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A new re-issue of the classic Dylan biography as he nears his 80th birthday.
Never judge a book by its cover – but in this case that is going to be the first thing that becomes apparent to the reader. This re-issued version of Robert Shelton's classic insight into what makes Dylan tick has one obvious difference to previous editions: it's big. An oversized hardback, weighing in at almost 3 and a half pounds, it's a book that is certainly not hiding its light under a bushel. This edition has been edited by Elizabeth Thomson, a friend of Shelton's for the last 15 years of his life, and who was also responsible for the 2011 re-issue of No Direction Home. That edition restored much of Shelton's text, as well as reshaping and updating the book to be in line with Shelton's original concept of the volume. This current edition is based on that fuller text, but is an abridged version – leaving out much of the background material of Dylan as a Student and also the scene-setting of the cultural background of Woodstock as well as side-tracks taking in Dylan's contemporaries. Also left out are Shelton's album by album commentaries and his arguments for Dylan to be seen not just as a singer of astonishing songs but also as a poet. As Thomson points out, the awarding of the Nobel prize has pretty much put that argument to bed. For those that want all that additional material – well, there is still the 2011 edition. So, that's what's gone – what's new?
Simply put this is a lavishly illustrated book, across the 304 pages there's a picture on pretty much every other page. Early pictures of Dylan can be painfully revealing – a number of people have described their first impressions of Dylan that he was a scrawny kid, and there is here a photo of Dylan diving into a hotel pool at the Newport Folk Festival in 1963 which really brings that one home: it's beyond skinny and heading for undernourished. There are also reproductions of ephemera such as early handbills for his concerts and hand-drawn posters. These alone are enough to show Dylan moving from the new kid on the Greenwich Village streets to entering into an exalted milieu: here's Dylan opening for John Lee Hooker, and here's Dylan supporting the rather less well recalled Greenbriar Boys at a gig that would get a fine review from the New York Times' folk music critic, Robert Shelton. And this is, in part, why Shelton's book is such an essential read amongst the crowded market of Dylan biographies and analyses: Shelton was unarguably right there, when Dylan first came to any attention – he was there as a reviewer, he was there as a friend, and would continue to be over the period that the book covers through into the late 1970s. Robert Shelton is also, unarguably, on Dylan's side as he tried to explain the biography of the man and, as Shelton sees it, the importance of the poetic work that he has produced.
In a matter of fifteen years Dylan would go from the folk singing darling of the left, the natural heir apparent to Woody and Pete, through the most revolutionary approach to rock and roll to the hard to credit it really happened magic of the Rolling Thunder Revue. And a lot more besides, and Shelton was periodically right there alongside him – given access to Dylan's family when the early mythologising stories unravelled, talking to Baez about the hurt of being musically snubbed when Dylan's fame eclipsed hers, talking to Jack Elliot about Dylan's success, chatting with the press pack of Mr Jonses struggling to get what was going on. And, most importantly, talking to Dylan as he came to terms with fame and found it to be not all to his liking. There's something remarkable in the reported conversations with the originally supposed shy, but already ambitious, ragamuffin of the Greenwich Village scene and the evolution through being the touchstone singer with whom The Beatles wanted to hang to the somewhat bittered by life divorced family-man that the book closes with. Yes – Dylan is contradictory, he'll say one thing and a different, perhaps an opposite, thing a few days later. He's restless, and this is perfectly captured. He'll say he's moved beyond folk – but he'll seek out the likes of Martin Carthy when he is in England. He'll make the claim that his art is not all about money making, but he'll prickle when he's queried over his liking for fine hotels like The Savoy. In one particularly extended interview Dylan declares that he'll explain his songs, but when it comes to it he doesn't want to dissect them – that wasn't what he meant by explain – instead he'd rather expound on his complex relationship with Baez and the nature of the universe as experienced by man, and the place of sex within that experience. Contradictory, deflecting and elusive, and unwilling to explain – it is the Dylan of myth and for the majority of Dylan's listeners it is this book – and Pennebaker's film of course – which cements Dylan into that myth.
The space such a physically large book offers to include a stunning array of photographs around which the text is wrapped also allows the layout to include large font quotes taken from a relevant interview that entice the reader who is just flicking through to stop and read a section in detail. This isn't an easy book to read – it's so darn large that holding it for any length of time is a strain – but it is a book that entices the reader in, and for longer than they'd planned. The 2011 expanded version of 'No Direction Home' was a must have read for Dylan's 70th birthday, and Elizabeth Thomson's lavish coffee-table version is equally so for his 80th. As a Dylan primer, it's in a class of its own.


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New Year's greeting 2021/22
"In the respirators that once protected against the plague, we say goodbye to all we love at the end of Europe's longest peace."
New Year's greeting 2020
The more age and the world with their incessant greater and smaller tidal waves bear down on our threesome, the closer we press our noses together!!
New Year's greeting 2019
When Mr Kozlík took the photo of us for Reportér magazine, Barbar wasn't there. When we inserted him later, messages of condolence poured in. The good news: he's alive and well!
New Year's greeting 2018
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia, the 50th of the fateful year of 1968, and 25 years since the founding of the Czech and Slovak Republics is surely an excuse for nostalgia!
New Year's greeting 2017
Jelena's fall downstairs meant that instead of us two with Barbar the original photo was of the core family and their partners...
New Year's greeting 2016
2016: Pavel Rychetský, President of the Constitutional Court, unscrewed a souvenir of the old days from the walls of the court building and, as a frequent visitor in dissident times, brought it to hallow the house in Sázava.
New Year's greeting 2015
At last we're beginning to make more use of our dear little "pocket mansion" in Sazava on the Sazava, which has been our fixed point for the last fifty-seven years.
New Year's greeting 2014
"We've contented ourselves with Vienna and the 350 square feet of the bachelor flat for long enough, and Barbar reckons it's time to settle for good in our native land."
New Year's greeting 2013
»We can't go on performing bigamy with two cities for ever, so until we cast anchor for good in Prague we'll stick to Vienna.«
New Year's greeting 2012
»Prague is a more beautiful Vienna, Vienna a more efficient Prague.
Why sacrifice the one for the other? Years and miles later back with smiles in Vienna.«
New Year's greeting 2011
»In the bath where Richy wagged his tail a new civilization and life has begun. The newcomer is called Barbar, but deserves the title 'The Gentle'.«
New Year's greeting 2010
»The final hour in the apartment at No 1 Kohlmarkt, where Richy managed to die. The empty collar calls for a successor.«
New Year's greeting 2009
»The northward view has been abandoned. After thirty years the two of them move to the nearby bachelor flat, which makes up for it with its southward view.«
New Year's greeting 2008
»It's been decided: Prague will be the main residence, Vienna will stay for tax purposes. The three of them will have to give up one of the views.«
New Year's greeting 2007
»For the honorary doctorate in Almaty the papers proving when the recipient met the dissidents didn't arrive in time. So his robes will be used as a dressing gown.«
New Year's greeting 2006
»All those medals don't come from the Castle but from the prop department of the theatre. There's a 360 degree view in Prague too.«
New Year's greeting 2005
»Life reveals its better sides and is worth celebrating. But decision time is approaching: will the main base be Prague or Vienna?«
New Year's greeting 2004
»The photo is meant to suggest relaxation after activity has ceased. The man pretends to be knitting a jumper, the woman to be sitting around. Richy takes advantage of the situation.«
New Year's greeting 2003
»After five years the curtain has risen on a new domestic scene, to which one goes to work in the public lift from the apartment below.«
New Year's greeting 2002
»The project has been completed, the investors owe their last shirt to the bank, but the removals van has delivered the archive and library from Vienna.«
New Year's greeting 2001
»The construction work that got off to a flying start is halted in traditional style by crises and new building firms going bust. Luckily hope springs eternal!«
New Year's greeting 2000
»The tenants demonstrate their determination to construct the new living space, if needs be by DIY. Someone has given up waiting for the bribe, the green light is given.«
New Year's greeting 1999
»After a year without the requisite stamps the three of them try to use the studio, at least on a temporary basis. The suspicion arises that someone is waiting for a backhander.«
New Year's greeting 1998
»Room has been found in the attic of the Prague building and building permission granted by the council, with the bonus of twenty years' free use.«
New Year's greeting 1997
»And life is bursting out again at the seams of both apartments. More room is needed for the steadily growing archive.«
New Year's greeting 1996
»And journeys again as in the old days, with the whole world newly opened, but the main route in life is still Vienna to Prague and back.«
New Year's greeting 1995
»And now there he is, unaware what lucky fate chose his master. The current Richard III adaptation has given this third one the name Richy.«
New Year's greeting 1994
»Neither of them could stand mock-Gothic. Now they live in it — and with what pleasure. Just no sign of a rare wire-haired dachshund.«
New Year's greeting 1993
»The apartment is nice enough, but sad. Another trusty friend has gone to the happy hunting grounds. Abandoned bowls plead mutely for a new one.«
New Year's greeting 1992
»As the returnees had been exiled by the regime the council had to offer them an apartment, even one in a somewhat unsatisfactory condition.«
New Year's greeting 1991
»Still without a Prague apartment, but whenever they like in front of the famous 'postage stamp' of the city where they were both born.«
New Year's greeting 1990
»Thus spake Neruda: "Time rent the curtain and changed the world"! The bridge is to open next year for the citizens of both countries.«
New Year's greeting 1989
»The bridge behind the two of them has had no roadway for forty years, to stop the evil Austrians launching a surprise attack on the nice Czechs. Áda had been lured away by a bitch.«
New Year's greeting 1988
»Bottles collected in Champagne waiting for 20 July to explode in celebration of 60 years of one life.«
Neujahrswünsche 1987
»The three of them are waiting in their favourite 'Heurige' vineyard with containers for the next wine, unaware that it'll be drunk in a different Europe.«
New Year's greeting 1986
»A second broken leg did not lessen the appetite for sporting activities, but severely restricted the appropriate terrain.«
New Year's greeting 1985
»The year of book launches and first nights all over the world. But a year of disappointment, too, with the behaviour of many Western colleagues.«
New Year's greeting 1984
»Viribus unitis – with combined forces: emigré daughter Kateřina with her son Lukáš, son Ondřej with his wife Eva and son Mikuláš.«
New Year's greeting 1983
»All that was missing was a wire-haired dachshund. Eleven years later, out of the exiled son's gramophone crawled another man of the world – Áda.«
New Year's greeting 1982
»Alterations to the rented flat cost an arm and a leg, but made a comforting place to live. From the roof there's a view right across Vienna.«
New Year's greeting 1981
»Lucky stars quickly provided a nice home in Vienna. However, it will be sparsely furnished for a few years yet.«
New Year's greeting 1980
»Returning home, the couple were forced into exile. They spend their first Christmas in the city where the Austro-Hungarian monarchy exiled the dissident Havlíček.«
New Year's greeting 1979
»Instead of the master the cowards killed the splendid dog. Only an artificial bone in the Vienna Burgtheater is left as a reminder of him…«
New Year's greeting 1978
»The Empire strikes back. The flat opposite Prague Castle confiscated, the three of them move to Sázava, while the state ships the furniture into storage.«
New Year's greeting 1977
»Peaceful coexistence in the mini-tub: budgie Valtrr on Eda`s head. The media publish this card under the headline: Charta signatories enjoy the good life.«
New Year's greeting 1976
»Beneath our own windows and the President's, in a hidden corner where the guards can't see, Eda presents his son Janeček, soon to be killed by a train...«
New Year's greeting 1975
»Offers of work come from abroad. Zed would like to go, while he is trying to work at home without losing self-respect. It`s all the same to Eda.«
New Year's greeting 1974
»The waters of chicanery continue to rise, but Eda wins the title of 'Breeding dog of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic - Elite Record!'«
New Year's greeting 1973
»With passports long confiscated, the world has shrunk to a single country, which the three of them busily cross in their little Fiat, at last getting to know their homeland.«
New Year's greeting 1972
»Polar night begins for the outcasts. To warm them they've got a new member of the family too, wire-haired dachshund Edison Venor, or Eda to his friends.«

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Our Mission
The Trinity University Student Ambassadors (TUSA) serve as representatives of the Trinity student body to Trinity alumni, donors, and the University community. During their time as Student Ambassadors students develop skills in teamwork, leadership, social relations, and event management. Working closely with the Alumni Relations and Development offices, the Ambassadors aim to boost student engagement by establishing and maintaining memorable traditions, raise campus awareness about the importance of giving, and link current and past Trinity students in order to share experiences, open opportunities, and promote a lifetime commitment to philanthropy.
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Member Expectations Include:
- Attend scheduled weekly meetings and participate in generating ideas
- Accumulate at least 12 hours of event participation hours each semester
- Attend semester retreats
- Actively participate in the coordination and execution of events
- Display professionalism and pride in Trinity as a member of the Student Ambassadors and while interacting with prospective and current students, visitors, faculty, staff, and alumni.
- Be enthusiastic about Trinity and interact openly with others
- Act as stewards of the Trinity University mission and philanthropic efforts
Perks of Membership
- Leadership and professional development
- Exclusive opportunities to meet and interact with alumni and distinguished guests
- Event planning experience
- Representing your peers to members of the Trinity community
- Opportunity to serve as representatives of the student community to Alumni, University administration, and prospective and current students
For more information contact our Executive Team:
Interested in becoming a Student Ambassador? Students are welcome to apply during recruitment in the spring semester. During that time applicants must submit a completed application, be in good academic standing, have a 2.5 cumulative GPA, and attend an interview with members of our executive team.
What We Do
Student Ambassadors partner with Alumni Relations and Development to make a variety of events a success like the President's Dinner, Making Connections, Policy Maker Breakfast, the Distinguished Lecture Series and Alumni Weekend. We also program and host our own events, like Future Alumni Week, Tuition Stop Day, Ring Ceremony, and more.
All our programming efforts fall into four main pillars:
Giving back looks different for us all. TUSA aims to educate students about the importance of giving to and through Trinity University. Though philanthropic based events like Tuition Stop Day we encourage students to understand the value of supporting Trinity.
Traditions help create lasting memories at Trinity and TUSA is dedicated to not only contribute and uphold those traditions, but create new ones that are reflective of the student body. TUSA members develop and honor traditions that reinforce the Trinity values of discovery, excellence, impact, the individual, and our collective community.
Now, more than ever TUSA is committed to model to the rest of the student body what it means to take charge of our education and the network we form while at Trinity. Through virtual and in-person events, TUSA members engage with the student community, alumni, parents and friends to create a lasting and vibrant Tiger network.
Service is paramount to paying it forward. Whether students can contribute time, resources, or wisdom service to the community and to each other is a prominent and large part of being a student ambassador.
Future Alumni Week
Each November, Student Ambassadors hold Thank A Giver (T.A.G.) Week to educate their fellow students about how alumni, parent, and friend donor help make a difference at Trinity. During T.A.G. Week, tags are hung all over campus indicating that a donor helped make these things possible with their gift to Trinity.
The Great Pumpkin Party
The annual Great Pumpkin Party event hosted by Trinity University Student Ambassadors invites students to decorate pumpkins while making connections with Trinity alumni!
Sophomore Ice Cream Social
The Sophomore Ice Cream social hosted by the Trinity University Student Ambassadors invites sophomores to meet alumni in a casual atmosphere and celebrate the halfway mark at Trinity University.
Alumni Weekend
Each October, close to a thousand Trinity alumni return to campus for a weekend to catch up with their classmates and Trinity. The Ambassadors have the opportunity to visit with alumni at all of the reunions and other events that take place during the weekend.
The Distinguished Lecture Series
Through Trinity's Distinguished Lecture Series, students and the San Antonio community have the opportunity to attend free lectures by influential individuals of diverse backgrounds and opinions.
Senior Week
After four years as Trinity students, our seniors love to kick back, relax, and enjoy their final weeks in style. The Ambassadors host several events for them, including the Casino Tower Party and the Last Great Reception.
Ring Ceremony
The Trinity Class Ring captures the proud achievement of graduating from Trinity and being linked forever to our great institution. The Ring Ceremony is held in the Chapel during Spring Family Weekend. This is a memorable event at which your family and friends can witness you receiving your ring. Your ring will sleep in the Tower the night before the ceremony.
Policy Maker Breakfast
The Policy Maker Breakfast program is a series of breakfast seminars available to Trinity's Business Affiliate and University communities. The series hosts eminent policy makers from the fields of journalism, politics, and business. Past speakers include Christiane Amanpour, Scott McClellan, Tom Ridge, and former Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo.
The President's Dinner
At the annual President's Dinner, members help represent the current Trinity student body to supporters of the University.


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June is nearly through, so of course we now have the list of July's Games with Gold, courtesy of Major Nelson. There's a few different titles, with family games, indies and a third-person shooter, so everybody should be able to find something they'll like.
Here are July's Games with Gold:
Xbox One
- Grow Up – Normally $9.99 ERP
- – Free for the month of July
- Runbow – Normally $14.99 ERP
- – Free from June 16th to August 15th
Xbox 360
- Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Normally $14.99 ERP
- – Free from July 1st to July 15th
- LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game – Normally $19.99 ERP
- – Free from July 16th to July 30th
Also, keep in mind, the free games on Xbox 360 are also available on Xbox One via backwards compatibility. Don't forget to download June's games before the month is over.
For those who opt to install all games during July, that's a total of $59.96 worth of free games.


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Tomato problems are the some of the most common gardening questions I get in the summer. Many people want to know how to get the juiciest, reddest tomatoes possible from their garden. However, getting them isn't always the easiest thing.
Gardeners are either battling with squirrels, insects or some type of disease. Here are three of the most common problems and how to fix them so you can harvest those ripe, juicy tomatoes for yourself.
Problem #1: The tops of the tomatoes have brown split marks.
This is common with a lot of wet weather. The split marks are completely harmless and are caused by uneven watering. This is hard to control when there has been a lot of rainfall. You can still eat these tomatoes; just cut off the tops with the brown splits.
Problem #2: The bottom of my tomato turned black.
This is not a disease like many people think, but a lack of calcium. This can also be caused by too much or too little water. My recommendation is to add a small amount of lime to the soil and water it in. The tomato can take up the calcium from the lime and the new tomatoes should be healthy. Also, try to keep the tomato evenly watered so there are no periods of extreme wetness and dryness.
Problem #3: I have a big white patch on my tomato.
This is usually caused by sunscald, which, just like it sounds, happens when a section of a fruit or vegetable gets scalded by the sun. If your tomatoes are getting burned in the afternoon sun, try to give them shade in the late sun and don't trim off any more leaves that don't have flowers.
Some other tips to help you get the tastiest tomatoes:
- Rotate your crops every two years. Planting tomatoes in the same spot every year increases their chance of developing disease. Plant them in a different part of the garden every other year.
- To keep the squirrels at bay, bring your tomatoes inside once they get a tinge of orange. Keep them in a sunny window and the tomatoes will ripen up inside the house where the squirrels can't get their paws on them.
- Keep your plants watered and mulched. Inspect them for any insect damage and fertilize every 4 to 6 weeks.
For more info on raising healthy, delicious tomatoes and tips on other fruits and veggies, visit the UGA Extension of DeKalb County.
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It doesn't matter whether you are going to spend Christmas at home in your comfy pajamas or somewhere else in a fancy dress, there's one thing that you would probably want to do in the morning and don't care about it all day and night long- your hair. It's really important to spend this day with the people you love and appreciate the most and forget about your looks, but you will definitely feel better when you are polished from head to toes for this festive holidays, won't you? Make sure that you pick the right hairstyle for your occasion, so have a look at the photos below and get some ideas. These Lovely Christmas Hairstyle Ideas That Will Complete Your Holiday Look are definitely worth a peek, so don't miss them. Here are some joyous Christmas nails tutorials and some last-minute Christmas outfit ideas, so save them in your bookmarks and have them on hand for the times that you will need them!
Braids are really charming and flattering, so make sure you incorporate one in your hairstyle to look cute on this amazing holiday. You can either put your hair into an up-do and let it down.
Just a simple ponytail can be turned into a stunning hairstyle when you add a fishtail braid to it. This is such a quick and easy way to achieve a great look for the holidays that you can make on your own. If you are not feeling like visiting a hair salon and spending money, you should definitely take this hairstyle in consideration.
I'm really a fan of simple hairstyles cause they can fit any occasion and you don't have to worry if you are going to switch events through the day. Get some fancy bow and copy the look below!
This-side braid definitely got my attention! Can you already picture it paired with both your comfy pajamas and a fancy dress? If you are not sure whether you are going to go somewhere or stay at home, make this hairstyle and enjoy the magic of Christmas.
What do you say about these lovely crown double braids? I just love them!
Which of these hairstyles would you like to rock for this festive season? It's the most wonderful time of the year, so make sure you look wonderful as well!


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Immerse yourself in a unique Tree to Bar or Bean to Bar chocolate experience from chocolatier and cacao grower Hotel Chocolat at Rabot Estate, Saint Lucia.
Plunge into the rainforest for a tour of the cacao groves and learn how to graft a tree before hand-crafting your very own chocolate bar on our Tree to Bar experience (Experience approx. 2.5 hours).
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Holiday Dinner: Albert Bartlett Rooster Mashed Potatoes
One of the side dishes that is a must for us around the holidays is mashed potatoes. Even when we are counting calories and trying to go low-key, we have to have them. (And, even though the girls don't like them…silly!)
For Thanksgiving, we tried out the Albert Bartlett Rooster potatoes. They just launched into the US market for the first time grown here on US soil and are launching now into Colorado and Georgia Wal-Mart's!
They have been a household name in the UK for over 60 years, and this past growing season they have partnered with US farmers.
They are being harvested as I write this and are already on shelves of the CO and GA Wal-Mart's and will probably be harvesting and stocking shelves until January, but once they are sold out – they are sold out.
The Rooster potatoes are new – and are not a russet or a red potato – they actually start out pink
but bake/boil to a nice golden brown. I diced them and boiled them (along with a couple sweet potatoes to make a certain 4 year old happy). And once they were nice and soft, I mashed them, added a little butter and milk and served them up.
They were very tender potatoes and creamy and definitely not dry. The girls even ate them. Next I want to try some oven roasted potatoes (without the garlic).
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Venerable Thubten Chodron has authored 26 books and edited 22 others. Monthly eTeachings share excerpts from her books – we invite you to sign up here. Books in translation can be found on the corresponding English book page or on book genre pages if there is no English equivalent. Learn more about each book below.
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New York: Ever used a second hand high-end smartphone? That's a growing trend now, according to a new survey report.
Market research firm Gartner recently released a report projecting the used smartphone market to roughly double to 120 million units, or a wholesale value of $14 billion by 2017, CNET reported.
"With consumers in mature markets upgrading their smartphones every 18 to 20 months, the inevitable question is what happens to the old device?" Gartner analyst Meike Escherich was quoted as saying by CNET.
Previously, used cellphones primarily ended up in the hands of consumers in developing markets. But that's changing.
With consumers increasingly looking to tighten their purse strings, a year-old smartphone looks like a cool deal.
And for those who hanker for the latest, selling off the old high-end phone is an attractive way to bolster their funds.
Many companies are capitalising on this trend. One such player is Gazelle, an e-commerce company that specialises in enabling people to sell used electronics.
In October, Gazelle began offering the option to also buy used smartphones.
"It's a huge market that's growing fast," Gazelle CEO Chris Sullivan said in an interview.
Gazelle's own studies found that within the same household, one member of a family could be constantly upgrading to the newest smartphone, with other members either taking the second hand phone or buying a cheaper used model.


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However, it has been months since the traumatic event and you are not feeling better, you may have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. When you have PTSD, the world feels unsafe. You may have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping. You may also try to avoid things that remind you of your trauma — even things you used to enjoy. Listen to your fellow Veterans as they share their "How PTSD impacted their family and the role they played in recovery."


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Love The Skin You're In
Being a woman in today's society can be frustrating at times. With society telling you what you should look like, how you should act, and even how you should feel when you don't fit in with society's view of an "ideal woman." It's time to change the narrative that all women should be thin and tall models who are quiet and reserved. It's time to truly embrace what it means to say "I love myself just the way I am."
Here are some tips to help improve your self confidence and embrace your own unique beauty.
1. Use positive affirmations daily.
Every morning you wake up is a new day and set the intentions for the day say phrases like "I'm confident, beautiful, and I deserve love." It might seem silly at first but what you're doing is reprogramming your subconscious to recognize positive feelings about yourself. When you are constantly bombarded by advertisements, television shows, and social media constantly portraying people who don't look like you enjoying their lives it takes a toll on your subconscious.
2. Treat yourself to the best personal care products.
Sometimes a soothing bath or shower with the best smelling bath and body products help set a mood and make you feel good about yourself. Making sure you smell good is important but using the right products for your skin makes all the world of difference and can be beneficial to your health as well. Check out our Bath & Body Collection for some new scents.
3. Modify your daily routine and make small but healthy changes to your diet.
If you are not physically active consider adding some form of exercise to your routine. It could be walking, bike riding, or my personal favorite Zumba. Start off with 2 to 3 days a week and work your way up to a minimum of 5-6 days a week. Also consider healthier meal choices like adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet and cutting back on foods that are full of fat and high in sugar or salt content. If you need help from experts enlist the help of nutritionist and fitness experts.
4. Surround yourself with a great emotional support team.
Having friends and family to support you is always key to your mental and emotional well-being. And if you're unable to contact them it's best to have a secondary support system. We've created an online community where women can discuss their femininity and share their journey of self love and care as get support from other members. However if your situation is starting to make you feel hopeless we ask that you seek professional help from a therapist specializing in dealing with depression. According to the CDC, women are 2X more likely to develop depression in comparison to men.
5. Wear clothes that make you feel confident and good about yourself
Body shamming has been around for decades and it has only gotten worse with the rise of the Body Positive movement. But you have to change your mindset and learn not to concern yourself with what other people think about your appearance. If you feel like wearing something revealing and you find it in your size wear it. You'd be surprised to find out people don't really care what you wear as much as you do. Just make sure you don't pull a Lizzo at the Lakers game. Read the room ladies, don't show up to work or out in public with assless chaps. But seriously embrace your curves. Be comfortable in the body you have now.
6. Practice wearing seductive intimates.
Now I know this may be a challenge for some of you ladies however, if you want to appreciate your body in its current state you have to get out your comfort zone. Dress up in your sexist negligee or babydoll and stand in front of the mirror. Study your body, the curves, the way your hips are proportioned to your body, determine if you have a short or long torso, and figure out what your body's best asset. Once you've done that appreciate and admire all the positive things about your body. If a negative feeling or thought arises acknowledge it but don't focus on it. Redirect your focus to finding positive feelings and thoughts about your body. Don't have anything sexy enough check out our curated Lingerie Collection.
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Welcome to PadelAndHelp, in our online padel store you will find the best offers to buy padel rackets , with a wide variety of models from the best brands. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, in this sport we help you choose your padel racket, we have the best brands with free shipping and gifts.
In order to enjoy the best sensations on the track, we have to be clear about the level of play we have. When buying a padel tennis racket we must bear in mind that for an initial level of play we recommend padel racket that are quickly adapted, that is, light and softer to the touch. For a more advanced level of play, we can already enjoy more complete padel racket in terms of technologies and materials.
Regarding the materials, a padel racket made with flexible materials is easier to handle, so the fiberglass padel racket are suitable for beginners and medium levels. On the other hand, carbon is a harder material, so the padel racket are more technical.
It is also important to be clear in which situations we are more comfortable on the court, that is, if we are more defensive or attacking players since our style will determine if we need a control, power or balanced racket, the best padel racket will be that one. that suits our type of game.
For players who start to play or do it occasionally, we can choose padel tennis rackets from well- known brands, we recommend control rackets since they are more manageable and help us to put the ball on the rival field without difficulty. Models like the X-One by Nox or the Flash Plus 2.0 by Head are scoops for beginners with a wide sweet spot.
If you play 2-3 times a week, you will need a more complete racket at the technology level. We recommend more balanced rackets, multipurpose padel racket that help us define our style of play. The Bullpadel Wing Avant or the Nox Equation WPT are preferred by most players.
If we are already competing professionally or intensively, we need more powerful padel racket. At this level the player already has his own style of play, so in his choice he will opt for materials or technologies. These types of padel racket are more expensive but offer spectacular performance.
It is quite an important factor since it influences its handling. A light padel tennis racket moves more easily and quickly, especially in shots close to the net such as shots and volleys. The higher the weight, the more power we will have when hitting but we sacrifice handling. The usual thing is that padel tennis rackets incorporate a label with the weight or have it silk-screened on the frame.
On the other hand, padel rackets for men tend to be between 360 - 380 grams and women's rackets are lighter, around 345 - 360 grams. Also keep in mind that we add overgrips, protectives and other accessories to our padel racket, so everything will add grams.
To achieve a harder or softer touch, you usually work with 2 different rubbers in the core: Foam or EVA.
The hard padel racket are more resistant and offer more power in the finishers . However, they don't offer as much bounce and have less output. On the other hand, the soft padel racket suffer greater wear but on the track they generate very good ball output as well as better absorb vibrations. These types of padels are used by beginner players but they are also perfect to avoid epicondylitis.
Currently the most used materials for the exterior structure are fiberglass and carbon, but some brands also incorporate materials such as graphene , aluminum or basalt in some of their models.
Fiberglass is a more flexible material , so it is often used in beginner or intermediate padel racket. Being a more elastic material, it favors the adaptation of the player and they are less technical. In addition, fiberglass padel racket are cheaper but also less resistant.
On the other hand, carbon is a stronger and lighter material, so 100% carbon padel racket are harder and more technical, so it is used in top-of-the-range models. We can also see it in the tubular of cheaper padel racket , to reinforce the structure. On the other hand, brands like Head use graphene, the strongest material as well as being very flexible and elastic.


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"Eradicated for the Third Time" The Israeli Army Bulldozers Demolished Khirbet Em Nayyer in Yatta Town at the Southern Parts of the West Bank
On May 5, 2011, the Israeli Army bulldozers protected by the Israeli Army Forces stormed Khirbet Em Nayyer east of Yatta town in Hebron Governorate, and demolished 8 residential tents, 4 barracks and an animal sheds and uprooted more than 600 olive trees owned by Al Jabbour family under the pretext of lacking building permits. The owners of the demolished structures are: Issa Hassan Al-Jabbour, Majid Issa Hassan Al-Jabbour, Issa Mohammad Ahmad Al- Jabbour, Omar Mohammad Al-Jabbour, Khadra Mohammad Ahmad Hoshieh, Taleb Mohammad Esmaeil Al-Jabbour, Khalil Mousa Hussein Al-Jabbour, Ibrahim Mousa Hussein Al-Jabbour, Mahmud Ahmad Al-Jabbour, Mohammad Hussein Al-Jabbour, Khalil Mohammad Khalil Al-Jabbour, and Rebhi Khalil Ahmad Al-Jabbour.
During the demolition the Israeli Occupation Army arrested and injured several local citizens of them were know: Fouad Al Nawaja'a (24 years old), and Issa Hussein Mohammad Al -Jabbour (65 years old). Moreover, the Israeli occupation Army campaign against Khirbet Em Nayyer continued to the following day when in the early morning, the Israeli Army Forces razed Khirbet Em Nayyer and forcibly evacuated the families from their tents that they installed instead of their demolished ones.
Eradicated for the Third Time
It is worth to point out that this was not the first time that Khirbet Em Nayyer was targeted by the Israeli Occupation Army where it had been demolished two times before. The first demolition was in February 2011, when the Israeli Army bulldozers demolished structures, barrackses, and tents in addition to two water wells and uprooted dozens of olive trees in Khirbet Em Nayyer under the pretext of lacking building permits.
Later on and in March 2011, the Israeli Army bulldozers and without a prior notification demolished Khirbet Em Nayyer for the second time and destroyed all of the structures and tents, where these tents were donated by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and by the Palestinian Prime Minister Office.
Mr. Zahran Abu Qbeita, the head of Yatta town council indicated that the owners of the targeted lands have the certificates and registration documents (Turkish Tabo) which prove their ownership of their lands. Mr. Abu Qbeita also added that the Israeli Army Forces are targeting Khirbet Em Nayyer where it became a legitimate target for the herds of the Illegal Israeli settlers of the adjacent Israeli settlement of Susiya [1], who usually attack the local residents and their tents in an attempt to displace them from their own lands in order to expand the Illegal settlement.
Yatta is a Palestinian town located 9 kilometers south of the city of Hebron at the southern parts of the West Bank. It is bordered by Ar Rihiyya village and Al Fawar Refugee Camp and Wadi As-Sada from the north, As Samu' village from the south, Beit 'Amra village from the west, Zif and Khallet Al Maiyya communities from the east. The total population of Yatta town is 54,608 (PCBS 2010), where the total area is 270,000 dunums, of which, 14,000 dunums constitute the town's built-up area. See the map below:
Map of Yatta town
The Geopolitical Divisions of Yatta town:
According to the Oslo IIInterim Agreement of 1995 which was signed between Israel and the PLO (Palestinian Liberation Organization) on September 24, 1995, Yatta's town lands as well as the rest of the Palestinian Territory was divided into areas A, B and C. In Area A, the Palestinian Authority have complete autonomy over administrative and security issues; where in area B, the Palestinians have only civil responsibilities; and in Area C, Israel has full control over the area which constitutes 61% of the total West Bank area.
Accordingly, Yatta town lands were classified into areas 'A', 'B' & 'C'. But in area 'C', any Palestinian building, construction and land utilization is forbidden in as it is compulsory for Palestinians to go to the Israeli Civil Administration in order to obtain building permits.
Due to the rigid Israeli building license policy imposed on Palestinian residents living in areas classified as 'C', Palestinians have no choice but to build without license, to cope with the natural growth of the population. The Table below is the land classification of Yatta town according to Oslo II Interim Agreement:
Table of Yatta town Land Classification according to Oslo II Interim Agreement of 1995
Land Classification
% from the Village Area
Area A
Area B
Area c
Source: The geographical Information System, ARIJ 2011
The latest Israeli Colonial Activities in Yatta Town
On April 6, 2011, the Israeli Army bulldozers under the protection of the IOF, stormed the eastern parts of Yatta and razed 80 dunums of lands cultivated with fruits, owned by the local resident Mr. Jamil Hushieyeh.
Moreover, on March 19, 2011 a herd of Israeli settlers from the Illegal Israeli settlement of Susiya attacked 50 dunums of lands cultivated with wheat and barley owned by local Palestinian residents of Yatta town, where they turned the lands into pastures for their cattle which led to the destruction of the crops.
Legal & International Status
The Israeli systematic colonial violations against the Palestinian residents of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and their properties, and according to the International law rules and conventions classified as a grave breach and violation for the Palestinian residents' basic legitimate rights such as liberty of movement and freedom to choose his residence, but more than that the Israeli demolition of the Palestinian houses and the eradication of an entire communities like Khirbet Em Nayyer are classified as an "ethnic cleansing".
Articles 53 & 147 of the Fourth Geneva Convention of 1949 provides that 'any destruction by the Occupying power of real or personal property belonging individually or collectively to private persons, or to the State, or other public authorities or social or cooperative organizations is prohibited, except where such destruction is rendered absolutely necessary by military operations.'
Also Art. 23 of the Hague Convention of 1907 also provides: In addition to the prohibitions provided by special Conventions, it is especially forbidden to destroy or seize the enemy's property, unless such destruction or seizure be imperatively demanded by the necessities of war;
Moreover under the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted and proclaimed by General Assembly resolution 217 a (III) of, December 10, 1948, Article 17 reads: 'No one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his property.' Which means it bans Israel from destroying or confiscating the property of the Palestinians at any case.
[1] The illegal Israeli Settlement of Susiya was established in 1983, over 953 dunums of Yatta lands The settlement has a population of 792 settlers.
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has upgraded its assessment of the US' anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance framework.
But the American Bankers Association (ABA) and US legislators are calling for much more stringent disclosure of beneficial ownership details.
Largely compliant
The FATF described the US as largely compliant with beneficial ownership requirements.
It noted the US treasury department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FinCEN's) 2016 beneficial ownership rule and said that industry compliance with the rule has provided increased transparency since it took effect.
Tougher disclosure calls
The ABA meanwhile says what is notably lacking in the US' AML/CFT framework is a national beneficial ownership registry.
The ABA is a strong supporter of a national registry and two recent bills have been introduced to provide legislation for such a registry: the Illicit Cash Act, which is pending in the Senate, and the Corporate Transparency Act, which has passed through Congress.
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Granholm Announces Grant for Infrastructure Improvements in Marine City
Friday, October 9, 2009
$81,340 grant to Marine City in St. Clair County
LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today announced an $81,340 grant to Marine City in St. Clair County to support downtown public infrastructure improvements. The grant is being made available by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) with funds provided by the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. An MEDC official presented a ceremonial check to Marine City officials today
"Helping our cities create vibrant downtown areas is an important part of building a strong and diversified economy in Michigan," Granholm said. "Infrastructure projects like this one in Marine City attract new business investment and bring new jobs to our cities."
Marine City is contributing $135,090 to the project, which will include improving the facades of four downtown buildings located in the core downtown district, replacing windows and doors, removing and replacing old exterior siding, repainting exteriors, installing new exterior lighting and repairing damaged bricks and mortar.
"I am excited about this project for Marine City and its property owners," said John Gabor, city manager. "It has taken a long time to develop the grant, but the end result will be the standard for Marine City's future. I consider this phase one and anticipate our downtown property owners will join this rebuilding effort in future grant applications."
The MEDC is able to award approximately $40 million in federal CDBG funds each year. There are 1,655 local governments in Michigan eligible to apply for these funds. Projects are approved contingent upon compliance with state and federal requirements.
"The CDBG program is an excellent resource that helps communities promote new business development and job creation," MEDC President and CEO Greg Main said. "The MEDC is pleased to work with city officials toward strengthening Marine City's downtown."
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MORRILTON, Ark. (KTHV) -- This week's 'Made in Arkansas' has an unusual twist. A Morrilton company allows people to take their last ride in style, literally.
"This is my grandfather's truck," said Richard Neal as he showed THV11 a cream and crimson hearse. Neal can't help but admire his 1972 Ford Pickup; he spent seven years remodeling it. "He [grandfather] bought it a few months after I was born. I learned to drive in it. It's the root of all of this."
Neal is talking about his most recent business venture. Since 1924, his family has been in the funeral home business in Arkansas, so Neal combined the family heritage with his love for cars and developed Rosewood Classic Coach. It's a unique idea where luxury knows no boundaries—a classy final ride, where the term "going out in style" drives his business.
"We are currently the only company in the United States building a retro style funeral car from the ground up," Neal explained. He customizes them for funeral homes all over the country. However, the idea is also spreading internationally, and Neal's team is in the process of building two to send to Australia. "It makes me proud to bring something so unique and build something so unique in my hometown of Arkansas."
One model, the Grand O'Vale, combines automotive styling from the 1920s and 1930s with modern amenities. It features a seven foot oval window designed to help showcase the casket.
"We have had services where we have actually had trouble having graveside services because the families were taking pictures with the car rather than having the committal service," he admitted.
His cars are roughly 22 feet long, six feet tall, and weigh about 6,000 pounds. They typically take three to four months to build, but Neal is hoping to eventually speed up the process. He currently has 17 cars on back order.
The retro cars sell from $99,000 to $105,000. They're then typically rented out for $1,200. In addition to the hearses, he also builds retro style limos for the family. The client can customize it with a variety of options; special lighting, hidden bars, DVD players, sound systems, and etc.
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During the past fiscal year, BRP added 16 premium OEM boat builders to its portfolio. This acclaimed group of builders includes Fairline Florida, Everglades, Cobalt, and Sea Pro Boats and each builder has signed agreements with BRP to supply its Evinrude E-TEC outboard engines.
Consumers considering the purchase of any of these industry-leading boat brands will have the power to choose any one of the award-winning Evinrude E-TEC or Evinrude E-TEC G2 engines. Every Evinrude E-TEC G2 engine delivers unrivalled power and performance, best-in-class fuel efficiency, produces up to 75% fewer total regulated emissions*, and an industry-leading maintenance schedule that sets the standard for ease of ownership by only requiring dealer-scheduled maintenance every 5 years or 500 hours.
"With an increasing number of marine partners embracing our award-winning Evinrude engines, we're excited to see more people being exposed to the unmatched benefits our product has to offer," said Krista Sparkes, vice-president Sales, North America, Marine Propulsion Systems division. "Between the rich heritage of the Evinrude brand and the newly re-designed Evinrude E-TEC G2 outboard, more and more boat builders and dealers agree that the E-TEC engine is exactly what customers want, and they are choosing to partner with us to deliver a world-class experience. We are thrilled to continue to welcome new faces to the BRP family."
BRP's stated objective of expanding its powersports network by 75 to 85 new dealers in fiscal year 2016 does not include BRP's Marine Propulsion Systems division.
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Navy Recognition:
The German Navy (Marine) announced that the Bundeswehr (armed forces) has taken an important decision on NATO ballistic missile defense: The three F124 Sachsen-class frigates will be upgraded with a new radar and will become a building block of the complex sea-based system for the protection of Europe against weapons of mass destruction.
"Thus the Bundeswehr fulfills a fundamental expectation of the alliance ", explains Commander (Fregattenkapitän) Andreas Uhl, director in the planning department of the naval command in Rostock. Since 2010, NATO has been building a complex system for the defense of medium and long-range missiles called "Ballistic Missile Defense", which is designed to protect the alliance and its populations against increasingly widespread missiles with weapons of mass destruction.
In the future, the German Navy will therefore supplement this NATO anti-missile system with a sea-based radar. The basis: On 1 December 2016, General Volker Wieker, General Engineer of the German Armed Forces, decided on the possible solution in the project "Obsolescence removal and ability expansion in the air defense frigate F124".
Since their commissioning, the three Sachsen-class frigates have been equipped with the SMART-L search radar from Thales Nederland. Its range of around 400 kilometers covers, for example, far more than the entire German coast from Emden to Usedom. The system, however, will become obsolete from about 2020. The Dutch Navy, which also uses the SMART-L, will then upgrade its four equipped ships to a newer version. The Danish Navy's three most modern frigates are equipped with SMART-L as well and the Danish Navy is considering a BMD upgrade as well for one vessel.
In order to remove the obsolescence of the radar and at the same time to fulfill NATO's missile defense – the Bundeswehr decided not only to modernize the long range radars of the Sachsen-class, but also to expand its range of applications. The vessels will no longer be limited to prosecuting attacking aircraft and rockets in the airspace around around the ship, but it will also warn against ballistic missiles outside the atmosphere (in space).
Navy Recognition undestands that the Bundeswehr is looking for an "off the shelf, immediatly available" technology. The natural choice appears to be the SMART-L Early Warning Capability (EWC) by Thales Netherlands. Contacted by Navy Recognition, a representative refused to make any comment regarding the German Navy plans. Asked about the differences between existing SMART-L and the EWC variant, we were explained that it is "not just a software upgrade". The two variants may look similar from the outside but their hardware is actually quite different. For starters, the first one is a passive electronically scanned array (PESA) while the EWC variant is an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar designed to detect air, surface, and high-speed exo-atmospheric targets. It uses Gallium Nitride technology known to improve radar reliability, range, and coverage….
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The Truth About Psychic Hotlines!
Psychic Hotlines! Do they really work? Well I started to call them just to find out. I'm not a sceptic nor am I pro psychic, so I felt I could entertain the idea of putting psychic phonelines to the test with an unbiased approach. So I hit the hotlines to find out!Nutritional Support for the Psychic Mind
Boost your extra sensory power with power foods. Loss of energy is a common complaint among psychic people as they continually tap their 6th sense on a daily basis. The typical medium will grab a sweet after a session in an effort to regain loss energy. The high concentration levels that the average psychic use in their work requires a strong concentrated dose of brain food.Psychic Protection
When was the last time you gave a thought to your Aura. We feed and water our bodies, wash and exercise them, clean our teeth, cut our hair and nails, and yet the most important aspect of our body, its Aura, is almost completely ignored. Unfortunately the old saying "out of sight, out of mind" is most definitely true. On the other hand, the perception that "it will take care of itself" is most definitely NOT true.Generating Empowerment
When we look around at what is happening in the world, it seems rather bleak to look at the idea of generating empowerment on a personal scale much less on a global scale. The daily news is full of evidence that we are heading ever more rapidly towards an economic breakdown, political and social crisis rather than a massive breakthrough.Girls Night Out – How To Give a Group of Friends Psychic Readings Using Oracle Cards
Getting a group of friends together for an evening of Oracle Card Readings can be great fun and VERY enlightening. Aside from the laughter and camaraderie enjoyed during a Girls Night Out, there are few problems that can't be solved when a group of women combine their collective Feminine Intuition with their Angels' wise guidance.How to Master Manifesting
A master of manifesting knows the laws of attraction and how to allow synchronicity to lead them to their dreams. They follow a few basic principles that we will explore in this article.
Everyone has latent psychic abilities, if you want to work on developing yours, read on. There are very few people who can see auras on a regular basis, and do not be disappointed if you are not one of them.How To Read Tarot Cards
Everyone has latent psychic abilities, through the use of Tarot it is relatively easy to bring these abilities to the fore. Each and every Tarot card has a meaning that has been described and adhered to over the centuries.Oracle Fascination
Throughout history, we have been fascinated by those who foresee the future and captivated by the mystery of the future and what might be destined to happen next. In ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi was internationally renowned. Hordes of people traveled from distant lands just to hear a few uttered words of prophecy and guidance.How Does Numerology Work?
I Discover The Power of Numerology. Is it accurate? Can it change my life?Give It a Rest
There is no doubt that extra sensory perception is a lifesaver in difficult life situations. But when the crisis is over and your 6th sense is still in overdrive, it is time to give it a rest. Intuiting everyday events and translating psychic messages all the time leads to list of various burn – out and fatigue problems. Nothing feels better than a breath of fresh air that is filled with soothing, nurturing, positive thought patterns. The best place to get it is in nature whether out in the country or in a city park or back yard.How to Develop Your Psychic Potential
How to develop your psychic abilities. Everyone has latent psychic abilities, find out how to access yours.


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Streaming ETL With Apache Flink
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Streaming data computation is becoming more and more common with the growing Big Data landscape. Many enterprises are also adopting or moving towards streaming for message passing instead of relying solely on REST APIs.
Apache Flink has emerged as a popular framework for streaming data computation in a very short amount of time. It has many advantages in comparison to Apache Spark (e.g. lightweight, rich APIs, developer-friendly, high throughput, an active and vibrant community).
When I started working on a new project where I had to process streaming data (e.g. events, server logs), after initial research, I found Flink to be the most suitable framework for my particular use case.
This blog is based on my work in Flink, starting with a simple example to a subset of real-world use cases. I also share a few exceptions and ways to solve them, which will help beginners.
You may also like: The State of ETL: Traditional to Cloud.
Links to the articles in this series and a short summary of the content. (All code examples are available on GitHub.)
Part 1 - Getting started guide, I share an example of computing sum of Integers generated as a stream using custom
SourceFunction and a
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Part 2 - Improving upon from part 1, in this article, I share an example of keyed data stream computation. This one uses Flink's
reduce and
sum methods to achieve the same result.
Part 3 - Changing gear, I take a subset of a real-world use case of Flink (see this post from zalando.com). I share an example of how to process connectivity events to identify a simple pattern.
Part 4 - Improving upon the example from part 3, I share how to achieve the same result using Flink's CEP.
Upcoming Articles on Flink
1. Moving towards more real-world, deployment use cases, I will share how to set up and use Flink in a cluster mode. This will also have a DB and Grafana to complete the tutorial end to end.
2. AWS Kinesis Stream with the same example as above.
Further Reading
- Top 5 Enterprise ETL Tools.
- Things to Understand Before Implementing ETL Tools.
- Transforming ETL for Data-Driven Age.
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PEN were appointed to re-redsign the interiors for a property in Manchester, working closely with the client to ensure the key features of the property were distinguished. Floor to ceiling windows maximised the sunlight coming into the rooms. Black Natica oak wood was used through the main living area and into the bespoke made kitchen.
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WPC Doors Manufacturer introduces 4 types of wooden door materials:
1. The price of solid wood doors is slightly more expensive, mainly because the raw materials selected are more expensive. They are all precious woods, such as cherry wood, walnut wood, and so on. The wooden door made of this material will not be deformed and has no cracks. At the same time, it has the characteristics of heat insulation and heat preservation. Its sound insulation effect is also very good, so installing solid wood doors in the bedroom can play a sound insulation effect.
2. Solid wood composite door. This material is not pure wooden door material. It is made of fir or some imported filling materials. The density is relatively high, and the weight of the finished product is relatively light, but it is not easy to appear. For the problem of deformation or cracking, its sound insulation effect is not much different from that of solid wood doors, but the price is not as expensive as solid wood doors, so it is chosen by many consumers.
3. Grinding wooden doors. It has the characteristics of being relatively cheap, safe, and convenient. Some middle-income families prefer to buy this kind of wooden door. The texture is more beautiful, and the overall beauty is generous, and it is not prone to cracks or discoloration.
4. Splint doors. This kind of plywood door is made of poplar wood or oak, the surface is relatively smooth, and the cleaning is relatively simple, but there is a disadvantage that it is easy to be damp, and afraid of the sun. Generally speaking, this material is not used for Outdoor door use.
Through the above introduction, WPC Door Panel Manufacturer hopes that you can simply refer to the content of this article in future use.


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On October 22, 2020, the Federal Government and the Government of Alberta announced a new joint pilot program for entry of international travellers into Canada through Alberta.
The pilot program is set to come into effect on November 2, 2020 at Calgary International Airport and the Sweetgrass Coutts Border Crossing.
Currently, international travellers are required to quarantine for 14 days on entry into Canada. It is anticipated that the maximum quarantine period under the pilot program will be two days.
The pilot program is open to eligible travellers entering Canada from a foreign country at the Calgary International Airport or the Sweetgrass Coutts Border Crossing. Eligible travellers include returning Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada and foreign nationals permitted entry into Canada. Travellers will not be eligible for the program if they have signs and symptoms of COVID-19, have been in contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case in the 14 days prior to entry, or if they do not have an acceptable quarantine plan.
There are three main components to the pilot program: a test component, a quarantine component, and a follow-up test component.
On entry, eligible travellers will be invited to participate in the pilot program by submitting to a COVID-19 test. Following the test, the travellers will be required to quarantine in accordance with the regular rules until the time that they receive a negative test result. It is currently anticipated that travellers will receive their test results within two days. The testing and quarantine period may be reduced and potentially eliminated if rapid COVID-19 tests (such as those recently received by the Federal Government) are used.
After receiving a negative test result, travellers are permitted to leave quarantine; however, they are required to adhere to a number of enhanced preventative health measures, including wearing masks in public places and avoiding visiting high-risk groups. Travellers are also required to submit to a second COVID-19 test on day six or seven after arriving. These tests will be administered at community pharmacies participating in the pilot program. Travellers participating in the program are not permitted to leave Alberta within the 14 days after entering Canada. Failure to adhere to the requirements of the pilot program may result in a participant being fined.
Travel during COVID-19 can be difficult to navigate and inconsistent application of the rules is common. Individuals planning to travel to Canada during the pandemic should obtain a full review and opinion to ensure rules are correctly applied to their application for entry. MLT Aikins has significant experience advising clients on immigration law matters and would be pleased to discuss the implications of this program.
Note: This article is of a general nature only and is not exhaustive of all possible legal rights or remedies. In addition, laws may change over time and should be interpreted only in the context of particular circumstances such that these materials are not intended to be relied upon or taken as legal advice or opinion. Readers should consult a legal professional for specific advice in any particular situation.


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Vetiver oil is being used widely around the world for different reasons. It is sought after by students or professionals alike due to its effectiveness on enhancing cognitive abilities, such as heightening alertness, focus and more.
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Gersthofen, Germany
Type: town
Country: Germany
Continent: Europe
Population: 20253
Latitude: 48.424816
Longitude: 10.877856
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At the Jan Zandbergen Group, one of our core values is taking responsibility. Corporate Social Responsibility, or CSR, means taking responsibility for your actions and demonstrating a commitment to people, society and the environment.
What does this mean for the Jan Zandbergen Group in practice?
The Black Jaguar Foundation (BJF) is an international non-profit organisation that works to realise the Araguaia Biodiversity Corridor: the largest green corridor in the world, and one of the biggest reforestation projects in South America.
One of the activities undertaken in connection with the realisation of the Araguaia Corridor is the replanting of millions of indigenous trees, restoring agricultural land to its original state: as part of the habitat of the Amazon rainforest and the Cerrado Savanna. These ecosystems are of vital importance to our future! They generate 20% of the oxygen in the Earth's atmosphere, filter 30% of all fresh water and are the source of 25% of all modern medicines.
We want to continue to reduce our carbon footprint and cut back our consumption of power and water as far as possible. That is why we constantly seek to identify new opportunities to save resources within our processes. Allow us to offer a few examples:
Our temperature-controlled units use an NH3 system. Ammonia (NH3) is one of the most efficient coolants available. And an NH3 system forms the most energy-efficient solution for key cooling and refrigerated applications.
Our temperature-controlled units have been fitted with extra-thick insulation panels to reduce power consumption. In addition, their doors close automatically, so less heat enters the unit, and it can maintain a lower temperature.
In 2009, we took a temperature-controlled unit into operation that includes a heat recovery system that collects heat from the exhaust for re-use. This substantially reduces the unit's power consumption, which has a positive impact on operating costs and the environment.
We have installed solar panels on various sections of our roofs. This allows us to generate sustainable, green electricity that can be used to power a share of our processes.
We use sustainable LED lighting in our production areas and temperature-controlled units. These lights are fitted with motion sensors so they only switch on at full power when required. Our newest (2015) refrigerated units – which are also our largest – have an automated crane system. As a result, our employees are hardly ever required to enter the actual unit – meaning that the lights can stay off most of the time.
In early 2018, we took Diviande's new production location into use. Designing the building, we paid close attention to sustainability, and the contractors moreover worked according to BREEAM-NL requirements. As a result, the location has been awarded the highest BREEAM-NL Outstanding certificate. This impressive 5-star score is a truly unique accomplishment in the Food sector. It underlines how we strive to distinguish ourselves in this area.
When we replaced one of our trucks in 2020, we consciously opted for one that runs on LNG rather than diesel fuel. This cuts the vehicle's carbon emissions by an average of 20%.
We are steadily expanding the share of plant protein products in our range. A lot of products made from plant proteins contain soy. Soy has a somewhat controversial image since its production is often mentioned in the same breath as deforestation in the Amazon or China. We have set the following requirements for the soy used in our own product range:
- The soy has been certified by a European certification body.
- 85% of the power consumed during production comes from a renewable source (hydropower).
- Thanks to a unique production method, no chemicals are used in the extraction of proteins.
- The soy is GMO-free.
In addition, we also develop and produce plant-based products that contain no soy whatsoever. The other plant proteins in our own products are also sourced from European growers. This results in a very small carbon footprint.
We encourage our staff to be environmentally responsible in the workplace. This ranges from separating waste at the source, turning off any machines that won't be used for a while to promoting fuel efficiency among our drivers.


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Yesterday morning I took my daughter and my parents to Ponce Inlet for some fun at the beach. Since I was primarily being a dad, I didn't do much birding, but I did bring my camera and I did scan the horizon some to see what may be flying by. I was hoping to get lucky and start my year with some gannets, scoters, and other fun birds, but all I found was a few Northern Gannet. But I sill had fun walking the beach with my daughter photographing the birds near shore.
At one point my daughter and I walked out onto the jetty, and I kept my eye out for a Purple Sandpiper. I didn't find one, but I did find two more birds, this time two Royal Terns, with fishing line dangling from them. In the photo below, it looks like the fishing line is actually attached to the fish in is mouth, but the the other one was hooked near the belly. That makes four birds in the last two visits. It seems like this is a real problem at this particular location.
Scott Simmons
Scott Simmons, based in Florida, is a lover of nature, landscape, and wildlife photography. Scott became interested in photography in 2001 when he was given his first SLR camera. When he acquired a telephoto lens, he became progressively more interested in birds and other wildlife. Scott enjoys learning about bird habitats and behavior, striving always to take images that are both beautiful and interpretive. Scott believes photography is a great vehicle to help others to appreciate the wonder for the stuff of earth.


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Winnie Harlow and Wiz Khalifa may be a new couple. Now I know that Wiz came on the breakfast club and denied having a relationship with Winnie. But now he is back at it on Instagram basically trolling us.
Check out this pic of Wiz with his alleged boo!
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Federal police believe the large number of vacant jobs in Belgium's traffic police could make the force ineffective in responding to terror threats, local media reported Monday.
"We have too few people to carry out a car chase if the ANPR system [cameras with number plate recognition] give us a hit," the head of federal police said in a report seen by Het Laatste Nieuws.
The report urged Interior Minister Jan Jambon, who manages Belgium's response to the country's terror threat, to take immediate action in filling staff shortages.
Traffic police is 23.5 percent under-staffed, according to the latest data, from September 2016.


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SCAL 400 Calibration Station
SENSIT® SCAL 400 Calibration Station automatically charges, bump tests and calibrates up to five SENSIT® P400 Multi-Gas Monitors simultaneously.
All calibration and sensor performance data is stored in the calibrator for download to your computer.
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