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"Tomorrow's market winners will win with the smartest products. It's not enough to just build insanely great products; winners must have the smartest products!" – Bill Schmarzo
Okay, that's a pretty bold statement on my part (especially to challenge the famous Steve Jobs statement about building insanely great products), but then again I'm an analytics dude and think that analytics should be a part of every product and space – smart cities, smart cars, smart vacuums, smart hospitals, smart Chipotle…
But it's not just me that thinks this way. Tesla's forthcoming autonomous cars will be nothing more than an artificial intelligence machine on wheels. Tesla is building its own "AI computer", complete with Tesla-specific microprocessors (silicon), to power its autonomous vehicles (see "Tesla Earnings Bombshell Reminds Us That Tesla's a Tech Company" for more details). And Google is creating the foundation for smart products with its new Edge TPU; a tiny AI accelerator that will carry out machine learning jobs "at the edge" of IoT (see "Google unveils tiny new AI chips for on-device machine learning" for more details).
The technology is advancing at a pace that should enable any company to create "smart" products, things and spaces. But how does one go about actually creating smart? How does one decide where and how to integrate the growing power of machine learning, deep learning and artificial intelligence capabilities to power these smart products?
Here's my three step recipe for "Getting Smart" (with images of Maxwell Smart dancing in my head).
The first step in "Getting Smart" involves identifying, validating, vetting, valuing and prioritizing the decisions[1](or use cases) that the smart entity or product needs to make in support of its operational goals. For example, a "smart" city initiative would need to optimize decisions around traffic congestion, local events, crime, safety, road maintenance, building permits and more (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Key Decisions (Use Cases) That Support a "Smart" City Initiative
See the blog "The #1 IOT Challenge: Use Case Identification, Validation and Prior..." for more details on how to identify, validate, value and prioritize your use cases.
While there are many decisions that city management and planning must make to create a smart city, the list is not infinite. And it's important to note that not all decisions are of equal value, which is why you'll want to assemble the key constituents in a workshop to prioritize the decisions (use cases) on the basis of financial and operational value vis-à-vis implementation feasibility within some agreed upon timeframe (see Figure 2).
Figure 2: Graphic from "Thinking Like A Data Scientist" Exercise
This prioritization process will require your best design thinking, facilitation skills to:
By the way, capturing the "Getting Smart" requirements is not a "show up and throw up" exercise. Detailing the business and operational requirements is critical to your "smart" entity success which includes quantifying the financial ramifications (costs and benefits), identifying the measures or KPI's against which progress and ultimately success will be measured, and calculating the financial and operational implications of false positives and false negatives. This upfront requirement gathering process is necessary to gaining organizational alignment, consensus and adoption of the decisions/use case roadmap is critical to the success of the endeavor. The organization should NOT proceed unless everyone has bought into and committed to the plan forward, including enlisting the support of the rank-and-file workers who are the ones who actually do the work.
Note: if the build out of use cases is approached in a coordinated fashion, the data and analytics developed for the first few use cases can be re-used for subsequent use cases, which not only accelerates the development of future use cases, but also continuously improves the predictive accuracy of existing use cases.
Second, we need to identify the data and analytics requirements necessary to create a "smart" entity that self-monitors, self-diagnoses and self-cures. This is the heart of smart; to create a product or space that is self-aware in its ability to optimize and learn from each interaction and transaction (see Figure 3).
Figure 3: Exploiting The Three Stages of "Smart"
The 3 stages necessary to creating a continuously learning, "Smart" entity include:
We have created a workshop exercise and template for my University of San Francisco class to help our students understand how to go about creating a smart product or space (see Figure 4).
Figure 4: Creating "Smart" Products or Spaces Exercise Template
The final step in the Getting Smart process is to create a Digital Transformation Value Map that (see Figure 5):
Figure 5: Digital Transformation Value Map
Organizations then want to identify where and how to integrate the customer, product, service and operational insights teased out of the organization's data sources to re-engineer, or digitalize, the organization's key business and operational processes.
See the following blogs for an introduction into the Digital Transformation Value Map:
I wanted to include a case study in this blog, but my advisors said that at 6 pages, this blog was already too long. So that case study will have to wait until my next blog, and heck, that even gives me a chance to assign homework then!
Organizations are facing a business model disruption like they have never experienced before, fueled by rapid advances in sensor technologies, an out of control avalanche of sensor data and the rapid democratization of advanced machine learning, deep learning and artificial intelligence capabilities. These are truly "weapons of business model mass destruction".
Unfortunately, organization's IOT strategy looks like a giant game of 'Twister' with random, uncoordinated investments in architecture, technology, data, analytics and governance (see the blog "Avoiding the IOT 'Twister' Business Strategy" for more on this giant game of IoT 'Twister').
To avoid the IoT 'Twister' game and avoid becoming a victim of these "weapons of business model mass destruction", one needs a coherent, coordinated plan for identifying the sources of customer and market value creation and capturing those sources of value. And more and more, those sources of customer and market value creation will be delivered via smart product and spaces that leverage these IoT and advanced analytic capabilities to create products and environments that self-monitor, self-diagnose, self-cure and continuously learn across every step in the process.
[1]For purposes of my papers and workshops, I define "use cases" as a cluster of decisions around a common subject area such as improving customer retention, reducing hospital readmissions or reducing unplanned operational downtime.
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Storing and managing the personal data of patrons and the research data of academics requires a reliable, private, secure and flexible software setup.
In the FOLIO project, the issue of data management is being addressed through continuous dialogue with end users about data management in different apps; as well as through a dedicated Privacy SIG, that advises the project on things to be aware of.
Privacy and security when it comes to data is something we all need to be very aware of when we discuss, design, develop or plan functionality for FOLIO, so all community members are encouraged to be aware and provide any advice or ideas they may have on a recurring basis.
FOLIO is a community project, in which privacy, security and other parts of the system depends on a communal effort to make sure the system works well and in a way that protects end users, their data and their rights.

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7 Classic Movies to Pull Style Inspiration from ...
As a lover of classic movies myself, I especially love watching them to inspire a little bit of style inspiration in me. As much as I love watching classic movies, I also love seeing what they wore years ago, especially in movies like Funny Face, where Audrey Hepburn was dressed entirely in Givenchy throughout the movie. These movies have inspired some of the biggest style movements over the course of the past few decades, which means that if you're looking for style ideas and trends, these are the movies you need to see!
1. Breakfast at Tiffany's
Breakfast at Tiffany's is the ultimate movie to pull style inspiration from. It created the hype around the little black dress, a style staple in every woman's wardrobe. Besides the classic little black dress, though, everything Audrey Hepburn wears as Holly Golightly is something that will enchant you and have you wishing for her wardrobe!


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Jen Bilodeau is an awarded Massachusetts-based, family, wedding and commercial photographer. Through her artistic use of light and shadow, and her commitment to capturing authentic moments, Jen creates beautifully timeless and powerful imagery. Jen is also a CPA and enjoys coaching fellow photographers to help them take their business to the next level. Across all areas of her work, Jen strives to capture honest, emotive and timeless images that artfully preserve today's moments that matter.


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Developing a skilled a vibrant workforce is one of the key aims of the recently-launched Food Tourism Scotland action plan. A local, independent Highland bakery shows how developing and retaining staff,
often difficult in a remote area, is key to its success.
Bad Girl Bakery (Muir of Ord, just north of Inverness), run by Jeni and Douglas Hardie, specialises in handmade, short shelf life, high -quality cakes, focusing on local, seasonal ingredients, unusual flavour combinations and textures.
Within two months of opening in early 2017, they'd already expanded their premises and are poised to do so again. Winning the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards Business Growth Award recently recognised their success in their wholesale market, supplying clients such as the Caledonian Sleeper (SERCO), Scottish Canals venues and National Trust for Scotland (NTS). A significant order with the latter, which saw the business supplying all NTS properties in the north west, was a boost.


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Four reason the EU 30% SVOD quota rule is a bad idea
The EU 30% quota rule sounds like a good way of ensuring the future of local content production and reining in the influence of giants like Netflix and Amazon. However, here four reasons it might not be such a good idea.
The EU has ratified its controversial rule mandating that 30% of SVOD catalogs be European in origin. Once EU member states approve the measure, they will have two years to incorporate the rule into national laws. However, they might want to think about if a quota system is the right approach. Here are four reasons it might not be such a great idea.
Reason #1: Doesn't fix the real problem
The EU 30% rule seeks to ensure that local content production continues to flourish. However, that is not the real problem member states face. The young are spending much less time watching local content than they used to. Instead, they are spending their viewing time with video produced outside the country. In other words, the culture and values of other countries are displacing national culture and values.
Of course, cultural identity has been under threat for decades from television. European broadcasters have all rushed to license top Hollywood produced TV shows and movies. However, when viewers watched these shows, they were also exposed to local news, current affairs, and advertising. The danger with global SVOD is that the context is global, omitting the local.
A quota will not fix this problem. Though the EU can force Netflix to promote a French movie, it can't force a viewer to watch it.
Reason #2: Content produced won't be locally targeted
Ted Sarandos, Netflix' head of content, has been very clear about his strategy for content production in local markets:
"We are getting better at making a local show at least pan-regional and at best global. We've seen that recently with 3% and with Dark from Germany. Those U.S. numbers for us on those foreign language shows would be big hits on cable in the US."
Netflix wants to invest local money in productions that have a broader appeal. In other words, there is little incentive to produce content that is quintessentially Estonian or Greek.
Reason #3: Services targeting niches could fail
HayU, an SVOD service from NBCU, brings the best of US reality TV to EU citizens in the UK, Ireland, Sweden, and Finland. The reason for HayU to exist is purely to deliver US content. What does the 30% rule mean to the service? How about a service from Slovenia bringing native content to Slovenians living elsewhere in the EU?
An arbitrary rule mandating a content quota doesn't make a whole lot of sense for many SVOD service types. At best, it will be confusing to subscribers and prospective customers. At worst, it will erode already thin margins.
Reason 4: Could thin content catalogs
EU citizens could end up the poorer for the 30% rule. What can services do that are unable to add enough EU content to their catalogs to meet the quota? They can thin the amount of ex-EU content available. That gives subscribers less choice, devalues the service, and could result in many customers canceling the service. Again, for services operating on thin margins, it could be the thing that causes the business to fail.
The devil is in the details
As with everything, the devil is in details. The adopted EU directive's seventh and final clause has the following ominous wording:
"The Commission shall issue guidelines regarding the calculation of the share of European works referred to in paragraph 1 and regarding the definition of low audience and low turnover referred to in paragraph 6, after consulting the Contact Committee."
In other words, how to calculate the 30% quota remains unclear and exactly which services must comply is undefined.
The potential for harm is enormous. For example, what if the commission were to keep things simple and say 30% of titles available must come from anywhere within Europe. Such a rule would set the stage for French, German, and Italian filmmakers to dominate the EU quota. How does that help Poland, Cyprus, and Malta? Conversely, saying that 30% of a service catalog available in Poland must be Polish in origin would be unworkable for almost any SVOD service.
Why it matters
The EU 30% quota requirement on SVOD services may end up doing more harm than good.
It doesn't fix the real problem, youth disconnecting from local culture and issues.
It could force small services to close, restrict content choice, and fail to support local content creators.


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Stepping out at school this fall, you're undoubtedly going to want to put your best foot forward. But before you reach for your favorite lotion or shave gel, have you ever stopped to wonder what's actually in those products? Unfortunately, the answer is often harmful ingredients.
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Check the labels on your conventional body care products, and you're sure to find a list of unpronounceable, untested toxic chemicals, colors, and fragrances. Chances are, the majority of the ingredients listed (Diethyl Phthalate, Triclosan, Cocoamidopropyl Betaine to name a few) are not good for you or the planet.
Many of the synthetic ingredients in our body care products grew out of the World War II chemical revolution. Sodium lauryl sulfate, for example, is an industrial cleanser and "foaming agent" that's also common in engine degreasers. It has been linked to cancer, neurotoxicity, organ toxicity, skin irritation, and is a known hormone disruptor. You're putting that on your head just to create a little extra lather, and lather doesn't even translate to cleaner hair in the first place!
Surely, if a product is widely available for public consumption, it must be safe. Right? Wrong.
The FDA, or any other federal agency, does not conduct pre-market testing of body products. That means the majority of the 80,000 ingredients used in cosmetic and personal care products have not even been approved by any governing body for safety.
Compared to the almost 1,400 harmful chemicals banned in Europe, only 11 toxic ingredients have been banned in the United States.
As a result of this lack of oversight, it's easy to be misled by products claiming to be "natural," "herbal," or even "organic," when this isn't actually the case. This is called "greenwashing," making a product sound healthy and natural when its ingredients tell a whole different story.
With all this in mind, let's do some math: Your skin is your largest organ and absorbs much of everything you put on it. The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, states that on average, women use 12 personal care products daily, while men use an average of six. This means that when you use conventional products, you could be absorbing dozens, even hundreds of harmful ingredients through your skin.
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This versatile lotion is light and moisturizing for the face, hands and body. Nutrient-rich botanical extracts + Vitamin E are combined with soothing Aloe and French Lavender essential oil to leave skin nourished and moisturized.
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Two organic oils that repel mosquitos and other bugs: Eucalyptus and Lemon. DIY with a great on line recipe and store in a reusable mason jar.
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This fair trade soap is a heavenly blend of natural essential oils that awaken the senses while gently cleansing the skin. Great for face, body, and hair.
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Local Pedestrian CRASH page
Grusome sounding "accident" between car and peds on parkway east.
(update) KDKA had more info on their webpage. I cut and pasted the important paragraph below.
The early information indicates there was a disabled vehicle on the Parkway. A second car stopped to assist the disabled vehicle. There were two people out of their vehicles when a third car came along and either hit the two men and threw them over the overpass or they jumped to avoid being hit. Both men fell down onto Second Avenue and struck the pavement and were run over by a passing vehicle.
Person vs car. Blvd of the allies in Oakland
Man Hospitalized After Being Hit By PAT Bus
Man Hospitalized After Being Hit By PAT Bus
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – An ambulance took a man to the hospital on Saturday after he said he was hit by a Port Authority Bus.
The incident happened around 8:30 p.m. Downtown near Wood Street and Forbes Avenue.The area was temporarily blocked off while police cleared the scene.
There was no immediate word on the severity of the man's injuries.
Woman critically injured after being hit by car in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH – A woman is in critical condition after being hit by a car in a crosswalk on a busy Pittsburgh street.
The accident happened around 8:30 p.m. Monday on California Avenue in the Brighton Heights neighborhood.
About a half-hour earlier, someone was hit along the same road, less than 2 miles away.
Police told Channel 11 the woman is in critical condition. We're working to find out how badly the person involved in the other crash was hurt.
A sad update:
Man Injured In Hit-And-Run Last Month In South Side Slopes Dies From Injuries
Man Injured In Hit-And-Run Last Month In South Side Slopes Dies From Injuries
PITTSBURGH – A man who was struck by hit and run driver in downtown Pittsburgh has died, the medical examiner said.
Michael May, 55, was hit by a van or SUV on Feb. 7 in the 900 block of Fifth Avenue.
The road was closed from Washington Place to Diamond Street for several hours while police gathered evidence.
The Pittsburgh Collision Investigation Unit showed only Channel 11 what the driver left behind after hitting the victim and taking off. Various pieces of the suspect's vehicle were left at the scene.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Scott Township, condition unknown
Trib article with no info. Just a reporter listening to police radio.
In the same breath, a contradiction:
[West View police chief Bruce] Fromlak said the driver and the child also "may not have been fully paying attention when the accident occurred". "The girl told our investigator that she saw the car and thought she had enough time to cross," the chief said.
Also check out this great line of reasoning: …likely was the victim of poor visibility caused by the change over to daylight saving time, according to authorities.
West View, 12-year-old girl hit, hospitalized
I added this comment:
I don't buy the story here. She was indeed paying attention. She saw the car and thought she had enough time to cross. She's 12, she must have crossed this street hundreds of times.
But speeding or not, dark or not, marked crosswalk or not, the driver was at fault, per 75-3542(a):
§ 3542. Right-of-way of pedestrians in crosswalks.
(a) General rule.–When traffic-control signals are not in place or not in operation, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.
The real problem, as ever, is that local police cannot use radar to enforce speed limits.
- This reply was modified 1 year, 3 months ago by StuInMcCandless. Reason: Added my response to the Trib North article
My two cents on the West View pedestrian hit by car:
Shouldn't the headline be "Speeding or inattentive driving likely caused car to hit pedestrian"?
The policeman said (paraphrasing) that we know the driver wasn't speeding because the injuries to the pedestrian weren't severe. That also means the injuries would have been less or perhaps nonexistent if the car had been traveling slower, right? Also, most days I come out unscathed when I'm walking in crosswalks and cars fail to stop for me, as required by law. Is the fact that I'm uninjured proof that the drivers are law-abiding?
Did Police Chief Fromlak ever study logical reasoning?
Interesting that their entire synopsis of the case hinges on the statements of a 12 year old girl who was describing the crash after being hit and hurt. Seems their method of crash reconstruction was "well we're not going to charge the driver so let's talk to the girl and then we're it up and leave."
This is why we need to get rid of the 700 local police departments and instead have larger regional departments who have both patrol and detective functions.
According to their website, West View Police Department has a full-time detective. So as constituted, they currently have both patrol and detective functions. Also, "those requiring extensive investigations or resources beyond our means are referred to outside agencies such as the Allegheny County Police."
So, @eric, looks like West View is covered as far as the capability of their PD goes.
*It's fair to disagree or dislike the outcome of an investigation, or even how it was conducted, but straying into "this is why we need to…" arguments is perilous…
From a West View resident who's a Facebook friend:
Top comment on the West View Borough FB page discussing this event was a person complaining about how kids these days are always looking at their phones and don't pay attention to where they're going. Victim blame much?
Beloved Doctor Struck By Car Hours After Retiring Dies
Mere hours after treating his last patient, Dr. Danai walking home from a nearby community center when he was struck by a car at the intersection of Shady and Aylesboro avenues in Squirrel Hill. The driver stayed at the scene. It could not immediately be determined if police intend to file charges in connection with the accident.
Vehicle strikes man dressed in dark clothing walking on Route 910 https://t.co/iemzwiJwNX
— WPXI (@WPXI) April 4, 2019
what's comical about 910 in Harmar (especially by Target/Giant Eagle Express) is that at least one of the intersections has crosswalks, crosswalk signs, and beg buttons, but there isn't anywhere safe to cross to/from. there are no sidewalks.
How about a more accurate headline "Vehicle with headlights & brakes strikes pedestrian"
Cyclist crash, not pedestrian related.
Today, I was hit by a car coming off the 40th St. Bridge upstream sidewalk. The vehicle was stopped on the crosswalk waiting to turn right onto the bridge from Foster St. Use the downstream sidewalk for Lawrenceville-bound travel as this almost happened to me once before.
As far as I know, I just got a few bumps and nothing was seriously hurt. Bike is a little banged up though.
- This reply was modified 1 year, 3 months ago by zzwergel.
Hope you are ok Did you get the person's information? Their auto insurance should pay for fixing your bike. They'll probably also want you to sign a statement that you won't sue them. They'll probably also swing a token amount of extra money your way to get you to sign it.
@eric, I gave her my phone number and sh wrote hers down. I did not get insurance info because the damage was not serious. The front wheel went out of true and the front brakes became misaligned. On Monday, I can take it to Kraynick's and try to true the wheel there and get the brake and shifter fixed.
Also, I am not seriously hurt, all that happened is mild swelling on my lower left leg. there is no blood or bruises, and nothing feels like it is broken.
Today, I'm feeling better. there is still mild pain in my left leg and shoulder that I can only feel if there is pressure applied to the area. I was able to go for a short ride on my old bike today around Aspinwall Riverfront Park.
- This reply was modified 1 year, 3 months ago by zzwergel.
Z, when I was hit, I got insurance info which paid for fixing both that bike and $50 toward my backup bike (cables and labor, mostly). I had Kindred do the work. They also paid me a four-digit sum not to sue, and covered the X-rays and ambulance ride.
@stu, A few days ago, I sprained my ankle flying off of my bike near St. Margret's Hospital. In fact, I went to the emergency room the next day to get my foot checked out. Nothing is broken, but it was sprained pretty badly. I have health insurance that covered the hospital expenses. Hopefully, by Wednesday, I will be fully recovered.
The young woman in the car that hit me just gave me her first name and phone number. If that happens again, I will ask for more information.
Pro tip from a physician: if it isn't a life threatening injury and you don't require ambulance transport go to one of the Urgent Care clincs down the street. Medexpress next to ephesus or Concentra. They can do the same thing- exam, x-ray, ? brace – much quicker and for much a much cheaper cost, both to you and to the medical system.
@eric, Every time a family member went to urgent care, they were sent to the emergency room. Also, My health insurance should cover the hospital expenses as there is no deductible.
Is it still the case that you probably won't get a proper police report unless they call either an ambulance (for you) or a tow truck (for your disabled vehicle, nevermind you can carry a bike away on your shoulder)?
If so, and if your insurance will cover in case the driver's won't, seems like it makes sense to take the ambulance ride and get checked out. And also put the crash in the statistics.
As a physician I can tell you that ambulance rides aren't free anymore. A lot of insurances will determine that it wasn't medically necessary and deny the claim and then you will get a three or four figure bill from the ambulance company. Never take an ambulance unless there's a chance you're going to die or have significant morbidity if you don't.
Honestly it's a pretty high level of care/monitoring and probably 50 percent of people who take ambulances don't need them. Reason #959 when health Care is so expensive in America. :)
This is getting of topic. I'm 98% better from both incidents and all that is left is a little pain in the foot and shoulder. We do not need to keep going on an on about this. Everything is ok.
Victim Struck, Dragged In Apparent Hit & Run In Penn Hills
Victim Struck, Dragged In Apparent Hit & Run In Penn Hills
^ of course if they find the driver AND CONVICT THEM, they can get off with a 90 DAY sentence
Woman Found Guilty In 2017 Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash In Ross Twp.
Woman Found Guilty In 2017 Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash In Ross Twp.
Gregor says she pulled over and got out to check her car. She also looked down the road where it happened before leaving.
But the assistant district attorney said Gregor had a responsibility to go back to the scene and she decided not to do so.
Gregor will be sentenced in 90 days.
Kolo Jezdec
Marko82: the last sentence in your post states, "Trevor will be sentenced in 90 days. " Is that a typo?
Kolo Jezdec
Darn autocorrect! Should say "Gregor…"
Sentencing scheduled for July 24. So in 90 days.
We don't know how long the sentence will be and if jail or no jail, etc.
Thanks for the correction, I read it wrong.
But still, I'll be surprised if she sees much jail time. It's not like she should be sentenced as someone who intentionally killed someone (first degree), but the sentence should be long enough that it reflects the seriousness of the crime. I think 4 to 5 years minimum security facility would be fair.
Hit and run of ghost Hunter
Also someone hit by Pat bus downtown yesterday but I can't find link.
Person drops off her kid at school, hits him with car while pulling away, and keeps on driving.
Breakthrough on Penn Hills dragging case.
Hit and run, Southside style.
I drove past E Lib Blvd and Negley Run road at 7p today and there was something that looked like a car/bus crash and there was a bike in the middle of it all. I couldn't tell if the bike was smashed or not. People were just standing around and lots of fire trucks and police cars.
2nd car suspected in fatal hit/run/dragging case in Penn Hills.
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PDC – Taylor sets up perfect finale
Phil Taylor will bow out of darts on the biggest stage of all when he takes on Rob Cross in the final of the PDC World Championship at the Ally Pally.
The 16-time world champion will retire after his clash with Cross on New Year's Day, having enjoyed a dream run to the final in his last tournament.
I've got to do my own job and do what I need to do to win that game.Rob Cross
He disposed of Chris Dobey in round one, before claiming victories over Justin Pipe, Keegan Brown and Gary Anderson to reach the semi-finals, where he overpowered Jamie Lewis 6-1.
And Taylor accepts that he is slightly surprised to have reached the final, telling the official PDC website: "It's surreal to be honest with you, it's like I'm not even here – it's like winning the lottery.
"It will be massive and the best thing for me is I've got a day off so I can rest up."
Taylor is priced at 4/5 win the final and is 8/1 to claim a 7-3 victory, while The Power can be backed at 13/2 to secure the title in a final-set decider.
Meanwhile, Cross is excited about the prospect of taking on Taylor, having enjoyed a dream first full season on the PDC circuit, culminating in a 6-5 semi-final win over holder Michael van Gerwen.
He added: "I will come out (in the final) and want to win.
"He (Taylor) is my favourite player. It's going to be special for him, but at the same time I've got to do my own job and do what I need to do to win that game.
"I never expected this, it's amazing, absolutely amazing. I never expected this rise, I really didn't."


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In our times: Swift\'s Modest Proposal
Second, with the new edition of the EHR came the announcement for a conference on 8-10 August 2009, in Cambridge about the Black Death. More info.
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Student's sheep costume became 'human fireball' after bouncer set light to it
He said: 'I became a human fireball instantly – I can't begin to describe the pain'
This is the moment a student became a "human fireball" after a doorman deliberately set fire to his fancy dress sheep costume.
Sean Collins, 22, who was dressed up for a friend's 21st birthday, was enjoying a night out when he suddenly erupted into a ball of fire.
He had been standing in the smoking area of a nightclub when his homemade sheep costume, which was covered in cotton wool balls and sprayed with hairspray, set alight, a court heard.
After suffering horrific injuries to his hands and arms, Sean was rushed to hospital where he underwent several skin grafts.
Three days later, Sean, who believed the fire had started by accident, was told the devastating news that he had been deliberately set alight by a man he'd never met.
CCTV footage of the incident shows father-of-two Thomas McGuiness, 24, who worked as a bouncer at the club, holding his cigarette lighter to Sean's costume on January 17.
Sean said: "I remember standing having a cigarette with two of my mates –the next minute I was on fire.
"I literally just burst into flames and I remember feeling shock and panic.
"I could feel this intense pain which I can't even begin to describe.
"It had taken me about 12 hours to make the costume and I became a human fireball instantly.
"I panicked and ran around trying to get the suit off.
"The whole thing was on fire and I knew I just had to get it off.
"My friends tried to help me and it took about ten seconds in total.
"Afterwards I ran into the street and sank to the pavement in shock."
Sean, a forensic science and criminal investigation student at UCLan, suffered 12 per cent body surface area burns to both hands and forearms.
He was transferred from the Royal Preston Hospital for further care at South Manchester University Hospital where he underwent several skin graft operations.
He may need a further two years of treatment and has been left suffering anxiety and depression.
Sean, from Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, said: "I was dealing with it pretty well for the first few days when I was in hospital because I thought it was an accident.
"I really thought someone had caught me with a cigarette.
"But then when the police came to see me and told me it wasn't an accident it really affected me.
"I was devastated that someone could do something like that, especially to someone they'd never met.
"It was completely unprovoked and I think I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time.
"I can't begin to explain the impact it's had on my life.
"I am still doing my course. I should have finished in May but couldn't because of my injuries.
"I will probably never come back to Preston. I used to love socialising and football but havent been out since, and I cant play football until my skin grafts have healed.
"Looking back now, I know there's a chance I could have burnt to death, but I wasnt thinking that at the time, I just wanted to get the suit off me.
"I suppose in some ways I'm lucky it wasn't worse but my head is all over the place now."
Before jailing McGuiness at Preston Crown Court on Thursday, Judge Michael Leeming, QC, murmured "horrific" as he was shown CCTV footage of the moment
Sean's costume "fireballed out of control".
Doorman McGuiness, who worked at the Evoque nightclub in Preston, Lancs., where the incident happened, sat with his arms folded amid audible gasps in the courtroom as a film was played.
Hanifa Patel, prosecuting, said: "He was dressed as a sheep.
"It was a homemade outfit.
"It was covered in cotton wools balls and sprayed with hairspray to assist the balls to stay in place.
"The group of friends went in Evoque nightclub at around 2.15am.
"The victim was in the smoking are with some friends having a cigarette when all of a sudden his costume ended up alight.
"It was covered in flames.
"He was assisted by members of public.
"When officers arrived at the scene the victim was being treated for his injuries and the defendant was present.
"He was standing very close and trying to see what was happening.
"He then commented: "It was my fault. I was talking to my girlfriend having a cigarette and as I was waving my hand my cigarette caught him and he set alight.
"I'm an off-duty doorman and work at Evoque if you need to speak to me."
Miss Patel said he had missed two months of the final year of his course at UCLan and had to give up his job in the kitchen at McDonald's.
Adrian Williams, defending, said: "This was an incredibly stupid prank, not a deliberate assault on Mr Collins.
"This defendant was shocked by the consequences of his actions, he did not foresee them at ball but he is responsible for them."
Speaking after McGuiness was jailed for 18 months on Thursday, Sean said he was "majorly disappointed" with the sentence.
"I was hoping he would get at least three years for what he did," he added.
"I'm angry he's been let off so lightly.
"I feel like maybe what he's done hasn't really been taken seriously.
"If I hadn't managed to get the suit off I could have died but he'll be out before too long."
McGuiness, from Chorley, Lancs., admitted unlawful wounding at an earlier hearing.


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I have no economics background and may be wrong in every point. Kindly correct me. The Government should create, issue, and circulate all the currency and credits needed to satisfy the spending power of the Government and the buying power of co...
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По моему мнению Вы ошибаетесь. Давайте обсудим это. Пишите мне в PM.
Я извиняюсь, но, по-моему, Вы допускаете ошибку. Могу это доказать. Пишите мне в PM, поговорим.
В этом что-то есть. Признателен Вам за помощь в этом вопросе. Я не знал этого.
Извиняюсь, но не могли бы Вы дать немного больше информации.
С уводольствием пожал бы автору руку, благо, его блог - чудо.
ИМХО смысл раскрыт от А, до Я, аффтор выжал всё что можно, за что ему респект!
Данный пост реально поддержал мне принять очень важное для себя решение. За что автору отдельное спасибо. Жду от Вас новых постов!
Интересная тема, приму участие. Вместе мы сможем прийти к правильному ответу.
Я думаю, что это отличная идея.
Охотно принимаю. На мой взгляд, это актуально, буду принимать участие в обсуждении. Я знаю, что вместе мы сможем прийти к правильному ответу.
Прошу прощения, что вмешался... Я разбираюсь в этом вопросе. Можно обсудить. Пишите здесь или в PM.
Это хорошая идея. Готов Вас поддержать.
Вот смотрю я на все восторженные комменты, и не могу понять - или это я отстал от жизни, или все с ума сошли?
Если правильно структурировать информацию, она будет понятнее читателям.
Хорошая работа!
хотелось бы
Хииии)) я с них улыбаюся
Черти жгут
Это новьё
Авторитетная точка зрения, забавно...
Какая трогательные фраза :)
Ваша мысль блестяща
А на повестке дня только глянцевый гламур или всесторонний охват? А то вот я мыслей имею всяких много, а визуализировать их не умею…
Мне очень жаль, что ничем не могу Вам помочь. Но уверен, что Вы найдёте правильное решение.
Замечательная мысль
Благодарю за очень ценную информацию. Мне это очень пригодилось.


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In this guide I explain how to remove and replace the LCD screen on a Dell G3 15 3579 (model P75F) laptop.
It's easier to remove and replace the screen if the display already removed but also possible if the display is still attached to the laptop base (as shown in my example).
By the way, for complete laptop disassembly check out my previous Dell G3 15 3575 guide. Before removing the LCD screen I recommend disconnecting the main battery.
Insert your fingers between the display bezel and the LCD screen. Wiggle the bezel and start separating it from the back cover. While pulling the bezel away from the screen, pry up the bezel with a case opener tool. You'll have to disengage hidden latches that secure the bezel to the back cover.
Continue removing the bezel on both sides of the display assembly.
Removing the bezel on the lower part of the display is the hardest part of this disassembly process. It's easier to do when the display is removed from the laptop.
Insert the case opener tool in the gap under the hinge cover. While pulling the bezel away from the screen with your fingers, work with the case opener tool to release hidden latches.
Remove the display bezel.
Remove four screws securing the LCD screen to the display back cover.
Carefully separate the LCD screen from the back cover and place it on the palmrest.
Unlock the display cable connector on the back of the screen. Lift up the locking bracket as it shown on the following picture.
Pull the video cable out.
You can find a new replacement LCD screen using the model number printed on the back of the original screen.
Dell G3 15 3579 in my example had this screen installed: NV156FHM-N42.
Alternatively, you can use Dell part number: 012CJJ.
Replacement LCD screens or other display parts available here: https://ebay.to/39qpBKT
Assemble the display panel following all disassembly steps in reverse order.


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Volkswagen Santa Monica Official Blog
Archive for November, 2016
Get Top Performance with the Volkswagen Golf GTIMonday, November 28th, 2016
What Does Golf GTI Stand For?
No doubt that you have heard of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, but do you know what the GTI stands for? The automotive industry likes using acronyms to describe various models whether it pertains to its intent, its design or any other reason that could be behind it. In the case of the Golf GTI, the GTI acronym signifies something to do with its performance aspect. The GTI usually stands for something along the lines of Grand Touring Injection, Gran Turismo Iniezione or some other variation of that term. In the end, it is used to signify the inclusion of a fuel injection system. (more…)
2017 VW e-Golf Improves Driving Range and Features New TechnologyThursday, November 17th, 2016
2017 Volkswagen e-Golf vs 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf
The 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf debuted at Automobility LA and for the new model year, the e-Golf features an improved driving range, more power and new features. The Volkswagen e-Golf is a pure electric vehicle that requires no fuel. With the impressive boost in driving range, customers can now go further than ever in the 2017 VW e-Golf. No only did Volkswagen increase the value by increasing driving range but the 2017 e-Golf also features more power, new infotainment options, an updated Driver Assistance package and a redesigned front and rear end. (more…)
New Features on the 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTIFriday, November 11th, 2016
2017 VW Golf GTI vs 2016 VW Golf GTI
The Golf family is the most popular group in the Volkswagen lineup and the Golf GTI is known as the "hot hatch" in the family. The compact hatchback not only combines the practicality and versatility of a large interior but adds a robust engine for an athletic and aggressive demeanor. What sets the Golf GTI apart from the rest of the Golf siblings is its powerful engine, a quick-shifting dual-clutch automatic transmission and a stylish interior that features near-luxury materials. When looking at how the 2017 VW Golf GTI compares to the previous outgoing model, the new Golf GTI received a number of additional standard features as well as an all-new Sport trim option. (more…)
All-New VW Atlas Exterior and Interior DesignWednesday, November 9th, 2016
2018 Volkswagen Atlas Photos
Well, it is official. Volkswagen confirmed their all-new 2018 Atlas midsize SUV which will seat seven passengers. The 2018 VW Atlas will be available in Spring of 2017 and though we have a while to wait until the all-new SUV arrives here are some photos of the Atlas that show the exterior and interior design on the midsize SUV. The Atlas is larger than any other Volkswagen on sale in the U.S. and it measures in at 198.3 inches long, 77.9 inches wide and 69.6 inches high. To compare the size to a current Volkswagen model, the 2017 Touareg measures in at 188.8 inches long, 76.4 inches wide and 68.2 inches high. (more…)


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Tips for Easing Your Child's Separation Anxiety
Posted on August 5, 2012
When your child has separation anxiety, saying goodbye can involve a lot of tears and guilt. You may think this is just a phase you have to deal with, but there are ways you can help your child through the difficult period. Read some basic things you can do to prepare your anxious child for your absence.
Computers Used to Relieve Anxiety in Children
Posted on August 5, 2012
Is there a treatment which works as well for children with anxiety as medication? It seems that there may be one in the near future! New research from the University of Israel may lead to a computer-based treatment for children who suffer from anxiety disorders. Learn more about how the program works.
Girls Are More Susceptible to Math Anxiety
Posted on July 25, 2012
Does math anxiety in children affect one gender more than the other? A new study conducted at Cambridge University suggests that females are more susceptible to a drop in performance due to anxiety. Working to combat math anxiety early on might be a key component of increasing the number of women that pursue math or science related careers.


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"The Max Story" Begins in Latham Max has been in my care since 2009 when I first received a call from a woman named Mary Lou a resident of Colonie according to her story she was forced to leave her apartment and had no plans to take either of her 2 cats Max & Buster.
Mary Lou first contacted the PETCARE Community requesting help she was trying to find a foster home for her cats she told us that she had to move immediately and had no place to take her cats she had no plans to take the cats with her.
I agree to take Max & Barbara another volunteer agreed to take Buster It would only be for a couple of months so we were told Mary Lou did returned after several months and contacted Barbara to get Buster Barbara agreed to this because Buster did not adjust well in her home. Mary Lou however failed to make contact with me to come get Max I thought that was unusual both her cats were here. Well that is how it went down Max was being abandoned. I decided then Mary Lou was not the person who could ever take proper care of Max the one she left behind was Max that is when I adopted Max. Mary Lou told me little about Max's Medical History and that is probably the reason she did not come back for him.
This presented a problem for me at the time when I took custody of Max I already had a cat 11 year old cat named Shadow, I was concerned about them getting along! Max was partially blind and could not eat any solid food due to a previous condition I knew it was going to be a challenge to keep Max & Shadow apart during food time they both had very different eating habits. Max's condition prevented me from leaving any dry food around I knew if Max got hard food he would become sick and possibly die from choking.
I did not get too much information when I rescued Max I was told Max was abandoned very young and was neglected he was diagnosed with having a rare blood disorder that unless treated with medication he could die? Unfortunately the medicine Max was given also caused him permanent damage to his digestive system as a result Max would never be able to eat any solid foods again. Now Max can only eat my homemade cat foods that I have to mix up in a blender and water down at every meal he seems to like what I give him? Max also enjoys homemade tomato sauce and melted cheese sauces as treats, Tuna juice is one of his favorites and because he is a good boy I also treat him to some Ice Cream & Whip Cream not too bad.
I do not mind giving special attention to Max after all he did not create these problems for himself & because I am caring for Max I know he is safe at all times.
Max knows the Ins & Outs of every corner in my apartment and I try to keep things in place to prevent him from walking into unfamiliar objects Max is a good friend & companion to others, He's Home Now 🙂


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Video log for yesterday; in here I talk about finishing the code (all except the XML) and the background of the AI Project (graphics). This morning when I looked at it again I actually had a little more code to add to make the video display properly and to tidy up some other things; the load and save functions have been abandoned for the moment due to time constraints.
They shall be added! Only, later.


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Beautiful Eggs
Author(s): Alice Lindstrom
A large-format board book for Easter that celebrates traditions of egg-decorating from around the world in exquisite cut-paper illustration. Discover a world of beautiful pattern and colour!
Decorated eggs are found all over the world in many different countries. They are a wonderful celebration of family, culture and tradition.
Complete with a stencil incorporated into the design, this book will encourage children to create their own beautiful eggs.
Product Information
General Fields
- : 9781925849783
- : Scribe Publications
- : Scribe Publications
- : October 2019
- : ---length:- '23'width:- '18'units:- Centimeters
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- : Alice Lindstrom
- : Board book
- : English
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We are honored that FLAIM Trainer has been included to the 2019 Australian Military Sales Catalogue.
On 12th February in Canberra, Steven Ciobo, the Minister for Defence Industry, launched the catalogue. It showcases world-leading Australian products and services (see link).
The Australian Military Sales Catalogue lists equipment available for purchase by approved foreign government customers, from selected Australian defence industry companies. FLAIM Trainer was selected as a Training and Education system, used by first responders to help them better prepare for extreme firefighting emergencies. It is listed on page 74 of the PDF document available at this link.


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Casual Luxury
Case Study
Project Highlights
From finish selections to furnishings and decor, the style and mood of each model home are distinctly different. Our design team's intent was to show how identical spaces can be reimagined into unique and personal environments to suit any lifestyle.
Beginning with a blank canvas, we built each story around a cohesive design style. Ideal textures, patterns, color palettes, and furnishings brought each story to life. Each unit is unique and exemplifies IDG's ability to personalize each design for our clients.
What clients are saying...
"We were thrilled to work with the creative designers at IDG once again to create our three unique professionally designed and decorated show homes, the first of their kind in the Cayman Islands.
Although each of the three spaces offers a similar allocation of square footage and floor plans, it was our ultimate goal to create three distinctly different spaces that would offer options for every taste and family dynamic.
The end product is spectacular, receiving much design praise from all who visit. The fittings within the show homes not only give potential purchasers a better idea of spatial awareness and layout possibilities, but also an overall feeling of 'home' with a soft move-in ready feeling, where most who visit don't even want to leave.
We look forward to continuing works with our IDG partners on evolving the final selections of the common amenities, creating a cohesive and thoughtful design to our lifestyle community."
– Holly Wellon, The Residences of Stone Island
IDG Interiors
Home by IDG
Dwell by IDG
Warehouse Team
Scope of Work
Finish Selections
Casual Luxury
- A refreshing and contemporary style utilizing a tactile palette to create a feeling of warmth and comfort
- Color story: warm browns, soft greys, shades of white
- Textural materials and rhythmic patterns articulate the space and add visual interest
- Strong blend of contemporary lines and organic forms
- A subtle balance of neutral color tones, refined materials, modern elements, and heavy textures define this design style
Contemporary Traditions
Luxurious textiles and finishes, such as the classic dark wood and soft coastal color palette with rich gold accents achieve a timeless design.
Color Splash
An impactful, energetic, and engaging design that remains inviting and friendly with playful textures and bold colors throughout.
A Suiting AbodeThe developer's commitment to fine design, high-quality construction, and an ultra-modern neighborhood allowed our team to capture island living in a modern space.
Building Blocks
A sophisticated, child-friendly primary residence for a young family. The bold greens and bright blues of the island were incorporated into a comfortable, contemporary interior.


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Richard Bacon
Stand-in for Simon Mayo in 2009 and 2010. Bacon appears as himself in the 5 Live episode of Armando Iannucci's The Thick Of It ("I'm having an affair with Richard Bacon. I'm incredibly aroused by men with meat in their surnames") in which Simon and Mark both get namechecks (and the Flappy Hands epithet was born).
In Mark's third book on film criticism, Hatchet Job, Bacon is named as one of the critics who reviewed films he had not seen. Bacon happily outed himself as doing this in his 2013 book A Series Of Unrelated Events, describing how he was caught out when he told the publicist of The Lake House that he would definitely try to get round to see it, only for her to reply that he had already reviewed - and hated - it in a national newspaper.


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Ever forget it's your anniversary or birthday or that it is a special day until you are several hours into it?
The anniversary of September 11, 2001 should never be one of those days. We should know well in advance that it is coming, like a far off ship on the horizon.
And we should certainly feel it on the day it arrives.
It was 8 years ago today that our lives changed forever. Not just my life and yours. But ALL OF OUR LIVES. Even the lives of Americans not yet born were affected by the barbaric and cowardly terrorist attacks on our great nation.
But where is the footage? Just when you thought it couldn't get more sparse--it did. I watched for hours today and saw--if I saw any reference at all--mainly still pictures.
Where was the video of the planes hitting the World Trade Center?
Where was the Pentagon in flames?
Where was the billowing smoke from Pennsylvania?
Where were the people running the streets covered in blood and soot--the horrified face of a nation?
This is destined to be forgotten just as Pearl Harbor has been largely forgotten as the Greatest Generation passes away by the thousands each week.
You see, the mainstream media seems to think we have seen too much already. It would just re-open wounds that need to be closed and remain so. It would just be too upsetting.
GOOD. We NEED to be upset.
Thousands of innocent lives were taken and thousands more destroyed forever by their loss.
Men and women are fighting as I write this, wearing the uniform of the American Armed Forces. Many others fight as our allies.
This isn't a time to forget.
It is a time to remember.
Please do that today. Alone or with your family and friends.
And never...ever...forget.


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If you do a web search for sleep and stress you will find hundreds of articles and studies solely dedicated to this topic. If you are stressed, you can have issues with sleep. If you are not sleeping well, it adds to your stress. It is a cycle that will continue if you don't make some changes now.
Stress affects everyone. No one can avoid it and because of this we all need to learn how to deal with stress so that it doesn't affect our sleep and inevitably our health. But, how adults deal with stress and sleep issues can be different than how children and teens deal with them. Teaching children and teens early in their lives the importance of reducing stress and getting quality sleep is crucial.
A little stress is normal, but how your child handles stress is key. Setting your child up for a healthy relationship with stress when it happens will benefit them for years to come. By dealing with anxiety, the goal is that better sleep may occur.
Our children often stress over making mistakes because we, as adults, teach them that bad habit through our own lives. Kids needs to understand that mistakes will happen, and you will deal with them. Don't overreact as a parent when your child messes up. Your reaction can either add to the stress or diffuse the stress. Encourage the child to participate in finding a solution. Don't fix it for them. They need to be part of the process so that in the future they can problem-solve an issue when you aren't there.
Don't overschedule your child. Kids are expected to give their attention to their teachers for seven hours and be fully involved in their extracurricular activities only to come home and do homework before bed, which normally results in setting back their bedtime later and later. Then they get up and do it again the next day. Make sure your child has some dedicated free time each week. Create a regular bedtime routine, and try to hit that most days of the week.
Sleep problems that result in lack of sleep or sleeping for too long can make teens more prone to stress, potentially affecting their performance and behavior in school.
We've all been there. Running out the door, while grabbing a breakfast pastry. That is not the best practice every day, but it happens. Stress from being disorganized can affect everyone. In particular when your teen is staying up late and then sleeping in, a morning wake-up call can throw the morning into a tizzy. Encourage getting things together the night before so that if they do sleep in five more minutes that it won't be the end of the world. Simple tasks like choosing clothes, making sandwiches, and finding (both) shoes can aide in a more peaceful morning.
As a teenager, it is so easy to stay up late, chatting or beating that next level on their Xbox, but getting enough sleep is vital in calming stress and boosting mood, which in turn will improve school performance and health.
They may not like it but having a specific time allowance for electronics (that includes the phone) may be what it takes to ensure a better sleep routine. You could make their bedrooms a no-electronics zone, if it is too hard to monitor. Their bedroom should be a place where they wind down. Taking the distractions away could be the solution.
The key to successfully reducing stress and making sleep more fulfilling will ultimately depend on you. They are watching you. So, if you aren't monitoring your stress levels and are not focusing on achieving a positive sleep routine then your child won't either. Work together toward a healthy sleeping schedule that everyone can benefit from.
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NHK Two People ~ From Up on Poppy Hill (Japan BD)
Original Price: ¥ 4935 (tax included)
Notes: Single-disc blu-ray edition. From ANN's description: This "making of" documentary follows both Hayao Miyazaki and his son Goro Miyazaki for the 10 months they worked together on the film From Up on Poppy Hill (コクリコ坂から Kokurikozaka kara?). Hayao Miyazaki planned and co-wrote the film, which Goro Miyazaki directed. The documentary discusses the conflict that previously arose between the two men when Goro directed Tales from Earthsea against Hayao's wishes (but at the insistence of producer Toshio Suzuki). The documentary explores how that conflict played a part in the two working together on Poppy Hill, especially regarding the creation of the main character Umi. It also examines the postponement of the film and the effect the 11 March 2011 Great Eastern Japan Earthquake (東日本大震災 Higashi Nihon Daishinsai?) disaster had on the film's production, and on the Miyazaki's father-and-son relationship.


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David Carrico
David has been an avid SF reader since discovering the books of Andre Norton in 6th grade. He eventually tried his hand at writing the stuff, and made his first professional sale in 2004. He has been a regular contributor to The Grantville Gazette e-magazine since 2004, beginning with that first sale, as well as appearing in Grantville Gazette and Ring of Fire anthologies for Baen Books. He has had a story published in Jim Baen's Universe e-magazine, and 2013 saw the publication by Baen Books of two books by David: 1635: Music and Murder, which collected most of his short fiction, and the novel 1636: The Devil's Opera, on which he collaborated with Eric Flint. He has also co-written The Span of Empire with Eric Flint, the third novel in Eric's Jao Empire series, which Baen Books will publish in September 2016, and is currently available for pre-order. He is currently working on a solo novel project.