Matthias Rühl is head of the Powertrain / Chassis Competence Centre for Bertrandt AG. Bertrandt has been developing individual solutions for the international automotive and aviation industries in Europe, China and the USA for more than 40 years. With its subsidiary Bertrandt Services, the company provides technical and commercial services throughout Germany in future-oriented sectors such as electrical engineering, energy, mechanical engineering and medical technology. In the following Q&A, Matthias shares with us his valuable insights on the topics of leadership and success.
MR: I am head of the Powertrain/Chassis Competence Centre, which also integrates brake development. My responsibilities include the strategic development of these specialist areas. I focus on rising our competences and engineering methods correlated to the demand of our clients and share it in our technology matrix organization. This effects concentrating fundamental technical Bertrandt knowledge in our group and enables fast knowledge ramp-ups in our development projects. For all aspects of the chassis and vehicle dynamics, our work includes concept and series production development, component and module development, and module integration. Our activities in the field of the chassis include design, simulation/calculation, test rigs and vehicle testing of mechatronic chassis systems.
MR: I like to give my co-workers the maximum amount of freedom within clear framework conditions. I am convinced that intrinsic motivation that stems from the work itself is the most effective. I believe that it is important to build on a person's strengths. Nowadays, hardly anyone performs one job only. We all work in teams and have interfaces to other departments. If we superimpose strengths and weaknesses in this constellation, it is always the strengths that predominate.
MR: Technological change in the automotive industry is currently occupying all market players. For example, development partners such as Bertrandt are now taking on a different role in value creation. In the awarding of major contracts, this increasingly means more responsibility in the development process with longer project durations. We contribute control and project management competence. Our comprehensive range of services, decades of experience, and a sound financial basis to provide the necessary investment form an ideal foundation for successfully carrying out customer projects.
MR: The ideal candidates combine an ability to work in a team, technical expertise, and business capabilities, such as commercial competence and negotiation skills.
MR: I was a designer for internal combustion engines.
MR: That decisions are only valid and correct at the point in time at which they are taken.
MR: "Zero" by Mark Elsberg, a thriller about the digitization of the world and an over-transparent society. Similarly, I also love "Brave new world" by Aldous Huxley, who was already looking far into the future in his science fiction novel in 1932. The book is about a perfect affluent society, but also about genetic and other kinds of manipulation.
MR: My favorite quote is "Sometimes it is easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission". In these fast-moving times, to be convinced of something at a particular time, to use a window of opportunity, and to take a decision based on this will help us to grasp opportunities when they present themselves.
MR: Electro mobility and digitization make brake technology most complex these days. Companies therefore have to reflect this in their services and competences, for example with regard to electrified powertrains. In this context, the brake system will play an important role as an energy recuperation unit with a sophisticated control function. Brake systems are facing demand for less weight, NVH resistance, new regulations for emissions and integration in rising number of ADAS and autonomous driving systems. To address these challenges, you need good engineers – and we have them!
MR: Even if Bertrandt is not directly located in your city or industrial area today, we showed in many cases around Europe, and expanding in the world, that we are able to realize to bring engineering where it is needed.
This shows our performance and flexibility to our clients demands, guarantee bundled development responsibility with our own engineering capacities and testing resources.


The congregation gathered for the "Worship in the Park" service at Lakeside Park in Holly on Sunday, July 13th, with cool temperatures, cloudy skies and a general threat of rain. Rev. Dr. Sharlyn DeHaven Gates conducted the worship service, assisted by Associate Pastor Shaun Hardimon and a number of members from the congregation. Rev. Gates' sermon was based on a skit of Jesus' "Parable of the Sower" (Matthew 13:1-9 and 18-23).
After the service, everyone enjoyed a potluck picnic with hot dogs, water and lemonade provided.
Everyone had a wonderful time of fellowship.


Carl is a semi-retired person with an (unfinished) interest in science and philosophy, and a B.S. degree in physics from a small liberal arts college. The technical and scientific work he has done has involved product testing and trouble shooting, research and development, reports and articles, and design work, including standards engineering. It has involved various products and processes within firms and labs. Some of my other hobbies and interests are history, politics, business, music. He lived most of life in the St. Louis area, but since 2003 near Philly.
Particle Mass Ratios and Similar GeometricVolume Ratios Covers, less formally, an article by me in J. Chem. Inf. Comput. Sci., V35, N3, pp.579-580 and adds some speculations.
The Photon Particle Exists!, but "Aether" Does the Big Jobs Discusses "light", "elementary particles", "aether", "Einstein".
A Simplified Approach to Metal Tensile Strength Using Concepts of Guericke and Venturi A new approach to the subject adds insight, and simplifies it.
Problems the Greeks Addressed, and most Modern Scientists Avoid Includes a few well deserved words and opinions about Greek thinkers and cities, besides Socrates and Athens, and also about related issues.
Brief History of the World...and of World War 2 Part 1 and Part 2 and (some of Part 3A devoted to WW2) now done.
Repair of some Shoes that wear out unevenly, or having Soles that overly compress to one side Ligaments stretch, and pain?.


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Nos fromages >
Le Kapuskasing
L'Opasatika
Le Mattagami
Le Missinaïbi
Le Fromage en grains
Le Saganash
Le Pivabiska
Le Mattagami Chèvre
Le Pagwa
La conservation de nos fromages
Cheese history
Our cheeses >
The Kapuskois
The Opasatika
The Mattagami
The Missinaïbi
The Cheese curds
The Saganash
The Pivabiska
The Mattagami Chèvre
The Pagwa
Preserving our cheeses
Cheese curds are purely a Canadian phenomena. It was developed in the province of Québec during the '60s made to compensate for an over-production of milk and lack of sufficient space in aging rooms. It was invented to clear the excess cheeses and was often sold at a reduced price, making it very popular. Although it is more popular in Eastern Canada, its popularity is spreading throughout the rest of the country, as well as in the United States.
We produce curds made from cow and goat's milk. Most people prefer to eat them within 24 hours of production or before refrigeration, because once it is refrigerated, it will lose its "squeak" and elastic texture over time. The cheese curds can be served fresh, in poutine, and in other recipes such as lasagnas, salads…

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Richard utilizes a Print Master whose skill, talent and experience preserves the tonalities, textures and hues of each and every unique Giclée image. And, to better capture the real-life view of the subject matter, he never uses software to enhance or edit an image. This preserves the integrity of the subject matter.
Only 25 limited editions are created of each photograph which provides the purchaser or exhibitor with a high value piece. After the limit is reached, the photograph is retired and each purchaser or exhibitor is notified of the retirement.
New technologies allow artists to develop unique and exciting ways of creating art. Such is the story behind Giclée prints, also known as canvas paintings. A Giclée is a digital print that is an exact copy of a work of art such as a photograph, painting or drawing. This art work is reproduced using an ink jet printer, often on such mediums as canvas, silk or paper.
In the late 1980s, IRIS printers were the industry standard when it came to pre-press proofing. These printers, also known as ink jets, used a method of spraying various colors of ink onto paper in order to reproduce art work. The proofs that were created could be used to check colors and acquire client approval before a printer started his final print run.
A number of artists began to recognize the qualities unique to these digital prints and to use them in their own artwork. In an attempt to find a name to describe this new medium, it was decided that such terms as "computer generated", "ink jet" and "digital" were far too mundane for such a creative process. In 1991, Jack Duggane coined the term Giclée, pronounced (zhee-clay), as an appropriately artistic term to describe the process of reproducing photographs and paintings on to canvas and other mediums.
California photographer, Richard Williams, demonstrates his expertise in the Giclée technique with his impressive collection of Northern California landscapes first captured on film and expertly transferred onto canvas prints.


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Chief Medical Officer's Annual Report Outlines Health Challenges In England
December 18, 2020 News	News
The Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty, has released his first independent annual report 'Health trends and variation in England' today.
In the report, Professor Whitty highlights that improvements in life expectancy have stalled in recent years, a trend which has also been seen in many major developed countries. He also highlights that ill-health and disease is concentrated in areas of deprivation, or where there is a higher proportion of older citizens, and that more action is needed to tackle these longstanding inequalities in health.
The report consists of a collection of data, charts and statistics that present a broad overview of the nation's health and wider diseases including cancer and cardiovascular disease, with the aim of supporting policymakers to prioritise areas for action and monitor progress.
The report highlights both short and long-term trends in health, and the factors that influence variation in health outcomes across the nation.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty said:
"Although COVID-19 has dominated the news, and remains an urgent priority, other diseases and health problems such as cancer and cardiovascular disease continue to take a major toll.
"I have brought together the latest data for health in England because they highlight major issues to tackle, identify where in the country they are heavily concentrated and trends in health over time.
"There is wide variation in ill health across the country, and much of this is avoidable. It is possible to raise the health outcomes of the least healthy closer to the outcomes of the healthiest – we should be aiming for that."
While the Chief Medical Officer states it is important to acknowledge the extraordinary impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health of the nation, the NHS and on wider society in 2020, this report focusses on wider long-term health challenges in England.
The Chief Medical Officer's annual reports have been a tradition stretching back over 150 years, providing an independent assessment of the state of the public's health in England.
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Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising, any type of fundraising for your organization conducted by someone outside of your own staff, comes in many different forms. By far, the most popular is events. More recently, organizations are also seeing a new form of fundraising on the rise: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) P2P fundraising! Let's dive a little deeper to understand the benefits of each.
P2P events have become a fundraising staple for many nonprofit organizations.
Unlike direct-response donors (who may prefer to simply make a donation), many people participate in P2P events because they like to feel they are part of a like-minded support network and actively participating.
But walking a mile or two isn't doing all that much to fight for a cause. Furthering your mission takes donations. This expectation should be clearly communicated. When it is, P2P events allow participants to feel like they are not only part of something bigger, but also taking action to support your cause. These events drive people to fundraise for a period of time, concluding with their participation in your event.
DIY fundraising is the newest frontier of P2P.
It can take on a lot of different forms, but think of it as a P2P event without the event.
As a growing online phenomenon, DIY fundraising is replacing bake sales and pancake breakfasts with personalized emails and donation forms. This creates and empowers ambassadors for your organization, because it provides them a platform to share their passion for your cause.
At the same time, it gives those ambassador networks a way to donate to your organization with the click of a button. This can be a low-cost, high-revenue channel when executed effectively.
Note: Even if you don't formalize a DIY fundraising program, it may happen organically. The rise of fundraising platforms such as GoFundMe — which allows anyone to raise money on behalf of anyone or anything for a percentage of the total raised — has made online fundraising more accessible. Now, even Facebook is allowing members to fundraise on behalf of organizations.


it's not necessary to have read that first.
Disclaimers:  Gekko, D/P and the producers of RH really DO own them.
she died to make her feel better.
them on shelves and in cupboards.
their new lives with as little fuss as possible.
wander.  It had wandered straight to her old scatterbrained secretary.
credit to her laid-back California upbringing.
last two months had made her nothing if not cautious.
panting, eyes wide with terror.
"Sydneeeeeeeeyyyyyyyyyy!" She wailed, then passed out cold.
managed to get for her office.
fetal position, clutching the back of her head.
know, at least so we can put it in your Watcher's report."
just make up something really cool, not that I..."
"You what, Claudia?"  She coaxed.
to cut across the grass, and it was really nice, but..."
Sydney untangled the girl's rushed sentence.  "But..?"
Time to get to business.  "Did anyone see you?"
off the beginnings of another Claudia-rant.
"No sword?  Sorry, I'd like you to stick around a while, Claudia."
"No, I'm not talking about swords, though on that, do I have to?"
Sydney gave her a look.
"They've heard of worse ways to have a first death, Claudia."
"Okay then, how did you first die, Sydney?"
Sydney looked at her newest student for a long moment then smiled.
interesting than how I died."
fiddling with your collar, Matty."
removing his hand under Sydney's quelling gaze.
wasn't going to disappoint him.
was the fresh breezes and miles of pure ocean to sail?
bluest eyes watching her from under a dirty fringe of dark hair.
Nodding her approval to the mate, she moved towards the slave's cell.
made gestures, his eyes never leaving Sydney's corseted cleavage.
eyes were intense, intelligent, just like her father had described.
He brayed coarsely.  "This one?  For a lovely lady such as yourself?
the head, this one.  Nah, lady, you'd be too gentle.  I have..."
a way out of the human miasma.  She spared one last look at the slave.
He returned her gaze measure for measure.
Yes, this was the one.
impassively as her slave was pushed and prodded up onto the block.
held up their arms, showed their teeth.  But here he kept his distance.
"What is my opening bid?"  The bidding was slow, with few contenders.
manhandling her purchase in her wake.
She tried to control her surprise.  "Yes."
you after your grandmother or great-grandmother?"
He nodded, sagely.  "Better than Mary.  Less common."
He smirked, his first true expression.  "Don't be so sure."
traveled in silence for the rest of the journey.
Sydney called father, and whacked him across the shoulder in greeting.
"Took your time with the jailbreak, Jack!"
out your own trick first, old man.  Didn't want to get in the way."
"Father?"  Sydney began, now totally confused.
Danya, he's going to be joining our merry band."
Danya cocked his head quizzically.  "I am?"
Danya's "Jack!" was drowned out by Sydney's "Father!"
peace with that.  Come, Danya, let me show you around your new home."
feeling that that final comment was meant for her, and not their guest.
many weeks, Jack and Danya spent many hours each day in Jack's cabin.
and pages of precious parchment with notes of their conversations.
As more pieces of the puzzle appeared, her curiosity grew.
in the raids which were their stock in trade.
It was in one such raid that she had all her questions answered.
other vessel was gaining on them.
Danya, she leaned over the back rail and gauged distances.
"Father!"  She called anxiously.  "We can't run, we have to fight."
Danya gently touched her father's shoulder.
Then a cannon exploded and her world went straight to hell.
reach out for him as he whispered his final words.
die cos of some fantastic adventure far from civilization..."
replied as she banished the memory of her adopted father's death.
you!  You have this great story to tell, but what am I going to say.
his senses.  "Claudia? Umm, how?"
I'll explain."  Maybe Nigel could help?


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North Korea competed as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.  It was the nation's first appearance in twelve years at the Summer Games due to its boycotting the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California and the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. 64 competitors, 36 men and 28 women, took part in 53 events in 12 sports.

Medalists

Competitors
The following is the list of number of competitors in the Games.

Archery

Women's Individual Competition:
 Kim Jong-hwa — Round of 32, 19th place (0-1)
 Li Myong-gum — Round of 32, 29th place (0-1)
 Sin Song-hui — Ranking round, 52nd place (0-0)

Women's Team Competition:
 Kim, Li, and Sin — Quarterfinal, 7th place (1-1)

Athletics

Men's Marathon
 Ryu Ok-hyon — 2:40.51 (→ 80th place)

Women's Marathon
 Mun Gyong-ae — 2:37.03 (→ 6th place)

Women's Long Jump
 Ri Yong-ae
 Heat — 6.17 m (→ did not advance)

Boxing

Men's Light Flyweight (– 48 kg)
 O Song-chol
 First Round – Defeated Anicet Rasoanaivo (MAD), KO-2
 Second Round – Lost to Daniel Petrov (BUL), RSC-3

Cycling

Three cyclists, all women, represented North Korea in 1992.

Women's Individual Road Race
 Pak Chun-wa — 2:38:38 (→ 53rd place)
 Kim Gyong-hui — 2:39:43 (→ 54th place)
 Choi In-ae — did not finish (→ no ranking)

Diving

Women's 3m Springboard
 Kim Myong-son
 Preliminary Heat — 232.65 points (→ did not advance, 28th place)

 Kim Hye-ok
 Preliminary Heat — 206.64 points (→ did not advance, 29th place)

Women's 10m Platform
Kim Chun-ok
Preliminary Round — 282.36 points (→ 18th place)

Ryu Un-Sil
Preliminary Round — 282.36 points (→ 23rd place)

Gymnastics

Judo

Rhythmic gymnastics

Shooting

Table tennis

Weightlifting

Wrestling

References

External links
Official Olympic Reports
International Olympic Committee results database

Korea, North
1992
1992 in North Korean sport

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HomeGold IRA BlogGovernmentFederal Reserve Releases Statement after Latest Meeting
Federal Reserve Releases Statement after Latest Meeting
The Federal Reserve completed its two-day meeting on Wednesday and announced that it will continue to taper off its bond-buying program (also known as Quantitative Easing or QE), citing an improving U.S. economy. The plan to end the program completely in October still stands.
The Fed's Statement Regarding Purchases of Treasury Securities and Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities reads as follows:
On July 30, 2014, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) directed the Open Market Trading Desk (the Desk) at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to purchase additional agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) at a pace of about $10 billion per month and longer-term Treasury securities at a pace of about $15 billion per month, beginning in August 2014. The FOMC also directed the Desk to maintain its existing policies of reinvesting principal payments from the Federal Reserve's holdings of agency debt and agency MBS in agency MBS and of rolling over maturing Treasury securities at auction. The Committee's sizable and still-increasing holdings of longer-term securities should maintain downward pressure on longer-term interest rates, support mortgage markets, and help to make broader financial conditions more accommodative.
This represents a reduction of $10 billion per month in total bonds and securities purchases. The move was expected, as the Fed had previously stated it would continue with its original plan provided the economy keeps showing signs of improvement. The Commerce Department reported this morning that GDP grew more than expected in Q2, which the Fed acknowledged in its statement. Unemployment, now at 6.1%, has been falling. Fed chair Janet Yellen is not completely satisfied with the unemployment numbers, however, noting that the numbers of long-term unemployed people and part-time workers who would prefer full-time work are still at historically high levels. She cautioned that "A range of labor market indicators suggests that there remains significant underutilization of labor resources." The statement also mentioned that inflation has moved "somewhat closer" to the Fed's target rate of 2%.
See the full press release here.


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Poetry Shelf noticeboard: Sargeson Prize
Sargeson Prize
New in 2019, the Sargeson Prize is New Zealand's richest short story prize, named for celebrated New Zealand writer Frank Sargeson and founded by Catherine Chidgey. Entries open on 1 April for the 2019 (and inaugural) Sargeson Prize and close at 11.59pm (NZST) on 30 June 2019. There is no entry fee, and entries are limited to one per writer, per division.
Open Division
The Open Division is open to New Zealand permanent residents writing in English. Published and unpublished writers are welcome to enter. Entries must be a single story of no more than 5000 words. It must an original, unpublished piece of work.
First Prize: $5000
Second Prize: $1000
Third Prize: $500
The winning story will be published in Landfall and, at least three months later, in Mayhem. The second and third placing stories will also be published in Mayhem.
Secondary Schools Division
The Secondary Schools Division is open to students enrolled at a New Zealand secondary school and aged between 16 and 18 years on the date that competition entries close. Entries must be a single story of no more than 3000 words. It must be an original, unpublished piece of work.
First Prize: $500
Second Prize: $200
The winning story will be published in Mayhem.
The winner of the Secondary Schools Division will also be offered a one-week summer residency at the University of Waikato, to be taken up in January or February of the following year. The residency will include accommodation and meals at one of the University of Waikato Halls of Residence, a writing space in the School of Arts, and mentoring from postgraduate students and/or academic staff in the Writing Studies programme. If the winner is under 18 years of age, parental consent will be required.
Each year we will invite a successful New Zealand writer to judge the Sargeson Prize. This year we are delighted to announce that international award-winning author Catherine Chidgey will be Chief Judge. Catherine's numerous achievements include being awarded the Acorn Foundation Fiction Prize at the 2017 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards for her fourth novel, The Wish Child.
Judging will be conducted "blind" – i.e. without the writer's name attached to their submission. Entries may be subject to a pre-judging screening process by a panel overseen and moderated by the Chief Judge.
Details on how to enter here
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Our Residential Stump Removal equipment can handle the largest tree stumps and smaller "yard friendly" equipment that won't damage your yard.
Optional clean-up: To save money, we have customers that prefer to clean up the tree stump chips themselves. However, we can remove the chips, haul away, and fill hole with black dirt. We'd be happy to quote this for you.
If there is concern of underground utilities or risks, we "Call Julie" to have all hazards marked and identified prior to beginning work. This is at no cost to the customer or contractor.
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Bishops Institute on the Biblical Apostolate (BIBA) IV
December 5-7, 2013 at the Redemptorist Center, Pattaya City, Chonburi, Thailand
02 May 2018 . Posted in Asia
Seminar on Biblical Apostolate and New Evangelization of the Federation of Asian Bishops Conference (FABC) Office of Evangelization - December 5-7, 2013 at the Redemptorist Center, Pattaya City, Chonburi, Thailand
The seminar was attended by participants from different parts of Asia. There were Bishops, Priests, Sisters, Brothers, Lay People involved in the Biblical Apostolate. The lay people comprised half of the participants. The invitation was given out by the Executive Secretary of FABC-OE, Fr. Jacob Theckanath. He was amazed by the overwhelming response to participate in this seminar that he had to change the venue from the Camillian Retreat House in Bangkok to a bigger one at the Redemptorist Center in Pattaya City.
The topics were very attractive, enriching and interesting for further discussions and sharing. They were the following:
1. "I have an Obligation to All Peoples" by Archbishop Thomas Menamparampil, SDB, Chairman, FABC-OE. Archbishop Emeritus Thomas shared with the participants his acceptance speech when he was conferred an honorary doctoral degree on Missiology by the Urbaniana University in Rome, Italy on November 14, 2013. Here he shared his missionary experiences, the values guiding his work, and his work plan to reach out as much as he can – indeed to "all peoples" as St. Paul did in his time.
"Crossing the borders" as a missionary to diverse cultures and peoples not so much to teach his own concepts but to lead them to understand these by using the people's own specific cultural vision of things.
He introduced "the Mission of Anger-Reduction since some obstacles to missionary effort would be prejudices, memories of historic injuries and perceived vested interests. It is part of evangelical work to heal the memories of historic wounds at the ethnic, cultural, national and even civilizational levels" – he said.
He also said that "As long as the more challenging dimensions of the Gospel are seen as arbitrary clerical impositions, they become hard of acceptance. But if they can be presented as evangelical demands essential for personal and community growth, acceptance becomes easier."
2. "Biblical Formation of the Laity for New Evangelization" by Archbishop John Ha of the Archdiocese of Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Archbishop Ha talked about New Evangelization as used by Pope John Paul II by which he meant proclaiming the Gospel with new ardour, new method and new expression. The idea behind it is to make the Gospel relevant to the current generation. The scope of the new evangelization ranges from pre-evangelization to primary evangelization to re-evangelization and to on-going faith formation. But the content of the new evangelization does not change – it is the same Gospel which Jesus Christ proclaimed and entrusted to His apostles to proclaim more than two thousand years ago.
He further explained the elements for understanding "New Evangelization" and the New Evangelization in the Acts of the Apostles.
He shared the four-week lived-in Youth Formation (K.A.Y.A.) which stands for Kuching Archdiocesan Youth Apostolate. They have been running this program every year for the past 21 years and it is getting very popular. It aims at forming participants into Christ's disciples and evangelists through self-knowledge and knowledge of Christ.
They have also a Bible Course for the Laity. It is a 3-year course run on a two-hour class per week for 3 years and leading to a Diploma. The course has 3 levels: basic, intermediate and advance.
Another study program is "The Great Adventure Bible Study Programme" designed by Jeff Cavins and his team. It starts off with a "Foundation Series" and continues with studies of the Old Testament as well as the New Testament. The lecture does simple text analysis, with cross-references to other relevant biblical texts and references also to the Catechism of the Catholic Church as well as Church practices especially the Liturgy.
From these three experiences of biblical pastoral ministry that he has in the Archdiocese of Kuching, it has become increasingly clear that biblical formation of the laity must balance academic knowledge with spiritual application to make the Scripture come alive as the Word of God for life.
3. "Spreading the Gospel of Christ through the 'Little Rock Scripture Study' Program in Mainland China" by Fr. John Mi Shen of Zhaoxian Diocese, China.
The Little Rock Scripture Study began in the seventies of the last century that was developed by the laity of the Diocese of Little Rock in Arkansas, in the United States. The program consists of 40 modules, drawn from the whole Bible. Learners are encouraged to take "repeated reading" and do "exercises" of related passages so that the Word is instilled into the learners' heart and life and change their lives.
In 2008, the Little Rock Scripture Study program was first introduced into Mainland China by Anthony Ng and his team, all belong to a Malaysian Chinese Catholic Group Mustard Seed Evangelization Center. They started in Guanzhou and Xi'an. The shortage of Chinese materials and lack of follow-ups, the program was launched without success.
In August 2010, with the assistance of Fr. John Mi Shen of Zhaoxian diocese (Hebei province), the Mustard Seed Center has brought LRSS program back to China again and received positive responses. Several graduates of Yiwu community volunteered to promote the LRSS program elsewhere in Mainland China.
Since this way of Bible-reading and doing exercises counts mostly on the efforts of individuals, it was found that it could be convenient way for Catholics living in urban areas. The large group gatherings and sharing will highlight the communal dimension of the Little Rock Program, enabling a more effective way to witness the learners' experience and interpretation of Scripture.
A member of the group of Fr. John Mi Shen shared with the participants with Fr. John as the interpreter, how Scripture and the program, has changed his life and his outlook in life that he wants to continue to be an apostle of the Word. That was really a touching sharing that was appreciated by the participants.
4. "St. Paul New Evangelization and Biblical Pastoral Ministry" by Fr. Thomas Manjaly of India.
For St. Paul, to 'evangelize' was to "bring about the accomplishment of the Gospel of Christ" (Rom 15:9) or "to make the Word of God fully known" (Col 1:25), because in the Gospel "is the power of God for salvation to everyone who has faith" (Rom 1:16)
The parental responsibility required of Paul that he nurtured his 'children' through personal example for imitation (1Cor 4:16). As their 'father' he tried to embody Jesus in himself and give visibility to Christian life for his 'children' to see and to imitate. Hence, he could make a genuine claim that he was mediating Christ and appeal to the communities.
Evangelization, therefore, is a person to person approach sharing a Christ-experience.
5. "Cross Cultural Bible Apostolate in Thailand" by Prof. Kirti Bunchua of Thailand.
Doing Biblical Apostolate in Thailand considers the Thai philosophy and way of thinking. Bible Apostolate is a means to understand God. To understand God is not the same as to love God. To love God does not require to know Bible Apostolate but requires something of God.
There is a need for a dialogue between the Buddhist way and the Christian way. Words may be misinterpreted or misunderstood but a living witness to Christ can say everything.
6. "Evangelii Gaudium of Pope Francis: Orientations for Biblical Apostolate" by Bishop Pablo Virgilio David of the Diocese of Pampanga, Philippines.
"Biblical Apostolate" as such does not really figure among the concerns of the Pope Francis in his post-synodal exhortation on the new evangelization, Evangelii Gaudium(The Joy of the Gospel). The lengthy part that he devotes to the Scriptures in Chapter Three of the said document has to do, not with Scriptures as such, but with the challenge to evangelize anew, i.e., to proclaim the Word of God in the contemporary setting, especially in the pastoral task of preaching. In that chapter, Pope Francis reaffirms what the earlier Vatican II Dei Verbum and the Post-synodal exhortation Verbum Domini already did—namely, the call for "a greater 'biblical apostolate', not alongside other forms of pastoral work, but as a means of letting the Bible inspire all pastoral work". (DV 24, Propositio 30 Synod 2008, VD)
"New Evangelization in the Light of the Scriptures". It is evangelizing that must draw light from Scriptures, not the Scriptures from evangelizing.
In the Bible you have the greatest stories ever told—the story of salvation. Our mission is to teach people how tell the tragic and otherwise absurd stories of their lives into stories of salvation by viewing them in the light of the story of Jesus, God's story of redemption." Hope is something all people look for in the midst of the great temptation to despair. Hope is what evangelization is about, not proselytization; it is what evangelization really has to offer—a good news!
New evangelization is about helping people reflect on human experience with the basic aspiration: "How do I make sense of it? What is the meaning of it all? What is God saying to me/us? How am I/are we invited to respond?" The Scriptures are there to help us hear God speaking to us in contemporary human experience. They are like a hearing aid that mitigates the human deafness to God's voice, God's messages.
7. "Biblical Apostolate and New Evangelization 50 years after Vatican II" – Insights on Roads of the Word Ahead" by Fr. Ludger Feldkaemper, SVD of Germany.
Fr. Ludger had been very much involved in the Catholic Biblical Federation (CBF) as General Secretary for many years. He had increased the number of members of CBF during his term, inspiring and encouraging more people and groups to be engaged in the Biblical Pastoral Ministry. CBF was born in 1969 to assure that the directives of the Vatican Council II concerning "Sacred Scriptures in the Life of the Church" (Chapter 6 of Dei Verbum) would be put into practice.
After Dei Verbum was Pope Paul's Ad Gentes then Evangelii Nuntiandi on Evangelization in the Modern World. In 1993 the document on "The Interpretation of the Bible in the Church" – a commentary for all practical purposes on chapters III and VI of Dei Verbum was a special interest for those involved in the biblical pastoral ministry. In 2008, the Synod on the Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church, Pope Benedict fulfilled the CBF desire since its Plenary Assembly of Bangalore in 1984. The post synodal exhortation Verbum Domini published on September 30, 2010 can be considered the handbook for the implementation of the Council's directives on Sacred Scripture not only on the Life but also the Mission of the Church!
Now, we have the "Joy of the Gospel" which fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus. We are all "missionary disciples"!
8. "Greening the Catholic Church Today: Bringing to the Fore a Biblical Eco-Spirituality in the Era of the New Evangelization" by Prof. Lysander P. Rivera of the Philippines.
Prof. Rivera spoke about the global phenomenon of Climate Change with its effect on several calamities that affected the different parts of the Philippines and its recent strong impact with Typhoon Haiyan.
Pope John Paul II paved the way for the ecological awareness and conversion to take its rightful place in the Social Teachings of the Church. In 1971, through the Social Encyclical Octagesima Adveniens, Pope Paul VI identified environmental issues as an urgent and wide-ranging social issue that concerns the whole human family and thereby urged all Christians to take responsibility for the future.
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A few days ago I sent an email to my mother, asking if I could mail a package to her. We don't talk or see each other much any more…the past continues to interfere with our ability to be in the present together. I think this dates back about seven years to when I began a relationship with Deborah, and more intensely since we were married in 2009. I think my mother lost an "emotional" partner in a sense as I began my matrimonial journey, and she has never accepted that. But that's a whole other topic for another day.
It did not seem like a complicated request to me, but it clearly was to her, the tone of her reply emails to me becoming more and more terse as her insistence on controlling the process grew. This is not new. By the third email I was really pissed, and began hammering out a reply to match.
I too, am still very angry—specifically that she has never accepted or become part of my new life—and I could feel the fury and frustration building inside of me as I pounded away on the keys. She has a knack for bringing that out in me. I think most of that anger comes from the sadness of what could be, but isn't. Like love is now conditional, and has been withdrawn, and this hurts. But I have trained myself not to feel hurt.
Trouble is, I have repressed and denied my feelings for most of my life. And that clearly has not worked, as I am slowly discovering. I need to acknowledge the feelings now, but also not allow myself to be ruled by them. Another topic for another day.
My instinct is to lash out and hurt back when I feel attacked. But deep down I know there is nowhere to go with this. Deep down, I don't want to blame or make my mother (or anyone else for that matter) responsible for my anguish. I want to understand where it comes from so I can let it go, and focus on being and becoming the person I want to be.
So right before I pressed SEND, I stopped. Do I really want to escalate this, I thought to myself.
Is this what love would do? Asking myself this one question has changed a lot in my life lately, often preventing me from doing and saying many potentially destructive things. I need to remember that anger is really a cry for love. Do I want to be right, or do I want love?
Love would definitely not send an angry email.
So I have not sent it.


The Quadriga CX story has got one more twist. Analysis done by experts suggests that the exchange was moving Ether to larger exchanges throughout January.
The story of Quadriga seems to be getting more and more complicated with every passing day. A number of experts, analysts, and even some amateurs are out in the wild to find out what actually transpired at this Canadian cryptocurrency exchange. The more they dig into it, the more twits and turns come to the story. The latest twist came yesterday when some cryptography experts who're adept at scouring public blockchains to extract the evidence seemed to suggest some other possibilities of the case. One among them is Emin Gün Sirer, a Cornell University professor. And according to him, what's happening at Quadriga doesn't make any sense.
Or there was some fishy business going on.
Kraken CEO Jesse Powell has confirmed that his exchange holds some Quadriga balances. However, no similar confirmation has been made by other major exchanges until now.
The legal front of this story is also continuing to unfold at the same time. On 14th of February when world will be celebrating Valentine's Day a judge at Halifax Supreme Court will be appointing the lawyers for Quadriga's account holders. This is being done after some account holders said that they want Bennett Jones LLP and McInnes Cooper to represent them in Court.
We're keeping an eye on the whole story and will continue to provide you updates about it, so keep an eye on our updates.


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A Melbourne Institute and Westpac Bank survey of 1,200 people published on Wednesday showed its index of consumer sentiment dipped 0.6 percent in April.
Sluggish wage growth, rising living costs and high levels of household debt have been weighing on the consumer mood, offsetting broad-based strength in employment.
A measure of Australian consumer sentiment eased slightly in April as worries about the future for family finances just managed to offset optimism about the economic outlook.
A Melbourne Institute and Westpac Bank survey of 1,200 people published on Wednesday showed its index of consumer sentiment dipped 0.6 percent in April, from March when it rose 0.2 percent.
The index was still up 3.4 percent on March last year at 102.4, meaning optimists just outnumbered pessimists.
The concerns showed in a sharp 5.8 percent drop in the survey's index of family finances over the next 12 months, which outweighed gains in all the other measures.
Indeed, the index of family finances compared to a year ago rose 2.5 percent. The survey's barometer of economic conditions over the next 12 months edged up 0.6 percent and the outlook for the next five years bounced 2.9 percent.
Consumers remained reluctant to spend freely, with the index of whether it was a good time to buy a major household item down 1.8 percent.
The index on whether it was a good time to buy a dwelling dipped 0.5 percent in April, but was still up 8 percent on a year ago.


text:
\section{Introduction}
\label{sec1}
Fano-Anderson effect is an interesting phenomenon exhibited by excitonic
states in a tight binding lattice when a discrete, bound state `interacts'
with a continuum~\cite{mirosh,flach,orellana1,franco,aligia1,kobayashi,
orellana2,pouthier,zhang1,arunava1,arunava2,fano}. The effect is explicitly
seen when one considers transmission spectrum of one dimensional quantum
wire (QW) systems with a single quantum dot (QD), or a cluster of them
is attached to the QW from one side~\cite{orellana2,pouthier,arunava1,arunava2}.
Needless to say, the studies so far has gone well beyond mere theoretical
interest, thanks to the present advanced stage of lithographic techniques and
nanotechnology, and has incorporated the studies of nonequilibrium dynamics
in optical transition~\cite{haupt}, quantum simulation~\cite{hansen} and
tunneling in a Kondo hole system~\cite{zhu} to name a few.

Inspite of the considerable volume of work existing in this field, a
practically unaddressed issue, to the best of our knowledge, is how
seriously does the presence of {\it bound states} caused by the attachment
(from one side) of a QD or an assembly of them, influence a singular
continuous spectrum. A singular continuous spectrum is the hallmark of
what are known as quasiperiodic systems~\cite{kohmoto1,sokoloff,kohmoto2,
macia,naumis} such as the Fibonacci class of substitutionally generated atomic
chains or, the array of Harper potentials (Aubry-Andre chains). Due to the
fragmented, Cantor like character of the energy spectra offered by these
systems, the bound states can, in principle, occupy any local gap inside
the spectrum and may de-stabilize the fundamental character of the entire
energy spectrum. A central motivation of the present work is to look into
such an issue.

We intend to work with a golden mean Fibonacci chain where finite arrays
of QDs are side-grafted to every atomic site, giving the lattice an
aperiodic comb structure. The model has particular relevance in the
context of recent studies on spectral properties of excitons in nanoparticle
array~\cite{dalnegro1,dalnegro2,dalnegro3,dalnegro4,kaputkina}. The
comb-structure enables us to examine the interference of Fano lineshapes
and the effect of the side coupled dots on the energy spectrum and transport
properties of such a system. The presence of multiple, closely spaced gaps
and a multifractal spectrum, when coupled to discrete, bound states from
one side, offers a possibility of controlling the gaps, and may be even
the basic character of the electronic states. In the present day of
nanotechnology and revolution in fabricating tailor made lattices this can
even open up the possibility of designing novel QD devices. These aspects
prompt us to undertake the present study.

We find extremely interesting results. With a golden mean Fibonacci chain
having side coupled QD arrays, the presence of an infinite number of grafted
chains enables one to control the transmission properties at all scales of
energy by suitably changing the number of atoms in the side coupled array.
The most important result is that, under certain special conditions the
entire energy spectrum of the infinite system turns out to have absolutely
continuous subbands of energy. The occurrence of these continuous subbands
is triggered by a certain special relationship between the off-diagonal
elements of the Hamiltonian. Surprisingly, this is something that is not
expected in any conventional localization scheme, such as the Anderson
localization~\cite{anderson}, where the single particle states get localized
in a disordered array of potentials irrespective of the numerical values
of the parameters of the Hamiltonian. Our results therefore present a
strong case of a violation of this {\it universality} of Anderson localization.

The system to be described by a tight-binding Hamiltonian, is depicted in
Fig.~\ref{system}. We have used real space renormalization group (RSRG)
decimation scheme~\cite{arunava3} and Green's function technique to analyze
the energy spectrum and the nature of eigenstates of the system.
The side-attached QD arrays play a crucial role in generating and
controlling the number of continuous energy bands. Extended character
of the electron states populated in the bands are reflected in a prominent
enhancement of two-terminal quantum transport through the system.

In what follows, we describe the results obtained by us. In section~\ref{sec2}
we present our model and the mathematical methods used for handling the
problem. The effect of the side-attachment on the energy spectrum of the
system and how to obtain the condition for generating absolutely continuous
bands of extended states is discussed in section~\ref{sec3}. Section~\ref{sec4}
presents the two-terminal transmission characteristics of the system,
and finally in section~\ref{sec5} we draw our conclusion with possible
applications for future study.
\section{Description of the model and the method}
\label{sec2}
\subsection{The system and the Hamiltonian}
\label{subsec2.1}
Fig.~\ref{system} illustrates our system of interest.
We have considered a model quasiperiodic nanostructure, in which
atomic sites are arranged following a Fibonacci sequence on a linear
chain (the backbone) and periodic, finite sized QD arrays are side-attached
to the backbone forming an aperiodic comb-shaped system.
\begin{figure}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=8cm,angle=0]{system.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Schematic diagram of a model quasiperiodic
nanostructure. Sites in the backbone are named and colored differently
to distinguish between nearest neighbor bond environments. $\alpha$,
$\beta$, and $\gamma$ sites are side-attached with finite size periodic
QD arrays, while each $\alpha$ site has an extra dangling QD chain coupled
to it through a coupling strength $\lambda$.}
\label{system}
\end{figure}
The Fibonacci chain is grown recursively by repeated application of the
inflation rule~\cite{kohmoto1,kohmoto2} $L \rightarrow LS$ and $S \rightarrow L$,
where $L$ and $S$ stand for two ``bonds", viz., long bond and short bond
respectively. The first few generations are,
\begin{center}
$G_{1}$:$L$, $G_{2}$:$LS$, $G_{3}$:$LSL$, $G_{4}$:$LSLLS$
\end{center}
and so on. The number of $L$ bonds and the number of $S$ bonds bear the golden
ratio $\tau=(\sqrt{5}+1)/2$ in the thermodynamic limit.

Depending on the nearest neighbor bond environment, we identify three
kinds of sites, viz., $\alpha$ (red dots), $\beta$ (dark blue dots),
and $\gamma$ (light blue dots) -- flanked by $L$-$L$, $L$-$S$ and
$S$-$L$ bonds respectively as shown in Fig.~\ref{system}. Periodic
finite QD arrays of identical size (having $N+1$ QDs in each array) are
side-attached to every $\alpha$, $\beta$, and $\gamma$ sites,
while an extra QD array of size $N+2$ is hung from each $\alpha$ site,
which couples to it through a coupling strength $\lambda$ as shown in
Fig.~\ref{system}, $N$ being any positive integer. We adopt a
tight-binding formalism and incorporate only nearest
neighbor hopping. Within the framework of non-interacting electron
picture, the tight-binding Hamiltonian of the system can be expressed as,
\begin{eqnarray}
{\bm{H}}={\bm{H}}_{backbone}+{\bm{H}}_{upperchains}+{\bm{H}}_{lowerchains}\nonumber\\
\qquad +{\bm{H}}_{backbone\text{-}upperchains}+{\bm{H}}_{backbone\text{-}lowerchains}
\label{hamilton}
\end{eqnarray}
where,
\begin{align*}
&{\bm{H}}_{backbone}=\sum\limits_{i}\epsilon_{i}c_{i}^{\dag}c_{i} +
\sum\limits_{\langle ij \rangle}\big(t_{ij}c_{i}^{\dag}c_{j}+h.c.\big) \\
&{\bm{H}}_{upperchains}=\sum\limits_{\alpha,\beta,\gamma\ \text{sites}}
\bigg[\sum\limits_{\mu=1}^{N+1}\epsilon_{\mu}d_{\mu}^{\dag}d_{\mu} +
\sum\limits_{\langle \mu\nu \rangle}
\big(t_{\mu\nu}d_{\mu}^{\dag}d_{\nu}+h.c.\big)\bigg] \\
&{\bm{H}}_{lowerchains}=\sum\limits_{\alpha\ \text{sites}}
\bigg[\sum\limits_{\mu=1}^{N+2}\epsilon_{\mu}d_{\mu}^{\dag}d_{\mu} +
\sum\limits_{\langle \mu\nu \rangle}
\big(t_{\mu\nu}d_{\mu}^{\dag}d_{\nu}+h.c.\big)\bigg] \\
&{\bm{H}}_{backbone\text{-}upperchains}=\sum\limits_{\alpha,\beta,\gamma\ \text{sites}}
\xi\big(c_{i}^{\dag}d_{1}+d_{1}^{\dag}c_{i}\big) \\
&{\bm{H}}_{backbone\text{-}lowerchains}=\sum\limits_{\alpha\ \text{sites}}
\lambda\big(c_{i}^{\dag}d_{1}+d_{1}^{\dag}c_{i}\big)
\end{align*}
In the above, $c_{i}^{\dag}(c_{i})$ and $d_{\mu}^{\dag}(d_{\mu})$ represent the
creation (annihilation) operators for the backbone and dangling QD arrays
respectively. $\epsilon_{i}$ is the on-site potential of an $i$-th atomic
site along the Fibonacci backbone of the lattice, which may take three different
values, viz., $\epsilon_{\alpha}$, $\epsilon_{\beta}$, and $\epsilon_{\gamma}$
corresponding to three different kinds of sites as mentioned above. The
nearest neighbor hopping integral $t_{ij}$ takes two values $t_{L}$ and $t_{S}$
for electron hopping along the $L$ and $S$ bond respectively. $\epsilon_{\mu}$ is
the value of on-site energy at an atomic site in the dangling chains, which will
assume a constant value equal to $\epsilon_{0}$ for all the QDs in an array.
The hopping integral along a dangling QD array also assumes a constant value
$t_{\mu\nu}=\xi$, and $\lambda$ is the coupling strength of the extra QD
arrays coupled to each $\alpha$-site.
\subsection{Renormalization into an effective system}
\label{subsec2.2}
The dangling chains are ``folded back" into the backbone using a RSRG decimation
scheme~\cite{jana}. As a result, the on-site energy of
the renormalized atomic sites gets dressed up, which we may call
a kind of ``self energy" of the effective atomic sites.
\begin{figure}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=8cm,angle=0]{renormalized_system.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Schematic view of renormalized version of the
original system. The side-attached dangling QD arrays are folded into
effective atomic sites shown by encircled dots.}
\label{decimated system}
\end{figure}
This is demonstrated
pictorially in Fig.~\ref{decimated system} and the renormalized on-site
potentials of the effective sites are given by,
\begin{equation}
\begin{aligned}
\Sigma_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\alpha}+\Delta\\
\Sigma_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\beta}+\Delta\\
\Sigma_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{\gamma}+\Delta\\
\Sigma_{0}=\epsilon_{0}+\Delta
\end{aligned}
\label{selfeng}
\end{equation}
In the above equations, $\Delta$ is the term which contains the entire
information about the folded periodic finite size QD arrays and is given by,
\begin{equation}
\Delta=\dfrac{\xi (E-\epsilon_{0})U_{N-1}(x)-\xi^{2} U_{N-2}(x)}
{(E-\epsilon_{0})U_{N}(x)-\xi U_{N-1}(x)}, \quad \text{for}\ N\geq 1
\label{delta}
\end{equation}
where, $U_{N}(x)=2xU_{N-1}(x)-U_{N-2}(x)$, for $N \geq 1$ is the Chebyshev polynomial
of second kind, with $U_{-1}=0$, $U_{0}=1$, and $x=1/2[\text{Tr}({\bm M})]$,
${\bm M}$ being the $2 \times 2$ transfer matrix of the form,
\begin{equation*}
{\bm M}=
\left( {\def1.5}\begin{array}{cc{1.5}\begin{array}{cc}
(E-\epsilon_{0})/\xi & -1 \\
1 & 0 \\
\end{array} } \right)
\end{equation*}
for the atomic sites in the QD arrays.

Now we have a renormalized system
with effective atomic sites arranged in a Fibonacci order along the
backbone and each effective $\alpha$-sites is now coupled to an
effective dangling QD through a coupling strength $\lambda$
(Fig.~\ref{decimated system}). We can easily decimate out the
dangling ``effective" QD, which will make the system into an
effective 1-d Fibonacci array of renormalized atomic sites with
renormalized on-site potentials, viz.,
${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha}=\Sigma_{\alpha}+\lambda^{2}/(E-\Sigma_{0})$,
${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}=\Sigma_{\beta}$, and
${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma}=\Sigma_{\gamma}$ as depicted in
Fig.~\ref{effective system}.
\begin{figure}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=8cm,angle=0]{effective_system.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Effective 1-d Fibonacci array of atomic
sites obtained by decimating the dangling renormalized QDs at the
$\alpha$-sites in figure~\ref{decimated system}.}
\label{effective system}
\end{figure}
Actually the on-site potentials at
the $\beta$ and $\gamma$ sites do not get modified, but the to make
the notations consistent we have renamed $\Sigma_{\beta}$ and
$\Sigma_{\gamma}$ as ${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}$
and ${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma}$ respectively.

Using the Fibonacci growth-rule in the reverse direction it is simple to
rescale any generation of the effective 1-d Fibonacci system
into its earlier generation~\cite{arunava3}. The renormalized values of
the on-site energy and hopping integrals
can be expressed by the following relations:
\begin{equation}
\begin{aligned}
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha}(n+1)={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma}(n)+
\dfrac{t_{L}^{2}(n)+t_{S}^{2}(n)}{E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}(n)}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}(n+1)={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma}(n)+
\dfrac{t_{S}^{2}(n)}{E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}(n)}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma}(n+1)={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha}(n)+
\dfrac{t_{L}^{2}(n)}{E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}(n)}\\
&t_{L}(n+1)=\dfrac{t_{L}(n)t_{S}(n)}{E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta}(n)}\\
&t_{S}(n+1)=t_{L}(n)
\end{aligned}
\label{recursion1}
\end{equation}
where, $n$ indicates the stage of renormalization.
These recursion relations are used to obtain the energy spectrums of the
system and are presented in the next the section.
\section{Energy spectrums of the system}
\label{sec3}
\subsection{Condition for obtaining the absolutely continuous bands}
\label{subsec3.1}
The renormalized effective 1-d Fibonacci chain is described by a
set of three transfer matrices~\cite{kohmoto2},
viz., ${\bm{M_{\alpha}}}$, ${\bm{M_{\beta}}}$,
and ${\bm{M_{\gamma}}}$. The expressions for the three transfer matrices are,
\begin{equation}
\begin{aligned}
&{\bm{M_{\alpha}}}=
\left( {\def1.5}\begin{array}{cc{1.5}\begin{array}{cc}
(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha})/t_{L} & -1 \\
1 & 0 \\
\end{array} } \right)\\
&{\bm{M_{\beta}}}=
\left( {\def1.5}\begin{array}{cc{1.5}\begin{array}{cc}
(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta})/t_{S} & -t_{L}/t_{S} \\
1 & 0 \\
\end{array} } \right)\\
&{\bm{M_{\gamma}}}=
\left( {\def1.5}\begin{array}{cc{1.5}\begin{array}{cc}
(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma})/t_{L} & -t_{S}/t_{L} \\
1 & 0 \\
\end{array} } \right)
\end{aligned}
\label{matrices}
\end{equation}
and, ${\bm{M_{\alpha}}}$ and ${\bm{M_{\gamma\beta}}}=
{\bm{M_{\gamma}}}.{\bm{M_{\beta}}}$ follow an arrangement in the
Fibonacci sequence. It can be easily verified that, if we choose
$\epsilon_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{0}$ and
$t_{L} \neq t_{S}$, then the commutator
$\left[{\bm{M_{\alpha}}},{\bm{M_{\gamma\beta}}}\right]$ vanishes
{\it irrespective of the energy $E$}, if we set
$\lambda=\sqrt{t_{S}^{2}-t_{L}^{2}}$. So, under this condition, when the
transfer matrices corresponding to $\alpha$ clusters and
the $\beta\text{-}\gamma$ clusters commute, they can be arranged
in any desired fashion, say, for example, in a perfectly periodic pattern.
The spectrum offered by a periodic arrangement of building blocks is an
absolutely continuous one. Once the commutator
$\left[{\bm{M_{\alpha}}},{\bm{M_{\gamma\beta}}}\right]$ is made to vanish, the
entire Fibonacci lattice can be thought to be equivalent with two periodic infinite
sub-lattices, one comprising the ``renormalized" $\alpha$-sites alone, and the
other formed by a periodically repeating cluster of $\beta\gamma$ pairs. Each
subsystem has its own continuous energy spectrum with a
band-multiplicity that arises out of the side-coupled QD array.
\begin{figure*}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=15cm,angle=0]{LDOS.eps}
\caption{(Color online) LDOS-$E$ spectrum at an $\alpha$-site of the system.
The upper panel shows the LDOS-$E$ spectrum under the suitable resonance
condition, while the lower panel represents the LDOS-$E$ spectrum for a $50\%$
deviation from the desired resonance condition. In (a) and (c) number of
atomic sites in each lower chain is $5$ and in each upper chain is $4$, while
for (b) and (d) those are set equal to $7$ and $6$ respectively. The values of
other parameters are $\epsilon_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{0}=0$,
$t_{L}=1$, $t_{S}=2$, and $\xi=1$. For upper panel value of $\lambda=\sqrt{3}$, and for
lower panel $\lambda=\sqrt{3}/2$ which is a $50\%$ deviation from the resonance value.}
\label{ldos}
\end{figure*}
Most interestingly,
the separate band structure arising in these two cases map onto each other,
giving rise to a unique, absolutely continuous energy spectrum as verified
by an extensive numerical work. This conclusively leads to the existence of a dense,
gapless set of extended eigenfunctions when the resonance condition is satisfied. The
fragmented, multifractal character of a typical Fibonacci quasicrystal disappears and
all the eigenstates populating the continuous subbands are of extended character.
\subsection{Local density of states}
\label{subsec3.2}
The local density of states (LDOS) at an $\alpha$, $\beta$ or $\gamma$ is obtained by
calculating the respective local Green's function
$G_{00}^{i}=(E+i\delta-\epsilon_{i}^{\ast})^{-1}$, where, $i=\alpha$, $\beta$ or $\gamma$.
$\delta$ is a very small imaginary part added to the energy $E$, and $\epsilon_{i}^{\ast}$
represents the fixed point value of the respective on-site potential
as the hopping integrals flows to zero under RSRG iterations of Eq.~\eqref{recursion1}. The
LDOS is given by,
\begin{equation}
\rho_{i}(E)= \lim_{\delta \rightarrow 0}\,\left[-\dfrac{1}{\pi}\,
\text{Im}\,\big(G_{00}^{i}\big)\right]
\end{equation}
The results are presented in Fig.~\ref{ldos}. We have verified that the LDOS at an
$\alpha$, or $\beta$, or $\gamma$ site turns out to be the same. So to save space we
have presented the LDOS at an $\alpha$-site only.
In the upper panel of Fig.~\ref{ldos}, we have shown the LDOS at an $\alpha$-site under
the resonance condition. We have set
$\epsilon_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{0}=0$,
$t_{L}=1$, $t_{S}=2$, $\xi=1$, and $\lambda=\sqrt{3}$. As we set $\lambda=\sqrt{3}$, which
satisfies the desired condition for matrix commutation as described in Sec.~\ref{subsec3.1},
it triggers absolutely continuous subbands in the energy spectra (Fig.~\ref{ldos}(a) and (b)).

We have minutely examined each of these continuum sub-bands for a very fine
scanning of the energy interval, and the continua still persist. This confirms
the robustness of these continuum subbands under the resonance condition. The
values of the hopping integrals $t_{L}$ and $t_{S}$ remains non-zero over
arbitrarily large number of RSRG iteration steps for any energy inside each of these
continuous subbands. This proves the extended nature of the electronic
eigenstates in each of these subbands. This fact is corroborated by an prominent
enhancement of two-terminal transport through the system under the resonance
condition which will be described in section~\ref{sec4}. The number and the position
of such subbands are sensitive to number of atomic sites in the side-attached chains.
This fact is elucidated in Fig.~\ref{ldos}(a) and (b). In Fig.~\ref{ldos}(a),
number of sites in each lower chain is set equal to $5$ and in each upper chain is
set equal to $4$ respectively, and for Fig.~\ref{ldos}(b) these are $7$
and $6$ respectively. Clearly, the number and position of subbands in the two
cases change.

As we turn away from the resonance condition, the continua in the energy spectra
get destroyed, and the typical Cantor set singular continuous energy spectra of a
quasiperiodic system returns. This is shown in the lower panel panel of
Fig.~\ref{ldos}, where we have set $\lambda=\sqrt{3}/2$ which is a $50\%$
deviation from its resonance value. All other parameters remain same as in
upper panel of Fig.~\ref{ldos}. However, isolated extended states still
exists in such cases. These can be evaluated exactly.
\subsection{The energy eigenvalue distribution}
\label{subsec3.3}
We have explored the energy eigenvalue distribution (Fig.~\ref{engspectra})
as a function of the coupling strength $\lambda$ of the dangling chains with
the $\alpha$-sites.
\begin{figure}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=8cm,angle=0]{Spectrum.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Distribution of energy eigenvalues spectrum of the
proposed system as a function of the coupling
strength $\lambda$. We have chosen
$\epsilon_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{0}=0$,
$t_{L}=1$, $t_{S}=2$, and $\xi=1$. Number of sites in each side-coupled lower
chain is set to $5$ and in each upper chain is set to $4$.}
\label{engspectra}
\end{figure}
Fig.~\ref{engspectra} is representative of an infinite system. In Fig.~\ref{engspectra} we
observe formation of multiple bands and gaps in the energy eigenvalue spectrum as we vary the
value of $\lambda$. For values of $\lambda$ away from $\sqrt{3}$, the spectrum shows the
fragmentation with relatively dense packing of energy eigenvalue around certain energy
intervals which basically are due to isolated extended states (or, at least states with a
large localization length) clustered together. Band-crossing is, in general avoided in
such cases. With $\lambda$ close to the resonance value of $\sqrt{3}$, absolutely
continuous sub-bands start dominating the spectrum, and multifractality disappears.
\section{Two terminal transmission characteristics}
\label{sec4}
To obtain the the two-terminal transmission characteristics of the system, we clamp the system
between two semi-infinite ordered leads, viz., source and drain (Fig.~\ref{esebridge}). The
leads are characterized by uniform on-site potential $\epsilon_{\mathcal{L}}$ and nearest
neighbor hopping integral $\tau_{\mathcal{L}}$.
\begin{figure}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=8.5cm,angle=0]{ESE-Bridge.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Schematic view of the system clamped between two semi-infinite
ordered leads, viz., source and drain.}
\label{esebridge}
\end{figure}
We renormalize the system clamped between the two leads into an effective dimer
by decimating out the internal sites selectively. To get unique recursion
relations at the two boundary sites of the system, we consider system with odd
generation index only. This should be appreciated that, as we interested to
look at the behavior of transmission characteristics of a large finite size system,
by choosing system with odd generation index only we do not lose any physics
whatsoever. Instead of deflation rule used in Sec.~\ref{subsec2.2}, we now
use an alternative deflation rule
$LSL \rightarrow L^{\prime}$ and $LS \rightarrow S^{\prime}$~\cite{arunava1}.
By using this deflation rule, staring with an $(2n+1)$-th generation Fibonacci system,
decimation of $n$ steps converts it into an effective dimer with two renormalized
atomic sites having effective on-site potentials
${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{l}^{\ast}$ and ${\tilde{\epsilon}}_{r}^{\ast}$
(for the ``left" and ``right" edge sites) and are connected to each other by an effective
hopping integral $t_{L}^{\ast}$. The recursion relations arises out of this
decimation procedure are given by,
\begin{figure*}[ht]
\centering
\includegraphics[clip,width=15cm,angle=0]{Transmission.eps}
\caption{(Color online) Transmission characteristics of a $9$-th generation system
as a function of the energy $E$. (a) represents the transmission characteristics
under the resonance condition ($\lambda=\sqrt{3}$) and (b) is for the $50\%$ deviation
from the resonance condition. Number of sites in each side-coupled lowerchain is
$5$ and in each upper chain is $4$. The values of other parameters are
$\epsilon_{\alpha}=\epsilon_{\beta}=\epsilon_{\gamma}=\epsilon_{0}=0$,
$\epsilon_{l}=\epsilon_{r}=0$, $t_{L}=1$, $t_{S}=2$, and $\xi=1$.
The lead parameters chosen $\epsilon_{\mathcal{L}}=0$ and $t_{\mathcal{L}}=2$.}
\label{trans}
\end{figure*}
\begin{equation}
\begin{aligned}
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha,n}={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha,n-1}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{X}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{Y}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\beta,n}={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\alpha,n-1}+
\dfrac{t_{L,n-1}^{2}}{E_{\beta,n-1}}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{Y}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma,n}={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{\gamma,n-1}+
\dfrac{t_{S,n-1}^{2}}{E_{\beta,n-1}}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{X}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{l,n}={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{l,n-1}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{X}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}\\
&{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{r,n}={\tilde{\epsilon}}_{r,n-1}+
\dfrac{\mathcal{Y}_{n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}}\\
&t_{L,n}=\dfrac{t_{L,n-1}^{2}t_{S,n-1}}{\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}},\quad
t_{S,n}=\dfrac{t_{L,n-1}t_{S,n-1}}{E_{\beta,n-1}}
\end{aligned}
\label{recursion2}
\end{equation}
where, $\mathcal{X}_{n-1}=t_{L,n-1}^{2}E_{\gamma,n-1}$,
$\mathcal{Y}_{n-1}=t_{L,n-1}^{2}E_{\beta,n-1}$,
$\mathcal{Z}_{n-1}=E_{\beta,n-1}E_{\gamma,n-1}-t_{S,n-1}^{2}$, and
$E_{j,n-1}=(E-\epsilon_{j,n-1})$ for $j=\alpha,\ \beta,\ \gamma$.
The transmission coefficient across the effective di-atomic system is
given by~\cite{stone},
\begin{eqnarray}
&T=\dfrac{4\sin^{2}ka}{\mathcal{A}^{2}+\mathcal{B}^{2}} \nonumber\\
&\text{with,}\quad \mathcal{A}=[(P_{12}-P_{21})+(P_{11}-P_{22})\cos ka] \nonumber\\
&\text{and}\quad \mathcal{B}=[(P_{11}+P_{22})\sin ka]
\end{eqnarray}
where,
$P_{11} =[(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{l}^{\ast})(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{r}^{\ast})]/
t_{L}^{\ast}\tau_{\mathcal{L}}
-t_{L}^{\ast}/\tau_{\mathcal{L}},\
P_{12} =-(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{r}^{\ast})/t_{L}^{\ast},\
P_{21} =(E-{\tilde{\epsilon}}_{l}^{\ast})/t_{L}^{\ast},\
P_{22} =-\tau_{\mathcal{L}}/t_{L}^{\ast}$ are the matrix elements of the transfer
matrix for the effective di-atomic system, and
$\cos ka = (E-\epsilon_{\mathcal{L}})/2\tau_{\mathcal{L}}$, `$a$' being
the lattice constant of the leads and is set to unity throughout the calculation.

In Fig.~\ref{trans} we have presented the transmission characteristics of a $9$-th
generation system.
As we tune the value of $\lambda$ to $\sqrt{3}$, which is the resonance value of
$\lambda$, the transmittance of the system gets enhanced significantly as apparent
from Fig.~\ref{trans}(a). This result is at par with the results discussed in
Sec.~\ref{sec3} and confirms the extended character of the corresponding electronic
eigenstates. The oscillation in the $T$-$E$ profile is due to the finite dangling chains,
where a standing wave pattern is formed. In Fig.~\ref{trans}(a) we observe several
high-transmission zones separated by zero-transmission zones. This feature can be
useful in designing small scale novel filtering devices with such systems.
The effect of deviation from the resonance condition on the transmission coefficient
$T$ is shown in Fig.~\ref{trans}(b), where we have chosen $\lambda=\sqrt{3}/2$, which
is the $50\%$ deviated value of $\lambda$ from its resonance value. The transmission
characteristics under this condition exhibit a highly fluctuating behavior indicating
poor conducting nature of a quasiperiodic system in general. Sudden bursts of
transmission peaks are due to the formation of isolated extended states as mentioned
earlier.
\section{Conclusion}
\label{sec5}
In conclusion, we have studied the electronic energy spectrum and transmission
characteristics of a model Fibonacci quasiperiodic system with side-coupled periodic
QD arrays within a tight-binding framework. The local density of states and
the transmission coefficient are computed using an RSRG analysis. The major result
is that, we are able to find a certain relationship between the parameters of the
Hamiltonian of the system, which triggers absolutely continuous subbands in the
energy spectrum of the system. The extended nature of the electronic states under
the suitable resonance condition is affirmed by a prominent enhancement in the transmission
coefficient. The number and the position of the continuous subbands can be controlled
by tuning the number of atomic sites in the side-attached chains. This opens up
a possibility of devising nanoscale electronic filtering devices with such systems.
We have investigated the effect of side-attachments on a
Fibonacci type backbone -- this study can be carried over to some other
quasiperiodic structures like copper mean, Thue-Morse etc. with side-attached
periodic chains.

Before we end, it is to be appreciated that the central
method presented in this communication is applicable to a variety of building
blocks arranged in a completely disordered fashion. The results indicate a
unique delocalization of electronic state contrary to the canonical case of
Anderson localization.
\begin{acknowledgements}
The author is thankful to Prof. Arunava Chakrabarti for his illuminating comments
and suggestions during the preparation of the manuscript and acknowledges DST,
India for providing funding through an INSPIRE fellowship.
\end{acknowledgements}

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L. Ron Hubbard: A Profile
An Introduction to L. Ron Hubbard
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The L. Ron Hubbard Series
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"If things were a little better known and understood, we would all lead happier lives. And there is a way to know them and there is a way to freedom…"
— L. Ron Hubbard
THE GRAND ENTRANCE HALL
For more than 200 years, visitors were introduced to Saint Hill Manor through this Grand Entrance Hall. Today, the room stands much as it did when L. Ron Hubbard resided here. Among other notable furniture pieces are the 19th century mahogany Cardinal Chairs at either side of the entry table. The Georgian oak panelling and floors are original to the building. In 2011, all was painstakingly restored employing methods and materials from the 1790s. The wall medallions surrounding the Grand Entrance Hall depict elements from the official Hubbard family coat of arms.The centre medallion of the crest bearsthe motto "Honestas Fidelitas Libertas," meaning "Honesty, Trust, Freedom.
The Spanish black marble columns, installed by the Maharajah of Jaipur, serve as a portal to the Inner Hall. The Marquina marble, imported from the Vizcaya province north of Madrid, is distinguished by its sheen and pearl-white veinage. The French doors at the end of the Inner Hall lead to the terrace and views of the estate and Saint Hill greens beyond.
During Mr. Hubbard's residency, the Lounge was used both for receiving guests to the Manor and for family gatherings. Mr. Hubbard was a long-time member of the world famed Explorers Club and the gold leafed alcoves hold treasures from expeditions he conducted through the 1930s and 1940s. The Canadian red pine panelling was added in the late 19th century, conforming to the Regency style of the day. Recent restoration uncovered a fascinating bit of lost architectural history: beneath the Regency woodwork, the original Georgian oak panelling remains intact.
An elaborate interior portico leads from the Lounge to the conservatory, or Winter Garden. Throughout Mr. Hubbard's residency, the Winter Garden served as a dining room. It was also the traditional site for the Saint Hill Christmas tree. The rare 1852 Erard grand piano has been a fixture in the Winter Garden since Mr. Hubbard acquired the instrument from Paris in 1959.
THE OFFICE OF L. Ron HUBBARD
It was from this office L. Ron Hubbard, as the first Executive Director of the Church of Scientology, oversaw the extraordinary growth of the religion through the early and mid-1960s. In evidence of that expansive era, (at the corner of the room, left)stands a British-made Creed and Company telex machine—a rarity of the day. It was installed to facilitate communication with Churches from Africa to the Americas. Mr. Hubbard personally directed the design and décor of this office, among other appointments of note are the nautical-styled wall sconces (reflecting his life-long love of the sea), the custom-made light oak desk and the red leather banquettes designed as seating for his staff.
Saint Hill employees passing outside Mr. Hubbard's office frequently heard him on the Wurlitzer organ and innovative Melletron electronic keyboard. His Melletron was among the first in the United Kingdom. Mr. Hubbard's office further retains decorative accents from the residency of Dr. Edgar March Crookshank. Among the most notable are the 12th century Raspuite tiles adorning the mantelpiece.
One of the most widely acclaimed authors of all time, L. Ron Hubbard's legacy comprises more than 80 million written and recorded words. The span of his 50-year career is represented on the shelves of the Saint Hill Library. With works translated in some 90 languages and more than 280 million copies in circulation across some 150 nations, Mr. Hubbard is recognised by Guinness World Records as the most translated and published author in the world.
THE MONKEY ROOM
The Monkey Room draws its name from the mural painted by John Spencer Churchill, nephew of Sir Winston Churchill. This unique work measures 35 metres in length and 3.5 metres high. Mr. Churchill researched and sketched various species of monkeys at the London Zoo in preparation for the piece. He painted the mural over a two-month period, depicting more than 140 monkeys of 20 different species at leisure and play in an Arcadian landscape. Mr. Churchill wrote of the mural: "Much as I tried to prevent it happening, the monkeys resembled human beings; the brazzar monkey, for instance, is very like Sir Thomas Beecham." A capuchin monkey standing before an easel with brush in hand portrays Mr. Churchill's famous uncle. Fine art conservationists recently restored and cleaned the mural. To help preserve the piece well into the future, a custom temperature and humidity control system was installed in the Monkey Room. And while it still admirably serves its original purpose as a ballroom, it also now makes for an elegant tea room, where guests may gather through all seasons of the year.
THE DARKROOMS
Selling his first photograph to the National Geographic while still in his teens, L. Ron Hubbard was an award-winning photographer and lifetime member of the Royal Photographic Society. Consequently, his darkroom in the basement at Saint Hill features a fully professional developing and printing line, replete with an Ilford Micromatic enlarger—state-of-the-art for its time and still cherished by photographic enthusiasts.
L. Ron Hubbard and his 1960 XK-150 S Jaguar became a legendary feature along winding, hedge-lined roads of East Grinstead. Mr. Hubbard's Jaguar is one of only 25 "fixed head coupes" (sports car with a hardtop) built in that production year. He regularly employed his Jaguar as a "camera car" for photographic outings. As he once quipped, "I regret to have to report to you that the Jaguar is leading me astray. I went out for a 15-minute run to get some air and came back three hours later."
Saint Hill Manor is the best example of Sussex sandstone structure in existence. Saint Hill has only had a half a dozen owners. It will be continued in its original status as a Manor House."
A BRIEF HISTORY OF SAINT HILL MANOR
While internationally renowned as the home of L. Ron Hubbard, Founder of Dianetics and Scientology, Saint Hill Manor is also among the most historically significant estates in Sussex. The first record of Saint Hill appears in 1567, when Stephen Bord of Cuckfield left in his will one cottage and 12 acres of pasture held by "Thomas Nicholas of his Manor of Saynt Hill." The old English translation of "Saynt" is "singed or burnt," a reference to the practice of clearing sites through burning.
It would be another 150 years before Saint Hill (by then spelt in its Latin form) would again appear in public records. The entry dating from 1715 cites acquisition of the property by John Crawfurd of Ardmillan, Scotland. Crawfurd went on to build a family home on the site of the present Saint Hill Manor, completing construction in 1733. Today, a water colour of Crawfurd's Jacobean style house, painted by renowned landscapist James Lambert of Lewes, resides in the British Museum's Burrell Manuscripts Collection.
In 1792, eldest son and heir Gibbs Crawfurd pulled down the Jacobean house to build a home of "domestic comfort and luxury." After hiring local stonemason Henry Pocock, construction began on the grand country manor that stands today. The structure, a fine example of the Late Georgian style, was built with locally quarried Sussex sandstone. While the building's architect cannot be fully confirmed, surviving construction records strongly suggest the Manor was in part the work of Benjamin Henry Latrobe, most noted for his designs of the United States Capital building and the White House.
According to Crawfurd family history, Saint Hill passed from Gibbs to his oldest son, Charles, who in turn bequeathed the estate to his only son, Robert, in 1814. Robert, the last of the Crawfurd line to reside in the Manor, served as a magistrate and was instrumental in establishing East Grinstead's first railway line.
By the late 19th century, Saint Hill was home to Dr. Edgar March Crookshank, a physician decorated for service to the British Armed Forces and renowned microbiologist who founded one of the world's first bacteriological laboratories.
Under Crookshank's stewardship, the estate greatly expanded: first with the east and west wing additions to the Manor house, then with the building of the South Lodge and gates in 1892 and the North Lodge and stables five years later. The lake and a lily pond (now site of the swimming pool) were also constructed over the course of Crookshank's residence.
During the Second World War, Mrs. Neville Laskey lived in the mansion. She opened its doors to convalescing Royal Air Force officers, patients of Sir Archibald McIndoe, a pioneer in reconstructive surgery working at East Grinstead's Queen Victoria Hospital.
Then, in October 1945, Mrs. Margaret Biddle, wife of an American Ambassador in Europe, purchased Saint Hill Estate. Whilst only owning the Manor for two years, she made a great many upgrades to the 30-room mansion, not the least of which was modernising the plumbing. However, the addition Mrs. Biddle is most remembered for is the whimsical mural she commissioned for the Manor ballroom by artist John Spencer Churchill, nephew of Sir Winston Churchill.
Saint Hill became the home of the Maharajah of Jaipur, India in the late 40s. During his decade of ownership the Maharajah added a number of fine antique Indian and European fixtures to the residence.
L. Ron Hubbard acquired Saint Hill Manor and some 60 surrounding acres in March 1959. The Manor served as Mr. Hubbard's home and worldwide headquarters for the Scientology religion until 1967.
In commemoration of L. Ron Hubbard's Centennial (1911–2011) Saint Hill Manor underwent meticulous renovation and restoration by England's premier conservation design firms.
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Riding BART could become a lot cheaper for senior and disabled transit riders in San Francisco.
BART's governing board is scheduled to consider a pilot project today that would allow eligible participants to ride BART or Muni within San Francisco for a set amount of $10 per month. Senior and disabled riders already can use a special Municipal Railway Fast Pass, a discounted monthly pass, costing $10, that is good for unlimited rides on the Muni system, but not on BART, which has eight stations in San Francisco that stretch from the Embarcadero to Balboa Park.
BART now offers senior and disabled riders the opportunity to purchase $24 worth of rides for $9. By consolidating the discount passes for both agencies, frequent users could see a big savings.
The regular, nondiscounted Fast Pass, which costs $45 per month, already is good for use on Muni and BART within San Francisco.
"It's an issue of fairness and equity," said Bob Planthold, a disabled transit activist who has spent years lobbying for the program. "Able-bodied people (with Fast Passes) get to ride BART for free in San Francisco. We don't."
He said the two agencies also would benefit. BART would see more revenue, he said, and Muni will see some relief from overcrowding on its Mission Street buses if, as expected, more people switch from Muni to BART to travel between downtown and the Mission.
Initially, just 2,000 of the new BART/Muni passes would be made available each month, and participants would be selected through a random drawing. Those picked, however, would be allowed to buy the dual-agency pass for up to six months.
The experimental program is expected to last up to 18 months. Even if the BART board gives the go-ahead today, it's not anticipated to be available for another year.
Despite an extended campaign by advocates for the senior and disabled communities, BART and Muni officials cannot agree on exactly how the discount pass program would work. One sticking point has been money.
Under the proposal, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, which runs Muni, would reimburse BART 53.5 cents per trip. That amounts to 2.5 cents less per trip than BART now makes from using its existing discounted fares cards for seniors and the disabled. The regular charge for a BART ride within San Francisco is $1.50.


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The 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards: Winners
See who won what at this morning's ceremony
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Following a showstopping red carpet, the 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards took place this morning in Los Angeles, Californina. Find out who took home a trophy below...
There are a certain few who are reaping the rewards of their hard work this past year at the 2018 awards ceremonies. The 24th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards nominees list was relatively similar to that of the Golden Globes and the Critics' Choice Awards with many of the same names taking out the top prizes.
Once the red carpet was finished, the A-list headed into the ceremony to see who was amongst this year's winners. Big Little Lies and This Is Us both took out some of TV's biggest awards, whilst Allison Janney won yet again for her role in Margot Robbie's I, Tonya. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri also continued its winning streak.
See the full list of winners below:
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role
Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
Alexander Skarsgard, Big Little Lies
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
Nicole Kidman, Big Little Lies
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series
Sterling K. Brown, This Is Us
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series
William H. Macy, Shameless
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Veep
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Comedy or Drama Series
Now, see all of the looks from the red carpet.
Announced: The 2018 Screen Actors Guild Award nominees are...
23rd Critics' Choice Awards: Winners
The 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards: Red carpet


Do you look like Meg Tilly?
Thanks to the courage of one such lady (who will remain nameless), I am pleased to post the series of images below. One line is of Meg, then below that is our first candidate. This picture is not what I'm hoping or expecting to receive, but thought it was a great job and amazing enough to use to HOPEFULLY get things rolling!
These pictures come from Vanessa, and it was her friend who suggested she send them in. Thank you, Vanessa... you've helped expand our page!
Yahoo! More entries! Here we have submissions from Jenny and Nicole. (Isn't Nicky's kitty cute?) Thanks very much for your photos - you've helped a lot!
The following entry is Felisa who is from Latvia. Personally, I thought Felisa looks more like Jennifer T. than Meg, but that's just me. Besides, in the email sent with the pictures, it says "if Meg ever needs someone to play younger sister, here she is." Couldn't say it better myself!
Just when I'm about to give up, along comes a "Chopstix" to join our little party. Oh.. that's actually her online nickname, not my personal comment! I'm very pleased to add these pictures - for some reason, they make me think of what Meg might have looked like before she found the spotlight. So, with my faith renewed, here is "Chopstix" - thank you!
'Oh it never rains in Southern California..." but there's a very nice Raine that's got it going on further north! Meet 'Raine', the latest generous young lady willing to share her pictures. I've really come to enjoy this page and the submissions I am lucky enough to receive - I get to meet (in an email, cyber-space sort of way) the most interesting people! Here are your pictures, Raine - hope you approve of the ones I chose to use. Thank you!
For anyone wishing to send in a picture, I can handle just about any format, and it can be a single picture or a series like above. Basically, I just hope some of you will join in and help build this page. I will not reveal any information about you that you don't want, or can add your first name if you'd like. All I ask is that any pictures you send be clear and not too tiny!
Thanks, and this could be lots of fun but I need your input!


(TeamRock Radio) Vimic have released a video for their track My Fate. Former Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison unveiled the band last month, saying he opted to rename his former group, Scar The Martyr, and bring a new vocalist Kalen Chase and keyboard player Matt Tarrach.
They hope to release their debut album Open Your Omen later this year via Roadrunner Records - and previously showcased the tracks She Sees Everything and Simple Skeletons.
Jordison previously said: "I decided I wanted to start fresh - I did not want to keep rehashing old ideas. If I am going to keep going, I really just wanted to break loose and wipe the slate clean." Watch the video here.


I read on a blog by Ian Delaney that about 2 weeks ago there was a round table meeting in the UK with several Yahoo folk which included Bradley Horowitz whom Ian took the liberty of describing his job description as someone whose purpose is "making cool stuff happen". He goes over the details of this meeting that included several other digerati including Sam Sethi and several others. He goes on to talk about how Yahoo's plans are to continue leveraging existing properties and acquiring new ones all in an effort to better understand and serve their users.
But Yahoo wasn't just making a branding statement. Like Google and other media companies, its business, essentially, is in selling advertising. Understanding their users, getting hold of their lifestream, was revealed as a key strategy in its acquisitions.
I'm used to people tossing around nonsense-words like "leverage" and even "bio-break", but today things hit a new low with a discussion about "lifestreams" ("lives", you mean?) and how they need to be analysed or data-mined or what-have-you.
I'll agree with him on the non-sense words, but that's about it. He goes on to talk about the lack of of purpose quality content generated by social networks yet goes on to praise blogging as having created a revolution. Ummm…I've come across some blogs that I'd put some of the worst MySpace pages up against. Yes there are people who have Twitter as a source in their Lifestream and they may (as David put's it) add "I've had a sandwich", but hey in the virtual world just as in the real world, you get to choose who your friends are.
Now let me return to Bradley Horowitz for a little while. Ian linked to his blog which in turn linked to this article on the BBC. I'm not sure why he felt remorseful about the blurb because it was one of the most insightful pieces about some very exciting possibilities coming in the near future that I have read in a while. Apparently I wasn't the only one.
David described Bradley as an Evangelist (remember I'm only speculating here :)) as if that's a bad thing. I wouldn't expect anything less from someone in Bradley's position and the passion that he has regarding the future is evident from the story. I could go on by dissecting what he discusses and how it applies to Lifestreaming but I want you to go read it and I'm tired tonite but this post should definitely generate either some comments below or some discussions over at #Lifestream.
Bradley Horowitz is my new hero and David Meyer is now my nemesis…are you having a laugh?


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Q: Optimal (compromise) Path in a Graph based on two metrics (distance, cost) As you can see from my stats, I am pretty new in this forum, although I have been using stackoverflow.com for several years as a source of answers to my programming questions. I pray that you overlook any minor faux pas i may be committing and share your thoughts to my little issue below.
I am wondering if there is a routing/path-finding algorithm that is able find the optimum path over time and cost of possible routes. Ideally I could specify preference for time, cost, or best time at best cost.
I have been using the Dijksta Algorithm for routing a shortest Path on a directed and weighted rectangular network. All nodes are connected via directional edges to their left, right, up and down as well as their 45° neighbors. That means all nodes have 8 edges, minus the non-existing edges at the outside borders. All nodes are reachable, but the metric (distance) can be increased to reflect a higher cost. I can run the route finder with a different edge list on the same nodes, representing the cost (or distance) aspect when traversing them and so find the lowest Cost, or the fasted route. It gave me the shortest routes with the metrics of distance (1 or SQRT(2) for corner Edges).
Now I had been wondering about a way to mash up the distance and the cost aspect by simply multiplying them and so generating a mixed metric. What do you think about this approach, or is the a way to make a routing algorithm selecting a different "optimum" neighbor to find the best route either time, cost or compromise.
Thanks.

A: You can use any known algorithms(Dijkstra, Floyd–Warshall) in new algebra.
Think about your distance as a struct with two fields:
struct Distance {
    int cost, distance;
}

now you need to define operator< and operator+.
If you want best time at best cost, you should use:
bool operator<(Distance d1, Distance d2) {
   if (d1.cost == d2.cost)
       return d1.time1 < d2.time
   else
       return d1.cost < d2.cost;
}

or some weighting:
bool operator<(Distance d1, Distance d2) {
   return wCost*d1.cost + wDistance*d1.distance < wCost*d2.cost + wDistance*d2.distance
}

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