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Large femoral heads decrease the incidence of dislocation after total hip arthroplasty: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Howie, D.W., Holubowycz, O.T., Middleton, R. and Large Articulation Study Group
Journal: J Bone Joint Surg Am
DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.K.00570
BACKGROUND: The use of larger femoral heads has been proposed to reduce the risk of dislocation after total hip arthroplasty, but there is a lack of evidence to support this proposal. The aim of this multicenter randomized controlled trial was to determine whether the incidence of dislocation one year after total hip arthroplasty is significantly lower in association with the use of a 36-mm femoral head articulation as compared with a 28-mm articulation. METHODS: Six hundred and forty-four middle-aged and elderly patients undergoing primary or revision arthroplasty were randomized intraoperatively to receive either a 36 or 28-mm metal femoral head on highly cross-linked polyethylene. Patients who were at high risk of dislocation (including those with dementia and neuromuscular disease) and those undergoing revision for the treatment of recurrent hip dislocation or infection were excluded. Patients were stratified according to other potential risk factors for dislocation, including diagnosis and age. Diagnosis of hip dislocation required confirmation by a physician and radiographic evidence of a dislocation. RESULTS: Overall, at one year of follow-up, hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation had a significantly lower incidence of dislocation than did those with a 28-mm articulation (1.3% [four of 299] compared with 5.4% [seventeen of 316]; difference, 4.1% [95% confidence interval, 1.2% to 7.2%]) when controlling for the type of procedure (primary or revision) (p = 0.012). The incidence of dislocation following primary arthroplasty was also significantly lower for hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation than for those with a 28-mm articulation (0.8% [two of 258] compared with 4.4% [twelve of 275]; difference, 3.6% [95% confidence interval, 0.9% to 6.8%]) (p = 0.024). The incidence of dislocation following revision arthroplasty was 4.9% (two of forty-one) for hips with a 36-mm articulation and 12.2% (five of forty-one) for hips with a 28-mm articulation; this difference was not significant with the relatively small sample size of the revision group (difference, 7.3% [95% confidence interval, -5.9% to 21.1%]) (p = 0.273). CONCLUSIONS: Compared with a 28-mm femoral head articulation, a larger 36-mm articulation resulted in a significantly decreased incidence of dislocation in the first year following primary total hip arthroplasty. However, before a 36-mm metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene articulation is widely recommended, the incidence of late dislocation, wear, periprosthetic osteolysis, and liner fracture should be established.
Authors: Howie, D.W., Middleton, R., Wainwright, T. et al.
Journal: Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series A
Background: The use of larger femoral heads has been proposed to reduce the risk of dislocation after total hip arthroplasty, but there is a lack of evidence to support this proposal. The aim of this multicenter randomized controlled trial was to determine whether the incidence of dislocation one year after total hip arthroplasty is significantly lower in association with the use of a 36-mm femoral head articulation as compared with a 28-mm articulation. Methods: Six hundred and forty-four middle-aged and elderly patients undergoing primary or revision arthroplasty were randomized intraoperatively to receive either a 36 or 28-mm metal femoral head on highly cross-linked polyethylene. Patients who were at high risk of dislocation (including those with dementia and neuromuscular disease) and those undergoing revision for the treatment of recurrent hip dislocation or infection were excluded. Patients were stratified according to other potential risk factors for dislocation, including diagnosis and age. Diagnosis of hip dislocation required confirmation by a physician and radiographic evidence of a dislocation. Results: Overall, at one year of follow-up, hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation had a significantly lower incidence of dislocation than did those with a 28-mm articulation (1.3% [four of 299] compared with 5.4% [seventeen of 316]; difference, 4.1% [95% confidence interval, 1.2% to 7.2%]) when controlling for the type of procedure (primary or revision) (p = 0.012). The incidence of dislocation following primary arthroplasty was also significantly lower for hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation than for those with a 28-mm articulation (0.8% [two of 258] compared with 4.4% [twelve of 275]; difference, 3.6% [95% confidence interval, 0.9% to 6.8%]) (p = 0.024). The incidence of dislocation following revision arthroplasty was 4.9% (two of forty-one) for hips with a 36-mm articulation and 12.2% (five of forty-one) for hips with a 28-mm articulation; this difference was not significant with the relatively small sample size of the revision group (difference, 7.3% [95% confidence interval, -5.9% to 21.1%]) (p = 0.273). Conclusions: Compared with a 28-mm femoral head articulation, a larger 36-mm articulation resulted in a significantly decreased incidence of dislocation in the first year following primary total hip arthroplasty. However, before a 36-mm metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene articulation is widely recommended, the incidence of late dislocation, wear, periprosthetic osteolysis, and liner fracture should be established. Level of Evidence: Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence. Copyright © 2012 by The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Incorporated.
This source preferred by Rob Middleton and Tom Wainwright
Authors: Howie, D.W., Holubowycz, O.T., Middleton, R. and Grp, L.A.S.
Journal: JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME
Volume: 94A
Authors: Howie, D.W., Holubowycz, O.T. and Middleton, R.
Journal: The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume
The use of larger femoral heads has been proposed to reduce the risk of dislocation after total hip arthroplasty, but there is a lack of evidence to support this proposal. The aim of this multicenter randomized controlled trial was to determine whether the incidence of dislocation one year after total hip arthroplasty is significantly lower in association with the use of a 36-mm femoral head articulation as compared with a 28-mm articulation.Six hundred and forty-four middle-aged and elderly patients undergoing primary or revision arthroplasty were randomized intraoperatively to receive either a 36 or 28-mm metal femoral head on highly cross-linked polyethylene. Patients who were at high risk of dislocation (including those with dementia and neuromuscular disease) and those undergoing revision for the treatment of recurrent hip dislocation or infection were excluded. Patients were stratified according to other potential risk factors for dislocation, including diagnosis and age. Diagnosis of hip dislocation required confirmation by a physician and radiographic evidence of a dislocation.Overall, at one year of follow-up, hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation had a significantly lower incidence of dislocation than did those with a 28-mm articulation (1.3% [four of 299] compared with 5.4% [seventeen of 316]; difference, 4.1% [95% confidence interval, 1.2% to 7.2%]) when controlling for the type of procedure (primary or revision) (p = 0.012). The incidence of dislocation following primary arthroplasty was also significantly lower for hips with a 36-mm femoral head articulation than for those with a 28-mm articulation (0.8% [two of 258] compared with 4.4% [twelve of 275]; difference, 3.6% [95% confidence interval, 0.9% to 6.8%]) (p = 0.024). The incidence of dislocation following revision arthroplasty was 4.9% (two of forty-one) for hips with a 36-mm articulation and 12.2% (five of forty-one) for hips with a 28-mm articulation; this difference was not significant with the relatively small sample size of the revision group (difference, 7.3% [95% confidence interval, -5.9% to 21.1%]) (p = 0.273).Compared with a 28-mm femoral head articulation, a larger 36-mm articulation resulted in a significantly decreased incidence of dislocation in the first year following primary total hip arthroplasty. However, before a 36-mm metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene articulation is widely recommended, the incidence of late dislocation, wear, periprosthetic osteolysis, and liner fracture should be established.


Seven hundred years before Christ (i.e., Messiah) was born, the prophet Isaiah was told that He would be one person with two natures—divine and human.
At a time of great crisis for Israel, the house of David was given a great promise. "Then he said, 'Hear now, O house of David! Is it a small thing for you to weary men, but will you weary my God also? Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son [i.e., fully human], and shall call His name Immanuel [i.e., God with us, fully divine]'" (Isa. 7:13-14). In the very next chapter, the prophet is told that the God of Israel is "Immanuel" (Isa. 8:8; cf. 8:10).
But how could a virgin have a child? That was the urgent question that Mary asked Gabriel, the messenger-angel sent from God: "How can this be, since I do not know a man?" (Luke 1:34). The answer was astounding, and is recorded by Luke, "the beloved physician" (Col. 4:14): "And the angel answered and said to her, 'The Holy Spirit [i.e., the third person of the triune God] will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God…. For with God nothing will be impossible' " (Luke 1:35-37).
Please note here the ultimate marvel: the reason why her child would be "holy" (i.e., without a sin nature) is not because she was holy (for Mary confessed her need of a Savior—Luke 1:47; cf. 11:27, 28; 18:19), but because the Holy Spirit would "come upon" her and "overshadow" her. The stupendous miracle of the incarnation (i.e., a divine person adding a true human nature to His personhood without becoming two persons) was essential for our salvation. He was not just a man—not even a sinless man (like Adam before his fall)—but one person who was both God and man who was thus fully capable of paying for the sins of the whole world upon the cross. "For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power" (Col. 2:9, 10).
See what infinite self-emptying our Savior experienced on that first Christmas to become "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29): "who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father" (Phil. 2:6-11).
May the Christ of Isaiah and the Christ of the New Testament be honored in each of our hearts—perhaps as never before—during this Christmas season.


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How much is military school tuition
Is military school a punishment?
Military school is not easy … At the same time, military school isn't designed to make life miserable for those who are sent there. Rather, it's designed to bring out the very best for those who are fortunate enough to attend it. Military school is a privilege to attend, not a punishment .
How much is tuition at Riverside Military Academy?
Riverside Military Academy is a highly rated, private, boarding, all-boys school located in Gainesville, GA. It has 530 students in grades 7-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. Tuition is $43,173 for the highest grade offered. After graduation, 97% of students from this school go on to attend a 4-year college.
What is the age limit for military school?
Sainik School entrance examination will be held for admission to Class 6 and 9. Sainik School Society has set a certain age limit which an aspirant must meet to appear for Sainik School admission examination 2019.
Sainik School Age Limit for Class 6
Age as on 31 March 2020 Between 10 and 12 years
Can I send my kid to military school?
The " child " you send to military school will come back much more mature, disciplined and with a military orientation that will serve him or her well when the time comes to pursue a military career when he or she is older. Military school is generally a longer commitment than a teen boot camp.
Can your parents send you to military school?
Yes, parents can force minor children to attend military school . In the U.S., most states require children between the ages of 6 and 16 to receive formal education. However, caring parents will take steps to make sure that their child receives the best possible education for his personal needs, skills and talents.
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Are phones allowed in military school?
Historically, standard Army basic training rules allowed for well-performing platoons to be rewarded with phone calls home on Sundays. Recruits in many Army basic training platoons are now allowed to use personal cell phones to call friends and families, send text messages, and update their social media status.
Is Military School good for ADHD?
Students with ADHD get help at military academies even after class time is over. At most military schools, drill instructors, teachers, and tutors all set aside time to work with students after class. So, military schools might just be the best place for students suffering from ADHD .
What Military Academy is the hardest to get into?
United States Naval Academy ( USNA ) USNA is the most competitive of the service academies in terms of admissions, with only 9% of applicants receiving an acceptance.
How do you pay for military school?
Paying For Military School Scholarship Opportunities. The earlier you start applying for scholarships, the better chances you will have. Grants are Great. Most military prep schools fall under the National Association of Independent Schools , or NAIS for short. Loans for Education. Schools Offer Financing.
Can I force my son to join the military?
The US military is an all-volunteer force . No one can be forced to join .
Is 25 too old for the military?
Military Maximum Age Requirements: Army Age Limit: 35 for active duty, Guard, and Army Reserve. Navy Age Limit: 34 for active duty, 39 for Navy Reserve. Marine Corps Age Limit: 29 for active duty and Marine Corps Reserve. Air Force Age Limit: 39 for active duty and Guard, 38 for Air Force Reserve.
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Military schools can help your child develop good habits of discipline and structure. Just about anything worth doing well requires lots of discipline. Discipline takes hard work, persistence, stamina and time. Children need to learn how to work hard, be persistent, develop stamina and patience.
What's the difference between military school and boot camp?
Within the boot camps classification is where you will find the greatest range of options; there are single sex boot camps ; special needs boot camps and specific age related camps . A military school was originally for students who wanted to join the armed forces as a career choice at the end of high school .
How much does it cost to send a kid to boot camp?
Boot Camps for teens tend to charge more then a typical Behavior Modification School because they are only 30 days so they feel that parents are willing to pay more for one month then they are for several months over a year. Boot Camps cost between $5,000 and $10,000 for the 30 day stay.

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Fine-tune your stitching skills with herringbone increases and decreases as well as a smattering of peyote. Together, the stitches create a framework that fans out to become a sturdy structure from which to hang your treasured art beads.
Editor's note: Longer art beads can easily be accommodated by using 11/0 seed beads throughout.
The bail is largely made up of herringbone, with a peyote inclusion at the bottom that helps it fan out to span the length of your art bead. Use tight tension, and refer to figure 1 and the color chart as you work.
1. On a 2-yd. (1.8m) length of thread, stitch a bead ladder two beads wide and four beads long, using color A 11/0 seed beads. Leave an 8-in. (20cm) tail. Sew back through the ladder to the first two beads (FIGURE 1, a–b).
2. Work a row of herringbone in As, turning around as shown (b–c).
Row 4: Work a row of herringbone in As, with a modified turn (c–d).
Rows 5–12: Work the next eight rows as in row 4 (d–e).
Rows 13–20: Work increases in herringbone with As, color C 15/0 seed beads, and color D 15/0 seed beads (e–f).
Rows 21–22: Work decreases in herringbone with As and Cs (f–g).
Rows 23–30: Work in herringbone as in row 4 (g–h).
Rows 31–32: Work a row of modified herringbone using As and Ds (h–i).
Row 33–35: Work in modified herringbone (i–j).
Rows 36–43: Work in herringbone and peyote (j–k).
Rows 44–45: Complete two modified herringbone stitches on one side. Then sew through the last row of peyote to get to the other side. Complete two rows of modified herringbone (k–l).
3. Sew through the last row added, and turn as before (FIGURE 2, a–b). Pick up five As, three color B 11/0 seed beads, the art bead, three Bs, and five As. Sew through the B on the opposite side of the bail (b–c).
4. Using As, work in flat peyote for the next three stitches. Then pick up three Bs, and sew through the art bead (c–d).
5. Mirror step 5 on the other side of the art bead (d–e).
6. Reinforce these beads with a second and third thread path. Secure the thread in the bail, tying half-hitch knots between a few beads.
7. Use the tail to connect row 1 to row 29 by sewing back and forth through the beads in both rows to finish the bail (PHOTO).


There is so many variables that change wether the work you're doing is more conducive to strength or hypertrophy (the tempo of your movements / the structure of the rest of the workout / nutrition around the workout / whether the set is to failure or not etc) TRUST ME just banging out 8 reps at your normal speed versus banging out 12 reps at your normal speed probably isn't making a single difference to the effect you're eliciting.
I love to flesh things out and explain the details in these posts but this is a big one so I'll cover it over the next few posts.
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require "rack/session/abstract/id"
require "active_support/core_ext/hash/conversions"
require "active_support/core_ext/object/to_query"
require "active_support/core_ext/module/anonymous"
require "active_support/core_ext/module/redefine_method"
require "active_support/core_ext/hash/keys"
require "active_support/testing/constant_lookup"
require "action_controller/template_assertions"
require "rails-dom-testing"

module ActionController
  class Metal
    include Testing::Functional
  end

  module Live
    # Disable controller / rendering threads in tests. User tests can access
    # the database on the main thread, so they could open a txn, then the
    # controller thread will open a new connection and try to access data
    # that's only visible to the main thread's txn. This is the problem in #23483.
    silence_redefinition_of_method :new_controller_thread
    def new_controller_thread # :nodoc:
      yield
    end

    # Avoid a deadlock from the queue filling up
    Buffer.queue_size = nil
  end

  # ActionController::TestCase will be deprecated and moved to a gem in the future.
  # Please use ActionDispatch::IntegrationTest going forward.
  class TestRequest < ActionDispatch::TestRequest # :nodoc:
    DEFAULT_ENV = ActionDispatch::TestRequest::DEFAULT_ENV.dup
    DEFAULT_ENV.delete "PATH_INFO"

    def self.new_session
      TestSession.new
    end

    attr_reader :controller_class

    # Create a new test request with default `env` values.
    def self.create(controller_class)
      env = {}
      env = Rails.application.env_config.merge(env) if defined?(Rails.application) && Rails.application
      env["rack.request.cookie_hash"] = {}.with_indifferent_access
      new(default_env.merge(env), new_session, controller_class)
    end

    def self.default_env
      DEFAULT_ENV
    end
    private_class_method :default_env

    def initialize(env, session, controller_class)
      super(env)

      self.session = session
      self.session_options = TestSession::DEFAULT_OPTIONS.dup
      @controller_class = controller_class
      @custom_param_parsers = {
        xml: lambda { |raw_post| Hash.from_xml(raw_post)["hash"] }
      }
    end

    def query_string=(string)
      set_header Rack::QUERY_STRING, string
    end

    def content_type=(type)
      set_header "CONTENT_TYPE", type
    end

    def assign_parameters(routes, controller_path, action, parameters, generated_path, query_string_keys)
      non_path_parameters = {}
      path_parameters = {}

      parameters.each do |key, value|
        if query_string_keys.include?(key)
          non_path_parameters[key] = value
        else
          if value.is_a?(Array)
            value = value.map(&:to_param)
          else
            value = value.to_param
          end

          path_parameters[key.to_sym] = value
        end
      end

      if get?
        if query_string.blank?
          self.query_string = non_path_parameters.to_query
        end
      else
        if ENCODER.should_multipart?(non_path_parameters)
          self.content_type = ENCODER.content_type
          data = ENCODER.build_multipart non_path_parameters
        else
          fetch_header("CONTENT_TYPE") do |k|
            set_header k, "application/x-www-form-urlencoded"
          end

          case content_mime_type.to_sym
          when nil
            raise "Unknown Content-Type: #{content_type}"
          when :json
            data = ActiveSupport::JSON.encode(non_path_parameters)
          when :xml
            data = non_path_parameters.to_xml
          when :url_encoded_form
            data = non_path_parameters.to_query
          else
            @custom_param_parsers[content_mime_type.symbol] = ->(_) { non_path_parameters }
            data = non_path_parameters.to_query
          end
        end

        data_stream = StringIO.new(data)
        set_header "CONTENT_LENGTH", data_stream.length.to_s
        set_header "rack.input", data_stream
      end

      fetch_header("PATH_INFO") do |k|
        set_header k, generated_path
      end
      path_parameters[:controller] = controller_path
      path_parameters[:action] = action

      self.path_parameters = path_parameters
    end

    ENCODER = Class.new do
      include Rack::Test::Utils

      def should_multipart?(params)
        # FIXME: lifted from Rack-Test. We should push this separation upstream.
        multipart = false
        query = lambda { |value|
          case value
          when Array
            value.each(&query)
          when Hash
            value.values.each(&query)
          when Rack::Test::UploadedFile
            multipart = true
          end
        }
        params.values.each(&query)
        multipart
      end

      public :build_multipart

      def content_type
        "multipart/form-data; boundary=#{Rack::Test::MULTIPART_BOUNDARY}"
      end
    end.new

    private
      def params_parsers
        super.merge @custom_param_parsers
      end
  end

  class LiveTestResponse < Live::Response
    # Was the response successful?
    alias_method :success?, :successful?

    # Was the URL not found?
    alias_method :missing?, :not_found?

    # Was there a server-side error?
    alias_method :error?, :server_error?
  end

  # Methods #destroy and #load! are overridden to avoid calling methods on the
  # @store object, which does not exist for the TestSession class.
  class TestSession < Rack::Session::Abstract::PersistedSecure::SecureSessionHash # :nodoc:
    DEFAULT_OPTIONS = Rack::Session::Abstract::Persisted::DEFAULT_OPTIONS

    def initialize(session = {})
      super(nil, nil)
      @id = Rack::Session::SessionId.new(SecureRandom.hex(16))
      @data = stringify_keys(session)
      @loaded = true
    end

    def exists?
      true
    end

    def keys
      @data.keys
    end

    def values
      @data.values
    end

    def destroy
      clear
    end

    def dig(*keys)
      keys = keys.map.with_index { |key, i| i.zero? ? key.to_s : key }
      @data.dig(*keys)
    end

    def fetch(key, *args, &block)
      @data.fetch(key.to_s, *args, &block)
    end

    def enabled?
      true
    end

    private
      def load!
        @id
      end
  end

  # Superclass for ActionController functional tests. Functional tests allow you to
  # test a single controller action per test method.
  #
  # == Use integration style controller tests over functional style controller tests.
  #
  # Rails discourages the use of functional tests in favor of integration tests
  # (use ActionDispatch::IntegrationTest).
  #
  # New Rails applications no longer generate functional style controller tests and they should
  # only be used for backward compatibility. Integration style controller tests perform actual
  # requests, whereas functional style controller tests merely simulate a request. Besides,
  # integration tests are as fast as functional tests and provide lot of helpers such as +as+,
  # +parsed_body+ for effective testing of controller actions including even API endpoints.
  #
  # == Basic example
  #
  # Functional tests are written as follows:
  # 1. First, one uses the +get+, +post+, +patch+, +put+, +delete+ or +head+ method to simulate
  #    an HTTP request.
  # 2. Then, one asserts whether the current state is as expected. "State" can be anything:
  #    the controller's HTTP response, the database contents, etc.
  #
  # For example:
  #
  #   class BooksControllerTest < ActionController::TestCase
  #     def test_create
  #       # Simulate a POST response with the given HTTP parameters.
  #       post(:create, params: { book: { title: "Love Hina" }})
  #
  #       # Asserts that the controller tried to redirect us to
  #       # the created book's URI.
  #       assert_response :found
  #
  #       # Asserts that the controller really put the book in the database.
  #       assert_not_nil Book.find_by(title: "Love Hina")
  #     end
  #   end
  #
  # You can also send a real document in the simulated HTTP request.
  #
  #   def test_create
  #     json = {book: { title: "Love Hina" }}.to_json
  #     post :create, body: json
  #   end
  #
  # == Special instance variables
  #
  # ActionController::TestCase will also automatically provide the following instance
  # variables for use in the tests:
  #
  # @controller::
  #      The controller instance that will be tested.
  # @request::
  #      An ActionController::TestRequest, representing the current HTTP
  #      request. You can modify this object before sending the HTTP request. For example,
  #      you might want to set some session properties before sending a GET request.
  # @response::
  #      An ActionDispatch::TestResponse object, representing the response
  #      of the last HTTP response. In the above example, <tt>@response</tt> becomes valid
  #      after calling +post+. If the various assert methods are not sufficient, then you
  #      may use this object to inspect the HTTP response in detail.
  #
  # == Controller is automatically inferred
  #
  # ActionController::TestCase will automatically infer the controller under test
  # from the test class name. If the controller cannot be inferred from the test
  # class name, you can explicitly set it with +tests+.
  #
  #   class SpecialEdgeCaseWidgetsControllerTest < ActionController::TestCase
  #     tests WidgetController
  #   end
  #
  # == \Testing controller internals
  #
  # In addition to these specific assertions, you also have easy access to various collections that the regular test/unit assertions
  # can be used against. These collections are:
  #
  # * session: Objects being saved in the session.
  # * flash: The flash objects currently in the session.
  # * cookies: \Cookies being sent to the user on this request.
  #
  # These collections can be used just like any other hash:
  #
  #   assert_equal "Dave", cookies[:name] # makes sure that a cookie called :name was set as "Dave"
  #   assert flash.empty? # makes sure that there's nothing in the flash
  #
  # On top of the collections, you have the complete URL that a given action redirected to available in <tt>redirect_to_url</tt>.
  #
  # For redirects within the same controller, you can even call follow_redirect and the redirect will be followed, triggering another
  # action call which can then be asserted against.
  #
  # == Manipulating session and cookie variables
  #
  # Sometimes you need to set up the session and cookie variables for a test.
  # To do this just assign a value to the session or cookie collection:
  #
  #   session[:key] = "value"
  #   cookies[:key] = "value"
  #
  # To clear the cookies for a test just clear the cookie collection:
  #
  #   cookies.clear
  #
  # == \Testing named routes
  #
  # If you're using named routes, they can be easily tested using the original named routes' methods straight in the test case.
  #
  #  assert_redirected_to page_url(title: 'foo')
  class TestCase < ActiveSupport::TestCase
    module Behavior
      extend ActiveSupport::Concern
      include ActionDispatch::TestProcess
      include ActiveSupport::Testing::ConstantLookup
      include Rails::Dom::Testing::Assertions

      attr_reader :response, :request

      module ClassMethods
        # Sets the controller class name. Useful if the name can't be inferred from test class.
        # Normalizes +controller_class+ before using.
        #
        #   tests WidgetController
        #   tests :widget
        #   tests 'widget'
        def tests(controller_class)
          case controller_class
          when String, Symbol
            self.controller_class = "#{controller_class.to_s.camelize}Controller".constantize
          when Class
            self.controller_class = controller_class
          else
            raise ArgumentError, "controller class must be a String, Symbol, or Class"
          end
        end

        def controller_class=(new_class)
          self._controller_class = new_class
        end

        def controller_class
          if current_controller_class = _controller_class
            current_controller_class
          else
            self.controller_class = determine_default_controller_class(name)
          end
        end

        def determine_default_controller_class(name)
          determine_constant_from_test_name(name) do |constant|
            Class === constant && constant < ActionController::Metal
          end
        end
      end

      # Simulate a GET request with the given parameters.
      #
      # - +action+: The controller action to call.
      # - +params+: The hash with HTTP parameters that you want to pass. This may be +nil+.
      # - +body+: The request body with a string that is appropriately encoded
      #   (<tt>application/x-www-form-urlencoded</tt> or <tt>multipart/form-data</tt>).
      # - +session+: A hash of parameters to store in the session. This may be +nil+.
      # - +flash+: A hash of parameters to store in the flash. This may be +nil+.
      #
      # You can also simulate POST, PATCH, PUT, DELETE, and HEAD requests with
      # +post+, +patch+, +put+, +delete+, and +head+.
      # Example sending parameters, session and setting a flash message:
      #
      #   get :show,
      #     params: { id: 7 },
      #     session: { user_id: 1 },
      #     flash: { notice: 'This is flash message' }
      #
      # Note that the request method is not verified. The different methods are
      # available to make the tests more expressive.
      def get(action, **args)
        res = process(action, method: "GET", **args)
        cookies.update res.cookies
        res
      end

      # Simulate a POST request with the given parameters and set/volley the response.
      # See +get+ for more details.
      def post(action, **args)
        process(action, method: "POST", **args)
      end

      # Simulate a PATCH request with the given parameters and set/volley the response.
      # See +get+ for more details.
      def patch(action, **args)
        process(action, method: "PATCH", **args)
      end

      # Simulate a PUT request with the given parameters and set/volley the response.
      # See +get+ for more details.
      def put(action, **args)
        process(action, method: "PUT", **args)
      end

      # Simulate a DELETE request with the given parameters and set/volley the response.
      # See +get+ for more details.
      def delete(action, **args)
        process(action, method: "DELETE", **args)
      end

      # Simulate a HEAD request with the given parameters and set/volley the response.
      # See +get+ for more details.
      def head(action, **args)
        process(action, method: "HEAD", **args)
      end

      # Simulate an HTTP request to +action+ by specifying request method,
      # parameters and set/volley the response.
      #
      # - +action+: The controller action to call.
      # - +method+: Request method used to send the HTTP request. Possible values
      #   are +GET+, +POST+, +PATCH+, +PUT+, +DELETE+, +HEAD+. Defaults to +GET+. Can be a symbol.
      # - +params+: The hash with HTTP parameters that you want to pass. This may be +nil+.
      # - +body+: The request body with a string that is appropriately encoded
      #   (<tt>application/x-www-form-urlencoded</tt> or <tt>multipart/form-data</tt>).
      # - +session+: A hash of parameters to store in the session. This may be +nil+.
      # - +flash+: A hash of parameters to store in the flash. This may be +nil+.
      # - +format+: Request format. Defaults to +nil+. Can be string or symbol.
      # - +as+: Content type. Defaults to +nil+. Must be a symbol that corresponds
      #   to a mime type.
      #
      # Example calling +create+ action and sending two params:
      #
      #   process :create,
      #     method: 'POST',
      #     params: {
      #       user: { name: 'Gaurish Sharma', email: 'user@example.com' }
      #     },
      #     session: { user_id: 1 },
      #     flash: { notice: 'This is flash message' }
      #
      # To simulate +GET+, +POST+, +PATCH+, +PUT+, +DELETE+ and +HEAD+ requests
      # prefer using #get, #post, #patch, #put, #delete and #head methods
      # respectively which will make tests more expressive.
      #
      # Note that the request method is not verified.
      def process(action, method: "GET", params: nil, session: nil, body: nil, flash: {}, format: nil, xhr: false, as: nil)
        check_required_ivars

        action = +action.to_s
        http_method = method.to_s.upcase

        @html_document = nil

        cookies.update(@request.cookies)
        cookies.update_cookies_from_jar
        @request.set_header "HTTP_COOKIE", cookies.to_header
        @request.delete_header "action_dispatch.cookies"

        @request          = TestRequest.new scrub_env!(@request.env), @request.session, @controller.class
        @response         = build_response @response_klass
        @response.request = @request
        @controller.recycle!

        if body
          @request.set_header "RAW_POST_DATA", body
        end

        @request.set_header "REQUEST_METHOD", http_method

        if as
          @request.content_type = Mime[as].to_s
          format ||= as
        end

        parameters = (params || {}).symbolize_keys

        if format
          parameters[:format] = format
        end

        setup_request(controller_class_name, action, parameters, session, flash, xhr)
        process_controller_response(action, cookies, xhr)
      end

      def controller_class_name
        @controller.class.anonymous? ? "anonymous" : @controller.class.controller_path
      end

      def generated_path(generated_extras)
        generated_extras[0]
      end

      def query_parameter_names(generated_extras)
        generated_extras[1] + [:controller, :action]
      end

      def setup_controller_request_and_response
        @controller = nil unless defined? @controller

        @response_klass = ActionDispatch::TestResponse

        if klass = self.class.controller_class
          if klass < ActionController::Live
            @response_klass = LiveTestResponse
          end
          unless @controller
            begin
              @controller = klass.new
            rescue
              warn "could not construct controller #{klass}" if $VERBOSE
            end
          end
        end

        @request          = TestRequest.create(@controller.class)
        @response         = build_response @response_klass
        @response.request = @request

        if @controller
          @controller.request = @request
          @controller.params = {}
        end
      end

      def build_response(klass)
        klass.create
      end

      included do
        include ActionController::TemplateAssertions
        include ActionDispatch::Assertions
        class_attribute :_controller_class
        setup :setup_controller_request_and_response
        ActiveSupport.run_load_hooks(:action_controller_test_case, self)
      end

      private
        def setup_request(controller_class_name, action, parameters, session, flash, xhr)
          generated_extras = @routes.generate_extras(parameters.merge(controller: controller_class_name, action: action))
          generated_path = generated_path(generated_extras)
          query_string_keys = query_parameter_names(generated_extras)

          @request.assign_parameters(@routes, controller_class_name, action, parameters, generated_path, query_string_keys)

          @request.session.update(session) if session
          @request.flash.update(flash || {})

          if xhr
            @request.set_header "HTTP_X_REQUESTED_WITH", "XMLHttpRequest"
            @request.fetch_header("HTTP_ACCEPT") do |k|
              @request.set_header k, [Mime[:js], Mime[:html], Mime[:xml], "text/xml", "*/*"].join(", ")
            end
          end

          @request.fetch_header("SCRIPT_NAME") do |k|
            @request.set_header k, @controller.config.relative_url_root
          end
        end

        def process_controller_response(action, cookies, xhr)
          begin
            @controller.recycle!
            @controller.dispatch(action, @request, @response)
          ensure
            @request = @controller.request
            @response = @controller.response

            if @request.have_cookie_jar?
              unless @request.cookie_jar.committed?
                @request.cookie_jar.write(@response)
                cookies.update(@request.cookie_jar.instance_variable_get(:@cookies))
              end
            end
            @response.prepare!

            if flash_value = @request.flash.to_session_value
              @request.session["flash"] = flash_value
            else
              @request.session.delete("flash")
            end

            if xhr
              @request.delete_header "HTTP_X_REQUESTED_WITH"
              @request.delete_header "HTTP_ACCEPT"
            end
            @request.query_string = ""

            @response.sent!
          end

          @response
        end

        def scrub_env!(env)
          env.delete_if do |k, _|
            k.start_with?("rack.request", "action_dispatch.request", "action_dispatch.rescue")
          end
          env["rack.input"] = StringIO.new
          env.delete "CONTENT_LENGTH"
          env.delete "RAW_POST_DATA"
          env
        end

        def document_root_element
          html_document.root
        end

        def check_required_ivars
          # Check for required instance variables so we can give an
          # understandable error message.
          [:@routes, :@controller, :@request, :@response].each do |iv_name|
            if !instance_variable_defined?(iv_name) || instance_variable_get(iv_name).nil?
              raise "#{iv_name} is nil: make sure you set it in your test's setup method."
            end
          end
        end
    end

    include Behavior
  end
end

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Kevin Lee Graves, age 58, passed away on April 8, 2019 in Sandy, Utah due to stage 4 brain cancer. He was born on September 9, 1960 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah to Beverly Jennings Graves and Marvin Graves.
Kevin was a very spirited person. He loved hunting, fishing, waterskiing and most anything he could do outdoors. He was known for his love of horses. He earned an inventors award for inventing a horseshoeing aid. Kevin loved family and spoiled the children as if they were his own. Kevin would get any child distracted with fun.
He is survived by mother Beverly Graves, siblings Beva Anderson, Rich Anderson, Holly Rich, Phillip Graves, Kathy Graves, and many loved nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Marvin Graves.
There will be a Celebration Of Life on June 14.
There's still time to send flowers to the Celebration of Life at 10:30 AM on June 14, 2019.


Two men are facing multiple felony charges after they used a debit card from a stolen wallet left inside at Cleveland area business to go on a brief shopping spree.
A 23 year-old Florida man reported back on Oct. 28th his wallet was stolen from a laundry mat in the 40/42 area. A debit card in the wallet was used to make purchases at Wal-Mart, Game Stop, and Murphy's in the Cleveland area, according to Johnston County Sheriff's Lt. Brian Murphy.
After reviewing video surveillance footages from the businesses, Antwain Lynn Chestnut, 25, and Eddie Jerrod Hester, 25, both of Landmark Road, Willow Spring were arrested Nov. 19th. Both men were charged with obtaining property by false pretenses, conspiracy to obtain property by false pretenses and financial card theft.
Hester is facing 8 felony offenses and was held under a $100,000 bond. Chestnut is facing 4 felonies and was held under a $100,000 bond.
Lt. Murphy said the investigation was ongoing and additional charges have not been ruled out.


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This article highlights the recent initiative at the National Museum of the American Indian's Archive Center to preserve and digitally return manuscripts and films to indigenous communities. The paper details the project's first phase of preservation and collaborative curation of the historic films in the Museum of the American Indian, Heye Foundation's collection, specifically the Zuni film series from the early 20th century that depict traditional lifeways and cultural practices. In addition, the initiative explores the challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned with collaborative project between a large national museum and a tribal community museum.


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Best Point-and-Shoot Cameras of 2020
From premium to budget, we break down the year's top compact cameras
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/ Cameras
/ Best Point-and-Shoot Cameras of 2020
By: Switchback Travel Staff | Last Updated: March 24, 2020
The lower end of the camera market is being challenged by smartphones, but advanced and mid-range point-and-shoots are thriving. In 2020, you can get a compact camera with a larger sensor, more megapixels, and more connectivity options and features than ever before (even 4K video is now readily available at this level). Whether you're an amateur looking to improve your photography, or a professional looking for a smaller alternative to your DSLR or mirrorless camera, below are the year's best point-and-shoots. For more background information, see our point-and-shoot comparison table and buying advice below the picks.
Best Overall Point-and-Shoot
1. Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II ($429)
Sensor size: 116 sq. mm
Megapixels: 20.2
Zoom: 28-84mm
What we like: A well-rounded point-and-shoot with a big sensor at a good price.
What we don't: No viewfinder or 4K video.
The premium point-and-shoot field has grown substantially over the past few years, including Canon challenging Sony for the top spot. Based on a combination of performance and value, we give the nod to the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. Most importantly, you get a large 1" image sensor that packs a punch in terms of image and video quality. In addition, the camera has a quality 28-84mm f/2-4.9 lens along with features like built-in image stabilization and Wi-Fi. And at just 7.3 ounces and with a sleek form factor, it's a great compact camera for travel and everyday use.
What do you sacrifice by going with the G9 X Mark II over some of the more expensive options below? It does not have an electronic viewfinder, which means that you have to line your photos up via the rear LCD. And the more expensive G7 X Mark II does bump up the feature set including a bigger zoom range at 24-100mm and faster maximum aperture at f/1.8-2.8. All in all, you certainly can spend up for the G7 X Mark II or the top-of-the-line Sony RX100 VII below, but we like the value of the G9 X Mark II.
See the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II
Best High-End Point-and-Shoot
2. Sony RX100 VII ($1,298)
Zoom: 24-200mm
Weight: 10.7 oz.
What we like: Premium image and video quality with all of the bells and whistles.
What we don't: High price and slower lens than previous versions.
The Sony RX100 line is storied in the world of point-and-shoots, and in 2019 is on its seventh iteration. In evaluating the RX100 VII, let's start with the good: this camera is ultra-high-end and comes with just about all of the premium features you could ask for. It has a large 1" image sensor, crisp Carl Zeiss lens with a 24-200mm range, shoots 4K video, and has advanced autofocus that is light years ahead of cheaper point-and-shoots. And at 10.7 ounces, it's the ultimate compact camera for those who want a lighter-weight alternative to their mirrorless camera or DSLR.
Our biggest gripe with the Sony RX100 VII is price. Unless money were burning a hole in our pocket, we would hesitate to spend nearly $1,300 on any point-and-shoot. For that price, you can get a mid-range mirrorless camera like the Fujifilm X-T30 that will outperform this Sony (albeit with added size and weight). Furthermore, on the latest versions of RX100 including the VII, Sony extended the zoom range to 24-200mm at the sacrifice of aperture (it's now f/2.8-4.5 instead of f/1.8-2.8 of the RX100 V, although that lens was only 24-70mm). These issues aside, you will be hard-pressed to find a point-and-shoot that offers better image and video quality or more features.
See the Sony RX100 VII
Best Budget Point-and-Shoot
3. Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 ($109)
Sensor size: 28 sq. mm
Megapixels: 20
What we like: Bargain basement price; more zoom than competitors like the Sony WSC-800 below.
What we don't: Won't outperform the camera on most newer smartphones.
For a cheap alternative to the camera on your phone, or even for children learning the art of photography, the Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 can get the job done. On paper, the specs are pretty darn respectable for the price: 20 megapixels of resolution, a 28-224mm zoom range (significantly more zoom than other budget options like the Sony DSC W800 below), 720p video, and a low weight of just 4.5 ounces. And one of the reasons this camera is so popular is the easy-to-use functionality that Canon is known for. You just point, and shoot.
Our main issue with a camera like the ELPH 180 is that smartphones have rendered it largely obsolete. With its small image sensor and limited optics, a modern iPhone can capture considerably better people photos in Portrait mode, although the zoom on the Canon may come out a little cleaner. But the reality is that many people no longer need or want to carry two devices unless their dedicated camera outperforms their phone in some specific capacity. Unfortunately, the Canon ELPH 180 does not, although as mentioned above, it's great for kids and those on a tight budget. If you want to spend even less, see the Sony WSC-800 below.
See the Canon PowerShot ELPH 180
Best Superzoom Camera
4. Panasonic Lumix FZ80 ($298)
Zoom: 20-1200mm
What we like: Serious zoom capability for less than $300.
What we don't: Small image sensor and large form factor.
In terms of big zoom, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better value than the Panasonic Lumix FZ80. For just under $300, this camera has a whopping 20-1200mm zoom range, which is enough to capture wildlife, sporting events, school plays, and just about anything else that you want to. In addition, the FZ80 shoots quickly at up to 10 frames per second, captures 4K video, and has image stabilization (O.I.S.) for helping to reduce camera shake. Throw in built-in Wi-Fi, and you have an impressive and modern camera at a reasonable price.
What are the downsides of the Panasonic FZ80? Part of the reason the price is so low is that the image sensor is small, and it dwarfs in comparison to some of the pricier superzooms on the market that can run $1,000 or more. In addition, the weight of 21.7 ounces means that this camera is far from pocketable—it feels more like a digital SLR or mirrorless camera than a compact point-and-shoot. But despite the shortcomings, the FZ80 packs a whole lot of zoom and features into an inexpensive package, which is why we have it ranked here.
See the Panasonic Lumix FZ80
Best Rugged Point-and-Shoot
5. Olympus Tough TG-6 ($379)
What we like: The only truly waterproof point-and-shoot on this list.
What we don't: The casing is nice, but optical performance lags behind the price.
For most outdoor activities, we hesitate to recommend "tough" or "rugged" cameras unless you really need the extra protection. You pay a lot for a small image sensor and meager components, and a big chunk of the money goes to the waterproof housing that protects it all. Having said that, the Olympus TG-6 is best in its class: it's waterproof down to 50 feet, dustproof, freezeproof, and has a fast aperture of f/2 for low light and underwater photos. We also like the 25-100mm zoom range, which goes wider than most tough cameras that often are 28mm at the wide end.
Keep in mind that the small sensor on this camera limits the quality of the photos and videos the Olympus TG-6 can produce, and particularly at this price point. But there's no doubting the fun factor—you can take the camera just about anywhere without a worry. And we do like the 4K video functionality and Action Track Sensors, which use a built-in thermometer and GPS to assign temperature readings, location, and other data to your photos. And for underwater photography and deep dives, check out the SeaLife ReefMaster, which also shoots 4K and can get you all the way down to 130 feet underwater.
See the Olympus Tough TG-6
What we like: Superior focal length range compared to the G9 X Mark II above.
What we don't: You still need to spend up for more features.
We'll start by saying that it was a close call between the G7 X Mark II and G9 X Mark II above for the top spot on the list. Both have large 1" image sensors and come with tons of features including in-camera image stabilization, touchscreen functionality, the ability to shoot in RAW, and modern connectivity options. The big reason to choose the G7 Mark II is the lens: you get a focal length of 24-100mm instead of 28-84mm, and we can tell you firsthand that those 4mm matter for landscape photography, along with a faster f/1.8-2.8 lens. Add in a tilting rear LCD, and the choice comes down to how much you value those features.
What are the shortcomings of the Canon G7 X Mark II? It doesn't shoot 4K video like many high-end compacts from Sony and Panasonic, nor does it have an electronic viewfinder (all shooting is done via the rear LCD). And compared to a much pricier camera like the Sony RX100 VII above, you're sacrificing a whole host of things including zoom range, video speeds, autofocus speed and accuracy, and more. It's worth noting that Canon released the G7 X Mark III in summer of last year and that camera does shoot 4K, but it has been plagued with focus issues at the outset and hasn't met expectations, which is why we have the Mark II included here.
7. Panasonic Lumix LX10 ($498)
What we like: An impressive mix of image and video quality.
What we don't: Less user-friendly than the competition.
For enthusiasts and aspiring videographers, the Panasonic Lumix LX10 is an intriguing point-and-shoot option. We absolutely loved the old LX7, and the newer LX10 is very competitive with advanced point-and-shoots from brands like Canon and Sony. Most notable is the f/1.4-2.8 lens, which is the fastest on the list and offers superb low light performance for a compact. The LX10 also shoots 4K video, which neither Canon above is able to do, and has a touchscreen, which even the pricey Sony RX100 V does not.
What are the downsides of the Panasonic Lumix LX10? One is the 24-72mm zoom range, which offers less focal length coverage than a camera like the Canon G7X Mark II above at 24-100mm. In addition, Panasonic compacts aren't quite as intuitive or ergonomically pleasing as other top choices on this list. Canon is known for easy-to-use functionality across the board, and Sony has had six renditions of its RX100 series to hone things in. The Panasonic LX10 isn't difficult to use, but the menu systems, buttons, and camera itself take more getting used to than we would prefer.
See the Panasonic Lumix LX10
8. Sony WX350 ($288)
What we like: A healthy zoom range and feature set in a compact package.
What we don't: No 4K video.
For travelers and others looking for maximum versatility in a small form factor, check out the Sony WX350. Unlike true superzooms like the hefty Panasonic FZ80 above, the WX350 checks in at an incredibly light 4.8 ounces yet still manages a healthy 500mm of zoom. And Sony has included most other modern features here, including Wi-Fi, image stabilization, fast shooting for action photography, and a host of fun modes to liven up your photography. Keep in mind that this camera does not come with 4K video—for that functionality, you'll need to step up to the Sony DSC-HX99 or RX100 line (specifically, the RX100 IV and later).
Speaking of the Sony DSC-HX99, that nifty little point-and-shoot is one of the most likely competitors to the WX350 listed here. For the roughly $200 jump in price, you get a wider focal length range (24-700mm), 4K video, and a Carl Zeiss lens, albeit with almost the exact same aperture range. Given that the DSC-HX99 weighs quite a bit more at 8.5 ounces, for non-video shooters who don't need the 4K, we give the nod to the cheaper WX350.
See the Sony WX350
9. Canon PowerShot SX740 HS ($399)
What we like: Huge zoom for such a lightweight camera.
What we don't: Small image sensor.
The Canon SX740 HS is a very capable point-and-shoot in a compact package. This sleek camera is easily pocketable, shoots 4K video, and has built-in Wi-Fi for transferring images on the fly. But most importantly, you get big-time optimal zoom at 24-960mm, which is extremely impressive given the small form factor (for comparable zoom, you'll have to step up to a bulky superzoom at more than double the weight). All in all, the SX740 HS makes a nice travel camera that packs some serious punch.
If you don't need the zoom capability of the SX740 HS, we think the Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II above (our top pick) is a better choice in the same price range. The image sensor on the SX740 HS is considerably smaller than the G9 X Mark II, the lens and low-light performance are inferior, and it has fewer features. And it's worth noting that we liked older versions in this line better. Last year, for example, the similar Canon PowerShot SX720 HS was consistently available for under $300, which made it a more attractive value.
See the Canon PowerShot SX740 HS
10. Fujifilm X100V ($1,399)
Zoom: None (35mm prime lens)
What we like: With a large image sensor and premium lens, this is a superb point-and-shoot for street photography and travel.
What we don't: No zoom and high price.
Fujifilm occupies a unique realm in the point-and-shoot world, and the X100V is case in point. Essentially, this camera packs the guts of Fujifilm's mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras but with the size and simplicity of a compact. Most impressive is the extra-large APS-C image sensor, which is more than three times as big as the Sony RX100 series and high-end Canon point-and-shoots like the G7 X Mark II. You also get a very fast f/2 lens, although it is fixed at 35mm. Professionals and enthusiasts love prime lenses, but they are decidedly less versatile than zooms.
The Fujifilm X100V is new for 2020, and we included it over the older X100F, which currently retails for a few hundred bucks less on sale. We always love to save when merited, but the X100V version has better autofocus, a shaper lens, an articulating LCD screen, 4K video functionality, and improved weather sealing. Taken together, that is a whole host of improvements that make the X100V worth the upgrade.
See the Fujifilm X100V
11. Canon PowerShot SX70 HS ($399)
What we like: Huge zoom along with nice wide-angle capability.
What we don't: Heavy and bulky; small image sensor.
If you're looking for big zoom without breaking the bank, check out the popular Canon SX70 HS. For just under $400, you get a massive 21-1365mm of range along with fast shooting at 10 frames per second, image stabilization, and Canon's signature easy-to-use functionality. We also appreciate how the SX70 HS is 21mm at the wide end, which is rare for a camera of this type. This superzoom is large and definitely will not slide into your pocket, but for travel, action photography, and everyday use, it's a solid option.
Why isn't the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS higher on our list? The small image sensor is limiting, including for those who plan on making prints or shooting in tough conditions. The truth is that you have to a pay a lot more for a superzoom with a large sensor (see the Panasonic FZ1000 below, for example), which may be worth it for some people but lessens the appeal for most. But for a DSLR alternative with a ton of zoom and good features, we like the value of the SX70 HS.
See the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS
12. Sony RX100 ($448)
What we like: A nice value while supplies last.
What we don't: Getting a little long in the tooth in terms of features.
In the camera world, it's rare to have a 6-year-old model recommended so highly, but the original version of the RX100 remains the best value in Sony's lineup. Simply put, the features have evolved quite a bit in the six renditions of this camera that Sony has released since 2012, but the image quality is surprisingly similar. Given that the latest RX100 VI is a whopping $1,198—you can get an outstanding mirrorless camera like the Sony a6300 with a lens for that price—we prefer to save with the older model that costs less than half that. It's still an outstanding point-and-shoot camera in a compact and lightweight body.
What do you sacrifice by going with the original Sony RX100? An electronic viewfinder first was available on the RX100 III, which is a very nice addition, and 4K video was introduced on the RX100 IV. Further, the latest version is superior at the telephoto end (f/4.5 vs. f/4.9) and has a blazing-fast burst rate of 24 fps. All of those features matter, but the image sensor and megapixels remain almost identical. At some point we'll have to remove the RX100 from this list, but given the price, it won't be without a good fight.
See the Sony RX100
13. Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 ($598)
What we like: Tons of zoom and a 1" sensor.
What we don't: Very heavy for a point-and-shoot.
If the size of your point-and-shoot isn't a primary concern, give the FZ1000 from Panasonic a serious look. With this camera you get a large 1" image sensor along with an extraordinary amount of zoom at 25-400mm (this specialized category of point-and-shoot has earned the moniker "superzoom"). Other point-and-shoots offer even more zoom in smaller packages, but those models have also considerably smaller sensors and can't compete with the optical quality of the FZ1000. And the cherry on top: the FZ1000 is one of the only cameras on this list that shoots 4K video.
The obvious concerns with a superzoom like the Panasonic FZ1000 are size and weight. This point-and-shoot is literally the size of a small DSLR, weighing in at a hefty 29.3 ounces. You certainly won't be sliding the FZ1000 into your pocket, but the versatility and convenience are attractive for travel and for those who don't want to carry and switch out multiple lenses. To be sure, it's a viable alternative to an entry-level DSLR, albeit with a smaller sensor.
See the Panasonic Lumix FZ1000
14. Ricoh GR III ($900)
What we like: DSLR-sized image sensor at a very low weight and small size.
What we don't: Pricey, and lack of zoom isn't for everyone.
Realistically, the Ricoh GR III is a niche camera, but it's still one of our favorite pro point-and-shoots on the market in 2020. Its most notable feature is the huge APS-C image sensor—the same size as many digital SLRs—in a compact body that weighs just over 9 ounces. You also get a crisp f/2.8 lens, fast and accurate autofocus, built-in image stabilization, and a number of other modern features. Keep in mind that the GR III has a fixed focal length equivalent to 28mm, which is great for travel and outdoor photography but isn't for everyone. But if you want professional-grade image quality in a tiny package, the Ricoh GR III is a fun option.
For those looking to save, the old Ricoh GR II currently is selling for around $600. What are the differences between the two models? The GR II has fewer megapixels at 16.2, lacks built-in image stabilization, and has inferior autofocus, among other things. We still like the predecessor, which was released all the way back in 2015, but there are enough updates and improvements to merit the extra cost of the newer model, in our opinion. Both are excellent high-end points-and-shoots for those who want a compact alternative to a larger set-up.
See the Ricoh GR III
15. Panasonic Lumix ZS70 ($298)
What we like: A feature-packed camera with a sleek design.
What we don't: Smaller sensor and slower lens than the LX10 above.
If you like the looks of the Panasonic LX10 above but want more zoom, the ZS70 is a nice mid-range option. This point-and-shoot offers an impressive list of features for a camera in the sub-$300 price range, including 4K video, an electronic viewfinder, and a super versatile 24-720mm Leica lens. We also love the design and feel of the ZS70, which is sleek and functional while weighing just over 11 ounces. Panasonic point-and-shoots have been growing in popularity of late and travel zooms like the ZS70 are big parts of that equation.
The reasons that we would hesitate to spend for this camera are the image sensor and aperture of the lens. With a relatively teeny 1/2.3" sensor, the Panasonic ZS70 just can't compete with the heavy hitters in terms of overall image quality. And one of the things we love most about the LX10 is its blazing fast f/1.4-2.8 lens, while the ZS70 clocks at a much slower f/3.3-6.4. The bells and whistles certainly are there with this camera and it's a lot of fun to use, just don't expect premium image quality or low light performance.
See the Panasonic Lumix ZS70
16. Nikon Coolpix B500 ($257)
Zoom: 22.5-900mm
What we like: Goes slightly wider than the SX530 HS above at 22.5mm.
What we don't: Autofocus and Wi-Fi connectivity issues.
Nikon hasn't exactly been dominating the point-and-shoot market over the last few years, with brands like Sony, Panasonic, and Canon taking the reins. But we do like the Coolpix B500, a superzoom competitor to the popular Canon SX530 HS above. Both cameras are similarly priced and offer a ton of versatility with big zoom ranges. At the same time, both have small image sensors, few manual controls, and use 4 AA batteries, which adds to the cost over time unless you go rechargeable (and even that set-up costs something).
Why do we have the Canon SX530 HS ranked higher than the Nikon B500? We like the extra zoom (it goes longer at 1200mm), plus it weighs a few ounces less. Further, some users have reported that the B500 has trouble connecting to Wi-Fi, and like most budget superzooms, autofocus has a tendency to hunt. One upside of the Nikon B500 is that it goes slightly wider at 22.5mm vs. 24mm on the SX530 HS. This may not seem like much of a difference, but for landscape photography and the outdoors, we'll take anything extra we can get.
See the Nikon Coolpix B500
17. Sony DSC-W800 ($120)
What we like: Bargain-basement price and low weight.
What we don't: Not super sharp and the Canon ELPH 180 above offers more zoom.
Despite the continually improving quality of the camera on your phone, there still is a time and place for a dedicated point-and-shoot. And if you are looking to spend as little as possible in this category, the Sony DSC-W800 is your best bet. The specs are decent: you get 20.1 megapixels of resolution and a 26-130mm zoom lens. At just 4.7 ounces and with a slim form factor, you'll barley even know it's in your pocket or backpack.
Why is the Sony DSC-W800 ranked at the bottom of this list? Our top budget pick, the Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 above, offers a more substantial 28-224mm zoom range for less money, and that camera even manages to weigh slightly less at 4.4 ounces total. In addition, some users have complained about occasional blurriness and a lack of sharpness from the Sony DSC-W800, which is the result of the small sensor and budget lens and components. That said, you can't beat the price or size, which is why we've included it here.
See the Sony DSC-W800
Point-and-Shoot Camera Comparison Table
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II $429 116 sq. mm 20.2 28-84mm f/2-4.9 7.3 oz. No
Sony RX100 VII $1,298 116 sq. mm 20.1 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 10.7 oz. Yes
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 $109 28 sq. mm 20 28-224mm f/3.2-6.9 4.5 oz. No
Panasonic Lumix FZ80 $298 28 sq. mm 18.1 20-1200mm f/2.8-5.9 21.7 oz. Yes
Olympus Tough TG-6 $379 28 sq. mm 12 25-100mm f/2-4.9 8.9 oz. Yes
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II $589 116 sq. mm 20.2 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 11.3 oz. No
Panasonic Lumix LX10 $498 116 sq. mm 20 24-72mm f/1.4-2.8 10.9 oz. Yes
Sony WX350 $288 28 sq. mm 18.2 25-500mm f/3.5-6.5 4.8 oz. No
Canon PowerShot SX740 HS $399 28 sq. mm 20.3 24-960mm f/3.3-6.9 9.7 oz. Yes
Fujifilm X100V $1,399 368 sq. mm 26.1 35mm f/2 16.9 oz. Yes
Canon PowerShot SX70 HS $399 28 sq. mm 20.3 21-1365mm f/3.4-6.5 21.4 oz. Yes
Sony RX100 $448 116 sq. mm 20.2 28-100mm f/1.8-4.9 8.5 oz. No
Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 $598 116 sq. mm 20.1 25-400mm f/2.8-4 29.3 oz. Yes
Ricoh GR III $900 368 sq. mm 24.2 28mm f/2.8 9.1 oz. No
Panasonic Lumix ZS70 $298 28 sq. mm 20.3 24-720mm f/3.3-6.4 11.4 oz. Yes
Nikon Coolpix B500 $257 28 sq. mm 16 22.5-900mm f/3-6.5 19.1 oz. No
Sony DSC-W800 $120 28 sq. mm 20 28-130mm f/3.2-6.4 4.7 oz. No
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Enthusiast (Professional)
Given the rise of camera phones and their continually improving quality, in 2020 most camera manufacturers are focusing their energy on enthusiast or professional point-and-shoots. Many of these cameras have large 1" image sensors, fast lenses, and a number of handy features like tilting LCD screens and 4K video. Much of the top half of this list consists of enthusiast models, led by the Canon G7 X Mark II and Sony RX100 series.
Brussels shot with the Sony RX100 | Nan Palermo
Mid-range point-and-shoots usually are big on features but sacrifice in the size of the image sensor (many are a relatively small 2/3"). If you don't plan on enlarging your photos or want features like big zoom at a reasonable price point, mid-range cameras are a nice compromise of price and performance.
To be sure, this end of the point-and-shoot spectrum is retreating. We can remember when almost everyone on vacation carried a cheap point-and-shoot (ourselves included), but the rise of the camera phone makes it impractical to carry two devices that do similar things. The latest iPhone, for example, has pretty darn impressive cameras (plural) and a Portrait Mode that rivals or outperforms an entry-level point-and-shoot. And even if a designated camera is slightly better on paper, the convenience of a smartphone wins out. For these reasons, we generally recommend going with an enthusiast or mid-range model. The exceptions, of course, are if you don't own a phone with a camera or don't want to carry it with you while doing activities like backpacking or skiing.
Point-and-shoot cameras have an attached lens, as opposed to interchangeable lenses found on DSLRs or mirrorless cameras, and many models have a fairly versatile zoom. For example, the Sony RX100 VII has a zoom range of 24-200mm, but the the Canon PowerShot SX720 HS offers a very impressive 24-960mm, albeit at the sacrifice of other features.
A popular trend in recent years has been superzoom cameras, which have an extremely long zoom range up to 1000mm or more. Smartphones are notoriously poor at zooming and this is one way that camera manufacturers can continue to drum up interest. Superzooms are really cool cameras—we love the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS, for example, which has 21-1365mm of optical zoom and costs under $400. Superzooms have two main issues, however. They are considerably heavier and bulkier than normal point-and-shoots (closer to a DSLR than a point-and-shoot, in fact), and the image sensors on superzooms usually are small, often 1/2.3". But for travel, sporting events, school plays, or wildlife photos, these are very fun cameras to use.
Panasonic Lumix FZ1000 | Rolf Dietric Brecher
Before making a purchase, we recommend thinking through which types of photos you will be taking most. Generally, wide-angle photos are taken from 18 to 24mm, street photography at 24 to 35mm, portraits from 50 to 100mm, and telephoto shots from 100mm and up. Only get a superzoom if you plan on using that end of the zoom range frequently.
Marketers push megapixels as the central factor in determining the image quality your camera produces, but in reality it's the size of the sensor. A common analogy in photography is that megapixels are like buckets used to collect rain (rain being light and color). The larger the buckets, the more rain they will collect. Accordingly, 20 megapixels on a small sensor (small buckets) are much less effective at capturing light than 20 megapixels are a large image sensor (large buckets). Below are common sensor sizes found on point-and-shoot cameras:
1/2.3" (6.17 x. 4.55mm = 28 sq. mm)
1/1.7" (7.60 x 5.70mm = 41 sq. mm)
1" (13.2 x 8.8mm 116 sq. mm.)
APS-C (23.6 x 15.6mm = 368 sq. mm)
Almost all entry-level and some mid-range point-and-shoots have 1/2.3" CMOS image sensors. The higher the price the more likely you are to get a larger sensor—most high-end point-and-shoots either have 1" or 1/1.7" CMOS sensor. Some professional compact cameras have APS-C image sensors but those are a rarity (the Ricoh GR III and Fujifilm X100F have the largest on this list).
The small Ricoh GR has an extra large APS-C image sensor | Karlis Dambrans
A pixel is one dot of information, and digital photographs are made up of millions of these dots. To make the calculations more palpable, we use the term megapixels (mega = million). So if a camera has 18 megapixels, the photographs are comprised of 18 million tiny dots.
As described above in relation to the image sensor, the number of megapixels can be misleading. If Camera X has 24 megapixels and Camera Y has 12 megapixels, this does not necessarily mean that Camera X produces higher-quality images. If Camera Y has a larger sensor, higher ISO sensitivity, and a superior lens, you can expect better photos from fewer megapixels.You shouldn't totally ignore megapixels either. An astute camera buyer should look at sensor size first, then the number of megapixels, and try to gauge how those two numbers stack up against the competition (we've tried to make things easier with our handy comparison table above). Generally, the more you pay for a camera the larger the sensor and higher the number of megapixels.
A major point of differentiation between budget and high-end point-and-shoots is the low light performance of the lens and camera. In terms of the lens, the important number to look at is maximum aperture, expressed in f-stops ranging from f/1.4 to f/22 or higher. The lower the number, the wider the lens can open and the more light enters the camera. At the low end of the spectrum is a camera like the Panasonic Lumix LX10 with a maximum aperture of f/1.4. Most mid-range and budget point-and-shoots have maximum apertures from around f/2 to f/3.5. You'll notice that maximum aperture is expressed in two numbers covering both the wide and telephoto end (f/1.8-4.9, for example).
Sunset shot with the Sony RX100 III | James Loesch
In terms of the low light performance of the camera itself, the number to look for is ISO sensitivity (commonly referred to simply as ISO). The higher the ISO, the more sensitive a camera is to light and the less likely you are to get noise (graininess you often see on photos taken by cheap cameras or your smartphone). A camera like the popular Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 isn't particularly good in low light with an ISO sensitivity of 100-1600, while the Sony RX100 VII has a much more impressive range of 24-25600 extended. Taken together with the maximum aperture of the lens, these factors are what determine the low light performance of your point-and-shoot.
Like zoom, video is an increasingly sought-after camera feature. Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels) is standard in 2020, even on point-and-shoots. Some budget models only shoot 720p (1280 x 720 pixels) but they are increasingly scarce. At the top end of the spectrum, various professional compacts now offer 4K video (4096 x 3072 pixels) including the Sony RX100 VII and Panasonic LX10.
In terms of overall video quality, there is more to evaluate than just the resolution. The quality of the autofocus, ISO sensitivity, size of image sensor, and other features like image stabilization all play a role in the video your point-and-shoot produces. Dedicated videographers also like to experiment with different movie speeds, with the most common being 60 fps, 30 fps, and 24 fps. Pricier point-and-shoots usually offer more video speeds to choose from.
A final feature you'll often see referenced is a "dedicated movie button." This means that instead of having to navigate through the menu via the buttons or touchscreen, one button (usually red) on the outside of the camera will have you shooting video almost instantaneously. Again, point-and-shoot manufacturers have to compete with smartphones, and the dedicated movie button is another way that they do so.
Wi-Fi and NFC
The method of plugging in your camera to a USB port on a desktop or laptop and uploading photos manually is becoming increasingly unnecessary. Built-in Wi-Fi is a nice perk on many new point-and-shoot cameras, allowing you to transfer and upload photos and video to your device or social media platform directly from the camera. Some even offer light editing directly on camera. The software and Wi-Fi platforms vary by manufacturer, and some are easier to use and less buggy than others, but we like the option of using Wi-Fi when it's convenient.
The rear LCD screen is another point of differentiation between point-and-shoots. Most screens are LCD and around 3 inches in size, with the resolution varying significantly across price points. Higher resolution and brighter screens come in handy when the conditions are tough and you are trying to line up a shot. On some high-end models you get a tilting LCD for difficult angles and even touchscreen functionality that can be easier to navigate than with buttons. The LCD screen isn't a make-or-break feature for us, but they do get nicer as you spend more and the difference is noticeable.
The tilting LCD screen on the Canon G1X Mark II | Karlis Dambrans
Electronic and Optical Viewfinders
Some advanced point-and-shoots have either an electronic or optical viewfinder. This desirable feature means that instead of lining up photos via the rear LCD screen, you can look through the viewfinder located at the top of the camera. For professionals and enthusiasts who demand accuracy and produce a high volume of photos, a viewfinder almost is a necessity. Again, electronic viewfinders are rare on point-and-shoots and usually the territory of digital SLRs and some mirrorless cameras, but on new high-end models like Sony RX100 VII, having an electronic viewfinder undoubtedly is advantageous.
Our Take on Rugged Cameras
There are a number of "rugged" digital cameras on the market, with our favorite being the Olympus Tough TG-6. These cameras are essentially entry-level point-and-shoots with an exterior casing that makes them waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof (the specificities such as waterproof depth depend on the model).
First and foremost, no camera is actually waterproof—you can see by combing through various reviews on sites like Amazon that rugged cameras can spring the occasional leak. Moreover, you pay quite a premium for the extra protection, often getting a camera that is relatively basic in terms of image quality. The Olympus TG-6 currently retails for a pricey $349, despite having entry-level specs—you can get an excellent mid-range point-and-shoot that isn't weather-resistant for around that price.
Underwater photography with Olympus Tough series | Phalinn Ooi
Rugged cameras make the most sense for activities with serious exposure to the elements like snorkeling, rafting, surfing, climbing, skiing, and snowboarding in inclement weather. They work well for beach vacations too—sand is one of the biggest enemies of any camera or lens and the extra sealing helps to prevent tiny pebbles from entering your electronics. For normal travel and outdoor use, we recommend buying a regular camera that is optically superior and taking reasonable care to store it. Even a normal case inside a Ziploc bag will protect your camera in most conditions.
The good news for consumers is that memory cards continue to get faster and cheaper. A few years ago, Class 10 cards, which have a minimum write speed of 10 MB per second, were expensive and there was an actual decision to make between those and slower Class 4 cards. By 2020, the price of Class 10 cards has dropped to the same range as Class 4 cards and it's a no-brainer (Class 4 cards are basically extinct).
Our favorite SD memory card for point-and-shoots is the SanDisk Extreme, which offers fast write and read speeds (up to 70 MB/s write and 150 MB/s read). You also get protection from the elements: the SanDisk Extreme is rated as waterproof, shockproof, X-ray proof, and can operate in temperatures from -13 to 185 degrees Fahrenheit. We like the extra peace of mind, but if you don't care about the durability of your card, the SanDisk Ultra is slightly cheaper.
In terms of storage, a 64GB card is relatively inexpensive (a fraction of what it used to be) and a nice size for a point-and-shoot that won't have you consistently running to your computer to upload and delete photos. If you frequently shoot 4K video or won't have access to uploading, 128 and 256 GB cards are available, although those are overkill for most point-and-shoot users.
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Emily J Taylor AU.D.
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Emily J. Taylor, AuD., FAAA earned her Bachelor of Arts in Hearing and Speech Sciences from The University of Maryland and a Doctorate of Audiology from Towson University. Dr. Taylor humbly accepted the 2017 Distinguished Young Alumni Award from the Towson University Alumni Association for her charitable work in the community. Watch her acceptance speech here. She completed her doctoral thesis on the accuracy of a commonly used hearing screening protocol for the college population. This research was accepted for publication in the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology. Click here to read her published research titled "Assessment of the Efficacy of a Hearing Screening Program for College Students," which can be found in the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology. Dr. Taylor specializes in diagnostic audiology and has experience working with all age groups. She finds audiology fulfilling because she is able to improve quality of life for individuals with hearing loss on a daily basis. She completed internships with local audiology private practices, ENT practices, and with the Baltimore County School System. Dr. Taylor grew up in the Pikesville area and currently resides in Pikesville with her husband, infant twins and their doberman puppy. Click here to learn more about why she became an audiologist.
University of Maryland B.A. Hearing and Speech Sciences 2009
Towson University Doctorate of Audiology 2013
Female English
Emily J Taylor AU.D.'s Expert Contributions
Can hearing loss due to ageing be reversed?
Hearing loss typically cannot be reversed but depending on the cause of loss, sometimes it can (if there is a mechanical issue with the ear). I recommend a comprehensive hearing test with an audiologist to pinpoint the severity of the loss and which part of the ear is causing the loss! READ MORE
My son is having trouble hearing. What can we do?
I recommend taking your son to a learning university for more in-depth testing. Some types of hearing loss cannot be detected on a basic hearing test. I personally recommend Towson Univeristy! READ MORE
Can excess wax secretion be a problem?
Excessive wax production should be managed by a professional such as an Audiologist or Ear Nose Throat Physician. A wax impaction can cause temporary hearing loss and discomfort and should be removed as quickly as possible. Please do not use q-tips to combat the wax on your own, this usually just pushes the wax further in and makes it more difficult to remove! READ MORE
Why am I hearing less on the phone?
If you notice a difference between the ears while on the phone, I recommend having a baseline hearing test to confirm your ears are performing the same! The phone is generally harder to hear on because of factors like cell reception, not being able to see the person's face you are speaking to, if they are talking on their speaker phone, how noisy the surrounding environment is, etc. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Diagnosing and managing hearing loss in the adult populationEar canal cleaningHearing Aid FittingsCustom Hearing Protection
Distinguished Young Alumni Award 2017 Towson University
Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
Every month, TLC donates profits raised from hearing testing performed in our office to a different local non-profit. Past examples include The Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Baltimore Humane Society, Multiple Sclerosis Foundation and the list goes on
Hearing aid donation program
Dr. Taylor completed her doctoral thesis on the accuracy of a commonly used hearing screening protocol for the college population. This research was accepted for publication in the Journal of the American Academy of Audiology and is titled Assessment of the Efficacy of a Hearing Screening Program for College Students."
Emily J Taylor AU.D.'s Practice location
Taylor Listening Center
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Emily J Taylor AU.D.'s reviews
Patient Experience with Dr. Taylor
Emily J Taylor AU.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Audiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
Barbara r
Dr. Taylor is the BEST!! She is thorough when doing an exam, and calm explaining what is going to happen next. Dr Emily has a totally professional manner with the right touch of caring and concern. Everything was well explained so I knew what was going to happen.
Awesome experience.
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Grant Snider graphic, posted at Incidental Comics in March this year.
Snider explains – "This drawing appears alongside a NYT Opinionator Draft essay by Henry Hitchings about the use of nominalization in writing. One type of nominalization is the appropriation of verbs as nouns, leading to attention-grabbing (and annoyance-inducing) phrases like the ones found in this comic".
Via Vikki, I learnt of this post by Joanne Phillips, beckoning us all to come up with a mission statement.
A little like my own post on catch phrases some time ago, and I have to hold my head up in shame – coming up with something so definitive about myself is even harder than trying to snag a 25 word gripping elevator pitch or one paragraph blurb for a novel.


Thursday Morning Roundtable (TMR) returns Thursday, Sept. 13, with guest speaker Merike Treier, executive director of the Downtown Committee of Syracuse, talking about the revitalization of downtown Syracuse and upcoming projects. The event begins at 8 a.m. at the Nancy Cantor Warehouse, 350 W. Fayette St., Syracuse.
TMR is sponsored by Syracuse University's Office of Community Engagement. The series brings together a mix of citizens representing business, nonprofit, educational and government organizations to examine community issues. Since its inception in 1965, more than 1,600 programs have been delivered.
Chris Steele, COO and president, North America, of Investment Consulting Associates, and Jim Damicis, senior vice president of Carmoin Associates, who will present concepts and regional trends in economic development and community support, including examples of success stories achieved by similar communities in the Northeast (Sept. 27).
For more information on TMR, contact the Office of Community Engagement at 315.443.5593 or oceed@syr.edu.