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The Obama administration remains adamant that it is opposed to renewed six-nation nuclear talks on North Korea until Pyongyang takes concrete steps toward giving up its nuclear arsenal and infrastructure, a senior Obama administration official said yesterday.
The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, noted that China's top negotiator, Wu Dawei, arrived in Pyongyang Monday as part of a renewed push by Beijing for continued talks.
However, both the U.S. and South Korean governments see no signs that North Korea is willing to negotiate the dismantling of its nuclear weapons and production facilities, a precondition for any further talks.
"What the Chinese are doing is trying to restart the talks," said the official. "Our interest is not in restarting the talks. It's in denuclearizing North Korea."
Denuclearization for the United States is diplomatic code for a complete dismantlement of nuclear arms and related facilities by North Korea.
However, the prospect of relaunching nuclear talks is unlikely, based on recent public statements by the North Korean government.
"The central problem remains that the North seem further away than ever from denuclearization," the official told the Free Beacon.
The United States continues to pursue a diplomatic solution to the North Korean nuclear problem after the talks broke down in 2008.
However, any return to negotiations will require North Korea to show its sincerity by taking several steps before any talks are held, according to diplomatic sources.
South Korea's government is demanding that North Korea reveal all its nuclear weapons and production facilities, including both known facilities and hidden sites.
Additionally, North Korea needs to fully disclose details about its newer highly enriched uranium program. Its plutonium production program is better known.
International Atomic Energy Agency weapons inspectors also must be allowed to return to North Korea to monitor the program.
In public statements in state-run North Korean media outlets, North Korea has said in recent weeks that it has no intention of giving up its nuclear arsenal.
Reports from Pyongyang also have stated categorically that the six-party talks are dead and that the government there has no intention of rejoining the talks.
A turning point occurred in February when North Korea conducted its third underground nuclear test. In response, China's government became more concerned about growing instability on the Korean peninsula and launched the new push for renewed talks.
China is North Korea's closest ally and trading partner. China's main concern, according to U.S. officials, is stability on its border. Beijing is less interested in denuclearizing North Korea and sees renewed international talks as a way to boost regional stability.
Wu's arrival in Pyongyang coincided with talks in Washington between U.S. and South Korean officials on North Korean nuclear issues.
Seoul's chief envoy for nuclear issues, Cho Tae Yong, held talks with Glyn Davies, the State Department's special envoy for North Korea, and other defense and national security officials. Japan's nuclear envoy is expected to take part in the discussions later this week.
Wu held talks in Washington last week and is pushing ahead with the idea of restarting the stalled six-nation talks that include China, the United States, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, and Russia.
Wu unsuccessfully sought ways to convince Washington to loosen its position on a new round of talks.
Japan is interested in continuing nuclear talks as a way to restart discussion on North Korea's intelligence operations decades ago to kidnap Japanese nationals and bring them to North Korea to training its agents.
Japan is said to be closely aligned with the United States and South Korea on the need to denuclearize North Korea.
Russia remains a minor player in the talks but is expected to lean toward backing Beijing and Pyongyang.
The nuclear diplomacy comes as U.S. officials said there are new signs that North Korea has restarted a plutonium reactor at its Yongbyon facility near Pyongyang.
Satellite photos showed steam rising from the reactor, which had been shut down earlier in response to international pressure on North Korea to curb its nuclear activities.
U.S. and South Korean officials signed a joint strategy document last month that outlines how both countries will cooperate to counter the North Korean nuclear threat.
The strategy is called "tailored deterrence" and Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and South Korean Defense Minister Kim Kwan Jin signed the pact on Oct. 2.
"This strategy establishes a strategic alliance framework for tailoring deterrence against key North Korean nuclear threat scenarios across armistice and wartime, and strengthens the integration of alliance capabilities to maximize their deterrence effects," a joint communique on the strategy states.
The United States currently applies a so-called extended deterrence policy to protect South Korea and Japan from the threat of a North Korean nuclear attack.
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Hi, I am erasing external hard disks for reuse with my Mac and want to format them in APFS (Apple File System - the preferred file system for Macs running High Sierra and later) but when Erasing the drive and using APFS as the format the process fails while trying to unmount the drive. The error message from the erasing process reads: "Mounting disk Creating a new empty APFS Container Unmounting Volumes The volume [hard disk volume name] on [diskid] couldn't be unmounted because it is in use by process 316 (esets_daemon). Couldn't unmount disk. : (-69888) Operation failed.... But if I erase the drive using Mac OS Extended (journaled) for the format the process works fine. What do I need to do to erase an external drive and format it using APFS? Thanks!

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After a whirlwind week of packing gear, testing scientific instruments, and attending briefings, here in McMurdo Station, I'm off to the Dry Valleys tomorrow (Taylor Valley in particular, on the above map)! The good news: I'm on my way. The bad news: the Communications folks on station haven't gotten the internet up and running yet, so it may be a while until my next post. I'll keep a log, though, and update in bulk when we get connected.
I'm headed to the Lake Hoare fixed camp (located near the "a" in Valley on the map), along with 700 pounds of cargo, clothing, instruments, and sample bottles. Exactly why I'm headed to this out of the way place is the subject of the next post.
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Skin problems are one of the prime reasons as to why people approach a skin doctor. Every individual at some point may have skin problems. To deal with certain types of skin conditions such as rosacea, ringworm, epidermis, etc. it is very important to approach a professional skin doctor. When avoided, skin issues can become risky and may lead to other types of illnesses or infections.
For People with Disabilities
People who are wheelchair users must be very aware of skin breakdown. Skin breakdown or a Pressure Soar can occur for people that are wheelchair users. A wheelchair user with spinal cord injury is susceptible to having a pressure soar due to lack of sensation in the lower extremities of their body. Also, that a deflated seat cushion on a wheelchair can be the cause of a pressure soar. Pressure soars can be fatal if not treated properly. Please make sure to keep lower extremities dry this can prevent skin breakdown/pressure soar issues.
Before you visit any clinic for skin doctor, it is advisable to have an idea about the skin clinic and doctor working in that clinic. This will ensure you of the best treatment for your skin related issue.
Fear or anxiety during your initial consultation with the skin doctor is quite normal. To get the best solution for your skin related issue, you should get rid of all discomfort and openly discuss regarding your skin problem with the skin doctor. Skin doctor will ask certain questions and examine the affected area to get an idea about your skin issue. Sometimes, you may be asked to undergo certain types of skin tests. In this way, the doctor will diagnose your problem and will determine the course of treatment best suitable for you.
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A person's medical health is taken into consideration. The way, a patient's body reacts to prescribed medicines or treatment is taken into consideration. This gives an idea to the skin doctor whether the prescribed medicines or treatment provided to the patient should be further continued or not. Some patients may be required to avoid certain types of food products and make certain changes in their lifestyle to avoid skin problems.
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Grandmaster Xiao Ming Lu (Sifu Lu) is celebrated as one of the 8 most famous Kung Fu Masters in Modern China. In the US, he is recognized as one of the rare authentic Wing Chun masters. He won many national and international Kung Fu tournaments and awards, he earned respect from the highest Wing Chun Grandmasters worldwide.
Sifu Lu was born into a Kung Fu family. His grandfather started teaching him at age 4. Sifu Lu is a 3rd generation student of IP Man Wing Chun.
Sifu Lu is a proven expert in Wing Chun, BaJi Quan, Xin Yi Quan, Tongbei Quan and Chinese Medicine. He also practices Western Boxing, Kick Boxing, Karate, Judo, Jiujitsu and Muay Thai.
In 2007 Sifu Lu opened his first Wing Chun school in Shanghai. 2011 he established the Ming Kung Fu school in Hangzhou. 2018 he moved to Miami, to bring MING WU Kung Fu to The USA. Today he has over 1,000 students following him.
Sifu Lu teaches traditional Wing Chun, combined with some efficient moves of Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Muay Thai and Taekwondo.


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What I'm wondering is if I buy this new card will it drastically cut down on the lag in major cities and large scale outdoor player vs. player raids? I'd also like to have more of the actual visual effects of the game such as the water because I've seen on friends' computers that the water, player frames, etc all look much more crisp and detailed, which on mine, they don't. I'd appreciate feedback from anyone in reguards to whether this card is going to be suitable enough for me to play World of Warcraft relatively unimpeded by lag.
I don't think it has anything to do with any other of my computer's hardware, but for the sake of it here's the rest of my computer's stats:
Processor: AMX Athlon XP 2600+
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Waking up before the sun to go for a run!
The thoughts that actually got me out of bed at this crazy hour…
1. It is much more fun to run with people than alone.
2. At least I will be beat the heat.
3. There will be plenty of time for a nap (or two)
4. It's a good thing I went to sleep at 9:30 PM last night!
Over the past few weeks, I have been meeting two friends to run on Saturday mornings. This morning, one of them was headed out of town and requested an early start time. I wasn't 100% positive that I would make it when I agreed to a 6AM run, but somehow dragged myself out of bed, into running clothes and out the door. There wasn't a car on the road!
The nice thing about getting your workout in early is that you have an ENTIRE day ahead of you. And since the semester is over and summer school hasn't started, the BOY and I have a list of things to do today, mostly prepping to host our families for tomorrow's post-Mother's Day/End of the School Year BBQ. To fuel up for our big day of shopping, I went with a smoothie. It is a refreshing way to hydrate with the protein and carbs needed after an 11 mile run.
This morning's PURPLE SMOOTHIE included:
1 cup almond milk
1/4 cup raw oats
1 Tbsp flax seed
1/2 banana
Frozen mango
Frozen berry mix (a new TJ's find)
I was excited to try something new and throw the berries into the mix.
The result…this ugly-ish purple color that tasted super sweet (maybe I didn't also need the mango). But, I loved it! This smoothie exceeded my expectations. I don't know how I have never thrown in berries before! It reminded me of the mall smoothies that we used to get in high school that were loaded with sugar. I never would have believed that there were handfuls of spinach and flax if I hadn't made it myself.
The oatmeal gives the smoothie a thicker texture with an almost-nutty taste which is great. Purple smoothies may just be my new favorite summer drink!
It's 9:30AM on Saturday morning, and I seriously can not believe that I have already ran 11 miles, showered, eaten 1 1/2 breakfasts and am now heading out to the store. I definitely foresee a nap in my future! And probably some caffeine!
Do you wake up early to exercise? What is our alarm clock cut off?
I typically won't wake up before 6AM unless it's race day and hate to set my alarm clock ANY time before 6:00! Hopefully, I won't be making this into a habit : )


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Ohio.com - Cavaliers have something to prove
The symbolic moment of Cavaliers training camp came Monday afternoon when a television crew from ABC's Extreme Makeover interviewed coach Byron Scott.
Ohio.com - Scott pushing hard to teach Cavs new system
Byron Scott went easy on the Cavaliers on Sunday. They worked on some defense, scrimmaged for a bit, shot free throws and went home to watch football. All told, it was about a two-hour practice.
Cavs win preseason opener 87-72 - morningjournal.com
Their chance for a championship might have dimmed, but basketball is not dead at Quicken Loans Arena.
Cleveland Cavaliers unveil new Team Shop at Quicken Loans Arena - Cleveland Business News - Northeast Ohio and Cleveland - Crain's Cleveland Business
If you've ever endured the nightmare that was the Cavaliers Team Shop a half-hour before a LeBron James-era home game, you'll appreciate the new home for Cavs gear.
Nuggets hire former Cavs assistant - USATODAY.com
The Denver Nuggets have hired Melvin Hunt as an assistant coach.
Preseason games have meaning for Celtics guard Delonte West
The date in the middle of November has already been circled on a calendar in his home.
The Miami Heat are LeBron James' team now - ESPN
LeBron James doesn't need his own team. One thing that's been lost in all the condemnation, all the censure, all the "LeBron's an egomaniac''-driven derision these past few months is that the two-time MVP sacrificed individual stardom for a team goal.
John Wall put his stamp on the Wizards in a preseason debut - ESPN
He repeatedly zoomed from rim to rim. He tossed up a memorably high feed to JaVale McGee on a long-range lob play that had better hang time than some punts. He even knocked in a couple of deep jumpers.
Report: Mike Ilitch to purchase Detroit Pistons - ESPN
The Detroit Pistons have found a new owner and he knows Motor City sports.
Rehab next for Chicago Bulls' Carlos Boozer after hand surgery - ESPN Chicago
Chicago Bulls forward Carlos Boozer underwent surgery Tuesday morning to repair a broken right pinkie.
GMs picking against LeBron James - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN
Every preseason, the NBA.com GM Survey offers insight into the thinking of executives around the league.
Wade cedes Heat throne to King James - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
Pat Riley made sure Dwyane Wade(notes) would go last in pregame introductions, that the longest, loudest cheers would still be for the captain. When posing for pictures, the Miami Heat would flank LeBron James(notes) and Chris Bosh(notes) to the captain's sides. It's still my house, Wade would say. I've just got new roommates now.
Video: Kobe: I can beat LeBron one-on-one 'in my sleep' - Ball Don't Lie - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
Speaking to a group of journalists and children over in London, England on Saturday (ignore the "May 2nd, 2010" declaration that begins the video), Lakers guard Kobe Bryant(notes) didn't hesitate when asked whether he or LeBron James(notes) would prevail in a one-on-one game.
Arenas pulls plug on comedy routine - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
After all the years of being Agent Zero, the prankster, the joker, the class clown skipping games to dodge paternity suits or whatever he felt like on that particular day, Gilbert Arenas(notes) needs to grow up, stop changing personas and find a way to save his career.


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The second Test between the Lions and the Wallabies in 1966 looks destined to remain a record breaker for ever more.
A stunning 31-0 success in Brisbane stands as the Lions' biggest-ever Test victory over any of the three southern hemisphere giants. And with the increased resources and playing experience at the disposal of Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, any thoughts of a repeat would be beyond even the wildest of Lions' expectations.
While the class of '66 will never be remembered alongside the greats of '71, '74 and '97 due to a poor return in New Zealand, the nature of their performance in the second of seven Test matches on tour has ensured their place in the history books.
The Lions were simply superb in their final fixture in Australia – or at least they were for the final 22 minutes. Ahead by just a single penalty goal at the interval, the Lions scored five unanswered tries in the closing stages to notch up what remains their highest Test score in more than 120 years of touring.
And while it is true to say that the Wallabies were not the same force that they have recently become, they were by no means pushovers. A series success over South Africa and victory against the All Blacks the previous year, together with wins over Wales and England just months after the Lions headed home, give credence to the view that this second-Test success was something special.
Scorers: Lions: Tries – Jones 2, D Watkins, Bebb, Murphy; Cons – Wilson 5; Pen – Wilson; Drop goal – D Watkins
The Lions set off for the second Test looking to go unbeaten in Australia for a third time in eight tours and for the first time since 1904 but they knew improvements would be needed after a disappointingly narrow victory in the opening rubber.
A convincing midweek win over Queensland had given the Lions added confidence after their first-Test fight back, with the five tries scored in that Tuesday fixture showing just how dangerous the tourists could be.
The fact that each of those scores had come from the backline may also have reminded the Lions that it was out wide where they could do the most damage – a lesson they seemed to have forgotten when they later landed in New Zealand.
That thrashing of the Sunshine State made it six wins and a draw from seven games in Australia, with the seventh set to be the most impressive of them all.
But while the end result would prove conclusive, the match itself was in doubt until late in the day. With no suitable rugby union ground available in the area, Lang Park was put forward as the only viable venue. It was an option that was surrounded by controversy as the ground belonged to the rugby league fraternity. By simply running out at the venue, the players on both sides would have been seen to have professionalised themselves and would therefore have faced a ban from rugby union. It was only with special dispensation from the International Rugby Board that the game was allowed to proceed without fear of punishment.
Despite the disappointing nature of the first-Test victory a week earlier, the Lions resisted the temptation to make wholesale changes to the side for the second rubber.
Coach John Robbins, manager Des O'Brien and captain Mike Campbell-Lamerton kept faith with 14 of the side who were narrow winners in Sydney. And while the error-ridden performance first time around suggested alterations would be made for Brisbane, the manner in which the Lions overturned an 8-0 half-time deficit made it a little less surprising that more movement between the mid-week and Test XVs didn't take place.
That meant there was still no place for Lions legends Willie John McBride and Mike Gibson, or for English utility back Colin McFadyean and Irish back rower Ronnie Lamont who would both play in all four Tests in New Zealand later that summer.
The only alteration came at the very top of the team sheet where Don Rutherford was dropped in favour of Stuart Wilson. Rutherford had kicked a penalty and conversion in Sydney but it would be his last involvement in Test-match rugby for the Lions as Wilson would go on to keep his place throughout all four internationals in New Zealand.
An Oxford University Blue, Wilson made his international debut for Scotland in their Championship-winning season of 1964 and went on to win 22 caps in a four-year period. Wilson's attacking instincts and his all-round skills as a kicker gave him the edge over Rutherford in selection for the second Test and the then 23-year-old made an immediate impression, converting every one of the Lions' five tries and acting as a masterful creative force in the record-breaking rout.
Just as it had done first time around, the side that took the field at Lang Park featured seven Championship-winning Welshmen and four Irishmen, with the one change meaning Scotland now contributed three players while England's contingent was reduced to just one.
The solitary Englishman was Mike Weston, who was making his sixth straight Lions appearance having been an ever-present in South Africa in 1962. Unfortunately for the Durham City centre, it would also prove to be his last as Gibson was finally handed his chance in the first Test in New Zealand on July 16.
Like the Lions, the Wallabies made just one alteration to their own line up. But while it may have been a surprise not to see more Lions changes following the first Test, the nature of Australia's performance in the opening rubber meant it was always likely to be case of as you were for the hosts.
That solitary change came in midfield, where John Brass was brought in for Beres Elwood. Brass was named at outside centre, leaving Rick Trivett to switch to move to the inside berth.
Halfback heroes Ken Catchpole and Phil Hawthorne were expected to be the biggest threat to the Lions, while Brass and Trivett, together with back-row trioJules Guerassimoff, David Shepherd and Greg Davis, would hope to again shut down the tourists' much-talked about attacking threats.
For an in-depth look at the teams from the first Tests, please click here
Australia: P Ryan; G Ruebner, J Brass, R Trivett, A Cardy; P Hawthorne, K Catchpole; J Thornett (c), P Johnson, A Miller, R Heming, P Crittle, J Guerassimoff, D Shepherd, G Davis
British & Irish Lions: Stuart Wilson (London Scottish/Scotland); Stuart Watkins (Newport/Wales), Mike Weston (Durham City/England), D. Ken Jones (Cardiff/Wales), Dewi Bebb (Swansea/Wales); David Watkins (Newport/Wales), Roger Young (Queen's University/Belfast); Ray McLoughlin (Gosforth/Ireland), Ken Kennedy (CIYMS/Ireland), Denzil Williams (Ebbw Vale/Wales), Brian Price (Newport/Wales), Mike Campbell Lamerton (c) (London Scottish/Scotland), Jim Telfer (Melrose/Scotland), Alun Pask (Abertillery/Wales), Noel Murphy (Cork Constitution/Ireland)
Referee: Dr IR Vanderfield (New South Wales)
The one-sided nature of the result fails to tell the full story of a game that proved to be another tale of two halves. Just as the first Test had been characterised by an unimpressive Lions showing in the opening 40 minutes and a much-improved effort in the second, this one witnessed an even bigger switch in standards.
Looking to begin where they left off in the latter stages of the opening international, the Lions didn't have things all their own way against a Wallaby outfit determined to bounce back from their narrow reverse last time out.
Test debutant Wilson kicked the Lions into a first-minute lead but it proved to be a false dawn as far as further scoring was concerned. The remaining 39 minutes of the half remained scoreless, leaving the match and the series in the balance at the break.
David Watkins ensured the Lions started the second half in the same manner as the first as he slotted a drop goal shortly after the restart but again the Lions failed to kick on immediately. Some 18 minutes of the second period went by without any addition to the scoring and few could have guessed what would transpire across the final quarter.
Suddenly, the Lions turned on the style, as if winning the series wasn't enough and a lasting impression had to be made. An incredible 25 points in 22 minutes provided the perfect finish to the Australian leg of the tour.
Centre Jones was the first to cross as the game finally celebrated a try after 58 minutes, with Murphy, Bebb and David Watkins all getting in on the act. Jones then claimed the final score, with Wilson kicking the fifth of his five conversions to take the Lions above 30 Test points for the first and only time in their history.
The Lions in Brisbane:
The Lions have played in Brisbane on 25 occasions, losing just once.
That single defeat came in 1971 when the Lions lost to Queensland in the first of just two games in Australia prior to their tour of New Zealand – a tour that also featured a first and only series win against the All Blacks.
Of the 25 matches, seven have been Tests, with the Lions winning each and every one. The 31-0 hammering of the Wallabies in 1966 remains the pinnacle of the Lions' visits to the city in scoring terms but it has been matched in significance on two other occasions.
As well as hosting the 'Battle of Ballymore' when the Lions stood firm to level the series in 1989, Brisbane was home to one of the most famous Lions victories in history – the stunning 29-13 win over the Wallabies in 2001.
Brisbane looks set to host at least one fixture on the Lions' next visit to Australia in 2013, with a clash with the Reds likely to be followed by one of the three scheduled Tests.
1888: Queensland 6 Lions 13
Queensland Juniors 3 Lions 11
Queensland 0 Lions 7
1899: Queensland 3 Lions 11
Australia 0 Lions 11
1904: Queensland 5 Lions 24
Brisbane 3 Lions 17
Queensland 7 Lions 18
Australia 3 Lions 17
1908: Queensland 3 Anglo-Welsh 20
Queensland 8 Anglo-Welsh 11
Brisbane 3 Anglo-Welsh 26
1930: Queensland 16 Lions 26
Australian XV 14 Lions 29
1950: Australia 6 Lions 19
1959: Queensland 11 Lions 39
Australia 6 Lions 17
1966: Queensland 3 Lions 26
Australia 0 Lions 31
1971: Queensland 15 Lions 11
1989: Queensland 15 Lions 19
Australia 12 Lions 19
Anzac XV 15 Lions 19
2001:Queensland 8 Lions 42
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Southwest sending flights to Hawaii for the first time
Flights out of California start March 17
Flights out of California start March 17
Flights out of California start March 17
Southwest Airlines is going to start sending flights to Hawaii, and it's launching in just a few weeks.
The airline received approval for long overwater flights from the Federal Aviation Administration at the end of February. Something that was postponed because of the government shutdown, according to the FAA.
This move is going to directly compete with Hawaiian Airlines with inner-island travel, there will be flights to Oahu, Maui, Kona with Kauai coming soon after, but also offers flights from several spots in California: Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego and San Jose, according to Reuters.
Currently, prices for the flights are listed around $49, which is lower than average.
Reuters said the company is trying to play catch-up after missing prime booking dates around the holidays. Since spring break and spring travel in general are approaching, Southwest's plan is to accommodate last-minute bookings.
Flights, out of Oakland, California, start March 17, according to Southwest's website.
- Nonstop Oakland to Honolulu flights start March 17
- Nonstop Oakland to Maui flights start April 7
- Nonstop San Jose to Honolulu flights start May 5
- Nonstop San Jose to Maui flights start May 26
- Inter-island flights from Honolulu to both Kona and Maui start May 12


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In the mid-1940s, when television was brand-new technology, producers began exploring ways to attract an audience with exciting visual content.
Radio was still the dominant medium for home entertainment; television was just beginning to define its identity and needed to create programming that radio couldn't replicate.
Professional (read: theatrical) wrestling was the first sport to become popular on the tube because it was inexpensive to stage and relatively easy to shoot.
With those old heavy-duty TV cameras tied to inch-thick cables, broadcasters needed a tightly confined spectacle. Wrestling and boxing were naturals.
By the '50s, local stations filled several hours each week with matches featuring famous old-school wrestlers like the Baron and Gorgeous George battling alongside popular local bruisers.
In the '80s wrestling went mainstream with national superstars like Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant raking in millions from pay-per-view matches, books, movies, videos, and dolls.
Pro-wrestling is more than just sport, it's blue collar ballet, a soap opera for guys. To set up a good match, you have to weave a compelling story with characters people care about.
No one did that better than the syndicated NWA Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling programs from the '70s and '80s, produced by Crockett Promotions out of Charlotte, North Carolina.
As I write this, one of Crockett's biggest stars, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, is at the top of his game, just as he was back in 1985 during NWA's golden age.
Flair trained in the AWA in Minneapolis, moving to Charlotte in 1974. He survived a horrendous plane crash on October 4, 1975, a tragedy that ended the career of the legendary Johnny Valentine.
Six months later, Ric Flair made his comeback and did it with a vengeance; he is considered to be the greatest wrestler of all time.
A rivalry had been building between Ricky Morton and World Heavyweight Champion Flair for some time - ever since Morton crushed Flair's sunglasses on national television (in an apparent sign of disrespect), bitchslapped him, then kicked his ass in an impromptu match.
A short time later, in an elimination match, Morton easily pinned 'Nature Boy' within seconds, leaving a stunned Ric Flair looking confused and foolish in the ring.
Losing didn't sit well with Ric Flair that evening (it never did). He and the rest of the Four Horsemen 'Pearl Harbored' the rockers in the dressing rooms afterward. Ricky Morton's bloody face was smeared across the concrete floor by Flair in an attempt to erase his pretty-boy looks forever.
But an ill
wind was blowing for Ric Flair - a hurricane of hatred they called Dusty!
Needless to say, he and his teammates "the Four Horsemen" (Ole and Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard) were responsible for more than their share of dirty tricks against unsuspecting opponents as well.
Some of Flair's toughest televised battles were against foes like Ivan and Nikita Koloff, Wahoo McDaniel, and Magnum TA. He and Dusty "The American Dream" Rhodes in particular were long-time rivals, carrying on one of the most famous feuds in Mid-Atlantic history.
These mice and rats and such small deer had been Nature Boy's food for ten long years. During one brutal, fenced-in match in 1985, the Russian Nikita Koloff had Flair on the ropes and badly injured when Dusty surprised everyone by bravely entering the ring to stop the slaughter.
He quickly vanquished the Russians, giving Ric Flair time to recuperate. In a shocking display of Reagan-era gratitude, Flair's teamates rushed the ring, blindsiding Dusty just as Nature Boy padlocked the cage door and gleefully joined in the ruthless beating.
Ingratitude, thou marble-hearted fiend!
For the next few minutes, the Four Horsemen did as much damage as they could to the nearly unconscious Rhodes. Dusty's buddies looked on helplessly, unable to breech the cage as he was pummelled mercilessly by four opponents at once.
Dusty was carried out on a stretcher that night, the bones in his leg shattered.
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Major refresh on 2015 Honda CR-V with new Earth Dreams powertrain provides fuel economy gain of up to 12%
04 October 2014
|2015 Honda CR-V. Click to enlarge.
Honda has given its 2015 CR-V compact SUV, which launched in US dealerships on 1 October, the most significant mid-model cycle refresh in the 17-year history of the model. The 2015 CR-V offers a new direct-injected Earth Dreams Technology i-VTEC engine and new continuously variable transmission (CVT); a new suite of "Honda Sensing" safety and driver assistance systems (DAS); significantly enhanced exterior and interior styling; as well a long list of new standard and available features and a new premium Touring trim.
The 2015 CR-V features increased EPA fuel economy ratings of 27/34/29 mpg (8.7/6.9/8.1 l/100 km) (city/highway/combined) for front-wheel-drive models and 26/33/28 mpg (9.0/7.1/8.4 l/100 km) for Real Time AWD models, both increasing +4/+3/+3 mpg over 2014 models—i.e., an increase in the combined rating of 11.5% and 12%, respectively, compared to the 2014 models.
The 2015 CR-V's new Earth Dreams Technology 2.4-liter direct-injected DOHC i-VTEC inline 4-cylinder engine produces 181 lb-ft (245 N·m) of torque, an 11% increase over the previous engine's 163 lb-ft (221 N·m) while making the same 185 horsepower (138 kW).
|Under the hood. Click to enlarge.
Cylinder block, crankshaft and pistons. The CR-V's 2.4-liter engine has a lighter-weight die-cast aluminum cylinder block with a main-bearing single cradle design that creates a rigid assembly to help minimize noise and vibration. Cast-in iron cylinder liners provide long-lasting durability. Each journal on the forged-steel crankshaft is micro-polished to reduce internal friction. To improve smoothness throughout the rpm range and help lower noise levels, the CR-V is fitted with an internal balancer unit. Consisting of a pair of chain-driven counter-rotating shafts located in the oil pan, the balancing system helps quell the inherent second-order harmonic vibrations that normally impact inline 4-cylinder engines.
To reduce piston-sliding friction, the cylinder bores are offset by 8.0 mm from the crankshaft. This gives the connecting rods a more favorable angle during each power stroke, which reduces side loading on the pistons and in turn, improves efficiency. The engine also features a forged crankshaft for high rigidity and low friction. With four smaller-diameter counterweight and four larger-diameter counterweights, the crankshaft offers optimized flywheel effect while minimizing total weight.
|The Honda CR-V was the best-selling compact SUV with individual American buyers in 2013, according to new-vehicle registration data compiled by IHS Polk. CR-V sold 303,904 units in 2013 (+7.9%), joining Accord and Civic as Honda's above-300K unit sellers.
Lightweight pistons have a carefully optimized skirt design to minimize reciprocating mass, and reduced weight minimizes vibration and increases operating efficiency. The piston crowns are dished to help maintain stable combustion and to optimize distribution of the stratified fuel charge from the direct injector in each cylinder. This close control over the combustion process boosts overall operating efficiency.
Cylinder head and valvetrain. A lightweight cylinder head made of pressure-cast aluminum alloy uses front-located exhaust ports that provide greater freedom in the layout of the close-coupled catalytic converter which mounts directly to the cylinder head. With exhaust passages cast directly into the cylinder head, the need for a traditional separate exhaust manifold is eliminated.
A silent-chain drives dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder, and features a double-arm tensioner design that reduces operating friction. The cam drive is designed to be maintenance free throughout the life of the engine. To further reduce friction, the finish of the camshaft journals has been improved.
|CR-V in Europe: new diesel and 9-speed
|The refreshed European version of the CR-V, currently being showcased at the Paris Motor Show and due on the market in 2015, offers a more powerful diesel engine as well as an optional efficient nine-speed automatic transmission.
|A higher powered 1.6-liter i-DTEC four-cylinder diesel engine from Honda's Earth Dreams Technology series replaces the previous 2.2 liter i-DTEC diesel.
|When matched to the six-speed manual transmission the new higher powered diesel engine produces 160 PS (118 kW) and 350 N·m (258 lb-ft), while emitting a class-leading sub-130 g/km of CO2—an 11% improvement compared to the previous unit. With the new nine-speed automatic transmission, CO2 emissions are less than 135 g/km—20% better than its predecessor.
|The two-wheel drive diesel CR-V, available with a manual transmission, will continue to be equipped with the 120 PS 1.6 liter i-DTEC diesel engine, now with emissions as low as 117 g/km.
The combustion chamber shape and valve angles have been optimized to boost fuel efficiency and power. The previous-generation CR-V engine had a 51˚ included angle between the intake and exhaust valves; the new engine features an included valve angle of 35˚. The narrower valve angle decreases the surface-to-volume ratio and helps create a flatter, more compact combustion chamber that reduces unburned hydrocarbon emissions. With this new combustion chamber shape and the precise control of direct injection, the compression ratio has been increased to 11.1:1 (up from 10.5:1 on the previous port-injected engine), yet the engine still operates on regular unleaded fuel.
The cylinder head features a new high-tumble intake-port design. In combination with the new combustion chamber and piston crown shape, the design's high level of airflow tumble helps create a homogenous fuel mixture for low fuel consumption and high airflow for high power output.
Friction-reducing technologies. The CR-V's engine makes use of new friction-reducing technologies designed to improve engine efficiency. The outer skirts of the lightweight aluminum pistons feature a low-friction molybdenum coating applied in a unique dot-pattern. The result is reduced overall friction as the pistons move within the cylinder bores.
A process called "plateau honing" further lowers the friction level between the pistons and the cylinders by creating an ultra-smooth surface. Plateau honing is a 2-stage machining procedure that uses two grinding processes instead of the more conventional single honing process. This also enhances the long-term wear characteristics of the engine. Due to the ultra-smooth cylinder surface, low tension piston rings could be utilized, which reduce friction while maintaining sealing efficiency.
A low-friction cam chain and double-arm tensioner, improvement in the camshaft journal finish, and the use of low viscosity engine oil (0W-20) further reduce friction.
Weight savings. To increase overall vehicle efficiency, significant efforts were made to reduce the weight of the 2015 CR-V's engine. Multiple components were redesigned to be lighter while still providing Honda's renowned durability and efficiency. Chief among the changes is a more rigid yet lighter cylinder block.
Block weight was shaved by reducing the mismatched mating surface areas and deleting the breather passage; the cam chain chamber is used for breathing instead. Optimizing the shape of its skirt helped to remove weight from the pistons. A reduction in the diameter of four crankshaft counterweights, while increasing the diameter of the other four provides the same level of balancing while reducing weight.
A high efficiency accessory belt design saves weight with the elimination of the idler pulley, decreased diameter of the other pulleys, the adoption of a hydraulic auto tensioner, a resin tensioner pulley and decreased belt length.
The oil filter and fuel injector bases, oil gallery cap and compressor bracket were all eliminated with the components being mounting directly. Having one of the catalytic converters mounted directly to the cylinder head and integrated into the exhaust pipe shed further weight.
The utilization of a resin cylinder head cover, a press-fit water pump pulley, the secondary balancer being integrated with the oil pump, a compact high-output ACG (alternating current generator) and wire harness routing efficiencies and length reduction also reduced the overall weight of the new engine.
i-VTEC valve control system. The CR-V's direct-injected 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve i-VTEC engine uses an advanced valve-control system to combine high power output with high fuel efficiency and low emissions. The CR-V system combines Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC), which varies valve lift, timing and duration of the intake valves, with VTC (Variable Timing Control), which continuously adjusts the intake camshaft phase. At low rpm, the VTEC intake valve timing and lift are optimized for rapid swirl-pattern cylinder filling. As engine rpm builds past 4800 rpm, the VTEC system transitions to a high-lift, long-duration intake cam profile for superior high-rpm engine power.
The "intelligent" portion of the system is its ability to continuously vary the timing (phasing) of the intake cam relative to that of the exhaust camshaft. This helps boost power and also provides a smoother idle (allowing idle speed to be reduced). The intake cam timing is varied based on input from sensors that monitor rpm, timing, throttle opening, cam position and exhaust air-fuel ratio. The result is increased fuel efficiency and lower NOx emissions.
Direct injection system. The CR-V's engine incorporates direct-injection (DI) for 2015. The CR-V's system features a compact high-pressure direct-injection pump that allows both high fuel flow and pulsation suppression, and variable pressure control optimizes injector operation. A multi-hole injector delivers fuel directly into each cylinder.
The multi-hole injectors create an optimized fuel/air mixture in the cylinders and also create a weak stratified combustion effect that maximizes fuel efficiency at lower power conditions. The stratified charge puts a mixture that's richer near the spark plug for easy ignition, while other areas on the combustion chamber have a leaner fuel/air ratio.
Based on the operating conditions, the direct injection system alters its function for best performance. Upon cold engine startup, fuel is injected into the cylinders on the compression stroke. This creates a weak stratified charge effect that improves engine start-up and reduces exhaust emissions before normal operating temperature is reached.
Once the engine is fully warm for maximum power and fuel efficiency, fuel is injected during the intake stroke, creating a more homogeneous fuel/air mix in the cylinder that is aided by the high-tumble intake port design. This improves volumetric efficiency, and the cooling effect of the incoming fuel improves anti-knock performance.
Drive-by-wire throttle control. An electronic drive-by-wire system helps enhance the driving character of the CR-V. With smart electronics connecting the throttle pedal to the throttle butterfly valve in the intake manifold, the engine response can be optimized to suit the driving conditions and to better match the driver's expectations.
By eliminating the direct throttle cable connection to the engine, the ratio between pedal movement and the DC motor-controlled throttle butterfly can be continuously optimized. To determine the current driving conditions, the system monitors pedal position, throttle position, vehicle speed, engine speed and engine vacuum. This information is then used to define the throttle control sensitivity.
High-efficiency catalytic converters. Key contributors to the CR-V engine's emissions performance are its high-efficiency catalytic converters. One converter mounts directly to the front of the cylinder head, close-coupled for fast activation after the engine is started. A second converter is positioned slightly downstream, beneath the passenger compartment floor. Both converters use a thin-wall design that increases internal reaction area and improves efficiency. A high-efficiency exhaust system and high-density catalytic converters help the CR-V engine meet LEV2-ULEV emissions certifications in California and Federal BIN5 certifications.
Multi-stage alternator control. To improve battery life and help reduce fuel consumption, the CR-V has a new multi-stage alternator control system. By closely monitoring the battery's charge state, the system can adjust alternator output more precisely than the previous high/low mode system. This fine control reduces excessive charge or discharge and can help increase battery life by up to 30%. By inhibiting surplus power generation, the multistage alternator control along with other electrical system efficiencies contributes to an improvement in fuel efficiency.
Fuel system. The 15.3-gallon fuel tank is molded of high-density polyethylene for low weight, corrosion elimination and impact resistance. It is positioned immediately ahead of the rear wheels to help guard against collision damage. The corners of the tank are rounded and the inside of the tank is baffled to diminish the likelihood of sloshing-fuel noise. A lightweight and efficient fuel pump is housed inside the fuel tank. The fuel system also incorporates a returnless fuel supply system that helps reduce vapor generation, and a lifetime fuel-filter that requires no regular maintenance. The CR-V's minimum fuel grade requirement is regular unleaded.
Torque-rod engine mount system. A torque-rod engine-mount system enhances the CR-V's quiet and vibration-free operation. The system resists the engine's rotational torque inputs to the chassis, reducing idle vibration and mid- and high-frequency engine noise during acceleration.
Continuously variable transmission (CVT). The CR-V's new Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) offers seamless gear ratio transitions and excellent acceleration matched with efficient low-rpm cruising. The CVT has a 33% wider overall ratio spread than the 5-speed automatic transmission it replaces. This change results in strong acceleration performance coupled with reduced engine rpm at high road speeds. The highly efficient operation of the CVT contributes a significant improvement in overall fuel efficiency compared to the prior 5-speed automatic transmission.
The CVT comprises a torque converter which drives the variable-width drive pulley that is connected by a steel belt to the variable-width driven pulley. With its angled inner faces, the belt can circle the angled pulley faces at varying diameters depending on the pulley width, which alters the effective ratio between the pulleys. Since there are no steps in the pulley faces, the range of possible gear ratios is nearly infinite.
This ultra-fine control of the gear ratio is the key to the CVT's greater efficiency over a conventional automatic transmission with a limited number of discrete gear ratios. Instead of approximating the correct ratio for the conditions as a conventional automatic does, the CR-V's CVT can precisely select the optimum ratio from moment to moment without steps or slippage. To increase the efficiency of the interface of belt to pulleys, the coefficient of friction was improved by 10% with optimized metal contact allowing for less belt tension.
Computer control of the transmission allows the ratio between the pulleys to be altered almost instantly to best suit the driving conditions and accelerator pedal use.
A planetary gear set allows the transmission to shift between forward and reverse directions with the operation of a multi-plate clutch, with plates that have a 10% increase in surface friction. A variable-flow oil pump optimizes oil flow to the transmission's moving parts while minimizing the load on the engine.
The CR-V's CVT is more compact and lighter compared to a conventional CVT by utilizing metal gaskets, having a unit-type body construction and fewer parts through integration, such as the parking gear being integrated with the driven pulley and a function-consolidated stator. Compared to the previous generation's 5-speed automatic transmission, the CVT has more compact dimensions (24 mm shorter) and has a higher torque capacity (up by 17%).
G-Design Shift. Honda announced the G-Design Shift along with a new CVT for mid-size vehicles in 2011. The G-Design Shift is a coordinated control system for gearing, throttle and hydraulic control that responds quickly to driver input, maintains strong and smooth acceleration G and helps realize an exhilarating and sporty driving feel. (Earlier post.)
The CR-V CVT is designed to provide the optimum gear ratio for the driving conditions and to offer a more natural driving feel than some previous CVT transmissions that have a disconnected "rubber-band" feel compared to a conventional automatic transmission; the CR-V also offers stronger acceleration response with a linear build in engine rpm that avoids much of the "slipping" feeling some drivers notice with other CVTs. The G-design Shift logic gives the CR-V a more linear and sporty driving feel.
The CR-V CVT's G-design Shift logic is designed to offer more immediate acceleration response than either conventional automatics or other CVT designs. When abruptly applying power from a steady-state cruising speed, the CR-V CVT immediately sends power to the drive wheels while simultaneously adjusting the gear ratio (seamlessly and progressively downshifting) to smoothly bring the engine to its horsepower peak in a linear way.
By comparison, a conventional automatic is slower to respond and loses time making multiple downshifts. Since the automatic transmission has a limited number of separate, discrete ratios, even when fully downshifted, it can only approximate the optimum engine rpm as speed increases, which reduces acceleration efficiency.
CVT automatic modes. The transmission can be operated in three different fully automatic modes with the console-mounted straight-gate shifter. The D mode is ideal for most driving situations, and combines fuel efficiency with smooth operation and responsive power when needed. The S mode is for more performance-oriented driving, and features more aggressive transmission mapping to keep engine rpm higher for greater acceleration and response. The L mode is for lower speeds and provides additional engine braking.
ECON mode. All CR-V models are equipped with an ECON button on the left side of the instrument panel as part of the Eco Assist system. When activated, ECON mode alters the Drive-by-Wire throttle system response curve in the range from about 10% of pedal movement to 80%. With less gain, the throttle opening in this range increases more gradually to reduce a potentially excessive peak input for better fuel efficiency. ECON mode also alters the operation of the cruise control system and the air conditioning system, allowing for slightly increased variances with the set speed or the set temperature in order to conserve fuel whenever possible.
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System. The 2015 CR-V is offered with Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System. System operation is completely automatic and virtually transparent in smoothness. Unlike some four-wheel-drive systems that require the driver to select a drive mode based on the perceived need, Real Time AWD's automatic operation means the system is always ready to transfer torque to the rear wheels, allowing the driver to focus more on driving when situations are demanding.
The capabilities of the system are prioritized to further support high fuel efficiency and all-around drivability on-road as well as off-road. Assisting the front wheels when it is beneficial, Real Time AWD instantly powers the rear wheels when starting from a stop, even on dry pavement, working in cooperation with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and the Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS).
The Real Time AWD system can operate at all speeds when needed. When torque transfer to the rear wheels is not required such as when cruising, drive to the rear wheels is decoupled for reduced drag.
The CR-V's all-wheel drive system consists of the conventional front-wheel-drive system, a compact transfer case that distributes torque to a propeller shaft running the length of the vehicle; the rear differential; an electronically-controlled hydraulic pump; a multi-plate clutch; and left and right rear-wheel driveshafts.
The multi-plate clutch connects the propeller shaft to the rear differential and is operated by an electric motor driving a hydraulic pump. The electric motor is controlled by the Intelligent Control System, which means that the system can actively apportion power based on the conditions. The system doesn't merely react to front wheel spin; it minimizes wheel spin before it happens by sending power to the rear wheels accordingly. For efficiency, the electric motor activating the hydraulic pump is idled when not required, further reducing drag within the system and helping to reduce energy consumption.
When starting on snow for example, the system sends power to the rear wheels right from the start, minimizing the potential for front wheel spin. The system can also detect when the CR-V is climbing a hill and sends a greater amount of power to the rear wheels in cooperation with the Hill Start Assist feature. Hill Start Assist maintains brake pressure briefly after the brake pedal is released, giving the driver time to accelerate and smoothly resume motion. The Intelligent Control System instantly assesses the road's slope angle using a G-sensor and the level of grip as detected by VSA allowing added initial apportioning of torque to the rear wheels for smooth starts.
Suspension. An updated suspension design, and features such as Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS) all contribute to the 2015 CR-V's quality driving experience, which is enhanced further on the EX and above trims with wider front and rear track dimensions due to wider wheels (+0.5 inches).
The CR-V uses front MacPherson strut and rear multi-link suspension systems that benefit from tuning changes. The rear multi-link system helps maximize rear seating and cargo space while providing stable and comfortable handling and ride quality. Newly revised shock absorber tuning helps deliver a refined driving feel.
Safety and Driver-Assistive Technology. The CR-V's next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure helps make the CR-V highly effective at absorbing and dispersing the energy of a frontal collision crash. Overall, the body received more than 60 changes to improve stiffness and collision performance. Honda is targeting the 2015 CR-V is targeted to achieve top safety ratings, including a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) (it will need to improve its small overlap front score) and an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
|Honda Sensing. Click to enlarge.
Standard safety equipment on all models include Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) electronic stability control system; Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist; frontal airbags; side-curtain airbags; SmartVent front-side airbags; and a front seat design that can help reduce the severity of neck injury in the event of a rear collision.
The newly available Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver assistive features includes Honda LaneWatch; Forward Collision Warning (FCW); Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS); Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS); and Lane Departure Warning (LDW).
These systems benefit from the adoption of new sensor fusion technology that integrates the capabilities of a windshield-mounted monocular camera and millimeter wave radar to provide enhanced sensing with ability to identify and anticipate multiple collision scenarios, including a pedestrian collision, and initiate warnings and, in some cases, emergency braking.
The CR-V is enhanced with multiple functionality upgrades, including a new configurable center console; new rear console heat/air ventilation ducts; and an available 7-inch touchscreen Display Audio telematics interface. For 2015, the CR-V includes a longer list of standard features on all trims. The CR-V EX, for example, adds 7-inch Display Audio, a 10-way power driver's seat, heated front seats, Honda LaneWatch, Smart Entry/Push-Button Start and LED daytime running lights.


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A problem in itself, violence against women and girls is associated with HIV transmission as well as other aspects of global public health and development.
A cluster randomized controlled trial (The Intervention with Microfinance for AIDS & Gender Equity – IMAGE Project) in rural South Africa combined a group-based microfinance intervention with a participatory gender and HIV training curriculum for loan participants and showed that, over a two-year period, levels of physical and/or sexual partner violence experienced by participants in the past year were reduced by 55%.
Maisha – which means "life" in KiSwahili – builds on the success of IMAGE and is seeking to:
- adapt, implement and evaluate the impact of the IMAGE intervention in Tanzania in reducing women's past year exposure to intimate partner violence (IPV)
- find out if a participatory gender training curriculum delivered to women not receiving microfinance and to their male partners reduces women's past year exposure IPV
MAISHA comprises:
1) Two cluster randomized controlled trials:
- Component A – 66 groups of women (average 20 women per group) who are already receiving microfinance will be recruited and randomised to either:
- receive participatory gender training in addition to microfinance
- to continue receiving microfinance alone
- receive participatory gender training in addition to microfinance
- Component B – 66 groups of women (average 20 women per group) who are not receiving microfinance, will be recruited and randomised to either:
- receive participatory gender training along with their male partners
- to receive no intervention
- receive participatory gender training along with their male partners
2) A complimentary in-depth qualitative study to:
- learn more about the factors that contribute to women's vulnerability to violence
- to better understand how the different intervention models impact on the lives of intervention participants and their families
- how the different intervention models may reduce this risk
3) An integrated process evaluation to explore the implementation, receipt and context of the interventions.
4) An economic evaluation to evaluate the total costs of the development and implementation phases for each of the trials.
A STRIVE project, the MAISHA study is a collaborative effort of:
- the Mwanza Intervention Trials Units (MITU)
- the Tanzanian National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR)
- the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)
- BRAC Tanzania
In Tanzania, the study is led by Dr Saidi Kapiga, Dr Gerry Mshana and Dr Sheila Harvey. In London, the study is led by Professor Charlotte Watts and Dr Shelley Lees.
- Prevalence of intimate partner violence and abuse and associated factors among women enrolled into a cluster randomised trial in northwestern Tanzania
- A cluster randomized controlled trial to assess the impact on intimate partner violence of a 10-session participatory gender training curriculum delivered to women taking part in a group-based microfinance loan scheme in Tanzania
Impact case study
- Maisha - Life - 11-minute video
Other resources
Background documents
- Understanding the impact of a microfinance-based intervention on women's empowerment and the reduction of intimate partner violence in South Africa
- Effect of a structural intervention for the prevention of intimate-partner violence and HIV in rural South Africa: a cluster randomised trial
- A combined microfinance and training intervention can reduce HIV risk behaviour in young female participants
- Economic evaluation of a combined microfinance and gender training intervention for the prevention of intimate partner violence in rural South Africa


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Citrus Australia trade figures for 2018 show Australia had exported a total of 247,000 tonnes, at A$448m (US$320m) in citrus in the 11 months from 1 January to 30 November.
The industry body said the slight decline in volume was attributed to a lighter mandarin crop out of the northern state of Queensland, compared with 2017, but that export volumes to date were better than previously predicted due to a larger orange crop.
Key markets, China and Japan, took 50 per cent and 18 per cent of the country's orange exports respectively, with China importing almost a third (30 per cent) of the total mandarin share.
Vietnam also shone through as an emerging market, with export figures continuing to grow. David Daniels, Citrus Australia market development manager said Vietnam was becoming an important market for Australian citrus.
"Vietnamese consumers prefer slightly larger fruit, which complements fruit [sizes] required in other markets," he said. "Demand in these smaller markets means further opportunities for Australian growers."
"Key markets in 2018 were China, Japan, the US, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates," Citrus Australia said in a statement. "Thailand was our second biggest market for mandarins, taking 12 per cent or 7,396 tonnes, while the US took 10 per cent of mandarins or 6,190 tonnes."


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Your staircase can be absolutely gorgeous with the right painting and staining techniques.
By Diane Franklin
A staircase can be one of the most dramatic areas in your home, but the wear and tear inflicted by daily household traffic can certainly take its toll. Fortunately, with the right paint and staining techniques, you can revitalize your staircase and have it looking its best. Follow these steps to take your staircase from worn-out and tired to fresh and gorgeous.
Decide Your Finish
Determining how to finish your staircase starts with an assessment of the wood. Is it in good enough condition that a wood stain would highlight its beauty? If so, then an interior wood stain would be the best way to go. If not, painting the stairs may be the better option as it will cover up defects in the wood grain.In the event that you decide to paint the stairs, a porch and floor paint will provide you with the most durability.
One of the most dramatic ways to finish your stairs would be to use a dark interior wood stain for the treads and a white semi-gloss paint for the risers. If desired, paint a stencil design on the risers for a more decorative look. Florals and geometrics are probably your best options. Just be sure that the design is not too busy; otherwise, it could be visually distracting and cause someone to stumble on the stairs.
Railings are another potential source of drama for a staircase. To provide a cohesive look for your staircase, use the same stain for the railing that you used for the stair treads. You can also stain the spindles that color as well. Or another idea is to stain the railing to match the stair treads and paint the spindles to match the risers. If the wooden spindles are a little too plain for your taste, consider replacing them with wrought iron balusters. Balusters come in a variety of designs that can provide a truly eye-catching decorative flourish.
Adjacent Walls & Ceiling
Do something special with the walls next to the staircase to complete the decorative look. One potential idea is to add some wainscoting with raised panels on the bottom portion of the wall. Painted the same color as your risers and spindles, this will add a nice sense of cohesiveness. Or perhaps try a visually interesting faux wall treatment—such as a Venetian plaster or a color wash. Another idea: A full-scale mural—either painted or wallpapered—will take full advantage of the two-story height of the staircase.
The ceiling can be the crowning glory of your staircase drama. A faux treatment on the ceiling can draw the eye upward—as can a gorgeous light fixture or chandelier.
The Drama Is Up to You!
The possibilities are endless when it comes to making your staircase an eye-catching focal point for your home. Hop on the internet and type in "dramatic staircases," and you'll immediately see dozens of viable ideas. With so many decorative ideas available to you, you're sure to come away with a staircase look that is just right for your home.


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NASA's Lucy mission will launch this week, starting a 12 year journey through the solar system that will include a swing-by of eight different asteroids.
The spaceship will be the first to tour the so-called Trojan asteroids that orbit Jupiter and are 'time capsules from the birth of our Solar System,' according to NASA scientists from the Goddard Space Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
The $981 million (£715 million) mission takes its name from the fossilised human ancestor, named 'Lucy' by her discovers, whose skeleton provided unique insights into our evolution.
NASA says the Lucy space mission will revolutionise our knowledge of planetary origins and the formation of the solar system, giving insight into planetary evolution.
It is scheduled to launch on Saturday, October 16 at 05:34 ET (10:34 BST) on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
It also carries a plaque that includes quotes from the likes of Carl Sagan, Albert Einstein and the Beatles.
NASA's Lucy mission will launch this week, starting a 12 year journey through the solar system that will include a swing-by of eight different Jupiter-orbit asteroids
It is scheduled to launch on Saturday, October 16 at 05:34 ET (10:34 BST) on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida
On Thursday, Lucy, along with the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket, was rolled out of the Vertical Integration Facility to the launch pad at Space Launch Complex 41
Lucy will be launching on top of a rocket originally designed to launch the Boeing Starliner uncrewed test flight, which was cancelled due to ongoing issues.
On Thursday, Lucy, along with the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket, was rolled out of the Vertical Integration Facility to the launch pad at Space Launch Complex 41.
To make it work, NASA had to convert the booster, removing two solid rocket motors and replacing features designed to work with a crew capsule.
'I think overall it ended up in a situation that worked out really well,' ULA Chief Operating Officer John Elbon said of the change.
Lucy will measure more than 46 feet (14 meters) from tip to tip, but most of that is the huge solar panels.
Each panel is over 24 feet (almost 7 meters) in diameter.
These are needed to power Lucy as it flies out to the orbit of Jupiter.
Lucy Thermal Emission Spectrometer (L'TES)
This is an instrument built by Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona.
It will measure the surface temperature of the asteroids by observing the infrared spectrum.
In doing so it will help astronomers to understand the physical properties of the surface material.
Lucy LOng Range Reconnaissance Imager (L'LORRI)
This is a high resolution, panchromatic visible camera made by the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland.
L'LORRI will provide the most detailed images of the surface of the Trojan asteroids.
This is an instrument provided by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
It consists of two parts:
L'Ralph Linear Etalon Imaging Spectral Array (LEISA)
This is an infrared imaging spectrometer that will reveal the absorption lines that serve as the fingerprints for different silicates, ices and organics that may be on the surface of the Trojan asteroids.
L'Ralph Multi-spectral Visible Imaging Camera (MVIC)
This will take color images of the Trojans to help determine their composition.
There is a three week launch window, but the Lucy team are hopeful it will be able to go on Saturday morning, as currently scheduled.
Once it has launched, Lucy will fly around the Earth twice to adjust its trajectory and get it on its way to the outer parts of the solar system.
Its first asteroid visit will be in April 2025, when it will take a look at a main-belt asteroid called DonaldJohanson.
Meanwhile the first Trojan asteroid flyby will not happen for another two years, when Lucy gets closer to Jupiter in August 2027.
The vast majority of the asteroid visits will happen in 2027 and 2028, with a final asteroid flyby scheduled to happen in March 2033.
As well as viewing some of the oldest rocks in the solar system, Lucy's path will cross the Earth three times, as it uses our planet's gravity to aid in its positioning.
This move will make it the first ever spacecraft to return to Earth from the outer solar system, as all others are either still goin – in the case of the Viking probes – or burnt up in the atmosphere of a gas giant, as was the case with Cassini and Saturn.
The Lucy mission probe is 51.8ft wide and 46ft from top to bottom, and comes equipped with solar panels on each side that help power its instruments.
These instruments include a colour visible imager, a thermal emission spectrometer, and a infrared imaging spectrometer.
The thermal emission spectrometer, known as L'TES, will measure the surface temperature of the Trojan asteroids by observing the thermal infrared spectrum, helping to understand the physical properties of the surface material.
Lucy LOng Range Reconnaissance Imager (L'LORRI), is a high resolution visible camera that will provide the most detailed images of the surface of the asteroids.
Then there is L'Ralph, the final of the three instruments, which will reveal the absorption lines that serve as the fingerprints for different silicates, ices and organics that may be on the surface of the Trojan asteroids.
L'Ralph also has a visible imaging camera that will take colour pictures of the asteroids to help scientists determine what they are made of.
'This team has put in so much work to build a spacecraft that is truly a work of art,' said Donya Douglas-Bradshaw, the Lucy project manager, adding 'it's been powered on, the team is monitoring it and we are ready to launch.'
There are currently over 4,800 known Trojan asteroids, with 65 percent of them are in the L4 group, while the other 35 percent are in the L5 group
The Trojan asteroids are known as the 'fossils' of the early solar system because they are comprised of ancient material that was around when the planets formed
The Lucy spacecraft has solar panels on each side to help power its instruments and is 51.8 feet wide and over 46 feet from tip to tip
The Trojan asteroids orbit the sun in two massive swaths – the one in front of Jupiter (L4) and one that is behind it, known as L5
NASA's Lucy mission to the Trojan asteroids that orbit Jupiter will bring a plaque that will act as a 'time-capsule,' including quotes from Carl Sagan, Albert Einstein, The Beatles and more
Lucy will visit eight asteroids during its 12 year mission, starting with one in the main asteroid belt beyond Mars.
This is known as Donaldjohanson and will be visited in April 2025.
Seven Trojan asteroids are named after characters from Greek mythology.
They are Eurybates, Queta, Polymele, Leucus, Orus, Patroclus and Menoetius.
Most of the mission's visits will occur in 2027 and 2028; its final planned flyby will take place in March 2033.
During the course of its 12-year long mission, Lucy will travel approximately 4 billion miles out to Jupiter's orbit, back to Earth and back again, as the 'gravity assist' of Earth is needed for the probe to change direction and position in space.
The seven main Trojan asteroids are named after characters from Greek mythology – Eurybates, Queta, Polymele, Leucus, Orus, Patroclus and Menoetius – and have been trapped in two gravitationally stable bands in Jupiter's orbit with the sun.
The band in front of Jupiter is called L4 and one that is behind it is known as L5.
Of the 4,800 known Trojan asteroids, 65 per cent of them are in the L4 group, and the other 35 per cent are in the L5 group.
The Trojan asteroids are known as the 'fossils' of the early solar system because they are comprised of ancient material that was around when the planets formed and hasn't been disturbed by an atmosphere or tectonic activity, as happens on planets.
Once it finishes its flyby mission, Lucy will continue orbiting between the two groups of Trojan asteroids, and will be doing so for about a million years.
NASA scientists are hopeful that it will remain in good enough condition to provide extra scientific details, beyond mission parameters, in its first extra loop.
Lucy will launch in October 2021 and, with boosts from Earth's gravity, will complete a 12-year journey to eight different asteroids.
This will include a Main Belt asteroid, that orbits between Mars and Jupiter, and seven Trojans stuck in a gravitational lock between Jupiter and the Sun.
Four of which are members of 'two-for-the-price-of-one' binary systems.
Lucy's complex path will take it to both clusters of Trojans that are in orbit around the gas giant, at the L4 and L5 points.
They will give us our first close-up view of all three major types of bodies in the swarms – known as C-, P- and D-types of asteroids.
The dark-red P- and D-type Trojans resemble those found in the Kuiper Belt of icy bodies that extends beyond the orbit of Neptune.
The C-types are found mostly in the outer parts of the Main Belt of asteroids, between Mars and Jupiter.
All of the Trojans are thought to be abundant in dark carbon compounds.
Below an insulating blanket of dust, they are probably rich in water and other volatile substances, dating back to the first days of the solar system.
No other space mission in history has been launched to as many different destinations in independent orbits around our sun. Lucy will show us, for the first time, the diversity of the primordial bodies that built the planets.