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Doormen At the Century Plaza Know Everything
By Dakota Smith Dec 23, 2008, 4:00pm PST
The history tour of Century Plaza concludes with a photo of James Lee, a doorman who has worked at the Century Plaza hotel for the last 40 years. The photo on the left comes from a tiny viewfinder that Lee keeps in his locker: In that photo, he is standing facing the hotel. Lee can't remember the date the photo was taken, but he says it would have had to have been before 1974, the year the Century Plaza towers on Century Park East (designed by Minoru Yamasaki, the same architect behind the Plaza) went up. And obviously, there is no Gensler-designed CAA building (at 2000 Avenue of the Americas) at this point.
So if there's going to be a human interest story about the Century Plaza and its possible destruction, it'll be about the staff. Despite the hotel's numerous owners, many of the staff have been there 30 plus years. The youngest doorman has been there for 24 years, according to Lee. At least two staffers (one just retired) have been with the hotel since it opened in 1966. The bartender in the lobby told us he'd been there 30 years. "A lot of our staff have been here for many, many years," says Erika Garcia-Lavyne, director of public relations for the Hyatt, noting that some staffers have had children who have gone on to work at the hotel. Meanwhile, we hear that the doormen know the best stories about the hotel and its famous guests. Of course, these guys will know everything. [Photos of the Century Plaza Towers, CAA Building in gallery]
· PHOTO RETROSPECTIVE OF CENTURY CITY [Century City Chamber of Commerce]
· Getting to Know You: Threatened Century Plaza [Curbed LA]


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The Iowa Corporate Whistleblower Center wants to hear from individuals in the state of Iowa if they possess very specific and provable information related to the following areas: Medicare fraud involving healthcare providers, any type of contractor overbilling or defrauding the Federal Government or the State of Iowa.
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It's been a long year since the last update on the Alpha, and our team went through a lot to offer you this new experience with Wolcen: Lord of Mayhem.
Today, we can finally share this Gameplay Beta with you, and yet it's only the beginning of a new era for Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem and Wolcen Studio.
This game looks already awesome. I played the alpha a bit and really impressed. Action is top notch and dynamic with dodging and such. I admit when I pledged it on KS I didn't expect that quality.
I hope some companies who makes phone games now learn a lesson or two from Wolcen.
Still looks good to me sadly wont be finished for a few years yet according to the development timeline. Yes you can play the Beta but I'm tired of playing beta versions.
I've kept an eye on this game since the kickstarter. Is it worth it yet? I've got an itch for new arpgs!
Looks great. I can wait another two years for them to perfect it!


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Zachary Behlok, BA in Applied Psychology, Class of 2022
Zachary Behlok is well-rounded, to say the least. Initially a software developer with experience in the aerospace industry, Behlok decided to shift his educational journey toward other passions he had previously not permitted himself to explore.
Behlok has earned an AS in Computer Information Systems, an AA in Liberal Arts, and an AA in Applied Psychology online from the Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech). He is also set to graduate with a BA in Applied Psychology in December 2022 and has already been accepted into an MA in Behavioral Analysis Practice upon completing his BA degree.
Behlok has made use of his Florida Tech education in liberal arts and applied psychology to help him gain work in applied behavior analysis, where he holds a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential granted by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. His current work enables him to assist children on the autism spectrum to help them become the best versions of themselves.
His interests don't stop there, though; he is also a passionate advocate for continued discourse on philosophy. From ethics or existentialism, Behlok is interested in philosophical topics and is a published author of five books:
"Penalties of a Judgmental Mind"
"The Overthinker's Guide to Existentialism"
"The Requiem of Apathy and Sorrow"
"Manipulating Nature: An Existential Essay Regarding Humanity's Impact on the World Around Us"
"They Want You to Go Insane!"
Behlok also hosts a podcast called "Think More," in which he addresses various social issues and how a philosophical perspective can help people think through them.
In this student spotlight interview, Behlok describes his motivations for earning his Florida Tech degrees, what he found valuable about Florida Tech and where he believes his education will take him.
Q: What factors influenced your decision to choose Florida Tech to advance your education?
Deciding when and where to go back to school is a difficult choice for some, but it's very straightforward for others. Behlok is one of the latter. On his decision to attend Florida Tech, Behlok said:
"The personal opinion on continuing my education was never a difficult choice in my life, and come to think of it, neither was my decision on where to do so. Being a lifelong resident of Brevard County, Florida Tech has always been a staple in and around my community. Once given the opportunity to develop myself, both personally and professionally, at Florida Tech, the choice to do so was one of the most natural decisions of my life thus far."
Q: Summarize your experiences in the Florida Tech programs, and how you have applied the knowledge outside of the classroom?
While industry preparation and knowledge may vary between students, Behlok expressed his appreciation for the technical knowledge and industry skills he gained from both the AA and AS curricula, saying:
"My experiences in the AA and AS programs at Florida Tech were exceptional. The AS in Computer Information Systems allowed for my progression into an entry-level engineering position in the aerospace industry. The AA degrees in Liberal Arts and Applied Psychology allowed for me to transition smoothly from the engineering field into the mental healthcare field with no worries, as I was both knowledgeable and comfortable with both myself and the field in general. There have been many takeaways from these programs, most of which being leadership skills through the various group projects and basic industry-wide knowledge."
Satisfied with both the skills and leadership abilities he gained, Behlok feels that his time at FT equips him to succeed.
Q: Which classes and instructors impacted you the most?
Though every experience varies, it's not uncommon for students to have certain classes and instructors that have a memorable impact on their lives. For Behlok, one such instructor was Dr. Cecilia Knoll. She passed away in 2021, but Behlok remembers the guidance she provided:
"I have always struggled with certain aspects of algebra, and her guidance really assisted in the solidification of those troubling concepts into my mind. I will forever be grateful that I was able to take a course under her instruction."
Q: What challenges did you face as an online student and how are you overcoming them?
Both in-person and remote education present opportunities and challenges, and having experienced them both, Behlok noted the role that different communication mediums can play and explained the importance of hearing every student's thoughts, saying:
"The online discussion boards were originally tricky to see value in, but over time, I realized that everyone has very different opinions on the same subjects, and other people's input can be greatly valuable to the entire class."
Q: How do you expect your Florida Tech degrees to make a difference in your career?
Behlok is eager to reap the full benefits of completing his BA degree and future master's work, but he already sees the effects of a Florida Tech education. The degrees Behlok has earned have helped him in his personal life, and his future work can help him achieve the credentials needed to further his career.
"My Florida Tech degrees have already had a huge impact on my life, but the degrees that I am currently pursuing will allow me to progress even further, both in my personal and professional life. Upon completion of my current BA in Applied Psychology program, I will begin my MA in Behavior Analysis Practice, which will allow me to fulfill the requirements to become a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). My plan to become a BCBA will allow me to continue my work with children diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD)."
Q: What advice would you give students considering one of the programs you've chosen?
Students who go back to school often work through many uncertainties. Fearing it is too late or that the journey will be too long may cause hesitation in those pivoting to a new degree pathway or furthering their education. Behlok offered some encouragement to prospective students facing those concerns, saying:
"The main piece of advice that I would give to anyone considering these programs is go for it. I held myself back from going back to my university studies for a very long time, and since going back, I have had no regrets. As humans, we tend to believe that we are either too old to go to college, or that it would take too long to complete. The fact of the matter is that we will age no matter what. For me, even if I do not finish my studies until I am into my elder years, at least I finished, and kept the promise to myself that I made in my younger years."
Q: Who has been your support system, and who or what inspires you to succeed?
Whether it's family or a promise you've made to yourself, everyone needs motivation to succeed. A quality support system can be instrumental in helping students cross the academic finish line, and Behlok credits his wife for helping him run his race.
"My wife, Kayla, has been my rock through all of my endeavors. She has been a constant source of support, and every time that I have felt beaten down or unmotivated, she has reminded me to keep pushing. She is my inspiration, and without her, I would not have been able to reach any amount of success."
Q: Describe your experience with Bisk and your student success coach.
Florida Tech partners with Bisk Education to implement and support its online programs. Part of those services includes Student Success Coaches who help remote learners make the most of the online programs. Behlok expressed his appreciation for his Student Success Coach, saying:
"My experience with Bisk, and especially with my Student Success Coach Candace Pistole, has been phenomenal. I am the kind of person who continually asks questions, and Candace provides answers and guidance in a prompt and respectful manner every single time. I feel confident in the suggestions and advice given by Candace and know that she truly has my best intention in mind."
Behlok was particularly thankful for Pistole's assistance in helping him navigate the transition from one degree pathway to another.
"One example of her support was when I decided to make the change from the BA in Computer Information Systems program to the BA in Applied Psychology program. I made the decision to do so very close to the next term, and with Candace's extraordinary sense of work ethic and care, made sure to change my entire course registration, as well as walk me through the entire process in getting a degree completion plan from the associated School of Psychology. I do not believe that my success would be anywhere near its current extent without the help of Candace. She had a direct impact on my college experience and continues to do so."
Q: What has a Florida Tech education taught you about yourself?
Our goals in pursuits can change as we develop, just like us. In addition to professional learning, Behlok noted just how much he has learned about himself:
"I learned that my wants and needs in life are quite the opposite from what I originally believed them to be. This experience allowed me to become who I truly am, define my personal interests, and set meaningful professional goals."
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TV Is Still America's Most Popular Free-Time Activity
Americans average eight hours of TV daily. Where do they find the time? www.theatlantic.com
TV's Big Role in America's Free-Time Gender Gap
American men have a half-hour more leisure time than women, and they mostly spend it watching TV. www.theatlantic.com
"Good Heavens Myrtle!" CBC TV, 1965
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"Altered Carbon:" Great or insanely great?
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Girl watches "Game of Thrones" Red Wedding for the first time
[SPOILERS] My daughter watches The Red Wedding for the first time. 😢😭 from gameofthrones
How Sonny & Cher got their groove back
Sonny & Cher's comeback: Sonny & Cher were world-famous and hugely successful in the 60s, but their career was on the skids in 1970. Despite their outrageous appearance, their lifestyle and music was squeaky-clean, and didn't go over well with hippies. They resorted to playing lounge acts to hostile, middle-aged audiences, who heckled them. Cher started heckling back, Sonny scolded her, and she heckled him. The heckling became the best part of the act, and Hollywood noticed and gave them the "Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour." [Cintra Wilson/Salon]
TV commercial for Country Wine Cooler, 1984
You'll hate me for posting this and hate yourself for watching it.
Almost cut the cord
We tried out YouTube TV ($40 – free trial) and I thought we finally might be able to cut the cable cord by adding that service to our existing lineup. But YouTube TV won't let you skip commercials on some shows so nope. We're sticking with cable.
Altered Carbon will be back for a second season.
We just watched the S1 finale. Loved it. Blade Runner meets Roger Zelazny. www.denofgeek.com
How Mark Burnett Resurrected Donald Trump as an Icon of American Success
With "The Apprentice," TV producer Mark Burnett mythologized Trump — then a floundering D-lister — as the ultimate titan, paving his way to the Presidency. [Patrick Radden Keefe] www.newyorker.com
An outstanding profile. Keefe notes that Trump and Burnett are kindred spirits. However, Burnett really is a successful businessman. Trump is a fraud, who arguably modeled his current image on Burnett.
M*A*S*H fans will recognize "Tokyo Shoeshine Boy" by Teruko Akatsuki as frequent ambient music on the show.
The song also figures into Wes Anderson movie "Isle of Dogs," and "Akira," or so I have been given to understand.
Portmeiron [Avery Trufelman/99% Invisible]
I've never been a fan of "The Prisoner," but I'd like to see Portmeiron, the town in Wales where it was filmed.
Local news celebrates Mickey Rourke and Axl Rose's 50th wedding anniversary
Rusty Blazenhoff @ boingboing.net:
An unidentified local news station celebrated the 50th wedding anniversary of couple "Max and Geraldine Bailey" during a "Birthdays & Anniversaries" segment, except that they showed a picture of actor Mickey Rourke and Guns N' Roses' Axl Rose instead.
Deadwood is coming back for real. Shooting is under way now.
Deadwood returns. It's going to be a movie, set 12 years after the end of the series.
Tim Carmody has some thoughts about the return on kottke.org. Worth reading for fans of the show.
He also shares a couple of Deadwood clips. I can see Julie and I are going to have to rewatch the whole series before it comes back.
Deadwood movie exclusive first photos revealed [James Hibberd/EW]
Rise and shine, hoopleheads! They're finally making that feature-length "Deadwood" movie they've been talking about since the show went off the air twelve years ago.
Seven characters you meet on science fiction/fantasy TV
The leader: Buffy
The scientist, who uses a lot computer screens: Willow
The one who knows the lore, who handles a lot of dusty old books: Giles
The comic sidekick: Xander.
The outlaw who's allied with the good guys: Angel and later Spike
The muscle: Buffy, once again.
And of course, the Big Bad: A sympathetic villain whose story arc spans a full season or more. Examples: the Mayor in Buffy Season 3, Bulshar on Wynonna Earp.
A good Big Bad steals every scene he or she is in.
Roles of individual characters change over time, and are often combined in a single character. In Stargate SG-1, O'Neill was both the leader and the comic sidekick. Teal'c was both the outlaw and the muscle. In Buffy, Willow became a powerful witch. Doctor Who is leader, comic sidekick, outlaw, scientist and loremaster all in one.
Star Trek shows have similar but different roles. No Trek is successful without the Alienated Alien – for example, Spock, Data and Odo. Voyager was flailing until they brought on 7 of 9. (Credit goes to a friend on the Alienated Alien observation.)
Ken Berry Dead: 'F Troop,' 'Mama's Family' Star Was 85 [Hollywood Reporter]
RIP Ken Berry, who played Captain Parmenter on "F Troop" and also starred on "Mama's Family." He was 85.
He was an "agile song-and-dance man who was encouraged in show business by his U.S. Army sergeant … Leonard Nimoy." He also starred on "Mayberry RFD," a short-lived spin-off of "The Andy Griffith Show" that I remember quite enjoying, although I remember nothing about it.
Berry came to fame for portraying the greenhorn Captain Parmenter on ABC's F Troop, which aired for only two seasons (65 episodes from September 1965 through April 1967) but lived on in syndication for decades.
A private, Parmenter was promoted to take command of Fort Courage in Kansas after his sneeze (which sounded like "Charge!") propelled Union troops to an inspirational victory over the Confederates.
Berry's goofball antics, which he dispensed with the dexterity of a trained dancer, supplied many of the show's highlights. In a 2012 interview with the Archive of American Television, he said he came up with many of the pratfalls himself.
"It was something that I could bring to the show," he said. "I would choreograph stuff. I would find things in the set or outside that I could use. [It got so that the F Troop scripts would say,] 'Business to be worked out with Ken on the set.'"
Berry's legions of fans included the great silent film star Buster Keaton, a master of physical comedy. "He once called me after the show had been on the night before and said, 'That was a good gag you did last night,'" he recalled. "Wow, that was high praise!"
Here's the opening "F-Troop" theme. I believe I can sing every word by heart.
Before Game of Thrones and Nightflyers, George R.R. Martin's work inspired a great Outer Limits episode [The Verge]
"Sandkings," by George R.R. "Game of Thrones" Martin, is one of my favorite stories, and I loved the TV movie. It stars Beau Bridges, who is a national treasure.
"Sandkings" tells the story of a man who adopts a colony of alien insects as pets. Like an ant farm. The insects worship the man as a god. This works out well for the man. For a while.
And now "Sandkings" is available on Hulu, part of their streaming the 1995-2002 run of "Outer Limits."
A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)
My Little Vintage World
I told that devil to take you back
We've been watching an episode of "Wynonna Earp" every night and walking around all day singing the theme song under our breath.
Doctor Who is airing New Year's instead of Christmas this year.
Doctor Who Holiday Special Is Moving From Christmas to New Year [io9]
First time there's been no Christmas special since the show returned in 2005.
Guess we'll see a movie instead. Traditional Jewish Christmas!
On November 13th, Felix Unger was asked to remove himself from his place of residence. That request came from his wife.
Cousin Oliver was not invited
'Brady Bunch' cast members reunite at TV family home: Six cast members of "The Brady Bunch" gathered Thursday in Los Angeles at the home that was featured in the opening and closing of the sitcom. HGTV purchased the home in the Studio City neighborhood in Los Angeles for its new series, "A Very Brady Renovation." (AP)


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SKT bouwt in 2014 een nieuwe fabriekshal voor centralisatie van aanmaak basisonderdelen.
In 2013 plaatst SKT in Rheine (Duitsland) de koeling in de grootste diepvrieskamer van Europa. Op 06/09/2013 was er door KLM Logistik de officiële opening van deze diepvrieskamer met 68400 palletplaatsen en H38m. Lees hieronder het persartikel van KLM Logistik.


Emmett Lawrence Foran, a resident of Noyac and formerly of Ireland, died at home on July 18 after an illness. He was 42.
He was born on Sept. 17, 1968 in Dublin to Thomas Lawrence Foran and the former Margaret Tierney.
Mr. Foran was married to the former Emily Brown on Sept. 17, 2005, at Trout Pond in Noyac.
He owned Noyac Deli and "had a zest for life, was a friend of everyone he ever met and was loved by one and all," his wife said. At the end of the day, she said, he rushed to get home to his two dogs, Dublin and Comen, who accompanied him everywhere when he was not working.
He is survived by his father and stepmother, Joan Cotter, of Land O' Lakes, Fla., and his mother, who lives in Kinnegad, Ireland. He also leaves a sister, Jane Foran of Kilbeggan, Ireland, and a brother, Thomas Foran of Auckland, New Zealand, his wife's sister, Holly Brown, who was like a sister to him, and a niece and great-niece.
Visiting hours will be at the Yardley and Pino Funeral Home in Sag Harbor today from 5 to 7 p.m. The family has suggested memorial contributions to the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons, P.O. Box 901, Wainscott 11975, or the Humane Society of the United States, 2100 L Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20037.
In September, Ms. Foran will travel to Ireland to celebrate her husband's life with friends and family. "Known best as the Irish Man, he will never be forgotten," she said.


Offset training—varying the weight you lift on either side of your body—can help you build strength and stability.
Offset training refers to loading one side of your body (asymmetrical loading) to make lower-body exercises like the Lunge and Split Squat more challenging.
Offset training can be performed by holding/carrying weight on one side of the body only, or by staggering (unevenly distributing) the weight, which can be accomplished with dumbbell or barbell exercises. Obviously, the greater the disparity of the offset/weight distribution, the greater the demand on stability.
Offset training refers to loading one side of your body (asymmetrical loading) to make lower-body exercises like the Lunge and Split Squat more challenging.
RELATED: Is it Better to Perform Unilateral or Bilateral Exercises?
One of the benefits of offset training is greater muscular engagement. For example, when performing offset Lunges, holding the weight in the hand opposite your working leg engages your glutes more, while holding it in the other hand emphasizes your quads. Offset, alternating, walking Lunges are a great way to engage all the major lower-body muscle groups, while also challenging the core. Try varying the placement of the load by carrying the weight at shoulder level, or letting it hang suspended at arm's length.
Offset training can also be a useful upper-body training strategy—e.g., performing a Dumbbell Bench Press while holding dumbbells of different weights in each hand.
Offset Farmer's Walks can be performed with a variety of different weight distributions while maintaining the same total load. You will challenge your core strength and stability to a greater extent when the offset is larger. Start with a reasonable weight differential and gradually increase as you become more proficient.


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We are a creating an archive of costumes, photos, newspaper articles, letters, and other ephemera to document the history of the Mission Play from 1911 to present, and the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse from 1927 - present. The archive will serve an important role in early California/Los Angeles history.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
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Santa Monica History Museum
The Santa Monica Historical Society was founded in 1975 as part of the city's centennial celebration with the mission of collecting and preserving the history, art and culture of the Santa Monica Bay Area. In 1988, a Museum was established to house the Society's growing collections of artifacts, documents, rare books, newspapers, textiles, artwork, and photographic images. Currently, the Museum's…
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Sierra Madre Historical Archives
The Sierra Madre Historical Archives collects, preserves, and provides access to a variety of materials that tell the Sierra Madre story: photographs, slides, postcards, scrapbooks, city directories, maps, letters, periodicals, posters, works of art, sound recordings, moving images, and ephemera. The archives collection includes the Sierra Madre Oral History Project in which residents describe…
440 West Sierra Madre Boulevard
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
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Sisters of Social Service
Collections of the organization document the history of the Sisters in Los Angeles and California from 1926-present. Particular emphasis is given to Hungarian immigrant experience and social services with Hispanic neighborhoods. Archives also include records which reflect the activities of the Social Service Auxiliary and Juniors of Social Service.
4316 Lanai Rd
Sr. Rachel Shepard
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Skirball Cultural Center
The Skirball Cultural Center explores the linkage between American Jewish life and American democratic values through cultural programs and museum exhibitions for all ages and backgrounds. Designed by internationally renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the Skirball comprises a museum, a discovery center, an educational resource center, classrooms and various meeting and social facilities. On…
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Hear Audiobook Prologue to Darwin's Doubt!
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Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:21:53 | Recorded on September 7, 2016 | Speaker: Andrew McDiarmid
On this episode of ID the Future, Andrew McDiarmid narrates the prologue to Stephen Meyer's Darwin's Doubt: The Explosion of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design. HarperOne will soon move into production on audiobook versions of Darwin's Doubt and Signature in the Cell: DNA and the Evidence for Intelligent Design.
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Senior Fellow, Media Relations and Assistant to the Director
Andrew McDiarmid is a Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute. He also serves as Assistant to CSC Director Stephen C. Meyer, a Media Relations Specialist, and a contributing writer to MindMatters.ai. He holds an MA in Teaching from Seattle Pacific University and a BA in English/Creative Writing from the University of Washington. His tech column at Newsmax, Authentic Technology, explores today's technology landscape and encourages readers to live authentically in the digital age. His writing has appeared in the New York Post, Houston Chronicle, The Daily Wire, San Francisco Chronicle, The American Spectator, The Federalist, Real Clear Politics, Technoskeptic Magazine, and elsewhere. In addition to his roles at the Discovery Institute, he is host of the Scottish culture and music podcast Simply Scottish, available anywhere podcasts are found. Learn more about his work at andrewmcdiarmid.org.
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A Beautifully Engineered Universe: Peer-Reviewed Paper Argues for Intelligent Design, pt. 2
On this episode of ID the Future, Dr. Dominic Halsmer, Dean of the College of Science and Engineering at Oral Roberts University, continues the discussion of his peer-reviewed paper, "The Coherence Of An Engineered World," published in the International Journal of Design & Nature and …
University of Chicago President Decries "Efforts to Suppress Discussion of Charles Darwin's Work"
On this episode of ID the Future, Sarah Chaffee discusses the University of Chicago's recent action to uphold academic freedom, including a letter to incoming freshman and a piece by Pres. Robert Zimmer in the Wall Street Journal. As Zimmer notes, "Every attempt to legitimize silencing creates …


Pakistan with an ideal geographic and strategic location serves as a corridor for the international supply routes of energy. Being a regional power house, the country possess opportunities of setting up the oil and gas pipelines as well as electricity grids within the region and with other neighbouring energy rich countries such as Iran, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan.
Pakistan's energ...y requirements are increasing every year and to meet the rising demand of energy, the government of Pakistan is currently focused on diversification of gas supplies, reconstruction of hydropower plants, construction of underground gas storage facilities, development of oil exploration & production, tapping of renewable energy resources, attracting foreign investment and privatisation of state-owned assets.
Pakistan is responding to the energy development challenge by pursuing a wide range of domestic and imported energy projects and in the year 2009 - 2010, the Oil & Gas industry has attracted Foreign Investment of about US$ 605 million.


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Obama's "Joe the Hunter" moment has finally come
6:01pm Monday, October 27, 2008
Barack Obama has voted for or supported some of the most extreme gun control measures ever attempted in our nation. And yet, with the help of his media accomplices, the Democrat has managed to lull some gun owners into complacency, just as he has managed to lull many hard-working, red-blooded American workers into complacency by obscuring his socialist economic agenda.
Thanks to one simple question from Joe the Plumber on the campaign trail, Americans now know about Obama's plan for wealth redistribution. And thanks to one simple answer to an interview question, Obama has given "Joe the Hunter" all he needs to know about where he really stands on the right to bear arms.
It has often been observed that the real Obama comes out when you get him off the tele-prompter. In Toledo, Ohio with Joe the Plumber, it was the expression of a desire to "spread the wealth around". And now, in an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Obama has finally committed his "Joe the Hunter" moment.
From the story:
When asked about whether a general ban on carrying loaded guns in national parks should be eliminated, the answers were sharply different and somewhat predictable.
McCain, who is against gun control, stated: "I believe the National Park Service and the Fish and Wildlife Service should remove their prohibitions against law-abiding citizens transporting and carrying firearms to lands managed by those agencies."
Obama, who is against assault weapons and a gun show loophole that allows trading of weapons between private individuals, stated: "I believe in Second Amendment rights and the rights of hunters and sportsmen to bear arms and use them in a responsible way. But I am concerned about allowing loaded firearms into family-oriented spaces."
While Barack Obama claims to be a constitutional scholar, he appears to have missed the words "shall not be infringed" and instead believes that the Second Amendment contains the word "but".
"I believe in Second Amendment rights and the rights of hunters and sportsmen to bear arms and use them in a responsible way. BUT I am concerned about allowing loaded firearms into family-oriented spaces."
And with that, the McCain/ Palin campaign has just been handed their "Joe the Hunter" moment, and they need to use it to their full advantage over the next seven days.
America's gun owners enjoy the right to have loaded firearms in family-oriented spaces all the time. In fact, it is loyalty to family that inspires many to keep a loaded firearm ready at hand for home defense. It is loyalty to family that motivates a mother to carry a concealed firearm for the protection of her children while, for example, hiking on a secluded park trail. It is loyalty to family that motivates a father to invite his young son or daughter into the field on opening day, or to the range for an afternoon of plinking. "Joe the Hunter" understands this implicitly. Barack just thinks they're all bitter clingers.
When it comes to Obama and the Second Amendment, you'll never hear him utter his supposed support without the follow-up:
"But..."
And thanks to his "Joe the Hunter" moment, we have a late-October admission of the excuse Obama will use as he signs the first gun control law of his administration.
"I am concerned about allowing loaded firearms into family-oriented spaces."
"Joe the Hunter" should be deeply concerned about Obama's concern.
Chad D. Baus is the Buckeye Firearms Association Vice Chairman.


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Robot Night planned on WSRE
Special to the News Journal
WSRE has one hat-trick of a broadcast schedule planned for robot fans Thursday night. Beginning at 7 p.m., back-to-back interviews with robotics engineers Jerry Pratt and James McLurkin will air, followed at 8 p.m. by an encore presentation of NOVA's "Rise of the Robots" episode that showcases Pensacola's Institute for Human & Machine Cognition.
Pratt, senior research scientist for IHMC and former MIT classmate of McLurkin, appeared on "Conversations with Jeff Weeks" last year after IHMC's team finished second in the DARPA Robotics Challenge, and he was inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame. WSRE will rebroadcast this interview at 7 p.m.
In February, Google engineer McLurkin and his swarm of robots captivated a Pensacola audience during his Public Square Speakers Series at the WSRE Amos Studio. The premiere of his "Conversations with Jeff Weeks" interview airs at 7:30 p.m.
NOVA's "Rise of the Robots" features IHMC scientists, engineers and humanoid robots competing in the DARPA (U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) Challenge.
IHMC: Pensacola a strong recruitment tool
$8 million IHMC expansion in progress


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Q: Failed to read initial state with useContext in Jest I have a component that I would like to unit test with Jest/React Testing Library. It destructures an initial state from useContext(). However, I am getting the following error:

Error: Uncaught [TypeError: Cannot read properties of undefined
(reading 'initialState')]

Obviously, StateProvider wrapping Component does not work with the error. Could anyone tell me how to fix this issue? Here are related files.
// reducer.ts
export const initialState: IInitialStateContext = {
  initialState: [],
};

const reducer = (state: any, action: any) => {
  switch (action.type) {
    ...
  }
};

export default reducer;

// StateProvider.tsx
interface StateProvierProps {
  reducer: any;
  initialState: IInitialStateContext;
  children: React.ReactNode;
}

interface IStateContext {
  state: IInitialStateContext | unknown;
  dispatch: ({ type }: { type: string }) => void;
}

export const StateContext = createContext({} as IStateContext);

export const StateProvider = ({
  reducer,
  initialState,
  children,
}: StateProvierProps) => {
  return (
    // @ts-ignore
    <StateContext.Provider value={useReducer(reducer, initialState)}>
      {children}
    </StateContext.Provider>
  );
};
export const useStateValue = () => useContext(StateContext);

// Component.tsx
const Component: React.FC<IProps> = ({
  prop1,
  prop2,
  prop3,
}: IProps): JSX.Element => {
  const [{ initialState }, dispatch] = useStateValue(); // The error occurs here
  ...

// Component.test.tsx
describe("Component", () => {
  it("should render correctly", () => {
    const prop1 = "prop1";
    const prop2 = "prop2"
    const prop3 = "prop3"
    const mockReducer = jest.fn();
    const mockContext = {
      initialState: [{
      id: "",
      }]
    }
      render(
    <StateProvider initialState={mockContext} reducer={mockReducer}>
      <Component
        prop1={mockProp1}
        prop2={mockProp2}
        prop3={mockProp3}
      />
    </StateProvider>
  );
});

A: useReducer hook signature:
function useReducer<R extends Reducer<any, any>>(
    reducer: R,
    initialState: ReducerState<R>,
    initializer?: undefined
): [ReducerState<R>, Dispatch<ReducerAction<R>>];

The IStateContext type should be a tuple type:
type IStateContext = [IInitialStateContext, ({ type }: { type: string }) => void];

Complete example:
StateProvider.tsx:
import React, { createContext, Reducer, useContext, useReducer } from 'react';
import { IInitialStateContext } from './reducer';

interface StateProvierProps {
  reducer: Reducer<any, any>;
  initialState: IInitialStateContext;
  children: React.ReactNode;
}

type IStateContext = [IInitialStateContext, ({ type }: { type: string }) => void];

export const StateContext = createContext({} as IStateContext);

export const StateProvider = ({ reducer, initialState, children }: StateProvierProps) => {
  return <StateContext.Provider value={useReducer(reducer, initialState)}>{children}</StateContext.Provider>;
};
export const useStateValue = () => useContext(StateContext);

reducer.ts:
export type IInitialStateContext = {
  initialState: any[];
};
export const initialState: IInitialStateContext = {
  initialState: [],
};

const reducer = (state: any, action: any) => state;

export default reducer;

Component.tsx:
import { useStateValue } from './StateProvider';

export type IProps = {
  prop1: any;
  prop2: any;
  prop3: any;
};
export const Component = ({ prop1, prop2, prop3 }: IProps) => {
  const [{ initialState }] = useStateValue();
  console.log(" ~ file: Component.tsx:10 ~ Component ~ initialState:", initialState)
  return null;
};

Component.test.tsx:
import { render } from '@testing-library/react';
import React from 'react';
import { Component } from './Component';
import reducer from './reducer';
import { StateProvider } from './StateProvider';

describe('Component', () => {
  it('should render correctly', () => {
    const prop1 = 'prop1';
    const prop2 = 'prop2';
    const prop3 = 'prop3';
    const mockContext = { initialState: [{ id: '' }] };
    render(
      <StateProvider initialState={mockContext} reducer={reducer}>
        <Component prop1={prop1} prop2={prop2} prop3={prop3} />
      </StateProvider>
    );
  });
});

Test result:
 PASS  stackoverflow/75531868/Component.test.tsx (8.661 s)
  Component
    ✓ should render correctly (30 ms)

  console.log
     ~ file: Component.tsx:10 ~ Component ~ initialState: [ { id: '' } ]

      at Component (stackoverflow/75531868/Component.tsx:10:11)

Test Suites: 1 passed, 1 total
Tests:       1 passed, 1 total
Snapshots:   0 total
Time:        9.142 s

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from Singapore
With a dramatic skyline of shining towers, huge open prairies surrounding it and a thriving arts scene, Dallas is Texas' second-largest city and one of its most important commercial centres. Alongside the commerce and the oil industry is a city with a thriving arts scene and some historic centres of national and international importance.
A sprawling metropolis shaped by its oil riches, Dallas is the third biggest city in Texas and home to many popular attractions. Book a flight ticket to Dallas with Qatar Airways and experience the best of both worlds – ultra-modern attractions and old-world charm.
Flying from Singapore
One of the largest air transport hubs in Asia, Changi Airport is Singapore's principle departure point for international travel. Qatar Airways flights from Singapore leave from Changi Airport, connecting passengers to major destinations worldwide, including Doha. The atmosphere is calm, refined and tranquil, and the friendly staff are always helpful.
There are five car parks spread across the airport. There is a 10-minute 'grace' period in car parks for pick-ups and drop-offs. Payment for short and long-term stays is via electronic payment machines positioned at the exits of the car parks.
A free shuttle bus service from Changi Business Park to the terminals operates daily, while regular local bus services run from the centre of the city to the airport. There are plenty of taxis for hire, and a pre-booked limousine service are also available.
Arriving in Changi Airport
Qatar Airways flights from Singapore Changi Airport depart from Terminal 1. You should arrive for check-in at least two hours before your flight is due to leave. Security checks are strict, so be prepared to allow a little extra time to go through security. Ensure that you don't have any banned items in your handbags and carryon luggage and that all your documents are in order before you travel.
Facilities and amenities
Changi Airport has plenty of amenities and facilities for travellers, and is a very child-friendly airport, with entertainment, Internet terminals and even a unique butterfly garden that will delight younger visitors.
For adults, there are plenty of retail outlets selling a wide selection of goods, including duty-free shopping.
Arriving in Dallas
Book a flight to Dallas with Qatar Airways and you'll arrive in one of the most welcoming cities in America, where the smiles are as big as the 10-gallon hats.
The city is made up of various districts, each with their own unique personality and charm. Discovering everything that Dallas has to offer may take more than one trip, but you can guarantee you'll be welcomed back with the same warmth and enthusiasm, no matter how often you visit.
Dallas has a wealth of museums, from the Dallas Museum of Art to the new Perot Museum of Nature and Science (hugely popular, so book your tickets in advance to ensure you can get in). The most infamous is perhaps the Sixth Floor Museum at the Texas Book Depository, from where Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President Kennedy in 1963.
Another unusual museum is the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art, which focuses on digital art rather than more traditional paintings and sculpture.
Dallas loves its sports, and if you get a chance to catch an American football game during your stay then head to the AT&T Stadium in Arlington to watch the Dallas Cowboys play.
There are also arenas for the NBA team the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center in Downtown Dallas, where you'll also find the Dallas Stars ice hockey team.
There are plenty of open spaces in this modern city, and a great place to relax for a while is the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens along the south banks of White Rock Lake in East Dallas.
Travel considerations
Flights to Dallas with Qatar Airways land at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Dallas please check the visa and passport requirements.
Essential facts about Dallas
Are there direct flights from {Origin} to {Destination}?
Qatar Airways flights from {Origin} to {Destination} will stop in Doha, Qatar along the way. You will transit at the state-of-the-art Hamad International Airport, home to a myriad of entertainment, shopping and relaxation venues. Stopping in Doha will allow you to take a break from your journey, stretch your legs and rejuvenate before your connecting flight.
Yes. Qatar Airways operates direct flights from {Origin} to Doha. You can check our timetable for flight times and frequency.
Qatar Airways flights from Doha to {Destination} take around {FilightTime}. You can check our timetable for flight times and frequency.


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Partner perspectives: Building meaningful human connections in 2021
2020 was a year of challenges — and opportunities. Learn how applying the lessons learned can make a competitive difference to your digital operations in 2021.
By Tom De Ridder
If you had to pick a few key terms to paint a picture of 2020, which would you choose? "Disruption" would probably rank high, as would "remote working." My top pick would probably be "acceleration."
Businesses have not only been forced to pivot to (often entirely) new ways of working, but also to rapidly accelerate the digital transformations they already had underway. This past year highlighted how essential it is for businesses to have mature digital strategies in place.
Many organizations kicked their digital transformation efforts up a notch, however, it quickly became clear they weren't just facing a technology challenge. Then and now, digital transformation requires a culture shift — that is, if your desire is to build meaningful human connections in a digital world.
With that in mind, and considering all we've learned throughout 2020, how do we make 2021 the year of meaningful human connections? We recently asked some of our Sitecore Partners for their perspectives.
Act fast to win over customers
In 2021, we could see challenger brands make inroads into the dominance of incumbents. But only if they act fast.
Consumer habits shifted during the pandemic. As retailers closed or moved online, customers started to shop outside of their comfort zones: 75% of US consumers have tried different stores, websites, or brands during the COVID-19 crisis.
Speed to market has become increasingly important. Today's customers expect businesses to be able to adapt on the fly to keep up with their desires and needs — and even predict them. To beat the competition in 2021, you need to engage with your customers in a more personal, and much faster, way. And that means learning as you act.
Todd K. Harris, Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Valtech, told us:
"Demand is rising, and organizations feel the pressure to capitalize on current conditions."
To meet this demand, Todd insists that businesses "fail fast, learn faster."
"A lot of organizations are trying to accomplish too much at the same time and failing as a result. Start small, learn from those early experiments, and then scale and repeat. With Sitecore, it's easy to experiment — for example, with personalization — then learn and scale. This will allow you to prove ROI quicker.
"To be really successful, the foundation and features need to be built in parallel. This way you can show the value of your transformation to your business and your customer while building a solid foundation for the future."
Collaboration remains key
We've talked a lot in the past year about the IT and Marketing "dream team," and how uniting the efforts of these two teams is key to taking your business forward. In 2021, the lines between IT and Marketing will continue to blur. And that's a really great thing from a digital experience perspective.
But now your entire organization needs to be aligned, as our partners Stephen Tynes and David Wilson, Principals at Perficient, noted:
"The most successful organizations are those that break down the internal organizational barriers and operate as a single team.
"In smaller organizations, there's often less of an IT footprint, and Marketing frequently functions autonomously. In larger ones, we often see Marketing functioning as IT's customer and IT operating with Marketing's full input and cooperation. They function as two sides of the same coin and often have integrated into a single 'office of digital,' with people from multiple disciplines and backgrounds all functioning as a single unit focused on a single goal. There's no 'marketing' budget or 'IT' budget here, but a single budget focused on the goals that both disciplines require in order to deliver the needed experience to their users."
Take the long view
Sorry to disappoint anyone looking to put 2020 far behind them, but the arrival of a new year doesn't mean the challenges of the previous will disappear.
As businesses grow, expand to new locations, and adapt to market shifts, they change. This change imperative is a critical and exciting challenge for all businesses, especially today when stasis equals death in most markets. And the same holds for digital transformation — now an on-going part of any business's lifecycle. As the saying goes, "it's about the journey, not the destination."
But finding the right path for your journey requires grasping that digital transformation isn't just a technology issue. It touches all aspects of your business — from culture to strategy.
Mike Chapman, Director of Digital Strategy at AmericanEagle.com, says that digital transformation needs to start with an understanding of business goals.
"Understanding the business imperative and ensuring that cascades through all decisions, down to the smallest, is the most important thing to do in a digital transformation. With this understanding in place, the inevitable array of decisions that arise during development can be made more quickly and in a way that supports the overall objective.
"Too often the choice of platform and technology solution seems removed from the business need, being made too early. The platform and functional solution should support the content strategy and deliver it to the right audience at the right time."
There's everything to play for
The start of a new year is always a good opportunity to reflect, reassess, and refocus. Now is the perfect moment to take advantage of all we've learned in 2020.
This is the year to take your digital transformation to the next level. If your business remains collaborative, agile, and focused, you'll have a much better chance of building meaningful human connections through digital experiences.
If you're looking to accelerate, or kick-start, your digital transformation in 2021, be sure to download our new guide, featuring more insight, trends, and recommendations from our partners.
Tom De Ridder is Sitecore's CTO and leads the teams responsible for the development of Sitecore's future-focused technology solutions, with a focus on products that help Sitecore maintain a distinct innovation lead in the market.
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Recently I had the privilege of presenting awards at the Mayor's Conference hosted by the Georgia Municipal Association. The awards ceremony occurred over lunch and while I was sitting at my table greeting everybody the gentlemen to my right, Tommy Smallwood from Wilkinson County Georgia, was telling me about his bad habits with running, or stated differently how much he loves running. Wilkinson is a small county south of Atlanta near Macon Georgia with a population of roughly 9500 where Kaolin mining and processing is the principal industry. The valuable white clay is used in many manufacturing products including paper, paint, rubber, make-up and medicines. Nonetheless, its ironic how I meet runners everywhere I go or is it because there are so many of us, there are 40 Million runners in the US, according to runners world.
So I was excited to meet Tommy who is a Council Member from Southern Georgia that loves running so of course I had to hear more about his accomplishments. He's been a council member for 20 years and running even longer, so I settled into lunch and got to know Tommy.
I asked Tommy why he started running, Tommy replied "I started running because I was very competitive, in fact I use to race motorcycles but I couldn't get sponsored so I started to run instead.
Tommy went on to tell me, "I was 38 years old when I started running on April 2nd, 1977. I ran 1 mile for my first recorded run in a time of 8:33. My last recorded run time and distance was 3.1 miles in a time of 29:53 in March 2014 and I ran it in the Cherry Blossom Road Race and got second place in my age group." Replied Tommy.
Tommy told me his last road race was 1996 and he kept a journal of his running activities since 1977, wow that is true dedication.
Thank you Tommy for sharing your story and it was truly an honor to get to meet you and your wife at the Mayors Conference, may you both continue to thrive and inspire others. I hope to see you at the annual GMA Convention in Savannah in June!
Whether you are 40 or 80 years old it's never too late to start running or walking, for many it's a way to explore the outdoors, meet new friends or spend quality time with family members – why do you run? Share with us your story..


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Conceptualising mental illness among University students of African, Caribbean and similar ethnic heritage in the United Kingdom
Dare, T., Jidong, D. E. and Premkumar, P. (2022). Conceptualising mental illness among University students of African, Caribbean and similar ethnic heritage in the United Kingdom. Ethnicity and Health. https://doi.org/10.1080/13557858.2022.2104817
Dare, T., Jidong, D. E. and Premkumar, P.
Objective: Students of African, Caribbean and similar ethnicity (ACE) encounter unique mental health challenges within the Western higher education system, such as feeling constrained in social spaces and perceiving greater stigma about mental health.Students of ACE are also resilient to mental health problems, such as depression, when enduring social inequality. This study aimed to conceptualise mental illness and help-seeking behaviours among university students in the United Kingdom (UK)in the context of their identity as ACE.
Design: Six university students of ACE in the UK were interviewed about the meaning of mental illness, the influence of ACE culture on mental health and help-seeking by ACE students. Thematic analysis was applied from a socio-constructionist theoretical lens to interpret the interview transcripts.
Results: Five main themes emerged, namely 'Perceived meanings and attitudes toward mental health problems', 'Beliefs about the non-existence of mental health problem and its spiritual attributions', 'Family dynamics and the 'silencing' of mental health problems', 'Help-seeking for mental health among people of ACE' and 'Stigma and discriminatory responses to mental health issues'.Participants expressed that mental health is an imported concept that people from ACE communities tend to shy away from. A reluctance to discuss mental health problems arose over fear of rejection from families and fear of not being understood by a mental health professional from a different cultural background.
Conclusion: University students of ACE and their families struggle to adopt the Western conceptualisation of mental health.Consequently, there is poor awareness of mental health issues and stigma of mental illness among university students of ACE which pose a barrier to help-seeking for mental health. The limited sample size constrains the ability to draw sound conclusions. Nonetheless, a culturally sensitive conceptualisation of mental health is needed could help to address poor help-seeking for mental health among people of ACE.
Black; colonialism; racism; mental health; families; help-seeking; stigma
Ethnicity and Health
13557858.2022.pdf
https://openresearch.lsbu.ac.uk/item/9171z
Tensor factorization approach for ERP-based assessment of schizotypy in a novel auditory oddball task on perceived family stress
Zandbagleh, A, Mirzakuchaki, S., Daliri, M.R., Premkumar, P., Carretié, L. and Saeid Sanei, S. (2022). Tensor factorization approach for ERP-based assessment of schizotypy in a novel auditory oddball task on perceived family stress. Journal of Neural Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1741-2552/aca69f
What is next for the neurobiology of temperament, personality and psychopathology?
Trofimova, I., Bajaj, S., Bashkatov, S. A., Blair, J., Brandt, A., , Chan, R. C. K., Clemens, B., Corr, P. J., Cyniak-Cieciura, M., Demidova, L., Filippi, C. A., Garipova, M., Habel, U., Haines, U., Heym, N., Hunter, K., Jones, N. A., Kanen, J., Kirenskaya, A., Kumari, V., Lenzoni, S., Lui, S. S. Y., Mathur,A., McNaughton, N., Mize, K. D., Mueller, E., Netter, P., Paul, K., Plieger, T., Premkumar, P., Raine, A., Reuter, M., Robbins, T. W., Samylkin, D., Storozheva, Z., Sulis, W., Sumich, A., Tkachenko, A., Valadez, E. A., Wacker, J., Wagels, L., Wang, L.-L., Zawadzki, B. and Pickering, A. D. (2022). What is next for the neurobiology of temperament, personality and psychopathology? Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences. 45 (101143). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cobeha.2022.101143
Classification of Low and High Schizotypy Levels via Evaluation of Brain Connectivity
Zandbagleh, A., Mirzakuchaki, S, Daliri, M.R., Premkumar, P. and Sanei, S. (2022). Classification of Low and High Schizotypy Levels via Evaluation of Brain Connectivity. International Journal of Neural Systems. 34 (2). https://doi.org/10.1142/S0129065722500137
Rejection sensitivity and its relationship to schizotypy and aggression: current status and future directions
Premkumar, P. and Kumari, V. (2022). Rejection sensitivity and its relationship to schizotypy and aggression: current status and future directions. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences. 44. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cobeha.2022.101110
Editorial: The Use of Virtual-Reality Interventions in Reducing Anxiety
Premkumar, P., Heym, N., Anderson, P. L., Brown, D. and Sumich A. (2022). Editorial: The Use of Virtual-Reality Interventions in Reducing Anxiety. Frontiers in Virtual Reality. 3 (853678). https://doi.org/10.3389/frvir.2022.853678
The Effectiveness of Self-Guided Virtual-Reality Exposure Therapy for Public-Speaking Anxiety
Premkumar, P., Heym, Nadja, Brown, David Joseph, Battersby, Steven, Sumich, Alexander, Huntington, Bethany, Daly, Rosie and Zysk, Eva (2021). The Effectiveness of Self-Guided Virtual-Reality Exposure Therapy for Public-Speaking Anxiety. Frontiers in Psychiatry. 12, p. 694610. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2021.694610
Cortical and subcortical neuroanatomical signatures of schizotypy in 3004 individuals assessed in a worldwide ENIGMA study
Modinos, G., Kirschner, M., Hodzic-Santor, B., Antoniades, M., Nenadic, I., Kircher, T., Krug, A., Meller, T., Grotegerd, D., Fornito, A., Arnatkeviciute, A., Bellgrove, M., Tiego, J., Dannlowski, U., Dohm, K., Hülsmann, C., Kugel, H., Enneking, V., Klug, M., Leehr, E., Boehnlein, J., Gruber, M., Mehler, D., DeRosse, P., Moyett, A., Baune, B., Green, M., Quidé, Y., Pantelis, C., Strachan, R., Wang, Y., Ettinger, U., Debbané, M., Derome, M., Gaser, C., Besteher, B., Diederen, K., Spencer, T., Fletcher, P., Rössler, W., Smigielski, L., Kumari, V., Premkumar, P., Park, H., Wiebels, K., Lemmers-Jansen, I., Gilleen, J., Allen, P., Kozhuharova, P., Marsman, J-B., Lebedeva, I., Tomyshev, A., Mukhorina, A., Kaiser, S., Fett, A.-K., Sommer, I., Schuite-Koops, S., Paquola, C., Lariviere, S., Bernhardt, B., Dagher, A., Grant, P., van Erp, T., Turner, J. A., Thompson, P. and Aleman, A. (2021). Cortical and subcortical neuroanatomical signatures of schizotypy in 3004 individuals assessed in a worldwide ENIGMA study. Molecular Psychiatry. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-021-01359-9
Pituitary volume in people with chronic schizophrenia: Clarifying the roles of serious violence and childhood maltreatment
Premkumar, P., Bipin, M., Das, M., Lau, J. Y. F., Sumich, A. L. and Kumari, V. (2021). Pituitary volume in people with chronic schizophrenia: Clarifying the roles of serious violence and childhood maltreatment. Psychiatry Research: Neuroimaging. 314, p. 111323. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pscychresns.2021.111323
Mild-to-moderate schizotypal traits relate to physiological arousal from social stress
Premkumar, P., Alahakoon, P., Smith, M., Kumari, V., Babu, D. and Baker, J. (2020). Mild-to-moderate schizotypal traits relate to physiological arousal from social stress. Stress. https://doi.org/10.1080/10253890.2020.1797674
The path from schizotypy to depression and aggression and the role of family stress
Premkumar, P., Kuipers, E. and Kumiar, V. (2020). The path from schizotypy to depression and aggression and the role of family stress. European Psychiatry. 63 (1), p. e79. https://doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2020.76
Developing and maintaining the teacher-student relationship in one to one alternative provision: the tutor's experience
Premkumar, P., Fitzsimmons, W. and Trigg, R. Developing and maintaining the teacher-student relationship in one to one alternative provision: the tutor's experience. Educational Review. https://doi.org/10.1080/00131911.2019.1653265
Neural responses to criticism and praise vary with schizotypy and perceived emotional support
Premkumar, P., Santo, M. G. E., Onwumere, O., Schürmann, M., Kumari, V., Blanco, S., Baker, J. and Kuipers, E. (2019). Neural responses to criticism and praise vary with schizotypy and perceived emotional support. International Journal of Psychophysiology. 145, pp. 109-118. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpsycho.2019.05.008
Sensitivity to criticism and praise predicts schizotypy in the non-clinical population: The role of affect and perceived expressed emotion
Premkumar, P., Dunn, A. K., Onwumere, J. and Kuipers, E. (2019). Sensitivity to criticism and praise predicts schizotypy in the non-clinical population: The role of affect and perceived expressed emotion. European Psychiatry. 55, p. 109–115. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpsy.2018.10.009
Deciphering reward-based decision making in schizophrenia: a meta-analysis and behavioral modelling of the Iowa Gambling Task
Premkumar, P., Betz, Linda T, Brambilla, Paolo, Ilankovic, Andrej, Premkumar, Preethi, Kim, Myung-Sun, Raffard, Stéphane, Bayard, Sophie, Hori, Hikaru, Lee, Kyoung-Uk, Lee, Seung Jae, Koutsouleris, Nikolaos and Kambeitz, Joseph (2019). Deciphering reward-based decision making in schizophrenia: a meta-analysis and behavioral modelling of the Iowa Gambling Task. Schizophrenia Research. 204, pp. 7-15. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.schres.2018.09.009
Pituitary volume reduction in schizophrenia following cognitive behavioural therapy
Premkumar, P., Bream, D., Sapara, A., Fannon, D., Anilkumar, A. P., Kuipers, E. and Kumari.V. (2018). Pituitary volume reduction in schizophrenia following cognitive behavioural therapy. Schizophrenia Research. 192, p. 416–422. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.schres.2017.04.035
Schizotypal traits and their relation to rejection sensitivity in the general population: Their mediation by quality of life, agreeableness and neuroticism
Premkumar, P., Onwumere, J., Betts, L., Kibowski, F. and Kuipers, E. (2018). Schizotypal traits and their relation to rejection sensitivity in the general population: Their mediation by quality of life, agreeableness and neuroticism. Psychiatry Research. 267, pp. 201-209. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2018.06.002


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Novak Djokovic lifts lid on his tough year so far, saying: 'I still have to deal with it'
Novak Djokovic has admitted he is still 'dealing' with the mental effects of his tough year, but he is slowly getting back to normal.
Djokovic has been criticised and often vilified for his decision not to get vaccinated against Covid-19, with him controversially deported from Australia at the start of the year over the issue.
He has since clarified his stance, saying he accepts and respects the rules and is willing to miss tournaments to stand by his principles.
That has seen him restricted to just a handful of tournaments this year and he has understandably been short of his best during them, although there were positive signs during his recent run to the Serbian Open final.
And, as he prepares for the Madrid Masters this week, he has made a stark admission about what he has been through mentally.
"The challenge is definitely more on the mental and emotional side," Djokovic said.
"Of course, I have never experienced anything similar to what I experienced early this season and I did not know how that's going to affect me.
"It obviously still – you know, I still have to deal with it to some extent. It's not as powerful that it was in the first two, three months of the year.
"I feel like the more I play, the more I'm in this environment, the more comfortable I feel."
Novak Djokovic will open his Madrid campaign with a tough match against Gael Monfils after the Frenchman came through his first round clash with Carlos Gimeno Valero on Tuesday.


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December 19, 2018 / 4:17 PM / 7 months ago
Turkey sticking with Russian missile defence purchase, officials say
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey has not changed its decision to buy S-400 missile defence systems from Russia but welcomes a U.S. State Department approval of the possible purchase of a rival Patriot system from the United States, two Turkish officials said on Wednesday.
One official described the State Department decision as good signal for Ankara's troubled relations with Washington, and Turkey was now waiting for the next U.S. step.
"Turkey has not changed the decision to buy the S-400 defence system from Russia," the official said. "As an ally, the U.S. should sell it to Turkey...but we have been waiting their approval."
Reporting by Orhan Coskun; Writing by Dominic Evans


This week the chancellor announced the government's proposals to encourage shale gas exploration. The proposals include tax breaks for shale gas companies, community benefits, technical planning guidance and keeping under review whether the largest shale gas projects should have the option to apply to the major infrastructure regime.
The government are proposing to promote investment in the shale gas industry at an early stage by introducing a new shale gas field allowance and extending the ring-fence expenditure supplement from six to ten years. The ring-fence expenditure supplement is intended to help prospecting shale gas companies that do not have any taxable income against which to set their costs and capital allowances. The detail of these proposals, including whether they should be extended to other forms of onshore unconventional gas, will be consulted upon.
To help "ensure an effective planning system is in place", the government are proposing to produce "technical planning guidance" on shale gas by July 2013 providing "clarity" on planning for shale gas during the exploration phase. By the end of the year guidance will be produced to ensure "the planning system is properly aligned with the licensing regime and regulatory regimes principally: health and safety; and environmental protection." The government will be keeping under review whether the largest shale gas projects should have the option to apply for consents under the major infrastructure regime, thereby removing the decision to grant planning permission from the hands of local authorities.
The government proposes to provide details of the objectives, remit and responsibilities of the new Office of Unconventional Gas and Oil (OUGO). DECC's recent press notice highlighted that community benefits will be "one of the priorities" for OUGO. The government intend to develop proposals by summer 2013 to ensure people in host communities benefit from shale gas production. The details of the community benefits are yet to be unveiled, benefits offered by the renewable energy projects have included cash funds for local community projects as well benefits in kind. Research by SITA suggests that when community benefits are offered up to 70% of local people will support a development.


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require 'oj'

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  def self.produce
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    Oj.dump(attributes)
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Q: wordpress 403 Permission Denied on pdf, doc (other than jpeg, png) I am facing some weird problem in my wordpress site. I can able to upload files (images, pdfs, docs) using media. But I can only see the images (jpeg and png) only. When I check the pdf path, it showing error
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I checked with .htaccess file too, deleted and regenerated with default settings.
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Previously it was working fine. Suddenly it happens. I disabled all plugins and also checked. No improvement.
Please kindly help me to solve this issue.

A: This bug appears when the siteurl is different to the homeurl of your site, which you set in the wordpress backend.
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1. The purpose of a home inspection is to assess the condition of the Residence at the time of the inspection using visual observations, simple tools, and normal homeowner operational control, and to report deficiencies of specific systems and components. Unless specifically excluded below, a Washington State Licensed Home Inspector is responsible for performing a visual and noninvasive inspection of the readily accessible systems and components of a home as identified and described in Washington Administrative Code ("WAC") sections 308-408C-070 through -180 (EXHIBIT A to this Agreement), to the extent such systems and components exist at the Residence. Such components and systems include the roof, foundation, exterior, heating system, air-conditioning system, structure, plumbing and electrical systems, and other aspects of the home as may be identified in WAC 308-408C-070 through -180 (EXHIBIT A to this Agreement), to the extent such systems and components exist at the Residence.
2. The Inspector shall prepare a written report of the general condition of those systems and components as they appear at the time of the inspection. The inspection report is a written opinion of what was visible and evident at the time of the inspection. The report is not a listing of repairs to be made and is not intended for use as a guide in re-negotiating or making a determination about a real estate transaction. Items that are not listed in the inspection report were not inspected and are not included under the scope of the inspection service provided. A home inspection is not technically exhaustive and does not identify concealed conditions or latent defects. The Inspector is acting as a licensed home inspector and is not acting as a licensed engineer or expert in any specific craft or trade. If the Inspector recommends consulting other specialized experts, the Client should do so and such consultation will be at the Client's expense. Not all conditions are apparent at the time of inspection, and the written report is not a substitute for any seller disclosure statement as may be required by law. Inclusion of additional items to be inspected or items to be deleted from the inspection may be negotiated and/or mutually agreed upon by the Client and the Inspection Firm as indicated in an addendum to this Agreement. An additional fee may be assessed.
3. Unless otherwise indicated in writing, we will NOT test for the presence of radon, a harmful gas. Unless otherwise indicated in writing, we will not test for mold. Unless otherwise indicated in writing, we will not test for compliance with applicable building codes or for the presence of or for any potential dangers arising from the presence of asbestos, lead paint, soil contamination, or other environmental hazards or violations. If any structure you want us to inspect is a log structure or includes log construction, you understand that such structures have unique characteristics that may make it impossible for us to inspect and evaluate them. Therefore, the scope of our inspection will not include decay of the interior of logs in log walls, log foundations or roofs, or similar defects.
4. We will NOT identify wood destroying organisms. Pursuant to RCW 18.280.190, a licensed home inspector who is not also licensed as a pest inspector under chapter 15.58 RCW shall only refer in his or her report to rot or conducive conditions for wood destroying organisms and shall refer the identification of or damage by wood destroying insects to a structural pest inspector licensed under chapter 15.58 RCW.
5. Our inspection and report are for your use only. You give us permission to discuss our observations with real estate agents, owners, repair persons, or other interested parties. You will be the sole owner of the report and all rights to it. We are not responsible for use or misinterpretation by third parties, and third parties who rely on it in any way do so at their own risk and release us (including employees and business entities) from any liability whatsoever. If you or any person acting on your behalf provide the report to a third party who then sues you and/or us, you release us from any liability and agree to pay our costs and legal fees in defending any action naming us. Our inspection and report are in no way a guarantee or warranty, express or implied, regarding the future use, operability, habitability or suitability of the home/building or its components. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, to the fullest extent allowed by law.
6. We assume no liability for the cost of repair or replacement of unreported defects, either current or arising in the future. In all cases, our liability is limited to liquidated damages in an amount not greater than the fee you paid us. You waive any claim for consequential, exemplary, special or incidental damages or for the loss of the use of the home/building. You acknowledge that this liquidated damages is not a penalty, but that we intend it to: (i) reflect the fact that actual damages may be difficult or impractical to ascertain; (ii) allocate risk between us; and (iii) enable us to perform the inspection for the agreed-upon fee.
7. If you believe you have a claim against us, you agree to provide us with the following: (1) written notification of your claim within seven days of discovery in sufficient detail and with sufficient supporting documents that we can evaluate; and (2) immediate access to the premises. Failure to comply with these conditions releases us from liability.
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10. Past-due fees for your inspection shall accrue interest at 8% per year. You agree to pay all costs and attorney's fees we incur in collecting the fees owed to us. If the Client is a corporation, LLC, or similar entity, you personally guarantee payment of the fee.
11. If you request a re-inspection, the re-inspection is subject to the terms of this Agreement along with additional fees.
13. If a court finds any term of this Agreement ambiguous or requiring judicial interpretation, the court shall not construe that term against us by reason of the rule that any ambiguity in a document is construed against the party drafting it. You had the opportunity to consult qualified counsel prior to signing this.
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I wrote this back in February and shared with some people, I had hoped to get a photo of Nova but thus far it has not happened.
How do I begin to tell you how rewarded I feel today? Is there a short form to this story?
The answers is no, if am to relate to you the tale of a small dog with crooked front leg which I found chained to a centre pillar in a large room on the second floor in an illegal drug emporium in downtown Vancouver some 7 years ago. The neighbours said that she had been stepped on as a small puppy and untreated the broken leg had turned to the side. Abandon by her owners who fled out a window when the drug squad raided the establishment, the young female dog was without food or water for at least five days before the landlord contacted me to deal with a problem of rent arrears. I had a locksmith open the doors and when I entered on the second floor, I discovered the dog. It was mongrel approximately 30 lbs and 6 months of age, trembling and scared but extremely ferocious. The large open area was littered with feces and the overturned water bowl was completely dry. The 10 foot chain had several wraps around the post making it shorter each time the dog circled it until it was about 4 feet long.
When the tenants phoned me the next day to complain about me ruining their business, I urged them to come for the dog but instead they chose to swear and threaten me. That day I went back to the premises and could see the water and the food had been devoured. The dog was a little less fierce but still really scared. I went a near by restaurant and spoke to the owner about buying some hamburger patties, and when she found out why I wanted them she made a large container of warm rice, gravy and fresh grilled hamburgers but she would not take any money for it. For the next 3 days I watered, fed and talked to the dog, which by now was somewhat calmed but still would not let me come near. I visited once during the weekend and Monday after several unsuccessful attempts to coax the owners to come to pick the dog up, I called the SPCA to come and take her away. While I waited the truck to pick her up I was able to unfasten the chain from the pillar. The dog was wary and stayed away from me by going into the adjoining rooms all of which opened into each other; however when the SPCA driver arrived much to my surprise the dog came near me and let me take the chain and touch her. She was quiet and calm and well behaved as I walked her down the long wide stairway and out to the awaiting pound truck. As the driver thanked me for the donation for the shelter he opened the back door and I said to the dog, "You will be safe now, get in." She looked at me for a brief moment almost as if relived and then jumped into the van. In a moment the van drove away, as stood there I watched feeling sad for the small bond was broken.
I told this tale to a few people and sometimes would wonder what her final fate had been.
February 8, 2010 A happy ending!
Today, my canine partner and best buddy Barklee lead me to a new park for "off lease" in south Vancouver. A beautiful spring like warm sunny day is a great day for a walk. We strolled around the wooded lands and the roadway led up a small hill and at the top of the hill I saw two women, a baby carriage and a pack of dogs passing along the upper road. One of the dogs stopped stood still and stared at Barklee and I as we climbed toward the upper road. I thought it unusual that one dog stopped did not move muscle or turn and follow the pack but it just stared down the trail with its tail curled up behind in a tight coil. When Barklee reached the top he continued past the dark still figure without either of them paying attention to the other. As I approached to within about 5 feet I spoke to the black dog, when I did it started to walk slowly toward me, it had a crocked front leg. First it pressed its head against my leg and then turned to lean against my legs as if to hug me and I recognized the front leg was pointing out and then I remembered that leg. I called out to the ladies up the road, "Is this your dog?" One said "Yes" and I asked if might speak to them about the dog. She said "It's not really mine but I have been walking it for many years, ever since the owners got it from the pound". I told them that I was responsible for it being in the pound and they were moved to tears as heard my story. We talked for about 15 minutes and all the time the dog, named Nova leaned on my legs and finally laid down on my feet. When the lady said "let's go", Nova did not move, the lady, Kim, said "Nova likes men but we've never seen her act like this!" During all this time Barklee who normally is very jealous of other dogs that come to me sat by quietly never showing anything but interest. We all walked back to the parking lot Nova between Kim and me. Kim promised to give the owners my business card and I hope to hear from them someday, but I have been completely rewarded. Nova has a good home, family and friends human and animal. I don't know how karma works or how a dog remembers after seven years but it makes me very, very happy.
There on a lonely highway west of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on a sunny morning a young English man, a photographer student was sitting at the shoulder of the road trying an optical experiment to recreate the birth of fire when a big green Mercedes Benz stopped and backed up much to the surprise of the hitch hiker the driver powered the window down and asked if he was looking for a ride.
From the look on his face I guessed he was not accustomed to western Canadian hospitality!
from that desolated spot to the Calgary Stampede and on to Vancouver, grooved to Meat Loaf, Children Of Sanchez: Chuck Mangione and other current artists. Gary Hopkins spent some time assisting at Brighouse brake and Wheel in Richmond before returning to England to further his studies. Flash to the present!! Gary contacted me via the Internet and since he has forwarded this photo of him and his family. pictured are Gary, his beautiful spouse Elle and their two sons Nick and James. I hope someday that we will have the opportunity to visit here or in Britain or at Bonneville. Life has a way of presenting us all with the opportunity to build a bank of great memories.
Brian has compiled a short video for us from the video taken at Bonneville by Tofini family and Tom Tom. He will add to it and eventually we will have something our fans can download or have on DVD.
Brian also is good a sourcing anything from car parts to cocktail recipes.
He is a good friend and a valuable asset to the GOLDENHAWK project.
I am sharing this with you, but have not received an OK yet but I am confident he won't mind.
Dear Randy, I am a director of the Nanton Lancaster Society Air Museum just south of Calgary. We are Canada's Bomber Command Memorial and have built up our museum to honour our veterans of the RCAF. Please see http://www.lancastermuseum.ca/ for all the details.
We are building a special tribute display to a son of Nanton, Jack Allan, a World War 2 Hurricane pilot who flew in N. Africa and was a post war RCAF pilot. Jack's last command before retirement was as Commanding Officer of the Golden Hawks 1960-1962 !
As I was a Young lad the Golden Hawks were my heroes and I got to sit in one of the Golden Hawks in Prince Albert when I was 12 in 1963.
We have a T-33 on display at Nanton and decided to mark it in Golden Hawk markings because of the 50th anniversary of the Golden Hawks and because of the Jack Allan connection (Jack Allan flew a support T-33 as CO with Golden Hawk markings from airshow to airshow as the Hawks moved around the country).
I just wanted to let you know I am very interested in your Goldenhawk Streamliner and speed team efforts for all the above reasons. Plus you guys are Canadian and I would like to support your team in some way so that you can show our geographically challenged cousins down south (bless their hearts) that the need for speed lives here too.
Please let me know what is your time schedule for going back to Bonneville. Also interested in coming out to see your Streamliner. I will mention your efforts to Mike Potter in Ottawa who owns the Golden Hawk Sabre if you have not already done so.
Bounce back to me with any ideas or info on your teams efforts.
Gofers are the backbone of a Race team.
Cody is planning to keep the tools organised by designing (along with Bryson) wooden boxes that will fasten to the trailer for transport and then stood up in the pits will serve as tool boards and wind breaks. I am hoping Yuri and Anne bring the young men with them this year again. Jason and Alex will be familiar with the pit arrangements and aware of the thrashing that can take place (hopefully not this year) as they if willing can assist Cody. The "Gofers" were very important part of our efforts last year, although they weren't sure if the title was complimentary. I assured them that it is not only respected part of any race team but that I had served as gofer for many racers over the years.
The corrosion is mostly superficial but it is amazing that some parts are affected and some not. Parts of the same kind and close together have different condition? Boy you sure can find all the filings that were invisible at Bonneville as they show up quite red now.
Special thanks goes out to Paolo Carraro and his family for providing us with the warehouse space to set up our meager operations. It is a very nice building, lots of light, space, power and clean washrooms. A big contrast to our tent in Werner's backyard, however, having everything next door was handy for us.
Today we started starting Bonneville preparation. First take the Hawk outside to wash it again.
Dean towed it with the little jeep and Cody pressure washed it again. Bryson was removing parts as we went out the door.
I want to thank all those folks who took the day off to celebrate my birthday. Oh! It's also Easter, Good Friday, well that explains it. So much for the ego.
Thanks to all the people who have sent and emailed and phoned good wishes to me many were very unexpected.
HAPPY EASTER Everyone, may enjoy time with your friends and family.