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San Jose police said Monday that three officers opened fire and killed a San Jose man on Sunday after he popped out of a closed bathroom and came at them with a knife raised above his head.
Covered in his own blood from self-inflicted wounds, Brian Strand Casey had recently checked himself into a hospital after having suicidal thoughts, sources said.
It marked the third time in recent years that San Jose police officers shot and killed someone wielding a knife or what appeared to be a knife. And in a twist, one of the three officers who fired at Casey was also involved in the fatal police shooting of Daniel Pham last year.
As is routine, the officers — Matthew Blackerby, 34, James Mason, 43, and Mark Palfalvi, 39 — have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation.
The officers had responded to an apartment on Wong Court after the 42-year-old Casey's estranged wife reported he was suicidal and had shot himself several times with a nail gun.
"The officers were there to assist someone in crisis," said Assistant Police Chief Chris Moore. "Unfortunately, he attacked the officers and they had to react. It's truly a tragedy."
Officials said when Casey came out of a bathroom, he was about four feet away from officers, in a small hallway.
Last year police shot and killed Pham after he slashed his brother in the neck and, wielding a knife, attacked two police officers in his backyard. Blackerby was one of the two officers who shot Pham that day. He was cleared by a grand jury in the Pham case. But the case sparked some community unrest over why police had used deadly force on the mentally ill man and whether the officers were properly trained to handle the situation.
The supervising officer on the scene in the Casey shooting, Sgt. Mark Clough, is specifically trained to deal with the suicidal and mentally ill.
Five officers arrived at the Wong Court condo around 9:20 a.m. after Casey's wife called police saying that he had apparently shot himself with a nail gun several times and was saying he wanted to die.
Casey had recently committed himself to a 72-hour psychological hold for suicidal thoughts, and just the day before a concerned friend had relieved him of a rifle, sources said.
After the officers tried to call Casey on his phone and knocked on his door numerous times, they finally decided to enter the apartment in case he was severely injured or dying.
They kicked in the door.
As officers carefully looked for the man in the small condo, Casey — described as being shirtless and in shorts, soaked with blood and about 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing about 240 pounds — emerged from a bathroom. He was holding a 10-inch knife over his head, police said.
Despite repeated orders to drop the weapon, he continued to advance on the officers, police said. Three of them fired seven shots.
Casey fell, dead.
Monday morning, no one answered the door at the Casey home off Santa Teresa Boulevard in South San Jose. Neighbor Pedro Guerra was shocked to learn of Casey's death and described him as "the kind of neighbor you would like to have in your neighborhood."
"He gave us a nice swing set, scooters," said Guerra, who choked up while talking about Casey. "He was a very nice neighbor."
Casey lived with his wife and two children in a quiet neighborhood off Santa Teresa Boulevard for the past five or six years, according to neighbors. Casey's wife could not be reached for comment.
Monday morning, other neighbors who lived near the family on Henderson Drive were devastated by the news of his death, including one couple who said they've known the family for about five years. Neighbors described Casey and his wife as great parents who were having some marital issues
"He was a great father. He was always out there with his kids," said one neighbor, who along with her husband, asked not to be identified. "He was a good family man."
The couple expressed shock that Casey would threaten to harm anybody, let alone police.
"That's not the Brian that we know," the neighbor said.
Casey worked as a team leader in the meat department at Whole Foods in Redwood City and was well liked by employees, according to Kevin Butler, who worked under Casey for 21/2 years. Butler, who said he remains shocked and speechless by Casey's death, described his supervisor as a "supercool guy" who would go the extra mile to help his employees move up in the company.
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Crieff Golf Club is rated as one of Scotland's top inland courses. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, at the heart of golfing Perthshire, it provides a feeling of escape as well as spectacular views. Built on gently sloping parkland, once the grounds of Ferntower House, the courses provide a fair, but challenging experience for all levels of player. Excellent playing conditions and friendly reception to visitors led to the club being voted as one of the top UK golf courses by readers of Golf World magazine.
The Ferntower Course is not only for the big boys, many society and social players enjoy the open nature of the course and the merciful rough.
Essential Information at a glance, for YourGolfDay
- Coursetype: Parkland. Two Courses Ferntower and Dornock
- Number Of Holes: Ferntower 18, Dornock 9
- Yardage: Ferntower 6427 yds, Dornock 2321 yds
- Par: Ferntower 71, Dornock 32
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Breakfast on local apple juice and pastries with a riverside breakfast spread on the Wye. Pick this up at Truffles Deli in Ross-on-Wye packed with local produce including Herefordshire crisps with compostable packaging, gin, homemade cakes, pastries and quiches. Six miles downriver (15 mins in the car) and The Saracens Head is an idyllic pub right on the river perfect for a pint, fish and chips and refuelling before the climb up to Symonds Yat Rock. Gin lovers might want to book onto a Gin Experience and learn how to blend their own gin at Foxtail Distillery a few miles away and just outside Ross. Your bed for the night whether you choose a hotel room or glamping is less than ten minutes' drive. At Brooks Country House you can drink wine from their vineyard and eat a Herefordshire steak before bed while, happy glampers will relish Mad Dogs & Vintage Vans with their 'Van Service' where home-cooked meals (curries, chillies and crumbles) are hand delivered.
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Seated in the State Administration for Market Regulation, the Office takes on the routine duties of the Leading Group. Gan Lin, Deputy Minister of the State Administration for Market Regulation acts as the Director of the Office.
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Made In Oregon, a gift retailer that specializes in Oregon-made products, selected Gray's Pacific Northwest Region for tenant improvement services on their new store in Portland, Oregon. The 2,233 s.f. store required the addition of new cantilevered steel beams to allow for an open corner storefront while supporting the mall atrium. The completed store included a one-of-a-kind décor theme that incorporated both raw and rough sawn as well as finished fir.
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Get the Boots in!
Posted on November 14 2018
The dark evenings are truly upon us and everyone is getting ready for the Winter chill so, boots are flying out! We have a massive selection here at Meanys, which...17 Comments Read More
Throughout November here at Meanys, we will be offering lots of really good value including early sale items and price reductions (not to mention shoes that are to die for!!!) So I'll bring you some of these super savings and our favourite looks over the next few weeks.
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It seems like everywhere I turn this week there are glimpses of Christmas! Some subtle mentions of Christmas gift ideas and some full on Christmas windows, where I'm almost panicking...12 Comments Read More
We were so excited to see Una Healy on Xpose, following the launch of her shoe collection. We even caught a quick glimpse of ourselves at the launch on the programme! So we got to meet Una Healy and make it to Xpose (kinda!!) in the one week!!!
UNA HEALY ORIGINAL COLLECTION at MEANYS SHOES!
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UNA HEALY ORIGINAL COLLECTION We were so excited to see Una Healy on Xpose, following the launch of her shoe collection. We even caught a quick glimpse of ourselves...6 Comments Read More
So what do you get the man who has everything?? We've got lots of great solutions for mens gifts this Christmas.
It's a Mans World At Meanys Shoes!
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So what do you get the man who has everything?? We've got lots of great solutions for men's gifts this Christmas. Our absolute favourite are these gorgeous goretex...4 Comments Read More
GET THE BOOT IN! Marco Tozzi @meanyshoes!
Posted on October 27 2017
From practical everyday ankle boots to dazzling metallic fashion looks, we're spoiled for choice this season! We've been talking boots and we all agree that every girl needs her favourite...0 Comments Read More
Posted on October 19 2017
When buying our new season collections, we're always changing things up here at Meanys, by adding new looks and ranges. This season we are very excited about the edition of...0 Comments Read More
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We're well and truly into the new season and most styles have hit the shop floor - which means we get to try on lots of new stuff!!! (Who wouldn't...0 Comments Read More
Everyday seems a little brighter! Meanys Shoes Feb 2017
Posted on February 21 2017
There's nothing ordinary about everyday casual shoes this Spring/Summer! From funky 'sports inspired' styles in bright metallics to these really cute brogues from Marco Tozzi, wearing 'everyday shoes' has...0 Comments Read More
NEED A LIFT? Spring/Summer Wedges @Meanyshoes.ie Feb 2017
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Have a browse at our new Spring/Summer arrivals and start looking forward to brighter days! We're thrilled that there are some really fresh and different looks this season!...0 Comments Read More
Summer wear at Meanys Shoes 2016!
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Warmer days have at last given us all the chance to get that Summer Wardrobe out! It's definitely time (despite the odd shower!) to ditch boots and put on your...0 Comments Read More
And our Oscar goes to ....... Amy Huberman!
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There's been great 'Oscar' excitement this year, with all the Irish interest at the 88th Academy Awards held yesterday. And of course we're frock and shoe watching big time here...0 Comments Read More
Spring Summer 2016 Childrens Clarks Shoes at MEANYS SHOES.
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It's such a great time of year, with all the new Summer colours arriving in! We all love our boots but there's nothing like the arrival of Spring and the...0 Comments Read More
Tommy Bowe comes to Carrick-on-Suir to promote his Lloyd and Pryce Footwear Range.
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Clarks womens collection A/W 15 at MEANYS SHOES.
Posted on November 02 2015
Clarks women's collection is going down a treat this season, with many Clarks styles featuring on our best seller list! Clarks have not only added amazing comfort into their collection but there are some...0 Comments Read More
ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES at MEANYS SHOES!
Posted on October 05 2015
There's brilliant value again this season from Escape. The collection features all the top fashion looks at really affordable prices. We just love the navy wedge boot with a price...0 Comments Read More
Orla Kiely at MEANY'S SHOES, Autumn Winter 2015.
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Amy Huberman at Meany's Shoes 2015
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Our much loved Amy Huberman has been spotted out and about this week. Here's a pic of her at Electric Picnic last weekend, looking amazing as always! Always keeping a...0 Comments Read More
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Posted on August 27 2015
As seen on Xpose Featured on last Tuesday nights Xpose, these boots from Marco Tozzi are brilliant value at €60! A really comfy jeans boot, these were actually shown on Xpose with...0 Comments Read More
Back to School at Meany's Shoes 2015
Posted on August 14 2015
Well, rain or shine, we can no longer deny that 'back to school' is just around the corner! Time to make sure that all those school books and uniforms are sorted...1 Comments Read More
Holiday Time at www.meanyshoes.ie!
Posted on July 03 2015
What a fantastic start to school holidays we've had! Beautiful sunshine, long Summer evenings - just heavenly! Sale time has been really busy but we've still got lots of great...0 Comments Read More
Amy Huberman @Meanyshoes.
Posted on June 02 2015
Wasn't Amy Huberman just gorgeous at the IFTAS. We were glued to the Red carpet to 'frock watch' and once again she was definitely one of our favourites!! Wearing a dress by designer Alex...0 Comments Read More
Birkenstock at Meany's Shoes - The hottest Summer Sandals for 2015!
Posted on May 21 2015
At least the weather has picked up a bit so Summer may finally be on the way! Whether you're a total fashionista or ultimate comfort is your thing, we've a great selection of sandals...0 Comments Read More
Here comes the (Irish) Summer!
Posted on May 13 2015
Still finding the Irish weather totally changeable. What's new???? Here are some of our best sellers - great for this transition period. They'll also be really handy later in the...0 Comments Read More
Welcome to Meany's Shoes on-line!!!!!!
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Welcome to Meany's Shoes on-line!!!!!! We're all really excited about the launch of our new store, www.meanyshoes.ie - the 'giant leap' into the on-line world! We've always been...0 Comments Read More


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One of the best reasons to play board games at Snakes and Lattes is that you'll always have access to a board game guru. With their vast knowledge in games and experience in teaching games to others, they always seem to teach me a new game in a matter of minutes, versus the hours it usually takes me to fumble through manuals and online tutorial videos. If it were possible, I would want to have access to one of their board game gurus at all times so that they can teach me a new game anywhere.
The harsh reality is that this will never happen. Most of the time, I'm going to have to figure things out on my own or with Steff. In order to avoid placing the burden of learning games the hard way on others, I usually take the time to workshop a game alone or with Steff so that we can make the learning experience better for others.
When I first open a new game, my first instinct is to sort all of the bits that come with it. Before I even know what they are or what they do, I try my best to sort things out based on how they look. For some games, sorting is a breeze, as things are either packaged in a way that is easy to sort, or the bits inside are easy to match up.
After my experience with Marvel Legendary, I don't take this process for granted. That game and Marvel Legendary: Villains are the absolute worst when it comes to sorting, as cards are bundled together in a way that doesn't make sense for how they need to be sorted for play. Furthermore, the manual itself isn't all that clear on how to package things up. As such, the first time I opened the original Legendary, it was a two-hour slog that involving the manual and numerous tutorial videos just to sort the cards. With Legendary: Villains, I already knew what I needed to do to sort the cards, but the process still took over an hour due to how poorly they're bundled together.
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Eccentric, Mesmerizing, Unique, Weird, Bizarre, Oddly Satisfying: 3D Animation loops by Andreas will make you crazy.
Andreas Wannerstedt is a Stockholm based artist and art director who crafts unique 3D sculptures and mesmerizing looping animations.
The visual outputs of Andreas are both sophisticated and whimsical, featuring simple and playful geometric shapes in balanced compositions, together with organic textures and harmonizing color palettes. His perfectly synchronized animations are often been described as "oddly satisfying", since the overall effect evokes a strangely hypnotizing feeling which makes the viewer relaxed and even meditative. Although his animations are vaguely based on real world behaviours, they often break the boundaries of tolerances, friction and gravity, enabling endless motions of the cleanest order.
During the last 12 years he's been doing commissioned work for recognizable brands such as Google, Adidas, IKEA, Coca-Cola, Spotify, Absolut Vodka, Red Bull, Squarespace etc. His animations have fascinated millions of viewers around the world and his work has been highlighted on Behance Network, Designboom, Stash Magazine, Fubiz, Vimeo Staff-Pick, 9GAG, UNILAD, VT, Huffington Post, Business Insider, LAD Bible, FWA, Designcollector, and Mindsparkle Mag among others.
Check out more about his out of the box creativity of 3D Animation loop videos.
Hi Andreas, undoubtedly you are a 'CG Magician'. How it occurred to you to create such extraordinary niche?
I have been working with design and 3D animation for over 12 years now, and always try to polish and further develop my personal style. My imagery is a product of all the puzzle pieces I collected during the journey, and now I have the technical knowledge to realize the ideas that I envision.
The fact that I'm currently focusing on shorter loops depends heavily on social platforms like Instagram, where this is very suitable.
The biggest question – how you visualize such concepts of out of the box creativity?
The concepts come to me naturally, I often get inspired when I see an object or movement in the real world, and I can quickly visualize the concept and get a clear picture in my mind of how it will look, and how it should be created in the 3D software.
Please share the journey of your creative wonders, from initial though process to final output.
My process starts almost always in my sketchbook, where I quickly outline a few different ideas and approaches. Then, sometime a small R&D round is required to see if I'm capable of actually creating these animations in a way that holds high enough quality technically. During the execution itself, it is not entirely unusual that it ends with something completely different from what I initially visualized. When the animation feels ok, I continue with the textures and lighting, and after the render I add some quick color corrections.
Are you self learned creative artist or you took some official training?
I studied Digital Media at a school called Hyper Island here in Sweden, but it focused more on group dynamics and project management, so I would say that I'm self-taught in 3D and design.
I started with 2D animations back in 1999, when Flash intros where popular on websites, and then I started to focus on 3D animations around 2007. I've picked up my skills by doing a lot of personal projects, each focusing on different techniques and specific areas such as modelling, lighting, texturing, render optimization etc.
How much mathematics, physics, and programming you use for each of your creation?
Actually not much at all, just basic math to bring together different movement patterns into a seamless loop. I rarely use dynamic simulations, but prefer to animate everything by hand, thus gaining full control of the animation. Although I try to stick to real world physics, I often have to cheat a bit and break the boundaries of tolerances, friction and gravity.
Your each output is visually rich with lush green scenery, vibrant textures, smooth animation, Hollywood movie level rendering and many more. How you mange it all?
It's all about the details. As a one-man-army, I have to spend a lot of time in all the different stages of a scene to make sure everything feels right. Concept, design, modelling, animation, lighting, texturing, rendering etc.
Although it takes a lot of time, it is a great advantage to master all areas.
Which softwares you majorly use? Do you use your own scripts or other third party plugins?
I use Cinema 4D for all of my 3D work, and Arnold (C4DtoA) as render engine. I do all of my post production work in After Effects, or Photoshop for still images.
Please explain in brief regarding your client projects like Google, Coke, Adidas, IKEA and others.
I have worked with hundreds of different projects over the past 12 years, so it's hard to choose a specific project. Before I started to focus on 3D, I worked with a lot of 2D animation, web design and branding etc. A lot of my commercial work for big brands are commissioned by different agencies around the world.
Have you made any physical installations?
No, but I often think of this and hope to realize it soon.
Your each project is mind blowing. But 'Oddly Satisfying' is just the best in the league. How you came up with these 'weird' executions?
Since we are surrounded by so much chaos in our everyday lives and media, I wanted to create animations that were the direct opposite to this, and it all began with a simple animation where different moving objects just avoided each other.
Ideas for my different "Oddly Satisfying" concepts usually just come to me when I sit and try different shapes in my 3D software. There is something satisfying with several different parts moving in harmony with each other and I am fascinated by the almost hypnotic effect that this can result in.
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How you mastered the art of making seamless loop?
Well technically, it's not so advanced. All animations are based on motion patterns, and these patterns can be planned together with some basic math and some testing.
Can you share glimpse of upcoming amazing future projects?
I will continue with my personal loops, and I also have some exhibits coming up here in Europe. Then I have an ongoing collaboration with Google, so there will certainly be some more interesting projects with them as well.
Out of digital life, what and how is Andreas?
Apart from my digital life, I'm a real family man, and I spend most of my time with my two little daughters. I try to balance all the time in front of the computer with exercise, and also spend a lot of time renovating my house.
In other words, I am a fairly ordinary Swedish man.
Kudos to exceptional out of the box creativity of Andreas Wannerstedt. We look forward for more and more astonishing animation loops.


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Fast & Furious actor Paul Walker died in a car crash this afternoon when his friend lost control of a Porsche GT and collided with a telegraph pole.
'He was a passenger in a friend's car, in which both lost their lives. We appreciate your patience as we too are stunned and saddened beyond belief by this news. Thank you for keeping his family and friends in your prayers during this very difficult time. We will do our best to keep you apprised on where to send condolences. - #TeamPW.' (quoted from dailymail.co.uk)
The scene of accident. (Photo credit to TMZ)
Sources close to Paul tell us he was in Santa Clarita for a car show to support the Philippines typhoon relief effort, and had gone for a ride with a friend in a new Porsche GT. The accident happened during that test spin. (quoted from TMZ)
A sheriff's deputy at the scene of a crash in Valencia, Calif., where Paul Walker and another person were killed when a Porsche crashed Saturday. (photo credit to New York Daily News)
With such tragedy, I guess Fast & Furious 7 is gonna be less Furious now without Paul Walker. What a sad news to start off this December. RIP Paul Walker... :(
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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Less than a minute remained in the third quarter of Monday's non-league matchup at School No. 33. Ke'vion Mitchell forced a turnover at half-court. Instinctively, the School of the Arts (SOTA) guard fired a one-handed diagonal bounce pass that caught teammate Reggie Smith in full stride 25 feet ahead. Without hesitation, Smith shuttled the rock across the lane to Logan Hayes for an easy layup.
With that bucket, a seven-point deficit had vaporized in the matter of 4:30. Three possessions later, SOTA held a six-point lead. It might as well have been 11, the final margin of victory.
That Mitchell collected a steal came as no surprise. The sophomore guard had four thefts on the evening.
But it was the way his teammates reacted. Smith saw the play develop and moved ahead to be ready when Mitchell released a pass. Hayes never stopped running. Three individuals acting in unison as if they were sharing the same breath.
"Reggie could have tried to attack, but he saw Logan. He hit him in stride," SOTA head coach Al Nash said after the Silverhawks' 57-46 win over the Geneseo Blue Devils. "I preach sharing the ball, moving the ball and giving up a good shot for a better shot. Give a little bit of yourself for the betterment of the team. They're buying in. They're sharing."
Over a span lasting nearly eight minutes, the Silverhawks forced seven turnovers and allowed just one field. They trailed 32-27. By the time, Geneseo called for its second timeout during the run, SOTA led 47-36.
"Our energy level, our intensity started picking up on defense," Mitchell explained. "We dropped into a 1-2-2 and pressed the ball handler, getting steals by pressing a little bit more."
Smith hit a floater in the lane on the first possession of the fourth quarter to give SOTA a lead it did not surrender. Ethain Clarke-Desouza converted a pair of free throws then followed with a steal and layup. Hayes connected from behind the 3-point arc along the left side of the floor, and Mitchell finished an and-one to give SOTA a double-digit advantage.
After managing just seven points in the first quarter and 20 in the first half, the Silverhawks had compiled 20 points in eight minutes. They forced nine turnovers over the final 12 minutes of the game while allowing just five field goals during that same span.
"We're still young," Nash said of his team. We're still making mistakes, but I think that being down and the time shrinking on us and the possibility of not going home with a W, it really energizes them."
Hayes finished with 17 points, eight rebounds and three assists. The junior guard scored the last seven SOTA points in the third quarter.
"The difference was we were playing with more intensity," he said. "We came out of the gate not swinging at all. Our energy was just different from the first half to the second half.
His 3-ball from the top of the key pulled SOTA within two at 32-30. He followed with a rebound and putback on the next possession to tie the game.
"It just energized me to play harder," Hayes said of the 3-pointer. "That's why I had the next two buckets."
Geneseo's Noah Reilly scored eight of his team-high 14 points in the first quarter to stake the Blue Devils (8-9) to an early 12-7 advantage. Nick Hammond connected on a transition 3-pointer from the left corner to push the Geneseo lead to seven at 15-8.
Jake Hamilton hit a 3-pointer early in the third quarter, and Reilly converted on an inbound play to match the seven-point advantage at 27-20.
SOTA (12-4) started its rally soon after that.
"At this stage of the season, any win is a good win," Nash noted. "We'll take it ugly or pretty."
Clarke-Desouza grabbed seven rebounds to go along with a game-high 20 points. Joe Denegal added eight rebounds and seven points. Mitchell scored seven and handed out four assists. Smith chipped in six points.
Adam Wright scored 11 points for Geneseo. Hamilton and Danny Kelly had eight apiece. Hammond chipped in with five points.


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Rail Travel transformed the United States of America in profound and persistant ways. The rail beds of this transformation remain, graded into the very landscapes. The utilization remains, the safety, low cost and community influence remains. The joy of rail travel is under-reported and under promoted.
We the People have a powerful and vital rail system. It can be moreso, supporting a greater sense of "we are all in this together", and diluting our dependance on Oil (not to mention caffeine).
What will happen if America's youth starts talking about how important and vital Rail Transportation is NOW in America.?
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They breathe through their branchiae and can retreat into their tapered shell, which closes with an operculum. They relish the tiny algae which encrust the decor; if they are well fed, they proliferate quickly. They are considered less effective than the planorbis, but as they bury themselves, they contribute to the equilibrium of the aquarium by turning over and aerating the bed. If you want to get rid of them, introduce a fish from the Tetradon genus, which will appreciate these mollusks. Several Malayan snail species belonging to the Melanoides genus (such as Melanoides tuberculata), native to South-East Asia, can be unintentionally introduced into tanks along with plants. Size: 1-2 cm.
Melanoides sp. (Malayan snail)
Their spiraled shell is markedly less elongate than that of Malayan snails and they are also slightly bigger. They do not play an important role in the control of unwanted algae. As they reproduce rapidly, it is best not to introduce them into an aquarium. Size: 1-2 cm.
Melanoides sp. (Malayan snail)
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WordPress offers a number of themes to get started with any website smoothly and quickly. Similar is the case with Multipurpose WordPress themes as these themes allow you to create websites of any niche. Such themes offer multiple features so that you can create the website of your dreams. From a blogging website to portfolio or even any e-commerce website, these themes make it possible to create all of these.
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With 160+ premium elementor elements and WPbakery Page Builder support, you can create almost any type of website with this theme. It also offers layouts for Header, Footer and title bar respectively.
Any Other Top WordPress Multi-Purpose Template?
Multipurpose themes are like all in one and offer you many demos, customization options, and other features to start with any website. If you are planning to start with a niche-specific website, you can choose any of the themes from the themes mentioned above and get started with your website in no time.
We hope you liked this article. If you have been using any other multipurpose theme, mention them in the comment section below.


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I studied medicine at Westminster Medical School qualifying in 1986. I spent three years in research in the department of academic rheumatology at St Georges Hospital Medical School, London.
l was trained in both rheumatology and acute internal medicines by the South Thames Regional Training Scheme. I was awarded a certificate of specialist accreditation in both rheumatology and internal medicine in 2000. I was appointed as a consultant rheumatologist and physician in 2000, at the East Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust. I have a large NHS commitment to the north of East Sussex with up to eight clinics per month in Uckfield and Crowborough.
Osteoporosis; Rheumatology; Inflammatory rheumatic disorders; Soft tissue rheumatism; Special clinical interests: Inflammatory Arthritis, Gout Fibromyalgia, Soft Tissue Rheumatology, Osteoporosis, Joint injections, PMR/Giant cell arteritis
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Medieval squad based action/strategy game
In Battle Master you get thrown into this medieval environment, seen from above, like a later Ultima game. However, this is not an early RPG, but it's more of an action game, with an accent on squad based tactics. This means that you will have to control an entire set of characters, have them occupy the right positions relative to one another and also , try to have them placed in positions that are better considering their specializations. Thus, an archer will be much better away from the units that would otherwise chop them away with swords. So, on one level is the type of strategy with a rock paper scissors built in frame work. Then, placement of the units in order to get cover and distance, when distance is important, is the other kind of thing that the game gets right. Also, Battle Master is a kind of game that looks great, in spite of its square-ish looks. It's got good textures, and, for a 2D top down game it is very lively animated, which is definitely a great find for a 1990s game.
Enjoyable slice of retro fantasy fun
Fans of the likes of squad-based games like Laser Squad or Strike Squad are sure to enjoy Battlemaster, an early example of the genre which offers a neat fantasy variation on the theme but which provides some entertaining action. The game starts out by giving players the choice of four traditional fantasy races, Human, Elf, Orc and Dwarf, and then continues to tell a story which is pretty standard stuff for the genre but which basically revolves around a war between each of the races and four powerful crowns which can restore peace to the realm. It's all fairly unimportant to be honest, and acts simply as a rather basic backdrop to the main gameplay. This takes the form of a series of missions viewed from an overhead perspective, and which simply require players to destroy 75 per cent of the opposing force in order to proceed to the next, using their team of up to five characters, each with their own skills and weapons. Combat is a mixture of ranged and melee action, with players issuing commands to the other characters, and although they are quite basic, this does add an extra element of strategy which is appreciated. Although Battlemaster is not without its flaws, it remains an enjoyable enough excursion into the world of fantasy battles. The graphics are quite dated and retain a sort of retro charm, with some decent sprites and environments but which aren't overly spectacular. The main gameplay too is quite exciting but lacks the depth and strategic complexity that would make it a classic. There is plenty of challenge on offer here though and if you are after a straightforward enough slice of fantasy fun, this is worth a look.


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Relationships often take unique twists and turns, but seldom does a twister prompt a wedding.
"It brought us closer than we've ever been before. That had a lot to do with it," said Lorraine Massie on Friday after she married James "Tommy" Faircloth after 20 years together.
"Plus, we really love each other, and I don't want to lose him," she said.
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Massie and Faircloth, both with health challenges, were living in a Foxton Court apartment when their building and others nearby were destroyed by an EF4 tornado on Memorial Day.
"We lost everything there was – our car, everything," she said
Soon after the tornado, family members moved Massie, 62, and Faircloth, 76, into the Grafton Oaks Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Dayton. More than five months later, they faced each other in wheelchairs under an arch of red and white balloons.
"He's my soulmate, and I love him very much," Massie said.
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Ruth Angelo, the facility's maintenance director and ordained minister, officiated the ceremony.
"As life would have it, in another twist of fate in the form of a tornado, these two were led to safety in a loving community," Angelo told gathered witnesses.
Massie, a Springfield native, and Faircloth, originally from North Carolina, met working together at Old Country Buffet, a Centerville restaurant now closed. Among the 70 people at the ceremony were some of their former co-workers.
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The couple, who both received in-home medical care before the tornado, lost all their medical equipment in the natural disaster, said Amy Hickox, Grafton Oaks' marketing director, who helped organize the wedding.
"They have had some ups and downs with some medical issues since then, but this is something that Lorraine said was on her bucket list, and she wanted to make sure they got married," Hickox said.
Massie said they don't want to be in the rehabilitation center much longer and are looking for new housing.
MORE: First repair job by tornado recovery group is single mom's home
Members of their blended family of seven children and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren looked on, took videos.
"Do you promise to love her with all your heart?" Angelo asked.
"I do," he said, and slipped a ring on her finger.
Massie and Faircloth leaned toward each other and kissed to the cheers of those gathered, including older daughter Heather Massie.
"They've been together so long," she said. "She's never been married … I love them and I couldn't ask for a better father."
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For days, I couldn't think of why the song sounds so familiar. Finally, I realized that it sounds just like Sublime's Santeria. In any case, this is my currently my MFSATM.
April 29, 2010
Travie McCoy ft Bruno Mars - Billionaire
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April 15, 2010
La Roux - Bulletproof
Not sure what it is about this song, but I'm diggin it. It doesn't help that the video reminds me of Nintendo, Tetris and geeky movies like Tron. Basically, all the geeky stuff I grew up with. Oh, can't forget about the Rubix cube!
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April 14, 2010
Owl City - Fireflies
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April 6, 2010
Friday Nights @ LaBrie's in Glendale
This Friday night, I will be spinning alongside DJ ChristTheChemist of Platinum Club LA at our new weekly spot in Glendale called LaBrie's Lounge! The owner of the place used to own Jimmy's Lounge in LA so you know this place is dope. Check out the photo gallery on the website!
No cover, 21+, casual dress, and get a drink ticket for a free drink between 9pm - 10pm. It's all about good times at this place! See you there!!
LaBrie's Lounge
806 E. Colorado Street
Glendale, CA 91205
No cover, 21+, casual dress, and get a drink ticket for a free drink between 9pm - 10pm. It's all about good times at this place! See you there!!
LaBrie's Lounge
806 E. Colorado Street
Glendale, CA 91205
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April 5, 2010
Mountain Bar Recap
Thank you to everyone that came out and joined us to celebrate Sound Science's One Year Anniversary! It was a great turn out and I had a great time playing for you all. It was awesome to see some Betas and some old friends that came out for DJ Toastee's birthday. Pictures from the event are posted on Platinum Club LA website. Here are some highlights:
Here's DJ Goose opening up. In the pic (Goose, Me, G-Foodie, Mandy)
Here's DJ Goose opening up. In the pic (Goose, Me, G-Foodie, Mandy)
I've had a couple of people ask me what songs I've played that night so here you go:
P.Y.T Remix - Michael JacksonShots - LMFAO ft Lil JonCalifornia Love (Remix)Let The Bass Kick - DJ Chuckie ft Jermaine DupriCalifornia Dreaming - Benny BenassiPut Your Hands Up For LA - Fedde Le GrandeWe Run LA (Steve Dub Edit) - Ya BoySan Francisco - Global DJ'sSexy Bitch Chuckie/Felli Remix - David Guetta t. AkonBoom Boom Guetta - Black Eyed PeasSatisfaction -Benny BenassiTechnologic - Daft PunkMagic Carpet Ride - Mighty Dub KatsTik Tok Remix - KeshaShow Me Love (Infinity Remix)I Gotta Feeling (Remix) - David Guetta ft Black Eyed PeasLet Me Think About It (Fedde Le Grande Remix) - Ida CorrKernKraft 400 - Zombie NationViva La Vida (Telemitry Remix) - ColdplayTelephone - Lady Gaga ft BeyonceBizarre Love Triangle - New OrderGirls On the Dance Floor - Far East MovementJust Dance - Lady Gaga Feat. Colby O'DonisSpotlight featuring Usher - Gucci Mane
Once again, thank you all so much for coming out!! Hope to see you all again soon!
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November 8, 2018
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Face-to-face interaction and one-on-one meetings are essential when it comes to attendee engagement at events. We aim to help this need. That's why we'll have a Cvent's Appointments module & our application of it at Cvent CONNECT. We will utilize the module to schedule Account Team Meetings with our customers, to increase exhibitor engagement, to enhance the attendee search tools, and to assign staffing shifts. Check out how our team is utilizing Appointments this year to improve the attendee experience at Cvent CONNECT 2018.
1:1 Appointments with Your Account Team
Meeting your Account Team onsite at Cvent CONNECT is important. We want to make sure you get that face-to-face time with your Cvent team. Within the Appointments tool, we allow Cventers to request appointments with Cvent CONNECT attendees.
Exhibitor Engagement
With a large number of exhibitors coming to Cvent CONNECT, we want to make sure the experience is worthwhile for them and that they're getting fair engagement with our attendees. For Cvent CONNECT, the Cvent team integrates Appointments with CrowdCompass and LeadCapture. We encourage attendees to pre-schedule at least 5 Appointments with Exhibitors during the Cvent CONNECT Tradeshow. While they're onsite at the event, attendees manage their appointments using CrowdCompass, Cvent's mobile event app. Our exhibitors then use LeadCapture to scan participation during these appointments and collect contact information. The attendance then gets pushed back into CrowdCompass, and once attendees have attended five exhibitor meetings, they'll be eligible for a registration discount, a complimentary room night, and a pair of sunglasses. This is a great strategy to ensure that your attendees are interacting with your vendors and exhibitors during your event.
Using the Attendee Profile
Attendees can set up their profiles during registration, making it easier to filter out who to actually schedule meetings with. Let's say you're an event planner from California looking to connect with hoteliers from your area, utilizing filters, you can quickly search for hoteliers from California and schedule a meeting with them during the trade show. This search feature makes it simple for your attendees to schedule worthwhile appointments with the right people.
Simple Staffing Assignments
In a less traditional way, we also utilize the Appointments tool to assign staff members a location and time slot where they'll have to be working. The advantage is that your staff members can just check their CrowdCompass app every morning to see where they're assigned for the day. A disclaimer: you cannot import appointments, so if you have a large number of staff members to assign shifts to, this is not a recommended best practice.
As you can see, there are unique ways in which to use Appointments to take your event to the next level. Think outside the box - let the product inspire you and your event attendees will be impressed by their more interactive experience.
If you're interested in learning more about Appointments, reach out to your Account Team for more information. We hope to see you at Cvent CONNECT 2018!
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Please note: in certain cases with some email providers, automated email replies (e.g. an out-of-office responder) may still go to the original From address.
- In your HubSpot account, navigate to Marketing > Email.
- Hover over an existing email and click Edit, or create a new email.
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- In the drag and drop email editor, click the Settings tab.
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