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I'm just going to delve into this thing. We know each other wayyyy too well for small talk. Let's bust some nonsensical, nonverbal communication instead. Before you start reading, take a pause, look over at your closest coworker, make eye contact and raise your eyebrows knowingly… smile evilly, and immediately look back at your computer. Laugh manically if you must. Hey, if you work this right, he/she won't bother you for the entire afternoon…
1.) I am so over rain at the moment. For one full week, DC has not seen the sun. Thanks to the remnants of Hurricane Lee sticking around, it has been raining… er, pouring here endlessly. The times that I have been forced to leave my house, it has not been pretty. I have tired of walking around town with half wet trousers and socks… (My umbrella can only do so much…) Flooding has become quite widespread now. I wish I can take this precip and mail it with love to my parents in Texas, who will actually appreciate the wetness. I know… I should be careful what I wish for.
Well, if I did still partake, I must say that it's prime drinking weather. So let's give you all what you came here for… order UP!
2.) Alcohol has always been around.
Many archaeologists believe that wines made from grapes have existed for more than 10,000 years and that drinks such as mead and beer have existed for even longer. In fact, during the Middle Ages many monasteries made beer to nourish their monks and to sell to the people. Beer was always drunk; the consumption of liquids was allowed during fasting periods. As a result, beer swigging in the monasteries reached ridiculous levels: historians report that each monk was allowed to imbibe 5 liters (1.32 gallons) of beer per day. Yee Haw!
3.) George Washington liked his booze.
Alcohol played a major role in colonial life. It was consumed medically and socially, and used as a trading commodity. Our first president liked it so much that he started his own whiskey distillery… the largest one of its time. You can apparently buy the actual whiskey based on his original recipe.
He also understood the power of alcohol on the masses; in the first possible case of voter fraud in our country, he won a race for the Virginia House of Burgesses after buying gallons of liquor for voters. James Madison, having a stick up his *ahem* refused… and lost his election.
If you're interested, here's a recipe for Martha Washington's rum punch.
4.) During the 19th Century, America had developed an *ahem…* "healthy drinking tradition."
Because corn was so plentiful on the plains, whiskey/moonshine was relatively cheap to make. By the 1820s, Americans were drinking seven gallons per person annually. (This figure included the nondrinkers…) As a result, we became idiots. Communal "binges" became popular. After important milestones (elections, holidays, festivities, etc.), people would gather publicly in squares and parks… and drink til they got wasted.
Because of our great-great grandfathers' wanton attitudes towards drunkenness, the Temperance Movement grew and led to…
5.) Prohibition.
As you know, it was a horrible, horrible failure. Not only did people drink even more during this era, the government could not tax it, losing a large stream of revenue. As a result, in addition to moonshine, the illegal alcohol smuggle scheme began. Boats and trucks full of booze started being imported from… Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America. Interestingly, alcohol was available to those who received official medical permission to imbibe.
Same story. Different drug, Eh?
6.) Most DUI arrests today take place on July 4… our nation's birthday. Appropriate, isn't it?
It's got to be said. If you do partake in the good stuff this weekend, due to weather or hey, no reason at all(!), please drink responsibly. I like you guys way too much.


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Briefing Released - FBI Report: Lone Wolf Terrorism And Militant Extremists/
On September 14, 2016, Gregory Ehrie, Special Agent in Charge of the Intelligence Division at FBI New York Office (NYO), led a discussion about lone wolf terrorism and militant extremists. As summarized below, the discussion addressed the ways in which these threats are evolving and the efforts of the intelligence and law enforcement communities to mitigate them. You can read a summary of the web forum here. You can access a recording of the whole forum here.

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No stickers on fruits, vegetables, Food Safety dept tells traders
Ensure display of food licences by eateries: Govt to district authorities
2,100-kg vanaspati seized in Punjab
Why adolescents need food safety education
FSSAI proposes life imprisonment, Rs 10 lakh fine for food adulteration
The Food Safety Commissioner in Punjab has prohibited pasting of stickers on fruits and vegetables being sold across the state.
Commissioner K.S. Pannu said on Tuesday that stickers on food products are commonly used to provide information on traceability, grades and price.
"But, a lot of times these stickers are applied directly on food sources such as on fruits and vegetables. Apples, kiwis, mangoes, oranges, banana, pears and bell peppers are some common fruits and vegetables which have stickers applied directly on the surfaces," Pannu pointed out.
He said it was observed that "in Punjab traders use stickers to make their product look premium or sometimes to hide any defect on the product".
"'Tested Ok', 'Good Quality' or 'Name of Product' are some common terms mentioned on the stickers which do not have any significance at all," Pannu pointed out.
"A wide variety of adhesives are used on these stickers to paste them effectively. Safety of these is not known. Studies show that substances like surfactants used in adhesives are toxic," he said.
He added that people generally remove stickers from fruits or vegetables and consume without thinking about residues of adhesives present on them. Heat from sunlight on the fresh fruits and vegetables sold in open market also increases the migration of harmful chemicals from adhesives into fruits.
Risk of consuming this is high in case of fruits or vegetables with skin, Pannu said. Food Safety teams have been directed to check the sale of such fruits and vegetables and make the traders aware about this.
"The teams have also been advised to inform the traders that in case a sticker is a must to provide relevant information such as a grade, price or bar code, then stickers or labels should not be put directly on fruits and vegetables.
"A functional barrier such as a safe transparent thin film may be used and sticker should be pasted on them. The ink used on the stickers must be food grade quality and must not migrate into food," the commissioner said.
(This story has not been edited by Business Standard staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)


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All kinds of great stuff today on The Nooze!
To start us off, brand-new Fellow Matt Markey of The Blade in Toledo, shares a first-hand account of the Institute that he and 11 other journalists just completed:
Media baptized into protecting area waters
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio -- The battle of Lake Erie rages on. Nearly 200 years after the American forces led by Oliver Hazard Perry defeated the British fleet near here in a pivotal naval confrontation of the War of 1812, a much more complex engagement involving this vital waterway continues.
It is that conflict -- confronting a contemporary murderer's row of enemies that threaten the lake's health and long-term survival -- that brought a dozen journalists here over the weekend as part of an intensive three-day examination of the lake and its life-supporting carotid artery -- the Maumee River... Read more.
From Sam Eaton, reporting for PBS from Japan, a look at changing agricultural practices as a generation of farmers gets older. The story is part of the Food for 9 Billion series, a multimedia project that explores the challenges of feeding a growing world in a time of social and environmental change. It's a "NewsHour" partnership with the Center for Investigative Reporting, Homelands Productions, and American Public Media's Marketplace.
As Farmers Age, Japan Rethinks Relationship with Food, Fields
In modern Japan, farming is still very much a holdover from simpler times. Much of the work is done by hand on small plots of land that have been cultivated by the same families, sometimes for centuries. But today, Japanese agriculture is at a crossroads.
Japan's farmers, like 71-year-old Yurinori Mori and his wife, Fukiko, are getting old. And their children and grandchildren are leaving the farms for higher-paying jobs in the cities... Read, see and hear more.
Lauren Sommer with KQED QUEST in northern California talks with some biologists who are using high-tech squirrels to study rattlesnakes, and also takes a look at how other scientists are turning to cockroaches for advice on how to do search-and-rescue better.
Bio-Robotics: Biology Goes High-Tech
The Bay Area may be the high-tech capital of the nation, but increasingly, biologists working at some of the area's universities are turning to technology, too. The game-changing field of "bio-robotics" is opening a new window onto animal behavior.
That can be seen in the hills high above San Jose, where there's a timeless battle going on between predator and prey – California ground squirrels and Northern Pacific rattlesnakes.
Rulon Clark, a biologist at San Diego State University, is studying this unique interaction at the Blue Oak Ranch Reserve. As he shows me the field site, he warns me that the grassy hills are chock full of rattlesnakes. "Just try to watch where you're stepping," he says.... Read more.
And finally, Sarah Shipley Hiles, environmental journalist and professor at Bowling Green State University, shares her thoughts on why The Times-Picayune in New Orleans needs to be saved - and shares a link to a petition which aims to do just that.
I just signed a petition to save The Times-Picayune, New Orleans' prize-winning newspaper, which recently announced plans to cut print publication back to three days a week.
t was where I cut my teeth as a cub journalist, starting on the copy desk during my senior year in college at Loyola University. I became a stringer, writing about issues on the college beat, including the paper's first story on the then-unknown phenomenon of the Internet. Later, I covered city government, higher education, the famous Louisiana legislature, and topics including a Superfund cleanup, underage drinking, homeless teenagers and the Pearl River swamp. I was there when the paper won one of its Pulitzer Prizes, for a series on the dire state of the world's oceans.
I owe much in my career to my mentors from the T-P, including Kristin Gilger (now associate dean of the Arizona State University Cronkite School of Journalism), Keith Woods (now a vice president at NPR), and Mark Schleifstein (still the voice of the environment at the Picayune)... Read more.


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Chef Mashon and Rosemary from The Herb Shop will show you how to pair foods that not only taste good but make you feel good! What you take away from your diet isn't always as important as what you add to it. Come learn how to make the kitchen the place where your good health begins.
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If you've ever cruised downtown Hutchinson, then you're familiar with the old train depot at the intersection of 3rd and Main. Some progressive folks with a funky style decided to turn the old depot into one of the coolest places to eat in town–Cool Beans.
At Cool Beans they serve some of the best sandwiches, soups, salads, and bakery items around. They feature premium meats and cheeses and wholegrain homemade bread on all of their creative deli sandwiches. You can also pick up your favorite espresso drink, premium coffee or a real fruit smoothie at Cool Beans.
The hip cats at Cool Beans approached LogicMaze with the need for a simple, but stylish website to showcase their establishment's groovy vibes and wholesome food. They also needed a way to get the word out about their catering services and newHappy Hour, Monday-Friday from 4-8 p.m.
LogicMaze hooked them up with our easy-to-use Content Management System (CMS) so staff can update weekly and daily specials on the website, or switch out photos of tasty new dishes.
Drop by and visit the fun ladies at Cool Beans today. They're open from 8-8 Monday – Friday!


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Just a few weeks ago I was maid of honor in my sister/besties wedding and now another one of my girls in prepping to walk down the isle. One thing I know is that I need to always be prepared to answer questions and help make final decisions as I am usually the go to for decor.
Wedding save the dates and invitations are always the first thing to come and set the theme/tone of the wedding day...so they have to be perfect. Thank goodness for Storkie! Seriously, their online selection of wedding invitations has saved my life....
They have the perfect look for every style of every bride, event if she isn't trying to be too fussy.
I am loving this wedding shower invitation as I usually am the one to do these sorts of things.
I love the look of chic illustrations.
My bestie who is about to tie the knot is more of a modern bride, we are thinking lots of black in her wedding and I love this lace invite...
I also find myself in love with letterpress wedding invitations. There is something very romantic and elegant about them, don't you think?


text: Advance Care Planning is getting an upgrade. For years our healthcare system has perpetuated the circumstances of crisis and trauma before asking a person (or their medical proxy) for their medical preferences and wishes. The Current focus of Advance Care Planning appears to be only on end of life decisions and the forms required instituting a person's "directives". Sometimes a person's directives are not taken into account before a medical professional will begin treatment. These actions can be confusing and difficult; especially when experiencing a health crisis. Continue reading "An "Upgrade" for Advance Care Planning"


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There is a List of the 10 Most Unwanted House Guests For Each HomeBY: Alan Carson | Category: Self-Improvement | Submitted: 2013-10-01 07:06:00
Article Summary: "The pests that torture the homemakers of today are some of the most hated, unwanted visitors, and the homemaker wants to eradicate them as quickly as possible. It is estimated by the National Pest Control Association that pests cost Americans $4.5 billion in damages each year, this is a non profit organization of pest control co.."
There is a list of the 10 most unwanted house guests for each home, a bit like the FBI's 10 most wanted, on this list you will find the most annoying pests that can make their way into your home and cause untold amounts of damage. Reports from the National Pest Control Association, an association of pest control companies that is not set up for profit, an estimated $4.5 billion of damage is caused by pests each year. Added to this damage there is the real danger of such pests affecting you and your families health.
Even the cleanest house can find itself infested with pests. Neither are these visits by pests completely controlled by the time of year or region you live. Because the inside of the home is climate controlled, the pests that come into the home can thrive at any time of the year. A major spike in rodent populations is generally seen in the fall months as they begin to come indoors for food and shelter when the temperature begins to drop. You end up with a roach infestation when they hop onto your grocery bags and get into your vehicle.
There are plenty of smaller insects that may sneak in on clothing or shoes. Pest control is something you need to think about all year round, it does not matter the time of year of where you live. To really control pests in your home you need more than reactionary methods such as mouse traps or pesticide spray found at the local store. The key factor of this issue is that pests truly love heat, water and food, which are the three key elements that give your home its livability and comfort.
Because we need these things as well they can not be eliminated from our homes, however there are preventative measures we can take to help keep them away. Keep your house clean and target those places specifically likely to house pests, pay close attention to vents and small crevices, do not forget under the staircase. Get rid of any junk, trash or other belongings you never use regularly.
A good preventative measure is to install screens over your windows and doors, make sure there are no cracks outside that can allow access to your home for small pests. Do not stockpile food and make sure all food you do have is securely stored in containers no pest will be able to penetrate. Do not allow spills and crumbs to linger, and check out any item that comes in your house. #6 - Produce packages such as netting, plastic wrappings and boxes are particularly vulnerable.
When you use pesticides always follow the instructions and keep in mind these are potentially dangerous chemicals you are dealing with. Look for those that have a Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration number, and are specifically designed for the pest you wish to target. If you follow the instructions properly such chemicals are perfectly safe and environmentally friendly. Always check out the label prior to purchasing a pesticide and do not deviate from the product's instructions for use. Use insecticides for those insects they are designed and not for anything else.
#9 - Be sure to stores pesticides in a safe area away from children or pets. Always disposed of the chemicals carefully, and in a lawful manner. #11 - And most important, if you need a professional to do the job, be sure to hire an expert. By hiring a true pest control professional you will receive top of the line service from a specialist who can properly and effectively treat your home while taking care to protect the environment. You will find that the Ten Most Unwanted Common Household Pests and What To Do About Them is a newly published booklet available now, and is very helpful when detailing how to prevent and kill unwanted pests in the home. You can get it sent to you for a small mailing and processing fee.
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You're never too old to get immunized.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Over 10 million cases of infectious illness are prevented every year in the United States due to childhood vaccinations. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for adults.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides defined, recommended guidelines for you to get immunized throughout your life. You may have received the vaccines you needed as a child, however the protection from some vaccines can wear off. New vaccines can also become available depending
on your age. A recently published study in The Journal of Primary Prevention showed that the United States spends nearly $27 billion every year to treat four vaccine-preventable
diseases – influenza (flu), pneumococcal disease, shingles and pertussis – in adults over age 50. Building your immunity with vaccines is one of the best ways for you to get protection against potentially harmful diseases. Getting vaccinated
also helps you to prevent spreading disease to the people around you, like your family, friends and co-workers. We suggest downloading our preventive care checklists below to find out which vaccines are recommended for you. For detailed resources
about immunizations, the CDC provides easy-to-read immunization schedules, vaccine recommendations for travelers and much more.
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Sound Design Outtakes from The Order 1886
Over the weekend I was able to sit back, reflect and spend time to capture the variouse sound design works straight from The Order 1886 release disc. I tried to look for the most significant audio moments that there are in the game. And because there were so many (I have to say that!!), the content was split into categories, each representing their sound key area. I also recorded myself talking about how some of the sound design and its development.
Being the only in-house sound designer representing the world of audio inside Ready At Dawn Studios, means I wear many hats, dealing with multiple responsibilities. My core duties range from being an ambassador for audio among team disciplines, sound conceptualization, sound design creation, audio direction, implementation and integration, feature design and development, mentorship, linear and interactive mixing.
When I joined Ready at Dawn for The Order 1886, I was somewhat suprised, that there already existed a solid foundation of how design felt about the different pallet and sound design for firarms! I thought to myself, what a great start! That's always the best when design follows a vision! This enabled early brainstorming and audio conceptualization for the weapon universe during the pre-productions in 2012. Apart from designing most of the gunfire, I've also spend a large amount in the field recording original materials to be used for ambient, interacts and footsteps heard in the game. Because of the amazing work the art team at Ready at Dawn has created to aim for a high visual representation for the game, drove inspiration on my end and greatly influenced the audio design decisions.
Worth praising is the cinematic audio production done by our awesome publisher's sound service group and their talented audio staff at Sony San Diego, whom I've had the privilege working with very closely throughout the production. Their responsibilities was recording, performing and editing foley and sound effects design (surround sound) and on-site integration and scripting support. Not to mention the extraoudenary voice and music production support, provided by the Sony Santa Monica and San Mateo (music only) offices helping with casting, direction, recording (mocap, ADR and walla), editorial and supervision.
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Green Cuisine encourages a regional food supply and a strong local economy, it maintains a sense of community, encourages earth stewardship, and protects the future of small to medium-size family farms. It is approaching the farm, the ranch, the ocean, the vineyard and the dairy as an ecosystem that thrives through careful management of natural resources. It boils down to three parts: environmental, economic an social sustainability.
Join Culinary Arts for a SUSTAINABLE STIR FRY Demonstration on Thursday, November 15, 1PM, A734
Ecological / Environmental Benefits
- Organic/Biodynamic agriculture
- More Nutritious Food and less Packaging and waste
- Improve Soil Quality
- Improve Water Quality
- Promote Biodiversity
- Energy Conservation / Food does not have to travel hundreds of miles
Economic Benefits
- Support Local / True Economy
Social / Political Benefits
- Better Tasting Food / Variety
- Help Small Farmers
- Reduce your Bodies Chemical Burden
- Protect Farm Worker's Health
- Food Safety through traceability
Sustainable and seasonal cuisine has many benefits, not the least of which is great taste. It is also great fun to know that you are cooking and eating great food grown or harvested by local artisans. Let the flavors of seasonal produce and raw ingredients speak for themselves and inspire your cooking, the flavor will always be outstanding. One good premise to follow is to focus on locally grown vegetables.
Easy Roasted Asparagus Recipe
Easy to do in a toaster oven. You can even substitute other vegetables like cauliflower, or Brussels sprouts so be creative.
Wash and trim about an inch off the asparagus stalk. Shake dry. Place on the oven dish or cookie sheet. Drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil and season with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Roast at 400F for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables show some browning. Serve with some fresh lemon juice.


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The Markets Parliament
At the Market's Parliament customers can get freshly squeezed juices. But if they need something stronger, alcoholic beverages are also on offer. Patrons choose the music here, leading to some very diverse listening choices. This is where the shop owners go when they want some down time, or if they need to compare prices with other owners. The Market's Parliament is also a nostalgic location, with pictures of the Israeli Black Panthers and old-timers swapping war stories.
The Hachapuria is a well-known establishment in the Machne Yehuda market, serving delicious Georgian pastries to its enthusiastic customers. All of them are baked on the spot according to secret family recipes. Patrons of Hachapuria come not only for the food, but also to soak up some of the Georgian "chutzpa" as well--so it's a good idea to order in advance or to leave extra time for a visit to the store.
Mimi's Bistro
At Mimi's Bistro you'll find a variety of breakfasts, salads and sandwiches. Try a Croque-Monsieur (a grilled French-style cheese toast filled with fresh ingredients), a Croque-Madame (a fried egg grilled sandwich), crepes, Belgian Waffle, quiches, pastas or soup. It's all freshly made. Mimi also holds gourmet French cooking workshops-- find details at Mimi's Bistro.
Mousseline Jerusalem
After 20 years in India, Lehava Herman opened Ichikidana in the midst of Machane Yehuda's hustle and bustle. The restaurant serves authentic Indian food and desserts unlike anywhere else in the city: Banoffee pie (banana, coconut and caramel cake), Gulab Jamun (a fried milk ball with rose water), or a special Indian milk-based drink.
Himalaya is a chain of herbal medicine and natural cosmetics stores. The products sold here are based on the ancient Indian Ayurveda system of traditional medicine. The herbs and plants are all kept in vacuum-sealed packages for freshness. They are wonderful for overall skin care, for cleansing and purifying the blood, acne problems and more.
Dave's Salon
Dave Zikri was the personal hairdresser of the late Israeli prime minister Menachem Begin, as well as many high-ranking police officers. Due to his passion for the shuk, he decided to establish a men's hair salon at Machne Yehuda. Dave still cuts the hair of many of his regular clients--as well as new customers who wish to have their hair cut and shave like they used to in the old days, with a straight razor and shaving cream.


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Kieler Woche, 18th to 26th June
60 nations, three million visitors and the whole range of sailing
by Hermann Hell
129 years old and one of the world's regatta classics – yet Kieler Woche (18th to 26th June) keeps churning out new ideas year by year, setting new trends for the future of the sailing sport. And year by year, its numbers keep soaring to record level. Take 1500 crews from 60 nations who will be racing on the courses in 37 Olympic and international classes, add the big boats on their off-shore courses, and frame all this with a great summer festival in the city of Kiel – these are the ingredients for an irresistible event which attracts about three million visitors each year.
This year's media focus will certainly be on the races of the Olympic disciplines (from 18th to 22nd June), in which the German athletes will set out to win a ticket to the 2012 Olympics on their home waters. For the international sailing stars, the event will be like a dress-hearsal for the European Championships in Finland later on. Kiel will also be the final stage of the Sailing World Cup, and after the Kieler Woche races, we will know the overall winners in the ten disciplines of the seven-stage series.
Kieler Woche 2011 will also be a showcase for the fast skiff and catamaran classes. The regatta organizers have been quick in welcoming these modern sailing disciplines at the Kieler Woche. The Outer Fjord will see the exciting races of the Musto Performance skiffs, which were designed in the 1990ies by Joachim Harpprecht from Kiel, and the class has rapidly developed since then in the U.K. The 29erXX's will have their Kieler Woche debut – a class with Olympic aspirations for the 2016 Games. And after competing here in 2000, it will be the A-Cats' return to the Kieler Woche race courses, too.
The Tornado races will even be taking place right in the heart of the festival activities in the city centre. According to a brand new concept, short races are scheduled to happen in wind speeds between one and 30 knots and enfold their drama immediately before the eyes of the audience at the Audi Sailing Arena on the Inner Fjord. ITA president Roland Gäbler (from Tinglev, Denmark) has invited ten crews to present an action-filled show on the water in front of a stage on which rock concerts will round off the racing activities.
Seaworthy multi-hulls will also be part of the Kieler Woche regatta activities. For the first time, they will be at the starting line of the opening race from Kiel to neighbouring Eckernförde. Among them will be two-time Olympic Champion Jesper Bank from Denmark, who will be sailing his brand new Carbon³, a 40-foot trimaran built for record hunting on the North and Baltic Seas.
The Kieler Woche yacht crews will not only be eager to set new records, but also win titles. The ORC rating classes will be determining their national offshore champions off Kiel, the Farr30 crews will fight for the European Championship and the Gold Cup winner will even be the best X-99 worldwide.
Regatta Dates Kieler Woche 2011
18 - 22 June: Olympic Classes / ISAF Sailing World Cup
(470, 49er, 2.4mR open, Women Matchrace/Elliott 6m, Finn-Dinghy, Laser, Laser radial W, Neil Pryde RS:X, Starboat)
23 - 26 June: International Classes
(29er, 290erXX, 420, 505, Contender, Dragon, Europe, Flying Dutchman, Folkeboat, Formula 18, H-Boat, Hobie 16, J 24, Musto Performance Skiff, OK-Dinghy, Platu 25)
18 - 26 June: Offshore
18 - 19 June: Welcome Race from Kiel to Eckernförde and back (ORCi, ORC-Club), Offshore IDM
20 - 22 June: Kiel-Cup Alpha (ORCi), Farr 30 Pre-Europeans, X-99 (German Open)
23 - 24 June: Silbernes Band, long-distance (ORCi, ORC-Club), Offshore IDM
25 June: Senatspreis (ORCi, ORC-Club), Offshore IDM
18 - 22 June: Kiel-Cup Foxtrott (Albin Express, CB 66, J-80 (German Open), Laser SB3, Melges 24 (German Open), Streamline
22 June: Kaiserpokal (final race of all Kiel-Cup groups)
23 - 26 June: Farr 30 European Championship
23 - 26 June: X-99 Goldcup
18 - 25 June: Offshore IDM (Welcome Race, Silbernes Band and Senatspreis)
20 - 22 June: X-99 German-Open, Kiel-Cup Alpha
20 - 22 June: Farr 30 Pre-Europeans, Kiel-Cup Alpha
18 - 22 June: Melges 24 German Open, Kiel-Cup Foxtrott
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I've only ever composed one ballad in my time and that was way back in school days, aged eleven. We had to read out loud around the class The Ballad of Sir Patrick Spens (already referenced by our dear Scottish blogger yesterday) and as holiday homework we got to write a ballad of our own over the Christmas break. My reaction? Then as now - see above!
To suggest that the task blighted the festive season would not be entirely true however, as I didn't set to until the day before school commenced again. My composition was a last-minute effort (well, more like six hours if I recall) and I didn't enjoy the experience one bit. I can't even remember what I wrote about, which is very unusual; the fact I have erased all memory of the contents of said ballad just goes to show what a deeply unrewarding exercise it was! I might have vowed at the time that I would never write another ballad. I don't remember, but it is highly likely. Oh, I got a commendation for what I wrote, but that didn't make any difference.
Balladry then, what's it all about? The word ballad derives from the medieval French chansons balladee (danced songs); ballad shares its etymological root with ballet - and the significant features of early balladry were narrative verse (usually written in couplets with a refrain), set to music to be sung and danced to, almost a form of musical theatre. Over time the dancing was dropped leaving the ballad as a sung or even spoken narrative - and it survives to this day in somewhat reduced circumstances as slow-paced, usually romantic pop music.
In its heyday (15th to 19th centuries), three distinct classes of ballads emerged. Firstly came the Traditional (or popular) Ballads as devised and widely performed by wandering minstrels in medieval Europe. These were often about famous events or people, like folk-hero Robin Hood (who had a great many ballads written about him) and were akin to an oral history of the times. One of the most famous and considered a fine example is The Ballad of Chevy Chase, supposedly composed by the Lancashire-born minstrel Richard Sheale in the mid-16th century.
Then with the arrival of the printing-press came the Broadside (or broadsheet) Ballads, mass-produced on poor quality paper and sold in street markets and at fairs by hawkers. These ballads were quite often scurrilous or seditious, like The Tragical Ballad of the Lady Who Fell In Love with her Serving-Man, the precursors of pulp fiction and soap opera, if you will.
Finally, in the late 18th century, the 'proper' poets got to grips with the form and the Literary Ballad was born, courtesy of the likes of Robert Burns, Walter Scott, Coleridge and Wordsworth.
This week's poetic effort (remember, I detest the ballad, so I use the word effort advisedly) takes its cue from a masterpiece of medieval literature, Sir Gawain and The Green Knight. That epic poem (author unknown) wasn't in fact a ballad at all, but a superb alliterative poem of over 2,500 lines in 101 verses.
I haven't gone to that much trouble (as will become apparent) but I have fashioned a hasty spoof and I offer an excerpt below from Sir Owain and The Tangerine Knight...
First, though, I should share some background explanation to this spoof - for those of you who don't share my constant preoccupation with the tragi-comedy that is Blackpool Football Club.
In as few words as possible, then: Owen Oyston, flamboyant local business man, bought Blackpool FC in 1988 for £1. For most of the thirty years he's owned it, the club has struggled in the bottom two divisions of the football league, hampered by lack of ambition and investment on behalf of the owner (who is not of the same order of selfless benefactor to football club and community as the likes Jack Heywood at Wolves or Jack Walker at Blackburn). Change came in 2006 when a Latvian banker became a 20% shareholder in the club (apparently with an agreement to up that share to 50%). Valeri Belokon's ambition and investment in the team and the stadium helped to elevate Blackpool FC back into the top flight of English football for the first time in forty years. He said it was his intention to get us there in five years. In fact it took just four - a fantastic achievement. Owen Oyston is on record as saying "we wouldn't be in the strong financial position we're in without Valeri Belokon."
Curious then that as soon as the 'holy grail' of Premier League status and its associated rich revenue streams had been attained, Belokon apparently found himself side-lined by the majority share-holder, various agreements appear to have been reneged on and the Oystons are alleged to have diverted many millions of pounds that should have gone to the football club into their other businesses. Lack of ambition and lack of investment soon reasserted themselves as the modus operandi and Blackpool FC plunged from top flight to bottom division in five disastrous seasons. Blackpool fans have not taken this cynical management lying down. Most of us are disgusted by the Oystons' poor custodianship of our football club and are boycotting until Owen agrees to sell up and go. Nor has Mr Belokon. The Latvian has taken the Oystons to the High Court under the Companies Act claiming unfair prejudice and seeking to expose the Oystons' business practices in the process. The five-week trial is about to enter its final week. We await the outcome with keen interest. This could be the game-changer that finally triggers Oxit!
I hope these closing cantos and final couplet do not prove a jinx. Hear our voice! We want our club back. Fingers crossed...
Sir Owain and The Tangerine Knight - Cantos X-XII
Blight spread like plague through Blackpool town,
Football's fortunes came tumbling down,
But funds for use in time of need
Had been diverted without heed,
If not illegal then at least unethical,
The motive unmistakeable -
No thought of putting football first.
Our famous club was sadly curst.
When fans perceived the owners' greed,
Then Owain Out became the creed:
Give not a penny more to his regime
While staying loyal to the team
Perforce the order of the day.
Fans in their thousands stayed away.
But supporters rallying for change, alone
Persuaded not Sir Owain to atone.
Then the man who'd fired our great revival
Stepped forth as Owains' doughty rival.
The magnate seeming in denial,
'Truth and honour' went on trial.
A costly battle thus was fought
For justice in the highest court.
What was revealed soon made it clear
There could be but one winner here.
So after thirty long, hard years of Old Sir Owain acting like a feudal Lord,
Thanks to that Knight in Tangerine our football club was finally restored.
Thanks for reading. Have an intrepid week, S ;-)


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I love Atlanta weekends. They're so full of possibility and endless happiness.
This weekend included some house cleaning to start Saturday off right, followed by a whole lot of jam-packed goodness:
Melly and Stacie's Salvage Market vintage show.
A bridal shower for Abby.
A pig roast for Katherine.
A going away brunch for Mary Jo at 246 in Decatur.
Brunch turned into a pool afternoon and afternoon patio margaritas.
Sunday night dinner made by Chris and an attempt at watching Game of Thrones (what the heck is this show?!).
I hope your weekend was lovely!


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The days when you needed millions of Naira to start importation business in Nigeria are far behind us. Thanks to the internet which has helped to make the world a global village, importation business can be started with as little as N10, 000 from the comfort of your home.
You don't need to go through an agent; this is a business that you can absolutely handle yourself.
To start your own mini-importation business, these are the steps to take:
1. Determine hot-selling products
You cannot just import anything you feel like. This is a business that must be carefully carried out to avoid losing your money or tying down your capital unnecessarily. You need to do a proper research on hot selling products in Nigeria that can guarantee you quick turnover.
Some of the hot selling products include smart phones, tablets fashion accessories, clothing items, kitchen and household goods, shoes and several others. There are a lot more products you can import but these are just very few of them.
2. Decide on where to buy
This is another area where you must apply serious caution. There are a lot of scammers online but there are more legitimate sellers than there are scammers. You just have to be very careful when buying to avoid falling into the wrong hands.
Some recommended websites where you can get items really cheap and sell them for more than 100% profit in Nigeria include Ali Express, Alibaba, E-bay,Amazon, Taobo, BestBuy and several others.
3. Determine quality
Buying products online is not like buying them physically, you are able to see, feel and touch and also determine quality but when buying online, you have to rely on pictures which might not show you the true state of things. However, there are some ways to determine how good an internet product is likely to be.
4. Search for reviews online
Trust me, a company that sells sub-standard products on the internet cannot go on for very long before it is exposed. Victims usually waste no time in posting negative reviews about them on the internet. Therefore, the first recommended step to take when you want to determine the quality of a product online is to use search engines to search for reviews.
5. Look out for feedback on the website
Most reputable online stores have review systems that allow customers to post reviews about products they bought. You should look out for this as well.
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Paypal is now accessible by Nigerians so payment is no longer a problem.Most online stores accept Paypal as a means of payment. So, if you don't have a Paypal account, now is the time to register for one. You can also use your debit cards such as Master Card and Visa Card to pay for items online.
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Now, you can start placing orders for items online. Some sellers would ship to you for free while some others would require that you pay for shipping. However, you can beat shipping costs by making use of Nigerian shipping agents who specialize in shipping items for very little amounts, or making the process customized (source: Custom Crating Services).
8. Sell your Products
Once you receive your order, you are ready to start selling your products. Some of the sales channels you can explore include selling to friends and families, setting up your own online store, Konga Market Place, GTB SME market hub, Facebook and several others.
It is important to always import and sell quality items in order to attract and retain as many customers as possible.


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Coach Wilder Radio Interviews Monday
By ODU Athletics
Sept. 23, 2012
NORFOLK, Va. -- Tune in to hear ODU Football head coach Bobby Wilder on ESPN Radio 94.1 in Hampton Roads and Sports Radio 910 in Richmond on Monday.
Wilder will be on with host Wes McElroy on Sports Radio 910 at 3:35 p.m. Click here to listen live.
Later at 6:25 p.m., Wilder will join the Nick Cattles Show on the "Home of the Football Monarchs" on ESPN Radio 94.1 FM. Click here to listen live.
Coach Wilder will talk about the Monarchs record breaking performances in Saturday's 64-61 victory over New Hampshire and preview the week ahead as ODU prepares for the University of Richmond.
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This week I have two original mixed media artworks in the Lindfield Artshow. They are both for sale this weekend from the 15th - 17th March at the Lindfield Holy Family Artshow and Fair.
My new murals at the Northern Beaches Hospital
Something I have been working really hard on this year were these mural illustrations. It was super lovely to go visit my murals at Northern Beaches Paediatrics clinic before it opened at the new Northern Beaches hospital in Sydney. The theme for my brief was Australian native foliage and flowers made large along with Australian native animals and insects. I sketched and painted a lot of wattle, banksia flowers and leaves, native fan palms, bottle brush flowers, macadamia leaves, gum leaves and blossoms, Blue Ulysses butterfly, dragonfly, ladybugs, birds - Rainbow lorikeets, Kookaburras, Major Mitchell Cockatoos, a Yellow Robin, green tree frogs, mushrooms, echidna and Australian native marsupials. If you want to see some of my process for the mural you can take a look at my instagram images, you will see some of my sketches and watercolour paintings on there. The artworks were scanned, cleaned up, drawn over digitally, put together in their layouts and printed onto vinyl, which was then applied to the walls of the clinic. I incorporated some of the Blue Pantone colours from their logo design into the mural as well, most notably in the wattle leaves, banksia leaves and the kookaburra feathers. I hope the families who visit the clinic love it as much as I loved painting it!


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Kamal Haasan's Vishwaroopam was supposed to dominate the big Republic Day Weekend, but the stay on the release of the film has caused panic among theaters. It was to get a solo release, but not possible due to court ruling.
So there is only one Tamil release, Pathaayiram Kodi, a Vivek low budget comedy. The big hindi release is Race 2 along with other low budget films like Main Krishna Hoon,
and Akaash Vani .Two Malaylam films are releasing the multi-starrer Mammooty-Dileep Kammath and Kammath and little known hit with newcomers Nee Ko Njaa Chaa.
It clearly means the Pongal leftover films like KLTA and Samar gets a bonus weekend!


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A global crime is happening in Ukraine, which is a horrendous disgrace.
I am not at all writing this contribution with a pro-Russian attitude. I am writing it because a global crime is happening in Ukraine, which is a horrendous disgrace. Regardless of what may have happened, the transition government in Kiev has no right to fight the pro-Russian activists in eastern Ukraine with military means. War is fundamentally no means for solving conflicts, for war always generates more war. We know this from history. But the injustice in this case goes even further because (with the exception of some riots that happened) the pro-Russian activists have actually not wanted anything more than to demand their civil rights.
For good reasons, the first soldiers sent to the east by Kiev have refused the war. They refused to shoot at their compatriots. One must imagine this situation. Young men receive the order from a government, which actually isn't one, to shoot at mostly young people their own age without being given any understandable reason for this. This alone is an outrageous injustice. Furthermore we have to ask with which right the transitional government in Kiev claims the east Ukrainian regions for themselves. From an historical perspective, Ukraine is not a real national state. The citizens in the east have little reason to feel part of a unified Ukrainian nation – the majority feels closer to Russia. To speak of breaching international law under these circumstances is a problem in itself. Lawyers would have a hard nut to crack if forced to find a clear answer to this. Even if it would be the case, would it then be justifiable to kill people due to the violation of law? Is the international law more important than human lives? Aside from this, what is actually the commitment of the West to international law? What happened in Iraq or Libya? It is a feigned righteousness beyond compare happening on the global stage.
The pro-Russian activists were insulted as separatists, or even terrorists, from the outset. The terror however was not carried out in the east, but in the west. The western Ukrainian government – in perfect alignment with the West – has by all means established such a vicious enemy stereotype that even the good-willed citizens in eastern Ukraine lost their last remaining pro-Western loyalty. This stereotypical enemy propaganda had to ultimately turn people who were friends into enemies. As soon as the first shots are fired there is an emotional polarization in the population. This has been atrociously amplified by the forty people killed in Odessa. There was war from that point on. The images that we occasionally see in videos show the human suffering that has been caused by these measures. A young dead salesgirl who was shot in the car. A weeping father whose daughter was killed. This is a war the whole world would rise up against if they were not hypnotized through the propaganda of the externally controlled media. In addition to what is happening Syria, this is the biggest disgrace I have experienced in the last weeks. And it is a crime carried out by the agreement of Europe, the United States and NATO. With joy I note that, in surveys, the majority of German citizens say that the West is committing foul play and that the media is simply fooling them. Even the former German chancellor, Helmut Schmidt, acknowledged his sympathy with the East.
No war can ever be won, for humaneness is lost in every war. Long meetings are now taking place in Washington, Brussels and Berlin over how the upcoming catastrophe could still be prevented. There is only one answer, and it is for the scoundrels in Kiev: Immediately withdraw all military units from eastern Ukraine and end the war!
In the name of a future without war.
In the name of all children.
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Master JianCan was ordained as a novice monk in 1994 by Grand Master Wei Chueh. For more than 10 years, he had stayed in the main monastery, where he learned Buddhist scriptures and trained himself through various ceremonies. He has completed the graduate level program from Chung Tai Buddhist Institute. He is very talented and versatile. Besides his excellence in the Teaching, he exhibits Zen in his chanting, calligraphy, martial arts, Tai Chi, and so on.
During the 7 years residency on the Houston Center, Master JianCan earn the degree of Psychology Education from University of Huston. Upon invitation by several organizations, Master JianCan performed "Chung Tai Heavenly Drum" at several occasions. The wonderful sound of the drum, never heard before in the USA, has earned great amazement and acclaim from the audience. Master JianCan also taught children & youth meditation class and Tai Chi class.
In October 2017, Master JianCan was appointed as the Acolyte Master and Docent Director of the Zen Center of Sunnyvale. His vow is to be everyone's friend before reaching the Buddha hood. With a youthful manner, JianCan Shifu is dedicated to bring the dharma joy and liberation to all sentient beings of all ages.


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Construction claims consultants have to fill many roles for a given project when they come on board. Interim short-term management is a practice that dates as far back as the 1970s, and companies rely on these consultants to bring far more experience to the table than their in-house team. A crisis on a construction site almost always means a delay in work, which translates to additional costs. This guide will help consultants and crews work together to manage crises as they happen.
A crisis is a major, unforeseen event that threatens to harm the operation and its stakeholders. It's important to understand that a crisis event is not unexpected, but no amount of construction consulting can predict the future either. There are almost always three elements at play: a serious threat to the organization, the element of surprise that comes with the problem, and an extremely short time frame to deal with the dispute.
In crises situations, turn to construction & turnaround services for the added labor you need to get you through the hurdle. Imagine the sudden departure of senior management, which could happen on any project. You can't just find a C-level executive, but you can hire for the short term. That short term might be all you need to get you out of the project. You can choose a new C-level later, when the project is finished and everyone can approach the business with a clear head.
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Artistic duo Zhuang Hui and Dan'er exhibit their new work, 11 Degrees Incline, at Art Basel Hong Kong, which runs 23 – 26 May. Representing the Magician Space, Beijing, the pair have collaborated since 2005, working together on Leftover Material from The Carpenters, where they replicated 27 pieces of debris produced by carpenters. Celebrating the inaugural Art Basel Hong Kong art fair, the work will form part of the new Encounters section, a large-scale international collection of works sited around prominent positions throughout the fair.
11 Degrees Incline is a mixture of elements, all informed by the past and the present of the East and the West. The piece is made up of iron, copper and stainless steel covered in high gloss black varnish. The intricate design is built using the peculiar fragments that remain of the Dashuifa Fountains. The original fountains were designed by the Italian Jesuit missionary Giuseppe Castiglione alongside contributions by many other European artists of the time. But, the structure was ravaged in a fire laid by allied Anglo-French forces in 1860 during the Second Opium War.
The decision to use luxurious materials reflects a cosmopolitan lifestyle. The original Dashuifa was built using a plethora of skills now scarce in the modern era. By recouping this structure from the past with modern processes, the conjunction of old and modern skills has enabled the artists to shift towards a contemporary open question and subvert singular readings of this monument.
The work is named 11 Degrees Incline due to the alteration of the historical symbol, tilting the sculpture 11 degrees. Through this marginal shift and deliberate choice of materials, a structure from the past reappears in the present. For Zhuang Hui and Dan'er, the link between past events and present are continually negotiated by "rumours, stories, and thoughts", which reappear in this sculptural work.
Zhuang Hui and Dan'er: 11 Degrees Incline, Art Basel Hong Kong, Encounters, Curated by Yuko Hasegawa, 23 May – 26 May


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Order demands process, but process does not demand order.
When an artist demonstrates or teaches, they are generally sharing their process with others and so there is a need to be orderly. Order enhances understanding, is efficient, and will reduce anxiety for the observers, while increasing their satisfaction.
On the other hand, when working alone in the studio or painting from life without the need to share information, I think there is a tendency for an artist to be less orderly. This is because process can involve many more adjustments and exploration than what is typically seen in a teaching environment.
This leads me to conclude that the artists' process should not always be orderly. Working with less order leaves room to incorporate the idea of chance and improvisation into their art. Much like the field of invention, finding the right balance can bring great discovery.
Process and The Poetry of Pastel.
When I paint, except for doing a commission, I rarely begin with a pre-conceived idea of what I will end up with. Working this way, I have the opportunity to learn the most. Although it increases the chances of failure, the journey is very exciting.
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My process includes a lot of experimenting with texture, liquifying pastels, as well as using tools to manipulate the pigments once they are on the surface. I'm guided by the what I see and react to that in the moment. When I work this way, I am testing my assumptions and the limits of the materials.
A viewer sees the finished piece and may never know what happened along the way or care. Ideally, they connect with the result and not the work you went through to create it.
Efficiency and Expectation.
For some artists, efficiency of process is important. It is a proven way to maximize their output, consistency and quality. Often the reasoning is based on satisfying a gallery, collectors, or an upcoming exhibition. But there is also another side to efficiency. The efficiency of learning. I believe that taking chances, pushing limits, and testing rules can expedite understanding.
Do what works for you.
It's worth stating here that learning from experts is invaluable. If you develop a voice that is based on the work of others, your work will likely look like someone else's. That can be a worthy goal, as an example, to paint like Titian, or Michelangelo, or DaVinci, or Sargent. Or perhaps modern masters like Motherwell, Klee, and Pollock.
If you seek to develop your own voice, then I encourage you to lead with process, and follow with order. Find the balance that works for you. You can incorporate learning and experimenting, without giving up your voice. It's a very exciting experience and your work will be judged on its own merits.


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Important Note: 220.127.116.11 firmware is recommended only for units with version 188.8.131.52. Also, this file must be unzipped before starting the upgrade process.
Followed instructions carefully and it It won't flash! I verified that my units were version 184.108.40.206, used provided USB mini-adapter on transmitter, USB port on receiver and needer initiate the flashing process. It's like the units did not detect the connected thumb drive. Tried several times. Also, I own two sets of MyWirelessTV and neither one worked!!! Please provide working FW update.
How did you format that thumb drive is it FAT32 or NTFS? Please follow the steps below to format the thumb drive using FAT32
Click Start > Computer
Right-click the Flash drive if it shows up there
Click Format
Click on the File system list box and select FAT32
Click Start
If that does not work:
Click Start, right-click Computer
Click Manage
Expand Storage > click Disk Management
Select the thumb drive in the Volume list
Right-click it and click Format
Click on the File system: list box and select FAT32
Click OK
if that doesn't work follow these same steps but select FAT instead.
Checked flash drive under properties. It says FAT32. The flash drive has a single file in it called "aei_mwtv.bin" at the root directory. The file size is 14.6 MB (15,335,456 bytes). Anything else I can check?
You can try formatting it to just FAT
Hi. Please help. I'm trying to update the firmware for 1 transmitter and 2 receivers and am following the instructions to the letter. Current firmware is 18.104.22.168 for all 3 devices. I've downloaded the latest firmware (v 22.214.171.124), extracted it, loaded it on a thumb drive formatted with FAT32, installed the thumb drive, powered up. Power light flashes green for a few seconds then goes solid. Sync light is flashing red/green and nothing seems to be happening. Can you please help? Thanks in advance.
Please try formatting your hard drive with just FAT not FAT 32 and let us know if that works for you.
The only available formatting options are NTFS, FAT32 and exFAT
FYI I tried using all 3 options and it has not worked.....
Formatted my flash drive with just FAT (as recommended) and it still doesn't work!!! I'm experiencing the exact same thing that Mr Pagan describes "Power light flashes green for a few seconds then goes solid. Sync light is flashing red/green and nothing seems to be happening". Maybe the reason why only "1 out of 8 found this helpful" is because it just doesn't work as advertised. Maybe the 1 person that found this useful can share what he\she did to get it to work :(
I got mine upgraded and here's what I ended up doing. 2 things helped.
1. If you're on version 18.104.22.168, you can't directly upgrade to the latest firmware. You must first upgrade to 18.104.22.168 THEN you can upgrade to the latest firmware. You can get the .40 upgrade from Actiontec. It's not on the website.
2. This may or may not make a difference but I changed out the thumb drive I was using (32GB) and found an older 2GB drive and formatted it with FAT32. I vaguely remember hearing something about older devices not recognizing newer/larger thumb drives.
Regardless, the end result was both devices were successfully upgraded and it works properly with my new TV's. Good luck.
Correct on upgrading firmware from 126.96.36.199, it does need to be step upgraded to 18.104.22.168 before upgrading to 126.96.36.199 or the 184.108.40.206 firmwares.
Sometimes using the "Full Format" option instead of the "Quick Format" can make a difference depending on the USB Flash drive and size.
The above-referenced directions are shamefully unclear. I have firmware 220.127.116.11 installed on TX and RX. Can I or should I upgrade to 220.127.116.11? Would be helpful if someone would indicate what features and/or bug fixes are included.
Secondly, would this upgrade allow me to use 1 transmitter and 2 receivers?
Finally, does the transmitter currently support the industry standard MiraCast? If not, when will this happen? Your users have spent lots of money on these devices, and we deserve to be able to use these in multiple configurations to support our needs. Anxiously awaiting your positive responses.
So, where can I get firmware 18.104.22.168 so I can upgrade to 18.104.22.168? Why is .40 not available on the website if it's required to upgrade to 220.127.116.11 (as per previous posts)? It would make it much easier for customers to undergo this process if it was clearly spelled out in the upgrade instructions and if all the necessary resources were easily available instead of having to make a special request . Also, what improvements and\or bug fixes are included in the .68 firmware?
The Firmware of 126.96.36.199 is for the MWTV2 series not the MWTV200 series. The MWTV2 series can not use multiple receivers.
There are NO firmware upgrades for the MWTV2 series.
Here is the link to the product page for the MWTV2 series.
@juice polished
To get the 126.96.36.199 firmware you need to submit a support ticket at the following link..
I just purchased a MyWirelessTV2. How do I know if I need to do an update? It is working fine.
Unless you begin to experience issues there is no need to update your device. Most firmware upgrades are put out to fix issues that some users have with a particular setup. If your setup is working fine there is no need to update your devices. Also if you just purchased your devices they should be on the latest firmware already
Is it possible to step backwards from firmware v.220.127.116.11 down to v.188.8.131.52?
I moved my system around and noticed some signal degradation, prompting me to look into the upgrades. I started with v.22.214.171.124, stepped up to v.22.214.171.124, then onto v.126.96.36.199. I went from 2 signal bars of strength originally to full bars with 22.214.171.124, then down to 3 or 4 bars with 126.96.36.199. Possible to step back down, or was I seeing false signal strength?
It is possible but not recommended to downgrade firmwares. Wireless signal strength is based on the environment the units are placed. It would be recommended to change the wireless channels to see if that resolves the issue. If you would like to still downgrade the units you need to fill out the email request form at the following link.
These instructions suck! This is NOT a $10 item especially if you have more than 1 receiver. I will NEVER buy another ACTIONTEC product again. No Support unless you jump through hoops and then pay again. Really bad marketing.
What firmware is currently on the Transmitter and receiver units?
If you have never upgraded your devices the firmware will be listed on the sticker of the unit, otherwise you may have to get the version (188.8.131.52 or 22.214.171.124) from the Advanced Setup icon in the Receiver's interface.
Verify that the file listed in the Root Directory of the USB thumb/flash drive is listed 'aei_mwtv.bin' . Insert the drive into one of units, remove the Power, count to 5 and re-power. If the unit is reading the drive your Power/Sync LEDs will flicker for 2-5 minutes and go completely out. When the Power LED is solid Green, remove the drive and repeat the process with your other units.
I was having the same problem as a lot of you and got it to work, so hopefully this helps someone...
When formatting the flash drive be sure to format it as FAT32. I'm on a Mac and thought I was formatting it correctly but the default settings during formatting aren't the right settings. Use a small flash drive (mine was 8gb) and when formatting to FAT (MS-DOS) make sure to choose Master Boot Record as the scheme. If you don't choose that the transmitter and receiver will not be able to detect the flash drive.
Hope that helps because it took me many tries to get it working.
Not sure if anyone is still using MyWirelessTV 1 but here is what I did to get it to update the flash:
1. Fat32 formatted 8gb flash drive - added firmware
2. Installed flash drive - Did factory reset instead of power cycle - worked.
Let me share my own experience, with the hope it might help others.
Watch Actiontec's video on Youtube, and in particular, note things which are shown but not really highlighted by a verbal description by the presenter.
Disconnect all cables/wiring, including power, from both Transmitter and Receiver.
Connect USB thumb drive to the Transmitter
Power up just the Transmitter.
Wait for update to complete
Disconnect power from the Transmitter
Connect USB thumb drive to the Receiver
Power up just the Receiver
Wait for the update to complete
Disconnect power from the Receiver
Reconnect all video and remote cables to both the Transmitter and the Receiver
Power up the Transmitter
Power up the Receiver
Hope this helps someone.
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"I worked with Toby since I joined Middlesex and he really helped me to progress to the next level. He helped mould the basics of my technical game!"
"Working with Toby Radford has been an absolute pleasure and honour of mine. He has helped me to develop my game in terms of my mental approach, physical attributes and understanding how to keep my emotions in check in difficult situations. He has made me comfortable with my game by the coaching methods that he employs and is a trustworthy coach that you can take up any matter with. I would recommend working with him to any batter or cricketer who feels they want to move forward and perform consistently."
Andrew Strauss recalls to the Daily Express how indoor net sessions with Toby Radford helped to rebuild his confidence and technique after being left out of the England team for the 2007 tour of Sri Lanka.
Andrew Strauss says "Toby is fantastic. Really accommodating. And it did help me when I went to New Zealand later that winter. He knows the game inside out. He is very passionate and is a good guy to throw ideas off. When you get to my age, it is more about what you feel is right, and having someone there as a sounding board, and he was very good to work with."
"Having worked with Toby since I was 13 years of age I have been able to relate to him on a professional and personal basis. His astute technical understanding of the game has allowed me to call on him regularly throughout my early career and build a strong base on which I can rely now. Without this help, I would not understand my game as I do now.""
"I worked with Toby at Middlesex from my time at the Academy through to playing on the full staff and First Eleven. I can honestly say that if it wasn't for Toby, I would not be playing professionally today. He is a great coach both technically and tactically and helped me and my peers in all aspects of our game and will, no doubt, continue to do so. He is also a great bloke and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with him."
"Since working with Toby from the age of 13 I have found his technical knowledge of the game a major factor in my development as a player. "He is always reliable with the highest of work-rates. No-one is more dedicated to his work than Toby"
"In all the coaching roles that Toby fulfilled at Middlesex CCC, he set the highest of standards and made it his responsibility to develop every player that came under his wing.
The current crop of talented young players at the Club are a product and a testament to the time and effort that Toby committed to them in their development.
I was fortunate enough to work alongside Toby for six years, during which time he supported my development as a coach and provided me with the opportunities to progress.
It was a proud moment to stand alongside him at The Rose Bowl on Finals Day 2008 and share his finest moment at the Club as he led the First Team to 20:20 success against Kent."
Darren Sammy, Former West Indies Captain
"... Toby's advice to me about my head and feet position during the Twenty20 World Cup in 2010 made a huge difference... "
Kieran Powell, West Indies Opening Batsman
"... I would recommend working with him to any batter or cricketer who feels they want to move forward and perform consistently... "
Eoin Morgan, England Batsman
"... He helped mould the basics of my technical game! ...."
Andrew Straus, Former England Captain
"... Toby is fantastic, very passionate and is a good guy to throw ideas off..... "
Steve Finn, England and Middlesex CCC opening bowler
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Atrium House: State of the Flip, Vol. 1
So, here I sit writing our very first, very belated house update. It's been nearly a month since we closed, so in retrospect, it was pretty adorable that we thought this could be done in two months. Although Josh has been working tirelessly to demo the dang thing, there were things we didn't anticipate (just like on TV! wow!) and so here we are! I would say that the demo is almost all the way complete now, and we are starting to get the pros in there to give us estimates and lining up our budget.
I would say that so far, I'm not able to be as involved as I wanted to be, and Josh might tell you he's doing more work than he thought he was going to be doing. With two little ones, it's easy to be optimistic about your time / getting a babysitter, but it's not always the most realistic thing, and when "budget" is in your top 5 most used words in a given week, a babysitter isn't always doable. One solution we have made is to put Imogen into summer preschool 3 days a week, which besides being helpful to me in having more time to get work done (both on the house and doing my Dad's social media management), Imogen being in preschool is the best thing for her own needs! We are all super excited about this... her especially. She literally didn't care when I left this morning. I was being all needy mom, and she definitely didn't even say bye to me even though I said it like 5 times. How embarrassing for me.
The other complication in the process was juggling all of our ventures / life / kids and being a one-car-family. We are all VERY HAPPY TO REPORT that Josh is finally getting a truck tomorrow. VERY, VERY HAPPY.
Okay, so here's the actual flip progress! Are you ready?
We started with demolishing the back porch. It definitely was not built to code, and not even built well, at that (Basically, it was just pieces of faux wood panel that were glued together all hodge-podge, with a faux brick veneer fireplace stuck in the middle of it). The square footage wasn't included in the total, so we decided to lose it and create a larger outdoor space. Additionally, having those walls down would mean a lot more light into the living / dining area, and I'll NEVER turn down an opportunity for more natural light!
Somewhere in the process, I became determined to put an actual vintage malm fireplace on the back porch, too. But our budget for extra things is sooo tight so I put myself on about a $300 budget (which is CRAZY. You can't find a malm for that cheap!). BUT!! We found this one locally for $150. I hope you are properly shocked. Now we are just trying to figure out if we should keep it this green color, or have it sand blasted and powder coated a really bright red or orange color (or white!?).
Josh was able to expose the beam that separates the open living space from the dining space, and you guys, it's freaking so beautiful. The color of it is amazing! I'm so excited - it looks crazy good.
So our initial plan with the kitchen was to tile the walls of the kitchen area, floor to ceiling. When Josh was pulling out the cabinets (and that weird spacer box that they used to put above cabinets in the 50's and 60's - who knows why they did that?! I'm legitimately curious), he discovered that a) the cement brick behind the drywall is beautiful, and b) it continues into the dining room, and c) although the house is extremely well-insulated (it barely felt warm in there one day when it was 117 degrees!), there was no insulation between the brick and the drywall. Meaning.... why not just expose the brick? (Sadly, that means we WOULD have to get rid of this beautiful tree decal. Doubtful anything could replace its effortless elegance.)
So, that's what Josh did. I LOVE it. it brings a lot more character into the home and it's definitely something you don't see every day. There's a little bit of creative configuring we will have to do with it but it'll be worth it.
As far as my input goes, I've basically been at work planning the look of the space, and finding good fixtures for our budget, and decided what to go budget-friendly on, and what to splurge on! I initially drew up this budget for the master bath and I'm already laughing at it. LAUGHING, I TELL YOU.
So that's where we are right now! More to come. :)


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Joe Pulizzi, founder of Content Marketing Institute and Content Marketing World discusses the state of content marketing in today's digital world.
From keynote speaker John Cleese's phenomenal presentation on unlocking an organization's creativity to some of the world's best speakers, Pulizzi's also covers this year's Content Marketing World.
Pulizzi also, goes in to how, with content marketing, one can dominate their industry whether it is a large or small company. The concept has democratized marketing and it is just getting started. Companies are seeing the value, but are still learning how to implement. Most organizations are still at the very beginning of this process, it's such a long way to go.


text: I wrote an answer to this on Quora, and said my money was on the Bed. However, for a really good Cold War, you got nothing else better than the refrigerator. It can conduct Cold War negotiations, without budging an inch from its position, as you know if you've tried to move it to clean under it. It has numerous bins and drawers to store secrets. The Broccoli Police are everywhere. Hide ice cream behind them, to keep it safe, and use it for exchanges of prisoners later. If it has to escape from constant interrogation and examination of it's secrets, it can run, and run constantly. Such endurance. If it should be taken prisoner, and have no power, it can put up a real stink.


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Animal Drop
Animal Drop is a free app for the iPod Touch/iPhone. I got this game for my five year old son. He adores it. The concept is extremely simple. Take the picture from the top, and drag it on top of the larger shadow of the same animal. Once that happens, the child gets to hear the sound from that animal. You know, a quack, moo, buzz, chirp, whatever that animal is. So the lessons in Animal Drop are shape recognition and animal sounds.
Kids can easily play Animal Drop thanks to the graphical familiarity. The screens look the same with one major exception. The animals, and the shadows change routinely. Not a problem because that is what keeps this app fresh. I found no graphical issues with any of the pictures in Animal Drop. The color scheme is very colorful and kids love it.
The animal sounds in Animal Drop are great. My hubby was nearby when our son was playing Animal Drop, and asked if he was watching some video on the zoo. He was very surprised to see this was an app (and a free one) on the iPod Touch. Ya'll know how much it can take to surprise him with how many years he has been in the industry. After many of the animal sounds my son would tell me that was a dog, or that was a bee, or whatever it was. He also would laugh, and have a good time playing Animal Drop.
I have downloaded numerous free apps for children, and Animal Drop continues to be a favorite of my youngest child. He loves to play this game over and over again. He does not get tired of matching animals to their shapes. I found myself bored after eighty or so matches. I can not repeat enough times that Animal Drop is free. It was worth my time to download it.
The touch controls in Animal Drop are great. This app is very forgiving. All I had to do was get the animal close to its shadow. I know numerous puzzle games that only will snap into place when the item is right on top of the exact spot. So this is a great game for kids, and they really enjoy Animal Drop.
The lessons in
Animal Drop are animal recognition, shape recognition, and sound
recognition. This app does a fantastic job of it, and I hope AM Mobile
Software creates sequels in the future. Animal Drop is one of those apps
that impressed me so much that I wanted to review it.
- Yolanda
Graphics: 89%
Sound: 94%
Replay/Extras: 98%
Gameplay: 92%
Family Friendly Factor: 95%
System: iPhone/iPod Touch
Publisher: AM Mobile Software
ESRB Rating: '4+' - 4+
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Chapter 1 – Introduction:
Everything started with the search for grade and nice toys for my niece and nephew. In the popular Toy Stores you can only buy toys made of plastic. The quality, functionality and the material of the toys are cheap. It is difficult to find good toys which are durable and can be repaired by yourself. All the toys I have seen in the stores I didn't like. This gave me the idea of the do it yourself toy car.
Let us build your own toys!
You do not need a high tech workshop. With all the tools you can buy today as a private person it is no problem. For the advanced of us they can own a 3D printer, a free CAD software and cheap electronics. With all the tools the only problem is the idea and the time.
Each chapter of my HowTo describes step by step the making of the Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle. For me it is important that all used software is for free and everybody should be able to build the car by his own. Of course the HowTo papers are also for free.
I would like to thank also my wife who supports me and always endures the transformation of the living room in a small workshop.
The Raspberry Pi is exactly the right computer for small technical craft projects for a few bucks. There are many books describing the Raspberry Pi and parts of the operation system linux but common to all books is the fact they are very superficial. The books never describing a project like building your own rc car with a Raspberry Pi. You will also find many posts and blogs describing parts of the steps you have to know to build a Wi-Fi controlled car but never the whole project. This gap closes my building instructions and at the end you will have a functional model of a Wi-Fi radio controlled rc vehicle.
E-Book – build a remote controlled robot with a Raspberry Pi
With this e-book you can create step by step, your unique remote controlled car. The interaction of hardware, electronics and software are explained with the help of concrete examples. This makes it easy to understand the more complex parts of the project.
The e-book is available as PDF.
The e-book costs 14.90 USD inkl. 19% VAT. (Germany).
When ordering from other countries the gross price may vary since then other VAT rates apply.
With the latest version of the Raspberry Pi B+ lets nothing to be desired in making your own rc car. With the B+ model it is possible to build this car and to add additional functions like a camera on the top of a servo. The knowledge you need to build this car and to add new functions will you learn with my HowTo papers. At the end you can start with new projects like:
- garage door opener with a Web-Interface
- a rc controlled boote
- upgrading your model trains with a live video stream
- etc.
Why the Raspberry Pi
The Raspberry Pi is build from low power components like an ARM Processor. This makes it possible to power the Raspberry Pi with a 5v USB Power Bank for several hours with out a problem. I selected all the components with the goal to build the car with as little trouble as possible and with the greatest success. The conflict I had to solve was to pay as less as possible by the best functionality for the RC car. I hope I made the right selections.
Another reason was the big community which is available for the Raspberry Pi world wide to answer questions and to support the RaPi. A bunch of online shops offering extensions like the NoIR Camera modul or ultrasonic modules for robots. The driver and software support is hughe and easy to install. This little car is also possible with the Arduino but the Raspberry Pi is more like a personal computer.
The latest pictures and Videos:
For the first impression I uploaded a few pictures of my car.
You see the Raspberry Pi NoIR Camera and the WIFI antenna.
This is a picture from the back.
This video shows ma car and the test how good I drives around corners.
I wish you all much fun with the project and don't hesitate to ask questions.
Chapter 1: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – introduction
Chapter 2: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – component list
Chapter 3: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – chassis
Chapter 4: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – wiring
Chapter 5: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – software installation
Chapter 6: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – power supply
Chapter 7: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – programing
Chapter 8: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – live video streaming
Chapter 9: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – web-interface and smartphone
Chapter 10: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – cooling with passive heat sinks
Chapter 11: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – startup scripts
Chapter 12: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – cardboard car model
Chapter 13: Raspberry Pi WIFI radio controlled rc vehicle – power consumption


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Project Requirements Discovery
This workshop is intended for the delivery team that is just getting started with a new effort or has identified the need to establish a product backlog based on an agreed upon vision and goal(s). The workshop will include the use of a variety of appropriate analysis models such as KPI's, impact maps, process flows, domain models, and prototypes to create a product backlog.
Participants should bring available project information to the session.
- Come to agreement on what problem the effort is intending to solve
- Establishes agreement on possible solutions
- Length: 2 Days
- Prerequisites: We recommend participants have attended our Agile Analysis Boot Camp class or have agile experience or training.
- Recommended Size: Up to 12
Interested in having this learning event presented to your group? Contact us to get your workshop scheduled.


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WASHINGTON — As General Motors publicly expressed remorse over its decade-long failure to disclose defective ignition switches, it successfully fought to retain its protection from any lawsuits for crashes that occurred before its 2009 bankruptcy.
Instead, G.M. offered compensation to those victims on its own terms, with a fund run by the lawyer Kenneth R. Feinberg and limited to 2.6 million small cars that were recalled in early 2014.
Now the scope of that toll has become clearer: More than 100, or nearly one-third, of the switch-related death and injury claims approved by Mr. Feinberg were for accidents that happened before the company's bankruptcy filing. The data was included in the final status report on the G.M. compensation fund issued early Thursday by Mr. Feinberg.
The legal strategy had been part of a broader effort by G.M., the nation's largest automaker, to move past the biggest safety scandal in its history.
"G.M. stepped up to its responsibility for the ignition switches, but they made a decision to limit their larger financial exposure to pre-bankruptcy cases," said Cindy Schipani, a law professor at the University of Michigan.
Mr. Feinberg said in his report that 399 death and injury claims — out of 4,343 claims filed — were found eligible for compensation. They include 124 deaths, 18 catastrophic injuries and 257 other types of injuries. He said that 128 of the approved claims — or 32 percent of the total — were for accidents that happened before G.M. went bankrupt.
While Mr. Feinberg declined to comment further on details of the fund, his final report said that G.M.'s potential legal defenses were ignored in the process of determining damages.
The program "did not consider legal defenses that might otherwise be available to G.M. in litigation, such as contributory negligence, statutes of limitations or the bankruptcy shield."
The report also showed that many claims were settled by the fund despite evidence that the victims were speeding, driving recklessly or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or not wearing a seatbelt. In all, about 61 percent of the eligible claims involved one or more factors characterized as "contributory negligence" by drivers of the vehicles, the report said.
For example, the report said that 124 of the eligible claims involved a victim who was not wearing a seatbelt. Excessive speeding was cited in 151 cases, and drug or alcohol use was present in 68 cases.
A G.M. spokesman, James Cain, said on Wednesday that the compensation fund was designed to take a "nonadversarial" approach to settling claims in which people were killed or injured because faulty switches had suddenly cut engine power and disabled airbags in affected models.
G.M., he said, decided not to challenge damage awards if other factors, like driver errors, were involved.
"We faced the ignition switch issue with integrity, dignity and clear determination to do the right thing both in the short and long term," Mr. Cain said. "The settlement facility is just one example."
Over all, Mr. Feinberg said that he authorized a total of $595 million in payments to the 399 eligible claimants. G.M. had estimated in its second-quarter earnings report that the final total would be about $625 million.
The report said that just over 90 percent of the compensation offers were accepted by the victims or family members who filed the claims and about 9 percent were rejected. None of the offers in a death claim were rejected. At least one offer is still under consideration until a January deadline.
Neither G.M. nor Mr. Feinberg has shared any details on specific accidents.
Before the compensation fund was started in June 2014, the automaker repeatedly said it had identified only 13 deaths in connection with defective switches since it began recalling affected models in February 2014.
But the number of deaths grew steadily as claims poured into the compensation fund, and became public as Mr. Feinberg published monthly tallies of his damage awards.
Some people who filed claims for pre-bankruptcy accidents were aware that the compensation fund might be their only opportunity for a settlement from G.M.
Ken Rimer is the stepfather of Natasha Weigel, an 18-year-old woman who died in 2006 in an ignition-related crash in Wisconsin.
He said on Wednesday that Ms. Weigel's family had to weigh whether to accept an award from Mr. Feinberg — or possibly receive no compensation if G.M. was ultimately shielded from pre-bankruptcy litigation.
"We wanted to have our day in court with G.M.," Mr. Rimer said. "But we figured that was never going to happen."
G.M. has so far avoided lawsuits that predate its bankruptcy, which was aided by a $49 billion bailout by the federal government.
Last April, Judge Robert E. Gerber upheld G.M.'s immunity shield, which forced all litigants to pursue lawsuits against the automaker's previous corporate entity, commonly referred to as "old G.M."
That decision has been appealed by plaintiffs to a higher court, with a ruling expected next year. Until the appeal is ruled on, a number of active ignition-switch lawsuits are stalled.
In September, G.M. agreed to pay $575 million to resolve the cases of 1,380 people who had sued the company for accidents involving ignition switches, as well as settle a shareholder suit.
But the lawyer in the cases, Robert C. Hilliard, said that 180 pre-bankruptcy lawsuits were excluded from that settlement.
Those 180 cases are among the outstanding claims against G.M. included in the so-called multidistrict litigation that will be heard in a series of trials next year in New York.
Mr. Hilliard said the claimants in the pre-bankruptcy cases are counting on the federal appeals court to overturn Judge Gerber's ruling on G.M.'s legal immunity. "Without a favorable ruling, they'll get nothing," he said.


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Wah... so ngam one this time!!! New Apple Store open in the Perth City coming this Saturday man.... yahoo!!!As a Apple fans like me, I guaranty want to visit there....hehehe and try the new iPhone 4!!! ( If Got Lah)
Infect this is also the one of the reason I came to Perth too... I want to get a Ipad 3G. Yes is more cheaper then any shop who had sale in Brunei! It open at Saturday,26 June 2010. 9:00 a.m!!! So I think I have to be there very early in the morning!!!! Excited excited!!!