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L'aéroport international de Goma  est l'unique aéroport de la ville de Goma dans l'est de la République démocratique du Congo. Il est situé dans la province de Nord-Kivu, en bordure du lac Kivu, à 14 kilomètres au sud du stratovolcan actif Nyiragongo et à proximité de la frontière avec le Rwanda. Il possède une piste unique de  de long.

Histoire
Au milieu des années 70 les travaux de rénovation de l'ancien aéroport furent confiés à une association momentanée de trois sociétés françaises de BTP: Dumez Afrique, Société générale d'entreprises (aujourd'hui Vinci) et Spie Batignolles. La piste fut allongée de  à  avec un grand tarmac et des bâtiments dignes d'un aéroport international. La piste était dotée d'un balisage lumineux et d'autres aides tel que le PAPI (Indicateur de pente d'approche) à l'extrémité sud de la piste. À la fin des travaux, en 1978, l'aéroport commençait à accueillir régulièrement des aéronefs de gros tonnage notamment les DC-10 , DC-8 et Boeing 707. À cause de  la proximité du volcan Nyiragongo au nord de la piste, direction 17, à environ , les décollages et atterrissages des gros avions ne s'effectuent qu'en direction Sud, ou piste 35, ouverte et bien dégagée avec survol de la ville et du lac Kivu tout proche.

Durant les travaux, il y avait eu le , une importante éruption du volcan Nyiragongo dont la coulée de lave s'était arrêté au nord du village Munigi, à trois kilomètres du bout de la piste nord de l'aéroport. Les travaux avaient repris quelques jours après le retour de la population qui avait trouvé refuge hors de la ville, principalement au Rwanda voisin.

En 2002, le tiers nord de la piste a été recouvert de lave par l'éruption du volcan, raccourcissant la piste de 3000 à environ .

Depuis le mois de juillet 2020 la piste a retrouvé sa longueur initiale de  avec agrandissement du tarmac et une bretelle à double sens en bout de piste 17.

Situation en RDC

Compagnies aériennes et destinations

Accidents
En 2008, le décollage avorté d'un appareil de type Douglas DC-9 désigné vol 122 Hewa Bora Airways et son crash sur un marché populaire situé en bout de piste, avaient provoqué la mort de 40 personnes, dont seulement 3 passagers.

En novembre 2019, un Dornier Do 228 s'écrase juste après son décollage de l'aéroport tuant plusieurs personnes à bord de l'appareil ainsi qu'au sol.

Références

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Did You Know There Are Foods That Contain Cannabinoids?
Posted by Calum Napier on March 15, 2019
Foods that contain cannabinoids can give a natural boost to your endocannabinoid system.
The 1960s was a time ripe with war, civil unrest, and social change across the globe. Yet, in the midst of the chaos, a team of Israeli scientists happened upon a discovery that would pave the way for a new generation of medicines. In the lab of Dr. Raphael Mecoulam at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel, researchers identified and isolated a unique molecule called tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in 1964.
THC is the compound in cannabis that causes the famous psychoactive "high." It would take another three decades to discover exactly how THC works.
THC produces both intoxicating and medicinal effects thanks to its engagement with cells in the human body. Specifically, the compound interacts with specialized receptor sites that sit on a cell's surface.
These receptor sites respond to chemicals called cannabinoids, which were named after the cannabis plant. Until recently, researchers had very little knowledge regarding whether or not cannabinoids exist in other plants. Now, researchers have discovered that several common plants contain molecules that are cannabinoid-like in function. You may even be able to find some of them in your kitchen—echinacea, black pepper, and chocolate.
The chemicals in these plants are not exactly the same as those found in cannabis, yet they appear to have positive effects on the human endocannabinoid system.
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the name for the network of cannabinoid receptors and corresponding cannabinoids that are naturally present in humans and other animals. When you consume cannabis, you experience intoxicating and medicinal effects of the herb thanks to the plant's engagement with the endocannabinoid system.
While researchers are still exploring just what exactly the ECS does in the human body, early research suggests that this system has many different functions, including regulation of sleep, appetite, immune function, mood, and pain.
Cannabis may be the only plant that produces THC, but emerging research suggests that common foods and other wild plants may also have an effect on the endocannabinoid system.
While echinacea, black pepper, and chocolate are perhaps the most familiar, phytocannabinoid research is expanding. Lately, scientists have engineered yeasts (Pichia pastoris) that can produce the enzyme that creates tetrahydrocannabinol acid (THCA), the inactive form of psychoactive THC.
But that's not all. Here are the most common foods that contain cannabinoids. Or similar compounds, at least.
There is a pervasive myth amongst cannabis smokers that if you consume dark chocolate before toking up, it amplifies your high. There certainly aren't any studies to test this theory, but the herbivores may be onto something. Chocolate contains compounds that interact with the endocannabinoid system. Similar to non-intoxicating CBD found in marijuana, chocolate contains compounds that interact with a particular enzyme in the body that boosts circulating levels of the body's natural endocannabinoids. The term endocannabinoid refers to cannabinoid compounds that are produced naturally in the body.
This enzyme in question is called known as FAAH, and it is responsible for the breakdown of the endocannabinoid known as anandamide in our bodies. Anandamide is our natural version of THC. Compounds in chocolate appear to block this enzyme, increasing the amount of anandamide in the body. This makes us feel happy, relaxed, and generally good.
Further, in 1996, researchers from the Neurosciences Institute of San Diego found three separate compounds in chocolate that act as cannabinoids in the body, though it was unclear if this was through direct or indirect engagement with cannabinoid receptors. While chocolate is nowhere near the potent psychoactive that THC is, it has more of an impact on the brain and body than is often considered.
Some marijuana strains, like Hash Plant, have a peppery taste and aroma. The reason for this? They contain high levels of a particular terpene called beta-caryophyllene (BCP). A terpene is an aroma molecule that's found in plant essential oils. Unsurprisingly, this distinct flavor is also found heavily in black pepper.
Fairly recently it was discovered that BCP actually functions as a cannabinoid. Like many of the other plant compounds listed in this article, BCP has a binding affinity with the cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB2), which is most predominant in the immune system. Research has suggested that the anti-inflammatory compounds of this terpene may make it therapeutically valuable for treating conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis. Other research has indicated that BCP may increase the efficacy of anticancer drugs. However, these trials are preliminary and not conclusive.
Like black pepper, rosemary also contains beta-caryophyllene (BCP). Though, BCP is a terpene, some researchers now refer to the compound as a dietary cannabinoid. As mentioned above, BCP has quite a bit of therapeutic potential. Along with engaging CB2 receptors, early rodent research suggests that BCP may have antidepressants and anti-anxiety effects. When combined with cannabinoids like THC and CBD, the terpene is hypothesised to aid in addiction recovery and reduce pain.
Coneflower – Echinacea
The medicinal uses of Echinacea are well known and far-reaching. In homeopathic medicine, this plant is used to treat a little bit of everything – from fighting the common cold to relieving symptoms of anxiety, fatigue, arthritis, migraines, and other ailments. Funny thing, these are many of the same conditions that are potentially alleviated with medical marijuana.
Turns out, some species of echinacea contain compounds that engage the ECS sort of like cannabinoids. More specifically, they contain cannabimimetics. These herbal cannabimimetics are a bit different from those found in the marijuana plant, but they engage the endocannabinoid system nonetheless. These compounds are known as N-alkyl amides (NAAs).
The cannabimimetics in Echinacea interact with the CB2 receptor. This receptor is largely responsible for regulating the immune system and inflammatory response. In cannabis, psychoactive THC is the primary stimulator of the CB2 receptor. THC's affinity with this particular receptor is partly why it is expected to be effective in treating inflammation related symptoms. Oxeye plants (Heliopsis helianthoides) are also known to produce these types of cannabimimetics.
The Kava plant (Piper methysticum) has grown in popularity for its anti-anxiety and calming effects. Kava root has been used traditionally by Pacific island cultures who make a medicinal drink from the roots. The concoction is thought to provide sedative, pain relieving, and euphoric effects. These effects are primarily produced by compounds called kavalactones. One kavalactone in particular, called yangonin, appears to interact with the CB1 receptor. This is the same binding place for THC and is most predominant in the central nervous system. This interaction may be partly responsible for the intoxicating effects of the plant.
Back in 2018, a San Francisco-based hemp products company, Peak Health Foundation, claimed to have created a hop variety that successfully produces large amounts of the cannabinoid. CBD is a non-intoxicating cannabis compound popular for its stress-relieving and anti-anxiety potential. Until recently, the cannabinoid was only available through extractions of the cannabis plant. After some searching, however, scientists with Peak Health Foundation reportedly discovered a variety of southeast Asian hops that had naturally cross-pollinated with cannabis in Northern India.
This "discovery" is not without criticism since no scientific literature regarding cannabinoids in hops has been reported. This plant, however, did not produce large amounts of cannabinoids. To amp up cannabinoid production, researchers with Peak Health Foundation used either engineering or breeding techniques to create a plant that produced enough cannabinoids to be worthwhile for commercial use. But in the wild, this plant does no, produce these cannabinoids in meaningful amounts. The company patented and branded the engineered botanical, now dubbed Kriya™Brand Humulus and currently sell extracts of the concoction online.
Many of these plants contain compounds that directly engage cannabinoid receptors. Yet, other plants contain compounds that act like nonpsychoactive CBD. CBD has many functions in the body. One of these functions is blocking an enzyme that breaks down endocannabinoids (enzyme FAAH). As mentioned previously, endocannabinoids are the body's own THC. Preventing the breakdown of endocannabinoids increases the amount of them in circulation throughout the body. This may cause a cascade of effects, including mood stabilization. Compounds in Maca (Lepidium meyenii), called N-benzylamines, appear to block FAAH activity. Hypothetically, this may improve endocannabinoid tone, boosting the system overall.
Black Truffles
There is a difference between cannabinoid compounds created by plants and those created by animals. Animals create endocannabinoids and while plants create phytocannabinoids. These chemicals are very similar to each other, but they have some important differences.
Much to the surprise of many, Italian researchers have found that black truffles create anandamide (AEA). AEA, also known as the bliss molecule, is the animal version of THC. This endocannabinoid is usually made by animals and binds to the CB1 receptor.
Funny thing, while these truffles don't have cannabinoid receptors, they do produce AEA. So, the theory is that the mushrooms create the compound to attract animals that will eat them and spread around their spores. Looks like there is a good reason why these delicacies are smuggled around the world, after all.
Paracress
Also known as the toothache plant, the Amazon native can be made into a strong painkilling gel. Formal trials of this plant-based gel conducted by Cambridge University found that the plant was successful in blocking pain signals sent through nerve endings. The plant contains compounds known as N-Acylethanolamines, which act on the CB2 receptor. Amazingly, early scientific speculation suggests that these compounds may have anti-tumor potential, placing paracress in a long line of potent medicinal plants. While its cancer-fighting properties are a long way from clinical research, the natural analgesic is currently being considered as a new drug-of-choice for dentists working with painful ailments like impacted wisdom teeth.
Helichrysum umbraculigerum
This daisy indigenous to South Africa contains a compound strikingly similar to cannabigerol (CBG). CBG is the precursor molecule to THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Interestingly, there is some rumor regarding the traditional use of the particular kind of daisy. During a lecture at the annual meeting of the International Cannabinoid Research Society, Italian natural product chemist Giovanni Appendino reported that a helichrysum variety was used "like hemp, to make fumes in ritual ceremonies" in African pharmacology. He also suggested that compounds in the plant may have a "psychotropic effect… similar to cannabinoids."
New Zealand Liverwort
There's a new psychoactive in town and its name is perrottetinene. Instead of being found in a fungus or flower, this lightly intoxicating compound is found in a moss-like plant. The first studies on cannabinoid compounds in liverwort were published nearly three decades ago. Researchers identified a THC-like chemical produced by liverwort in both Japan (radula perrottetii) and New Zealand (radula marginata) called perrottetinene and perrottetinenic acid respectively.
Perrottetinene has a very similar structure to THC. Emerging research suggests that these compounds are cannabimimetic, meaning they engage the Endocannabinoid System like the compounds in cannabis. The cannabimimetic compounds in liverwort engage the CB1 receptor, like THC. Also like THC, it's hypothesised that the compound produces a mild psychoactive effect. While it's intoxicating potential is expected to be lower than that of THC, early research suggests that the molecule may be a more potent anti-inflammatory. Specifically, scientists hypothesized in 2018 that this cannabinoid-like compound may be especially pertinent to brain inflammation.
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There were a good number of older people in the occupied areas of the USSR who remembered the German occupation during WWI and expected similar behavior in 1941. For many, the WWI conditions under the Germans would have been an improvement over 1941 conditions under Stalin. Nazi behavior quickly disabused them of that notion.
A very good and much overlooked aspect of the war indeed.
It was noted during the Great War by many Jews living in areas of (present-day) Poland, Ukraine etc. that they felt much relieved and impressed by the behavior of the German occupiers.
They compared very favorably against the Tsarist predecessors who allowed pogroms, wide-spread harassment and discrimination et al.
It would be fascinating if there were any memoirs by a German officer who experienced both occupations - compare and contrast.
Not even taking into account the extra production resulting from not having it's factories bombed the Germans can field an extra 10000 fully crewed and supplied heavy anti-aircraft guns (alot of 88s) against the Russian's. Work crews utilised repairing bomb damage can be used to improve the logistical situation on the eastern front.
Just where would the Germans get the required prime movers and the fuel for moving all those guns and crews?
You are arguing the "no war with the West" what if without actually considering the real consequences.
1) Germany has to guard its Western border against the French who have a long history of working with Russia to contain Germany. France has over 2000 tanks and a modernizing airforce. We know the French army was flawed by doctrine but the Germans didn't. DAK plus Second army are required on this border.
3) The Germans used captured french tanks to outfit some battalions used in Russia. Furthermore they used them to train up three new panzer regiments.
4) The Italians are out and the Romanians and their oil are probably out too.
5) The French campaign taught the Germans that their tanks were under gunned.
You are arguing that a smaller, weaker, less mobile wehrmacht with much less fuel would somehow defeat the Red Army when the historical army couldn't.
There has never been a 'War to End Wars", which was the sanguine expectation, in some quarters, after 1918.
But are you arguing that there's no such thing as a righteous war? Should we just hold up our hands, admit that humankind is inherently flawed, and leave it at that ?
...we should be very leery of trying to intervene in conflicts...and there are many of them, yes?
It's not enough. They get to bring their equipment but there is no extra industrial capacity to replace it once it's gone. Without lend lease Russian industry will not be able to meet historical production let alone provide replacement equipment for those additional troops in combat.
Plus the Russians would never achieve air superiority over the battlefield with the full weight of the luftwaffe facing it. Again, without lendlease aircraft, I would question the ability of the VVS to even gain parity.
It's simple once you start looking at the numbers. It would be good if you could explain how you think Russia stands a better chance.
To follow up on AdrianE's reply upthread, here's another torpedo in your already leaky boat of a hypothesis.
In the historical operation, the German Army had everything going for it, yet they failed almost immediately. They were (without a doubt) the best trained and most experienced force that ever went into battle when they crossed the frontier on 22 June, yet as soon as the end of July they were already in serious trouble, especially on the Moscow axis.
Don't believe me? Take a look at the mounting personnel losses in both the motorized and standard infantry regiments. The Soviets launched massive counterattacks (at GREAT cost) all along the front, but particularly on the Moscow axis. These battles were long misunderstood in western literature but if you get ahold of "Barbarossa Derailed" by D.M. Glantz, you are in for a rather eyewatering descriptive of what happened here. The cream of the Heer's irreplaceable experienced combat manpower was literally gutted. Sure, they took a horribly lopsided proportion of the Soviet attackers with them, but the Heer never recovered from this.
And there was already yet another echelon of Soviet rifle divisions forming in the Moscow area, even as the offensives I speak of were starting to be launched.
No "General Mud", no "General Winter"; no "Siberian" divisions either.
No Lend Lease; the Germans have air superiority, there is absolute chaos in Soviet industry, the German factories are not being bombed...need I go on?
Just millions of really off Soviets, and millions more behind them. They had a lot of bloody lessons to learn along the way, but they never stopped counterattacking... and we all know the result.
In my opinion, if you take away the experience and resources gained by the German Army during the conquest of the West, and leave the undefeated French Army sitting along the Rhine, things could have only gone far, far worse for Hitler than they did in the historical situation.
And to answer the actual thread topic?
But we can only respond to the world as we find it,rather than beating ourselves over the head, complaining that human nature en masse is not better than it is.
For example, how do you respond when a ruthless dictatorship takes power over an advanced, sophisticated nation and implements a ruthless policy of expansion and conquest: including mass murder.
After doing all you can to reason with this dictatorship trying to see their point-of -view ,to the extent of appeasement, what's left ?
Also something to consider... The Soviet hasty build up of 1940-41 was precipitated by the fall of France. So in this consideration of 2nd and 3rd order effects of no French campaign, you have to consider that the Red Army is not nearly as large and there is no particular emphasis on rapid expansion. Most of the reserves that the Germans ran into on their way to Moscow after the border battles were forming before June 22, just food for thought.
Also consider all of the Wehrmacht losses of men and material in France, the Low Countries and the Battle of Britain. The Germans lost 60,000 trucks during the French campaign.
So, overall the Red Army is smaller and echeloned in less depth, no massive reserves are forming prior to the invasion and complete surprise is still very likely to be achieved.
Yes, there was...it had major effects on the motorized divisions..
No winter clothes were received until after the failure of Op Typhoon..The Germans, from 2nd week November until the Soviet counteroffensive in December lost more men to frostbite and sickness then combat.
Correct, not a major factor during this period.
To an extent..in some areas no..
Never was...even before they dismantled and moved everything east..Production was slowed yes, but back up and running better then ever far behind the MFL in early 42.
the German factories are not being bombed...need I go on?
No doubt about it Plus 1 !
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I thought the above parts of my OP were so brilliantly funny and clever I'd quote them again just because it pleases me to do so.
God I love myself AND I love being me (there is a difference)!
Seriously, I really can't recall when I gave another living entity from human being to microbe a second thought.
. Italian midget submarine warfare. A world leader and in way ahead of it's time. If the rest of Italy's war effort had been as on the ball as this we'd all be eating herrings and smoked cod (or whatever it is Italians eat)!
. German special forces and their operations: Airborne elites (Eban Emal), Brandenburger Commandos (many operations, raids and special ops - would make a great movie or mini-series).
.The Channel Dash: The escape Prinz Eugen, Gneisenau and Scharnhorst from Brest to German ports right through the English Channel. Okay, strategically inconsequential but an amazingly daring feat of coordination.
....in regards to the Arab - Israeli conflict---you had many, large nations wanting to destroy a tiny nation--I'd stick up for a nation like that..--such as Kuwait also.
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While these are all fascinating topics, discussion on them belongs in the relevant sections of the forum, not in a thread in the World War Two section .Let's get back on topic please.
.The Channel Dash: The escape Prinz Eugen, Gneisenau and Scharnhorst from Brest to German ports right through the English Channel. Okay, strategically inconsequential but an amazingly daring feat of coordination."
Not to take anything away from the great courage and daring of Western female pilots who served so bravely ...but...the Soviets had female COMBAT pilots.
The really are unsung. At least in the West.
Imagine if there had been a Briton or an American female combat pilot? Just one.
WE WOULD NEVER HEAR THE END OF IT!
Books, movies (Paltrow?, Streep?, Winslet?, Blanchett?, Foster?, Portman?, Knightley?), TV mini-series, documentaries, the works.
But then sometimes... when its not one of our guys or gals its kinda not the same is it?Or am I being too unfair?
Relax Tuck, there is nothing wrong with being robustly and patriotically British."
I've always viewed the hypothetical Germany Vs USSR scenario as starting at the commencement of Barbarossa. So Germany has France, Part of Poland, Norway etc.
So on the 22nd of June 1941 Germany and USSR go to war. The the western allies go neutral and cease dealing with the two warring sides because ALIENS.
It's a ridiculous scenario at best but a necessary one so as to isolate Germany and the USSR for the purpose of discussion.
The question is could Germany, as it stood on the 22nd of June 1941, defeat USSR as it stood on the same date in a war without any outside intervention or assistance? The answer is yes.
As soon as you start to add in all the variables you chaps are stating the answer becomes a big NO.
This won't do this won't do at all!
I 'm hoping to eventually make this part of a revived tutorial thematic (one of my favourite words) I'm going to explore the degree to which a person or study group can operate out of their 'comfort zone', indulge in a bit of role reversal / role playing (a duopoly I just invented! - brilliant!).
The comfort zone in question?
As I said: "when its not one of our guys or gals its kinda not the same is it?"
I want those precious, self-important, entitled little generation Xer's, Baby Boomers, Millennials and Ostrogoths to be quaking and cryin'.
"Please Mr lodestar we don't like where this class is going , we're all frightened , We don't want to hear about female combat pilots with names like Ivana, or Marina or Larisa.
We want to hear about female ferry/transport pilots called Penelope and Charlotte and Florence.
And the other day you said people who weren't on our side were just as brave as we were .
God I loved those days!
Teaching people HOW to think, NOT what to think!
Like extracting teeth with a lot of them.....but when they'd see the light (that is to say when they saw things my way) ..... worth every effort!
"Neville Chamberlain was Britain's Bismarck ".
You academics are all alike !
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Vikings' teammates emotional over Barr's return
By Jeff Wald, FOX 9
EAGAN (FOX 9) - Two key pieces of the Minnesota Vikings' defense had vastly different reactions when asked about linebacker Anthony Barr saying no to the Jets and returning to Minnesota in free agency.
Linebacker Eric Kendricks was virtually alongside most of Barr's brief free agency ride. The two are workout partners dating back to their college days at UCLA, and Kendricks was certain he was gone.
"I sent him texts when it started going down and I was just like 'Man it's going to be weird not playing with you.' I thought about it but I hadn't really processed it at that time," Kendricks said.
Barr's response? "Hold on, just wait a second."
Barr had agreed in principle to join the New York Jets at the start of free agency last month, but after getting off the phone with his agent, literally felt sick to his stomach in his hotel room. He couldn't go through with it, got back on the phone with his agent and started working out a deal to return to the Vikings.
It means Kendricks and Barr are back together as key pieces of the Vikings' linebacking corps. Kendricks couldn't contain his smile, or his excitement.
"It's dope, it's so dope," Kendricks said.
Safety Harrison Smith is one of the steadiest players on the Vikings' defense. Rarely displaying emotion, he nearly broke down in tears when asked Tuesday about the impact of Barr's return.
He surprised even himself with the emotion, not knowing it was coming.
"A guy making a choice like that is pretty big. It doesn't happen a lot in pro sports, even if it's a couple million dollars. It means different things to different people. For him, it meant staying here," Smith said while fighting back tears.
That's the reality of professional sports. Most athletes in the prime of their career chase the biggest contract they can find, and deservedly so. They've worked hard for it, and it's an opportunity that might not come around again.
Barr cared about his Vikings' teammates and the family culture created by Mike Zimmer.
"He's one of my best friends. Honestly I wanted him to go get as much money as he could make. Pro sports, that's how things happen. I honestly wanted him here as well, so I wasn't going to be upset one way or the other but it's just an emotional game," Smith said. "You make friendships and you make plays together and you're pumped for the guy next to you, that's why I play."
Kendricks knew he had to entertain the idea that Barr wasn't returning, but he didn't want to think about it and certainly didn't want to interrupt his free agency process.
Barr and Kendricks were workout partners during the free agency cycle. Kendricks witnessed his phone calls and stayed in touched when he could. From California, Barr grew up in an area where he might never see an opportunity again for the pay day that was in front of him.
"You always want the best, I wanted to see him get that big pay day, get what he's earned. For him to take a step back and realize what truly makes him happy, that's huge," Kendricks said. "It just shows you a lot about him and our team and the kind of guys we got."
Barr missed three games due to injury last year and finished with 55 tackles, including three sacks. Kendricks missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, yet led Minnesota with 108 tackles, including 63 solo tackles and one sack.
Smith played every game last season, finishing with 84 tackles, nine tackles for a loss and two fumble recoveries. That's three key pieces of the Vikings' defense in the prime of their careers all back for next season, along with veterans like Everson Griffen and Xavier Rhodes among other talent.
The front office and coaching staff have built a culture that the players want to be involved in.
"I feel like we just love playing with each other. We know what kind of group we have, we have each other's backs," Kendricks said. "I take a lot of trips with these guys in the offseason, and we just enjoy being together, working together and we know what we're all chasing. It says a lot about what we got."
Barr said himself the first day of NFL free agency was one of the worst days of his life. His relationship with his current teammates and his current head coach was too much to go after a bigger paycheck.
"I love my teammates, I love this locker room. My teammates and my coaches are unbreakable. This just felt right, this is where my heart is," Barr said.


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Paul Ince (July 1999 - August 2002)
An England international and one of the top midfielders of his time, Paul Ince swapped the red of Liverpool for the red of Boro in the summer of 1999.
Coming through the ranks at West Ham before going on to establish himself with Manchester United followed by a stint with Italian juggernauts Inter Milan, Ince was told by then Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier he was no longer part of his plans.
The 31-year-old was snapped by the Teessiders for £1million, which saw him link back up again with his former Manchester United teammate Bryan Robson, winning an impressive array of silverware at Old Trafford.
Midfield lynchpin Ince was handed the captain's armband at Boro following the departure of Andy Townsend.
Ince played for England during the European Championships in 2000 and with over 50 caps to his name, he retired from international duty after the tournament.
He retained the armband despite the arrival of Gareth Southgate, but his time on Teesside came to an end in the summer of 2002, where he would join Wolves.
Since his retirement, he's been in the managerial hotseat at Macclesfield Town, two spells with MK Dons - where he clinched promotion from League Two and lifted the Football League Trophy in the same season - Blackburn Rovers, Notts County and Blackpool.


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Gwinnett police investigate deadly double shooting near Norcross
Two dead in Gwinnett County double shooting incident (Gwinnett County Police Department)
January 15, 2022 at 6:46 am EST
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Gwinnett County police are trying to piece together the series of events leading up to a double shooting that left two people dead in a shopping plaza parking lot early Saturday morning.
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Police said they were called out to the parking lot off Jimmy Carter Blvd. just after 12:30 a.m. to a reported shooting incident. When they arrived, they found two men who had been shot. One died at the scene while the other was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died.
Police have not identified either victim at this time as they try to notify the next of kin.
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Detectives are asking anyone with information on this shooting to contact them at 770-513-5300. You can also call Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers tips are eligible for a cash reward if the information leads to an arrest and indictment in the incident.
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