After eight years' experience in the international art market at Sotheby's in London and with the eminent Parisian "Antiquaire" Didier Aaron, Jane Roberts opened her own gallery in London's New Bond Street in 1985, specializing in 19th and 20th century paintings and drawings.
In 1990, she returned to live in Paris, where she had, in her youth, studied Art and Art History and worked at the Cabinet des Dessins at the Louvre to set up a consultancy and gallery at which she sees clients by appointment only.
As well as offering a constantly changing selection of paintings and works on paper, she also provides her mainly British or American clients with welcome help in buying privately or bidding at auction in France or elsewhere. She also appraises works for insurance purposes and has been a member of the "Compagnie Nationale des Experts" since 2007.
The gallery also exhibits contemporary painters, sculptors and photographers at least twice a year.
Since 1987, she has been compiling the Jacques-Emile Blanche (1861-1942) "catalogue raisonné". And she published the first monograph on the artist in English in 2012.
In 2017, she published a new edition of her 1987 book "Growing up with the Impressionists: the Diary of Julie Manet" at I.B. Tauris.
In 2011, Jane Roberts was made a « Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Arts et Lettres » for her services to French culture.


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Planetary Nebulae Distance
HyperPhysics***** Astrophysics R Nave
Most Luminous Supergiants
The brightest supergiants in a given galaxy will have about the same absolute magnitudes, about -8 for red supergiants and about -9 for blue supergiants. These two types of supergiants can be seen out to about 50 Mly and 80 Mly respectively, compared to a maximum distance of about 20 Mly for Cepheid variables.
Most Luminous Globular Clusters
Beyond 80 million light years, even the brightest blue supergiants fade from view and one must turn to entire star clusters and nebulae for luminosity measurement. The brightest globular clusters have total luminosity of about magnitude -10 and can be seen out to 130 Mly.
Most Luminous H II Regions
The brightest H II regions have absolute magnitudes of about -12 and can be detected out to about 300 Mly, compared to about 130 Mly for the brightest globular clusters.
Distance from Supernovae
Beyond 300 Mly where even the brightest HII regions are indistinct, the only individual standard candles are supernovae which can reach a peak magnitude of -19. In theory, such a magnitude should be visible to 8 billion light years. However, supernovae types Ib, Ic and II show large brightness variations and there can be intervening matter.
However, the supernovae that are classified as Type 1a have been of great usefulness and are thought to provide a distance measurement uncertainty approaching 5% over vast distance ranges.
Supernova concepts

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In Defense of the Cup . . .
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron plans to defend the Cup in February-March 2000. Every attempt will be made to house the syndicates at an America's Cup Centre to ensure maximum public involvement. Racing will take place on windward-leeward courses set in the natural arena off East Coast Bays, between Rangitoto Island and Whangaparaoa Peninsula.
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The Forest Foundation is now recruiting matchday draw sellers, offering supporters and local residents the chance to gain valuable experience and earn some extra cash on matchdays.
This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with your club this season, meet new people and enhance your CV. Joining The Reds Draw team will provide behind-the-scenes access to the club, as well as give you the chance to support the academy.
Foundation matchday draw sellers will operate in and around the ground and be responsible for promoting and selling tickets into The Reds Draw - the club's official matchday draw.
The Reds Draw takes place during the half-time interval and gives fans the chance to win a top prize of up to £1,000 as well as consolation prizes of a meal voucher for The Southbank Bar and a £20 Megastore voucher.
To be a part of the matchday team you must be 16 years of age or older, be eligible to work in the UK and commit to attending the majority of home games throughout the season.
In return, The Reds Draw will offer a generous commission package as well as the chance to develop skills and experience at a world-class sporting venue.
Don't miss out on this fantastic chance to get involved with your club. For more information, or to apply, contact Eileen Russell by calling 0115 982 4317 or email fada@nottinghamforest.co.uk.


Published on 10 September 2005.
If this isn't a bizarre move, Mr Brown has been pleading with oil producing companies to up their production, so that petrol prices don't hit £1/litre. Why he needs to do this pleading when two-thirds of the petrol price goes to him, I don't really understand. For every penny more the suppliers charge, the price goes up a total of 3p, thanks to 2p in tax. So if Mr Brown is so desperate for the petrol prices not to rise, then why can he not reduce the proportion of tax charged, so that the total revenue remains consistent instead of increasing? That way, the impact of any increase would be reduced by two-thirds. Heck, he could even reduce the total revenue if he's so worried about petrol prices.
As much as the last petrol protest was inconvenient, it certainly succeeded. And it could well do so again.
Of course, the bigger political picture is that this problem belongs to Mr Brown rather than Mr Blair – and it's not good for a leader-in-waiting to be seen in a bad light… Could Mr Blair use this crisis to his advantage, and prevent (or at least make more difficult) the passing of the mantle to Mr Brown? I doubt it, but it's certainly a possibility.
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Comment posted at 17:47 on 18th September 2005.
Since the petrol protests never really amounted to much, it didn't really matter so much that they were Mr Brown's problem. But it was clever of him to lay down some political protection prior to the action, so that he would have been seen to have been proactive had the protests been more successful. But they weren't. In fact, the only success was the Daily Mail's creation of shortages, though it's reporting of shortages before they ever happened, sparking panic buying. Well done them.
Comment posted at 19:20 on 15th August 2006.
why do we Brits put up with high petrol prices when a large percentage of them are tax. What is wrong with us, is it a British thing that we don't like to make a fuss or we think we will get into trouble, or we can't stand for there to be a few shortages for the time it takes to wake the government up. How about a 'no drive Sunday'(except for essential services like I experienced in the USA, that worked and bo one suffered except the petrol companies who are gouging us in partnership with the government anyway.
Comment posted at 20:47 on 15th August 2006.
Hmm, it's a good question. Why do we put up with high prices? It seems that there is currently not enough motivation or desire amongst the general population to change the current situation, I guess.
It might be worth mentioning here that there's an excellent free website at petrolprices.com which allows you to compare the petrol prices at different garages in your area, and even have the latest prices emailed to you on a regular basis. At least until Pipeline Card gets fully set-up, it's a very useful site!
Comment posted at 21:46 on 13th January 2008.
Comment posted at 06:52 on 11th April 2008.
I'm sure it's not true! If it was, nothing lake that would have been posted! It sounds so weird! I doubt that anyone would ever believe it!
Comment posted at 19:45 on 24th April 2008.
who wants to start up a fuel strike???
Comment posted at 12:44 on 25th April 2008.
Well it's happened before – I don't see why it couldn't happen again?


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Want A Stake in Your Neighborhood's Next Development?
by Courtney Subramanian
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Fundrise brings 'social capital' to community projects through crowdfunding.
Real estate is considered a venture for the wealthy, often leaving out the voices of those living next door to new developments. But that doesn't have to be the case.
With the help of crowdfunding, two brothers have set out to change that dynamic.
In 2010, Ben and Daniel Miller created Fundrise, a crowdfunding platform that allows residents to invest in a project with as little as $100, giving communities a stake in shaping what projects pop up next in their neighborhood. The company officially launched in August of 2012, following the legalization of crowdfunding in the JOBS Acts, according to the New York Times.
Large-scale, institutional investors are often removed from projects in which they pool their cash into, which can lead to a commercial project being a bad fit for a community. So who better to know what an area needs than its locals? If more residents are invested in their community, that could spur more economic growth as well as help determine the best fit for commercial projects.
The Fundrise concept is simple: Developers list projects on the site and investors can invest as much or as little as they want, generating income from rent, if the development is leased or any proceeds or appreciation if a property is sold. The company estimates its investors see a return of 12 to 14 percent after fees.
MORE: It Takes a Village: Crowdfunding Neighborhood Improvement
More than 300 developers have listed on the site over the past several months, financing an estimated $15 million worth of projects in New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Los Angeles, according to Fortune. The new flush of funding will help the site expand to the Seattle and San Francisco markets as well as help the platform scale it's quickly rapid pace of raising around $1 million per week, according to Ben Miller.
While the company was founded to break down the monopoly big investors have on the market, the Millers are not ruling on enlisting the wealthy for help.
"We found that if you have 1,000 or 2,000 investors, that [will add up to] a few million, but if the project is $10 million, you need $8 million more," Miller told the Times. "You need to get the scale."
The company contends that institutional investors will embrace the idea of social capital, working with community members who could help with the exhaustive processes and permits required for urban buildings.
Regardless of how large an investment is, the stakes are high in real estate. But if more neighborhoods begin to work together to determine the future of their community, the investment is priceless.
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Ten per cent of Manitoba and Saskatchewan residents are "very likely" to buy a home within the next two years, according to a new RBC Bank survey.
The response is equal to last year's survey result and in line with the present national average of nine per cent.
Residents of the two prairie provinces are among the most likely in Canada (59 per cent) to feel that current housing prices and economic conditions make it the ideal time to buy a house rather than wait until next year.
According to RBC's 14th annual Homeownership Survey, 84 per cent of those who plan to buy will opt for a resale home and 51 per cent said they will be looking to purchase a home bigger than their current residence.
"Homebuying intentions in Manitoba and Saskatchewan are in step with what we're seeing in most other regions of the country," said Don Peard, regional vice-president of Mortgage Specialists, RBC Royal Bank.
The poll found that 63 per cent of Manitoba and Saskatchewan residents expect housing prices will be higher by this time next year and a majority (55 per cent) said they are concerned about interest rate increases in 2007.
Forty-three per cent said they expect to see mortgage rates higher in a year's time.
Actually, this week the charter banks lowered their mortgage rates.
The RBC poll also found that an overwhelming majority of the region's residents continue to see great value in homeownership, with 87 per cent saying that buying a house or condominium is a "good" or "very good" investment.
On average, Manitoba and Saskatchewan homeowners estimate the value of their homes at $154,023, and estimate that the value of their home has increased 19.5 per cent over the last two years.
According to the poll, at 52 per cent, residents of Manitoba and Saskatchewan are the least likely in Canada to have a mortgage on their home, which is well below the national average of 63 per cent. Among those that do have mortgages, they have an average of $73,807 left to pay.
The possibility of mortgage rates rising in 2007 seems to be less of a concern across Canada, according to the survey. In fact, 57 per cent of Canadians believe mortgage rates will drop or stay the same, compared to 31 per cent last year.
The RBC poll also reveals that 49 per cent of Canadians are less apprehensive about interest rate increases, compared to 44 per cent in 2006.
"When we assess the consumer sentiment being expressed in this year's study, a picture emerges of confident Canadians weighing their homebuying options in a very positive light," said Catherine Adams, RBC's vice-president of Home Equity Financing.
While over half of Canadians (59 per cent) believe housing prices will rise in 2007, home-buying intentions are holding steady, with three-in-10 Canadians planning to buy a house over the next two years.
"It's clear an overwhelming majority of Canadians believe purchasing a home is a good investment," added Adams. "In fact, the average Canadian estimates their home's value has increased by 22 per cent in the last two years.
At 72 per cent, residential-detached homes continue to be the housing type of choice for most Canadians who are likely to buy a home in the next two years . Condominiums were preferred by 10 per cent, down from 12 per cent last year. Semi-detached homes were cited by seven per cent, up from four per cent in 2006. Townhouses fell to last choice, named by six per cent of Canadians planning to buy in the next two years, down from eight per cent last year.
The desire for a bigger house continues to be the most popular reason for a move, and was cited by 48 per cent of homeowners who are planning to purchase a home in the next two years. However, an increasing number are now saying they'll be looking for a smaller home — 33 per cent compared to 20 per cent in 2006.
Eighteen per cent responded that they'll be considering a home about the same size as their existing house.


Garmondeh Banwon is a member of the Jogbahn community in Grand Bassa County, Liberia.
He has lived here all his life, along with his family.
Garmondeh's family live surrounded by lush green forest, the ground underneath teeming with minerals and natural resources. For many, what's underneath the land is more important than the cassava and plantains that grow on it.
A woman of the Jogbahn community walks through the village.
One day, in 2013, Garmondeh and his community woke up to bulldozers, tractors, and heavy machinery moving in to their village. A large corporation had bought the rights to extract from the land their community was built on, in order to collect palm oil. The surrounding region, right up to the village border, had palm oil plantations in the past, but never in Garmondeh's village. The government told them that the land had been bought long ago — but Garmondeh didn't believe it.
Villagers in the Jogbahn community make food from the crops they grow.
Liberia does not have a formal land rights policy yet, and negotiations about land are frequently done on an ad-hoc, secretive basis. In some cases, village elders may negotiate on behalf of the village; in others, deals may be cut between government officials and companies without taking into account the history or community of the land.
In Jogbahn, the community did not know their rights. Their land was being taken, and they did not know how to fix it — or how to protect their territory and livelihood.
"This land is very important to me. The food from this soil – I feed my children with it," says Garmondeh.
As part of its Open Government Partnership (OGP) commitments, Liberia's government agreed to publish concessions information online, as well as to pass a formal Land Rights Act.
This information shows what land belongs to whom — and flags where concessions and villages overlap. By showing that competing information, communities can use it to show that their land is theirs — and that they have the rights to the resources.
The Sustainable Development Institute, a grassroots organization in Monrovia, came in to help the community keep their land. They organized meetings to help the community map their land and show how its inhabitants used it. They showed the community how to organize to defend itself against these large companies that wanted to use their land.
They showed the importance of inclusion in the mapping process, ensuring that the women of the community took part in the process and included spaces on the map that would not otherwise have been registered.
The Jogbahn community succeeded. After a series of conversations and negotiations, as well as formal complaints filed against the mining company, the community was able to hold onto its land and secure its livelihood. In 2016, the Jogbahn community signed a memorandum of understanding with the government and the company, ensuring autonomy and the preservation of their rights to the land.
The fight is far from over. Liberia's legislature has yet to pass a formal Land Rights Act, having been delayed for five years. But through the hard work of communities like the Jogbahn and organizations like the Sustainable Development Institute, the fight for land rights is inching along — and OGP is helping it get there.
Andrew Tehmeh, a former government official, reviews Liberia's OGP action plan.
James Otto, a representative from the Sustainable Development Institute, works with Jogbahn residents to show them how to work with government and civil society to lobby for and keep rights to their land.
Members of the Jogbahn community work with the Sustainable Development Institute to map their village.
Garmondeh Bagwon, an elder in the Jogbahn community.


BizBro.com Business Brokers - Jan 9 - As a buyer how would I normally fund the purchase of a business?
Jan 9 - As a buyer how would I normally fund the purchase of a business?
Typically businesses are purchased with a down payment and the balance funded as a loan from the seller, a financial institution or a combination thereof. About 10% of purchases are for all cash which usually commands a discount. Down payment levels vary based on the type of loan sought by the purchaser. When owner financing is involved typical down payments are in the 25% to 50% range. Institutional SBA lenders may be willing to lend with as little as 10% down depending on the type of business assets being purchased. Interest rates and years to amortize vary greatly depending on who is lending the money, the qualifications of the purchaser and the cash flow generated by the business. SBA loan down payments requirements may be as high as 20 to 25% depending on the business and especially if there is no real estate in the deal. Sometimes the seller may be willing to hold a small note for 5-10% of the sales price which lowers the purchaser's down payment requirement by that amount.


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vote on The most amusing oxymoron is:
Agile introvert
Constant variable / static variable
Even odds
Constant change
Minor crisis
Only choice
Deceptively honest
Unbiased opinion
Pretty ugly
Comment on The most amusing oxymoron is:
Re: The most amusing oxymoron is:
by Discipulus (Abbot) on Apr 01, 2020 at 12:10 UTC
by Skeeve (Parson) on Apr 06, 2020 at 09:21 UTC
Microsoft Works
Re^2: The most amusing oxymoron is:
by perldigious (Priest) on Apr 07, 2020 at 14:35 UTC
Well, it's a very tough call between this and "Internet Security" for funniest oxymoron so far.
Laughed loudly in my apartment by myself while my dog stared at me like I was losing my mind... little does he know that ship sailed long ago and this quarantine is just giving him more observation opportunities than usual. :-)
by BillKSmith (Prior) on Apr 01, 2020 at 13:31 UTC
I voted for "only choice". It is amusing because it is one among so many viable choices.
To be clear, I don't deny what's commonly referred to as "emotional intelligence" is real, I'm just saying that's a silly name for it because it is an oxymoron. Should have just been called "emotional awareness" or something similar instead in my opinion.
by QM (Parson) on Apr 30, 2020 at 09:26 UTC
I think you've overstated it a bit, but I understand where you're coming from.
However, can you consider that there might be other intelligences like "kinesthetic" or "spatial" or "completion"? For example, we could define "kinesthetic intelligence" as "experience, knowledge, and awareness of, and a competency in manipulating and maneuvering, one's body to achieve a goal". Similarly, "emotional intelligence" might be "experience, knowledge, and awareness of, and a competency in manipulating and maneuvering, one's response to their own and others' emotions to achieve a goal".
What I'm saying is, "awareness" is barely better than "oblivious" in the space of emotional environs.
-QM
Quantum Mechanics: The dreams stuff is made of
Of course, there are plenty of forms of intelligence/awareness. The choice of combining the two words "emotional" and "intelligence" is only humorous to me because typically those words don't go together. A person "thinks" with their intelligence and "feels" with their emotions. I understand that in this case the term typically means considering (i.e. thinking about) the emotions of others, I only qualify it as an oxymoron due to the typically contradictory terms being used together as one.
Funny enough, Kinesthetic Awareness is the preferred term I'm familiar with for your definition you give for "kinesthetic intelligence". Typically I hear it used in discussions of sports of various kinds, as usually really great players of any sport seem to have hyper developed "kinesthetic awareness". There it's not only used to describe "one's body" though, but also the positions of teammates, opponents, boundary lines, and the ball/puck/etc. If you ever watch really great players of complex team sports, it's impressive how they can seem to track the motion of multiple people/objects in their brain even after they are out of their field of vision.
by eyepopslikeamosquito (Bishop) on Apr 01, 2020 at 20:52 UTC
Without good design, good algorithms, and complete understanding of the program's operation, your carefully optimized code will amount to one of mankind's least fruitful creations -- a fast slow program
-- Michael Abrash
by Anonymous Monk on Apr 01, 2020 at 13:05 UTC
Zen of python
by choroba (Archbishop) on Apr 03, 2020 at 13:36 UTC
To which a Pythonist would reply
Modern Perl
map{substr$_->[0],$_->[1]||0,1}[\*||{},3],[[]],[ref qr-1,-,-1],[{}],[sub{}^*ARGV,3]
by roho (Chancellor) on Apr 05, 2020 at 13:45 UTC
"I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous."
"It's not how hard you work, it's how much you get done."
by Xilman (Hermit) on Apr 27, 2020 at 17:18 UTC
Personally I rather like "Microsoft Works".
by jdporter (Canon) on Apr 30, 2020 at 19:36 UTC
I believe that penultimate entry should be "Awfully good".
"Bridegroom"
by hippo (Chancellor) on Apr 30, 2020 at 10:55 UTC
Similarly, I've noticed en_GB speakers (and occasionally writers) using the phrase "plug socket" more and more. Given that pretty much every (physical) socket takes a plug of some sort this comes across as more redundant than oxymoronic. Usually they mean to refer to a power socket (typically a standard 3-pin 13-amp ring-main power socket). Why they don't call it that only they can say.
by Gavin (Bishop) on Apr 30, 2020 at 17:44 UTC
If you asked me for a plug socket I would give you socket to remove a cars spark plugs.
by QM (Parson) on May 01, 2020 at 08:49 UTC
..."plug socket"...
I suppose, pedantically speaking, "plug" differentiates it from some other socket, like "electric" guitar differentiates from "acoustic". However, in most contexts, I'm at a loss to know what the other "socket" is (the nearest thing is usually a light bulb, and that's never an option), and in fact, I think most uses of "plug socket" are lazy language, or people who have only ever heard it called that, and don't know why. (Maybe like en_GB speakers say "pavement" for "the pedestrian walkway, generally near a roadway", when obviously half the city is "paved". Granted, "sidewalk" is more obvious in that use, but a "sidewalk" in an internal courtyard, a hundred meters from any vehicular traffic, is also troublesome. I might go with "walkway", except that sometimes connotes some path not fixed to the ground. And "footpath" doesn't need to be paved. (Now I have a headache.))
by hippo (Chancellor) on Aug 06, 2020 at 08:26 UTC
Also now: transparently hidden


Feedburner provides its users a way to show off their subscriber count using a feature called Chicklet. Some bloggers use it while others don't and then there some who put up a hacked chicklet image showing an inflated subscribers count.
In this post I will show you a quick way to find out the actual subscriber count of any feedburner id from Google Chrome's address bar.
With the below URL, replacing 'feed' with actual feed name, you can know the exact subscriber count of any feed, provided they have the FeedCount service activated.
It's simple but why type the long URL every time? By using Google Chrome Custom Search Engine feature we can avoid the unnecessary typing.
Enter a name, a special keyword and paste the above URL. Here replace 'feed' with '%s' and save.
Now to find the subscriber count, just enter the keyword followed by the feedburner id in your address bar and you'll be returned a chiklet showing readership count.
The above URL is able to find the feed count because the user has 'FeedCount' feature activated. This option can be found under Publicize tab in Feedburner admin.
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Definition of Wellness: A Lifestyle choice to be in optimal condition physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, especially through healthy choices in all of these areas. Seeking alternative medicine outside the traditional "health Care" system. Individually having a balanced purposeful lifestyle that ultimately leads to a higher contribution to your family, work life, community, and the world. Leaving a positive footprint in the world you live in.
All of these categories fall into two major areas Mental and Physical. The way in which we measure and have personally mastered Wellness is through Connection. Connection within ourselves that pour out into others around us and they become contagious to the community and the world.
Wellness means a lifestyle change for the better! Whether its to quit smoking, start exercising, educating yourself, getting rid of anger or a bad behavior in your life. Anything that leads to positive behavior. Without a goal or a vision we perish in our own unmotivated lifestyle that we have created ourselves or allowed outside influences to affect us negatively.
Without Wellness we can all become lazy, obese, greedy, inconsiderate, unthankful, bitter, depressed, etc. We will create this culture in the sphere that we live in.
Symptoms Of Unwellness in our Society/World: Poverty, unaffordable "health" care, Apathy (lack of social capital), broken families, religious differences, crime, war, Eco-cide (climate change).
Symptoms of Unwellness in Individuals: Addiction, Depression, Violent Behavior(physical/emotional), Chronic Illness/disease, Materialism/Greed, Male Postpartum Abandonment Syndrome (Epidemic Of disappearing Dads...disconnection in men...babies sleeping alone, not breastfeeding for 2 years), Religious extremism/fundamentalism.


(IT-NEWSWIRE.COM, May 09, 2015 ) Toronto, ON -- The 10A SecuPower USB Charging Station that recently took Amazon by storm has held a press conference explaining the benefits of their products above that of other competing brand. One of the key features according to the CEO of the company is "the fact that our multiport charger has no dedicated high and low current port but instead uses Intelligent Chip Technology to turn any of the 5 ports into a powerful charging port also enabling it to have specialized features which protect both your device and charger against things like overcurrent, over voltage and short circuits."
The SecuPower 5 Port Desktop Charger is carefully engineered to blend into any space with a power indication light consisting of a hazy blue light instead of the blinding LED's normally found on USB chargers of the tabletop variety. It also comes standard with a stand in order to keep it securely upright, saving valuable space on any work area or tabletop. As mentioned previously the total rated output of this charger can be as much as 10A with each port supporting an individual charge of 2.4A. This gives the SecuPower charger an effective wattage of 50W on 5V which is quite large for a compact, travel friendly charger like this.
When queried on why SecuPower is the best the marketing manager said, " It determines the best charge time and current for your devices, it comes with a secure stand, it looks elegant and comes with a 30-Day Money Back Guarantee… what more could you possibly want?"
SecuPower is a start-up based out of Toronto, ON. They are manufacturers of USB Charging Stations. They recently opened up their new product line in 2014 and intend to release several affordable charging solutions.


Everyone desires to get the best thing for oneself and it is human nature. May it be a car, a game, a house or a cellphone. When we talk about the cellphones, iPhone which is created by the Apple company stands out. The problem which mostly people face is that they can't afford the set as it is quite costly. Earning money is not an easy job and undoubtedly the machines have replaced many workers and facilitated the high classes only.
We already know that from the whole lot of android devices, iPhones stand out and are always noticed and preferred. Now it is not impossible as before to buy the iPhone because the refurbished iPhones are also available in the market or even the second hand iPhones are available in lush condition and attractive prices.
Before getting over excited about the iPhones and stuff, you need to keep a few things in your mind before you are going to buy a refurbished iPhone as it will most probably help you to choose the iPhone which is best suitable for your career.
iPhone is not ranked on the top according to Techdrinking.com because of many reasons explained here.
You can buy the refurbished iPhones from Apple's original website and it is reliable as well. These specific iPhones are recovered by the hands of the experts and also carry a little warranty of the product.
Some of the well-recognized phone factories are also dealing with the refurbished objects which are specifically returned for repairs and stuff. But this do not decline the value of Apple and remains an attractive offer.
NextWorth and Gazelle are the famous companies which re-sale the used iPhones on good rates. Their quality and prices are quite mouthwatering. They also offer privacy and warranty.
It won't be fair if I am not taking the name of eBay and Craigslist as they are the online monsters of bargaining. As these are the online deals so you need to be aware of the scam as there are many hackers running after these sites and fool the customers. Even at times, they keep their profit and sell the products on high prices.
The storage capacity should be this much that it can run smoothly ios and should not be hanging while its updates are taking place. If you have ample storage in your refurbished iPhone then you will not worry about the memory and stuff so try to buy a model whose memory is upgraded. For further suggestion you should not buy an iPhone having below 32GB space as you won't have the facility of using a memory card.
Keep this thing in your mind that you are already sacrificing the original version of iPhone first handset. You should try to buy the less used and upgraded model in a smart way to save your money and enjoy the benefits thoroughly. You need to focus on your basic desires for it that what further features you can sacrifice. Once you have decided then you can buy a refurbished iPhone in may be $50-100 cheaper from the original price. It will be worth breathtaking to enjoy the latest features and saving the money at its best.
It will be a best possible thing if you buy a refurbished iPhone along with some warranty. It is possible as the above-mentioned companies give you the benefit to check the set carefully. If the cellphone has gone through the process of repairing, then let us keep the fingers crossed that it may not need another surgery for correction. For that warranty claim really counts.


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Album Review: AC/DC – Black Ice C-
Slash on The Conspirators, Guns N' Roses' Future, and the Apparent Return of AC/DC
The legendary guitarist discusses his two bands and more in this exclusive interview.
by Spencer Kaufman
Eagles of Death Metal's Jesse Hughes covers David Bowie, Queens of the Stone Age, and more on new album
Hear Hughes take on Mary J. Blige's hit "Family Affair".
AC/DC's longtime engineer confirms band has been in the studio
The news follows speculation last year that the band had welcomed back its classic members.
Kid guitarist crushes Guns N' Roses' "Sweet Child O' Mine" on Ellen: Watch
Taj Farrant, a 9-year-old from Australia, would make Slash proud with his skills.
The Time King's X Opened for AC/DC – Excerpt from New Book King's X: The Oral History
The new book, King's X: The Oral History, is out now via Jawbone Press.
by Greg Prato
Bassist Cliff Williams may also be back in AC/DC: Report
His return would mark a reunion of all four surviving classic members of the band.
Brian Johnson tells metal band that he's back in AC/DC: Report
The new update adds weight to photos that surfaced this past summer of Johnson and Phil Rudd at a recording studio with AC/DC.
First new Axl Rose song in 10 years highlights New Looney Tunes episode [Updated]
The Guns N' Roses frontman performs a new song called "Rock the Rock" on the cartoon show.
AC/DC's "Hells Bells" performed on church bells: Watch
A truly unique take on the hard-rock classic.
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International peace meet on Syria likely in July United Nations (IANS): UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has reaffirmed his organisation's...
International peace meet on Syria likely in July United Nations (IANS): UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has reaffirmed his organisation's determination to seek a political settlement to the long-standing crisis in Syria, saying "there is no military solution" to the conflict. "There is no military solution to this conflict, even if both the government and the opposition, and their supporters, think there can be," Xinhua quoted the secretary-general as saying Friday at the UN Headquarters in New York. "The military path points directly towards the further disintegration of the country, destabilisation of the region and inflammation of religious and communal tensions," Ban said. The Syrian crisis broke out in March 2011, leading to a massive exodus of refugees into neighbouring countries, such as Turkey, Lebanon and Jordan. The UN has been pushing for a political solution to the Syrian crisis. "The worsening of the conflict is also making the delivery of urgent humanitarian assistance much more difficult," Ban said. He appealed to the international community to support the neighbouring countries bearing the burden of refugees. "The suffering of the Syrian people makes a political solution all the more important," Ban said.
"Joint Special Representative (Lakhdar) Brahimi and I continue to push for a negotiated transition and to get the parties to the table in Geneva as soon as possible," Ban said. "All countries involved must uphold their responsibilities to seek a resolution of this tragedy." Earlier this month, Brahimi said in Geneva following talks held there among US, Russian and UN officials, that the international conference on Syria was likely to be held in July. Russia and United States announced last month their intention to convene an international conference to find a political solution to the Syria crisis, which has reportedly claimed nearly 93,000 lives over the past two years. The crisis has also left 6.8 million people in need, and sent more than 1.5 million Syrians fleeing to neighbouring countries to seek refuge.
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San Francisco Giants: Matt Cain Pitches Perfect Game
Matt Cain just pitched the first perfect game in franchise history!
The perfect game is surely a dream for any pitcher and for Matt Cain, it is now a reality. In a 10-0 victory against the Astros, Cain also achieved a career high with 14 strikeouts. Each one of his 125 pitches got the crowd exponentially more excited and the final inning couldn't be any smoother with some brilliant plays on the field as well.
For the 2nd time in 3 years, there have been 2 perfect games in one season (the last on by Phil Humber of the Chicago White Sox back on April 21). This is also the fifth no-hitter of the season and the third in June.
Cain: "this is awesome. It definitely was not just me. Everyone did a lot of work. It turned out perfect."
Posey: "I was as nervous as I've ever been on the baseball diamond. I'm not going to lie"
Cain: "it felt like the World Series bit it was louder. I've never felt it like that after every pitch"
From Wikipedia (already updated): A perfect game is defined by Major League Baseball as a game in which a pitcher (or combination of pitchers) pitches a victory that lasts a minimum of nine innings and in which no opposing player reaches base.[2] Thus, the pitcher (or pitchers) cannot allow any hits, walks, hit batsmen, or any opposing player to reach base safely for any other reason: in short, "27 up, 27 down". The feat has been achieved 22 times in the history of major league baseball—20 times since the modern era began in 1900, most recently by Matt Cain of the San Francisco Giants on June 13, 2012.[3]
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ESPN's "College Game Day" Eyeing Upstate New York Campus
ESPN's "College Game Day" has been a Saturday morning staple for millions of collegiate football fans for 35 years. The campus spirited show, that debuted in 1987, has not been broadcast live from a location in New York State north of the United State Military Academy in West Point. Well, if things go well on Saturday, one campus northwest of there may get their first visit from the popular ESPN show.
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It's nice to see Syracuse University stand behind head coach Dino Babers. SU stayed the course with Babers and it's paying off this season.
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Orange Bringing National Attention To Upstate New York Football
No matter which college team you root for, no one should deny the benefits to all of New York football when Syracuse University is playing well. 31 New Yorkers are currently on NFL rosters in 2022. Former pro football stars like Ron Jaworski, Boomer Esiason and even fan favorite Rob Gronkowski are all from the Empire State. Top names and the big teams always draw fans attention. That's why it's awesome when the Orange are playing well because upstate New York draws the attention of all of college football.


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'Keep safe and reduce socialising', first minister urges people in New Year message
FIRST minister Nicola Sturgeon is asking people to reduce their socialising over the Hogmanay/New Year period as much as they can in a bid to help reduce the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.
Her New Year message comes as Scotland reports almost 12,000 new cases today (Friday), 15 of these in Shetland.
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Despite rising numbers locally, Shetland continues to have a significantly lower average infection rate than other NHS board areas in Scotland.
Vaccinations clinics at Gilbertson Park were held until yesterday and will re-open again on Wednesday 5 January 2022.
Interim director of public health Dr Susan Laidlaw confirmed that there were no large outbreaks in Shetland as many of the latest cases were spread within families and across households.
Dr Laidlaw added that 86.5 per cent of the local population over the age of 18 have had their booster jab.
In her message for 2022, Sturgeon acknowledged the progress that has been made in getting the pandemic under control.
"But of course it also makes it all the more cruel that now – so late on in the year – we are facing a new challenge," she added.
"The Omicron variant is a very significant threat. It means that at the moment, we need above all to keep each other safe.
"We all need to stay at home, far more than we would want to at this time of year. And we have asked that you minimise new year socialising as much as you can."
Adding a word of optimism for 2022 she expressed the hope that with the continuation of the booster programme Scotland could get back to "greater normality".
"As we come through this pandemic, there will still, I am sure, be setbacks.
"But as we look back on the challenges we have faced this year, I believe we can also look forward to a much better and brighter new year ahead.
"So as you see in the bells, I want to take the opportunity to wish all of you a good Hogmanay. And to everyone, whether you're in Scotland or further afield, let me wish all of you, a very happy, healthy and peaceful new year."
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A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen to the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. When that happens, part of the brain is deprived of oxygen, causing brain cells die. Stroke is the third leading cause of death in North Carolina. See the NC Health Info page on Stroke for more information.
There are several different kinds of medical providers that can treat or help you manage a stroke. These providers often work together as a team to help you develop a personalized care plan.
You can use your health insurance plan's directory to find a stroke care provider in your network. Or you can use the Physician Compare directory from Medicare.gov to find a provider that accepts Medicare. Directories for specific types of providers are listed below.
A primary care provider (PCP) may be a family physician, nurse practitioner, or internist. Generally, you see a PCP for checkups, common health problems, and when you get sick. The PCP is usually the first health care professional you will see. Since stroke is complicated, your PCP will put together a team of providers to help you with whatever stroke-related issues you may have. Your PCP will coordinate your care among these other specialists and team members. Your health insurance plan may require you to get the doctor's referral for visits to the other health professionals on the team.
A family physician, is a general practitioner with additional specialty training and expertise in dealing with patients of all ages. Family physicians may provide both preventive care (routine checkups) and diagnosis and treatment of chronic illnesses. A family physician will coordinate your care with other subspecialists when needed. Some family physicians have special training in stroke. Use the American Board of Family Medicine to find a family physician.
Internal medicine specialists, also known as internists, focus on treating adult and adolescent medical disorders and provide long-term, comprehensive care. Internists are trained to treat the whole body, not just the internal organs, and they see patients for a variety of conditions and complaints, including stroke. Internists often provide preventive medicine and patient education services related to stroke. Use the American Board of Medical Specialties Certification Matters service to find a board certified internist near you. You must register first. Choose North Carolina as the state and Internal Medicine as the specialty.
A neurologist is a medical doctor with specialized training in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. If you experience a stroke, you will most likely see a neurologist. To locate a neurologist, use this directory by the American Academy of Neurologists. Select "Stroke" from the Subspecialty drop-down menu.
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels—the cardiovascular system, including stroke. They receive extensive education, including four years of medical school and three years of training in general internal medicine. To locate a cardiologist, use this directory from the American Medical Association.
Thoracic surgeons focus on problems in the chest, including problems affecting the heart, lungs and windpipe. To find a thoracic surgeon, use this directory from the American College of Surgeons. Enter your zip code and then "Thoracic" in the Subspecialty text box.
Vascular surgeons treat diseases of the circulatory system. To locate a vascular surgeon, use this directory from the American College of Surgeons. Enter your zip code and then select "Vascular Surgery" from the "Specialty" drop-down menu.
Physical therapists provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients with injuries caused by stroke. To find a physical therapist, use this directory from the American Physical Therapy Association.
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Fiscal Hawks, Democrats working to cut one-time revenue from Jindal's budget
by Tyler Bridges April 21, 2013 November 7, 2019
Key Democrats and conservative Republicans in the state House are engaged in private negotiations to forge an agreement that could lead them to dramatically rewrite Gov. Bobby Jindal's budget currently before the Legislature, lawmakers disclosed to The Lens over the weekend.
The chief goal: eliminating some $500 million in one-time money that Jindal has placed in the budget. Many Democrats and the conservative Republicans known as Fiscal Hawks believe that counting on this money will again lead to midyear budget cuts — which has happened each of Jindal's five years as governor.
Jindal's midyear cuts have eliminated health-care programs for the poor and reduced state aid for public colleges and universities. The Southern Media & Opinion Research poll released earlier this month showed that voters overwhelmingly oppose more of these cuts.
The Democrats and the Fiscal Hawks want to offset the loss of one-time money by eliminating or reducing tax exemptions and credits and by cutting spending, such as on consulting contracts.
A clue to whether the alliance can be secured will be seen Monday when the House Appropriations Committee hears four measures pushed by the Fiscal Hawks that would make it harder for the Legislature to spend one-time money on annual expenses and would require lawmakers to set spending priorities that would guide later cuts if they become necessary.
An alliance between the Democrats and the Fiscal Hawks would present perhaps the biggest problem Jindal has faced yet in the state Legislature, which is growing increasingly restive during his sixth year as governor.
Two of the lead negotiators, state Rep. Cameron Henry, R-Metairie, and state Rep. Sam Jones, D-Franklin, told The Lens that the two sides hope to seal the deal this week. They confirmed the talks after The Lens learned about them.
"Jindal's budget is under the severest scrutiny since he became governor," Jones said. "There's an assault going on."
Henry said, "Everyone knows that the current budget process is broken and that the current budget that the administration gave to us is not beneficial to anyone's district."
The making of an alliance
Jindal has relied on strong support from Democrats in recent years to pass his budget. In fact, more Democrats in the House voted for Jindal's budget last year than did Republicans. So an alliance between the Democrats and the Fiscal Hawks threatens his grip over how the state spends its money.
The Fiscal Hawks sought out the Democrats, with Henry and state Rep. John Schroder, R-Covington, speaking at the Legislative Black Caucus' annual meeting in New Orleans in February.
"The Fiscal Hawks want a more responsible budget with cuts. The second part doesn't appeal to me. But what negates my apprehension is that if we don't do something on the budget, there will be midyear cuts anyway by the governor."—state Rep. John Bel Edwards, D-Amite
The talks have intensified since the Legislature began its session on April 8. Representatives from the two sides last met Tuesday night in the Capitol at a location they would not disclose. Separately, state Rep. John Bel Edwards, D-Amite, outlined the discussions behind closed doors at a House Democratic Caucus meeting last week.
For the Fiscal Hawks, the issue is simple: With 30 to 40 of the 105-member House, they cannot remove one-time and contingent money from the budget, or make the budget-writing process more transparent, without more support. Contingent money typically becomes available only if the state sells a piece of property as planned.
"The only way to get a solution is with bipartisan support," said Brett Geymann, R-Lake Charles, the Fiscal Hawks' leader.
Democrats, meanwhile, are trying to make the best of a difficult hand, given that they are a minority in the House and Senate and cannot muster enough support by themselves to increase taxes or restore some of the funding that Jindal has cut from previous years' budgets. An alliance with the Fiscal Hawks could at least stem the steady budget cuts under Jindal, they believe. They have about 38 reliable votes.
"The Fiscal Hawks want a more responsible budget with cuts," said Edwards, the House Democratic Caucus leader. "The second part doesn't appeal to me. But what negates my apprehension is that if we don't do something on the budget, there will be midyear cuts anyway by the governor."
Jindal chief of staff Paul Rainwater told the Fiscal Hawks last week that the administration won't support any of their measures this year, Geymann said. "They obviously like it [the budget] the way it is now," he said.
The key players on the Fiscal Hawks' side are:
Geymann
State Rep. Lance Harris, R-Alexandria
State Rep. Paul Hollis, R-Covington
State Rep. Ray Garofalo, R-Chalmette
State Rep. Jim Morris, R-Oil City
State Rep. Kirk Talbot, R-River Ridge
State Rep. Jay Morris, R-Monroe
"I think the stars are lined up," said Harris, who heads the House Republican Caucus. "Budget reform has a lot of momentum."
For the Democrats, the key players are:
State Rep. Jack Montoucet from Crowley
State Rep. Katrina Jackson from Monroe, who heads the Legislative Black Caucus
State Rep. Regina Barrow of Baton Rouge
Money must be found elsewhere
Commissioner of Administration Kristy Nichols, the chief defender of Jindal's proposed budget, has said that previous governors also used one-time money and that pulling it from the proposed budget would force a 19 percent cut in spending for higher education.
The Fiscal Hawks are working quietly behind the scenes to identify ways to offset that money.
Henry has taken the lead in identifying which tax exemptions or credits could be chopped or at least made less generous. He mentioned two possibilities:
A $25 tax credit for each child in school, which he said cost the state about $18 million last year
A tax credit for companies that file sales taxes on time
Henry identified two other programs that could be scaled back:
One allows television and movie producers to receive tax credits for their expenses in Louisiana.
Another provides tax breaks for investing in so-called "enterprise zones" that are considered economically blighted.
Ending or reducing a tax exemption would require at least 70 votes in the House, the same number needed to override a Jindal veto.
"Nothing can happen without 70 votes this year, so alliances are important," Jackson said.
The Fiscal Hawks succeeded in stripping one-time money out of the House budget last year but only with a bare majority of votes. The Senate added it back after senators argued that the Hawks couldn't identify how they would offset the loss of one-time money without cutting the budget.
The Senate's action forced the House to make a decision: Approve the budget, or reject it and put the Legislature into a special session. Enough Democrats sided with the administration that the House approved the budget.
Would the same scenario be repeated this year? "It's too early to worry about the Senate," Geymann said.
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Tyler Bridges covers Louisiana politics and public policy for The Lens. He returned to New Orleans in 2012 after spending the previous year as a Nieman Fellow at Harvard, where he studied digital journalism.... More by Tyler Bridges


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Obama to Republicans: Wish You Luck Coming Up With A Better Health Plan
"My view is that if they can come up with something better, that actually works ... I'll be the first one to say that's great, congratulations," President Barack Obama said of Republicans' plans to overhaul the health law. But if they don't and millions lose coverage, "we're going to have a problem."
Politico: Obama Dares Trump To Do Better On Obamacare
President Barack Obama said Monday that President-elect Donald Trump is "pragmatic" — and Republicans' plan to repeal and replace Obamacare will test that approach. "Obviously, this has been the holy grail for Republicans: We gotta kill Obamacare," the president said at a post-election press conference. "But now that Republicans are in charge, they gotta take a look" at how the law is saving the government money and benefiting millions of people — both the 20 million covered directly by the law and millions more who receive insurance through employers and are getting extra protections under the health law, whether they recognize it or not. (Diamond, 11/14)
The Washington Post: Despite Trump's Campaign Pledge, Obamacare Is Woven Into Nation's Fabric, HHS Secretary Says
The nation's top health official made an appeal Monday morning for the preservation of the Affordable Care Act, insisting that the sprawling health-care law that President-elect Donald Trump is vowing to eliminate is "now woven into the fabric of our nation." Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell delivered the most extensive remarks of any Obama administration official since last week's election about the future of the law, suggesting that large numbers of Americans signing up now for ACA health plans will make it more difficult for Trump and congressional Republicans to take away that insurance or the federal subsidies that help pay for it. (Goldstein, 11/14)
The Hill: Insurers Brace For ObamaCare Upheaval
President-elect Donald Trump says he wants to repeal ObamaCare but keep the protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Achieving that will be easier said than done. Insurance companies warn that requiring them to cover anyone, regardless of their health status, could have disastrous consequences if not paired with the right policies. Without a mandate requiring people to buy coverage, insurers warn, only sick people would have reason to buy coverage. (Sullivan, 11/15)
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The Washington Post: Trump Just Dropped A Big Hint To The Pharmaceutical Industry
A single sentence in President-elect Donald Trump's health-care platform sends a strong hint to the drug and medical device industry that they may have an easier time getting their products on the market under his administration. "Reform the Food and Drug Administration, to put greater focus on the need of patients for new and innovative medical products," his health plan states. (Johnson, 11/14)
Stat: Donald Trump's America Is Beset By Opioids. What's He Going To Do?
To stop the heroin and painkiller crisis killing thousands of Americans, President-elect Donald Trump has promised to build a wall on the Mexican border and provide more treatment to those who need it. After Trump's shocking electoral upset, people who work in addiction recovery say they want to believe the new president will take the crisis seriously and hope Republicans in Congress who understand the problem will help guide the new administration. (Scott, 11/14)
The Wall Street Journal: Medicare Identifies Which Prescription Drugs Were Costliest In 2015
Medicare released new data identifying prescription medicines that had sharp price increases and those that accounted for its largest total spending in 2015. Medicare spending on Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc.'s diabetes drug Glumetza more than quadrupled to $153 million in 2015 from 2014, driven by a total price increase of 381%, according to the data, released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Glumetza prescription unit volume within Medicare declined 7% over the same period. (Walker, 11/14)
Modern Healthcare: Rand Study: Retail Clinics Don't Reduce ER Use For Low-Acuity Conditions
Some researchers and policymakers had hoped the surge of retail clinics across the country would reduce visits to the emergency department. A new study finds that hasn't been the case. The report, published Monday in the Annals of Emergency Medicine, found ERs in close proximity to retail clinics didn't experience a reduction of visits from patients with low-acuity illnesses like influenza, urinary tract infections and ear aches. The study, conducted by researchers at Rand Corp., was the first to explore the association between the opening of retail clinics and admissions to the ER. About 13.7% of all emergency department visits are for low-acuity conditions, the study notes. (Castellucci, 11/14)


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Q: Convolution is communicative from 2 view Assume convolution between $f(x)$ and $g(x)$. $f(x)*g(x)=\int_{\infty}^{\infty}f(\tau)g(t-\tau)d_{\tau}$. We know that convolution is communicative, to prove this property, we can change the variable $\tau'=t-\tau$, so $f(x)*g(x) = -\int_{\infty}^{\infty}f(t-\tau')g(\tau')d_{\tau'}$ and to remove minus we change the bounds of integral, but if we define the variable as $\tau' = \tau-t$ , the convolution would be $f(x)*g(x) = \int_{\infty}^{\infty}f(\tau'+t)g(-\tau')d_{\tau'}$, is there any way to prove that the first way and the second one are the same?

A: By the change of variable $\tau=-\tau'$, $d\tau'=-d\tau$, one gets
$$
 \int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(\tau'+t)g(-\tau')\:d{\tau'}=\int_{\infty}^{-\infty}f(-\tau+t)g(\tau)\:(-d{\tau})=\int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(t-\tau)g(\tau)\:d{\tau}
$$ which is your first expression.

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A wedding singer from a remote Afghan village is hoping to win a TV talent show after going viral due to his resemblance to Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau. Abdul Salam Maftoon's appearance has turned him into an unlikely celebrity in his home country with some fans believing the two men were "separated at birth".
Although the Afghan Star contestant had never heard of his doppelganger until a judge pointed out his striking likeness to the world leader, he now believes it has boosted his chances of winning. "People have forgotten my name and now they just call me 'Justin Trudeau'," said the singer from the northeastern province of Badakhshan.
Composite photos of Maftoon, 29, have drawn scores of comments on social media.
Talent show judge Qais Ulfat, an Afghan-born Canadian musician, was one of the first to notice the resemblance. "He looks like my prime minister," he said. "His voice is very satisfying. He has that God-gifted vocal ability. "This guy could be the next Justin Bieber."


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After 4 years of research study, foam formulations, development, sleep trials, and numerous hours of improving the foam layers, the Puffy bed mattress was crafted and established to guarantee a sleep surface that will be ideal for a deep, restorative sleep.
The Puffy bed mattress is among the latest products in the mattress market and the company thinks that they have crafted the best sleep system that will offer a comfy sleep to sleepers of any ages, sizes, and sleeping habits.
Puffy has achieved its objective by managing to create a bed mattress that feels like a cloud when you lay on it.
The business has actually used the highest quality foams layers in developing the bed mattress with environment friendly production procedures and practices.
The bed mattress has been distinctively created utilizing the latest technology to supply a body adapting cloud formula, cloud cooling surface area, and a pressure relieving firm support.
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This layer functions as an ideal foundation to the bed mattress by offering overall support, shape, and durability to the bed mattress.
The bed mattress provides one of the best weight circulation systems on the marketplace and utilizes uniquely designed foams that are created using the current technology.
The layers of this mattress work extremely well together and offer an outstanding level of contour and resilience which assist in absorbing motion and restricting it to a specific location.
The layers also offer solid support and bounce which assist limiting the body from sinking in too much. You will not feel the lighter partner rolling towards the much heavier partner on this bed mattress.
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The Puffy Mattress has actually been developed and developed to provide a cool sleeping surface area to its sleepers for a comfortable and a relaxing sleep.
The top layer of the mattress is a gel instilled foam layer that is developed to restrict any hot spots on the bed mattress that you might need to experience.
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The Puffy Bed mattress, much like the other bed in a box mattresses does have a slight 'new bed mattress' odor initially when it is unwrapped from the product packaging.
Although the odor remains for some time however it is not a reason for issue as this prevails among compressed mattresses and the odor dissipates nearly entirely in about a few days.
The company uses specialized variable pressure manufacturing procedure that eliminates making use of damaging chemicals and supplies foams that exceed the required requirements set by CertiPUR-US for durability, emissions, and foam material.
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The Puffy Bed mattress does not need a specific or unique type of foundation as it is developed to deal with any frame or foundation.
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The foams used in the Puffy bed mattress are flexible and the bed mattress works well on an adjustable frame as well.
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The cover of the Puffy bed mattress has actually been uniquely developed and crafted utilizing high quality products to work well together with the foam layers and provide a comfy sleeping experience.
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In case of small discolorations, the area cleaning technique is recommended.
A sponge needs to be dipped into a mixture of water and a mild detergent, and should be rubbed in circular movement over the stain until it removes. Make certain no damaging or harsh detergents are used.
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Given that the mattress is made to buy, therefore it will take about 2 to 3 days to prepare the order. The bed mattress is shipped in about 3 to 6 organisation days.
It is extremely easy to establish the mattress when you receive it, all you have to do is unbox the bed mattress, put it over a structure, and cut open the packing.
The bed mattress will start to decompress itself and will immediately take its appropriate shape in a couple of hours.
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It is recommended to utilize the bed mattress for a minimum of 3 to 4 of weeks before making a decision as it takes some time for the human body to adjust and adapt to a brand-new comfort level.
There will be no concealed, shipping, or transport expenses charged or subtracted from your refund.
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If you remain in Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada and choose to return the bed mattress under the 101-Night Trial Policy, then the company will not be able to refund you the shipping charges spent for the original shipment of the mattress.
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Puffy is extremely positive about their sleep system and states that it will be the very best foam bed mattress that you have ever attempted, and therefore supports the bed mattress with one of the best service warranties used in the mattress market.
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The restricted guarantee covers all the production defects faced throughout the life of the mattress.
If any problems are dealt with in the craftsmanship or materials during the very first 10 years from the date of purchase then the business will change the mattress with a brand brand-new Puffy bed mattress complimentary of cost.
If any flaws are dealt with after the very first ten years then the business will either repair work or replace your bed mattress at its discretion.
They will likewise charge a $50 shipping cost incurred each method which will be waived off if it is validated that a manufacturer's defect is present.
At your discretion, the business also provides a special "Quick Sleep" option as a part of your life time warranty.
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The guarantee covers any noticeable imprints that are greater than 1.5 inches and manufacturing flaws in the zipper of the cover also.
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The Puffy mattress is a high basic bed mattress that matches the needs of almost all kinds of sleepers. It provides a medium level of firmness which is preferred by the majority of sleepers.
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Of all the achievements we can check off on the list of John Browning's genius creations, it can be argued by very few that the most well known and most widely used design is that of the 1911 .45 caliber pistol.
With literally thousands of variations on the worldwide market today, the base platform of the 1911 remains essentially unchanged for the operation, functionality, disassembly and reassembly of the firearm. With only the "bells and whistles" modified to make the gun manufacturer specific or attention to quality and detail dictating the sale price of the gun, in one way or another and despite these changes, the 1911 platform remains mostly unchanged.
The 1911 was created to be a man-stopper. Plain and simple, after enduring fifteen years of guerrilla warfare and tribal hand to hand combat in the Philippines, the US Army at the time was in desperate need of a handgun that could effectively make short-range use of the newly developed .45 caliber "ACP" cartridge (Automatic Colt Pistol). John Browning's design for the Colt was the clear winner and the 1911 (although officially released in 1912) was the result.
For today's shooters, and hence the reason for this 1911 pistol review, the pistol chambered in 45 ACP (although now also offered in a myriad of different caliber options) is a harmony of ease of use and shooting pleasure. While some newer shooters express fears about the robust recoil of any handgun using a .45 cartridge, most find that the 1911 weight and design features more than compensate, and many shooters find the action of the gun quite pleasant. The usual, single-stack design (referring to the lineup of bullets in the magazine dictating the width of the grip) allows for comfort for most hand sizes, shooting one-handed or two, and with a usual magazine capacity of eight rounds.
If there have to be negatives to the 1911, first and foremost it would have to be the disassembly (field stripping) of the pistol for cleaning and basic maintenance. Not that it's hard to do, but it is somewhat tricky until you get used to doing it (and thanking God for YouTube videos). Interestingly enough, for the 100+ years that the pistol has been in production, no manufacturer producing 1911's have ever been able to make disassembly simpler or alter it in any way without staying true to the operation of the gun.
With the limitless variations of the pistol available to shooters today and the fierce loyalty that its enthusiasts hold for the platform, it's easy to see how the 1911 pistol remains poised for the future to continue being one of the greatest handguns ever devised in use. If you haven't shot one yet, you don't know what you're missing. Literally.


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Zugangskontrolle bezeichnet

 Zutrittskontrolle, Regelung des Zutritts von Personen in ein geschütztes Areal
 Zugangskontrolle (Informatik), Kommunikation eines Rechners nur mit berechtigten Benutzern oder Rechnern

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Q: Issue using an IAM role with PHP SDK I am using this script to populate DynamoDB: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/amazondynamodb/latest/developerguide/LoadDataPHP.html
I'm getting this error using the AWS SDK:

PHP Fatal error:  Uncaught exception
  'Aws\Exception\CredentialsException' with message 'Cannot read
  credentials from /root/.aws/credentials' in
  /var/www/vendor/aws/aws-sdk-php/src/Credentials/CredentialProvider.php:263

According to https://docs.aws.amazon.com/aws-sdk-php/v2/guide/credentials.html

If you do not explicitly provide credentials to the client object and no environment variable credentials are available, the SDK attempts to retrieve instance profile credentials from an Amazon EC2 instance metadata server. These credentials are available only when running on Amazon EC2 instances that have been configured with an IAM role.

I have an IAM role attached to my instance with full power user access. I have confirmed the role is working fine via the AWS CLI, which can access DynamoDB without any credential configuration.
Any suggestions as to what I could be doing wrong? I am under the impression (and interpret that credentials document to say) that I don't need to configure any credentials, hence the use of the IAM role.

A: This line in the code:
 'profile' => 'default',

is what was causing my issue. If you are using an IAM role you do not require the profile line, and removing it will fix the "Cannot read credentials" error.

A: I just wanted to expand a bit on this for anyone else that may end up in this situation.
If you use an IAM role on a EC2 instance as your method of credentials

Then don't use the profile line when creating a client. If you do specify profile in your client it tells the SDK to override any form of credentials you set in the client with a profile from the credentials ini file.
Mentioned (but buried a bit) in the PHP SDK V3 documentation here:
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/aws-sdk-php/v3/guide/guide/configuration.html#profile
Example Code
$client = new SqsClient([
    'profile' => 'default', // <--- Don't use this line if you're using IAM Roles for credentials
    'region' => 'us-west-2',
    'version' => '2012-11-05'
]);

Misleading Documentation

The PHP SDK documentation recommends using IAM roles above all other credentials for EC2 instances. That's fine and makes total sense. The  misleading part to new comers is for example this scenario;

*

*Say someone new to the SDK reads the Basic SDK Usage in the getting started section.

*Sets up a S3 client for testing as per the docs.

*Once they have working S3 code, the developer decides to skip to the code examples section to setup a client for a different AWS service.

The problem here is that all of the code examples (with the exception of the S3 examples) contain the profile setting that breaks the IAM role credential method.
The code examples should at least have a reference to what profile does.