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SAN DIEGO, CA -- Dr. Yoav Medan, Vice President and Chief Systems Architect at InSightec Ltd., today presented a startling vision of the operating room of the future at the 2011 TEDMED conference here.
"The dream of Star Trek's Dr. McCoy -- practicing surgery without opening the patient -- is closer to reality than you might think," Dr. Medan told an audience of more than 800 leaders from medical and non-medical fields.
Dr. Medan showcased the groundbreaking technology of MR guided Focused Ultrasound, pioneered by InSightec. This innovative non-invasive surgical technique employs high-intensity, focused ultrasound waves.
View Medan's talk at TEDMED.
According to InSightec, Focused Ultrasound has huge potential to treat a wide variety of medical problems -- including many diseases for which no effective solutions currently exist.
TEDMED, is the annual conference where cutting-edge science and technology leaders "connect, understand and inspire" to advance the art of health and medicine with new ideas, the latest science and innovative technology.
TEDMED is the only independent licensee of the famous TED conference, the platform for talks that have been downloaded 500 million times around the world.
"Clinical research has shown the potential to destroy tumors without surgery and without ionizing radiation, potentially reducing the adverse effects usually associated with these types of treatments," said Dr. Medan. "The marriage of MRI and focused ultrasound provides precise visualization of the anatomy, treatment guidance and thermal feedback. This has enabled us to bring this technology into clinical use for uterine fibroids with over 7,000 patients treated. Published papers report dozens of babies who have been born to mothers who underwent FUS for fibroid treatment."
Some 1,000 patients have also been treated worldwide as part of clinical investigations for painful bone metastases, prostate, liver and breast cancer and 30 patients have been treated for essential tremor, Parkinson's disease and neuropathic pain with very promising results.
Because this outpatient procedure is non-invasive, patients report that they quickly resume their normal lives and activities.
"Beyond its potential to treat disease or relieve symptoms of disease," Medan stressed, "patients have provided testimony that Focused Ultrasound offers them and their families something almost as important: improved quality of life. It has a transformative impact."
Dr. Medan is responsible for developing new platforms for InSightec's Magnetic Resonance Guided Focused Ultrasound technology. The holder of two dozen patents, he also mentors young entrepreneurs.
Dr. Medan will be spending the 2012 academic year developing a new medical device research initiative at the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology .
Dr. Medan received his D.Sc. and B.Sc. (Summa Cum Laude) in Aeronautical Engineering from the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, and an M.B.A from Bradford University, UK.
About InSightec
InSightec Ltd. is a privately held company owned by Elbit Imaging, General Electric, MediTech Advisors, LLC and employees. It was founded in 1999 to develop the breakthrough MR guided Focused Ultrasound technology and transform it into the next generation operating room. Headquartered near Haifa, Israel, the company has over 130 employees and has invested more than $150 million in research, development, and clinical investigations. Its U.S. headquarters are located in Dallas, Texas. For more information, please go to: http://www.insightec.com/
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The ExAblate is the first product to use the MR guided focused ultrasound technology that combines MRI -- to visualize the body anatomy, plan the treatment and monitor treatment outcome in real time -- and high intensity focused ultrasound to thermally ablate tumors inside the body non-invasively. MR thermometry, provided uniquely by the system, allows the physician to control and adjust the treatment in real time to ensure that the targeted tissue is treated and surrounding non targeted tissue is spared. The ExAblate system received the European CE mark for uterine fibroids in 2002, for pain palliation of bone metastases in June 2007 and for adenomyosis in June 2010. It was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2004 for symptomatic uterine fibroids. Over 8,000 patients have been treated worldwide with ExAblate systems.


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Worried by several predictions of doom for corrupt political office holders, Rivers State Governor and Chairman of Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF), Hon. Chibuike Amaechi, has called on Christians to pray to God to avert calamities for political leaders.
He said the prayers were necessary to avert any doom and to enable officials to deliver dividends of democracy to the people who voted them to power.
Amaechi made the plea while declaring open the Global Mega Prayer Quake 2013 in Port Harcourt on Tuesday.
He said there was no need for men of God to predict danger for political office holders voted into office by the people, and saddled with the responsibility to discharge good governance and accountable stewardship.
"Pray that God should do something new in our lives and also keep governors alive to lead the people, because I have read in the papers where men of God prophesied that two governors will die this year, but I tell you, if Nigerians know what governors are fighting for the people to improve their welfare, nobody will pray that governors should die, so we need your prayers for governors to live, so that God will reward you through his blessings," Amaechi said.
Amaechi also urged Christians and men of God to join hands with leaders of the current political dispensation to eradicate corruption, which he said, has eaten deep into the fabric of the Nigerian society.
"We must all join hands to eradicate corruption. Why should pastors accept corrupt political office holders into the church of God, without even asking where the public servant amassed such wealth, which would have been used to develop the well being of the people?" Amaechi queried.
"We should know that the inability of government to procure medical equipments for the sick would lead to high death rate. There are also people who die due to pipe born water diseases. But God is watching us; we shall give account of our stewardship to the people," he said.
He advised pastors and men of God to always reject gifts from corrupt political office holders and charged them to give exhortation that would enable political office holders give effective and efficient service delivery to the people.
"If pastors refuse to accept gifts from corrupt political office holders and also refuse to give front seats in their churches; that is the time we will experience service delivery to the people, and God will hear your prayers as men of God," Amaechi said.
While recounting his experience before he became governor of Rivers State in 2007, Amaechi said, he is the only governor that was ushered into office without election, but by the Supreme Court judgment of October 25, 2007, which he described as the handiwork of God.
"I believe God, because I have knelt down and prayed to God and observed results. From February to October, 2007 I entered into fasting, and even obtained favour through financial break through to sponsor my case in court. I had no money to give to my lawyers, but somebody paid N200 million into my account, and I was able to pay my lawyers. So, the miracle is that, I am the only governor that came to power without election in 2007. God used me to tell the world that He is God," Amaechi said.


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Sourdough English Muffins turned out to be super easy to make, and sooo delicious! It was so fun cooking bread on the stovetop, too, and watching them rise!
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Sourdough English Muffin Recipe (Baking Bites)1/2 cup sourdough starter
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In a large bowl combine the starter, water and 2 cups of flour.
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In the morning, add the baking soda, salt, and sugar and gradually add in the remaining 1 cup of flour, 2 TBSP at a time until the dough looses its stickiness.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll until about 1/2" thick.
Use a lightly floured biscuit cutter and cut the dough into as many rounds as possible.
Place the rounds on an un-greased baking sheet covered with cornmeal.
Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with cornmeal, cover with a dishtowel, and leave to rise for 45 minutes.
Heat a lightly oiled skillet over high heat until very hot, then reduce the temperature to medium-high.
Cook the muffins on each side for 5 minutes, turning only once (the muffins will reach a light or medium brown color on both the tops and bottoms. Make sure the sides start to look a little dry, like pancake, before flipping. ).
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In this hands-on workshop, participants will get a chance to try three kinds of printmaking – screenprinting, linoleum printing, and stenciling. These three processes allow you to print on paper, fabric, wood, and even on the street. With printmaking, you can create a one-of-a-kind one-off or mass produce a visual takeover. These techniques are accessible even with little to no budget, especially if you utilize community resources. So grab a gouge, a squeegee, or a spray can and make your mark.


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TIMBERLAKE — A. Ikee B. Johnson, 58, of 1228 Dick Holeman Road, died Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014, at his home.
A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Christian Assembly Church in Durham by Rev. Dub Karriker. Interment will follow in Person County Memorial Garden Cemetery.
Viewing will be Friday, Feb. 14, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Betts & Son Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends at the home.
Arrangements are by Betts & Son Funeral Home, which accepts online condolences at bettsandsonfuneralhome.com.
Gloria C. Long
OXFORD — Gloria Kay Crouse Long, 66, of 240 Wrenn Road, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, at her home.
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VAUGHAN — James Thomas "Jimmy" Reid, 86, died Monday, Feb. 10, 2014, at Community Memorial Healthcenter in South Hill, Va.
A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Enterprise Baptist Church in Littleton by Rev. Franklin Stansbury and Rev. Darren Lambert. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends prior to the service on Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
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KITTRELL — Paradise Serrell Roberts, 3, of 390 South Chavis Road, died Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014, at her residence.
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Viewing will be prior to the service.
The family is receiving friends at 1420 Second Street, Henderson.
Arrangements are by Davis-Royster Funeral Service.
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In this paper, the authors propose a communication-aware motion planning framework to ensure robust cooperative operation of a mobile network in realistic communication environments. They use a probabilistic multi-scale model for channel characterization. They, then utilize their previously proposed model-based channel prediction framework in order to devise communication-aware motion-planning approaches. They first propose a motion generation strategy that optimally plans the trajectory of the robot in order to improve its channel learning in an environment. They, then propose a communication-aware navigation approach in which link quality predictions are combined with sensing goals in order to ensure cooperative and networked task accomplishment.


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Somali security forces have vowed to liberate areas in the Gedo and Jubba regions still under al-Shabaab control as soon as they are able, Radio Dalsan reported Monday (February 18th).
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Posted on June 20th, 2011 | Filed under Academic, Book Review, Challenges, Community, Featured, Interfaith, Popular Culture, Social Issues, Theology
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Sex, Mom, and God: How the Bible's Strange Take on Sex Led to Crazy Politics—and How I learned to Love Women (and Jesus) Anyway
Hardcover. 281 pp. Da Capo Press.
Before I knew Frank Schaeffer as an author, I knew him as a fellow parishioner and friend. In our small Greek Orthodox parish, Frank plays second fiddle to his wife Genie, whose unique decorating talents, impeccable cooking, and event planning skills make her part of the backbone of our congregation. It was Genie who first told me that Frank was working on a memoir about his mother. Over lunch several months ago, he confirmed that this new book was—in his words—"the best thing I've ever written." In this book, which was part memoir, part theology, and part political commentary, he was exploring the connections between the Bible, fundamentalist religion, and conservative politics through the lens of his relationship with his mother.
An ambitious undertaking. But Sex, Mom, and God: How the Bible's Strange Take on Sex Led to Crazy Politics—and How I learned to Love Women (and Jesus) Anyway did not disappoint. Alternating between laugh-out-loud episodes and poignant reflections, Schaeffer recounts with candor the influence his mother had on both his beliefs and the beliefs of a generation of Evangelicals.
[Readers, consider this your warning: if books came with ratings like movies, Sex, Mom, and God (and perhaps the Bible itself) would be rated NC-17.]
The books opens on Schaeffer's hypersexualized youth. As a young child, Frank went to sleep hearing biblical bedtime stories. More often than not, his mother recounted—in lurid detail—the sexual (mis)adventures of Old Testament characters. Before he turned ten, his mother had explained the intricacies of contraception and natural family planning—with her own diaphragm serving as an object lesson. By the time he hit puberty, his budding sexual curiosity led him to examine a (used) tampon under a microscope and have sex with an ice sculpture.
"The-God-Of-The-Bible," as Schaeffer mockingly refers to the Deity he learned about through his childhood bedtime stories, has a decidedly negative view of sexuality. Foreskins are to be cut off (Leviticus 12:3), ejaculation and menstruation require ritual purification (Leviticus 15: 16, 19), and women are viewed as the property of men (Exodus 20:17). The-God-Of-The-Bible, as depicted literally in the pages of the Old and New Testaments, is not a particularly pleasant Deity. Frank jokes that the actual God—if there is one—ought to fire his biographers for the lousy job they did representing him.
And yet much of America subscribes to a literal interpretation of the Bible, including many religious and political leaders. Throughout his book, Schaeffer explores the surprising connections between Conservatism, Christianity, and the polarization of American politics. He constructs a compelling case for how the "barbaric" sexuality portrayed in the scriptures of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam has directly contributed to the current culture of fear and hate in American politics, particularly around issues related to sexuality. And he should know, given that both he and his father published Evangelical books that sold by the millions and served as spiritual advisers to presidents, senators, and countless other public figures.
Edith Schaeffer, who together with her husband Francis founded the L'Abri community in Huémoz, Switzerland that shaped a generation of Evangelicals, is at the heart of book. Schaeffer paints a complexly beautiful portrait of his mother, who vehemently denounced pre-marital sex and abortions, and yet welcomed young unwed pregnant women into her home. "When it came to honoring the Bible more than a God Who might have actually created the universe, Mom—like all conservative religionists hiding behind their holy books—seemed to ignore the inner witness of Beauty, Humor, Paradox, Complexity, Love, and most of all in terms of what makes us humans, memories of actual experiences," writes Schaeffer. "Yet the irony was that in her manner of life—rather than her official theology—Mom lived as if God were much bigger than the nasty little eccentric portrayed in the Bible" (63).
How are believers living in a postmodern world to make sense of premodern Scriptures? Are the caustic culture wars the inevitable outcome of belief systems, or is there a way that people with different beliefs can co-exist? Frank poses these difficult questions to his audience, primarily comprised of those who are dissatisfied with the American religious (and political) status quo. But I believe Sex, Mom, and God is relevant to more than just disaffected Evangelicals. I highly recommend this book to members of the State of Formation community and to all those who are interested in cultivating a vibrant pluralistic society instead of retreating into cultural and religious silos.
In his previous work, Patience with God, Schaeffer explored the similarities between atheist and Christian fundamentalists. Fundamentalists, of whatever variety, are ultimately inflexible, smugly certain of their convictions, and insistent that others see the world like they do. Once again in Sex, Mom, and God, Schaeffer argues that everyone—secular or religious—must live in a way that is humble and loving toward others. How? By finding and living a compassionate, humble humanism that is true to "the heart of the best of the universal religious message," and, where necessary, by repudiating "the parts of holy books and traditions—be they Jewish, Christian, Muslim (or other)—that bring us messages of hate, exclusion, racism, ignorance, misogyny, homophobia, tribalism, and fear" (263). Those who wish to live such a humanism "must shift from unquestioning faith in the Bible, Quran, Torah, or science to a life-affirming message of transcendence" (263).
Sex, Mom, and God is just such a "life-affirming message of transcendence." Frank has written a poignant tribute to his mother and his beliefs, both of which have changed over the years, and he has modeled a posture of humility, uncertainty, and a willingness to change one's beliefs. As a result, his readers—believers and non-believers alike—will be challenged to reconsider their views about politics, sex, and religion.
You got it, Bryan – a vibrant humanism does not have to be squelched opposed by religion, though far too often in our culture and politics it is. Frank explores the roots of that very phenomenon in the book.
Interestingly, I stumbled across another (positive) review of "Sex, Mom, and God" this morning written by a board member of the American Humanist Association http://bit.ly/kWeGG0
Thank you so very much Oliver, I'm humbled by your generosity.
As a huge fan and reader of Frank Schaeffer's books I can only say that, as always, he keeps it real in every aspect and makes Christianity so much more believable when you understand that the bible is in fact an imperfect literary piece. Thanks again Frank for being my spiritual guru and beacon of positivity unleashed in a realistic manner. Thanks For everything you do!!!
Thanks Oliver – I hadn't heard of this and will now get it for sure! Awesome!
Oliver Goodrich, 31, is currently pursuing an MEd in Religious Education at Boston College's School of Theology and Ministry. Prior to his studies at BC, Oliver worked for a decade in music ministry and college student development in the Boston area.


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What happened these last days? Crazy things. First of all, we were lucky to be featured this week on Deezer. What a wonder to see ourself at the home page!
This allowed a lot of new people to connect with us, this is great. By the way, there will be some shows setted for the next year.
Talking about shows, we celebrated our Sankta Lucia's release, last 11th of November. There are some nice shots from Yohann Sentimento :
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By Hugh McClure | Feb 03, 2013 | Total plays: 14,179
Taking a page out of RAC's book, they'll will be premiering one track per day on a number of blogs worldwide "" with Indie Shuffle lucky enough to be able to bring you the album's third single "Vertigo" (following "Nightfall" and "Shiver").
I'm of the opinion that this is the best track off the album (maybe I'm just biased). While still uniquely PVT, band founder and vocalist Richard Pike claims that "Vertigo" is "the closest thing we've ever written to an RnB ballad" "" and I tend to agree.
Pike's deep, yearning vocals are complimented perfectly with sharp percussion and celestial synth arrangements. It's got touches of Prince (and the contemporary Prince - Twin Shadow) through it, while still maintaining that eerie character that PVT is synonymous with.
There aren't many bands that can clearly re-create their make-up again and again while still maintaining their foundation. PVT is one of the rare few.
A full list of the track streams can be found on these blogs.
"Evolution" on Who The Hell - Wednesday, January 30
"Electric" on One A Day - Thursday, January 31
"Cold Romance" on Pigeons And Planes - Friday, February 1
"Love & Defeat" on Your Music Radar - Saturday, February 2
"Homosapien" on The Line Of Best Fit - Sunday, February 3
"Vertigo" on Indie Shuffle - Monday, February 4
"New Morning" on Music From Go To Woah - Tuesday, February 5
"Casual Success" on Circle.Square.Triangle - Wednesday, February 6
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April 8th, 2009 #1
Which is worse? Anime style art or anthro (aka 'furry') art?
I had just recently had a friend of mine ask me for my opinions on a topic I found most interesting. I was a little hesitant to repost it here to see what the artists of CA thought, for fear of being labeled an idiot. But you know... I'm going to end up building that reputation, regardless if I try or not. So why hold the question back?
Anyways, my main question derives from the original questions I was asked. And I ask you...
Which do you find to be the worse art style/genra? Do you find anime style to be bad, because of its increasingly cliche use in most wannabe artists? Or do you find anthro (aka 'furry') art to be worse, because most of the wannabe artists in this field will draw mostly pornographic images of anthros? Or do you think both, or neither, are bad? Or do you find that there is another style which is even worse? It's all up to personal opinion, really.
I don't know if this question was asked before. If it was, or if you feel that this didn't have to be asked, feel more than free to shoot me down for being curious.------
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How is Anthro art a style? Anime I can see because of BESM, but Anthro uses a whole collective range on style?
I mean can't you use anime style on an anthropomorphic creature? How do you use 'furry style' on something that isn't anthropomorphic?
Since when was anime devoid of hentai/sex/smut by the way? You ever seen the perversions in Japan? For a rather peaceful country, if they were persecuted on "thought crimes" they may be the first in line
April 8th, 2009 #3
i really do not know what sort of response you are expecting to get that will satisfy you as a viable answer.
this is entirely subjective. one person's opinion will not reflect any sort of standard or concensus. there are numerous threads discussing 'anime' as a style, and a lot of ideas and suggestions on the topic have already been discussed and beaten to death without any real resolve.
i don't see the need to compare the two, as it would require that i make generalizations of each genre as a whole. there are good anime artists and there are poor ones. does Art Spiegelman's Maus count as anthro art? anthro art doesn't have to be the generic run-of-the-mill stuff you see poorly done online.
both tend to get a bad wrap, but it doesn't mean there isn't anything worthwhile to be explored. and really the two can't really be compared on the same terms across the board, so there's no reason to attempt to degrade one over another. it's like asking "what's better animated gifs.. or the Law & Order SVU opening theme song." they simply do not relate on enough criteria to make a valid comparison.
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April 8th, 2009 #4
90% of all things are crap so the answer for me is neither because every type of art have samples which are equally as bad as a lot of Anime and anthro. Anime and anthro just so happens to be more common on the internet than other styles (see: Sonic) which makes their sample much larger and their presence much easier to note.
April 8th, 2009 #5
Does "Pride of Baghdad" qualify as anthro? because that was pretty sweet and I much prefer that to badly drawn badger porn.
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April 8th, 2009 #7
So, this thread is now officially about Badger porn?
Anime or otherwise?
April 8th, 2009 #8
Smothering this one in its cradle, thank you very much
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They meant to spell it that way bud... They're catholic but also an alcoholic.. It's not funny now that I had to explain it
I'm catholic and I think that's freaking hilarious! I'm pretty sure I'd do the same thing
Damn I shoulda done this shit hahahahha
Amazing. I'm pretty sure my friends did the same thing.
They're cathaholic
It's "catholic". Learn to spell, thanks.
11:37 needs to calm the fuck down, pull the pole outta his ass and let us have fun
Who says smoking weed was a sin?
i am catholic, i did this same thing, and am not going to hell. those who have deep concerns and have high values and morals should go read a bible instead of being on this website! :)
Hahaha love it
i did this last year! i went into school after and the attendance lady just gave me a pass without asking. god bless...weed
We'll call it "hash Wednesday."
what religion is that?
Mom would say you're going to hell
11:37 if it's "not funny or cool" just move on and let us have a laugh. Because it's actually fucking hilarious!!
Lame burn in he'll ahole
Not funny or cool
Did that in Arkansas. Nicee.
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History and background of Dolce & Gabbana. Domenico Dolce (b. 1958, near Palermo, Sicily) and Stefano Gabbana (b.1962, Milan, Italy) are known for making "stars look like stars". Their sexy styles are often to be seen on the likes of Isabella Rossellini, Demi Moore, Nicole Kidman and Madonna, for whom they created the now-famous "Kylie Minogue" tribute T-shirt. They also created the costumes Read more about Dolce & Gabbana
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This is my absolute favorite cologne for my husband. Today, for the first time since By was pulled from the market he wore another scent & it was overpowering with an oriental smell. By is special enough for any time - whether we're out on a date or just hanging at home. The scent is subtle but sexy. Miss it so much. Can't find it anywhere but can't cope with today's scent even though it too is manufactured by D&G & currently one of their top sellers. It's a matter of personal taste sometimes but I'm hung up on By.
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Comments about Dolce & Gabbana By Cologne:
I can't believe that D & G won't restock "By". There are so many men and women that will buy it up in a heart beat. I assure that D & G WILL NOT LOOSE MONEY. I don't understand why they discontinued such a GREAT product. Someone please explain this to me.
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- Clean & Fresh
- Draws Compliments
- Great Smell
- Long-Lasting
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- Evening Use
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Comments about Dolce & Gabbana By Cologne:
PLEASE Bring this back it is so good so good.. Just broke a bottle and it is irreplaceable Had a half a bottle from 1997 so angry with myself...Please bring it back... Why would you take it away makes NO sense. NO SENSE AT ALL... Listen to your customers rather than your numbers and watch and see it take off probably better than ever if you give it another chance.. It was ahead of its time... Please again make it happen!
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Ever since D&G stopped producing this in 2006, I felt a hint of misery when I learned they discontinued the line. I love it because not too many people knew it and when men and women would ask, I normally would tell what it was as I don't want everyone smelling as great as me! I was able to find 3 box sets which a fragrance franchise had stock of at several of their stores throughout the Greater Toronto Area! Needless out say, I'm finally armed with my signature scent once again and have a few reinforcement gift boxes when I run out!
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There are a lot of people out there and people I know love it. I can't understand why so many people love this cologne that Dolce & Gabbana won't put it back on the shelves. If not for the money just for the people. I'm 58 yrs. old and it's the first time I finally found a cologne I really and truly like.
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This cologne of Dolce and Gabbana I consider to be one of their finest. It has that classic guys' sandlewood fragrance, which is lovely, yet there is more. I find an inherent sweetness to this cologne which I believe is compelling and well done - similar to that in RL "Black". And though they are rather different colognes, the concept is the same. Additionally, there is a slight 'smoke' element too, related to the basic sandlewood fragrance. The smoke and the 'sweet' elements balance each other nicely... And one last thought: I thought I smelled fresh olives! Anyway, a wonderful, sophisticated cologne by D & G.
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Welcome to the Greater Belfast Development website which provides the latest information and updates concerning the development of our Belfast and Jordanstown campuses.
The University's strategic development plans are designed to spearhead higher education in Greater Belfast over the next decade. The development of a new campus around the existing York Street complex is a creative and exciting initiative representing the creation of a modern university right in the heart of Belfast city. It will provide an innovative and transformative higher educational environment offering new opportunities for learning through a variety of modes and the generation of knowledge that contributes to the economic, social and cultural life of the city, the region and further afield.
The new campus will build upon the University's recognised strengths in the provision of professional education focussing on employability and skills yet providing flexibility in response to the changing higher education and external environments.
This contribution characterises the University's continuing commitment to the city which began over 160 years ago with the establishment of our founding School of Design. This rich legacy has enlivened the artistic, design and cultural life of the city and continues in the wide range of high quality teaching and research programmes in these disciplines on offer today.
The rationale for the Belfast campus redevelopment is driven by the University's response to the replacement of the Jordanstown campus a decision which is outlined below. All activities currently based at Jordanstown will transfer to Belfast by 2018 except for our world class sports facilities, some specialist engineering and the student residences.
In addition to the educational benefits which the new campus development will bring to the city it is also recognised that this is the largest non-market led development project that is likely to take place in the city over the next decade. The regenerative impacts will be immense particularly in stimulating economic development in the northern part of the city as well as a catalyst to development across the wider urban area.
Our vision for the Greater Belfast Development is to promote a creative, innovative, transformative and vibrant environment that will stimulate, inspire and add value to our core activities of teaching and learning, and research and innovation.
- Physical estate review of the Greater Belfast campuses
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- Transfer of students to Belfast
Physical estate review
Greater Belfast Campuses
In 2006 the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) commissioned JM Consulting to undertake an independent review of the physical estate across the whole of the higher education sector in Northern Ireland. Their report identified that the buildings at our Jordanstown campus were the key challenge facing the higher education sector in Northern Ireland.
JM Consulting concluded that the building was coming to the end of its economic life. The review also pointed to the difficulties involved in seeking to renovate the building. Following receipt of the JM Consulting report, we commissioned our own report which reinforced the conclusions of the earlier report and concluded that best value would be achieved by demolishing the existing building and constructing new buildings.
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The review presented us with a particular challenge because, unlike most university campuses, Jordanstown essentially comprises one large building rather than a collection of buildings which could be renovated or replaced one at a time without significant disruption to the ongoing activities of the University.
Given that the consultants' reports identified the need to replace the building our option appraisal considered whether it was best to do this at Jordanstown or, given the success of the recent redevelopment of our Belfast campus, to move some of our activity to Belfast. The outcome of the appraisal resulted in a decision to transfer most activities to an enlarged Belfast campus and we have purchased sites immediately adjacent to the existing campus buildings.
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Monrovia — The headquarters of the grass root opposition Congress for Democratic Change was Friday afternoon a scene of a violent encounter when the party Chairman George Solo and some partisans of the party got embroiled in physical fight using sticks, rocks and other weapons to engage each other.
Upon reporters arrival Chairman Solo was hassled into his vehicle which was departing the party headquarters but several partisans were seen hanging on the vehicle, throwing rocks and sticks at the party Chairman as he hurriedly left the CDC headquarters.
The group of angry partisans mainly youths including women were chanting slogans "Solo you will not sell our party to Robert Sirleaf, we will die " and using profane languages.
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Many of the partisans are accusing Solo of receiving money from Robert Sirleaf to give the party support to Mr. Sirleaf in the pending Montserrado County senatorial election.
Tragic occurrence, Morlu Blames Solo
After calming the angry partisans, the Mulbah Morlu, Vice Chairman for Operations and Mobilization described the incident as tragic and blamed party Chairman Solo for the crisis.
"We want to brief the public on a tragic occurrence that took place here a few minutes as was orchestrated quite shamefully by Mr. George G. Solo chairman of the CDC", said Morlu.
He explained that Party Chairman solo evaded party premises with men armed with knives, sticks, in one instance a cutlass to disrupt an organized Youth league meeting that was intended to discus significant issues taking place in the party an action he said was contrary to the masses for which the CDC leadership was brought to power.
Said Morlu: "Every CDCian today has been made shame by the unbecoming, unwarranted and untold acts of violence that was exhibited by Chairman Solo when he came to a meeting that was disusing issues about the party with sticks and in one instance a cutlass to cause harm".
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When contacted Friday, Solo phone rang endlessly and he did not also respond to text message sent him as he has done in the past.
One source indicated that Solo also sustained injuries in the process but that could not be verified.
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Good News for Stove Buyers!
There is good news for those considering the purchase of one of our highly efficient wood stoves in 2013. The Federal government has extended a tax credit for the purchase and installation of high efficiency biomass stoves. As with the past tax credit all of our wood stoves qualify, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the warmth and beauty of our soapstone stoves as well as extra savings through the Federal tax credit.
The current tax credit is part of the tax package that was signed into law January 1, 2013. Tax credit has not only been extended for stoves ordered and installed in 2013, but it has been made retroactive for qualifying stove purchased and installed in 2012!
The amount of the tax credit is $300, with a "lifetime limit" of $500. There are some additional stipulations that laid out below.
Below are a few examples:
1. If a homeowner received a $150 tax credit for insulation in 2006, and a $75 credit for replacing a door in 2007 they have used $225 of the maximum $500 credit. If they purchased and installed a qualifying biomass stove this year, 2011, they could receive this year's credit up to $275.
$500 - $150 = $350, $350 - $75 = $275 (Tax credit would be 10% of purchase price and installation costs up to $275).
2. If a homeowner purchased and installed a Woodstock Soapstone Fireview in 2010 and received a tax credit of $695, they could not claim the tax credit on the purchase of another biomass stove in 2011 because they have exceeded the $500 maximum.
3. If a homeowner has purchased a qualifying biomass stove in the past and claimed the $300 credit, they could not apply the remainder of the $500 maximum credit to the purchase of a biomass stove in 2011, because the cap is $300 total for biomass stoves.
The method for testing efficiency has been specified once again as the Low Heat Value of wood (LHV)*. Efficiency was calculated using the Lower Heat Value (LHV)* for the 2009-2011 tax credit. Using this method all of the Woodstock Soapstone Woodstoves exceed the minimum 75% efficiency requirement.
Woodstock Soapstone Model HHV* LHV*
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*The Higher Heat Value method does not subtract the energy lost to vaporizing water from the wood during combustion. Because this lost energy is subtracted from the calculation in the Lower Heat Value method the net efficiency rating is higher.
Woodstock Soapstone Co. strives to provide the most complete and accurate information possible. Due to the scope and complexity of this tax credit a qualified tax professional should be consulted to confirm that you qualify.
More information regarding the tax credit and qualifying products can be found at The EPA web site www.epa.gov/burnwise and www.energystar.gov
Q: Are all wood stoves eligible for this $300.00 tax credit?
A: No. The 2011 Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit specifies that only wood stoves that are at least 75% efficient will qualify.
Q: How will the 75% efficiency requirement be determined?
A: The 75% efficiency requirement will be measured using the "Low Heat Value" of the wood, or LHV. This method of calculating efficiency does not exclude the energy required to vaporize water in the wood. The previous tax credit employed the "Lower Heat Value" or LHV to calculate efficiency. The effect of using the HHV will be lower efficiency ratings in general for wood stoves. Some stoves that achieved 75% efficiency in the past will no longer qualify for the tax credit under the HHV test protocol.
Q: Do your wood stoves qualify?
A: Yes. Our stoves have been efficiency tested by an independent testing lab under the Lower Heat Value protocol. All of our wood stoves surpassed 75% (efficiency results varied between 85.1% and 90.9% depending on the model). The official certificate is available on our website.
Q: I am building my own home. Can I get the tax credit as part of my new home construction?
A: No. The tax credit for biomass stoves applies to your existing, principal residence only. New construction and rentals do not qualify. However tax credits for geothermal heat pumps, small residential wind turbines, and solar energy systems are available for new construction as well as existing homes.
Q: When does this tax credit go into effect and how long will it last?
A: The tax credit went into effect January 1, 2013, but is retroactive for qualifying stove purchases/installation made in 2012, and applies to qualifying biomass stoves purchased and placed in service through December 31, 2013. The sales receipt must indicate that the purchase was made between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2013.
Q: How will I use this tax credit?
A: You can claim this credit on your 2012-2013 tax return. The credit decreases your tax liability. (It does this by increasing your refund or, if you owe taxes, it decreases the amount you have to pay).
Q: How is a Tax Credit different from a Tax Deduction?
A: A tax credit is more valuable than a similar tax deduction. A tax credit reduces the tax you pay, dollar-for-dollar. A tax credit decreases your tax liability. (It does this by increasing your tax refund or, if you owe taxes, it decreases the amount you have to pay.
Tax deductions - such as those for home mortgages and charitable giving - lower your taxable income.
Q: What documentation will I need?
A: We will provide a signed certification that the wood stove you purchased from us qualifies for the tax credit. The certification is available on our website as well. In addition to the certification we provide a copy of your sales receipt at the beginning of 2013 or 2014, when you will be filing your 2012 or 2013 taxes. These documents do not need to be filed with the IRS form and your tax return, but should be kept for your records. Only the official IRS form needs to be filled out and filed with your tax return paperwork. We provide a copy of the IRS form when it is available at the beginning of 2013-14, along with the copy of your sales receipt. Over the past two years we have provided our stove owners with a convenient "tax package" that includes all necessary documentation and instructions.
Q: Is the tax credit good for just wood stoves?
A: No, the tax credit is available for windows and doors, insulation, water heaters, roofs, and some other HVAC products. Terms of the credit are different for each product as to the amount and qualification requirements. Consult the dealer, distributor or manufacturer to confirm their products qualify.
Q: Your literature lists some of your wood stoves at 72% EPA Efficiency. What makes you so sure that your stoves will qualify for the 75% minimum?
A: The EPA Efficiency is a "default" efficiency… in other words, every EPA Approved Catalytic Wood stove is presumed to be at least 72% efficient. Under the Low Heat Value efficiency testing standards proposed by the federal government for this tax credit, all of our stoves exceeded the 75% minimum efficiency required to qualify for the tax credit.
Q: I bought one of your stoves in 2007. Can I qualify for the 2012-2013 tax credit?
A: No. The 2012-2013 tax credit only extends to stoves purchased and installed between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2013. Because the tax credit was technically on the record in 2007 you could have received a tax credit then. If you have taken the credit for a biomass stove in the past you cannot take it again in 2012-2013 for the purchase of another qualifying stove.
If you are interested in filing an amended tax return, please speak to a tax professional.
Q: Can I get the credit if I buy one of your gas stoves?
A: No the credit applies to "biomass" stoves and, unfortunately, not to our gas stoves.
Q: Can I get a tax credit for related items (i.e. chimney parts, installation materials, hearth pads, and so on) to get the maximum credit?
A: According to the EPA website (www.epa.gov/burnwise) "professional installation costs are included as long as installation is required for the proper and safe operation of the stove." This seems to suggest labor costs and not specific materials can be included.
Q: Can everybody who purchases a qualifying product claim the tax credit?
A: No. People who have zero tax liability may not qualify for the tax credit. People who have claimed $500 or more in tax credits dating back to 2006 may not qualify for this tax credit. We recommend consulting a qualified tax professional to determine if you are eligible to take advantage of this tax credit.


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SACRAMENTO, Calif.—Shen Yun Performing Arts' opening show at the Sacramento Community Center Theater on Jan. 2 was unlike anything Mr. John Franco, owner of Fiestas Catering, in Sacramento, had ever seen.
"Very good, excellent show," said Mr. Franco, who attended the performance with friends and family. "I got a lot out of that."
"The dancing to me was just excellent, excellent," Mr. Franco said, adding that his granddaughter practices gymnastics, which he just learned originated from classical Chinese dance.
Classical Chinese dance requires systematic training in highly difficult jumps, flips, and tumbling techniques, the emcees explain. These may look similar to acrobatics or gymnastics, but those sports in fact originate from classical Chinese dance.
Among the group was Ms. Rebecca Unzueta, who works in a music store and is familiar with the Chinese instruments that are blended into Shen Yun's orchestra, like the two-stringed erhu and the Chinese lute, the pipa.
"It was beautiful, it was amazing. I've seen the instruments, but I've never been able to hear them come together like they did," Ms. Unzueta said.
The Shen Yun Orchestra, which recently played at Carnegie Hall, has a "Western philharmonic orchestra [that] plays the foundation, while traditional Chinese instruments lead the melodies," according to Shen Yun's website.
"I just love the blend that they had; it was just amazing how all those instruments can come together. It all was amazing," Ms. Unzueta said.
Reporting by Alex Ma and Catherine Yang
New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three touring companies that perform simultaneously around the world. Shen Yun's Touring Company will be performing in Sacramento through Jan.3. For more information, visit ShenYunPerformingArts.org
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Bigger fish for me to fry right now than considering, down, neutral, or up.
Sorry for the inconvenience, folks.
Bigger fish for me to fry right now than considering, down, neutral, or up.
Sorry for the inconvenience, folks.
UNI Panthers...Because it's just right.
No, I don't have a photographic memory of wrestling matches, but I do remember the period where Dake rode him for the entire period, I just didn't remember the score at the time. So, if the score was 2-1, or whatever Zapp said that it was at the beginning of the period, Dake scored 5 more points in that period when he rode him?
Again, I have zero recollection of THAT; I just remember the full period ride.
I'm also NOT looking to debate this any further, I'm just genuinely interested if he scored that many points from the top position.
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UNI Panthers...Because it's just right.
Disregard. I just did a speed viewing of it from my own DVD recording of it. I got how all of the scoring played out now.
OVER AND OUT...Hallelujah!!
UNI Panthers...Because it's just right.
"I choose down"
"Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until they speak."
I'll support Ban as best I can:
- Molinaro had already lost to Dake while he choosing neutral rather than down (at his coach's advice at the Southern Scuffle).
- He had not scored a takedown against Dake through 10 minutes of wrestling.
- I think he had come closer to getting an escape than he had getting a takedown.
- He almost certainly would need at least 3 points to win the match, therefore, taking neutral would mean needing at least a second takedown.
- The ride time point was already there, it's not like taking down would cost him additional ride time points.
- Let's remember, Molinaro did in fact score from the bottom - clearly he was only a locked hands and a full-nelson call away from winning!
Ok, maybe not that last one. I think the real mistake was on the coaches at the Southern Scuffle - I think they should have let Frank take down in that match to see what he could do from bottom. That experience might have helped at NCAAs (though I think Dake wins that matchup 90% of the time).
As a side note, my favorite part of that match was Dake's reversal. That was a quick, slick score against a guy who was considered pretty good on top.


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The salinisation of coastal city aquifers, and indeed of many inland ones too, is already well under way (16 April, p 9). But a minimal rise in sea levels will have less effect than over-abstraction in upstream drainage basins to meet human demands.
For a coastal aquifer to remain non-saline, the hydrostatic pressure from freshwater absorption, or recharge, must be high enough to prevent the incursion of seawater. After all, many aquifers do not stop at the coastline but extend out under the sea. If recharge is inadequate, then the freshwater hydrostatic pressure falls and seawater can enter.
That is happening in some places even now. In many flood plains, the supply of water to coastal aquifers is being depleted by over-abstraction upstream, especially for irrigated agriculture. This water evaporates and leaves behind some salt, which builds up on the irrigated fields. When this salt is eventually all washed out ...
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Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Camille Grammer Considering Her Own Reality Show?
All Camille Grammer, all the time: Could you handle it?
According to RumorFix, you might have to if you want to see her at all. Camille's gal pal/psychic Allison DuBois apparently suggested to RHoBH's resident villain that having her own show might be the way to go (at least she'd get to control some of the editing that way!). "I have talked to her and told her that maybe it would be good for her to do a show on rebuilding her life –- she was open to the thought of that," DuBois said.
Hmm. We're still unsure why anybody takes advice from Allison DuBois, but we're actually kind of intrigued by this idea. It might be crazy enough to work! But if Cam wants to go after her own show, she'd have to convince producers that enough people would watch to make the show worthwhile. DuBois also said Camille hasn't shunned dating — and might even consider making her quest for love a TV show.
Camille of Love, anyone?


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Automatic exposure adjusting device considers the image on a pixel-by-pixel basis. Each pixel is characterized according to its most significant bits. After the pixels are characterized, the number of pixels in any particular group is counted. That counting is compared with thresholds which set whether the image is over exposed, under exposed, and can optionally also determine if the image is seriously over exposed or seriously under exposed. Adjustment of the exposure is carried out to bring the image to a more desired state.
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22. A camera comprising:
an image sensor having a plurality of pixels, and further having an exposure adjustment capability;
an analog to digital converter which produces a digital output comprising a plurality of bits, said digital output indicative of an output of each pixel of said image sensor;
a first counter which counts a number of overexposed parts of said digital output;
a second counter which counts a number of underexposed parts of said digital output;
a plurality of threshold detectors for comparing counting results of said first and second counters with desired thresholds;
an exposure decision element, which is capable of making a decision to either increase or decrease a next frame of exposure of said image sensor based on a detected relation of said counting results with said thresholds.
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35. An automatic exposure adjusting CMOS image sensor device, comprising:
an image sensor, including a plurality of adjustable photoreceptors, each photoreceptor defining a pixel of the image, and said image sensor having an adjustable exposure which when increased, increases an amount of exposure for a next frame of the image, and when decreased, decreases an amount of exposure for a next frame of the image;
an analog to digital converter which obtains an analog output from said image sensor and produces a digital output indicative of said analog output to thereby produce a plurality of digital outputs for said plurality of pixels;
a pixel characterization element, representing certain most significant bits of at least a plurality of said digital outputs, to thereby characterize said pixel according to its exposure characteristic;
a counter element, which counts numbers of pixels characterized by said pixel characterization element and compares said count with certain thresholds; and
an image adjusting element, for adjusting said exposure based on said count.
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37. A method of operating a camera, the method comprising:
obtaining a plurality of digital values, said plurality of digital values representing values of pixel signals of an image sensor;
setting a first variable threshold for overexposed pixels;
setting a second variable threshold for underexposed pixels;
characterizing said digital values by obtaining only a number of most significant bits of said pixels and not all bits of said pixels and investigating said most significant bits to determine if they represent overexposed pixels, normally-exposed pixels or underexposed pixels;
counting said characterized digital values; and
if the number of overexposed pixels is greater than said first threshold, then decreasing an exposure for a next frame and if the number of under exposed pixels is greater than said second threshold then increasing the exposure for the next frame.
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This application claims the benefit of the U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/082,793, filed on Apr. 23, 1998.
CMOS active pixel sensors represent a digital solution to obtaining an image of an impinging scene. CMOS technology enables integrating electronics associated with the image sensing onto the chip. This includes, for example, one or more analog-to-digital converters on the chip, as well as timing and control circuitry.
One important feature of a well-defined image is an amount of exposure. Some cameras include automatic gain and exposure control. The automatic gain and exposure control determines if the image is underexposed or overexposed, and can adjust some feature of the image acquisition to correct the exposure amount.
Existing CCD cameras select the exposure time based on some feature of the scene being imaged. Some cameras, for example, compute the average intensity over the entire pixel array. Other cameras compute the average intensity over a central area of the CCD. The average is often calculated by a digital signal processor which is separate from the CCD chip.
The present system teaches a programmable threshold indicator based on accumulated and programmable measurements of image pieces. The digital image data stream is analyzed by the counting the number of samples within a given interval of intensities to form information indicating an image histogram. The sample count is compared with programmable thresholds.
The inventors recognize that in some particular images, exposure control by simply computing the average of the image could produce disadvantageous results. For example, consider a scene of black and white stripes. Fifty percent of the image could be very bright, and the other fifty percent could be completely dark. The average is fifty percent which could be considered the correct exposure. Both image portions from the bright scene and the dark scene, however, could be poor.
The present system provides a programmable threshold indicator based on measurements of various portions of the image. A block diagram of the system is shown in
Active pixel image sensor 100 includes an array of units, e.g., rows and columns, of CMOS active pixels. Each preferably includes an in-pixel buffer transistor configured as a source follower, and an in-pixel row or column select transistor. The output of the sensor can be provided either single pixel at a time, or as a parallel group of pixel units 102 to the analog-to-digital converter 104. ADC 104 preferably produces an 8-bit output 106. The two to-three most-significant bits of the analog-to-digital converter are usually enough to analyze intensity distribution.
The three most-significant bits 108 are coupled to pixel characterization elements 110. These detect whether the states of the three bit output 108 have a specified characteristics. When the states have the specified characteristics, the decoder produces an output. Counters 112 count the output, effectively counting the number of times that the bits are coincident with the values. Therefore, the counters 112 keep a count, for each frame, of the number of samples which have specified values.
A number of thresholds are maintained by I/O register 114. Comparing elements 116 compare the counter outputs with the thresholds from the interface register. If one or more of these thresholds are exceeded, then decision block 118 produces a command to either increment or decrement the exposure: e.g., the shutter width or gain of image acquisition. This can be done frame by frame, or for a group of frames.
A first embodiment uses a two-threshold simple-scheme. This takes into account only the two most-significant bits. In this scheme, the relative number of data whose MsBs are "11" are counted. The number of data in the lower half segment of the data scale (e.g. the most significant bit [MSB] is equal to 0) is also counted. The data "11" is considered as being close to saturation. An exemplary threshold for the amount of that data can be thirty percent. Similarly, the tolerance for "dark" data, in which the MSB is zero, is restricted to be 75%. Step 202 detects if the first threshold in which both major bits are "11" for more than thirty percent of the data. This is taken as an overexposed condition at 204 and the integration time or gain is lowered. The second threshold is investigated at 210. If five percent of the data is dark (MSB is 0), the data is taken as underexposed data and the integration time or gain is increased.
The thresholds must be selected with an amount of hysteresis which is effective to avoid oscillations when the image has many contrasts i.e. between black and white. For example, the sum of the two percentages should exceed 100 percent.
A second embodiment which operates according to the flowchart of
If the result of step 410 is No, step 420 tests if the relative number of samples is more than 30 percent. If so, the image is considered as being normally overexposed at 422. A tuning decrement T is applied at step 422 where T less than H.
If the relative number of sample c, the very dark pixels, is more than 75 percent at step 430, then the image is considered as seriously underexposed. In this case, the exposure/gain is incremented by the higher value H at step 432.
Finally, if none of the other steps are true, the relative number of samples b, that is moderately dark pixels that are not very dark, are tested at 440. If this value is more than 75 percent detected at step 416, then the image is considered as moderately dark at 442. A tuning increment T is added to the exposure or gain.
This can be carried out on a frame by frame basis. These thresholds can also be programmable, to allow more bright or dark scenes. The programmable thresholds can be made by user manual intervention, or by an automatic intervention from the computer system.
An example circuitry is shown in
Although only a few embodiments have been disclosed above, other modifications are within the disclosed features.
For example, the system as described could be carried out using a processor or a digital signal processor. Preferably, however, all of the subjects in
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TV preview: The Truth About Immigration on ITV at 7.30pm
Posted: March 27, 2014|
A Rabbi, a Priest and an Imam walk into a bar. Then three things happen that reinforce the cultural stereotypes that surround those people and everyone laughs because laughing can sometimes be easier than thinking. Just like being scared is much easier if you're not thinking.
The Truth About Immigration on ITV at 7.30 tonight is just the worst possible excuse for journalism but it's not like that should come as a surprise. Anything that proclaims itself to be the truth should almost always be distrusted, especially if it's produced by a network funded by advertising revenue. Maybe someone will have an agenda? Maybe even presenter Julie Etchingham herself, given that one gaffe on Sky News.
The 'special report' looks to hit the usual story beats that any report on immigration should hit. First they'll blind us with figures about just how many immigrants have arrived on our shores in last ten years or so. Then they'll talk to some councillors who will say migrants are either great or not great with those in the great camp being shouted down by figures of dwindling numbers of schools, hospitals and jobs. Cue more mooing from the general public.
Of course nobody stops to consider that, if someone can come into this country with little to no knowledge of the language or culture and do your job more effectively than you, maybe they deserve it. You don't hear brain surgeons or scientists moaning about how they're being pushed out of the job by cheap migrant labour.
We should take it as a complement that, even after all the bad press this country gets, people still want to come here. If you're choosing to rebel against immigration now then you're thousands of years behind schedule what with the amount of times we've been invaded over the centuries.
Watch anything else tonight, even Live Lambing on BBC 2 at 9. Kate Humble is interviewing a sheep dog while another happy chap does an expo on grass. It might be dull but I'd rather be brainwashed into thinking sheep are great than fearing everyone with an accent.


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Cafe Texan: Great Small Town Cafe
The Café Texan is an institution here in Huntsville, and is one of THE places to go for breakfast and lunch. The café is located in an old building on the courthouse square. Small town diner style décor with history on the walls. Breakfast is inexpensive and served all day. Big, tasty omelets. Their Chicken Fried Steak is tempting too. Hours are 6 AM to 2 PM daily. They have a lunch special Monday through Friday for only $7.50 including drinks and taxes.
Favorite Dish: Try the biscuits and gravy.
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Bob Luby's Seafood Grill: Great Seafood; Nice Atmosphere
$15 as of March 2013. Bob Luby's has a nice enough atmosphere with a kind of nautical theme. They serve a variety of seafood and some other dishes. The menu was varied enough that it took me a while to decide. I finally opted for Grilled Catfish topped with Crawfish Etouffee. The portions were pretty good and the preparation was great. Service was also good and my waitress, Ann, was professional and friendly. I definitely recommend this for all seafood fans. Hours are 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Thursday; 11 AM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday; and 11 AM to 8 PM on Sunday.
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Los Ponchitos: Authentic Mexican
Sort of a "hole in the wall" in an old pizza hut buliding, but the food is excellent. The Salsa & chips are a tasty start. The Tortilla soup is Large and came with a plate of fresh pico de gallo, avacodo, tortilla chips, rice, lettuce, and shredded cheese. others had the Enchiladas Suiza, Beef/cheese Enchiladas, and Quesadillas. All delicious and generous portions. Moderate Prices. Enjoy.
Favorite Dish: Chicken Tortilla Soup
New Zion Missionary Baptist Church Barbecue: Holy BBQ
In some parts of the United States, barbecue is nearly a religion. Nowhere is that more evident, some say, than at the church of the holy barbecue in Huntsville, Texas. The "holy smoke" rises early from the little wood frame annex of the New Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Wednesday through Saturdays, it's praise the Lord and pass the ribs at the church, which serves the need of all denominations of the barbecue faithful —ribs, brisket, chicken and sausage. On Sunday, the church serves the spiritual needs of its flock. y not be the smoke or the sauce that makes the food taste good. It just might be GOD.
All you can eat $10 maybe now $11
Favorite Dish: Zion BBQ video
The barbecue is close to the church and the barbecue are godsends to the little church — raising money to keep it going and raking in far more than the collection plate. Now, barbecue believers come in droves — making the pilgrimage to the unassuming Mecca of barbecue. Yes this place is famous all over the world as the best barbeque in the world that is made with holy smoke. People now line up to enjoy what many have called the best of the state's estimated 1,300 barbecue joints. One national magazine the gentleman's quarterly called it the best barbecue place in the world. And, yes the price is right: all you can eat for $8. Some see a little divine intervention. At the church, the minister blesses the barbecue. After trying to find the secret ingredient of the New Zion Missionary Baptist Church Barbecue for 20 years, some are starting to believe it ma
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Cafe Texan (spelled cafe not café in Huntsville): A Real Texan Cafe - SInce 1936
Old Sam, Prisons and Pine Trees the stuff Huntsville is made of is all here on the walls of this down home cafe on the corner of the main square. The heart of Huntsville are the friendly folks who call this area home. These are the people who donate to local organizations and Act in the local play Cinderella. This is the kind of place you can expect a warm greeting from the owner who is a real Person that lived in town and enjoy a heaping helping of Biscuits and Gravy, and a cup of coffee.
So I say - want to really experience a place, get some local flavor than find out where the locals eat. This is one such spot how do I know I have a friend that lives in Huntsville and is a local but just look where the cars are parked with the Texas licence plats on them will give you a good idea.
Favorite Dish: Now, the hunt for biscuits and gravy B&G also called by the soldiers in world war two SOS (*** on a shingle) takes determination. This old country stable food is going away -but one never knows when you'll hit a SOS jackpot. But like any pioneer, it takes a strong stomach and a taste for adventure. SOS "biscuits and gravy is a rather unattractive dish, and some say B&G is deadly, but I've always considered it like the Japanese delicacy, fugu." The rule is, never take your B&G on appearances or judge a restaurant by name alone, because you may wind-up with cowboy style quiche and scones. Imagine that.
Now the SOS at the Texan café (again spelled wrong) was at most a 4 out of 5 the sausage was home made the grave nice but the bisects which were home made were (crime of crimes) not hot. Really good stuff they pop the biscuits in the oven home made sausage in the pan and make them both on the spot.
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Humphrey's: Small College Bar and Grill
During my recent trip to Huntsville, I decided to make a little historical trip of my own. Huntsville was the site of my first away match playing rugby, when we took on Sam Houston State. During that trip, we decided to stop in at Humphrey's after the match for a drinkup. Memories were brought back when I sat out on the patio and soaked in some afternoon sun.
I had the Chicken Club Sandwich which was plain, but good.
This place clearly caters to the evening bar crowd, but did have a small following for lunch.
The Church of the Holy...
The Church of the Holy Smoke.This is a unique Barbque place. it is attached to a small Black Church. The Ladies that run it are getting on in years but do a good job. Be prepared to see suits and dirty Bluejeans. all classes and colors eat here in harmony.
Everyone is acceptable
Favorite Dish: Ribs
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