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Intel Product Launch Schedule till Mid-2018 Leaked
Intel is on the verge of launching its 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" processor family with six SKUs, and its top-tier Z370 Express chipset, early next month. Those looking for cheaper motherboards and don't intend on overclocking their processor, will have to wait until the first quarter of 2018, with the company confirming Q1-2018 as the launch window of three of its client-desktop chipsets for 8th generation Core processors, in a leaked Desktop outlook slide, scored by GamersNexus.
Among the new desktop chipsets launched will be the H370 Express, B360 Express, and the H310 Express. The H370 Express offers essentially the same platform connectivity as the Z370 Express, minus CPU overclocking and NVIDIA SLI certification. The B360 Express has a slimmer connectivity loadout, and lacks SLI support, but its predecessors have been generally preferred by gamers wanting to build single-GPU rigs with CPUs running at stock speeds, which is why major motherboard brands have built gamer-centric motherboards on B-series chipsets. The H310 chipset has the lightest connectivity, and is designed to power entry-level motherboards.
MSI's Vortex G25 Squeezes Desktop Coffee Lake Performance in 2.5 L Enclosure
MSI has recently added a new member to their Vortex family of gaming solutions with the minuscule Vortex G25. Unlike its predecessor, the Vortex G65, the G25 has abandoned the cylinder shape in favor of a sleek console design. The specifications are nothing short of impressive for a system crammed into a 2.5-liter enclosure weighing in at just 2.5 kilograms. Based on Intel's latest Z370 platform, the Vortex G25 is powered by a 8th Generation Core i7-8700 processor with six cores, 12 threads, and a boost clock up to 4.3 GHz. MSI's Cooler Boost Titan solution, consisting of eight heatpipes and dual Whirlwind Blade fans, provides adequate cooling for the Coffee Lake processor and Pascal graphics card.
According to the manufacturer, the Vortex G25 was designed with focus on expandability. It's equipped with four DDR4 SO-DIMM slots to house DDR4 2400 MHz modules and support up to 64 GB of memory. In terms of storage, two PCIe 3.0 M.2 slots are available for creating high-speed RAID arrays with NVMe drives. Another 2.5" slot is present to provide additional storage if need be. Performing upgrades to the Vortex G25 is a walk in the park thanks to a rapid disassembly design that employs slotted screws.
ASRock Announces its Z370 Chipset Motherboard Lineup
The Intel Z370 chipset launch provides a thrilling end to an exciting year of technology breakthroughs for computer enthusiasts. As the CPU competition heats up, there's never been a better time to buy or upgrade, with an unprecedented range of power and performance options to choose from. ASRock understands that many users are looking to a new Z370 motherboard to provide extreme performance, maximum overclocking ability, and limitless expandability. ASRock promises to deliver all that, and more.
To support the increase of core count on the 8th Generation Intel Core Processors, ASRock has upgraded its CPU VRM design to provide more power phases than ever. More cores can demand more power when overclocking, and so, with up to twelve power phases, the ASRock power system is designed for maximum overclocking ability and stability. While the spotlight is focused on CPU and graphics performance, less glamorous subsystems are just as important. These new ASRock motherboards feature Hyper DDR4 design to provide outstanding memory overclocking ability - up to an insanely fast DDR4 4333 MHz
MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC and Z370 GODLIKE Gaming Launched
MSI launched two of its first socket LGA1151 motherboards based on Intel Z370 chipset, for 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" desktop processors, the Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC, and the Z370 GODLIKE Gaming ACK. The company may launch its other motherboards based on this chipset, closer to Intel's October 5th launch date for the platform. The Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC is an upper-performance segment product, which could be priced close to the $200-mark, while the Z370 GODLIKE Gaming could command a >$300 price.
Built in the ATX form-factor, the Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC covers all the features you'll possibly need for a fairly high-end gaming PC build. It draws power from a combination of 24-pin ATX and 8-pin EPS power connectors, conditioning it for the CPU using a 10-phase VRM. The CPU is wired to four DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting up to 64 GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory; and two reinforced PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots (electrical x8/x8 with both populated). The third x16 slot is electrical gen 3.0 x4, and wired to the Z370 PCH. Three x1 slots make for the rest of the expansion. Storage connectivity includes two 32 Gb/s M.2 slots, and six SATA 6 Gb/s ports. One M.2 Shield heatspreader accessory is included.
GIGABYTE Introduces Z370 Motherboards for 8th Gen Core
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, has unveiled the new GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS motherboards based on the Intel Z370 chipset. These supercharged motherboards are equipped with a server-grade digital power design which fully support 8th generation Intel Core processors. Performance tuned, the Z370 AORUS Motherboards are compatible with memory modules rated for 4133MHz. With unique features like an ESS Sabre DAC, Smart Fan 5 and RGB Fusion, there's no doubt why gamers turn to AORUS for the ultimate gaming motherboard.
"Following Intel's release of the Z370 chipset platform, GIGABYTE has designed a new, groundbreaking motherboard," said Vincent Liu, Senior Associate Vice President of GIGABYTE's Motherboard Business Unit. "GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS motherboards are designed for gamers who value powerful, yet highly durable motherboards. With our new digital power design, not only will Z370 AORUS motherboards unleash the power of the 8th generation Intel Core processors' they will easily fulfill gamers' demands."
Gigabyte Unleashes its Z370 AORUS Gaming 7 Motherboard
While enthusiasts are preparing their wallets for the Intel Coffee Lake launch on October 5, Gigabyte is diligently filling retailers' shelves with their upcoming Z370 AORUS motherboards. With as many as six different models to choose from, consumers will surely find a motherboard that best suit their needs. The Gigabyte Z370 AORUS Gaming 7, in particular, is bound to attract a lot of attention from the more hardcore crowd. Being the cream of the crop of Gigabyte's Z370 lineup means that this motherboard will bring many unique features to the table.
Intel Unveils the 8th Generation Core Desktop Processor Family
Intel today announced that its new family of 8th Gen Intel Core desktop processors will be available for purchase beginning Oct. 5, 2017. The new desktop processor family is built for gamers, content creators and overclockers who require premium performance. Ranging from Intel Core i3 to Intel Core i7, these processors deliver premium performance for what comes next, opening the door for a new level of faster, easier and more immersive experiences.
This new family introduces the first-ever 6-core Intel Core i5 desktop processor and first-ever 4-core Intel Core i3 desktop processor. The family offers a wide range of performance options for consumers with unlocked1 "K" processors that deliver maximum tuning flexibility at each brand level and up to 40 platform PCIe 3.0 lanes for system expandability on graphics, storage and I/O. These processors are supported with new Intel Z370 chipset-based motherboards.
Intel to Bring 8-core/16-thread CPUs to the Mainstream Desktop Platform in 2018
Having hit a wall with fab process-assisted micro-architecture advancements, and facing an unexpectedly competitive AMD, there's only one direction left for Intel's product development over generations, core-counts. The company is on the verge of introducing 6-core/12-thread "Coffee Lake" processors to the mainstream-desktop (MSDT) platform in a few weeks from now; and if leaks by a popular BTO desktop-replacement/mobile-workstation manufacturer Eurocom is to be believed, the company could increase the core counts a second time in 2018, by introducing an 8-core/16-thread MSDT part.
A Eurocom representative, posting on NotebookReview forums, hinted at the possibility that the upcoming Intel Z390 Express chipset, which hits motherboards in 2018, could exclusively support 8-core/16-thread processors, which come out in the second half of 2018. The representative revealed this in context of the company skipping the Z370 Express chipset, as it lacks support for those upcoming 8-core/16-thread chips. In addition to support for new processors and possibly next-generation "Ice Lake" processors, the Z390 chipset adds several new features over the Z370, including a better onboard audio solution, integrated WLAN, and SDIO controller.
MSI's Z370 Motherboard Lineup Leaked via NCIX
After we've had a slight, unofficial teaser for MSI's awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping, wallet fear-mongering highest end MSI Z370 GODLIKE Gaming, now is the time for some information on the rest of MSI's Z370 motherboard lineup. There's even some tentative pricing information here, so you can start planning your budgetary constraints on a jump to Intel's newste platform, which brings some caffeine to their Lake code names, and an added two extra cores and four extra threads to their top-end, mainstream desktop Core i7-8700 parts.
The MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon will come in two variants (AC and non-AC), whose basic difference is the inclusion of (you guesed it) a Wi-Fi expansion card. It features three Pcie x16 ports (two of them reinforced), two M.2 connectors and 1x Gigabit Ethernet. The MSI Z370 Gaming 5, on the other hand, will add to this a slight change in aesthetics and connectors placement, as well as the addition of a post error code LED. Next up is the MSI Z370M GAMING PRO AC, which stands as an interesting offer considering it's the only mATX motherboard in this lineup leak. It also features a Wi-Fi AC module, though there are some cuts on PCIe and M.2 connectors, due to the size constraints.
Retail Core i7-8700K Surfaces on Geekbench Database
As Intel's 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" processors inch closer to their 5th October launch, those with early access to the retail chips are putting them through their paces. One such test landed on Geekbench database. A top-end Core i7-8700K six-core chip running on an EVGA-made, Z370 chipset-based motherboard (model code: 121-KS-E375).
Running at its standard (out of the box) clock speeds, the Core i7-8700K scored 5,773 points in the single-threaded bench, which is higher than the 4,900-ish scores one can expect from the Ryzen 7 1800X. In the multi-threaded test, it scored 24,260 points, which is lower than the 28,000-ish points typical machines with Ryzen 7 1800X score, due to the two extra cores it packs compared to the i7-8700K.
GIGABYTE Aorus Z370 Motherboard Series Pictured
Here are some of the first pictures of GIGABYTE's Aorus branded Z370 series motherboards. The lineup begins with the Aorus Z370 Gaming 3 and Aorus Z370 Gaming K3. These two boards are nearly identical to each other, and differ with only their onboard gigabit Ethernet controller, with the Gaming K3 featuring the latest Killer E2500 controller, while the Gaming 3 features Intel i219-V. Both boards feature just the one PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot wired to the CPU, with the second slot being electrical x4 and wired to the PCH. GIGABYTE has been traditionally generous with its onboard audio solutions, and these boards are no exception. You get a Realtek ALC1220 (120 dBA SNR) CODEC strapped to a single headphones amp circuit, ground-layer isolation, and audio-grade capacitors.
Moving slightly up the ladder is the Aorus Z370 Ultra Gaming, pictured below. You get a similar CPU VRM implementation to the Gaming K3, but with two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots (x8/x8 with both populated) wired to the CPU, for multi-GPU setups. You also get a stylish I/O shroud. Positioned above the Ultra Gaming, is the Aorus Z370 Gaming 5. This board features a stronger CPU VRM, three M.2 slots as opposed to two on the Ultra Gaming, a higher grade onboard audio with a high-grade OPAMP, more USB 3.1 ports, 802.11 ac + Bluetooth WLAN; and a full-length I/O shroud. Leading the pack (for now) is the Aorus Z370 Gaming 7. Positioned further above the Gaming 5, this board features the highest-grade onboard audio solution from GIGABYTE, with an ESS Sabre AMP; M.2 SSD heatsinks, two gigabit Ethernet interfaces (Intel + Killer), and reinforcement braces around even more slots. These boards are expected to launch on the 5th of October, 2017.
Intel Readies Higher Z390 Chipset for 2018 Launch
Sep 8th, 2017 02:56 Discuss (31 Comments)
It turns out that Z370 Express won't be the highest-end desktop motherboard chipset for Intel's 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" mainstream-desktop processors, with the company planning a higher Z390 Express chipset for the second half of 2018, according to a leaked company roadmap on 300-series chipset roll-out. Intel is launching its first Core "Coffee Lake" processors this October, along with the Z370 Express chipset. The mid-range B360 Express, H370 Express; and entry-level H310 Express chipsets could launch in Q1-2018, which is also the time when Intel launches the Q370 and Q360 chipsets for corporate desktops.
Intel Core "Coffee Lake" Desktop Processors Launch Date Revealed
Intel could launch the first wave of 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" desktop processors in the retail channel, on the 5th of October, 2017. It's also becoming ominous that with increasing core counts across the lineup, Intel is also raising prices by anywhere between 12.5 to 25 percent. For example, the Core i7-8700K, which logically succeeds the $339 Core i7-7700K, could be priced upwards of $400. The i5-8600K, which succeeds the $249 i5-7600K, could be priced a little over $300. One can expect similar price-hikes across the board for other Core i5 six-core and Core i3 quad-core SKUs.
The first wave of 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" desktop processor launches could be limited to certain overclocker-specific Core i7 and Core i5 SKUs. It is also launching just one compatible motherboard chipset option with this first wave, the Z370 Express, which supports CPU overclocking. Among the SKUs to look out for, are the top-dog Core i7-8700K six-core processor with HyperThreading enabling 12 threads, 12 MB of L3 cache; and the Core i5-8600K, which is also a six-core part but lacks HyperThreading, and comes with 9 MB of L3 cache.
MSI Z370 GODLIKE Gaming Motherboard Pictured
Here's the first picture of MSI's flagship socket LGA1151(v2) motherboard for 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" processors, the Z370 GODLIKE Gaming. The board features the latest design theme by MSI for its top-tier Enthusiast Gaming series. It will be the company's most feature-rich motherboard for the platform. Drawing power from a 6-pin PCIe power connector, besides 8-pin EPS and 24-pin ATX; the board conditions it using an 18-phase VRM. The CPU is wired to reinforced DRAM and PCI-Express slots.
The Z370 GODLIKE Gaming from MSI appears to feature a plethora of onboard overclocking controls, and top-grade connectivity, which could include Killer DoubleShot Pro networking, a staggering five M.2 slots (two of which come from a riser), the company's highest-grade next-generation onboard audio solution, a large number of USB 3.1 gen 2 ports, metallic I/O shroud elements, besides the chipset and VRM heatsinks. The board lights up like a Christmas tree with RGB LEDs all over, and features several RGB LED headers. The Z370 GODLIKE Gaming could be among the first wave of socket LGA1151(v2) motherboards by the company, which could launch a littler later in Q3-2017.
ASRock Intel Z370 Chipset Motherboards Pictured
Here are some of the first pictures of upcoming motherboards by ASRock based on Intel Z370 Express chipset, which are designed for 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" processors. Among the boards pictured, are the Z370 Killer SLI/ac, the Z370 Extreme4, the Z370 Pro4, the Z370 Taichi, the Z370M Pro4, and the Z370M-ITX/ac.
The Z370 Taichi appears to be leading the pack, with the most connectivity options, the strongest CPU VRM, etc. The Z370 Extreme4 is similar in connectivity options to the Z370 Taichi, although it's based on a different PCB. The Z370 Killer SLI/ac and Z370 Pro4 make up the entry-level of the segment. The Z370M Pro4 and the Z370M-ITX/ac, make up the micro-ATX and mini-ITX options, respectively. There still seems to be room for higher segment motherboard in ASRock's lineup. Intel is expected to launch the 8th generation Core processor desktop lineup a little later in Q3-2017.
[Pictures removed at request of ASRock]
Lists of Motherboards Based on Intel Z370 Express Chipset Surface
Aug 24th, 2017 01:00 Discuss (13 Comments)
Intel is rushing in its 8th generation Core mainstream-desktop (MSDT) processor lineup, codenamed "Coffee Lake," later within Q3-2017. The first four of these will be six-core SKUs, which while built in the "LGA1151" package, the same ones as the 7th generation "Kaby Lake" and 6th generation "Skylake," will not be compatible with motherboards based on the older 100-series and 200-series chipsets, for reasons unknown. Upcoming motherboards based on the 300-series chipset, could support not just 8th generation "Coffee Lake" processors, but also older LGA1151 processors. The chipset lineup consists of the Z370 Express, which features support for CPU overclocking and 2-way multi-GPU; and the mid-range B360 Express chipset, which could launch either in late-2017 or early-2018, alongside the first Core i3 "Coffee Lake" chips. The first wave of motherboards to go with "Coffee Lake" processors will hence be Z370-based. VideoCardz compiled a partial, but growing list of motherboards which could make up the first wave.
Intel "Coffee Lake" Platform Detailed - 24 PCIe Lanes from the Chipset
Aug 7th, 2017 02:31 Discuss (119 Comments)
Intel seems to be addressing key platform limitations with its 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" mainstream desktop platform. The first Core i7 and Core i5 "Coffee Lake" processors will launch later this year, alongside motherboards based on the Intel Z370 Express chipset. Leaked company slides detailing this chipset make an interesting revelation, that the chipset itself puts out 24 PCI-Express gen 3.0 lanes, that's not counting the 16 lanes the processor puts out for up to two PEG (PCI-Express Graphics) slots.
The PCI-Express lane budget of "Coffee Lake" platform is a huge step-up from the 8-12 general purpose lanes put out by previous-generation Intel chipsets, and will enable motherboard designers to cram their products with multiple M.2 and U.2 storage options, besides bandwidth-heavy onboard devices such as additional USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt controllers. The chipset itself integrates a multitude of bandwidth-hungry connectivity options. It integrates a 10-port USB 3.1 controller, from which six ports run at 10 Gbps, and four at 5 Gbps.
Intel Rushes in a Six-core Mainstream Desktop Processor by September
Jun 6th, 2017 00:14 Discuss (68 Comments)
With AMD Ryzen 5 six-core and Ryzen 7 eight-core chips having blunt the edge of the $329 Core i7-7700K, the upper-end of Intel's mainstream desktop processor line-up has lost competitiveness to Intel's bean-counters. The company is readying a new mainstream-desktop platform, which in all likelihood, heralds a new socket, and the new Z370 Express chipset.
Intel plans to launch this platform by August-September (before Q4 sets in), and it has one big difference - a new six-core part, based on the 8th generation Core "Coffee Lake" silicon. Built on a refined 14 nm process, the 6-core "Coffee Lake" chip could feature its TDP rating around the 95W mark for the "K" (multiplier unlocked) part. Quad-core parts could also be carved out of this silicon, with their TDP rated at 65W for the non-K (multiplier-locked) parts. AMD Ryzen 7 1700 eight-core chip with unlocked multipler is rated at 65W. Intel will follow up on its first-wave of "Coffee Lake" chips with additional quad-core and dual-core parts in Q1-2018, besides other 300-series chipsets (likely the H370 and B350).
Intel to Accelerate Basin Falls Unveil, Coffee Lake Launch
Apr 19th, 2017 08:49 Discuss (66 Comments)
According to DigiTimes, sources among Taiwan-based PC vendors have indicated that Intel's upcoming Basin Falls platform, which includes Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X processors on a new X299 chipset, will be unveiled at Computex 2017 (May 30th, June 3rd), in Taipei - two months earlier than expected. This move comes accompanied by an accelerated launch of the Coffee Lake microarchitecture, which still uses the 14 nm process, to August 2017 from an initial January 2018 launch. If true, this is big in a number of ways - that Intel would bring forward a product launch 4 months has some interesting implications - or at least, confirmations.
Remember that Coffee Lake is supposed to carry an increased number of cores in its mainstream designs. And we all know how Intel's line-up has almost been torn apart by Ryzen's aggressive core and thread-count, with AMD offering more cores and threads than Intel at virtually all price-points. And even if an argument is made regarding Intel's better gaming performance, that's one scenario out of many. Future proofing, professional work, multimedia, all of these assert AMD's dominance in a pure price-performance ratio. I, for one, would gladly give up some FPS in some games and accept an increased number of cores than go the other way around (especially with AMD's platform support and the number of patches that have increased game performance on Ryzen CPUs.)


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The following sections of this report for the Monahan Drain catchment are a compilation of that work.
Surface water quality conditions in the Monahan Drain catchment are monitored by the City of Ottawa's Baseline Water Quality Monitoring Program. This program provides information on the condition of Ottawa's surface water resources; data is collected for multiple parameters including nutrients (total phosphorus, total Kjeldahl nitrogen and ammonia), E. coli, metals (like aluminum and copper) and additional chemical/physical parameters (such as alkalinity, chlorides, pH and total suspended solids). The locations of monitoring sites are shown in Figure 2 and Table 1.
The RVCA's water quality rating for the Monahan Drain sites (CK68-01 and CK68-03) are "POOR" (Table 1) as determined by the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME) Water Quality Index. A "POOR" rating indicates that water quality is frequently threatened or impaired; conditions often depart from natural or desirable levels. Each parameter is evaluated against established guidelines to determine water quality conditions. Those parameters that frequently exceed guidelines are presented below. Table 1 shows the overall rating for the monitored surface water quality sites within the Monahan Drain catchment and Table 2 outlines the Water Quality Index (WQI) scores and their corresponding ratings.
There are two monitored water quality sites on the Monahan Drain in this catchment (CK68-01 and CK68-03, Figure 2). There is limited data prior to 2010, therefore only data from the 2010-2015 period will be presented in the following. Water quality scores at both sites is reported as "Poor" (Table 1). The scores at these sites are largely influenced by frequent high nutrient concentrations, bacterial pollution, occasional metal exceedances and elevated chloride levels. For more information on the CCME WQI, please see the Jock River Subwatershed Report.
The majority of samples at site CK68-01 were above the TP guideline in the 2010-2015 monitoring period. There were no samples below the guideline (Figure 3) and the average concentration was 0.108 mg/l.
TKN concentrations show that the bulk of results exceeded the guideline (Figure 4); there were few samples (two percent) in the 2010-2015 period. The average concentration was elevated at 0.851 mg/l (Table 4).
In the 2010-2015 reporting period only 10 percent of NH3 results were below the guideline with an average concentration of 0.227 mg/l (Figure 5, Table 5).
Elevated TP results were also common occurrence at site CK68-03. There were no TP results below the guideline in the 2010-2015 period (Figure 3). The average TP concentration was well above the PWQO guideline at 0.140 mg/l (Table 3).
Similar to TP results, all samples analyzed for TKN have exceeded the guideline (Figure 4). The average concentration was 1.115 mg/l (Table 4).
The results for NH3 indicate that exceedances were common. Twelve percent of samples were below the guideline in the 2010-2015 period (Figure 5). The average NH3 concentration was 0.399 mg/l (Table 5).
Nutrient enrichment is a feature in the monitored portions of the Monahan Drain. Overall, average nutrient concentrations are very high with very few results below established guidelines. All parameters (total phosphorus, total Kjeldahl nitrogen and ammonia) are above guidelines at each site. Elevated nutrients may result in nutrient loading to the Jock River. High nutrient concentrations can help stimulate the growth of algae blooms and other aquatic vegetation in a waterbody and deplete oxygen levels as the vegetation dies off. Best management practices such as minimizing storm water runoff, enhanced shoreline buffers, preventing fertilizer runoff and restricting cattle access in upstream agricultural areas can help to reduce nutrient enrichment in the Jock River.
Table 6 summarizes the geometric mean for the monitored sites on the Jock River within the Barrhaven catchment and shows the proportion of samples that meet the E. coli guideline of 100 CFU/100 ml. The results of the geometric mean with respect to the guideline is shown in Figure 6.
E. coli counts at site CK68-01 indicate bacterial pollution at this site is common, the majority of results exceeded the PWQO with 43 percent of samples below the guideline (Figure 6). The count at the geometric mean was 125 CFU/100ml (Table 6).
Elevated E. coli counts at site CK68-03 were also a regular occurrence. The majority of samples (51 percent) were below the guideline (Figure 6). The geometric mean was just above the PWQO at 101 CFU/100ml (Table 6).
Bacterial pollution appears to be a significant concern in Monahan Drain. Both sites (CK68-01 and CK68-03) have regular exceedances and counts at the geometric mean are above the guideline of 100 CFU/100ml. Best management practices such as restricting livestock assess and minimizing runoff should be employed wherever possible to protect water quality conditions in this tributary and downstream impacts on the Jock River.
Of the metals routinely monitored in the Monahan Drain, aluminum (Al) regularly reported concentrations above the respective PWQO. In elevated concentrations, these metals can have toxic effects on sensitive aquatic species.
Table 7 summarize metal concentrations at sites CK68-01 and CK68-03, and show the proportion of samples that meet guidelines. Figure 7 shows Al concentration with respect to the guideline of 0.075 mg/l for 2010-2015 period.
The average Al concentration at site CK68-01 exceeded the guideline, only 20 percent of result were below the guideline (Figure 7). The average concentration was also elevated at 0.306 mg/l (Table 7).
Results from site show elevated Al concentrations are also a concern further upstream. Only 34 percent of samples were below the guideline (Figure 7). The average concentration of Al was 0.385 mg/l (Table 7).
In the Monahan Drain catchment aluminum concentrations have increased at both sites, CK68-01 and CK68-03. Increased concentrations appear to be more common during the spring and fall and therefore may be due to increased runoff from rainfall/meltwater. Efforts should continue to be made to identify pollution sources and implement best management practices to reduce any inputs such as storm water runoff, metal alloys from vehicle traffic, fungicides and pesticides to improve overall stream health and lessen downstream impacts.
Chloride is a naturally occurring component of surface water. However, it has been shown to an indicator of increasing urbanization due to runoff from road salt application and can impact sensitive aquatic species. Of all the sites monitored in the Jock River subwatershed the two sites on the Monahan Drain were the only locations that had the majority of samples above the chloride guideline of 120 mg/l.
The average chloride concentration at site CK68-01 was below the guideline at 0.094 mg/l. Though overall the concentration met the objective only 29 percent of result were below the guideline (Figure 8). The average concentration was also elevated at 0.306 mg/l (Table 8).
Results from site show elevated chloride concentrations are also a concern further upstream. Only 22 percent of samples were below the guideline (Figure 8). The average concentration was 0.099 mg/l (Table 7).
In the Monahan Drain catchment there is evidence of elevated chloride concentrations at both sites CK68-01 and CK68-03. The concentrations tend to be elevated regardless of the season, (please note the result for January in Figure 8 is based on a single sample value). As this is a highly altered feature in a agricultural area, it is likely to be impacted by local land uses. Further investigation is perhaps warranted to see if the outflow has an impact on the Jock River.
Many factors can influence fluctuations in stream temperature, including springs, tributaries, precipitation runoff, discharge pipes and stream shading from riparian vegetation. Water temperature is used along with the maximum air temperature (using the Stoneman and Jones method) to classify a watercourse as either warm water, cool water or cold water. Figure 9 shows where the thermal sampling site was located on Monahan Drain. Analysis of the data collected indicates that Monahan Drain is classified as a warm water system (Figure 10).
Figure 10 Temperature logger data for the site location on Monahan Drain.
Groundwater discharge areas can influence stream temperature, contribute nutrients, and provide important stream habitat for fish and other biota. During stream surveys, indicators of groundwater discharge are noted when observed. Indicators include: springs/seeps, watercress, iron staining, significant temperature change and rainbow mineral film. Figure 11 shows areas where one or more of the above groundwater indicators were observed during the headwater assessments.
The Monahan Drain catchment is classified as a mixed community of warm and cool water recreational and baitfish fishery with 23 species observed. Figure 12 shows the sampling locations in the Monahan Drain catchment.
The RVCA Stream Characterization program assessed Headwater Drainage Features for the Jock River subwatershed in 2015. This protocol measures zero, first and second order headwater drainage features (HDF). It is a rapid assessment method characterizing the amount of water, sediment transport, and storage capacity within headwater drainage features (HDF). RVCA is working with other Conservation Authorities and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to implement the protocol with the goal of providing standard datasets to support science development and monitoring of headwater drainage features. An HDF is a depression in the land that conveys surface flow. Additionally, this module provides a means of characterizing the connectivity, form and unique features associated with each HDF (OSAP Protocol, 2013). In 2015 the program sampled 13 sites at road crossings in the Monahan Drain catchment area (Figure 13).
The headwater sampling protocol assesses the feature type in order to understand the function of each feature. The evaluation includes the following classifications: defined natural channel, channelized or constrained, multi-thread, no defined feature, tiled, wetland, swale, roadside ditch and pond outlet. By assessing the values associated with the headwater drainage features in the catchment area we can understand the ecosystem services that they provide to the watershed in the form of hydrology, sediment transport, and aquatic and terrestrial functions. Six features were classified as having been channelized, 3 features were roadside ditches, one wetland which was an online stormwater pond/constructed wetland and two features were identified as natural. Figure 14 shows the feature type of the primary feature at the sampling locations.
The observed flow condition within headwater drainage features can be highly variable depending on timing relative to the spring freshet, recent rainfall, soil moisture, etc. Flow conditions are assessed in the spring and in the summer to determine if features are perennial and flow year round, if they are intermittent and dry up during the summer months or if they are ephemeral systems that do not flow regularly and generally respond to specific rainstorm events or snowmelt. Flow conditions in headwater systems can change from year to year depending on local precipitation patterns. Figure 15 shows the observed flow conditions at the sampling locations in the Monahan Drain catchment in 2015.
The majority of the headwater drainage features in the Monahan catchment are classified as municipal drains and have been historically created and or modified natural systems. Channel modifications were assessed at each headwater drainage feature sampling location. Modifications include dredging, channel hardening and mixed modifications. The Monahan Drain catchment area had one feature which was classified as being hardened, seven classified as dredged and four were identified as having mixed modifications. Figure 16 shows the channel modifications observed at the sampling locations for Monahan Drain.
Headwater feature vegetation evaluates the type of vegetation that is found within the drainage feature. The type of vegetated within the channel influences the aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem values that the feature provides. For some types of headwater features the vegetation within the feature plays a very important role in flow and sediment movement and provides fish and wildlife habitat. The following classifications are evaluated no vegetation, lawn, wetland, meadow, scrubland and forest. The features assessed in the Monahan Drain catchment were classified as being dominated by wetland and meadow vegetation. Three features were classified as having no vegetation within the channel. Figure 17 depicts the dominant vegetation observed at the sampled headwater sites in the Monahan Drain catchment.
Headwater riparian vegetation evaluates the type of vegetation that is found along the adjacent lands of a headwater drainage feature. The type of vegetation within the riparian corridor influences the aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem values that the feature provides to the watershed. Four sample locations in Monahan Drain were dominated by natural vegetation in the form of scrubland and meadow vegetation. Nine sample locations were dominated by other forms of vegetation of either crops or ornamental grasses. Figure 18 depicts the type of riparian vegetation observed at the sampled headwater sites in the Monahan Drain catchment.
Assessing the amount of recent sediment deposited in a channel provides an index of the degree to which the feature could be transporting sediment to downstream reaches (OSAP, 2013). Evidence of excessive sediment deposition might indicate the requirement to follow up with more detailed targeted assessments upstream of the site location to identify potential best management practices to be implemented. Conditions ranged from no deposition observed to extensive deposition recorded. Figure 19 depicts the degree of sediment deposition observed at the sampled headwater sites in the Monahan Drain catchment.
Feature roughness will provide a measure of the amount of materials within the bankfull channel that could slow down the velocity of water flowing within the headwater feature (OSAP, 2013). Materials on the channel bottom that provide roughness include vegetation, woody debris and boulders/cobble substrates. Roughness can provide benefits in mitigating downstream erosion on the headwater drainage feature and the receiving watercourse by reducing velocities. Roughness also provides important habitat conditions for aquatic organisms. The sample locations in the Monahan Drain catchment area ranged from minimal to extreme roughness conditions. Figure 20 shows the feature roughness conditions at the sampling locations in the Monahan Drain catchment.
The RVCA and its partners are working to protect and enhance environmental conditions in the Jock River Subwatershed. Figure 25 shows the location of all stewardship projects completed in the Monahan Drain catchment along with sites identified for potential shoreline restoration.
From 2010 to 2015, two clean water diversions, one windbreak buffer, one well decommissioning and one manure storage/wastewater runoff project were completed. Between 2004 and 2009, two septic system replacements, one well decommissioning, one well replacement and one well upgrade were completed. Prior to 2004, five crop residue projects and one livestock fencing were completed. Total value of all 16 projects is $336,954 with $34,463 of that amount funded through grant dollars from the RVCA.
The location of RVCA tree planting projects is shown in Figure 25. From 2010 to 2015, 13,350 trees were planted at two sites. Between 2004 and 2009, 6000 trees were planted at three sites. No trees were planted in the catchment prior to 2004, In total, 19,350 trees were planted, resulting in the reforestation of 10 hectares. Total value of all five projects is $100,739 with $34,607 of that amount coming from various fundraising sources.
With the assistance of the RVCA's Shoreline Naturalization Program, 234 trees and shrubs were planted to create a 77 metre long shoreline buffer along the Monahan Drain at a total project value of $4,004.
The Monahan Drain catchment covers 45 square kilometres with 1 square kilometre (or two percent) of the drainage area being within the regulation limit of Ontario Regulation 174/06 (Figure 26), giving protection to wetland areas and river or stream valleys that are affected by flooding and erosion hazards.
Wetlands occupy 12.5 ha. (or less than one percent) of the catchment, all of which are designated as provincially significant and included within the RVCA regulation limit.
Of the 97.2 kilometres of stream in the catchment, regulation limit mapping has been plotted along 4.2 kilometers of streams (representing four percent of all streams in the catchment). Plotting of the regulation limit on the remaining 93 km (or 96 percent) of streams requires identification of flood and erosion hazards and valley systems.
Within those areas of the Monahan Drain catchment subject to the RVCA regulation (limit), efforts (have been made and) continue through RVCA planning and regulations input and review to manage the impact of development (and other land management practices) in areas where "natural hazards" are associated with rivers, streams, valley lands and wetlands. Additionally, in the rapidly urbanizing areas of Kanata South within the Monahan Drain catchment , significant effort is made through land use planning and development control processes and carefully planned stormwater management systems, initially guided by master drainage planning and integrated subwatershed planning, to meet the natural heritage and natural hazards policies presented in the City of Ottawa Official Plan. Also, within areas beyond the regulation limit, protection of the catchment's watercourses is provided through the "alteration to waterways" provision of the regulation.


Are you looking for a beach vacation but you want to stay in the state? Put your feet in the sand at Ocean Shores, a lovely and cozy beach community on the Washington coastline. Seniors can enjoy long walks among surfers, sand-castle builders, kite-fliers, and sun bathers. This slow paced community has nearly something for every type of traveler.
Only a scenic 2-hour drive from Tacoma, Ocean Shores is a great weekend (or weekday) getaway. There are many options for lodging along the beachfront (we recommend a room facing the water!). Food choices are plentiful, as well as entertainment (there is even a Casino nearby).
There are a number of events held in Ocean Shores over the summer months. While some events happen nearly every weekend (Summerfest at Oyhut Bay and the Ocean Shores Beach Blast), other notable events, such as the Sand and Sawdust Festival, draw larger crowds periodically throughout the summer. If you do visit Ocean Shores and you can't make it to a festival or event, make sure you watch the sunset over the horizon – it is a beautiful sight to see.
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West End's first blue plaque unveiled
by Ray Turner • April 15, 2012
Captain Rostron's former home in West End is proudly displaying a blue plaque this evening. The plaque was unveiled at 2:28pm, exactly 100 years and 12 hours after the sinking of the Titanic. History records that Captain Rostron, the Captain of the RMS Carpathia, and the crew of his ship changed course and at some…
Heroic rescuers of Titanic survivors remembered
The old burial ground in West End was on the world stage this morning, as West End Local History Society hosted a wreath laying ceremony on the grave of Sir Arthur Henry Rostron, KBE, RD, RNR, the Captain of the RMS Carpathia, on the centenary of his actions that rescued 706 survivors from the Titanic.…
Titanic centenary gets underway…
by Ray Turner • April 1, 2012
As the centenary of the the Titanic's ill-fated maiden voyage approaches, Eastleigh is busy exploring its connections with the ship. A season of events centred on the Berry Theatre in Hedge End, but getting out & about across the Borough, is looking at some of the stories behind the story of the Titanic. Already revealed…
Places available on disabled gardening project
by Ray Turner • February 14, 2012
A community allotment project is hoping to help more disabled people benefit from growing their own fruit and vegetables. Thrive is a small national charity which offers training and practical solutions, so that anyone with a disability can take part in, benefit from and enjoy gardening. Their Growing 4 Life project aims to cater for people…
Rose Bowl decision 'too hasty'
by Stephen Slominski • January 16, 2012
Eastleigh Council have been accused of 'steamrollering through' their decision to purchase the Rose Bowl cricket stadium for £6.5 million. John Martin, a West End resident and Ukip activist challenged a poorly attended meeting of the performance and policy panel last Wednesday over the haste the council had shown in pursuing the proposed deal. Mr Martin was…
by Stephen Slominski • December 16, 2011
Eastleigh Council's cabinet may have set a national record tonight for the fastest ever council meeting after the cabinet opened and closed its session within a minute with no debate. The meeting which opened at 6.30pm was declared closed at 6.31 after the cabinet voted to pass on the decision on a £36 million Rose Bowl land…
Council to decide Rose Bowl fate tonight
Eastleigh Councillors will decide tonight whether to use £6 million worth of taxpayers' money to buy the Rose Bowl cricket ground and fund the building of a £30 million Hotel . This follows Tuesdays special meeting of the Resources Scrutiny Committee who gave the scheme a 'thumbs up' despite warnings from Vice Chair John Caldwell…
Rose Bowl could go bust say Echo
by Stephen Slominski • November 23, 2011
West End's Rose Bowl cricket ground has been on the verge of going bust says The Daily Echo. Echo Chief Reporter Julian Robinson claims to have had sight of a top secret report from Eastleigh council finance boss Nick Tustian which states that the cricket ground was in danger of going into administration earlier this…
Test Cricket comes to Rose Bowl
by Stephen Slominski • June 16, 2011
The Borough of Eastleigh is set to stage an historic 'first ever' south coast Test Match when England entertains Sri Lanka at the Rose Bowl starting today. The Rose Bowl, which is situated at West End in the heart of the borough, is set to welcome tens of thousands of cricket fans over five days…
Car window smashed for Ipod
by Stephen Slominski • February 10, 2011
Hedge End police have released an e-fit image of a youth they would like to speak to in connection with a theft from a motor vehicle in West End. The incident occurred at around 12.15pm on Tuesday, February 1 in Ingersley Rise, West End. A front window of a Vauxhall Corsa was smashed and an…
Council to fork out £45k for roundabout sculpture
by Stephen Slominski • January 6, 2011
Eastleigh council are searching for an artist to provide artwork on a local roundabout. There is £45,000 available to provide a piece of public art for the mini roundabout on Marshall Drive, West End, which is the access road for the Rose Bowl Cricket ground. There is already an existing artwork at the junction of…
Police Hunt Racist Yob
Hedge End police are hunting a yob who racially abused staff at the 'Hong Kong Chef' in Townhill Way, West End. The incident occurred between 10.10pm and 10.20 pm on Saturday, December 11. The youth entered the takeaway and was abusive towards staff and was asked to leave. While being ejected he assaulted one member…
Borough Burglary Roundup
by Stephen Slominski • November 9, 2010
Despite the police's recent success in securing burglary convictions light fingered housebreakers continue to inflict misery on Eastleigh residents. A large LCD television and a laptop were among items stolen recently in burglaries across the Borough. A house in Lakewood road Chandlers Ford was broken into between 11am and 3pm.Thursday November 4th. Around £10,000 worth of value items…
Fag sellers get underage warning
by Stephen Slominski • July 22, 2010
Officers from Hampshire County Council Trading Standards say they are disappointed that an operation to clamp down on underage sales from cigarette vending machines has revealed a 75% failure rate. In a sting operation last week a 15 year old volunteer visited four premises in Eastleigh, West End and Fair Oak, which resulted in three out of…
Hotel failures jump 61%
by Stephen Slominski • May 3, 2010
The number of hotel firms going bust jumped last year by 61%, accountancy firm Wilkins Kennedy has said as the benefits of the weak pound and the 'staycation' summer were offset by the slump in business travel. Hotel chains to go under last year included McKever Hotels, Folio, the Real Hotel Group, Comfort Inn, Quality…

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The Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC) has achieved something remarkable in North Carolina: they have organized and won union contracts improving wages and working conditions for nearly 5,000 North Carolina farmworkers. This is remarkable because right-to-work North and South Carolina have the lowest union membership rates in the United States (roughly 3%). It's remarkable because farmworkers don't enjoy the legal protections of the National Labor Relations Act. Most of all it is remarkable because these union members are vulnerable guest workers from Mexico, in the United States at the pleasure of their employers.
In 2017, North Carolina state legislators moved to shut it all down.
In last-minute amendments to the state's 2017 Farm Act, anti-union legislators inserted language prohibiting "dues checkoff," the method most union members use to pay their dues. In a typical union workplace, new employees sign an authorization form permitting the employer to deduct their union dues from their paycheck, much the way they would authorize a payroll deduction for a 401k retirement plan or other employee benefit. The workers covered by FLOC contracts are spread across more than 500 farms in the state – in the absence of dues checkoff, FLOC's small staff would have to set aside their real job of representing their members and instead spend all their time making site visits to collect dues.
The union and its allies have filed suit in federal court, arguing that the new law violates the farmworkers' constitutional rights. If farmworkers want FLOC to be their voice on the job, authorizing dues deduction is an exercise of free speech. The law also arguably discriminates against workers based on their ethnicity (virtually all the affected workers are Latino) and immigration status (virtually all the affected workers are H2A visa holders).
The law is not currently being enforced, as this September the US Magistrate granted a preliminary injunction to preserve the farmworkers' union representation while the litigation proceeds. The Catholic Labor Network will keep you informed as the case develops.
Over the past two months, hotel workers in our nation's major metropolitan areas have walked out of Marriott hotels in a nationwide strike. As of October 8, nearly 8,000 members of the hotel workers' union UNITE HERE were on the picket lines in Boston, Detroit, Honolulu, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area. What do they want? Well, it's simple really. They are tired of working multiple jobs to earn enough to support their families. Their placards say it all: One Job Should Be Enough.
As part of last month's Labor Day coverage, CNA reporter Kevin Jones interviewed Catholic Labor Network spiritual moderator Fr. Sinclair Oubre about what makes labor unions a Catholic cause.
Sinclair recalled how Catholic workers played no small role in creating the modern American labor movement in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. "They took to heart our Catholic social teaching, and tried to implement it in their workplace." But today there seemed to be a disconnect between Catholics and organized labor.
Like in so many areas of our faith, the heresy of radical individualism, a lack of knowledge about why unions were formed, and a general ignorance of what options workers have, have led to many Catholics to either not realize that the Church has favored workers' associations, or that the Church even has a teaching that has to do with the workplace.
In a dramatic win for workers' rights, Missouri voters rejected a law aimed at crippling labor unions by a lopsided 2-1 margin in an August referendum.
Though called "right-to-work" by supporters, these laws do not in fact create a right to a job. Rather, they create a "right" to be a free rider, to enjoy union wages and benefits while one's co-workers carry the freight by paying their dues. "Right-to-work" laws undermine solidarity among workers, tilting the balance toward employers at the bargaining table.
In 2017 Missouri legislators – saying that they wanted to make the state a more inviting target for business investment – passed a "right-to-work" bill, which was duly signed into law by the governor. NOT SO FAST, responded Missouri's working families. Missouri union members fanned out across the state, telling their friends and neighbors what "right-to-work" was all about and collecting 300,000 signatures to put the question to a voter referendum.


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Scrabble adds LGBTQ words like 'transphobia' & 'genderqueer' to its official word list
Scrabble players can now - and they will - use the gender-neutral pronoun "ze."
By Alex Bollinger Thursday, May 2, 2019
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Scrabble announced that several new LGBTQ words are being added to their official word list.
2,862 words are being added to the 270,000-word dictionary. They include "genderqueer," "agender," "transperson," "cisgender," "misgender," and "transphobia."
Now, those words are all good, but hardcore Scrabble players are probably more interested the gender-neutral pronoun "ze" being added to the dictionary. Two-letter words that use unusual letters have a lot of strategic value, and Scrabble players all around the country will now be memorizing a nonbinary pronoun and seeing it regularly.
Related: Merriam-Webster adds words about transgender people to dictionary
Quite a few other words were added to Collins' Official Scrabble Words to reflect our changing vocabulary, including many used to describe and analyze misogyny. "Incel," "mansplaining," and "upskirting" were just added.
Slang words like "bae" and "yowza" were added as well.
The word list also finally gave official approval to two other two-letter words: "OK" and "ew."
Collins' Official Scrabble Words, LGBTQ vocabulary, Scrabble, Scrabble dictionary, Transgender
Trump admin issues rule that gives healthcare workers right to discriminate against LGBTQ people
Time Magazine dubs Pete & Chasten Buttigieg the 'First Family' on cover
Is 'Closet Station' closing up? A look at a college's newly found tolerance
10 years ago, Texas A&M was one of the pinnacle anti-LGBTQ universities in the country. A decade later, some of the changes described by the students will surprise you.
"The L Word: Generation Q" has already been picked up for a second season
The first season of isn't even finished airing, but it's already been snagged for a 10-episode second season run.
American women are more prejudiced than men against lesbians
Worldwide, people generally liked lesbians more than gay men.
A major make-up exec fired his own sister for making transphobic comments about NikkieTutorials
"I am truly shocked and disgusted to my core at her recent actions," he said in a statement about his sister.
This woman's primal howl after the funeral of a teen who died by suicide is a challenge to the dark
"While no one can ever know all of the factors that contribute to someone's decision to end their own life, I know that social rejection and cruelty towards gender diverse children played a major role in this profound tragedy."
Major Instagram & YouTube celebrity comes out as transgender after blackmail threat
"Damn, it feels good to finally do it. It is time to let go and be truly free," Nikkie De Jager told her followers.
Quentin Tarantino says he owes his career to the "Golden Girls"
The director says a small role on the Golden Girls allowed him to finish his first big hit, "Reservoir Dogs."
The "Bad Wig Bandit" has robbed three North Carolina banks & the FBI can't find them
While their wigs are laughably bad, conflating trans and non-binary people with criminals is dead serious.
Actor DJ Qualls comes out as gay
The "Road Trip" and "Breaking Bad" actor tweeted that he was "tired of worrying about what it would do to my career."


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Alaguettsada adviser to Prime Minister revealed the appearance of Mohammed Saleh, Sunday, that one of the reasons for the high dollar prices back to Article 50 of the current budget, which identified the central bank to sell less than 75 million dollars a day in the auction law.
Saleh said L / scales News / "After identifying the auction of certain quantities of operations led dollar selling to the emergence of a new market for the sale of a parallel dollar auction a controlling operations selling currency based on false rumors to raise prices and make a speculation in the market," he said, adding that he "must The government must develop treatments for this article, which restricted the work of the Bank and led to the rise in dollar prices during the last term. "
Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister and the likely decline in the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar, stressing that "the government will take measures to address the situation in coordination with the Central Bank."
The "Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi called for the central bank to control the Iraqi dinar exchange rate against foreign currencies."
The "Economic Committee in the House of Representatives has attributed the rise in the dollar exchange rate to the total effects of the decisions taken by the Central Bank during the past few days to support economic development,"
Economic Adviser to the servants, high dollar prices because of Article 50 of the Budget
BAGHDAD / Source News / .. Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister revealed the appearance of Mohammed Saleh, Sunday, that one of the reasons for the high dollar prices back to Article 50 of the current budget, which identified the central bank to sell less than 75 million dollars a day in the auction law.
Saleh said in an interview I followed Agency / Source News / "After identifying the auction of certain quantities of operations led dollar selling to the emergence of a new market for the sale of a parallel dollar auction a controlling operations selling currency based on false rumors to raise prices and make a speculation in the market," he said, adding "It should be on the government to put processors for this article, which restricted the work of the Bank and led to higher dollar prices during the last term."
Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister and the likely "Undo the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar," stressing that "the government will take measures to address the situation in coordination with the Central Bank."
The Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi called for the central bank to control the Iraqi dinar exchange rate against the currencies


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The NBA league consists of 30 teams that are split into two separate conferences:
The Eastern Conference
The Western Conference
Each conference has three divisions. Each division consists of five teams. The Florida based squads fall under the Southeast division in the Eastern Conference.
The regular season takes place from October to April. Every team plays a total of 82 matches. Playoffs start in April and continue until June.
Two NBA teams calls Florida their home. These teams are Miami Heat and Orlando Magic. Their fierce competition is known as the Sunshine State rivalry.
These two teams met in the playoffs for the first time in 1997, with Orlando Magic winning the series. They have never met in the playoffs since.
Miami Heat began playing in the NBA in 1988 under the coaching of Pat Riley. Riley is now known as one of the best NBA coaches of all time, and later was taken over by Eric Spoelstra while Riley stayed on as the team's President and General Manager.
The Heat, the teams' original name, did not do very well when they started. They reached the playoffs twice in the first eight years of being in the NBA.
Much has changed since the Heat started. They've become a powerhouse team that we recognize today. The Miami Heat have been one of the top NBA teams for years and have won the NBA Championship three times.
Over the years, Miami Heat has been home to basketball legends like Lebron James, Shaquille O'Neal, Dwayne Wade, and Lamar Odon, and have made it to 17 NBA playoffs.
Florida sportsbooks usually offers very good betting options on the local teams in the sunshine state.
Meet the Miami Heat Team
Going into the 2022 season Miami Heat has seen a lot of new additions as well as some losses.
Jimmy Butler joined the team a few years after Heat traded Josh Richardson to Philadelphia as well as acquiring Meyers Leonard after trading Hassan Whiteside to Portland.
Young talent on the team includes Tyler Herro (22) who were new to the Miami squad a few seasons ago but show immense potential and talent already.
The 2022 – 2023 Miami Heat roster is as follows:
NAME & number
Bam Adebayo 13 C 25 6′ 9″ 255 lbs $30,351,000
Jimmy Butler 22 SF 33 6′ 7″ 230 lbs $37,653,000
Jamal Cain 8 F 23 6′ 7″ 191 lbs —
Dewayne Dedmon 21 C 33 7′ 0″ 245 lbs $4,700,000
Udonis Haslem 40 PF 42 6′ 8″ 235 lbs $1,836,000
Tyler Herro 14 PG 22 6′ 5″ 195 lbs $5,722,000
Haywood Highsmith 24 F 25 6′ 7″ 220 lbs $1,752,000
Nikola Jovic 5 F 19 6′ 11″ 223 lbs $2,239,000
Kyle Lowry 7 PG 36 6′ 0″ 196 lbs $28,333,000
Caleb Martin 16 SF 27 6′ 5″ 205 lbs $6,479,000
Victor Oladipo 4 SG 30 6′ 4″ 213 lbs $8,750,000
Duncan Robinson 55 SG 28 6′ 7″ 215 lbs $16,902,000
Dru Smith 9 G 24 6′ 3″ 203 lbs —
Max Strus 31 SG 26 6′ 5″ 215 lbs $1,815,000
Gabe Vincent 2 PG 26 6′ 3″ 200 lbs $1,815,000
Omer Yurtseven 77 C 24 6′ 11″ 255 lbs $1,752,000
Orlando Magic began alongside Miami Heat in 1989. The team started slow, losing most of the games up until 1992 when Shaquille O'Neal was selected to join the team.
They have made it to the playoffs 15 times since its inception. Orlando Magic reached the playoff finals twice – once in 1995 and again in 2009.
Orlando Magic has seen some notable all-stars play for their team, including Shaquille O'Neal and Dwight Howard.
In the 1993 – 1994 NBA season Orlando Magic qualified for the playoffs for the first time, and then again the following year ('94-'95), mostly due to O'Neal who brought the team to an extra 20 wins from the past seasons.
After the '95 – '96 season, Magic lost O'Neal to the Los Angeles Lakers and then suffered a huge loss in the '03 – '04 season causing them to fall to the very bottom of the league.
Dwight Howard was drafted years later, who along with Rashard Lewis and Hedo Turkoglu, took the team to the NBA Championship playoffs in '07 – '08, and then into the finals the following year.
Throughout the seasons Orlando Magic saw highs and lows but hit their lowest point in the '12 – '13 season when the team finished last five times in a row.
Steve Clifford was appointed as the new head coach for Magic in 2018 after coaching the Hornets. He led them to the playoffs in 2019.
Meet the Orlando Magic Team
2018-19 season was a big one for the Orlando Magic team as they made NBA playoffs for the first time in 7 years. Thanks to all-star player Nikola Vucevic, and head coach Steve Clifford, the team has seen recent great success.
However, after making the playoffs two years in a row, they haven't got a playoff spot in the last two seasons.
Other notable players include Jonathan Isaac and Aaron Gordon, both talented young players getting ready to hit their stride.
The 2022-2023 Orlando Magic roster is as follows:
Name and number
Cole Anthony 50 PG 22 6′ 3″ 185 lbs $3,613,680
Mo Bamba 11 C 24 7′ 0″ 231 lbs $10,300,000
Paolo Banchero 5 PF 19 6′ 10″ 250 lbs $11,055,120
Bol Bol 10 C 22 7′ 2″ 220 lbs $2,200,000
Wendell Carter Jr. 34 C 23 6′ 10″ 270 lbs $14,150,000
Markelle Fultz 20 PG 24 6′ 4″ 209 lbs $16,500,000
R.J. Hampton 13 PG 21 6′ 6″ 190 lbs $2,412,840
Gary Harris 14 SG 28 6′ 4″ 210 lbs $13,000,000
Kevon Harris 7 G 25 6′ 6″ 216 lbs —
Caleb Houstan 2 F 19 6′ 8″ 205 lbs $2,000,000
Jonathan Isaac 1 PF 25 6′ 10″ 230 lbs $17,400,000
Chuma Okeke 3 PF 24 6′ 6″ 229 lbs $3,433,320
Terrence Ross 31 SG 31 6′ 6″ 206 lbs $11,500,000
Admiral Schofield 25 SF 25 6′ 5″ 241 lbs —
Jalen Suggs 4 SG 21 6′ 5″ 205 lbs $6,922,320
Franz Wagner 22 SF 21 6′ 10″ 220 lbs $5,258,280
Moritz Wagner 21 C 25 6′ 11″ 245 lbs $1,878,720
The playoffs are the destination to aim for during the regular season. This is where the best teams meet in an attempt to reach the playoff finals and lift the coveted Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy.
The playoffs consist of the top eight teams from each conference and take place in a tournament format. This format consists of two sides who meet and play a "best of seven" series.
The winner of the series moves onto the next round. Until finally, in June, the top two teams play in the playoff finals. Again, in the "best of seven" format.
The Boston Celtics have won the playoff finals a record 17 times, the same amount as the Los Angeles Lakers. So it is a hard battle between those teams regarding who can call themself the best team in NBA history.
NBA Playoff Brackets:
Stage Round Team Match-Up
Quarter-Finals Round 1 First seed vs. Eight seed Second seed vs. Seventh seed Third seed vs. Sixth seed Fourth seed vs. Fifth seed
Semi-Finals Round 2 1-8 vs. 4-5 winners 2-7 vs. 3-6 winners
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If you only base your bets on the history of a team, then the Boston Celtics and LA Lakers are the most attractive teams to wager on. They have both won the most NBA playoff final wins – seventeen wins in total.
But, this wouldn't be a sound betting strategy as these titles from Boston Celtics took place decades ago, with the most recent win being in 2008. LA Lakers, however, won a few years ago and they have managed to win a lot NBA championships after the year of 2000.
Picking a team with a fantastic history is a great way to find the best teams. But, it shouldn't be your sole criterion when choosing the next potential championship winner.
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The mindset of the team not only improves but the intimidation towards other sides increases. In the NBA, there is nothing more lethal than a team playing a mind game as well as great basketball.
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You can see this clearly in the Golden State Warriors. They've won the championship six times, with their most recent wins in 2015, 2017, and 2018. They were runners up in 2016 and 2019. This means the Warriors reached the playoff finals five times in a row. Not only is that a fantastic achievement, but also a recent achievement.
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Figure 7. Accumulation of apoplastic superoxide (O2•-) in Lepidium sativum embryos extracted from seeds incubated without (CON) or with 5x10-4 M MyA (MyA) in darkness.
(a) In situ localization of superoxide radical O2•- by NBT histostaining of embryos isolated from CON- and MyA-treated seeds incubated in darkness for 15h and 22h. Seeds without endosperm rupture (-ER) are presented for CON and MyA-treated seeds at 15h and 22h of incubation and with completed endosperm rupture (+ER) for CON at 22h. Left images show the lower, right images show the upper side of the embryos as positioned in the seed during incubation in the petri dish.
Quantification of apoplastic O2•- production using the XTT assay in (b) RAD (radicle+lower hypocotyl) and (c) CAP (micropylar endosperm) isolated from CON- and MyA-seeds incubated for 22h in darkness (this work) and for comparison in continuous light (Oracz et al. 2012). Mean values ± SE of four biological replicates.


The Hebridean island of Islay is famed for its natural beauty, history, wildlife and whisky! On this four-day island odyssey there is the chance to visit and sample the whiskies of six Islay distilleries – Lagavulin, Ardbeg, Laphroiag, Bruichladdich, Kilchoman and Bunnahabhain. Add a visit to Deanston Distillery too and you'll see why this is the perfect tour for whisky aficionados.
We will spend today touring to the Queen of the Hebrides. From Edinburgh we travel westwards to Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. There is sure to be a song in your heart as we enter the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and make our way along the "bonnie, bonnie banks". Enjoy the wonderful views of Ben Lomond as we travel towards the pretty little village of Tarbet. Our ascent of the impressive Rest and be Thankful Pass will provide wonderful views of Glen Croe. We'll stop at the summit to admire the panorama from the viewpoint. This part of Scotland has strong connections with Rob Roy MacGregor so as we travel through Glen Kinglas there are sure to be stories of cattle rustling and tales of ancient clan rivalries to be told. Soon we reach the pretty white-washed town of Inveraray which sits at the head of Loch Fyne just a short distance from impressive Inverarary Castle, the home to the Dukes of Argyll. We'll make a photo-stop so you can capture the scene. From Ardrishaig there are fine views over Loch Fyne all the way to pretty Tarbert from where we turn towards West Loch Tarbert. At the port of Kennacraig we board our ferry for our crossing to Islay.
The exact itinerary for these days will vary depending on weather, seasonal and natural attractions. Our flexible approach will ensure that you will enjoy the very best experience. The island of Islay (pronounced "eye-la") has always been blessed with nature's bounty - rich farmlands which each autumn witness clouds of geese arriving to winter on the mild pastures. Loch Gruinart in the north is the island's main reserve, with barnacle and white-fronted geese flying in from Greenland. Elsewhere keep your eyes open for golden eagles, seals, otters, whales, dolphins, wild geese, red deer and much more. During our tour we'll get the chance to stroll along a deserted beaches and gaze over the Sound of Jura when we visit pretty Bunnahabhain Distillery. Islay has a proud Gaelic culture that extends back over a thousand years as we will discover when we visit some of the traditional villages that cling to the rough Atlantic Coastline. One of the most famous is Bowmore, Islay's main town, which has a unique, round church, said to have been designed to ensure that evil spirits had no corner in which to hide.
Peat is still cut from the mosslands which cover much of the interior, giving the unique flavour to the 'Islay malts' - world-famous whiskies such as Bowmore, Laphroaig and Ardbeg. We'll make visits to several distilleries so you can watch the production process and, even better, sample their delights! Later visit the Kildalton Cross which will transport you back in time more than 1200 years to the ancient seat of the Lords of the Isles at Finlaggan.
Sadly we board our ferry and bid a fond farewell to Islay. On our return to the mainland we will make the short drive to the attractive fishing port of Tarbert. We'll make a stop for lunch here so you can enjoy some freshly-landed seafood. From Lochgilphead we make a detour to visit Kilmartin Glen. This mysterious Glen has one of the most concentrated areas of prehistoric sites in Scotland including a linear cemetery – a line of burial cairns that stretch for over 2 miles. Nearby is Dunadd, a hill fort that dates from the Iron Age. Dunadd was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Dalriada so this part of Argyll has played an important part in the creation of modern Scotland! Our return journey will take us along the banks of Loch Fyne towards Inveraray then it's onwards to the Argyll Forest Park and the little village of Arrochar. A short drive will take us to Loch Lomond once more. The loch has some 30 islands and we will get a good views of some of the larger ones as we make our way southwards. The Kilpatrick Hills will guide us towards Clydebank, the famous shipbuilding town and then Glasgow. Once we have bid farewell to our friends who are leaving us here we travel across Scotland to end our tour in Edinburgh.


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Robert Harold Bredl (* 18. Juli 1950 in Renmark, Australien) ist ein australischer Dokumentarfilmer, Wildparkbesitzer und Reptilienspezialist. Bekannt wurde er durch seine zahlreichen Dokumentarserien Killer Instinct (53 Episoden), Deadly Predators (10 Episoden) sowie The Barefoot Bushman (8 Episoden). Seine Dokumentarfilme werden in TV-Stationen weltweit in mehr als 45 Länder ausgestrahlt. Robs Dokumentarfilme wurden bisher in 36 Sprachen übersetzt. Sein berühmtester Dokumentarfilm, Kissing Crocodiles, wird in über 100 Länder weltweit auf Discovery Channel und National Geographic gezeigt.

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Bredls Eltern waren österreichische Auswanderer. Da sich Rob schon seit frühester Kindheit von Krokodilen angezogen fühlte, schreckt er auch heute vor einer Begegnung aus nächster Nähe nicht zurück und lockt die Tiere an, indem er mit einem Stock auf die Wasseroberfläche schlägt. Bredls Vater Josef, ein österreichischer Jäger der nach der Ankunft in Australien einen Job als Krokodiljäger zugeteilt bekam und somit in den Norden Australiens geschickt wurde, galt in späteren Jahren als einer der bedeutendsten Schlangenkenner und -fänger Australiens und ein Python, der Bredl's Python (Morelia bredli), wurde nach ihm benannt.

Seinem Wissen über die damals zu intensiv bejagten Reptilien ist es zu verdanken, dass das Australien-Krokodil nicht ausgerottet wurde. Anfang der 1970er Jahre überzeugte Josef Bredl die australische Regierung, eine Zählung der Tiere durchzuführen. Nachdem nur mehr zirka 2.000 Krokodile gesichtet wurden, begann Josef Bredl Krokodile zu züchten.

Josef, sein älterer Sohn Joe und Rob gründeten eine Krokodilfarm die Edward River Station auf der Kap-York-Halbinsel. Sie jagten zehn Jahre lang mit Hilfe der dort ansässigen Aborigines Krokodile für die Aufzucht, um diese danach wieder in freier Wildbahn auszusetzen.

In seinen Wildlife-Dokumentationen stellt Rob Bredl verschiedenste Tiere aus dem australischen Outback vor.

Am 22. Juni 2016 wurde Rob in seinem "Blue Planet Park" beim Füttern eines Krokodils zuerst in die Hand und nach mehreren Rollen des Krokodils ins Bein gebissen und schwer verletzt. Sein im Gehege anwesender Neffe rammte dem Tier einen Stock in den Rachen. Dadurch konnte er den Biss am Knie lösen und verhindern, dass Rob von dem 650 kg Krokodil unter Wasser gezogen wurde. Rob wurde mit dem Rettungshelikopter ins Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital geflogen und dort behandelt.

Barefoot Bushman

Rob Bredl hat seinen Spitznamen "Barfüßiger Buschmann", weil er die Angewohnheit hat, seit einigen Jahrzehnten sowohl zu Hause als auch im Busch, selbst wenn er auf Krokodilfang ist, immer ohne Schuhe unterwegs zu sein.

Der älteste und originale Bredls Tierpark Bredl's Wonder World of Wildlife befindet sich in Renmark – Südaustralien. Sein Barefoot Bushman Wildlife Park befand sich in Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands in Nord Queensland. Das jüngste Projekt der Familie Bredl befindet sich nur 50 km südlich von Airlie Beach in Midge Point. Bredl's Blue Planet ist ein Wildlife Sanctuary in dem auf 75 Hektar Tiere wie in freier Wildbahn beobachtet werden können. Ein riesiger See und die unberührte Natur erwecken den Eindruck eines Mini Kakadu National Park.

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20 things to do in KZN for the December holidays
KwaZulu-Natal / 2 December 2019, 11:30am / Staff reporter
Phezulu Safari Park. Picture: Clinton Moodley.
The summer holidays are upon us. The holidays are a time to sit back, relax and explore a particular destination.
One of the hottest destinations this year is KwaZulu-Natal, gaining its popularity for its authentic safari experiences, culture, food and blue flag beaches.
If you are planning an itinerary, here are 20 places to check out:
Phezulu Safari Park: The picturesque park has magnificent views of the world-famous Valley of a 1000 Hills.
Moses Mabhida Stadium: The Adventure Walk to the top of the 106m high arch for breath-taking views of Durban.
The Big Rush Swing: Known as the world's tallest swing by the Guinness Book of records since May 14, 2011, and a must do activity for all Durban travellers.
Segway Gliding Tours: Start at Moses Mabhida Stadium and head towards the iconic Durban beachfront.
Ushaka Marine World: South Africa's most loved 16-hectare marine theme park is fun for the entire family.
The Luthuli Museum: A site of international historical significance that celebrates the life and legacy of a human rights champion and recipient of the 1960 Nobel Peace Prize, Chief Albert John Mvumbi Luthuli.
Shakaland: Situated just 160kms north of the city of Durban is a living monument to Zulu culture. Travellers can also spend a night there.
Hot Air Ballooning in the KZN Midlands: Spend an hour or so taking in some of the province's most glorious panoramic view.
Wild 5 Activities at Oribi Gorge: Experience the longest gorge swing in South Africa (165m) and the longest of its kind in the world. It is just a 2,5-hour drive from Durban.
Microlighting: About 40 minutes north of Durban, experience the scenic views of the north coast from a birds-view point with regular sightings of dolphins, sharks, whales, turtles, stingrays and numerous other marine life.
Gondola ride at the Point Waterfront: Did you know that you don't need to go to the canals of Venice, Italy to experience the magic and romance of a gondola ride? You and your sweetheart (or friend) can enjoy a laid-back gondola ride without travelling flying halfway across the world.
Mandela Capture Site: This iconic attraction is where Nelson Mandela was 'captured' on his return journey to Johannesburg.A must-visit for history lovers.
Karkloof Canopy Tour: Ziplining canopy tour showcases some of the most beautiful views as you slide from tree to tree.
Lake Eland for the Ziplining: Situated around 2 hours south of Durban is Lake Eland. Known as the longest zipline tour in Africa, travellers are left with an exhilarating experience.
Elephant Coast, Kwazulu-Natal: The Elephant Coast is home to the world-renowned Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. It is characterised by untouched wetlands teeming with birdlife, Big Five bush breakaways and beautiful beaches.
Sani Pass: The Sani Pass is a spectacular mountain road and the only vehicle route over the Drakensberg escarpment and into the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. It is the gateway to the 'Roof of Africa' scenic route that links the spectacular scenery of the Drakensberg with the mountains of northern Lesotho.
Isimangaliso Wetland Park: It stretches 220kms from Cape St Lucia to the Mozambique border and is a World Heritage Site. It is dominated by Lake St Lucia and St Lucia Estuary with its network of coastal lakes, dunes, subtropical forests, swamps and wetland systems that are a haven for indigenous fauna and flora.
King Shaka Memorial: Take a trip to King Shaka Memorial centre that delves into the history of King Shaka.
Moonlit Horseback beach rides: Watch the sunset and the moonrise on the beach while horseback riding. You will enjoy a magical adventure on a 12km horse trail bathed in the light of the moon.
Inanda Heritage Route and KwaMuhle Museum: The Inanda Heritage Route takes in some of the most important historical sites of Durban. Winding its way through the Inanda Valley, it provides a critical snapshot of South African history.
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We Aberrant Wanderers are glad to invite you for a Monsoon Trek to Harihar (Harshgad)Fort on 3rd September 2017, Starting on 2nd Night.
The fort of Harihar, lying on Trimbak range, was of significant importance in earlier periods, as there used to be a route crossing this range connecting Maharashtra to Gujarat.Trimbak range has spreaded its arms to the north of Igatpuri and west of Nasik. It is divided mainly in two parts, with forts of Basgad, Utvad, hill of Fani, Harihar and Trimbakgad on one part while the forts of Anjaneri and Hargad on the other. Vaitarna is the main river in this region. But due to the one – sided slope of Sahyadri, the water flows away from this region. There is an absolute shortage of water from January to March in this region. The fort appears to be rectangular in shape from its base village.
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Q: Convert IP address to integer in dask dataframe I need to train an ML model using a large dataset. For this I'm using the dask library.
My dataset contains IP addresses (column index 0 and 2). I'm trying to convert these IP addresses into integer using the ipaddress python library. A sample of the dataset is given below:

IP Add Src
Port
IP Add Dest.
Port

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

9.166.0.5
1305
149.17.12.8
21

Initially when using pandas dataframe, I used the following to convert the Ip addresses:
df['IP Add Src'] = df['IP Add Src'].apply(lambda x: int(ipaddress.IPv4Address(x)))
From what I've read, with dask, there are the apply, map_partitions and map functions which are available.
However, I'm still unsure how to use these functions to convert these ip addresses in place.
Any help on how I can implement this.

A: With Dask using dask.dataframe.Series.apply and the treuss proposed method to evaluate IP address:
import pandas as pd
import dask.dataframe as dd
from functools import reduce

df = pd.DataFrame({'ip': ['9.166.0.1', '9.166.0.2', '9.166.0.3', '9.166.0.4', '9.166.0.5'],
                   'port': [80, 81, 82, 83, 84]})
ddf = dd.from_pandas(df, 2)

def strip_to_int(str_ip):
    arr_ip = str_ip.split('.')
    if len(arr_ip)==4:
        return reduce(lambda x,y: x<<8|int(y), arr_ip, 0)
    return None

series_int_ip = ddf.ip.apply(strip_to_int, meta=ddf.ip)
ddf.assign(ip=series_int_ip)

result:
         ip     port
0   161873921   80
1   161873922   81
2   161873923   82
3   161873924   83
4   161873925   84

A: The correct way to convert an IPv4-Address to a 32bit integer value is to "left shift" each octet by the appropriate number of bits, i.e. 24 for the first, 16 for the second and 8 for the third octet, and build the sum (or binary or) of the four resulting numbers:
from functools import reduce
ipAddress = '149.17.12.8'
ipAddressAsInt = reduce(lambda x,y: x+y, [int(b)<<(8*(3-a)) for a,b in enumerate(ipAddress.split('.'))])

The expression in the code builds the 32bit value for each octet by using left-shift operator << on the octet value a with an argument that is built from the position of the octet b returned by enumerate.
reduce than uses a simple lambda function to add the values. Note that lambda x,y: x|y also works and would technically actually be more correct.
Of course you could also do the left-shift directly in the lambda function, but imho this makes it less readable:
reduce(lambda x,y: x|int(y[1])<<(8*(3-y[0])), enumerate(ipAddress.split('.')), 0)

Update: A more readable version is this:
reduce(lambda x,y: x<<8|int(y), ipAddress.split('.'), 0)

Start with value 0, then for each octet in the IP-Address, left shift the current value by 8 and add the current octet.
To apply this to a dataframe column, use map as opposed to apply (check here).
Small test/proof-of-concept:
>>> import pandas as pd
>>> from functools import reduce
>>> df = pd.DataFrame({'sourceHost': ['luke', 'leia', 'bb8'],
...                    'sourceIp': ['10.24.53.128', '10.24.125.44', '10.24.133.253'],
...                    'destHost': ['vader', 'palpatin', 'keylo'],
...                    'destIp': ['10.25.88.124', '10.25.230.12', '10.25.240.1']})
>>> df
  sourceHost       sourceIp  destHost        destIp
0       luke   10.24.53.128     vader  10.25.88.124
1       leia   10.24.125.44  palpatin  10.25.230.12
2        bb8  10.24.133.253     keylo   10.25.240.1
>>> df['sourceIp'] = df['sourceIp'].map(lambda ip: reduce(lambda x,y: x<<8|int(y), ip.split('.'), 0))
>>> df
  sourceHost   sourceIp  destHost        destIp
0       luke  169358720     vader  10.25.88.124
1       leia  169377068  palpatin  10.25.230.12
2        bb8  169379325     keylo   10.25.240.1
>>> df['destIp'] = df['destIp'].map(lambda ip: reduce(lambda x,y: x<<8|int(y), ip.split('.'), 0))
>>> df
  sourceHost   sourceIp  destHost     destIp
0       luke  169358720     vader  169433212
1       leia  169377068  palpatin  169469452
2        bb8  169379325     keylo  169472001

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Continue North on Watt approximately 10 miles.
Pass the second stop sign and turn left at the black and yellow sign.
We are closed on all Holidays, the next holiday closure is always listed at the office.
During Daylight Savings we are open from 8am-5pm.
Our regular hours are 8am-6pm.
From Highway 80, turn North on Watt Ave.
Continue North on Watt approximately 3.5 miles.
After hours, a message can be left and someone will return your call.