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Wow, this has been fun. 93 days ago I sent out my first post (Happy Birthday), now 21 postings later we've arrived at a significant milestone. Through your loyalty and spreading the word about this blog it has been visited 1,000+ times. Most of the views are in the
United States but Russia and are also frequent visitors. In total, folks from 11 different countries have stopped in. Germany
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, you've really made my day!
The most read story is still Kill People and Break Things (sent out 19 March, 2012) followed closely by Yes Ma'am (1 April, 2012) and Lessons from my Daddies (12 March,). It seems some stories have a bit of staying power. I've tried to deliver a variety in the subjects from week to week in an effort of keeping this blog entertaining but also informative. It would be easy for me to fall into writing on the daily malfeasance's of politics (I'm a political junkie and they're easy targets).
I wish I knew who number one thousand was; I wanted it to be my son-in-law Aaron. I tried to cheat a bit, at 999 views I called him to tell him to open the blog but I got voicemail. I felt he should have the opportunity to be number 1,000 since he set this up and got me started on writing my little post. Thank you AaronJ
Again Thank You and I hope you continue to visit. I also hope you enjoy reading my little stories as much as I enjoy writing them.
Keep a smile on your face, so people will wonder what you up to…
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The Weekly Round-Up #69 Featuring The Walking Dead, American Vampire, Scalped, And More
Best Comic of the Week:
The Walking Dead #83
Written by Robert Kirkman
Art by Charlie Adlard
I think I've finally read an issue of The Walking Dead that I don't like (but yes, it's still the best of the week). It's not a problem with execution – the tension and pace of this issue are perfect, as the town where Rick and everyone have been living for a while becomes completely overrun by walkers. Kirkman jumps from one group of characters to another very quickly, without much explanation, helping to underscore the protracted amount of time in which all of this stuff is happening. Adlard handles the whole issue beautifully, as the panels become more and more crowded with walkers.
The reason why I don't think I like this issue is because Kirkman does something horrible to one of the characters that I love, and does it in such a way that, while reading the comic, I actually had to stop for a little while to let it sink in. I always figured that there were two characters in this comic that were relatively safe (I'm not going to name them, but it's obvious). I used to expect that there was a larger group of characters that were likely to stick around for a long time, but Kirkman killed off most of them in the prison around about issue 48. After that though, I think I grew complacent in expecting that these two people were going to be okay. This issue has caused me to revise that expectation, in one of the most brutal ways possible.
Of course, I can't really be mad at that – the level of predictability is what has drawn me to this comic from the first time that I read it (issue 7). This issue is such a turning point – Rick screws up badly, with massive consequences – that I'm sure I'll look back at it as a favourite. And really, when's the last time a comic really shocked you? I can truly say that I never saw this one coming.
Other Notable Comics:
American Vampire #13
Written by Scott Snyder
Art by Rafael Albuquerque
The first thing I noticed when I picked up this new issue, which is the first part of the 'Ghost War' arc was that artist Rafael Albuquerque was back, which made me very happy. He has done a phenomenal job on this title, and it's nice to see him return to these characters.
Since it began, American Vampire has been moving forward through the 20th century, and this new story jumps us up to the Second World War, and returns the book's focus to Pearl and her husband Henry. They've been living in hiding since we last saw them, but with the war underway, they've felt the need to get involved in the world. Pearl is working as a nurse, and Henry signed up, although he was considered too old to be sent to the war.
Now though, the Vassals of the Morning Star have a task for him to perform in Taipan, and he jumps at the chance to do his duty. The fact that the Vassals are involved means that there are vampires in Taipan, which is shown in the framing sequence. This looks to be a pretty interesting arc.
What makes this issue work though, is not the plotting, but the touching relationship between Henry and Pearl. He is getting older, but she is not, and as that disparity grows, so does their love for each other. Snyder is really proving himself these days (read this week's issue of Detective Comics!), and Albuquerque is at the top of his game. This is a great comic.
Butcher Baker, the Righteous Maker #1
Written by Joe Casey
Art by Mike Huddleston
You have to appreciate the role that Joe Casey plays in modern comics. It's clear that he loves superhero comics, and in his work, he embraces them, with all their peculiarities and nonsense, with such a fervor that he creates stories that aren't so much satire as pure, unadulterated superheroics. His new book, Butcher Baker, is to the gritty post-heroic 90s of the Watchmen, the Punisher, and Rick Veitch's Brat Pack what his Godland is to Jack Kirby.
Butcher Baker is a retired patriotic superhero (more Comedian than Captain America) who is brought out of retirement (by Dick Cheney and Jay Leno) to help clean up some loose ends. He mostly spends his days having sex with multiple women, and drives a souped-up gigantic semi painted to look like the American flag.
Despite all appearances, it seems his life is kind of empty. Or at least, that's what this issue hints at, but most of this comic is spent establishing his unique character. It's a fun comic, and Huddleston does a great job of showing different eras in Baker's career. I'm not sure if this is a mini-series or an on-going, but it seems interesting enough to get me to stick around for a while.
Caligula #1
Written by David Lapham
Art by German Nobile
I'd told myself that I was going to start trade-waiting Avatar books, since most of the time they are so late anyway, but then I saw the solicitation for this; a David Lapham-written comic set in Ancient Rome. I've always had an interest in this time period, which in recent years has been fueled by HBO's Rome, and more recently by the Ides of Blood series.
This series is starting out as a revenge comic, as a young boy from an olive farming family returns home to market to find that the Roman emperor, Caligula, had raped, murdered, and desecrated his family and home. He heads to Rome, plotting his revenge, and has to immerse himself in the filth and depravity of the city's underside before finally gaining entry to the palace and coming face to face with the mad emperor. Then something strange happens, but I won't spoil it.
Lapham has clearly done his research, and constructs a tightly-plotted story. The artist, German Nobile, is painting this comic, and his look falls squarely into that Avatar house style, but it's still pretty good. I'm definitely on board for this title.
Elephantmen: Man and Elephantman #1
Written by Richard Starkings
Art by Axel Medellin
I feel like I need to judge this comic on two levels. In terms of story, and seen as a new issue of Elephantmen, this issue is pretty good. Hip Flask, who is more or less the main character of this sprawling series, wakes up one morning to discover himself in a human body. Basically, he is living in the reverse of Kafka's Metamorphosis, and we watch as he goes about his day in a human body, going to work as usual, and running into many of the various character that make up the regular cast of this comic.
If we view it as an introduction to the series, albeit through the looking glass, it helps to establish a number of the relationships, even if characters like Tusk and Yvette are included. Of course, it's a hoax, and an interesting one at that, even if it seems outside of character (I don't want to spoil everything). So what we're left with is basically an Elseworlds story, which while kind of amusing, doesn't do anything to advance the series much.
And this is where we have to look at this comic from another viewpoint. It seems that Starkings has interrupted the numbering of this title to create a 'jump-on' comic (similar to Marvel's current .1 initiative), which introduces all of the characters in a false light. Furthermore, this is the start of the next arc, but I'm not sure that the last page of this story is going to be enough to draw in a new reader. But then, Elephantmen always dances to its own beat, so it's all good.
In terms of art, Medellin keeps getting better and better, and I enjoyed the Charley Loves Robots back-up, which gets recapped and extended by two pages here.
Jack of Fables #50
Written by Bill Willingham and Matthew Sturges
Art by Tony Akins, Russ Braun, Andrew Pepoy, Dan Green, and Bill Reinhold
I think it's surprising that this title, which was a spin-off from Fables, lasted for almost half the run of the parent title. That's pretty rare. Jack of Fables was a welcome change in modern comics when it started. It was basically a humour comic linked to another series, which while often filled with humour, is actually a pretty dark affair a lot of the time. Jack, especially in the early issues, was irreverent and very unpredictable.
Jack Horner is not a nice guy, and it was through the large and lovable supporting cast that this book was able to hook me, as Jack worked to escape the Golden Boughs Retirement Community for Fables, worked to stay ahead of the Page Sisters and other dangers, and eventually participated in defending the Boughs from a worse evil. Later, the book crossed over with the Fables title, and that's where it started to lose me, as most of the series's plotlines were resolved. The book was more or less given over to Jack's son, Jack Frost, and I quickly lost all interest in it, dropping it until I realized that Willingham and Sturges were wrapping things up, and returning every last living character to the book's pages.
This issue takes what Jack calls the 'Shakespearian' approach to finishing things, which means just about everyone dies. The story is mostly told through large splash pages, as all these characters that have been gathering for a while turn on each other, and mayhem ensues. It's a fitting end to the title, and much of this issue is amusing, while evoking some twinges of nostalgia.
Two of my favourite features of this comic get one last hurrah. Brian Bolland gives us one last terrific cover (he did most of the covers on this book), and Babe the Blue Ox gets the chance to narrate one last page, revisiting the character of Alonso, the cruelty-free pirate. The Babe pages were frequently the best part of the comic, and I hope that the promised Babe one-shot happens one of these days.
Scalped #47
Written by Jason Aaron
Art by RM Guera
It's no secret that I love Scalped. It never fails to disappoint, as Aaron continues to spin out his tale of the Prairie Rose Reservation. Over the years that I've been reading this comic, I've come to like a great number of the characters, but my favourite has always been Dino Poor Bear, the teenage father and ex-drug dealer who had his eye plucked out a while back.
When we met Dino, he was simply trying to escape the Res, and was ambivalent about his role as a father. As the series has progressed, Dino has embraced parenthood, and has grown to accept his place in the world, as he tries to walk a more narrow path.
This issue is focused on him, and the feelings he has developed for Carol, who has been living with his family since Granny Poor Bear rescued her from her addictions, and quite likely, suicide. Dino and Carol have been spending a lot of time together, and he is still a boy, so it's natural that his heart has moved in the direction it has. Some of the story beats in this issue – the expensive gift, the 'like a brother' speech – were completely predictable, but still work beautifully in Aaron's hands.
Artist RM Guera has always done a good job on this comic, but he kills it with this issue. The last couple of pages, as Dino walks through the night (and crosses paths with Catcher) are incredible. I'm not sure I could love this comic more than I do.
Scarlet #5
Written by Brian Michael Bendis
Art by Alex Maleev
Well, it seems that Scarlet is getting stranger and stranger. At first, Bendis's story about a girl seeking revenge on the corrupt police detective that ruined her life felt like a personal story of redefinition, but as Scarlet's mission has become a movement, the tone of the comic has changed.
Last issue, Scarlet suddenly showed up in the middle of a large gathering of protesters supporting her mission. In this issue, she speaks to the crowd, and one riot cop responds in an out-sized way (and really, what he threw was not standard issue – why would he have that?).
Scarlet herself gets very little screen time in this issue, as we spend most of our time on Angela Going, the detective that got kicked off the case, and Agent Daemonakos, the FBI agent who is taking charge of the investigation. He's a bit of a strange one, and has clearly read The Secret a few times too many. The exchange between him and Going is classic Bendis.
Maleev has some lovely large panels in this issue, and continues to do a phenomenal job.
Undying Love #1
Written by Tomm Coker and Daniel Freedman
Art by Tomm Coker
I picked this comic up on the strength of Coker's artwork, and on that front, this book definitely satisfied. Story wise, I found that things got off to a confusing start, but once the exposition of the back half of the book was out of the way, I was intrigued.
Some American named John Sargent has brought his girlfriend Mei, who happens to be a vampire, to Hong Kong on a quest to find and kill the vampire that turned her, thereby making it possible to cure her. The book opens in some temple, with a confrontation between Sargent and a group of what I suppose are vampires, although nothing is too clear. It's not until he brings her to Hong Kong, and meets with a young boy who is also a mystical healer that things are clarified, and become more interesting.
I think this comic has interested me enough to come back for the second issue, which means it is a success. Coker's art is a huge part of that success.
Quick Takes:
Amazing Spider-Man #657 – This Human Torch tribute issue is pretty nice, with wonderful artwork from Marcos Martin, Ty Templeton, Nuno Plati, and Stefano Caselli. It also helps explain the reasons why Spidey would join up with the FF in their new title. It's too bad that this marks the end of Martin's mini-run on Amazing. I hope he comes back soon.
Avengers #11 – Just in case you missed how overblown this whole Infinity Gems storyline has become, Bendis and Romita kindly tell this whole story through splash pages, as the Hood continues to gather gems, and a hundred Avengers bungle their response. The Watcher shows up, and this comic has what has to be the worst-drawn first page in history. I thought maybe the Watcher was Egghead at first (remember him?).
Captain America #616 – This 70th Anniversary issue is massive. The book opens with a quick re-telling of Cap's origin, drawn by Travis Charest (when's the last time he did interior work?). There's the first chapter of the new Gulag arc, which has Bucky in prison in Russia, and meeting some old Soviet Supersoldiers. Then there are a pile of back-ups, set in a few different places along Cap's career. Mostly they're pretty good, but they are pretty much all familiar, as we revisit the war for the 1000th time, and also see Brubaker teasing Steve Rogers's return to the Captain America mantle (in time for the movie perhaps?). It is cool to see Paul Grist draw Cap, and to see Cullen Bunn, the writer of the incredible Sixth Gun, landing a spot in such a high-profile comic. Good stuff, and a nice solid read.
Detective Comics #875 – Okay, this is just about the perfect Batman comic (even if he doesn't appear until the very end). Instead, Snyder spends the entire issue in James Gordon's head, as he re-examines his relationship with his son, and reflects on an old case that ended suddenly. The writing in this issue is very nuanced, and Francisco Francavilla's artwork, especially the layouts, is perfect. I would read a monthly Commissioner Gordon series by these two over another Bat-title any day. I've been a Francavilla fan for a while now, but I left this week's issue of Black Panther on the stands because I'm not too impressed by the writing on that title. This issue is proof that with a strong writer, Francavilla is one of the best in the business.
Halcyon #4 – I've been enjoying Marc Guggenheim's exploration into Utopian superheroics. The truth behind the GHP (Global Humanitarian Phenomenon – the thing that has made it impossible for anyone to commit an act of violence or crime) is revealed, as the series's Batman analogue stands in opposition to his teammates. This title reminds me more and more of the classic Squadron Supreme mini-series, which is a good thing.
Incognito: Bad Influences #5 – This title wraps up with a great ending. There's not much I can say about this issue without spoiling too much, except that Brubaker does a terrific job of reminding Zack just who and how the world sees him. As much as I like Incognito, I'm always happier when Brubaker and Phillips are working on Criminal, which is set to return in June!
Incredible Hulks #625 – Really? Transgendered insects? Insect infanticide? Man did this arc fall off the rails. The thing that interested me most with this title was the family approach to Hulk-ness; without that continuing, I'm not sure I'm going to stick with it. Another issue like this, and I definitely won't.
Justice Society of America #49 – I've been leaning more and more towards adding this book to my pull-list again, as Guggenheim's story has grown on me, and I like the idea of the JSA setting up shop in, and taking care of, a town with a number of secrets. What hasn't worked for me is the art (is that really Alan Scott's new look?), and the news that Tom Derenick is taking over soon doesn't make me any happier. He's one of the artists I like as little as I do Scott Kolins. Also, I know that I haven't been reading the JSA All-Stars title since it started (granted, neither is anyone else), but I had no idea who a bunch of the characters that showed up in this book are. What's with the girl in the red Blue Beetle costume? And why would she be speaking in a gathering of legendary heroes and old friends like that? So many of these characterizations feel off to me… For now, this book is on being bought on a month by month basis.
Kick-Ass 2 #2 – I have no idea what takes so long for this book to come out. Anyway, this issue introduces us to a Justice League like team (interesting how all the references in this Marvel comic are to DC characters), and Dave finds out that he inspired one of his friends. Then, they all go beat up gangsters, and someone gets his junk bitten off by a dog. So, typical Mark Millar, really. It's entertaining, but also pretty forgettable.
Proof Endangered #4 – Grecian and Rossmo are really cramming a lot into this comic, setting up the big confrontation between Proof and Mi-Chen-Po. There's a lot of payoff for long time readers, but it's getting difficult to navigate all the twists and turns in this title.
Secret Avengers #11 – This issue explores Steve Rogers's shared history with John Steele, although it doesn't tell us too much. It's a decent comic, but it feels a little too quick, especially considering that whatever it is that's going on with Steele has been planned since the start of the Marvels Project a couple of years ago.
Star Wars Legacy: War #4 – Ostrander and Duursema are really pulling out all the stops on these issues, as a huge battle takes place at the hidden Jedi Temple, Darth Krayt unleashes his new Sith Troopers, and some old friends don't survive. This War mini-series would be incomprehensible to a new reader, but it's got a ton of pay-off for someone who's read the entire series (which is what more people should be doing).
Comics I Would Have Bought if They Weren't $4:
Age of X Universe #1
Captain America and the Secret Avengers #1
Incorruptible #16
Suicide Forest #4
Thor #621
Wolverine #7
Bargain Comics:
Age of X Alpha; Chapters 2 – 4 (New Mutants #22 & 23, X-Men Legacy #246) – So much for skipping this event. I read the first chapter last week, and was pretty quickly drawn in to Mike Carey's Elseworlds-style event, mostly because I realised that it's not fully an alternate universe story. I suspect that these are "our" X-Men, and that something bigger is going on. Carey writes a good Rogue (called Legacy, or Reaper, depending on who is speaking in this story), and has done some interesting character work in the middle of his larger story about besieged mutants. I want to know what's going on, so I'm going to stick with this through the last two chapters.
Astonishing Spider-Man & Wolverine #4 – There's a lot more time jumping, but at least things are finally starting to make sense in this series as the bad guy is revealed. I'm not sure how I feel about this story, but Adam Kubert's turning in some very nice work.
Choker #5 – It's all incomprehensibility and decapitations, but I do so like Ben Templesmith's art, even when I can't follow the story…
Hellblazer: City of Demons #1-5
Written by Si Spencer
Art by Sean Murphy
While I always like a good John Constantine story, my interest in this mini-series was largely fueled by my regard for Sean Murphy's artwork on Joe the Barbarian.
This story is kind of strange. In the first issue, Constantine gets hit by a car, and ends up in the hospital for a while. While there, a pair of doctors extract some of his demon blood, and use it to experiment on just about any other surgery patient they can find. This leads to a number of random acts of violence around London, which John has to investigate.
What makes this series strange is the way in which Spencer takes a lot of space to develop a number of characters who are then quickly killed off or otherwise dispatched. While I liked these little character studies, I found that it disrupted the flow of the narrative each time.
But, since I bought these comics for Murphy's artwork, I was still quite happy with the whole thing. His work is not as inventive as it was on Joe, but it's still very good. I found it a little reminiscent of Shade-era Chris Bachalo (mostly because of the lines on peoples' noses), which is always a good thing.
Ides of Blood #6 – This series, which mixed Ancient Roman history (around the time of the death of Caesar) with vampires, was pretty cool. The ending revealed that Valens, our hero, had been manipulated, and that things that happened at the beginning of the series weren't what they seemed. It's too bad this title didn't get more recognition when it came out; it's good.
Incredible Hulks: The Enigma Force #2 & 3 – I miss the Micronauts enough to want to read anything they're in now. This is okay, but it's only whet my appetite to see the team written by Abnett and Lanning. Anyway, this isn't a bad comic, it's just not all that impressive. The third issue is much better than the second.
Invaders Now! #5 – Okay, I'm officially done with buying books that Alex Ross is involved with the plotting of. Even when he does use one of my all-time favourite super-hero teams…
Mighty Crusaders #5 – Enh. My completist side forces me to make purchases like this sometimes.
The Week in Graphic Novels:
North 40
Written by Aaron Williams
Art by Fiona Staples
This book is a good example of a comic that should work quite well, but for whatever reason, doesn't. The concept behind it is excellent – that some kind of strange magic releases powers into just about everyone living within a mostly rural county, and also traps them inside it. The art, by Fiona Staples is terrific, although her muted colour palette got on my nerves after a while.
The problem is that the story is not as coherent as it should be. The characters are introduced quickly, without much time for development, and the plot seems to jump around all over the place. The three central characters are the county sheriff, a country boy named Wyatt (who makes out the best of anyone in the powers department) and a strange girl named Amanda, who doesn't even make it onto the cover of the trade.
These three characters are kind of thrown together, and much of the plotting has that same spaghetti tossed against the wall feeling. There's something towards the end about a mystical city that is supposed to help explain the significance of everything, but by that point, Williams had more or less lost me and I was just looking at the pretty pictures.
Album of the Week:
Orlando Julius and the afro sounders
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text: Eddy County Fair Begins By ARTESIA DAILY PRESS STAFF Published: 2:46 pm, Tue. Jul. 21st, 2015Updated: 2:37 pm Eddy County Fair Board President John Bain prepares to cut the ceremonial ribbon signifying the start of the 2015 Eddy County Fair Monday afternoon at the fairgrounds as other county fair and Eddy County officials, and members of the Artesia Trailblazers and Artesia Chamber of Commerce look on. Visitors had already begun streaming in by 5 p.m. to view exhibits and sample the fair food, with junior livestock shows also beginning Monday evening. The fair will run through Saturday. Teresa Lemon – Daily Press


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Just before a HTPC, the NVIDIA SHIELD TV is the most versatile box you can put in your entertainment console. It supports the playback of 4K HDR from Netflix and YouTube. You can play games from the Google Play Store and stream games from your PC or NVIDIA servers. And you can even set up an emulator for retro games.
Although we've seen retro consoles like the PlayStation Classic and NES Classic, their one-time use can be a bit off. There's nothing wrong with just plugging in and trying to dive into games, but other options are better if you want a multipurpose system. And the NVIDIA SHIELD could be the best of them.
What are Emulators and ROMs?
You need two pieces to play older games on a newer system:
- An E Mulator: This is the software that mimics the classic console and gives your system the ability to play classic games to play. The emulator is responsible for translating controls as well as handling video and audio output. Most emulators also allow you to save status, so you can save your game progress at any time.
- ROMs: These are the software version of the game you are playing.
Emulators are completely legal but the ROM files are a bit darker. Copyright laws vary from country to country. At best, the only legal way to get a ROM is to rip it from a cartridge you own. The cassette must be in your possession and you can not share the ROM file with other people. Before you begin, take a look at the laws in your area and make sure you get your ROMs in a legal way.
Why use the SHIELD feature instead of buying a classic console?
Setting Up Emulators on the Computer SHIELD is not as easy as connecting a NES classic. It's a lot easier than creating your own system and TV friendlier than emulating the games on your PC . And if you are not a game, you can use the same box to watch your favorite shows.
Because NVIDIA has a first-party controller for SHIELD, emulator developers know that the controller will have the most users. This makes it easier to include support for this controller. This means you'll be more fortunate if you can use your favorite retro game right away.
Another advantage of SHIELD is that you can play games from multiple platforms. With PlayStation Classic, you can only play the 20 games it ships with. When you have finished all, the console becomes a decoration (very attractive, mind you). Most SHIELD emulators support a variety of platforms. You can play your NES games, but also SNES, GameBoy, PlayStation, and more from a single device.
View the Games in the Google Play Store
Even if you have a legal copy of your game ROM and emulator To continue playing, you should still consider searching for the same game in the Google Play Store , You'll probably have to buy it again, but even older AAA games like the Grand Theft Auto series by Grand Theft Auto cost less than $ 10. And so you avoid the legal gray area that you need to get the game ROM. You also know that you can download the game from the Play Store at any time, so you do not have to keep your old cartridge and ROM file.
A ported game is likely to perform better than an emulated one, and may have features such as better controller support and cloud saves. It's a bit hard to buy back something you already own, but the convenience is probably worth a few dollars.
That is, let's look at how to get an emulator up and running.
Here's what you need [19659028] You need a few things to do this work:
- RetroArch: This emulator is available for free from the Play Store, so you do not have to worry about whether he is loaded on your device. It also supports a variety of legacy systems, easily store and load states, and supports the SHIELD controller.
- Solid Explorer : This is the best file manager for Android, even on a 160-inch format screen.
- One USB drive: Older game files are tiny, so you do not need a large drive. The approximately twenty games I had were only about 1.3 GB.
Format the USB drive on your Windows computer as NTFS, exFAT, or FAT32.
Loading the ROM Files
Later, it will be easier to divide the ROM files for each system into different subfolders. My NES ROMs are in a folder called "NES". My GameBoy Advance ROMs are in a folder called "GBA" and so on. When you have set up all ROMs folders, copy the entire folder to your USB drive.
Next, insert the USB flash drive into your NVIDIA SHIELD.
Use the navigation pad on the SHIELD remote control to select the Hamburger menu in the upper left corner.
Select the Settings icon.
Use the navigation buttons to move down the list and disable the "Context toolbar below" option. If you do not enable this option, you can use the SHIELD remote to access tools such as copy, paste, and more.
Press the back button on the remote once, then go down and select "USB Drive 1".
Go to the ROM folder, press and hold the center button on the remote control to select it. Navigate up and select the copy icon.
Use the navigation buttons to get to the right side, which by default should list your internal memory. Select the "Clipboard" button to insert the ROM folder.
When the ROM folder has finished copying to its internal memory, press the Home button on the remote control to return to the Android TV Home screen.
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If time is of the essence and you have no means of acquiring the best dog safety harness for cars, perhaps this paragraph should enlighten you as to which models you ought to give a shot. After performing several comparisons and going through hundreds of customer reviews, we have reached the conclusion that the Way-Seven Safety Vest is the product you may want to consider. The model is outfitted with adjustable straps, which allow you to customize the fit as best as possible. It's made from a durable, yet soft material that helps your dog feel at ease even when you're taking him or her to the vet's. The car seat belt is easy to utilize, which means that all your travels with your pup will be safe. In case the Way-Seven Safety Vest is no longer in stock, we suggest going for the Kurgo Tru-Fit 01257.
Buying Guide
It is not an easy task to get a good safety harness for dogs these days, and that's because of the myriad of models available for sale. Since making up your mind is difficult, we've created a guide packed with all the essential info you should take into account before deciding on a particular model.
Why should you get one, in the first place?
The many benefits offered by a dog harness made for car use are undeniable. They range from keeping yourself and your children safe and less distracted. With such a unit, you can keep your eyes on the road instead of having to focus on your pet all of the time in order to see whether he or she hasn't gotten into some kind of trouble.
Most of the choices that we have stumbled upon are made from resilient materials that allow them to be durable. Besides, the buckles and D-rings boasted by the majority of options you will come across are made from metal and have been found to hold well in various conditions.
The right fit can make all the difference
The last thing you'd want to do is make your doggy uncomfortable. Whether he or she is larger or smaller, you need to know that the product you intend to spend your cents on isn't sized inadequately. To ensure that you are able to pick the right size, we suggest measuring the circumference of the neck and chest areas of your pup. Then, match these dimensions to those available in the size chart belonging to the manufacturing brand.
Materials and edges
The best car harness for dogs reviews recommend opting for a model made primarily of synthetic fabrics as they are more durable compared to cotton and other natural materials. However, most of these synthetics can be quite rough, and so it is important to look at the edges of the product in order to make sure that they do not cause chafing.
While the matter of design pertains solely to your personal preferences, the way that the unit makes your dog feel is way more important. Comfort needs to be taken into consideration before anything else.
Ease of use and convenience
It is a good idea to go for a model that features metal attachments both in the front and on the back. This way, you will be able to select the right one for every occasion. In addition to this, you should check out the info provided by the manufacturer to make sure that you get a harness that can be cleaned using a washer.
The weight of the harness should also be considered, as suggested by the best dog seat belt harness reviews. It appears that the more flexible and light it is, the more convenient it can be for you to keep it in a handbag or backpack and use it whenever an opportunity arises.
Top Dog Safety Harnesses in 2020
As we cannot make the right call for you, we have compiled a list of the most critically acclaimed choices available these days. All of these harnesses have received plenty of favorable reviews, which is why you should throw them an eye if you haven't made up your mind just yet.
Way-Seven Safety Vest
This unit is available in sizes ranging from small to extra-large, so you can choose the right one for your dog breed. It is a convenient alternative as it is easy to put on and take off. It's made from durable material and features a 100% polyester mesh lining that keeps the harness lightweight.
The tightness of the product can be adjusted thanks to the straps that it has been outfitted with. Besides, the lead clip that it comes with will allow you to attach it to the safety belt that already exists in your car.
Those who have opted for this choice say that it is a strong model that offers plenty of value for the money. It's easy to use and fits well. Besides, since it seems reasonably sturdy, it has a high chance of withstanding the test of time. In addition to all of this, it keeps your pup safe, which is, after all, the main purpose of such a product.
The number of negative reviews in relation to this alternative is so little that we hardly have anything to note in this sense. However, there have been complaints from people who own canine escape artists as it seems that the harness can't perform well for these users.Buy from Amazon.com
Kurgo Tru-Fit 01257
The Kurgo model is another product you may want to consider if you are in the market for a product that works well and does what it's supposed to do. It is convenient, versatile, and easy to use, but since there have been reports from people who say that it might not be great for everyday use, you may have to utilize it only when you take car rides with your pet.
The unit was crash tested and deemed safe, which is a reassuring aspect that you should take into account. What's more, the Kurgo Tru-Fit comes with the seat belt tether included, so you have nothing to worry about on this account. Plus, the choice has been found to be compatible with the vast majority of seat belt systems installed in cars across the United States nowadays.
The company has made a size chart available for you to be able to match the dimensions of your dog's chest and neck to those of the harness you intend to purchase. As for negative feedback, it's worth noting that some individuals note that the placement of the buckles could have been better.Buy from Amazon.com for ($40.49)
Pawaboo Car Vest
If you have a small to large dog breed, the Pawaboo might be a good choice to keep in mind. After all, it is made of 100% polyester, which means that you will be able to utilize it for as much time as possible. Thanks to the design boasted by this alternative, you'll have no problems putting it on and taking it off of your dog.
In addition to this, it's worth noting that the model is both soft and lightweight, which allows you to carry it conveniently in a bag of your choice. Moreover, the sponge padded plate that can be found in the chest area is comfortable and provides extra protection in the unlikely event of an accident.
The vest is compatible with a wide array of vehicles, but if you own a 2011 Jeep Wrangler, a Kia Niro, or a 2013 Honda Pilot, this model is not a great fit for your automobile. While most of the reviews that we came across praise the quality of this harness, we also have to address several complaints so as to make our review unbiased. Some owners note that the Pawaboo vest is not designed for dogs that are larger. It may be less comfortable for walking your pet every day.Buy from Amazon.com for ($12.99)


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In September 2011, in northern Yemen, C.I.A. Predator drones killed Anwar al-Awlaki, an American citizen who was then 40 years old. He was a skinny, charismatic preacher educated at Colorado State University. As a younger man he had displayed a weakness for prostitutes and had devoured books about leadership like "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," by Stephen R. Covey. At the time of his death, Mr. Awlaki advocated killing fellow Americans in the name of jihad. He had embraced Al Qaeda's branch in Yemen and had participated in plots to blow up American airplanes.
In his authoritative, nuanced chronicle of Mr. Awlaki's life and the Obama administration's decision to end it, Scott Shane, a New York Times reporter who covers terrorism and national security, calls Mr. Awlaki's deliberate killing by his government, without a trial or court order, an example of the "dirty hands" concept in ethics. The decision was an act "simultaneously morally required and morally forbidden." President Obama's choice has stained his legacy even if it was the least-bad alternative he faced, Mr. Shane suggests.
As a rule, terrorists are not a subtle species, but Mr. Awlaki presented many challenging complications. His principal gift was gab. As Mr. Awlaki became more radical and more violent, his talent as a digital-era communicator in English made him distinctively threatening to a terror-rattled American society that protects free speech.
Mr. Awlaki's fluency in American idioms explains some of his charisma — he pushed his ideas amid winking references to Michael Jackson and other icons of global popular culture. His influence flowed as a one-man brand across multiple, evolving Internet platforms. If Osama bin Laden was a media pioneer in the age of transnational satellite television, Mr. Awlaki updated his methods for YouTube.
Mr. Shane provides the first full biography of Mr. Awlaki, drawn from diverse sources; his account of Mr. Awlalki's radicalization is admirably restrained about his subject's elusive inner motivations, yet also engagingly detailed. After drifting through college, Mr. Awlaki discovered that he was a gifted storyteller. Initially, when he served as an imam in San Diego and Northern Virginia, the sermons he distributed in CD boxed sets were traditional, as Mr. Shane describes them, offering "stirring tales of the early heroes" of Islam or self-help advice.
Mr. Awlaki came to the attention of the F.B.I. because two of the Sept. 11 hijackers passed through his mosques. That fact has raised questions about Mr. Awlaki's possible role in the attacks on New York and Washington. Yet Mr. Awlaki said repeatedly that he had never met the hijackers, and documented remarks he made in the fall of 2001 indicate that he did not endorse Al Qaeda's violence at that time. Mr. Shane helpfully sorts and weighs the conspiracy evidence like a lawyer arguing both sides of a trial. In the end, Mr. Shane finds the allegation that Mr. Awlaki collaborated with the Sept. 11 plotters "unpersuasive."
Mr. Awlaki preached rectitude but conducted his private life on other terms. He should have known that after Sept. 11, the F.B.I. was watching him, yet he remained a cheerful and persistent customer of Washington-area prostitutes. The F.B.I. photographed him clandestinely and interviewed the women who served him.
When Mr. Awlaki realized that the F.B.I. had a book on him, making him vulnerable to exposure or coercion, he left the United States in 2002 and never returned. Mr. Shane speculates artfully about the humiliation, anger and fear Mr. Awlaki might have experienced at this turning point. In London, his initial destination, Mr. Awlaki joined an environment of more inflamed anti-Western preaching as the war in Iraq unfolded. Later, returning to his family's homeland, Yemen, he made his way toward violent action with Al Qaeda.
Mr. Shane juxtaposes the story of Mr. Awlaki's rise with that of President Obama's evolution as a counterterrorism strategist. The pairing proves to be unsatisfying. Mr. Awlaki is an original, vivid subject, whereas Mr. Shane's take on Mr. Obama feels more indirect and familiar. Yet Mr. Shane rescues the Washington strand of his narrative with a well-sourced, judicious chronicle of the administration's historic decision to kill Mr. Awlaki.
If an American moves abroad, declares war against his country, and participates in violence directed at fellow citizens, common sense might suggest a right to reply in kind. The laws of war generally allow nations to defend themselves against an imminent violent threat of the sort Mr. Awlaki posed in the final years of his life. President Obama reportedly called his decision to kill Mr. Awlaki "an easy one."
Mr. Shane's account exposes that complacency. While assessing the vital constitutional issues and trade-offs with as much detail as the record available allows — the Obama administration has resisted transparency, citing national security — Mr. Shane provides a publicly accessible account of the decision. In essence, Mr. Shane makes clear, the president arrogated to himself in secrecy the right to unilaterally waive an American's Fifth Amendment guarantee of due process, if that guarantee is understood to include a day in court when facing capital charges, as one might hope it does.
Mr. Obama concluded that capturing Mr. Awlaki in Yemen for trial was "infeasible," an eye-of-the-beholder judgment, without clear standards or any mechanism for outside review, that weighed a citizen's constitutional protections against the risks of a military capture operation. The availability of lethal drones tilted the decision toward killing because the machines seemed antiseptic. The president's lawyers tried to narrow their advice to emphasize Mr. Awlaki's particular, urgent danger and to avoid setting a broad precedent, Mr. Shane reports. Yet the reader cannot help noting that a precedent has been written nonetheless, a template that might well tempt future presidents during a crisis or an episode of deep domestic unrest.
Mr. Shane ends his tale by observing that as a terrorist, Mr. Awlaki has survived his own execution. His videos remain accessible online and more than a dozen young men who have participated in violent attacks since Mr. Awlaki's death have "considered Awlaki their posthumous mentor," in Mr. Shane's words. These included the French-Algerian brothers who murdered a dozen people in the Paris offices of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in January. The Islamic State has now adapted Mr. Awlaki's library of incitement for its communications campaign. Mr. Obama eliminated the man, but not the threat he posed.


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Six years in prison and 223 lashes (no more, no less). This is the punishment handed down by Iran's Revolutionary Court to the Iranian-Kurdish filmmaker Keywan Karimi. 223 words (no more, no less) will be the response of film-makers from all around the world in defence of his situation, creating a collective film entitled 223 words, as announced in the newspaper El País.
Andrés Duque, James Benning, Ignacio Agüero and Montxo Armendáriz have expressed their solidarity with words such as freedom, peace, and embrace, but the film 223 words is a living being. It will be constantly updated until it reaches the number that, far from being magic, highlights the injustice and inhumanity shown in his case which, should his appeal fail on 23 December, will be added to that of directors such as Jafar Panahi whose freedom has also been threatened in Iran. Day in day out, week in week out, we will come to realise that there are filmmakers who, through the power of their word, convey a common message of freedom of expression, 223 words by and for Keywan Karimi, forcing the world of film and the international community to reflect.
Accused of anti-Government propaganda, Keywan insists that his films are his best defence: "Before you judge me, see my films". In spite of his youth, his short films (available on his Vimeo channel) have never shied away from controversial subjects for Iranian society, such as the smuggling of gasoline across his country's border, the lack of help and welfare for those affected by Multiple Sclerosis, and the questionable actions of Iran's juvenile courts. However, it was with his documentary Writing on the city that he revealed the political and counter-cultural importance of graffiti in Teheran in recent history, which led the authorities to hunt him down.
After entering his apartment and confiscating his computer, destroying his hard drives, one copy of the film could be saved and it is now in Pamplona. Writing on the city will receive its global premiere at the next edition of the Punto de Vista Festival, from 8 to 14 February 2016. Until then, each of the 223 words will provide a gesture of sympathy, but also adds weight to his campaign as he awaits his verdict.
To sign in defence of Kaywan Karimi click on the platform created by the San Sebastián Film Festival.


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You don't have to own a sprawling multi construction complex to want to inspire clients or customers with the curb appeal of your business. A single office building or retail store deserves the artistic touch that a professional landscape service can provide.
A landscape architect will draw up a plan with consideration to the architecture of the building and making allowances for future alterations. He will want to meet with you on site in order to get an understanding of what you have in mind for the landscape scheme of your location.
A landscape design doesn't necessarily have to be elaborate in order to impress, but if you're going to splurge on one specific area of your commercial business site, make it the entryway. That's what people see from the street and it provides that all important first impression for potential clients who are visiting your business for the first time. Your landscaper may suggest a splash of color or a water feature as a focal point.
The main purpose of any landscape is to draw the eye of the beholder to the aesthetic value of the property but there are some practical concerns that should be taken into consideration when designing a landscape plan. An experienced planner knows that the elements of the landscape have to be in accord with the space. There has to be room for the growth expectancy of the landscape. Overhanging branches or leaves that fall and gather on the walkways can become safety factors for customers and employees entering your building.
A business is in operation year round and its landscape should accentuate each season. A landscaper who is familiar with your geographical climate will be able to select the trees and flowering shrubs that will flourish accordingly.
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Encryption is fast becoming one of the doubled-edged aspects of the Android world. There is little doubting that at the end-user side, consumers want the ability to be able to encrypt their devices or have them encrypted out of the box. The obvious benefit being a device which is far less susceptible to being breached by anyone or any group. However, there are downsides to encryption and this is exactly what is fueling the current debate. Having a device or a service encrypted can led to a number of issues for law enforcement, government and so on. And now it looks as though California is starting their own internal debate.
A new bill has been introduced into legislation by assembly member Jim Cooper (D-Elk Grove) and this ones looks to prohibit the sale of devices in the state of California which cannot be decrypted. "Bill 1681" is designed to ensure that all smartphones which are manufactured from the beginning of 2017 and destined to be sold in California are able to be decrypted if needed. Devices which do not abide by the legislation could see the seller landing a fine of up to $2,500 per device. As such, this would have a direct impact on a number of devices which come running on Android, as encryption has quickly become a staple feature Google wants to promote.
Of course, at the moment, the bill is not law and still has to pass through the usual methods before it could become enforceable. Similar to the process which is currently in effect in New York. In fact, most of the current bill seems to be very much in line with the bill being put forward in New York. The most recent news on the New York bill came through last week when it was reported New York residents will be offered the opportunity to vote on the banning of encrypted devices. The vote itself will not impact directly on the outcome or decision, but instead will be used to provide guidance on how the public would like the vote to proceed. Whether California follows with a public vote remains to be seen, although, it would be interesting to see the results of such a vote in a state which is so highly technology driven.


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Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC, designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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This activity is supported by an educational grant from Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
Advances in™ Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources
Release Date: December 31, 2018
Expiration Date: December 31, 2019
Media: Internet - based
Activity Overview
This activity, Advances in™ Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources, developed in Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC, (PER®) established Advances in™ legacy format, will increase awareness of the presenting signs and symptoms of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders (LC-FAODs). Management strategies to improve quality of life (QoL) and emerging new therapies for LC-FAODs will be highlighted, with an emphasis on individualized treatment. Case vignettes throughout will bring important information on this uncommon but highly burdensome metabolic disorder into clinical practice.
You will hear experts discuss ongoing clinical trials and early experience with compassionate use of the novel agent triheptanoin, as they provide their perspectives on how new treatments may impact long-term outcomes of patients with LC-FAOD, and guide participants on potential application to clinical practice.
Benefits of Completing Activity
By participating in this exciting program, you will learn about:
- The pathophysiology and symptoms of LC-FAODs phenotypes, especially in pediatric patients
- Individualized management strategies to improve QoL and outcomes for patients with LC-FAOD
- The latest clinical data to tailor therapeutic strategies for patients with LC-FAOD
Acknowledgement of Commercial Support
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
Instructions for This Activity and Receiving Credit
Target Audience
This educational activity is directed toward pediatricians, PCPs, NPs, PAs, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with LC-FAOD.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this activity, you should be better prepared to:
- Define the pathophysiology and symptoms of LC-FAOD
- Identify disease management options to achieve individualized care for patients with LC-FAOD
- Apply knowledge of the mechanisms of action and adverse drug reactions of emerging therapies to clinical management of patients with LC-FAOD
Faculty, Staff, and Planners' Disclosures
Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD
University of Pittsburgh
Cleveland Family Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research
Professor of Human Genetics
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Chief of Medical Genetics
Director, Center for Rare Disease Therapy
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Disclosures: Grant/Research Support: NIH, Reno Pharmaceuticals, Ultragenyx Pharmaceuticals Inc. Investigational/Off-Label Use of Drugs/Devices Disclosure: Triheptanoin (in clinical trials)
Nicola Longo, MD, PhD
Professor and Chief
Division of Medical Genetics
Department of Pediatrics
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Disclosures: Grant/Research Support: Ultragenyx Pharmaceuticals Inc. ( support for participation in clinical trials) Investigational/Off-Label Use of Drugs/Devices Disclosure: Triheptanoin (in clinical trials)
The staff of PER® have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.
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Additionally, PER® is required by ACCME to resolve all COI. PER® has identified and resolved all COI prior to the start of this activity by using a multistep process.
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Insight from Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD — PER Pulse™ Recap:
Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources
The online continuing medical education activity, Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources, first describes the effects of genetic defects in enzymes needed for fatty acid metabolism and then uses patient cases to elaborate on presenting symptoms and current treatment strategies. Reviews of emerging treatments, including clinical trial experience with triheptanoin are then shared by international thought leaders Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD, and Nicola Long, MD, PhD, as part of a lifelong approach to management of fatty acid oxidation disorders.
This first of 3 PER Pulse™ Recaps for Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources will focus on the pathophysiology of fatty acid oxidation disorders and recognition of symptoms.
Fatty acid oxidation disorders comprise a group of about 20 defects in fatty acid transport and mitochondrial β-oxidation, which are inherited as autosomal recessive mutations.1 In varying degrees, these defects prevent released stores of body fat from being broken down when glycogen reserves have already been consumed for energy production.
Fatty acid oxidation generates energy needed during fasting and stress by releasing fats from body stores and transporting them in the blood by specialized proteins so they can enter cells. Once in the mitochondria of cells, fats are activated to a chemical form that can be broken down by fatty acid oxidation. This process releases 2-carbon units, acetyl coenzyme A (acetyl-CoA), which enters the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle. Both fatty oxidation and the TCA cycle produce reducing equivalents that are fed into the final pathway of energy generation, the respiratory chain. The respiratory chain then makes adenosine triphosphate, the cellular currency of energy. Anywhere in the process, from the release of fats to their breakdown inside the cells, if the process isn't working properly due to genetic defects in the specialized proteins, there is an interruption in the ability of the body to make energy and symptoms develop.
Although state-mandated newborn screening detects the most commonly observed mutations, signs and symptoms can present a few hours after birth or not until childhood; they even present during adulthood2 with symptoms that can often be overlooked and confused with other disorders. Signs and symptoms of long chain-fatty acid oxidation disorders (LC-FAODs) characteristically manifest during higher energy demands, such as illness, fever, fasting, prolonged exercise, or a combination of these demands. The clinical presentations are typically hypoketotic hypoglycemia that can culminate in convulsions, coma, and brain damage; cardiomyopathy, which can be fatal, especially in infants; and myopathy, presenting as muscle weakness, myalgia, exercise intolerance, myoglobinuria, and recurring rhabdomyolysis.2
Potential warning signs of a FAOD during pregnancy include the appearance of acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) or HELLP (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelets) syndrome. These conditions occur for unknown reasons, but they are more frequent in women who are carriers for a FAOD, specifically a deficiency of LCHAD (long chain 3-hydroxyacyl coenzyme A dehydrogenase) and if the unborn child is affected with a LCHAD deficiency.2
- Vishwanath VA. Fatty acid Beta-oxidation disorders: a brief review. Ann Neurosci. 2016;23(1):51-55. doi: 10.1159/000443556.
- Knottnerus SJG, Bleeker JC, Wüst RCI, et al. Disorders of mitochondrial long-chain fatty acid oxidation and the carnitine shuttle. Rev Endocr Metab Disord. 2018;19(1):93-106. doi: 10.1007/s11154-018-9448-1.
"Fatty acid oxidation disorders are identified by newborn screening, so most of the time, patients are referred to metabolic centers pre-symptomatically. Occasionally an infant with this disorder is severe enough to become symptomatic before that happens, either when becoming sick or if not eating. Young infants may present with just some irritability, feeding difficulties, or marginally low glucose, but the biggest concern is very rapid progression to life-threatening hypoglycemia ─reduction in level of consciousness, cold, clammy skin, tachycardia."
— Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD
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Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources
This second of 3 PER Pulse™ Recaps for Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources will focus on current treatment and management of LC-FAODs.
Treatment for LC-FAODs generally involves adherence to a low-fat diet, with restricted long-chain fatty acid intake and substitution with shorter chain fatty acids, such as medium chain fatty acids (eg, MCT oil). Essential fatty acids must be supplemented in order for there to be synthesis of lipids in the brain and for brain development. Supplementation with carnitine is controversial for LC-FAODs as it could induce toxic accumulation of long-chain acyl-carnitines and CoA's with associated ventricular fibrillation and rhabdomyolysis.1-2 If carnitine is used, it is only given in small doses. Fasting and exposure to environmental extremes must be rigorously avoided, and exercise should be limited.3
Although there are no published guidelines for treatment of FAODs, guidance is provided by expert consensus statements, which vary from country to country. These expert recommendations list specific dietary guidelines for percentages of long and medium chain acids, supplements, and nutrients needed, depending on the specific FAOD.
FAODs require very specific management by a metabolic specialist with experience in these disorders and through the collaboration of a multidisciplinary team consisting of a pediatrician or primary care physician, dietician, and additional specialists to address any comorbidities. The metabolic specialist ensures that all evaluations of organs are done at specified intervals to identify problems early and treat aggressively. The dietitian analyzes the diet and recommends supplements based on the specific FAOD, recognizing the status of the patient. The primary care practitioner should stay in contact with the metabolic specialist and other specialists, such as a cardiologist, to optimize the overall care of the patient.
Acute management of patients with LC-FAODs is required during metabolic crisis and should be aimed at supplying sufficient glucose to prevent cell damage, especially in muscles. Glucose should be administered even if the patient is normoglycemic as rhabdomyolysis can develop without hypoglycemia. While rhabdomyolysis can be monitored by plasma creatine kinase levels, symptoms usually occur several hours before an elevation of plasma creatine kinase is detected. Hyperglycemia should be treated with insulin and not by reducing glucose intake. Sodium and potassium should be monitored and supplemented, if necessary. In case of fever, antipyrogenic medication should be prescribed. Besides dietary management, aggressive treatment of comorbidities is essential.3
- Exil VJ, Gardner CD, Rottman JN, et al. Abnormal mitochondrial bioenergetics and heart rate dysfunction in mice lacking very-long-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2006;290(3):H1289–97.
- Watanabe K, Yamada K, Sameshima K, et al. Two siblings with very long-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (VLCAD) deficiency suffered from rhabdomyolysis after L-carnitine supplementation. Mol Genet Metab Rep.2018;(15):121-123.
- Knottnerus SJG, Bleeker JC, Wüst RCI, et al. Disorders of mitochondrial long-chain fatty acid oxidation and the carnitine shuttle. Rev Endocr Metab Disord. 2018;19(1):93-106. doi: 10.1007/s11154-018-9448-1.
"The mainstay of treatment is avoidance of fasting. Babies are recommended to be fed every 2 to 3 hours, but as children develop, the fasting can be prolonged between meals. Another consideration is how aggressively to treat illness and fever, because when children become sick, they stop eating and can become acutely sick. The primary care provider and emergency room physician should be familiar with a precise emergency treatment plan specific for these patients."
— Nicola Long, MD, PhD
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Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources
This third of 3 PER Pulse™ Recaps for the Advances in™: Rare Diseases: Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders – Improving Energy Production Through Alternative Sources will focus on emerging treatments for LC-FAODs.
Currently, the only FDA-approved treatment for FAODs is carnitine. Carnitine is therapeutic for carnitine transporter deficiency but is not necessary in medium chain acyl-coenzyme-A dehydrogenase deficiency, and there are concerns for its use in LC-FAODs. Accumulations of long-chain acylcarnitines in animal models have triggered an arrythmia. This hasn't been validated in humans, and supplementation when carnitine reaches single-digit levels is used for patients with LC-FAODs. Otherwise, its use is avoided.
Several therapies are currently being evaluated for FAODs. Triheptanoin (UX007),1 a C7 fatty acid, addresses an imbalance that occurs in FAODs with sole treatment of MCT oil, a C8 fatty acid, which metabolizes to the 2-carbon substrate acetyl-CoA to enter the TCA cycle. The TCA cycle also requires 3-carbon propionyl-CoA, which is provided by triheptanoin along with two C2 acetyl CoAs. In clinical trials, triheptanoin has been shown to be very effective in treating hypoglycemia and relatively effective in cardiomyopathy. However, a reduction in frequency or intensity of rhabdomyolysis occurred in only about a third of those treated with triheptanoin, and ongoing clinical studies are required to demonstrate clinical significance.
Other drug classes proposed to treat LC-FAODs include peroxisome proliferator–activated receptor (PPAR) agonists, a genetic element that regulates genes of FAODs and energy enzymes within the mitochondria. One of these PPAR agonists that has been evaluated is bezafibrate, but with equivocal results. A new subgroup is a PPAR-δ agonist (REN001), which has demonstrated more potency than bezafibrate and is currently being evaluated in a safety and tolerability study for treatment of LC-FAODs.2 Other potential novel interventions for FAODs include TCA-cycle intermediates and mitochondrial-targeted antioxidants.
- Long-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders (LC-FAOD) Extension Study for Subjects Previously Enrolled in Triheptanoin Studies. clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02214160. Updated March 4, 2019. Accessed March 21, 2019.
- A Study of the Safety of REN001 in Patients With Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders. clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03833128. Updated February 6, 2019. Accessed March 21, 2019.
"Triheptanoin has been shown in clinical trials to be very effective in treating hypoglycemia, which is very valuable in the first couple years of life for patients with LC-FAODs. In fact, in all the patients who have ever been treated with triheptanoin, there are no bona fide episodes of anyone ever having an episode of hypoglycemia again."
— Jerry Vockley, MD, PhD
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JUNE 16 — Facebook — well, social media in general — has proved itself to be a powerful tool in the world of politics.
We've seen revolutions and elections deeply influenced by social media campaigns and powerful politicians like Donald Trump have been able to use social media platforms to speak directly to supporters and the people at large, bypassing traditional media.
Of course, in Singapore and Malaysia, we see politicians of all stripes regularly taking to social media for all sorts of reasons — though obviously self-promotion is the priority.
Personally, I've long been a fan of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's Facebook page.
The team behind the page have struck a strong balance between current information and content that make the prime minister seem human and approachable.
But recently the team made something of a blunder.
In a condolence message posted on Facebook following the death of former Thai Prime Minister Prem Tinsulanonda on May 26, PM Lee praised ex-PM Prem for resisting the Vietnamese invasion of Cambodia in the late 1970s.
This post led to immediate condemnation from the governments of Vietnam and Cambodia.
Because the "invasion" mentioned in the post effectively ended the disastrous rule of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia. It also set in motion the events that would lead to current Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen taking power.
Not surprisingly Hun Sen issued a statement condemning Lee's choice of words.
The Cambodian PM went on to say that Lee's statement "reflects Singapore's position then in support of the genocidal regime and the wish for its return to Cambodia."
The Vietnamese foreign ministry also issued a missive criticising the comment.
Rebukes from our neighbours and partners shouldn't be taken lightly; the point is that Facebook posts can have consequences and that history is a matter of perspective.
Factually PM Lee is right: Vietnam did indeed invade Cambodia in the late 70s.
Now whether their primary aim was liberation or extending their own influence is open for debate but the end result was the end of a terrible regime in Cambodia.
Remember this was a time of Soviet, US and Chinese blocs all competing for influence and things were a bit murky from every perspective.
The simple reality though is that there was probably no need to bring all this up in a condolence message.
In fact, beyond points of Cold War history, PM Lee's message raised a few other troubling questions.
By condemning Vietnam's 1970s/80s involvement in Cambodia, the PM was effectively restating Singapore and Asean's long-standing policy of non-interference.
Basically, regardless of circumstances, Asean members should not interfere in each other's domestic business — but is this really a sound policy?
Having seen Asean sit by largely idle as Myanmar worked to exterminate the Rohingyas, you have to ask if it's the right path.
PM Lee's message also reminded the region of Singapore's traditional alignment towards the US as the US was a staunch opponent of Vietnam's activity in Cambodia and a strong ally of Thai PM Prem.
Again, in a changing world and region, is that the stance we continue to hold... to be closer to the US than any other major power?
Lots of questions from a single FB post. In future, I suggest the social media team stick to something simple like, "Sorry for your loss."
* This is the personal opinion of the columnist.
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There has been some disappointing rhetoric about bridges, tolls, and congestion coming out of the stirred soup of next month's Provincial election. While one candidate wants to restrict Port Mann bridge vehicle tolls to a 500 dollar annual upset amount-after that you are driving for "free"-another candidate says they will take away tolls entirely. Of course both of these approaches will induce further demand for vehicular travel, and further accentuate the 20th century approach to motordom where the car is king. Missing in this posturing is the reasoned and prudent approach to encouraging mass transit and car share, moving in the region as if livability and accessibility matter.
Metro Vancouver mayors have been discussing an approach reported by Marcello Bernardo with CKNW "seeking approval to toll all bridges, so the money collected can be spent on transit improvements, but there's been resistance from Victoria. The Port Mann and Golden Ears Bridges have also been losing money because many drivers take alternate toll-free crossings."
In Metro Vancouver "Port Moody Mayor Mike Clay says both pledges send the wrong message.You need to pay for this infrastructure somehow and you need to make it a little bit of a social penalty for encouraging people not to drive everywhere in their cars." Clay is one of several Metro Vancouver mayors pushing for every bridge crossing in the region to be tolled."Why isn't it a dollar or two dollars on every bridge crossing?"
Mayor Clay also mentions a conundrum-while gas tax go to fund transit systems, electric cars are not taxed, and in "some cases, we're supplying the electricity for the cars, so we need to be very careful about doing things that encourage sprawl and encourage the use of a single-occupant vehicle."
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A crafter of many years, interested in many types of creative enterprises. I decided it was time to enter the 21st century and put this out to the big wide world
Wednesday, 13 July 2011
Flowers - One Layer Card
This card if for the Crafty Cardmakers #50 Challenge and what a challenge it was too. The one layer technique is exactly what it says - put your image straight onto the card blank with little or no embellishment.
For this A5 card I chose to use the Donna Dewberry one stroke painting method. Unlike Sheena Douglass' paint fusion technique, this is done without the aid of the safety net of using stamps to give you an outline to paint. This is done entirely by hand starting with an clean sheet of card!
Once the paint had dried overnight, I tinted the edges with Dusty Concord Distress Ink and stamped "With Love" in the bottom right hand corner with green ink. Stamp by Sheena Douglass.
I only started trying this technique last weekend so I am delighted with the results. I hope you like it too.
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Wow Shirl you really do seem to have the gift, and have mastered the Sheena Douglas painting art, your card is stunning. well done hugs ShirleyxxxxReplyDelete
Oh wow wow wow!! This is stunning! What a fantastic job you have done and you only started a week ago?! OMG that really is amazing :) Thanks so much for joining us at Crafty Cardmakers.ReplyDelete
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Well Shirl this would be amazing at any time but to read you only started this technique a week ago WOW, WOW, WOW.ReplyDelete
Absolutely stunning.
Perfect example of a one layer card.
Thanks for joining us at Crafty Cardmakers this time.
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I'm with Lin on ths one!!! WOW WOW WOW and can I come for lessons, lol. Fabulous card. Thanks for joining us at Crafty Cardmakers. xxReplyDelete
wow well done this is gorg.ReplyDelete
Thank you for popping over and taking the time to leave a comment. I love to receive them. Hugs, Shirl xx


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With the decline and eventual end of historical rates of lithographic scaling, we arrive at a crossroad where synergistic and holistic decisions are required to preserve Moore's law technology scaling. Numerous emerging technologies aim to extend digital electronics scaling of performance, energy efficiency, and computational power/density, ranging from devices (transistors), memories, 3D integration capabilities, specialized architectures, photonics, and others. The wide range of technology options creates the need for an integrated strategy to understand the impact of these emerging technologies on future large-scale digital systems for diverse application requirements and optimization metrics. In this paper, we argue for a comprehensive methodology that spans the different levels of abstraction – from materials, to devices, to complex digital systems and applications. Our approach integrates compact models of low-level characteristics of the emerging technologies to inform higher-level simulation models to evaluate their responsiveness to application requirements. The integrated framework can then automate the search for an optimal architecture using available emerging technologies to maximize a targeted optimization metric.
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This post by author Jo Knowles resonated with me. I too believe deeply, strongly, absolutely in the power of small moments. That every exchange with have with someone is an opportunity to make a connection. Or not.
This power is something I try to remember every moment – big or small – that I am at my job. Although I used to be a teacher and have studied writing much more extensively than anything medically-related, I work in school health offices. It's a bit random, a job that happened along the way and has somehow grown.
Usually, if someone comes into a health office, there's a problem. It's often not health-related, but it's still a real and valid problem. It's important that I make that person feel heard. It's within my power to greet others and set a certain tone. As Uncle Ben said to Peter Parker, "With great power comes great responsibility."
To be honest, I spend a lot more time doing this job than I'd like. There are plenty of days that I'd rather be home writing. But, this job also informs my writing.
I meet many many children, in all shapes of sizes and colors, with all kinds of strengths and weaknesses and feeling all kinds of moods. I hear what matters to them. See how they react to certain experiences. I hear real live kiddos (who've often had experiences I've never been through) speak real live dialogue. I interact with a lot of adults, too. I meet school office staff, teachers, aides, counselors, and nurses. I talk to a lot of parents.
Other wonderful things about my job:
- There is no preparation required. It's important in the moment, and then I leave and forget it all. (Unless I'm scavenging for my writing.)
- There are quiet moments that allow for daydreaming.
- It's part time.
- School vacations are awesome.
We all have to balance life – whatever it looks like – with this writing obsession. So try to be where you are when you're there. Then come back to the words that much richer.
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