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I must know the number of individuals are utilizing RedBean ORM inside your php production sites and what's your knowledge about it (reliability, speed, problems (if any),...)?
I authored RedBean because I had been dissappointed in Doctrine. I have tried personally both Propel and Doctrine however i felt useless.
We use RedBean for many projects also it works well. Really RedBean isn't a really 'fat' orm layer, therefore it is really simple to optimize (just about all SQL is saved in a single class the query author). It doesn't possess a query parser, a personalized SQL language or perhaps a query builder. If you wish to improve performance much more you are able to choose plain SQL rather and employ the convertToBeans-option later on.
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Happy birthday to Winona Ryder, patron saint of strange and unusual girls! As was foretold, Stranger Things 2 premiered this weekend. I'll post my write-up later this week, but for now let me just show a little love to supermom and town weirdo Joyce Byers... ...and even more love to Lydia Deetz, the idol of every … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Winona Ryder!
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Monster Monday: Beetlejuice
A very happy Monster Monday, fiends! Today's monster comes from one of my favorite movies. I love Beetlejuice so much that I waxed rhapsodic about Delia Deetz on Mother's Day. But... Whoa! Sandworms...ya hate 'em, right? I hate 'em myself! I'll be back later this week with some more spooky fun times, kiddies. Until then...read … Continue reading Monster Monday: Beetlejuice
A Boy's Best Friend Is His Mother: 15 of Horror's Most Memorable Moms
Happy Mother's Day! Today we celebrate mothers and let them know how much we love and appreciate them. But we who walk here, walk alone — so instead of sending Hallmark cards and flowers, we thank mothers for protecting us from monsters or for being entertainingly evil monsters themselves. Below, I have listed 15 of my favorite horror … Continue reading A Boy's Best Friend Is His Mother: 15 of Horror's Most Memorable Moms
Texas Frightmare Friday: Viddy Well, Fiends
Today was the beginning of my first ever Texas Frightmare Weekend, and I feel comfortable saying that it has been one of the best days of my life. I'm going to post some highlights and photos — apologies in advance for having to see my ugly mug. This is the only place where you share … Continue reading Texas Frightmare Friday: Viddy Well, Fiends

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The USB Killer is infamous (but ingenious). Plug it in, and within seconds your computer is dead, motherboard fried thanks to a high voltage dose of electricity, along with any other nearby components. This video shows you how it works, but the takeaway is clear: Never connect random USB devices to your computer.
It's Evil Week at Lifehacker, which means we're looking into less-than-seemly methods for getting shit done. We like to think we're shedding light on these tactics as a way to help you do the opposite, but if you are, in fact, evil, you might find this week unironically helpful. That's up to you.
Of course, the folks behind the USB Killer also have a USB Shield that will protect a device from it, and not all devices are susceptible to the USB Killer (for example, this video shows how ineffective it can be against smartphones) but the sheer possibility of having someone plug one of these into your computer and instantly kill it should be enough to remind you of one basic truth of information security:
While you do all the right things to keep your computer secured, password protected and your data backed up, don't forget to keep your computer physically secure while you work and when you travel. If you find or someone gives you a USB drive or other device and you haven't used it before, try it on a computer you don't care about, confirm with someone else (like your office IT staff) that it's safe, or better yet, just don't use it. Most people don't transfer files via USB these days any more anyway.
If you find a USB drive discarded somewhere, don't bother with it. That sounds silly, but considering almost half of us would actually use a USB drive we found on the ground, it's worthwhile advice.
For more on the USB Killer though, how it works and why it was created, you can check out the links below.
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Rita Hraiz is an international designer who creates beautiful clothes with integrity woven into the smallest details. MUDRA is the culmination of a life-long passion to help conscious, contemporary women shine through the clothes they choose and the lives they lead. As a passionate student of ancient cultures and esoteric philosophies, Rita has fused western knowledge and eastern knowing to create a rainbow collection of vibrant colours, that celebrate and heal the divine feminine in each of us. The power of light and colour to transform mind body and soul is the most ancient of technologies. It is here, she recognised that colour can be a powerful tool - helping to sooth the etheric field and that the vibration of each colour has a significance.
In the Far East the word "taking medicine" uses the same Chinese characters as 'wearing clothes." In Western Universities the light frewuency of colour has been universalyl accepted as having medical benefits and enhancing mood. Through M U D R A' s stylish, cutting-edge designs, women can wear Light infused with loving intention - choose cool blues to give an aura of calm sreneity in a chaotic world, or pick flaming reds to ignite passion and creativity.


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A man described by his colleagues and friends as outgoing and charismatic was uncharacteristically silent on Friday during a ceremony marking his five years as superintendent of Columbia Public Schools.
Chris Belcher sat quietly as he listened to praise and jokes about his time leading the district during a ceremony at the district's administration building.
"We wish Dr. Belcher the best," Board of Education Vice President James Whitt said. "His tenure for these past few years has been a job well done."
Whitt and others noted Belcher's various achievements as superintendent, including the opening of Battle High School, projects to add air conditioning to school buildings and the improvement of communication between the schools and the district.
"That's Chris Belcher," former colleague Jack Jensen said. "When you've got a problem, he usually makes it better than when you found it."
Jensen also noted Belcher's journey to Columbia, including his awards and education. Digging up Belcher's fifth-grade report card, Jensen read aloud the teacher's comments praising Belcher's positive attitude toward learning.
All the speakers remarked on Belcher's charismatic nature during the hour-long program, inspiring tears and laughs from the audience. Whitt talked about the time Belcher raced in a Soap Box Derby car. Jensen mentioned how he saved Belcher's life on Bourbon Street.
Fittingly, a video, presented by Columbia Public Schools spokeswoman Michelle Baumstark, showed Belcher dancing at meetings, wearing costumes and jamming to "Sweet Home Chicago" in a manner that would make Robert Johnson cringe.
"I wasn't sure if this was a memorial or a roast," Tim Rich, Heart of Missouri United Way director, joked before handing Belcher a scrapbook.
Belcher concluded the ceremony with a speech of his own. Through eyes moist from tears, he repeatedly thanked his wife, Jackie, for being his rock during his time as superintendent.
He also said his job was not as important as the jobs of others in the community.
"Really, all I was doing was reflecting the greatness of the Columbia public schools," Belcher said.
Belcher will take a job as an assistant professor of professional practice at the University of Missouri. His classes will focus on training future principals and superintendents.
This article was published in the Saturday, May 31, 2014 edition of the Columbia Daily Tribune with the headline "Ceremony honors outgoing superintendent."


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What You're REALLY Hungry For – Season 1, Episode 017
Your Questions, Answered!
Persistence: How To Keep Going When All You Want To Do Is Stop
For this week's episode of What You're REALLY Hungry For, I sat down with Dr. Jeff Spencer, the ultimate expert in human performance, to talk about persistence — and how to keep going (especially when you feel like doing anything but).
Considering he's worked with greats like Sir Richard Branson, Tiger Woods, Bono and U2, and Maria Sharapova, and more, you can bet he knows the keys to reaching your peak.
But you don't need to be famous, an athletic star or a musical genius to be a "champion". Whether you're a mom or dad, student, entrepreneur or someone's life partner, we all have our own goals that are super important — and unique — to us.
Which is why this topic really spoke to so many of you — and the questions came pouring in! I answered a few questions that I think will really help everyone, so don't wait another minute to listen to the Q&A now!
Here are some of the juicy questions I discuss in this Q&A:
- I know what I want to do and have in my life, but there are times that I just get so tired that I want to quit. Sometimes it just seems so hard. Do you ever feel this way, Cynthia? And if so, what do you do to keep moving forward?
- I don't know that I want to be a "champion" in the natural sense of the word and take on "the world". I just want to be the best mom/wife/person I can be. I just wish people respected it and admired it the way they do "a champion". Is there any way I can get people to see me that way?
- Any suggestions for how to find good people for council? I don't really feel comfortable talking to my spouse or friends about this stuff. Is there someplace else you'd suggest I go?
This Q&A is a follow-up to Jeff Spencer's original interview on What You're REALLY Hungry For. If you missed his episode, watch it here NOW!


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The Maker Movement is a phenomena that has been building over the past decade. From DIY and kit assembly through to laser cutters, CNC and 3D printers, people are modifying existing technology ("We void warranties") and creating new devices at an ever accelerating rate. The popularity of FIRST is one significant manifestation, but there are many others.
All around the US and the world, Maker Faires are being held to showcase the work of groups and individuals to the wider public. The World Maker Faire being held in and around the New York Hall of Science (Flushing Meadows, Queens) on September 21st and 22nd is an incredible opportunity to experience a wide range of innovative and fascinating technology all gathered together for a weekend. Advance student single day tickets are $15, $20 on-site.
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By Dee Raffo, Tourism Whistler
There are over 90 food and drink events happening during the 11 days of Whistler Cornucopia, from November 8 – 18, 2018. This can be a little overwhelming at first glance, but we've got some handy guides that can help you navigate these incredible events. However, don't be afraid to mix and match or dabble in something new – this is the whole idea of the festival, to explore, experiment, and celebrate!
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Whether it's Kamchatka, BC or Scotland, cold is cold. Make sure you have the right kit so you don't freeze to death while up to your arm pits in ice cold water and blistering cold winds.
Being a kit hoarder I have jackets and under layers coming out of every draw in my house. The same policy when purchasing decent kit goes "buy cheap, buy twice!" but in this case it's "buy cheap, you'll freeze, get wet and have a crap day out!"
Heavy rain, light rain, snow, wind, warm, cold, freezing. Loop provide Outer Wear for every occasion. Using modern and traditional materials this kit really does work and makes your day more comfortable whether you're fishing, shooting, walking, climbing or going to the pub.
WOOL – " I love this top. I've used this many times in cold winds and with not much else underneath it keep you exceptionally warm!"
This hoodie is perfect for cold days. It has several innovative solutions, for example thumb holes in the sleeves and a nice front pouch for warming your hands. For head and neck you can choose between using the integrated balaclava as a neck-warmer, polo neck or covering the head. The LOOP Hood Sweater is made from Total Easy Care treated Merino wool (TEC), which makes it extra soft. The wool insulates well, even when wet and is body odour-resistant. LOOP Wool garments are for those who like to spend time outdoors and stay focused on fishing, even after hours spent in sub-zero temperatures.
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The Akka Stretch Performance jacket is a soft windbreaker jacket designed to keep you protected from biting winds. With a four-way stretch fabric it becomes soft, comfortable and will not restrict any of your movement. It will almost become like your second skin. Akka's narrow fit makes it perfect as an outer shell or as a midlayer jacket. The opening of the Akka Jacket is constructed with a Velcro closure at the middle and a press button at the bottom, this provides effective
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Leipik Liner Jacket – Lightweight & packable with superior insulating properties. "I wear this all the time not just fishing but generally everyday. great to keep you warm and protect you from a cold wind and a cracking under layer if you really need to stay toasty!"
The new Leipik Liner Jacket combines the best of two worlds. It's lightweight and packable like a down jacket and also benefits from the windproof and fast drying properties of PrimaLoft® Sport Insulation. These great features make the Leipik a truly worthy companion on your next fishing trip. The jacket is designed to be the primary insulation under your shell jacket, keeping you warm and dry – this we guarantee. The timeless design of the Leipik makes it the ideal multi-function jacket for a range of outdoor activities.
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May is the month of family here in Korea, with Children's Day on the fifth and Parents' Day on the eighth. While we are the only country to celebrate parenthood on this specific date, many countries around the world choose to honor their parents in this month of spring. Children's Day is a national holiday and families reunite to enjoy the day off together. Our family (and, evidently, many others) decided to enjoy the scenic walk around Majang River, a two-hour drive from our home. But before that, I decided to visit "Right, Before I Die", a small photography exhibit at Chungmu Arts Center. The exhibition introduces 20 people with a photo and short interview from each person. Young and old, married and unmarried, male and female — each person has a unique story but all of them have one thing in common — they are facing their impending death and do so in peace. Although the interviews were short, they were a lot to take in. Knowing that each response was given in the imminence of death added much more weight to each word. They were asked about their first reaction to the news, their happiest moments in life, their hardest times, and so on. Some reminisced about the romantic relationships in their lives while others shared their religious views. However, all of them responded alike to one particular question: "What is the happiest moment of your life?" The answer was family. To Odis, it was a trip to Alaska with her fourth husband. To Ediccia, it was chatting with her grandmother while having coffee. To Ralph, it was traveling with his father as a child. It was these ordinary moments, once taken for granted, that were the happiest and most memorable in their lives.
However, it was not only those with whom they shared marital or biological kinship that were mentioned. To some, friends had an equally important role in their lives. John said he received much help from those around him after his sickness. In fact, it was his neighbor who took him to the hospital and paid for his bill. On the other hand, Kim shared that many of her friends abandoned her after the unfortunate news. However, those who remained to help her through her hardship were the ones whom she least expected. When asked about the purpose of life, they answered that helping and making others happy give them meaning in life. Donald said that bringing joy to his loved ones is his purpose in life. If Michael could go back to any point in his life, he would return to Mexico and help the underprivileged there once again. It was not only receiving love but also sharing it that gave their life significance.
Looking through the gallery reminded me of my visit to Kkottongnae, a shelter for the homeless and disabled. To help us understand those at the shelter better, we were to experience physical disability by attempting everyday activities after applying blindfolds and tying our legs together. Simple actions such as moving across the room and going up the stairs took ten times the effort, and it reminded us not to take the simple things for granted. In the end, as we were panting and sweating, the instructor asked an unexpected question: "Who here has no regrets in their life?" No one raised their hand. "Those who can answer affirmatively do not need to partake in this exercise," he continued, "because it means they appreciate the small things in life and do not take anything for granted."
Family trips had never been exciting. We could not decide where to go or what to eat and we would often end up arguing. I was not particularly excited for our trip to the river either, but my visit to the gallery changed my perspective. The place or food was not what mattered. It is simply the presence of each other that brings us happiness. As I gave my parents a bouquet of carnations for Parents' Day, I hoped that, one day, I will be able to confidently raise my hand and proclaim that I have no regrets.


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The amazing collectable figure is specially crafted with a meticulously crafted die cast metal dome, a highly detailed mechanical construction body with openable panels and a retractable middle leg, and remote controlled LED light-up function and sound effect function featuring 14 iconic R2-D2 sounds. This collectible figure also comes with numerous accessories including various types of mechanical arms and tools, the Death Star plans data card, Luke Skywalker's lightsaber hilt, and two mini Princess Leia hologram figures with a light-up base.
This extraordinary R2-D2 Deluxe Version collectable figure will surely be a welcomed addition to your Star Wars collection!
Moebius Models 2001: A Space Odyssey EVA Pod 1:8 Scale Model Kit MMK2001-4
As seen in Stanley Kubrick's science fiction masterpiece, 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Extravehicular Activity Pods – EVA Pods – are small one man transports designed to move outside of a spaceship, often to provide maintenance and carry out complex tasks with arm and hand controllers. EVA pods are self-sufficient vehicles equipped with manoeuvring and life support systems, including a pressurized interior which allows the astronaut to perform an EVA in the pod without having to wear a full space suit.
This 1:8th EVA pod model kit will feature a fully detailed interior that has been designed to be lit up (not included) and will measure nearly 10" tall when built. As with other Moebius Models, the EVA pod will be supplied in a full colour box and include detailed building instructions.
• Highly detailed plastic model kit
• Meticulous research for superior accuracy
• Superior fit and crisp accurate detailing
• Completed kit is 10" tall and 11.5″ wide!
• Skill level 3 – ages 15 and up
• Detailed interior
• Poseable manipulator arms
• Opening rear hatch
• Full interior/exterior decal set
• Comprehensive instructions
• Glue and paints are required to complete – sold separately
Moebius Models 2001: A Space Odyssey 1:144 'Discovery' Model Kit MMK2001-3
When a monolithic object of extra-terrestrial origin is discovered in orbit around Jupiter, the manned deep space exploration spacecraft, Discovery X-ray Delta One, is sent to investigate and collect data related to the mysterious artefact.
Moebius Models 1:144 scale kit of the Discovery is a meticulously-detailed, precision-tooled plastic model kit of one of cinema's most famous spacecraft.
• 41″ long fully assembled
• Includes display stand and metal support rod
• Paint and glue required to build
Sixteen 12 Space 1999 VIP Eagle Transporter "Breakaway Part 2" – EGT-16
Sixteen 12 (Product Enterprise) Space 1999 Eagle Transporter 12″ (300mm) Die Cast. Year 1 – Episode 1: Arriving on Moon Base Alpha, Commissioner Simmonds journeys from Earth in a special VIP Eagle Transporter to oversee the Meta Probe project. Unwittingly he is caught up in the catastrophe about to befall the inhabitants of Alpha!
These iconic scenes are recreated in this Stunning Limited Edition set featuring:
• Eagle Transporter with Unique VIP Pod
• Moonbase Alpha Laser Tank with Pilot Figure
• Launch Platform Base
• Alpha Moon Buggy
• Machined Turned and Hand Finished Aluminium Engine Bells
• Limited to Only 1000 Worldwide
• Each Edition Individually Numbered
Sixteen 12 Space 1999 Eagle Transporter "Deluxe Hanger Set" – EGT-15
Sixteen 12 (Product Enterprise) Space 1999 Eagle Transporter 12″ (300mm) Die Cast. Buried deep under the surface of the moon, beneath Moonbase Alpha, is the huge hangar where all Eagle Transporter Spacecraft are housed, maintained and repaired. Here sub assembly and pod selection is carried out for a specific mission prior to launch. Maintained by an team of engineers and diagnostic experts, they ensure that the Eagle Fleet is ready to launch at a moment's notice.
This Eagle Hangar Diorama brings to life all the excitement from the show in stunning detail.
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• Die Cast Laboratory Eagle with Spine Booster Rockets and Aluminium Engine Bells
• Die Cast Winch Eagle with as featured in Season One's Episode Breakaway and Aluminium Engine Bells
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• In-Scale Eagle Engineers and Alpha Personnel Figures
• Machined Turned and Hand Finished Aluminium Engine Bells on Lab Booster Rockets
• Limited to Only 1000 Worldwide
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Hot Toys Wakanda Throne-Black Panther ACS005
Black Panther is stunning in reimagining Africa's aesthetic and cultural aspects on a cinematic experience, and fans were deeply amazed by the awe inspiring landscapes and gorgeous infrastructure of Wakanda including the Throne Room. Today, Hot Toys is thrilled to expend on Black Panther Collection series with the one-of-a kind Wakanda Throne reserved for the young King of this futuristic African Nation.
Perfectly crafted with authentic and fantastic details, the movie-accurate 1/6th scale Wakanda Throne collectible stands approximately 32.5 cm in height, 19 cm in width features an extra-high back peacock chair that beautifully combined with woven rattan ends, decorated with Wakanda's unique graphical script, and finished with metallic painting and natural wood grain texture intricately.
Bring the wild excitement of Marvel Studios' Black Panther to life with this highly-detailed Throne for the heir of Wakanda!
The 1/6th scale Wakanda Throne Collectable specially features:
– Masterfully crafted with authentic and fine details of the Wakanda Throne in Black Panther
– Approximately 32.5 cm tall and 19cm wide
– Brown and silver-colored high back chair
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Hot Toys The Joker 1/4 Scale-The Dark Knight QS010
Today, Hot Toys is delighted to celebrate the 10th anniversary collaboration between our two incredibly talented painting artist and head sculptor at Hot Toys – JC. Hong and Yulli.
It all started 10 years ago when Mr. JC. Hong and Miss Yulli collaborated together to crafted their first 1/6th scale The Joker collectable figure, fans were fascinated with the figure and it has received an overwhelming response. Thereafter, Hot Toys' Joker collection has become one of the most iconic masterpieces.
To commemorate the milestone, Hot Toys is proud to present the all-new 1/4th scale collectable figure of The Joker by JC. Hong and Yulli as a celebration of their 10th anniversary. This Joker is yet another momentous collaboration between the two phenomenal artists, demonstrating the best workmanship and it's the perfect figure to recreate those memorable movie scenes portrayed by Heath Ledger and add to your treasured collection.
Specially crafted based on Heath Ledger as the Joker in The Dark Knight, the figure stands approximately 47cm tall, it features a stunningly detailed head sculpt of The Joker in full make-up, extremely elaborated costumes expertly tailored for the 1/4th scale body to maximize screen authenticity, and a combination of weapons and accessories.
Furthermore, a Special Edition only available in selected markets will include an additional interchangeable gradient dual-faced head sculpt based on the appearances of the actor Heath Ledger and his "transformation" into the Joker as a special item to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of JC. & Yulli at Hot Toys, as well as the legacy of Heath Ledger as this beloved supervillain!
This is an extraordinary and magnificent collectable figure of The Joker that will be destined to be a holy grail in many Hot Toys fans' collection!


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GOOD PROGRESS BUT…: Asean has moved fast enough towards economic integration, but needs financial integration as a complement, says Mr Menon.
ASEAN is expected to remain one of the world's fastest-growing regions in the medium to long term, Monetary Authority of Singapore managing director Ravi Menon said on Friday.
"Barring shocks, overall growth in ASEAN should remain firm this year – at about 5 per cent, not spectacular, but very respectable, considering the state of the global economy," he said in his keynote address at the ASEAN Banking Council Meeting.
Last year, ASEAN's combined gross domestic product was nearly US$2.5 trillion (S$3.3 trillion) – larger than that for India, he noted.
The World Bank had on Thursday cut the global growth rate for this year to 2.8 per cent, from 3 per cent in January.
But for East Asia and the Pacific region (excluding China), the World Bank has pegged growth to hit 4.9 per cent this year and 5.4 per cent in the next two years, driven by the large ASEAN economies.
The ASEAN 4 – namely, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines – are projected to grow by at least 4 per cent per annum on average over the next five years.
But Mr Menon said that growth could be as high as 6 per cent – on condition that the region becomes more integrated, and if these countries implement domestic structural reforms to raise their productivity and competitiveness.
Aside from the ASEAN 4 and Singapore, the other ASEAN states are Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam.
The key to higher growth lies in integration – both economic and financial, he said.
Substantial progress has been made towards economic integration in the implementing of the blueprint for the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).
This was adopted in 2007 as roadmap towards achieving a free flow of goods, services, investments and skilled people within the region by 2015.
More than 90 per cent of the key deliverables targeted for completion by 2015 have since been implemented; virtually all goods traded within ASEAN are at zero tariff.
"There are agreements in place to enhance protection for investors, liberalise sectors for investment and to provide greater transparency on investment rules," he said.
"The pace of financial integration has, however, lagged behind trade integration," he said, noting that this is despite financial integration being a strong complement to trade integration and a critical component of the overall AEC project.
The ASEAN Financial Integration Framework, adopted by ASEAN's central bank governors and endorsed by ASEAN finance ministers in 2011, envisages the financial markets in the region being more linked up by 2020.
"In part, this is deliberate. In part, this is disappointing," said Mr Menon of the slow progress.
"The slower pace is deliberate in the sense that financial integration is more complex than trade integration and requires more time."
He added that the financial systems across ASEAN are at very different stages of development and levels of sophistication.
But policymakers are intent on making up for lost time, he said.
ASEAN's finance ministers and central bank governors are therefore determined press ahead with liberalisation in the post-AEC phase leading up to 2020. he added. –Siow Li SenThe Business TimesMonday
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The Ram girls basketball team improved to 6-5 in the Heart of Iowa Activities Conference and 6-7 overall with a 65-52 win over the CMB Raiders of Maxwell in Jefferson Tuesday.
A trio of seniors – Kayla Mobley, Stacy Mears and Hannah Onken – scored in double figures for the game. Team leader Mobley had 20 points, Mears was close behind with 17 points and Onken scored 12.
Mears scored nine of her points as 3-point shots. Senior Tressa Rasmussen scored seven points and Jolee Wessling scored five. Each of them scored a long basket. Senior Marissa Promes and sophomore Kenna Marquardt both scored two points.
"It was nice to get another win," said coach Chad Morton. "I thought it was a good team effort. It is good to have scored 65 points and to have three girls in double digit scoring. I also thought we rebounded the ball better tonight. The girls did a good job of taking care of the ball and hitting free throws at the end of the game."
In the fourth quarter, Mears was made four of five at the free throw line, Wessling made two of four and Rasmussen made one of two. For the entire game, the Rams were 50 percent at the line, with Mears at 75 percent, Wessling at 50 percent, and Mobley and Rasmussen at 40 percent.
The Rams were up 17-14 after one quarter and 32-28 at halftime, but the Raiders had been up 27-25 with only about a minute to play in the half. That was the last time they led in the game. The score after three quarters was 46-37, and the Rams steadily built their lead in the fourth quarter.
The CMB Raiders are now 2-10 in the HOIAC and 2-13 overall.
The game was a "Pink Out" game, with the girls wearing special pink uniforms. They had conducted fundraisers prior to the game, including selling Pink Out T-shirts, and there were silent auctions during the game and a "Chuck a Duck" between the girls and the boys games to raise funds for Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.


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Grimace posted a topic in General ProjectsMalapan Kingdom Malapan Kingdom is one of several kingdoms located on the continent of Greater Larigia. The kingdom of Malapan is not known to many outside of its borders. That is not due to any sort of heavy-handed ruling system, but instead by the remoteness of the kingdom. It is a coastal kingdom, with its entire western coast touching the Parthenian Ocean. It's north and eastern borders, if they could even be considered "true" borders, are open to the vast central area of the continent known as "The Rugged Lands". The majority of the towns and villages in the Malapan Kingdom are located along the coast. Though the weather from the Parthenian Ocean is often fierce and foul, the various towns, including the capital city of the kingdom, sit in mostly protected coves along the coast. There is a central mountain range that nearly bisects the kingdom into a north and south region. Malapan Kingdom is populated by a mixture of races. The two most commonly encountered are Humans, which belong to the race of the current king, and Half-Elves. The strange aspect of the abundance of Half-Elves is there there are basically never any Elves seen in the Malapan Kingdom. There are smaller contingents of Gnomes and some Dwarves, and then just the rarely seen Halflings. While magic isn't strange in the land, it is usually only performed by magic users of the king, or from magic users that might randomly pass through once every couple years or so. The king, King Simison, is a docile king, and one who is content to live out his life being king and not needing to venture afar to defend his realm or to begin a crusade. He treats his people modestly well, not demanding too much in the way of tribute, so the villagers and townspeople can actually save a little money and actually live a little better than people in other lands. The King has several Lords who help him control the various towns and villages in the quasi-divided kingdom. Those Lords are: Lord Quulan of Cloverdale Lord Morto of Silverpine Lord Bessim II of Seaside City Lord Penrose of Riverbend Lord Don of Belto Keep Each Lord tends to pattern their own actions after the king, and take an easy hand in governing their respective areas. Only Lord Quulan of Cloverdale has any sort of drive or enthusiasm, and that is a result of the occasional encroachment of hostile forces from the south and east. As a result, Lord Quulan is quite a fighter and strongly believes that the King should do more to help bolster the borders on the south and east. Towns and Villages of Malapan Kingdom Malapan: Capital city and home of the King, this large city rests in the fertile valley at the mouth of a river and along the protected coast of Malapan Bay. The city is walled, with five gates into the city. The main castle rests along a ridge that extends almost to the shoreline. Ransur's Crossing: Closest village to the capital city of Malapan, this village has the only bridge spanning the Malapan River. Ransur's Crossing sits a little over half a day's journey from the city of Malapan. Menathesalus: A small, fortified village resting on the foothills of the Emeron Mountains, Menathesalus sits nearly a full day's travel from Malapan City. Storm Haven: A fishing village, resting on the northern shore of the peninsula that forms Malapan Bay, Storm Haven is rarely traveled to, due to its remoteness. It sits in a small cove, protected from the rough seas that pound the shoreline. It is almost two days journey to either Menathesalus or Seaside City, from Storm Haven, and the path is not for those unaccustomed to traveling. Seaside City: Another sizable town, Seaside City is a prospering trading and fishing center. Protected from foul weather by its location, the city is the first town on the western side of the Emeron Mountains and commands the only passage southward. The keep of Lord Bessim II is one of the largest keeps in the land, mainly due to the wealth of the city and the quantity of workers able to expand the dwelling. Pine Cove: A village that sits two days travel southward from Seaside City, Pine Cove sits on the edge of the Morrin Woods. A road allows access through the woods to Pine Cove, and continues southward to the town of Silverpine, which lies two days away. There are several inns located in this village, as it is a main stopping point for travelers moving north or south from the larger towns. Silverpine: A mid sized town, Silverpine has much fertile land and lots of space to expand to. Lord Morto has a small keep in the town and relies on the townspeople, many of whom are hunters, to be the primary defenders of the town. While this town rests on the coast, shipping is not the primary business in Silverpine. Fur trading, hunting, and farming are the primary businesses. Rossell Bay: With woods surrounding it, and sitting in a calm, well-protected bay, Rossell Bay is a small yet peaceful village. The village sits two days travel south of Silverpine, and nearly four days travel northwest of Cloverdale. Roads connected this village with the two towns, but parts of the journey have been known to be dangerous unless escorted. Rossell Bay has several groups that offer their services for escort out of the village. Cloverdale: Cloverdale is the southernmost town in the kingdom. It is also nearest the borders of both the "Rugged Lands"...an area filled with lawless people and vile monsters, and the "Grand Seymour Kingdom"...an area that actually has some kingdom forces, but doesn't patrol it's own frontier much, allowing for ruffians and monster tribes to set up in the void of control. This hostile area has resulted in Cloverdale becoming a fortified town with walls and a substantial Keep to hold the men-at-arms of Lord Quulan. The people are mistrustful of newcomers to their town, as they have been attacked too often to welcome strangers with open arms. Even with the mistrust of newcomers, there is a healthy bit of trade that goes on in this town, so the markets are usually well-stocked. It is nearly four days travel from Cloverdale to the nearest village of Rossell Bay. Riverbend: A major town that sits well east of Malapan city. The people here are mostly farmers, and Riverbend is the major food producing town for the entire kingdom. As such, Lord Penrose is the most wealthy of the Lords, and tends to eat well, resulting in his portly appearance. The people in this town are open to travelers and outsiders. Belto Keep: This area is not so much a town or village, but is instead a stout keep and bailey that makes up the northernmost defensive position for the Malapan Kingdom. There is always a garrison of about 20 men at the Keep, and these men are the most combat-experienced soldiers in the entire kingdom. They are constantly fighting off monsters that come in from the Rugged Lands. They have all but been forgotten by the King. Lord Don, the one in charge of the Keep, keeps his men in shape and on alert. They perform monthly journeys to Storm Haven to acquire food and materials needed, and occasionally to get another couple of men to help fill their ranks. The "Northern" mentality is one of self-sufficiency, and a reliance only on themselves. The Strange History of Malapan Malapan is, for all of its appearance, a stable but small kingdom. But there are little indicators throughout the land that hint at something that happened long ago....but it all seems to be forgotten. The local histories of Malapan only pick up from a couple hundred years ago. Prior to that, there seemed to be no written records. Scattered about the land there are hidden ruins, relics, and forgotten locations that give hints to a different past for this land. Even the prevalence of Half-Elves, yet nary an Elf to be found, has led a few to wonder what happened. Still, none have really made an effort to find out more. The people of Malapan seem more than happy to just let the status-quo remain as it is, and to live their lives knowing only what they know. The first notable ruin lies deep within the Emeron Mountains. It is the remnants of fortified town and what was once a great Keep. The details in the ruined remnants of buildings indicate they were constructed by a race other than Humans. Signs indicate a great siege and battle occurred here many hundreds of years ago. Buried deep under the rubble of the collapsed great Keep, there is an entrance to a great tunnel, ornately carved through the rock. It leads both down and away from the ruins, and has many carvings detailing a history of Elves and some sort of wicked looking beasts, and a war they seemed to have fought for many centuries. The passage ends in a massive cave-in which cannot be cleared by normal means, no matter how many people were to attempt. The other notable ruin lies on an island out in the Parthenian Ocean. It is a great, inland castle, mostly still in fair condition. The castle and the surrounding area has been massively overgrown with hundreds of years of plant growth. If one were to find the castle, they would not easily recognize it as a castle, as trees have grown up in the courtyards, vines are covering the massive walls, undergrowth is everywhere, including into the main rooms on the main floors of all of the buildings inside the castle. All wood doors and timbers have rotted away and been replaced with vegetation that makes it look like gates of vines and leaves rather than arches of stone. Residing in this castle are many mindless creatures that have found the area to be naturally defensible and protected. They attack anything that comes near, and swarm when their prey seem too strong for just a few of them. Should such a prey be able to defeat enough of them, the creatures would scatter and run away. Inside the castle there is still iron gates protecting dust-coated and apparently "worthless"-looking magical armor sets and weapons. There is another room, hidden behind a stone wall and activated by a trigger push statue on the wall, that holds an alcove with magical ingredients and a spell book loaded with many magical spells including some quite powerful spells. There is also a magician's robe and magician's hat which provide magical protection for the wearer of 3D, as well as giving a temporary boost of +1D in Magic Power as long as the hat is worn. The ornateness of the material, coupled with the fact that it has not aged to dust, should cue that they are magical in nature and designed by some race other than Humans. Scattered in various other places through the land, there are smaller artifacts and ruins that can stumbled across. There is a stone pool with crystal clear water in it that rests near a lake and within a forest. A person with the Magic Power can look into the water and see images reflected in it of events from a time long ago. There is also a long forgotten tunnel and cache of weapons in the mountains near Belto Keep. Other small, long forgotten shrines and statues are scattered in generally difficult to reach locations or overgrown areas. They hint at the fact that once this land was teeming with Elves and they fought against an empire of Gnolls lead by a War Gnoll and a host of Gnoll Warlocks. The Elves managed to defeat the War Gnoll, but the warlocks had put a curse on them and doomed their race to decay. With the Gnolls gone, Humans began to move in and worked hand-in-hand with the Elves, but year after year the Elves died off and no new elves were ever born. Only offspring from Humans and Elves could seem to avoid the decay curse. Eventually the Elves disappeared, leaving only Half-Elves around. The Humans forgot about the Elves, and the Kingdom was formed, with history forgetting about the Elves and the deep hidden secrets of the land that happened hundreds of years before the Humans ever arrived. There is also long buried and lost weapons from the Elves that may be found by accident. Remnants on an ancient battlefield may result in a finely-crafted Elvish weapon or armor being found while digging or while walking through some old growth forests as a person trips over an overgrown bit of armor. Creatures found in Malapan Though, long ago, the Gnolls were defeated by Elves, they were never wiped out entirely. The various tribes of Gnolls had fractured the survivors had fled and scattered across the land. It's still possible to run into small (1-6) groups of Gnolls, mainly in the mountains and rarely in the old forests. GNOLL STR 4D Move: 9 Scale: Human Brawling +1 Fear: 4 Hit Points: 14 CON 2D DEX 3D Armor: Hides -- / +1 / +1 Melee Combat +1 Shield +1D / +1D / +1D Brawling Parry +1 INT 2D Attack: either 1 weapon attack or 1 claw attack Claw Attack STR+1D+2 Weapons: Longsword STR+2D Halberd STR+2D+2 Battle axe STR+2D+1 Large Spiders can be found throughout the land, typically in the forests. They typically stay up in the trees and drop down on their unsuspecting prey. They can also be found in caves. LARGE SPIDER STR 1D+1 Move: 6 Web: 15 Scale: Human Brawling +1 Fear: 2 Hit Points: 8 CON 1D+1 DEX 2D Dodge +1 INT 1D Attack: 1 bite attack STR * If the character suffers hit point loss, the spider injects poison. The poison causes 1D loss of hit points for 3 rounds * These types of spiders can spin webbing, though the webs are not hard to break and are flammable In the mountains and also found on occasion in the hill areas of the kingdom, there are several monsters. Giants and Ogres and even the uncommon Troll can be found in those locations. MOUNTAIN GIANT STR 8D Move: 12 Scale: Giant Brawling +3D Fear: 24 Hit Points: 84 CON 5D DEX Armor: Hides -- / +1 / +1 Melee Combat +2D+1 Thrown Weapon +3D Brawling Parry +1D Specialty: Catch missile/thrown weapon +2D INT 3D+2 Weapons: Large Club STR+4 OGRE STR 6D Move: 9 Scale: Human Brawling +2 Fear: 8 Hit Points: 29 CON 4D+1 DEX 3D Melee Combat 3D+2 INT 2D+2 * gains +2D to all melee weapon attack damage due to immense strength Weapons: Various TROLL STR 7D Move: 12 Scale: Human Brawling +1D+2 Fear: 12 Hit points: 48 CON 6D DEX 3D+2 Brawling Parry +1D+2 INT 2D+1 Observation +2 Attack: 2 claw attacks plus 1 bite attack if target is grabbed Claws STR+1 Bite STR+1D * Trolls never roll to run away from fear; they are fearless. * Trolls gain the bonus in Observation due to their excellent sense of smell. * 30 meter infravision, though they don't suffer any adverse effects when operating outside. * If this creature loses all of its hit points, it is not killed. The parts will be "out of action" for 1D6x10 minutes. The parts of the bodies will wriggle back together and knit back into a full creature. * Regenerates 3 Hit Points per round 3 rounds after it takes its first hit point loss. The creatures that have taken up "residence" in the ruins of the old castle on the island, are a tribe of Tasloi. While not quite mindless, they have no interest in "human things" and basically act like animals with some minor intelligence. TASLOI STR 1D+2 Move: 9 Scale: Human CON 1D Fear: 2 Hit Points: 7 DEX 3D Sneak/Hide +1D+2 Armor: Small Wooden Shield +1 / +1 / +1 Melee Combat +1 Melee Parry +1 INT 2D+2 Attack: 1 Attack with either fists or weapons Fist STR+2 Weapons: Club STR+2 Javelin STR+1D+1 Short Sword STR+1D+1 * these creatures are suited to the darkness of jungles. They suffer –1 to all actions in full daylight, but do not suffer any penalties in darkness (outside, rather than underground) * Stealth: gain +2D to Sneak * Can speak own language plus monkey/ape and rudimentary common
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Grimace posted a topic in General ProjectsLone Kingdoms Now is the time for high adventure! Lone Kingdoms is a work I started many years ago, and successfully ran multiple adventures and a complete 2 year campaign with. The work I put into this all stemmed from my interest in roleplaying in a fantasy setting. At the time, there was no D6 Fantasy book, no D6 Adventure Book, no D6 Space book. The only book that existed outside of D6 Star Wars was the D6 System book, which is what I took inspiration from. So I set about converting AD&D (2nd edition D&D) to work using the D6 system. I attempted to keep the same general "flavor" of fantasy setting as was in D&D. So I used the names of the attributes in D&D, and I used a lot of the "skills" as they were conveyed in D&D. So this will not look quite like any OpenD6 you have seen before, and will have more than a cursory touch of D&D concepts put in. Having said that, though, there will be some things which will be notably different from D&D. There are no levels. While there is armor, it does not make a character harder to hit, it just means they are more capable of resisting damage when they are hit! Magic is patterned after the "Vancian" magic as it was presented in AD&D. While there are "classes", which give a general feel for each class, you are not limited to being strictly in a set class once you begin play and advance the character. So it is entirely possible for a magic user to be capable of swinging a sword and being a competent fighter. Or a fighter to be both an excellent combatant as well as a stealthy thief-like character. So I will be posting at various times to share all of the material that I have collected over the years for the Lone Kingdoms, including the lands that were adventured in. Starting off, I will touch upon Generating A Character: First off, a player must choose a race for the character. The races available (to start) are: Human Dwarf Elf Gnome Halfling Half-Elf Once you have settled on a race, you must allocate 18D to the following attributes: STRENGTH DEXTERITY CONSTITUTION INTELLIGENCE WISDOM CHARISMA The minimum and maximum that may be allocated to each attribute is determined by the race you chose: Human: 1D / 4D for all attributes Dwarf: CON = 1D+1 / 4D+2 CHA = 1D / 3D+1 All others = 1D / 4D Elf: DEX = 1D+2 / 4D+2 CON = 1D / 3D+1 All others = 1D / 4D Gnome: INT = 1D+1 / 4D+1 WIS = 1D / 3D+2 All others = 1D / 4D Halfling: DEX = 1D+1 / 4D+1 STR = 1D / 3D+1 All others = 1D / 4D Half Elf: DEX = 1D+1 / 4D+1 CON = 1D / 3D+2 All others = 1D / 4D Satyr: DEX = 2D / 5D WIS = 1D+1 / 4D+1 CHA = 1D / 3D+1 All others = 1D / 4D Racial Aspects Depending on which race the character is, there are certain things that apply to them. Reference below to see any positive or negative aspects for each race. Movement Rates: Human 10 Dwarf 6 Elf 12 Half Elf 11 Gnome 6 Halfling 8 Satyr 18 Human: Does not have any negatives, but is generally considered "normal" (or "stunted" by other races...in private). Has a gift most other races do not possess, which is they are quite lucky. As such, once per game session a Human may choose to re-roll any single roll and then take whichever roll they decide (either the first or the second roll). Elf: Suffers only –1D penalty at night instead of –2D for sight based actions. This only applies if outside. Does not require sleep like most races, but may instead enter a deep meditation for 4 hours to revive themselves and feel rested. Dwarf: 20 meter infravision Fierce hatred of orcs and goblins When attacked by ogres, trolls, giants or titans, those creatures suffer –1D to hit Dwarves Additional starting languages to choose from: Goblin, Kobold and Orc Gnome: 20 meter infravision Any magical item, other than armor and weapons, fails if the Wild Die ever rolls a 1. Halfling: Gain +1D to Constitution when resisting poison Additional starting languages to choose from: Goblin and Orc All have an inherent +1 pip to RESIST magic effects only. This can never be used to cast magic, but may be added to any magic ability to resist the effects of magic. Half-Elf: Gain +1D to Observation when searching for hidden doors Satyr: Gain +1D to Initiative when surprised. Gain +1D to Hide when in wooded areas. 1 in 6 Satyrs have a Pan Flute ("Pipes"), must have Music to play, can "play" the following spells: Charm (# of people = D in Music), Sleep (# of people = Music roll, lasts 6 hours, can resist if CON roll higher than Music), and one of the following: Scare, Starshine, Speak with Animals, Goodberry (known as "Goodfeast" to Satyrs), and Commune with Nature. After you have allocated the dice to your attributes, you must decide upon a "Class" you want your character to be. The "Class" of a character will determine which skills they may learn during character generation, as well as any special abilities they begin the game with. In the Warrior grouping, the following classes are available: Fighter and Ranger and Barbarian and Cavalier and Berserker In the Wizard grouping, the following classes are available: Mage and Conjuror In the Rogue grouping, the following classes are available: Thief and Bard and Swashbuckler In the Priest grouping, the following classes are available: Cleric and Paladin and Druid and Monk and Samurai Choose a Class for the character to be, and then reference the given Class heading to see the conditions and abilities for that Class. Determining "Handedness" Roll 1D20 and 1D6. If the D20 rolls higher than the D6, the character is Right Handed. If the D6 rolls higher than the D20, the character is Left Handed. If both dice are tied, the character is Ambidextrous.
Cotyledon: New Mini Six Fantasy Setting
Snow posted a topic in Open D6 Design ForumShe lectured him on the theory of the spell -- and used the distraction to pull him off of the branch he stood on. He fell only inches before his feet stuck nothing, making splashes of emerald light. He was standing on sparks that seemed to make a vast, waving carpet out of the night-time forest canopy. She smiled at him and said, "Wherever there is forest, one who walks in the Lord's name may go." He looked into the distance and saw his faithless friend using the same light to lift his steps. He had not fallen either... Cotyledon is a setting for the Mini Six ruleset, available as a three-page PDF here. Some extra material is here. Magic is common and not meant to be balanced against non-mages, but is focused on a theme of plants, flesh and what we'd call biotech. The intended theme is loyalty: who will end up ruling the area, and what cause should you serve? Playable races are humans (whose holiest site recently blew up), the squirrel-like Velesians (whose god is dying), and an order of shapeshifting griffin knights (working for a questionable new government), with mysterious golems in the background. You're welcome to check it out and use it. I know it's rough. I tried to cram it into exactly three pages in the style of the main Mini Six booklet. The whole thing's based on a novel of mine, so there's additional background material beyond what's in here. Mechanically it replaces most of the Mini Six magic system to make it more common, less generic, and usable by non-nerd PCs. Game-related inspirations include "Ars Magica", "Exalted", and an old D&D book about wizards trying to become immortal by creating unique domains. Criticism welcome, but please be gentle.
Mini Six Fantasy
danbuter posted a topic in Open D6 Design ForumI've been working on a Fantasy conversion of Mini Six. I've got most of it done. I've been talking a little about it at my blog: http://sordnbord.blogspot.com/. Here's a couple new spells I came up with. Comments or suggestions are welcome: Cure Disease TN: 20 + Resistance Roll Duration: Permanent Resisted: Disease Severity The target of the spell is cured of all diseases. Assign the Resistance Roll based upon the severity of the disease. A common cold would be an Easy roll, while the Black Death would be a Difficult roll, and a magical disease might be a Very Difficult roll. Linguist TN: 14 + Resist Roll Duration: Concentration Range: 20 feet Resisted: Charm When cast, you can understand someone speaking in another language. You can speak limited phrases in their language, as well (I'm hungry. Where is store. Etc.). You can also read basic sentences in other languages (complicated passages are beyond this spell, though). No Resist Roll is required if the target wants to speak with the spell caster (just the standard spell roll is needed).


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We don't really know what "The Presence" is, but we can surely speak of what we have seen it do. Those of us in recovery have experienced the miracle-working power of The Presence in our own lives and in the lives of others. We have seen, heard and felt a power greater than ourselves-so much greater-moving in us, pushing us through the tumultuous waters of addiction, and steering us into the peaceful waters of a new life in recovery.
The Presence of God is always with us and within us. Even in the deep, dark, painful moments of our past, The Presence was constantly with us and within us. We just couldn't feel it. Addiction robs us of the ability to connect with anything beautiful…and The Presence is most beautiful. It is light. It is love. It is peace. It is power. It is healing. It is comforting. It is the guiding, all-encompassing, unconditional love of God in expression, and we are all worthy of it – regardless of where we have been or what we have done.
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Green Bay Packers announced Tuesday WR Davante Adams has been named to the Pro Bowl roster.
He replaces Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones, who is unable to participate due to injury.
The Green Bay Packers organization says this is Adams' first trip to the Pro Bowl and marks the ninth consecutive year that Green Bay has had an offensive player in the Pro Bowl.
Adams led the Packers with 74 receptions for 885 yards and 10 receiving touchdowns in 2017.
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