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Guinea pigs make excellent pets. They love attention and become very attached to their owners, and they make an array of different sounds and noises to communicate with each other and with us. They are, however, not the easiest pets to care for. As with any cage animals they require some maintenance. In the end, it's well worth it, though!
One of the biggest mistakes Guinea Pig owners make is that they don't research the diet of their guinea pigs appropriately. They are by far one of the most difficult pets to feed, because there are 3 components to their diet, instead of just the usual one or two.
Pelleted Food:
Mistake #1 is usually that people believe that feeding their pigs on a diet of rabbit pellets is sufficient. And while a lot of pigs will be ok on this they won't thrive, and will be more prone to health issues. Imagine only eating bread yourself, you could probably maintain your weight, but you would feel like crap most of the time, and your health would be compromised because you're not getting the vitamins and minerals you need to be healthy. The biggest problem with rabbit feed is that it doesn't contain Vitamin C - which guinea pigs are unable to produce on their own, so need in their diet. The other issue is that MOST rabbit pellets available in stores in SA contain a very high amount of antibiotics and other nasties that meat rabbit farmers add to the food to ensure that their animals, who are only required to live for a very short time, gain enough weight to get to slaughter.
So basically, you need to find a pellet that is guinea pig specific. It needs to be high in fiber, low in protein and contain Vitamin C.
Guinea Pigs have a digestive system very similar to those of cattle. Therefore, they need to graze all day long. If you had to make sure they had enough pellets to last them a whole day of non-stop eating you would very quickly sit with a pig that is grossly overweight, and very likely bloated because they haven't received enough roughage to clear out their intestines. It is of utmost importance that your pigs have access to unlimited amounts of fresh hay all day long. The most preferable hay available here is Oat hay, with Teff and Lucerne a close second.
Fresh Veggies:
Besides the above diet becoming extremely boring, pigs also need a variety of fresh fruit (limited) and vegetables daily.
As a rescue that takes in many adult male guinea pigs on a regular basis I face this question a lot. How do we introduce new guinea pigs to our existing herd without risking our dear pets' lives in the process?
Socializing girls
Socializing female pigs is generally an easy task. Most sows are not nearly as territorial as males, and bond quickly with new inhabitants. I have only ever encountered one female who hated all but one other girl. It took me several months to find the right fit for her, but she was definitely the exception to the rule, but I did find a friend for her eventually, and they have lived happily since. Generally with sows, I do a brief introduction on neutral grounds, like a couch, the bed or the bathroom, to see how they react to one another. They usually show some interest, sharing some food is also a good way to bond them quickly. If it goes well there I will move them to their cage, which has been cleaned down properly, and I'll watch them for at least an hour to make sure they are ok. 99% of the time this works just fine.
Boys are a different story altogether.
If you have young boys, under 5 months of age (before they hit puberty) the above procedure for girls will work fine. However, you must keep in mind that boars require more space, so that if they do get into each other's hair they each have enough of their own space to cool down. I usually advise that you also provide them with 2 food bowls, 2 hay racks, and 2 water bottles, placed far enough away that one male isn't able to monopolize the supplies or that they are able to fight over it.
If you want to introduce 2 adult males it will take time, space, and patience. I have set up C&C cages in such a way that there are 2 cages directly next to one another, with only bars separating them. This gives them an opportunity to get to know one another without being able to get to one another and do actual damage. I keep them like this for about a week. I then start introducing them on neutral ground, with a towel and water squirter in hand in case something goes wrong. At first I do short sessions - 5 or 10 minutes, and then gradually work it up to longer periods of time. Once they are able to endure about an hour of being together without any issues at all I will move them into a neutral cage where neither of them has stayed, that also doesn't contain anything either of them are used to or carries their scent. Remember, boars need more space than sows, so make sure that it's a big cage. I will sit and intently watch them for quite some time to make sure that all is well, and remain vigilant thereafter.
It is easier to introduce a smaller/baby boar to an older boar. They are generally more accepting of each other, but I will still suggest a proper introduction process because the older boar may well do a lot of damage to the younger boy if he takes to disliking him.
And it is worth noting that some boars remain stubborn and refuse to pair up with another. In that case it would be best to neuter him, and introduce him into a female herd where he is the only boar.


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Wow i got the same problem and im sick of it. I WANT TO PLAY MULTIPLAYER!!! Some one please answer this question!!!Originally Posted by -theory-
Wow i got the same problem and im sick of it. I WANT TO PLAY MULTIPLAYER!!! Some one please answer this question!!!Originally Posted by -theory-
Im sorry but, the chat button has to go it hardly works and the players sound like freaking robots. The whole aspect of this game is disinteresting and Im going to sell the game back to whoever wants it. I give this game 4 rating and thats sad
will someone please help fix this red room problem?? it seems like a big issue. if i can only play 4 games or so out of the 20 or so that are currently on...im gonna have to get rid of the game.
i think this problem will hurt the development of this game. i really do wish this gets picked up at least as well as killzone did.
The "Red Room" problem can be solve by going to this sticky about UDP port forwarding. As for me, I solved this problem by putting my PS2'sNetworkAdapter on DMZ from my router, this way all the ports are open.
Since I've given the game a real chance I'm starting to like it more and more. If you played Killzone before this, allow me to ask you where was your chat button then?Originally Posted by PSBsuxx
DMZ? whats that? I hope it solves my problem. Its really pissing me off all those red rooms.Originally Posted by khabz
square was the talk button. L2 was crouch. circle was change weapons. L1 grenade. R1 primary, R2 secondary
DMZ stands for Demilitarized Zone. It's a section of your network that is segragated from the user portion of your network. It's usually used in enterprise level networks. If you need help figuring out how to set one up post a thread.Originally Posted by UnknownX
On Killzone, I changed my L2 to chat and my L1 to throw grenades. I hated having to stop running in order to throw grenades or talk. I put crouch on square and toggle because I'm not running when I need to use crouch.Originally Posted by Thanos1
is eidos coming with a new patch for the ps2 anytime soon?This red room problem is stupid and i hope they could fix it a.s.a.p.
We have people looking into the issue now, but you should try the fix posted by Mike_g in the Manual Errata thread posted here
If you still need help let me know.
I have been having problems with the online game.I am playing the PS2 version and have a cable modem.After I have completed a game and attempt to leave and join another I get the "leaving game" screen which then freezes causing me to restart my PS2 and log back in to the server.This is one of the problems we had when beta testing the game and it was my understanding it had been fixed.What happened?
Well actually ive tryed everything anyone on this forum said might work including opening port 4569.It just doesnt work.Im just trying to finish the singleplayer game but once in a while i go to play a DM with 2 or 3 ppl, since only some rooms allow me to join.Originally Posted by Jumpin_Jebus
Originally Posted by Jumpin_Jebus
This sticky didn;t help my problem. I run my ps2 straight to my modem via ethernet, no computer invvolvement at all, and am still getting mostly red rooms.
Also check this page. It's Sony's official Firewall/Router FAQ and troubleshooting page. It may shed some light on things.
I play Snowblind on XBL and I have the same problems that Danny listed above...ALL OF THE BELOW ARE MP PROBLEMS
1. People jerk around, impossible to aim.
2. Team switching sucks
3. Joining a game sucks if the game is almost over, then you're screwed and you get a loss (usually)
4. I don't have a problem with the sound, but if there could be a name next to the mic icon it'd be great. I get really sick of asking, "...wait, who's this talking?" and then needing to go into the menu and see who this person is...
5. Game freezes - I know for sure that me and a friend have HUGE problems with the game freezing, I have frozen in-game at least 2 times and after leaving a game about 4 times, and then once it froze while trying to get into a game.
Otherwise, I really like your game, and if there are fixes and if the graphics run smoother I'd keep playing, and log more games than I already have... (only about 30 games)
Please release an update for the xbox version that includes legacy thumbsticks (mixed thumbsticks) so that I can play this game. I feel like I wasted $53 dollars on a game I can't play at all. I know about 30 people who play xbox shooters in my community and 25% of them use legacy controls. My friends want to play this game on live but can't because of the lack of alternative thumbstick contrlos and they won't buy the game unless it offers this scheme.
Im in Australia, have a D-LINK DSL-504G Router and have set up a DMZ previously for the playstation 2. When I go onto the Snowblind server however there is only 1-2 games ever running and all of them are red, I havent been able to join a game yet. What could be the problem?Originally Posted by khabz
Originally Posted by microcuts777
I would have to agree with these comments. The X-Box consoles are locking up during online play. There have been several cases where myself and several other players have had to shut off our X-Box and log back in. The online play can be frustrating because when you are trying to shoot someone they are flying around the screen which makes it very difficult. If you can fix these bugs it would make gameplay more enjoyable.
I have been playing Project Snowblind on the Xbox and have 2 issues regarding the controller setup which are really affecting by ability to play the game. One based on the pre-defined southpaw sontroller set-up and the other regarding controller glitches which occur when in cut-scenes or using machinery/vehicles
1. It seems that some very useful controller set-ups are missing from the list of pre-defined options. I tend to use southpaw (left thumbstick = look/ right thumstick = move), and was initailly very relieved it included in the list, until I found out that all of the buttons (espeicially pri and sec fir) had also been reversed. This is a strange move as southpaw usually only refers to the thumbsticks and not the whole controller layout. I have tried to use these reversed keys but am finding the expeirence very frustrating. My question here is; Is there any chance that new controller options can be added to next auto update? (if there is one planned), becuase without it I and probably many others will not be able to fully experience the game, and would certainly be at a big disadvantage when playing over Live.
2. Once ingame (using Southpaw) the control set-up seems to switch back to defualt when moving during the 'cut-scenes'. This is very disconcerting whenever it occurs the same thing is also true when using different vehicles ingame. jump into a turret and you need southpaw (even though the fire trigger is wrong). but jump into a jeep and all of a sudden you need to change the controller back to default as all of a sudden all control is moved to the right thumbstick. this feels wrong to the player as the controls change allot based on what vehicle you are using at the time. Again I ask the question, Are there any planned to resolve these issues in future auto updates
Thanks for your time
whenever i tried to leave the game it would freeze and if i had a network error it would try and leave and then freeze im playing on a ps2
L2 my friend. This game ROCKS!!!!!! you can still do some minor cheating but the qugs make it less effective then on most ps2 games.Originally Posted by PWA..MOBSTER
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Sometimes I want to join games (they are green on the list), but it says I can't connect. The game isn't full either. I have opened all ports on my router. Has anyone else experienced this problem or know what causes it?
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I Have Just Started this what seems to be great game but i have huge grapichs problems i have an Radeon 9800 Pro graphichs card its totally unplayable.How do i solve this problem?
A reaply would be really great!
when i go to setup and the screen goes blank i get a fatal error mess. saying i have to restart my computer to reset my diplay setting the desktop is al garbled up and cant see the desktop clearly it dont even go to the start of the game can any one help me here i paid for the game and cant even start to play it i have windows xp service pack 2 dell demension 4550 pet 4 512 ram 112gig hard drive gefource 5200fx 164mbs card can any one help me here . thanks bob


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Karlie Kloss is the star of today's story. She walked into public attention in her early 20s, becoming the spokesperson of Estee Lauder, and now getting married to Joshua Kushner. Gaining both wealth and fame, she started her school mode and became a developer at New York University!
She has had strong interest in mathematics and science since she was young, and was determined to become a scientist . Her father who was a doctor fully supported her. Yet, as her charm shined and the slenderness had her captured by the modelling company at the age of 15.
Despite ten years of modelling, she has never given up on learning. In 2014, she started a two-week course at Flatiron School in Manhattan – to learn the development of Ruby on Rails' website framework. That's her first attempt in learning programming in an Adult School. Her talent was unstoppable and she couldn't resist the passion but gave her full devotion. The School founder even described her as "the best student of the Year" before even recognising it was 'her'!
Haven't been this fulfilled in life, Karlie decided to take a big turn – she terminated her contract with Victoria Secret in 2015 and pursued Computer Science with New York University. Her Instagram style suddenly transformed from a fashion icon into a beautiful "nerd" spending days and nights in the library. Coffee with a computer, loads of notes, and thousands of lines of codes were her daily portrayal. Known to be a foodie in the fashion world, she designed a drone that can deliver cookies. In addition to the fancy codes, she was also keen on doing research on a variety of hardware.
Karlie played with the handy Raspberry Pi skilfully; it is a mini computer that can connect to Wifi, Bluetooth, sensors and other hardware devices for remote control. She is really good at it and even shared the process of assembling the laptop on her IG.
She noticed a significant gender imbalance across the industry during her studies. She was thus determined to develop a platform for girls who are interested in programming to pursue their passion. In 2015, she partnered with her School of enlightenment, donated and funded 21 young girls to study the Ruby on Rails course that she was enrolled into.
But that's far from enough. A year later, she started her own code learning camp, Kode with Klossy, which was open to girls between the ages of 13 and 18.
Karlie didn't just participated in the development of writing curriculums, but also the selection of teachers. Her course first started at three states, New York, Los Angeles and her hometown St. Louis, and now expanded to 18 states. (This reminds us of Michelle, founder of First Code Academy, who shared similar life experience.)
Students from Kode with Klossy are outstanding. They participated and won various Hackathon, and got into the Ivy League schools. Afterwards, Karlie collaborated with Flatiron School once again, offering courses to adult women. On a monthly basis, a student would be selected for a year-long website development course.
Karlie stays active on Youtube and IG to encourage girls to learn coding. She says: "coding is an invisible foundation of this technology-leading world. Understanding codes means that we don't have to be led by the nose. Being able to do programming implies that we have the ability to participate in the construction, innovation and reform of the world's technology trend." First Code Academy also shares this belief- Let's learn programming together, and let the children become creators of the future!


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LOCAID and CAMS sign deal to provide industry leading mobile gaming location solution
San Francisco, CA, January 22, 2013 – As the mobile gaming industry continues to grow and app revenues for 2012 are reported to have hit $10 billion, CAMS (Central Account Management System) and Locaid have partnered to develop an industry leading, location-based solution that will support the collection, identification and management of critical player information to meet the strict regulations of the gaming industry.
This past November, CAMS became the first service provider approved for a Class 2 gaming license in the state of Nevada allowing the company to provide services for geo-location, patron identification and payment processing in a combined offer. Locaid's Location-as-a-Service (LaaS) solution has quickly become the gaming industry standard for secure device location that meets the extremely rigorous requirements of state lottery administrators and gaming regulators. Together the companies will provide a 360° location solution for the mobile gaming industry as it continues to grow.
"CAMS supports the creation of a safe and secure payment environment for casinos, lotteries, brands, and players and helps meet or exceed regulatory and compliance requirements," said CAMS Chief Executive Officer, Matthew Katz. "We are excited to be working with Locaid to ensure that all of the necessary safeguards are in place and our combined capabilities will assist our customers with every facet of their online gaming businesses."
About CAMS, LLC or Central Account Management System
CAMS is a multi-tenant Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution powered by Verifi, Inc. offering lottery, poker, gaming and online wagering operators the ability to collect, identify and manage critical player information. It assists merchants and operators by monitoring and incorporating internal and external regulation policies, facilitating payment deposits and withdrawals and helps enforce operator business rules. The CAMS platform provides all of this within a white label solution that is customized for each site. CAMS, LLC is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. For more information, please call 323.655.5789 or visit www.CentralAMS.com.
Locaid is the world's largest Location-as-a-Service (LaaS) company. We operate a location privacy platform that allows mobile developers to locate over nine billion devices, including over 380 million mobile phones, for enterprise authentication, fraud management, consumer location services and opt-in mobile marketing. Locaid locates smartphones, feature phones, tablets and any mobile device on leading wireless carriers including América Móvil, AT&T, Cricket, Rogers, Sprint, T-Mobile, TELUS and Verizon Wireless. Locaid also helps shape and enforce location privacy policies via leadership roles on governing associations including the CTIA, MMA and IAPP. The largest financial institutions, mobile marketers, M2M platforms and mobile service providers get network location from Locaid. Location Matters™. Locate us at http://www.loc-aid.com, @locaid and www.facebook.com/Locaid.
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Focal Audio have been listening to their fans feedback and have finally decided to move in the direction of offering high-end headphones. The past week I've had the pleasure of reviewing their latest pair, the Focal Listen Wireless. So far I absolutely love them. Yes, they do have their flaws, but for the current price, I would go far as to say that they are an absolute steal. If you're looking for a pair of portable wireless headphones, which are comfortable, responsive and competitively priced then I implore you to carry on reading. For extra features such as active noise cancellation, you're best off reading the Sennheiser HD 4.50 review.
How is the sound?
When picking a new set of headphones the sound quality should always be one of your highest priorities. I've tested these with a range of different genres, from Rock, Classic, Reggae, House and everything in between. What I found was that the performance was pretty awesome throughout the different styles of music. With a frequency of 15Hz-22kHz, these headphones pack a powerful punch. Some improvements I'd like to see would be more response within the lower frequencies, especially when using the wireless feature.
If wireless isn't your cup of tea, then also included is a cable. You can definitely tell the difference between the performance of the headphones when comparing wired to non-wired. Vocals seem sharper and crisper, whilst the kick drum is more pronounced. Also included is "clear voice capture" technology which is perfect for when you're on a long car trip and wanting a hands-free conversation.
Noise isolating, but not noise cancelling
If noise isolation is important to you then the Focal Wireless will do the job; but be warned there is no active noise cancellation technology. Given these points, it means the noise will spill into the surrounding environment when you're playing music at high volumes. This isn't ideal if you're a daily commuter and you don't want anyone around to hear you. Furthermore, the buttons to control the headphones aren't the most ergonomic. They do work, but they just don't have the satisfying feeling other headphones when pressed. My preference was to control the volume and song choice using my phone instead.
Headphones you will want to be wearing
Finished with a black high gloss finish, these headphones look stunning. I have always been a fan of Focal Audios equipment both technically and aesthetically. I find their unique style is the perfect combination of clean, sharp and stylish. The added benefit of these being wireless and looking cool is definitely something that makes these a valid contender for the headphones you want to be wearing this year and the next.
Wear them for four hours straight, and then wear them some more
The first thing that struck me when I tried on the Focal Wireless Headphones was how comfortable they were. Looking at other reviews I found this to be quite a contradictory point to make, as many other reviewers think they feel unnatural. I guess this comes down to personal preference, but for me, they're the perfect fit. I even found myself walking around my house, completing my daily tasks and ended up forgetting I was wearing them because they felt so natural. No annoying earache after a few hours and the headband fit snugly around my head (Yes, I have quite a large head). Included in the ear cushions is heat sensitive memory foam!
Focal Listen Wireless has a long battery life
For a pair of wireless headphones, one of the most important features for me personally is having a significant battery life. Whether you're on your commute to work, your bi-weekly run or fancy kicking back and drowning out your annoying neighbours, these beautiful headphones will have you covered. Focal claim that the battery life will last around 20 hours, however, I've got closer to 25 hours. They're charged by a micro-USB connection and the little red light will turn to white once the device has charged. Nice and straightforward.
An additional feature which I found to be really helpful was that when the headphones are connected to your phone the battery will be displayed along the top, next to your phone battery. It's small attention to detail like this which I love to see in headphones.
Seamless Bluetooth connectivity
The Bluetooth connectivity of the headphones is seamless and there are no hiccups when connecting to your phone. You're even notified of your connection to the headphones by a friendly, welcoming voice, which is a nice little touch. A downside, however, is that these headphones do not support multipoint Bluetooth. The connection range is also pretty decent, (15m) and I found that sometimes I could leave my phone in my room and take a quick trip downstairs without the sound being interrupted too much.
Last year Focal Audio won us over with their slightly more reasonably priced predecessor, the Focal Listen wired headphones. With a similar design and sound quality they were a great set of headphones, but simply lacked the wireless functionality which is becoming increasingly popular. Since the new wireless version has been released I believe the older pair to be somewhat redundant. Sure, they are slightly more expensive, but in my opinion completely worth the extra $50.
Overall, the Focal Listen Wireless Headphones are a great follow-up to their previously wired headphones and are much more convenient. They are comfortable, have an excellent sound quality and look fantastic. These headphones would be perfect if some sort of noise cancellation was implemented and also the button functionality was tweaked a little bit to make them less awkward. I'd still definitely recommend them to an avid music listener whose main concern is portability, the longevity of battery life and comfort.
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- Bluetooth® wireless technology 4.1
- Range > 15m
- Battery Up to 20h
- Impedance (passive mode) 32Ω
- Sensitivity (passive mode) 122dB SPL @ 1kHz – / 1Vrms
- THD @ 1kHz / 100dB SPL < 0.4%
- Frequency response 15Hz -22kHz
- Driver Electrodynamic (137/64")
- Mylar Titanium
- Microphones 2 Omnidirectional
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University of Miami
UM QB race narrowing, with Evan Shirreffs, Malik Rosier praised
UM offensive coordinator Thomas Brown
Judging by coach and player talk, not to mention folks who have witnessed practices and the scrimmage, University of Miami redshirt sophomore Evan Shirreffs appears to be strengthening his case for cementing a role as first-team quarterback heading into fall camp — although redshirt junior Malik Rosier has also improved and is pushing him, with two of three scrimmages remaining.
Coach Mark Richt did not address reporters after practice Thursday, but Richt mentioned the 6-5, 216-pound Shirreffs more than once after the first scrimmage last Saturday, and offensive coordinator Thomas Brown brought him up on Thursday when asked how the quarterbacks are looking — Shirreffs, Rosier and Cade Weldon, in particular.
Rosier has also been mentioned in a positive light by coaches and players.
"I thought it was really good, I would say, with Sherriffs and Malik," Brown said. "Most, though, Shirreffs, to see him stand in the pocket and take some shots and be able to take charge and be in command and like to see his poise and not being rattled. Obviously, Malik, some really good things with the ball in his hands, as well — to be able to make some good decisions and also move around the pocket well. Being consistent every single day is going to be the key to that spot."
Said receiver Braxton Berrios of Shirreffs on Thursday: "He has done a lot well. He has done a lot to impress. He has been taking a leadership role. Everyday quarterback things. His timing, his rhythm seems to be better. His drops, his accuracy. He is really molding himself into a really good quarterback."
Berrios also praised Rosier. "He is taking more of a leadership role, especially when he's thrown in with the ones. Malik and Evan are really becoming better QBs. They both realize they are not backing up anybody this year, as of now. It's their job to win. It's nobody's job to lose at this time."
True freshman dual-threat quarterback N'Kosi Perry, highly regarded nationally and by Richt and his son, Jon, who coaches quarterbacks, arrives on campus next month. He will be battling to start, as well, though missing all of spring will obviously have hurt.
Weldon, the true freshman who arrived as an early enrollee to get a jump on the playbook and spring practice, was not mentioned by Brown. He was held out of the first full-contact scrimmage because Richt said he wasn't ready for the moment. The second scrimmage is Saturday, and Richt hasn't confirmed whether it will be full-contact for the quarterbacks.
Shirreffs took the first reps at the scrimmage last week, and Jack Allison sprained his shoulder after he was sacked and thrown to the ground. A source familiar with the team told the Miami Herald that Allison sustained a concussion, but a UM spokesman said Allison was not in concussion protocol.
Richt said last week that there were at least four to eight sacks in the first scrimmage, maybe more.
Allison was seen briefly on Greentree Field just before the stretch period, then ran inside when the others began their formal stretching. He was not wearing a sling.
Brown lauded the UM defense, saying it is "really good, and they make us better every single day."
"But we've got to do a better job of not beating ourselves, just lining up and executing," Brown said. "On offense, if one guy goes the wrong way it kind of gets exposed and is magnified kind of immediately. Sometimes on defense if a guy screws up and the ball doesn't come to his side, of course he'll get in trouble from his coaching staff, but it might not be exposed to everybody from a watching standpoint. I think we've got to do a better job executing and not let the moment get too big for us. Just relax and play ball."
When asked about the offensive line in light of the sacks, Brown indicated that the first team (left to right: tackle Kc McDermott, guard Trevor Darling, center Tyler Gauthier, guard Navaughn Donaldson and tackle Tyree St. Louis) was "pretty good.
"Again, it just comes down to one or two guys either using bad technique or maybe going the wrong way, or having some missed assignments. It's the self-inflicted wounds we've got to be able to stop. Obviously depth is an issue behind the first guys, the first five guys. There just needs to be more competition. Thankfully, we've got some guys coming in [during] the summertime that will add to it and hopefully push those guys to be better or beat them out.
"To sum it overall: We've got a long way to go."
▪ Rising sophomore All-American receiver Ahmmon Richards on early enrollee DeeJay Dallas: "He's a natural playmaker. He's new to the position, receiver at the college level, and he's adjusting pretty quickly and making plays."


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It will likely be the most critical and controversial report on climate change in recent years. People who live on some Pacific islands are worried they will lose their homes to the sea if temperature rise exceeds 1.5C -- Photo: JONAS GRATZER Leading scientists are meeting in South Korea this week to see if global temperatures can be kept from rising by more than 1.5C this century. The world has already passed one degree of warming as carbon emissions have ballooned since the 1850s. Many low-lying countries say they may disappear under the sea if the 1.5C limit is breached. After a week of deliberations in the city of Incheon, the researchers' new report will likely say that keeping below this limit will require urgent and dramatic action from governments and individuals alike. One scientist told BBC News that our lives would never be the same if the world changed course to stay under 1.5C. The new study is being produced by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change … [Read more...] about IPCC: Climate scientists consider 'life changing' report
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Over a million told to flee as Hurricane Florence stalks US East Coast
Viet Nam News CHARLESTON — More than a million people were ordered on Monday to evacuate the path of Hurricane Florence as the powerful Category 4 storm packing winds of 140 miles (220 kilometres) per hour bore down on the East Coast of the United States. "This is one of the worst storms to hit the East Coast in many years," President Donald Trump warned on Twitter. "Please be prepared, be careful and be SAFE!" South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster ordered as many as one million residents of the state's eastern coast to leave their homes ahead of the storm's possible arrival on Thursday. Schools in 26 of the state's 46 counties were to close from Tuesday. The governor of neighbouring North Carolina ordered an evacuation of the Outer Banks, barrier islands that are a popular tourist destination, and parts of coastal Dare County, while a state of emergency was declared in Virginia. "This is a very dangerous hurricane," McMaster said, adding that the … [Read more...] about Over a million told to flee as Hurricane Florence stalks US East Coast


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Eastern Orient Express Culinary Experience
- Duration
- 3-4 Days
- Duration
- 3 Days
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Join the world's most innovative chefs for a luxurious train journey between Singapore and Bangkok. Aboard the Eastern Oriental Express, you'll experience world-class comfort and unmatched service while dining on culinary creations from some of the world's best chefs and exploring the remote villages and landscapes of Malaysia and Thailand.
This 3-4 day Southeast Asian vacation connects you from Singapore to Bangkok along the famous Eastern Oriental Express and features on-board meals from a world-class celebrity chef. It features luxury accommodations aboard the train, shared tours, and is perfect for high-end travellers with a passion for food.
Your trip to Southeast Asia begins in either Singapore or Bangkok. If you choose to depart from Singapore, you'll have the option of enjoying meals by Didier Corlou, who's renowned for his focus on French and Vietnamese cuisine, or Luke Mangan, one of Australia's leading chefs. If you head from Bangkok to Singapore, you'll experience the culinary creations of Janice Wong, Asia's Best Pastry Chef, or Ian Kittichai, one of the most renowned restauranteurs in Bangkok and New York.
On the first day, get acquainted with the luxury Oriental Express, your home for the next few days. This award-winning train trip transports you back in time to an unhurried world where the journey was as much a joy as the destination. Experience ornate style, attentive service, world-class comforts, and all the pleasures of a luxury hotel on wheels. Of course, perhaps the greatest pleasures onboard are the meals crafted by the world-renowned chef travelling along with you.
If you're heading from Singapore to Bangkok, your first full day is spent exploring coastal towns of Malaysia in Kuala Kangsar. Journey through a landscape of rice paddies and mountains and learn about local practices like rubber farming. If you're feeling particularly adventurous, head on a mountain hike to remote villages and plantations. Cross into Thailand and spend a day in Kanchanaburi, where you will explore the River Kwai and the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway or explore a local village wet market and join in a cooking class as you cruise along a river raft. On your final night, reach Bangkok and disembark. The reverse journey includes the same day trips, but adds an excursion to traditional settlements in Johor and an extra night on-board as you head from Bangkok to Singapore.
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- 3-4 Days
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- Singapore To Bangkok with Didier Corlou
- Bangkok to Singapore with Ian Kittichai
Depart Singapore
Board the gleaming carriages of the Eastern & Oriental Express and relax on board as the train leaves Singapore and crosses over the Johor Causeway into Peninsular Malaysia. This very special journey is accompanied by celebrated French chef, Didier Corlou, whose extensive travels across the globe, and particularly in Asia, have given him a deep passion for Vietnamese cuisine. Over the next few days, you'll be treated exclusively to his sumptuous dishes, which meld French and Vietnamese cuisine and guarantee exciting new taste sensations.
Afternoon tea is served in your cabin as the journey continues northward. Stroll along to the Observation Car to admire the passing scenery of lush landscapes and rural settlements. Later, dress for an exquisite four- course dinner in the Restaurant Car, your first opportunity to sample Didier' s culinary creativity. Afterwards, you may wish to relax over an enticing cocktail or liqueur in the Bar Car where our resident pianist plays. Retire to your cabin, which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom.
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Orient Express
Orient Express
The golden age of travel lives on aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train. Winding through some of the world's most beautiful and exotic landscapes, it voyages through Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, and on into Laos. Mountains, forests, fascinating towns and golden temples create ...
The golden age of travel lives on aboard the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train. Winding through some of the world's most beautiful and exotic landscapes, it voyages through Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, and on into Laos. Mountains, forests, fascinating towns and golden temples create a rich tapestry of life along the way.
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Kuala Kangsar
As the train travels through the verdant rainforests and rural west- coast towns of Malaysia, enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the comfort of your cabin. Arrive at Kuala Kangsar and alight to board a coach, which whisks you away from the city to Labu Kubong, a village set among paddy fields and backed by lush mountains. Here you embark on a traditional village experience, a chance to immerse yourself in rural Malaysian life. The villagers welcome you with a traditional martial arts dance before you sample regional food and drink and browse locally produced handicrafts. Enjoy a guided walk through the rice paddies to learn about the process of planting and harvesting before heading to a plantation where rubber, banana and durian are grown. Your tour finishes with refreshments that include banana and durian chips produced from the plantation crops.
Alternatively, advanced trekkers may wish to join our optional hill trek. Your trek begins with a visit to a banana and durian plantation before you join your guide - an expert naturalist - to climb to the peak of the nearby hill. Cold towels and refreshments greet your arrival at the top, following your challenging walk, as well as breathtaking panoramas over the village and plantations. Peer through the binoculars provided and you may even catch a glimpse of the train waiting at nearby Padang Rengas Station. Please note, this excursion is recommended for advanced walkers only. We advise wearing comfortable and sturdy walking shoes for both excursions.
Both of the Labu Kubong options are weather permitting. In inclement weather, you'll enjoy a guided tour of Kuala Kangsar instead. Your guide will lead you on a journey through the fascinating royal town, taking in such sights as the majestic Ubudiah Mosque. Rejoin the train for a special afternoon tea, created by Didier, which is served in your cabin. Once replete, you're invited to join the chef for a fascinating 'spice atelier'.
This evening, head to the Restaurant Car for dinner and perhaps linger over a digestif in the Bar Car.
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River Kwai/Bangkok
Your day begins in style with a gastronomic breakfast, prepared by Didier and served in your cabin. Late morning, disembark at River Kwai Station for your chosen excursion:
1. Classic Tour
Cruise along the Khwae Yai River aboard a local raft, taking in views of the splendid Thai teakwood houses along the banks. Your guide provides an insight into the building of the infamous railway and bridge, which were constructed by allied prisoners in World War II. After the cruise, board a minivan to the Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and perhaps pay a visit to the Don Rak War Cemetery before returning to the train.
2. Tracks to Unseen Thailand Tour
Disembark in Kanchanaburi and board a minivan to rural Nong Kao village for your hourlong bicycle tour. Cycle through the verdant rice fields, stopping for a fascinating demonstration at a local Thai farm and refreshments. Return to the Traditional Thai Wooden House for a relaxing herbal infusion before returning to the train.
3. Local Flavours Tour
Your guided tour begins with visits to a vibrant wet market and an acclaimed rice noodle house where you will gain an insight into the traditional processes used. You then proceed to Wat Nue Pier to board a river raft and participate in a traditional Thai cooking class on board as you sail along the River Kwai. Disembark at Chong Kai War Cemetery for an optional visit before returning to the train by minivan.
Rejoin the train in Kanchanaburi. Back on board, lunch is served as the train makes its stately way towards Bangkok, arriving in the late afternoon. Alight here for your onward travels.
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|Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Other Information
From Singapore - 3 Days
With Luke Mangan; Mar 1
With Didier Corlou; Sep 2
From Bangkok - 4 Days
With Janice Wong; Feb 5
With Ian Kittichai; Oct 8
- 2 or 3 nights' onboard accommodation, based on departure selected
- All table d'hote meals on board
- Complimentary tea and coffee in your compartment
- Sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Visa fees if applicable
- Meals and beverages not mentioned
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
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Cool Male Painted Bedroom Decorating-Boys Room Ideas and Bedroom Color Schemes
Mixes of solid and splendid hues function admirably together in a boy's room, as do brilliant or quieted shades of beige and cocoa. Attempt kelly green with yellow accents for a sunny look. A warm latte shade painted on the dividers gets a genuine pop from red furniture and surrounded craftsmanship. For a more seasoned kid, dark dividers look awesome with dark decorations and highlights—and think about including as two or three touches of red or splendid blue to get the attention. A lively kid may like a blend of red and orange, moored by solid unpainted wood furniture.
In the event that blue is your kid's most loved shading, you can look over a wide assortment of shades. Sky blue on the dividers layered with bed materials, window ornaments and different frill in a darker shade of blue will make a solid look he will like. You can include pop of shading with cushions in brilliant green or orange.
Youngsters develop rapidly, and decals and backdrop outskirts of trains and soccer balls can soon appear to be dated. You can mesh your child's advantages into the stylistic layout in ways that are more imaginative and effectively changed, for example, bedside lights, inside decorations or models set on racks or swung from the roof. Hanging work of art over a solid shading or wide vertical stripe design adds profundity and visual enthusiasm to the room


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Nike Mercurial Superfly FG CR7 Black White Hyper Turq But the Nike Mercurial Superfly 5 Spark Brilliance Boots do not only feature a new upper design, the boots also come with an all-new sole plate. The outsole of the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 2016-2017 Boots is no more made from carbon-fiber but from Nylon. Nike also brings the split toe design to their speed boot, which was introduced for the first-gen Nike Hypervenom in 2013. The studs of the Nike Mercurial Superfly 2016-2017 Boots are much more angled than the cleats used for the previous generation. The outsole of the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 2016-2017 Boots is the same as the one of the low-cut next-gen Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 Boots. What do you think of the next-gen Nike Mercurial Superfly 2016-2017 Spark Brilliance Boots? Let us know in the comments section below.Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats -- Blue Black VoltIn the case of these 2016 Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats, they have greatness written all over them. Built for the attacking striker, these shoes have many features that will enhance the probability for goals.Starting on the top of the shoe, the Dynamic Fit collar fits over the ankle for a sock-like feel giving you the stability needed to cut and accelerate past the opposing defense. Also on the top of the shoe Nike incorporated Flyknit, NikeSkin, and All Conditions Control for excellent touch in any conditions.It wants to be yours. You want it.Grab your own now from soccerleaked.com, it belongs to you.
Cheap Nike Mercurial Superfly V FG Soccer Cleats Rainbow colorsDeveloped around the idea of a racecar fit, the Cheap Nike Mercurial Superfly V FG Soccer Cleats Rainbow colors features a new V16 last, which is designed to engage the major metatarsal by shaping the outsole to the natural contours of your foot. This allows the metatarsals to sit lower in the boot while the big toe is slightly raised, increasing flex across the joint and allowing you to generate maximum power when sprinting off the mark.Constructed with a Flyknit and NikeSkin upper, the Superfly features an upgraded tongue less construction, while the Flywire cables within the upper are independently able to react to how the foot is engaging with the ground for optimal lockdown. To reduce the loss of elasticity over time, the Dynamic Fit collar has a tighter knit construction to enhance your proprioception with the ground, while its internal anti-skid top cloth eliminates any foot movement within the boot. These shoes are winning all day, run to the checkout and pick out your pair at Soccerleaked.com now!!Check out the other new adidas Messi soccer shoes from us! Nike Mercurial Superfly CR AG Soccer Cleats (Black/White/Hyper Turq) Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Mens Firm Ground Soccer Cleats Racer Blue Red at soccerleaked.com
Although the Magista is missing in the initial launch, we expect that Nike has some major plans for their control silo. We expect the Magista to join the Pitch Dark Pack in the coming weeks (has anyone ever been against a mostly black launch colorway?), and we're sure that it will be fantastic. Is the 'Pitch Dark' pack for you? If it isn't, thenˇwellˇwhat's wrong with you? Just kiddingˇbut, seriouslyˇwhat's wrong with you?
There's no doubt that the Superfly silo offers one of the most, if not the most barefoot/second skin sensation, and the latest Superfly V continues that touching, dribbling, and striking feedback whilst also incorporating a higher level of grip through the aggressive Speed Rib upper enhancing friction on the ball. The essentially ribbed upper flows from heel to toe and also offers a slightly increased padded feel compared to previous ultra-thin Superfly models through a cushioned characteristic.
Nike Mercurial Superfly CR AG Soccer Cleats (Black/White/Hyper Turq) Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats (Blue/Silver/Orange)The Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats (Blue/Silver/Orange) has been about two things since its debut in 1998 – speed and the best player in the world. The Mercurial Superfly FG carries on that tradition with the lightest Mercurial yet that will be worn by Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo in Brazil and beyond. One-piece, tongueless construction along with a contoured sockliner adds to the snug and comfortable fit. The micro-textured knit upper uses NIKESKIN technology gives a barefoot feel, while the carbon fiber sole plate reduces weight and increases speed. Direct-inject bladed studs provide ultimate traction on firm, natural grass fields.Get yours now at sportscleats.us.com and get huge savings. Nike Mercurial Superfly FG CR7 Black White Hyper Turq Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats (White/Red/Black)The new Nike Mercurial Superfly FG Soccer Cleats (White/Red/Black) is inspired by the glittering performances of Cristiano Ronaldo and provides elite level players with everything they need to beat defenders and raise silverware of their own. The shoe's Brio cables are knitted directly into the upper and locked into the outside sole of the shoe, acting like a slingshot that propels a player forward from the heel. The outsole is made of a flexible, full-length carbon plate, while added studs at the shoe's heel produces better stability and traction. Shop sportscleats.us.com now to get your pair of Nike Mercurial Superfly cleats.


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The very complicated network of nerves that transfers signals from the spine to the shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers is known as the brachial plexus. If these nerves become injured or torn, a wide range of complications can result, including stinging or burning to complete inability to use parts of your arm.
Injuries to the brachial plexus typically result from athletic competitions, slip and falls, or automobile accidents. However, brachial plexus injures can also result from birth injuries due to medical malpractice. A study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh found that brachial plexus birth injuries are one of the most common birth injuries. They affect almost one out of every 500 births. In another six-year study that looked at more than 100,000 births, approximately 2% of those childbirths had some form of brachial plexus injury. There are four general types of brachial plexus injuries.
The most serious of these injuries are avulsion injuries, where the infant's nerve is completely torn and separated from the spinal cord. Rupture injuries, where the nerves are torn but not separated, are also serious. Neuroma injuries occur when scar tissue surrounds a slightly torn or injured nerve, putting pressure on the nerve, creating pain and discomfort. Lastly, neuropraxia injuries occur when the myelin (the "covering" over the infant's nerves) is damaged, resulting in complications between the nerves that send signals to each other. Commonly, these types of injuries are the most mild and result more often by a stretching, as opposed to a tearing.
This type of injury in newborns usually results from shoulder dystocia, where the infant's shoulder becomes lodged behind the mother's pelvis or pubic bone. Serious and permanent damage can result from this to the infant's nerves between the arm and shoulder. This may be accompanied by the fracture of the humerus or clavicle. Factors such as the length of the pregnancy, maternal stature, maternal diabetes, prolonged labor, and high birth weight are all risk factors for shoulder dystocia and should be assessed by the medical team prior to delivery.
The Hudson brachial plexus attorneys at Greenberg and Greenberg handle cases throughout New York State, including Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, and Albany County. Our legal team has earned a reputation for dedicated service to our clients injured in New York personal injury accidents. Please contact us today to receive a FREE case evaluation by dialing locally to 518-828-3336 or call toll free at 877-469-9300.


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Residential vacancies fall in February
One of the key elements in maintaining a rental property is the ability to fill vacancies. There are any number of reasons a property can be left unoccupied, but fortunately the latest figures from SQM Research indicate that residential vacancy levels across the country improved in February. The proportion of properties without a tenant dropped 0.1 percentage point over February, … Read more »


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Ham & Cheese Roll Ups
There's something adorable about these cheesy roll ups.
Pizza Grilled Cheese
We swapped the old school grilled cheese & tomato soup combo for a pizza-inspired vegan grilled cheese with marinara sauce.
Stuffed Pretzel Knots with Nacho Cheese
Step aside soft pretzels with mustard! These pretzel knots with vegan nacho cheese are #snacktimeGOALS.
Smoky Ham and Cheese Biscuits
This back-to-school season, simplify packing your lunch with this all-in-one sandwich alternative.


text: IU Health Proton Therapy Center http://hdl.handle.net/2022/18418 2019-08-21T02:51:10Z 2019-08-21T02:51:10Z A semi-empirical model for the therapeutic range shift estimation caused by inhomogeneities in proton beam therapy Moskvin, V. Cheng, C.W. Fanelli, L. Zhao, L. Das, I.J. http://hdl.handle.net/2022/19117 2016-12-20T04:30:50Z 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z A semi-empirical model for the therapeutic range shift estimation caused by inhomogeneities in proton beam therapy Moskvin, V.; Cheng, C.W.; Fanelli, L.; Zhao, L.; Das, I.J. The purpose of this study was to devise a simple semi-empirical model to estimate the range shift in clinical practices with high-Z inhomogeneity in proton beam. A semi-empirical model utilizing the logarithmic dependence on Z in stopping power from Bohr's classical approach has been developed to calculate the range shift due to the presence of inhomogeneity. Range shift from metallic plates of atomic number Z of various thicknesses were measured in water using a parallel plate ionization chamber and calculated with the FLUKA Monte Carlo code. The proton range shifts for bone and polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) were estimated using the semi-empirical model and compared with Monte Carlo calculation. The semi-empirical equation to determine range shift and water equivalent thickness is presented. The model predicts a shift of the therapeutic range to within 2.5% accuracy for initial proton energies of 50 to 250 MeV and atomic numbers from 3.3 (effective Z for water) to 82. This equation is independent of beam energy, and thus provides range shift from high-Z materials without the knowledge of proton energy. The proposed method of calculating the therapeutic range shift accurately requires only knowledge of the effective or actual atomic number of the inhomogeneity and the thickness of the inhomogeneity along the beam direction. The model generalizes the range shift calculation for any material based on its effective atomic number, and permits reliable prediction of the range shift for material combinations where no data is currently available. The proposed model can be readily implemented in routine clinical practice for proton range shift estimation and quality assurance on the treatment planning. 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Impact of proton beam availability on patient treatment schedule in radiation oncology. Miller, E. D Derenchuk, V Das, I.J Johnstone, P.A http://hdl.handle.net/2022/18497 2016-12-20T04:30:56Z 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Impact of proton beam availability on patient treatment schedule in radiation oncology. Miller, E. D; Derenchuk, V; Das, I.J; Johnstone, P.A Proton beam therapy offers unique physical properties with potential for reduced toxicity and better patient care. There is an increased interest in radiation oncology centers to acquire proton therapy capabilities. The operation of a proton treatment center is quite different than a photon-based clinic because of the more complex technology involved, as well as the single proton beam source serving multiple treatment rooms with no backup source available. There is limited published data which investigates metrics that can be used to determine the performance of a proton facility. The purpose of this study is to evaluate performance metrics of Indiana University Cyclotron Operations (IUCO), including availability, mean time between failures, and mean time to repair, and to determine how changes in these metrics impact patient treatments. We utilized a computerized maintenance management system to log all downtime occurrences and servicing operations for the facility. These data were then used to calculate the availability as well as the mean time between failures and mean time to repair. Impact on patient treatments was determined by analyzing delayed and missed treatments, which were recorded in an electronic medical record and database maintained by the therapists. The availability of the IUCO proton beam has been increasing since beginning of operation in 2003 and averaged 96.9% for 2009 through 2011. The mean time between failures and mean time to repair were also determined and correlated with improvements in the maintenance and operating procedures of the facility, as well as environmental factors. It was found that events less than 15 minutes in duration have minimal impact on treatment delays, while events lasting longer than one hour may result in missed treatments. The availability of the proton beam was more closely correlated with delayed than with missed treatments, demonstrating the utility and limitations of the availability metric. In conclusion, we suggest that the availability metric and other performance parameters, such as the mean time between failures and the mean time to repair, should be used in combination with downtime impact on patient treatments in order to adequately evaluate the operational success of a proton therapy facility. 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z


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It's a time-honored tale: your preschooler is ready for his first pair of skates, and there they are, waiting under the Christmas tree.
Unfortunately, you've purchased the wrong size, which is how you end up standing in a ridiculously long line at the customer service counter the next day, waiting to return the useless pair for ones that actually fit — all with your crying 4-year-old in tow.
Don't let it happen to you! Skate-sizing is simple with a little research and a few practical tips.
Shoe Sizes
The first step to choosing the proper skate size is knowing your preschooler's shoe size. Children's shoe sizes run from 0 to 13; once a child outgrows a children's 13, he moves to an adult's size 1.
Though there are no specific shoe sizes correlated to age, on average, your toddler will wear a children's 4 to 10, while your preschooler will wear a children's 10 to an adult's size 3. If you're uncertain about your preschooler's proper shoe size, local shoe retailers will be able to measure this for you, and there are a variety of shoe sizing resources available online.
Children's Skate Sizes
If your preschooler or toddler is still wearing children's sizes, her skate size will be the same as her shoe size; however, children's skates are labelled with a "J" for "Juvenile." Therefore a J5 skate is a children's size 5, while a skate marked "Size 5" will be an adult's size 5. If your preschooler is still in children's sizes, make sure the skate is marked specifically for juveniles.
Adult's Skate Sizes
If your child is wearing adult shoe sizes, skate sizing is simple, as adult skate sizes correspond to men's and women's shoe sizes. This applies no matter what type of skate you need to purchase — roller skates, inline skates, figure skates or hockey skates.
However, it is important to note that certain types of speed skates are often sold in men's sizes only, so if your daughter is wearing women's sizes, she will need to have the women's shoe size converted to a men's shoe size in order to get a pair of speed skates that fit correctly. Check with your retailer in order to determine whether or not their speed skates come in men's sizes only.
Anticipating Growth
Most skate manufacturers recommend that you order skates that are one size larger than your child's shoe size because children's feet grow so quickly.
However, this is a decision left up to your discretion, and it is important to never order more than one size larger for safety reasons. Many retailers also sell growth inserts that will allow your preschooler's skate to fit properly before he grows into the larger size.


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10 Exercises That Help Prevent Aging in Men
Getting older is a natural part of life, but it doesn't have to be quite so punishing as you might fear.
Exercise in general can reduce inflammation and help your body stay young.
Here are 10 exercises scientist have found to help prevent aging in men and improve their quality of life far into their senior years.
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1) Squats
Master Trainer Rich Fahmy recommends plenty of squats to help keep your body feeling young.
Squats can help train some of your larger muscle groups, and help you maintain strength and flexibility even into old age.
If you are already older and falling is a driving concern, you can easily use a banister or the wall to help you better keep your balance.
If, on the other hand, you're in fine shape and already training hard, try adding some weights to make those squats a little bit harder.
Squats aren't the only exercise you can benefit from, of course. Working all of your large muscle group will greatly improve your overall body function and keep your body healthy for many years to come.
2) Balancing Exercises
Balancing on an exercise ball can do more for your body than just strengthen your core and burn a few calories. Balancing can also ensure your brain keeps important connections through your body running smoothly.
If you're nervous about balancing on a Swiss ball, you can try holding onto a banister and simply lifting one leg. You'll reduce the risk of falling by holding onto something while still reaping the rewards from balancing.
3) Simple Stretching
Sometimes, it's easy to overlook the simple solutions.
As you grow older, your body tends to get less limber. As time goes, this can result in you being unable to do things you used to take in your stride such as reaching above your head for a glass or bending down to pick up a piece of trash from he floor.
Stretching on a regular basis can prevent this degradation from occurring by helping keep your muscles supple and flexible.
4) Exercises That Cross Both Sides of Your Brain
Any routine that involves your left arm reaching past your right, as an example, forces both sides of your brain to work together.
This synergy is not only good for your body, helping your body to stretch and your muscles to grow, but it can also benefit your brain…
Your brain will only stay sharp as long as you are making full use of it, and allowing it to fire in fresh directions can help keep those neurons sharp and pathways in your brain clear.
5) Swimming
Swimming is a wonderful way to build muscle without adding stress to your aging joints.
The water provides wonderful resistance training while at the same time supporting your body rather than stressing and jarring it it in the way some other exercises do.
A long-term study done at Indiana University found that lifelong swimmers had a slower aging process in general. This benefit didn't slow down the aging process by a couple of years but rather by decades.
Don't underestimate the wide-reaching advantages of this gentle but complete exercise.
6) Weight Lifting
Some of the manifold benefits of weight lifting might seem quite obvious but are worth stating nevertheless. Often, the obvious solutions to a problem are the ones we fail to harness.
By pumping some iron, you can increase muscle mass and strengthen your bones as well as enhancing general fitness. As an inbuilt advantage, you'll look great bursting out of your shirt into the bargain.
Even if you aren't benching huge numbers, weight lifting can still help keep your body fit for years to come.
7) Yoga
Yoga is a full spectrum anti-aging tool in and of itself.
As you age, your body starts to develop issues such as stiffness along with a marked reduction in strength and elasticity.
Luckily, all of these things can be reversed through the power of yoga. It's not a magic bullet but it definitely packs a punch in the fight against aging.
Yoga is a series of stretches and moves, designed to help move your body and bring you into full focus. It's never too late to start practicing, either. Even if you're already feeling the effects of age, yoga can help improve your flexibility and restore some of the vigor to your flagging body.
Yoga can also be used to treat chronic back pain, and other issues that aren't necessarily directly related to aging. If you want to improve your health without damaging your body, yoga is an excellent method to employ.
8) Tai-Chi
Tai Chi has recently seized the attention of scientists for its possible anti-aging powers according to a study in Cell Transplantation.
This study determined that when a group of people who began practicing tai chi was compared to a similar group of people who did not pursue this gentlest of martial arts, those who practiced tai chi showed the highest increase in cells called CD 34+
That sounds great but what does it mean? Well, CD34+ are the cells responsible for renewing the body. They are essential for creating new cells in your body, and are one of the keys to anti-aging itself.
To ice the cake, tai chi can also help improve your brain function and balance as well. Not a bad trade off for something that's also great fun and a fantastic way to stay fit!
9) Jogging or Cycling
One of the best (and free!) ways to stay fit and slow your biological clock is through aerobic exercise of any kind.
The favorite forms for this are jogging and cycling, both of which can aid general fitness and keep you feeling healthy long into your senior years.
10) High Intensity Interval Training
A highly effective form of exercise to keep your body young is HIIT, or High Intensity Interval Training.
HIIT relies on short bursts of intense energy rather than prolonged aerobic exercise.
Studies show that HIIT allows the mitochondria in subject's bodies to improve up to 69% in their ability to maintain energy. This could have a huge impact on your body's ability to regenerate as it gets older.
The Moral of the Story
First and foremost, any exercise is better than no exercise at all when it comes down to anti-aging.
Whether you choose to work on large muscle groups, practice yoga, or take up a new skill, in one way or another it will help you live a long and healthy life, cushioned at least slightly from the effects of aging.
Even if none of these appeal to you, feel free to get out there and exercise in whatever way you enjoy. Even the tiniest amount of exercise can help improve your body so it will last longer without the effects old age can cause so get out there and get active!


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Never having been to a play on Broadway, or even to New York for that matter, I always feel a bit hayseedish at Tony time. I'm more of a Golden Globe and Emmy guy.
Sure, I've been to Los Angeles more than a dozen times for TV press tours, but the Beverly Hilton ain't The Plaza and Rodeo Drive is just a 5th Avenue-wannabe with palm trees.
But I know some folks who so love live theater, they travel all the way to the Big Apple each year and pay a small fortune to take in a few shows. Tickets to the biggest hits can become exorbitant.
According to Variety, the Broadway box office set a new high last year with $1,150 for a ticket to the super hit Hamilton during the week after Christmas. The regular top ticket price for Hamilton is $199.
Granted, I may not be among the Broadway cognoscenti, but one doesn't have to be to know that winning a Tony is a major deal. Having one of the little circular medallions mounted on an armature on your mantel opens doors and frequently makes a career.
If you want to see what all the fuss is about, set aside three hours tonight to watch The 72nd Annual Tony Awards on CBS. The curtain rises at 7 p.m. for what one critic termed the "the Super Bowl for theater aficionados worldwide."
The show airs live from Radio City Music Hall, with Tony nominees Sara Bareilles and Josh Groban hosting for the first time. Bareilles is up this year for best original score for SpongeBob Square-Pants: The Broadway Musical.
The talented Bareilles was fortunate enough to be nominated for best score for Waitress in 2016, but unfortunate enough to be up against Lin-Manuel Miranda and Hamilton.
I mean, seriously, Hamilton won 11 Tonys, a Grammy, and the Pulitzer Prize for drama. She never stood a chance.
Last season, Groban earned a best actor in a musical nomination playing Pierre in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, but lost to Ben Platt in Dear Evan Hansen.
Television viewers may have seen Bareilles (a six-time Grammy nominee) as Mary Magdalene in NBC's Easter production of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert. Groban, who has been nominated for four Grammys, pops up on the occasional TV show, usually playing himself.
Among those on hand to present the trophies will be Uzo Aduba, Matt Bomer, Claire Danes, Armie Hammer, Tatiana Maslany, Leslie Odom Jr., Jim Parsons, Andrew Rannells and Zachary Quinto.
Why will the show take three hours? Well, there will be plenty of performances in between the awards for 26 categories (15 for musicals, 11 for plays). According to TonyAwards.com, the nominations were determined by secret ballot by 51 theater professionals. The winners were then decided by approximately 846 eligible voters from the Broadway community.
Here are the two biggies.
Best Play: The Children, Farinelli and the King, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Latin History for Morons, Junk.
Best Musical: Frozen, Mean Girls, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Band's Visit.
According to The New York Times, the odds-on favorites to win are Harry Potter and The Band's Visit.
If Broadway isn't your thing, here are a few other diversions, including game night on ABC.
• Celebrity Family Feud, 7 p.m. today on ABC. Season 5 of the Steve Harvey-hosted series kicks off with some big names in pop culture. It's "The Kardashian Family vs. The West Family."
Team Kardashian includes Kris and Kendall Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, family friend Jonathan Cheban, Kris' mother Mary Jo Campbell (an Arkansas native) and cousin Cici Bussey.
Team West consists of Kanye West and his wife, Kim Kardashian West, and some West cousins you never heard of.
• The $100,000 Pyramid, 8 p.m. today on ABC. Opening Season 3 with host Michael Strahan are Leslie Jones (Saturday Night Live) vs. Julie Bowen (Modern Family) and Debra Messing (Will & Grace) vs. comedian Mario Cantone.
• To Tell the Truth, 9 p.m. today on ABC. Celebrity panelists are Octavia Spencer, Dermot Mulroney, Nikki Glaser and Gabby Douglas. Anthony Anderson returns as host.
• Claws, 8 p.m. today on TNT. It's Season 2 for the adult comedy/drama set in a Florida nail salon where the ladies launder money for the Russian mafia.
• Vet Gone Wild is a new series debuting at 7 p.m. today on Animal Planet. In tonight's episode, "Into the Elephant Kingdom," Australian veterinarian Dr. Chris Brown gives medical attention to endangered Asian elephants.
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I recently I added a pair of Spiegelau IPA glasses to my ever growing beer glass collection. They're pretty sweet, and anyone who's a fan of hoppy ales should definitely get a pair. But I'm not here to talk about the glasses; head over to 250beers if you want a more in depth look at them. My focus is on the beer that I christened these glasses with, a beer that I'd been storing in my "cellar" while I waited for an occasion special enough to warrant opening it. And yes, I considered getting these glasses as a special occasion (it doesn't take much). That the beer also happens to be number 147 off the epic list was a bonus – the Rogue XS Imperial India Pale Ale.
What's on the bottle?
This is, hands down, one of the coolest bottles of beer I've seen. And I'm not even talking about labels or any other superficial stuff; I'm talking about the actual vessel that this beer is held in. It's a 750ml ceramic bottle (that's right, CERAMIC!) that's kinda shaped like a divers oxygen tank. It's also coloured an awesome gun-metal-grey, which just emanates toughness. The labelling is pretty sparse, with Rogue written up the side of the bottle and the XS logo ("Have a Rogue XSperience") at the top being the main features. But who needs a fancy label when you've got a gun-metal grey ceramic oxygen tank?!
However, the most eye catching feature would have to be the swing top lid, the same that you commonly see on Grolsch bottles. I'm assuming its presence means you can drink half the beer one night and save the rest for the next night. So that's exactly what I did…just replace the words "save the rest for the next night" with "save the rest for the next morning".
What's in the bottle?
First Night
The pine notes are obvious from the start, declaring that this beer is the true American hop bomb I expected it to be. On the tongue there's a little honey sweetness, some citrus tang…but these are all secondary really. This beer is a bitter bastard. It's dry, and bitter, and dominating, and bitter, and long lasting, and bitter. And it's bitter. It's that chewy type of hop bitterness that hangs around on your palate, causing your mouth to produce extra saliva in a vain attempt to save itself.
As it warms the bitterness subsides and the sweetness increases a bit, and there's a bit of a boozy kick. But I also get the feeling that my tongue is going numb. I think it's broken again…
Next Morning
Unfortunately the flip cap doesn't hold the carbonation that well, which softens the beer significantly. This allows the sweetness to come forward seems to lower the bitterness as well. But that familiar tongue numbness starts creeping back…
Final Thoughts
There's no doubt that this is a BIG beer. But let's face it, I knew that when I bought it. It's a Rogue Ale after all, and it has 'Imperial' at the start of its name. Yes, I was fully aware of what I was getting myself into…and that's why I had such a big smile on my face while drinking it.
As a side thought, lots of people are talking about cans being the new preferred vessel for selling craft beer in. To all the brewers that read this post: single batch beer in ceramic bottles. Think about it. I'd buy it
Second side thought. The IPA glasses worked a treat. I guess. It's hard to say, since I didn't test them against a regular glass. Sure did look good though.
Fact from the book…
There're arguments over how this beers nickname should be pronounced. Some say it as I-2-PA, while others swear its I-squared-PA. Myself? I've always been in the Double-IPA camp. It just rolls so nicely off the tongue.
Try it…Double-IPA.


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Purple coneflower
A relative of the
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The Most Dangerous Woman
The most dangerous woman on earth is the woman who has reckoned with her own death. All women die; few women ever really
Finding out that you have a terminal illness is possibly the worst moment of a person's life, to be sitting there, on the edge of the doctor's hard plastic office chair and hear her say in a low voice, "I'm very sorry." In that moment, is it life that flashes before your eyes? Or is it death?-- death flashing before your eyes?
But why should she be so very sorry? You're dying. I'm dying. We're all dying. Forever walking toward the grave, though lifted up by life and living all along the way. . . . I know I don't have to wait for the sympathetic murmur of a physician for this. My death sentence came when I took my first breath, 26 years ago. Death will come. I know it will.
So now I am free. I am free to live
. I can throw my life into other people, throw my life away for the poor or the proud or the mean or the hungry. I can be used up for the Gospel, poured out on the feet of the King, washed away by ridiculous acts of grace. I am free to be dangerous, a dangerous woman.
*John Eldredge's words: "The most dangerous man on earth is the man who has reckoned with his own death. All men die; few men ever really
." But I can't ever hope to be a dangerous man; I hope instead to be a very dangerous woman.