Do you have an idea on how you can get the best binocular to use? If you love exploring, hunting or bird watching, then you must use the best binocular to enjoy your activities outdoors. Sometimes, it would not be that easy to choose which binocular to get. You also need to seek some help and advice from advanced users or professionals and especially those who has a wider and broader knowledge and experience using binoculars. Now, how can you find the best binocular? In order for you to get the best one, you must also try checking out other binoculars from various manufacturers. That will be the best thing to do, so that you will know how various binoculars work and so that you will know their different functions and features. There is no wrong checking out on them anyway, while checking them out, then you can choose the one that suits your need.
It is said that the Vortex Optics Diamondback 10×42 Roof Prism Binocular has excellent features when it comes to optical that allows users to have a good view of wildlife at a distance. This binocular will give you a more enhanced feature and an outstanding contrast and resolution with an optimized light transmission that will help you achieve the quality of the image that you are expecting to see on your adventure.
Before I start, let me share to you how I came to know a lot about ukulele. As an independent music store manager, I have been given the opportunity to play various ukuleles for many years of different sizes and brands. I have played most of this instruments available at the store or when they are up for trade, restringing or for repair.
So what I am imparting in this article are from hands-on real life experience with those actual instruments I have played. First I will show you the ukes that costs less than $100. I have listed these so that you will be able to choose correctly what are the best ukulele brands for beginners.
This uke is originally made in the year 2005 by one of the previous employee of Lanikai. This brand is one of the best selling ukulele in the globe. The company only makes a few ukulele making them focus on the quality of their product. This focused dedication makes it a very high quality uke which is incomparable to other companies that mass produce just for profit. This concert size uke is the cheapest uke in the lineup of Kala. This uke may look plain, but it is sturdy, playable and has consistent performance.
Bow sights are also known as Bow Scopes, which are devices, gadgets or accessories that are normally mounted on the bow riser, so that the hunters can get a better shot of their target. Lucky are these bow hunters because they these tools to be used and it can really help them to have a successful hunt. Human beings are intelligent enough to invent and use such gadgets for hunting, but remember that animals in the forests are also smart and they can sense the danger that is about to come. Lucky are those who can catch these smart animals using their bow hunter and lucky are those animals who can avoid this shot before it lands on their body. Whatever bow sights are used, there is only one aim and that is to get that shot.
When you are selecting the best single pin bow sight, you have to consider the function or the use of this bow sight in your bow hunting activity. Why would you like to use a bow sight? Will it be effective or it will just be the same without it? Before finally getting the best single pin bow sight, you have to know that there are various types of bow sights.
Imagine the fun…being able to jump as high as you like, fall and bounce on your bum without hurting yourself or try out some new gymnastic or dance moves with extra a little extra help. A 12ft trampoline can give you just that!
As a 12ft trampoline is usually going to be outside permanently, even through the winter, it makes sense to buy a cover to keep it clean and dry when it isn't being used. This will not only ensure that the trampoline is always ready for you to use whenever you want, but will also make it last a lot longer by preventing damage to the springs and padding. As a 12ft trampoline cover will only cost a fraction of the price of the original trampoline it makes sense to buy one to protect your it.
Looking after your 12 ft trampoline will help ensure it stays in tip top condition.
Why there are so many bikes on the road ?
The answer may seem obvious to enthusiastic cyclists, while it is still a mystery to laymen.
Like any activities, you will not understand them until you try to join in to see the fun and advantages. So contact us to pick the best road bikes under 1000, hop on one and you will finally understand what it's like to be riding a bike.
Put your safety helmet on and lock it down. Join our trip under the shining sky, enjoying the warmth of a summer morning. Take a grab of your handlebar; get out of the comfy bed in the room full of conditioned air. Say goodbye to your computer, to your lazy cat, but don't forget to bring the house key and your smartphone. Turn off the light, and say hello to the world.
As you take your bike out of your house, you are wondering which way to go when you are out in the open world. You will be greeted by the heat of the sun, the warmth of the breeze, and the friendliness of you people walking on the streets. Some may even give you a hug. Setting up your bike properly so that your seat is comfortable, your pedal distance is just right, and your handlebar is ready for speeding up. Now that you're done, let's mount up and ride.
The sidewalk of the streets are full of bumps, and as you steer you bike around, you can hear people talking, animals singing.
The wind embraces you and you breathe in. You are ready to speed up, so you put more strength to your foot, pedaling much harder. As you turn at the corner to a wider road, a new world opens before your eyes. They are ready for your conquest. You feel like flying, and nothing can stop you. As your legs pedal faster, the warm summer air surrounds you. "I'm gonna travel around the world", you think to yourself. You have done this so many times, and yet the feelings never get old when you get on your bike. Like the famous Black Eyed Peas song, you feel like today's gonna be a good day.


Since the diagnosis of Specific Learning Disability (SLD) was introduced in the 1970s, research in psychology and education has dedicated resources to understanding the unique emotional experiences of children with learning issues. While the impact of anxiety on learning more generally has been studied extensively over the past few decades, more recent investigations suggest that that the relationship between these variables is more complex than originally theorized. This workshop will provide a review of the theories of test anxiety, clarify the relationship between anxiety and academic performance, as well as discuss techniques to support these students in the classroom and at home.
Hilary Murphy Ph.D. - is a licensed clinical psychologist and formally trained pediatric neuropsychologist with a specialization in the neuropsychological assessment of neurodevelopmental and neuro-medical disorders working at CNNH NeuroHealth.


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AP - Oregon State was an underdog the moment it took the field at the College World Series. The Beavers didn't come from the right part of the country. They didn't have enough pitching. They couldn't keep fighting off elimination.
AP - The idea is to put the ball in the net, not just keep it out. Ukraine figured that out a lot quicker than Switzerland in the shootout Monday night. And the World Cup newcomers are headed to the quarterfinals because of it.
AP - The Socceroos were tough on Italy. The referee was tougher on Australia. Another questionable call in this World Cup showed Italy the way to the quarterfinal Monday, giving the Italians a penalty kick that Francesco Totti converted for the 1-0 win as time expired.
AP - Isiah Thomas has one year to turn around the Knicks — something Larry Brown couldn't do. And if Thomas doesn't, he'll be gone, too.
AP - Jim Leyland thought starter Zach Miner was falling behind too early, which could have spelled disaster for the rookie. So the Detroit Tigers manager made an early trip to the mound to give the right-hander some encouragement.
Reuters - The NFL Network has expanded its distribution in time for preseason football, reaching a deal with EchoStar Communications Corp. to expand carriage on the Dish Network to basic service.
Reuters - New York Knicks owner James Dolan has given team president and new coach Isiah Thomas one season to turn around the NBA club.
AP - John Lackey got enough run support to win a game, for a change — although he had to wait for it. Mike Napoli's two-run double highlighted a five-run rally in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels pulled out an improbable 5-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night in the opener of the first interleague series between the teams since 2001.
AP - Trust me. "You have to — you don't have any choice," England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson said after his team advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup with a scrappy 1-0 win over Ecuador.
AP - The Boston Bruins acquired Paul Mara from the Phoenix Coyotes for Nick Boynton on Monday in a trade of defensemen.
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – A vote of confidence from the Jets is no longer a given for oft-injured quarterback Chad Pennington.
Ben Roethlisberger, accompanied by bodyguards and wearing a hood to cover facial injuries from a motorcycle crash, visited the Pittsburgh Steelers' offices Tuesday, a newspaper reported. Roethlisberger stopped by headquarters for the first time since the accident eight days ago to pick up mail and other items.
Suspended NFL star Ricky Williams ran for 14 yards on eight carries Friday night in his second regular-season game for the Toronto Argonauts, a 16-9 loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Williams, playing in the CFL after he was suspended by the NFL for one year after a fourth positive drug test, also had one catch for a yard.
The New Orleans Saints are marching to Mississippi. The Saints announced a four-year agreement Thursday to hold training camp at Millsaps College in an attempt to broaden the team's fan base and help new coach Sean Payton build team unity. "We believe by having camp away, it's good for building a bond for coaches and owners and players," owner Tom Benson said.
Peyton Manning was sorry to see running back Edgerrin James leave the Indianapolis Colts, but he's got an idea about how to bolster the running game. "Everybody has been asking how the running game is going to be this year. I've told them I'm going to try to get involved in the running game more myself," the two-time MVP joked Thursday.
New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Jammal Brown was free on bond Friday following his arrest on a domestic abuse complaint from his wife. Brown was booked Thursday with domestic abuse battery after his wife placed a 911 call, said Capt. George Bonnett, a spokesman for the St. Tammany Parish sheriff. When officers responded, Brown was not at home, but returned before officers left, Bonnett said.
Tampa Bay quarterback Luke McCown will have knee surgery this week, leaving the Buccaneers in the market for another backup for Chris Simms. McCown partially tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee while scrambling out of the pocket during a workout June 15. He will have surgery in the next couple of days, coach Jon Gruden said Tuesday.
Bengals defensive end Frostee Rucker has been charged with two counts of spousal battery and vandalism. The misdemeanor charges were filed Tuesday after an alleged fight between Rucker and his girlfriend at a party he was hosting in Los Angeles last August, said Frank Mateljan, a spokesman for the city attorney's office.
GM Isiah Thomas made a mess of the Knicks. Now it's up to him to clean things up as head coach – or else.
Coach Byron Scott was close to signing a contract extension with the New Orleans Hornets that could keep him with the team for three more seasons. Scott guided the Hornets to a 20-win improvement in his second season with the club following a temporary move from New Orleans to Oklahoma City because of Hurricane Katrina.
As with any championship team, there is already sentiment around the Miami Heat to bring the entire roster back for next season's title defense. But that hardly ever happens, in any sport, and center Shaquille O'Neal knows change is inevitable for the Heat, too. "Everybody's going to take care of their individual business," O'Neal said.
The Toronto Raptors hired Maurizio Gherardini, who built one of the most successful professional basketball teams in Europe, as the club's vice president and assistant general manager Thursday. The Italian Gherardini becomes the first European to hold a senior management position with an NBA franchise.
RALEIGH, N.C. – When they needed it most, the Hurricanes gathered strength from the unwavering support of the Carolina faithful.
Goaltender Cristobal Huet re-signed with the Canadiens on Monday, agreeing to a two-year contract after a season in which he helped Montreal make the playoffs and had a league-best .929 save percentage. His strong play allowed general manager Bob Gainey to deal struggling former Hart Trophy winner Jose Theodore and his big contract to Colorado.
The Bruins acquired Paul Mara from the Phoenix Coyotes for Nick Boynton on Monday in a trade of defensemen. Boston also received a third-round draft choice which it can take next year or in 2008. The Bruins sent a fourth-round pick to Phoenix. Mara, who agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Bruins, is more of an offensive player than Boynton.
Hurricanes coach Peter Laviolette agreed to a five-year contract with the team Sunday, less than a week after leading the franchise to its first Stanley Cup. "Peter's coaching helped bring our team together to win hockey's ultimate prize last season," Hurricanes president and general manager Jim Rutherford said.
The NHL draft turned into a showcase for hockey in Minnesota. Bloomington native Erik Johnson became just the fifth American chosen first overall when the St. Louis Blues selected him Saturday. Fellow Minnesota natives Kyle Okposo and Peter Mueller followed Johnson in the top 10 with Okposo going to the Islanders and Mueller to the Coyotes.
The Colorado Avalanche traded left wing Alex Tanguay to Calgary for defenseman Jordan Leopold and two draft picks Saturday in a draft-day deal between Northwest Division rivals. The 27-year-old Tanguay was Colorado's second-leading scorer last season with 78 points on 29 goals in 71 games. He has scored 400 points in 450 NHL games and was a key member of the Avs' 2001 championship team.
SONOMA, Calif. – Once again, Jeff Gordon is the king of the NASCAR road.
Jeff Gordon called crew chief Steve Letarte with two pieces of important news Sunday morning.
Fuel strategy paid off for Terry Labonte on Sunday at Infineon Raceway, where the two-time NASCAR champion benefited from some late cautions and a little luck to nurse his car the final 50 laps on a tank of gas.
Brian Vickers will drive for Team Red Bull in 2007, positioning himself to be the future of Toyota as the Japanese automaker prepares for its Nextel Cup debut, The Associated Press has learned.
Paul Menard found himself being pushed by Kevin Harvick with less than three laps to go at the Milwaukee Mile on Saturday night.
After winning his first career NASCAR Craftsman Trucks series race last week, Johnny Benson told his crew the same thing any other greedy racer would.


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'Real Housewives' Star Erika Girardi Has Message For Lyme Doubters
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Girardi has stood by Yolanda Foster since the day she joined the show. Erika and Yolanda have been friends for a while, and she has never questioned her Real Housewives co-star's illness. Many of the other ladies could all agree that Yolanda was sick with something, but not everyone agreed that it was Lyme disease. This has caused quite the spectacle on this season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, but this week's episode showed Yolanda in a new light.
According to a new Bravo report, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Girardi is now asking people to look at Foster's illness once more after watching the lime gala that some of the ladies attended in New York. Foster was being honored as a person who wanted to spread awareness about the disease to possibly find a cure.
"Sharing your brave journey has generated world wide compassion," Yolanda said at the gala, with her Real Housewives co-star adding, "This statement inscribed on Yolanda's award from the Global Lyme Alliance gala could not be more perfect. She has been incredibly brave in her fight against Lyme disease and has generated immense awareness and compassion through it all. Just look at Kyle's reaction at the dinner table. The Lyme journey is very eye opening."
Perfect ending to a long day. ???? #friends #RHOBH
A photo posted by Erika Jayne (@theprettymess) on Mar 10, 2016 at 9:28pm PST
Kyle Richards broke down in tears after hearing both Yolanda and her daughter Gigi Hadid talk about Foster's Lyme disease struggles. Richards had questioned her illness at some point, sharing that she wasn't really sure about what Foster was dealing with. This was something Kyle talked about in the press and on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Erika thought the night was beautiful, and she was in full support of her friend.
"It was very special to be at this event and to honor all of these courageous individuals who have done so much to raise awareness and bring hope. For anyone that ever doubted Yolanda or any other individual suffering from Lyme disease… I hope this speaks to you and opens your heart," Erika reveals about her Real Housewives co-star, who didn't go to Dubai with the ladies.
But even though she wasn't there, she was still the topic of discussion.
"I'm very excited to be in Dubai! After a long journey across the world, it's nice to be in this magical city. While things got off to a rocky start with Lisa Rinna, I'm going to chalk it up as jet lag… for now," Girardi reveals about the current Real Housewives drama on the show.
Yolanda has expressed disappointment in her Real Housewives co-stars, especially when it comes to her illness. She's often defending herself in her blogs, but this week, she decided to focus on her own journey and she remembered the night of the gala, according to Bravo.
❤Check out my BLOG, link is in my bio..... #RHOBH #LymeDiseaseAwareness @bravotv
A photo posted by YOLANDA (@yolanda.hadid) on Mar 23, 2016 at 10:27am PDT
"Watching tonight's episode brought tears back to my eyes. Seeing my children, my mom and friends show up to support me, speak for me and listen for me meant more than words can ever say. We who suffer from chronic Lyme can only ask for our loved ones to try to understand and be compassionate about this invisible disease. Thank god I am blessed with a small circle that has guided me through these years and never let go. The Global Lyme Alliance gala was a huge success. Together we raised over $3 million dollars that evening for research, proper diagnostics, and to one day find a cure!" she reveals.
What do you think of the Real Housewives women and them questioning Yolanda? Do you think Erika is a good friend for standing by her friend no matter what?
[Photo by Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP Images]

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SnapCrab - Software Informer. SnapCrab is a program that can capture any part of your computer´s screen.
SnapCrab is a program that can capture any part of your computer´s screen.
When installed, it puts a tiny icon in your system tray. If you click on it, a small toolbar will be displayed giving you access to all the program functions.
You can use this program to capture the active window, or another window selected by you. It can also capture the full screen, or just the region of the screen. All the captures will be saved in the PNG format, in the Desktop folder, by default. But you can set the program to use the JPG or GIF format, and choose whichever folder you want.
SnapCrab allows to send the captures you take automatically to your Twitter, Facebook or Evernote account. It will ask you for your username and password when you use this option for the first time. In Facebook, you will have to authorize SnapCrab to post images on your behalf.
The program also features a Color Picker, a utility that will let you copy just a color of the screen, allowing you to use that color in other images, or to fill the background on the images that you capture. You will be able to define hotkeys to perform each action that the program can take.


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Q: Confused with Linked List Pointers and how it changes the original linked list I am studying Data Structures and Algorithms. I encountered some confusion below.
from typing import *

class Node:
    curr_node_value: Any
    next_node: Node
    def __init__(self, curr_node_value: Any = None):
        # a node can hold a current value and by default its next node is None
        # however we can assign values to the next of a node, but the next must be of object node as denoted
        # note the distinction between curr node value and next node, they are diff
        self.curr_node_value = curr_node_value
        self.next_node = None

class LinkedList:
    def __init__(self):
        # key point is that end of every llist, it points to None always
        self.head = None

ll1_first = Node(1)
ll1_second = Node(2)
ll1_third = Node(4)

ll2_first = Node(1)
ll2_second = Node(3)
ll2_third = Node(4)

# create llist 1
ll1 = LinkedList()
ll1.head = ll1_first
ll1.head.next_node = ll1_second
ll1.head.next_node.next_node = ll1_third

# create llist 2
ll2 = LinkedList()
ll2.head = ll2_first
ll2.head.next_node = ll2_second
ll2.head.next_node.next_node = ll2_third

merged_sorted_llist = LinkedList()

ll1_temp_curr_node = ll1.head
ll2_temp_curr_node = ll2.head

while ll1_temp_curr_node is not None and ll2_temp_curr_node is not None:
    print(ll1_temp_curr_node.curr_node_value)
    ll1_curr_node = ll1_temp_curr_node
    ll2_curr_node = ll2_temp_curr_node

    if ll1_curr_node.curr_node_value <= ll2_curr_node.curr_node_value:
        merged_sorted_llist.head = ll1_curr_node
        #print(merged_sorted_llist.head.next_node.curr_node_value)
        merged_sorted_llist.head.next_node = ll2_curr_node

    ll1_temp_curr_node = ll1_temp_curr_node.next_node
    ll2_temp_curr_node = ll2_temp_curr_node.next_node

The code is a subset of a larger question but I cannot understand clearly why when you print print(ll1_temp_curr_node.curr_node_value) it gives you 1, 1, 3 instead of 1, 2, 4. I did extensive debugging and if you comment out merged_sorted_llist.head.next_node = ll2_curr_node it will print out 1, 2, 4.
After googling, I came to read this post and believe I messed up somewhere in variable assigning, especially if I set the attributes. It is still not very obvious to me where.

A: I can see two problems:

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*You don't want to update the merged list's head in each iteration

*Once you assign the head of the merged list, you still need to find the next node by comparing two candidate nodes (one from each list)

Here is my implementation for this problem:
# Linked List Node
class Node:
    def __init__(self, data):
        self.data = data
        self.next = None

# Create & Handle List operations
class LinkedList:
    def __init__(self):
        self.head = None

    # Method to display the list
    def printList(self):
        temp = self.head
        while temp:
            print(temp.data, end=" ")
            temp = temp.next

    # Method to add element to list
    def addToList(self, newData):
        newNode = Node(newData)
        if self.head is None:
            self.head = newNode
            return

        last = self.head
        while last.next:
            last = last.next

        last.next = newNode

# Create 2 lists
listA = LinkedList()
listB = LinkedList()

# Add elements to the list in sorted order
listA.addToList(5)
listA.addToList(10)
listA.addToList(15)

listB.addToList(2)
listB.addToList(3)
listB.addToList(20)

def mergeLists(h1, h2):
    merged_head = None

    if h1 is None:
        return h2

    if h2 is None:
        return h1

    if h1.data > h2.data:
        merged_head = h2
        merged_head.next = mergeLists(h1, h2.next)
    else:
        merged_head = h1
        merged_head.next = mergeLists(h1.next, h2)

    return merged_head

res = LinkedList()
res.head = mergeLists(listA.head, listB.head)

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Autobahn Equity, the electronic equity execution business of Deutsche Bank, has launched a new algorithm, based on its proprietary Stealth liquidity-seeking strategy, in more than 30 markets around the world.
Over the past four weeks, the bank has introduced the algorithm in the US, Europe and many of the Asian markets.
The algorithm has been designed to help the buy-side cope with today's tougher trading conditions, characterised by wider spreads, faster quoting, thinner liquidity at the top of exchange order books and off-exchange trading growth.
He added that Stealth could also trade more passively, for example when trading less-liquid stocks. This ability to adopt a passive, aggressive or neutral approach, he contended, makes the algorithm particularly useful to the buy-side.
The algorithm's availability in more than 30 countries allows buy-side clients to adopt a consistent execution strategy around the globe, according to Flatley.


Needs Assessment for Police Department and Municipal Court. 8H holding facility, training room, communications center. Two courtrooms. Study evaluated available sites including expansion of existing Municipal Building. 33,700 sf. Study completed December, 1994. Construction completed June, 2000.
New police facility that will be an important part of the development of a Township Green within a new large township park. Includes a communications center, THF/8H holding facility, and firing range. Initial work included preliminary master plan of park. 25,500 sf. Construction estimated to be completed July 2004.
Needs Assessment is in progress to determine needs of administration, council, and police operations and how existing building can be reorganized to accommodate city offices. Study recommends new police facility. In May, 1995 a $23,650 renovation of the communications center was completed.
Needs Assessment Phase completed April 2001. Study included evaluation of Administration, Council, Police, and Service Operations. Six sites were evaluated including the existing site and whether these departments should be in a single or separate buildings. Project is part of private/public redevelopment of the existing site for private businesses and apartments. Further action pending Council decision to proceed. City Hall with police anticipated at 24,200 sf including firing range. Service Center anticipated at 22,500 sf.
Needs Assessment for combined police department & fire headquarters and training facilities. Needs Assessment completed December, 1997. Study investigated options on three sites. It was determined that the project would include only the police department. The building is integrated into the large central city park while maintaining visibility to a primary street. Includes 8H/5D holding facility, communications center, large meeting/training room, and firing range. 38,500 sf. Construction completed January, 2002.
6,000 sf renovation for Police and Communications Departments. THF holding facility. 4,400 sf renovation for Fire Department. The Fire Department remains a part of the original historic Town Hall building. 6,200 sf renovation and expansion for Roads and Service Department. This building is part of the Town Hall site. Completed November, 1995.
Needs Assessment Phase completed August, 2000. Study included evaluation of Administration, Council, Police, Municipal Court, and Fire operations Study evaluated renovation of existing 35,958 sf municipal building for all departments except fire which would be relocated to two new 14,300 sf facilities. Further action pending Council authorization to proceed.
Needs Assessment completed April, 2002 for a renovation of the City of Dublin building that accommodates the divisions of Planning, Engineering, Economic Development, and Building Standards. Divisions will expand into space vacated by the Parks Division and be more efficiently organized. Four renovation options were provided. Construction documents are in progress.
11,400 sf renovation and 6,200 sf expansion of existing Village Hall for interim growth. Included Administration, Council, and Police Department offices. Design provided for a better integration of the building within a large city park environment which includes an historic farm museum. Completed December, 1985.
1,200 sf open shelter with wood deck along Scioto River. Involved extensive renovation of former bath house. Integrated within overall 30 acre renovation project of a former private facility purchased by the City. Completed August, 1981.
19,700 sf renovation for Board and Administration offices, clinic, training, environmental offices, and Hearing Room with conference. Project utilizes an adaptive reuse of the 4th floor of the Franklin County Administration building. Completed in July, 1993.
Needs Assessment for 28,500 sf expansion and renovation of existing areas in order to provide for large and flexible meeting facility and departmental organization and offices. Study completed April, 1995. County Commissioners decided not to proceed with project.
Needs Assessment including feasibility of existing building to accommodate Administration, Council, Municipal Court, Police, and Fire needs as well as ADAAG requirements. Existing building is 21,000 sf. Important component of study demonstrated how the renovated and expanded existing building can be a key element in downtown revitalization effort. Study completed February, 1997 and was updated July, 2000. The current study investigates utilizing the original historical section of the Municipal Building for Council and Administration uses. Another close-by site is master planned to accommodate a new facility or facilities for police, fire, and court operations. Further action pending Council deliberation.
20,000 sf facility centralized all City departments except Service and Police Departments. Includes Council Chamber and a separate Community Room with kitchen. Building was a vital element and anchor in Grove City's downtown redevelopment. The project replaced 9 badly worn properties. Strong two-story presence close to street helps to complete streetscape enclosure as well as provide additional downtown commercial parking. Completed July, 1990.
21,200 sf facility. Includes communications center, 8-H holding facility, and multipurpose room for Mayor's Court, training, and community needs. Building was part of overall downtown redevelopment program and is a transition building between residential and commercial areas. Completed November, 1989.


Without a doubt, the Cordillera Blanca range provides some of the world's most spectacular and varied trekking and climbing landscapes. The range boasts more than 50 peaks over 5,700 m (18,700 ft), of which some 20 peaks surpass 6,000 m (19,685 ft). At 6,768 m (22,205 ft), Huascarán is Peru's highest mountain, and yet it's the pyramid peak of Alpamayo that is said by many to be the country's most spectacular. Seasoned trekkers and climbers from around the world agree—Alpamayo is a peak of overwhelming beauty. Within this 170 km-long mountain range we find the greatest concentration of tropical-zone glaciers on earth. Turquoise glacial lakes abound and vertical granite walls rise thousands of metres into the sky. Our Alpamayo Circuit trek weaves a route through the heart of the mountains, crossing a number of high passes that lead us into valleys with remarkably varied mountain landscapes. The focal point of the trek, the famous Alpamayo pyramid was once voted the most beautiful mountain in the world. Our expedition sees us cross the continental divide and, after a succession of stunning views, finds us camping at the amazing Avalancha Campsite (4,650 m / 15,256 ft) where we look down as avalanches crash from immense fissured glaciers on the flanks of the Conrahierbas massif. As we trek we pass through remote farming communities that greet us with warm hospitality and allows us to gain insights into traditional Quechua Indian ways of life. The trek ends after our final breathtaking pass at 4,850 m and descent to the Ulta valley. This adventure has been designed with acclimatisation in mind and to ensure that the 'work' of trekking is properly rewarded by the satisfaction of being in an incredibly beautiful place!
If you are arriving in Huaraz today you will be transferred from the bus station or airport to your hotel. The rest of the day and evening are at leisure. We plan to have a group briefing before dinner, however this will be subject to all group members arriving during the day – otherwise we will have the briefing tomorrow. Overnight in Huaraz.
We now have two days in Huaraz to explore this stunning region with some day walks—and at an elevation of 3,052 m (10,013 ft), our time spent in Huaraz is crucial to our safe acclimatisation. Huaraz is a scenic town set at the foot of the Cordillera Blanca with views directly up to the highest peak in Peru, Huascarán (6,768 m / 22,205 ft). There is a range of different walking excursions we can make from our base here for a couple of days, and these hikes will be invaluable acclimatisation for our trekking program ahead. As the gateway to the Cordillera Blanca, Huaraz is a bustling tourism hub and also serves as a pick up point for our crew and all supplies and equipment for the trek. On Day 2, we walk to the pre-Inca ruins of Willcahuaín (3,400 m / 11,155 ft) and back to the hotel in a loop walk that will last 4–5 hours, finishing the day with a relaxing soak in the Monterrey hot springs. On Day 3, we make a day trip to Laguna Churup (4,485 m / 14,715 ft), a beautiful glacial lake set at the base of Nevado Churup (5,493 m / 18,022 ft). This is one of the most popular day treks in the Cordillera Blanca and takes around 4–5 hours to complete. The trek to Churup Lake is an excellent training and acclimatisation hike for our upcoming Alpamayo Circuit, and our efforts will be rewarded when we arrive at this stunning turquoise glacial lake. Overnight in Huaraz.
Today we will drive from Huaraz to Hualcayan via Caraz, a trip of around 5 hours including stops. We head north from Huaraz, descending into the vast Callejón de Huaylas valley. We visit the memorial for Yungay, a town that was completely destroyed by the giant avalanche of ice, rock and mud that came down from the flanks of Huascarán during the 1970 earthquake. From here we stop to visit the busy local market in Caraz, before driving along an unpaved road up into the mountains to our first night's campsite at Hualcayan village (2,900 m / 9,514 ft). Overnight at campsite.
Today we set off on a steady, continuous climb, swiftly gaining altitude as we zigzag up to our next camp at Wishcash (4,300 m / 14,108 ft), perched high up the mountainside. From here we have terrific views west across the Callejón de Huaylas to the Cordillera Negra, and at night we can see the twinkling lights of the villages high up in the Cordillera Negra. Overnight at campsite.
Today will be a tough day (8-9 hours' trekking) and our pre trek training will be put to good use as we climb on a generally good zigzagging path to the crystal blue Laguna Cullicocha (4,650 m / 15,256 ft). From here we enjoy a magnificent panorama with the summits of Santa Cruz (6,259 m / 20,535 ft)—Santa Cruz Norte and Santa Cruz Chico—rising steeply at the opposite end of the lake. As we continue our ascent towards our first mountain pass, Osoruri (4,850 m / 15,912 ft; joint-highest point on our trek), our views of the surrounding lakes and peaks get better and better. We descend and climb again to the Vientunan Pass (4,770 m / 15,650 ft) before embarking on a long switch-back descent to the depths of the Quebrada los Cedros valley. We pass the terraced fields surrounding the thatch-roofed crofter's hamlet of Alpamayo and soon after reach our camp at Ruinapampa (4,050 m / 13,287 ft). Overnight at campsite.
This morning we will trek for a few hours on almost flat terrain up the beautiful Cedros valley. On the way we'll see some ruined structures and ancient standing stones. Eventually, the spectacular pyramid form of Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,515 ft) comes into view to the southeast. We then climb up the nearby moraine overlooking the stunning glacial lake of Laguna Jancarurish for close-up views of the Alpamayo and Jancarurish (5,601 m / 18,376 ft) peaks. Alternatively, we may venture to Alpamayo basecamp. Tonight we will camp at Cruze Alpamayo (4,150 m / 13,615 ft). Overnight at campsite.
Today we have a trekking day of around 7 hours, first crossing the Los Cedros River and climb steadily to our next pass, the sometimes-windy Cara Cara (4830 m / 15,846 ft). This is the continental divide; all rivers running west head for the Pacific and those running east eventually reach the Atlantic, via the Amazon. From here, there are great views back to the peaks of Alpamayo, Jancarurish, Quitaraju (6,036 m / 19,803 ft) and the Laguna Jancarurish. We descend to a plateau and spend two hours on an easy traverse to a second, lower pass (Mesapata; 4,500m / 14,764 ft), before dropping to our camp at Safuna in the Quebrada Tayapampa (4,200 m / 13,780 ft). Overnight at campsite.
Again, today's trek will be around 7 hours long, and we start by crossing the Huillca plateau, one of few locations in the Cordillera Blanca where alpacas are found in abundance. We ascend a narrow valley to a rocky pass, Pucajirca (4,600 m / 15,092 ft), from which—weather permitting—we are treated to awesome views of the snowcapped peak of Pucajirca Norte (6,046 m / 19,836 ft). From here we have a short descent on steep scree, but it soon levels out as we continue down a shrub-filled valley flanked by quenual (polylepis) forest. We pass the beautiful tree-fringed Laguna Sactaycocha and continue our descent through rich vegetation to the broad Quebrada Jancapampa valley. We camp near the head of the valley (3,600 m / 11,811 ft); directly behind camp we have views of a huge hanging glacier and waterfalls cascading down a vast horsesh of cliffs hundreds of metres high. A lot of farming families live across the valley, and it is our first opportunity since Huallapa to meet the friendly local people and the curious, happy children who call the valley home. Overnight at campsite.
Today we'll trek past adobe house villages and cultivated fields, climbing first gradually, and then more steeply, to the Tupatupa Pass (4,400 m / 14,436 ft), from where we'll have views of the big peaks of the Pucajirca/Rinrijirca massif to the west. Our trail descends via a small mountain lake (tarn) into the broad Tuctubamba valley that we follow downstream before making a short half-hour climb to our campsite beside Laguna Huecrococha (3,950 m / 12,959 ft). Overnight at campsite.
We flank the north shore of Laguna Huecrococha then begin a long, gentle traverse of the steep, forested Huecrococha valley. At the valley head, the ascent steepens and zigzags to the Alto de Pacaraju Pass (4,650 m / 15,256 ft). At certain times of the year the lupins that cover the hillsides are in flower, and the scent can be intoxicating. From the pass we will have magnificent views of many peaks including the jagged Taulliraju (5,830 m / 19,127 ft), which towers over the pass. A rocky descent brings us to the open Quebrada Huaripampa valley and our camp at Tuctubamba (3,950 m / 12,959 ft). Overnight at campsite.
We spend another night at the same camp to make the most of our incredible mountain surroundings. Today we have the option to take a day walk (5 hour round trip) to the beautiful Punta Union pass (4,760 m / 15,617 ft), from where we look directly down the Santa Cruz valley (the route of the famous Santa Cruz trek), across to the awesome sight of the Pucajirca massif. Directly above us looms the intimidating west face of Taulliraju and, with good weather, we might also see Artesonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft) to the west. Alternatively, you may prefer to spend the day resting around camp. Overnight at campsite.
Today we follow the main Santa Cruz trail down the Huaripampa valley. After 3 hours, we pass through the intensive farmlands of the villages of Huaripampa and then Colcabamba. As we approach Huaripampa, Chacraraju's east summit rises sharply before us to the west. Today we pass many farmhouses and small settlements, and many curious children will come running out to see us. We then climb steadily for another hour to the village of Challhua, before traversing easily to our campsite at Molino Pampa in the Quebrada Keshu (3,600 m / 11,811 ft). Overnight at campsite.
Today's trek is not long, but it offers dramatic scenery and swift elevation gain. We begin with a steady ascent of the Keshu valley, passing through some beautiful ancient quenual (polylepis) forest until we reach a mass of moraine enclosing a glacial lake. At this point the climb steepens as we head up the valley's north side on a zigzag path to the plateau where our high campsite, Avalancha (4,650 m / 15,256 ft) is located. Across the valley from our spectacular campsite there are almost continual avalanches from the glaciers of Contrahierbas (6,037 m / 19,806 ft) crashing into the lake below. After lunch at our camp we'll spend an exciting afternoon avalanche watching! Overnight at campsite.
This morning we ascend for a few hours to a high narrow ledge and on to a dramatic knife-edge mountain pass. This is the last and most spectacular pass of our trek, Punta Yanayacu (4,850 m / 15,912 ft), where Andean Condors nest and are sometimes spotted in flight. From here we also have close views of the dramatic snowcapped peaks of Chopicalqui and Contahierbas. We then have a short zigzag descent into the Cancahua valley below. As we trek past glacial lakes, we are surrounded by towering snowcapped peaks including Contahierbas, the pyramidal Nevado Ulta to the south, and the highest—Huascarán (6,768 m / 22,205 ft) — to the northwest. We complete our trek with a long descent through quenual forest to the beautiful Quebrada Ulta valley, where our private bus will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz. The drive will take around 2 hours. This evening we will enjoy a farewell meal with our fellow trekkers. Overnight in Huaraz.
After breakfast, our trip concludes. If you are flying home today, you will be transferred to the airport or bus station in time for your departure.


Why is the last Sephirot in the Kabbalah tree ( meaning earth ) (mostly now a days) referred to as Malkhut … when in earlier times it was referred to as Shekhinah, that agains refers to the female aspect of god ? or Am I missing something ?
Shekhinah as a feminine aspect is the princess that has fallen, an offspring from the union of Kether and Binah. It's fine as a kabbalistic tale but Malkuth better represents the reality of this mundane sephiroth and the element Earth as it means kingdom. It should not be attached to feminine or masculine aspects of deity.
It is my understanding that the Kabbalah originated in Egypt,and was "acquired" by Judaism.
Ok, Divine.Fascinating topic you've started.My nose is definitely twitching now.Need to do some digging myself.
I'm inclined to agree with the Egyptian origin theories concerning the Kabbalah.
Did some further digging on the origins of the Qabbalah.It still seems to indicate that its origins are Egyptian.The information I came across is scattered and piecemeal;so I didn't think it worthwhile posting links.
Also.The Qabbalah indicates egyptian origins as opposed to the later Hebrew spelling ,Kabbalah.I presume the same applies to Qliphoth/Klippoth.
Sorry I couldn't come up with more.
No I didn't,Divine.Is that the video posted above?Think I'm gonna have to download and watch it.Cheers.
There are some indirect mentions of the Kabbalah in the book of the dead. In the current translation I am reading, when discussing Seth and Horus as opposite archtypes in light and darkness. The book attributes Seth to the left side of god and Horus to the right. Although its not very in-depth, the symbolism is still there.
Also, it mentioned Seth 'riding forth' with his 72 comrades when fighting a war. Fun parallels all around.
I take it your referring to Satan (Seth),and the 72 Goetic Demons,Stapleraindrop?
The Goetia came along a bit later in time, if memory serves correctly.
Ahh...I see.Must admit to not being that familiar with The Book of the Dead.It's on my to do list.However,I can see that Khemetic traditions would serve as a source for later occult philosophies and systems.
Thanks for the link, Divine .I should also add that I've downloaded a pdf of,"The Book of The Dead" translated by E.A.Wallis Budge.


Sloping , rocky uplands , high ridge vistas. Intermittent wetlands and vernal pool. Loop trail. Connects with Erisman Woodlands at northern high border along ridge. Part of large contiguous greenway.
across street from Donald R. Henne Memorial Preserve.


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Burnout Crash Review
Criterion Returns To Crashing
by Bryan Vore on Sep 21, 2011 at 12:00 PM
Reviewed on PlayStation 3
Also on Xbox 360
Developer Criterion Games
Release September 20, 2011
Rating Everyone 10+
Burnout 3: Takedown brought the magic of crash mode to gamers everywhere in 2004. It was unceremoniously stripped away in Burnout Paradise and hasn't been seen again until now.
As if to make up for the absence, Burnout Crash is all crash mode. However, it doesn't work like you remember. This downloadable title trades a high-fidelity street view for a cartoony top-down camera angle. I miss the traditional presentation, but I can see why this decision was made.
In every stage, you drive onto the map and bash into the first car you see. You then trigger Crashbreakers to blow up everything nearby and send your vehicle flying. You can use the analog stick to steer your flaming mass of metal into the path of oncoming traffic, slam into valuable buildings, or do whatever you please.
The presentation bombards you with stimuli similar to a pinball machine. Slot machine noises, explosions, score tallies, the theme song from Cops, immediately annoying voiceovers (like southern guy and surfer dude stereotypes), and more constantly punctuate the experience. All the while, Crash teeters back and forth between exciting and obnoxious.
Crash contains 18 different junctions set in locales like a sunny California beach to a take on the alien-themed Roswell, New Mexico. Each stop contains three challenges to earn high scores and stars on (the latter unlocks new vehicles).
Road Trip tasks you to keep the crashes going without letting more than five cars escape unscathed. If you survive, a stage-ending Super Feature like a tornado or giant asteroid wreaks havoc across the land. Rush Hour gives you 90 seconds to do the most damage, and Pile Up offers a limited amount of cars to crash.
Despite these slight tweaks to the rules, the modes don't feel all that different. After the initial hour or so, I started to feel the repetition setting in. You play the same intersection three times in a row, move on to the next one, play that three times, and so on. It really starts to feel like a grind as you try to plow through all the levels.
Autolog helps turn that around by constantly pitting your scores against your friends' in a manner similar to Pinball FX 2. Crash works much better in smaller bursts as you reclaim the leaderboards and accept and offer official challenges. If you've got a lot of friends to compete against, Crash has a good amount of life in it. Otherwise, single-player doesn't take long to dry up.
Create a puzzle game based solely on Burnout's long-lost crash mode
Crash's top-down view is more Micro Machines than slo-mo twisting metal
A surprising amount of licensed music trades off with obnoxious voiceovers
Driving is only two percent of this game. The rest feels more like a puzzle of destruction
Once you learn the ropes, challenging friends back and forth on the leaderboards is quite addicting
Burnout Crash
PlayStation 3, Xbox 360


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You are NeoX 3000, a droid created by the Dragon Nebula army; one of the most powerful mechanoids ever created. Your purpose is to enter the X Nebula and destroy it's 4 mechanoid guardians in order to infiltrate their defense systems.
The game is laid out as four missions. You will move through these stages one by one fighting off the defences of the X Nebula army until you reach the guardian mechanoid, at which point you must engage in combat. Once each mechanoid is destroyed, you will enter the next mission.
The bar at the top left indicates your health. When you take a hit, you will lose health. If your health is depleted, you will lose a life. If you run out of lives, the game will be over.
The red bar underneath this is the kills bar. Each enemy you manage to kill will add a little to this bar. When this bar fills up, you will recieve an extra life.
In order to play full screen, simply click the maximise button and your monitor's display resolution will automatically be changed in order to play full screen without any slowdown.
Project Nebula was designed around the Medium setting, but since it is a difficult game, an option to play in Easy mode was added for those of you who just can't click that darn fast. There is also a Hard mode for those of you with extreme reflex skills.
For those of you who are used to First Person Shooters, the option to use W,S,A and D for movement as opposed to the arrow keys has been included. You can toggle Arrows or W,S,A,D from the game menu.


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Q: Getting a 404 on angular2/testing I am getting a 404 on angular2/testing as soon as i insert this line into my
spec file.
import {
    iit,
    it,
    inject,
    injectAsync,
    beforeEachProviders,
    fakeAsync,
    tick
} from 'angular2/testing';

This is my code inside body tag in user-tests.html
  <script src="node_modules/systemjs/dist/system.src.js"></script>
  <script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/angular2.dev.js"></script>
  <script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/http.dev.js"></script>
  <script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/router.dev.js"></script>
  <script>
      System.config({
          packages: {
              'app': {defaultExtension: 'js'}
          }
      });
      System.import('app/components/user.spec')
              .then(window.onload)
              .catch(console.error.bind(console));
  </script>

Is there any other packages to install to enable testing in angular 2 ?
I have installed Jamsine-core per angular2 docs.
npm install jasmine-core --save-dev --save-exact

Thanks !

A: When using SystemJS (as per docs), you need to add the bundles seperately. This is necessary for every module : http, router and testing.
In your case you need to add testing.dev.js bundle.
<script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/angular2-polyfills.src.js"></script>
<script src="node_modules/systemjs/dist/system.src.js"></script>
<script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/angular2.dev.js"></script>
<script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/http.dev.js"></script>
<script src="node_modules/angular2/bundles/router.dev.js"></script>
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From "The Cup of Worlds" by Jacelyn "Bali Mojo" Marina
Posted by alexp01 under Excerpt | Tags: association football, fiction, humor, soccer, sports, story, Transylvania, World Cup |
CARL: This is Carl Drake, play-by-play commentator for NBS Broadcasting, coming at you live from the NBS Sports Channel 3's telecast of the Cup of Worlds.
TOM: That's right, Carl. This is Tom Hicks, color commentator for NBS Broadcasting, renewing my objection to the pointlessness of this endeavor while one of the left wings for Transylvania's soccer team writhes in agony and calls for a priest in a futile attempt to get a time-out.
CARL: We've been over this before, Tom, we're to call it "football," not soccer, or NBS will stick us on the Canadian National High School Field Hockey tournament in Calgary.
TOM: That's right, Carl, but I am long past the point of caring on this. "Soccer," a contraction of "Association Football," has just as much of an inalienable etymological right to exist as "football." It's not even an Americanism; they used it in the UK for 50 years before they began to root it out with the zealotry of a Salem witchfinder.
CARL: That may be so, but all the signs say "football" on the field and in the logo of our sponsoring organization, l'Association Mondial pour la Pratique du Football or AMPF.
TOM: That's right Carl, but surely you can't fail to appreciate the perversity inherent in a sport invented in the UK using an affected French name for its governing body, to say nothing of the sport's name remaining untranslated therein. Linguistic perversity does seem to be a particular facet of this girls' game.
CARL: Now Tom, you're not going to tell me that you still hold to that hoary old American stereotype of association football being merely a sport for girls. It's got a large and growing–and passionate–following among Americans of all stripes. In fact, many have predicted that it is finally getting a toehold in our society.
TOM: That's right, Carl, but I for one am sick of the implication that not being as nutty about the sport as the rest of the world is a sign of some sort of innate inferiority. It's a game, and telling someone that they are less of something for preferring a different game is like criticizing someone for not enjoying Super Mario Bros. It's ultimately meaningless, and only the continued AMPF lusting after American dollars keeps it in the conversation at all.
CARL: Maybe we should continue this conversation at a later time, Tom. It looks like Picodegallo is about ready to drop the charade and rejoin the fray now that the referee has ignored his pleas to be administered the Last Rites.
TOM: That's right, Carl. Perhaps we're better off reflecting on the significance of the Cup of Worlds and what it means for the victors.
CARL: It's certainly worth reflecting upon, Tom. As many of our international viewers are already aware, the winner of the Cup of Worlds–be it Transylvania or the People's Republic of Katanga–will gain total control over the world's resources for a year. They will also be granted dominion over the Great Portal, free to invade or demand tribute from any of the scattered realms of the multiverse during their tenure.
TOM: That's right, Carl. They are both lusting after former champion Riograndia, which used the phenomenal cosmic power of the Cup of Worlds to annex large sections of the neighboring Republica Juliana and to set its president-for-life atop the Throne of Skulls.


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Q: How can I view our currently active AWS services that we're actually using? The AWS console just lists every single service that AWS offers.  Is there an easy way to make it just show the services that we're actually currently using?  I don't know why does everything with AWS seem to be far more difficult than it should be.

A: There is no way to show only the services that you are currently using. If AWS doesn't show all the services, how does AWS expect you to know about the new services. just joking.
Honestly, I started exploring the new services only after seeing them on AWS dashboard. If you consider that as an inconvenience, there is nothing you can do about it. But if you are curious to know about the services you are using, then the billing dashboard will list all the services you are using and the charges for it.  For example, to see the services used in June 2017
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MEP for Ireland South and Ireland's Member of the European Parliament's Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE), Sean Kelly, has today highlighted the opportunities for Ireland in the new EU Space Programme and has encouraged Irish scientists to get involved in the initiatives that will be funded under the EU's new Multi-Annual Financial Framework (MFF) 2021-2027.
Speaking in the European Parliament in Brussels this morning (Thursday) at a discussion event that he hosted on the Space Programme in collaboration with science and technology group ISC Intelligence, Mr. Kelly highlighted the importance of the legislation currently being debated in Parliament.
"Space technology is used for a wide range of important initiatives, from communications to monitoring natural disasters and saving lives at sea, and the Commission has recognised this importance by devoting €16 billion to the Space Programme under the new budget", noted Mr. Kelly, leader of Fine Gael in the European Parliament.
"As the Horizon Europe framework on EU science funding is formulated, along with the €650 billion InvestEU fund that I am currently negotiating on behalf of the EPP Group, there are clear opportunities for synergies between various policy areas, and to ensure that the EU is at cutting edge of advances in space technology.
"The new Space Programme will continue to support initiatives that have been successful up to now. €9.7 billion is foreseen for Galileo and EGNOS, the EU's Global and regional satellite navigation systems, and €5.8 billion for Copernicus, the EU's Earth Observation programme. With such resources available there is a real opportunity for Irish scientists to get involved, have important projects funded, and contribute to the development of the EU's leadership in space.
"These initiatives will bring crucial innovation capacity in earth observation and satellite navigation systems, and this will have clear benefits to smaller nations such as Ireland. I was delighted to welcome expert speakers from University College Dublin, Cork Institute of Technology, and Cork's Blackrock Castle Observatory to the European Parliament this morning to discuss the potential for Ireland in the Programme.
"I welcome that the Government is planning to publish a White Paper on the national space strategy very soon. This will be a great help in ensuring that we have the coordination required to continue our progress in space technology.
"I take the view that space has no boundaries: we therefore need to consider how this new programme can support international cooperation to solve global challenges, and indeed how Ireland can play its part", he concluded.


GNA University in association with Yi Students' Net conducted the second and third phase of Clothes distribution in Jalandhar city and Phuglana village respectively. The distribution was done in Andh Ashram and Pingla Ghar in Jalandhar City and Jhuggis of Phuglana Village. The students of GNA University contributed for the noble cause with complete dedication and enthusiasm.


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When I was contacted by Bellydance Japan magazine near the end of 2014, they were looking for dancers to interview for its Spring issue which would feature dances of Iraq, the Gulf region and Iran. I was confident to say there was no better person than Assala to talk about Iraqi dance.
Her workshops exceeded my expectations. She taught us not only the movements and techniques but also put more importance on explanations of the history, the culture and the spirit of the dance. The way she introduced us to the various theories on those topics made me believe she was truly an intelligent person. She did not deny any of the theories while clearly explaining her opinions on them.
We continued chatting and exchanging mails after the interview for the magazine, and the information I collected from her expanded to the point that we both felt it should be shared with a broader community. That was how I came to contact Gilded Serpent.
Unfortunately, now Iraq is one of the most difficult places to visit. Unless one has a friend in or from Iraq, it is not easy for us outsiders to have a correct understanding of the culture. There are myths and misconceptions around and we see Iraqi dance has been transformed into something different from its origin. As Assala says, while understanding and accepting such natural change, we should have knowledge to understand the differences. I am pleased to share the precious information from Assala on Iraqi dance particularly on Kawliya with all the readers.
Could you first tell us your background as well as your original encounter with dance?
I was born and raised up in Basrah City in South of Iraq. Basrah is the Persian-Gulf-side gate of Iraq, a port city with a special heritage of Iraq and Khalij mixed culture.
As I used to tag around my mother who had a wedding business, I was always surrounded by festive dance when I was little. Just like you start speaking without recognizing from what point, in the same way I naturally started dancing.
Since weddings are very important occasions in the lives of Iraqi women, my mother had a special status among the women who needed her skills of making wedding dresses and applying makeup. Our house used to be full of women, mainly young ladies with their female relatives and friends who came for their wedding dresses or Henna night dresses. Henna night is the night before the wedding night. After a bride got her dress, my mother used to go to her house on the wedding night to apply makeup to her, which was the final process of my mother's work.
My mother was engaged in this small business using a big room in our house. There were some Christian women working with her who had great embroidery skills, and a daughter of one of them was my childhood best friend. My mother sometimes went to church with them when there were special occasions. From these experiences, I remembered great harmony among religions in my childhood in Iraq. I feel very sad about today's situation in Iraq that so many Christians and other minorities have to leave their home due to the violence and the wars.
In fact, my mother's work influenced me a lot during my childhood. I grew up among beautiful colours, beautiful fabrics and women dancing during henna nights and weddings. I was always keen to help my mother carrying her things when she went to apply makeup. I was a very dreamy little girl who was very fascinated with the world surrounding me. So I was always the one who stood up and danced in my relatives' weddings, but of course only among women and not in the presence of men.
Was your decision to become a dancer accepted by your family?
Well, dancing on stages as a performer is totally different from dancing among female relatives and friends. Even though my family were not very conservative, it was still hard for them to accept my decision to be a dancer. It is still something they cannot be proud of.
Is dancing popular in Basrah like it is in Egypt?
Yes. Traditional dances and music are very important in Basrah too. As it is a port city where the cultures of various countries flow in, a rich culture of many types of dance flourished. We have Samri dance which originated in Khalij, as well as Hajaa and Chobi dances, and of course Khashaba dance and music. Movements of Zaar dance from Africa are now very well integrated in the Sufi and Ritual dance in Basrah. As well, Hewa/Lewa dance is a unique mixture of Afro and Samri dances, which can be considered a local specialty dance.
Could you tell us about Kawliya which is typically considered by belly dancers to represent Iraqi dance?
The term, "Iraqi dance," covers the whole dance of the country and not only the Iraqi gypsy dance.
To belly dancers, Kawliya is generally known as a name of a dance but actually it is a name of a people. General information we find in research and the media support a theory that the Kawliya are gypsies of Indian origin. However there are other theories that claim they are the indigenous people of old Iraq (Mesopotamia). There are no proven theories of their origin and we Iraqis call them the "Puzzle of Iraq".
I'm planning to soon publish the results of my own research on these theories. Please refer to it to find out more about the origin of the Kawliya people and the meaning of the name. It will also contain findings about an interesting relationship between Kawliya dance moves and the ancient ritual dance of Ishtar and Innana worshipping which is aimed to affect and influence the universe and life on earth through its dance moves.
What is the situation of the Kawliya people in Iraqi society?
Most of them now live in the city of el Diwanya, to the south of Baghdad, in an area totally isolated from the rest of Iraq that has no electricity or drinkable water. After the collapse of Saddam Hussein's regime, many fanatic Muslim groups attacked the Kawliya [offsite link]. Many Kawliya were killed or forced to flee the country. Most of those who fled are now working in Syria, in Jordan and in the Gulf States.
Although most other Iraqi minorities have their own representatives to claim their rights in the Iraqi Parliament, unfortunately there is no party or person to represent the Kawliya. Therefore the persecution of the Kawliya throughout Iraq is ignored by government and society.
Women are highly appreciated in Kawliya families because they are the breadwinners for the whole families. They work as dancers, singers and sometimes even as prostitutes for survival of their families. So the Iraqis look down upon these women and generally consider the Kawliya as the underclass of the Iraqi society. Therefore most of the Kawliya deny or hide their origin.
Can Kawliya dancing still be seen in Iraq?
They were seen in all parts of festivities in Iraq until ten years ago. However, the political situation I mentioned before affected and influenced the dance a lot. It has almost disappeared from the villages of the Kawliya people. Those who couldn't leave Iraq live in horrible conditions now working mostly as beggars with their children.
Due to this situation and the change of music and dance trends towards modern ones, now the Kawliya are hired for dancing mainly at countryside festivities, especially for weddings. As city people prefer modern live music for their weddings and entertainment, the only places you will find the Kawliya in big cities are in lower class hotels and nightclubs where they play Kawliya music.
What is Kawliya music like?
It is important to note that while a Kawliya style exists, there is no such thing as a Kawliya song.
They don't have their own written language either. Some Iraqi researchers mentioned that in the old times the Kawliya people had had a kind of mixed language from Indian, Turkish and Arabic roots. However, it still raises many questions. Where is this language now? Any ethnic group that has adopted another language still keeps some songs of its own language. Bedtime lullabies are usually good examples. They are passed down by word of mouth from generation to generation. In the case of the Kawliya people however, it seems as if somebody had deleted their language from their memory. It is very important to remember that they marry only within the group, so there is no mixed or cross culture in a family. As a result, it should be natural for children to use their mother language in such environment.
The Kawliya people sing with the Iraqi dialect, use the Iraqi Rhythms and the Iraqi Maqamat in their Iraqi music but in their own style, full of joy combined with sadness.
They sing the best Mawal and are very famous for countryside style songs. That is why TV and media call female gypsy singers and dancers "Banat el Rief", which means "daughters of the countryside", in order to avoid the term el Kawliya at the same time. Incidentally, the Kawliya people are Muslim and do not have other religions in Iraq.
I personally love the songs of the "Iraqi Gypsy Queen" by Sajda Obaid. Her songs are full of burning rhythms and passion. I also like songs by Hossam el Rassam. He is not a gypsy but some of his songs are sung in the style.
What are traditional costumes of Kawliya dance?
If the theory that relates their origin to India is true, then it seems they have adopted themselves to Iraq to the point of losing their roots. We have never seen them wearing their own traditional dance costumes; instead they wear traditional Iraqi ones.
You may see them in modern evening dresses at nightclubs, at hotels or in commercial video clips, which are now their main opportunities for performing. Wearing such modern dresses is actually unusual though. Unfortunately, foreign dancers usually only see such video clips, therefore they copy such costumes and other dancers then copy the copied costumes.
So the whole world now has this misconception that Iraqi dance should be danced in evening dresses.
I've noticed you always wear unique costumes that are different from evening dresses and also from the so-called belly dance costumes. Are they traditional Iraqi ones?
In Iraq, we never wear the badlah, the Egyptian-Hollywood style costume. My costumes are traditional ones inspired by the styles seen in various parts of Iraq. As I used to see traditional costumes through my mother's work in my childhood, it still influences my costume design. I feel I can dance more freely in such costumes with more fabric and colors. In the old days when people used to make their own costumes, their main focus in design was to express their identity and heritage. Therefore those traditional costumes are a great source of inspiration to me.
Designing costumes is another opportunity to apply creativity to my dance. I think every dancer should have freedom to dance in costumes that enhance their art expression.
Assala's Video -"Intro to Iraqi costumes"
Are there any other misconceptions regarding Kawliya dance besides the costumes?
It was mainly Russian dancers who popularized the use of evening dresses. They have also created and promoted to the world a new style of Kawliya dance with a balletic concept.
However, ballet steps and movements are against its philosophy. This is because connection with the earth is an essential element of Kawliya dance, having its roots in Ishtar and Innana worshipping rituals.
Rather, the Iraqi gypsy dance is strongly connected to the ancient Mesopotamia. So it looks natural, powerful, raw, sacred and trancelike. The feet are connected to the ground and the head connects to heaven but both are also connected to and supporting each other. There is no isolation or tension when doing the moves, the energy is fluid and not blocked in any part of the body. Rather, each part in the body is connecting with each other and working towards the ground. To dance the Iraqi music is about dancing people stories, feelings, experiences and culture, so this adds to the dance's more exotic expressions and gestures.
So it is not about right or wrong. It is natural for anyone to create their own fusion if they don't have a chance to have direct contact with the culture of a certain dance. Dance is affected by globalization like everything else in life.
People leave their countries to work abroad, the world has gotten so close through the new technology and various ways of connections and communication. All these changes lead to produce something new or a mix of traditional and modernity in all aspects of life including dance.
So it is good that we understand and accept these changes and we should be able to explain this to our students.
I personally respect their hard work. The audience loves and appreciates their shows. However, I just worry about the fact that the dance is gaining a completely new look and going far away from its roots. I believe these dancers have great passion for the Kawliya dance and that's why I hope they delve further into its original tradition and spirit.
I really advise dancers not to make the dance as a head-and-hair-spinning-sensation. The Kawliya dance is much more than that.
We often see dancing with daggers. Are they traditional props of Kawliya dance?
Daggers belong to traditional Iraqi dance from the ancient time in which they were used to symbolize the pride and the strength of the tribe. The Kawliya have also integrated it in their repertoire. As well, it is true that daggers were very familiar items in their daily life as many of them worked as blacksmiths in the old days.
Dagger dance of today was inspired by the same traditional dance. Though it was the Kawliya who spread dagger dance in various parts of Iraq, the first Iraqi dancer who danced it on stage was Hanna Abdallah, a pioneer dancer from the Iraqi national dance troop. She is still a living legend and is devoting her whole life to conserve Iraqi folkloric dance and pass it on as well to the new generation in and outside of Iraq. I really appreciate her cooperation with the young Iraqi dancer Mohanned Hawaz in Sweden and his company consisting of non-Iraqi dancers.
El Hisscha is an Iraqi rhythm from the south of Iraq. It was because Mrs. Hanna Abdellah danced with daggers to the rhythm of el Hisscha that people started calling it el Hisscha dance.
Dagger dance is mostly danced to the Hajaa rhythm. The second dancer who presented dagger dance but with a Hajaa song was a famous Iraqi dancer, Melayeen. She is known in Iraq as a gypsy dancer but I was not surprised when she denied it or avoided talking about it in all her interviews, because nobody wants to be discriminated against as being a Kawliya. I started including the dagger dance in all my performances around the world inspired by this old tradition and these two wonderful dancers. I used to decorate my daggers with flowers to show that the theme is not about being aggressive on the stage.
I've heard the frequently seen gesture of dancers stabbing themselves means "Love me or I will kill myself." Is it a correct interpretation?
I think it is a personal interpretation of some viewers and is never the meaning of the dance. The Kawliya suffer a lot from rejection and isolation, and being treated as low class so the dancers use the daggers to express their anger and sadness.
We see similar steps that are in both Kawliya dance and Khaliji dance. What is the relation of the two?
As one of the most notable characteristics of gypsies is to incorporate various local cultures while travelling, they have integrated some Khaliji steps into their dance. That is why Kawliya dance has some Khaliji steps, especially from Samri dance of Basrah.
Is there a similarity between Kawliya dance and belly dance?
Yes, there are some similar movements in both dances. But the energy and the bodywork of those movements are completely different.
You have been teaching around the world. What would you like to achieve through this?
I would like to share my knowledge and present the dance in its authentic form to other dancers all over the world and to draw bigger attention to the issue of the Kawliya people in Iraq.
I have learned a lot from different parts of the world I visited. I enjoyed listening to other dancers' stories and how dance changed their life or enriched their life, I am always touched by the deep connection between the dancers and I when we dance together. It is not only that they admire me, I admire them as well very much. I appreciate their passion, love and devotion for the dance and I met many amazing and heroic women around the world.
A native of Iraq who was surrounded by festive dance in her childhood, Assala gives us valuable information about traditional dance in Iraq, in particular Kawliya dance. Her research found that Kawliya dance is related to the ancient Ishtar and Inanna worshipping rituals. While recently it is less seen in Iraq due to the persecution of Kawliya people, it continues to gain popularity outside of the country, although in a new style. While appreciating this new style, Assala stresses the importance of knowledge over authentic style and its background. She continues to share her knowledge through workshops in various countries and also runs her own school in Switzerland.
elder Japanese may still disapprove of the sensual aspect of belly dance, but among the younger generation it is seen as cool and trendy.
In October 2008 Surreyya and Nyla traveled to Japan for	a cultural dance exchange and performances with Zoi of Japan.
Surreyya interviewed Zoi while there for the benefit of Gilded Serpent readers.


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Local community arts market and fair! Over 1000 people attended last time and we're hoping for more this year.
A great opportunity for artisans to increase their networks and to sell their work to a vibrantly creative community.
Local artist stalls, live bands, dance groups, food trucks and fairy lights all in 3 hours!