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This notebook provides a template for identifying outliers within a group of datasets with the MathDAMP package. The main approaches employed are the analysis of z-scores and the analysis of quartiles for groups of corresponding signal intensities.Additional notebooks from the MathDAMP package (03-MathDAMP-TwoDatasets.nb, 05-MathDAMP-TwoGroups, and 06-MathDAMP-MultipleGroups.nb) provide templates for the comparison of two datasets, two groups of replicate datasets, and multiple groups of replicate datasets. The notebook 02-MathDAMP-Elements.nb demonstrates the basic functionality of the MathDAMP package.
Step 1 : Loading the Data
First, the MathDAMP package has to be loaded. Please assign the path leading to MathDAMP files to the MathDAMPPath variable. Due to the size of the datasets and results, the global variable $HistoryLength is set to 1 to save memory.
Datasets acquired by capillary electrophoresis coupled to a quadrupole mass spectrometer (CE-QMS) operated in selected ion monitoring mode (SIM) will be used for the demonstration in this notebook. The datafiles are part of the MathDAMP package.
Optional : Exploring the data, locating the peak of the internal standard in the reference dataset
Step 2 : Performing the Differential Analysis
The function DAMPOutliers performes the calculation of z-scores and the quartile-based analysis for a group of datasets. DAMPNormalizeGroup function is used internally to align and normalize the datasets along with the annotation tables. Please refer to the MathDAMP.nb notebook for more details about the implementation of functions DAMPNormalizeGroup and DAMPOutliers. Execute ?FunctionName to list a brief description of the respective function's available options.
The loaded datasets are preprocessed prior to the differential analysis by applying baseline subtraction. Noise removal is not necessary, since the calculations based on both z-scores and quartiles are not sensitive to the presence of noise in the data (if compared to calculating the relative difference between two datasets for example).
Most of the options for the DAMPOutliers and DAMPNormalizeGroup are specified explicitly in the following command to allow easy editing of the options. The annotation table for the cation mode CE-MS analysis is used. This table was assembled according to a CE-TOFMS analysis of a mixture of standard compounds. Methioninesulfone is used as the internal standard. Its short name (in the annotation table) 363 is passed to the DAMPNormalizeGroup function via the InternalStandard option. The location of the peak of the internal standard will be extrapolated from the aligned annotation table. Overlaid electropherograms of the vicinities of the expected peaks of the internal standard are plotted along with indicators of the beginning and the end of the blindly integrated regions for visual confirmation. To specify the location of the peak of the internal standard in the reference dataset explicitly, use the notation {mz,{starttime,endtime}} instead of the short name. In this case it would be {182,{13.3,13.7}} (according to the electropherogram at the end of the optional section).The first dataset from the ppdata list will be used as the reference dataset (as specified by the options Reference->1). The annotation table is reduced to contain only items with m/z values relevant to the analyzed datasets.The DAMPOutliers function generates two types of results: a z-score and a quartile-based result. The results are calculated based on the most outlying signal intensity from within the corresponding set of signal intensities. Optionally, the results may be generated individually for every dataset. For more details on the implementation of the DAMPOutliers function, please refer to the MathDAMP.nb notebook.
Step 3 : Exploring the Results, Listing the Candidates
The parallel plot may provide an overall view on the aligned datasests. Differences in particular datasets may be spotted as discontinuities in the vertical bands (representing aligned peaks corresponding to an identical m/z value from different datasets). Black horizontal bands are visible on the plot for one of the datasets (at migration times 28 to 30 min). Their presence is due to the need for extrapolation of the electropherograms after alignment. The datapoints corresponding to this region in the reference dataset were not present in the extrapolated dataset. The remaining results of the DAMPOutliers function will be cropped to 28 min for visualization.Annotation is not shown on the plots below. On how to show the annotation labels or how to modify the appearance of the plots, please refer to the 02-MathDAMP-Elements.nb notebook.
Below are the density plots of an overall z-score and an overall quartile-based result. These results were calculated for the most outlying signal intensity from the set of corresponding signal intensities from all datasets. The result datasets are smoothed (by applying a moving average filter) to suppress strong signals coming from 'lucky' constellations of a particular set of corresponding noise related signal intensities (without any strong signals in the neighbourhood).
Quartile-based results were also generated for all individual datasets. Below are the respective density plots.
Overlaid electropherograms in the vicinities of the most significant outlier candidates (from a particular result) may be plotted in descending order of significance for visual confirmation (and for the rejection of false positives). Below are the electropherograms of the top 20 candidates from the overall z-score result. Further below are the top 20 candidates from the overall quartile-based result. The vertical dashed line indicates the position of the most significant result according to the selected criteria.


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iPhone 8 to Feature Plastic OLED Screen
According to the latest report from people familiar with the matter, Apple has ordered curved plastic OLED panels for the iPhone 8. The Korea Herald reporters believe all iPhone models next year will be equipped with new screens manufactured by Samsung Display. Similar displays can be found on Galaxy S7 models.
iPhone May Get Foldable Screen in 2018
According to the latest report from people familiar with the matter, LG Display will supply Apple with new foldable displays for future iPhones. Apart from the Cupertino-based company, Google and Microsoft are interested in teaming up with the Korean Supplier.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today, so let's take a look at the most interesting posts of the last couple of days.
Upcoming Update to Brick All Galaxy Note 7 Units for Safety Reasons
Samsung will soon finally kill the lineup of the infamous Galaxy Note 7. According to the latest press release shared by the manufacturer, on December 19th the company will seed an update that will literally brick the devices that are still in the customers' hands. After the update, the device will no longer charge, which means it will become useless and relatively safe.
Apple Denies iPhone Battery Explosion Issues in China
A Chinese consumer group called the Shanghai Consumer Council has reported about 8 cases of the iPhone 6 battery catching fire due to manufacturing fault. Apple denied such claims saying that all of the devices it received for inspection had signs of physical damage. The company offered the users of damaged iPhones repairs, but obviously, these repairs won't be free.
Galaxy S8 Won't Have Headphone Jack – Rumor
According to the latest report from people familiar with the matter, Samsung is planning to ditch the headphone jack in the upcoming Galaxy S8. The company reportedly plans to make the device thinner, include a larger battery and add stereo speakers. The latter will be produced together with Harman, a manufacturer Samsung acquired earlier this year.
Apple Watch Market Share Falls to 4.9% – IDC
According to the latest report from IDC, the Apple Watch market share declined 71% in the third quarter of 2016. Complicated interface and aging lineup are among the reasons that contributed to the decline.
Sudden iPhone 6s Shutdowns Are Caused by Mistake in Battery Manufacture
There's a widespread issue affecting a wide number of iPhone 6s users and causing their devices to power off all of a sudden. In November, Apple acknowledged the problem and launched a free battery replacement program for the devices manufactured between September and October of 2015. On Friday, the company has apologized for the issue and explained what exactly is causing the problem.
Apple Testing More Than 10 iPhone Prototypes – WSJ
According to the latest report from the the Wall Street Journal, Apple may release an iPhone with a curved OLED screen next year. The company has asked its suppliers to submit prototypes of their displays for testing. The screens have higher resolution than those used by Samsung.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today, which means that we should discuss the most interesting stories of the last couple of days. Let's not waste time and start about the posts worth your attention right now.
Samsung to Release Glossy Black Galaxy S7 in December
Apple's main rival, Samsung, is planning to release a Jet Black version of the Galaxy S7 as soon as early next month. The report comes from The Korea Herald and looks quite legitimate.
Apple to Introduce Dual-lens Optical Image Stabilization System Next Year
According to the latest report from Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is planning to bring the optical image stabilization system to both lenses of the dual camera on the iPhone 8 Plus or whatever the device is called. Currently, only the wide-angle lens of the iPhone 7 Plus has optical stabilization. As noted by the analyst, the company will redesign the camera to integrate a new OIS system.
Top 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today, which means we should take a look at the most interesting posts of the last couple of days.
Most of the articles this week deal with Apple's iOS 10 and macOS Sierra 10.12 as well as with the new AirPods and iPhones. Below you can find the list of the posts worth your attention.
Next-Gen iPhones to Get 5-inch and 5.8-inch Bezel-less Displays - Analysts
According to the latest forecast shared by Barclays Research analysts, next year Apple will release two iPhone models with slightly curved 5-inch and 5.8-inch displays without bezels. The analysts cite Asian sources, most likely, Apple suppliers, who believe the company will fit larger bezel-less screens into the sizes of current iPhone 7 and iPhone Plus.
Samsung to Unveil Siri Rival Alongside Galaxy S8
According to the latest report from Reuters, Samsung will introduce the AI-based virtual assistant alongside the Galaxy S8. It will be called Bixby and most likely, Apple and Google will get a new powerful rival.


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Fabric From Nature......Eco Printing Workshop,
Hammersmith Farm, Glade Hill, Va.
October 8
On October 8 Christine Arena, the owner of the 440 acre Hammersmith farm in Glade HIll and I are hosting an eco
dyeing workshop. We will be utilizing the very old forest and all of the plants available for our palette. After a brief walk to the remodeled tobacco barn on the property we will use our acquired plants to make a beautiful silk scarf and a sample fabric of linen and cotton. While that is boiling away at the Tobacco barn, we will be transported back to the farm house for a delicious luncheon prepared by Cheryl Nylund. After lunch it's back to dying with more leaf transfer of another kind and preparing rusted object dying ( this technique takes a few days, so you will take it home with you to process). This whole eco process is a bit like beautiful magic.
Cost for the day is $85.00 which includes all materials, fabrics, supplies, a delicious lunch and a great time in a great place. Call 540-204-6827 to register . Mastercard, Visa, Checks or cash.
Dogwood Leaves on Linen
|Rose leaves and Eucalyptus on silk
Below is the flyer for the event - It's really going to be fun. Call me to sign up - I already have 4 people signed up, so don't wait, we have a space limit. Hope to see you there.
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Saturday, April 5, 2014
New in the Studio this week... a few new displays....
Use of a SW Virginia hay rake as a hanging rack.
An old handmade carpenters box with hooks underneath as a focal display area.
A ladder made of Franklin County tobacco sticks from the 1800's.
Rustic shelf, apothacary box, handmade treadle machine, boxes, child's wicker and other small items.
New classes beginningApril 17.
Email info this week.
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Tara Stiles explains how yoga can not wreck your body
By Deborah Dunham for Blisstree.com
Has the recent New York Times article about "How Yoga Can Wreck Your Body" created a lot of controversy in the yoga world? Yes. Are we still talking about it, despite the fact that it turned our Kombucha-filled stomachs? Yes.
This isn't the first time the ancient practice has come under fire and scrutiny, nor the first time we've all debated the "correct" way to practice. So to find out why William J. Broad's screed against yoga has caused so much controversy, we talked to Tara Stiles–named the "yoga rebel" by the New York Times just last year.
Here's what she has to say about how not to wreck your body on the yoga mat:
What was your opinion of the New York Times article about how "Yoga Can Wreck Your Body?" I had a New York Times piece done on me last year, and it opened up a lot of things for me, so my first reaction to this article was, 'What a great PR piece for you.' Although, it wasn't such a good idea for the overall voice of yoga. It just scares more people away from yoga, and convinces them that they're going to kill themselves. Of course people get injured in yoga classes, but I think the problem is not paying attention and not moving slowly enough–not the practice itself. Injury happens when you approach it from the outside (teachers pushing you, egos, trying to force yourself into a pose), which is not really yoga. When you move from the inside out, you're not going to get hurt.
Are you referring to power yoga when you say that teachers sometimes push and force us? I'm not referring to one type or another, but this does comes from the teacher. There is this kind of broad sensibility in yoga that you're supposed to look like a certain person in a pose. But when you come from the inside out, there is a great sense of energy and sustainability. In other words, you are what you practice. If you practice frustration and pushing yourself into a pose, you're never going to be satisfied and get where you're going.
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An asbestos removal process at a Pennsylvania nursing home is expected to cost around $140,000. Though this may seem costly, exposure to the asbestos that would even cause one asbestos-related disease or death would make the cost of cleanup seem extraordinarily worthwhile.
Asbestos dust that was discovered likely came from a series of fire-proof doors that were installed over a decade ago. The process of cleaning up the asbestos could take as long as 4-weeks and would likely require the closing of many nearby buildings. In the meantime, the nursing home residents will have to be provided care at other facilities.
The reason that lawsuits are brought against businesses that may be responsible for exposure to asbestos, the reason that individuals are retaining attorneys to sue such businesses, and the reason why such lawsuits are bringing back multi-million dollar verdicts is because asbestos exposure is deadly. Approximately 2,500 Americans die every year due to asbestos related lung cancer, asbestosis or malignant mesothelioma. Often such illnesses do not crop up until long after the asbestosis exposure has taken place.
Most of us already know that the cure rate for lung cancer is practically zero. Asbestosis is a malady that can come about due to longtime exposure to asbestos and may put sufferers at risk for lung cancer and mesothelioma. The symptoms of asbestosis can be debilitating and painful. Unfortunately, there is no cure and the scarring that characterizes the disease is irreversible. Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer that can come about with only a minimum amount of exposure to asbestos. And almost the only known cause for mesothelioma is through exposure to asbestos.
In light of all that can go wrong when individuals are exposed to asbestos, the costs of cleanup are slight.
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Since starting taking the two younger children to Old Trafford, One Question has been contstant from our 6 year old, and that is
"When can Jordan watch the Football with us Dad"
Well im pleased to say that day finally came this weekend. Although it wasnt at Old Trafford.
When the Manchester United Disabled Supporters Liason Officer and the Secretary of MUDSA wrote to us and said we should try watching football at "Stockport, Rochdale or Oldham". My immediate reaction, was one of disbelief. How could a club suggest that a Fan of 33 years, takes his children to another club.
But Stockport County seeing our twitter campaign were quick to react, and Jon Keighren, Director at Stockport County FC, quickly tweeted me and asked us to pick a match for us to watch together as a family. So this weekend, being Jordans 18th Birthday, and Stockports last Home Match of the Season seemed fitting.
A Can Do Club
Our campaign is supported by fans of Many Clubs, and Stockport Fans are there a plenty. And After visiting the club on Saturday, i can see why. On arrival we were met by security staff at the Car Park enterance who directed us to a Paking spot that had been taped off for us. It even had a sign, with our names on it, which was a really nice touch.
Getting out of the car, we went to the club shop to collect our Tickets, and were Met by Vicky and an young Lady who was also working in the shop. They were both happy to see us, and Vicky Quickly brought out a Presentation bag for Jordan, with a Birthday Card in it signed by all the players. They got him a picture frame, scalf and badges too. They then gave the boys a bag each too, with T Shirts and Scalfs in them, badges and Key Rings.
The kids were already excited, and now they were electric. A county member of staff lead us up to our seating area, and was great with the two younger kids on the way too. Even the wife, who hates football, was smiling. We sat in our seats and got ready for the match. Together as a Family.
Familys Welcome
Sat down, looking around, what was very clear at Stockport was Family Matters. Kids are the Future. They are the life of a football club, and without getting them involved a club will die. Looking around the ground you can see this is something the club care about. They have lots of initiatives running for kids. They also have been running a free ticket for School Children Scheme. There are Mums and Dads with kids all over the place.
Its a funny thing football, and although it wasnt Manchester United, we all got really stuck into supporting the club. County went down a goal early on. But then there was a Cracking Equaliser, and we all cheered the Goal. (Even the wife). County went on to win the match 2-1.
At the end of the match all the kids ran down to the front and the players walked around the pitch shaking peoples hands doing Hi 5's with the kids, and lapping up the aplause from the crowd for a hard years work. And there in that moment it hit me. They have this right. The club have a "can do" attitude. This is something Manchester United say they have, yet we were at County as United said that as a family we "cant" sit together. Yet at County they found a way.
Jon came up to meet us at half time, and ill be honest, he is a top fella, a real nice bloke, and i owe him and county alot, because they allowed my kids to enjoy a game together. Jordans first ever match, and seeing the boys together at the football was fantastic for me. To us its about making memories. And the boys got a great Saturday afternoon at the football firmly in there Memory banks thanks to Stockport County.
Thank you Stockport County for a amazing day. Thanks for showing that Football is about Family. Not Money! Thank you for letting all my kids sit together and watch the football. It sounds like such a simple request, watch the football together as a family, and you showed that it needent be difficult to do! We will be back next season.
As for Manchester United, MUDSA and Phil Downs the Manchester United Disabled Liason Officer. I suggest you take your own advice. Go and watch Stockport County. Im sure they will help you put things right at Old Trafford.


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From Country to comedy and Hip-Hop to Rock n' Roll, the East Coast's top entertainment destination, Mohegan Sun Casino, is rolling out the red carpet for the world's biggest performers and celebrity talent in what is sure to be the must-see celebration of the fall season. For more information on all of the entertainment, promotions and special events surrounding the celebration, visit Mohegansun.com/20
As Mohegan Sun is set for a month long celebration of 20 years, the biggest party of them all will be on Saturday, October 15th at 10:00 pm for the 20th Anniversary Ballroom After Party!
Guests can purchase tickets now to enjoy music by Taboo & apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas and to party with Chrissy Teigen, LL Cool J, Anna Kendrick, Joe Manganiello and many more. Guests looking for VIP seating and bottle service can call 860-861-0744.
Other special celebrity guests for Mohegan Sun's red carpet and Ballroom blowout event include:
- Teresa Giudice (Stars on Bravo's The Real Housewives of New Jersey)
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"A military parade is really a kind of ritual dance, something like a ballet, expressing a certain philosophy of life."
Apt, to kick off a column on Armed Forces Day with a thought from George Orwell, who was born 100 years ago last Thursday.
The quote comes from his 1940 essay 'England Your England', both a portrait of the English at war and an attempt to dig down and define the national character.
This beautifully written piece is still relevant on numerous levels, but of note today are observations on the military, its role in national life, "the English hatred of war and militarism".
"It is rooted deep in history, and is strong in the lower-middle class as well as the working class. In peace time, even when there are 2m unemployed, it is difficult to fill the ranks of the tiny standing army, which is officered by the country gentry and a specialised stratum of the middle class, manned by farm labourers and slum proletarians."
What would this forensic mind make of Armed Forces Day where it still at work – if only – today? Would he – as does this humble student of his work – regard this and several other recent cultural phenomena (notably Help For Heroes and the scores of similar new charities) as a bid to change this worldview?
Unlike Poppy Day and The Haig Fund, Armed Forces Day, Help For Heroes, et al, lack nuance. Seem based on blanket assumptions of merit, to the extent certain Armed Forces Day events come across as unambiguous celebrations of the state's ability to project violence.
Put otherwise, the poppy on my lapel marks the horror, tragedy, futility of war. That my cash goes to help men and women who in many cases joined up and went to war of their own free will troubles me not one bit. Like life, shades of grey.
And should all this sound like mere peacenik hot air, ask yourself this; if the offices of state behind Armed Forces Day care so much about servicemen and women, why do they let so many veterans die in drink or drug infused squalor?
They don't care at all. Never have.
So they chuck a few quid at this in the hope of nudging you, me and sundry corporate sponsors to chuck a few quid at cleaning up the human mess left by their actions, particularly, of late, their ruinous foreign policy decisions.
Should it also serve to diminish long-held wariness of that "certain philosophy of life," all the better.


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Since the beginning of the year I have started to practice Yoga at least once a week. It has helped me re-balance myself, my thoughts and my energy - especially living in DC under this new president, urrrrrgggghhhh, I digress.
As I start this new practice and routine, I started to pick up a few new habits as well as looking into how I can support the things I love, even through minimum effort. One item I have fallen in love with and have tied it with my new found love for yoga are the clothes from prAna.
prAna offers sustainable, recycled, fair trade certified and hemp items. Not only that, but prAna prioritizes to giving back to communities all over the world: http://www.prana.com/about-us/giving-back.html.
prAna's mission is to give people the option of reaching into their closet and dressing in items that reflect who they are. The versatile but classy clothing design makes for outfits that can be worn to work or on an adventure.
The folks at prAna sent me two lovely pieces that I can use to seize the day -- a lovely pair of yoga pants, Chetan Capri in gray and a Cali Dress in cobalt. These two pieces are perfect for my Sunday routine -- yoga at noon and brunch afterwards! Both items are made with cotton and hemp, yes you read right, hemp.
Thanks to its natural heartiness, hemp doesn't require any chemical pesticides or fertilizers, which makes it's safer for the farmers that grow it as well as the land it's grown on. In fact, this drought resistant plant does wonders for the soil it's grown in. Farmers who grow hemp are able to plant food crops in the same field immediately after harvest—something not possible with a lot of other crops.
Once hemp is processed into fabric, it resembles linen in a lot of ways. It's lightweight and remarkably breathable. It washes well, and because prAna blends theirs with other materials like organic cotton, recycled polyester, and spandex, it doesn't wrinkle as much as linen does.
As soon as the Chetan Capri pants arrived, I put them on, pressed play to my yoga app and got ready to flow. The pants are super comfortable, breathable and super soft. It made my in-home yoga class amazing.
If it wasn't chilly today in DC, I would've put on that dress and walked around to show it off. It was comfy, with bra support and the most important part, it flowed beautifully on me - heck it made me even look skinny! So I am really looking forward to warmer weather and truly rock this comfy dress.
If you want to check out prAna's awesome line, use the following code to receive a 15% off on your purchase starting today through April 20, 2017 (30 days): ib4pAS. Go on, click on the link and buy yourself something from the wonderful folks at prAna.


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Breaking: Vandals Toss Bricks Through Windows at GOP Headquarters in Virginia
Surprisingly, this story didn't make any national headlines.
That's weird?
Bricks were thrown through several windows at the GOP headquarters located in the Albemarle Square Shopping Center.
Vandals tossed bricks through the windows of the GOP headquarters in the Charlottesville area.
Daily Progress.com reported:
Bricks were thrown through the windows of the Albemarle County GOP headquarters overnight in what appears to be the Charlottesville area's latest act of politically fueled vandalism.
County GOP Chairwoman Rachel Schoenewald arrived at the office in the Albemarle Square shopping center Friday morning to find two windows shattered and a third partially damaged.
"Hopefully, everyone will conduct themselves as community members and that this violence does not escalate or continue," she said.
The county's GOP headquarters also serves as the district office of Del. Rob Bell, R-Albemarle.
Schoenewald declined to blame any particular group, but noted that people are angry on both sides of the political spectrum.
For some reason the state-run media has largely ignored this attack.
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For a long time, the cure for diabetes type 1 and type 2 has relied on agonizing insulin shots for patients or insulin infusion via mechanical pumps. Regarding this, experts have been creating artificial pancreatic beta cells with the he…
Denim jeans are trousers typically made from denim fabric. They are now a very popular article of casual dress around the world. They come in many styles and colors. However, denim blue jeans are particularly identified with US culture, especially the United States Old West. As well, although denim jeans are mostly known as a fashion garment in the 2011s, they are still worn as protective garments by some individuals, such as cattle ranch workers and motorcycle riders, due to their high durability as compared to other common fabrics.
Scope of the Report:
This report focuses on the Denim Jeans in global market, especially in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa. This report categorizes the market based on manufacturers, regions, type and application.
Since the post war era, the denim jeans became popular among young people. Denim jeans are a cornerstone of the American wardrobe and an important cotton product (accounting for almost one-fifth of all cotton clothing at retail). Almost all U.S. consumers own denim jeans and most of them say their closets are full of denim and they enjoy wearing it regularly.
Denim jeans are purchased for durability, longevity, and versatility because consumers find greater value in a product they know will last longer and fit better; therefore price is not the main factor in the denim jeans purchase decision, unlike other clothing. This positioning ensures that denim jeans will continue to have a place on store shelves and in consumers' closets. And the brands that consumers` favorite are Levi`s, Lee, Wrangler, Gap Inc., Old Navy, and so on.
The worldwide market for Denim Jeans is expected to grow at a CAGR of roughly 0.8% over the next five years, will reach 60200 million US$ in 2023, from 57400 million US$ in 2017, according to a new GIR (Global Info Research) study.
Market Segment by Manufacturers, this report covers
- PVH Corporation
- Inditex
- Replay
- Mango
- Frame
- Citizen of Humanity
- Denham
- Pull&Bear
- TopShop
- VF Corp.
- AG Jeans
- American Apparel
- American Eagle Outfitters
- Uniqlo
- Parasuco
- Calvin Klein
- True Religion
- Diesel S.p.A.
- DL1961 Premium Denim
- Dolce & Gabbana Srl
- Paper Denim & Cloth
- Edwin
- Esprit Holdings Ltd
- Fidelity Denim
- Gap
- Goldsign Jeans
Market Segment by Regions, regional analysis covers
- North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
- Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia and Italy)
- Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India and Southeast Asia)
- South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia etc.)
- Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa)
Market Segment by Type, covers
- Regular Fit
- Slim Fit
- Loose Fit
Market Segment by Applications, can be divided into
- Women
- Men
- Children
There are 15 Chapters to deeply display the global Denim Jeans market.
Chapter 1, to describe Denim Jeans Introduction, product scope, market overview, market opportunities, market risk, market driving force;
Chapter 2, to analyze the top manufacturers of Denim Jeans, with sales, revenue, and price of Denim Jeans, in 2016 and 2017;
Chapter 3, to display the competitive situation among the top manufacturers, with sales, revenue and market share in 2016 and 2017;
Chapter 4, to show the global market by regions, with sales, revenue and market share of Denim Jeans, for each region, from 2013 to 2018;
Chapter 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, to analyze the market by countries, by type, by application and by manufacturers, with sales, revenue and market share by key countries in these regions;
Chapter 10 and 11, to show the market by type and application, with sales market share and growth rate by type, application, from 2013 to 2018;
Chapter 12, Denim Jeans market forecast, by regions, type and application, with sales and revenue, from 2018 to 2023;
Chapter 13, 14 and 15, to describe Denim Jeans sales channel, distributors, traders, dealers, Research Findings and Conclusion, appendix and data source


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with Annie McHale
We are rescheduling this fantastic retreat to a future date TBD!
Jump-starting a healthy lifestyle begins with putting your needs on your To-Do List. When was the last time you dedicated an entire weekend to yourself? No appointments, phone calls, kids?
Pssst … it's time!
Escape to the beautiful and private TreeSong Nature Awareness & Retreat Center located in the Columbia River Gorge, where you'll explore your body and health stories, engage in group discussion, honor private reflection, learn creative and time-honored traditions, enjoy a relaxing yoga session, and meditate in Nature to quiet your mind and reconnect with your soul. All in a safe environment with support from kindred spirits.
Oh, and yes, you'll also visit an organic farm to harvest ingredients and prepare 6 savory meals that will please your belly and soul. You'll thank yourself; promise.
COST: $450-$500 per person (dependent upon accommodations selected)
(includes lodging, 6 organic vegetarian meals, private yoga instruction, materials, personalized apron, recipes, and so much more)
…8 people maximum (to ensure meaningful group connection).
…Most dietary preferences accommodated (gluten/wheat/grain/ sugar/dairy/caffeine free).
$500 – Accommodations in cabin, bunk room or hide-a-bed in living room
$475 -Accommodations on covered porch on comfy cots, bedding provided
$450 – Camping with own gear
…Registration deadline: June 15, 2017.
…$100 deposit required to secure registration.
…Remaining balance due: July 1, 2017.
…For women age 18-118.
Call 360-837-8733 or email us at email@example.com to register.
From Annie:
"At my core, I believe that breaking bread with others is the fabric that weaves families and communities together. Sharing a meal is sacred, and invites people to celebrate friendship, engage in conversation, and connect meaningfully.
Several years ago my husband, Curt and I committed to living a sustainable, healthy life beginning with the food we eat and share. We traded in our corporate jobs for rural living and real food. Gradually, we enlarged our classroom from a simple kitchen garden in Stevenson, WA to a 60-acre organic farm with multiple gardens, an heirloom orchard, animal care, egg production, and a food education program on the Oregon coast.
We recognized a common theme among hundreds of guests: most experienced a profound connection while seated at our table, overflowing with just-harvested organic goodness. The smell of earth, of evening dew, of fresh herbs, and edible flowers was palpable. No one wanted to leave!
Far too often we are reminded of the very real disconnect between most people and their food source, nature, their body, family, and roots. We now know that real food is medicine, the healer of most ills. Determined to bring the farm experience to others wherever they are, as well as debunk the myths that healthy food is too expensive and dietary changes too challenging, we created ROOTS Farmacy. It is our intention to inspire folks to enter into relationship with their own kitchen to prepare fresh, healthy meals and connect meaningfully with their loved ones.
We've done the hard work: the research, the number crunching, the planting, the harvesting, the taste-testing, the recipe tweaking; all from a labor of love. Join us for a class or retreat, and savor the bounty of our local Columbia River Gorge farms while learning to prepare heart-loving food. Your spirit, body, and mind will thank you.
Here's to living a simple, affordable, DELICIOUS life!"
Annie McHale
(541) 351-5247
- If you haven't heard of Gorge Grown yet, I'm happy to make the introduction! This non-profit is all about connecting folks with Gorge-local food sources, and makes it possible in a very easy format. Markets, farmers, and farmer's markets on both sides of the river are all showcased in this easy-to-navigate website. Check it out: http://www.gorgegrown.com/whoseyourfarmer/
- An affordable and simple way to support your fresh and organic lifestyle is to purchase a CSA membership (Community Supported Agriculture) from a farmer near you. Weekly you'll pick up a box of organic vegetables, fruits, and other products (Honey? Butter? Flowers?) grown right here in the Gorge – can't get any more local than that (unless you garden, too). Take a look at Local Harvest, a non-profit, web-based directory with thousands of listings of farmers, grocers, artisans, restaurants, and more. Just enter your zip code and a list of local agricultural-based businesses in your area will magically appear. http://www.localharvest.org
- The downtown farmer's market is Southwest Washington's #1 visitor attraction and home to over 250 vendors, and the second largest in the State of Washington. And, the Columbia Tech Center market is gaining in stature, too. You won't want to miss either one if you live near or are traveling thru Vancouver this summer. http://www.vancouverfarmersmarket.com/
- Also, in the Fisher's Landing area are both a New Seasons and Whole Foods grocery, within blocks of each other. Here are their links, respectively: https://www.newseasonsmarket.com/our-stores/fisherslanding/ and http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/millplain
- And let's not forget the incredible markets in Portland. Here's a link that lists them markets by neighborhood: http://portlandor.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ&zTi=1&sdn=portlandor&cdn=citiestowns&tm=34&f=20&su=p284.13.342.ip_p554.21.342.ip_&tt=2&bt=1&bts=1&zu=http%3A//www.portlandfarmersmarket.org/.
- Bob's Red Mill is another Portland gem. An Oregon success story, Bob Moore has dedicated more than 30 years to creating healthy (particularly gluten-free) food items. The Portland-based company sells its products on-line and on-site, as well as in nearly 300 stores in Oregon alone. Here's a link to find products in a store near you (simply enter your zip code): http://www.bobsredmill.com/dealer_locator.php


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Steven R. McQueen Eyecon 2011
The Eyecon Convention in Atlanta was this past weekend and Vampire Diaries cutie Steven R. McQueen was on hand to do a Q & A with Kat Graham. Here are a few pics from the event. Love the bulging biceps, now he just needs to show us the rest.


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The Basics of Hurricane Preparation
Surviving a hurricane isn't just a matter of luck. It's a matter of preparedness. It's important to ensure that you have put together a preparedness kit and have a hurricane plan. You should also prepare your house to better withstand a hurricane. Some of those preparations will need to begin way in advance of the hurricane season.
Quick Tips To Prepare Your House For A Hurricane
The Red Cross recommends:
- Fix loose rain gutters and downspouts. Clean them if they are clogged. If the hurricane produces a long period of rain taking these actions will help prevent water damage to your house.
- Strengthen garage doors. If Hurricane winds penetrate your garage door, they can lift your roof and your house can be destroyed.
- Install permanent hurricane shutters. If you don't have shutters and a storm is approaching by plywood to board up windows and doors. Do not tape windows because it does not prevent them from breaking.
- Keep trees and shrubbery trimmed. Trees can be made more wind-resistant by removing distressed or damaged limbs. Those limbs can be turned into projectiles by hurricane winds hitting your house or those of your neighbors.
- Remove debris from your yard. Hurricane winds can turn unanchored items into projectiles.
Quick Tips For Your Emergency Kit
- Water, Water and Water–Stockpile an emergency supply of water. At least three days worth is recommended, but more is better.
- Food And More Food—Stockpiling food is essential, but it must be non-perishable. Like water, at least a three days supply is advisable but more is better.
- Cash is King—Banks may be closed and ATMs may not work after a hurricane. Merchants might not be able to process credit cards if their power is off.
Other Essentials For Your Emergency Kit:
- Personal Documents
- Contact Info
- Map
- Clothing
- Toiletries
- Pet Supplies
- Tools
- First Aid Kit
- Battery-Powered Flashlight, TV, and Radio
- Medication
The Down and Dirty of Your Emergency Kit
We may take H2O for granted, but after a hurricane, water supplies may be interrupted. The Red Cross recommends one gallon of water per person for at least three days. Other disaster experts suggest a week's supply—even two weeks. To meet the three-day recommendation, a family of four would need at least 12 gallons at a minimum. The key use of this water will be for drinking, but it should also provide a limited supply for cleaning as well as cooking, assuming there is power.
Just like water, the Red Cross recommends three days of nutritious food. Other organizations recommend at least a one week supply. The key here is the food has to be non-perishable. It should also require little or no cooking to prepare, because you may not have a power source.
Non-perishable foods can be eaten safely because they do not readily support the growth of microorganisms that cause human illness. The food can be held at room temperature for over 3 hours and not cause illness. Think unopened canned and bottled food, raw vegetables, raw fruit, candy, dry pudding mixes, Jello mix, pickles, mustard, ketchup, uncooked pasta and hard cheeses such as cheddar, Monterey Jack and Swiss.
What to Avoid
Food safety experts say no-no's include: cooked meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products (milk, cream, half and half, cottage cheese, cream cheese), cooked vegetables (potatoes, green beans, all legumes, corn, peas, spinach, etc.), cooked pasta (noodles, rice, lasagna, etc.), pudding, soup, casseroles, cream pies, cakes with homemade cream fillings, and juices.
*An Obvious But Not So Obvious Tip:
An electrical can opener won't do any good if there is no power. Remember to keep a manual can opener on hand.
Personal Documents
It's important to keep the necessary records and documents with you in case you are displaced. Identification cards and birth certificates may be obvious, but do you know where your insurance policy is? The policy is a guide to just what coverage you have and can help you act as your own advocate in disputes over the amount and extent of hurricane damages. Remember that after a major hurricane, insurers bring in hundreds of adjusters from out-of-state who are not always knowledgeable about the specifics of your contract and the requirements of state law regarding damage payments. Don't forget to also carry your vehicle insurance card as well as health/prescription insurance cards of you and all your family members. Some other suggested items to keep at hand are wills, contracts/deeds, and account numbers. For insurance purposes, it may also come in handy to keep an inventory of valuable household goods.
Contact Info
Keep key phone numbers and addresses of family members and friends in your emergency kit. Don't necessarily expect your cell phone to turn on to access your address book. Your battery may die and you may be unable to recharge it due to power issues.
Pharmacies may be closed after a hurricane. Persons who receive their medications through mail-order may find their mail delivery is delayed. If you can find an open store, a pharmacist can call your insurance company to authorize a temporary supply of medication to be filled in the event that you cannot receive your mail-order drugs. During a hurricane, pharmacies can generally be flexible regarding prescription refills and maintenance medications. Pharmacists have to use their best judgment when deciding to refill medications during a hurricane situation where a doctor may not be reachable. It is important to hold onto your empty or almost-empty prescription bottles in the event of an emergency so that the pharmacist has access to your most up-to-date prescription information, says Heather Garmon, former Pharmacy Technician who worked during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
The Red Cross recommends an emergency kit should include seven days worth of prescriptions and over-the-counter medications.
Cash is essential after a hurricane. Financial institutions may be closed and ATM networks off-line. Merchants might be unable to take credit cards because their networks are down. Be sure to have small bills and plenty of cash.
Hurricane Supply Checklist
Food Items
- One Gallon of Water Per Day Per Person
- Non-Perishable Foods
- Paper Cups/Plates, Plastic Utensils
Important Papers
- Wills
- Insurance Cards
- Contracts and Deeds
- Social Security Cards
- Photo ID/Drivers License
- Passports
- Immunization Records
- Bank Account Numbers
- Important Phone Numbers/Emergency Contacts
- Inventory of Valuable Household Goods
- Birth Certificates
- Current Photos of Family Members and Pets.
- Cash
- Area Map
- Battery Operated Flashlight
- Battery/Solar/Crank Powered Radio
- Battery-Powered TV
- Extra Batteries (AA, AAA, C, and D)
- Wrench, Pliers, Screwdriver Set
- Matches Candles
- Bag of Charcoal and Lighter fluid
- Lighter or Matches
- Toilet Paper/ Towelettes
- Towels
- Soap/Sanitizer
- Feminine Items
- Personal Hygiene Items (Deodorant, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shaving Cream, Razor, etc.)
- Sunscreen
- Blankets or Sleeping Bags
- Contact Lenses, Lens Case, Solution
- Eyeglasses, Sunglasses
Medications and First Aid
- Empty Prescription Bottles
- Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs
- Cooler for Insulin Preservation, If Necessary
- Diabetic Testing Supplies, If Necessary
- Sterile Adhesive Bandages in Assorted Sizes
- Sterile Gauze Pads
- Latex Gloves
- Antiseptic
- Petroleum Jelly
- Scissors
- Antibiotic Ointment
- Tweezers
- Thermometer
- Tongue Depressor
- Mosquito repellant
- Sturdy Shoes
- Rain Gear
Hurricane Preparedness Plan
Do you know where you would go if you were forced to evacuate your house? Would you go to friends, a motel, or an emergency shelter? Emergency management officials say shelters should only be used as a last resort. Since they only provide for basic needs don't expect luxury accommodations. Here are some key things emergency management personnel recommend to do to develop a plan:
- Plan a family meeting to determine what needs to be done prior to hurricane season. Mental health professionals say, include children in discussion to alleviate fears of the storm.
- Determine if you will need to evacuate. If you live in a mandatory evacuation zone, the best choice is usually going to a family or friend's home outside the zone. If you plan to go out of town, you should leave early–at least 48 hours in advance of the storm's arrival. The roads could be clogged as the storm approaches, making evacuation difficult.
- Safeguard your home. The chances of your residence being damaged are less if your home is hurricane proof. Impact resistant windows, hurricane shutters, and strong roof-to-wall connections will all lessen the chance of your home being damaged.
- Pick a safe room in your home. You may need this room if you decide to ride out a hurricane and your home takes a direct hit. This safe room should be an interior room with no windows, such as a bathroom or closet.
- Protect your vehicles by deciding where they could be parked to avoid water damage or flying debris during a storm.
- Notify family and friends of your hurricane plan.
- Make plans for your pets. Determine if you can take your pets with your or if other arrangements need to be made.
- Videotape or photograph contents of your home. This is important to prove damages in case you have an insurance claim.
- Locate the water meter, electrical shut off, and test smoke detectors.
Getting Out of Town Or Sticking Around
Often you may not have a choice. If you live in a mandatory evacuation zone, the law requires you to leave.
While forced evacuations by authorities may be unlikely, if you decide to go it on your own and are in need of aid, you may be out of luck. But getting out of town may be no easy task when hundreds of thousands of your fellow citizens are trying to do the same. These pointers could at least give you a fighting chance. They will also help if you decide to stay around.
Gas Up Your Car In Advance of The Storm—Even if local gas stations don't suffer damage during a storm, it doesn't mean you will be able to obtain gas. Refinery facilities may be damaged and so may be ports—a key distribution point for gasoline. Maintain as much of a full-tank as possible. If a gas disruption is prolonged, even pre-planning may not stop you from running out of gas. Remember that most states have laws prohibiting price gouging during a hurricane. The price you paid before the storm should be the same price during a severe weather event. Save your receipt if you think you have been overcharged because you may be entitled to a refund.
It's important to ensure that your food is not spoiled if a hurricane results in a loss of power or your residence suffers water damage. The federal Center for Disease Control has some key recommendations:
Throw Food Away If:
- It has come into contact with flood or stormwater.
- It has a strange odor, odd color, or texture.
- Food cans are bulging, opened, or damaged.
- It is not in a waterproof container and has come into contact with flood waters. These open containers cannot be disinfected. These include screw-caps, snap lids, crimped caps (soda pop bottles), twist caps, flip tops, snap-open, and home canned foods.
- Considered perishable and has been exposed to above 40 degree Fo temperatures for over 2 hours. Examples of perishable items include meat, poultry, eggs, fish, and leftovers, among others.
Keep Food If:
- It still contains ice crystals and feels as cold as refrigerated. In this case, it can be refrozen or cooked.
- It is thawed and held at 40 degrees Fo for under 2 hours.
- It is contained in unopened waterproof cans.
In case closed cans come into contact with floodwater or storm water, remove the labels, wash the cans, and disinfect. Disinfecting containers and cans can be done by dipping them in a solution of 1 cup of bleach in 5 gallons of water. Once disinfected, relabel the cans with a marker and include an expiration date.
Perishable vs Non-perishable Foods:
- Perishable foods are those that support the growth of microorganisms which may cause human illness. This takes place when food items maintain a temperature above 40 degrees Fo for longer than 2 to 3 hours.
- Examples of perishable foods include cooked and lunch meats, chicken, fish, milk, eggs, cheese, dairy products, cooked vegetables, cooked pasta, and leftovers.
- Non-perishable foods do not support the growth of microorganisms that cause human illness when held at room temperature above 3 hours. Nonetheless, there is a possibility of mold growth in these types of food over a period of several days. As a result, it is important to keep this in mind and check to see if there is mold growth when the food is not refrigerated for approximately a week or more.
- Non-perishable foods are raw vegetables and fruits, breads, jelly, pickles, jerky, candy, seasoned rice and pasta mixes, commercial mayonnaise and salad dressings, canned and bottled foods, pudding, uncooked pasta and oatmeal.
Food Safety…What to Discard and What to Keep:
When dealing with a weather emergency, it is important to be aware of certain requirements to help determine if food is edible or not. For instance, depending on the type of food, a certain temperature and time window may need to be considered to decide whether the food item is in good condition to be eaten or not.
What to Discard From the Refrigerator:
- Any raw, thawing, or leftover cooked meat, fish, poultry, meat substitutes, bacon, sausage, or seafood by itself or in other forms, such as salad, or hot dogs.
- Opened canned meats and fish.
- Any soft, shredded, or low-fat cheeses.
- Milk and other dairy products containing milk, cream or egg products.
- Opened baby formula.
- Fresh and hard-cooked eggs, as well as egg dishes.
- Puddings and custards.
- Freshly cut fruit.
- Any food labeled "Keep Refrigerated".
If at 50 degrees or above for over 8 hours, discard of:
- Fish sauces such as oyster sauce.
- Cream-based salad dressings.
- Spaghetti sauce (open container).
- Biscuits, rolls, cookie dough, or breads that require refrigeration.
- Cooked rice, pasta, or potatoes (or baked).
- Pasta or potato salad with mayonnaise or vinaigrette.
- Cheesecake, quiche, and cream, custard, or cheese filled pies and pastries.
- Pre-cut, washed, and packaged greens.
- Cooked vegetables and tofu.
- Commercial garlic in oil.
- Vegetable juice (opened).
What to Discard from the Freezer
If thawed and held above 40 degrees F for over 2 hours:
- Any meats, poultry, seafood, veal, lamb, pork, liver, kidney, fish, shellfish, breaded seafood products, and ground meats.
- Casseroles, stews, soups.
- Ice cream and frozen yogurt.
- Milk, eggs, egg products, cheese, shredded cheeses, cheesecake, and any other cheese or dairy products, except for hard cheeses which can be refrozen.
- Home cut fruit or commercially packaged, as well as fruit juices can be refrozen unless mold, yeasty smell, or sliminess develops. If you cannot refreeze, discard.
- Home cut vegetables or commercially packaged, as well as vegetable juices must be discarded if held above this temperature for 6 hours or more.
- Custard or cheese filled cakes, pies, or pastries.
- Pasta or rice-based casseroles.
What is Safe to Keep From the Refrigerator:
- Hard, processed, and grated cheeses including Parmesan and Romano (in can or jar).
- Butter or margarine.
- Fruit juices and canned fruits (opened).
- Fresh, dried and candied fruits, raisins, dates, coconut.
- Peanut butter, jelly, olives, pickles, mustard, catsup, and relish.
- Worcestershire, soy, taco, hoisin, and barbecue sauce.
- Vinegar-based salad dressings (opened).
- Cakes, rolls, breads, muffins, tortillas, and breakfast foods such as waffles, pancakes, and bagels.
- Fruit pies.
- Fresh spices and herbs.
- Raw fresh vegetables including mushrooms.
What is Safe to Keep from The Freezer:
Certain food items in the freezer may be kept as long as they contain ice crystals and feel as cold as refrigerated. Also, they can only be kept if refreezing them is possible at the time.
- Any meats, poultry, seafood, veal, lamb, pork, liver, kidney, fish, shellfish, breaded seafood products, and ground meats.
- Casseroles, stews, soups.
- Ice cream and frozen yogurt.
- Milk, eggs, egg products, cheese, shredded cheeses, cheesecake, and any other cheese or dairy products, except for hard cheeses which can be refrozen.
- Home cut fruit or commercially packaged, as well as fruit juices can be refrozen unless mold, yeasty smell, or sliminess develops. If you cannot refreeze, discard.
- Home cut vegetables or commercially packaged, as well as vegetable juices must be discarded if held above this temperature for 6 hours or more.
- Custard or cheese filled cakes, pies, or pastries.
- Pasta or rice-based casseroles.
How to Prepare Before a Hurricane?
- Place a thermometer in both the freezer and refrigerator to ensure the appropriate temperature is maintained. A temperature of 0 degrees Fo in the freezer and 40 degrees Fo in the refrigerator is recommended.
- Become informed of nearby merchants where block or dry ice can be purchased. Containers filled with water may also be frozen ahead of time to maintain items in freezers and refrigerators when the power is out.
- Group food items together since it helps them stay cold for longer periods of time. However, if power is out for longer than 4 hours, ice cubes and gel packs can be used to keep food cold in coolers.
- Food items that will not be needed immediately may be frozen to make sure they are kept at a safer temperature. Nonperishable food items should be placed in a safe area that will be out of the way of contaminated water.
Hurricane Musts for your refrigerator
- Make sure refrigerator and freezer doors are kept closed to preserve cold temperatures.
- Learn about the length of time the outage is expected to last. If longer than 4 hours, plan accordingly. Food may be transferred to a cooler where the ice can be replaced as needed. A freezer may hold the temperature for approximately 48 hours if not open.
- Throw away perishable foods after 4 hours if temperature cannot be maintained at 40 degrees Fo
After The Hurricane
- Refreeze food that contains ice crystals or is at a temperature of 40 Fo
- or below.
- Continue to stay informed about the expected length of the outage in order to plan accordingly. A full freezer requires fifty lbs of dry ice to maintain the recommended temperature.
- If the power has been out for more than a day, it is important to keep track of the temperature in all refrigerators and freezers with a thermometer. If the food is safe if it is at 40 degrees Fo or below, or still contains ice crystals.
- In case a thermometer is not available, check packages individually. If the food still contains ice, it is safe.
Removing Odors If Food Spoils
The spoiling of food may lead to unpleasant smells, which may be hard to remove. Procedures to remove these smells may need to be repeated a few times the odor is eliminated.
Some of these techniques include:
- Removing and washing refrigerator trays and shelves with hot water and dish detergent followed by a sanitizing solution rinse (1 tbsp of chlorine per gallon of water).
- Allowing air to circulate for 10-15 minutes at a time. If smells persist, the refrigerator door may be left open for days at a time to see if a decrease in smell takes place.
- Dispose of questionable food items.
- Wash the inside and doors of both the refrigerator and freezer.
- Use hot water and products including light chlorine formulas, baking soda, or vinegar.
- Place containers with coffee or baking soda in different parts of the refrigerator and freezer. Leave for several days.
- Use manufacturer recommended products used to relieve smells from appliances.
Assuring You Have Water After A Hurricane
We may take H2O for granted, but after a hurricane, water supplies may be interrupted. The Red Cross recommends one gallon of water per person for at least three days. Other disaster organizations suggest a week's supply—even two weeks. To meet the three-day recommendation, a family of four would need at least 12 gallons at a minimum. The key use of this water will be for drinking, but it should also provide a limited supply for cleaning as well as cooking, assuming there is power. Emergency management officials also recommend filling up the bathtub with water as a backup source for water use. Of course, considering the normal uses of the bathtub, water stored in the bathtub is not drinkable. You should store drinking water separately. If you have no other source of water–and water from the bathtub is your own option– food safety experts it should be kept at a rolling boil for 1 to 3 minutes prior to drinking or using in food preparation. The water inside your hot water heater can also be used as an emergency supply if necessary.
Contamination Problems
After a hurricane, your tap water may be unusable because it could become contaminated with a number of diseases causing microorganisms. Water treatment plants could be offline due to hurricane damage or water pipes could be contaminated. This could cause major problems because everyday activities such as drinking, cleaning or bathing with water may not be possible. The water could come into contact with sewage, chemicals, or other types of waste or bacteria that could cause illness. It is important to make sure the water you use for these activities is safe and will not pose threats to you or your family's health. The federal Center for Disease Control recommends:
- Utilize bottled, or treated water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, washing dishes, personal hygiene tasks, and making ice until available water is tested and found to be safe for use.
- Make sure bottled water has not been exposed to contaminated waters. If you suspect the water has been exposed, boil to kill possible bacteria.
- Boiled water may also be used if appliances needed for the boiling process are available. Boiling water is a recommended way to kill microorganisms, which only requires approximately 1-2 minutes of a rolling boil to get rid of most bacteria and parasites.
- To enhance the taste of water after adding a bleach product you can put oxygen back into the water by pouring it back and forth between two containers.
- In case of chemical contamination, boiling your water will not make it safe for use. Another source of water should be used, such as bottled water.
- Use liquid chlorine bleach or chlorine or iodine tablets to disinfect the water. If using chlorine or iodine tablets follow the directions that come with the tablets for use
- If you are unable to boil water consider alternatives to treat the water. There are different procedures to follow depending on whether you have clear or cloudy water coming out of your facet
- For clear water, use 1/8 teaspoon of household chlorine bleach per gallon of water, stir and let stand for 30 minutes before using.
- For cloudy water, filter it through a cloth and add ¼ teaspoon of bleach per gallon, mix and let stand for at least 30 minutes before using. Unfortunately, this method does not kill a significant number of microorganisms, which is why boiling water is the most recommended practice when it comes to disinfecting water.
Water Storage
- When storing water for emergency use during or after a hurricane make sure your containers are not contaminated. This can be done by implementing the use of both a cleaning solution and a bleach solution rinsing process to clean containers thoroughly.
- A mix of soap and water should be placed in the container. Either shake or stir, then rinse. For gallon or letter-sized containers, take a solution of 1 teaspoon of bleach diluted in 1 cup of water to end the disinfection process. The container should be covered and shook, allowing the bleach solution to contact all inside surfaces. Let stand for 30 minutes while covered and rinse with clean water.
During a hurricane, your well may become flooded with contaminated water. In that case, it is vital to disinfect that water in the well before using it in your household. If your well does get contaminated the New York State Department of Health recommends the following procedure to disinfect your well:
- Begin by running the water outside near the well until it becomes clear.
- Next, in a separate bucket near the well casing, mix 10 gallons of water with two quarts of liquid chlorine bleach with 5% chlorine.
- Turn the electrical power off to the well pump when completing the following steps. Remove the cap and seal and set aside.
- Take a hose and place inside the well casing. After turning the well power back on turn water on to run the pump.
- Simultaneously pour mixed bleach solution and run the water from the hose inside the well casing.
- At this point, run every facet inside and outside your home, until a chlorine odor is present, then shut off.
- Then, continue to run the hose inside the well casing for an hour to recirculate the water that has been recently treated with chlorine. Also, wash the inside of the well casing with the hose. When this is finished disconnect the power to the pump and remove the hose from the well.
- Again, take two quarts of liquid chlorine bleach and mix with 10 gallons of water and pour down well casing. This time refrain from using all water for at least 12 hours and up to 24. Make sure to disinfect the well seal and cap with a chlorine solution and replace on well.
- One all of the above is complete, you can turn the pump back on and run the water outside away from grass until the chlorine odor disappears. Repeat the process of turning on all facets inside the home until the odor and taste of chlorine disappear before use.
- At this point, you still have to disinfect the water inside your home (See procedures listed for disinfecting water in your house).


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Using magical powers of deduction we're led to believe that 'TMBTY' stands for "take me back to you". Well, there wasn't any real magic, they just sing that a lot in the lyrics. Puzzles formed while at university in Sheffield and decided that upon graduation they might have a proper crack at this whole music thing and see where it takes them. So far they've done well, bagging some good support slots, critical praise and a slowly building fanbase. So it's all going according to plan, plus that fanbase might get a little bigger when they release their new EP in a few weeks time.
This debut offering will be called 'Little Orchard' and while they're making sure all is as it should be with the finalised songs, we've been allowed a sneak preview, as they've posted this song online for our listening pleasure. 'TMBTY' would probably get called "indie" because it's pop music that's made primarily with guitars, but they're happy to play around a little more too, incorporating electronics and brass into the song. So quite what other interesting elements will appear on the EP remains to be seen, but this is a good start.
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Closing the Gap: the quest to understand prime numbers - Vicky Neale
Join Vicky to learn about recent progress towards proving the famous Twin Primes Conjecture and to hear the very different ways in which these breakthroughs have been made - a solo mathematician working in isolation, a young mathematician displaying creativity at the start of a career, a large collaboration that reveals much about how mathematicians go about their work.
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Steven Cronkhite was a freshman at La Cañada High School when he started a career in law enforcement.
As a member of an Explorer post affiliated with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, the La Cañada Flintridge resident rode along with deputies and assisted a boy who was suffering a seizure. The Boy Scouts of America Learning for Life program recently awarded him the Explorer Leadership Award.
Cronkhite, now 22, is a civilian advisor and hopes to one day become a deputy sheriff. He studies criminal law at Pasadena City College. He answered questions via email for the Valley Sun.
You graduated from the Explorer Academy in 2007. Can you explain what the academy teaches you and how you got involved in it?
The Explorer Academy is a mandatory basic training process that all Sheriff Explorers must go through before being stationed at a patrol station of their choice. The Explorer Academy essentially teaches the recruits business skills. As a recruit, you are taught how to dress professionally, how to take care of your body, may it be healthy eating habits or physical exercises, and to learn public-speaking skills. The academy molds an everyday high school student into a young professional ready for the workplace. The academy is tough, it's a para-military program which breaks down who you think you are while the staff builds you into the man or woman you thought you'd never know.


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Back at the Barnyard makes it debut on the DS in this adventure puzzle game. Become a member of the Barnyard and compete in a series of humorous, wacky, sporting events based on the smash hit Nickelodeon series.
You play the heroic Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon! Control the actions of the daring adventurer, finding your way through the castle of a dark wizard, who has enchanted it with treacherous monsters and obstacles. In the mysterious caverns below the castle, your odyssey continues against the awesome forces that oppose your efforts to reach the dragon's lair. Dragon's Lair is a fully animated classic arcade game from legendary animator Don Bluth.


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We will be running make up heats for 15.1 and 15 1.a If you need to get the workout in...be there at 8 AM for standards review and athlete briefing!
Thank you to our friends at CrossFit Bourne that came and crushed
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The energy, the effort, the PR's, the tunes (thanks Mark!) embodied what the Open is all about! Looking forward to next week already!
March 1st, 2015 is Upper Cape CrossFit's 2nd Anniversary!
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I have enjoyed reading these stories that have been sent in SO much! This one came from Hannah Diane, the owner of a drop-dead gorgeous grey!!! Thank you for sending it in, Hannah! I loved reading it! PS: You can find her blog here.
What is his/her registered and barn name? She doesn't have a registered name that I know of...but when I bought her, I named her Ameera, which is Arabic for princess.
How old? She was 2.5 when I got her- 3, almost 4, now.
- What breed? A paint- but she looks like she has a lot of QH and Arabian in her. She has only two spots that are "painted".
Lineage? ?????
Discipline? Training her in English and Western, by Parelli Natural Horsemanship
What is one thing that your horse hates? Anything she decides she doesn't want to do! :) She doesn't like the western saddle- she doesn't mind my bareback pad, but she hates the big saddle.
What is your favorite thing about your horse? Her beautiful confirmation and her personality. She's a "pocket pony", always wanting to be in my pocket.
How would he/she introduce her/himself to a new herd of horses? Leave everyone alone and expect them to do the same! When other come up to her, she freaks out and runs. If she's the first one there, though, she holds her ground and let's them know who's boss! ;-)
Ameera has taught me a lot of patience and determination! I thought I was a very determined person- until I got her. She's made me step out of my comfort zone and deal with problems before they get big. When I trained her last summer, I never got her fully rideable and then with my senior year this past fall and spring, she went crazy...
Long story short- the Lord worked it out for me to buy my neighbor's pen and move Ameera to my property. In the three weeks I've had her here, we are farther along in our training than we ever got last summer. My poor mother is scared of horses in general, but loves Ameera and my grandma is the wonderful person to foster me since-I-was-born love of horses. One of her best friends, Eunice Rush, wrote the books "Know You, Know Your Horse" (http://www.amazon.com/Know-
Your-Horse-Personalities- Relationships/dp/1570765200)
and "Led By Horses" (http://www.amazon.com/Led- Horses-Why-Horse-Laughs/dp/ 1410752569).
Between my grandma and Eunice, I didn't stand a chance...my love of horses
wasn't going away. I'm just so blessed to have their support all the way! Even
when a "crazy" 17 year old decided her first horse was going to be an
untrained 2 year old mare. There were quite a few people who, when
they heard what I was doing, told me it wasn't wise to get her- and you
know what? They were probably right. But I am so thankful I got her! We've had
our ups and downs- but I don't know what I would do without her!! I am a better
horsewoman because of her. I am very blessed!
~Hannah Diane
Don't forget, if you have a special horse you'd like to share about, shoot me an email! (My email is in the previous guest post) You don't have to add pictures, but I'd prefer them just so people can see your gorgeous fuzzy BFF's, but it's no necessary. If you have a blog, I'll link back to your blog as long as I feel comfortable sharing it with my audience. Thank y'all so much for sending this in, this has been fun so far!! Only doing this through July 1st, so send them in soon. ;) ;) I'll probably do it again, but not for awhile unless one of you guys send me an extremely amazing story and I just have to post it. Which isn't that hard, I'm amazed easily.


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Artificial or synthetic diamonds are (almost) impossible to distinguish from real diamonds. They are just as beautiful, hard and brilliant as real diamonds. The only thing they do not have in common with real diamonds is the production process.
The creation of real diamonds is a natural process. Carbon compresses under high pressure and heated up to 150 to 200 km deep below the surface of the earth. The carbon atoms accumulate over time under pressure and create an octahedron (double pyramid shape). This was also the first shape a diamond was cut into. This process takes millions of years.
The process to make synthetic diamonds is entirely different. They consist of the same raw material, but have a much shorter time to grow. Roughly, there are two methods to create synthetic diamonds. The first is the HPHT method, which stands for 'High Pressure High Temperature'. The second method is the CVD method; this means "Chemical Vapor Deposition".
The HPHT is to create diamonds and to transform poorly colored diamonds into beautifully colored or colorless diamonds. The diamonds heat up to a temperature above 1400 °C. After that, it's time to pressurize the diamonds in three different ways. This is done by a band press, a cubic press and a so-called split-spheres method.
To make diamonds, you need to mill carbonaceous metal in such a way that only the carbon remains. The pure carbon attach to a donor diamond and the carbon creates a larger diam ond by growing around it. The donor diamond is like the seed that forms the basis for the new diamond. To improve a diamond, the diamond only needs pressure. In such cases, there's no need for carbon. Only pressure and temperature reform the stone.
This method allows a diamond to grow by evaporating a mixture of hydrocarbon gases under pressure. This occurs on a surface where carbon remains, so that the diamond grows within a relatively short period of time. The gases usually consist of methane and hydrogen in a ratio of 1:99 and deposit on the surface at a temperature of 800 °C. This method is nowadays the simplest and cheapest to perform.
It is safe to say that artificial diamonds have gained popularity over the last years. This is not that strange as these stones are sometimes cheaper than real diamonds, and can also be purer. The natural "flaws" of Mother Nature's diamonds, are of course not in synthetic man-made diamonds. Since synthetic diamonds differ from natural ones, the diamond cutter has to engrave 'man-made diamond' into the stone. Also in the diamond certificate, you can find whether your diamond is natural or synthetic.
It may seem nice to buy synthetic diamond jewelry. Keep in mind that one of the most important aspects of the diamond lacks in artificial: the authenticity. A diamond's value comes partly from knowing that the little rock traveled for millions of years to eventually be worn by you. No lab grown diamond that was created in a few hours can beat that.
A real diamond is an artwork of mother nature. Because of the way the diamond industry handled its resources decades ago it got a bad reputation when it comes to the environment. The movie Blood diamonds is an example of it. But today the diamond industry is one of the most nature-conscious industry in the world. The Kimberley process and years of progress made us into a flourishing industry I am proud to be a part of. It is sad that the synthetic industry uses the past as a selling point for their products who are made in factories that are far below our standards.
Maybe even more relevant is that a real diamond keeps its value. It is something that you can pass on to future generations and will last forever. A synthetic diamond with regards to value- is meaningless.
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The Puma III cutter is a reliable and affordable cutter for sign makers. The user-friendly control panel comes with a large 20-digit x 2-link LCD and 14 control buttons, providing easy operation and simple navigation. The LCD allows users to glance or monitor all operational settings including offset value, quality mode, cutting speed and cutting force. The AAS II (Accu-Aligning System) guarantees unsurpassed output quality during contour cutting operations.
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XLRI Jamshedpur FPM Admission 2018
XLRI Jamshedpur FPM Admission 2018
Applications are invited from Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur, for Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) for the session starting in 2018 in the following specializations
Information Systems
Production Operations and Decision Sciences
Organisational Behaviour
Personnel Management and Industrial Relations
Human Resource Management and
Strategic Management.
The admissions will take place through XLRI Research Aptitude Test (XL-RAPT-2018), which will be conducted on January 7, 2018.
Candidates must have postgraduate degree. Applicant should have passed centres of higher learning with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), a bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates).
A professional qualification like CA, ICWA or CS with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) Or
A BE/BTech degree or its equivalent with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) and two years of relevant work experience
Candidates can register at http://www.xatonline.in for the exam
Last date for applying is December 31,2017
For more information visit : http://acad.xlri.ac.in/admission/