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The Federal Government has approved the Nigeria Police's request to acquire 2,564 vehicles to enhance security operations during the forthcoming general elections in the country.
Vice President Namadi Sambo, who conveyed the FG's approval during the launching of 263 patrol vehicles for the police at the Eagle Square, Abuja on Sunday, also urged party supporters to shun violence during and after the polls.
Sambo, who represented President Goodluck Jonathan, said the procurement of the vehicles was aimed at boosting the capacity of the Nigeria Police Force to deliver on its mandate effectively.
He said, "A well-equipped and adequately motivated police force, will assist in no small measure in ensuring the security needed in the drive to economic growth and development of Nigeria.
"This is in view of the strong commitment of government to provide for the NPF within available resources, and it is my hope that the gesture by government will be reciprocated by assisting INEC in ensuring they conduct free and fair elections this month.
"It is also expected that the deployment of these operational vehicles will translate to enhanced surveillance of our communities in order to improve security".
While further highlighting the efforts of government in enhancing peace and security of all Nigerians, the vice president stressed the need for all citizens to see themselves as Nigerians and work for the unity of the country, despite their political leanings.
"I call on the politicians, the aspirants, their supporters and their sympathisers, to eschew all forms of violence and unlawful practices, both in words and conduct, before and after elections, let us eschew any form of violence, we should condemn any form of violence before, during and after elections. We should know that elections will come and go but Nigeria will remain as one nation and one people", he said.
Speaking earlier, the Inspector-General of Police, Suleiman Abba, said approval for 2,564 operational vehicles was given by the president, but the first batch of the patrol cars comprising 170 Nissan NP300 hard body patrol pick-up vans, 129 Nissan Frontier
Double Cabin Patrol Vehicles, 50 Nissan Patrol 4WD Jeeps, 10 Toyota double cabin Armoured Patrol Vans and four Ford 550 model 4X4 state of the art Armoured Personnel Carriers were ready for commissioning.
Responding to a question on the possibility of acquiring the remaining bulk of vehicles before the elections, Abba said he did not know, but noted that "the important thing is that the contract has been signed and the supply is coming from an indigenous company".
"We are certain that the multiplier effect of the contract would affect the countrymen very well; this is an addition to the vehicles we have in our stock", he added.
IG Abba also made references to other utility projects embarked upon by government to enhance the performance of the Force in providing security to citizens.


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Two new Supervisors appointed for Benezette Twp.
Benezette Township once again has a full board of supervisors thanks to Judge Richard Masson's appointment of Charles Ruffo and Mark Moorehead to fill the seats that have been vacant since July. The Benezette Township government has been in a state of limbo with two township supervisors resigning within a short period of time, resulting in the inability of the town to function in their absence on all regular business, as well as lacking the authority to appoint anyone to the vacant roles without a quorum.
There is a township rule in place for succession involving accepting applications and appointments to fill a vacancy on the supervisory board in case of the loss of one due to death, illness or resignation, but it does require two sitting supervisors to oversee the process. With the departure of two at once, the township was frozen.
The remaining Supervisor James McClusky and Secretary/Treasurer Pamela Long quickly began looking for solutions to this quandary. In speaking to all other local townships and not finding any solutions, they finally contacted the Elk County Commissioners, who advised that the local court system would be the proper place for such an issue. A plan was formulated to begin advertising the vacancies and accepting applications to the vacant positions. The applicants would have to also submit paperwork to the Elk County Courthouse. The time period was to take place through September to mid October, with final paperwork to have been delivered at least 15 days prior to the court date, Oct. 29.
The full story can be found in the printed publication or E-Edition of the Ridgway Record, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018.

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(Based on talk / presentation delivered in Masjid Darus-Salam, Clementi Singapore.)
- We Muslims acknowledge that that there have been personalities (prophets) chosen by God, sanctified and guided to receive direct knowledge from God Himself termed as "Wahyi" revelations, through the ages.
- All their message revolves around guiding mankind towards fulfilling their role on this earth through obedience to God's Will as His vicegerents.
- We believe that, to every nation there has been such personalities sent by God, except that such teachings over time may have disappeared or superceded by subsequent prophets – until the coming of the Final or Seal of the Prophethood – whose Message will remain preserved for posterity amongst mankind.
- Being the Last Messenger, he was sent not to a particular nation or tribe as previous prophets were, but meant for all people.
- That Messenger was Prophet Muhammad (may the salutations of Allah, peace and blessings be upon Him) – born in Makkah, migrated to Madina and established a model community, transformed people who were in darkness (ignorance) into light (of Faith and knowledge), which later bloomed to produce a truly cosmopolitan civilization – the "Islamic Civilization" that touched and benefitted many nations.
- The simple message of the Oneness of God (Tawhiid) – which he re-established with God's guidance, united its adherents towards manifesting the universal brotherhood of man, sharing the common responsibility to become God's obedient servants and His representative on earth.
"JazaAllahu Sayidina wa Nabiyyina Muhammad 'an-naa khay-ran
bimaa huwa ah-luh "
"Allaahumma-solli 'ala Muhammad wa 'alaa aali
Commandment for Muslims to be grateful:
Some facts about Muhammad (pbuh):
"Allah did confer a great favour on the Believers when He sent among them a Messenger from among themselves, rehearsing unto them the Signs of Allah, sanctifying them and instructing them in Scripture and Wisdom, while before that, they had been in manifest error."
(Qur'an: Aali Imran: 3: 164)
- His honourable lineage and early upbringing was known to all in Makkah.
- Acknowledged, even by his adversaries of his time as "one who is the truthful and the trustworthy (As-sadiq al-Aamin)".
- Was an illiterate ("ummiy" - unlettered), who never had any social, political, economical aspirations for 40 years before.
- Yet, consider his initial experience of the first revelation:
"Read! (or proclaim, recite) In the name of Thy Lord and Sustainer Who created – Created man out of a mere clot: Read for thy Lord is Most Bountiful – He Who taught (the use of) the Pen – Taught man that which he knew not."
(Qur'an: al-'Alaq : 96: 1-5)
What was main Message brought by him?
Tawhiid (True Attestation to the Oneness of God):
"Laa - ilaa –ha -il-lAllaah,
Muham-madur - Ra-suu - lullaah"
(That there is none to be worshipped as god, except Allah [the One Who alone is the Divine]; and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah)
What was the Message that he received from God?
- Clarifying to the polytheist of Makkah thge question as to "Who is Allah (God)?" , the following was revealed as the response:
Mankind may speak of God, the Divine Being; yet they ascribe to things in nature (obviously part of creation, not the Creator) and regard it as that god. They even subscribe to the idea of multiplicity of God; and erroneously apply human imagination with its anthropomorphic tendencies, to the extent that absurdities and myth, incarnation and idolatry, etc. concerning God were accepted as truth. The Makkan were such people. So when they confronted Muhammad and ask him to explain who God is, the reply came in perfect Arabic; brief, and yet profoundly latent with the truth that subsequent theologians and philosophers could not fault:
"Say (O Muhammad): He (God) is Allah, the One and and Only;
Allah (God), the Eternal, Absolute; He begets not, nor was He
begotten; and there is none Like unto Him"
(Qur'an : al- Ikhlash: 112: 1-4)
- And as regarding himself vis-à-vis his mission, God commands him to say, inter alia, the following:
"Say (O Muhammad) : "O Men! I am sent unto you all, as the Messenger of Allah, to Whom belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth: there is no god but He: it is He that gives both life and death. So believe in Allah and His Messenger - the unlettered Prophet, who believes in Allah and His Words: follow him so that you may be guided."
(Qur'an : al- A'raf 7: 158)
"Say (O Muhammad) :'I am but a man like yourselves, (but) the inspiration (from God) has come to me, that your God is One God: whoever expects to meet his Lord, let him work righteousness, and in the worship of his Lord, admit no one as partner (to God)."
(Qur'an : al- Kahfi : 18 : 110)
"Say (O Muhammad): 'Show me those you have joined with Him (God) as partners: by no means (can you). Nay, He is Allah the Exalted in Power, the
We have not sent you (O Muhammad) but as a universal Messenger for all
mankind, giving glad tidings and warning them against sin, but most men
understand not."
(Qur'an : Saba' : 34 : 27-28)
"Say (O Muhammad): 'If you do love Allah (God), follow me: Allah (God) will love you and forgive you your sins: for Allah (God) is Oft-Forgiving, Most
(Qur'an : aali 'Imran : 3 : 31)
- And his message for all, God commands him to say, inter alia, the following:
"Whoever works acts if righteousness and has (true) Faith – his endeavour will not be rejected: We shall record it in his favour."
(Qur'an : al- Anbiya' : 21 : 94)
- He brought the Glad tidings regarding the message of the Mercy and forgiveness from God for all :
"Say (O Muhammad): 'O my Servants who have transgressed against their souls! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah: for Allah forgives all sins for He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. Turn ye to your Lord (in repentance) and bow to His Will, before the penalty comes on you: after that ye shall not be help. And follow the Best (of courses) revealed to you from your Lord, before the penalty comes on you while you – of a sudden, while ye perceive it not! –"
(Qur'an : al- Zumar : 39 : 53-55)
And to the People of the book he was commanded to clarify:
"Say :O People of the Book! Let us come to common terms as between us and you: that we worship none but the One God (Allah) that we do not ascribe any partners with Him; that we erect not from among ourselves Lords and Patrons other than God (Allah)." If they turn back then say ye (O Muhammad): 'Bear witness (at least) that we are Muslims (those who bow to Allah's Will)
(Qur'an : ali-'Imran : 3 : 64)
"Say : We believe in Allah (the One and only God), and in that which has been sent down upon us and upon Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac and Jacob, and the tribes, and that which was given to Moses and Jesus and the prophets of their Lord; we make no division between any of them, and to Him (Allah) we surrender (as
(Qur'an : al-Baqarah : 2 : 136)
- And towards these people on whom previous revelations have been sent (People of the Book):
"O People of the Book! There has now come to you Our Messenger, revealing to you much that you used to hide in the Book and passing over much (that you regard as unnecessary): there has come to you from Allah (God) a (new) light and a perspicuous Book wherewith Allah guides all who seek His good pleasure to ways of peace and safety, and leads them out of darkness, by His Will, unto the light – guides them to a Path that is Straight."
(Qur'an : al- Maa-'idah : 5 : 15-16)
"Say: 'O People of the Book! Exceed not in your religion the bounds (of what is proper), trespassing beyond the Truth, nor follow the vain desires of people who went wrong in times gone by – who misled many, and strayed (themselves from the even Way."
(Qur'an : al- Maa-'idah : 5 : 77)
- And regarding the message of Prophet 'Isa (Jesus), Muhammad was commanded to say:
"They do blaspheme who say 'God is Christ the son of Mary.' But said Christ: 'O Children of Israel! Worship Allah (the One God), my Lord and your Lord.' Whoever join other as gods with Allah (God) – Allah will forbid him the Garden, and the Fire will be his abode. There will be, for the wrongdoers, no one to help."
(Qur'an : al- Maa-'idah : 5 : 72)
Muhammad – the Awaited Prophet.
Many Muslims scholars understand this as reference, a prophecy concerning him as being in the likeness of Moses a.s. - as recorded even in the present day Bible in Old Testament Book of Deuteronomy 18 : 18 :-
"Say (O Muhammad): Do you see? Whether this message (teaching) be from Allah and yet you reject it, and a witness from among the Children of Israel bore witness of one like him………..."
(Qur'an : Ahqaf: 46: 10)
"I will raise up for them a prophet like unto you (O Moses) from amongst their brethren; and I will put My words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him. And whoever will not give heed to My words which he shall speak in My name, I Myself will require it of him."
(Book of Deutronomy -18:18)
- Who were the brethren to the Children of Isra'il? Do note that the Quraysh Arabs were descended from Prophet Ishmael (Isma'il a.s.) the first-born son to Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim a.s.), thus related to the Jew as he was a brethren to the Prophet Isaac (Ishaq a.s.) although both had different mothers.The use of phrase "their brethren" would imply that of the Ishmalite line, and not descendants of Isaac (the children of Israil) because, if it were to be so, then the appropriate term would be "from among them."
- Also, the phrase "and I will put My words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him. And whoever will not give heed to My words which he shall speak in My name.." is unmistakably referring to Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. This can be borne out from the manner the Qur'an was revealed, ad verbetim to him who was illiterate (ummiy), in perfect Arabic unknown to anyone and which they cannot produce a likeness to it; intermittent the revelation proclaim God's name e,g. in the first revelation "Read in the name of thy Lord who creates .." and intermittently the phrase "In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful."
- As regards the many similarities betweem Moses and Muhammad (may peace and blessings of Allah be upon them both), let us compare:
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- Separated from his mother and adopted by the leading man in power (Pharaoh).
- Well-loved by all in the court of Pharaoh.
- Gave up life in Pharaoh's court and spent time in the wilderness around the Sinai peninsula.
- Married and had a family before becoming a prophet (he married the daughter of Jethro - in the Qur'an referred to as prophet "Shu'ayb" a.s.)
- Experienced first revelation in the Mountain (Sinai).
- Preached the clear message of the Absolute Oneness of God. "Hear O Israel! Your Lord God is One God."
- Commanded to preach to the people in power (i.e. Pharaoh), who knew him.
- Has his brother Aaron (Harun a.s.) to assist in his mission throughout, acted as his vizier discharging his responsibilty as well as assume guardianship of his family during Moses' absence when he climbed Mt. Sinai.
- Experience beatific vision of the presence of God in the sacred valley of Tuwa in
Mount Sinai - encountering the burning bush, had interlocution with God, and receiving the ten commandments direct from God.
- He was at first rejected by his people but in the end was accepted as the Messenger of God.
- His life and his people were threatened and oppressed, yet managed to bring his people safely out of the land of oppression through "Exodus", and established a community, governed over them by the Law of God (Torah or "Taurah").
- Had to face enemies within his community (the hypocrites); they introduced the 'golden calf' to undermine Moses' teaching and authority; but this was smashed and destroyed, the perpetrators exposed and condemned by God.
- Had both spiritual and temporal powers; and like a sovereign he had power of life and death over his people.
- Was assisted by many miracles; God brought down hosts fro heaven to route his enemies who were out to wage war against his people.
- Was successful in his mission; left his community with a legacy and guidance.
- Died at an old age and buried on this earth.
- Separated from his mother and adopted by the leading man in power (Quraysh leader).
- Well-loved by all in the council of the Quraysh.
- Kept away from the Quraysh way and spent time in the mountain outside Makkah.
- Married and had a family before becoming a prophet (he married the Khadijah daughter of Khuwailid).
- Experienced first revelation in the Mountain (Jabal Nur).
- Preached the clear message of the Absolute Oneness of God. "There is no god except Allah (the One and Only God)"
- Commanded to preach to the people in power (i.e. the Quraysh), who knew him.
- Has Ali ibn Abu Talib r.a., his cousin likened as brother, who assisted his mission through out, who remained in Makkah to discharge all the trusts as well as act as guardianship over the prophet' household, when Muhammad s.a.w. left on the Hijrah with Abu Bakr r.a.
- Was miraclously brought on the night journey "Isra' " and then transported up "mi'raj" to witness the beatific presence of God in the highest heaven "Sidratul-muntaha", where he had direct audience with God, and recieved the commandments for the 5 daily devotions "Swolah" directly from God..
- He was at first rejected by his people but in the end was accepted as the Messenger of God.
- His life and his people were threatened and oppressed, yet managed to bring his people safely out of the land of oppression through "Hijrah", and established a community, governed over them by the Law of God (Qur'an and the Sunnah).
- Had spiritual and temporal powers; and like a sovereign he had power of life and death over his people.
- Had to face enemies within (the hypocrites -"munaafiqun"), they buid a mosque(masjid dirar) to undermine Muhammad's teachings and authority; but this was burned and destroyed, the perpetrators exposed and condemned by God.
- Was assisted with many miracles; God sent down angels from heaven to route his enemies in wars waged against him by the Quraysh, especially in the of Battle of Badr.
- Was successful in his mission; left his community with a legacy and guidance.
- Died at an old age; and was buried on this earth.
And after Moses a.s. there has not been one prophet from the Children of Israil that can fit this description. Even at the time of prophets John the baptist (Yahya a.s.) and Jesus son of Mary ('Isa a.s.). the Jews were waiting for fulfilment of 3 more prophecies and asking the question at that time : "Are you Elijah?, or are you the Messiah?, or are you THAT prophet?"
If we consider John (Yahya a.s.) as the Elijah, the one who herald the coming of the Messiah. And in the presentday Gospel, Jesus a.s. begun his mission only after he was baptised by John. And Jesus son of Mary ('Isa a.s.) is acknowledged not just y Christians, but even in the Qur'an as the "al-Maseeh" (literally the equivalent to the "Messiah" - meaning the "Christ", the "Anointed"). So the last that is left to be fullfilled is " THAT Prophet" - and Biblical scholar would cross-reference this personality to Deutronomy 8:18 . Muhammad s.a.w. who came about 500 years after Jesus a.s. fits the description perfectly.
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Prophet Muhammad's (s.a.w.) important Legacy.
- The Last Book of Revelation from God – "Al-Qur'an".
- The Way of Life (As-Sunnah) of God's Messenger through the corpus called "Ahadith".
- He re-established the true faith of Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim a.s.) - the common ancestor to Monotheistic religion – and restored the Ka'bah (which was built by Abraham) as the Symbol to unite mankind under the Message of the unity of God (Tawhid). For he (Muhammad) was that Awaited Prophet promised to Abraham; and whose coming was prophesized by Moses and Jesus.
- The "faithful community" that adhere to its teachings (termed as Shari'ah), which seeks to perfect human conditions through two approaches:
- Correcting and perfecting the practices and customs of
society in general – "inviting towards what is good,
enjoining what is right and forbidding wrong";
- At the individual level: Educating and perfecting the noble
character and virtues of people – the Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. said : "I have not been raised up as a Prophet except (as the educator and
best exemplar) to perfect the nobility of character of
- Commandment for Muslims to build a model community of universal brotherhood, as Witnesses so that others may witness the Way of life of the God-fearing:
Thus have We made you an Ummah (community) that (with your lives) you might be witnesses over the nations, and the Messenger a witness over
(Qur'an Al-Baqarah : 2: 143)
- Commandment to share the message of Truth with all people through peaceful dialogue, but always respecting the basic rights of every people viz.:
a. right to practice their religion (no coercion);
b. right and sanctity of every human life;
c. right to preservation of the intellect (right to Truth, every beneficial knowledge);
d. right to individual ownership of property;
e. right to family and dignity (progeny and preservation of good name);
- To co-operate with every people in common virtues :
"Verily Allah does command towards the upholding of Justice, the doing of good, liberality towards kith and kin, and He forbids all shameful deeds, injustice and rebellion." (Qur'an: an-Nahlu:16: 90)
- An important advice of Prophet Muhammad for Muslims:
"Be conscious of Allah at every place (and moment), if you committed a wrong (desist) and follow it up by doing good works as reparation, and interact with all people by exuding goodly and noble conduct." (Hadith of the Prophet)
- God's Message towards mutual coexistence amongst Mankind.
"O Mankind! Verily We have created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and have made you into nations and tribes, that you may know each other (not that you despise each other). Verily the most honoured of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most Righteous and God-fearing amongst you. And Allah is well-acquainted (with all things)."
(Qur'an: Al-Hujurat : 49: 13)
"But seek, with the (wealth) which Allah has bestowed on you, the home of the Hereafter, nor forget thy portion in this world: but do good towards others has Allah has been good to you, and seek not (occasions) for mischief in the land: for Allah loves not those who do mischief."
(Qur'an: Al-Qasas: 28: 77)
May Allah, the Most Compassionate and Merciful God, grants us His Guidance and strength, to open our hearts to accept His Mercy – for "You (O Muhammad) has not been sent, except as a Mercy for all (of Allah's creature)" (Qur'an: al- Anbiya' : 21: 107).
"Wabillaahi - taufiq wa- al-Hidaa -yah"
"WAS-SALAAM" : May the blessings of Peace be upon everyone who follow the Guidance.


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Rachel Hewitt, keynote speaker at the Advance HE Surveys and Insights Conference 2019, presents the perspectives of students on value for money and university bailouts. Rachel joined HEPI in November 2018, as Director of Policy and Advocacy. Prior to joining HEPI, Rachel held a number of roles at the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), focused on data policy and governance and gathering requirements for information that could be met from HESA data.
The world of higher education is ever changing, never more so than recently. We're now onto the fourth higher education and science minister within four years. Given this political turbulence, it is more essential than ever that we have a strong evidence base to set policy. One important way to gather this evidence is using surveys to ask students about their experience and views directly, something we have been doing at HEPI in various forms for over a decade.
Student's academic experience
With Government placing emphasis on the teaching within universities through initiatives such as the Teaching Excellence Framework, it is important to understand how students experience teaching and learning at university. The HEPI/AdvanceHE Student Academic Experience survey, has been running since 2006 and has surveyed over 14,000 students across all years of study.
The results generally show a positive picture. Students contact hours have remained static since the survey began, despite the removal of the student number cap in recent years. If students could start over, the majority wouldn't change their university or course. Students perceptions of value for money remain low and spent a number of years in decline but have recently began to improve. If policy makers are looking to make changes to the current system, they would benefit from understanding this data on what the current experience is like for a student.
University bailouts
It is equally important to have data available on emerging policy issues. One example of this is our recent surveying of students on their views of the financial health of universities. There have been continual media headlines about the state of universities finances and the Office for Students have set out their firm position that they would not step in if a university were to fail. However, no one had asked students what they thought understood about the issue, or what they thought should happen. Our surveying showed that students expectations were that government should step in and almost no students thought no action should be taken. It also showed it to be an issue that students were largely unaware of. This demonstrates a critical example of where without surveying of students, we would not have the evidence to show the divergence between government policy and the views of students.
Without surveys, those of us working in higher education policy risk jumping to conclusions about students' views, and what their experience is like. It is essential that we use surveys to continue to ask students to reflect on their higher education experience and the latest policy issues, to inform the way that we understand and influence higher education today.
What does the latest HEPI research tell us about the student experience? Hear more from Rachel at the Advance HE Surveys Conference 2019


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My journey begins with a Masters in interactive media in London in the late 90's that led me into the world of digital production. Our aim at Mother is to bring to life ideas that live in culture. As a creative producer I use technology to enable and enhance traditional storytelling. I believe in creating memorable, extraordinary experiences and this has defined my 18 years in interactive content.
What was your very first job?
Working a nightshift in a caramel substitute factory in Essex.
Please describe, in your own words, what your job is and what work it entails.
I head up digital production at Mother. By digital we mean interaction design, and specifically the point at which technology can be used to effect storytelling. Anything from a simple tap on an interface through to immersive virtual/augmented realities.
How did you discover that the creative world was right for you? Was there a time in your life that you credit to this discovery? What was there train of events that brought you to where you are today?
Paris at Disney Consumer Products working with character artists as a publications assistant. The experience inspired me to apply for my masters in interactive media in London which was the launchpad of my journey into the creative industry.
In your constantly growing and expanding industry, how do you find inspiration to keep your work fresh, innovative and relevant?
Watch, listen, touch and absorb what is going on around me. London is like a coral reef of creativity.
If you had to pick one piece of work or project that you are most proud of, more for the creative work and innovation it required, rather than its recognition or industry "success," what would it be?
YouBot. We developed a game aimed at tackling awareness in children about diet and obesity that had actual impact and changed behavior.
What social media artist are you most influenced by?
David Levin @davidlevin123


text: AbGradCon (Astrobiology Graduate Conference) provides a unique setting for astrobiologically inclined graduate students and early career researchers to come together to share their research, collaborate, and network. AbGradCon 2013 marks the ninth year of this conference—each time in a different place and organized by a different group of students, but always with the original charter as a guide. This year AbGradCon was held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada from June 10th-14th 2013. These meetings have been very successful both when connected to AbSciCon, and as stand-alone conferences. Since it is organized and attended by only graduate students and post docs, AbGradCon is an ideal venue for the next generation of career astrobiologists to form bonds, share ideas, and discuss the issues that will shape the future of the field.


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Correlation of Paediatric Trauma Score, Revised Trauma Score and Injury Severity Score with Length of Hospital Stay in Paediatric Trauma Patients PC05-PC07
Dr. Abhijit Jagdale,
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Government Medical College and Sassoon Hospital, Pune-411001, Maharashtra, India.
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Introduction: Hospital stay is an important aspect of the medical care and most of the times medical professionals face this question at the very beginning when patient is advised indoor treatment. The role of Revised Trauma Score (RTS) and Paediatric Trauma Score (PTS) for initial screening of the trauma patients is very well established. However, there is a lack off data available on the correlation between hospital stay and different score in pediatric trauma patients.
Aim: The aim of the present study was to find which trauma score is better for prediction of length of hospital stay in paediatric trauma patients.
Materials and Methods: A prospective, observational study conductived from January 2013 to December 2013, including Children less than 12 years with history of trauma and who required admission. Patients with burns, drowning, physical abuse were excluded. Data regarding demographics, vital parameters, Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), laboratory parameters, number of days required for full recovery were recorded on case record proforma. Rapid respiratory rate of infant and toddler age group were adjusted before calculation of RTS. Revised Abbreviated injury score was used to calculate Injury Severity Score (ISS). The RTS, PTS were calculated based on parameters at admission. ISS was calculated after primary examination, radiological investigations and intraoperative findings.
Results: Mean ISS, RTS and PTS for 0-2 days of hospital admission was {(6.19±2.84), (7.59±0.41), (10.60±1.38)}, for 3-4 days it was {(6.72±3.40), (7.58±0.54), (11.03±1.42)} and for =5 days it was {(11.19±4.68), (7.69±0.54), (10.67±1.53)} respectively.
Conclusion: Length of hospital stay does not depend on physiological parameters on admission. There is a positive correlation between ISS and length of hospital stay. The ISS is a better predictor of length of hospital stay than PTS and RTS.


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Minnesota Democratic party asks police to investigate Keith Ellison allegations
(KMSP) - The Minnesota Democratic Farmer-Labor Party is asking the Minneapolis Police Department to investigate the claims of domestic abuse made against U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison.
The request comes after an attorney hired by the DFL found the allegations made by Karen Monahan, Ellison's ex-girlfriend, "unsubstantiated." In August, Monahan accused Ellison of physically abusing her in 2016. She claims she has video of an incident in which Ellison drags her off a bed while yelling obscenities at her.
The DFL said they sent the investigation report on the allegations to police. They are asking police to investigate the claims and determine whether any criminal conduct occurred.
The Minneapolis Police Department said Wednesday it will not be handling any investigation due to a conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of interest. Ellison's son, Jeremiah, is currently a member on the Minneapolis City Council.
The department said it is in communication with other law enforcement agencies who it may refer the case to.
Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom said he would be willing to review the case if a police investigation is completed, since the Minneapolis City Attorney Susan Segal would also have a conflict of interest.
Ellison has denied the allegations, saying they never happened. He is running for Minnesota Attorney General.


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Volleyball optimistic to win this weekend
October 4, 2017
The volleyball team will be traveling to San Angelo, Texas to take on the Angelo State Rams on Oct. 6. at 7 p.m. The following day the team will travel to Stephenville, Texas to play Tarleton State at 2 p.m.
One player ecstatic about the games is engineering freshman Raven Pressley.
"I'm excited about these two games. We just came back from a tough loss vs. Texas A&M-Commerce and beating these two teams would put us on a encouraging path for the rest of our season."
To the upperclassmen, Tarleton and Angelo State are rivals because the last two years the have had competitive games, but to Pressley it is just another game.
"I don't really consider them a rival, but we don't really like them. They are known for talking trash."
With a season record of 8-7, Pressley said the 16th match of the year won't be like the previous games.
"I can't take the game personally because I am just a freshman. Since I just got here I can't claim to dislike them. Basically, our relationship hasn't developed enough yet for me to look at them as a rival," Pressley said. "I respect them though because they play great defense and they communicate well. They are both ranked opponents, even though rankings are irrelevant."
MSU is not ranked as high as their two opponents — Tarleton is ranked at No. 15 and Angelo State is ranked at No. 16.
"Tarleton State has a smaller gym than most division two programs. That being said their crowd is still hostile. If a little over 100 people show up that would be a great crowd. I look forward to the the game."
The average attendance at Tarleton is approximately more than 100 students and faculty combined.
"We just need to win. We suffered a tough loss in front of our home crowd to Texas A&M-Commerce, so beating up on Angelo and Tarleton State will do good for our morale," Pressley said.
Pressley said she is not worried about being on the road for these two important games. The crowds are hostile, but that will not seem to phase her.
"I love beating teams on their own territory; I feed off the hostile crowd. I love their energy," Pressley said.


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The weather had a few more curves for us today. It has been slowly improving over the last few days but today was finally the day for it to get good enough to get out on task. Trigger temp was predicted at 85, and right before grid time some low level clouds moved in from the south, then burned off, and reformed shortly after grid time. The temp reached 86 at about 1 PM. I think the sniffer was on his second flight by that time, and not finding much lift. At some point later, Dick launched another sniffer who was barely able to maintain release altitude. Some of us on the grid took that as a sign of optimism and others were starting to talk about racing golf carts.
The temp stayed frozen at 86 until at least 2:30. Both classes were rolled back to the C task, a one turn MAT with Barnstormer to the Southwest as our first turnpoint and a required last turn at Maypearl. Modern Class had 2:30 minimum time and Club had 2:00. The Modern task opened at about 3:30 and Club was about 3:45. I'm pretty sure every thermal on the way to Barnstormer had one or two gliders in it at least.
Most contestants stayed along the I-35 corridor, picking up turnpoints ranging from Grandview and Luscombe Acres to the north and Hillsboro or Abbott to the south. I think I heard Ken Sorenson say that he went as far south as West. Because of the number of pilots who made this run, most of the thermals along the interstate were also marked.
Climbs were not very high for the day. Most of us were at 3600 or so at the start with the tops being around 4500 by the end of the task. Several pilots spent a lot of time below 2000 AGL. I flew very conservatively and therefore slowly in order to stay high and notch my first finish of the contest.
There were a few landouts in each class, surely due to the low altitude. There were still some strong thermals out there late. I found a 3 knot average climb at 5:30 over Grandview with JEN and UN.
The forecasts show a continuation of our trend lately. The soaring should get steadily better through Wedensday at least, and probably through the end of the contest. Most of us are ready for some strong lift, high cloudbases, and generally good "Texas Soaring"
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"Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence"
This statement aptly describes my journey from engineering to getting placed in TCS to joining our very own college VGSoM. But before narrowing down to the above statement, let me introduce myself. I am Rishav Raj, born and brought up in a small town Gaya located in the southern part of Bihar. I have completed my engineering from CUSAT, Kochi. I appeared in CAT for the first time in 2016 and managed 94.61 %ile fetching calls from IMT, XIMB, IIT Kharagpur and, IIT Kanpur.
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'On the Origin of Species', a book written by Charles Darwin in 1859, is the foundational book of evolutionary biology. It explains how life forms, related through a common descent, evolve by the gradual process of evolution, leading to speciation (formation of new species), opposing the idea of creationism (the doctrine which assumes that living things are created by some divine intelligence).
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West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry, who authored a book on political corruption in his home state, was indicted on 22 federal charges, ranging from fraud to witness tampering, for alleged corruption of his own.
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