Day Hiking Tour - "A perfect taste of Nepal hiking"
Champadevi is situated at an altitude of 2285 m south - west of Kathmandu. It is a pilgrimage site having a Buddhist stupa and a Hindu shrine commands many pilgrims visit this place on full moon day.
Across Himalaya Tours, offers a private day hiking to Champadevi.
Early Morning, after breakfast at Hotel, we drive 16 kms south of Kathmandu for about an hour to a place called Pharping (on the way to Dakshinkali Temple) with packed lunch box. From Pharping we start our hiking gradually up for about half an hour along trail toward the north ridge and through pine forested area.
From here we continue hiking gradually up following the trail for about another 3 hours to CHAMPADEVI. The view of central and western Himalayan Range are magnificent. After lunch and strolling around from sometime, we hike down following the same trail to Pharping for about 2 hours and Drive back to Kahmandu.
Go hike Champa Devi hill! You can do it!
The walking in Nepali hills can be strenuous at some point but its always enjoyable and fun. The beautiful scenery and nature is always wonderful, making it a great walking experience in Nepal.
When to go hike up there!
These walks can be done through out the year as all the season has its own charm. Summer and monsoon is the time of lush and green surrounding, spring is very beautiful with many flowers in bloom including the rhododendrons and the birds that are so active as this is their breeding season. Autumn and winters are, wonderful with clear sky & great views.
06:45 am our tour guide will assists you at your hotel and take a drive to pharping a small village which is 16km away from the valley.
07:30 am sightseeing of the pharping village and 3 hrs hikes to the small hilltop named champadevi. On the way one can enjoy the different landscapes with the varieties of plants as well as birds.
12:00 pm top of the hill is enshrined with a sacred place where locals perform their rituals on auspicious days. Leaving the summit the trail descends steeply down to the village of Champa Devi, though dense forest that is rich in bird's and wildlife.
02:30 pm from Champadevi, you will return via the historic town of Kirtipur and university area.
04:00 pm drive back to Kathmandu valley and transfer to hotel.


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Full Mission Analysis elements?
I am trying to complete a full trajectory design and analysis for a low thrust interplanetary mission to Mars. Right now, computing optimal trajectories from Earth to Mars for a number of dates and other such parameters is complete. I can compile these into a low-thrust "porkchop" plot easy enough. My question is, what other elements do I need to consider for the trajectory design in order for this to be considered a "full" analysis? For example, off the top of my head I can think of, launch c3's, arrival c3's, time of flight constraints, power constraints. Out from those is there any crucial elements I am missing?
Edit I thought of another. I am currently approximating the 2-D case, so obviously for a "full" analysis, I will need to increase the case to 3-D.
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$\begingroup$ You might consider adding a "duty cycle" parameter to the low-thrust system. If you compute a trajectory assuming the system is thrusting 100% of the time, then any interrupton of thrusting, no matter how temporary, causes falling off of that trajectory. Trajectories used by NASA low-thrust missions so far, such as Dawn (see dawn-mission.org/mission/Dawn_overview.pdf), always include mission margin to allow for unexpected loss of on-thrust time, and an additional duty cycle (~95%) to allow a few hrs/week for such things as telecom sessions. $\endgroup$ – Tom Spilker Jul 28 '18 at 18:04
$\begingroup$ Could you tell what exacltly phases of your mission use low-thrust propulsion? (Earth-depart acceleration, trans-martian acceleration, Mars orbit insertion, Mars orbit lowering) $\endgroup$ – Heopps Jul 30 '18 at 12:41
$\begingroup$ Right now I am considering all phases, though if the project gets unwieldy as a result I'll more than likely change that $\endgroup$ – Harvey Rael Jul 30 '18 at 12:53
You've taken on a daunting—but not impossible!—task. There are a lot of aspects and issues to be addressed before a mission analyst would look at your work and say, "Yes, this trajectory is actually flyable."
There are a couple of good reference books available, such as Jim Wertz's Space Mission Analysis and Design, and David Vallado's Fundamentals of Astrodynamics and Applications. The most recent editions of these books are really expensive (hundreds of US dollars—bleah!) but older editions can cost a lot less and would probably be fine for your purposes.
Since you're working in the inner solar system I will assume that the low-thrust propulsion system you're using is a solar electric propulsion (SEP) system. One characteristic of low-thrust trajectories is that the trajectory design and the spacecraft design are joined at the hip: relatively minor increases in spacecraft mass can make a trajectory unflyable without changes in the SEP system design.
You've already identified the 3-D aspect of the problem. Doing it 2-D, it might appear that you could launch from Earth to, say, Venus, at any time, and arrive ~1/2 orbit later, with a launch C3 that varies a little but not hugely. But once you go to the full 3-D treatment you quickly see that Venus's orbit inclination with respect to the ecliptic makes a huge difference in the timing, duration, and C3 of launch windows. The same is true for Mars and the other planets.
Other seemingly minor aspects of solar system dynamics can wind up having big effects on an interplanetary trajectory. One important example is small forces, which come in a variety of flavors, including solar light pressure, radiation pressure from hot components like RTGs or the backs of solar arrays, reaction forces due to asymmetrical outgassing of spacecraft components or propellant/pressurant leaks, and gravitational accelerations due to other massive solar system bodies, like the moon, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn (I assume you're already handling the sun, Earth, and Mars!).
Solar light pressure is truly significant. If your spacecraft is similar to the Dawn spacecraft, running 90 mN of thrust on ~1,000 kg mass, its propulsive acceleration is ~$9\times {10^{-5}} m/{s^{2}}$ (of course varying as remaining propellant mass decreases). At 1 AU, solar light pressure on an area of one square meter, assuming no reflection at all, is ~$4.5\times {10^{-6}}$ N (~$4.5 \mu$N). Dawn's 36.4 $m^{2}$ of solar arrays would produce ~160 $\mu$N of force if perfectly absorbing, which they're not. That 160 $\mu$N is about 0.2% of the SEP system's propulsive force, and that is significant. Partially reflective arrays will produce even greater force. And as if that isn't headache enough, if the arrays aren't pointed exactly at the sun the reflection will produce a component of force not aligned with the direction from the sun. A full mission analysis must include light pressure effects!
When the spacecraft isn't near the moon, Earth, or Mars, after the sun Jupiter is the Big Dog of the solar system in terms of gravitational effects. When Venus is as close to Earth as it can get, its gravitational acceleration at Earth is still only ~2/3 that of Jupiter at its closest, and most of the time it's much less than that. Saturn's maximum is ~1/10 of Venus's maximum, Uranus's is ~4% of Saturn's, and Neptune's is ~half of Uranus's. At its nearest to Earth, Jupiter's gravitational acceleration at Earth is ~$3\times {10^{-10}} m/{s^{2}}$, a factor of ~1/300,000 of the propulsive acceleration — small, but for long flight times it becomes important.
There are multiple SEP-related issues.
For a SEP system heliocentric distance becomes an issue. Sunlight intensity falls off as 1/$r^{2}$ so the output of solar arrays falls off as well. If you design the power system to supply full power to the SEP thruster at 1 AU, decreasing as heliocentric distance increases, the thrust produced will decrease too, and the specific impulse will probably decrease as well. The thruster's power table would give those power/thrust/specific-impulse curves.
This brings up another point: hardware-specific SEP mission designs. Real SEP hardware has characteristics such as the power table just mentioned. If you assume a theoretical thruster with an Isp that doesn't vary with power you might be in for some criticism: "No real SEP system behaves like that."
One way around that is to design the system such that the thruster runs at full power even at the largest heliocentric distance. But this means that the arrays will be larger and heavier, and at 1 AU you'll be way over-designed, so you'll either need the added mass of shunt radiators to dump the excess power, or let the arrays heat up. Going to Mars it might be worth it. Going to Jupiter? Almost certainly not.
Mission designs always include margins for everything performance-related. Margins on the amount of electric power required and produced. Margins on the mass of propellant required. Margins on the thrust produced. To echo my comment from a few days ago: "You might consider adding a "duty cycle" parameter to the low-thrust system. If you compute a trajectory assuming the system is thrusting 100% of the time, then any interrupton of thrusting, no matter how temporary, causes falling off of that trajectory. Trajectories used by NASA low-thrust missions so far, such as Dawn (see dawn-mission.org/mission/Dawn_overview.pdf), always include mission margin to allow for unexpected loss of on-thrust time, and an additional duty cycle (~95%) to allow a few hrs/week for such things as telecom sessions."
I can't claim that this answer is complete. That would take a book! (Like the references I gave above) I haven't discussed the secondary propulsion system (an RCS/attitude-control system) and trajectory perturbations it can cause, the interplanetary magnetic field and its effects requiring use of the secondary propulsion system, propellant requirements (and margins!) for that system, just to name a few. But this should give you a feel for the task, and the references (or other references other folks might recommend) can fill in the holes.
If you get this to work, I can only begin to imagine the sense of satisfaction and accomplishment you'll get from it! They pay people at JPL big bucks to do this kind of work. Good luck!
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$\begingroup$ This was an excellent answer Tom! I understand the nature of the question was vaguer than is usually liked on Stack, so I understand there's a limit to the info you can provide, but given that, you have done more than exceeds expectations! I knew the trajectory was a major focus, but I wanted a feel for the other things that go into a "Mission Analysis". Again, thank you for the answer that is absolutely what I was looking for, and I will let you know how I get on! $\endgroup$ – Harvey Rael Jul 30 '18 at 12:10
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Commonwealth 2010 games
New Delhi is cherished with pride to host the Commonwealth Games 2010.This time we Indians got a chance to organize Commonwealth 2010 games. We are extremely cherished with the joy that we won the bid for organizing Commonwealth games and it will held in the capital city of Delhi. Commonwealth games involves a group of best nations and also there best athletes. This types of games are organized to make mutual understanding more stronger between nations. The Commonwealth gives opportunity to create an atmosphere of economic co-operation between member nations, as well as the promotion of democracy, human rights, and good governance in those nations. India`s various culture which is a mixture of traditional and modern will definately make games special.
The common wealth is a multi sport event held every 4 years. It is the biggest sports events to ever be held in the country. In Commonwealth games you can see sports activities like Aquatics, Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Bowls, Boxing, Cycling, Gymnastics, Hockey, Ne tball, Rugby 7s, Shooting, Squash, Table Tennis, Tennis, Wrestling , Weightlifting are all meant to bring the countries together to strengthen the relationships. The Commonwealth 2010 games held in India between 3rd October to 14th October 2010. The opening ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi. New Delhi is preparing itself for commonwealth games by planning to improve its urban infrastructure as well as its sporting facilities.
Hosting sports events like this brings business opportunity and also feels prestigious achievement resulting in opportunities for economic profit, global media exposure and also urban regeneration. The total budget estimated for hosting the Commonwealth 2010 games is US$ 1.6 billion and the amount excludes non sports related infrastructure development in the city like roads, airports and other structures. This makes the 2010 Commonwealth Games as the most expensive Commonwealth Games ever.
As in the words of Indian sports minister Suresh Kalmadi, "The colour, costumes, the traditions and heritage will be world class, the public will be welcoming and friendly and the flair of India is what will make the next Games really unique."
By keeping in mind to show world best Commonwealth 2010 games, New Delhi is working very hard to achieve its following goals :
1) Stimulate economic growth and development.
2) Improve city infrastructure.
3) Efforts to make Delhi 'world-class'.
4) Improving transport system.
5) New Stadiums and renovation of existing stadiums.
6) Increase in roads and flyovers.
7) Increase in a number of hotels.
8) Asiad Village, and much more.
In the upcoming commonwealth games 71 nations will be host teams in 17 sports. The list of countries is given below: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda,Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Cameroon, Canada, Cayman Islands, Cook Islands,Cyprus, Dominica, England, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guernsey,Guyana, India, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Jersey, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, New Zealand, Nigeria, Niue, Northern Ireland, Norfolk Island , Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Saint Helena, Saint Kittsand Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Scotland, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tokelau , Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda ,Vanuatu, Wales, Zambia.
Venues for Commonwealth Games are : Venues should be located near the Games Village at an average distance of 10-15 km which can be travelled easily.All these venues along with the Games Village are to be inter-connected with each other by high quality roads and metro rail network.
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium : Here Opening and Closing ceremony will be held.This stadium will host athletics, lawn bowls and weightlifting events in the coming Commonwealth Games.
Indira Gandhi Stadium : This stadium is to be used for Cycling, Archery,Gymnastics and Wrestling events of the Commonwealth Games.
Dhyan Chand National Stadium : Hockey.
Siri Fort Sports Complex : Squash and badminton.
Talkatora Indoor Stadium : Boxing.
Tyagraja Sports Complex : Host netball event for 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Yamuna Sports Complex : Host Table Tennis for 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range : Shooting
Delhi University Sports Complex : Rugby 7s
R.K. Khanna Tennis complex : Tennis
Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukharjee Swimming Complex : Aquatics
The time table for commonwealth games is given below :- OP - Opening Ceremonies and CL - Closing Ceremonies
In recent years sports events become more important among youths as well as old, They came forward to take parts to give full support to their nation team and encourage them to win. Today`s people become more enthu for such type of activity. The people also gave support to other nation teams which helps other nation to come closer in bringing nations strength. Sports attracts a large number of tourists to host city, which gave arose in investment and also boost tourism. The prospects of international travelers and tourists who will come to India during the period is already keeping India tourism and hospitality industry at its higher. Commonwealth Games 2010 are also being seen as a good opportunity for promoting India Tours among international tourists. India travel agents made special tour packages relating to Commonwealth Games 2010. The 2010 Games also presents an opportunity for India to showcase itself as a sporting and cultural nation and economic power. We think commonwealth Delhi surely makes history towards its success.
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802.3at Power over Ethernet: High-impact Technology - What You Need to Know: Definitions, Adoptions, Impact, Benefits, Maturity, Vendors
Publisher: Emereo Publishing Release date: 2012-10-24
Power over Ethernet or PoE technology describes a system to pass electrical power safely, along with data, on Ethernet cabling. The IEEE standard for PoE requires category 5 cable or higher for high power levels, but can operate with category 3 cable for low power levels. Power is supplied in common mode over two or more of the differential pairs of wires found in the Ethernet cables and comes fro… m a power supply within a PoE-enabled networking device such as an Ethernet switch or can be injected into a cable run with a midspan power supply. This book is your ultimate resource for 802.3at Power over Ethernet. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, analysis, background and everything you need to know. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about 802.3at Power over Ethernet right away, covering: Power over Ethernet, Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Media Independent Interface, 10/100, 10/100/1000, 100 Gigabit Ethernet, 100BaseVG, 10BASE-FB, 10BASE-FL, 10BASE2, 10BASE5, 10BROAD36, 10 Gigabit Ethernet Alliance, 10PASS-TS, 2BASE-TL, 5-4-3 rule, Apple Attachment Unit Interface, ARP spoofing, ATA over Ethernet, Attachment Unit Interface, Audio over Ethernet, Audio Video Bridging, Autonegotiation, Bridging (networking), CAM Table, Carrier sense multiple access with collision detection, Channel capture effect, Chipcom, Ciena Optical Multiservice Edge 6500, Connection-oriented Ethernet, Data center bridging, Digital Ethernet Local Network Interconnect, Distributed Multi-Link Trunking, Distributed Split Multi-Link Trunking, Duplex mismatch, Dynamic Trunking Protocol, Energy Efficient Ethernet, EtherChannel, Etherdrive, Ethernet Alliance, Ethernet Automatic Protection Switching, Ethernet Exchange, Ethernet extender, Ethernet flow control, Ethernet frame, Ethernet hub, Ethernet in the first mile, Ethernet Operations, Administration, and Maintenance, Ethernet over coax, Ethernet over PDH, Ethernet over PDH over SONET/SDH, Ethernet over SDH, Ethernet physical layer, Ethernet Private Line, Ethernet Ring Protection Switching, Ethernet Virtual Private Line, EtherType, Exponential backoff, Fast Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet, General Purpose Serial Interface, Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Media Independent Interface, GigE vision, HyperSCSI, Intelligent Resilient Framework, Interframe gap, InterSwitch Trunk, ISCSI, ISCSI Boot Firmware Table, G.8262, Laser bridge, Late collision, LattisNet, Link aggregation, List of deployed WiMAX networks, Local collision, Long Reach Ethernet, MAC flooding, MC LAG, Media Independent Interface, Medium Attachment Unit, Medium dependent interface, Metro Ethernet, Microwave Bypass, Modular connector, Multi-link trunking, Network segment, Network switch, New API, Nintendo GameCube Broadband Adapter and Modem Adapter, Packet switch, Physical Medium Dependent, PME Aggregation Function, Port Aggregation Protocol, Power sourcing equipment, PROFIenergy, Programmable ethernet switching, R-SMLT, RASPPPoE, Reduced Gigabit Media Independent Interface, Reduced Media Independent Interface, Remote collision, Road to 100G, Serial Gigabit Media Independent Interface, Split multi-link trunking, Stackable switch, StarLAN, Synchronous Ethernet, Terabit Ethernet, TIA/EIA-568, Transparent LAN Service, UETS/EFR (Universal Ethernet Telecommunications Service/Ethernet Fabric Routing), Very High Density Cable Interconnect, Virtual Link Aggregation Control Protocol, Virtual security switch, VLAN Trunking Protocol, Wake-on-LAN, WiBro, WiMAX, XAUI, Xelerated, XSBI, Networking hardware, 110 block, 5526 AMS, AAL1gator, AMD Lance Am7990...and much moreThis book explains in-depth the real drivers and workings of 802.3at Power over Ethernet. It reduces the risk of your technology, time and resources investment decisions by enabling you to compare your understanding of 802.3at Power over Ethernet with the objectivity of experienced professionals.
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Supercupa României la handbal feminin 2020–2021 a fost a 11-a ediție a competiției de handbal feminin românesc, organizată de Federația Română de Handbal (FRH) cu începere din 2007. Ediția 2020–2021 s-a desfășurat pe 29 august 2021, de la ora 15:30, în Sala Polivalentă "Danubius" din Brăila.

Pe 1 iunie 2021, Consiliul de Administrație al FRH a decis ca Supercupa să coincidă cu finala Cupei României, adică învingătoarea din finala Cupei să devină automat și câștigătoarea Supercupei, fără să se mai organizeze un meci în acest scop. SCM Gloria Buzău, învingătoarea din finala Cupei României, și-a adjudecat astfel și Supercupa României.

Televizări
Partida a fost transmisă în direct de canalul 1 al Televiziunii Române și difuzată online și pe platforma de streaming a FRH, tv.frh.ro.

Echipe participante
Regulamentul de desfășurare a competiției preciza că în Supercupă se vor înfrunta câștigătoarele celor două semifinale ale Cupei României 2019-2020. Acestea au fost SCM Gloria Buzău și CSM București.

Dată
Data desfășurării finalei Cupei României, care a coincis cu Supercupa României, a fost anunțată pe 29 iunie 2021.

Spre deosebire de întrecerea feminină, întrecerea masculină s-a desfășurat separat de turneul Cupei României. Competiția a fost găzduită de Sala Polivalentă din Alexandria, pe 25 august.

Bilete
Biletele s-au pus în vânzare online, dar au putut fi cumpărate și de la casieriile sălilor de sport în zilele de competiție. Spectatorii au fost supuși unui control epidemiologic înainte de intrarea în sală.

Partidă
Partida a fost condusă de perechea de arbitri Bogdan Stark (din București) și Romeo Ștefan (din Ploiești).

Statistici

Clasamentul marcatoarelor
Actualizat pe 29 august 2021

Referințe

Handbal în Brăila
Edițiile Supercupei României la handbal feminin
2021 în handbal

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Huawei Intent-Driven Network Solution Takes Home "GNTC Innovation Award"
[Nanjing, China, November 22, 2018] Huawei recently shared the latest developments on its innovative Intent-Driven Network (IDN) offerings and highlighted the IDN-based Cloud-Network Convergence Solution at the Global Network Technology Conference (GNTC) 2018, one of the largest network technology events across the globe. Huawei IDN solution has won the prestigious GNTC Innovation Award for its IDN architecture and scenario-specific innovations. The award is a testament to Huawei's long-lasting technological innovations and business practices in the network sector.
With the growing use of innovative technologies such as 5G, cloud computing, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), a fully connected, intelligent world is fast approaching. In particular, network connections are growing explosively, and emerging services like Virtual Reality (VR) and 4K/8K video are imposing more stringent requirements on network experience. The existing telecom networks, however, fail to meet the demands of these trends because of issues such as cloud-network separation, inefficient new-service provisioning, and difficult management of distributed telco cloud networks. As such, network architecture innovations are urgently needed to support fast service growth.
In response, Huawei has announced its IDN solution, which helps operators cope with a series of architectural challenges and re-architect the telecom networks based on systematic architecture paradigms. By building a digital world between physical networks and business intent, Huawei IDN empowers operators to transform their past discrete network architectures into user experience-centric ones. Huawei IDN creates digital twins of physical networks to effectively manage each user and each service. It can detect user experience in real time based on big data and AI technologies and continuously optimize physical networks. Additionally, Huawei IDN can accurately understand business intent on the basis of which network deployment is automated for rapid rollout of new services.
Huawei IDN-based Cloud-Network Convergence Solution, ideal for business scenarios requiring cloud-network convergence, closes the chasm between the cloud and network. It effectively accommodates network automation and intelligence needed for various telco cloud services. This solution helps global operators build an intelligent, simplified, ultra-broadband, open, and secure telco cloud network to maximize business value.
Huawei IDN has repeatedly proved its value in multiple business scenarios, such as premium broadband, IP MAN, data center, and 5G transport. Through the NetCity joint innovation mechanism, Huawei has launched 25 IDN joint innovations with world-leading operators, enterprises, and industry players, and achieved rapid rollout of innovative solutions in DevOps mode. All of these efforts help customers improve business-operating efficiency and reap more business value. Looking ahead, Huawei is well-positioned to constantly innovate solutions and to build a fully connected, intelligent world together with global operators.


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A stakeholder-driven framework for measuring potential change in the health risks of people who inject drugs (PWID) during the COVID-19 pandemic
Heather Bradley, Chelsea Austin, Sean T. Allen, Alice Asher, Tyler S. Bartholomew, Amy Board, Annick Borquez, Kate Buchacz, Anastasia Carter, Hannah L.F. Cooper, Judith Feinberg, Nathan Furukawa, Becky Genberg, Pamina M. Gorbach, Holly Hagan, Emalie Huriaux, Hermione Hurley, Nicole Luisi, Natasha K. Martin, Eli S. RosenbergSteffanie A. Strathdee, Don C.Des Jarlais
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Background: People who inject drugs (PWID) have likely borne disproportionate health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. PWID experienced both interruptions and changes to drug supply and delivery modes of harm reduction, treatment, and other medical services, leading to potentially increased risks for HIV, hepatitis C virus (HCV), and overdose. Given surveillance and research disruptions, proximal, indirect indicators of infectious diseases and overdose should be developed for timely measurement of health effects of the pandemic on PWID. Methods: We used group concept mapping and a systems thinking approach to produce an expert stakeholder-generated, multi-level framework for monitoring changes in PWID health outcomes potentially attributable to COVID-19 in the U.S. This socio-ecological measurement framework elucidates proximal and distal contributors to infectious disease and overdose outcomes, many of which can be measured using existing data sources. Results: The framework includes multi-level components including policy considerations, drug supply/distribution systems, the service delivery landscape, network factors, and individual characteristics such as mental and general health status and service utilization. These components are generally mediated by substance use and sexual behavioral factors to cause changes in incidence of HIV, HCV, sexually transmitted infections, wound/skin infections, and overdose. Conclusion: This measurement framework is intended to increase the quality and timeliness of research on the impacts of COVID-19 in the context of the current pandemic and future crises. Next steps include a ranking process to narrow the drivers of change in health risks to a concise set of indicators that adequately represent framework components, can be written as measurable indicators, and are quantifiable using existing data sources, as well as a publicly available web-based platform for summary data contributions.
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Bradley, H., Austin, C., Allen, S. T., Asher, A., Bartholomew, T. S., Board, A., Borquez, A., Buchacz, K., Carter, A., Cooper, H. L. F., Feinberg, J., Furukawa, N., Genberg, B., Gorbach, P. M., Hagan, H., Huriaux, E., Hurley, H., Luisi, N., Martin, N. K., ... Jarlais, D. C. D. (2022). A stakeholder-driven framework for measuring potential change in the health risks of people who inject drugs (PWID) during the COVID-19 pandemic. International Journal of Drug Policy, 110, [103889]. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889
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In: International Journal of Drug Policy, Vol. 110, 103889, 12.2022.
Bradley, H, Austin, C, Allen, ST, Asher, A, Bartholomew, TS, Board, A, Borquez, A, Buchacz, K, Carter, A, Cooper, HLF, Feinberg, J, Furukawa, N, Genberg, B, Gorbach, PM, Hagan, H, Huriaux, E, Hurley, H, Luisi, N, Martin, NK, Rosenberg, ES, Strathdee, SA & Jarlais, DCD 2022, 'A stakeholder-driven framework for measuring potential change in the health risks of people who inject drugs (PWID) during the COVID-19 pandemic', International Journal of Drug Policy, vol. 110, 103889. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889
Bradley H, Austin C, Allen ST, Asher A, Bartholomew TS, Board A et al. A stakeholder-driven framework for measuring potential change in the health risks of people who inject drugs (PWID) during the COVID-19 pandemic. International Journal of Drug Policy. 2022 Dec;110:103889. doi: 10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889
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abstract = "Background: People who inject drugs (PWID) have likely borne disproportionate health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. PWID experienced both interruptions and changes to drug supply and delivery modes of harm reduction, treatment, and other medical services, leading to potentially increased risks for HIV, hepatitis C virus (HCV), and overdose. Given surveillance and research disruptions, proximal, indirect indicators of infectious diseases and overdose should be developed for timely measurement of health effects of the pandemic on PWID. Methods: We used group concept mapping and a systems thinking approach to produce an expert stakeholder-generated, multi-level framework for monitoring changes in PWID health outcomes potentially attributable to COVID-19 in the U.S. This socio-ecological measurement framework elucidates proximal and distal contributors to infectious disease and overdose outcomes, many of which can be measured using existing data sources. Results: The framework includes multi-level components including policy considerations, drug supply/distribution systems, the service delivery landscape, network factors, and individual characteristics such as mental and general health status and service utilization. These components are generally mediated by substance use and sexual behavioral factors to cause changes in incidence of HIV, HCV, sexually transmitted infections, wound/skin infections, and overdose. Conclusion: This measurement framework is intended to increase the quality and timeliness of research on the impacts of COVID-19 in the context of the current pandemic and future crises. Next steps include a ranking process to narrow the drivers of change in health risks to a concise set of indicators that adequately represent framework components, can be written as measurable indicators, and are quantifiable using existing data sources, as well as a publicly available web-based platform for summary data contributions.",
keywords = "COVID-19, HIV, Hepatitis C, Overdose, People who inject drugs",
author = "Heather Bradley and Chelsea Austin and Allen, {Sean T.} and Alice Asher and Bartholomew, {Tyler S.} and Amy Board and Annick Borquez and Kate Buchacz and Anastasia Carter and Cooper, {Hannah L.F.} and Judith Feinberg and Nathan Furukawa and Becky Genberg and Gorbach, {Pamina M.} and Holly Hagan and Emalie Huriaux and Hermione Hurley and Nicole Luisi and Martin, {Natasha K.} and Rosenberg, {Eli S.} and Strathdee, {Steffanie A.} and Jarlais, {Don C.Des}",
note = "Funding Information: This research received funding from the following sources. Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2022",
doi = "10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889",
journal = "International Journal of Drug Policy",
T1 - A stakeholder-driven framework for measuring potential change in the health risks of people who inject drugs (PWID) during the COVID-19 pandemic
AU - Bradley, Heather
AU - Austin, Chelsea
AU - Allen, Sean T.
AU - Asher, Alice
AU - Bartholomew, Tyler S.
AU - Board, Amy
AU - Borquez, Annick
AU - Buchacz, Kate
AU - Carter, Anastasia
AU - Cooper, Hannah L.F.
AU - Feinberg, Judith
AU - Furukawa, Nathan
AU - Genberg, Becky
AU - Gorbach, Pamina M.
AU - Hagan, Holly
AU - Huriaux, Emalie
AU - Hurley, Hermione
AU - Luisi, Nicole
AU - Martin, Natasha K.
AU - Rosenberg, Eli S.
AU - Strathdee, Steffanie A.
AU - Jarlais, Don C.Des
N1 - Funding Information: This research received funding from the following sources. Publisher Copyright: © 2022
N2 - Background: People who inject drugs (PWID) have likely borne disproportionate health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. PWID experienced both interruptions and changes to drug supply and delivery modes of harm reduction, treatment, and other medical services, leading to potentially increased risks for HIV, hepatitis C virus (HCV), and overdose. Given surveillance and research disruptions, proximal, indirect indicators of infectious diseases and overdose should be developed for timely measurement of health effects of the pandemic on PWID. Methods: We used group concept mapping and a systems thinking approach to produce an expert stakeholder-generated, multi-level framework for monitoring changes in PWID health outcomes potentially attributable to COVID-19 in the U.S. This socio-ecological measurement framework elucidates proximal and distal contributors to infectious disease and overdose outcomes, many of which can be measured using existing data sources. Results: The framework includes multi-level components including policy considerations, drug supply/distribution systems, the service delivery landscape, network factors, and individual characteristics such as mental and general health status and service utilization. These components are generally mediated by substance use and sexual behavioral factors to cause changes in incidence of HIV, HCV, sexually transmitted infections, wound/skin infections, and overdose. Conclusion: This measurement framework is intended to increase the quality and timeliness of research on the impacts of COVID-19 in the context of the current pandemic and future crises. Next steps include a ranking process to narrow the drivers of change in health risks to a concise set of indicators that adequately represent framework components, can be written as measurable indicators, and are quantifiable using existing data sources, as well as a publicly available web-based platform for summary data contributions.
AB - Background: People who inject drugs (PWID) have likely borne disproportionate health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. PWID experienced both interruptions and changes to drug supply and delivery modes of harm reduction, treatment, and other medical services, leading to potentially increased risks for HIV, hepatitis C virus (HCV), and overdose. Given surveillance and research disruptions, proximal, indirect indicators of infectious diseases and overdose should be developed for timely measurement of health effects of the pandemic on PWID. Methods: We used group concept mapping and a systems thinking approach to produce an expert stakeholder-generated, multi-level framework for monitoring changes in PWID health outcomes potentially attributable to COVID-19 in the U.S. This socio-ecological measurement framework elucidates proximal and distal contributors to infectious disease and overdose outcomes, many of which can be measured using existing data sources. Results: The framework includes multi-level components including policy considerations, drug supply/distribution systems, the service delivery landscape, network factors, and individual characteristics such as mental and general health status and service utilization. These components are generally mediated by substance use and sexual behavioral factors to cause changes in incidence of HIV, HCV, sexually transmitted infections, wound/skin infections, and overdose. Conclusion: This measurement framework is intended to increase the quality and timeliness of research on the impacts of COVID-19 in the context of the current pandemic and future crises. Next steps include a ranking process to narrow the drivers of change in health risks to a concise set of indicators that adequately represent framework components, can be written as measurable indicators, and are quantifiable using existing data sources, as well as a publicly available web-based platform for summary data contributions.
KW - Hepatitis C
KW - Overdose
KW - People who inject drugs
U2 - 10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889
DO - 10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103889
JO - International Journal of Drug Policy
JF - International Journal of Drug Policy


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Preview: Chester v Pools
The Deva Stadium is home to Chester
We turn our attentions to the weekend with a full and in-depth preview of Saturday's trip to the Deva Stadium.
Chester v Hartlepool United
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Chester slipped eight points adrift of safety with a damaging home defeat to Guiseley on Boxing Day and boss Marcus Bignot has insisted they must "find any way" to beat Pools this weekend.
The 1-0 reverse against The Lions followed a 4-0 thumping at FC Halifax Town last Saturday and it leaves them sitting 22nd in the National League table.
They have won just four times in the league this season and only Solihull Moors have conceded more goals so Bignot will hope they can show resilience during the second half of 2017/18.
Star Man
Chester fans will be hoping top scorer Ross Hannah can shake off a foot injury which forced his early substitution on Boxing Day in time to face Pools this weekend.
The front man has hit the net six times so far this season, including their last league goal in the 1-0 win over Solihull Moors three weeks ago.
If he proves his fitness in time for Saturday then Pools will need to keep a close eye on the 31-year-old who has scored goals wherever he's gone during his career.
Chester: DLWWLL
Pools: DLWLLD
Having reformed in 2010 this weekend's game is technically only the second between the two clubs following the 1-1 draw at Victoria Park in August.
However, there had been 101 previous meetings between Pools and Chester City, with the Blues enjoying 44 victories in comparison to Pools' 34.
There hasn't been a home victory in this fixture in the last six encounters – the last arriving in December 1998 when Stuart Brightwell's 'golden goal' saw Pools through 2-1 in the FL Trophy.
Our most recent visit to the Deva Stadium saw us beaten 2-1 in October 2006 on a night when Jon Daly saw red for an alleged elbow on City defender Dave Artell – it was later rescinded on appeal.
Paul Marsden will take charge of his first-ever Pools game this weekend when he's the man in the middle for our visit to Chester.
The official is in his first season as a National League referee and has so far overseen nine fixtures during the 2017/18 campaign.
Marsden's most recent appointment came earlier this month when he presided over Dagenham & Redbridge's 1-0 win at Barrow.
Former Pools star Billy Paynter will be alongside Mark Simpson to provide live commentary of Saturday's game against Chester on Pools PlayerHD.
So if you can't make it to the Deva Stadium then make sure you log-on to hear Paynter's thoughts on the action as it progresses this weekend.
Click here for more information on joining Pools PlayerHD.
Pools fans will be able to buy their tickets on the turnstiles prior to kick-off at the Deva Stadium on Saturday.
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Chester 19/10
Pools 7/5
Draw 12/5


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Muslim group started "Meet-a-Muslim Monday" Series online
(Thursday, October 11, 2018) 11:58
An American Muslim advocacy group has launched a new social media series that portrays American Muslims, hoping to counter rising Islamophobia.
The Center of Mosque Studies - "I'm hoping that they will see Muslims as humans," said John Janney, the executive director for the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, NBC DFW reported.
The videos are created in North Texas, starring people from across the area.
"As-Salaam-Alaikum, my name is Hammad Fazlani. I was born in New York in 1997," said Fazlani, the first to be featured.
He's lived in Plano for 12 years and will soon be a UT-Dallas graduate.
"I've always enjoyed playing sports. Basketball, football, sand volleyball. Sand specifically, because not sand kind of hurts," the software engineer said.
Fazlani's video debuted on CAIR-DFW's Facebook Page on Oct. 1. A new one was unveiled Monday, Oct. 8.
"I'm Zara Khan. I'm an American Muslim and I'm also a writer," said Khan, who stars in the second installment.
She studies classical Arabic in Arlington, but she has other passions too.
"Over the summer I worked as a youth reporter at WUNC, North Carolina Public Radio which is an affiliation with NPR," Khan said.
A new civil rights report from CAIR showed a 15 percent spike in anti-Muslim hate crimes from 2016 to 2017.
Fifteen percent of cases happened in Texas. Janney hopes the new videos will change this atmosphere.
"It's all about breaking down those barriers. It's all about showing community members individually for the diverse group of people that we are," he said.
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UNICEF condemns use of children as human bombs in Nigeria's North-East
•UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Peter Hawkins
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) on Monday condemned the use of children as human bombs and in any combat or non-combat roles in the conflict in North-East Nigeria.
"According to several reports, three children – two girls and a boy (ages unknown) – were used to detonate explosives that killed 30 people and injured 40 others at a community football viewing centre in Konduga, Borno today. UNICEF sends its condolences to all those who have been killed or injured in this horrific incident.
"It is unacceptable that children should be used in this way," UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, Peter Hawkins, said in a statement.
He further said: "UNICEF appeals to all those involved in this terrible conflict to protect children at all times and to keep them out of harm's way.
"This incident brings the number of children who have been reported as having been used as human bombs to five, since January 2019. In 2018, 48 children - including 38 girls - were used in suicide attacks.
"We again call on all parties to the conflict in north-east Nigeria to immediately cease all attacks against civilians, to stop using children in this conflict, and to abide by their obligations under international humanitarian law."
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Album Review: Matthew Hunkins – "Feed Duh Flames" LP
Posted in Album, Alternative, Careers, EDM, Electronic, Emo, Experimental, Funk, Fusion, Hard Rock, Indie, Metal, Music Review, Press Release, Rock	by Artist Reach, LLC
Coming out the gate in 2017 as a solo artist and subsequent to playing in a vast array of bands over many years, California-based musician/producer Matthew Hunkins has been wearing many musical hats and continues to prove that he's a standout of his calibre with his most recent album Feed Duh Flames.
Matt's raw talent and authenticity really shines through on this record. Delving into a signature sound that is clever and formulaic, his multi-genre approach is not only effective but also fresh as well. Opening title track "Feed Duh Flames" is a brilliantly crafted song with several components of rock, indie and even experimental vibes that get you comfortably acquainted with Matt's very versatile techniques. Strategically implementing melodies that are both flavorful and ambitious, his solid mid-to-high range vocals really set the bar high for the rest of the record and keep you focused on the multi-layered detail tracks like this have.
Another highlight on this album is the funky-edged and charismatic banger "Eye Got My Mask On," an insatiably upbeat track that will definitely heighten your intrigue upon first listen. It also continues to effectively explore many facets of Matt's songwriting skills. With this record having many twists and turns with its multifaceted genre bends, guitar-driven track "Eye Ma Dope" is a visceral heavy banger with all the down tuned guitar chugs you could ask for. This song is especially effective when it comes to highlighting Matt's vocal approach; he keeps clear consistency throughout each track's execution but also tailors his vocals to suit the stylization each song requires at that given time. It definitely shines light on several angles of his musicianship factors and his ear for detail really solidifies this album's production value as well.
There's something for everyone on this record and those of you who have a true knack for music theory will find themselves absolutely indulging in every aspect of this album from start to finish. If you are well acquainted with Matthew Hunkins, you'll definitely find this album raising the bar for the rising artist. If this is your first time hearing him, then prepare to become a lifelong fan because you'll be blown away by just how cleverly executed Feed Duh Flames really is. The album is currently available on Matt's official website and Twitter. You'll thank us later for recommending it.
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I usually tell people I am from Maine within the first five minutes of meeting. Even after spending over a decade in California, I consider myself a Mainer and think back often to my childhood home in Augusta and the surrounding area. The people, woods, ocean, and mountains have strongly influenced the way I live my life and view the world. I am frugal, still wear Bean Boots, and salute the lobster.
During a visit to the Common Ground Fair, an annual harvest celebration organized by the Maine Organic Farmers and Growers Association, I first encountered the work of Christina Lannan. The fair has been promoting sustainable agriculture and local artisans since the 1970's and attracts over 55,000 attendees over its three day run to the small isolated town of Freedom. Christina's company, Madder Root creates organic kitchen linens locally made just up I-95 in Old Town. Her designs of Maine marine life, flora and fauna, and the understated objects of farm life take me back to times in my aunt's kitchen on the coast or trudging through the snowy woods.
I was not able to catch up with Christina in Maine but still wanted to tell the story of a talented woman making a creative food related business work in the state where she was raised. The photos for this post are thanks to Michael York and Madder Root. Her products are for sale on Etsy.
Owner- which means I design, sew, print, and take out the trash.
Where did you find inspiration to start your company and why in Maine?
My grandmother had these great linen tea towels with calendars on them that I loved to use baking. When they wore out I had the idea to create replacements. My family is from Maine and when my husband and I settled down and started a family we knew it had to be here.
A lot of my inspiration comes from the time I spend outside. I am always sketching new designs.
Did you/do you have a mentor?
One of my best friends is also a printmaker and a huge inspiration for me. Every time we get together for tea I come home excited to try something new.
Any advice for working mothers?
Try to make time for the other things in life. This is something I struggle with. Working from home I can see the laundry when I'm working and the unanswered emails when I am trying to be just "mum" I'm getting better at separating the two but I still find myself having to leave the house to get away from work.
Easy going. I love items with a history and character so I'm drawn to vintage and antique finds but I want to use things. There is no point in having a beautiful quilt that never sees the light of day or a vintage cookie cutter that doesn't get to cut cookies anymore.
Hmmmmm how about best part of a meal. I love that we are in Brussel sprout season. We eat them a couple of times a week. Simply sauteed with a little butter and then tossed with some local extra dark maple syrup and a dash of hot chili pepper.
My mum and I have always made bread together. I got my love for baking from her. I remember loaf pans of bread rising beside the wood stove in the winter and that first taste of warm bread from the oven being magical.


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It's like cheering for the shark in Jaws"- WWE Hall of Famer recalls iconic match against Stone Cold Steve Austin
Bret Hart vs. Stone Cold is one of the fiercest rivalries in the history of WWE, and one that peaked at WrestleMania 13. The Hitman recently shared his thoughts on the match, talking about its legendary finish.
The Super Bowl of the wrestling world in 1997 saw Bret Hart take on Stone Cold Steve Austin in a No Disqualification Submission Match with UFC fighter Ken Shamrock as the special guest referee. The match is famous for its "double turn" as Bret Hart and Steve Austin swapped their face-heel alignment by the conclusion of the match.
Talking about the match on the CBC Radio's Q Podcast, The Hitman stated that it was one of the most fun WWE matches of his career:
"It's such a beautiful match, really. I can say it was one of the easiest, most fun matches I ever had. Which if you watch it, you go, 'Geez, it's one of the most violent and tense…It's a very serious match. And it was just so much fun for me to play the part. And Stone Cold was in his prime,"- Bret said. (H/T- wrestlinginc)
"I would say in thinking of that match that there's nothing in there that you would want to take out. Like, every move is so intense and powerful. It adds – one move adds to the next move. It's this constant building of the story. And the shifting of where a good guy can go too far. And the bad guy – it's like cheering for the shark in Jaws. It's just not gonna happen. But by the end of the movie, you're cheering for the shark. And the shark doesn't quite pull it off and becomes a hero,"- Hart added.
Bret Hart & Stone Cold Steve Austin engaged in one of WWE's hottest feuds in 1997.
24 years ago today:
Bret Hart and stone cold Steve Austin battled at wrestlemania 13. One of the greatest in ring stories ever told. This match single-handedly created the attitude era. Steve became the top Babyface in the world. The turning point that the WWF desperately needed pic.twitter.com/sWG2LuC59V
— Samster203 サミー・カラフ (@KhalafSammy) March 23, 2021
There are few rivalries in WWE history that are more memorable and crucial than the one between Bret Hart and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Both characters' ideologies were so radically contrasted that it resulted in an intense feud that changed the course of WWE.
The dust-up between the two started after Stone Cold won the 1996 King of the Ring tournament and began taunting Hart, so he would accept Austin's challenge to a match. The duo first faced off at WWE Survivor Series, where The Hitman came out on top.
The rivalry reignited at the Royal Rumble in 1997 after the pair were the final two contestants left in the Battle Royal match. The Texas Rattle Snake then went on to cost WWE Hall of Famer his title after interfering in the match between him and Psycho Sid.
The rivalry finally culminated at WrestleMania in what is considered to be one of the greatest matches in the event's history. Although the match was won by the five-time WWF champion, it was Stone Cold who won the hearts.


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Schitt's Creek S06 E03: Everything we Know
The Canadian sitcom, 'Schitt's Creek' returned this year again with its sixth season premiere airing on January 7, 2020. This Canadian sitcom has been extensively praised for its writing and the performance of its actors. One thing that viewers particularly enjoy about the show is that it doesn't try too hard.
Basically, the show does not attempt to be anything other than a regular sitcom. It does not rely on profanity or any form of complex comedic techniques to derive its humor from. Yet, it manages to stay fresh throughout and delightfully charming.
The series revolves around a multi-millionaire, Johnny Rose who loses all his fortune due to a fraud committed by his business manager. This forces him to sell his lavish property and move with his family to a small village called Schitt's Creek. Johnny had bought the entire village as a gag gift and is now forced to stay in a motel there since he has no possessions.
His elitist family, comprising of his wife and two equally privileged adult children- David and Alexis try to settle into the quaint town. This is where the show derives most of its humour from and the family's interactions with the villagers and their coming to terms with the relatively "poor" life is hilarious.
Schitt's Creek Season 6 Episode 3 Release Date: When Does it Premiere?
The third episode of the sixth season of 'Schitt's Creek' will premiere on January 21, 2020 at 9/8c on Pop TV. The episode is titled 'The Job Interview' and returns one week after the season's second episode premiered on January 14, 2020. The show follows a weekly format with new episodes being aired every Tuesday.
Where to Stream Schitt's Creek Season 6 Episode 3 Online?
You can watch the third episode of the sixth season of 'Schitt's Creek' by tuning into Pop TV during the time slot mentioned above. Otherwise, you can also catch it on Pop TV website or the Pop Now app if you have a valid cable provider's login.
Other than that, FuboTV, Direct TV, YouTube TV or Hulu With Live TV also offer live TV subscriptions allowing one to watch 'Schitt's Creek' online. However, if you are willing to wait till the entire season finishes, you can watch the episode on Netflix as it uploads newer seasons of 'Schitt's Creek' once it has finished airing completely.
Schitt's Creek Season 6 Episode 2 Recap:
Moira is perhaps the funniest character in 'Schitt's Creek.' Her dialogues are a riot and the way she deals with things is pretentious but almost wishfully relatable. One of the favourite Moira moments on the show was when she tried to deal with an Internet review which called her an irrelevant actress.
In the second episode of the sixth season, Moira takes Alexis' help to use the positive buzz on social media for her movie to her advantage. This, obviously, turns out to be quite hysterical.
On the other hand, David gets embarrassed by a resurfacing issue that he dealt with during his childhood. Patrick acts understanding and empathetic towards him, but it only makes things worse. Meanwhile, Johnny, Roland and Stevie go to a nearby motel for a viewing.


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COP21 Week One: 5 Best New Developments from Paris
Time flies! We're already wrapping up the first week at the Paris UN Climate Conference (COP21). Talks out at Le Bourget, the COP21 conference site, have gone on way past midnight, and the report is that there's been some progress on negotiating the details of the text before Ministers arrive over the weekend. From people taking to the streets around the world, to businesses pledging investments in renewables, to the classic, dare we say, très bien taste of a fresh Parisian croissant, here's our top six sweet steps forward this week:
1. Largest Ever People's Climate March
That's right— the coolest thing about Paris didn't even happen in Paris. Last year, the 2014 People's Climate March caught the attention of delegates, leaders, politicians and business leaders around the world when 400,000 people marched the streets of New York City. This year, despite the tragic events in Paris that caused their march to be cancelled, the Global Climate March counted 785,000 people participating in 2,300 actions and events across 175 countries! And when COP21 started, delegates were presented a 3.6 million-signature-strong Avaaz petition pushing for a transition to 100% clean energy by 2050.
This record level of people power has made all the difference between the UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen (COP20), and this year's COP21 in Paris— where the climate movement is being felt by policy makers and negotiators.
2. Largest Gathering of Heads of State, Ever
See a trend here? We're talking about scale, and momentum. When a UN Climate Conference draws the largest gathering of heads of state to date, it means there is the political will to do something real and lasting. They're here because of climate change, and they're concerned because we've voiced our demands for action louder and clearer than ever. As Bill McKibben told us, now that we've got them in the room, we have to keep the pressure up more than ever.
3. Divest Movement Tops $3.4 trillion
Another superlative milestone to add to the list: 350.org announced at COP21 that the global divestment movement jumped nearly $1 trillion since September to include over 500 institutions representing a new record $3.4 trillion. That's a huge commitment from cities, public institutions, private companies and more to rid their portfolios of investments in fossil fuels— sending oil interests a clear message that business as usual is coming to an end.
4. Businesses Making Strong Commitments
Businesses have shifted from being obstacles of change to actors and facilitators of a transformative clean energy and low carbon future. They are making commitments to cut emissions and invest in renewables consistent with the kind of commitments countries are making, instituting internal carbon taxes and inspiring fans to take part and take action. What can we say? We're working hard to do our part, and it feels pretty darn good.
5. Rethinking 2 Degrees Celsius
The Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) represent a major move in the right direction: 150 nations, representing 95% of global emissions, pledging to reduce their levels of carbon pollution. But even as the pledges are totaled, and found to be short of what's needed to keep warming below 2ºC, those most vulnerable are stepping up to propose an even more ambitious long term goal of 1.5ºC. These developing and small island nations are already facing the worst impacts of climate change, and are standing up for right to exist.
6. BONUS! Parisian Croissants Really Are the Best
Paris is pretty amazing in and of itself: the people, the architecture, the joie de vivre is simply unlike anywhere else. But the pastry? That's simply next-level. Stuffed with savory 'jambon fromage', sweet 'chocolat pistache', or just plain and buttery, there's a bit of revelation in every croissant we've tasted. Ask us next week if we're gotten tired of the food here— you can bet it'll be a resounding, "non!"
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Politico: In Austin, Obama predicts Texas will be a swing state
From Politco 7/18:
When Barack Obama asserted Tuesday that Texas will be a swing state "soon," he was echoing the belief, commonly held among Democrats, that the state's changing demographics make the transition from red to blue inevitable.
Howard Dean was so confident of it that in his 2009 farewell speech as DNC chairman he said he could "guarantee" that Texas would vote for Obama in 2012.
While that prediction is likely to be pretty far off the mark in November — and perhaps for a few more years to come — if the demographic trendlines continue in the same direction, it's only a matter of time before the GOP's 38-electoral-vote presidential cornerstone slips from its grasp.
Before Republicans scoff at Obama's prediction, I would direct them to peruse my June column in TEXAS MONTHLY that featured an interview with Republican state party chairman Steve Munisteri, in which he told me that he considers Texas a swing state, not a red state. The reason, of course, is demographics. The Republican base is aging. The average age of the party's donors is 70. The average age of the 18,000 GOP state convention delegates was 58. The factory that makes white folks has been mothballed.
The 2010 census foretold the future: Hispanics accounted for 65% of the state's 25 million new residents over the decade 2000-2010. The anglo population increased by just 4.2%. If Republicans are to continue their dominance of Texas politics, they must improve their outreach to Hispanic Texans, which was nonexistent before Munisteri became party chairman.
But there are factors that militate against Obama's prediction becoming true. One is that, unlike Hispanics in other southwestern states, Texas Hispanics do not vote in large numbers. Why this is so remains a mystery. But this is not true in California or New Mexico or Colorado. While Democrats dream of a "brown wave" sweeping over the state some day, the fact is that many Texas Hispanics embrace what might be considered, in today's politics, Republican values of faith, family, and patriotism. In short, I agree in part with Obama's prediction, and I disagree in part. What I agree with is that Texas is destined to evolve into a swing state. What I disagree with is that it will happen soon. Perhaps by 2020.
https://www.texasmonthly.com/burka-blog/politico-in-austin-obama-predicts-texas-will-be-a-swing-state/?utm_source=texasmonthly.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=sharebutton


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My sugar coated life...: Let's make browned butter!
Ok, so I'm pretty late to the browned butter party but over the past few years I've seen the term creep up now and again and it's usually accompanied by the sentence 'life changing' so I figure it's a must try.
It's very simple to make and I *urge* you to try it once. Browning your butter brings out a caramelly-nutty flavour that you can't get any other way. It adds a new dimension to your standard butter flavour and changes the flavour of your baking with one simple substitute.
You can use browned butter in any recipe and just swap the normal butter for the browned version. Once made, you can keep it in your fridge for as long as you can keep the standard butter (so don't forget to check the date on the pack!) but it's simple to make in small quantities so I just make it as I need it.
I used my usual unsalted butter brand but I did find it quite cloudy compared to photos I've seen online so I might try it next time with another brand to see how I get on. I browned 150g of butter (a tablespoon over 1/2 a cup) and used it to make some cookie cups I hope to share next week!
It's advisable to use a pale colour pan to melt your butter in so you can see the granules browning as you go but I don't have one so I used a pale colour spatula and just kept checking the colour by pulling it through. This is a job you need full attention for so don't wander off and do something else or you'll burn your lovely butter!
1. Melt butter on a medium to high heat and bring it up to a slow simmer. Keep stirring/whisking with a spatula or whisk. Your melted butter will go foamy (this is the water evaporating so don't worry, just keep whisking!) and after 5mins or so the foaming should start to disappear allowing you to see the little granules at the bottom of the pan.
2. Keep stirring and you'll start to see the little granules turn a pale brown colour. At this point you need to keep an eye on them and wait until they turn a nice golden brown colour - the smell of the browning butter will start to turn nutty and you'll see the change as well as smell it.
3. As soon as they look nice and uniformly brown remove from the heat and keep stirring to cool it down. I let my butter cool to room temp before using in my cookie recipe or else my cookies would have spread too much.
And there you have it! Look at that gloriously golden butter - I can't wait to try it in more recipes but for now I made some yummy cookie cups so stay tuned and I'll share the recipe next week.


My downstairs neighbor is listening to salsa music right now. It is very uncharacteristic of him. He usually listens to heavy metal.
It is good he is opening up his horizons. The music makes me want to dance, but unfortunately I don't really know how to salsa dance. You can't really dance salsa alone either.
Brownies are one of my favorite treats. When I go to bakeries, I often get brownies instead of a fancy tart or cupcake. It's simple, but usually very delicious.
I have posted many brownie recipes on this blog. Some of my brownie posts are flourless chocolate brownies, Cream Cheese Brownies, Mississippi Mud Caramel Brownies, Brownies with Peanut Butter Chips and Peanut Butter Frosting, Peanut Butter Cookie Brookies, Knock You Naked Brownies, and Brownies with Peanut Butter Chocolate Ganache. What a repertoire!
These brownies were pretty simple. I made an easy batch of chocolate chip cookie dough and used a box mix for the brownies. The chocolate chip cookie recipe came from all recipes.com. I only made half of the recipe. I had cookie dough left over too.
I have made this cookie recipe before. The recipe is entitled best chocolate chip cookies. With such name, you know they have to be good. From personal experience, I can vouch for its title.
The cookie ingredients are 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips.
For the brownie batter, I used a 18.9 ounce brownie mix. The box required 1/4 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 1 egg.
I first made the cookie batter. I beat together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar for a few minutes.
I beat in the egg for a couple of minutes. I then beat in the vanilla extract.
I mixed in the flour, baking soda, and walt.
I stirred in the chocolate chips. Yum! I set the batter aside while I prepared the brownie batter.
I added the brownie mix, water, oil and egg into a bowl and mixed well.
I poured the batter into a nine inch square baking dish that I lined with foil and greased well.
I scooped on generous portions of cookie dough dough all over the top of the brownie batter.
I baked the brownies at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes. I checked to make such the center wasn't raw. I like an undercooked brownie but not a gloppy brownie.
I let the brownies cool completely before removing them from the pan and cutting the cookies into small squares.
The brownies were rich and chocolaty. The brownies were chewy and dense.
The cookies were buttery and golden.
The edges became caramelized in the oven, but the center remained fudge like.
They were sweet and toothsome.
I shared them with friends, and everyone enjoyed them. They were simple and homey but also scrumptious.
Thank you for your comment on my blog. This recipe looks yummy. I have a similar one with peanut butter cookies, but I am excited to try these. Funny enough I noticed you live in Washington D.C., but are from Utah. I currently live in Utah but am from the Washington D.C. area!


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In Canada's (Justin-Time) Trudeau has only just announced that Canadians who'd gone off and joined IS must be welcomed back – and that anyone who voices a problem with that will be brought up on charges of – yup: "Islamophobia".
Sweden's first "feminist" government(!) has just officially accepted Shari'a Law. We warned about that as well, and Sweden is the role model for, and forerunner to what Merkel has in store for Germany.
In Cologne this very month, visitors to the Christmas Markets will find themselves jostling shoulder to shoulder with about as many heavily armed and suited police security personnel as there are Happy-Winterfest-Shoppers.
Don't tell me this is bumming anyone out, okay,, spare me. I've – we've – been tirelessly warning and sharing warnings on this, prognoses, urgent wake-up calls, factual current and background data on this for three years running now. We've posted past and current historical perpectives to give concrete suggestions that people might want to take what Islamisation and mass unvetted assimimlation-hostile Muslim flooding of the West really is about seriously, and rewire their own thinking, their own instinct to react.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer engaged in a fiery war of words over returning ISIS fighters.
The survey — "conducted by the Nézőpont Institute in Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia" — shows that these countries' leaders are working contrary to the will of the people.
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Mr Trudeau has just resolved the confusion over the definition of the term "Islamophobia" as it is used in Motion M-103. Obviously, the term sees the criticism of policies that call for the punishment of Islamic war criminals as being beyond the Canadian pale. If you can't even talk about this common sense policy then it would seem that all things Islamic are taboo. Thanks for clearing that up Mr. Prime Minister.


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News Round Up 9 December 2019 – 24 days to 1 January 2020
by Sulphur2020 | Dec 9, 2019 | Uncategorized | 0 comments
Shipping Watch: Container rates soar ahead of 2020
Container rates increased 9 percent last week, show data from the SCFI. Jefferies says scrubber retrofits and new bunker surcharges inflate rates, while SeaIntelligence Consulting CEO Lars Jensen mainly sees effects tied to preparations up to 2020. More https://shippingwatch.com/secure/carriers/Container/article11795129.ece (subscription needed)
Maritime Executive: Nautilus: Mariners Risk Criminal Charges for IMO2020 Noncompliance
Mariners' union Nautilus International is concerned that the new IMO 2020 sulfur regulations could lead to criminal penalties for officers in the event of non-compliance, and it has called on vessel operators to ensure high levels of training and preparation in advance of the impending switchover. More https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/nautilus-mariners-risk-criminal-charges-for-imo2020-noncompliance
Tradewinds: Problems with global sulphur cap still linger, Greece warns
Greece, one of the most influential voices in the IMO, has warned that shipping is not yet ready for the global 0.5% sulphur cap, which is set to take effect next month. "A month before the implementation, availability, compatibility, safety and quality issues of the new fuels have not been resolved yet," Greek Shipping Minister Yiannis Plakiotakis said at the 19th Navigator Conference.
https://www.tradewindsnews.com/regulation/problems-with-global-sulphur-cap-still-linger-greece-warns/2-1-715972
Safety4Sea: The second SAFETY4SEA Singapore Forum was successfully concluded on Wednesday 14th of November 2019 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Center, Singapore, attracting 250 delegates from 120 organizations.
Mr. Nick Makar, Senior Vice President, Maritime Administration / Regulatory Affairs, International Registries (Far East) Limited discussed the existing regulatory framework for the enforcement of air emission standards under MARPOL Annex VI, and looked at the various measures incorporated into national maritime policies for achieving 2020 compliance. Watch the presentation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKJ0LOqwcqA&feature=youtu.be
Hong Kong Daily News – full article below http://www.shippingazette.com/:
Maersk to sack 200 in face of 25pc fuel price hike result of UN edict
THE world's biggest shipping company, AP Moller-Maersk, will lay off some 200 people to cut costs as it faces a 25 per cent higher fuel costs because of a United Nations mandate to cut sulphur emissions, reports the Wall Street Journal.
"We have announced internally the need to save cost in our head office functions and that it will also lead to reductions both in and outside Denmark," a Maersk spokesman said.
Sources say jobs will be cut at the company's headquarters in Copenhagen and at Hamburg Sud, the German container operator that Maersk bought in 2017.
Maersk is to focus more end-to-end logistics, warehousing and customs clearance. "Maersk needs to build up our non-ocean services and this will affect ocean services," one person familiar with the plan said.
This source said there are overlaps in jobs at the information technology department following the merger with Hamburg Sud, which originally saw its workforce cut by 200 people to around 900 after Maersk's takeover.
Maersk employs 75,000 people in more than 120 countries. The parent company this month reported a net profit of US$520 million in the third quarter, up 30 per cent year on year.
Ship and Bunker – 3 articles:
IMO 2020 the "Perfect Storm" for Litigators
The new cap will put a lot more focus on what has happened to the bunkers onboard, says Hill Dickinson Partner, Beth Bradley. Read in Full https://shipandbunker.com/news/world/256137-imo-2020-the-perfect-storm-for-litigators
IMO2020 Fuel Switch 'Done by December 10'
Shipowner expects distillate demand to be buoyand over short term. Read in Full
https://shipandbunker.com/news/world/102478-imo2020-fuel-switch-done-by-december-10-shipowner
New Report Provides Insight into the World's Top 10 Bunker Suppliers for 2020. The new report has been jointly produced by Ship & Bunker and SeaCred.
Read in Full https://shipandbunker.com/news/world/421955-new-report-provides-insight-into-the-worlds-top-10-bunker-suppliers-for-2020
Bunkerspot: OilChart 'positioned and ready' to meet IMO 2020 fuel demand
The group says it can supply all IMO 2020-compliant fuels and is also offering a buy back scheme for remaining high sulphur fuel oil on board vessels as the end of the year approaches. More https://www.bunkerspot.com/europe/49492-europe-oilchart-positioned-and-ready-to-meet-imo-2020-fuel-demand
DREWRY PUBLISHES FIRST LOW-SULPHUR BAF REFERENCE PRICE
With the new IMO 2020 start-date now less than a month away, maritime consultancy Drewry has published its first low-sulphur reference bunker index tracker.
The new index will be updated quarterly. Philip Damas, head of Drewry Supply Chain Advisors, commented: 'Our new low-sulphur bunker price tracker is intended to standardise, clarify and simplify the adjustment of Bunker Adjustment Factors (BAFs) between shippers and carriers or forwarders.
https://www.bunkerspot.com/global/49491-global-drewry-publishes-first-low-sulphur-baf-reference-price
Lloyds List: Bunker tool seeks to standardise low-sulphur charges
As carriers start loading low-sulphur bunkers, they have begun passing on costs to customers. A new index provides a standardisation process. Confusion and concern remain about the timing and transparency of carriers' low-sulphur cost recovery mechanisms. More https://lloydslist.maritimeintelligence.informa.com/LL1130260/Bunker-tool-seeks-to-standardise-lowsulphur-charges subscription required
Safety4Sea: 2020 sulphur cap: Litigators to face storms of fuel-compliance issues
Although the shipping industry has been preparing for the upcoming 2020 sulphur cap, international maritime law specialist Hill Dickinson comments that it will be a challenging period for litigators as they will have to deal with disputes between owners, charterers and bunker suppliers in cases of non-compliance
https://safety4sea.com/2020-sulphur-cap-litigators-to-face-storms-of-fuel-compliance-issues/
S&P Global Platts: Nigeria's low-sulfur Egina crude sees IMO 2020 boost
Nigeria's Egina crude has seen values rise as its low-sulfur qualities make it attractive to refiners ahead of the International Maritime Organization's stricter 0.5% sulfur cap on marine fuel coming into force from January 1, sources said. https://www.bunkerworld.com/news/155902 subscription required
Gazprom Neft plans launch of distillate-based 0.5% fuel in 2020
Russian oil major Gazprom Neft plans to supply 0.5% sulfur marine fuel from its Omsk refinery in 2020, company officials said in an interview on the company's website. https://www.bunkerworld.com/news/155911 subscription required
Lloyd's List: The Interview: Hugo De Stoop
Mr De Stoop leads one of the largest crude oil tanker companies in the world. Over the past couple of years, Euronav has positioned itself as an environmentally conscious company that wants to help the wider industry combat its emissions. Mr De Stoop talks to Lloyd's List about what the future has in store and what the company learned in preparing for the global sulphur cap. https://lloydslist.maritimeintelligence.informa.com/LL1130267/The-Interview-Hugo-De-Stoop
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Maritime Advisory Group Introduces Low Sulphur Fuel Index Tracker
Variable Bunker Costs Post Cap Addressed
As part of a series of initiatives aimed at bringing greater transparency to fuel costs resulting from the new IMO 2020 low-sulphur regulation, maritime advisory, statistics and research group Drewry has published its first low-sulphur reference bunker index tracker.
Drewry says that in recent months, both shippers and forwarders have expressed confusion and concern over the timing and transparency of the new charges being introduced by carriers as they transition from IFO 380 (intermediate fuel oil) to the new, low-sulphur fuel standard. Others have complained about what they consider unfair Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) charges.
Drewry's new low-sulphur BAF index, which will be updated quarterly, provides a simple indexing mechanism to help determine changes in BAF charges during the lifetime of a contract. http://www.handyshippingguide.com/shipping-news/maritime-advisory-group-introduces-low-sulphur-fuel-index-tracker_12521


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This week's discussion of Fearless Caregiver Manifesto Principle Five dovetails perfectly with a conversation we had at a recent Fearless Caregiver Conference.
Why is it sometimes a challenge for doctors to consider hospice care?
I am afraid too many caregivers and even physicians don't consider hospice soon enough when necessary. And I can tell you firsthand just how important hospice can be—not only for your loved one's care, but also for your own peace of mind.
According to the Harvard Medical School, physicians may delay bringing up hospice for a number of reasons. For one thing, doctors are committed to conquering disease, so referring a patient to hospice can seem like a sign of medical failure on their part. Many say they don't want to take away a patient's hope. Physicians may also fear losing contact with their patients, not realizing that they can and should be a part of the hospice team.
What are the chances that the treatment plan prescribed for my loved one will be successful?
What are the risks to my loved one from the treatment plan?
What are the chances that it will help improve my loved one's quality of life?
Does my loved one's condition fit the qualifications for hospice care?
Have you considered such care? And if not why not?
One of the first and most important concepts to learn as a Fearless Caregiver is that we are in fact an equal member of our loved one's care team. Sometimes, it is up to us to make sure we can get our professional partners past their misinformation and even their fear to help them deliver the best possible care for our loved ones.


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Archives|Alexandra Ripley, 'Scarlett' Author, Dies at 70
Alexandra Ripley, 'Scarlett' Author, Dies at 70
By KENNETH N. GILPIN JAN. 27, 2004
Alexandra Ripley, a writer of historical fiction who was best known for ''Scarlett,'' the officially sanctioned sequel to ''Gone With the Wind,'' died on Jan. 10 at her home in Richmond, Va. She was 70.
Her daughter, Elizabeth Lyon Ripley, told The Associated Press that death resulted from unspecified natural causes.
Ms. Ripley had written five novels before the estate of Margaret Mitchell selected her in the early 1990's to pick up the stories of Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler where Mitchell left them in 1936, the year her saga of the Civil War was published. Mitchell died in 1949.
The selection of Ms. Ripley was mired in controversy from the beginning, in part because it was less than clear that Mitchell, who refused to write a sequel herself, would have wanted anyone else to try.
Ms. Ripley made no bones about why she wanted the assignment.
''There are two reasons why I'm doing this book,'' she said in an interview in the reference work Contemporary Authors. ''I can't resist it, and as soon as this is done I will be able to write anything I want to.''
''Scarlett,'' which was universally panned by critics, was a considerable commercial success.
In her review for The New York Times in September 1991, Janet Maslin characterized the book as a ''stunningly uneventful 823-page holding action.''
The Ripley version takes the story from Atlanta to Tara to Charleston to Savannah to Ireland, where Scarlett remarks, ''My stars, this country's positively peppered with castles.''
It engineers at least a temporary reconciliation with Rhett, with Scarlett even cooking breakfast for him, but such touches led many reviewers to say the characters seemed to have mellowed in ways never suggested by the original book.
After a bidding war, Warner Books won the rights to publish the novel for $4.94 million.
Despite the poor reviews, ''Scarlett'' catapulted to the top of the best-seller list.
Over the years, sales have remained steady, according to Warner Books, with millions of copies in print in both hardcover and paperback.
CBS bought the television rights to ''Scarlett,'' which was presented as an eight-hour mini-series in 1994.
''Thanks to Miss Mitchell and 'Scarlett,' right now I can say any damn thing I want to, and people will listen,'' Ms. Ripley told those attending the 1991 Southeastern Booksellers Association convention.
Alexandra Ripley was born Jan. 8, 1934, in Charleston, S.C., the only child of Alexander and Elizabeth Braid. She attended the Ashley Hall School in Charleston and graduated from Vassar College in 1955, majoring in Russian.
Although she had always aspired to be a writer, Ms. Ripley did not work up the courage to become a novelist until she had tried a number of other jobs, including manuscript reader and publicity director.
Her first novel, ''Who's That Lady in the President's Bed?,'' was published by Dodd/Mead in 1972 under the pseudonym B. K. Ripley.
After the publication of ''Scarlett,'' Ms. Ripley wrote other novels that drew better reviews, including ''From Fields of Gold,'' published by Warner Books in 1994, and ''A Love Divine,'' a novel about Joseph of Arimathea, published by Warner Books in 1996.
Ms. Ripley was legally separated from John Graham of Charlottesville, Va. She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth, another daughter, Merrill Ripley Geier, and a granddaughter, all of Richmond.
A version of this obituary; biography appears in print on January 27, 2004, on Page B00007 of the National edition with the headline: Alexandra Ripley, 'Scarlett' Author, Dies at 70. Order Reprints| Today's Paper|Subscribe


Fictional character badges, activity sheets, quizzes… The Henry Beaufort School got into the full swing of World Book Day, taking the opportunity to celebrate a love of reading amongst its students.
The biggest event of the day was Drop Everything and Read, in which a bell rang during the day (the students not knowing when it would happen) for students to drop everything they were doing in class to read for fifteen minutes.
Staff wore badges with fictional characters' names, such as Aslan, Hermione Granger and Scout Finch. Students were on a quest to hunt down as many characters as they could and fill their activity sheet. There were also pictures of staff covering their faces with books and students had to guess who was hiding behind the novel. As well as this, students had to match book quotes with the title they came from, and take part in interactive literacy quizzes with their tutor group.
Miss Phillips, Learning Resource Centre Manager digging into her book during DEAR!
World Book Day saw the launch of a new school policy, where students have to bring a book with them every day as part of their school equipment. The Learning Resource Manager, Miss Phillips, said, 'The library was a hive of activity throughout the day, and it was brilliant to see students using the revamped and restocked library to explore the world of books'.
This Maths class dropped everything to get involved in their latest book!
'World Book Day was really fun. I liked Drop Everything and Read because you could read your book and get lost in your imagination'.