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Basketball. Is. Back. I'm ranking all 30 teams and slotting them into tiers. After looking at the teams eyeing the future on Thursday, today we're focusing on young teams with playoff hopes, plus a large group of teams standing at the crossroads of contention. The league is filled with teams that should arguably be buyers or sellers depending on how they perform.
Usually, it's quite clear what a team should do, whether it's go all in or blow it up. But this season is different in that there are only a handful of teams in the West without any chance of making the playoffs, and virtually every team in the East could grab an honorary playoff spot as the 8-seed. It's the first year in a long time when there's not an overwhelming Finals favorite, or any clarity about which 16 teams will actually make the playoffs. So what happens in games during the long regular season will matter. We will get a season with twists and turns, more big trades, and lots of drama.
On Monday and Tuesday, we'll continue this four-part series by looking at the teams most likely to make deep playoff runs and my season predictions. I'm offering up what I think will be the major talking point, story line, or theme for each team for the next nine months. Let's get started.
West Playoff Hopefuls
22. Minnesota Timberwolves
Andrew Wiggins is going through a breakup. Let's all be sensitive to his feelings here. It can't be easy ending things with a high school sweetheart, but Wiggins had to dump the early-clock midrange jumper for the betterment of his career. At least he seems to be moving on quickly. This preseason, Wiggins received a ball in the midrange early in the clock and then dribbled behind the 3-point line to attempt his shot.
That really happened!
After ranking near the top of the NBA in midrange shot frequency in his career, Wiggins made a concerted effort to rid the much-maligned long 2 from his repertoire this preseason. It's encouraging, to say the least. Now let's just hope Wiggins doesn't hook back up with the midrange, or else things could get real ugly, since there's been a teamwide push to change styles in Minnesota.
New president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas comes from the Houston Rockets, and he's embraced Daryl Morey's analytics-driven philosophies. In training camp, the Wolves painted shot value numbers on their practice court to train players to value layups, free throws, and 3s. The players are adapting: The Wolves are taking 42.9 percent of their shots from 3 so far this preseason, which is the second-highest difference in the league compared to last season.
Does this mean the Wolves will be good? Well, no. Simply changing where they're taking their shots doesn't change a team's fortunes on its own. Wiggins is the poster boy for their new style, but he's still one of a bunch of ordinary players on this roster; Wiggins needs to get better at everything, not just scoring. It's Karl-Anthony Towns who will determine just how great this team can be. It's hard to find another player on Minnesota's roster who's remotely a second option, unless Wiggins makes a leap or rookie Jarrett Culver steps up. Towns can stroke 3s, bang inside, flush lobs, and attack off the dribble. And in coach Ryan Saunders's system, he could be even better by using pick-and-pops to take 3s instead of midrange shots, and more spacing could make him an even more potent post threat. But the Wolves need him to do more than score.
Saunders said he wants to run more offense through Towns, which suggests he'll be empowered to be a playmaker. The Wolves need Towns to do it all: score, create, and defend. We're about to find out whether he can handle the load.
21. Sacramento Kings
I don't trust you if you don't like the Kings. What is there not to like? De'Aaron Fox is an energizer. Buddy Hield is a flamethrower from 3. Bogdan Bogdanovic is immune to pressure. Then there's Marvin Bagley III and a bunch of solid veterans like Harrison Barnes, Trevor Ariza, and Dewayne Dedmon. For the first time in a long time, the Kings have real hopes for making the playoffs. The hard part will be living up to the hype.
The Kings fueled their modest success last season with a breakneck pace led by Fox, but they still had the league's 21st-ranked defense and 17th-ranked offense. That amounted to 39 wins (sadly somehow their high mark since 2005-06). They're young and inexperienced in a loaded conference. Um, maybe competing for the playoffs should suffice? I'd bet that's all it's gonna be anyway.
I hope Hield keeps progressing as an on-ball scorer. Bagley needs to start defending. Even Luke Walton needs to develop as an X's-and-O's coach. And Fox needs to make another big leap—he couldn't put the ball in the basket as a rookie, but drastically improved last season as a shooter and at-rim finisher. Fox still ranked only in the 33rd percentile for scoring efficiency in the half court last season, which played a big role in Sacramento's struggles in a set offense; the team ranked 20th in scoring efficiency last season, per Synergy. The exhilarating coast-to-coast finishes give you a natural high, but it's the stuff in the half court that leads to winning—and maybe someday, winning deep in the playoffs.
20. Dallas Mavericks
Rick Carlisle is getting funky with his new 7-foot-1 big man who shoots like a wing. Watch this after-timeout play that Carlisle designed for Kristaps Porzingis:
Porzingis sprinted through a screen, faked a cut to the basket, then popped back out for a 3. Nasty. Had the Bucks overplayed the 3, he would have kept going toward the rim and flushed a lob dunk. That's what happened in a different set against Oklahoma City:
Thunder center Nerlens Noel started to inch over the first screen, assuming that Porzingis would go through it, and KP made a proper read to cut. Then Luka Doncic delivered a dime. Porzingis has long had the ability to shoot off of screens; the difference now is he has Carlisle, an elite X's-and-O's coach, and Doncic, an elite playmaker. I just spent a few days in Dallas and talked with Doncic, Porzingis, and Mark Cuban, so if you'd like to learn more about how the Mavericks are ready to compete for the playoffs, and how they'll build moving forward, click here to read my feature on the Mavs.
19. New Orleans Pelicans
The Pelicans went through so much drama with Anthony Davis, but the basketball gods blessed them with a second chance at a superstar in Zion Williamson. So far this preseason, coach Alvin Gentry is taking full advantage of the new opportunity.
Gentry is getting creative with Zion. In the clip above, he unleashes Williamson by having the ball handler and screener decoy a high pick-and-roll. The center rolls, then sets a screen for Zion, who curls toward the middle of the floor. Williamson is a handful to stop when he's rumbling downhill, so the goal here is to keep him in motion toward the rim.
The interesting wrinkle to this play is that if Williamson was better covered, there would've been space for him to dump the ball off to his center, Jahlil Okafor. Playmaking is one of the more overlooked areas of Zion's game, and Gentry is already putting him in position to show it off. You'll find Williamson screening and rolling, then kicking the ball out. Once the ball is in his hands, he naturally forces the defense to rotate, and that opens up passing lanes for him to find open shooters.
Zion is throwing fastballs for strikes, even when he's delivering the ball from an off-balance stance. His ability to pass in any direction is impressive, too; he fires one pass to Brandon Ingram toward the right corner, then the other to Frank Jackson in the left corner. Some players struggle to see and make passes in one direction or the other, but so far Williamson is showing a blend of passing velocity and vision that's beyond his years.
Hype was already at a fever pitch when the Pelicans jumped to no. 1 on lottery night and landed Zion, but the first few glimpses of Williamson on the NBA stage have somehow raised the bar even higher. The Pelicans could make a playoff run this season, and if more good things come their way in the future, they'll absolutely be in Finals contention for years to come.
At the Crossroads
18. Detroit Pistons
Blake Griffin kicked ass last season, posted career-best numbers, and was named to his fifth All-NBA team. But I would explore trading him. Griffin's injury history is too long, too scary, and it has already sapped him of his gravity-defying hops. He's 30. He'll cost $110.2 million through the next three seasons. The best time to quietly explore trading any player is when they still have value, and the risk of a major injury or further physical decline is greater than any benefit of keeping him when the Pistons are stuck in the dreaded middle.
Teams are smart and know the risks involved in trading for Griffin, so I can't imagine there would be a ton of suitors. But if Griffin is shining again and healthy when January or February comes around, who says Portland wouldn't want to go all in on this season? Or what if the Heat opt to target a big instead of a guard, since Jimmy Butler handles the ball so much anyway? The Clippers didn't need to create a bidding war to get good value from the Pistons for Griffin, and neither would the Pistons if they opt to flip him to a team with a better shot of winning it all.
I doubt this will happen. The Pistons remain in win-now mode. They signed Joe Johnson, Derrick Rose, and Markieff Morris—three older veterans to help bolster their depth around Griffin and Andre Drummond. Rookie Sekou Doumbouya is barely even playing in preseason. Luke Kennard is pushed off the ball too often with Rose and Reggie Jackson taking primary shot-creation duties. Their front office moves indicate it's more probable they attempt to flip these young guys and future picks for the best player that becomes available in a trade. I just don't think this team is good enough for it to be worth it in the long run.
17. Oklahoma City Thunder
I know, this is a high ranking for a team that just traded away two All-NBA players and should be in tanking mode, but until they actually make some trades, they'll be in the playoff conversation. Other than depth at forward, this team still has plenty of talent. But league sources fully expect the Thunder to explore trading Chris Paul and Danilo Gallinari to continue their rebuild following the Russell Westbrook and Paul George blockbusters this summer. Trading Gallinari wouldn't be difficult, provided he's healthy. Finding a new home for Paul will be tough. He's 34, has an injury history, and is owed $124 million over the next three years. That deal is terrifying. Paul can help himself and the Thunder out by excelling this season. All it takes is one team to bite.
It may not happen for Paul or OKC, which has a crowded backcourt that features Paul, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Dennis Schröder. My editor Chris Ryan half-jokingly calls them the "three-headed hydra," and I actually don't mind it. While Gilgeous-Alexander is best on the ball, it's not necessarily a bad idea for him to get off-ball reps. Ideally, OKC would have a multi-creator offense anyway. What do we always hear about offenses? You want as many guys who can create with the ball in their hands as possible. Well, the Thunder can have three on the floor at once.
16. Toronto Raptors
Congratulations to the defending champion Toronto Raptors for the greatest one-hit season in league history. Kawhi's gone, and soon the other veterans who made last season's improbable run possible could follow him out the door. Masai Ujiri wanted to rebuild as soon as he took the Raptors gig in 2013, and the expectation around the league is that he will, finally, take that opportunity. Kyle Lowry has two years and $64.3 million left on his contract (after recently signing a one-year extension), while Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka have just this season remaining. Could Gasol do for another team what he did for Toronto last season? And why would a team in need of a point guard upgrade—such as the Pistons or Heat—pursue CP3 if Lowry could be available?
The question really is whether Toronto will be too good to tear down. Should a high-impact player become available, why wouldn't the Raptors be buyers? They have the aforementioned expiring salaries, plus young pieces, and all their future first-round picks to dangle in a trade. Ujiri wasn't afraid to go for it all before. Why not do it again?
15. Orlando Magic
I'm confused by the Magic this season. On one hand, they ranked first in defensive rating over their final 37 games last season. But on the other hand, teams typically ease up in the second half of the season as they make vacation plans or wait for the playoffs. Were they not getting each opponent's best effort? What should we make of Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors making quick work of them in the first round of the playoffs? I lean toward the Magic being really good on defense.
And as good as Orlando is on that side of the ball, Jonathan Isaac is the biggest reason. Isaac plays defense like he's possessed by the spirit of Andrei Kirilenko. He roams off the ball like a safety in football:
Relax, man! It's just preseason, but Isaac can't be switched off. He's as much of a pest in man-to-man situations, whether he's up against guards, wings, or bigs. He's a deterrent who not only alters shots but prevents them since he's so long and smart. He's rarely in the wrong position, and even when he is, he's so athletic that he can make up for it.
Isaac slides over the screen like a guard to prevent Jayson Tatum from attacking the rim, then helps stop Gordon Hayward's drive before heavily contesting Tatum's shot. All-Defensive teams are in Isaac's future.
Mo Bamba, one of the many long-armed Magic players, finishes off Tatum by swatting the ball out of bounds. Bamba, the no. 6 overall pick last year, might not be good yet, but he's still only 21. If he makes progress, Nikola Vucevic may suddenly become a more expendable player for a piece of greater need, such as a go-to scoring guard.
We haven't even mentioned Khem Birch, who was better than Bamba last season. Or Markelle Fultz, who still looks like he's starring in Bird Box on offense but at least has excellent defensive potential. Or Aaron Gordon, who is one of the most underrated defenders in the game. I wrote about Gordon last month as a potential breakout player; the Magic need him to pop on offense. Otherwise, trades will need to be made using expendable pieces and picks to find a scorer. Until then, they'll just be hard to score on.
14. San Antonio Spurs
Much like Gregg Popovich pivoting to the midrange when 3s are all the rage, I'm high on the Spurs when many others think the San Antonio dynasty is all but over. Granted, I had doubts about the Spurs just 19 months ago when I wrote an article titled "No, Seriously This Time: Is This the End of the Spurs' Dynasty?"
In it, I detailed the imminent challenges facing the Spurs: Kawhi Leonard's status, the lack of young talent, and an aging core. Those questions are being answered now. Kawhi is gone and the team is now rich with young talent. Dejounte Murray and Derrick White are two elite defensive players in the backcourt, while Lonnie Walker IV could develop into a go-to scoring wing. Luka Samanic and Keldon Johnson project as reliable role players. Trey Lyles was a low-risk, high-reward signing this summer. Jakob Poeltl is a rock-solid center. Kudos to the Spurs for going young.
We also know the Spurs won 48 games last season despite losing numerous players to injuries, most notably Murray to a torn ACL before the season began. And they won a lot by playing drastically different styles, focusing on the midrange when one or both of LaMarcus Aldridge and DeMar DeRozan were on the floor, and playing a modernized style with their fast and feisty reserve units led by Patty Mills and Bryn Forbes.
The Spurs will be competitive again this season. Murray could elevate their defense to a typical Spursian level, and DeRozan now has a full year of experience in Popovich's system. If the Spurs are really, really good, is there any logic to them cashing in one of their young players and assets for a high-level veteran to maximize this core? Time is running out on their best players: DeRozan, 30, has a player option worth $27.7 million for the final season of his contract, and Aldridge, 34, has only $7 million of his $24 million guaranteed for next season. Other veterans like Mills, Rudy Gay, and DeMarre Carroll can also be free agents by 2021. Or, if the Spurs slip this season, would they become a team that instead trades those veterans to build young?
There are a lack of proven stars available on the market. If the Spurs were to put, say, Aldridge on the table, why would a team not want to take a flyer on him? He's an elite post presence and a good defender; having a true big would be a requirement to get through Joel Embiid and the Sixers, or Anthony Davis and the Lakers. Plus, Aldridge has a team-friendly contract due to his nonguaranteed salary for next year. If the Spurs want to cash in, they can become instant contenders. But if they want to cash out, they could bolster their efforts to sustain the dynasty.


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Summer School on Greenhouse Gases in Southampton, 10-16 July 2022
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- 2022-01-31
I'm one of the organisers of an International Summer School on Greenhouse Gases at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) in Southampton in July; applications are open until 28 February. This intensive 1-week course with a mixture of lectures, exercises and excursions is aimed at PhD students and post-doctoral researchers in the natural sciences who want to develop a solid understanding of the role of key greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the Earth system and the processes that govern their dynamics in the atmosphere, ocean and biosphere.
The Summer School is funded by the DARE-UK project at the University of Briston; more details and links to the application form can be found on the DARE-UK-Website.
I had organised the first Summer School on Global Greenhouse Gases in Edinburgh in 2015, when I was working as a project manager at the University of Edinburgh, two more summer schools (2016 and 2017) followed in Southampton. We had planned this summer school already for 2020 but had to postpone it twice due to Corona; we hope that the situation improves enough this year for the summer school to go ahread.
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Writing a function, like an answer, use. As an example, an answer to the question "Where is San Francisco" is written using the subject and verb forms, but in this case the object form is used. For this reason the correct answer is not "San Francisco".
You make sure that the correct sentence structure is used. Using improper sentence structure will create another problem called Nen. Using improper sentence structure is the same as not using subject and object forms properly in programs.
One of the most common problems it faces is called the Hana. Here is how you will use it. When an application needs to load, it is not good for your programmer to use the on_load function to do so.
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The key to eliminating this error is to first learn the code. So, when you are asking yourself where is San Francisco or what is the difference between the rows and columns of data, you will have the idea that you are doing the wrong thing. Therefore, with the help of Nen you will be able to get the right idea on what should be done next.
You will learn how to use Nen to control the flow of your programs. Therefore, if you notice that your program is running slowly, you will be able to fix the problem by using Nen. Also, you will be able to avoid bugs and you will be able to enjoy a smooth program run.
Other mistakes that you need to avoid are called bugs and you need help in programming university. The errors that you need to check and avoid are listed below.
The mistake that you can make when you are programming is that you will make a wrong address in the database of your program. When you make the address wrong, it is not easy to find the data with the help of some search engine.
The way to avoid it is to make sure that you have made the address of the key correctly. The key itself is the key to every single program. Therefore, you need to know the correct key or database address before you have made any entry.
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Consultation on Methyl Anthranilate and Its Associated End-use Products, Proposed Re‑evaluation Decision PRVD2018-06
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Methyl anthranilate is a pesticide registered for use in Canada by growers and licensed applicators to repel birds from fruit and turf. Names of products containing methyl anthranilate include Avigon and Avian Migrate. Methyl anthranilate is a naturally occurring substance in a variety of plants and fruits.
Following a scheduled re-evaluation under the Re-evaluation Program, Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) is consulting Canadians on the proposal to continue the registration of products containing methyl anthranilate for sale and use in Canada. When used as a bird repellent according to the proposed label directions, the potential risk to human health and the environment is not expected to be of concern. Updates to label directions are being proposed to meet the current labelling standards.
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In Memory of Police Officer Tyler Britt
Arizona Police Officer Dies from COVID19
On Monday, January 11, 2021, Police Officer Tyler Britt, age 48, died due to complications of the coronavirus. The United States has lost hundreds of thousands of citizens to the pandemic, many of whom were first responders, law enforcement officers, and essential workers. Even after knowing that certain occupations can put a person at a higher risk of infection, Police Officer Tyler Britt chose to continue to serve the people of his community.
Statistics show that in 2020, more than 362 officers in the United States died in the line of duty. The number of those that died from COVID19 was approximately 234 officers. These officers, like Officer Britt, took an oath to their badge and profession. Despite the threat of an "invisible bullet," these officers heroically went to work each day to help the residents in their communities. These officers, men, and women are all heroes.
At the time of Officer Britt's death, Arizona had reported more than 122 cases per 100,000 residents. There had been more than 636,000 confirmed cases of COVID and 10,482 deaths in Arizona throughout the pandemic.
Chandler Police Department
Officer Britt had spent more than 19 years serving as a law enforcement officer. He worked for the Chandler Police Department. The CPD is a fully accredited full-service law enforcement agency. The department employs more than 330 officers and 170 support personnel.
The agency serves a population of more than 270,000 residents. The department is divided into two divisions and one bureau to effectively cover the area. Chandler has three separate police precincts, including Main Station, Desert Breeze, and Chandler Heights. The agency follows a progressive, community-based approach to law enforcement.
Police Officer Tyler Britt is survived by his wife and son. Officer Britt received full honors at his funeral service, including three helicopter fly-overs, bagpipes, and many officers around the area showing their gratitude with a display of lights as they left the cemetery one by one. Britt's final resting place was at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery.
The Dispatcher for the Chandler Police Department gave the last call for Officer Britt at his funeral. "This is the last call for Officer Tyler Bridge, badge 490. We consider it an honor to have served with you. Your memory lives on in your community, your fellow officers, and your family. Thank you for your 19 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Chandler. Your assignment here is complete. You will be deeply missed. Rest in peace."
Brian Duffin, a long-time friend of Officer Britt, spoke candidly about his friend. "He was the model officer. He was everything that I think a member of the community of Chandler would hope a police officer would be. I was working as a motorist-assist volunteer with the Chandler Police Department, and I was dispatched to assist him on a call. He had just pulled somebody over and suspected impaired driving. He absolutely loved working in patrol and traffic. He had no aspirations to become a sergeant, lieutenant, or become a commander or anything like that. He enjoyed being out with the people; he enjoyed what he did."
Chief of Police Sean Duggan shared his grief from losing a friend and officer. "Each day Tyler came to work; he made a difference. He was passionate about his job and touched countless people's lives over the course of his career. His passing is a tremendous loss to our department and the Chandler community. He will be sorely missed."


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We remain hopeful that we will now be able to reopen on Tuesday, April 7th at 12PM, per Governor Baker's most recent press conference. In the meantime, we encourage our members to stay active with us through Facebook LIVE classes, nutrition and fitness tips, and more.
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The New Product Showcase at the ISH North America expo and seminar in Boston this month will feature displays of manufacturers' newest products and serve as an indicator of current industry trends. To qualify for participation in this showcase, the product had to be introduced in the months between the 2003 and 2004 ISH NA shows. Listed below are the manufacturers and new products featured in the showcase:
Plumbing & Piping3M Fire Protection: Fire Barrier Water Tight Sealant 3000 WT
The sealant provides fire stop protection with the new added benefit of preventing water or moisture intrusion. It meets the new UL Water Leakage Test-W Rating Class 1 requirements for system testing in accordance with UL 1479. Circle 200.
Bibow Industries: TankMate
The all-in-one tool acts as a torch, a hose, a flint striker, eye goggles, a flint renewal tool and a valve key organization tool. It is specifically designed for "B" & "MC" acetylene tanks, nitrogen/oxygen/CO2 tanks, MAPP® and propane tanks, and large common commercial oxygen/acetylene cylinders. Circle 201.
Caleffi North America: 5213 series
The combination thermostatic and pressure balanced anti-scald valve is certified to ASSE 1016. Features include: temperature adjustment from 85˚F to 120˚F to prevent accidental scalding, built-in check valves in both inlets to prevent cross flow, and a thermal shut-off to stop the flow of water. Circle 202.
Canterbury Enterprises: Universal Flange & Key
The flange fits either a 1/2-inch or 3/4-inch valve and adjusts up to 3-1/2 inches long. It is available in eight finishes and has a patented heavy-duty construction with dual thread brushing. Circle 203.
American Plumber: W34 - Whole House Water Filter
The Prm-monitored whole house water filter comes with a five-micron sediment cartridge, a three-color monitor to indicate when to change the cartridge, and a filter housing wrench. It has mounting brackets molded into the head for easy installation. It fits standard 3/4-inch NPT piping and can accept 2-1/2- to 3-inch diameter cartridges. Circle 204.
Conbraco Industries, Inc.:
4 N Dual Check Valve
An ASSE/CSA certified backflow preventer provides protection of potable water supply where authorities having jurisdiction approve the same. Circle 205.
77C - AO Pro-Press Ball Valve
The Apollo 773 full port domestic ball valve has factory-brazed 2-inch copper tube ends and is for use in the Viega ProPress system. It features factory-installed ends that aluminate field soldering. The valve is factory tested for leak-free assurance. Circle 206.
82-200-F1 Medical Gas Ball Valve Purge Port
The three-piece medical gas valve with brazed extensions and purge port is factory cleaned. Purge ports for cleaning or gauge installation are available on one or both sides. Circle 207.
Dawn Industries:
Kwik Repair One-piece
PVC Repair Fitting
The one-piece PVC repair fitting with permanent solvent weld seal is available as a coupler, tee or elbow. Its sleeves slide and glue onto the pipe. There are no O-rings to fail. Circle 208.
Kwik Repair Plastic Pipe Cutters
The plastic pipe cutters use roller blades to cut pipe. The cutters will not fracture the pipe and bevel the pipe edge for faster installation. They don't produce system-contaminating shavings.Circle 209.
Discover Trading Company Inc.: "Lead-Free" Brass Ball Valve
The ball valve with less than 0.10% lead complies with California's Proposition 65 and the Lead-Free Drinking Water Act of 2004 for lead content. Its low-cost forged brass is less expensive than low-lead cast bronze, the company says. Circle 210.
Eemax Inc.: Tankless Water Heater Model EX 280 T2T
The thermostatically controlled electric tankless water heater for residential applications is 99+ % energy efficient. It offers an instant unlimited hot water supply at the point of use. Circle 211.
Heater Stone
Eemax has partnered with Climastar, the Spanish manufacturer of the patented product. Electric heating elements initiate heat, which is retained in the stone and radiates to heat the room. The decorative stone is available in marble, granite or slate finish and mounts on the wall. Four hours of radiant heat from the stone are produced for every one-hour of real electric heat consumed. Circle 212.
Floodmaster Inc.: Speedy Valve
The built-in quarter-turn ball valve solves the problem of a leaky valve without having to change the old valve and without shutting off the water supply. It simplifies jobs for future repairs and is a quick and easy way to replace a faulty shut-off valve. Circle 213.
General Wire Spring Co.: J-2512 Typhoon Trailer Jet
Used for clearing big drain lines with high water flow requirements or remote jobs far from a water source, the trailer jet features 12 gpm / 2500 psi and clears up to 12-inch lines 400 feet away. It has a splash guard to protect the motor and pump from road grit and debris, a 200-gallon tank capacity, engine controls and safety features including electric brakes and a safety strobe light. Circle 214.
Harmsco Filtration Products: Homeland Security Water Filter
The water filter acts as a safeguard by sterilizing any micro-organisms. It also improves the taste and odor of home water. Circle 215.
Heatlink Group: EasyFit Potable Manifold
The potable water distribution manifold requires no toxic solvents, glues or solder to connect. Installers can simply use their hands to create the permanent pressure connection. It uses patented "TwistSeal" connection methods, and a modular assembly is easily modified to each application. Circle 216.
Kozy Kollar Mfg.: Roof Flange
The roof flange seals vent pipe penetrations through the roof without having to climb on the roof. The 2-inch size is new for attic heating systems and no longer requires an increase in pipe size. Circle 217.
Lavelle Industries, Inc.: Gmax OEM Replacement Flapper
The OEM replacement flapper fits TOTO products. It is made from chlorazone material, resists harsh chemicals and toilet tank cleaners and has a five-year replacement warranty. Circle 218.
Liberty Pumps:
LSG Series, Omnivore Grinder
The 2 hp sewage grinder pump uses V-Slice cutter technology, which makes more cuts per revolution. It has a quick disconnect power cord and one-piece cast iron housing. Circle 219.
SumpBox, SBX Series
The complete pre-assembled sump pump system has a removable debris filter tray, a nine-gallon pump cycle, a seated access order, clear disposable construction cover and separate "pocket mounted" switches for easy service. Circle 220.
Little Giant Pump Co.: ES50D and ES33D
The new ES50D and ES33D models are energy-saving, high-performance fully submersible sewage/effluent/high capacity sump pumps. They have a piggyback diaphragm switch designed for the professional plumbing contractor. The ES50D model has a 1/2 HP permanent split capacitor motor, and the ES33D model has a 1/3 HP permanent split capacitor motor, for high starting and running torque and a low amp draw to conserve electrical energy. Circle 221.
M.A.G. Eng. & Mfg. Co.:
Kleer Drain
The chemical-free product uses "Air-Burst" technology to instantly clear all types of residential drains. It eliminates the need for hand plunging and caustic chemicals. Circle 222.
Mainline Backflow Products Inc.: Deco Sewer Clean Out
The cosmetic sewer cleanout for yards fits 3- and 4-inch pipe, eliminates yard box and is easy to install. Circle 223.
Test-Eze ML3T
This test gate is used with the company's Adapt-A-Valve to pressure test plumbing systems. This isolates the sewer system during construction and increases safety at the construction site. It can be reused. Circle 224.
Mill - Rose Co.: Water - Gate
The water shut-off tool allows solder without draining the entire water system. It installs and replaces valves, tees and elbows, and makes waterline repairs. It is pressure-rated to 65 psi and has a temperature range from -20˚F to 225˚F. Circle 225.
Oatey SCS: Sure-Vent Air Admittance Valve
The valves open and close in conjunction with normal DWV system operation, eliminating the need for secondary vent pipes. The valves open under the smallest pressure and offer sealing for reliability. Circle 226.
Omegaflex Inc.: Counter Strike
The patent-pending CSST product is engineered to significantly increase the survivability from lightning-induced damage to fuel gas piping systems. The flexible gas piping design helps to dissipate the lightning over a large area rather than transferring the risk elsewhere. It is available in 3/8-, 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-inch sizes and in reel sizes from 100 to 250 feet. Circle 227.
Powers: Powerstation
The completely assembled water-tempering system is designed to provide safe water throughout commercial and industrial facilities. It features the company's tempering valve with advance thermal actuation technology. An internal by-pass loop allows for fast and easy set-up, and it is mounted on a heavy-duty welded strut. Circle 228.
Prier Products Inc.: C-634 Commercial Freezeless Wall Hydrant
The heavy commercial wall hydrant installs through a 1-3/8-inch hole rather than the 2- x 3-inch opening required by others. A triple seal plunger requires less maintenance, and it has a flow rate of 19 gpm. Circle 229.
RJS Tech, LLC: Plug-N-Stub
The reusable test nipple seals ABS and PVC fitting hubs. A stainless steel "Pinch" ring holds up to 25 psi. It eliminates the need for internal pipe cutters. It can be used to pipe out drain connections on the finish right from the hub. Circle 230.
Samwon Cobra Co.:
Cobra Faucet
The Cobra Faucet (SS-711) attaches onto the sink to control the water level. It works through a ceramic cartridge in the faucet, and it allows the user to wash large volumes. Circle 231.
Sioux Chief Mfg. Co.:
Drop Kick 45 Closet Flange
The closet flange features a corrosion-proof, stainless steel swivel ring and a 3-inch full flow throat. It fits securely in a 4-inch round hole with no need for notching. In situations where the rough-in for the toilet is right above or next to a floor joist, the 45° angle allows the plumber to make the glue connection while minimizing the amount of joist being knocked out. Circle 232
Power Bar
The Universal Slider Bracket expands and telescopes in 14- to 26-inch openings. There are pilot holes along the entire length or bracket to secure the pipe at any center. It is made of galvanized steel and works with the company's Touchdown II clamp to secure up to two inches of pipe. Circle 233.
Full Flush Offset Closet Flange
The Offset Closet Flange has a 3-inch full flow throat, and allows 1-1/2-inch offset in any direction. It has a corrosion-proof, stainless steel swivel ring. It conforms to ASTM D2661 (ABS) and ASTM D2665 (PVC) standards, and has a pending UPC listing. Circle 234.
Sta-Rite Industries:
2 HP Grinder Pump
The rugged cast iron submersible pump has capacities to 42 gpm and heads to 112 feet. It has a 25% reduced amp draw and a superior draw-down capability. It is available in 10, 20, and 30 gpm models and is UL-CSA listed. Circle 235.
S.T.E.P. Plus
The high-head filtered effluent pump has a 25% reduced amp draw with a superior draw-down capability. It is available in 10, 20, and 30 gpm models; has a cool and quiet operation and is UL - CSA listed. Circle 236.
Uponor Wirsbo: D'Mand
The user-activated hot water delivery system uses a structured plumbing layout for fast hot water delivery. This can save thousands of gallons of water and saves energy vs. traditional re-circulation. It offers easy upgrades to any new home. Circle 237.
Watts Water Technology: Industry Standard Series Water Closet Carriers
The carriers feature a compression seal design that eliminates leak problems commonly associated with traditional threaded O-ring seal carriers. Moisture cannot penetrate the seal to trigger mold formation problems. No additional sealants or lubricants are required during installation. Circle 238.
Webstone Co. Inc.:
High Flow 'T' Drain
The high flow "T" drains are available in solder and threaded versions. They fit 1/2-inch through 2-inch pipe sizes, and offer professional-looking installations and fewer leak paths than traditional methods. Circle 239.
Pro-Pal Ball Valves
The uni-body construction of a ball valve with an integral high flow drain is available in threaded, solder and union ends. They are 1/2 to 2 inches and save space in tight quarters. They eliminate leak paths and have a high flow when draining, purging or filling systems. Circle 240.
Kitchen & BathAquanotion Ltd.: Two Flush
The Two Flush gives a choice when using the toilet: a half flush for liquid waste or a full flush for solid waste. This saves water and money, and it is simple to install. Circle 241.
Elkay: Kitchen Faucet
The single-handle, top-mount kitchen faucet is available in chrome, brushed chrome or brushed nickel finish. It uses a ceramic disc cartridge, has a solid brass construction and a pivot and lock folding spout. Circle 242.
Stainless Steel Vessel Sink
The vessel sink is crafted from the finest 18-gauge stainless steel. It can be installed with a variety of countertop options. Circle 243.
Gerber Plumbing Fixtures:
Aqua Saver One-Piece Toilet
The one-piece 1.6 gallon-per-flush gravity toilet uses the Aqua Saver flushing platform with automatic flow control fill valve. It has a glazed trapway and an elongated seat and cover. It uses siphon jet action. The toilet comes in white, bone and biscuit. Circle 244.
Maxwell Pedestal Lavatory
The contemporary style pedestal lavatory comes in standard large and small sizes. It has one common pedestal, a discreet backsplash and a large faucet deck. Circle 245.
Maxwell Elongated Toilet
The two-piece 1.6 qpf gravity fed toilet has a new slim-line tank style. It has a round front, is elongated and has 17-inch high models. It uses the Maxwell flushing platform and has a glazed trapway. The toilet is offered in white, bone and biscuit. Circle 246.
Maxwell Faucets
The complete line of faucets and fittings for the kitchen and bath include kitchen, lavatory and roman tub filler faucets. There are single and two handle faucets, and all are brass with copper waterways. Options include ADA solid and acrylic handles. They use Gerber ceramic disc cartridges. Circle 247.
Oval Self-rimming Drop-in Lavatory
The large self-rimming lavatory with rim detail has a large faucet deck ringed by a stylish backsplash. It has a concealed front overflow. The basin is 23-1/2 inches by 19 inches. It is drilled for single hole and has a 4-inch center set plus 8-inch widespread faucet configuration. It is available in white, bone and biscuit. Circle 248.
Electronic Faucets/ Urinal Flush Valve
This contemporary line of electronic faucets and flush valves for commercial and residential markets conserves water and offers a clean and quiet laminar water flow stream. Remote programming with hardwire or battery options is available. The products feature 100% waterproof circuitry. Circle 249.
Tools & EquipmentBennette Design Group, Inc.: Plumber's Wedge
The ergonomic Plumber's Wedge bridges the toe-kick while providing needed back and head support. It reduces strain on the plumber's body, which helps increase efficiency. It is compact in size and design for easy carry and storage. The wedge is constructed of commercial grade materials for long-term durability. Circle 250.
Oatey SCS - Cherne Industries: Air-Max Pro HV Test Pump
The high volume test pump is designed for inflating test-ball plugs. The large barrel diameter for maximum volume uses fewer strokes per inflation. It has an all-metal thumb lock for durability and a solid wood handle for greater comfort and strength. Circle 251.
Duracable Manufacturing: MiniMax
The sink machine has a 1/4 hp motor, weighs 27 lbs., and has optional 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch drums. It runs at 230 RPM but it can be ordered at 300 RPM. It comes with an optional foot pedal. Circle 252.
RABCO: Universal Roller Skid
The self-adjusting roller skid is used with portable video inspection systems and eliminates the need for a tractor system. Six wheels on three pivoting arms that adjust from a 6- to 12-inch diameter keep the camera centered at all times. It is constructed of durable, lightweight composite nylon and universally fits most cameras up to 2-1/4 inches in diameter. Circle 253.
Saniflo: Sanibest
The system comes with a toilet bowl, a toilet tank and a macerating unit. The system will discharge wastewater from toilets, hand basins, baths, bidets, urinals and clothes washers. It can install a complete bathroom up to 16 feet below the sewer line. Circle 254.
Taracorp: Taramet Sterling Professional Grade Butane Torch
This compact refillable butane torch is capable of brazing and large diameter pipe soldering. It has a universal belt clip and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Circle 255.
Dutch Boy Silver
The free premium lead-free silver is sold in 20- to 50-lb. cases and 1-lb. spools. It has an NSF standard 61 certification and uses the highest silver content available: 0.4%. Each spool is individually numbered and can be traced to its raw materials to ensure the highest possible quality. Circle 256.
Unicell Body Co.:
Unicell Service LL
This service van has convenient and secure storage for small tools as well as large equipment or cargo. Its lower compartments are rugged 14-gauge steel. It has all stainless continuous hinges and adjustable divider shelves. Circle 257.
Tools That Rock: Rock on Top Ladder Tray
The steel tray hooks on the top step of ladders, or it can be used as a carrying tray. It fits most ladders and fits between studs. It can be used for residential or commercial use. Circle 258.
Rock Unroller Tube Uncoiler
The tube uncoiler is for easy installation of PEX tubing in plumbing and heating applications. It is portable, compact and stores within itself. Circle 259.
HydronicsA.O. Smith Water Products Co.: ProMax XL Circulating Loop Heat Exchanger
A compact, circulating loop heat exchanger provides domestic hot water when installed with the company's ProMax SL gas water heater. It is available for installation with ProMax SL (side loop) gas water heaters in standard-vent, direct-vent, power-vent, and power direct-vent designs. Circle 260.
Buderus: GB142 Wall Hung
The GB142 is an ultra-efficient and compact 90-plus wall-mounted condensing heater. It has an input range of 84,000 Btuh to 198,800 Btuh and a whisper-quiet operation. The heater can easily be designed as a multiple-unit system for large residential or commercial applications. Circle 261.
Controlled Energy Corp.: Bosch Boiler
This wall-hung high-efficiency (90-plus%) condensing boiler is compact and has sealed combustion. It has inputs of 180,000 Btu, 100,000 Btu, and 145,000 Btu. It is lightweight and easy to maintain. Circle 262.
Caleffi North America: Boiler Autofil Backflow Combination
The 5730 series is an automatic filling unit consisting of a pressure-reducing valve with compensating seat and a backflow preventer with double checks and atmospheric vent certified to ASSE 1012 and CSA B64.3. Features include: a pressure-setting indicator, a large diaphragm surface area for greater control at lower pressure differences, and a low adhesion coefficient plastic that minimizes the risk of scale deposits on moving parts. Circle 263.
Heatlink Group: EndBend Pipe Grid
This pipe grid works with difficult staple-down hydronic floor heating installations. It eliminates the need for a router and provides a multi-faceted pipe grid for straight run, short radius and long radius bends. It is adaptable to both serpentine and double counterflow pipe configurations. Its low profile of 3/4 inches reduces impact on room height. Circle 264.
Hydrolevel Co.: Safgard 1150 "Mini" Low Water Cut-Off
The 120-volt low water cut-off for gas or oil water boilers has a compact design and installs easily. It features a circuit test button and onboard indicating lights. It meets the new codes for residential boilers. Circle 265.
Insulation Solutions Inc.: Quip Clip
Quip Clips are designed to be used in lieu of zip ties for light-gauge wire mesh and 3/8- to 1/2-inch tubing. They can be installed as quickly as the user can roll out tubing. They are manufactured using solid PVC construction for durability and compatibility with tubing. Circle 266.
Macna / DeDietrich: GT 4-120
The self-contained boiler, burner and control panel has a high fuel efficiency and works with oil or gas. It has plug and play capabilities for all components, reduces installation time by 50% and is aesthetically pleasing. Circle 267.
ProTech Systems: FasNSeal
The adjustable wall-mounted vent kit for instantaneous water heaters and wall hung boilers includes all the components in one package. It has 1-inch clearance for combustibles up to 480˚F. Its telescoping elbow allows vertical and horizontal adjustment. The boiler is made of corrosion-resistant AL29-4C stainless steel. Circle 268.
Taco Inc.: Radiant Mixing Block
The complete injection mixing system is patent-pending. Integral to the unit is a variable speed injection circulator, constant speed system circulator, air elimination, and the electronics to drive it all. Only four pipe connections are required. It has two operation modes: an outdoor reset mode and a setpoint, with or without Delta T, limiting mode. It can handle radiant loads of up to 120,000 Btus. Circle 269.
iSeries Mixing Valve
The mixing valves provide outdoor reset or fixed water temperature control. A microprocessor-based control is built into the valves actuator, providing optimum zone-by-zone temperature control. The 2-way injection or 3-way mixing makes zoning a multiple temperature radiant system easy. It has a high-flow 125 psi-rated ball valve design. Circle 270.
Viessmann Mfg. Co. Inc.: "Vitoflame 100" Oil Burner
The oil burner series for Viessmann Vitola 200 series boilers is clean burning for high efficiency and low emissions. It has fast installation with quick set-up and adjustments and easy service and maintenance. It also features quiet operation. Circle 271.
Webstone Co. Inc.: Primary Loop Manifold Valve
The manifold with integral ball valve allows forced secondary loop flow for purging, flushing or filling of radiant and hot water heating systems. It has fewer leaks paths than traditional methods and a space-saving design. Circle 272.
HVACebm-papst, Inc.: M36084
The backward-curved impeller is made out of sheet aluminum using M36084 EC motor technology. An AC line-operated brushless DC motor has completely integrated drive electronics. The motor control comes with a 0-10 V/PWM or with a RS 485 interface. It is suitable for noise-sensitive applications due to its low motor ripple and vibration. Circle 273.
The blower with EC internal-rotor motor is made of die-cast aluminum housing. Its AC line-operated brushless DC motor has completely integrated drive electronics. The speed is controllable via low voltage PWM signal input to onboard drive electronics. It is sized for modulating boilers rated up to 500K Btuh, and its premix-ready design is compatible with Honeywell VMU gas valve/venturi products. Circle 275.
Milwaukee Valve Co.: HP Series Butterfly
The high performance butterfly valve has a high pressure design intended for industrial and commercial applications. It offers ease of operation and automation, corrosion-resistant material, and a high operating pressure. Circle 274.
Software & Business EfficiencyEstimation Inc.: Logistics
This complete business procedure software for contractors is built on the foundation of the company's estimating program. It increases the speed and accuracy of take-off and can be exported to accounting packages. Circle 276.
Famhost: Internet Caller ID
Record and display all incoming and outgoing call information and view it from any computer with Internet access. Functions include: storing of duration and times recorded for each call, total time for any caller for any date range and totals for both incoming and outgoing calls. Circle 277.
The integrated real-time GPS vehicle tracker and employee time clock shows vehicle location with speed and status color. It operates all the time with a playback function. It also has real-time alerts for speed, arrival and departure. Circle 278.
The wireless digital pen stores data in memory and sends it to either wireless or USB files. It electronically completes forms and work tickets and eliminates duplicate data entry or a laptop in the field. The information is stored in real time. Circle 279.
Perfinex Inc.: Techsoft
The software simplifies invoicing, work order completion and inspections while giving instant access to sales literature, inspection sheets, installation guides, product manuals, wiring diagrams and flat pricing information. It also allows the user to integrate flat pricing information and quality control checklists. Circle 280.
Skytel: Fleethawk
The vehicle tracking system shows locations of vehicles, speed and more. It maps vehicle locations on a secured Web site, where users enter an address to find the closest vehicle. The system is available in vehicle-mounted versions with I/O ports for connecting to vehicle components, or in portable battery-powered versions with no wiring or installation required. Circle 281.
Wrightsoft Corp.: Right-Radiant Plus
The radiant panel design program with snow-melt capabilities automatically lays out and draws radiant loops using industry-standard conventions for spacing, manifold connections and bill of materials. Drawings are tied to automatic calculations of all parameters. The automated loop layout saves drawing time, and the easy-to-use complete radiant panel design software eliminates the need for other programs. The accurate CAD-quality loop design automatically updates. Circle 282. <<


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Hanselminutes Podcast 137 - Microsoft PDC and Windows 7 Reaction Show with Richard Campbell
My one-hundred-and-thirty-seventh podcast is up.
Well, actually a few weeks ago, but I totally forgot to update my website with the details. You'd think somewhere around 100 shows I'd had automated this somehow. Hm. If I only I know a programmer and the data was available in some kind of universal structure syndication format…;)
Scott catches up with Richard Campbell at DevConnections in Las Vegas and they chat about the announcements at the 2008 Microsoft PDC and how/if the new stuff will affect our lives.
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Colorado Avalanche Should Not Be Active at Trade Deadline
The NHL Trade Deadline, and the weeks surrounding it, have always been famous for teams wheeling and dealing. Teams want to add the final pieces that will give them a push in the playoffs, or set themselves up favorably for the upcoming offseason.
The Colorado Avalanche, however, find themselves in the awkward "in-between" spot. They are neither a serious competitor for the Stanley Cup, nor are they a team that needs to blow up the roster and stockpile as many draft picks as possible. In this position, the Colorado Avalanche should do very little at the NHL Trade Deadline.
Why Not Find A Rental?
The Colorado Avalanche used to be famous for trade deadline deals for the rental player. In recent years, the trade deadline has been far less active for the Avalanche, with the exception of the blockbuster that brought Erik Johnson to Colorado. The function of the rental player is generally reserved for teams that feel like they can make a push for the Stanley Cup. They are the player that addresses that one final need and solidifies the lineup. It may not be fun to say this, but if we're being realistic about the Avalanche, they are not at a point where they are Stanley Cup contenders. They are contenders to earn a playoff spot and maybe push a team in a series, but not to make a run at the Stanley Cup.
The other part of the rental player that makes this route a bit riskier is the cost of obtaining them. As players that can genuinely make a difference for a team, something of value must be given up. Since teams genuinely have most of the lineup they want in place, giving up promising young prospects and draft picks. The Avalanche are a team that is still building for the future and some of their most valuable pieces are their young prospects and draft picks. They aren't yet at the point where they can afford to go without a first round pick, as they so often did in the late 90s.
Why Stand Pat?
The Avalanche have made a lot of change in their roster over the past three seasons. As I mentioned in December, the Avalanche need to think long term now and less on making so many changes. Just from last season to this season, the Avalanche turned over 1/3 of their roster. Over the past few months we have seen a marked improvement from the team that struggled so much at the beginning of the season. By letting the team stay together as much as possible, despite all the rumors of trades that came up, allowed them to find their way. There is still room for growth with this team, especially as some of the younger prospects, like Mikko Rantanen, come up through the system and the only way they will grow is if they are allowed to stay together.
Can Any Moves Be Made?
There are still some moves that the Avalanche could consider, but they wouldn't yield much in return. At this point, it would be good for the Avalanche to identify a couple of players that likely won't be a part of their future and cut ties. The two players that would make the most sense on this front are Alex Tanguay and Jarome Iginla. Since Jarome Iginla has a no-movement clause, that pretty much rules him out. Alex Tanguay likely won't return much, especially with his less than stellar performance this season, but any type of return for him would be positive simply by not losing him for nothing. Anytime you can get something for somebody you know you would ultimately lose/let go for nothing, it's a win.
Outside of this, however, the Colorado Avalanche should be very cautious with the upcoming trade deadline. The temptation will be there to try and spend but, the Avalanche should not make a splash during this season's trade deadline.
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Senior leaders love to be challenged, when you prove them right!
Unfair? Yes. There are plenty of great leaders who truly want their staff to speak up. However, even some of these may suffer from measurement blindness.
When it comes to numbers and decision making there are three positions people take.
These people believe measurement enhances decisions. They will ask for measurement and readily listen to the numbers being presented, they will look to see if there are any abnormalities and when satisfied, they will trust the numbers.
These are the people that like the numbers when it suits them and not so when they don't. They will accept data that affirms their position, and they will reject data that goes against their conclusions.
These are the gut feel decision makers. The ones that follow the mantra that there are three types of lies: "Lies, damned lies and statistics". They simply don't believe what comes from a "black box".
When nudging the CFO, presumably they are believers in measurement. When nudging other executives, it is important to understand if they are a believer, a swinger or a gambler.
For believers your mantra should be "If you can observe it, I can measure it, but I'll closely consider the cost of measurement along the way."
For swingers and gamblers, your mantra should be "I can give you some further insight to help you with this decision." That is, don't talk data and measurement, talk insights. The marketing insights teams worked that one out many years ago.
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American prevarication in the Afrin conflict has led to a crisis in Syria. The United States now risks the worst of both worlds, as it tries to balance its policy in Syria between support for its anti-ISIS partners in eastern Syria and its longtime Turkish ally. In attempts to hedge between the two, policymakers have given mixed signals to both. This has resulted in the mostly Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) losing confidence in the United States, and in encouraging Ankara's openly hostile remarks against U.S. policy and interests. As Washington's policy weakens and seems uncertain, Russia and the regime in Damascus have gotten exactly what they wanted. Turkey, Syria and Russia saw the conflict in Afrin as a symbol, and each has closely watched for Washington's next move as the Turkish offensive has unfolded since January 20. Now, as the conflict appears to wind down, the United States needs to shore up its allies and partners.
Turkey began planning its operation against the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG) in Afrin months ago, in 2017. Afrin is a mountainous region located in northwestern Syria and is mostly populated by Kurds. It was at peace over the years of Syrian conflict, but Turkey claimed that Kurdish forces partnered with the United States wanted to link up with Afrin from eastern Syria. From Manbij, which the SDF controls, Afrin is only eighty miles to the west. The YPG is part of the SDF, but Turkey sees the YPG as connected to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), which it views as terrorists. "We will not leave the separatist organization in peace in both Iraq and Syria," Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said in August 2017. He said Turkey would "drain the swamp." As Turkish armored columns and artillery were positioned near Afrin in January, Ankara watched Washington's moves carefully. On January 17, three days before the operation, Turkish media highlighted that the U.S.-led coalition had said Afrin was not part of the coalition's operational area. Turkey's Chief of Staff Hulusi Akar and National Intelligence Organization head Hakan Fidan flew to Moscow the same day to meet the Russian defense minister, Sergei Shoigu.
Turkey closely coordinated its Afrin operation with Moscow because it wanted to assure that Syrian air defense would not be operational. Through all this the United States was silent, even as leaders in the Kurdish YPG reached out to their American contacts, according to sources I spoke with. Four days after the offensive began, U.S. president Donald Trump spoke with Erdoğan. Trump urged Turkey to "deescalate" and "limit" its operations. He also warned of any actions that "might risk conflict between Turkish and American forces." These were tough words for what the United States affirms is a NATO ally. But Washington has sought to play a "good-cop, bad-cop" routine with Ankara. National Security Advisor H. R. McMaster spoke to Ibrahim Kalin, Erdoğan's spokesman, two days after the Trump call, on January 26. Turkey claimed that "it was emphasized that Turkey's legitimate security concerns must be paid attention to. It was agreed that close coordination would be carried out in order to avoid misunderstandings."
Since January, the United States has abdicated responsibility in Afrin. After voicing initial concerns, Washington has done nothing publicly to restrain Ankara. On March 11, Turkish forces were within a mile of the city of Afrin. Kurds warn of a humanitarian disaster. There is silence, meanwhile, in Moscow and Damascus about the crisis. Damascus has used the last months to increase its attacks on eastern Ghouta near Damascus and consolidate gains near Idlib. Because Turkey has been using Syrian rebel forces against the Kurds in Afrin, Damascus has rightly read that the Syrian rebels are now distracted. It has exploited U.S. confusion over the Afrin crisis to its benefit.
Russia has also exploited the Afrin crisis to grow closer to Ankara. Russia's TASS news agency reports daily on Turkish-Russia cooperation. On March 11, Agriculture Minister Alexander Tkachev boasted of exports to Turkey, saying that mutual trade last year had grown to $2.8 billion. Russia is also finalizing its S-400 deal with Turkey, which it says it will implement in 2020. Turkey has also dismissed NATO concerns about this deal and the growing Moscow-Ankara détente. Berat Çonkar, a parliamentarian from Erdoğan's AKP party, was quoted in Russian media as saying the current situation is not at "variance" with NATO's security policy. NATO has quietly supported Turkey's Afrin operation under the notion that Turkey has a right to defend its security. But Erdoğan has been harshly critical of NATO. On March 10, he asked "where are you?" citing Turkish claims that NATO was not lending enough support. It is one of many recent comments he has made attacking the West, the United States and Turkish allies.
It appears that Turkey will take most of Afrin, and that the Syrian regime has decided not to draw a red line. The United Nations has been relatively silent. The United States officially supports a cease-fire, but it knows it cannot enforce one. Kurds in Syria now are marked by a feeling of betrayal. They have taken to Twitter to accuse both the United States and Russia of selling them out after years fighting against ISIS. "We were fighting ISIS to protect not just Kurdish people, but people all over the world . . . now in Jandaris City, [they] have to hide and living underground from Turkish jets," a freelance reporter named Gabriel Chaim reported. Jandaris fell to the Turkish army several days later.
The United States risks a rift with its SDF partners now over Afrin. The SDF sent fighters to bolster Kurdish defenses in Afrin. Washington also paused some operations against ISIS in eastern Syria. The U.S. government has stressed since January that Afrin would distract from the war on ISIS, and that it would not help regional stability. However, Turkey has not heeded Washington's warnings.
It now appears that Washington has lost influence in Ankara, because Turkey knows the United States is not serious about putting the brakes on what is happening in Afrin. This could lead to further Turkish clashes with U.S.-backed forces in Manbij. The Afrin operation has also driven the Kurds closer to the Syrian regime. They have needed Syrian regime territory to transfer support to Afrin, and some pro-regime fighters came to Afrin to support them. Russia saw Afrin as an opportunity to also weaken confidence in the United States, which it sees as a potential way to curry favor for the regime in the east. In early February, pro-regime units clashed with U.S. and SDF forces near Deir al-Zour. Russian military contractors were reported killed. The regime's attempt to grab oil fields near Deir al-Zour and test the United States should be seen in the context of Afrin. It also thinks the United States is distracted.
The United States now faces a crisis of confidence in Syria. Its policy, which seemed to be going well in the fall of 2017 as anti-ISIS operations moved to stabilization, is now compromised. Plans to increase diplomatic personnel and increase aid, to remove IEDs and train security forces, are now unclear. Turkey, Russia, the Syrian regime and Iran all want Washington to close up shop in Syria.
The Afrin operation was likely a test run for what comes next. The only support the United States seems to have now in eastern Syria is Saudi Arabia, whose Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently condemned Turkey in light of Ankara's support for Qatar. But Riyadh's support is not enough to restore confidence in U.S. policy in eastern Syria. Washington needs to step up to work with its partners who fought ISIS for years at its side.
Seth J. Frantzman is a Jerusalem-based journalist who holds a PhD from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is a research associate at the Rubin Center for Research in International Affairs at the Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya.
Image: Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army fighters are seen in Maryamayn in eastern Afrin, Syria March 11, 2018. REUTERS/Khalil Ashawi


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Rick Santorum was recently lambasted for using the other S-word, "Satan." Some of your readers seem to have a misunderstanding about who and what "Satan" really is, and I wanted to clear things up for them. Satan is not some wicked dude who sits with his pitchfork in some other fiery dimension; in actuality, Satan is here in our midst.
Satan was at work in Luis, the 13-year-old boy who murdered a 15-year-old boy in front of Border's (for the simple fact that Luis's victim lived on the other side of State street).
Satan was also at work in George Bush, who decided that the best way to respond to 9/11 was by sending lots of bombs and weapons to the other side of the world.
So you see, Satan has been working hard, from the highest places to the lowest places in America.
When Christians speak of "evil" and "Satan," what they are really referring to is simply unhealthiness and death. (That is why we say "live" is evil spelled backwards.)
With over 50% of Americans being born out of wedlock, and the fact that a great many of those children are born into a lifetime of poverty, is it really so ludicrous for someone to suggest that abstinence might be a better option for high schoolers?
Nope, keep the condoms coming! America is Sodom and Gomorrah, and the Iranians would like to blow us up. Good times!!!


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Addressıng of Invasıve Alıen Specıes Threats ın Terrestrıal Areas and Inland Waters ın Turkey
As the pace of globalization has accelerated and transportation has become easier in recent years, the movements and mobility of human beings, plants and animals gained momentum. Thus, accidental or deliberate transportation of alien species have also become easier and increasingly widespread.
Today, invasive alien species are one of the largest threats to global biodiversity in addition to economic, social and environmental problems they create in both aquatic and terrestrial environments. These species cause damage of more than $1.4 trillion a year to the world economy, which corresponds to 5% of the global economy. They cost Europe €12 billion Euro a year and this amount continuously increases.
In several countries, hundreds of species including aquatic-terrestrial plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, microorganisms, amphibians and fish species are defined as "alien, exotic or invasive species". Invasive alien species refer to species which are introduced accidentally or deliberately into an ecosystem where they are not normally found and dominate the ecosystem by affecting biodiversity directly or indirectly, within a specific period of time.
The Convention on Biological Biodiversity defines invasive species as alien species which threaten ecosystems, habitats or other species by causing economic or environmental damages via its establishment and invasion. Invasive species cause several problems in five continents. In Europe, there are over 12,000 alien species, 15% of which are invasive. It is found that almost 21% of alien species identified in European inland waters can be attributed to the aquarium fish species. In Europe, alien specifies cost almost 12,5 billion Euros including expenditures made for keeping invasive species under control, conducting researches on this issue, combating and monitoring these species in addition to their damage to agriculture, fishery, forestry and human health.
Turkey is home to 14 of the worst alien species, which are listed in the 100 of the World's Worst Invasive Alien Species, published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
14 of the worst alien species found in Turkey are as follows : Eastern American mosquito fish (Gambusia holbrooki), Warty Comb Jelly or Sea Walnut (Mnemiopsis leidyi), Veined Rapa Whelk (Rapana venosa), The Prussian carp or silver Prussian Carp (Carassius gibelio), Zebra Mussel (Dreissena polymorpha), Water Hyacinth (Eichornia crassipes), Killer Algae (Caulerpa taxifolia), Rainbow Trout (Oncorhyncihus mykiss), The Crucian Carp (Carassius Carassius), Mozambique tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus), Nutria (Myocastor coypus), Red-eared Slider (Trachemysscripta elegans), Ship Rat (Rattus Rattus) and African Sharptooth Catfish (Clarias gariepinus).
The opening of Suez Canal, effects of climate change and lack of biodiversity in the recipient environment have facilitated the establishment of new species. Alien plant and animal species have rapidly spread in the Mediterranean causing experts to have concerns about their growth pace. If these species continue to grow in such pace, the number of alien aquatic plant species may exceed the number of local species found in the Mediterranean Sea in future. It is inevitable that commercial fishery will also face some challenges and damages since the Mediterranean species will disappear due to global warming, they will be replaced with the Red Sea species and the Black Sea will also become more like the Mediterranean Sea. Thus, fish stocks will be damaged even further. 790 new fish species arrived at the Mediterranean Sea after the opening of Suez Canal. The number of invasive alien species in the Eastern Mediterranean has reached 450.
While the issue of invasive alien species has been heavily debated in the last decades, climate change has also rapidly increased the spread of these species. While almost 350 fish species are found in our inland waters, 25 new fish species are introduced to our inland waters. The number of fresh water fish species under threat is 49.
Since it is very difficult and costly to remove or eliminate these species from our inland waters once they are introduced, it is of great importance to be more careful in the process of fish releasing. Turkey's inland waters are under threat due to fish species released uncontrollably. In Turkey, several lakes and rivers are under invasion of the alien species including mosquito fish, zander, the Prussian carp, silver Prussian carp, pumpkinseed, sunfish, stone moroko and zebra mussel, which are not native to the fauna of Turkey. These species, which invade fresh waters, feed on organisms and living creatures in the environment and compete with the native species for food while they drive many endemic and native species extinct by infecting the environment with diseases and parasites they carry. They also eat fish eggs and fish larvae and pose a great threat to biodiversity.
The species that are moved from their natural habitat to a new habitat are defined as "alien species". Exotic, Moved, Foreign, Invasive, Invasive, Naturalized (introduced, invasive, nonindigenous, non-native, Lessepsian, alien, nuisance, exotic, harmful, etc.) are all used to characterize invasive species.
These species enter our country due to unintentional reasons such as trade, travel and transportation or deliberate ways for fisheries, aquaculture, production, trade and aquarium.
Not every alien species are invasive.
Alien species have the potential to harm the environment, other species, the economy or human health. According to the definition in the Biodiversity Convention; it is an alien species that threatens ecosystems, habitats or species by causing economic or environmental damage with its settlement and invasion.
If it successfully settles and spreads into the new habitat, it is identified as invasive species.
If it changes marine ecosystems and threatens native species,
If it harms human health and the economy.
The invasion phase consists of 3 stages;