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News World Netflix signs deal for Thai cave boy rescue miniseries
Netflix signs deal for Thai cave boy rescue miniseries
Netflix said on Tuesday it had secured the rights to make a miniseries about the dramatic rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a cave in northern Thailand last year that captured international attention.
"The story combines so many unique local and universal themes which connected people from all walks of life, from all around the world," Erika North, Netflix's Director of International Originals, said.
"Thailand is a very important market for Netflix and we are looking forward to bringing this inspiring local, but globally resonant story…to life," she added.
The "Wild Boars" soccer team, aged between 11 and 16, and their 25-year-old coach became trapped on June 23 while exploring the cave complex in the northern province of Chiang Rai when a rainy season downpour flooded the tunnels.
A 17-day effort to rescue them gripped the world with experts from various countries volunteering to help.
"We look forward to working with all involved parties to ensure our story is told accurately," assistant coach Ekkapol "Ake" Chantapong said.
The miniseries will be directed by Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M. Chu and Nattawut "Baz" Poonpiriya.
Netflix and SK Global Entertainment secured the rights from the 13 Thamluang, a company established by the boys and their coach.
So far, two books about the rescue have been published while a feature film by British-Thai director Tom Waller, "The Cave", wrapped up shooting in December, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
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INTRODUCTION: Human parainfluenza virus type 2 (PIV2) is an enveloped, non-segmented, negative-strand RNA virus belonging to genus Rubulavirus of the family Paramyxoviridae. The genome is 15,654 nucleotides in length and encodes 7 polypeptides from 6 genes arranged in the order 3'-N-V/P-M-F-HN-L-5'. Transcription and replication are directed by the viral nucleocapsid protein (N), the phosphoprotein (P), and the large polymerase (L) protein. The fusion (F) and hemagglutinin-neuraminidase (HN) glycoproteins are associated with the viral envelope, along with the internal matrix protein (M). The HN and F proteins are the major protective antigens of parainfluenza viruses and are the two virus neutralization antigens. The V protein has been identified as an antagonist of the interferon (IFN) response affecting both induction of type I IFN and signaling through the IFN receptor. PIV2 is a medically important respiratory pathogen that causes croup and bronchiolitis in infants and young children. By the age of 5 years old, 60% have had this type of parainfluenza. Currently, no effective vaccines or antiviral therapies are licensed to prevent PIV disease.
DESCRIPTION: The backbone of PIV2-GFP is a recombinant version of strain V94 (Genbank# AF533010) that contains a non-coding T to C substitution at nucleotide 15 – rV94(15C). The 15C substitution was a tissue culture adaption that resulted a slight attenuation in monkeys. An AscI restriction site was added between N and P, and GFP (EGFP, Clontech) sequence was amplified by PCR with added N-P start and stop signals and cloned into the AscI site of PIV2-15C. Viruses were rescued in BHK-T7 cells, then propagated and cloned by serial terminal dilutions on LLC-MK2 cells.
Construction: GFP gene was inserted between the N and P genes as the 2nd gene.
Passage History: The isolate was purified and propagated in LLC-MK2 cells.
Infectivity: Titer >7.0 log10 TCID50 per mL. Infectious in humans.


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In a teaser for their opening match in the World Cup in September, Scotland and Ireland's finest do battle in the PRO14 final!
Posted byNeil Olsen May 24, 2019 May 24, 2019 Posted inPRO14, Rugby World Cup 2019Tags:Ireland, PRO14, Scotland
Although we don't necessarily cover the PRO14 in any detail, this year's final has a real international flavor to it. With a good proportion of their respective World Cup squads involved in Saturday's club final, Irish and Scottish eyes will be keenly focused on events in Glasgow. In their last big game before the World Cup warm ups start in August, this is a chance for key Irish and Scottish players to really standout in front of the selectors in a match that mirrors the opening encounter for both sides in Japan in September. Irish Coach Joe Schmidt and his Scottish counterpart Gregor Townsend will be watching proceedings closely.
Title holders Leinster come into this match off the back of an agonizing loss to Saracens in the European Champions Cup final a fortnight ago. Meanwhile the Warriors failed to get past Saracens in the quarter final stages of the same competition. Despite that loss one could argue that Glasgow are the form team going into tomorrow's fixture, and continue to be the masters of a frenetic attacking style of rugby.
Leinster on the other hand have done enough to get them to this point, but simply haven't been the all conquering side of last year. Relying on a possession dominated game that starves opposition sides of quality ball, Leinster have been effective but it remains to be seen if they can handle Glasgow's fast paced and highly opportunistic brand of rugby. The two sides have only met once this year, and Glasgow were the dominant side, winning that encounter by a comfortable 15 point margin. Glasgow were able to pull off that victory away from home, and Saturday's final sees them enjoy the luxury of playing in front of their supporters at Glasgow's famous Celtic Park.
So without any further ado, here's what got us talking over our pints this week in relation to Saturday's eagerly anticipated match.
Glasgow Warriors vs Leinster – Saturday, May 25th – Glasgow
How many of the players wearing their club jerseys on Saturday will end up wearing their national colors on September 22nd in Yokohama remains to be seen, but there is no denying that the match tomorrow has more than just a few overtones of Ireland and Scotland's opening encounter in the World Cup later this year. Although Leinster come into the match as defending champions, one could almost argue that they have more to prove. With their form, that served them so well last year, seeming to have deserted them at key moments this season, Leinster know they have it all to prove to their supporters on Saturday. While Glasgow are unlikely to have underestimated the threat posed by one of Europe's best club teams – home advantage, the return of key players and a team in scintillating form in the PRO14 will make them hard to beat on the day.
Glasgow have to concern themselves with not only being competitive against Leinster's powerhouse front row but also keeping try seeking missile Sean Cronin in check
Most teams would fear the prospect of keeping up with Leinster's front row, but making sure that one of the competition's top try scorers is kept at bay is an added complication they would probably rather do without. Leinster's Hooker Sean Cronin has been a constant thorn in the side of opposition teams this year both in the European Champions Cup and PRO14. While Cronin's dart throwing at lineout time has not been the most reliable at times, Leinster's overall prowess in the front row is the stuff of legends with Irish props Tadhg Furlong and Cian Healy adding some real grunt and go forward ability at the coal face. Glasgow will be highly competitive here, and a good showing by them is likely to give Scotland Coach Gregor Townsend great heart heading into the World Cup, but there is no getting away from the fact that they are going to have their work cut out for them.
Glasgow simply have to make sure that Leinster don't overpower them up front and must try and disrupt the lineout as much as possible
We feel Glasgow will struggle to get parity with Leinster in the forward battles, but if they can disrupt the lineout to the point where Sean Cronin's dart throwing starts to unravel, there is the potential for loose and scrappy ball which Glasgow seem to thrive on. However, Leinster's Scott Fardy and James Ryan are two of the most reliable assets in European Club rugby and providing Cronin finds his targets, they are unlikely to cough up much opportunistic loose ball. With Jack Conan lighting up the back row for Leinster and Josh van der Flier back to his best on the open side, Glasgow really need to dig deep here to prevent Leinster having the lion's share of possession. Scottish eyes will all be on van der Flier's opposite number Rob Harley who is on fire this season and is likely to feature heavily in Scotland's World Cup plans, while youngster Matt Fagerson is definitely a raw talent in the making for both Glasgow and Scotland at number eight. Fagerson and Harley could not ask for a better warm up for the World Cup and a big performance on Saturday will be a massive confidence booster for them.
Johnny Sexton seems to have found the composure once more that has eluded him this season, but Glasgow's half back duo packs plenty of speed and the element of surprise
Sexton is such a benchmark for both Leinster and Ireland, that his loss of composure at key moments in 2019 has been worrying for Irish supporters in the run up to a World Cup that has so much riding on it for Ireland. In the PRO14 semi-final against Munster, Sexton seemed to finally settle back into his groove and Ireland Coach Joe Schmidt will hope that his star playmaker's last performance before the August warm-ups exhibits the same qualities. Glasgow's halfback duo of fly half Adam Hastings and scrum half Ali Price are more than capable of catching Sexton off guard. With Hastings rapidly rising through the ranks as a more than capable understudy to Scotland's first choice number 10 Finn Russell, Leinster and Sexton will have to keep an eye on the wily youngster. Meanwhile Ali Price is renown for his frenetic energy and pace off the back of the scrum. His opposite number Leinster's Luke McGrath will really need to keep the energetic Scottish youngster in check, and in doing so make his claim for Irish colors come September over a raft of up and coming contenders for the no 2 spot on Irish Coach Joe Schmidt's scrum half list for Japan.
Gary Ringrose has impressed all season for Ireland and Leinster so expect him to finish the year with a bang on Saturday
While his centre field partner Rob Henshaw may be the more established name, in our opinion it's Ringrose who has been the most consistent player for both club and country this season. Though many have compared him to the great Brian O'Driscoll, we feel Ringrose brings his own unique character and skill set to the game. Increasingly though he is making those kind of breaks that his predecessor was famous for. If a try is to be scored you can almost bet your next paycheck that Ringrose will feature heavily in its execution. With his defensive abilities improving with every outing, he is well on his way to becoming the kind of unique well rounded centre that the Emerald Isle seems to excel at producing. Glasgow and Scotland's Sam Johnson has also caught the eye all year, most notably in Scotland's recent thriller at Twickenham in the final match of the Six Nations. A key talent for Scotland and definitely someone likely to have a big say in Scotland's quest for glory in Japan in a few months time.
Plenty of Canadian interest on the left wing for Glasgow
Canadian fans will be keen to see arguably their country's best player in action for Glasgow on Saturday. Winger DTH van der Merwe is back to some of his best form for Glasgow after returning to the club this season after three years in England and Wales. Glasgow appear delighted to have him back, and the Canadian is clearly relishing being back at the club that got his international career off to such a promising start. DTH will feature heavily in Canada's exceptionally difficult World Cup challenge this September, and expect the winger to put on a show to give his international opponents something to think about later in the year.
A swansong in their respective colors for two of Europe's finest fullbacks?
In the case of Stuart Hogg, that is definitely the case as the Scottish fullback parts company with a club that he played such a vital role in over the last eight years. The final on Saturday sees the Scottish International head south of the border to take up with English premiership side Exeter. Glasgow will miss the extraordinary talents of a player who seems able to strike from anywhere on the pitch. Rob Kearney's future post Saturday's match is still undecided, but could well see him heading to France after the World Cup, and as a result tomorrow's game could be the last time the veteran fullback wears the colors of his beloved Leinster. Much like Hogg, Kearney has played a huge role in the Dublin club's successes in Europe and Ireland's triumphs on the world stage for the last fourteen years. Expect these two to put on a vintage display for their fans to remember them by.
We have to admit that we are really looking forward to what should be a thrilling contest, between two teams desperate to make a statement, with perhaps the need to do so being more pressing for Leinster. Glasgow at home will be exceptionally difficult to overcome and the crowd will do their bit as the sixteenth man, despite a healthy and numerous contingent of visiting Leinster supporters. A very hard contest to call, but despite some rather heated debate, we have ultimately decided to nod our heads across the Irish sea. Glasgow have home advantage and some truly dazzling attacking rugby up their sleeve in their favor but we side with the Irish team's experience and big match temperament. It will be close of that we're fairly certain and the lead may swing back and forth with some real heart in the mouth moments, but ultimately we feel Leinster will batten down the hatches and squeak out a tight win by four points! Either way make sure you don't miss it as it is likely to have some influence on proceedings on a certain Sunday in September this year!
In a mirror image of the Six Nations, England and Ireland's best do battle in the European Champions Cup Final
Arrows make it six in a row and a playoff spot beckons!

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The 2007-2008 television year was a dark time. Well, for some people. For fans it meant that there weren't going to be new episodes, but for the writers it meant that the future of contracts would yield so much more. That being said, the 2007-2008 Writers Guild of America strike hit like a storm that we, as fans, didn't really predict. Or at least I didn't because I was fourteen and I didn't pay attention to the industry the way I do now.
Had Joss Whedon had a show on television at the time, though, he would have had the same problem that 120 other "hyphenates" had. Joss is a showrunner – meaning he's both head writer and executive producer. He, quite literally, runs his shows. The WGA strike causes a lot of conflicts because head writers were striking as writers, but they were still contractually obligated to work as executive producers. Whedon, however, wasn't running a show.
While it's always sad when Joss Whedon doesn't have a show on air, we probably wouldn't have Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog if there had been something on television. But let it never be said that Joss Whedon isn't inspired, because he is and he delivers on those fantastic ideas.
Inspired by star Felicia Day's equally fantastic webseries The Guild, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog was written during the WGA strike. It was pitched within the creative team as a way to do something low-budget but with a high production value that circumvented all the issues that the WGA was striking about. Joss Whedon directed the series, but it was a collaborative effort between all three Whedon brothers, (Joss, Jed, and Zack) and Jed's wife Maurissa Tancharoen Whedon.
Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog stars Neil Patrick Harris as the title character, an aspiring supervillain trying to gain membership in Bad Horse's Evil League of Evil. He's also trying to make a romantic connection with Penny (Felicia Day), a idealist homeless shelter volunteer who becomes enraptured with Captain Hammer (Nathan Fillion), Dr. Horrible's archenemy.
Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog is interesting in that it works on two main levels of media. Each fifteen minute episode works as a webseries episode. They each had a clear beginning, middle, and end that completed the story of that episode. The series also works as a short film, however, being just as amazing as a one-shot story. Dr. Horrible also did something amazing, although it's not really discussed because of how webseries are changing the face of online video. Dr. Horrible did exactly what it set out to do, and did it beautifully. It's a webseries that was low-budget, but professional as all get out. But it proved that creators can do both and not have to deal with the issues that the WGA was striking about – it proved that there really is a future in web video. Robert Moore said it best, though, in Joss Whedon: The Complete Companion, "Many regarded it as the first great thing produced directly for the Internet, and the way the participants self-funded the project could provide a template for other producers of scripted content who want to work outside of the studio system" (13). Dr. Horrible is important for the future, and it was just the first step in the future of video.
Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog is fantastic and it stands as one of the great post-Firefly works of Joss Whedon. It has the campy charm of Buffy, the sarcasm in the face the fantastic of Firefly, and the great music that only Joss Whedon and company can deliver. If you loved "Once More with Feeling" as much as I did, it stands as my most watched episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, then you'll love the musical soundtrack to Dr. Horrible.
With characters like Simon Helberg as Moist, a sidekick who just makes things wet, and the references to Bad Horse, you're sure to have a fun time with even the minor characters and details. All in all, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog is an important chapter in Joss Whedon's career and it's worth multiple re-watches and keeping the soundtrack on repeat – even if you don't really like musicals as a whole.
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Brisbane five-piece The Lost Knights have been kicking around for a few years now, and in that time they've developed a truly endearing sound for themselves. Their music is the kind that stays in your body for weeks – it's music for the head, and music for the heart.
Now, with the release of their heartfelt new single Smile, the band continue to establish their penchant for crafting emotive pop-rock gems. It should go without saying that we're stoked to be premiering it for you today.
On their new single Smile, Brisbane five-piece The Lost Knights deliver a slice of emotive pop-rock that feels simultaneously vulnerable and strong.
Throughout the new single's five-minute duration, The Lost Knights glide through a concoction of indie-rock and piano-driven ballad-pop to craft a sound that feels simultaneously vulnerable and strong. Listening to Smile feels a lot like walking on ice – as if it could shatter beneath your feet at any moment.
With ethereal piano lines and soaring vocal hooks, this new track will swirl around your head before landing in the depths of your bones. Smile is both comforting and hard-hitting, and this duality is perhaps the track's most captivating quality.
Smile is the latest in a string of great releases from The Lost Knights, with an EP and full-length album already under their belts. Here's hoping we won't have to wait long to hear what they deliver next.
For now, do yourself a favour and watch the new video clip for Smile above.


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I had not thought about getting it before, because there is just no need for anything like that for the area I had lived most of my life. Even with neighbors so far apart, we still all knew each other and trusted each other. Strangers were just something that didn't happen in our corner of the world, so that was the biggest adjustment. I did not mind having neighbors right next to me, but I did mind the crime stats for the city I now call home.
While it is not Chicago or Baltimore, it still does see its share of crime. When I first moved here, I got to know my neighbors rather quickly. They both have security systems, and they told me it would be a good idea for me to get one too. While crime was not knocking right at their doors, there had been incidents within the immediate area in the past. That is all I needed to hear for me to start looking into which one I wanted. ADT is the one that has the best reviews and the prices are great too. I was not even here for a full week before I had a security system installed. I am glad that everything else is very similar to where I came from!


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Interview with A. P. Bateman and Review of Shadows Of Good Friday
I am delighted to be welcoming fellow #DarkerSideOfFiction2017 author, A.P. Bateman to my blog today for both an interview and a review of his latest novel Shadows Of Good Friday. Here's a bit about the man behind the stories.
A P Bateman is an Amazon #1 best selling author. Three of his novels have reached the # 1 slots in Amazon's paid top 100 categories.
A P Bateman has previously worked as a private investigator and trained and worked in close protection with ex-military, police and special forces. Having trained on US SWAT ranges in the past with serving police officers gives him a unique insight into weapons and tactics which adds realism to his writing.
He has recently released his sixth book, Shadows of Good Friday, and is currently working on another thriller.
And now onto the interview!
What kind of writer are you: plan or not?
I have planned some books, others have taken a more casual route. The Contract Man and Lies and Retribution were planned meticulously, as they take place in various time zones, have multiple characters and sub-plots within. The Town was a writing prompt from my daughter. "Start with a man drinking a cup of tea and someone being nasty to someone," she said. I changed it to coffee and eight weeks later it was finished. I didn't make a single note.
What attracted you to your chosen genre?
I trained and worked as a bodyguard and private investigator. I also trained on SWAT ranges in the US. I met people and went to places that inspired me to write. The espionage/military route was what interested me the most. I am working on a new series with a less than moral detective. It's fun, because he crosses the line to get justice, he has more than a few personal issues and I think that makes him interesting and more human. I plan to set the series in Cornwall, where I live, and it's interesting to write from the perspective of an outsider who wouldn't have ended up down here but for fate.
How have other writers influenced your own writing?
Hemingway, Fleming and Chandler all had a minimal approach. There really is no need to use ten words when two will do. Three of my novels were adapted from manuscripts I wrote fifteen to twenty years ago, and I laughed at some of the descriptions. I took thirty-thousand words out of The Contract Man - an entire sub-story. There's nothing worse for a reader than an author trying to be too clever.
Do you prefer to type or hand write?
The first two manuscripts I wrote were hand written. I only ever type now. Sometimes for the sake of pace, I'll cut and paste entire chapters.
Do you have a writing playlist? Or do you prefer silence?
Too much shooting has left me with tinnatus! I like some kind of background noise, as total silence is like listening to a clam shell! I made the mistake of listening to narrator interviews for The Town while writing recently and it messed up my plot! Sky news in the background is ok, because occasionally I'll pick up on a report and get an idea for another story.
Do you have any hobbies?
Swimming, shooting, cars - most of my other activities are with my children like bike riding, archery, walks and shouting a lot.
In the last days before signing the peace agreement, an IRA splinter cell mounts an operation on the British mainland using English criminals. This unprecedented move intrigues MI6 and they assume command of MI5's surveillance operation.
A career criminal is released from prison and aims to win back the wife and child his sentence has cost him, but before he can, he is forced back into his old world. The stakes have changed and his family have become leverage for the most ruthless people imaginable.
A woman imprisoned in an abusive relationship, desperate to escape with her son and rekindle her past becomes the pawn in a deadly world of deception, violence and retribution.
A clandestine wing of the secret intelligence service tests its newest recruit. Alex King has trained and operated in the shadowy world of intelligence and now he must kill for his country, but before he can, he needs to discover more about the men he has been sent to kill.
My review: 5 stars
I grabbed this one because I do love me a good thriller and this was very much a good thriller. I haven't read the others in the series, but it was clear from the blurb that it could be read as a standalone. I enjoyed it very much. The story opens with a man on the run after some kind of job he's done that has obviously gone wrong. It pulls you in from the first page and then you're hooked from there on out. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and will be picking up the other Alex King stories. Highly recommended!
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Avid Technology, previously known as Digidesign, is responsible for developing and releasing Pro Tools, a digital audio workstation (DAW) that is compatible with both Microsoft Windows and macOS. Sound for picture (sound design, audio post-production and mixing), music creation and production, and more broadly, sound recording, editing, and mastering are all operations that make use of this software.
Both as a solo piece of software and in combination with a variety of external analog-to-digital converters and PCIe cards equipped with on-board digital signal processors, Pro Tools is able to function (DSP). The Digital Signal Processor (DSP) is used to provide the host computer with extra processing capacity in order to achieve reduced latency audio performance and to handle real-time effects such as reverb, equalization, and compression. Pro Tools, like all digital audio workstation software, is capable of performing the functions of a multitrack tape recorder and a mixing console. In addition, it is capable of performing additional functions that can only be performed in the digital domain, such as non-linear and non-destructive editing (the majority of audio handling is done without overwriting the source files), track compositing with multiple playlists, time compression and expansion, pitch shifting, and faster-than-real-time mixdown.
A timeline is used to visually depict the audio, MIDI, and video components of a project. In a virtual mixer, audio effects, virtual instruments, and hardware emulators (such microphone preamps or guitar amplifiers, for example) may be added, altered, and processed in real time. Supported are sample rates of up to 192 kHz, as well as bit depths of 16 bits, 24 bits, and 32 bits for float audio. Pro Tools allows you to mix several bit depths and audio formats inside the same session. These formats include BWF/WAV (including WAVE Extensible), RF64, and BW64, as well as AIFF. It is capable of importing and exporting MOV video files as well as ADM BWF files, which are audio files that include Dolby Atmos information. Additionally, it is capable of importing MXF, ACID, and REX files, as well as the lossy codecs MP3, AAC, and M4A, and audio from video files (MOV, MP4, M4V). Pro Tools 10 got rid with the archaic SDII format, although macOS users may still convert SDII files to other formats.
As a result of the incorporation of video editing features, users of Pro Tools are now able to import and alter high-definition video file types like XDCAM, MJPG-A, PhotoJPG, DV25, and QuickTime, amongst others. It allows mixing in surround sound, Dolby Atmos, and VR sound using Ambisonics, and it comes equipped with capabilities such as time coding, tempo mapping, elastic audio, and automation.
The Pro Tools TDM mix engine, which was supported until 2011 with version 10, used 24-bit fixed-point arithmetic for plug-in processing but 48-bit for mixing. The 32-bit floating-point resolution used for plug-ins on current HDX hardware systems, as well as HD Native and native systems, employ 64-bit floating-point summation. Beginning with version 11, both the program and the audio engine were rewritten to run on a 64-bit architecture.
Avid moved away from the perpetual licensing model for Pro Tools and instead adopted the subscription-based approach in 2022. Pro Tools Artist costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year, while Pro Tools Studio costs $39.99 per month or $299 per year, and Pro Tools Flex costs $99.99 per month or $999 per year. New users are need to choose one of these three new plans in order to begin using Pro Tools. Learn more here.
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Eagles Fighting For Semi's Spot
Geylang International vs Balestier Khalsa
(July 2, Wednesday, 8.00pm, Jalan Besar Stadium)
(First Leg score: Balestier Khalsa 2-1 Geylang International)
Despite Geylang International's narrow 2-1 defeat to Balestier Khalsa in the first-leg quarter-finals of the RHB Singapore Cup, the Eagles are not throwing in the towel just yet prior to the second-leg which is to take place this Wednesday.
The first-leg tie was a tight affair and the Tigers will have to count themselves fortunate to end the game with a victory having been reduced to ten-man.
Trailing by a goal down at half-time after Emir Lotinac scored an own goal, Marko Kraljevic's side came on to score two after the restart through Goran Ljubojevic and Kim Minho to seal the victory.
Yusiskandar Yusop's red card in the first half of the game also means that the defender will be watching the game from the stands, and Poh Yi Feng may be a good replacement for the right-back.
Ljubojevic, Kim and Park Kang Jin will be the ones the Geylang defence would be keeping a close watch on, as the trio's workrate and chemistry has resulted in goals for the Toa Payoh-based club.
In the heart of defence would beLotinac and Nurullah Hussein are expected to be looking to put a halt to the antics by Leonel Felice and Hafiz Nor.
Felice had a rather quiet game in the first leg after forgetting to lace up his shooting boots, while Hafiz was a livewire for the Geylang side.
Having replaced Aliff Shafaein who is undergoing a two-match suspension after receiving a straight red card in the preliminary round, Hafiz has been fitting into the 'second striker' role perfectly, notably after scoring a goal for his side in the first-leg.
On the flanks there should be Ridhuan Muhammad and Mustaqim Manzur – the duo who were constantly running rings around the Balestier defence.
In defence, expect the telepathic understanding between Yuki Ichikawa and Kento Fukuda to result in a rock-solid performance.
Geylang coach Jorg Steinebrunner is looking forward to the return-leg encounter and has been instilling the belief in his side.
"The preparations have been going well so far and I can see the right amount of focus and concentrations from the training sessions," the German mentioned.
"We need to be confident but also acknowledge that Balestier is a good team."
When asked if Geylang are going for the kill right from the start or be wary of Balestier's attacks, Steinebrunner said, "We need to find a good balance by playing our normal game and not think about the score."
Kraljevic on the other hand is hoping that his side would maintain the lead throughout the second-leg.
"It is another 90-minute game and a long way to go," he commented.
"We are in the driving seat now and of course it is better to go to the second leg with the advantage."
Suspensions: Aliff Shafaein (Geylang International), Yusiskandar Yusop (Balestier Khalsa)
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Marret Asset Management Inc. - Issuance of Early Warning Report Pursuant to National Instrument 62-103 in Connection with Acquisition of Shares of Cline Mining Corporation
Marret Asset Management Inc.
Jul 17, 2015, 18:22 ET
TORONTO, July 17, 2015 /CNW/ - This press release is being disseminated by Marret Asset Management Inc. (the "Manager"), on behalf of certain accounts managed by it, at the address of 200 King Street West, Suite 1902, Toronto, ON M5H 3T4, as required by National Instrument 62-103 – The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bids and Insider Reporting Issues.
On July 8, 2015, shares of Cline Mining Corporation ("Cline") were received by certain accounts managed by the Manager, as disclosed below, pursuant to a Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (Canada) plan of compromise and arrangement. The Accounts held certain debentures of Cline which, following the recapitalization of Cline, were exchanged for shares and additional debt (the "CCAA Plan"). The accounts did not provide any additional consideration to Cline as part of the CCAA Plan and the shares were issued as part of a compromise of debt of Cline.
The following accounts managed by the Manager received securities directly in Cline, as set out below:
# of voting/non-voting common shares
% of class
Marret High Yield Strategies Fund
6,878,247 non-voting
Marret Private Portfolio HY Trust
Marret Resource Corp.
2,075,595 voting
As of the date hereof, the Manager has control and direction over accounts, including the above listed accounts, which, in aggregate, hold 4,319,306 voting common shares and 9,428,299 non-voting common shares of Cline, being 100% of the voting common shares and 100% of the non-voting common shares of Cline. Immediately prior to the CCAA Plan, the accounts did not hold any equity securities of Cline.
The Manager has been told that Cline has voluntarily surrendered its status as a reporting issuer in the Province of British Columbia and will be filing an application for a decision to cease to be a Reporting Issuer in the other Provinces of Canada shortly, in each case on the basis that the Reporting Issuer has fewer than 15 securityholders in any Province of Canada.
The Cline securities are being held for investment purposes only. There is no intention of the Manager, on behalf of the accounts, to acquire ownership or control over additional securities of Cline.
An Early Warning Report in respect of the above transaction will be filed with the relevant Canadian securities regulatory authorities. A copy of such report may be obtained from SEDAR at www.sedar.com or by contacting Margaret Franklin at 416-214-5800.
About Marret Asset Management Inc.
Marret Asset Management Inc. specializes in fixed income and particularly in high-yield debt strategies. The experienced team of investment professionals is led by Barry Allan, President and Chief Investment Officer. He founded Marret in 2000, following a career at Altamira, Nesbitt Thomson and a Canadian chartered bank, and has over 30 years of experience in credit and fixed-income markets.
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The only structure in the area said to have been constructed in the medieval time, Banasur ka Kila is about 20 km from Champawat, and about 7 km from Lohaghat. What is interesting about this place, and similar to the Gwal Devta Temple is, that this is a place you visit for its legacy than for its actual physical presence. Vanasur ka Kila is a must-do for lovers of mythology. It is believed to be the capital of demon Vanasur who faced his defeat at the hands of Lord Krishna.
Banasur ka Kila was constructed in the memory of Banasur, the eldest son of the mythologically famous King Bali because he was assassinated here by Lord Krishna when Banasur had tried to kill Krishna's grandson Aniruddha. To reach the fort, you must journey to Lohaghat, about 5 km from Champawat and from Champawat to Karnakarayat which is about 6 km from Lohaghat, and then it's a kilometre long walk to Banasur ka Kila, best taken with a generous dose of tales from the inhabitants.
The qila or fort is indeed an ironically constructed relic, which is based on the name of a boon-bestowed Banasur, the man with the thousand arms; whereas the fort gives an air of disintegration and dilapidation. The Lohawati River also originates from this site and is located alongside the Bhowali Road. In fact, this fort is the perfect spot to watch the origins of the Lohaghati River and to revel in the beauty of nature as well as man's creations.
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Legend of Banasur Ka Kila
According to famous legends, the Banasur ka Qila is named after the demon Banasura who was killed at this spot. Banasura was the eldest son of Bali and was a mighty ruler. He was also an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, and pleased by his devotion; Lord Shiva finally appeared in front of him and blessed him with a thousand arms.
Once Banasura was blessed with this boon, he started misusing his powers greatly, and created havoc on earth as well as in heaven. He even challenged Lord Shiva to name him the person who could beat him. Lord Shiva, in answer, gave Banasura a flag to hoist and declared that Banasura's contender would arrive the day the post of the flag breaks down.
Meanwhile, Banasura's daughter Usha, who was of marriageable age, saw the man of her dreams and confessed her desire to be married to him to her friend Chitralekha. Chitralekha, blessed with certain supernatural powers, saw that the man that her friend desired was Anirudha, Lord Krishna's grandson and the prince of Dwarka. Chitralekha abducted the prince from his sleep and brought him to Usha. The young couple then met and fell in love and stayed together happily for a few months.
One day, Banasura noticed the broken flag post and asked his soldiers to find any stranger who was living in his kingdom. This was when the truth about Usha and Anirudha came into the limelight, and Banasura stormed into his daughter's palace in a great rage. Angered, Anirudha confronted Banasura with a stone pillar in his hand, and a fierce battle ensued. The battle ended with Banasura imprisoning Anirudha. When Lord Krishna, Balarama and the others came to know about this, Lord Krishna fought with the evil Banasura and annihilated him. It was believed that Banasura was slain at the same spot where the fort is constructed, and thus the fort is named after him.
Things To Do at Banasur Ka Kila
There are no commercial activities at the Banasur ka Qila. The only thing that you can do here is to enjoy the views of the mountain peaks and the river. Sunsets, when viewed from the top of this fort, appear to be especially beautiful, and hence it is a good idea to visit the fort in the evening.
Best Time To Visit Vanasur Ka Kila
The best time to visit the famous Banasur ka Qila is in the winter months of October, November and December, as the weather is the most pleasant at this time.
Tips For Visiting Vanasur Ka Kila
1. The fort is reached after a trek of about 2 kilometres, so ensure that you carry drinking water along.
2. Make sure that you are wearing the proper footwear.
3. Bear in mind that the trek may be a little difficult for senior citizens.
How To Reach Vanasur Ka Kila
The Vanasur ka Qila is located 7 kilometres away from Champawat, the last two kilometres of which is an uphill trek.
To reach the fort, you must first journey to Lohaghat, about 5 kilometres from Champawat, and then from Champawat to Karnakarayat, which is about 6 kilometres from Lohaghat. From here, it is a kilometre long walk to Banasur ka Kila.
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This paper analyzes the Hebrew language proficiency, probability of employment, and labor market earnings of immigrants in Israel. It uses the 2010/11 Immigrant Absorption Survey conducted by the Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics. Unique features of the analysis include the study of long-duration immigrants (3 to 20 years), and analyses for: males and females, primary reasons for immigration, the subsidized intensive Hebrew language training program (ulpan), Ethiopian Jews, and Jewish and non-Jewish immigrants from the Former Soviet Union (FSU), in addition to standard immigration, demographic, and human capital variables. Results from multivariate analyses largely accord with the "standard theoretical model" of language proficiency regarding the mechanisms of "exposure", "efficiency", and "economic incentives". Acquaintance with the local language, on its part, increases the likelihood of being employed, and it has positive earnings outcomes. We discuss implications of the findings for public policy which can improve the adjustment of these new immigrants into their new society hence also moderate inter-group tensions.


OTTAWA, May 16, 2018—As part of its commitment to strengthening Canada's culture of innovation, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) proudly introduces the first annual Canadian Innovation Week (May 22-31). The week will bring together partners and stakeholders from the innovation ecosystem to connect, cultivate and celebrate Canadian innovation.
With an eye to inspiring the next generation, and making Canada the most innovative country in the world, the week shines a spotlight on innovation-related events and activities across the country. Engaging events throughout the week are anchored around the presentation of the Governor General's Innovation Awards on May 23rd. Each year the awards commend the trailblazers and creators whose work has a transformative and positive impact on the quality of life in Canada.
The RHF invites Canadians to participate in the week by sharing their organization's innovation stories, join events in their region, be a part of the #CanadianInnovationWeek conversation on social media, and more. Educators are encouraged to take advantage of free classroom resources designed for students in grades K-12. Up-to-date event listings and great tools can be found at canadianinnovationspace.ca/innovation-week.
In today's competitive and interconnected world, increasing productivity through the creation of new products and services, improving public sector performance, and building an inclusive, compassionate society will be the keys to Canada's success.
To coincide with Canadian Innovation Week, the RHF has launched Canadian Innovation Space, a digital, public platform offering resources, tools, and events that will keep innovation top-of-mind year-round. Discover more at canadianinnovationspace.ca.
The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is a uniquely Canadian charitable organization established by the Right Honourable David Johnston during his mandate as Governor General of Canada. The RHF amplifies the values of the Office of the Governor General and mobilizes people + ideas for the benefit of Canada and the world. Signature programs fall within four priority areas of focus for the country: the culture of innovation; equity of learning opportunities; fostering of leadership; and the promotion of giving and volunteerism.
Canadian Innovation Week is powered by the Rideau Hall Foundation and made possible thanks to the generous support of the Government of Canada, Thomson Reuters, Power Corporation of Canada, BDC, The Globe and Mail, and Facebook.


The National Association of Home Builders recently released their Housing Market Index report for November showing a solid increase in builder confidence for the seventh consecutive month. It now stands at 46, a five-point gain from last month. This is great news for communities across the nation as well as for us here in Elmhurst.
The NAHB Housing Market Index measures builders' perceptions of both current single-family home sales as well as expectations of sales for the next six months. It also looks at the rate of traffic in prospective buyers that builders are experiencing. After combining these ratings, an adjusted index is produced showing the rate of confidence the builders have in the market overall.
In November's report, two of the three indexes registered gains. The factor rating current sales conditions showed the largest increase – an eight-point gain to 49, its highest mark in more than six years. The factor measuring sales expectations for the next six months remained above 50 for a third consecutive month, notching up a two-point gain to 53. The factor measuring traffic of prospective buyers stayed unchanged at 35, though it had posted a five-point gain in October.
NAHB Chairman, Barry Rutenberg, a homebuilder from Gainesville, FL stated, "Builders are reporting increasing demand for new homes as inventories of foreclosed and distressed properties begin to shrink in markets across the country." He adds that with these improving conditions as well as continued low mortgage interest rates, many buyers who were undecided are becoming more and more motivated to purchase a new home.
Even though builders' confidence rates are still somewhat tentative – not yet solidly above 50 at which an equal number of builders view the market as both good and poor – they are showing consistently strong upward trends from month to month. At this time last year, the HMI stood only at 19. Some conditions still present difficulties for the market such as tight lending conditions for both builders and buyers, but overall confidence is definitely on the upswing.
For Elmhurst, this means that now is one of the best times in recent memory to get into the real estate market, and the Gracik Makinney Real Estate Group can help you make the most of this trend. With community knowledge, industry experience, and personal dedication, our team is the best place to start on the road to home ownership in Elmhurst. Contact us today at 540 South York St. in Elmhurst, or at (630) 567-5902. Please note also that we are moving in early December to 210 N. York Rd., Elmhurst.
As of October 2012, Elmhurst YTD sales are down 9%, from 922 to 839 homes sold. Year-To-Date October 2012 vs. Year-To-Date October 2011, the average price in the Elmhurst Area was down 1.49%. The YTD average price was down from $384,152 to $378,429. The YTD median price decreased 9.48%, from $320,000 to $303,500. As of November 24, 2012 there were 321 active listings in the MLS, representing a 7.35-month supply of inventory (MSI). Remember, 5.5 months is considered a "balanced" market by most. Year-To-Date average Days on Market (DOM) were up from 132 thru October 2011 to 141 thru October 2012.
The statistics presented in Market Tracker are compiled monthly based on figures and data generated by MRED for detached single family and attached single family properties. Due to possible reporting inconsistencies, Days on Market (DOM), average prices and rates of change should be used to analyze trends only. Property and statistical data sourced from MLS is solely for your personal, non-commercial use in buying or selling a property and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be verified. All representations and warranties regarding the information are disclaimed. Reproduction or any other use is prohibited.
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If you like, we'll even install some simple energy-saving products during the assessment. Currently assessments are only $49 and offer services that could cost as much as $500* elsewhere (promotional price valid while funds last).
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Throughout human history, we've found ways to light up the long winter nights, and we've created sparkling traditions and customs in the process. For the next several weeks here in Elmhurst, we can enjoy dazzling events that light up the season.
The Museum of Science and Industry began a holiday tradition in 1942 with just one tree dedicated to the Allies of World War II. Today, Christmas Around the World & Holiday of Lights includes a 45-foot tall Grand Tree with more than 30,000 lights and 1,000 ornaments. The event also features 50 smaller trees representing various cultures and holiday traditions from all around the world. Stroll through the trees with intermittent falling "snow" and take in special performances on the Holiday Stage. School choral groups will perform during the week, and ethnic song and dance performances will take place on the weekends throughout the exhibit, which runs from 9:30 a.m. 'til 4:00 p.m. November 15 through January 6.
The Lincoln Park Zoo presents Zoo Lights throughout the zoo grounds beginning on Friday, November 23 and continuing every Friday through Sunday until December 26. From then, the lights will stay on every night until January 6. In addition to an amazing display of lights, this annual family-oriented event will also offer holiday crafts and activities, animal encounters, 3D displays, live ice carving, carousel and train rides, and a musical light show. Santa will also be on hand for photos until December 23, and the first 1,000 attendees each night will receive holiday specs.
The John Hancock Observatory offers Santa in the Sky every weekend from November 17 through December 24. Featuring Santa and his seasonal helper, Observatory mascot Seemore Miles, the event also includes face painting, holiday activities, free family photos, and one free child's ticket to the Shedd Aquarium. The cost is free with admission to the Hancock.
Right here in Elmhurst, the Park District invites the public to the annual tree lighting at Wilder Park, and also to "join the holiday spirit in an old-fashioned celebration." From 6 – 8 pm on December 6, participants can decorate a holiday tree of their choice in the park. Pre-registration is required for decorating; go to the Wagner Community Center (630-993-8901) to select your tree and register. On the night there will be entertainment, treats, and a visit from Santa. The district will also be collecting non-perishable food items for the local pantry.
Elmhurst's location as a suburb of Chicago gives us the best of both worlds. We enjoy the benefits of both a vibrant metropolitan lifestyle and a small city's sense of community. The Gracik Makinney Real Estate Group can help you take advantage of this, too. With community knowledge, industry experience, and personal dedication, our team is the best place to start on the road to home ownership in Elmhurst. Contact us today at 540 South York St. in Elmhurst, or at (630) 567-5902. Please note also that we are moving in early December to 210 N. York Rd., Elmhurst.
Surpassing the Yankees' 27 World Series championships, Elmhurst's York Boys Cross Country Team cruised to their 28th Class 3A state title in a field of 25 schools. York finished with 82 points, comfortably ahead of second place O'Fallon with 117 and third place Lyons Township with 125. Since taking over as head coach in 1960, Joe Newton has led the team to collect 44 trophies (28 first, 12 second, and 4 third) never going consecutive years without a trophy.
Senior Scott Milling finished 6th overall with a time of 14:21 and was York's top finisher for the second year in a row. Junior Kyle Mattes (23rd, 14:47) and senior Alex Mimlitz (24th, 14:48) joined Milling in earning individual all-state honors. Other team members included junior Alex Bashqawi (27th, 14:50), senior Chris May (49th, 15:05), Jack Libert (59th, 15:08), sophomore Matt Plowman (146th, 15:41), senior Zach Herrera, juniors Nathan Mroz and Connor York, sophomore Nathan Dale, and freshman Jon May.
At the awards ceremony on Saturday, the team wore white tuxedos with the all-state athletes carrying white canes to match. Milling was very happy to cap off his York years with a win, "This is what I've worked for since I became a freshman at York, and I did it so I'm happy." Mattes spoke of the importance of the senior leadership this year, and will find himself in a similar position next year. Mimlitz took it a step further recognizing the contributions of all the individuals who have helped him during his years at York, especially during his injury and convalescence time.
The sense of community and teamwork shown by the boys isn't just a happy accident. It's a reflection of the spirit of Elmhurst itself. From the dedication of over 50 years of coaching by Joe Newton, to the recognition of current and former residents who are military veterans, Elmhurst celebrates the interdependence of its residents and their commitments to each other. The Gracik Makinney Real Estate Group can help you become a member of this vibrant community, too. With community knowledge, industry experience, and personal dedication, our team is the best place to start on the road to home ownership in Elmhurst. Contact us today at 540 South York St. in Elmhurst, or at (630) 567-5902. Please note also that we are moving in early December to 210 N. York Rd., Elmhurst.
Real-life Monopoly® tycoon, Warren Buffett, is often on the forefront of promising financial investments – that's how you become a tycoon in the first place. It's great news then for Elmhurst homeowners, as well as for those who want to become homeowners, that Mr. Buffett has recently acquired a real estate franchise from Prudential and Real Living with a plan to launch a new brokerage.
The new brokerage, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, will start up next year, and will specialize in residential properties. It will be based in Irvine, CA led by a team of former Prudential Real Estate executives. Clearly Mr. Buffett sees great potential in the residential real estate market and is willing to make a substantial financial investment in the outcome. Home Services already owns local brokerages in 21 states employing some 16,000 agents. This deal will create a national franchise for the company with some 75,000 in the network. Chicago area brokerage firm Koenig & Strey, the Gracik Makinney Group's parent company, will number among them.
The fact that Warren Buffett sees such promise in the residential real estate market is good news for us all. All summer long we've seen promising market statistics pointing to a genuine recovery in process. With a financial investment of this scale in the residential market, it seems more likely than ever that home ownership is back on track and heading in the right direction.
Warren Buffett is sometimes treated as if he has a rare gift of financial foresight. In fact, what he has in abundance is common sense. He shops for bargains, makes careful investments of both time and capital, and thinks about purchases as long-term investments. He's even quoted as saying, "Only buy something that you'd be perfectly happy to hold if the market shut down for 10 years." The fact that Mr. Buffett has decided that now is a good time to expand his holdings in the residential real estate market is just another sign that home ownership is once again a good investment.
Long-term interest rates remain at record low levels, and here in Elmhurst there are wonderful homes for sale in excellent neighborhoods. The Gracik Makinney Real Estate Group is here to help you make the most of these opportunities. With community knowledge, industry experience, and personal dedication, our team is the best place to start on the road to home ownership. Contact us today at 540 South York St. in Elmhurst, or at (630) 567-5902.
This is a great time to enter the property market – the best time in recent memory, in fact. Here in Elmhurst interest rates remain at all-time lows, and home prices are still very attractive. But given the hard housing lessons learned nationwide of late, how do you know how much house is right for you?
Lenders have a very specific formula they use to determine how much to lend to you. Even if a lender approves your application for X amount, that doesn't mean you should actually spend that much on a home. Consider the following to find the right balance for you and your bottom line.
Know your monthly income. If you're a salaried employee, this is simple. If you work on a commission or tip basis, consider both high and low income months, and find a realistic point in between to call an average. Also, consider the stability of your income. Today's job market is less predictable than in the past, so bear this in mind as you calculate your predictable income.
Know your debt load. Car loans, credit card payments, child-care costs, and other debts must all be factored in to your monthly budget.
Know your monthly expenses. These costs are in addition to your debts, and include such things as grocery bills, mobile phone bills, commuting costs, Internet fees, and so forth.
Know how much you can reasonably put toward a down payment. Most lenders today expect buyers to put down at least 20% of the purchase price plus pay for closing costs. Bear in mind that you should also keep an emergency fund for unexpected expenses, and don't assume that all of your savings can safely go toward a new home purchase.
Know how long you can plan to stay in your new home. Real estate today just doesn't appreciate at the same rate it has in the past, so you'll need to plan to stay put for at least 5 years before breaking even.
Now is an excellent time to consider a property purchase, and Elmhurst is an excellent place to call home. The Gracik Makinney Real Estate Group is here to help you make the most of these opportunities. With community knowledge, industry experience, and personal dedication, our team is the best place to start on the road to home-ownership. Contact us today at 540 South York St. in Elmhurst, or at (630) 567-5902.


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7. Don't Pee on His Rug.
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Woodworking is one hobby that can conjointly be a rewarding profession if you're keen on to work with your hands and build beautiful pieces of furniture from wood. When you learn the woodworking crafts and become a fine woodworking craftsman, you may be ready to build all sorts of furniture, (table, beds, and chairs), with ease. You'll be able to then sell your completed woodworking projects and build a handsome profit. It takes time to become skilled in the craft of woodworking. The nice thing concerning working up to that professional craftsman level is you will be able to create some really nice furniture for you and your family to fancy. Imagine building a custom low table or grandfather clock and having it sit in your living area. It can be a topic of conversation whenever you have friends come over to visit. They can raise: How did you create it? Where did you get the woodworking plans? How long did it take to finish the project? What kind of wood did you employ? What kind of tools did you utilize? How on earth did you make such a lovely piece of furniture? As you discuss your work, a way of pride can come over you and don't be shocked if your friends ask you to make one for them too! If you're thinking you're too old or too young for woodworking, think again! You're never too previous or too young for such a fun hobby and it's excellent for beginners!
Start with an idea in mind of what you want to create and then get a really sensible woodworking project set up that is geared toward beginners. There are many tiny woodworking projects for beginners offered for purchase from on-line woodworking retailers. Some woodworking plan suggestions to get you thinking are: a jewelry box, a music box, a clock, a bird house, a chessboard or checkerboard, a rocking horse for a kid just to call a few. Of course you can begin out with as grand a woodworking arrange as you choose. However, the chances are if you start out with a little woodworking project at 1st, you may have a higher probability of finishing the project. Your woodworking project plan ought to embrace some lists! Lists of: woodworking hardware, the number and kind of wood needed, and the desired hand tools and power tools to finish the project. Note: A word of caution regarding buying woodworking tools. Only get what you wish to complete your immediate or upcoming project. This is very important particularly if you are a beginner and simply beginning out. Tools don't seem to be cheap. The beginner needs smart woodworking tools, but you can simply break the bank shopping for heap of tools you'll not use all that often. When you are doing purchase tools, purchase quality. Do a little analysis and compare product. Buy the best that you'll afford at the time.
A claw hammer, wood chisel set, a hand saw, a miter box with a saw (for cutting angles), a coping saw, finish punches, flat and straight tip screwdrivers, a rubber mallet (for tapping items along while not damaging the wood), woodworking clamps, a wood vise, a bench plane, a rasp, a tape measure, a twelve" steel rule, a half-dozen" steel sq., and do not forget the wood glue and a brush to unfold the wood glue! Of course you'll need a dry place to figure and could would like a pair of saw horses to work on.
Circular saw, a jig saw, a table saw, a belt sander (to remove larger amounts of material and level out larger surfaces), an orbital end sander, a three/8" electrical drill, a 12v or 18v cordless drill. Here is my Beginners List of Woodworking Safety Equipment: Safety glasses, clear safety goggles, dirt masks, face shield, hearing protectors, Nitrile disposable gloves We might persist and on with listing a lot of woodworking hand tools and a lot of woodworking power tools here, however the idea is to shop for the essential hand and power tools that beginners will need. You'll always increase your toolbox as you gain experience!
You now have a great new hobby in woodworking, you have purchased your woodworking project set up and you are extremely excited to start out using your new woodworking tools, however how? Your woodworking project set up should offer you bit by bit directions and techniques to complete your project. But if you are unsure about what to do there's help accessible! There are many places that starting woodworkers can learn about the woodworking craft. Initial, subscribe to one of the several woodworking magazines out there. Each month the writers in woodworking magazines do a story on how to boost your woodworking craft. Whether it's showing you the way to use a finish to a completed project, or how to form a mortise and tenon joint, something new will be learned each month. Next, is buying educational DVD's like the ones created by Fine Woodworking Magazine. Instructional Woodworking DVD's cowl topics like: mastering your table saw, a way to use a router, how to flip wood projects, turning wood bowls, and wood finishing basics. As you'll see, there are various educational resources accessible for the start woodworker to be told the woodworking craft. Woodworking is a hobby that can conjointly be a rewarding profession. Learn about woodworking crafts, and what hand tools and power tools are must haves for beginners to be successful. Once you learn the woodworking crafts and become a fine woodworking craftsman, you may be able to create all kinds of furniture, (table, beds, and chairs), with ease.


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I'm a horrible packer. As a travel blogger this is definitely a faux pas. Travel bloggers are often seen as glamorous jet setters who have packed and unpacked so many times. If you were writing a resume it would say: Has extensive packing experience. You would think that an experienced travel blogger should know what items to bring, what ones to leave at home. I might even suggest to pull up a chair and listen, as YOU the traveler can learn from my experiences. Unfortunately…I'm no subject matter expert on packing. When I travel I want to bring EVERYTHING.
So here's the part where I tell you how my life has changed. And it has…with the help of a few very useful suitcase organizers called "Neat Packs." They come in 3 sizes: small, medium and large and are very durable. Not all packing cubes are made equal, so remember this before you are buying the cheapest set from a remote place in China.
Just so you know, I don't promote anything I don't believe in and use myself. I've been using the Neat Pack Bags for my last 3 business trips. The best part is that my underwear and socks have been kept together. I also know that if my suitcase is randomly selected to be opened at security, I don't have to worry about everyone seeing all my unmentionables. Not that they know me personally anyways, but you know.
One of the concerns you might have is that they take up extra room, but I find that with them fitting so well in the suitcase, it becomes easier to stack items and create more room. Neat Pack's packing cubes are made out of very durable material and they are very thin for when maximizing space is a major concern – but let's be honest here, you probably have a couple of outfits you can leave at home each trip that won't get worn anyways.
The best part of the packing cubes is when they aren't in use, the flexible material is easy to roll up and store out of the way. Packing cubes are also great for using on that long road trip or extended hotel stay as you can pack them into a cupboard so you don't have that 'living out of a suitcase' feeling the whole trip.
Ready, Set, Pack! Although I'm not completely cured of my #suitcaseproblems, nor am I looking forward to packing for my next trip (who really looks forward to packing), I'm making some progress. Perhaps it's time to be on the hunt for some more travel-friendly gear in the future.
Disclosure: I was not compensated for this post, however I did win a contest where I was sent 3 free Neat Packs in the mail. In return I was asked to post a picture of them to Instagram. This blog post was not compensated. All opinions are my own and are not influenced in any way.


Liverpool are reportedly plotting to hijack Manchester United's move for Benfica star Nicolas Gaitan in the ongoing transfer window.
The attacking midfielder, who can also play as a winger, has been linked with a £20m move to Anfield as well as Old Trafford.
Despite being long-term admirers, the Red Devils' s attempts to land the Argentinean in the previous transfer windows were in vain.
An Independent report states that the Reds are in talks with the reigning Portuguese champions over a possible transfer this summer.
Brendan Rodgers's transfer kitty has been boosted by Luis Suarez's sale to Barcelona and the Northern Irishman has insisted that he will be using the £75m fee to make "strategic signings".
The former Swansea City boss is ready to take Liverpool's summer expenditure over the £100m mark. He has already spent almost £60m on signing Rickie Lambert, Emre Can, Adam Lallana and Lazar Markovic.
The Merseyside club are believed to be nearing completion of a £38.5m swoop for Dejan Lovren, Loic Remy and Divock Origi.
The French newspaper Le10sport claimed that AS Monaco have earmarked the 26-year-old as their number one target following the departure of James Rodriguez to Real Madrid.
It was reported that the former Boca Juniors star had agreed personal terms with the Ligue 1 giants but the move fell through.
Leonardo Jardim's side failed to agree a fee as the Europa League runners-up are willing to allow their prized asset to leave only if his release clause of €45m (£35.6m) is activated.
However, the Independent report states that Liverpool are hoping to strike a deal for less than the price necessary to facilitate the midfielder's departure from Estadio da Luz.
Reigning Spanish champions Atletico Madrid were also reportedly interested but Gaitan's agent Jose Iribarren quashed all rumours.
"I know there's a lot of speculation around the Gaitan, but I can assure you that so far have not received any official offer or Atletico Madrid or Monaco. This is not to say that clubs are not negotiating, but so far not yet reached me anything," Iribarren explained.
Since moving to Portugal in 2010, Gaitan has been one of the consistent performers for Jorge Jesus' side.
Both clubs have already done business this summer over the £20m transfer of Markovic. It remains to be seen whether the South American will reunite with the Serbian international at Anfield for the upcoming campaign.


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Unlimited spending authority and industry liability remain key stumbling blocks
Ted Agres(tedagres@lycos.com)
A House of Representatives committee has approved legislation to enact Project BioShield, the White House plan to accelerate development and production of new vaccines and countermeasures against biological weapons. But the committee has rejected the Bush administration's request for unlimited funding authority, a component that officials argue is essential to spur research and development of new vaccines and therapeutics.
The House Energy and Commerce Committee on Thursday unanimously approved its version of the Project BioShield Act and set funding at around $5.6 billion over the next 10 years. The House bill is at odds with the Senate version, which grants the administration's request for "permanent indefinite funding authority" to spur development and purchase "huge amounts" of vaccines or drugs to treat smallpox, anthrax, Botulinum toxin, Ebola, plague, and other pathogens.
That measure (S 15), passed March 19 by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, would authorize a...
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The Anderson shelter was designed in 1938 by William Paterson and Oscar Carl Kerrison in response to a request from the Home Office. It was named after Sir John Anderson, who was responsible for preparing air-raid precautions immediately before the start of World War II.... The Anderson Shelter I�ve been doing some research on Anderson and Morrison shelters during WW2. The video above is a picture gallery for a school project which involved the restoration of an Anderson shelter found buried in the ground.
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The Anderson Shelter I�ve been doing some research on Anderson and Morrison shelters during WW2. The video above is a picture gallery for a school project which involved the restoration of an Anderson shelter found buried in the ground.
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Today marks Brian & my 3 year wedding anniversary. To be quite honest, it feels so much longer than that. Forewarning: This is a picture heavy post!
Brian, thank you for loving me unconditionally & always making me laugh at the silliest things & always being an encouragement & letting me know everything will be OK when I worry the most. I love you, boo!
I highly suggest Brooke if you are the the Austin/San Marcos area. She is the sweetest & as you can see does fabulous work. Thanks so much Brooke!!


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'Hacksaw Ridge' Review
Posted on 24th January 2017 By Calvin Law
Calvin Law reviews Mel Gibson's return to the director's chair.
You don't go into a Mel Gibson film expecting nuance or subtlety with regards to religious subtext. This is the man who directed Braveheart and The Passion of the Christ. Christian imagery and references to the gospel are to be expected. And, like those films, Hacksaw Ridge utilizes them for a very particular purpose. In Braveheart it romanticised a Scottish rebel's plight for martyrdom, in The Passion of the Christ it helped both honour and deconstruct the religious identity of Jesus, and in his latest film – a biographical account of Desmond Doss (Andrew Garfield) – it gives us insight into the very particular mindset of a Seventh-day Adventist Christian who enlisted in WWII as a conscientious objector. A combat medic who went into battle without a single weapon, he ended up rescuing over 75 soldiers in the Battle of Okinawa – a remarkable story to be sure, but one that could easily have become sanctimonious in the wrong hands.
Luckily, Gibson and screenwriters Andrew Knight and Robert Schenkkan know how to strike the perfect balance between honouring the incredible faith and courage that Doss displayed with regards to his religious devotion, and confronting the grittier sides of the story. It is a tale of a man's earnest pacifism tested by the most extreme circumstances of war, here depicted as hellishly unrelenting. There is a small but harrowing moment in the midst of one of many unforgettable war sequences where an American and Japanese soldier unleash primal screams of unbridled rage, as their flailing limbs interlock in a violent embrace, and a grenade goes off between them. War drives men to the very edge – quite literally here on the titular ridge, a battleground enclosed by the cliff face of Maeda Escarpment in Okinawa. There is no good or bad in killing, only pain and suffering that blurs all such distinctions; Mel Gibson's latest film depicts war vividly, but refuses to glorify it in the process.
The film builds up to these harrowing sequences with a languidly-paced and enjoyably earnest first half. Garfield, with his sprightly step and goofy but infectious grin, is pitch-perfect as he romances the nurse at a local hospital (Teresa Palmer) and gradually develops a passion for medicine. These scenes are contrasted with the rather more sombre tones of Doss' home life, where an alcoholic father (a brilliant Hugo Weaving), haunted by memories of WWI, looms over the family. The ominous news of WWII from abroad finally compels Doss to enlist in the army.
It's in the standard 'boot camp' scenes where we see the film finally begin to take shape as a war film. Gibson, far from sticking to the formula, gives these scenes a surprising amount of humour (largely stemming from Vince Vaughn's abrasive drill sergeant) and just enough characterization to the fellow soldiers. Most importantly, we see Doss' faith be tested. Knight and Schenkkan's screenplay sets up Desmond's endearing conviction in his beliefs to be questioned, not unreasonably, by his fellow soldiers, who are incredulous at the prospect of a soldier refusing to bear arms into battlefield. The film transitions momentarily into a courtroom drama of sorts, and it's in these scenes we get glimpses into how Doss will respond to adversity on the battlefield: resourceful and intelligent in expressing himself, he has a passionate, soulful desire to help repair a world torn apart by war and violence. Between the strength of Doss's faith, well-earned over the course of the film, he is an easy lead to root for.
As excellent as the first half of the film is, the second half is downright brilliant in its presentation of the battlefields of Hacksaw Ridge. The trick with war films nowadays is to bring something new to the table: if we want to see Doss earn his devotion to God, we have to see him struggle. And boy does he struggle alongside the other soldiers of the 77th Infantry Division from the very moment they enter Okinawa. Here, as they watch rows of wagons carrying dead, dying and disillusioned soldiers, the stench of death and decay can be felt in every frame. Tension is ratcheted up to unbearable levels and releases into unrelenting bursts of violence, the gore terrifying but never excessive, as we watch valiant men crushed by the enemy forces. Some dive in with courage and hard-boiled conviction, others are realistically portrayed as terrified and out of their element, and many are mown down in great numbers. The chaotic incoherence in many action films nowadays is nowhere to be found here; each brutal death on either side is realized in often brief but incredibly effective fashion. The cinematography of Simon Duggan and the concise editing of John Gilbert create a visual experience of war like few others, the flames and gunfire against the stark gray landscape creating some unforgettable images. Perhaps even more impressive, though, is the sound editing: each gunshot and scream imprints itself powerfully in your mind.
In the midst of it all this is Doss, valiantly diving into the fray to help every man he possibly can. The striking thing about Gibson's approach here is that he presents the somewhat ridiculous feats of this man in a heightened, romanticized fashion, almost paying tribute to him as some sort of Christ figure – and it feels completely deserved. Doss did actually save all these men, he was every bit as brave as the film portrays him as, and all that religious imagery powerfully illuminates the man's unquenchable faith. Garfield, in a largely reactionary role in these sequences, is spectacular. His best work of the year was in Silence, but I'm certainly glad he's getting awards love for his powerful, heartbreaking portrayal of a man shattered by the horrors of war but selfless enough to hold it together for his fellow soldiers, and even help wounded Japanese soldiers he comes across. Don't be surprised if his repeated invocation to 'Please, Lord, let me get one more' rings again and again in your head; Hacksaw Ridge is perhaps the most powerful cinematic event of 2016, on a visual and emotional level.
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Illeana Douglas is an actress, writer, and producer. She studied at "The Neighborhood Playhouse". While working in New York as a stand-up comedian and sketch comedy artist, she got a job "screaming" for Martin Scorsese's The Last Temptation of Christ (1988). This led to a long working relationship in the films, New York Stories (1989), Goodfellas (1990) and Cape Fear (1991). She received critical acclaim as the suspicious sister of Matt Dillon in To Die For (1995), as "Denise Waverly" in Grace of My Heart (1996) and "Roberta Allsworth" in Ghost World (2001). On television, she has appeared on Entourage (2004), Ugly Betty (2006), and received an Emmy nomination as "Angela" on Six Feet Under (2001).
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I've slowly been gathering a collection of book binding links in my browser. I thought it might help others if I publish some of them here.
Here's my collection of bookbinding links on Delicious.
I have some higher res images of my books on Flickr.
These are web sites or shops based in Australia so shipping should be cheaper if you are in Australia.


When I began studying mindfulness, what struck me most interesting was how regular practice in "paying attention" allowed one to be more efficient. When you're in the present tense you're hot on the task at hand. But a recent review of my books by Ellen Langer ,in particular her 1989 book "Mindfulness," refreshed the scope of my understanding of mindfulness to include "flexible mind." I think that there are those who want to embrace mindfulness, but their brains are in a place where they are incapable of such thoughtful engagement.
On the brain maps of some patients we can see regions of the cortex that are suppressed. Interviews with these patients reveal patterns of rumination, one track thinking and automatic responding to people and situations. When suppression is released, or when these regions begin to show greater variability, via relaxation therapy or neurofeedback for example, awareness increases, and there is greater cooperation and less resistance to new ideas. At this point the brain is more flexible and better able to benefit from mindfulness training.


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Zhidk. krist. ikh prakt. ispol'z. = Liq. Cryst. and their Appl., 2018, 18 (2), 5—30.
DOI: 10.18083/LCAppl.2018.2.5
Vsevolod Konstantinovich Freedericksz – the Founder of the Russian School of Physics of Liquid Crystals
N. V. Tsvetkov
Saint-Petersburg University,
7/9 Universitetskaya Emb., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia.
E-mail: n.tsvetkov@spbu.ru
V.K. Freedericksz was born on April 29, 1885 in the family of a major Russian official. After graduation from the high school, Freedericksz continued his education at the University of Geneva. He wrote his PhD thesis under the C. Guye's supervision in 1909. Afterwards Freedericksz worked at the University of Göttingen, at first with V. Voigt, and since 1914 together with D. Hilbert he was developing the General Theory of Relativity. In 1918 Freedericksz returned to Russia and started his work at the Leningrad State University (LSU) and at the Institute of Technical Physics (ITP). Freedericksz began to study LC in 1923. The first article written together with A. Repieva was published in 1927. It was proved that the nematic LC in a magnetic field is oriented due it's diamagnetic anisotropy Δχ, and the effect has a threshold. In 1929 together with V. Zolina Freedericksz derived and experimentally proved the «Freedericksz's equation»:
Hcz=π(K/Δχ)1/2.
In 1935 V. Freedericksz and V. Tsvetkov published four articles in which the behavior of nematic LC in the electric field was studied. The observed effects and their interpretation are the basis of all modern LC display devices. After Freedericksz was arrested in 1936, the LC studies were continued at LSU (SPbU) until the present.
Keywords: liquid crystals, effect of the Freedericksz transition


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