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Proof that the Holy Grail existed thousands of years before Christ, and is as old as the Garden of Eden. For a thousand years the Knights Templar have been the guardians of the Holy Grail. During their hundred years in the Middle East, the Templars received the Holy Grail from a lineage of Holy Grail Guardians that had existed for many thousands of years previously. This ancient Grail lineage, which included John the Baptist, Jesus Christ, and John the Apostle, originated on Sri Lanka, the island paradise recognized within the Arab world as the true location of the fabled Garden of Eden. A unique history of the Knights Templar and the Grail, Guardians of the Holy Grail includes chapters on: * Rosslyn Chapel and the Sinclairs of Scotland * John the Baptist and the Mandeans from Sri Lanka * The Mystery of Baphomet, the Templar "demon" * The Gnostic & Sexual Tantric rites of the Knights Templar * Alchemy & the Mystery of the Black Madonna * The Secrets of the Freemasons and Johannites
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Michael Bradley published the Canadian bestseller, Holy Grail Across the Atlantic (Hounslow Press, 1988), presenting the astounding evidence that a European settlement in Canada had been established in Nova Scotia ninety-four years before Columbus and ninety-nine years before John Cabot. Incredibly, mediaeval documents and maps showed that this settlement had been founded by refugee Knights Templar from Scotland knights who had been created for the sole purpose of guarding the Holy Grail. Bradley presented evidence that these Grail-believing religious refugees and their knightly protectors had been instrumental in discovering, settling, and influencing the development of New France and, later, the fledgling American Republic...
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Many scholars are convinced that The Holy Chalice of Valencia is the Holy Grail, celebrated in medieval legneds as it was venerated by monks in the secluded Monastery of San Juan de la Peña, built into a rocky outcropping of the Spanish Pyrenees. The tradition of Aragón has always insisted that the flaming agate cup of the Holy Chalice was sent to Spain by St. Laurence, the glorious Spaniard martyred on a gridiron during the Valerian persecution in Rome in 258 AD. Now there is new evidence: A sixth-century manuscript written in Latin by St. Donato, an Augustinian monk who founded a monastery in the area of Valencia, provides never-before-published details about Laurence, born in Valencia but destined for Italy, where he became treasurer and deacon of the Catholic Church under Pope Sixtus II. It explicitly mentions the details surrounding the transfer of the Holy Cup of the Last Supper to Spain. Janice Bennett acquaints the reader with the enthralling story of the Holy Chalice, the renowned relic that embarked from the Last Supper on an amazing pilgrimage that providentially ended in the Cathedral of Valencia, a miraculous odyssey that has been characterized by dnager, greed, martyrdom and fire from the very beginning. The author presents abundant evidence for authenticy, delving into many provocative topics, such as the importance of relics for early Christians, the difference between legend, tradition and history, and the veracity of St. Laurence's death on the gridiron. It is a fascinating account that will dispel forever the notion that the famous relic was ever lost. The mythical Quest for the Holy Grail is now over.
The Holy Grail : Imagination and Belief
The elusive image of the Holy Grail has haunted the Western imagination for eight centuries. It represents the ideal of an unattainable yet infinitely desirable goal, the possibility of perfection. Initially conceived in literature, it became a Christian icon which has been re-created in a multitude of forms over time even though the Grail has no specific material attributes or true religious significance.
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Q: Is the vanilla version of the Snap-Store able to deal with .deb and apt? Acording to sources like this:
OMG! Ubuntu!: Ubuntu Switches to a Snap'd Software Store for 20.04
It seems like the Snap Store (renamed as Ubuntu Software in Ubuntu 20.04) is able to install .deb files and provides apt support.
I assume this is valid for the ubuntu flavour of the Snap Store:
snap install --channel=stable/ubuntu-20-04 snap-store
or
snap install --channel=latest/stable/ubuntu-20-04 snap-store
But, is it still valid if you install the clean version of the application? i.e.
snap install snap-store
or
snap install --channel=latest/stable snap-store
Is the "vanilla" version of the Snap-Store able to dea with .deb and apt?
Thank you!

A: There are two different software apps in Ubuntu 20.04, Software  and Snap Store . The Snap Store and the Software app can be installed alongside each other without removing either app.
Snap Store is a graphical desktop application for discovering, installing and managing snaps. The vanilla version of the Snap Store is not able to deal with deb packages and apt. All the apps in the Snap Store are snap packages. If you're searching for a snap package it's more convenient to search for it in the Snap Store, because sometimes the same app has two packages in Ubuntu Software, an apt package and a snap package, but the same app has only one snap package in the Snap Store.

A: And then there is Ubuntu Software, @Karel (sorry, I can't yet comment on your answer).
Ubuntu Software is the default store in Ubuntu 20.04, it's not Sofware nor vanilla Snap Store.

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Assessment by our Multidisciplinary Team is strictly required before starting this treatment. It is not suitable for everyone: there are height/weight limitations, etc.
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Supermarkets embrace QR code payment modes In yet another major breakthrough for QR code payment systems, supermarkets in Singapore have begun to embrace NETS QR. This is great news for the average consumer because going down to your neighbourhood grocer to pick up groceries can now be done without having to bring any cash or credit cards. With this newest development, a cashless society is truly achievable. Not all supermarkets will onboard Nets QR code at the same time. The first supermarket chain that intends to roll it out in all its stores is Cold Storage, which has plans to […]
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The sorry state of IM
Keep a sharp eye on your buddy list: IM and P2P threats are headed through the roof.
By Bob Francis, Infoworld | Jul 13, 2005
|InfoWorld
A few weeks a friend of mine got hit with an IM bug. It was quick, painful, and pretty much fitted the definition of "as much fun as a sharp stick in the eye."
Apparently my friend is not alone. The IMlogic Threat Centre, a global consortium that provides threat detection and protection for IM and peer-to-peer (P2P) applications, recently issued its second quarter 2005 report on the rise of IM security threats.
Launched with the support of the Internet security vendors Symantec, Sybari Software and McAfee, and the IM providers America Online, Microsoft and Yahoo, the IMlogic Threat Centre is a knowledge base for known IM and P2P vulnerabilities and provides rapid response and guidance for protection against newly detected threats.
So how much have IM threats increased over the past year? How does 2,747 percent grab you? You'd love to see that number next to your pension fund, I'd bet.
The report says there has been a "sharp" (there's an underwhelming adjective) 2,747 percent increase in new IM threats - including viruses, worms, SPIM (spam over IM), malware, and phishing attacks - in the second quarter of 2005 compared with the same period a year ago. IMlogic also issued more than 15 priority alerts to enterprises and IMlogic Threat Centre subscribers in second quarter 2005 in response to the increasing frequency of reported IM threats. Sounds like a busy quarter at the Threat Centre.
More than 70 percent of externally reported incidents to the IMlogic Threat Centre in the second quarter of 2005 were attributed to enterprises and small businesses utilising popular IM applications such as AOL Instant Messenger, MSN Messenger, Windows Messenger and Yahoo Messenger.
The report also makes note of several attack and vulnerability trends for IM/P2P:
IM worms mutate across network boundaries: Second quarter 2005 saw an increase in the number of IM worms that simultaneously propagated across both public and private IM networks, infecting organisations with both standardised IM clients as well as heterogeneous IM usage.
IM worms undermine end-user security through effective social engineering: IM threats utilise "social engineering" techniques to capitalise on successful infection vectors, using casual chat techniques, trusted buddy lists and end-user vulnerabilities as targets. In other words, they know what you're doing with your IM service.
IM worms infect transparently and are difficult to quarantine: IM worms infect organisations rapidly and transparently, spreading to a large percentage of vulnerable users in less than one hour. IM worms capitalise on real-time protocols which make detection, quarantine, and response a challenge for corporate environments. I think that speaks for itself. These are not slow-moving zombies; these are fast moving little buggers, like the monster in Alien.
IM threats hit critical growth levels: There was an exponential increase in the volume of reported incidents of IM and P2P threats in second quarter 2005, as hackers and virus writers zero in on these programs and their increasingly wide use. And, unfortunately, it's likely these numbers will just keep growing.
With all this data now available on the threats to IM, it's hardly surprising to see more companies offering additional security products to counter this trend. For instance, Trend Micro last week added IM Security for Microsoft Office Live Communications Server, and InterScan Messaging Security Suite. IM Security for Microsoft Office Live Communications Server is designed to prevent recent worms such as Bropia, Kelvir and Fatso from using IM to propagate themselves.
Expect to see more: With a 2,747 percent year-over-year growth rate in IM threats, I'm sure security vendors see a huge opportunity.
New IM bug chats with you IM attacks on the rise


We have been lucky enough to have a visit from Hull FC Rugby Club. Richard and James came to talk to the whole school about the world of Rugby and what it takes to become a professional player and play for a league team or your country. Excitingly, they brought one of the oldest trophies in the world, the Challenge Cup, and the Super League Trophy as well. Bobbie even got to hold one in assembly!


A glaucoma surgeon offers advice for those who wish to begin using the Ex-Press.
Ophthalmologists have been performing incisional filtering surgery on patients with glaucoma for over 100 years. Although this intervention can successfully lower the IOP, filtering surgery's short- and long-term complications have always been a big concern. The full-thickness procedures with punches and trephines in the early 1900s were succeeded by the development of thermosclerostomy and partialthickness flaps in the 1950s and then trabeculectomy with antifibrotic agents in the 1980s. With these changes, ophthalmologists have sought to make filtering surgery more predictable and less complicated. The introduction of the Ex-Press Glaucoma Filtration Device (Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Worth, TX) is one more step in that process.
Surgeons' techniques, however, vary in terms of the location of the conjunctival incisions, the shape of the flap, the size of the sclerostomy, the use of an iridectomy, the closure of the scleral flap, the number of sutures, and conjunctival closure. Differences extend to the management of patients after trabeculectomy. Nevertheless, it is well known that a truly successful filtering procedure is equal parts technically skillful surgery and diligent postoperative management. Given the wide range of approaches to trabeculectomy, it is therefore important for surgeons starting to use the Ex-Press to have sufficient experience with and understanding of "standard" trabeculectomy technique and postoperative care.
First, the surgeon fixates the globe with a superior corneal suture.
Regardless of the surgeon's preference for a limbus- or fornix-based conjunctival flap, its closure must be watertight. He or she therefore must perform careful dissection, take meticulous care of the conjunctiva, and avoid the creation of a buttonhole during the procedure. At the conclusion of surgery, the ophthalmologist must be absolutely certain that the conjunctiva is well closed and not leaking.
It is important to place the mitomycin C posteriorly and away from the limbus to prevent subconjunctival fibrosis. This will reduce limbal ischemia and necrosis of the bleb.
The size and shape of the scleral flap are important with the Ex-Press. A half-thickness rectangular flap that allows for approximately 1 mm of coverage of each side of the device is recommended. This architecture will restrict excessive flow and thus avoid hypotony-induced complications.
Prior to entering the eye, I always create a paracentesis site at either 10 or 2 o'clock, depending on whether I am operating on a left or right eye. The paracentesis serves two purposes. During surgery, it allows me to instill viscoelastic to deepen the anterior chamber as needed. Postoperatively, I find it useful to have a site through which I can reform the anterior chamber if problems arise during the first few days.
The Ex-Press is implanted under the rectangular scleral flap (Figure). The device should be snug when placed through the sclera. I use a 25- or 27-gauge disposable needle at the surgical blue zone of the limbus to make the hole and then pass the Ex-Press injector through sclera, parallel to the iris.
I use 8–0 Vicryl (Ethicon, Inc., Somerville, NJ) to close the scleral flap. I place two sutures at each corner and use the same 8–0 Vicryl to close the conjunctiva.
Postoperative care and management are paramount to successfully lowering the IOP. During the first few days, maintenance of the anterior chamber and the control of inflammation are of primary importance. The judicious use of steroids (for 4-6 weeks), cycloplegics (for 1 week), and topical antibiotics (for 1 week) is essential. After the first 2 weeks, the creation and maintenance of a functional bleb become the top priority. Massage, laser suture lysis, and needling may be necessary during this phase of care. My schedule of postoperative visits for a routine trabeculectomy varies but includes examinations, at a minimum, on days 1, 14, 28, and 42. Some patients, however, come to my office daily for the first 2 weeks.
A successful filtering procedure with or without the Ex-Press requires meticulous surgery and attentive postoperative care. I recommend that ophthalmologists videotape their initial surgeries so that they can critique their performance. For surgeons' early patients, postoperative visits should be frequent to allow the prompt detection of problems and successful intervention.
The Ex-Press has enhanced filtering surgery by standardizing the "hole." It is the rest of the procedure that remains controversial yet critical to achieving successful results.
Richard A. Lewis, MD, is in private practice in Sacramento, California. He is a consultant to Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Dr. Lewis may be reached at (916) 649-1515; rlewiseyemd.yahoo.com.


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Q: Salesforce Shield Decryption When Using API Our application supports reading data from salesforce in a batch form and also as a real time sync. We have been using the salesforce SOAP api and the real time streaming api for the two use cases respectively.
Assuming the salesforce object fields are encrypted using salesforce shield encryption, I would like to know if there are any code changes required for decrypting the data when reading through these api's or is the decryption done transparently by salesforce?

A: Shield protects the data at rest (on the Salesforce servers). It has no effect on if the users can view the data in normal situations. The data is automatically encrypted and decrypted in real-time for you.


Michael Weatherly recently visited Dubrovnik as part of the New Europe Market congress, the largest gathering of TV and media professionals in the region, which this was held in the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace from the 12th to the 15th of June. Weatherly is probably best known as the character Anthony DiNozzo from the popular television series NCIS, however he is also the star of the latest CBS smash hit Bull. Weatherly's wife, Bojana Janković, has roots from the region and together with their two young children they certainly made the most of their time in the city. We caught up with Weatherly (we couldn't stop calling him DiNozzo), to find out what his impressions were of Dubrovnik and his advice to budding actors looking to get their first break. To say he was relaxed would be an understatement, he ever performed an impromptu striptease for our cameraman.
We have already been spotted in an ice-cream shop in Dubrovnik, is this your first time here and what are your impressions?
Yes, it is my first time in Dubrovnik. My wife however has been here before when she was a younger girl, but she hasn't been for many years. We were both in Montenegro a couple of year ago and travelled around the region but this is my first time here. I have been dying to come here because I have a good friend who is an actress from Croatia and she has always been persuading me to come. I have to say she is right – it is incredibly beautiful. The Old City is kept so clean, I have never seen stone so polished in my life.
What was your first impression as you walked into the Old City for the first time?
It is a remarkable city. It was great seeing it for the first time with my children. My son said "it's a castle" and then my daughter added "no, it's a town but the castle must be nearby." Then they were off searching for the castle.
What are the pitfalls of being famous, is it annoying not being able to go anywhere incognito?
To my amazement and great, great appreciation DiNozzo is a character that has resonated with viewers. We had made many seasons of NCIS before it actually became popular internationally. So I had the pleasure of totally anonymity for a very long time and it wasn't until I was in my late thirties that I had the sensation of being famous. It freaks my wife out a bit more than me. I think I had a long time to think about the status of being famous. On a practical level it takes longer to get through airports. Thank god for the fans of the show because without them we wouldn't be where we are now. It never bothers me or frustrates me. I feel terrible for people who become famous when they are in their teens, it must be much harder for them to cope. I had a full, proper life before I became famous, so I guess it was easier for me to cope with stardom.
You aren't worried about the prying eyes of the paparazzi if you caught in a compromising situation?
Well, I am very boring. That would be exciting...I would love to find myself in a compromising situation.
Are there any roles that you would love to do?
When I was a young actor, I was 21 and had a manager in New York who I has just signed with, she sent me to the local cinema to watch as many films as possible. After that she asked what roles resonated with you. I came back and said I didn't really find any, I didn't see myself in any of the movies. We spent a couple of weeks really digging into that and that's when she realised that I was much more comfortable watching Steve Martin movies, Cary Grant movies and David Letterman and that I was somewhere between a comedian, a talk show host and an actor from the 1940's. Which didn't really do me much good in the 1990's. When I look at it now I am sort of the same way. There is so much horror and strangeness in the world that I kind of enjoy taking the load off a little bit. I am just trying to be me, if other people see me as castable in something that's great. I tend to feel like an underdog in many ways, which is to say that I feel like I am still realising a lot of things. I would really like to play a character that we have been trying to develop, who is a journalist. They say in twenty-two episode television that journalists can't be the hero, as they aren't the story they are simply reacting to the actual story. But I think in the new world we live in, were journalists are more important than ever, they become part of the story.
What advice do you have to up and coming actors to get their big break?
Yes, I have two pieces of advice. Firstly be yourself, don't try to be what other people think you should be. And I think this important in all roles of life. Don't force yourself to be different; don't convince people that you are this other version of yourself. You are you, and you are authentic and interesting in your own way and whatever you choose to do it was always be more successful in you are you. And then the second thing is to prepare. If you have to be on set at 7am and you have to leave your house at 6am don't wake up at a quarter to six. Get up at 5am, make a pot of coffee, have a nice long shower and a peaceful time to yourself, get relaxed before the working day.


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Everything you need to know about quitting sugar
By Localiiz Branded | 25 May 2021
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We've all heard it before—sugar is the number one public enemy when it comes to keeping yourself and your children healthy. Yet the combination of our city's unapologetic love affair with desserts and the simple fact that sugar is injected into so many everyday food and drinks makes it all too easy for us to go overboard with the sweet stuff. If you're looking to develop healthier habits and wean yourself off sugar, but are feeling at a bit of a loss as to where to start, don't fret. We've consulted the experts at Bupa Global to give you the low-down on the impact of sugar consumption on our health and how you and your family can cut back!
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What is sugar?
Before you blindly commit yourselves to a life of sugar-less misery, it's important to recognise that not all sugars are made the same. According to Bupa general practitioner Dr Luke Powles, sugar is a simple type of carbohydrate and one of the essential constituents of our food. There are different categories of sugar but the kind that you should really be keeping tabs on, as far its impact on health, is what is referred to as "free sugars," also known as refined or added sugars.
Bupa specialist dietician Bianca Parau explains that these sugars are used to add flavour, preserve, and extend the shelf life of our food, as opposed to naturally occurring sugars in fruit, vegetables, or milk. Containing no vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients, free sugars are commonly found in fizzy drinks, sweets, syrups, honey, biscuits, and cakes, and added into processed foods like ready meals and pre-made sauces.
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Health impact of sugar
Many of us have experienced the proverbial sugar rush and dreaded crash after scarfing down one too many cookies. If you've ever wondered about the reason behind this, it's because free sugars release energy considerably quicker than complex, slow-release carbohydrates like brown rice and sweet potatoes.
Beyond temporary high and slumps, the effects of sugar can run far deeper. Dr Powles points out that too much sugar contributes to weight gain, as excess energy coming into the body is stored as fatty tissue. In the long term, this can lead to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Weight-related issues aside, there is a reason why dentists repeatedly warn children against consuming too much sugar, even at the risk of sounding like a broken record. It's true that too much sugar is a major culprit for tooth decay, but what many people don't realise is that, on top of dental problems, tooth decay is actually a big indication of generalised infection in the body.
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How much sugar is okay?
At this point, you might be biting your nails in dreaded anticipation of having to kick sugar out of your life entirely, but luckily, both Bupa experts express that there is no need to go to such an extreme. "It's not that you can't eat sweet things at all," Dr Powles reassures. "We all need enough glucose in our body to function, and sugar is not carcinogenic on its own. It's all about the quantity."
There's another piece of good news for the hardcore sugar fiends out there. According to Parau, your cravings for sugar will subside as you wean yourself off it, and you will naturally want to eat less of it!
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends reducing free sugars to less than 10 percent of your total energy intake. For practical purposes, Dr Powles suggests sticking to less than 30 grams a day for adults, which equates to seven or eight sugar cubes; and 19 grams, or five sugar cubes, for kids up to six years old. Kids between seven and 10 should have no more than 24 grams.
To put that in a global context, a 2015 study by Euromonitor found that the average Brit consumes around 93.2 grams of sugar per day, ranking seventh-highest in the world. In the United States, people on average get through a staggering 126.4 grams each, while India checks in at just 5.1 grams per person.
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How you can reduce your family's sugar intake
Knowing that we're eating too much sugar is one thing, but how can you go about reducing your family's intake? As busy city hustlers, most of us don't have the time and energy to track every gram of sugar in the food we consume. So as a general rule of thumb, Dr Powles recommends trying as hard as possible to eat less chocolate, sweets, buns, and cakes. Basically, things that logic suggests are loaded sugar bombs.
Parau says it's best to stick to whole and natural foods, which have naturally occurring sugars to satisfy your cravings. As added sugar always manages to creep its way into processed food, it's best to avoid them where possible and cook from scratch instead. When you're shopping for groceries, get into the habit of reading nutrition labels, so you can understand what is in the products that you're buying.
For families, a good place to start is by replacing fizzy drinks and sugary squash with sugar-free alternatives, low-fat milk, or diluted fruit juice. Little changes you make can also go a long way, like avoiding taking sugar in hot drinks or adding it to your breaking cereal, or cutting out things like jam, syrup, and honey.
As much as it may be difficult for you and your family at first, as you wean them off added sugar, their tastebuds will gradually adapt and get used to it. Dr Powles recommends reducing the amount gradually. And if you're really struggling to transition off excess sugar, consider using artificial sweeteners in moderation.
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Khazal Should Be Listed as 'Specially Designated Terrorist': US Expert
by Michael Vincent
ABC Radio (Australia)
http://schanzer.pundicity.com/1812/khazal-should-be-listed-as-specially-designated-terrorist
DAVID HARDAKER: To the case of the brothers Bilal and Maher Khazal, who've been convicted in absentia by a military court in Lebanon for allegedly supporting terrorism.
Without an extradition request from Lebanon, the Australian Government appears powerless to take action against the brothers and while the Khazals have mounted a strong defence against their conviction, some commentators believe that it's open to the US Government to play a role in the case of Bilal Khazal, by having him listed as a "specially designated terrorist".
Michael Vincent reports.
MICHAEL VINCENT: Osama bin Laden and all of his deputies are listed as "specially designated terrorists", and Jonathan Schanzer from the conservative Washington Institute for near east policy believes Sydney man Bilal Khazal should be listed next.
JONATHAN SCHANZER: Basically it gives the United States Government carte blanche to begin to look into the finances of individuals, to look into their network, to look into really any sort of ties that they might have to al-Qaeda in order to take action against them. In other words, you know, if they wanted to launch a more significant investigation into him and into his cohorts, this would essentially allow US law enforcement to do so.
MICHAEL VINCENT: The case in Lebanon against Khazal centred on financial transfers to a man which the military court said was connected with the terrorist group Asbat al-Ansar, but Khazal's Australian lawyers say the money was intended for charity, and have described the process as a kangaroo court.
However, Jonathan Schanzer believes anyone connected to Asbat al-Ansar should be of serious concern.
JONATHAN SCHANZER: I believe that the affiliate groups of al-Qaeda, such as Asbat al-Ansar, should be a major priority for the United States because these groups are really the pools from which al-Qaeda will get its next generation of fighters, however right now Washington, I believe, is more concerned with what's happening in Afghanistan, what's happening in Iraq.
I think that if you wanted to see action on it, if you wanted to see movement, you would probably have to see Kenber (phonetic) and make a direct appeal to Washington to begin to look into Khazal and some of the other Australians that have been involved in this Lebanese terrorist organisation.
MICHAEL VINCENT: Do you think it's enough to have Bilal Khazal listed as a specially designated terrorist on the basis of this military tribunal's finding in Lebanon?
JONATHAN SCHANZER: Well, I think that it's a good place to start. I think you can also look at, there are also some documents out there that link Bilal Khazal to the Madrid cell, the terrorist cell that was uncovered last year in Spain. In other words, Khazal seems to have many, many links to terrorist organisations and terrorist activities. I think, you know, if you start to put it together, which is what I did in my policy piece, it becomes very, very clear that this is a man that, at least on the surface, appears to have significant ties to al-Qaeda, and that should be of major concern to the international community.
MICHAEL VINCENT: But Bilal Khazal's Australian lawyer, Chris Murphy, has attacked the proposal for his client to be listed.
CHRIS MURPHY: This man has committed, or these men have committed no crimes in Australia, they've been interviewed 23 times by ASIO. We have abundant laws in place to pursue any criminal sanctions that may be available or civil. What I find absolutely disgusting is that John Howard says, well look, he hasn't done anything wrong here, let's go somewhere else where they make a finding that our courts can't make. This is very, very much a desertion of what we hold, what we hold fair, and what we value as part of our civil set-up.
DAVID HARDAKER: Bilal Khazal's lawyer, Chris Murphy, ending that report from Michael Vincent.
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Q: Spring Batch - Executing multiple instances of a job at same time I have a clarification.
Is it possible for us to run multiple instances of a job at the same time.
Currently, we have single instance of a job at any given time.
If it is possible, please let me know how to do it.

A: Yes you can. Spring Batch distinguishes jobs based on the JobParameters. So if you always pass different JobParameters to the same job, you will have multiple instances of the same job running.
A simple way is just to add a UUID parameter to each request to start a job.
Example:
final JobParametersBuilder jobParametersBuilder = new JobParametersBuilder();
jobParametersBuilder.addString("instance_id", UUID.randomUUID().toString(), true);
jobLauncher.run(job,jobParametersBuilder.toJobParameters());

The boolean 'true' at the end signal to Spring Batch to use that parameter as part of the 'identity' of the instance of the job, so you will always get new instances with each 'run' of the job.

A: Yes you can very much run tasks in parallel as also documented here
But there are certain things to be considered

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*Does your application logic needs parallel execution? Because if if you are going to run steps in parallel, you would have to take care and build application logic so that the work done by parallel steps is not overlapping (Unless that is the intention of your application)

A: Yes, it's completely possible to have multiple instances (or executions) of a job run concurrently.


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We have had lots of fun learning and playing outside with our new equipment.
We have been thinking about partitioning numbers into tens and ones.
In literacy we have been learning to use the prefix 'un' to change the meaning of words.


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Mahmoud Abdelghany
Mahmoud has been your run of the mill consultant for over a decade now. He had/has the privilege of working for numerous industries ranging from airlines to the financial sector.
In the rest of his waking hours, he tinkers around with games and emulators. Most recently, he spent about 4 years on the djoom3 project, and reaffirms that he has learned more in those 4 years than his whole career.
Fallacies of Doom - Lessons learned from porting Doom 3 to Java
While Java has grown enormously over the years, the fundamentals have stagnated.
The motivation for this talk and underlying project, was the following question: why is Java, with its 20 years of age, and (at least) 6 billion running JVM's not a major player in the video-game development universe?
So, everybody knows the Doom games, right? Every new installment brought brand new ideas, and groundbreaking graphics. But more importantly, they brought the source code of the prior installment to the eye of the public.
Naturally people have played and hacked the code to oblivion, as much as they played the games themselves. And I have the honor to be one of those people.
I (naively) endeavored to port the Doom 3 C++ code to our fantabulous Java. In doing so, I hoped to learn, among other things, more about 3D graphics. …what I didn't expect though, was for djoom3 (cool name huh!) to teach me more about Java!?
Aside from the basic game development intro, this talk focuses on the following:
– Some areas where Java should learn from its nemesis, C++
– Other areas where the student (Java) becomes the master (C++)
– And some promises that were made, but never kept.


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Q: Concatenate multiple strings in R I want to concatenate the below urls, I have written a below function to concatenate all the urls:
library(datetime)
library(lubridate)

get_thredds_url<- function(mon, hr){
  a <-"http://abc.co.in/"
  b <-"thredds/path/"
  c <-paste0("%02d", ymd_h(mon))
  d <-paste0(strftime(datetime_group, format="%Y%m%d%H"))
  e <-paste0("/gfs.t%sz.pgrb2.0p25.f%03d",(c, hr))
  url <-paste0(a,b,b,d)
  return (url)
}

mon = datetime(2017, 9, 26, 0)
hr = 240

url = get_thredds_url(mon,hr)
print (url)

But I am getting below error when I execute the definition of get_thredds_url():

Error: unexpected ',' in:
        "  d<-paste0(strftime(datetime_group, format="%Y%m%d%H"))
      e<-paste0("/gfs.t%sz.pgrb2.0p25.f%03d",(c,"
      url <-paste0(a,b,b,d)
Error in paste0(a, b, b, d) : object 'a' not found
    return (url)
      Error: no function to return from, jumping to top level
  }
      Error: unexpected '}' in "}"

What is wrong with my function and how can I solve this?
The final output should be:
http://abc.co.in/thredds/path/2017092600/gfs.t00z.pgrb2.0p25.f240

A: It was a bit messy to figure out what it is, you're trying to do. There seem to be quite a couple of contradicting pieces in your code, especially compared to your wanted final output. Therefore, I decided to focus on the wanted output and the inputs you provided in your variables.
get_thredds_url <- function(yr, mnth, day, hrs1, hrs2){
  part1 <- "http://abc.co.in/"
  part2 <- "thredds/path/"

  ymdh  <- c(yr, formatC(c(mnth, day, hrs1), width=2, flag="0"))
  part3 <- paste0(ymdh, collapse="")

  pre4  <- formatC(hrs1, width=2, flag="0")
  part4 <- paste0("/gfs.t", pre4, "z.pgrb2.0p25.f", hrs2)
  return(paste0(part1, part2, part3, part4))
}

get_thredds_url(2017, 9, 26, 0, 240)
# [1] "http://abc.co.in/thredds/path/2017092600/gfs.t00z.pgrb2.0p25.f240"

The key is using paste0() appropriately and I think formatC() may be new to some people (including me).
formatC() is used here to pad zeros in front of the number you provide, and thus makes sure that 9 is converted to 09, whereas 12 remains 12.
Note that this answer is in base R and does not require additional packages.
Also note that you should not use url and c as variable names. These names are already reserved for other functionalities in R. By using them as variable names, you are overwriting their actual purpose, which can (will) lead to problems at some point down the road

A: Using sprintf allows more control of values being inserted into string
library(lubridate)
get_thredds_url<- function(mon, hr){
  sprintf("http://abc.co.in/thredds/path/%s/gfs.t%02dz.pgrb2.0p25.f%03d",
          strftime(mon, format = "%Y%m%d%H", tz = "UTC"),
          hour(mon),
          hr)
}

mon <- make_datetime(2017, 9, 26, 0, tz = "UTC")
hr <- 240

get_thredds_url(mon, hr)
[1] "http://abc.co.in/thredds/path/2017092600/gfs.t00z.pgrb2.0p25.f240"


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Jessie Singer
My Official Ranking of Taylor Swift's Albums
In honor of Swift's release of Red (Taylor's Version), please enjoy this official (and totally subjective) ranking of all of her albums.
9. Debut (2006)
Look, Taylor was only 16 years old when she released her debut album, so it still is an incredible feat. However, even with hits like Our Song and Teardrops on my Guitar, this album can't hold its weight against her newer masterpieces.
8. Reputation (2017)
Reputation is Swift's edgiest album, and it definitely served a purpose in enabling her to rebrand her image. However, the lyricism is simply not as complex or masterful as her other albums, therefore earning Reputation this 8th place spot.
7. Evermore (2020)
Don't get me wrong - with songs like Champagne Problems and No Body No Crime, Evermore can certainly hold its own. However, I am forced to conclude that as a whole, Evermore is merely an inferior version of its sister album Folklore, and is consequently not an album I would choose to listen to on a regular basis.
6. Fearless (2008)
One listen to Fearless immediately transports Swift fans back to their childhoods with nostalgic tracks such as Love Story, Fifteen, and You Belong With Me. Not to mention that the Taylor's Version rerecording is incredible. This album definitely deserves to be praised, and placing it this low is only a testimony to the genius of Taylor's other works.
5. 1989 (2014)
1989 is an iconic masterpiece of pop. Marking the shift in Swift's career from country-style music to hardcore pop, 1989 charted a record five top 10 billboard hits. I know that a lot of Taylor listeners might be angry at a seemingly low 5th place ranking, but the album is a little bit too overplayed to earn a higher spot on my list.
4. Lover (2019)
Lover is fun, Lover is uplifting, Lover is catchy. Now, you may be thinking - "well so is 1989!" However, what Lover possesses that 1989 doesn't is a sleek, lyrical delicacy that intertwines with bouncy pop in an unprecedented fashion. This album is unique and masterful, and is deserving of more credit than it's often given.
3. Red (2012)
I'm not going to lie to you, half the reason that Red is ranked so highly is because her best-ever song (in my opinion), All Too Well, finds its home on this album. However, other songs on the album, such as State of Grace, Treacherous, and Holy Ground are masterful as well, all equipped with a sleek, pop-y, lyrical touch. Taylor's rerecording of this album made history with 90.8 million global opening-day Spotify streams, and the new 10-minute version of All Too Well is arguably one of the best songs of the decade.
2. Folklore (2020)
Folklore is truly a masterpiece of lyricism and poise. The release of this surprise album was truly a landmark in Taylor Swift's career, introducing listeners to her new indie-folk era. Folklore's slower, more lyrical style may not be for everyone, but the album's brilliance and lyrical excellence shows her progression as a songwriter in a way that cannot be denied.
1. Speak Now (2010)
Speak Now doesn't possess the lyrical genius of Folklore, nor the pop perfection of 1989 or melodic beauty of Red. However, Speak Now is still worthy of the top spot in this ranking not because it does any one thing the best, but because it does it all. Simultaneously, the album is lyrically masterful, fun and upbeat, melodramatic, tear-jerking, and representative of the versatility and timelessness of Taylor Swift as an artist. Speak Now is iconic, fun, and an ageless classic, with a special shout out to tracks such as Back to December, Better Than Revenge, and Enchanted. I predict that once Taylor rerecords this album, it will quickly claim the top spot in many other rankings as well.


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Gerhard Schulz (* 1950) ist ein deutscher Brigadegeneral der Luftwaffe a. D. Er war zuletzt General Zentrum für Weiterentwicklung der Luftwaffe im Luftwaffenamt.

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Schulz trat 1970 als Wehrpflichtiger in die Luftwaffe der Bundeswehr ein und wurde Offizieranwärter. Von 1973 bis 1976 studierte er Elektrotechnik (Diplom-Ingenieur) an der Universität der Bundeswehr in Neubiberg. 1976 durchlief er die Ausbildung zum Feuerleitoffizier am Waffensystem HAWK an der Raketenschule der Luftwaffe in Fort Bliss, Texas.

Danach wurde er verschieden verwendet, bis er von 1983 bis 1985 den Generalstabslehrgang (L) an der Führungsakademie der Bundeswehr (FüAkBw) in Hamburg absolvierte, wofür er mit der "Ehrenmedaille General von Clausewitz" der Clausewitz-Gesellschaft ausgezeichnet wurde. Er war dann bei einem Flugabwehrraketenbataillon stationiert und wurde 1988 als Grundsatzreferent für Luftverteidigungsplanungen in das Bundesministerium der Verteidigung (BMVg) in Bonn versetzt, war im Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgien und im Planungsstab des Bundesministers der Verteidigung tätig. Später war er u. a. stellvertreter Kommandeur und Chef des Stabes der 1. Luftwaffendivision in Karlsruhe. 2001 wurde er Referatsleiter im BMVg.

Von 2005 bis 2008 war er als Kommandeur der Offizierschule der Luftwaffe (OSLw) in Fürstenfeldbruck eingesetzt. 2008 ging er an das Allied Joint Force Command Naples (JFC Naples) in Neapel, Italien und war von 2011 bis 2012 General Zentrum für Weiterentwicklung der Luftwaffe im Luftwaffenamt (LwA) in Köln.

Er ging 2012 als Brigadegeneral in den Ruhestand. Er war 2. Vorsitzender der Gneisenau Gesellschaft der Offizierschulde der Luftwaffe e. V. in Fürstenfeldbruck.

Auszeichnungen
 1985: Ehrenmedaille General von Clausewitz

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Brigadegeneral (Luftwaffe der Bundeswehr)
Kommandeur der Offizierschule der Luftwaffe
Militärperson (NATO)
Träger der Ehrenmedaille General von Clausewitz
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The dome on the heritage-listed courthouse at Kalgoorlie-Boulder has been refurbished with locals raising funds to have it gilded.
A group of local businessmen and politicians have lobbied since late last year for the dome of the building to be gilded in a bid to draw tourists to the region.
Businessman Doug Daws says once the project is completed it should reinforce the role gold has played in shaping the region's history.
"It's the highest point that we've got in our city," he said.
"It will be visible from a long way around and it will just emphasise how valuable, unique and important gold has been for us and has been for the Australian economy."


'Grow Creative' is an international youth exchange that took place on October 6-17, 2015.
Many things were happening every day. We learned some NLP and coaching tools, and had many interactive presentations and discussions. We played different roles,and had new exercises and energizers every day. Many activities were created and led by the participants. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us!
We used many different ways of communication, mingling and cooperation. Our mutual understanding and unity reached ones of its highest peaks during the cultural evening. Each country presented the best of its culture: artistic performances, traditional dances, national habits, and delicious cuisine. And we saw creativity boosting! Altogether it made the event so intense, exciting and remarkable.
All these 11 days Dharma Hostel was our home, sweet home. It provided us with beautiful Adriatic Sea view, comfortable rooms, vegetarian food, yoga classes in the morning, and very friendly and hospitable staff. We also went out to explore Rijeka, and it was a lot of fun with some unexpected discoveries. Sometimes the things were not easy, and we needed support of each other. Sometimes we went out of our comfort zones, but always came back to our Cozy Area. And eventually team work proved that everything is possible, we got impressive results and had a great time together!


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Champagne, Uncorked
The House of Krug and the Timeless Allure of the World's Most Celebrated Drink
Alan Tardi
Champagne is the epitome of effervescence, the centerpiece of celebration, and a symbol of good fortune. It has become an icon, a symbol of luxury, an emblem of the "good life," and few are not attracted to its sparkle.
Champagne, Uncorked is a journey into the heart of this beloved wine, anchored by the year the author spent inside the very secretive, prestigious Krug winery in Reims, France. It tells the dramatic story of the creation of the Grande Cuvée, one of the most distinctive and high quality champagnes in the world, from the growing of the grapes to the challenges of harvest, through fermentation in old wood barrels, to the extended process of tasting and analyzing the wines which eventually result in the determination of the all-important final blend.
During the course of the narrative, Alan Tardi jumps backwards and forwards in time, telling a larger story about the history and cultural impact of champagne. He reveals how we came to use champagne to celebrate (hint: we can all thank Napoleon) and introduces Eugene Mercier of Dom Perignon, who in 1889 built the "Cathedral of Champagne," one of the first modern examples of brand marketing: the largest wine cask in the world, holding about 200,000 bottles' worth of bubbly, it debuted at the Paris World's Fair that year as the second most popular exhibit (the first being the unveiling of the Eiffel Tower). He also regales us with the story of "Champagne Charlie," the first person to bring champagne to America, who was paid for his champagne in embargoed cotton during the Civil War and who was thanked for his effervescent contribution with the deed to a little town called Denver, Colorado.
In Champagne, Uncorked, Tardi is our guide, taking us into the fields of France to learn how finicky grapes in an unstable climate can lead to a nail-biting season for the vintners, and deep into the caves at Krug, where the delicate and painstaking process of blending takes place, all of which culminates in the glass we raise to toast in celebration of life's finer moments. You'll never raise a glass of champagne the same way again.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY MAR 14, 2016
Food and wine writer Tardi (Romancing the Vine) takes an uncritical approach to an, admittedly, rarely criticized wine. The book begins with the 2012 harvest and gives readers an unprecedented look into the process of crushing grapes, fermenting, tasting, blending, bottling, and aging that leads to the Krug Grande Cuv e, one of the most prestigious non-vintage champagnes on the market. A second thread carries readers from the earliest days of Champagne as a wine-growing region of monks and small farms, through a developing landscape of personalities and world events, to the modern state of the drink as a luxury good, highly regulated and, though still created by many family vineyards, often controlled by massive corporations. While the handling of Krug often reads as embellished advertising, the details of the winemaking process, as well as the stories of the region's history, are compelling and interesting. The language vacillates between simple and technical, sometimes leaving a reader to wonder who Tardi's intended audience is, but the work carries a wealth of information for a reader at any level of wine expertise and is more accessible than the Grande Cuv e, if not quite as effervescent.
PublicAffairs
Hachette Digital, Inc.
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Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220 Review
Patrick Nosker June 13, 2009 0
It's been a while guys… sorry about the lack of news and reviews lately but I'm trying to work on more stories in the near future.
As for some news, Ultimate Ears was acquired by Logitech so now add UE buds to the Logitech family of products when you're thinking about who to buy new earbuds from. They're still made the same way though, so no worries. They were kind enough to send me a pair of MetroFi 220's to take a look at.
At around $70 MSRP, these are the cheapest earbuds I have reviewed on this site. The question that remains is: Do these cheaper buds compare with Ultimate Ears' higher end single driver and multidriver earbuds? To answer that question I turned to my test tracks. These earbuds changed considerably between my first listen and around 20 hours after first listening. The first listen brought out low bass and a boring soundstage. In fact, they sounded worse than a set of Sony Fontopia MDX-ER51LP earbuds I got years ago. Luckily, after around 15-20 hours passed, the soundstage was widened and the bass response was tight and punchy. It might have been a little overwhelming eventually, so I equalized the bass down to what I felt were normal levels. The clarity of the buds is good. Not great, like with a multidriver unit, but still good for a single driver.
Was it as good as the UE StudioFi 4's or 5's? No, but the fit was more comfortable than the SF 4's, and the price was much less than the SF 5's. Overall, it's a reasonably priced for a good set of earbuds. You shouldn't be disappointed for the cost, but a better option might be the Etymotic ER-6i's which have a wider soundstage (but less comfortable fit), and the street price is about the same as for these. Still, if you can pick the MetroFi 220's up for under $60, they are probably the earbuds I would buy. I wish I could compare them to the Metro.fi 170's but I have no experience for them.
Consensus:
Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220 – 7.5/10
[Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220] – $79.99
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As we get older, our bodies tend to wear down, which can end up causing us pain. According to the National Institutes of Health, many seniors experience chronic neck or back pain that can affect the quality of their daily life. Back pain and neck tension can be exacerbated by other chronic diseases. Fortunately, there are several ways to alleviate back pain through physical activity.
A very important rule to remember at any stage in life is to have good posture. Slouching or scrunching of the shoulders can lead to an array of problems such as back and neck stress. To avoid slouching, keep shoulders back and upright with the chest forward. Pull the chin straight and eyes forward to stay sitting upright. The best way to stay in good posture is to keep the hips, back, shoulders and neck aligned and stacked. An erect, neutral position is a great way to avoid stress on the muscles.
To stand or sit in an erect position, imagine a straight line running through your body aligning the ears, knees, hips, ankles and shoulders. Another method to be straighter is to squeeze the shoulder blades together slightly, pushing the chest upward and out. Do this and hold for five seconds. Release and repeat three to four times.
What holds our bodies upright stems from our core. A stronger core can help you have better posture. Exercises that strengthen the abdominal muscles can also protect the back and spine. Almost every movement requires use of your core. The core on a body is comprised of several different muscles, from the abdominals to the entire torso and pelvic area. It is important that seniors do not lift heavy items using their back muscles to avoid injury. If you must lift something heavy, pick it up using core muscles and legs by bending the knees and keeping the back straight.
When it comes to senior fitness, stretching is an essential activity that can affect the way you sit or stand. Some studies have shown that yoga for seniors can help reduce back and neck pain by keeping the joints and muscles from getting stiff. Particularly for those who suffer from lower back pain, yoga can reduce stress and chronic discomfort in just a short amount of time.


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Coronavirus and the Gig Economy
A protester holds a sign at an Amazon building during the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in the Staten Island borough of New York City, March 30, 2020. (Jeenah Moon/Reuters) A pandemic hasn't completely suspended the operation of economics in the labor market. Quite the opposite.
It takes only one bad experience with a business to sour a potential customer forever. One attempt at buying something online from Lowe's was enough, and I do not expect to try again. General Motors is dead to me. "We know that you have a choice when you fly!"— oh, if I had a real choice, it wouldn't be you, American Airlines.
It is easy to blow it. One of the easiest ways to blow it is by hiring the wrong people, and the easiest way to do that is by losing the right ones.
That fact has to be on the minds of a great many corporate managers right now, especially managers of retail businesses and home-delivery services whose customers are very much emotionally primed to receive a lasting impression of Instacart, Amazon, and a few other firms that suddenly find themselves serving as critical outlets in a largely shuttered economy. This is an important time for many of those businesses — and the employees know it.
The suits had better listen.
Instacart workers organized a strike of sorts, demanding more money — and more hand sanitizer. The Philadelphia Inquirer describes the Instacart strike as "radical" in that the workers in question are "gig" contractors, not regular employees and not union members. A strike by non-employees may seem radical, but it is a textbook example of a dynamic that has long been understood by law-and-economics scholars: Formal legal rights and standing often matter less than pure economics. The government doesn't really decide if you can strike effectively — the market does.
For all the power United Auto Workers has, it could not in the long term dictate wages and benefits for its members that would cause the manufacturers to make losses; even without formal protections, gig workers have the power to command higher wages when demand for their work increases — and it is increasing right now.
The group organizing the Instacart action, Gig Workers Collective, a 501(c)(3) organization, does not enjoy the formal power of a labor union; it has no real legal status and does not engage in collective bargaining under federal labor law. And none of that matters. What matters is whether Instacart gets my Red Bull, Advil, and asparagus here in a timely and reliable fashion. And it needs good people to get that done.
(A little free PR advice, too: Don't make your food-handling employees beg for hand sanitizer during an epidemic.)
The great economist Ronald Coase wrote a lot about "transaction costs." In one very famous article, "The Problem of Social Cost," he posited (forgive my simplification) that where transaction costs are low, disputes should produce economically efficient results irrespective of who is legally entitled to what. ("With costless market transactions, the decision of the courts concerning liability for damage would be without effect on the allocation of resources.") In "The Nature of the Firm," Coase dealt in part with the fact that transaction costs are not low: Businesses hire people to work eight hours a day knowing full well that their employees will not (and cannot) make maximum productive use of every minute of those eight hours and that there are other efficiencies in maintaining full-time staff; they keep regular employees instead of bidding out every task because the inefficiencies of recruiting and managing contractors are in many cases greater than the inefficiencies of keeping employees. You don't always know when it is, precisely, that you are going to need Bob to do whatever it is that Bob does, and, in real-world organizations, people perform work beyond their formal job descriptions. So you hire a Bob rather than bidding out bobjobs every time a bobjob pops up.
For much of the 19th and 20th centuries, the efficiencies that large, rigorously managed organizations could wring out of their resources (human and otherwise) tended to favor the creation of large firms, to the extent that some people came to believe that monopolies were natural and inevitable and — in many cases — desirable, eliminating "destructive competition" and the replication of effort, all those 23 different kinds of deodorant that keep Senator Sanders up at night. (His admirers less so.) But information technology and other developments reduced transaction costs of many kinds, which changed the nature of the firm. "Outsourcing" is used as a synonym for "moving the factory to China," but originally it referred to transferring in-house operations to third-party contractors, beginning with things such as custodial work and building maintenance that are not part of a company's core mission. It became more efficient for one janitorial company to clean 20 offices than for 20 firms to each maintain their own janitorial staffs. In some cases, this left the workers themselves no better off than they had been, while in other cases it left them better off, with higher wages and more security thanks to a portfolio of clients. But it did often mean fewer full-time jobs performing a given task — that's where the gains in efficiency often came from.
The so-called gig economy is another evolutionary episode in the nature of the firm, one also based largely on technological developments — smartphones and apps. (It has been just shy of 13 years since the first iPhone was sold — the pace of change has been extraordinary.) The smartphone has allowed firms to offload a lot of labor onto their customers (you do the work of depositing your own checks, getting your own boarding pass, etc.) and to benefit from a quasi-independent work force that can be rallied or idled — in theory — in an instant. Lower-wage workers will always have relatively weak negotiating positions (that is why they are lower-wage workers) but transaction costs have gone down for them, too: They have more flexibility and choice, and they have the technological tools to organize themselves in a sophisticated and effective manner. The picket line is passé — in the gig economy, your work force can simply — poof!—vanish. Firms obviously still have a great deal of power compared with an individual gig worker or to a few dozen organized gig workers, but it is not the case that all of the advantages have accrued to the employers over the employees.
And the employers had better take that to heart. An embarrassing labor shortage in the current context could be a brand-killer. The gig workers have some new power at the moment, and they should use it. On the flip side, they must incorporate into their calculations the fact that more than 3 million people have just filed new unemployment claims — there is supply coming into the market. These things get complicated. That's what negotiations are for.
Efforts to shame workers in warehouses and grocery stores and delivery vans into selflessly putting off demands for better wages and conditions because of the coronavirus epidemic are wrongheaded. These are precisely the times that show how important it is to have good people in those jobs. The smart companies know that, but it is easy to forget when things return to normal. (Which they will.) Labor markets work, and they work both ways. The people in the warehouses and on the overnight stocking crews don't need a high-five from their customers — they get paid in money.
So pay them.
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When shopping for fertilizers, you'll see a ratio with three numbers printed on the package. This is the N-P-K ratio, and it indicates what percentage of the fertilizer consists of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Most lawn fertilizers have an N-P-K ratio that is high in nitrogen, which is the nutrient that leads to vigorous growth and a bright green color in lawns. A starter fertilizer, on the other hand, is high in phosphorus, which promotes strong root growth. It's best to test your soil's major nutrients before applying a starter fertilizer, because some soils are naturally high in phosphorus.
Choosing a starter fertilizer is based more on soil conditions than what type of grass you are planting. If you determine that your lawn needs additional phosphorus, then a standard starter fertilizer works well with bahia sod. As a general rule, choose a slow-release fertilizer and apply no more than 1 pound of actual nitrogen and at least 1 pound of phosphorus per 1,000 square feet before laying sod. For example, a starter fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 5-10-5 would be applied at a rate of 20 pounds per 1,000 square feet. If the starter fertilizer has an N-P-K ratio of 16-20-0, use 6 pounds per square feet.
The starter fertilizer must be applied before laying bahia sod. Phosphorous does not readily move through the soil, so it needs to be mixed in rather than simply scattered across the lawn area. Spread the fertilizer evenly over the planting surface, then work it into the top 2 to 4 inches of soil. A rototiller works well for this task. After the fertilizer has all been incorporated, grade the soil one last time with a water ballast roller. This will firm up the soil and provide a good surface for laying sod.
Bahia grass has low fertilizer needs, requiring 2 to 3 pounds of actual nitrogen per year. This should be spread out in 2 to 4 different applications from the time the lawn greens up in the spring through fall. If you're using a standard lawn fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 32-0-4, this means applying a total of 6 1/4 pounds of the fertilizer for each 1,000 square feet over the course of the year. For the first year after laying sod, remember to take the amount of nitrogen in the starter fertilizer into account for your calculations. In soils with a pH higher than 7.0, Bahia grass may turn yellow from iron deficiency. This can be remedied by applying a soluble iron source such as ferrous sulfate. Apply ferrous sulfate at a rate of 2 ounces dissolved in 3 to 5 gallons of water per 1,000 square feet, every six weeks.
Baker, Marissa. "What Kind of Starter Fertilizer Should I Use for Bahia Sod?" Home Guides | SF Gate, http://homeguides.sfgate.com/kind-starter-fertilizer-should-use-bahia-sod-104960.html. Accessed 18 April 2019.


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Published: May 21 2013 21:30
James Righton says Keira Knightley marriage will not affect Klaxons
James Righton recently married Keira Knightley
He says that the marriage will not affect the Klaxons
Jamie Reynolds says the wedding was a great day all round
It seems strange to think that any of the fans of the British band the Klaxons would now have a different opinion of the band, after the marriage of James Righton to Hollywood star Keira Knightley. After all, James and Keira have dated for well over a year now, so it is not like the relationship is new.
Keira Knightley with husband James Righton
Righton explained to NME, "I just fell in love with someone who happens to be amazing. We had a beautiful wedding and there was a lot of love. The music is the music. That thing is going to be there because of who she is but I'd say we're a pretty established band."
Meanwhile, the rest of the Klaxons lads attended the big day, with Jamie Reynolds admitting that it was a fantastic day for all involved. He said, "It was the greatest day ever, it was fantastic. We're still high from it. It was about two weeks ago, it was a big party."
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James Righton and Keira Knightley married earlier this month in an intimate ceremony in France. While the couple enjoyed the post wedding honeymoon period, it is now well and truly over, as the Klaxons performed at The Great Escape in Brighton over the weekend.
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Jerry Lee Lewis transferred to a rehab center after suffering a stroke
Updated: 10:31 AM CDT Mar 19, 2019
Jerry Lee Lewis has been transferred to a rehabilitation center after spending two weeks in the hospital following a stroke, his publicist, Zach Farnum, said."Jerry Lee Lewis is expected to fully recover with aggressive and intensive rehab," Dr. Rohini Bhole, Lewis' neurologist, said. "From what I have seen thus far, he is heading in the right direction."Lewis will cancel three upcoming appearances, including one on April 28 at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival."The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer greatly appreciates the prayers and well wishes he's received from fans all over the world," his publicist said. "He wants them to know he can't wait to get back on stage and into the studio to make his Gospel record."Lewis, 83, is best known for his 1950s rockabilly hits "Great Balls of Fire" and "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On."Born in Louisiana, he taught himself to play the piano at age 9, and a few years later, he gave his first public performance.In 1986, he was inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.The-CNN-Wire
Jerry Lee Lewis has been transferred to a rehabilitation center after spending two weeks in the hospital following a stroke, his publicist, Zach Farnum, said.
"Jerry Lee Lewis is expected to fully recover with aggressive and intensive rehab," Dr. Rohini Bhole, Lewis' neurologist, said. "From what I have seen thus far, he is heading in the right direction."
Lewis will cancel three upcoming appearances, including one on April 28 at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
"The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer greatly appreciates the prayers and well wishes he's received from fans all over the world," his publicist said. "He wants them to know he can't wait to get back on stage and into the studio to make his Gospel record."
Lewis, 83, is best known for his 1950s rockabilly hits "Great Balls of Fire" and "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On."
Born in Louisiana, he taught himself to play the piano at age 9, and a few years later, he gave his first public performance.
In 1986, he was inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Lovely, it's like that quote from Shawshank Redemtion; "Time continued to pass – the the oldest trick in the book, and maybe the only one that really is magic".
I'm jealous of your summer. I woke up to a snowstorm this morning. I'm dying for summer so I can hit the mountains with just my tent and dog. Also, I'm jealous of this: the pages of the dozen novels I've read since Christmas. A dozen! Impressive.
You wouldn't be jealous of the humidity Jen! I can't remember the last time I had even a sheet over the top of me when trying to sleep. But the novel reading has been sooooo gooood — my kids are finally old enough to get it, and if I added in the novels they had read these holidays we'd probably have a dozen each! So lucky to have children who are readers…though I do tell them, "If you love someone, let them read".


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As darkness descends, your current setting is a golden desert where you will find yourself surrounded by cacti as you listen to natural sounds for clues on the direction to go with hummingbirds whistling and your assistance in claiming the top rewards coming from coyotes howling whenever the full moon appears.
For those unaware, the Coyote Moon video slot is an all-time classic which has been developed by International Gaming Technology (IGT). It's proven to be extremely popular at both brick-and-mortar and online casinos, and no wonder, as it's essentially a clone of the Wolf Run slot machine which is one of their most played casino slot machines.
This means it boasts a structure of 5 reels with 4 rows of symbols and 40 adjustable win lines. While you can play for free here with no download necessary, those of you who want to be howling in celebration at winning real cash can play with all win lines active from 20p up to a maximum of £200 due to the coin denominations ranging from 1p to £5 for each line.
Despite being one of the most popular IGT releases, Coyote Moon may surprise many of you with the lack of bonus features it contains with only Stacked Wild symbols and a free spins bonus game included – I guess it's so popular due to its simplicity!
You won't want to get too close to the coyotes as they eat almost anything and might fancy sinking their razor-sharp teeth into you. Instead, you'll be hoping to see them in the distance howling against the full moon as this view acts as the Stacked Wild symbol. It appears on all five reels with the ability to substitute for all symbols aside from the Scattered Ancient Singing Coyote symbol, plus it is also the highest-paying symbol on the pay table as it sees you howl in delight at wins worth up to 1,000 coins.
As you explore the desert you will come across cow skulls that are worth up to 250 coins, the same value that locating lizards in the forests will earn you. The beautiful sight of hummingbirds flying and whistling in the sky sees you enjoy high-flying wins of up to 400 coins, the same amount you'll receive when you see deer which are ultimately going to be the coyote's choice of meal for the evening.
The playing card symbols have been designed with a Native American twist with the Ace and King symbols seeing you claim up to 150 coins while the Queen, Jack, 10 and 9 symbols see you win up to 100 coins.
The quirky red Ancient Singing Coyote symbol represents the Bonus symbol in this free Coyote Moon slot machine and if you land it on the second, third and fourth reels at the same time you'll trigger the free spins bonus game.
I'll pray for your sake that you read this review or take a look at the pay table before spinning the night way on Coyote Moon chasing this feature as you'll be most disappointed otherwise.
You'll receive an instant win worth 2x your stake along with just 5 measly free spins. These free spins play out on a different set of reels with the symbols revamped with a purple hue to signify the night time setting but they retain their payouts from the base game.
While it's possible to retrigger the feature until a maximum of 255 free spins have been played (you'd have to be extremely lucky to get anywhere near this amount) and there are more Stacked Wilds on the reels, it's highly doubtful that this feature will have you singing in celebration.
Coyote Moon may not be packed with bonus features but it's simplicity is what has made it so popular amongst players at both brick-and-mortar and online casinos, so if you like spinning the reels as quickly as the coyote run you should definitely give it a try!


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