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Top 10 Places to Visit in Barcelona
Barcelona is the beautiful capital city of Catalonia and also its largest city. Its incredible architecture, most of which were designed by the great Antoni Gaudí, is what draws millions of tourists to the city. If the architecture doesn't tickle your fancy, there's plenty of other top-rated attractions to explore from museums, parks to lovely beaches.
1. La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is to Barcelona what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, it's a must-visit anytime you go to Barcelona. The Sagrada Familia is a large unfinished church designed by Antoni Gaudí. Its construction commenced in 1882 and it's currently still under construction. Upon completion in 2026, it's expected to be the world's tallest church. The cathedral primarily features gothic style elements but also embodies different design styles that give it a unique yet eye-catching look. It's no surprise that the beauty of La Sagrada Familia is what attracts tourists as the blend between the old and new architectural styles is a sight to behold.
2. Casa Batlló
Casa Battló is another amazing building to add to Antoni Gaudí's long list of impressive creations. This UNESCO-listed masterpiece is located in the heart of Barcelona, locally called Casa dels ossos meaning house of bones attributed to the house's skeletal exterior. Casa Battló was initially designed to be a private residence for Josep Battló i. It's enveloped in pieces of glass with vibrant colours that often change, stunning tiles along with its skeletal balconies and boney windows making it a spectacular sight. Be sure to arrive early to skip the long queues.
3. La Rambla
Often referred to as the social hub of Barcelona, La Rambla is a street in central Barcelona that's about 1.2 km long. This bustling pedestrian street lined with trees, connects Plaça de Catalunya and Port Vell. It's a relatively long street but along the way you'll find a lot of restaurants, cafes, street performers and shops. La Rambla tends to have many people some of them being pickpocketers so make sure you watch your valuables while there. It's among the most famous streets and in some ways it's similar to Champs-Elysees, Oxford Street and Istiklal Caddesi.
4. Park Güell
This public park in Barcelona is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was designed by Antoni Gaudí and built from 1900 to 1914, then officially opened in 1926. Park Güell covers 42 acres and has one long wavy stone bench decorated with beautiful mosaics and breathtaking views of the ocean. The park is favored with wonderful picnic areas and terraces that display incredible views of the city and the sea. Further, in the park you'll see Casa Museu Gaudí, the place where Gaudí lived and get an insight into his life and work. There are parts of the park that are free while other parts require you to pay to access.
5. Casa Milà
Also known as La Pedrera meaning The Stone Quarry, Casa Milà was constructed between 1906 and 1912 and was the last private residence that Antoni Gaudí designed. The building was commisioned by Pere Milà and his wife but today it's a cultural centre. Casa Milà is a fascinating building characterised by it's unique curved stone facade, twisting wrought iron balconies and a roof adorned with chimneys of different designs. If you're a fan of Antoni Gaudí's work or even just a lover of architecture, then this building is a must-see.
6. Picasso Museum
Picasso Museum or Museu Picasso offers a change of scenery from Antoni Gaudí's works of art. The museum is spread over 5 palaces that showcase 4,251 works by Picasso. Additionally, the museum displays the art in chronological order allowing you to see the progression from his early art work to what he did in his later years. Despite having most of his art in this museum, some of his famous paintings are in other cities like The Weeping Woman is in London's Tate Modern while Guernica can be seen in Madrid's Reina Sofia. The museum receives plenty of visitors and tourists are advised to purchase tickets prior or come early to skip the long lines.
7. Gothic Quarter
The Gothic Quarter or Barri Gòtic is the most ancient quarter in the city that stretches from La Rambla to Via Laietana and from the Mediterranean seafront to the Ronda de Sant Pere. There are plenty of beautiful medieval-era architecture, ancient churches, museums, plazas and food spots. Note that the streets are very narrow so you'll have to explore them on foot. Unmissable places in the Gothic Quarter are Plaça del Rei, Cathedral of Barcelona and Picasso Museum,
8. Casa Vicens Gaudí
Considered to be architect Gaudí's first major project, Casa Vicens was constructed between 1883 and 1885 in the Gràcia neighbourhood of Barcelona. The house is built in the Neo-Mudejar architectural style and was used as a summer house for the Vicens family. Over the years, it has experienced a number of modifications and in 2014, Casa Vicens was converted to a museum. Tourists are now able to explore its unique yet attractive architecture and tour the rooms Gaudí strived to preserve and restore. In 2005, it became a Unesco World Heritage site due to its unparalleled beauty and elegance.
9. Barceloneta Beach
Barcelona bordering the Mediterranean sea means there's a break from the city's art and architecture. The city's 2 main beaches are La Barceloneta and Platja de la Nova Icària and are divided by the Port Olimpic harbor. La Barceloneta is the most visited of the pair, popular for its vibrant atmosphere and lovely blue water. It's very easy to reach meaning it tends to get very crowded but tourists are impressed with how clean it is despite having the large crowds. The beach is also lined with cafes, bars and vendors.
10. Montjuïc
Montjuïc is a hill with fascinating historical attractions at it's relatively flat top. The atttractions you'll spot at the summit are Montjuïc castle, National Catalonian Arts Museum, the old grounds for the 1992 Olympic Games, and the Poble Espanyol Museum. Montjuic castle was built to be a military fortress, later served as a prison and military base but today it's a public museum. Nearby there's the Montjuic magic fountain that showcases fountain and light shows at night. Poble Espanyol or Spanish Village is an open air museum that will give you an insight into Spain's history.
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Wedding season is upon us and today is all about what I would wear, wedding edition! Here are four great dress options and a couple fun alternatives if dresses aren't your thing. Wedding season can be kind of crazy with all of the expenses that are involved even for the guests. After gifts, flights, hotels, etc. the last thing you want to worry about is what to wear to the event. Most of the options below are under $150 and can work for so many events (think bridal showers, graduations, garden parties, etc.) that the price per wear goes way down.
I love the floral pattern on this pleated halter dress. I also like how the pattern is more concentrated at the top and gets broader at the bottom. Be sure that whatever dress you choose, it isn't white, or mostly white. You definitely don't want to upstage the bride.
This is a similar option to the first dress but leaves you a lot of room for wedding cake! The best part is that it's only $46! That's right, 46 DOLLARS! Talk about getting your money's worth.
Something about this dress instantly drew my attention. I think the palm print is perfect for a tropical wedding, a south Florida wedding, or a southern California wedding. The kelly green color would look great on all of you brunettes.
This lace overlay lavender ombre dress reminds me of my lace obsession during the holidays, but it's refreshed for spring. It's such a tailored cut, but the coloring of the dress makes it young and fun. Be sure to check what color the bridesmaids are wearing before wearing a dress like this. You don't want to upstage the bridesmaids or be mistaken for a bridesmaid if you aren't one.
And now a couple alternatives to dresses if you want to really shake things up, or if the wedding you're attending is a chic city affair.
I love the look of this tailored jumpsuit. You have to click the link to see the details at the shoulders. I would definitely warn you to try this on before committing in case the length or fit is off. The great news is that Nordstrom always has free returns and free shipping, so it's a win-win.
If you love the idea of a jumpsuit but want something a little more forgiving, this is a great option. Lots of room, but still totally polished looking.
Which option is your favorite? How many weddings do you have coming up this wedding season? Let me know in the comments below!
This week is all about weddings! I will be traveling to be the maid of honor at my best friend's wedding next week, so I've got weddings on the brain. Today's post is a quick round up of some awesome bridal shower themes. If you're looking for something a little different, look no further than these five great ideas from fellow bloggers.
There are some classic bridal shower themes like a bridal shower brunch, that never really go out of style. Then there are some very on trend ideas that are all the rage right now, I'm talking about you Kate Spade themed bridal shower. But sometimes, doing something a little different is refreshing and might be a better fit for the bride's personality and interests. Here are five great options!
I love the bright and happy vibe that this stock the kitchen themed bridal shower has. The colors are great and used throughout the entire party. Placing flower arrangements in kitchen appliances is pure genius! I also loved having the guests provide the bride with a recipe to start her collection. This is a great theme for the bride that loves to cook or even maybe just needs some help in the kitchen.
This theme is definitely for the more whimsical bride. Who doesn't love the idea of some seaside inspiration and mythical sea creatures to celebrate your nuptials? I love the color scheme, dessert table, and the way that the host worked in the mermaid theme without being too over the top. Using ocean themed vases, platters, and cookies is a great way to bring the sea and it's mermaids inside.
This bridal shower is just so pretty. Complete with a tower of macaroons, champagne, and candelabras it screams french. This is a great option if your bride loves all things french or if the couple plan to honeymoon in Paris. I especially love the balloon photo backdrop. What a great, inexpensive way to make a big impact and have a place to take awesome pictures!
What a great idea for the bride that loves fashion and shopping. Set up your own little boutique bridal shower. Ask guests to bring clothing and accessories they no longer have a need for and then provide bags so everyone can shop and swap! How fun?! Be sure to display all the items so the guests can easily pick up and try things on. You'll also want to set up several mirrors and maybe a changing station.
I think this could be such a fun early morning bridal shower idea. I couldn't find any real parties that used this theme, but there are a ton of ways to make it happen. Obviously, you'll need a lot of donuts, and I love the idea of using these cupcake toppers in the donuts to tie into the theme. So many donut shops are now doing really off the wall flavor combinations which would be fun to incorporate into the donut menu. You could also provide other types of donuts like churros, malasadas, and cronuts. To round out the menu, you don't just want to eat donuts, or maybe you do, try having some lighter options as well like fruit, a yogurt parfait station, and quiche. Mimosas make the perfect beverage for this bridal shower.
To get your guests involved with the theme purchase large fake diamond rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets to have the guests adorn themselves with when they arrive. Carry the theme throughout the party with glittery gold and silver decor with pops of bight colors, like donut sprinkles. It could be such a fun idea, and now I want to throw this party! Or do I just want donuts?
There are so many fun ways to really tailor a bridal shower to the brides tastes and even more fun ways to incorporate the theme. Which of these five bridal showers is your favorite? Do you want to eat a lot of donuts now? I do! Stay tuned this week for more wedding related posts!
It's GIVEAWAY day! Time to get your FREE printable party pack because you all worked so hard to get my Facebook page to 200 likes! Thanks so much for helping me. You even surpassed my goal and we now have 209 likes! Now let's see how fast we can get to 300!!
I've made three fun things for you to celebrate with, a printable banner, food labels, and drink labels. All you have to do is click the link below to download whatever printables you need, then print them onto cardstock or your paper of choice, cut them out, and they are ready to go. I'll show you how I put them to use below, but they would make great additions for a baby shower, graduation party, or housewarming party too. The options are endless, because they are so interchangeable.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR PRINTABLE PARTY PACK I set up my bar as a little dessert display and used the printables to say "Bravo" for a job well done with my Facebook challenge. I printed out the banner, drink and food labels, then used a scrap piece of wrapping paper and tissue paper poms to set up this little black, white, and pink celebration. It only took me a few minutes to get it all set up, which just goes to show that you don't need to spend a ton of time to make your party festive.
I used the food labels in some cute vanilla cupcakes, but they would also work for so many other things. You could use them as skewers for meatballs, or add the labels to the end of a kabob with grilled veggies or a caprese salad.
To make the food labels just add the labels to some wooden skewers with a little washi tape. To keep with the color scheme I used some striped pink washi tape.
How cute are these "Sip, Sip, Hooray!" drink labels? Here I used them on the bottom of champagne flutes, but you could also use them as labels on straws, or add your guests' names to the back of the labels.
I printed these labels out on regular computer paper so it was easier to wrap the paper around the glass stem. To attach them, again I just used a little bit of washi tape to hold the paper in place after wrapping it around the stem.
For the banner, you can download whatever combinations of letters you need, print, cut, then punch a couple holes in the top to string them up. I love using thin twine for stringing banners, it just works so well and typically blends right in so you don't even notice it. To temporarily attach the banner to my wall, I used some poster putty. Just be sure to use enough putty for the weight of your banner so it doesn't fall down in the middle of your party.
I had to get a close up of this cake because it is just too pretty not to share! I guess depending on how you look at it, being a party blogger is kind of rough because I almost always have cake and champagne in my house, and I'm not going to let it go to waste! Luckily, this weekend I'm celebrating a friend's milestone birthday, so we will put this cake to use!
There are so many uses for this versatile party pack, use it for a birthday party, welcome home sign, or even for a Mother's Day brunch. Guys, if you're reading, your wife, mom, lady in your life will be so impressed that you took the extra few minutes to make Mother's Day (it's this Sunday!) even more special by stringing up an "I love you Mom" banner, or plopping an "Enjoy" food label into her pancakes. You'll totally score some extra brownie points.
Also, don't forget to go to my Rodan and Fields website to complete the solution tool to figure out what your skin needs and be entered into a drawing for a mini facial! Today is the last day to do so. Be sure to enter your email address in so the results will be sent directly to your email. It only takes a few minutes, promise!
Have a great weekend, enjoy Mother's Day, the Kentucky Derby, and anything else you plan to celebrate! Be sure to come back next week for the final reveal of my shared office and playroom in the One Room Challenge, I'll be working to finish it up this weekend!


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Kaspars Znotiņš (born 7 October 1975) is a Latvian stage and film actor.

Born in Jelgava, Latvia, Znotiņš began his career working on the New Riga Theatre, and has performed in stage productions at the  Latvian National Theatre and Daile Theatre. Znotiņš has also appeared in a number of Latvian films, such as the 2010 Gatis Šmits-directed comedy-drama Return of Sergeant Lapins. In 2010, he won the Season Award (Latvian: Spēlmaņu nakts), an annual award bestowed upon to the best Latvian dramatic stage actor by the Latvian Theatre Union (LTDS) for his role in Ziedonis un visums (Ziedonis and the Universe). In 2017, he won the Lielais Kristaps Award for Best Actor for his role as Francis in the  Aik Karapetian directed crime-drama film Pirmdzimtais (English: Forstborn).

Znotiņš is married and the father of four children – Emīls, Rūta, Krišs and Zīle.

Filmography

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External links

 Jaunais Rīgas Teātris

1975 births
Living people
People from Jelgava
Latvian male film actors
Latvian male stage actors
Lielais Kristaps Award winners
20th-century Latvian male actors
21st-century Latvian male actors
Latvian Academy of Culture alumni

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DODMERB CONSULTANTS: Guiding you through the medical qualification process.
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Powa Technologies has announced it has sealed partnerships with many of the world's leading POS resellers, accelerating global access to next generation payments solutions. Also Powa Technolgies has announced the completion of its Alpha programme and the rollout of its advanced PowaPOS Software Developer Programme to independent software vendors globally.
The PowaPOS Software Developer Programme features the PowaPOS SDK and online Developer Portal which will simplify app integration with PowaPOS point-of-sale hardware and services.
"Our customers simply love the PowaPOS T-Series. The developer programme is a powerful tool for us to enable a wide array of vertical market applications and value added services for merchants," added Adeline Phua, VP Infocomm, Payment Solutions, Nera Telecommunications, a leading systems integrator across Asia Pacific.


"If we don't act, we could lose populations of bird species like our tree-hole nesting orange-fronted parakeet and mohua, and bats, which are so vulnerable to rat plagues.
This work is carefully targeted to sustain the most vulnerable populations of kiwi, kākā, kōkako, kea, whio/blue duck, mohua/yellowhead, kākāraki/orange-fronted parakeet, rock wren/tuke, long and short tailed bats/pekapeka, native frogs and Powelliphanta snails.
Priority sites for predator control include Kahurangi, Abel Tasman, Arthur's Pass, Westland, Mt Aspiring and Fiordland national parks, the Catlins and Whirinaki. The programme includes more than 66,000 ha of trapping with the remainder (more than 900,000 ha) aerial 1080 operations.
DOC has been consulting with iwi partners, regional councils and other pest control agencies, community groups and neighbouring landowners in recent months as part of its planning.


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RUDN launches the first joint programs with Brazilian universities in the framework of the BRICS Network University
RUDN has signed joint master's degree programs with leading Brazilian universities - the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Belo Horizonte and the Federal University of Flumenense in Rio de Janeiro. Negotiations started during the visit of RUDN delegation headed by Larisa Efremova, Vice-Rector of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia in September 2018.
The signed agreements are the first example of the master programs of the BRICS Network University. The initiator and organizer of joint training of Russian and Brazilian students was the Faculty of Economics of the RUDN University and the Department of Marketing. Head of Marketing Department Professor Alexander Zobov said:
"Agreements with Brazilian universities imply training students for the Master's program "International marketing", implemented by the department in English for more than 7 years. Brazilian students will be able to study at RUDN under this program from one semester to one year. The same principle works for Russian students in Brazilian universities on the same master's programs. We were able to harmonize curricula with Brazilian partners, which means that students participating in the programs have the opportunity to receive two degrees - RUDN and one of the Brazilian universities."
TOP-200 - "Modern Languages", TOP-300 - "Linguistics": RUDN enters the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019
Digital technologies working for tourism: RUDN students present a draft tourist card of the guest in the Moscow region
The first QS Subject Focus Summit "Languages and Migration in the Context of Globalization" held at RUDN University
December 15, on the basis of RUDN University, the first QS subject summit in the areas of "Modern Languages" and "Linguistics" started. The topic of the QS Subject Focus Summit is "Languages and Migration in the Context of Globalization".
First-hand: more than 1,000 schoolchildren of resource centers at the exhibition "Time to Study in Russia"
During the first hour of work, 1,000 schoolchildren from resource centers in Mongolia, Syria, Turkey, Bulgaria, Tajikistan, Moldova and Kyrgyzstan visited the online exhibition "Time to Study in Russia". On December 17, the online opening of the exhibition took place at RUDN University site.
RUDN University opens a Resource Center at the Al-Asseya school, Syria
November 12, a delegation of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science and Larisa Efremova, Vice-Rector for International Affairs of RUDN University, opened the Resource Center for Russian Education on the basis of the private school "Al-Asseya" in Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic.


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Bebo on Pune Police's Covid-19 campaign
Kareena Kapoor Khan was impressed with the Covid-19 awareness campaign initiated by the Pune Police. The clip featured a cop singing Raj Kapoor's iconic song 'Aye Bhai Zara Dekh Ke Chalo' but with twisted lyrics. Sharing the video on Instagram, the actress applauded the Pune city police and wrote, "Brilliant video!"
Pandit Birju Maharaj passes away at 83
Living legend of Kathak, Birju Maharaj, who had been diagnosed with kidney disease a few days ago and put on dialysis, died at his home late on Sunday. He was 83.
Katrina-Vicky's priceless marital pictures
Tollywood divas pull off wide-legged pants
Take a look at pictures of Tollywood actresses looking jaw-droppingly gorgeous in wide-legged pants
Slight improvement in Lata Ji's condition
It has been a week since legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar was admitted to the hospital after she tested positive for COVID-19. She continues to remain in the ICU at Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai and is under treatment by Associate Professor Dr Pratit Samdani and his team.
Suhana has the sweetest b'day wish for Alia
Shah Rukh Khan's daughter, star kid, and aspiring actress Suhana Khan often shares special moments and snippets from her everyday life for which she enjoys a massive fan following.
M-Town actresses who set style goals
M-Town actresses who set unbeatable style goals
Akshay spends quality time with Nitara
Akshay Kumar along with his family have treated themselves to a vacation at the Ranthambore National Park. Having said that, the actor recently shared an endearing video of himself along with his daughter from the trip.
Celebs who stunned in pink bikinis
T'wood celebs opted for bright festive wear
Take a look at pictures of Tollywood actors of how they celebrated Lohri, Bhogi, Sankranthi and Pongal this year
Lata Di is stable: Spokesperson
Earlier in the day, it was reported that legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's health had deteriorated at Breach Candy Hospital, where she was admitted on January 8, Saturday owing to her battle with COVID and pneumonia.
Dia enjoys sunset with Vaibhav
Away from the frenetic pace and chaos of everyday life, Bollywood actress Dia Mirza along with husband Vaibhav Rekhi treated themselves with a happy escape by enjoying a quiet sunset together
Kiara wishes Sidharth with a romantic pic
Kiara Advani has wished her rumoured boyfriend Sidharth Malhotra on his birthday. She took to her Instagram story and shared a mushy picture from their hit film 'Shershaah'.
Varun & Kiara to reunite for Nitesh's next
Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani are all set to be seen together for the first time in 'Jug Jugg Jeeyo'. The duo has completed shooting for the film and waiting for its release. According to the latest reports, they have reunited for their next project.
Asha: Puja being done for Lata Ji's recovery
About an hour ago, we have been hearing that Lata Mangeshkar has deteriorated at Breach Candy Hospital, where she was admitted on January 8, Saturday. The legendary singer has been down with Covid and pneumonia both.
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Lata Mangeshkar's condition improving: Tope
The 92-year-old singer tested positive for coronavirus with mild symptoms and was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Breach Candy Hospital in south Mumbai last week.
Kiara Advani's stunning beach looks
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In conversation with ETimes, Shabana Azmi reminisces about dear father Kaifi Azmi, who spent his last years serving his beloved village Mijwan but carried the world within him…
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package ist.meic.pa.tests;

import java.util.*;
import ist.meic.pa.GenericFunctions.*;

public class TestA {

	public static void main(String args[]) {

		final GenericFunction add = new GenericFunction("add");

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(Integer a, Integer b) {
				return a + b;
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(Object[] a, Object[] b) {
				Object[] r = new Object[a.length];
				for (int i = 0; i < a.length; i++) {
					r[i] = add.call(a[i], b[i]);
				}
				return r;
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(Object[] a, Object b) {
				Object[] ba = new Object[a.length];
				Arrays.fill(ba, b);
				return add.call(a, ba);
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(Object a, Object b[]) {
				Object[] aa = new Object[b.length];
				Arrays.fill(aa, a);
				return add.call(aa, b);
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(String a, Object b) {
				return add.call(Integer.decode(a), b);
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(Object a, String b) {
				return add.call(a, Integer.decode(b));
			}});

		add.addMethod(new GFMethod() {
			Object call(List b, Object[] a) {
				return add.call(a, b.toArray());
			}});

		println(add.call(new Object[] { 1, 2 }, 3));
		println(add.call(1, new Object[][] { { 1, 2 }, { 3, 4 } }));
		println(add.call("12", "34"));
		println(add.call(new Object[] { "123", "4" }, 5));
		println(add.call(Arrays.asList(4, 5, 6), new Object[] { 1, 2, 3 }));

	}

	public static void println(Object obj) {

		if (obj instanceof Object[]) {
			System.err.println(Arrays.deepToString((Object[])obj));
		} else {
			System.err.println(obj);
		}
	}
}

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Students did not immediately recognize a map of the world, nor of Nepal's situation between India and China. They were quick to pick up on the geometry involved in the geographic coordinate system, which I explained as a more accurate and precise way to locate places remote from the viewer. The students seemed to appreciate the necessity of maps, but struggled somewhat with the process of drawing them. I showed them how objects on a map are depicted from a bird's eye view, but even then many still drew the school compound in profile. To better explain the situation, I asked Aarti to sketch a picture of me standing face-to-face, and then walked down the stairs and stood beneath the balcony of the school where we held our class. Aarti demonstrated how my image had changed as a result of this top-down perspective, and the students seemed then to conceptualize the issue more clearly.
The students were incredibly enthusiastic about Google Earth. We asked them to use the pan and zoom tools to seek out Sahilitar, and then activated the geographic coordinate graticule. I believe this demonstrated the concept of latitude and longitude more clearly, but even so, many students continued to seek out their village by relative location (near x village or y city) rather than by the precise coordinates we had provided them with on Sunday. In hindsight it may have been unreasonable to expect the students to find Sahilitar via coordinates when confronted with such visually appealing images for the first time. It was encouraging to see them identifying geographic features from a bird's eye perspective.
On Tuesday, some of the students needed a refresher course on latitude and longitude, but they understood the basics of cartography. The children were able to quickly redraw in bird's-eye perspective a profile view of a cluster of buildings. When asked the easiest way to view all of their community, they responded that looking down on it from a mountaintop would provide the most complete perspective, and appreciated that their community would appear distorted from this vantage. None of them intuitively grasped the concept of GPS mapping, as there is no word in Nepali for "satellite." I gradually guided them through an abridged history of remote sensing, indicating that mountain-views gave way to mapping via aerial photography with cameras attached to birds, kites, planes, and satellites (this required a lengthier explanation by the translator). To describe how our GPS devices could receive satellite signals, I used the analogy of sea floor mapping with coils of rope, which most of them could understand without much difficulty. I indicated that satellite signals reach closer geographic points more swiftly than distant points, just as sound waves ("shouting") reach nearer locations more swiftly than remote locations. The GPS reads these waves from several satellites to determine its location. We split the students into two groups, each equipped with a mobile GPS, and recorded the locations of 5 buildings. The students were excited by the exercise, and appeared disappointed when we ended the class without mapping the coordinates.
On Wednesday, we began by mapping on the whiteboard the coordinates that we had recorded the previous day. We did not use google earth because we had no access to power, and because at that point the students seemed to grasp the concepts more easily when we drew them by hand. Some excelled at locating the appropriate place for the coordinates within the decimal degree grid we drew. The students from groups one and two pinpointed their coordinates on the graph, and found that their locations were almost identical. Our translator explained that what little variation remained probably owed to slight differences in the student's placement as they used the two GPS devices, and to cloud interference with the satellite signals. Afterwards, we asked the students to make certain conclusions about their real community based on the graphical representation (i.e. which direction is x building from y building?), and to our satisfaction they performed this task easily.
On Thursday, we requested that the students enter their coordinates on Google Earth, and to draw polygons and lines to represent buildings and roads, respectively. The head of the Peace Innovation program then organized a video conference call with researchers from Kathmandu Living Labs, who explained OSM to the students in Nepali, and excited them about mapping. We returned to Google Earth and did some more digitizing in preparation for work on OSM. We showed the students how to calculate the distance of paths drawn in Google Earth, and used the "time warp" Landsat imagery from 2009 to identify buildings that had been constructed in the last 5 years. Finally, we conveyed that any maps drawn in OSM (made with a similar procedure to Google Earth) would be available to the entire world, and would essentially be the Internet face of Sahilitar. They seemed to appreciate the gravity of the situation and to enjoy the responsibility.Unfortunately, issues with the internet connection prevented us from immediately transitioning to work on OSM.
To complete the project, Peace Innovation labs intends to train a local schoolteacher how to use the online program in late August. Aarti and I did not teach the students GIS, and do not recommend that PIL attempt to do so in the near future; it requires higher computer literacy and we feel that it is not a relevant tool for students at this stage in their studies. Peace Innovation has identified promising youths and will connect them to various opportunities with organizations like Kathmandu Living Labs and ICIMOD, which are already conducting the type of trainings and research that I hope KU School of Arts will soon pursue. Through this procedure, Peace Innovation Labs and similar groups can diffuse technical skills and knowledge from the Kathmandu Valley to the rural majority of the country.
Hey Peter! This seems to have been an incredibly rewarding week! I really enjoyed reading about how you tailored your lessons for your young audience, while also managing to employ complex technologies and complete your work in a sometimes-uncooperative environment. With you back on campus, I look forward to swapping stories with you in the near future!


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Q: Check if key exists in nested object Before any one sais Object.keys, that may not work here. Please read on before voting to close or commenting.
Consider the following object and the value being passed in:

As you can see I have a key, which doesn't exist in this object. But the intention is that the key being passed in might exist some where in this object and if it does I want to return the value of the hide.
So an example would be something like:
// Pseudo code, `object` is the object in the screen shot.
if (object.hasKey('date_of_visit')) {
  return object.find('date_of_visit').hide
}

Everything I have ever found on stack and the webs is "find the key by the value." I do not have the value, I just have a potential key. I have looked at lodash and underscore and a bunch of stack questions but have found nothing.
Any ideas or help would be greatly appreciated. The object nesting should not matter. If I passed in other_cause_of_death I should get back true.
Thoughts?
Edit:
const object = {
  status: {
    cause_of_death: {
      hide: true,
      other_cause_of_death: {
        hide: true
      }
    }
  }
};

Heres a simplified version of the object. Same rules should still apply.

A: You can use a recursive approach (DFS) to find the object next to your key. If a non-null object is returned, you can get its hide value:

const data = {
  status: {
    cause_of_death: {
      hide: true,
      other_cause_of_death: {
        hide: true
      }
    },
    date_of_birth: {
      hide: true
    }
  }
};

function findKey(obj, key) {
  if (typeof obj !== 'object') return null;
  if (key in obj) return obj[key];
  for (var k in obj) {
    var found = findKey(obj[k], key);
    if (found) return found;
  }
  return null;
}

console.log(findKey(data, 'date_of_birth'));
console.log(findKey(data, 'cause_of_death'));
console.log(findKey(data, 'other_cause_of_death'));
console.log(findKey(data, 'hello'));

A: Since you're working with some structured data this could be a valid approach:
It follows the Immutable.js approach to how getting stuff from immutable maps works.
This will return undefined for an invalid key path.
function getIn(obj, keyPath) {
  return keyPath.reduce((prev, curr) => {
    return Object.keys(prev).length ? prev[curr] : obj[curr];
  }, {});
}

const res = getIn(
    data, ['status', 'cause_of_death', 'other_cause_of_death', 'hide']
);

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\section*{Introduction}
Let $X\subset\P^n$ be an irreducible and reduced projective variety over an algebraically
closed field. A classical question is to study the birational
embedding of $X$ in $\P^n$ up to the Cremona group of $\P^n$.
In other words let $X_1$ and $X_2$ be
two birationally equivalent
projective varieties in $\P^n$.  One wants to understand  if there exists  a
Cremona transformation of $\P^n$ that maps $X_1$ to $X_2$, in this
case we say that $X_1$ and $X_2$ are Cremona equivalent. This
projective statement  can also be interpreted in terms of log Sarkisov
theory, \cite{BM}, and is
somewhat related to the  Abhyankar--Moh problem, \cite{AM} and
\cite{Je}. In the latter paper it is proved, using techniques derived
form A--M problem, that over the complex
field the birational
embedding is unique as long as $\dim X< \frac{n}2$.
The problem is then completely solved in \cite{MP} where it is proved
that this is the case over any algebraically closed field as long as the codimension of $X_i$ is at
least 2. Examples of inequivalent embeddings of divisors are well
known, see also \cite{MP}, in all dimensions.
The problem of Cremona equivalence is therefore reduced to study the
equivalence  classes of divisors. This can also be interpreted as the action
of the Cremona group on the set of divisors of $\P^n$.

The special case of plane curves received a lot of attention both in
the old times, \cite{Co}, \cite{SR}, \cite{Ju}, and in more recent times, \cite{Na}, \cite{Ii}, \cite{KM},
\cite{CC}, and \cite{MP2}, see also \cite{BB} for
a nice survey. In \cite{CC} and \cite{MP2} a complete
description of plane curves up to Cremona equivalence is given and in
\cite{CC} a detailed study of the Cremona equivalence for linear systems
is furnished.
In particular it is interesting to note that the Cremona equivalence
of a plane curve is dictated by its singularities and cannot be
divined without a partial resolution of those, \cite[Example
3.18]{MP2}. Due to this it is quite hard even in the plane curve case to
determine the Cremona equivalence class of a fixed curve simply by its
equation.

The next case is that of surfaces in $\P^3$. In this set up using the
$\sharp$-Minimal Model Program, \cite{Me} or minimal model program
with scaling \cite{BCHMc}, a criterion for detecting
surfaces Cremona equivalent to a plane is given. The criterion, inspired by
the previous work of Coolidge on curves Cremona equivalent to lines
\cite{Co}, allows to determine all rational surfaces
that are Cremona equivalent to a plane, \cite[Theorem 4.15]{MP2}.
Unfortunately, worse than in the plane
curve case, the criterion requires not only the
resolution of singularities but also a control on different log
varieties attached to the pair $(\P^3,S)$.  As a matter of fact it is
impossible to guess simply by the equation if a rational surface in
$\P^3$ is Cremona equivalent to a plane and it is very difficult in
general to determine such equivalences.
The main difficulty comes from the condition that the sup-threshold,
see Definition \ref{def:rsup}, is positive.
This is quite awkward and
should be very interesting to understand if this numerical constrain
is really necessary.  Via $\sharp$-MMP it is easy, see remark \ref{rem:sharp}, to reduce this
problem to the study of pairs $(T,S)$ such that $T$ is a terminal
$\mathbb{Q}$-factorial 3-fold with a Mori fiber structure $\pi:T\to W$ onto
either a rational curve or a rational surface, and $S$ is a smooth
Cartier divisor with $S=\pi^*D$ for some divisor $D\subset W$.
The first ``projective incarnation'' of such pairs are cones in $\P^3$.

In this work I develop a strategy to study  cones in arbitrary
projective space. If two cones in $\P^n$ are built on
varieties Cremona equivalent in $\P^{n-1}$  then also the cones are Cremona equivalent,
see Proposition \ref{pro:easy}. The expectation for arbitrary cones built on
birational but not Cremona equivalent varieties was not clear but somewhat more on
the negative side.  The result I prove is therefore quite unexpected
and shows once more the amazing power of the Cremona group of $\P^n$.

\begin{Th}
Let $S_1$ and $S_2$ be two cones in $\P^n$. Let $X_1$ and $X_2$ be
corresponding general hyperplane sections. If  $X_1$ and $X_2$ are
birational then $S_1$ is Cremona
equivalent to $S_2$.
\end{Th}

The main ingredient in the proof is the reduction to subvarieties of
codimension 2 to be able to apply the main result in \cite{MP}. To do this I produce a special log resolution of
the pair $(\P^n,S)$ that allows me to blow down the strict transform
of $S$ to a codimension 2 subvariety. Despite the fact that this step
cannot produce a Cremona equivalence for $S$ it allows me to work out
Cremona equivalence on the lower dimensional subvariety and then lift the
Cremona equivalence.

In the special case of cones in $\P^3$ the statement can be improved
to characterize the Cremona equivalence of cones with the geometric genus of the
plane section, see Corollary \ref{cor:3}. In particular this shows
that any rational cone in $\P^3$ has positive sup-threshold, see Definition
\ref{def:rsup}.  From the $\sharp$-MMP point of view we may easily
translate
it  as
follows.

\begin{Th}\label{th:sok} Let $S\subset\P^3$ be a rational surface. Assume that there
  is a $\sharp$-minimal model of the pair $(T,S_T)$ such that $T$ has
  a scroll structure $\pi:T\to W$  onto a rational surface $W$ and
  $S_T=\pi^*C$, for some rational curve $C\subset W$. Then $\overline{\rho}(T,S_T)=\overline\rho(\P^3,S)>0$.
\end{Th}

The next candidate for the sup-threshold problem are pairs whose $\sharp$-minimal model
is a conic bundle and the surface is trivial with respect to the conic
bundle structure. With the technique developed in this paper I am only
able to treat a special class of these, see Corollary \ref{cor:cb}.

\section{Notations and preliminaries}
I work over an algebraically closed field of characteristic zero.
I am inte\-re\-sted in birational transformations of log pairs.
For this I introduce the following definition.

\begin{definition}\label{def:cremona} Let $D\subset X$ be
  an irreducible and  reduced divisor on
  a normal variety $X$.
We say that $(X,D)$ is birational
  to $(X',D')$, if there exists a
  birational map $\varphi:X\map X'$ with
  $\varphi_*(D)=D'$.
Let $D, D'\subset\P^n$ be
   irreducible reduced divisors then we say that $D$ is Cremona
  equivalent to $D'$ if
  $(\P^n,D)$ is birational to $(\P^n,D')$.
\end{definition}

Let us proceed recalling a well known class of singularities.

\begin{definition}
Let $X$ be a normal variety and $D=\sum d_i D_i$ a $\mathbb{Q}$-Weil divisor, with $d_i\leq 1$.
Assume that $(K_X+D)$ is $\mathbb{Q}$-Cartier. Let $f:Y\to X$ be a log
resolution of the pair $(X,D)$ with
$$K_Y=f^*(K_X+D)+\sum a(E_i,X,D) E_i$$
We call
\begin{multline*}
disc(X,D):=\min_{E_i}\{a(E_i,X,D)|\\
\mbox{$E_i$ is an $f$-exceptional
  divisor for some log resolution} \}
\end{multline*}

Then we say that $(X,D)$ is
 \[\begin{array}{ccc}
 \left.\begin{array}{l}
terminal\\
canonical\\
\end{array}
 \right\}&\mbox{if $disc(X,D)$}&
\left\{\begin{array}{l}
>0\\
\geq 0\\
\end{array}
 \right.
\end{array}
\]
\end{definition}

\begin{remark} Terminal surfaces are smooth, this is essentially the
  celebrated Castelnuovo theorem. Any log resolution of
  a smooth surface can be obtained via
  blow up of smooth points. Hence a pair $(S,D)$, with
  $S$ a smooth surface has canonical
  singularities if and only if $\mult_p
  D\leq 1$ for any point $p\in S$.

Note further that one direction is true
in any dimension. Assume that $X$ is
smooth and  $\mult_p
D\leq 1$ for any point $p\in X$. Let  $f:Y\to X$ be a
smooth blow up, with exceptional divisor
$E$. Then $K_Y=f^*(K_X)+aE$ for some
positive integer $a$ and $a(E,X,D)\geq
a-1\geq 0$. This proves that
 $(X,D)$ has canonical
singularities if $X$ is smooth and $\mult_pD\leq
1$ for any $p\in X$. This simple observation allows to produce many
inequivalent embeddings of divisors, see \cite[\S 3]{MP}
\label{rem:mult}
\end{remark}

For future reference we recall  a
technical result on pseudoeffective
divisors, i.e. the closure of effective divisors.
\begin{lemma}[{\cite[Lemma 1.5]{MP2}}]\label{lem:psef}
  Let $(X,D_X)$ and $(Y,D_Y)$ be
  birational pairs with canonical
  singularities.
Then $K_X+D_X$ is pseudoeffective if and
  only if $K_Y+D_Y$ is pseudoeffective.
\end{lemma}

 The main difficulty to study Cremona equivalence in $\P^r$ with
 $r\geq 3$ is the poor knowledge of the Cremona
group.
The case of surfaces in $\P^3$ is already
quite mysterious. It is easy to show
that Quadrics and rational cubics are Cremona
equivalent to a plane. Rational
quartics with either 3-ple or 4-uple
points are again easily seen to be
Cremona equivalent to planes, the latter
are cones over rational curves Cremona
equivalent to lines.
 It has been expected that
Noether quartic should be the first
example of a rational surface
not Cremona equi\-va\-lent to a plane, but this is not the case as
proved in \cite[Example 4.3]{MP2}.
Having in mind  these examples and  the $\sharp$-MMP
developed in \cite{Me} for linear systems on uniruled 3-folds, I
recall the definition of
(effective) threshold.
\begin{definition}
Let $(T,H)$ be a terminal $\mathbb{Q}$-factorial uniruled
   variety and $H$ an irreducible and
   reduced Weil divisor
  on $T$. Let
  $$\rho(T,H)=:\mbox{  \rm sup   }\{m\in \mathbb{Q}|H+mK_T
\mbox{
  \rm is an effective $\mathbb{Q}$-divisor  }\}\geq 0,$$
 be the (effective) threshold of the pair
 $(T,H)$.
\end{definition}
\begin{remark} The threshold is not a
birational invariant of the pair and it
is not preserved by blowing up.
Consider
 a Quadric cone $Q\subset\P^n$ and let
$Y\to \P^n$ be the blow up of the vertex
then $\rho(Y,Q_Y)=0$, while
$\rho(\P^n,Q)>0$.
\end{remark}

To study Cremona equivalence, unfortunately, we have to take into
account almost all possible thresholds.

\begin{definition}\label{def:rsup}
Let $(Y,S_Y)$ be a pair birational
to a pair $(T,S)$. We say that
$(Y,S_Y)$ is a good birational model if $Y$ has
terminal $\mathbb{Q}$-factorial singularities
and $S_Y$ is a Cartier divisor with terminal singularities.
The sup-threshold
of the pair $(T,S)$ is
$$\overline{\rho}(T,S):=\sup\{\rho(Y,S_Y)\},$$
where the sup  is taken on good
birational models.
\end{definition}

\begin{remark} It is clear that any pair
  $(\P^n,S)$ Cremona equivalent to a
  hyperplane satisfies
  $\overline{\rho}(\P^n,S)>0$. The pair
  $(\P^n,H)$, where $H$ is a hyperplane, is a
  good model with positive
  threshold.\label{rem:pos}

Considering birationally super-rigid
MfS's one can produce examples of
pairs, say $(T,S)$, with
$\overline{\rho}(T,S)=0$. It is not
clear to me if such examples can exist
also on varieties with bigger pliability, see
\cite{CM} for the relevant definition.
\end{remark}
We are ready to state the characterization of  surfaces
Cremona equivalent to a plane.

\begin{theorem}[{\cite[Theorem 4.15]{MP2}}] Let $S\subset\P^3$ be an
  irreducible and reduced surface.
The following are equivalent:
\begin{itemize}
\item[a)]  $S$ is Cremona equivalent to a plane,
\item[b)]  $\overline{\rho}(T,S)>0$ and there is a good model
  $(T,S_T)$ with $K_T+S_T$ not pseudoeffective.
\end{itemize}
\label{th:3c}
\end{theorem}
\begin{remark}
  \label{rem:sharp} As remarked in the introduction the main drawback of the above criterion  is the bound on the
  sup-threshold. It is very difficult to compute it. While the
  requirement that $K_T+S_T$ is not pseudoeffective is natural and
  justified also by Lemma \ref{lem:psef}, it
  is not clear if pairs with vanishing sup
  threshold may exist on a rational 3-fold.
This naturally leads to study good models with vanishing threshold.

Let $(X,S)$ be a good pair with $X$ rational and $\rho(X,S)=0$.  Then the $\sharp$-MMP
applied to this pair may lead to a Mori fiber space $\pi:T\to W$ such that
$S_T$ is trivial with respect to $\pi$ and it is a smooth surface, see
\cite[Theorem 3.2]{Me} and the proof of \cite[Theorem 4.9]{MP2}. In
particular $S_T=\pi^*D$ for some irreducible divisor $D\subset W$.
Then if $W$ is a curve $S_T$ is a smooth fiber of $\pi$, that is a del
Pezzo surface. If $W$ is a surface then $S_T$ is a (not necessarily
minimally) ruled surface and $\pi$ is a conic bundle structure. In the latter case if $\pi$ has a section it is
easy, see for instance the proof of Corollary \ref{cor:cb}, to prove that $(T,S_T)$ is
birational to a cone in $\P^3$.
\end{remark}

\section{Cremona equivalence for cones}\label{sec:cones}
Here I am interested in cones in $\P^n$. Let $S\subset \P^n$ be an
irreducible reduced divisor of degree $d$  with a point $p$ of
multiplicity $d$. Let $H$ be a hyperplane in $\P^n\setminus \{p\}$ and
$C=S\cap H$. Then $S$ can be viewed as the cone over the variety
$C$.
It is easy to see that if $C_1, C_2\subset\P^{n-1}$ are Cremona
equivalent divisors then the cones over them are  Cremona
equivalent.

\begin{proposition}\label{pro:easy} Let $C_1$ and $C_2$ be Cremona
  equivalent divisors in $\P^{n-1}$ and  $S_1$, $S_2$ cones over them
  in $\P^n$. Then $S_1$ is
  Cremona equivalent to $S_2$.
\end{proposition}
\begin{proof}
  Without loss of generality I may assume that $S_1$ and $S_2$ have the
  same vertex in the point $[0,\ldots,0,1]$ and $C_1\cup C_2\subset (x_n=0)$. Let $\H\subset|\O_{\P^{n-1}}(h)|$
  be a linear system realizing the Cremona equivalence between $C_1$ and
  $C_2$.
Hence I have a  Cremona map  $\psi:\P^{n-1}\dasharrow\P^{n-1}$ given by a $n$-tuple $\{f_0,\ldots,f_{n-1}\}$,
with $f_i\in k[x_0,\ldots,x_{n-1}]_h$. This allows me to produce a map $\Psi:\P^n\dasharrow\P^n$ considering the linear system
$$\H^\prime:=\{f_0,\ldots,f_{n-1},x_nx_0^{h-1}\}. $$
Note that the general element in $\H^\prime$ has
multiplicity $h-1$ at the point $p$ and, in the chosen base, there is
only one element of
multiplicity exactly $h-1$.  This shows that lines through $p$ are
sent to lines through a fixed point. Moreover the restriction
$\Psi_{|(x_n=0)}$ is the original map $\psi$. Hence the map $\Psi$ is
birational and realizes the required Cremona equivalence.
\end{proof}

Next I want to understand what happens if $C_1, C_2\subset\P^{n-1}$ are simply
birational as abstract varieties. To do this I need to produce
``nice'' good models of the pairs $(\P^n,S_1)$ and $(\P^n,S_2)$.

Let
$C\subset H\subset\P^n$ be a codimension two subvariety and
$S$ be a cone with vertex
$p\in\P^n\setminus H$ over $C$. I produce a good model of the
pair $(\P^n,S)$ as follows. First I blow up $p$ producing a morphism
$\epsilon:Y\to \P^n$ with exceptional
divisor $E$. Note that $Y$ has a scroll structure $\pi:Y\to\P^{n-1}$ given by
lines through $p$, and $S_Y$,
the strict transform, is just $\pi^*(C)$. Let $\nu:W\to\P^{n-1}$ be a
 resolution of the singularities of $C$ and take the fiber product
$$\xymatrix{
Z\ar[d]_{\pi_W}\ar[rr]^{\nu_Y}&&Y\ar[d]^{\pi}\\
W\ar[rr]^{\nu}&&\P^{n-1}.}
$$
Then the strict transform $S_Z$ is a smooth divisor and $(Z,S_Z)$ is a
good model of $(\P^n,S)$. Note that the threshold $\rho(Z,S_Z)$
vanishes. According to the $\sharp$-MMP philosophy this forces us to  produce different good models.

The following Lemma is probably well known, but I
prefer to state it, and prove it, to help the reader.
\begin{lemma}
  \label{lem:curve}
Let $C\subset X$ be an irreducible and reduced subvariety. Assume that
there exists a birational map $\chi:X\dasharrow Y$ such that $\chi$ is an isomorphism on the generic point of $C$. Let $D:=\chi(C)$ be the image
and $X_C$, respectively $Y_D$ the blow up of $C$ and $D$ with morphism
$f_C$, $f_D$, and
exceptional divisors $E_C$, $E_D$ respectively. Then there
is a birational map $\chi_C:X_C\dasharrow Y_D$ mapping $E_C$ onto $E_D$. In
other words $(X_C,E_C)$ is birational to $(Y_D,E_D)$.
\end{lemma}
\begin{proof}Let $U\subset X$ be an open and dense subset intersecting
  $C$ such that $\chi_{|U}$ is an isomorphism. Then considering the fiber
  product
$$\xymatrix{
X_C\supset U_C\ar[d]_{f_{U}}\ar[rr]^{\chi_C}&&Y_D\ar[d]^{f_D}\\
X\supset U\ar[rr]^{\chi_{|U}}&&Y,}
$$
I conclude, by the Universal Property of Blowing Up, the existence of
the morphism $\chi_C$ with the required properties.
\end{proof}
\begin{remark}
  Let me stress that the above result is in general not true with the
  weaker assumption that  $\chi$ is a morphism  on the general point of
  $W$. On the other hand if $Y$ is
  $\P^n$ the statement can be rephrased also in this weaker form.
\end{remark}

Let us go back to the pair $(Z,S_Z)$. Let $\Gamma_Z$ be the strict
transform of a general hyperplane section of $S$. Then I may consider the
following elementary transformation of the scroll structure $\pi_W$
$$\xymatrix{
&Bl_{\Gamma_Z} Z\ar[dl]_{\gamma}\ar[dr]^{\eta}&\\
Z\ar@{.>}[rr]^{\Phi}\ar[d]^{\pi_W}&&V\ar[d]\\
W\ar[rr]^{\iso}&&W,}
$$
where $\gamma$ is the blow up of $\Gamma_Z$ and $\eta$ is the blow down
of the strict transform of $S_Z$ to a codimension 2 subvariety, say $\Gamma_S$.
Then there is a birational map $\varphi:V\dasharrow\P^n$ sending $\Gamma_S$ to a
codimension 2 subvariety, say $\Gamma^\prime $, and such that $\varphi$ is an isomorphism on the generic point
of $\Gamma_S$. The map $\varphi$ can be easily constructed again via an
elementary transformation of the scroll structure followed by blow
downs of  exceptional divisors.
We may summarize the above construction in the following proposition
and diagram.
\begin{proposition}
  \label{pro:con}
Let $S\subset\P^n$ be a cone and $C$ a general hyperplane section. Then
there are birational maps $\epsilon:\P^n\dasharrow Y$ and $\eta:Y\dasharrow V$ such that
$\epsilon_*S=:E$  and $\eta$ is the blow down of $E$ to a codimension
2 subvariety $\Gamma$. In particular $S$ is the valuation
associated to the ideal $\mathcal{I}_\Gamma$. Moreover there is a third
birational map $\varphi:V\dasharrow \P^n$ sending $\Gamma$ to a codimension 2 subvariety
$C^\prime$ and such
that again $S$ is the valuation associated to $\mathcal{I}_{C^\prime}$
$$\xymatrix{
&Y\ar[dr]_{\eta}\supset E&\\
&&V\supset\Gamma\ar@{.>}[d]^{\varphi}\\
\P^n\supset S\ar@{.>}[rr]^{\Phi}\ar@{.>}[uur]^{\epsilon}&&\P^n\supset C^\prime}
.$$
The composition $\Phi:\P^n\dasharrow\P^n$ is a birational map sending $S$ to
the codimension 2 subvariety $C^\prime$ and such that $S$ is the valuation associated to
the ideal $\mathcal{I}_{C^{\prime}}$.
\end{proposition}

We are now ready to prove the main result on cones in $\P^n$.
\begin{theorem}
  \label{th:cone} Let $S_1, S_2\subset\P^n$ be cones and $C_1$, $C_2$ general
  hyperplane sections. If $C_1$ is birational to $C_2$ then $S_1$ is Cremona
  equivalent to $S_2$.
In particular all divisorial cones over a rational variety are Cremona equivalent to a hyperplane.
\end{theorem}
\begin{remark}
I doubt the other direction is true. Let $X\subset\P^n$ be a non
rational but stably
rational variety. Assume that $X\times\P^a$ is
rational but $X\times\P^{a-1}$ is not rational for some $a\geq
1$. Then $X\times\P^a$ can be birationally embedded as a cone, say $S$, with hyperplane
section birational to $X\times\P^{a-1}$. In principle $S$ could be
Cremona equivalent to a hyperplane but its hyperplane section cannot
be rational. This cannot occur for surfaces, see Corollary \ref{cor:3}.
\end{remark}
\begin{proof}
Let $S_1$ and $S_2$ be two cones and $C_1$,  respectively, $C_2$ general hyperplane
sections.
Then by Proposition \ref{pro:con} there are
birational maps $\Phi_i:\P^n\dasharrow\P^n$ sending $S_i$ to a codimension 2
subvariety
$C^\prime_i$ and such that:
\begin{itemize}
\item  $S_i$ is the valuation
associated to $\mathcal{I}_{C^\prime_i}$,
\item $C^\prime_i$ is birational to $C_i$.
\end{itemize}
I am assuming that  $C_1$ is birational to $C_2$. Then the main result and its proof \cite[p. 92]{MP} states that there is a Cremona map
$\chi:\P^n\dasharrow\P^n$ sending $C^\prime_1$ to $C^\prime_2$  and such that
$\chi$ is an isomorphism on the generic point of $C^\prime_1$.
Then by Lemma \ref{lem:curve} I may extend $\chi$ to the blow up of
the $C^\prime_i$ to produce the required Cremona equivalence $\Psi$
$$\xymatrix{
&Y_1\ar[dr]_{\eta_1}\ar@{.>}[rrr]^{\Psi}\supset E_1&&&Y_2\ar[dl]^{\eta_2}\supset E_2\\
&&V_1\supset\Gamma_1\ar@{.>}[d]^{\varphi_1}&V_2\supset\Gamma_2\ar@{.>}[d]_{\varphi_2}&\\
\P^n\supset S_1\ar@{.>}[rr]^{\Phi_1}\ar@{.>}[uur]^{\epsilon_1}&&\P^n\supset
C_1^\prime\ar@{.>}[r]^\chi&\P^n\supset C_2^\prime&&\P^n\supset S_2\ar@{.>}[ll]_{\Phi_2}\ar@{.>}[uul]_{\epsilon_2}}
$$
\end{proof}

As observed before the result can be strengthened in lower dimension.

\begin{corollary}\label{cor:3}
  Let $S_1, S_2\subset\P^3$ be cones and $C_1$, $C_2$ general
  hyperplane sections. Then $C_1$ is birational to $C_2$ if and only
  if  $S_1$ is Cremona
  equivalent to $S_2$.
In particular rational cones  are Cremona equivalent to a plane.
\end{corollary}
\begin{proof}
  I have to prove that if $S_1$ and $S_2$ are Cremona equivalent then
  also $C_1$ and $C_2$ are birational. Note that the irregularity of a
  resolution of $S_i$ is a birational invariant and it is the
  geometric genus of the curve $C_i$. This yields $g(C_1)=g(C_2)$ and
  concludes the proof.
\end{proof}

\begin{remark}
As observed, in the special case of rational surfaces in $\P^3$ this gives the
Cremona equivalence to a plane for any rational cone.
In particular any rational cone has positive sup-threshold.
\end{remark}

It remains to translate the statement in $\sharp$-MMP dictionary for
conic bundles.

\begin{corollary}\label{cor:cb} Let $S\subset\P^3$ be a rational surface. Assume that there
  is:
  \begin{itemize}
  \item[a)] a $\sharp$-minimal model of the pair $(T,S_T)$ such that $T$ has
  a conic bundle structure $\pi:T\to W$  onto a rational surface $W$,
  $S_T=\pi^*C$, for a curve $C\subset W$,
\item [b)] a birational  map $\chi:T\dasharrow \P^3$ that contracts $S_T$ to
  a curve,
  say $\Gamma$, such that $S_T$ is the valuation associated to $\mathcal{I}_\Gamma$.
  \end{itemize}
Then $\overline{\rho}(T,S_T)=\overline\rho(\P^3,S)>0$.
Assumption b) is always satisfied if $\pi$ has a section, i.e. if $\pi$ is a scroll structure.
\end{corollary}
\begin{proof}
  Let $(T,S_T)$ be a good model as in assumption a).
 By hypothesis there
is a birational map $\chi:T\dasharrow \P^3$ that contracts $S_T$ onto a
curve $\Gamma$ and such that $S_T$ is the valuation associated to
$\mathcal{I}_\Gamma$.  The curve $\Gamma$ is dominated by a rational surface,
and it is therefore rational. The extension trick used in Theorem \ref{th:cone}
yields that $(T,S_T)$ is birationally equivalent to a plane in $\P^3$.
This is enough to prove that $\overline\rho(\P^3,S)>0$.

If $\pi$ has a section then all fibers are irreducible. Let
$\phi:T\dasharrow Y$ be an elementary transformation that blows down
$S_T$ to a curve $\Gamma$. Then $Y$ has a scroll structure onto $W$ and I  may run
a $\sharp$-MMP on the base surface $W$, as described in
\cite[p. 700]{Me}, that is an isomorphism in a neighborhood of $\Gamma$.
This yields a new 3-fold model $Z$ with a Mori fiber space
structure onto either $\P^2$ or a ruled surface and then via
elementary transformation of the scroll structure I produce the
required map $\chi$.
\end{proof}
\begin{remark}
Unfortunately the birational geometry of rational conic bundles
without sections is
very poorly understood and it is difficult to understand whether
condition b) is always satisfied or not, even assuming the standard conjectures \cite{Isk}.
\end{remark}

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250 Hours of NCAA Winter Championships Across ESPN Platforms Begin March 8
ESPNU and ESPN3 Set to Carry Indoor Track & Field, Fencing, Swimming & Diving, and Women's Gymnastics Championships; ESPNU to Air Women's Bowling
ESPN will air more than 250 hours of NCAA Winter Championship games live across platforms throughout March and April, including all 63 games of the 2013 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship, as the worldwide, multi-media rights holder to 24 NCAA championships. Viewers will see the crowning of NCAA Winter Champions in eleven events – Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field, Men's & Women's Fencing, Men's Ice Hockey, Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving, Wrestling, Women's Basketball, Women's Bowling and Women's Gymnastics – on either ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU or ESPN3.
ESPN3 will have exclusive live coverage of the Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field, Fencing, Swimming & Diving and Women's Gymnastics with additional coverage in each airing on ESPNU. ESPNU will also air the Women's Bowling Championship live. Every event will also be available through WatchESPN on computers, smartphones, tablets and Xbox to fans who receive their video subscription from an affiliated provider.
Fifty days of championship action sprints into high gear beginning with the NCAA Division I Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field Championships Friday, March 8. Day 1 and Day 2 will be carried live on ESPN3, with additional coverage on March 17on ESPNU. Lolo Jones, Olympic track & field runner with three NCAA titles and 11 All-American honors while running at LSU, will provide analysis for ESPN during the event.
2013 NCAA Winter Championships Airing on ESPNU & ESPN3:
Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field
Date Time (ET) Event Network
Fri, Mar 8 6:25 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field: Day 1 ESPN3
Sat, Mar 9 6:50 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field: Day 2 ESPN3
Sun, Mar 17 7 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's & Women's Indoor Track & Field Championship* ESPNU
Men's & Women's Fencing
Fri, Mar 22 2:45 p.m. NCAA Fencing Championship: Men's Semifinals & Finals ESPN3
Sun, Mar 24 2:45 p.m. NCAA Fencing Championship: Women's Semifinals & Finals ESPN3
Tue, Apr 2 8 p.m. NCAA Fencing Championship: Men's & Women's Fencing Championship* ESPNU
Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving
Fri, Mar 22 7 p.m. NCAA Division I Women's Swimming & Diving: Day 2 ESPN3
Sat, Mar 23 7 p.m. NCAA Division I Women's Swimming & Diving: Day 3 ESPN3
Wed, Mar 27 8 p.m. NCAA Division I Women's Swimming & Diving: Championship* ESPNU
Fri, Mar 29 7 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's Swimming & Diving: Day 2 ESPN3
Sat, Mar 30 7 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's Swimming & Diving: Day 3 ESPN3
Wed, Apr 10 8 p.m. NCAA Division I Men's Swimming & Diving Championship* ESPNU
Women's Bowling
Sat, Apr 13 8 p.m. NCAA Women's Bowling Championship ESPNU
Sun, Apr 14 Noon NCAA Women's Bowling Championship (re-air) ESPN
Women's Gymnastics
Sat, Apr 20 7 p.m. NCAA Women's Gymnastics: Super Six Team Finals ESPN3
Sun, Apr 21 4 p.m. NCAA Women's Gymnastics: Individual Event Finals ESPN3
Sun, Apr 28 8 p.m. NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championship* ESPNU
* A compilation of ESPN3's live coverage
Additional schedule details on the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship, NCAA Division I Wrestling and NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey Championships will be released at a later date.
About ESPNU
The 24-hour college sports television network airs more than 650 live events annually and offers over 1,000 original studio shows. ESPNU has seen a steady increase since its inception on March 4, 2005 and is now in over 74 million households. The brand is also available in high definition on ESPNUHD, now in over 20 million homes. The network has long-term carriage agreements with all 10 of the top multichannel TV providers – Cablevision, Charter, Comcast, Cox, DirecTV (Channel 208), DISH Network (Channel 141), Mediacom, Time Warner Cable, Verizon FiOS TV and AT&T U-verse.
About ESPN3
ESPN3 is ESPN's live multi-screen sports network, a destination that delivers thousands of global sports events annually and accessible online via WatchESPN.com, on smartphones and tablets via the WatchESPN app and through ESPN on Xbox LIVE to Gold members. It is currently available to 83 million homes at no additional cost to fans who receive their high-speed Internet connection or video subscription from an affiliated service provider. The network is also available at no cost to approximately 21 million U.S. college students and U.S.-based military personnel via computers connected to on-campus educational networks and on-base military networks.
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I discovered another video of Charles Johnson's Jazz guitar days. This one if from the same Montruex Jazz festival in 1980 as the other 2 that were circulating. What makes this video different is the focus on the expression on Chuck's face.
This is the mean who thinks he's an intellectual giant. Charles is nothing more than an entertainer. He has no original thoughts and is just a washed up musician.
Here are the other 2 videos that have been circulating form that concert.