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Brian is a licensed attorney in the state of California and holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Minnesota School of Law. He also has a Masters of Business Administration degree with a finance emphasis from the University of the Pacific, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Sonoma State University. Brian also completed an honorable tour in the United States Marine Corps, and applies that same level of integrity to his business practices. In addition to practicing law, Brian has been active in the real estate finance business for the last ten years. Over the course of his career, he has overseen nearly 1,000 residential and commercial transactions. By the age of 25, Brian was the youngest and most quickly promoted Assistant Vice President of a nationwide finance company, responsible for the entire Southern California division, which consisted of 40+ finance professionals. He also owns a California based residential and commercial mortgage company—Attorneys Funding Group, Inc.—as well as a residential and commercial real estate brokerage—Union Strong Homeowners, Inc. He serves as Managing Director and in-house general counsel for NXGen Hospitality, LLC.


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Our finance organization helped us pull in 12% growth in total revenue in 2019, our highest growth rate since 2015. The year 2019 showed once again that SAP can deliver both reliable financial returns and strong underlying growth – and we take great pride in this continued growth story. Are you up for the challenge? As a member of our finance team, you'll use the latest technology to navigate risk and opportunity – and you'll have a respected voice at the world's largest business software company.
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text: Increased recognition for rank and file in New Year's Honours Police Federation of England and Wales 2 min read05 January 2017 Partner content Almost double the number of Federated officers have been awarded a Queen's Police Medal in 2016. There has been increased recognition for rank and file as nearly double the number of Federated officers have been awarded a Queen's Police Medal (QPM) in the New Year's Honours list. Some nine Federated officers of Police Constable to Chief Inspector rank have been awarded the prestigious honour compared to five in 2016, including the current Chair of the Greater Manchester Police Federation, Inspector Ian Hanson. Other senior officers, chief officers, police staff and those associated with policing picked up honours including CBEs, OBEs, MBEs, BEMs and a Damehood. The Chair of the Police Federation of England and Wales Steve White congratulated those receiving the special honours. "A huge congratulations to all those receiving these special honours. And they are exactly that, a special honour for people performing a very special role. "Despite all the hurdles they so often face, our members work tirelessly to serve the needs of the communities they police, so often putting the needs of others before their own. "In her final days as Home Secretary, the Prime Minister made it clear that she wanted to see nominations for a QPM proportionately reflect the diversity of the workforce and it's encouraging to see more frontline officers being honoured than ever before. "There is still work to be done and by engaging with chief officers at national and local level we will ensure that those who go above and beyond the call of duty for the sake of others are rightly recognised." Of note was an MBE for Sharon Holness for her role in organising National Police Memorial Day alongside her husband Insp Joe Holness from Kent Police, who received the Queen's Police Medal in 2008. Mr White added: "Sharon's support of NPMD has been unstinting. Together with Joe, her dedication and commitment has been rightly recognised with this prestigious award. Like many others who are not officers themselves but are nonetheless dedicated to policing, the police family owes her a debt of gratitude. "From all at the Police Federation, a warm congratulations to everyone on receiving some of the nation's most prestigious recognitions for your exemplary service and commitment." Related Keir Starmer Has Been Dealt A Blow As Labour MPs Quit Their Roles And Rebelled Over A 'Spycops' Bill By Kate Proctor 15 Oct


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New research has revealed that patients are increasingly being prescribed hydromorphone instead of morphine to treat pain, but this shift has been accompanied by an increase in adverse events and readmission rates.
Low blood pressure before surgery is associated with an increased risk of death, according to a new study.
Some surgeons operate in multiple ORs at the same time. But is this efficient and safe?
A recent analysis uncovered a linear relationship between transfused blood and mortality, dubbed the 50/50 rule.
Researchers have identified different neural patterns associated with pain in those with neuropathic pain compared with controls.
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If you, like me, still have a pot of cranberry sauce in the fridge leftover from Christmas and you're not quite sure what to do with it, this could be the perfect solution.
Cranberry flapjacks, which are perfect for healthy snacks in lunch boxes, after school or with a cup of coffee.
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St Pats club has received formal approval from the Government to proceed with the sand based pitch. This is a brilliant development for the club and brings to conclusion the tender and approval process.
Thanks so much to the sub committee that came together to make this a success. The tender process involved drafting the scope of works document, interviewing the potential vendors, scoring the various tenders and making the decision on who to go with. Members of this committee included Terry Dowling, Paddy Guinan, Christy McAllister, Paul O' Neill, Mick Duignan, Paul Kiernan and Brian McGrath.
The potential vendors themselves commented on the high skill set this group had. Thanks to this group for all their time and effort. The group concluded the tender process by nominating Clive Richardson Limited as the vendor of choice.
The process quickly shifted to getting government approval.
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Anselm Kiefer στο Centre Pompidou (Παρίσι)
Αναδρομική έκθεση με 60 έργα του γερμανού καλλιτέχνη (ως τις 18.04.2016)
"Ανεβαίνοντας, ανεβαίνοντας προς τα ύψη, βυθίσου στην άβυσσο"
Though metaphysics and spirituality have always interested Kiefer, it was the processes of memory that most influenced his first three decades of art making. In Osiris und Isis, an ancient Egyptian myth becomes a potent allegory for Germany's struggle with the legacy of World War II.
Osiris, the god of the underworld, was murdered by his jealous brother, Set, who dispersed his body parts across the land. Osiris's grieving widow, Isis, searched for his remains, literally "re-membering" and resurrecting him. The parable's theme of destruction and renewal speaks directly to Kiefer's interest in reassembling and reclaiming elements of Germany's history and identity at a time when so many of his compatriots seemed intent on forgetting.
Kiefer illustrates humanity's quest for heaven through an immense, stepped temple that dominates the scene. A television circuit board connects copper wires and shards of a porcelain plumbing fixture, which, scattered across the vast canvas, allude to Osiris's strewn body parts. By conflating contemporary elements with a mythological story, Kiefer connects the modern and ancient worlds, forging a new, universal image of reunification and synthesis (with scars still intact).
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Επανερμηνεία του "Ζιγκουράτ" (βαθμιδωτή πυραμίδα της εποχής του πολιτισμού της Μεσοποταμίας) του 'Ανσελμ Κίφερ από τη ζωγράφο Γιάννα Χαραχλιάνη (λάδι πάνω σε καμβά, 150 x 170 εκ., 1994).


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If you found another person's iCloud locked iPad, try to return it to the owner.
This manual will help you with iCloud bypass on your iPad Cellular. After bypass iCloud you will have iPad Wi-Fi Only. Sim-slot will not work. GPS and Bluetooth will work.
First disassemble iCloud locked iPad mini 3.
- On the iPad mini 3 4G Model A1600 remove resistor #4. Make a jumper on position #2. Or instead of a jumper on position #2 you can solder in resistor #4 on position #2.
- iPad mini 3 4G will enter DFU mode.
- Connect the iPad mini 3 4G to your PC or Mac.
- After that you need to restore the iPad mini 3 4G through iTunes with firmware of Wi-Fi model and activate using the official method.
- Turn off the automatic firmware update: Settings \ iTunes Store, App Store \ Automatic download \ Updates.
If you are looking for a way to unlock the iCloud on iPad Wi-Fi Only, iPhone or iPod, then read this article: How to bypass iCloud on iPad WiFi, iPad Cellular, iPhone and iPod.
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Whitlam: The Power And The Passion
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Whitlam: The Power And The Passion
An extraordinary story of the hard-fought rise and dramatic fall of a visionary Australian prime minister during one of the country's most turbulent eras. Heroic to some, flawed to others, his changes still echo today.
Once elected Prime Minister, Whitlam implemented changes at breakneck speed, and pressed on with major health and education reforms.
Whitlam appointed a government advisor on women's affairs and introduced a Racial Discrimination Act. He invested in sewerage systems, motorways, childcare centres, housing for low-income families, no-fault divorce laws and supporting mothers' benefits.
But one year in, after an initial rise in popularity, an Arab coalition turned off their oil taps starting a worldwide economic meltdown. Whitlam had assumed Australia's economy was bulletproof, and ignoring advice, he pushed through one of his most prominent - and expensive - reforms: free university education for all.
The conservatives tried to block government legislation, so Whitlam called an election, winning with a similar majority to his win in 1972. Medibank, a free health service the forerunner of Medicare, and the Family Law Act establishing no-fault divorce as a legal principle, were introduced.
But the party axed his trusted deputy Lance Barnard and a scandal erupted around the relationship between his replacement, Jim Cairns, and Cairns's chief-of-staff Junie Morosi. And the decision to engage an offshore loan shark to help buy back Australia's mineral wealth backfired badly.
In 1975 with a new leader Malcolm Fraser, the Opposition blocked supply in the Senate and the Governor-General Sir John Kerr sacked Whitlam, an unprecedented action in Australian political history.
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Jaqua Realtors is a comprehensive residential real estate company providing services to buyers and sellers. Jaqua Realtors is the largest independent family-owned real estate brokerage in the Southwest Michigan area. Established in 1975 by Chuck Jaqua, Jaqua Realtors has evolved into the fastest growing real estate company serving Southwest Michigan.
We are an all-inclusive, service oriented real estate agency offering a wide range of unique services with over 210 real estate professionals in 10 offices to serve you. First and foremost, our expertise lies in the buying and selling of real estate. In addition, we provide in-house services for your convenience:
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Painting Niagara owner/operator Jeff Webster and his team of professional painters in St. Catharines and Niagara have been quoting, managing and efficiently executing small and large scale residential and commercial painting projects in the Niagara region for almost 15 years. His experience has allowed him to best meet customers needs with project planning, product selection and finding the most cost-effective ways to meet even the tightest of budgets.
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Our parent/carer webinar is now available to view online.
Our transition video is also available here:
Making the Move from Primary to Secondary School
All teachers and parents are aware that the move from primary to secondary school can be quite a daunting experience for most children. At Chesterfield High School we fully appreciate that this is a very important time and that it can often be quite stressful for families. We aim to ensure that we make the transition from Year 6 to Year 7 as stress free and smooth as possible and have shown our commitment by having a full time designated Transition Leader in school (Mrs P Allen). Mrs Allen is supported by Miss Ambrose is the Progress Leader for Year 7. As a school we believe that this allows maximum continuity for pupils who will already have spent time getting to know Mrs Allen while in primary school.
We have established excellent working relationships with all local primary schools and our teachers regularly visit schools and assist in lessons, with pupils also visiting us here at Chesterfield to take part in numerous curriculum taster sessions. Both schools also work closely to ensure that continuity of curriculum delivery does not suffer during transition and precious time is not wasted re-visiting Key Stage 2 work at the start of Year 7.
Meetings with class teachers throughout Year 6 give us the opportunity to discuss each child individually giving us an insight into their ability, behaviour, their likes and dislikes and overall general personality. This is key information for the pastoral team at the beginning of Year 7 when building strong relationships with all pupils is the key focus. We also ensure that any vulnerable children receive the necessary intervention required before transition to assist them in their move.
PLEASE NOTE: During the current Covid 19 pandemic, we are unable to hold our usual tranisition day. Further information will be sent to you over the next few weeks.
Mrs Allen and the Pastoral Team also run a Summer School during the summer holidays which ALL pupils starting in Year 7 are invited to. The school strongly advises that pupils attend part if not all of the Summer School to assist with their transition to school in September. We are still hoping to run a summer school and will provide further details in due course, following government guidelines.
The key focus of the Transition Leader is to ensure that starting at Chesterfield High School in Year 7 is an enjoyable experience for all pupils. Therefore, we are happy to show parents and children around the school during the day so that you can see us hard at work. Our staff are also available to meet with parents or simply chat on the phone if you have any questions or concerns with regards to your child starting in Year 7 with us.
The first day of term is Wednesday 2nd September 2020 (New date)
New Year 7 students should assemble on the Basketball Court at the front of school by 8.25 am
In September your son or daughter will begin their time at Chesterfield in a mixed ability tutor group in which they usually remain for the next five years. This system allows the tutor to build up a detailed knowledge of your child and also provides you with a clearly identified point of contact if you have any concerns, ensuring the continuity and stability we think is so vital for success.
Your child's Progress Leader is Miss Ambrose; she is responsible for leading form tutors and Pastoral staff in Year 7.
He is supported by Mrs Yvonne Ewart, Year 7 Student Support Manager. Together they work to ensure your son or daughter makes academic progress and feels happy and safe at school.
Keeping you informed
For your son or daughter to be successful at school it is vital that we all work together. We believe in keeping in contact to share achievements and raise any concerns as soon as they arise. As always, if at any time you feel you need to talk to us about any aspect of your child's progress, please contact the school.
You will receive a report each term about your son or daughter's achievements. One is a full report, the others are progress reports.
Parents' Consultation
During the first term we will hold a Curriculum evening for Year 7 parents. This meeting will give you the chance to find out about the key subjects your son or daughter is taking and how you can support your child's progress.
The most important point to remember is that we operate an 'open school' policy. You are welcome to come into school at any time if you have any concerns about your son/daughter – academic or social and Mrs Ewart will endeavour to meet with you.
If at all possible however, please try to make an appointment so that we can ensure that you speak with the most appropriate person. Appointments are made by contacting Mrs Ewart in the Student Support Office.
Daily Requirements
It is vital that your son/daughter brings the following items to school every day.
- Pens (black, red and green)
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Rubber (not tippex)
- Reading book
- A strong school bag (a rucksack with 2 straps. Handbags are not allowed)
- Calculator (Scientific)
- Dictionary
- Student Planner
To help your child get the most from school it is a good idea to check they have these items before setting off each day.
Student Planners and Homework
Each student is provided with a planner. The planner is used to record the homework in each lesson and when it should be handed in. It is also used to record achievements and to send messages home from time to time. The planners are checked each week by form tutors to make sure they have been correctly filled in. Parents are also encouraged to use the planners to send messages into school which will then be read by the tutors when they check them. As part of our commitment to working in partnership with parents we ask you to check that homework is being completed when it is set.
The local authority will provide transport to Chesterfield for all pupils who live more than 2 miles from the school. Students can only travel on these buses if they have a pass. It must be pointed out that provision of transport is conditional upon reasonable behaviour and this privilege can be withdrawn at any time. If you have any concerns regarding school transport please contact Mrs Allen. Children who wish to travel to school on a bike must register the bike with school and will then be issued with a bike pass which must be shown every morning on arrival at school. All bikes must have a strong lock with them. Forms will be issued to children during Induction day
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Quiet as a mouse. No gate banging. No annoying back up alarms. All of our Trucks are equipped with state of the art air activated high-lift gates providing seamless distribution of material while providing silent operation. Our back up warning systems are "white noise" protocol and MNDOT compliant.
We don't typically engage in hyperbole, but we will say that no matter what logistics problem you have, we've already been part of the solution.
When you've been in business as long as we have and faced technology's increasingly rapid developments, you learn a few things. Or, in our case, more than a few. We not only have simple, ready-to-implement solutions for almost every problem, we have the experirnced staff to implement them, too. And, if you bring us something new, our people would love to work with you to find the solution.
The world runs at a fast pace. We plan for the worst and adjust for success.
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When you choose an trucking solution, you also need to have the people to keep the wheels greased.
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We've seen and been part of every incremental advance of site prep and finishing. We get the stuff out of the ground – from the first hole to the finishing touch, we use the most sophisticated logistics solutions of today.
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Those are more than just words or empty promises at Car Collection of Tampa.
We pride ourselves on our customer service. We believe in fair prices, superior service and treating customers with respect. This creates a unique car buying experience where you are treated as a member of the family not just a number.
From the time you buy a vehicle to your last payment, there is always someone to assist you. The proof of that is the fact that more than half our sales come from repeat customers.
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We are a family-owned and operated dealership that opened in 1976 as Car Center in Southern California. We have been in Tampa Bay since 1979 and have been at our current location since the early 1980s.
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io9 commenters are right. You keep asking me why I'm watching Heroes, and after last night's episode I'm finally beginning to wonder that myself. Now you can vote: Should I keep watching this show?
First, allow me to retort even before you start, um, torting. Last night's episode, "Cold War," should have been fucking great. It was an HRG-centric episode, sort of a companion piece to "Company Man," which remains one of the most memorable Heroes episodes ever.
Peter, Suresh, and Matt have kidnapped HRG so that Matt can read his mind and get more information about the secret government program which led to their abductions. Again, this should have been great. The formerly rounded-up and tortured guys are now pulling the same tactics on their former captor. They'll be torturing HRG for information, using drugs on him, playing with his mind. We should be asking ourselves: Has every hero gone dark? Who is the moral center of this show? Nobody? Those are good questions when posed gracefully in the context of a show like Heroes.
Instead of grace, we got the worst Three Stooges-style episode ever. Except without the funny, and that's saying a lot considering that Three Stooges are barely funny at all (sorry to Stooges fans - I'm more of a Marx Brothers person). Anyway, my point is that all this episode delivered were a bunch of scenes where Peter flew a bunch of places and Matt and Suresh hit each other a lot. Plus flashbacks into HRG's mind, cunningly rendered in black and white to make them seem like they were Really In The Past.
The big reveal, which you see in this scene, is that Suresh kinda sorta knew about the government program. Oh and also Speedy is still alive, which is the dumbest reveal ever. Also, here's another not-new-who-cares thing about the episode: the Hunter is MEAN even though he's short. Yes, former Heroes fans, the supervillain of the season is mean. Can you believe it? I am in awe of this amazing new plot development.
I know, I am unleashing the mean myself and I should give this show yet another chance for the ten millionth time and you are all angry at me for saying that Heroes is delivering the suck despite Bryan Fuller coming on board to rescue us from lame txt mssgs from Rebel. But let's be honest. This show has moments of awesome and moments of terrible, and this was one of the most terrible and repetitive ever. HRG is a double agent YET AGAIN and we visit his flashbacks mostly to see him getting a retirement gift from Mama Petrelli and the gift isn't even a goddamn laser canon.
Even more awful? The episode ends with Peter and Matt at Isaac's old apartment/Suresh's old lab where Parkman has just painted the floor of the apartment EXACTLY THE WAY ISAAC DID. Except this time it's different! Instead of New York City blowing up, it's Washington, D.C.! This is not a clever callback. This is just terrible story recycling. If you're going to flagrantly rip your own show off, at least call back to the alternate future thing, because you can have a million alternate futures. But you can only menace us with a city inferno once. Seriously, relocating the inferno to Washington does not advance the plot, even incrementally.
I am seriously considering ending my relationship with this show. What do you think I should do?


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BRIMSTONE part 13: A Shadow in the Darkness
Assassins have crept through the dark hallways of history, a fact that will persist in the far-flung future. Technology won't make us better, it will just make us better at what we do. With sleek powered armor and active camouflage, tomorrow's elite paid killers will move like shadows in the darkness.
Kins II : The Calavaran Shelf
I am not death, for death is eternal stillness, the unwaking sleep.
I am the sudden violence that precedes death,
the snap of bone and the rend of flesh.
~ Kage no hon
The Book of Shadows
She watched the shark glide silently past the 49th floor window. The dorsal fin alone rose almost two meters above the sleek grey back. Nose to tail the leviathan had to measure somewhere near twenty meters.
Kemuri admired it; every gram of its hundred ton weight existed for the sole purpose of killing. A faint smile tugged at her mouth. While she stood shorter than its fin, Kemuri had killed more people in the last thirteen minutes than the shark had likely killed all week. Corpses, stuffed in crannies across several floors of the undersea skyscraper, gave silent testament to her lethality.
Mindful of her schedule she crossed the room; an indistinct shadow ghosting across the huge glass window. Had anyone been watching she might have been taken for a momentary ripple in the shifting glimmer of light that made it down to this depth. Such was the benefit of active camouflage, the surface of her armor coated with electronic chromatophores patterned off the very octopi that slithered through the reef outside. While not as powerful an illusion as the light-bending stealth armor favored by Special Forces, e-chrome was completely passive. Yes, remaining unseen demanded diligence on her part, on fluid motion and boundless patience. But unlike the soldiers with whom she sometimes worked, she didn't show up as a bipedal black hole on a spectrometer scan.
Killing was easy; killing unnoticed was an art.
Normally, travel from the surface down to the master suite was done via express elevator, but that was a road marked by redundant layers of guards and detection gear. Few would think to snake their way through five floors of air ducts to reach open stairs. As such, this floor, much like the sixty-two above it, remained largely empty and without lighting. Glowstrips ran the seams between floors and walls along the central pathways but normal illumination relied on flourescing panels that would activate when something living walked in.
But ghosts didn't trip sensors. Kemuri crossed the room in undisturbed darkness, offering neither footfall nor body heat to betray her presence. By altered genetics, by a lifetime of training and an unbreakable oath, Kemuri was Ikiryō: a wraith. The sleek, high-tech armor didn't hurt.
She would have preferred killing only her primary target, leaving witless minions to scratch their heads and spread fear of her kind. But her employer had other directives.
Just as well, she thought. This particular target had spent good money to surround himself with above-average minions, the kind that randomize their patrol routes and schedules to avoid being predictable. The kind that just as arbitrarily pair up to walk circuits normally executed by a solitary guard. The parts of two such figures were stacked in a utility closet up on the 63rd floor, her first contact coming down from the roof. That was the only part of the tower that extended above sea-level. With each floor she decended, the number of personnel, and the frequency of their appearance, dwindled.
She had her target to thank for that last fact. His abusive intolerance was almost as well-documented as his wealth. The son of Banu aristocracy, Zul-Ren came by his fortune the old fashioned way; he inherited it. This was not to say that he failed to display the bloodthirsty ruthlessness of his mother who had amplified the fortunes of her father before her, but Zul-Ren was a child of privilege; over-indulged, thin-skinned, just a hair-trigger away from a tantrum over the tiniest slight, real or imagined. He was spiteful, corrosive, demeaning to anyone beneath his social stature. It is one thing to fail to win friends or earn their loyalty, it's quite another to be so malignant that others will pay to see you dead.
Kemuri had a term for people like Zul-Ren: job security.
As a matter of shibumi, Kemuri rarely took pleasure from her work save for the quiet satisfaction that comes from flawless execution. But the more she learned about Zul-Ren in preparing for this contract, the more she felt she was doing the universe a public service.
Among Zul-Ren's many sensitivities was an oft-repeated complaint about being disturbed by the footfalls or door-opening of security personnel, or having to suffer from lights, floors above, filtering down into windows on the 40th floor. That was Zul-Ren's "personal space."
It seemed to Kemuri that the Banu man-child placed far too great a reliance on the unassailability of this aquatic fortress, as though the hefty price tag translated to real security. She could not imagine the cost of sealing and refurbishing a skyscraper that had submerged when the melting of polar ice caps flooded coastal cities up and down the continent. Kins II had become yet another planet from which the Banu largely packed up and left, abandoned now to slavers… and people like Zul.
Drawing on a myriad of microsensors in her armor, Kemuri saw a thermal silhouette through the door ahead. With two rapid steps she crossed the gap, grabbing the sword on her back as the door slid open. From tachi-ai, the standing posture, she drew and struck with a single motion, a tsuki thrust that drove through the figure's throat before the door had fully opened. Wide eyes blinked with shock for just an instant before she rotated the blade ninety degrees, sharp edge left, and whipped it free, severing trachea, carotid artery and jugular vein. Half-decapitated, spinal cord severed, the guard slid to the floor with a soft thud. Kemuri snapped a reflexive chiburi, flicking the blood from the blade before returning it to her back.
Along with the latest body, Kemuri disposed of the guard's ATT-4, still unfired by now-dead fingers. This was an age of starships and laser rifles where the sword was, by any logic, an impractical weapon. Its range was intimate, its mastery demanding years of sacrifice. It was dependent, without exception, on the strength, speed and skill of the wielder.
Yet these very qualities made it a tool like no other, both offense and defense, weapon and shield. It was silent and elegant, immune from a crippling addiction to batteries or ammunition. It was the weapon of choice for a ghost.
This particular sword adhered to a classic design. Shorter and thicker than a formal katana, the curved blade sacrificed reach for extraordinary cutting power and mobility in confined space. Qualities one might need to cleave through armor in the confines of a starship, or in a tower reclaimed by the sea.
Unike the mastercrafted blades of antiquity, this chisa katana was a doctoral thesis in material science. The nanocomposite blade wasn't hammer-folded, it was assembled one molcule at a time. Magnesium alloy, osmium-cored for mass, with a diamond-hard edge that only tungsten could deliver. The ebony damascus finish inspired its name: Kuro Hi. Black fire. The monniker only hinted at it's thermal properties, as extensively engineered as the physical ones. Those were truly exceptional.
Kemuri decended the last set of stairs, arriving on the 40th floor. The doors ahead fit snugly as did all of the others, doors that as part of the retrofit of this building could act as watertight bulkheads should a window fail and the ocean rush in. She stared at the door, the sensors in her armor absorbing the rythmic throb of music playing softly beyond. Micro-changes in surface temperature suggested that lights were on. She studied the door closely; four heavy dead-bolts were seated into the frame. It appeared that the time for stealth was at an end.
Kuro Hi slid silently from its sheath as she squared herself to the door. The accelerators in her nervous system kicked in, the world around her slowing to a crawl. Her grasp on the handle tightened, a surge of power flowing from her armor through contacts in her gloves, crossing into the sword. The black damascus steel took on a dull cherry glow that quickly blazed with veins of orange incandescence. She drew the sword overhead and lunged in, striking with a force that split the door down the center.
At a dead run she burst through the gap, small launchers in her shoulderplates fanning pellets in her path. The tiny spheres burst into clouds of black smoke. She charged, e-chrome matching the broiling black so quickly that she looked like a viper made of smoke racing through the room.
The big robot deployed, both its existence and location predictable. Petulant though he may be, Zul-Ren wasn't an idiot and if living guards were not to be present in his inner sanctum, automated ones would be. That the 'mech was stored in a recess on the innermost wall was predictable as well. It would have weapons that were designed to pose no threat to the wall of glass, but one could not guess what an adversary might bring. Drawing fire away from that outer wall was just common sense.
Kemuri dove into a roll as the robot's twin guns belched out blobs of adhesive, most likely that military 'nano-glue' that actively spread itself across a target on contact before constricting like a python. The shots tracked high, drawn off-target by energetic particles in the smoke acting like chaff. She came out of the tumble, launching herself with a powerful stride up the side wall; a twisting leap that hung her in the air above the machine. Power surged and the katana blazed, arching down like a falling star.
A moment later Kemuri stood over the pile of smoking debris, sparks popping where severed edges of robot armor glowed orange-hot. She turned with a fluid grace, the long trail of smoke at last evanescing to reveal her true form.
Perhaps a bit dramatic, she conceded, but an indulgence she allowed herself.
Zul-Ren back-scrabbled across the floor, stabbing madly at what would most certainly be the Panic Button on a small remote. Kemuri paused, turned her head to listen, then smiled behind her featureless facemask. To nobody's surprise, save perhaps Zul-Ren, no one left alive was rushing down to give their life in his defense. It appeared that the petulant little shit finally got the quiet he demanded.
As she walked slowly towards him, the sword burned with a fury.


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Spider Web Obsidian Coffin
We are but dust and shadows.
A coffin-cut spiderweb obsidian, a memento mori, set into warm 14k Gold ($650), 10k gold ($550) or silver ($350). The clasped hands detail, a symbol of faith, love and devotion is concealed in the wearers palm.
For centuries it has been believed that Obsidian offers protection against negativity and is particularly useful for those suffering from grief, depression, and addiction.
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Precision ADM recently completed a conformal cooling mold project that developed an improved "Venturi Cup" for Melet Plastics. The project received funded from Canada Makes through its Metal Additive Demonstration Program. The goal of the project was to show how a mold optimized using additive manufacturing (AM) methods can increase quality and productivity.
"This project is an excellent example of how the Metal Additive Demonstration Program works," said Frank Defalco Manager Canada Makes. "Learning about the capabilities offered by adopting AM is what will make Canadian industry more productive and conformal cooling is a key area that needs to be exploited."
One of the major factors contributing to the deformation of molded plastic parts is a lack of uniform heat distribution throughout molds. Various areas of the final part created by a mold cool at different rates creating internal stresses and deformations.
Dale Kellington General Manager of Precision ADM stated, "conformal cooling applications continue to have a direct impact on part quality, cycle times and productivity of injection molded parts"
A warping defect was reported in the production of a "Venturi Cup" part manufactured by Melet Plastics Inc. for use in an AGCO-Amity JV air seeder. The goal was a reduction in the warping seen in the large rectangular section of the part. Proposed alterations included changes in material, wall thickness and coolant temperature, as well as an optimized mold for cooling produced by Precision ADM using additive manufacturing methods.
Using conventional mold design, coolant channels are required to be drilled as a separate operation but are restricted to a path of connecting straight lines. This restriction is the cause of non-uniform heat distribution that causes part deformation. Additive manufacturing methods can be used to create molds featuring a coolant channels that follow the contours of a mold, drastically improving heat distribution during cooling. This has the added benefit of eliminating the task of drilling cooling channels.
Dale added, "with software such as Moldex our engineers can simulate the injection molding process and demonstrate the beneficial cooling characteristics of conformal cooling molds for production"
The project showed significant results. This application of additive manufacturing showcases the complex subsurface geometries that are possible using the method. The use of the optimized mold together with a decrease in wall thickness resulted in a warpage reduction of 42%; an overall warpage reduction of 54% was achieved with all other alterations included.


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In early July 2015 Chandlee and Sons Construction Company signed design/build contracts for two Beltone Hearing Aid stores to be constructed in north Georgia. The first store completed was a 1,400 square foot space in the Castleberry Southard Crossing shopping center in Suite 440 at 5485 Bethelview Road in Cumming. The second store of 1,100 square feet is in Suite 105 of the Haynes Bridge Village shopping center at 9925 Haynes Bridge Road in Johns Creek.
The architectural and engineering team for Chandlee and Sons Construction designed all the required documents using the same plan for both stores. The Cumming space already had a restroom built to ADA standards – on the plan it is located in the place of the phone and utility room. The design began with a sketch that is displayed below.
The plans for the Johns Creek location were re-submitted for approval as the general contractor who constructed the white box build-out performed work that was included in our original design plan. All details have been worked out.
Christopher Campellone, with Beltone Hearing Aid Centers, commented to Seth, "Just want you to know that your team is great to work with. You are lucky!"
The Cumming location had the dry wall up by July 28 and after a week it was about sixty percent complete. The installation of the carpet and the painting were progressing well three weeks later. Managing Partner, Jim Chandlee, was the Project Manager on this location.
The Chandlee and Sons team began the build-out of the second Beltone store on Monday, August 3 in the Haynes Bridge Village center. A Belton executive had this to say about the stores, "We are extremely pleased with the efficiency of your team. It's the first time the municipal plan reviewers have ever told us, 'We hired a very good GC to build our stores.'"
By August 17 both stores were a week away from receiving the furniture and equipment with the Cumming store set to install August 19 and the Johns Creek store set for two days later. "We have excellent contractors working on this project," commented Christopher.
Beltone Johns Creek had one more inspection to go and the 100% final to pass as of September 2. It will be ready for us to present the Certificate of Occupancy any day now. The Cumming store will be ready to turn over the week of September 7.
The website for the franchise is www.beltone.com, the Facebook link for the Bethelview Road store is https://www.facebook.com/Beltone-Hearing-289763331426694/, and the Facebook link for the Johns Creek store is https://www.facebook.com/Beltone-Hearing-217727465364520/.
Chandlee and Sons Construction is a commercial developing, design and construction firm located in Alpharetta, Georgia. We specialize in design/build and ground-up construction, along with core and shell construction, site and civil development including grading and utility construction. Our contact information in under the Contact tab in the menu bar above along with a free consultation and quotation submittal form.


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MESUT OZIL is preparing to leave Arsenal for free when his contract expires next summer, according to reports in Germany.
The 28-year-old has not spoken to club officials about a new deal since negotiations broke down in February.
That came amid uncertainty surrounding manager Arsene Wenger's future at The Emirates stadium.
It is understood that Arsenal offered Ozil a £8.1million-per-year contract to stay at the club.
But, amid Paris Saint-Germain's interest in under-fire Wenger, all long-term planning was called off.
Wenger eventually signed a two-year deal to stay in North London.
And Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis claimed that keeping both Ozil and Alexis Sanchez at the club was "a clear statement of our ambitions."
But it now seems as though the Gunners will not recoup any of the £42m paid to Real Madrid for Ozil's services four years ago when he walks away for nothing at the end of the season.
Asked if he was comfortable with Ozil being in the final 12 months of his contract, Wenger said:
"Yes, I think in the future you will see it more and more.
"Why? Because the transfers are so high even for normal players, you will see more and more players going into the final year of the contract.
"No club will want to pay the amount demanded. I'm convinced in the next ten years it will become usual."
And Wenger does not believe that Ozil's performances will be compromised amid speculation around his future.
"When you're a football player you perform until the last day of your contract. Whether you have two or one year left it doesn't change," he said.
"You want to play and do well. Do you really think they sit in the dressing room and think, 'Oh, I have one year to go I will not play well today'.
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"Where does that come from? When you are a football player you want to play well, what does that have to do with the length of your contract. It's amazing."


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There are many benefits of elevation mask training, however, they don't necessarily simulate high-altitude training. In this article, I will describe all of the altitude mask training benefits, as well as give you reviews of the best altitude mask to buy!
First of all, elevation-simulating training masks do have many benefits, although they might not do what you believe they will
True altitude training is not for the faint of heart, and using an altitude-simulating mask is extremely taxing as well. Altitude training is suitable for athletes who are already well conditioned since it will provide an incredible shock to your body
Altitude training generally implies training at altitudes of at least 8,000 feet above sea level, which limits the number of people who can truly train in high-elevation conditions. Recently, altitude-simulation masks have become a trend in the fitness community, attempting to replicate the potential benefits of high-elevation training.
With each new version created, the elevation masks are becoming more and more effective at how they simulate true high-altitude training.
Since the mid-1960s, the physical conditioning benefits of training at high-altitudes has been well-known, which has prompted the surge in a fitness device that can recreate these benefits at any time and any place.
Although living in a place with very high altitudes still provides the most overall benefits, the simulation training masks themselves still possess real and effective benefits for the human body.
What is the Benefit of Training at a High Altitude?
Altitude simulation training masks were produced due to research done on actual altitude training.
The reason for high altitude training is that the body will become used to the condition known as hypoxia.
Hypoxia is an environment with reduced oxygen supply for your body, where the body begins to struggle when producing a necessary amount of energy for training with a limited supply of oxygen. Hypoxia forces the body to acclimate to a lowered supply of oxygen, triggering a range of physiological adaptations aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the respiratory, cardiovascular and oxygen utilization systems.
Benefits of training at a high altitude include:
- An increase in the body's ability to effectively manage the build-up of waste acid.
- Increased number of small blood vessels that transport oxygen.
- Substantial positive changes in the microscopic structure of your body and the function of muscles
As stated in Aspects of Haematological Adaptation,
"the common finding upon exposure to hypoxia is an increase in hemoglobin concentration and hematocrit. Training periods of 3 weeks at moderate altitudes result in an individual increase of hemoglobin concentration of about 1 to 4%. A more accentuated increase in hemoglobin can be obtained with longer sojourns at moderate altitude."
Okay yes, that was wordy.
In simple terms, training at high-altitudes with less oxygen helps your body produce more red blood cells and hemoglobin, improving your overall endurance and training capacity.
However, there are issues with high-altitude training.
Training at a high-altitude is legitimately dangerous for many people. As stated in a study conducted on the benefits of high altitude training in Nordisk Medicin,
"only top athletes should be selected for training at high altitudes."
Altitude training masks are a convenient option that more people can take advantage of.
Keep reading below to find out more about the benefits of elevation training masks
Benefits of High Altitude Training Masks
Although a lot of fitness personalities who talk more than they learn like to claim otherwise, there are legitimate benefits to using an elevation-simulating training mask.
Elevation Training Masks Do Not Simulate Hypoxia In a Normal Way
However, it does not necessarily simulate altitude training at all. It is nearly impossible to simulate hypoxia, or other effects of high-altitude training with a mask or other device since the oxygen content of the air does not actually change.
As proven by a study conducted at the Human Performance Research Laboratory; Department of Sports & Exercise Sciences at West Texas A&M University, the
"inspiratory/expiratory muscle training device induces hypoxemia but utilizes a signaling mechanism that has not been previously described… Hypoxemia is caused by the rebreathing of expired CO2 that has accumulated in the mask's large dead space area."
Elevation training masks do simulate hypoxia a little bit, but it is not their main benefit.
The main benefit of using an altitude-simulating training mask is the recurrent use will lead to increased oxygen and energy production- but not through the process of hypoxia.
Using a High-Altitude Training Mask Will Strengthen Your Respiratory Muscles
Instead, an altitude training mask trains the muscles of your respiratory system and diaphragm to work much more efficiently.
I suffer from asthma, and my training mask is a huge part of my basketball conditioning strategy since it gives me the diaphragm training I desperately need.
The Journal of Sports Science and Medicine conducted a test comparing an elevation training mask and common respiratory training methods. After a 6-week high-intensity interval training (HIIT) cycle of ergometer (ERG rowing machine) training, the study proved that the masks do not act as a simulator of high-altitudes but as a respiratory muscle training device.
When you use an elevation training mask, you will quickly feel that it is more difficult to breathe. Although this does not change the amount of oxygen you are intaking, it does change how easily you can complete a breath.
Over time, and after you increase the resistance of your training mask and the intensity of your training mask workouts, the muscles of your respiratory system will become stronger than ever before!
Not only does training with the altitude training mask build physical and mental stamina, but it also increases control of your breathing pattern too.
I can feel the difference in the strength and control over my breathing when I use my altitude-simulating training mask often, which is why I strongly believe it is beneficial.
Training with an elevation training mask leads to:
- Increased Lung Capacity
- Increased Anaerobic Threshold
- Better Cardiovascular Endurance for Short-Intense Workouts
Elevation-Simulating Training Mask Workouts Will Save You Time
One final benefit of using an elevation training mask is that it wills ave you time, especially for cardiovascular training.
Many athletes spend hours each week doing different conditioning drills, as it is necessary to be at the top of your game. However, a training mask can cut down on some of this training.
Using a training mask can help you do a more intense workout in a shorter amount of time, and can even help simulate the difficulty of a game or competition better.
It is not a perfect tool, but it is very helpful for many people including me!
What is the Best Elevation Training Mask to Purchase?
In my opinion, there is only one company which makes a legit elevation training mask you should invest in.
The company Training Mask produces a few varieties of high-altitude simulating masks, and I own two myself.
Training Mask 2.0 Review
The Training Mask 2.0 was the first mask which I bought, and I used it for nearly two years. This training mask has a few interchangeable parts to increase or decrease the difficulty level, and it is easily one of my favorite products ever.
I even used my Training Mask 2.0 in the morning before basketball games in the past because it helped open my lungs for the game later in the day.
- Conditions the lungs by creating pulmonary resistance
- Strengthens the diaphragm
- Increases surface area and elasticity in alveoli
- Increases lung capacity
- Increase anaerobic thresholds
Training Mask 3.0 Review
The Training Mask 3.0 is a newer version produced only about a year ago, and it is a worthy step-up from the previous version. Although it is slightly more expensive (by about $25 usually), it is worth the extra fee.
The Training Mask 3.0 offers smoother airflow and easier resistance changes, both significant upgrades.
I believe that the Training Mask 2.0 offers a more intense difficulty level at its highest point, but the Training Mask 3.0 is a smoother experience overall.
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Concluding Thoughts – Altitude Training Mask Benefits
The benefits of using an altitude training mask are undeniable and proven by science. Regardless of what YouTube or fitness personalities on Instagram say, there are legitimate reasons you should try using a training mask.
Although it does not perfectly simulate high-altitude conditions, many of the training mask benefits are unachievable unless you travel to a climate with a significantly high-altitude climate.
The use of the altitude training mask positively affects your Vo2 max, heart rate, and power output; all of which are indicators of overall physical performance capabilities.
Regardless of your training goals or athletic level, an altitude training mask is a worthwhile investment to achieve many fitness goals faster!


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Chris Pine, as he shouts "Agony!" off a waterfall in one of the film's funniest sequences, perfectly sums up how I felt about the bafflingly erratic Into the Woods, the Rob Marshall-directed (Oscar-winner Chicago and the awful Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides) adaptation of James Lupine and Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning Broadway musical.
I am probably not the person to ask about whether or not Into the Woods is a success or not. I am not familiar with the Broadway show, nor any of the other productions since, so I do not know the changes that have been made here and have not come into this adaptation with a pre-acquired appreciation. I actually find musicals mostly irritating, with a catchy song here and there, so naturally I find it hard to recommend this musical-cinema experience.
The story is set around four well-known Grimm Fairytale stories – Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk and Cinderella – with the characters from those stories colliding with a baker and his wife (Emily Blunt and James Corden), a childless couple seeking to end a curse placed upon them by a vengeful witch (Meryl Streep). It is their story. They must procure four items, one from each of the tales. We don't see much action from the tales (Jack's climb up the beanstalk for example), messily juggled here, but it is more interested in the world between them and how the kindly couple amusingly influence the lives of these beloved characters. Prince Charming (Pine), who pines for Cinderella but isn't monogamous, and a Wolf (Johnny Depp), who 'desires' Little Red Riding Hood, are thrown in for good measure.
Not even the costumes or the design of the central setting, the very apparent set-woods where most of the action takes place, are particularly outstanding. There are a few clever songs that I enjoyed, and some quite funny character interactions, but there wasn't much I cared for.
The Broadway show, I believe, has two very clear acts. They are opposing tonally, but this is by design. The first act – the fun one – ends with the 'happily ever after' ending. Then, that is completely obliterated and the life lessons start. Characters are killed off and forgotten about, everyone is blamed for some hand in the disastrous turn of events, and things get pretty dark. The result of this prolonged and laborious second half: a very tedious film.
The performances are all over the place, too. Pine is the memorable because his awfulness is accentuated for comedic effect. Streep is collecting all of the recognition for…participating, but it is Blunt and Corden who are the most fun here. Poor Emily Blunt. For some reason she is repeatedly asked to leave the film, or told to 'go home' by her husband for story sake. Thankfully, she finds her way back in, makes the most of it and helps keep this bearable.
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Director: Rob Marshall
Writer(s): James Lapine (screenplay), James Lapine (musical)
Starring: Emily Blunt, James Corden, Anna Kendrick, Meryl Streep, Chris Pine
Runtime: 125 minutes
Release date(s): Australia: January 8 2015


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Colac Otway provides in principal support for RRV's Apollo Bay roundabout proposal
May 23, 2019
Colac Otway Shire has given in principle support to Regional Road Victoria's plan to install a roundabout at the intersection of the Great Ocean Road and Nelson Street, Apollo Bay.
But the Council's support is subject to RRV continuing consultation in relation to the reasonable community concerns, particularly those directly affected by the proposal.
Council has also wants a commitment from VicRoads that an upgrade of the intersection of the Great Ocean Road and Nelson Street which gives access to the Port of Apollo Bay, be included in the design and funding of the roudabout.
Council Chief Executive Peter Brown said RRV had written to Council requesting in principal support of the roundabout proposal which was RRV's preferred option to upgrade the intersection.
"Council decided at its February Ordinary Council Meeting that it would express an absence of support for the project until determined otherwise," Mr Brown said.
"RRV briefed Councillors on its increased community consultation and the work it had done to address community concerns.
"RRV informed Council that it had chosen a roundabout as its preferred option because of a range of benefits including the relocated war memorial would have paths to the war memorial and the proposal had the support of the local RSL.
"The road authority also advises that parking adjacent to Moontide and the church will increase under the proposal, the roundabout will allow buses to turn around on the Great Ocean Road and address safety issues such as confusion at the intersection and pedestrian safety," he said.
"Council is not an approving authority however RRV has said it would prefer to proceed with the project with Council's support, which we have provided in principal, subject to continuing community consultation and an upgrade of the intersection which provides access to the Port."
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Japan Airlines Flight - Star Wars
Like millions of people around the world, I loved Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The minute the iconic opening song played, I got goosebumps and wanted to cry. I felt like I was transported back to childhood and felt the exact same excitement and awe when I watched Star Wars for the first time. Han Solo still has swagger and Princess Leia still rocks! I was happy that the movie was awesome. I went home, went to the Star Wars Facebook page and made a comment on how I wished they would re release the Star Wars trilogy in the movie theaters before the next installation.
Last April, my wish kind of came true when I flew Japan Airlines business class (JAL 65, Boeing 787-8) using American Airlines points from San Diego to Narita and the Star Wars Trilogy was on the movie list. Watching Star Wars in the air, while being served champagne, sake and Japanese meals is not how I envisioned watching the movies, but it was one of life's unexpected delights and the flight was exceptional.
I am always game for an epic gastro trip and one of my joys is traveling with close friends and family to eat and try new cuisines. One of my best friends, Carmina (aka @thecrazycook_ph) visited San Diego with her family in May. She read about the burgeoning Guadalupe Valley food and wine scene in the and wanted to visit.
We invited Candice, who recommended restaurants and the seven of us drove into Mexico on a beautiful Wednesday in May.
Our first stop was at Doña Sabina Bandera's La Guerrerense in Ensanada, the street mariscos cart made famous by Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations in 2012. I heard lots of great things about their tostadas and was intrigued. I bit into a sea urchin and clam tostada and my first thought was that is is not chilled (most raw food that I eat in the States is refrigerated) followed by the taste of pure fresh seafood deliciousness. The tostada was phenomenal and I can see why they were invited to be a vendor at Anthony Bourdain's Pier 57 food hall opening in New York on August 1, 2017.
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For people who don't have a cat, the type of smooth landings portrayed by cats in movies and TV shows may seem like an exaggeration. But for anyone who has a cat, chances are you've seen your cat pull off a landing that seemed nearly impossible. A cat's ability to always land on its feet is directly tied to the old saying that cats have nine lives.
While cat owners have seen this type of landing in action, they still may not have an explanation for it. So if you're wondering how cats actually pull off this feat, keeping reading to find out!
Can Cats Break Their Legs?
Before we get into how cats are able to always land on their feet, it's worth clearing up one related topic that is a myth. Despite being able to escape many situations that seem like they should result in a break, there are times when a cat can break one or both of its legs. What's interesting is many vets have noticed that cats are more likely to suffer a serious break when they fall from a shorter height rather than a taller one.
The Cat Mechanics That Make Amazing Landings Possible
Known as the righting reflex, the ways a cat's mechanics work explains why felines are more likely to get hurt during shorter falls. When video of a falling cat is slowed down, it's possible to see that a cat begins shifting its balance from the moment a fall begins. A cat's body figures out which side needs to be up, then uses the ears and eyes to direct the proper rotation of the head.
The next motion a cat takes is arching its back so the spine can follow in the rotation. From there, a cat is able to get its legs in position for the landing. Once in this position, the joints of the cat will be able to lessen the impact created by the body's weight. By relaxing, a cat is able to create an effect that's similar to what a parachute does.
Adding to a cat's overall performance during a fall is the fact that they have very flexible backbones. And while mothers are responsible for teaching a variety of behaviors to kittens, the righting reflex is something that cats are born with the ability to do. Kittens as young as six weeks old are able to correct their balance after falling. This "righting reflex" makes these seemingly impossible landings possible, which is where the premise of cats having nine lives originates.
Although cats are truly amazing when it comes to protecting themselves against falls, this isn't a behavior anyone should ever test. Most adults already understand that tossing a cat isn't OK. However, this type of action may not seem as bad to a child, which is why it's important to explain it to them. By using that type of judgment and supporting other aspects of your cat's health by feeding it Pet Wants food, you can help your furry friend enjoy a very high quality of life!


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Before the last big push to Autumn (and the glory that is leggings and wool socks), let's take a minute to remember how lovely this summer was in the Pacific Northwest. The sun was out, the air was warm, and we had some incredible summer storms.
These little lovelies were taken at Ritter Farms in Cle Elum, Washington. A place that feels like home, was the scene of the first day of our marriage, and a constant reminder of love mixed with hard work.


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The Ivory Coast international claims he would have moved to north London "as a last-minute loan" but says he wanted to finish the season with French outfit Lille
Salomon Kalou has revealed he rejected the chance to join Arsenal on loan during the January transfer window.
The former Chelsea forward claims he had the opportunity to move to Arsene Wenger's side on a temporary deal but wanted to finish the campaign with his current club Lille.
"A possible departure? Yes, to Arsenal," Kalou told L'Equipe. "It could have been done as a last-minute loan.
"But I want to finish third, prepare for the World Cup and go to the Stade de France to compete in the final of the Coupe de France."
Arsenal, who lost pace in the race for the Premier League title following a 6-0 defeat against Chelsea, made just one signing in January, with Kim Kallstrom joining the Gunners on loan – though he is yet to make an appearance for the club due to injury.


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Bacon Quiche
- Pastry for single crust 9 inch pie
- 1/4 C. of sliced green onion
- 1 Tbs. of oil
- 1 C. (4 oz.) of shredded natural Swiss cheese
- 6 slices of bacon, crisp cooked and crumbled
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 C. of light cream
- 1/2 tsp. of salt
- 1/2 tsp. of dry mustard
- Dash of ground nutmeg
Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a 9 inch pie plate with pastry, flute edges. Do not prick. Place a 12 inch square of foil over pastry, press in gently to loosely cover pastry. Add about 1 1/2 C. of dried beans to hold down foil and crust. Bake pastry at 425 F for 15 to 18 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Cool slightly, lift foil to remove beans. Reduce oven temperature to 325 F. Cook onion in Crisco until tender. Sprinkle cheese over bottom of pastry, top with bacon and onion. Combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over cheese in pastry shell. Bake at 325 F for 40 to 45 minutes or until set. Let it stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Makes 6 servings
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2006 Southeast Division Predictions
Welcome to the 2006 Southeast Division NBA Preview from Maddux Sports. The regular season opens up October 31st and now is the time to study up on this years teams. If you regularly wager on the NBA our handicappers for Expert NBA Picks and check out the NBA Spreads page to compare odds and increase your winning percentage this season.
2006 Southeast Division NBA Season Preview
It was all Heat last season and that's what it looks like for 2006- 2007. But the Southeast Division certainly has the potential to see some internal movement, despite the fact that on paper the power is with Miami.
Pat Riley's Heat are certainly the hot team for which everyone will be gunning. With Dwayne Wade, Antoine Walker and Shaquille O'Neal back, the NBA champs will be tough to stop. There will be some competition from other divisional powers, such as Detroit, Cleveland and New Jersey. But the fact is that Miami is loaded with starters and backups.
The primary contender to dethrone Miami within the division is the Washington Wizards. Point guard Gilbert Arenas, power forward Antawn Jamison, and small forward Caron Butler comprise one of the best scoring squads in the league. The Wizards have developed a solid team over the past three years but still need a dependable big man and tenacious defense. They've worked at developing and upgrading those areas and could make the half-century mark in wins in 2006-2007.
The up-and-coming team is the Orlando Magic. They may show the most improvement over their 36-win season of last year. Like the Wizards, they still haven't found a center man, and they've put a lot of stock in rookie J.J. Redick. This is a young team, still prone to major growing pains. But considering the vast improvement seen during last season, Coach Brian Hill may just motivate these guys into the post-season.
The Atlanta Hawks, another young team, are hoping for a healthy squad. Shooting guard Joe Johnson is the real thing and with some adequate backup could take this club a step closer to the post-season. Free agent point guard Speedy Claxton has been acquired to run the offense, relieving Johnson of that duty. There's not much depth or size on this team, both of which could prove to be their undoing.
The Charlotte Bobcats, starting their third year as a NBA franchise, possess a lot of young talent. Like the Hawks, the club is short on depth and experience. Gonzaga standout and rookie Adam Morrison should be able to contribute immediately but don't expect him to turn the team around. With Michael Jordan actively involved in the team, the Bobcats are now focused on developing a team that will have the potential to compete and win every night they take the court. They aren't there yet, but they've got the right attitude and some key ingredients.
This season, the Heat may show their age and leave the door open for the rising Wizards or even the much-improved Magic. In the Southeast Division, up-and-coming teams will force Miami to work hard in order to win.
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I'll be giving my "Why You Should Care About Dependency Injection" talk for the Huntsville New Technology Users Group on Tuesday, November 10th. If you will be in the area or know someone that is interested, please pass the word along.
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Why You Should Care About Dependency Injection
Buzzwords such as Inversion of Control, Dependency Injection, and containers have become increasingly popular in the world of .NET development. However, many developers are still wondering what's the big deal? Are you curious what these terms actually mean? Would you like to know why the concepts are important as well as how and when to apply them? If so, please join me for this practical and interactive discussion about how you can greatly reduce the coupling of your application by leveraging these concepts. The Unity IoC Container will be used as a reference for this presentation, but the concepts are applicable to your container of choice.
Although it took me a bit longer than I expected, I have finally posted the slides and source code from my recent presentation for the Birmingham .NET User Group. I would like to thank all of you that attended. If you have any questions about the material, feel free to ping me.
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As has been the case over the last few years…I haven't really had a lot on my mind to write about, so I've limited my comments on the current state of wrestling to short posts on Facebook & Twitter, but there's a lot of good stuff to write about now, so that's why I'm back here today.
For those of you who are in our Facebook Group, WrestlingFansAnonymous or various other groups I might post to or follow me on Twitter, some of this might sound repetitive and for that, I'm sorry. But there's a lot of stuff that's happened in the world of Professional Wrestling over the last few weeks that I'd like to comment on, so please bear with me if I jump around a lot.Continue reading »


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In this interview, Jan Pronk points out that the traditional divide between rich and poor nations has transformed into a more complex divide between classes within all countries. We face huge challenges but what is most worrying is the declining institutional capacity and lack of will to address them. However, positive signs can be found in young peoples' willingness to engage and be open to others from different background.
Q: The financial crisis in the North and new economic powers in the South. How is development changing and what does it mean today?


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Seville Orange Season With It Being Only A Short
With it being only a short season, running from December to February, most of the Seville orange crop is exported to Britain for use in the delicious and decidedly British preserve, marmalade.
Enjoying nothing more than marmalade on toast for breakfast, we decided to stock up, boiling up our own marmalade recipe to create our Chase Marmalade Vodka. This unique tipple begins life as the 'World's Best' Chase Original Vodka, the smooth and creamy spirit is marinated with a bespoke Seville orange marmalade in the Chase alembic copper pot still; Ginny. The resultant spirit is then further distilled in the world's tallest rectification column (standing at 70ft) with the vapours passing through fresh Valencian and Sevillian orange peel, creating a beautifully bittersweet and 100% natural orange experience.
Enjoy with Ginger Beer, lime and bitters as a Marmalade Mule, or serve chilled, straight up as an instant Breakfast Martini.
But so delicious is the Seville orange, we also decided to use them in a bespoke gin recipe. Wanting a crisp, citrusy flavour we decided to use the oranges in their raw form rather than marmalising them first and the result is outstanding.
Using our very own cider apples, we create the base spirit. Slowly, we infuse with a delicate range of eight unique botanicals including; juniper, orange peel, liquorice, elderflower and bitter almond before finally distilling with more of the same sweet Seville orange peel used in our delicious Chase Marmalade Vodka.
Light nectar in appearance, natural floral oils on the nose, fragrant with elderflower upfront on the palate finishing with an expression of fresh Seville orange zest.
Use to create a refreshing Gin and Tonic, served with a slice of fresh orange, or to create a classic Negroni. Also delicious as an Orange Blossom Fizz cocktail: 20ml Seville Orange Gin, 5ml rose water, 10ml honey shaken and topped with fizz.


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A shaded stone stairway built in the early 1920s connects pedestrians from Kessler Parkway to Canterbury Court. But the steps have been hidden by overgrowth and mostly out of use since the '60s of '70s.
Now neighbors are trying to raise money and support to reopen the steps, an original part of Kessler Park, which they say are a convenient way to traverse the neighborhood.
We first wrote about the steps in the November Advocate. Homeowners with property adjacent to the steps have opposed efforts to reopen the steps. But the City Attorney found that individual homeowners don't own the steps. They're on city property.
Neighbors recently created a website with tons of information about the steps and their fight to reopen them. Anyone can help or donate.


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Each time Ganglians had a show either in Sacramento or San Francisco this year, for whatever reason I was not able to attend. But the chance to see them play along with The Beets was one I simply could not miss. The venue was called the Sol Collective, a place in Sacramento which is essentially run by local artists to promote artistic creativity in the city. The place is like a mini gallery with art hanging on the walls and many open rooms to explore. In one corner of the place was a small stage where the music took place.
The opening band was a cover band of an all girl group of name I have forgotten (sorry) but at least these guys rocked whigs and stockings. Next was New Yorks German Measles, who have a 7'' single released on Vivian Girls label Wild World and an EP on Captured Tracks. The songs were not bad, this being my first exposure to the band, but just was not quite into them all that much.
Technically, The Beets were to go on next, another New York band released by Captured Tracks. But from what I heard, they had to get towed to the place due to van trouble and were a bit late (Ganglians went on to play in the mean time). I was a bit more familiar with this band from a 7'' single I had from them and was already liking their music. Their artwork is fantastic, everything from their album covers to backdrops, posters and shirts are done by Matt Volz and their sound is very catchy. Volz also hides behind the large speaker in which he plays recorders, a cassette player for sound effects and manages the bands lighting, all at once. The video image quality is a bit poor due to lack of lighting but the audio came out pretty good.
Ganglians who were supposed to go last but when third went on played and played an extensive set that again blew me away. They performed a couple new songs which sounded really good (nothing yet on a new album or single yet, crossing the fingers) and played both songs from their Captured Tracks single and most of the album on the Woodsist album (no "Rats Man" but still a solid set nonetheless). Reverb in full effect, Ryan Grubbs was stellar as he carried notes and rocked out on keyboard, acoustic and electric guitar. A band on the rise and one to get excited about, Ganglians is one act to see as soon as possible.


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Do you want to be reminded of just how loveable your daughter is every time you yell her name in frustration? Then perhaps Amanda is your girl (name, that is.) Even though the name was extremely loveable (just like it's meaning) in the 80s and 90s, it's been slowly falling out of favor. It's still a pretty-sounding name and has been a lovely choice for a girl ever since the seventeenth-century when poets and playwrights brought this name into popular usage.
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Very often you have to work with huge tables of data in Excel. There is a hard thing to cope with such a mess. In this lesson you will teach yourself how to count a number of errors in your sheet.
To count number of errors in Excel you can use such a formula:
A1:E1000 - this is a range of your data. You can change this part of formula to suit to your worksheet.
Note: Remember that this is an array formula, so you should use CTRL + SHIFT + ENTER key combination.