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The WWE 2K20 Update 1.02 is now available to download on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC - released on November 1st 2019 at 5am PT (12pm GMT). It has a size of 10.81 GB for Xbox One, and 4.78 GB for PS4.
As widely known, unfortunately WWE 2K20 has been affected by many issues since the game released on October 22.
WWE 2K20 has been the first videogame in the main WWE Games series to not be developed by Yukes. It was exclusively developed by the 2K Studio Visual Concepts which collaboratively worked on the last 5 WWE 2K Games (along with Yukes) as well.
After the split with Yukes, 2K had to pretty much completely rebuild and re-code the existing Game Features with their own systems. This proved very challenging for 2K, and unfortunately resulted in WWE 2K20 being riddled with technical issues and bugs.
Some of the most prominent issues included issues with Created Superstars in Universe Mode, the inability to upload Custom Logos, graphical and animation problems, broken cutscenes, targeting issues and other gameplay bugs, Creation Suite glitches, as well as several crashes across the board. Create-A-Championship has also been missing as of the release of the game, reportedly to be patched-in at a later date.
All of this caused the game to receive a lot of backlash from the fans, and obtain largely negative reviews.
Today, on November 1st 2019 at 5am PT (12pm GMT), a first major patch for WWE 2K20 has been released to address several of these issues, bringing the game to version 1.02.
WWE 2K20 1.02 Patch Notes and Changelog (PS4 / Xbox One / PC):
Below you can find a comprehensive list of all the reported Fixes and Updates made in today's Patch 1.02 for WWE 2K20.
We will keep this page updated as we discover any other improvements and bug fixes that we notice were included in the update - as the official 1.02 Patch Notes released by 2K were not very specific.
- Fixed issue where Custom Movesets couldn't be saved across both Play Modes and Universe Mode at the same time
- Fixed issue where new Created Superstars would show up with incorrect name, empty attributes and abilities in Universe Mode
- Fixed the inability to download Custom Logos from the Image Uploader
- Fixed issue where using Logos for MyPlayer would cause MyCareer to crash or not load
- Fixed display issues with Resiliency prompt, now correctly showing it requires R2 + Triangle / RT + Y to perform.
- The Weapon Wheel Customization now loads the match-specific preset loadout of weapons by default
- Tables and Ladders are now available for selection in the "Miscellaneous" tab of the Weapon Wheel Customization
- Re-added the ability to switch to and control Tag Team Partners (with the Touch Pad / Back button)
- Targeting and Hit Detection for various attacks has been improved
- A better weapon homing has been implemented, with weapon attacks now turning directly towards the targeted opponent
- Fixed issue where slamming an opponent into the Steel Steps would cause them to sink through the mat and the gameplay to glitch out
- Fixed various issues with cutscenes in 2K Showcase
- Fixed various clipping issues and animation issues during entrances (including Bianca Blair's ponytail hair physics, Bobby Roode's robe)
- Fixed various issues / glitches in Create A Superstars (including Becky Lynch's Backlash attire, as well as Kane hair and mask)
- Fixed issue with Luke Harper's theme song - it now uses the Bludgeon Brothers theme
- Fixed issue when downloading Community Creations telling the player they don't own a certain DLC when they do indeed own it
- Fixed various other issues regarding:
- Gameplay and Controls
- Graphics and Clipping
- Hair Physics
- Hit detection and aiming
- Interactions with tables, ladders, steel steps, and other objects
- Referee actions
- Onscreen button prompts
- Characters "warping" or moving unnaturally around the arena
- Crashes and Freezing
- Image downloads
- Entrances and attires
- Universe mode editing and saving
- Custom and Created Superstars and creation modes
- Commentary and sound effects
- Online Stability, matchmaking, desyncs, and lag
Prominent Issues still to be addressed (not fixed in patch 1.02)
Despite the long list of fixes in patch 1.02, WWE 2K20 is still plagued with several remaining issues yet to be addressed. Here are some of the most prominent ones we noted down:
Create A Superstar
- While it's now possible to download and apply Custom Logos to Created Superstars, they become misplaced during actual gameplay (entrances and matches), as they don't match their position set in the creation suite
- Hair Dye for Created Superstars still does not work correctly, as it reverts after saving the Superstar and does not show up in gameplay
- When importing a Face Texture, you can no longer properly adjust the position of the eyes, nose, mouth, etc individually.
- Applying clothing parts to Created Superstars can cause the hair of a Superstar to float above the head. Some parts are also still broken, such as Jeff Hardy's armbands.
- The game crashes when trying to download Custom Superstars that have many custom images
- It's still not possible to edit Facepaints and Body Paints of In-Game Superstars (it was possible in WWE 2K19)
- Trying to "Import Parts" from an attire of a downloaded Created Superstar crashes the game
Create An Arena
- Placement of objects in Create An Arena does not save correctly, as the parts move to their original spot when you re-load the creation or play the match.
- The lighting in Created Arenas looks washed out / downgraded compared to the in-game arenas during gameplay
- Custom Arenas containing Custom Logos download from Community Creations show up blank with no logos (logos disappear)
WWE Universe
- There is still an issue where you cannot set a default custom attire for a Superstar in Universe Mode, as it resets back to original attire
- The match limit in WWE Universe PPVs is still 13 matches, and some matches cannot be edited (only 10 matches out of 13 be edited)
- Changing the moveset of an in-game Superstar before starting Universe does not import to a new Universe save
- Creating Tag Teams before starting Universe still does not import the teams to a new Universe save
- There are several occurrences where WWE Universe messes up the Superstars involved in a match after customizing it
Online Lobbies
- The list of match types available Online still hasn't been updated, offering a very limited selection compared to the match types available in Single Player.
- Online Tag Matches team up players incorrectly (it wrongly teams up P1 & P3 vs. P2 & P4)
- It's still not possible to customize match rules or use Custom Matches Online
- It's still not possible to use Custom Arenas or MyCareer special arenas
- It's not possible to use superstars Alternate Attires
- There are no Entrances Online and no way to turn them on
- There is no ability to turn off / hide the HUD player Gamertags that clutter the screen
- Create-A-Championship still has not been added back to the game as of patch 1.02
- Trying to play a Hell In A Cell match in a Custom Arena crashes the game
- Highlight Reel can still only record up to just 8-10 seconds of footage, compared to 20+ seconds of WWE 2K19.
- Changing the moveset or attributes of a DLC Superstar (2K Originals) does not save and reverts to default
- The ability to favorite moves in Create A Moveset is missing
- There is still no "Random" button when selecting a superstar in the Character Select Screen
- The ability to choose Day / Evening / Night for the outdoor Wrestlemania arenas is missing
- The Backstage Cutscenes in Create A Video wrongly take place in the ring instead of the Backstage Area.
- It seems that after the patch, it's no longer possible to disable the fatigue option
- The "Evolution" theme song is still wrong as it instead plays the Hardy Boys music
- Billie Kay's moveset is still wrong as it's instead Zelina Vega's moveset
- Winning a Double-Title match for two titles, results in a wrong Victory Scene where the winner has the same title twice
- Several Victory Scenes for Tag Teams fail to play correctly after matches
- There is no Post match celebration after winning an Elimination Chamber Match
- A Superstar's Facepaint doesn't fade anymore over the course of a match
- Announcing of several championships is misplaced, for example the WWE Championship gets announced as "World Heavyweight Championship", while the UK Championship gets announced as "WWE Championship"
More patches are scheduled to be released in the upcoming weeks and months, to address additional issues in WWE 2K20. Hopefully, some of these issue get tackled in the subsequent updates.
For all the information on WWE 2K20 check out the WWE 2K20 Main Section, and the full WWE 2K20 Roster Page.


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First Chinese Litters Allow Further Expansion of JSR's Global Breeding Programme
CHINA - JSR's global breeding programme has seen its first litters born in China, signalling the spread of the company's genetics into the most important market in the world.The breeding herd, which is run as a joint venture under the name of Hubei Jinxu JSR Breeding Ltd in the Hubei province of central China, was stocked from three of JSR's main nucleus herds in the UK with two of the company's dam lines – Genepacker 1 and 2 – and two sire lines – Geneconverter 500 and 700.
The results from these first litters are extremely encouraging, with an 85 per cent farrowing rate and a born alive rate of 11.7.
Nearly 900 animals were flown across to China from the UK in June 2012 and these first litters represent the successful installation of the pigs in their new home, as well as the first step in a global strategy which will see JSR establish a production base of nucleus stock in China. Each of these new animals will boast its unique identification in order to allow for inclusion into JSR's global genetic improvement programme.
Identical processes to those used by JSR in the UK will be implemented and genetic software has already been translated into Chinese to allow for correct use on the joint venture unit.
JSR group training manager James Saunders has been instrumental in setting up the Hubei herd as well as providing training for the Chinese technicians charged with managing the stock.
He said: "All of those people with responsibility for the animals have undergone a combined total of 18 weeks of training both in the UK and in China, which involved the day-to-day running of a breeding herd, as well as the management of a genetic breeding programme.
"The training they've received coupled with their hard work has clearly been worthwhile, as the results are extremely pleasing."
The company has distribution rights into five provinces in China including Hubei, Hunan, Henan, Jiangxi and Anhui and will also be using the herd to supply customers outside these territories, mitigating the need to fly animals out to China from the UK.


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Vonage has settled the financial details of a lawsuit it lost to Verizon for patent infringement, capping its penalty at US$120 million — a possible $32 million in addition to the $88 million already accrued and held in escrow.
The final amount will depend on how the Court of Appeals decides Vonage's pending petition for a rehearing on two of the Verizon patents. If Vonage wins a rehearing on either, or if the injunction on either is vacated, it will pay Verizon $80 million.
If Vonage does not win a rehearing, or if the court lifts the stay and reinstates the injunction, Vonage will have to pay the full $120 million, including $2.5 million to certain charities.
Moving Forward
Reaching this settlement, on top of an earlier $80 million settlement with Sprint Nextel, means Vonage can now concentrate on moving forward with its business plan, company spokesperson Charlie Sahner told the E-Commerce Times.
The company can now give its full attention to what it hopes will be the last major legal obstacle to overcome: a patent infringement suit brought by AT&T.
Filed last Wednesday in the U.S. District Court in Madison, Wis., the AT&T suit centers on a 1996 patent that describes the process of routing phone calls over the Internet.
"We continue to work towards an amicable solution with AT&T," Sahner said.
Threatening Product
The fact that Vonage has been bombarded with patent infringement lawsuits does not necessarily mean it deliberately violated other companies' patent rights. One must also consider the disruptive effect in the telecom industry accompanying the emergence of VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol.
"The fact that Vonage is plagued by lawsuits appears to be a testimony to its value," attorney Steven Rubin of WolfBlock's Intellectual Property/Information Technology Practice Group told the E-Commerce Times.
"You don't bother suing a company that doesn't have a market share or a threatening product," he said.
Both sides, though, have much to gain — and lose — if litigation is protracted.
"AT&T's patent … will be subject to the more stringent patentability standard articulated by the Supreme Court, Rubin said. "This means it will be easier for Vonage to challenge its validity."
On the other hand, Vonage may be handicapped by its earlier settlements with AT&T competitors. One effect of all these lawsuits is that there are ample court records explaining Vonage's technology.
"This makes it easier for a company like AT&T to learn of potential infringement and to make a case," Rubin pointed out.
"Vonage is also backed into a corner by certain admissions," he continued. "By trying to avoid infringement in one case, it may have admitted infringement in another."


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Sample Code - Using DMS Event Tracing to Identify the Cause of a Memory Leak Within a WebLogic Managed Server
(Doc ID 1444915.1)
Last updated on JUNE 30, 2023
Applies to:
Oracle Fusion Middleware - Version 22.214.171.124.0 to 220.127.116.11.0 [Release Oracle11g]Information in this document applies to any platform.
The purpose of this document is to help troubleshooting memory leaks in the AdminServer or Managed Servers where the Heap Dump Analysis show the biggest objects in the heap are DMS objects.
DMS java objects are created automatically when certain operations are performed. For example, each JDBC Connection creates DMS Nouns and Sensors at runtime as well as MetricMBeans for the Nouns. When the connection is closed, the DMS objects are explicitly destroyed. If the software in the stack does not called close on the connection, then the DMS Nouns and MetricMBeans accumulates resulting in what appears to be memory leak in DMS causing OutOfMemory (OOM) condition for the managed server.
The root cause is often the calling software/component and not DMS. This note introduces DMS Event Tracing debugging options to print the calling component stack.
Documentation Reference:
Oracle Fusion Middleware Performance and Tuning Guide 11g Release 1 (11.1.1)
6.7 DMS Tracing and Events
Event Tracing will help to identify the offending component, as the heap dump shows the object instances but does not tell us exactly who has created it. In most cases once identified the offending component a SR/bug should be filed against that component.
The following excerpts are examples of what appears to be a memory leak in DMS using the report from the 3rd Party Java Memory Analyzer Tool (MAT) memory leak detector:
Troubleshooting Steps
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Enable DMS Event Tracing for FMw versions 184.108.40.206 and higher |
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No. If you have got the source tree in git, you can use git-grep:
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Tourist Places in Trivandrum.
Trivandrum is called as "evergreen city of India" by Gandhi and now it is the IT Hub of Kerala and the majority of exports happens from here.
But Kerala is the Best Place for Tourism, Because of it's lush green Western Ghats, Coconut related industries and also it's Port Cities and Beaches, etc.
There are also many favorite cuisines related to seafood and the monsoons are all-time high in this place, with heavy rainfall.
Trivandrum has also many beaches, hill stations, temples, mosques, and also Churches.
Let's Directly put on the best 9 places to Visit in and near Trivandrum.
Kovalam Beach
Kovalam is a town that is located 30kms south of Trivandrum and also comes under Trivandrum District, It has a Bluewater beach which is very attractive and many tourists do visit this place and especially, People of the city visit this place around 5 pm for the cool breezy climate. There is also a lighthouse which is a must-visit. Also, many fisheries and other related industries are nearby.
Ponmudi HillStation
Ponmudi Hillstation is just 53 km away from the city and is also Hill Station near Trivandrum with 1100m elevation from sea level, There are many varieties of species and also animals having a life here, The vegetation here is very beautiful, Those who want to go here, Please plan little bit early, Start around 8 AM itself, Down the hill, there are also restaurants available.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
This Temple which needs no Introduction and the Wealth which is in the Temple, Almost 6 Lakh Crores worth Gold and Diamonds are still in the secret Chambers of this temple, It is the Padmanabha Swamy temple, The temple of Lord Vishnu and also very near to City, Just 6kms away from the center, it has very beautiful architecture and worth visiting.
Beemapally Mosque
Beemapalliy is famous for its mosque, It is Located just near facing the beach in valayathura. It is the tomb of Beema Devi, It is believed that she has miraculous powers and belongs to the Prophet Mohammed's family. The Ancient Turkish architecture of the Mosque makes it worth visit.
Vettucaud Church
Vettucaud church is the famous Indian Church known as Christ, The King, Built by Portuguese after their invasion in 1580s is a very famous church which is just 3 km away from the Shanmugam beach and 7 km away from Trivandrum, One of the must-visit places in Trivandrum
Shangumugam Beach
This beach is very close to the city than the Kovalam beach and just next to Vatticaud Church, A very famous beach known for the Sunset and people jog here in the mornings and evenings. Enjoy the raging Arabian sea.
Zoo and Meuseum
Trivandrum Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in India which started way back in the British era in 1857m it is almost about 56 acres large. Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma from the Travancore family has built this during the Travancore rule in 1816-1846. He has a great vision and built this museum. This is just 10km away from the city.
Neyyar Dam
Neyyar Dam is Located in western ghats, Kallikkad 30 km away from Trivandrum, This was opened in 1958, Neyyar Dam is famous picnic spot and it has a beautiful lake.
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If you'd like any other information, give Darren a call on 0403 234 421 or use the contact form.
About The Event
2 day Adventure Rally
Both days cover approx 390kms each.
Ride grading Scenic 50, see grading
GPX files supplied for your GPS or navigation app, these can be emailed to you or loaded to your device the night before or in the morning at the start point.
Follow the pre-ridden route or take your own, to be eligible for prizes and trophies you must hit the 3 'must-do' checkpoints each day.
There's motocaches listed along this course, so as a NAVIG8 subscriber you can claim these along the way.
Sweep rider will run the planned course after the last bike leaves.
Prizes and Trophies will be awarded.
The planned route is designed to suit all riders, we've left out the technical terrain. It's scenic and easy to navigate.
Current NAVIG8 member $90.00
non-member $115.00
If you're not a current NAVIG8 member, you can subscribe here first then register at the members rate.
Other costs, you pay for your own meals, accom and fuel.
More about the ride, route and difficulty.
Starts from Wollongong, Sat 30th, if you need your GPS loaded in the morning, please arrive by 7am.
Rider briefing at 8am.
Lunch stop both days or bring your own.
Overnight stop is at Adaminaby.
Sat Night Dinner at the Snow Goose Hotel.
Ends at Nowra, Sun 31st.
Longest stretch without fuel is only 210kms.
10 registrations available.
A great ride if you're just getting a taste of Adventure riding or for experienced riders to get out for a blast.
We recommend you carry a spot tracker or PLB, if you don't have one, ride with someone that does.
Leave the city behind, it's time to ride.
Accomodation contact information for Saturday night.
Snow Goose Hotel, 2 Denison St, Adaminaby | (02) 6454 2202
Alpine Tourist Park, 2 Lette Street, Adaminaby | (02) 6454 2438
Selwyn Star Lodge,15 Denison Street, Adaminaby | (02) 6454 1846 or 0491 266 707
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Event prizes made available thanks to our event sponsors
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Syrian government forces killed 42 people in airstrikes on a rebel stronghold on the outskirts of Damascus, local activists reported.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that seven children died in the attacks, which took place on Thursday in Douma, a suburb around six miles from the capital that has been surrounded by Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's forces since mid-2013. The UK-based Observatory, which gathers information from a network of activists on the ground, said the death toll was expected to rise because some of the dozens of casualties were critically wounded.
Local activists posted a number of graphic videos showing the dead and injured in the aftermath of the bombing as ambulance crews and bystanders attempted to help. In one, a young boy with his arm blown off is carried away from the scene. Later, a young man holds an unconscious victim in his arms and screams for help.
In another video, uploaded by medical sources, bloodied and burnt victims of the bombing, many of them children, are treated in a local field hospital.
Activists also posted footage of the massive devastation caused to buildings hit by the attacks.
Those killed in the airstrikes were buried on Thursday and Friday. The YouTube account which posted the below video has more than 20 others showing similar scenes.
Douma, which is controlled by moderate rebel groups, has been a frequent target of bombings by regime forces. On September 9, SOHR reported that at least nine people had been killed in an attack there.
The Syrian war has been raging since 2011 when an armed uprising began in response to a brutal crackdown by security forces on peaceful government protesters inspired by the Arab Spring. It has since descended into a bloody power struggle between rival Syrian factions and foreign-led groups like Sunni extremist militants the Islamic State.
The UN said on August 22 that more than 191,000 people had died in the fighting between March 2011 and April 2014. Officials added that this was likely an underestimate. An additional 2.9 million Syrians are estimated to have fled the country and 6.4 million have been displaced, according UN figures.
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Fortune Fridays 50/50 Staff Lottery winner profile: Laura Goodwin
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With the holiday season almost here, Laura will be using her winnings to do a little extra online Christmas shopping for her family and friends, and treating herself to a few new home décor items.
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Christina contributed to Penn State Law Immigrants' Rights Clinic and National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild, "Playing Politics at the Bench: A White Paper on the Justice Department's Investigation into the Hiring Practices of Immigration Judges" (2009), Center for Immigrants' Rights Clinic Publications.
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Adhara Law is a writer currently living in California. She began writing most of her erotica during the cold winters of Wyoming, which she feels is her real home. After ditching a burgeoning career in science, Adhara saw some of her work published in such places as Clean Sheets, Scarlet Letters, and in the print anthology, Desires. More of her fiction will be published in Villains & Vixens (Black Books 2002). E-mail Adhara Law. Visit Adhara Law online. The Life & Death of Edward Grable Edward Grable was among the greatest lovers who had ever lived. Were sex an art form, galleries would have devoted entire wings to the master and his work during his lifetime, studies in the evolution of his genius. The aura of artistry surrounded him, and people who coveted his secret hovered around him continuously, hoping to siphon some of that genius off of him. But none of that mattered now, because Edward Grable was dead. To understand the sexual artistry of Edward Grable's life is to understand his fitting and timely death, and this begins in his youth. His first lover was a woman almost twice his age. She lived next door to him in a split-level house, the kind that dotted every suburb in the fifties. Her husband paid Eddie (he was called Eddie back then) to take care of the yard, to trim the shrubs and mow the lawn and generally keep the estate ahead of the rest of the neighborhood in that unspoken-of contest for suburban domination. Eddie had just finished mowing the lawn and was about to start trimming the shrubs when Mrs. Carlson appeared in the door, her capri pants and tight pink sweater leaving no curve to the imagination. She leaned against the doorjamb and called Eddie's name. "How about a glass of lemonade? You must be parched." Eddie thought that sounded nice. He followed her into her kitchen, admiring the decor on the way (he had never been this deep into the Carlson's home before) and graciously accepted the cool glass, the condensation dripping over his fingers in tiny rivers. At his last gulp, Mrs. Carlson reached for the glass and set it with fluid grace on the counter, then settled a perfectly polished and manicured red nail on his shoulder. She traced the outline of his oxford button placket down the front of his chest. "Eddie," she whispered, "would you like to see the bedroom?" Eddie gulped. She led him by the hand to the master bedroom, her swaying hips enticing the young Edward Grable forward the way a snake charmer seduces the cobra out of its basket. In the bedroom, she turned to him and pulled him closer. "Mr. Carlson is away on business," she whispered in his ear as she began unbuttoning Eddie's shirt. She noticed his nervousness in the uneven rise and fall of his chest and said, "Don't be nervous, honey. This is perfectly natural." They eased onto the bed, Mrs. Carlson guiding Eddie's hands to her nipples, Eddie nuzzling the warmth between her neck and shoulder. There was something innate that told him what to do even though he'd had no such experience before. Amidst the sighs and moans of Mrs. Carlson, Eddie worked the magic he didn't know he had. It is said that prodigies are infused with an old spirit that guides them through their art, giving them knowledge that would take them years to learn in school. It is said that Mozart began composing at the age of five. If Eddie could be said to be a prodigy, then this was his composition. Mrs. Carlson's surprise at Eddie's experience was clear. Watching Eddie through the years next door, she had seen him buffeted by the turbulence of puberty. She had watched him grow up from a shy, awkward, and gawky teenager into a shy, awkward, and gawky young man. She could not recall ever seeing a young woman on his arm. She watched the blond bristles of his buzz cut as they moved ever so slightly up and down between her legs. "Oh, Eddie," she moaned. "You're absolutely incredible!" And with her back arched and her head thrashing from side to side, she came for the first time in years without the aid of her hand. And so it began. Composition No. 1: Mrs. Carlson. Though Eddie visited Mrs. Carlson as often as time and Mr. Carlson's busy travel schedule allowed, he was suddenly beginning to notice just how many women there were out there. Women he had never met began striking up conversations with him on the street. Waiting for the bus downtown, he would be surprised to find himself in the middle of a pheremonally-induced circle of femininity, soft hands accidentally brushing against his thigh accompanied by the sounds of, "Oh my, excuse me...." He would find himself making apologetic faces to the men who were left standing alone at the other end of the bus stop, scowling at him. He would later learn never to apologize for his gift. His next composition was a young woman by the name of Marilyn Cullers. Only a year older than he, she'd found a way to sit next to him on the bus downtown every day for the past week. Eddie was oblivious to the wordless catfight that ensued every afternoon between the five or so women who rode the same route home that he did. Marilyn had schemed to be the first on the bus when it came to her stop so that she'd have first choice among available seats. Now as she sat down next to Eddie and smoothed her skirt, she shot a smug smile back at the women who gave her dirty looks as they passed by. "Hi, I'm Marilyn." She demurely offered her hand to Eddie, who was staring out the window. "Oh," he said, taking her hand awkwardly. "I'm Eddie Grable." "Eddie..." She said the name as if it was a holy password into some unknown vault of treasures. "Would you like to come home with me?" Her wild whisper sounded almost like a plea for help. She nearly tore her own clothes off as she dragged him to the bedroom, pulling at him wildly as she fell onto the bed. Eddie's artistry took over and soon he was creating art on the canvas that was Marilyn. His fingers and body moved over her as he watched her face carefully, controlling the moment so as to elicit just the right facial expressions, the right twist of the head and the right parting of the lips. As she moaned, writhed, contorted under him, he waited for the perfect moment, and then released the power of his genius. Her face was a study in angelic, epiphanal beauty. Composition No. 2: Marilyn Cullers. At a time when most men of his generation were looking for a woman to marry and settle down with, Edward Grable never even flirted with monogamy. The fifties gave way to the sexually liberated sixties, and though Edward never gravitated toward the hippie lifestyle, his sex life certainly espoused the free love sentiment that surrounded him. Still somewhat shy and socially inept, he didn't have to worry himself with the awkward task of meeting women; they flocked to him. And it was around this period that he learned the technique of slowing time. He was in the bedroom of his small apartment with a tall, sleek redhead, her form stretched languidly beneath him. As his body slowly brought forth the art that was in her, he studied her carefully. Her eyes were shut, her mouth open in what was about to be a cry out. He realized that the moment was slowed so that he could work the canvas until it was perfect. It was as if he could get inside the moment, crawl around in this little bubble of time and stretch it, compress it, tinker with it until it was absolutely right. He took advantage of it. He moved his fingers and his body, watching her expression change. There-- her mouth was set so perfectly, almost but not quite an O. Now the eyes-- he moved and played until they were open ever so slightly, just the way he liked it. She was ready. He let time expand back into regularity and watched as his work of art blossomed like a flower beneath him; he admired the delicate arch of her back as she came, the sound of her cries resounding against the walls of the small room. When the moment had passed, she smiled lazily up at Edward. Edward Grable developed a photographic memory out of necessity. Where most artists had a gallery in which to display their work, Edward had only his memory and a sole audience of one-- himself. Even his lovers, his compositions, could not see the genius in their own faces, being wrapped up in the moment as they were. Awkwardness and social ineptitude eventually left Edward Grable as he matured through the sixties and into the seventies. In the early part of the decade, he moved to the west coast in a fit of artistic ennui. Word of his arrival had somehow spread prior to his coming, and women of the rich and famous elite were already banging down his door before he'd unpacked the boxes. He realized he had a new challenge: take the faces and the bodies that had been seen all over the world and transform them in his own vision. He was invited to all the important social gatherings; he was often the only one who was introduced without a title. A simple, "This is Edward Grable" often made the new acquaintance's eyes open wide with recognition. If he was a man, he shook Edward's hand and for the next hour tried to pry Edward's secrets from him. If she was a woman, she used every ounce of her charm to get into his bed before the night was over. "Please," she would often say. "Let me be your next composition, your new canvas. I won't disappoint you." Sometimes Edward took them up on the offer; sometimes he didn't. He was getting discriminatory as his art flourished, choosing only those faces that, like a slab of unchiseled marble, told him what new creation lay hidden inside. And he no longer limited himself to a single woman. In the late seventies Edward embarked on what was to become known as his pivotal work-- Menage No. 1. A group of three women. By now, people begged Edward to let them see a creation in the making. He only had to say the word and tickets would be sold at exorbitant prices, auditoriums would be filled to capacity. The outpouring of admiration nearly brought tears to his eyes. So he agreed to showcase this most astounding, most daring work yet. He arranged the women on a soft landscape of velvet and satin pillows, making sure that the lighting was right for each one of them. The players were stunning: a young African-American woman with skin the color of flawless mahogany, a strong Nordic blond with the bluest eyes he'd ever seen, and a delicate Asian woman whose features were exotic and enticing. The spectators were gathered at a discreet distance, none of them wanting to become known as the one who disturbed the master at his greatest moment. He began with the Asian woman. They watched as he moved over her, his once awkward and stringy body moving with a fluid ease that was borne of his inherent talent. She writhed and moaned and her hands clutched at him wildly. While one hand worked between her legs, the other hand moved on to the African-American woman. She arched her hips toward him. And as he worked the canvases of these two women, he lowered his lips to the blond. The pillows were a sea of writhing limbs and colors, Edward's blond head and long arms moving in an orchestrated dance the way a conductor controls his music. There was not a single part of his body, a single appendage or muscle that was not somehow making these women sigh and moan and weep in almost religious ecstasy. Even the crowd, in a strange kind of sexual osmosis, writhed in tiny movements as they watched Edward bring the symphony to a close. The moment was right. In that bubble of expanded time that only included Edward and his creations, he watched each woman carefully to determine the right moment in which to bring her to climax. He decided to go with the blond first, then the Asian woman, and then the African-American woman in a dazzling sexual spectrum. While he moved gently in and out of the delicate Asian beauty, his lips and tongue danced between the legs of the blond. Edward's art had become so refined that he didn't need to see the blond to know when the timing was right to release her; he felt it in the core of his being. As her back arched and her eyes closed, he watched her quiver and clutch the pillows by her head in orgasmic ecstasy. In an instant his attention was focused on the Asian woman, her dark hair scattered over the pillow under her head like a halo in shadow. She came seconds after the blond, her tiny mouth open in a small O. Finally, he moved to the African-American woman, who he had been saving for last, keeping her on the edge with his free hand. He moved down between her legs and watched as she threw her head back with wild shrieks. The room exploded in raucous applause, shouts of "Bravo!" filling Edward's ears. It capped off the closing of the decade nicely. Through the early eighties, Edward was often asked to repeat the performance, but he felt that every woman was an individual creation under his body, and any work of art that she was involved in was an extremely limited edition. As the years wore on, Edward Grable grew tired of his art. In his seventies, he had begun to feel that he'd exhausted all the creative possibilities that sex and women afforded him. He had seen every nuance of the female orgasm, had seen every conceivable contortion of the lips, the eyes, and the face. There was simply nothing left. He had gone to a bar near his small studio apartment in L.A. to try and forget what the passage of years had done to him. As he ordered a gin and tonic and fixed his gaze on the old television above the bar, he heard the most beautiful voice reverberate next to him as its owner ordered a drink. She was stunning. She looked to be in her late twenties. Her hair was gold without somehow being blond, and her face held all the images that Edward had mentally collected over the years, all of his most striking compositions. This was a woman who would awaken his muse, he thought. "You're Edward Grable, aren't you?" She asked politely. He could tell that she knew exactly who he was, but was demure enough not to fawn. "I've heard so many wonderful things about you." She extended her hand firmly. They talked over drinks, and once again Edward could almost feel that bubble in time, and he tried expanding it and transforming it, not wanting the moment to end for a while. But it did end, and they sat across from each other and stared. "I think we should go back to your apartment," she said quietly. It was not a question, or even a statement inflected as a question. It was almost an order. Edward did not refuse it. His seventy-odd year old bones felt almost twenty again, almost as young as when he had first walked into Mrs. Carlson's house that day and drank her lemonade and saw her bedroom and made her come. He watched this woman's hips lead him forward the same way that Mrs. Carlson's hips led him forward as they climbed the stairs to his apartment. And he almost felt the same nervousness that he felt with Mrs. Carlson as the young woman removed her clothes in a seductive striptease that elicited a croaking moan from him. They eased to the bed. Edward instinctively covered the young woman's body with his, but she put a hand firmly on his chest. "Let me," she demanded. He gently lay back on the bed and let her. She moved like a cat above him, her hands and mouth and legs all working in concert. He was amazed. The heavy lids of his eyes closed and he was back in Mrs. Carlson's house, in her bedroom, listening to her sugary voice whisper, "Don't be nervous, honey. It's perfectly natural." And he heard Marilyn Cullers ask desperately if he would go home with her, and he heard himself answer that he would. And he saw the three beautiful women he had made sexual art with and heard their sighs of contentment as the audience applauded. The young woman slid down between his legs and began working her own magic, sliding him in and out of her mouth with fluid grace. As his back arched in delight, he heard the familiar whisper in his ear. "You were the genius, Eddie," Mrs. Carlson cooed, long dead now. "You gave to all of us, Eddie, but you never took any for yourself," he heard Marilyn whisper. "You deserve so much," the blond, the Asian, and the African-American all whispered. Edward had never experienced the sexual ecstasy that he had elicited in hundreds of women. But as the young woman with him covered his body with hers, all the faces of all the women he had made love to, all the lips and all the eyes and all the arms kissed and embraced and smiled at him, all at once. Edward Grable died, his face the ultimate work of sexual art, far surpassing any composition that he had ever created. Copyright
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text: Limited Fungi Shelf for Droog by Katharina Mischer. Katharina Mischer combines practical and systematic thinking with experimental and imaginative approaches. Endangered mushroom species are translated into a limited design edition. Buying the shelf helps saving biodiversity, as part of the money goes to environmental projects that try to save the specific fungi species. A limited design for unlimited life.


text: DRS works across different disciplines: music, film and art. His success as an artist boils down to his refusal to speak on anything other than his truths, something that listeners can identify with, this is highlighted by three award wins at the Drum & Bass awards: Best MC, Best Vocalist and he featured on the Still Standing Remix which was awarded best remix. He is the go-to host for some of the finest that electronic music has to offer, from Calibre to Toddla T.


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Tuesday, January 10, 2017
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- Chris P. said...
So... on Fr. Thomas de Harley...
Yesterday night, the 2nd grade PSR folks at his parish made their first confession with him, Fr B, Fr P and a Fr. Savchuck (sp?) of whom I am not familiar... It was lovely and cute and inspirational, and I was pumped that none of the priests were able to attend the cookies and punch reception afterwards because all of us old folks monopolized their time.
I felt bad for the three aforementioned priests because all of the kids (save for maybe 5) sprinted to get in line with Fr. Thomas. They all had to be shuttled, many against their will to the other three priests. It was a moving, yet very 7 and 8 year old moment. - Wednesday, January 11, 2017
PBS station WVIZ aired again the video clip (re: Mother Mary Thomas and the murals) this Sunday morning 11/12/17 on "Applause" show. Lovely! How are things going, Fr. V, with Mother's efforts for completion of the murals? Please give an update in your blog, if able.
- Sunday, November 12, 2017


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Get Ready For 'That '80s Party' With The Top 5 Songs From November 1984 [VIDEO]
I graduated from high school in 1984, and last month, hung out with old friends at my 30th high school reunion. We reminisced about high school, caught up on each other's families, and listened to the best music, like, ever!
Here at KISS FM, we're dusting off our leg warmers and spraying our wall of bangs with Aqua Net in preparation for That '80s Party. While you get ready to party with us next weekend, check out videos of the top 5 songs from November 17th, 1984.
This is the perfect weekend to get your tickets or room packages for That '80s Party because it's a payday weekend. If you need a refresher course on how we looked back then, here are the top 5 songs we were listening to back then.
1. Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham! Yup, I had the outfit, complete with a white t-shirt with big, black lettering, white skirt, and white patent leather heels. *crawls off in embarrassment*
2. Purple Rain - Prince The Purple One, The Artist Formerly Known As, all names for Prince. I know him as The Artist Who Doesn't Share His Videos On YouTube. Thanks, Prince!
3. Caribbean Queen - Billy Ocean Not one of the better videos from the 80's. Billy looks a little self-conscious and awkward!
4. I Feel For You - Chaka Khan See the shoulder pads on everyone in this video? They weren't exaggerated for the video - we all walked around looking like linebakers. It was glorious!
5. I Just Called To Say I Love You - Stevie Wonder You think Kelly Le Brock was hot in 'Weird Science'? Psht, just watch what she does 26 seconds into this video! Lady in Red indeed!


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Marketing online is vital to business success. Online videos are effective methods of marketing. Should this type of marketing be what you need, read on for some great tips.
Keep your business relevant to today's audiences through video marketing. Let your customers know that they can send in questions about your business's services or products. Use those questions to generate regular videos answering the questions. Offer deals or prizes to anyone whose question is answered in the video.
Make sure all your videos are 20 minutes or less. You can go that long only if you're doing a very in-depth how-to video. However, if you are not doing a demonstration, keep the video to under ten minutes.
Include some screenshots of your site in the video. Viewers will be able to see your site's setup this way. You can also use screenshots in your tutorials. Save screenshots from your computer, and use editing software to compile them into your video.
Expensive video equipment is really not necessary to produce a quality video. It isn't necessary to have professional gear for your videos. You do not need to be overly fancy either. You should try being natural and speaking as you normally do. Actually, it may not be necessary for you to do this. Powerpoint presentations and screen capture sequences may be able to fit the bill.
If your customers do not understand how to properly use your products, a video may be called for. You will be solving the problem for those that have asked about it and for people that are going to be using it in the future as well.
Include an opt-in form on your video page to get people to sign up for your mailing list. People may want to sign up to get more information on the topic the video is presenting, and this is the perfect time for you to slip in your sales pitch.
Always carry a video camera when attending trade shows, conventions or other industry events. You may be able to get some great footage there. If you are giving a public talk, make sure someone records it.
Honesty is key to connecting with people. If you want to make videos, make sure the topic is really interesting to you. Stay natural and authentic in order to have more success with your intended client base.
Write a script for the intro and outro for your video. Start by saying who you are, your company, and what your video will be about. To finish, say the company name again and craft calls to action so that viewers will go to your site and make a purchase.
Don't go at it alone. It is hard to always come up with new angles and ideas for your videos all on your own. You should get ideas from employees, friends, and family for videos. Meet up and do those sessions often, to be sure you are working at the top of your game.
If you are frequently asked the same question, create a video to answer them. Although lots of people reserve a FAQ section for their website, the truth is that many people do not thoroughly read your website. Therefore, you need to actually post a video that answers these questions. This also provides customers a choice of how they locate the answers to commonly asked questions.
Make sure you don't neglect to share your videos often. Make sure to send it to family and friends. You might also embed the video into a blog post, or on a special section of your website. Send emails that include the video link to current customers. Post the videos on YouTube, Facebook, or any of the other popular media-sharing domains. You need to spread the word.
All your videos should have some sort of call-to-action. Let your viewers know that a product or service is waiting for them at your website and that they can make a purchase right now. Make it easy for your visitors to follow through by making your instructions simple and clear. Offer an incentive and give a sense of urgency to get viewers to act quickly.
Don't worry about being perfect. Video marketing isn't about having the highest quality equipment. A standard video camera or a built in one will work just fine. Also, if you have a smartphone you may be able to use the camera it came with. Stay professional, provide useful information, and people will watch your videos.
Your video should briefly discuss your brand, products and services, and an incentive that will entice them to subscribe to your emails. Give sign-ups a reward, like a coupon or eBook. People are more likely to believe you when they have a face to go with your brand.
Video Marketing
Now that you have read this piece, you can see the impact that video marketing can have on your business. If you use video marketing, you can expand your business around the world. This advice is the cornerstone of building a quality video strategy.


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Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools have made a very exciting - and unexpected - announcement that their fans are going to love! The couple have joined forces to design their very own limited edition trainers with footwear brand SEVEN FEET APART.
The unlikely collaboration came about when Jamie was trying to find the perfect gift for Jools to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary earlier this year. Having worked with his friends at the UK label to create a retro high top handcrafted from Italian leather, Jamie and Jools decided they loved the finished result so much they should make more.
Jamie and Jools are releasing a range of limited edition trainers
"Jools and I were about to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary and I had no idea what to give her. We share an obsessions for old school, vintage high tops and I thought how cool it would be to design a bespoke pair for her," Jamie explained.
MORE: Jamie Oliver's son speaks for the first time in a sweet video
"I reached out to SEVEN FEET APART - a local company who make trainers I already wear and love. After many discussions, sketches, mood boards and mentoring, the JO-18 was ready. I absolutely loved the whole process and decided to share the love a little wider and make a few more. It was so much fun and I hope people love them as much as I do."
Jamie originally designed the trainers as an anniversary gift for Jools
The limited edition collection is now available to buy on the brand's website, but with only 400 pairs available, you'll have to get in quick. You can take your choice from high top and low top in two exclusive colours - yellow and white or all white. The styles are unisex and available in sizes 3-12, so we look forward to seeing Jamie and Jools rocking their his and hers trainers soon!
STORY: See how Jools and Jamie Oliver celebrated their wedding anniversary
Jamie previously wrote on Instagram about giving Jools her anniversary gift in a sweet tribute to his wife - but he never revealed what it was. Sharing a throwback photo from their wedding day, Jamie wrote: "Today I am so proud to celebrate my 18 wedding anniversary with this amazing woman!! Thank you so much @joolsoliver for being my soul mate on this most bonkers roller coaster ride called life, what a journey it's been so far. Thank you for being by my side, thank you for seeing things I never see, thank you loving me, for being the best wife & most fantastic mother of our 5 precious children....I LOVE YOU SO MUCH...."
Watch Jamie Oliver talk about the romance of cooking for Jools
Jamie then joked: "Now stop watching love island and come find me in the garden waiting to give you your anniversary pressie....hurry up!!! Love Jamie ox x x x x."


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The Boston Red Sox can expect to call Fenway Park home for decades, according to team owner John Henry.
Fenway Park opened in 1912, and now stands as Major League Baseball's oldest active ballpark. For years, the Red Sox and Boston officials discussed the possibility of building a replacement elsewhere in the city, but Henry made upgrades to Fenway Park a priority upon taking over the franchise in 2002.
The changes that took place under Henry have become familiar features at Fenway Park, with the seats added above the Green Monster being one of the signature additions. Aside from the more visible changes, the ballpark also underwent structural improvements such as concrete repair, a draining system upgrade, and more to keep the facility in better shape.
That level of attention, along with continued maintenance, has addressed many of the structural issues that previously faced the ballpark. According to Henry, the changes should be enough to ensure that Fenway Park remains active for years to come. More from Boston Magazine:
"I'm not sure that we feel the need to go too much further with Fenway Park. I think it's a tremendous experience to be there," Henry said. "There's been 15 years of tender, loving care going in on an annual basis. It's been sort of built to last—built to last for the next 30, at least 30 years, if not 50 years. So I don't think we see a lot of changes."
At spring training in 2014, Henry betrayed a bit more gloom and doom about Fenway's future, telling reporters, "Structurally there is an expiration date." But thanks to a number of tune-ups and improvements, Henry appeared more optimistic—especially with regard to the area surrounding the ballpark.
Certainly, there is always going to be a lot of buzz surrounding new ballparks, but some teams in MLB have being going the renovation route. Dodger Stadium and Kaufman Stadium have both been overhauled in recent years, while the Chicago Cubs are continuing their multi-year improvement plan at Wrigley Field. With those changes in place, it ensures that some ballparks are going to stand the test of time and, fortunately for baseball fans, it seems that Fenway Park will be among the facilities that last for years to come.


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Podcast: La Cenerentola
This podcast episode explores Rossini's reimagining of the Cinderella story, La Cenerentola
Presenter Peggy Reynolds provides an introduction to Gioachino Rossini's La Cenerentola. She sets the opera in historical context and explores some of the themes and stories behind Rossini's great work. With contributions from writer and mythographer Marina Warner on the origins of the Cinderella myth, conductor Vladimir Jurowski on Rossini's use of coloratura, and Director Sir Peter Hall on La Cenerentola as post-enlightenment reimagining of the Cinderella story.
Available on iTunes
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You met her at a barbecue this summer. She was the one with the flower dress. She stood in front of you on the line for food and handed you a plate. Looked you straight in the eye and smiled. Hazel eyes.
Deep breaths, you told yourself. Deep breaths.
She got chicken. You got chicken. Both of you snagged some rice and peas and macaroni and cheese. You both bypassed the broccoli because you hate broccoli, no matter how it's cooked.
"I hate broccoli too," she said.
Wait. Did you just say that out loud?
First you're talking about your disdain for broccoli and then you're sitting next to each other holding identical plates and chatting about nothing in particular. You do the same thing the following weekend over drinks. Then at dinner. And at the movies. Then on Sunday mornings after you've spent the night together.
She's great and you like her. Just not as much as you did when she was wearing that flower dress. She's still cute, but her eyes aren't forcing you to control your breathing anymore. And you keep getting text messages in the middle of the night that you now can't respond to. It's all becoming too much.
Cuffing season is approaching and you need your options open. You didn't sign up for a summer girlfriend. But dammit, you've got one now. This needs to end before it goes bad. But she's so nice. You don't have a good reason to break it off, other than that you want your freedom. Plus, she told you so much about how her last boyfriend did her wrong. You can't look her in the eye and end things.
Your phone is lighting up again. It's her.
"Hey babe, what are we doing this weekend?"
On Real Husbands of Hollywood, (Tuesdays at 10P/9C on BET), they'd call this a Mitch Move, but it's your only option, right? Before you even think it through, your thumbs are typing frantically. "I can't do this anymore." Send. 'I'm sorry." Send.
Real Husbands of Hollywood airs Tuesdays 10P/9C on BET. Check out the trailer here.


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Like most people, you were probably living 90 percent of your life indoors before last year's stay-at-home orders spurred you to find even more things to do inside. Raise your hand if you worked on jigsaw puzzles, baked sourdough, binge-watched movies, or pedaled a zillion stationary miles. Keep it raised if you also became a bit of a plant whisperer, influenced by the influx of botanical posts on social media, a desire to grow your own food, or an urge to spruce up your Zoom background.
You're not alone. Demand for greenery blossomed in 2020. Most U.S. garden centers reported double-digit sales increases last year, as more than 18 million Americans dug into pots and plots for the first time, and habitual horticulturists expanded their collections. The popularity of indoor plants is continuing through 2021, to no one's surprise: Adding some living color to your living quarters doesn't require much money or space, and tending to your leafy roommates can reduce stress, improve productivity, and make you happier.
So what are you waiting for? Here are 11 tips—and basic rules of green thumb—to help you cultivate indoor plants.
1. Make plant care easy.
For starters, whenever a plant comes with a care tag, keep the tag in or near the pot—and follow its instructions. Otherwise, your local nursery or a simple web search will tell you what any given species needs. Next, heed conventional wisdom. The vast majority of plants don't like direct light or full shade, so keep yours near windows but not right in the sun. Plants need hydration, but most don't do well sitting in water. Let the soil dry out so the roots get oxygen between waterings, and make sure that every plant's pot has drainage holes. Most plants thrive at indoor temperatures in standard potting soil and don't require frequent fertilization. Rotate each plant 180 degrees every month or two to even out growth toward its light source.
2. Grow a windowsill garden.
You'll need only a few supplies to cultivate herbs and other edible plants. Start with a selection of seeds or young plants, a broad container filled with standard potting soil, and some space next to a window that provides bright but indirect sunlight. Popular sill-to-table herbs include basil, cilantro, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, and sage. Water according to the care tag's directions or whenever the soil feels dry. If you're apt to forget, consider investing in a smart hydroponic setup, such as the ones available from Rise Gardens, which have fail-safes that include alerting you via an app when it's time to refill the reservoir. When harvesting herbs, pinch leaves from the top of the plant to encourage new growth. Got more space on a countertop? Consider avocado saplings, tomato vines, or a mushroom box, all of which are relatively easy to propagate.
3. Consider your water use.
The West is experiencing the most severe drought in modern history. Low-water indoor plants let you keep flora in your home without tapping precious resources or flouting local water restrictions. Bryan McKenzie, who runs the gardening blog Bumper Crop Times, recommends succulents, palms, and other "plants with meaty leaves" that conserve moisture for longer periods to tolerate droughts. Air plants such as spider, snake, ZZ, and tillandsia plants, as well as orchids and pothos, are highly resilient. "Keep their pots indoors and hide them from direct sunlight unless it's recommended," McKenzie says. If you already own thirstier species, use clean water that might otherwise go to waste. For example, catch it in a bucket under kitchen and bathroom faucets as you wait for the cold stream to warm up. For best results, install an activated carbon filter, or let the collected water settle for 24 hours before watering plants.
4. Keep your household safe.
Many popular plants—sago palms, philodendrons, oleanders, some ivies, sansevierias, and ZZ plants—present hazards to children and pets. Avoid displaying pots in places where they can topple if bumped, pulled, or chewed on. Cactus spines and rose thorns can hurt curious fingers. Flowering bulbs such as lilies, tulips, crocuses, narcissus, onions, and garlic are all toxic to dogs and cats when ingested. Safer options include African violets, bromeliads, and the lipstick plant. Before you buy, check the toxic plants list from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals to confirm that what you bring home won't cause any harm.
5. Assess your level of commitment.
Some plants need more than occasional watering to thrive. If you're just not that into care and feeding, look for sturdy, hard-to-kill greenery, including aloe vera, lucky bamboo, jade, spider, and monstera plants. "The easiest plants to take care of depend on the type of plant parent you are," says Reagan Kastner, a houseplant stylist and TikTok influencer. "Someone who likes to 'set it and forget it' should look for plants like snake plants and ZZ plants, which are happy in a variety of light situations and tolerate [being given] very little water." Someone who enjoys the ritual of watering, she adds, may want to try a pothos or philodendron, which can get by without much moisture but can also be watered more frequently. (See No. 3 if you have pets or young children.) A low-maintenance way to go is to make or buy a closed terrarium. This type of self-sustaining ecosystem, which encloses plants in a container to produce moisture through condensation, has been known to survive more than 50 years with only one watering.
6. Think like a decorator.
Most of us bring flowers, herbs, and other plants into our homes because we like the way they look. Beauty, however, can be subjective. In the trend-driven field of home décor, the plants that are currently having a moment include: the Chinese money plant, trailing succulents, cacti (bunny ears, fishbone, and monkey tail), and foliage plants (split leaf philodendron, cylindrical snake plant, sansevieria moonshine, and ficus decora). Can't decide? "The best place to start is color," Kastner advises. "Minimalist décor goes best with plants of similar shades of dark green, whereas eclectic décor benefits from plants with contrasting colors." She also recommends contrasting textures when arranging plants to create an eye-catching mix.
7. Buy from sustainable growers.
Support nurseries that shun pesticides, use renewable energy and natural fertilizers, and recycle water and packaging. Nick Bavaro, chief operating officer of Rocket Farms, the nation's largest grower of indoor flowers, says consumers can make good ecological choices. These include buying locally grown products in environmentally friendly packaging and considering each plant's sustainability. For example, opt for species that are native, drought tolerant, and do not have significant pest or disease problems. Bavaro also advises purchasing certified organic plants. Want the houseplant that's the most effective at removing carbon dioxide from the air? Get yourself a prayer plant.
8. Source supplies strategically.
The vast array of plant-growing accessories can be overwhelming. Focus on the basics and seek both form and function, Kastner advises. At minimum, pick up the right soil and pots, plus a watering can and a spray bottle. When choosing soil, research what best suits your plants. Some species prefer indoor potting soil, which is a mix of peat moss, vermiculite, and perlite that drains well. Others thrive in sand or special blends, such as mulch mixed with compost. "Measure to make sure you're buying the correct size pot for each plant," Kastner says. "Select pots in a variety of neutral colors and textures. That way, no matter how much you need to rearrange your plants, they'll always look good." You can also try repurposing instead of buying: Egg cartons work as seed starters; old teacups, bowls, and other vessels provide colorful pots. For reinforcements, check Facebook or Nextdoor. Both sites are rife with local groups that allow members to trade and gift indoor gardening tools, terrarium components, and perfectly healthy plants.
9. Use unconventional methods.
Research shows that talking, singing, and playing music to your plants helps them thrive. Not sure what to say or croon? Spotify offers about 100 plant-growing playlists. One study found that the ideal songs for plant growing are pop and indie folk with a tempo of 114 beats per minute. Think Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, and composer Mort Garson. Other unexpected approaches that may help your plants thrive: burying an old penny in their soil (copper acts as a fungicide) or mixing Epsom salt in their water (magnesium adds a key nutrient). You can also dust your plants' leaves regularly and, when repotting, place a sponge inside the pot before adding soil.
10. Reap some health benefits.
"Self-care and plant care go hand in hand," Kastner says. "The joy of new leaves on your favorite plants can become more addicting than Instagram likes." You don't have to be an influencer, though, to get a boost from indoor plants. Research shows that having plants at home can help us feel happier and less stressed, sleep better, and recover faster from illness. Plants may also improve our memory, concentration, productivity, and overall ability to learn.
11. Take a gardening class.
It can take a few good tries to become proficient at managing a plant menagerie. Consider attending a growers' workshop online or in person. There's been an explosion of virtual classes about indoor gardening. Some involve hands-on homework and lively Q&A sessions during which you can ask all your sprouting questions. These sessions vary in price; check out those offered by Houseplant Masterclass, The Sill, Skillshare, and Oregon State University Extension Service's Master Gardener. Prefer to learn in public after spending so much time at home? Ask your local nursery or botanical garden to recommend an in-person class near you.


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In the United Kingdom, Azhar Ali, Labour's by-election candidate for Rochdale, has issued an apology over his claims that Israel allowed the October 7 attack to happen and had been warned about it.
In a local party meeting, Ali allegedly said that Israel had "allowed" the attack by Hamas militants which killed more than 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and took around 250 others hostage.
In retaliation, Israel waged war launching incessant strikes in the Gaza Strip to kill Hamas gunmen.
The secret recording of what Ali said was obtained by Mail and was published on Sunday.
As quoted, Ali said: "The Egyptians are saying that they warned Israel 10 days earlier… Americans warned them a day before [that] there's something happening."
"They deliberately took the security off, they allowed… that massacre that gives them the green light to do whatever they bloody want," he added.
Reports also claimed that the Labour councillor also said that Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has "lost the confidence of the parliamentary party".
He said: "A lot of the MPs I've spoken to, non-Muslim MPs, feel that on this issue, he's lost the confidence of the parliamentary party."
Now, the Labour Party has issued a statement on behalf of Ali. As reported in local reports, in the statement issued on Sunday morning, Ali said: "I apologise unreservedly to the Jewish community for my comments which were deeply offensive, ignorant, and false."
"Hamas' horrific terror attack was the responsibility of Hamas alone, and they are still holding hostages who must be released. October 7th was the greatest loss of Jewish life in a single day since the Holocaust, and Jews in the UK and across the world are living in fear of rising antisemitism. I will urgently apologise to Jewish leaders for my inexcusable comments," he said.
"The Labour Party has changed unrecognisably under Keir Starmer's leadership, he has my full support in delivering the change Britain needs," he added.
Watch: UK's Defence Secretary orders review of army's inclusion policy, receives backlash
The comments led to major outrage. Labour's national campaign coordinator, Pat McFadden, told Sky News that Ali's comments were "completely wrong".
The shadow frontbencher said: "He's issued a complete apology and retraction and I hope he learns a good lesson from it because he should never have said something like that in the first place."
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We feel disconnected. We feel anxious, shut down. We don't know what we feel. We long for safety we can't find. We can't sleep. We can't get enough of what's bad for us. We don't know what to eat. We feel our lives are passing us by.
We need to tap into the Moon.
Looking at your Moon placement by sign, house, and especially aspect, you can deepen into your body's wisdom and begin understanding your unique patterns for deep restoration. This workshop includes suggested rituals for every Moon sign, and what well-intentioned advice you can ignore!
Originally given on September 30, 2021 for the San Francisco Astrology Society, this workshop includes an audio recording of the two-hour class, plus a 70-page PDF of slides with extra material to help you create your own grounding rituals and meaningful inquiries into your deepest needs. Now with sliding-scale pricing!


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Employee of the month
Thank you to all staff for the wonderful work you do and for acknowledging your colleagues for the amazing work they do through completing the employee recognition forms.
Congratulations to Dimmy Cachia who has been nominated as the Employee of the month by her colleagues for her outstanding customer service and team work.
I would also like to congratulate Amanda Walker (CCC), Sanjay Kumar (RN), Sherish Azharuddin (RN), Trudy Rice (EN), Ayaz Khuwaja (EN), Raj Kaur (EN), Abraham Wajaya (PCA), Blu Doh Htoo (PCA), Lesley Krige (PCA), Rajesh Kumari (PCA), Linda De Hoedt (PCA), Jayanti Vail (PCA), Sumeet Singh (Lifestyle Coordinator), Elise Kruizinga (Lifestyle Assistant), Tom Simon (Lifestyle Assistant) and Christine Panagis (Lifestyle Assistant) for being nominated for the Employee of the month for demonstrating our values of Trustworthiness, Teamwork, and Humility & Accountability.


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st john's ealing
for Carol Vigurs
Who was Carol? The reviews
are in.
A good sort. Calm and steady. Genuine.
Heartfelt. A lady. Energetic. Hated shopping—
couldn't choose and really didn't think
about what she looked like. Preferred to be
in the background. Gave to charities,
World Vision and the donkey sanctuary.
A Deaconess with an Australian twang.
Not someone who'd expect
to have a poem written about her.
That was Carol.
her work, she was steady under
among the temperamental luvvies at the BBC
whose payments she took care of.
Never had favourites but played it straight.
When she went there Linda found
being her sister opened doors. They would do
anything for Carol. Dependable.
Not very practical, and sometimes lacked
the confidence for certain tasks. That was Carol.
to new things, but not
Loved opera, but not loud music (how did
that work?).
Didn't want to get up in the morning. Disliked
Knew all the children in the street. Was a grandma
even though she had none of her own,
and she and Linda gave holiday respite to all the
local pets.
Cats adopted her. She never bought one,
they just turned up and found her lap:
while she solved the crosswords and jigsaws,
worked out whodidit in the whodunits,
and whizzed through books. Patient, but
never dull,
she liked the tv shows about forensics.
Resilient, she had learned you had
to stand up for yourself.
Not especially sentimental. Kelli said
she never had a bad bone in her body.
That was Carol.
Hyacinth Bucket and went
white water rafting. That was Carol.
to the point of
at 3am she was prepared to sit for hours
with the lock jammed in the lavatory
so that she wouldn't disturb anyone's sleep,
and when the firemen finally came to free her
they woke the whole street up anyway.
She didn't like to make a fuss. That was Carol.
to the point of exasperation.
Liked a day of cricket at the Oval,
ballooning, horseriding, read the paper
but didn't watch the news. Her cheerfulness
warmed a chilly church: she always said
the thing that was encouraging.
She kept her word. She looked out for people,
for example, kept the company for an hour
each day
of a convalescing friend with little conversation.
With her own cancer she was brave, happy to
pull through.
Good that the end was sudden when it came.
She'd have hated a decline. She had no fear
of what comes next, and no unfinished business.
That was
so here is
one last puzzle for you to solve, Miss Vigurs,
one final calculation of accounts:
what does a life amount to, when it's gone?
Is it the work done, or the care
with which each person's business was
Is it the money earned, or the good
that was done by getting rid of it?
Is it the things achieved, or the time spent
waiting while love goes about its slow business?
Yours was a life of quiet investment,
and so where is this treasure now? Have you
taken possession of it with interest
in your mansion in your Father's house?
If so it's probably more spacious
than 1B Loveday Road. Well, we'll find out.
But did you leave a legacy for us
more than just the memory of your brilliant smile
and your continual encouragement?
Yes, for love changes things, not only in
the moment
but through the making of relationships
love passes on like DNA.
It shapes the generations
and does not leave our stony hearts unturned.
We are all carriers of love and hate,
and you were unambiguously the former.
Read at the memorial service for Carol Vigurs at St John's, West Ealing on February 22nd, 2018.


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An ICT agripreneurship guide: A path to success for young ACP entrepreneurs
This practical handbook (PDF) published by the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) provides a guide for young aspiring information and communication technologies (ICTs) entrepreneurs to help them set-up businesses that address challenges in the agricultural sector. Governments, private sector, non-governmental organisations, and especially young people, are increasingly viewing the intersection of ICTs and agriculture as a way to tackle global youth unemployment. This guide sets out to provide young people with the business skills and knowledge needed to launch successful start-ups. The handbook is also aimed at incubators and institutions that support young entrepreneurs to develop their skills. Taking a hands-on approach, the guide provides a number of case studies, as well as practical advice from young entrepreneurs. One of the case studies highlights a successful initiative to improve food and income security in Africa by pairing the owners of low-cost 'smart tractors' with farmers via an innovative SMS-based service. The report also presents common mistakes and ways to avoid them, and recommendations on how to scale up successful cases. A selection of business and product development tools and references for further reading are included. Topics covered include ICT business challenges and how to solve them, creating effective business plans and developing strategies to attract funding and capital.


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$450K allocated to enhance some of Utah's best fishing spots through Blue Ribbon Fisheries program
Salt Lake City — Blue Ribbon Fisheries are waterbodies that provide some of Utah's most exceptional, high-quality fishing experiences. This year, the program that designates and helps fund these fisheries allocated $450,000 toward 16 projects aimed at enhancing these waterbodies so they retain their elite status.
There are currently 44 waterbodies and two mountain areas in Utah — streams, rivers and lakes on the Uinta and Boulder mountains — that hold this Blue Ribbon status. The Blue Ribbon Fisheries program was created in 2001 by then-Gov. Mike Leavitt, and was formally established in 2005 through an executive order by then-Gov. Jon Huntsman.
"The program was created because Utah's leaders recognized that fishing is one of the state's most popular recreational activities," Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Sportfish Coordinator Randy Oplinger said. "There was a need to improve fisheries in Utah and to recognize the best angling opportunities in the state. This program helps fulfill both of those needs."
In order to be named a Blue Ribbon Fishery, a waterbody has to meet several requirements and provide highly-satisfying fishing and recreational experiences for diverse groups of anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The waterbodies are selected and reviewed by the Blue Ribbon Fisheries Advisory Council, which is made up of a representative committee of 13 anglers appointed by the governor.
"These waters are among the best fishing spots in Utah and have been proven to provide not only great fishing, but also ideal habitat for the fish, economic benefits to the local communities, and an overall high-quality experience in the outdoors," Oplinger said. "They offer high fishing success rates and usually have great amenities like boat ramps and fishing piers."
High-quality fishing waterbodies are only one important part of the Blue Ribbon Fisheries program. The program also allocates funds for improvements to help maintain that quality experience and to allow other waterbodies to reach Blue Ribbon status. The advisory council selects improvement projects for various waterbodies each year, and those projects are then funded by a portion of Utah's annual fishing license sales.
Sixteen projects were selected by the Blue Ribbon Fisheries Advisory Council this year. Some of those projects included:
- Renovation of the dike at Navajo Lake: The dike at Navajo Lake is old and has deteriorated over the years, resulting in two dam failures in recent years that drained the lake and ruined the fishery. This project will help complete needed maintenance work along the embankment and rebuild the spillway and increase the size capacity to prevent future breaches.
- Recreation improvements at Recapture Reservoir: This project will improve the boat ramp, install a courtesy boat dock and renovate the parking lot in an effort to provide better access for boat anglers.
- Recovery analysis at Huntington Creek: The Seeley Fire in 2012 devastated the fishery at Huntington Creek. After habitat improvement projects and fish restocking, the fishery has struggled to fully recover. This project will allow biologists to complete a stream habitat assessment to see what habitat conditions are limiting the fish from reproducing in the stream.
In 2021, 19 Blue Ribbon Fisheries projects and initiatives were completed. Over the past decade, the Blue Ribbon program has funded 173 projects and allocated $3.2 million toward improving these remarkable Utah fisheries. Due to partnerships and other funding options as well, a total of $26.3 million has been put toward Blue Ribbon projects since 2012.


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Fear of the economic cost of leaving has been the primary argument put forward by campaigners for remaining in the European Union. However, in making this case, they have largely ignored fears that people can have about terrorism, immigration or military action. These latter fears tend to favour the campaign for Brexit.
A nationwide online survey of 1,518 people conducted by BMG Research at the end of March shows that single-minded concentration on the economy is unwise. When asked to identify the most important issue facing the country today, 36 percent put immigration and asylum first; only 9 percent name the national economy. Meanwhile terrorism was seen as the chief risk to the country, with an absolute majority, 55 percent, viewing it as a big risk and an additional third thinking that it offers a fair amount of risk.
Concern with terrorism is not a spur-of-the-moment response to the recent attacks in Brussels. When BMG asked the same question a month previously, almost the same majority saw terrorism as a big risk. Immigration comes second: 47 percent think it presents a big risk to the country and almost one-third think it fairly risky. By contrast, only 22 percent think problems in the global economy are a big risk to the country. Fear of military threats is much lower, with only one in eight seeing this as a big threat.
In responding to risks from abroad, the government has the option of either looking after the problem on its own or working with allies. This represents one of the key fault-lines in the referendum campaign. The Eurosceptic viewpoint put forward by UKIP and other actors is that the problem would be better addressed by the UK working under its own initiative, while the remain side has focused on benefits of working together with the European Union.
Britons are divided over whether self-reliance or alliances with others is the better option. Two-thirds think that the best way to deal with immigration is to have the British government decide what should be done. Less than one in five think the European Union is best suited to help Britain deal with immigration. There is greater readiness to seek allies in dealing with terrorism. However, there is a division of opinion about where to turn for help. One-sixth see the globally oriented United Nations as most useful while the same proportion put Brussels first.
Even though world trade requires partners, half of the respondents in the survey think that problems in the global economy are best dealt with nationally. Only 19 percent believe the European Union is best suited to help Britain deal with the global economy. The EU is seen as even less relevant to helping with military threats. Among the majority who see Britain needing military allies, the United Nations ranks first and the United States second.
The alternative to placing trust in international allies is to trust British politicians to deal with risks. However, when the BMG survey asked which politicians are best suited to deal with risks, a majority expressed no confidence in any of them. Only 22 percent chose David Cameron and George Osborne, while 15 percent favoured the trio of Boris Johnson, Michael Gove and Iain Duncan Smith, who are identified with making the case for Brexit. Eleven percent regard Labour's Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell as best suited to face up to risks.
What does all this mean for the referendum campaign? The good news for pro-EU campaigners is that most British people realise that even though Britain is an island, there is no magic drawbridge that can be pulled up to isolate the country from risks beyond its shores. The bad news is that less than one in five think the European Union can best help Britain deal with terrorism, immigration, military action or economic troubles.
The good news for anti-EU campaigners is that roughly half of the public think Britain must look after risks itself. This appears to be less an expression of bulldog nationalism than of uncertainty about whether any institution – the United Nations, the American government or the European Union – can offer effective help.
The upshot is that the electorate remains divided. In recent months neither the remain side nor the leave side has shown a steady lead in the polls, with around a quarter of voters still undecided as to how they will cast their ballot on 23 June. But this picture can change quickly. In a globally connected Britain any one of the issues people fear – immigration, terrorism, the economy or a military challenge – could materialise overnight.
Professor Richard Rose is a commissioning fund awardee of The UK in a Changing Europe and director of the Centre for the Study of Public Policy at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow.


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To make GST payment Challan online, GST payment challan must first be generated from the GST portal. When the payment challan is generated, then the payment can be done by internet banking, credit/debit card, NEFT, or cash payment at designated banks.
Here, we will discuss how you can create GST payment Challan online:-
- First, log in to GST portal website. Insert the Username, Password, and Captcha Code.
2. When you are logged into your account, then go to the services and tap on payments and click on create challan option.
3. Now enter the amount payment and choose the method of means e-challan over the payment method which you want. When all the details are filled in then tap on the Generate Challan.
The payments method you can choose are the following:
- Internet banking and credit/debit cards of authorized banks
- Over the counter payment through authorized banks
- Payment through RTGS/NEFT from any bank
For payment over the counter payment through authorized banks, there is a limit of RS 10,000.
4. Then you will see a summary page which contains all the details of the Challan. Now choose a payment method among the three which we have discussed in the previous step to create GST payment Challan online. Tap on the "Make Payment" option.
5. Create an online payment of GST through Net-Banking or take a printout of the Challan and create a payment in Bank.
When the payment is made, then you will receive a Challan which contains all the details of the tax paid. Then the tax paid Challan (CIN) will be credited to the cash ledger account of the taxpayer.
These are the ways to create GST Challan payment online. If you have any question regarding this, then free to message us in the comments section.


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Renegade Game Studios' Power Rangers Roleplaying Game
Power Rangers fans have been waiting for an RPG set in the world of GI Joe, Transformers, or Power Rangers for decades. Renegade Game Studios' Power Rangers RPG is the answer to this fan demand. The game will be available at Renegade Con Special Edition in 2021. Until then, download a free PDF download to get started.
Character customization
While the new RPG from Power Rangers creator Renegade Game Studios is still in early stages of development, there are a few things to look for in the game. First and foremost, you will want to choose an Origin. These are similar to Races in other RPGs, and describe your character's personality before they became a Ranger. Characters with an Origin start off with certain traits and benefits that will help them during their journey as a Ranger.
In addition to character creation, Power Rangers has some new accessories. Those accessories will include the new Adventure Book, the Game Character Journal, and the Glutton for Punishment accessory pack. You can also purchase the Power Rangers themselves. All four of these new accessories will be available in Q2 2022. For more information, visit the official Renegade Game Studios site.
Character death
While character death is a common result of games, in Power Rangers RPG, the designers have avoided having heroes die at the hands of the bad guys. The game uses the Essence20 system, which relies on dice to represent power and skill levels. In this free PDF download, you can play as one of the six original Power Rangers and experience a variety of gameplay scenarios.
Character progression
While the game is a solid choice for new players, it has a few flaws. For one, it's based on the Essence20 RPG system, which doesn't lend itself well to Power Rangers, or to powerhouses of the genre. However, it does have some unique qualities, including a character progression system that combines the minutia of D&D Fifth Edition with the success-by-degrees storytelling approach of Mutants and Masterminds. Character progression is done through rolling higher dice, and higher stats lead to critical successes and overkilled defenses.
Other elements of the game include sensitivity reviews. While the publisher of Renegade Game Studios does develop outside of the Power Rangers universe, the company still makes use of the same core story setting for the game. It's also clear that Renegade Game Studios is committed to expanding their TTRPG offerings. In addition to free PDF downloads, the company also plans to continue developing their IP.
Character builds
The Zordon Era Core Rulebook is focused on the original power rangers of the Zordon era and doesn't reflect the new roles of the Power Rangers in season two. Blue is described as smart, while Green is a lone wolf. While they all wear orange costumes, they don't have the same skills. The book does focus on character builds, though.
There are several ways to customize your character. If you're a power ranger, you'll have the option to choose between various abilities, including rangers and dinosaurs. This allows you to create an individualized Power Ranger who can take on legendary villains and foil their plans. In addition to the free PDF download, you can also pre-order a physical copy of the game.
If you're a new player to the game, you'll be surprised at how easy it is to get started. First, you'll be given a free PDF download of the game's character build guide. This compendium provides an overview of all the available character builds. If you have any questions, you can visit the Renegade Game Studios website.