The Epidemiology of Ankle Injuries Identified at the National Football League Combine, 2009-2015.
Orthop J Sports Med 2018 Jul 18;6(7):2325967118786227. Epub 2018 Jul 18.
The Steadman Clinic, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, Colorado, USA.
Background: American football is a leading cause of sports-related injuries, with the knee, ankle, and shoulder most commonly involved.
Reconstruction of Neglected Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Rupture: A Case Report.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 Nov - Dec;57(6):1256-1258. Epub 2018 Jun 21.
Professor, Department of Anatomy and Surgical Anatomy, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Anatomic Basis for Minimally Invasive Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer in Chronic Achilles Tendon Rupture.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 Sep - Oct;57(5):938-941. Epub 2018 Jun 8.
Consultant, OrthoSports-Clinic for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Mt. Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, Singapore.
Lipidus migrans-a radiology imaging feature after ankle injury.
Skeletal Radiol 2018 Dec 21;47(12):1709-1715. Epub 2018 May 21.
Institute of Radiology, Kantonsspital Baden, Baden, Switzerland.
Short-Term Results of Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer in Delayed and Neglected Achilles Tendon Repair.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 Sep - Oct;57(5):1042-1047. Epub 2018 May 18.
Professor, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Private Guven Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2018 Aug 10;138(8):1097-1102. Epub 2018 May 10.
Department of Orthopaedics, Qingpu Branch of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 201700, People's Republic of China.
Objectives: To evaluate the methods and the outcomes of Gustilo type III open distal tibial and tibial shaft fractures with severe anterior and medial soft-tissue injuries, treated with posterolateral minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) technique.
The functional and dynamometer-tested results of transtendinous flexor hallucis longus transfer for neglected ruptures of the Achilles tendon at six years' follow-up.
Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, Cambridge, UK.
Aims: Flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon transfer is a well-recognized technique in the treatment of the neglected tendo Achillis (TA) rupture.
Anatomical feasibility study of flexor hallucis longus transfer in treatment of Achilles tendon and posteromedial portal of ankle arthroscopy.
Surg Radiol Anat 2018 Sep 16;40(9):1031-1038. Epub 2018 Apr 16.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA.
Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the occurrence of anatomical variations of the musculotendinous junction of the flexor hallucis longus (FHL) muscle, the relationship between FHL tendon or muscle and the tibial neurovascular bundle at the level of the posterior ankle joint in human cadavers.
Results of Treatment of Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome and Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinopathy in Dancers: A Systematic Review.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands.
Operative Treatment of Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome and Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinopathy in Dancers Open Versus Endoscopic Approach.
Medical Center for Dancers and Musician, The Hague Medical Center, The Netherlands.
Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome and M. Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendinopathy in Dancers Results of Open Surgery.
Medical Center for Dancer and Musician, The Hague Medical Center, The Netherlands.
Quantification of the Learning Curve for Arthroscopic Os Trigonum Excision.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 May - Jun;57(3):505-508. Epub 2018 Mar 1.
Talus Fracture of the Medial Tubercle of the Posterior Process: Interposition of the Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 May - Jun;57(3):615-617. Epub 2018 Feb 15.
Surgeon and Orthopedist, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Yonsei Knee and Spine Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Surgical management of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures using less invasive techniques.
Foot Ankle Surg 2018 Apr 16;24(2):164-170. Epub 2017 Feb 16.
Department of Orthopaedics, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7UJ, United Kingdom.
Endoscopic Transfer of Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon for Chronic Achilles Tendon Rupture: Technical Aspects and Short-Time Experiences.
Foot Ankle Spec 2018 Oct 17;11(5):461-466. Epub 2018 Jan 17.
Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway (EEH, KHH, AHS).
J Foot Ankle Surg 2018 Mar - Apr;57(2):414-417. Epub 2017 Dec 7.
Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nara Medical University, Nara, Japan.
Flexor Hallucis Longus Muscle and Tendon Transfer for the Treatment of Achilles Tendon Wounds.
Foot Ankle Int 2018 02 24;39(2):205-209. Epub 2017 Nov 24.
3 Department of Orthopaedics, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
Tendon split lengthening technique for flexor hallucis longus tendon rupture.
J Orthop Surg Res 2017 Nov 6;12(1):165. Epub 2017 Nov 6.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, 948-1, Dalim-1dong, Youngdeungpo-gu, Seoul, 150-950, South Korea.
Background: Flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon rupture is a challenging injury to lead with clawing of the great toe when the FHL tendon is repaired too tight. When the diagnosis is delayed, the tendon ends may not be opposable because of contracture or poor tendon tissue.
What Do You Do With The Achilles if You Have No Fancy Toys?
Foot Ankle Clin 2017 Dec 28;22(4):801-818. Epub 2017 Sep 28.
Indian Foot and Ankle Society; Director, Department of Orthopedics, Noble Hospital, Magarpatta, Hadapsar, Pune 411013, Maharashtra, India.
Insertional Tendinopathy of the Achilles: Debridement, Primary Repair, and When to Augment.
Foot Ankle Clin 2017 Dec 27;22(4):761-780. Epub 2017 Sep 27.
Noninsertional Tendinopathy of the Achilles.
Foot Ankle Clin 2017 Dec 28;22(4):745-760. Epub 2017 Sep 28.
A Biomechanical Analysis of Interference Screw Versus Bone Tunnel Fixation of Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Transfers to the Calcaneus.
Assistant Professor, Division of Mineral Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX.
Foot Ankle Int 2017 Jul 2;38(7):797-801. Epub 2017 May 2.
6 Bioengineering-Biomechanics Laboratory, The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, NY, USA.
Soleus Atrophy Is Common After the Nonsurgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Functional Treatments.
Am J Sports Med 2017 May 10;45(6):1395-1404. Epub 2017 Mar 10.
Division of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical Research Center Oulu, Oulu University Hospital, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.
Background: It remains controversial whether nonsurgical or surgical treatment provides better calf muscle strength recovery after an acute Achilles tendon rupture (ATR). Recent evidence has suggested that surgery might surpass nonsurgical treatment in restoring strength after an ATR.
Z-plasty of the flexor hallucis longus tendon at tarsal tunnel for checkrein deformity.
Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital, School of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Korea.
Purposes: To review the outcome of Z-plasty of the flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon at the tarsal tunnel for checkrein deformity in 8 patients.
Repair of Chronic Achilles Ruptures Has a High Incidence of Venous Thromboembolism.
Foot Ankle Spec 2017 Oct 23;10(5):415-420. Epub 2016 Nov 23.
Saginaw Valley Bone and Joint Center, Saginaw, Michigan (MJB).
Background: Despite the low incidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in foot and ankle surgery, some authors report a high incidence of symptomatic DVT following Achilles tendon rupture. The purpose of this study was to identify DVT risk factors inherent to Achilles tendon repair to determine which patients may benefit from prophylaxis.
Combined flexor hallucis longus tendon transfer and gastrocnemius recession for reconstruction of gapped chronic achilles tendon ruptures.
Injury 2016 Dec 3;47(12):2833-2837. Epub 2016 Nov 3.
Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the functional outcomes after a combined FHL transfer and a gastrocnemius recession for treatment of chronic ruptures of Achilles tendon with a gap and to investigate the patient's satisfaction about the great toe function after transfer.
Reconstruction of Kuwada grade IV chronic achilles tendon rupture by minimally invasive technique.
Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Orthopaedic Research, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, P. R. China.
Background: Transfer of a flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon can not only reconstruct the Achilles tendon but also provide ischemic tendinous tissues with a rich blood supply to enhance wound healing. This retrospective study aims to investigate clinical outcomes in patients who underwent repair of Kuwada grade IV chronic Achilles tendon rupture with long hallucis longus tendons harvested using a minimally invasive technique.
Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Transfer Fixation.
Foot Ankle Spec 2017 Feb 20;10(1):31-36. Epub 2016 Sep 20.
Introduction: Flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon transfer to the calcaneus is commonly used in the surgical treatment of chronic Achilles tendinopathy. This study assesses the integrity of FHL tendon biotenodesis screw fixation with respect to 2 variables: incorporation of a terminal whipstitch and tunnel depth.
Muscle-tendon glucose uptake in Achilles tendon rupture and tendinopathy before and after eccentric rehabilitation: Comparative case reports.
Phys Ther Sport 2016 Sep 30;21:14-9. Epub 2015 Nov 30.
Minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis using posterolateral approach for distal tibial and tibial shaft fractures.
Injury 2016 Aug 11;47(8):1862-6. Epub 2016 Jun 11.
Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama, Japan.
Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the posterolateral minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) method for managing distal tibial or tibial shaft fractures with severe anterior and medial soft tissue injuries.
Treatment of Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures With Large Defects.
Foot Ankle Spec 2016 Oct 21;9(5):400-8. Epub 2016 Mar 21.
Rothman Institute Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Outcome of Lateral Transfer of the FHL or FDL for Concomitant Peroneal Tendon Tears.
Foot Ankle Int 2016 Jun 24;37(6):576-81. Epub 2016 Feb 24.
Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Entrapment of the flexor hallucis longus tendon following ankle arthrodesis.
Foot (Edinb) 2016 Mar 25;26:45-7. Epub 2016 Jan 25.
A Closed Lateral Subtalar Dislocation With Checkrein Deformity of Great Toe due to Entrapment of Flexor Hallucis Longus: A Case Report.
Foot Ankle Spec 2016 Oct 4;9(5):461-4. Epub 2016 Feb 4.
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, India (YST, YK)Department of Orthopedics, PGIMER & Dr R.M.L Hospital, New Delhi, India (SS, RKA, NA, AM).
The safety of the posterior ankle arthroscopy in management of posterior ankle impingement: A cadaveric study.
Foot (Edinb) 2016 Jun 11;27:4-9. Epub 2015 Sep 11.
Background: Arthroscopic management of the posterior ankle impingement with the patient in supine position has the advantage of dealing with anterior ankle pathology at the same time without the need to change position of the patient. This study aims at evaluation of the safety of portal establishment and instrumentation of this technique.
Combined Tendon and Bone Allograft Transplantation for Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures.
Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2016 Jan 30;33(1):125-37. Epub 2015 Aug 30.
Foot & Ankle Surgery, West Penn Hospital, 4800 Friendship Avenue, N1, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, USA.
Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Transfer for Calcific Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy.
Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2016 Jan 13;33(1):113-23. Epub 2015 Aug 13.
Operative and Nonoperative Management of Achilles Tendon Ruptures in Active Duty Military Population.
Foot Ankle Int 2016 Mar 4;37(3):269-73. Epub 2015 Nov 4.
Trauma and Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego California, San Diego, CA, USA.
Safe Zone for the Plantar Portal: A Cadaveric Study.
Foot Ankle Int 2016 Feb 4;37(2):210-7. Epub 2015 Nov 4.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Marianna University School of Medicine, Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan.
Background: Understanding the plantar nerve anatomy is crucial for safe endoscopic surgery of the sole. We aimed to anatomically dissect the lateral aspect and soles of cadaveric feet to investigate the safety of peroneus longus tendoscopy with a plantar lateral portal and the safe zones for plantar portals.
Neglected Achilles Tendon Rupture Treated with Flexor Hallucis Longus transfer with two turndown gastrocnemius fascia flap and reinforced with plantaris tendon.
Disorders of the Flexor Hallucis Longus and Os Trigonum.
Clin Sports Med 2015 Oct 23;34(4):741-59. Epub 2015 Jul 23.
Toe Flexor Strength, Flexibility and Function and Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Morphology in Dancers and Non-Dancers.
Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, University of Southern California, 1540 East Alcazar Street, CHP-155, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA. Tel 323-442-2911, fax 323-442-1515.
Use of a Hunter Rod for Staged Reconstruction of Peroneal Tendons.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2016 Jan-Feb;55(1):198-200. Epub 2015 Aug 14.
Director, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, PA.
J Foot Ankle Surg 2016 Jan-Feb;55(1):193-7. Epub 2015 Jul 26.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yeungnam University Hospital, Daegu, Korea.


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On "An Open Letter to NYC," the Beastie Boys (Adam "MCA" Yauch, Mike "Mike D" Diamond and Adam "Ad Rock" Horowitz) pay tribute to the post-9/11 city they love, rhyming "Dear, New York, I hope you're doing well / I know a lot's happened and you've been through hell / So, we give thanks for providing a home." To the 5 Boroughs, the innovative hip-hop trio's sixth album, would have been better served opening with this heartfelt, unavoidably schmaltzy ("Two Towers down / But you're still in the game") but genuinely appealing track. Instead, To the 5 Boroughs is continuously distracted from its titular dedication by political concerns, severely dampening not only its replay factor but also proving to be the least fun album the normally surefire trio has made.
Despite their involvement in Tibetan Freedom Concerts and appearances at 9/11 benefit shows, the Beastie Boys will never be confused for Rage Against the Machine when it comes to politically-motivated lyrical content. The rappers are clearly passionate about their politics but consistently put their art above the fray. Until now, that is. To the 5 Boroughs, despite clever rhymes that name-check innumerable pop-cultural references and lively if atypically Spartan beats, is more about promoting a political agenda than serving up the soundtrack to your neighborhood block party. Where the Beastie Boys of two decades ago demanded that you've got to fight for you right to party, on "Right Right Now Now" it's time to, to borrow from Public Enemy, "party for the right to fight." Rather nonsensical to be sure, but this aggressive, "take the power back" tone permeates the album. "It Takes Time to Build" goes after gas guzzling automobile manufacturers ("Stop building SUVs") and a far easier target: "We got a President we didn't elect / The Kyoto Treaty he decided to neglect / And still the U.S. just wants to flex." And "That's It That's All" strives to take the "power" from Bush (presumably when the November elections roll around).
The Beastie Boys are certainly entitled to espouse their opinions on record, and consumers will obviously voice their opinions with their wallets. But it would have been nice if the rhymes had been a little less obvious and simplistic. Yes, the post-9/11 world is a scary place, and recent American policy hasn't exactly raised the country's popularity quotient. But to rail against an institution and then offer meaningless solutions ("party for the right to fight") just doesn't cut it.
What does work is what's always worked for the talented trio: The Beastie Boys' bread and butter, mugging for the mic ("3 the Hard Way," "Rhyme the Rhyme Well" and "Triple Trouble") with classic battle-rap panache. DJ Mix Master Mike shines throughout, with his scratching on "Shazam!" a particular highlight. The aforementioned "An Open Letter to NYC" is the one track that truly lives up to the album's title with affectionate shout-outs to Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. But there's simply not enough of this sentiment, and the album gets bogged down in meaningless platitudes.
The Beastie Boys aren't exactly prolific (six studio albums since 1986). Thus, a new album from the trio is an event, a reason to get excited about where the band is heading and what, if any, trends will come from their new direction. To the 5 Boroughs is the first album to show the three MCs following, rather than leading. It's the C-SPAN of Beastie Boys albums, and that's about as unappealing as it gets.


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Q: How to manage our education and dream of becoming an entrepreneur? Is it better to drop out of college to start our own company? I have a fear that if I wait until I get a degree then someone will implement it.
A: "Should I stay in college or drop out to start my business?" Many of the aspiring entrepreneurs I work with ask me this question. They have what they feel is a great business idea and want to start working on it right away. They worry that someone will steal their idea if they don't launch their company now. Staying in school seems to interfere with their dream of becoming an entrepreneur.
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Ideas and business opportunities are not the same thing. Our startup failure rate is high because people launch ideas. A true business opportunity meets the conditions of the NERCM test: 1) Need, 2) Experience, 3) Resources, 4) Customers and 5) Model. In other words, your chances for success go up significantly when you prove there is a need for your product, you have adequate experience, you bring together sufficient resources, you have customers committed to buy and your business model is sound. These five factors take time to develop, and you can work on them while you are a student.
Nearly all universities have courses in entrepreneurship, a center for entrepreneurship, business plan competitions, guest speakers and faculty members who have started companies. Some schools even offer a minor in entrepreneurship for students from any major. So take some courses, work on your business for class assignments, enter competitions, and get feedback on your concept. In addition, most startups need to pivot several times before they gain traction. As a student you can test, alter, and refine your concept prior to your launch. When you graduate you will be better prepared to build a company that will succeed.
2. Build up your network of mentors and advisors.
Successful entrepreneurs build a "brain trust" of mentors and advisors as they develop their company. This group of savvy tutors can provide advice, eliminate road blocks, introduce important contacts, identify funding sources and assist with product distribution. Universities are great places to find these mentors and advisors. Visit with faculty members who understand your industry as well as consultants in your university commercialization office. Enlist these people to help with your venture – this is part of their job. Also, ask them to introduce you to others who might have specific experience and skills you may need. The larger your brain trust the greater your chances for success and universities are full of knowledgeable and experienced mentors who can help.
Successful entrepreneurs are masters of efficiency – they have a real knack for finding and utilizing a host of resources other than money to get started. Most universities are full of free or low-cost resources for aspiring entrepreneurs.
For example, students studying graphic design can help you develop your logo, website and brand imaging. MBA students can help you develop your product line and business plan. In addition, as a student you may have access to 3D printers, a fabrication shop and free or low-cost software for a variety of functions. So scope out all the resources available at your university and use the ones you need to develop your company.
In summary, if you happen to have a proven concept that is validated through growing sales and you need more time to scale your company, you might take time off from school to see what you can do. You can still take a class or two part-time, which I recommend. On the other hand, if your concept is in the early stages of development and needs more testing and refining, stay in school and use all the resources available to you to create a true business opportunity. When you graduate and launch your company, your probability for success will be high.


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Mnuchin's Wife Goes Full Marie Antoinette in Instagram Meltdown
The millionaire wife of the millionaire Treasury secretary bragged about how much they pay in taxes and accused a critic of being "adorably out of touch."
By Bess Levin
By Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic.
Prior to January 20, 2017, there was a lamentable lack of social-media scandals involving our public servants in the federal government. Then Donald Trump moved into the White House and, of course, everything changed. Now, we've come to expect that the president of the United States will go on late-night rants when he is feeling piqued, attacking everything from North Korea to media outlets to retailers who stopped selling his adult daughter's handbags, occasionally deploying ALL CAPS to signal his seriousness or scare quotes to underscore his contempt. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the tone set by the president seems to have trickled down to his Cabinet members and their spouses, too. For instance, whereas in times past, the wife of the Treasury secretary might have felt an obligation to not lash out at an Instagram commenter in a diatribe boasting about her vast wealth, now we have this:
https://twitter.com/yashar/status/899804610256351233
That's Louise Linton, the wife of Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, attacking a woman who wrote "glad we could pay for your little getaway" after Linton posted a photo Monday night about wearing #hermes, #valentino, #roulandmouret, and #tomfordsunnies on an official government-chartered #daytrip to Kentucky. For those of you keeping score at home, Linton manages to both complain about how much she sacrifices in taxes while shaming the woman for not earning as much; suggest that she and her husband, who made a significant amount of money at Goldman Sachs before running a "foreclosure machine," have given more to their country than their haters ever could; employ the strategic use of the curled bicep emoji, the blowing kisses face, and "Lololol"; and, of course, the coup de grâce—"you're adorably out of touch." The woman Linton responded to was later identified by The New York Times as Jenni Miller, a mother of three from Portland, Oregon.
Incidentally, this is not the first time that Linton, whose husband is currently attempting to orchestrate a massive tax cut that would shift trillions to the rich, has accidentally made a case for more progressive taxation. In June, ahead of her nuptials to Mnuchin, the 36-year-old actress sat down with Town & Country to talk about all of the many diamonds she would be wearing for the big day, including but not limited to her very large engagement ring, her diamond wedding band, a diamond bracelet, two pairs of diamond earrings, a couple of diamond necklaces, a pair of diamond earrings she had turned into a cocktail ring, and a diamond brooch of two parrots kissing a pearl. (Nor is it the first time she's found herself at the center of controversy, having self-published a memoir about her gap year in Africa that was widely mocked as a stereotype-laden white savior fantasy, and which resulted in calls for Zambia to demand an apology from Scotland, where Linton was born and raised.)
After Linton's Monday night tirade went viral, she deleted the post and made her account private. Presumably, at some point this week, she'll vent to the president about all the jealous "haters and losers" who just don't get why the rich are better than them. "I think my post was just five or six words, and she had to go on basically a rant about it to make herself look more important and look smarter, better, richer—all those things," Miller, a Democrat, told the Times. "It just seemed wholly inappropriate."
The Treasury department said Tuesday that Mnuchin and Linton are paying back the government for transportation costs when she travels with him on official business, an expense that hopefully won't hit her #hermes budget too hard.
On Tuesday evening, Linton issued a statement saying "I apologize for my post on social media yesterday as well as my response. It was inappropriate and highly insensitive."
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text:
package dnstap

import (
	"fmt"
	"net"
	"os"
	"testing"
	"time"
)

type testLogger struct{ *testing.T }

func (t *testLogger) Printf(format string, v ...interface{}) {
	t.Helper()
	t.Logf(format, v...)
}

func dialAndSend(t *testing.T, network, address string) *FrameStreamSockOutput {
	var addr net.Addr
	var err error
	switch network {
	case "unix":
		addr, err = net.ResolveUnixAddr(network, address)
	case "tcp", "tcp4", "tcp6":
		addr, err = net.ResolveTCPAddr(network, address)
	default:
		err = fmt.Errorf("invalid network %s", network)
	}
	if err != nil {
		t.Fatal(err)
	}

	out, err := NewFrameStreamSockOutput(addr)
	if err != nil {
		t.Fatal(err)
	}

	out.SetDialer(&net.Dialer{Timeout: time.Second})
	out.SetTimeout(time.Second)
	out.SetFlushTimeout(100 * time.Millisecond)
	out.SetRetryInterval(time.Second)
	out.SetLogger(&testLogger{t})

	go out.RunOutputLoop()
	<-time.After(500 * time.Millisecond)
	out.GetOutputChannel() <- []byte("frame")
	return out
}

func readOne(t *testing.T, out chan []byte) {
	select {
	case <-out:
	case <-time.After(time.Second):
		t.Fatal("timed out waiting for frame")
	}
}

// Test if dnstap can accept multiple connections on the socket
func TestMultiConn(t *testing.T) {
	in, err := NewFrameStreamSockInputFromPath("dnstap.sock")
	if err != nil {
		t.Fatal(err)
	}

	defer os.Remove("dnstap.sock")

	in.SetLogger(&testLogger{t})
	out := make(chan []byte)
	go in.ReadInto(out)

	// send two framestream messages on different connections
	defer dialAndSend(t, "unix", "dnstap.sock").Close()
	defer dialAndSend(t, "unix", "dnstap.sock").Close()

	readOne(t, out)
	readOne(t, out)
}

func TestReconnect(t *testing.T) {
	// Find an open port on localhost by opening a listener on an
	// unspecified port, querying its address, then closing it.
	l, err := net.Listen("tcp", "localhost:0")
	if err != nil {
		t.Fatal(err)
	}
	laddr := l.Addr()
	l.Close()

	defer dialAndSend(t, laddr.Network(), laddr.String()).Close()
	defer dialAndSend(t, laddr.Network(), laddr.String()).Close()
	time.Sleep(1500 * time.Millisecond)
	l, err = net.Listen(laddr.Network(), laddr.String())
	if err != nil {
		t.Fatal(err)
	}

	in := NewFrameStreamSockInput(l)
	in.SetLogger(&testLogger{t})
	out := make(chan []byte)
	go in.ReadInto(out)
	readOne(t, out)
	readOne(t, out)
}

func BenchmarkConnectUnidirectional(b *testing.B) {
	b.StopTimer()
	l, err := net.Listen("tcp", "localhost:0")
	if err != nil {
		b.Fatal(err)
	}

	// read from tcp socket into outch
	outch := make(chan []byte, 32)
	go func() {
		// wait for connection
		s, err := l.Accept()
		if err != nil {
			b.Error(err)
			close(outch)
			return
		}

		// start rewriter
		in, err := NewFrameStreamInput(s, false)
		if err != nil {
			b.Error(err)
			close(outch)
			return
		}

		// read ASAP into outch
		in.ReadInto(outch)
		close(outch)
	}()

	// read from outch exactly b.N frames
	// this is separate from the above, because the process of rewriting tcp into outch
	// must run in parallel with reading b.N frames from outch
	readDone := make(chan struct{})
	go func() {
		// wait for the first frame before starting the timer
		<-outch
		i := 1

		b.StartTimer()
		for _ = range outch {
			i++
		}
		if i != b.N {
			b.Error("invalid frame count")
		}
		close(readDone)
	}()

	// connect to tcp socket and start the output loop
	c, err := net.Dial(l.Addr().Network(), l.Addr().String())
	if err != nil {
		b.Fatal(err)
	}
	out, err := NewFrameStreamOutput(c)
	if err != nil {
		b.Fatal(err)
	}
	go out.RunOutputLoop()

	// write to the output channel exactly b.N frames
	for i := 0; i < b.N; i++ {
		out.GetOutputChannel() <- []byte("frame")
	}
	out.Close()

	// wait for the reader
	<-readDone
}

func BenchmarkConnectBidirectional(b *testing.B) {
	b.StopTimer()
	l, err := net.Listen("tcp", "localhost:0")
	if err != nil {
		b.Fatal(err)
	}

	// start an infinite tcp socket reader
	in := NewFrameStreamSockInput(l)
	outch := make(chan []byte, 32)
	go in.ReadInto(outch)

	// read up to b.N frames in background
	readDone := make(chan struct{})
	go func() {
		<-outch
		b.StartTimer()
		for i := 1; i < b.N; i++ {
			<-outch
		} // NB: read never fails
		close(readDone)
	}()

	// connect to tcp socket and start the output loop
	out, err := NewFrameStreamSockOutput(l.Addr())
	if err != nil {
		b.Fatal(err)
	}
	go out.RunOutputLoop()

	// write to the output channel exactly b.N frames
	for i := 0; i < b.N; i++ {
		out.GetOutputChannel() <- []byte("frame")
	}
	out.Close()

	// wait for the reader
	<-readDone
}

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Constitution of AMAHOF
Sokeship
Grading Request
History of Sokeship Council
Nominee Application Form – 2020 Awards
Partner Recognition Award
Gary Johnson (2019)
Inducted into the A.M.A.H.O.F.(Inc) for 2019
Lifetime Achievement – Munen Muso Martial Arts
Inducted into the W.K.U.H.O.F. for 2019
From the moment Gary first stepped foot onto the mats as a child in 1973, he knew he would dedicate his life to learning and sharing Martial Arts. In 1986, Gary was a pioneer in the Central Coast Martial Arts Community, opening the regions first and only Martial Arts store, "Budo Martial Arts Supplies" from where he also began his career as an instructor.
Gary's passion for acquiring new skills in Martial Arts has seen him awarded Dan Level in multiple disciplines including 8th Degree Black Belt and Grandmaster Instructor Munen Muso Martial Arts Australia
In 2000, Gary was awarded the "Australian Sports Award" for his contributions to Martial Arts.
In 2003, Gary was bestowed the title "Kyoshi" by the International Kojosho Karate Federation and is one of the few Australians to have been personally endorsed by the Japanese Emperor with the status of "Samurai".
Gary was the first Westerner to be Awarded 7th Dan by Professor P. Skornia in Zen Do Ryu Karate and has trained under some of the greatest Masters including: Bruce Lee's only certified Jeet Kune Do instructor, Guro Dan Inosanto; Master Yamashita, who taught Richard Norton his trademark "Complexes"; Professor Steve Stewart, 8th Dan Master and Director of Australian Kyusho Research Centre; as well as World Kickboxing Champion, "Benny the Jet" Urquidez.
Gary has a passion for practical self-defence technique and has acquired expertise in many disciplines including: Kali, Penjak Silat, Wing Chun, Small Circle Jujitsu, Savate, Muay Thai, Kyusho Jitsu, Krav Maga, Kenpo and Haganagh; which he incorporates in his teaching.
With his wife, best friend and mother of his 2 children, Chief Instructor Kyoshi Leanne Johnson; Gary's greatest Martial Arts achievement was realised in 1998 when together, they created their own school, Munen Muso Martial Arts Australia which, in 2018, celebrated its 20th anniversary. Whilst the school has developed a reputation of excellence, having produced numerous national champions, Gary's proudest achievement is the passing on of his knowledge to the generations of students he has taught and seen develop into fine Martial Artists and citizens.
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Nominations for the 2020 presentation ceremony in Western Australia close on 28th February 2020.
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Equipment Manufacturers Launch 'I Make America Town Hall Tour'
Published: Thursday, 17 May 2018 08:00
With six months left before the midterm elections, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is hitting the road to educate and engage manufacturing voters about the policies that are critical to the future growth and success of their industry.
The initiative, which is part of the AEM's grassroots advocacy campaign "I Make America," will feature a series of events at equipment manufacturing facilities across the country. At a time when too many of the policy debates that directly impact the future of the equipment manufacturing industry take place in Washington, D.C., AEM is bringing policy and industry experts to shop floors for engaging and productive discussions with the men and women who help make America. The goal is to engage with supporters and inspire to help move a pro-manufacturing agenda forward.
"From much-needed investment in infrastructure and continued regulatory reform to the future of free trade agreements and the long-term prosperity of agricultural communities, there are certainly enough issues at play to make the midterm elections critical to the future of manufacturing in this country," said AEM President Dennis Slater.
The "I Make America Town Hall Tour" will kick off on Thursday, May 17 at AGCO Corp.'s manufacturing center in Jackson, Minn.,with a discussion about the symbiotic relationship between the agriculture economy and the equipment manufacturing industry. From there it will move on to Doosan-Bobcat's production facility in Bismarck, N.D., and Terex Corp.'s Genie manufacturing facility in Redmond, Wash.
Announced events:
Thursday, May 17 – Jackson, Minn. (AGCO Corp.).
Thursday, Aug.16 – Bismarck, N.D. (Doosan-Bobcat).
Thursday, Sept. 20 – Redmond, Wash. (Terex Corporation – Genie).
"As the equipment manufacturing industry faces unexpected challenges and unprecedented opportunities in Washington, it is more important than ever that we actively engage our 40,000 grassroots supporters and empower them to support pro-manufacturing policies at the ballot box," said Kip Eideberg, AEM vice president of public affairs and advocacy.
AEM I Make America equipment manufacturing midterm elections town hall
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Edging closer to equality
As 2018 draws to a close, it is an opportunity to reflect on the momentous progress seen this year in many countries on rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people.
We are nearing the end of a historic year for millions of LGBT people around the world. Thanks to the courage of LGBT activists who have fought for their rights publicly, knowing that it would likely mean rejection by their families and communities, possible incarceration or even death, four countries have seen significant legislative changes that positively affect LGBT communities.
Today, we recognise the achievements of individuals and groups who took on the very systems that marginalised them – and won.
Jason Jones celebrates his historic win against the government of Trinidad and Tobago
Jason Jones versus Trinidad and Tobago
Jason Jones, a prominent LGBT activist, fled Trinidad and Tobago in fear of his life following a spate of attacks. Despite his initial reservations and concerns not only for his livelihood, but also for his health, Jones showed unwavering determination to challenge the 'buggery' law that he believes led to the violence. In a damning legacy of British colonial-era rule, under sections 13 and 16 of Trinidad and Tobago's Sexual Offences Act 1986, same sex activity was prohibited and carried a 25 year prison sentence.
With invaluable pro-bono legal support he pursued a case that many believed was impossible to win. However, in April 2018, the High Court of Trinidad and Tobago delivered a landmark victory and turning point for LGBT rights in the Caribbean when it deemed the law unconstitutional.
Commenting on the case, Jones said: "Why did I do it? Because I am a product of homophobia. I have lost so much – family, friends and even my boyfriend could not take being second fiddle to my work. I am a man possessed. I don't want anyone else to have to go through the difficulties that I faced in Trinidad simply for being myself and loving someone of the same sex."
India repeals section 377
India took the first step to securing LGBT rights when in 2009 the Delhi High Court struck down the 150-year old anti-homosexuality law, previously penal code section 377, which criminalised same sex behaviour described as "carnal intercourse against the order of nature". For more than 15 years, activists have tirelessly petitioned India's Supreme Court to confirm the High Court's ruling. It took until September 2018 for the Supreme Court to finally strike down the unjust law, constitutionalising LGBT rights and enshrine it in law for good. For a country with a population of over 1.3 billion people, the ruling will bring about great improvements in the lives of so many LGBT people and their loved ones.
Speaking after the announcement, Ashok Row Kavi, Founder Chairperson of Humsafar Trust, said: "18 years of hard work has finally paid off but this is just the beginning of a long journey for equal rights in society. There is so much more to do, so many dreams have to come true, but today I look forward to a good night's sleep for I am no longer a criminal!"
Ending forced anal examinations in Kenya
The practice of forced anal testing is a degrading violation of human rights used by law enforcement agencies in many parts of Africa to criminalise people suspected of being gay. In a landmark victory in Kenya, secured by the National Gay and Lesbian and Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC), the courts ruled against the practice. The leading human rights organisation, committed to upholding rights of sexual minority groups in Kenya, had twice mounted legal challenges to the practice and, in March 2018, eventually won its case to end forced anal examinations on people who are accused of having same-sex relations. A spokesperson from the charity said: "The NGLHRC has long argued that the tests are a violation of rights to privacy and dignity and amount to torture."
Guyana strikes down colonial-era cross-dressing law
Nine years ago, four transgender women in Guyana were arrested and convicted under section 153(1)(xvlvii) of the Summary Jurisdiction (Offences) Act from 1893 for 'cross-dressing', this led them to lodge a case to challenge the constitutionality of the British colonial-era law, which was used to target the transgender community. In November 2018, the Caribbean Court of Justice upheld their appeal, paving the way for the further advancement of LGBT rights in the country.
Joel Simpson, Managing Director of Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination (SASOD), hailed the decision as "…a clarion call to engage state actors on how the law engenders social and economic exclusion of disadvantaged groups. Trans persons remain vulnerable to arrests for small crimes like loitering in Guyana's colonial-era vagrancy laws which are still on the statute books." He also added "This is a victory for human rights and justice in the Caribbean."
Progress today, challenges ahead
Despite these significant victories, violations continue around the world. In November, the regional governor of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania made a public announcement for residents to reveal the names of gay Tanzanians, which sent many LGBT people into hiding through fear for their safety with potentially little or no access to services for HIV testing and treatment. Christine Stegling, Executive Director of the Alliance, shared her concerns on the situation in Tanzania with CNN International and called for more conversations around sexuality and HIV to tackle the epidemic amongst those most affected.
On the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, LGBT activists in Uganda had their commemorations disrupted and forcibly closed under the orders of the Minister of Ethics and the local police.
The year's victories have been won in courtrooms and yet overturning laws and changing practices is just one step towards greater equality. As Gulliver McEwan, executive director of Guyana Trans United points out we need a double approach: "We strongly believe that changing hearts and minds is core in our advocacy strategies, when hearts and minds are changed laws and policies will follow."
As we say goodbye to 2018, Jason Jones's reflection on his legal victory encapsulates the spirit of this year's successes and its potential to create tangible and meaningful change.
"This victory is much more than just the legal challenge and constitutional reforms. It is a rallying cry for the LGBT community and our allies to stand up and be counted! Yes, there was pushback but we are pushing forward in ways never seen before. This is the Rosa Parks moment for LGBT people of the Caribbean and we shall NEVER sit in the back of the bus again."
Jason Jones, Guyana Trans United, NGLHRC and SASOD all received funds from the Alliance's Rapid Response Fund to support their legal cases; Humsafar Trust is an Alliance linking organisation; and NGLHRC is also a partner under the Alliance's PITCH programme.
The importance of catalytic investment for harm reduction
This briefing shows evidence of the importance of catalytic investment in harm reduction.
GALLERY: Raising the status of women who use drugs in India
WINGS - Women Initiating New Goals for Safety - aims to reduce violence and HIV among women who use drugs in India.
The systematic abuse of India's female opiate users
Women who use drugs are at increased risk from HIV and violence, but don't explicitly feature in official national data.
India's LGBTQ future - the new generation
What does the abolition of India's homophobic law mean for people living with HIV?
GALLERY: In our own words
Photographs from advocates in Myanmar, Nigeria and Uganda on the challenges they face to end AIDS by 2030.
Cast your vote for 'A blossom pink world' in UK Charity Film Awards
Alliance enters transgender rights film, 'A blossom pink world' into UK Charity Film Awards 2019
GALLERY: Demanding equal rights to HIV & SRHR services in Nigeria
A series of photographs from PITCH advocates in Nigeria documenting key issues on rights and access to HIV and SRHR services.
Women and girls in Uganda speak up for right to HIV and SRHR services
Photos by girls and young women, in their diversity, describing how stigma and discrimination prevent them from accessing services.
READY to Lead: 5 questions for International Day of the Girl
We speak to mentor Audrey Nosenga from Zimbabwe Young Positives (ZY+) on the transformative power of peer support.
Recognising sex worker rights in Myanmar: Ma Nwe's story
Ma Nwe is a former sex worker who now works as a community advocate supporting others facing violence and discrimination.


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The government launched the Help to Buy scheme in April of 2013. It's reported that over 215,000 borrowers jumped on the offer and with good reason. It is a good scheme that's helped thousands of FSBs (First Time Buyers) get onto the property ladder.
The Help to Buy scheme offers a 20% equity loan based on the market price of the home at the time of purchase. The loan is repayable interest-free for the first five years. After the five years, interest is applied at a monthly rate of 1.75% rising annually in line with inflation.
This is five years in, so those that joined the scheme five years ago are now facing equity loan interest repayments of 1.75 % of the outstanding amount of the loan.
It stands to reason that this month sees a spike in the amount of interest there is for remortgaging, but the catch is, the government loan may need to be repaid from the equity to access the vast majority of remortgage products. There's still a long way to go for more lenders to enter the remortgage market with products tailored to customers with equity loans from the government.
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Brokers have access to a variety of lenders, each of which uses a varied set of criteria in determining the amount that can be borrowed based on the equity and what's repayable on the government loan if at all any is. It is possible to retain the Help to Buy equity loan and remortgage at a better rate. Just not the best rate as it turns out.
You can choose to keep the loan in place and remortgage what's left. If you plan on repaying the loan amount from the Help to Buy scheme, you can either repay the whole amount borrowed – 20% of the property price when you bought the home – or you can use staircasing to repay 10% of the amount borrowed. The remaining 10% will accrue interest at the current monthly rate of 1.75% per month.
The trap that consumers are finding with the remortgage situation is that the limited mainstream lenders have no or low-cost fees associated with remortgaging such as the Leeds Building Society which currently offers a no-fee option. Brokers have more options and access to better rates, but the high admin fees are making it a distant dream.
Some costs are reported to be in excess of £700 before administration fees are applied. There are exceptions as lenders have products available without consumer advice, and because of that, are only available through intermediaries to ensure consumers have information before entering into any agreements associated with the products.
If you're currently subject to the terms of the Help to Buy scheme, you may find yourself limited in what you can do with the property concerning extending it, and upgrading it due to approval issues. You will need approval from a Help to Buy agent to alter the building. If you have plans that require approval, the only way around that is to repay the entire 20% back to the government and break yourself out of the agreement.
If you're okay with the terms and happy to leave things as is, but you've reached the end of your mortgage term, the mainstream lenders above are the only ones offering to remortgage homes where Help to Buy schemes are in place.
The problem you'll encounter is the amount of equity you have in your home, because technically, while that 20% equity loan is in place, that's 20% of your property owned by the government, therefore, anything you've paid off will still leave you with a lower equity because there's 20% owned elsewhere.
The good news is that the Help to Buy loan is based on the original market price of your home. The amount you can borrow is based on the equity you have in your home just now at the current market price. Therefore, if the value of your home has risen, you'll have more stake in it. The government won't because they've stipulated that the loan is based on the market price of the property when you bought it. If your home has lost value since then, you will have a more significant problem with remortgaging.
In any case, the valuation costs are the main issue because you need to know the market price of the home now, so you and lenders know the amount you need to borrow.
In addition to that, it's worthwhile considering whether to retain the Help to Buy loan. While that's in place, there's 20% equity you don't have, which is what's currently limiting remortgage choices because you already have an existing 75% LTV mortgage, which is low but not unheard of even without the Help to Buy scheme.
The calculations you should be making are whether it makes more financial sense to keep the 20% Help to Buy loan in place, and pay the 1.75% interest monthly rather than releasing more equity from your home to repay the Help to Buy loan, thereby increasing the equity you have in your home solely without the government scheme owning any equity.
When it's only you that holds equity in the property, there's a larger lender pool and certainly more choice. It's probably worth considering approaching the broader market through a broker for advice, as the mainstream lenders are offering limited choices. Besides, some products are only provided through intermediaries ensuring there's impartial advice offered to customers, so even going directly to a mortgage lender, doesn't guarantee you'll get the best deal because you need to be advised before entering into a mortgage agreement.


Sara replies with an attentive 'yes' as she, too, prepares to embark on an online-gaming session that can last hours.
Sara tried countless diets to no avail, describing the results as a yo-yo effect, where she would lose about 50 pounds and regain 70 pounds soon after.
Sara tried the gym, but didn't feel comfortable working out in front of others. "I always feel like I'm being looked at or judged," she says. In an attempt to look for a different alternative, the couple purchased an elliptical to workout at home. The solution lasted for merely a week before the piece of equipment was put away.
Weight and self-image is something that has always been on Sara's and Sam's mind. But despite their many efforts, nothing seemed to work. They had thought about potentially undergoing surgery, but felt there was a negative stigma attached to this option because others claimed it was 'cheating'. Their perception changed when one day an opportunity to look at things differently came knocking at their door, literally.
The woman who I met weighing over 300 pounds was now 120 pounds.
The couple started looking up the doctor their neighbor had used after the raving review, but were not fully sold on the idea until they came across Courtney Doyle, MD, general and bariatric surgeon with AAMG Surgical Specialists in Annapolis. After talking to other people who had done the surgery and meeting with Dr. Doyle personally, the couple was ready to move to the next step.
The AAMC Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery Program performs more than 700 bariatric surgeries every year, a steady increase over the last few years. Recent research by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery found that 90 percent of patients were successful in maintaining 50 percent or more of their weight loss after their bariatric surgery.
There are also health benefits that result from this, with data showing remission of Type 2 diabetes in more than 80 percent of patients after undergoing a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy. After a gastric sleeve surgery, most patients can expect to lose up to 33 percent of excess weight by three months, 50 percent of excess weight by six months, and up to 70 percent of excess weight after the first year following the procedure.
LEARN MORE: Dr. Courtney Doyle discusses bariatric surgery at AAMC's Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery program, and how it can change patients' lives.
Dr. Doyle is a board-certified, fellowship-trained laparoscopic general and bariatric surgeon at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She is an expert in both primary bariatric surgeries and bariatric revision surgery. To schedule a visit with her and explore your personal bariatric journey, call 443-481-6699.
Dr. Doyle first met the couple a few months ago. She recalls Sam was the first one to come in to the office and said he wanted to do this together with Sara. "They felt like they were in a position where they were ready to do well and support each other through the process," she says.
After attending AAMC's free bariatric seminar, where Sara and Sam learned about the types of weight loss surgery, program requirements, insurance specifics, and other details to start their weight loss journey, they put a date on their calendar for an official consultation. For Sara, the best option was to opt in for the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
The smaller stomach pouch limits how much food a person can eat at one time and in turn, will help Sara to feel full more quickly and for a longer period.
They're looking for a way to do that and this surgery is a really nice way to help them get to a healthy lifestyle without having to feel every day like they're constantly on a diet.
Sara underwent surgery in January. While she continues on her successful recovery, Sam has yet to schedule his surgery due to a fractured arm. However, his excitement of being by her side while she recovers is adding to the anticipation. Stay tuned in to the Weigh Beyond series for part 2 as we continue to follow their journey in real-time.
Take the first step on your journey to weight loss. Register today for one of our free seminars to learn more about weight loss surgery (also called bariatric surgery).
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If you are ever wanting to visit Ambattur Railway Station in Chennai city, then you might know that it is a popular tourist spot. The best thing about Chennai is that it has a lot of tourist attractions. The best tourist attractions in Chennai are sri ramachandra university, wavin bus stop, and thirumangalam metro station apart from Ambattur Railway Station. Famous localities around Ambattur Railway Station are . These places are among the best places to go in Chennai . If you are looking for stay options near Ambattur Railway Station, then Ulo Panasia Residency, Ginger Chennai (Vadapalani), and Radha Regent-A Sarovar Hotel are some of the great options to stay at.
There are other great hotels near Ambattur Railway Station, which you may select according to your budget. These hotels offer you with the best amenities like Coffe Shop, Restaurant, and Pool. But, if you are looking for some cheaper hotels, then you should check Ulo Panasia Residency, Green Grande Inn, and FabHotel Alreef Residency Vadaplani.
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Sekondi Nov.18 - GNA -A Sekondi High Court presided over by Mr Justice Clemence J. Honyenugah, on Thursday sentenced three armed robbers to a total of 90 years imprisonment in hard labour.
The accused are Wahab Amidu, a 20 year old unemployed and Issah Abubaicar, a 25 year old hawker, who received 35 years imprisonment each.
The other convicted person, Musah Mohammed, a herdsman, was jailed 20 years.
They all pleaded not guilty to the charge of robbery.
Passing sentence, Mr Justice Honyenugah deplored the activities of armed robbers, saying people who want to live in luxury must work for it and sweat to support their lifestyles.
He said such people do not have to take up arms and deprive others of what has taken them years to acquire overnight, in order to lead the kind of lives they want.
Mr Justice Honyenuah said the arm of the law is long and would sooner or later catch up with those involved in armed robbery and other crimes. He said the fact that the country is a democracy does not mean the people could do whatever they want even in contravention of the law adding those who break the law must be made to pay for it.
Mr Justice Honyenuah said the prosecution has proved beyond reasonable doubt that the accused committed robbery.
He ordered that some stolen mobile phones found with the accused persons be returned to their owners.
The case of the prosecution was that at about 1.00 a.m. on August 29 this year, the accused persons and others now at large mounted an illegal road block at a spot between Nsuaem and Essaman on the Takoradi-Tarkwa motorway.
He said the robbers armed with knives, cutlasses and other offensive weapons stopped 14 passenger vehicles and robbed about 40 people on board of their mobile phones and cash at gunpoint.
The prosecution said the robbers stopped an Urvan bus with registration number WR 1181 S heading from Dompim towards Takoradi. He said the driver of the vehicle, Anthony Yamikeh Edula was asked at gunpoint to put off the light in the vehicle and come out of the vehicle with the passengers.
The prosecution said when they had done so, the robbers got the keys to the vehicle from the driver, loaded their booty into it and drove away leaving their victims behind.
He said later, Edula boarded a Takoradi bound vehicle and when he got to the Apremdo barrier, he made a report of the incident and his stolen vehicle to the Police.
The prosecution said Edula then proceeded to the Kwesiminstim Police Station and lodged a complaint.
He said the Police mounted a search for the robbers on vehicles passing through the Apremdo barrier and the accused persons were arrested on three different vehicles.
The prosecution said when the accused persons were searched cash and mobile phones, including that of Edula were found on them. He said Edula was brought down to Kwesimintsim Police Station and identified the accused persons.
The prosecution said Edula vehicle was later found abandoned in a bush near a by-pass at Agona-Nkwanta.


Clinic in Nice opens its doors to UK clients for Cosmetic surgery.
The ease of access from most parts of the UK now make it perfectly acceptable to travel to France at a reasonable cost and benefit from the lower costs of Surgical and Medical procedures afforded by the medical and clinical profession in France. The report also states that all of the Medical and Professional Qualification of the Practitioners in France is Comparable to the standards expected in Great Britain thanks to EU standardisation of Medical Qualification. France also Benefits from what is Considered by many to be one of the best Health Service providers in the Western World.
Satisfied past patients and recommendations . . .
I had for some time wished to rid myself of bags under my eyes. I researched this in the UK and found the prices to be inhibitive. I then looked at Europe as an alternative where I made contact with Laser Clinics (France) Ltd.
They arranged for me to have my surgery at their Clinic in Nice Southern France. I have in the past had a great deal of experience with the NHS and surgery in the UK, but none in Europe, I was therefore a little apprehensive, however Mrs Law of Medicare Services reassured me completely and I found her help and professionalism very comforting.
I Flew to Nice on Friday 7th of January and met The Surgeon Dr Denis Boucq, and his anaesthetist on that day. I found the Clinic to be very clean and comfortable, comparative to private clinics in the UK.. The staff were also very friendly. I had my surgery ( Upper and Lower Eyelids ) on Monday the 10th. The procedure took approximately one hour and was conducted with both local anaesthesia and "Deep" sedative intravenous drugs. I have no memory of the surgery as I slept all through it all. After surgery I was given a private room to recover and was looked after constantly by nursing staff. Within a few hours I was back in my hotel room feeling good and pain free.
A week later I had the sutures removed by Dr Boucq and I was very pleased with the almost immediate results. My bags had gone completely and I could see my upper eyelids with only a tiny bit of bruising.
I would highly recommend I-Care Medicare, especially Mrs Law, for organising my procedure and for putting my mind at rest. Dr Boucq for his excellent surgery. The Anaesthetist for his wonderful anaesthetic procedure and the nursing staff of Clinic for their friendliness and professionalism.
Finally I can not think of a better place than Nice to recover. With its wonderful food and almost yearly sunshine it is certainly better than a week sitting in Bristol.
As you can see from the before and after pictures of my recent Face Lift Operation, it has changed my life completely. The excess skin over my eyes and under my chin had depressed me for most of my life, as they were hereditary. I also had problems with odd sticking out ears.
Here you see me after just 5 days, and it just keeps getting better !!!
It was a big decision to make, but the dedicated Professionalism of the team at Mozart Clinic In Nice France and their aftercare program proved to be second to none.
My Special thanks go to Dr D Boucq, who had a real challenge on his hands, Sophia my "personal" nurse for helping me through my first night, and special Thanks to Tullia of Medicare services for coordinating everything for me.
I had wanted a face for some time, especially to rid myself of the extra skin above and below my eyes and also my neck which I felt gave my age away.
I did a search on the internet where I found Medicare Services so I sent them an E-mail and with a short period of time Mrs Tullia Law contacted me and with her help arranged for an appointment at he Clinic in Nice. On the Friday of my arrival I was met by Dr Denis boucq and his anesthetist who both gave me reassurance and advice about the procedures.
The Clinic was clean and all of the staff were very friendly, and on the monday I was admitted for my operation. I have little memory of the operation itself due to the anesthetics. Afterwards I was given a private room with constant nursing care.
The following day I returned to my hotel and a few days later the sutures were removed and the extraordinary results were evident and continue to improve daily.
The Clinic Mozart in Nice is well located and the all of the amenities are close by. My stay was a pleasant and enjoyable experience with a little holiday as a bonus.
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When Derby County's incredible journey reached its dream destination with victory over West Brom
Steve Nicholson takes us back to day remembered fondly by Rams fans...
Derby County celebrate following the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final at Wembley Stadium (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
Derby County are gearing up for the next clash in the Sky Bet Championship, where they face a trip to West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday night (8pm).
The Rams travel to the Hawthorns on the back of a 2-1 win over Sheffield United at the weekend, with Craig Bryson and Jack Marriott netting the goals for Derby.
This is the first time that Derby will face West Brom since their FA Cup Third Round tie back in January 2017.
But there's another past meeting between the two clubs that is remembered fondly by Rams fans.
On May 28, 2007, more than 30,000 Derby supporters descended on the capital for the Championship play-off final at Wembley Stadium.
The Rams would go on to beat West Brom 1-0 thanks to a Stephen Pearson goal, and Steve Nicholson takes us back to that memorable day.
Derby County's incredible journey over the past 12 months has reached its dream destination: The Rams are back in the Premiership.
An explosion of noise from a 33,500-strong black-and-white army of fans greeted Derby's 1-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion in yesterday's Championship play-off final at Wembley and confirmed the club's return to the top flight after an absence of five years.
This season has been unexpectedly excellent because such a day was unthinkable a little over a year ago when the Rams were drifting in dangerous waters.
They were crippled by a £50m-plus debt and had a weary, depleted squad in need of urgent attention after battling to scrape clear of relegation.
Ambitous new owners took over and have nursed an ailing club to better health.
They installed Billy Davies as a manager capable of leading the revolution and the fiercely determined Scot, backed by the board, has revamped and revitalised the team.
What a triumph it has been for board, manager, staff and players because the club was dead on its feet. They can all bask in the warm glow of promotion.
Derby County manager Billy Davies celebrates following the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final at Wembley Stadium (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
And so too can the fans whose loyalty has been quite staggering given what they had to endure before this most welcome season.
The final was billed the richest one-off game in world football with the winners unlocking the treasure chest and collecting a pot of Premiership gold worth up to £60m.
And it was one of Davies' January signings, Stephen Pearson, who hit the winner.
Margins are often fine in matches of huge significance and the decisive moment came just after the hour mark.
Matt Oakley's wholehearted challenge in midfield won possession and Steve Howard released substitute Giles Barnes behind Albion's back line.
Barnes delivered an inviting low cross and the athletic Pearson, a player with the ability to eat up ground on his many surges, slid the ball past Dean Kiely from six yards. What a time to score your first goal for the club.
Pearson was the goal hero, but all the players were heroes.
Championship clubs, including Derby, have been saying all season that Albion have the best group of players in the division and despite finishing eight points ahead of the Baggies, the Rams went into the final as underdogs.
But they have thrived in the role all season, and did so again.
Albion have hit 100 goals in all competitions during the campaign thanks in the main to strikers Diomansy Kamara and Kevin Phillips. They were always going to put Derby under pressure and to shut them out is no mean achievement.
Nor is it a fluke.
Derby County's Matt Oakley (front right) celebrates with the trophy alongside team-mates after the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final against West Bromwich Albion (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
Derby had one of the best defensive records in the Championship and this was their 13th 1-0 victory of the season. Full credit goes to the goalkeeper and back four.
Centre-backs Darren Moore and Dean Leacock headed and tackled, Jay McEveley made some crucial blocks and on-loan right-back Tyrone Mears produced his best display in a Rams shirt.
Stephen Bywater was clearly in no mood to be beaten and dealt confidently with Albion's efforts on target.
His best save came in the opening minute.
Kamara escaped the attention of Seth Johnson and his low shot was heading for the bottom corner until Bywater went full stretch to push the ball away. It was a fine stop, more so because it was the keeper's first involvement in the game.
Jason Koumas provided the main threat to Derby and showed why he is rated one of the best players in the Championship.
The left-sided midfielder can run at players, beat them and is never afraid to shoot.
One of his slalom runs ended when he went down in the area under a challenge from Mears. Screams for a penalty were waved away by referee Graham Poll who correctly judged that Mears played the ball - a very good decision from the referee who was officiating in his final club match.
Koumas set up Zoltan Gera whose volley was blocked by McEveley, Koumas then drove a shot wide and saw a teasing cross tipped away by Bywater before Albion produced their best move of the first half.
Derby County manager Billy Davies kisses the trophy after the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final against West Bromwich Albion at Wembley Stadium (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
Kamara found Gera and his clever lay off picked out Phillips. He took the ball in his stride and fortunately for the Rams his shot grazed the top of the bar.
Much of Derby's play in the opening half was scrappy and nervy, but they created and squandered the clearest chance on 10 minutes.
Davies sprang a surprise by handing Paul Peschisolido only his fifth start of the season and his second since September 20.
The manager wanted the 36-year-old to pose the Albion defence problems with his busy style in and around the box, and was banking on the striker's knack of sniffing out a goal, something he has done throughout his career.
Peschisolido had an opportunity to do just that when put through by Steve Howard. A case of the right man in the right place, but he snatched at his shot and sent the ball tamely at Kiely. The chance fell on Peschisolido's weaker foot, his left, but he had more time than he realised and should have done much better.
That man Koumas started the second half by testing Bywater from distance but Derby improved and their counter-attacking was given a greater edge by the introduction of Barnes.
And the 18-year-old made an immediate impact.
First, he linked with Craig Fagan on the right and Oakley's wonderful first-time strike deserved a goal and would have brought one had it not been for Kiely's brilliant tip over.
Derby County's Giles Barnes (left) and Matt Oakley celebrate with the trophy after the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final against West Bromwich Albion (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
Derby's goal arrived a minute later, with Barnes playing a big part, and the youngster's pace and strength had the beating of Chris Perry and Co in Albion's defence.
Perry clearly took exception to being left for dead on the goal and crudely scythed Barnes down to become one of eight players booked.
Perry's centre-back partner Sam Sodje was looking more and more uncomfortable as the game unfolded and he was a little lucky to escape a second yellow when he fouled Oakley.
Rather than continuing to trouble Albion in forward areas, Barnes was asked to fill in when possible on the left of midfield as Derby defended their lead but this invited Albion onto them.
Gera and Nathan Ellington shot straight at Bywater who also held a header from Paul Robinson. Mears then produced another superbly-timed challenge to nick the ball away from Darren Carter who had charged into the box.
Johnson, whose snap was preferred to David Jones' smoothness in midfield, limped off after a Trojan-like display and Oakley alongside him was magnificent.
Howard became an emergency defender late on and three Rams players received yellow cards in the nerve-wracking four minutes of stoppage time as they dug in for victory.
The whistle brought scenes of utter jubilation.
Derby's first visit to Wembley in 13 years, their biggest game since they last won promotion in 1996 and one of the most significant in their history given the financial magnitude of reaching the Premiership, had been won.
For Davies, it is third time lucky after missing out with Preston in the previous two seasons.
For Derby, promotion is deserved because they finished third and proved more consistent over the campaign than West Brom.
How will they cope in the Premiership? That discussion is for another day.
For now, relish the fact that top-flight football is on its way back to Pride Park Stadium.
Derby County manager Billy Davies celebrates with the trophy after the Coca-Cola Championship Play-Off Final against West Bromwich Albion at Wembley Stadium (Image: John Stillwell/PA Wire)
DERBY COUNTY: Bywater; Mears, Moore, Leacock, McEveley; Fagan, Oakley, S Johnson, Pearson; Peschisolido, Howard.
Subs: Barnes (for Peschisolido, 58), Edworthy (for Fagan, 83), Jones (for Johnson, 87), Macken, Camp (gk).
WEST BROMWICH ALBION: Kiely; McShane, Sodje, Perry, Robinson; Gera, Koren, Greening, Koumas; Phillips, Kamara.
Subs: Carter (for Gera, 71), Ellington (for McShane, 71), Clement (for Sodje, 81), Chaplow, Daniels (gk).
REFEREE: G Poll (Hertfordshire).
ATTENDANCE: 74,993.
SCORER:
Pearson (61) 1-0
Derby County: Peschisolido (31) foul on Robinson; Mears (47) foul on Koumas; Jones (90) dissent; Bywater (90) time wasting; Oakley (90) foul on Koumas.
West Bromwich Albion: Sodje (37) foul on Howard; McShane (40) foul on Howard; Perry (65) foul on Barnes.


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Human Rights Post
Indian health workers transform care for women survivors of violence
In the central-west Indian State of Maharashtra, health professionals are pioneering a better way to prevent, root-out and respond to violence against women.
One in three women experience intimate partner violence or sexual violence in their lifetimes. Yet, in the past, survivors seeking medical care here were patched up and sent home without further help.
"I remember treating a woman living with violence, all I could do was send her home," says Dr Nisha Jha, a physician at the Aurangabad Hospital, one of three hospitals applying new methods.
"Later that night, I wrote a poem about it. I wish I could have helped her escape."
It was arguably worse for survivors of sexual assault, who were marched to hospital by police officers for invasive examinations and faced a barrage of questions that compounded their trauma.
"Staff would say, 'Another curse has landed. They do what they want, and then they come to us,'" says Dr Shrinivas Gaddappa, Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Aurangabad Hospital.
"As soon as a woman came in, we would take them for a 'two-finger test,' and ask them; 'How many times did you do it? Did you feel anything?'"
"But since our training, we've stopped doing all that. Today, we treat them with dignity."
Woman-centered care
Violence against women is a major public health and human rights issue, with intimate partner violence and sexual violence among the most pervasive forms of violence against women.
Health workers are often the first professional contact point for survivors, and in 2013, WHO released the first global guidelines for healthcare providers to respond.
The guidelines aim to raise awareness of violence and give direction on how to identify survivors, providing first-line support, treatment, psychosocial support and mental health care.
In Maharashtra, 25 trainers, heads of department and managers from three hospitals – Aurangabad, Miraj and Sangli – have passed on the knowledge to 220 more doctors, nurses and social workers.
"We have to go through the L.I.V.E.S process slowly. That's listening, inquiring, validating, and enhancing safety and support," says Dr Anita Basavaraja, Head General Medicine at the Miraj Hospital.
"All this gives us time to speak with them and develop a rapport."
"We selected three departments – obstetrics and gynecology, general medicine and casualty – as women often seek medical care there," says Sanjida Arora from CEHAT – the Centre for Enquiry into Health and Allied Themes – a nongovernmental organization that is assessing the impact of the trainings.
Big improvements
"Domestic violence has always been there," says Dr Pallavi Sapale, the dean of the Miraj Medical College and Hospital, "before, we only saw the ones that were visibly bruised, but now we spot the clues."
"Those that chose to stay under the radar, or didn't explain the roots of their injuries, were often missed, as we just took things at face value. But now, our staff can pick up the clues."
From the first survey of the training programme, it's clear there has been a big improvement in the knowledge, attitudes and skills of health workers in addressing violence against women.
"I feel very empowered," says Bhushani Deep, a Social Services Officer at the Sangli Hospital. "My view of the women that come in has changed, and I feel more confident that I can help them."
The focus is on safety, confidentiality, privacy and a sympathetic response to build trust for a continuum of care, and as such, all three hospitals have rearranged their facilities to improve privacy.
Information on where to find further support is made available to all patients, and with increasing numbers of survivors placing trust in hospital staff, women who have been helped are ringing in more survivors.
"The numbers are huge," says CEHAT's Arora. "In just nine months, they've identified and responded to over 500 cases."
Key findings from the application of WHO's guidelines in Maharashtra will be shared with partners from government, civil society and key professional bodies across India, with an eye on being rolled out nationwide.
WHO, in line with commitments under its global plan of action on strengthening the role of the health systems in addressing violence against women and girls, is facilitating similar training programmes in Namibia, Pakistan, Uganda, Uruguay and Zambia.
Irfan Sheikh
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The event is at a place called x-church in Gainsborough, England. Our project is a visual arts led community building with a vibrant youth arts project. Each year at x-24 we create an event that is a combination of more usual festival things like music, food and drink plus a strong visual arts component. This year we are running a 24hr Cinema showing the work of many artists responding to a broad idea relating to 'separation/boundaries/barriers'. The response to our call out for work has been very good so we are confident that we will be able to encourage people to think a lot about these very contemporary (and timeless) issues. This will be particularly pertinent because our town is situated in Lincolnshire where two thirds of people voted OUT in the recent BREXIT referendum!
The event will be run by Slumgothic Ltd which is a not for profit arts organisation that was started ten years ago by two of us who used to run a more conventional white box contemporary art gallery.
Trailer: 24 HR CINEMA || Festival x-24 || 16th-17th July 2016 || x-church, Gainsborough UK from Fenia Kotsopoulou on Vimeo.


Discussion in 'Macro, Flowers, Insects, and Greenery' started by kramp, May 25, 2005.
Went over to the pond this afternoon with some hip waders, lots of creatures in and flying above the water.
I was using the 300 f4 afs + kenko Pro 300 teleconverter. The Dragon is uncropped and the Damsel I did a vertical crop, pretty good magnification for a telephoto lens.
Thanks Keith, there must be some dragonfly larvae in the pond now with all the adults there I will have to go hunting for them so I can add to my underwater bug collection.
martin .. great work with fine details!
i love allof them, but especially the first - its like its coming out of the dark. i like those special light!
Thanks Klaus, I appreciate the comment.
Isn't it great what excellent 'almost macro' shots these 300mm telephoto lenses can produce? Maybe not quite as good as a true macro, but danged close, and the working distance is so much more convenient.
I really like the 3rd one. Great color, very clear. Looks to be on a Yucca plant leaf. Great shots and it had to be fun with the selected equipment.
Yes, nothing like five feet of workiung distance, it allowed me to use the tripod for these skittish insects.
I just got tired of the water running into the top of my boot when I squat down to get the shot.
Thanks Dave, he is on a blade of grass, and is just over an inch long.
Hi Martin. The spring is so damn cold in Cornwall UK that there is very little Odonata about at present, although there are in other parts of the UK.
In the UK the first is known as L.quadrimaculta. The Four Spotted Chaser, and the second would be C. puella. The Azure Damselfly.
Thank goodness I am off to France soon, as I am getting serious withdrawl symptoms.
Martin, excellent job! As Klaus already said, the first one is special.
It will warm up soon Bob, we are getting are first really warm weekend coming up so I will try to spend some time at the pond.
Thanks for the comment Harry, I am going to try some later light tonight and see how that works. maybe I will get more like that.
Thanks for the comment Bryan.
They are all extremely well done, however I like the damselfly the best. I have taken literally dozens and dozens of blue damselfly photos and have yet to capture one as good as this--excellent! Keep up the good work!
Thank you very much for the nice comment Jerry, much appreciated.