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Currently the US volcano community is spread out over many academic institutions, includes several government agencies, is fragmented and would benefit from coordination. Often non-detection of initial volcanic unrest, and uncoordinated response to volcanic activity and eruptions leads to data of different types getting collected at different times and locations or not at all. This results in inefficient resource use and limited impact of the information obtained. At times initial signals or even small initial eruptions are not detected perhaps because they were unexpected or the various observational data sets that may have shown pre-cursory activity were not integrated effectively with existing data.
The purpose of this Research Coordination Network is to enable, organize, and focus the collaboration of US academic researchers, the USGS, NASA, NCAR, NOAA, the Smithsonian (GVP) and foreign entities involved in volcano science. The goal of the enhanced collaboration is to advance our ability to adequately monitor the unrest and run-up to volcanic eruptions and once an eruption occurs, to adequately collect critical data and samples to develop next-generation physical/chemical models of volcanoes and through these understand processes of magma generation, transfer and eruption. While volcano science is truly international, we focus here as a first step on US volcanoes but we plan to broaden participation of international colleagues through the steering committee and participation in workshops.
This RCN resulted from recent community reports: ERUPT and SZ4D
Please see the community reports that provide information on the disciplinary workshops held in 2019
CONVERSE Infrasound Workshop Report_final
CONVERSE RCN_ Volcano Geodesy Workshop Report
Report CONVERSE Steering Committee Skype meeting__Feb 21 2019
Below are some other reports from 2018 (and related earlier) community activities
Report 2018 COVE workshop Albuquerque
Report 2018 CONVERSE Meeting Albuquerque


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Antacids, heartburn medications and proton pump inhibitors are some of the top selling drugs in North America. It is no coincidence that the Standard American Diet (yes, SAD for short and no different from the Canadian diet) is understood by some to be the worst in the world. Of course you know what you should eat and what you should avoid but what if there were also simple ways to prevent the gut discomfort? Taking these five simple steps could improve your digestion and prevent all the bloating, gas and acid before it begins. You can work on the SAD diet next.
Step 1
Stop swallowing air. Drinking, eating too quickly and talking while you eat forces air into the system which causes belching and gas. Have a nice big glass of water before you begin (a little lemon juice in it will help get the stomach acids ready to work) and maybe one after but none of this sip, sip, sip throughout. Slow down, chew, breath and then talk. Sounds simple, right? It isn't.
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Add a good, stable probiotic supplement to your day; they are the good bacteria your body uses to break down food. I believe that it is actually these bacteria that do all the digesting and with inadequate amounts, the gut can't work effectively, causing gas and bloating. Supplementing with the good guys gives your guts a fighting chance.
Step 3
Increase your fibre intake; many nutritionists believe you need between 25 and 35 grams of fibre per day. Without it, your system slows down and waste gets all backed up. Try to get your quota from foods like beans, bran, green vegetables and chia. A morning muesli gets you going in more ways than one.
Step 4
I think we should eat every three hours. Leaving the stomach empty for too long can allow acids to build up and overwork. A little nibble of nuts or a piece of fruit is all you need. Think of it like tossing a few scraps to the lions before you enter the pen.
Step 5
Calm down. I think that much of our tummy troubles are actually brain related. In fact, there is a direct link between the stomach and the brain. Between 80 and 95 per cent of your serotonin (the "feel good" brain chemical) is made and stored in the digestive system. When your head gets all hyper, your guts react. A deep breath and a cup of camomile tea goes a long way.
Nothing will replace a good diet full of fresh, whole foods and a peaceful place to calmly eat them. That said, focusing on giving your digestive system the tools it needs to work, goes a long way.


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Fantasia festival lineup finalized
Six additional Canadian world premieres have been announced.
Fantasia International Film Festival has released its full lineup for the 19th edition of the event, which kicks off July 19.
Among the Canadian films in the lineup is a world premiere for The Interior, from first time filmmaker Trevor Juras (The Lamp) and producer Peter Kuplowsky. The film will be featured in Fantasia's Camera Lucida sidebar, which focuses on progressive, envelope-pushing cinema.
The festive frightener and William Shatner-starrer, A Christmas Horror Story, from Canadian filmmakers Grant Harvey, Brett Sullivan, Steven Hoban also makes its world premiere.
In the documentary category, a Canada/U.S./Japan coproduction entitled The Real Miyagi will feature and elsewhere the U.S. and Canadian copro Lady Psycho Killer, which features production from Montreal-based Red Clay Productions, will make its world premiere.
There are additional world premieres for Canadian films: Scratch from filmmaker Quebec director Sébastien Godron, On The Horizon from director Pascal Payant, the Patricia Chica-directed short A Tricky Treat and Antisocial 2 from Breakthrough Entertainment and Black Fawn Films.
A Tricky Treat is a comedy horror is written by Kamal John Iskander and stars Leonard Waldner. Antisocial 2 is directed by Cody Calahan and co-written by Chad Archibald, Jeff Maher and Calahan.
Also unveiled in today's programming roster announcement is Astron-6′s horror comedy The Editor, which was recently picked up by Raven Banner for Canadian distribution.
The three-week festival, which runs from July 19 to Aug. 3, will feature a more international flavour in 2015 with more Asian and African films than in previous years, said festival programmer Simon Laperrière. It wasn't necessarily the festival's strategy to include a greater number of international films, but Laperrière said submissions came from a more diverse range of territories this year.
Thirty-six countries will be represented in total over the course of the festival, across 135 features and 300 short films.
This includes a trio of films from Japanese director Sion Sono – Shinjuku Swan, Love & Peace, and Tag – and a world premiere for Ludo from Indian directorial pair Q and Nikon.
Among the world premieres also revealed today was Cash Only from Malik Bader (Street Thief), Ninja The Monster from Ken Ochiai (Uzumasa Limelight), and Ansiel Norton's post-apocalyptic feature Orion, starring David Arquette.
Earlier in June, Fantasia announced world premieres from Canadian filmmakers Larry Kent, Chad Archibald and Gabriel Carrer.
The official closing night film is Hajime Isayama's live-action war feature Attack On Titan.
In total the festival will screen 22 world premieres, 13 internationals and 21 North American premieres.
Updated: Story updated at 1:40 on July 7 to reflect the inclusion of A Tricky Treat and Antisocial 2 in the Fantasia lineup. Updated on July 9 at 9:00 p.m. to include A Christmas Horror Story.


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[SINGAPORE] Singapore's air quality stood at unhealthy levels as haze from Indonesian forest fires intensified Friday, blanketing the city-state in a layer of smoke.
The three-hourly air pollution index peaked at 215 as of 2pm before slipping back to 188 at 3pm, according to the National Environment Agency. Readings above 200 are classed as "very unhealthy" and the government advises people to reduce prolonged outdoor activities.
Fire hotspots have appeared over Indonesia's Sumatra island and West Kalimantan, where the Indonesian government said last week it deployed fire fighters. It has also used cloud seeding and water bombing to try to extinguish the fires.
The number of hotspots is lower than 2015, when dry conditions from the El Nino weather phenomenon drove the pollution reading to a record, forcing the city-state and neighboring Malaysia to shut schools.
Satellite data showed a total of 1,950 hotspots from January through to Aug 18, compared with 6,595 in the same period a year ago.
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The haze caused by plantation land-burning has become an annual occurrence in Southeast Asia and leads to periodic tensions with the Indonesian government.
Smoke from illegal burning to clear land for palm oil and paper plantations that blanketed Singapore, parts of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand last year briefly turned Indonesia into the world's biggest climate polluter.
Smoke from Indonesian forest fires shrouded the city-state to such an extent last year that the pollution index went well above 300, forcing Singapore to close schools and cancel a number of public events. A reading exceeding 300 is deemed hazardous.
As Singapore distributed N95 masks to "vulnerable and needy" citizens and permanent residents across the island last year, there were concerns that rising pollution would affect the annual Singapore Grand Prix. The event went ahead and this year's Grand Prix is scheduled for Sept 16-18.
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I've had an exhausting two days involving hours of travelling for meetings and recruitment in both of my part-time research jobs, and a saga of trains, buses and motorways. My eyes are pink and my eye lids heavy – and the Clio is hauled up at the garage…but more about that another time!
However I simply must type up my poem to send to the new student magazine, let's call it 'Limestone City Review' (in honour of the Transatlantic review which published JeanRhys's first ever short story). The laudable aim of this new student venture is to provide space for short stories, poems and articles, giving students valuable experience. I had intended to write an article drawing together ideas from Virginia Wolfe and Belle de Jour…but as often happens, I've run out of time! Again, as usual, I have just a few hours to complete and submit; what is it about deadlines and procrastination? In the words of Marty McFly: "Why do we have to cut these things so damn close?"
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Registration is now open for winter youth swimming lessons at Bemidji State University. Lessons cost $55 per child per session and will be held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
Lessons will be held in three sessions; Session 1 will be held Jan. 8-Jan. 31; Session 2 will be held from Feb. 12-March 7; Each session will include different skill levels in 35-minute lessons beginning at 4 p.m. and ending at 6:00 p.m.
Session 1 will feature lessons for levels 1-3 and 5 as classified by the American Red Cross. Parent and toddler lessons will be held from 4:00-4:35 p.m.; Level 5 lessons will be held from 4:00-4:35 p.m.; Level 1 from 4:45-5:20 p.m.; Level 2 from 5:30-6:05 p.m.; and Level 3 from 6:15-6:50 p.m.
Session 2 will feature lessons for skill levels 1-4. Level 1 lessons will be held from 4-4:35 p.m.; Level 2 from 4:45-5:20 p.m.; Level 3 from 5:30-6:05 p.m.; and level 4 from 6:15 – 6:50 p.m.
Skill levels follow criteria set by the American Red Cross. Level 1 is an introduction to water skills designed to help students feel comfortable in the water; Level 2 provides fundamental aquatic skills; Level 3 focuses on stroke development; Level 4 on stroke improvement; and Level 5 on stroke refinement.
Due to the growth of the program and number of participants, in order to enroll for winter lessons, BSU requires on-site registration on Tuesday December 18th from 4:30-7:00pm and Thursday December 20th also from 4:30-7:00pm. Registration will be first come first serve and parents will need to fill out the necessary forms and make their payment to confirm their child's spot. Forms will be available on-site.
For more information please contact the Associate Director of Campus Recreation, Duane Biehn at (218) 755-4140.


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What it is: The nonpartisan Office of Legislative Services annually breaks down precise details in the budget voted on by the state Legislature, down to each line item and language change, compared to what the governor proposed in his budget message.
What it means: Known as the budget "score sheet," it is the document that legislators peruse in making their final determinations on the annual budget. Every last dollar change is laid out, every difference in language between the Legislature's bill and that proposed by Gov. Chris Christie in his budget message this winter is explained. With the Legislature expected to work long hours today to finalize its budget, it will surely be a well-read document.
Two documents: The OLS release both a numerical breakdown of every line-item change and a breakdown of language changes. Healthcare items provide a good example.
Healthcare budget highlights: The budget includes several increases related to the Democrats' healthcare priorities. These include $2.4 million for a pilot program to increase collaboration between psychiatrists, primary care doctors and social workers in Bergen County; $1 million for the State Commission on Cancer Research: $20 million for the Cancer Institute of New Jersey and the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, and $7.5 million for family planning services. The budget also includes an additional $10.9 million for nursing homes.
Healthcare language highlights: The Legislature also added budget language that affects healthcare. It would require the Department of Human Services to collaborate with county corrections agencies to maximize Medicaid enrollment. It also would require the state to offer health insurance that complies with the Affordable Care Act to residents who previously received New Jersey FamilyCare Advantage, a low-cost health plan that was cancelled earlier this year because it wasn't ACA-compliant.
The last word: Gov. Chris Christie has steadfastly said he won't approve any budget provisions that include a tax increase, all but assuring a veto of the final budget and a showdown in the coming days. He could issue a conditional veto that trims only certain items from the final budget legislation.


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What type of preventative care is offered?
Not only do you want a nursing home to care for your loved one's current condition, you also want to make sure that they do all they can to keep the resident's health from declining. So ask about their preventative care programs. Do they offer nutritionally rich meals? Are residents encouraged to exercise? Is there a program for flu and pneumonia vaccinations?
Something else you'll want to investigate is what steps the nursing home takes to keep residents' minds healthy, as well. Are there group chat sessions? Regular visits by a social worker? Are brain-building or memory-testing games available? A stay in a nursing home does not need to lead to an inevitable decline in health. With the right focus from the facility, patients can sometimes even improve their overall condition.


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One has to start any kind of work sooner or later for the first time in his life. So is the new user or amateur who uses a computer for the first time. The various buttons, commands, software, hardware all puzzles him, despite all the training from family or friends those who are simply computer savvy. Similarly a new user who runs a business also faces the same trouble. In the busy world of today rarely anyone has ample time for the other person around him. The other thing that troubles the new user is lack of confidence. So tackle all these vast kind of computer related trouble one requires a remote online friend.
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By Dr. John F. Sase
with Gerard J. Senick
"Following the light of the sun, we left the Old World.... By prevailing over all obstacles and distractions, one may unfailingly arrive at his chosen goal or destination."
-Christopher Columbus, Journal (1492)
The Great Lakes Global Freight Gateway (GLGFG) project (http://glfg.org/), a U.S./Canadian initiative, seeks to develop an inland port and global-freight trade route from Southeast Michigan/Southwest Ontario through Halifax, Nova Scotia, by rail. From there, the route would go to the rest of the world. The establishment of this line would reduce shipping time to and from the American Midwest from two to eleven days, depending on its starting point, thus lowering costs. In addition, this route reduces costs because of the economies of scale that are created by the largest of the ocean-going container ships that can access the Port of Halifax.
The GLGFG project has emerged as a major initiative to restore economic vitality to the Great Lakes region, to the State of Michigan, and to Metropolitan Detroit. The GLGFG team has projected that the establishment of this route will bring jobs to the Detroit area. In addition, attorneys will benefit from the opening of the GLGFG: legal expertise will be needed in the areas of labor, business, construction, international rights, and others.
I (Dr. Sase) am a Special Economic Advisor to the project group, which takes its membership from public and private organizations in the United States and Canada. The group has grown in number from a handful to more than four dozen. The principal founder of the GLGFG project, Dr. Michael H. Belzer is also a Transportation Economist at Wayne State University. He has granted permission for Gerard J. Senick and me to write this article. Therefore, we would like to share a vision of hope for Michigan and Metropolitan Detroit with our readers.
Build it and they will come.
Don't build it and they will go elsewhere.
From the Pre-Columbian Age through the heyday of the automobile, history regards Detroit and its environs as the ideal North American location for freight transshipment. (Transshipment is the shipment of goods or containers to an intermediate destination and then to another destination.) Many traders and manufacturers bestow this laurel upon the region of Southeast Michigan because it offers a central location of narrow international crossings to carriers on water, land and in the air that allows them to reach the global marketplace. Modern developments enhance the quality of this inland site, which sits along a global-trade route. The region provides available land along many railroad right-of-ways as well as access to the Interstate and Interprovincial highway systems. These systems provide truck carriers with availability from all directions. We in Southeast Michigan/Southwest Ontario have the location, location, location; what we need are jobs. Therefore, the economic redevelopment in this region must move forward-now! Roger Lane, a founding member of the GLGFG team and a former executive of DTE, says, "We are seeing a rare opportunity here in Southeast Michigan. If we do not take advantage of this situation now, we may not have another chance to put the region back in the center of the global economy for many years." If Michigan does not act immediately to initiate the GLGFG project, secondary sites within the Midwest will!
The big picture.
From a view of 1,500 miles, we see the GLGFG as the means to develop an expansive, coordinated, multimodal (rail, truck, sea, and air) trade route between the heart of North America and Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Such a development will move the region toward the center of the global-trade network and will spur revitalization of the economy on and around the Great Lakes. These events will transpire because the GLGFG links the deep-water port of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to the transshipment-distribution hub in Southeast Michigan by Canadian rail. The rail-line runs along the banks of the St. Lawrence Seaway (see Halifax to the Great Lakes, http://youtu.be/27kZoH6A1Go).
A group of fifty professionals from business, government, and academia on both sides of the border has taken the GLGFG from a humble concept to its current status as the focal point of the Great Lakes Gateway, a Michigan not-for-profit corporation (GLG). With a consortium of planning and management teams, the GLG reflects expertise in business, economics, finance, law, industrial relations, regional planning, real estate and commercial development, communications, labor, and government.
As its core function, the GLG serves as a management forum that espouses the stated mission of bringing together freight transporters and cargo owners through the coordination and utilization of existing and future freight facilities and components. Through its actions, the Michigan-based GLG continues to develop cooperation with Canadian entities that include the government-sponsored, not-for-profit Halifax Port Authority, which oversees the deep-water port and cargo-loading and -unloading facilities at Halifax and privately owned CN Railway (formerly known as the Canadian National Railway), with its rail lines, depots, and existing facilities in Southeast Michigan. In addition, the GLGFG plan outlines the benefits offered by the current freight corridor, which extends from Michigan to the Halifax port in order to reach the markets in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Furthermore, the GLG sees the development of an additional rail-freight corridor between Detroit and Montreal as well as a freight corridor to the Far East from British Columbia ports.
"Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam Circumspice"
("If You Seek a Pleasant Peninsula, Look about You.") - Motto of the State of Michigan
The Great Lakes Global Freight Gateway is a work in progress that focuses on the enhancement of the Southeast Michigan international-inland port. Given the existing facilities, the plan emphasizes that the GLG can launch operations today in order to double the flow of cargo rapidly between Michigan and Nova Scotia. Toward this objective, the GLG has implemented a multi-phase plan of action that should reach full operation by winter of 2013. Dr. Belzer says, "The beauty of this plan is that so much of the infrastructure is already in place. The project doesn't need a study. It doesn't need massive planning. It doesn't need much in the way of legislative or governmental approval. The elements of the project only need to be coordinated, linked, and then managed smoothly. It's ready to implement and execute."
When fully operational, the GLG has projected that this public/private economic initiative will generate $11 billion of new economic activity while adding 150,000 sustainable jobs. These jobs will center in the employment sectors of freight transportation, warehousing, and logistics. In addition, the initiative will produce positive-spillover effects to many other industries as the GLGFG project complements and helps to revitalize - not replace - existing manufacturing industries throughout the Great Lakes region. The GLG informs us that the GLGFG is a strategic plan that reduces international-shipping time while lowering freight-transshipment costs. It provides a sustainable and earth-friendly system for producers, shippers, and the public at large.
On 11 October 2011, the GLG held its roll-out event at the Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel. More than thirty major governmental entities and private firms participated in this presentation. The group of attendees included representatives from government agencies in Nova Scotia and the Great Lakes region as well as from the automotive industry and its suppliers, express shippers, freight integrators, and manufacturers of various intermediate and final goods. Since the event, GLG teams have met with potential shippers and other stakeholders to develop their joint strategies as well as individual value propositions. The present objective is to provide assurance of swifter global-freight transport as well as lower total shipping costs in the movement of their goods. In addition to these efforts, parallel meetings in Michigan continue with local and state officials and other interested parties.
The GLG has projected that its first phase - marketing the value of the inland port to its users - will generate positive returns by the end of 2012. By that time, container-freight volume is expected to increase by measurable amounts throughout the region. Within the following year, the GLG predicts that container traffic on the CN Railway will double from 45,000 to 90,000 container lifts (lifting a cargo container unit from one mode of transportation and placing it on another). Shipping costs per container will decrease due to the increased economies of scale and greater regulatory coordination between the two sovereign governments. The GLG anticipates that cargo owners and their agents will enter into agreements, ones that will shift more freight to the Halifax-Great Lakes route by October 2013.
Once cargo volume has reached 100,000 containers, the expected mark for Detroit operations, the CN Railway will have neared its maximum local capacity. As a result, the increasing flow of containers will bolster demand to expand the present facilities and to develop a few more transshipment sites in and around the city. Forecasts suggest that investment demand for funds to finance the construction of a number of new logistics parks (high-tech routing warehouses and yards) and investment in intermodal-distribution centers may reach as much as $2 billion, depending on the size and functionality of the sites.
The GLG has set a target volume of 400,000 containers, measured as twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). As freight volumes increase to 200,000 containers on board the CN, along with another 200,000 by way of the other railroads, the heightened capacity requirements will lead to additional, extensive investment. Dr. Belzer asserts that "just reaching 100,000 units will create substantial economic activity and employment. As we increase mass, we decrease cost and improve service, thus creating a Virtuous Cycle of Economic Development (a complex system of economic events that reinforces itself through a feedback loop)."
"Get Right Down to the Real Nitty Gritty"
- Shirley Ellis, "The Nitty Gritty"
(Congress Records, 1963)
Assuming that near-run objectives are met, early estimates indicate that shipping from Halifax to the Great Lakes will be faster, greener, and less expensive than movement by alternative routes. Depending on alternate port of entry and final destination, the Halifax-Great Lakes route will cut between $250 and $930 of total-landed cost per container. Also, loading containers for export with raw and processed agrarian goods will increase the cost advantage of using the Southeast Michigan port. In Western Michigan, the advantage will stimulate the formation of partnerships, which will be attractive to agribusinesses as well as to manufacturers. The GLG calculates that companies moving 1,000 containers in the course of a year may save as much as $1 million by using the Halifax-Great Lakes route.
The start of the Great Lakes Global Freight Gateway matches the launch of a new generation of ocean-going container ships. The Halifax-Great Lakes path enjoys the competitive advantage stemming from the fact that most of the ports in North America lack the depth to accommodate the Super Post-Panamax ships. The new ships include twenty Triple-Es that have been ordered by the Maersk shipping line. Each of these vessels can carry from 15,000 to 18,000 ocean-going containers. Apart from the Port of Norfolk, Virginia, the year-around, ice-free port in Halifax remains the only one along the East Coast that can handle this new class of ship. In Halifax, the CN reaches its eastern terminus on the container-terminal piers.
Along with the further development of freight-handling employment, the GLGFG project facilitates the expansion of container-freight volume. Meanwhile, the GLG works with transshipment systems, government agencies in the U.S. and Canada, and freight shippers around the world. However, the GLG does not have plans of its own for local transportation initiatives. Instead, it defines its role as bringing together existing projects developed by other public and private organizations, which network as colleagues in the GLG work to create a unified one-stop-shop for the transport of freight through, to, and from the Great Lakes region.
By now, you probably are asking "What about the proposed bridges between Detroit and Windsor?" The GLG vision builds upon TranslinkeD, an earlier concept put forth by Dick Blouse, who then was the CEO and President of the Detroit Regional Chamber. In order to increase rail-freight volumes, the GLG will include present assets as well as new projects, such as further expansions at the Aerotropolis (the area in which the layout, infrastructure, and economy are centered around Detroit Metro and Willow Run airports) and bridges and tunnels crossing the strait. In underscoring this statement, the GLG will not take on the role of builder of bridges, tunnels, or other new infrastructure that are vital to the project. Roger Lane states, "That's for others to deal with. We do not care who builds what, or whether it is a bridge or a tunnel. Our mission is to facilitate the movement of many more containers in and out of Southeast Michigan through partnership with our Canadian colleagues in Windsor and Halifax. What happens at the Detroit River is crucially important to us but, frankly, we will be generating enough additional cargo to help defray the cost of whatever is decided. We just want to see it done in a timely manner."
The GLG plan is a nonpartisan initiative. It has been submitted to the office of Governor Rick Snyder, and members of GLG have been in dialogue with Snyder's team for several months. In order to implement the project fully, the public and private organizations involved need to take the analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning beyond the preliminary stages. However, the GLG needs funding to carry its initiative to the next level. The group has obtained its IRS 401(c)(3) status, which enables it to receive tax-deductible funding from a wide base of sources.
What is the benefit of the success of the GLGFG initiative for attorneys? Implementation of the plan will promote work in the legal profession. For example, issues in the areas of international law, national security, real and intellectual property, business formation and contracts, title transfer and real estate development, eminent domain, labor, construction, codes, zoning, liability, and others will need to be addressed. A rising tide lifts all boats as additional economic activity means more contracts to write and deals to negotiate.
As we associated with the GLG group continue to work on this project for the public good, we hope that all of our readers will have a safe, happy Thanksgiving. If you have any specific questions, please feel free to contact me (Dr. Sase) directly. Alternately, if you wish to receive broader information about the project, obtain written materials, or voice your own interest in the GLGFG, please contact a member of the Great Lakes Gateway public- and media-relations team: Christopher Cook, 734.604.6254, firstname.lastname@example.com; Jennifer Mefford, 248.318.7885; and Jeanne Broad, 313.885.9172.
A PDF copy of this article is posted at http://www.saseassociates.com/legalnewscolumn.html. We continue to post videos related to our monthly column on www.Youtube.com/SaseAssociates. Current offerings in the Legal News Features playlist include: 1) Hiring Forensic Experts, 2) Twenty-Four Tips for Writers, 3) Halifax to the Great Lakes, and 4) PowerPoint: Choosing the Color Palette.
Dr. John F. Sase of SASE Associates, Economic Consulting and Research, earned his MBA at the University of Detroit and his Ph.D. in Economics at Wayne State University. He is a graduated of the University of Detroit Jesuit High School. Dr. Sase can be reached at (248) 569-5228 and by e-mail at email@example.com.
Gerard J. Senick is a freelance writer, editor, and musician. He earned his degree in English at the University of Detroit and was a Supervisory Editor at Gale Research Company (now Cengage) for more than 20 years. Currently, he edits books for publication and gives seminars on writing. Mr. Senick can be reached at (313) 342-4048 and by e-mail at email@example.com.
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A recently published study gives us even more insight - and confirmation, about the effectiveness of diet and exercise when it comes to weight loss.
A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effects of exercise training versus hypocaloric diet: distinct effects on body weight and visceral adipose tissue.
Exercise training ('exercise') and hypocaloric diet ('diet') are frequently prescribed for weight loss in obesity. Whilst body weight changes are commonly used to evaluate lifestyle interventions, visceral adiposity (VAT) is a more relevant and stronger predictor for morbidity and mortality. A meta-analysis was performed to assess the effects of exercise or diet on VAT (quantified by radiographic imaging). Relevant databases were searched through May 2014. One hundred seventeen studies (n = 4,815) were included. We found that both exercise and diet cause VAT loss (P < 0.0001). When comparing diet versus training, diet caused a larger weight loss (P = 0.04). In contrast, a trend was observed towards a larger VAT decrease in exercise (P = 0.08). Changes in weight and VAT showed a strong correlation after diet (R2 = 0.737, P < 0.001), and a modest correlation after exercise (R2 = 0.451, P < 0.001). In the absence of weight loss, exercise is related to 6.1% decrease in VAT, whilst diet showed virtually no change (1.1%). In conclusion, both exercise and diet reduce VAT. Despite a larger effect of diet on total body weight loss, exercise tends to have superior effects in reducing VAT. Finally, total body weight loss does not necessarily reflect changes in VAT and may represent a poor marker when evaluating benefits of lifestyle-interventions.
To summarize:
Calorie restriction (hypocaloric diet) is effective for weight loss.
Exercise is effective for weight loss - although not as good as a hypocaloric diet.
Hypocaloric diet and exercise in combination is effective for weight loss.
Exercise is best at reducing visceral fat (adipose tissue packed in and around our organs).
So what is better for overall health?
Well, both calorie restriction and exercise are effective for improving your health in various ways, and the political answer would be that they are both effective in maintaining overall health, however what most people don't realize is that both have their strengths and weaknesses, pros and cons depending on your goals. Let me explain further.
For the most part, eat more than you burn to gain weight and eat less than you burn to lose weight.
Sure, it is possible that genetics can play a role in your metabolism and how you manage various macros (carbs, for example), but if you are gaining weight, then you are eating too much.
On the flip side, if you are losing weight, you are not eating enough.
Weight loss includes muscle loss, so by restricting calories and not resistance training you are potentially setting yourself up for strength and connective tissue loss.
As the above study tells us, dieting to lose weight is not as effective at removing visceral fat as exercise is. I have written about this before - "Skinny Fat" is Dangerous.
Losing weight too quickly (extreme calorie restriction) can cause a rebound effect known as the "Set Point Theory."
Protein consumption is extremely useful to maintain a healthy body weight. Make sure to increase your overall consumption as you age.
Most people vastly over-estimate the number of calories exercise burns. This is especially true for individuals who just "show up" to the gym and don't exercise hard enough.
Yes, exercise can be helpful in healthy weight management, but it is not some magical formula that can prevent obesity if you do not diet appropriately.
Exercise is extremely beneficial for your brain, mood, bones, connective tissues, muscles, etc. Honestly, the list is so extensive, in my opinion, nobody should go without exercise, or more specifically, a well-rounded program consisting of cardiovascular exercise and resistance training.
As the study above tells us, exercise is more effective then dieting alone when it comes to reducing visceral fat - fat that can raise the risk of other diseases.
When it comes to changing the way you look, exercise is best at it can help increase lean mass (muscle), improve the appearance of your skin/hair, improve circulation, etc.
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The trial for Samuel "Mouli" Cohen, which was scheduled to begin on September 19, 2011, is now set to begin on October 17, 2011. Jury selection will begin on October 13, 2011. The trial will be held in San Francisco before Judge Charles R. Breyer.
As previously reported, in August 2010, federal prosecutors in California unsealed a criminal indictment charging Samuel "Mouli" Cohen of 19 counts of wire fraud and 13 counts of "engaging in Monetary Transactions in Criminally Derived Property." The charges stem from allegations that Cohen defrauded over 55 investors, including actor Danny Glover, out of more than $30 million with claims that his company was about to be acquired by Microsoft Corp.
In August 2011, federal prosecutors added three counts of tax evasion for signing "false and fraudulent U.S. Individual Tax Return(s)" for the years 2005, 2006 and 2007 (see Mouli Cohen's Superseding Indictment).
The government has filed a list of 34 witnesses that could be called to trial, many of which appear to be victims of Cohen's scheme. Prosecutors have also supplied a list of more than 170 exhibits that could be brought into evidence at the the trial which include bank account records, tax records and emails.
According to information on the Federal Bureau of Prisons website, Cohen is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles, however, on August 26, 2011 Judge Breyer signed an order setting bail at $10 million and setting certain conditions upon release. Update: Cohen met the conditions of his bail and was released on Tuesday, September, 20, 2011.
Cohen, who is required to have armed security guards throughout the period of his release, had to advance $80,000 to the security guard company to provide 24 hour security from the time of release through the end of October.
Cohen is required to wear a GPS device, is not allowed any communication except through a land-line phone and is bound to his wife's residence at all times except to travel to the offices of his attorney or to Court.
As previously reported on this website, there were numerous "red flags" in Cohen's background that should have been cause for concern for any investor prior to his arrest in August 2010.
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An analyst briefing: Yellowfin challenges information paradigm with new collaborative platform for BI
Storyboard: Collaboration that will change the way you consume and act on data
International Business Intelligence (BI) vendor, Yellowfin, is launching 'Storyboard' – a new integrated collaboration and presentation platform – in an exclusive series of Webinars, Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 November. And, you're invited.
Join Yellowfin CEO, Glen Rabie, for this analyst only event, to find out how and why Storyboard is about to fundamentally change the way people consume and act on BI content.
Why attend?
Find out how Yellowfin is challenging BI's information paradigm and making data driven decision-making a reality. The succinct 30-minute presentation will:
- Outline Yellowfin's philosophy regarding business communications that underpinned Storyboard's development
- Explore Storyboard's features and functions
- Explain Yellowfin's strategic approach to Collaborative BI
- Provide a dedicated Q & A opportunity
When and How
Yellowfin's new integrated collaboration and presentation platform, Storyboard, will be officially launched in an exclusive analyst Webinar event, hosted by CEO Glen Rabie. Three concise half-hour Webinars have been scheduled throughout Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 November for your convenience.
Register for a session now by clicking on a link below:
Mon, Nov 26, 2012, 4:30PM – 5:00PM, (USA and Canada) EST
Webinar 2 (Best time for Asia-Pacific)
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Webinar 3 (Best time for Europe)
Tues, Nov 27, 2012, 10:00AM – 10:30AM, London GMT
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
Why is the release of Storyboard significant?
BI has a problem – it doesn't deliver a Return on Investment (ROI). Not by itself anyway.
BI end-users generate business value and BI ROI when they utilize BI content to make more efficient and effective decisions.
The consumerization of BI only got it half right – it made BI more accessible to a wider range of data consumers. But, while on the rise, user adoption rates remain low, commonly reported to be languishing between eight and 24 percent.
The results get worse. Gartner has indicated that around 80 percent of BI projects fail, suggesting that only one in five BI programs are capable of positively impacting decision-making.
Therefore, enabling people to integrate fact-based information into their natural decision-making processes is critical to help generate an analytics culture and realize the desired benefits of BI.
The Yellowfin Storyboard is a revolutionary new approach to BI and business communications that does just that.
By blending BI with a comprehensive presentation platform, Storyboard enables users to integrate fully interactive data-rich presentations into their decision-making processes to drive real fact-based action and BI ROI.
"As companies, we spend a lot of time and money working out how to capture information. I think allowing people to connect to and share that knowledge is what good information management is all about"
Yellowfin: An overview
Yellowfin is a global BI software vendor headquartered and developed in Melbourne, Australia.
Yellowfin is an innovative and flexible 100 percent Web-based, cost effective, easy-to-use and deploy reporting and analytics solution.
As a consumer-oriented BI platform, anyone comfortable using a Web-browser can easily learn to take full advantage of Yellowfin's broad range of world-class features.
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Who am I? You might well ask. It's something I ask myself regularly as I enter my dotage. I check back here from time to time wondering if anything has changed.
The last time I checked I found that my name is Terry and I live in Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom. I was born in 1935 and have been married to Maureen (Maureen to me, Mo to many of our friends and Titch to her family) since 1962. We have three children.
Now retired, my aim is to learn something new every day. I am a rationalist, a critical thinker and a skeptic (not a cynic, please don't confuse the terms!). Humour delights me.
I am atheist. I do not 'believe' there is no god, that is a position of faith; my position is that I am unable to believe that such a being exists. The universe and the inhabitants of planet Earth inspire my awe. That's enough for me.
Oh yes, … … I'm vegetarian. I don't like to eat little pieces of dead animals.
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You're damn right I'm going with Harry Potter again this week. The Boy Who Lived was in his fifth year and he was mentoring like 30 students, teaching them how to do magic they never even dreamed they could do! Boy Wonder is my ideal mentor^^
I almost went with Rowan, the hardass and
Sabriel's awesome magic isn't necessarily fun - in fact it's most certainly falling into dark territory - but I'd feel safer knowing I can take care of myself if some dark necromancer decides to cause trouble! And Sabriel's skills would be brilliant to behold - and learn from!!
Kaladin's powers are nothing short of mind-blowingly epic...even before he begins to develop them fully! His spirit in the face of impossible odds is another thing that I admire about him that would make him an ideal mentor.
It's hard to think about magic without thinking of Gandalf, am I right?! His powers consistently deliver and well, I would have LOVED to have seen them on display some more so with him teaching me the tricks of the trade? I'm golden!
(I VERY RARELY cheat on Fandom Mashups but this week I HAD TO)
Given my love of elemental magic, Aang had to be included. Whatever my element would be (probably Water or Air - though I wouldn't mind Fire either) Aang would have me covered because: he's the Master of ALL Elements :D


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The man all England cricket fans loved to hate will be playing his cricket in Surrey this summer. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, on the receiving end of Ashes series defeats in 2005, 2009 and 2011, has signed a short-term contract to play for the county.
The 38 year-old batsman will provide cover for Surrey's South African star Graeme Smith while Smith captains his country in the Champions Trophy in June and July. That means a return for Ponting to the Oval, unhappy scene of Ashes debacles with Australia.
Ponting wasn't too bothered about the Oval's history. "It hasn't been the friendliest place for me but now it will be my home for two months this summer," he said, for once neglecting to preface a comment with his catchphrase "Ah, look".
"I'm really excited to be playing for Surrey this season," he added. "They are a forward thinking and historic club – and play at one of the greatest grounds in the world. I'd like to think I can contribute a significant amount to the club – on and off the field – and am looking forward to getting stuck in as soon as I arrive."
Ponting will probably get a warm welcome from Surrey supporters who will forgive him his somewhat ill-tempered outbursts during the 2005 Ashes. Ponting's more gracious subsequent response to Ashes disappointment won respect for his captaincy.
After retiring from Test cricket, Ponting has maintained his form and scored impressively in the Sheffield Shield for Tasmania. Surrey's Team Director Chris Adams explained the signing: "We knew we would lose Graeme to the ICC Champions Trophy in June. That given, we focused on recruiting the best possible replacement and, in Ricky Ponting, we have signed one of the greatest batsmen of the modern era. This year, our young batsmen will enjoy a unique opportunity to learn from not just one but two of the greatest international players of the modern age."


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I have been in oxford for about a month now and I have been skateboarding just about every day it hasn't been raining. I have learnt a few new tricks and i will be posting an edit of my time here at the end of the month :-). Finally got the photos developed from malmo


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When you keep your shutter open for an extended period of time, clouds start to look like thin wisps of smoke, bodies of water become opaque, and stars turn into bright streaks of light across the sky. Just the idea that you can transform a landscape with just a few camera adjustments can be empowering.
However, it can be just as frustrating if you don't know what you're doing. Long-exposure photography can be challenging because what you see with your eyes isn't necessarily what your camera ends up capturing.
Thankfully, we have these eight easy tips to help you create images that look out of this world.
01. Use an ND filter
If you want to take long-exposure photography seriously, then consider investing in neutral-density (ND) filters. Just think of them as sunglasses that allow you to see better when the sun's too intense. Technically, their job is to limit the light coming into the lens and lets you shoot with extremely slow shutter speeds even in bright light.
ND filters are not only useful in daytime but also when doing long-exposures at night. If you keep your shutter wide open even for several seconds, you'll realize that the dark sky isn't exactly that dark. With ND filters, you can extend your exposure time without the risk of overexposing your shot.
To install an ND filter, all you have to do is screw it onto the filter threads found in front of the lens, and you're ready to start shooting. Just be aware that lenses come in different diameters ranging from 49mm. to 77mm. The filter has to be the same size as the lens, or it won't fit.
02. Calculate exposure
Now that you know how ND filters work, you need to learn how to calculate exposures when using them.
ND filters range from ND2 to ND100000, and they all vary in optical density—or the amount of light they allow to pass. Each filter number corresponds to a certain number of f-stop reduction as shown below:
So how does f-stop reduction affect exposure? If you set your camera aperture to f/1.8 and you put an ND2 filter (which has an f-stop reduction of 1) on the lens, it would effectively become f/2.8—precisely one stop lower. The same happens with the shutter speed: if it's originally set to 1/15 secs., re-adjust it to 1/8 secs. (also one stop lower) once the filter is on.
To help calculate exposure times, you can use apps such as the ND Filter Calculator and ND Filter Timer. They show the normal settings as well as the adjustments you need to make when a filter is attached to the lens.
Note that since you'll be working with extremely low shutter speeds, using a tripod is necessary.
03. Use manual settings
Long-exposure photography requires you to be comfortable enough to adjust your camera manually. One of the most important manual features that you'll be using is bulb mode, an invaluable function that allows you to create exposures that last more than 30 seconds.
To access bulb mode, switch to manual mode and adjust the shutter speed with your click wheel until you see the word "bulb" (it usually comes after 30"). Once it's selected, you can make an exposure however long you want as long as the shutter is pressed. However, using your finger is not recommended because it causes too much vibration—install a cable release, so you can safely trigger the camera without having to touch it.
Since autofocus doesn't work correctly when there isn't enough light (especially with an ND filter on), you need to adjust your focus manually as well. Set your lens to infinity (marked with an ∞ symbol), then look at the screen and use your zoom-in button (marked with a magnifying glass symbol) to magnify the furthest object you see. If it looks blurry, twist the focus ring until the scene looks sharp.
04. Use clouds to add dimension to photos
One of the main allures of long-exposure photography is its ability to capture movement creatively. To make wise use of slow shutter speed, include moving elements—such as clouds—in the scene.
When shooting early in the morning or late in the afternoon with no stars around, look for clouds to make your image appear ethereal. Wait until the sun is low enough on the horizon to add color and contrast to the sky. Depending on the ND filter you use, you can create a photo like the ones you see above and below using an exposure between 30" up to 60" (or more).
05. Capture the spectacle of starry skies
If you're interested in taking photos of stars at night, wait for a clear night without clouds that may obstruct the view. You also may have to look for a location that's far from the city as artificial lights could affect exposure.
Once you find the right location and your camera is set up, select a wide aperture (f/2.8 will suffice) to allow the lens to let as much light in as possible. To focus, zoom in on a star with the zoom-in button (as mentioned in No. 3) and twist the focus ring until it's sharp.
For a typical image of the stars, limit exposure to just a few seconds (a maximum exposure of 15" should do the trick in most cases); otherwise, you'll start seeing trails in your image since stars are constantly moving.
If it's light trails you're after, then feel free to use shutter speeds significantly slower than 15". In most situations, an exposure between 30 minutes to an hour would be enough produce streaks, but you can extend the exposure time even more if you want. The longer the shutter is open, the longer the trails.
To replicate the circular pattern you see in the image above, first, you need to look for the North Star. Use phone apps such as Star Map or Star Tracker to find it. Simply point your phone towards the sky, and the app will help you locate it. Once you identify the star, point your camera towards it and start shooting.
06. Create streaks of light
In urban areas, one of the most interesting long-exposure experiments you can try is photographing light trails from taillights and headlights of passing vehicles. Just look for a strategic position near a busy street, and set your shutter speed to about 5" to 15" or longer.
The same rule on star trails applies to light streaks: the longer the exposure, the longer the lines. If you set the camera correctly, the resulting image should give you long streams of white and red lights.
07. Have fun painting with light
One of the most experimental aspects of long-exposure photography is light painting, which is the practice of deploying portable light sources to draw objects in the air. You can use flashlights, LED lights, toys, and even fireworks to create figures that appear to float in space.
So, how does it work, exactly? When the shutter opens, the camera sensor records any bright light in the scene. However, due to the slow shutter speed, objects in motion either turn out blurry or will not appear in the photo at all. You can observe the same principle at work when you photograph moving traffic—you only see their light trails and not the vehicles themselves because they're moving.
Light painting may seem difficult to execute, but in reality, it isn't. To start, set your camera to self-timer. Then adjust your shutter speed to the amount of time you need to draw something (30" is usually enough). If you need a longer exposure time, choose bulb mode and ask a friend to press the shutter and keep it open for you (bulb doesn't work with the camera's self-timer).
Once you press the shutter and the self-timer starts, immediately get into position. As soon as the camera clicks, start writing in the air. If you don't want to be in the photo, keep moving and step away from the frame as you finish. If you want to stay in the image, all you have to do is stay still.
You can draw figures, trace objects, and even write words as long as the shutter is open. Just remember to write in reverse because the camera registers whatever you create backwards. It takes a bit of practice, but it doesn't take long to master. Light painting is all about trial and error, so just have fun doing it.
Long-exposure photography may be highly technical, but it's also not an exact science. It's the unpredictability that makes this type of photography fun. Despite all your calculations and adjustments, you still never know what you're going to get. Feel free to play around with the settings and surprise yourself with the results.


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good class teacher.
t want to learn speaking
hello asma
i am very interesting to improve my english language so if you don't have a mind to corporate with me to do this thing,please don't hesitate to send me an email on email@example.com
I can say that minkyu is so cool. Thanks for the helpful post.
Thank you very much for this lesson. I am a Spanish speaker but I teach English in Costa Rica. This lesson has helped me a great deal!!!!!!!!!!
All the best
Hi Ms. Emma
What is the difference between OTHER and ANOTHER? THANKS
Hi Ms.Emma
What is the diffren
It's very useful lesson!
Thank you very much!!!
hey youssef how are you doing .
i'm amine 23 years old from morrocco ( live in marrakesh ) the reason why i talk to you is that we're from the same country and we have also something common
is manifasted of speaking in english so if you are intersted to talk this my email address by the way emma you are a very good teacher this lesson is so helpfull for me thank you again and keep doing the great lessons like that
hey amine actually i want to speak to anybody who is interested in speaking and writing english . I hope you get back to me
hi am also wan some1 to talk to in english i will be happy if u call me
I'll be careful with those terms. thanks 4 the free topic, u were great. untill next week hopefully.cya Emma.
Thank you that was really helpful :)
thnx!! Its really important to know
Hello Your Lesson is very useful Thank you for your lesson
Very important topic. Thanks.
it is so important for us and it can fortify our English language.
thank you so much.
Very interesting lesson!Thank you very much
i want to some to help me …..please
Thank you so much.It will be help me. I think so
hi emma, u r doning a great job, this was a really informative video. keep it up.
can u tell me in which acsent people speak in canada and in which acsent you teachers on this site speak???????????????
I scored 4 out of 4.that means I'm on the right way to learn english;I'm very happy for reaching this level.I know It's not the end of the road.but also It's not the starting of the road.thanks a lot Emma;pleas can I know your openion.
Thank you
Hi, I like your accent. I understand you very well. I'm from Europe and I've been learnig British English in my language course. :)
Best wishes from Poland (Cracow)!
hey guys ; i am one of the student who are intrested in learning english language . and i would be happy if i resive any request from : this is my facebook's name ( wacky man )
yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh////i learned a lot
i perfectly answered the Quiz
what's the difference between "the deaf" and "people who are deaf"? why the first is offensive and the second is correct?
Hello Emma! Thank you for the lesson. I think it is pity that we don't use all these "unacceptable words". What's wrong with the word – lame, or disabled, or homo, or black-skinned. In the near future we won't say – father or mother because people with non traditional orientation very offensive. You will have to say – parent (for mother) and parent (for dad)… This "political correctness" goes to nowhere. We only do the language we speak insipid. The most important thing is to set up comfortable living conditions for disabled people, but not by changing the words' meaning.
Why in modern English people are ashamed using traditional English words. For example lame or dumb? Instead of that they constantly create some Latin origin senseless terms like mobility disability and non-vocal?
thank you so much u are a very nice teacher
thank u
Thank you! Apart of beautiful, you are a great teacher…
Great video! Thanks a lot!
thank you my teacher emma i very happy because always listen to your teaching then i need more.
Thank You!
That's great !!! you speak clearly, thank you for that !!!
Emma , could it be true that one person is both beautiful and attractive and intellectual ? It's you. I wish you were my friend . Thank you for these great lessons (Although i know you are the best teacher in the world who dedicated your life for us to learn English , i couldn't help complementing myself for you)
thank you very much .. really its very useful lesson and very important
Hi Emma. Im mexican. In our country the use of these words have changed with the time as well. Now there are more respect with people with disbility, however, there are people who still continue using offensive words, like invalid,fo example. Your lesson is great and I really apreciate that people like you make this for ESL. Thanks a lot.
very important and great lesson, thank you.
Hi Ms.Emma- Whow do you pronounce ABOUT in Canadian pronunciations?–What is the meaning of "EH" in canada? THANKS
Hi Emma
This topic you taught to us is very important but it was very confused
Hello Emma,
Thank you for your good job. You do very well. Could I be informed that how many lessons are better to watch and please direct me that where will be the best point of starting I mean from which lesson I can start, and continuously follow which way?
To modify better how many lessons could be better to watch daily? Thanks I missed daily in the previous comment.
hi Emma great lesson as useula could you make a lesson for how to read a
Map direction
hiiiiiiiiii friends I want to learn english. can you help me
HI Dear Emma i am so glad to see your teaching and i like your teaching more i want to learn English good and have a lot of problem in English so i want to get some benefit from you can you accept me as your friend and some times give me some advices.i am 16 years old and please accept me like your friend and send me your Email i will be very happy. i hope you accept as your friend thanks dear. Ilyas
thank you
thanks alot
thanks emma great lesson
hi Emma what's difference between most and almost
Hi Emma….
How are you??
It's your great lesson….
okay take care.
Hi Emma,
I've understood almost all about this topic, except "to have a learning disability".
Please, would U like to tell me the exact meaning? So that I can understand what happens to Tom Cruise.
By the way, I'd like to express how much I really, really love this website. I found EngVid.com a few months ago and have already learned a lot by your amazing method of teaching: useful, short and interesting topics (not boring), clear and nice teachers…
Thanks a lot EngVid Team.
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Hi, I am Sérgio from Brazil and we are taking care of the words like you guys, that´s why you lesson was perfect. Many thanks.
Sorry, I mean "your"
thnx!! Its really important to know
Very useful lesson.I really appreciate your endeavour to expand our horizons.
Thanks from you to serve us
thanks teacher for the lesson, i`m really learning too much,,
Dear amma,
You & your way of teaching, I lke
both. Even Ronni & Alex are great.
I,am an Indian, but sattled in Austria
I,am Austrian citizen, my wife and my
child too.
whenever u like to visit Austria just
contact me.
Thx once again for your leson,
hello speaking of developmentally disabled.what's the difference between
learning disability and intellectual
disability?could be math,language,biology.
Thanks Ronnie for ur good explanation on interview skills…as well on english teachings….
hi Emma.thaks for the lesson.it was very interestig.Im trying to seak in english but I think I can't speak good.can you give me some advice.what I must do?thanks again
Thanks Emma, i like the way you teach.
Lots of new vocabulary for me.
Thank you Emma!
Very good teacher.
Hello Emma,
i'am very happy for the video your are good teacher
Nice Vedio…………….
Many thanks for your kindness and explanation Emma.In Brazil, we are passing through the same process.
Iam very satisfied about this lesson thankz emma
great exploation emma
this is the first time here but i'm enjoy. thank's Emma
All of you, are great teachers… and thank you so much!! I`m very impressed with the qualitty of this site, the theacher`s capacitty .. I`m really glad to find out you teaching english, where we can improve our knowledgment in this language.. thank you….
Thanks a lot) It's a very good lesson.
Emma your lessons are very well organised
Very experienced teacher
nice class
emma i like your lesson and i want to be your friend if it is possible could you send to me your e-mail also in order to give me some help in English by the way i am a girl from Tunisia
I think that this tobic is very important, but I have some questions in a different subject Are there major differences between British English and other?
Thank you Emma for this great lesson. I like your way of teaching =).
Hi, i'm from Brazil.
I'm learning a lot with this site,
You are very nice teacher.
very nice clase
Good lesson,thank you Emma.I'm from China,in our middle high school we aslo learn this ,but not native like you .
Hi Emma, I really don't understand this lesson, Please advice me if you have a free time for your new student I really like to learn English but I have a problem for Listening & Speaking & talking and writing. Please answer me…^_^
Thank you very much
usefull information
thank you.really very nice class
Thank you Very much , it really a good lesson , appreciate your great effort.
thanks teacher
Hi Emma ,,thanks for all you lessons.I would like to learn about sayings………thanks..
thank's Emma
emma what is the difference b/w mental illness and intellectual disability??does'nt these both have a same meaning??
In Russian language we do not have special rules for naming disabled people. Still we try to say it in a mild way
Dear Emma,
Thank you for your lesson, they helped me a lot
Very helpful! Than you.
thank you*
Great, magnificient English lesson.
Tks Miss Emma.
thank you mam about this interesting lesson . really it's beneficial thing to learn culture .
could please tell me about another uses of word " special"?
thank you so much
emma another good teacher of engvid.com.thanks.
what does put a keep are you
Emma, you are really fantastic! I would like to meet you one day.
thank tetcher for this vidio
Thank you very much for your useful lessons.I am sorry to say that you are also beautiful .
I wish you a nice days .
thanks alot, it was very helpful… i hope you offer more vocabulary lessons
thank you very much fr your explanation. I work with people that have intellectual, psychiatric, learning disabilities! i often have problems to explain to other people what my job consists of! thank you very much!
It's very organized lecture~
I Really appreciate you~
You are a very good teacher.
Thanks a lot!
great lesson
i am fine and you
nice lesson . thank u mem
This topic is great.
i am from ASIA. I have started learning english three year ago, but have broblem in grammer. Kindly share method to improve the best.
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This topic is great.
i am from ASIA. I have started learning english three year ago, but have broblem in grammer. Kindly share method to improve the best by my email: email@example.com.
hi emmi …. i really desie such this vedio lessons and i thanking for your helping us !!!!! teacher can i get a complate vedio lessson ? if you help me to speak english fluently i need you help
i want to speak english fleuntly can you help me and i denying to speak english because speaking english is very important.
Dear Emma
According to English Grammar "the poor or the blind" refer to group of people, but your comment on this a bit controversy. How could you explain this to me, please.
awaiting your reply soon.
thans alot iam agreatful so much for you
emmu ur really good teacher….. thanxx… mam.
Hi, Really great lesson. Thanks a lot.
thanx alot. I couldn't find a word to describe this lesson and you as well because I've used the word "Excellent" for less impressive lectures.
we need more advanced lessons from you. we are waiting you.
Hi emme dear i dont 9 a bout English conversion how to speak English
hi I already study English in usa but i want learn more so if you want learn more like me you should practice everyday with someone speak english
hi miss emme im letr letr spekng english
how me good spekng english teel me
thank you teacher actually it is very useful
Amma Thenk you. But tell me please, I'm understanding almost anything you are sayng in this video, but i can't understand for example English TV or Radio broadcasting. Doese this mean that you are speaking easy english?
thank you teacher . you have a perfect way explain
Hello..I think I hear the following:…they can't speak and hear AS WELL. Is the term "AS WELL" used as EITHER?
emma i wanna to improve me accent what shall i do and what is the way to this?
Very good teacher
I'm an English teacher and I must admit I found your lesson absolutely informative and useful, I'm gonna teach it in my classes. Thanks Emma. How long have you been teaching?
thank you Emma about your lesson. Also I would like to say thank you very much for all teachers put their effort to help us!!!!!
Thanks Emma
Could you please tell us how to describe or to talk about a kid or person who has disability in small grade of autism ?
You are a great teacher.I have learned a lot from you.
You are a great teacher.I have learned a lot from you.
Hi Emma! I really wanna thank you for this useful lesson…. all the info is very accurate and up to date….. waaao!! I got 4 correct out of 4
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The Fifth International Conference on Minimalist Music
March 24, 2015 in All Opportunities, Composers, Conference, Performers by newmusicscotland
September 24–27, 2015
University of Turku & Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts, Helsinki, Finland
In this conference we will encourage new debates about the sounds and cultural meanings of minimalist music.
We especially welcome work which
– extends our understanding of minimalism as a sonic, social and cultural practice in the 21st century
– offers new perspectives on the core minimalist repertory
– opens new pathways to understanding minimalism as a musical and cross-arts phenomenon, especially how the style has migrated between genres, media and forms
– offers new perspectives on the different traditions and influences on the style, including precursors of minimalism
– sheds new light on minimalism in the Nordic region
– discusses examples of postminimalism which have taken the style in new directions, including drone music and music that draws on alternative tuning systems
– addresses the rich terrain of intersections of minimalism with popular music and culture, ranging from pop art to IDM.
Keynote speakers (details to be posted later)
Robert Fink
Jelena Novak
Guest composer (details to be posted later)
Kyle Gann
Proposals for individual papers, sessions and workshops should be submitted using the online forms at the conference website:
Deadline for proposals: March 30th 2015.
The conference is organised jointly by the Department of Musicology at the University of Turku and the Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts, in Helsinki, Finland. It is supported by the Society for Minimalist Music (http://minimalismsociety.org ) and the International Institute for Popular Culture at the University of Turku (https://iipcblog.wordpress.
Contact email: minimalism(at)utu.fi


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Ahoy, squirts! Quint here. You know Christopher Nolan's shooting outside when the internet is flooded with Batman pictures. Yesterday we had some shots of Tome Hardy's Bane standing atop a Tumbler and now we have some hand-to-hand combat shots of Bane and Bats going at each other.
Here are a few shots from Getty. You can click on any of 'em to visit Getty's site and scroll through other pics from the day.
And here's a nice shot from The Daily Mail.
Much better than the coat-wearing Bane stuff from yesterday, no? And how about that updated Batpod?
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text: Cinema history The wild, colourful world of railway station cinemas The former Munich railway station cinema Aki | Photo (detail) | © Lunabeach TV & Media GmbH "Grubby" and "cheesy" are two adjectives that immediately spring to mind when you read about railway station cinemas. And yet their original purpose was only to shorten the waiting time of travellers. The chequered history of the still infamous railway station cinemas tells an important part of the story of West German cinema culture. These special cinemas arose in the Federal Republic after the Second World War when almost all railway stations lay in rumble. During their reconstruction, the German Federal Railway decided to offer modern cinemas for travellers, some with seating for 500 or more guests. Similar cinemas already existed in the United States and the UK. The operating company AKI Aktualitätenkino-Betriebs-GmbH & Co, founded in 1950, took over construction and coordination, and the first railway station cinema opened its doors in April 1951 at the main station in Frankfurt am Main. More cinemas in Hamburg, Cologne, Munich and other big cities of West Germany followed. In the early days the programme was designed for rail passengers who wanted to while away the waiting time between two long-distance trains. Back then the train timetables were not so tightly synchronized as they are today and so there were sometimes gruellingly long stopovers. Non-stop diversion – transit zones, pass through places As railway station cinemas were intended only to bridge the idle time between two trains, they didn't show regular movies. Instead they projected in loop, from morning to late evenings, a weekly changing, about 50-minute programme of so-called "Aktualitäten-Kinos" (news films), "Akis" for short, or "Bahnhofslichtspiele" (railway station movies), "Balis" for short. The admission charge was low; the cinemas offered "entertainment for the whole family" and so, in addition to passing travellers and regular customers, many children were among the audience. Guests came and went as they liked, without missing anything decisive. The lighting of these honest-to-goodness passing-through places was a bit brighter than in other cinemas; there were often separate entrances and exits at opposite sides, and next to the screen was enthroned an illuminated clock and a board with information about train delays. The programme of Balis and Akis had a fixed scheme. It consisted initially of a roughly half-hour newsreel with a cross-section of current political and social issues, a slapstick or animation part and general interest features. Customary was a short documentary film or travelogue, which might inspire the audience to new train trips. A conspicuous advantage over traditional cinemas was that the railway station cinemas gave much more playing time to newsreels, thereby meeting the public demand for current information. The idea worked: in the 1950s, the heyday of railway station cinemas, they were often completely sold out. Sex, zombies and other sensations The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (Tobe Hooper) 1974 | Photo (detail) © Turbine Medien GmbH | The market position of the railway station cinemas changed dramatically when television conquered the West German living room in the course of the 1960s. The new medium could deliver news in newsreel format much better than the Aktualitätenkinos. After the operating company responded at first by changing to a regular cinema programme, beginning in the 1960s and through the 1970s it took a new course. Against the background of the sexual revolution, soft core sex films roamed into the programme – for instance, Ich – Ein Groupie (i.e. Me – A Groupie; directed by Erwin C. Dietrich, 1970) and cheap versions of the box-office hit sex educational films by Oswalt Kolle. Other lurid genres that were commonly regarded as trash also flickered across the screens: Westerns, martial arts movies, monster films from Italy, Hong Kong and Japan, action-packed crime films such as Blutiger Freitag (i.e. Bloody Friday; directed by Rolf Olsen, 1972) and horror films such as Tombs of the Blind Dead (directed by Amando de Ossorio, 1971). The good repute of the railway station cinemas plummeted parallel to the new choice of movies, earning them the label of "sleaze cinemas". Films that were not shown on television or at regular cinemas for moral, ethical or artistic reasons found a forum at the Balis. And so there came to be fewer and fewer travellers among the guests and more and more fans of arcane cinema spectacles. Whoever went to a railway station cinema in the 1970s and 80s wanted to see sex films, wild shoot-outs or gory horror films that transgressed the common morality and standards. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (Tobe Hooper, 1974), I Spit on Your Grave (directed by Meir Zarchi, 1978), Zombie Holocaust (directed by Marino Girolami, 1980) and Cannibal Holocaust (directed by Ruggero Deodato, 1980) were a few of the eye-catching titles of the B-movies shown there. Video stores seal the fate of the railway station cinema In the early 1980s railway station cinemas were faced by a further rival in the form of emerging video technology, which was to seal their fate. Now viewers could indulge their curiosity at home after borrowing the desired films at a video store. The unique feature of railway station cinemas, the showing of the stronger stuff that could not be seen anywhere else, had had its day. Even the idea of shifting the programme completely to hardcore pornography and ever harder splatter films could not save the Balis from bankruptcy. One lease agreement after another ran out, not least because the sleazy cinemas also no longer fit the image of the German Federal Railway. Thanks to the development of the infrastructure, waiting times were in any case now shorter, so that the original function of these cinemas as non-stop diversion was no longer in demand. By the end of the 1990s, almost all railway station cinemas were closed and the AKI Aktualitätenkino-Betriebs-GmbH & Co filed for insolvency. Only the Balis in Berlin-Zehlendorf and in Cassel survived the time in the form of normal genre cinemas. The history of the West German railway station cinema lasted less than half a century. The cinemas were founded as a form of harmless diversion for travellers. Yet the reputation of disreputability, which they acquired because of their programmes after the mid-1960s, still clings to them, even though some of the then disdained and derided works they showed have now gained the status of cult films or genre classics.


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Buffett believes that solar is rising. A $2 billion solar project in California is now part of Warren Buffett's investment empire. First Solar sold the 550 megawatt Topaz Project that has a 25-year power purchase agreement from Pacific Gas and Electric and that is now under construction in California to Buffett's MidAmerican Energy.
The power purchase agreement for the power from Topaz makes Buffett's investment very low risk and probably lucrative. Buffett is no fool, as shown by his bank account.
But another point in this story should be underlined. This one solar plant is 550 megawatts and is more solar than the entire country had installed from its founding until 2008. At the end of 2011, the US will have about 4,000 megawatts of solar operating, and that does not include the Topaz solar plant. The solar revolution is quickly moving into a higher gear.
Will Buffett make more investments in solar? It sounds like it, given these words from the CEO of MidAmerican, as quoted in the Los Angeles Times:
"We believe the underlying cost structure of their technology is very reasonable. Their technology is proven and can be implemented at a utility scale level." www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-buffett-solar-20111208,0,6937593.story.
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This was a commission I did a few years ago for my local primary school – Jarrahdale Primary School. They were making a garden, in remembrance of a well loved member of staff who had recently died, and wanted some appropriate garden furniture to put in it.
We can up with the idea of a 'Story tellers' chair – Maxine's chair, and some benches that could be grouped around it while staff read stories to the children. The chunky Story Tellers chair was made to be imposing. Its huge and though I'm 6 ft tall, my feet don't touch the floor when I'm seated!!
The chair and benches are all made from local jarrah, and screwed together. They are decorated with nursery rhyme phrases and related pictures, which are routed into their surfaces! Some of the rhymes are typically Australian, if you were wondering why you didn't recognise some of them!
Thanks for looking.
-- Madburg WA
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#1 posted 03-08-2016 03:04 PM
What a great idea and a fine memorial. I can only imagine how heavy the chair is. I remember moving a Jarrah chair to sit down at a table at Leeuwin Estate winery. It was elegant and finely built but it was impressively heavy. The story teller's chair must require a fork lift!
-- Paul M ..............the early bird may get the worm but it's the second mouse that gets the cheese! http://thecanadianschooloffrenchmarquetry.com/
#2 posted 03-08-2016 04:40 PM
That is really cool. Great job
-- The Old Rednek Workshop https://www.facebook.com/theoldrednekworkshoptn
#3 posted 03-08-2016 04:44 PM
Wonderful concept. I can see this catching on in a lot of areas as the LJ membership reads this posting.
-- John, British Columbia, Canada
#4 posted 03-08-2016 09:56 PM
Delightful idea and execution of this memorial set. It is beautiful.
-- Enrico, Stow OHIO
#5 posted 03-09-2016 05:40 AM
So Paul, imagine a Chevy made out of Jarrah. I got to make the school a lectern/podium as well for the children to us in their assemblies – a bit like a three step stool so there was an appropriate step to suite the high of the child! I'll see if I can find some pictures!
-- Madburg WA
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'Kensington-on-Sea' goes to the polls over posh second homes
It has long been regarded as the getaway of choice for well-heeled Londoners who flock to its idyllic beaches each summer, earning it the nickname Kensington-on-Sea.
But now St Ives has declared war on the wealthy outsiders by attempting to ban them from building second homes.
A referendum will be held in May where the town's 12,000 residents will be asked if they agree to a ban on building any constructions other than those intended for use as 'principal homes'.
The vote comes after St Ives town council revealed one in four new properties are used as second homes.
Neighbourhood plan coordinator Lucy Davis said the huge number of holiday homes in the small seaside town has pushed up house prices, making the area increasingly unaffordable for local people.
"We are not saying we don't want any second homes. We just want homes to be lived in," she said. "People have been talking about this for decades and now we have the opportunity to do something."
The referendum had been intended take place last year, but proposals were criticised by housing minister Brandon Lewis. One developer had indicated to the council that it could challenge the plan under human rights laws.
Since then, resident of two other Cornish areas, Roseland peninsula and Quethiock near Liskeard have voted in favour of local Neighbourhood Development plans, one of which includes rules on building second homes.
Edwina Hannaford, Cornwall council's planning portfolio director, said that the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group feel that the "uncontrolled growth" of holiday homes in the seaside resort is "unsustainable" and must be addressed.
"Although there is much more to the plan, inevitably the main talking point is likely to be the part of the plan that states that new open market housing will only be supported where there is a restriction to ensure that it is used as a main home and not used as a holiday or second home," Ms Hannaford, told The Cornishman.
"We recognise that in including this stipulation, the St Ives Area Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group felt that the impact upon the local housing market of the continued uncontrolled growth of housing used as second or holiday homes was unsustainable."
Exeter University's Dr Jenny Barnett, who has researched the impact of second homes on communities in Devon and Cornwall, said: "Second homes can bring benefits, owners can become very active in their communities and have a higher level of spending but it is not guaranteed."
The vote on the St Ives Area Neighbourhood Development Plan, which states that at least 50 per cent of the new builds in the St Ives parish should be affordable housing, is due to take place on May 5, 2016.
Residents will be asked to answer yes or no to the question: "Do you want Cornwall Council to use the neighbourhood plan for St Ives to help it decide planning applications in the neighbourhood area?"
Explaining why the plan was developed, the St Ives Area Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group said: "St Ives area is beautiful, has significant cultural heritage and a network of strong communities. It is also a globally recognised holiday destination, with tens of thousands of visitors every year.
"There was deep feeling locally that the area needed to be nurtured, protected and guided into the future - and that the best people to do this are those who live here."