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Tuesday, August 29, 2006
As the end of the summer is approaching rapidly and the first freshness is already to be witnessed, I thought that my "Apple And Cheddar Quiche" might be the right thing to cheer you up and make you look forwards to the next season with joy!
As we all know, the coming back of autumn is synonymous of apple harvesting, therefore I decided to present a recipe using those wonderful fruits. And since the evenings are not as warm as they used to be during the summer (sniffle), a good reinvigorating supper will do harm to nobody, especially if a fine smell of cheese is there to perfume the kitchen while the quiche is baking!!!
This "Apple And Cheddar Quiche" recipe is the entire product of my imagination and I am very happy that it gave good result! If you love savory dishes that contain a hint of sweetness, then that quiche will surely be to your taste as the Cheddar cheese adds a contrasting sharpness to the acidulated and sugary flavor of the apples as well as to the pleasant sweetness of the onions. A perfect marriage of opposite flavors! With it's nuttiness, the pastry is most welcome as it blends wonderfully well with the Cheddar's strong aromas. Not to forget the spices which add a superb American autumnal touch to the whole tart...
As you might have understood, this quiche got the success it deserved! This simple yet elaborately tasting savory tart is easily prepared and is convenient for family dinners, special events or any meal for adepts of cocooning. It's yummy to please!!!
Makes 1 (24cm/9.4 inches) quiche
Ingredients for the pastry:
200g Plain white flour
80g Ground hazelnuts, lightly toasted
1 1/2 Tsp Salt
60g Unsalted butter, cold
1 Egg (~50g)
Water (enough to form a dough), cold
Ingredients for the filling:
250ml Double cream
100ml Milk
4 Eggs (~50g)
1 1/2 Tsp Cornstarch
1/5 Tsp Ground nutmeg
1/4 Tsp Ground cinnamon
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 Medium onions, sliced (in half and vertically) and lightly sauteed until transluscent
2 Sour apples (Boskoop), thinly sliced
2 Tbs Unsalted butter, melted
1 Tbs Maple syrup
2 Tbs Light brown sugar
150-180g (+ 100g for the top) Cheddar cheese, grated
1. In a bowl, mix together the flour, ground hazelnuts and salt.
2. Rub in the butter.
3. Using a knife to cut and stir, mix with egg and cold water to form a stiff dough.
4. On a floured surface, shape into a ball.
5. Cover with plastic film and refregerate for about one hour.
6. Meanwhile, heat a pan. Add the butter and the apple slices.
7. Cook the apples for about 2 minutes.
8. Add the maple syrup and sugar and cook, gently stirring, until caramelized and golden, about 4-6 minutes. Let cool.
9. Beat the eggs with the milk. Add the cream, cornstarch, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Mix well.
10. Preheat oven to 190°C (350°F).
11.Roll out the pastry so as to fit a 24cm (9"4) diameter pie case.
12. Line the pie case with the pastry and slightly prick the base with a fork.
13. Bake blind for about 15 minutes.
14. Place the caramelized apples on the bottom, add the fried onions, the cheese and then pour over the egg mixture.
15. Sprinkle the leftover cheese (100g) on the top.
16. Bake for about 45 minutes at 200°C (400°F) until golden brown.
Instead of Cheddar, you can also use Monterey Jack cheese.
Be careful not to break the apple slices nor to overcook them. They should still be crisp.
Remove the pastry from the refrigerator at least 20-30 minutes before rolling it out.
Serving suggestions:
Serve warm with a salad (arugula, endive, carrot, etc...). It is also fine when eaten cold.
(Cheddar -Pic http://andrew.dragonflytemplates.com)
(Apple Tree -Pic by Kathy Sharpe www.kathysharpe.com)
10 comments:
Great idea Rosa, apples, cheese and nuts go so well together, thanks for the suggestion.ReplyDelete
This sounds so good. Yep, great end of summer dinner.ReplyDelete
c'est hyper original, j'imagine que c'est très bon!ReplyDelete
Very nice recipe! I like it.ReplyDelete
- Anonymous4:45 PM, August 29, 2006
you'r lucky, you an enjoy autumn and nice food.ReplyDelete
Ici c'est toujours le même climat sans réel changement de produits au marché, quant à l'import le prix est prohibitif.
- Anonymous12:40 PM, August 30, 2006
L'association me parait sympa ...Bonne journéeReplyDelete
It looks fine, even I've never eat cheddar before.. (maybe 1 piece in London..) ;)ReplyDelete
Quel beau mariage de saveurs!ReplyDelete
GRACIANNE: Ce fut un régal! I'm glad that you like this recipe.ReplyDelete
ROSA: Thanks, Rosa! It is a fabulous idea for an autumn evening...
OOISHIGAL: Merci! Oui, c'est divinement bon!...
HÉLÈNE: Thanks ;-)!
BRIGITTE: Comme je te comprends! Ne pas avoir de saison c'est difficile...
COLETTE: Merci, Colette!
CHANIT: Thanks! Cheddar is a very fine cheese with a certain character. It goes very well together with apples and is perfect in quiches...
ELVIRA: Merci, Elvira! En effet, les différents parfums se marient à merveille!
Hi Rosa,ReplyDelete
ooo la la, this recipe will be a perfect addition to the Apple Month post I am updating from last year. I hope you don't mind if I "borrow" the link. October is National Apple Month and visitors are filling their baskets with recipes. Thanks for sharing...


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"Pride and Prejudice is a novel of manners by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story follows the main character, Elizabeth Bennet, as she deals with issues of manners, upbringing, morality, education, and marriage in the society of the landed gentry of the British Regency.
Elizabeth is the second of five daughters of a country gentleman living near the fictional town of Meryton in Hertfordshire, near London. Page 2 of a letter from Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra (11 June 1799) in which she first mentions Pride and Prejudice, using its working title First Impressions. Set in England in the early 19th century, Pride and Prejudice tells the story of Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters after the rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, have moved into their neighbourhood.
While Bingley takes an immediate liking to the eldest Bennet daughter, Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with the second-eldest Bennet daughter, Elizabeth.
Though Austen set the story at the turn of the 19th century, it retains a fascination for modern readers, continuing near the top of lists of "most loved books."
It has become one of the most popular novels in English literature, selling over 20 million copies, and receives considerable attention from literary scholars. Modern interest in the book has resulted in a number of dramatic adaptations and an abundance of novels and stories imitating Austen's memorable characters or themes. (via Amazon)
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Jayajit Dash | Bhubaneswar June 19, 2013 ,BS
Imports to revive Vedanta's Lanjigarh refinery
"We are looking at the possibility of importing bauxite as it will enable us to restart operations of the refinery quickly. VAL is exploring the possibility of imports from countries like Indonesia, Tanzania, and Australia. We hope to work out a deal in the next four-five days," said a senior company official.
Although imported bauxite will be costlier for VAL, the firm is considering the option for the time being amid a hostile regulatory environment that has led to the suspension of many bauxite mines and also a lack of firm commitment from private miners on supplies.
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Fifty-four years ago this month, NASA held a press conference in Washington, D.C. to introduce the seven men selected to be Project Mercury Astronauts. They would become known as the Mercury Seven or Original Seven.
Project Mercury was America's first manned spaceflight program. The overall objective of Project Mercury was very simple: place a manned spacecraft in Earth orbit and bring both man and machine safely back home. Project Mercury ran from 1959 to 1963.
The men who would ultimately become Mercury Astronauts were among a group of 508 military test pilots originally considered by NASA for the new role of astronaut. The group of 508 candidates was then pared to 110, then 69 and finally to 32. These 32 volunteers were then subjected to exhaustive medical and psychological testing.
A total of 18 men were still under consideration for the astronaut role at the conclusion of the demanding test period. Now came the hard part for NASA. Each of the 18 finalists was truly outstanding and would be a worthy finalist. But there were only 7 spots on the team.
On Thursday, 09 April 1959, NASA publicly introduced the Mercury Seven in a special press conference held for this purpose at the Dolley Madison House in Washington, D.C. The men introduced to our nation that day will forever hold the distinction of being the first group of American astronauts. Presented in the order in which they flew, the Mercury Seven were:
Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr., United States Navy. Shepard flew the first Mercury sub-orbital mission (MR-3) on Friday, 05 May 1961. He was also the only Mercury astronaut to walk on the Moon. Shepherd did so as Commander of Apollo 14 (AS-509) in February 1971. Alan Shepard succumbed to leukemia on 21 July 1998 at the age of 74.
Vigil Ivan ("Gus") Grissom, United States Air Force. Grissom flew the second Mercury sub-orbital mission (MR-4) on Friday, 21 July 1961. He was also Commander of the first Gemini mission (GT-3) in March 1965. Gus Grissom might very well have been the first man to walk on the Moon. But he lost his life in the Apollo 1 Fire, along with Astronauts Edward H. White II and Roger B. Chaffee, on Friday, 27 January 1967. Gus Grissom was 40 at the time of his death.
John Herschel Glenn Jr., United States Marines. Glenn was the first American to orbit the Earth (MA-6) on Thursday, 22 February 1962. He was also the only Mercury Astronaut to fly a Space Shuttle mission. He did so as a member of the STS-95 crew in October of 1998. Glenn was 77 at the time and still holds the distinction of being the oldest person to fly in space. John Glenn will be 92 in July 2013.
Malcolm Scott Carpenter, United States Navy. Carpenter became the second American to orbit the Earth (MA-7) on Thursday, 24 May 1962. This was Carpenter's only mission in space. He subsequently turned his attention to under-sea exploration and was an aquanaut on the United States Navy SEALAB II project. Scott Carpenter will be 88 in May 2013.
Walter Marty Schirra Jr., United States Navy. Schirra became the third American to orbit the Earth (MA-8) on Wednesday, 03 October 1962. He later served as Commander of Gemini 6A (GT-6) in December 1965 and Apollo 7 (AS-205) in October 1968. Schirra was the only Mercury Astronaut to fly Mercury, Gemini and Apollo orbital spaceflight missions. Wally Schirra suffered a heart attack in May 2007 and passed away at the age of 84.
Leroy Gordon Cooper Jr., United States Air Force. Cooper became the fourth American to orbit the Earth (MA-9) on Wednesday, 15 May 1963. In doing so, he flew the last and longest Mercury mission (22 orbits, 34 hours). Cooper was also Commander of Gemini 5 (GT-5), the first long-duration Gemini mission, in August 1965. Gordo Cooper died from heart failure in October 2004 at the age of 77.
Donald Kent Slayton, United States Air Force. Slayton was the only Mercury Astronaut to not fly a Mercury mission when he was grounded for heart arrythemia in 1962. He subsequently served many years on Gemini and Apollo as head of astronaut selection. He finally got his chance for spaceflight in July 1975 as a crew member of the Apollo-Soyuz mission (ASTP). Deke Slayton died from brain cancer in June of 1993 at the age of 69.
History records that the Mercury Seven was the only group of NASA astronauts that had a member who flew each of America's manned spacecraft (i.e, Mercury, Gemini, Apollo and Shuttle). Though just men and imperfect mortals, we salute each of them for their genuinely heroic deeds and unique contributions made to the advancement of American manned spaceflight.


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UK Brighton Greens censor after activists sabotage Gaza-related arms maker EDO MBM, 16 Jan 2009
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The document shows a censored attempt by the Green Party in Brighton UK to table a motion condemning the activities of arms maker EDO MBM a subsidiary of ITT Corporation based in the city at the full council meeting of 29 January 2009. The motion was refused by the city council convenor. The document expresses outrage at the company's supply of bomb release mechanisms to the Israeli military during the attacks on Gaza between 27 December 2008-18 January 2009.
This copy of motion and handwritten message was recieved by a Brighton resident on Friday 16th January 2009. A few hours later in the early hours of Saturday 17th Jan 2009 six peace activists broke into the EDO MBM factory and destroyed everything they could find till arrested by Sussex Police. The direct action allegedly caused 250,000 pounds of damage. Two of the six remain on remand in Lewes Prison. All those who have entered a plea have pled not guilty to any criminal action citing lawful excuse defence arguments justifying their action.
The action was the latest in a four year direct action protest campaign against the factory under the banner of the 'Smash EDO' campaign.
The handwriting on the document is that of Green Party councillor Keith Taylor.
Handwriting reads
Dear {redacted)
I'm sorry to say this motion will not be allowed onto the agenda. The reason given was that the issue is not directly related to Brighton and has no bearing on the 'well being' of the city.
(On right side of page vertical handwriting)
We will be press releasing this refusal.
This document is of considerable interest to the population of Brighton and the UK anti-war movement.
Verification maybe possible by calling Green Party group at Brighton and Hove City Council.
Document was leaked because Green party did not press release the refusal as they said they would- perhaps trying to distnce themselves from the factory 'decommissioning' of 17 January.The document is relevant to ongoing criminal prosecutions of protesters, and investigations of the company by national and local journalists at a time when UK arms exports to Israel are under scrutiny by the media.


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Imagine cycling or running past a beautiful cathedral, or through a World Heritage Site on your way to your next finish line. Our passion for endurance sport gives us a wonderful opportunity to travel to races and explore some of the incredible man-made sights, sounds, and tastes this world has to offer.
Below, we picked some of the best events in the IRONMAN portfolio for culture hounds*—races we guarantee will not only give you an incredible feeling of accomplishment, but that will give you an enhanced appreciation of this diverse world we all inhabit. So pick a race, pack a bag, and get cultured!
The capital of Catalonia in northern Spain hosts a full IRONMAN and an IRONMAN 70.3 each year and is also one of Europe's iconic cities.
La Sagrada Familia is the highlight of most visits to Barcelona. This unfinished cathedral, originally designed by renowned modernist architect Antoni Gaudi, is still under construction 130 years after its conception. Visitors will marvel at the sheer scale of the building, and the unique, curved design of its towers. Gaudi's influence continues throughout the city and surrounding region, with seven of his properties included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, including the magnificent Park Guell.
Gaudi aside, Barcelona has a wealth of other attractions. La Catedral is the central place of worship in the city and the gothic church dates from medieval times. Jumping forward to the 20th century, the Museu Picasso holds more than 3000 of the artist's works and showcases the early years when he developed the style that made him famous. Add in a vibrant food and drink scene with the unmistakably fresh flavors of the Mediterranean, and Barcelona will be a sure-fire hit for a memorable race weekend.
The Marathon de Bordeaux Metropole, new to our race portfolio, is a night marathon that goes past a UNESCO World Heritage Site, giving athletes the excuse to take in a beautiful city renowned for its neoclassical architecture.
A cultural weekend in Bordeaux wouldn't be complete without learning a little about the product that has made the region famous—wine. Viticulture, or the science and practice of winemaking, is the focus of La Cite du Vin. Situated on the banks of the River Garonne, the museum building itself is a work of art. Inside, visitors will be taken on a global journey through the history of wine. Be sure to leave enough time for sampling one or more of the vintages you've just learned about. You just ran a marathon—you earned this, after all. And we hear wine is high in antioxidants, which is good for recovery.
Once suitably rested, take a stroll through the city center. Enjoy the laid back attitude and numerous cafes or take in another museum. Make sure not to miss the Miroir d'Eau—the world's largest reflecting pool, with a fine layer of water across a huge slab of black granite. Stay for hours to take photos, play in the spray as a new mist of water is added, or just enjoy the magic as night falls.
Rio de Janeiro
As the host city for the 2016 Olympics, Rio de Janeiro has been a focus of the sporting world over the past few years. This continues with IRONMAN 70.3 Rio de Janeiro.
Brazilian culture in Rio starts with the beaches—most notably Ipanema and Copacabana. Extending for miles, each beach gives you the chance to stroll in the sun, join in a game of beach soccer or volleyball, or just watch as people from all over the city head for the ocean.
Beaches aside, one site in Rio stands literally head and shoulders above the rest. Ascend in the cable cars to the summit of Pao de Acucar, or Sugarloaf Mountain. The views at the top are spectacular, looking down on the city and beaches. Then, right in front of you, is one of the Seven Modern Wonders of the World: The statue of Christ the Redeemer is visible from almost every part of the city, but is even more impressive up close.
While in town, try to grab tickets to a football match at the colossal Maracana stadium. You will be blown away by the passion for this sport in Brazil; if you can't get to a game, check out a stadium tour.
Finally, the Instituto Moreira Salles is home to exhibitions of photography and art. With a strong focus on Rio, the IMS gives a fascinating insight into the diverse culture of the city.
The IRONMAN 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship in Western Sydney gives visiting athletes an amazing opportunity to visit one of the world's great cities.
Any trip to Sydney has to include a visit to the iconic Opera House. The unique sail design is so well-known but it still retains the power to amaze when you see it in person. The best view is probably from the Sydney Harbor Bridge, and if you have a head for heights, the climb to the very top is an incredible experience.
Once back on solid ground, the choices are endless. Walk the trail along Sydney's famous beaches, finishing in the pounding waves at Bondi Beach, or take a more relaxed stroll through the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden. Cruise around the harbor on a tour or just take the ferry to Taronga Zoo or Manly for more amazing views of the city. If you're feeling more adventurous, the Blue Mountains are an easy train ride away where you can experience a wilder side of Australia and get a taste of indigenous culture.
Germany is a hot destination right now for racing. With Velothon Berlin and the IRONMAN European Championship in Frankfurt, there are already two wonderful events to race and in amazing cities worth exploring.
But the capital of endurance sport and culture in Germany has to be Hamburg. This German city was recently named by the New York Times as one of this year's 52 top travel destinations. But if the brand-new architectural marvel, the Elbphilharmonie and the opening of a new 5-star hotel aren't enough to get your heart beating faster, look no further than the IRONMAN portfolio: The city will host the ITU short-course Hamburg Wasser World Triathlon, IRONMAN Hamburg, and the EuroEyes Cyclassics Hamburg this summer alone.
Racing aside, this maritime city is all about the sea, art, and a steins or two of the best beer in the world. The seafaring history of Hamburg can be explored with a tour of the harbor, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or sampled through taste at the incredibly popular Fischmarkt. Among the canals and warehouses of this district, you will find Miniatur Wunderland. This eccentric museum is always packed so book online to avoid the queues and be charmed by the world's largest model railway and hundreds of other perfect miniature sites.
Hamburg's Museum Mile boasts five major galleries with the two most notable being the Kunsthalle, home to a huge art collection, and more contemporary art and photography at the Deichtorhallen.
Famous for great atmosphere and excellent food and drinks, German beer gardens are the perfect way to ease the pain in the legs once you're done sightseeing.
Singapore is one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world and you can now run through this amazing destination as part of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon.
The clash of architectural generations is almost alarming with dazzling skyscrapers towering over colonial mansions. Here you'll find sights and tastes that have captivated travelers for decades. Food plays a huge role in Singapore, as its numerous high-end restaurants can attest. But for something a little more authentic, head to one of Singapore's Hawker Centers and eat like a local at one of the hundreds of street food stalls on show, or grab a quick feast in Little India.
One of the amazing things about Singapore is just how green the city is, with trees everywhere to remind visitors that this area was once a jungle. Take a walk on the wild side and head for the Singapore Botanic Gardens. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a staggering array of tropical plants including more than 600 species of orchids. Jumping into the 21st century, the Gardens by the Bay are a collection of futuristic Supertrees and sculptures. Visitors can spend hours working their way through the themed regions while younger visitors will adore the water playground.
IRONMAN arrived in the Scottish capital this year with IRONMAN 70.3 Edinburgh. The city combines history and culture with the natural beauty of a long-dormant volcano to provide a great setting for a race trip.
Dominating the city skyline is Edinburgh Castle. The fortress dates from the 12th century and, perched high on a volcanic outcrop, it's hard to miss wherever you go in the city. And when you can't see the castle, you can still hear it with the traditional one o'clock gun being fired every day except Sundays. Inside you'll find Royal apartments, a chapel, and numerous tidbits about the violent history of the city and country.
Elsewhere in Edinburgh, explore the winding cobbled streets, take in the Royal Mile or visit the National Museum of Scotland. Just outside of the city is the small town of Leith, home to the Royal Yacht Britannia. The former floating home of the British Royal Family is now moored here permanently. Adding to the attractions of Leith are two Michelin starred restaurants if you feel the need for a little post-race decadence.
The race itself finishes in wonderful Holyrood Park. Be sure to return once you have regained some strength in your legs to climb Arthur's Seat. This ancient volcano rises above the city and on a clear day, the views of the city are spectacular.
There are two opportunities to race in the Swedish capital in the summer, with IRONMAN Kalmar and IRONMAN 70.3 Jonkoping.
Stockholm is a diverse city spread across 14 islands, and connected by 57 bridges. It offers no shortage of things to see and do. The Royal Palace, home to the King of Sweden sits at the heart of the Old Town, and is a must-see. The palace is open to the public and contains five museums to explore and enjoy.
There are several other museums worth considering. including the Nobel Museum, charting the history of the Nobel prizes, or the the Vasa Museum, where you can jump on board the Vasa, the only preserved 17th century warship in the world. For something a little different, why not Take a Chance to say Thank You for the Music and head to the ABBA museum? (Sorry…)
If the weather is agreeable, Stockholm has numerous parks for long strolls or picnics in the sun. And be sure to check out one of the many top-notch bars and restaurants that line the waterways and streets of the unique island neighborhoods.
Copenhagen is just achingly cool with its gorgeous buildings, culinary delights, and armies of cyclists. IRONMAN Copenhagen is the crown jewel on this world-class cultural destination.
For those seeking to keep the race thrills going, Tivoli Gardens is an amusement park that has been open for more than 150 years. There are classic rides, spectacular buildings set in exotic gardens, and modern roller coasters. It's a magical location with something to offer everyone, young and old.
Head to Kronberg Castle, famous as the setting for Shakespeare's Hamlet. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is open for tours, but is also an active military fortress.
If you're just looking to explore, Nyhavn is a picture perfect area of the city, where Hans Christian Andersen once lived. The former commercial port has been renovated and is now filled with cozy bars and elegant restaurants to match the beautiful architecture and setting.
Finally, no visit to Copenhagen would be complete without a visit to see the Little Mermaid. The sculpture, based on the character from the fairytale of the same name, sits on the Langelinje Pier and welcomes visitors to Copenhagen Harbor. Pose by the statue with your IRONMAN Copenhagen finisher's medal for a classic photo.
*Wondering if you're a culture hound? We like this definition from The Odyssey Online: "A Culture Hound can be defined as someone who is constantly in awe of his/her surroundings and seeks to soak up every aspect of any culture he/she comes into contact with. If you break down the phrase, a hound is an aggressive dog, one that, in this case, will pursue culture relentlessly."
Luke Yates is an adventurer, triathlete, and journalist.


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This post is from January of this year; you can get the latest news on today's Amazon outage—also not a hack—here.
Amazon.com homepage is inexplicably down for us. When you navigate to Amazon.com we're getting a series of errors. Initially the page only read "Http/1.1 Service Unavailable," but we've been getting the failure page above, as well as straight-up browser fails. We've confirmed the problem on both the east and west coasts.
Update: Amazon is back. But why did it go down in the first place?
Despite the homepage downage, much of Amazon appears to be up and running. Direct links to product pages work but the home page has been loading the error above since about 2:30PM EST. Amazon Web Services are up and running, and Gawker Media's CTO reports that Amazon S3 cloud computing services are fully up as well. We've reached out to Amazon to see what's up and company reps are looking into the issue. We'll update as we learn more. Help us out, what are you all seeing out there in the world.
Update: Hacker group Nazi Gods has taken to Twitter to claim responsibility for the attack:
As in every internet situation since the dawn of time, it's worth taking the boast with a grain of salt; Amazon's a huge whale, and claiming credit for its TKO is a quick way to make a reputation for yourself whether you did it or not. That being said, Nazi Gods helpfully took the time to detail how they did it:
And also clarified why the homepage is down but not the rest of the site:
Still, there's reason enough to doubt the claim. It's hard to imagine that Amazon puts its entire homepage—its most vital property—entirely on one server. It's also notable that Nazi Gods announced a lengthy lists of potential hacking targets eight hours ago:
And that Amazon is nowhere on that list.
Update 2: It also turns out that this wouldn't be the first time Nazi Gods made dubious claims about its involvement in a successful attack. Just two weeks ago, Cyber War News mounted substantial evidence—including the testimony of a disenchanted Nazi Gods member—that the group had taken credit for bringing down cyberwarnews.info when it had not.
Update 3: And we're back! Amazon's home page has returned unscathed.
Update 4: Meanwhile, Nazi Gods have pointed to the time of the attack as evidence that it originated from a group with Nazi in its name. We're still waiting to hear from Amazon to confirm details of what exactly happened:
Update 5:
We've been in touch with whoever is on the other end of the NaziGods Twitter account that's claiming credit for taking down the Amazon.com home page and well as the Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 servers. We asked for definitive proof of the attack and the hackers couldn't provide it. The hacker provided some additional information about what motivations might drive NaziGods attacked the server and some proof that they actually did it—and that they could do more.
NaziGods elaborated the complaints about censorship. It seems the hacker had a personal problem with the Amazon.
So in short, NaziGods claims that they got themselves a copy of "Ghost in the Wires," a book by hacker Kevin Mitnick. Then when they tried to sell it Amazon wouldn't let them. That makes no sense to us. NaziGods agrees. "That's why we fired teh lazers."
As you can see in the clip above, we asked how and if NaziGods could take down "server b" and target a larger part of the Amazon operation. NaziGods claims it would be suceptible to a Slowloris DDoS attack which is much simpler than what took down the homepage. Interestingly, they say they wouldn't do it.
We're still in touch with NaziGods, we'll add more if they give us anything interesting. But in the meantime, NaziGods told us to expect more hacks on the way.
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Here's the official comment from Amazon Spokesperson Ty Rogers:
The gateway page of Amazon.com was offline to some customers for approximately 49 minutes. Other pages of the site were accessible and AWS was not impacted.
Not exactly confirmation that they were hacked. We're digging for more.
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Sources close to Amazon have told us that the outage was not related to any outside group. We'll update if there's more to say, but it sounds like old NaziGods was full of it after all.


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Giants 10, Cubs 7(10)
With a record number of wild pitches in the middle of the game and a balk near the end, the San Francisco Giants sure got plenty of help from the Chicago Cubs.
They'll take it.
Edwin Jackson and Michael Bowden tied a major league record by combining to throw five wild pitches in an inning, and the Giants got another big assist from a Cubs pitcher in a three-run 10th Sunday that led to their 10-7 victory over Chicago.
The Cubs matched the record for wild pitches by a team in an inning during a four-run sixth that put San Francisco ahead 5-4, but the Giants had to rally again.
Chicago led 7-6 before Hunter Pence's solo homer on a 2-2 pitch off Shawn Camp (0-1) with two outs in the ninth.
One-out singles by Hector Sanchez and Brandon Crawford put runners at the corners in the 10th. With Buster Posey batting, Camp was called for a balk as he stepped off the rubber to try to throw to first, giving San Francisco an 8-7 lead. Posey followed with an RBI single and, one out later, Marco Scutaro added a run-scoring double.
Camp had no issue with the balk call, saying, ''I got a little caught, and I just froze up.''
George Kontos (1-1) pitched a scoreless inning for the win, and Sergio Romo worked the 10th for his seventh save in eight chances.
Starlin Castro and Nate Schierholtz hit two-run homers in the first off Tim Lincecum for a 4-1 lead.
Jackson got in trouble in the sixth when he threw two wild pitches and Bowden added three more. The Cubs matched the mark set by Bert Cunningham of Buffalo in a Players League game in 1890 and matched by the St. Louis Cardinals' Rick Ankiel in the 2000 NL division series against Atlanta. Jackson and Bowden also combined to walk four in the inning, with Jackson starting the inning with free passes to Pence and Brandon Belt.
Gregor Blanco doubled in a run and Jackson allowed another run with his second wild pitch of the inning.
Bowden came in when Nick Noonan pinch hit for Lincecum, and he threw a wild pitch. Noonan hit a two-run single for a 5-4 lead.
Bowden threw two more wild pitches, walked Angel Pagan and got Scutaro to hit into an inning-ending double play.
''The guy was throwing well and throwing hard, great stuff,'' Giants manager Bruce Bochy said. ''You get some breaks there and you take them. You're hoping someone comes through with a big hit, Noonan's was huge.''
Jackson was furious at himself.
''I feel like first of all it's unexcusable to let your team down like that when you self-imploded like that and not make an adjustment to regain control of your pitches,'' he said.
Blanco hit another RBI double in the seventh against Hector Rondon, and Alberto Gonzalez pulled the Cubs to 6-5 when he homered off Chad Gaudin in the bottom half. Chicago went ahead in the eighth when on Jeremy Affeldt's bases-loaded walk to Luis Valbuena and Gonazalez's sacrifice fly off Santiago Casilla.
Lincecum, 1-0 after three starts, allowed four runs and six hits in five innings. He settled down after the early homers, but his ERA rose to 5.63.
''It just comes down to focus, executing your pitches when you need to,'' said Lincecum, who gave up six runs in his previous start against Colorado. ''I could have ended that inning with two runs maybe. I guess I just didn't focus the way I should have.''
Jackson gave up five runs - four earned - five hits and four walks in 5 1-3 innings. He's walked nine in his last two starts.
''I wouldn't change my pitch selection, but I'd definitely change the way I made adjustments,'' he said.
NOTES: The Cubs placed C Steve Clevenger on the 60-day DL because of a strained left abdomen and claimed RHP Kameron Loe off waivers from the Seattle Mariners. The also optioned RHP Rafael Dolis to Triple-A Iowa. Clevenger injured the left oblique muscle and fell to the ground in pain when he struck out ending Saturday's loss to San Francisco. Loe was 1-1 with a 10.80 ERA in four relief appearances with the Mariners, then was designated for assignment on Thursday. ... The Cubs agreed to a minor league deal with RHP Kevin Gregg. He was with them in 2009 and was replaced as closer by Carlos Marmol. ... LHP Travis Wood starts Tuesday for Chicago against Texas with LHP Derek Holland pitching for the Rangers. ... LHP Barry Zito pitches Tuesday for San Francisco at Milwaukee, with RHP Wily Peralta starting for the Brewers.


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A candidate desiring to receive campaign financing from the fund shall first file a declaration of intent before the end of the qualifying period and prior to collecting any qualifying contributions. The declaration shall be on a form prescribed by the State Election Commission and shall contain a statement that the candidate is qualified to be placed on the ballot, and, if elected, to hold the office sought and has complied with and will continue to comply with all requirements of this article, including contribution and expenditure restrictions. A candidate may not collect exploratory contributions after filing the declaration of intent. Contributions made prior to the filing of the declaration of intent are not qualifying contributions. Any contributions received by a candidate during any precandidacy period which preceded the exploratory period which remain unexpended at the time of the declaration of intent shall be considered exploratory funds and subject to the limits and provisions of section eight of this article.


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Detroit Tigers slugger Delmon Young went on a drunken, anti-Semetic rampage outside a posh Manhattan hotel early this morning — shouting "F-ing Jews" to a group of tourists before throwing one to the ground, sources said.
The $6.5 million outfielder was so drunk that he had to be hospitalized after his arrest.
Young directed his rage on four men who were in town for a bachelor party when he saw them talking to a yarmulke-and-Star of David-wearing pan handler outside the Hilton Hotel on Sixth Avenue at 2:40 a.m.
He allegedly shouted "You bunch of F-ing Jews!" and pushed the first member of the group that he could get his hands on — Jason Shank, a business man from Schaumburg Ill, sources said.
The 6-3, 240-pound Young allegedly shoved the much smaller Shank, 32, into a hotel wall, and then tackled him before the scuffle was broken up, sources said.
Shank and his pals quickly escaped into the Hilton. Young gave chase but was stopped by a guard, who made him prove he was a hotel guest, sources said.
Someone in Shanks group called 911 — and the Tigers terror was arrested on charges of aggravated harassment in the second degree, a misdemeanor with a hate-crime element.
Shank only suffered scratches and bleeding to his arm.
Young was taken to Roosevelt Hospital to dry out before he could be processed.
He was later taken to Midtown North Precinct, where he slept off the rest of his stupor.
Young, who missed tonight's game against the Yankees, was arraigned around 7 p.m. and freed on $5,000 bail.
Young's lawyer, Dan Ollen, called the bail "silly" and "ridiculous."
"He's a world famous baseball player" who has every reason to come back to court, he said.
"He has no criminal record," and "the chance of jail in this case is extremely unlikely."
Ollen added that a videotape of the incident shows Shanks groups were the instigators.
"Someone in the other party says something that causes him to react," Ollen said. He refused to elaborate after court, and said there's no audio on the tape.
Young earlier said in a statement:
"I sincerely regret what happened. I take this matter very seriously and assure everyone that I will do everything I can to improve myself as a person and player."
Tigers brass said: "We need to allow the legal process to take its course.
This is just the latest trouble for the hot-tempered Young, an outfielder who was suspended for 50 games in 2006 in the minors for chucking a bat at an umpire.
A former Twin, Young joined the Tigers last last season and homered in his first playoff at bat for the team in last year's ALDS against the Yankees.
This year the team signed him to a one-year $6, 725,000 contract.
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|Oneida County - An Introduction
|Oneida County has always been at the center of transportation
developments that controlled the growth of New York State and in large measure, the North
Eastern United States. Nearly one hundred miles west of the state capital of Albany,
Oneida County holds the upper reaches of the Mohawk River flowing eastward to the Hudson
River. The County is also the site of streams flowing west to the Great Lakes, North
to the St. Lawrence River, and South to the Susquehanna River. The height of land in
this east-west watershed divide is the site of the City of Rome. A few miles to the
east is the site where the Mohawk River is the most fordable for north-south travel, the
City of Utica.
In the centuries before settlement, Oneida County was completely wooded and waterways afforded the easiest travel. As a result the Oneida Indian Nation, one of the Six Nations of the Iroquois, located on the western part of the County. French, English and Dutch traders knew this land was the key to controlling the fur trade from the west and as access to developing colonial agricultural settlements in the east. For these reasons fortifications were built in the Rome and Utica areas and significant battles and raids were carried out from the early 1700's to the conclusion of the Revolutionary War.
Following the Revolutionary War, New England farmers who had traveled and fought along the Mohawk River, came back to clear and settle more promising lands. Hugh White who settled Whitestown in 1784 was one; Jedediah Sanger founder of New Hartford was another. So was Moses Foote of Clinton and James Dean of Westmoreland.
The success of these early families soon brought more pioneers to purchase low-cost and potentially rich farm land. They settled across Oneida County at crossroads and hamlets that have become today's twenty-six towns and three cities of the County.
Demands for local government and courts, west to Albany, brought the New York State Legislature to form, first, Herkimer County and then Oneida County on March 15, 1798. Later what is now Lewis County, Jefferson and parts of Oswego County were formed from the original County boundaries.
The success of farmers, millers and other yankee entrepreneurs created a need for better transportation to eastern markets. The cost of road development exacted a penalty that a canal system would overcome. On July 4th, 1817, the groundbreaking of the Erie Canal took place in Rome, and was completed between Lake Erie and the Hudson River in 1825. Not only did the Canal stimulate growing of cash crops like grain, hops, cheese, potash; it also brought a surge of immigrants to settle western New York and beyond.
Following the success of the Erie Canal, private companies completed canals to the north from Rome along the Black River and to the South, from Utica, along the Chenango River. By 1831 steam locomotive driven railroads began to service between Albany and Schenectady. Five years later, the Utica and Schenectady line began operations with six locomotives and fifty cars each. By the 1840's passenger travel had switched almost completely to the railroads. From that time all modes of land and water transportation west from Albany have followed the Mohawk River low lands to Rome and thence along the survey route for the Erie Canal. As transportation needs grew from agriculture to industrial growth and passenger travel, Utica and Rome and Oneida County grew in step with the expansion. Utica became home to one of the largest railroad freight marshalling yards on the New York Central system.
Water power provided the early settlers with not only transportation, but also the ability to mill corn and other grains, to saw and shape wood from the forests, and to loom textiles from wool, cotton and flax. By the early 1840's New England mills had developed steam powered looms that out produced Oneida textile companies. In 1845, attorney Edward Graham, merchant Spencer Kellogg and industrialist Andrew Pond returned from a survey of New England mills with a plan. Entrepreneurs like Alfred Munson and Theodore Faxton raised enough money to put the plan to work. From low-cost coal fields in Pennsylvania, coal was brought to Utica on the Chenango Canal and powered steam driven looms in greatly expanded mills that made Oneida County a textile center of the county until after World War II.
During the one hundred years from the mid-1800's to mid-1900's the diversity of industrial products and the value of agricultural output grew in Oneida County. Beginning in the 1890's farmers were learning how to produce more with less farmland. Today about 260,000 acres of the County's 806,000 acres are being farmed by about 2800 farm owners. The value of field crops, vegetable and milk and diary products increases each year, reaching $89 million dollars in 1997.
Industrial diversification began in the 1950's as the textile mills moved south. Economic leaders of Oneida County began to recruit new businesses. General Electric, Univac, Utica Drop Forge and Tool, Bendix, Special Metals established plants. Established companies like Utica Mutual Insurance Company expanded. Retail and wholesale services industries found the transportation hub of Oneida County to their liking.
Starting in the late 1980's corporations dependent on military products began to downsize. The closure of the Griffiss Air Force base resulted in the loss of over 5,000 jobs. These economic losses signaled once again that Oneida County had to attract new business. The Oneida County Economic Development and Growth Enterprise, (EDGE) and the Griffiss Industrial Park, (GLDC) were formed. The Air Force Information Directorate, (Rome Labs) remains at the Griffiss site and serves as an attraction to high technology corporations. Major corporations such as Conmed, Special Metals, Oneida Ltd., Utica National Insurance Group, PAR Technology, Revere Copper and Brass, Metropolitan Insurance Company, Fleet Bank and others serve to provide the needed economic diversity that government leaders indicate is the key to prosperity in Oneida County.
Oneida County|Government|Local
|Special thanks and appreciation to the
Oneida County Historical Society
for their assistance and guidance.
For additional history and facts about Oneida County contact the
Oneida County Historical Society
1608 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501
(315) 735-3642
|© 2002 Oneida County, New York, USA


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This is Jennifer Lawrence heading out of LA en route to London yesterday ahead of the BAFTAs on Sunday where she's nominated for Leading Actress alongside Jessica Chastain, Marion Cotillard, Helen Mirren, and Emmanuelle Riva. It'll be the first major event where Chastain, Lawrence, and Riva go head to head. And this is especially interesting because there are a few experts who remain unconvinced that the Academy will choose either Chastain and Lawrence and they're predicting a Riva win. Still, the majority of them are split between the two Js. As we move into the final stretch of Oscar voting then, the campaign strategists are aggressively working every angle they can. Did you see that photo of Bradley Cooper and David O Russell, of Silver Linings Playbook, meeting with Vice President Joe Biden about mental health initiatives? Click here if you missed it. But Harvey Weinstein's not the only one calling in favours. Click here to read about how the other films in contention are being lobbied, just to make it even more confusing for you as you consider your ballot for our Annual Contest.
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Cross River Rail Tunnel, Stations and Development package
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CIMIC Group companies, UGL, Pacific Partnerships, and CPB Contractors, as part of the Pulse consortium, have reached contractual close with the State of Queensland to deliver the Tunnel, Stations and Development PPP package of Brisbane's Cross River Rail project.
The Pulse consortium will deliver tunnelling works, new underground stations, and ongoing maintenance services for Cross River Rail, South East Queensland's largest infrastructure project. The State Government is providing a $5.4 billion capital contribution for construction.
Contractual close occurred on 30 June 2019, with construction to commence later this year.
CPB Contractors will deliver the design and construction in a joint venture with Ghella and BAM International with UGL delivering the mechanical and electrical (M&E) works. UGL will also provide maintenance services for the project over 24 years.


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Is Online Right For Me?
To be successful in the online environment, students must possess basic computer skills, have daily access to a computer with a reliable internet connection, practice good time management skills, and be self-disciplined.
Here's what some of our students said
Instructors asked the following question of the students in their online courses:
What skills did you need to succeed in this Internet class?
Following are some of their responses. The specific skills they mentioned are bolded so you can see them easily, but we didn't change any punctuation or capitalization. These are their exact words.
"Definitely discipline. You need the discipline to make sure you read your assignment and do your homework on time. Also, time management. Especially if you have other commitments such as family or another class. Finally, I think the ability to ask for help."
"By far the most needed skill with this class was SELF-DISCIPLINE!!!! A student must have the motivation and abilities to set a schedule and follow it. Without this kind of self-motivation a student would have a difficult time succeeding in an internet class."
"The first and foremost skill needed is discipline. In an internet class there is no one there to make sure you do what you need to do. In fact, if you never log on you won't even know what's going on. It takes a lot of discipline to sit down log on, review the work needed and then get it turned in by the deadline. It is not a blow off class by any means. I think you also need some basic computer skills to do well in the class. If someone is not that immersed in computer usage they'll be less likely to be actively involved in the class and its assignments. I think it will become a sort of discouragement and frustration."
"Perhaps this seems like an obvious answer, but convenient internet access is definitely important in being successful in this class. I found that a fast connection is particularly helpful when procrastinators such myself frantically try to submit assignments before the given deadline. Of course generally, procrastination would definitely inhibit success in this class. Skills in time management and self discipline would definitely help to facilitate success because everything needs to be essentially done on your own. However, perhaps a skill that was not so well emphasized in regards to taking internet classes was the ability to write. With the majority of your grade based upon essays [in this class], it is necessary to be able to convey your thoughts and understanding through words."
"The skills that one most needs to succeed in this course are patience, self-discipline, and time management. The student needs patience because there is a lot of material to go through in the book and when writing a paper, the right elements must be included to prove one's point. Patience is needed to allow the brain to soak up all the info and then bring it back in our own words. Self-discipline is needed because any Internet course can go out of control if the right amount of time is not dedicated to the material that is required. We are basically on our own out here. Time management is also important because there is a lot of reading and writing to do and if time is not managed correctly the amount of work will seem overwhelming."
"I think that a person should have a commitment in order to be able to handle any internet class. Definitely discipline and hard work pays off in any internet class. You would also have to be dedicated to setting goals, managing your time and following directions. You needed time to access the internet and the skills you needed would probably be reading and making yourself read. More people have to go to a class every so many days to listen and take notes and then they are more motivated to read."


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Rise through the ranks of a mob family.
In Mafia II: Director's Cut, you live the life of Vito Scaletta, a small-time gangster with plenty of ambition and a talent for taking care of business. As Vito rises through the ranks of a powerful mob family, he discovers that life as a wise guy is as dangerous as it is glamorous.
In a gripping and stylish action adventure, Vito must prove himself an efficient enforcer, a skilled getaway driver and a reliable hit-man. Set in a mythic post-war America, Mafia II: Director's Cut tells an intense story of friendship, loyalty, betrayal and revenge.
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Leisure, Apr 2004, 5.99, 336 pp. ISBN: 084395289X In 1816, Lionel Westfall finds two deaths in the family have shockingly destroyed his hedonistic London lifestyle. His father died making him an earl with incredible responsibilities that feel overwhelming. That pales when compared to the death of Penelope his wife as she left behind for him to raise six strangers that he sired with her ranging from eighteen years old and younger. Rustic neig...
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Leisure, Apr 2003, 5.99, 311 pp. ISBN: 0843951869 More comfortable with horses than with men, Lady Julia Westfall wants to inherit the stable when her ailing beloved father dies. She detests the types of things her female peers love while being very competitive with men when it comes to steeds. Widow Lord Henry Pelham wants the horses also and needs a mother for his cherished daughter Isbeau. He offers Julia a business arrangement. They mar...


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Using the Cloudera Manager API for Cluster Automation
One of the complexities of Apache Hadoop is the need to deploy clusters of servers, potentially on a regular basis. If you maintain hundreds of test and development clusters in different configurations, this process can be complex and cumbersome if not automated.
Cluster Automation Use Cases
Cluster automation is useful in various situations. For example, you might work on many versions of CDH, which works on a wide variety of OS distributions (RHEL 5 and RHEL 6, Ubuntu Precise and Lucid, Debian Wheezy, and SLES 11). You might have complex configuration combinations—highly available HDFS or simple HDFS, Kerberized or non-secure, YARN or MRv1, and so on. With these requirements, you need an easy way to create a new cluster that has the required setup. This cluster can also be used for integration, testing, customer support, demonstrations, and other purposes.
You can install and configure Hadoop according to precise specifications using the Cloudera Manager REST API. Using the API, you can add hosts, install CDH, and define the cluster and its services. You can also tune heap sizes, set up HDFS HA, turn on Kerberos security and generate keytabs, and customize service directories and ports. Every configuration available in Cloudera Manager is exposed in the API.
- Obtaining logs and monitoring the system
- Starting and stopping services
- Polling cluster events
- Creating a disaster recovery replication schedule
Use scenarios for the Cloudera Manager API for cluster automation might include:
- OEM and hardware partners that deliver Hadoop-in-a-box appliances using the API to set up CDH and Cloudera Manager on bare metal in the factory.
- Automated deployment of new clusters, using a combination of Puppet and the Cloudera Manager API. Puppet does the OS-level provisioning and installs the software. The Cloudera Manager API sets up the Hadoop services and configures the cluster.
- Integrating the API with reporting and alerting infrastructure. An external script can poll the API for health and metrics information, as well as the stream of events and alerts, to feed into a custom dashboard.
Java API Example
This example covers the Java API client.
To use the Java client, add this dependency to your project's pom.xml:
<project> <repositories> <repository> <id>cdh.repo</id> <url>https://repository.cloudera.com/artifactory/cloudera-repos</url> <name>Cloudera Repository</name> </repository> … </repositories> <dependencies> <dependency> <groupId>com.cloudera.api</groupId> <artifactId>cloudera-manager-api</artifactId> <version>4.6.2</version> <!-- Set to the version of Cloudera Manager you use --> </dependency> … </dependencies> ... </project>
The Java client works like a proxy. It hides from the caller any details about REST, HTTP, and JSON. The entry point is a handle to the root of the API:
RootResourcev12 apiRoot = new ClouderaManagerClientBuilder().withHost("cm.cloudera.com") .withUsernamePassword("admin", "admin").build().getRootv12();
- RootResourcev12
- ClustersResourcev12 - host membership, start cluster
- ServicesResourcev12 - configuration, get metrics, HA, service commands
- RolesResource - add roles, get metrics, logs
- RoleConfigGroupsResource - configuration
- ParcelsResource - parcel management
- ServicesResourcev12 - configuration, get metrics, HA, service commands
- ClustersResourcev12 - host membership, start cluster
- HostsResource - host management, get metrics
- UsersResource - user management
For more information, see the Javadoc.
The following example lists and starts a cluster:
// List of clusters ApiClusterList clusters = apiRoot.getClustersResource().readClusters(DataView.SUMMARY); for (ApiCluster cluster : clusters) { LOG.info("{}: {}", cluster.getName(), cluster.getVersion()); } // Start the first cluster ApiCommand cmd = apiRoot.getClustersResource().startCommand(clusters.get(0).getName()); while (cmd.isActive()) { Thread.sleep(100); cmd = apiRoot.getCommandsResource().readCommand(cmd.getId()); } LOG.info("Cluster start {}", cmd.getSuccess() ? "succeeded" : "failed " + cmd.getResultMessage());
Python Example
You can see an example of automation with Python at the following link: Python example. The example contains information on the requirements and steps to automate a cluster deployment.


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The window's his. There would be no US Open title for Rafael Nadal, but he did reign as king of Niketown on 57th Street in Midtown Manhattan for most of the Open. We love the picture-framed outfits which you can see better after the jump. Below: Maria's Cole Haan collection advertises on an 8th Street subway stop downtown.
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The Baby's Breath and Gardenia care starts with proper Baby's Breath and Gardenia growing conditions. To encourage a healthy growth, sun exposure, watering and healthy soil are some aspects one should keep in mind in Baby's Breath and Gardenia care. For effective Baby's Breath Care and Gardenia Care, sunlight and watering are essential for plants to make their own food. Diligently watering and Full Sun sun exposure is beneficial for Baby's Breath while Diligently watering and Full Sun, Part Sun exposure is good for Gardenia. Let's look into each of these aspects in detail in the sections below.
Besides sunlight and watering, maintaining a perfect planting time proves beneficial for good Baby's Breath and Gardenia care. Let's check out the best time to plant Baby's Breath and Gardenia. Follow the tips below to plant Baby's Breath and Gardenia.
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