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There are many reasons why you would want to get messages off your iPhone. Perhaps you need them as evidence for a legal case, or your iPhone screen is broken and you need to check the messages, or you simply want to back them up to computer for future reference. For whichever reason, we are here to offer you with information on how to go about retrieving messages off your device.
1. Copy and Email for Only One or Several Text Messages!
Your message application records all your conversations with partners, families, friends, and loved ones. Most of the texts might mean a lot to you. However, if you just want to back up a few messages, you can copy them from your message application and then paste them to your email address. After doing this, email the texts to yourself. If you want to print them out, just copy and paste them to a word-processing software and then print them out.
2. Get Multiple/All Text Messages Off iPhone
It can take you a lot of time to use the aforementioned method to get multiple messages off your iPhone. A good tool that will help you do this smoothly is iMyFone iTransor. It is an excellent iOS data backup and restore tool made to assist you get numerous messages off your iPhone to computer, and it can do much more than this:
It gets text messages off iPhone onto computer in many readable formats, such as .HTML, .XLS, or .CSV.
Besides text messages, it can get other 18+ types of data off iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, such as WhatsApp messages, notes, voice memos.
It can get text messages off iPhone backup, also, including both iTunes and iCloud backup.
It is compatible with latest iPhone models (iPhone X) and iOS versions (iOS 14), let alone the older ones.
How to Get Text Messages off an iPhone via iTransor?
Before starting the process, you need to download iTransor and install it on your computer. When done, follow these simple steps to get multiple or all text messages off your iPhone:
- Launch iTransor and then connect your iPhone to the computer. Select Export from Device & Backup, and then tap Export from Device.
- On the screen that appears, select Messages as the data you want to export. You can choose other types of data you need, of course.
- Click on Scan to start the scanning process. Here, you can view your text messages in detail and then choose what you want.
- Click Export and select a location and format for the data you would like to export to your computer.
As earlier stated, iMyFone iTransor allows you to export messages in different readable formats such as HTML and CSV. It enables you to store these messages for future use, print them, re-edit them, or dispose the unneeded files. You can do this for any iPhone, regardless of the version.
As seen, getting text messages off your iPhone to computer is quite a simple process. However, you might be wondering how to go about getting any other kind of data off your device. This part of the article will talk about exactly that.
3. How to Get Other Data off iPhone?
iTransor supports many different kinds of data including iMessages, WhatsApp data (including messages, audios, photos), WeChat, Kik, voice memos, Safari history, and contacts. Therefore, you can use the application to get off such data using similar steps as the one used for messages.
4. How to Get Text Messages from Old iTunes Backup?(iOS 14 supported)
You can get text messages off iPhone backup made by iTunes by following these steps:
- Select Export from Backup from the tab Export from Device & Backup. Doing this allows you to see all your iTunes backup files on the computer.
- Choose one file you need to export text messages from and then click Next.
- Select the different kinds of data you would like to export and then click Scan to continue. The program will start scanning the chosen backup file, and you will have access to the file as soon as the process is complete.
- Lastly, tap Export and choose the location and format to export the chosen items to your PC.
For whatever reasons you would like to get text messages off an iPhone to computer, iMyFone iTransor gives you a simple option to go about this process. You do not require any technical expertise to move your messages to your computer with this software. With the stated steps, you should be able to retrieve your messages and use them to fulfill your needs.


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Pregnancy and Pediatric
At first glance, most people don't see the connection between Chiropractic and pregnancy. However, there are four stages in which having an optimally working nervous system can help both child. Read more»
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Breast Thermography
"Breast thermography is a 15 minute non-invasive test of physiology. It is a valuable procedure for alerting your doctor to changes that can indicate early stage breast disease." (American College of Clinical Thermology) Read more»
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December 26, 2016 (BBC News Europe) Some 3,000 people, including more than 100 divers, as well as ships, planes, helicopters and submersibles are involved in the operation near Sochi. Some fragments of the plane have been found, but initial reports that the fuselage was sighted have been denied. The Tu-154 plane carrying soldiers, musicians and reporters was heading for Syria. The flight had originated in Moscow and landed in Sochi for refuelling. The plane disappeared from radar two minutes after taking off from Sochi's Adler airport at 05:25 (02:25 GMT) on Sunday, heading for Latakia in Syria, the defence ministry said. It was carrying 64 members of the famed Alexandrov military music ensemble, who were to perform for Russian troops in Syria.
The Tu-154 that crashed into the Black Sea is seen at a military airport near Moscow in 2015
Emergency officials said initial information suggested the fuselage was located 27m (89ft) below the surface and 1.7km (one mile) from the shore in the direction of the runway. So far only 11 bodies and 154 body parts have been recovered, but officials believe many more may be trapped inside the remains of the aircraft. Search teams worked through the night in three shifts, and the operation "did not stop for a minute", defence ministry spokesman Maj Gen Igor Konashenkov said at a briefing on Monday.
Tupolev-154: Russian workhorse
- The backbone of Soviet and Russian airlines for decades
- Three engines, narrow-bodied and medium range
- Designed in the mid-60s, came into service in 1972 and was modernised in 1986 with new engines and equipment
- Has seen 39 fatal accidents, although few were due to technical problems. Many were as a result of difficult weather conditions and poor air traffic control. A few were lost in conflicts including in Lebanon, Georgia and Afghanistan
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Justin Trudeau: the best advocate for gender diversity!Published on 13 February 2018 by Eglantine Jamet
During the WEF annual meeting in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the case for gender diversity! He clearly explained how a better balance between men and women could benefit businesses individually as well as the global economy. He called for action in order to "hire, promote and retain more women". He himself declared that the shift to more gender diversity was a central element of his leadership.
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Factor to Consider when Hiring a Commercial Cleaning Company
When a right cleaning company is hired, a person will have an assurance the business conditions will be improved.The companies which offer cleaning services in the market are many.The tricky thing about these companies is that they are not similar in terms of the quality and cost they charge.In order for a person to choose the best company for commercial cleaning services, research is important.The importance of research is that a person will have an opportunity to gather vital information about the companies which offer cleaning services.The information gathered by research will help a person to determine the suitability of a commercial company.In addition to research, the following factors will be essential when find a commercial cleaning company.
The cost which you will incur is an important factor to consider before hiring a company.Having done a calculation of how much money you will help to choose a company that will not go beyond your budget.Companies available for cleaning services they do not price their services at the same price.In order to cut down how much money you spend, you need to compare the prices of the various companies in the market.There are also those companies with which you can negotiate help you to have the best deal.It is important for a person to hiring a cleaning company based on the quality services it offers.When the cleaning services are quality, you will get good use of the money you spend.
In choosing a company for commercial cleaning; you need to look for references.The fact about a company which offers quality cleaning services is that it will be more willing to provide referrals.The company's willingness can be attributed to the fact that referrals will help to market the company.Information about the quality of cleaning services provided by company will be known by communication with referrals.The quality as well as price of the cleaning services which a person will gain from a company will be known by communication with referrals.A person should avoid that company which does not offer referrals as it indicates how unfit the company is to offer cleaning services.
You need to look at the certification that a cleaning company has for the services.A company which has person should hire should maintain highest standards of excellence.You will stand to have quality cleaning services if a company you consider follows standards of cleaning.The company which you hire of cleaning services should be insured and licensed to have an assurance of good services.With the help of a license, you will know what skills and experience a company has to clean your business.
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Bedroom comprehensive with non-hand clothes furnishings is not really appealing place for recreation. The 1st and most informing major distinction between an interior designer and interior decorators has to do with their approach to the use of your location. This report will mainly concentrate on house interior style, but we'll touch a little on industrial style to give you some suggestions on the differences, but also some inspiration you can draw from.
Whilst once again, these features can and sometimes in fact do overlap, often interior developers and interior developers even companion up into groups to address the needs of an area from an extensive viewpoint. Hold your thoughts open to all possibilities and applications of furniture…a pulled-collectively solution adds style and a conversation piece to any space.
Do not put also much stuff in your kitchen because it makes it difficult area to move when on the move. Remember that numerous folks calling themselves interior decorators set them up in business with tiny or no experience or instruction. The talented interior designers can make a small home or apartment appear gorgeous from inside as well outside with the help of outstanding interior design and style plans.
With that in mind, you can search the database by state, county, city or zipcode to uncover a list of the nearest interior designer to you. The following photo is a white living space, Some of the white colors are on the walls, ceiling and sofa , but not all given white like the floor, It with a dark brown color to give the impression of contrast and not pale in the complete room.
The client will concern their requests, demands and specifications for the interior design. An interior designer may possibly work for a big corporation, a tiny style firm, or out of their own house. Most of the ideas, strategies and tools I will be supplying in residence interior decorating are for people interested in decorating rooms without having spending a fortune.


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Cortec has added extra vapor phase corrosion inhibitors to its VpCI-368 coating so that it may better protect metal substrates exposed to harsh outdoor conditions. The dark brown viscous liquid dries into a firm moisture-displacing wax-like film that can be removed by mineral spirits or alkaline cleaners such as Cortec VpCI-414. The film can be used for a variety of applications where heavy-duty corrosion protection is needed, including pipe coating, parts storage, underbody coating, wire rope, steel plate, and machined parts.
VpCI-368 is UV resistant and passes 900 to 1,500 hours of ASTM B-117 intense salt spray testing applied at 2 to 3 ml on carbon steel. It also provides multimetal protection on stainless steel, copper, aluminum, and cast iron. The cured film is heat stable up to 392°F (200°C) and is commercially equivalent to MIL-PRF-16173E (Grades 1 and 2). It can be applied by spray or brush.
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Once upon a time, Ginger Leah Rye was a skater dreaming of glory on the ice, but she yearned for something more. Sure; she loved the spandex, the glamour, the giddy highs and lows of high velocity exhibitionism, but the sport lacked a certain je ne ce qua.
It was only when this disciple of old-school Hollywood grace and "virtue" uncovered the world of burlesque that she never looked back. Since 2009 Ginger Leah Rye has been uncovering ways to take audiences to the edges of her imagination, teasing crowds with her killer curves and her sultry smile. Revealing an array of wickedly tantalizing shows, Ginger Leah Rye offers mystery, old-world glamour and titillation.
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Breakfast in the hotel. Shared boat transfer via Arenal Lake to Monteverde. Duration: 3 hours approx.
This service, half tour half transfer, is a picturesque and fastest way to go to Monteverde from Arenal Volcano area. After a 30 minute ride to the dam, you will board a very comfortable and safe pontoon boat. After crossing the lake, (a 30 to 40 minutes boat ride), you will arrive to Río Chiquito, a little town at the other side.
Arenal Lake is the largest and the most important lake in Costa Rica. It was man made in 1974 to provide hydroelectric energy for the country. The lake is also a place where you can find different kinds of resident and migratory birds; sometimes mammals such as monkeys and sloths can be seen. In addition, in a clear day, there are great views of the Arenal Volcano. Once at Río Chiquito, a bus will take passengers to the selected hotel in Monteverde.
Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world, having 4% of all the known species of plants and animals in only 0.04% the earth's surface. Due to its altitudinal variation and climatic factors that vary between the Pacific and Caribbean slopes, Monteverde is perhaps one of the richest regions in the country where there are 3,021 known species including a total of 755 species of trees.
The town of Monteverde, located at the south end of the cloud forest, had its beginnings in the early 1950s with the impetus of a group of Quakers from the United States, a group that came to Costa Rica attracted by its pacific inclinations and disarmament. They established themselves in the region and devoted themselves to produce milk and quality cheeses. Monteverde is located 172 kilometers northeast of San José. The climate is template and humid, with an average of 17ºC (60ºF). Nights are cool and sometimes even cold, especially when the trade winds blow.
Night in selected hotel in Monteverde
Breakfast in the hotel. In the morning, Adventure Combo Tour in Selvatura, including Canopy Tour, Suspension Bridges, visit to the Butterfly Garden, and transportation.
Selvatura Park is a cloud forest conservation project where a wide variety of tours is hosted. Visitors can glide through cables and zip lines through the cloud forest or take the Treetop Walkways consisting of a 3-kilometre trail and eight different bridges. The park also has a butterfly garden hosting more than 50 different species of butterflies and a hummingbird garden, a treat for photography lovers and a spectacular show for anyone who loves nature. There is also an Education Center with a large private insect collection, property of world famous entomologist Dr. Richard Whitten. A Cloud Forest History walk teaches visitors about the natural history of Monteverde and all about the cloud forest ecosystem.
Night in selected hotel in Monteverde
Optional suggested tour (not included):
One of the main attractions of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is its 13-kilometer network of trails. While walking the trails, visitors are presented with a number of options. One alternative is to walk to "La Ventana" scenic overlook, where they may witness the contrasting panorama exhibited naturally by the Continental Divide, a geographical feature that traces the principal mountain ranges of Costa Rica. At this location, visitors can experience the force of the moisture-laden trade winds blowing in from the Atlantic coast, and witness how they descend at high velocity toward the Central Pacific and Northern coastal plains of Costa Rica.
There are over 500 bird species there, including the majestic quetzal and the three-wattle bellbird; 120 species of reptiles and amphibians, and more than 3000 plants, including the highest diversity of orchids in the world. In the main building visitors will find a restaurant and a Gift Shop.
Includes: Entrance fee, tour with a bilingual naturalist guide, and transportation.
Breakfast in the hotel. Shuttle transfer to Guanacaste, specifically to Tamarindo Beach. Duration: 5 hours approx.Tamarindo Beach, located on the Pacific coast, is part of a bay formed by a cape where Playa Grande lies to the North of it, inside the bay. The two beaches are separated by a large mangrove estuary, Estero de Tamarindo. South of Tamarindo there is another beautiful estuary, Estero de San Francisco, and beautiful Playa Langosta. These beaches and estuaries are part of Las Baulas National Park. Most of the native people are descendants of the Chorotega Indians who for many centuries were isolated by the challenging surrounding terrain. While the cultivation and export of coffee and bananas has long fueled most of Costa Rica's economy, this region stands apart. Due to its drier climate and sprawling geography, this area has instead developed a prosperous cattle industry. Dating back to Colonial times, the proud ranching tradition fostered a Hacienda System of land ownership which enabled the local Indian population to share in the region's economy. Nowadays, although the cattle trade still flourished, tourism is now Guanacaste's most thriving industry.
Breakfast in the hotel. Around noon, shuttle transfer back to San José. Duration: 5 hours approx.
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Slim's Healthy Kitchen was opened in July 2013 with the aim of bringing you a healthier and tastier alternative to "fast food".
Slim's Kitchen is located on the Lisburn Road and is open daily until 10pm.
Here at Wilsons Yard we were excited to work with Slim and the guys, providing them with funky, urban products to fit out their restaurant.
They were able to use our reclaimed industrial style lights, salvaged Bangor Blue slates and timber wall cladding to create an interesting and appealing venue. The salvage and recalmation doens't stop there! Some bright spark decided to use Neo Classic radiators as table legs - creating extremely unique and individual tables!
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Enabling billing
To enable billing, we'll guide you through the Google Cloud Platform Console to complete a few tasks:
- Create or choose a project
- Set up or choose your billing profile
- Enable billing on your project
Pay-As-You-Go pricing
The Geolocation API uses a pay-as-you-go pricing model.
How usage and billing work under the pay-as-you-go model
- The Google Maps Platform APIs are billed by SKU.
- Usage is tracked for each Product SKU, and an API may have more than one Product SKU.
- Cost is calculated by: SKU Usage x Price per each use.
- For each billing account, for qualifying Google Maps Platform SKUs, a $200 USD Google Maps Platform credit is available each month, and automatically applied to the qualifying SKUs.
For more information, see Google Maps Platform Billing and Google Maps Platform Reporting.
Pricing for the Geolocation API
Under the pay-as-you-go pricing model, requests for the Geolocation API are billed using the SKU for Geolocation.
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- 100 requests per second (QPS), per user.
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For information on terms of use, see policies for the Geolocation API, and the License Restrictions section of the Google Maps Platform Terms of Service.
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To manage your cost of use of the Google Maps Platform APIs, you can set daily quota limits on all requests to any billable API.
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- Go to the Google Cloud Platform Console.
- Click the project drop-down and select a project.
- Open the Quotas page.
- Click the APIs drop-down and select the Geolocation API.
- To view the quota limits, scroll down to the Requests
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- To change a quota limit, click the Edit icon for that limit.
In the dialog that appears, in the Quota Limit field, enter the preferred billable daily quota limit (up to the quota limit, if any, specified by Google) and click Save.
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text: 1. Meet Fungie the dolphin, Dingle, County Kerry A true star of the seas, Fungie, the wild bottlenose dolphin, has been delighting tourists and locals alike since 1983 when he first appeared in Dingle harbour, County Kerry. Dingle Dolphin Boat Tours provides trips to catch a glimpse of Fungie leaping out of the waves – sightings are so regular that you won't be charged if he doesn't show! On shore, you'll even find a statue of our flippered friend who has made his home along the Wild Atlantic Way. 2. Feast your eyes on the fallow deer of Phoenix Park, Dublin Just beyond the bustling streets of Dublin city lies a lush, green oasis. Beloved by the city's inhabitants, Phoenix Park may be home to Dublin Zoo, but it's the wild herd of fallow deer that will capture your attention should you stroll by. The deer were introduced to the park in the 17th century, and the present-day herd is descended from those who were once hunted for food. Hire a bike, go for a stroll, or simply rest beneath the shade of the park's ancient trees. Today, nature lovers and deer enjoy this 350-year-old park side by side, with 200 adorable fawns born each year. 3. See puffins on Rathlin Island, County Antrim Hop on the ferry to Rathlin Island for Northern Ireland's largest seabird colony. The Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre reveals all about breeding season, which starts in April, when puffins, razorbills and guillemots flock to the island, circling the skies and creating a cacophony of bird song. It's the puffins, though, that stand out from the crowd. These beautiful creatures mate for life – but only meet with their significant other for breeding season. So, you could say Rathlin Island is the ultimate romantic getaway! You'll also see Ireland's only upside down lighthouse here – its glowing red light glimmering out onto the wild waves below. 4. Meet a cheeky seal in Wicklow Why did the seal cross the road? To get to the fish shop on the other side! Well, that's the case for Sammy the grey seal, a local favourite and viral sensation thanks to his daily trips to the quays in Wicklow town. Local fishmonger and restaurateur, Alan Hegarty, first handed a snack to Sammy in 2012, and the curious seal has been returning ever since. Each summer, Wicklow Seafood Festival marks the mammal's birthday. And to catch a glimpse of him, Sammy is known to time his meals, ambling on shore at 9am, 1pm and 4pm – stopping people (and traffic) in their track! 5. Irish wolfhounds at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, County Clare Synonymous with Celtic Ireland's legends and folklore, two Irish wolfhounds have recently been introduced to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park in County Clare. And, with a little help from the public, these gentle giants were named Meabh (Mayve) and Saoirse (Seer-sha). The wolfhound's fearsome loyalty is well documented, especially in the tale of how the brave warrior Cú Chulainn got his name. As the most complete ancient fortress in Ireland, visitors can meet the pair in Bunratty while experiencing 19th century life in the 'living village'. Discover more of Ireland's wild side Trip Idea: Wild IrelandWhether it's on land, sea, or even in our skies, the island of Ireland is brimming with engaging and thrilling wildlife experiences. Safe Safari in irelandOur animals are wild but not deadly! Get ready to embark on a safe safari around Ireland and don't forget your camera! Ireland's natural phenomenaExplore the natural phenomena of Ireland from the legendary Giant's Causeway to the wildflower wonders of The Burren.


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- Format: Wii U
- Unleashed: Out Now
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo/Platinum Games
- Players: 1-2 (offline only)
- Site: http://starfoxzero.nintendo.com/
- Game code provided by the publisher
"Don't knock it until you've tried it" is an oft-used phrase (in certain areas of Blighty, at least). It might not be the best attitude to take towards things such as injecting yourself with heroin, tickling a tiger, or watching Take Me Out; but generally speaking, it's a sound life philosophy. It certainly applies to Star Fox Zero. To be honest, the thought of a compulsory mish-mash of motion controls and "proper" controls filled us with dread. Not only does the control system work extremely well, however, it helps make this the best Star Fox game yet.
So is this a prequel, a sequel, or a remake? The answer is… well, it's largely a remake if you want to get all pigeonholey. There's no denying that this is, depending on where in the world you are, Lylat Wars or Star Fox 64. What's basically happened here though is that Nintendo have handed the game to Platinum, who have then thrown a load of new elements in and given the whole thing a remix.
It's still largely an on-rails shooter, with more freedom afforded in the arenas where you switch to "all range mode". Most standard enemies will burst into flames with just one or two shots, because there are so many of them. Bosses are either huge or extremely agile, and take a lot of punishment before finally going down. The large ones have coloured or otherwise easily identifiable weak points. The story is gloriously vague and daft, concerning as it does a crack squadron of space pilots consisting of a fox, a toad, a hare, and some kind of bird thing. The military general is a dog. Their arch-enemies include a wolf and a pig. It has both feet in arcade land, refusing to take itself particularly seriously and being a better game for it.
Although it's a game painted with broad strokes of simplicity for gloss, it's always had several layers of complexity. There are more overt signs of this now, although this doesn't go much further than new vehicles and transformation abilities. As well as the jet-flavoured spaceship, the Arwing, there are a few newcomers too. The tank-like Landmaster returns, but now it can transform into a jet with (admittedly limited) flying powers. Conversely, you can unlock the ability to transform the Arwing into the amusingly chickenesque Walker, which was rescued from the canned Star Fox 2.
With this unlocked, you can return to the very first stage for an example of the familiar-yet-different nature of this game. There's an alternate route here that leads to a different (and much more difficult) boss fight. Whereas before you had to follow Falco through a specific route by flying your Arwing, you now open up the new route by transforming at a certain point to trigger a ground-based switch which opens up a nearby tunnel.
An all-new playable vehicle is the Gyrowing, a slow and slightly awkward flying craft that can lower a little robot to grab hidden collectibles, hack into panels, and speak in an annoying voice. The level where this takes centre stage is easily the game's low point because, although it's not a bad experience as such, the slow pace and different gameplay style mean it fits uncomfortably into a game that's mostly about reactions and adrenaline.
Now, those controls.
Movement of your craft is via the left stick, with the right stick's function varying slightly according to vehicle (usually boost, brake, and dodge). Somersaults and changing direction can be performed with a tap of a button should you so wish, and we did so wish. Where the motion controls come in is with aiming. The ever-present reticule is moved about the screen by moving the GamePad itself, and we were relieved to find that the sensitivity has been judged just about perfectly. Is it as precise as an analogue stick? No. Is it an alternative that works? Absolutely.
You've essentially had 360 degree hinges added to your lasers, as you're now able to quickly and easily shoot things at all angles rather than being limited to things directly in front of you. The TV displays the traditional third person view, the GamePad the cockpit view (though you can swap these round at will). You can disable motion controls, but only for when you're not actually shooting. This dampens them rather than shuts them off altogether, but comes fairly close to the old way of doing things if that's what you prefer. We muffled the controls in this way after our first run through the story, but quickly found that we much preferred the game with motion controls on. Never in our wildest dreams did we imagine that sentence would ever get typed.
It's all about immersion, which these controls go a long way to creating. We tend to mute the GamePad but, after the tutorial impatiently ordered us to turn the volume up, we found this was the only way to play Star Fox Zero. The way it mimics radio chatter is simplistic but very, very endearing. Shame the Wii U controller has a rubbish battery life, shortened still further by a combination of motion controls and sound.
It's more of a challenge than you might expect, too. Acing all the unlockable tutorial/challenge stages alone is surprisingly difficult and, although your first run through the main game will likely be about four hours, there are medals to be earned and whole new stages to discover. This first run through will also unlock Arcade Mode, basically a single run-through of whichever path you choose to take with no continues. What's sadly missing is any kind of competitive multiplayer, a friend only able to join in as gunner.
It's big, it's bold, it plays to fan nostalgia, and most importantly of all it's fun. It's the ultimate version of a Nintendo fan favourite that wouldn't be possible on any other console. The bittersweet truth is, it's exactly what the Wii U needed about three years ago.


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- TEN-GALLON TENSION The Tea Party, pro-lifers, Super PACs, Ayn Randists and rape deniers form a discordant GOP.
I had a decision to make. I'd been in Tampa for all of 15 minutes, and I was already late for something, anything, everything—a white rabbit with OCD, searching for Mad Hatters.
Of course, I knew that the real Republican National Convention would occur far from the klieg lights and sound bites of primetime. At that very moment, Lynyrd Skynyrd was playing an exclusive gig downtown, Log Cabin Republicans were gathering at a bar called the Rusty Pelican and throngs of delegates, dignitaries and media were gaping at bright, shiny things dangled by the Tampa Bay Welcoming Committee at Tropicana Field.
Instead, I opted to drive my Democrat-blue rental car with Rhode Island plates to the gritty outskirts of eastern Tampa for a Tea Party gathering dubbed "Unity Rally 2012." As Hurricane Isaac veered left, I was about to turn hard right.
That's because my focus in Tampa was of a broader scope: to see if there is any room for moderation left or if we are, in fact, in the middle of an ideological civil war. Beg your pardon. An "Ideological War of Northern Aggression." This is the South, after all.
Whether you view the Tea Party as a beacon of light or the heart of darkness, there's no denying that the passionate consortium of pissed-off conservatives represents both the fervent desire for a better future and the philosophical abyss that divides the country's partisans. Virtually every Republican I spoke to during the RNC believes that the Tea Party is unfairly maligned and its key issues (fiscal conservatism, small government, taxes) frequently misrepresented. Liberals see the Tea Party as the end result of conservatives going off their meds en masse. Republicans see a grassroots return to conservative principles.
There was supporting evidence for both arguments at the Unity Rally. Dustin Stockton, chief strategist for TheTeaParty.net, told several hundred attendees—some waving "Don't Tread on Me" flags, others dressed in colonial garb—that "what we're proposing isn't radical; it isn't extreme." He then implied that the U.S. Postal Service should be abolished.
Stockton was preceded by conservative talk-show host Neal Boortz calling Democrats "the looters, the moochers, the parasites" and Tea Party Nation founder Judson Phillips pulling a Chuck Heston in offering his freedom and liberty to Obama and company "when you pry it from my COLD! DEAD! HANDS!"


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Suicide Squad – Official Trailer 1 Released
DC has dedicated this night on the CW to showcase two of its upcoming flicks, Batman Vs Superman and Suicide Squad. While the marketing has been ramping up for BvS, which makes sense considering it releases on March 25, we've only been given quick glimpses and teasers for Suicide Squad; until now, that is.
Check out the first Suicide Squad trailer, and let us know what you think. Honestly, I am far more hyped for this than I am BvS. That's not to say I'm not going to see it the first moment I get, but Suicide Squad just seems insanely fresh and a bit off-the-cuff. Who can turn down Jared Leto and Margot Robbie? That's right, no one!
Suicide Squad will release this August.


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Every Day I Took The Same Bus To My Office Just To Catch A Glimpse Of Him
Every Day I Took The Same Bus To My Office Just To Catch A Glimpse Of Him
I had a mutual breakup and it took me some time to get over it. I was moving on when I saw him. I was sitting in the window seat and my eye caught a tall, well-dressed guy who was waiting to board the bus.
I was curious to see his face, and as soon as he got inside the bus, I saw him. It was love at first sight.
There was something about him that made me think about him again and again. Both of us got down to the last stop and our paths changed from there.
I waited for his glimpse for few days but got disappointed as he didn't show up.
One fine day, I saw him again and this time I made notice of his every single detail carefully. This continued for few days. I would check him out every day and there came the day when I got caught. When he noticed me for the first time and I just pretended to ignore.
All this was happening on our bus journey towards the office. Few days passed by and this time I got a front seat, which was near to driver's cabin.
I saw him coming towards the bus and I behaved as if I didn't notice him at all.
The bus was crowded and he managed to get in but was standing in the last row. I never liked to see him standing while I had a seat. I always wished that I could offer him my seat.
I tried to catch his glimpse without him noticing, so I turned my head a bit around. And guess what, he was already looking at me.
I quickly turned my head forward. My curiosity rose so I turned to see him again and this time our eyes met. I pretended to ignore but was happy from inside.
Then came our stop, I was waiting to get down but couldn't as I was seating in the cabin row. Everyone was getting down and he was coming closer to the door. Our eyes met and he waited for a while until I opened the door.
He was standing right behind me when I got down. It was such a beautiful moment.
We headed towards our own office paths when I looked back to see him one more time. He was already looking right back at me. I was on cloud nine. The whole day I dreamt about us.
From next day onwards, we tried to get a seat next to each other but we never talked. Maybe that was the beauty of our relationship.
I was always nervous what if he starts the conversation. I didn't know anything about him.
I liked this phase of my life where we only did the talking with our eyes. I liked the idea of mischievously staring at each other and that would do all the talking for us.
I have spent days dreaming about him.
Luckily, we got a seat next to each other one day and I heard him talking to someone over the phone. The way he talked, I understood that he was Bohri Muslim. At least now I knew something about him.
I started searching more about his community to know more about him. Our second last catchup was superb where he was about to talk to me, but he was interrupted by his friend.
It was such a memorable day; we both were bindaas-ly staring at each other.
I clearly remember the date 26th June 2014 which was our last eye meet. I waited for him one whole month. Sometimes I came early, sometimes late – just to adjust time with his. But he was nowhere to be found. I thought maybe it was the month of Ramzan and he might be on leave.
I waited for Ramzan to end. I used to pray for him daily to give him strength throughout the Ramzan. I used to eat less during that period thinking of him.
Finally, Ramzan ended and I got even more disappointed when I didn't seem for another three months. Like this wasn't enough, I got another bad news in the same week.
My office was shifting to a new place in November. I was heartbroken then. I tried my best to find him but in vain. It had been four years now and I still remember him and our busy journey from Gurgaon station to Mayur Nagar
I never got a chance to express my love for my Bohri.
Today, I am happily married to another guy, who used to stare me in the same bus. He knows about this.
I sometimes ask him to get me my Bohri, to which he teasingly says that my Bohri would be married by now and must be having kids.
I am so thankful to my husband for happily cracking jokes on him and for maturely dealing with this chapter of my life.


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The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to philosophy: Philosophy – study of general and fundamental problems concerning matters such as existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. It is distinguished from other ways of addressing fundamental questions (such as mysticism, myth, or the arts) by its critical, generally systematic approach and its reliance on rational argument. The word "Philosophy" comes from the Greek philosophia (φιλοσοφία), which literally means "love of wisdom".
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Rewrite is a massively ambitious visual novel written by Romeo Tanaka (Humanity Has Declined, Cross Channel) with contributions from Ryukishi07 (Higurashi, Umineko) and Yuuto Tonokawa (Little Busters!). It's published by Key, but is ultimately unlike anything else Key has ever done. It's become one of my favorite works alongside Madoka and Evangelion. If you haven't read it (or heard of it at all), this post was written for you.
Rewrite is complex and deceptive in ways that make it remarkably challenging to describe what it's actually about without massively spoiling later parts of its story, but I'll try to give a taste of its premise here. Rewrite is a series of related personal stories all revolving around a war being waged by two ancient secret societies both seeking control over an apocalyptic device. It's also a ridiculous school comedy, a romance, an action-adventure, an espionage plot, a meditation on human conflict and compassion, and so much more.
For a more surface-level synopsis of what you'll see closer to the beginning of the story: A goofy dork named Kotarou Tennouji awkwardly tries to wrangle some other weirdos into an after-school group to do occult research around town. Kotarou has had some bizarre supernatural experiences of his own, and for as long as he can remember, he's kept secret an ability to "rewrite" his body, changing himself in irreversible ways.
Rewrite is a sprawling, multifaceted work that was supremely enjoyable to read, made me feel a lot of things, and left me with a message I'm going to be thinking about for a long time.
It also has some supremely good music.
And Chiwa Saito, Eri Kitamura, and Kana Hanazawa all in amazing roles.
Some questions and answers for newcomers:
- Where can I get Rewrite?
There's not currently an official English release, but if you can find the original Japanese release (not the recent rerelease version, "Rewrite+"), Amaterasu have released a full English translation patch that can be downloaded from here.
There will be an official English release of Rewrite+ at a yet-undetermined future point, but the changes are relatively minor, so if you're interested at all, I don't think there's much reason to wait. If you like Rewrite, though, please support the creators and buy Rewrite+ when it becomes available in English!
- This is just more typical Key stuff, though, right?
Nope! Only a minority of Rewrite's content was written by an in-house Key writer, and the scope and execution of the story as a whole are hugely different from what Key is known for. It's not a harem, and Jun Maeda's only creative involvement was a small (and awesome) contribution to the soundtrack, so you're not going to find any baseball episodes, deus ex machina endings, or moe girls dying in the snow here. Rewrite actually makes a point of skewering no small number of Key cliches.
- Can I just watch the anime instead?
Please don't! The anime leaves out nearly all of Rewrite's original story and sits in a weird place between clumsily-rushed partial adaptation and guilty-pleasure self-parody. It has some entertaining moments if you're already in love with Rewrite's world and characters, but it's missing nearly everything that makes Rewrite what it is. Characters' personalities have been heavily altered, motivations have become often arbitrary as a side effect of the rushed pacing, and much of the seriousness and meaning are just gone from it. The anime also frequently suffers from some seriously awkward (cheap) animation. If you're new to Rewrite, I really, really strongly recommend avoiding the anime and checking out the visual novel instead.
- I'm reading, but when do things get serious?
Rewrite has three distinct phases: the Common Route, the Heroine Routes, and finally the True Routes (Moon and Terra).
The Common Route is largely a comedy serial, intermingled with some small glimpses into the secrets of Rewrite's world. It admittedly starts off a bit dry, but for me it became progressively more ridiculous and fun as I got further into it. The Common Route is rather lengthy, spanning around a month and a half of in-world time, but the payoff for it is enormous. (If you're still in the Common Route and need a reminder of some of the things you're in for later, go into the Gallery and rewatch the opening credits video.)
Toward the end of the Common Route, certain significant events in mid-November lead to a branch-off into one of five Heroine Routes, each of which is a largely-independent story focused around a different piece of the same larger conflict. Each of the Heroine Routes has a completely different mood and even genre from the others, and completing all five of them is required to unlock the True Routes.
The True Routes are in some ways a complete departure, and in other ways the culmination of and answer to all that came before them.
Rewrite does have a small handful of really dumb out-of-place fanservice moments here and there, but thankfully they're very few and far between, only occupying a few minutes of a story that's countless hours long. The Rewrite+ rerelease unfortunately adds some more of this.
- Where should I start with all the different Heroine Routes?
The usual recommendation you'll hear online is Kotori->Chihaya->Lucia->Shizuru->Akane, but I don't think you need to follow it quite that strictly. (I didn't.)
Based on my own experiences, my advice is to pick between Kotori and Chihaya first. Once you've completed both of those, read Lucia and Shizuru (again, both in either order). Then Akane's is left as the last remaining one. (Lucia's is pretty different from the other routes, Shizuru's has plot points dependent on information from Kotori's and Chihaya's, and Akane's is arguably the most complex and relies on having a solid grasp on Rewrite's world gained from the other routes.)
Each route has a very different style and feel than the others, with one being a grim survival scenario, one being a shonen action-adventure, one being mystery/horror, and so on.
Amaterasu's English translation patch for Rewrite comes with a walkthrough txt file that should be findable in your Rewrite folder after you've installed the patch. I recommend checking into that so you can get into the routes you want without having to guess about it.
(Don't forget to read Moon and Terra after you're done with all the Heroine Routes!)
The tl;dr version of this post: Rewrite is great, I love it, more people need to experience it. Give it a try sometime.
If you've already read Rewrite, I want to hear what you think of it! Please tag any spoilers with the relevant routes!


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Flavorist Marie Wright talks about Flavor Chemistry and the Aroma of Success on Nov 17.
Marie Wright, Vice President & chief global flavorist at Wild Flavors, Inc. will talk about Flavor Chemistry and the Aroma of Success on Monday, November 17, 2–3 p.m. in room 205 Babcock Hall.
Being credited with creating over 1000 flavors, Ms. Wright will discuss the science and art of flavoring and her journey up the corporate ladder.
Flavor chemists work with and manipulate essential oils, plant extracts and volatile chemicals to produce artificial and natural flavors and smells. They study and work with molecules responsible for flavor. They aim to create entirely new flavors that resonate with consumers and tap into the emotional connections people have with food. Flavorists have to be trend spotters, keeping tabs on global developments in food culture.
The talk is presented by the UW-Madison Department of Food Science with support from the Women in Science & Engineering Grant Program.


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Every Saturday we hope to share with you our thoughts on reading and books. We thought that it would be good practice to reflect on our reading lives and our thoughts about reading in general. While on occasion, we would feature a few books in keeping with this, there would be a few posts where we will just write about our thoughts on read-alouds, libraries, reading journals, upcoming literary conferences, books that we are excited about, and just book love miscellany in general.
The Snatchabook
Written by Helen Docherty
Illustrated by Thomas Docherty
Published by Sourcebooks (2013)
Copy provided by Wayne County Public Library.
I came across this picturebook online and was able to find a copy in our catalog. The book was tucked quietly in our Children's department. I got excited when I found out that it had become available the day after I placed a hold on it.
Somewhere in the forest, in a place called Burrow Down, animals loved to read, especially at night. Bedtime stories about dragons and witches, and pirates and princesses were among the favorites. Everyone was happy and content, until one night… the Snatchabook stirred trouble in town! The books started disappearing one by one, until there was none to read at bedtime! Will they ever catch the book thief?
As Brian Selznick pointed out, The Snatchabook demands to be read out loud. The short rhyming verses in the book make it a great read-aloud bedtime story. Helen Docherty, who spent most of her career as a language teacher, collaborates with her husband, Thomas, a children's book illustrator. This book is a such a joy to read. It's perfect for book lovers and anyone who has enjoyed being read to when they were younger.


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Please join us this Thursday, August 25th, from 6pm until 8pm for a special, members-only evening with Robert Jackson at our genealogy library. An added bonus is that metered parking is free after 6pm and much easier to find!
There will be informal discussion around early German records (he'll help demystify), plus the latest news from Robert about newly available German Genealogy resources.
If time allows, he will walk you through some early marriage and baptism entries, along with how to deal with them. No registration needed.
About the instructor
Robert Jackson holds a Ph.D. in history from Harvard University. After several years' teaching at the college level, he pursued a professional career in banking and finance. Since retiring, he has assisted a variety of not-for-profit and community organizations. He has also been enjoying his hobbies of genealogy and tennis.
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NEW YORK -- After finishing their exhibition match Monday night in the BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden, Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka announced they are planning a collaboration. So what are the top two women tennis players in the world planning to debut?
It's karaoke. The two are planning a performance of Rihanna's raw ballad "Stay," although details are still sketchy.
"I'm studying the piano chorus," Azarenka explained at a postmatch press conference, "and she's going to sing."
That was when Williams, who won the exhibition, started to laugh. So how can fans watch this, um, duet?
"We haven't decided," Azarenka said. "We thought about maybe performing a live show, maybe in Madison Square Garden?"
They both laughed, and Williams added, "I have a lot of practice to do."
It was just a snapshot of their relationship, yet it's hard to overstate how rare it is for the top two women in the game, two women who have produced the best tennis on the tour the past six months, to be so at ease with each other when the competition is over.
"It's definitely not [usual]," said Willliams, currently ranked No. 1. "But I think we really respect each other and I like Victoria as a person. I love how she's so competitive on the court and even if she's playing me, she gets so competitive and angry and fights, but at the same time when the match is over, it's done. I like that.
"A lot of people play me, and only me, tough, but one thing I love about her -- she plays everybody tough."
Let's be honest, the 31-year-old Williams is hardly one to fake a friendship at this stage in her career. But her connection with the 23-year-old Belarusian isn't as strange as it initially may seem. The two are the most competitive and calmly confident players currently on tour, and recognize a little of each in the other.
Challenging opponent
"For us as players, it's also exciting to have someone who challenges you, who excites you to go on the court," Azarenka said. "And off the court we're doing pretty good, too."
They could relax a little more on Monday, given the fact they were playing an exhibition match. When the two meet on tour, there are championship titles and millions in prize money at stake. On Monday night at Madison Square Garden, the checks were probably already in the bank.
Rafael Nadal reportedly earned $1.5 million to make his first hard-court (kind of) event since a knee injury kept him out of competitive tennis for seven months. Williams has been dealing with a back injury, one that prompted her to pull out of a Dubai tournament on Feb. 20.
"I'm getting $3 million," Williams said wryly. "Vika's getting $3.5 [million]."
"And no taxes," Azarenka said.
It's not a bad idea: Take the best rivalry in the women's game and make it a show. Although Williams won 6-4, 6-3, the second set was more entertainment than serious tennis.
At one point, Azarenka's boyfriend, Redfoo (formerly of the group LMFAO), took over the service duties for a point. Then Azarenka served underhanded and she and Williams played a left-handed point. Fans yelled down to the players without getting a perfunctory "Quiet, please."
"That shot was sexy and I know it," yelled one fan after an Azarenka winner, referring to an LMFAO hit.
So is there any chance all this fun will sap the intensity out of their on-court rivalry? The two didn't seem concerned.
"Honestly, if I can balance it with my sister, then I can balance it with anybody," Williams said.


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Shelf Stable milk has gotten a bad reputation, but it is totally safe for my family and yours and I'm going to tell you all the reasons why we loving using it. It is also perfect in this ham and cheese quiche recipe!
This delicious Ham and Cheese Quiche mixes up fast and has so little hands on time! Make it for a delicious weeknight dinner, or a big Sunday morning brunch! Serve it with some of the best buttermilk pancakes and berry cobbler french toast!
I know some people are nervous when it comes to shelf stable milk but for years, I have loved including Horizon Organic's shelf stable milk boxes in my kids' lunch boxes as a special treat. A few years ago, I included them with these super fun Printable Halloween Lunch Box Jokes. Their shelf stable milk boxes have always been seen by our kids as a special treat, and I love that we can just store them in our pantry. And now Horizon is selling them in quart size boxes, so I can always keep milk on hand!
I am proud to be working with Horizon Organic to bring you this amazing quiche recipe. There are a lot of misconceptions about shelf stable milk, but our family has been using Horizon products for years and we love that their shelf stable milk is now available in quart size!
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- Horizon Organic uses a process of ultra high temperature pasteurization, killing much more bacteria, which allows their milk to be shelf stable for extended periods of time. This is referred to as uht milk.
- All of Horizon's pasteurization practices are regulated by the United States Department of Agriculture.
- Horizon Organic also uses special aseptic packaging that keeps their shelf stable milk, shelf stable. Once opened the milk needs to be refrigerated, but sealed and in it's special packaging, it is good in your pantry for weeks.
There are so many reasons why we love Horizon, but one of the big reasons is their delicious shelf stable milk!
- Horizon's individual shelf stable milk is so convenient. I can bring the single serve cartons along when we head out the door for the day without having to worry about refrigerating it!
- It makes a perfect snack for days we are out and about. With 8 grams of protein, it is a snack that is going to keep my kids from getting hangry in the middle of our fun!
- The quart sized shelf stable milk is great to keep on hand in the pantry! With three hungry kids, we are always fighting for fridge space, and we are always going through milk. Being able to keep a few boxes of milk in the pantry is so handy!
Horizon's shelf stable milk is so perfect in my recipes, and I feel great about cooking with it for my family! It was perfect in this Ham and Cheese Quiche Recipe! This ham and cheese quiche is delicious, and is so easy to throw together. It would be great for a family brunch, but would also be great to pull out of the refrigerator for an easy weeknight meal. Prep it the night before and then just grab it out of the fridge before dinner the next day. It is delicious warm or cold!
It's back to school season!! That means so many different things in my house. It means family meetings so we can talk about busy schedules and getting everyone on the same page. It means planning delicious easy weeknight meals like this ham and cheese quiche recipe. And it means packing lunches that make me feel good as a mom and that my kids will love!
- You can use a pre-made pie crust for this recipe, but I really love how my fool proof pie crust recipe tastes!
- Before I threw my pie crust in the oven, I refrigerated it a little first in the pan. Roll it out, put it in the pan, flute the edges, and wrap it in saran wrap. This keeps it from shrinking while it bakes and helps hold all of the yummy filling.
- Pre bake the pie crust before you fill it by covering it aluminum foil and holding it down with pie weights or loose change. Again this keeps it from shrinking and the foil keeps the crust from burning.
- If you bake this quiche recipe on a baking sheet, you don't have to worry about it over flowing and making a mess in your oven.
- Wait an hour before slicing your quiche so that it holds it's shape. This makes it a great recipe to make the night before and pull out right before dinner.
- If you love the idea of a quiche but want to cut back on calories and up the veggies you are giving your family, try this Crustless Vegetable Quiche.
- This Breakfast Braid is a super fun idea that is great for dinner or brunch!
- Your kids will totally flip out over this Overnight Berry Cobbler French Toast. It is absolutely delicious!
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Ham and Cheese Quiche Recipe
- pie crust (store bought or homemade)
- 5 Horizon Organic Eggs
- 2 cups Horizon Organic Shelf Stable Milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Horizon Organic Shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon organic chives minced
- 12 ounces organic ham cubed
- Roll out the pie crust and put in a deep 9 inch pie pan, wrap with saran wrap and put in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Take out the pie crust, take off the plastic wrap. Line the pie crust with two sheets of aluminum foil. On top of the aluminum foil, place pie weights or loose coins. Bake the pie crust for 25 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees.
- In a large boil whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until there are no streaks of eggs left. Stir in the chives, ham, and cheese.
- Remove the foil and loose change from the pie crust. While it is still warm, pour the filling into the pie crust, until it is just full (you might have a little filling left). Place on a baking sheet and bake for 70 minutes or until a knife inserted in the quiche comes out clean. The center will be set but soft.
- Let the quiche set for at least an hour before slicing.
Other great breakfast recipes that you can use shelf stable milk for
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Brain Computer Interfaces, a Review
Department of Signal Theory, Communications and Telematics Engineering, University of Valladolid, Valladolid 47011, Spain
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Sensors 2012, 12(2), 1211-1279; https://doi.org/10.3390/s120201211
Received: 29 December 2011 / Revised: 16 January 2012 / Accepted: 29 January 2012 / Published: 31 January 2012
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Collaborative Sensors)
A brain-computer interface (BCI) is a hardware and software communications system that permits cerebral activity alone to control computers or external devices. The immediate goal of BCI research is to provide communications capabilities to severely disabled people who are totally paralyzed or 'locked in' by neurological neuromuscular disorders, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, brain stem stroke, or spinal cord injury. Here, we review the state-of-the-art of BCIs, looking at the different steps that form a standard BCI: signal acquisition, preprocessing or signal enhancement, feature extraction, classification and the control interface. We discuss their advantages, drawbacks, and latest advances, and we survey the numerous technologies reported in the scientific literature to design each step of a BCI. First, the review examines the neuroimaging modalities used in the signal acquisition step, each of which monitors a different functional brain activity such as electrical, magnetic or metabolic activity. Second, the review discusses different electrophysiological control signals that determine user intentions, which can be detected in brain activity. Third, the review includes some techniques used in the signal enhancement step to deal with the artifacts in the control signals and improve the performance. Fourth, the review studies some mathematic algorithms used in the feature extraction and classification steps which translate the information in the control signals into commands that operate a computer or other device. Finally, the review provides an overview of various BCI applications that control a range of devices. View Full-Text
Keywords: brain-computer interface (BCI); electroencephalography (EEG); rehabilitation; artifact; neuroimaging; brain-machine interface; collaborative sensor system
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Created under eighth generation Master Distiller Charles Maxwell, Chilgrove's Dry Gin is made using 11 botanicals from a base of neutral spirit distilled from grapes, rather than cereal, which its makers, Christopher Tetley and co‐founder Dr Celia Beaumont‐ Hutchings, say gives it a unique "smooth and elegant style."
The 11 botanicals used in Chilgrove gin include juniper berries, coriander seeds, sweet orange, angelica root, lime, liquorice root, orris root, grains of paradise – a member of the ginger family – and Water Mint, native to England.
Christopher Tetley, founder and director, said: "It has taken many years researching and tasting the gins we respect and enjoy, along with the history of the spirit itself, to launch Chilgrove as a gin we are truly proud of. English gin as we know it today has its roots in 16th century Holland and is derived from the juniper‐based drink jenever which was originally made using alcohol distilled from wine.
"The change to a cereal‐base occurred as a result of a wine‐shortage in Holland driven by the significant effects of the Little Ice Age on European viticulture coupled with changes in the political landscape.
"This is the first time that Master Distiller, Charles Maxwell has distilled a gin using this method. Many new gins rely on an increased number of ingredients to present complexity and character, but our own approach is entirely different.
"We stripped away the need for prominent, unusual botanicals which has been the current trend. Instead, we went back to first principles, looked at the very heart of gin and sourced a grape neutral spirit which is altogether finer to work with. Whilst this presents a greater challenge to the Master Distiller, the result is a more refined, elegant style of gin with sophisticated, approachable, modern flavours."
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Today, Alain Ratier, Director-General of EUMETSAT and Wu Yanhua, Vice Administrator of the China National Space Administration (CNSA) signed an agreement that provides the policy framework for the continuation and expansion of EUMETSAT's cooperation with China on monitoring the atmosphere, oceans and climate from space.
Wednesday, 15 March 2017
The policy framework established by this agreement will facilitate the implementation and extensions of the agreements already in force with the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) and the National Ocean Satellite Application Centre (NSOAS).
The cooperation encompasses data exchange, scientific cooperation and coordination of respective observation systems in the context of the World Meteorological Organization, the Global Architecture for monitoring climate from space, the Coordination Group for Meteorological Satellites and the Committee for Earth Observation Satellites.
It will capitalise on the long term, multi-satellite programmes approved by China and the EUMETSAT Member States.
EUMETSAT's Director-General, Alain Ratier, said. "Our cooperation with China started almost 20 years ago with CMA and was extended to NSOAS in 2012. It has already brought substantial mutual benefits through data exchange and coordination of our respective satellite systems. The agreement we sign today provides the policy framework and encouragement to expand further the cooperation with our Chinese partners, taking advantage of the more capable satellites that both sides will deploy."
About EUMETSAT
The European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites is an intergovernmental organisation based in Darmstadt, Germany, currently with 30 Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom) and one Cooperating State (Serbia).
EUMETSAT operates the geostationary satellites Meteosat -9, -10 and -11 over Europe and Africa, and Meteosat-7/-8 over the Indian Ocean.
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PROPHET MUHAMMAD (Peace Be Upon Him) PROMISE TO CHRISTIANS
The document ,S not a modem human rights treaty but even though! it was penned 'n 628 A.D it clearly protects the right to property. freedom o' religion. freedom of work, and security of the person. says writer.
Muslims and Christians together constitute over fifty percent of the world and if they lived in peace. we will be halt way to world peace One small step that we can take towards fostering Muslim-Christian harmony is to tell and retell positive stories and abstain from mutual demonization.
In this article I propose to remind both Muslims and Christians about a promise that Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) made to Christians The knowledge of this promise can have enormous impact on Muslim Conduct towards Christians. Muslims generally respect the precedent of their Prophet and try to practice it in their lives.
In 628 AD. a delegation from St. Catherine Monastery came to Prophet hammed and requested his protection. responded by granting thorn a charter rights. which I reproduce below in its entirely. St. Catherine's Monastery is located at the foot of Mt Sinai and is the
World's oldest monastery II possesses a huge
collection of Christian manuscripts, Second only to the Vatican, and is a world heritage site. It also boasts the oldest collection of Christian icons. It is a treasure house of Christian history that has remained Safe for 1400 years under Muslim protection.
The Promise to St. Catherine:
'This is a message from Muhammad ibn Abdullah. as a covenant to those who adopt Christianity, near and far, we are with them
Verily I, the servants, the helpers, and my followers defend them, because Christians are my citizens: and by God! I hold out against anything that displeases thorn. No compulsion is to be on them. Neither are their judges to be removed from their jobs nor their monks from their monasteries. No one is to destroy a house of their religion, to damage it. or to carry anything from it to the Muslims' houses. Should anyone take any of those. ho would spoil God's covenant and disobey His Prophet. Verily, they are my allies and have my secure charier against all that they hate.
No one Is to force them to travel or to oblige them to fight. The Muslims are to fight for them. If a female Christian married to a Muslim, it Is not to take place without her approval. She is not to be prevented from visiting her church to Dray. Their churches are to be respected They are neither to be prevented from repairing hem nor the sacredness of their covenants. No one of the nation (Muslims) is to disobey the covenant till the Last Day tend of the world)"
The first and the final sentence of the charter are critical. They make the promise eternal and universe!. Mohammed assorts that Muslims are with Christians near and far straight away rejecting any future attempts to limit the promise to St Catherine alone. By ordering Muslims to obey it until the Day of Judgment the charter again undermines any future attempts to revoke the privileges These rights are inalienable Muhammad declared Christians, all of them. as his allies and he equated ill treatment of Christians with violating God's covenant
A remarkable aspect of the charter is that it imposes no conditions on Christians for enjoying its privileges. It is enough that they are Christians. They are not required to alter their be-fiefs. they do not have to make any payments and they do not have any obligations. This is a charter of rights without any duties!
The document is not a modern human rights treaty but even thought it was penned in 628 A.D. it clearly protects the right to property, freedom of religion, freedom of work and security of the person,
I know most readers. must be thinking so what? Well the answer is simple. Those who seek to foster discord among Muslims and Christians focus on Issues that dh6de and emphasize areas of conflict. But when resources such as Muhammad's promise to Christians is invoke and highlighted it builds bridges. It inspires Muslims to rise above communal intolerance and engenders good will in Christians who might be nursing fear of Islam or Muslims.
When I look at Islamic sources. I find in them unprecedented examples of religious tolerance and inclusiveness. They make me want to become a better person. I think the capacity to seek good and do good inheres in all of us. When we subdue this predisposition towards the good. we deny our fundamental humanity. In this holiday season, I hope all of us can find time to look for something positive and worthy of appreciation In the values, cultures and histories of other peoples.
By : Dr. Muqtedar Khan
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Zebra Mussels Threaten Inland Waters: An Overview
Zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) were first discovered in the Great Lakes in 1988. Within one year, they colonized nearly every firm object in Lake Erie. Zebra mussels quickly spread to parts of all the Great Lakes. Expansion to inland waters continues at an alarming rate. For example, in 1992 zebra mussels made their way out of Lake Michigan into the Mississippi River basin via the Chicago Sanitary Shipping Canal — an artificial channel that connects the Great Lakes drainage basin with the watershed drained by the Mississippi River. At the end of the 1992 season, zebra mussels were found in isolated pockets from Minneapolis to St. Louis. They spread up the tributaries of the Mississippi River, often hundreds of miles, by way of recreational watercraft and barges. Today, they have spread overland to hundreds of inland lakes in 28 states.
Zebra mussels cost the U.S. economy at least $1 billion annually. They clog water intakes for municipalities and industries, foul boat hulls, motors, water-related equipment and shipwrecks. They can decrease property values. Sharp shells can litter beaches, cut feet and affect recreation and tourism. Overall, zebra mussels harm our environment, recreation and the economy of communities that depend upon healthy lakes and rivers.
Zebra Mussel History
Zebra mussels have been spreading to western and central European waterways for nearly 200 years. While we can learn a lot from looking at how zebra mussels behave in Europe, zebra mussels face different ecosystems in North America often making comparisons and predictions complicated.
Zebra mussels are native to freshwater lakes and rivers of western Russia including the northern part of the Caspian Sea, which is a freshwater waterbody. Canals built during the late 1700s allowed them to spread throughout Eastern Europe and during the 1800s, canals were built across the rest of Europe. The Canals made shipping more efficient, but as an unintended consequence also allowed rapid expansion of the zebra mussel's range. By the 1830s, these mussels covered much of Europe and Britain.
Successful introduction of zebra mussels into the Great Lakes probably occurred in 1985 or 1986, after transoceanic ships discharged contaminated ballast water from foreign ports into lakes St. Clair and Erie. Freshwater ballast, picked up in European ports, contained zebra mussel larvae and possibly juveniles, along with several other harmful aquatic invasive species (AIS). Being a temperate, freshwater species, they found the plankton-rich lakes St. Clair and Erie to their liking. Zebra mussels extensively colonized all of the Great Lakes, except Lake Superior.
Lake Superior is not ideal zebra mussel habitat. While they have been found at nine locations around Lake Superior, only two locations are known to be reproducing: the harbors of Duluth-Superior and Thunder Bay. All other locations are open to the influence of this big lake with its colder, less productive and low dissolved calcium level water that zebra mussels need for creating their shells.
Zebra Mussel Biology
They are small freshwater mussels. Young settled juveniles feel like sandpaper on smooth surfaces. Adults range from 1/2 up to nearly 2 inches long with highly variable dark and light stripes; or are solid brown or yellow. Other than their "cousin" the quagga mussel, they are the only freshwater mussel that firmly attach to hard surfaces.
The mussel's reproductive cycle is one key to its rapid spread and high abundance. Egg production starts when water temperature warms to about 54 degrees F. A fully mature female mussel may produce several hundred thousand eggs per season.
Eggs are fertilized outside the mussel's body and within a few days develop into free-swimming larvae called veligers. Nearly invisible to unaided eye, veligers remain suspended in the water for three to four weeks, drifting with the currents. If they don't settle onto firm objects, they die, and in fact, most do. Those that find a hard surface quickly attach themselves and transform into the typical, D-shape, double-shelled mussel. Generally, zebra mussels grow roughly a little over 2/5th of an inch per month. Within a year, a zebra mussel can grow up to an inch and become sexually mature. Some can grow as large as 1.5 inches or more. European studies report mussels may live four to six years, but in Lake Erie three years seems to be the maximum, and the average is much less.
Zebra mussels produce a tuft of fibers known as a byssus, or byssal threads, from a gland in their foot. The byssus protrudes between the two halves of the shell. These threads attach to hard surfaces with a powerful glue that anchors the mussels in place. Small juveniles, referred to as translocators, can actually break away from their attachments and generate new, buoyant threads that allow them to drift short distances with currents.
Any hard surfaces can be colonized by zebra mussels — rock, metal, wood, vinyl, glass, rubber, fiberglass, paper, plants, and other mussels. Beds of zebra mussels in some areas of Lake Erie contain between 30,000 and 70,000 mussels per square meter. Near water intakes, densities can be as high as 700,000 mussels per square meter.
Zebra mussels can establish regardless of depth or winter temperatures. Colonies grow rapidly wherever oxygen and particulate food is available and water currents are not too swift — generally less than six feet per second. Colonies are rare in wave-washed and ice-scoured zones, except for the sheltered undersides of rocks, nooks and crevices. Zebra mussels avoid bright light so it rare to find them in well sunlit waters. Greatest densities are found at depths ranging from 6 to 45 feet, but can even be found at 100 feet.
Zebra mussels also colonize soft bottoms. Hard objects, such as pieces of native mussel shells and even dead zebra mussel shells, act as a base for settling veligers allowing them to gain footholds even on sandy or muddy bottoms. As a few mussels begin to grow, they form barnacle-like colonies and in this way can form extensive mats of zebra mussel carpets on lake and river bottoms.
Zebra Mussels Harm the Environment
Zebra mussels are filter feeders. They strain water for the food they need. Unwanted food is rejected and bound into mucous pellets called pseudofeces. Vast amounts of pseudofeces in heavily colonized areas provide food for native as well as other aquatic invasive species. Each adult zebra mussel can filter more than one liter of water per day. Most types of phytoplankton, bacteria and some small zooplankton are consumed. Small fish, such as young sportfish or forage fish like minnows, depend on this food for survival and growth. Feeding by zebra mussels can remove so much microscopic plants and animals from the base of the food web that they can starve native fish and wildlife in lakes and rivers.
Scientists and boaters now often see great increases in water clarity in inland lakes and rivers like what was seen in Lake Erie between 1989 and 1991. Since sunlight now penetrates deeper and with more intensity, shallow bays are being recolonized by rooted native and sometimes invasive aquatic plants. Often, these aquatic plants are growing more densely and at great depths completely changing the habitat. In the fall, aquatic plants laden with zebra mussels can wash on shore creating disposal issues. Impacts due to greatly increased water clarity has been observed due to zebra mussels in rivers and lakes across the country. Native North American mussels and clams have suffered greatly when they are encrusted with zebra mussels. Sometimes several thousand zebra mussels can be found on a single native mussel. In lakes St. Clair and Erie and in many rivers, zebra mussels have severely reduced populations of native mussels and clams. Some mussel species in the St. Croix River and elsewhere are very rare and are officially listed as endangered. As they spread, zebra mussels threaten the extinction of at least 30 freshwater mussels. Losses of crayfish and snails have been implicated by zebra mussel colonization.
Thirty years ago, the extent of profound impacts due to zebra mussels could not have been predicted. Today, scientists know that zebra mussels can cause increases in toxic blue-green algae, including Microcystis, which produces a poison that causes liver damage when ingested by humans and wildlife. Decaying algae can make waters uninhabitable by causing low levels of dissolved oxygen that result in fish kills. Since 1998, induced algae blooms can trigger botulism type E outbreaks that have killed tens of thousands of loons and other waterfowl.
Zebra Mussels Affect Industry and Recreation
Costs to manage, control and monitor for zebra mussel, and its cousin the quagga mussel, in the U.S. are more than $1 billion per year. Because zebra mussels prefer hard surfaces at moderate water depth, water intake structures, such as those used by power plants and city treatment plants, are susceptible to clogging by zebra mussels. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, some municipal drinking water facilities located on Lake Erie reported major reductions in pumping capacity and occasional shutdowns caused by encrusted zebra mussels. Control costs are operation specific. A drinking water plant may spend about $320,000 per year while a nuclear power plant may spend $2 million per year for zebra mussel control and maintenance. Today, zebra mussels can usually be controlled at power, municipal drinking and manufacturing plants and irrigation facilities using a variety of strategies, technologies and chemicals. However, those costs are typically passed along to consumers each time electricity and water are used.
Recreational users of waters infested with zebra mussels can be harmed. Unprotected docks, breakwalls, boat bottoms, and engine outdrives can provide hard surfaces zebra mussels need to colonize and grow. Across the country, there have been many reports of boat engines overheating because cooling water inlets are clogged by zebra mussels. Boaters need to frequently inspection these areas. Anti-fouling paints containing copper or tin are effective in preventing zebra mussel build-up, but their use is banned in Michigan, and restricted in other states (contact your state's Department of Agriculture or Department of Natural Resources) because they can harm other aquatic life.
Zebra mussels can bioaccumulate polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heavy metals due to their filtering capacity. As a result, this has implications for human health. PAH concentrations in some recreational fish have increased 11 to 18 fold in Lake Erie, which approach limits for fish consumption advisories. Research also shows that concentrations in waterfowl increased.
In summary, zebra mussels are harmful bioengineers. They form mats of shells physically changing the structure of lakes and rivers they infest. They re-route nutrients, which alters capacity of habitats to sustain native species. They reduce food for fish, kill native mussels, crayfish and snails, foul plants, beaches, boats, lifts, docks and swim platforms, and clog water intakes.
Prevention and Containment
While there may be a perception that zebra mussels are everywhere and nothing can be done, nothing could be further from the truth. Zebra mussels can be prevented from spreading to new waters and contained where they currently exist. Key ways they spread by watercraft are: attached to aquatic plants, fouled boat hulls and other equipment, and in contaminated water.
By following the guidelines below, you can prevent the spread of zebra mussels and other aquatic invasive species by helping to Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers!TM It's easy. More boaters are doing it. Just Clean, Drain, Dispose, Dry everywhere, every time.
What You Can Do
- Learn to recognize zebra and quagga mussels.
Follow Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Laws:
- Clean all aquatic plants, animals and mud from watercraft, trailers, docks, lifts, anchors and other recreational equipment before leaving access.
- Drain water-related equipment (boat, ballast tanks, portable bait containers, motor) and drain bilge, livewell and baitwell by removing drain plugs before leaving water access. Keep drain plugs out while transporting watercraft.
- Dispose of unwanted bait, worms and fish parts in the trash.
Also Recommended:
- Spray watercraft and equipment with high-pressure water, or
- Rinse with very hot water, or
- Dry for at least 5 days.
Report New Sightings — note exact location; place specimens in a sealed plastic bag; and call a Minnesota DNR Invasive Species Specialist (see www.mndnr.gov/invasives/contacts.html), 1-888-MINNDNR or (651) 259-5100; or the MN Sea Grant Program in Duluth, (218) 726-8712.
Know the rules!
Specimens are needed to confirm sightings, but some jurisdictions prohibit possession of thesemussels and other invasive animals and plants. InMinnesota, possession and transport of any Dreissena is illegal, exceptwhen providing themto SeaGrant or DNR for identification. Unauthorized introduction of invasive mussels, fish or plants into the wild is illegal. Protect your property and our waters.
The information in this article comes from a variety of sources, including Zebra Mussels in the Great Lakes: The Invasion and Its Implications by Fred L. Snyder, David W. Garton, and Maran Brainard, published by the Ohio Sea Grant College Program.
Related Content:
- Species Profile: Zebra Mussels
- Zebra Mussels Threaten Inland Waters: An Overview
- Infestation in Harbor Impacts Native Mussels, Boaters (Seiche, Jan. 2001)
- Highlights of the 9th International Zebra Mussel Conf. (Seiche, Sept. 1999)
- Zebra Mussels "Pulse" in Duluth-Superior Harbor (Seiche, Dec. 1998)
- Publication: Zebra and Quagga Mussel WATCH Card
- Publication: Aquatic Invasive Species WATCH Cards (Full Deck)


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