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Will Hicock Low (American, 1853-1932). Love Disarmed, 1889. Oil on panel, 36 3/16 x 36 1/8 in. (91.9 x 91.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Dick S. Ramsay Fund, Graham School of Design Fund, Caroline A.L. Pratt Fund, and Charles Stewart Smith Memorial Fund ., 79.36 (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 79.36_transp2709.jpg)
Will Hicock Low (American, 1853-1932). Love Disarmed, 1889. Oil on panel, 36 3/16 x 36 1/8 in. (91.9 x 91.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Dick S. Ramsay Fund, Graham School of Design Fund, Caroline A.L. Pratt Fund, and Charles Stewart Smith Memorial Fund ., 79.36 (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, CUR.79.36.jpg)
Will Hicock Low (American, 1853-1932). Love Disarmed, 1889. Oil on panel, 36 3/16 x 36 1/8 in. (91.9 x 91.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Dick S. Ramsay Fund, Graham School of Design Fund, Caroline A.L. Pratt Fund, and Charles Stewart Smith Memorial Fund ., 79.36 (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, CONS.79.36_1979_xrs_detail01.jpg)
Love Disarmed
Will Hicock Low
ARTIST Will Hicock Low, American, 1853-1932
MEDIUM Oil on panel
DIMENSIONS 36 3/16 x 36 1/8 in. (91.9 x 91.7 cm) (show scale)
SIGNATURE Signed lower right (last two initials in monogram): "WILL H LOW 1889 / copyright"
COLLECTIONS American Art
The American Renaissance: 1876-1917
ACCESSION NUMBER 79.36
CREDIT LINE Dick S. Ramsay Fund, Graham School of Design Fund, Caroline A.L. Pratt Fund, and Charles Stewart Smith Memorial Fund .
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CAPTION Will Hicock Low (American, 1853-1932). Love Disarmed, 1889. Oil on panel, 36 3/16 x 36 1/8 in. (91.9 x 91.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Dick S. Ramsay Fund, Graham School of Design Fund, Caroline A.L. Pratt Fund, and Charles Stewart Smith Memorial Fund ., 79.36 (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 79.36_transp2709.jpg)
IMAGE overall, 79.36_transp2709.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph
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Both Eyemouth RNLI lifeboats were launched at 8:15pm on Tuesday 12 June 2018 after it was reported to the UK Coastguard that a 12 metre yacht had run aground trying to enter Eyemouth harbour at low tide.
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For the third year in a row the White House Correspondents' Association is awarding ABC's Jake Tapper with the Merriman Smith Award for Broadcast Excellence in Presidential Coverage.
Tapper is receiving the award for breaking the news in August that Standard and Poor had decided to downgrade the U.S' credit rating.
"We don't get to say anything at these dinners – mercifully, for the audience – but if I got a chance there are two points I'd make. (Hopefully before the orchestra starting playing)," Tapper said in an email to FishbowlDC.
"First, there's no way I could ever even get my socks on in the morning , much less break news, were it not for my amazing and unbelievably tolerant and loving wife, and the most talented White House team a correspondent could have – ABC News' Stephanie Smith, Mary Bruce, Barry Freeman, Devin Dwyer, Jon Garcia and Ann Compton.
WaPo's Scott Wilson and Politico's Glenn Thrush, Carrie Budoff Brown, Manu Raju and John Bresnahan were also selected as recipients of the Merriman.
The WHCA will present the awards at the annual dinner on April 28.


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Liverpool v Southampton: The Must-See Stats Ahead Of Anfield Clash
"Nobody remembers that. It is really not a problem".
It's certainly true that Salah has worked hard defensively, and that he wasn't quite as sharp in front of goal at the start of last season as he was by the end - although he did manage three goals in first six games.
After a shoulder injury in May's Champions League final, Salah had a disappointing World Cup and on his return to English football does not yet look like the player who terrorised defences, scoring nearly at will.
Asked if he is surprised by Milner's performance this season, Klopp said in a press conference: "It's not just this season, past year he had most assists in Champions League".
The chorus of You'll Never Walk Alone under the lights is enough to pick up even the least motivated of players and the enthusiasm goes hand in hand with Jurgen Klopp's gegenpressing style.
"We don't expect that".
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Klopp's lack of concern over his form is supported by the 44 goals he scored in all competitions after a similarly slow start in his first season with the club. "It is completely normal everyone expects that". I never do that - only supporters can do that. It was not the reason for taking him off, of course not, I am fine with him and I think he is fine with me.
"We've seen it against top teams this week in Tottenham and PSG, they couldn't deal with it". The start was good for the team and also him as well. We want him to score as often as possible. They look really strong.
"He is not for the squad for the weekend, of course, but we will see how soon we can try to involve him again". "He needed time last year, like we all needed time, and it will take time this year, that's all".
"Dom trains today, (for the) first time after his concussion".
"Ox is a different situation but it's so nice to have Ox around", Klopp said on Friday.
Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino have both shone for Liverpool in the early stages of the season, with the Reds conceding just two Premier League goals too.
Sanchez to start for Man United - Mourinho
The former Arsenal star has scored just three times since his January move to Old Trafford and is yet to open his account for the season.
Baseball star put on leave after ex-wife's allegations of abuse
Russell denied those allegations at the time, saying in a statement, "Any allegation I have abused my wife is false and hurtful". Our investigation of this matter has remained open and we have continued our efforts to gather information.
Rodgers concerned knee could get worse
Bonus Prediction: I expect this to feel more like a home game for the Packers than for the Redskins. McCarthy altered his usual practice schedule in advance of Sunday's game at Washington.
China rules out currency devaluation to boost global trade
Ma said trade tensions between the United States and China could last for decades and would be "a mess" for all parties involved. That means the USTR will start work on Mr.
How Much Money Urban Meyer Lost From His Ohio State Suspension
Meyer said an IT person did take his phone to increase storage, however, because it was running out of memory. Urban Meyer took the podium Monday for an hour and spent the entire time talking about the Zach Smith saga.
Pope Temporarily Relieves Bishop Mulakkal of Pastoral Duties
He wrote the letter after Kerala police summoned him to appear before it for questioning in the case. The SP maintained that the decision to arrest the bishop would be taken after Friday's questioning.
Slaying of star golfer from Spain shocks Iowa college town
Barquin was an accomplished college golfer , becoming the 2018 Big 12 champion and Iowa State Female Athlete of the Year. Iowa State President Wendy Wintersteen said in a statement on Twitter that she was "deeply saddened" by Barquin's death.
Kavanaugh accuser Ford 'willing to testify' if certain terms met
Scared and alone on the street with nothing in her pockets, Fagen said she ran into Kavanaugh, who made sure she got home safely. Trump tweeted this morning. "He remains committed to providing a fair forum for both Dr.
Tesla Model 3 crushes NHTSA's crash testing with a 5-star rating
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Caitlyn Jenner Opens Up About Kylie Jenner's ''Tough'' Pregnancy
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The 63-run partnership between Shah and Shahidi steadied the ship for Afghanistan after the early setbacks. Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 3 wickets to lay to rest the demons of a nightmare match against India .
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Massive spiderweb blankets Greek beach for spider mating 'party'
Molecular Biologist Maria Chatzaki said: "These spiders are not risky for humans and will not cause any damage to the area's flora".
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Coles, Woolies lift milk price to help drought-stricken farmers
It said it would also increase its 3L Own Brand milk from $3 to $3.30 in all states from Thursday until the end of the year. But Mr Richardson said it was positive that the devastating impact of the drought had been acknowledged by the supermarkets.
Mitch McConnell Says Republicans Will 'Plow Right Through' Nominating Brett Kavanaugh
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Lyon said they had identified the individual, who was already known to them, and reported him to the police. I'm very happy about everything that involves the Club, my teammates, the staff and the management team.
Alibaba's Hangzhou meet to focus on empowering digital China
Ma's comments also followed his surprise announcement - on his 54th birthday last Monday - about retiring next year. Jack Ma has reneged on a promise to create one million American jobs, citing a breakdown in US-China relations .
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All 27 European Union leaders believe current Brexit trade plan "will not work"
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Putin demands Israel examine loss of Russian plane during Syria raid
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USA official in Russian Federation probe suggested taping Trump, 25th amendment
But let me clear about this: "Based on my personal dealings with the president, there is no basis to invoke the 25 Amendment". Rosenstein's actions and comments", according to the New York Times .
Rafael Nadal to skip tournaments in Asia due to knee injury
He also reached the quarter-finals of the Australian Open this year, as well as the semi-finals at Wimbledon. Rafael Nadal made it official withdrawing from both Beijing and Shanghai events due to his right knee.
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Which Decks Will Reign at Worlds?
Take a look at the decks and strategies to expect at the Pokémon TCG World Championships.
Seismitoad-EX's Quaking Punch is the focus of this deck. Crobat and Manectric-EX provide some backup to put major pressure on the opponent.
Seismitoad-EX's Quaking Punch locks down Item cards, and Garbodor's Garbotoxin shuts off Abilities. The end result is a truly nasty deck.
Hide behind Robo Substitute to charge up the massive Primal Groudon-EX. Once it's up and running, not much can withstand a Gaia Volcano.
Primal Kyogre-EX has a perfect balance of defense and offense. Its 240 HP makes it difficult to Knock Out, and Tidal Storm dishes out big damage.
Use Mega Manectric-EX's Turbo Bolt to swarm the opponent with an army of attackers. Garbodor's Garbotoxin can shut down any Abilities that might get in the way.
With Strong Energy, Fighting Stadium, and Muscle Band, these Fighting-type Pokémon pack a punch. Crobat provides additional damage to this aggressive deck with its Surprise Bite Ability.
Use Battle Compressor to discard Joltik, Pumpkaboo, and Lampent so Night March does lots of damage! This deck is simple but very strong.
The combination of Virizion-EX and Genesect-EX is a classic one. Use Emerald Slash to power up big Megalo Cannon and G Booster attacks!
Bronzong's Metal Links Ability provides Energy acceleration, and Klinklang's Plasma Steel Ability shuts down opposing Pokémon-EX. This Metal-type mashup is tough to beat.
Use Archie's Ace in the Hole to get Blastoise in play, and then its Deluge Ability can power up Keldeo-EX's Secret Sword in one turn! It's a modern twist on an old strategy.
With the help of Sky Field, Raichu's Circle Circuit attack can deal incredible amounts of damage. Crobat's Surprise Bite Ability can lend some extra damage from the Bench.
Use Wailord-EX as a wall until your opponent runs out of cards! No attacking required.


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Exclusive: 'UnREAL' star Adam Demos reveals what Rachel is really up to in Season 4
By Jessica Chandra| 3 years ago
Also, the show dropped some exciting news
It was announced this morning that the fourth season of UnREAL -- the addictive ~fictional~ show about the making of a reality dating program called Everlasting -- will premiere on Stan on July 17, and that all eight episodes will be available to stream at once.
This is major news for fans of UnREAL, who have historically had to wait a year between seasons, and then a week between episodes, as the show aired on US network Lifetime in weekly instalments before being fast-tracked to Stan.
Shiri Appleby and Constance Zimmer in 'UnREAL'. (Stan)
The announcement was made with the help of Constance Zimmer, the actress who plays feisty, formidable, takes-no-BS executive producer Quinn King. In a video message, Zimmer tells Australian fans, "Start spreading the news that Stan's UnREAL is coming back, and much sooner than you expected.
"Let everyone know the UnREAL surprise that the brand new season of UnREAL is coming exclusively to Stan on July 17."
She added, "It is an all star extravaganza -- we're bringing back some of your favourite characters, pitting them against each other in Survivor-style challenges. And here's a spoiler alert! Your Aussie hottie, Adam Demos, will be back as August, hello! To really stir things up. He's the best thing to come out of Wollongong in years."
Speaking of that hot Aussie from the Gong, Demos is currently in Australia catching up with family, and it's good timing that his trip coincided with the Logies -- his first! -- and this exciting UnREAL announcement.
TheFIX caught up with Demos today in Sydney to discuss the filming of Season 4, exactly what's going on with Rachel (played by Shiri Appleby) in the trailer, and whether he thinks people really can fall in love on reality shows.
You filmed Seasons 3 and 4 back-to-back. What was filming Season 4 like in comparison to Season 3?
For me personally it was just more familiar. We had a few months off, so we had a nice little break and got some sunshine, but I think for me it was nice -- I knew all the crew already, I knew the main cast, and it felt like a school reunion. It felt like going home. That was the nicest part about it, the familiar faces, and it wasn't a first for me anymore.
After everything August went through in Season 3 -- getting manipulated by Quinn and Rachel -- why does he return?
Good question, but it's because he now assumes he knows how the game works. He knows the tricks. They set him up in so many ways -- he had personal relationships with them. He goes back 'cause he's like, 'Well, you know what, now I know how you do everything that you do,' and there is a reason winning the show would really help him out, like with his brand and all that sort of stuff. So he goes on knowing how the game's made with a certain confidence. He's not naïve anymore -- or so he thinks.
Adam Demos (front) in 'UnREAL'. (Stan)
Even though you're just acting, can you understand why people would become addicted to being on reality TV?
I can understand an addiction to the attention of what it gives them. I think that's the world that we're living in right now -- everyone wants to be famous, don't they? So maybe that's why people keep going back. And also the adrenaline of it all, I guess. Personally, I wouldn't wanna go on a reality TV show -- you never say never -- but knowing how it's made now, from doing UnREAL. But I can see the appeal.
If you had to go on a reality show, what would you go on?
I'm half-Greek and I love food, so probably a cooking show just so I'd get to eat all the food!
The promo shows Rachel as one of the contestants. What can you say about this?
Yeah, see, no. That promo is not correct… I think it was edited wrong. So it's interpreted a little bit differently. She's not a contestant or a suitress. She's hooking up with contestants, I think that was Quinn's comment. And as you can see in that trailer, she's going for it, right? Because she's all dolled up and everything. I just think she's owning it. You know how Rachel's always fighting what she does, like fighting what she does as her job, and dressing up? She's like, "Stuff it, I'm just gonna go for it, I'm just gonna embrace this." So that's where it comes from.
Who are some of the other former contestants who come back? There's you, there's Alexi…
There's a guy called Roger who was only in an episode of the first season. He was Adam Cromwell's best friend. Maya, do you remember Maya from Season 1? And Faith is back. So it's called All Stars. We haven't seen the rest of them, it's like, "Here's so-and-so from Season 12," which doesn't actually exist. But they've sprinkled a few of us in there to get audiences to feel like everyone is from the show.
Constance and Shiri are amazing. What's it like working with them?
I've said this before: it's like a master class in acting. You lift your game, so to speak. I have a good work ethic, so I don't do anything different, but when you're working with someone so good you're really in the moment, and you're going with them because they're so real. But it's a privilege, really. And lucky enough August gets most of his scenes with Quinn and Rachel. I got to do so much stuff with them.
Shiri Appleby and Adam Demos in 'UnREAL'. (Stan)
How did you get cast in the first place?
My manager just sent me an audition from America. I was working on a show, Janet King, here, and I just put a tape down, then put another couple of tapes down, and next minute I was in Vancouver.
Oh, it wasn't so easy! We're not talking about the other load that I send that you don't get, right? You send them off and hope for the best, but this one worked out.
Do you think a reality show is a conducive environment for falling in love?
[Laughs] Maybe these days not so much. But I've said this before: I used to be sceptical of it, but we did a behind-the-scenes thing on Season 3 with this guy, Jordan Rodgers, and he won The Bachelorette in America. JoJo [Fletcher] was the girl's name, the Bachelorette. And I met him and they were still together, and it was a year-and-a-half later. So you never say never! It can happen. I don't know if everyone goes on there to genuinely find love anymore, but you can't cancel it.
There are reports that this will be UnREAL's final season. Do you think Season 4 ends neatly?
I haven't heard anything about the future of the show -- it's above my paygrade. But I feel if it was to end at Season 4, everyone would be satisfied. But then again people love the show so much that they'd probably want to see another season. It ends in a way where it could go again or it could not. I feel like Season 4 is so good that they'll have no choice but to make another one.
All eight episodes of UnREAL Season 4 will be available on Stan from July 17.
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We're more like the great American kayak. Sharp insight, lack of guilt, and oddly enough above average IQs. Verbo Tempestas delivers the hard hitting news analysis that the hosts think will be funny.
Kaiser explorers Johnny Rebel's Coontown in a modern context.
In this episode of VerboTempestas we speak to the Southern Dingo and Big Cat Kayla.


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"Jesus says, 'be as innocent as lambs, and as sly as foxes.' The heart is profoundly and fundamentally a very simple place, unsophisticated and childlike, and is always supposed to stay that way. Our hearts say, 'I dedicate my life to the good'. That dedication to live for the benefit of others remains simple until the day we die.
Our newest CD is from a talk Bo gave at the San Francisco Zen Center in May of 2006, The talk includes an in-depth Q&A session covering the "grace of daily practice," Bo's lifelong prison work, and the "work we all must eventually face." It is a true guide to becoming fearlessly compassionate.


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Boricuas: Influential Puerto Rican Writings – An Anthology
Roberto Santiago
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Boricua is what Puerto Ricans call one another as a term of endearment, respect, and cultural affirmation; it is a timeless declaration that transcends gender and color. Boricua is a powerful word that tells the origin and history of the Puerto Rican people.
–From the Introduction
From the sun-drenched beaches of a beautiful, flamboyan-covered island to the cool, hard pavement of the fierce South Bronx, the remarkable journey of the Puerto Rican people is a rich story full of daring defiance, courageous strength, fierce passions, and dangerous politics–and it is a story that continues to be told today. Long ignored by Anglo literature studies, here are more than fifty selections of poetry, fiction, plays, essays, monologues, screenplays, and speeches from some of the most vibrant and original voices in Puerto Rican literature.
Categories: Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Society, Politics & Philosophy Tags: Anthology, Literary Fiction, Puerto Rico
Roberto Santiago is a journalist who lectures around the nation on Latino issues. He received the 1991 Inter American Press Association Award for Commentary and won first prize in the 1990 Hispanic Magazine Short Story Contest. A former reporter for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Santiago has written for Omni, Rolling Stone, and Essence. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
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Hey guess what, we just got married! In a beautiful greenhouse in Rosendal's Garden in Stockholm, surrounded by our closest family and friends (+ ALL their kids) and accompanied by live jazz music and gorgeous food. Even though I proposed to Luise in the back of a campervan on New Zealand almost three years ago, we pulled this wedding together – from idea to "I do" – in less than five weeks. With three young kids, constantly overflowing mailboxes and an unhealthy always-need-to-be-in-control tendency, we realized that if we don't do a quick and spontaneous wedding we probably won't get hitched until we are retired. So instead of our dream wedding going on for three days and nights in the Italian country side, we aimed for an informal and cosy autumn gathering in one of our favorite Stockholm locations. It turned out so much better than we could ever have hoped for and we are now officially mr and mrs.
We let the chefs at Rosendal take care of all the food (which was a huge relief). Our only instructions for the lunch buffet (lunch is much easier if you want friends with kids to attend) was that we wanted hearty salads and food roughly in line with our own philosophy. Typically, we didn't get any photos of the whole buffet table, but there were roasted vegetables, butter tossed potato and chanterelles, slaw with pickled mustard seeds, hummus, sourdough bread, sauerkraut, a goat's cheese salad with shredded beets, herb sauces and lots and lots of cake. All seasonal and local, pretty decorated with fruit and flowers. And so good!
Another salad that they prepared was made with roasted pumpkin, cavolo nero and buckwheat and we have recreated our own version of it here below. We never got the exact recipe from the chef so this is a pretty loose interpretation of how we remembered it (after a couple of glasses of champagne). We are sharing that today along with a few snaps that David's sister took at the wedding. Forget everything I've previously stated about marriage. This was fun! And I feel damn fortunate to marry the most beautiful woman I know.
These two guys were so good! Send me an email if you need Chet Baker-style jazz musicians in Stockholm and I'll forward their contact info.
This is a gorgeous and rustic recipe perfect for this season. It would also be ideal for Christmas, maybe with some cinnamon added to the dressing. One of the things we really love about this is that you don't need to peel the pumpkin (which always is a hassle), just cut into wedges and you can even keep the seeds on. Some of the seeds might get a little burnt but the one hanging on to the slices add a nice crunch. We cover the pumpkin wedges in dressing both before and after roasting to give them a delicious coating.
Set the oven to 200°C / 400°F fan mode. Divide the pumpkin in half and then cut it into wedges. Leave any seeds that are hanging on to the wedges and discard the rest. Stir together the dressing, taste and adjust the flavors. Pour about half of it in a bowl and toss the pumpkin slices in it (keep the remaining dressing in the bowl). Place on a baking tray and roast for about 25-30 minutes. We like it a little burnt towards the edges. When roasted, carefully loosen the wedges from the tray and brush them with the remaining dressing in the bowl.
While the pumpkin is roasting, cook the buckwheat groats in 2 cups water for 7-8 minutes until soft but not mushy. Drain any remaining water and leave to cool off a bit. Add the remaining half of the dressing to a large bowl. Tear the kale leaves into smaller pieces, place in the bowl and use your hands to massage them until they soften up. Add the buckwheat to the bowl and toss so it's all mixed. Arrange the kale and buckwheat on the tray (or a serving plate) together with the pumpkin wedges. Scatter with pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds and crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy!
Wedding photos by Johanna Frenkel.
Congratulations on your wonderful wedding!! We had a similar idea to want a Colombian-Italian 3 day wedding celebration but ended doing something like you and it was great!! Thanks for sharing!! love your recipes, pictures and all. Wishing you lots of happiness.
Congratulations! What a beautiful venue and the food sounds wonderful-love the pumpkin and kale recipe.
Wow, what an amazing venue! What a gorgeous family. Gorgeous pumpkin salad. All of it is just... gorgeous. Congratulations!
I just love your pictures and stories. And of course your recipes. This post put tears into my eyes, that usually doesn't happen easily. I am so happy for all of you and I wish you all the best in the world.
How wonderful congratulations! I had afternoon tea in that greenhouse last winter and there was a Wedding Party in the same room, I think it's just magical!
Congratulations! you are such a beautifull family.
CONGRATS GUYS! 🍾🎊 All of our very best wishes. You're the best couple ever.
Lovely! vad härligt! Gratulationer till hela familjen! Och tack än en gang för era underbara recept som inspirerar till bade vardag och fest!
Congratulations! <3 You two both look gorgeous & happy, and the wedding looks so classy and beautiful. I have to ask: where is the beautiful bride's dress from? It is beyond lovely. T.
And now I have to ask, where did you get your suit?! (Asking for my fiancée.) You both look beautiful and immensely happy. Congrats!
Congratulation for your mariage and loving your receipt. All the best from Switzerland.
Congratulations, looks like you had an amazing wedding! The salad looks great, I love pomegranate in winter salads.
Congratulations on your marriage, it looks like you had a really lovely wedding! The last picture of you two reminds me of my partner and I, there's a solid foot of height difference between us too, hah. Knocking it out of the park as usual with this recipe.


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Perioperative Medicine
Erector spinae plane block for postoperative analgesia for above-the-knee amputation: a case report
Erica M. Langnas ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0003-2902-85281,2,
Andrew Gray2 &
Matthias Braehler1
Perioperative Medicine volume 11, Article number: 40 (2022) Cite this article
Above-the-knee amputations (AKA) are common surgeries that frequently use neuraxial or peripheral nerve blocking techniques for both intraoperative and postoperative analgesia. It is not uncommon that patients present with contraindications to neuraxial anesthesia.
We identified a relatively novel use of erector spinae plane block (ESP) for above-the-knee amputation that allows for adequate pain control postoperatively when there are contraindications for neuraxial.
While data on ESP at the thoracic level is well described, less is known about the expected coverage for lumbar ESP. This case suggests that at the level of L3, there is sufficient dermatomal spread for an AKA.
Above-the-knee amputations (AKA) are common surgeries that frequently use neuraxial or peripheral nerve blocking techniques for both intraoperative and postoperative analgesia. We aim to add to the limited existing literature that erector spinae plane blocks (ESP) may be utilized for above-the-knee amputation to reduce postoperative pain in patients who may have contraindications to neuraxial or peripheral nerve blocks (Ayub et al. 2019; Balaban and Aydın 2019). ESP blocks are relatively novel and have been gaining popularity and proving effective for postoperative pain for many surgeries (Forero et al. 2016; Chin et al. 2017; Tulgar and Senturk 2018; Harbell et al. 2020). This case adds clinical evidence to the limited existing literature surrounding expectations of craniocaudal spread (Harbell et al. 2020).
Common regional anesthesia considerations for AKA are epidural, lumbar plexus, and peripheral nerve blocks. Epidural catheters may be used for surgical anesthesia and continued in the postoperative period. Limitations of epidurals are largely surrounding the inability to safely place them. Contraindications include patients with coagulopathy, receiving anticoagulation, and infection at the insertion site. Lumbar plexus blocks may be used for intra- and postoperative pain control. Limitations of this block are similar to those for an epidural catheter in regard to anticoagulation given the depth of the block as well as its proximity to the central neural structures (Horlocker et al. 2018). Femoral nerve block or fascia iliaca block alone or in conjunction with sciatic nerve block may be used for postoperative pain control. Limitations include potential sparing of the obturator nerve, resulting in inferior pain control. The patient provided written HIPAA authorization for details of the case to be published.
We describe the case of a 74-year-old man who was scheduled for an urgent AKA. The patient was urgently admitted from home after his home nurse noticed a dehiscence of his prior right below-the-knee amputation (BKA) stump. He received his BKA surgery 1 month prior for critical limb ischemia due to vascular disease which was complicated by poor wound healing. During this prior admission for a BKA, he also received a right-sided common femoral endarterectomy procedure. His past medical history is significant for end-stage renal disease status post-transplantation, aortic stenosis status post-transcatheter aortic valve replacement, and atrial fibrillation for which he is on apixaban, heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, and peripheral vascular disease. Due to the concern for wound dehiscence and infection noted by his home nurse, he was admitted urgently, started on broad-spectrum antibiotics, and scheduled for an AKA. Given the likelihood of surgery, his apixaban was held on admission, and he was transitioned to a heparin drip. His heparin drip was titrated to a goal-activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) of 60–80 s (reference range 20.9–30.9).
On the morning of surgery, his heparin drip was stopped 4 h prior to surgery, and an aPTT was measured preoperatively which returned normal. Given the need for anticoagulation after the surgery and concerns for the difficulty of placement given the patient body habitus with a BMI of 41, neuraxial was avoided and the anesthesia team planned to proceed with a peripheral nerve block. At the request of the surgeons, there would be no catheter placement. In preparation for the femoral nerve block, it was noted that the site of his prior right common femoral endarterectomy appeared erythematous and concerning for soft tissue infection. As a result, the femoral nerve block was aborted. Given these limitations, it was decided to place a right-sided erector spinae plane block in the lumbar region. The patient was then positioned on his left side, and a preliminary scan was completed at the third lumbar space (L3). This level was chosen for two reasons. First, we expected spread one to two levels above and below along and second at this level we encountered the best ultrasound image quality. Midline, iliac crest, and the right transverse process were identified at L3. Preparation of the field with sterile preparation was completed. A 10-mm 21-gauge needle was inserted under ultrasound guidance. Gentle contact was made with the transverse process. Aspiration was negative, and 30 ml of 0.2% ropivacaine was injected under direct visualization. The local anesthetic spread was noted below the erector spinae muscle.
Intraoperatively, the patient received general anesthesia. Induction medications included 50 mg of propofol, 100 μg of fentanyl, 50 mg of rocuronium, and 60 ml of lidocaine. General anesthesia was maintained with sevoflurane between 1.3 and 2.0%, he received 2 g of cefazolin for antibiotics, and he received a total of 1 ml of hydromorphone IV in incremental doses over the last hour of the case. In addition, he received 4 mg ondansetron and 96 mg of sugammadex at the end of the case. He was extubated and taken to the post-anesthesia care unit without complications.
While in the PACU, the patient's pain was monitored using a Numerical Rating Scale from 0 to 10 (0 = no pain, 10 = worst imaginable pain). His first three documented pain score levels were zero and over the next 3 h increased to a maximum pain score of 4 for which he received 1 g of acetaminophen and 5 mg of oxycodone. These are commonly provided pain medications for moderate pain in our PACU. He recovered appropriately and was transferred to the ward. The patient reported pain scores of 0 to 4 for 11 h postoperatively. On hour 12, his surgical site pain increased to 7, requiring the use of 0.4 mg hydromorphone IV and 5 mg of oxycodone. We hypothesize this change in pain occurred as the nerve block wore off. On postoperative day 1, the patient was interviewed about his experience with the nerve block. Consistent with the pain scores documented, he reported adequate pain control for about 10–12 h and then an abrupt change as the nerve block wore off.
It is not uncommon that patients present with contraindications to neuraxial anesthesia. Here, we identified a relatively novel use of ESP for above-the-knee amputation that allows for adequate pain control postoperatively. While data on ESP at the thoracic level is well described, less is known about the expected coverage for lumbar ESP. This case suggests that at the level of L3, there is sufficient dermatomal spread for an AKA.
Compared to femoral nerve block and fascia iliaca block, which do not necessarily cover the obturator nerve, the lumbar ESPB causes the spread of local anesthetic to the roots of the lumbar plexus, which includes the obturator nerve. This is critical as the obturator nerve innervates a major part of the femur which contributes to postoperative pain (Gadsden and Warlick 2015). While a lumbar plexus block could be performed, there are concerns regarding anticoagulation given the depth of the block and its close proximity to neuraxial structures. The lumbar ESPB, however, is considered a more superficial block, and there is emerging literature deeming it safe to perform this block using less strict guidelines compared with neuraxial and lumbar plexus blocks (Adhikary et al. 2019).
Beyond the perioperative period, AKA surgery is associated with post-amputation pain or phantom limb pain (Subramaniam et al. 2005). This type of pain results in significant morbidity and remains challenging to treat. The etiology is complex, and strategies to prevent or reduce the likelihood of post-amputation continue to be explored. It is unknown if lumbar ESP catheters reduce post-amputation pain, and this may represent a novel area for future studies. In addition, we described in our case discomfort from the surgical team in placing a catheter given anticoagulation requirements for the patient. When new blocks emerge, there may be discomfort with surgical teams surrounding catheter placement. We encourage dialogue with surgical teams surrounding the current literature and guidelines and the potential benefits of ESP blocks and how they compare with other common regional or neuraxial techniques.
In summary, this retrospective case report adds to relatively limited existing literature surrounding the potential uses of a lumbar ESP block. It is critical to increase the body of evidence on ESP blocks for orthopedic surgeries as this may result in a more rigorous evaluation of the ESP block along with studies that compare the effectiveness of ESP with other blocks.
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no datasets were generated or analyzed during the current study.
Above-the-knee amputation
Erector spinae plane
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Third lumbar space
Adhikary SD, Prasad A, Soleimani B, Chin KJ. Continuous erector spinae plane block as an effective analgesic option in anticoagulated patients after left ventricular assist device implantation: a case series. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. 2019;33(4):1063–7 PMID: 29753668.
Ayub A, Talawar P, Gupta SK, Kumar R, Alam A. Erector spinae plane block: a safe, simple and effective alternative for knee surgery. Anaesth Intensive Care. 2019;47(5):469–71. https://doi.org/10.1177/0310057X19877655.
Balaban O, Aydın T. Lumbar erector spinae plane catheterization for continuous postoperative analgesia in total knee arthroplasty: a case report. J Clin Anesth. 2019;55:138–9. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinane.2018.12.01.
Chin KJ, Malhas L, Perlas A. The erector spinae plane block provides visceral abdominal analgesia in bariatric surgery: a report of 3 cases. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2017;42:372–6.
Forero M, Adhikary SD, Lopez H, et al. The erector spinae plane block: a novel analgesic technique in thoracic neuropathic pain. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2016;41:621–7.
Gadsden J, Warlick A. Regional anesthesia for the trauma patient: improving patient outcomes. Local Reg Anesth. 2015;8:45–55. Published 2015 Aug 12. https://doi.org/10.2147/LRA.S55322.
Harbell MW, Seamans DP, Koyyalamudi V, Kraus MB, Craner RC, Langley NR. Evaluating the extent of lumbar erector spinae plane block: an anatomical study. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2020;45(8):640–4.
Horlocker TT, Vandermeuelen E, Kopp SL, Gogarten W, Leffert LR, Benzon HT. Regional anesthesia in the patient receiving antithrombotic or thrombolytic therapy: American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine Evidence-Based Guidelines (Fourth Edition). Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2018;43(3):263–309.
Subramaniam B, Pomposelli F, Talmor D, Park KW. Perioperative and long-term morbidity and mortality after above-knee and below-knee amputations in diabetics and nondiabetics. Anesth Analg. 2005;100(5):1241–7 PMID: 15845661.
Tulgar S, Senturk O. Ultrasound guided erector spinae plane block at L-4 transverse process level provides effective postoperative analgesia for total hip arthroplasty. J Clin Anesth. 2018;44:68.
None to disclose.
Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care, University of California, 8 Buchanan Street, Unit 808, San Francisco, CA, 94102, USA
Erica M. Langnas & Matthias Braehler
Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, University of California, 8 Buchanan Street, Unit 808, San Francisco, CA, 94102, USA
Erica M. Langnas & Andrew Gray
Erica M. Langnas
Matthias Braehler
EL is the first author as she performed the literature review, data collection, and interpretation and drafted the manuscript. AG provided critical revision of the manuscript for intellectual content and provided input on the concept and design of this paper. MB provided critical revision of the manuscript for intellectual content and provided input on the concept and design of this paper. The authors read and approved the final manuscript.
Correspondence to Erica M. Langnas.
The patient provided written HIPAA authorization for details of the case to be published. Case reports are not required to undergo IRB review at our institution.
Langnas, E.M., Gray, A. & Braehler, M. Erector spinae plane block for postoperative analgesia for above-the-knee amputation: a case report. Perioper Med 11, 40 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13741-022-00271-2
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Olivier-winning actor Mark Rylance writes and stars in an all-new play Nice Fish, fresh from St Ann's Warehouse on Broadway. Set to open at the Harold Pinter Theatre, where smash-hit The Kinks musical Sunny Afternoon currently plays, critically-acclaimed production Nice Fish will receive its London premiere in November 2016.
Set on a frozen Minnesota lake, two fisherman are out on the precarious ice, angling for answers to life's larger questions. Whilst Ron is a playful novice angler who would rather build snowmen, Erik is a long-practiced fisherman with a sombre tone. As the two men drill holes in the ice for any hope of catching an unsuspecting trout, they begin to mull over their lives. Based on the prose and poems of Louis Jenkins, Nice Fish is a new play written by Rylance and Jenkins which has been described as "whimsical and lyrical" (The Guardian).
Multi-award winning actor Mark Rylance stars as Ron, in his first return to a London stage since the heralded Farinelli and the King. Rylance is well-known for his extensive stage credits, which have included his Olivier and Tony Award-winning performance in Jerusalem, as well as Twelfth Night. His acclaimed screen credits include a BAFTA and Academy Award-winning role in Bridge of Spies. Jim Lichtscheidl transfers with the production as Erik, alongside Kayli Carter, Bob Davis and Raye Birk.
Directed by Claire van Kampen (Wolf Hall), Nice Fish features design by Todd Rosenthal. Adapted from poet Louis Jenkins' Nice Fish, this production is a heart-warming affair which is sure to delight West End audiences.
Nice Fish is recommended for ages 9 and up.


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Broward County school board to seek state approval on $800 million bond issue
Superintendent says bond approval is investment in future
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Robert Runice began making the biggest pitch of his tenure to the public Tuesday to convince voters to pay for an $800 million bond issue.
"Some of our highest priority needs (are) around technology, around school safety, and around building renovations and continued maintenance," Runcie said.
The school board voted to ask for state approval for that bond issue, which is expected to go on the ballot for voters to decide if they want to pay for it, raising the average property owner's tax bill by $50 per year.
"Eight hundred million dollars is the equivalent to about 14 cents a day -- less than $50 a year for the average taxpayer," Runcie told Local 10.
It would also add more debt on a school district that is already borrowing nearly $2 billion.
"It is absolutely not about borrowing to get ourselves out of a problem," Runcie said. "We are investing in the future of Broward County."
The cost of paying off the existing debt is already eating up about three quarters of the existing capital budget, which is one reason Runcie said more borrowing is needed.
Runcie and the school board members must also convince voters the board has changed since two school board members were arrested on corruption charges and a grand jury found rampant mismanagement and waste of hundreds of millions of dollars.
"No. 1, it's a different school board," Runcie said. "Two, we have different leadership."


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How the Chevy Bolt stacks up against Tesla's production capabilities
With Tesla Model 3 production ahead of schedule, it's not hard for the mind to wander into how it stacks up against other EVs.
Right now, the Chevy Bolt has been marked as the Model 3's biggest competition and, with the Bolt in Musk's crosshairs and new details emerging about Model 3 production, Musk may be hoping that increased volume will act as the trigger-pull needed to beat out the Bolt.
Production volume
As announced early Monday, the Model 3 initial exponential production could result in 10,000 Model 3s produced per week by 2018. This projection could result in 500,000 Model 3s produced in 2018 alone.
The Chevy Bolt, which is being produced at GM's Orion Assembly Plant in Michigan, is on pace to produce around 90,000 vehicles per year, according to Reuters. This production number is significantly more cautious compared to the Model 3's, which is aiming to be one of the highest produced electric vehicles in the nation.
In addition to to a high production goal, it's widely reported that nearly 400,000 pre-orders have already been received for the Model 3, a number that dwarfs the Bolt's deliveries for April at 1,929.
Production style
What makes the high-volume production of the Model 3 possible is Musk's idea for vertically integrating both vehicle and battery production. This has resulted in both aspects of production increasing in tandem. As more Model 3s are produced, Gigafactories will continue to output lithium batteries to meet demand.
Musk thinks that that could mean over 500,000 batteries produced in 2018.
In comparison, LG Chem, the supplier of batteries for the Chevy Bolt, estimates that it will produce 30,000 batteries for the vehicle in 2017. So far it seems that the Bolt, while a sustainable and reliable option for a hatchback EV, is on a different playing field in terms of production.
Elon Musk estimates that 500,000 batteries will be produced for vehicles in 2018. Source: Tesla
The main challenge for Tesla's production is clearly meeting the robust goals set by founder Elon Musk. Despite initial speculation pegging 2018 as the company's roll out for half a million Model 3s, as vehicles are made and logistics tested, the truth will emerge on whether Musk's vision will be successful.
If you asked Musk (or even Tesla fans), it would seem as though the possibility of reaching the Model 3 production goal is inevitable.
The Bolt's challenges are almost directly opposite to Tesla's. While initial sales of the vehicle have been strong, GM has struggled with inventory issues in the past.
As Bolts continue to be sold, GM will have to meet the demand with increased production, something that could be difficult for a company that hasn't prioritized high-volume logistics as much as Tesla.
Overall, it will be entertaining to watch the Model 3 and Chevy Bolt go toe-to-toe in the coming months. At the very least, it will certainly test Musk's vertical production ideas. Based on Musk's track record, he's not one to shy away from the challenge.
Tesla's exponential production ramp brings Musk closer to 500k target
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An ACU alumnus will soon be joining the state Supreme Court.
Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Jeffrey S. Boyd of Austin to the Court. Boyd ('83) will serve as justice of the Court until the next general election.
Perry said Boyd's experience and leadership abilities qualified him for the position.
"Jeff is a highly-respected attorney who has consistently excelled throughout his years of private practice, his terms of public service, and his leadership of important charitable organizations," Perry said.
Boyd currently serves as chief of staff for the Governor's Office, where he previously served as general counsel.
"He has earned my confidence, and the confidence of those he has worked with in all his endeavors, because he has a brilliant legal mind, he is committed to preserving the rule of the law, and he strives every day to live a life of fairness, integrity and compassion," Perry said.
Perry said Boyd will bring this same commitment with him to the Texas Supreme Court, and that "we will all be better for it."
Boyd is a former senior partner in the Austin office of Thompson and Knight LLP, and also served as deputy attorney general for civil litigation under Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott and former Attorney General, now U.S. Sen. John Cornyn.
He is past president of the board of Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas, past chair of the board of Goodwill Industries of Central Texas, and a past board member of the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas and Brentwood Christian School. Additionally, he was also a past member of the State Bar of Texas Taskforce on Court Administration.
After receiving his Bachelor's degree at ACU, Boyd graduated from the Pepperdine University School of Law.
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The Tech Talent Shortage Is a Lie
Baron Schwartz 7 years
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Baron Schwartz is the founder of VividCortex.
Everybody knows hiring is difficult for tech companies.
The Huffington Post called the shortage "devastating," and the Obama administration's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology predicted a shortfall of 1 million technical professionals by 2020. What's more, 90 percent of executives report that they struggle to recruit and retain tech talent.
But as an engineer, founder and tech executive, I see a certain absurdity in this conversation — I've never thought talented people are particularly tough to find. Perhaps I don't understand because I'm lucky and haven't faced the same challenges as other tech CEOs, but I don't think so. I think I, too, have lived those experiences.
In fact, I've come to believe the so-called "talent shortage" is a lie — the real shortage is of companies that are willing to invest in talented people.
Talent Is A Euphemism
If you weren't aware, there is a so-called talent war raging around us, borne by fear of competition for top-tier engineers.
Experienced engineers have their choice of employers, and they're regularly lured by opportunities boasting a higher salary, a better culture or more meaningful work.
Unsurprisingly, this has spawned an arms race where companies like Facebook and Google keep swapping engineers like they're pawns in chess. It's also closed the doors for talented people who need an opportunity to develop and demonstrate their skills.
On the surface, this fierce competition seems to support the talent shortage narrative. But when we look at it more closely, it raises some awkward questions.
Talent isn't a finite resource; it's abundantly present.
We frame the discussion as if people are talent. In reality, people have talent. This euphemism isn't without consequences; it limits the scope of solutions we're willing to consider. I'm certain there's no shortage of people with inborn talent, and I don't like the euphemism's implications that talent is a limited resource and we're somehow lacking enough raw ability.
No, talent isn't a finite resource; it's abundantly present. But for talented people to meaningfully contribute, their talents must be developed in the right environment.
Developing Tomorrow's Engineers
Who should be responsible for developing talent? On one side, we have enthusiastic, curious people without much experience. On another, we have employers who want experienced people but don't want to invest in the training themselves. And between them, we have colleges that offer students educational groundwork in computer science but don't want to transform into coding trade schools.
Budding engineers are talented and eager to learn. And schools are right — their job is to educate, not to train. The duty of cultivating talent lies with employers.
And therein lies the problem: The real shortage isn't of talented people; it's of employers (and, by implication, society) who are willing or able to nurture talented people.
Some companies try to bridge the gap with internships, but this strategy often fails. Few businesses give interns real coding assignments or support them adequately. Many can't or won't pay interns, which erects a privilege barrier by excluding anyone who doesn't have savings to weather working for nothing for a few months.
Proficiency in software development takes five to 10 years to mature.
And internships aren't enough, even if we did remedy these problems. Proficiency in software development takes five to 10 years to mature. Employers want to reap those rewards, but many are disinclined or unable to sow the seeds — much less wait for those seeds to grow.
This problem won't be solved through squabbles over today's best engineers; it requires us to invest in promising, smart people and recognize the talent we currently ignore.
Although we have plenty of talented people interested in technology, two factors are holding back more than half of society from the tech sector.
Racial And Gender Inequality
Opportunity inequality has become so pervasive that minority tech employees are banding together with the explicit purpose of increasing their numbers in the space. If you're a tech leader, you must fight against this inequality to benefit from talented people of all stripes.
Racial minorities are woefully underrepresented in the tech industry. And it's not just a matter of race, either. Many don't remember it, but women were once much more prevalent in tech. However, the proportion of female computer science students has halved since its heyday in the mid-1980s. And the women who do enter engineering are leaving at an astonishing rate.
These problems aren't self-correcting; their resolution requires dedication from leadership. We're all obligated to take the first step to reverse this worrisome, decades-long minority flight by acknowledging the issue and magnifying diverse voices.
If our industry has any hope of becoming more inclusive — which is a key step to solving our so-called "talent shortage" — we must be understanding, empathetic and open to others' viewpoints.
Institutionalization Of Privilege
I was raised on a rural farm. By American standards, I was poor. I used to think I wasn't privileged, but I now recognize that as a white, educated, American male, I am inherently more privileged than most.
The so-called "talent shortage" is a lie — the real shortage is of companies that are willing to invest in talented people.
I am — like so many others in the tech industry — part of the institution of privilege and power that has driven diversity from our ranks. Despite the tech industry's propensity to hire people of privilege, research shows that people with different backgrounds are no less capable or successful as software engineers than those from privileged circles. And there are strong bottom-line arguments for a more diverse workplace.
I understand entrepreneurs' reluctance to gamble on someone who doesn't come from their network. A bad hire puts the company at risk, so putting competent people in the right roles is critical. We naturally hire people we already know, but it perpetuates privileged cliques and ultimately adds risk.
Fixing The Real Shortage
Unfortunately, the solution to our woes is the last thing employers want to hear: We have to work to address the cause, not the effects.
The brightest people want to work for the best companies, so the best way to retain talented teammates is with a culture where they want to stay and grow. The rising tide lifts all boats, and nobody wins in the "talent grab" game until we collectively conquer it.
It begins by changing the conversation. Instead of squabbling over an artificially limited talent pool, we must invest resources to develop talented people — even though another company may snatch them away. And we need to work for justice and equality, embracing the differences between us. Both efforts will be difficult, but at least we'll be digging at the problem's roots instead of hacking at its leaves.
We can solve this if we commit ourselves to it. When we do, we'll finally realize how much talent has been in front of us the whole time.


The Maxforce concluded that Ireland allowed Apple to create stateless entities that effectively let it decide how much — or how little — tax it pays. The investigators say the company channeled profits from dozens of countries through two Ireland-based units. In a system at least tacitly endorsed by Irish authorities, earnings were split, with the vast majority attributed to a "head office" with no employees and no specific home base — and therefore liable to no tax on any profits from sales outside Ireland. The U.S., meanwhile, didn't tax the units because they're incorporated in Ireland.
Three weeks after the Senate hearing, Lienemeyer's team asked Ireland for details of Apple's tax situation. The Irish tax authorities soon dispatched a representative carrying a briefcase filled with a bundle of bound pages. The Irish could have simply sent the material via e-mail, but they were cautious about sharing taxpayer's information with the EU and have a ground rule to avoid leaks: never send such documents electronically.


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require "htmlbeautifier/builder"
require "htmlbeautifier/html_parser"
require "htmlbeautifier/version"

module HtmlBeautifier
  #
  # Returns a beautified HTML/HTML+ERB document as a String.
  # html must be an object that responds to +#to_s+.
  #
  # Available options are:
  # tab_stops - an integer for the number of spaces to indent, default 2.
  # Deprecated: see indent.
  # indent - what to indent with ("  ", "\t" etc.), default "  "
  # stop_on_errors - raise an exception on a badly-formed document. Default
  # is false, i.e. continue to process the rest of the document.
  # initial_level - The entire output will be indented by this number of steps.
  # Default is 0.
  # keep_blank_lines - an integer for the number of consecutive empty lines
  # to keep in output.
  #
  def self.beautify(html, options = {})
    if options[:tab_stops]
      options[:indent] = " " * options[:tab_stops]
    end
    String.new.tap { |output|
      HtmlParser.new.scan html.to_s, Builder.new(output, options)
    }
  end
end

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require_relative 'spec_helper'

describe CssMedia do
  before :all do
    @dir = Pathname(__FILE__).dirname
    @css = @dir.join('app/app/assets/stylesheets/test.css').read
  end

  it "process CSS" do
    expect(CssMedia.process(@css)).to be_a(CssMedia::Result)
  end

  it "process CSS correctly" do
    css = "a {\n    tab-size: 2\n}"
    result = CssMedia.process(css, browsers: ['opera 12'])
    expect(result.css).to eq css
  end

  context 'Sprockets' do
    before :each do
      @assets = Sprockets::Environment.new
      @assets.append_path(@dir.join('app/app/assets/stylesheets'))
      CssMedia.install(@assets, browsers: ['chrome 25'])
    end

    it "integrates with Sprockets" do
      css = @assets['test.css'].to_s
      expect(css).to eq "a.test {\n" +
                        "    mask: none\n" +
                        "}\n"
    end

    it "supports disabling" do
      CssMedia.uninstall(@assets)
      css = @assets['test.css'].to_s
      expect(css).to eq "a.test {\n" +
                        "    mask: none\n" +
                        "}\n"
    end

  end
end


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Q: sqldeveloper outputs correct result for count(*) while sqlplus results zero I am getting different output for count(*) in sqlplus and in sqldeveloper.
The Database is Oracle 11G.
SQL Developer

Select count(*) from table1 where web_ck_d = to_char(sysdate-1,'DD-MON-YY');
Count(*)
1083171

Sqlplus
SQL> Select count(*) from table1 where web_ck_d = to_char(sysdate-1,'DD-MON-YY');
COUNT(*)
      0

The table has NUM_ROWS-357238869, BLOCKS-14978755, PARTITIONED-YES in all_tables.
Not understanding why sqlplus is resulting 0.
Please help.

A: When you use custom date formats, and if oracle does not find it suitable, it will go and look for default date formats in sessions.
Sql-developer has its own session and sqlplus has its own. Sql developer's date format is specified in NLS date parameter and you can check it from : Tools > Preferences > Database > NLS.
You can check the date in sql plus using following query
select sysdate from dual;

And you can set the desired date format as follows:
alter session set NLS_TIMESTAMP_FORMAT='DD-MON-YYYY HH24:MI:SS.FF';

You can use your desired format here.

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Full Size Commodore 64 PC clone now available to pre-order for €120
9:12 am June 26, 2019 By Julian Horsey
Retro Games has announced they will be launching a full-sized Commodore 64 PC clone, making it available to purchase during December 2019. The retro-styled computer is now available to preorder for £110 in the UK or €120 throughout Europe. The full-sized Commodore 64 follows on from the launch of the previously released TheC64 Mini design to provide a modern day Commodore computer experience.
TheC64 is designed to look like a Commodore 64 and comes pre-installed with 64 games including classics and new titles. Owners can also use the integrated USB port to load more or even generate their own games using the installed BASIC app to enter code. Other features of TheC64 included HDMI port capable of supporting an output of 720p at 50Hz or 60Hz.
"The C64 is back, this time full-sized with a working keyboard for the dedicated retro home-computer fan. Featuring three switchable modes – C64, VIC 20, and Games Carousel. Connect to any modern TV via HDMI for crisp 720p HD visuals, at 60 Hz or 50 Hz. An updated joystick, now featuring micro switches, companions the hardware making the included games even more fun than ever."
– Choose from various display options, including a CRT filter.
– Save your progress at any time.
– Via USB, add your own games/programs*, update the firmware*, and connect your own devices.
– Functions like an original C64 or VIC 20 computer, or play any of the included 64 games in the Games Carousel.
– Connect to a 720p TV or monitor via HDMI for a stunning HD experience.
Unfortunately no details on US pricing or availability have been revealed as yet but as soon as more information is made available we will keep you up to speed as always.
Source: Game : Liliputing
Filed Under: Hardware, Top News


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Marc van Delft (Den Haag, 4 april 1958) is een Nederlands componist.

Leven
Tijdens de middelbareschooltijd was hij pedagogisch leerling aan het Koninklijk Conservatorium te Den Haag, waar hij onder andere compositieles kreeg bij Otto Ketting. Van Delft begon in 1977 zijn studie muziektheorie en compositie bij Peter Schat. In september 1982 ging hij naar het Utrechts Conservatorium en studeerde compositie bij Hans Kox en Tristan Keuris en muziektheorie bij J. Sligter.

In 1979 en 1980 componeerde hij zijn Symfonie no. 1, waarvan het eerste deel in september 1982 door het Nederlands Balletorkest onder leiding van Ed Spanjaard tijdens het Gaudeamus Festival in première gebracht werd. In 1982 volgt de ouverture De vier Temperamenten ter gelegenheid van het 25-jarig jubileum van het Nationaal Jeugdorkest. Verder de orkestsuite De zeven Planeten voor het Limburgs Symfonie Orkest onder leiding van Ed Spanjaard. Door het Nederlands Kamerkoor werd in 1982 ook de Metamorphosen uitgevoerd. Bekend werd hij door zijn werken voor harmonie- en fanfareorkesten. Zo zijn werken van hem op het Wereld Muziek Concours te Kerkrade door vooraanstaande harmonie- en fanfareorkesten ten gehore gebracht.

Composities

Werken voor orkest
 1979-1980 rev.1983 Symfonie no. 1, voor orkest en orgel (ad. lib.), opus 1
 Begindeel
 Langzaamdeel
 Scherzo
 Finale
 1982 rev.1983 De vier temperamenten - ouverture, opus 5
 1982 De zeven Planeten, orkestsuite, opus 6
 Prelude (Maan)
 Scherzo (Mercurius)
 Romance (Venus)
 Intermezzo (Zon)
 Mars (Mars)
 Koraal (Jupiter)
 Postludium (Saturnus)
 1985 De legende van het Solsche Gat - symphonisch gedicht, voor spreekstem en orkest, opus 9 - tekst ontleend aan Veluwsche Sagen van Gust van de Wall Perné
 1985 Capriccio voor kamerorkest, opus 11
 1989 Orkestvariaties, voor symfonieorkest, opus 18
 Chaconne
 Fantasie
 Coda
 1991 Elegie, voor strijkers, opus 22
 2004 Reflexions, voor viool en symfonieorkest, opus 128

Werken voor harmonie- en fanfareorkest en brassband
 1982/1985 Entrata, voor fanfareorkest
 1985 Suite Heroique, voor harmonieorkest, opus 12
 Intrada
 Koraal
 Finale-Mars
 1985 Intrada, voor fanfareorkest, opus 13
 1986 rev.1989 Eerste suite - suite pathétique, voor fanfareorkest, opus 14 A
 Intrada
 Intermezzo-Elegie
 Finale
 1986 Eerste suite - suite pathétique, voor koperensemble, 10 saxofoons en 8-9 slagwerkers, opus 14 B
 1986 rev.1989 Eerste suite - suite pathétique, voor harmonieorkest, opus 14 C
 1988 Ouverture voor blazers, voor harmonieorkest (ook voor fanfareorkest en brassband), opus 16a
 1988 Koraalprelude, voor fanfareorkest, opus 16b
 1989 Ragtime Suite, voor harmonieorkest, opus 17
 Ragtime I
 Pastorale
 Ragtime II
 1991 Symphonia, voor fanfareorkest, opus 21
 1991 2e Ragtime-suite, voor harmonieorkest, opus 24
 Ragtime 1
 Part 2
 Ragtime 2
 1992 Elegie, concert voor twee bugels en fanfareorkest, opus 25
 1992 De Wychartsage - symphonisch gedicht over het ontstaan van Gelderland, voor fanfareorkest, opus 26
 De Draak - De liefde van Wychard voor Margaretha
 De processie
 Het besluit
 Wychards strijd met de Draak Gelre en zijn zege
 De hereniging met Margaretha
 De huwelijksplechtigheid
 De bouw van de burcht Gelre en het ontstaan van Gelre-/Gelderland
 1992 American fantasy, voor fanfareorkest, opus 27 (ook in een versie voor harmonieorkest)
 1992 Amazonian Dances (Rainforestsuite), voor harmonieorkest, opus 28
 1992 Slavische suite, voor fanfareorkest, opus 30
 Intrada
 Elegie I
 Elegie II
 Finale - Dans
 1992-1993 Dubbelconcert, voor 2 saxophoons en fanfare-orkest, opus 31
 Prelude
 Elegie
 treurmars
 finale
 1992-1993 Concert, voor 2 Bugels en fanfareorkest, opus 32
 Intrada
 Elegie
 Treurmars (Marche Funèbre)
 Finale, Dans
 1993 Orientaalse Rhapsodie, voor harmonieorkest, opus 33
 De entree van de Sultan met zijn gevolg
 Arabische Nachten
 Arabische dans.
 1993 Three Dance Movements, voor fanfareorkest, opus 34 (ook in en uitgave voor harmonieorkest)
 1993 Mars voor Maessen, voor harmonieorkest, opus 35
 1993 Mars, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 35 B
 1993 Minnertsga fantasie, voor fanfareorkest, opus 38
 1993 Ruimtemuziek 1, voor fanfareorkest, opus 39 A
 1993 Ruimtemuziek 2, voor fanfareorkest, opus 39 B
 1993 Festival fantasy, voor fanfareorkest, opus 40
 1994 Vijf gotische dansen, voor harmonieorkest, opus 37
 1994 Little house music - The FFO (Frysk Fanfare Orkest) goes bananas, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 41
 1994 Triple Concert, concert voor fanfare-orkest en 3 solisten: Esbas / F-Hoorn en sopranino-saxofoon, opus 42
 1994 Symphonietta, voor fanfareorkest, opus 44
 1994 Michaelssymphonie, voor groot harmonieorkest, opus 45 (Bevat citaat uit het lied "Michaël met zwaard en weegschaal")
 1994 Prelude for a contest, voor fanfareorkest, opus 46
 1994 Ceremonial Prelude, voor fanfareorkest, opus 47
 1994 Aries-ouverture, voor fanfareorkest, opus 48
 1994 Hymne for "St. Michaël", voor fanfareorkest, opus 49
 1994 Processional prelude, voor fanfareorkest, opus 50
 1994 Estonia, voor fanfareorkest, opus 51
 1994 Capricorn Choral, voor fanfareorkest, opus 52
 1994-1995 Sylvester Fantasie, voor fanfareorkest of brassband, opus 54
 1994-1995 Sheherazade, Arabische fantasie voor harmonieorkest, opus 63
 1995 Keltische fantasie, voor harmonieorkest, opus 55
 1995 Lemuria, voor fanfareorkest, opus 56
 1995 A Choral for a Solemn Occasion, voor fanfareorkest, opus 57 (ook in een versie voor harmonieorkest)
 1995 Zeven Vagantenliederen, voor mannenkoor, altsolo en harmonie-orkest, opus 58
 Raptor (Banvloek)
 Exul Ego (Bedelspreuk)
 Ver Redit (lentelied)
 Ecce Gratum (Voorjaarsgroet)
 Magnus Major (Leerdicht)
 Dulce Solum (Afscheidslied)
 Meum Est (De laatste wil van de drinker)
 1995 A choral for eternal friendship, voor harmonieorkest, opus 59
 1996 Wintermusic, voor fanfareorkest, opus 60
 1996 Dedication Choral, voor fanfareorkest, opus 61
 1996 Elegy for the earth, voor alt solo en groot harmonieorkest, opus 62 - tekst: Maria Talis
 1996 Elegy for love and despair, voor harmonieorkest, opus 62 A
 1996 Elegy for a Beloved, voor harmonieorkest, opus 62 B
 1996 4 Koralen voor een In Memoriam, voor fanfareorkest, opus 62 C
 1996 American Ouverture, voor fanfareorkest, opus 64
 1996-1997 Vioolconcert, voor viool en harmonieorkest, opus 65
 1996 Hope and Fate (Choral), voor harmonieorkest, opus 66
 1997 Rockexplosion, voor fanfareorkest, opus 67
 1997 In Memoriam, voor harmonieorkest, opus 68
 1997 Prelude Cantabile, voor fanfareorkest, opus 69
 1997 A Choral for Love, Hope and Belief, voor fanfareorkest, opus 70
 1997 Springtime Ouverture, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 71
 1997 Symphonische Fantasie: "Het hart van Frankrijk, muziek voor kathedralen en kastelen", voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 72
 1997 A choral for a solemn occasion, voor harmonieorkest
 1998 Balkan fantasie, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 75
 2000 Images, voor groot harmonieorkest, opus 105
 2001 Introduction to the Concert, voor fanfareorkest, opus 107
 2001/2004 Invocation (Reconciliationchoral), voor fanfareorkest, opus 110
 2001 Ouverture Fanfare and Farewell, voor fanfareorkest, opus 111
 2002 Tubaconcert, voor Es-bas en fanfare-orkest, opus 113
 2002 Symphonic Poem ''Africa'', ''searching for the origin of humanity'', voor fanfare-orkest, djembeh-ensemble, en zang (door het orkest)…), opus 114
 The Night; 'The awakening of the jungle'; 'In the village' (pentatoniek, djembeh-ensemble en gezang); 'The council of the eldest'; (intermezzo I:) 'Male dance' (djembeh-ensemble);
 'Preparations'; 'At the battlefield'; 'Voices of the jungle'; 'Elegy for the beloved'; 'The golden fields'; 'At the village' (mallets+zang); 'Preparations II'; 'The feast': (intermezzo II:) 'Dance I' (djembeh-ensemble+ slw.);
 'Warriordance' (djb.+slw.); 'Preparations and council'; 'Dance II' (djmbh.+slw.);
 'The Feast': (inleiding: mallets, ork.) 'Orgiastic Dance'; 'Maiden singing' (mallets+zang); 'Remembering the jungle'; 'Final Dance'; 'Triumph and Joy';)
 2002 Prelude for the Holy Grail, voor fanfareorkest, opus 116
 2002 Orphéon, voor fanfareorkest, opus 117
 2002 Concertprelude in Bes, voor fanfareorkest, opus 118
 2002-2003 Hymne, voor fanfareorkest, opus 120
 Prelude
 Agitato
 Elegie
 Agitato II
 2002 Prelude pastorale, voor fanfareorkest, opus 120A
 2002-2003 Sterrenmuziek, voor fanfareorkest, opus 122
 2003 Mélodie, voor fanfareorkest, opus 126 A
 2004 Movements, voor harmonieorkest, opus 125
 2004 Springsymphoniette, voor fanfareorkest, opus 126
 Intrada
 Mélodie
 Finale
 2004 Lamento e Trionfo, voor fanfareorkest, opus 127
 2006 Prelude in Des groot, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 133
 2006 Prelude in F groot, voor harmonie- of fanfareorkest, opus 134
 Peacemusic, voor fanfareorkest, opus 101

Werken voor koor
 1981 rev.1983 Metamorphosen, voor kamerkoor, opus 4
 1990 Ruimtezang, voor 7-stemmig gemengd koor a capella, opus 19 - tekst: Adriaan Roland Holst
 1997 Chant de la Lumière, voor kamerkoor, opus 73
 2001-2002 Muziek voor het koor: ''Le mystère du voix Bulgare'' en vioolsolo; opus 112
 In movement
 Out of silence
 Lamento
 Milenas Melody
 Le voix et la violon mystère
 A little dance for east and West
 Muziek voor Milena

Missen, cantates en geestelijke muziek
 1984 Petrus passie, voor spreekstem, vrouwenkoor (4 sopranen, 4 mezzosopranen, 4 alt) en 7 instrumentalisten (orgel, piano (tevens celesta), harp, slagwerker, 3 fluiten (1e en 2e tevens piccolo, 3e tevens altfluit)), opus 10 - teksten naar het evangelie van Petrus en op gedichten van Meta van IJzer
 1986-1988 Mis, voor solisten, gemengd koor en orkest, opus 15
 Kyrie
 Gloria
 Credo
 Sanctus
 Agnus Dei
 1992 Solus ad Victimam, voor 8 stemmig kamerkoor, opus 29
 1993/2003-2004 Greenpeace-cantate, voor harmonieorkest en mannenkoor, opus 124
 De Bazuinen van de Apocalyps - tekst: De Openbaringen van Johannes de Evangelist, het 8e hoofdstuk, de 1e vier bazuinen
 Midwintervisoenen - tekst: na het gedicht: "allengs gewichtiger 3", uit Tol betalen van Meta van IJzer
 Het strijdlied voor de groene vrede - tekst: Marc van Delft

Kamermuziek
 1976-1978 Duet, voor twee violen
 1980 Ballade, voor fluit en piano, opus 2
 1983 Suite, voor twaalf (dwars-)fluiten, opus 8
 12-stemmige 12-toonscanon (Andante)
 Scherzo
 De 12 uren van de toonklok van Peter Schat
 Intermezzo
 Aleatorische minimal music volgens een 12-toonsreeks
 1986 Prelude, voor fluit en piano
 1991 Prelude voor Filine en Ariëlle, voor fluit en harp (ook voor fluit en piano)
 1994 Prelude voor Annelies, voor flügelhorn en piano
 2000 Prelude voor Dafne, voor fluit en piano
 2000 Longing for Dafne, solo voor een instrumentalist (fluit of hobo of klarinet of saxofoon)
 2000 Toccata, voor saxofoonkwartet
 Adagio, voor fluit en piano

Werken voor piano
 1984 Daphne's musicbook, voor piano vierhandig
 Fantasie
 Klein pianostukje in potlood
 Prelude voor Filine en Ariëlle

Externe links
 Internet pagina met toelichtingen
 Titelbeschrijvingen in de bladmuziekcatalogus van de Muziekbibliotheek van de Omroep

Klassiek pianist
Nederlands componist
Nederlands pianist
20e-eeuws componist
21e-eeuws componist
Christelijke muziek


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Color: A Natural History of the Palette
By Jael Paris - July 30, 2008
Details: Color: A Natural History of the Palette by Victoria Finaly was published in 2003. The author focuses on popular pigments and dyes of the pre-synthetic era. In addition to covering art history, the book is part travelogue.
If you're curious about the history of colors or want to know more about making organic dyes, this is a must read.
Pros: I'd never thought before what goes into making a dye and how frustrating it would be to see a color in nature and not be able to reproduce it anywhere else. It's amazing how many people died in the pursuit and trade of color.
I'd also never thought about the difference between pigments and dyes. For example, in Jan van Eyck's The Arnolfini Portrait, it would have been impossible for anyone to have that color of green cloth at that time; thus the choice of color for the wife's dress must be seen as purely symbolic.
Cons: Finlay frequently veers into speculation, but at least she's clear about it when she does.
The chapter on orange focused exclusively on violin varnishes.
Favorite Tidbits: The only dye made from leaves is indigo. Most organic dyes are made from bark.
Carmine, color additive E120, which is in your red lipstick and cherry Coke, is made from the blood of conchineal, a parasitic bug. (Pictured at right.)
Mummy brown, a popular pigment of the Pre-Raphaelites, was actually made of human corpses.
For centuries, purple was a mourning color in England.
The most common method of dying black clothing is dying it several colors until it appears black. Before the invention of synthetic dyes, this was an expensive process. This is why your black clothing fades so irregularly. The best organic black dye is made from the sap of the logwood tree and was traded by retired pirates. Puts Puritan black in a new perspective, doesn't it?
books color ethical fashion
Rachel said…
Interesting!! I might have to read this.


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When I imagine a southern hollow, my mind takes me to a sunken clearing in the mountains or the woods… a good spot to build a bright campfire -- and tell a story. But the more I explore the history of my part of the world, the more I come across a new kind of southern hollows: men and women missing that bit of conscience or soul or whatever you want to call it that lets us see, and feel, somebody else's humanity.
And though many of their tales are little known, they often have shaped history, and are definitely stories we ought to remember.
So once in a while, that's precisely what we do.
The Host: Stinson Liles
Stinson Liles is a writer and a branding consultant who has advised a variety of national non-profits, including the National Civil Rights Museum, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and the Library of Congress. He lives in Memphis with his wife, his children, his dogs, and his Dad's old Booker T and the MGs records.
For years, I've loved history and storytelling podcasts. There's Backstory and Memory Palace and Lore and, of course, Dan Carlin's monster of a podcast, Hardcore History, and I have long fantasized about joining them with a historical story podcast that draws listeners into the events of decades -- maybe even centuries -- ago. Not really serious, I wrote them in my head in the shower and on the expressway and while my mother explained whose sister-in-law it was she saw at lunch on Thursday. (Don't worry, she won't see this. She doesn't have the Internet.)
But as a changing world unfolds before us, I became more and more interested in sharing stories about those moments in our past when we listened to our darker hearts. And Southern Hollows was born. And while my final inspiration was current, I promise never to engineer parallels or force-feed a moral of the story. Please call me out if you catch me doing it.
Most of all, I hope to hear from you. Most writers write for others (the rest lie about writing for others), and I am sincere when I say reach out.
Now, back to history.


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Siasat.com/Technology/US temporarily loosens restrictions on Huawei products
US temporarily loosens restrictions on Huawei products
| Published: 21st May 2019 12:14 pm IST
Screengrab: ANI
Washington: The US Commerce Department has announced loosening of some of the restrictions Washington placed on Huawei equipment last week, which made it difficult for American companies to do business with the Chinese tech giant.
Although Huawei does not do much business in the US, the company is the sole provider of networking equipment to many rural American internet providers. Those companies have said it will take time – or may be impossible – to replace their Huawei technology with a rival's, CNN reported.
The department on Monday issued a temporary general license that lets Huawei buy US goods to maintain existing networks and continue providing wireless services.
The company however, is still banned from buying American equipment to make new products.
The license took effect on Monday and lasts for 90 days, at which point it could be extended.
"The Temporary General License grants operators time to make other arrangements and the Department space to determine the appropriate long term measures for Americans and foreign telecommunications providers that currently rely on Huawei equipment for critical services," Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross said in a statement.
In response to the development, Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei said on Tuesday that the US temporary license didn't "make much sense", reiterating that the company was prepared for disruptions to its supply chain.
"We shall not narrow-mindedly exclude US chips. We shall grow together. But when there is a supply shortage, we have a backup," he said in an interview with Chinese state broadcaster CCTV.
The executive order comes amid an escalating trade war between the US and China.
The US has also publicly asked its allies to steer clear of using Huawei products over concerns that the equipment could be used by the Chinese government to obtain private information.
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Q: ffmpeg scroll text without gap I'm using this command to scroll text on video
"drawbox=y=ih-108:color=blue@0.4:\
width=iw:height=48:t=fill, \
drawtext=textfile=file.txt: \
fontfile=OpenSans-Regular.ttf: \
y=h-line_h-65:\
x=w-mod(max(t-1.5\,0)*(w+tw)/18.5\, (w+tw)): \
fontcolor=white:fontsize=36" \

This scroll runs in loop with gap. When all the text is scrolled on video [there's a gap] then it restarts the scroll.
I want scroll to run continuously without any gap like in this video -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0ZpLAgpghk
Is there any other filter to accomplish this
or how do i modify the x= expression to get desired output?

A: You can achieve this by chaining two drawtext filters
"drawbox=y=ih-108:color=blue@0.4:\
width=iw:height=48:t=fill, \
drawtext=textfile=file.txt: \
fontfile=OpenSans-Regular.ttf: \
y=h-line_h-65:\
x=w-mod(max(t-START_TIME_OFFSET\,0)*(SPEED)\, 2*(tw+MARGIN)): \
fontcolor=white:fontsize=36, \
drawtext=textfile=file.txt: \
fontfile=OpenSans-Regular.ttf: \
y=h-line_h-65:\
x=w-mod(max(t-(tw+MARGIN)/(SPEED)-START_TIME_OFFSET\,0)*(SPEED)\, 2*(tw+MARGIN)): \
fontcolor=white:fontsize=36"

START_TIME_OFFSET is the initial time when the text appears e.g. 1.5 seconds.
SPEED is the scrolling distance for one character per second e.g. 100 pixels or 1/10th the width, w/10.
MARGIN is the distance between the end of one scroll and the start of the next e.g. 100 pixels or proportional distance w/5.
For this method, text has to be equal to or wider than frame width.


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