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Mountaineers eye 4th Logan Cup title in a row
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Despite losing two of their stalwarts, Mountaineers will be looking to lift the Logan Cup for an historic fourth time in a row as the first-class competition gets Zimbabwe's 2019/20 domestic season underway on Thursday this week.
The defending champions will face Tuskers in the season-opener scheduled for 12-15 December at Old Hararians Sports Club in the capital, while at the same time Eagles will be taking on Rhinos at Harare Sports Club.
A fifth side, Rangers, from the Alistair Campbell High Performance Programme, has been added to the premier provincial competitions, but they will only make their Logan Cup bow next week.
Having completely dominated the four-day competition for the past three seasons, Mountaineers will once again start as favourites for the coveted silverware.
"We have done well over the last three seasons and we will definitely be the team to beat," Mountaineers coach Shepherd Makunura said.
"We would obviously love to make it four out of four, but we are wary of competition from the other sides."
But having lost veteran batsmen Hamilton Masakadza and Forster Mutizwa, who both recently retired, will the defending champions cope without the duo?
"It's never easy to replace such big players like Hamilton and Forster who have played a pivotal role for us over the years, but it's time for the other players raise their hands and stand up and be counted," Makunura said.
"I believe we can still retain the trophy with efforts from all the other players. We still have the likes of Timycen Maruma, Roy Kaia, Kevin Kasuza, Tendai Chatara and Donald Tiripano, just to name a few."
Mountaineers lost their first Logan Cup match last year – which was to be their only defeat in the competition – but this time round Makunura is looking to start off with a bang.
"It's always important to get off to a winning start and that way you do not put pressure on yourselves too early on in the season. So we hope to get off to a good start," he said.
Their opponents this week, Tuskers, did not have a great campaign last season, failing to win any of their Logan Cup matches, but they will be looking to bounce back and challenge for the title.
"We started off slowly in our Logan Cup campaign last season but by the end we were moving in the right direction, which was positive. Another round of matches would have seen us recording some wins," Tuskers coach Douglas Hondo said.
"We will hopefully get out of the blocks quicker this season. It's is a new season and a new beginning, so we will take all the positives from last season and use them as our driving force.
"We have most of our seasoned campaigners available at the start this time round and we have also made a few additions to our roster, so that should boost our drive."
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Q: excel/vba syntax error on passing "Range(...) As Range) to Sub? I'm using excel to breadboard an app I'm designing. I have the following Sub declared in vba:
Sub MakeThickOutsideBorder(ByVal theBox As Range)
...draw the border...
End Sub

When I call it like so:
Set box = Range(ActiveCell, Cells(lastRow, lastCol))
MakeThickOutsideBorder (box)

all is well.
If I call it like so:
MakeThickOutsideBorder (Range(ActiveCell, Cells(lastRow, lastCol)))

at runtime, I get "object required" on the call.
If I try to edit the call:
MakeThickOutsideBorder (Range(ActiveCell, Cells(lastRow, lastCol)) As Range)

(Code completion specifically suggests this syntax) I get a compile error.
Obviously, I have a work around, so the problem isn't holding up this particular exercise, but I'd like to understand what's going on. I've surfed the Microsoft documentation, but haven't achieved any deep understanding.
Links to documentation I haven't stumbled across much appreciated.
Office 365 on macOS
Thanks

A: I actually get the error with both sets of code and the reason is the use of () around the argument being passed.
That causes whatever is in the brackets to be evaluated, in this case the ranges will be evaluated to an array of values.
So the 'simplest' solution is to not use the ().
Alternatively you can use Call.
Call MakeThickOutsideBorder(box)

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GMO Free USA Campaigns to Stop Scotts' Genetically Modified Roundup-Ready Grass
National nonprofit GMO Free USA has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of Scotts Miracle-Gro Company's genetically modified (GM), Roundup-Ready, ProVista brand turf grass and seed. The nonprofit is calling on major retailers to pledge that they won't sell the herbicide-tolerant GM grass. Read more.
CRISPR GMOs — What Have they Done for Us?
CRISPR is one of a suite of technologies used to perform a new kind of genetic engineering called gene-editing. CRISPR doesn't actually create anything itself. Its main function is to make a cut in a strand of DNA, which is why it is referred to as "genetic scissors". After the cut, the organism will either be left to repair itself/mutate or be given "instructions" via the insertion of other genetic material, on how to repair itself in a way that creates a unique new organism. Read more.
Federal Court Declares Genetically Engineered Salmon Unlawful
Today, the US District Court for the Northern District of California ruled that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) violated core environmental laws in approving the genetically engineered salmon. The Court ruled that FDA ignored the serious environmental consequences of approving genetically engineered salmon and the full extent of plans to grow and commercialize the salmon in the U.S. and around the world, violating the National Environmental Policy Act. Read more.
Forests are About to Become Genetically Modified
Since long before the first settlers arrived in North America until the mid-1950s, there were billions of American chestnut trees (Castanea dentata) blanketing the forests from Maine to Florida.1 The deciduous trees could grow more than 100 feet tall and span 9 feet around. In fact, a lone chestnut estimated at 100 years old, was discovered in Maine in 2015, measuring out to a towering 115 feet tall. Read more.
A lab experiment aimed at fixing defective DNA in human embryos shows what can go wrong with this type of gene editing and why leading scientists say it's too unsafe to try. In more than half of the cases, the editing caused unintended changes, such as loss of an entire chromosome or big chunks of it. Read more.
California Supreme Court Denies Review of Monsanto Roundup Trial Loss
The California Supreme Court will not review a California man's trial win over Monsanto, dealing another blow to Monsanto's German owner, Bayer AG. The decision to deny a review in the case of Dewayne "Lee" Johnson marks the latest in a string of court losses for Bayer as it tries to complete settlements with close to 100,000 plaintiffs who each claim they or their loved ones developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma from exposure to Roundup and other Monsanto weed killers. Juries in each of three trials held to date have found not only that the company's glyphosate-based herbicides cause cancer but also that Monsanto spent decades hiding the risks. Read more.
Carcinogenic Glyphosate Banned in Mexico, But Still 'Safe' in US
When will the US EPA ban this poison? Action Alert! Mexico recently joined a host of other countries in phasing out the use of glyphosate, the active ingredient in the world's most popular herbicide, Roundup. The US Environmental Protection Agency, however, has remained committed to protecting Big Ag and keeping glyphosate on the market; similar government cronyism from Congress and the USDA has allowed Big Food to hide the GMO content of food. These are two more examples of the government undermining our health—we must push back. Read more.
Percy Schmeiser, farmer known for fight against Monsanto, dead at 89
Percy Schmeiser, whose name became synonymous with the legal fight against patent rights centred around Monsanto's genetically modified canola, has died…The Saskatchewan farmer became famous in the late 1990s after agrochemical giant Monsanto took him to court. The company had found its genetically modified canola in Schmeiser's field, but he had never paid for the right to grow it. Read more.
Bayer's Monsanto Headache Persists
The migraine that is Monsanto doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon for Bayer AG. Efforts at settling the mass of lawsuits brought in the United States by tens of thousands of people who claim Monsanto's Roundup herbicides gave them cancer continue to inch forward, but are not addressing all outstanding cases, nor are all plaintiffs offered settlements agreeing to them. Read more.
In Arkansas, Backlash Against Dicamba Pesticide Regulation Gets Personal
Here's a shocking story about the latest developments in the dicamba wars in the US. Dicamba is a drift-prone herbicide that is intended to be sprayed on GM dicamba-tolerant crops – but certain states have restricted the herbicide due to its tendency to drift off-target and kill non-dicamba-tolerant crops and other plants. This has infuriated some farmers who want to use dicamba. Read more.
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Ripley's buys a piece of the Can Opener Bridge
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The bridge with the notorious reputation for wreaking havoc on unwary truckers and known as the 'can opener' by locals in Durham has been raised - slightly - and replaced. The steel from the 11 ft 8 inch clearance bridge is being recycled by Always Buying Scrap - and who knows, it may even be turned into can openers after reprocessing. In an unusual twist, we've sold one piece of the destructive bridge to Ripley's Believe it or Not.
The bridge is a train trestle and was built about seven decades ago before standards on minimum clearance were enacted. The number of too-tall trucks is not known that were mangled by attempting to drive under the bridge. So frequent were the accidents that a website was set up that featured the mayhem, and drivers who managed to miss all the warning signs and still continued through the height indicator boom often ended up on the local news.
Last year in October (2019), the bridge was raised to a height of 12 foot four inches - still quite low. Less than a month later, the first truck hit the new bridge. After the old bridge was taken down, Ripley's Believe it Or Not approached Always Buying Scrap to buy a piece of one of the girders from us, so the Ripley's seal on this page is authentic. Ripleys got our number from the bridge company that had removed the old trestles and they approached us and bought the piece in the picture. And for contractors who demolish bridges, please give us a call for your steel.
If you're into motoring mayhem, go and enjoy the videos at 11foot8.com, which has a series of videos of accidents from the bridge. Jürgen Henn, who runs the 11foot8 site, says that the piece of steel that Ripleys purchased is from the 'crash beam' from the bridge. This was the part of the bridge that bore all the impact forces in the crashes.
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Why do people join fraternities and sororities?
What is it like to be involved in a fraternity or sorority?
How do I know if I am the fraternity or sorority "type"?
How do I know which is the best fraternity and sorority for me?
What's a fraternity/sorority initiation like? Why is it so significant for members?
What is hazing and is it permitted at Illinois State?
What is the recruitment process and how do I join?
What is the new member process?
What do Greek members actually do?
Is there a lot of alcohol and substance abuse associated with fraternities?
How much time does fraternity or sorority membership require?
Will Greek membership affect my grades?
What sort of leadership opportunities does Greek life provide?
What sort of alumni connections can I make?
Can I live in a fraternity house this fall or should I reserve a room on campus?
How much does it cost to live in a fraternity house?
Do all fraternities and sororities have chapter houses?
Do I have to live in the chapter house if I join?
What is the normal size of a chapter?
What's the difference between a "sorority" and a "women's fraternity"?
Is there a cost to join a fraternity?
Why are fraternity and sororities referred to as "Greek" organizations?
A fraternity is a group of men or women bound together by friendship, brotherhood or sisterhood, and common goals and aspirations. Women's fraternities are often referred to as sororities, though some do use the term fraternity. The members that form the organization share their brother/sisterhood, common values, experiences, and knowledge. Together these members learn and grow and make the organization stronger. Their common experience builds ties that last a lifetime. The brotherhood or sisterhood that forms among the members helps to develop strong and creative leadership that leads to success.
Though there are many different fraternal organizations, they all share common founding principles that are of interest to any college man or woman. Fraternities and sororities endeavor to enhance your educational experience by emphasizing intellectual, interpersonal, and social development. The ideals of lifelong friendship, sound education, campus and community service, and social interaction are what fraternity and sorority members strive to live by every day.
Social opportunities, philanthropic projects, community service, tradition, career networking, and becoming part of an international organization are all reasons mentioned for becoming part of the Greek community, but the one cited most often by members is the sense of brotherhood/sisterhood.
The element of brotherhood/sisterhood is nonetheless a difficult attribute to convey to men and women interested in joining the fraternal system. It is a feeling of togetherness, support, and teamwork. It is companionship, personal discovery, challenge, and awareness.
Joining a fraternity or sorority is one way to make Illinois State University seem smaller, friendlier, and easier to handle—it gives you a place and people to count on. Fraternities and sororities endeavor to enhance your educational experience by emphasizing intellectual, interpersonal, and social development. The ideals of lifelong friendship, sound education, campus and community service, and social interaction are what Greeks strive to live by every day.
The fraternal community is a diverse group of men and women belonging to a variety of different fraternities and sororities on campuses across North America. The first Greek organization was founded in 1776, when students realized a need to discuss current events outside the classroom. Greek societies have since taken on a broader role to develop the moral, mental, and social skills of their members. Each individual fraternity and sorority possesses a set of principles that guide the actions of its members.
Illinois State University's fraternal community, founded in 1967, provides members with academic, leadership, social, and educational opportunities that contribute to a well-rounded university experience. It comprises slightly over 10 percent of the student population. Many members of our chapters are also leaders on campus in a wide range of student organizations and on athletic teams. Fraternities and sororities contribute significant amounts of time working with, and raising funds for, local and national community service organizations and agencies.
1. Determine your eligibility. Students interested in participating in Greek recruitment must meet eligibility requirements. All interested students must be registered for a minimum of 12 credit hours at Illinois State and be in good standing with the University. In addition, Greek organizations also have grade point average requirements (most organizations' GPA requirement is between a 2.5 and 3.0).
Why did you join a fraternity or sorority?
How did you choose this chapter?
In which philanthropic and community service projects does your chapter participate?
What are the financial obligations of membership?
How will Greek life benefit me now and in the future?
How has your life changed as a member of a fraternity or sorority?
There is no fraternity or sorority "type." Most of the stereotypes about Greek membership are myths. One of the strengths of Illinois State's Greek system is the diversity of the individuals who are associated with it. Each fraternity and sorority, no matter how large or small in number, consists of members who have varied interests and backgrounds.
Each organization is founded on different beliefs and values. Whether to join a large or small chapter; a newly formed or old chapter; a chapter geared mainly toward athletics, academics, campus involvement, or a more diverse, well-rounded chapter is simply a matter of personal preference. Each organization has its own advantages. Selecting a fraternity or sorority is like choosing friends—pick the group with which you feel most comfortable.
During recruitment, the fraternities you visit should be informing you of the benefits of their particular organization. As you attend the various Rush events, it is important that you ask the questions that are important to you: costs, activities, scholarship, philanthropy, etc. If a group talks more about the other groups than itself, be aggressive and ask about that group.
But, perhaps most important, make the decision on your own. Even though your roommate, best friend, or the group you attend Rush events with has decided on a particular fraternity or sorority, you have your own choice to make. Your friends should always be your friends; the choice of fraternity is completely yours. It is a decision that will last a lifetime.
Initiation into a Greek letter organization is by a secret ceremony where a new or associate member, becomes a fully initiated, life-member of the organization. During this ceremony you will learn the deeper meanings of the fraternity and the reasons why they exist. Each initiation is the same, and because of this, the ceremony becomes the binding force that interlocks each member to the whole body. The secrecy involved with the initiation process teaches respect and trust. There are no offensive or hazing practices involved in a fraternal initiation. A fraternal organization that engaged in hazing activities would not be allowed to exist at Illinois State.
Hazing is defined as any action taken which produces bodily harm or danger, mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, fright, or ridicule. All national fraternal organizations and institutions of higher education have banned hazing. Illinois State University and the Greek Councils rigorously enforce hazing policies, and organizations that violate them are subject to immediate suspension of campus and Greek Council recognition and privileges.
The Rituals of Greek organizations have nothing to do with hazing; they are not scary, shameful, or degrading. Although it is the most important part of membership, it is nothing more than symbols, heraldry, and common ideals. If you suspect that hazing is happening in a Greek fraternity or sorority at Illinois State, contact Fraternity and Sorority Life immediately at (309) 438-2151.
"Recruitment" is a period when fraternities and sororities on campus organize a new member recruitment period. It is a time for students to ask questions of members, and to define financial obligations, time commitments, and membership requirements. Recruitment is year-round, but the formal recruitment period is at the beginning of the fall academic term.
Recruitment is a two-way process when fraternities and sororities are looking at you, and you are looking at fraternities and sororities. You are deciding which organization most interests you, which has the members you relate to the most, and where you feel the most comfortable. At the same time, members of the chapter are meeting you and other students going through recruitment. Chapters are looking at individuals who can contribute to their membership in terms of grades, activities, talents, and interests. It isn't a hard process and, once you're involved, you'll find you like it.
Most organizations require their members to complete a probationary period, usually called "associate member process" or "new member education" prior to initiation for the purpose of orientation and member development. During this time you'll learn the history, traditions, and operating procedures of the organization and participate in activities to get to know the members better. Organizations use various terms to refer to their pre-initiates, including "pledge," "new member," "associate member," and "candidate." The duration of the new member period varies from group to group but is no more than approximately two months. Some organizations require new members to achieve a certain grade point average during their "pledge" semester in order to qualify to be initiated.
What do members actually do?
Fraternity and sorority members participate in many activities on campus and in the community. For many students, the Greek social life helps to make attending the University a more fulfilling experience. Greek organizations provide a calendar of social activities including formals, homecoming, mixers, athletic activities, retreats, informal get-togethers, and other special events. In addition to social activities fraternity and sorority members are the leaders in many campus clubs and groups and are especially active in the student government.
Finally, community service is an important aspect of fraternity life. Every Greek organization has an official charity to raise funds and awareness for. It is safe to say that no other segment of the student population has dedicated more time and resources, or has raised more money for charity than the members of our Greek community. From volunteering in regional hospitals and food banks, to giving blood, to raising money for charities such as Big Brothers Big Sisters or the Children's Miracle Network, Illinois State's fraternities are lending a helping hand.
Is there a lot of alcohol and substance abuse associated with being a member?
The social aspect of fraternity and sorority life is one of the many reasons that students join; however, alcohol and substance abuse is not tolerated. Most organizations have mandatory educational sessions on the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse, and precautions are taken at events to ensure a safe environment.
Like most other worthwhile extracurricular activities, how much you get out of your Greek membership is related to how much you put in. On average, expect to contribute two to four hours per week for meetings and mandatory activities. Optional activities such as holding an office, attending social events, playing on an intramural sports team, or helping out with various projects will of course take additional time. Some organizations require more time than others. Be sure to ask questions regarding time commitments during recruitment.
Whether it is planning a party, a community service project, or regular weekly meetings, fraternity members have learned to manage their time wisely with other commitments like homework, relationships, and jobs. Commuting students specifically gain a home-away-from-home that enables them to be a part of Illinois State life. Through Greek involvement, you will meet diverse friends and be linked to an international network of more than 4.5 million members providing continual contact and activities wherever you go in life. Perhaps this is also why so many Greek members are so successful.
Academic achievement is a priority for all Greek organizations. Many organizations enforce grade point average requirements and offer study sessions, tutoring, and other programs to assist members to achieve their potential. Since the Greek chapters are composed of men or women from different years, with many different majors, and diverse interests, you can always find some senior members who have already completed the courses you are taking and therefore can offer advice on content and testing.
Students who take advantage of the academic opportunities available and properly balance their time between academic and extracurricular pursuits will find that Greek membership will enhance their academic performance. Several studies have consistently found that fraternity and sorority members tend to be significantly more likely to graduate from their program and report more satisfaction with their university experience than unaffiliated students.
What sort of leadership opportunities does fraternity and sorority membershipprovide?
Fraternities exemplify democracy in action. They are families, communities, and some are legal corporations with annual operating budgets of over $50,000. Many members live and learn to work within this environment.
Officers within each chapter are elected to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization. These officers are assisted by members serving on committees and by alumni who act as advisors. Additionally, many organizations have regional and international leadership conferences where students learn a variety of leadership skills.
Finally, members also can serve on a variety of University and Greek Council governance, judicial, and other Greek life subcommittees. Fraternities and sororities provide a solid foundation in leadership training that prepares students for the demands and responsibilities needed for the future.
The role of the alumni as advisors or International Greek officers and consultants is substantial. Lifetime friendships expand beyond individual chapters to include all members of the national and international Greek life community. Alumni organizations help students network for potential employment opportunities after graduation and keep in touch through newsletters, correspondence, meetings, and special alumni events.
Illinois State University has a residency requirement for freshmen and sophomore students. Freshmen live on campus in residence halls, and many then move into fraternity and sorority houses in their sophomore year, provided that the chapter facility and the organization has been approved according to standards.
How much does it cost to live in a fraternity/sorority house?
Living arrangements differ from chapter to chapter according to the number of residents and the facility. The Residence fees for house accommodations are competitive and usually below the University's housing fees for a single occupancy room. Since you might be required to live in the house of the chapter you join, be sure to ask about living expenses.
No, the houses are either managed/owned by an alumni corporation or an independent landlord.
It depends on the fraternity and sorority, but many fraternities and sororities require chapter officers to live in their chapter house during their term of office. Living in a Greek house offers a "home away from home," furthers academic and social growth and development, and provides much of the comfort and support of a family environment.
There has been constant growth in fraternities and sororities in the past few years. The sizes of chapters vary from one to another and from university to university. In smaller schools a chapter may have 25 to 30 members while at large universities the membership may be close to 150. At Illinois State, Greek organization's membership ranges from around five to 120.
The words fraternity and sorority are used interchangeably for women's Greek-letter groups. Fraternity is derived from the Greek word "phrater," meaning brother, sister, or clan. "Soror," the source word for sorority, is Latin and means sister. The word "sorority" did not come into usage until the late 1800s, and groups founded prior to then are officially incorporated as women's fraternities. Today the term "sorority" is used to distinguish women's groups from men's groups.
Is there a cost to join a Fraternity or Sorority?
Given the benefits provided, fraternity or sorority membership is a bargain. However, students should consider the costs in planning their personal budgets. Dues vary from chapter to chapter because of size, insurance and tax assessments, national fee structures, etc. Most chapters also offer a variety of payment plan options. Students also should be aware that there may be one-time costs established by the international headquarters (if applicable) for initiation and pledging during the first semester of membership. It is best to contact the individual chapters to determine the actual cost of membership.
The cost of membership dues has earned Greek life the reputation of being elitist, or "for the affluent only." In reality, the Greek stereotype of the spoiled rich kid simply isn't true. The demographics of Greek membership are similar to that of other university students. Many members hold part-time jobs, collect student loans, and pay their dues by installments. Membership dues are paid only during university years, although membership lasts a lifetime!
Sororities and fraternities are commonly known as Greek organizations and their members as "Greeks" because a majority of them use Greek letters to distinguish themselves. It is not a reflection of the ancestry of the individual members.
Greek letters were chosen during the 1800s for a variety of reasons including: a tribute to the first true democracies in the Western World; the fact that many of the organizations used Greek (and sometimes Latin) words for their secret and public mottoes, officers etc; and because many of the organizations grew from literary societies that were dedicated to the discussion of the classical literature that was popular among the educated classes of the time. This term is further solidified today by the use of Greek architectural elements including pediments and columns commonly adorning fraternity and sorority houses.


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Why Anyone Complaining about the Casting for Ghost in The Shell is an ignorant Race Baiter
I feel your pain folks. I grew up loving Japanese horror films. I idolized film makers like Takashi Miike, and films like Audition, and Ichi the Killer.
Then Hollywood started remaking Japanese horror films. Sometimes before they left the theater in Japan. The Grudge… staring Sarah Michelle Gellar? The Eye staring Jessica Alba? The Ring starring Naomi Watts? This was horrible, this was a travesty, this was racist!
Why not just release the original Japanese films theatrically in the states? Why do we need to make a "Hollywood" (aka whitewashed) version? Of course, I heard the same things you hear today. "American audiences want American movies starring Americans" If you like the Japanese version so much better, the go buy the disc. No one is stopping you. Hollywood has always worked this way (remember when Akira Kurosawa's "The Seven Samurai" was remade by Hollywood as "The Magnificent Seven"?)
But Ghost in the Shell is different. Many people on the internet have been outraged (big surprise) by the news that Scarlett Johansson will be playing the lead role in the Hollywood live action adaptation. People complain that it should be played by a Japanese actress. They call it "Whitewashing". But it isn't. Here is why.
The character that Scarlett Johansson is playing is Motoko Kusanagi. Motoko is not a Japanese character. She is an android. She is portrayed as having blue eyes. Traditionally, in anime, blue eyes is a sign that the character is supposed to represent a European. Also, the city that Ghost in the Shell takes place in is modeled after Hong Kong. A Chinese city (governed by England at the time). Therefore the character was either British, or Chinese, but definitely not Japanese.
When the Wachowski siblings made The Matrix in 1999, they admittedly used Ghost in the Shell as a heavy inspiration. They have stated that they cast Carrie Ann Moss for the role of Trinity because of her resemblance to Motoko. Carrie Ann Moss is not Asian.
Granted, I am basing all of this off of the anime film Ghost in the Shell. I know it was based on a Manga, and the character may have been more Japanese in the Manga (I don't know because I haven't read it), but she was not Japanese in the Anime (she just spoke Japanese… but hey, everyone who speaks English isn't from England, are they?).
I think the people that complain about things like Scarlett Johansson playing Motoko Kusanagi are the same people who complain about things like Elizabeth Taylor playing Cleopatra. They assume Cleopatra was black because she was an Egyptian ruler. If they had done any research, they would know that Cleopatra was a part of the Ptolemaic dynasty that was started by a Greek general from Alexander the Great's army. Cleopatra was of Greek descent, and therefore probably looked a lot like Elizabeth Taylor. Likewise, Motoko Kusanagi is portrayed in the Ghost in the Shell anime as a white woman. Therefore, Scarlett Johansson is a great choice to portray her in a live action adaptation. Assuming a character is a specific race because of where they live is racist. Just don't tell todays "social justice warriors that, or they may end up hating themselves.
I think what this "outrage" is really about is this ultra sensitive mentality pervasive in America today. Nothing is allowed to offend anyone. However, film making is all about offending people. It always has been. The first feature length film ever made was about the KKK. When America was poised to enter World War I, Hollywood gave us "Intolerance", a film with a strong anti-war message. In the 1930's, films like Clara Bow's "Call her Savage" explored female sexuality in a time when that was a taboo subject. 1960's films like "Candy", and "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" offended the mainstream with their portrayals of sex and violence. If you expect Hollywood to make films that won't offend anyone, you don't know much about Hollywood.
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"If he had not become an artist, he would have become Don Juan," once said a friend of Pablo Picasso, the French playwright Jacques Cocteau. And it's hard to disagree with him. You can write a lot about the views of the artist (creative, smoothly flowing into sharply political), family and friends (who have had a significant impact on his success), but this review will focus on the role of women in the work of Pablo Picasso.
In many ways, the stages of the artist's work (blue, pink, cubic, etc.) were accompanied by the woman who was next to him during his life. To be more precise, it was the woman who led him to one or another stage of the creative path with the totality of her styles and directions. As Picasso himself admitted: "Life is extended by work and women."
The first companion of his work was Fernanda Olivier (he was 23 years old, she was 18), a long-time girlfriend and the ancestor of the "pink" period. It was with this woman that the artist painted, which soon began to buy. She was also a model of one of Picasso's most significant works – Avignon Maidens, 1907, which is recognized as the starting point of modern art. The artist characterized Fernanda as a self-confident and self-sufficient woman. Picasso has implemented a series of paintings and sculptures called "The Head of Fernanda," some of which are now in dozens of world museums.
Powerful girlfriend – Gertrude Stein
Once the writer Gertrude Stein visited Picasso when he was finishing work on the painting "My Beauty" (1911) and stated with all confidence: "It cannot be Fernanda Olivier." Indeed, the canvas depicted a woman who took a new place in the heart of the artist – Marcel Umber. Gertrude, of course, is not among the beloved of our painter. However, its influence on the creative flowering of Picasso cannot be ignored. By the way, depicting the famous portrait of the same name by G. Stein Pablo Picasso rewrote the picture countless times. In the summer of 1906 he traveled to Andorra and Gosol. After which, having returned to Paris, he completed the portrait already under the influence of African culture. As a result of this, Picasso created a voluminous composition consisting of many parts, which heralded a new direction in the artist's work – cubism.
Ma Jolie (My Beauty)
The above-mentioned painting "My Beauty" became a kind of declaration of love Marcel Umber. The model, bearing the name of Eva Guell in a bohemian Parisian environment, was Pablo Picasso's lover during the period of synthetic cubism, from 1912 to 1915. As he wrote to his art dealer Kanweiler: "I love her very much and I will write her name in my paintings." Indeed, portraying Cubist still lifes, Picasso inserted words of dedication to his beloved. This time was too full of happiness: in 1915, Marcel died from tuberculosis.
Become and Slavic charm
Jean Cocteau once invited Picasso to take part in the design of the ballet Parade. There he met the Russian ballet dancer from the corps de ballet – Olga Khokhlova, a diligent and hardworking dancer. She was distinguished by Slavic charm, become and grace. Olga Khokhlova brought revolutionary ideas into the life of the artist, he studied the February Revolution with interest and even wanted to learn the Russian language. Acquaintance with O. Khokhlova marked the return of the artist to the classical genre. In total, the painter took part in the design of 6 ballet installations. Subsequently, Olga Khokhlova became the first wife of Picasso, and in 1921 their son Paul was born. However, Olga's desire to remake her husband in accordance with her bourgeois tastes was a fatal mistake. At the age of 46, the artist fled from Olga to the 17-year-old Maria – Theresa Walter.
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She waited for him all her life
Love for Maria Theresa Walter left a significant imprint in the work of Pablo. This period can be described as the peak of his work. Having fallen in love with Picasso, this girl forgave him a freedom-loving and complex character. Her interests were completely different from art – swimming, gymnastics, cycling, mountain climbing. Their relationship rested on her docile, lively and cheerful character. In 1935, Maria-Teresa and Pablo had a daughter, Maya, whom Picasso was happy to draw later. The girl hoped that Picasso would marry her, but her hopes were not realized. Despite the termination of relations with this muse, Picasso provided her financially and even bought her a house.
Dora Maar is a 29-year-old artist and photographer, thanks to whose influence the artist began to use a new style – the combination of photography and painting. This was a completely different type of woman: smart, thin, nervous and a little unbalanced. Douro Maar Picasso painted 9 years (1935-1945). And it was with Dora that the artist created a unique masterpiece – a painting by Guernik.
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Q: How to add an img to L.control.layers? Is there a way to add an icon/img before the input checkbox inside the layer control?
And is there a way to add a value(or id) prop to the checkbox?
For now I can add an icon with this, but that is not exacltly what I want. Thanks.
L.control.layers({
    null
}, {
    'Some text':new L.layerGroup(),
}).addTo(map);

This will add an img after the checkbox. Maybe somehow override the _addItem method in the Control.Layers.js, but I don't know how.
Update: Is there a way to add a value prop to the checkbox on this stage?
var layers = L.control.layers({}, {
    'name':new L.layerGroup(), // how to add val?
}).addTo(map);

So I can add a value and name(span, label) to the checkbox to get the

<input type="checkbox" value="some val" class="leaflet-control-layers-selector">name

A: Might want to do this with custom JavaScript.  I don't believe there is any built-in way to accomplish this.  Try something like this:
Save the control layers to a variable:
var layers = L.control.layers({}, {'name' : new L.layerGroup()}).addTo(map);

Get the _overlaysList property (unless you're altering a base map):
var list = layers._overlaysList;

Iterate the input tags:
var inputs = list.getElementsByTagName('input');

Find the one you want to alter, and prepend an image to it.

A: Well, here is my solution, if someone is interested
//---------------- OVERRIDING THE LAYERS -------------------
L.Control.IconLayers = L.Control.Layers.extend({

    initialize: function (baseLayers, overlays, options) {
        L.Control.Layers.prototype.initialize.call(this, baseLayers, overlays, options);
    },
    _addItem: function (obj) {
        //console.log("Layer Control:",obj)
        var label = document.createElement('label'),
            input, icon = false,
            checked = this._map.hasLayer(obj.layer);

        if (obj.overlay) {
            input = document.createElement('input');
            input.type = 'checkbox';
            input.className = 'leaflet-control-layers-selector';
            input.defaultChecked = checked;
            input.value = obj.name; // add
            console.log(obj)
            if ('getIcon' in obj.layer) {
                icon = obj.layer.getIcon();
            }
        } else {
            input = this._createRadioElement('leaflet-base-layers', checked);
        }

        var layer_name = obj.name
        if (obj.layer.hasOwnProperty('_options')){
            layer_name = obj.layer._options.name
            input.id = obj.layer._options.id
        }

        input.layerId = L.stamp(obj.layer);
        L.DomEvent.on(input, 'click', this._onInputClick, this);
        var name = document.createElement('span');
        name.innerHTML = ' ' + layer_name;
        label.appendChild(input);

        if (icon) {
            var i = document.createElement('span');
            i.innerHTML = icon;
            label.appendChild(i);
        }

        label.appendChild(name);
        var container = obj.overlay ? this._overlaysList : this._baseLayersList;
        container.appendChild(label);
        return label;
    }
});

L.control.iconLayers = function(baseLayers, overlays, options) {
    return new L.Control.IconLayers(baseLayers, overlays, options);
}

L.customLayerGroup = L.LayerGroup.extend({
    initialize: function (layers) {
        console.log("LAYERS:",layers)
        L.LayerGroup.prototype.initialize.call(this, layers);
        this._options = layers;
    },
});
//---------------- OVERRIDING THE LAYERS -------------------

var layers = L.control.iconLayers({
    'Mapbox Streets': L.mapbox.tileLayer('mapbox.streets').addTo(map),
    'Mapbox Light': L.mapbox.tileLayer('mapbox.light')
}, {

    '1':new L.layerGroup(),
    '2':new L.layerGroup(),
    '3':new L.customLayerGroup({name:"Boats",id:"3", value:"3"}),

}).addTo(map);


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St. Mercurius, known as the saint with the two swords (Abu-Saifain), was born to Christian parents in the city of Rome. They called him Philopateer (which means "Lover of the Father") and reared him in a Christian manner. When he grew, he enlisted in the army during the days of Emperor Decius, the pagan.
The Lord gave Philopateer the strength and the courage, for which he earned the satisfaction of his superiors. They called him Mercurius and he grew very close to the Emperor. When the Berbers rose up against Rome, Decius went out to fight them, but when he saw how many they were, he became terrified. St. Mercurius assured him saying, "Do not be afraid, because God will destroy our enemies and will bring us victory."
When he left the Emperor, an angel appeared to him in the shape of a man, dressed in white apparel. The angel gave him a sword saying, "When you overcome your enemies, remember the Lord your God." (That is why he is called, "of the two swords" or "Abu-Saifain" - one is the military sword and the other is the sword of the divine power).
When Emperor Decius conquered his enemies and Mercurius came back victorious, the angel appeared to him and reminded him of what he told him previously, that is, to remember the Lord his God. Decius, and his soldiers with him, wanted to offer up incense to his idols. St. Mercurius tarried behind. When they informed the Emperor of what had happened, he called St. Mercurius and expressed his amazement at his abandonment of loyalty to him. The Emperor reprimanded him for refusing to come and offer incense to the idols. The Saint cast his girdle and his military attire down before the Emperor and said to him, "I do not worship anyone except my Lord and my God Jesus Christ!"
The Emperor became angry and ordered him to be beaten with whips and stalks. When the Emperor saw how the people of the city and the soldiers were attached to St. Mercurius, the Emperor feared that they might revolt. So instead, he bound him in iron fetters and sent him to Caesarea, where they cut off his head. He thus completed his holy fight and received the crown of life in the Kingdom of Heaven.
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Q: Verilog Binary Coded Decimal Adder Not Outputting Correctly I'm new to Verilog and basically trying to teach myself a Digital Logic Design module for university. I am trying to write a BCD Adder in Verilog using two Full Adders with some logic in between for conversion to BCD when needed.
Here is my code:
module      binary_adder (
    output  [3:0]   Sum,
    output          C_out,
    input   [3:0]   A, B,
    input           C_in
);
    assign  {C_out, Sum} = A || B || C_in;
endmodule

module      BCD_Adder (
    output  [3:0]   Sum,
    output          Carry_out,
    input   [3:0]   Addend, Augend,
    input           Carry_in
);

wire [3:0]  Z, correction;
wire adder1C_out, carryInAdder2, adder2C_out;

    binary_adder adder1 (.Sum(Z), .C_out(adder1C_out), .A(Addend), .B(Augend), .C_in(Carry_in));

assign Carry_out = (adder1C_out || (Z[3] && Z[1]) || (Z[3] && Z[2]));
assign correction = (Carry_out) ? (4'b0110) : (4'b0000);
assign carryInAdder2 = (1'b0);

    binary_adder adder2 (.Sum(Sum), .C_out(adder2C_out), .A(correction), .B(Z), .C_in(carryInAdder2));

endmodule

For some reason, I keep getting the following outputs:
Submitted: A = 0000, B = 0010, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0001, Carry Out = 0
Expected:  A = 0000, B = 0010, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0010, Carry Out = 0
Submitted: A = 0000, B = 0011, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0001, Carry Out = 0
Expected:  A = 0000, B = 0011, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0011, Carry Out = 0
Submitted: A = 0000, B = 0100, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0001, Carry Out = 0
Expected:  A = 0000, B = 0100, Carry In = 0, Sum = 0100, Carry Out = 0
It basically continues like this for all values. My A, B, Carry In and Carry  Out values always match, but for some reason the output sum is always 0001. I'm not sure where I'm going wrong, the logic seems okay to me. I am very new to this and only know the basics, so any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Wes

A: The logic in binary_adder does not implement addition; as it is currently written, it will just set Sum to 1 if any of A, B or C_in are non-zero.
While there are many architectures of multibit addition (see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adder_(electronics)#Adders_supporting_multiple_bits), the simplest to understand is the Ripple Carry Adder. It implements several full adders and chains them together to implement addition.
A simple implementation of this architecture looks like this:
module full_add(input A, B, Cin,
                output S, Cout);
  // Basic implementation of a Full Adder (see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adder_(electronics)#Full_adder)
  assign S = A ^ B ^ Cin;
  assign Cout = A & B | ((A ^ B) & Cin); // Note I use bit-wise operators like | and ^ instead of logical ones like ||; its important to know the difference
endmodule

module add(input [3:0] A, B,
           input Cin,
           output [3:0] S,
           output Cout);

  wire [3:0] Carries; // Internal wires for the carries between full adders in Ripple Carry

  // This is an array instance which just makes [3:0], ie 4, instances of the full adder.
  // Take note that a single Full Adder modules takes in single bits, but here
  // I can pass bit vectors like A ([3:0]) directly which assign full_add[0].A = A[0], full_add[1].A = A[1], etc
  // Common alternatives to using array instances (which are more rare) include generate statements or just instantiate the module X times
  full_add f[3:0](.A(A), .B(B), .Cin({Carries[2:0], Cin}), .S(S), .Cout(Carries));

  assign Cout = Carries[3];
endmodule


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The Pullman Miami Hotel is celebrating July Fourth down by the pool lounge, with Red, White and Blue Spiked Bomb Pops and Watermelon Basil Gin Cocktails.
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The Setai, Miami Beach is known for their iconic cocktails served in coconuts. In celebration of the Summer Solstice and Fourth of July, The Ocean Grill, the hotel's beachside restaurant, as well as at the pool and Beach Club, is offering a new and specially-priced Coco Açai cocktail, ($16).
Shaken with Jose Cuervo Tequila, Coco Lopez, Wildberry Acai Mix, Muddled Lime & Lemon, and Coconut Water, then, served in a coconut.
Kiki on the River, the Greek Island-styled indoor/outdoor restaurant and lounge on the Miami River, will offer 4th of July festivities, hosted by NFL Miami Dolphins All-Star, Reshad Jones, starting at Noon until 11 pm. Specials include special Greek style menu and cocktails, such as a playful Poseidon's Punch -by the pitcher or by the glass.
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Both American Social's Brickell (Miami) and Las Olas (Fort Lauderdale) locations will pay tribute to the 'stars and stripes ' with red, white and blue décor as well as framed magazines on the walls representing iconic moments in American history. Celebrate the Land of the Free with their delectable Strawberry Honey Smash cocktail.
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There is no better way to indulge your patriotic sweet tooth than by enjoying this perfectly themed milkshake, available until July 29.
This vanilla shake is served in a royal blue and white chocolate ganache dipped mug and decorated with red, white and blue sour gummy stars and sprinkles, then, topped off with a heaping pile of whipped cream, tower of sprinkle-dipped marshmallows and a red, white and blue pinwheel pop.
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Stop by Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill at The Plymouth, Miami Beach for their limited-time Fourth of July cocktail, Tito's Last Stand, (available until July 7th).
This sweet and refreshing cocktail is made with Tito's Vodka, Cherry Cordial, Peychaud's Bitters, Aperol and Lime Juice, then, topped off with Club Soda, and garnished with three cherries on a skewer.
Specialty drinks from Tito's vodka are just the beginning of what 1 Hotel South Beach will offer at their "Sip. Swim. Stripes" post-Fourth of July event, starting at 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 8th. Stop by this next-level luxurious hotel rooftop for a buzzing pool party -with a DJ spinning tracks, an American-flag themed photo booth, and goodies -like sunglasses, fans and beach balls, and more.
The popular Fort Lauderdale waterfront restaurant will be offering their Frosé for guest to celebrate the holiday as well as to cool off from the summer heat.
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Q: No Exception message being thrown Hey I have a point class which generate a list of points.  The class is as follows
public class Point {

private double x, y;

public Point(double x, double y){

    this.x = x;
    this.y = y;

}//end constructor

public Point() {
    // TODO Auto-generated constructor stub
}

public double getX(){
        return x;
}

public void setX(double x) {
    try{
        if (x < 0){
            throw new NegArgumentException();
        }//end if
        else{
            this.x = x;

        }//end else
    }//end try
    catch (NegArgumentException e){
        System.out.println("error");
    }//end catch

}

public double getY() {
    return y;
}

public void setY(double y) {
    try{
        if (y < 0){
            throw new NegArgumentException();
        }//end if
        else{
            this.y = y;

        }//end else
    }//end try
    catch (NegArgumentException e){
        System.out.println("error");
    }//end catch

}

public String toString(){
    return "p(" + x + "," + y + ")";
}
}

I also created my own exception class NegArgumentException to throw an exception if a negative point is generated.
public class NegArgumentException extends Exception {

public NegArgumentException(){}

public NegArgumentException(String message){
    super(message);
}

}
I also have 2 other classes Rectangle and circle
public class Rectangle {
private Point upperLeft = new Point();
private Point lowerRight = new Point();

public Rectangle(Point upperLeft, Point lowerRight){
    this.upperLeft = upperLeft;
    this.lowerRight = lowerRight;

}//end constructor

public Point getUpperLeft() {
    return upperLeft;
}

public void setUpperLeft(Point upperLeft) {
    this.upperLeft = upperLeft;
}

public Point getLowerRight() {
    return lowerRight;
}

public void setLowerRight(Point lowerRight) {
    this.lowerRight = lowerRight;
}

public Point getUpperRight(){
    return new Point(getLowerRight().getX(), getUpperLeft().getY());
}

public Point getLowerLeft(){
    return new Point(getUpperLeft().getX(), getLowerRight().getY());
}

public double getArea(){
    return upperLeft.getX()*lowerRight.getY();
}

public String toString(){
    return "r[("+upperLeft.getX() + ","+upperLeft.getY()+"),("+lowerRight.getX()+","+lowerRight.getY()+")]";
}
}

And the Circle class
public class Circle {
private Point center = new Point();
private double radius;

public Circle(){}

public Circle(Point center, double radius){
    this.center = center;
    this.radius = radius;
}

public Point getCenter() {
    return center;
}

public void setCenter(Point center) {
    this.center = center;
}

public String toString(){
    return "c[("+center.getX()+","+center.getY()+"), "+ radius+"]";
}
}

My main class generates a random list of points for each of these objects.
import java.util.ArrayList;

import java.util.Random;
public class Main {
public static void main(String[] args) {
    //create arraylist for each class
    ArrayList<Point> list = new ArrayList<Point>();
    ArrayList<Rectangle> list1 = new ArrayList<Rectangle>();
    ArrayList<Circle> list2 = new ArrayList<Circle>();
    //create random generators
    Random Point = new Random();
    Random myGenerator = new Random();
    int i = 0;
    //go through for loop
    while (i < 100){

        int whichArray = myGenerator.nextInt(4) + 1;
        //print out points for whichever random object
        if (whichArray == 1){
            int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
            list.add(new Point(pointX, pointY));
            System.out.println(list.toString());
            list.remove(0);
            i++;
            }
        }//end if
        if (whichArray == 2){
            int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            int pointRandom = Point.nextInt(20) - 20;
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0 && pointRandom >= 0){
            list1.add(new Rectangle(new Point(pointX, pointY), new Point(pointX+pointRandom, pointY-pointRandom)));
            System.out.println(list1.toString());
            list1.remove(0);
            i++;
            }

        }//end if
        if (whichArray == 3){
            int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            int radius = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
            list2.add(new Circle(new Point(pointX, pointY),radius));
            System.out.println(list2.toString());
            list2.remove(0);
            i++;
            }
        }//end if

    }//end while loop

}//end main

}//end class

The problem is that I do not see any message displayed from when an exception occurs.  I know it is working because I am getting no negative coordinates for my points.  Does anyone know why no message is being displayed?

A: There are so many bad practices in your code that you should read something about writing clean code. By the way, no exception is thrown because your setter is never called. Change your constructor to
public Point(double x, double y) {
    setX(x);
    setY(y);
}

Plus, you always make sure that coordinates are positive with your if statements before creating your points, so there's no way a invalid Point can be instantiated.
Finally, even if it has nothing to do with your "problem", don't give a name starting with an upper case to a variable (your Random object), it is a bad practice for readability and even worse when it is also the name of a class. Point.method() could be ambiguous if method exists both in class Point and in class Random.

A: You are setting the values of Point inside the constructor:
list.add(new Point(pointX, pointY));

So, setX and setY are never called, so, it is never verified if x and y are negatives.
Try something like this:
public class Main {
public static void main(String[] args) {
    //create arraylist for each class
    ArrayList<Point> list = new ArrayList<Point>();
    ArrayList<Rectangle> list1 = new ArrayList<Rectangle>();
    ArrayList<Circle> list2 = new ArrayList<Circle>();
    //create random generators
    Random Point = new Random();
    Random myGenerator = new Random();
    int i = 0;
    //go through for loop
    while (i < 100){
    int whichArray = myGenerator.nextInt(4) + 1;
    //print out points for whichever random object
    if (whichArray == 1){
        int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
            Point point = new Point();
            point.setX(pointX);
            point.setY(pointY);
            list.add(point);
            System.out.println(list.toString());
            list.remove(0);
            i++;
        }
    }//end if
    if (whichArray == 2){
        int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        int pointRandom = Point.nextInt(20) - 20;
        if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0 && pointRandom >= 0){
            Point point = new Point();
            point.setX(pointX);
            point.setY(pointY);

            Point point2 = new Point();
            point2.setX(pointX+pointRandom);
            point2.setY(pointY-pointRandom);

            list1.add(new Rectangle(point, point2));
            System.out.println(list1.toString());
            list1.remove(0);
            i++;
        }

    }//end if
    if (whichArray == 3){
        int pointX = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        int pointY = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        int radius = Point.nextInt(41) - 20;
        if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
        list2.add(new Circle(new Point(pointX, pointY),radius));
        System.out.println(list2.toString());
        list2.remove(0);
        i++;
        }
    }//end if

}//end while loop

}//end main

}//end class

This way, the verification will happen.
So, if for example, you change it to:
Point point = new Point();
point.setX(-1);
point.setY(-2);
list.add(point);

It will print:
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(17.0,10.0), 13.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(20.0,6.0), 5.0]]
[c[(18.0,1.0), -18.0]]
[c[(18.0,20.0), 10.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(20.0,19.0), 20.0]]
[c[(20.0,12.0), -14.0]]
[c[(2.0,20.0), 0.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(10.0,13.0), 2.0]]
[c[(10.0,4.0), 15.0]]
[c[(20.0,7.0), 16.0]]
[c[(14.0,18.0), 2.0]]
[c[(20.0,8.0), 17.0]]
[c[(16.0,15.0), -13.0]]
[c[(7.0,6.0), 1.0]]
[c[(11.0,0.0), -15.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(15.0,2.0), 20.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(3.0,5.0), -7.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(16.0,5.0), -10.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(9.0,1.0), -3.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(13.0,17.0), 7.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(7.0,16.0), 14.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(17.0,13.0), -5.0]]
[c[(14.0,8.0), 6.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(13.0,0.0), 14.0]]
[c[(1.0,9.0), 2.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(2.0,17.0), -1.0]]
[c[(17.0,8.0), -6.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(7.0,19.0), -10.0]]
[c[(20.0,7.0), 3.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(2.0,7.0), -10.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(2.0,9.0), 14.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(5.0,15.0), 18.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(18.0,18.0), -5.0]]
[c[(6.0,2.0), -15.0]]
[c[(12.0,4.0), -3.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(16.0,0.0), 20.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(11.0,12.0), -19.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(2.0,13.0), 13.0]]
[c[(20.0,2.0), 11.0]]
[c[(0.0,6.0), -10.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(17.0,17.0), 7.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(0.0,16.0), -11.0]]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
error
error
[p(0.0,0.0)]
[c[(14.0,4.0), -2.0]]
[c[(0.0,3.0), 11.0]]
[c[(11.0,15.0), -7.0]]
[c[(19.0,16.0), 19.0]]
[c[(8.0,13.0), 15.0]]

EDIT for the question: The problem is I can't get 0's in place of the negative coordinates. I need to get a positive number.
Change your Point class methods to this:
public void setX(double x) {
    try{
        if (x <= 0){
            throw new NegArgumentException();
        }//end if
        else{
            this.x = x;

        }//end else
    }//end try
    catch (NegArgumentException e){
        System.out.println("error");
    }//end catch

}

Look at: x <= 0. Same thing for setY.
Edited Again, to don't generate 0's, have a look at this code:
public class Main {
public static void main(String[] args) {
    //create arraylist for each class
    ArrayList<Point> list = new ArrayList<Point>();
    ArrayList<Rectangle> list1 = new ArrayList<Rectangle>();
    ArrayList<Circle> list2 = new ArrayList<Circle>();
    //create random generators
    Random randomNum = new Random();
    Random myGenerator = new Random();
    int i = 0;
    //go through for loop
    while (i < 100){

        int whichArray = myGenerator.nextInt(4) + 1;
        //print out points for whichever random object
        if (whichArray == 1){
            int pointX = 0;
            while (pointX == 0){
                pointX= randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            int pointY = 0;
            while(pointY == 0){
                pointY = randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
                Point point = new Point();
                point.setX(pointX);
                point.setY(pointY);
                list.add(point);
                System.out.println(list.toString());
                list.remove(0);
                i++;
            }
        }//end if
        if (whichArray == 2){
            int pointX = 0;
            while (pointX == 0){
                pointX= randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            int pointY = 0;
            while(pointY == 0){
                pointY = randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            int pointRandom = randomNum.nextInt(20) - 20;
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0 && pointRandom >= 0){
                Point point = new Point();
                point.setX(pointX);
                point.setY(pointY);

                Point point2 = new Point();
                point2.setX(pointX+pointRandom);
                point2.setY(pointY-pointRandom);

                list1.add(new Rectangle(point, point2));
                System.out.println(list1.toString());
                list1.remove(0);
                i++;
            }

        }//end if
        if (whichArray == 3){
            int pointX = 0;
            while (pointX == 0){
                pointX= randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            int pointY = 0;
            while(pointY == 0){
                pointY = randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            }
            int radius = randomNum.nextInt(41) - 20;
            if (pointX >= 0 && pointY >= 0){
            list2.add(new Circle(new Point(pointX, pointY),radius));
            System.out.println(list2.toString());
            list2.remove(0);
            i++;
            }
        }//end if

    }//end while loop

}//end main

}//end class

While it is 0, i will keep generating another random number.


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Pretty much, I'm trying to get back into art, especially drawing. Used to be my greatest passion in life but I've barely done any work in the past well... 5 years now. A couple of weeks ago I joined the Sketchbook Project and just got mine in the mail. Pretty much, you are assigned a theme and fill a little moleskin notebook with whatever you'd like fitting that idea. Obviously, this is very much open to the interpretation of the individual and it's not imperative that you take it literally.
Powerful composition! I love it.
'So rough it's barely worth posting first drawing.
Poor thing looks so sad.
Here's some oldish stuff of mine.
I really want to do one of the Sketchbook Projects. Too broke to do one at the moment, but I'll probably do one this winter, it'll be a good hibernation activity.
Philosophe rouge wrote: Front cover, "finished"
Incredible. Both of you are very talented.
Also, I'm getting an a3 Moleskine and some heavy-duty charcoal material tomorrow, so I'll be contributing. I'm going to look for some of my pastel and gouache paintings and perhaps working out some new gouache work in the future.
Oh, and here's a kinda old digital painting I did with photoshop.
Epistemophobia wrote: Forum on the grooooow.
Love the use of negative space in that first offering, rouge.
Birdie... haha... can't believe you posted the Ken & Tammy thing.
I posted some of my old stuff (all I have is old stuff because I don't dabble in the fine arts much anymore...) in another thread but maybe I'll dig up another thing or two. Probably not, though.
Mod Hip wrote: Birdie... haha... can't believe you posted the Ken & Tammy thing.
You people make me wish I had at least a smidgen of talent. Brilliant mofos.
Also, thanks for the compliments. Fo' real.
My sentiments exactly. Wish I had some talent.
1 Canson 9 by 12 sketchbook.
The moleskines smell fantastic, and I know they'll be fantastic to draw on. Rest is school material. Also bought some new pencils and charcoal sticks.
And BSB, I'll be interested to see more ambitious compositions with scratchboards in the future - but you've got the technique down.
Floyd did that cost you megabucks? Official Moleskin is ludicrously expensive here.
Quite-Gone Genie wrote: You people make me wish I had at least a smidgen of talent. Brilliant mofos.
Sonechka wrote: Floyd did that cost you megabucks? Official Moleskin is ludicrously expensive here.
The moleskines cost between 20 and 12 dollars.
20 for the bundle of three - 12 for the sketchbook.
Das ƒloyd wrote: The moleskines cost between 20 and 12 dollars.
Oh. Moleskin must hate NZ.
Epistemophobia wrote: Send it to Lynch.
I am drawing more stuff, but I am lazy... actualy, most of my best work is scribbles on school notesbooks and coursepacks, but I don't consider that legitimate so i never post any of it.
Philosophe rouge wrote: I am drawing more stuff, but I am lazy... actualy, most of my best work is scribbles on school notesbooks and coursepacks, but I don't consider that legitimate so i never post any of it.
So, wait...you're saying that the value of the artwork is based on what it's drawn on?
Nice stuff... More is needed!
I'll have to post some things at some point. I used to do scratch art all the time so thumbs up to that BSB. Maybe I'll dig one out of my old portfolo and upload it.
I doodled this. Going to make it into a creature suit sometime in November.
A small sampling of my art... I had these hosted online already.
Oh... and my avatar too.
Ooh, I hadn't seen that last one before... and actually the second-to-last one doesn't look familiar, either. Love 'em both! The quintuple-portrait has a tattooish quality to it, in that it's a compilation of separate images melded together by something that borders on the abstract.
Mod Hip wrote: Ooh, I hadn't seen that last one before... and actually the second-to-last one doesn't look familiar, either. Love 'em both! The quintuple-portrait has a tattooish quality to it, in that it's a compilation of separate images melded together by something that borders on the abstract.
Yeah, abstract qualities have been slowly becoming more and more a part of my work. That piece is about two years old now, but it is an important place for me.
Gee, you artists and your incessant need to have someone look at your work!


Slower, but solid fourth quarter earnings. With two-thirds of S&P 500 Index companies having reported quarterly results so far, corporate America has delivered solid 17% earnings growth for the quarter. However, slowing global growth and trade tensions have challenged the outlook, setting up slower earnings gains in the coming year. In our latest Weekly Market Commentary, due out later today, we provide key takeaways from earnings season and update our 2019 earnings outlook. Looking ahead, the bar has been substantially lowered for the first quarter, setting up potential upside surprises. We expect S&P 500 companies will be able to at least deliver mid-single-digit earnings growth in 2019, driven by solid economic growth, fiscal stimulus and share buybacks.
Busy week. The S&P 500 barely eked out a gain last week after negative developments in trade talk progress weighed on U.S. stocks in the middle of the week. This week will be busy, as U.S. and Chinese officials meet again on trade negotiations before a March 1 deadline for increased tariffs, and Congress continues budget discussions to avoid another partial government shutdown. About 70 S&P 500 companies are also scheduled to report, and gross domestic product (GDP) reports from Germany, Japan, and the composite Eurozone are slated for release over the next few days.
UK GDP disappoints. Data today showed the United Kingdom's GDP growth slowed to 0.2% in the fourth quarter and 1.3% year over year, tying its slowest pace of annual growth since 2012. Ongoing Brexit uncertainty and a deterioration in global trade have weighed on the UK economy recently. Corporations have curbed business investment in the country for four straight quarters, the longest streak since 2009, as they wait for clarity on Brexit. While slowing U.K. output has a negligible effect on global growth, as the U.K. economy constitutes about 2% of world GDP, investors have been increasingly nervous lately about slowing growth overseas. We remain cautious on Europe due to geopolitical concerns and tepid economic data.
Feeling confident? Four months after reaching an 18-year high, the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index has dropped 18 points, its biggest such slide since 2011. Sentiment's swift decline has caused some to wonder if a drop in confidence could be self-fulfilling, as lower confidence could weigh on consumer spending, and consequently, on output. We'll highlight our thoughts on the drop in confidence, and what it'll take for sentiment to stabilize in this week's Weekly Economic Commentary, and on the LPL Research blog later today.


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