Accelerating the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system.
Open mechanisms of gravitational forces and the new law of acceleration of falling bodies in space, which are taken from the description of the application for invention № 2005129781 from 28 September 2005 year and in the popular form set out in the theoretical and analytical magazine «Научный обозреватель» № 1-25 2013 Year page 68. Certificate of state registration of the PI № ФС 77-42040 ISSN 2220-329X.
Additions to the discovery of the constant reverse speed of light and the refutation of the postulates and the law of Einstein published in «Аспирант и соискатель» № 1 for 2019 year. Publisher «Спутник+», Moscow city. Certificate of State Registration PI № 77-39976 ISSN 1608-9014.
Additions to refutation of the law of world gravity published in the scientific journal «Актуальные проблемы современной науки» № 2 for 2019 year. Publisher «Спутник+», Moscow city. Certificate of State Registration PI № 77-39976 ISSN 1608-9014.
The force of gravitational gravity between two material bodies located in the space of the solar system was discovered, which was published in the scientific and practical journal «Высшая школа» № 12 for 2018 year, City Ufa. Certificate of State Registration PI № ФС 77-38591 ISSN 2409-1677.
A new reverse speed constant has been opened, which is taken from the description of the application for invention № 2012142735 for 9 October 2012 year and in a popular form set out in journal «Научный обозреватель» № 1 for 2013 year, publisher «Инфинити» City Ufa. Certificate of State Registration PI № ФС 77-38591 ISSN 2306-9147.
Annotation. The article is devoted to the discovery of a new physical quantity that determines the acceleration of the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system. After the discovery of the constant of the substance of outer space, it was found out that the matter of the substance of outer space has its composition, mass and density, which is uniformly distributed throughout the universe, holding and binding all cosmic bodies in its orbits. The substance of outer space of different systems of the Universe has a different physical value and smoothly passes from one medium to another. However, not only the substance of outer space participates in the formation of connections between the planets of the solar system, but also the acceleration of the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system. These physical quantities are closely related to the new law of gravitation of one material body located in the space of the solar system to the sun, a new law of gravitation between two material bodies located in the space of the solar system and a new law for accelerating the free fall of bodies in space. When the position of one material body of a material body located in space relative to another material body changes, not only the gravitational force of this material body, but also its energy will change. When the activity of a material body located in space changes, the distance from the surface of the Sun to the surface of any planet in the solar system will change proportionally. This proof can be confirmed by the constant of the reverse speed of light, since it is closely related to the substance of outer space and the acceleration of the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system, which depends on the activity of a material body located in space, time and distance from the surface of the sun to the surface of any solar planet system. These mathematical proofs are needed to better understand the development of all processes taking place in the solar system of our Galaxy.
In the scientific environment, there is not even a dispute between scientists not only about the existence, but also about the presence around the Sun of the acceleration of the free fall of bodies in space, which closely interacts with the substance of outer space uniting the material bodies of different groups in one environment. The material bodies of the solar system are not only terrestrial, but also cosmic objects. It is very difficult to determine the physical composition of the substance of outer space and the new physical quantity that determines the acceleration of the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system around the Sun. However, these physical quantities can be calculated according to the new laws of physics and the indirect signs of known material bodies. These mathematical proofs are necessary for a better understanding of the development of all the processes of our Galaxy passing in the solar system, which is an integral part of our universe.
It is necessary to emphasize that our Universe is filled with cosmic substance with a mass that does not allow the planets of the Solar System to descend below its trajectory. On the basis of Newton's third law, the forces with which two bodies act on each other are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction. In this case, the mass of the substance of outer space neutralizes the mass of any planet in the solar system. Let us prove this phenomenon of nature with specific examples.
Of all the known planets of the solar system, the active planet Earth has been studied more than others. Based on the known characteristics of the planet Earth, you can determine the constant of the substance of outer space.
Define the area of the circle of the active planet Earth by its equatorial radius.
r - the average equatorial radius of the active planet Earth = 6378100 m.
Knowing the area of the circle of the active planet Earth, along its equatorial radius and the distance from the midpoint of the orbit of the active planet Earth to the surface of the Sun, we will determine the volume of the cylinder with the cosmic substance.
П - the ratio of the length to its circumference = 3,1415926535897932384626433832795.
We know that the volume of a cylinder with a cosmic substance is crushed by the mass of the active planet Earth. Define the constant of the cosmic substance inside the cylinder, on which the mass of the active planet Earth presses.
V - volume of a cylinder with a cosmic substance = 19106173341356616146930089,0081 m³.
The constant of the substance of outer space is discovered = 0,31260053456501934297169510299215 kg/m³.
We will determine the mass of the cosmic substance located between the surface of the Sun and the surface of the active planet Earth.
We will determine the difference in the readings between the mass of the cosmic substance and the mass of the active planet Earth.
m2 - the mass of the active planet Earth = 5,9726 ∙ 1024 kg = 5972600000000000000000000 kg.
Determine the exact volume of the active planet Earth.
Determine the exact density of the active planet Earth.
V - the volume of the active planet Earth = 1086832411937628837875,0037971403 m³.
Having learned the exact density of the active planet Earth, and the gravitational force of one material body of the Sun in the space of the Solar system to the central star, it is possible to determine a new physical quantity that determines the acceleration of free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system.
According to the law of gravity of one material body of the Sun located in the space of the Solar system to the central star, the Sun will determine the gravitational force of the active planet Earth to the central star of the Sun.
The gravitational force of one material body in the space of the Solar (or other) system to the central star (the Sun) is equal to the product of the mass of the measured material body by the gravitational acceleration of the measured material body, by the diameter of the measured material body, and inversely proportional to the distance from the surface of the Sun to the surface the measured material body.
mи - the mass of the active planet Earth, kg.
According to the law, the gravitational force of one material body of the solar system located in the space of the solar system to the central star of the Sun will determine the gravitational force of the active planet Earth to the central star of the Sun.
Dи - diameter of the active planet Earth = 12756200 m.
The module for accelerating the free fall of bodies in the space of the solar system is directly proportional to the gravitational force of one measured material body in the solar system space to the Sun and inversely proportional to the density of the measured material body on the volume of the measured material body of the solar system in space.
V - the volume of the material body in the space of the solar system, m³.


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author AP date 10/06/18 venue Royal Arena, Copenhagen, DEN
When Judas Priest announced plans to tour for a final time in 2010, few could have imagined that the trek would still be ongoing eight years later. Granted, the reality is more likely to be that the NWOBHM legends simply decided that they still had a lot to give, and that decision has since yielded two studio albums, the latest of which landed in stores this past Spring. It is in the capacity of promoting that record, entitled "Firepower", that the band is to perform at the largest indoor venue in Copenhagen tonight, as the fourth rock or metal titan to visit Denmark in the space of just one week (the other three having been Marilyn Manson in Århus, Iron Maiden at this same venue and Guns N' Roses — whom we unfortunately were not able to see — in Odense). It is the 'Priest's first concert in Denmark since headlining Copenhell in 2011, their first indoor show in the country since 2009, and their first indoor concert here in Copenhagen since 2005, when they gave an excellent showing at Valby Hallen as our webzine was just beginning to get a foothold. It is therefore with high expectations that I arrive at the Royal Arena tonight, my excitement bolstered by the fact that the support duties are to be carried out by another legendary act: Dave Mustaine's Megadeth, who have a lot to answer for after their disappointing concert at VEGA last year.
All photos courtesy of Lykke Nielsen
Unfortunately, from the very first moment, it is obvious that Mustaine still does not seem to cope well with not being the main attraction, as while the remainder of his band — guitarist Kiko Loureiro, bassist David Ellefson & drummer Dirk Verbeuren — could hardly be more enthusiastic, he himself sulks like a spoiled child and generally does a fantastic job at conveying how little interest he has in playing second fiddle even to a group of Judas Priest's stature. His compatriots would probably be able to salvage the concert with their energy though, but to add insult to injury, the sound mix is absolutely horrendous, leaving the likes of the opening track, "Hangar 18" off 1990's "Rust in Peace", and indeed all of the other classics, such as "Sweating Bullets" and "Mechanix", to drown in a maelstrom of drum and bass. Verbeuren is an excellent drummer, and ditto Ellefson a bassist — but nobody is here to watch a legends' take on Eagle Twin. The concert thus completely deflates before it even gets going, leaving all but a quartet of extremely riled-up (mega?)-fans just in front of me to count the seconds until this farcical performance draws to a conclusion to the (barely audible) tune of "Holy Wars… The Punishment Due" — another rendition off the aforementioned "Rust in Peace" which does the album an unforgivable disservice. I thought it would be difficult for Megadeth to top the disastrousness of their show at VEGA in 2017, but the band gives it a good shot tonight and manages to inflict a nasty stain on its legacy with probably the worst concert that Mustaine & co. have played in Denmark to date.
Praise be! Neither the sound mix nor the engagement of any of the five musicians leaves anything to be desired when Judas Priest erupts into action with the title track to their latest album, "Firepower", and all is as it should be; chrome, leather and fire are in ample supply in both the band's attire and the visuals adorning the stage, the music is delivered with both bombast and clarity, and the iconic vocalist Rob Halford sounds as powerful and shrill as ever. These are the makings of a classic 'Priest show and by-and-large, that is exactly what the band has in store for us tonight, taking the us on a grand tour of their most revered output from 1976 to 1990, and spicing it up with three brand new tracks amongst. It is hard to imagine anyone complaining about the total omission of material from the five records that came out between 1990 and "Firepower" this year, but where the overall impression does falter somewhat — at least for myself — is in the 'Priest's choosing the safest and most predictable outtakes from their classic repertoire in most cases. It would probably cause a riot if staples like "Breaking the Law", "Living After Midnight", "Hell Bent for Leather" and "Painkiller" were not to be found on the setlist but even so — and especially with Iron Maiden's resurrection of many a forgotten gem here five days earlier still fresh in mind — there is an argument to be made that it often pays off to be bold and to try something different.
But as predictable as the proceedings are, the showmanship of this Brummy crew once again leaves no one wanting. At 66 and 67 years of age, Halford and bassist Ian Hill have stiffened and slowed down somewhat since the days of their youth, but the two command an authority of veterans over the audience, while the more recent and younger additions to the pack — guitarists Richie Faulkner and Hell's Andy Sneap, who is covering for the Parkinson's-ridden Glenn Tipton on this tour, as well as drummer Scott Travis — show off their best rockstar moves and poses. Faulkner is the youngest and also the liveliest of the bunch, his swaggering guitar solos during "Sinner" (off 1977's "Sin After Sin") and "Saints in Hell" (off 1978's "Stained Class") rendering the tracks into definitive highlights of the evening. Most of the audience nonetheless seems to prefer their favourites such as "Hell Bent for Leather" (originally found on the band's other 1978-record, "Killing Machine") — which, as expected, sees Halford riding his trusted Harley Davidson motorbike onto the stage and draws the first crowd surfers of the evening out — and "You've Got Another Thing Comin'" (off 1982's "Screaming for Vengeance") — which elicits the wildest headbanging and jumping from the audience yet. Indeed, the general response is much more limited when the tracks that I consider to be the triumphs of the night are aired, but that does not stop me from devouring every second of an atmospheric and moody rendering of "Night Comes Down", nor a steamrolling take on "Freewheel Burning" (both off 1984's "Defenders of the Faith") on my own.
The best way to describe the festivities here is thus to concede that the 'Priest indeed caters to the expectations of the audience. But with the exception of "Painkiller" and "Breaking the Law", the latter of which sees the band joined by Tipton on additional guitar in the encore and even busting out a guitar solo, the concert never reaches those climactic heights required for it to go down in legend. It is a solid and extremely convincing display from the veterans with plenty of memorable moments; however, their unwillingness to take any chances does leave somewhat of a stale aftertaste and that sensation is only exacerbated by the unpredictability and grandeur of Iron Maiden's concert at this same venue only a few days prior. It remains to be seen how many years Judas Priest still have left in them, but nothing about tonight's concert suggests that they are planning to bring the band to an end just yet. Perhaps next time, they will take the diehard fans on a nostalgia trip through some less obvious cuts from their repertoire?
01. Firepower
02. Grinder
03. Sinner
04. The Ripper
05. Lightning Strike
06. Bloodstone
07. Saints in Hell
09. Tyrant
10. Night Comes Down
11. Some Heads Are Gonna Roll
12. Freewheel Burning
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19. Living After Midnight
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Risks relating to climate change are becoming increasingly material to companies in a broad range of sectors, to investors who own their shares, to banks that lend to them, to insurers that insure them, to communities where they operate, and to regional and global economies. Climate-related factors including energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables, extreme weather events and water scarcity are having increasing impacts. As a result, climate-related disclosure has become a hot topic, or should be, as companies are required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other regulators to disclose their material climate-related risks.
In the wake of the 2015 Paris climate agreement, the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) was created by the G20's Financial Stability Board in 2016 to develop consistent, voluntary standards for companies, investors and insurers to report climate-related financial risks and opportunities. The task force was chaired by Michael Bloomberg, and comprised of 32 members from major global corporations, financial institutions, corporations, accounting firms, credit rating agencies and other organizations. The TCFD issued a final report presenting its Recommendations [insert link] for such disclosures in June 2017. The Recommendations have been endorsed by more than 250 companies, banks, institutional investors, insurers and other organizations.
The TCFD Recommendations focus on two kinds of financially material climate-related risks: transition (legal/policy, technology, market, reputation) and physical risks. They call for disclosures in four areas: (1) Governance of climate-related risks and opportunities, (2) Strategy for identifying and addressing climate-related impacts, (3) Risk Management measures to assess and manage relevant risks, and (4) Metrics and Targets including reporting Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions and metrics and targets to measure and manage them.
While the TCFD Recommendations have garnered considerable attention and support, notably from institutional investors, relatively few companies have so far committed to report in accordance with the Recommendations. There are various reasons for this, including inertia, cost and advice from inside and outside counsel about the purported liability and competitive risks associated with the kinds of forward-looking statements called for by the Recommendations. Indeed, disclosures consistent with what the TCFD recommends would be much more substantive, revealing and useful than the generic boilerplate disclosures of climate and other environmental risks that commonly appear in SEC filings.
Corporate counsel often provide conservative advice on disclosures in SEC and other mandatory corporate financial reporting. Federal securities laws provide corporate issuers with safe harbors for forward looking statements (typically focused on projections of future financial results) where accompanied by meaningful cautionary statements. Also relevant here is the SEC's 2010 "Guidance Regarding Disclosure Related to Climate Change," which highlights mandatory reporting requirements under SEC Regulation S-K for financially material climate-related risks, including the impact of legislation or regulation, international accords, indirect consequences of regulation or business trends, and physical impacts.
While caution and risk aversion are hallmarks of typical legal advice, I would argue that good, thoughtful disclosures consistent with the TCFD Recommendations are likely to have a range of benefits to the disclosing companies, and limited risks. Doing the internal work across disparate corporate functions necessary to address the TCFD Recommendations will improve a company's understanding and management of evolving climate-related risks and opportunities. Good, meaningful disclosures require homework that underpins good corporate governance, risk management and strategic planning. What gets measured gets managed, and the TCFD Recommendations call on companies to assess and manage climate risks and opportunities, and to report to stakeholders on how they are approaching these issues.
Companies responding in a timely and effective way to the accelerating economic and physical changes brought by climate change can be expected to have a competitive advantage over their peers that fail to do so. Likewise, companies that meaningfully and credibly disclose how they are responding to material climate risks and opportunities, as called for by the TCFD, should enjoy a competitive advantage over their competitors who do not. A range of stakeholders (including current and prospective customers and employees) are likely to respond more favorably to companies that make a good faith effort to comply with evolving best practice disclosure standards. The likelihood of being sued for securities fraud based on such well-grounded climate disclosure seems low. By contrast, the risks of successful claims of non-disclosure and misleading disclosure for companies that fail to meaningfully disclose climate-related risks affecting their business seem quite real, as suggested by the investigations of ExxonMobil's climate-related disclosures. The market generally rewards leaders that, to paraphrase hockey great Wayne Gretsky, are skating to where the puck is going rather than where it has been, and are early responders to global megatrends like climate change.
In February 2010, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") issued interpretive guidance that clarified corporate disclosure obligations regarding climate change-related risks and opportunities. While the guidance didn't create any new legal requirements, it indicated that climate-related issues can have a material impact on companies that requires appropriate disclosure. It also offered examples of the ways in which companies may be impacted, including from regulations, international accords, litigation, and physical impacts from water quality and quantity issues.
A recent Ceres report, "Physical Risks from Climate Change: A Guide for Companies and Investors in Disclosure and Management of Climate Impacts," released in May 2012, highlights the economic impacts of extreme weather events on companies and their supply chains in seven key sectors.
More than two years after the release of this guidance, what is the state of corporate disclosure on climate change issues? Two recent reports by Ceres examined climate-related disclosure in multiple sectors.
"Clearing the Waters: A Review of Corporate Water Risk Disclosure in SEC Filings," released June 18, 2012, examined corporate disclosure on a key climate-related issue—water risks—to see what impact the interpretive guidance had on disclosure practices. The report analyzes changes in water risk disclosure by more than 80 companies in eight water-intensive sectors: beverages, chemicals, electric power, food, homebuilding, mining, oil and gas, and semiconductors. It found that significantly more companies are disclosing exposure to water risk in 2011 compared to 2009, with a focus on physical risk. For example, 87 percent of companies surveyed now report physical risk exposure versus 76 percent in 2009, with the biggest increases coming from the oil and gas sector. There was also a meaningful increase in the number of companies connecting water issues to climate change as part of a long-term trend.
The report recommends, however, that companies make further efforts to include quantitative data and performance targets in financial filings to clarify how they are actually responding to these water-related risks. Without this level of specificity, as well as more information on water management systems, it remains difficult for investors to incorporate these factors into their decision-making.
Another new Ceres report, "Sustainable Extraction? An Analysis of SEC Disclosure by Major Oil & Gas Companies on Climate Risk and Deepwater Drilling Risk," released August 2, 2012, examines climate change disclosure in one carbon-intensive industry: oil and gas. The report examined the financial filings that ten of the world's largest oil and gas companies filed in 2011, a year after the interpretive guidance was issued. While six of the ten companies provided fair disclosure on efforts to manage their own greenhouse gas emissions, the disclosures reviewed in the report were generally disappointing. Particularly on regulatory risks—both direct and indirect—the level of specificity, comprehensiveness, and quality of analysis varied widely across the ten companies' filings, showing a clear need for further attention and due diligence on material climate risks.
Climate change is a complicated issue for companies to address in their financial filings, particularly with emerging and shifting regulatory regimes and the complexity of modeling the physical impacts of a changing climate. Good climate disclosure that meets the requirements of the SEC guidance and is useful to investors requires the collaboration of a company's senior legal, environmental, financial and operational managers and advisors. The above-referenced Ceres reports provide a window into the current state of climate-related disclosure and offer recommendations for companies to improve how they address their climate-related risks.


People often ask me—on podcasts, on panels, and even in casual conversations at the game store—what it's like to be a female competitive Magic player. It's not so bad, I say—but then again, I belong to a fairly progressive community and started playing the game at a time when female participation was at an all-time high. I haven't experienced any outright sexism or discrimination, just the occasional microaggressive behavior (which I once chronicled in a blog post), and I've come to realize, after talking to several other women in this community, that I am incredibly fortunate.
I've only had one truly unpleasant experience playing Magic in the last three years, and it had little to do with gender. Once, while attending a large, competitive event, I had the misfortune of playing against a pushy, persnickety person. He quibbled with me over semantics—"okay" and "sure" weren't adequate signifiers of passing priority—and he lectured me about card mechanics. I tried to avoid eye contact with my opponent and focus on the match, but nonetheless, I spent most of the game in a confused, intimidated fog. I knew that my opponent was trying to break me, to make me make mistakes—and, I realized, even if I didn't do anything wrong, he'd find some fault with my play.
After the tournament, paranoia replaced the nascent confidence I'd gained at Pro Tour Qualifiers and Grand Prix. I had nightmares about the match and avoided sanctioned Magic for weeks. If that one game was enough to rattle me, maybe I wasn't cut out for competitive play, I told myself. I briefly considered giving it all up, fearing that higher-level tournaments were rife with cheaters and rules-lawyers, but I told myself that I had come too far, achieved too much, and entrenched myself too deeply in the community to call it quits. I sought out judges and tournament organizers, hoping to restore my peace of mind.
Within a few days of consulting with community leaders, I had the vocabulary to talk about what had happened to me. The technique my opponent used was called angle-shooting, a poker term that denotes underhanded and unsportsmanlike conduct. Unlike a cheater, who explicitly breaks a rule of the game in order to win, an angle-shooter takes advantage of ambiguities in the rules, hoping to cause his (often inexperienced) opponent to lose. Rules disputes are commonplace in Magic due to the game's ever-growing rulebook and emphasis on clear communication between players—and that makes the competitive scene a breeding ground for angle-shooters.
The most well-known example of angle-shooting in Magic is what's become known as "The Fake Scoop," a technique that most seasoned players are familiar with. It's Game 3, and you have your opponent dead on board; you know it, and he surely knows it, too. Your opponent looks down at his cards and slowly starts to pick up his lands. He's conceding the match, as he should!, you think to yourself, and you start shuffling your cards back into your library.
If you suspect your opponent is trying to force a concession from you using "The Fake Scoop" or any other end-game tactic (I've heard reports of players who quickly conceded games of Khans of Tarkir Limited, trying to goad their opponents into packing up their cards without revealing their morphs), call a judge over to settle the matter. Players have been using tricks like these for years, and judges have been trained to recognize them. In fact, judges are your best friends in angle-shooting situations, so you'll want to call them early and often if you suspect foul play.
The first person I turned to after my unfortunate angle-shooting incident was the Level 2 judge at my local store. I recounted what I remembered of the match, though my intent wasn't to incriminate my opponent, but to better understand what had happened. I had never played against such a manipulative person before and was completely blind-sided during our match. If I had to face him—or someone like him—again, I needed to have a plan. Calling a judge was the obvious first step, but how should I proceed from there?
The best way to deal with an angle-shooter, I learned, is to step away from the table. As soon as you suspect something is amiss, get a judge's attention and request a word in private. (This interaction may seem odd from your opponent's perspective, depending on how you go about it; I've been told that claiming to have a rules question about a card in your hand is the best and most natural excuse to put some distance between the two of you.) Inform the judge that you suspect your opponent is angle-shooting and briefly describe any odd or suspicious behavior. You may even request that a judge watch your match, if necessary.
Sometimes, however, your opponent may be the one calling a judge to the table to investigate something you did. What are you to do then? Try to remain calm, and recount your side of the story; if you're feeling too frazzled to remember the details, let your life pad and graveyard be your guides. The judge evaluating your case will most likely speak to you and your opponent separately and take both sides of the story into account before issuing a ruling. Once again, you may step away from the table if for any reason the judge doesn't separate you and your opponent; imagine trying to recount an unpleasant experience to a stranger while the cause of your unease stares directly at you, perhaps smirking, perhaps even interrupting you and arguing against you. Also, remember that if you're dissatisfied with a judge's ruling, you have the option of appealing it—just follow the "Tournament Appeals" link on the DCI homepage.
Angle-shooters are most prevalent at Grand Prix, Pro Tours, and other large events, where they have a degree of anonymity and significant prize money is on the line. You're much less likely to encounter one at a Friday Night Magic or smaller local event, but that doesn't mean you won't find one there every so often. In more casual environments, angle-shooters are more akin to bullies than rules-lawyers, berating their opponents in an attempt to put them on tilt and steal wins.
A close friend of mine has one opponent he dreads facing at his local game store. This player will complain that my friend is playing his aggro decks too slowly and methodically, demanding that he just show him a burn spell and put him out of his misery; my friend always refuses, suspecting a trap, and feels uneasy at the end of each match, even when he wins. Players are responsible for handling these situations maturely and reporting them, but the onus is on tournament organizers and store owners to keep the peace between their players and avoid alienating members of their communities. My friend has spoken to several store judges about his situation, and he's grateful that they have his back.
Talking to judges about my experience suppressed most of my fears about future encounters with angle-shooters and gave me the confidence I needed to return to the tournament scene. But the best piece of advice I received came from a friend, whom I consulted because he played poker for years before returning to Magic. Once he senses that his opponent is trying to game him, he says, he smiles and feels a boost of confidence. If your opponent resorts to trickery in order to win, perhaps you're the one who's intimidating and difficult to beat. Use your resources wisely, and you'll never fall for a trap.


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Q: jdbc type 4 -java.lang.ClassNotFoundException: com.mysql.jdbc.Driver
Possible Duplicate:
ClassNotFoundException com.mysql.jdbc.Driver

Hi I am beginner in java and I have created a java program in eclipse using jdbc type 4.
I got an error :
java.lang.ClassNotFoundException: com.mysql.jdbc.Driver.
so can you please help me in resolving this error.
Thanks in advance

A: You need MySQL Connector jar which is not in classpath. Add it in your classpath

A: Two ways
1) Run java app with classpath
Windows
java -classpath .;mysqljarfile.jar YourApplication

Linux
java -classpath .:mysqljarfile.jar YourApplication

2) Define it in your manifest file
Manifest-Version: 1.0
Class-Path: mysqljarfile.jar
Main-Class: mainClass

A: Add your mysql connector jar file to your project WEB-INF\lib folder and redeploy again.

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Q: Axios sends an array of strings instead of an array of objects Axios sends an array of strings instead of an array of objects. I have an array of objects that contains data about the event. I'm trying to send a request to the server via axios, but I get a array of strings insteenter image description heread of objects at the output
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      years: ['1970', '1970'],
      address: 'None',
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                weights: [{page: 0, title: '60'}]
              }
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A: try to:
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What you get back from the server is string. you need to parse it.
When you send data to and from a server, it is sent as a 'serialized' string, usually JSON format
That's how server responses work

A: It turned out to be an incorrect request. I used GET to pass the object, instead of POST, so it converts it to a string. I want to notice that there is an evil community on this site.


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Unit History: RAF Honington
Construction of Honington airfield began in 1935, and the facility was opened on 3 May 1937. Squadrons of RAF Bomber Command using the airfield prior to World War II were:
No. 77 Squadron RAF (Hawker Harts and Vickers Wellesleys) (July 1937 - July 1938)
No. 102 Squadron RAF (Handley Page Heyford) (July 1937 - July 1938) - Moved to RAF Driffield
No. 75 Squadron RAF (Harrow and Wellington) (July 1938 - July 1939) - Moved to RAF Stradishall.
No. 215 Squadron RAF(Harrow and Wellington) (July 1938 - July 1938) - - Moved to RAF Bassingbourn.
IX Squadron (Wellington Mk Is, later changing to Mk lAs.) (4 September 1939 - 1940).
IX Squadron flew the first RAF bombing raid of World War II on 4 September 1939 flying a mission against the Kriegsmarine in the Baltic resulting in the loss of two Wellingtons. The squadron lost 79 Wellingtons flying from Honington before moving to RAF Waddington.
In July 1940, No. 311 (Czech) Squadron RAF formed at Honnington with Wellingtons, later moving to RAF East Wretham in November 1940.
The Luftwaffe made several attacks on the airfield one of which killed about twenty airmen who were crossing the old parade ground on their way to tea. Another bomb demolished part of Barrack Block 76, which has since been rebuilt sometime between 1993 and 1996.
In 1941, a Junkers Ju 88 was shot down by ground fire from Honington. The aircraft crashed at the east end of D Hangar.
Then, in May of that year, a Wellington returning from a night trip attempted to land at Honington with its wheels retracted. It skidded to one side and crashed into the main bomb dump where it burst into flames. Group Captain J. A. Gray and Squadron Leader J. A. McCarthy, the station medical officer, were the first on the scene of the crash. Both entered the burning aircraft in an attempt to rescue the crew who were trapped and, between them, two crew-members were saved. For this gallantry, both officers were awarded the George Medal.
Memories of RAF Honington
(Memories written by members of Forces Reunited)
RAF Honington, in 2007
Written by Allan Wrigglesworth (Buggs)
The best time of my enjoyable RAF career was working as the Instrument mechanic on the Victor BMk1 (XH620), when 57Sqn was based at Honington.
Raf Honington/ USAF mildenhall 1960/61 in 1961
Written by William byrne
Looking for USAF folk stationed at Mildenhall in 1960/61, please get in touch
4 people in our WW1 records
483 people in our WW2 records
529 people in our Post WW2 records
1836 people in our Forces Reunited records


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TTPM® REVEALS ITS 2018 SPRING 'MOST WANTED' LIST AND CELEBRATES THE TOY AND BABY INDUSTRY'S NEWEST PRODUCTS
April 26, 2018 Rob Leave a Comment
Toys, Children's Lifestyle Products, Baby Gear and More Honored
at Media-Only Showcase Event
NEW YORK, NY. – April 26, 2018 – Today, TTPM®, the leading review site for Toys, Tots, Pets, & more, unveiled their 2018 Spring "Most Wanted List." During a press conference for hundreds of members of the media, analysts, social influencers and bloggers at the TTPM 2018 Spring Showcase, the TTPM editorial team revealed the toys they've predicted will be hits with consumers for the spring and summer season.
2018 Spring "Most Wanted List"
From, action figures and characters to creativity toys and outdoor fun, the TTPM editors selected 13 toys representing the most innovative, playful and on-trend. The list includes new products in established brands and innovative playthings, some making their first appearances at the Spring Showcase.
The TTPM 2018 Spring "Most Wanted List" products are:
Role-play toys have become most popular with children as they want to become their heroes, not just play with them. For other kids and lifelong fans, contemporary collectibles are more popular than ever.
Avengers: Infinity War Hero Vision Iron Man A/R Experience (Hasbro)
The Incredibles 2 Jack-Jack Attacks (Jakks Pacific)
Jurassic World Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex (Mattel)
Jurassic World Chomp 'N Roar Mask Velociraptor Blue (Mattel)
Star Wars Han Solo Mighty Muggs (Hasbro)
Classic Play
Activity toys and collectibles are big sales drivers at this time of year, as toymakers deliver the novelty kids want at values parents appreciate.
Bob Ross The Art of Chill Game (Big G Creative)
L.O.L. Surprise! Confetti Pop, Series 3 (MGA Entertainment)
Nickelodeon Slime Super Slime Studio (Cra-Z-Art)
Hatchimals Colleggtibles Season 3 (Spin Master)
Twisty Petz Series 1 (Spin Master)
Warm weather means outdoor fun! This season, kids and families can enjoy the sunshine together with sand, water and bubbles.
Fiesta Cruise Sand & Water Table with Umbrella (Step2)
Watermelon Smash (Yulu)
Glove-A-Bubbles (Zing)
TTPM 2018 Spring Showcase
All of the "Most Wanted List" winning products were on display at the TTPM 2018 Spring Showcase. The event gave media representatives the chance to photograph, film and play with the latest toys and baby gear, scout products for upcoming segments, meet new companies and make great connections with leading and new brands. Dozens of leading, influential, and cutting-edge toy brands, including Mattel, Spin Master, Just Play, Hasbro, LEGO Systems, Nickelodeon, Step2, and more brought their most in-demand products.
The event was also the debut of TTPM's Baby Shop section and featured brands including Fisher Price, Britax, LÍLLÉbaby, Little Me and more. In addition, more than 100 children were in attendance at the event alongside their parents, to experience the event first-hand in celebration of "Take Your Child to Work Day." They were able to get hands-on experience with the newest toys and find their favorites!
Summer is also the most important season for ride-on toys, and visitors had many to choose from. Pacific Cycle and Razor each showcased its newest entries, and Mattel introduced a new Jurassic World version of its popular Power Wheels vehicle.
Other popular exhibits included Super Impulse with the World's Smallest Hot Wheels track and VTech's Play Area that let preschoolers play with the company's newest additions to its Go! Go! Smart Wheels product line. Children also had the opportunity to play laser tag at the ArmoGear and NSI International booths, swing on the oversized PlayMonster swing set, and play outdoor games like Zing's bow and arrow archery set or Antsy Pants' picnic table and Build and Play Kits.
For more information and to view details on the 2018 Most Wanted List, please visit: https://ttpm.com/mostwanted/
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C2E2 2018-Daphne & Velma's Sarah Gilman and Jennifer Tisdale interviews
April 10, 2018 Julian Cannon Leave a Comment
The upcoming film Daphne and Velma will be released soon and it is a story on how these two characters from the Scooby-Doo universe met for the first time. I had the chance to interview Sarah Gilman (Velma) along with Suzi Yoonessi (Director), Jennifer Tisdale (Producer), and the writers of the film Kyle Mack and Caitlin Meares as we talked about the movie along with their favorite Scooby-Doo moments and much more.
Daphne and Velma will be released on May 22, 2018
Comic Con, Entertainment, media	C2E2, c2e2 2018, c2e2 daphne and velma, daphne and velma, sarah gilman interview
New York International Auto Show 2018 recap.
March 30, 2018 Julian Cannon Leave a Comment
This week was the media days of the New York International Auto Show and there was a lot of news that came out of the show. I covered it for two days and there were many new automobiles that were shown for the first time this week which will be available later this year to early 2019. First, i will discuss the World Car of the Year awards.
This is the first major award show of the NYIAS and here are the results.
World Urban Car of the Year: Volkswagen Polo
World Luxury Car of the Year: Audi A8
World Car Design of the Year: Range Rover Velar
World Green Car: Nissian LEAF
World Performance Car: BMW M5
World Car of the Year: Volvo XC60
Many car companies were also there showcasing what will come later this year to next year and i have taken photos of these cars that were also previewed at press conferences
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Entertainment, media, New York	n, ny auto show
Playfair 2017 Photos
November 8, 2017 Julian Cannon Leave a Comment
I had the chance to cover Playfair 2017 last weekend which took place at the Javits Center. There were many toy publishers and companies over there such as Spin Master, Lego, Leap Frog, Toys R' Us, Hasbro and much more.
There were also many activities that children can do there over the weekend from face painting, making slime, trying out the Nerf products in the arena and etc.
Entertainment, media, Toy Fair, Toy Reviews, Toys	play fair, play fair ny, toy previews
NYCC 2017-Best of Cosplay (Photos)
October 10, 2017 Julian Cannon Leave a Comment
New York Comic Con took place last week at the Javits Center and it was a blast. Four days of many attendees going there to be themselves and geek out and make friends there. With all the guests and trailers and announcements or buying that one comic, the one major attraction at New York Comic Con is the cosplayers.
I have taken many photos and videos of the great cosplayers that were over there during the weekend. Check them out and the video version will go up this week on Alternativemindz' YouTube channel.
Comic Book Reviews, Comic Con, Comic Nation, Entertainment, media	cosplayer, new york comic con, NYCC, nycc 2017, nycc cosplay
TOM OF FINLAND Acquired by Kino Lorber Ahead of Tribeca Film Festival Premiere.
KINO LORBER ACQUIRES TOM OF FINLAND, A BIOPIC ABOUT THE ACCLAIMED FINNISH EROTIC ARTIST AND GAY ICON, AHEAD OF ITS NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE AT THE 2017 TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL
New York, NY – April 14, 2017 – Kino Lorber has acquired all North American rights to TOM OF FINLAND, Dome Karukoski's biopic about the life and work of Finnish artist and gay icon Touko Laaksonen, best known by his pseudonym Tom of Finland.
A trailblazing figure in post-World War II erotic art, Touko Laaksonen drew thousands of fantasy-filled, homoerotic images of intensely masculine (and muscular) men, often liberated from the moral codes of their times. Quickly spreading throughout the world, these images went on to play a significant role in the transnational gay liberation movement that continues to make strides to this day, also becoming iconic symbols for generations of LGBT people worldwide.
Dome Karukoski's TOM OF FINLAND is set to have its North American premiere at the upcoming Tribeca Film festival, after a world premiere at the Goteborg Film Festival in February. It's also in high demand among LGBTQ U.S. festivals. The film's world premiere was followed by a release in its home territory, where TOM OF FINLAND has taken close to $1m at the local box office.
The deal was negotiated between head of worldwide sales Vanessa Saal for Protagonist Pictures and Kino Lorber CEO Richard Lorber.
'Touko Laaksonen dared to draw and give life to his most daring and transgressive fantasies, and by doing so, inspired an entire generation of LGBT people to also live and desire freely," said Richard Lorber. "Dome Karukoski's film captures the man, as well as his milieu, in an incredibly cinematic and powerful way, so we're very proud to be bringing TOM OF FINLAND to North American audiences this year."
Vanessa Saal of Protagonist added; "We are so pleased the film has found such a good home for North America. Kino Lorber handpicks and nurtures each of its titles. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and we know they will spread TOM OF FINLAND love across America."
Director Dome Karukoski is an acclaimed Finnish filmmaker with six features to his credit including The Grump (2014), Heart Of A Lion (2013) and Lapland Odyssey (2010).
The film was produced by Finnish production outfit Helsinki Film, with a screenplay by Aleksi Bardy. The cast includes Pekka Strang, Lauri Tilkanen, Jessica Grabowsky, Taisto Oksanen, Seumas Sargent, Jakob Oftebro and Niklas Hogner.
Aleksi Bardy, Miia Haavisto and Annika Sucksdorff of Helsinki Film produced the film. Gunnar Carlsson of Anagram Väst in Sweden, Miriam Nørgaard of Fridthjof Film in Denmark, and Ingvar Thordarson and Sophie Mahlo of Neutrinos Productions Germany were co-producers, in collaboration with Mike Downey and Sam Taylor of Film and Music Entertainment (F&ME) UK.
ABOUT KINO LORBER:
With a library of 1,600 titles, Kino Lorber Inc. has been a leader in independent art house distribution for over 30 years, releasing over 25 films per year theatrically under its Kino Lorber, Kino Classics, and Alive Mind Cinema banners, with six Academy Award nominated films in the last eight years, including this year's nominated documentary FIRE AT SEA, directed by Gianfranco Rosi.
In addition, the company brings over 250 titles each year to the home entertainment market through physical and digital media releases under its five house brands. It also now distributes a growing number of third party labels in all ancillary media and is a direct digital distributor to all major digital platforms including iTunes, Netflix, HULU, Filmstruck, Tribeca Shortlist, Amazon, Vimeo, VHX, Fandor, Mubi and Others.
Next from Kino Lorber are the theatrical releases for Bruno Dumont's SLACK BAY, starring Juliette Binoche and set for an April 21 NY opening at Quad Cinema and the Film Society of Lincoln Center, and Vanessa Gould's OBIT, opening April 26 at Film Forum and Lincoln Plaza Cinema.
ABOUT PROTAGONIST PICTURES:
Protagonist Pictures is an international finance, production and sales company which has a proven track record in outstanding films and commercial successes. Based in the UK, the company handles films from around the world, always maintaining a strong focus on filmmakers with exceptional vision and storytelling skills.
Protagonist's current slate includes Francis Lee's Sundance award-winner GOD'S OWN COUNTRY; Charlie McDowell's Netflix title THE DISCOVERY which stars Robert Redford, Jason Segel and Rooney Mara; Berlin competition title THE DINNER, Oren Moverman's adaptation of the Herman Koch novel, starring Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Rebecca Hall and Steve Coogan.
In distribution in 2017 are Ben Wheatley's FREE FIRE, Eleanor Coppola's PARIS CAN WAIT and Adam Smith's feature debut TRESPASS AGAINST US. Titles in post-production include Clio Barnard's DARK RIVER and Amma Asante's WHERE HANDS TOUCH.
Entertainment, media, Movies, TV & Movie News	kino lorber, tom of holand, tribeca film festival
Kids and Family Tech Expo
September 16, 2016 Rob Leave a Comment
This past Tuesday, we had the opportunity and privilege to attend the Kids and Family Tech Expo, showcasing the latest and greatest in future tech from Spin Masters to Ozobot and more! Please join us in seeing some great demonstrations of what's in store for everyone just in time for Christmas and even right now.
Entertainment, media, Toys, Uncategorized
Star Trek Turns 50 today and Star Trek:Missions was here last weekend.
September 8, 2016 Julian Cannon Leave a Comment
Today Marks the 50th Anniversary of Star Trek and what an long time it has been since it debuted. Last weekend was the Star Trek: Missions convention in New York City and we got the chance to cover it. There were many booths and products for display including the NASA section which i found very interesting once i seen it. The NASA section had displays on the future satellites and jets and spaceships that are currently being developed along with stardust and other things that were from mars. Call me weird on this, but i actually like science.
The main floor for Star Trek: Missions had the set from the very first season of Star Trek and i spoke to an guy over there about it and he told me that there is an whole museum dedicated to Star Trek as well (click this link for more info http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/Startrek.aspx)
There was also an section for the upcoming Playstation 4 version of Star Trek Online where players from all over the world can play which also has cross-platform capability to the PC and XBOX ONE version.
There were a few panels that i wanted to go to but i was only able to go to two and they were Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: Next Generation. The original cast from both of those seasons were there to talk about their roles in their respective shows along with promoting Star Trek: Discovery which will be coming in 2017.
And Finally here are cosplay pictures i have taken
Overall, this was an great event but i think the panel room situation could have been handled better but i would come back next year.
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media, New York	star trek, star trek 50, star trek convention, star trek missions, star trek ny, star trek online
New York International Auto Show 2016 photo Showcase
i had the privilage to cover this year's NY Auto Show and so far it has been a blast. Today i share Photos that i have taken from the event and the car lines include Scion, Subaru, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Hyundai and more. I will also detail each model under the pictures.
The Ford Focus ST
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid (New York Yankees Edition)
Mercedes-Benz C-class Sedan
2017 KIA Fortes SX
2016 Ford GT Yellow
2017 Fusion Platinum.
2017 Chevrolet ZL1
2017 Volkswagon GOLF Alltrack
2016 Nissan Leaf SL
Trans AM Bandit edition #1
2016 Toyota pirus prime
Vintage Automobiles
Entertainment, media, New York, Uncategorized	auto show 2016, new york auto show, new york international auto show, nyias
Top 10 The Walking Dead Episodes
Season 5 of The Walking Dead has ended a few weeks ago and Season 6 is coming our way in October. Today, i will count down my favorite best episodes from The Walking Dead from Seasons 1-5.
10. What happened and what's going on? (S5:E9)
Of all the episodes i have seen, this one caught me and the viewers off guard towards the ending. At the beginning of the episode, we are shown a grave being made for what we thought was for Beth along with flashbacks. During the episode, Tyreese, Noah, Rick, Glen and Michone went to the area where Noah used to live but to see that it has got overrun by Walkers. this also includes his family. Once Tyreese was alone with Noah, he was bitten and for most of the episode, we get to see hallucinations from his vision along with characters that were killed off. At the end of the episode, we get to find out that the grave from the beginning of the episode was actually for him since he is now dead. Talk about "the mind playing tricks on you". This episode is a must see since the production and editing was so great that you would have not thought that he would die in the episode. Also to note, if you see any Walkers with an "W" carved into their heads along with the small wall with "Wolves not far" tagged onto it, save those for clues for the remainder of that season.
9. A (S4:E16)
The season 4 finale was a roller coaster for Rick, Michone, Carl and Daryl. First, the 3 of them encounter the claimers at the night as they were about to kill Rick and Rape Carl and Michone in retaliation for Rick killing one of them a few episodes prior. Daryl tries to reason with the claimers but then he gets assaulted. Rick, Michone and Daryl managed to get the upper hand along with Rick stabbing the last one of the claimers nearly 15 times for putting his hands on his son. later in the episode, they arrived at TERMINUS but to quickly find out that something is up when they noticed that their friend's belongings are there. Gareth trapped Rick's group after a gun battle and ordered them to go to an train cart labeled "A". The good news is that Rick and his group reunited with the rest of the group but the bad news is that they are all captured and are being held in that one train cart.
8. Conquer (S5:E16)
The near 2 hour season 5 finale of The Walking Dead left with a bang and an cliffhanger. In the aftermath of the fight Pete and Rick had along with Rick being knocked out to his senses by Michone, Deanna and the rest of the residents of the Alexandria Safe Zone holds an meeting to decide whether if Rick gets kicked out from the Zone or he stays. Meanwhile, we get the first Appearance of the first members of The Wolves, Morgan saving Daryl and Aaron from a trap full of walkers, Nicholas attempting to kill Glen, and the last few minutes of the episode where Rick explains to Deanna and the residents that they need to be ready to survive. during this, Pete arrives with Michone's sword and accidentally slashes Deanna's husband. Deanna then told Rick to kill him and without hesitation and giving zero f***'s at all and in less than two seconds, he shoots his gun at Pete with one of the coldest looks i've ever seen Rick had. Morgan also meets Rick for the first time since season 3 in the final seconds of this episode as he saw Rick kill Pete.
7. Clear (S3:E12)
In this episode, Michonne, Rick, and Carl are on a supply run. During this, they stop at an small town that has traps for Walkers from one side to the end of the other side of the block. The group manages to get away from the traps until Rick and Morgan reunited for the first time since season 1. Morgan has changed as they both caught up on how have they been since they last seen each other but not in the matter of a normal reunion. Morgan revealed that his son has been eaten by Walkers. Also, Carl and Michonne spends time together as Carl wanted to go back to his old school to get a framed photo of his family. During this, we get major character development between them two especially for Michonne since her backstory was kind of a mystery for a while.
6. Pretty much dead already (S2:E7)
the first half of season two, the entire group is looking for Carol's daughter, Sophia. After Rick told her to stay in an small area to kill off Walkers, she is no where to be seen when Rick returned. There were a few clues to where she was last at throughout the next few episodes until this episode. While the group takes out the Walkers inside of Hershel's barn, there was one left and the final one was an zombified Sophia. everyone including myself was in stunned silence as we were all caught off guard for that reveal. Shane shoots her to put her down. Talk about a way to end an episode..
5. Days gone bye( S1:E1)
The first episode that started it all and showed us what we are getting too when we get that first shot of Rick putting down an Walker. Rick was shot during an arrest attempt and Shane took him to the hospital. He woke up a few months later after falling into an coma to find out that the hospital is empty and nearly destroyed. He also sees the Walkers for the first time and then escapes the hospital to see that the world he has known, has changed and roaming with Walkers. Rick eventually meets Morgan and his son for the first time as he gives him a brief up to date follow up on what is happening. Elsewhere, we get scenes of Shane, Lori (Rick's wife), Carl, Dale and others as they try to survive as Rick goes out to look for his Wife and Daughter. What an way to start the series.
4. Them (S5:E10)
After the deaths of Tyreese and Beth, the group heads to Washington, DC. The group is very tired and are showing signs that they are fed up. especially the part where they have to get out of their cars and has no choice but to walk during an heatwave while Walkers are behind them but the group does not care to take them down. The group also finds an shed later in the day and has relief from the heat when it rains. Rick then gave his infamous "We are the walking dead" speech and then, a heard of Walkers comes to the shed and tries to break in. The entire group with all of their strength, prevents the Walkers from coming in. they did not come in due to a tree falling on them during the thunderstorm. This episode was a very powerful one and it told the story that they wont give up no matter what obstacle is in the way and to have hope that there is an place for the survivors.
3. Too far gone (S4:E8)
For the entire 3rd season and half of the 4th, the group makes an abandoned prison their home. it was attacked by The Governor and his group two times but the third attack was the one that got them out for good. The governor and Rick has an discussion and also, Michonne and Hershel were being held hostage. The Governor wanted to take the prison or else he will force their way in. Rick refused the deal and then The Governor threatened Hershel with Michonne's sword. Rick tried to plead with The Governor and would want to try to work everything out. That was, until the words "liar" came out of The Governor's mouth. He then slashed and decapitated Hershel as the gun battle begins along with the tank. Rick and Governor then goes into a deadly fistfight until Michonne pierced her sword into The Governor. He is my favorite TWD villain but his death was needed after he killed Hershel. The group escapes separately into smaller groups as Walkers begin to overrun the place.
2. No sanctuary (S5:E1) (WARNING:for mature readers only)
The season 5 premier i believe was the best and darkest opening in The Walking Dead. Rick, Glen, Bob, and Daryl are in deep trouble as they are tied from their hands and feet as they are taken to an slaughter house within TERMINUS. This is when the viewer realizes that the people within this place are cannibals. they are kneeled down along with 4 others as they and the viewer witness the butcher hits the other people in the back of their heads to knock them out with bats as the other butcher cuts their throats out with a large knife as the blood spills into the stainless steel tub. Gareth does a bullet count and asks the butchers to give him the results until a rumble happens. Glen was about to be next to die until the rumble continues. As Gareth checks to see what is going on, Rick kills the two butchers with an wooden shiv he made while they were inside the train cart and freed the group. When they escaped the slaughterhouse, they rescue the rest of the group as Carol use an grenade launcher with an firecracker in the barrel to cause an explosion on an oil tank. Walkers begin to overrun the area, Rick and the rest fight their way to escape TERMINUS. at the end of the episode, Rick and Carol reunite along with Tyreese holding Judith (Rick's daughter who separated with him in the last season while The Governor attacked the prison) as Rick runs to see and hold her. In the final few minutes of the episode, The group follows the railroad tracks until they happen upon a Terminus sign. Rick crosses out most of the text and modifies it to read, "No sanctuary." Also in the post credits scene, Morgan appears alone as he is looking for Rick.
1. Beside the dying fire (S2:E13)
In my opinion, the best episode of TWD that has aired. After Rick kills Shane and to find out that he has reanimated into an Walker, Carl puts Shane down. that was the episode that lead to this episode as when Rick and Carl return to Hershel's house, a large herd of Walkers approach. Rick and Carl lure a number of them to the shed as Rick set them on fire. Also, Lori, Maggie, Glen, Carol, Hershel, Andrea, Daryl and T-dog defend the house from approaching Walkers but they were starting to outnumber them along with devouring a few more of their members who could not defend themselves. the group separates as the Walkers overrun the farm. Rick, Carl and Hershel was at the highway the group was at before to wait and see if others would show up. everyone except Andrea showed up. They later go to an area to camp for the night and this is when Rick revealed to the group that once someone dies, they reanimate into an walker (they all wanted to know why some Walkers they have seen were not bitten when they saw them). On the final few minutes of the show, we see Andrea running for her life until she tripped and fell, An Walker walked up to her until someone with an sword shows up and decapitated the walker. The person also has 2 Walkers chained up to her as this is the long awaited debut of Michone. This episode was full of character development along with moments in this episode that affected the group later on in future episodes.
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What sort of iPad 2 would do it for you?
With the iPad 2 due in April – probably only initially in the USA – the rumour mill has well and truly begun on what the next-gen iPad's new features will be.
The retina display as used in the iPhone 4?
3-axis gyroscope, also as used in the iPhone 4?
Front and back camera, so it can be used for the Apple FaceTime video calling?
Will it be have more storage?
That little collection is the common guesses on what the iPad 2 will have added.
A choice of more than one colour?
A giant 80s inspired beatbox version?
Will it have a Dyson Air Multiplier built around the edge, and work both as a tablet computer and a cooling fan?
None of this second last ones are serious, which brings me to the point of this post, which is to serve as the entry point for a competition for followers of the TechStyles Facebook page ONLY.
So TechStyles Facebookers, what would YOU like to see as a new feature, or indeed features on the iPad 2? You could provide a serious answer, a ridiculous answer.
Have a think, and place your answer to the question in the 'Leave a Reply' section below. Answer in 100 words or less, and be sure that the name you place with your comment matches your name on your Facebook profile. The competition closes at midnight, 28 January, 2011.
I repeat, the competition is for followers of the TechStyles Facebook page only, who are Australian residents.
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I would like it to be dustproof, waterproof, small-boyproof, small- and large-dogproof. It would need to have Mx versus Atv unleashed built in along with Sims 3 and Spore as my three boys love those three games. It would have to have attachments so three players could use it at once to prevent sibling wrestling sessions in the car on long journeys to motocross races. To be perfect it would need to be a camera, videocameras, phone, computer and drink tray all in one.
Good and comprehensive answer Chauntelle, but I'm afraid this competition closed at midnight last night.
Connectivity! Imagine integrating it into the whole house!
It could be the universal remote. While one person is watching TV it could serve as a second screen for someone else, also displaying an interactive TV guide previewing shows before updating the main TV. It could act as a second PC screen allowing you to access and use your PC from another room.
Interacting with the house climate controls from the iPad 2 would also be great as well. Along with all the games and online capabilities it already has, this would create one essential piece of electronic gear!
you can add more accessories to your iPad.
It will have a front-facing camera that opens up a whole new world for business users of the iPad you will be able to choose different carriers will be able to handle larger and more functional apps that what we have seen currently will also be a back-facing camera then it's quite possible you will be able to do better photo and video editing.
It will have new screen technology that is better with glare. This, coupled with a new design, would make it easier to read on the iPad 2.
The ability to switch off the back-lit screen so it can also function like an e-ink ebook reader, especially outdoors in the sun. Given the choice between a Kindle and an iPad 2 with that ability, I know which one I'd want.
Waterproof and indestructable under any water related conditions including but not limited to coffee spills, other thrills like having one too many drinks that spill, fishing trips, washing machines spins, scuba diving while wearing your fins.
I'm lucky to have an iPad, it simply is Woohoo!
But alas, there are things missing, I'd like to name a few.
A bubble gum dispenser, for when surfing, I like to chew.
And I don't want to chew my 'Apple', 'twould be an uncomfortable trip to the loo!
My kitten likes to play, she really does get bored!
So give me a pussycat toy attachment either side, to prevent me from getting clawed!
A mini bar on-board, or a syphon connector at least.
With remote control for the toaster! Now that ya couldn't beat!
I would like that the fingerprints don't show all the time. I get sick of cleaning the screen.
Priced competively within the Australian market, that we do not have to wait months to get, more slimlined, and, has a better colour selection around the iPad's edge.
A better anti-theft device would also be a good idea (voice activated password protection (?), and hopefully, more reasonably priced applications.
I would also like my iPad to have holographic projection capability.
I do not own an iPad, but if I did it would have heaps of memory, it would have its own built-in photo albums so that all photos get automatically placed in the photo album when a photo has been taken, it would have software built-in that allows editing of video/photos plus way to send straight to printer. The iPad would have interchangable covers so that I can choose my colour and style daily. A place to put games discs IE DS or PSP discs in it. A big screen with a pullout keypad as a bonus.
A world breaking new feature for the iPad 2, something no one could imagine but would offer their souls for… a transmat beam! Ditch the planes, crash the cars, burn the buses and bomb the trains. Buy the new iPad 2 and travel the globe AND outer space via your new gadget… count me in!
What I would love in the new iPad 2? Well I really can't say as I don't have an iPad, but with the technology moving on I'm hoping it will bring a better price on the original Ipad. I do have an iPhone.
So what would I think I would like in the iPad 2, is for it to be a lot more robust. I don't see the point in having all the technology at your fingertips if you're too scared to use it. I have seen many people wrap it in cotton wool and only use it 'sometimes'… what's the point?


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Coan, Adkins Lead Softball Past Toledo And Jacksonville State At Buzz Classic
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WOODSTOCK, Ga. – Strong pitching performances by freshman Jessica Coan and sophomore Kristen Adkins led the Georgia Tech softball team (12-6) to a pair of wins on the second day of the Buzz Classic at the Twin Creek Softball Complex.
Coan struck out a career-high nine batters en route to an 11-1 win in five innings over Toledo (0-5) in the first game of the day. Adkins then tossed her first career shutout, a six-hitter, in a 3-0 win against Jacksonville State (12-6). Senior Tiffany Johnson hit her team-high fifth home run of the season, a two-run shot against Toledo, while freshman Shannon Bear hit her first career round-tripper as well against the Rockets. Jessica Sinclair was 3-for-5 with two RBI on the day.
In game one, the Yellow Jackets scored early and often against Toledo en route to an 11-1 win in five innings. It all began with a six-run bottom of the first inning. Jen Yee was hit by the first she saw and then went to second base on an infield single by Christy Jones. After both runners were sacrificed over a base by Blair Shimandle, Tiffany Johnson drew a walk loading the bases.
Whitney Haller reached on a fielder's choice, but when Toledo shortstop Brie Ford threw the ball away, everybody was safe and a run scored. A bases loaded walk by Kelsi Weseman made it a 2-0 game and then a bases-clearing, three-run double off the bat of Kate Kuzma gave the Yellow Jackets a commanding 5-0 lead. Tech added another run later in the inning when Jessica Sinclair delivered a RBI single up the middle.
The six runs were more than enough for Tech freshman pitcher Jessica Coan. She was dominant all day and gave up just one run in the fourth inning. Coan improved to 2-2 on the season as she gave up three hits, two walks and struck out a career-high nine batters in just five innings.
In the bottom the second inning Tiffany Johnson hit her team-high fifth home run of the season, a two-run shot that gave Tech an 8-0 lead. The Jackets added two more in the third when freshman pinch hitter Shannon Bear crushed a two-run home run over the fence in left-center field. It was her first career round-tripper and just her second career hit in as many at bats.
Sinclair capped the scoring for the Yellow Jackets in the bottom of the fourth inning with a RBI single.
Whitney Young took the loss for the Rockets as she gave up eight earned runs on five hits and three walks in two innings. Trisha Rons pitched two innings of relief and was charged with three runs on four hits and a walk. She recorded one strikeout.
In game two, the Yellow Jackets took advantage of a couple opportunities in the first inning against Jacksonville State. JSU pitcher Karla Pittman got the first two outs quickly, but then she hit Shimandle, allowed Johnson to reach on her own error and hit Haller loading the bases. An infield single by Weseman brought in the first run of the game and a bases loaded walk by Kuzma made it 2-0. Pittman got Adkins to ground out ending the inning, but the damage had been done.
Adkins allowed a pair of hits in the bottom of the first inning to Chrissy O'Neal and Nikki Prier, but she got a big strikeout of Kayla Collins ending the inning.
Both pitchers were on cruise control after the first inning. Adkins allowed a one-out single in the second inning, but then retired the next 10 batters in a row before Mary Beth Ledbetter singled with two outs in the fifth.
The Yellow Jackets got to Pittman for an insurance run in the top of the fifth inning as Shimandle singled home Yee with two outs. Yee had singled earlier in the inning.
Adkins (5-3) gave up a single in the seventh, but was able to keep the Gamecocks off the scoreboard and preserve her first career shutout. She scattered six hits, fanned two and did not walk a batter.
Pittman (2-1) allowed three runs on four hits and a walk, but just one of the runs was earned. She struck out six batters.
The Buzz Classic wraps up on Sunday at Noon as the Yellow Jackets will take on Western Kentucky. All Georgia Tech games will be broadcast on www.ramblinwreck.com, while live stats and box scores for every Buzz Classic game can be found on the Tournament Central page.
Don't forget, prior to Georgia Tech's home opener on Tuesday, March 10, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open Shirley Clements Mewborn Field. The ceremony begins at 12:30 p.m. and then the Yellow Jackets will take on UT Martin in a doubleheader beginning at 2 p.m. Shirley Clements Mewborn Field is the new on-campus home of the Georgia Tech softball team. It is located at the corner of Eighth and Fowler Streets. Free parking for Tech softball games is available across Eighth Street in the big lot adjacent to the Alexander Memorial Coliseum.
July 9, 2019 Softball Adds Four to 2019-20 Roster
Three transfers and one freshman signee join Georgia Tech softball
Softball Adds Four to 2019-20 Roster
June 28, 2019 Caroline Hardy Joins Softball Staff
Head coach Aileen Morales brings on Caroline Hardy as volunteer assistant
Caroline Hardy Joins Softball Staff


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I'll blame this itch to redecorate our bright little dining room on our pets... yep - stay with me. My husband and I recently reached Year 5 in our happy home, which marked a pretty large milestone for me - it's the longest I've stayed in one house since I was ten. Moving often never bothered me; it gave me the chance to design a new and exciting room for my ever-changing personality time and time again. Our pets seemed to be on board for a change of pace - our cat kindly clawed our curtains to oblivion, and our potty-training pup made our dining room rug less than lovely. It was time to take the plunge and replace some items... which quickly spiraled into a full redesign. However, I was determined to spend no more than a minuscule amount. And so the creative hunt was afoot.
I'll start by admitting that I somewhat cheated. I had stockpiled old birthday gift cards to Crate & Barrel and Amazon, and I had Home Goods store credit from a project last year. I also have a close relation who works for furniture wholesaler and hooked me up with some leftover chairs, and I recently inherited a number of vintage items from family. However, all of these great benefits left me a hodge-podge of puzzle-piece selections that I had to make fit. Once I decided on the design aesthetic of my beloved midcentury modern, I hit the ground running while finely tuning each piece.
Our kitchen and dining room are actually one large room - the first to greet you when you enter. When we first moved in, my brother put up the chair rail for us and I adorned the room with our wedding photos and colors.
I had fallen in love with the busy tile-like pattern of Chasing Paper's peel-and-stick temporary wallpaper, so I knew the rest of the room had to be solid color blocking. A creamy white paint replaced the gray, and I used my Crate & Barrel gift card on a chic and modern fireplace screen that would play off of the stone work (fun fact: I made the old one out of leftover MDF!).
I switched out the rug with affordable 12"x12" FLOR carpet tiles which can be singularly replaced in case of puppy problems. Speaking of pups, the Home Goods gift card purchased Charlotte's very own fuzzy bench (complete with gold mid-mod hairpin legs) for optimal people-watching. The low-profile of the mismatched chairs instantly made the room appear bigger, as did the insanely inexpensive Amazon curtain panels, which I rehung at ceiling-height to draw the eye up.
The entry alcove also got the white paint treatment, as did the existing hall tree. Adding sleek gold-bronze hardware modernized the piece, and I printed out some downloaded photographs to mount in frames I already owned.
But perhaps my favorite transformed piece in the room is this little cabinet. Replacing it with a vintage midcentury piece wasn't in the budget, but 2 cans of spray paint and some inspiration sure as heck were. I hit the top with a coral to make the curtains pop, changed out the hardware to match the hall tree, and found some tapered legs (that didn't quiiiiite want to screw in). One vice grip, a tube of epoxy, and some elbow grease later, those babies are a match made in mid-mod heaven.
A ceiling fan replacement was also beyond budget (and my husband loooves him some ceiling fans), so I simply unscrewed the ugly existing glass light dome and replaced the bulbs underneath with oversized Edison bulbs.
To fill in the gaps, I shopped my own home. I gathered my bounty of fake plants I've collected over the years (plant killah 4 life) and an old tray, spray painted a vase, utilized my vintage hand-me-downs, and moved around my exisiting lamps. The coup de gras on the mantle - an anniversary gift of The Night Sky on our wedding night - helped to break up the busy wallpaper and create an anchor in the design.
So what's my best advice for budget-redecorating?
1. Don't exclude what you already have (or can pick up at low cost at a thrift or antique shop)! Simple fixes like paint, fabric, hardware, and furniture legs do wonders to revitalize old items.
2. Choose one focal piece (in my case, the patterned wallpaper on one half of a wall) and build around it.
3. Pick an accent color, buy a can of spray paint, and paint 3 items of varying sizes in the room.
4. And finally, go for the DIY approach! This entire project only took me about 5 broken-up days to complete by myself. I have total faith in you (and your ability to You-Tube)!


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