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Console Review: Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega
6th April 2016 Simon Plumbe Headlines, Retro Gaming, Reviews, Spectrum, Video Games 1
In the 1980s, if you living in the UK and a big 8-bit computer enthusiast, the chances are that you were either a Commodore 64 or a ZX Spectrum owner. The rivalry between the two formats is the stuff of legends. While the Commodore was the more dominant machine globally and more successful overall selling more units and went on to be the most successful home computer of its generation, the home-grown Spectrum was the one that the Brits took to their hearts. As an individual, I have to admit that I fell firmly into the Commodore camp. I'd been using computers at school since primary school in the late 70s – my school was incredibly lucky to have ONE computer – and because it had been built for the school by my friend's dad it seemed as if he and I were allowed a bit more computer time than many of the other kids!
So when it came to getting my own computer for Christmas one year (after a Pong clone and several handheld and tabletop LED games), my choice was between a Sinclair machine or a Commodore Vic 20. Seeing the real keyboard of the Vic 20 made it a no-brainer for me at the time, so I ended up progressing through the entire Commodore family from that point, although with a range of friends owning different computers and consoles, the Spectrum was never too far from view…
Produced by way of an Inidegogo crowdfunding campaign, the Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega is an unassuming device. With a small footprint not much larger than Sony's PlayStation TV, it's one of two machines released last year bearing the ZX Spectrum name, the other being the Recreated ZX Spectrum from Elite Systems. In the case of the latter, while it may look like a ZX Spectrum in reality it's little more than a bluetooth keyboard and associated Android / iOS app so the hardware itself isn't capable of running anything whatsoever. Retro Computers Ltd, decided to go down a more practical approach with their device…
In the case of the ZX Spectrum Vega, this is a complete stand-alone console designed and built in the UK with an impressive pedigree behind it. It has been designed by Chris Smith who is a former Spectrum games developer and who is now recognised as being the foremost expert on Spectrum hardware. Supporting him are Dr David Levy (President of the International Computer Games Association, author of over 50 books on computer games, AI, and robotics and far too many other credits to mention here), Paul Andrews (producer and entrepreneur with extensive work in the media and games industries) and last but certainly by no means least – Sir Clive Sinclair who needs no introduction, and Sir Clive is a part shareholder of Retro Computers Ltd. Even the ZX Spectrum name has been licensed from Sky In-Home Service Ltd (who purchased the brand from Amstrad) to make sure that this was going to be as close to a real Spectrum experience for gamers as possible.
But What Exactly Is It?
Before I carry on going into too much detail, I have to point out that this isn't quite a ZX Spectrum. No matter how primitive the technology may be that is inside the old 8-bit systems, manufacturing them today would be prohibitively expensive. The old Zilog Z80 processors aren't being made anymore and I think it's a safe bet that no where is making RAM chips small enough to cater for the needs of the 16-bit era, let alone a 48K system. So what really is under the hood?
The reality is that the Vega is a micro console powered by an ARM Processor similar to that found in most modern mobile phones along with a graphics controller. The Spectrum side of things is actually handled via emulation custom written for the Vega so sadly there is no real original ZX Spectrum hardware inside the console, but because of the emulator, it is capable of running games developed for the 48k and 128K Spectrum. Instead of the regular Spectrum keyboard, this has been replaced with a d-pad, four action buttons, four smaller menu buttons and a reset button with the console reduced in size to approximately one-third of the size of the original 48K Spectrum.
The box itself is rather reminiscent of the original Spectrum packaging, and even the rear of it has been designed to look like the old set-up guide for the of 48k ZX Spectrum making the buyer immediately feel at home. Opening it up reveals the 16-page instruction manual, and the console itself. Unlike the original ZX Spectrum, the cables are integrated into the Vega so this is one thing you need to be aware of when using it although they do feel quite durable.
The video output is by way of standard composite video and stereo audio but the power lead is a little unusual. For most plug and play units, they're battery powered or mains operated but the Vega is neither. Instead, it's USB powered but doesn't come with a plug for the USB lead in the box. For those with modern TVs that have USB ports, or spare phone chargers around this shouldn't be a problem (and it certainly makes shipping the console globally a lot easier), but it is frustrating not being able to plug it in straight out of the box.
Despite this, I have to say that the build quality of the Vega is very impressive. It's lightweight, sturdy and everything is functional. There's nothing wasted in the design (or the packaging for that matter) and while the console itself is sleek and functional, it still has that Spectrum "feel" to it. I have to say that I was also impressed with the included manual. It's a fairly comprehensive booklet that covers everything from setting up the console anywhere in the world to using all of its functions (including saving game progress), to a troubleshooting guide. Okay Retro Computers, not even powered it up yet and you have me impressed…
Getting up and running with the Vega is simplicity itself. Once all of the AV leads are connected, simply plug the USB lead into whatever outlet you choose and the Vega powers up straight away. You're presented with a few introductory screens before being taken to the main menu. A chip tune plays in the background using the Spectrum's sound chip and you're presented with the extensive games list. It will seem daunting at first but to make things easier for players to find their way around, the list has been split up alphabetically. Pushing up / down scrolls within each letter while left / right changes letter. Pressing F or S selects the highlighted game, while pressing A changes from the arcade-style games list to the Adventure games and vice-versa. Pressing B will swap over to the list of available games on the optional MicroSD card (but more on that later).
Once you've picked whatever game you want to play, loading is almost instantaneous and prior to play you're presented with a brief screen displaying the controls as they are mapped to the Vega's limited buttons, before allowing you to get straight into the game.
For the most part, the d-pad works quite well although it isn't as responsive as what you'd find in most mainstream consoles. The four primary buttons have recreated the "rubber key" feel of the Spectrum (whether you think this is a good thing or not depends on which model of the Spectrum was your personal favourite), although I felt that the reset button and the remaining four (which are primarily used to access menus) are small and a little fiddly for larger fingers.
As I said, controls for the in-built game have been pre-mapped to the d-pad and each of the four action buttons so there's no need to configure controls for each specific game making play incredibly easy and quick to get into. Even text adventures are catered for with the inclusion of an on-screen keyboard that can be accessed through the menu buttons which is surprisingly simply to use.
Games, Games, Games!
The packaging and promotional coverage for the ZX Spectrum Vega boasts about the console shipping with a staggering 1,000 built-in games on its internal storage. While we've seen claims made by different consoles in the past regarding the numbers of games on offer from the 30 games of the Commodore 64DTV to the 100 built into the Atari Flashback 6, no machine to-date has offered so many, and certainly not this many that are officially licensed. There are games here from a wide range of publishers and developers included – some that Spectrum owners will be familiar with and others not so much. The team behind the Vega actively sought out games to add to the console and countless copyright holders approached Retro Computers Ltd wanting to be a part of the Vega as well building up an impressive library. The copyright ownership is something I certainly won't go into here as it's a minefield I've had to tackle myself trying to source games for our own downloads section. In some cases copyrights lie with the authors, not the publishers, sometimes both, and when publishers fold, rights end up in limbo so it's a logistical nightmare so amassing such a huge collection has to be applauded.
There are a large number of contemporary Spectrum games included as well but there truly is something for everyone here and the list of well-known titles is certainly impressive. Much of the back catalogue from Gremlin Graphics is present including a few games in the Monty Mole series and the superb Bounder, some of the breathtaking classics are included from Ultimate: Play The Game including one of my all-time favourites Jetpac (not to mention games like Sabre Wulf, Attic Attack, Underwurlde and more), most of the back catalogue from CRL… far too many to mention but there really are some gems here. And that's just in the Arcade section!
The Adventure section is just as blessed, with many of the classic Mastertronic games making an appearance courtesy of their original authors, the Tolkein parody Bored Of The Rings, and many of the horror adventures released by CRL – Frankenstein, Dr Jekyl and Mr Hyde and more. The concern that some may have here when it comes to text adventures is how could you possibly play them with a d-pad? The answer is remarkably well. The Vega's menu buttons allow the console to bring up a virtual keyboard and with a little practice this soon becomes second nature when it comes to playing text adventures. No, you won't be using this entry method for writing your next novel, but it works well for games and makes them fun and enjoyable to play.
It has to be said that the overall quality of the games does vary dramatically and some of the included titles have dated very badly. Some games have stood the test of time remarkably well including the ones I have mentioned above, and many others, but then there are some that probably didn't even garner any positive feedback when first released let alone now some 30 years after their release. Regardless, there's more than enough choice to provide you with ample gameplay for your money.
Not Enough For You?
With so many games on offer right out of the box, most people would be more than happy with the selection of what is on offer especially with the inclusion of some true classics but as the Spectrum had a library of well over 10,000 games released during its lifetime, the question has to be asked as to whether or not the console can be upgraded or added to in any way to allow more to be played. Well, this is where the MicroSD card slot comes in.
Located underneath the console, inserting a MicroSD card into this slot opens up a new world of features for the Vega. First, you can use the MicroSD card to save game data from any of the built-in games on the system, ideal for those of you playing any of the myriad of text adventures on offer. Most importantly though, there are thousands more games out there for the Spectrum available for downloading that you no doubt want to play and while we certainly can't condone the use of pirated software, there is a lot of legally available games that you can add to the console.
The Vega can support Spectrum emulator files in several formats – .TAP, .Z80 and .SZX so as long as your files are in one of these you can run them on the Vega. Obviously, depending on the control methods used by the games in question, not all will work perfectly on the Vega but as a general rule of thumb, if they have the option to select a Kempston Joystick, choose that and usually you'll be fine! If you do struggle, you can create custom keymaps for games in the same way that the built-in games have been configured and Retro Computers Ltd have provided help and advise on how to do this on their website.
When it comes to the aesthetics of emulating the Spectrum, the Vega does an impressive job all round. While it can't recreate the fuzzy look of playing games on an old CRT screen back in the 80s, and certainly not using a modern television with a composite output, it more than looks the part. When running 48K Spectrum games, graphics look exactly how you would expect, along with the accompanying blips and beeps, and the Vega does a wonderful job of emulating the superior sound chip of latter models as well so you're in for a treat with some of the games on offer.
Obviously, the one thing to remember with any retro console is that the graphics will look dated, even more so depending on the size of the TV screen that you use. I've used the Vega alternating between a 15″ CRT and a 40″ LED screen and despite the vast size differences, it still looks great on both with fluid movement and plays like a dream with no lag, or problems.
Now, having said all of that about the Vega, the question has to be asked who is the console really aimed at? Is it for people who grew up with the Spectrum when they were younger and who now want to play the games again on modern TV sets without the hassle of having to load what are now unreliable cassettes. Is it aimed at existing Spectrum owners who want to add another system to their collection and have a massive boost to their games collection overnight or is it targetted at the Spectrum newbie who has never owned a Sinclair machine before to entice them into the world of the Spectrum?
Probably a combination of all of the above. In all honesty, purists are going to be wary of the console because it contains no original Spectrum hardware and doesn't have a keyboard but for those who are interested in the hobbyist side of the Spectrum and everything associated with it then being frank that's something that no console or emulator would ever be able to provide and it's something that you'll only ever get from an original machine and that goes for any retro computer or console.
However, if you're like me wanting to try out what the Spectrum has to offer properly for the first time, then the Vega is the perfect opportunity to not only experience the sights and sounds of the Spectrum, but also the games in the most cost effective legal way possible.
Having been using the Vega for a couple of weeks now has been quite a unique experience. Despite not being a full-blown Spectrum and focusing more on the games side of the computer, it really has made me feel as if I can now truly call myself a Spectrum owner and be able to converse with like-minded Speccy enthusiasts. I've still only began to scratch the surface with all of the games that are pre-loaded and have had hours of fun playing on it so far. Yes, there are some that have had me reaching for the reset button within a matter of second, but others have kept me playing for hours if deadlines would let me.
I've been surprised by it in so many small ways as well. Not just the console and the quality of many of the games, but small things you wouldn't necessarily think of. Not once during the time I've used it so far has the Vega even got warm let alone hot even after a few hours of use. I can't even say that about my mobile phone when using Facebook or other relatively basic apps. Equally, the level of after-sales support available for the console is remarkable. There is plenty of online support through the official forum on their website, downloads for firmware updates as these are made available, but equally additional resources for Vega owners. The most notable of these is a resource of Keymaps for games not featured on the console allowing you to download these files to accompany games you have on your own MicroSD cards making it easier to run on the console, along with detailed instructions on creating your own for games that aren't covered.
Whichever way you see this, there's no denying that the ZX Spectrum Vega offers fantastic value for money. While it's not the cheapest emulation-based console on the market, its certainly the most comprehensive and only one of a few that are officially licensed AND that are capable of running anything beyond the bundled games. Add to that the fact that it has enough games to last you a lifetime and you really couldn't ask for anything more. Whether you're a nostalgia buff with a hankering for the old days of the ZX Spectrum, or you just want to see why people have been so passionate about the Spectrum for the past 30+ years, then this console should have a place on your retro shopping list right now.
Finally, if you do decide to take the plunge and are looking for more Spectrum games to compliment the selection on the ZX Spectrum Vega, we have a selection available for downloading legally on our ZX Spectrum Downloads Page which is updated regularly.
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The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called on Malaysia to review the Sedition Act and to repeal or amend it in line with its international human rights obligations, reports the UN News Centre.
The United Nations human rights office today urged Malaysian authorities to immediately stop investigations and prosecutions under a 1948 law that curbed free speech and freedom of expression in the South-east Asian nation.
"We are concerned about the recent increase in the use of the 1948 Sedition Act to arrest and prosecute people for their peaceful expression of opinion in Malaysia," the spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Rupert Colville, said in Geneva.
Since the beginning of August, at least 19 people, including religious leaders, civil society actors, political opposition members and activists, a university professor and a journalist have been charged or placed under investigation for sedition, according to the Office of the High Commissioner (OHCHR).
Most recently, an investigation was opened against Edmund Bon, a human rights and constitutional lawyer, for comments in an article on the legal use of the word Allah, which were critical of current restrictions on members of the other religious groups using the term.
The UN right office said it was also concerned that the authorities in Malaysia are arbitrarily applying the Sedition Act to silence critical voices.
The Act is "overly broad and does not outline well-defined criteria for sedition," Mr. Colville said speaking on behalf of the OHCHR.
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Die  ICC World Cricket League Division One 2010 war die zweite Ausgabe dieses One-Day-Cricket-Wettbewerbes und fand zwischen dem 1. und 10. Juli 2010 in den Niederlanden statt. Der Wettbewerb war Teil der ICC World Cricket League 2009–14. Er diente auch als Qualifikationsturnier für die ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2014 in Neuseeland. Im Finale setzte sich Irland gegen Schottland mit sechs Wickets durch.

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Teilnehmer waren die besten sechs Associate Member des ICC mit ODI-Status. Im Vergleich zu der vorherigen Ausgabe kam Afghanistan anstelle von Bermuda aufgrund des Endstands beim ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2009 hinzu.

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In einer Gruppenphase spielte jedes Team gegen jedes andere. Der Sieger eines Spiels bekam zwei Punkte, für ein Unentschieden oder No Result gab es einen Punkt. Die beiden Gruppenersten bestritten das Finale.

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Die folgende Stadien wurden als Austragungsort vorgesehen

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Spiel um Platz 5

Spiel um Platz 3

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I happen to like the sound of that word Freedom! There is just something about it. When I see the flag rippling in the wind, it reminds me of the great nation we have. Sure seems like the founding fathers had a lofty and noble goal in mind when they wrote the founding documents.
Even those early leaders were aware of the powerful hand of God. Those men wanted freedom for their countrymen, children, grandchildren, and those of us in 2018 whom they had never met.
They were finished with the old way of living under the rule of the British Crown. That is history. They believed it was time for something new, and that new thing was and is Freedom!
As I read the Declaration of Independence, I was amazed at how many times it talked about Free and Independent States. The founding fathers knew what they were talking about and they knew what the citizenry needed. When leaving Independence Hall at the close of the 1787 Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked if they had created a republic or a monarchy. He replied, "A republic, if you can keep it." Are we living in a country that still has those early freedoms? New Hampshire has the motto, "Live Free or Die." If you were living in a country that was not free, would you be willing to die to be free?
Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there isliberty.
When reading the Declaration of Independence, you almost get the feeling that the men who wrote it were reading the Bible every now and then!
Patrick Henry knew that freedom was vital for the "pursuit of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." He knew that all people should have the liberty to pursue their dreams and goals under the blanket of freedom and law. And, of course, to pursue truth, we need to live in a free society.
So how about you? What are you going to do when those freedoms are threatened one day? Have you already decided how you would respond? Is freedom so valuable to you that you would fight to keep it? What are you doing today to preserve those freedoms for the generations to come?
Watch this short video of a man getting arrested for only doing one thing: preaching the Bible!
Now, this happened in England, and, of course, we know they have lost their way. But be assured that many people here in America want to impose those same prohibitions as well.
So as you enjoy some grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, family, and fireworks this summer, also enjoy a slice of freedom while you still have the chance. Continue to live free in Christ, and continue to fight for the freedoms that truly do matter!
P.S. Always remember that more people love this country than don't!


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Q: How to use ServerWebExchange.getMultipartData I'm writing global filter in spring cloud gateway. Trying to read request body in multipart/form-data type.
I've tried this:
@Slf4j
@Component
public class TestFilter implements GlobalFilter {

    private String loginId = "123456789";
    private String token = "987654321";

    @Override
    public Mono<Void> filter(ServerWebExchange exchange, GatewayFilterChain chain) {

        Mono<MultiValueMap<String, Part>> multipartData = exchange.getMultipartData();
        return multipartData.flatMap(d -> {
            String loginIdVal = ((FormFieldPart) d.getFirst("loginId")).value();
            String tokenVal = ((FormFieldPart) d.getFirst("token")).value();

            log.info("loginIdVal: {}, tokenVal: {}", loginIdVal, tokenVal);

            return loginIdVal.equals(loginId) && tokenVal.equals(token)
                    ? chain.filter(exchange)
                    : Mono.error(new IllegalArgumentException("Not match"));
        });

    }

}

But it always only works one time after I start the app. Then the exception appeared:
java.lang.IllegalStateException: Only one connection receive subscriber allowed.

I understand the request body can only be read once. But I didn't read body twice and why the exception always appeared from second execution?

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id: 56533eb9ac21ba0edf2244d9
title: Comparar com o operador lógico OR
challengeType: 1
videoUrl: 'https://scrimba.com/c/cEPrGTN'
forumTopicId: 16800
dashedName: comparisons-with-the-logical-or-operator
---

# --description--

O <dfn>operador lógico OR</dfn> (`||`) retorna `true` se qualquer um dos <dfn>operandos</dfn> for `true`. Caso contrário, retorna `false`.

O <dfn>operador lógico ou</dfn> é composto por dois símbolos de pipe: (`||`). Normalmente, ele pode ser encontrado entre as teclas Backspace e Enter.

O padrão abaixo deve parecer familiar aos pontos das passagens anteriores:

```js
if (num > 10) {
  return "No";
}
if (num < 5) {
  return "No";
}
return "Yes";
```

retornará `Yes` apenas se `num` for entre `5` e `10` (5 e 10 incluídos). A mesma lógica pode ser escrita assim:

```js
if (num > 10 || num < 5) {
  return "No";
}
return "Yes";
```

# --instructions--

Combine as duas instruções `if` em uma mesma instrução a qual retorna a string `Outside` se `val` não estiver entre `10` e `20`, inclusos 10 e 20. Caso contrário, retorna a string `Inside`.

# --hints--

Você deve usar o operador `||` uma vez

```js
assert(code.match(/\|\|/g).length === 1);
```

Você deve ter apenas uma instrução `if`

```js
assert(code.match(/if/g).length === 1);
```

`testLogicalOr(0)` deve retornar a string `Outside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(0) === 'Outside');
```

`testLogicalOr(9)` deve retornar a string `Outside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(9) === 'Outside');
```

`testLogicalOr(10)` deve retornar a string `Inside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(10) === 'Inside');
```

`testLogicalOr(15)` deve retornar a string `Inside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(15) === 'Inside');
```

`testLogicalOr(19)` deve retornar a string `Inside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(19) === 'Inside');
```

`testLogicalOr(20)` deve retornar a string `Inside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(20) === 'Inside');
```

`testLogicalOr(21)` deve retornar a string `Outside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(21) === 'Outside');
```

`testLogicalOr(25)` deve retornar a string `Outside`

```js
assert(testLogicalOr(25) === 'Outside');
```

# --seed--

## --seed-contents--

```js
function testLogicalOr(val) {
  // Only change code below this line

  if (val) {
    return "Outside";
  }

  if (val) {
    return "Outside";
  }

  // Only change code above this line
  return "Inside";
}

testLogicalOr(15);
```

# --solutions--

```js
function testLogicalOr(val) {
  if (val < 10 || val > 20) {
    return "Outside";
  }
  return "Inside";
}
```

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Home Photos In Pics: From 252-foot to 12-foot, 5 dangerous asteroids set to pass Earth soon
In Pics: From 252-foot to 12-foot, 5 dangerous asteroids set to pass Earth soon
NASA has again warned that a group of asteroids is set to pass Earth in the coming days. One of them is a 252-foot giant and another will pass at a distance closer than the Moon! Know what NASA has revealed about these space rocks.
Asteroid 2022 WM7 - This 12-foot asteroid will pass Earth at a distance that is even closer than the Moon! NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office has warned that the asteroid, named Asteroid 2022 WM7, will make its closest approach to Earth today, November 28, at a distance of just 78500 kilometers. (Pixabay)
1/5 Asteroid 2022 WM7 - This 12-foot asteroid will pass Earth at a distance that is even closer than the Moon! NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office has warned that the asteroid, named Asteroid 2022 WM7, will make its closest approach to Earth today, November 28, at a distance of just 78500 kilometers. (Pixabay)
Asteroid 2022 WS5 - A huge asteroid with a size ranging between 62 feet and 141 feet will fly past Earth by a very close margin tomorrow, November 29. The asteroid, named Asteroid 2022 WS5, will make its closest approach with the planet at a distance of 1.8 million kilometers. The asteroid is travelling towards the planet at a blistering speed of 42128 kilometers per hour! (Pixabay)
2/5 Asteroid 2022 WS5 - A huge asteroid with a size ranging between 62 feet and 141 feet will fly past Earth by a very close margin tomorrow, November 29. The asteroid, named Asteroid 2022 WS5, will make its closest approach with the planet at a distance of 1.8 million kilometers. The asteroid is travelling towards the planet at a blistering speed of 42128 kilometers per hour! (Pixabay)
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Asteroid 2022 WO7 - NASA has warned that an asteroid named Asteroid 2022 WO7 is heading for Earth and is expected to pass by the planet closely on November 30. Asteroid 2022 WO7 is already on its way towards us travelling at a staggering speed of 3754 kilometers per hour. The asteroid, with a width between 111 feet and 252 feet, will make its closest approach to Earth a distance of just 4.8 million kilometers. (Pixabay)
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DHS Appoints Ex All Black Advisor As Director Of Rugby
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He has enjoyed a long and successful career coaching rugby, which began back in 1994 when he was appointed as the Lions High Performance Manager. His career took a huge leap in 2001, when he was appointed as the Technical Advisor to the Chiefs Super Rugby Franchise. Nico was then appointed by the Waikato Rugby Union as their Technical Advisor. His period in New Zealand also included working as Performance Analyst for the Blues Super Rugby Franchise and the North Harbour Rugby Union. The highlight of his stay in New Zealand was when he was appointed as Technical Advisor to the All Blacks.
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Jared Leto Will Play 'Morbius' In Spider-Man Spin-off Movie
Posted on Wednesday, June 27th, 2018 by Chris Evangelista
Sony's Spider-Verse continues to weave its web. Jared Leto will star in Morbius, a Spider-Man spin-off about antihero Morbius the Living Vampire. Daniel Espinosa, the director of Life, will helm the film, with a script from the duo behind Netflix's Lost in Space reboot.
Sony is hell-bent on making their "Spider-Verse" (or whatever it's actually called) work. While they struck a deal with Marvel to bring Spider-Man into the MCU, Sony still owns most Spider-Man-related characters. This year they have Venom, featuring Tom Hardy and his big CGI tongue, hitting theaters. And now THR says they're plowing ahead with a Morbius movie. Jared Leto, who has already appeared in the DCEU as the Joker, will play the the title character.
Leto's character, Dr. Michael Morbius, is a Nobel Prize winning biochemist who, according to the Marvel wiki, suffers from "debilitating blood disease and developed an experimental treatment involving vampire bats and electroshocks. Its side effects turned him into a pseudo-vampire who needed to consume blood in order to survive, and gained typical vampire characteristics such as an aversion to sunlight, and the powers of flight, enhanced strength, speed, and healing (a healing factor). His overall appearance changed as well: he gained fangs, his nose flattened to appear more bat-like, and his skin became extremely pale. Additionally, the victims of his bite would turn into living vampires themselves."
The character first appeared in the pages of Amazing Spider-Man in 1971. Morbius started out as a villain, but over the years, the character evolved into more of an antihero (like Venom). And now Sony wants to put Morbius on the big screen! Why? You'd have to ask them! I don't want to be overly negative here, but I can't imagine who this movie is for. Is anyone clamoring for a Morbius movie starring Jared Leto? Other than Jared Leto, I mean.
Sony has been trying to get their Spider-Man-based cinematic universe off the ground for several years now. After Sony rebooted Spider-Man with The Amazing Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man 2, the plan was to launch several spinoffs, including a Sinister 6 movie. Things haven't going according to plan, though. Since then, Sony struck their big Marvel deal to bring Spidey into the MCU. And yet, no one seems to be clear on what Sony's Spider-Verse is. Venom will not feature Tom Holland's Spider-Man/Peter Parker, and it's unclear if the character will appear in Morbius as well. Are all of Sony's live-action Spider-Verse movies going to be void of Spider-Man? So far, the only Spider-Verse film to feature Spidey is the animated Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
In any case, Morbius will be directed by Daniel Espinosa, the filmmaker behind Safe House and Life (a movie that many thought was going to be a secret Venom-prequel, but wasn't). Burk Sharpless and Matt Sazama, the showrunners of Netflix's Lost in Space reboot, will write the script.
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The customer is responsible for promptly discovering and making any necessary repairs to stop the loss of water. Although there is no obligation for OWASA to adjust accounts when the water has been metered properly, we want to encourage customers to make prompt and permanent repairs. We also want to give consideration for the unusual circumstances and repair expenses by adjusting the customer's billing charges.
OWASA's new advanced meter technology will also enable our customer service staff to more quickly detect and notify customers of irregular, high water consumption and low-flow, continuous consumption. We will not charge for this notification service; however, customers will be responsible for making sure OWASA has the most accurate contact information. Without accurate contact information, customers will not be eligible for leak notification or emergency water loss adjustments.
To request an account adjustment after you have fixed the leak, please read the information below and contact us if you have any questions.
A copy of the plumber's bill, or receipts for materials purchased if you made the repairs.
The amount of the bill adjustment depends in part on whether the water from the leak returned to the sanitary sewer system or leaked elsewhere on your property.
For sewer service, we may adjust the customer's account by 100% of the amount exceeding the previous 12 months' average monthly bill, excluding the month(s) of excessive water use for which an adjustment is requested.
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Host nation Brazil will kick off next year's soccer World Cup against Croatia in Sao Paulo on June 12 and the favourites will be happy with a Group A also containing Mexico and Cameroon as they seek their sixth title.
Friday's complicated draw procedure went off smoothly as holders Spain and 2010 runners-up Netherlands were put together in the group stages, but have a tough task with Chile and Australia alongside them in Group B.
England, Italy and Uruguay, all former winners, were put together, along with Costa Rica, in Group D, with England facing Italy in the jungle city of Manaus in their first game.
A meeting with Uruguay, the 2011 Copa America winners and semi-finalists at the last World Cup promises to be a hard enough test for England in their second match in Sao Paulo on June 19.
"It's a tough group, there's no doubt about that," said England coach Roy Hodgson, whose team also face Costa Rica.
"In Italy and Uruguay it's almost as though we have got two number one seeds in our group."
Germany will come face to face with their former striker and coach Juergen Klinsmann, now in charge of the United States, with Portugal and Ghana completing the Group G lineup.
The two European nations will meet in their first match in Salvador on June 16.
The draw was kinder to host nation Brazil, however, as they seek to make up for their failure to lift the trophy when they last hosted the finals back in 1950.
After scraping through qualifying via a play-off, France were drawn in Group E with neighbours Switzerland, Ecuador and Honduras.
Bosnia, the only one of the 32 teams taking part in their first World Cup finals, face Argentina, Iran and Nigeria.
Colombia will face Greece, the Ivory Coast and Japan in Group C, while Belgium, another of the potential dark horses, will meet Algeria, Russia and South Korea in Group H.
The final is in Rio de Janeiro on July 13.


A New Jersey-based construction management firm has been charged with bribing Indian officials several crores of rupees to win two major water developmental projects in Goa and in Guwahati.
The bribery of $976,630 for a Goa project by Louis Berger included that to a minister, the details of which have not been disclosed by the Department of Justice.
On Friday, the company agreed to pay $17.1 million criminal fine to resolve charges that it bribed officials in India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Kuwait to secure government construction management contracts.
Two of its former executives - Richard Hirsch (61) of Philippines, and James McClung (59) of the UAE - pleaded guilty to the bribery charges.
McClung previously served as senior vice president responsible for the firm's operations in India and in Vietnam.
Sentencing hearings for Hirsch and McClung are scheduled for November 5, 2015.
The Indian government, assisted by Japanese government, initiated the five-year Goa Water Supply and Sewerage Project to expand, rehabilitate and build water and sewerage facilities.
Louis Berger was part of a consortium for the project in Goa. The consortium included two Japanese firms and an Indian partner.
The team developed a project management information system and plan, evaluated bids, reviewed design and construction plans, and ensured quality work was done on time and within budget, the company says on its website.
Federal prosecutors, in their 11-page chargesheet, alleged that Louis Berger maintained a detailed diary and account of bribery made to Indian officials.


Hey! Hope you've all had a lovely Valentine's weekend with loads of love and gift opportunities.
Speaking of opportunities, late last year I had a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with a brand I first read about in a magazine. Now, what instantly got me interested were the words organic and fair trade, hmmm..sounds 'sustainable' I thought. I must tell you that I am passionate about the sustainability theme whether it is the environment or fashion. Sustainable fashion refers to creating products after considering their impact on the environment and society through their lifespan. Also I am a firm believer in the 'less is more' tagline and each day I feel more and more determined to be conscious of consumption and efficient use.
'No Nasties' is a 100% organic, fair trade clothing brand. The No Nasties tee is organic in every step of its creation. From growing the cotton using no toxic pesticides, no genetically modified seeds, no carcinogenic chemicals to no child labour, no exploitation and no discrimination in creating the fabric, using natural dyes and converting it into a hand printed exclusive t-shirt! Essentially what you get is a well designed, well fitted tee at a great price point that also makes a positive impact to the world we live in. Sounds like a complete win-win to me!
The styling ideas as you can see are quite simple really. For the '&' statement tee I thought it worked well teamed with the distressed denim and a blazer for added polish or alternated with the hat for a more relaxed chic look! The mocha tee on the other hand is a wonderful neutral piece and I paired it up with other neutrals. Adding a statement necklace makes it an effortless transition from a day to night look!
Love the idea of making a difference and supporting 'sustainable fashion' ? Then be sure to visit No Nasties here, I can guarantee you will become a fan too!
Note- This is a collaboration post. No Nasties offered me the t-shirts at a discounted price for writing this review. The opinions expressed in this post are independent and based on my own experience of the products.
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Many thanks Namrata, glad you liked the outfits!


Mirroring the chaotic nature of the American experience at war in Vietnam, this memoir recounts the experiences of a young Marine Corps officer in a series of unrelated short pieces. The flow of the narrative is as ephemeral and fragmented as the war itself. The only resolution is the same one reached by the Marines who fought- an ending of a tour of duty with no happy ending. Each chapter describes a specific event, a story of emotion, or a remarkable person (some are heroes, some are cowards, most are tragic). The reader lives the experience alongside the author's memory, gaining a true sense of the pulse-pounding contact, surrealism, pathos, humor, and beauty that defined one of the low points of the American experience.
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Interim statement of the COVID-19 subcommittee of the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
The COVID-19 subcommittee of the WHO Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety (GACVS) has reviewed reports of rare cases of blood clots with low platelets following vaccination with the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine (including Covishield) since their onset a few weeks ago.
At its most recent meeting on 7 April, 2021, the subcommittee reviewed latest information from the European Medicines Agency along with information from the United Kingdom's Medicines and other Health products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and other Member States and noted the following:
Based on current information, a causal relationship between the vaccine and the occurrence of blood clots with low platelets is considered plausible but is not confirmed. Specialised studies are needed to fully understand the potential relationship between vaccination and possible risk factors.
The GACVS subcommittee will continue to gather and review further data, as it has done since the beginning of the COVID vaccine programme.
It is important to note that whilst concerning, the events under assessment are very rare, with low numbers reported among the almost 200 million individuals who have received the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine around the world.
Rare adverse events following immunizations should be assessed against the risk of deaths from COVID-19 disease and the potential of the vaccines to prevent infections and reduce deaths due to diseases. In this context, it should be noted that as of today, at least 2.86 million people have died of COVID-19 disease worldwide.
Side effects within two- or three-days following vaccination, the majority of which are mild and local in nature, are expected and common. However, individuals who experience any severe symptoms – such as shortness of breath, chest pain, leg swelling, persistent abdominal pain, neurological symptoms, such as severe and persistent headaches or blurred vision, tiny blood spots under the skin beyond the site of the injection – from around four to 20 days following vaccination, should seek urgent medical attention. Clinicians should be aware of relevant case definitions and clinical guidance for patients presenting thrombosis and thrombocytopaenia following COVID-19 vaccination. To this end, the GACVS subcommittee also suggested that a committee of clinical experts including haematologists and other specialists is convened, for advice on clinical diagnosis and case management.
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The Ides of March Comes out on Blu-ray January 17!
December 12th, 2011 by Sean Ferguson
Ambition seduces and power corrupts in a nerve-wracking thriller from Academy Award nominated director George Clooney (Good Night, and Good Luck). Idealistic campaign worker Stephen Myers (Ryan Gosling) has sworn to give all for Governor Mike Morris (Clooney), a wild card presidential candidate whose groundbreaking ideas could change the political landscape. However, a brutal Ohio primary threatens to test Morris's integrity. Stephen gets trapped in the down-and-dirty battle, discovering himself caught up in a scandal where the only path to survival is to play both sides. The all-star cast includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Paul Giamatti, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood.
"Smart and solidly entertaining, thanks to one of the year's top ensemble casts working at the top of its game." – Lou Lumenick,New York Post
"The Ides of March is a pulse-racing thriller that hits where it hurts. Clooney's performance is exceptional and Gosling is terrific in an all-stops-out role." – Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
THE IDES OF MARCH
Director George Clooney's All-Star Cast Includes Ryan Gosling, George Clooney, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Paul Giamatti, Marisa Tomei, and Evan Rachel Wood
Bonus Materials Include Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes and Filmmaker Commentary
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CULVER CITY, CALIF. (December 12, 2011) – Directed by Oscar and Golden Globe nominated writer-director George Clooney (Best Achievement in Directing, Good Night, and Good Luck, 2005) and featuring an all-star cast that has received a combined 13 Academy Award nominations, three Academy Awards, 23 Golden Globe nominations and 6 Golden Globes, TheIdes of March debuts on Blu-ray™ with UltraViolet™, DVD and Digital January 17th from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The powerhouse cast includes Academy Award nominee Ryan Gosling (Best Actor, Half Nelson, 2006), Academy Award winner Philip Seymour Hoffman (Best Actor, Capote, 2005), Academy Award nominee Paul Giamatti (Best Supporting Actor, Cinderella Man, 2005), Academy Award winner George Clooney (Best Supporting Actor, Syriana, 2005), Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei (Best Supporting Actress, My Cousin Vinny, 1992), and Evan Rachel Wood (Thirteen, Across the Universe) in the story of a young, idealistic staffer who gets caught up in a political scandal during a presidential campaign.
Bonus materials on the DVD include two behind-the-scenes featurettes and commentary with George Clooney and Grant Heslov. The Blu-ray exclusively offers two additional fetaurettes and UltraViolet. With UltraViolet, owners of the Blu-ray will be able to add The Ides of March to their free Digital Rights Library, enabling them to instantly stream or download the film!
Blu-ray and DVD Bonus Features Include:
"Believe: George Clooney" Featurette
"On The Campaign: The Cast of Ides of March" Featurette
Commentary with George Clooney and Grant Heslov
"Developing the Campaign: The Origin of Ides of March" Featurette
"What Does a Political Consultant Do?" Featurette
Written by: Sean Ferguson on December 12, 2011.
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Tags: Evan Rachel Wood, George Clooney, Marisa Tomei, Paul Giamatti, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ryan Gosling.
2 Responses to "The Ides of March Comes out on Blu-ray January 17!"
Matt Blu-Man
Not a big political buff, but I'll check it out for Gosling.
Comment on Dec 12th, 2011	at 8:53 pm
Aaron Neuwirth
This movie will teach you nothing about politics and Gosling is probably the worst performance in the film (which is still a positive, because he's good, but everyone else is better).
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Seat belts - Load it, lock it. It's a no brainer
Tuesday, 6 August 2019, 9:07 am
Press Release: Gisborne District Council
Piri ki Te Ora – a local road safety initiative took place on Saturday at Hinemaurea Marae, Hicks Bay.
Close to one hundred whānau attended the programme, driven by the Te Araroa and Hicks Bay communities, with support from Te Aroha Kanarahi Trust, Council, Tairawhiti REAP and Police.
The programme is focused on the importance of seat belt safety. Fifteen residents of the small community had been served with infringement notices within a month for not wearing their seatbelts. This number continued to grow over a four month period and action needed to be taken.
Constable Hamish Anderson said "This issue is becoming more prevalent in our small community. Last year we had eighty-four deaths across the country. This number would have been much different if they had they been wearing their seatbelts. It's about reducing preventable deaths and serious injuries."
Kahutia Foster, who is of Ngāti Porou but resides in Christchurch, was a crash survivor and played an important role in the programme. He shared his incredible story of survival thanks to his seatbelt. It was an event that changed his life forever.
Mr Foster features in the latest NZ Transport Agency seatbelt campaign, and reinforces the need for whānau to make better decisions.
"It only takes two seconds to buckle up. Seatbelts save lives, it is a no brainer."
Constable Nathan Whitley delivered a captivating presentation on local crashes with photos and crash outcomes. This came after participants were exposed to an emergency crash scenario, delivered by St John.
In the lead up to the event, road safety competitions took place with winners being announced on the day.
GDC Journeys road safety educator Di Akurangi encourages every driver to make it click. "Think about your whanau every time you drive, they need you to stay alive. Whakamaua, Kia ora – Belt up. Live on."
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So, what do you call a bibliophile whose obsession with books borders on the unhealthy?
No, it's not a joke. I'm really wondering. Because that's what I think I am.
I have an office full of books. I have shelves and shelves of books at home. I have stacks of books that I have bought recently (recently, as in the last 5 years), always, of course, thinking that I would read them, that I was interested in them. It's true — I do intend to read them; I am interested in them. But I also have a life apart from books, and my proverbial reader's eyes are consistently bigger than my schedule's stomach.
So, back to the shelves of books in my office. All of them I thought I would use. Some of them I use. And many of them are there taking up space. Maybe they aren't what I thought they were. Or I have changed and my sensibilities no longer fit the particular slant of the book that is on my shelf. I'm not sure who has betrayed whom, but I have lately realized that there are many books in my office library that I have no good reason for keeping.
So, I've decided I'm going to purge. I haven't exactly decided the criteria. No longer reflect my theology? Haven't taken the book down in 5 years? 10 years? The theology is outdated? The topic is outdated?
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I gave some to a seminarian … Sold some at a bookstore … I'm filling another box and thinking about the same questions you raise … I'll be looking forward to your future posts!
Thanks, Curt. I have a son who is a seminarian, and he wants the first right of refusal. I haven't even thought very concretely about what I will do with the rest of them. I'm still trying to muster up the courage (and the time!) to actually do this.
I gave away a lot of books this summer – mostly children's fiction chapter books – to make room for the still growing number of books I have. I actually found the act of giving the books away cleansing – letting go of the list of things I was going to do with the books but hadn't had time to and wouldn't have time to do!
There is something cleansing about it isn't there? I haven't decided what I'm going to do with the books that aren't making the cut. Some of them are so dated that I wonder if there's any use for them at all.


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Obama shows 6 companies the love in State of the Union
by Heather Long @byHeatherLong January 21, 2015: 12:06 AM ET
President Obama delivers the 2015 State of the Union address to Congress.
President Obama gave six companies a special thumbs up in his 2015 State of the Union address.
CVS, UPS, Instagram, Google, Tesla and eBay were all mentioned by name during the speech.
The president praised drugstore chain CVS (CVS) and delivery service UPS (UPS) for their programs to train and educate workers, especially those without college degrees. Obama is currently pushing a proposal to make two years of community college education free.
Tech companies Google (GOOG), Tesla (TSLA) and eBay (EBAY) were heralded as businesses that "didn't even exist 10 or 20 years ago" but are now providing good American jobs. The president used the first half of the address to highlight the economic turnaround the nation has gone through since he took office, including job growth.
But the biggest corporate buzz of the night went to Instagram. While highlighting America's innovation, the president pointed to Captain Scott Kelly, who was in the audience and is about to embark on a year-long mission in space.
"Good luck, Captain -- and make sure to Instagram it," Obama instructed Kelly.
Related: Why Obama is concerned about the middle class
Brands are willing to pay a whopping $4.5 million for a 30-second ad in this year's Super Bowl.
While the State of the Union only draws about 33 million viewers (compared to over 111 million for the Super Bowl), it's still free publicity in front of a prime-time audience.
None of the six companies the president mentioned are among the top 10 businesses lobbying Congress, although Google does rank among the top 20, according to the Center for Responsive Politics.
CNNMoney (New York) First published January 21, 2015: 12:06 AM ET


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Prof. Rebekah Clements is the Principal Investigator and director of the Aftermath project. She is a cultural historian of Japan, specializing in the Tokugawa period (1600-1868). Her research focuses on language, society, and the characteristics of Japanese early modernity, as understood in the broader context of East Asia. Her publications include A Cultural History of Translation in Early Modern Japan (Cambridge University Press, 2015); "Brush Talk as the 'Lingua Franca' of East Asian Diplomacy in Japanese-Korean Encounters, c.1600-1868" The Historical Journal, vol.62, Issue 2, June 2019, pp.289.309; and "Speaking in Tongues? Daimyo, Zen Monks, and Spoken Chinese in Japan, 1661–1711" The Journal of Asian Studies, vol.76, Issue 3, August 2017, pp. 603-626.
On the Aftermath project, Rebekah is working on the history of Korean captives present in Japan following the Imjin War of 1592-1598, examining the technology they brought with them and their integration into the domains where they were settled.
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The Stomp - Prediction League Game 12 - 13 catch up.
Prediction League Game 12 - 13 catch up.
Our fight for survival in the Ladbrokes league one is certainly having it's ups and downs, I suppose it comes with having so many young players in the team that consistancy seems to be a distant dream. Last week we lost 1-0 to Alloa, this week we take the points in a healthy 2-0 win against Stranraer.
Now that the scores are in we have a three way tie at the top, Mocklin Redz and Sabby sit 1 goal behind The Man in Black, with Pesadilla and Thunderbird one point behind them.
Just reminder that next week is the Scottish Cup weekend so no match in the prediction league.


Why are we doing Screed Education Month? After the success of our Shotblasting Education Month in April, we've decided to continue the series and teach about another one of our signature products, our vibratory screed line. With many years of experience in manufacturing and using screed, we want to challenge misconceptions about screeding, provide practical education, and show you how effective screeding can take your business to the next level.
Based on the chart above, a One Man Vibratory Screed (OMVS) has many benefits over hand screeding with a 2x4. It does a slightly better job of leveling, but a considerably better job of consolidating. Vibration is the key to dispersing aggregate and filling air pockets, thus the end result is a stronger, more uniform slab.
You will also note that an OMVS has little benefit over a hand screed when it comes to screeding on form. Both methods work well on form but wet screeding is a different story. Trying to hold a conventional board level without guidance on either side can be difficult to say the least. The sawing motion required is also much more difficult. The basic operation of the OMVS allow it to almost float on the concrete which makes the process that much easier. Not only that, but (as stated) it does so while giving excellent consolidation.
LESS WORK, FEWER LABORERS, MORE CONSOLIDATION, AND BETTER EASE OF USE.
Clearly, the initial cost of a OMVS substantially higher than a 2x4, but the labor savings will end up saving the contractor money overall. The average street price of our Uniscreed with a 12' beam is around $2,000 USD. But, that being said, one man can operate it which saves (at least) another man's labor. The OMVS also screeds considerably faster than screeding by hand, allowing you to finish the job faster. The amount of labor savings will be determined by the size of the job, but most of our users say it pays for itself in less than a season.
For less work, fewer laborers, more consolidation, better ease of use, wet screeding, and an all-around better experience, it's easy to see why the One Man Vibratory Screed is a favorite among contractors.
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