Since you're still here I'll assume you're either thinking about investing in a GPS or already have one. This page will be targeted more toward the former but you never know when you might find something new on the subject.
You hate reading maps but need to know how to get from point "A" to point "B"
If any of the above sound like you then read on. Please know there will be some generalizations. Some GPS units are far more capable than others. I'll try to remember to note differences when necessary but basically some units will give you elevation, others will not. Some units will automatically design a route for you and allow you to input your own 'points of interest' others will not. Some have hard drives (avoiding these on a bike is a wise idea) others hold maps on internal memory and memory cards you can add. Some units will fit in your pocket and have internal power while others are made specifically for use on (or in) a vehicle and use 12 volt battery power. Shop carefully and decide exactly what you want and need in a GPS before plunking your money down. Also shop, shop shop! There can be variations in the hundreds of dollars between the MSRP and what some vendors actually sell these devices for, especially if you can find a remanufactured unit on E-Bay.
So, what are some things you might want in a GPS? For use on a bike you'll definitely want a fairly bright screen, don't go with anything that will wash out badly in the sun. Be sure you can hit the buttons with gloves on. You'll probably want to be able to upload routes with waypoints from a computer. Do you want voice prompts for turns? Will you be happy enough with a unit that tells you "turn left in X feet/miles" or do you want the voice to actually provide street names? Will you be able to hear the voice on a bike? If so you'll probably need a GPS with Bluetooth or a phone jack for remote speakers (in your helmet works really well). Some have altimeters some don't, some are water proof most aren't. Is there a way to mount the unit on your handlebars?
I'm going to focus on Garmin products primarily because I've had several and am familiar with their features. Garmin's are very robust, have excellent technical support and arguably the best maps available. I have no experience with Magellan or Tom-Tom or any other brand GPS so just use the following as a general guide and shop those brands too. Just keep in mind it's likely a GPS on a bike will be dealing with vibration, harsh road conditions and weather. Make sure there is a way to mount the unit you're looking at on a bike (more on that later).
The rest of this page is kept for posterity. Garmin has discontinued the models shown below. Visit https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/cOnTheRoad-cMotorcycles-p1.html for current offerings.
For starters there is the excellent and very low priced Garmin StreetPilot i2. You don't get a whole lot of bells and whistles but you do get a complete and detailed map of the U.S, auto routing, voice guidance and (as with all that will be mentioned here) a built in list of fuel stops, restaurants, hostelries and even parks and museums. The screen is monochrome. A major upside of the "i" series is its size, about the same as a hardball.
A step up from the i2 is the StreetPiloti3 which adds a color screen and then the StreetPilot i5 which adds more features. Take a look at the linked pages, note the features and start making a list of those that appeal to you. None of the above are water proof.
From the "I" series Garmin moves up to the "C" series beginning with the StreetPilotC320. That is the one most recommended for motorcycles because the other "C" series units have built in hard drives which are susceptible to vibration damage. I'm sure there are riders out there who have thousands of miles on hard drive based units but why take the chance when card memory is so inexpensive and you can get all of the U.S. and Canada inside a 2 gig chip? There are two problems for riders with the 320 series. The screen washes out badly in direct sunlight. There are sun shades available to combat this problem. The unit is not water resistant. The speakers are open to the elements and 'could' in some situations allow water to work its way into the case. If you only ride when the weather is fair then this won't be a problem but if the H20 begins falling on a ride, you'd want to stash the unit in a saddlebag away from harm.
All of the above GPS units will auto route. You tell it where you want to go inputting address information or letting the GPS question you about 'what' you're looking for "Motel 6? Right this way sir." The above units will not let you insert your own points of interest (stopping places) along a route. That means if you're going to be doing 500 miles one day and you need fuel every 100 you'll have to input five separate routes beginning at a gas station and ending at a gas station. The GPS will find those for you and it doesn't take much time or effort to do this, just something to think about.
From the "C" series the next step up at Garmin is the Quest series and is among those recommended by Garmin for use on a motorcycle. This GPS doesn't have the touch screen of the "I", "C" or some other series but the buttons are very intuitive and not a problem to use with gloves. A major upside of the Quest is its internal battery that lets you take it off the bike and into your hotel room to plan a next days route. The Quest screen does not wash out badly in the sun.
Next step is the 26??/27?? series. Entry level here is the very capable and tried and true StreetPilot2610. This is a huge favorite of tourers for its ease of use, bright (even in the sun) screen, touch screen controls and its capabilities. This unit will run several trip odometers for you (simultaneously), is extremely accurate and you can configure the map screen to suit your riding style with pop up tabs showing you things like speed, time, altitude, neighborhood addresses along with (when auto routing) pop up windows showing you when and where to turn. As with the other units mentioned above there is voice prompting if you choose to use it. If you use your bike to commute you might want to look at the StreetPilot 2720 with its traffic notification capability or the super feature rich (and pricey) StreetPilot 2730 with built in Satellite radio receiver and MP3 player. At that point we've even reached gadget saturation for me! The StreetPilot 2820 adds Bluetooth hands free phone communication. Do you really want to talk on the phone while you're riding a bike?
With new models coming out on a regular basis there's no way this page will keep up with them. For other options check Garmin's website. Magellan's Website is here and Tom Tom. Both Garmin and Tom Tom now have a GPS specifically for motorcycles and they have obviously listened to riders about what they need. Garmin's "Zumo" (picture left) has become very popular with riders thanks to it's large buttons suitable for use with gloves on, big bright screen and other features that motorcyclists really appreciate. Tom Tom's "Rider" (picture right) was also designed with input from riders.
Once you've zeroed in on the model that best suits your needs and bank account I'd suggest checking E-Bay and other online shopping outlets for pricing. This is a very competitive market and there are bargains to be had. Occasionally you'll find a unit that someone purchased for a single cross country trip selling at a substantial discount. Grab it! These things don't wear out. Just be sure, if you purchase on E-Bay you are buying everything that was originally in the box. Once in awhile sellers omit power cords, remotes and even software.
Garmin produces excellent and very robust motorcycle cradles for many of its products and most work hand in hand with mounts made by RAM. At this point you have more decisions to make. Can you live with a "U" bolt around your handlebar or do you want something more elegant (and probably a couple of more $$). You can visit RAM and browse their catalog directly or check out GPSCity for very competitive pricing and a complete line of GPS related products.
The Cadillac (Lexus?) of mounts is made by Touratech. You might be holding your heart when you see the pricing but these are absolutely elegant, usually aluminum and/or stainless mounts. This is the mount you want when only the best will do. Touratech might not have mounting solutions for all the GPS's mentioned above.
As mentioned previously, some units have built in batteries (or take standard AA or AAA alkalines) but you really don't want to run on internal batteries when the unit is mounted. They're usually only good for 4-6 hours. Almost all GPS's designed for vehicle use come with a 12 volt plug so you can just use your car battery. And on your bike? Sometimes that's a little problem. The best solution is to find a spot where you can mount a standard female 12 volt power outlet. Sometimes (if the GPS gets power via a USB plug) this is the ONLY solution since there's almost always a transformer inside the plug to reduce actual output to 5 volts. Cutting the wire to the plug and hard wiring to your bikes systems can and probably will fry the GPS.
If your GPS really uses 12 volt power (the owners manual specifications page will tell you) you can hardwire a harness to your bike's OEM accessory outlet or, if you can find one, any wire that is always hot in the headlight bucket. You DO want the connection to be powered at all times if you're on a trip. As long as the GPS is powered up it is keeping track of your actual time on the road, stopped time, average trip speed/time, total trip time etc.
If you weren't a little concerned about your GPS being mounted on handlebars for all the world to see and some thief to try ripping off I'd have to say you're either a little nuts or have way too much money. These things are expensive and they are very desirable. Probably 99.9% of people who walk past your bike would see the GPS think "cool!" take a closer look (but not touch) and go on their way. It's those darn one tenth of a percenters you've got to worry about.
Be proactive about keeping your GPS out of view. If you have a riding jacket or suit, drape it over your windshield and the GPS when you park. Nobody is going to want your grungy old clothes. If you have a bike cover, even a small half cover, use it at least to cover your seat (everyone will think you're just trying to keep it cool) and instruments along with the GPS. Of course you could always remove the GPS from its mount every stop. That's probably the preferred method but it'll stop keeping your travel data while unplugged and in your saddlebag. If you can live with that then by all means, lock it away out of sight.
RAM is helping with security by offering locking knobs for its mounting arms and Garmin has security screws that require a special type screwdriver on some of its mounts to prevent easy removal.
Speaking of removal... If you worry about your expensive GPS hopping out of its cradle (a higher possibility for off roaders) you can devise your own tether. Check This Gadget Page for an idea or two.
The various makes and models all use different configurations to make map details available to the user. Some have an internal hard drive with all the detailed maps (usually) pre-loaded by the manufacturer. Others are supplied with mapping software (either on CD or DVD) that you load onto a chip of one kind or another. Some use SD (secure digital) chips while others use larger CF (compact flash) memory. After reading quite a few reports on various GPS forums I've learned there is a difference in speed when using those memory chips. Long story short, you usually get what you pay for. An example (there are many other manufacturers). SanDisk makes two frequently used qualities of chip the "Standard" and the "Extreme". In timed tests the Extreme seems to outpace the standard by a large margin when asking the GPS to create routes.
For some odd reason, SD memory chips are frequently sold at prices below their much larger CF card cousins for comparable memory size. Result, I found myself with a couple of 1 gig SD chips for my digital camera which would have been great for holding map information for my 2610. Unfortunately the Garmin uses the larger CF cards.
To the rescue, an adapter card. These puppies are hard to find. I ordered one from an E-Bay vendor in Hong Kong (go to E-Bay and search for "sd to cf adapter"). I used a card reader to load almost the entire U.S. map onto the little SD chip. That was inserted completely into the CF II adapter which went into the 2610 no muss no fuss. The first time I turned on the GPS with its new memory configuration I saw a message that indicated maps were being loaded. I'd never seen that one before and it turns out it only happens once.
Once the GPS was up and running I went into the options area and actually un-checked the majority of loaded maps since I'm really only interested at the moment in California/Arizona/ Nevada roads. My 'theory' is that with most of the mapping turned off access might be a little faster for those areas left active. The user can always turn the map 'blocks' on again if needed.
Is there any speed difference loading routes? I haven't held a stop watch on it but if there is any difference using the adapter it isn't obvious. Bottom line, if you already have SD memory you can use it in your Garmin. The CF II adapters work fine.
A GPS mounted on a bike really can be a huge help when touring but it can also be the path to serious injury or worse. Many Garmin models designed for vehicle use have a "safe" mode that disables some functions when the vehicle is moving. I would STRONGLY suggest leaving safe mode turned on. The protected functions often require a lot of attention which is time and focus you're not using on the road and that is a path to disaster. Other than pushing a button to change screens leave everything else alone until you can pull over and safely devote your time and attention to the GPS. I'd suggest the same for cell phones but that's a whole other issue. Same reasoning though. Anything that detracts or distracts from your absolute focus on the road and traffic conditions around you could kill you. Nuff said.


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Weymouth pub in the running for national award for third consecutive year
By James Moules @DorsetEchoJames Reporter
The pub is up for a national award again Picture: Stonegate Pub Company
A Weymouth pub has been nominated for a national award again.
The Rendezvous, which is known for hosting the Quayside Music Festivals, has made it to the final at the Great British Pub Awards in the category of 'Best For Entertainment'.
The pub previously won the same award in 2017 and was a finalist in 2018.
Manager Keith Treggiden said: "Since we started our quayside festivals twelve years ago, we have grown to almost maximum capacity. We never stop seeking out new talent and we've built a reputation over the years that has meant we're an aspiration for emerging acts. The festivals offer so much more than just music, it's an experience, capturing the essence of British music, with beer and cider, gins and great street food.
"We have a huge building that we maximise to its full potential. It's thanks to the dedication of the entire team and the loyalty of the town that we have done so well. We'll keep on rolling out new ideas to stay on top of our game."
The Quayside Music Festival weekends hosted by the pub frequently attract more than 4,000 visitors.
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The winner of the Great British Pub Awards will be announced at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on Thursday, September 5.

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Lighting is a significant part of a building's infrastructure. The growth of smart building technology means controlling lighting and energy efficiency is easier. Smart lighting systems offer dedicated controls for lights in buildings that enable daylight harvesting (turning lights adjacent to windows when there is enough light outside), dimming control, etc. These are just some of the ways you can manage lighting in buildings, but lighting systems are not confined to these few roles.
1. Asset Tracking
In large buildings such as hospitals, it is easy for medical staff to spend hours trying to find medical equipment. Using Bluetooth transceivers fitted into lighting controls enables tracking of assets, allowing the staff to be directed to the nearest equipment.
2. COVID-19 Tracking
In the current COVID-19 pandemic, a smart building lighting system helps people get into and out of building with zero contact. This happens by analyzing movement patterns and showing frequent congestion areas. It can also be used for anonymous contact tracing. The system tracks down all the people in contact with an infected person within the building. The system alerts them of the risk, and to ask them to get tested.
3. Building Maintenance
Tracking building occupancy rates and saving money spent on cleaning services is easier. Rather than clean a specific area at a given time, your lights can relay data to inform the cleaning staff which areas need cleaning. This includes restrooms, and the system can send an alert to clean restrooms after several uses, rather than following a fixed schedule.
The building's smart system allows the building's operators to collect data and fix any repairs early. The system alerts them of anything that is not working, and the early repair costs less than if the repair was left for far too long. This means there are fewer costs of annual repairs and maintenance costs.
4. The comfort of Building Occupants
The control of the building's environment to make it more comfortable for the occupants is becoming more prioritized. The occupant comfort includes air quality, humidity level, natural light, and safety, especially during the COVID pandemic.
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5. Energy Saving
Smart buildings save a significant amount of money on reduced power bills. Motion sensor lights switch off lights in corridors and rooms until they sense movement. This comes in handy in a building with many people and becomes easier to monitor energy usage. Air conditioning in smart buildings can be set to operate depending on the building's occupancy rate.
When it is colder outside, the temperature goes up, depending on a room's occupancy rate, and turns off any systems like an A/C left on at night or over the weekend by the tenants. These setups automatically save energy, and in turn, thousands of dollars.
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Making your building smart may be a costly investment, but one that gives you a quick ROI (Return on Investment), considering the maintenance and energy costs will be less and the occupancy level always high.
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Consent is the most talk about subject of late and for all the right reasons. But, ever heard of consent for forcing life on another human being?
As per few reports, a 27-year-old man Raphael Samuel, plans to take his parents to court for giving birth to him without his consent. He holds a belief called anti-natalism which is that humans are considered a destructive force to the earth and it's wrong to reproduce, especially if the child did not agree to be born.
Not that he has suffered the misery of life way too much or he doesn't share a cordial relationship with his parents but Samuel is very much not in favour of people giving birth to a child just for the sake of their pleasure.
"I want to tell all Indian kids that they don't owe their parents anything," he told ThePrint.
He also runs a Facebook page – Nihilanand to preach about anti-natalism. On his page he often posts messages like "Isn't forcing a child into this world and forcing it to have a career, kidnapping and slavery?" or "Your parents had you instead of a toy or a dog, you owe them nothing, you are their entertainment".
He wants others to know that there is clearly two options when deciding to have kids, either you do or you don't. Hence, we should ask our parents for an explanation as to why they thought giving birth to us was a good idea.


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Residents of West Palm Beach condo vote against restoring Trump name atop buildings
Alexandra Clough @acloughpbp
The West Palm Beach condominium complex had had the Trump Plaza signs atop the twin towers for decades.
Monday's votes are in, and the people have spoken.
Residents of the Trump Plaza condominium overwhelmingly voted 178-20 to keep the Trump Plaza signs off the top of the twin-tower complex at 525 and 529 S. Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach.
The landslide vote, with more than 90 percent of the owners of the complex's 221 units voting, marks the end of an era for the landmark property.
The towers offer prime views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Palm Beach, where President Donald Trump owns the "Winter White House," Mar-a-Lago.
At 32 stories, Trump Plaza also punches a hole in the West Palm Beach skyline, making the condominium a signature property in the city.
The Trump name has been atop the complex for decades even though the former New York real estate developer has had nothing to do with the property since 1991.
But the back-lit signs stayed up anyway, until they had to be removed two years ago as part of a planned exterior renovation of the building. One Trump Plaza sign faced east, and another sign faced west.
When the renovation was completed, residents faced a decision: Put the signs back up or keep them off?
Monday's vote settles the issue.
The vote reflects the changed opinions of the Trump name, once almost universally considered a valuable global brand.
Since Trump became president in 2016, his controversial policies, politics and behavior have made his name a lightning rod here and elsewhere.
In fact, Trump's name already has been stripped off of other residential complexes.
In New York, for instance, condominium owners in two "Trump Place" buildings on Manhattan's Upper West Side voted to remove the Trump name from their buildings' exteriors.
Trump Plaza condominium president Jeffrey Barr declined to comment.
But the Trump Plaza board, which previously had been neutral on the sign topic, told condo owners in December it would recommend keeping the Trump signs off the top of the complex, sources said.
Residents say there were several reasons why people voted to keep the Trump name away.
The polarizing nature of the president was a major factor. Regardless of political preferences, controversy "is not good for us," one resident said.
Some Trump fans pull up to the base of the complex for pictures, while people who take to the streets to protest Trump sometimes assembled near the complex, making it a magnet for protesters' ire.
Cost was an issue, too. The old signs fell apart when they were removed, and new signs could cost $75,000.
Aesthetics was another factor at the upscale condo complex, where units range from $1 million to $4 million. Some residents concluded it's just not in vogue to have the name of a condominium emblazoned atop a complex anymore.
Donald Trump has had nothing to do with the luxury condominium complex for years. The Trump name was a vestige to the time when, in the 1980s, the brash New York real estate developer tried his hand at finishing the distressed Plaza project.
Trump ended up handing the project to his lenders in 1991, and he's had no affiliation with the project since.
But people not familiar with the complex's history do not know that, and therefore assume Trump still had some ownership or affiliation with the complex, a resident said.
While the Trump name will never again be emblazoned across the top of the condo complex, the condominium officially remains Trump Plaza in condo documents. Also, there still are two street-level Trump Plaza signs.
Next up: Whether to remove the Trump name entirely from the property by just calling the complex "the Plaza," or naming it after its street address. That issue, too, will likely require a vote of the residents but is unlikely to come up for a vote anytime soon.
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Blair Niles (née Mary Blair Rice, 1880–1959) was an American novelist and travel writer. She was a founding member of the Society of Woman Geographers.

Early life and expeditions
Born Mary Blair Rice, Blair was born on The Oaks, her parents' plantation in Staunton, Virginia. She was educated at home by her mother, Marie Gordon "Gordy" Rice, who taught a night school for her four children and children of the sharecroppers. At age 14, Blair attended the Northfield Seminary for Young Ladies in Massachusetts and then the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, where she studied domestic science.

In 1902, she married William Beebe, Curator of Birds at the New York Zoological Park, now the Bronx Zoo. Within the first year of their  marriage, they went on three honeymoon expeditions: to Nova Scotia, Oak Lodge, a boarding house for naturalists on the Indian River in Florida, and to Cobb Island, Virginia. In 1904, they traveled to Mexico, and in 1908 and 1909, they traveled to Venezuela and British Guyana to scout out a location for a Tropical Research Station to be sponsored by the Bronx Zoo. When they published Our Search for Wilderness about their South American travels, Blair received the recognition she long desired: she was credited as a co-author, with her name listed first.

Their plans to establish a Tropical Field Station in South America were interrupted when they received an offer from Anthony Kuser to underwrite an eighteen-month expedition to Asia to study and collect pheasants. In December 1910, they boarded the R.M.S. Lusitania to start the pheasant expedition. They traveled to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), Burma (Myanmar), India, China, Borneo, Indonesia, Malay, Japan, and Singapore.

Divorce and suffrage
In 1913, Blair traveled to Reno to divorce William Beebe on the grounds of cruelty. A few days after the divorce, she married architect Robert "Robin" Niles. For a few years, she worked in the suffrage movement and was a New York delegate to the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage.

Writing career
In the early 1920s, Blair began writing travel books. In 1923, she published Casual Wanderings in Ecuador. Colombia: Land of Miracles followed in 1924, and Peruvian Pageant in 1937.  She developed a new approach to writing travel books, which she called "the human travel book" in which she linked contemporary culture with the past by exploring history, traditions, and legends. Her breakthrough book was Black Haiti: A Biography of Africa's Eldest Daughter (1926), which told the story of the largest slave revolt in history led by Toussaint L'Overture. This book was closely followed by Condemned to Devil's Island (1928), the bestselling fictionalized account of the escapes of René Belbenoît, a prisoner on the Devil's Island penal colony in French Guiana. The book was made into a Hollywood movie, Condemned. Blair was the first woman to visit Devil's Island. Her book is credited with drawing public attention to the prison, resulting in its eventual closure. When the Depression hit, Blair looked for places closer too home to investigate. In 1931, she published Strange Brother, the first book to compassionately portray gay men in Harlem. Blair then turned to writing books about Latin America, with a focus on the ancient Aztec, Incan, and Quiche civilizations.

On the centennial of the Supreme Court's United States v. The Amistad decision, Blair wrote a novel that introduced to a new generation to the Court's decision, which held that kidnapped Africans were not the property of their "owners." The book, called East by Day, was selected as one of twenty books by readers of the New York Herald for Great Britain readers. It served as her atonement for her grandfather's role in the Civil War. She knew that her grandfather, Roger Atkinson Pryor, spoke in Charleston, South Carolina urging the Confederates to open fire on Fort Sumter to force Virginia into secession. According to The New York Times, this speech was the "match that exploded the powder magazine and brought on the war." As one of Confederate General Beauregard's aides-de-camp, Roger declined the offer to fire the first cannon of the Civil War. This book motivated Blair to write East by Day.

Society of Woman Geographers
In 1925, during tea with Marguerite Harrison, Blair suggested the formation of a society for woman explorers because the all-men Explorers Club banned women from membership. Marguerite endorsed the idea and they presented it to Gertrude Emerson Sen and Gertrude Mathews Shelby, also explorers. They recruited Harriet Chalmers Adams as president of the newly formed Society of Woman Geographers. The organization grew rapidly and admitted as members such illustrious women as Amelia Earhart, Margaret Mead, Osa Johnson, Annie Smith Peck, Louise Arner Boyd, Josephine Peary, Pearl S. Buck, Malvina Hoffman, Gloria Hollister, Anna Heyward Taylor, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Te Ata, Membership was not limited to explorers, but included anyone whose published works (including art and music) contributed to the understanding of the countries on which the member specialized. The Society is still in existence today. More recent members include Jane Goodall, Sylvia Earle, and Kathryn Sullivan.

Ancestry
In 1859, Blair's grandfather, Roger Atkinson Pryor, was  appointed to fill a vacant seat in the United States House of Representatives, representing Virginia. Later he became a judge in New York State.

Blair Niles was the granddaughter of Sara Rice Pryor and Roger Pryor, and the daughter of Marie Gordon Pryor. Her unique namesake, "Mary Blair," is shared with her mother's sister, Mary Blair Pryor, her cousin Mary Blair Walker Zimmer, and several other women in her lineage, as documented in *"Mary Blair Destiny". Her grandmother Sara Rice Pryor was also a widely-read author for her chronicling of life in antebellum Virginia. Blair Niles did not have any children of her own.

Honorable recognition
The City of Lima had awarded Blair a gold medal for her book, Peruvian Pageant on the 117th anniversary of the independence of Peru. In 1941, Blair Niles was awarded the Constance Skinner Award, now the Women's National Book Award. She was the second recipient of that award. In 1944, the Society of Woman Geographers bestowed its third Gold medal on Blair.

Bibliography

Non-fiction
  Our search for a wilderness; an account of two ornithological expeditions to Venezuela and to British Guiana (Mary Blair Beebe and William Beebe, 1910)
 Casual Wanderings in Ecuador (1923)
 Colombia: Land of Miracles (1924)
 Black Haiti: A Biography of Africa's Eldest Daughter (1926)
Maria Paluna (1934)
Day of Immense Sun (1936)
 Peruvian Pageant, A Journey In Time (1937)
 The James: From Iron Gate to the Sea (1939) (Rivers of America Series)
Journeys in Time (1946)
Passengers to Mexico: The Last Invasion of the Americas (1943)
 Martha's Husband: An Informal Portrait of George Washington (1951)

Fiction
 Condemned to Devil's Island (1928) - turned into the 1929 film Condemned
 Free (1930)
 Strange Brother (1931)
Light Again, 1933
Maria Paluna (1934)
 Day of the Immense Sun (1936)
 East by Day (1941)

References

Further reading
Gould, Carol Grant, The Remarkable Life of William Beebe, Explorer and Naturalist (Washington, D.C.: Island Press, 2004).

External links

 NILES, Blair (1880-1959) (rootsweb.com)
 Society of Woman Geographers (iswg.org)
 The Official William Beebe Website
 "Mary Blair Destiny" by Erin L. Richman.
 "The Girl Explorers" by Jayne Zanglein
 Antiquarian Books (addall.com)

1880 births
1959 deaths
20th-century American non-fiction writers
20th-century American novelists
20th-century American women writers
American travel writers
American women novelists
American women travel writers
Members of the Society of Woman Geographers

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Two University of Chicago scientists named AAAS fellows for 2015
Two distinguished scientists and educators have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications.
The latest University of Chicago additions are Barry Aprison, PhD, a senior lecturer in the Biological Sciences Collegiate Division and education and outreach director for the Institute for Genomics and Systems Biology, and Michael W. Vannier, MD, professor emeritus of radiology.
A formal announcement listing all 347 scientists will be published in the AAAS news & notes section of the journal Science on Nov. 27. New fellows will be honored on Feb. 13, 2016, at the AAAS fellows forum during the Association's annual meeting in Washington, D.C.
Aprison was elected for his distinguished contributions to science through his work at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, and in STEM education and outreach at the University of Chicago.
Before joining the University of Chicago in 2008, Aprison spent almost 20 years as Director of Science and Technology at the Museum of Science and Industry. His leadership there resulted in millions of people being educated about STEM disciplines. Aprison managed project teams that designed and produced highly successful interactive exhibits. He also directed outreach education programs for visitors, parents, teachers and students.
At the University of Chicago, Aprison designs and produces a portfolio of education and training programs for high school students, teachers, undergraduates, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and faculty.
Vannier was elected for his distinguished contributions, mentorship and leadership in the field of medical imaging, particularly for his work on image visualization, surface modeling and life-like reconstruction of computed tomography images.
He is known for his pioneering efforts in the collection and presentation of medical imaging data. Vannier and two colleagues published the first three-dimensional reconstruction built from single computed tomography slices of the human head in 1983. It was, according to AAAS, a "quantum leap for three-dimensional imaging" that led to improved pre-operative planning for patients who required surgery involving the head.
More recently, Vannier has become an authority on the non-invasive use of high-resolution CT scanning to learn more about fossils, mummies and ancient art objects.
The tradition of AAAS Fellows began in 1874. Fellows must have been continuous members of AAAS for four years by the end of the calendar year in which they are elected. Each steering group reviews the nominations of individuals within its respective section and a final list is forwarded to the AAAS Council, which votes on the aggregate list.


Part of Liftopia's mission is to make it easier for people to get out on the slopes. We've long supported Learn to Ski and Snowboard programs and recently introduced Liftopia Experiences that offer hosted ski day trips from multiple North American cities.
For experienced skiers and snowboarders, though, it is sometimes worth making more effort to get to harder-to-reach ski destinations. A cat-skiing or heli-skiing adventure often makes for a person's most lasting memories on the mountains. In Europe, for many, going "off-piste" has become a central part of their snow sports lifestyle.
The following list of ski destinations go even further. Some of these destinations offer great snow, while others might only offer a great story. However, all of them take some serious effort before you can make your first turn.
Yes, there is more than just surfing in the 50th state. Thanks to a summit elevation of 13,800 feet (750 feet higher than the top of Arapahoe Basin in Colorado), Mauna Kea on the Big Island does receive enough snow for backcountry skiing and boarding. Visitors use their own vehicles on the access road to shuttle skiers and riders back to the top. While there are some space observatories on Mauna Kea, do not expect any sort of lodge or public facilities. Do not expect to find ski/board rentals, safety patrols, or even lunch.
Adventure Network International offers ski excursions to Antarctica for about $30,000. The trips are scheduled for the Southern Hemisphere summer months (November through January). The continent qualifies as a desert, so huge powder dumps are virtually non-existent. However, temperatures below the freezing mark even in the summer mean that the snow that does fall stays well preserved.
With the 2022 Winter Olympics headed for Beijing, the Chinese government is in the midst of a push to develop a winter sports industry. The number of ski areas has been growing exponentially in recent years and now number more than 700. Many of the ski areas have easy high-speed train access, but most are fairly small and tend to focus on the local market. Yabuli Ski Resort is the largest in China and their National teams train there, but it is located in the Northeastern Changbai Mountain Range which is far from popular tourist locations.
The average American might have trouble locating Kyrgyzstan on a globe, but the Central Asian country features some impressive skiing terrain. In terms of both topography and trees, the Tien Shan mountains look much like the most impressive parts of the Rocky Mountains in North America. If you can make it to Kyrgyzstan, Karakol Ski Resort has five lifts covering 20 kilometers of trails. When Kyrgyzstan was part of the Soviet Union, Olympic athletes would train at the mountain.
CNN Travel has asked if Iran might be the next place you go snow skiing? The reasons are "backcountry paradise" and snow conditions similar to that of the Rockies. Located only two hours outside of Tehran, Dizin Ski Resort is the country's most popular and reaches an elevation of 11,800. While conditions are great and Dizin is close to a major metro area, skiing in Iran still takes a lot of effort for North Americans for political reasons. The U.S. Department of State has issued multiple travel warnings for Iran.
Let us know in the comments if you are willing to make the effort to ski or snowboard at any of these destinations.


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NFL Or College? Alabama's Tagovailoa Still Weighing Options
© John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa said being assured he'd likely remain a high NFL draft pick could make "the biggest decision of my life" a little easier.
The Alabama quarterback is still weighing his options and going through rehab for the right hip injury that ended his junior season — and potentially his career with the 11th-ranked Crimson Tide. Once regarded as a potential No. 1 overall pick, Tagovailoa said Thursday that if he feels he'll still be a Top 10 or 15 pick, that might be too tempting to stick around.
"I think that'd be tough to pass up," he said, sitting in a chair where the podium normally rests during Alabama news conferences. "But I think there's a lot more to it than that in some aspects."
Tagovailoa stopped there, saying he wants to have that conversation with his family not reporters.
He walked into the room on crutches, sporting dinosaur-covered red pajama pants, saying it looked "like a (Nick) Saban press conference" before doing an impression of his coach. He ended the news conference by telling a reporter he liked his Christmas sweater.
In between the quips, he discussed his uncertain future and the big decision of whether to stay in Tuscaloosa or enter the draft.
Tagovailoa was injured when he was dragged down by two Mississippi State defenders on Nov. 16. He had surgery two days later in Houston.
The quarterback doesn't have a timeline on when he will make that decision, saying it could come right before the Jan. 20 deadline for underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft.
"This is probably going to be the biggest decision of my life," Tagovailoa said. "This is where I seek advice from what I believe and this is where I seek advice from my parents. But truly at the end of the day, the decision comes down to me, whether I feel like it's right for me to stay or whether it's right for me to go.
"It's just a really, really big decision, and everybody just wants to know. That's what makes it even bigger, I'd say."
In the meantime, he started the rehab process in Birmingham, Alabama, on Wednesday and is getting treatment at Alabama's athletic facilities while back in class. He said the medical staff was surprised at how well he did pushing against resistance with his right leg.
Tagovailoa said he won't be able to twist his hip as much inward but doesn't believe that will affect his football ability.
"What the doctors have said is they expect a full recovery, that I'd be able to go out there and play football again at 100%," Tagovailoa said. "I just won't be able to rotate it internally the same way."
He's less certain about whether he'll return to football for the 2020 season or beyond. He pointed out that this isn't a standard, somewhat predictable football injury and recovery process.
Tagovailoa said he spoke with former Auburn star Bo Jackson — who had his NFL career cut short by a hip injury. He said Jackson told him not to rush things, but Tagovailoa also said the injuries were very different.
"I've played hurt many times over the course of the two years that I've been the starter here, but I'd like to say this is just a totally different situation," Tagovailoa said. "This is a unique situation. This isn't something that I can rush. If I want to play to my full potential, I know that I can't just come back and play on it as if it were my ankle.
"It's just something that I need to take into consideration. Me wanting to play, I think a lot of that has to go into my decision-making, too, as to whether I stay or leave."
Tagovailoa has already set the Alabama record for passing touchdowns with 87 and his 7,442 passing yards ranks third in school history. He watched from the sidelines as No. 11 Alabama fell 48-45 to rival Auburn, ending the Tide's playoff hopes.
"It's really tough being able to watch your guys be able to go out and play and not be able to do anything to help them,"Tagovailoa said. "The only thing that I could do is just try to encourage them."
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Frederick Coates fonds
Consists of 6 accessions which include correspondence, notes, notebooks, sketchbooks, sketches, designs for stage sets, costume designs, photoprints and photonegatives, scrapbooks documenting the artistic lives of Frederick Coates and his wife, Lo...
Coates, Frederick
George M. Wrong Family fonds
This fonds consists of Professor Wrong's academic and professional papers as well as family records relating to George M. Wrong's family as well as those of his in-laws, the Edward Blake family. Among Prof Wrong's professional co...
Wrong, George MacKinnon
William H. T. Baillie fonds
Correspondence, certificates, diaries, course and lecture notes, notes, manuscripts and articles, documenting Harold Baillie as a student in biology and as a professor of mammalian anatomy and instructor of medical students in the Department of Zo...
Baillie, William H. T.
Shirley Hill and James Warner Eakins fonds
Memorabilia including programmes, snapshots, group portraits, clippings documenting two graduates of the class of 1941 who later married: Shirley Hill, UC (Law) and James Warner Eakins, BASc (Civil). Of interest are a set of napkins embroidered f...
Hill, Shirley
Edward Beane Hubbard fonds
Consists of a newspaper clipping on student athletics boxing match, three U of T sports logos, three sports medals, photograph of U of T Boxing, Wrestling and Fencing Club Intercollegiate Champions, 1923-1924, taken by Peake Whittingham, Toronto.
Hubbard, Edward Beane
Charles Edward Higginbottom fonds
Consists of records such as programmes, correspondence and memorabilia as well photographs, pins and medals document Charles Higginbottom's involvement in various sports organizations including: City of Toronto Sports Recognition Committee, 1...
Higginbottom, Charles Edward
Harry Morris Cassidy fonds
Personal records of Harry M. Cassidy, documenting his academic and professional activities as well as family records relating to his wife, Beatrice Pearce and children. The bulk of the records are found in accession B1972-0022 and consists of biog...
Cassidy, Harry Morris
Ethelda Jane Cloke Haig fonds
Consists of 'T' crests and a photograph of the Women's Intercollegiate Basketball Team, University of Toronto, 1947-1948.
Haig, Ethelda Jane Cloke
John Charles Boileau Grant fonds
Consists of a "mentioned in despatches" certificate (1919), B.E.F. Army Orders (1918), an American Association of Anatomists citation (1957), and a plaque from UCLA (1970), all relating to J.C.B. Grant.
Grant, John Charles Boileau
Galbraith Family fonds
[ca.1881-1912]
Fonds consists of 2 accessionsB1988-0003: Photoprints and copy negatives documenting the career of J. Galbraith as professor of engineering at the University of Toronto, including his canoe trip through northern Ontario in 1887, teaching at the Un...
Galbraith Family
Kenneth Clarke Fisher fonds
Laboratory notebooks and microscope slides relating to the activity, consumption, respiration, and vaginal smears of lemming, in particular, and other experiments by students or research assistants of Professor Fisher; presidential address and art...
Fisher, Kenneth Clarke
Florence Helen Maud Emory fonds
Fonds consists of 2 accessionsB1976-0033: Autographed and annotated copy of "Public Health and Nursing in Canada; principles and practice". Toronto: MacMillan Company, 1953. Includes a letter from A. Dorothy Nakamachi, a student of Ms. E...
Emory, Florence Helen Maud
University of Toronto. Engineering Alumni Association fonds
This fonds from the Engineering Alumni Association contain 7 accessions. See accession-level descriptions for more details.
University of Toronto. Engineering Alumni Association
George Hoyle Cowan fonds
[n.d.]
Photograph of graduating class from Toronto School of Medicine, 1870/71; also includes diplomas. Red leather unfolding case holding two pair of forceps, needle on an ivory handle, scalpel marked B on a wood handle and another needle in a brass cas...
Cowan, George Hoyle
Hershell Ezrin fonds
Fonds consists of material related to the professional life of Hershell Ezrin, in particular his career in provincial and federal government. Records document his transition between roles as Canadian Consul, Executive Director of the Canadian Unit...
Ezrin, Hershell
Helen Maude Carpenter fonds
Fonds consists of 3 accessionsB1983-0002: Research files, including correspondence, notes, articles, periodicals, pamphlets and photographs used by Professor Helen Carpenter in the writing of her book, "A Divine Discontent -- Edith Kathleen R...
Carpenter, Helen Maude
University of Toronto. McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology fonds
This fonds contains 2 accessions from the University of Toronto's McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology. See accession-level descriptions for more details.
University of Toronto. McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology
University of Toronto. Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies fonds
This fonds contains 1 accession of records from the University of Toronto's Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies.See accession-level description for details.
University of Toronto. Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies
Robert William McKay fonds
Fonds consists primarily of the academic and professional records of Robert William McKay andis divided into five series:1. National Research Council,2. Manuscripts and publications,3. Reports,4. Education, and5. Employment.Apart from materials fr...
McKay, Robert William
Spanish Civil War Collection
Collection consists of manuscripts from various sources relating to the Spanish Civil War and to various anti-Franco organizations in Canada and the United States to support the Republican cause. Included are manuscripts; correspondence; scrapbook...
Hunter, Rose & Co. Papers
Collection contains letters patent, minute books, stock certificates, balance sheets, correspondence and miscellaneous material relating to the Hunter, Rose & Company and its associated companies.
Hunter, Rose & Co.
Helen Weinzweig Papers
Collection includes extensive correspondence with friends, family, fans, editors and publishers; drafts of manuscripts and notes for Passing Ceremony, Basic Black with Pearls, A View From the Roof, Bridge of Sighs, A Classical Education (including...
Weinzweig, Helen
Euromaidan Protests Collection
Collection consists of miscellaneous leaflets, pamphlets, bumper stickers, newspapers, posters, and ribbons issued during the protests in Kiev, Ukraine from November 2013 to March 2014.
Collection of Medals
[18-?]-[193-?]
Collection of twelve medals dating from the late 18th century to the 1930s. It includes medals from Cenenario de la Universidad de Buenos Aires (1821-1921), Twentieth International American Congress (Rio de Janeiro, 1875-1922) and the University o...
Birdsall & Son Papers
A collection of photographs and rubbings of bindings, tool designs, tooling patterns, designs, and drawings executed by the firm of Birdsall and Son, Northampton, England, from the 1840's to 1961.
Birdsall & Son Bookbinders and Stationers
Marie Peterkin fonds
One University of Toronto pin and two Pi Beta Phi pin as well as a photo album documenting University College graduate, Marie Peterkin (B.A. 1919). Snapshots in album show Ms Peterkin with classmates on campus, at a convention and working at the G...
Peterkin, Marie
Peterkin Williamson Family fonds
Fonds consists of 2 accessionsB2013-0020: 1910-1918: Documents, photographs and artifacts document three generations of the Peterkin - Williamson family. Most of the items relate to Marie Peterkin (B.A. 1919) including a photo album with family p...
Peterkin Williamson Family
Archibald Gowanlock Huntsman fonds
Personal records of Archibald Gowanlock Huntsman, documenting his life career as a professor of Marine Biology at the Univesity of Toronto and an expert on the behaviour of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar).
Huntsman, Archibald Gowanlock
William Thomas Barnard fonds
Bachelor of Paedagogy hood ("light blue" white piping and white rabbit fur trim) worn at the graduating exercises in 1930.
Barnard, William Thomas
Erich Eugen Ferdinand Theodor Baer fonds
Fonds consists of 2 accessionsB1976-0025: Personal records of Erich Baer documenting his career as chemist and professor in and sometime head of the sub-department of synthetic chemistry in the Banting and Best Department of Medical Research. Inc...
Baer, Erich Eugen Ferdinand Theodor
Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer. Office of the Camp Wardens fonds
The fonds originated in Haultain's office in the Department of Mining Engineering at the University of Toronto, in his capacity as one of the Ritual's proponents and as a key player in its creation. Although he did not attend any obligation ceremo...
Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer. Office of the Camp Wardens
McCarthy Family fonds
1877-2005 (predominant 1954-1970)
This fonds consists of one accession documenting three generations of the McCarthy family of Toronto. The majority of records document two graduates of the University of Toronto, Douglas Findlay McCarthy (B.A.Sc, 1929) and his son, Douglas Dale Mc...
McCarthy, George Arnold
Audrey Maureen Cowling fonds
Programmes, invitations, memorabilia, clippings, a photograph, a certificate, and artifacts documenting Miss Cowling's one-year course in Dental Nursing (1936-1937). Included are the following items: a photograph of the Dental Nurses graduati...
Cowling, Audrey Maureen
Arthur Newton St. John fonds
Menus of the dinners of the graduating classes of Victoria University, 1897-1903; an 1892 "Alumni Souvenir" depicting the buildings and faculties of the University and its federated colleges; "The Bob" issue 1902. University of...
St. John, Arthur Newton
Allen Bristol Aylesworth fonds
University of Toronto Silver Medal in Metaphysics and Ethics, awarded to Allen Bristol Aylesworth at commencement on the 9th of June, 1874.
Aylesworth, Allen Bristol


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Hospital receives national Bariatric Surgery Center accreditation
New Haven —The Bariatric Surgery Program at Yale New Haven Hospital has been accredited as a Level 1a facility by the Bariatric Surgery Center Network (BSCN) Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). This designation means that Yale New Haven Hospital has voluntarily met the essential criteria that ensures it is fully capable of supporting a bariatric surgery care program and that its institutional performance meets the requirements outlined by the ACS BSCN Accreditation Program.
Yale New Haven - the first and currently only hospital in Connecticut that offers three different bariatric surgical treatments for obesity using minimally invasive techniques - underwent an on-site verification by experienced bariatric surgeons, who reviewed the center's structure, process, quality of data, and performance measures for treating obese patients. There are four categories of accreditation for inpatient facilities (Level 1a, 1b, 2a, and 2b). Each category has specific criteria that must be met by a facility seeking that level of accreditation.
"In the United States, more than 11 million people suffer from severe obesity, and the numbers continue to rise," said Robert L. Bell, MD, MA, FACS, director of the Bariatric Surgery Program at Yale New Haven Hospital. "Obesity increases the risks of morbidity and mortality because of the diseases and conditions that are commonly associated with it, such as Type II diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease, among other health risks. Currently, weight-loss surgery provides the only effective, lasting relief from severe obesity.
"The ACS believes it is of utmost importance to extend its quality initiatives to accrediting bariatric surgery centers to help the public identify those facilities that provide optimal surgical care for patients who undergo this surgical procedure," added Dr. Bell.
Established by the American College of Surgeons in 2005 in an effort to extend established quality improvement practices to all disciplines of surgical care, the ACS BSCN Accreditation Program provides confirmation that a bariatric surgery center has demonstrated its commitment to providing the highest quality care for its bariatric surgery patients. Accredited bariatric surgery centers provide not only the hospital resources necessary for optimal care of morbidly obese patients, but also the support and resources that are necessary to address the entire spectrum of care and needs of bariatric patients, from the pre-hospital phase through the post-operative care and treatment process.
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Here's a dog friendly Castle in Wales. Surrounded by Mountains. I'll show this to my owner.
It has nice walks for me in its dog friendly grounds, plenty of space to roam freely off the lead. I won't get lost, but if I do, their dog friendly parkland is all fenced in.
Lots of dogs come here, and I can chase after all the exciting new scents.
There's a river I can swim in, and a lake I can take a dip in. My owner can throw stones and sticks for me in the river. It is nice and shallow and I can bound across to the other side and back.
Plenty of gardens and informal long grassy areas where I can run freely - that's nice. 11 Acres of land at my Castle in Wales and 40 acres of dog friendly Country Park I can explore.
The water looks cool and clear. Unlike Jack on the left, I promise I won't get muddy.
I'll stick to the gravelled paths, but if I do stray into the fields and have a good roll, I promise I'll have a wash after in the river's sparkling mountain water.
By evening I'll keep my owner company in the dog friendly Patti Bar, where dogs are allowed to sit with their owners.
I see dogs come free, so there is no extra charge for me to come with my owner.
Let's keep my master and mistress company, and save on kennel fees! After all, I know they'd be lonely and miss me if I didn't come with them!
That's Jack, the Castle's Golden Retriever on the left and on the right there's Sheeba.
A truly dog friendly hotel offering dog friendly bed and breakfast, wonderful dog walks on our doorstep, two or three day mid-week dog friendly holidays, dog friendly accommodation.
I'd better have a look through the Castle's dog friendly accommodation now. Let's see if I can find a large enough room for me to lie down comfortably in, for the night.
I've heard on the dog-line there be rabbits here - and moles too (ssshhhhh). It's a castle, so there's plenty of space for me and my owner to stretch our legs.
Where to go on this website - Under 'accommodation', see a sample of dog friendly rooms on "where we can sleep" and for half-price B&B deals see Jack's Castle Stay Deals.
Read what dog owners say about Craig y Nos Castle. Check B&B Availability Page for mid-week breaks.
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For walks on our doorstep, have a good look at the castle grounds and country park. There are extensive woodlands at the bottom of our garden, and even a doggie swimming pool. The castle has plenty of comfort break areas with poo bins too.
See 'shopping for dogs' for details of our local veterinary surgeon and if you'd like to be groomed during your stay, please be sure to book in advance at the local grooming parlour.
See our dog friendly breaks deal for massive savings - 50% off en-suite rooms B&B on the second and each subsequent night of your stay at Craig y Nos Castle.
See our separate one week dog friendly holiday package at our Dog Friendly Farmhouse 2 miles south of the Castle for 4-8 persons.
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Summer Mid-Week Breaks: Stay 1 night B&B on normal weekday tariff and stay second and each subsequent night at 50% off based on two sharing an en-suite, and we hope you will have dinner with us at the castle on the discounted night(s). 2 midweek nights for £210 including Castle History Tour (saves £90 over regular tariff), or 3 nights for £280 (saves £140)!
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Evening Meals: On very quiet nights, and during winter trading months, whenever we have very low numbers or no one wanting to dine in, we close the kitchen and do not serve Evening meals. Evening meals are available at up to five local hostelries (the Penycae Inn is 1 mile south of us, and the next closest is the Ancient Briton Pub).
Weddings with Dogs: If you are attending a wedding, note we are Dog Friendly but check with the Couple in case! If you are thinking of getting married and would like your favourite companion present at your nuptials, see dog friendly weddings here.


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Friday: 3 GIs, 47 Iraqis Killed; 37 Iraqis Wounded
by Margaret Griffis Posted on April 27, 2007 August 7, 2009
Updated at 11:59 p.m. EDT, April 27, 2007
As usual, Fridays are quiet in Iraq, and this day was no exception. Only 47 Iraqis were reported killed or found dead and 37 Iraqis were wounded in attacks. Also, three Marines were killed in Anbar Province during combat operations.
Friday is the weekly prayer day. In order to protect worshippers, vehicle bans are imposed in several locations; this helps curb the use of car bombs. Also, it is considered a day off for local journalists.
Senior officials denied earlier reports that dozens of people were killed or wounded in a suicide bombing at a checkpoint between Tal Afar and Mosul.
In Mussayab, gunmen opened fire on the home of a guard who works for a member of parliament; three people were killed in the attack.
A detainee was murdered by other inmates at the U.S.-run Camp Bucca.
A Kirkuk human rights activist was shot and killed near his home. Three dumped bodies were found. Also, a roadside bomb injured one person late yesterday.
A roadside bomb killed one civilian in Mosul. East of the city, another roadside bomb killed one and injured three more.
In Baghdad, seven bodies were found scattered in several neighborhoods. A mortar shell wounded two civilians in the Shula neighborhood. In Jisr Diyala, a separate mortar round fell but injured no one. In the Nahwaran neighborhood, a roadside bomb killed one person and injured a second. Also, authorities are experimenting with explosives detection machines, and work on the controversial Adhamiya wall resumed.
U.S. forces arrested at least nine suspects in Salman Pak and Mosul.
A university professor was gunned down in eastern Fallujah.
A suicide bombing which targeted the home of the chief of Hit police killed at least 15 people and wounded 25 others. Five gunmen were arrested in Khanaquin.
North of Kirkuk at Kisk, a suicide bomber killed four policemen and injured five others at a checkpoint.
The airport in Basra was targeted by indirect fire.
Six bodies were fished out of the Tigris River, south of Baghdad.
Three bodies were found in Baquba.
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import android.content.Context;
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import com.yuneec.example.component.custom_callback.OnChangeListener;
import com.yuneec.sdk.Action;
import com.yuneec.sdk.Gimbal;

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public class ActionListener {

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    private static OnChangeListener onChangeListener;

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Motorcycle Safety Evolution
Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers > What we do > Motorcycle Accidents > Motorcycle Safety Evolution
For many, there's nothing like riding a motorcycle along Connecticut's scenic byways – and thanks to advancements in motorcycle safety over the years, it's statistically safer to ride now more than ever. Still, the nature of the motorcycle can lead to significant injuries in a crash.
Connecticut's roads are popular among bikers, and fortunately, 2011 saw the lowest number of biker fatalities in more than 10 years, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the CT Department of Transportation. This trend may be partially attributed to the motorcycle safety evolution that has been occurring since the early inception of the motorbike in the mid-19 th century.
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A Timeline of Motorcycle Safety Evolution
From clunky steam-powered velocipedes to today's lean machines, the motorcycle has undergone many
changes – and so has the way we study, implement and think about motorcycle safety. With a relatively short history in society, the modern "motorbike" includes safety features that have evolved over time.
Learn about important milestones in the evolution of motorcycle safety in this timeline:
1885: the first usable motorcycle is invented
1903: the Harley-Davidson Motor Company is founded
1928: first front-wheel brakes offered by Harley-Davidson
1939: introduction of flashing turn indicators
1940: first sealed-beam headlamps
1945: 198,000 motorcycles registered in America
1949: hydraulic front suspension used by Harley-Davidson
1949: first Honda motorcycle model built
1952: introduction of hydraulic brakes
1953: first protective helmet patented by University of Southern California (USC) professor
1957: establishment of Snell Memorial Foundation and first helmet performance standards
1958: rear suspension introduced by Harley-Davidson
1959: Yamaha becomes first Japanese model made available in U.S.
1965: 1.4 million motorcycles registered in America
1966: establishment of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
1967: first full-facial coverage helmet introduced by Bell Helmets
1972: motorcycle controls standardized by FMVSS
1973: creation of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF)
1973: first crash tests using motorcycle airbag system conducted
1975: 5 million motorcycles registered in America
1976: first study of motorcycle crashes begun by Harry Hurt at USC with funding from NHTSA
1976: first airbag jacket patented in Hungary
1977: rear-wheel steering project funded by NHTSA
1980: U.S. motorcycle fatalities reach new peak
1980: establishment of International Motorcycle Safety Conference
1981: release ofMotorcycle Accident Cause Factors and Identification of Countermeasures, A.K.A. theHurt Report
1988: BMW introduces anti-lock brakes (ABS)
1990: MSF sponsors Second International Motorcycle Safety Conference
1997: National Agenda for Motorcycle Safety developed with sponsorship from NHTSA & MSF
2013: 47 states and the District of Columbia have established helmet laws
Not only has motorcycle safety evolved, the gear a biker rides with has also improved. Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, boots, eye protection and helmets themselves have evolved. From airbag jackets to reflective vests and Kevlar clothing, a biker can protect his or her body from head to toe these days, reducing the risk of fatalities with proper PPE.
Contact Our Connecticut Motorcycle Accident Injury Law Firm
Riding a motorcycle carries plenty of rewards; however, there are also many risks. Despite taking every safety measure, even the best biker can't always avoid an accident; especially when negligent motorists fail to show the same concern for safety.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a Connecticut motorcycle collision, the victim could be entitled to compensation for the damages they have suffered. At Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, we fight hard to defend biker's rights. We use thorough research, reputed experts and our formidable reputation to passionately pursue justice for you. We are proud to serve our neighbors throughout Connecticut, including the following areas:
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Tributes for Julia Rescoria-Ryan a much-loved swimming coach and former Penlee Lifeboat crew member from Penzance
She died the after the 36th anniversary of the Penlee lifeboat disaster where her partner's father lost his life
Julia Rescorla-Ryan is well known in west Cornwall for her work with Penlee Lifeboat and Penzance Swimming Club (Image: RNLI Penlee Lifeboat Facebook)
Tributes have been paid to much-loved swimming coach who trained Olympian Helen Glover and a former Penlee lifeboat crew member.
Julia Rescoria-Ryan, from Penzance, passed away on Wednesday (December 20) from cancer, a day after the 36th anniversary of the Penlee lifeboat disaster where her father-in-law lost his life.
Her partner Neil Brockman she was an amazing woman and he was devastated at her loss.
Writing a moving tribute on Facebook, he said: "I am totally broken my brave Julia has lost her battle and is now pain free. I can't thank both our families and amazing friends enough for their support through our journey. I feel so privileged to have been loved by this amazing woman and I will miss her until my dying day when I will see her again. Good night my darling, I love you."
Penzance swimming coach Julia Rescoria-Ryan
Julia, aged in her early sixties, was well-known as a swimming coach with Penzance Swimming Club and was a keen supporter of Penzance's Jubilee Pool.
When Helen Glover returned to Penzance after winning her gold medal in rowing at the 2016 Olympic Games, Julia was one of the chosen supporters who rode on the open-top bus which paraded through the streets of the town.
These are the plans for Cornwall's first mental health unit for children and young people in Bodmin
She was also a former Penlee Lifeboat crew member and one of the first beach lifeguards in the UK. Her passing comes just a day after the 36th anniversary of the loss of the Penlee Lifeboat Solomon Browne, which was lost with all hands during a rescue attempt, including her partner's father Nigel Brockman.
Penlee Lifeboat spokesman Elaine Trethowan said on Facebook on Thursday: "It is with deep sadness and very heavy hearts that we share the news of our old crew mate and much-loved friend, Julia Rescoria-Ryan, who peacefully passed away yesterday afternoon.
"Julia was a very brave, courageous, kind and inspirational woman who gave so much to her local community. She was an amazing competition swimmer, one of the first female beach lifeguards in the UK, a loyal and dedicated member of our lifeboat crew for 12 years, and a swimming coach with Penzance Swimming Club, teaching countless numbers of children to swim and stay safe in the water.
"With a smile that could light up any room, Julia meant so much to so many.
"The Penlee flag flies at half mast and our thoughts are very much with Julia's partner, our retired coxswain Neil Brockman, with James, Sam and Jessica and all her family and friends.
"Fair winds and a following sea Julia…"
Helen Glover
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-- WE'RE IN UNCHARTED WATERS HERE, since this is now by far the longest shutdown ever. It's also the most intractable negotiation we've ever seen. So it stands to reason that the White House is trying to do something -- anything -- to unlock the negotiation. We're skeptical this will work, at least immediately, because the House isn't the Senate.
ANY DEAL will have to be a Pelosi-Schumer-Trump production. Getting a few moderates to moan will grab cable headlines, but won't change the fact that most House Democrats remain firmly opposed to PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP and his wall, and Pelosi understands that better than anyone.
WE DO GET THE SENSE, THOUGH, that both sides are getting sick of this shutdown. Of course, most White House aides want an off-ramp, because the president is getting the lion's share of the blame for the federal funding gap. But House Democratic aides are beginning to get a bit concerned that it will be tough to maintain their position, as more people miss paychecks and more of the government grinds to a halt.
WHAT HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE LOOKING FOR: At the moment, TRUMP is firm both on building a barrier, and on the $5.7 billion he wants for it. He says he's negotiating, but at the moment, he's not. Changing his position on the wall around the edges doesn't suffice for most Democrats.
-- IF HE came down publicly on the number, and threw in something to sweeten the pot for Democrats, it might be tougher for them to hold firm against a border security package. It's tough to track this president, because he is on every side of every issue: He is fine with the shutdown, he wants it to end, he wants to discuss DACA, he'd rather wait for the courts, etc.
-- ONE MAJOR HANG-UP … Dems are going to want the government opened to begin negotiating. But, if crafted correctly, Democrats and the White House can open government for a few weeks to get a border security package worked out.
Good Tuesday morning. FIRST IN PLAYBOOK -- TREASURY SECRETARY STEVEN MNUCHIN is headed to the Capitol this afternoon to speak with Republican senators at their weekly lunch. He is expected to tell the lawmakers that a vote for SENATE MINORITY LEADER CHUCK SCHUMER'S resolution of disapproval on the administration's move to ease sanctions on three Russian companies associated with Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska is a "vote for the Kremlin, China and Iran," according to a source familiar with Mnuchin's thinking. Schumer could force a vote as soon as today.
THE MAN OF THE HOUR … BURGESS EVERETT: "McConnell tightens grip with Senate GOP amid shutdown fallout": "A handful of Senate Republicans are expressing frustration with their party's handling of the ongoing government shutdown. But Mitch McConnell is a long way from facing any sort of rebellion.
"The Senate GOP leader is standing firm in his resolve to not move a muscle on any government funding bill that doesn't have the president's approval ahead of time. That's earned him scorn among Democrats given that he endorsed a funding bill that didn't include the president's much-sought after border wall funding increases of more than $5 billion in December.
THE IMPACT -- "FDA to restart more food safety inspections affected by shutdown," by Helena Bottemiller Evich: "The FDA plans as soon as Tuesday to restart food safety inspections at facilities that handle riskier products like fresh-cut produce, as the partial government shutdown extends into its fourth week, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said Monday.
THE LATEST ON STEVE KING … HEATHER CAYGLE, SARAH FERRIS and JOHN BRESNAHAN: "Steve King stripped of committee seats — with more punishment coming": "House GOP leaders moved to strip embattled Rep. Steve King from his committee assignments on Monday, part of wave of congressional action over recent racist comments by the Iowa Republican.
-- TWO GOP LAWMAKERS -- Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) and Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) -- have called for King's resignation.
-- KING TWEETED his statement last night, saying: "My Statement on Kevin McCarthy's Unprecedented Assault on my Freedom of Speech." At the same time, he says that he's being pushed out for something he didn't say. Both can't be true.
SCOOP -- "Trump Discussed Pulling U.S. From NATO, Aides Say Amid New Concerns Over Russia," by NYT's Julian Barnes and Helene Cooper: "There are few things that President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia desires more than the weakening of NATO, the military alliance among the United States, Europe and Canada that has deterred Soviet and Russian aggression for 70 years. Last year, President Trump suggested a move tantamount to destroying NATO: the withdrawal of the United States. Senior administration officials told The New York Times that several times over the course of 2018, Mr. Trump privately said he wanted to withdraw from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
TRUMP'S TUESDAY -- The president is having lunch with congressional lawmakers in the Roosevelt Room at 12:30 p.m. He will hold a phone call on the border at 2:30 p.m. with state, local and community leaders in the Oval Office.
2020 WATCH -- "Eyeing 2020, Priorities USA blows up 'television-first strategy,'" by Chris Cadelago: "Priorities USA Action, the top Democratic super PAC targeting President Donald Trump in 2020, is promoting its head of digital operations to a new role overseeing all paid media — something akin to a watershed moment in presidential politics.
HMM -- "Old land deal quietly haunts Mick Mulvaney as he serves as Trump's chief of staff," by WaPo's Michael Kranish in Indian Land, S.C.: "Mick Mulvaney was a young businessman and budding politician 11 years ago when he became co-owner of a company that wanted to build a strip mall near a busy intersection in this upscale bedroom community outside Charlotte.
"All that was needed was money. The company cobbled together the financing — which included borrowing $1.4 million from a family firm owned by a prominent local businessman named Charles Fonville Sr., according to court records and interviews. Eventually, the project fell apart. The mall never got built.
IVANKA UPDATE … "Ivanka Trump to Help Choose New World Bank President," by NYT's Annie Karni: "Ivanka Trump, the president's eldest daughter and senior adviser, will play a role in helping to select the next head of the World Bank, the White House said Monday. Ms. Trump, who had been rumored to be a contender for the position herself, will not be a candidate, a Trump administration official said.
-- NYT'S MAGGIE HABERMAN, SHARON LAFRANIERE and BEN PROTESS: "At Trump's Inauguration, $10,000 for Makeup and Lots of Room Service": "Private donors put up $107 million to usher Donald J. Trump into office in style two years ago, and it is now clear just how enthusiastically his inaugural committee went to town with it. There was $10,000 for makeup for 20 aides at an evening inaugural event.
MEDIAWATCH -- Claire McCaskill has joined NBC News and MSNBC as a political analyst. She will first appear this morning on MSNBC's "Morning Joe." … Sam Brodey is joining The Daily Beast as a congressional reporter. He previously covered covered Congress and Washington for MinnPost.
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this Playbook misstated Mark Penn's age. He is turning 65.


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The Caucasus borders Turkey, Iran, and Russia and has been an area of political, military, religious, and cultural controversy for centuries. The Caucasus was part of the Persian sphere of influence until the Russian Empire conquered the territory at the beginning of the 19th century. The region has been subject to various territorial disputes since the collapse of the Soviet Union in the late 1980s, leading for example to wars over Nagorno-Karabakh, Abkhazia, Chechnya and South Ossetia. This page shows an automatic compilation of all DW content referring to the Caucasus.
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Aunt detained over beating of girl in Russia 06.07.2019
A seven-year-old has been flown to Moscow for emergency surgery after authorities in the Caucasus found serious injuries on the girl's body. Officials suspect the child's aunt of beating the girl in her care.
'Deeply heartbroken': Irish climber dies due to extreme weather conditions 30.06.2019
Alan Mahon's climbing team was struck with terrible weather conditions as they descended the Caucasus mountain.
Inside Europe: Armenia welcomes Syrian refugees 14.03.2019
For many European countries, the arrival of war refugees has caused domestic political upheaval. But one tiny European nation has actively welcomed those fleeing Syria. That country is Armenia, a country of just three million people in the south Caucasus region. And as Christian Cummins found out, this open-arms policy has cultural, historical and pragmatic roots.
Armenia goes to the polls: Will the peaceful revolution continue? 09.12.2018
Just last May Armenia celebrated the "world's merriest apocalypse." Now the country is holding the first elections since its "Velvet Revolution." Felix Franz reports from Yerevan.
Voters in Georgia head to the polls for a runoff election 28.11.2018
People in the Caucasus state of Georgia head to the polls for a runoff election for president. Voters have a choice of a candidate who favors a closer relationship with Moscow or one who advocates a pro-West line.
Russia: Teen suicide bomber targets FSB offices 31.10.2018
A 17-year-old killed himself and wounded three FSB employees at the security service's office in the city of Arkhangelsk. Attacks on the FSB and police are rare outside Russia's North Caucasus region.
Protests in Ingushetia alarm Moscow 12.10.2018
People in the tiny north Caucasus region are taking to the streets over a secretive land treaty with Chechnya. Unlike protests elsewhere in Russia, the demonstrations are supported by the elite – and even the police.
Angela Merkel in Azerbaijan calls for peace with Armenia 25.08.2018
Angela Merkel has offered Germany's help in forging a diplomatic solution to the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Baku is the chancellor's last stop on a three-day visit to the South Caucasus.
Inside Europe: Dancing for social change in Georgia 24.08.2018
The motto of a rather unusual protest movement in the former Soviet republic of Georgia is: "We dance together, we fight together!" Activists there are pushing for LGBT rights and a liberalization of the country's strict drugs laws. Emily Sherwin has this report on the so-called RAVE - olution, and the deep divisions it's exposing in Georgian society.
Gunmen kill two police in Russia's Dagestan 21.07.2018
Three traffic officers were sitting in their patrol car Friday night when gunmen drove up and opened fire. After two brutal wars in the 1990s, the North Caucasus has been beset by more violence.
Armenia's parliament sets date for prime minister vote 26.04.2018
Opposition protest leader Nikol Pashinian has said he wants to become prime minister. It's unclear if he will get support from parliament where the Republican Party has a majority.
Armenia: How public protests forced PM Serzh Sargsyan to resign 26.04.2018
Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan stepped down on April 23 after thousands of people took to the streets to protest his rule. What sparked this public outrage and how is Russia viewing this political change?
Opinion: Armenians must forge their own future 24.04.2018
It's surprising how quickly Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan gave in to pressure from the streets and resigned. After such fast-paced change, it is not clear where the country is headed, says DW's Miodrag Soric.
Armenia: Serzh Sargsyan resignation a blow to Russia foreign policy 23.04.2018
Street protests have forced the resignation of Armenian Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan just days after he took up the post. The rapid turn of events could shake up Russia's interests in the region.
Armenia: Opposition leader Pashinian detained after abortive meeting with PM 22.04.2018
The newly elected prime minister of Armenia has walked out of a live broadcast meeting immediately after it began. Police later arrested opposition leader Nikol Pashinian.
China's 'New Silk Road' goes straight through the Caucasus 26.12.2017
With its New Silk Road mega-project, China is building on old traditions. But hard-core geostrategic interests, not nostalgia, are guiding Beijing's investments. Miodrag Soric reports from Tbilisi, Georgia.
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Continuing from a fresh setup of the Data ONTAP 8.1 Simulator ; the following post goes through the steps to enable SFTP Access to /etc without having NFS or CIFS licensed nor enabled. And here we will use WinSCP to connect to /vol/vol0 and browse the /etc folder.
*Record the output from here and feel free to change the cifs*123 password!
I ran into a problem with that the sftpuser doesnt seem to have a homedir or the wrong permissions to access any files?
One fairly massive problem is if you set "options security.admin.authentication nsswitch", then none of your local users will be able to login via ssh, or the console (except root).
It should really read "options security.admin.authentication nsswitch,internal".
This has taken me a couple of hours to realise and fix, fortunately no-one noticed that I'd broken it.