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Sam reviews 'Angels of Mercy '- Volume One: Elliot: His Summer of Love by SA Collins . Published on April 1st, 2015 and is 541 pages.
A complimentary copy was given by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Please leave a comment on this post for the chance to win one of THREE SIGNED e-copies of 'Angels of Mercy – Volume One: Elliot' and 'Angels of Mercy – Volume Two: Marco' by SA Collins. More details below.
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On the cusp of his senior year at Mercy High, Elliot Donahey, an out but terminally shy gay young man who keeps to the shadows – never wanting to be seen or noticed – suddenly finds himself in the arms of the highest profile jock on campus, local star quarterback, Marco Sforza. Their lives, and those closest to them will never be the same.
Set against the backdrop of competitive sports, this character study work deep dives into the lives of these young men who each must "play the game" so Marco can continue to play the game he loves. They are just trying to find some small slice of happiness to call their own amidst their hellish final year of high school.
Author's Note: Angels of Mercy is first and foremost, a character study. A great deal of it is inner-monologue. Elliot will pause the action, he will break momentum as he grapples with his world – all the while flipping a finger to the fourth wall. He knows you're there. It was far more important to me as its author (and a gay man) that the reader come away with the whys of Elliot's choices in how he navigates his often tumultuous world. The same can be said of Marco (his jock boyfriend) who will tell his tale in Diary of a Quarterback – due winter 2015. I've read much queer literature and what I find rather interesting is that for the majority of it, very little is written about the character's headspace. When you live in a world where you constantly have to be vigilant as you navigate through, it can make for some very powerful storytelling. That is my goal in writing these boys' lives. I want the reader who may not be queer themselves to come away with what it might be like to be in a gayboy's shoes – constantly polling and pulse-checking your world because your very survival depends upon it. All of that while you hope, you secretly pray, that you'll find someone who will see you too and find they can't live without you in their world. A small slice of happiness to call your own. And though you do everything to keep to yourself, you may still run into those who find your very existence threatens who they are and how they think the world should run.
I pull no punches with this work. They are hormonally charged eighteen year old young men who are sexually active. While the sex is present in the work it is not gratuitous in that the main character does evolve from his physical intimacy with his high-profile boyfriend. He becomes emboldened in ways he never imagined. It is not a genre romance read either, though it has a very strong romance threaded in the work. It is a tale of love and acceptance culled from real-life experiences set in a fictitious manner. This is but one tale of love by gay men how they live it. For Marco and Elliot, these elements serve to bring a light to their relationship that, while heady and romantic, attracts all the wrong attention to their insular world.
While this book ends on a cliff hanger, volume 2 is due out November 2015 and the final volume (3) is due in Spring of 2016 to complete the Angels series.
In a time where more queer youth are coming out to their teammates and their loved ones, I find that work of this nature is both timely and necessary to tell. I hope you'll find it as interesting and provocative a read as I believe it is.
Elliot is a senior at Mercy High. He has learned over time that it's easier to hide in the shadows than deal with the bullies. When not at school, he is busy working at his family's restaurant.
One afternoon, Elliott is taken by surprise when the door to the restaurant dings and in walks Marco, the guy he has crushed on for years. When Marco admits that he is there to see him and that he wants Elliot to go out with him, he knows it has to be a joke. Why else would the star quarterback try this.
Marco is determined to convince Elliott that this is real. When Elliot decides to give Marco a chance, their love story unfolds.
They are sweet, loving and devoted to one another. However, being gay and sports don't mix real well. Therefore, they decide that they need to hide their relationship till football season is over. This isn't a simple task. Can two people from two different worlds come together without any fall out? Is their love strong enough to survive?
I really enjoyed Angels of Mercy: Volume One. I like that it was a longer novel. It wasn't rushed nor did it feel like it was dragging on. I loved seeing these two boys' relationship grow. Elliot accepted he is gay a long time ago, but it wasn't until Marco that he was able to open his eyes to see how truly beautiful he is. I loved how Elliot is Marco's world. Marco would walk through fire to keep what they have. This does end in a cliffhanger like we are warned in the synopsis. Good news is book 2 is already out, so like me you can continue on without pause.
If you like a mm love story that centers around football and has real life obstacles to conquer then Angels of Mercy by SA Collins is a must read.
10/10 Pots of Gold
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SA "Baz" Collins hails from the San Francisco Bay Area where he lives with his husband, their daughter and wonder of all wonders, a whirlwind of a granddaughter and two exotic looking cats. A classically trained singer/actor (under a different name), Baz knows a good yarn when he sees it. Based on years of his work as an actor, Baz specializes in character study pieces. It is more important for him as an author that the reader comes away with a greater understanding of the characters, and the reasons they make the decisions they do, rather than the situations they are in. It is this deep dive into their manners, their experiences and how they process the world around them that make up the body of Mr. Collins' work.
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Watch PrettyMuch, Lil Tjay's Graffiti-Covered 'Lying' Video
PrettyMuch dropped "Lying," a new collaboration with Lil Tjay. The boy band has been performing the track on their FOMO Tour this summer.
On "Lying," the boys pine for an ex who has moved on already. They aren't quite over it yet, knowing that they're not quite being honest to themselves or their ex about how they still love this person. "But I'm lying when I talk to you/'Cause you're lying under someone new," they sing on the chorus. Lil Tjay adds more to the story, believing he may have been "mistreatin' my main" and feels guilty for that.
PrettyMuch released their second EP, Phases, in May. The six-song collection followed up PrettyMuch an EP, their 2018 debut. Currently, the band is on their headlining FOMO Tour which kicked off on July 11th. Now in their third year together, this is the boy band's second headlining tour and third overall after joining Khalid last summer on his Roxy Tour.

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Bryce Bianchi
Bachelor of Science: Psychology: Clinical Counseling
HometownRohnert Park, California
My Greatest Supporters
My greatest supporters have definitely been my family, and even more-so when we transitioned to remote learning. Their constant and unconditional support during my undergraduate years has allowed me to grow in more ways than I ever expected.
Favorite Saint Mary's Memory
My favorite Saint Mary's memories were definitely the little things that typically just go over one's head, but I treasured them, along with all of the RHA events and much more. It's hard to just pick one.
My Next Chapter
I will be taking classes and applying to RN programs, and then following the RN program, I will apply to a master's of nursing program in order to become a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
Clubs and ActivitiesCo-Chair - Residence Hall Association 2020-2021
Programming Coordinator - Residence Hall Association 2019-2020
Finance Coordinator - Residence Hall Association 2018-2019
Favorite Quote
"There are dreamers and there are realists in this world. You'd think the dreamers would find the dreamers and the realists would find the realists, but more often than not the opposite is true. You see, the dreamers need the realists to keep them from soaring too close to the sun. And the realists, well without the dreamers, they might not ever get off the ground."


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Local groups with ideas to boost the lives of over-55s in the borough could get up to £5,000 each through the council-backed One Croydon Alliance.
Between £1,000 and £5,000 is available to bid for by local voluntary and community groups that provide activities or support to reduce social isolation and improve the physical and mental health of over-55s in the borough. The £25,000 fund is for bids that support a specific group of people, target a particular need or consider the needs of a wide range of people across Croydon.
Examples of previous successful bids include a cinema club for older people, a food growing club for newly-retired men and a tea party that also gives access to health checks and activities in extra care housing.
To qualify, bids must support Croydon people to be independent, live longer and lead healthier lives; improve people's quality of life and reduce inequalities of life expectancy.
Priority goes to partnership bids and groups that help those with complex health or care needs, including people living with dementia. Applicants must be able to demonstrate how they link with other groups and organisations. Individuals who benefit must be registered with a Croydon GP.
The alliance, made up of Croydon Council, Age UK Croydon and local NHS trusts, launched its Living Independently For Everyone (LIFE) service in September 2017 to reduce the need for hospital stays among mainly over-65s with long-term conditions.
In its first year, results from the alliance's LIFE service include:
• Over 1,000 hospital referrals to get patients home faster or avoid hospital admission
• 95% of people in their own home within two hours of being discharged from hospital
• 847 possible hospital admissions avoided
• 15% fewer emergency admissions
Bidders can also contact local organisations for support with their applications, including Asian Resource Centre, the BME Forum, Croydon Neighbourhood Care Association, Croydon Voluntary Action and Mind in Croydon.
"The council and partners in the NHS and charitable sector set up the One Croydon Alliance to improve the quality of life and health of people across the borough, and this funding is for groups that help do exactly that.
"If your group, club or society benefits the over-55s in Croydon and you can show how you will make a real difference with up to £5,000 in funding, we want to hear from you."
Councillor Jane Avis, cabinet member for families, health and social care
To apply, email: firstname.lastname@example.com to be sent a funding application pack. Use 'LVP FUNDING APPLICATION' in the title of your email.


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In a letter to the editor, 31st Legislative District Republican state Senate candidate Herminio Mendoza says that the Jersey City Medical Center's new Satellite Emergency Department is better suited for Greenville than it is Bayonne.
Dear Editor,
My name is Herminio Mendoza and I am running for the NJ Senate of District #31. I am a lifelong resident of Greenville and throughout many years, I have heard many false promises been unfulfilled by the leadership in our NJ Senate.
Today, I am highly concerned with the rise of violent crimes in my community and the lack of Health Services to provide emergency situation to my people.
Since Jersey City Medical Center(JCMC) closed Greenville Hospital in 2008, the community has been severely lacking in primary and emergency care.
Officials from Medical Center and its parent company have promised on more than one occasion to replace the services lost when Greenville Hospital closed, but have yet to deliver on those promises.
New Jersey Health regulation only permits a satellite emergency department to be opened when it is replacing a closed full-service acute care facility or where there is a demonstrated community need.
Jersey City Medical Center's proposed Satellite Emergency Department in Bayonne meets neither of these conditions.
I am urging everybody to unite behind the petition from Coalition for Greenville Health Access to stop Barnabas Health from creating a not-needed Satellite Emergency Department in Bayonne and place services where they belong in Greenville.
Herminio Mendoza
Candidate for NJ Senate LD-31
89 Fulton Ave
Jersey City NJ 07305


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Guide to Choosing the Right Google Analytics Goals
Your website is your company's first impression on the world. If you want to make sure it is performing to the best of its abilities, you will need to create and monitor goals in Google Analytics.
What Are Goals in Google Analytics?
Goals in Google Analytics measure how well your company's site achieves its target objectives. Each goal represents a completed activity (known as a conversion) that contributes to the continued growth of your business.
Examples of common Google Analytics goals include:
- Submitting a contact form
- A "click to call" action
- Visiting a specific webpage
- Watching an informational video
- Signing up for a newsletter, and
- Purchasing a product or service
Creating these goals allows Google Analytics to provide your organization with the information it needs to make improvements to its website.
How to Create New Goals in Google Analytics
To create a new goal in Google Analytics, just follow these six steps:
- Log into your Google Analytics account.
- Navigate to the Admin page.
- Click "Goals" in the "View" column.
- Select "+ New Goal" or "Import from Gallery."
- Choose the type of goal you wish to create.
- Follow the on-screen prompts and hit "Save."
There are three main options for creating goals in Google Analytics. They are:
- Goal Templates: This route gives you the ability to build a goal from a predefined setup based on common business objectives.
- Custom Goals: This option allows you to create a goal from scratch.
- Smart Goals: This path lets you build a goal using machine learning.
You can create up to 20 goals in each view in Google Analytics.
Factors to Consider When Creating Google Analytics Goals
There are plenty of factors that may impact the types of goals you create in Google Analytics, such as:
The Age of Your Company and Its Products
Young companies usually have different objectives than more established organizations. Consider this distinction when adding your goals in Google Analytics.
For example, if your business is a startup that will release its first product in six months, you may want to build Google Analytics goals that will help you generate hype, increase your visibility, and add people to your mailing list.
On the other hand, if your organization has been offering its products and services for several years, it might make more sense to monitor sales and appointment requests.
The Nature of Your Organization's Sales Process
Your company's sales process can have a substantial impact on the types of goals you should create in Google Analytics.
For instance, if your sales cycle is short and your products are relatively affordable, goals that track revenue and sales should generally be your main focus. However, these goals may not be the best option if you have an extended sales cycle or your products are more expensive.
Car dealerships and real estate companies often find it makes more sense to set goals that track video views, product page visits, and contact form submissions. These types of goals often better reflect the performance of their website than sales-based goals.
Your Company's Long-Term Objectives
When creating goals in Google Analytics, it can be easy to focus solely on your organization's short-term plans. However, if you want to ensure your firm continues to grow, you should also take some time to consider your long-term objectives.
If, for instance, you would like to expand into a new city, state, or country in the coming years, you may want to set up goals that will help you track user locations. Similarly, if you wish to create a product that targets a new audience, you can build goals that allow you to monitor the demographics of the people who visit specific pages or view particular videos.
Need Google Analytics Assistance? Contact FZA Digital Today!
At FZA Digital, we have been helping companies like yours build beautiful, high-converting websites for years. Our experts know everything there is to know about Google Analytics. If you need any help creating, editing, or monitoring your goals, you can count on us.
To speak to a member of our experienced marketing team, all you need to do is pick up the phone and give us a call at (424) 232-0810 or fill out our short online contact form. We look forward to working with you!


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I thought I would share something from my first year of blogging. My thankful things on here are pretty much the same. I have a couple of newer ones I've come to appreciate and give me inspiration for living life and for continuing to live. Those to may sound the same but they are completely different. Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Give thanks for those and what you are thankful for, and what this day has come to represent in the hearts of those across the nation.
It's early here. Especially early considering it is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. I have a blanket wrapped around my legs, the warmth makes the joints and bones feel decent. Who would have thought at my age I would need to be doing that? But then no one would have ever thought Mr. Human Heater would ever need a blanket.
So what am I thankful for today,
on this National Holiday?
I suppose I need to start with God,
and continue with that I at least still have a bod.
Family must be in the picture,
I hope that cranberry salad is of the right mixture.
Loved ones and smiling faces galore,
or the thoughts that I most adore.
Creativity and my imagination,
are two things needing appreciation.
Of course my friends here and there,
and those most loved everywhere.
You come upon a holiday and wonder what to…
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It is hard to stay positive and keep the faith when it seems like you are stuck in a wilderness season, more so when that season has been continuing for months or years on end. You trust. You wait. You believe. You cry to God, as David did. With honesty, emotion, and help only God can provide. At times, it feels as if God is quiet, and you start doubting if He really cares. You start asking questions like: 'Why God?' 'When will this end?', when wave upon wave of challenges come your way. Is there anyone who can relate?
It is in the thick-of-things that the depth of our faith, trust, and character are tested. I had a week like that. I had to ask myself the hard question: 'Do you really trust God and His way of doing things when you cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel?' Sometimes, there isn't that encouraging word from a friend or family member when you need it. I had to dig deep and pull myself together, ready to fight another day. I had to encourage myself with the truth of the God that I know. All other feelings and thoughts had to be set aside. They were lies from the enemy, weighing me down, trying to discourage me and get me to give up emotionally and physically. I could not remain in the valley of discouragement but had to decide again to stand up. I had to look back and I had to look up at Jesus.
The Israelites were quick to forget how God had delivered them from the oppression in Egypt and was leading and preparing them for the Promised Land. He had parted The Red Sea, provided manna from heaven, healed them from sickness, gave water from a rock, etc. But, they complained and longed to go back to Egypt, when things got tough. We do the same. The Israelites had to be reminded of God's faithfulness, provision, and miracles during the wilderness. I had to look back on my own life and remember.
I had to remind myself that God is taking me forward to something better and bigger in Him. I have to leave my figurative Egypt behind me (the old, familiar, comfortable) and trust God to be with me in the wilderness as He leads me to my Promised Land. It might be a winding road, but it is all for a purpose, only to be revealed once on the other side.
I had to look back and remember how God has always been good to me and by my side. God has never left me, and there are many examples of Him providing amazing opportunities, help, support, provision, and comfort all through my 40 years. He is the waymaker, miracle worker, promise keeper, and light in the darkness. How about you? Do you need to remind yourself of the faithfulness of God in your life?
I am a firm believer in the saying: The best sight is hindsight. It is difficult when we are in the process and do not yet see the promise fulfilled. But, once we can look back on how far we have come, we realize and appreciate God's divine plan and timing. God does not shine a spotlight on our future but promises that His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. He illuminates our journey step-by-step. Why else would we need to trust in God? We need to believe His Word to build our faith.
Psalms 119:105 AMP "Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path."
Hebrews 11:1 TPT "Now faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire the things we long for. It is all the evidence required to prove what is still unseen."
Thank you also to fellow blogger, Cindy Dawson, for your blog post, https://realchristianwomen.blog/2020/10/03/put-faith-in-action-during-a-crisis/ this week. It was a confirmation to keep on praying, keep on trusting, and to keep on proclaiming God's Word and promises over my life. Cindy's post was another reminder of God's faithfulness and involvement in my life.
We sometimes feel that proclaiming God's Word is in vain when we do not see the physical evidence yet. Still, I was again encouraged to keep on praying Scripture and writing it down. I have to keep building and flexing those faith muscles by following a healthy diet of God's Word and exercise of applying it in my life. To not give up, to not lose hope, but to keep at it. Change is happening in the spiritual realm, and it is only a matter of God's perfect timing on when we will witness it.
God wants us to trust Him and not to fear. I do not know about you, but I want to keep my perspective of faith, as Joshua and Caleb did. The other ten spies looked with physical eyes at their circumstances. They only saw the magnitude of the obstacles and forgot the omnipotence of God and His promises to them. This cost them dearly regarding time, purpose, and reward. Let's not complain but remember how powerful, capable, gracious, loving, and willing God is.
God uses the wilderness to shape you so the promised land doesn't break you. Don't try to get out of that process prematurely. Press into God, learn surrender, develop trust, and allow Him to form you into someone capable of walking in a powerful anointing without being destroyed by it. – John Bevere
Let's take John Bevere's advice. Let's be bold and courageous because God is with us. Pick yourself up today. Remember to look back on your life and recognize God's faithfulness and love. But, remember to not long back to your past, but to move forward. Face the world with courage and determination and hold on to faith. Trust resolutely in your Heavenly Father. Your next step, how small it might seem, is a step farther from where you've been, and closer to where He is leading you. One day at a time.
Stay resolute my friend.


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November 05, 2015 8:30 AM to November 07, 2015 5:00 PM
Event Type: New Orleans Workshop on Agency and Responsibility (NOWAR)
Sponsored By: Murphy Institute , Center for Ethics and Public Affairs
Registration is required, To register, please contact firstname.lastname@example.com.
For the link to the NOWAR 2015 program please see below.
NOWAR is a biennial workshop featuring the presentation of sophisticated original research on issues roughly captured under the label "agency and responsibility." The workshop will involve 12 presentations (including keynote speakers), from which will be drawn the papers contributing to the OUP book series Oxford Studies in Agency and Responsibility (edited by David Shoemaker).
For more information, please see the program at the link below.
Established in memory of Charles H. Murphy, Sr. (1870-1954), and inspired by the vision of Charles H. Murphy, Jr. (1920-2002), The Murphy Institute exists to help Tulane faculty and students understand economic, moral, and political problems we all face and think about. More important, it exists to help us understand how these problems have come to be so closely interconnected.


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Northumbria has ambitious carbon reduction targets which require a wide range of interventions and changes to behaviour. Outside of our campus operations, our researchers tackle global climate challenges, such as over-exploitation of natural resources and glacial impacts of rapid climate warming.
Our Carbon Management Strategy 2020 -2030 sets out our commitments to an 80% reduction in emissions by 2030 (against the 2014/15 baseline) and to achieve NetZero by 2040 at the latest. Our previous Carbon Management Plan (2010-2020) achieved a 50% reduction in carbon emissions from a 2005/06 baseline. Progress against our carbon targets can be found in our Annual Carbon Management Report 21/22.
In support of our Carbon Management Strategy 2020-2030, we have completed several carbon reduction projects across campus, and have more planned for the coming year, including:
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Les Avins - The Romantic Condroz Region
A magical walk to discover secret castles, charming villages and meandering peaceful rivers, the Condroz countryside exudes magic.
In Avins, time passes peacefully ... The route enters the heart of the Condroz region, via a superb path which runs along the Hoyoux river, leaving traces of its former history. Here and there, you can still observe ancient reaches and locks of the river, rusted by time. In Tibiémont, the hamlet is surrounded by the pretty river that you enjoy crossing. A beautiful winding path leads you to vast fields. There you can take the RAVeL path towards Havelange. After one kilometer, the route leaves it to cross a leafy wood. The path criss crosses through the meadows: it is a bit like a picture book landscape of the countryside all rounded off by the magnificent site of the Château du Hoyoux. The return loop crosses superb villages nestled in verdant, peaceful valleys.


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I love the idea of the REF Blog, congratulate you on your effort and hope the site really
takes off! It's great to hear and see what fellow retirees are doing, and their continued accomplishments are amazing!
I reluctantly retired from my Speech-Language Pathologist position in January, 2009, after twenty years of
service, feeling very fortunate to have a CTRB income that would allow me to help care for my elderly mother. The opportunity to "turn the tables" and assume the parenting role for THE BEST MOM in the world was truly a blessing. Unfortunately,
as she moved further into her nineties, Alzheimer's disease took hold and produced major changes. After a lifetime of helping children communicate, I was suddenly faced with watching a loved one unable to retrieve words, remember names and gradually
forget even the faces of her children. It quickly became apparent, however, that many of the word games and activities I'd done with school-aged children to improve their language were now very engaging and stimulating to Mom. I naturally
wondered whether others might appreciate them as well and began writing a series of books called Joggin' Your Noggin.
With the arrival of our first grandchild, I once again couldn't help but be the "SLP." Poor Jack,
hardly ever gets a break from Grandma's "language stimulation." We're eagerly anticipating a second … poor dear, doesn't know what he/she is in for!
My husband enjoys being involved in town committees
here in Easton … you might find it amusing that he was forced to retire as substitute teacher at our Helen Keller Middle School, at $85/day, in order to be appointed as an alternate to our town Board of Finance … obviously, substituting would
be a "conflict of interest!"
In addition to our babysitting/caregiver routines, Paul and I have been fortunate to travel to several countries in Europe and to many of our incredible National Parks. We still enjoy
camping, motorcycling (I'm only a passenger), kayaking, and trying to improve our bridge game. I reiterate what many of you have already said … "Life is good."
Hi, Yes I am still working in CT but am cutting back. Feel free to contact me so we can discuss your concerns and determine if I can help.
Are you currently working in CT. If so I would like to use your education advocate services for our 8 year son
Our battles were fierce but always cordial and a handshake from Dr/ Z was was his bond.I share your loss.
Yes, Colleen, I remember him as a true gentleman who led with respect for all. Truly inspiring!


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7 facts you need to know about the Takata air bag recall
The crisis with Japanese air bag supplier Takata has burst wide open with the government's decision to almost double the number of vehicles involved to 33.8 million.
The recall of driver- and passenger-side air bags with inflators that can explode with too much force and spew shrapnel has been deemed the largest in automotive history.
And so many consumers have been trying to get into the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website — SaferCar.gov — that the site incurred momentary outages.
Here are seven things that consumers need to know about the recall:
• Be patient if you're trying to find if a particular car is covered by the recall. The recalled vehicles are posted by Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN, at SaferCar.gov and on the individual automaker's websites. Owners have to pop in their VIN and it will tell them whether the vehicle is under recall. It may require patience until the wave of interest subsides. NHTSA says requests for recall information spiked to 598,000 through 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, the day of the announcement, after averaging 9,662 VIN searches a day in early May.
• The full tally of exact models added as part of the expanded recall is unclear. Some automakers say the government's announcement of the expansion of the recall and its consent order with Takata caught them by surprise, so some are not yet sure which vehicles will be added. General Motors, for instance, was waiting to see if Toyota was going to expand its recall of Pontiac Vibes, which the two automakers used to make jointly. Vibes were recalled in 2013 as part of Toyota's recall of the sibling Toyota-badged Matrix. GM says Toyota may expand the recall to 2006 and 2007 model-year Vibes but isn't sure. A full list may take another week.
• There is a danger from the air bags, but the odds are low. In crashes — and only in crashes — the Takata air bags can deploy with too much force, spewing bits of metal and plastic at the driver or passenger. Six have died worldwide and there have been about 100 injuries. But that number pales compared to the 33.8 million vehicles now included in the recall. Also, the risk is higher in areas with high humidity.
• Dealers are already fixing cars, and in most cases parts are available. Unlike the long waits when GM recalled 2.6 million vehicles last year for faulty ignition switches, Takata indicates that it has parts available in dealers now to replace air bags for many models. It says it has made 3.8 million replacement air bag kits since the recalls began in 2013. It is now producing replacements at a rate of 500,000 a month and will increase production to a million a month in September. The repair itself takes about a half-hour at a dealer.
• Other suppliers also are producing replacement parts. Takata isn't alone. It's using other makers' parts in their recall repair kits. Honda, which has been affected the most so far with 8.12 million inflators under recall in 6.28 million vehicles, has looked to three other suppliers — Autoliv, Daicel and TRW Automotive — for replacement parts.
• Who pays? Not the consumer. The recall repairs are free at dealerships. The big question in the industry is how much liability is Takata willing to accept. Honda, on its own initiative, expanded its recalls nationwide after initial regional recalls covering high-humidity states. Honda could have been on the hook for all of the costs of the recall. Not now. With the signing of the consent order, Takata acquiesced to a massive recall that it had previously resisted. And while not directly acknowledging its products are defective, it issued a statement that indicated it is cooperating with NHTSA.
• The recalls touch almost every automaker. The 10 makers with previous smaller and individual recalls of their vehicles include not only Honda, Toyota and General Motors, but also various models and brands from from Fiat Chrysler, Ford, BMW, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Saab and Nissan.


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Chizzy Akudolu is a British actress. Chizzy Akudolu Height is 167 cm. In 2002, Akudolu was one of eight new parody entertainers who won the BBC Talent Initiative, The Urban Sketch Showcase. Each of the eight played out an improv show appear before BBC throwing executives and makers at the Tabernacle Theater in Notting Hill. Her first TV appearance was in the BBC sitcom 15 Stories High. This was trailed by a little job in EastEnders. She kept on working for the BBC in her first youngsters' arrangement called Stupid! what's more, Roman's Empire.
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Credits likewise incorporate Green Wing, Dustbin Baby for Kindle Entertainment and as an exaggeration of herself in the mockumentary The Most Unromantic Man in the World. Akudolu additionally played arrangement ordinary Miss Kanouti in The Complete Guide to Parenting. She has kept on working for CBBC in projects, for example, Nuzzle and Scratch, Scoop and Gigglebiz.


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Jeremy and Taylor are two of over 1,600 volunteers that invest in the families of Elevation each weekend across our 10 campuses. You can find them at our Uptown campus hosting kids through our worship experience. As Hosts they drive the high-energy stage production in eKidz by engaging elementary aged children through interactive videos, worship songs, and games.
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- There are over 20 different ways/areas to serve in eKidz
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TRUMP CARED - No he didn't. Just ask Ivana.
STRUMP CARD - good for one free visit to the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
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THUMP CARS - electric bumper cars that we drive around as greenies today like those we drove as kids simply to go "bump".
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Digital mammography is superior to screen-film mammography, and the digital technology has other patient benefits as well, a new study finds.
Digital mammography resulted in lower recall and biopsy rates than screen film mammography, reinforcing the positive results of the technology advances, according to an evaluation of data from the Norwegian Breast Cancer Screening Program.
- Digital mammography is superior to film mammography, according to an evaluation of the technology transition in Norway.
- The switch to digital mammography resulted in lower biopsy rates, lower recall, and improved predictive value for cancer.
The results, published in the journal Radiology, suggest that digital mammography is associated with less harm to patients and that the transition from film to digital screening lowered rates of false-positive findings, the authors concluded. The study allowed performance measures and outcomes of screen-film mammography (SFM) and full-field digital mammography (FFDM) before, during, and after the transition.
Researchers analyzed screening data for women 50 to 69 years of age who were enrolled in the screening program from 1996 to 2010. The study included an examination of the effect of the screening transition on the rate of cases, the recall rate, the rate of screen-detected cancer, and the rate of interval cancers.
"The study includes results from women screened with SFM only, with both SFM and FFDM, and with FFDM only," said said Solveig Hofvind, PhD, from the Cancer Registry of Norway and Oslo University College, in Oslo, Norway in a news release. "These combinations make us able to compare early performance measures achieved when using digital mammography in a routine setting, in a proper way."
The authors found the recall rate was 3.4% (47,091 of 1.4 million) for film mammography compared with 2.9% (13,130 of 446,172) for digital screenings (P < 0.001). In addition, the biopsy rate was higher among film screenings at 1.4% (19,776 of 1.4 million) compared with 1.1% (5108 of 446,172) for digital mammography (P < 0.001).
With the adoption of digital mammography, the positive predictive value of recall examinations increased from 19.3% (4,559 of 23,598) to 22.7% (681 of 2,995). The change also raised the positive predictive value of invasive procedures conducted after a screening identified a potential problem. The predictive value increased from 48.3% (4,651 of 9,623) to 57.5% (689 of 1,198), the authors reported.


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Market update: Tricky Transitions and Russia-Ukraine
In our latest market update webinar, Head of Investment Strategy John Wyn-Evans reviews the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. John also turns his attention to some of the big trends facing investors: the rise of multi-polar geopolitics, the easing of the pandemic, the road to zero carbon, and what we can expect from central bank policies.
Market update part 1: Russia-Ukraine
The war in Europe has taken markets by surprise. Hear about how it's already impacting the continent's politics and what the future implications may be for energy and commodities markets.
Market update part 2: Tricky Transitions
The world is changing rapidly, with several investment trends likely to dominate the investing landscape in the future. Hear John's thoughts on:
- The 'multi-polar world' that is emerging as more economies take a larger share of the world market
- The subsiding of the pandemic and the changes that COVID-19 may leave behind
- Changes to energy markets as economies reduce their reliance on carbon
- Why inflation may be higher for longer
Market update part 3: What does this mean for portfolios?
Volatility will probably remain high, but there's still no shortage of attractive long-term investment opportunities.


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Ahhhh colonoscopies, the ever dreaded and not discussed procedure that absolutely everyone hates. I feel ya! I thought I had another 20 years or so before I had to get on the regularly scheduled colonoscopy train, but that train pulled up much quicker than anticipated and gave me a front seat. Colonoscopies are now part of my LFS screening protocol.
I think what terrified me most about the colonoscopy was not the procedure itself but the prep beforehand. I had done the prep once before for a different procedure, and let me tell you, it did not go well. They provided me with a gallon jug and some sort of powder to mix in it with water. It looked like lemonade, but it did not taste like lemonade. I tried mixing it with blue Gatorade, plugging my nose, even whipped out a shot glass to take it like the true college kid I was. All attempts failed, and I managed to drink only about a quarter of it.
Thankfully, I don't think I needed to be as "cleaned out" for that procedure as you do for a colonoscopy. So, this time around, I was terrified. I read stories of people not finishing the prep, going in for the procedure, and having to redo it because they were not cleaned out enough. I was not going to accept defeat this time around. Heck no was I was going to do two rounds of this s***.
So, after scouring the internet and talking to a friend of mine that's a nurse, I found out about an alternative prep method – MiraLAX mixed with Gatorade. Genius, it's tasteless! I called my doctor and they agreed to this method.
Why is this not standard protocol?! Why was I originally prescribed MoviPrep!? I mixed 14 doses of miralax with a 64 ounce yellow Gatorade and drank. All. The. Prep. I repeat, I drank it all! A true miracle really. And honestly, the effects of drinking that much miralax were not as terrifying as you may imagine they would be (I'll spare you the details though).
My procedure went great and I am good to go for two years now. I also have way less anxiety about the procedure in the future now that I know about this little prep trick. So, if you ever need a colonoscopy, remember the MiraLAX and Gatorade prep. Be sure to consult with your doctor beforehand, as this may not be the right option for everyone – but it's certainly worth asking!


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Can you imagine listening to a classical music concert in its world capital?! St. Anne's Church in Vienna offers you the opportunity to listen to pieces by Mozart, Schubert and much more.
What to Expect?
In the centre of Vienna can be found the majestic church to St. Anne - a delightful piece of baroque architecture, sure to surprise you for its beauty and acoustics, and inside you'll see a classical music concert, played by a famous string quartet.
Over 60 minutes you'll be enchanted by classics by Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven and other artists who live and work in Vienna, all with instruments of the highest quality.
Vienna is considered the world capital of classical music, with its history marked by the presence of legendary musicians. As soon as you hear the first notes float through the church, you'll be caught by the refined baroque atmosphere which characterised the Austrian capital. A magical souvenir of Vienna!
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"From that time many of [Jesus'] disciples went back, and walked no more with him. Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life." (John 6: 66-68)
Jesus's teachings proved difficult for some to understand or to swallow. They found their faith in Jesus wavering and left the path on which they may have started. They returned to what they knew, to the familiar rituals and lifestyle that was less challenging to them and easier to grasp.
Jesus's query here to his twelve apostles cited was a valid one. Seeing others turn away, he wanted to know whether these close friends and followers would do the same. Simon Peter must surely have voiced what all twelve were feeling: They did not have a choice. They must stay with Jesus.
And this decision was not one simply of loyalty. They had heard and felt the words of eternal life that Jesus spoke of and demonstrated. The compelling reality of being that they had been witnessing was not something they could forget or pretend they had never known. For how can one go back to the familiar when the Truth has been so profoundly revealed?
The apostles couldn't give up what they had seen, and neither can we. There may be paths that seem easier, but are they, really? A simple way without any light is still difficult. And when the grand Truth is glimpsed, how can we return to the lesser and limited?
Will we go away, leave behind the influence of Love and its promise? No! Where would we go?
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2622477097361465.post7198498874080582483..comments2023-06-03T16:11:18.013-07:00Comments on Aimee L. Salter: DRAFT QUERY #3 - Can You Help This Author?AimeeLSalterhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2622477097361465.post-81682640555443675302012-05-11T10:58:18.546-07:002012-05-11T10:58:18.546-07:00The last sentence is the most important. Why not p...The last sentence is the most important. Why not put it at the top, maybe the third sentence? It took several read-throughs for me to understand that this is a time travel novel. Until I figured that out, the second paragraph made no sense to me.

'Altering the past' is supremely important to the storyline. The conflict between Ross and his former boss is great but put it AFTER telling the reader about 'helping a few blokes escape…' Give me that bit a backstory before telling me the consequences of the deed.

IMHO the query's timeline seems out of place.

Phrases that stand out to me:
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-not used to being the bad guy.
-to shoot on sight
-Dr. Lorraine Field
-Ross is a terrorist, hell-bent on reshaping history into something unrecognizable. His daring -adventures through time pose a threat to modern society, or so she tells her agents.
 -helping a few blokes escape
-At least, the chances are slim. Almost as slim as his chance of survival, which considering his --reputation as the Most Wanted Man of All Time,
-altering the past is the only way to save the woman he loves.

(hope this makes sense. I'm running on little sleep :)Huntresshttps://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2622477097361465.post-31818034612676674492012-05-10T15:14:08.251-07:002012-05-10T15:14:08.251-07:00Your book sounds awesome and one I would definitel...Your book sounds awesome and one I would definitely pick up. I do agree with Aimee's comments though on how you could consider refining the pitch to focus on the key 'hook' elements. Best of luck finding a home for your book - I'll be keeping an eye out for it! :-)Cally Jacksonhttps://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-2622477097361465.post-75589817217007682542012-05-10T07:05:32.727-07:002012-05-10T07:05:32.727-07:00The opening line is catchy, but stories about cops...The opening line is catchy, but stories about cops who are mistaken for the bad guy are not unique. You need to hook me with that first line and it needs to be original to do that properly. I was surprised to find out that time travel is involved in this story, because that would have been part of your first line. Write something catchy about time travel and I think you have a much better hook here. Then, of course, we need to know a little bit about the protagonist and the basic conflict.Randyhttps://email@example.com


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When we get up at 6:30 that Monday morning, the Greek lockdown has just started half an hour ago. From now on we must have a statement with us to be out on the street. Walking Jackie I quickly do illegally. While drinking our morning coffee on our sailing yacht Coco, we find out exactly how it all works. When I read the statement that goes with it, I imagine myself in a scene from Orwell's famous book '1984'.
There appear to be various options for completing the statement of which the SMS seems the simplest to us. You send a message to a toll-free number containing the number of your reason (category 1 to 6), name and address and you receive a response that is then your permit to be on the street. We send an SMS so that Ron can go to the bakery and to our surprise we do get a response back immediately. Armed with this text message and his ID, Ron sets out to get bread. And yes, the baker confirms, this has to be done every time. There is a fine of € 150 for each violation.
This also seems to be the biggest change of the lockdown after one day: we can still continue to do the same things as during the previous measures, but now we have to send an SMS before doing so. It has become a bit quieter on the street, but there was not much activity in the hamlet of Ormos Marathokampou anyway. Furthermore, we are not allowed to leave the port until April 19th and the possibilities for traveling in other ways are also limited.
This gives our adventure an Orwellian twist that we could never have imagined ourselves. Although some may say we are crazy that we haven't quickly returned to our 'safe' homeland the Netherlands, we are lucky to be here with all the pros and cons attached to it. We have plenty of time for doing odd jobs, writing and hiking, summer is coming and we are far away from the real Corona craze out here. Of course, healthcare here is less than in the Netherlands, but for the sake of convenience we assume that we will not need it. After all there is no life, let alone an adventurous life, without risks.


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Damn, I never thought I'd be flirting with fifty This quick and early
Monthly Archives: November 2017
Lifetime Debits ~ #Haiku string
Fundamentally We know it to be all true Yet we do nothing Save inconveniences Up like a living trust fund Collecting your change Life in denial Banking there's a tomorrow Cashing out sorrow
Water, falls ~ #Tanka
I'm as successful As those that are on my team It's not about me We win or lose together Striving for integrity There's only so much an individual, lead, manager or captain can do to rally their team to victory. In the end, all are accountable, including me for the losses as was the caseContinue reading "Water, falls ~ #Tanka"
Sunday mornings ~ #Haiku
The sweet and salty Taste of Sunday mornings is Worth the week-long wait
Comprehender ~ #Haiku
Lodged under the weight of a rock and a hard place we comprise our space
Gobble-gobble! 💃🦃
Doodle Model 🐩🐕 ~ #Haiku
I've taken hundreds Of pictures of my new pup In less than two months
Joe ~ #Tanka #Poem
Rich, bold and luring Invigorating body Stimulates my mind The moment my lips touch Sweet, creamy heat in my cup
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Life is a struggle There will always be trouble Sometimes, it doubles Put your iPod on shuffle Until that noise is muffled
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I do wish I cared More about our world affairs Let's play truth or dare Truth of the matter I care enough that it's tough Watching the corrupt Dare I say we're split Between democracy and Lost humanity Our nation is great The people have what it takes So why do we wait WeContinue reading "News Update ~ #Haiku string"
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I do wish I cared More about our world affairs Let's play truth or dare
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She is very sweet When we're at the kitchen sink Curled up at my feet Making it hard to retreat That's why my training is weak
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During my long and erratic cricketing career I recall when a brilliant catch or a striking run out boosted the fielding side and generated another clatter of wickets. It is as if some currents coursed through the bowlers and fielders and rendered them 'sort-of' superhuman. Good batting sides, of course, weathered such storms and rebuilt.
BUT it is that moment of transformation, the incendiary spark generated by a great catch or piece of fielding that effects a run-out that I wish to mark. A similar impact can also be produced by a monumental act of folly by the batsmen which leaves one stranded run-out. The deflation on one side is matched by the joy and energy among the fielders which transforms into wicket-making penetration.
Amidst all the eulogies heaped on our little nugget Herath for his wonderful bowling at Chittagong against the Kiwis the other day no one spotted the kick-start provided to the Sri Lankan side by Martin Guptill's error[1]in bringing about his downfall run-out.
To note this is not to belittle the magical work of old man Herath. Five wickets for 03 runs is an epitaph that must stand eternal as miracle. It was not merely the statistics but the HOW of the killing and the WHO was killed that takes one breadth away.
Segment below is COURTESY OF http://sports.ndtv.com/icc-world-twenty20-2014/news/222551-world-twenty20-new-zealand-sri-lanka-match-30-chittagong
22:19 (IST): A great bowling effort from Rangana Herath (5/3) has taken Sri Lanka into the semis of the ICC World Twenty20 tournament. Sri Lankan skipper Lasith Malinga said that it was an honour for him to captain a Sri Lankan side including former captains Angelo Mathews, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene. He said he was happy to win. Man of the Match Rangana Herath was humble in saying that he just stuck to his basics and the captain didn't want anything special from him. New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum said that all the credit went to Sri Lanka for the way they bowled and the fact that Corey Anderson could not bat due to a dislocated finger, did not add any pressure to them whatsoever. He also said Sri Lanka were deservedly the winners. Sri Lanka now face the winners of Tuesday's game between the West Indies and Pakistan in the first semi-final on April 3.
21:54 (IST): OUT! Kane Williamson run out Mathews 42. New Zealand 60/8 (15.1 overs). Herath currently finishing his incredible spell.
21:46 (IST): OUT! Kyle Mills lbw b Senanayake 4. New Zealand 51/7 (13.3 overs). Looks all Sri Lanka from here now. A job well done by their bowlers!
21:29 (IST): OUT! Nathan McCullum c Angelo Mathews b Sachitra Senanayake 2. New Zealand 33/6 (9.3 overs). Sri Lanka have completely turned things around for themselves today after posting a dismal first innings score of 119 all out.
21:20 (IST): OUT! Luke Ronchi lbw b Herath 2. New Zealand 29/5 (7.3 overs). Rangana Herath is making things extremely difficult for New Zealand.
21:12 (IST): OUT! Jimmy Neesham b Herath 0. Foxed him completely! New Zealand 23/4 (6 overs). Rangana Herath's figures read 2 overs, 2 maidens, 3 wickets. Incredible!
21:11 (IST): OUT! Ross Taylor lbw b Herath 0. New Zealand 23/3 (5.5 overs). This is turning into an exciting T20 contest now.
21:02 (IST): OUT! Brendon McCullum st Sangakkara b Herath 0. New Zealand 18/2 (4 overs).
21:01 (IST): OUT! A mix-up leads to a run out. Martin Guptill run out 5. New Zealand 18/1 (3.1 overs).
21:00 (IST): Can Rangana Herath script a victory for Sri Lanka? NZ 18/0 after 3 overs chasing 120 vs Sri Lanka.
20:59 (IST): Kane Williamson hits Nuwan Kulasekara for a boundary! NZ race to 18/0 after 2.4 overs.
20:56 (IST): Sri Lanka don't have many runs to defend (119). They need to be careful while bowling. NZ race to 12/0 after 2 overs chasing 120.
20:33 (IST): Sri Lanka bowled out for 119 in 19.2 overs vs New Zealand. Jayawardene 25; Boult 3/20, Neesham 3/22.
20:30 (IST): OUT! Sachitra Senanayake c Williamson b Neesham 17. Sri Lanka 119/9 (19.1 overs).
20:25 (IST): OUT! Another one bites the dust! Thisara Perera c Kane Williamson b Kyle Mills 16. Sri Lanka 116/8 (18.2 overs).
20:12 (IST): OUT! Nuwan Kulasekara c Nathan McCullum b Mitchell McClenaghan 0. Sri Lanka 92/7 (15.4 overs). Indescribable! Nobody expected this from Sri Lanka today. They could be in the semifinal had they batted carefully!
20:08 (IST): OUT! Mahela Jayawardene b Nathan McCullum 25. Sri Lanka 85/6 (15 overs). This is turning into a nightmare for Sri Lanka today!
20:04 (IST): OUT! Angelo Mathews c Ronchi b McClenaghan 6. Sri Lanka 81/5 (13.5 overs) vs New Zealand. Oh dear, Sri Lanka may have to settle for a score less than 140 here in this crucial game.
19:53 (IST): OUT! Lahiru Thirimanne c Guptill b Neesham 20. Sri Lanka 65/4 (11.1 overs) vs New Zealand. The Kiwis have all the momentum in this match as of now.
19:50 (IST): Sri Lanka 55/3 (10 overs) at the halfway stage. Mahela Jayawardene (11*), Lahiru Thirimanne (12*).
19:39 (IST): Take a bow, Trent Boult! He finishes up with figures of 3/20. Great in a crunch game like this one! Sri Lanka 48/3 (8 overs).
19:30 (IST): OUT! Kumar Sangakkara c Corey Anderson b Trent Boult 4. Sri Lanka 35/3 (6 overs) at end of powerplay. This could be the last T20I game for both Sangakkara and Jayawardene if Sri Lanka happen to lose today.
19:19 (IST): OUT! Tillakaratne Dilshan c Ronchi b Boult 8. Sri Lanka 29/2 (3.3 overs). He was trying to be too fancy there with a Dil Scoop once again. Didn't work! Dilshan has to go too after Kusal Perera.
19:18 (IST): Dilshan keeps the scoring rate going despite Kusal's dismissal! Dil scoop for a four! Sri Lanka 24/1 (2.1 overs).
19:11 (IST): OUT! Kusal Perera c Luke Ronchi b Trent Boult 16. Sri Lanka 20/1 (1.5 overs). Not sure if Perera had edged that to the wicketkeeper of a possibly wide delivery on the leg side. He was shaking his head as he walked back.
19:10 (IST): And the fifth ball of the 1st over goes for maximum! 6 runs! Kusal Perera on fire. SL 12/0 (0.5 overs).
19:09 (IST): 3rd ball, boundary! Kusal Perera makes his intentions clear in the 1st over itself! SL 6/0 (0.4 overs).
Playing XIs
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Martin Guptill, Kane Williamson, Brendon McCullum, Ross Taylor, Corey Anderson, Jimmy Neesham, Luke Ronchi, Nathan McCullum, Trent Boult, Kyle Mills, Mitchell McClenaghan
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Kusal Perera, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Mahela Jayawardene, Kumar Sangakkara, Angelo Mathews, Lahiru Thirimanne, Thisara Perera, Nuwan Kulasekara, Sachitra Senanayake, Rangana Herath, Lasith Malinga
18:34 (IST): New Zealand win toss and elect to bowl first vs Sri Lanka at Chittagong. Lasith Malinga will lead the Sri Lankan side in absence of Dinesh Chandimal, who is serving a one-game ban. Rangana Herath comes in place of Ajantha Mendis for Sri Lanka. Brendon McCullum says that his team have performed 'okay' so far and will be tested today against Sri Lanka. Malinga said that it was a good feeling to lead the Sri Lankan side and that he is looking forward to it.
Preview: Kiwis and Lankans fight for semis spot
A semifinal spot at stake, Sri Lanka and New Zealand take on each other in a virtual knock-out match of the ICC World Twenty20 here on Monday.
Sri Lanka and New Zealand are on four points each from three games and the winner of Monday's Super 10 match at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium will decide which side will join South Africa in the semi-finals from Group 1.
South Africa have finished their Super 10 engagements and have qualified for the semifinals with six points from four matches.
Sri Lanka came into the World Twenty20 high on confidence after winning the Asia Cup and then they recorded two consecutive wins comfortably — against South Africa and minnows the Netherlands.
The win against the Netherlands was the shortest successful run chase ever in Twenty20 Internationals, having completed in just five overs after the Dutch scored just 39.
Sri Lanka, however, lost their next match against England by six wickets in a high-scoring match here with their bowlers failing to stop Alex Hales from scoring 116 from just 64 balls.
The Lankans would look to return to winnings ways against New Zealand tomorrow and book a semifinal berth but they will have to come up with an improved bowling show.
All the Lankan bowlers were expensive in their loss against England and they cannot afford to do so against a New Zealand side which have the likes of captain Brendon McCullum, Ross Taylor and Corey Anderson.
New Zealand won one (against England under D/L method in a rain-shortened match) and lost one tight match (against South Africa) and then thrashed minnows the Netherlands and they would be looking to seal a semi-final spot against Sri Lanka on Monday. (Read more)
[1] The TV coverage of this moment left much to be desired — a criticism that encompasses commentators and TV Director behind the scenes.


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With holiday gift giving now in full swing, sending out your packages early enough to ensure they arrive on time is essential. A gift arriving after the fact just doesn't have the same impact. The same can be said for email marketers – if their messages do not reach their intended targets, the time they invested in crafting a valuable message will also be marginalized.
That's why ensuring email delivery is a crucial step that marketers should master. While email delivery statistics vary by industry and email platform, some studies estimate that as many as one in six emails are blocked, placed into junk folders or otherwise not reaching their intended recipient, while others estimate this number at one in five.
Don't settle for a hit or miss strategy when it comes to getting your emails to the right person at the right time. Here are eight tips to keep in mind:
Ensuring their emails arrive to their intended targets should be a top priority for B2B email marketers. Otherwise, all the time and effort that's put into well-crafted messages, eye-catching designs and valuable CTAs will only get lost in the electronic mail, making for a very disappointing holiday season indeed.
At OMI, we believe good things happen when you share your knowledge. That's why we're proud to educate marketers at every level - in every size and type of organization - about the basics of email marketing and the contact data that powers it.
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There has been a wave of criticism regarding magazines editing their models to have a more "ideal" body type. Below are some examples illustrating how some of these retouchers have altered model's bodies:
Original photo credit: Andy Bennett, Flickr
Vogue art director, Rich Lee, explained that, "It's been scientifically proven that the perfect body type is that of a window mannequin."
- Flesh: Pigment drained
- Arms: Removed
Original photo credit: Steve Brokaw, Flickr
"It's a real art form crafting these subtle changes," said Allure digital tech, Chad Davis.
- Nose: Annihilated
- Thighs: Removed
- Calves: Removed
- Ankles: Removed
- Feet: Remove
Original photo credit: Claus_Jepsen, Flickr
Teen Vogue has often been criticized for manipulating its models' faces to better connect with their audience.
- Eyes: Widened, and pupils dilated
- Ears: Enlarged and shifted up
- Nose: Rounded
- Smile: Broadened
Even with the prevalence of photo alteration in all major magazines, there has begun a recent trend of some companies refusing to retouch images of their models to alter their body types.
One such company is British retailer Debenhams, which pledged to limit its photo editing to fixing stray hairs and pigmentation.
"We're showing our commitment to encouraging positive body-image by using un-airbrushed lingerie photography," the company stated on its Facebook page.
Another company that's going against the grain is fashion and lifestyle magazine, Verily, who "never alters the body or face structure" of its models.
One poll showed that 73 percent of Americans prefer their women to look like death. 15 percent stated that more women should have features like a Disney character. 12 percent stated that they prefer woman who look plastic, and if possible to not have any arms, and ideally, no head at all.


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After claiming victory Friday in the 34th annual U.S. Academic Decathlon's premier competition, Granada Hills Charter High School is poised to claim its fourth national title Saturday.
Family members, fans and competitors from 33 states and three countries packed the Hyatt Regency's Grand Ballroom in Garden Grove for the Super Quiz competition.
While there were victors in two smaller divisions, the San Fernando Valley team fielded questions about sustainable energy en route to claiming first place among the competition's largest schools.
Granada Hills senior Irene Lee said Super Quiz is her favorite event because it gives the eight-member team a chance to work together.
"It's where our teamwork and togetherness really stands out," Lee said.
The Granada Hills Charter High students have been developing their teamwork over the past 10 months, studying for hours after school and on weekends.
Since winning the state championship March 22, Granada Hills Charter High's team has practiced five to six hours per day after school and more than 12 hours every weekend.
All the hard work, Lee said, will show Saturday when she expects the team to take its fourth national title.
"I'm confident we will snag a national title because we've worked so hard since June, and I think those efforts will pay off," Lee said.
Granada Hills Charter High coach Mathew Arnold shared Lee's confidence going into Saturday's announcement.
"We have a pretty good lead over the schools," Arnold said. "We're tying not to be overconfident, but we feel good."
While Arnold said medals and trophies are less important than learning teamwork and other life lessons, a victory will be more than just a win.
The Granada Hills charter team lost both the state and national competitions last year, finishing second to nearby rival El Camino Real Charter High School, so victory would mean redemption.
"It's tough to lose, and it's nice to be in a position to win again," Arnold said.


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A friend suggests we go to the new Maharashtra Sadan to have a meal and I said of course, given that Maharshtrian food is my number one favourite. When we reach Maharashtra Sadan, it looks like a cross between a posh hotel and a freshly constructed museum. One word that suggests itself is "opulent".
Maharashtra Sadan Interiors
The menu was a pocket book edition of what I had heard of this place. From among the options only two dishes were worth ordering.
The Maharashtrian Thali (Rs 100) with pithla (a besan based dish), bhakri (Jowar roti), thecha (a hot hot chutney made from green chillies) and other assorted chutneys is amazing.
Pithla and chutneys with jowar bhakri
The star of the evening is the explosively hot Kolhapuri mutton masala (Rs 300). I adore hot and spicy food. This was the kind of food that would make hair grow on your chest. Red hot spicy, this dish was not for the weak hearted!
Mutton Kolhapuri
It took a lot of Taak (buttermilk; Rs 10) to douse the fire in the belly. It was a meal that I undoubtedly enjoyed immensely!
The review was anonymously done after paying for the meal.
Ratings (Out of 5)
Food: 4.0 | Ambience: 3.0| Service: 3.0 | Value: 4.5 | Overall: 3.5
Meal for two: Rs. 500 | Alcohol: Yes | Credit Card: Yes | Wheel chair friendly: No
Address: Behind Baroda House, Kasturbha Gandhi Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi. Tel: 011 23380309, 011 23387285
|Aalok Wadhwa
|Maharashtra Sadan
Behind Baroda House, Kasturbha Gandhi Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Telephone: 011 23380309, 011 2338728 view on a map
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM to 11 AM, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM, 8 PM to 11:30 PM
Cuisine: North Indian, Maharashtrian
Average Price: Rs. 400 - 500


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The Importance Of The Environment In Human Development
Comment: American psychologist Abraham Maslow, author of the well-known hierarchy of human needs, asserted that a teacher or culture does not create a person or instill the ability to love or be loved, to philosophize, create symbols, or create. But they do provide an opportunity, and helps, what exists in the embryo to become real and actual.
Answer: Indeed, the acceleration of personality development depends on the environment.
The importance of the environment is very great because if we choose the right environment and connect with it, this will radically change our destiny. Through communication with the environment, we determine the methods and speed of passage of various states.
Question: Signs of personal growth, as psychologists write, are an increase in the ability to analyze, see the connections of events and phenomena, and understand other people. This is inner freedom and independence, a manifestation of responsibility.
How else can you identify these signs?
Answer: Signs of personal growth are manifested in a person as he or she realizes the importance of the environment. This is most important. In addition to what we have and develop in a natural way, the only parameter that we can change by ourselves is the environment.
Question: Consciousness of responsibility for one's life is one of the main signs of personal growth. When should a person say that only he or she is responsible for what is happening to him or her and when to transfer his or her responsibility to nature, to higher forces?
Answer: Being completely within a certain environment and giving yourself to it, we begin to feel through this connection what we receive through our efforts with respect to the environment, and what the environment gives us without our efforts. This is how we begin to share the impact on ourselves.
From KabTV's "Management Skills" 6/25/20
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Our latest video of the week is Hollywood Undead's new music video for their track 'Your Life'. This latest single is the band's last from their recently released record FIVE. "It might be cliché to say, but it needs to be repeated: You can't waste your fucking time. Every moment you waste worrying is a moment you could've been doing something that might actually have consequence by the day you die," says Johnny 3 Tears of the track.
This week there have been some great new videos from the likes of Marmozets, Nervus and Counterpoint; all in the running of being our next video of the week.


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The opening stages of the 2017-18 PGA Tour season take us halfway around the world this week, as the CIMB Classic takes place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The site of all the action is TPC Kuala Lumpur's West Course.
The tournament concludes with the final round in the middle of the night (late Saturday evening to early Sunday morning) on the East Coast. We still will be tracking the action, though. If you're looking for live coverage of the CIMB Classic, follow our Twitter tracker below…
How to follow the action:
All times Eastern
- TELEVISION: Golf Channel (Saturday, 11 p.m.-3 a.m.)
- ON GOLFWEEK: Tour Tracker | All coverage
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We've been seeing a lot of glamorous ballroom themed weddings lately, haven't we? How about something a bit different? Fasten your seat belts, because we're taking you to North Carolina! Today, you're going to have a preview of Trisha and Jeff's Burnstshirt Vineyard wedding. It was a perfect day with blue skies, warm weather and a light breeze for all the guests. The lush vineyard turns the whole wedding ceremony into something classic and timeless. The fabulous wardrobe, vibrant bouquets, matching boutonnieres and the gold wedding rings will surely inspire you. But what makes this more special is the reception that bursts with soft pinks and beautiful elements. Ahhh, so dreamy! Okay, we're going to stop right now and let JCM's photos do the rest of the talking. Enjoy!
We're All About the Details!
The Wardrobe
The white ivory wedding dress matched the black tuxedo of the groom. It was a perfect dress that fits beautifully with the lush setting.
The Lush Vineyards
The Burntshirt Vineyard is not only all about the gorgeous setting but they also offer wine tastings, winery tours, weddings, events and rental properties. A lovely addition to an already beautiful venue.
The Cake
The white layered cake with a lovely floral topper from The Baker's Box deserves to be one of your table center pieces. Every celebration deserves this kind of perfection!
The Reception
The light pinks and soft whites throughout the table setting really gave a nice classic touch to the reception. This color palette really provides a dreamy atmosphere.
Personalized Crafts
Their gold wedding ring is well designed and perfectly showcased in a personalized pillow. Together with their initials made out of corks, adding a bit of do-it-yourself crafts makes every detail extra special.
Take this Advice
Make sure to communicate with your photographer regarding the best times and locations to take photos during your wedding day. This will help you really highlight the most important things to you and make sure they turn out beautiful! ~Jennifer Mackey/Photographer
Money Matters
$10,000 – $20,000
About the Photographer
Why are you awesome and what sets you apart? We feel that our ability to connect with the couples we work with is what sets us apart! We seek to build relationship with the clients we serve so that when we show up on your wedding day, you don't say "Hey there's the photographers." You say "Hey there's Jenny & Joe!" We feel by building these connections it puts our couples more at ease to be themselves on their wedding day which leads to better images as comfort on camera is so key! What type of events do you prefer doing (weddings, engagements, bridal shoots..etc)? We absolutely love and primarily shoot weddings and engagements, but we also enjoy bridals, anniversary sessions, and corporate events. What city / state do you operate in? Are you willing to travel? We are based out of Asheville North Carolina, but we travel often for weddings and corporate events and we will have traveled to 5 different states for weddings at the end of this year. Pricing? Our entry level full day wedding coverage starts at $1,800 and goes up from there, but we also do plenty of intimate weddings and elopements throughout the year for those couples looking for something simple. How can potential customers contact you? If anyone would like more information on JCM Photography and what we can offer, they can contact us at our website www.yourjcmphotography.com.
Photographer: JCM Photography
Event Venue: Burntshirt Vineyards
Caterer: Catering by Corey
Makeup Artist: Flawless: Airbrush Makeup + Hair Design
Bakery: The Baker's Box


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List of Area Road and Lane Work for Monday, Sept. 19, 2016
Here is a partial list of major road and lane work:
Daytona Beach
1. LPGA Boulevard from Jimmy Ann Drive to Derbyshire Road: Watch for slower traffic and some possible lane closures or shifts until the Summer of 2017. Signs in place.
2. Orange Avenue between Nova Road and Beach Street: Closures along this stretch through fall 2016. Signage in place.
3. Tom Staed Veterans Memorial Bridge (Orange Avenue Bridge): Closed for bridge replacement until further notice. Use International Speedway Boulevard Bridge as a detour.
4. South Grand Avenue between Euclid Avenue and New York Avenue (SR 44): Closed through March 31, 2017 for construction of a roundabout. Detours in place.
5. U.S. 92 and Woodland Boulevard: Milling and resurfacing to take place through Spring of 2017. Signs in place.
6. State Road 472 from Martin Luther King Jr. Beltway to Graves Avenue: Milling and resurfacing to take place through Spring of 2017. Motorists can expect periodic single lane closures as well a nighttime ramp closures at the I-4 interchange. Watch for signage and/or detours.
Oak Hill
7. U.S. 1: Single lane closures northbound and southbound from 7 p.m.-6 a.m. between South Street and Volco Road for milling and paving operations until about early 2018. Signs in place.
Volusia County
8. Interstate 4 from DeLand to Daytona Beach: Project consists of widening I-4 to six lanes from east of State Road 44 to west of I-95. Motorists should be aware of trucks entering and exiting the roadway from the median and outside shoulders. Motorists also should be aware of traffic shifts near the ramp to U.S. 92 and just west of I-95.
Times and dates are approximate and may alter because of unforeseen circumstances. To submit information, please email email@example.com or fax 386-252-4428.


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Stand at the cutting edge of innovation.
Department of Engineering
The Department of Engineering at Otterbein University is the home for two academic programs: Engineering and Computer Science. The Engineering program offers the B.S. degree in Systems Engineering, and the B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering. The Computer Science program offers B.S. and B.A. degrees in Computer Science.
Both of our engineering programs take an integrated approach that combines fundamental aspects of mechanical, electrical, systems and automation knowledge and applications with a liberal arts foundation. Starting their first semester, our majors engage in team-based experiences and projects in courses and labs that focus on clearly defining, analyzing, and generating viable alternative solutions to real-life engineering problems. Our faculty make students their priority and are committed to mentor Engineering students academically, and with professional development opportunities such as internships, and career opportunities in engineering.
Computer Science
Our program prepares students to be software developers with careers ranging from mobile app or web development to data science, computer security, and more. Together with the critical thinking skills and ethical framework of a liberal education, our majors master several programming languages and learn to keep up with new technologies as they emerge. Many of our faculty are industry practitioners who can share the latest advances in the field, help students wrestle with the challenges of software development, and connect majors with internships and other professional development opportunities.
Student, Faculty, & Alumni Spotlights
I chose to study engineering at Otterbein because of the hands-on experience and individual instruction I knew I would receive at a small school. The Point also provides an incredible learning space and the faculty are very helpful.
Maria Herron '21
Systems Engineering major
Otterbein has been my second home and the Engineering Department has provided me with the knowledge, tools and experiences needed to be successful after graduation. The size of the department allows for small class sizes with hands-on learning and access to professors who truly want to help you succeed.
Abby Zerkle '21
Systems Engineering major
I chose to study Mechanical Engineering at Otterbein because of my interest in design and mathematics, as well as the opportunity to take classes at The Point. The Engineering faculty created a welcoming environment and I felt at home from the first day.
Luke Barber '21
Mechanical Engineering major
Dr. Wittman and Professor David Stucki shaped my academic experience by guiding me through many computer science courses. Having people that you can rely on for advice is vital not only for academic success but also for emotional well-being. The value of relationships and mentoring at Otterbein is highly important.
Luis Garcia Soriano, '23
Computer Science major
Dr. Moore and Professor Stucki showed me what it looks like to not be just a good professor, but to be a great professor — one that truly cares about students and all aspects of their wellbeing. They have inspired me to pursue a career of teaching as a professor.
Julia VanLandingham, '21
Computer Science major
Engineers use their knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and industrial systems to design, test, or produce cost-effective and user-friendly products. A strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and various technological platforms are necessary to be successful in the field.
Computer scientists solve problems with programs. Although they must be aware of the hardware underlying these solutions, they specialize in developing software and manipulating data. The field centers on logical thinking and problem solving.
The Otterbein engineering program is a unique program. It consists of a great faculty who will always strive to help you achieve your goals. Its most important asset is the knowledge that you leave with. The program produces well-rounded engineers who have the choice to excel in the field of their choice
Dassan Jefferson '19
Systems Engineering
Some of the best experiences I have had with faculty were during the Freshman design projects. This was a time we could work one on one with a project that was real world design experience. With my design experience from projects and education at Otterbein, I have been able to step into my internship and work well with coworkers and even lead projects.
— Trevor Deere, Mechanical Engineering major, Class of 2022
Our students are immersed in hands-on and project-based courses throughout their time at Otterbein. These experiences allow them to apply classroom concepts to real-world problems and prepare them for internships and their career after graduation. Please click here to see example student projects.
Working with United Skates of America was a great experience for all of us involved. As a professor, I get to educate students and share my passion for STEM every day. With this project, however, I got the chance to see my students inspire a younger audience with their knowledge and appreciation for STEM. And knowing that their knowledge and passion was something they learned here at Otterbein made it a truly inspirational experience.
Michael Hudoba
Assistant Professor, Engineering
Learn more >
Department Features & Student Opportunities
Students who are looking for financial support can apply to various scholarships specific to majors in Engineering, Computer Science, and other STEM fields.
Engineering Facilities
Our facilities include modern classrooms, Manufacturing, Automation, Electrical, and Thermal Sciences labs, and a MakerSpace with a wood shop, metal shop, and rapid prototyping equipment.
Computer Science Facilities
Our labs, conveniently located on campus and at The Point, have all the computational resources you might need, including a dual-boot environment for Windows and Linux.
Student Organizations
Join the Society of Women Engineers or the Computer Science Club to connect with your peers and professors, broaden your skills and interests, or just to play laser tag.
Community Involvement
Students organize STEM outreach activities at local schools and use their design skills to create products for organizations in need, including the Otterbein Community Garden.
Internship Opportunities
We work with Student Success & Career Development staff to connect majors with real-world, paid internships on campus and with corporate partners at The Point.
Engineering Department News
Otterbein Systems Engineering Program Earns Prestigious Accreditation
News - September 6, 2022Otterbein University's systems engineering program has earned accreditation by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), an internationally recognized agency that accredits programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology offered by American universities. "We are proud that the B.S. in systems engineering program has reached this important milestone," said Michael Hudoba, chair of the Department of Engineering and Computer Science. "Although the process to earn ABET accreditation was, and is, a…
Otterbein Receives Choose Ohio First Grant for Cardinal STEMM Scholars Program
News - April 6, 2021Otterbein University has received a Choose Ohio First (COF) grant from the State of Ohio and the Department of Higher Education (ODHE) to increase the number of Ohio residents completing postsecondary studies in the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM) and STEMM education. "Choose Ohio First provides an excellent opportunity for those students who stay in Ohio and continue their education to get the skills they need to succeed in promising career fields," Ohio Department of Higher Education Chancellor Randy…
Women Professionals in STEM Offer Advice to Otterbein Students
News - March 22, 2021Otterbein Student Success and Career Development recently brought together a panel of women in STEM careers to talk to Otterbein students about diversity in their fields. Moderated by Elena Caruthers, assistant professor of engineering, the panelists discussed their careers and challenges they have faced, and offered advice for the future STEM professionals. Otterbein is committed to increasing diversity in STEM fields through scholarships and support. Women are well-represented among the STEM faculty, and students have established supportive networks through Otterbein chapters of the Society of Women Engineers and Women in Science. Additionally, a recent National Science…
Programs of Study in Department
The Department of Engineering has partnered with some of the country's largest and most respected companies, including Honda and Nestle PTC, as well as locally-based companies such as Worthington Industries and LakeShore Cryotronics to form an Industrial Advisory Board. Members of the board have advised the engineering faculty and administration in curriculum development and have provided students with connections to internships and professional engineering societies, including the International Society of Automation.
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Latest: Hurricane watches issued for portions of South Florida
Hurricane watches have been issued for portions of South Florida.
At 11 a.m., the distinct eye of Hurricane Irma was located 72 miles east-northeast of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
Irma is moving toward the west-northwest near 16 mph, and this general motion is expected to continue with some decrease in forward speed for the next couple of days.
More:Hurricane Irma latest: What's happening in Pensacola?
- Location: 72 miles east-northeast of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
- Maximum sustained winds: 175 mph
- Movement: west-northwest at 16 mph
- Next advisory: 2 p.m.
On the forecast track, the eye of Irma should continue to move just north of the coast of Hispaniola today, be near the Turks and Caicos and southeastern Bahamas by this evening, and then be near the central Bahamas by Friday.
Maximum sustained winds are near 175 mph, with higher gusts.
More:Former FEMA chief confident agency can handle Harvey and Irma
On the forecast track, the center should pass north of the coast of Hispaniola later today, be near the Turks and Caicos and southeastern Bahamas by this evening, and then be near the Central Bahamas by Friday.
Maximum sustained winds are near 180 mph, with higher gusts.
Irma is a category 5 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
More:Pensacola NAS will house 65 Army helicopters ahead of Hurricane Irma
Some fluctuations in intensity are likely during the next day or two, but Irma is forecast to remain a powerful category 4 or 5 hurricane during the next couple of days.
Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 50 miles from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 185 miles.
Tropical storm or hurricane watches could be posted for the Treasure Coast as soon as tonight, according to the National Weather Service, Melbourne.
The Space Coast would be included soon afterward.
Tropical storm force winds are expected to arrive late Saturday and hurricane conditions are forecast to arrive from late Saturday night through Sunday as the storm passes north, according to the National Hurricane Center, Miami.
Currently, the center is about 20 miles wide. Hurricane force winds extend out 50 miles from the center and tropical force winds go out 185 miles. In other words, the storm's tropical force winds extend out more than 270 miles, or about the twice the width of Florida from Vero Beach to Tampa.
More:Hurricane Irma won't impact Escambia, Santa Rosa classes
The center has been predicting the storm would enter South Florida as a Category 4 and lower to a Category 3 as it moves north at an estimated 15 mph.
A Category 4 hurricane has winds of 130 to 156 mph. Category 3 winds are 111 to 129 mph.
The fast movement should limit rainfall to a foot, except in isolated areas, here, said meteorologist Tony Cristaldi.
"It won't be anything close to Texas" when Hurricane Harvey stalled for days, creating widespread flooding, he said.
A Hurricane Warning is in effect for...
- Dominican Republic from Cabo Engano to the northern border with Haiti
- Haiti from the northern border with the Dominican Republic to Le Mole St. Nicholas
- Southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands * Central Bahamas
- Northwestern Bahamas
More:As Hurricane Irma nears, Pensacola retailers says more supplies are on the way
A Hurricane Watch is in effect for...
- Cuba from Matanzas province eastward to Guantanamo province
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
- Dominican Republic from south of Cabo Engano westward to the southern border with Haiti
- Haiti from south of Le Mole St. Nicholas to Port-Au-Prince
- Cuba provinces of Guantanamo, Holguin, and Las Tunas
More:Escambia County on 'stand-by' for Hurricane Irma evacuees, Red Cross trains shelter volunteers
Storm surge: The combination of a life-threatening storm surge and large breaking waves will raise water levels above normal tide levels by the following amounts within the hurricane warning area near and to the north of the center of Irma. Near the coast, the surge will be accompanied by large and destructive waves.
- Turks and Caicos Islands...15 to 20 ft
- Southeastern and central Bahamas...15 to 20 ft
- Northern coast of the Dominican Republic...3 to 5 ft
- Northern coast of Haiti and the Gulf of Gonave...1 to 3 ft
- Northern coast of Cuba in the warning area...5 to 10 ft
Water levels around Puerto Rico should subside today.
The deepest water will occur along the immediate coast in areas of onshore winds, where the surge will be accompanied by large and destructive waves. Surge-related flooding depends on the relative timing of the surge and the tidal cycle, and can vary greatly over short distances.
Wind: Hurricane conditions are expected to begin within the hurricane warning area in the Dominican Republic and Haiti today, with tropical storm conditions beginning in the next few hours.
Hurricane conditions are expected to begin in the warning area in the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands later today with tropical storm conditions expected within the next several hours. These conditions will spread into the Central
Bahamas by Thursday night or early Friday.
Hurricane and tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area in Cuba by Friday. Tropical storm conditions are expected to begin within the warning area in Cuba Thursday night. Hurricane conditions are expected in the northwestern Bahamas Friday
night and Saturday.
Rainfall: Irma is expected to produce the following rain accumulations through Saturday:
- Northeast Puerto Rico and the British and U.S. Virgin Islands...An additional 2 to 4 inches.
- Southeast Bahamas, Central Bahamas, and the Turks and Caicos...8 to 12 inches, isolated 20 inches.
- Northern Dominican Republic and northern Haiti...4 to 10 inches, isolated 15 inches.
- Eastern and Central Cuba...4 to 10 inches, isolated 15 inches.
- Southern Haiti...1 to 4 inches.
In all areas this rainfall may cause life-threatening flash floods and mudslides.
Surf: Swells generated by Irma are affecting the northern Leeward Islands, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the southeastern Bahamas, the Turks and Caicos Islands, the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, and they should start affecting portions of the southeast coast of the United States later today and tonight. These swells
are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions.


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Holding an Oracle Certification credential brings professional credibility, increased earning power, and greater job satisfaction. This Oracle Database 12c: Advanced PL/SQL training teaches you how to use the advanced features of PL/SQL to design and tune PL/SQL to interface with the database and other applications. Expert Oracle University instructors will help you explore advanced features of program design, packages, cursors, extended interface methods and collections. In this course, you will be introduced to Oracle Database Exadata Express Cloud Service.
Discover how to write PL/SQL routines that analyze the PL/SQL applications and caching techniques that can improve performance. By investing in this course, you'll be introduced to the Virtual Private Database (VPD) to implement security policies and explore techniques and tools to strengthen your applications against SQL injection attacks. Expand programming resources by creating PL/SQL programs that interface with C and Java code.
Required exam Recommended training
1Z0-148 Oracle Database 12c: Advanced PL/SQL Oracle Database 12c: Advanced PL/SQL