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ПроектыPrevention, Preparedness and Response for small communitiesРегиональный план действий по морскому мусоруUnderwater noise in the ArcticMarine Biodiversity MonitoringArctic Marine Microplastics and LitterBlue Bioeconomy in the Arctic RegionUnderstanding climate change impacts on Arctic ecosystems and associated climate feedbacksCircumpolar Biodiversity Monitoring Program (CBMP)Kola Waste ProjectАрктический судоходный информационный форум по наилучшим практикамSee all
Новости: Рабочая группа по реализации программы арктического мониторинга и оценки
Arctic Council events at COP26
The Russian Chairmanship, Arctic Council Working Groups and Permanent Participants at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland - (re)watch the sessions here and get more background inf...
Quiz: Which 2021 Arctic Council report should you read based on your interests?
In 2021, the Arctic Council's Working and Expert Groups released over 50 new reports on topics including climate change, emergency response, biodiversity, Arctic shipping...
Introducing the new AMAP Chair: "We can only be as good as the people who participate in AMAP"
Throughout his career, Benjamin DeAngelo, the Deputy Director for NOAA's Climate Program Office, has navigated the space between science and policy, a valuable skill for ...
Time witness reports: With team support to AMAP's success
Lars-Erik Liljelund, the second Chair of the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP), shares his memories and insights from his involvement in both AMAP and the...
Mercury from outside the Arctic is polluting the region
AMAP Working Group lays a scientific foundation while ACAP WG implements projects to stimulate actions to reduce emissions. This is how they work together to inspire chan...
On the heels of persistent pollutants
Persistent organic pollutants have been on the radar of the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP) for a long time.
Life in one of the fastest-warming places on Earth
A dive into the societal impacts of Arctic warming, written by Glaciologist Dr. Heïdi Sevestre.
Ten years of sustained Arctic observing
The Arctic is undergoing rapid change. In order to understand the effects on ecological and socio-economic systems, as well as to implement mitigation and adaptation meas...
The workhorses behind the success
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Women of the Arctic Council: Interview with former polar biologist Johanna Ikävalko
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A toolbox for comprehensive plastics monitoring in the Arctic
AMAP's Expert Group on Litter and Microplastics is developing the first monitoring plan that is looking for plastics in the entire ecosystem
A roadmap towards sustained observing in the Arctic
Arctic Council COP25 side event on ocean acidification was a call for action
The Arctic is experiencing some of the fastest rates of ocean acidification, with potentially severe implications for ecosystems and communities dependent on them.


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People in the UFO/Alien community have been frustrated for decades, knowing that governments on earth know we've been visited by non-terrestrial beings and aren't telling the public the story, for varying reasons. All of which seem ridiculous, but nevertheless persist. So, now, I'm going to present a what-if scenario. But it's based on what I'm now hearing alien and UFO disclosure experts saying over and over lately. And those of us who've been exploring the deeper and darker aspects of what's really been going on on the planet for centuries, it might make sense. As always, you can take it or leave it, but many of you will know what I'm talking about. Whether or not you believe this is your choice.
Recently, David Wilcock disclosed some information on a very reputable and well-researched Youtube channel known as Edge of Wonder. Now, I have had mixed feelings about Wilcock over the years because many of his stories seem far-fetched. But I often feel that people like him that repeatedly stand up to immense ridicule day after day in order to distribute this information, may have something valid to say and that we should at least listen. David Icke is another such type. But this is important to remember: if we dismiss every presented wild idea as a conspiracy theory, we might just miss some truth. Which brings me back to my story, which curiously starts with the wildfires in Paradise, California.
David Wilcock recently disclosed that he had it on good authority that a group of benevolent human-looking aliens known as the Centaurians had been living in the quiet little town of Paradise for quite a while, existing discreetly alongside the human population there. He even offered to pull out records of his conversation with his source on this matter if necessary. In this interview, Wilcock suggested that the Centaurians may have been planning to "come out" of hiding and reveal their purpose on the planet, therefore disclosing alien activity on earth. The reason he suggested this is because Paradise is where the recent wildfires started. And the fires completely reduced the little town to ashes. Not a trace of anything was left. And California residents stated that these fires were some of the strangest they could remember. Vehicles had been melted. Houses were completely destroyed while the trees alongside them remained intact. One side of a road could be burnt to the ground while the other side remained untouched. And to top it all off, people were claiming they saw helicopters flying overhead shooting some kind of beams down into the dry forest, starting more fires. Some pictures were presented on the internet, but quickly debunked by the media calling them fakes and photoshopped. Things that make you go "hmmm!"
Something was different about these recent fires and something was significant about Paradise. Could David Wilcock be onto something?
A disclosure by existing aliens on earth would be very significant. But that forces us to dig deeper into the whys. Experts like Wilcock, Corey Goode and some others are confirming that this entity called The Alliance really does exist and is fighting some malevolent forces that have control of our planet right now, known as the cabal. Do these malevolent forces want to block alien disclosure? And if so, why?
The prevailing theory is that they are aliens themselves and want to keep the fact hidden. But the other reason suggested by experts is even more interesting and presents a kind of a bright spot in this culture of darkness. And many people find it hard to believe BECAUSE it's such a positive side of this equation, and we've been conditioned to believe the worst about just about everything. But that might very well be the whole point.
There has been a recent movement on the planet in the last 50 years or so toward what is now being called "The Great Awakening." People are asking questions...about everything in their world including about science, our history, and the true nature of reality. Ever since Erich Von Daniken wrote his famous book, Chariots of the Gods, questioning earth's history, the subject has snowballed from there. Conspiracy theories may always abound, but the truth is in there somewhere. And all that matters is that people are questioning everything, and making amazing discoveries that science can't necessarily refute. To this day, Von Daniken's theories have held up under extreme scrutiny.
But any group or entity that would seek to control the human race would find that our questioning everything could be very worrisome for them. For years, we've been conditioned through our social structures and education systems to think certain ways, behave certain ways, and believe certain ways. Could that have been by design? By beings with less than good intentions toward us? Such as an alien race that felt it needed to control us. Or even enslave us? In a case like that, our awakening would be the single worst threat to them.
And just suppose that these Centaurians in Paradise, California were intending to tell us everything. Including the fact that we humans are much more powerful than we've been led to believe and that our empowerment and knowledge of the truth is like cryptonite to those who would seek to maintain control of us.
More and more every day, humans on planet earth are beginning to believe things differently. And we're questioning every authority figure, every belief system, every government structure, the reach of the press, and every history book, that have all, for so long, been telling us what we need to think and believe.
That is now changing. And at the same time, it seems like the earth is literally on fire in many ways, with violence like mass shootings, political discourse, wildfires, grid failure, etc. If we really think about it and we dig deeper into what's going on, it really does feel like there's some strange jostling for control going on around us. At the very least, we can all feel a strange type of energy, like everything is changing massively.
And we can all go in the direction of those that want to control us and we can believe that there's no hope and that these are the End Times that we're all doomed. But what if the Paradise fire was a last ditch effort to stop a movement that ultimately won't be stopped. The experts say that the human race, with the help of The Alliance is winning. I guess it's a matter of what you want to believe and if you want to believe we're powerful or buy into the ideas "they" want us to believe, that we're weak and have no choices. But the choices are always ours. We need to do our own research and draw our own conclusions and empower ourselves. Always.
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You can see the Edge of Wonder full interview with David Wilcock here. It's an eyeopener, no matter what you believe:
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Regular readers of this blog (and as we're coming up to the 20,000 reader barrier, I assume there are a few who read regularly) will know that I've mentioned before about the fantastic work we help support in Trafford that contributes to wider social, economic and environmental improvement for local communities (obviously, if you're not a regular reader you might like to see the posts here, here and here). Of our £1 million plus annual spend, the vast majority goes through our five community panels. These consist of local residents who prioritise and select projects on the basis of their knowledge of what's needed locally.
We've been doing this localism, long before the Localism Act brought it to the fore and we've been making social impact long before the Public Services (Social Value) Act (for a guide to this read the excellent one produced here) made it mandatory for Public Service Commissioners to fully consider value as well as cost in coming to their decisions.
These panels have though, up until now, been working in their own way, without much contact with the rest of the borough's communities. It's encouraging to see that, as localism turns from theory in Whitehall to delivery on the ground, the existing structures that have been delivering on the ground are getting more support and being brought together. The recent Trafford Partnership event brought our community panel members together with many representatives of other local interests and it was great to see how some well-informed plans and common-sense ideas for priorities started to emerge.
As an aside, the event also marked the contributions of key volunteers and it was brilliant to see Mary Blackburn, one of our tenants, receive due recognition from Trafford's Mayor. Mary, "Scary" Mary as she asks to be known, has more ideas than your average Einstein and more energy than a windfarm. Of advancing years, her zest for life remains undimmed - and as a former professional wrestler, she's certainly a daunting prospect to those in authority who might choose to stand in her way.
The ideas from the Trafford Partnership Event have already been written up and our panels are looking forward to the challenge of delivering these new priorities. I spoke with our panel Chairs and Vice Chairs recently (well, actually, they wanted me to rehearse what I was going to say at their forthcoming conference - and I'm pleased to say I passed!) and they are incredibly pleased that their work has now been recognised and that they now count among the Community Leaders of our borough.
But that's not all that's happening to help make better local places. The Trafford-wide 100 days of Volunteering has seen unprecedented community involvement across the borough, the Council has announced its £200,000 budget for community groups and our panels are looking, excitedly, at how to distribute their £700,000 this year. It's not that austerity has gone away, but in amongst those difficulties, with renewed leadership, an increasingly engaged Trafford Partnership and some money with which to start to make a difference, there are some real signs that localism, at least in Trafford, has some kind of a future.
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Pursuant to the Procedure for competitive selection of candidates for the position of an independent member of the supervisory board of a state unitary enterprise and their appointment, and for competitive selection of candidates for the position of an independent member of the supervisory board of a business partnership in whose authorized capital the State owns more than 50 percent of shares (interests), who are proposed by an entity in charge of managing state property to be elected as independent members of the supervisory board, as approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 142 of 10 March 2017, and pursuant to the Order of the Ministry of Energy and Coal Industry of Ukraine No. 752 of 18 December 2017 on competitive selection of candidates for the position of an Independent Member of the Supervisory Board of State-owned Enterprise Ukrenergo National Power Company, the Ministry of Energy and Coal Industry of Ukraine hereby calls for competitive selection of candidates for the positions of four Independent Members of the Supervisory Board of State-owned Enterprise Ukrenergo National Power Company to have the competences described here below and meet the requirements to the candidates.
Name of the company: State-owned Enterprise Ukrenergo National Power Company (hereinafter Ukrenergo).
Ukrenergo was established pursuant to the Order of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine No. 54 of 15 April 1998 on the basis of the SOE National Dispatch Centre of the Power Industry of Ukraine with affiliation of the restructured SOE State Electric Company "Ukrelektroperedacha" as a power company entrusted with functions such as dispatching and process control over the United Energy Systems of Ukraine (UESU) and transmission of electricity via main power networks from generating facilities to regional power networks of power companies (Oblenergos). Ukrenergo's activities include transmission of power to 4 EU countries, as well as cross-border power transmissions between the UESU and power systems in 3 CIS countries. The Company includes 8 regional power systems across Ukraine and has over 10 thousand employees. It also has high-tech equipment at its 137 extra high voltage (220–750 kV) substations with the total installed capacity of over 78 thous MVA and more than 21 thous km of 220-750 kV EHV main grids and cross-border interconnections. Annual transmission of electricity via Ukrenergo's main power networks is more than 110 bln kWh.
Ukrenergo will operate as a state-controlled enterprise. Ukrenergo will draft the power network development plans and submit such plans and submit these plans and proposals regarding the tariff (cost-based or incentive-based) to be approved by the NEURC according to the EU Energy Directives. Ukrenergo will operate subject to the EU legal and regulatory requirements as well as energy regulations and corporate governance recommendations of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for state-owned enterprises.
§ ensuring parallel operation of the UESU and foreign power systems and integration of the UESU into the ENTSO-E.
Each position of an independent member of the Supervisory Board provides for a particular set of competences. Selection of independent members of the Supervisory Board will be conducted subject to the principles of transparency, fairness, publicity of the selection results, independence, diversity of areas of competence and sets of professional skills of such Supervisory Board members. This process will not allow selecting of two independent members of the Supervisory Board with the same set of competences. Each candidate may submit an application specifying particular competences necessary for the Supervisory Board member according to the above list. Candidate having competences required for two or more positions of independent members of the Supervisory Board must specify the competences for which the application is submitted.
Ukrenergo's Supervisory Board consists of seven members, four of which must meet the independence criteria and requirements established by the law, while the rest of the members are nominated by the State.
- candidate for the position of an independent member of the supervisory board must be able to spend enough working hours to participate in activities of the Supervisory Board of Ukrenergo and not be member of supervisory board or governing body of more than five legal entities.
- Understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework regulating the energy market of the Member States of the European Union, including the unbundling, understanding of the peculiarities and specific aspects of the operation of the international electricity market, global development trends and prospects.
§ Identifying performance indicators for the company's management and regular monitoring of achieving the goals aimed at the implementation of the strategy, and timely taking of necessary measures.
§ Ensuring public trust in and transparency of Ukrenergo management.
§ Monitoring of the quality of compliance with corporate governance standards, and regularly impact assessment aiming to improve the company's performance and introduction of necessary changes.
§ Ensuring that the company's managers have public trust, observe the principles of transparency, non-discriminatory access to electricity infrastructure in compliance with the legal and regulatory framework of Ukraine and the EU.
§ Introduction of best ethical standards and prevention of potential conflicts of interest among the managers, Members of the Board of Directors, the Supervisory Board, including unlawful utilization of corporate assets, abuse in operations with related parties etc.
§ Ensuring public trust by introducing a proper corporate management system and protection of customers in compliance with best international practices.
§ Ensuring of transparency, supervision over the process of information disclosure and the quality of communications on the part of the company according to the competitive market principles, the Ukrainian and the EU legal and regulatory framework and best international practices.
§ Application for the participation in the competitive selection procedure addressed to Mr. Ihor Nasalyk, the Chairman of the Commission for Competitive Selection of Independent Members of the Supervisory Board of Ukrenergo.
The application must contain information about the applicant (surname, name, patronymic, registered address, contact telephone number, e-mail), one or several of his/her competences (from the list of competences of a member of the supervisory board contained in the notice) applied for, consent/refusal to give consent to the disclosure of documents submitted by the applicants after the competitive selection is completed, presence of media and public representatives (see the template attached).
- Information about membership in other supervisory boards (in case the applicant is a member of supervisory boards).
The applicant is responsible for the veracity of documents he/she provides.
Applications and documents will be accepted Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 17:30, Friday 08:30 to 16:15, except public holidays, at the address: Ministry of Energy and Coal Industry, 4 B. Khmelnytskoho St., room 504а, Kyiv, 01601.
In case of any discrepancies arising out of interpretation or application of provisions of this Notice the Ukrainian version shall prevail.


The ICE (InterCity Express) is a high-speed train that connects all major cities in Germany. With speeds up to 300km/h, this is one of the fastest ways to travel between cities such as Berlin, Hamburg and Cologne. The ICE has international connections to Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, and Austria.
The Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express (ICE) high-speed train connects many major cities across Germany. Travel by ICE to the heart of each city, close to all the main attractions and hotels. If you plan to explore neighboring countries you can take an international ICE train to Austria (Vienna, Innsbruck), Belgium (Brussels, Liège), Denmark (Copenhagen, Arhus), France (Paris), the Netherlands (Arnhem, Utrecht, Amsterdam) and Switzerland (Zürich, Interlaken).
On the ICE from Frankfurt to Paris, Munich to Paris, and Stuttgart to Paris, reservations are mandatory. Between June 12 and September 4, reservations are also mandatory on the ICE between Germany and Denmark.
Please keep in mind that ICE trains on the routes mentioned above have limited seats for Eurail pass holders. Make sure to reserve your seat as early as possible. You can make reservations up to 3 months in advance.
Facilities may differ by train and route. Most ICE trains offer breakfast/lunch or dinner menus with many German specialties as well as snacks and a wide selection of beverages. In 1st class, staff will serve food/drink to your seat. For transporting bikes, a reservation is required. Folding bikes can be taken onboard. Non-folding bikes can be transported via the luggage courier service (this costs extra). Dogs are permitted on ICE trains. Pets may be required to be kept in a traveling container or to wear a muzzle and remain on a leash. Some ICE routes provide WiFi.


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IPL 2021: Shreyas Iyer or Rishabh Pant, who will lead Delhi Capitals as captain in UAE?
Delhi Capitals to leave for the UAE on Saturday (21st August 2021) and the team management is still to decide on the captaincy
By Ushma Shah On Aug 21, 2021
There has been lots of speculation on who will captain the IPL 2021 team Delhi Capitals after Shreyas Iyer declares he is fit and confident on his return post his shoulder injury?
Even though stand-in captain Rishabh Pant has been doing really well for the team which is why they were topping the table before the IPL of 2021 was suspended, Shreyas Iyer's captaincy cannot be missed. Under his leadership the Delhi Capitals were runner-up of IPL 2020.
The IPL team Delhi Capitals stand- in captain Rishabh Pant who was appointed in absence of Shreyas Iyer might have to give up his duties of leading the team. The Capitals officials still have to make a decision on who will captain the team for the second leg of the tournament.
Shreyas Iyer could not participate in the first half of the Indian Premier League of 2021 as he suffered a shoulder injury during the ODI series against England after which he had to undergo surgery as a result he was ruled out of the tournament. In his absence, Rishabh Pant took charge. Now that the IPL was postponed as a precautionary measure against the COVID-19, it is set to take place from UAE, beginning on 19th September.
Shreyas Iyer has successfully undergone the surgery. He also confirmed his presence for the final matches of this tournament. At present, Iyer is already in UAE with his fitness coach and will be joined by the domestic players of his team on Saturday (21st August). The players busy with international commitments will join after the completion of the same.
The team management has not yet decided the captain for their team but it will either be Shreyas Iyer or Rishabh Pant only. The Delhi Capitals leave for their UAE leg of the Indian Premier League on Saturday. On reaching, the team will begin their quarantine period of one week and post that their training is slated to start.
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HE Paul Brummel, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Bucharest, held in Sub Cetate a presentation entitled "Brexit – The official story" on the last day of the EU Camp. Every year the EU Camp deals with current public life and political topics that young people are mostly interested and affected. The British referendum on withdrawal from the European Union is undoubtedly one of the most prominent topics of this year.
His Excellency, the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Bucharest talked in the EU Camp about the referendum and the steps following it. He said that withdrawal from the European Union does not mean also withdrawal from Europe. Great Britain will take part in the European and international issues just like before the referendum, since it remains member of NATO, permanent member of the UN Security Council, of the G7 and G20. He emphasized that the Romanian-British relations have two pillars: security, economic development and welfare. He ensured us that Great Britain and Romania will continue to keep good strategic partnership.
Related to the post-Brexit situation of the EU citizens, he emphasized that until the completion of withdrawal negotiations they will benefit from the same rights as before the referendum. Concerning the referendum turnouts, the majority of the young people voted for remaining but the old were present for the vote in a greater proportion and the majority of them voted for withdrawal. To the question what is the reason of that and how can young people be motivated to vote, his Excellency's answer was that young people must recognize that they must take part in decision making, they must have a voice if they want to be adopted decisions favourable for them. He emphasized that one of the premises of democracy is exercising voting right and this has to be recognized by the youth.
Related to the forthcoming parliamentary elections, he encouraged the campers to exercise their voting right if they want to enforce their will.


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While it can be tempting to remove water on your own, it's just not as simple as grabbing a mop and bucket or renting a wet vacuum and getting the water out of your home or office. Only a professional water removal company has the knowhow and trained technicians required to fully extract water and dry out and disinfect your property so that you don't have mold issues later. We offer water extraction and water removal services throughout the LA area and stand behind all of our work.
Even if the water does not appear to be near any outlets or electrical devices, you should always switch off the power when removing water from a flooded area as a safety caution. Before doing so, do not go near or let any one else go near the water, as it could be a generator for electricity and can be lethally dangerous. Before doing anything else, put on gloves, goggles, boots, and a mask to protect you from hazardous debris before entering the flooded area.
Depending upon the amount of water flooded in to the area you are managing, you may or may not need professional help. If the water is in a non-carpeted area, like a cement basement, it should but you some time. You should be able to bail out the water with a shop vac, buckets, or plenty of helpers and some mops. However, if the water has taken hold of another area of the house that is carpeted, you will need to act fast.
The longer the water sits, the more likely it is to seep through your walls and harm the structure of the building. You do not want this to happen, because it will be both costly and time consuming to fix. If you feel you can not handle the extraction process quickly enough on your own, calling professional water damage help will be both more efficient and cheaper in the long run. If you can handle the situation, be sure to enlist as many hands as possible to take care of the job quickly. Use anything you have to get the bulk of the water out of the area.
Before you can finish cleaning and drying the area, you will have to do some clearing. Any items that are already growing mold, or can not be salvaged once wet should be thrown away first.
If there was clothing or launder-able items that got wet, you can wring them out and throw them in the dryer now to try and salvage them. Any wooden furniture should be moved out of the area as soon as possible as well, before it begins to absorb any water. Once the bulk of water is extracted, continue sorting through items, making "safe areas" elsewhere to put items you want to save, and a trash pile outside. Lay the salvageable items in the sun (if possible) on a flat, dry surface to dry. Any cloth items should be laundered first before drying.
While the cleaning process continues, you will need to open all widows and doors, and place any fans you can get around the affected area. Having a constant airflow through the area will largely decrease your chance of mold growing, and make the whole process faster and easier. Removing all wet items from the area also helps quicken this process drastically, as they add a lot of moisture to the air.
If you have some items that are very wet, but very dear to you, you can try freeze drying them to salvage them. While professionals have special freezers they use to do this, if you have a freezer with anti-frosting ability, you can do it at home. The freezer must be kept at below -10 degrees, and them items will have to stay in the freezer for several weeks before dry.


My name is Balaji. I come from a Middle Class, Nuclear Family with Moderate Values. I have completed my CA and currently work in the Private Sector as an Auditor.
I have a master's degree and I am employed in private sector as a software professional currently based in Hyderabad. I belong to an upper middle class, nuclear family with traditional values.


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Bannock County > Juvenile Court > Community Partnerships
Official Website of Bannock County
Pocatello / Chubbuck School District No. 25
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District is committed to maximizing student learning. The District has a solid reputation for providing quality education in grades K – 12, as well as nationally-recognized adult/community education classes. Winner of the "What Parents Want Award" for nine years straight, the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District is a parent-friendly educational environment.
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Marsh Valley Joint School District No. 21
Marsh Valley Joint School District No. 21 is located in South Bannock County, and is comprised of the following communities: Arimo, Downey, Garden Creek, Inkom, Lava Hot Springs, McCammon, Swan Lake and Virginia.
The District has four elementary schools, housing grades K-6 with district wide pre-school programs and developmental kindergarten programs. The District also provides services for a comprehensive special education program. All of our schools and programs are fully accredited.
The mission of Marsh Valley Joint School District No. 21 is to create an effective and efficient learning environment where students can develop life-long learning skills to become responsible, self motivated, confident citizens with an appreciation for others in a changing world.
Arimo, Idaho 83214
Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections
Official State of Idaho Depart of Juvenile Corrections Website
Program, Library & Forms
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Our mission is to promote and protect the health and safety of all Idahoans. From birth throughout life, we can help enrich and protect the lives of the people of our state.
We offer programs that deal with complex social, economic and individual issues. They range from Medicaid to Food Stamps, Child Protection to Disease Prevention. Last year, we helped almost 340,000 people in our state, one out of every four Idahoans.
Idaho Kids Count
Idaho Kids Count is a nonprofit organization engaging citizens and policy makers in a non-partisan, research-based discussions of strategies to improve childhood outcomes.
Idaho Kids Count, launched in 1994 by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, is a program of the Mountain States Group a 501(c)3 community resource organization.


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Justice League: The New Frontier (2008)
Live the intense tale of the founding of the greatest band of superheroes ever--Justice League: New Frontier.
In this origin epic, a virtual who's who of superheroes featuring not only Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman, but also Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter and Flash, these very different heroes must overcome their fear and suspicion of one another to forge an alliance against a creature so formidable that it will take all of their powers combined to prevail!
Read more about Justice League: The New Frontier (2008)
Justice League: Star Crossed (2004)
When the Thanagarians visit Earth, Hawkgirl is forced to choose between loyalty to her people and love for her friends on her adopted planet Earth. This is the one battle that could rip the World's Greatest Super Heroes apart forever!!
Read more about Justice League: Star Crossed (2004)
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (2008)
For the first time ever Scorpion, Sub-Zero and the Mortal Kombat warriors battle with Batman, Superman and other popular DC Universe Super Heroes. Choose your side and challenge your opponents with a new fighting system including Freefall Kombat and Klose Kombat along with dynamic multi-tiered environments. Plus, pick your favorite character from MK or DCU and pursue a fighting adventure in the new single player mode with an intertwined storyline and two unique perspectives.
Read more about Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (2008)
Tomorrow's DC COMICS-THE NEW 52 Releases
Earlier today, we linked to all of the exclusive previews of the fifth issues from DC COMICS-THE NEW 52 that
PREVIEWS OF WEDNESDAY'S DC COMICS-THE NEW 52 RELEASES
Here's a round up of exclusive previews from the third round of fifth issues from DC COMICS-THE NEW 52, on sale tomorrow.
JUSTICE LEAGUE Group Solicits
A Q&A with WONDER WOMAN artist Tony Akins
Tony Akins is best known for his work on FABLES and JACK OF FABLES written by Bill Willingham.
WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, TT GAMES AND THE LEGO GROUP ANNOUNCE LEGO® BATMAN™ 2: DC SUPER HEROES
There's still glitter on the streets. Fridges are filled with half-empty bottles of champagne and gyms are extra crowded due to people working on their resolutions.
The end of the year means a lot of things: traffic around Times Square, midnight kisses and the clinking of champagne flutes across the globe and gyms full of people looking to stick to their resolutions.


Early-life nutrition influences thymic growth in male mice that may be related to the regulation of longevity.
Phenotypically diverse mouse thymic stromal cell lines which induce proliferation and differentiation of hematopoietic cells.
Androgen receptors are expressed in a variety of human fetal extragenital tissues: an immunohistochemical study.
Developmental kinetics, turnover, and stimulatory capacity of thymic epithelial cells.
Insights into thymic aging and regeneration.
Augmentation of T cell levels and responses induced by androgen deprivation.


Class two has been designing and using a 3D digital programme called Sketchup. Sketchup is a 3D drawing tool where you can design 3D objects. Sketchup is special because you can create anything in 3D and print it out as a 3D object.
You can download sketchup on a Netbook, computer or imac and you can also play it on the internet. Sketchup it used for creating. Also its for building, making and learning.
Mainly anyone can use it. Your teacher can use it, also students, parents and designers. There are lots of tools to use. Like a pullout box that can pull out your designs that can make it taller or smaller. There's an eraser so you can rub out your mistakes.
Also there's a pencil, shapes you can use and much more. My favorite things about Sketchup is that we can create things in 3D. I like using Sketchup in my freetime. I have Sketchup on my netbook so that's even better.
I think that Sketchup is an amazing programme. I love it how it has so much tools to use. Our class would be making toys for little kids from Sketchup, then we would be making it a 3D toy in real life. I would consider using Sketchup and not any other programme.


This month's winner received several nominations, and deservedly so. They have had a trying month with some complex and difficult issues to handle, but have remained calm and focused in order to get things resolved for the benefit of all parties. And despite being very busy, they have also been a huge source of support to her colleagues, providing guidance and advice to the team when needed.
Yes, this month's winner is the outstanding Property Manager, Nicole Edwards. Well done Nicole, you continue to shine (and are the first to receive Star Performer Award mark two!).
Special mentions also go to Apprentice Property Administrator, Abbey Renshaw for providing excellent customer service, Property Administrator, Bernadette Cunnane for being an all round helpful member of the team and Sales Negotiator, Bail Sidhu for helping out the lettings team during a busy time.
Very well done to all, your efforts are appreciated by everyone.


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Aviation News / Commercial Aviation / Embraer
Embraer E-Jets Switch to Pratt & Whitney Engines
Embraer announced that Pratt & Whitney´s PurePower Geared Turbofan engines have been selected for its future, second generation of E-Jets, with entry into service planned for 2018. The decision is an important milestone in the program, which is expected to be officially launched later this year.
The new engines – the PW1700G and PW1900G – range in thrust from 15,000 to 22,000 pounds. In combination with new aerodynamically advanced wings, state-of-the-art full fly-by-wire flight controls and other systems evolutions, they will result in double digit improvements in fuel burn, maintenance costs, emissions and external noise.
Pratt & Whitney's PurePower engine uses an advanced gear system allowing the engine's fan to operate at a different speed than the low-pressure compressor and turbine. The combination of the gear system and an all-new advanced core delivers double-digit improvements in fuel efficiency and environmental emissions as well as a 50 percent reduction in noise.
To date, Pratt & Whitney has completed more than 4,200 hours and 12,400 cycles of full engine testing for the PurePower engine family, demonstrating the benefits and reliability of the engine architecture.
Pratt & Whitney PurePower Geared Turbofan engines (PW1000G) have also been selected for Airbus A320neo, Bombardier CSeries, Mitsubishi Regional Jet and Irkut MS-21.
Currently all first generation Embraer E-Jets have been powered by General Electric (GE) engines.
The second generation of E-Jets will be a significant step in Embraer´s commitment to continuously invest in this line of commercial jets, complementing a series of ongoing improvements currently being implemented in the existing family, with great benefits to its customers. Embraer´s objective is to offer the best product and maintain its leadership in the 70 to 120 seat market.
To date, more than 900 E-Jets are in service. Today, 63 customers from 43 countries are flying or will soon take delivery of Embraer E-Jets.
Photo: Pratt & Whitney
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Description: The Islamic stance on the fate of non-Muslims, who came before and after the advent of Islam.
By NewMuslims.com
Published on 02 Jan 2012 - Last modified on 16 Sep 2017
Category: Lessons > Social Interaction > Interaction with non-Muslim
· An Introduction to Pillars of Islam & Articles of Faith (2 parts).
· To learn about the Jews and Christians promised Paradise in the Quran.
· To learn the correct meaning of two frequently misunderstood verses of the Quran.
· To learn about the Islamic stand on the fate of non-Muslims.
· Tawheed – The Oneness and Uniqueness of Allah with respect to His Lordship, His Names and Attributes and in His right to be worshipped.
· Shirk – a word that implies ascribing partners to Allah, or ascribing divine attributes to other than Allah, or believing that the source of power, harm and blessings comes from another besides Allah.
· Kafir – (plural: kuffar) disbeliever.
The Jews and Christians Promised Paradise in Quran
The Jews and Christians promised Paradise in the Quran were Muslims who were true monotheists, practiced tawheed, believed in their prophets, did not commit shirk with Allah, but died before the prophethood of Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of Allah be upon him. A frequently misunderstood verse of the Quran refers to them:
"Indeed, those who believe and those who are Jews and Christians, and Sabians (before Prophet Muhammad) – those (among them) who believed in Allah and the Last Day and did righteousness will have their reward with their Lord, on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve." (Quran 2:62)
The scholars of Islam agree this verse is not talking about those who believe Jesus is the son of God, or equate Jesus to God, or those who believe Allah is poor and they are rich, or who reject Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of Allah be upon him. This verse is talking about the original followers of Moses and Jesus who believed in their prophet and worshipped Allah alone, but passed away before the coming of Prophet Muhammad. In fact, the Quran contains a whole chapter, Surah al-Buruj (Quran, 85), which speaks of the Christian martyrs before the advent of Prophet Muhammad in the story of 'the People of the Ditch.'
As for the verse:
"You will surely find the strongest among people in animosity to the believers to be the Jews and idolaters, and you will find the nearest in affection to the believers those who say: 'We are Christians.'"(Quran 5:82)
The rest of the verse explains the correct meaning. It is referring to Christians who entered Islam, believed in Prophet Muhammad, and were affected by the teachings of the Quran. Scholars of the Quran say this verse was revealed regarding Negus and his associates who entered Islam when a group of persecuted Muslims migrated to Ethiopia from Mecca. The Prophet offered the funeral prayer for Negus in absentia when he passed away. In the past and even today mostly Christians enter into Islam. That is why Christians are said to be closer in love to the Muslims.
"That is because among them are priests and monks, and they are not arrogant. And when they listen to what has been sent down to the Messenger, you see their eyes overflowing with tears, for they recognize the truth. They say: 'Our Lord! We believe; so write us down among the witnesses. 'And why should we not believe in Allah and what has come to us of the truth? And we aspire that our Lord will admit us along with the righteous people.' Allah rewarded them for what they said with gardens under which rivers flow, they will abide therein forever. Such is the reward of good doers. But those who disbelieved and denied Our revelations they are the companions of Hellfire." (Quran 5:82-86)
The End of Non-Muslims
The Islamic stand on Jews, Christians, and other non-Muslims to be kuffar does not mean every non-Muslim is consigned to Hell. The People of the Book (Jews and Christians) in our times can be divided in two categories:
(I) Those to whom the message of Islam has reached, who know Prophet Muhammad, on whom God's proof has been established, yet they have chosen not to believe in him. According to Muslims scholars, they are kuffar in this world and after they die, they will reside in Hell-Fire forever if they die on disbelief, on rejection. Apart from the verses of the Quran quoted previously, the Prophet Muhammad said:
"By Him in Whose hand is the life of Muhammad, he who amongst the community of Jews or Christians hears about me, but does not affirm his belief in that with which I have been sent and dies in this state (of disbelief), he shall be but one of the denizens of Hell-Fire." [1]
"When the Day of Resurrection comes a proclaimer will summon: Let every people follow what they used to worship. Then all who worshipped idols and stones besides Allah would fall into the Fire, till only the righteous and the sinners from those who worshipped Allah and others of the People of the Book are left. Then the Jews would be summoned, and it would be said to them: What did you worship? They will say: We worshipped 'Uzair, son of Allah. It would be said to them: You tell a lie; Allah had never had a spouse or a son. What do you want now? They would say: We feel thirsty, O our Lord! Quench our thirst. They would be directed (to a certain direction) and asked: Why don't you go there to drink water? Then they would be pushed towards the Fire (and they would find to their great dismay that) it was but a mirage (and the raging flames of fire) would be consuming one another, and they would fall into the Fire. Then the Christians would be summoned and it would be said to them: What did you worship? They would say: We worshipped Jesus, son of God. It would be said to them: You tell a lie; Allah did not take for Himself either a spouse or a son. Then it would be said to them: What do you want? They would say: we are thirsty, O our Lord! Quench our thirst, and they will also suffer the same fate." [2]
(II) The second category: those for whom the message of Islam did not reach, or it may have reached them but was distorted, or they did not hear about Prophet Muhammad. They will be tested on the Day of Judgment. Those who obey will be saved, those who disobey will be doomed.
As can be seen, the fate of the two will be different in life after death, but in this world both are considered kuffar by agreement of Muslim jurists. What does it mean? First, it is obligatory to deliver the message of Islam to them. Second, Islam is the only true religion of all prophets with a universal plan of salvation; all other religions are false and unacceptable in the sight of Allah. Third, the regulations for non-Muslims apply to them. For instance, regardless whether the message of Islam reached a non-Muslim or not, a Muslim woman cannot marry a Jewish or a Christian man. Furthermore, they may not be buried in a Muslim graveyard. Their funeral prayer can not be offered by Muslims.
In conclusion, Islam is a universal religion. Its inclusiveness extends to the true followers of all prophets, including Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad. Yet, it is exclusive of those who distorted the pure teachings of the prophets, and who still choose to follow falsehood even after truth reaches them.
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PcdummyAjaxCompleteBundle - adds some ajax to sonata-doctrine-orm-admin
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This bundle adds 2 new ajax enabled widgets for the sonata-admin.

###pcdummy_ajaxcomplete_m2m
[![pcdummy_ajaxcomplete_m2m](https://raw.github.com/pcdummy/AjaxCompleteBundle/master/Resources/doc/pcdummy_ajaxcomplete_m2m.png)]

Requirements
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* Symfony 2.1
* Sonata/DoctrineORMAdminBundle dev-master

TODO
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* Secure the Ajax Backend
* Check/Add configureable routes for the ajax backend

Installation
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* Add "pcdummy/ajaxcomplete-bundle" "dev-master" to your composer.json.
* Add it to your AppKernel.php

``` php
new Pcdummy\AjaxCompleteBundle\PcdummyAjaxCompleteBundle(),
```

* Register the widgets with twig:

``` php
  twig:
    form:
      resources:
        - PcdummyAjaxCompleteBundle::fields.html.twig
```

* Now you can use it in your admin like this:

``` php
  ->add('printer_manufacturer', 'pcdummy_ajaxcomplete', array('entity' => "PcdummyPrinterBundle:Manufacturer", 'property' => "name", 'maxRows' => 15))
  ->add('catridges', 'pcdummy_ajaxcomplete_m2m', array(
      'required' => false,
      'expanded' => true,
      'multiple' => true,
  ))
```

LICENSE
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MIT

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaGithub


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New Audubon site shows bird decline on Treasure Coast, nationally from climate change
Audubon scientists found 389 bird species nationwide and six to eight along the Treasure Coast are "highly vulnerable" to climate change.
New Audubon site shows bird decline on Treasure Coast, nationally from climate change Audubon scientists found 389 bird species nationwide and six to eight along the Treasure Coast are "highly vulnerable" to climate change. Check out this story on tcpalm.com: https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/local/indian-river-lagoon/health/2020/01/07/climate-change-threatens-treasure-coast-u-s-birds-new-audubon-site/2831338001/
Jim Waymer, Florida Today Published 10:47 a.m. ET Jan. 7, 2020 | Updated 12:18 p.m. ET Jan. 7, 2020
Yellow cardinal, extremely rare bird, spotted in Port St. Lucie
A yellow cardinal was spotted in Port St. Lucie Saturday morning. Tracy Workman said the bird, who she named Sunny, was seen in the area of Prima Vista Boulevard and Floresta Drive. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY TRACY WORKMAN
In response to a rare sighting of a yellow cardinal in Port St. Lucie, Charity Clay responded: "We saw one too yesterday! ... It's on the fence here behind the branches, it's not a very good (photo)!!" Can you spot the yellow bird? Charity Clay via Facebook
In response to a rare sighting of a yellow cardinal in Port St. Lucie, Charity Clay responded: "We saw one too yesterday! ... It's on the fence here behind the branches, it's not a very good (photo)!!" Can you spot the yellow bird? If not, we circled it for you (in yellow, of course!). Charity Clay via Facebook
In a world more than 5 degrees warmer, the wood thrush likely would never fly this far south to sing its flute-like songs in Florida. And fat chance of ever hearing the staccato pecks of a red-headed woodpecker.
Those are among the scenarios the National Audubon Society warns of, and has seen, on the nonprofit's new Survival By Degrees website. Users can search the site by county or ZIP Code to find which bird species in their neck of the woods are most vulnerable to climate change.
Two-thirds of North American bird species are at risk of extinction from the ill effects of climate change, Audubon warns.
Along the Treasure Coast, six bird species in St. Lucie County and eight in Martin and Indian River counties are listed as "highly vulnerable" to climate change by the Audubon Society. Scroll down for the list.
The endangered Florida Snail Kite. (Photo: Contributed by Mac Stone)
More: 'One in a million' yellow cardinal seen in Port St. Lucie
Bird numbers in America and Canada already have declined by 3 billion, almost 30%, over the past 50 years, according to a recent analysis in the journal Science, causing some environmentalists to fear Rachel Carson's Silent Spring may soon arrive — for good, if nothing's done to temper climate change.
Our feathered friends' savior may be renewable energy, Audubon says.
"The good news is that our science also shows that if we take action now, we can help improve the changes for 76% of species at risk," Audubon's analysis says.
More:Audubon, FPL partner to create bird habitat at solar facility
FPL's Loggerhead Solar Energy Center in SLC to be a 'Solar Sanctuary'
The Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, a solar power plant site scheduled for completion in early 2018, is seen Dec. 15, 2017, in St. Lucie County. FPL and Audubon Florida are joining efforts for the "Solar Sanctuary" partnership to make FPL's solar power plant sites habitable for native plants and wildlife. Xavier Mascarenas, XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
A small bird rests on a panel Dec. 15, 2017, at the Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, a solar power plant site scheduled for completion in early 2018, in St. Lucie County. Xavier Mascarenas, XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
"That substation is what brings the power...to match the grid voltage of what the existing grid is," said Travis Baukol, senior project manager at the Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, on Dec. 15, 2017, in St. Lucie County. All of the power generated from the panels at the site, some of which can be seen in the foreground, will travel through the substation on the way to power local homes and businesses, Baukol said. Xavier Mascarenas, XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
Travis Baukol, senior project manager at the Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, gives a tour of the nearly completed plant Dec. 15, 2017, in St. Lucie County. Xavier Mascarenas, XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
The Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, a solar power plant site scheduled for completion in early 2018, is seen Dec. 15, 2017, in St. Lucie County. Xavier Mascarenas, XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
The Florida Power & Light Co. Loggerhead Solar Energy Center, a solar power plant site scheduled for completion in early 2018, is seen Dec. 15, 2017, in St. Lucie County. XAVIER MASCAREÑAS/TCPALM
Scientists warn climate change will result in hotter summers that rapidly dry up standing water in South Florida, increasing the likelihood of toxic algae blooms deadly to birds and other wildlife.
Other predicted Florida impacts harmful to birds include rising seas that jeopardize the state's beach, mangrove and salt marsh nesting habitats. A warmer world also will expose birds to more frequent and intense storms that will render coastal nesting sites and foraging habitat unusable. Highly and moderately vulnerable birds may lose more than half their current range, Audubon predicts.
The nonprofit studied 604 North American bird species using 140 million bird records, including sightings from bird watchers nationwide. Audubon's scientists put that data into the same climate models used by experts in 80 countries to map where each bird might live in the future. They found 389 of the bird species (64%) at risk of extinction from climate change.
Florida has 87 stable bird species, 13 that are highly vulnerable, 16 that are moderately vulnerable and 28 that have low vulnerability.
Some birds may lose range outside of Florida, making protection of their in-state habitat even more vital, Audubon warns.
Hundreds of bird species live year-round in Florida's cypress sloughs and tropical hardwood hammocks. Snowbirds, such as wood thrushes, use Florida as a launching pad for southern destinations. Biologists blame that bird's decline on parasites, predators and habitat fragmentation.
But a 3-degree temperature rise could spark more heat waves and fires in Midwestern forests that could wipe out wood thrush breeding there, Audubon warns.
Reducing emissions would greatly help the bird, the nonprofit says. At a 1.5-degree increase from climate change, the wood thrush would retain more than 80% of its breeding range, Audubon says.
Audubon points to solar and other renewable energy as the best way to buy birds more time.
More: Treasure Coast co-op seeks homeowners to switch to solar power
More:Is Treasure Coast becoming the Solar Coast?
Florida is the second-largest producer of electricity after Texas, Audubon notes, and natural gas fueled about 70% of Florida's electricity net generation in 2018, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
More:Florida consumes 8 times the energy it produces
The good news, Audubon notes, is that coal consumption in Florida's electric power sector fell by more than half over the past decade, to 12 million tons in 2018, as natural gas-fired power plants replaced older coal-fired units.
But Audubon still sees much room for improvement in the Sunshine State.
"While Florida has the third-best physical and geographic conditions in the country for solar, its policies mean the state is only 18th for installed solar capacity," Audubon's analysis notes. "Recent commitments, like that from Florida Power & Light Co. to add 30 million more solar panels by 2030, could help the state close this gap."
The National Audubon Society lists these bird species as "highly vulnerable" to climate change in all three Treasure Coast counties:
Red-headed woodpecker
Gray kingbird
Boat-tailed grackle
The snail kite and yellow-throated warbler are listed only for Martin and Indian River counties.
Jim Waymer is environment reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. TCPalm.com environment reporter Tyler Treadway contributed to this report.
Read or Share this story: https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/local/indian-river-lagoon/health/2020/01/07/climate-change-threatens-treasure-coast-u-s-birds-new-audubon-site/2831338001/
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Fürth: Measurement services providers in particular have noticed that demand for computed tomography analysis has increased dramatically. Depending on the application, such measurements can take up to several hours. For this reason, the Fraunhofer Development Center X-ray Technology EZRT, together with xray lab, has developed the PolyCT conversion kit, which reduces measurement time by up to a factor of three. The CT system add-on makes its debut at the Hannover Messe from April 24–28, Hall 4, Booth E12.
Messreihen können mit »PolyCT« bis zu dreimal schneller geprüft werden. Im Bild wurde das Nachrüst- Kit mit drei Zündkerzen bestückt.
The CT conversion kit PolyCT is compatible with all CT systems commonly available on the market, and it can be commissioned quickly and easily in just a few steps. This gives users the flexibility to use the conversion kit with various systems. Even though it is easy to use, the savings potential is tremendous: with PolyCT, measurement series can be tested up to three times faster – even with demanding tasks such as analyzing objects that are difficult to transilluminate. The kit is equipped with laser alignment, so it can support users in the installation and alignment of the measuring device without having to interact with the system software or mechanics. To attach the measuring device extension, either a magnet or a suction cup is available. "The PolyCT kit is either clamped into an existing CT chuck instead of the sample or a centering adapter device is used to attach it to a flat rotary plate," explains Michael Salamon, Project Manager at the Fraunhofer EZRT. The objects to be tested are then fastened into the universally adaptable specimen holders. This allows the CT system to be used to its optimum potential.
"The experience and expertise gained over a decade as an industrial X-ray service provider has all gone into the development of the PolyCT," explains Alexander Brock, Sales Director at xray-lab GmbH & Co. KG. "There is a broad variety of applications for the PolyCT kit." As far as system precision allows, the measuring device extension is also suitable for use with 3-D measurement technology. The standard PolyCT version is appropriate for CT measurements with voxel sizes down to 30 μm and it has three rotation centers, each with a testing diameter of approx. 5 cm.
The add-on makes its debut at the Hannover Messe: from April 24–28, visitors will find extensive information at xray-lab in Hall 4, Booth E12, where they can learn more about the functions of the impressive conversion kit. Just a few days later, from May 9– 12, the PolyCT will be exhibited at the shared booth of the Fraunhofer Vision Alliance, Hall 6, Booth 6302 at the Control trade fair in Stuttgart.


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All aboard the Smile Train: Calling all athletes who want to run for a cause!
CategoryEventsPosted on September 16, 2019 September 17, 2019 AuthorCes DimalantaLeave a comment
Whenever we hear Eraserheads say "You'll get by with a smile," it almost feels like it's super effortless for a normal person to make their day brighter with just a simple action. However, not everyone is blessed with the capability to fully smile. I've met people with clefts who are shy to show facial expressions because of how they look like (not to mention difficulty in breathing, hearing, or speaking that comes with it). While I believe that nothing should get in the way of anyone who wants to express their happiness, those with such genetic predisposition may think otherwise. This is why we support Smile Train Team EMPOWER, an endurance fundraising platform in their aim to lend a helping hand to kids with a cleft palate.
The said project is spearheaded by Smile Train, a cleft charity organization with teams all over the world. They continue to inspire individuals to create more smiles, new beginnings, and the opportunity for children with clefts to live full and productive lives. They partner with different organizations for their cause, such as Relife – which we've previously featured on our page.
SMILE TRAIN TEAM EMPOWER
Smile Train Team EMPOWER enables athletes to create an online fundraising page and encourage their friends and family to show support by donating to the cause. Smile Train Team EMPOWER currently has charity slots sold-out to marathons and multi-sport races, such as the London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City marathons and a number of IRONMAN® races around the world.
"As Smile Train celebrates its 20th year, we continue to recognize people who want to contribute their time and talent for a good cause," said Kimmy Coseteng-Flaviano, Smile Train's Area Director for South East Asia. "Smile Train Team EMPOWER is the perfect avenue for athletes to pursue their personal fitness goals while still creating a brighter future for babies born with clefts."
Kimmy Coseteng-Flaviano, Smile Train Area Director for South East Asia
In time for the upcoming World Marathon Majors in Berlin, Chicago, and New York City, Smile Train hosted a Team EMPOWER celebratory event for the athletes who have raised awareness and funds for Smile Train and children with clefts at The Rudy Project Lifestyle Store in Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City. Present at the event were founder and president of People Ignite and a cancer survivor, Joy Wong; Pound Fitness pro, Marge Camacho; triathlete coach, Coach Norman Pascual; and Joyette Jopson, triathlete coach and the First Filipino Finisher of the FWD 78° North Marathon. During the event, the athletes held an open discussion about the ins and outs of participating in a marathon and shared their own personal fitness tips.
(L-R) Pound Fitness pro Marge Camacho, triathlete coach Norman Pascual, People Ignite president Joy Wong, and triathlete coach Joyette Jopson
"The cause is something that we'd love to spread through our races, through our voices right now. Being part of this team – Smile Train team…We would love to continue raising the awareness and talking about how amazing it feels to change kids' lives forever," shares Camacho.
HOW TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE
(L-R) Norman Pascual, Marge Camacho, Joy Wong, Joyette Jopson, and Kimmy Coseteng-Flaviano.
"Smile Train has slots available and usually, we start off by signing up, registering to the race that you choose (6 marathon majors or IRONMAN races abroad) and per race has a corresponding fundraising target. You have to sign for that, and depending on when you sign up, you have x amount of months – usually it's a year… and just based on the panel here, I'm sure it will really take 2 months to raise funds for the target and when you continue to raise more funds, then the more surgeries you get [for the kids]," explains Camacho to members of the media during their celebratory event.
Smile Train Team EMPOWER member benefits include guaranteed entry to the race, a Team EMPOWER Tri Kit; customized virtual training plans, forums, and webinars; partner discounts and exclusive team events; personalized webpage and 1-1 fundraising support, and an opportunity to change a child's life forever.
"In the Philippines, there is an estimate of 5,000 babies with clefts born every year. We are grateful for our Smile Train Team EMPOWER athletes who help us raise funds and awareness for children in need. Having their support helps us reach more patients all over the country," concludes Coseteng-Flaviano.
Your Manila Millennial with Kimmy! Full support for Smile Train!
If you're not the athletic type, but you still want to help out, more details about how to donate are available at smiletrain.org. More information about their partner organizations are also available through their Facebook page at @SmileTrainPhilippines.
Fun fact: Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo-Wurtzbach and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray also assisted Smile Train during their reign. If they can, we can, too!
For the latest updates on our recent discoveries within the Metro, don't forget to follow Manila Millennial on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram page. See you around, millennials!
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David Schwimmer, David Arquette Launch #AskMoreOfHim Crusade With Hollywood Power Players
"Our awe is not enough. As men, we have a special responsibility to prevent abuse"
Wrap Staff | March 2, 2018 @ 8:50 AM
David Schwimmer, David Arquette, along with several leading Hollywood actors and producers have teamed up to back the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements with #AskMoreOfHim, calling for support of sexual misconduct survivors.
"For the last four years, The Representation Project has used #AskHerMore on the red carpet to spotlight how our culture values women's appearance over their accomplishments," the initiative says on its site. "This year we're using #AskMoreOfHim to invite men to not only join the conversation but to become allies in the movement for equality. We're asking men to stand for women's rights and end sexual harassment and violence against women."
The organization lists 10 ways men can help combat sexual harassment, including approaching it as a men's issue as well, and not remaining silent when they see transgressions. #AskMoreOfHim aims to make men, both in the entertainment business and outside of it, more accountable for their treatment of women.
Also Read: Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg on #MeToo: 'Not Harassing Us Is Important, but Basic'
The Group issued an open letter on Friday, arguing that men have a "special responsibility to prevent abuse":
We applaud the courage and pledge our support to the courageous women – men, and gender non-conforming individuals – who have come forward to recount their experiences of harassment, abuse, and violence at the hands of men in our country. It is never easy for someone who's been harassed or bullied to speak up, especially when the abuse is sexual. These people are our colleagues and friends. They are fellow artists and craftspeople. They are also our partners, siblings, parents, and children. We are in awe of their strength and commitment to speaking truth to power.
But our awe is not enough. As men, we have a special responsibility to prevent abuse from happening in the first place. After all, the vast majority of sexual harassment, abuse, and violence is perpetrated by men, whether in Hollywood or not. And in entertainment – like many industries – men continue to hold most of the decision-making power. Therefore, one of the most powerful things that men can and must do is make it clear to other men – including their friends, colleagues, and co-workers – that sexual harassment and abuse are never acceptable. This goes for everything from sexist and degrading comments, right up to domestic violence and sexual assault.
Also Read: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Embraces #MeToo Era
Some may question our motives for signing this statement and we aim to counteract their skepticism by being painfully honest. Men are imperfect. We are imperfect. And many men, including perhaps some of us, may have enabled the bad behavior of others or acted in ways we now regret. Nonetheless, we believe that men must speak out against sexism, even as we engage in our own process of critical self-reflection, personal growth, and accountability.
So consider this our pledge to support survivors, condemn sexism wherever we see it, and hold ourselves and others accountable. As advocates, actors, writers, producers, and directors, we hope that our actions will inspire other men to join us. Until now, only a small number of them have been actively engaged in this effort. This must change. It's time we #AskMoreOfHim.
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Max Berkowitz
Steven Brill
Geoff Callan
Kirby Dick
Jim Herzfeld
Byron Hurt
Matt McGorry
Michael Nathanson
Jason Newman
Ben Silverman
Jason Smilovic
Dennis Barbour
Gary Barker
Eric Barthold
Jonathan Kalin
Jackson Katz
Michael Kimmel
Josh Levs
Don McPherson
Michael A. Messner
Pedro Noguera
Rob Okun
Ianta Summers
A Call to Men
The Representation Project
Also Read: California Assemblywoman Who Championed #MeToo Movement Accused of Groping Former Staffer (Report)
Actress Jessica Chastain was among the first to lend her support for the new campaign:
I am so moved by this letter. Thank you. I hold hope that as this letter circulates, more of my male colleagues will sign and support the hashtag #askmoreofhim
We all benefit from a healthy work environment, free from abuse. https://t.co/2RcZlRbuds
— Jessica Chastain (@jes_chastain) March 2, 2018
The letter was released ahead of this weekend's Academy Awards. The Representation Project asked its supporters to use the hashtag #AskMoreOfHim during the ceremony.
Golden Globes Red Carpet: Wisest Words on #MeToo Movement From Meryl Streep to Emma Watson (Photos)
"I am wearing black to thank and honor all the brave whistleblowers who came forward and shared their stories of harassment and discrimination," Messing said on Sunday's Golden Globes red carpet. She added that she's "shocked to to hear E! doesn't believe in paying their female hosts the same as their male hosts," referring to Catt Sadler's exit from the network after learning she wasn't paid as much as her male counterpart, Jason Kennedy. "Women are just as important as men," she said.
The "Big Little Lies" actress said on Instagram that she is "holding our mothers and grandmothers and all brave women who taught us about Voice" by wearing black on the red carpet. On the carpet, she added, "It's time for us to make a difference, and everyone can make a difference." Dern brought along activist Monica Ramirez, who said, "When we learned about what was happening in Hollywood, our members felt very strongly they wanted to send a message… that they are not alone... Part of our work is to fight for gender parity along all lines."
The "Beauty and the Beast" star said on Twitter that she's wearing black on the red carpet "because we are grateful to the many survivors and allies who have spoken out and and forced the conversation about sexual harassment, sexual assault, and gender bias in the spotlight."
Larasi, a women's activist, accompanied Emma Watson on the red carpet. "There's something about women in Hollywood speaking out," she said of the Me Too movement. "There is a wall of silence that surrounds women and girls [who are harassed or assaulted]. We don't want to create hierarchies.. But we're saying women in Hollywood have [an opportunity] to amplify [the message]. It's a fantastic platform."
The "Molly's Game" star said, "I wear black to stand in solidarity with my sister's and to say it's #TimesUp on this imbalance of power IN ALL INDUSTRIES " on Twitter ahead of the show.
"The Post" star said, "People are aware now of a power imbalance... It's everywhere and we want to fix that."
As for her character in the film, Washington Post publisher Katharine Graham, Streep said she thought she would be "heartened" by the movement sweeping Hollywood and beyond for women's rights. "She was a pioneer," Streep said. "I think she'd be over the moon."
"With the women's march and now this, it really feels like a revolution is taking place. Although it's not going to solve all the problems, I'm proud to be here and to be part of it today," said the "Handmaid's Tale" star.
"This is such an awesome night to celebrate women and celebrate all of us coming together and standing with each other and standing in solidarity to say 'Time is Up,'" the "Scandal" star said. "This is not a problem in Hollywood, the abuse of power happens everywhere."
"We're in solidarity about standing up for people who have been abused and have been harassed, and the industry is all staying together on this," said the tennis star, who accompanied Emma Stone on the red carpet.
Chrissy Metz
Before the red carpet, Metz said she told her publicist "If I can't be who I am I can't do this." On the carpet, she told Ryan Seacrest "We are all meant for something bigger better greater, but we're not always taught that."
Brie is nominated for her role in Netflix's "GLOW," but also acted alongside Meryl Streep in "The Post." She said, "Meryl Streep playing Katharine Graham was like feminism on feminism."
"It's important to me to stand with all of the women who have come forward," Brie added, wearing a black ensemble in honor of Time's Up and the #MeToo movement. She added that's she's "so in awe of that bravery" of the women who have come forward with stories of sexual harassment and assault, and said, "It's important for me to stand with those who don't feel like they have a voice."
"I think it's an enormous show of support tonight," said the "Divorce" star, who wore a black frock in honor of the Time's Up initiative. "This is a conversation that, as complicated as it is, it seems to be very welcome by everybody," she said to E!'s Ryan Seacrest. "I know it's affected your network," she added in reference to Catt Sadler, who left E! after learning she earned far less than her male colleague. Parker went on to say that parity and gender equality shouldn't be overly complicated. "It's about women in all industries, and men," she said.
Eva Longoria joined Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman in talking to Ryan Seacrest about the Time's Up initiative. Like Parker and Messing, Longoria called out E! for paying Catt Sadler less than her male colleague Jason Kennedy. "We support gender parity and equal pay, and we hope E! stands with that," she said to Seacrest.
"A revolution is taking place"


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Major Drilling (TSX:MDI) reports strong results
TSX:MDI
Brieanna McCutcheon Markets Reporter [email protected] 03 December 2021 12:45 (EST)
Source: Major Drilling Group International Inc.
Major Drilling (MDI) reports strong results – revenue up 50 per cent, net earnings doubled
Net earnings of $14.3 million or $0.17 per share, highest in 9 years and up ~100 per cent from same period last year
Net debt reduced in the quarter by $14.5 million to $30.0 million
Net earnings were $14.3 million or $0.17 per share for the quarter, compared to $7.0 million or $0.09 per share for the prior year quarter
Major Drilling Group International Inc. (MDI) is down 1.40 per cent, trading at C$8.41 at 12:34 pm EST
Major Drilling Group International Inc. (MDI) reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2022, ended October 31, 2021.
Some highlights include revenue of $170.7 million, up 50 per cent compared to the same period last year, and up 13 per cent from last quarter. EBITDA for the quarter was $30.7 million, an increase of ~60 per cent compared to the same period last year.
Net earnings of $14.3 million or $0.17 per share, highest in 9 years and up ~100 per cent from the same period last year. Net debt was reduced in the quarter by $14.5 million to $30.0 million.
"Our second quarter of fiscal 2022 was very encouraging as activity levels continued to increase in most regions. I am particularly pleased with the progress our teams have made in developing our labour force, enabling us to grow in high-demand regions while maintaining our dedication to safety, productivity, and quality," said Denis Larocque, President and CEO of Major Drilling.
"Our strategy of holding rigs and inventory ready for immediate deployment to customers continues to deliver results," added Larocque.
The second quarter, which ended on the last day of October had total revenue of $170.7 million, its highest quarterly revenue since the second quarter of 2013, up 50 per cent from revenue of $114.2 million recorded in the same quarter last year.
Revenue for the quarter from Canada – U.S. drilling operations increased by 33.7 per cent to $94.4 million, compared to the same period last year. The region saw continued growth in strong demand despite headwinds from the industry-wide labour challenges.
South and Central American revenue increased by 70.4 per cent to $36.8 million for the quarter, compared to the same quarter last year. The growth in the region from the prior year was mainly attributed to operations in most countries recovering from the impacts of COVID-19.
Australasian and African revenue increased by 79.5 per cent to $39.5 million, compared to the same period last year. The growth in the region from the prior year was mainly attributed to the McKay acquisition in Australia, which continues to have robust demand for drilling services.
The gross margin percentage for the quarter was 22.0 per cent, compared to 20.0 per cent for the same period last year. Depreciation expense totalling $10.7 million is included indirect costs for the current quarter, versus $9.5 million in the same quarter last year.
General and administrative costs were $14.1 million, an increase of $2.5 million compared to the same quarter last year.
The increase was driven by the addition of the Australian operations and inflationary wage adjustments. The prior year was reduced by funds received from government assistance programs, related to the pandemic, that are no longer in place in the current quarter.
The income tax provision for the quarter was an expense of $4.5 million compared to an expense of $2.0 million for the prior-year period. The increase in the tax expense was related to an increase in overall profitability from the prior year.
Net earnings were $14.3 million or $0.17 per share ($0.17 per share diluted) for the quarter, compared to $7.0 million or $0.09 per share ($0.09 per share diluted) for the prior-year quarter.
Major Drilling Group International Inc. is one of the world's largest drilling services companies primarily serving the mining industry.
Established in 1980, Major Drilling has over 1,000 years of combined experience and expertise within its management team alone.
Major Drilling Group International Inc. (MDI) is down 1.40 per cent, trading at C$8.41 at 12:34 pm EST.


Comp time for non-exempt employees should be recorded on a UW timesheet and turned in to Payroll each month. There is no provision for internal tracking of comp time in UW policies. As such, all of the hours that an employee works during the month should be reported on their timesheet.
Comp time is accrued at a rate of time and a half for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. This is stated in the Employee Handbook on page 24, and is governed by federal law as well.
The cap for comp time accrual is 240 hours. Individual departments can choose to set lower limits on comp time, but they are expected to work with their employees to ensure that the employees can use their comp time in a reasonable period. Federal law requires that employees be allowed to use comp time on a date they request unless doing so would "unduly disrupt" the operations of the department.
In general, UW employees are expected to use comp time before vacation leave. However, if a staff member is at or near the vacation accrual cap (352 hours) they cannot be required to take comp time instead of vacation.
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Multicopy single-stranded DNA
Multicopy single-stranded DNA (msDNA) is a type of extrachromosomal satellite DNA which consists of a single-stranded DNA molecule linked via a phosphodiester bond to a branched RNA molecule. The resultant structure possesses two stem-loop structures, and functions as both a primer and a template for the creation of more msDNA. It is known to encode a type of reverse transcriptase[1]. Its function remains unknown even though many copies are present within cells[2].
Essential Laboratory Skills Guide
Before the discovery of msDNA in Myxoccocus xanthus, a species of soil-dwelling bacteria, it was thought that the enzymes known as reverse transcriptases (RT) existed only in eukaryotes and viruses. The discovery led to an increase in research of the area, subsequently msDNA was found to exist within certain strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli. Further research discovered similarities between the open reading frames of HIV-encoded reverse transcriptase and msDNA, and was later tested for reverse transcriptase activity and RNase H activity. It was found that both the RNase H domain and the enzyme reverse transcriptase were required in order for msDNA to replicate[3].
The discovery of msDNA has led to questions regarding where reverse transcriptase originated, as genes encoding for it have been found in prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and even viruses. After a DNA fragment coding for the production of msDNA in E. coli was discovered[4], it was suggested that bacteriophages may have been responsible for the introduction of the RT gene into E. coli[5]. These discoveries suggest that reverse transcriptase played a role in the evolution of viruses from bacteria, with one hypothesis stating that with the help of reverse transcriptase, viruses may have arisen as a breakaway msDNA gene which acquired a protein coat.
Reverse Transcriptase in E.coli: msDNA - Mellon College of Science
Categories: Molecular biology | DNA | RNA
This article is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License. It uses material from the Wikipedia article "Multicopy_single-stranded_DNA". A list of authors is available in Wikipedia.
https://www.bionity.com/en/encyclopedia/Multicopy_single-stranded_DNA.html


Cover from the alternative version.
You may have heard of this, as it's been doing the rounds on the Weird Wide Web for a few years now. The awesome Dr. Seuss style version of The Call Of Cthulhu, by the artist DrFaustusAU. However did you know there is a complete alternative version, with different artwork? And did you know that DrFaustusAU has also done a Dr. Seuss version of H.P. Lovercraft's The Tomb? As well as working on a version of Dagon and The Statement of Randolph Carter. These are wonderfully illustrated works of genius. I've had both versions of The Call Of Cthulhu for a few years now, as well as The Tomb.
DrFaustusAU also does Lovecraft inspired one-off panels. It was his How Cthulhu Ate Christmas, that first switched me onto his artwork, and I've been following and collection his stuff from Deviant Art ever since.
Find further examples of his work, on his Deviant Art page DrFaustusAU.
Here's the original version of The Call Of Cthulhu (for Beginner Readers). Enjoy!


The pattern is, *2 – 1, *3 – 1, *4 – 1, *5 – 1, *6 – 1,….
The pattern is, *1 + 23, *2 + 33, *3 + 43, *4 + 53,….
The following line graph shows the ratio of no of boys to the number of girls passed from two different schools in the year 2012 to 2017.
If in the year 2014, the total number of boys in School A is 78 and the total number of girls in School B in the year 2013 is 80, then find the difference between the total number of girls in School A in the year 2014 to that of boys in School B in the year 2013?
7. The number of boys passed in School A in the year 2015 is approximately what percentage of the number of girls passed in School A in the same year?
If the number of girls passed from School A in the year 2016 and the no of girls passed from School B in the year 2017 is equal, then the number of boys passed from school A in the year 2016 is what approximately percentage more/less than the number of boys passed from School B in the year 2017?
9. If the number of boys passed from School A in the year 2012 is 108, which is equal to the number of boys passed from School B in the year 2013, then find the ratio of number of girls passed from School A in the year 2012 to that of total number of girls passed from School A in the year 2012 and School B in the year 2013?
10. In which year, the highest number of girls passed in School A?
We can't determine the highest number of girls passed in School A. Here only the ratio of boys to girls passed in School A is given. So, we can't find the answer.
6) If in the year 2014, the total number of boys in School A is 78 and the total number of girls in School B in the year 2013 is 80, then find the difference between the total number of girls in School A in the year 2014 to that of boys in School B in the year 2013?
7) The number of boys passed in School A in the year 2015 is approximately what percentage of the number of girls passed in School A in the same year?
8) If the number of girls passed from School A in the year 2016 and the no of girls passed from School B in the year 2017 is equal, then the number of boys passed from school A in the year 2016 is what approximately percentage more/less than the number of boys passed from School B in the year 2017?
9) If the number of boys passed from School A in the year 2012 is 108, which is equal to the number of boys passed from School B in the year 2013, then find the ratio of number of girls passed from School A in the year 2012 to that of total number of girls passed from School A in the year 2012 and School B in the year 2013?
10) In which year, the highest number of girls passed in School A?


Gate valves were once the most widely used valves in industrial piping systems, however their popularity has now been replaced by ball valves. Gate valves are also used as stop valves - to fully turn off or fully turn on flow - the only application for which gate valves are recommended.
Seating is perpendicular or at right angles to the direction of flow, making gate valves impractical for throttling applications and for frequent operation.
Repeated movement of the wedge (gate) near the point of closure under high velocity flow, may create a drag on the seating surfaces and causing galling or scoring on the down stream side. A slightly opened edge may cause turbulent flow with vibration and chattering of the wedge.
A gate valve requires more turns and therefore more turns to open and close it fully. Also, unlike many globe valves, the volume of flow through the valve is not in direct relation to the number of turns of the handwheel.
Knife gate valves should be used for slurries, fibres, powders etc.


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Government Is Not What Makes a Country Great
By Michael Munger Friday, July 20, 2018
Can you distrust the government and yet still be loyal to your country? I say yes.
I spend quite a bit of time in Europe. Friends "across the pond" are always incredulous about some dumb thing the U.S. government has done. They expect me to be defensive; in fact I'm usually able to supply some detail or additional outrage they hadn't heard yet.
Someone will take me aside later, and ask if I am thinking of moving to another country. After all, if I am that scornful of the U.S. government, how can I stick around?
Wait. I can be a patriotic American, but also think that U.S. politicians are ninnies. Both can be true: our country is great, and our government is terrible. To be fair, European political officials are a pack of clowns and thugs, too.
Become a Great Country
Countries are great when they can overcome bad politicians, because the core rules and the values of the citizens are bulletproof. Citizens must somehow have both the ability and the courage to face down governments when that government becomes too oppressive or too arbitrarily focused on the personal power of temporary leaders.
That, I think, is where my Euro-friends disagree. The reverence for "democracy"—by which Europeans mostly mean "majority rule"—is almost unknown here. Many of our government institutions—the Senate, the Supreme Court, the Electoral College—are explicitly and intentionally anti-majoritarian. It has never been clear to me why this faith in majorities is so strong in countries that love government.
If you start with one person, too dumb to be able to choose what size soft drink to buy or to buy lunch from a food truck without government help, and gather a whole pack of them into a poorly informed and undisciplined mob, then they can make extremely complex decisions about foreign policy that affect the entire world.
H.L. Mencken, in Notes on Democracy, (1927) shared my skepticism. Or, to be fair, I guess I share his:
[In the electorate,] one hears, lies a deep, illimitable reservoir of righteousness and wisdom, unpolluted by the corruption of privilege. What baffles statesmen is to be solved by the people, instantly and by a sort of seraphic intuition…. The cure for the evils of democracy is more democracy.
This notion, as I hint, originated in the poetic fancy of gentlemen on the upper levels - sentimentalists who, observing to their distress that the ass was over-laden, proposed to reform transport by putting him into the cart.
One might object, of course, that the problem is not the lack of information voters possess, since the very idea of anyone knowing enough to organize or plan a society is ludicrous.
Societies that work organize themselves, using higher level rules that structure their interactions and allow innovation. As Mises and Hayek argued, the notion that planning can be achieved through "calculation," either by experts or by voters, is both eternally appealing and dead wrong.
Mencken said something else about democracy, something that I can't help thinking about in the aftermath of…well, of pretty much every election in my lifetime. There is a fatal internal contradiction in seeing "democracy" as being nothing more than majority rule, rather than a set of restrictions on majority rule:
Does [democracy] exalt dunderheads, cowards, trimmers, frauds, cads? Then the pain of seeing them go up is balanced and obliterated by the joy of seeing them come down. Is it inordinately wasteful, extravagant, dishonest? Then so is every other form of government: all alike are enemies to laborious and virtuous men. Is rascality at the very heart of it? Well, we have borne that rascality since 1776, and continue to survive.
In the long run, it may turn out that rascality is necessary to human government, and even to civilization itself — that civilization, at bottom, is nothing but a colossal swindle. I do not know: I report only that when the suckers are running well the spectacle is infinitely exhilarating.
But I am, it may be, a somewhat malicious man: my sympathies, when it comes to suckers, tend to be coy. What I can't make out is how any man can believe in democracy who feels for and with them, and is pained when they are debauched and made a show of. How can any man be a democrat who is sincerely a democrat?
Much of the genius of the U.S. has always been that we are not a majoritarian system. A naïve faith in the racist, greedy, homophobic, and immigrant-hating majority is no basis for government.
Trust Not Authority
Sure, elections and majority rule are the best tools we have to curtail tyranny, but we don't have to worship our tools. People didn't vote to end segregated schools; the Supreme Court overruled the will of the majority in Kansas, and President Eisenhower sent elite troops, the U.S. 101st Airborne, to force voters to do that which they didn't want to do: treat all children equally.
But the U.S. is now becoming more like Europe, in the sense that we are trusting more and more of the authority to use force to naïve majority rule. When President Obama said, "Elections have consequences, and I won!" he was elevating elections over rule of law. When he said that he had a pen, and he had a phone, and could use those to govern through executive order rather than depending on the Congress, the rule of law took another hit.
Since November 2016 several Duke University colleagues have come into my office, closed the door, and said, "Okay. You were right. Are you happy now?" Since the U.S. response to 9/11, with the Patriot Act and expansive use of executive power, I had been complaining.
What if a tyrant is elected? What if these huge new powers fall into the hands of someone you disagree with? The problem is that the exceptions to the rule of law persist, but the policies you want will be obliterated.
Well, in the minds of many that "what if" is no longer hypothetical. And much of what made the U.S. distinctive has been heedlessly destroyed. We are conflating loyalty to our elected leaders with patriotism, and it scares me.
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Michael Munger is Professor of Economics at Duke University and Senior Fellow of the American Institute for Economic Research. His degrees are from Davidson College, Washingon University in St. Louis, and Washington University.
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Download GeneWeb for Windows and click on downloaded file.
When you run the install program, the "Open file - Security Warning" dialog may appear as shown in the figure below. Click "Run".
Accept the License Agreement then click "Next".
Click "Browse" to select the destination location to install GeneWeb. Otherwise, leave the default setting and click "Next".
Select Start Menu Folder for GeneWeb's shortcuts location. By default all shortcuts are located in 'GeneWeb 6.00'.
Select "Create a Desktop Icon" to create a shortcut on your desktop, then click "Next".
Click "Install" to continue with the installation, or click "Back" if you want to review or change any settings.
Click "Finish" to launch GeneWeb.
When you launch GeneWeb for the first time, you need to allow access to gwd and gwsetup programs to the firewall of your computer.
If you have checked last three options of the setup, gwd and gwsetup are launched and the following page will be shown in your default web browser.
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