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import React from 'react';
import subscribe from 'horizon-react/lib/components/subscribe';
import Row from 'react-bootstrap/lib/Row';
import Col from 'react-bootstrap/lib/Col';
import Form from 'react-bootstrap/lib/Form';
import FormGroup from 'react-bootstrap/lib/FormGroup';
import Button from 'react-bootstrap/lib/Button';
import { updateRsvpQuery, updateRsvpResult } from '../../../actions/actionCreators';
import PageHeader from '../../_partials/page-header';
import InviteNotFound from '../rsvp/not-found';
import SubmitBtn from '../../shared/submit-btn';
import glob from 'styles/app';
import effects from 'styles/effects';
import Scroll from 'react-scroll';

/**
  *
  * RSVP Search Page
  *
  * Includes ..
  *
  * @param ..
  *
  * @return {ReactComponent}
  */

const Events = Scroll.Events;
const scroll = Scroll.animateScroll;
const scrollSpy = Scroll.scrollSpy;

const emailInInvitation = (invitation, props, cb) => {
  let found = false;
  if (invitation.guests) {
    invitation.guests.forEach(
      guest => {
        if (guest.email && guest.email === props.rsvpSearch.query) {
          found = true;
        }
      }
    );
  }
  cb(found);
};

const mapDataToProps = {
  invitations: (hz, props) => {
    hz('invitations').fetch().subscribe(
      invitations => {
        if (invitations && invitations.length > 0) {
          invitations.forEach(
            invitation => {
              emailInInvitation(invitation, props, (found) => {
                if (found && !props.rsvpSearch.result) {
                  props.dispatch(updateRsvpResult(invitation));
                }
              });
            }
          );
        }
      }
    );
    return hz('invitations');
  }
};

const mapStateToProps = (state) => ({
  rsvpSearch: state.rsvpSearch
});

class Rsvp extends React.Component {
  constructor(props) {
    super(props);
    this.state = { submitted: false };
  }

  componentDidMount () {
    scrollSpy.update();
    scroll.scrollToTop();
  }

  componentWillUnmount() {
    Events.scrollEvent.remove('begin');
    Events.scrollEvent.remove('end');
  }

  render() {
    const query = this.props.rsvpSearch.query;

    let inviteFoundOrNotJsx = '';
    //  (
    //   <div className={`${effects.fade}`} style={{ marginBottom: '30px' }}>
    //     <InviteNotFound />
    //

    // );

    const inputJsx = (

        Email
        <input
          className={`${glob.matInput}`}
          type="email"
          id="rsvp-query"
          value={query}
          onBlur={this._handleBlur.bind(this)}
          onChange={this._handleChange.bind(this)}
          onFocus={this._handleFocus.bind(this)}
        />

    );

    let formGroupClasses = `${glob.matGroup}`;
    if (this.state && this.state.active || query) {
      formGroupClasses = `${glob.matGroup} ${glob.isActive} ${glob.isCompleted}`;
    }

    const formGroupJsx = (
      <FormGroup className={formGroupClasses} style={{ textAlign: 'center' }}>
        {inputJsx}
      </FormGroup>
    );

    const searchForm = (
      <Form
        onSubmit={this._handleSubmit.bind(this)}
        style={{ textAlign: 'center' }}
      >

          <Row>
            <Col xs={12}>
              {formGroupJsx}
            </Col>
          </Row>

          <SubmitBtn displayText="Find" />

      </Form>
    );

    if (!this.state.submitted) {
      inviteFoundOrNotJsx = searchForm;
    } else if (this.props.rsvpSearch.result) {
      // added check for when invite found, and then input changes
      emailInInvitation(this.props.rsvpSearch.result, this.props, (found) => {
        if (found) {
          const shortName = this.props.rsvpSearch.result.shortName;
          inviteFoundOrNotJsx = (
              <Col xs={12} style={{ textAlign: 'center' }} className={`${effects.fadeFast}`}>

RSVP Found

                <Button bsSize="large" className={`${glob.button}`} href={`/rsvp/${shortName}`}>
                  Go to RSVP
                </Button>
              </Col>
          );
        }
      });
    } else {
      inviteFoundOrNotJsx = <div className={`${effects.fadeFast}`} style={{ marginBottom: '30px' }}>

          <Row style={{ marginBottom: '30px' }}>
            <Col xs={10} xsOffset={1}>
              <InviteNotFound />
            </Col>
          </Row>
          {searchForm}

    }

    return (

        <PageHeader page="Find RSVP" />

          <Row style={{ textAlign: 'center' }}>
            {inviteFoundOrNotJsx}
          </Row>

    );
  }

  _handleSubmit(e) {
    e.preventDefault();
    this.setState({ submitted: true });
  }

  _handleBlur() {
    if (this.props.rsvpSearch.query === '') {
      this.setState({ active: false });
    }
  }

  _handleFocus() {
    this.setState({ active: true });
  }

  _handleChange(event) {
    if (event.target.value === '') {
      this.setState({ active: false });
    }

    if (this.state.submitted === true) {
      this.setState({ submitted: false });
    }

    this.props.dispatch(updateRsvpQuery(event.target.value));
  }
}

export default subscribe({
  mapDataToProps,
  mapStateToProps
})(Rsvp);

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BLACK LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS RESPOND TO MASS SHOOTING ATTACK
National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers React To Horrific Act of Violence in Las Vegas
Dated: Monday October 02, 2017
With the vicious attack on concert-goers on Sunday, October 1, 2017 in Las Vegas, NV claiming the lives of nearly sixty people, and causing serious injuries to more than 500, there are three specific things that must be done, not only by law enforcement, but by community members as well.
First and foremost, we must extend our concern and shared grief with the victims and their families. We must ensure that they are gathered unto the collective love, thoughts and prayers that bind us all during times of sorrow and despair. No one should have to endure the pain that they are experiencing without the sure and certain knowledge that there are those who care.
Secondly, we must determine the facts relevant to this incident. Who was involved? How did it occur? Were there any specific tell-tale signs which would have helped or been useful in stopping the perpetrator before their rampage began? Was it caused by any specific or particular bias? Was it promoted by any domestic or external force, organization or individuals? As law enforcement professionals, these will be the things that will consume our time and talents; yet it is necessary so that the community may have faith in our approach to controlling crime in our neighborhoods and providing greater safety and security for our citizens.
Last but not least, we must finally enter into honest and open conversations regarding what should, and must, be best practices to curb gun violence. Gun violence has been escalating for many years, with devastating mass shootings occurring throughout the nation. It has reached a status of notoriety at Columbine High School (Colorado), Sandy Hook Elementary School (Connecticut) and Virginia Tech, and seeming commonplace with occurrences in Aurora, CO; Dallas, TX; Baton Rouge, LA; San Bernardino, CA; Orlando, FL, Newtown, CT, and now Las Vegas, NV.
Assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines have now become a weapon of choice in attacks against law enforcement officers and other first responders. There is a proliferation of and easy access to these weapons at gun shows and shops, often being procured without any of the appropriate background checks.
The National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers and its membership stand with the living victims and with the families who have lost loved ones to gun violence. We strongly support all calls for federal legislation which would place a ban on both assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazine weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines. We support requiring a permit for the purchase, acquisition or possession of ammunition and place certain prohibitions on the sale of ammunition, and place a ban on both assault ammunition and high-capacity magazines.
It's about substance, not symbolism. It's not about campaign slogans. It's about delivering for the people.
Rev. Delman Coates

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The 4th Pacific Islands Outlook Forum (PICOF) took place last week in Nadi, Fiji, bringing together national meteorological services and technical partners to determine the climate and tropical cyclone outlook for the upcoming season – technical training for officers whose work centres on climate was the focus.
The Climate Centre worked with Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) to provide training on games (photo) to equip officers with new ways of engaging stakeholders on the value – and limitations – of using probabilistic seasonal rainfall forecasts to aid preparedness for drought.
"[Games] are tools that you can use in communities setting where not everyone can read and write," said Azarel Maiai, Capacity Development Officer with the Climate and Oceans Support Program in the Pacific (COSPPac).
Through an interactive session of the SNAP! game, climate officers identified reasons that serious games can stimulate learning and dialogue: connectivity, stress reduction, something different, practising were all words that participants associated with games.
"You feel things, you are involved," said COSPPac Climatology Officer Philip Malsale.
In a version of Paying for Predictions tailored for drought in the Pacific, climate officers put themselves in the shoes of disaster managers who need to use the information they produce about the next season to make decisions about preparedness.
"We learnt the importance of understanding probabilities," said Faapisa Aiono, Senior Scientific Officer with Samoa's meteorological service.
The training was seen as timely since an alert is in force putting the likelihood of an El Niño in 2018 at approximately 70 per cent; the phenomenon can increase the probability of drought in some countries in the south-west Pacific.


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Healthcare providers should maintain awareness of the need to detect patients who should be evaluated for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection; this requires clinical judgment as information on modes of transmission of MERS-CoV and clinical presentation of MERS continues to evolve.
The spectrum of illness due to MERS-CoV infection is not fully defined. Symptoms of MERS-CoV infections are typically non-specific. At hospital admission, common signs and symptoms include fever, chills/rigors, headache, non-productive cough, dyspnea, and myalgia. Other symptoms can include sore throat, coryza, sputum production, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Atypical presentations including mild respiratory illness without fever and diarrheal illness preceding development of pneumonia have been reported. Clinical judgment should be used to guide testing of patients for MERS-CoV infection.
Patients in the U.S. Who Should Be Evaluated for MERS-CoV Infection
Healthcare providers should evaluate patients in the U.S. for MERS-CoV infection if they meet the following criteria, defined as a Person Under Investigation (PUI)
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Epidemiologic Risk
Severe illness
Fever1 and pneumonia or acute respiratory distress syndrome (based on clinical or radiological evidence) and A history of travel from countries in or near the Arabian Peninsula2 within 14 days before symptom onset, or close contact3 with a symptomatic traveler who developed fever1 and acute respiratory illness (not necessarily pneumonia) within 14 days after traveling from countries in or near the Arabian Peninsula2.
A member of a cluster of patients with severe acute respiratory illness (e.g., fever1 and pneumonia requiring hospitalization) of unknown etiology in which MERS-CoV is being evaluated, in consultation with state and local health departments in the US.
Milder illness
Fever1 and symptoms of respiratory illness (not necessarily pneumonia; e.g., cough, shortness of breath) and A history of being in a healthcare facility (as a patient, worker, or visitor) within 14 days before symptom onset in a country or territory in or near the Arabian Peninsula2 in which recent healthcare-associated cases of MERS have been identified.
Fever1 or symptoms of respiratory illness (not necessarily pneumonia; e.g., cough, shortness of breath) and Close contact3 with a confirmed MERS case while the case was ill.
The above criteria serve as guidance for testing; however, patients should be evaluated and discussed with public health departments on a case-by-case basis if their clinical presentation or exposure history is equivocal (e.g., uncertain history of health care exposure).
Confirmed Case
A confirmed case is a person with laboratory confirmation of MERS-CoV infection. Confirmatory laboratory testing requires a positive PCR on at least two specific genomic targets or a single positive target with sequencing on a second.
Probable Case
A probable case is a PUI with absent or inconclusive laboratory results for MERS-CoV infection who is a close contact3 of a laboratory-confirmed MERS-CoV case. Examples of laboratory results that may be considered inconclusive include a positive test on a single PCR target, a positive test with an assay that has limited performance data available, or a negative test on an inadequate specimen.
Reporting Persons Under Investigation (PUIs)
Update July 2017:
To simplify the process, MERS reporting to CDC has been updated:
CDC is no longer asking for state and local health departments to submit MERS short forms for PUIs who test negative for MERS-CoV.
State and local health departments must still submit all CDC MERS-CoV rRT-PCR assay test results (e.g., negative, positive, equivocal) via the LRN. Any MERS case detected in the U.S., and any PUI with equivocal or positive MERS test results must still be immediately reported to CDC as currently recommended.
CDC staff will continue to remain available for epidemiologic and laboratory consultation for MERS. Please contact eocreport@cdc.gov with any questions about MERS PUIs or MERS-CoV testing, or call the CDC Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at 770-488-7100
MERS PUI short forms are still available to use as tools when investigating PUIs.
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NOTE: CDC may revise optional submission of the MERS short form for PUIs who test negative for MERS-CoV in the future if circumstances change, such as increasing worldwide MERS cases or if a MERS case is identified in the U.S.
CLOSE CONTACTS OF A CONFIRMED CASE
As part of investigation of confirmed cases, in consultation with a state or local health department, a person who develops fever1 or symptoms of respiratory illness within 14 days following close contact3 with a confirmed case of MERS while the case was ill should be evaluated for MERS-CoV infection.
Other contacts of the ill person, such as community contacts or contacts on conveyances (e.g., airplane, bus), may be considered for evaluation in consultation with state and local health departments.
Clinicians should be aware that the spectrum of illness due to MERS-CoV infection is not fully defined. Although most reported cases have had severe acute lower respiratory illness, mild infections, and infections with no apparent symptoms, have been reported. Additionally, in some cases, diarrhea preceded respiratory symptoms. Other early symptoms have included headache, chills, myalgia, nausea/vomiting, and diarrhea. Symptomatic contacts should be evaluated and, depending on their clinical history and presentation, considered for MERS-CoV testing. This includes rRT-PCR testing of lower/upper respiratory and serum specimens, and possibly MERS-CoV serology, if symptom onset was more than 14 days prior.
Close contacts3 who are ill and do not require hospitalization for medical reasons may, in consultation with the state or local health department, be cared for and isolated in their home while being evaluated for MERS-CoV infection. (Isolation is defined as the separation or restriction of activities of an ill person with a contagious disease from those who are well). The possible benefit of home quarantine or other measures, such as wearing masks, is uncertain due to lack of information about transmissibility from persons with mild, or no apparent, symptoms. Contacts with no apparent symptoms who test positive by PCR, especially in respiratory specimens or serum, likely pose a risk of transmission, although the magnitude and contributing factors are unknown. Providers should contact their state or local health department to discuss home isolation, home quarantine or other measures for close contacts, especially for patients who test positive, and to discuss criteria for discontinuing any such measures.
Recommendations may be modified as more data become available. For more information, see CDC's Interim Home Care and Isolation or Quarantine Guidance for MERS-CoV.
CLOSE CONTACTS OF A PUI
Evaluation and management of close contacts3 of a PUI should be discussed with state and local health departments. Close contacts of a PUI should monitor themselves for fever and respiratory illness and seek medical attention if they become ill within 14 days after contact; healthcare providers should consider the possibility of MERS in these contacts.
Clusters of Respiratory Illness in Which MERS-CoV Infection Should Be Considered
Clusters5 of patients with severe acute respiratory illness (e.g., fever and pneumonia requiring hospitalization) without recognized links to a case of MERS-CoV infection or to travelers from countries in or near the Arabian Peninsula2 should be evaluated for common respiratory pathogens.4 If the illnesses remain unexplained, providers should consider testing for MERS-CoV, in consultation with state and local health departments.
To date, limited information is available on the pathogenic potential and transmission dynamics of MERS-CoV. To increase the likelihood of detecting MERS-CoV infection, CDC recommends collecting multiple specimens from different sites at different times after symptom onset. For more information, see CDC's Interim Guidelines for Collecting, Handling, and Testing Clinical Specimens from PUIs for MERS-CoV. For a PUI, CDC strongly recommends testing a lower respiratory specimen (e.g., sputum, broncheoalveolar lavage fluid, or tracheal aspirate), a nasopharygeal/oropharygeal (NP/OP) swab, and serum, via the CDC MERS-CoV rRT-PCR assay. Lower respiratory specimens are preferred, but collecting nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal (NP/OP) specimens, and serum, are strongly recommended depending upon the length of time between symptom onset and specimen collection. If symptom onset was more than 14 days prior, CDC also strongly recommends additional testing of a serum specimen via the CDC MERS-CoV serologic assay.
Almost all state health department laboratories are approved for MERS-CoV testing using CDC's MERS-CoV rRT-PCR assay. Contact your state health department to notify them of PUIs and to request MERS-CoV testing. If your state health department is unable to test, contact CDC's EOC at 770-488-7100.
Appropriate infection-control measures should be used while managing patients, including specimen collection from PUIs and probable or confirmed MERS cases. For CDC guidance on MERS-CoV infection control in healthcare settings, see Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Hospitalized Patients with MERS-CoV. For CDC interim guidance to prevent MERS-CoV from spreading in homes and communities in the U.S., see Interim Home Care and Isolation or Quarantine Guidance for MERS-CoV.
Fever may not be present in some patients, such as those who are very young, elderly, immunosuppressed, or taking certain medications. Clinical judgement should be used to guide testing of patients in such situations.
Countries considered in the Arabian Peninsula and neighboring include: Bahrain; Iraq; Iran; Israel, the West Bank and Gaza; Jordan; Kuwait; Lebanon; Oman; Qatar; Saudi Arabia; Syria; the United Arab Emirates (UAE); and Yemen.
Close contact is defined as a) being within approximately 6 feet (2 meters), or within the room or care area, of a confirmed MERS case for a prolonged period of time (such as caring for, living with, visiting, or sharing a healthcare waiting area or room with, a confirmed MERS case) while not wearing recommended personal protective equipment or PPE (e.g., gowns, gloves, NIOSH-certified disposable N95 respirator, eye protection); or b) having direct contact with infectious secretions of a confirmed MERS case (e.g., being coughed on) while not wearing recommended personal protective equipment. See CDC's Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Hospitalized Patients with MERS. Data to inform the definition of close contact are limited; considerations when assessing close contact include the duration of exposure (e.g., longer exposure time likely increases exposure risk) and the clinical symptoms of the person with MERS (e.g., coughing likely increases exposure risk). Special consideration should be given to those exposed in healthcare settings. For detailed information regarding healthcare personnel (HCP) please review CDC Interim U.S. Guidance for Monitoring and Movement of Persons with Potential Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) Exposure. Transient interactions, such as walking by a person with MERS, are not thought to constitute an exposure; however, final determination should be made in consultation with public health authorities.
Examples of respiratory pathogens causing community-acquired pneumonia include influenza A and B, respiratory syncytial virus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Legionella pneumophila.
In accordance with the World Health Organization's guidance for MERS-CoV, a cluster is defined as two or more persons with onset of symptoms within the same 14 days period, and who are associated with a specific setting such as a classroom, workplace, household, extended family, hospital, other residential institution, military barracks, or recreational camp. See WHO's Interim Surveillance Recommendations for Human Infection with Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus pdf icon[5 pages]external icon.
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Q: C# Add extra property/info to a Image I want to add a extra property or info to a image.
I tried using a new class that gets the image propertys and i just add one, but i have no idea how to do this.
Also i cant use the property "Tag" thats already in use, and cant be overwritten
public partial class myImage : System.Windows.Controls.Image
{
        //?
}

A: Adding a property to a class derived from Image would look like this:
public class MyImage : Image
{
    public string AdditionalInfoProperty { get; set; }
}

You could also create a Property that would hold an ImageSource object:
public class MyImage
{
    public ImageSource Image { get; set; }
    public string AdditionalInfoProperty { get; set; }
}

Then in your xaml you would use it like this, assuming that the DataContext holds an object of type MyImage.
<Image Source="{Binding Image}"/>
<TextBlock Text="{Binding AdditionalInfoProperty}"/>

A: Gets or sets a value that represents the author of an image.
public System.Collections.ObjectModel.ReadOnlyCollection<string> Author { get; set; }

The following code example shows how to write metadata to a bitmap image by using friendly properties of the BitmapMetadata class.
FileStream stream3 = new FileStream( "image2.tif", FileMode.Create );
BitmapMetadata myBitmapMetadata = new BitmapMetadata( "tiff" );
TiffBitmapEncoder encoder3 = new TiffBitmapEncoder();
myBitmapMetadata.ApplicationName = "Microsoft Digital Image Suite 10";
myBitmapMetadata.Author = new ReadOnlyCollection<string>(
    new List<string>() { "Mehdi Daustany" } );
myBitmapMetadata.CameraManufacturer = "Tailspin Toys";
myBitmapMetadata.CameraModel = "TT23";
myBitmapMetadata.Comment = "Nice Picture";
myBitmapMetadata.Copyright = "2010";
myBitmapMetadata.DateTaken = "5/23/2010";
myBitmapMetadata.Keywords = new ReadOnlyCollection<string>(
    new List<string>() { "Mehdi", "Daustany" } );
myBitmapMetadata.Rating = 5;
myBitmapMetadata.Subject = "Mehdi";
myBitmapMetadata.Title = "Mehdi's photo";

// Create a new frame that is identical to the one
// from the original image, except for the new metadata.
encoder3.Frames.Add(
    BitmapFrame.Create(
    decoder2.Frames[0],
    decoder2.Frames[0].Thumbnail,
    myBitmapMetadata,
    decoder2.Frames[0].ColorContexts ) );

encoder3.Save( stream3 );
stream3.Close();

A: consider you have an image
Image img = Image.FromFile("C:\\temp\\smth\\smth.jpg");

use system drawing to get propertyitem
System.Drawing.Imaging.PropertyItem prop = img.PropertyItems[0];

set info
SetProperty(ref prop, 33432, "Test Info...");
img.SetPropertyItem(prop);

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The explosion of Arab media has been hailed as a spur to innovation and the key to the knowledge-based economies of the future – but censorship has remained a fact of life.
Western preconceptions of Arab media paint an image of populations force-fed a daily diet of bland news, aimed at maintaining the status quo.
Bad habits do persist, but the industry is changing. The past two decades have seen a revolution in the media, with the proliferation of pan-Arab satellite television and the internet. Satellite technology has transformed access to international news, while the internet has opened up new forums for debate beyond the control of state authorities.
There are now 315 satellite TV channels serving the Middle East, with a variety of new media inviting public debate on issues that traditional media kept firmly under wraps. Arab audiences can now vote for their favourite singers via SMS, engage in debate with TV clerics or blog to their hearts' content about their daily lives, politics and culture.
This is a far cry from the days when access to news was carefully controlled by a handful of state-backed newspapers and TV stations, churning out unappetising news stories about local dignitaries. However, content still leaves much to be desired.
And press freedom is still the exception, rather than the rule. In 2006, Reporters Without Borders, a French non-governmental organisation, published a league table of 167 countries ranked according to their degree of press freedom. The only Arab country in the top 100 was Lebanon.
Censorship was hard-wired into the system from an early age. It was only in 1908 that the Ottoman authorities began to lift restrictions on ownership of newspapers, allowing an independent press to develop in Egypt, Syria and Iraq. Arabic-language newspapers and radio stations proliferated as political leaders realised the potential for propaganda.
After the second world war, the press became a valued tool in the fight for national independence. This early politicisation of the media still has consequences. The Information Ministry survives as an entity of state control of the media across many Middle East states.
Overt censorship is becoming difficult to sustain, however. Governments across the region still routinely harass and imprison journalists. Websites can still be blocked. But the armoury of state control has been severely dented by the advent of new technology. Pan-Arab news channels, such as Al-Jazeera, pose a direct challenge to the ability of governments to restrict access to information.
Over the next few decades there will be a shift in the way the mass media is controlled. Experts predict a migration from direct control towards more subtle methods such as restrictive press laws, licensing regimes and taxation. The UAE was the first Gulf state to rid itself of an Information Ministry in 2006. But the new National Media Council will ensure a tight lid is kept on the local media.
Despite these restrictions, business is booming – particularly for the print media. Advertising revenues are bucking global trends. GCC advertising expenditure is estimated at $3,000 million and regional media reported a 40 per cent increase in advertising revenues in 2006. The opportunities for further growth are prodigious. Advertising spending will grow 15 per cent a year for the next three years.
The lure of ad revenue is drawing in outsiders. In late 2006, the UK's Associated Newspapers stumped up $7 million for a 60 per cent stake in the English-language newspaper 7 Days. It announced plans to spread the brand across the rest of the region, ultimately aiming to have more than 1 million copies rolling off the presses by 2011. A rash of new English-language dailies, many freesheets, have rolled off the UAE's presses in the past year and more are likely in the coming decade.
Audience figures will need to grow to justify this spending in the longer term, however, and there are challenges from other media. Future generations of Arabs will demand much greater control over the images flashing across their screens, and the words staring at them from print and screen.
Traditional lines between broadcasting and telecoms are already becoming blurred. In the wake of liberalisation, media entrepreneurs are looking to fuse the two strands and build one of the world's fastest growing communications industries. SMS has filled a vacuum left by inadequate internet infrastructure and poor telecoms connectivity.
Interactive technologies are also transforming revenues. Some SMS-related services already generate as much revenue as traditional television advertising, and could overtake advertising as a cash generator for TV networks. With this backdrop, smaller, nimbler media companies are expected to proliferate across the region.
As a result, countries with the most advanced and open democracies – such as Kuwait and Lebanon – may emerge as the regions' main media centres, though Dubai, which has pioneered the free zone concept of Media City, will prove a strong challenger. Cairo, once the Middle East's media hub, could regain its old status if political conditions improve.
Al-Jazeera and its competitors have transformed the way Arabs see themselves. And these new entities will be at the forefront of change as money, power and technology merge to transform the media sector over the next 50 years. But, as in China or even the US and Europe, censorship will survive in the new era of liberal economics. The prime censor of the media will be the people who own it.


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If you, like me are old enough to remember the launch of the Russian space station Mir in 1986 then you are probably asking what on earth has that got to do with a microphone review? Well, keep reading and all will be revealed. The Mir station was transported to its orbit by the Soyuz series of spacecraft.
The name Soyuz comes from the acronym CCCP which translates as Soiuz Sovetskikh Sotsialisticheskikh Respublik or Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (thanks to Yahoo Answers for this one). Keeping it simple this is what we used to call Russia before the breakup of the Soviet Union. So in short, Soyuz means Union.
The Soyuz Microphone company is born out of a union between the craftsmanship and precision engineering of the old USSR and the modern day USA.
I have heard several rumours that the Soyuz microphones use materials that were salvaged from the Russian space program. Sadly the folks at Soyuz tell me this is just a myth but a fun one none the less.
"So enough of the history lesson already, tell us about the mic." I have been lucky enough to have loan of the Soyuz SU-019 since just after the NAMM show back in January 2017. Many of you will have heard me use it as it is the mic I have been using to record my voice for the Pro Tools Expert podcast ever since.
The SU-019 is a large diaphragm FET condenser microphone. The FET or Field Effect Transistor is placed in the mics internal circuit to produce a richer tone. Originally FETs were added to mics to give them a tone closer to that of their more costly valve mic cousins. There is some debate as to if this worked or not but the FET mic is here and it is here to stay.
The Soyuz SU-019 uses a custom-made capsule based on the Neumann K67 design.
The capsule starts life as a 35mm rod of brass which is milled to a tolerance of 2 microns to form the electrodes. There are 2 of these electrodes, one of each side of the diaphragm. The lathe used to achieve this accuracy came from the Kalashnikov factory, yes the one where they make the AK-47 automatic rifle. The electrodes or pancakes as they are known are then placed into a jig where 248 holes are drilled into it by hand.
The delicate Mylar diaphragm is coated with a very fine layer of gold using a custom made gold sputter machine. The electrodes are then screwed together around the diaphragm and the entire assembly is fitted into the housing which you can see in the picture.
Having said that the Soyuz microphones are not built of parts from the old Soviet space program, the company have used technology from other industries in the construction of their products.
The SU-019 like their SU-017 valve condenser uses what is called "Stacked Disc" construction. This is more commonly found in the design of missiles and rockets than microphones but it gives the mic a very stable internal structure.
A Polycarbonate disc is milled to the correct size and drilled by hand. These holes have small brass pins inserted. The SU-019 uses what is called Wire Wrap to attach the components. Wire wrap is much more stable than normal soldering to a PCB but it is much more time-consuming. The transformer (the big white thing in the bottom of the body) uses a custom made core and is hand wound by Soyuz technicians. They say this makes the mic sound very musical and I have to say I would agree, more on that to follow.
Soyuz microphones really do have a style all their own. The simple green and gold brass badge is very stylish and yet somehow it hints at the Russian heritage of this mic.
The body design is very practical but also pleasing to the eye. No form-over-function here but the mic is a nice thing to perform into from a vocalist's point of view.
One area of the design and use of the mic where Soyuz have really scored it the shock mount. I am not a fan of "off the shelf" wire form shock mounts, as I have said many times, but this Soyuz model is lovely. It is so easy to use and allows the mic to be placed just where you want it. If you want to get your vocalist up close for that tight sultry sound then the gap in the front of the shock mount allows you to do so. I even tried the mic as the top mic on a snare drum for a really nice jazz brushes sound. The longer neck of the capsule housing allowed me to get the head of the mic just where I wanted it for a lovely swoosh sound with plenty of bite for a slap.
The SU-019 is a fixed cardioid pattern FET condenser. There is no pad and no hi-pass filter. You plug a conventional XLR in the bottom. Turn on the Phantom power, crank up the gain nice and slow and hit record.
I have recorded five audio examples using nothing but the Soyuz SU-019 and the pre-amps from my Audient ASP8024-HE console for you to listen to. There is no EQ or Compression just a little limiting before being converted to MP3.
As I have said many times on gear reviews I love and hate my job both at the same time. I love it because I get to try out in my own studio some of the greatest audio joys available, hey who wouldn't love that. But I hate it because I get used to using something that I know I really can't afford to keep, and the Soyuz SU-019 is in that category. This is a quality handmade product and carries the price tag to match it. At the of writing the SU-019 has a street price of around £1900. This puts it quite near the top of the mark for a single pattern FET condenser. There are some great mics out there for a lot less money. However, I believe that a mic is not just for Christmas, it is for Christmas's for many years to come. So yes, you can buy a great sounding mic for less cash now but will it still be working at peak performance in 10, 20 or even 30 years from now?
Money aside I really like the sound of this mic. I think it could become my go-to mic for spoken word. My voice sounded natural and open and it does a great top picking up the detail in my voice without sounding harsh or sibilant. On acoustic guitars, the tone is really clean and clear and again the detail really shines through.
I always have a problem recording brushes on a snare drum but the SU-019 sounded great. Normally the swoosh sound goes missing and you have too much slap from the right side but the SU-019 collects the swoosh just nicely.
I really did miss a valve on the rock vocal performance. I wanted that added warmth that a valve or tube can add. It sounded good but hey, maybe I should try the SU-017 the valve sister to the SU-019.
In truth, I think this is a great mic for the money. It's not the price of a vintage Neunamm or other sort-after classic brand it is much more than that. It is a modern mic, with a classic sound that will last a lifetime.
You can find out more about the range of Soyuz Microphones at their website. Let me know what you think about the sound in the comments below.


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The Art of the Deal
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What is it? Estimated government IT spending in India in 2017, according to Gartner.
Why is it important? It represents a growth of 7.5% from 2016, but down from earlier estimation of 9.5%. The revision underlines the concern that India's government spending is shrinking when it should be gearing up on the back of slowdown in economic growth. Credit Suisse in a report said the overall government spending might be revised down to meet fiscal deficit targets.
Tell me more: Gartner said the downward revision was due to "effects of demonetization and a drop in industrial production." .
What is it? The number of Maharashtra districts witnessing farmer protests.
Why is it important? In these districts, farmers stopped vehicles carrying farm and dairy produce headed for cities like Mumbai, Pune, Nashik and Aurangabad. They are agitating to ensure higher prices for their produce and demand a farm loan waiver similar to that in Uttar Pradesh. The BJP government in Maharashtra will have to spend Rs 30,500 crore to do so.
Tell me more: Even though the Fadnavis government had said it would study UP's move, the farmers' association has complained they got no assurance on Tuesday, leading to the strike.
What is it? The number of seats Conservative Party is predicted to win in next week's UK general elections.
Why is it important? If the prediction turns out to be right, the party will fall short of 9 seats for a majority, leading to a hung parliament. Only twice since 1926 did the elections yield such results in the UK – in 1974 and 2010. If Conservatives fail to get a majority, its dependence on smaller parties will go up diluting its stand on policies.
Tell me more: Conservatives, under Theresa May, called for snap election on June 8, to pave the way for smoother Brexit-related legislation, as it now has only a thin majority of 17.
What is it? The revenue of driverless vehicle technology company, Mobileye, in the Jan-Mar quarter.
Why is it important? The Israeli company's revenues increased by 66%, on the back of new partners such as major automakers and development of complex driver assistance systems. Mobileye is in the midst of being bought out by Intel.
Tell me more: While Intel has moved to acquire it, end users such as BMW, Nissan and Volkswagen have signed up for its camera-enabled self-driving car systems that avoid collisions. Ensuring safety is the priority in the driverless automobile engineering, even as collisions serve as grim reminders to their limits.
What is it? The amount Russian government will lend India towards the construction cost of two nuclear power reactors.
Why is it important? The credit line is a part of a much awaited deal to jointly build two nuclear power reactors at Kudankulam nuclear power station in Tamil Nadu. It was one among the five deals signed by India and Russia during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country. The agreement would lead to building of units 5 and 6 at Kudankulam, each with a capacity of 1000MW.
Tell me more: The two reactors will be built by India's Nuclear Power Corporation of India and Russia's Atomstroyexport. India has 22 nuclear power reactors at present with an overall capacity of 6780 MW.
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News in Numbers, Mar 14, 2017: 🎓 IIM-A where A = Amazon
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What is it? Number of job offers from Amazon at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad for the class of 2017.
Why is it important? This makes the e-commerce player the top recruiter at the premier institute, reflecting the growing power of new-age companies, overtaking conventional sector such as FMCG, consulting firms and finance. The second highest number of offers from a single company was 15, from McKinsey & Company.
Tell me more: Even when companies are hit by adverse economic conditions, recruitment at IIM-A remains largely unaffected.
What is it? The world test batting rank of Indian captain, Virat Kohli.
Why is it important? Kohli slipped further one rank after his lacklustre performance in the last four innings, with rating points of 847. At the end of the second test against Australia, he had dropped to the third spot. Earlier, Kohli had to cede the second spot he had occupied to England's Joe Root. Kohli is 53 rating points ahead of Australia's David Warner.
Tell me more: The same set of matches, however, helped R Ashwin regain the top spot among allrounders. He replaced Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan and is 31 rating points ahead (with 434 points).
What is it? The amount US chip company, Intel, will pay to buy Israeli tech firm, Mobileye, creators of a driverless technology.
Why is it important? Not only is it the largest purchase of an Israeli high-tech company, but is also the largest acquisition of a company specialising only in driverless technology and anti-collision systems. In the emerging space of driverless assistance, that large tech Silicon Valley companies are already competing in, chip companies are under pressure to consolidate their hold as they are an integral part of it. Intel itself collaborated with the $10.6 billion Mobileye for BMW's fleet of self-driving test vehicles.
Tell me more: Qualcomm made a $47 billion deal to buy NXP, the biggest automotive chip supplier, to create the largest cluster of sensors, chips, networking needed for autonomous driving.
What is it? Trailing price to earning ratio (P/E ratio) of top five IT companies. P/E ratio is an indicator of investors' expectation of growth and earnings of a company.
Why is it important? Given IT companies' high profit margins and revenue growth, it has always been higher than the P/E ratio of the Sensex. Now, Sensex P/E ratio is 22.1. The gap indicates the tough times faced by IT companies because of changes in business, technology and political environment, especially the American president Donald Trump's stand against outsourcing.
Tell me more: About half a dozen bills have been tabled in the United States congress, arguing that H1B visa programme is stopping American citizens from getting jobs.
What is it? North-east monsoon deficit in Tamil Nadu this season.
Why is it important? The deficit is seen across southern states, and indicates that Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are likely to face water shortages in the coming months. The water levels in the reservoirs, especially in Tamil Nadu, are at low levels.
Tell me more: The North East monsoon deficit was -61% in Kerala and -63% coastal Karnataka. South east monsoon deficit stood at -19% in Tamil Nadu, -34% in Kerala and -21% in coastal Karnataka.
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Every Sunday, we publish a week of Cooking Light dinner plans filled with our favorite recipes. Each meal is designed to be ready and on the table in 45 minutes or less.
Monday: I make our Black Bean Burgers with Sriracha Aioli for one thing: the sriracha aioli. It's positively finger-licking good. If you or your family members are a sriracha addict like me, they won't even notice we're starting this week with a meatless main. Serve with Greek Cucumber Salad to finish the plate. Oh, and here's the fun thing about this salad: It's kind of a kitchen sink deal. Use up the bits and pieces of your CSA box to make this simple side.
Tuesday: Chinese takeout is notoriously salty, as is most restaurant food. That doesn't mean we don't all crave it from time to time. Satisfy your Chinese craving with our 25-minute Sweet and Sour Chicken. Finish with a side of Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes and Toasted Garlic. Better yet, add the broccoli side to your sweet and sour chicken for an all-in-one dish you'll want to make again and again.
Wednesday: For busy weeknights, I love making a pork tenderloin. They're lean, cook fast, and often are on sale for less than $8 at the grocery store. For dinner tonight, break out a few pantry spice staples, and pick up a jar of pepper jelly. You can make our Ancho Pork Medallions in just 20 minutes. Balance the peppery kick of the pork with our creamy, refreshing Tomato Stack with Corn and Avocado. It might actually be the highlight of your meal, but shhh! don't tell the pork!
Thursday: We need at least one serving of seafood this week, so let's get it tonight. Our Sautéed Black Grouper with Peach Relish reminds me of late summer nights on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. Grouper is a popular catch in the Gulf of Mexico. The fresh fish inevitably finds itself on restaurant menus, and chefs haul down Alabama peaches. Combine the two, and it's a classic summer--and quintessentially Alabama--dinner. The fish is the main focus, so keep the side simple. Try something like our Spinach with Garlic Vinaigrette.
Friday: This is another one of those dishes that makes great use of whatever is in your CSA box or what you have left from the farmers' market. Stick to the recipe if you like, or adlib and add a few of your favorite summer veggies--maybe pickled radishes instead of carrots? Either way, Grilled Steak Panzanella with Pickled Vegetables is a filling, fresh way to finalize another fabulous week.
Happy Hour Bonus: Thank goodness peach season has arrived because we were running out of ways to enjoy Friday cocktails at my house. (No, actually we weren't. There are innumerable ways to enjoy Friday cocktails.) This Friday, we'll have our new Bourbon-Peach Limeade, which is in our brand new August issue, on newsstands now.


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Here's the first guitar I ever made from old barn timbers. Anders brought me a beam from the barn of his youth - built in the early 1800s in upstate New York. Later, he brought me more beams and many more white pine guitars followed. This one has a neck pickup rebuilt / rewound by Curtis Novak and a generic / built-by-slave-children-on-a-prison-boat bridge pickup. Steel pickguard and output jack plate. Ever-changing electronics...phase? kill switch? I've lost track. I've also watched Anders dangle the guitar by its Bigsby handle and shake it like a racoon that's bitten his thumb. Stays in tune.


One of America's most controversial doctors has been shot dead.
George Tiller, who performed late term abortions, was killed outside a church in Kansas.
His clinic had attracted protests by anti-abortion campaigners for many years.
Sarah Morris reports from Washington.


Perfect for doing your own yoga flow or just lounging around- this month's Sunday Stretch playlist was such a hit we had to share!
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Bringing in tons of positive, self-love vibes from favorites like Beyonce, Bruno Mars, and Justin Bieber- this playlist is a must listen!
Check out this month's Sunday Stretch playlist. It opens up with Marylou Villegas' beautiful melodic Disney princess voice. Our fave song on the whole playlist is Lifting You by Michael Blume. Enjoy!
The latest Sunday Stretch Playlist is here with brand new songs all from January 2019 with a special soft spot for the new James Blake and Maggie Rogers album.
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This Sunday Stretch Playlist is the perfect playlist to stay at home all day and listen to.


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Dietmar Friedhoff (* 18. Juni 1966 in Hagen/Westfalen) ist ein deutscher Politiker (AfD). Er ist seit 2017 Mitglied des Deutschen Bundestages.

Leben
Friedhoff absolvierte eine Lehre zum Funkelektroniker und leistete anschließend seinen Grundwehrdienst ab. Nach der Fachhochschulreife begann er ein Studium der Elektrotechnik, das er als Diplom-Ingenieur (FH) abschloss. Er war dann in verschiedenen Unternehmen im Vertrieb tätig, zuletzt als Vertriebstrainer bei Busch-Jaeger. Friedhoff ist Oberstleutnant der Reserve.

Friedhoff ist verheiratet. Aus seiner ersten Ehe hat er zwei erwachsene Töchter.

Nach eigener Aussage war sein Großvater während der Zeit des Nationalsozialismus als Kommunist in einem KZ interniert.

Politik
Friedhoff trat 2013 in die AfD ein. Er war stellvertretender Vorsitzender des AfD-Kreisverbandes Hannover Land und Beisitzer im Vorstand des AfD-Stadtverbandes Neustadt am Rübenberge. Bis zu seiner Wahl in den 19. Deutschen Bundestag war Friedhoff außerdem im Stadtrat Neustadt am Rübenberge aktiv.

Seit 2017 ist Friedhoff Mitglied des Deutschen Bundestages. Bei der Bundestagswahl 2017 trat er als Direktkandidat im Bundestagswahlkreis Hannover-Land I an, zog aber über die Landesliste Niedersachsen in den Bundestag ein.

Im 19. Deutschen Bundestag ist Friedhoff Obmann des Ausschusses für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung. Zudem ist er als stellvertretendes Mitglied im Verteidigungsausschuss sowie im Vermittlungsausschuss vertreten.

Bei der Aufstellungsversammlung der AfD Niedersachsen im Dezember 2020 kandidierte er erfolgreich für den 4. Listenplatz für die Bundestagswahl 2021.

Verfassungsschutz
Das Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz nannte im Jahr 2019 Friedhoff namentlich in seinem Gutachten, welches die Einstufung der AfD als Prüffall begründet. Dort wird seine Aussage zitiert, dass Bundeskanzlerin Angela Merkel das deutsche Volk "auslöschen" wolle und man dies "radikal" bekämpfen müsse.

Weblinks

 Website von Dietmar Friedhoff
 Dietmar Friedhoff auf abgeordnetenwatch.de

Einzelnachweise

Politiker (21. Jahrhundert)
AfD-Mitglied
Bundestagsabgeordneter (Niedersachsen)
Person (Neustadt am Rübenberge)
Kommunalpolitiker (Region Hannover)
Deutscher
Geboren 1966
Mann

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Karl Lagerfeld has cast Ondria Hardin as the new face of his campaign—even though she's only 15 years old. Misty White Sidell on the fresh young face.
On Tuesday, Karl Lagerfeld announced the stars of Chanel's new spring campaign: the veteran model Stella Tennant, and newcomer Ondria Hardin. It all seemed ordinary enough.
Except for the fact that Hardin—who stands at 5'10" tall with a 24-inch waist and sunkissed flaxen hair—is only 15 years old. She ignited a controversy last year, when she appeared on the runway of Marc Jacobs's fall show, openly flouting the CFDA's astringent new health initiative, which requires that girls must be at least 16 years of age to walk in runway shows.
Hardin was only 14 years old at the time. "If their parents are willing to let them do a show, I don't see any reason that it should be me who tells them that they can't," Jacobs told the New York Times of the issue. Months later Hardin appeared in Vogue China against the wishes of Vogue magazine's own international health initiative, which has similar age guidelines.
Hardin's agents at Ford weren't available for comment on her actual birthdate, and it's unclear if Chanel was aware of all of the controversy surrounding her age when they cast her. "She doesn't look 15…She looks 18 or 19." Karl Lagerfeld told WWD of Hardin's more mature look yesterday in a brief news bit announcing the campaign. And it seems that the fuss over her underage status hasn't stopped other brands like Miu Miu, Gucci, and Valentino, from casting her in their most recent spring 2013 shows as well.
But unlike many underage models on the runway, Hardin is American. She was born sometime in 1996 in North Carolina—a place she told Interview magazine is "fashionable in its own way, if you like cotton fields and horse pastures." Discovered in 2009 at age 13, she flew under the radar in Prada's fall 2011 campaign—wearing a collection that, appropriately so, offered a conceptualized look at youth.
Each season, Prada creates a viral art-house video that puts the brand's advertisements in motion. For fall 2011 that entailed Hardin and the campaign's fellow fresh-faced models Kelly Mittendorf (then 17) and Frida Gustavsson (then 18) coquettishly stroking their legs and unbuttoning their clothing for Steven Meisel's camera. And all of this happened a whole six months before Hardin stepped foot on Jacobs's runway. She's since appeared in major fashion spreads for W, V magazine, and Teen Vogue.


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In this paper, we apply a range of univariate unit root tests including the Lagrangian multiplier (LM) univariate and panel unit root tests to examine PPP for 16 OECD countries. In addition to incorporating structural breaks in the univariate exchange rate series, we also incorporate structural breaks in the panel exchange rate models. Our main finding from univariate tests, with and without structural breaks and panel LM test with one break, is that real exchange rates are not stationary, inconsistent with PPP hypothesis. However, when we incorporate two structural breaks in the univariate LM test, for most countries we find that real exchange rates are stationary. Moreover, we obtain overwhelming support for PPP when we apply panel LM unit root tests with two structural breaks.
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Finally, it's arrived! Pikachu and his friends are here to join you on your bento adventures! Now you can be a true Pokémon master!
Match with our Pokemon bento goods! Gotta catch 'em all!
Start your journey to become a Pokémon master with this iconic chopsticks & spoon set that is perfect for when you're on the go! The case features a Pokéball colorway (white and red) with cute Pokémon characters printed on the lid. Open to discover black chopsticks and a yellow Pikachu spoon.


The first Athena Mastermind was a student-proposed project co-created with the support of Athena's entrepreneurship advisor in 2012. The mission was to support women entrepreneurs on campus by connecting them with entrepreneurial leaders in the community through a monthly Mastermind dinner. The Athena Center has retired our Mastermind program, but learn more about Alumnae Relations' Mastermind program HERE.
"I was blown away by the quality of the people and the conversations during our monthly meetings. The group of women was top-notch and the idea generation process was spectacular. I also appreciated the warmth that got created in the group. There was a sense of a "family in NY" a group where one could be intellectually and emotionally "naked" so to speak. The women were all encouraging of each other while good advice was often offered. I absolutely fell in love with the experience and I very much look forward to keeping in touch with everyone in the group! My career has been deeply impacted in many ways, most importantly I feel a renewed sense of courage to carry my science education ventures forward. I learnt practical ways of communicating my ideas and strategies for improving my business. This is probably one of the most useful things I did this year!"
"As a budding social entrepreneur, the Athena Mastermind Group pushed me to develop my personal brand as an emerging activist and thought leader. Based on Mastermind discussions, I acquired my domain name to create a personal website and improved my ability to not only communicate the value add of my initiatives but also tell my personal narrative as a change maker. Furthermore, the Athena Mastermind Group was invaluable in supporting me in my newest community organizing venture in West Harlem, which I rolled out halfway through our dinners. Through the group I got advice on pitching and structuring the project. The Mastermind also assisted me in navigating the tough decision of how to spend my summer as I decided between a White House Internship and a Columbia Community Impact Fellowship to work on my own social venture."
"I believe that I gained as much (if not more) from all the other ladies as they may have from me. We quickly became a closed-knit group that supported each other, challenged each other and carried each other through work and career ups and downs. Our meetings forced me to become accountable with my own work and the goals I set out in my business but go about doing this in a more compassionate way."
"My expectations were more than met. I found myself excited weeks before our meetings. I would definitely do it again, and plan to be in Mastermind groups in the future as a result of this experience."
"My expectations for the Athena Mastermind were not only met, they were exceded. Not only did I receive invaluable feedback and guidance on my own projects, the Mastermind gave me an inside look into the business strategies and personal philosophies of highly successful women who shared my motivation to build new things in the world. Quickly, I felt like the Mastermind became a net of support – a space to share successes and weather failures. Our mini-community was diverse but we all shared an entrepreneurial spirit that allowed us to bond and be honest. The experience was so fruitful that I plan to seek out or build similar Mastermind support systems throughout my life, to aid me as I engage in future decision making and venture creation."
"It's been a wonderful resource. Everyone is connected to so many different people, it has helped me make some amazing contacts for my business. It's also a good place to bounce ideas and really get some great feedback."
"The impact the Mastermind has had on both my business and my career is unquantifiable. Over the course of the year, the group has offered advice and kindness to get me through rough times and cheered with me as I celebrated the good times. At each dinner, I seemingly learned as much from the direct feedback I received regarding my own goals as I did from hearing about the hurdles faced and accomplishments won by each of my peers. For each of us, some dinners centered upon our businesses, our models, our financials, whereas others were about our selves, our thoughts, our ideas, our struggles and dreams. The conversation was always organic, the advice genuine, and the connections real."


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Sewage Is Being Turned Into Biofuel to Renewably Power Cars and Utilities
A carmaker and a water management company have teamed up for the Life+ Methamorphosis project, which generates biomethane from human wastewater.
By Glenn McDonald
Published on 3/22/2017 at 8:00 AM
Just in time for World Water Day, here's some news we can use: European industry leaders revealed details this week for an ambitious project that would turn city wastewater into usable fuel for vehicles and utilities.
The project, dubbed Life+ Methamorphosis, outlines procedures for extracting biomethane from wastewater processing plants in Spain. The technology itself isn't new, but the commitment to action is noteworthy. This isn't just an eco-friendly concept outline - it's a fully funded program that's already underway.
The initiative pivots on an unusual partnership between European car maker SEAT and Aqualia, a Spanish water management company. Aqualia is handling the first phase of the program by installing a prototype biogas converter facility at an existing municipal sewage treatment plant outside of Barcelona.
The conversion process works like this: Specially prepared bacteria is mixed in with organic solid waste, which transforms the waste into raw biomethane gas. All of this happens within an impressive piece of technology called an anaerobic membrane bioreactor.
The gas is then processed a second time in order to remove nitrogen, which can itself be harvested for other consumer uses. The biogas comes out the other end, as it were, in the form of compressed natural gas (CNG). The biogas can be used either directly in vehicles for transportation or it can be piped into any natural gas distribution network.
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That's where automaker SEAT comes in. To demonstrate the viability of the program, the car company will provide a fleet of CMG vehicles to be fueled up from the wastewater plant.
According to SEAT and Aqualia, a medium-sized treatment plant - like the one used in the prototype run - can convert around 10,000 cubic meters of water and generate 1,000 cubic meters of biomethane in a 24-hour period. That's enough to power 150 vehicles for more than 60 miles per day.
In one year, CNG vehicles could drive nearly 3 million miles with the biofuel obtained from a single wastewater plant. Someone at SEAT crunched the numbers and determined that it's enough to make six return trips to the moon. There's no word on CNG lunar missions at this time, but still - good to know.
It's all promising news, and the timing of the announcement is quite deliberate. March 22 is World Water Day, largely coordinated by the United Nations to address sustainable management of water resources around the world. The Methamorphosis project is being funded in part by the European Union's LIFE+ program, which promotes new policies and technologies regarding environmental protection and climate change.
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Our textile frames are flat packed and ready for international shipment. Would you like us to send the order directly to your customer? Blank shipping is automatically arranged with us. The addition of your own packing slip is also possible. Our various distribution partners (DHL Express, Bulstra Transport and own transport) gives us the abbility to deliver your order wherever and whenever you want.
Aluminum textile frames are possible in any size. Our frames are easy to assemble with the included accessories.
For each profile a comprehensive installsheet is available with a description of how to install. Before distributing our LED frames, the lenses and wiring with adapters will be pre-installed on the profile. Becasue of this, installation of Lightboxes is almost as simple as with our non-illuminated textile frames.
Together with you we work on the most suitable solution for your customer. Because of our large stock, fast delivery is possible. Be surprised by the many possibilities.


AUTHOR'S NOTE: I cannot believe that Regina would trust her heart to Robin Hood. Just a little mind ramble about that and what could have happened instead.
SPOILERS: Up to and including Season 3, Episode 16, It's Not Easy Being Green.
"Did he fall for it?"
Regina smiles as she shuts the apartment door and you know that Robin did. The fool. As if Regina would trust just anyone with something so precious.
"Of course he did. Would this face lie?" Regina purses her lips and strikes a pose, blinking innocently. As if.
You arch your eyebrow in response and wisely say nothing.
"Are you sure about this?" You ask her one last time; after all it is a big risk, for both of you. She takes a step closer and then another, stopping mere inches from you, deadly serious.
"Absolutely." Her fingers trail along your arm, sending a shiver along your skin, the tingle of magic and unspoken promises tickling there. Your eyes lock and time stands still.
You see it in her eyes, her defences dropped, her walls fallen like so much debris at your feet. She is naked before you and it is breathtaking. All her happy endings are in your hands, or will be.
"Do it, Emma." You barely hear her words; you are so lost in her gaze. And then you move against her, hand against her chest, pressing further, deeper into her very being. Her eyes widen at the intimate touch, her breath catching and holding. The tingle of magic sparks along your fingers and then you feel it, beating in time with your own.
You swallow hard and gently pull it, not wanting to hurt her. It's warm to the touch and fits in the palm of your hand easily. You delicately shift away and before you know it, you are staring at her heart in your hand.
A wave of emotion washes over you, and you feel like this is wrong, that you are once again a thief in the night. You glance up at Regina's dark eyes, not sure what to say but something must show in your eyes.
"Emma, you can't steal what has been freely given to you, my dear." Regina tips your chin up and smiles. "Now take what is already yours."
Her heart still beats, strong and steady, black murky patches covering the delicate surface, but the dark shadows are unable to hide the center glowing bright within. There is good inside, you knew it all along.
"I'll take good care of it, I swear." You look back up, your eyes lock once more, something passing between you. Something you're not quite ready to face yet. Something else you've known all along if you are honest with yourself.
"I know you will." Regina's large dark eyes speak volumes, faith, trust and something else lurking just behind that. "You're the saviour after all."
A moment passes and you just breathe, watching as she reaches out and places her hand on top of the heart in your hand.
"You're my saviour." Regina waits now, watching for your reaction, laying herself truly bare.
You smile and nod at the truth of her words.


This course is compulsory on the BSc in Econometrics and Mathematical Economics. This course is available on the BSc in Business Mathematics and Statistics, BSc in Economics, BSc in Economics with Economic History, BSc in Finance, BSc in Mathematics and Economics, BSc in Mathematics with Economics, BSc in Mathematics, Statistics, and Business, BSc in Philosophy and Economics, BSc in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, BSc in Politics and Economics, BSc in Statistics with Finance and MSc in Economics (2 Year Programme). This course is available with permission as an outside option to students on other programmes where regulations permit and to General Course students.
This course is a more advanced introduction to econometrics; it aims to present the theory and practice of empirical research in economics. Compared to EC220, in LT this course puts more emphasis on the underlying statistical theory and relies on the use of matrix algebra.
Additional help lectures 10 x 1 hour in the LT.
Exercises are provided each week and are discussed in the classes. (MT) Students are required to hand in written answers to the exercises for feedback. (LT) While students are expected to attempt the weekly problem sets before each class, students will receive formal feedback on 3 occasions.
J. W. Wooldridge Introductory Econometrics. A Modern Approach, 5th Edition, South-Western.
Further materials will be available on the Moodle website.
Other useful texts include: W. Greene, Econometric Analysis, 7th Edition, Pearson; J. Johnston and J. Dinardo, Econometric Methods, 4th Edition, McGraw-Hill; G.S. Maddala and K. Lahiri, Introduction to Econometrics, 4th Edition, John Wiley; J.H. Stock and M.W. Watson, Introduction to Econometrics, 3rd Edition, Pearson ; C. Heij et al., Econometric methods with Applications in Business and Economics, Oxford University Press.


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Delicious food and travel come together in desserts from around the world! One of the finest parts of travel is exposure to new regional food favorites. Even if a Eurotrip is not in your near future, trying dishes from around the world is one way to experience other countries and cultures from the comfort of your own kitchen. While ice cream, brownies, and patriotic berry pie are certainly enough to satisfy any sweet tooth, you must try these desserts from around the world at least once.
This egg-based pastry makes its way to American kitchens from Portugal. The outside is crispy and brown, and a creamy custard tops this dessert. Pastéis de Nata is perfect paired with decaf coffee after an evening meal.
If you want to create this Portuguese pastry in your own kitchen, get a muffin tin with 2 by 5/8 inch wells, and follow the recipe from Leites Culinaria.
Baklava's hometown is Istanbul, Turkey, although this dessert is enjoyed all over the world. Light and flaky, baklava is perfect if you want something sweet but not too heavy. Often filled with nuts, the layers of this pastry are held together by syrup or honey. Beware – this dessert can be messy to eat!
Check out Epicurious.com for the how-to!
Flan is a favorite Mexican dessert that has become popular in many other parts of the world. Although there are several variations of this tasty treat, flan typically has a pastry-like exterior with a sweet filling in the middle.
Read here for full details on making your own flan! Prep time is only 20 minutes, which makes this dessert an easy one for beginners.
Regardless if you ever visit Portugal, Turkey, or Mexico, you nevertheless will have enjoyed staples of their cuisine. Want more delicious dessert recipes? Check out The Food Network!
Are there any other international treats that you recommend? Comment below and let us know!
This entry was posted in Desserts, Featured, Food, Travel and tagged Baklava, dessert, desserts, featured, Flan, food, Pasteis de Nata on August 1, 2014 by Hannah S..
Let your inner leprechaun out by creating some of these fun recipes. If you're looking for a festive recipe to make with your kids, consider Rainbow Cupcakes. First, make a white cake mix according to package instructions. Then divide the cake batter between five bowls. Put a different color of food coloring into each bowl of batter. Spoon some of each colored batter into cupcake tins. Bake according to package directions. After the cupcakes have finished baking, they will look like the colors of the rainbow. Frost them with blue frosting. Pipe white frosting on top for clouds. Decorate them with Airhead Extremes Sour Belts for rainbows and Rolos for gold coins. Kids will love these colorful and creative cupcakes! If you want more fun recipes to make with your kids, subscribe to Yum for Kids. For a classic corned beef and cabbage dinner, combine 4 cups of water and 1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (most grocery stores carry the brisket around St. Patrick's Day) in a pressure cooker. Close cover tightly. Turn regulator knob to pressure and select high pressure. Cook for 45 minutes. Next, cut a head of cabbage into 8 wedges. Combine the cabbage with 2 chopped red potatoes and 1 can of chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add 4 chopped carrots and 1 chopped onion. Cover and simmer 20-25 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender; drain. Release pressure cooker according to manual instructions. Remove beef to a serving platter. Discard cooking liquid. Serve beef with cabbage, potatoes, carrots and onion. This recipe serves around 4-6. You can find more classic, traditional recipes like this one from Taste of Home.
Trying to add some Irish flare to your home? For an easy-to-make decoration sure to add extra St. Patrick's day charm to your household, use puffy paint to draw shamrocks and write sayings on Mason jars. Next, spray paint the jars green. Fill them with flowers or other decorations. You can also spray paint wooden blocks and stencil Irish sayings onto them. If you're hosting a party at your house, consider making a green yarn wreath to stick on the front door. You could also hang a horseshoe on the door. For more simple ideas like this one, consider a subscription to Real Simple. The magazine is filled with easy decorating, craft, and recipe ideas designed to simplify life for today's busy women.
If you have young children, make finger paint rainbows with them! To complete the craft, you will need white and black construction paper, rainbow paints, glue, scissors, and gold glitter glue. Start by cutting a black "pot of gold" out of the black construction paper. Glue it onto the bottom corner of a piece of white construction paper. Then, have your child dip their pointer finger into one of the paints. Starting at the pot, make an arch across the rest of the page. Continue making arches with different colors, wiping off their finger before switching to a new color. After you've finished the rainbow, use the gold glitter glue to decorate the "pot of gold." For a fun craft to give their teachers or friends, put a layer of gold-foil wrapped chocolate coins on the bottom of a Mason jar. Top the coins with a row of blue skittles, then a row of green skittles, then a row of yellow skittles, then a row of orange skittles, then a row of red skittles. Put some miniature marshmallows on top for clouds. Tie a gold ribbon around the lid. This is a cute, creative, and simple craft idea! For more details like this one, subscribe to Decorating Digest Craft & Home Projects.
This entry was posted in Home & Lifestyle and tagged decorationsr, featured, food, games, recipe, St. Patrick's Day on March 14, 2014 by rbell.
A boat sails into Edenton Harbor.
Guest blogger and frequent visitor Emily McMackin reveals what makes Edenton one of America's prettiest small towns, along with its can't-miss sights, shopping and cuisine.
Everyone needs a hideaway. A place you discover all on your own and find yourself wanting to return to as often as possible. For me, that place is Edenton, N.C.
I first came to Edenton on a work trip. My job as a magazine editor often takes me places I would have never visited otherwise — and that's what brought me to this town of 5,000 near North Carolina's Outer Banks.
A few weeks before my visit, Edenton was named one of "America's Prettiest Small Towns" by Forbes magazine — and it was obvious why. The first time I turned down North Broad Street, the town's main thoroughfare, I felt like I was crossing into another time.
Lush oaks, elms, sycamores and magnolias towered above the road like a canopy, draping columned homes in curtains of green. Crepe myrtles colored yards in rainbows of pink and filled the air with fragrance.
Nearly every house had a spacious front porch with a swing and an American flag fluttering in the breeze. I was tempted to trespass just so I could sit on one for a little while.
Right away, I was captivated by Edenton's storybook beauty, but I soon discovered more about this town that I loved. Here are three reasons I keep coming back and why you are sure to fall in love with it, too.
Grand historic homes line North Broad Street, Edenton's main thoroughfare.
Edenton folks are natural-born storytellers, but perhaps that's because they live in a place so rich in history. Established in 1712, this waterfront town is the second oldest in North Carolina and served as its first Colonial capital until 1743.
Almost every street has a historical marker, including two for National Historic Landmarks. Downtown is full of restored homes spanning two centuries and showcasing a range of architecture, including Jacobean, Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival and Victorian styles.
Chowan County Courthouse: Built in 1787 with funds raised by Declaration of Independence signer Joseph Hewes, this Colonial courthouse is the most intact one left.
Cupola House: Constructed in 1758 for one of the royal governor's agents, the home is known for its gardens, modeled after their original 1769 layout.
Barker House: This mansion was home to Penelope Barker, leader of the Edenton Tea Party, America's earliest group of female political activists (a teacup-themed memorial to the ladies can be viewed nearby). From rockers on the back porch, tourists can admire watercolor reflections of historic homes across Edenton Bay.
Edenton Harbor: Part of the Maritime Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Trail, Edenton's Harbor on the Albemarle Sound has a deep history. Visitors can walk the docks where Edenton native Harriet Jacobs, whose Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl memoir documented her harsh treatment as a slave, secretly boarded a boat bound for Philadelphia and sailed to freedom in 1842.
Spend the evening at The Pack House Inn and enjoy a breakfast of blueberry pancakes the next morning.
If you love bed and breakfasts, Edenton is for you. Innkeepers are famous for their attentiveness. One of my hosts got up before sunrise to brew coffee and put out sweet bread for me when I left early one morning to catch a flight.
Granville Queen Inn Bed and Breakfast: Guest chambers in this turn-of-the-century Victorian house come with antiques, crystal chandeliers, fireplaces and private balconies. Don't miss rocking on the grand front porch or breakfast in the plantation room, where delicacies like poached pears, crepes, sausage puffs and frozen amaretto cream baskets of mixed berries are served.
The Pack House Inn: Given the best innkeepers award by Bed and Breakfast Directory, this 1915 tobacco packing house includes period furnishings, canopy beds, fluffy bathrobes and a kitchen stocked with an endless supply of homemade treats. Guests receive a chilled bottle of Chardonnay upon arrival and can choose between blueberry pancakes or egg souffle for breakfast, with sides of home fries, grits, sausage links and fruit cocktail.
Turn back time with a visit to the Downtown Cafe & Soda Shoppe and order a milkshake, sundae or float.
Waterman's Grill: Savor the finest Carolina cuisine — crab cakes, seasoned shrimp, stewed tomatoes and corn pudding — in a candlelit yet casual setting. Have a glass of muscadine wine and save room for pineapple upside-down cake!
Downtown Cafe & Soda Shoppe: Scoot a red patent leather stool up to this old-fashioned soda fountain and enjoy a sundae, milkshake or float in this former pharmacy-turned-cafe.
Edenton Coffeehouse Bakery & Cafe: Linger over a used book and a latte, smoothie or frappuccino at this coffee bar and its adjoining bookstore (appropriately named The Garden of Good Readin'). The cafe bakes its own biscotti and has daily soup and sandwich specials. My recommendation? Try the apple chicken salad.
Edenton Bay Trading Company: This bayside shop sells everything from sea salt truffles and Carolina wines to coffee-table books, handmade jewelry and beachy collectibles. I bought my souvenir there — a shell box with red velvet lining. Every time I look at it, it reminds me of Edenton and all its hidden gems.
Visit for yourself to see what treasures you can uncover in one of America's prettiest small towns!
For even more visuals or to create a travel board for your trip to Edenton, check out our latest Pinterest board featuring Emily's picks!
This entry was posted in Home & Lifestyle and tagged Barker House, Chowan County Courthouse, Cupola House, Edenton, featured, feedfeature1, food, Granville Queen Inn Bed and Breakfast, history, lists, North Carolina, shopping, The Pack House Inn, tourism, Waterman's Grill on August 19, 2012 by Emily McMackin.
When you think of summer entertaining, don't think you suddenly need to transform yourself into a gourmet chef to make your get-together a culinary success. Pay attention to just a few simple details and you can add just enough flair to dress up any party—whether it's planned in a few weeks—or just a few hours—in advance!
Whether you've got a from-scratch meal on the menu or you're relying on store-bought hors d'oeuvres, incorporating any of these elements will instantly add that little something extra that will make your guests feel welcome and special in your own seductive home. After all, they are the most important ingredients to any party!
Add color and healthy finger foods to your table by serving trays of fruits and veggies. Be sure to mix in something exotic like kiwis or pomegranates in with peaches, pineapple or strawberries! For a cold treat, you can also freeze raspberries, grapes and strawberries and use them as ice cubes in refreshing beverages!
Nothing dresses up a table like a cheese plate—and nothing is easier to prepare. In fact, this party-ready purchase will just about serve itself! For a very chic touch, add garnish with red and green seedless grapes.
On their own, olives instantly lend a little luxury to any party spread. There's plenty of options out there, but opt for ones stuffed with delicacies like jalapeños and blue cheese for extra decadence! In my opinion, the spicier the better!
Banish the blah from your table by opting for dips and salsas a step above everyday standbys. Think a chipotle ranch rather than just ranch or a salsa flavored with hints of summery mango or pineapple.
Even if you don't feel comfortable in the kitchen, you can impress your guests with an assortment of thaw-and-bake treats. Provide decadent garnishes or dips and serve on a great platter.
Forget boring white or solid color napkins. Opt for funky patterns or fun sayings to add a little personality to your party—and maybe even get the conversation going!
Whether it's mini pizzas, tacos or ice cream cones, allow your guests to express their personalities on their plates. They'll love the personal touch, and providing lots of options and toppings is simple!
Presentation is everything! Even if you whip up something at the last minute, you can make it look gourmet by serving it on a beautiful platter or in some other unique way, like serving fruit in a scooped out melon or fill colorful peppers with dips.
Remember that you set the tone for your get-together. It's your party, from what you wear to what you serve. Be the hostess with the mostess, always let your guests know what the attire is and the type of vibe you are going for in advance.
This entry was posted in Home & Lifestyle and tagged entertaining, featured, food on July 2, 2012 by Moll Anderson.