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Looking for a game that will unite instead of divide your family? How about one that includes collaborative play with every player working together toward the same goal?
Forbidden Island is an exciting cooperative game for two to four players. It pits a team of adventurers (the players) against an island. The adventurer's quest is to find four ancient artifacts on the island. The trick is the island is rigged to sink if anyone tries to take its treasures! The adventurers have to work together to find all four artifacts and make their way safely back to their helicopter to escape the island before the water rises.Sounds pretty exciting, right? It definitely is and it's no surprise why. The game was invented by Matt Leacock, the designer of another suspenseful game Pandemic.
The game is rated for ages 10 plus but we think kids a young as 7 could grasp the gameplay. It's easy to learn, challenging, and can be played pretty quick which is great for the attention spans of younger kids.
- Meant for 2-4 players.
- Gameplay takes about 30 minutes.
- There is no board. The game consists of 24 island tiles, a water meter, 58 cards, 4 treasure figurines, and 6 pawns (play pieces) with corresponding Adventurer Cards.
- All game components come in a tin the size of a standard hardcover book.
- Teaches strategic thinking, problem-solving, and cooperative play.
The game components are all high quality. The island tiles are made from sturdy cardboard with rounded corners. The art on the cards and tiles is beautiful and it creates an authentic island atmosphere for the game.
The island is created by first shuffling the tiles then placing them in rows that resemble an island. This makes the "board" different each time you play the game. Each tile has a corresponding flooded version in the 24 card Flood Deck. Each of the tiles represents a location on the island.
After the board is created, 6 of the Flood cards are flipped over.
As cards are drawn from the flood deck throughout the game, the corresponding tile is then flipped over to reveal the blue tinted version. This represents the location being flooded. If a flooded tile (or location) floods a second time via another of the same Flood cards being drawn later in the game the location essentially sinks. The tile and corresponding Flood card are then removed from the game.
Players select (or are dealt) 1 of the 6 Adventurer cards and then place their corresponding pawn on the assigned tile location. The Adventurer cards designate each player either a Diver (black), Pilot (blue), Engineer (red), Explorer (green), Messenger (white), and Navigator (yellow).
Next, 2 treasure cards are given to each player and the treasures or artifacts are placed on the board. Each treasure can be claimed at 2 different locations. Last, the water level is set on the water meter, it can be set higher or lower depending on the desired level of difficulty. The higher the water level the harder the difficulty.
For each turn, a player has up to 3 of 4 different action choices they can make
move to an adjacent tile in any direction
capture a treasure (a player must collect all 4 of the appropriate cards to seize a treasure)
give a treasure card to another player who happens to be on the same tile
or "shore up" the tile they are on or an adjacent submerged tile (the tile is then flipped from the flooded side back to the sunny dry side)
Every Adventurer card has a power that the player can use in the game. Here are some examples; the Engineer can shore up 2 flooded tiles as 1 action, the Pilot can move to any tile on the island once a turn for 1 action, and the Messager can give a Treasure card to a player without being on the same tile. These powers are very important to succeed in the game. Make sure you use the Adventurers powers wisely!
After a player takes 3 actions they will then draw 2 Treasure Cards and a number of Flood Cards that is equal to the current water level on the Water Meter.
The Treasure Cards are key to winning the game, and there are 4 treasures that the players must capture. Each of the "treasures" represents 1 of the 4 elements- Earth, Air, Fire, and Wind.
The players have to capture 4 of the same elemental Treasure Cards (eg. 4 fire) and then move to 1 of the 2 locations on the island that match that element; gardens for Air, caves for Fire, and so on. Then, a player can use 1 action to give up the 4 cards and capture the Treasure.
There are helpful cards mixed in the Treasure Cards deck like the Sandbag card, which can be used to shore up a tile any time not having to use an action to do it. But, there are Water Rise cards mixed in the deck as well which are not helpful at all!
When Water Rise cards are drawn 2 things happen, the Water Level goes up (which means more Flood Cards could need to be drawn every turn). And, all of the cards in the Flood discard pile must be shuffled and put on the top of the Flood Deck. This means any tile that flooded recently will flood again soon and be sunk and lost from the game.
For the players to win, all 4 Treasures have to be captured, all players have to move to the Fools Landing tile, and a Helicopter Lift card must be used to get off the island.
The tile sinking element creates many ways for the team of players to lose. Like the loss of the extraction point Fools Landing, gives the players no way to leave the island, or if the Water Level gets too high everyone drowns and the game is lost.
If it sounds like there are more ways to lose than there are ways to win, then you're right! This adds tension to the game and gives it a suspenseful atmosphere you see in adventure movies- Capture the treasure before you die trying!
Forbidden Island is fraught with collaborative strategic decision making. And while it's challenging it's also incredibly fun!
Forbidden Island Pros
- It's a cooperative game and it teaches teamwork and collaborative strategy.
- It's delightfully engaging and exciting.
- Forbidden Island is quick to play, a game takes about 30 minutes.
- Its unique tile island makes the "game board" different every time you play.
- It's a bit complex and challenging but still easy enough for kids as young as 7 to play and enjoy.
Forbidden Island Cons
This is a great cooperative game! And, I have to say on behalf of my family we loved everything about it. But know, there are many pitfalls in the game, people who are easily frustrated may not enjoy the gameplay because of this.
The Bottom Line on Forbidden Island
Forbidden Island is a refreshing break from other competitive games. It's a fun way to get families working together instead of against each other in more cutthroat games. It has lots of flexibility with the adjustable difficulty levels and the ability to create a different board configuration every time you play.
While the game says it's for ages 10+ we think kids as young as 7 can play and enjoy the game. If you're looking for a great value for money cooperative game that will challenge and excite you family, Forbidden Island is a great choice!
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- Join a team of fearless adventurers on a do-or-die mission to capture four sacred treasures from the ruins of this perilous paradise
- 2 to 4 players
- Strategic thinking, problem solving and cooperation required
- Ages 10 and up
- Playing time: 30 minutes
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3 World Titles at Ohio Star Ball World Pro-Am!
1st Place in World Pro-Am Open Latin A Championship (Emily with Evgeny)
1st Place in World Pro-Am Open
Latin Youth Championship
(Emily with Evgeny) Watch the interview!
2nd Place in World Pro-Am Rising Stars Open Rhythm B Championship (Donna with Evgeny)
Congratulations to Lynn, Donna and Emily who represented Siti Dance very well at the biggest Pro-Am competition in the world.
Congrats to all, keep up the good work!

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By Crescenzo Vellucci
Vanguard Sacramento Bureau
SACRAMENTO – The CA Dept. of Water Resources – facing allegations that a toxic atmosphere of racism, sexism and DWR corruption led to the Oroville Dam near collapse two years ago – lost a key motion to have that information kicked from a massive lawsuit by farmers, the city of Oroville and other residents.
Sacramento County Superior Court Judge James McFetridge, filing his decision on a DWR motion to strike those scurrilous allegations, made the ruling public Thursday after about a month of consideration, following a hearing last month.
In a complicated case involving at least three groups, plaintiffs have argued generally that the condition of the property – the Oroville Dam, whose near failure caused the evacuation of about 200,000 people – was a public "nuisance" caused by DWR malfeasance.
The scandalous allegations that caused DWR to file a motion to strike were those filed the City of Oroville, Akers Ranch and JEM Farms.
"Over the decades, DWR has perpetuated a toxic culture and hostile work environment at the Oroville Dam. DWR management at the Oroville Dam was openly hostile to women and minorities. This toxic culture has not only impacted its workers but also undermined the maintenance and safety of the dam," according to the plaintiffs filings.
The allegations declare that in 2010 or 2011 "supervisors at DWR condoned and allowed a noose to be hung at a meeting room used daily by DWR staff. It was directed at an African American employee. The noose remained there for two to three months in plain view of supervisors until the African-American employee took it down himself."
In a courtroom packed with seemingly dozens of lawyers and observers Feb. 15, DWR argued that the claims of racism and sexism were not relevant.
But the plaintiffs' legal team said DWR was "compromised…by a toxic culture that undermined the safety" of the dam, charging "we have witnesses that would testify about the "go along with the old boy network…the purpose of the suit is to get to truth of racism and sexism."
DWR countered in their filings and in February that the sole reason for the allegations in question was media, suggesting "the purpose is to diminish the public view of DWR and taint the jury pool."
The declarations filed by the plaintiffs were dramatic.
"As but another example of the atmosphere of workplace harassment, the same African American DWR employee at the dam found a doll hanging in his locker. It is believed that DWR has hired no more than one or two African Americans at the Oroville Dam over the past 20 years.
"In or around 2010, a white DWR employee told an African American employee that 'This job is not like picking cotton.' A DWR supervisor, Maury Miller was present and heard the racist comment, but took no action when confronted, stating 'I heard nothing.'" – "This African-American employee was also called '[the n-word],' but no action was taken by DWR management to address the racist behavior."
And, it continued: "DWR has also allowed sexual harassment against female employees to proceed with impunity," citing, "For example, one of the few female employees at Oroville Dam was constantly harassed by her male supervisors and counterparts.
"One supervisor repeatedly asked her out of lunch dates. She was exposed to graphic images, including a CPR mannequin posed in a sexual position at one of her worksites. DWR employees described a woman's conference attended by a female employee as a 'Dyke conference,' and regularly referred to female employees as dykes…when employees spoke up on behalf of the victims of harassment, they were at times physically threatened."
Plaintiffs also allege DWR supervisors stole state equipment and supplies for their personal use, and DWR senior management kept two sets of books….and that after the dam's failure they were ordered to destroy files relating to "key physical evidence of its inadequate maintenance" that may have led to the dam's problems.
"The ruling was a complete denial – a clear victory – of the Department of Water Resources motion. The net effect is that DWR will have to explain the toxic culture of sexism and racism which contributed to the dam safety failures. The full circumstances of what happened at the Oroville Dam will be exposed," said Niall P. McCarthy, plaintiff's attorney from the law firm of Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy, LLP.
The next hearing in what is expected to be a long court battle is April 5.


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DUGGAL | Technologically Shook
I have hit the point in the semester where I could not bring myself to care less about things even if I tried. I thought I hit that point two weeks ago; unfortunately, I was wrong, and here I am, eating ice cream out of a tub in the middle of Klarman Atrium. I can feel even the statues frowning at my life decisions. Two weeks ago, I wrote a horrific column on something related to technology and how people make it out to be worse than it is and why that was a narrow way to look at a complex topic, especially one that is not going anywhere just by having us wish it away. Quite frankly, I hated it, and I would like to apologize to anyone who's eyes might have perused those particular set of words.


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To be most effective in counseling clients – whether it's consulting or litigation – a lawyer needs to learn how the client operates its business. I do this by studying my client's business as well as its culture. Obviously, it's my job to get the best result for the client, but in doing so I also do my best to make the corporate counsel's job – and their life – easier.
Kellen Mathews has a diverse practice, where he focuses on litigation, administrative and regulatory matters, and government contracting. His litigation experience spans numerous areas of law including commercial litigation, construction, labor and employment, products liability, and personal injury. He has tried multiple cases to verdict, including obtaining a defense verdict in a jury trial in federal court.
Calling on skills honed in his litigation practice as well as his knowledge of administrative procedure, Kellen also represents clients in regulatory actions, often appearing in administrative matters before Louisiana's Division of Administrative Law.
Kellen helps clients navigate highly nuanced government procurement and public bid processes. He assists clients in industries ranging from health care to construction and disaster remediation in applying for, challenging, and defending contract awards. Additionally, Kellen represents vendors in negotiating and obtaining mutually acceptable resolutions of contractual disputes with government agencies.
" I take ownership of a client's issues. I take them home with me, and am constantly thinking of how to achieve the best result for the client. I pride myself on being accessible to clients, and I work until the matter is resolved. "
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In the community, Kellen is a member of the Board of Directors for the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH), the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. LEH maintains a singular presence throughout Louisiana as the only private nonprofit dedicated to making an impact in the cultural and education sectors in all 64 Louisiana parishes.
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- Best Lawyers® Lawyer of the Year in Baton Rouge – Administrative/Regulatory Law, 2024
- Louisiana Rising Stars® (by Thomson Reuters) Civil Litigation: Defense 2016-2023
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- Best Lawyers® - Administrative/Regulatory Law, Commercial Litigation, Government Contracts, Labor Law - Management
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- Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, Board of Directors (2020 - present)
- Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel, Board of Directors (2022)
- Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Council, At-Large Member (2012-2017)
- Louisiana State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Diversity Committee, Chair (2012-2017)
- International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC), Member
- Committee of 100 for Economic Development, Executive Committee Member
- Baton Rouge Area Chamber (BRAC) Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Member
- Urban League of Louisiana, Board of Directors
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Kellen interned for the Honorable Terri Love in the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans and, following law school, clerked for the Honorable Harry F. Randow in the Ninth Judicial District Court for the Parish of Rapides.


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By Staff Report | NASCAR.com
Matt DiBenedetto revealed Thursday on social media that he will not return to Leavine Family Racing for the 2020 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season.
This is DiBenedetto's fifth full-time season in the Monster Energy Series, but his first with LFR. The Grass Valley, California, native had 163 Monster Energy Series starts at the time of his announcement.
Four of DiBenedetto's eight career top-10 finishes have come this season with LFR, including his only two top-five finishes in NASCAR's premier series. The top fives came at Sonoma Raceway and New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Plus, he finished sixth at Watkins Glen International earlier this month.
Leavine Family Racing is affiliated with Joe Gibbs Racing, an alliance that began this season with LFR switching manufacturers to Toyota.


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First Uruguayan to win an Academy Award, for composing a song
In the Renaissance, the word musical harmony began to be used as we know it. At the beginning of the twentieth century, the musical avant-gardes were ready to rethink rhythm and formal principles of composition. Music, art that manifests itself as a form of cultural expression, consists in conceiving and producing structured sequences of sounds that can vary in intensity and timbre, human voice and instrumentation. This is what you can perceive in the songs of Jorge Drexler.
In 2004, he won wide acclaim after becoming the first Uruguayan to win an Academy Award, for composing a song for The Motorcycle Diaries. His mother is a Christian of mixed descent, but he does not follow any organized religion. His father fled to Uruguay with his family to escape the Holocaust. Jorge Drexler https://www.jorgedrexler.com/ was born in Montevideo in 1964, studied medicine and became an otolaryngologist.
He began playing piano at age five, before attending guitar and composition classes, becoming a doctor like both of his parents. In 1996, Jorge Drexler https://www.facebook.com/JorgeDrexlerOficial/photos/d41d8cd9/2390472434404962/ went to Spain to record the album Vaivén, with Spanish musicians. In 2001, he also co-wrote two songs for a Spanish singer.
Apart from love, his songs tell you reflections about identity, race and religions. His music is a combination of Uruguayan traditional music, which results in very personal compositions. His albums were recorded in Uruguay, with Uruguayan musicians. In 2008, Jorge Drexler https://www.instagram.com/drexlerjorge/?hl=it released a double live album, recorded in diverse concerts in Spain. During 2009, he worked with Colombian performer Shakira on some Spanish-language versions of her singles.
If you want to get to know international music scene, you can type http://meetingbenches.com/category/music/. The property of the images that appear in this blog correspond to their authors. The sole purpose of this site is to spread the knowledge of these artists and that other people enjoy their works.


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VIP Luncheon to mark 'Team Brazil Warm-Up' at Cannes Lions
A VIP Luncheon will mark a 'Team Brazil Warm-Up' at the Cannes Lions advertising festival this week. The event will be held tomorrow (Wednesday 18 June) at Pierre Cardin's Bubble House from 1-5pm.
The luncheon will be hosted by ABEDESIGN and APRO, which first implemented FilmBrazil in 2003, and the event is organised in partnership with APEX and Estadão. The luncheon will offer a nod to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil by offering Brazilian food, cocktails and DJ performances.
"The Brazilian advertising and design industries are siblings in spirit with the Cannes Lions Festival," said Anna Carolina Maccarone, Executive Manager at ABEDESIGN.
"We are so excited to present a taste of Brazil to the beauty of Cannes - and when I say 'taste,' I really mean something that appeals to all the senses, which is in line with the Brazilian sensibility."
Cannes Lions is the world's leading advertising festival and is routinely attended by 12,000 people from nearly a hundred different countries.
To read The Location Guide's report about the impact of the World Cup on Brazil's advertising industry click here.


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Royal Cheese Auto
This new autoflowering variety emanates a very pungent aroma and strong taste of sour cheese, earth, and spices. Unlike the original, however, Royal Cheese Auto is ready to harvest in just 10 weeks post-germination.
This strain will grow to a maximum height of around 100cm. Though some heavy-yielding plants may reach this size, most will be shorter than this. If grown under prime conditions, it will yield generously, providing up to 210g/plant outdoors and 475g/m² indoor.
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Canola that flowers longer in response to hail may be at increased risk of sclerotinia. Hail damage also allows a point of entry for diseases such as alternaria black spot and blackleg. Fungicides may help reduce the development of diseases but make sure the remaining yield potential warrants protection and conditions remain conducive to disease development. Also consider the possible impact of delayed maturity, as fall frost damage could negate the potential benefits of the fungicide application.
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Lisa Stansfield – Live @ The Palladium
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Saturday 21st April, London
The infectious soul and R&B singer-songwriter Lisa Stansfield was extremely successful with her first solo album Affection. She's won endless awards, sold over twenty million albums worldwide and is still adored by audiences wherever she goes. She's seen as a captivating and exuberant artist.
At this Palladium performance, amidst a beautiful Spring heatwave, Lisa was supported by the lively and colourful Israeli singer Irit whose talented band gave an international feel to her music with guitar, percussion and accordion.
It didn't take long for the audience's warmth and affection for Lisa Stansfield to reveal itself. Supported by her tight nine strong backing band a catchy 'Everything' was followed by the bluesy passion of 'Deeper' and by the third number, 'Never, Never Gonna Give You Up', the entire audience was standing.
Lisa sang impressive fresh songs from her latest eighth album Deeper together with timeless classic hits. The gutsy and emotional 'Hole In My Heart' contrasted with a rocky 'Hercules' and 'The Real Thing' had the same joyful energy.
Sensuous 'All Woman' had charm and elegance and 'Real Love' maintained its smouldering mystery and seduction. 'All Around The World' was her distinctive and instantly recognisable signature tune.
Lisa Stansfield was once a bubbly young lass from Rochdale in Lancashire and there's still nobody quite like her. Stunning, sexy, dynamic and completely convincing. She's someone authentic who's still a bit special and makes you feel good.


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Russia must abide by the European Union's internal market rules and stop offering widely varying prices to its member states, EU Energy Commissioner Guenther Oettinger said.
Oettinger's remarks are the latest turn in a gas pricing row between Russia and the EU that is becoming increasingly political.
The Kremlin on Tuesday banned its strategic companies, such as gas export monopoly Gazprom, from disclosing information to foreign regulators after the European Commission started an antitrust investigation into Gazprom's activities.
"The Russian partners have to accept our European Union rules," Oettinger told an energy conference in Vilnius on Friday, when asked about the Kremlin's decision.
Major natural gas exporters, such as Russia, Norway and Qatar, sell their gas mostly under long-term contracts that are linked to oil prices.
The European Commission is investigating Gazprom, which is more than 50 percent owned by the Russian state, over suspicions that it was hindering the free flow of gas across the EU and imposing unfair prices on its customers.
"All gas exporters, be it from Russia or Norway, Algeria or Qatar, have to accept our internal market rules," Oettinger said. "The Russian partners understand our rules, but they don't accept them all. It is a different culture."
Oil prices have remained stubbornly high despite the weak global economy, squeezing European power and gas suppliers that have buy at prices linked to oil and then sell to their customers at lower retail prices.
Gazprom, the world's biggest exporter of pipeline gas, and Qatar, the leading exporter of liquefied natural gas, have given in to customer pressure in recent weeks and reduced their prices in renegotiated contracts.
"Vladimir Putin knows very well that Russia has to accept the rules of our internal market with 500 million consumers. It's the biggest business case for Gazprom," Oettinger said.
The European Union receives more than a quarter of its gas from Russia, but Gazprom is even more reliant on European revenues, with about 80 percent of its gas being sold to Europe.
Russian Prices Must Vary Less
Oettinger also said that Russian gas prices to the EU member states should not vary greatly. "It can't be that [Russian] gas in some member states is up to 30 percent cheaper than in other member states," he added.
But Oettinger added that the EU's move was not designed to punish Gazprom. "It's not an instrument against Gazprom," he said. "We want to continue our relationship with Gazprom … with equal conditions for each member state," he said.
Lithuania, where Oettinger made the comments, totally depends on Russian gas imports and has long complained that Gazprom charges it higher prices than it does for Germany, despite the gas having to be transported for a shorter distance.
The Baltic state was one of the countries to have asked the European Commission to look into Gazprom's pricing policies. Its government has also been fighting to diversify its energy supplies and implement new EU rules on gas company ownership.
Lithuania has also said that it viewed higher gas prices as a punishment for its plans to implement EU gas market rules that will separate gas supply and transportation assets to allow more competition.
That move would mean that Gazprom, which owns a third of integrated Lithuanian gas utility Lietuvos Dujos, would have to give up ownership of gas transport pipelines.
Gazprom argues that this demand for "unbundling" would require a forced sale that amounted to expropriation and views its Lithuanian business as a test case for other parts of Europe.
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The Constitution of the United States is considered as the central instruments which can be used as the supreme law of the land. It has been used as a guide over a period of 200 years in the evolution of the government institutions, political stability, individual freedom and the growth in the social and the economic progress. The Constitution of the USA has been emulated as a model for some other constitutions around the world.
The path in which the constitution took was not straight, and it does not mean that it was easy either. After the draft had been made in 1787, an intense debate arose about six years with the existing federal union at the time. A declaration was made in the 13 colonies of the British as the American was declared to be independent in 1776. A fatal war broke out, which lasted for six years and afterwards the American nations came together and designated the Article Confederation and the Perpetual Union. The article was adapted mainly by the congress of the states in the year 1777. After the constitution had been made, it aimed at creating a strong elected government that would be responsive to the will of the people.
The constitution did what the Articles of Confederation had initially tried to do only that this time there was a strong federal government, which had broad powers that were used to regulate the relations of the states and with sole responsibilities in the areas of foreign affairs and the defense. When the constitution was compared with the contemporary government, it was noted that there were challenges that could stand in the way of thegoverning 4 million people with less developed conditions. The constitution created a platform not only for the presentbut the future. The declaration of the independence was the foundation of the Americans political tradition. It announced the decision that was made and which stipulated that 13 Americans colonies were to separate themselves from the British colonies. The constitution was able to achieve the unification of the United States of America.
The Federalists was the first political party in the United States of America, and it was led by Alexander Hamilton. Nevertheless, the party was being led by Albeit at first although in secrecy. They were the first people who were able to support the constitution, and they made several attempts that were supposed to convince the States that they needed to ratify the document. The Federalists supported the constitution, and they claimed that it was supposed to stay without the inclusion of the bill of right, but the anti-federalism argued that the bill of right needed to be included so that it can limit the powers given by the parliament.
After Washington had been convinced by the strong national government, he attended the Constitutional Convention. The convention of the delegates had assumed that Washington would bechosen as the first president under the new constitution, and so they advocated for a strong executive, was distrusted by most of the Americans. To solve this, the opinions that Washington issued on the power that was to be given to the president, shaped up everything and his support was widely acknowledged. He pointed out to the Anti-Federalist Patrick Henry that, the constitution was the best thing to begained, and the union would only await their choice. He was able to support the constitution as he knew that there were high chances that he would be elected as the first president to rule under the constitution.
A constitution cannot become real if there is no institution to implement it. The aim of the constitution is to assist a nation to be governed in a fair and a just environment through maintenance of the protocol and order. George Washington advocated for this as he was using the strong executive powers to show that he is a trustworthy person. He sought advice and contents of the Senate in making appointments and executive treaties. For a nation to prosper, it needs to have a constitution on the right hands like those of Washington.
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President-elect Trump's Latest Selections for his Cabinet
President-elect Donald Trump first three picks are in for his Cabinet.
FOX's Jon Decker has more from the White House:
President-elect Donald Trump has offered the position of Attorney General to a loyalist who was the first Senator to accept endorse him.
Senator Jeff Sessions, ranked by the National Journal as the fifth-most conservative Senator, had a long career in the law before before being elected to the Senate in 1996. Prior to that he served as U.S.�Attorney for Alabama's Southern District as also served two years as Alabama Attorney General.
Sessions, a member of the Senate Armed Service Committee, served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 13 years, attaining the rank of Captain.
One problem for Sessions may be some racially insensitive remarks he admits to making, which led him to withdraw his name for a federal judgeship.
Three-term Kansas Congressman Mike Pompeo, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, also served on the House Select Benghazi Committee to investigate the tragic events in Benghazi, Libya.
He�graduated first in his class from West Point and then served as a cavalry officer in the Fourth Infantry Division.
After leaving active duty, Pompeo graduated from Harvard Law School, he entered the business world, founding a company that provided components for commercial and military aircraft.
And if�confirmed by the Senate, Pompeo would take control of a spy agency that has played a very critical role in fighting ISIS.
One of the first former Generals to support Donald Trump's presidential campaign has been chosen by the President-elect to serve as National Security Advisor.
Retired Lt. General Michael Flynn, a registered Democrat, was Mr. Trump's main national security adviser during his campaign.
Flynn was fired after serving only two years as chief of the Defense Intelligence Agency after reportedly clashing with superiors over his vision for the agency.
Flynn believes radical Islam poses an existential threat to the U.S. and has advocated a closer U.S. relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
At the White House, Jon Decker, FOX News.


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According to a recent report by Global Market Insights, the digital health and wellness market was estimated to be worth over USD $106 billion in 2019. And with 2020's global pandemic expediting the need for digital health technologies, the industry is predicted to grow by a steady 28.5% up to 2026.
The healthcare sector has been innovating since the industrial revolution — earlier, even. But the era of digital transformation is leading to rapid evolution across all facets of health and wellness. So, here's our snapshot of the digital healthcare trends that are reshaping the medical landscape today.
Research by the CDC in the U.S. has found that six in 10 adults suffer from at least one chronic disease, with four in 10 dealing with two or more. Chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease and cancer, are the leading cause of disability and mortality in the world today, costing the USA over $5,000 per person, annually. That's around 75% of the country's annual healthcare fund.
Innovative apps that help users curb the habits associated with chronic disease, such as smoking and alcohol consumption, sleep deprivation, poor diet and lack of exercise, are now big business. In fact, according to a report by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the fitness app market is expected to grow from USD $3,312.58 million in 2019 to USD $13,016.77 million by the end of 2025. The biggest area of growth being the diet and nutrition niche.
Some of the top apps for avoiding harmful behaviours and promoting health-beneficial actions — according to doctors and dieticians — are Runkeeper; which tracks mileage and pace while exercising, Sleepscore; which aims to ease users into healthier sleeping habits and Fitbit; which comes with a watch equipped with heart-rate monitoring, exercise and sleep tracking, and calorie consumption. Then there are a plethora of mindfulness apps in the market which target users' mental wellbeing, with the aim of reducing stress — one of the most significant precursors of chronic disease in the modern world.
Telehealth broadly refers to remote solutions which track a patient's health status and alert their healthcare practitioner to any changes which require attention. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a radical shift in how we go about our everyday lives, including how we receive — and deliver — healthcare. Doctors' surgeries and hospitals have had to rethink how they interact with their patients, driving innovations in remote health and wellness tech.
This has the potential to benefit almost everyone but, particularly, those who are elderly/vulnerable and have been shielding during the global outbreak, and people that live in remote areas who aren't within easy reach of a physician. What's more, in a world where people are increasingly time poor, being able to access healthcare anytime, from anywhere, is becoming more a real priority for the individual.
Telemedicine software has the capability to provide distant monitoring of things such as pacemakers, as well as enabling the management of ongoing conditions while also being able to integrate with the IT ecosystems of healthcare providers and insurers — thus providing a more holistic patient overview.
VR technologies are being adopted across a breadth of sectors for their experiential capabilities. Now, medical professionals are exploring the potential of virtual reality to alleviate symptoms of pain and stress. Particularly in clinical settings, during traumatic medical procedures.
The NCBI found that, during trials where VR technologies were used in typically painful operations, participants reported less pain, less stress and, overall, less anxiety about the situation. They also expressed a desire to use the technology again in the future, on the basis of these positive results.
It's not yet fully understood why immersive VR might have a pain and trauma-reducing effect, but it's thought that VR simulates drug-based analgesia by acting on the emotional cognitive and attentional processes of the body's pain systems.
It's predicted that the AI healthcare market will top USD $34 billion by 2025. So powerful is AI technology, it's considered to be the linchpin of future medical innovation, with investors queueing to pour money into this cutting-edge market. And it's not just diagnostics, therapy and customer service roles that AI's useful for. One application of artificial intelligence which patients/users may already be familiar with is virtual healthcare assistants and chatbots. These digital health and wellness aids are already being used by many organisations and the chatbot market is expected to reach over USD $300 million by 2023.
Where this technology's real potential lies, however, is in precision digital healthcare, gene work, imaging and drug discovery — something which has held particular significance recently. With AI, the healthcare sector can benefit from rapid and accurate discovery, diagnostics and treatment, down to the most minute detail that would be impossible for humans alone to achieve. Cancer, in particular, is an area where AI — with its ability to rapidly analyse pathological imaging — could make huge leaps in diagnoses and drug discovery.
Contrary as it may seem to talk about the treatment of digital addiction in a list of digital health and wellness innovations, the proliferation of technology may have its drawbacks. For our physical, mental health and social health too.
A Pew study found that 77% of Americans go online every single day, with 43% surfing the internet several times a day. And children between the ages of eight and 10 spend around eight hours a day using various forms of digital media.
To try and restore balance, Google has created Experiments With Google; a collection of tools, ideas and tests to help innovators create technology that inspires users to build a better relationship with digital tech. It provides open-source code which is intended as a jumping-off point for developers to start thinking about designing digital applications more responsibly. This includes ideas for managing phone usage and screen time, digital detoxes, ways to transform the look of mobile devices so that they're less attention-seeking and tools for managing notifications.
The internet has revolutionised how we live our lives in myriad ways. It was only a matter of time before healthcare became digitised too. In the wake of a year of social distancing, the importance of digital health and wellness tools has never been more apparent. AI-powered medical healthtech will revolutionise the treatment of diseases that have evaded science for a hundred years. But with these developments comes the need to protect ourselves from technology too.
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Friday Photo Fun: April 29, 2016
Match the arrestee with the item they allegedly stole.
APRIL 29--For today's "Friday Photo Fun" game, readers must examine five mug shots and match up the suspects with the merchandise they allegedly swiped (Rachel Ray Nutrish dog food, two pieces of cheesecake, Rocky III DVD, Metamucil, fishing pole).
Just click and drag the items into the respective boxes below each suspect. Then click the "submit" arrow.


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Sonora is a Mexican restaurant and mezcal bar inspired by the thriving restaurant scene in Mexico's City's cool neighbourhoods of Roma and Condesa. It's from the team behind Bondi's Taqiza and Carbon.
The menu is inspired by the cuisine of Sonora, a coastal state in Mexico's north-west that shares a border with the US (the states of Arizona and New Mexico), where flour tortillas are preferred over corn tortillas. Executive chef Juan Carlos (Three Blue Ducks) is originally from Baja California (the state just west of Sonora), and uses his grandmother's recipe to make flour tortillas on a special machine brought back from the US.
Sonora is all about the Tacos Chingones (literally "bad-ass tacos") menu, which has options ranging from flat-iron steak to wild mushrooms with zucchini flowers. The dish we predict will ignite interest is the New-York-meets-New-Mexico-inspired Wagyu-pastrami burrito. The tortilla is loaded with layers of pastrami from Belmore salumi-maker Quattro Stelle, plus house-made coriander-and-cabbage sauerkraut, chipotle mustard and black beans.
You won't see any sugar skulls, sombreros and Frida Kahlo's here. Sonora deliberately steers away from cliched iconography in favour of an experience that's truer to what you might find in Mexico itself. The interiors by Guru Projects (Reign, Went to See the Gypsy) are designed to look rough: unfinished, but also elegant.
The bar seats five and is framed by mezcals and tequilas. The bar menu hinges on four kinds of Margaritas. All other cocktails come with a Mexican twist, such as the Tamale Negroni: it's made with Four Pillars gin infused with corn, butter and vanilla, and sprinkled with dried pasilla chilli. The wine list follows a natural and organic theme, with a focus on Australian-owned companies, while all the beers are from Mexico.
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Akshay Talwar had just finished welcoming upwards of three dozen guests to not one but two ribbon-cutting ceremonies at The Preserve, a luxurious 66-unit independent supportive and assisted living facility on the 30-acre Briarcliffe Campus in Johnston.
Talwar sat in a beautiful blue easy chair and announced with a smile: "NOW, we are open!"
Amid a delegation of noted officials, including Rhode Island Gov. Daniel J. McKee, Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena, former Warwick Mayor Joseph W. Walsh and William Murphy, Esq., former speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, Talwar unveiled his latest addition to the 30-acre campus that visitors emphasized "is impressive in appearance and in design and looking unlike any other assisted living and independent living community in the state."
"When it came to the design, we wanted our residents to feel like they were at a high-end condominium resort," Talwar told his guests. "We thought of so many different details, floor to ceiling windows at the end of every corridor to bring light in, cozy and inviting spaces on every floor to enjoy a book or conversation and the color scheme we chose was designed to make people feel serene and safe."
For Talwar, the 50,000 square foot project that broke ground in the fall of 2019 and is now open for new senior citizen residents, The Preserve at Briarcliffe is a dream come true that actually began back in the 1980s.
The project has grown into a multi-building center that provides residents the ability to age-in-place with a five-star award-winning skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility and two memory care assisted living residences.
McKee, who toured the entire facility located deep in the picturesque woods of Johnston off Old Pocasset Road, said he was impressed with The Preserve prior to helping Talwar cut the official opening red ribbon.
"I am happy for the entire Briarcliffe team – staff and residents alike – on their new facility," McKee said to start his remarks. "It is clear that significant thought and effort went into this project. This great development comes at a time when we are emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. The team here has gone above and beyond over the past year to keep residents safe and support Rhode Island's efforts to beat this virus. I am thrilled to see that the culture and passion that has always existed at Briarcliffe still remains, thanks to the dedicated staff and friendly residents."
As Talwar later told McKee, Polisena and other guests: "Many talented hands and minds came together to complete this stunning and state of the art facility, including D.F. Pray, DiPrete Engineering, NEMD Architects and Bank RI just to name a few.'
Likewise, the famous "Team NiRope" – now just brothers Ron and Pete Cardi, since the passing of Nick Cardi – has also played an important role in furnishing the Briarcliffe Campus over the years. New residents have the option to include styled furniture, carefully selected by the design team, upon move-in.
The Preserve apartments are available for occupancy in various styles including studio and one-bedroom apartments with private patios and balconies. Sizes vary but all units have kitchenettes with stunning quartz countertops, beautifully designed drapes, closets outfitted from The Container Store and accessible bathrooms.
Perhaps Polisena, who after being part of the official ribbon cutting ceremony and presented Talwar with an Official Commendation from his beloved Town of Johnston, said it best: "The Preserve is beautiful! I am very impressed with the quality of the project and very happy that Akshay Talwar has once again invested in our town."
The Briarcliffe Campus boasts a 60-year presence in Rhode Island providing quality care to seniors. Now the community presents The Preserve, bringing a new level of care and comfort to those looking for an upscale and opulent senior community featuring endless activities., high quality food and the assurance of safety for those in need.
More information can be found at the Briarcliffe website.
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The Examination Library consists of the following types of documents:
- Inspector's documents;
- Council's documents;
- Representor's documents - Stage 1 and Representor's documents - Stage 2;
- Submission documents sent to the Planning Inspectorate Wednesday 31 January 2018;
- Post-Submission documents
A complete list of the documents relevant to the Examination is available in the Examination library index. The documents in this examination library will help support the examination through-out its duration.
The Programme Officer (PO) is responsible for ensuring that all documentation for the examination is recorded and made available to the public via the examination library. When the PO makes these documents available, we will upload them to these pages.


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While his future may be uncertain with the UFC, Khabib Nurmagomedov may follow Conor McGregor's path by calling out Floyd Mayweather.
The current UFC lightweight champion currently has his purse withheld and is on a temporary suspension for his role in a post-fight brawl at UFC 229 last weekend, and Nurmagomedov called out Mayweather via an Instagram video.
In the video posted by Mayweather CEO Leonard Ellerbe, Nurmagomedov said: "Let's go Floyd. We have to fight now: 50-0 versus 27-0.
"We are two guys who never lose. (But) in the jungle there is only one king. Of course, I am the king because he cannot drop McGregor but I drop him easily. Let's go."
Both Khabib and Ellerbe were in Russia for the World Boxing Super Series event, where Mayweather promotions prospect Andrew Tabiti advanced in the cruiserweight tournament with a win over Russia's undefeated Ruslan Fayfer.
With Mayweather eyeing a two fight return involving Manny Pacquiao and Nurmagomedov's status in the air, who knows what the future would hold for either fighter.
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Wicklow Mountains National Park
Cleaning contract tenders are invited to clean offices at the National Parks & Wildlife service office for Wicklow Mountains National Park at Kilafin, Laragh. For copies of specifications, conditions and tender forms please email firstname.lastname@example.com. Wicklow Mountains National Park, Kilafin, Laragh. Closing date for receipt of tenders 3pm Friday, 9th of July 2021.
Brockagh Market
Our second, outdoor only, Brockagh Market of 2021 is back on Sun the 11th of July. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm with free entry(limited parking).
The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening 10th July until 9am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600(Mon-Fri 9am to 2pm) or email email@example.com.
Social distancing and masks must be worn in accordance with government guidelines.
Brockagh Resource Centre
Unfortunately due to the delay in government restrictions lifting, we will not be able to open the centre for the month of July. We apologise for any inconvenience but unfortunately it's out of our hands.
Clothes Bank & Recycling Service
Give your unwanted clothes to the Brockagh Resource Centre clothes bank, located at the back of the building. All proceeds are in aid of the centre's maintenance. You can also empty your glass and drink cans in the other recycle banks too.
If you wish to make a booking call (0404) 45600 or email email@example.com. Check out up to date information on our website at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie or check us out on FB and Twitter
AA Meetings Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night all year round.
Walking group in the Brockagh
On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the Laragh walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around Glendalough area for approximately one hour.


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Lady Chatterley's Lover, Fifty Shades Of Grey, Normal People And The Intimate Adventures Of A London Call Girl, have emerged among a list of the 20 most erotic novels of all time, according to research conducted among the UK's female population.
The study, by research and insights agency Perspectus Global, found almost half (45 percent) of British females claim they have consumed more erotic literature over the last year.
In fact, a fifth (20 percent) of UK females would rather read an erotic novel than watch a sexy film or pornography.
However, one in ten (11 percent) confessed that they and their partner have enjoyed reading steamy novels to each other.
And the nationwide poll of 2,000 women revealed a list of the raunchiest reads of all time, with runaway sensation Fifty Shades of Grey coming out trumps (voted for by 39 percent of respondents).
Written by British author EL James in 2011, it topped bestseller lists across the world, and is credited with making erotic literature mainstream and removing stigma about enjoying the escapism of a steamy book.
Other tawdry tales that Brits love include The Intimate Adventures of a London Call Girl – later adapted to a film called The Secret Life of a Call Girl – which comprised of blogs written by Dr. Brooke Magnanti, under the pen name Belle De Jour.
And in third place is I Am Woman by Ann Bannon (14 percent), the lesbian pulp fiction novel written in 1959 which is widely said to have been years ahead of its time.
Also on the list were Lady Chatterley's Lover by DH Lawrence which caused a scandal when published in 1928 and was eventually banned for several years after his publishers were ordered to stop printing by the courts.
The 1982 blockbuster, Lace by Shirley Conran also featured in the list, a novel about four friends looking back over their early lives in detail and attributed with paving the way for a generation of smutty books written with style, attitude, and a sense of humour.
Little wonder then, perhaps, that a third (32 percent) of women say they tend to gravitate towards steamy reads they are feeling bored.
Overall, more than a fifth (21 percent) of women have been listening to erotic podcasts more often over the past year and 16 percent have found themselves reading raunchy blogs for the first time.
36 percent claim it's a great way to escape from daily life temporarily, while 50 percent love the thrill of reading something naughty, and 16 percent have been doing so to spice up their own love life.
And almost a quarter (24 percent) agree that the Fifty Shades of Grey series has made it more acceptable to buy and read an erotic book and made them more confident about doing so.
The study found that Norwich is the erotic literature capital of the UK, where half (50 percent) of city dwellers say their appetite for steamy novels has grown in the last year. In joint second place were Bristol (48 percent), and Leeds (48 percent)
- The Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy by EL James- 39%
- The Intimate Adventures of a London Call Girl by Belle De Jour -25%
- I Am a Woman by Ann Bannon -24%
- Call Me by Your Name by André Aciman- 18%
- The Time Traveller's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger – 17%
- Lady Chatterley's Lover by DH Lawrence -16%
- Lace by Shirley Conran -15%
- Three Women by Lisa Taddeo -15%
- The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory – 10%
- Fingersmith by by Sarah Waters – 10%
- Normal People by Sally Rooney -10%
- The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty by Anne Rice -9%
- The Rough Riders Series: Long Hard Ride by Lorelei James -8%
- Forever by Judy Bloom -8%
- Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy -8%
- Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx – 7%
- The Viscount who Loved Me by Tessa Dare – 7%
- Mount! By Jilly Cooper – 7%
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If you're in need of extra cash, you may be considering a car title loan in Millsboro Delaware. Title loans are a type of secured personal loan that you can get based on the value of your car. They can help you pay off bills and take care of other financial needs. If you've been wondering if title loans in Millsboro Delaware are right for you, keep reading to learn more about these loans.
Title Loans Milford DE
If you are in need of fast money, a title loan in Millsboro may be just what you need. Millsboro title loan services match customers with lenders and help them gather the necessary documents. The interest rates are usually around 25% per month. You can get your money without going through a credit check. If you have bad credit, you may want to look into other options. If you are looking for the easiest way to borrow money, a title loan in Millsboro Delaware might be for you.
When you need money fast, title loans in Millsboro Delaware are the best way to get it. These loans in Delaware can be approved in as little as 24 hours. All you have to do is keep up with your payments, and you can keep your car in the state of Delaware. You can also find different locations in Delaware that offer title loans. You can use the Internet to find one near you. A title loan in Millsboro Delaware is quick and easy to apply for, and they offer competitive rates.
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Car title loans are a great way to get fast cash when you need it. They require the borrower to pledge their vehicle as collateral for the loan, similar to pawning an item. Because the borrower keeps the car while making repayments, they are often a good option for those who have bad credit. However, there are some things to keep in mind before applying for a car title loan. Here are some tips that will help you make the best decision.
When applying for a car title loan in Millsboro, Delaware, be aware that these companies operate under local law, so they are required to transfer your information to the police department before processing your loan application. Most companies offer a 10 to 90-day grace period before requiring collateral. This means that if you are in need of money immediately, you should still be able to take out a car title loan in Millsboro.
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While auto title loans are less common, they are still available. You should shop around to get the best deal, as some lenders will offer a lower rate for car equity loans. If you have good credit and a decent amount of equity in your car, you can get an auto equity loan. Just make sure you can make the payments. You'll also need to know the value of your car and how much you owe on it.
Title Pawn Milford DE
If you have an unexpected expense, and you need fast cash, a title pawn might be your best option. These loans are easy to get and require no credit checks, but they also have high interest rates. And if you don't pay back the loan on time, you could lose your car. So what are the benefits of title pawns? Here are some things to know.
Thousands of residents live in millsboro, with average annual income of about $26,000. On average, tenants spend $900 a month on rent. Property values are low, and homeowners often face financial hardships when they need to pay unexpected bills. And with low property values, calamities can strike anyone, leaving them with little or no cash. Title pawns in Millsboro can help you overcome this situation.
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One on the most famous actresses to have ever graced the silver screen, Carole Lombard started of =, and made her way up through the film industry at a steady pace. First she = as a dancer, then onto silent films, where she began to hone her comedy skills. Most of these were minor parts, but there were some starring roles here and here. By the end of the 1920s, she was beginning to be cast in early talkies, as a supporting lead to players like Robert Armstrong and William Boyd.
Lombard quickly rose to prominence with her gifted acting and = comedic skills, and soon nabbed the lead parts in many films. Soon she was the top-billed name at the front, towering over everyone else, either to the friendly congratulations or [pissed-off =] of her fellow cast members. She worked with just about everyone, from Bing Crosby, to Cary Grant, Clark Gable, Jimmy Stewart, George Raft, and of course William Powell, her first husband and co-star of some of her most famous movies.
She was known for her fiery personality, and working well with her fellow actors. If she wasn't enjoying a film shoot so much, she'd play jokes, and if she didn't share much chemistry with her romantic lead, she'd pester them until they did.
Carole was on top of the world with her new = status, and while she occasionally dipped her toes into other genres, like straight drama or horror (to mixed success, with some lauding such efforts, while others being labelled the absolute worst of her career, by contemporary critics). This culminated in 1942s To Be or Not to Be It was the last picture she made before her tragic death in a plane crash, in 1942. She was survived by her second husband Clark Gable, and left behind = . Her life was cut far too short, and one wonders/can't help but wonder what else she would've done had she not passed away at such an age. If she managed to do so much in such a short amount of time, we can freely imagine she'd have conquered the world!
Carole Lombard's legacy as a performer are her dozens of hilarious and romantic films. Some are better or worse than others, of course, but all are worth watching when she's in the driver's seat...


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BSens Lose Three Straight
After an electrifying 2-0-0 start to the season, the Belleville Senators completely flopped this past week - losing all three matches against Rochester and Springfield (x2). There's a lot to unpack this week, so let's get into it.
Belleville kicked things off with a nailbiting overtime loss to the Rochester Americans. In my season preview, I predicted that Rochester could be a team that dropped out of the playoff race, losing high flying forwards like JJ Peterka and Jack Quinn to the NHL. It would appear that thought was premature.
A familiar feeling was in the Belleville dressing room Wednesday evening, though, as they once again were unable to maintain a lead. The first period of this contest saw the two teams exchange five goals, with Belleville heading into the first intermission with a 3-2 lead courtesy of Angus Crookshank, Viktor Lodin and Rourke Chartier. Unfortunately the Americans had two goals left in them - one in the third period, one in overtime - to take this one 4-3.
is Angus Crookshank gonna be the first forward called up from Belleville this season? pic.twitter.com/szUZbaVChO
— Sens Prospects (@SensProspects) October 20, 2022
Over the weekend, Belleville had a back-to-back with the Springfield Thunderbirds. On Friday, the score looks far worse than the actual game. While the T-Birds ran away with a 5-2 victory, every other metric was relatively close. Belleville came up against strong special teams and a steady goaltender that stopped them from being able to bury more than two. Two names who come up frequently in this weekly piece were your goal scorers, with Lassi Thomson and Cole Reinhardt contributing Belleville's only markers.
Lassi strolls his way into the slot with this nifty goal🔥#ForTheB https://t.co/qr1AVrnEoX pic.twitter.com/iv6SuGeVmC
— Belleville Senators (@BellevilleSens) October 22, 2022
In yet another close match on Saturday, Belleville's defensive game looked stronger than Friday but they still weren't able to crack the Thunderbirds for more than another pair. In the 3-2 loss, Belleville saw goals from Jake Lucchini and captain Dillon Heatherington.
Lucchini gets this one to go from a tough angle 🤯#ForTheB https://t.co/mmFhrIKM9D pic.twitter.com/ZoZtXZnGqk
— Belleville Senators (@BellevilleSens) October 22, 2022
Weekly Notes
- On top of his dominant goal against the Americans, Angus Crookshank continues to impress after a great training camp with Ottawa. He had a goal and six shots through three games while being a menace on the puck.
- Egor Sokolov has yet to find the goal column. He has four assists through five games, so he's playing good hockey. Once he gets one, he'll get them in bunches.
- Ridly Grieg and Mads Søgaard remain out of the lineup, although it doesn't appear either injury will be long term. The BSens will receive a massive boost when both can return.
- With Søgaard out, the team has had to rely on Antoine Bibeau and Kevin Mandolese who, this past week, didn't quite live up to the task this week. Bibeau posted an 0.857 SV% in his start while Mandolese had a 0.868 SV% through two starts. In a week where two of three games were decided by a single goal, these two could have been the difference in a good way but, unfortunately, that wasn't the case./


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deputy director of Health Services Dr. Mustapha Bittaye yesterday in a daily
press briefing with regard to covid-19 stated that after conducting 24 tests,
one came out positive, saying the country currently has two active cases.
the briefing held in Banjul, Dr. Bittaye further indicated that the latest
person who tested positive for covid-19 came to the country on 26 April and
spent the night in Farafanni. After all, a call was made through the toll free
number to collect him.
was later picked on 28 April and taken for quarantine, which he later tested
positive. We are doing efforts to quarantine those he spent the night with and
trace the people he joined the same car with."
said 10 new people have been taken into quarantine; four of whom were close
contacts of the newly confirmed case.
additional contacts have been traced, making a total of 101 people being
followed up. The newly confirmed case is imported and we therefore call on the
security personnel, especially those within the border land, communities to
carry regular patrol and closely watch the movement of goods and people within
their jurisdiction."
further disclosed that the country currently has 99 people under quarantine,
two active cases and no probable case.
added that globally, 3, 135, 895 cases have been confirmed positive of
the Senegalese Ministry of Health yesterday reported 59 new cases of covid-19, making
a total number of 882.
and five (315) have recovered, with nine deaths and 557 under treatment.


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For most of this century, chemists believed that they knew the molecular
structure of mauveine, the world's first synthetic dye. But now two British
chemists say the accepted structure is wrong.
Mauveine is made by using potassium dichromate to oxidise the organic
molecules aniline and toluidine. The product is a greenish crystalline
substance which dyes fabric a regal purple. It became very popular as a
colour for clothes in the past century, and was even used to colour the
first postage stamp. The discovery of mauveine by William Henry Perkin in
1856 is widely regarded as the beginning of the organic chemicals industry.
In the early part of this century, chemists deduced the molecule's basic
structure from Perkin's starting materials. Otto Meth-Cohn and his student
Mandy Smith of the University of Sunderland say this structure can be traced
back to the 7th edition of a handbook of dyestuffs, published in Leipzig in
1924 by a German chemist Gustav Schultz. Since then, the structure has
passed into the literature, including Chemical Abstracts, a standard
reference work for chemists.
Meth-Cohn and Smith analysed samples of Perkin's original dye taken from
collections held in the British Museum and at the chemicals manufacturer
ICI. Using various kinds of spectroscopy, they discovered that neither of
its two main components fitted Schultz's structure. The positions of several
methyl (CH3) groups on the carbon rings was incorrect.FIG-mg18833201.GIF
No one knows how Schultz arrived at his structure. 'I think he invented it,'
says Meth-Cohn. Interestingly, Schultz's structure never reached the pages
of Beilstein, the respected German reference work.
In practical terms, the error is of little importance. The discrepancy in
structure is not dramatic enough to have made much difference to mauveine's
colourful chemistry.


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Mechanical properties and microstructural evaluation of the heat-affected zone in ultra-high strength steels
Amraei, Mohsen; Afkhami, Shahriar; Javaheri, Vahid; Larkiola, Jari; Skriko, Tuomas; Björk, Timo; Zhao, Xiao-Ling (2020-09-17)
Post-print / Final draft
Amraei, Mohsen
Afkhami, Shahriar
Javaheri, Vahid
Larkiola, Jari
Skriko, Tuomas
Björk, Timo
Zhao, Xiao-Ling
Thin-Walled Structures
School of Energy Systems
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This paper presents an investigation into the mechanical properties of ultra-high strength steels (UHSSs) (with nominal yield stress of 960 and 1100 MPa) after welding. Seven weld thermal cycles were simulated using a Gleeble 3800 thermal-mechanical machine. These cycles represented the temperature-time history of the joint at various distances from the weld fusion line (FL) in a typical gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process. The mechanical properties such as Vickers surface hardness, uniaxial tensile behavior and Charpy impact toughness were examined. Microstructural evaluation using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) was also conducted. According to the results, the S960 which was a direct-quenched type of steel, showed a considerable reduction in its hardness and tensile strength up to 29 and 32%, respectively. On the other hand, the S1100 which was manufactured via quenched and tempered process, showed only a minor degree of softening at far distances from the weld FL (up to 4%) followed by 2% tensile strength reduction, and hardening close to the FL (up to 13%). Microstructure analysis has been carried out to provide insight to the change of mechanical properties in UHSS after welding.
Amraei, M., Afkhami, S., Javaheri, V., Larkiola, J., Skriko, T., Björk, T., Zhao, X.-L. (2020). Mechanical properties and microstructural evaluation of the heat-affected zone in ultra-high strength steels. Thin-Walled Structures, vol. 157. DOI: 10.1016/j.tws.2020.107072
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China: Growing Influence in All Matters Maritime
China's importance in the world maritime market has accelerated rapidly over the past decade, but it appears that current and near future growth will prove even more prolific.
Chinese shipyards for 10 years have continued to dent the market share numbers of major shipbuilders in Japan.
Korea and Europe, and it appears that the shipyards will continue to scoop up ship repair and new ship construction business. It emerged this year as the third largest shipbuilding country in the world, with about seven percent of worldwide business as measured by compensated gross tonnage (cgt).
According to a recent report from Drewry Shipping Consultants. China's shipbuilding capacity is set to increase threefold, to 3.5 million cgt. by 2005/2006.
As is the case with China in many other respects, the sheer magnitude of the market is staggering. The Drewry Report found more than 1,200 shipyards, building everything from river boats to ULCCs. But the report, dubbed "Chinese Shipyards." focuses on the 70 shipyards that handle much of the country's oceangoing international business.
While its shipyards continue to grow rapidly, so does the country's shipowning side. China shipowners currently (as of July 1. 2003) rank number five in the world in terms of Tonnage Owned (1.000 gt and greater), with 2078 ships totaling 44.915.000 gt. according to statistics from the U.S. Maritime Administration. (See chart p. 99) The biennial Marintec China is the largest and arguably the most important maritime trade exhibition in China.
Since its inception in 1981. Marintec China has developed into an important forum at which senior executives from across the global maritime industry gather. Scheduled from December 2-5.
2003 at the new Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in the Pudong district.
Marintec China 2003 will be the largest event ever in all its 22 years history.
with an exhibition spanning more than 17.000 sq. m., a 30% increase from the last event in 2001.
The exhibition is organized by CMP/Seatrade and the Shanghai Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers (SSNAME).
This year's event will feature exhibitors from 28 countries and regions. To date, more than 100 Chinese companies from 16 provinces and cities have confirmed to exhibit, including Jiangnan Shipyard (Group), Hudong- Zhonghua Shipbuilding (Group) and Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, just to name a few.
China's flourishing economic and export businesses have prompted the demands for better maritime services in all dimensions.
Shipbuilding giant Germany, one of the world's largest exporter of high-tech marine equipment, has confirmed 57 companies in its national pavilion, the largest ever. As in the past, Germany will present the largest national group to demonstrate their technical know-how to the maritime community in China.
Once again Port China will be incorporated into Marintec China 2003. The port industry in China has developed in an unprecedented pace in past few years in tandem with the escalating traffic generated by trading activities both within the country and with other parts of the world. In 2002, Shanghai port, the busiest port in China, has become the world's third largest container port for the first time. The port's momentum runs through into 2003 and its container throughput for the first half of this year exceeded 5,200,000 TEUs, representing a 35.6% increase on the same period of 2002. Shanghai port will well overtake Pusan to become the third busiest port in the world this year. The remarkable performance of Shanghai port is just the manifestation of the robust increase of the cargo throughputs of the various ports of China that saw the throughput of seven of its ports exceeding 100 million tons. Port China will feature various port services and products that help enhance operation efficiency.
Chinese Growth: Is it too fast, too soon?
Staggering trade and industrial output figures from booming China are for the first time hinting at excessive rates of growth that could threaten the country's future economic stability. Industrial output increased by 17.1 percent in August, figures show, up from 16.5 percent in July and 16.9 percent in June.
Meanwhile, despite the effects of the SARS virus, China's economy - now number six in the world - grew by more than eight percent in the first half of the year. Forecasts for full-year GDP indicate growth of nine percent. Concern that the country's economy could be on a heading to overheat is a worry for the shipping industry because Chinese demand is the principal factor that is fueling the buoyant shipping markets.
Indeed, there appears to be no let-up in demand. Chinese requirements have underpinned the tanker market in recent months and. despite a temporary blip during July and first-half August as the market adjusted to large delivery volumes.
rates have now recovered substantially as charterers hurry to fix the limited supply of large, long-haul tonnage that is still available.
Asia generally is of increasing importance in the VLCC trades but cargoes bound for China are an important individual factor in this dynamic trade.
According to International Energy Agency figures. Chinese oil demand hit 5.59m barrels a day (b/d) in July, up almost a fifth year on year. And. according to U.S. government figures. China will overtake Japan this year to become the world's second largest oil consumerDemand for iron ore, meanwhile, is a key catalyst in the current dry bulk market boom. Chinese iron ore imports rose last year by a quarter, following a staggering rise of 32% in 2001. Reports from the Far East describe highlystressed, over-worked but commissionhappy Capesize brokers working round the clock to meet demands from the mainland. Spot Capesize rates are exceeding $30,000 a day on some routes but, brokers say, the is no mere temporary blip - the market is expected to continue its bull run for months yet. A Capesize owner was recently overheard in a smart London hotel describing his six-month Capesize fixture at $26,000, while a modern 170,000 dwt unit was reported fixed for three years, at $23,500. Other owners are believed to be negotiating with Far Eastern builders to switch newbuilding contracts from tankers to bulkers.
According to Frontline vice president Tor Olav Tr0im, speaking at the recent Lehman Energy Conference, seven of the company's eight Suezmax OBOs are now working the dry bulk market which, he said, had reached historic highs.
Grain demand and China were the two principal reasons for the booming market.
he said, pointing out that the oneyear timecharter rate was sufficient to repay debts on the OBOs in just two years. Not only is China the principal fueling factor for the freight markets, it has been steadily muscling in on the shipbuilding sector recently too. Now, latest news is that China has become a source of competitively priced ship spares and, we are told. Hong Kongbased shipping companies are investing time and money to develop supply sources on the mainland. Other shipbuilders have an eye on that market too: one such is Japanese builder Tsuneishi which has announced that it plans to source more parts in China. According to a company statement. Tsuneishi is constructing ships' components in China "to make our productivity more competitive".
The shipyard is reported to have 97 ships on order, including 88 bulk carriers in the 52,000 - 82,000 dwt range and eight Aframax tankers.
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Other stories from November 2003 issue
- EU Single-Hull Phase-Out Elicits I MO Scorn page: 10
- Costa Victoria in for a Facelift page: 11
- Sustainable Growth for Liner Shipping page: 11
- World's Biggest LNG Carrier Due in 2005 page: 12
- Shipbreaking in the Spotlight at ILO page: 14
- Signet Martime Inks Garrett Contract page: 16
- IZAR Enters Fast Ship Project page: 17
- TEN Signs Time Charter for Aframax Olympia page: 17
- Cruise Port Expenditure to Reach $300M page: 18
- At Sea with U.S. Maritime Security page: 20
- NY Navigation Channels: The Really Big Dig page: 25
- Kvichak Delivers for NY page: 28
- Vosta LMG signs U.S. contract for 18" Cutter Suction Dredge design page: 28
- Senesco Marine Christens New Drydock page: 29
- Workboat Annual 2003 • Great Boats of 2003 page: 30
- Natter Passes Command of Atlantic Fleet page: 41
- Introducing Lean Shipbuilding to U.S. Yards page: 42
- IBM PLM Offers New Shipbuilding Solutions page: 46
- Cosco Dalian Leads China Ship Repair Business page: 50
- China: Growing Influence in All Matters Maritime page: 52
- L'Orange at Marintec China 2003 page: 56
- Shiport China 2004: Set in Tune with the Shipbuilding Industry page: 57
- New Aluminum Marine Alloy Specification Developed page: 58
- InspecTech Launches Line of "Smart" Windows page: 62
- New CEO at Kvaerner Philadelphia page: 62
- Asheim Takes Helm of Hoegh Fleet page: 62
- New Potency in Electronic Control page: 68
- Research as the Building Block page: 70
- Knowledge Interchange page: 71
- Surface-Protection Symposium Set for Liibeck page: 78
- Xybernaut Gets Patent for Detecting Corrosion on Maritime Vessels page: 79
- LCS Hull Concept Tests Move Ahead page: 80
- Hypertherm Enters Laser Cutting Market page: 81
- E-Ship: The Paperless Trail page: 82
- Cradle Tweendecks Patent for Langh Ship page: 86
- Optimizing Feed Rates For Crosshead Diesels page: 88
- Benjamin Vickers: 175 Years & Counting page: 89
- Life Boats by Ernst Hatecke Make the Plunge page: 90
- Clean Seal Celebrates 25 Years page: 91
- Netherlands Vessel First With New Engine page: 92
- ONR To Evaluate SeaCoaster page: 92
- KMY Helps Breaks the Ice in Russia page: 97
- Astander Completes CSO Deep Pioneer Upgrade page: 97
- Rickmers Singapore Christened page: 97
- Transas Releases New Version of Engine Room Simulator page: 98
- Merseyside gets first UK escort tug simulator page: 98