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CrewPro™ for Rail is a right-sized solution.
The industry standard in railroad crew management solutions and software is getting even better.
Thirty years of deep railroad knowledge and processes merged with online accessibility is the hallmark of this software modernization for the Railroad industry. There is a reason 6 out of 7 Class 1 railroads have used our railroad Crew Management software. Now there are even more reasons to use it moving forward.
Modern Interface
CrewPro will make your life better by gracefully, automatically rearranging it's layout to your individual screen using the latest in responsive design. Seems like a little thing. But, a little thing repeated often enough is a big thing.
You get smart, interconnected options that can be set up just the way you like them. Reduce how many times you click, field labels, where you find content, or even the cosmetics if you have different offices or railroads in your operation.
CrewPro Short Line has the basics common to every rail line. CrewPro Freight has more options that can be added if you want one of them, or all of them. CrewPro Transit has some unique options needed in that service area. Bottom line, take only what you need.
We built the tool. You become the craftsman.
The days of massive software integration are over. You get our proven, deep rail knowledge, embedded in CrewPro crew management in a completely self-customizable format. Automatic connectivity and relational information is pre-built to talk back and forth.
- Need to flow vacations through the system and automatically shuffle seniority workers to the top? No problem.
- Need to prioritize crews based on training completion? Got it covered.
- Want to save money with preferred hotel and van services for away crews. Yep, it does that.
- Can I label fields, show fields, hide fields all based on credentials I set up? Yes, easily.
- Will this help ensure Guarantee Payments are awarded correctly? You bet.
And that's just scratching the surface.
Intelligent connections and layouts.
New Screens – Modern interfaces now scale and reflow to match the monitors they are displayed on.
Any Info, Anywhere – Smart disclosures mean that users can find out almost anything they need to know without ever leaving the screen they are on. This eliminates the back-and-forth to different screens, accelerating work.
Automatic Data – New users or experienced users experience greater ease and speed thanks to automatic data connections which logically flow information to next steps.
Smart Searches – Search windows rapidly narrow down choices by displaying only choices that use the entered text. Finding individual workers and their records has never been faster.
Extensible Code – CrewPro is Database agnostic and extensible. It can be installed on any database system and will remain viable for years due to a modern, updatable codebase.
Add only what you need.
You may already have some solutions in place that you really like. And we may have a duplicate solution available in CrewPro. Not a problem.
You don't need to replace something that isn't broken.
CrewPro has been designed in a very modular fashion, enabling railroads to select only the parts they need. It's the right thing to do.
All components of CrewPro have been designed to 'talk' to each other. So, if a railroad does decide to not use a particular module, that's ok. But there may be some integration costs to get the existing solution to talk to CrewPro. We just wanted to be up front about that.


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Pokedex Image Database
My database project got full marks. I'll leave it up for a day before I shut down the server. I got all the way to #88, Grimer, before I got tired XD . Credentials for existing users are firstname.lastname@example.com and password = password.
I incorporated a picture recommendation feature that looks at your pictures, determines the most common tags among them, and then returns five other pictures that include the most of these tags. This is most evident with Generic Trainer (email@example.com, password) who has only uploaded Grimer and therefore is recommended purple poison Pokemon. Steven Li (email@example.com, password) only uploaded Charmeleon and Charizard, so naturally he is recommended Charmander and to a lesser degree other fire, red, or lizard Pokemon.
All in all, it was a fun project that I should have started earlier. I had a blast just pumping out code, throwing it online and seeing it stick. I managed to whip it up in the space of three days, and while it is not shiny, I like how it turned out. And, you know, that it turned out at all. Debugging is such a time and morale-consuming unknown...
*takes them down to where the grass is green and the girls are pretty*
They [robots] operate based on programs which, no matter how complex, follow rules. As broad as the scope of these rules may be, they are unable to do something that they have not been programmed to do. Human responsibility is derived from our ability to act outside of our scope: to recognize what we are doing, recognize the rules imposed by society, and then intending (under no other rule imposed upon us) to break them. - My philosophy paper
Yet their strength and their speed are still based on a world built on rules. Because of that, they will never be as strong, or as fast, as you can be. -Morpheus
In related news, the wild late-night birthday party the Spanish apartment across from me is having makes me happy and awake as I write the rest of the paper. They've played everything from I'm Shipping Up to Las Avispas to Free Bird and Wish You Were Here. They sing nicely for the Spanish songs and awkwardly for the English ones, though to their credit they know all the lyrics.
In class today, the teacher asked, "So what do you guys think? *silence* Well I guess you aren't thinking, because you were up all night writing the paper. And so I guess you didn't read the article either. *tangent*"
SELECT * FROM pokeballs WHERE pokeballs.name = "Pikachu"
For my databases class we need to design a photo-sharing website, along the lines of Flickr. Users can register and upload photos, assign tags to them, search photos by name or tags, and have photos recommended to them based on the tags.
Someone asked whether we would be given stock photos to upload to our site. No, the teacher replied, we would have to provide our own. Well good thing I have something in mind.
I am going to upload the original Pokemon and tag them based on their type and possibly family. "Like Pikachu? You might also like...Raichu, Electabuzz, Voltorb..."
Except I can see the sun
The chilly, moist air reminds me of English mornings.

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A portrait by No Projectos*
Laura*'s artwork of Blindness, a popular Saramago work, on an iPhone case.
Another portrait of Saramago by Mago Das Palavras* ... on your new library tote
A print depiction of The Tale of the Unknown Island*
Yet another portrait of José Saramago by Yara*
Does Saramago intrigue you?
Get some Nobel Prize winning literature in your reading lists! All it takes is one book for the entire year.


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We are delighted to reveal the overall winners of the 2018 Sony World Photography Awards. All the winners, including those from the Professional, Open, Student and Youth competitions, were announced at a prestigious award ceremony in central London.
The successful images will now go on display at the 2018 Exhibition, London, until 6th May. Don't miss one of the most diverse and exciting photography exhibitions of the year!
All winners were flown to London for the ceremony and received Sony digital imaging equipment, publication in the winners' book and get to see their work shown as part of the 2018 Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition.
Outstanding Contribution to Photography recipient Candida Höfer was also at the ceremony to collect her prize.
Read moreWorld Photography Organisation – Overall winners revealed: 2018 Sony World Photography Awards


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Welcome to AIMday Materials
We welcome you to Ångström Laboratory on 26 October 2017
For the tenth year running we arrange AIMday Materials to bring together academic researchers and industry representatives in the field of materials science.
We hope that this year's AIMday Materials will attract both new and former participants, and be just as successful in bringing understanding and new perspectives to industrial problems.
Registration for companies is now open and will close September 1.
Registration for academic scientists will open September 15 and close October 7.
Registration for all participants is free of charge.
Read more about how AIMday works
AIMday Materials is arranged by Uppsala University Innovation.
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Best Pools in Oregon- Serving Eugene, Bend & Surrounding Areas
One of the most important aspects of your outdoor living space is your pool, and at Emerald Pool & Patio, we offer custom built in-ground gunite swimming pools and spas made to fit every need and budget. Please take a few minutes to browse through our Pools Gallery to see just a few of the projects that we've completed with the top quality workmanship we provide. It's a guarantee that a custom in-ground swimming pool, from Emerald Pool & Patio, will enhance your outdoor living area.


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Precast Shapes: Specialty
Allied's Shapes Department produces a wide variety of specialized pieces that go beyond ordinary furnace components
We can provide or customize a precast shape to perfectly fit any need. Don't forfeit the convenience and quality of precast refractory shapes because you have a unique application requirement. Contact us to learn how we can help.
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Newark, N.J. March 6th 1911 American Magazine, Union Square North, New York City, Gentlemen:- Having read your article on Scientific Business Management, I find that several books are mentioned. It will be a great favor to me if you could tell me where I could obtain Work, Ways and Profit and Shop Management. Very truly yours, C. R. DeBevoise, Jr. 188 Roseville Ave. Newark, N.J.
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Omega is a fine watchmaker, but many fans believe that their 1960's Constellation chronometers are the height of their work. Yet these automatic watches remain affordable. Here we have an example of a late 1960's Omega Constellation chronometer with an automatic date movement starting at just €300 at Auctionata's January 14 auction.
Prototype 4.2 MHz Omega Quartz – One of Two Made?
Here's a real puzzle: What do you make of a watch with a standard case and the word "Automatic" on the face yet a quartz movement inside? And what if the seller of that watch claimed it was a rare prototype with an unknown movement number yet included no photos of the inside of the watch? You'd be skeptical, right? So was I, but I believe this is the real deal: One of two known Omega prototype watch movements running at an amazing 4.2 MHz.
"He's No Jedi!" Debunking the Omega Seamaster 176.005
If you've read this blog for long, you know that I love to scour auction listings for under-described watches that are way more special than they appear. But folks like me also often note pieces that are incorrectly described, and one great example just caught my eye: The Omega Seamaster 176.005 Chronograph is often described as the "Jedi", an incorrect name for this model and an unofficial one regardless. Let's take a look.
The Curious Case of the Column Wheel Valjoux 7750 Variants
I first discovered the world of column wheel 7750 variants while looking at a Longines Heritage Chronograph. The movement looked vaguely familiar to me, yet I couldn't place it. A bit of research revealed it to be something really special: A column wheel variant of the Valjoux 7753 built by ETA for their Valgranges line. Then I stumbled on the fact that Omega also got a version of this ETA Valgranges A08.L01 movement with a Co-Axial escapement.


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Sienna Knit - White
$189.00 $132.30
Made from a soft wool blend, the Sienna Knit is woven with white coloured yarn and has contrast black deep cuffs. With a ribbed crew neck and hem. Designed for a slightly loose silhouette, wear with anything from vintage denim to a mini skirt.
- 70% wool 30% acrylic
- Crew neck
- Contrast black ribbed cuffs
- Rib neck and hem
- Designed to be worn slightly oversize
- Cold hand wash only
- Handmade lovingly in Bali, Indonesia
- No two pieces will ever be exactly the same
Model is an AU size 8 and wears Rue Stiic size Small
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Boring Day at the Office Desk Calendar
Long, boring days at work are inevitable. Time seems to be at a veritable standstill — how many times have you checked your watch to see if it has stopped? What a snooze-fest! How to Survive a Boring Day at the Office was created especially to get you through those less-than-exciting days at the office. This new daily calendar is filled with challenges, writing prompts, humorous activities, coloring pages, and games — all designed to keep your mind engaged and steer you away from the boring, workday doldrums. This calendar offers daily escapes from the tedious 9 to 5 monotony. And as an added bonus, you don't have to pretend to be busy at work, because you are busy — having fun!
- Desk Calendar
- 12-Month Calendar
- Large Square Grid
- Observes Major Holidays
- Adhesive Binding
About Sellers Publishing
Sellers Publishing is dedicated to offering products and services that enhance the experience of life. Sellers creates a complete range of everyday and seasonal designs for all occasions and holidays.
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Avoid applying a thick foundation which could bleed as you sweat. Use a water based light weight one instead. A beauty blender to blend it well does the trick.
Switch to an oil-free formulations to prevent acne and boils.
Use a loose powder. Pressed powder has the tendency to cake and clump when hit with moisture.
Use a sunscreen with an spf 30 about before your make up.
Skip applying a moisturiser in the day.But do not forget to moisturise at night.
Use blush sparingly.
Blot any perspiration or oil buildup with non-powdered blotting papers Or use a clean tissue to wipe off the sweat.
Use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner a few times a week to combat any dryness caused by daily exposure to the sun.
Remember that color-treated hair will fade faster when exposed to the direct rays of the sun. Hats or head wraps are a must.
Skip blow-drying and the use of hot rollers and curling irons whenever possible.
Use waterproof mascara, choose eye pencils over liquid liners, and switch to eye shadows that harden to a cream once applied.
Skip eyeliner and mascara on the lower lashes. It's likely to streak in the sweaty under-eye area.
Set eye makeup with a light dusting of loose powder. This will help absorb any moisture that may cause eye makeup to melt.


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After having not so good dinner, I suddenly craving a cup of nice coffee. Passing thorough Gandaria area, my eyes stood in one coffee shop with a nice place called 1/15. The room split in 2 area, smoking (in a close room area) and non smoking area. I sat in a bar in non smoking area. I loved to see the barista working on with their tools.
|1/15 Coffee
I'm a huge fans of coffee, even though I don't really understand about the variant. Luckily the barista, Caecilia is so helpful. Explained to me one by one the coffee they have. 1/15 have 4 different kind of serving option, Syphon, Kalita Wave, V60 and Chemex.
|Single Origin - Handsome Coffee Ethiopia IDR 35.000
|Hot Green Tea Latte IDR 35.000
|Churros with Chocolate Dip IDR 25.000
|1/15 Coffee
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Address: Jalan Gandaria I no. 63, Jakarta – Indonesia
Opening Hours: Daily, 11 am until late (Ramadhan hours, afterwards TBA)
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Howard Gulch is located within Nez Perce County, Idaho and is a tributary to the Potlatch River (shown as number 9 in figure 1). The watershed encompasses approximately 6,005 acres.
Figure 1. Howard Gulch Watershed location. Click on image to view larger version.
The USDA Soil Survey for Lewis/Nez Perce counties was used to determine the extent of hydric soils within the watershed. Approximately 192 acres were identified and are illustrated in figure 2 (shown in light blue).
Figure 2. Howard Gulch hydric soils.
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Young Adults Support Group
Are you looking to meet other young adults who have epilepsy, to share stories, resources, and transitional concerns? The Young Adults Support Group is a place where individuals with epilepsy can connect with other individuals while in an encouraging, supportive and empowering environment. Talking to other individuals with similar stories and experiences, has proven to […]Find out more »
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Do you live in Scarborough and have epilepsy? Are you looking to connect with others experiencing similar issues? Please RSVP to Stephanie at 416-964-9095 or firstname.lastname@example.com. Please note that members must have an individual session with Epilepsy Toronto staff before joining a group.Find out more »


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By PETER ATKINSON, Deputy Editor
The Navy League's newest
council was launched late last
year in San Francisco, becoming
just the second council to highlight the emphasis of its support
for the U.S.-flag Merchant Marine,
the nation's maritime industry and
maritime trade organizations.
Kerry C. O'Brien, president of the
Pacific Merchant Marine Council,
accepts the council's chartering document from Navy League National
President John A. Panneton.
Panneton is flanked by Rear Adm.
Frank X. Johnston, the Maritime
Administration's western administrator, left, and Don Hale, Pacific
Central Region president, at the
Pacific Merchant Marine Council
chartering ceremony.
More than 100 Navy Leaguers and
guests attended the Dec. 11 ceremony to charter the Pacific Merchant
Marine Council, the organization's
270th council, aboard the National
Liberty Ship Memorial SS Jeremiah
O'Brien at San Francisco's Pier 45.
Among those who joined the council's 44 charter members for the
luncheon event were Navy League
National President John A. Panneton,
who was the featured guest speaker;
Rear Adm. Frank X. Johnston, the
Maritime Administration's western
administrator; Albert J. Herberger,
the Navy League's national corporate
secretary and chairman of the
Merchant Marine Committee; National Director Michelle Lockwood,
who serves on the Merchant Marine
and Maritime Policy Committees;
and Don Hale, Pacific Central Region
Jeremiah O'Brien, which sailed as
part of the armada that stormed
Normandy, France, on D-Day, provided a fitting setting for the ceremony, according to Hale. A national
historic landmark, Jeremiah O'Brien
is a living museum of Merchant
Marine heritage, and the only active
Merchant Marine Liberty Ship left in
its original configuration. The ship
remains fully seaworthy, although it
did not sail for the ceremony.
The council's chartering now provides the Merchant Marine with a
recognizable Navy League presence
on both coasts. The other Merchant
Marine-focused council is the
Merchant Marine and U.S. Navy
Armed Guard Council in New Jersey,
which was chartered in October
1991. That council now boasts about
40 members, with George R. Searle
as its current president.
Kerry C. O'Brien, a retired Merchant Mariner who helped found the
Pacific Merchant Marine Council, is
its first president. He envisions the
council as a truly "Pacific" — or at
least U.S. West Coast — entity that,
given the unique, often far-flung
nature of the Merchant Marine, can
attract members and community
affiliates from along the coast who
otherwise might not be inclined to
join an organization like the Navy
League, which already has a number
of councils in the region.
"We will draw from an entirely
different gene pool than your '
average' Navy League council," which
typically recruits people and busi-nesses from the local community
with an interest in supporting the
sea services, O'Brien said.
This "gene pool" can include
maritime industry executives and
port employees, union officials,
mariners and members of other
small Merchant Marine groups
interested in coming together
under Navy League umbrella
through the council.
"The Merchant Marine is a different animal" than the other sea services, said O'Brien, because its infrastructure is primarily private industry and Merchant Mariners are civilians except during time of war,
when they are effectively considered
military personnel. "It's a different
kind of challenge, but our main goal
is to serve our people and do some
real good for the Merchant Marine,"
he said.
The U.S.-flag Merchant Marine
comprises the tankers, cargo carriers, container ships and other vessels that make up the American
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Formerly the chef and manager of Café Osage since the café opened in 2008, David Kirkland designed his menus with a local farm to table philosophy that people still love and respect. Utilizing fresh grown vegetables from the Bowood Farms garden, Kirkland worked closely with the region's growers and farmers to plan for each season and to promote sustainability in the St. Louis restaurant scene.
As of April 2016, Kirkland is embarking on a new endeavor in his culinary career, David Kirkland Catering, located in the new Kranzberg Arts Foundation Theater Art Incubator, the .Zack in midtown. In spring 2017, in the same venue, Kirkland will open his restaurant Turn by David Kirkland. Currently, Kirkland is designing and overseeing the café at the Contemporary Art Museum.Read More


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How to Hack
Hacking used to be a tool that government intelligence agencies utilized as a way of spying on other government agencies. Now many men and women from different walks of life and ages are learning the fundamentals of how to hack.
Learning How to Hack
Before venturing down the path of learning how to hack, it's important to remember that becoming a hacker is not something that a person can become overnight. However, with time and a passion for looking at code, it is possible for an individual to hack like a professional.
This, in turn, could land you a job in security which covers a number of software issues ranging from exploit development to network defense.
Unfortunately, there is no hard-and-fast rule to learning how to hack. Instead, it will require a dedicated amount of reading on various programming languages as well as joining hacking community groups.
As the hackers in these groups will have been in your shoes at some point in their hacking careers, they will provide you with invaluable support and tips, giving you pointers on what you should and shouldn't avoid.
Before starting, though, it may be a good idea to have some inkling as to where your interests may lie. Are you interested in detecting software vulnerabilities or maybe your interests lie in the security of applications? By knowing what you're interested in beforehand will give you an idea of what area to focus on.
Code Programs
Of course, if you want to learn how to hack you will be required to delve into the world of coding programs. The key here, however, is to have an interest in the language of code. If you don't, you'll likely end up bored and will lack a fundamental understanding of how everything works, which is important as you develop your skills.
To give yourself the best start, try looking at programs such as Python, C++, or Perl where you can learn basic coding. You should also look at operating systems such as Windows and Unix, which will aid your development and understanding of coding.
It should be noted, of course, that simply learning a programming code is not going to be enough to deepen your knowledge.
If you want to graduate from the title of script kiddie, you will need to research a range of topics and subjects on hacking. Research the history of hacking, databases, online privacy and security, and the Metasploit framework, which will aid your growth to become a hacking specialist.
Operating Systems
Next, you need to consider the type of operating system you are using and why. Just as you are learning the different programs involved with coding, you should also research into the different systems and tools that cybersecurity utilize. For example, consider looking at the open-source Linux build Kali, which is a provider of world-class information security training and penetration testing services.
Take a Course
Even though you may be reading and interacting with people through various hacking channels about how to get started, you may want to consider taking a course to cement the knowledge you have learned.
Udemy is a good place to start to better understand the fundamentals of hacking that delivers a step-by-step approach to simplified learning. Also, check out Hack this Site, which is a free, safe and legal training ground for hackers to test and expand on their hacking skills.
Stop, Look, and Listen
Understandably, as you acquire new hacking skills you will undoubtedly want to go and test them out in unchartered waters.
By mindful, however, that cybersecurity is a big issue and if you go digging around a network without the authority to do so, you may find yourself in trouble. You only have to remember the 2014 hack of Sony Pictures Entertainment or the 2015 hacks of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, which compromised 22.1 million people, to know that cyberattacks have become more sophisticated over the years.
Interestingly enough, a McAfee report, Net Losses: Estimating the Global Cost of Cybercrime, found that it costs the global economy between US$375 billion and $575 billion each year.
Think About Contributing
As your skills develop you may want to consider offering your skills for the greater good. People who relish a challenge and have a deep knowledge of programming, systems, and computers should consider joining GitHub.
This is a good place to network with other hackers, developers, and enthusiasts and is the perfect location to improve your skills while helping to improve code.
Learn How to Hack Websites
The good think about learning how to hack is the simple fact that there are safe websites where an interested individual can visit to develop their hacking skills. One site already mentioned is Hack this Site, but there are plenty more to discover too.
- Hacking Tutorial: Over at Hacking Tutorial a budding hacker can read short, technical articles that provide step-by-step instructions as to how to undertake a specific hack. While the blog may be small, you will find plenty of technical tricks to help you out.
- Hack a Day: This is another handy website to have bookmarked. What's great about this website is the fact that it focuses on hardware, so it allows a hacker to learn how to hack electronic devices by modifying it. For those who want to learn how to hack other devices, you can learn how to construct the electronics for that too.
- EvilZone: Despite the fact that it might not be a website that sounds too attractive to consider, EvilZone is probably one of the biggest communities when it comes to hacking and security. As it is complete with people who have the knowledge and skills to answer any questions you have on hacking, it should definitely be one of the hacking websites you visit.
- Hack in the Box: In spite of its simple homepage, HITB remains focused on ethical hacking and security. For those interested in reading up on content related to hacking and security they will find a wealth of content-focused articles. As the website doesn't provide many inclusive articles focusing on hacks, HITB is more of a site for hackers to get their daily hacking news. HITB is available in a print version too.
Types of Security Attacks
As your journey of learning how to hack continues, you will come across the different types of attacks that you should be aware of. These are:
- DoS: Denial of Service attacks. This is when a user or company has been denied access to a resource from a perpetrator using a single Internet connection.
- DDoS: Distributed Denial of Service attacks. This occurs when attacks take place from a number of devices that have been connected are dispersed across the Internet. These can be undertaken by a number of people and/or devices.
- Trojan Horse: This is a form of malware that presents itself as legitimate software. Once activated by an unsuspecting individual, cybercriminals or black hat hackers can steal valuable information and gain backdoor access to your computer.
- Virus: This type of attack is another form of malicious software when the virus attaches itself to a program before replicating itself when executed. It can also modify a computer's systems when it passes through.
- Worm: A computer worm is a malware program that copies itself so that it can infect other computers.
- Logic Bomb: This form of attack is typically malicious and is a programming code that has been inserted deliberately so that it can be executed under certain circumstances, such as a date, trigger, time, or action.
You can view a more extensive list here.
What Next?
Now that you learned the basics of hacking you need to decide why you are hacking in the first place. Hopefully, you will be hacking for ethical reasons; however, there will be others who hack for malicious reasons too.
Even though hackers, in general, tend to be tarnished with the same brush, it's imperative that you appreciate that there are different groups of hackers.
What a newbie hacker should recognize is that the world of hacking is one of twists and turns; however, with the right attitude, dedication, and motivation, it can deliver a wealth of satisfaction through the challenge of solving problems for the greater good.
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A few years back, a friend of mine brought a delicious trifle to a BBQ that was unforgettable. I had never had trifle before, but after one bite I was hooked. She gave me the recipe (which is surprisingly simple!) and I've probably made this for friends and family more times than any other dessert since then.
Traditionally, a trifle consists of layers sponge cake with brandy or rum and custard and whipped cream, but there are tons of different variations to this dessert. This particular version has no alcohol in it. The fresh strawberries and blueberries, along with the whipped cream, make this dessert surprisingly refreshing.
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 2 small packages of Jello brand instant cheesecake pudding
- 1 large container of fresh strawberries
- 1 small container of fresh blueberries
- 1 cup of Cool Whip whipped cream, softened
- 1 package of white chocolate chips
Prepare cake mix according to package and let cool. (You will only need 1 of the prepared cakes, so only make 1/2 of the box if you want, or you can do what my husband and I do and make both so you can frost and eat the other cake later :) While your cake is cooling, prepare both boxes of pudding according to the directions on the box. Set aside 2/3 cup of pudding to be used for the topping later.
Rinse blueberries and strawberries, then cut up strawberries into slices and coat with sugar if desired.
Cut up cake into bite-sized pieces and layer 1/2 of the pieces in the bottom of a trifle dish or other large glass dish. Layer all of the pudding on top (except your reserve), followed by 1/2 bag of white chocolate chips, 1/2 of the blueberries, 1/2 of the strawberries, and lastly the remaining cake cubes.
Combine the reserved cheesecake pudding with the 1 cup Cool Whip and mix well. Pour mixture over top. Use the remaining fruit and white chocolate chips to decorate the top of the trifle (or just toss them on top, no one will mind, they'll be too busy eating :)


text: Internet, Networking, & Security Around the Web Cyberstalking: More Common Than Physical Stalking By Paul Gil Writer Paul Gil, a former Lifewire writer who is also known for his dynamic internet and database courses and has been active in technology fields for over two decades. our editorial process Paul Gil Updated January 20, 2020 Rafe Swan / Getty Images Around the Web How to Get a VPN Tweet Share Email Cyberstalking is now more common than physical harassment, according to the researchers at Bedford University in England. Imbalanced individuals who obsess over others now have dozens of convenient online means by which to follow and attack their prey. Using email, sexting, Facebook, Twitter, FourSquare, and other social hubs, cyberstalkers can track someone's personal life quite easily. Cyberstalking is a sad and disturbing part of modern society, and things will only get worse before they get better. What Is the Definition of Cyberstalking? Cyberstalking is a very serious form of online harassment. At one level, cyberstalking is much like cyberbullying, as it involves the sending of repeated annoying and unwelcome messages. But cyberstalking goes far beyond cyberbullying in terms of motivations and tactics. Cyberstalking involves an obsession with the target, and a perverse desire to control that target in some way, even by attacking the target's family members. Cyberstalkers do not wish to just torment someone for an adolescent power rush... stalkers want to force the target into some kind of submission and are willing to involve other targets to achieve that disturbing result. What Exactly Does Cyberstalking Look Like? Cyberstalkers like to use email, Facebook, Twitter, FourSquare, text messaging, and sexting as their primary tools. They sometimes use online dating services, discussion forums, and mobile phone devices to stalk their prey. If the stalker is a sophisticated user, he/she will use many of these means in combination. Cyberstalkers commonly have four objectives Locate,Surveil,Emotionally harass,Criminally manipulate their prey. In some cases, the cyberstalker will prey on their target's family, friends, and coworkers to attack their target. Example of Cyberstalking Mark Zuckerberg has been stalked by Pradeep Manukonda Who Are These Cyberstalkers? Cyberstalkers come from all walks of life and are often driven by feelings of profound inadequacy. Cyberstalkers can also be motivated by revenge over a feeling of being wronged, or by anger due to unrequited love. Whichever their motivation, cyberstalkers want to control their prey, using means of direct intimidation or indirect manipulation. Cyberstalkers can be An ex-boyfriend/girlfriend,An ex-spouse,Someone you went to high school with,A person you dated in real life,A person you dated through an online service,A coworker or supervisor,A stranger whom you ride the train with every day,A stranger who found your writing online,Someone you friended on Facebook. Cyberstalkers are regular people with very irregular psychological problems. The truly frightening part is that cyberstalkers can be random: you do not need to know the person to become their target. Some cyberstalkers will just choose random targets online. The Good News for Online Love According to Bedford University's ECHO research, stalkers on online dating sites are still very rare (i.e. less than 4% of stalker victims). So if you are looking for love online, the risk is still quite low for you getting yourself a cyberstalker. The Bad News Bedford University identified that many cyberstalking victims in their research were actually stalked by complete strangers. This means: cyberstalking can be random. Cyberstalking is now a small risk that every online user takes just by participating in the World Wide Web. While the great majority of you reading this article will never have a cyberstalker, one or two of you might have some random disturbed individual who discovers you online and decides to obsess over you. What Can I Do When I Have a Cyberstalker? There are various means by which you can assertively and legally defend yourself against cyberstalking. Starting with low-key responses, like an assertive email, is the best place to begin. If the situation appears to be escalating, contact law enforcement. While most cyberstalkers never make physical contact with a victim, they will sometimes try things like swatting to get attention.


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Ram Viswanathan | 'A marathon a year for charity'3 min read . Updated: 08 Jan 2013, 03:29 PM IST
Runner, philanthropist, race organizerChennai's marathon man took part in nine races last year
Runner, philanthropist, race organizerChennai's marathon man took part in nine races last year
On The Run | Ram Viswanathan
Ram Viswanathan started running late, but he is rapidly making up for lost time. Less than a decade after he picked up the sport, the 49-year-old technical executive at IBM, Chennai, has already run 36 marathons, including nine in 2012. He is also the co-founder of Chennai Runners, a not-for-profit running group formed in 2006 which boasts of more than 1,500 members now. Viswanathan's dream was to run an international marathon in his own city, and he fulfilled part of that dream when Chennai Runners organized the city's first international marathon, The Wipro Chennai Marathon, on 2 December. Edited excerpts:
You only started running seriously in your 40s. How did that happen?
Around 2005, I had returned from the US and was desperately looking for some outdoor activities. I used to do inline skating before but that isn't possible in Chennai given the road conditions. Then a casual conversation at the dining table with my son Raghav, 13 at that time, introduced me to a marathon happening in the city. He had picked it up from a poster in his school and that's how I got started and since then it has been a good journey.
What are your favourite running routes in Chennai?
Unfortunately, there aren't many options for long-distance runners in Chennai. I wish there were miles and miles of serene running tracks along the beaches or the various canals that abut Chennai. It is possible, but we don't have them.
Having said that, we are indeed fortunate to have a "reserved forest" right in the middle of the city, which is my favourite running route. This is the entire stretch of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, Children's Park and Raj Bhavan. I enjoy running in the beautiful environs of IIT, among deer, monkeys and centuries-old banyan trees.
What's your running gear?
I tried minimalist Vibrams (shoes) but have now switched back to ASICS. I also wear a fuel belt, headband and carry a music player.
What's your running soundtrack?
I listen to a variety of music and radio shows while running alone. I play Sanskrit shlokas, Carnatic music or fast Tamil/Hindi film songs. But these days, I listen to the National Public Radio (NPR) of the US.
What's your regular training routine like?
I have three running mantras and try to stick to them as much as possible—no two consecutive days missed; 10km per run; and 50km per week. In 2012, I upped it to 60km a week for the Comrades Marathon in South Africa.
What kind of diet do you follow on race days?
Nothing special. I am a vegetarian and stick to my regular south Indian diet.
Tell us a little about the charity work you've been doing through marathons.
My desire is to run one marathon per year for charity.
Last year, we organized a marathon in Chennai and gave the net proceeds to Deepam, an NGO that works with less-privileged kids to impart computer and English skills. Last year I ran the Boston Marathon for ALS Research (an effort by Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, US, for new treatments and a cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease, and raised over $7,000, or around ₹ 3.84 lakh). This year I'll do the London Marathon for Cheshire Home charity and plan to raise £2,000 (around ₹ 1.76 lakh).
How do you balance your work and travel schedule with running?
The running gear is always in my suitcase and running actually helps me get over jet lag after long flights. Also, I try to squeeze in a marathon wherever I go on business.
What's the most challenging race you've run?
I ran the innocuous-sounding Cinderella Trail Run marathon near San Francisco, US, in 2011. It wasn't a fairy-tale marathon by any stretch of the imagination. It was a brutal trail run with a total elevation gain of 4,740ft through thick forest. I survived this one because I had company—a friend from Chennai had moved to San Francisco, and ran with me. I had friends running with me at the Comrades Marathon last year but failed to finish. It's an 89km Ultra, and I ran through the beautiful hills of Durban, South Africa, but gave up around 54km. I just couldn't move my legs and had difficulty even stepping into the rescue vehicle.
You've done three of the "Big 5". By when do you expect to finish the other two?
Big 5 has become Big 6 now, with the entry of Tokyo. I'm running the London Marathon this year and hope to run New York and Tokyo by 2015.


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This is the book that dragged me into reading about the truth, about discovering what is really going on in our world today, and about looking beyond the medias headlines and the Governments spin. Above all this book showed me how the people in power are so disconnected from reality, how much pain and suffering has happened in Rwanda and the force of will that those brave UN Soldiers showed in order to save the people they did.
The fact that it was written by Roméo Dallaire the Commander of the UN forces in Rwanada is what really drew me to this book. Combined with the compelling and heartfelt blurb there seemed to be no way I could ignore it. After all, I had ignored the genocide itself, didn't I need to understand what I had been party to?
This book really does deserve the accolade that is banded around by journalists on every book they read that's by the latest hot thriller writer – "…couldn't put it down…", but for entirely different reasons.
It's a compelling story of how a nation begins to pull itself apart, how the onsite UN forces struggle to try and keep the peace and end the acts of Genocide, all the while trying to fight for ever piece of recognition and equipment from an organisation and group of Countries who couldn't see further than their balance sheets.
Dallaire presents a heart rendering tale of how the country of Rwanda descended into madness and how he and his Soldiers fought far beyond their means and capabilities to save as many of them as they could.
I felt so many emotions reading this book from sympathy to anger, from embarrassment to pity. My sympathy fell to the victims in Rwanda, Dallaire and his troops included. My anger pointed to the ignorant and overly officious UN and self serving US. My pity fell to all involved while my embarrassment was saved for the Country I belong to, Britain.
Dallaire describes the shortcomings and continuing negativity of the UN and select World leaders, their blind ignorance to World events and to the acceptance of the Genocide in Rwanda.
As he takes us through his time there we begin to understand the challenges he and his men faced. Understaffed, underskilled and without such basics as in date food, fuel and even ammunition for their weapons.
You understand his growing despair and stress at fighting for the basics to keep his Troops alive, never mind do the job they were sent to do and save the people dying around them.
Then you see how he was ignored by the UN, the US, UK and France. It's no small thing to say that they were abandoned and then blamed for the events that followed, even taking the Soldiers to court, but that's what happened.
Dallaire describes how he created a plan that could end the Genocide (which the US were still arguing not to call it) and submitted it to the UN. It was refused, with continual comments to make do with what they had and continual denials of any Genocide occurring.
Through this book I felt a growing anger at how the Countries and UN abandoned the people of Rwanda and those Soldiers already there. He makes some simple and startling associations with both Somalia and Bosnia, these associations could now be made with Iraq. It's almost scary to think about how these events are being repeated again, and yet these leaders have learnt nothing. They apologise, but…
The story is harrowing but also strangely uplifting for amongst all these millions of people who don't care, there was this small band of Soldiers who saw beyond orders and costs and saw the people and beauty of Rwanda. Through everything that these people faced, daily attempts on their lives, trying to protect people without being allowed to fire their weapons or having the ammunition or basic supplies to carry on. My God, they even had to eat rotten army rations, and yet they still remained.
It may be a damning account of the Countries who call themselves caring, World Police, and fighting for freedom, but it's also an amazing tale of how those trained to fight can see people for what they are and without care for themselves try to save them.
Dallaire and his Troops come across as amazing people, people most of us could only dream of aspiring to. Through the darkest of tales they show us what we should be, and what our Nations should do. Surprisingly it also shows us the hypocrisy of our Politicians as they stand up and defend their actions in Iraq. However you stand with them now, you wonder why they failed to speak so strongly in Bosnia, in Somalia, and in Rwanda.
You owe it to these people to read this book.
…The global village is deteriorating at a rapid pace, and in the children of the world the result is rage. It is the rage I saw in the eyes of the teenage Interahamwe […attached to the ruling MRND party…largely responsible for the killings during the genocide] militiamen in Rwanda, it is the rage I sensed in the hearts of the children of Sierra Leone, it is the rage I felt in crowds of ordinary civilians in Rwanda, and it is the rage that resulted in September 11th. Human beings who have no rights, no security, no future, no hope and no means to survive are a desperate group who will do desperate things to take what they believe they need and deserve.
Shake Hands with the Devil: The Failure of Humanity in Rwanda by Romeo Dallaire from Amazon UK.


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Mistakes in your everyday regimen can turn your skin into a fine (line) mess. . .or send it on an acid trip. Time for a big pHat skintervention! These skin care tips will get it Zen again
The sweet spot: Keep your showers quick (and limit long soak sessions in the bathtub), and skip a day or two each week if you can—seriously: The skin on your body isn't meant to be washed daily, says Graf. If you can't tolerate a lukewarm temp—the healthiest skin treatment—at least crank it down from hot to warm to keep blood vessels from dilating and leading to even more moisture loss. And consider adding a hard-water filter to your showerhead. It will keep away minerals like phosphorous and chlorine, both of which can throw off your skin's pH.
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CNCTools Lite
CNCTools (light) is a toolset written in java to work on, transform, create and visualize G-Code. It's a toolset that allow you, the machinist to have a handly little tool to keep your snippets of G-Code away from your HD into a small tool.
The idea behind CNC Tools
The main reason why I created CNCTools is to allow me to store CNC operations in one single place rather then at various places on my HD.
What can CNCTools do?
CNCTools can operate or create (or you create) G-Code. At this moment (it's a alpha release) the number of operations are rather limited but I will sum then up (all 2 of them!) anyways:
- It has a efficient way of making from a square piece of wood a round piece of wood.
- It has a option to create your own G-Code
- Visualise G-Code
- Project management
- Multiple operations pr project
However, the above operations are not limited to do just this, some operations I am planning to add in the future are, place them in the order you like them to see added, mail me!
- Create a option for facing
- Create a option for simple pocketing
- Tranform G-Code between different versions, for example transform G4/10 to G4 P10 (dwell 10 seconds to LinuxCNC notation)
- offset X, Y, Z
- Wrapping G-Code for indexer perpose
- Simple DXF to G-Code transformer
- Create your own dialogs in a simple manner so you can manipulate any G-Code template and modify parameters
License: BSD-3
Screenshot of G-Code editor
Screenshot of Facing/Pocket operation
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I love it when guests come to the Inn with a new idea for appreciating the Ancient City! Jason & Jessica recently sent me photos of their St. Augustine-By-Air tour with St. Augustine Bi-Planes. They got airborne with expert pilot Dave in his fully restored 1935 Custom Cabin Waco Bi-Plane! An incredibly exciting way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
The plane seats up to 4 passengers, so you can bring along a loved one, a pal, or bring the kiddos! The Waco is a true time machine and this is the world's only company offering rides in a Custom Cabin Waco Biplane. If you love St. Augustine from the ground you will appreciate it even more from the air. Where else can you fly in a true piece of aviation history over one of the most historic places in the USA!


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I've used Pink tones & by using Stampin' Up! products I can be sure that everything colour co-ordinates.
Sunday, 5 June 2011
Less Is More
I've used Pink tones & by using Stampin' Up! products I can be sure that everything colour co-ordinates.
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Hi SharonReplyDelete
Fabulous card Love the butterflies ...i have just bought them.....
Beautiful card Sharon. Hugs Rita xxReplyDelete
A beautiful cardReplyDelete
I have just acquired these butterflies too Sharon and I think they're super.ReplyDelete
Something in my quirky nature would have liked the stamping in red to have been a little less symmetrical, with the H off centre... however it's simply great as is.
Thanks so much for another week's super submission.
Lady LIM
"Less is More"
Gorgeous cardReplyDelete
Beryl x
This is a beautiful interpretation of the LIM challenge. I love it!ReplyDelete
Can't go wrong with Pretty in Pink! So sweet! You've been a super busy lil bee - hope it's all going well for you! bxReplyDelete
- Anonymous8 June 2011 at 09:49
Fab card, lovely colours and love the butterflies!ReplyDelete
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That's so pretty, very elegant look to your cardReplyDelete
Lovely card Sharon :o) Pretty colours and love the butterflies. Lisa xReplyDelete
Hi Sharon I think this is excellent piece of work, until I read your blog I thought the paper was a bought paper so I am very impressed . Sue xReplyDelete
Sharon, this is a great card! I love how you went from pink to red...very nice!ReplyDelete
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A very pretty card Sharon. Pink and flutterby's - what more do you need ??? xReplyDelete


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This is a list of the official Nokia 8 model numbers, variants and the differences among them. HMD Global launched their first flagship phone, the Nokia 8, back in August and starting from September, the phone has been releasing in markets all over the world. Nokia 8 has been launched globally, except the US and China where it is expected an upgraded variant of the phone will be launched soon.
As with most other Android phones, Nokia 8 has multiple variants and different model numbers for each of those variants. These variants are launched in different regions and markets based on a number of factors. Some variants support limited bands and network frequencies that it cannot work in every country in the world. Another main difference is usually of the single and dual-SIM variants of the phones. The dual-SIM version is mostly common around the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and South Asian countries.
Nokia 8 Model Numbers and Variants
This is a list of all the Nokia 8 model numbers and where are they available. We did a similar Nokia 6 model numbers guide a while back, and here is another one now for the flagship phone. Some phones have a different model for each region, however, there are only two main models for the Nokia 8. One is the global variant and the other is just for the China / Taiwan region (which is yet to be launched). Here is a quick look in the table below:
|Model Number / Variant
|Nokia 8
|Global (Dual SIM)
|Nokia 8
|Global (Single SIM)
|Nokia 8
|China / Taiwan (Dual SIM)
TA-1004 and TA-1012 model numbers were earlier rumoured to be for a different unannounced Nokia phone, but was later revealed to be for the Nokia 8 all along.
Nokia 8 TA-1004 (Dual SIM)
This is the global variant of the Nokia 8 which is more widely available. Dual SIM versions are getting more popular by the day, as it allow users to have and use two numbers in the same phone. As part of covering how and where to buy the Nokia 8, we have seen that Nokia 8 is more easily available as TA-1004, instead of the single SIM version.
Nokia 8 TA-1012 (Single SIM)
The single-SIM variant of the Nokia 8 global version has the number TA-1012. We haven't really seen this unit at a lot of countries. This is the global version, so chances are it would be available in some European countries only. From the Middle East to South Asian region, we have only seen HMD Global launch dual-SIM variants of the phone.
Nokia 8 TA-1052 (China / Taiwan)
HMD Global is yet to announce the Nokia 8 for China (and the US). This is the Nokia 8 model that will be available throughout China and Taiwan. This is different from the global version because of the different network bands and frequencies in the country. We do not really have more details on the technical side, but we know for sure that Nokia 8 TA-1012 is for China.
Nokia 8 Tech Specs & Features
Nokia 8 is powered with the latest Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB RAM and a dual 13 megapixels cameras at the back. For complete details on what's inside this Nokia 8 flagship phone, read our complete Nokia 8 tech specs guide for a detailed look. And if you plan on getting the Nokia 8 for yourself, also check out some Nokia 8 accessories you may want to buy along the phone.
If you have any more questions regarding which Nokia 8 model to buy, leave us a comment below and we'll get back to you.


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Boats Tasmania is the state's leading marine surveying consultancy. We provide pre-purchase and insurance surveys as well as project management services for construction, repairs or refitting. Over the last 15 years, we have surveyed hundreds of vessels in Tasmania and around Australia and offer a wealth of practical knowledge and experience on a diverse range of vessels.
Based in Margate and Kettering south of Hobart, we are ideally located to serve the needs of the many boating enthusiasts who flock to Australia's southern-most boating mecca, but also travel further afield to other parts of Australia and internationally upon request.
Building on the legacy of BoatTasmania founder, Patrick Synge, Denis Planchon brings to Boats Tasmania many years of wide-ranging experience sailing, inspecting, building, repairing and designing a variety of crafts.
I spent 26 years as an officer in the French navy and learnt the fundamentals of naval engineering and design at the French Naval academy in Brest before practising them extensively during my naval career.
My first operational posting was on one of the last timber boats of the French navy, an ex-mine sweeper in New Caledonia in 1985. I then spent much of my operational career on French aircraft carriers.
As far back as I remember family holidays were always on the sea in the Mediterranean – to Corsica, Tunisia, Sicily and Greece – or off Brittany. As a child I sailed a Jeanneau Sangria (Philippe Harlé) then a Centurion 32 (Holman and Pye, Wauquiez), then a Gladiateur (Holman and Pye, Wauquiez).
I have since owned several yachts, including a Sun Legende 41 (Jeanneau), a fast Schionning catamaran .50 built in New-Zealand, a Farrier trimaran F22, a Davidson 34, an Adams 13m and currently a Holman and Pye 52' aluminium ketch which is berthed at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering.
I loved racing when I was young and although I do not race extensively anymore I still like to sail fast!
After retiring from the French Navy in 2009, being passionate about boatbuilding, I decided to work in a boatyard in New Caledonia where I worked mainly in composite boat building and learned "hands-on" the subtleties of fibreglass, Kevlar, carbon, epoxy and polyester resin. I then established my own business in Noumea, in partnership with a young naval architect, and was involved in numerous refit projects on both motor and sailing craft.
The technical and operational experience gained in the French Navy, combined with the skills learned working on composite boatbuilding and my extensive experience of sailing on numerous and various boats, led me to the field of marine surveying and my collaboration with Patrick.
Each new encounter with a boat, her owner and their common story is always an exciting challenge and a source of learning and sharing.
I grew up in a small fishing village in the north of Scotland and have spent my entire life around boats. As children we built rafts from drift wood and oil drums, then graduated to plywood sailing dinghies and clinker built fishing boats.
I have had extensive 'hands on' experience working with a wide variety of materials and construction techniques including traditional timber, timber composite, FRP and FRP sandwich, steel, ferro-cement and aluminium. Having worked for more than 30 years repairing, maintaining, designing, building, inspecting boats and training boat builders I have gained a broad based experience that I bring to my work as a Marine Surveyor.
I've sailed the oceans on a wide variety of boats, cruising aboard my own yachts and delivering a variety of boats, both under motor and sail. More recently I've enjoyed extensive cruising in the South Pacific and Australian waters with my wife and children aboard our 12m aluminium yacht.
For the last 20 years I have been inspecting boats and during this time have surveyed hundreds of vessels of widely differing types, materials and condition. These range from small timber fishing craft to large GRP cruising yachts, from 'hi-tech' composite construction lightweight racing yachts to luxuriously appointed motor cruisers and everything in between. Steel, Ferro, Aluminium – "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly".
I feel very fortunate to now live overlooking Copper Alley Bay at Kettering where my yacht lies quietly on her mooring. Most of my boat inspection work is around Hobart and the D'Entrecasteaux Channel area but from time to time I travel interstate and overseas.
I also work in marine environmental management helping develop equipment and techniques that reduce the importation and spread of invasive marine species. My home workshop is well equipped with timber working tools and I enjoy creating beautiful objects with the fine Tasmanian timbers I've been collecting since living here.


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Diesel exhaust is joining asbestos, radon and smoking in a rare but dangerous group: things that cause lung cancer.
Exposure to heavy amounts of diesel exhaust has been linked to lung cancer deaths in miners, according to a recently released study from teh National Cancer Institute (NCI).
The results were detailed in two research papers published in a March issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute and on its website on March 2.
Lung cancer, a disease that accounts for the most cancer-related deaths, has traditionally been associated to smoking, radon and asbestos exposure. The NCI's 20-year study now lists heavy exposure to diesel exhaust among the ranks of these other toxins linked to lung cancer.
Like other asbestos-related diseases, lung cancer has risk factors that are tied to occupational risk factors. Because miners spend so much time working in an enclosed environment, diesel exhaust from mining machines builds up.
That buildup in confined, small air spaces results in more highly concentrated diesel-filled air. And that is air breathed in by miners.
Study Details
Conducted by researchers from the NCI, National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the study involved 12,315 workers in eight non-metal mining facilities.
The mining locations included one limestone mine in Missouri, three potash mines in New Mexico, one salt mine in Ohio and three trona mines in Wyoming.
Non-metal mines were selected because of their statistical lower levels of other lung cancer risk factors like asbestos, radon and silica. Researchers further controlled the results by removing smoking as a contributor.
Miners who were heavily exposed to diesel exhaust demonstrated a risk of cancer death three times that of workers who had lower exposure levels. Still, miners with lower exposures showed a 50 percent increase risk of developing cancer compared to non-exposed workers.
Research results provide occupational scientists an opportunity to improve conditions for miners of all types.
"Our findings are important not only for miners but also for the 1.4 million American workers and the 3 million European workers exposed to diesel exhaust, and for urban populations worldwide," said Debra Silverman, an epidemiologist at the NCI.
Researchers from the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) participated in the composition of one of the two papers in which the study's results were listed in.
"This landmark study has informed on the lung cancer risks for underground mine workers, but the findings suggest that the risks may extend to other workers exposed to diesel exhaust in the United States and abroad, and to people living in urban areas where diesel exhaust levels are elevated," said Joseph F. Fraumeni of the DCEG.
Some reports have stated that mining companies have used litigation of the results as a method to delay the release of the study. The argument has been stated that the report results don't account for recent upgrades in diesel machines which emit less amounts of exhaust.
Learn More About Lung Cancer Causes
Have you been diagnosed with lung cancer because of occupational hazards like asbestos? If so, complete the form on this page to learn more about treatment options, patient resources and legal rights. Asbestos.com provides a complimentary informational packet that will be mailed to you within 24-hours.
- National Cancer Institute – Heavy exposure to diesel exhaust linked to lung cancer death in miners. (2012 March 2). Retrieved from http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressreleases/2012/DieselMinersPressRelease
- Evans, V. Study Links Exposure to Diesel Exhaust to Increased Risk of Lung Cancer. (2012 March 4). Retrieved from http://news.yahoo.com/study-links-exposure-diesel-exhaust-increased-risk-lung-171900438.html
- Associated Press – Study links heavy diesel exhaust to lung cancer. Laramie Boomerang. (2012 March 5). Retrieved from http://www.laramieboomerang.com/articles/2012/03/05/ap/health/us_med_diesel_exhaust_cancer.txt


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Friday, November 5, 2010
Brownies Gone Wild
Cake, ehh. Give me brownies.
I like as much chocolate crammed into as much fudginess as possible. But for a twist, here are a few brownie recipes that stray from the norm.
Like using beer (and cayenne pepper) for a lighter texture: Beer Brownies from Huffington Post blogger Claire Thomas (pictured above).
Or one of my sister's favorites, Black Bean Brownies. I'll admit, these have an interesting after taste, but they are a healthy, still-fudgy, alternative to traditional brownies.
And who doesn't love brownies cooked inside citrus? This is a traditional brownie batter spooned into a hollowed-out orange and baked. Don't worry, the orange doesn't burn due to its high water content. Check out Cooking for Geeks for other weird creations.
If these are making you squeamish, I recommend Alton Brown's recipe for a delicious, beer-free brownie.
Posted by Hannah at 9:00 AM
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The black bean brownies come out with a kind of spongy texture, in my experience--not unpleasant, just a bit different from regular brownies.ReplyDelete
Those orange ones look cool!
My roommie Elise made the brownie-filled oranges with her mom.ReplyDelete
Very oozy, yummy-looking results.
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Reuters reports that a Tennessee couple who "defended" Jenelle Potter on Facebook were murdered by her father and another man. "This is just senseless," said Johnson County Sheriff Mike Reece told Reuters. "We've had murders, but nothing like this." Jenelle Potter, 30, is one of those types who you just don't mess with.
She is a Facebook fanatic who stays home with her parents and is constantly on Facebook.


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Meet our leaders
We have a strong, dedicated team of leaders comprised of an appointed chief executive officer and four vice presidents that oversee our areas of business.
Laura Nashman
Chief Executive Officer
Laura joined BC Pension Corporation as chief executive officer in December 2008.
Under Laura's leadership Pension Corporation received "Gold" recognition from Excellence Canada which demonstrates it is one of the best managed organizations in Canada.
In 2017 Laura was recognized by Business in Vancouver magazine as one of their 2017 Influential Women in Business. She was also named as one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network and recognized on Vancouver Magazine's Power 50 list; Laura also has the designation of Director with the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D); and serves on several boards including Excellence Canada; the Conference Board of Canada and the Gustavson School of Business International Advisory Board. Laura is an active mentor for women leaders and emerging leaders who look to her for guidance and direction on their leadership practice and career development.
Laura is a high-performing senior executive who brings a fresh leadership style to her role. She has clear vision and her expertise as a strategic leader gives her the ability to deliver results. Laura creates space for everyone in her organization to thrive. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong relationships with staff and all key stakeholders.
In 2012, she spearheaded the creation of a new strategic plan for Pension Corporation called From 12 to 21: Our Way Forward. This nine-year strategy is an ambitious plan for business transformation that ensures Pension Corporation meets the changing needs and expectations of plan members, employers, trustees and staff. Above all Laura has reshaped the culture at the corporation creating the organization-wide engagement and resiliency needed to bring the strategic plan to life.
Trevor Fedyna
Vice-President, Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer
Trevor joined BC Pension Corporation in 2013 and is the chief financial officer and vice-president of Corporate Services.
With more than 15 years of CFO and corporate services experience, Trevor has worked for several public and private organizations in areas that include finance, strategic planning, enterprise risk management, human resources, communications, business development, operations, stakeholder relations, information technology and facilities.
Before joining BC Pension Corporation, Trevor served as CFO and vice-president, corporate services, for BC Safety Authority. He led the organization's strategic planning processes–helping the organization to establish a world-class operating model and financial sustainability. He also served as CFO of the False Creek Surgical Centre, one of the leading private health-care companies in Canada.
In his current position, Trevor has played a central role in planning the transformation phase of the 12 to 21 strategic plan, enhancing the organization's financial stewardship and increasing employee engagement.
Trevor is a Chartered Director and a Chartered Professional Accountant. He is also a member of the audit committee of the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia.
Joel Levinson
Vice-President, Member and Employer Experience
Joel joined BC Pension Corporation in March 2019 to lead the Member and Employer Experience Division.
With more than 20 years of technology and operations management experience, Joel has a track record of leading high performing organizations to implement forward-thinking solutions and processes that drive business value for customers. He is a strategic leader with extensive experience developing and implementing business transformations.
Before joining the corporation, he served as chief information officer with MAXIMUS Canada. In addition to his 13 years at MAXIMUS Canada, he held key leadership roles at Intel Corporation for 11 years.
Joel holds a master of business administration and bachelor of science in business administration from the University of Arizona.
Aaron Walker-Duncan
Vice-President, Board and Communication Services
Aaron joined BC Pension Corporation in 2004 and is vice-president of Board and Communication Services.
Before joining the corporation he was a benefits consultant with Deloitte in the United Kingdom, where he advised clients on executive pension arrangements, acted as a professional trustee and managed pension issues associated with organizational insolvencies.
In his current role, he is responsible for delivering support and services to the pension boards of trustees.
Aaron has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Simon Fraser University and holds a Financial Planning Certification and a Certificate in Securities. He has completed the Advanced Pension Education Program at Humber College and has a certificate in Advanced Trust Management Standards.
Dave Marecek
Vice-President, Transformation and Information Services
Dave joined BC Pension Corporation in January 2012 as vice-president of Transformation and Information Services.
With his background in senior executive roles and private-sector IT consulting, Dave has extensive experience in enterprise business transformation, management consulting, information management, information technology and human resources.
A passionate leader, he takes pride in developing strong relationships with staff and peers and his excellent operational and executive leadership skills achieve consistent business results.
A former lieutenant in the Canadian Navy, Dave has a bachelor of science in electrical engineering from the University of Calgary and a master of arts in leadership from Royal Roads University.


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7 Websites For Pixel Art Tutorials And Creative Inspiration
If you stare at a computer screen, then you know what pixels are all about. On the computer screen or even on mobile ones, you would have come across pixel art. Think icons and you will get what pixel art is all about. It was what we saw in the video games of old.
Now, graphics have evolved and a lot of it is 3D and more realistic. But pixel art lives on in the digital world as icons, in the real world as advertisement graphics, for hobbyists as a way to go retro and connect with the past.
The popularity of this form of art is also well illustrated by the range of online pixel art creators that help you create some cool pixel art drawings. We have covered some of them. What we haven't yet are some free tutorials and websites that show the joy one gets from these not-so-simple little graphics.
Pixel Joint
It's a pixel art community, an online gallery, resources, and as the site itself says – the world's most disreputable source for pixel art! The Hall of Fame and Weekly Showcases are where you should go to for the best examples. If you fancy your skills on a graphic editor, check out the Weekly Challenges. The site gives you a large dose of pixel art learning resources through tutorials and videos. Other links worth noting are those for news, games, free downloads, and of course, the large community of fans of this form of art.
Mark's Pixel Art Tutorial [No Longer Available]
A very simple site, but one that gives you the first instructions you are expecting on pixel art. If you are starting out, then the simple instructions on this site could be worth a look. The advantage is that you can go through the site in one sitting and then move ahead with more advanced tutorials elsewhere. The sore point is that the links section of the site contains a lot of dead ones, so you cannot jump to other sites from here.
If you want to learn how to paint pixel by pixel, then the brief resources listed here could be of help. The guide also includes links to other sites on pixel art, some of the ones we are covering here. The Microsoft Paint tutorials and the ones on editing icons and cursors are great help for beginners.
Pixelation [No Longer Available]
The pixel art forum and discussion board has quite a permanent presence in the community. You can ask for tips, post your work for feedback, and also search for jobs.
Pixel Museum [No Longer Available]
The pop-ups are the only things that will bother you, but once you enter the virtual museum of pixel art, expect to be wowed by the work of nearly 150 international top artists not only in pixel art, but also in digital art and photography. Wannabe pixel artists can visit the 'two floors' of the museum and check out the art works on display.
The work of three German pixel artists – Steffen Sauerteig, Svend Smital and Kai Vermehr, the site is a must visit if you are a pixel artist on the move. The landing page itself is colorful designed and is a showcase of their work and collection of reusable objects, posters, sketches, and toys. Some items though are for sale only.
This is a pixel art website that showcases the works of Totto Renna who is an artist, illustrator, graphic designer, and also a teacher. His work is detailed and colorful and all of them seem to be created on Photoshop. Some of his famous clients include Adidas, MTV, Rolling Stone, and Coca Cola.
This is definitely not the end of the list of great pixel art websites, but it is a fair sampling of the resources you can expect to find with a search. From basic tutorials to personal portfolio sites, there is no shortage of inspiration.
Some of the other must visits include:
Flickr – The Pixel Artists Pool
Are you inspired? Tell us if you have ever tried your hand at drawing with pixels.
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