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Landlords lob another lawsuit at new rent law
The complaint makes similar constitutionality claims
Nov.November 15, 2019 12:48 PM
By Kathryn Brenzel
Community Renewal CEO RuthAnne Visnauskas and Citywide Support director Dino Panagoulias NYS Homes (Credit: LinkedIn, iStock)
UPDATED, Nov. 15, 2019, 3:10 p.m: A group of landlords has filed another lawsuit challenging New York's new rent law, alleging that the measure is unconstitutional.
The complaint — filed by a group of landlords including Dino, Dimos and Vasiliki Panagoulias — refers to the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 as a "regulatory scheme" and a "regime in which tenants, not property owners, control who occupies the property, how it is used, and who may be excluded from it."
The complaint seeks monetary damages and focuses on the law's impact on individual property owners.
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This is the second lawsuit to challenge the law, which went into effect in June. It reiterates claims made by an earlier complaint filed by the Rent Stabilization Association, the Community Housing Improvement Program and individual landlords. Like that lawsuit, this complaint claims the rent law violates the Fifth Amendment's "Takings Clause" and the Fourteenth Amendment's "Due Process Clause." The rent law amounts to an unjust taking because it severely limits when and how a landlord can increase rents on stabilized apartments — "effectively eliminating" an owner's ability to use his property for anything other than stabilized housing. As for due process, the complaint states that the rent law doesn't fulfill its stated purpose of promoting affordable housing.
The new lawsuit further alleges that the law goes against the Constitution's "Contracts Clause," which bars governments from passing legislation in order to interfere with private contracts. The complaint claims the new law does just that because landlords are now required to continue charging preferential rent — a rate lower than the legal rent — until an apartment is vacated. Previously, landlords could raise that rent to the legal limit when the lease was renewed. The state's housing regulator has specified that tenants who had a preferential rent in place or had a renewal lease with an occupancy date on or after June 14, the new law applies. The lawsuit claims landlords are unfairly bound to abide by these lower rents even if tenants signed a lease explicitly spelling out that the lower rent was a one-time deal.
The complaint also appears to cite a June interview The Real Deal conducted with Sen. Julia Salazar.
"One of the sponsors of the 2019 Amendments—a self-described Marxist—explained in the course of describing the 2019 Amendments that land 'doesn't truly belong to' those that 'have the monetary resources to purchase it and, to put it really bluntly, to take it away from … the collective,'" the lawsuit states.
The complaint alleges that such a view is "irreconcilable with the Constitution's bedrock protections for private property." (In the full interview, Salazar indicated that she wasn't against for-profit housing as long as such a model guaranteed "that everyone has a place to live" without fear of eviction.)
"The real estate industry is still thriving in New York City," Salazar said on Friday. "The fear-mongering is in the interest of the plaintiffs of the lawsuit, but it isn't a reality."
She added that it was a "pretty weak argument to cite a Real Deal interview." She also questioned the landlords' inability to cover the costs of their buildings when they are pursuing costly litigation, and said it showed that "they have no interest in ensuring that the tenants who live in their buildings are reasonably taken care of."
Dino Panagoulias said he and his parents, the other two relatives named in the suit, own one building together at 38-06 29th Street, which they've owned since 1974. He said he wasn't familiar with the CHIP lawsuit but felt that individual landlord stories can get lost in a large lawsuit.
"One of the most important thing for me is that my side is heard," he said. "All too often the media portrays landlords as the devil. Well, that's not the case. A lot of my tenants, I consider to be my extended family."
Michael Vinocor, whose LLCs are also named as plaintiffs, said the complaint "speaks for itself" but that changes made to the rent law in June will lead to the deterioration of the city's housing stock.
"My feeling is if they needed to make reforms, they could've done some rational reform," he said. Vinocor's entities own 74 Pinehurst Avenue and 141 and 177 Wadsworth Avenue. An LLC tied to Jack Moy and 80 Mulberry Street is also named as a plaintiff.
Attorneys from Covington & Burling are representing the plaintiffs.
The complaint names the state of New York, the New York Division of Homes and Community Renewal, HCR's Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, the city, the city's Rent Guidelines Board and its board members as defendants.
"HCR has and will continue to both enforce the rent laws and investigate those who violate the law to protect tenants and the housing stock. The agency does not comment on pending litigation," Brian Butry, a spokesperson for the agency said in a statement.
Just as RSA and CHIP's suit, their complaint is filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern Division of New York. Representatives for CHIP and RSA noted that unlike their suit, this latest complaint seeks monetary damages and focuses on the impact of the law on particular property owners. The trade group's lawsuit, in addition to calling out the new rent law, challenges rent stabilization as a concept. This week, five national trade associations pledged financial backing for CHIP and RSA's suit.
"Because of the broader and more fundamental issues raised in our lawsuit, it has the support of thousands of property owners in New York and national groups that represent a diverse cross section of the industry," a spokesperson said in a statement. "We are seeking to address 50 years of the Rent Stabilization Law's failure, and to create real solutions to New York's housing challenges."
Update: This story has been updated to include comment from the plaintiffs and defendants, as well as CHIP and RSA, which are also pursuing a challenge to New York's rent law.
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Grey's Anatomy: Should April Leave Matthew for Jackson?
Grey's Anatomyleft fans with quite a cliff-hanger: Jackson (Jesse Williams) interrupted April's (Sarah Drew) wedding to Matthew (Justin Bruening) to declare his love for her. But who will she choose? We won't find out until the show returns onFeb. 27, ...
Grey's Anatomy left fans with quite a cliff-hanger: Jackson (Jesse Williams) interrupted April's (Sarah Drew) wedding to Matthew (Justin Bruening) to declare his love for her. But who will she choose? We won't find out until the show returns on Feb. 27, but in the meantime, let's weigh her options.
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FOR HIM: April's relationship with Matthew, a paramedic she met at the hospital, makes her happy, enough so to say yes when heoutrageously proposed.
AGAINST HIM: Their courtship has seemed more about April trying to move past her tryst with Jackson (see below).
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FOR HIM: April and Jackson, both Mercy West vets, bonded in the tough transition over to Seattle Grace. The shooting that claimed the lives of their fellow Mercy Westers Reed (Nora Zehetner) and Percy (Robert Baker) brought them closer. April even gave him her V-card when they hooked up as stress relief during the medical boards.
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AGAINST HIM: April was way too overjoyed that she was not pregnant with Jackson's child. Besides, choosing Jackson would break two hearts: Jackson is currently dating intern Stephanie (Jerrika Hinton), who was pretty shocked to see her boyfriend "speak now" at the wedding, even if he apologized to her for doing so.
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@alexcleac so Purism isn't the only one? Cool!
Looks like they're very security-focused, to the point that their phone's USB socket is power-only. Cool!
I doubt it'll be cheaper than librem 5, but that'd be a nice surprise.
- if you want FOSS-friendly chips, you have to pick i.MX and the like. Not sure how the price of i.MX6 compares to Tegras and Snapdragons, but I'm pretty sure it's not as cheap as an Allwinner.
because of these reasons, FOSS-friendly owner-controllable mobile devices will be more expensive than mainstream phones.
OTOH, catering to businesses may increase scale, compared to only targeting FOSS enthusiasts... so that has a potential to increase the scale, lower the costs, and provide a more stable stream of income for the manufacturer.
And I think it has a better chance of surviving than Librem.
@alexcleac well, nevermind, Librem 5 is also advertised as something a business may need.
And both have a metal case.
So same chance of survival, for both definitions of survuval.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac From my experience most products like this will utterly fail in the business market.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac In other words MDM.
Common MDM Options and User Freedom tend to be mutually exclusive.
you can lock it down, but you can't prevent factory reset, and factory reset deletes all keys, so the user loses access to all company data, company servers, etc. after factory reset?
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac That's nearly nothing of company options.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac It only causes virtual freedom. Companies pri #1 tends to be to overrule what the user wants to do.
@quad @Wolf480pl in my opinion this is dumm thing. If your company does not respect and trust you that much, why should you work for that company?
@alexcleac @Wolf480pl Welcome to every non-tech company ever.
I'd carry the company-issued company-owned company-controlled device at work. And my-owned my-controlled device outside of work.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac Well, that's what I do.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac But also that kinda defeats the point here. My point was that businesses wouldn't really buy a Librem phone or similar as long as user freedom is the phone's priority. Unless it can be overridden, on an OS-level outside the user's control. Which arguably would mean you remove the freedom aspect, and 80-90% of the phone's selling point.
Is it about user freedom? Or owner freedom?
The problem with mainstream smartphones is that you don't own them. Google owns them.
I never meant an average company.
I meant companies which require extraordinary infosec measures. Not necessarily infosec copanies (as in: providing infosec services to others), but those which are a high-value target for cyberattacks.
If your job involved dealing with top-secret material, or developing software that will be sent as auto-updates to all powerplants in the whole country, I'd say it makes a lot of sense not to want any unverified devices anywhere near company's computers.
And I don't see how owner-controllable hardware would be incompatible with that threat model, considering that the company is the owner.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac Also speak of the devil, I just got an E-mail saying that there's 4 new apps that will be pushed out to our Android phones.
@Wolf480pl @alexcleac It's not like there's much worthwhile in that screenshot. Just the name of three random humans.
@alexcleac Privacy is good. Are they are making a mystery of what OS they'll be using?
@alexcleac is it really a phone if it doesn't have a cellular modem? To me, it sounds more like a very tiny tablet.
@alexcleac not in their "first evolution model" whatever that means. And while they say they're working on it, just that they even consider a phone without cellular as first class citizen, makes me wonder what the texting and calling experience will be like - that is still the most important function in a phone for me.


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Daniel shares with us his story of long term recovery as a 100 pounder. His humor and wit, combined with the devastating nature of the disease before program puts a nice twist on his message of recovery. Without surrendering completely to step one, he would not be where he is today.
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Michael shares his experience with the steps and breaks them down with a fervor and excitement for the way they were outlined by our mother program's founders-Bill and Bob. He struggled with all forms of compulsive eating and finally came to the program after reaching over 300 pounds. He gets to practice these principles in all his affairs, especially work life, and continues to carry the message.
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Violet shares with us her journey of recovery through the program. With the help of the fellowship, she has been able to admit powerlessness over the food and has attained long-term abstinence and weigh-loss as a result. She emphasizes that it's not all about the weight, however, and she has been shown how to apply the principles of the steps in her daily affairs.
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Robin shares with us his journey in OA as a long-term abstinence maintaining 100 pounder. He has had ups and downs, but with the program he has become spiritually connected and has been able to share that with others.
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Bob came into the program after a run in with some other 12 step programs. His sponsor told him that he needed to make amends to himself for the weight he carried his whole life. He came into OA at 340 pounds, and over the years his recovery hasn't been perfect, but he's kept coming back to carry the message and is now maintaining close to a normal body weight.
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This knife features the Virobloc Safety ring. The Virobloc safety ring was invented and implemented in 1955. This simple yet effective locking system greatly improved the original knife.The ability to help prevent the blade from opening when closed was added to the Virobloc in 2000.
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by shalini
1. Apple SE
Apple in April 2020 reviled a new cost efficient iPhone, the iPhone SE, which is a followed to the 2016 iPhone SE of the same name. Like 2016s iPhone, the 2020 iPhone SE is Apple's most affordable iPhone, range starting at $399.Unlike the 2016 iPhone SE, which resembled an iPhone 5, the 2020 iPhone SE is similar to the iPhone 8 when it comes to design. It has a 4.7-inch LCD Retina HD display with True Tone to match the lighting in a room, Dolby Vision, Wide color, and HDR10.
Available in white, black and RED, the iPhone SE is built with a glass front and back with a aluminum band. Wireless charging is supported and it features IP67 water and dust resistance so it can hold up to splashes and even brief submersions in water. The top bezel houses the microphone and 7-megapixel front-facing camera while the bottom bezel includes a Touch ID Home button for fingerprint-based biometric authentication. The 2020 iPhone SE is the only iPhone in Apple's current lineup that continues to feature Touch ID over Face ID. There's a single-lens 12-megapixel rear camera in the 2020 SE with an optical image stabilization, f/1.8 aperture and support for Portrait Lighting and Portrait Mode.
2. Microsoft surface duo
Microsoft was rumored to be working on a Surface Phone – since at least 2016. Microsoft Surface Duo is that device. It's a dual-screen, foldable Android smartphone-tablet hybrid. Microsoft unveiled the device at Microsoft's October 2019 Surface launch, but with the warning that it wouldn't be on sale for another year. You can use it to play with apps and make calls, and it can even fit in your pocket. However, the company doesn't view the new Surface Duo as a smartphone despite its ability to be used for calls.
The features include two 5.6-inch screens and can rotate on a 360-degree hinge so that it works as an 8.3-inch tablet. The device can open up so that both screens can be simultaneously used or fold together to protect the screens. You can even have the device closed with one screen facing, like a phone. Each screen can run two different apps at the same time. You can even use one of the displays as a keyboard or game controller. The Surface Duo prototype featured a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor, it will use the newer Snapdragon 865 in the final version. Other specs have since leaked such as 6GB of memory and dual 64/256GB storage sizes, It's also reported to have a sizeable 3,640mAh battery, While there will be a SIM-card slot (reportedly for 4G, though we reckon it'll be 5G), It's reported there will be a fingerprint reader though. Charging and data connectivity will be via USB-C.
3. Sony PlayStation 5
The Sony PlayStation 5 features an eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU paired with a custom Radeon GPU, giving it 4K rendering capabilities and ray-tracing. The CPU also features a 3D audio unit that will support directional audio similar to Dolby Atmos (or Sony's own 360 Reality Audio), letting games generate sound in front, behind, to the sides, and even above the player (assuming the right speakers/headphones are being used). This will all run through 16GB of GDDR6 memory.
Instead of a hard drive, the PS5 will feature an 825GB SSD. This means games will load much faster than on previous consoles, and support some new features like suspending multiple games at once and what Sony's lead designer Mark Cerny describes instant game startup. The Sony PlayStation 5 will have an optical drive, though a disc-less PlayStation 5 Digital Edition will also be available. The optical-drive-equipped PS5 will specifically have an Ultra HD Blu-ray drive that will be able to play UHD Blu-ray movies in 4K, a feature the PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro lack. The Dual Sense gamepad adds a few tricks as well, starting with a built-in microphone to let you use voice chat without a headset. Sony hasn't revealed the pricing for the PlayStation 5, but the console costs Sony $450 to manufacture.
4. Dyson Hair Straightener
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After a blow-dryer, curling iron, and a hot brush, the straightener was a natural progression for Dyson. The Corrale is also cordless, which is also a nice feature among hair products, especially for traveling. A charged battery will last around 30 minutes. If it takes longer than that to finish your hair you can use it while it's plugged in—no need to wait. The Corrale features the same Intelligent Heat Control technology as the Supersonic hair dryer and Airwrap, which means the temperature is measured 100 times a second via platinum sensor and makes sure it never goes above or below where you've set it. The Corrale has three settings: 330 degrees, 365 degrees, and 410 degrees. Almost every flat iron company claims its product causes less harm to your hair than the others; Dyson's flexing plates and temperature settings should result in fewer passes and fewer passes means less damage.
5. LG indoor gardening appliance
LG indoor gardening appliance
The LG Electronics will launch an indoor gardening appliance at CES® 2020, its first step into the booming indoor gardening movement. The revolutionary built-in column-type LG indoor gardening appliance employs advanced light, temperature and water control, convenient all-in-one seed packages and a growth-monitoring app to help users cultivate nutrient-rich and flavorful greens inside their own homes.
Designed for the millions of consumers of the world who want the peace of mind of knowing where it comes from and what exactly is in their food, the innovative indoor gardening appliance cultivate crisp, fresh herbs and vegetables all year-round, perfect for urban dwellers or anyone interested in pursuing a healthier, greener lifestyle. forced air circulation, LED lights and wick-based water management allow the seeds to transform quickly into ingredients for delicious dishes and recipes. A key component of the automated gardening solution is LG's non-circulating water supply technology, which evenly distributes the exact amount of water that plant packages require. This core technology prevents algae growth and inhibits unpleasant odors for a clean and hygienic environment where safe, natural herbs and leaf vegetables can grow.
6. Xbox Series X
The next Xbox, known as Xbox Project Scarlett, is Xbox Series X, and Microsoft is calling it the "future of gaming". Built around powerful new hardware from AMD, including its new Navi graphics architecture and a Zen 2 CPU, the Series X is designed to minimize load times and get you into games as quickly as possible. The Xbox Series X is the most powerful console ever, powered by AMD's latest Zen 2 and RDNA 2 architectures. It delivers "four times the processing power of an Xbox One", and enables developers to leverage 12 teraflops of GPU processing, aided by variable rate shading (VRS) technology, which should result in more stable frame rates and higher resolutions for games.
There is support for DirectX raytracing, which will mean your games are imbued with "true-to-life lighting, accurate reflections and realistic acoustics in real time". 4K resolution at 60FPS is another welcome addition, with the potential for 120FPS in certain games. That'll result in a smoother, more detailed experience than we've ever had on a console before.
7. Apple Glasses
Apple Glass, Apple's elusive AR lenses project, the Apple AR Glasses will bring information from your phone to your face. Mainly, the eyewear "are suppose to synchronize with a wearer's iPhone to display things such as emails, texts, games and maps over the user's field of vision." Apple also has plans for third-party apps, and is considering a dedicated app store, similar to how you get apps for the Apple TV and Apple Watch. Furthermore, a patent granted to Apple has further fuelled the rumor that Apple Glass won't need prescription lenses as the smartglasses will automatically adjust for people with poor eyesight using an "optical subassembley". However, this patent could be for a standalone smartphone-powered VR headset or a second-generation pair of Apple smartglasses.
The Apple Glasses are currently priced at $499, plus prescription fees. Being an accessory to wear by the user the iPhone will definitely has implications on the Apple Glass design. Though the glasses are not expected to be lightweight as Ray-Ban aviators, they could be comfortable enough and light enough to work as everyday glasses.
8. The Realme Band
The Realme Band
The Realme Band has a sleek, clean design. Its body is made of plastic and has subtle curves, which allow it to fit nicely on your wrist. The smartband comes with detachable straps made of TPU, that are 16mm wide and have an adjustable length of 152-227mm. The TPU straps are soft and feel comfortable. At 20 grams, the Realme Band is very lightweight and it's easy to forget that you are wearing it. Removing the strap from the top reveals the USB-A connector on the main module, which comes in a single gray color. But you get three options for the straps – Black, Green, and Yellow. The main module has a PPG optical heart rate sensor on its back and there's a circular capacitive button below the display that lets you operate the Realme Band.
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A single tap on the button lets you navigate through the menu, which includes heart rate monitor, alarm, daily step count, regulatory details about the Realme Band as well as three of the nine sports modes set by default – Yoga, Cricket and Run. A long-press on the button for two seconds lets you check your daily step count data, manually measure heart rate, turn on the sports modes, and enable/disable alarms. The Realme Band sports a 0.96″ TFT screen of 160×80 pixel resolution, which is capable of displaying 65,000 colors and up to 64 letters on one page. The Realme Band relies on the Realme Link app which is currently only available for Android devices. To control the Realme Band using the app, you need to create an account first. You can sign up either with your mobile phone number or email address.
9. SoulCycle X Varies
SoulCycle X Varies
The normal bike market just got a little bigger. SoulCycle—the fitness community and indoor cycling studio chain is launching its own at-home stationary bike, complete with a streamable and high-res display screen, on-demand classes. The new bike will likely compete with the one offered by Peloton, which has largely dominated the fitness bike market. The company, which is owned by Equinox, will partner with Equinox Media to roll out Variis, a streaming platform for the classes. SoulCycle's at-home bike customers will have early access to the Variis app, on which customers can stream content from other Equinox Group brands, including Equinox, Pure Yoga, Precision Run, Myodetox, and HeadStrong.
There will also be a feature in the app called SoulBeat, which shows a post-ride analysis of the rider's ability to "connect to the music during class" as well as their power and distance measurements. The SoulCycle at-home bike will cost $2,500, plus tax, which includes handling and shipping and five SoulCycle classes. By comparison, Peloton's at-home bike starts at $2,245 for the "basics package," with the on-demand class subscription costing $39 a month.
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Q: ASP.Net GridView doesn't refresh I am relativity new to asp.net programming, so this one has me stumped. I manually created a dataset and set its value to the Datasource of the GridView control and then call the Databind method, but it isn't refreshing. I recreated a simple version of what I am doing so someone can advise me what I am doing wrong. I didn't include the Master file, as I didn't see it as pertainent.
Code for ASP page
<%@ Page Language="vb" MasterPageFile="~/MasterPage.master" AutoEventWireup="false" CodeBehind="Default.aspx.vb" Inherits="TestGridView._Default" %>

        Updating price please stand by.

    <asp:GridView ID="GV1" runat="server" AutoGenerateColumns="false">
    <Columns>
        <asp:BoundField DataField="VendorNumber" HeaderText="Vendor" />
        <asp:BoundField DataField="PartNumber" HeaderText="Part or Sku" />
        <asp:BoundField DataField="Message" HeaderText="Error Message" />
    </Columns>
    </asp:GridView>

<%
    If Not Page.IsPostBack Then
        Response.Write(Me.UpdatePricing())

    End If
%>

Code for Code Behind
Public Class _Default
Inherits System.Web.UI.Page

Public Function UpdatePricing() As String
    Dim showerrors As Boolean = False

    Dim Head As New PnAHead()

    Dim ds As DataSet = Head.GetErrorDataset()

    If (ds.Tables("Errors").Rows.Count > 0) Then
        showerrors = True
    End If

    If showerrors Then
        GV1.DataSource = ds
        GV1.DataBind()
    End If

    Return "Sales Line Number has been updated."
End Function

End Class
Class that creates the Dataset
Public Class PnAHead

Public Function GetErrorDataset() As DataSet
    Dim dstemp = New DataSet()
    Dim tbl As DataTable = dstemp.Tables.Add("Errors")
    Dim col As DataColumn = tbl.Columns.Add("VendorNumber", System.Type.GetType("System.String"))
    col.MaxLength = 20

    col = tbl.Columns.Add("PartNumber", System.Type.GetType("System.String"))
    col.MaxLength = 50

    col = tbl.Columns.Add("Message", System.Type.GetType("System.String"))
    col.MaxLength = 500

    Dim row As DataRow

    row = tbl.NewRow()

    row("VendorNumber") = "Vendor 1"
    row("PartNumber") = "Part Number 1"
    row("Message") = "Message for Part 1"

    tbl.Rows.Add(row)

    row = tbl.NewRow()

    row("VendorNumber") = "Vendor 2"
    row("PartNumber") = "Part Number 2"
    row("Message") = "Message for Part 2"

    tbl.Rows.Add(row)

    Return dstemp
End Function

End Class

A: You need to add your call to update pricing into the Page_Load event. You can also remove the Response.Write().
Protected Sub Page_Load(ByVal sender As Object, ByVal e As System.EventArgs) Handles Me.Load
  If Not Page.IsPostBack Then
      Me.UpdatePricing()
  End If
End Sub

You can do this in the .aspx page by wrapping the Page_Load event in script tags, like this:

Or you can just add the Page_Load event to your code behind, which i think is preferable as you already have a code behind page.

A: Why don't you debug your code and check of the dataset has data or not,u can do this by adding a break point on the row where you set the data source,you can get into the properties of the dataset..and you will find a magnifier icon..click it,,a pop  up window will open showing the set of data retrieved.

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Les Sonderdienst (en français : services spéciaux) étaient les formations paramilitaires nazies créées dans le gouvernement général pendant l'occupation de la Pologne pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Ils étaient basés sur des formations SS similaires appelées Volksdeutscher Selbstschutz, opérant dans le Warthegau, dans la partie occidentale de la Pologne annexée à l'Allemagne en 1939.

Histoire

L'unité Sonderdienst est fondée le  par le Gauleiter Hans Frank, établi dans Cracovie occupée. Initialement, ils étaient constitués de Volksdeutsche de souche allemande qui vivaient en Pologne avant l'invasion. Cependant, après l'opération Barbarossa de 1941, ceux-ci comprenaient également des prisonniers de guerre soviétiques s'étant portés volontaires pour une formation spéciale, tels que les hommes Trawniki déployés sur tous les principaux sites de mise à mort de la solution finale. Beaucoup de ces hommes ne connaissaient pas l'allemand et devaient être traduits par leurs commandants natifs. L'Abteilung Sonderdienst (Département des services spéciaux) était subordonné à la division de sabotage Oberkommando der Wehrmacht du colonel Erwin von Lahousen ( - juillet 1943) et du colonel Wessel Freytag von Loringhoven (juillet 1943 - juin 1944).

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Schutzstaffel
Occupation de la Pologne par l'Allemagne pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale
Histoire de la Pologne
Unité militaire allemande
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Q: Convert to maven project in Eclipse results in an endless loop This is related to my last question
One of the answers suggested that the error wasn't related to the AWS plugin but rather Maven. I used this as a reference to install the Maven plugin. The installation finished fine.
I made a simple Java project called Maven with a single class that outputs "Hello Maven". I then tried to configure the java project into a Maven project by going to configure -> convert to Maven Project. These are my settings for configuring my simple project into a Maven project(all default)

After clicking finish, I get into an endless loop. I've tried restarting Eclipse but that didn't work. This tells me that the issue in my other question was related to Maven. I'am new to Maven. Can someone guide me into the next step for debugging this issue? There's no error output I can look at.


Verizon's announcement of the forthcoming debut of Apple's iPhone on its network this morning was met with a flurry of analyst notes all saying exactly the same thing: 2011 is going to be a very, very strong year for the iPhone.
After all, the CDMA iPhone Apple's built for Verizon promises to expand the company's addressable market domestically and abroad. The device isn't exclusive to Verizon, which means Apple's almost certainly going to pursue additional partnerships with CDMA carries in other parts of the world– China Telecom and SK Telecom, for example.
"We see this as the single biggest lever Apple has to pull in calendar 2011," said Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster, who raised his iPhone unit estimates by 2.5 million because of the Verizon deal.
At Standard & Poor's, Clyde Montevirgen wrote that the deal more than doubles Apple's U.S. market opportunity and said he expects incremental unit sales of 7 million via Verizon in calendar 2011.


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title: Kamus Bahasa Aceh for Android
date: 2014-04-16 11:08:00 +07:00
nohibah: 253
nama: Adityo Sumantri
lokasi: Aceh
organisasi: NA
judul: Kamus Bahasa Aceh for Android
lama: 10 Bulan
target: Masyarakat umum yang ingin belajar Bahasa Aceh.
keberhasilan: |-
  1. Banyaknya masyarakat yang menggunakan aplikasi ini sebagai alat bantu dalam berkomunikasi.
  2. Jumlah download aplikasi lebih dari 300 download/bulan.
tipe: Aplikasi berbasis Android yang digunakan sebagai kamus yang dilengkapi dengan
  audio.
strategi: |-
  Mempublikasikan aplikasi via internet dan
  mendemonstrasikan langsung ke masyarakat. Aplikasi ini berbasis Android yang dapat diakses oleh pengguna, karena selain terjemahan aplikasi ini juga memberikan keluaran audio sebagai pengucapan yang benar dari yang ditampilkan aplikasi.
kuantitas: NA
dana: Rp. 48 Juta
deskripsi: |-
  Bahasa Aceh merupakan bahasa yang umum digunakan oleh masyarakat Aceh, baik anak-anak hingga orang dewasa. Bahasa Aceh bukan bahasa formal yang digunakan di Aceh, namun bahasa ini sudah menjadi media komunikasi yang digunakan oleh masyarakat Aceh. Dan akan menjadi sebuah kesulitan sendiri bagi masyarakat yang bukan berasal dari Aceh.
  Kamus Bahasa Aceh for Android merupakan aplikasi berbasis Android yang ditujukan bagi masyarakat yang ingin belajar bahasa Aceh, terutama bagi masyarakat yang berasal dari luar Aceh.
  Pada setiap kata yang terdapat diaplikasi ini akan dilengkapi juga dengan audio, sehingga pengguna dapat mendengar dan mengucapkan kembali kata tersebut dengan benar. Diharapkan aplikasi ini dapat digunakan oleh semua masyarakat yang ingin belajar bahasa Aceh dan ikut berpartisipasi melestarikan kebudayaan Aceh itu sendiri.
masalah: Melestarikan kebudayaan Aceh, khususnya bahasa Aceh.
solusi: Memanfaatkan aplikasi Bahasa Aceh for Android ini yang dilengkapi dengan audio
  agar pengguna dapat mendengar dan mengucapkan kembali kata tersebut dengan baik,
  terutama bagi masyarakat yang baru mulai belajar bahasa Aceh. Diharapkan bagi masyarakat
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M odern people are aiming for clean and renewable energy as it is not only convenient and cost-effective but because it is Eco-friendly as well. Considering the state of our planet, it is important to try our best and participate in preserving it until it is too late. Portable solar kits have pretty much taken the market by storm as they present the ultimate source of energy.
They are portable, just like the name says, they come in handy for on-the-spot charging when there is an emergency, and they are no hassle to work with. Find out what are our top 5 picks, what makes them so great in the first place, and other interesting facts and notions about solar power from our detailed article.
Whether you want to go camping yet still be prepared if your phone runs out of battery, or you know that you are going to be on the road a lot, and you want to be safe and have a power source in any situation where you might need it, this is the system to go for. It is available in 3 sizes, a 40W model, an 80W model, and the 120W model that we are going to talk about in this review. It is a folding solar module that grants versatility in use, providing a convenient charging solution when you are on the go. It features Anderson-style connectors that allow a quick interchange between accessories to suit your specific needs at that moment.
When it is folded, it measures 32.5 inches by 19.9 inches by 2.8 inches, and when it is opened, it measures 32.5 inches by 39.8 inches by 1.4 inches. Its total weight is 33 pounds, so you won't have any trouble moving it when needed. It is rated at 120 watts power, while the rated current is 6.7A, and the rated voltage is 18V.
This 120-watt panel sets up in a matter of minutes – all you have to do is unfold it, and connect the clamps to the battery. One of its most convenient features is precisely the fact that it can be folded down to a smaller size that makes it easy to transport. It features a built-in PWM solar controller, and it is 100% maintenance-free, which means that you won't waste any time caring for it.
12 feet of UV 12/2 cable.
It is accompanied by a 25-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, so you can rest assured knowing that you won't pay for repairs or replacements in this period of time. However, this agreement is nullified if the defects that appear are a result of misuse, abuse, an accident, or neglect, so you have to be careful when using it.
Durable, dependable, and providing you with enough power to charge your laptop or whatever other device you use when you are on the go, this is the perfect travel companion for any modern person who wants an energy efficient and Eco-friendly manner to keep tech belongings charged and ready to use.
The second entry in our top comes from Go Power! yet again. When it comes to most aspects, especially in the features and accessories department, it is identical to the GP-PSK-120 model that ranked number one. But this does not mean that there are no differences in performance and design between the two models.
Measuring 21.6" by 39.6" by 1.4" when opened, and weighing only 19.8 pounds, it is a versatile system to own as it is highly portable. The output power it boasts is a little under 100W, 80W to be more precise, meaning that it is slower at charging batteries and devices than the 120 model from Go Power! is. Nonetheless, it is an option worth taking into consideration for those who plan on backpacking and taking it with them.
As it folds to make transport easier and provides with enough power to charge any device you have with you, this system is one of our top recommendations. Furthermore, the fact that it is designed to withstand any type of weather makes it all the more appealing.
Another dependable and highly sought-after product is the 105W from ACOPOWER. The monocrystalline photovoltaic panels that it comes with boast high conversion efficiency. This suitcase system is the ideal companion for when you are away from home and you want to be capable of charging electronics. Highly durable and easy to use, it is perfect for those are new to solar power.
It increases efficiency by up to 25% more than other foldable solar panels. Thus, it is one of the top choices that you could go with. Unfortunately, there is a major downside to this product – the short warranty. The manufacturer only backs it up during the first year after purchase, which is a lot less than what other products offer.
A suitcase kit you will like using as it is easy to setup and a cinch to transport, it had to make it in our top. What makes it even more appealing is the fact that it comes at a reasonable, affordable price, and is widely regarded as being one of the most efficient power systems on the market right now.
This entry from Renogy does not only boast an incredibly compact design that makes it versatile and convenient to work with, but it offers a great output of approximately 500 watts per day when sunlight availability is at its strongest point. Thus, it is undoubtedly a reliable option for charging depleted batteries.
One of its major highlights is the built-in 4-stage charging controller that reduces any type of risks that might appear as it protects against overcharging. Even though it is ideal for it to sit in sunlight to receive its power, it performs excellently when there are poor lighting conditions as well. Additionally, the stand that it comes with is made of corrosion resistant aluminum, so there is no point to worrying about durability.
With the capability to output as much as 500 watts per day, it comes as no wonder that the Renogy ranked so high. It even performs well under poor lighting conditions, and it is reasonably priced when compared to most entries in this niche, so there are basically no real downsides to making this purchase.
This ready-to-use system is the ultimate choice to go with if you are looking for a portable charging solution. For business persons and those who travel often, it is a must-have as it allows a convenient, quick, and easy charging method for their car batteries, laptops, and all types of electronics.
The materials that it is made with and the overall design make it resistant to humidity and corrosion. Additionally, the manufacturing company backs it with a 25-year warranty that ensures you won't be making an investment that will fail you too soon. This warranty combined with the product's reasonable price makes it a worthwhile purchase for sure.
Backed by a 25-year warranty and able to effortlessly charge any device you own, the Eco-Worthy is one of the best options you could go for. Additionally, it comes at a cheap price, and it is waterproof rated IP22, so there is no need to think about safety aspects when the rain starts to fall.
What makes this solar panel quite unique is the fact that it boasts a bendable design, being curvable to 30 degrees, in addition to its light weight and compact size this trait making it the perfect portable energy solution. Furthermore, the fact that it can arch makes it a perfect choice for placement on irregular surfaces that are more pretentious.
As it is water resistant, you need not worry about bad weather affecting it in any way. It boasts a 50 PSF resistance to air and a 113 PSF resistance to snow. The optimal power of the panel is 100 watts, and it is applicable for cars, trucks, boats, RVs, trailers, and other means of transportation. It weighs only 4.7 pounds, and it measures 41 inches by 21 inches by 0.09 inches. In addition, the manufacturing company backs it with an 18-month warranty against defects.
Even though it is compact and lightweight, this panel is a real force to be reckoned with as it packs an impressive 100 watts of power. There are a plethora of reasons to why it is the best-selling product in its market, traits and specs which make us recommend it to anyone interested in having an Eco-friendly power source at their disposal at all times.
As it can be folded into a suitcase for more convenient transportation, it comes as no surprise that this HQST entry has reached our roster. It measures 20 inches by 27.3 inches by 3.1 inches when folded, so it won't take up much space either. When unfolded, it measures 40 inches by 27.3 inches by 1.5 inches. Furthermore, considering that it isn't heavy at all, weighing only 21.75 pounds, you will have an even easier time setting it up.
It can operate in temperatures ranging from -25 to 55 degrees Celsius, so you can rely on it in most weather conditions. The panels are waterproof, which means that even a light summer rain session won't affect it. The controller it comes with features a 10-foot wire. It features 36 cells per panel and it automatically accounts for temperature compensation to ensure accuracy in charging.
Convenient to carry as it folds into a lightweight suitcase that is compact, the HQST provides you with an Eco-friendly way to charge devices when you are on the go.
With tech advancements in a continual upward spiral as people modernize and feel the need to simplify their lives, the popularity of mobile systems was easy to foresee. Unlike regular solar power systems that do not come with the added benefit of being by your side when you are on the go and in need to charge your laptop or car battery, portable systems offer this superior convenience in use.
These systems differ from each other though, and the spec you must pay attention to when making the purchase is wattage. A low-wattage system like the Renogy Pheonix is designed for use in situations where you need to maintain battery power for electronics like your smartphone or laptop. On the other hand, a high-wattage system like the Go Power! GP-PSK-120, for instance, is intended for emergency situations. Thus, not only will they charge the battery of your phone or laptop, but you can use them for recharging the car battery as well.
Basically, with these kits you are not limited when it comes to using it, and you can use it for its recharging capabilities regardless of your location. When you are stranded in the middle of nowhere and the car battery runs out of juice, it delivers the easy and fast fix to your situation so that you do not have to call professional help to get out of the messy situation.
Investigating the market and reading spec sheets is not enough to establish a product's quality. This is the reason why we passed our top picks through first-hand testing. This way, we are ensured of the fact that the information we provide is actually accurate and that we are not accidentally deceiving you. But let's stop wasting time and move on to see what are the tests we performed and what we found out when they ended.
Simultaneous charging of multiple devices: All of the power systems we feature in our top deliver this capability as they all have capacities of over 10 watts. To test their performance when charging multiple devices, we concomitantly charged two external batteries. After performing the test on all power kits, we concluded that there is a slight decrease in efficiency when two devices are plugged in simultaneously. However, this decrease differed greatly between them. The Go Power! GP-PSK-120 and the Eco-Worthy AM-L02FM120H-1 scored better as they both have a 120-watt output power.
Cell phone charging: Undoubtedly, one of the main reasons why you plan on buying the system is to charge the battery of your cell phone. After all, it is the one modern device that people these days simply cannot seem to stay away from not even for 5 minutes. Thus, we had to test each solar panel on its capabilities to charge smartphones. What we found is that all of the solar panels can deliver a sufficient charge after only 10 minutes. For a full charge, depending on whether the phone is used throughout the process or not, it takes longer to finish and see 100% next to the battery symbol on the smart device's screen.
Portability: The whole point of the mobile system is that it has to be compact and lightweight to make it easy for you to transport it with your vehicle, store it, and so on. The test performed on all 5 systems delivered the same outcome – they are all mobile and lightweight. Thus, regardless of why you intend on purchasing any of them, you do not have to fear that the portability aspect won't be as great as promised by the manufacturing company.
Interruption recovery: In a lot of areas, a perfect sunny day is elusive. This is why we had to test for charging interruption recovery. Fortunately, all of the panel kits that we rank as being the best do not only deliver a good performance in optimal sunlight conditions, but when it is a bit darker as well. But there is a model that tested better than others when it came to this aspect, more precisely our pick for the number one spot, the Go Power! GP-PSK-120.
It's more than obvious that you dread at the simple thought of making a pointless purchase. After all, who wants to spend money on an item that they either don't use or realize that it doesn't perform as promised when you test it. Instead of having a heavy heart about buying a portable solar power kit, read the following reasons why you should make the investment. These advantages will surely convince you of the usefulness of making the purchase so that you won't have any doubts regarding your decision.
Emergency power solution: As there is no fuel or electricity needed for this system, just power that it draws from sunlight, it comes in handy during emergency situations. When you're stranded in the middle of nowhere and you need to charge your car's battery, or you're traveling and you want to have the possibility of charging your phone's or laptop's battery without having to stop at a restaurant to use the power outlet, it's the ideal solution to have at your disposal.
Less dependency on conventional power sources: You won't always have a conventional energy source at your disposal, that's for sure. If your workplace gets you traveling all over the country or world, it's more than obvious that you'll need this charging solution. The same goes for those who like to travel by car. Instead of panicking that you don't have a power outlet in your near proximity, you can simply rely on the portable system to provide the charging power you need.
Clean and renewable energy source: One thing's for sure, more precisely that sunlight is at the top of the food chain when it comes to power sources as it boasts 3 amazing characteristics – it's free, clean, and renewable. As the portable system relies on sunlight to draw its power, you're using the most Eco-friendly, effective, and efficient method of charging batteries and electronics.
Convenience of portability: By far the most obvious advantage that the system brings is its portability. Don't think about it as being lightweight and compact like your phone is, for example, as there's a difference in design between these two items. However, it's portable in the sense that it doesn't weigh all that much, and it can be easily stored in the vehicle when you travel as it doesn't occupy much space.
Cost-efficient: No one likes spending money on bills, but it's something that we have to deal with. Even in the comfort of your own home, this system comes in handy as it allows an electricity-free way of charging various electronics. Thus, you don't have to rely on power outlets that draw energy and add to the bills but rather rely on sunlight that's completely free.
Possibility to later use stored energy: Another advantage worth mentioning is the fact that the energy stored in the portable solar system can be used later. This means that if you need the system to charge a battery at night, there's no need to worry about the absence of sunlight as there's probably enough energy stored for the task to unfold.
?Is there any advantage to monocrystalline panels?
Yes, monocrystalline panels, as opposed to polycrystalline panels, deliver a higher current output rating. Thus, their performance exceeds that of poly models. For this reason, we had to make sure to pick only solar panels with monocrystalline cells.
?What is the importance of the output power rating?
It is important to pay attention to this specification – the solar panel's wattage – as it shows how quick the system will handle charging batteries and devices.
?Is it possible to take it with me when backpacking?
As long as it does not weight more than 20 pounds, you should face no difficulties or feel any discomfort when carrying it in your backpack. Although these systems are mobile, they are not all easy to carry as they do boast a considerable amount of weight – usually from 5 to 35 pounds.
For on-the-spot charging, those who find themselves on the road often are in need of a mobile charging solution, which most conveniently comes in the form of an easily portable solar power kit. As you are already aware by this point, the Go Power! GP-PSK-120 is the leading solution in terms of mobile Eco charging. It weighs only 33 pounds, so it is not difficult to transport it, it utilizes pulse width modulation charging for maximum efficiency, and the maximum wattage it accepts is 160 watts. Furthermore, it folds into a carrying case, an aspect which further enhances its portability, and it provides you with multiple charging connectivity options.
The Renogy KIT-STCS100D is a more advantageous acquisition as it comes at a cheaper price, all without sacrificing much in terms of performance quality. As with most high-end power systems, it utilizes the pulse width modulation charging system, but what makes it special is the fact that it features a temperature sensor which maximizes its lifespan. Thus, you are sure to enjoy a long-lasting investment if you follow through with the purchase.


Examination of Risk and Concerns With Essure Birth Control. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on February 29, 2016 that there would be examination of risks and concerns connected with the permanent birth control device, Essure.
Bayer, the manufacturer of Essure birth control, has been ordered by the FDA to conduct a clinical study to investigate complications and real-world side effects of the controversial birth control device.
The FDA also plans to require a warning, the strongest type of FDA warning, on Essure's label. The black box would list reported adverse events, including insertion and removal procedures, told a news release on the agency's website.
A "Patient Decision Checklist" has also been proposed by the FDA enumerating benefits and risks of Essure empowering the user with a more complete understanding when examining their options. The checklist will include a "confirmation" test to be conducted three months after implantation of the Essure device to confirm that the device has been properly placed.
The FDA notes that some women may experience serious complication with Essure. These include persistent pain, migration of the device causing perforation of the uterus or fallopian tubes, abnormal bleeding, and allergy or hypersensitivity reactions.
Dr. William Maisel, deputy director for science and chief scientist at the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health said, "The actions we are taking today will encourage conversations between women and their doctors to help patients make more informed decisions about whether or not Essure is right for them.
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On Tuesday 23rd February, Year 5&6 girls were invited to Moira House in Eastbourne for a Textile Workshop.
It was such a glorious day and the journey down to the coast was very pretty.
Using the work of textiles artist Michael Brennand-Wood for inspiration, the girls set to work colouring, threading, cutting and sewing. They each created the 'shooting stars' that you can see in the pictures and, although everyone was working on exactly the same project, every one was completely unique.
Sewing machines were a first for some of the girls and all of them created some lovely stitching on their bright and elaborately designed creations.


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[/b][/color]Making quality education accessible to all children. For the past decade, Givology has partnered with communities and organizations to fulfill this mission. Through this process, Givology has had to navigate through various education systems and unique conditions around the world. Learning about the characteristics of different education systems allows us to recognize the variety of measures needed to improve education throughout the world.
India is home to 1.3 billion people, approximately 40 percent of whom are below the age of 18; In 2009, the Parliament of India passed the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act or Right to Education Act, which stressed the importance for children between the ages of 6 and 14 to attend school. When this act came into operation, India became one of 135 other countries that recognized education as a fundamental human right. However, although attendance is mandatory, it is not always enforced, leading to a large portion of youth not attending school on a regular basis.
[color=#0099ff][b]Public vs Private
[/b][/color] Like other nations around the world, India has a rapidly growing private school system, with approximately 30% of students between the ages of 6 and 14 receiving education in a private school. Private schools are especially popular in urban areas, where there is a greater population of middle-class families and those who can afford a private school education. Most private schools are based on English medium instruction, but the state language, Hindi, is a mandatory subject for students. [b][color=#00cc00]The preference for many families in India towards private school largely deals with better funding and higher standards[/color][color=#00cc33].[/color][/b] The tuition for most public schools also includes extra-curricular activities and access to school-sponsored events such as science fairs, drama performances, and talent shows.
The majority of school-aged children attend government schools, which are run by the state and local governments, and sometimes the central government. Administrative and budgetary issues are common in public schools and therefore result in high-class sizes, poor facilities, and insufficient resources. In terms of curriculum, the central government has made efforts to standardize subjects across India; however, it remains difficult for public schools to operate at the same level as private schools, without equal funding.
[color=#0099ff][b]Literacy Statistics
[/b][/color]According to the 2011 government census, the literacy rate in India was 74 percent, a 9.2 percent increase from 2001. The world average literacy rate is 86 percent among adults, as claimed by a 2015 UNESCO report. In India, greater concern has been attributed to the large disparity in literacy rates between males and females; [color=#00cc00][b]in 2011, it was reported that 81 percent of males were literate, compared to only 64 percent of females.[/b] [/color]
The state with the highest literacy in India is Kerala, with a 94 percent literate population. This has been achieved by several actions taken by the state government since the early 1980s, including improving access for rural residents to schools. Several central government efforts over the past forty years have attempted to increase literacy rates through concentrated efforts to make schools more accessible. One example is Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, Hindi for Total Literacy Campaign, which was launched in 2001 with the aim of ensuring children in the 6-14 age group receive a complete eight-year education.
[color=#0099ff][b]Assessments of Quality
[/b][/color]The quality of education in India has been discussed extensively, specifically in public schools. [b][color=#00cc00]One of the main reasons for poor quality is high rates of teacher absences every day, sometimes up to 25 percent.[/color][/b] This leads to a high student to teacher ratio, making it difficult for any individual student attention. India has not participated in standardized worldwide assessments such as PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment), so it is difficult to gain a comprehensive understanding of the quality of education in India.
Though the current assessment of public schools in India is not exemplary, government leaders are optimistic that more children will have access to better quality education in the years to come. Givology has collaborated with its partners in India to ensure education remains a fundamental human right for all children across India.
[color=#0099ff][b]Our Partners in India:
[/b]Interested in learning more about our partners? Click each name for more information:
[/color][b][url=https://www.givology.org/~aaap/][color=#00cc00]Apne Aap[/color][/url][/b]
As a grassroots Indian organization, Apne Aap empowers women and girls to end sex traffiking by helping them access resources, and stop the spread of traffiking within their communities.
[url=https://www.givology.org/~aindia/][b][color=#00cc00]Aid India (Eureka Child)[/color][/b]
[/url]Aid India works with villages in the state of Tamilnadu to aid families in education, health, and reconstructing homes. Through their after-school Eureka centers, tutors are trained to give students individual attention in Tamil, Math, and English.
[url=https://www.givology.org/~nefoundation/][b][color=#00cc00]Numabhai Education Foundation[/color][/b]
[/url]The Numabhai Education Foundation has created a cost-effective model to assist and improve government funded schools, which often reach the poorest students in India. Since its founding in 2004, the NEF has assisted over 500 students around India to obtain advanced education, and continue their studies abroad.
[b]Sources:[/b]
https://www.britishcouncil.in/sites/default/files/indian_school_education_system_-_an_overview_1.pdf
http://web.worldbank.org/archive/website01291/WEB/0__CO-14.HTM
https://wenr.wes.org/2018/09/education-in-india
http://censusindia.gov.in/Census_And_You/literacy_and_level_of_education.aspx


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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Two witnesses told police that a man shot by an off-duty North Carolina deputy jumped onto the hood of the deputy's truck, videos released Friday show.
At the end of the video, a man identifies himself as Walker's father.
"That's my son, he's my son," the man says.
In response to a question from the officer, the father says he doesn't know if his son has any mental health issues.
In a third, nearly three-minute-long video, a woman who identifies herself as trauma nurse Elizabeth Ricks says she treated Walker at the scene. Ricks acknowledges that she "didn't see it all happen," but adds, referring to Walker, "I didn't see him pose a threat."
"He didn't have anything on him, or anything like that," Ricks says. "I don't know if he was mentally unwell or anything."
"He was supposed to be trained to protect and serve life, not to take life," Crump said of Hash. "He was supposed to be trained to deescalate situations, not escalate situations. And so, what was it about that training that didn't apply on that particular day?"
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Business & economics, Politics & society, Research
GOP's 2017 tax plan came down hardest on California, researchers say
By John Hickey| April 24, 2019 April 24, 2019
April 24, 2019 April 24, 2019 John Hickey
The tax plan pushed through by Republicans in 2017 has had a particularly harsh impact on California.
When the Republican Party rammed through tax changes in 2017, it wasn't a surprise that the rich got richer.
But in a just-published paper by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, UC Berkeley economist Alan Auerbach and seven co-authors have uncovered eye-opening results of that hurried blitz, namely: red state rich did better than blue state rich.
The Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) rewrote how corporate and personal federal income taxation would be calculated, including limiting SALT (state and local property, income and sales taxes) deductibility to $10,000.
States with high SALT tend to vote Democratic. And the state that got hit hardest of all is one of the bluest, California. Nowhere are there more state and local taxes than California, although New York and New Jersey were hit, too.
"It was targeted that way; it was intentional; it was no surprise," Auerbach says. "For a long time, people on the right have argued that having deductions for state and local taxes encourages state and local governments to spend more money.
"If California spent more, then California taxes would go up and those taxes could be deducted from the federal income tax. They saw that as the federal government supporting the California government. And for a conservative who doesn't like government spending, that idea is painful."
Alan Auerbach
The research paper ranked all 50 states and the District of Columbia in terms of how much wealth local households stood to gain from the income tax cuts in the new law.
The analysis found that Californians could expect to benefit the least from the tax bill in terms of lifetime benefits the law provides, assuming the personal income tax provisions that are currently set to expire in 2025 are made permanent.
The study determined that California households will, on average, get a 0.9 percent increase in spending while at the other end of the spectrum, Wyoming households have a projected gain of 2.1 percent. The 10 states doing the least well in this category were all blue states.
Auerbach says changes to the tax law and a modification to how withholding taxes were made led to many people who were used to getting money back either getting much less or actually paying when their 2018 taxes were calculated.
"They (the tax law writers) wanted to show people more money in their paychecks," Auerbach says. "They wanted the tax plan to have an immediate benefit. At the same time, they could have phased in the SALT provisions, but they didn't, the reason being they needed that immediate revenue while they were cutting taxes all over the place."
Will the results of the tax law be a factor in the 2020 elections? Auerbach says the research doesn't lead to an immediate conclusion.
"There is a sense among Democratic (presidential) candidates that this has been an administration for the rich," he says. "Percentage wise maybe it hasn't helped the rich that much more than the poor, but if you get a 2 percent saving on $1 million, that means $20,000. If you have $10,000, then you just have $200."
The research put in by Auerbach and David Altig, research director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Patrick Higgins, a policy director of the Fed in Atlanta, Boston University's Laurence Kotlikoff and Victor Ye and Darryl Koehler, Michael Leiseca and Ellyn Terry of the National Bureau of Economic Research, supports the Republican assertion that the average taxpayer across the country will benefit at least a little financially from the plan, which reduced the top marginal tax rate, doubled the standard deduction and raised the threshold for the Alternative Minimum Tax.
But the research underscores the unevenness with which the law impacts taxpayers across the country. The primary reason, the authors say, is the $10,000 cap placed on SALT deductions. The report says that without the cap, households in blue states would have gained more wealth, on average, than their red state counterparts.
Figures from the California Franchise Tax Board say that about 2.6 million Californians deducted more than $10,000 in state at local taxes in 2015. Of that group, about 1 million will owe more taxes, about $12 billion worth, in 2018. Of that, about $9 billion will be paid by Californians making in excess of $1 million.
"It's hard to answer the question as to what were they thinking," Auerbach says of the hurried legislation. "In six weeks, there were no public hearings. Often with bills like this there are long documents listing the reasons for the changes. This time, there was none of that.
"What limited analysis they did do was for high incomes against low incomes nationally. There wasn't much discussion of the impact in different states. Now that we have this analysis, we can see what's happened."
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Brzoza brodawkowata, brzoza zwisła (Betula pendula Roth) – gatunek drzewa z rodziny brzozowatych (Betulaceae Gray). Wymieniana też pod nazwami: brzoza gruczołowata, brzezina, brzoza biała. Występuje w chłodniejszych rejonach Azji i Europy oraz w Afryce Północnej (Maroko), rozprzestrzenia się też w innych rejonach i jest uprawiana w wielu krajach świata. W Polsce jest pospolita na całym niżu i w niższych położeniach górskich.

Morfologia
 Pokrój Osiąga do 30 m wysokości. Korona jest silnie rozwinięta, u starszych drzew rzadka, z długimi, cienkimi i zwisającymi z konarów gałązkami.
 Pień Kora młodych drzew jest pomarańczowoczerwona, lecz z czasem staje się biała, a u starszych drzew czarna u nasady. Łuszczy się okrężnie. Młode gałązki są ciemne, nieowłosione, pokryte gruczołami. Pączki są nagie, lepkie, u nasady rozszerzone, na wierzchołku zaostrzone.
 Liście Ciemnozielone na powierzchni górnej, a na dolnej jaśniejsze, zielonawoszare. Posiadają charakterystyczne, gęste, siateczkowate unerwienie. Nerwy są lekko brunatne lub prawie białe. Liście o długości 3–7 cm i 2–5 cm szerokości oraz długim ogonku. Blaszka liściowa ma brzeg podwójnie ząbkowany. Jest trójkątna lub romboidalna i o nasadzie szeroko klinowatej bądź ściętej. Nasada po każdej stronie jest lekko zaokrąglona lub niezaokrąglona a szczyt długi i ostro zakończony. Młode liście są lepkie i słabo owłosione, szybko stają się całkiem nagie. Ogonek liściowy jest nagi i ma do 3 cm długości.
 Kwiaty Kwiaty zebrane w kwiatostany zwane kotkami. Kwiaty męskie, mające postać kotków, występują na końcach starszych pędów, żeńskie natomiast na końcach młodszych krótkopędów. Są podobne do kotek brzozy omszonej.
 Owoce Orzeszki podłużnie eliptyczne ze skrzydełkami 2-3 razy szerszymi od orzeszków. Łuski owocowe są trójklapowe. Klapki boczne, dłuższe od środkowej, są odgięte w dół.

Biologia i ekologia
Megafanerofit, żyje ok. 100 lat. Kwitnie w kwietniu, o około 10 dni wcześniej niż brzoza omszona. Jest wiatropylna, a jej lekkie nasiona zaopatrzone w skrzydełka rozsiewane są przez wiatr często na duże odległości, dlatego też brzoza jest jednym z pierwszych gatunków drzew zarastających nieużytki (gatunek pionierski). Występuje na suchych, piaszczystych terenach, na nieużytkach, w lasach liściastych, borach mieszanych i sosnowych, w zaroślach i na zrębach, wzdłuż szlaków kolejowych. Jest także ważnym drzewem leśnym. W klasyfikacji zbiorowisk roślinnych gatunek wyróżniający dla związku (All.) Sambuco-Salicion. Liczba chromosomów 2n = 28.

Brzozą opisaną jako najstarsza w Polsce był w 1992 roku okaz rosnący w Gdańsku Oliwie – miał wówczas 171 lat, przy obwodzie pnia 321 cm i wysokości 26 m. W konkursie Przeglądu Leśniczego na najgrubsze drzewo Lasów Państwowych wśród brzóz wygrało drzewo z okolicy miejscowości Solno w województwie warmińsko-mazurskim. Ma ono 295 cm obwodu i 26 metrów wysokości.

Systematyka i zmienność
 Ujęcia taksonomiczne
Według niektórych ujęć taksonomicznych do tego gatunku zalicza się formę o bardzo ciemnej korze (drzewa pozbawione betuliny), dawniej uważaną za osobny gatunek – brzoza czarna Betula obscura Kotula. Status brzozy ciemnej jako odmiany brzozy brodawkowatej potwierdzają analizy molekularne.

Według nowszych ujęć taksonomicznych brzoza ojcowska (Betula pendula Roth var. oycoviensis (Besser) Dippel) jest odmianą brzozy brodawkowatej.

Osobliwą formą brzozy brodawkowatej jest brzoza płomienna (płomienista), której wysuszone konary mają kolor jasnoróżowy, podobny do płomieni. W Polsce występuje na dwóch stanowiskach: w Wolińskim Parku Narodowym oraz w okolicach Stargardu. Inna odmiana, brzoza karelska (Betula pendula var. carelica), wyróżnia się drewnem z obrzękami i przed wykonaniem analiz molekularnych była przez niektórych uważana za mieszańca z brzozą omszoną.

 Zmienność
W obrębie tego gatunku wyróżniono dwie odmiany:
 Betula pendula var. fontqueri (Rothm.) G.Moreno & Peinado
 Betula pendula var. oycowiensis (Besser) Dippel – brzoza ojcowska

Ponadto tworzy mieszańce z brzozą karłowatą, b. niską, b. omszoną, b. ojcowską.

 Odmiany uprawne

 'Birkalensis' – liście są powcinane, jednak nie tak mocno jak u odmiany 'Laciniata'.
 'Fastigiata' – gałęzie unoszą się do góry i są poskręcane. Młode pędy są zwisające. Korona jest wąska i zaokrąglona.
 'Golden Cloud' – liście mają żółty odcień.
 'Laciniata' (często błędnie identyfikowana jako 'Dalecarlica') – ma głęboko powcinane liście i płaczące gałęzie. Korona jest kształtna.
 'Obelisk' – pokrój jest podobny do odmiany 'Fastigiata'. Gałęzie unoszą się do góry, lecz młode pędy nie są zwisające. Korona jest wąska i zaokrąglona.
 'Purpurea' – liście są purpurowe i matowe. Posiada rzadkie ulistnienie.
 'Tristis' – posiada gładką korę o białej barwie. Gałązki zwisające.
 'Youngii' – pędy zwisają z miejsca szczepienia. Bardzo niskie drzewo.

Zastosowanie

Roślina lecznicza
 Surowiec zielarski Liść brzozy (Betulae folium) – całe lub połamane liście brzozy brodawkowatej i brzozy omszonej, oraz ich mieszańców. Surowiec powinien zawierać nie mniej niż 1,5% flawonoidów w przeliczeniu na hiperozyd. Zawiera ponadto do 3,2% saponin, kwasy organiczne, żywice, do 9% garbników katechinowych, sole mineralne, olejek eteryczny i związki trójterpenowe (folientriol, folientetraol). W młodych liściach i pączkach znajduje się więcej olejków eterycznych. Surowcem zielarskim może także być kora brzozowa Cortex Betulae będąca źródłem betuliny stosowanej w leczeniu trądziku.
 Działanie i zastosowanie Działa moczopędnie, odtruwająco i wzmacniająco. Jest stosowany przy kamicy nerkowej, przy obrzękach na tle krążeniowym, jako środek na porost włosów, a w medycynie ludowej – do wybielania skóry i przeciw piegom. W przewlekłych chorobach dróg moczowych, niewydolności nerek, przy gośćcu i przy łuszczycy stosuje się napar z liści, które zawierają szereg czynnych substancji, m.in. flawonoidy, garbniki, sole mineralne i związki żywiczne. Można nim przemywać też suchą i łuszczącą się skórę.
 Zbiór i suszenie Liście zrywa się młode, gdy są jeszcze lepkie i suszy w warunkach naturalnych w cieniu. Po wysuszeniu liście mają słaby, przyjemny zapach i gorzkawy, ściągający smak. Korę zbiera się wiosną z młodych, ściętych pni i gałązek, zdziera się elastyczną białą część zewnętrzną. Pączki pozyskuje się wczesną wiosną, gdy są dobrze nabrzmiałe, z drzew ściętych w czasie czyszczeń, i suszy w temperaturze 25 – 30 °C. Wysuszone pączki są lepkie, na przekroju jasnozielone, o silnym balsamicznym zapachu i gorzkawym smaku.

Roślina ozdobna
Chętnie sadzona w parkach i ogrodach jako roślina ozdobna.

Surowiec drzewny
Drewno białe z żółtym lub lekko różowawym odcieniem, bez twardzieli, trudno łupliwe, średniotwarde. Robi się z niego meble, sklejkę i drobne przedmioty. Jest przetwarzane podczas suchej destylacji na węgiel, kwas octowy, alkohol metylowy i smołę.

Przypisy

Brzozowate
Drzewa i krzewy ozdobne
Rośliny lecznicze


July 10, 2013 in "art moment", "close-ups", "nature", "photographs", "the prettiest place in the world", "the writing life", "things that are not what they appear to be", "travels"
Recently, I've been exploring the Gros Ventre region, which is full of pleasurable place names such as the Red and Lavender Hills, and is also the home of the most charming backcountry cabin I've ever encountered. Set betwixt a ridge and a burbling creek at the end of a scenic little dale, its outside was so perfect that I thought it might still be in use by the occasional Forest Service ranger. However, on closer examination, I found the cabin actually split in two and long-abandoned, even though its front windows still wavered with their original glass. In one side sat a 1940's era stove, and on the other, a built-in shelf and table. As to its owner, an hour of feverish internet research produced nothing, though I did uncover a snooty entry from an evaluator criticizing another Gros Ventre cabin's entry in the National Register of Historic Places. Historian snobbery, alive and well.
). Two years later, part of the dam gave way, flooding the nearby town of Kelly almost out of existence. Because of its devastation in the flood, Jackson stepped forward to become of the county seat of Teton County.
Evidence of the slide has not dissipated in the ninety odd years since it happened. Huge boulder fields and drowned trees rising eerily from the lake still attest to this past natural violence. Primarily composed of sedimentary Tensleep Sandstone, the rocks and boulders ejected from the mountainside have sometimes an orangish hue and are speckled with bright splotches of many-colored lichen. In my head, I've begun calling it Klimt Stone because this reminds me of Klimt's metallic, speckled, and variegated paint textures.
Burnt trees also lend themselves well to being re-interpreted and morphed into looming, portentous signifiers. The following was on an unnamed ridge (at least, unknown to me) bordering Granite Creek, which is south of Jackson. Against bluer-than-blue skies, the carbonized skin glitters--a stalk of coal.
with trumpets and garlands. The cherubim don't work for free in Wyoming, however. I've seen plenty of rare animals, including a wolverine (!), but so far, no swirling celestial babies. I'll keep you posted.
in landscape imparts a reverence for all that hallows, communicates, and beautifies experience. The one is essential to the other.


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Q: Prevent mac from going to sleep immediately after the closing lid Everything I can find on this subject prevents your Mac from going to sleep until you specify when you want it to go to sleep. Sometimes I close the lid of my laptop then realize I forgot to do something and I immediately open it back up. But then it has already gone to sleep and it is ~30 seconds before I can use it again. Is there any way I can delay it from going to sleep for a minute or two?
Edit for clarification: There is period of time after closing the lid (30 seconds or so) where when I open it back up, the screen is black with only a mouse. But after 30 seconds to about 10 minutes, I can use it within a second or two of opening it. If it helps, I have MBPR and all software is up to date.

A: As far as my understanding of the Mac sleep mechanism goes, there are several modes of sleep.
The most modern one, the standby mode, is built for immediate wake-up,
by leaving the RAM powered up and writing nothing to disk during the first hour of sleep.
Only after this hour has passed is the RAM written out to disk and powered-down.
Both the write and read operations of the RAM are each said to take about 20-25 seconds.
You could verify the sleep parameters by issuing the command :
pmset -g

Of special interest should be the following parameters :
standbydelay : The delay in seconds until regular sleep goes over to standby mode.
The default value is 4200 seconds, or 70 minutes.
hibernatemode : controls the hibernation mode, and its values are as follows :

*

*0 - Old style sleep mode, with RAM powered on while sleeping, safe
sleep disabled, and super-fast wake.

*1 - Hibernation mode, with RAM contents written to disk, system
totally shut down while "sleeping," and slower wake up, due to
reading the contents of RAM off the hard drive.

*3 - The default mode on machines introduced since about fall 2005.
RAM is powered on while sleeping, but RAM contents are also written
to disk before sleeping. In the event of total power loss, the system
enters hibernation mode automatically.

Verify that your values are standbydelay=4200 and hibernatemode=3.
If you wish to change hibernatemode to 3, this is done as follows :
sudo pmset -g | grep hibernatemode > ~/Desktop/current_mode.txt
sudo pmset -a hibernatemode 3

The first command is just there for being cautious.
There is also the usual advice about ensuring that your Mac and drivers are fully patched.
More information:
Set newer portable Macs' sleep mode
"Fixing" Slow Wake for MacBook Pro W/ Retina Display

A: If you mean that you want to be able to close the screen without putting the MBA to sleep, then that's not supported. There is a hack that will prevent sleep:
http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/22211/insomniax

but as with any such hack, you use it at your own risk (and it's not
  been updated in a couple of years so it may not work with current
  Macs). The MBA, while quite capable, isn't designed to run 24/7, so if
  you never let it sleep, you may encounter heat issues at some point.

If that's not what you mean, please clarify what it is you wish to accomplish.
Regards.

A: I don't know any way to add a delay for going to sleep when the lid of a laptop is closed.
If others search for how to temporarily or permanently prevent sleep when the lid is closed, you can use NoSleep or InsomniaX.