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La La Land Review
Posted by dependsonthedream on January 18, 2017 July 25, 2017
What separates a high-quality, enjoyable film from a cinema classic, etched in the public consciousness? Star performances? An unforgettable soundtrack? Resounding, colourful images? This question is a timely one, as La La Land has all three & much, much more; the level of chatter it has created amongst regular and casual movie-goers alike suggests it is on its way to lasting renown. See it now, because the sooner you do, the more time you'll have to bask – or boogie – in its blossoming reputation.
We open on a less than jolly Los Angeles feature; an endless traffic jam. Suddenly people are out of their cars and up on the bonnets, dancing, singing and spreading pure happiness in the song 'Another Day of Sun'. It is witty, catchy and deliriously fun, without a doubt one of the best opening scenes of this millennium.
Then it's down to showbusiness. Mia is a wannabe actress serving coffee to the stars, in touching distance of the life she craves but obstructed by disinterested casting agents and dozens of rivals. Sebastian is a passionate jazz pianist, whose love for his art is less than popular with his restaurant manager boss (J.K. Simmons, doing one scene of his irate Whiplash character). Their lives collide once, then a second time, and in a glorious dance sequence in the Los Angeles dusk ('A Lovely Night') it becomes clear that their steps should move forward in time.
This move – coming to a dancehall near you soon (they still have dancehalls, right?)
After the solipsistic, bloody rage of Whiplash, a sun-drenched danceathon featuring hundreds of extras might seem like a surprise move for a director who doesn't turn 32 til 19/1/2017 (tomorrow). And yet not; Chazelle has been preparing for this since his first film, a vérité jazz musical called Guy And Madeline On A Park Bench. He was so committed to that project, he briefly left Harvard Film School to complete it. His classmate, roommate and composer Justin Hurwitz scored it, as he did Whiplash & now La La Land; it is because he & Chazelle are so perfectly in sync that this film is so easy to love. What's more, they know their musical history as well as their movie history; nods to Ingrid Bergman & Casablanca sit comfortably alongside Singin' In The Rain, while the whole piece is styled very much like Jacques Demy's 1964 film The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, starring Catherine Deneuve.
The sun-soaked brightness of that opening scene is maintained throughout the first act or two, with each shot colour-coordinated to perfection; even scenes at night are lit by radiant dresses & fluorescent bar lights. But as Mia & Sebastian get closer to their dreams, both the joy and the colours start to dim. Chazelle developed the idea for the script at a time when he felt shut out from the Hollywood bubble, and there is a persistent awareness of La La Land as a place where compromise and luck are a huge part of 'making it'. The film comes to reflect the town it portrays; drawing you in with outer beauty, before sucker-punching you with the realities of life. In the beginning, Mia & Sebastian help each other towards their respective goals; as their stories progress, it seems the only way to success is dancing with oneself. Or is it?
This gif makes the ugliness of the world a bit less ugly.
As he idles along the pier, Sebastian hums about the 'City Of Stars' to a tune that is destined to win Best Song at next month's Academy Awards (alongside surely a boatful of other statuettes). There can be few brighter stars in the current Hollywood sky than Gosling and Stone. Their complete synchronicity here is several years and films in the making. Crazy, Stupid, Love found its peak with their flirting scenes; Chazelle smartly uses Gosling's irrepressible charm and Stone's wide-eyed beauty & natural likeability to delightful effect here. We don't so much want to be one or the other of them, as both; and more than that, we're rooting desperately for them to be together. I'd almost give them the Oscars for the 'A Lovely Night' scene alone, though there are equal highlights when Mia pours her soul out in an audition and when the pair express their differences in an emerald, Vertigo-inspired light.
Part of the glory of La La Land, & why it should make the graceful leap from fun to fabled, is in its intertwining of drama and dance. The spoilsport's response to musicals is 'people don't just start singing and dancing from nowhere'. In this world of dreamers, brimming with talent but just needing an opportunity to show it, it feels entirely apt that they break into a shimmy at the slightest encouragement. In a classic, well-handled story of love, loss & aspiration, dance and song are excellent outlets for the high emotions they, and we, are feeling. That the whole piece has a dream-like quality is not to say there is nothing at stake; rather it is testament to the free-flowing feel of Chazelle's work. Experience tells us dreams often fail; when Mia & Sebastian are dancing, anything seems possible.
As you may have gathered from a ubiquitous promo campaign, La La Land is out now. It took big money on its first weekend, with good reason; this is one to see again and again. And again, just for good measure.
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Greetings world! Welcome to my experience web pages. My website explores my experiences through the activities I find most joyful in life: travel, dining and dancing. I also included some of my favorite quotations and meandering thoughts.
I was married to my beautiful wife Megan on September 9, 2007. Follow this link to follow the fun of my marriage slideshow.
People say it isn't fun and a whole heck of a lot of people try to get out of it! I loved it. Follow this link to find out why!
I like to summarize some of the joys of my year by sharing a slideshow of my year to the world. Follow this link and I will take you on a walk through my year!


So, as I was about to travel, I took note of the pricing for roaming data from Rogers. Rogers will charge you (at the time of this article) a whopping $50 for 5mb of roaming data. If you do not pre-plan your data usage, you'll be charged at a rate of 3 cents a kb (more) or a whopping $30 a megabyte!
When I arrived in Margarita Island, Venezuela, I took a look at the different mobile phone providers, and which ones would handle a 3G connection. I found DIGITEL. The first thing to do was to find mall or a larger store from one of these companies (often, smaller stores won't sell SIM cards or may only sell hardware). I decided to go to the largest mall on the island: Sambil (map), located in Pampatar and check out DIGITEL.
At Sambil, I found a DIGITEL store. Since I'm not good with Spanish and they weren't so good with English – I managed to get across that I was after after a bit of help from a local person. I asked them for a SIM card and data use on my blackberry – hey, it worked. I was then directed to a larger DIGITEL store inside of the mall close to the food court.
At this larger store I had to wait for a teller, and the teller was good enough to help me purchase a SIM card and a data/voice package (I didn't intended to make calls) that would allow me 50mb of usage before I was the card would need to be re-loaded or would stop providing data. 50mb seemed like enough. I paid 80bv ($13.10 cdn per local exchange rates) for the package. I then promptly added the card to my Blackberry.
One thing to take note of: The Blackberry Bold does not have a latch mechanism for the removal of a SIM card – be aware the the SIM card needs to be pulled out of the slot (far left of image) manually.
Once the card was added, it looked to be working immediately. I did have to enter a pin code every time the Blackberry started or had been re-booted. I did not look into how this pin requirement might have been turned off (as it is with Rogers) – thought if I had more time I might have done that. I used a PIN of 0000 and made sure I had that written somewhere just in case.
The PIN was a bit of annoyance – and once in the Blackberry, my first test was browsing the net. I checked the Blackberry's built-in browser – it was working and I could browse pages. I also checked Bolt (an alternative browser I use) and I was also to browse web pages. The speed seemed slower than I was used to, but this was working well so far! Next, I checked how email was working.
This was where things got a bit tricky – and the way you use email may be different from myself. My account has always been setup to have an email address from (blackberry.net). This type of setup allows for forwarding from multiple email accounts directly to the blackberry. When I inserted the SIM card from DIGITEL, the email account that I was using previously with Rogers became inactive. no email was being sent or received. What I had to do was get to an email setup process on the Blackberry's built-in wizard or using the web browser. I went for the web browser and pulled up the registration page found at: http://digitel.blackberry.com. At that page you will need to use the "Create New Account" button and provide the phone's PIN and IMEI numbers (those numbers can be found on the "Help Me!" screen by pressing ALT+SHIFT+H all at once). After the account was created, I then used the web browser to log in and setup forwarding of my various email accounts.
The key point of interest for me was going to be how much I would eventually use. I did not get a direct amount, but based on some basic tracking I did on the Blackberry (per session) – I would estimate my data usage in the 25mb range. Given that usage, my real costs from DIGITEL were $13.10 as opposed to $750.00 or more (without contract), and possibly as low as $50.00 (on contract) from Rogers.
When I landed in the Toronto airport I removed the DIGITEL SIM card and inserted my Rogers SIM card – the Blackberry booted, connected fine and allowed me to make a basic local phone call. To get my email account back online, I needed to log into the Rogers Blackberry Internet Service, http://rogers.blackberry.com/ and reactivate my phone using it's PIN code (see image, left). I logged in using the account that currently existed. Previously I would have expected to "Send Service Books", but this feature appears to have been discontinued.
So, there it is – this should give you an idea as to how to use your unlocked Blackberry smartphone in another country. Considering the kind of rates our local carriers demand for foreign data roaming – it's clear why they would want to roam your phone and keep you from saving money. Be smart, and save money.


This sweet girl is an F1B Aussiedoodle. Her mother is a first generation Aussiedoodle, and her father is a purebred, AKC Moyen sized Poodle. Taylor is beautiful, she is cream and white, a nice full coat that does not appear too curly at this time. Her hair could get more wavy as she grows up. She knows how to charm you enough to win over your heart! She has been seen by her vet, so her health matches her winning good looks. What more could you ask for? Call for her today! She's waiting for her fairytale life to begin!


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Q: Android Java Firestore Document references must have an even number of segments I am trying to take the value of the description field and I am doing it inside an onBindViewHolder of a Recyclerview adapter to show ipost of the followed users:

This is what I'm trying to do to get the description in the pre-shown structure:
FirebaseFirestore.getInstance().document("/post").collection(listUserId).document("userPosts").get().addOnSuccessListener(new OnSuccessListener<DocumentSnapshot>() {
                    @Override
                    public void onSuccess(DocumentSnapshot documentSnapshot) {
                        findFriendsViewHolder.txtDescrizione.setText(documentSnapshot.getString("description"));
                    }
                });

But when I try to run the app (only if the lines of code I just showed are present) the app crashes and the following error is shown in the logcats:

Process: com.conta.pophome, PID: 9348
java.lang.IllegalArgumentException: Invalid document reference. Document references must have an even number of segments, but post has
1
        [... etc]
        at com.conta.pophome.MainActivity$5.onBindViewHolder(MainActivity.java:236)
        at com.conta.pophome.MainActivity$5.onBindViewHolder(MainActivity.java:229)
[... etc]

Is there anyone who could help me resolve this error? I leave you the complete code:
 FirestoreRecyclerOptions<GetInfoPost> options
                = new FirestoreRecyclerOptions.Builder<GetInfoPost>()
                .setQuery(FirebaseFirestore.getInstance().collection("following").document(fAuth.getCurrentUser().getUid()).collection("/userFollowing").limit(1000), GetInfoPost.class)
                .build();

        FirestoreRecyclerAdapter<GetInfoPost, FindFriendsViewHolder> firestoreRecyclerAdapter

                =new FirestoreRecyclerAdapter<GetInfoPost, FindFriendsViewHolder>(options) {

            @Override
            protected void onBindViewHolder(@NonNull FindFriendsViewHolder findFriendsViewHolder, int i, @NonNull GetInfoPost getInfoPost) {

                final String listUserId = getSnapshots().getSnapshot(i).getId();

                FirebaseFirestore.getInstance().document("/post").collection(listUserId).document("userPosts").get().addOnSuccessListener(new OnSuccessListener<DocumentSnapshot>() {
                    @Override
                    public void onSuccess(DocumentSnapshot documentSnapshot) {
                        findFriendsViewHolder.txtDescrizione.setText(documentSnapshot.getString("description"));
                    }
                });

            }

            @NonNull
            @Override
            public FindFriendsViewHolder onCreateViewHolder(@NonNull ViewGroup parent, int viewType) {

                View view = LayoutInflater.from(parent.getContext()).inflate(R.layout.post,parent,false);

                FindFriendsViewHolder viewHolder = new FindFriendsViewHolder(view);
                return viewHolder;

            }
        };

        findPost.setAdapter(firestoreRecyclerAdapter);
        firestoreRecyclerAdapter.startListening();

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It seems nostalgic to let go of the eternal fight between Cobra and Bistro8, and you might feel that culinary life around DOX II, our new campus, will never be like the one around Strossmayerovo náměstí. Well, you should get rid of this sort of thinking right now, because we just moved into even more growing part of the Holešovice neighbourhood and there are even more awesome hipster places to discover just a few steps from our new campus.
Be it Vnitroblock, a space with cafe/bistro/design store and mini cinema that also hosts cultural events and food festivals, café Phill's Corner and bistro Phill's Twenty7, restaurant Avion58 or Paralerní Polis, which host interesting lectures and has a coffee place where you can only pay by bitcoin (they have a bitcoin ATM if you don't have a spare one in your pocket :) ).
Divided into two parts, one side features a café with freshly roasted coffee and homemade soup and cakes, the other a concept store with original brands, sustainable fashion & interior design by European designers. Live DJs, art exhibitions, DIY workshops or interesting lectures every week.
A unique combination of dance, music and a friendly atmosphere located in an industrial hall where you can learn various types of street dances, modern dances and even ballet, taught by professional dancers. Are you a professional, beginner, a child or an adult? Doesn't matter! Join the Sector and let's dance!
Our mini cinema breaks the traditional concept of cinemas. The smallest and literally underground movie theatre in the heart of VNITROBLOCK. The mecca of real film lovers.
Carefully selected raw materials, pastry from the Danish bakery, sandwiches, smoothies, fresh juices, premium coffee, Moravian wines produced by Mr Osicka the winemaker, and much more. That is what you can enjoy with Phill's corner every day. A unique space directly connected with the design shop provides an opportunity to spend time away from the reality of everyday life.
The owners say: "Traveling and exploring inspired us to create a space, to which we could bring our best memories, experiences and joy. We want you to feel great no matter whether you're sipping a morning coffee, having a proper brunch, quick meal during the day, a romantic dinner or wine with friends. We are here for you and we cannot wait to meet you!". Cozy bistro with amazing soups will more than satisfy your taste buds and Instagram followers (neon signs and interior generally is very Instagram friendly).
At the very beginning, there was only a vision. A vision of creating a place, where you can enjoy a delicious food, great beer or a glass of good wine. In the owner's eyes, a delicious food is a fresh one, made from carefully selected ingredients. They guarantee you that the atmosphere in a building of a city brewery, established in 1895 will amaze you.
Avion58, a restaurant styled in the golden age of aviation, opens at 8 o'clock every morning and invites you for a cup of coffee or a full-size breakfast. The lunch menu will satisfy you, whether you fancy experimental recipes or you would rather stick with the Czech golden classics.
Decrypted what Paralelní Polis stands for by visiting bitcoin-only espresso bar Bitcoin Coffee. Inverted principle of the bar is based on opened and shared manufacturing process. The use of paper honeycombs represents the search for new possibilities of well-known materials.
Paralelní Polis also contains a coworking space called Paper Hub. Each and every member has the possibility to use, according to the extent of his or her's subscription (300 – 3000 CZK a month) any free spot in the shared working space, the office facilities (printer, scanner, copying machine, Wi-Fi, presentation technology etc.), a kitchen, a terrace and a possibility of hiring a meeting room at discounted charge. It is also possible to hire your own desk. The membership fees are paid in Bitcoin. They will be happy to instruct you how to use it and help you with the exchange.
And last but not least – the two places at DOX. For the first time, ARCHIP will have a on-campus café (located on level two). There is also a larger cafe and bistro at the DOX I. It has a huge summer terrace and serves wonderful cakes and quiches. In the building, it is right next to the design shop and art and architecture bookshop.
The unique bookshop at DOX is focused on art, architecture, and design, featuring a wide selection of books in both English and Czech. Inspiration and creativity in printed form. If you are looking for a particular book the bookshop staff will be happy to order it for you.
The design shop from Studio Qubus offers glassware, porcelain, lighting, interior design objects, and the works of the best Czech designers. In 2006, Qubus Studio received the award the Distributor of the Year, Czech Grand Design, and the next year, Maxim Velcovsky won the Designer of the Year (Czech Grand Design 2007). In 2008 The Academy of Czech design honoured DOX by Qubus with the prize CGD as a Distributor of the year 2008 again).


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As relações entre Camarões e Nigéria referem-se as relações bilaterais existentes entre a República dos Camarões e a República Federal da Nigéria.

Histórico

Por alguns anos, as relações entre Camarões e Nigéria se focaram em questões relativas ao seus limites terrestres de 1.600 quilômetros, que se estendem desde o Lago Chade até a península de Bakassi e o limite para o Golfo da Guiné. As questões envolvidas foram os direitos sobre a área rica em petróleo e o destino das populações locais. Por exemplo, à medida que o Lago Chade secava devido à desertificação, as populações locais que dependem do lago pela sua fonte de água, seguiam a descida das águas ofuscando ainda mais as linhas fronteiriças. As tensões entre os dois países escalaram para um confronto militar no final de 1993 com a implantação de militares da Nigéria na península de Bakassi.

Posteriormente, foi criada uma Comissão Mista Camaronesa-Nigeriana e as relações começaram a melhorar. Em 2002 o Tribunal Internacional de Justiça, um órgão de justiça das Nações Unidas, emitiu uma decisão em julgamento concedendo a península aos Camarões. No entanto, o Senado da Nigéria não reconheceu essa decisão como contrariando a constituição do país. Em 2003, as fronteiras do Lago Chade foram finalmente estabelecidas.  Pelo Acordo de Greentree de 2006, mediado pelo então secretário-geral da ONU Kofi Annan estabeleceu os termos para a transferência da península em dois anos.
Assim, desde 14 de agosto de 2008, a península de Bakassi pertence aos Camarões, sendo na parte sul-ocidental  do departamento de Ndian na Região Sudoeste.

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The speeches by Sujay Tyle focus on creating opportunities to pursue one's dreams. Sujay Tyle inspires audiences with his personal experiences, and encourages them to attain their goals by designing their own road to success.
Sujay Tyle attended Pittsford Mendon High School, and has taken a leave of absence from Harvard University to work with the 20 under 20 fellowship with Peter Thiel. In the past, Tyle was the head of market strategy at Kyruus, and business development analyst at InsightSquared. In 2011, Sujay founded the mobile social gaming company Scopely in Los Angeles.
Sujay Tyle is a young social entrepreneur who chased his dreams to create one of the most innovative consumer web company's to date. The speeches by Sujay Tyle inspire audiences to make the most of the life they are given, and to attain their goals through a persistent pursuit for new opportunities.


When you have trouble seeing objects far away, this is a sign that you are suffering from myopia. Here at Wichita Optometry, we treat myopia for patients of all ages. For example, our pediatric optometrists assist patients from zero to three. In addition, we provide eyeglasses and contacts for everyone in your family. Find out the facts about myopia as you consider your treatment options for this very common vision issue.
There is no difference because myopia is the medical term for nearsightedness. Myopia is caused when the eye sees a blur of objects far away. Some people have slowly onset myopia, while other patients notice a rapid progression to this vision condition. Fortunately, there are several treatment options to correct the way the retina functions.
The most obvious symptom of myopia is seeing blurry objects in the distance. When you come in for an eye exam to test for myopia we also look for other symptoms. For example, the retina of individuals with nearsightedness is different from the retina of people with 20/20 vision. A person with myopia will have a longer eyeball from front to back. This causes the eye to focus images incorrectly on the retina, which makes them appear blurry.
Can an Optometrist in Wichita Treat Myopia?
We start by testing your vision using a comprehensive eye exam to provide a professional diagnosis of your myopia. Based on the severity of the nearsightedness, we can offer a couple of different treatment options. For mild cases of myopia, we provide contact lenses and eyeglasses as a way to correct the vision issue. For more advanced or severe cases, LASIK eye surgery may be the best solution. We provide pre- and post-operative care for patients who need laser surgery to correct vision issues. We also offer professional referrals to eye surgeons for this type of procedure.
To begin the process of treating myopia in Wichita, KS, start with getting an annual eye exam. Our teams of optometrists at Wichita Optometry provides eye exams for all ages and are ready to fit you with eyeglasses or contacts as needed. Contact our office at 316-942-7496 today to schedule your eye exam to test for myopia or nearsightedness for you or a family member.


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Provides recommendations for activities that take 90 seconds or less that can improve health. For example, an apple a day can reduce cancer risks.
Provides an update on bottled water, revealing that the companies supplying the water do not have to reveal what is in the water or where it came from. The reporter claims that 25% of bottled water comes from...the tap.
"Scientists study the small group of kids who seem to improve."
"Cold weather causes muscles to lose more heat and contract, causing tightness throughout the body. Joints get tighter, muscles can lose their range of motion and nerves can more easily be pinched, according to Los Angeles-based orthopedic physical therapist Vivian Eisenstadt."
"For the first time, the CDC is categorizing drug-resistant superbugs by threat level. That's because, in their conservative estimates, more than 2 million people get antibiotic-resistant infections each year, and at least 23,000 die because current drugs no longer stop their infections."
"Those who bedshared moderately nursed for less time but still longer than the women who rarely shared beds. So, yes, says study co-author Dr. Fern Hauck, a professor of family medicine at the University of Virginia, 'The two things are quite intertwined, but we believe that bedsharing promoted breastfeeding, not the other way around.' "
"Still, she cautioned, physicians' groups are not recommending sharing a bed with baby because placing infants in adult beds is associated with three times the risk of suffocation or SIDS, even among parents who do not drink, smoke or take drugs. The risks are even higher for parents who do. More research is needed, she says to find other, safer ways to encourage breastfeeding."
"The American Academy of Pediatrics currently recommends that parents place babies in their own, safe place in the parents' room. It can be near their mothers' bed for ease of nursing, but when finished feeding, mothers should put babies back in their dedicated crib or bassinet."
"Cruciferous vegetables – such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage – are a rich source of sulforaphane, a compound for which previous studies suggest an anti-inflammatory effect. Ian Clark, from the University of East Anglia (United Kingdom), and colleagues have shown that sulforaphane slows down the destruction of cartilage in joints associated with painful and often debilitating osteoarthritis."


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Heading out in a canoe or pedal boat are some of the most enjoyable summer activities. Bring the family or colleagues to enjoy a tour along Göta Canal. Experience the beautiful nature and culture landscape. Meet the many boats from near and far, stop by the Bråtdom locks for coffee or an ice-cream.


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ASM INTERNATIONAL N.V. REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2021 RESULTS
Almere, The Netherlands
October 26, 2021, 6 p.m. CET
Record quarterly order intake driven by continued strong logic/foundry demand
ASM International N.V. (Euronext Amsterdam: ASM) today reports its third quarter 2021 operating results (unaudited) in accordance with IFRS.
EUR million Q3 2020 Q2 2021 Q3 2021
New orders 303.4 515.7 624.5
Revenue 314.6 411.7 432.9
Gross profit margin % 49.9 48.1 47.2
Operating result 83.9 118.4 117.3
Operating result margin % 26.7 28.7 27.1
Result from investments (excluding amortization intangible assets resulting from the sale of ASMPT stake in 2013) 6.3 19.3 27.6
Amortization intangible assets (resulting from the sale of ASMPT stake in 2013) (3.0) (3.0) (3.1)
Net earnings 58.1 108.4 128.9
Normalized net earnings (excluding amortization intangible assets resulting from the sale of ASMPT stake in 2013 and result from sale of ASMPT shares) 61.2 111.4 132.0
New orders of €625 million for the third quarter 2021 increased by 106% as reported compared to the same period last year.
Year-on-year revenue growth for the third quarter 2021 was 38% at constant currencies (38% as reported).
Gross profit margin of 47.2% was lower compared to the relatively strong level of 49.9% in the same quarter last year.
Operating result for the third quarter 2021 improved from €84 million last year to €117 million this year mainly driven by strong revenue growth.
Normalized net earnings for the third quarter 2021 were €132 million, a significant improvement compared to the same quarter last year.
"ASMI continued its strong growth path in the third quarter," said Benjamin Loh, President and Chief Executive Officer of ASM International. "Order intake surged to a new quarterly record of €625 million and was driven by continued strong logic/foundry demand and in part also by orders for shipment in 2022. As already announced on September 28, 2021, order intake exceeded previous guidance of €510-530 million. Compared to the same period last year, sales in the third quarter increased by 38%. Revenue, at €433 million, was slightly above the high end of the guidance of €400-430 million, despite continued tight supply chain conditions during the quarter. We are currently seeing some improvements but overall supply chain conditions are expected to remain challenging in Q4. Thanks to our team for another quarter of strong execution and to our suppliers and customers for their continued solid support and cooperation."
For Q4, on a currency comparable level, we expect sales of €470-500 million. Q4 bookings, on a currency comparable level, are expected to be around €600 million. Starting 2022, we will stop providing guidance on order intake as it has become clear in the last two quarters in which actual order intake was significantly higher than guided that it is increasingly more challenging in the current environment to provide a meaningful outlook. With a continued strong momentum in the second half of the year, the wafer fab equipment (WFE) market is expected to grow by a mid-to-high thirties percentage in 2021.
On July 28, 2021, ASMI announced the start of the €100 million share buyback program. As of September 30, 2021, 56.4% of the share buyback program was completed at an average share price of €328.07.
ASMI INVESTOR DAY 2021
On September 28, 2021, ASMI held its first Investor Day, in which ASMI's management shared the company's strategy, how to create value and drive growth through innovation. Highlights included:
Targeting revenue of €2.8-€3.4 billion by 2025 (2020-2025 CAGR of 16%-21%), gross margins of 46%-50% in 2021-2025, and operating margins of 26%-31% in 2021-2025;
Targeting Net Zero emissions by 2035 and 100% renewable electricity by 2024;
Single-wafer ALD market expected to increase from $1.5 billion in 2020 to $3.1-3.7 billion by 2025;
Further capacity expansion of our new manufacturing facility in Singapore to be production ready by early 2023.
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Q: Java, file doesn't exist error even if it does, web server I'm writing a basic HTTP server and one of the requirements is that server checks if requested file exists. My code below
Scanner scn = new Scanner(lines[0]);
String command = scn.next();
String fileName = scn.next();

System.out.println("Command: " +command);
System.out.println("Resource: "+"www" +fileName);

File ifile = new File(fileName);
if( ! ifile.exists() ) {
System.out.println("file "+ fileName  + " doesn't exist");
} else {
String sizestr = "bytes in file: " + ifile.length();
System.out.println(sizestr);
}

The problem I'm having is that I get the response that file doesn't exist even if that does. Can someone please help? Thanks !
Full code to my program below :
import java.io.*;
import java.net.*;
import java.util.*;

public class UselessHTTPServer05 {
public static void main(String args[]) throws Exception {
int port = Integer.parseInt(args[0]);
ServerSocket serverSock=new ServerSocket(port);

while(true) {
  Socket conn = serverSock.accept();
  Scanner scanin = new Scanner(conn.getInputStream());
  String line=null;
  int nlines=0;
  String lines[] = new String[32];

  while (true) {
    line = scanin.nextLine();
if(line.length()==0) break;
lines[nlines] = line;
    nlines = nlines + 1;

  }

  for(int i=0; i<nlines; i=i+1) {
  System.out.println("line "+i+": "+lines[i]);
  }

  Scanner scn = new Scanner(lines[0]);
  String command = scn.next();
  String fileName = scn.next();

  System.out.println("Command: " +command);
  System.out.println("Resource: "+"www" +fileName);

   String webRoot = "/www";
   File f = new File(webRoot, fileName);
  if( ! f.exists() ) {
      System.out.println("file "+ f.getCanonicalPath() + " doesn't exist"); }
  else {
  String sizestr = "bytes in file: " + fileName;
  System.out.println(sizestr);
  }

  String reply="HTTP/1.0 404 Not Found\r\n" +
               "Connection: close\r\n" +
               "Content-Type: text/html\r\n" +
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  OutputStream outs = conn.getOutputStream();
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  conn.close();
}
}
}

A: Change your output message to include a call File.getCanonicalPath() that way you can tell exactly where it's trying to read from;
System.out.println("file " + ifile.getCanonicalPath()  + " doesn't exist");

You should probably be constructing your File with File(String, String) that way you can set a "webRoot" first,
String webRoot = "/some/directory";
File ifile = new File(webRoot, fileName);


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2018 Lexus GS 350 Driving Impressions
By Steve Cypher
Striking design
Generous feature set
Agile, sporty handling
Stiff ride in F Sport trim
Mediocre V6 fuel economy
Tight back seat room
2018 Lexus GS
Based on the same platform that underpins the Toyota Crown sedan sold in Asian markets, and relatively unchanged since its introduction as a 2012 model, the 2018 Lexus GS 350 stands out as one of the best-looking mid-size sport sedans on the market despite its advancing age.
Emanating from a somewhat subdued spindle grille, softly sculpted sheetmetal flows to a rear fascia dominated by large, trapezoidal-shaped tail lamps and a slim lower diffuser containing two elongated chrome exhaust outlets.
Quibbles are few and include an overwrought spindle grille that might be a bit much for more reserved buyers. At the same time, unlike the rest of the Lexus lineup, the GS in F-Sport trim doesn't separate itself enough visually from other models.
Those flowing lines house an interior where occupants are surrounded by supple upholstery and a wide array of trim choices. The gauges are easy to read and the knobs are easily understood and intuitive. High-grade plastic trim covers those surfaces not adorned with metallic trim or soft-touch materials. The front seats are very comfortable and tuned well for long-distance trips with 10-way power adjustability standard, and 18-way optional.
But despite its sporting aspirations, we're not impressed with the F-Sport's chairs, as they lack the padding and bolstering found in the best sports-oriented seats, while the rear seats – which are suitable for adults - are nowhere near as comfortable as those up front.
Hauling cargo can also be a bit tricky, as the trunk opening is plenty wide, but trunk space is short, and, since the rear seatbacks are fixed, the only way to squeeze in longer items is through a smallish center pass through hidden behind the rear arm rest – transporting a 52cm road bicycle is, quite frankly, out of the question unless you take it apart and, even then, the frame has to be transported in the back seat. Finally, the GS is one of the few Lexus models that still comes with the perplexing, irritating, and distracting mouse-like Remote Touch Interface infotainment controller that needs to flat go away.
The GS is offered with three engine choices: a 241 horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, a 311 horsepower 3.5-liter V6, and, in the hybrid, a 286 horsepower, Atkinson cycle 3.5-liter V6 paired with a 197 horsepower motor generator for a total system power of 338 horsepower. Both gasoline engines are match with an eight-speed automatic, while the hybrid uses an electronically-controlled CVT.
Specs on the base turbo-four match up well with the competition, as does the eight-speed automatic. But unlike those from competitors, this engine lacks direct injection – a system that not only improves power and fuel economy, but also boosts throttle response – which means the 2.0-liter reacts to full throttle inputs with a moment of indecision before the transmission kicks down and the turbo spools up – even in Sport+ mode. The transmission is also prone to upshift and downshift too quickly, while a seven second-plus naught-to-sixty time is hardly impressive.
Our seat time was spent with the 3.5-liter V6, where torque comes on strongly at 3,000 rpm, the eight-speed transmission proves to be more responsive, and the 0-60 run happens in less than 5.7 seconds – although even this engine is no match for the turbocharged sixes available from the competition.
Fuel economy numbers are all over the map, with the GS 450h hybrid achieving an EPA-estimated 29 miles per gallon in the city, 34 on the highway, and 31 combined. Next up is the four-cylinder GS 300 that manages an EPA-estimated 22 mpg city, 32 highway, and 26 combined, with the F Sport version clocking in at an EPA-estimated 21 mpg city, 31 highway, and 24 combined.
Looking at the volume model GS 350, rear-wheel-drive models score an EPA-estimated 20 mpg city, 28 highway, and 23 combined, while all-wheel-drive models manage an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city, 26 highway, and 22 combined (our own observed fuel economy in our GS 350 AWD tester in mixed driving was a vehicle measured 21.9 miles per gallon).
The 3.5-liter V6 delivers solid acceleration, pushing the GS 350 to 60 mph in less than six seconds, all the while delivering an incredible soundtrack of engine and exhaust noises throughout the cabin. The base GS 350's suspension offers up the best of both worlds - providing great stability in the corners without sacrificing ride quality.
There's a nice weight to the steering and a decent amount of feedback, the brake pads offer a nice initial bite to a system that's easy to modulate, and road imperfections – from minor bumps to large potholes – are absorbed with ease. At highway speeds, the body is unaffected by crosswinds, and even grooved pavement doesn't create tracking problems.
The hybrid is unexpectedly entertaining in its own way - offering strong off-the-line acceleration as well as low-speed all-electric driving. Bump up to the F Sport's adaptive suspension, and the ride becomes noticeably stiffer, but you're rewarded with improved agility that belies its electronic roots.
At the same time, the hybrid's overall experience feels more detached, while we'd pass on the F-Sport - if for no other reason than there are more entertaining vehicles in this class that are better suited to back road corner-carving. Furthermore, the standard eight-speed automatic is fine when left to its own devices, but it's a poor companion in manual mode, while the base 241 horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder lags competitors.
2018 Lexus GS Prices
Pricing for the 2018 Lexus GS starts at $47,535 for a rear-wheel-drive GS 300 and rises to nearly $69,000 for a rear-wheel-drive GS 450h. Even the base GS 300 is well equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, Bi-LED headlights, LED turn signals tail lights and daytime running lights, auto-dimming inside and outside mirrors, moonroof, keyless push-button start, LED ambient interior lighting, wood trim, 10-way power driver and passenger seats, 12.3-inch control screen with Remote Touch Interface, Siri EyesFree, satellite radio, Bluetooth, and navigation.
All GS models are equipped with the Lexus Safety System Plus that includes pre-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic headlights with high beam assist, and lane departure warning with steering assist.
Our Matador Red Mica GS 350 AWD tester came with a base price of $50,365. It was also optioned with the Premium Package ($1,760 heated and ventilated front seats, leather interior trim, power rear sunshade, and rain-sensing wipers), Leather Steering Wheel & Gray Sapele Trim ($650), Body Side Moldings ($199), and Illuminated Door Sills ($425). Along with a destination charge of $995, it brought the total Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price to $54,394.
The 2018 Lexus GS 350 is a worthy rival to its Teutonic competition in terms of luxury as well as ride, handling, and advanced safety features. But showing its age is an engine lineup that falls short of the competition and a finicky infotainment interface that's grounded in the last decade, landing the GS only mid-pack in its class.
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"We are holding our own": Thirty years later, Edmund Fitzgerald still haunts
By Chris Knight November 10, 2005 7 comments
Sometime today the Rev. Richard Ingalls will have arrived at Mariner's Church, the Detroit congregation that he has faithfully served since 1965. And within the stone walls of the edifice, Rev. Ingalls will have tolled the church bells, letting the sound echo across the city. It is a ritual that Ingalls has done each November 10th for the past thirty years, ever since that first dawn in 1975 when Ingalls' moment of grief was forevermore put into the annals of American folklore...
In a musty old hall in Detroit they prayed
At the Maritime Sailors' Cathedral
The church bell chimed 'til it rang twenty-nine times
For each man on the Edmund Fitzgerald
It was thirty years ago tonight that the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald - one of the largest and by far the most well-known of the bulk iron-ore freighters plying the Great Lakes, sank in a fierce November gale, taking with it the lives of all 29 crewmen aboard. It has since become one of the most famous shipwrecks in American history.
In 1957 the Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin signed a contract with Great Lakes Engineering to build what was meant to be the first "maximum sized" Laker in existence. Hull 301's keel was laid that August, and a little over a year later the vessel was launched and delivered to her new owners. The ship was named after Edmund Fitzgerald, one of the CEOs of Northwestern Mutual, with his wife having the honors of christening the massive craft.
"The Pride of the American Flag", she was called, as well as "the Queen of the Great Lakes". At 729 feet long and 75 feet wide, the Edmund Fitzgerald held the title of largest ship on the lakes throughout most of her life. She had the capacity to carry more than 26,000 tons of iron pellets from mining operations on the western end of Lake Superior to the steel mills of Detroit, Toledo, and other ports in the east. Early in her career she broke cargo records, including that of carrying over a million tons of ore through the Soo Locks that separate upper Michigan from Ontario.
But as much as she owed it to her girth, the Edmund Fitzgerald became a fixture in the lives of those who lived along the lakes because of the antics of her crew also, especially those of longtime captain Peter Pulcer, who was ever eager to entertain those on shore. Good luck came when she steamed past some town or village on the shoreline: children, college students, steel-mill workers and homemakers ran onto beaches from Superior to Erie to wave at the ship. It was a part of life.
As the years progressed, the Fitzgerald garnered a storied history. Its crew was widely known to be a colorful, jovial lot, full of life and love for the lakefolk, and to serve on her was deemed a great honor around the Great Lakes. She was, by every account, the most beloved vessel sailing on the Great Lakes, and widely considered to be one of the most elegant ever put to water.
The lake, it is said, never gives up her dead
when the skies of November turn gloomy.
On November 9th, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald left Superior, Wisconsin, on the westernmost side of Lake Superior. In her hold was over 26 thousand tons of iron ore, bound for Detroit and the steel mills, in was to have been a straightforward route across the lake and into Huron. She had a crew of 29 and at her helm was Ernest McSorley, every bit the "good captain well-seasoned", with 44 years of piloting the lakes under his belt in a respected career.
And later that night when the ship's bell rang,
could it be the north wind they'd been feelin'?
There are few things, it is said, that are more fierce than a Great Lakes storm in November, such as the one of November 10th, 1975. A massive low-pressure cold front churned across the plains and headed north toward the lakes. On the 9th the Coast Guard issued a gale-force warning to all ships on Superior. Captain McSorley radioed the Coast Guard and the captain of another ship, the Arthur M. Anderson. Both the Fitzgerald and the Anderson headed further north, closer to Canada and away from the terrific waves that would be produced in open water.
The wind in the wires made a tattle-tale sound
and a wave broke over the railing.
And ev'ry man knew, as the captain did too
'twas the witch of November come stealin'.
The dawn came late and the breakfast had to wait
when the Gales of November came slashin'.
When afternoon came it was freezin' rain
in the face of a hurricane west wind.
Early on the 10th the front arrived over Superior. The ship weathered a battering morning, but both the Fitzgerald and the Anderson were considered safe: the winds had thus far come from the northeast, affording the ships the buffering of nearby land.
But that changed as afternoon progressed, when the winds shifted to the northwest, robbing the ships of their protection. The Anderson later reported that the winds reached 43 knots, with 16 foot waves crashing against the hulls. When the Fitzgerald radioed in, it was listing to one side, had suffered vent damage and the loss of a rail. Later the ship lost both radar arrays, had listed even more, and the waves were getting higher, crashing onto the deck. Despite the damage, the Fitzgerald pressed on.
Later that evening the Anderson picked up the Fitzgerald on her radar. Radio contact was established. And at 7:10 pm came the final message ever heard from the Edmund Fitzgerald:
"We are holding our own."
Shortly thereafter the Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared from radar, never to be seen above the surface again. All 29 crewmembers rode her down to the bottom of Superior.
The captain wired in he had water comin' in
and the good ship and crew was in peril.
And later that night when 'is lights went outta sight
came the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
No one is certain what happened to make the Fitzgerald sank, but many experts believe that faulty cargo hatches, discovered a few days earlier, were a prime culprit. As the Fitzgerald continued in the storm, water from the rain and waves was saturating the iron ore: the ship becoming heavier the longer it was at sea. It is believed a wave overcame the overly-stressed vessel, sending it sinking without warning or a chance to recover. Expeditions to the Fitzgerald later found that the ship had snapped in two.
Route of the Edmund Fitzgerald's final voyage
The following day's newspapers screamed the loss of the "Fitz". Thousands came to Superior's shores to weep and pray for the lost. And on Jefferson Avenue in Detroit the Rev. Richard Ingalls peeled the church bell twenty-nine times - one for each man on the Fitzgerald - from the Old Mariners Church. He has done so each November 10th since, ringing the bell thirty times: one for each crewman and once more in memory of all those who have lost their lives in the Great Lakes.
All that was left of the Fitzgerald were some of the lifeboats found afterward and the ship's bell, later recovered and restored to rest in a museum in Whitefish Point, Michigan. The ship rests in over 500 feet of water 17 miles from Whitefish Bay.
The following year Canadian singer Gordon Lightfoot released a six and a half minute song. It has become one of the most haunting ballads in history: "The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald"...
The legend lives on from the Chippewa on down
Of the big lake they called "Gitche Gumee"
When the skies of November turn gloomy
With a load of iron ore twenty-six thousand tons more
Than the Edmund Fitzgerald weighed empty
That good ship and true was a bone to be chewed
When the "Gales of November" came early
The ship was the pride of the American side
Coming back from some mill in Wisconsin
As the big freighters go, it was bigger then most
With a crew and good captain well seasoned
Concluding some terms with a couple of steel firms
When they left fully loaded for Cleveland
And later that night when the ship's bell rang
Could it be the north wind they been feelin'?
And a wave broke over the railing
'twas the witch of November come stealin'
When the Gales of November came slashin'
in the face of a hurricane west wind
When suppertime came the old cook came on deck sayin'
"Fellas, it's been too rough to feed ya"
At seven P.M. a main hatchway caved in, he said,
"Fellas, it's been good t'know ya"
And the good ship and crew was in peril
Came the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald
Does anyone know where the love of God goes
When the waves turn the minutes to hours?
The searchers all say they'd have made Whitefish Bay
If they put fifteen more miles behind 'er
They might have split up or they might have capsized
They may have broke deep and took water
And all that remains is the faces and the names
Of the wives and the sons and the daughters
Lake Huron rolls, Superior sings
In the rooms for her ice-water mansion
Old Michigan steams like a young man's dreams
The islands and bays are for sportsmen
And farther below Lake Ontario
Takes in what Lake Erie can send her
And the iron boats go as the mariners all know
With the Gales of November remembered
Of the big lake they call "Gitche Gumee"
"Superior" they said, "never gives up her dead
When the gales of November come early!"
Thirty years ago... it only seems like a long time. I was a year and a half old when the Fitzgerald foundered. A very young man still, but we look far across and above how we were thirty years ago. Above losing a mighty ship to the elements, certainly. And then we remember that the Fitzgerald is still a living memory in the hearts of the wives, sons, and daughters of her crew. We stand reminded that we are not masters, but come into each new day by the grace of God. And it's only by the grace of God that we can end the day warm in our homes.
Shipwrecks have gained new romanticism in the past few years with the interest in the Titanic. There have been times when the Fitzgerald has been compared to the doomed ocean liner, but that's wrong. The Fitzgerald wasn't a symbol of extravagance and opulence. She wasn't some far-removed spectacle beyond the dreams of the children who saw her. The "Fitz" was a component of their lives, something to take pride in. The Fitzgerald wasn't an exercise in vanity, but a good ship with a good crew, doing the best job it could.
Which would have been something to boast of more in the years to follow: to have ridden in comfort above the Titanic had she survived her maiden voyage, or to have worked hard alongside such men as on the Fitzgerald? I don't know about you, but my life would have been far richer to have been aboard the "Fitz", if only just once.
Anyway, since it will be thirty years ago tonight that the Edmund Fitzgerald was lost, I thought that a tribute was appropriate, in the best way that I know how. Gordon Lightfoot's ballad is the very first song that I can remember hearing, so this story has some kind of special meaning to me. This could be considered the last great shipwreck in American history: there has to be a sobering respect for that.
Here's to a good ship and crew...
(Some of this was adapted from a piece I wrote five years ago, but didn't have the opportunity to publish like I had wished. It's presented again here, on my own forum.)
Chad said...
Nice piece, Chris. Didn't know this was the first song you remember hearing...is that what got you interested in the story or just the fact that you are a history buff?
Chris Knight said...
A little of both actually. I remembered the song from a long time ago but it wasn't until 1999 that I first REALLY heard the story of the Fitzgerald, and have been interested in it ever since.
XtraXtra said...
I just found this during a related search. What a moving and ultra-informative tribute. I take it that the man shown by the ship is the Edmund Fitzgerald. I've NEVER seen a picture of him. Amazing.
2:31 PM, July 10, 2006
As a surviving family member of one of the crewmen who lost his life on the Edmund Fitzgerald, I would to say this was a very nice tribute that you did Chris. I appreciate it & I think the other families would too.
3:05 AM, August 08, 2007
A very nice piece indeed. I have been up on the "Fitz's" history for many years, having seen the great ship as a young lad. I often think of the many "sea" tragedies, this one having come again to the forefront with Gordon Lightfoot having just been awarded the Queens Diamond Jubilee medal by the Governor General of Canada.
A fitting song and tribute to such a fine vessel, as was this piece.
This is a very moving and informative tribute.a quality piece chris.
Only if the surviving family members would agree and would be honored, I'd like to see a movie like the Perfect Storm, made about the this historic event and pay honor to those who lost their lives that night and will never be forgotten.
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Christmas songs (or Christmas Carols, what a lovely word) are probably as old as the celebration of Christmas is.
All tell you the story of Christmas and, hopefully, you'll sing a long.
Silent Night, one of the songs that belongs to Christmas for me, dates back to 1818, when it was first sung in an Austrian village (but of course in German, Stille Nacht). This refers to the Catholic believes around Christmas.
A little more modern day songs tell more about the joys of Christmas. Being together with your loved ones, enjoying time together, good food and presents.
And than there are the songs that try to persuade you to do some good for the world around Christmas time. It is of course the time for caring. Usually for friends and family. But why not for a complete stranger in another part of the world, who is having a really hard time.
It already dates back from 1984, has had an update in 2000, but this remains for me the best. A song with a message for Christmas time.
And the next song, I just love! They only play it on the radio during Christmas time. And while the song isn't really about Christmas. It does reflect for me the spirit of Christmas. Being together, doing things together.
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The summer season has officially kicked off, and the European tourism and hospitality sector is performing well. Earlier in June, we were glad to hear that both the European Travel Commission (ETC) and the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) were optimistic about prospects for the sector, announcing a rise in travel confidence and an increase in worldwide international arrivals.
Nonetheless, the future of our industry is still on shaky ground. The impact of rising inflation and soaring energy and food costs is already tangible for businesses. Tackling it will require further guidance and funding from the European Institutions and the Member States.
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HOTREC will keep a close eye on these issues and continue teaming up with members, industry partners, and European Institutions. Collaborating with the newly inaugurated Czech presidency of the EU Council will also be essential to keep up the great work and effectively tackle the most urgent problems. I want to thank Czech Minister Ivan Bartoš for answering our questions on presidency priorities for the next six months.
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East Penn considers getting more mental health help for middle schoolers
By Margie Peterson
| The Morning Call |
Apr 12, 2019 | 10:35 PM
East Penn School Board was uncertain about whether it should extend a mental health program to two of its middle schools. (Morning Call file photo)
How much is a school responsible for dealing with the mental health of its students? That was part of the debate Monday when East Penn School Board was asked for money to bring to the middle schools a group that works with troubled students at the high school.
Representatives from Communities in Schools spoke about the number of students they work with in the high school who have problems such as suicide ideation, family issues, anxiety, depression, self-harm and other troubles. CIS runs educational programs for the community on mental health issues and does group and individual counseling at Emmaus High School. It works toward reducing chronic absenteeism and student suspensions, among other concerns.
Among the top issues CIS dealt with last year were 105 cases of family issues, 70 cases of suicide ideation, 90 cases of depression, 91 of anxiety, 28 of peer conflict, 12 of trauma, 8 of gender identity concerns, 11 of grief or loss, 38 of self-harm, 5 of substance abuse and 7 of threats to others.
So far this year, the numbers of cases appear to be down as compared with 2017-2018. For example, as of March, there were 44 cases of suicide ideation, 51 cases of family issues, and 47 of depression.
Tim Mulligan, president and CEO of CIS, reported the program has also seen reductions in chronic absenteeism and student suspensions.
Jennifer Carolla, chairwoman of the Emmaus High School counseling department, praised CIS site coordinator Tammy Patterson's work, saying "her data shows she is making tremendous progress." Then Carolla read a letter from a parent who said Patterson and the counseling department helped their troubled daughter greatly.
School Director Ziad Munson said it wasn't clear to him what the division of responsibilities is between CIS, the district psychologists and school counselors.
Linda Pekarik, district director of special education, and Patterson said the school psychologist handles crisis intervention and does risk assessments. Carolla added that Patterson's work helps alleviate the burden on the counseling staff, allowing them more time with students assigned to them.
Some board members balked when East Penn and CIS administrators spoke of a grant opportunity to provide a CIS site coordinator at Lower Macungie Middle School and Eyer Middle School for three years. The CIS grant would pay 40 percent of the cost of the program — $192,000 — for three years. But the district would need to provide $96,000 a year in matching funds. The district's portion of the cost is not factored in to the proposed budget for 2019-2020.
Together, the two middle schools saw 58 cases of suicide ideation this school year through March, 37 cases of self-harm, 42 of depression, 60 of anxiety and 29 family issues, among other problems.
School Director Paul Champagne said: "I guess I'm struggling at how this fits into the budget."
Director Charles Ballard said he's also concerned about how adding costs might affect the school budget.
"The question is at what point does the school switch from being an educational institution to being a social welfare institution," he said. "We have a problem with finances that we have to prioritize what we do with the kids."
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Board President Ken Bacher said he looks at the CIS work with troubled students as a way to improve their academic outcomes.
"I took from it that we're trying to solve nonacademic barriers to academic performance," Bacher said.
Seth Flanders, who officially resigned as a director at the end of Monday's meeting, said the CIS efforts are not just about helping students with serious problems but improving the learning environment for all students.
"One disruptive student can ruin the learning for a couple hundred," he said.
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"These incidents are alarming but they don't tell the story by themselves," Munson said. "The No. 1 incident is …. family issues. There's nothing that the district is going to do that's going to make that issue go away."
Helping students so they can stay in school also reduces the cost to the district of outside placements at alternative schools, according to Pekarik.
School Director Alisa Bowman said it is clear CIS is doing great work and she appreciates that students are unable to learn when they are depressed or experiencing serious anxiety or other issues.
"We know that students can't learn when they're hungry and that's why we have a free and reduced lunch program," Bowman said. But she also thinks the district should look into what is causing the epidemic of depression and anxiety and how to work on it.
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"It's like a Band-Aid and we're not fixing the underlying problem," she said.
Pekarik said the mental health problems East Penn is seeing are not exclusive to the district but rather are found nationwide.
Margie Peterson is a freelance writer for The Morning Call.
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Q: How to debug EJS There are several answers for this question, but they're all several years old and no longer relevant/safe to use.
Since EJS is rendered as html in the browser, there's no way to inspect it in the browser dev tools
The EJS.co site says that the errors/logs should show in the terminal just like node errors, but that's not the reality for me, somehow.
I used the command npx express-generator to bootstrap my project, and I'm wondering if there isn't a debugger of some kind in there that is overriding how EJS is supposed to send errors?
I say this because when EJS has an error, the only thing my terminal shows is something like GET /users/dashboard 500 26.5 ms with nothing else. And then of course the browser shows the default message for 500 errors, which isn't helpful.
I'll throw in my app.js in case someone smarter than me can see the issue there:
const createError = require('http-errors');
const express = require('express');
const path = require('path');
const rfs = require('rotating-file-stream')
const cookieParser = require('cookie-parser');
const logger = require('morgan');
const mongoose = require('mongoose');

require('mongoose-type-url');
// const serveFavicon = require('serve-favicon');
const passport = require('passport');
const LocalStrategy = require('passport-local').Strategy;
const expressSession = require('express-session');
const methodOverride = require('method-override');
const expressSanitizer = require('express-sanitizer');
const sgMail = require('@sendgrid/mail');
// create a rotating write stream
const accessLogStream = rfs.createStream('access.log', {
    interval: '1d', // rotate daily
    path: path.join(__dirname, 'log')
});

const User = require('./models/user');

const indexRouter = require('./routes/index');
const usersRouter = require('./routes/users');
const formsRouter = require('./routes/forms');
const companiesRouter = require('./routes/companies');
const locationsRouter = require('./routes/locations');

const app = express();
if (app.get('env') == 'development'){ require('dotenv').config(); };
sgMail.setApiKey(process.env.SENDGRID_API_KEY);

//connect to database
mongoose.connect(process.env.DATABASE_URL,{
    useNewUrlParser:true,
    useUnifiedTopology:true,
    useFindAndModify: false,
    useCreateIndex:true
}).then(() => {
    console.log('Connected to Mongo DB')
}).catch(err => {
    console.log('error: ',err.message)
});

// view engine setup
//use ejs-locals for all ejs templates
app.set('views', path.join(__dirname, 'views'));
app.set('view engine', 'ejs');

app.use(logger('dev', { skip: function (req,res) { return res.statusCode < 400} }));
app.use(logger('common', { stream: accessLogStream }));
app.use(express.json());
app.use(express.urlencoded({ extended: true }));
app.use(cookieParser());
app.use(express.static(path.join(__dirname, 'public')));

app.use(methodOverride("_method"));
app.use(expressSanitizer());
var expiryDate = new Date(Date.now() + 60 * 60 * 1000 * 6) // 6 hours
app.use(expressSession({
        secret:"surfs up brah",
        resave:false,
        saveUninitialized:false,
        name: 'sessionId',
        secure:true,
        httpOnly:true,
        expires: expiryDate
        }));
app.use(passport.initialize());
app.use(passport.session());

app.disable('x-powered-by');
app.use(function(req, res, next){
    res.locals.currentUser = req.user;
    next();
});

// CHANGE: USE "createStrategy" INSTEAD OF "authenticate"
passport.use(User.createStrategy({usernameField:'personalEmail'}));

// use static authenticate method of model in LocalStrategy
passport.use(new LocalStrategy(User.authenticate()));

passport.serializeUser(User.serializeUser());
passport.deserializeUser(User.deserializeUser());

//set local variables middleware
app.use(async function (req,res,next) {
    if (app.get('env') == 'development'){ req.user = await User.findOne({firstName: 'potato'}); };
    res.locals.currentUser = req.user;
    //set default page title if one is not specified
    res.locals.title='Custom Forms';
    //set success flash message
    res.locals.success = req.session.success || "";
    //delete flash message after sending it to the page so it doesn't show again
    delete req.session.success;
    //set error flash message
    res.locals.error = req.session.error || "";
    //delete flash message after sending it to the page so it doesn't show again
    delete req.session.error;
    //continue on to the next function in the middlware/route chain
    next();
});

app.use('/', indexRouter);
app.use('/users', usersRouter);
app.use('/forms', formsRouter);
app.use('/companies', companiesRouter);
app.use('/locations', locationsRouter);

// catch 404 and forward to error handler
app.use(function(req, res, next) {
  next(createError(404));
});

// error handler
app.use(function(err, req, res, next) {
  // set locals, only providing error in development
  res.locals.message = err.message;
  res.locals.error = req.app.get('env') === 'development' ? err : {};

  // render the error page
  res.status(err.status || 500);
  res.render('error');
});

const { seedDatabase, clearDatabase, seedDefaultQuestions, clearRecentItems} = require('./seeds.js');

async function databaseInit() {
    await clearRecentItems();
    // await seedDefaultQuestions();
    // await clearDatabase();
    await User.register({firstName: 'potato', lastName:'head',username:'potatohead', personalEmail:'test@test.com', role:'Owner'},'password');
    // await seedDatabase();
}

databaseInit();

let port = process.env.PORT;
if (port == null || port == "") {
  port = 8080;
}
app.listen(port, () => {
    console.log("server has started, listening on port "+port);
});

module.exports = app;

Here's an example route:
app.get('/dashboard', (req,res) => {
    const currentCompany = Company.findById(req.params.id);
    res.render('../views/company/profile', {currentCompany});
}

And some sample EJS:

<%= currentCompany.name %>

Now say I didn't wrap the findById call in a try block and it didn't find a document, then tried to render the page using an undefined or null object. The EJS file wouldn't have anything to which to refer for currentCompany.name (by the way, I do indeed try/catch and handle errors).
This is where the terminal just logs the simple 500 error, and refuses to load anything at all.
Another example of issues I've had with EJS:

        <&- include('../../partials/header) %>

Here, it would throw the exact same 500 error because I went up one too many folders in the path for that partial. Absolutely nothing else shown anywhere.

A: Thanks to @LawrenceCherone, the issue is the default error handler created when npx express-generator is used.
// error handler
app.use(function(err, req, res, next) {
  // set locals, only providing error in development
  res.locals.message = err.message;
  res.locals.error = req.app.get('env') === 'development' ? err : {};

  // render the error page
  res.status(err.status || 500);
  res.render('error');
});

Without that, the EJS error information (including line number, etc) gets displayed in the browser.


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DecaMove
By Ryan Ouellette on September 2, 2021
Developer / Publisher – MEGA DODO Simulation Games
Price – US $59.00 / CAN $73.00 / EU €24.99 / UK £19.99 / AU $34.95
Release Date – Q2, 2021
Store – DecaGear
Reviewed using Quest 2 w/ Link
The one word that EVERYONE uses when it comes to Virtual Reality Games and experiences is 'Immersion' and for good reason. VR puts you inside the game and, along with the base headset and controllers, is a plethora of peripherals that aim to further immerse you in the experience, blurring the lines between the real and the virtual. We have haptic vests, gun stocks, treadmills, bikes and a host more all offering different ways to make your VR experience more 'real'. Enter the DecaMove, a tiny little addition to PC gaming that looks to make turning in VR feel a little more natural by separating your head and hip movements, but just how much does that matter?
What's in the box?!….this stuff.
For starters, let's just quickly cover the quality of the DecaMove which is mostly hit, but a little miss. The box and packaging are solid and high quality with the various components all packed in snuggly and looks professional. In the box is a USB dongle and antenna, the DecaMove hip sensor, USB charging cable and instruction booklet and that all looks fine, save for the hip sensor which looks and feels cheap thanks to its lightweight design that feels fragile as well. That said, the components seem to be solidly built with the main button having a satisfying 'click' and when on, lights up thanks to a multicolored LED. All in all, I'm happy with the physical qualities of the device and while it feels cheap in hand, once I strapped it to my waist, it became a non-issue as a I focused on gaming.
Setup is easy enough as you need to attach the antenna to the dongle and install the Decahub software which will allow you to pair the DecaMove to your PC which is as simple as pressing the center button, which will automatically connect to the sensor. Initial calibration involves you following on screen instructions that has you rotating the DecaMove in multiple directions 180 degrees and once calibrated, it's almost good to go. After this step you can load a game using the Decahub software, which lists every game installed on your PC and marks which ones are known to work with the DecaMove with a check mark. Once you're in game and have it connected to your waist, the final step is to calibrate it to your forward-facing position in the headset which requires both hands to be placed at waist level while looking straight ahead whereupon an overlayed "calibrating" message will pop up and if you look at your feet, you can see a circle around you indicating which direction the DecaMove is facing. It sounds a little complicated but really won't take more than 30 seconds to calibrate fully though you may have to perform the quick calibration as the magnetometer in the DecaMove can lose track of your forward-facing position after 20 or 30 minutes. A full charge should last around 3-hours with the unit taking just over 30 minutes to fully charge.
So, what exactly does this device mean in regard to your VR experience? It makes things feel a little more realistic by tracking natural body movements (specifically hip turning) while still allowing you to look in other directions without messing with the direction you are moving. This is most noticeable in shooters as now you can move forward while turning your upper body without having to worry about the position of your thumb sticks as you just need to press forward while keeping your hips centred and still being able aim roughly 160 degrees in front of you, or however much you can twist your upper body. It's a subtle difference in the VR experience and in truth it took me some time to really figure out what exactly was different in the games I was playing but once I did, it was hard to go back to just a headset and thumbsticks to move. In no way does this come close to full body tracking, but that extra rotation point does make VR games feel slightly more natural. The best use of this, in my opinion, is in tactical shooters like Onward or Contractors, where you can focus on aiming down the sites while moving in whichever direction you want without having to worry about thumbsticks as you really only need to move forward or backup with your body handling the rest. It's not going to change the game in any significant way, but I think those that use this on a regular basis will have a slight advantage when playing online shooters. I can't emphasize enough that the advantage would be slight at best, but it's there for sure and like I said, going back to not using the DecaMove, I couldn't help but miss its subtle integration.
The DecaMove is advertised as working with a lot of games and is not limited to the games listed on the DecaGear website, with that list comprising of roughly 30 games or less depending on which headset you use. In my time experimenting with various un-supported titles, I never got it to work properly, if at all, leaving the supported games list a little light as of this review. It should also be noted that the DecaMove works in conjunction with steam only so any Quest owners wanting hip tracking will be forced to tether or use Virtual Desktop to play their games with this device.
The DecaMove isn't a game changer, and those who don't get it really aren't missing out on a lot, but I can't deny that it does increase immersion and because of it's ease of setup, I find myself recommending it, assuming you have the extra cash to spare and have a few games in the supported library. Being able to look around while moving in a different direction isn't new and can be handled by thumbsticks BUT that is typically a little clunky with it being easier to pull of by just directing your hips in the direction you want to walk. VR gaming is littered with peripherals all designed to increase immersion in one way or another and the DecaMove is nice littler contraption the makes the VR gaming experience just a little better.
What would I pay? If you have the coin and are looking to add a little more immersion to a few games in your library, than I recommend this as the $60 price tag on this is a decent one considering other comparable peripherals. That said, if the small number of supported games is a concern for you, then maybe hold off and see if more games get DecaMove support.
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What is an OEM part?
An OEM part is the exact part by the same manufacturer whose part is originally fit inside a brand new vehicle or machine.
The quality, design and all dimensions of an OEM part will be exactly the same as the one that came with your brand new vehicle.
For example, an OEM starter generator for a golf cart is the same starter generator that was fit in that cart when it was bought.
What is an aftermarket part?
An aftermarket part is a part that is not sourced from the original OEM maker but made by another manufacturer.
Although it is not the same part that comes with the brand new vehicle, it is designed to fit your vehicle and perform a similar or even a better job than the original.
What is the difference between them?
One of the main differences is that you can generally be assured of the quality of an OEM part, but you need to choose carefully between the variety of aftermarket options available.
Many aftermarket parts perform same as an OEM, but there are also those which do not perform up to the mark.
Here is a short list of pros and cons to help you make a more informed decision when choosing with which part to replace in your vehicle.
Assured Quality: No need to worry about the quality of an OEM part. Quality is guaranteed almost always.
Longer Warranty & longer life: Most automakers back up their OEM parts with more than one-year warranty. They usually work for many years before wearing out.
Quite Expensive: OEM parts will usually cost a lot more than an aftermarket part.
Poor Availability: OEMs are usually bought from their retail dealers & are hard to find online, so there won't be any customer reviews to compare & they can't be delivered to your doorstep.
Quality may not be superior: You buy an OEM part from your hard-earned money, hoping that it would be vastly better than an aftermarket part. But that may not always be the case! Some aftermarket parts are equal to or in some cases better than OEM parts. So you might be paying extra just for the brand name.
Less expensive: Aftermarket parts come at almost half the price of an oem part!
Quality can be same as oem: Many aftermarket parts perform similar to an oem. Good aftermarket manufacturers reverse-engineer the part, and work the weaknesses out.
More options: While there will be only one OEM manufacturer, you can find dozens of aftermarket alternatives to choose from.
Better availability: Many aftermarket parts are easily available online and can be ordered at the comfort of your home. Trustworthy aftermarket companies provide a strong Warranty cover & good customer service for a hassle-free experience.
Quality varies greatly: The saying "you get what you pay for" may ring true here. Some aftermarket parts are inferior because of the use of lower-quality materials.
Overwhelming selection: With so many options to choose from, one should know how to spot the best deal! Choose the part that has good reviews online, provides a one year warranty at least & picks up your call on calling their customer service!
May not have a warranty: To keep costs down, some aftermarket parts are sold without a warranty or the seller may not honor their warranty promise! Hence it is important to buy from a seller you can trust. Call them to see if they are responsive.
"A trustworthy seller to buy starter motors, alternators & starter generators for pickup trucks, tractors and golf carts is www.partsworldusa.com. They provide high-quality aftermarket parts at best prices in the market & have a great customer first ethic."
To sum it up, OEM products have better quality in general, but aftermarket products are a lot cheaper and they can get the same job done, if you buy from the right seller!
Now that you understand the difference between OEM and aftermarket products, you can be a smart shopper of replacement parts.