city from Amer Fort
Get surprised with the diverse culture of Old & New Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to your hotel. Delhi has been inhabited since the 6th century BC and has been the capital of many kingdoms. It has been destroyed and rebuilt many times and is called the "city of cities". The culture of Delhi has been influenced by its different rulers and the city is full of beautiful monuments. The Mughal rulers influenced the eating habits of the residents and the "Mughlai" Mughal cuisine originated here. Due to the proximity of different states, all festivals are held here. Old Delhi is a maze of small lined lanes and old buildings and New Delhi has a great road with huge buildings. Delhi is the capital of India and is the center of politics.
Today you have free afternoon. Accommodation at your hotel.
After breakfast, depart for New Delhi train station to take the Shatabdi Express to Haridwar destination. Upon arrival, we will pick you up at your hotel near Rishikesh. Haridwar and Rishikesh are well known places for yoga, spiritualism and meditation. There are several ASHRAMS where these activities are practiced and people come from all over the world.
The rest of the day is free for personal activities. Accommodation in your hotel.
Your whole day is free. You will find yoga and meditation activities in the hotel and also in the temples around the hotel or on the banks of the river Ganges. Accommodation in your hotel.
Your whole day is free. Accommodation in your hotel.
Very early departure for Haridwar station to take your train to Delhi. Upon arrival, we continue to Agra.
Agra the ancient capital of Hindustan is a city on the banks of the Yamuna River. Agra is a major tourist destination in India and a part of the Golden Triangle tour along with Delhi and Jaipur. Agra also known as Akbarabad passed through its peak during the Mughals era and was the capital of the Mughal rulers Akbar, Jahangir and Shahjehan. Overnight at your hotel.
This morning during Agra's visit, you will be taken to the Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world. This beautiful building is elegantly constructed of white marble by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between the years 1631 to 1648 and was built in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Standing majestically on the banks of the Yamuna River, this impressive, immensely beautiful monument is synonymous with romance and love.
Your next stop Agra Fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its architectural structure and was built in the 16th century during the Mughal Empire. This place is composed of several fairytale palaces such as Khas Mahal and Jahangir Palace. Here you will also have the opportunity to see Diwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas, which are also known as private courtroom and public courtroom. Agra is famous for marble inlays and handicrafts.
Tonight you can opt to enjoy a show 'Mohabbat-el-Taj', a work that represents the saga of love. Shajahan's true and immortal love for his beautiful wife Mumtaj Mahal; The luxurious lifestyle of the Mughal era; Emaculate the difficulties of artisans for 22 years who created the most precious specimen of craftsmanship. "Mohabbat-el-Taj" is exceptionally attractive. It is worth taking a look at the effort to maintain India's cultural and historical legacy. An attempt to recreate the glory of Mughal architecture in its heyday, the small Taj is a tribute to the craftsmanship of the original Taj Mahal. Overnight at your hotel.
You will drive to Jaipur visiting Fatehpur Sikri and Abhaneri en route.
Fatehpur Sikri built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri has an exceptional testimony of the Mughal civilization and is one of the known UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India and has several historical monuments. You will visit the Jama Masjid, followed by the tomb of Salim Chishti, the five floors Panch Mahal and Buland Darwaza a gracious monument and stupendous piece of beautiful architecture. It is a central portico with a total of three arched entrances and is known locally as a horseshoe gate. You will visit the other funny buildings of this place like Ibadat Khana, Mariam-uz-Zamani Palace, Naubat Khana and Birbal House.
Abhaneri is a village in Dausa district of Rajasthan state in India. It is located at a distance of 95 km from Jaipur, on the Jaipur-Agra road. Abhaneri was originally called AbhaNagri, which means "city of brightness", but due to the bad pronunciation, the name was changed. The city is now in ruins, but attracts tourists from all over the world.
Abhaneri is prominent for 'Baoris', Paso wells that were invented by the natives to harvest rainwater. These tanks were used as cold retreat places and as water reservoirs during the dry seasons of the year. Chand Baori is the most popular of the wells in the region, and is one of the deepest and largest in India. There are three ways to reach the water using the steps, which are divided into stories. This colossal, delicately carved well is located in front of the Harshat Mata temple. It was a ritual to wash hands and feet in the well before visiting the adjoining temple.
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan gets its name from Maharaja Jai Singh who built this city. Many captivating palaces are present here having impressive design and architecture. In the 18th century, the Prince of Wales had visited Jaipur and the entire city was painted pink because this city is also known as the pink city. The origin of Jaipur dates back more than 260 years. Accommodation at your hotel.
Today you have a full day tour of Jaipur and the Amer Fortress. In the morning we will start the sightseeing with the Amer fortress also known as the Amer Palace, the former capital of Jaipur. This magnificent fortress was built in red sand and marble by Raja Man Singh and is divided into four sections each with a courtyard. The main gateway is Surajpol with fascinating architecture. Near Ganesh Gate, there is a temple dedicated to Goddess Sila Devi. The Diwan-e-Aam - Public Audience Hall, Diwan-e-Khas - Private Audience Hall, Sheesh Mahal - Mirror Palace and Sukh Niwas are quite beautiful. In the Sukh Niwas, a pleasant climate is created by the winds blowing over a waterfall.
In Jaipur will take you to the city palace of Maharaja, a royal palace with seven floors, as well as JantarMantar, the observatory. This wonderful observatory is attracted by mathematicians as well as astronomers from all over the world. City Palace is the perfect blend of the three excellent styles (Mughal, Rajput and European). Another palace, Hawa Mahal is popular all over the world for its magnificent architecture.it will take you through pink rose garden, as well as Jaipur business centers. A Jaipur tour is not complete without shopping. Jaipur is famous for clothing, carpets, precious and semi-precious stones and jewelry and various crafts made of wood, metals, etc. and also for silk paintings and miniatures. Accommodation in your hotel.
At the time of your arrival in Delhi you will be transferred to your hotel. Today you have free afternoon. Accommodation at your hotel.
Today you have a full day tour of Delhi. In the morning we will start the day with views of Antigua Delhi, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 AD. You will visit the Raj Ghat where the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi was incinerated. You will visit the museum that was built to commemorate it, then photo stop beyond to the iconic Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, a very popular and crowded market in Old Delhi. Then you will visit Jama Masjid, one of India's most emblematic, historic and largest mosques - built by Shah Jahan. A rickshaw ride (optional) in Chandni Chowk could be quite interesting as this part of the city is quite full, and is full of shops. These numerous shops sell delicious food, clothes, jewelry, household items, etc. and are practically paradise for shoppers.
In the afternoon, you will visit Qutub Minar, promoted as India's largest minaret. Qutub Minar, the world heritage site, was built in 1192 by Turkish ruler Qutub-Ud-Din Aibak. It will then be moved to the tomb of Humayun, the world's other heritage site. Your next stop is the gateway to India, built in memory of the Unknown Soldier. He will then visit the parliament house, the president's house and other government secretarial buildings. Finally, you will visit Lakshmi Narayan Temple, a temple dedicated to Lakshmi and God Narayana. Overnight at your hotel.
In time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Delhi. No hotel is reserved for you for this day. We hope you enjoyed your trip with one of the best travel agency in Delhi, Services International private limited. We wish to see again to explore some other parts of India.


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coming from a 28 yr old...
"oh Justin Bieber! he's so cute... he reminds me of that lesbian i liked from the Tila Tequila show"
who says that????
just for kicks though...
come to think of it... maybe she was on to something... ha ha ha
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lol! dani! he does!!! that is not cute.
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – No women from Saudi Arabia have qualified for the London Olympics, a newspaper from the ultraconservative Muslim kingdom reported.
The story in the pan-Arab daily newspaper Al-Sharq al-Awsat — an important media tool for Saudi rulers — said Saudi male athletes have qualified to compete in track, equestrian and weightlifting at the games that start in less than three weeks.
There is no "female team taking part in the three fields," the report said Sunday, quoting an unidentified Saudi official. He said no female athlete had taken part in qualifying events in Saudi Arabia, which severely restricts women in public life.
Saudi leaders have been under pressure to end the practice of sending all-male teams to international competitions. They could face IOC sanctions after the London Games if women are excluded from the country's Olympic team.
The Saudi Embassy in London said two weeks ago that women who qualify will be allowed to compete. Last week, IOC President Jacques Rogge said he remains optimistic the Gulf kingdom will send women to the games for the first time.


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If you have less ability to concentrate these days, like me and many others, you might be interested in checking out a new way of focusing your time and thinking called the Pomodoro Technique. I read about it online and have already become hooked, complete with an iphone app that features a pomodoro. The name "pomodoro" comes from the Italian word for tomato, which was used by the Italian guy who invented this technique using a kitchen timer shaped like a tomato.
You actually use a kitchen timer, or a smartphone version, in 25 minute increments, with 5 minute breaks in between, to rather rigidly concentrate your work or thinking on one thing and one thing only. All of the methods of the Pomodoro Technique are based on scientific research about how the mind works and learns best. Wish I'd had this in college.
It makes the challenge of concentrating fun, and you can get a lot more done in a day as a result. This is becoming a worldwide "phenomenon," not that that makes it any better, but it indicates how more and more people of all ages are finding it genuinely valuable and "natural" in its fit.
Here's a link to a PDF that explains it in detail if you want to check it out. Come back and leave a comment if you find it useful.


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