If you own a Sony RX100 series camera, you know that it excels at shooting video. It's pretty remarkable to get video footage of this caliber from a point-and-shoot.
In fact, the RX100 can easily compete with a DSLR. But even the very best camera can't ensure that your footage is the best it can be on its own. A good gimbal will dramatically improve your footage but not every gimbal will fit the RX100.
Because the RX100 is both lightweight and compact in size, you have to be careful when buying a gimbal because it will not work well with many popular models. Check out this list of the five best gimbals for the Sony RX100.
The RX100 is one of the more compact and lightweight cameras on the market and this opens up some unique possibilities in a gimbal.
Some gimbals, like the Pilotfly C45, are designed specifically for compact cameras.
This is an advantage when it comes to transport and packability as well. You get a nice little carrying case for the gimbal but you could also fit it into a nice camera bag since it doesn't take up a ton of space. This makes the C45 plus the RX100 a great travel photography pairing.
According to Pilotfly, the C45 can handle a max payload of up to 800 grams. This is more than enough to handle the 240 g of the RX100 even when you add on some kind of accessory like an external microphone.
You don't get a full 360-degrees on all 3 axes with the C45 but it comes pretty darn close. You get a 320-degree Tilting Angle, a 320-degree Rolling Angle, and a full 360-degree Panning Angle. This will be plenty for the overwhelming majority of shots.
A great feature of the C45 is that it has a 45-degree offset angle that lets you see your RX100 screen while shooting. This is super convenient and gives you a lot more flexibility.
Operation of the C45 is pretty simple, even if you've never used a gimbal before.
RX100-user Jack Lowe was a first-time gimbal user when he tried the Pilotfly C45 and shared on YouTube (see the video below) that getting the camera balanced was definitely the hardest part.
Tutorials from Pilotfly and other users are definitely easier to understand and follow than the written instructions that come with the gimbal. You can control the pitch and yaw with a 4-way joystick or use one of the 5 modes.
These are Follow Mode, Pitch Lock, Full Lock, Follow Roll, and +/-180degree YAW rotation for selfies.
Overall, the Pilotfly C45 is a very good stabilizer.
An adaptive PID-algorithm helps prevent vibration on big angles and 32-bit Alexmos with Triple-MCU technology along with high payload motors with integrated encoders keeps movement smooth and stabilized. As far as over professional-quality cinematography, the C45 isn't the very best but it's definitely one of the best for small cameras like the Sony RX100.
Ikan's Beholder MS1 is another gimbal uniquely suited for lightweight equipment like mirrorless cameras and high-quality point-and-shoots like the Sony RX100 III.
It has a maximum payload of 860 grams so the RX100 will easily fit. The gimbal itself if really lightweight and compact so it's easy to pack.
Stabilization is achieved thanks to the brushless motors that keep the camera balanced and ensure that movement on the tilt-and-roll axes is smooth. Operating the gimbal is pretty user-friendly. A 5-way joystick gives you 45° Roll and 90° Tilt movement.
The three basic modes (Follow, Lock, and adjust Pan-and-Tilt) will cover the majority of what most hobbyist videographers are looking to do.
First-time gimbal user Rich Castro said that using the MS1 with his RX100 involved a "learning curve" but ultimately, he was able to create some pretty smooth footage.
As you can see in Rich's video, the most jarring visual moments in the footage come from jerky motion when using the joystick controls. When the gimbal is merely following, the motion is silky smooth.
It is possible to create really smooth motion using the joystick but it definitely takes some practice. Just letting the gimbal follow on its own will always create the smoothest footage, though, no matter how good you get at using the joystick controls.
The Beholder MS1 features durable all-aluminum construction and it should stay looking great and working well for a long time. On the bottom of the handle, you'll find a ¼-inch thread mount for attaching it to a monopod or tripod or slider, if desired.
If the only camera you use is the Sony RX100, the quick release plate on the MS1 is really nice. Since you won't need to rebalance the camera each time, it will cut way down on your setup time, making it ideal for shooting in the field.
One potentially big negative with the Ikan Beholder MS1 is that it doesn't do a great job with the wind. You will notice some definite trembling and balance problems with even a moderate amount of wind.
For this reason, it's probably not the best gimbal for you if you tend to do most of your shooting outdoors. With no wind, it's great but you can't control the weather.
Typically when using a gimbal with your Sony RX100, the gimbal only handles things like the smoothness of motion on each of the 3 axes and the angles therein.
With the Zhiyun Crane M, you can actually use a cable to connect the RX100 to the gimbal and this lets you use the gimbal to actually control the camera itself.
You can just use the joystick controls to start and stop filming and even do things like zoom in or out. This might not sound like a big deal but it can make a pretty big difference. It simplifies the filming experience and it's just really convenient.
Another cool option is the optional app that lets you control aspects of the gimbal's operation from your smartphone. This includes some helpful things like Face Tracking and the ability to switch modes during filming.
All of Zhiyun's apps have been known to be buggy, though. It seems to work really well for some users but others report a lot of problems.
The Zhiyun Crane M has a maximum payload of 650 grams so your RX100 is just right. You can get your camera set up and balanced in under one minute which is crazy fast for any gimbal. Better yet, you don't need any tools to achieve the balance.
One potential hiccough when using the Crane M with the RX100 is that the RX100's tripod socket is a bit off center. That means that when you connect the gimbal to a tripod using the ¼-inch thread mount, you won't have the same flexibility of rotation.
A related issue is that the camera plate and screws run into the gimbal handle so it's impossible to get the 360-degree rotation advertised on the roll axis. You do get 360-degrees on the other two axes.
You have your choice of three different shooting styles with the Crane M, a very useful bit of flexibility. There is the standard one-hand handheld shooting style, the two-hand handlebar style, and the inverted style. Switching between modes is easy.
While there are definitely some concerns with the Zhiyun Crane M when used with a Sony RX100, these are outweighed by some pretty big advantages.
Vlogger John Chow says that the combo of the Crane M and the RX100 is part of the "ultimate vlogging setup." When it works, it works really well and some of its special features put it over the top.
The fact that this gimbal is pretty reasonably priced makes it even more attractive.
However, Zhiyun isn't known for having very good customer service so if you're risk-averse, you might want to choose another gimbal.
The Zhiyun Smooth C gimbal was technically designed for larger smartphones like the iPhone 7 plus. It will not even work with the Sony RX100 right out of the box.
Why should it even show up on a list of best gimbals for this camera, then? Because with a custom made plate, the Zhiyun Smooth C and the Sony RX100 are a perfect match.
To get a custom plate, you'll have to order from a Chinese company. Alternatively, you can commission some to manufacturer one for you. Or if you like to tinker, you can certainly try your hand at making one yourself.
While a custom plate for the Smooth C will lead to a really great tool, it might end up being cost prohibitive.
The gimbal itself is very affordable but the special mounting plate will end up costing you around the same amount and take quite a bit more effort. If you're looking for a stabilizer that is affordable and doesn't require much effort to get working, the Zhiyun Smooth C is not for you.
If you have some serious tinkering skills, you can probably jerry-rig a mounting plate for not all that much cost. Combined with the super low cost of the gimbal itself, this might end up being the most affordable option on the market.
If you are up for the cost and the challenge, this gimbal does function quite well.
There are three modes: Heading Following Mode, Locking Mode, and Heading and Pitch Following Mode. A 4-way joystick lets you adjust the tilt and roll at any time.
Although the MOZA Aircross can handle a pretty heavy payload of 1769 grams, it is designed for more compact cameras. This large payload makes it easy to use accessories like external microphones or lights.
There is a connector thread on the side of the handle for mounting accessories, as desired.The gimbal itself is extremely compact and lightweight as well, making it great for tucking in your camera bag and carrying around for capturing footage on the go.
With a battery life of up to up to 12 hours, it will have you shooting for longer than you would be able to with many other gimbals.
There is also a 12.6V DC input on the handgrip for attaching a third-party power bank, giving you even more power to keep shooting all day long if you want to.
Finally, there is a charging cable included that you can use to charge your camera's battery from the gimbal's power source.
This is another gimbal that offers an app for added functionality. The MOZA Assistant app lets you do a few neat things.
Perhaps most valuable is the long-exposure motion timelapse shooting option.
You just set the shutter time, duration, intervals, and path. Also on the app is an auto-tuning feature that uses DeepRed technology like a responsive sensor and an advanced control algorithm.
Overall, the MOZA app is much more useful than other gimbal apps out there. It really adds a significant amount of value.
YouTuber Andrew does point out that the app has a "weird" interface but that once you figure it out, it's great.
The handgrip features easy two-button control that you use to select your mode or control the direction and angle of the gimbal.
There are several shooting styles and modes to choose from, including inverted, re-center, and four follow modes. There is a pan follow mode, the pan and tilt mode, lock mode, and roll follow mode.
The roll follow mode is particularly nice, since you don't see that available on all gimbals. When you press the control button twice, the Aircross enters selfie mode, a nice feature to have.
For Sony cameras like the RX100, there is an included cable that you can use to connect the camera and the gimbal.
This lets you use both the handgrip and the app to actually control the camera itself. One final option for controlling the gimbal and camera is the separately available Wireless Thumb Controller.
This works like a remote shutter but it can also control the gimbal just by moving the remote around. Special sensors react to your movement which the gimbal will then mimic.
Setting the gimbal up on a tripod, using the screw thread on the bottom of the handle, and then controlling the gimbal with this remote opens up some cool shooting possibilities.
A quick release plate makes it easy to shoot footage on the go, without needing to pause for a lot of setup time.
This is especially true if the RX100 is the only or the main camera you shoot with.
A nice thing about the MOZA Aircross, though, is that its heavy payload means you can use several different cameras. You can shoot with a lighter DSLR on occasion as well as your lightweight RX100.
A dual hand grip is available separately but this can add even more flexibility and control to shooting with your RX100 and the Aircross. For the most value, I recommend buying the package that includes the gimbal as well as the dual hand grip and the wireless thumb controller.
This also comes with a few bonus accessories that you don't necessarily need but can be nice nonetheless, like a polishing cloth, a brush, and gloves.
That said, just buying the gimbal on its own at its nice and affordable price is also a good value.
You can always purchase these accessories later and you don't really need them since the gimbal itself and the app let you do plenty on their own.
There is no question that when you combine your Sony RX100 with a quality gimbal that is a good fit for the camera, you can create professional-quality video footage.
A good gimbal will ensure that your footage is smooth without any of those jarring shakes you get when shooting on the go. Many of these gimbals will also give you all kinds of cool options for getting incredible video that you just couldn't do on your own.
You can truly get some stunning cinematography when you shoot on your RX100 using a gimbal. You can definitely capture footage that is easily on par with a much more expensive DSLR.
When choosing the right gimbal for your you and your RX100, there are a few things you should consider. Obviously, the price is one them and you do see a range of prices here.
Even the cheapest option on here is decent and a good fit for the camera. If price isn't your most important factor, you should also consider things like the available shooting modes and shooting styles, whether or not there is an app and whether or not you think that app adds any value, and even the overall aesthetic of the gimbal and what kind of carrying bag or case it has.
For some people, the motion timelapse option on the MOZA Aircross will make that be the obvious gimbal of choice. For others, the 45-degree offset angle of the Pilotfly C45 will make that gimbal stand out.
Have you used any of these gimbals with your Sony RX100? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Also, feel free to ask any questions you might have about gimbals in general or any of these gimbals in particular. Happy shooting!
Is there a gimball / selfie stick that can also be used to trigger shots on the RX100 m6?
Have you been able to control the record/photo or use the timelapse with the Moza Aircross and the RX100?
I have a Moza Aircross and a Sony RX100 IV. One of the included cables fits the Sony A Series cameras, but not the RX100. I bought a mini USB to micro USB to be able to connect the RX100 to the Moza, but so far have been unable to control video/picture mode or the advanced timelapse mode. Have any of you had any luck with it? Other than that, the Moza has been a great gimbal in terms of stabilisation.
No need for any accessory for the RX100 to fit. Stabilisation will work fine, but you won't be able to use the gimbal to charge or control the shutter even if you purchase a compatible cable.
Are these gimbals compatible with the Sony HX 80?


Drew Rosi scored 18 points and Jack Barnett went 10-for-10 at the free throw line down the stretch to lead the Olentangy Liberty boys basketball team past district-rival Olentangy 56-53 Saturday night in Lewis Center.
After Olentangy used a 13-4 run to take a five-point lead in the third quarter, Rosi came through with an old-fashioned three-point play and followed with a pair of free throws. Rosi also had seven boards and three steals in the game.
Barnett connected on a three-pointer to give the Patriots a 36-35 lead at the end of three and they never trailed again.
Spencer Mitchell scored on back-to-back possessions to open the final frame and extend the Liberty lead to five at 41-36.
Derrick Wyche kept Olentangy close with six points in the frame and Seth O'Neal hit a three-pointer late to cut the deficit to three, but Barnett kept making free throws for the Patriots.
"It was a good, tough basketball game," Olentangy coach Chris Kelly said. "They made their free throws and we had some opportunities to knock down some big shots and they rattled in and out. If they make their free throws and you make more mistakes than usual against a good team, it usually doesn't end up going your way.
Wyche finished with a team-high 15 points and eight rebounds for Olentangy. O'Neal was held to five points, but dished out a game-high five assists and had five boards.
Liberty (7-6) opened the game hot from behind the arc, hitting three of its six three-pointers in the opening frame, including a pair of triples by Spencer Mitchell and another by Ben Roderick.
But it was Jason Sieve's three at the horn that tied the score at 13-13 at the end of one. Sieve had five in the first and finished with 11 points.
The bigs dominated the second quarter for both teams. Rosi scored eight of Liberty's 11 points in the period and Wyche scored all six of Olentangy's points to keep it close, but the Patriots led 24-19 at the break.
Austin Luxedor scored seven points during a 13-4 run to open the third quarter to help Olentangy take a 33-28 lead.
Brendon White pulled down a game-high 12 rebounds to go with five points and three assists for the Patriots.
Olentangy (5-4), which had a light schedule before the New Year, plays Hilliard Davidson in non-league action Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. The game, originally scheduled for Dec. 1, was moved after both schools had deep football playoff runs.
"We're only nine games, 5-4 — we have a great opportunity to still get a lot of wins the rest of the season — a lot of big wins," Kelly said.
Liberty, which has won seven of nine after starting the season 0-4, is off until Friday night when it resumes OCC-Central Division play against Central Crossing at 7:30 p.m.


The NGO Association du Reseau Mediterraneen Pour le Developpement Durable (AREMEDD) organized a series of SAICM-related awareness generating activities throughout Tunisia from February to October 2010. These activities, which included the active participation of local NGOs, involved educating students about the dangers of lead in paint and mercury in used batteries, farmers about the adapting alternatives to pesticides, and representatives from the iron and steel industries about the impact of heavy metals on biodiversity.
The NGO Association de la Protection de l'Environnement et de Développement de Bizerte (APEDUBB) organized a number of mercury-awareness raising activities with youth, the medical industry, government officials, and the wider public. The largest of these, a workshop attended by over 160 participants, featured three focused presentations that centered on identifying sources of mercury, hazards to human and environmental health, and the role of civic participation on reducing mercury usage.
To determine whether toys sold in Tunisia contain high levels of dangerous heavy metals, Association pour la Protection de l'Environnement et Developpement Durable de Bizerte (APEDDUB) had samples of 24 toys commonly found in schools and markets in the city of Bizarte analyzed. Results showed that most toys contained heavy metals. In addition, although both non-Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) and PVC made toys contained high levels of lead and cadmium, toys made with PVC have significantly higher levels of these heavy metals and therefore are far more toxic.
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Laser-guided lightning rod takes Ben Franklin's invention to new heights
Benjamin Franklin is credited with inventing the lightning rod, and for some 270 years it has remained the main tool for protecting buildings from destructive and potentially deadly thunderbolts. But now an ambitious experiment on a Swiss mountaintop has demonstrated that a laser beam can also help guide the path of lightning, extending the effectiveness of the Franklin rod high into the sky.
Lightning rods are made of metal, which conducts electricity much better than the surrounding air and helps guide lightning to the ground harmlessly. The protection offered by a traditional lightning rod covers an area with a radius roughly equal to the height of the rod.
The idea behind laser-guided lightning is to extend that protective area by making the lightning rod function as if it soared hundreds of feet taller, to heights that would be impractical and costly for a physical object.
The report, published Monday in the journal Nature Photonics, claims that powerful lasers could be deployed to help protect sensitive sites such as airports and launchpads.
Decades of laser experiments in laboratories previously showed that, in principle, lasers would be useful for taming the heavens. The report states that this is the first time the concept has been demonstrated in the real world amid an actual tempest.
Joseph Dwyer, a University of New Hampshire physicist who was not part of the research and has expertise in the physics of lightning, praised the report as "a big step forward."
"People have been trying to do things like this with lasers for a long time," Dwyer said. "Using lasers instead of a lightning rod, or using lasers to trigger or steer lightning, is a fascinating idea. It seems like a no-brainer but it turns out to be really hard to do."
The experiment was performed on Säntis Mountain, in northeastern Switzerland. A 407-foot (124-meter) communications tower there, equipped with a lightning rod, is struck roughly a hundred times a year.
The researchers positioned a car-size device for generating a high-power, rapid-fire laser next to the communications tower and fired pulses into the sky during stormy weather. The laser created not only a beam of light, but also a channel of thinned-out air that beckoned the lightning.
As the laser fired, air molecules absorbed and expelled the laser energy very rapidly, leaving behind long-lived channels of heated air with reduced density. Those channels functioned as a preferred path for the lightning.
Over a cumulative six hours during a multiweek stretch of summer storms, the atmospheric channel created by the laser diverted four lightning bolts.
A rendering shows what happened in 2021 when scientists used a laser as a lightning rod. (Video: Scientify – UNIGE)
High-speed cameras captured images from two different angles of one of the lightning strikes. They obviously show the bolt diving into the laser channel and traveling along it for more than 160 feet.
Despite the successful test, laser-based lightning rods are not about to pop up at Home Depot.
"It's a technology that can be used to protect very large structures," the study's lead author, Aurélien Houard of École Polytechnique in Paris, told The Washington Post. "It's quite expensive. It costs about 1 million euros. You would not use it for any small protection. You would use it for an airport, where you have a lot of planes, or a launching pad for rockets."
The laser used in the experiment is not the kind of thing a professor would use during a PowerPoint presentation. It produced up to a thousand pulses per second. That unusually rapid firing of the laser was crucial to making this experiment succeed when previous efforts did not, Howard said.
The researchers believe the rapidity of those pulses produced the atmospheric changes in the nick of time to create a column of hot air that favors electric discharge. "The lightning apparition can be very fast," Howard said. The laser's rapid pulsing improves the odds of snatching the lightning bolt into the artificially created atmospheric channel.
Lightning is an electrostatic discharge that can take many forms — sometimes descending from the cloud to the ground, sometimes rising from the surface, sometimes meandering within a single cloud or jumping from one cloud to another. It's dangerous. Upward of 4,000 lightning deaths are confirmed annually worldwide, according to the Nature Photonics report.
Jean-Pierre Wolf, a physicist at the University of Geneva and leader of the experiment, said in an email that in the United States alone, lightning damage costs more than $3 billion annually.
Lightning strikes also present a danger to electronics, including the sensitive equipment on commercial planes and space-bound rockets.
Launchpads typically deploy multiple lightning rods in a perimeter around the launch tower. But lightning storms remain a concern for NASA and the military, which face costly delays when rockets have to be pulled back from the pad to lower the risks of a damaging thunderbolt.
The Switzerland experiment may have demonstrated the principle of laser-guided lightning, "but we're a long ways away from having the technology to keep everybody safe from lightning," said Dwyer, the University of New Hampshire physicist.
He pointed out that for most people there is a simple, traditional, non-technological way to lower lightning risk: "If you hear thunder, go inside."
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Leafs drop Wings in shootout in front of record 105,491 at Big House
ByESPN.com news services
ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- A lot of winter. Very little classic hockey.
Light snow swirled down in the Big House, making it tough to push the puck through piles of the white stuff on a sheet of ice where football is usually played.
Teeth-chattering temperatures and a brisk wind were factors, too, that made the NHL's Winter Classic much more of an event than a game.
Tyler Bozak scored the winning shootout goal and Jonathan Bernier made two saves in the heart-pounding final moments, lifting Toronto to a 3-2 victory over Detroit on Wednesday in front of 105,491 fans -- the largest crowd to watch a hockey game.
"I was just lucky to get a stick on it and keep it low enough," Bozak said.
The Red Wings were not as fortunate in the closely contested spectacle that was altered in a lot of ways because of the conditions.
Detroit captain Henrik Zetterberg appeared to have good chance in overtime with the puck in the Maple Leafs' end and defenseman Cody Franson on his left side. The horn, however, sounded to stop play at the 2:30 mark of the extra period so that both teams played into a 10-plus mph wind for an equal amount of time.
"I think I would have had a clear breakaway," Zetterberg said.
The game also was halted midway through the third period so that the teams could switch sides. In the shootout, skaters for both teams attempted shots with the wind in their face toward the same net -- or end zone.
After a slew of skaters with shovels cleared the ice following overtime, Pavel Datsyuk scored Detroit's only goal in the shootout and teammate Tomas Tatar was foiled on his team's third and final attempt because he couldn't control the puck on the snow-covered surface and didn't even get a shot off.
"The conditions made it so some of the skill in the game was eliminated," Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said.
Bernier, with a knit hat over his helmet, made 41 saves -- the most in an outdoor regular-season game.
The crowd surpassed the 104,173 who saw Michigan and Michigan State skate in the same football stadium known as the Big House in 2010.
The Red Wings' Daniel Cleary looks to control the puck as a packed crowd at the Big House looks on during Wednesday's Winter Classic.
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The game-time temperature was 13 degrees with a wind chill of zero and steady snow that didn't stop on a windy afternoon.
At the previous five Winter Classics, the average temperature was 39 degrees and the average attendance was 53,045.
This one was bigger, colder and NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman loved every minute of it.
"This has been a terrific day, terrific way to start the new year and a terrific way to embark upon the part of the season that's going to see five more outdoor games at the Olympic break," Bettman said. "We couldn't be any more pleased with the way things went."
The struggling yet storied franchises did their best to put on show in the snow.
"I don't know if you would call it a gem from a pace standpoint," Maple Leafs coach Randy Carlyle said. "There was a lot of snow and a lot of things to deal with."
Joffrey Lupul, who might face discipline from the NHL for a cross-check that knocked Patrick Eaves out of the game in the first period, scored the first of two goals for the Maple Leafs in the shootout.
Jimmy Howard had 24 saves for Detroit. After leaving the ice and the snow-covered football field, he returned minutes later when he was introduced as one of the members of the U.S. Olympic team that will go for gold next month in Sochi.
Detroit's Justin Abdelkader tied it 2 with 5:32 left in regulation after Bozak scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period. Daniel Alfredsson opened the scoring for the Red Wings at 13:14 of the second and James van Riemsdyk tied in on a power play with 37 seconds left in the period.
And in the end, the Maple Leafs moved a point ahead of the Red Wings in the Atlantic Division toward the bottom of the Eastern Conference playoff picture with about half of the regular season remaining.
"The points were really big for us," Toronto captain Dion Phaneuf said.
The Maple Leafs acquired veteran D Tim Gleason from Carolina on Wednesday in exchange for defenseman John-Michael Liles. ... The previous attendance for an NHL game was set at the first Winter Classic in 2008 when 71,217 watched the Buffalo Sabres host the Pittsburgh Penguins at Ralph Wilson Stadium.
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DET Wins 3-1
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Detroit 18 17 5 41
Buffalo 11 20 7 29
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Agent Kent Hughes, who listed NHL stars Patrice Bergeron and Kris Letang among his clients, has been hired by the Canadiens as the 18th general manager in franchise history.
Premier Hockey Federation to more than double salary cap, add expansion franchises
To make the most of attention on women's hockey after the Olympics, the Premier Hockey Federation announced it would more than double the salary cap and add two expansion franchises.
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This section of charts contains education data for ZIP code 58716 North Dakota based mainly on the latest year 2022 Census data using the American Community Survey but also the survey from Common Core Data available for Public Elementary through Secondary Schools. In Figure 1, the percent of all people aged 25 years or older, who have either graduated from high school or completed the Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED) or some equivalent certification/credential. 58716 shows it has a High School Grad or higher of 86% which is the smallest as measured by percent high school graduates or better of all the other zip codes in the metro area. The zip code with the highest percent high school graduates or better in the area is 58778 which depicts a high school graduates of 97% (12.3% larger).
In Figure 2, the percentage of people aged 25 years or older who have graduated from college/university with at least a bachelor's degree is provided. Note that the bachelor's degree is also called a four-year degree because it normally takes four years of full-time study to finish the course curriculum required to obtain the degree. This chart portrays the proportion of the population in this region who are college graduates with at least a bachelor degree or higher. In many ways, this analysis alongside the prior chart are very quick measures of the level of education in any particular area. ZIP code 58716 depicts it has a Bachelors Degree or higher of 11% which is the smallest when sorted by percent with a bachelors degree or higher of all the other zip codes in the metro area. The zip code with the highest percent with a bachelors degree or higher in the area is 58778 which depicts a percent with a bachelors degree of 57% ( quite a bit bigger).
Figure 4 shows the percentage of people 25 years of age or older who either have no schooling at all or dropped out of school before being able to complete high school. Additionally, these are people who also do not have a Graduate Equivalency Degree (GED) or some other high school level type credential/student achievement. This analysis, along with the last two charts, provides another high level review and comparative data on the ZIP code 58716 North Dakota educational level. 58716 shows it has a School Dropout Rate of 14% which is the largest of all zip codes in the greater ZIP code 58716 region.
Figure 5 provides a more detailed look at the educational attainment for ZIP code 58716 North Dakota. This chart provides the proportion of people aged 25 years of age or older and what was their level of educational attainment. The chart provides 5 broad categories including: No Education/No School, Some High School, High School or equivalent, Some college or Associates Degree, and Bachelors Degree or higher. ZIP code 58716 has the largest proportion of percent of people with no schooling at 12% of the total and is ranked #1. Second, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with less than a high school education at 24% of the total. Third, it has the largest proportion of percent of people with high school degree, ged, or equivalent at 51% of the total and is ranked #1. Also, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with some college or an associates degree at 11% of the total.
The next chart shows a break down of people who have received a bachelor's degree or higher advanced degree generally in a campus learning environment. In particular, Figure 6, provides the proportional breakdown of all the people who have received a postsecondary education along with what the level of advanced degree that was obtained. Note that these categories do not include any type professional development type activities such as those related to maintaining professional credentials in workshop lessons. Note Professional Degree includes medical, dental, lawyers, etc. ZIP code 58716 has the smallest proportion of percent of people with an associate degree at 21% of the total. Second, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with a bachelors degree at 3% of the total.
The chart in Figure 7 shows the broad area of academic concentration or the discipline for people who have received a bachelors degree. This high level classification is essentially the field of study for which a degree was obtained. ZIP code 58716 has one of the largest proportions of percent of people with a degree in a science or engineering related at 34.8% of the total and is ranked #2. The only larger zip code being 58778 with 78.8%. Second, it has the largest proportion of percent of people with an arts, humanities, or other degree at 34.8% of the total and is ranked #1.
The next chart (Figure 8) provides a more detailed deep dive on the category of major degree obtained for people aged 25 years or older who earned a bachelor's degree or higher. Specifically, this frequency distribution details out what the major field of study was the degree obtained. ZIP code 58716 has the largest proportion of percent of people with a degree in science and engineering related fields at 34.8% of the total and is ranked #1. Second, it has the largest proportion of percent of people with a degree in communications at 30.4% of the total and is ranked #1.
Figure 9 provides comparative data between the places in the greater ZIP code 58716 North Dakota region for broad educational attainment. This analysis uses provides five broad education attainment categories including: No Education/No School, Some High School, High School or equivalent, Some college or Associates Degree, and Bachelors Degree or higher. ZIP code 58716 has the largest proportion of percent of people with no schooling at 12.4% of the total and is ranked #1. Second, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with less than a high school degree at 23.9% of the total. Third, it has the largest proportion of percent of people with high school (or ged) at 51.2% of the total and is ranked #1. Also, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with some college or an associates degree at 11.0% of the total.
A more detailed frequency distribution of educational attainment is provided in Figure 10. In particular this illustration breaks out the highest levels of university educational opportunities beyond the four year college degree. Included in the breakout are the relative proportion of masters degrees, PhD/Doctorate/Doctorial holders, and professional degrees such as medicine, dentistry, lawyers, etc. ZIP code 58716 has the largest proportion of percent of people with no schooling at 12.4% of the total and is ranked #1. Second, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with less than high school at 23.9% of the total. Third, it has the largest proportion of percent of people with some college but not a graduate at 34.0% of the total and is ranked #1. Also, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with an associate degree at 9.6% of the total. In addition, it has the smallest proportion of percent of people with a bachelors degree at 1.4% of the total. The next exhibit (Figure 11) provides detailed cross tabulation analysis that provides education success data broken out or cross tabulated by age group. Please note that the columns add to 100% and you must use the pagination buttons at the bottom of the table to see all the rows.
The next section of chart resources look at school enrollment by a variety of educational institutions and are categorized into a number of other groupings. Figure 14 provides the overall school enrollment by broad range of school age/level groupings. ZIP code 58716 has the percentage of percent of children in kindergarten less than most other zip codes in the greater region at 25.3% of the total. Second, it has less than most other zip codes in the local area when sorted by percent of children in grade 1 to 4 at 18.7% of the total.
The next chart in this series of resources shown in Figure 20 looks at the total number of students enrolled in any educational institution for each place in the greater ZIP code 58716 region. (Total enrollment in this case includes all students from preschool all the way through students enrolled in graduate school.) ZIP code 58716 depicts it has a Total Enrolled of 76 which is less than most other zip codes in the local area. The zip code with the highest total population enrolled in school in the area is 58790 which depicts a total population enrolled in school of 387 ( considerably bigger). Comparing total population enrolled in school to the United States average of 81,076,829, ZIP code 58716 is only about 0.0% the size. Also, benchmarked against the state of North Dakota, total population enrolled in school of 192,864, ZIP code 58716 is only about 0.0% the size.
Figure 23 lists all the schools in the area along with the school district, county location and other program information/credential such as if they are a public charter school or private charter school or magnet school. Some of the Area Schools are: Max Elementary School, Max High School, Velva Elementary School, Velva High School, and Bob Callies Elementary School. The next illustration in Figure 24 shows the total child school enrollment for all grades (through 12th grade) at the school shown using NCES data (Common Core of Data, Public Elementary-Secondary School Universe Survey.) Looking at Enrollment for Area Schools we find that Nedrose Elementary School ranks the largest with a value of 254 enrolled students. The next largest values are for: Velva Elementary School (228), Bob Callies Elementary School (199), South Prairie Elementary School (199), and Garrison High School (179). The difference between the highest value (Nedrose Elementary School) and the next highest (Velva Elementary School) is that the enrolled students is about 11.4% larger.
Figure 25 show the ratio of the number of students to the number of teachers in the classroom. A good student to teacher ratio should be low because it indicates that there are less students for any one teacher to educate in a class and generally a better learning environment, better success and optimal teaching excellence. Teachers includes all educational staff such as special education teachers and any other educator. Note that distance learning (online learning/remote learning) is not included in these values. Looking at Student to Teacher Ratio for Area Schools we find that Turtle Lake-Mercer High School ranks the largest with a value of 7.5 student to teacher ratio. The next largest values are for: Sawyer High School (7.5), Sawyer Elementary School (8.1), Turtle Lake-Mercer Elementary School (8.9), and Underwood High School (9.9). The difference between the lowest value (Turtle Lake-Mercer High School) and the next lowest (Sawyer High School) is that the student to teacher ratio is about the same size.
The next chart, Figure 26, shows the racial mix of students at each location in this district of the state of North Dakota department of education.
Zip code 58716, North Dakota Education Data
Figure 1: 58716, ND At least High School Education
Figure 2: 58716, ND Bachelors Degree or Better Education
Figure 4: 58716, ND School Dropout Rate
Figure 5: 58716, ND Education Attainment Breakdown
Figure 7: 58716, ND Bachelors Degrees Field of Study
Figure 8: 58716, ND Bachelors Degree Obtained
Figure 9: 58716, ND Education Attainment by Level Comparison (Age 25+)
Figure 10: 58716, ND Education Attainment Detailed Comparison (Age 25+)
Figure 11: 58716, ND Detailed Education Attainment Breakout by Age Group (Age 18+)
Figure 12: 58716, ND Detailed Education Attainment Breakout by Race (Age 25+)
Figure 13: 58716, ND Detailed Male and Female breakdown of Educational Attainment
Figure 14: 58716, ND School Enrollment by Aggregate Categories
Figure 15: 58716, ND Overall Public vs. Private School Enrollment
Figure 16: 58716, ND Public vs. Private K-8 School Enrollment
Figure 17: 58716, ND Public vs. Private High School Enrollment
Figure 18: 58716, ND Public vs. Private College Enrollment
Figure 19: 58716, ND Public vs. Private Graduate or Professional School Enrollment
Figure 20: 58716, ND Total Enrolled in Schools
Figure 22: 58716, ND Public vs. Private Preschool
Figure 23: List of Schools in the 58716, ND Area (2013)
Figure 24: 58716, ND School Enrollment (2013)
Figure 26: 58716, ND School Racial Mix (2013)
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Q: Box hidden when created On my website I have a button which will create a box when clicked. If that box is visible and the user clicks outside of it, it should be hidden. The problem I have is that the box is hidden right after it is created.
This is the piece of code I use to remove the box if the user clicks outside of it. I struggle understanding why it is triggered when I create the box, because it is not really visible yet.

function createBox(){

    var output = "";

    output += '
';
    output += '
';

    $("#list-box").html(output);

    document.getElementById('list-box').style.display = 'block';
}

$(document).click(function(event) {
    if(!$(event.target).closest('.single-box').length) {
        if($('.single-box').is(":visible")) {

            var output = "";

            $("#list-box").html(output);

        document.getElementById('list-box').style.display = 'none';

        }
    }
});
#list-box{
 width: 100%;
 height: 100%;
 background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.8);
 z-index: 500;
 position: fixed;
 display: none;
}

.single-box{
 z-index: 1000;
 top: 100px;
 position: fixed;
 background-color: white;
 overflow-y: auto;
 overflow-x: hidden;
 width: 500px;
 height: 500px;
 right: calc(50% - 250px);
 box-shadow: 0px 1px 4px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 1);
 text-align: center;
    border-radius: 3px;
}

Create box

A:

$("#somebutton").click(function () {
  $("#container").append('
Your hidden box is now visible
');

});

var mouse_is_inside = false;
$(document).ready(function(){
    $('#container').hover(function(){
        mouse_is_inside=true;
    }, function(){
        mouse_is_inside=false;
    });

    $("body").mouseup(function(){
        if(! mouse_is_inside) $('.box').hide();
    });
});
#container {
    width:200px;
  height:200px;
  background:red;
}

<button id="somebutton">
Your button
</button>

A: A working solution:

let mouse_inside = false ;

$("#somebutton").click(function () {
  let div = document.createElement('div');
  div.className = 'box';
  $("#container").append(div);

  $('.box').hover(function(){
      mouse_inside=true;
  }, function(){
      mouse_inside=false;
  });

});

$(document).ready(function(){

    $("body").mouseup(function(){
      mouse_inside || $('.box').hide();
    });
});
#container {
    width:200px;
  height:200px;
  background:red;
}

#container .box { background-color: blue; width:40px; height:40px;}

<button id="somebutton">
ADD A BOX BELOW
</button>

A: here you go try using this steps , first check the element clicked id
if the element is the button you want it to creat that box trigger your creatBox() else if element clicked is the box do nothing else empty #list-boxand hide it :

function createBox(){

    var output = "";

    output += '
';
    output += '
';

    $("#list-box").html(output);

    $('#list-box').show();
}

$(document).click(function(e) {

    var target = $(e.target);
    var id = target.attr('id');
    var eclass = target.attr('class');
    if(id == "creatbox"){
      createBox();
      target.prop("disabled",true);
    }
    else if(eclass == "single-box")
    {
     return;
    }
    else {
    $("#list-box").html('');
    $('#list-box').hide();
    $('#creatbox').prop("disabled",false);
    }

});
#list-box{
 width: 100%;
 height: 100%;
 background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.8);
 z-index: 500;
 position: fixed;
 display: none;
}

.single-box{
 z-index: 1000;
 top: 100px;
 position: fixed;
 background-color: white;
 overflow-y: auto;
 overflow-x: hidden;
 width: 500px;
 height: 500px;
 right: calc(50% - 250px);
 box-shadow: 0px 1px 4px -1px rgba(0, 0, 0, 1);
 text-align: center;
    border-radius: 3px;
}

<button id="creatbox">
Create box
</button>

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Former Ensign Danielyan got few years' in jail for theft of Defense Ministry's apartments
11.07.2019 Deputy head of Deposit Insurance Corporation flees abroad following detention of Federal Security Service colonel Cherkalin
11.07.2019 Pension Fund deputy head detained for bribing after searches
11.07.2019 Federal Security Service detains 9 customs officers of Domodedovo at 'award ceremony'
08.07.2019 Searches uncover $205.000 at homes of officials arranging illegal migration
Thieves of Ministry of Defense's apartments were sentenced to terms from 2,5 to 8 years
Earlier, the former adjutant commander of ground forces was already sentenced to 11.5 years in prison for fraud with 15 apartments of the department.
The Cheryomushkinsky District Court in Moscow sentenced former Ensign Valery Danielyan, who participated in the theft of the Defence Ministry's apartments, to 7 years in prison. The court convicted Danielyan in 55 episodes of Swindling (part 4 of Art. 159 of the Criminal Code).
Note that earlier, in 2015, the Ensign has already been convicted by the Zyuzinsky Сourt of Moscow for similar crimes. Then the defendant was accused in the fact that he stole 15 apartments from the Ministry of Defence, inflicting damage of 355 million rubles. The court sentenced him to a 12 years of imprisonment in the strict regime penal colony, later, the sentence was reduced by six months. Therefore, the Cheryomushkinsky District Court of Moscow appointed Danielyan 13 years in prison in conjunction with the previous punishment.
Defendants in the case were also entrepreneurs and representatives of the Ministry of Defense - Violetta Fursova, Vera Maslovskaya, Sergey Maslovsky, Alexey Semin, Igor Ganichev, Stanislav Balyukin. However, it is former Land Forces Ensign Danielyan, who, according to investigators, organized fraudelent scheme. In 2013, fraudsters received a property at their disposal with the help of forged documents for the right to housing for social rent agreement, namely, extracts from the orders of the Chief of the Ministry of Defense Residential-Operational Department. Attackers managed to privatize dozens of apartments owned by public entities with these extracts. After the registration of rights to housing, apartments were sold at market prices to purchasers in good faith. According to the ICR's data, the damage from their actions is amounted to 1 billion rubles.
Tags: Moscow Courts Investigative Committee Ministry of Defense
Deputy head of North Caucasian Railway arrested for $23k bribe
Deputy head of Deposit Insurance Corporation flees abroad following detention of Federal Security Service colonel Cherkalin
Vice-Rector of Siberian Federal University detained
Kuban police chief keeps subordinates' bonuses
FSB seized documents in Novgorod Ministry of Forestry due to illegal logging
Pension Fund deputy head detained for bribing after searches
Former deputy head of traffic police in Obninsk to be tried
Deputy head of the Rostekhnadzor management department arrested for taking bribes in money and Mercedes
First deputy head of North Caucasus railway caught taking $24.000 bribe
Federal Security Service detains 9 customs officers of Domodedovo at 'award ceremony'
Former head of Kuzbass Main Directorate of Federal Penitentiary Service sentenced to 8.5 years in colony for bribes
Khabarovsk: railway station deputy chief busted on $196k bribe


Ikh Nartiin Chuluu argali ram, April 2005: This big old ram let me follow him around for about half an hour.
I'm starting the New Year with a new series on Mongolian wildlife. These will be short profiles with essential information and interesting links. First up is the animal which brought me to Mongolia in the first place, the argali, now one of my favorite subjects.
Weight, height and horn length: Argali are the world's largest mountain sheep. A large ram can weigh as much as 375 lbs (65-170km). They stand from 3-4″ (90-120cm) at the shoulder. The horns can measure up to 65″ (165cm).
Argali rams, Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve, July 2009; I peeked over the ridge (after dragging my oxygen-starved body up a steep slope following my guide) and what should I see...a big group of argali rams, twelve in all.
Argali rams, Ikh Nartiin Chuluu, August 2010; In all my six trips to Mongolia, going out to see argali every time, this sighting was the jackpot....five rams less than 50 yards away and I had them to myself for at least an hour.
Argali ram, ewe and lamb, Ikh Nartiin Chuluu, July 2011; Typical sighting of argali up on the rocks.
-There are no argali in captivity, neither zoos or reserves. The only place to see them is in their native habitats.
– While the rams do fight it out during the annual rut for mating privileges, otherwise argali don't have set herds or harems. Who is with who can change through the day. Rams mingle freely with ewes and lambs, form bachelor groups or wander around on their own.
– In July of 2009, I was in the right place and the right time to be the first person to ever photograph an argali swimming a river…the Kherlen Gol, which flows through Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve. It was known that they do it, but since almost all the research on them is done at Ikh Nartiin Chuluu, where there are no rivers, no one had ever actually seen, much less photographed, it.


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I do something similar except I layer more soil plus lawn clippings and last fall's leaves on top as the potatoes grow. This gives me both potatoes and a nice compost. What I did not do is your very clever inner bucket. I will start this spring. Thanks.


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You might choose a fixed-rate loan to lock in a low rate. Borrowers choose fixed-rate loans when interest rates are low and they wish to lock in the low rate. If you have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) now, refinancing with a fixed-rate loan can provide greater stability in monthly payments. If you have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) now, we'd love to help you lock in a fixed-rate at the best rate currently available. Call The Ross Fund at (949) 533-5311 to discuss how we can help.
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This performance interlaces the movements of a performer with the choreography of the sound. The flutist uses the sound, the room, and her movements to affect the resonances of a space, mixing technology, music, and pathways to discover new meanings of space. A webcam tracks the movements, and a tiny wireless triggering device attached to the flute controls the structure and pacing of the work as well as the sound processing in real time.
This work-in-progress is part of the artist's 2009 Japan-United States Friendship Commission Fellowship Award project. It is based on five months of research into various Japanese dance traditions and spiritual spaces (architectures), and collaborations with traditional and electronic musicians. The final goal of this work is to create an ensemble piece in which two to four players are able to move within a space and interact with the music, each other, and the sound that travels within the space. The spatialization (sound diffusion) is an important feature of the piece, like an additional player in the ensemble.


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Managing people in another culture is much harder than I (Curt) expected. We've had several staff members quit or be fired for different reasons. Here's the latest.
A waiter, who had worked for us for 2 months, started showing up late a lot, about 8 days out of 10 to be exact. His job upon arriving at the restaurant is to mop the floor before we open the doors. One day, he was late again, and so I was mopping the floor in his place. He showed up 20 minutes late, sat down at a table, and started eating some bread he brought in, while I continued mopping the floor. Wow. Watching your boss mop because you're late? Big mistake.
So I calmly said to him, "Hey, are you going to do your job today? Because if not, you may as well just go home." He got mad and said, "What? I can't have some breakfast before I start work?" I said, "Of course you can, before you arrive, at 10:30 like you are supposed to. If I have to do your job, then I don't need you working here. You can choose, do the job you agreed to do, or go home."
So really I didn't fire him, because he chose to go home. Haven't seen him since. Did he really expect to show up late 8 days out of 10, and then watch his boss mop the floor in his place while he sits and chills? I remember in high school when I worked at a restaurant, and I can't imagine doing that- my boss would've shown me the door in a heartbeat, and he was a pretty nice guy. Do your job or hit the road!
You're getting good at this firing thing.....ugh!!!! Great that you set the standards and stick to them...a good boss!


Today's laminate has come a long way. Not only is it aesthetically appealing, but there are countless looks and textures to choose from. Whether you prefer the appearance of wood, stone, or tile, laminate makes any room pop for an affordable price. We've compiled everything you need to know about laminate flooring right here. So, if you're considering flooring your home with laminate, you've come to the right place.
Laminate can be used anywhere in the home. It is extremely versatile and the perfect choice for any room. However, laminate is best in areas of your home that have a lot of traffic. Use it in hallways, entryways, or the family room. Laminate is also a great choice for flooring a basement where concrete slabs lack the level flooring needed for hardwood.
Great-looking floors are easy to maintain with laminate. They have tough exteriors that resist stains, moisture, scuffs, and scratches for years of unbeatable protection. It's also a good choice for the kitchen because it cleans up so easily.
If you love entertaining, you'll love laminate floors. They handle heavy traffic without showing wear and clean up easily after the occasional spill! Fortunately, laminate flooring is long lasting and affordable.
Plus, it's easier than ever to find the style you need to set your room apart. There's a huge range of types of laminate flooring, each with a style of its own. From the rugged beauty of slate to the natural warmth of hardwood to the clean look of ceramic tile, it's all possible with laminate.
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Keep laminate flooring in mind for the next time you want to balance the natural elegance of hardwood or stone with the versatility, durability, and affordability your lifestyle demands. With so many laminate options available, you're sure to find one that's perfect for your needs.


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Your love story is full of special days and extraordinary moments.
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Wedding videography tells the story of your day from start to finish. It captures not only the moments, but the entire experience. It lets you re-live this day over just like you dreamed. With wedding videography, you can hear your vows again. You can hear your loved ones' laughs, see your smiles in real time, and watch the faces around you as you walk down the aisle. Wedding days often feel like a blur, and capturing it on film ensures you don't miss or forget a moment.
Videography captures all of the little moments. It's the sweet kisses, the hugs between guests, the killer dance moves, and the big finale. Wedding videos are the only way to not only remember specific times of the day, but to remember the day as a whole. You worked hard to plan your day and it will be full of details that showcase your love story. Capturing these details on film helps to preserve the day in your memories and helps you share it with the world. You'll be able to re-watch your wedding video and re-live the day, imagining it as if you were still there.
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This volume provides a detailed and comprehensive assessment of the performance of the Spanish economy in the 1990s and examines Spain's future prospects versus European Economic and Monetary Union.
It analyses recent structural changes in the Spanish economy and macro-economic performance, as well as developments in government policy. The book also contains in-depth empirical studies of recent reforms in the labour market, changes in industry and the process of privatisation. This is an extremely valuable work for all those with an interest in the Spanish economy and European Economics.


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It is indeed and honor and privilege for me to serve as your host here in Cajun Country. I am excited to welcome all of my shipmates to New Orleans and we will do all that we can do to make sure your visit will be a great one. I have tried to put together an agenda that will please everyone. We will work to keep the cost as low as possible.
On Tuesday: We will start out with a wonderful day with registration and getting reacquainted with past shipmates that some of us have not seen for 40, 50, or 60 years. We will have entertainment in the hospitality room and we can just set around, have some refreshments, visit and tell war stories.
On Wednesday: we will visit the Laura Plantation and will visit Oak Alley Plantation for a tour and lunch. We will then take a city tour of the lake front, St. Charles Ave and City Park.
On Thursday: we will Visit the World War II Museum. This will take most of the day with lunch being served on site. Ships auction and buffet.
On Friday: we will go to Jackson Barracks then to Chalmette Battlefield and Cemetery where we will hold our ships Memorial Service. In the afternoon we will have lunch and will go to Slidell for a Swamp Tour.
On Saturday: freetime to shop and enjoy New Orleans, have our business meeting and of course our Ships Dinner Banquet.
River Walk, shopping and dining (everyone will get a discount book), aquarium, Insectariums and Imax, Harrah's Casino, French Quarters shopping and great food, Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral and Bourbon Street. I look forward to seeing all of you in New Orleans!!!
To make your room reservation call Astor Crowne Plaza hotel at 888-696-4806 and tell them that you are with the USS O'Brien DD 725 reunion to be held on Sept 4th thru 9th 2012.
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KISOJI is the most mountainous section in Nakasendo, one of the 5 old main trade & travel route(*) in the Edo period (17-19 centuries). The section lies in the Kiso Valley, between Tsumago-juku in Nagano Prefecture and Magome-juku in Gifu Prefecture --- JUKU means an old posting station. Now it is famous for hiking course with beautiful seasonal flowers and traditional local festivals. FURUSATO means 'hometown'. We hope Kosoji Furusato YH will become your second home!
*The Edo Five Routes: Tokaido, Nakasendo, Koshu Kaido, Oshu Kaido and Nikko Kaido.
Pic 1,2: YH is located on the half-hill, 400m high ground. From Ochiai bus-stop approx 20 minutes walk, 2km uphill.
Pic 3: Dining room. We keep your bottle drink in refridgerator. We provide free hot water, free tea, sometimes snack, pay coffee. There is a vending machine outside (30m).
Pic 4: Magome-juku & Pic 5: Tsumago-juku --- Magome has been burnt down once and restored. Tsumago remains in its original form, especially HONJIN, which was the officially appointed inn used by daimyo (feudal lord) in the Edo period. Both area has HONJIN museum. The temperature rises to 30°C in summer and drops to -5°C in winter.
Pic 6: Dinner 1,050yen & Pic 7: Breakfast 630yen. We just provide Japanese style meal with rice. Vegetarian meals and food allergy must be consulted ahead. Laundry (detergent included) 150yen, drier 220yen, free shampoo, rinse and soap.
Pic 8: Common room with IRORI, Japanese style fireplece. Sitting around the fire, talking with friends, waiching TV, reading guidebooks or just lying around,,, We hope you feel at home and have a heartwarming time!!
Pic 9: Terrace for smoking, BBQ, enjoying the cool breeze blowing down from Mt. Ena 2189m, stargazing etc.
Pic10: Dormitory (5-bedded room) --- Rooms include 1 x 2-bedded room, 1 x 4-bedded room, 1 x 4-guest Japanese style room and 1 x 5-bedded room.
From JR Nakatsugawa station take a Kitaena bus bound for Magome (via Nakagiri) or Sakashita. Get off at Ochiai. Walk about 20 minutes.


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Methodology and Computing in Applied Probability
June 2007 , Volume 9, Issue 2, pp 307–323 | Cite as
Some Information Theoretic Ideas Useful in Statistical Inference
Takis Papaioannou
Kosmas Ferentinos
Charalampos Tsairidis
In this paper we discuss four information theoretic ideas and present their implications to statistical inference: (1) Fisher information and divergence generating functions, (2) information optimum unbiased estimators, (3) information content of various statistics, (4) characterizations based on Fisher information.
Information generating function Information optimum estimation Information content Acid test properties Quantal random censoring Koziol–Green model Truncated data Characterizations of Fisher information
This paper was written while the first author was visiting the University of Cyprus, Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
AMS 2000 Subject Classification
Primary 62B10 Secondary 94A17
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1.Department of Statistics and Insurance ScienceUniversity of PiraeusPiraeusGreece
2.Department of MathematicsUniversity of IoanninaIoanninaGreece
3.Department of Social AdministrationDemocritus University of ThraceKomotiniGreece
Papaioannou, T., Ferentinos, K. & Tsairidis, C. Methodol Comput Appl Probab (2007) 9: 307. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11009-007-9017-7
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Publisher Name Kluwer Academic Publishers-Plenum Publishers


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Childhood chronic illness refers to conditions in pediatric patients that are usually prolonged in duration, do not resolve on their own, and are associated with impairment or disability. The duration required for an illness to be defined as chronic is generally greater than 12 months, but this can vary, and some organizations define it by limitation of function rather than a length of time. Regardless of the exact length of duration, these types of conditions are different than acute, or short-lived, illnesses which resolve or can be cured. There are many definitions for what counts as a chronic condition. However, children with chronic illnesses will typically experience at least one of the following: limitation of functions relative to their age, disfigurement, dependency on medical technologies or medications, increased medical attention, and a need for modified educational arrangements.

There are many different diseases affecting children that have a prolonged course and can lead to disability or impairment including asthma, sickle cell anemia, congenital heart disease, obesity, neurodevelopmental conditions, and epilepsy. Owing to improvements in public health and health infrastructure, infant and child mortality especially from infectious causes has decreased in most areas of the world. Therefore, children are living longer with chronic illnesses.

Epidemiology
It is difficult to know the exact number of children who have a chronic illness worldwide. Given that there is no agreement on the definition for a chronic illness and that quality data from every country is not guaranteed, there is a wide range of estimates of prevalence and incidence. In the United States, the American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that between ten and twenty million children and adolescents live with a chronic condition while estimates of the prevalence of chronic conditions among youth more than doubled from 12.8% in 1994 to 26.6% in 2006. One important trend to consider is that the overall number of children with chronic illnesses is increasing. This rise is likely due to decreased infant and child mortality from previously lethal diseases due to innovations in medication and other treatment as well as increased ability to diagnose and therefore discover chronic conditions. Common chronic illnesses in children include asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, obesity and overweight, malnutrition, developmental disabilities and differences, and mental illness. Leading causes of poor outcomes due to childhood chronic illness, however, depend on geographic region.

Common Childhood Chronic Diseases
Chronic diseases in children may have a genetic (hereditary) cause, an environmental (acquired) cause or a combination of both. Early identification and treatment of the disease is key to successful health outcomes. Chronic diseases can affect multiple organ systems and can, therefore, manifest in different ways. Highlighted below are the more common manifestations of chronic childhood disease.

Anemia
Anemia is a condition that involves a reduction in the number of red blood cells circulating in the blood. Red blood cells are packed with a chemical called hemoglobin, which is the main transporter of oxygen in the blood. The decrease in the oxygen-carrying-capacity of the blood will result in children presenting with fatigue, irritability, weakness, frequent napping, and pale skin. A deficiency in iron intake is the main cause of anemia in children and can be managed by eating a balanced diet that includes foods containing iron such as leafy green vegetables, cereals, and red meat.

Asthma
Asthma is a common chronic disease in children that impacts their ability to breathe. The disease is characterized by inflammation of the airways and patients will commonly present with coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing. Asthma in children is typically triggered by environmental antigens, allergies, viral respiratory infections, fumes, obesity, and emotional factors including stress.

Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited (genetic) disease that can present with symptoms within the first two years of life. The genetic defect results in the production of thick mucus in the lungs, pancreas, liver, small intestine, and reproductive organs. The thick mucus in the lungs moves slower than usual, thereby allowing enough time for bacteria to grow. This predisposes patients with cystic fibrosis to repeated episodes of respiratory infection in the form of pneumonia or bronchitis.

Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic illness involving the body's inability to regulate the amount of glucose in the blood. There are two types of Diabetes: Type 1 Diabetes, also known as juvenile-onset diabetes, commonly affects children and is due to an inability of the pancreas to produce insulin. Type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes, commonly affects adults but can also affect children and is due to the body's inability to respond to insulin appropriately. Both forms lead to elevated blood glucose levels which can lead to the following complications in kids: bed-wetting, significant thirst, weight loss, and increased appetite.

Malnutrition
Malnutrition is particularly common in low and middle-income countries and is the cause of significant morbidity and mortality in children. Risk factors for malnutrition in children include chronic poverty, food insecurity, inadequate maternal and fetal nutritional uptake, and underlying comorbidities.  Severe malnutrition can present in children as muscle wasting, stunted growth, and kwashiorkor. These children will also have an impaired immune system which increases their risk of severe infection and death.

Childhood Overweight and Obesity
Overweight and obesity in children is a chronic illness that has been steadily increasing in prevalence in the US. This disease disproportionately impacts low-income and minority communities. Non-Hispanic Black, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaskan Native children have a higher burden of disease than white children. Psychosocial risk factors include environmental stressors, food insecurity, chronic stress, and systemic racism.

Management
Taking care of a child with a chronic illness will require a team of providers that may include medical providers, therapists, educators, and other caregivers.

Psychological
Coping with a chronic illness can challenge many aspects of life, and some therapies can help children and their families adjust to their condition.

Psychological Management in Children
Children with chronic illnesses have a higher risk of developing mental health disturbances than their healthy counterparts. Many evidence-based interventions exist to treat children with mental health issues; however, these interventions often have not been validated for children with chronic physical illnesses, and their efficacy on this population is not fully understood. Nevertheless, psychological management in children with chronic diseases should be prioritized similarly to the management of physical symptoms because it can impact the child's quality of life, behavior, and functioning.

Behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy can help children improve their condition and manage the stress associated with a chronic illness. Behavior therapy in the setting of chronic illnesses aims to change problematic learned behaviors using classical conditioning and operant techniques. Some examples of behavioral therapy for children with asthma include stress management techniques and contingency coping exercises. In one study, the asthma patients randomized to such therapies demonstrated fewer behavioral adjustment problems. Additionally, systematic desensitization can be used to decrease children's fear associated with some medical treatments, such as imaging or invasive procedures.

One of the more studied interventions for the psychological management of chronic physical illness in children is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is used to build resilience in children with chronic diseases. It includes breathing exercises, relaxation training, imagery, distraction methods, coping models, cognitive coping skills, reinforcement for compliance, behavioral rehearsal, role-play, and direct coaching. CBT has positive effects in specifically treating anxiety and depression in this population; when treatment includes both parents and child, it can improve physical symptoms associated with the child's condition.

Psychological Management in Parents
Parents of children with chronic conditions often experience higher stress levels, maladaptive behaviors, and mental health issues due to challenges associated with balancing their child's care and other obligations. The adverse effects of chronic childhood illness in parents are critical to address because the child's well-being depends on the parents' ability to deal with the situation and maintain healthy family dynamics. Treatments aim to improve parents' distress, adaptive behaviors, family dynamics, and the sick child's well-being.

Currently, there is a lot of debate about what interventions are the most effective for parents, and often the efficacy of therapy appears to depend on the child's condition. For example, psychotherapy has helped improve parental adaptive behaviors in parents of children with cancer but not in others. Additionally, some therapies may work for some targeted outcomes but not others. Treatments can include psychotherapy, CBT, problem-solving therapy (PST), family therapy (FT), and multi-systemic therapy (MST). Of these, PST has shown to improve parents' adaptive behavior, mental health, and stress level post-treatment.

Diet
Nutrition is a crucial part of managing many chronic conditions in children. Many chronic illnesses increase children's risk of developing growth complications due to increased inflammation and other pathological processes specific to each disease. Inflammation is one of the main drivers of growth failure and malnutrition in children with chronic illnesses because it decreases caloric intake and increases both energy demands and energy losses. Consequently, children can experience food aversion, intolerance, malabsorption, and loss of lean muscle and fat.

The specific management of nutrition varies depending on the patient and their disease. The goal of treatment is to increase energy intake to match the increased energy needs and to supplement nutrient deficiencies. General guidelines for treatment include regular monitoring of growth and development, checking nutritional status, addressing issues with food intake, reviewing medications and supplements, referral to a specialist and assessment of food insecurity. Nutrition management is essential for many children with chronic diseases because poor nutrition is associated with worse treatment responses, development of comorbidities, and lowered survival in some cases.

Transition to Adult Care
The transition from pediatric and family-centered care to adult-centered care is an area of management that has recently gained importance due to the increased prevalence of chronic diseases and lengthened life expectancy in children with chronic conditions. This transition is an ongoing area of research, and better data is still needed to assess the effectiveness of different models of transition.

The transition process is multifactorial and depends on patients' goals, family preferences, cultural differences, and the patient's condition. Guidelines on conducting this process vary amongst countries and healthcare institutions. Most guidelines from countries where western medicine is practiced have similar characteristics. First, early planning is often desirable to allow enough time for the transition and to decrease potential adverse outcomes and the need for acute care. For example, the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence sets transition guidelines in the UK and recommends that planning starts as early as when the child is thirteen or fourteen. Second, a systematic approach that provides good communication between providers, patients, and families is preferred. A dedicated transition coordinator is appointed to manage this process sometimes. Lastly, providers and parents should encourage self-managing of care as the child develops a stronger desire for autonomy and independence. Methods used to achieve self-management will likely depend on the child's capacity and understanding. Plans can include educating the child about their condition, providing different communication tools to reach providers, referring them to peer support or advocacy groups, and encouraging them to be involved in decision-making.

Outcomes

Development
Chronic illness can affect a child's development at any stage. During infancy and childhood chronic illness can be detrimental to the development of secure attachment, interpersonal trust, self-regulation, and/or peer relation skills. During middle adolescence, chronic illness can prevent a child from being in school on a regular basis. This can affect a child's academic and social competence. During adolescence, chronic illness can affect the development of autonomy and self-image. It can also interfere with peer and romantic relationships, and the desire for independence can lead to poor treatment compliance. Stress coping methods significantly influence how well children with chronic illnesses emotionally and behaviorally develop and adjust to their illness.  Children with chronic illnesses experience increased absenteeism, poorer school experiences, and poorer educational outcomes than their peers, especially in the case of severe disease, intense treatment regimens, and lower SES. Some research suggests educational outcomes remain poorer in adults who experience childhood chronic illness, but financial outcomes do equalize with proper support.  Childhood chronic illnesses are common among school-aged children in the United States, and these illnesses often require management within school settings for a child to safely attend.  At any stage, children with chronic illness can have reduced quality of life, especially if the children or their families are of low socioeconomic status. Malnutrition is a greater risk among children with chronic illnesses, and children's physical and cognitive development may be poorly impacted, such as abnormal immune system regulation and decreased IQ scores.

Adulthood
Childhood chronic illnesses and their sequelae persist into adulthood, such as in the case of asthma or diabetes. Despite management of individual diseases, a diagnosis of chronic childhood disease generally does not resolve upon growth into adulthood. Relatedly, experiencing a childhood chronic illness may lead to financial hardships later in life, as shown in childhood cancer survivors.

Society and Culture

Impact on family members and caregivers
The presence of a child with a chronic illness in the home has multiple effects on the family's life as it may affect daily routines. One potential consequence is the physical space inside the home being altered by the need for home health or medical equipment. As such children typically require frequent appointments, caregivers can feel strain to participate in their other children's lives equally and may develop increased levels of stress and family discord. Caregivers report lower physical and psychological quality of life, and coping strategies are important in improving psychological quality of life, just as it is for the ill children themselves. Healthy siblings of children with a chronic illnesses can have negative experiences and emotions, including withdrawal, overwhelm, and isolation even when social support is present. Child life specialists and health professionals must provide additional support to facilitate proper psychosocial adjustment among healthy siblings, as they already do for ill children. The time requirements could also increase social isolation from extended family members. Given the cost associated with the greater need for specialized treatments as well as decreased time to work, these families may also experience economic difficulties.

Societal Impact
Childhood chronic illnesses can have large-scale implications for societies. One to two percent of healthcare budgets in developed countries is spent on asthma, the most common childhood chronic illness. While not specific to childhood disease, the CDC reports that 90% of the U.S. national spending on healthcare goes to chronic diseases broadly.

References

Further reading

Pediatrics

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LAWRENCE – Students who move to new schools are likelier to have lower test scores and more absences, research at the University of Kansas found.
Using data from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Kansas City Area Education Research Consortium (KC-AERC), which is housed at KU, looked at how many students transferred in and out of schools in three counties in the Kansas City, Missouri, metropolitan area. Of the more than 160,000 students studied, one in five had moved between June 2014 and May 2015. More than 6,000 students had changed schools two or more times.
"If you are a teacher who has a child who even moved one time during the school year, you need to be cognizant of the fact that they are probably missing more instructional days than other students and are less likely to be proficient in math and communication arts," said Leigh Anne Taylor Knight, executive director of KC-AERC and one of the study's lead researchers.
The research found students who had changed schools were 60 percent less likely to be proficient in communication arts and 62 percent less likely to be proficient in math as students who didn't move.
On average, students who transferred schools missed four instructional days, and 25 percent of those students were absent for six or more days between moves. Black students and other students of color, English language learners and students from poorer neighborhoods were more likely to move to different schools. Homeless students were 200 times more likely to change schools.
The data showed that while transfers were highest at the start of the school year and second semester, transfers in September, October and November were nearly as high as those in August and January. For every one transfer that occurred during the summer, 1.25 transfers happened during the school year.
"The educational impact of student mobility is felt by both the students who are mobile and the students who are in the classroom receiving the mobile students," said Donna Ginther, who is the director of the Center for Science, Technology & Economic Policy, which oversees the KC-AERC, as well as a KU economics professor, who worked on the study.
The KC-AERC's findings were presented earlier this month at the Kansas City GradNation Summit, which brought together education and community leaders to address student mobility in the region. The summit was a partnership with America's Promise Alliance and GradNation program, which works to raise graduation rates across the country.
An overview of the study and Taylor Knight's presentation at the summit can be viewed here.
Previously, the most notable research on student mobility had used data on the number of total transfers in and out of school districts or school buildings. This research is among the first to use individual student level data, with all identifying information removed, to track how a move directly relates to a student's absence, academic achievement and subsequent moves.
The three counties represented in the data include urban, suburban and rural areas and provide schools with different mixes of socioeconomics and ethnicities.
"This is a microcosm for the rest of the nation," Taylor Knight said.
Researchers hope further analysis will identify school districts that have maintained high academic achievement despite having high student mobility rates. They are looking for policies or practices that have been implemented in those schools that would improve a new student's assimilation. At schools where high student mobility is associated with dramatic academic decline, researchers want to study what factors contribute to the drop.
"The data is so powerful that this could turn into a much fuller research agenda," Ginther said.
Formed in 2008, the KC-AERC brings together social science, science and education researchers from KU, Kansas State University, University of Missouri-Columbia and University of Missouri-Kansas City to collaborate with school districts in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The goal is to form an educational research consortium for the study and improvement of student achievement across the region. The KC-AERC is housed under KU's Center for Science, Technology & Economic Policy, which is one of six research centers at KU's Institute for Policy & Social Research.