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I'll be honest with you: I don't really vibe with instrumental progressive music all that much. Like all your average Internet Metal Nerds, I used to listen to my fair share of the stuff; there's something in the emphasis on technicality that appeals to pasty kids looking for an escape,…
To be honest, this list makes me feel happy because it mentions Iced Earth's Something Wicked This Way Comes. Early Iced Earth is criminally underrated in the contemporary progressive/power/heavy metal community; while their later works leave a lot to be desired, their early albums are downright incredible. Add more common, but still excellent choices like Dream Theater and Metallica to this list and you've got yourself one sweet Anatomy!
Looking at the influences that made Soldat Hans happen sheds a bit more light on where the band members come from when approaching these issues; many of the acts listed below tap into this same desire to feel, face and excise such emotions in a healthy and productive way. Especially noteworthy is the wide range of artists presented below. Most of them have some melancholic or even depressive edge but they take different approaches in expressing these edges. Thus, we get a glance into how a diverse sound such as Soldat Hans was forged and the many places in other music from which it came. Enjoy and don't forget to spin Es Taut when you feel up to it; it's a ride you should experience at least once.
If the purpose of Stepping Stone is to shine a spotlight on the bands and artists which started us on our way to metal, then Ronnie James Dio is one of the biggest stones in our path. Whether just by listening to his music at an early age or being influenced by his vocal style, the number of artists who have owe a debt to Dio is immeasurable. He is one of the largest names in a scene obsessed with the cult of personality, with plenty of drama and lore to back that figure (Ozzy vs. Dio, the "horns" and more). But I'd like to focus on a different story for this Stepping Stone, on mine rather than on the grandiose depiction of grand narratives within our scene and community. I'd like to take you back to the days when I was jut discovering metal and the power it had and what that power meant for the teenage version of Eden.
Is there anything more enjoyable than the current revival of traditional heavy metal? To be honest, I don't think so; I'm listening to four or five albums from this movement currently and it's a damn joy. Beyond the nostalgia value, there's this unrestrained and straightforward quality to heavy metal that…
What I like about progressive stoner is that it melds groove and intricacy with the distortion coated vibes of stoner metal. It keeps things interesting, helping the often bogged down genres surrounding doom and stoner remember dynamism and variety. Which is exactly what Stonebirds are all about; these guys play a version of progressive stoner which relies on big guitar tones, thick bass and a drawl on the vocals reminiscent more Chris Cornell than Ozzy Osbourne. Their recently released Only Time, while not a trendsetter per se, an interesting take on the track structure that often becomes too stale even in this, more diverse, version of stoner. Check out "Sacrifice" below as an example.
Last week on Voices of The Void, we discussed the idea of fachs in the metal world. If you haven't read up on the Dio fach, do yourself a favor and get caught up. After Dio established his voice as uniquely metal, new personalities quickly hit the scene with new vocal ideas. The next big metal voice was Rob Halford, frontman of legendary metal gods, Judas Priest. For this segment about him, you can follow along with our nifty Spotify playlist at the end.
Djent had an explosive entrance into the world of heavy music, around the start of the decade. It was a truly exciting occurrence, with first-wave acts like Periphery, Animals As Leaders and Cloudkicker filtering the technically-driven progressive sound of acts like Meshuggah, Sikth, and those of the budding "Sumeriancore" movement, into something altogether more accessible, while still retaining much of their forebears' technical and progressive edge. Yet, like most new sub-genres, djent quickly devolved into pastiche and gave way to over saturation—perhaps a little bit quicker than most. Djent, it seems, has had a propperly ballistic trajectory, and—in 2017—as its momentum trails off, it's hard to get excited about this once-promising phenomenon.
Long before I started watching wrestling in the mid-'90s, it was synonymous with metal. Whether it was dude's with long hair who were evident fans of the genre, the theme rockin' theme music they used or performances by bands at the shows, metal and wrestling have always been bedfellows that go together like spaghetti and meatballs, Beavis and Butthead and Nicki Minaj and terrible music. Given the long-standing relationship between each medium, we here at Heavy Blog thought it would be fun to examine their similarities and the components which connect them to establish why it is they've remained so interconnected throughout the years. Now, without further ado, LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE!
The story of metal is not linear. We didn't arrive at the mayhem lurking in our Spotify playlists through a measured progression of technique, style, and genre. Rather, the evolution came in leaps and bounds, with dead ends and bursts of growth and pockets of innovation. To continue the evolutionary metaphor: the Cambrian Explosion of metal shot off in the mid 1980's, as subgenres and geniuses and success combined into a specimen closely resembling much of modern metal. But the growth, although frantic, wasn't instantaneous; rather, it seemed to expand exponentially from a single source, a catalyst in a chain reaction. That incipient band, the patient zero of metal as we know it today, is Iron Maiden. More precisely, the stratospheric success of The Number of the Beast, with it's intricate compositions, transgressive lyrics, and trailblazing progressivity, diverged metal from hard rock completely and legitimized metal as a commercial viability, heralding the eruption of metal in the years to follow.


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Trophy Bass (Sierra On-Line) is a simulator designed for people who have enough stress in their lives without trying to govern a virtual city or run a virtual business. If the complexity of real life is getting you down, the simplicity of Trophy Bass might be just what the doctor ordered. Cast your line, reel it in, then do it again. Travel around the lake in search of the best locations and weather conditions, and use the Tournament or Career options to satisfy your competitive nature. Make choices regarding poles, lures, and casting methods, or choose to do a manual cast for the sake of realism. Sooner or later, however, you'll always get back to the raisone d'etre of the program: cast the line, reel it in, then do it again. Once you hook a bass, of course, there's some action to be had, and the disc's graphics and sound effects make it an exciting competition. Pacifists and vegetarians have the choice of throwing their catch back in the lake. This is a good disc to play while you're on the phone, or at work, or listening to music. Sure, it's repetitive – that's the secret of its appeal.
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VISION FOR ISRAEL IS CELEBRATING ITS 25TH YEAR! This ministry of love could not keep going without God and without you, our partners, so this is our way of showing our gratitude and sharing the work we have achieved together over the last 25 years. You are invited to a special evening event on Friday, 26 July 2019, 6.30pm - 8.30pm at Emmanuel Centre, 9-23 Marsham Street, London SW1P 3DW. Reserve your tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/25th-anniversary-celebration-tickets-63958620957. We will continue on Saturday in a Day of Prayer and Praise! 10.30am – 3.30pm, at City Coast Church, North St, Portslade, Brighton BN41 1DG. Tickets can be ordered at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/day-of-prayer-brighton-tickets-63959018145. Also feel free to call our office to book tickets: +44-1793 279 111
HUGE 9,000-YEAR-OLD STONE AGE SETTLEMENT, ONE OF THE LARGEST IN THE WORLD, DISCOVERED IN ISRAEL: Archaeologists in Israel have discovered a huge Neolithic settlement near Jerusalem, which they say is one of the largest ever found. The prehistoric settlement was uncovered during excavations by the Israel Antiquities Authority. Thousands of arrowheads, pieces of jewelry and prehistoric figurines have been unearthed at the site near Motza Junction. Experts say that the settlement is the largest found in Israel from the Neolithic period. "At least 2,000 – 3,000 residents lived here – an order of magnitude that parallels a present-day city!" said excavation directors Dr. Hamoudi Khalaily and Dr. Jacob Vardi. Large buildings were discovered at the site, which include places for public and ritual use. Plaster that had been used to create floors was found in some of the buildings. Burial places have been exposed in and amongst the houses, into which various burial offerings have been placed – either useful or precious objects, believed to serve the deceased in the next world," the researchers added.
These gifts testify to the fact that already during this ancient period, the residents of this site conducted exchange relationships with faraway places. Items made of an unknown stone were found at the site, along with volcanic glass from Anatolia, which is in modern-day Turkey and sea-shells, both from the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea. Archaeologists also discovered small hand-made stone bracelets that likely belonged to children. Additionally, flint tools were found at the site, which includes thousands of arrowheads that were used for hunting, and potentially, warfare. Other items discovered include axes, sickle blades, and knives. Storage sheds containing preserved seeds were also found during the excavation, offering a glimpse into the agricultural life of the settlement. Israel continues to reveal fresh aspects of its incredible history. (Fox) WOW! "I will give you the treasures of darkness and hidden riches of secret places that you may know that I, the Lord, who call you by your name, am the God of Israel". Isa. 45:3
93 PERCENT OF TOURISTS SAY VISIT TO ISRAEL WAS SUCCESSFUL: A Ministry of Tourism survey found that 93% of tourists in 2018 said their visit to Israel was successful with tourism bringing almost 21 billion shekels into the country, excluding flights. 53% of the tourists said that their opinion of Israel changed for the better after the visit, 46% said the visit did not change their minds, and 1% said it had a negative impact. Jerusalem is the most visited city, with 77.5% of the tourists in the country visiting the capital. Tel Aviv is in second place with 67.4%, followed by the Dead Sea area (48%) and Tiberias (36.2%). The Western Wall is the most popular site, with 71.6% of tourists visiting there. Next in line was the Church of the Holy Sepulcher visited by 52.2% of tourists, 50.1% visiting Old Jaffa, and Via Dolorosa in fourth place with 47.4%. The age group of 25-44 was the largest among tourists, making up 35.8% of the bunch, while 24.1% were aged 55 and over and 20.7% were 24 and under. Jews made up 27.5% of the tourists, but twice as many Christians visited – a staggering 54.9%. The survey is based on the responses of 15,000 tourists. (J. Post)
IRAN THREATENS TO ABANDON ALL LIMITS ON NUCLEAR PROGRAM: Iran warned the EU on Mon.15 July 2019 that it is prepared to end all of its commitments under the 2015 deal and restore its nuclear program to the status quo ante, under which Tehran placed no limits on any areas of nuclear development. The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Behrouz Kamalvandi, said that Tehran will withdraw from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action if the European signatories do not bypass American sanctions on Iran imposed after the USA withdrew from the deal. "If the Europeans and the United States do not fulfill their commitments, we will balance out their actions by reducing commitments and taking the conditions back to how they were four years ago," he said. "Currently, we have gone beyond 3.67% uranium enrichment and are also producing the enriched material required for nuclear plant fuel with 4.5% purity." (Arutz-7)
HEZBOLLAH FORCES ON THE MOVE: The Hezbollah terror organization has moved some of its forces which were previously located around Syria, to the Lebanon-Syria border. Forces also moved heavy weapons and set up new bases along the border. On Mon. 15 July 2019, Israel sent a message to Russia asking them to act to remove Hezbollah from the Syrian Golan Heights in the same way they removed the Iranians from the area. The report also noted that the publication of the issue delayed Hezbollah's attempts to base itself in Syria, but did not stop them. On Friday, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah warned that if war breaks out between the USA and Iran, Israel would be bombarded "with ferocity and force." (INN) Intercede for the ongoing protection of Israel's southern and northern borders; against arson and border attacks from terrorist group Hamas in the Gaza Strip, as well as from Hezbollah and Iranian military threats in the North.
TRUMP: DEMOCRATS ALLIED WITH ISRAEL HATERS: USA President Donald Trump earlier this week doubled down on tweets telling a group of Democratic congresswomen that they should "go back" to the countries that they came from. "So sad to see the Democrats sticking up for people who speak so badly of our Country and who, in addition, hate Israel with a true and unbridled passion. Whenever confronted, they call their adversaries, including Nancy Pelosi, 'RACIST,'" Trump wrote. "Their disgusting language and the many terrible things they say about the United States must not be allowed to go unchallenged. If the Democrat Party wants to continue to condone such disgraceful behavior, then we look even more forward to seeing you at the ballot box in 2020!" he added. Trump, in both sets of tweets, was almost certainly referring to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York and her allies in what has become known as the squad. The others are Reps. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts, and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan.
Ocasio-Cortez has come under fire after saying the United States operated "concentration camps" on its southern border; she previously said that cutting military and economic aid to Israel as a way to signal opposition to Israeli policies should be "on the table." Omar was criticized after she suggested on Twitter that Republicans were attacking her at the behest of the pro-Israel lobby AIPAC. She subsequently issued a half-hearted apology before ultimately deleting the controversial tweets. Tlaib claimed in an interview on May 2019 that Palestinian Arabs living in the British Mandate prior to the establishment of the State of Israel "provided" a safe haven to Jews after the Holocaust. She has also backed BDS and, when asked in a television interview whether she would vote against military aid to Israel when she goes to Congress, replied "absolutely." The tensions within the party escalated after Ocasio-Cortez told media sources that she felt Pelosi was targeting women of color. (Times of Israel)
TRUMP: WHEN WILL RADICAL DEMOCRATS APOLOGIZE TO ISRAEL? President Donald Trump excoriated several unnamed Democratic lawmakers this week calling on them to apologize to the USA, to Israel, and to the office of the presidency. "When will the Radical Left Congresswomen apologize to our Country, the people of Israel and even to the Office of the President, for the foul language they have used, and the terrible things they have said?" Trump tweeted. "If Democrats want to unite around the foul language & racist hatred spewed from the mouths and actions of these very unpopular & unrepresentative Congresswomen, it will be interesting to see how it plays out. I can tell you that they have made Israel feel abandoned by the USA". (Arutz-7)
NY GOP CHIEF: IT'S A DARK TIME IN OUR COUNTRY: The leader of the New York State Republican Party excoriated several Democratic members of the House of Representatives this week, echoing criticisms made by President Donald Trump and South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham. Speaking at a media event on Mon. evening 15 July 2019, Nick Langworthy, the newly minted Chairman of the NY State Republican Party accused Democratic freshman lawmakers Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY) and Ilhan Omar (MN) of "anti-Semitic behavior" and trivializing the Holocaust, saying that the rise of such politicians in Congress marked a "dark time" for the USA. "I felt it critically important, within the acceptance speech of my election, to condemn the anti-Semitic rhetoric of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar and many other members of Congress in that organization. We cannot tolerate their anti-Semitic behavior and the minimization of the Holocaust. Lindsey challenged Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to get on an airplane and go to Yad Vashem "so maybe you can see firsthand that you shouldn't run your mouth off about things you don't understand." (Arutz-7)
ANTI-CHRISTIAN WAVE IN EUROPE SEEMS COUPLED WITH ANTI-SEMITIC WAVE: Richard Bernstein, writing for RealClearInvestigations, recently headed to France to interview residents about the climate that has led to a quadrupling of anti-Christian incidents between 2008 and 2019, according to the French Ministry of the Interior. "It's safe to say that there are attacks that have nothing to do with extremist groups," Ellen Fantini, head of the Observatory on Intolerance and Discrimination against Christians in Europe told Bernstein. Many of the culprits were surprisingly native French youth, with the rest either homeless or disgruntled lone actors with a score to settle against the church. "There is a mood against the church, against faith. There is a discourse against the church in French culture and media," Father Joseph Dequick, a priest in Lavours - where two boys were found guilty of a church arson - told Bernstein. The trend seems to be coupled with a rise in anti-Semitic violence, with French Interior Minister Christophe Castaner reporting a 74% spike in anti-Semitic incidents between 2017 and 2018 in Feb. 2019. Across the English Channel, the UK which also experienced a slew of church arsons over the past few years, recorded its highest number of anti-Semitic incidents in 2018, a 16% increase from 2017's total, "which was itself a record annual total," according to Community Security Trust. (Worthy News)
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Irrotational Flow
Enough has been said about the subject of vorticity, its conservation and generation, that it should be obvious that an initially irrotational, uniform, inviscid flow will remain irrotational in the absence of heat transfer and of strong curved shocks. One important consequence of permanent irrotationality is the existence of a velocity potential. That is, the equation
f = VxQ = 0 (1-55)
is a necessary and sufficient condition for the existence of a potential Ф such that
Q = V<f>, (1-56)
where Ф(х, у, г, t) or Ф(г, t) is the potential for the velocity in the entire flow. Its existence permits the replacement of a three-component vector by a single scalar as the principle dependent variable or unknown in theoretical investigations.
Given the existence of Ф, we proceed to derive two important consequences, which will be used repeatedly throughout the work which follows.
1. The Bernoulli Equation for Irrotational Flow (Kelvin's Equation).
This integral of the equations of fluid motion is derived by combining (1-3) and (1-28), and assuming a distant acting force potential:
DQ dQ IQ2′
Dt dt 2 у dt 2 у
Under our present assumptions,
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so that (1-57) can be rearranged into
^ – ol = 0.
p J
The vanishing of the gradient implies that, at most, the quantity involved will be a function of time throughout the entire field. Hence the least restricted form of this Bernoulli equation is
f + T + ly-11-™- <1Hi0)
In all generality, the undetermined time function here can be eliminated by replacing Ф with
Ф' = Ф — jF(t) dt. (1-61)
This artificiality is usually unnecessary, however, because conditions are commonly known for all time at some reference point in the flow. For instance, suppose there is a uniform stream I7" at remote points. There Ф will be constant and the pressure may be set equal to p" and the force potential to SI» at some reference level.
F(t) = + j ~ — Q, * = const. (1-62)
The simplified version of (1-60) reads
~ + m2 – Vl]+ ^ + [0. – Q] = 0. (1-63)
dt JPtx p
= V — P°° ip*>Ul
2 П~ 7-1 /дФ
~ УМ* IL1 al " dt
In isentropic flow with constant specific heat ratio 7, (1-63) is easily reorganized into a formula for the local pressure coefficient
Here a is the speed of sound and M = Ux/ax is Mach number. For certain other purposes, it is convenient to recognize that
(Note that, here and below, the particular form chosen for the barotropic relation is isentropic. Under this restriction, dp/dp, (dp/Sp),, and a2 all have the same meaning.)
This substitution in (1-63) provides a convenient means of computing the local value of a or of the absolute temperature T,
a2 – al = -(7 – 1) + i(Q2 – ul) + (Q. – Q)j • (1-67)
Finally, we remind the reader that the term containing the body-force potential is usually negligible in aeronautics.
2. The Partial Differential Equation for Ф. By substituting for p and Q in the equation of continuity, the differential equation satisfied by the velocity potential can be developed:
lf + V. Q_0. (Ь68)
The second term here is written directly in terms of Ф, as follows:
і V2* =
which we identify as the familiar Laplacian operator,
To modify the first term of (1-68), take the form of Bernoulli's equation appropriate to uniform conditions at infinity, for which, of course, a special case would be that of fluid at rest, U«, = 0. The body-force term is dropped for convenience, leaving
[ ~ ~ – UQ2 – ul). (1-70)
j Poo P 01
By the Leibnitz rule for differentiation of a definite integral,
d fP dp __ 1 dP h* P ~ P
We then apply the substantial derivative operator to (1-71) and make use of the first three members of (1-66),
ГР г – ГР ■
dp _ d I dp
Jpc p ~ Up Jp« p.
In view of (1-67) and of the simple relationship between the velocity vector and Ф, this is essentially the desired differential equation. If it is multiplied through by a2, one sees that it is of third degree in the unknown dependent variable and its derivatives. It reduces to an ordinary wave equation in a situation where the speed of sound does not vary significantly from its ambient values, and where the squares of the velocity components can be neglected by comparison with a2.
It is of interest that Garrick (1957) has pointed out that (1-74) can be reorganized into
v2*=Ml+о -v) (f+«• – v#) – h Ш *■ (i-re>
where the subscript conQc and on the substantial derivative is intended to indicate that this velocity is treated as a constant during the second application of the operators d/dt and (Q • V). Equation (1-75) is just a wave equation (with the propagation speed equal to the local value of a) when the process is observed relative to a coordinate system moving at the local fluid velocity Q.
The question of boundary conditions and the specialization of (1-74) and (1-75) for small-disturbance flows will be deferred to the point where the subject of linearized theory is first taken up.
1-8 The Acceleration Potential
It is of interest that when the equations of fluid motion can be simplified to the form
In a manner paralleling the treatment of irrotational flow, we can conclude that
a = V¥,
where ¥ (r, t) is a scalar function called the acceleration potential. Clearly,
¥ = П – ^ + G(t),
G(t) being a function of time that is usually nonessential.
The acceleration potential becomes practically useful when disturbances are small, so that
In the absence of significant body forces, we then have
This differs only by a constant from the local pressure, and doublets of ¥ prove a very useful tool for representing lifting surfaces. The authors have not been able to construct a suitable partial differential equation for the acceleration potential in the general case, but it satisfies the same equation as the disturbance velocity potential in linearized theory.


text: Jorge Sampaoli's 2018 to-do list with Argentina December 29, 2017 · by pedrocoates · in argentina, Uncategorized, World Cup 2018. · Jorge Sampaoli's Argentina are one of the favourites to lift the 2018 World Cup, but there are five major problems for the coach to resolve The seven months that Jorge Sampaoli has been in charge of Argentina already seems like a life time and while the primary objective of securing qualification to the World Cup has been achieved, the real work has only really begun. Lionel Messi's hat-trick in Quito is already just a memory and now Sampaoli must mold his squad into potential World Cup winners. A run-in with the law at his daughter's wedding ensures that the year ends in less than ideal circumstance and certainly the fiery coach will regret his verbal attack. However, that can't be changed so Sampaoli can only look forward and hope for the following in 2018 1) Messi remains injury free While Cristiano Ronaldo may have lifted his fifth Ballon d'Or this month to draw level with Lionel Messi with five awards, there is no doubting who the best player in the world right now. After a disappointing season with Barcelona last time out, Messi has made a sensational start to this campaign and in helping the Catalan side to a famous Clásico win in the Bernabeú at the weekend, the Argentina captain has already edged Barça closer to claiming back the league title. Fifteen goals and six assists in seventeen league appearances have seen Barcelona 'suffering' from the same type of Messi-dependence that Argentina have long been accused of. The iconic number ten dragged La Albiceleste to Russia, may yet inspire the Blaugrana to major honours this season, and if Sampaoli's side are to stand in chance at the World Cup then a fit, hungry and in-form Messi is an absolute must. To read the rest of this article click here to visit the CricketSoccer website… Share this:TwitterFacebookEmailPrintLinkedInRedditLike this:Like Loading... Related


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Process Safety Audit for a Petroleum Liquids Terminal
Antea Group was contracted by a large, integrated energy organization to provide a process safety management and risk management program compliance audit of a petroleum liquids terminal in Tennessee. Key petroleum products handled at the facility are natural gas liquids (NGL) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The overall objective of the project was to evaluate the worker risks and regulatory compliance associated with the operation of the facility and to provide recommendations for appropriate corrective action.
Antea Group provided a comprehensive compliance audit for the facility and its operations. This audit was carried out in order to meet requirements with OSHA General Industry Standards under 29 CFR 1910.119(o) covering process safety management compliance audits and EPA's standard 40 CFR 68.79 covering risk management program auditing. Also considered were the following consensus standards:
- API 2510 – Design and Construction of LPG Installations
- API 2510A – Fire Protection Considerations for the Design and Operation of Liquefied Petroleum (LPG) Storage Facility
- API RP-752 – Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Buildings
- API RP-753 – Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Portable Buildings
- NFPA 30 Flammable & Combustible Liquids Code
- NFPA 58 Storage & Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Client benefits included reduced risks for their employees who work in the facility and the client having a defined pathway for compliance in their operation. The assessment provided either a confirmation of the appropriateness of existing safety systems or a technical basis for upgrading site process safety programs or operating equipment.


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It is important for you to gather information on your clients, but it is equally important that your clients know who you are as a person. They need to know that you are a tangible entity whom they can trust. To do this you must be more than just a person who provides a service; you must become someone who shares common values. This is what the concept of exposure marketing is all about.
Call me when you're ready to work with someone who will make you look like a star in your clients' eyes!
For help or questions contact:
Joe Gonzalez
Senior Loan Consultant - NMLS #126036
GMH Mortgage Services, LLC
625 W. Ridge Pike, Building C, Suite 100 | Conshohocken, PA 19428 | Direct: 610-355-8039 | Cell: 610-739-6563


text: Sue Pieters-Hawke is a speaker, writer and consultant. An activist for dementia reform, she also co-chairs the Federal Minister's Dementia Advisory Group and is the inaugural National Ambassador for Alzheimer's Australia. Sue Pieters-Hawke's book, Hazel, My Mother's Story, is an intimate, beautiful biography of an extraordinary woman. Candid, revealing and fascinating, it explores her life as she navigated personal challenges and profound social changes, and celebrates her value as a mother, wife, role-model and tireless worker for the rights and welfare of others.


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Descriptions for Descriptions for Micromat Drive Scope 1.1.3
Name: Drive Scope
Version: 1.1.3
Mac Platform: Intel
OS version:OS X 10.8.5 or later (including macOS 10.13)
Processor type(s) & speed: 64-bit processor
Includes: K
Web Site: https://www.micromat.com/products/drive-scope
Drive Scope is an advanced SMART drive-testing and health-warning application. Building on the improvements to the SMART check in TechTool Pro, Drive Scope not only provides early warning when a drive is on the path to failure, but provides a deep dive into the health of the drive. See what errors have occurred, and when, along with whether the errors are temporary or an indicator of overall failure. You can even trigger the drive's internal testing to run manually, providing instant access to up-to-date drive health information.
What's New in Micromat Drive Scope 1.1.3
- Release notes not available at the time of this post.


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Out to the Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR this morning.
There have been news reports of newborn bison at the Arsenal so my buddy Tim and I made a run through the arsenal this morning.
Lots of bison, lots of deer, not a lot of photography as the animals weren't exactly in good light for most of the morning. Still, we managed to spot three newborn bison calves. One looks like it was born in the past 24 hours as the mother was looking quite raw and low on strength.
The placenta is still fresh and hanging from the calf and the mother is on her feet. One of three calves we spotted.


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One of the aims of the Northern Short Story Festival is to provide meaningful opportunities for development for short story writers in the region. Help and support for short story writers serious about mastering their craft are limited in the Yorkshire area, and it is part of the Festival's aim to help provide those opportunities for development.
We provide workshops and events at our main festival and pop-up events throughout the year. All of these are open to the general public. You can find out about these on our Events page or sign up to our mailing list for more information.
Our Academy Scheme is aimed at writers who have already shown some success in the short story realm, and who need support to develop and improve their work further. Entry to our Academy Scheme is by application only.
We announced our first year's intake to The Academy in December 2018 and you can read more about that here.
Plans are underway for a 2020 intake. To be informed when applications open, and to get more information about the Northern Short Story Festival and Leeds Big Bookend events, please sign up to our mailing list, or follow us on Twitter @NoShoSto or Facebook @NoShoStoFest.
The Academy, 2018/2019
Photo by Ricky Adam
Back Row, L to R: Writer and Academy Facilitator, Anna Chilvers, Academicians: Andrea Hardaker, Jenna Isherwood, Dan Robinson, Sarah Brooks, Trina Garnett, William Thirsk-Gaskill.
Front Row, L to R: Melody Clarke, Haleema Alaydi, Jenny Booth, Lizzie Hudson, Jean Davison; Writer and Programme Director of the Northern Short Festival, SJ Bradley.


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Graduate Programs
ANNOUNCEMENT: The final deadline for applications to the MS and PhD programs to our department has been extended to January 15, 2020!
Thank you for your interest in the graduate programs in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at Illinois!
The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering (MechSE) is a large and comprehensive department, and our Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (TAM) graduate programs are among the top-ranked in the world.
MechSE offers 7 graduate degree programs:
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (online)
Master of Science in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (online)
ANNOUNCEMENT: Between September 16, 2019, and January 15, 2020, The Grainger College of Engineering is offering an application fee waiver to domestic applicants who apply to a Grainger Engineering PhD program and who hold a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA in their undergraduate degree. Qualified applicants must select the option "Are you applying for the 3.5 GPA or higher app fee waiver?" from the dropdown box in the "Fee Section" of the online admission application. Applicants must meet the admission requirements to enter the department's PhD program in order to receive the application fee waiver.


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SAN DIEGO–The City of San Diego installed new restroom facilities at Tailgate Park in the downtown area to help address the hepatitis A outbreak.
The city prioritized the installation of restrooms at Tailgate Park based on need in the East Village neighborhood.
"We hope these restrooms are well used to help prevent the spread of hepatitis A," said Jonathan Herrera, the city's Senior Policy Advisor on Homelessness Coordination. "We will continue to monitor the restrooms and ensure they remain operational."
Four new temporary portable restrooms were installed in Tailgate Park at 14th and L streets.
They will be maintained per the county's disinfection guidelines at least two times per day and be monitored with full-time security to ensure a safe environment for users and the surrounding community.
Tailgate Park is the third location where the city has added restrooms since Sept. 15. The first two sites were at First Avenue at C Street, adjacent to City Hall, and 1330 G Street, in the East Village.
There are now 22 public restroom sites throughout downtown.
The city continues to examine additional sites and requests that any downtown property owners with space for portable restrooms to reach out and participate in being part of the solution to this public health emergency. If the site is workable and near at-risk populations, the City will arrange for the installation, maintenance and security of each.
The additional restrooms are part of the city's ongoing efforts to assist county health officials in preventing the further spread of hepatitis A. Other actions include:
· Implementing new sanitation methods to clean sidewalks and other public rights-of-way in the downtown area. Sanitation has occurred throughout downtown on six days since September 11. The city will consider additional areas for sanitation in the coming weeks.
· Installing 63 handwashing stations in coordination with the county throughout downtown and working to add more in other locations, including Hillcrest and beach communities.
· Coordinating with American Medical Response and the downtown San Diego Partnership to connect 1,278 individuals with free vaccinations at Golden Hall, and hosting county vaccination clinics at several city libraries.
· Providing consistent information and education to community members about hepatitis A and ways to prevent the outbreak's spread.
The city will continue its efforts to combat hepatitis A in the region.


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It's the one we've all been waiting for – the glorious return of McQ by Alexander McQueen to British waters – and the comeback did not disappoint.
In true theatrical McQueen style, the runway was transformed into an eerie forest, lined with freshly and bare branch trees – clearly a sign of what was about to come. We were not wrong, as the models stepped out onto the catwalk revealing nature inspired designs in autumnal shades of moss green and burnt orange, with all the tough McQueen trimmings, from military style belts to elbow-length leather gloves. Sarah Burton outdid herself with the lower-priced collection, maintaining all those elements of Alexander we remember, but adding modern elements such as bold coloured petals and accents of luxurious fur.
But of course, it wouldn't be a McQueen show without a bit of drama, which arrived at the finale when model Kristen McMenamy stopped in her tracks, looked up, and as if by magic, the autumn leaves began to fall. Exquisite.
View the collection below.


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Badges and Other Things
Due to the chaos of my PCB vendors, we have less badges this year as expected. So, we are changing things up. There are two options for badges this year:
1. The badges we brought to the show will be $80 each, and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. There are no limits for purchase quantity.
2. We want to continue running badges after the show. So, we will take orders for badges. These orders will be $60 each, and this will include shipping. We will provide a receipt and send the badge within 1-2 weeks.
We also have some more things that you may be interested in ordering as well:
1. I have an ECM simulator unit that uses PAWN to control dual-CAN channels, and one KWP/LIN channel (can select master or slave configuration via a jumper). The board also has 6 active-low inputs and 6 open-collector outputs. It is powered externally by a 7-14v power supply or via the installed female OBD2 connector (same as what you find on a vehicle). Everything is controllable via PAWN and I will provide an SDK on this page in the very near future. These units will be $50 each, which includes shipping. They will be shipped within 2-4 weeks.
2. I have an NFC-antenna board that interfaces with the badge. This contains the matching network and trace-based antenna for the NFC controller on the badge. These will be $20 each, and this includes shipping. Again, 2-4 weeks for delivery.
3. I have a screwdriver-shaped badge that has a rgb-led matrix (0604 based) and connects via USB to download new screens for it. It is powered off of a LiPo battery and charges via USB. These will be $40 each, which includes shipping. Again, 2-4 weeks for delivery.
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I got mine home and plugged it into the OBD2 port on my car and the badge died :-(
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I am so sorry that this happened. can you contact me at @SpecSolns or via my website contact form. I will get you back up and going.
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I don't see a place to purchase screwdriver shaped badge
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August 2019


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BRIDGTON, Maine — Mainers aren't afraid to face the cold to have fun. That's why the yurt and cabins on top of Shawnee Peak are so popular.
They are available year round, but you get a longer night if you rent them in the winter.
"A popular feature, whether you are staying in a yurt or in a cabin, is first tracks," said Rachel Wilkinson of Shawnee Peak. "You would ski down in the morning and meet our groomer. Our groomer would take you and a group of friends back up to the top of the hill."
Skiing corduroy is just part of the fun. The yurt sleeps four comfortably and is heated by a propane stove. Cook tops and cookware are provided, Guests just need to bring their own bedding.
Shawnee offers night skiing. The yurts sits just 150 yards off the trail.
Hikers have access to these unique on-trail accommodations in the summer.


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Spinning Stars Online Slot Machine Review
Facts and Figures
Certified Payout Percentage – You can always enjoy playing any Novomatic designed slot game for one thing that every single one of them shares is a high base game payout percentage, and you will not find many as high as the RTP attached to this Spinning Stars slot game.
Stake Levels – There is a fair spread of coin values settings which you can opt to put into play when playing this Spinning Stars slot game, starting at just 002 you will find it a great low rolling type of game however they can be increased up to a maximum bet spin costing 50.00 if you are looking for a huge winning spin.
Jackpot Payout – The jackpot is some 5000 coins and is triggered only when 5 Red Sevens spin into position on one of your activated paylines. There are lots of these slot games from Novomatic that have ten paylines which can be activated, as the coin settings can be adjusted then we would suggest you always put into play all ten of those paylines so you never miss out when a winning combination spins in.
Standard Reel Symbols – Similar to the Sizzling Hot slot, this is another classic slot with Pub Fruit Machine type symbols. The symbols are Red 7, Bell, Watermelon, Grapes, Plum, Orange, Lemon and Cherry.
Scatter and Bonus Symbols – There are no scatters on bonus symbols on the Spinning Stars slot.
Wild Symbols – The wild is a Star symbol, and these are very special, not only do they stand in for all other symbols they also trigger the Star spin bonus.
Bonus Features and Bonus Games
Free Spins – There are no free spins in play on the Spinning Stars slot, however there is a mini bonus, a small overview of this bonus game can be found below If you really are in the mood to play Novomatic slot machines that trigger and award free spins bonus rounds then fear not there are many of them that do.
One such game is the Sharky slot machine and the other is the Book of Ra slot, gave a look around our website for there are more than enough Novomatic slot games available to play for free or for real money that will offer you the type of bonus game you are looking for.
Bonus Game – The Star spin bonus is triggered when the wild appears on reels 1 and 5. When the Wild appears on reel 3 in the centre position, all symbols around the slot are rotated clockwise in 7 steps, and all wins paid accordingly.Offer valid as of date published. T&Cs apply.


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The day my dog died, they – for I wasn't there – brought her back from the vet in a comforter that was blue and red. They put her on the living room couch, which is yellow, and waited a while, for they did know what to do but held on and bit the time that was passing, hoping, I can only guess, that those sealed eyes would break open and it was a miracle and all that would follow. Then, some time gone by, they picked her up and carried her down, out the back door of the basement into the garden, laid her gently onto the green grass and started shoveling to make a hole; they put her inside, wrapped in nothing because nature was back to nature, and then, I think, with their hands began piling dirt on top of her body and a plant that was someplace nearby was uprooted and replanted over her, with a little other flower, which was pink, and another one, which was orange, and yet another, which was white and light-blue. It was the beginning of June, and the ground was wet, the earth dark brown almost black, and the sun was shining – and all of these colors were resplendent.
The day my dog died, I (temporarily) lost my faith in atheism. I struggled with the notion that where she is now there's none of us to be with her – but there isn't such a place! – and on I cried knowing she was lonely, like us around the house feeling it empty, and I whispered, laying my hand on the warm earth after travelling miles to see her resting place in the backyard near the persimmon tree, on the edge of a little valley so that opening the shutters in the morning on the terrace we, the living, will say "Hi, Lucky" as if she's running up from the garden, wait a few seconds, no, she's not, I whispered "Don't be afraid of loneliness." and wished for only one other moment, one day, when I'm gone too – so unreal – that I can see her eyes again and we'll go for a walk.


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Author(s): Lonely Planet
1000 Ultimate Sights Where do you start? Iconic buildings, awesome canyons, weird monuments, vast animal migrations, spooky dungeons and romantic vistas are just some of the man-made marvels and natural wonders in 1000 Ultimate Sights. Make your own list, hit the road, and start exploring the world 's most breathtaking sights. Natural phenomena, including the bubbling Pitch Lake of TrinidadArchitectural masterpieces, including the ground-breaking Sagrada Familia in SpainWildlife spectacles, including the Elephant Gathering of Sri LankaHistoric sights, such as the magnificent ruins at Volubilis, MoroccoCultural icons, including the Giant Buddha of Leshan, China


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Many companies have partnered with significant financial one-time or multi-year gifts with the goal of having a transformational impact on our community. These are gifts are strategically planned to help the organization achieve a stretch goal, leverage funding from the community, and to help the company achieve your philanthropic and community support goals.
Two recent examples:
- $150,000 one time gift: given as a challenge gift for the Circle of Women fundraising event and to help grow the Empowerment Society (individual giving) by 100 members in 2018.
- $150,000 three year gift: $100,000 given to help expand employment programs; $50,000 as a challenge gift to engage other corporations in our employment programs.
These partnerships are often developed in partnership with advocates and leadership within your company.
Contact Jill Pfeiffer to begin a conversation about what a strategic leveraging partnership could look like for your company.


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With the 600 line of home sergers, a beginner or experienced sewer can create simple sportswear or elegant evening wear with unbelievable ease. Expand your range of design and technique with the easy to operate, durable and dependable MO-644D. The MO-644D, 2-needle, 2/3/4 thread overlock machine featuring built-in rolled hemming and differential feed, and more at an affordable price.
Color Coded Threading Guides throughout the machine make threading easy and efficient
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Sewing Width Gauge takes the guesswork out of seam allowances and is conveniently located on the guard cover.
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Economics for Managers
- SchoolHarvard Business School Online
- FormatOnline
- All dates May 29 - July 24, 2019
- Duration 8 weeks
- Price $1,500
- CategoryManagement, Marketing, Strategy
About the course
Gain the knowledge and skills to craft successful business strategy
This is not the economics class you took in college. Economics for Managers takes you inside a growing online retailer, an events ticket broker, a multinational publishing company, and other firms evaluating market demand, wrestling with pricing strategy, and looking to identify ways to differentiate themselves in the marketplace. You will learn to apply the fundamental concepts of economics to critical business decisions and powerful tools to compete successfully.
Offered to incoming Harvard Business School students to prepare them for the MBA classroom, this online course will help you understand how businesses think about pricing and production and equip you to apply powerful ideas like complements and network effects to generate demand. This course also dives into the functioning of markets, the force of competition, and strategies for differentiation.
Who should attend
Economics for Managers is designed for anyone looking to understand how markets work and how firms compete in order to develop successful business strategy. This course is particularly well suited for individuals working in—or aspiring to work in—marketing, strategy, product management, consulting, or entrepreneurship. Those considering an MBA program who would like to be prepared on day one would also benefit greatly from the program.
Learning outcomes
Whether you are a technical professional or functional specialist looking to contribute more to business discussions and decision making, an aspiring marketing professional, strategy consultant, or entrepreneur, or preparing for an MBA, participating in Economics for Managers will allow you to:
- Develop effective pricing strategies
- Benchmark costs compared to competitors through relative cost analysis
- Apply conjoint analysis to understand what features customers value most
- Understand the power of network effects to drive demand
- Identify sources of competitive advantage through differentiation
Please note that instructors are subject to change and not all instructors teach in each session of the program.
Bharat N. Anand
Bharat Anand is the Henry R. Byers Professor of Business Administration in the Strategy Unit at Harvard Business School, is the faculty chair of the HBX initiative, and serves on the HarvardX Faculty Committee. His research is in applied and empirical industrial organization. His research examines competition in information goods markets, with a primary focus on media and entertainment. He is also an expert in multi-business strategy. He chairs several executive education programs, including the school's executive education program on media strategies. He received an AB in Economics, magna cum laude, from Harvard University, and his PhD in Economics from Princeton University, where he was nominated to the Princeton Junior Society of Fellows.


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Keep your promise Mr. Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a good statement condemning Israel's shooting of Canadian doctor Tarek Loubani, and the killing of over 100 Gaza protesters in May 2018, even calling for an independent investigation. He said: "Reported use of excessive force and live ammunition is inexcusable. It is imperative we establish the facts of what is happening in Gaza. Canada calls for an immediate independent investigation to thoroughly examine the facts on the ground — including any incitement, violence, and the excessive use of force." Continue reading
Petition: Canadians Oppose Foreign Embassies in Jerusalem
Last year, US President Donald Trump announced he was moving the US Embassy to Jerusalem, breaking decades of diplomatic neutrality regarding competing Israeli and Palestinian claims to the city. This year, on May 8th, Conservative leader Andrew Scheer promised that if elected, a Canadian government under his leadership would recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move the Canadian embassy to Jerusalem. This is offensive, appalling, illegal, and wrong. Continue reading
Peace in Palestine - The parliamentary petition
The "Peace in Palestine" campaign is an effort to get Canada's politicians to have an honest public discussion about Israel's illegal "settlements," and how Canada must respond. A core component of the campaign is a Parliamentary ePetition, calling on the government to "demand that Israel immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territories." Continue reading


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A few years ago my sister read the book by economist Jeffrey Sachs, The End of Poverty: Economic Possibilities for Our Time. After reading it myself, we started to discuss the possibilities of becoming involved with the Millennium Project, initially headed by Jeffrey Sachs.
The Millennim Project was commissioned by the United Nations Secretary-General in 2002 to recommend a concrete action plan for the world to reverse the poverty, hunger and disease affecting billions of people. It has an incredible action plan of developmental goals set in place. As Sachs points out in his book, more than a billion people currently subsist on less than a dollar a day—the standard threshold for "extreme poverty." Every year, hundreds of thousands die of starvation, malnutrition, or diseases like aids and malaria; tens of millions of children perish in infancy. And as the this persists it's suggested that the consequences of this extreme poverty reach far beyond the afflicted societies. 'Poverty, inequality and disease are chief causes of violent conflict, civil war and state failures. A world with extreme poverty is a world of insecurity.'
At the Millennium Summit in September 2000 the largest gathering of world leaders in history adopted the UN Millennium Declaration, committing their nations to a new global partnership to reduce extreme poverty and setting out a series of time-bound targets, with a deadline of 2015, that have become known as the Millennium Development Goals...8 goals from eradicating extreme hunger to improving maternal health to ensuring environmental sustainability.
Our efforts continue. To get involved personally or with local affiliated programs, visit the Millennium Promise Organization, village by village, we can each help to fight poverty.


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What's the best unconventional way to learn Chinese?
If you're tired of going to class or reading a book, there's nothing better than learning Chinese through movies and film.
Why Learn Mandarin Chinese Through Movies and Films?
Movies are one of my favorite ways to learn, and it comes down to four simple reasons.
- The no-brainer reason is that movies are just fun and entertaining. The trick is to reserve them for times when you're just too exhausted to do anything else (eg. talk to your language partner or do flashcards). If you like to work out, it's kind of like leaving your easiest exercises til the end of your workout, when you have more energy.
- Another reason is that movies tend to showcase natural conversational Chinese the most. This probably with other kinds of media like books, news, or music.
- Also, movies are a great way to become culturally fluent. For me, talking about a popular movie like "非诚勿扰" (If You Are the One 2) has always been a great way to connect with my Chinese friends. Or to put it another way, just think about all the conversations you wouldn't be able to have in English if you didn't know any famous people who spoke English.
- Finally, you get to pick the movie. This means that you can select for something that matches your interests and Chinese level.
Learn Mandarin Chinese Through Movies: The Quick Guide
How Do You Get Started with Learning Mandarin Chinese Through Movies?
There are a few different approaches that offer different levels of convenience, selection, and scaffolding/support. So I'd recommend that you pick based on your Chinese level.
- One option for beginners is to use a textbook that is essentially based on a video, like the one from the Beijing Language and Culture University Press. They have a useful vocab list for all the key words, and they do a very in-depth job explaining all of the nuances of grammar. The disadvantages are that nothing is electronic and it still feels like you're learning from a textbook… because you still are. They're available if you search online for "Watching the Movie and Learning Chinese."
- An option for intermediate learners who already know a lot of Chinese characters is to watch the DVD with subtitles… not just in Chinese/English, but in both languages. Dave at ChineseHacks has shared his clever hint about how you can use Cyberlink Power DVD to watch subtitles for both languages simultaneously. And he also mentions more advanced techniques that you can use to rip the audio to review it at your convenience: http://chinesehacks.com/blog/study/study-movie-dialogues/)
- If you're a really advanced learner, want to challenge yourself, or want more immediate access, you can just look them on Youku, and they tend to be there (you might have to do some searching).
The disadvantage with all these methods is that there's still a lot of pain involved when you encounter unknown words. You'll have to identify the sound, and look them up in your dictionary. You'll spend a lot of time and energy. If you'd like to be more efficient with this, and are open to watching other kinds of videos, you might want to check out our video-based Chinese learning site FluentU, which was designed to address exactly this problem.
What Movies Are Good for Learning Chinese?
If you pick a movie that you really like, then the simple answer is that you can't go wrong, because you'll be able to stay interested. But if that doesn't work for you, here are 2 approaches that have worked for me.
1. The Chinese Drama Approach
My go-to approach is to find Chinese dramas that tend to be nontechnical and have people in everyday situations (or at least as close as you can get to that in movies), speaking relatively slowly. It also feels very efficient to watch famous movies that have famous actors/actresses/directors.
- "Shower" 洗澡 — This is probably my favorite movie for learning Chinese. At the risk of oversimplifying, it's a moving story about a dad, and his two sons, who operate a bathhouse. The movie manages to capture a family drama inside a bigger community (the bathhouse) amidst bigger societal changes that are happening in China (destruction of the traditional hutongs in Beijing to pave the way for larger real estate development projects). The actors here are also household names in China (Zhu Xu, Pu Cunxin, Jiang Wu).
- "A World Without Thieves" 天下无贼 —Star-studded cast (Andy Lau, Ge You, Li Bingbing…) in an action drama about expert thieves on a train who compete to steal an idealistic/clueless boy's life savings.
- "Eat Drink, Man Woman" 饮食男女 — An Ang Lee classic about a dad and his 3 unmarried daughters, each of whom defy tradition in their own way. It's hilarious even if you're not a woman.
- "Shanghai Triad" 摇啊摇,摇到外婆桥 — Set in 1930s Shanghai, this will be the most beautifully filmed gangster movie you'll ever watch. You'll know who Gong Li is after you watch this one.
- "The Road Home" 我的父亲母亲 — This is the simple love story that made Zhang Ziyi famous. More beautiful cinematography from Zhang Yimou.
- "To Live" 活着 — Actually, I want to warn you not to watch this one. It's really famous and everyone might recommend it to you, but actually it's painful to watch. A rich compulsive gambler loses his family fortune, his wife and their unborn son, and it starts getting bad from there.
- "Electric Shadows" — I haven't personally watched this one, but looks promising. It's about a guy and girl who meet each other and discover they share a love of cinema — and it happens amidst the Cultural Revolution.
- "So Young" 致我们终将逝去的青春 — A good, funny movie about university life in the '80s.
2. The "Time to Binge on American Culture" Approach
Sometimes nothing beats an episode of "Friends" or "The Simpsons" to American movies dubbed in Mandarin. What you lose in terms of learning about Chinese culture, you do gain in terms of having extra comprehensible input (in other words, because you have more context, you're able to understand more of the language). Most American TV shows can be found on Youku.
More Resources for Learning Mandarin Through Movies
In case you want to check out other blog posts on Chinese, I'd recommend the following ones:
- http://chinesehacks.com/blog/study/study-movie-dialogues/
- http://confusedlaowai.com/2010/07/learning-chinese-through-watching-tv/
- http://www.mandarinme.com/blog/posts/learn-to-speak-mandarin-chinese/
- http://justinchina.wordpress.com/2009/01/14/how-to-learn-chinese-through-disney-movies/
- http://www.zhongwenmovies.com/
And One More Thing…
If you love learning Chinese with movies, then I would be remiss not to tell you more about FluentU.
FluentU takes real-world videos like music videos, commercials, news, and inspiring talks and turns them into Chinese learning experiences. It naturally and gradually eases you into learning Chinese language and culture. You'll learn Chinese as it's spoken in real life.
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A comma splice walks into a bar, it has a drink and then leaves.
A question mark walks into a bar?
Two quotation marks "Walk into" a bar.
A gerund and an infinitive walk into a bar, drinking to drink.
The bar was walked into by a passive voice.
Three intransitive verbs walk into a bar. They sit. They drink. They leave.


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Skip to comments.Intel Chair: FBI, DOJ Obstructing Trump Probe in Hope of Dem Takeover in Congress
Posted on 07/17/2018 1:55:36 PM PDT by roses of sharon
The chair of the House Intelligence Committee accused the FBI and Department of Justice of stonewalling a sprawling investigation into claims the Trump campaign colluded with Russia with the hope of running out the clock until the November elections, when they anticipate Democrats will regain control of the House and dissolve an ongoing probe that has uncovered evidence U.S. officials sought to cripple Trump's campaign. Rep. Devin Nunes (R., Calif.), in a wide-ranging audio interview with his House colleague Rep. Sean Duffy (R., Wis.), accused top officials at the FBI and DOJ of "putting all their chips on the Republicans losing the House" so that their Democratic allies can "shut down" the longstanding Intelligence Committee probe, which has unearthed information disputing claims of collusion in recent months.
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They will use all their considerable power to fix the mid-term elections.
If that's the case just appoint a special counsel.
The left in general, and the Democrat Party in particular, have been working patiently for decades to replace the United States with the United Nations.
Why the sudden urgency to finish the job?
They can't...................
Wow! Nunes said it! Thats exactly what theyre doing.
They will lose like they did with Hillary.
If they were so omnipotent, Bush would have lost in 2000, and Trump would have lost in 2016. I have no doubt they'll use all their considerable power. There's an old saying, however, that you can drag a dying horse around a race track, but you can't make him win the triple crown (ok, I just made that up). The Dems have been turning off the electorate for months and are likely to continue digging that hole. All the deep state manipulations will not save them from the red tsunami that's coming.
"Why the sudden urgency to finish the job?"
I see it the other way! They ( the RATs) see all the work they've been doing for the past half century or more circling the drain with Trump in the White House. They know that if they don't stop him, Trump will completely destroy everything that they've done to make the US a Marxist Country.
Commie media activist Dems want President Trump and VP Pence GONE..they dont care how its done, by impeachment, assassination, it really doesn't matter, they want them GONE..because you have to understand how close they came to turning America Communist, Obama got it started, he wanted Clinton to finish it..they did not believe that Trump had ANY chance of winning, he won, he has destroyed Obama's legacy and plans in a year and a half and the left can't stand it..they want him gone, dead, impeachment, imprisoned, doesn't matter
The Mueller coup and DOJ obstruction of justice couldn't happen without top cover from the Congressional GOP.
They will be ready now, just look at the power they have...it is enormous.
We don't even have the DOJ, FBI, or the Intel communities.
Don't any of these people fear for their life?
Could be premature...
Absolutely, the have the GOP IN THEIR POCKET, which makes this even more dangerous.
If the DOJ and the FBI are controlled by the Deep State, then what fear does the Deep State have in committing voting fraud.
Assuming Trump controls them, it is time for the military investigative services and the military police to raid the DOJ and the FBI to arrest the coup plotters and seize all of their computers and records. If they resist then send in the marines.
Yes they can.....
Look honestly at what they have, then look at what we have.
Well. We are just going to have to win, aren't we?
We have climbed and crawled over seemingly endless broken glass scattered on the path to the polls before. We are good enough, we are tough enough, and gosh darn it, we LOVE our country!
So do something about it then.
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Remembering Kiwi
Kiwi was a born water dog and loved playing fetch and made some incredible leaping catches like the one here with four paws off the ground! If Kiwi would have had two legs instead of four, she most likely would have been drafted into the Major Leagues!
Kiwi's ball playing abilities didn't go unnoticed. While Kiwi wasn't eligible to play for the Padres, her ball playing talents were immediately spotted by Dan, a previous adopter when he recently visited the rescue one Saturday morning. A short time later Dan and his family took Kiwi home.
Last year Kiwi was diagnosed with osteosarcoma but that didn't stop her from wanting to play ball. Unfortunately, in the past few months her condition got progressively worse. Earlier this week, Kiwi passed away. Dan said "Kiwi was a great dog and we will miss her".
To Dan, Catherine, Zeke, Ty and Annah…We are deeply sorry for your loss and we want to thank you for choosing rescue and for providing Kiwi with a loving, caring home where she could blossom and live out her last months knowing she was treasured and loved.


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Hi there! Michelle here from Michelle's Party Plan-It with a new party tutorial for you today. Father's Day is just around the corner and I'm planning a little steampunk dinner party for my husband. If you know me at all, you know that I'm a Steampunk fan and as you may guess, I go crazy for all the Tim Holtz dies. So when I saw his latest Sizzix dies with tons of gears and gadgets, I knew I wanted to incorporate them into my husband's upcoming dinner party.
For my project, I decided to add some brown and black vinyl gears to a few galvanized chargers. Steampunking tableware has never been easier. All you need is a Sizzix Big Shot, Standard Cutting Pads, Magnetic Platform, Gadget Gears #2 Bigz Die, Gearhead Thinlits and Craft Vinyl.
Starting with the Thinlits dies, I create a sandwich. The sandwich for using the Magnetic Platform is; Magnetic Platform, Cutting Pad, vinyl, Thinlits and a second Cutting Pad (not shown). After I made the sandwich, I simply passed it through the machine.
Moving on to the Gadget Gears #2 Bg Die, I simply placed the vinyl on top of the die and sandwiched it between two Cutting Pads and passed it through the Big Shot.
Next, I arranged the die cuts on the charger and then removed the backing to secure them in place.
And that's it! Easy yet impactful Steampunk Chargers, perfect for any Steampunk themed celebration! What do you think? I'd love to hear from you!
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In order for a seller to command top dollar for the sale of a rural piece of land, a buyer must generally be very certain of what they are purchasing. The degree of certainty, or the comfort level, the buyer has with a given property often directly affects the price they are willing to pay.
"Markets hate uncertainty" is a saying we've all heard dozens of times in the past few years. The real estate market is also not averse to the animosity towards uncertainty. In financial terms, uncertainty equals risk.
There are many different types of risk associated with any given property, but I deal with a few that frequently affect a buyer's interest level:
1. Access– Does the property have road access or at least a deeded access? In Alabama, 95% of the time land lenders will not loan money on a tract that is land-locked. Without legal access, even the lender is not willing to take a risk on a property.
2. Soil types– Buyers I deal with are usually looking for a timberland investment or an agricultural property. They want to know about the suitability of the soils for their intended purpose. Good timberland needs a high site index for the tree species they want to grow, and farmland also needs to be suitable for the purpose of the farmer.
3. Mineral Rights- Does the current owner of the land also own the mineral rights? This matters to many prospective buyers because they want to know if someone will come put an oil derrick in their front yard.
And the list could go on indefinitely.
The purpose of this article is to show that generally the more information you can provide to a potential purchaser up front, the more likely you are to make a sale. In my experience the more risk a property poses to a prospective buyer, the less money they are willing to offer for it. Please see the chart above that I've used to illustrate this point: the lower the risk, the higher the sales price, and inversely, the greater the risk, the lower the sales price.
With the exception of institutional and commercial land investors, land investment is usually a matter of personal finance. People buy land. People need good information to buy a piece of property. Generally your average buyer of a small to medium sized property has a fairly low tolerance for risk with their land purchases. They want to be pretty certain about what they are purchasing. The proof of that is that most buyers (I deal with) make sure they have a clear title to a property and get an owner's title insurance policy for extra peace of mind.
I find it helpful to address negatives about a property early in the process of the buyer making their decision. Hiding it from the prospect only creates ill-will and distrust, and derails many deals before they get a good chance to start.
Sellers and agents will benefit from the maxim: certainty makes the sale. The more good information we can provide to prospective buyers, the greater the likelihood that we can sell them a property.
Written by: Jonathan Goode.is an Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) with Southeastern Land Group, and is passionate about helping people buy and sell land in Alabama and east Mississippi.


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Growing up in the Middle East – where, aside from the God you worship, your identity is often largely defined by the political leader you revere – being a centrist was a bad word. It signified your inability to make a decision, to take a side, to be loyal. That stuck with me, and, over the years, having watched family, neighbors, acquaintances, and close friends fight – in some cases to death – over their party affiliations, I maintained that 'I'm with no one,' because that sounded a whole lot better than the alternative, telling them that I'm a centrist. No one respects a centrist.
I was fortunate enough to leave the Middle East, at 14 years old, on a US State Department scholarship to study in the land of the free, a turn that would change my life forever. The America that welcomed me 14 years ago and the Middle East I grew up in were poles apart. You mean I can say whatever I want? Now, this may sound absurd to those of you who did not grow up on my side of the world, but, to 14-year-old me? She was ecstatic about the possibilities.
Partly, the excitement was about the ability to hold those in charge accountable when necessary, something we still cannot do in the Middle East. In fact, the latest exhibit was displayed on October 2, 2018. But the other, more practical reason behind my euphoria was realizing that I was suddenly surrounded by people who represented so much more than where they stood politically. Yes, they held their values near and dear, or I wouldn't have surrounded myself by them to begin with, but they were capable of separating between "church and state," or, in this case, friendship and politics. Never, in my first six years in America, did anyone ever make me feel any less worthy on the basis of my political affiliations. And, for the skeptics amongst you, the reason they treated me the way they did had nothing to do with my "foreignness" or my age at the time, and the fact that neither one of which allowed me to vote; I know this because even those who could and did vote were treated with the same respect and decency. Of course, you had the fanatics. Everyone has them. But they were the exception to the rule.
So, let's just say that, when I returned to the Middle East, Abu Dhabi, more specifically, the State Department got their scholarship money worth. I'd, quite literally, preach about America and the freedoms in America. In fact, I would often reminisce with some of my American Habibis, then-expats in the UAE, about good ol' 'murica, and, quite simply, being allowed to be.
Imagine my not-so-pleasant surprise, after years of shaming the Middle East, when I returned to an unrecognizable, unforgiving, polarized* America.
Now, before we proceed, let me just preface by saying that if you've landed here hoping for a Trump roast, I'm afraid that's not on the menu. Do I like him? No. Do I hate him? No. He's not the point of this post, but if you insist, I'll just say this: I don't think Trump caused the polarization in America. I would argue that his election was the very result of it. A polarization that had been brewing for a while, and that is nobody's fault but our own. We did this. Now, get off your left-right high horses, and join me in the center for a second.
My objective in this post is not to pinpoint the start of the polarization. I don't think you can take a look at the last two decades in America and say there guys! This, this is the incident that started the polarization. Try it, and I promise you, there will be another person or two in the room, heck, there may even be 10, who think the exact opposite; they may think that exact incident actually brought America together, but you'll never know because they won't say a word. They may have tried once before, but you shut them down. So, not anymore. They'll keep it to themselves. So, you go on thinking that your interpretation is the only possible right interpretation (after all, you only saw nods in the room and assumed the silence among the rest was affirmation), and "the others," whose opinions may have been a little harder to digest and not the easiest to argue for, go on getting deeper and deeper in their corners, growing more and more convicted of their own interpretations, until you wish a-tad-difficult-to-digest was your biggest problem; they become extremist. Are you scared? You should be. We are doing this. It's nobody's fault but our own, so let's take some damn responsibility.
So, here's why I'm a centrist in America.
(no, it's not my lack of opinions. God knows there's no shortage of those).
Let's do a little experiment together, shall we? The next time you're in a random group, be it at school or work, in or out, tell them you're a republican/conservative. Here are the immediate side effects you must watch out for, because what you just did is a very, very dangerous thing, my friend:
- You've already alienated almost everyone who considers themselves on the left; they're no longer listening. You don't exist laaaa lalalalala because:
- You are for guns in every home, possibly even in schools, who the hell knows anymore.
- You just hit send on a fax to hell, requesting that the powers that be extract the woman who just walked out of planned parenthood minus a fetus.
- You have personally just gotten back from the border. You were ripping kids off their mothers' chests and jailing them, single-handedly.
- What are these Palestinians you speak of. They do not exist.
- You kicked a gay guy out of mass last Sunday, and the one before that.
- Let's nuke everyone who is not an American (those who became "American" in questionable ways are fair game, guys).
- And, last but not least, TRUMP YAAAAAS.
Having fun yet? I am. Told ya, it's better in the center.
Now, sit with another group, and tell them you're a democrat/liberal. Here are the immediate side effects you must watch out for, because what you just did is a very, very dangerous thing, my friend:
- You've already alienated almost everyone who considers themselves on the right; they're no longer listening. You don't exist laaaa lalalalala because:
- You, sir, think that no one, anywhere, ever, have I said ever, should have guns. None. We will all just love one another and reason with the unstable man with a gun he got fromidontknowwhere, rather than defend ourselves. Defending ourselves is violent.
- You go on rallies endorsing every pregnant woman's right to get rid of the damn kid, at any time, for any reason. Her and that douche should not have procreated to begin with, am I right.
- Let everyone in, there's plenty of room for everyone! Oh, and you get a car, and you get a car. Sir, in the back. You're here to steal our jobs and, like, rape people? You get a car, too!
- You stopped drinking iced Vanilla lattes because, hello, all Jews everywhere are hurting all the Palestinians.
- All people who identify as LGBTQ+ should be allowed to do unspeakable acts in every church, every Sunday.
- Yay world peace. Who needs nukes. And, more importantly, who the hell is Deterrence?
Chances are I've already lost many of you to the letsgetoffendedabouteverything syndrome. I truly hope you're still here because we're not evil in the center, and we certainly are not indifferent. In fact, our day-to-day life is likely a bit more challenging than the extremes because, believe or not, when we spot each other, we smile, yes, but then, we argue about the world's most pressing concerns. Civilly. Each one of us leaving the conversation having learned something they may not have considered before.
Do I personally want to get an abortion? No; and I hope I won't ever be in a situation where I feel like I have to. Do I think Dianne is going to hell because she got one? I don't know. Let me tweet God real quick. Dianne is not going to hell, everyone. Look, I do not mean to make light of the situation. I am a devout Catholic, who believes in God, and I don't think Dianne is going to hell. But, let's be real, the God job was already taken and is now above my pay grade, so I have no idea who's going where.
Do I think it's bad that people boycott Starbucks? I admire their passion. Will I boycott Starbucks, probably not. Do I think that the belief that all Jews and all Palestinians everywhere hate each other is stupid? Yes. Yes, I do. My mentor is Jewish, my dearest friend is Palestinian, I dated a Floridian Jew, and I'm an Arab Catholic. Sue me. Or get offended on my behalf, whatever.
My point is this: (fanatics aside) most people on each side don't actually think or do the aboveoutlined extemes, but many of those on their opposite side believe, at their core, that they do. The noise in the echo chambers on both extremes will get louder and louder, and America, the America that welcomed me in 2005, will no longer be salvageable. Not unless we start listening, actually listening, talking, analyzing, and comprehending the concept of nuances.
Here's the crazy thing about democracy, guys. The democracy that America pioneered and exported to the world, that democracy, it wasn't meant to be upheld only when it's convenient.
So, do America a favor and snap out of your (what feels like) authoritarian states of mind.
In the meantime, and until a single label of where one politically stands stops meaning an entire laundry list of extremes, I'll be here, making the center great again (pun absolutely intended). The left and the right have left me no other choice. And, until they give up their extremist ways, I'll be chillin' here, in the center.
*Many journalists and academics maintain that this is not the first time that the United States has been divided, and it may very well be the case (Vietnam comes to mind). But, anecdotally, in my experience, and in that of others who are much smarter than I am, this level of polarization in America is unprecedented; a polarization where it isn't enough that I think my leader is the best. I must also think that yours is the anti-Christ.


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Iglesias has sold more than 75 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Spanish language artists of all time. He has had five Billboard Hot 100 top five singles, including two number-ones, and holds the record for producing 25 number-one Spanish-language singles on the Billboard's Hot Latin Tracks. He has also had 13 number-one songs on Billboard's Dance charts, more than any other single male artist. Altogether, Iglesias has amassed more than 70 number-one rankings on the various Billboard charts. Billboard has called him The King of Latin Pop and The King of Dance. His top selling songs include Hero, Somebody's Me, Tonight, Escape, Why Not Me?, Bailamos, Dirty Dancer, and Do You Know? Not merely a music superstar, Enrique is also an actor and producer.
Pitbull (Armando Christian Pérez) is without question the hottest singer in music today. Combining Latin and dance grooves with rap Pitbull is an entity all his own. The Latin Grammy Award winning artist is a hometown boy born and raised in Miami. His first recorded mainstream performance was on a solo track from Lil Jon's 2002 album Kings of Crunk, which featured Pitbull rapping over Jon's production. In 2004, Pitbull released his debut album titled M.I.A.M.I. (short for Money Is A Major Issue), the album included production from high-profile producers Lil Jon and Jim Jonsin.
Pitbull's 2011 album Planet Pit, featured the single "Give Me Everything", which was his first number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100. The song reached #1 worldwide and featured fellow artists Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack. Pitbull also released Timber in October 2013 from his EP album Meltdown and was a global hit, reaching #1 in many countries and making it to #1 in Billboard Hot 100 and #1 in UK for a total of twenty #1 positions worldwide. The song has charted worldwide making it his second one to do so. He performed the song in different award show including the 2013 American Music Awards, in which he was the host. His other Top 10 hits include I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho), Feel This Moment, featuring Christina Aguilera, International Love, featuring Chris Brown, Back in Time, and Bon Bon.
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