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Within the ghost castle, such an awe-striking European style castle, was plenty of interior space. Except for some cabinets on the side, there were practically no obstacles in the space, making it a perfect venue as a ring for a duel.
When the countdown was over, Su Hao didn't make a single move. Instead, he carefully stared at Zhao Feng!
Model analysis, start!
A model of Zhao Feng was established. Numerous cards appeared floating around his body.
Su Hao glanced at him. There were two cards which he was extremely familiar with, basic fighting technique and police fighting technique. Since they didn't show a stage, it meant that Zhao Feng had fully grasped those two cards. Such an achievement would be extraordinary in a new batch, but as for repeaters, it was just a normal scene.
Besides those, there were two other cards. Origin ability cultivation method! Beginner origin ability transition technique!
His cultivation method had also been fully mastered, but his transition technique was just at beginner level.
"Origin ability transition technique, isn't this the technique used to enhance further cultivation method?" Su Hao was pleasantly surprised. "Seems like Zhao Feng didn't stay idle this year. He had opted for many good things."
If this was the case, he no longer had to reserve himself.
Card model, establish!
"Card selection completed…..beginner origin ability transition technique…..analysing model….model analysis failed……card model failed to establish!"
Su Hao's mind was in shock. He had completed the character model yet he failed in establishing the card model.
That was so frustrating. Su Hao finally came to understand why his model analysis failed. The establishment of the card model just now didn't collect any data at all.
Because here was….. a virtual fighting room!
Here, every character would be controlled perfectly despite being separated from the nervous system in the human body. But to analyse information, it was just an impossible feat.
If he wanted to establish a card model, he could only do so while looking at a real human body.
"Can't establish a card model, can only view his ability." Su Hao skimmed through the cards of Zhao Feng. At the corner, there was a grey card which caught his attention.
That was the origin ability of Zhao Feng – Penetration.
Su Hao quickly recalled back the information which he had came across in the textbook. It meant exactly what it was named, ignoring any defense! Based on the assessment from the Association of Origin Ability, this ability was only at grade B.
That was because at the early stage, the ability was a bit weak. At that stage, it only manage to neglect 10% of the foe's defensive effect. As the origin ability was enhanced, only then would the ability gradually start to show its true potential.
At the latter stage, when the ability reached its peak, it could even completely ignore any defense. Really terrifying, but compared to the freak element control ability, it would still pale in comparison.
Thus, despite it being terrifying, it was still a grade B ability.
As Zhao Feng noticed that Su Hao still wasn't making his move, he took the initiative to launch his attack. Su Hao's eyes flashed as he dashed sideway. The next moment the scene was filled with Zhao Feng on hot pursuit and Su Hao evading all the incoming attacks with his agility.
Never have a direct confrontation!
Countless times, when Zhao Feng managed to catch up with Su Hao, Su Hao quickly escaped from his palm when he didn't even have the time to launch his attack. As Su Hao had the advantage in physical fitness and fighting technique, it wouldn't be an easy task to catch Su Hao off guard.
The moment they faced each other, Su Hao would keep evading.
However, right now the new students were at a loss.
Why didn't Su Hao counterattack?
With his domineering 300 points in physical fitness and 310 points of fighting technique, without taking origin ability into account, he could easily surpress Zhao Feng!
But the reality was that this strange scene was happening right now in front of them.
Zhao Feng didn't use his origin ability and gave up his advantage. Recklessly confronting Su Hao, the new students right now didn't even have any clue of his ability. And Su Hao also followed his step by giving up his advantage in direct combat, and began to avoid every time.
In contrast to the new students, the repeaters were extremely clear on why Su Hao kept avoiding direct confrontation.
Perfect restraint!
Zhao Feng naturally wouldn't be that dim-witted to think that Su Hao obtaining first rank was just sheer luck. Every batch, the first ranked students were all abnormal freaks.
That was why almost every such challenge with a first ranked student ended up in failure.
And he dared to challenge so because he had identified that Su Hao's main advantage was his fighting technique.
Su Hao's advantage without doubt was his fighting skill!
And his advantage was his own origin ability which could restrain all fighting technique! With his ability to fully suppress the fighting technique, Su Hao could be considered to have absolute zero chance in winning this duel.
That really made the repeaters wonder how Su Hao found out about it?
Within the ghost castle.
Su Hao once again fled. The ghost castle was actually pretty huge, at least for two students to compete. Being unfamiliar with the castle, those two tried their best to avoid going sideways and only concentrated on the central area.
However, Su Hao was very clear that he couldn't keep doing so forever!
Any attack of Zhao Feng on his body would definitely be something difficult to bear.
In order to beat Zhao Feng, he must do so under the condition when any counterattack was impossible. But the current situation Su Hao was in really made it hard to create such a scenario to take advantage of.
The origin ability energy within his body, although it was worse than Zhao Feng, the difference wouldn't be much. Even when he was in a fight, he would never rely much on his origin ability energy. Besides the outburst during fighting point, there was really nothing else.
Model analysis during non-combat period gave him a lot of information and help. In contrast, while fighting, it didn't matter much whether it helped or not. Thus, he never considered saving his origin ability energy because the impact during battle wasn't much for him.
But in this virtual fighting room, the default energy for every character was a full tank.
As he once again evaded Zhao Feng's attack, Su Hao's mind suddenly moved. He finally thought of something which he could spend his energy on!
Model analysis, start!
The scene around him changed. Within his mind, a model was completely established. It was not Zhao Feng but….the ghost castle!
Yes, Su Hao had spent the energy to create a full model of the ghost castle within his mind!
The consumption of energy to build a temporary model was small but once the ghost castle was established, Su Hao's energy rapidly depleted like a waterfall.
Su Hao stayed stationary. In a short amount of time, he analysed the entire ghost castle model within his mind several times.
The ghost castle model within his mind rotated in various angles.
One moment enlarged, the next moment zoom out. It was as if it was a perfect 3D model.
Soon, Su Hao had become familiar with the whole mapping of the ghost castle, every corner, and every route. It felt like it was his own house.
The ghost castle model disappeared. Even if it was just a temporary model, such a huge model, the consumption without doubt was still terrifying.
Although the model had disappeared, Su Hao still acted indifferent.
Zhao Feng attacked again and Su Hao dodged. But this time, he no longer stayed in the same circle. Instead, he dashed into a corner. Kicking a chair towards Zhao Feng, he suddenly turned around and attacked.
All the spectators in front of their respective virtual screens had a shine in their eyes.
Using the terrain as a advantage to attack, Su Hao had such keen observation! As the chair flew over, Zhao Feng would have to face the chair and Su Hao's attack at the same time. He could only chose one!
With a punch, Zhao Feng destroyed the chair into pieces. His fist didn't stop and kept moving forward. He actually planned to deal two attacks at once with his one punch. At this time, the punch was already quite weak as he spent almost all the energy on confronting the chair. Once Su Hao seized the opportunity, he would be caught in a bad spot.
But….Su Hao once again evaded!
Yes, he could only evade!
He was extremely clear that Zhao Feng's punch was just a bait. With the attack which could penetrate his defense, he dare not to block!
Su Hao took a step backward. Escaping the attack from Zhao Feng, the distance between them didn't get closer. But it still made Su Hao, who wanted to keep escaping, have one less option.
One step back, more steps backward.
Su Hao could only pick one direction to escape. Su Hao at first wanted to use the terrain as his advantage to attack. Instead, Zhao Feng was the one getting all the benefits. He had really gotten himself into trouble.
Those old timer repeaters, none of them should ever be underestimated.
It seemed like the move he made just now had caused him to lose. Having nowhere else to escape, he could only kept retreating. Now, he had reached the end of the corner!
The end of corner!
He had nowhere else to escape!
After being in combat for more than ten minutes, both of them finally would have their very first direct confrontation.
"Let's see where are you going to escape!"
With his sinister laugh, Zhao Feng stared at Su Hao who was desperately looking around for an escape route and suddenly dashed forward to direct his fist.
As his fist was nearing the target, Su Hao, without a sign, gave a kick on the floor of the ghost castle. Pushing his figure up high, he lept over Zhao Feng.
With that leap of his, both of them instantly changed their position. Su Hao could once again continue his escape plan.
Everyone was in an uproar. He could even escape like that?
Su Hao really knew how to use the surrounding terrain so well.
Zhao Feng's fist only hit the empty air. He could only bitterly smile as he once again let that brat escape from his palm. It seemed that he had to chase Su Hao for some time again. However, outside of everyone's expectation, which made everyone's mind tighten, Su Hao didn't escape!
This time around, Su Hao didn't escape.
Su Hao ferociously rushed forward to kick Zhao Feng, who was exposing his back to Su Hao. Zhao Feng who was in shock, quickly turned his body around to resist.
Luckily he managed to smoothly block. He stepped backwards two steps to dissipate the incoming force. The kick didn't do much harm to him, but he was now the one who was forced into the end of the corner.
The confrontation just now had impressively changed the situation for both of them.


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This Voltron was made by a Korean toy company called Oscar Model. It's similar in size to the ST Popy Golion toy (imported to the USA as the Matchbox Voltron 3), but actually an entirely different toy. The wings are one piece molded onto the back, the sword is wrong, and the arms bend in from the sides, as most Korean robots do. For some reaosn, the feet fold down on this version.
It's not bad for a bootleg, but unless you are a Voltron or Golion completist, I'd say skip it.

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Pregnancy loss is the death of an unborn baby (fetus) at any time during pregnancy. Pregnancy loss may occur in as many as 1 in every 4 pregnancies. Most pregnancy losses happen during the first trimester. This is often so early that the mother doesn't even know she is pregnant. Pregnancy loss includes:
About half of early pregnancy losses are from problems with genes or chromosomes. But other things can also play a role. It is usually not caused by anything the mother did. Things that may play a role include:
When pregnancy loss happens 3 or more times, it is called recurrent pregnancy loss. It is often hard to find a cause for recurrent losses. Couples may need more testing.
Most pregnancy losses are single events. A woman with an early pregnancy loss without a known cause has a very good chance of a normal pregnancy in the future.
Some things can make a pregnancy loss more likely. They include:
Vaginal bleeding is the most common symptom of pregnancy loss. In later pregnancy, a woman with a stillborn may no longer feel fetal movements. But each type of loss has its own symptoms. Always see your healthcare provider for a diagnosis.
Your healthcare provider will review your health history and physical exam. Tests to diagnose pregnancy loss may include:
Sometimes the cause of a pregnancy loss can't be found with a single blood hCG test or a single ultrasound. You may need repeat testing to confirm the diagnosis.
Your healthcare provider will figure out the best treatment based on:
Once pregnancy loss occurs, the fetal tissues must be removed from the uterus to prevent further complications. How this is done depends on the week of pregnancy and the type of loss. In early pregnancy loss, your body may naturally get rid of all of the pregnancy tissues. Sometimes the healthcare provider may give you medicines to cause your body absorb the tissues or to get rid of them more quickly. Other times, you may need surgery to remove the tissues. Talk with your provider about the treatment that is best for you.
Counseling and support of the family are important. Your healthcare provider can help you find resources and support groups that can help after pregnancy loss.
Some pregnancy losses do not cause any problems. Others may be very serious and life threatening for the mother if not treated.
The most difficult part for most families is the emotional stress of the loss itself. Families often have a grief reaction to a loss. This reaction includes:
These are normal responses to loss. They may take months and sometimes years to work through.
Most of the time pregnancy loss cannot be prevented. Getting good prenatal care is always important.
Many grieving families have found the following to be helpful:
Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider:
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October. Now we're starting to talk real fall weather. And real fall coziness. Let's bake something that makes the whole house smell incredible; let's pluck amber-hued leaves from the sidewalk; let's get lost in the woods with friends. Here's what we're listening to while we're falling for fall:
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Ground control to Major Tom…
Though frequently enjoyed alone, in the dark, with headphones, David Bowie's transformational concept album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars may actually best be enjoyed in the dark… and on the big screen, with even bigger sound.
Released theatrically in 1973 and recently remastered, this high-def version of the ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS concert film is supplied directly from the family of director D.A. Pennebaker (DON'T LOOK BACK, MONTEREY POP) and is, quite simply, the best this notoriously murky concert film has ever looked. Shot on July 3, 1973 at London's Hammersmith Odeon Theatre, the film is framed by a smattering of behind-the-scenes footage, including Bowie's costume transformation. The bulk of the film is the concert itself, notable as the final time that the iconic singer would perform under the Ziggy Stardust persona – an announcement that caught the audience and most of his band members completely by surprise and led many fans to mistakenly believe Bowie was retiring from the music biz altogether.
Featuring wall-to-wall classics like "Ziggy Stardust," "All The Young Dudes," "Rock N' Roll Suicide," "Moonage Daydream," "Changes," and "Space Oddity" (as well as a cover of the Velvet Underground's "White Light/White Heat"), the camera rarely veers from the hypnotic androgynous space chameleon that Bowie personified circa 1973. Though a shortened version of the film was broadcast on television in 1974, the film did not receive a full theatrical release until 1983.
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Doors 6:30 pm | Movie 7:00 pm
Single tickets $13 in advance HERE | $13 at the door
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**Groupons and passes OK! Please redeem at the door.
ZIGGY STARDUST AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS (D.A. Pennebaker, 1973 / 90 mins / PG) Documentary from David Bowie's concert at the Hammersmith Odeon in London on 3 July 1973, when he performed as alter ego "Ziggy Stardust" for the very last time.


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A one-legged man is still on the run after escaping from a court.
Michael Hill of Ferrymead Avenue, Greenford, broke free from three prison escort officers in the back yard of Ealing Magistrates Court, in Green Man Lane, where he had appeared charged with burglary.
The 28-year-old even gave a police helicopter and dogs the slip, disappearing into the night at about 4pm yesterday (20).
Officers raided a number of homes associated with him, including a flat in the Green Man Estate, but came up empty-handed.
A witness said: "I was surprised to hear he only had one leg because he was running at some speed chased by two prison officers.
"He ran into the Singapore Road car park towards the Green Man Estate, in West Ealing, chased by two prison escort officers.
"Then about two police vans and three police cars turned up and joined in."


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the hope pavilion
When Elizabeth reached out to me to be her wedding and engagement photographer, I was super honored. I met Elizabeth through a mutual friend a few years back, so we were already acquainted. When I sat down with Chris during our meeting to discuss the photography, I knew right away that these two love birds were destined for each other.
They had their lovely wedding at the Hope Pavilion in Ponte Vedra Beach. Originally, the wedding was intended to be outside next to the pavilion but due to rain, the ceremony was moved under the pavilion. Luckily—with the rain—It could not have been a more beautiful spot.
Special Thanks to all the Vendors
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HAIR | Jessica Riesett
MAKEUP | Kendra Nelson Chaney
It was a pleasure working alongside you. If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at email@example.com.


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The I-1 is the first new camera system in over 20 years for the original instant format. It's an easy to use point and shoot instant camera, with a variety of unique and innovative features designed to take your photography further. Works with Impossible I-type and 600 type film. The I-1's uniquely designed ring flash provides a diffused light that's perfect for portraits. You can also connect your iPhone with the camera to experiment with creative tools like light painting, double exposure and more. This is the only instant camera that lets you take full photographic control of aperture and shutter speed, using the I-1 App's manual mode. The I-1 is analog instant photography reinvented for the digital age.
The I-1's advanced ring flash adapts to your environment, capturing your subject in the right light no matter where you shoot.
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2017 Christmas Weekly YouTube Video Collaboration
Do you love everything about Christmas? Are you blogger, vlogger, or want to try vlogging? Share your love of Christmas by joining in with our weekly video collaboration on Christmas Magic YouTube Channel. Every Monday there will be a NEW collaboration video with a new Christmas topic as we countdown to Christmas Day 2017!
No formal vlogging training required! Just film yourself on camera or mobile phone (landscape please) answering one or multiple of the questions below!
- 20 collaborator spaces available each week so film your favourite topics first or asap
- Please film a quick introduction at the start of video with your Name, Blog Title, or YouTube Channel information
- Please keep answer to each question no longer than 90 seconds
- Deadline for video clips submission is midnight on Wednesday before video goes "live" on Monday
- Answer 1 questions per video or why not film a month or two of answers (no editing required)
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The four kittens born at Cats Protection's Bridgend Adoption Centre in March are turning into little bundles of energy and love playing with their siblings and toys.
They spend a lot of time play-fighting and pouncing on each other, which is helping them learn boundaries and develop their hunting skills, and weaning is going well. They particularly enjoy munching on kitten food and have also started eating kitten biscuits too.
|The kittens are gradually being weaned off their mother's milk
When they're awake, their individual personalities are continuing to develop with Daffodil and Dewi proving to be particularly confident. They are always up to mischief and are very playful – Daffodil's favourite toy is Daisy's tail! Emma and Eira are quieter and more reserved, but they are growing in confidence every day and learning a trick or two from their siblings.
|The kittens are quickly developing their own personalities
Mum Daisy also had a visit to the vet and has been given her second vaccination protecting her from cat flu, enteritis and feline leukaemia for a year. The kittens will get their own vaccinations when they are eight to nine weeks old, as this is when the protection from their mother's milk fades, leaving them vulnerable to disease.
Daisy is enjoying her regular breaks away from her kittens, giving her a chance to rest and recharge, and particularly enjoys a fuss and ear scratch from the centre's volunteers and staff.
|Daisy and her kittens have had their latest health check up
Alternatively, if you would like to make a one-off contribution to Daisy's care, you can donate via Bridgend Adoption Centre's Just Giving page.
Although the arrival of kittens is exciting, giving birth can be incredibly stressful for a cat and the kittens would need to find new homes, so we recommend getting them neutered from four months old. There are already thousands of cats waiting to find loving homes across the UK, so neutering is the most effective way to reduce the number of unwanted cats coming into our care. To find out more about the importance of neutering, visit the Cats Protection website.


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made this for a friend who wanted a tall necklace armoir, hope she likes it i used cherry and tiger maple i realy hate humidity! finshed with tung oil and Brei wax. used old square nails to hold her necklaces and the drawer is for any thing she wants. its about 24high12wide7deep. the only screws i used were for the hinges and the rails that are holding the nails, i love them dove tails. any sugestions and or coments welcome
-- the journy of a thousand miles begins with a single step " Lou-Tzu"
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#1 posted 09-13-2009 06:12 AM
I like the combination of wood. very pretty. I'm sure she'll like it.
-- Adventure? Heh! Excitement? Heh! A Woodworker craves not these things!
#2 posted 09-13-2009 06:17 AM
It came out gerat.
What a wonderful gift!
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#3 posted 09-13-2009 07:27 AM
Fantastic! The square nails are a nice touch. The wood and craftsmanship are exelent.
Keep it up.
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#4 posted 09-13-2009 07:38 AM
thanks for praise i have to figure a better way to upload them photos!
-- the journy of a thousand miles begins with a single step " Lou-Tzu"
#5 posted 09-13-2009 03:33 PM
You need to watch the size of those photos. Nice looking box.
-- Julian, Homewood, IL
#6 posted 09-13-2009 04:31 PM
#7 posted 09-13-2009 05:18 PM
good job, that maple really pops,
-- Randy I have the right to remain silent, just not the ability ; )
#8 posted 09-21-2009 11:29 PM
I love the concept. I can't really see the detail but I've seen your other work so I'm sure it is just as beautiful as I image it to be.
-- Jerry Boshear, Professional Kitchen Designer, amature woodworker.
#9 posted 09-25-2009 04:07 PM
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|Phi Phi island has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand. With establish landscape lush gardens in the Island and various natural attractions. Andaman Legacy Resort presents a variety of choices for relaxing, peaceful, privacy and fun. Equally you can impressive the water sport and beach activities during day time, dining and evening entertainments.
|Budget Room with Air conditioning
|Standard Room - Upper Level Backside /
Standard Room - Upper Level Front side
|Superior room - Ground floor Backside/
Superior Room - Upper Level Mountain View/
Superior Room Garden View
|Air conditioning Bungalow
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Family Suite Room
The Legacy Bar & Restaurant: with indoor and outdoor seating
serving full breakfast and traditional Thai A la carte plus international dishes and seafood barbecue.
All dishes are prepared by fresh ingredients for satisfy every taste and mood.
The Legacy Sunset Bar: is located on the top roof of the hotel building; guest can imagine the sweeping view of the Andaman Sea and fulfill your memory with gentle breezes at sunset time.
For your perfect leisure, P.P. Andaman Legacy offers a wide selection of facilities and recreations for travelers of all ages
to maximize level of comfort featuring Internet center for business executives to update latest news during the pleasant stay.
For entertainment lovers, P.P. Andaman Legacy offers enjoyable beach-like party and hi-light activities at night time.
Moreover, we also provide the Thai style elegant meeting rooms and private party venue for group seminar with full amenities.
Swimming Pool: The clean & clear Pool at the resort Refreshment with clean & clear water among the exotic garden, it is waiting for you to swim or lie down on the edge to enjoy sun-bath, perhaps you would to invigorate yourself by delighted drink from the Pool Bar.
Internet Services: Internet Access The Wi-Fi Zones are provided as well at the internet center and guests can share their wonderful experiences to friends and family on time.
Meeting Room: Meeting Room The 30 seats of P.P. Legacy meeting room for a group who wish to go through negotiate business, seminar, and private party as well own spacious top roof for event and special activities.
Located on the Ton Sai Bay, Phi Phi Don Island and it takes only 7 - 10 minutes by walk along the beach from the pier
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If the idea of pan Asian fills you with fear, you're not alone. I dined here with a little trepidation, but I can now happily assure you that the South East Asian dishes of Chef Danh Cao (ex-Blue Ginger) are, for the most part, bang on the money. From a punchy bowl of succulent Braised Prawns with Chilli, Pumpkin, Lemongrass and Coconut Milk ($18.50)...
...to creamy, coconut-rich Malay Chicken Rendang ($14.50), there's a lot to like.
The Thai Braised Pork Belly with Green Papaya Salad ($12.00) is gentle, winning me over with sticky, pork chunks balanced by fresh mint and coriander.
A French-Vietnamese Bo Luc Lac ($16.50) is notable for tender, good quality beef.
I did wish that the diversity of cuisines had resulted in a more exciting list of starters; but there was nothing actively wrong with the Steamed Pork, Shiitake Mushroom and Water Chestnut Dumplings ($9.50) I tried. So now I'm a convert; and a little perplexed as to why the good folk of Marrickville haven't flocked to this brightly coloured restaurant on Illawarra Road in the nine months since Kim Nguyen and her husband opened it. The prices are low, the room's nicely decorated, it's BYO ($3/person) and you can park close by. Reservations not required - yet.
393 Illawarra Road, Marrickville
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21-Day Arm Challenge
Sculpt and Strengthen Your Arms With This 3-Week Challenge
Sculpt and Strengthen Your Arms With This 3-Week Challenge
Everyone has their own reasons for wanting strong, defined arms; we're here to help. After following this 21-day arm plan, not only will your arms look toned — you'll also be stronger. First thing's first: don't worry if you've never lifted a dumbbell in your life. This arm challenge was designed with everyone in mind — whether it's your first time working out or you're at the gym on a daily basis.
Getting started: The challenge consists of five basic exercises that help to target all the areas of your arms. Over the course of the challenge, you will increase the number of reps you're doing of each exercise, eventually working up to three sets of 15 reps for each exercise.
Below is an explanation of how to do each of the five exercises, followed by the plan itself. Choosing the appropriate size weight is key here — you want one that fatigues your muscles by the end of the three sets. If the challenge ever feels too easy, that's your cue to increase the weight of the dumbbells (and if you find you are fatiguing too early, decrease the weight amount). Beginners should start the plan with two kilo weights, and for you more-experienced lifters, make this challenge work for you by grabbing a heavier set.


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Whilst digging through Instagram, we stumbled across Mathilde Gøhler. Born in Denmark, the 21 year old's 165k Instagram followers wait with bated breath for her to post. We witnessed a selfie hit 15k likes within 2 hours of posting. Enough of this, scroll on.
Quick Notes on Mathilde Goehler
Description: A Dutch model who is best known for her magazine appearances and her sizable social media presence. She has earned over 850,000 followers on Instagram.


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Another week to look at a horrible week of DVD releases.
Well, I already have the Green Hornet. I still don't have the Mechanic with Jason Statham. I have the original with Charles Bronson that I just love. Did anyone see the one with Jason Statham?
Dont understand the hate for The Green Hornet. It is a really good film if you pay attention to it. Its funny and its action is interesting.
The best part is the film aspects you pick up watching it a second time are phenomenal. How they did the fight scenes, how the entire story plays out before you even know it, the settle clues throughout the film....its awesome. I would love to create a movie like that.
I totally agree with Soldierone. That's what I did. I went to see it twice and you do notice things you miss the first time around. I bought the DVD this week and plan on watching it at home tonight just because it's a fun movie to watch.


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Thessaloniki, Greece | 13th and 14th of December 2018
Yow – Youth of the World, the transformative Power of Global Education Project Nº. 2017-1-IT03-KA205-010978
The final transnational meeting, that took place on the 13th and 14th of December 2018, in Thessaloniki, Greece, was fundamental to close project activities and management issues. Moreover it was the occasion to present evaluation and dissemination results, as well as the final multiplier event. It was also the moment to complete the decision about sustainability and exploitation of Youth of the world.
The project involved partners from different cultural backgrounds with different expertise and experience levels. Nevertheless they were all engaged in a collaborative activity in the project framework. Irrespective of the differences we had a common goal: to deliver a successful project.
Youth of the World put together carefully a unique and strategic cross sector and transnational strategic partnership in order to support the development, transfer and implementation of innovative practices in the field of youth at local, national (Italy, Greece, Bulgaria, Portugal, Ireland) and European levels. The project not only created a paradigm of youth-led/ user-led models of training and education but also helped to achieve the Erasmus + equality educational objectives. The main result was the Tools Kit for youth workers, etc., on how to use Global Education Prospective in their daily activities. Given the message, the open access platform, the multiplier events targeting Europe regionally, the dissemination waves to different levels and locations in different formats – there is a realistic hope that the project will be capable to influence the citizens and bring the EU policy on active participation of young people in society and environment issues closer to them.


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Colored cork flooring – Tasmanian Burl 1/4″(6mm) Cork Tiles
Special Materials Required: Glue down flooring tiles require the use of Wakol D3540 cork adhesive and enough Loba 2K polyurethane to achieve two (2) coats of finish.
Must Read Glue Down Cork tiles
Cork has been used for flooring for over a century, bringing with it the textured look of hardwood, the soft give of carpet, and the easy maintenance of vinyl. Throw in that cork is one of the most environmentally friendly flooring options on the market today and you've got a flooring material worth more than its weight in gold.
Tasmanian Burl glue down tiles are a darker richer browns that incorporate the depth of coffee with the smooth of caramel. Swirls of coffee swim among a softer toffee tone to create lovely eddies, mimicking the movement of water. Interspersed among these eddies are random cuts and divots that give Tasmanian Burl it visual dimensions. Tasmanian Burl glue down flooring will bring a rustic, almost smoky, appeal to your floor. A perfect addition to any den.
Our 6mm cork glue down tiles comes as 1/4 in x 12 in x 24 in—shaped planks, a square-edged design that will install seamlessly, allowing your floor to appear as a single large finished unit. For best results we recommend that our Tasmanian Burl glue down tiles be installed on a plywood subfloor that is clean and level or on 'At or above grade' concrete floors, (Please refer to our section on 'Cork Tiles Installation Instructions' for details and tips).
This also makes our cork tiles/planks one of the best sound and thermal insulators. A sheet ranging from 3mm to 12mm in thickness can mute sound by 10-40 decibels. Each Tasmanian Burl glue down tile is prefinished with 3 coats of European grade water-based polyurethane, and are ideal for areas such as the kitchen. Packaged at 11 tiles/planks per package, and a total of 3 packages per a carton, each carton can cover a total of 66 square feet.
Want a flooring option that will have friends and neighbors talking? Look to our colored cork flooring, one of the best flooring options on the market today. Better technology and classier innovation has elevated the manufacturing of cork floors. Now a major contender as a 21st century building material, cork has become easier to obtain than ever on the home construction scene.
And that is not all cork brings to the table. A natural insect repellent cork also has a well respected record of being a wonderful insulator and sound barrier. Cork flooring is warm under foot and insulates heat and cold. This is from cork's unique cellular structure, with its millions of cells trapping a gaseous substance, that provides a unique elastic structure that not only feels comfortable and cushioned but is durable and resilient.
If you are plagued with allergies, take cork under strong consideration. Due to the presence of a naturally occurring substance called suberin, cork is naturally resistant to deterioration and water damage, prevents the cultivation of mold and mildew, and keeps away bugs and dust mites.
Take on our Tasmanian Burl colored cork flooring today. This eco-friendly and sustainable flooring option will bring the wow factor into your home, turning on the compliments and may quite well inspire others to follow in your footsteps.
- Installation: Glue-down
- Applications: At or Above Grade; Bathrooms; Walls; Ceilings
- Edge Profile: Square Edge cork tiles
- Finish: 3 Coats of European Grade Water Based Polyurethane
- Material: 100% Cork
- Dimensions: ¼" x 12" x 24"
- Coverage per Package: 22 sf
- Tiles per package: 11
- Packages per carton: 3
- Coverage per carton: 66 sf
- Carton weight: 42 lbs
- Density: >500 kg/m3
- Made in Portugal
- 10-Year Residential Wear Warranty, and a Lifetime Structural and
Joint Integrity Warranty
- DIBT Cork Certificate
- CE Declaration of Conformity
- VOC and Formaldehyde test report
- Very comfortable flooring for a bathroom and kitchen flooring
- Water resistant – perfect for a bathroom
- Made with formaldehyde free adhesives. The best flooring options for allergy sufferers
- One of the best insulation products to reduces both noise and vibrations
- Cork´s elasticity protects against and relieves strain on your feet, legs, joints and back
- Natural insulation properties that can help reduce heating costs in the winter and AC costs in the hot months
- A natural resistant to pests, mold and mildew and
- Hypo-allergenic
- Healthy alternative to carpet
- Low slip flooring
- Easy maintenance: Sweep/vacuum and damp clean with pH neutral hardwood floor cleaner


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Android 4.3 Will Add Support for 4K Displays
Deep dives into the Android 4.3 software that Google released this week, point to built-in support for 4K displays.
According to Android Police, the Android 4.3 update includes code and references for XXXHDPI. XXXHDPI support allows the operating system and applications to include layouts and assets for displays with pixel densities that are higher than 1080p.
Most high-end Android phones, like the HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4, include 1080p displays, so in theory this would be a pretty big update in video and display quality from even those devices. That being said, comments made by an Android engineer indicate that the feature might not actually be intended for smartphones.
"Standard quantized DPI for extra-extra-extra-high-density screens. Applications should not generally worry about this density; relying on XHIGH graphics being scaled up to it should be sufficient for almost all cases. A typical use of this density would be 4K television screens — 3840×2160, which is 2x a traditional HD 1920×1080 screen which runs at DENSITY_XHIGH."
Even if it isn't intended for smartphones, we can't imagine that an enterprising Android device manufacturer might not add a display with 4K resolution to one of their devices at some point. For example, Sony has already begin using some of the display technology that it includes in its 4K television sets in its mobile phones.
Read: Sony Bringing Triluminos Display Tech From 4k UHD TV to Xperia Phones
Android Police also found that Android 4.3 also includes a new App Ops feature that gives users more direct control over what is running on their device at any given time. Using App Ops, users can find what applications are causing trouble and deal with them accordingly. Unfortunately, it seems that the feature isn't ready for prime time yet, which is why it's hidden in the release.
Read: Android 4.3 Details and Release Date Revealed
Android 4.3 also includes support for 1080p high-definition video streaming, restricted user accounts for those who like to share their devices with other family members and Bluetooth Smart/Bluetooth 4.0 compatibility.
Support for the new Bluetooth wireless standards mean that Android devices will be able to communicate with smart watches and other devices without a great deal of battery drain.
Android 4.3 began rolling out to Google Nexus devices this week. The update will go out to devices like the HTC One, Samsung Galaxy S4, Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 2 over time.
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Press release from the issuing company
Louisville, Colo. – Global Imaging has announced the promotion of Leslie Herrmann from Workflow Studio Production Manager to Technical Services Manager.
"During her four years with Global Imaging, Leslie has shown an enormous amount of initiative managing the people, demonstration equipment, quality of production and the costs of running the Workflow Studio. Leslie has exceptional organizational skills and technical comprehension. Running the technical division is extremely demanding and we felt she was the perfect person to put in charge of this customer facing department," said Tara Lamb, president of Global Imaging.
In Ms. Herrmann's previous position as Workflow Studio Manager, she was responsible for all equipment maintenance, sample production, conducting customer demonstrations, managing inventory and production personnel, and supporting onsite sales.
Global Imaging's Workflow Studio, a state-of-the-art demonstration facility that houses a variety of grand format printing equipment, cutters and software, is the only place in the US where members of the print industry can see a full grand format workflow in action and find the ideal solutions to optimize their business. A recent attendee of our VIP event at the Workflow Studio describes the experience as impressively in depth: "I came to learn general info about Global Imaging, dye sublimation, and Caldera, but left with a wealth of info on the industry and a depth of understanding of the products I did not expect."
One of Ms. Herrmann's most important roles in her new position will be working closely with customers to anticipate and meet their evolving needs. She will lead the expert technical team and be responsible for the ongoing modernization of Global's support procedures, and ensure her team is technically trained to provide the most efficient installations and effective technical support for Global's entire portfolio of wide and grand format equipment.
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Each year, the Swank Table dinner series by Swank Specialty Produce brings together some of South Florida's top chefs for unforgettable meals on the namesake farm. This season kicked off with an Argentine BBQ dubbed "Gauchos Asados," which featured delicious fare from the likes of Miami Smokers, The Sugar Factory, Batch Gastropub, Red Splendor and Hilton Hotel West Palm Beach.
Leynia at Delano South Beach: Meet Meat Heaven
When we think of Argentine cuisine, the first thing that comes to mind is amazing meat. And that's the first thing that should come to mind at Delano South Beach's latest restaurant, Leynia. The Argentinean grill serves up an incredible array of carnes that you'll be thinking about long after you take your last bite.
But this isn't your traditional Argentine fare: The restaurant also infuses Asian influences throughout the menu. The result? One of our favorite meals of 2017.
Novecento Celebrates 25 Years with a Kitchen Takeover
This year marks Novecento's 25th anniversary, and the restaurant has been hosting many fun events to celebrate this milestone. One of these events was a a kitchen takeover at the restaurant's Brickell location with renowned Chef Sebastian La Rocca, culinary director for Enjoy Group of Costa Rica. Chef La Rocca oversees all restaurants and hotels in the group, which includes Bacchus, L'ile de France and Terruño.
For one night only at the Brickell outpost, guests could enjoy a six-course menu developed by Chef La Rocca and inspired by Argentina. We were fortunate to experience the extensive menu for ourselves along with fellow foodies and friends. Here's what he had throughout the evening.


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Ramona's first teenage birthday party didn't get off to the best start but even teens can show some 'awww' moments on screen and in real life. In this case, her friends brings cupcakes to her room with lit candles and say that they're there for her and not the party. Cute, right?
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|30 mins
|Cook Time
|30 mins
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 cups hot water
- 3/4 cup Oil
- 2 tbsp Vinegar
- 1 tbsp instant coffee
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp instant coffee
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Begin by putting the oven on preheat at 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl take flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt.
- Mix till combined.
- Now in another bowl, mix water, oil, vinegar, instant coffee and vanilla.
- Once combined, add to the flour mixture and make a batter by stirring.
- Line the moulds and fill 3/4th with batter.
- Bake for 15 minutes or till done.
- Make the frosting by heating butter and adding sugar, cocoa, and salt.
- Mix this and in a bowl, stir heavy cream, sour cream, and instant coffee.
- Now add this mixture to the pan till the sugar has dissolved.
- Cool it down and once the cupcakes are at the room temperature, frost them with the icing.
- Refrigerate till you have to serve.


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Can You Use White Baseboards with Hardwood Floors?
Color is part of the decorative aspect of baseboards. Many manufacturers prime various styles of baseboards for painting, and you may paint them any color you want. White baseboards provide a clean contrast to hardwood floors, but the baseboards could be painted red, blue or even hot pink.
Baseboards' type and style are additional considerations.
Matching wood baseboards' color to the color of their room's hardwood flooring is an option, but you may want baseboards that visually separate the floor from the walls. Baseboards are available in materials other than wood and in various colors. Plastic baseboards are typically white, and they are flexible and durable. Compared to their wood counterparts, plastic baseboards are easier to install on uneven walls. Wood composite baseboards usually are sold primed for painting and can be painted any color. They are less prone to cracking than natural wood baseboards and are lighter, making them easier to handle.
White is a common baseboard color for rooms with flooring that is wood, carpet, ceramic tile or stone tile. Some manufacturers produce white baseboards. Buying primed baseboards and painting them yourself, however, can save money. You could throw convention out the window and paint baseboards green, black or polka-dot. Natural wood baseboards can be finished in any color to blend with wood floors. Stain or paint some test boards to achieve the desired finish before you complete the entire project.
Style is personal, of course, but some guidelines simplify baseboard selection. Ornate, carved baseboards may not work in a modern-style home. Likewise, a simple baseboard with clean lines can look out of place in a traditionally styled home. Size is also a factor. Baseboards can be thin, thick, tall or short. Consider the size of your home relative to the height and thickness of baseboards.
Quarter Rounds
Quarter rounds are recommended for wood flooring. They are rounded pieces of trim measuring about three-quarter inch by three-quarter inch. Wood flooring isn't always perfectly smooth, and walls aren't always perfectly straight. Installing quarter round trim on flooring in front of baseboards helps to cover gaps between the baseboards and the flooring. Quarter round can be stained or painted to match the floor or baseboards.


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As a quality leader in the printing industry for years, INX facilities throughout North America and Europe carry ISO Certifications and include North America's first ink plant to receive ISO 14001 Certification.
INX Quality is a nonstop process that begins with defining processes and specific procedures to be followed at every step, from our selection of raw materials through production and delivery of inks to you. It comes full-circle via a Customer Report System that documents feedback, supplier questionnaires and ensures corrective actions if needed, with steps to further verify their effectiveness.
Our Senior Management Quality Council monitors system effectiveness in all INX facilities. There is an ISO representative at each certified site and, within each facility, a core group of department representatives (Quality Council) meets regularly.
INX Total Productive Management (TPM) systems and programs continually advance product quality and environmental initiatives, and address new customer issues as they occur.
Our commitment to Quality has evolved to Continuous Improvement throughout the entire INX organization.


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CNN has identified the creator of that wrestling meme. You know the one – the edited video clip of Donald Trump's performance at a WWE event in 2007, with a CNN logo superimposed over the head of his opponent to create the effect of Trump beating up a network he calls "fake news."
CNN said it decided to withhold the meme maker's name, however, "because he is a private citizen who has issued an extensive statement of apology, showed his remorse by saying he has taken down all his offending posts, and because he said he is not going to repeat this ugly behavior on social media again."
Tweet: Some journalists have argued that CNN let the man off easy and should have published his name, a view articulated with a touch of humor by the New York Times's Andrew Das.
CNN's kids must get away with murder.
– Andrew Das (@AndrewDasNYT) July 5, 2017
Others have fixated on the line in CNN's report that followed its description of the man's promise to mend his social media ways: "CNN reserves the right to publish his identity should any of that change."
Tweet: The sentence spawned the trending Twitter hashtag #CNNBlackmail and should never have been in the story, according to the Wall Street Journal's James Taranto.
A savvy editor would have cut the "CNN reserves the right…" line.
– James Taranto (@jamestaranto) July 5, 2017
Thus, CNN managed to simultaneously draw accusations of going soft and issuing a threat. Basically, everyone is unhappy with the network for one reason or the other.
Online, the crowd charging CNN with blackmail is the louder of the two factions (hence the hashtag) and is pushing legitimate criticism into the genre of outrage fiction. One popular claim, advanced by Donald Trump Jr., is that the meme maker tracked down by CNN is a 15-year-old kid. That is false, according to Andrew Kaczynski, the CNN reporter who identified the man, a Reddit user.
Another popular claim is that CNN threatened to "doxx" the man. That, too, is false. Doxxing involves publication of information such as a mailing address, phone number or email address that is designed to facilitate acts of intimidation. Simply publishing a person's name in a news report, if CNN were to do so, would not qualify as doxxing.
CNN on Wednesday issued a statement in response to criticism of its report: "CNN decided not to publish the name of the Reddit user out of concern for his safety. Any assertion that the network blackmailed or coerced him is false. The user, who is an adult male, not a 15-year-old boy, apologized and deleted his account before ever speaking with our reporter. CNN never made any deal, of any kind, with the user. In fact, CNN included its decision to withhold the user's identity in an effort to be completely transparent that there was no deal."
Earlier, Kaczynski responded on Twitter, writing that "to say we threatened anyone is a total lie" and that the line about reserving the right to publish the meme maker's name "is being misinterpreted."
"It was intended only to mean we made no agreement w/the man about his identity," Kaczynski tweeted.
Whatever the intent, the ominous wording did carry an implied threat: Keep your word to clean up your act, or we will out you.
Tracking down the user was certainly a worthwhile endeavor. As The Washington Post's Avi Selk reported Sunday, the user has displayed a history of online bigotry that should have raised a red flag at the White House before the president tweeted the wrestling clip.
Suppose the user had turned out to hold a leadership position in a known hate group or had been a political operative hiding behind a screen name. His identity surely would have been newsworthy under one of those scenarios.
Instead, it appears, the user is just some random dude. CNN elected to spare him public ridicule – but not the lingering possibility that his name could be published in the future.
By straddling the fence, granting clemency with conditions, the network invited criticism from both sides.
(c) 2017, The Washington Post · Callum Borchers


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User:Protnet/Frontend for Vector skin CSS customizations
Frontend for Vector skin CSS customizations[edit]
- Public URL
- https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/User:Protnet/Frontend_for_Vector_skin_CSS_customizations
- Bugzilla report
- bug 62899
- Announcement
- http://lists.wikimedia.org/pipermail/wikitech-l/2014-March/075399.html
Name and contact information[edit]
- Name
- Ioannis Protonotarios
- email@example.com
- IRC or IM networks/handle(s)
- protnet on irc.freenode.net
- Web Page / Blog / Microblog / Portfolio
- My business website (Greek): http://office.protonotarios.eu
My personal blog-like wiki (Greek/English): http://meta.protonotarios.eu
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Typical working hours
- 8:00-15:00 (till mid-June), 9:00-13:00 & 18:00-24:00 (July, August) (EET)
Appearance is most important for any site. Unfortunately, while MediaWiki is very advanced in functionality it lacks flexibility in terms of appearance. Vector skin is great, no doubt about it, but it seems there is no other alternative. Almost all wikis in the world look like Wikipedia. Of course one can apply their own CSS and customize the site's layout or even create their own skin in PHP but both solutions demand a lot of knowledge and effort and in the end nobody really does so except maybe for some big commercial sites.
My proposal is the creation of a frontend that will help users with little or no experience at all to easily produce all the CSS needed to change their wiki's layout.
Vector skin is now a mature skin and along with its many enhancements is by far the default, if not the only choice for modern wikis.
Therefore, the creation of a new skin, besides the fact that is a difficult process for anyone, will only take them back to the start and also miss all the fancy and functional enhancements Vector has. Instead, one with lots of CSS knowledge, can manipulate the styling of Vector skin and make a wiki "template" out of it that may resemble nothing to the original skin but be closer to a Wordpress or a Joomla template. With CSS it's easy to hide unnecessary components such as menus, tabs, logos etc, or move them to othes positions or even tranform them to some other component type (for example tabs can be transformed to a drop down menu).
The idea of using CSS is the wiki way because:
- CSS is stored on a wiki page,
- and thus can be accessible by any (i.e. manipulations can be transparent and easily reused to other wikis).
- Registered users can create or use their own template by using their personal CSS page.
- Different user groups can have different templates via the user groups CSS pages.
An example of the latter can be found in my personal blog-like wiki. For this particular site I wanted to make a template where visitors would see no tabs, or menus, and on the other hand, wiki admins would see the full wiki page components and be able to edit and navigate to special pages. This was done by adding some hide commands to page MediaWiki:Common.css and undoing them in MediaWiki:Group-sysop.css.
|visitor's view
|admin's view
Part of the problem is that Vector skin lacks a proper map of the positions of all its components, like the ones can easily be found in Joomla templates. See for example, the latest Joomla 3 Protostar template map. In our case the Vector skin map should be more detailed with a complete list of all the CSS classes and subclasses and their default values employed by the original skin.
Having the map is a good start to begin customizing the layout but one should be an expert in CSS to make something worthy.
The idea is to create a frontend that would do the job instead.
The frontend itself could be:
- a standalone program,
- a standalone web page, or
- a MediaWiki extension
The frontend inteface could be either:
- Text, or
- Graphical
How it works[edit]
The user, using either text or graphical interface, after making the desired changes has the option to preview the new layout on their wiki.
If the user has finished editing the layout can then save the changes. What the program does then is that it creates the desired CSS code and appends it to the appropriate CSS pages of the wiki, depending on the user selection and rights. For instance, if the user is an admin, they have the option to apply the new layout to the whole wiki, or to a specific user group or just for this user.
So the whole idea is that the program creates the code for you.
In many ways it resembles the way that all those free online CSS3 generators work (like for example this one). The main difference is that it also applies the changes with a single click.
More than just layout[edit]
Having an interface that creates CSS code, it's easy then to add more features. So, via the frontend the user also has the ability to:
- Change the wiki's font using Google or other web fonts
Note on fonts: Due to MediaWiki's security restrictions it's not possible to load a font from a different site, i.e. google.com via the CSS pages. Therefore fonts must have been uploaded locally.
- Change colors of
- text
- backrounds (site, content etc)
- lines
- Enchance titles and boxes with CSS3 effects (shadow, curvy rectangles etc)
- Apply images to backrounds
A step further would be to be able to create new classes for various other elements such as tables, divs etc.
Example 1[edit]
The text interface will look as follows but with many more settings, arranged in sections.
In this example we see the section where one can change article titles attributes.
User types the desired values in assorted text boxes.
In this example a GUI will look pretty much the same for those settings but will have many improvents in functionality. In some cases they'll have the ability to select instead of typing. For instance, one can click on color button next to color text box and a JS color picker appears. Or other clicks may lead to open a drop down list. For instance, Google font name may be selected from a list of all fonts installed instead of typed in.
A GUI may also have an instant preview of the result that this particular settings have. For example, this section (Article titles) may have a preview of just the title. Other sections may have their own previews.
In either text or graphical interface user then presses Preview to preview changes in their actual site and if satisfied presses Apply to make changes permanent.
In this example what the frontend does is that it appends the following code to page MediaWiki:Vector.css:
/* Code added by extension X */
@font-face {
font-family: "Ubuntu";
font-style: normal;
font-weight: 400;
src: local("Ubuntu"), url("../fonts/Ubuntu.woff") format("woff");
h1 {
font-family: Ubuntu, sans-serif;
color: white;
font-size: 250% !important;
text-shadow: 0 1px 0 #ccc,
0 2px 0 #c9c9c9,
0 3px 0 #bbb,
0 4px 0 #b9b9b9,
0 5px 0 #aaa,
0 6px 1px rgba(0,0,0,.1),
0 0 5px rgba(0,0,0,.1),
0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3),
0 3px 5px rgba(0,0,0,.2),
0 5px 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25),
0 10px 10px rgba(0,0,0,.2),
0 20px 20px rgba(0,0,0,.15);
Article titles will now look like this:
Example 1.1[edit]
In sections like the above there may be dropdown lists with readymade or saved sets of settings one can select from instead of starting from scratch. A list of readymade article titles could be right next to the above panel and might look like this:
When user selects one of these then the new values occupy the text boxes on the left and might be further attuned.
Further improvements[edit]
Saving settings[edit]
In order for the user to be able to re-edit their custom layout, settings must be saved.
In its simplest form, the interface stores all settings as XML in a special wiki page (in a similar way as the extension Page Schemas does). More specificaly, the user is asked to provide a name for the settings and then the frontend creates a special settings page with that name. When user wants to edit a layout is given a list of all pages with saved settings to chose from which to edit.
Sample XML used for saving settings
<Template name="My Skin 1">
<Group name="Sysop">
Retrieving current layout[edit]
A more difficult approach would be for the frontend to get current settings directly from the CSS pages. This involves the danger that those pages may have been altered manually with custom CSS code not recognizable by the frontend. So the challenge here is first to parse the CSS and get all recognizeable settings from, and second, leave not recognizable settings intact. I will not intend to go near this.
- Possible mentors
- Not found any yet. If interested please let me know.
I will go for the extension as it solves more problems than it creates.
- A MediaWiki extension that
- is accessed via a special page
- using text interface (with text boxes for various values), in order to manipulate:
- element positioning (selected from a number of predefind layouts)
- element sizes and metrics
- background colors
- backround images
- text styles (with CSS3 text effects)
- box styles (with CSS3 box effects)
- stores saved "templates" in its own DB table
- implements a custom ResourceLoader module to output the custom CSS
- is fully internationalized
- 5 sample "templates"
If time permits:
- Give user the ability to add a custom JS menu to their templates (and maybe some other modules)
- Give user the ability to upload web fonts
- Make the extension extensible for new skins
- Simple way: The extension supports other skins but is updated manually for every new skin
- Advanced: People making skins are able to hook into the extension, and add new things to customize
- Create a GUI with functionalities such as:
- drag n drop
- resize
- right click context menus
- color pickers
- visual dropdown lists with readymade sets of settings
- instant previews in specific sections
Proposal Timeline (under construction)[edit]
Before April 20:
- To familiarize myself with git
- Study some php, create some test hello-world extensions
April 20 – May 23 (Before the official coding time):
- Request the creation of the git repository on MediaWiki.org
- Community bonding.
- In constant touch with mentor and community.
- Remain active on IRC and Mailling lists to discuss and finalize on the modifications (if any) that needs to be on existing schemas and design of new schemas.
May 23 – June 23 (Official coding period starts):
- Have initial directory structure and files in place
- Add initial ResourceLoader support
- Add proper internationalization (i18n) support
June 23 – June 27:
- Mid term evaluation
June 28 – July 15:
- Code review, design discussion and whatever unexpected things might come up.
- Making further changes in the code to improve the Functionality, Exception handling, Bug Removal.
July 15 – July 25:
- Most of the time will be consumed for rigorous testing and bug fixes.
- General codebase cleanup
- Try to document the parts of the codebase that haven't been documented by this point
July 28
- Make sure that the output is valid HTML (on a vanilla MW installation with no funky extensions installed)
- Write developer and end-user documentation on MediaWiki.org
August 4
- Final code reviews and codebase polishing in accordance with code review comments.
August 11
- Tie up the loose ends, in case if there are any of those.
This is a personal idea I have since last year that came out of the need to de-wikify the appearence of my wikis, at first. I have done a lot of CSS modifications since and I think I understand the way things work and what needs to be done. Unfortunatelly I found out about this years applications to GSoC very late (5 days before expiration) so I haven't had the time to properly discuss this with the community and find mentors and even prepare a decent proposal. But this is an area I have given it a lot of work and thought for a long time so I think it will be easy to reach my goals and even more.
As a regular user of MediaWiki with lots of questions, bug reports, ideas for improvement, simple patches etc I am in touch with the community for quite a long now and I know where and how to get help with this project. I understand that most participants will also have help from their institutions and fellow students which I won't since I now study education but I think that this won't be a problem since this project is rather simple yet very effective and more than coding skills what it needs is imagination and a wide area of understanding of wikis.
I have the habbit of logging everything when coding so I plan to publish daily reports of my progress to my user page in MediaWiki and weekly reports to wikitech-l mailing list. I will also be availiable on irc #mediawiki.
I will use a local environment for running MediaWiki for development and will be committing to gerrit every new feature as long as it's ready.
About you[edit]
- Education completed
- Electrical & computer engineer MSc.
- Education in progress
- Currently a student in post-secondary level (though irrelevant to IT - I study education) while waiting to start my second master's in IT coming October.
- How did you hear about this program?
- I knew about this program from various extensions I have used in the past but I heared about this year's applications from a friend in Greek Wikipedia.
- Will you have any other time commitments, such as school work, another job, planned vacation, etc., during the duration of the program?
- I have school till mid June but only during the evenings. I also work but as a free-lance engineer so I am able not to undertake any jobs during the summer which is a dead period anyway for my line of work.
- We advise all candidates eligible to Google Summer of Code and FOSS Outreach Program for Women to apply for both programs. Are you planning to apply to both programs and, if so, with what organization(s)?
- No
Past experience[edit]
- Please describe your experience with any other FOSS projects as a user and as a contributor
- I am a proud FOSS user and supporter for many years. As a contibutor I have done many little things in many projects. The last 3 years I have focused mainly on MediaWiki when I setup my first wiki. I now maintain 7 live semantic wikis on various subjects. This forced me to get my hands dirty and start dealing with bugs, coding, patches etc. I have not yet created a complete extension (well maybe a hello-world-ish one) but I have succesfully moded a couple of those. In terms of Semantic MediaWiki I have created complex ontologies (and more complex templates to support them). Last but not least I am an active Mediawiki translator and I have translated most of semantic extensions to Greek myself. I have also created a MediaWiki glossary and many translation guidelines. As a wikipedian I have started a Greek Wikipedia Education Program focused on adult education.
- Please describe any relevant projects that you have worked on previously and what knowledge you gained from working on them (include links)
- What project(s) are you interested in (these can be in the same or different organizations)?
- My main interest is MediaWiki, Semantic MediaWiki along with some major extensions such as Semantic Forms, Semantic Maps etc, as well as the Translate extension and on the other hand CSS capabilities in site design. That's why I couldn't resist and tried to apply to both areas.
- Another topic that I am very interested in is duplicate image finding. My thesis was on image processing and I have done some personal research on this but for the moment I'll stick with wikis.
Any other info[edit]
css3 is fun
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Marking the 15th Anniversary of the Club, and changing the name from "The Hong Kong Overseas Bankers Club" to "The Hong Kong Bankers Club". The Honourable Donald Tsang, OBE, JP; and Financial Secretary and Committee Member of the Club, Mr Georges Legros led the toast to all Members and guests.
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Mr Michael Ranieri, Chairman presents a souvenir to Mr Joseph Yam, Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
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"Twice I have lived forever in a smile." – E.Cummings
Composite veneers contain composite resins that are used to repair the shape, position, colour and texture of the teeth. Cosmetic bonding or composite bonding uses a dental material called composite resin. The substance is moulded into the teeth to give a straighter and whiter smile. Composite bonding is usually completed in one or two appointment.
Who is a candidate?
- People with :
- Fractured /broken teeth Mild discoloration of teeth.
- Mild fluorosis.
- Small gaps between teeth.
- Cavities spreading between the front teeth.
- Front teeth with wear and tear
- Teeth damaged with erosion
- Teeth are chipped or cracked
- Decayed teeth need repair
- Discoloured teeth require improved colour
- Teeth have to look larger than usual
- Spaces between teeth have to be closed
- A cosmetic alternative is considered as against amalgam fillings
- The root of the tooth is exposed due to receding gums and needs protection
- Shape of teeth has to be changed
How is it done?
The teeth are built up with a material called Composite Resins. The latest advancement in composite resins is Nano Composites which are stronger and more resistant to stains compared to the old ones. To create composite veneers, composite material is applied to the front surfaces of the teeth and sculpted to the desired shape and finished under the hands of an experienced cosmetic dentist. It is possible to make the composite veneers look very natural. Please see the photographs of case done.
Who can provide composite veneers?
To create natural looking composite veneers, dentist must have an artistic flair and the technical skills required to carry out this type of treatment. A cosmetic dentist experienced in composite veneers will have a clear understanding of the properties of dental materials and experience in hand-crafting and replicating the shape, texture and characteristics of teeth. Every individual is unique and has a different tooth shape, smile line and symmetry. An experienced cosmetic dentist will take all these factors into account when creating composite veneers.
How long do composite veneers last?
This depends on the following factors; the type of composite material used (there is a big difference in the quality of different composite materials), the aftercare and habits of the patients. However they may need polishing once in 6 months to maintain good appearance.
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The main areas we have focused our efforts on are outlined below. We believe that these features help to make the Academy's apprenticeship training program more relevant, up-to-date and comprehensive than any other college is able to offer. The strategies we have developed to deliver high-quality training and carry out rigorous assessment events are designed to turn out professional tradespeople who you will be proud to have working for your customers.
1. Flexibility in duration.
We are aware that motivated, high-performing apprentices are capable of finishing their training in less time than is generally allowed for an apprenticeship. This means an apprentice could complete the formal training program within two years.
At the end of this program, the apprentice will still need to work under supervision – possibly for another year or more – until they complete all the workplace experience requirements, but we will
help them to achieve the full trade qualification as soon as they have proven their abilities as a competent operator.
2. High quality trainers.
The front line trainer in our apprenticeship program is the apprentice's own workplace supervisor. We will train up the supervisor with the necessary trainer and assessor skill set to allow them to deliver on-the-job training during the normal course of the apprentice's on-site work. They will also be fully supported by the Academy's staff with technical assistance, mentoring sessions and professional development courses.
In addition to the day-to-day guidance and instruction provided by the workplace trainer, the Academy will provide a range of specialist training blocks and support services to the apprentice throughout their apprenticeship. These include three residential workshops run by the Academy's specialist trainers, and periodic masterclasses involving Australia's leading product manufacturers
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Our training strategies place a lot of emphasis on utilising the collective strengths of all members of the apprentice's learning community so that together we can provide an integrated, holistic approach to developing the apprentice's skills and industry knowledge.


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The cost of different selections can be a vital decision factor. An expensive selection will commonly wear more gradually than a cheap one. One might likewise have to consider the cost of optional features or add. Some shopping selections are more pricey than others. Online shopping is commonly fairly affordable, but lots of people value the chance to look at and manage the product in a shop.
Made from the pulp of the Eucalyptus tree, Tencel is the perfect green alternative to cotton and can be utilized both as a product and a filling. The product is collected from cellulose, which comes from plant fiber and is an integral part of the trees. Tencel is an eco-luxury item which is admired for its outstanding qualities. The item is essentially a micro-filling and supplies a fast drying material that is also exceptionally breathable and enables outstanding circulation and so a more comfy sleep.
You can get the very best quality duvet from credible dealerships online. They even supply appealing discounts and a large collection of bedding products like pillows, cushions, bed linen, and more. You can change the appearance of your bedroom with an array of extravagant products online. Duvets are not only in mulberry silk, however also in pure wool, pure cotton, microfiber, white duck down, white goose down, and more.
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Some may decide to look online when searching for their designer selections. This may offer you more alternatives to decide what is best going to suit your requirements and desires and will offer you merchants to take a look at likewise. If you have to get your item in fast, you may decide to buy locally. Nevertheless, an assortment of online locations will provide next day.
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The preliminary and many evident distinction is the measurement. All comforters are established to sit on prime from the bed, and cover only the greatest with the mattress. That is why they may be called comforters, due to the fact that they offer convenience and ease to the man or female laying around the bed– simply in the event the bed was not comfortable sufficient by itself. Far more to the level, comforters are comparatively more compact than bedspreads. In truth, these are quite diverse within the way they appear, as well. Men and women only get confused simply due to the fact that they are new for the matter of beds, and so they by no means genuinely got the possibility or the must discover a little about it.
Hyperclean, TempraKON, and silk comforters are still other options which the Allergy Prospective buyers Membership recommends. As you'll be able to see, even individuals who experience from allergies can delight in the soft, gentle heat of your down comforter or perhaps a close option to one.
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For whatever reason, you've been desiring a brand-new comforter. Maybe you've done some makeover and added a brand-new bedroom. There's two aspects at work right here. Your needs or desires and the low rates. With many comforters on sale, now is the time to purchase. Why are there many lots at the present time? Why is this occurring? Why are comforters on sale everywhere?
It is also crucial to ensure that you are doing your best to look over the different styles too. Once you actually start digging in and checking out the different alternatives, you are going to find that there are plenty to pick from. You will see that there are many different styles, structures and density of fabrics and comforters.
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Not everybody can manage to have luxury homes. However you can make luxury and luxurious bedrooms adding the right furnishings, utilizing the right wall colors, utilizing wall hangings, utilizing lovely window drapes and door curtains, the right mattresses and pillows and naturally utilizing enthralling bedspreads and pillow covers. It is bedspreads that are clean, that are either sober or vibrant, that which exhibition elaborate designs or patterns that define the design looks of bedrooms. The effort of relaxing on your bed or taking pleasure in a blissful sleep gets rewarded; getting rejuvenated after a long day's job then seems sensible.
Duvets cover been available in lots of various designs like solid colors, prints, or reversible options. Likewise, bed sheets linen been available in lots of options too that you could prefer. It is very important to have an idea of exactly what duvets cover you are searching for.
Also vital to washing down comforters is to utilize hardly any cleaning agent. And, utilize a detergent that is meant for hand washing and fragile products. Remember this suggestion. Down comforters emit a pungent smell when damp, after all they are feathers. Do not panic and dont include more cleaning agent. It's natural for the comforter to smell that way. Also, utilize the additional rinse to put the comforter through another cycle simply to make certain the cleaning agent is gone.
One of the most important factors to consider which you have to take in account is the size of the duvets. Your duvet must neither be too little to just reach the corners of your bed, neither too large to snuggle up the whole space. So, make sure that you inspect the dimensions well prior to you zero in on a duvet. Preferably, the size of a single duvet is 3 feet by 6 feet and the size of a double duvet is 4 feet 6 inches by 6 feet 3 inches.
These sets offer a great impression without a big investment. You can commonly acquire a set of around six pieces including pillow cases and sheets in addition to the cover. The majority of high street stores have a large range of sets at various costs and this is among the primary advantages of choosing this product kind.
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You do not need to go to a five star hotel or have great deals of cash to possess among the most popular sorts of bedding known today. You can now shop online for one and experience what it resembles to be treated like aristocracy. Exactly what many people do not know is that this specific sort of bedding was renowneded years back in 5 star hotels and health spas in Europe. You had to be very rich or fortunate to possess a comforter cover.
With that stated, nobility in addition to self-esteem isn't really all that nobleman and princes mean. There are more characteristics and associates too. The even more considerable ones are wisdom in addition to cleverness in times of need. It is someone else great facet which recognizes the full, queen, knight in shining armor, or princess, and it can be highly associated with crimson low-cost bedding sets too. Possessing a bedding set within crimson may assist you to feel that a person much more reasonable if you occur to be someone who has a lot of options to create. This is someone else great self-esteem enhancer and it is additional ideal for your choice makers of the home.
Regardless of the bedspread style, the primary step is to measure the bed. Begin with the top of the mattress. You will need to know both the length and width. Next, measure the height of the bed from the top of the mattress to the floor. Unless a bed skirt is made use of, a bedspread should almost touch the floor.
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You are also going to wish to ensure that you are looking thoroughly for a company that you can trust as well. The last thing you wish to do is to wind up believing you have discovered the ideal bedroom tangled bed sheets sets, just to find that the company was less than pleasant to deal with. Sticking to a company you can trust is certainly worth it.
Eiderdown showcases a characteristic described as "hooks.". These hooks enable the clusters to stick on to one someone else, for that reason catching teeny air pockets. All these air pockets form barriers. Eiderdown, while made use of in bed comforters or duvets plus bedroom pillows, checks out at around 700 fill power. Nevertheless, because of the "hooks" within the eiderdown cluster it lugs an unequaled density along with adhesiveness and warms at a fantastic 850 to 900 fill power.
If you are searching for an economical down comforter, there are a couple of aspects to make note of as you compare probable selections on the internet and in other areas. Down comforters can vary significantly asing per these elements, and some low-cost down comforters will be lots while some will not.
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When it comes to bedroom decor, then there are huge selection of choices readily available in the bedding establishments. Each bedding set has its own specializeds. While the down option comforters are in the lime light for providing extreme convenience, the bed linen sets are popular because they protect the comforters without changing their convenience level. Similarly, the quilt bedding sets are also in demand because they are comfy as well as they have wonderful appearances. They are remarkable add ons to the convenience and style of your bed and bedroom. These sets can be utilized for different domestic purpose. You can buy the quilt bedding sets of gorgeous designs from the bedding establishments.
Being even more thick, a duvet can be utilized as a blanket along with a bedding, consequently, making it unnecessary to make use of other bedding layers under it. However, a comforter is just a sort of blanket that provides limited insulation and can not change the need for added layers of bedding.
Comforters are generally made from several various sorts of down, by the method. Duck down is generally the least costly while the rarest and costliest is referred to as eiderdown, which originates from a female eider duck. Usually, this specific down is gathered from abandoned eider duck nests and it's– without a doubt– the warmest of all such downs.
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Aren't sure where to get silk filled duvets from? Dont worry due to the fact that you aren't alone. You might have a hard time to discover a retailer on your high street to help nevertheless if you turn your search to online then you shouldnt truly have a hard time to discover a site to help as well as a quick search on Google for 'silk filled duvets' ought to be enough to point you in the right direction of precisely what you need.