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- Ultimately responsible for the successful execution of the Domain roadmap and other strategic projects as necessary
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- Proven record of accomplishment as a leader and the management teams. (Minimum 5+ years leadership experience)
- Strong communication skills and ability to form effective relationships with colleagues and Leadership Team
- Productivity focused mindset and ability to motivate teams for high performance, with a track record in delivery.
- Successfully lead continuous deployment projects
- In depth knowledge of, and passion for (at least) one of the following: GoLang, Ruby, JavaScript, Java, Python, C (and derivatives)
- Knowledge of Node.js, jQuery and React.js
- Experience with TDD or BDD workflows
- SQL and key/value data structures
- Experience with Git, Jira, Jenkins
- Optionally knowledge of DevOps useful such as Chef and Ansible
- Must have the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, both verbally and written, in English.
- We will only consider candidates happy to work from our Poznań office for domain lead roles.
Computer Science or related degrees, post-grad preferred.
What we can offer:
- Highly competitive remuneration, commensurate with senior level technology roles (dependant on experience)
- Flexible working hours
- Paid vacations, maternity and paternity leave
- A new MacBook and accessories to make sure you're working with the best technology
- Private health insurance
- Multisport card
- Financing of an English language course
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Role on the Project: Project Controller for the LTS portion to the DBLLC
My Story: I am a Kentuckian, born in Harlan and raised in London. After completing my Accounting degree at George Washington University in D.C, I have worked in New Orleans, Atlanta, Houston and now Lexington as both an Accountant and Entrepreneur. Having lived in several different states, I have been fortunate to see, experience and learn many things that interest me including history, culture, cooking, sports and even salt-water fishing. No matter where I lived, I always missed KY, the kind people and beautiful scenery. My husband, Tom (also a Kentuckian) and our two fur-babies, Colonel and Rascal are happy to be back in the Bluegrass. It's nice to be home!
Why I joined the DBLLC: My husband and I were living in Houston, TX for his oil and gas career. Just as we were considering making some changes, I learned about the opportunity at Ledcor through my sister, Holly Hopkins Scoville. Having lived in technology-oriented cities such as Atlanta and Houston, I immediately recognized the opportunity and impact this project would bring to Kentuckians. I am honored to be a part of helping Kentucky lay a framework for a bright and successful future.

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What's Wrong With a Guarantee of Perpetual Peace?
Luigi Caranti
Sala: sala Newton
Data: 22 maggio 2010 - 14:30
Ultima modifica: 11 aprile 2010
One of the most controversial and criticized tenets of Kant's entire philosophy is that nature guarantees that perpetual peace will be achieved one day. Many have read in this optimistic prediction nothing but a piece of simpleminded faith in the progress of mankind, typical of an Enlightenment way of thinking not yet scrutinized and properly criticized. Recent sympathetic commentators of Kant (Guyer, Ludwig) have thus attempted various strategies for watering down Kant's claim and for separating his peace project from similar predictions judged incompatible not only with contemporary philosophical taste, but also with Kant's own fundamental epistemological principles. One simple reason for being suspicious of this hermeneutical orientation is that Kant's writings on history – where various forms of this "guarantee" appear – all belong to the critical period. Another one is that Kant never abandoned this progressive view of history that is – if anything – stated more clearly in the last significant writing Kant devotes to history, The Contest of the Faculties. This paper tries to take Kant seriously to show that – properly understood – the idea that there is a guarantee of perpetual peace is a thesis less embarrassing than usually assumed – and certainly is a non-disposable part of Kant's project. The paper proceeds by reconstructing the various forms of guarantees offered in Kant's writings on history to come up, in the end, with a view neither dogmatic nor sterilized to meet contemporary (mostly post-modern) scepticism.


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They meet in an old store in an older neighborhood, supporting posts obscuring the view of the pulpit, suspended tile ceilings and long flourescent tube lighting. But it's functional.
Tonite I learned they have been offered a 100-year-old Catholic church (seats 700), with rectory, convent dorms and a school, at an unheard-of $400k. It's more than they can afford, but they're stepping out in faith, excited about what God could do.
I want to challenge you to pray with me, and give with me. Their doctrine isn't 100% what my doctrine is, but they are reaching people for the kingdom, and that's what counts.
Please pray, and please give. With your help, they can move in right away.
The church's address is 115 South Street, Utica, NY 13501.
p.s. – If you are in Utica, go visit. I think you'll be blessed, as I was.


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The new Conga 3490 does a lot of work for you
Perfect for hard floors and carpets
The ideal application field for Conga 3490 are the most different kinds of hard floors, such as: parquet, laminate, tiles, PVC or similar. Conga can also clean carpets very thoroughly, freeing them from dust and dirt. The robot vacuum and mop cannot be operated on dark or black floors because it sees them as a drop and will not pass over there.
Thorough cleaning in corners
Although the Cecotec Conga has a round shape, it also cleans room corners and along walls and sidebars. A long side brush which protrudes beyond the edge of the device and thus gets very well into the corners, ensures this. No manual rework is necessary, because neither dust nor dirt remains.
A safe use near stairs and drops
The robot vacuum mop by Cecotec is equipped with several anti-drop sensors because a lot of apartments and houses have staircases or drops within the living area. With those sensors, Conga detects when it is approaching stairs or other drops. It is able of changing the cleaning route in time so that it doesn't fall down.
The proven Cecotec 4 in 1 cleaning system
Like all other Cecotec Conga models, the Conga 3490 is also equipped with the 4 in 1 cleaning system. It means: In only one cleaning cycle, the robot sweeps, vacuums, mops and scrubs floors particularly thoroughly. This way, not even stubborn debris stands a chance.
As smart as no other: Conga 3490
Controlling the robot via smartphone
Conga is equipped with a WiFi function which enables a comfortable control via your smartphone. But not only the control, but also the programming and monitoring is possible via smartphone. Thanks to the app you have access to the robot vacuum mop anytime and anywhere.
Even more control thanks to zone cleaning
During the cleaning, the robot vacuum and mop by Cecotec creates a cleaning map (a floorplan) of your home. The map is accessible in the map and can be divided into different zones. And you have complete control: Decide for yourself at what day and at what time the desired zone should be cleaned. It is possible to save up to 5 cleaning maps and 50 cleaning plans.
Control the robot with easy voice commands
The Cecotec Conga can perfectly be integrated into smart homes because it is equipped with a connection to the most common voice services of Amazon and Google: Amazon Alexa and Google Home. It means that the robot vacuum and mop can easily be controlled with voice commands.
A spotless cleaning with precise laser-navigation
There is a so-called iTech 360 laser on the top side of the robot vacuum mop. With that laser, Conga 3490 scans its environment and creates a map of the cleaning area. This enables an efficient, spotless and fast cleaning through multiple rooms. If the robot is low on energy, it can return to the charging base independently. Afterwards, Cecotec Conga resumes cleaning until all your rooms are cleaned.
The unique mopping function by Cecotec
The mopping function of Conga is clearly superior to that of many competitors: Conga 3490 uses a swaying mopping movement to imitate the human cleaning pattern. Furthermore, there are three different water intensity levels available so that you can adapt the cleaning to the needs of your floors. With this unique mopping function, all debris is removed, even stubborn residues such as paw prints.
A robot vacuum and mop for pet hair
The robot vacuum mop Conga is delivered with an interchangeable silicone brush. That brush is particularly thorough when it comes to picking up cat and dog hair. For that reason, the Cecotec Conga is also suitable for pet owners.
Short summary
The Conga 3490 is particularly suitable for:
- Small and large homes
- Hard floors and carpets
- An integration into smart homes (app controlled and compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant)
- Apartments/homes with multiple rooms (zone cleaning)
- Pet owners (also picks up cat and dog hair)
This robot vacuum and mop does not meet your requirements, if:
- Dark or black floors need to be cleaned
- You don't want to operate it with an app
- A special brush for picking up pet hair is not needed
- Included in delivery
Included in delivery
Cecotec Conga 3490
1 Charging base
1 Power adapter
1 Multifunctional brush
1 Pet hair brush
1 Dust bin (500 ml)
1 Water tank (200 ml)
1 Mop holder
2 Cloths
1 Replacement side brush
1 Replacement filter
1 Cleaning tool
1 User manual
1 App installation guide
- Technical details
Technical details
Manufacturer: Cecotec Conga Model description: Cecotec Conga 3490 Recommended up to (approx.): not specified Dimensions (approx.): 34.0 x 9.5 cm Weight (approx.): 4 kg Time and week programming: Yes Programming/controlling the app: Yes Voice Service: Amazon Alexa, Google Home IFTTT: No Remote control: Not included Cleaning settings: Smart area, Restricted area, Spot, Twice, Auto, Manual, Edge, Room, Scrubbing, Spiral, Home Navigation: iTech 360 laser Charging time (approx.): 3 - 4 h Rechargeable battery life (approx.): not specified Charging station: Included Guarantee on the product: 5 years Guarantee on the rechargeable battery: 1 year Type of rechargeable battery: not specified Cleaning Type: Vacuuming and mopping Mopping: Dry and wet Boundary: No-Go Lines (via App) Volume (approx.): not specified Plug for UK: Included Special features:
• App control
• iTech 360 laser-navigation
• Compatible withAmazon Alexa and Google Assistent
• Zone cleaning
• Adjustable mopping function
• Suitable for pet hair
- Payment and delivery
Payment and delivery
Orders totalling over 100 GPB are delivered free of charge within United Kingdom. Orders totalling less than this are charged at 10 GBP per delivery.
Deliveries in United Kingdom will be made by DHL / Royal Mail or a haulage firm (from 31.5 kg) within 3 to 5 working days after the order is placed.
DHL Express delivery option
During the checkout process, you will have the opportunity to select DHL Express. Orders which are placed untill 12.00 p.m. and are in stock, will be shipped on the same day. The additional fee depends on your delivery address and cart.
Payment methods
myRobotcenter offers a number of payment methods.
Do you have any questions about the various payment methods? Our customer service team will be happy to advise you; Please use our contact form.
- Downloads
DownloadsNo downloads are available.
- Product Questions
Product QuestionsDo you have a new question about the product for which you can't find the answer here? Please submit your question here; we will answer as soon as possible.
Customer Reviews
for Cecotec Conga 3490 - robot vacuum and mop - with free 5-year guarantee
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"One in a Million Contest": Mea Culpa – "Shanghai Noon" could grab the win!!!• October 19, 2011 • Leave a Comment
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*X*plosion – Sexy in Denim!• May 12, 2011 • Leave a Comment
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Cross my flower and hope to die – Finesmith released a nother stunning jewelry set!• March 27, 2011 • Leave a Comment
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William Cragh (a.k.a. William ap Rhys) Aged 29 in 1290
Malefactor or criminal; a rebel against Anglo-Norman rule; miraculously revived after his hanging
Role: witness
William Cragh was a poor but free man from Swansea, in the diocese of St Davids. He was a local, properly named William ap Rhys for his father, Rhys ap Gwilym, his mother being Swanith of the neighbouring parish of Llanrhidian. He is different from the other inhabitants of Swansea interviewed by the commissioners, in that he is able to move between areas of the town to which no one else has access – even William de Briouze Jnr does not have the same extent of mobility, as he does not go to Gibbet Hill, remaining safely within the castle to watch the hanging.Witness events timeline...
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- He remembered nothing after the hanging
- He had a vision in gaol of the Virgin Mary and St Thomas
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text: Mango's is more than lights, music, and great nights. According to David Wallack, it is "a gallery of art." His extensive collection of unique Haitian, Cuban and Caribbean artwork is on display throughout both the Mango's Tropical Cafés. From the hand-painted hanging art to the glass mosaic bars, the whole space contains diverse, interesting works of art-even extending to the full mural epoxy terrazzo flooring and grand staircases.


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There are several facets of leadership that are constant. Character and integrity are vital. You must have willing followers. You must be courageous. Those are some of the key components of effective leadership 5 years ago. They still are today and they still will be 50 years from now.
There are many things involved with the area of leadership that are changing though. In fact keeping pace as a leader has never been more difficult than it is right now. the changes have been fast and furious. These changes can be very demanding to those who are trying to lead.
Today I would like to share with you five reasons that I feel you can't lead like you did five years ago.
The digital revolution affects all aspects of leadership.
We have seen the radical change in the music industry in this digital era. We are currently in the midst of another revolution in the print and book industry. No industry is unfazed by the digital revolution. Leadership today demands that we understand it and embrace it.
Social media is changing the landscape of leadership.
Social media is the great equalizer. No organization has an inherent communication advantage anymore. Leaders must embrace the many facets of social media or get left behind. It's hard to believe I started with Facebook in 2006. It seems like I have been doing it for more than a decade. I have only been doing a blog for a little over a year now, but it seems like so much longer ago.
Leaders must manage information saturation.
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Leaders must have a greater awareness of relational intelligence issues.
Leaders must understand and manage many different organizational and social relationships. They must deal with the soft issues of culture as well as the hard issues of numbers, products, services, and performance. Mark Fields of Ford Motor Company was on target and prophetic when he said "culture eats strategy for breakfast" back in 2006. Now more than ever, leaders must understand relational and cultural issues, including a frank assessment of the person looking back at them in the mirror.
Strategic thinking is more important than ever.
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Obviously, these five factors are not mutually exclusive, nor are they comprehensive.
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How has leadership changed for you in the past five years or so? What changes have you made to be a better leader to meet these new challenges?
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We learned about The Chinese New Year in our class and we did some art work. We made some lanterns and hung them up in our classroom and we all painted this red dragon – don't be scared, he's very friendly!
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Email to this address if you wish to be added to the mailing list. You will only be sent information about the date and location of the next Red Tent, and about relevant workshops hosted by Brighton Red Tent. We also have a Brighton Red Tent facebook page which some of the women belong to, so feel free to join in.
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Confession From The Mountain : A Personal Account of LifeAugust 23, 2018
CONFESSIONS FROM THE MOUNTAIN (by_u.g_official)
I had an Epiphany recently,
Well until my epiphany I was very much depressed.
My momma trained us to be strong
So I usually bottle up all my emotions
Instead of accepting the things I'm feeling
I'm the type to get emotionally attached to the things I do
I've always done that subconsciously long before I knew the physiology behind it.
It's just the way I was built
Well, there is a price to being emotionally attached to the things I do.
It could lead to heart break if they fail
But not being one who fails very often I haven't really tasted heartbreak like the type that was waiting for me.
Well don't get me wrong, I've failed in things b4, and it broke my heart but my typical self with all his "strength" didn't deal with the heartbreak, just bottled it up, continued life and succeed in other things
Unfortunately for me that bottle got filled up
It has been full now for about sometime slightly under a year
And I've been slowly seeping deeper into the pool of depression
I've been ignoring my "weakness" and masking my pain with a smile 😪
But I discovered something in my short life, in my search for happiness
I thought climbing to the top of a certain mountain would get me "happiness" or "fulfillment"
So I set up to the climbing
I sacrificed a lot
And struggled, endured...
Finally I got to the top of the mountain
On getting to the top of the mountain I realized that that wasn't the "real" top
That was just a Bluff, a plateau
The "real" top was covered by clouds so I couldn't see it from the ground where I stood so I thought the Bluff was the top
Although I was sad but I didn't let that deter me
I had my eyes on the prize
So I set about again, overcoming various challenges as I set out to the "real" top
Using my emotions to fuel my motivation
It was long and painful and hard but I did get to the "real" top
On getting there I realized something that made my "bottle" explode and triggered my fall into the bottomless pit of depression
Are you still with me??
Well in any case I'd go on
I hope you don't judge or think I'm crazy 😅
Well, what I realized on getting to the "real" top was that what I thought was the "real" top wasn't the top of the mountain at all
That was just another Bluff, another plateau
I then realized that the mountain had no top
No end
And that means no prize
It was an everlasting continuum
Continue all those trials? to what end? I asked myself
What was the point of all my hardwor? all my sacrifice? all my preparation? training? knowledge?
What was the point of climbing to the top of the mountain if there's no prize?
I had given so much to climbing the mountain, realizing that there's no top and hence no prize, it broke me, broke my heart
I couldn't deal.
So the depression set in,
It started with doubt,
Self doubt,
I was merely existing,
Just keeping up appearances for the sake of it,
I had lost my purpose,
I thought my purpose was the prize but there's no prize so, no purpose
I was just following life where ever it led,
Luckily for me, it led me to my redemption...
That's why I felt I needed to tell this story so all those who read it may be redeemed.
All those who feel lost may be found,
Now where did it lead me to?
It led me to my great epiphany,
I realized on my way back from my recent journey that,
That that's just the way life is,
The mountain is life,
Never ending,
There's no prize at the top,
You may ask why then, why keep climbing when you know that there's no top? no prize?
Well, my answer is the same with any other mountain climber, because it's there
Not climbing climbing would mean not living,
I realized that the prize is in the climb,
I just have to keep going, from Bluff to Bluff, from plateau to plateau,
Using my previous skills learned in the previous climb to aid me with the new one
The prize is in the climb. Now I understand the saying "the pursuit for happiness is never ending, happiness lies in the pursuit".
Thanks for reading through.


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Release Date: Oct 16, 2015
Record label: Warp
Genre(s): Electronic, Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Indie Rock, Indie Electronic, New Wave/Post-Punk Revival, Alternative Dance
The funky, post-punky, always danceable !!! show no signs of slowing down on their sixth album, As If. If anything, they keep getting better with each release. Their last record, Thr!!!er, lived up to its title and this record is all-thriller, no-filler too, jammed with songs that almost dare the listener not to dance. Recorded and produced by the band with help from James Ford, Jim Eno, Ewan Pearson, Chris Coady, and Chris Woodhouse, and culled from an intense session of songwriting done by driving force Nic Offer and bassist Rafael Cohen, the album was recorded in studios around America.
If anyone needed an example of how !!! don't take themselves too seriously, it's found on the artwork to their sixth album 'As If'. A monkey sitting proudly upon a pile of bananas - that's indicative of a playful spirit running right through the album. 'As If' sees !!! attempting to fully realise and recapture their go-to live sound, something which they haven't always ticked in the past, not least on their last album, 2013's patchy 'Thr!!!ler'.
In the early days of !!!, members Nic Offer, Tyler Pope and Justin Van Der Volgen formed side project Out Hud as an outlet to create a sound more deeply rooted in the early 2000s electronic scene. As the Sacramento, CA dance punkers began to expand their musical range, !!! began to incorporate Out Hud's sleek aural aesthetic in their own, allowing them to take more musical chances and establish a broader, more all-encompassing sound. On As If, the sextet's sixth release, !!! have again expanded their rubbery personality, incorporating elements of late '80s disco and hi-NRG flair.
After 18 years and five albums you'd be forgiven to if you started to run out of steam. This cannot be said for Sacramento's !!! (aka Chk Chk Chk). Their sixth album As If, released through their long-time home of Warp Records, is a heady mix of punk funk indie disco, but with an added layer of poppy sheen. The title was my initial response when I heard this – but the resulting album is a career high.
It may well be no surprise that !!!'s sixth studio album is one that stays true to the bands initial output but melds it in interesting ways so that it never tires over its eleven dance infused tracks. Early releases saw them loosely get caught up with the dance punk revival of the mid-2000s and, though they still firmly hold onto much that drew them comparisons alongside The Rapture and LCD Soundsystem, they're not afraid of also taking positive steps forward. Opener "All U Writers" stays true to the bands initial principles of blending electronic and organic elements to form a five minute long funk-edged dance track that grooves under starry-eyed melodies and gives a clear insight into what will often follow in the slick disco R&B of "Sick Ass Moon" and subsequent songs.
Despite popular perception, !!! never quite fit with the dance-punk explosion of the early-to-mid-'00s. While an endless procession of angular Gang of Four imitators came and went, !!! carved out a space for themselves as disco true believers, foregoing the calculated dourness of the '80s for the joyous excesses of the decade prior. Few of their peers were releasing epic singles that stretched for almost 10 minutes (2003's now-classic "Me and Giuliani Down by the School Yard (A True Story)"), or essentially trolling fans with something as simple as their name ("It's pronounced 'Chk chk chk'," "Actually, it's any three monosyllabic sounds in rapid succession," etc.).
Head here to submit your own review of this album. Sacramento's !!! (Chk Chk Chk if you want to Google them) are pretty hard to pin down these days. Six albums in and their old punk-funk formula, which was typically the sound that they proudly brandished, is getting less and less evident with each new full-length release. Nic Offer - their highly charismatic, cool as hell frontman and co-founder - is pretty forthcoming about his continued desire for !!! to remain an experimental, collaborative, ever-evolving outfit.
You can't google !!!. You may well be trying to do it right now, but you'll draw a blank. Nothing. Nada. Zilch. The same goes for Bing, Yahoo!, even Wolfram Alpha. Search engine optimisation issues aside, this lack of results is pretty symbolic of the void beneath the surface of the Californian ….
It's fair to say !!! have never quite fulfilled their potential. Since releasing their debut LP way back in 2001, the outfit have only shown sporadic flashes of their funk-fuelled brilliance. Too often records such as Myth Takes and Louden Up Now motored into life with taut, dancefloor reverberations before sputtering to a cold, hard stop. .
There hasn't been much punk in !!!'s dance music for some time now. Over the years, the grooves have evolved into full-on disco tunes. The early records — 2001's self-titled debut and 2004's Louden Up Now — and much of 2007's Myth Takes were strongly influenced by disco, but not owned by it; they didn't boogie, they bounced, forging soul-infused rhythms out of rocking punk riffs.
!!! have been lurking at the bottom of iTunes libraries everywhere since 2001, cheerfully reminding the world that there were survivors of the mass dance-punk extinction of the late noughties. While their New York-based peers eventually accepted the limitations of their short, spontaneous scene; these unhinged Sacramento boys have revelled in the challenge of maturing while retaining the immaturity inherent in their band's conception. Other acts usually chase continued relevance and musical integrity by delving ever further into the obtuse and inaccessible, but !!! (or Chk Chk Chk.


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- Trying LinID Directory Manager
- Use online sample application
- Get the sample application
- Launch the demonstration from the downloaded archive
- Launch the demonstration from the SVN source code
- Access through a web browser
Trying LinID Directory Manager¶The sample application is provided with an embedded OpenDS server. Trough this application, you can use some of LinID DM features:
- Authenticate and non-authenticate mode
- Quick search and advanced search
- Full CRUD on an LDAP Entry
- Password modification
Use online sample application¶
You can try the sample application here: http://www.linid.org/linid-dm-sample/
The application is restarted every day. The restart reinitializes the data of the embedded LDAP directory.
Get the sample application¶
Download the sample application or get it from the SVN repository:
user@localhost:~$ svn co http://svn.linid.org/svn/linid-dm/sample/trunk/ linid-dm-sample
Launch the demonstration from the downloaded archive¶
Unzip the archive and go in the extracted directory, then:
user@localhost:~$ ./linid-dm.sh start
Launch the demonstration from the SVN source code¶
Launch the following command:
user@localhost:~$ cd linid-dm-sample user@localhost:~/linid-dm-sample$ mvn -Popends jetty:run
Access through a web browser¶
Open your favorite browser to http://localhost:8080/. There you are!
Sample accounts:
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Category: Figure
Elliott 18 Months, or The Imp
John Singer Sargent: "A portrait is a painting with something wrong with the mouth." I laugh every time I think of him saying this, as he was such a master of portraiture. It is both a curse and a blessing that WAS-H's take-in is tomorrow so I have to stop and sign it!
Great Model in Liz Hill Workshop
Whew! 6 min pose, rushed painting brings about energetic lines! Liz Hill pushed me to take risks!
Pushing Boundaries
Here are a couple figure paintings I did this weekend in a wonderful workshop with Liz Hill. What a stretch for me, and so much fun. Thank you Liz!
Neighborhood Watch
Pure Wonder
Pure Wonder


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Research Handbook on International Conflict and Security Law
Jus ad Bellum, Jus in Bello and Jus post Bellum
Edited by Nigel White and Christian Henderson
Chapter 14: War crimes
Robert Cryer
War crimes are a criminalized sub-set of violations of the law of armed conflict. As such, given their link to armed conflict, the relationship of the law of war crimes to peace and security hardly needs explanation. The law of war crimes is an old area of international criminal law. Trials for what would now be called war crimes have been a frequent occurrence throughout history. That said, the majority of the developments in the law of war crimes occurred in the twentieth century. This chapter will begin with a discussion of the concept of war crimes and its development. It will then discuss the relationship that the modern law of war crimes has with the law of armed conflict. It will then move on to discuss the substantive norms that make up war crimes law, and the implementation of the rules in this area of law. Depending on how far back it is considered worthwhile looking, prosecutions for war crimes, or at least their analogues, can be traced back a long way in history. Rather like the history of international humanitarian law, which can be traced back to practically all of the major world civilizations in some form or another, the law of war crimes is both old and trans-civilizational. Even if it is the case that the well-known von Hagenbach trial in 1474 was not really a precedent for modern war crimes trials, at the very latest in the mid to late nineteenth century, the right of states to prosecute violations of the law of armed conflict was generally accepted.
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"It makes no doubt today that 2010 can be considered among the most exciting vintages of the decade in the South of France. Often seen as gathering the best of the 2 previous vintages: the 08's fresh character and the 09's attractive ripeness, 2010 is a vintage of balance, a vintage of where southern grapes could grow in the best conditions. Unfortunately it will be also the vintage of very limited yields, sometimes close to 20hl/ha. The beginning of the year was quite humid and allowed the water reserves to rebuild whilst a hot and dry summer, favored the berries concentration and maturing. In late august, the cool nights and some rains allowed to complete its maturing cycle in excellent conditions, avoiding any problems of over-ripeness and maintaining the acidity of the berries. 2010 avoids all kind of over ripeness, our Languedoc red is ideally balanced, fresh and concentrated, with acidity and ripe fruit. Our 2010's are juicy, tasty with a crunchy fruit that make them highly quaffable. -Gregory Hecht"
- • Year: 2010
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text: Local authorities should do more to help the UK meet its carbon budgets by championing renewable energy schemes, giving them planning consent and supporting the development of district heating projects. That call came in a report commissioned by the Department of Energy and Climate Change from the independent Committee on Climate Change (CCC). The CCC also recommended that local authorities should have a statutory duty to develop and implement carbon plans and warned that limited action at the local level would put the achievement of national carbon budgets at risk.


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- Rami and Thembsie are co-stars on The Queen
- Recently, on live radio, Rami said the sweetest things about Thembsie
- It is special to work with people who value you the way Rami values Thembsie
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The two work together on The Queen. Being co-stars, they have learnt a great deal about one another, reported ZAlebs. Rami felt the need to show Thembsie a little love and gratitude for her incredible work.
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Hi, Mina Starsiak Hawk here! You know me from HGTV's Good Bones, where my mom Karen and I take you along on our adventures renovating Indianapolis homes and revitalizing local neighborhoods. I'm also a full-time wife and mother to my adorable son Jack, who just turned six months old. And, now, I am also proud to be a partner of Lowe's. We're working together to complete my outdoor projects the right way, right away this spring so my family and I can enjoy our home and landscape to the fullest this spring season, which is one of my favorites.
I'll be honest, living in Indianapolis often means feeling like spring takes forever to arrive, even when the calendar says it's already here. But you don't have to wait for those 60-degree days to start making your backyard the outdoor oasis you've been dreaming of. In fact, you shouldn't. Missing out on early spring activities, like getting your bulbs or hardy flowers in the ground, could lead to challenges like root damage or your plants not taking well due to temperatures increasing quickly or dramatically before your plants have time to get settled. Trust me, don't procrastinate! Last spring, my husband and I kept putting off pulling out all our outdoor furniture and by the time we got around to it, it was the middle of July and far too hot to want to drag everything out for just a few months of enjoyment. The saying in Indy is, "if you don't like the weather, wait 10 minutes." There can be 40-degree swings in 24 hours, so strike while the iron is hot!
Even if it means bundling up, there are countless projects you can take care of outside as soon as the season starts:
"Nail" Your Toolbox
Having the right tools for your project is a must and makes your job easier and more efficient. It's one of the most frustrating things when you start a project that you're really excited about, only to realize you are missing the drill bit you need! So, know your needs, know what you already have and have fun shopping for what you still need to bulk up your arsenal! When selecting tools, try the "how does it feel in my hand?" test. Try to imagine how the tool will feel after a few hours of use. Larger tools are efficient, just remember to choose one that won't wear you out too quickly. Specific to your spring planting needs, make sure you have a nice hand shovel you like for smaller jobs and a couple bigger options. I'd suggest a drain spade for transplanting smaller plants and a pointed spade for larger ones.
Know Before You Grow
When choosing plants in early spring, look for hardy flowers like pansies, perennial herbs and plants like parsley, and regional bulbs like amaryllis and calla lilies that can withstand low temperatures – but watch for cold snaps to protect new plants from cold spells.
Lowe's has Master Gardeners in its lawn & garden centers to help you choose the best plants for your region and space, and offers a one-year plant guarantee to replace your plants free of charge if they don't survive a year. Their plant labels make it pretty fool proof for you to strike out on your own though! They show you the information you need to find plants suited to your landscape and keep them healthy – from sunlight needs and watering requirements, to growth rate, hardiness and more. The Lowe's Grow Together™ indicator on every tag helps you find different plants that work well together – just select plants with the same numbers on the tags. Knowing your Agricultural Zone will also help you make the right decisions. If you don't know it, it's super easy to look up online. Indiana is split between zones 5 and 6.
Prep for Warmth
March and April can be a guessing game in the garden. Generally, in most climates, this is when it becomes time to pull back the mulch and start warming the soil – but keep ground covers handy in case you still get a freeze. From soil and soil amendments to mulch and rock, Lowe's has it all! Even worse than not having the right tool for the project is not having enough material! Or, having WAY too much and lugging around 30 extra bags of mulch. I'm always down for a good workout, but mulch is messy stuff! If you're not sure how much mulch or soil you need for your project, check out this online calculator to help you save time and money.
Protect and Perfect with Hardscaping
Now…for my favorites. Hardscaping projects like building a retaining wall or a stepping stone walkway add function and design to your landscape. A paver walkway adds an attractive touch to your landscape and serves as a beautiful focal point for your outdoor space. Lowe's has pavers available in a variety of styles and materials, including concrete, brick, marble and cobblestone. This way you can choose the style and design that bets fits you and your home. My all-time favorite — herringbone brick! Can't go wrong. But if you're just beginning, a simple subway pattern may be a good option for the best outcome. You can also make a cool raised garden bed using wall block. It's pretty simple and adds an architectural element to your landscape that you can personalize based on your outdoor space.
You don't have to be an expert to get started. My mom and I taught ourselves so much of what we know – and continue to learn from experience and each other every day. You can too! As soon as I'm ready to get started, Lowe's is my go-to place to get all the essentials. Everything I need for my favorite spring projects is always stocked and ready. I encourage you to start working on your outdoor space now. It's time to dive right in, and it isn't as scary as it seems (trust me).


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It is not clear if voting papers have been destroyed
A fire has hit Iraq's biggest ballot paper storage depot ahead of a proposed recount.
Votes for the eastern district of the Iraqi capital Baghdad were being held in the building.
It is not clear if voting papers have been destroyed or what caused the fire in the storage centre.
Last month's legislative elections were won by an alliance headed by the populist Shia cleric Moqtada Sadr.
Amid allegations of widespread fraud, on Wednesday Iraq's parliament requested a manual recount of about 10 million votes cast.
Firefighters were attempting to control the fire at the storage site, which housed ballot boxes of the al-Rusafa district in the east of Baghdad.
An interior ministry spokesman told the Reuters news agency that the blaze had destroyed some documents and equipment, but efforts were being made to stop it from affecting ballot boxes.
He said the blaze had been confined to one of the four warehouses.
However, Baghdad province council member Mohamed al-Rabeei told Reuters that "all the boxes and papers have burned".
Iraqi authorities have not commented on whether they think the blaze was caused deliberately.
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi warned that security agencies had evidence of "unprecedented" violations during the elections.
He said the main issue was with the electronic vote-counting machines that were used for the first time on 12 May.
But it is unclear whether the recount would affect the outcome of the election.
The outgoing speaker of the Iraqi parliament has said the election should be repeated as a result of the fire.
Salim al-Jabouri, who lost his seat in May's election, said the fire was "a deliberate act, a planned crime, aimed at hiding instances of fraud and manipulation of votes".
Mr Sadr - who once led a militia which fought occupying US troops - led an alliance that won the most votes
Mr Sadr's nationalist grouping formed an alliance with a number of secular parties.
It won 54 of the 328 seats in parliament - making it the largest bloc in the post election landscape.
The cleric, who has ruled himself out of becoming Iraq's prime minister, once led a militia which once fought US troops.
One of Mr Sadr's aides, Dhiaa al-Asadi, said on Twitter (in Arabic) that he thought the fire was carried out "to cancel the election or destroy the stuffed ballots counted amongst the results".
A bloc linked to Iranian-backed paramilitaries that have battled the jihadist group Islamic State (IS) over the past four years came second with 47 seats.
Mr Abadi's alliance came third with 42 seats.
The election, the first held since the government declared victory over IS in December, saw a turnout of 44.5% - much lower than in previous polls.


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Early New is one type of artist/musician following her own pace in most of life aspects. She did not come fast, seemingly a bit self indulgent in her own realization of what the world could be. She had taken quite some time to self-learn to convey pieces of her to people around simply by words, moving into the realm of being an efficient talker one day - as she hopes for.
Getting nearer to watch what a general shape she is made about, description below can bring up some picture of hers.
Adolescent hood and Jazz inspiration
Since child, EarlyNew learned some very basic piano lessons. After then, as she could not remember at all, that lesson was off and gone. From adolescent hood till late teens, she did not touch this hobby at all. Yet meanwhile, she began to listen to many great Jazz albums - that was a point when she was delightfully drawn to sophisticated music scenes - which turned on the fire inside that drove her to want to re-learn piano.
Quite some stories occurred during this period when she searched for being capable of playing the music she loves. Anyhow, she did take one or two piano lessons, but it was either she did not feel right in that learning class, or some things took her time off again Soon then this pursuing was postponed right away and even for quite several years she was disconnected with the shiny piano set due to some life factors.
Guitar learning journey
Until 1996, unknowingly, she all of a sudden had a desire to learn guitar. At then the one she picked up was a classical one, and also started to learn from a flamenco guitar teacher for seven lessons - yes 7 hours - one hour per class, 7 times she took - then however, just soon again, she had to relocate to another city and had to leave that place where she took her guitar class after the very seven lessons - therefore this guitar learning experience from a pro teacher was postponed.
And yet, though, she still strummed the strings from time to time as a hobby back then. And right as from this time period, she started a self learning journey in having basic guitar skills to a better extent. One reason for this self-pioneering journey possibly is that she did not get a chance or make the time to meet up with a teacher in the city she moved afterwards, and the other reason could be that she seemed to enjoy the self strumming fun on the strings, just freely and spontaneously.
Then, later on, around 1997, she started to compose her first song with guitar.
The embarking on of songwriting and composing
That guitar composition journey was embarked around 1997-8. Oh, no. Actually her first music composition was made very early already while she took the piano lesson, which was composed on a piano in around 1991. However, that only and very ancient composition of Early's piano work was simply missing in the lost times. And, , does she write any song even earlier? She seems not to be sure and remember. Yet officially, it was since 1997 then she consistently started to write till now.
So there she goes - she continued to compose by guitar, and ever since then, quite a couple of songs were created in her leisure time at her tiny home base, just after her daily work life in the concrete building. Most of songs from her album Something Above All and Angels See Angels were composition written around then. Most of songs in these two albums were well kept in her mind, and not prepared to be placed into recording yet , until the winter time in late 2004.
Recording Journey
This is a pure personal journey that EarlyNew heartedly participated for all dimensions in one and the only music project in her life so far. That was thrilling. She took the risk doing it all. To her, it meant some achievements on the promise she made back to the symbolic season - winter 2004 - She set it off from that cold winter times, and took the roller coaster afterwards, then ultimately had that goal realized - It was crazy to a naive mind of hers.
Each role in this roller coaster journey has never been one she expected to be while looking back at the the origins of who she was - Has that meant life is about what challenge one choose - ? Or simply a chocolate box to be picked from with whichever flavor to be known -
First she performed in her local area around 2001-2003, off and on, with a loose reporter, then soon she decided to delve in the recording process to keep her original songwriting works down -
From that on, her role started to shift from not just a singer/songwriter, but also an engineer in steering up her songs' altitude toward an even more challenging status - and that role as an engineer for her own works, was a most brave thing she ever did so far in her individual recording history - even though it might not compete to the pro standard in modern recording society.
Instrumental works
Later on for several years, EarlyNew began to compose instrumental music. Among them, some of which are compiled in the album Traveler Take It Easy - a tribute album to her beginning stage of composition works. Apart from the stories this album had told through the songs repertoire, the pure instrumental music recorded in low-fi surroundings, being frozen eternally in that digital format, delivers a sense of lo-fi fun as it seems.
Besides writing songs pieces, instrumental music is also the fondest enjoyment in EarlyNew's music joyride. Tracing back, the influence from world music, guitar music, or ensemble music must have brought her a magic feeling that usually calms her or excites her to various wonderlands.
About the low-fi works being selected into the compilation of the album, there was a process of self doubting going on in EarlyNew's mind at a earlier time.
Till her composition ability had grown more mature, she absolutely knew about what a good music recording workpiece should sound like sonically - -
Sonic expression to the extreme is how EarlyNew has always be thrilled while listening good instrumental music - this influence actually set a standard there for her on how her original instrumental music shall be recorded, which she awaits a good circumstance and a good timing - EarlyNew realized every artist shall follow what's given to him/her in one's particular living circumstances.
She did not feel degraded anymore in the sonic presentation of the album Traveler Take It Easy,recorded back then during 2003 through 2007, once she realized how she's been also blessed for making the pieces of instrumental music of her very own style, some little pearls.
Pop influence and multiple styles infuse
It seems the very first musical inspiration of EarlyNew's very own, comes from a tiny radio set that was once laid aside in that small attic space where she lived since childhood, and that radio set actually brought her to be immersed in all music.
That radio, that accompanied her since little, was a wind that started it all -
By reminiscing, those little root of various styles of music have landed in her body cell ever since then, and hidden well remaining undiscovered just until some unexpected findings came up -
Some dream
Stevie Wonder!
Stevie Wonder!
Mr. Stevie Wonder is a music legend beyond words to describe. Now only his music, but most importantly his spirits also has been a great influence to EarlyNew Since her spontaneous delving into the music land!
Can we say it now - hush, hush, hush - that a little little, or big enough - dream of EarlyNew's is to sing with Stevie Wonder in a concert one day - - ~ OMG ~


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What is Responsive Design?
Responsive design is an approach to web page creation that makes use of flexible layouts. The goal of responsive design is to allow web pages to detect the visitor's screen size and orientation and to change the layout of the website accordingly.
Without responsive design, website visitors, on a mobile phone or tablet, usually have to double tap or pinch and zoom to view certain areas of a web page.
Instead of using fixed-width parameters, responsively-designed pages use mathematical percentages for resizing elements of a web page, which allows for a more fluid layout and a better user experience across different devices. The website navigation, text and images automatically resize to fit the size of the display.
Another advantage to responsive design is that a separate mobile version of a website would not have to be built just to accommodate mobile devices.
Is Responsive Design right for everyone?
The short answer might be YES. However upon a closer look, one might say NO!
There are a number of things to consider when offering Responsive Design as a web developer.
- First, will every design that a graphic designer creates fit the Responsive Design approach?
- Will the client be able to afford the extra time that it would take to create the right art work and then the time it takes to make that design Responsive?
- Will the client truly like what happens to his design, when the Responsive technology kicks in
Let's look into it:
Will every design that a graphic designer creates fit the Responsive Design approach?
The answer to this is simply no. The designer needs to understand how Responsive web sites work in order to best create a design that will work correctly on all devices. Close attention must be paid to every design detail. When shapeshifting kicks in, the site does not look like a steaming pile of you-know-what. This takes extra time on the designer's part as well as the developers. This can add considerable cost to a project. This takes us into the next question.
Will the client be able to afford the extra work that it would take to create the right art work, and then the time it takes to make that design Responsive?
Most clients are concerned only with the bottom line, and don't take time to consider what it really takes to make their web site a Responsive one. (Even when we try to educate them on the resources needed to make it happen!) The honest truth: adding responsive technology to a web site can come with some sizable costs. In today's economy, prospective clients tend to shrug off adding responsive design when they find out how much more it will cost.
Will the client truly like what happens to his design, when the Responsive technology kicks in?
Responsive Approach!
When a Responsive site kicks in on handheld devices such as tablets, iPads and smart phones, they go through a shape-shifting that can change how the design was meant to be seen. True, you won't have to pinch screens in and out but the site will take on a different look from the original design concept.
Non-Responsive Approach!
These types of sites show up on all mobile devices. However, in most cases you'll have to pinch the screens in or out as needed. You will retain the original design's look and feel, but the site will be much smaller.
Weighing the two options from an artistic and usability point of view may change a client's perspective once they understand how these two approaches work.
Responsive design is here to stay. It is a great technology and solves age old viewability issues on mobile devices. One day, the majority of web sites will have Responsive Design built in at the core of the platform. Until then, Web Designers will have to do their best to educate the world as the Internet continues to evolve.


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The Power of Connection | Gabor Maté, MD | 67 Minutes | Live Audience | Filmed in Sacramento, California
For the first time, Dr. Gabor Maté will take you on a journey of discovery; weaving together common struggles we all experience through his unique perspective. Topics include: The epidemic of addiction, childhood trauma, parenting, the mind-body connection, relationships, communication failures, common misconceptions, as well as his thoughts on where society and politics intermix.
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- General public, SUD counselors, Medical & Mental Health Professionals
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This lecture offers a comprehensive overview of the crucial role that connection plays in every aspect of life. Gabor describes the role of connection at the earliest stage of life, where connection with caregiving parent is crucial for survival. How these early parent-child interactions occur impacts how the brain and its neural pathways develop, and influences our emotions, the development of our immune system, our communication and coping strategies later in life, our risks of addiction, serious illness such as asthma, MS, arthritis and cancer, and more.
Gabor skillfully weaves together the medical, scientific, and psychological research on how brain and body interact, and how our relationships affect that development, and paints a picture that helps us understand why and how we behave, and how our perceptions influence our world… but before that, how the world influences our perceptions.
This one-hour video is an excellent introduction to Gabor's perspective on the absolute necessity of connection to healthy existence, and how deficits in connection early in life influence everything from our bodies, to politics, to society. He ends by encouraging us to consider what changes we could make and what we'd need to do to begin to make those changes.
Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to:
- Explain the meaning of "safety" in the role of therapeutic connection
- Describe the role of attunement on development of the endorphin and dopamine systems
- Explain the relationship between asthma and stress hormones
- Describe how the immune system is suppressed by stress


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Georgia: Commission recommends machine-marked ballots for Georgia | Associated Press
After Georgia's 2018 elections focused stinging criticism on the state's outdated election system, a study commission voted Thursday to recommend the use of machines that record votes and print a record. Members of the panel tasked with considering a potential replacement chose that option over hand-marked paper ballots favored by cybersecurity experts. The Secure, Accessible and Fair Elections, or SAFE, Commission voted 13-3 for a draft of a report to be sent to lawmakers, who are expected to decide on criteria for a new system during the legislative session that begins Monday. The commission includes lawmakers, political party representatives, voters and election officials. … Verified Voting, a nonprofit group that advocates ensuring the accuracy of elections, last week urged the commission to recommend hand-marked paper ballots. "A paper ballot that is indelibly marked by hand and physically secured from the moment of casting is the most reliable record of voter intent," president Marian Schneider wrote in a Jan. 4 letter. "A hand-marked paper ballot is the only kind of record not vulnerable to software errors, configuration errors, or hacking."Full Article: Commission recommends machine-marked ballots for Georgia - ABC News.


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Progress report for OS18-117
Evaluation of High-residue Cover Crop Systems and Biodegradable Mulches for Weed Control in Vegetable Production in Alabama
Project Type: On-Farm Research
Funds awarded in 2018: $14,977.00
Projected End Date: 03/14/2020
Grant Recipient: Auburn University
Region: Southern
State: Alabama
Project Information
Alabama has some of the best fields for agriculture in the country due to ample rainfall, long growing season, and proximity to major urban markets. Considering the long-term drought in California, urban development and high land cost in central and south Florida, vegetable acreage in Alabama is projected to rise significantly in the next decade due to low production costs and long growing season for crops. However, one of the biggest problems with expanding vegetable production in Alabama and the Southeast is limited weed control options and tremendous weed pressure as compared to Midwest and northern U.S. Southern crabgrass, goosegrass, pigweed species, lambs quarter and nutsedges can outcompete plant growth early in the season, and reduce yield and harvest efficiency. Moreover, sensitive vegetable varieties can be easily injured by herbicides, and herbicides registered for vegetable production are generally limited as compared to agronomic crops. Considering limited herbicide options, strong market demands, high weed pressure and long growing season, weed control in vegetable production has been challenging in the Southeast, particularly in organic production.
To suppress weeds, increase soil temperature, retain moisture and prevent nutrient leaching, many vegetable farmers utilize plastic mulch in their production. However, initial installation costs, irrigation equipment and annual material costs are high. In some cases, direct seeding without plastic mulch may be easier to operate and more cost-effective as plastic mulch disposal and recycling are both financially and environmentally costly. To increase sustainability, biodegradable mulches have been developed since the 1980s but adoption rate is low due to high cost, inconsistent breakdown time, and lack of knowledge among farmers about the performance of biodegradable mulches. So far, little research and extension work has been done in the Southeast to evaluate the efficacy and economic viability of newer biodegradable mulches and to promote this option to vegetable farmers.
The proposed solutions to address the problems stated above include evaluating high-residue cover crops and biodegradable mulches for weed control in sustainable vegetable production.
Project Objectives:
- Evaluating high-residue cover crop systems plus reduced tillage for weed suppression and reduction of herbicide usage as compared to bare ground system.
- Assessing the potential of reducing polyethylene mulch usage with adopting high-residue cover crop systems plus biodegradable mulches in organic production.
Materials and methods:
Research plots have been established at Hornsby farm and Wiregrass research and extension center. Beds were formed last October and plastic was installed immediately afterwards. Beds were kept as 3 ft wide and row spacing was 6 ft wide. Cereal rye, rye + crimson clover, and white clover were spread with battery power spreader. Two termination methods (spraying glyphosate then run over with tractor tire, or only run over with tractor tire) will be used in early April of 2019 to terminate cover crops in these plots. Checks will be managed as 1) non-treated, full of winter weeds, 2) chemical control using glyphosate (Roundup) + flumioxazin (Chateau). During growing season, watermelon and bell peppers will be transplanted into these beds at normal transplant spacing. Cover crop plots will not be sprayed with preemergence herbicide (Chateau). Only chemical control check will receive Chateau + Roundup. Postemergence treatment of Sandea and Select Max will be used on chemical control check around 5 weeks following transplanting. PI will determine if cover crop plots will receive this POST treatment based on weed assessment and field scouting. If cover biomass is sufficient at this timing, PI may not apply any herbicide to the row middles before crop harvest. Weed count and biomass in each plot will be conducted twice during crop growth (4-5 weeks after transplanting and before harvest). Final yield will also be taken in each plot.
This study is conducted in a very simple way that most of vegetable farmers can follow without needing special equipment. Cover crop treatments have good potential to reduce herbicide usage in row middles and they may provide longer weed suppression than chemicals. Cover crops planted in row middles also can increase general soil health, water holding capacity and organic matter content, along with supporting pollinator population (clover), which is important in specialty crop production.
Three types of biodegradable tarps have been purchased and will by installed at Hornsby farm and another location TBD. The goal is to evaluate 1) if they can last one growing season and retain integrity, 2) if they can sufficiently suppress weeds under the tarp. These tarp will be lay in high weed pressure area. Multiple evaluations on tarp integrity and weed control will be conducted through out the season until fall of 2019.
Research results and discussion:
No results is available yet. They will be ready later in 2019 after crops are harvested.
1 Farmer participating in research
Educational & Outreach Activities
Participation Summary
1 Farmers
1 Ag professionals participated
Education/outreach description:
Research study is still in progress. No outreach and educational activities can be scheduled at this point.
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.


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(L to R) Mayavaram Shiva (Mridangam), Mayavaram Krishnakumar (Kanjeera), Harsha Narayanan (Vocal) and Savitha Viswanathan (Violin)
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His rendering of the song Swaminatha Paripalayamam on Subrahmanya in Nattai ragam was majestic, while the one on Ma Ramanan Uma Ramanan in Hindolam by Papanasam Sivan was mellifluous. The ragam Haricambodhi in which Saint Thyagaraja's Krithi Rama Nannu Brova took off very well. But Harsha reserved his best for the raga alapana of Muthuswami Dhikshitar's Mamava Meenakshi exhibited by some challenging swara
prastharas that enthralled the knowledgeable audience assembled. Interestingly, Harsha at the request of the audience demonstrated the variations in rendering the ragam "Varali". This was followed by a swift rendering of the song of Saint Thyagaraja's Sarasa Sama Dana in "Kapi". Then again came on alternative Ragam, Thanam, Pallaavi in Karakarapriya ragam. The concert by this young group of musicians was very rich in classicism and it appeared that Indian music heritage is going to take over American audience very soon. A word must also be said about the large number of audience here well versed in the form and rhythm of the music and instrumental rendering as they keenly followed the recital. The number of appreciative classical Indian music is already well established in
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The first thing you do need to be aware of in regards to slot tournaments is to get your head around how they work and operate and also just how it is you can win one of the cash prizes attached and on offer on any one of them you do enter.
You will find that as an online casino player you will find both free to enter slot tournaments, which usually have only a small and modest set of prizes on offer on the, and you will also find a set of paid to enter slot tournaments which usually have the very highest possible set of cash prizes that you can win on them.
As you play off your entry in any type of slot tournament you are going to be awarded with points based on the value of the winning combinations you spun in when playing of your entry.
In regards to just how many points you need to guarantee a prize on any slot tournament it is always the case that the player who manages to win the most when playing of their entry and amasses the most points will then win the highest valued cash prize, but those other players who do get lots of points and are listed higher up the Leaderboard based on their points total can often get paid out cash prizes too!
If you do want to take part in any number of online slot tournaments you may be sat there right now wondering if there are any playing strategies that you can adopt in the hope that you will then get a much better chance of winning any tournaments you do decide to enter and take part in!
Well, at the end of the day when playing off your slot tournament entry you need to play off as many spins as you possibly can do during the tournament and then hope as many of those spins are winning ones as is possible!
So always make sure that when you are playing off your entry you concentrate on hitting the spin button a quickly as you can do to then play off as many spins as humanly possible and make sure you are not going to be distracted by other things when you play off your entry too.
The slot tournaments that have the lowest number of entrants are also some of the best ones for you to take part in for with fewer players you get an increased chance of being a winning player!
There are some rather unusual slot tournaments you will come across usually when you are playing at an instant play casino set that doesn't offer the more standard slot tournaments.
What those types of slot tournaments are known as are comp points based slot tournaments and the way in which you take your entry is not like the way you take your entry is a standard slot tournament!
When you enter a comp points slot tournament you have to play with your own money and not pay an entry fee and what you need to do to win a cash or bonus prize is to amass more comp points based on your real money gaming action playing one or more slot games over a certain period of time.
The main problem with those types of slot tournaments however is that as you are playing with your own money you could lose quite a bit of cash, and it is always the case that high rolling slot players will win those tournaments due to them playing or high staking and naturally earning more comp points than that of a low rolling slot player.
Please do spend a little bit of time looking through and reading each of our individual online casino site reviews, as by doing so you will then discover just which casinos will be offering you a range of different slot tournaments.
Whilst most casino sites will at one time or another offer their players slot tournaments there are some casinos that have lots of them scheduled throughout the day every single day of the week.
Also be aware of the many different types of slot tournaments that you will find being offered to you at various different casino sites for not all of them are going to be structured in the exact same way and not all of them will be offering the same level of prize money either.
If you do enjoy playing slots but want to start playing them in a very cost effective way then the sooner you do start entering and taking part in lots of different slot tournaments the better, and remember that every single one of them you do decide to enter will give you another chance of winning one of the prizes on offer on them too!


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Van Gogh's Ear
Monday January 29 at 8.30pm AEDT
Australian Premiere | Available on Foxtel On Demand
Vincent van Gogh, an unknown and unsuccessful painter during his lifetime, is today among the most celebrated artists of all time. In 1888, the artist spent a year of his life in the city of Arles, France, where he created some of his most treasured masterpieces. But it was also the year that he took a blade to his own ear before giving it to a young girl outside a nearby brothel. He was found the following morning with his head wrapped in blood-soaked rags. This event has become one of the most famous legends in the history of art, but nobody has been able to agree upon what actually happened.


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Alford Stables is located on a 150 acre farm in Buffalo, MO. It has been in the family for four generations having been purchased in 1942. It was on this farm that Jo Ann (Neill) Alford was raised. She would walk to the fields where her father was working horses just to be able to ride them back to the house.
Many years later, married and a mother to two young daughters, her passion for horses came to the forefront again. Jo Ann and her husband, John, made an agreement. She would get "one registered Fox Trotting mare good enough to show" and John would get a ski boat.
In 1969, she got that "one good mare" and laid the genetic cornerstone of Alford Stables with the purchase of her first Fox Trotter – a black foundation mare named " J's Cricket" (F-2005). The complementary cornerstone for the Alford's breeding program was put in place in 1977 with the purchase of the young buckskin mare – "Pride's Bronze Spirit". That amazing mare added the "big lick" and unique "bronze" buckskin color that would be distinctive for generations. This was the beginning of a family business (obsession) that has spanned almost 50 years and produced multiple generations of champions. The legacy started by Jo Ann and John Alford is now carried on by their daughters Jan and Julie and granddaughter Jamie and the descendants of Cricket and Spirit. (John never did get his ski boat, but he got lots of joy and satisfaction from watching his wife and daughters show their horses.)


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