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Review: Dreams of Significant Girls by Christina Garcia
Posted on August 15, 2011 by Sarah
Dreams of Significant Girls, by Christina Garcia
Simon & Schuster, 2011. (currently available)
Genre: Historical Fiction, Realism
Face Value: Well it's certainly pretty to look at, and I wasn't embarrassed to read it on a train. And I do appreciate that the three girls on the cover are pictured with their full bodies intact, and I like that their backs are turned so we get silhouettes rather than portraits. But I would argue that these three girls have very little to do with the three girls we read about in the story. For one, they all read as white, even though Vivien is Cuban and Shirin is Iranian. And they're all very thin, when Vivien is self-described as zaftig throughout the book. Plus, as Julie at That Klickitat pointed out, the clothing they're wearing looks a lot more 2011 than 1971.
Does it Break the Slate? Absolutely. Though it's not an explicitly feminist narrative, the authenticity of the voices of these three girls, the complexity of the friendship that grows between them and the way they relate to their immediate and larger surroundings are undeniably slatebreaking in nature. Any book that thoughtfully addresses the complexities of female friendships is usually worth a read for me. We think a lot on this site about the way young women are constructed on the page, and the way that relationships between women are represented. The overwhelming dynamism, believability and realism of the way these three women and their connection to one another is written makes this story one to watch for.
Who would we give it to? Good question. In my reviews so far this is the hardest book to classify in this category. But I think it will appeal to fans of contemporary & historical realism, as long as they aren't intent on having great romance in the story.
Review: It's 1971, and Vivien (Cuban Jewish New Yorker) Ingrid (first generation German Canadian) and Shirin (Iranian from a powerful family) are placed together as roommates at a summer boarding school in Switzerland. None of them are that happy about it, which always seems to be the case in these stories. Because everything about that sounds amazing to me, I always find that particular plotline to be implausible in boarding school narratives like these, but, since that has no real relevance to this review, I'll let it go. Anyway, the girls are all very different – Vivien is a bookish, cheerful aspiring chef, Shirin is a brilliant, socially reserved and somewhat spoiled princess and Ingrid is an artistic, sexually adventurous rebel. They struggle to find common ground, but over the course of three summers and some drastic life changes in the meantime they develop a close, significant friendship.
You guys, this is not your typical boarding school story. Yeah, it has a lot of the tropes you love & expect (exciting European location, horseback riding etc., new friends from different cultural backgrounds coming together and finding meaningful friendships) but it's very maturely written, and there's a lot of room for tension and distress and complexity between the girls, even as they become deeply important to each other. The summers do not always end on a point of resolution and the moments when the girls come back together and reconnect are remarkably unsentimental. Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants this is not.
That said, the way the friendships developed and strengthened over the years surprised me, and I really enjoyed it. The voice of each character was so specifically written that the switches back and forth between narrators are seamless and we really see each girl grow up and come into her own. I also believed the relationship between the girls as that developed, and felt that it authentically moved in sync with their individual moments of growth. I was also impressed with the way each girl's curiosity about sex and explorations of sex and boys and dating was presented. There are some stupid mistakes presented but no slut shaming here.
The way this story is positioned within it's historical context was not only beautifully crafted but really unique. Contemporary politics figure into the background fabric of the story (Watergate, Castro, the Iranian revolution) but a sense of the recent history is deeply present as well. World War II, only twenty-five years earlier still has a deep impact on the characters, their experience in Europe and their familial experience. Vivien's father is a Holocaust survivor and Ingrid's father was a Nazi soldier as a very young man who has to come to terms with the things that he did. The historical context makes for compelling background information that roots this book firmly within its time. I never had a moment of thinking our girls might pull out their cell phones or send one another an email. In fact, the codas to each chapter in which we see letters traveling across tremendous distance and time adds a lot to the story.
One aspect of this book gave me pause when I started to think about it more deeply to write this review, and that's the question of class as it is addressed by the narrative. If you couldn't tell by the fact that this book takes place at a summer boarding school in Switzerland, all of the characters come from serious privilege. This is fine, but what struck me as odd was the way this was barely addressed, as though it was the expectation, not just for the characters, but for the reader. None of the three have to confront their privilege in a meaningful way. As I write this, it occurs to me, does this matter? Maybe I'm placing unreasonable expectations on the story to be something that it simply isn't. But it struck me as odd, all the same.
Lastly, as an end note to this review, I would like to celebrate the inclusion in this book of a successful, non-reductive epilogue that takes us into the future. I've gone on record many times, whining about the two page epilogues tacked on to the end of books that give us a glimpse of who our characters marry and how many babies they have and little else. But this epilogue gives a character portrait for each of our protagonists that shows us a bit of the pathway they take as they grow up into womanhood as well as their adult relationship or lack thereof with each other. It's a beautiful ending that brings the story to a sense of completion, while reinforcing the friendship between these three young women as the central component of the book as a whole.
Review Copy purchased at Women & Children First bookstore in Chicago, IL
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Rachelia (@BookishComforts) says:
This book sounds wonderful! According to Goodreads, I apparently added this book to my long TBR list a while ago, but I don\'t remember it. I agree with you on the cover – it\'s pretty, but it is generic and doesn\'t reflect the different ethnicities of the girls, nor the time period. I think it would have been a much more engaging cover if it had!
I really want to read this one now – the mix of friendships, the setting, and the history sound fascinating, and I love healthy, positive and realistic portrayals of women\'s friendships in fiction. However, I did notice that on Goodreads, many of the reviews aren\'t as positive (the book only has a 2.99 average star rating).and many cited a lack of believability in the girl\'s motives, lives, which you also made note of. I\'m wondering if the aspect of privilege came into other reviewers minds as it did yours, and maybe that was connected to the believability issue as well.
Anyways, I\'m still going to check this book out. Great review and thanks for bringing it to my attention again


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Farnsworth appointed new chief of St. George Police Department
By a unanimous vote, the St. George City Council officially appointed Richard Farnsworth to serve as chief of the St. George Police Department.
Farnsworth appointed new chief of St. George Police Department By a unanimous vote, the St. George City Council officially appointed Richard Farnsworth to serve as chief of the St. George Police Department. Check out this story on thespectrum.com: https://www.thespectrum.com/story/news/2018/10/04/city-council-appoints-farnsworth-new-chief-st-george-police/1526436002/
Emily Havens, St. George Spectrum & Daily News Published 6:15 p.m. MT Oct. 4, 2018 | Updated 4:37 p.m. MT Oct. 5, 2018
The St. George City Council appoints Richard Farnsworth as the St. George Police Department Chief Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018. (Photo: Chris Caldwell / The Spectrum & Daily News)Buy Photo
Although there's technically a "new chief in town," his decades of service to St. George earned him a unanimous vote of confidence as he transitions into his new role of chief of St. George Police.
Richard Farnsworth was officially sworn in Thursday. He was joined by his team of captains, several members of the police department and their families. The St. George City Council appointed the new SGPD chief through a unanimous vote on Thursday evening.
Farnsworth has been a member of the department for 25 years this month, and he served as the department's deputy chief for the nearly seven years under former chief Marlon Stratton, who retired in September after 34 years.
"All of you will get my best efforts," Farnsworth said. "I hope we continue the relationship we have had and the great reputation all of these people have helped create over the years."
Farnsworth recognized his team of captains and new appointees, including Kyle Whitehead, who will now serve the department as its deputy chief.
The St. George City Council appoints Richard Farnsworth as the St. George Police Department Chief Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018. (Photo: Chris Caldwell / The Spectrum & Daily News)
In addition, Curtis Spragg, a former lieutenant, was appointed to captain.
City Councilwoman Michelle Randall said choosing Farnsworth as the department's new chief was a "no-brainer."
"This was a really easy decision for us," Randall, the council representative for SGPD, said. "I think (Farnsworth) will take over, and it's going to be a seamless transition. He's going to be a great leader for the future of our department."
In addition to Mayor Jon Pike's approving comments, City Manager Adam Lenhard also spoke to recognize the department's chief, deputy chief, captains and each SGPD officer for their service.
Lenhard highlighted the city's gratitude for the department and excitement moving forward.
"We know for each one of you ... there are long nights (and) many hours away from your families doing a very hard job," Lenhard said.
Farnsworth mostly spoke in regard to the men and women who serve alongside him in the department.
"We have great people," Farnsworth said. "This is a stellar group of individuals who I'm honored to stand here with. We're going to do great things."
Follow reporter Emily Havens on Twitter, @EmilyJHavens, and find her on Facebook at facebook.com/emilyjhavens. Call her at 435-674-6214 or email her at ehavens@thespectrum.com.
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The cluster of small shacks that comprise Jim's Smelt Camp in Bowdoinham look like a tiny shantytown; were that it was so — I would move right in.
I went smelting for the first time earlier this month with a group of four friends. Smelting, of course, is a fancy word for a certain kind of ice fishing, in which the desired catch is the aquatic species known as smelt. Smelt are silvery fish that measure, on average, between 5 and 8 inches long. They congregate in brackish, salty-fresh waters, like those in Merrymeeting Bay, near Bowdoinham. They are akin to salmon, but smaller (and less pink).
Smelting, though, is also shorthand for initiation into a part of authentic Maine culture. It's been called "one of the most popular rites of winter" by the Portland Press Herald, and "a deep and dependable tradition on the state's coast" by the New York Times. The silly and charming Smelt Fishing In America won director David Camlin the Best Documentary award in the Portland Phoenix's 2007 Maine Short Film Festival mostly because it captured how special this ordinary activity could be. But the most important endorsement came by way of the true Maine outdoorsmen I know — almost all of whom count smelting as one of their favorite, and most fondly remembered, winter pastime.
I can see why. From the moment I arrived at the wooden-floored, tin-walled shack atop the icy river, I felt enveloped by warmth, and not just that emanating from the rusty, rickety, wood-burning stove against one wall. It was also the feeling of camaraderie that comes from sharing a 10-by-10 space with four other people for several hours, all while cracking beers and jokes, and — oh yeah, catching fish.
Because that is the point, as easy as it is to forget when you're having so much fun: We were there to hook smelt. Which we did by paying $15 per person for bait (and use of the cabin, and wood for the stove) and then attaching pieces of said bait — bloodworms! — to hooks, which hung at the end of lines, which were strung from spring-mounted beams, one on each side of the cabin. The lines dipped into rectangular "race holes" cut out of the thick ice. Every once in a while, a baited line (there were eight on each side) would jiggle, at which point the closest smelter would leap toward it, and frantically pull it up to the surface. About half the time, a smelt would be hanging from the end (the other half of the time, it was a false alarm, or the fish got away).
If a smelt was dangling from the line, it was de-hooked — while being called any number of adorable nicknames, such as "Buddytown" or "Sweetie Pie" — and tossed into a five-gallon bucket. Over the course of approximately four hours, the five of us added close to 100 smelt to that bucket. We only ate seven of them (the rest we split up and brought home to be frozen, or made into smelt jerky).
That's right. We ate them. Right then and there. Bones 'n' all. First, the uninitiated among us learned how to gut fish, cutting off their heads and pulling a knife sharply along their bellies, then removing the innards, including pale-orange roe from the females. Then we shook them around in the icy water, to rinse off the remaining blood and guts, and into the frying pan they went, with a bit of oil and salt. We ate them tucked inside warmed hot-dog rolls — bones, tails, and all. They were crunchy, flavorful, and delicious. In a matter of minutes, we'd transformed fish into food. It felt, as one of us put it, "very essential."
As did the entire experience. Being "outside" in the middle of a freezing evening, with good friends, PBR, and food that went from sea to bun via our own hands — all of this was salt-of-the-earth type stuff, make-you-feel-alive type stuff, I-could-stay-here-forever type stuff.
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FreeG gets your body moving in ways never thought possible. It will get your heart racing and develop a heightened sense of spatial awareness that can be put to good use in a variety of other sports (including boarding, biking, skiing, climbing and surfing).
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Language-learning software
Review: Babbel and Duolingo
One free and one inexpensive bit of language-learning software to compete with the pricier stuff
by S.A.P. | THE HAGUE
JUST twenty years ago, a language student removed from live practice or in-person classes had to rely on books or cassette tapes. Those were tough times: learners needed exceptional motivation, and got little feedback on their progress. Later on, websites providing textbook-style grammar lessons would pop up, making access easier but still giving little in the way of interaction. Starting in the mid-1990s, Rosetta Stone (whose latest incarnation Johnson reviewed in January) added a bit of interactivity to the learning process, if at steep prices. As software like Rosetta Stone's improved and added more online functions, free and low-cost services started to appear to compete with it. Unlike older rote grammar websites, the best among these sites have focused on interaction and personalised feedback. Livemocha, for one, pairs far-flung learners on its forums and encourages users to trade languages. Livemocha and its 16m subscribers were swallowed up by Rosetta Stone in April, filling out Rosetta Stone's once-vacant online forums.
For those who lack the patience for forums or the pockets for pricey services, there are (of course) apps for that. Two in particular stand out as excellent. The first is Duolingo, which I have been using to learn French for eight months now. The other is Babbel, where I've been picking at Dutch for the past two months.
Duolingo, unlike Rosetta Stone, Livemocha or Babbel, is free. (The company makes money by charging for text translations, crowdsourced from users. That corner of the site isn't entirely smooth yet, so it's a distraction for most learners.) Lessons are available for English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Portuguese. Much of the learning happens in the form of rapid-fire quizzes, which switch frequently between testing speaking, listening, and writing. High scores unlock further lessons. You can compare your progress with your friends' through Facebook, a successful use of "gamification". Duolingo's free smartphone app offers nearly all the same content as the website, too. I was surprised at how good the app was, since most language apps have tended to be spartan, buggy or both. Duolingo's speaking quizzes on the app seem particularly magical considering the voice recognition tech behind it was nearly unusable just a few years ago on other software.
It's a joy to use Duolingo, in part because its phone app is not only convenient to use but full of new content. But while it's a great start, it's not perfect. For now, its lessons are deep—I haven't even spotted the end-mark of my French lessons—but the language selection is small. I also suspect that Duolingo's clientele is limited by its style of teaching. The quizzes focus on mastering structural blocks, like relative pronouns or a particular class of nouns. It doesn't really teach conversational skills. If I didn't already know the basics of French conversation, I'd be helpless in France. The focus is great for serious beginners or long-term learners, but much less useful for casual learners or tourists.
Babbel fills in some of those gaps. It isn't free: it runs from $7.45 to $12.95 a month. This is still far cheaper than Rosetta Stone ($239 for an annual subscription, or $25 a month, with frequent sales and discounts). I needed a Dutch class before I left for the Netherlands, and Babbel stepped up with one of the very few online Dutch courses out there. In addition to the six languages also offered by Duolingo, Babbel has Swedish, Turkish, Dutch, Polish, Indonesian, Norwegian and Danish. They're not all as well developed as Spanish or French, but many learners will be grateful that they exist at all.
Babbel's lessons, unlike Duolingo's, first focus on building basic conversational skills. For a Dutch learner like me, more interested in speaking than reading, Babbel works well. (I suspect that most learners are first interested in learning how to communicate, anyway.) Babbel will also occasionally set off immersive lessons by explaining grammatical concepts at length. As a linguistics enthusiast, I particularly enjoyed the little tutorials. It's a nice contrast to the technique of, say, Rosetta Stone, which emphasises total immersion much more than rote grammar.
Babbel's interface is clean but still a little buggy. It's hard to repeat slides or audio recordings without going through an entire lesson twice. The microphone tech didn't like my Dutch pronunciation (which could be entirely my fault), and repeating yourself six or seven times to get it just right is wearying. I suspected that the issues were limited to the still-new Dutch syllabus, but I found many of the same problems in the French section. Babbel's phone apps (one for each language) are good, but not great. It works without an internet connection, a plus. It's perfect for reviewing vocabulary. But it doesn't offer all of the same functionality of the website (unlike Duolingo), a shame considering it's a paid service. But Babbel's focus on speaking, the wide selection of languages and the modest price make it competitive with both the free Duolingo and the sophisticated but pricey Rosetta Stone.
For students learning English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German or Italian, Duolingo and Babbel might actually work quite well in concert, filling in the other's gaps. I, for one, plan to continue using both. Duolingo and Babbel are two exceptionally good sites. Given that they're competing quite vigorously with each other and with Rosetta Stone, their services can only get better. Language learners can expect some exciting developments in free and low-cost services in the next few years.
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It's certainly true that Tokyo is a popular destination for business travellers but to believe that Tokyo is only for adults is a common misconception. Tokyo is an amazing destination for families, presenting travellers with an array of experiences that tap into a child's curiosity and desire for fun. The city itself is meticulously clean and child friendly and locals are always ready to lend a hand when you're in need of some directions. While most tourist landmarks are spread throughout the city, moving between them is quite simple. Tokyo's trains and metro system are easy to navigate and very efficient, meaning you can zip around from one place to another with a minimum of fuss. Visitors to Japan will be aware that the country has an incredibly rich history and culture, and Tokyo provides a wonderful opportunity for children to experience something completely different to what they're accustomed to. Families seeking cultural experiences can head to the majestic Meiji Shrine, rich in natural beauty and tradition. They can also head to Asakusa Temple, where the aroma of incense and the vibrant hustle and bustle of the locals provide an amazing sensory experience for the whole family. At Asakusa Temple, visitors can also browse the little stalls that line the path up to temple, picking up unique souvenirs such as ninja stars, Hello Kitty chopsticks or traditional Japanese Lucky Cats. Families may also take a leisurely stroll through the Imperial Palace and Gardens, the charming landmark offering a classic insight into Japanese history. For something more contemporary, families should wander through Tokyo's city center where they may encounter the Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest intersections in the world. Or Harajuku, the diverse and quirky shopping district where the sight of Harajuku girls dressed in their unique style is not uncommon. Tokyo is a shopping wonderland for kids, there are countless shopping areas and malls, many selling unusual items and toys that you just won't see anywhere else in the world. A particular hit with both little and big kids, is Kiddy Land. This multi-leveled toyshop, located close to Meiji Shrine and the main shopping area in Harajuku, houses a seemingly endless display of toys, knick-knacks and stationery, ranging from the absolutely adorable to the truly bizarre! As a busy day of exploring Tokyo's sights comes to an end, families can visit a range of unusual dining options including Maidreamin (where chefs will shape your food into teddy bears), Ninja Akasaka (where ninjas perform nifty tricks while serving up tasty tidbits of sushi) and the Robot Restaurant (where diners experience sensory overload as crazy robots and lasers entertain as you eat your meal). The Tsujiki Fish Market offers an excellent opportunity for exploration and wonderfully fresh sushi. There are also specific destinations geared towards children. The Studio Ghibli Museum houses the work of animation studio, Studio Ghibli. It is dedicated to the art of animation and has a theatre that shows short films. Legoland Discovery Center provides fun for kids of all ages, whether it's inspecting the carefully constructed replica of the Shibuya Crossing (and other Tokyo landmarks) or building structures of their own. And of course, if you're taking your kids to Tokyo, you simply can't skip a trip to the Tokyo Disney Resort. The resort, split into Disneyland and Disneysea offers more fun than you can imagine, and you would need at least a day at each venue to explore it fully. At Disneyland there are plenty of rides to keep the whole family entertained, ample dining options to suit all budgets and tastes, and more than enough shops to pick up your souvenirs. The highlight of any trip to Disneyland is the parades, especially the electrical light parade that takes place after sundown, an incredible display of lit up Disney characters that you're unlikely to see anywhere else. If visiting Tokyo with children, you should also head over to Odaiba, a man made entertainment precinct on Tokyo Bay. The area is home to a giant ferris wheel, a marine park, the Toyota Mega Web showroom where kids can drive hybrid electric cars on a course, and Diver City, a shopping mall that is home to the world's only full size Gundam robot. An unusual and fun-filled destination, Tokyo caters to kids of all ages and is sure to delight.


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We passionately want all young people to have a sporting chance
by Niamh Reilly, Inclusion Programme Officer, Youth Sport Trust
At the Youth Sport Trust, we passionately want all young people to have a sporting chance by developing opportunities for those with special educational needs and disabilities. We want to eliminate barriers for young disabled people wishing to participate in sport and make it accessible for them, be that taking part, mentoring or leading.
In 2011, the Youth Sport Trust developed a huge network of over 60 schools who work to improve the quality of physical activity for disabled students. Schools in our National Lead Inclusion School Network are doing a fantastic job at engaging both students and teachers, and we've seen firsthand how young people's lives have turned around.
Chloe Hammond is just one example, supported by both Durham Johnston and Durham Trinity School and Sports College, a lead Inclusion School for Durham, in 2013. She was going into Year 9 and her experiences of PE, her sporting activity and competition in the past had been limited. She has cerebral palsy and used a powerchair during the school day.
Chloe was assigned a learning support assistant, who had attended the Sainsbury's Inclusive PE Training; a partnership between Sainsbury's, the English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) and the Youth Sport Trust. It is a free initiative, which is available to all mainstream primary, secondary and special schools in the UK, and aims to develop the skills and confidence of PE teachers to include young disabled people in PE and school sport activities.
With the support of her learning support assistant, Chloe has taken part in every PE session and lots of after-school clubs. Her confidence has developed immensely, from a scared and timid child who was frightened to get involved and handle sports equipment, to a confident pupil who will take the lead teaching others.
Chloe now enjoys representing both the school and local area in every sporting opportunity open to her, taking the lead and supporting younger competitors. It has been a complete transformation.
Historically, many young disabled people attending mainstream schools are not given the chance to participate in meaningful PE lessons, but Sainsbury's Inclusive PE Training has trained hundreds of school staff members throughout the UK to ensure that every child can engage in inclusive PE lessons alongside their peers.
Any teacher that feels they need support in this area can sign up for free.
Stories like Chloe's show how with the right support for students and teachers, young disabled people can feel empowered to be included in all sporting activities. I feel proud to be part of such a committed network who are giving young people a voice though inclusive sport.


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Amarr Navy Forces in Combat with Drifters in Khanid Kingdom
NANDEZA – The Amarr Empire's Ministry of War has confirmed reports from independent observers that, within the last hour, elements of the Imperial Navy have engaged a concentration of Drifters in the Khanid Kingdom system of Nandeza. This action follows today's declaration of war against the Drifters by the Amarr Empire. It is unclear if the latest Drifter presence represents a change in their activity at this time.
Elements of the Imperial Armed Forces continue to move into positions according to the war plan designated "GRAVITY WELL" by the Ministry of War. Activated within moments of the assassination of Empress Jamyl I, it now seems clear that the plan is a combined core systems consolidation and border reinforcement strategy that is presumably a planned response to a so-called "decapitation strike" by an enemy power. While the main fleet elements of the plan seem to have been put into place within hours of its activation, there are many auxiliary units and large numbers of ground troops still in the process of reaching their designated locations.
On the home front, across all the worlds of New Eden's largest empire, the Ministry of Internal Order has been active both on the streets and on public GalNet casts. The primary propaganda theme has been to strike a note of iron resistance to a foe of unimaginable evil, with subjects exhorted to work and pray for the "Defense of the Throne Worlds".


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Circle of Bones: a Caribbean Thriller
by Christine Kling
Genre: Genre Fiction | Romance
Do you love to read big adventure thrillers packed with tales of gold snatched away from Nazis, chase scenes in steaming jungles, even steamier sex scenes, treacherous waterfalls, coded messages buried in dusty journals, and a secret society conspiring to take over the world?
Christine Kling's new Caribbean thriller, CIRCLE OF BONES, is just such a real page-turner based on an actual true mystery of World War II. The French submarine Surcouf, once the largest submarine in the world, departed Bermuda in 1942 and vanished without a trace. In this pulse-pounding thriller, Kling imagines what might have happened in this unsolved mystery.
Solo sailor Maggie Riley is cruising aboard her forty-foot sailboat when she rescues a sexy, but crazy conspiracy-spouting treasure hunter/archeologist who is swimming totally nude off the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. She soon learns he is searching for the wreck of a mysterious submarine. Cole Thatcher claims the sub holds millions in gold coins as well as secret documents from a powerful inner circle of Skull and Bones whose goal is to keep America at war for their own profits. Cole hopes for Riley's help in decoding his father's journals that are the key to the location of the wreck.
At last, Riley joins the search for Surcouf when she discovers the demons in her own past intersect the inner Circle of Bones, and this conspiracy nut might not be so crazy after all.
Post Marked
by Mark R. Trost
Genre: Literary Fiction | Romance
Women love Mark Mallon. He talks to them. He talks to a lot of them. He falls in love with them. He has an easy way with them. But Mallon is not an easy man. Mallon has a lot of women in his life. Brady is an intelligent woman and a passionate attorney. She craves sex, cigarettes, and Mark Mallon. Kaitlyn is a headstrong woman carving a career in medicine. She's clinical everywhere except his bed. Ellen is an intense woman. The line between erotic and neurotic is narrow.
Men love Mark Mallon.He talks to them. He talks to a lot of them.He drinks with them.He's not always easy with them. Mallon has a lot of friends in his life. Reid is a spirited man with an amusing temperament.Sometimes a sole mate is the one who walks beside you. John is a dedicated priest and Mallon's confidant. Sometimes a soul mate is the one who guides you. Tom is a lifelong friend who mingles his affection with antagonism. And sometimes a mate reminds you that you're very much alone.
Mark Mallon has a lot of friction in his life. He is an abrasive man and an inspired writer. He is profane; he is profound. Mallon isn't the man he could have been. He's not living with loss; he's living as less. How will Mallon thrive? He'll keep you posted.
POST MARKED is not a work of fiction. POST MARKED is not a work of fact. POST MARKED is a work of friction. In the tradition of classical literature, POST MARKED is an epic allegorical novel restructured into an innovative form.
Widow's Row
by Lala Corriere
Genre: Mystery & Thrillers
Breecie Lemay fears the gun hidden in her father's staircase is the same weapon that killed her mother. In search of the truth, she's thrust into a world of her father's only true legacy… lies. Warnings become death threats because she knows too much. She knows nothing. She can trust no one.
by Tom Paine
When an old friend of Josh Henson's is found beaten to death in the parking garage of the San Francisco radio station where he works, the former newspaper reporter turned Internet investigator is drawn from his home in the bucolic Florida Keys into a world of political maneuvering, intimidation and assassination, all parts of a battle not only for control of the country but for its very soul.
In a novel that anticipated the Occupy and Move Your Money movements, Henson begins covering a campaign to take back America from the corporate and political elites that have hijacked it for their own purposes and profit. As he does, he is drawn into another battle, this one fought quietly and without quarter by a shadowy group of men and women who bring their own "particular set of skills" to bear against forces that will stop at nothing in defense of wealth and power.
America Rising is a novel for our times, a novel of audacity and hope, where "change you can believe in" is more than just a slogan. It is not a screed. It's a story of people banding together to ensure, in the words of Abraham Lincoln, that "government of the people, by the people and for the people will not perish from the earth."
Shrouded in Darkness (Shrouded Series)
by H. D. Thomson
Jake Preston is on borrowed time.If he doesn't stumble upon a miracle and soon, he'll end up dead.And even if he does, he still might end up dead with a clever killer hounding his heels.He believes that the one miracle and antidote to save him is in Margot Davenport's house, across the country and miles away from Boston.Somewhere locked in her home is the key to reversing an experiment that is killing him.
Margot doesn't particularly care if she ends up dead.She's lost everything she's ever cared for.A divorce and the loss of her job as a corporate lawyer has left her with little faith in herself or in anyone else.Most importantly, she's lost the one person on this earth she's looked up to and cherished, her brother, Johnny.His death in a car accident has devastated her, and she can't find the willpower to pull herself from the chasm she's fallen into.Her only solace is at the bottom of a wineglass.Having moved back to the small town in northern Arizona where she was raised, she's made a point of isolating herself both mentally and physically from everyone other than a few chosen friends.Little does she know that her life is going to explode into chaos and the person behind Johnny's death is coming after her.
This I Accomplish: Harriet Powers' Bible Quilt and Other Pieces
by Kyra E. Hicks
Genre: Arts & Entertainment | Biographies & Memoirs | Lifestyle & Home
The powerful quilts of Harriet Powers (1837-1910), a former Athens, Georgia slave, continue to capture our imagination today. Her two-known creations, the Bible Quilt and the Pictorial Quilt, have independently survived since stitched more than a century ago. Over the years, thousands of museum visitors to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston have stood transfixed viewing her artwork.
Powers' two quilts are arguably the most well-known and cited coverings in American quilt history. But, until today, no one has told the entire, dramatic story of how these two quilts, one of which initially sold for $5, were coveted, cared for, and cherished for decades in private homes before emerging as priceless, national treasures.
This I Accomplish: Harriet Powers' Bible Quilt and Other Pieces brings to light new, exciting facts, many never before published: complete exhibition history for both known quilts; proof Harriet Powers was a literate, award-winning quilter, who stitched at least five quilts and promoted her own artwork; profiles of the two nineteenth century women who sought to purchase the Bible Quilt; profiles of the three men who once owned the Pictorial Quilt; unveiling of a young artist who embellished the Pictorial Quilt; and the name of the person who first made the connection in the twentieth century that Harriet Powers stitched both quilts.
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SUFFIELD'S CONFIDENCE KEEPS RISING
MARK PUKALO; Courant Staff WriterTHE HARTFORD COURANT
During a stretch of five losses in six games earlier this season, the Suffield boys hockey team was often waiting for something to go wrong.
Through the last month, the Wildcats are expecting good things to happen and their confidence is warranted.
Adam Finlay had three goals and an assist as Suffield extended its win streak to eight with an 8-3 victory over Enfield in a critical NHC-East game Wednesday at Enfield Twin Rinks.
Suffield (11-5) improved to 6-2 in the NHC-East with a big home game against Avon/St. Paul (7-8, 4-1 NHC-East) Saturday. Enfield dropped to 7-8, 4-2 in the league.
"It's confidence," Suffield coach Bob Hinckley said. "Knock on wood, our play all over the ice has been solid the last eight games. We've gotten good bounces a couple games. You have to have that sometimes. But other than that, they've earned every win. We're back in the hunt."
Suffield won the game in a 5:11 span midway through the second period, when they turned a tight-checking 1-0 lead into a 5-0 advantage.
Ben Denno scored on a backhander near the left post at 4:17 to get things rolling and Brandon Pizzoferrato capitalized on a turnover at 7:03 for a 3-0 lead. Erik Giannuzzi scored a power-play goal at 9:16 and Ted Blake scored 12 seconds later.
"We coughed up three pucks on the sideboards and they all ended up in our net," Enfield coach John McGlynn said. "We can't do that. Once they got the lead, they started to go for the odd-man rushes."
Junior goalie Mike Hounshell, a major contributer in the streak, also did his part for Suffield with a big save on Rob Reissig (two goals) just after the Wildcats had taken a 2-0 lead.
"That was huge," Hinckley said. "That could have changed the whole game."
Suffield got a bit sloppy with the five-goal lead and Enfield finished with 37 shots, but the Wildcats got back to basics defensively in the third period.
The Raiders had a big chance to get back in the game early in the third with two minutes of a 5 on 3 advantage and another 5 on 4 power play right after it. Reissig scored at even strength at 8:17 to cut the lead to 6-3, but the Raiders could not get closer.
Finlay, a transfer from Manchester, finished his hat trick with 3:25, one-timing a pass from Denno.
A.J. Maulucci, who plays with Finlay and Mike Maagero, and Denno each had two assists.
"We were struggling defensively early in the season and we weren't putting up many goals," Finlay said. "But it's starting to come together and our defense has played great. We put together new lines and my linemates are helping me out a lot."


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Brutal racing engine, but Can only run 100 000 km
You would probably quickly be shown to the door, if you had it to a lecture at Copenhagen University or a song on CBS. the Engine of the new Aston Martin Valk
You would probably quickly be shown to the door, if you had it to a lecture at Copenhagen University or a song on CBS.
the Engine of the new Aston Martin Valkyrie is not for the faint of heart. The design is aggressive and the effects are brutal.
the Specifications shows that we have to do with a V12 engine of 6.5 liters, which weighs 206 pounds and has a motorstyrke on nothing less than 1014 horsepower - without the use of a turbocharger, mind you. Add to this a maximum torque of 740 newton meters and a rotation that hits its maximum at about to 11,100 rpm.
on Top of that comes the engine to be incorporated into a battery powered hybrid system, which can boost muskelkraften further. Details thereof are, however, not yet put forth.
Very unlike today's standard have engine manufacturers from the uk Cosworth't used a turbocharger to boost the engine's performance. Photo: Aston Martin
Syndighederne comes however also with a flaw. Valkyrie-the engine has a remarkable short life, and already after 100 000 km, one must reckon with the fact that it is necessary to get it replaced. It writes Road & Track.
- It is not because we expect that the engine will blow up in the air after 100 000 km, but some of the components will be run down, says Bruce Wood, managing director at the uk engine plant Cosworth, to bilmagasinet.
It is Cosworth, which, in cooperation with Red Bull and Aston Martin has produced the engine.
Superbilen Aston Martin Valkyrie, as the engine must be in, is expected to be completed in 2019 and will be built in 150 copies. The price is expected to be between 16 and 25 million dollars.


I've been back from the Raw Spirit Festival for about five days, now. The first few days I couldn't stop crying. I have a lot to share with all of you, maybe more than you'll want me to share. While away some pretty amazing healing took place. I found myself lifted out of the past and delivered to the future, in a way. I am here, whole, and aligned with who I am on all levels.
Pure Jeevan means Pure Life (or Total Life). Raw food is only part of my life, part of who I am, part of my journey. So, I'll be openly sharing who I am here in this blog; raw food isn't going to be the main focus---it's just part of my story and part of what I want to share.
Until I can sit down to begin sharing everything that transpired while I was away and over this past five days, I'll share some pictures with all of you!
Here I am with Happy Oasis, the genius behind the Raw Spirit Festivals.
Rawbin, my soul sister! She opened her heart and arms to me and I will forever be blessed for knowing her.
Natural Zing's Jeff Rose gifted me with more than free festival tickets. I know we will always be connected and friends.
Me and darling Bunny Berry, creator of the famous Raw Fu Community! We worked the Natural Zing booth together and had a great time getting to know each other better!
Glad to hear from you (even virtually!) The pictures are great, looks like you had an amazing time. I can't wait to hear what is going on...give me a call when you get the chance.
I suspect all of those tears have been transformational, healing, cleansing tears. It is good to let them flow. I love you.
I am here, whole, and aligned with who I am on all levels.
You are positively glowing in the photos. I cannot wait to hear stories.
All the pictures I have seen of yours have been beautiful. And in all the pictures you are in you look amazing and glowing with light.
I hope the winds of change are gentle on you and yet they take you to your destiny as it should be. What is your dharma? What is your song?
Hi Wendi - I saw photos of you and heard about you and then realized that I had already been reading your blog! SO many people had such nice things to say about you at Raw Spirit. I didn't go this year but plan on going next year.
I love your raw directory and all the energy you put into your site. You are right that raw food is only a part of who you are so please do share more!
Love seeing the pictures of you and the gang. Wow, what a great experience and memory for you!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience. The pics are great but it would've been even better to be there to know firsthand all the love and happiness flowing. Everyone looks beautiful.
Thanks for all the comments! :-) I love all of you!!
We have a new WordPress version and now Disqus, so I should be able to keep up with comments a bit better!


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A building permit is required for the construction of a new principal building or for the renovation of an existing principal building.
A building permit is required for any works where costs before taxes exceed $10,000, including labour and construction materials.
A building permit is required regardless of the costs for the following works:
Foundation, structural or internal partitions;
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A building permit must be issued if the works to be carried out require one. Failure to obtain a building permit can result in significant costs, penalties and other unfortunate consequences.
How to submit a request
Complete the application form (available in English on request), print it and gather all the required documents.
Send the completed application form and the documents by email at tornade.reconstruction@gatineau.ca.
You may also submit the application in person at the Planning and Sustainable Development Service Centre serving the area where the property to be demolished is located.
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Upon examination of your request, it might be found that a minor variance is necessary. If this occurs, we will inform you and accompany you in this process.
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Applicable fees are listed at section 104 of the Urban Planning Administrative Bylaw 501-2005 (only available in French).
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Rooms with satellite TV and free wireless internet connection. It has six bedrooms, three single and three double rooms with possibility of extra bed and cot. Some rooms are with private exit to the terrace. Large common garden room. 2 common bath and toilet. Access to the wonderful tea-kitchen with refrigerator. Nice garden areas and free parking. Smokers are welcome in our cozy greenhouse.


Heavy metal will mutate in a thousand directions, taking on pop, hip-hop, ritual killing and even short hair in their turns. But the truism that the music will never disappear, always finding a new generation of misfit kids to carry the torch, remains no less obvious in the 21st century. Disturbed are testament. Led by one of those former "maladjusted" teens, singer David Draiman (veteran of five separate school expulsions), this Chicago-based band has already outlived many mainstream-friendly acts and fusion-minded fads. Rooted in the styles of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden and their ultra-hard brethren, Disturbed also recall the fierceness of early Metallica while maintaining fidelity to a belief in making a song's case, then quickly shutting up. After their debut, The Sickness, took off in 2000, they were invited to play the main stage at 2001's Ozzfest, and their growing popularity led to platinum (and multiplatinum) ratings for a string of albums across the decade, culminating in 2008's Indestructible; the following year they took stock of their career with The Complete Studio Albums.


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Karachi: For the second day in a row, employees of the Pakistani steel plant protested their dismissal. The protesters blocked two roads of the national highway. An employee died of a heart attack due to the news of his dismissal, and a funeral prayer was held.
On the national highway in Karachi's steel town, employees of the Pakistani steel plant held a protest the next day to protest their dismissal.
The protesters blocked two roads of the national highway and chanted anti-government slogans. The protests severely affected the traffic flow.
The protesters said that the protests will continue until their request is accepted.
An employee named Habib-ur-Rehman died of a heart attack due to the news of his dismissal yesterday and held a funeral prayer. He left behind a wife and two sons.
Eight killed over land dispute in Swabi
Iran's Khamenei urges 'punishing' of those behind scientist's killing
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Lahore: Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) Central Vice President Maryam Nawaz will appear before the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) today (Tuesday). According to the...
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Perhaps better known as the gateway to the Holland Tunnel, the burgeoning Midtown South submarket Hudson Square has, in recent years, begun to attract the type of creative tenants that in previous years flocked to neighboring Chelsea and NoMad.
Dominated largely by Trinity Real Estate, with its centuries-old real estate tradition, the market's other owners have started to cater their properties to an exciting new breed of tenant, and a neighborhood improvement plan is not far behind.
In their efforts to attract media and tech tenants to Hudson Square, real estate owners have employed a number of strategies, ranging from property enhancements to website design.
"We continue to be optimistic about the area as new, creative tenants sign leases," said Brett Greenberg, managing director at Jack Resnick & Sons, whose portfolio in Hudson Square includes 250 and 315 Hudson Street.
While its real estate holdings in Hudson Square may pale in comparison to Trinity's 5.5 million square feet of office space, Jack Resnick & Son's properties on Hudson Street are beginning to attract big-name creative tenants. Both properties are 100 percent leased and occupied; their tenants include TED Conferences, which leased space last year in 315 Hudson Street, whose lobby was recently renovated to include a new marble floor, a concierge desk and renovated elevator cabs.
"We have a phenomenal roster of tenants across all different industries, and we continue to grow and thrive in the area," Mr. Greenberg said.
Not to be outdone, Trinity Real Estate has instituted its own plan to bring a new category of tenant to its properties that has included reshaping its website.
Trinity has also repositioned its properties to include amenities that creative tenants seek, including bike rooms, open spaces and recycling programs.
Sustainability is a trend throughout the neighborhood, where Jack Resnick & Sons' aforementioned properties at 250 and 315 Hudson Street have been awarded the EPA's Energy Star award. The building at 315 Hudson Street has also been registered with the U.S. Green Building Council for LEED certification.
The community of Hudson Square is not far behind in adapting to the changing tenancy in the market. In October of last year, the Hudson Square Connection, a business improvement district, released a $27 million, five-year master plan aimed at promoting a green and sustainable neighborhood with pedestrian improvements.
"The public realm of Hudson Square will soon reflect the creativity that defines the businesses in the neighborhood," Ellen Baer, president of the Hudson Square Connection, said in a statement at the time of the announcement.
The collective investments have paid off. With just a 3 percent vacancy rate in Trinity's portfolio, and no availability in Jack Resnick & Sons', there has been no letup in activity or interest.


We created this Blowing Hearts Valentine Craft for kids as a sponsored craft for Oriental Trading. The full details and instructions for the project can be found on their idea's website at Fun365.com.
There is something extra special about giving a personalized gift to a loved one on Valentine's Day. This blowing hearts Valentine craft is super easy for kids to create and it makes a fun Valentine's Day keepsake gift to give to parents or grandparents. They will treasure this sweet gift year after year.
There is so much to love about this blowing hearts Valentine craft. The personal touch of using the photograph is probably the sweetest idea ever for a Valentine craft. Don't you think?!
The foam conversation heart beads we received from Oriental Trading add another special touch that makes this Valentine craft absolutely perfect. They are thick and pop off the page adding real dimension to the craft.
The best part, you'll have plenty of beads left over for kids to create some cute Valentine's Day jewelry for their friends for Valentine's Day. The beads come with a few different sayings like "Hugs & Kisses", "Love", "xoxo" and more. There is also a great variety of colors and different sized hearts, so every child's art project will turn out unique and completely different from one another.
Head over to Fun365.com for the complete supply list and detailed instructions for how to make this adorable blowing hearts Valentine Craft for kids.
This handprint heart tree craft is beautiful and it's another Valentine's Craft that makes a great gift to parents or grandparents. The hearts popping off the page gives this pretty heart tree a three-dimensional effect.
Do you adore sloths? If so, you will LOVE this paper sloth Valentine's Day craft. Our handy template makes creating it super simple for kids.
Use colorful paper doilies to create this gorgeous Valentine's Day paper flowers craft. Yet another beautiful craft you can give to a loved one for Valentine's Day.


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Q: angular 2 login with spring security im trying to integrate spring security with a custom angular 2 login, that is a specific endpoint of my app is protected with spring security, trying to access it will redirect to /login that is handled in angular 2. as things stands now i have no clue as to how to perform the login and grant access to the backend API once logged.
i am configuring spring security as follows:
@Override
protected void configure(final HttpSecurity http) throws Exception {
    http
        .csrf().disable()
        .cors().and()
        .authorizeRequests()
        .antMatchers("/api/someEndpoint/**")
        .hasRole(ADMIN_ROLE).and().formLogin()
        .loginPage("/login").and().logout();
}

@Override
protected void configure(final AuthenticationManagerBuilder auth) throws Exception {
    auth.userDetailsService(userDetailsService).passwordEncoder(passwordEncoder);
}

as I had the default login everything worked fine, but I have found myself unable to create a working angular 2 login integration.
I tried the following code in angular 2 to no avail:
login(loginDetails:Object) {
    console.log(loginDetails)
    const headers = new Headers({ 'Content-Type': 'application/json' });
const options = new RequestOptions({ headers: headers });
const body = JSON.stringify(loginDetails);
    console.log(headers);
    console.log(body);
return this.http.post(this.loginUrl, body, options)
}

as far as I know spring security defaults for username and password variable names are "username" and "password", which i am sure are being passed in the request body so when passing some invalid user data like {"username":"admin", "password" : "pass"}I should be redirected to /login?error or something, and when successfully authenticated I should be redirected to /welcome and stay authenticated
I have the user and pass defined in my db and my custom userDetailsService checks against it
 any answers, comments or questions are welcome

A: Once you're working with an API you've to use the HTTP Basic authentication.
It's also required to use HTTPS to prevent the main-in-middle attack.
To implement HTTP Basic with Angular the login service would look like this:
login (loginDetails: any): Observable<LoginResponse> { // custom class, may be empty for now

    let headers = new Headers({
      'Authorization': 'Basic ' + btoa(loginDetails.login + ':' + loginDetails.pass),
      'X-Requested-With': 'XMLHttpRequest' // to suppress 401 browser popup
    });

    let options = new RequestOptions({
      headers: headers
    });

    return this.http.post(this.loginUrl, {}, options)
      .catch(e => this.handleError(e)); // handle 401 error - bad credentials
}

... then you subscribe this in the caller component:
loginNow() {
   this
     .loginService
     .login(this.loginDetails)
     .subscribe(next => {
        this.router.navigateByUrl("/"); // login succeed
     }, error => {
        this.error = "Bad credentials"; // or extract smth from <error> object
     });
}

Then you can use the loginNow() method inside component templates like (click)="loginNow().
As soon as the server will accept an authorization, JSESSIONID will be stored in your browser automatically because of Spring Security features and you won't be forced to send the credentials each time you access private resources.
Your login server method may look like this:
@PreAuthorize("hasRole('USER')")
@PostMapping("/login")
public ResponseEntity login() {
    return new ResponseEntity<>(HttpStatus.OK);
}

... it would reject with 401 UNAUTHORIZED when the authorization fails or accept with 200 SUCCESS when it's not.
How to setup a server in the proper way there's a number of Spring Security demo projects present: https://github.com/spring-guides/tut-spring-security-and-angular-js

A: Your spring security config needs to look like this
 http!!
     .cors().and()
     .csrf().disable()
    .authorizeRequests()
     .requestMatchers(object: RequestMatcher {
       override fun matches(request: HttpServletRequest?): Boolean {
         return CorsUtils.isCorsRequest(request)
       }
     }).permitAll()
    .antMatchers("/api/**").authenticated()
    .anyRequest().permitAll()
    .and()
    .formLogin().permitAll()

A: I had a similar issue, but I had to override the successlogout handler as mentioned here.

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The Western Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Nana Toku has charged the grassroots support base of the party to close their ranks and rally behind the party to wrestle power in 2020.
He said the party would emerge victorious in the next general elections based on the collective effort of Ghanaians including the traditional supporters of NDC.
He, however, cautioned that defeating the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) would not come on a silver platter due to factors associated with their conduct during elections, and the trajectory of electioneering process in the country.
Consequently, he said only a united front, with determination from the camp of the NDC would influence the voting pattern, and force change to occur.
Addressing enthusiastic party supporters within the central branch of the Takoradi Constituency over the weekend, after an organized "Peaceful Walk", the charismatic chairman who only bounced back last month after the internal regional elections to take charge of the party, said, he would lead the unity campaign in the resource-endowed region to influence the outcome of the next general elections.
"I will lead the unity agenda but your role as branch executive of the party would automatically be crucial. Don't sit on the fence and expect change to occur. You must be part of the building process. The party needs everyone on board, that is why unity is very critical. You must endeavour to close your ranks and let us build a formidable team ahead of the 2020 elections," he said.
He indicated that following the outcome of the branch, Constituency and Regional elections, it was time for members of the party to close their ranks and work for victory in 2020.
Opare Addo, aspiring National Youth Organizer of the party who also addressed the mini-rally which had preceded a walk through the principal streets of central Takoradi, said the NDC in opposition had been vindicated following the level of disappointment recorded within two years of President Akufo-Addo's administration.
He called for uncompromising, unconditional, unblinking and unadulterated change during the next general elections.
He said the change being sort by angry Ghanaians required the collective support of party members and all Ghanaians feeling the heat of the bad governance being administered by the current government.
Explaining the concept behind the walk, the Western Regional Communication Officer of the NDC, Kirk Mensah said it was one of the decentralizations programs the party was using to reactivate branches and push all electoral areas to become vibrant before 2020 elections.
Participants who joined the walk from the party's constituency office carried placards with inscriptions such as "Change the change"; "Vote out this corrupt government"; "We are tired of disappointment under this incompetent government" and "Ghanaians want change, they don't want excuses".
Organizers of the event say, they hope to organize similar ones across the Region to drum home support for the party and activate all branches ahead of the 2020 polls.
The grand scheme, the party noted with gravity, would hover around wrestling all parliamentary seats lost in the last elections.


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June 17th is "Eat Your Vegetables Day" and sage advice heard time and again. A dear friend of mine shared a wonderful recipe for Quinoa Salad that has become a fan favorite. In Feng Shui and Oriental Medicine, quinoa is considered a Metal Element food. Enjoy some good eats, healthy veggies, and love to your Metal Element organs of lungs and large intestines. Bon Appétit!
Prepare quinoa per directions and allow to completely cool. Dice veggies & fruit; combine all ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste. Fini. Add your personal favorites. Beets and avocado are delicious additions but should be added as you serve the dish as they discolor easily.


'Winnie' Original ink painting. Signed and dated. Approximately 60 cm x 60 cm (24" x 24"). Fitted with timber strips top and bottom and a string for hanging. Sent rolled up in a tube.
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Is there really 5 year warranty?
Our Five by Five limited Warranty is designed to ensure that our products continue to solve problems and serve your needs for years and years after you purchase them.
Free Parts: No charge for parts that fail due to defects in manufacturing.
Free Labor: No charge for labor to correct issues caused by defects in manufacturing.
Free Support (US Based): Our qualified support technicians are located on-site at WTI corporate headquarters in Irvine, California (right down the hall from our engineering staff.) When you need quick solutions to complex service issues, our entire technical and engineering staff is available to help … and we won't pass you off to some call center on the other side of the globe.
Free Firmware Patches: Free firmware patches to ensure that your WTI product is running the most up-to-date firmware version available.
Fast Replacement Delivery: If your WTI unit fails due to defects in manufacturing or materials within the original warranty period and we determine that it must be replaced, WTI can have a replacement unit shipped within 24 hours.
Obviously, our warranty doesn't cover damage caused by accidents and misuse (e.g., spilled coffee, lightning strikes or use as a boat anchor,) but in the unlikely event that the unit fails due to defects in materials or manufacturing, you can count on WTI to repair and return your WTI unit quickly and at no additional cost.
For more detailed information about Western Telematic's five year warranty, you can read it here.
What platform/environments can your WMU run in?
The WTI Management Utility (WMU) will run on any Windows platform that can run the Microsoft .NET framework (version v2.0 – up).
How often do you release firmware and how can I check if there is new firmware available?
The short answer is around three times per a year. The long answer is, it depends.
Due to the fact that WTI's building in Southern California contains Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Service. Our ability to turn around a security fix or customer request is legendarily fast.
So on a normal schedule we will turnout three updates per a year, that could go up depending on the level of need, specific vulnerability or customer request.
For your Dual Ethernet units, can I use two separate networks?
Most of our customers use the Dual Ethernet units to connect to two separate networks, one facing the outside and the other using their internal protected network.
All WTI device support IP Tables and State Routes to protect and direct all your network traffic to make sure it arrives properly routed and safe.
That being said, all WTI device also support Ethernet port bonding, if you happen to have two network connections on the same network, the back up Ethernet port will take over in case the main Ethernet port goes down.
What cellular carriers do you support?
Let's just say, most of the known world.
WTI has three cellular modem options, for the United States we have a Verizon cellular modem, for North America (including the U.S., Canada and Mexico) we have the AT&T cellular modem and the third one WTI has is the World cellular modem, that covers the rest of the known world.
If you require assistance with the installation or operation of your WTI products, our friendly support staff is ready and willing to help … and Technical Support is always free! We also have a demo/evaluation unit program for those who qualify. You can reach WTI Technical Support by calling toll free at 1-800-854-7226 or 1-888-280-7227 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time.
When contacting technical support make sure to have the serial number. To get your serial number issue your unit a "/j*" and send us the output of the command. The command will let us know the make and model of the unit and what firmware it currently has in addition to the serial number.
I am looking to configure snmpv3 for querying my DSM console. Where do I put the priv password?
ARM console Firmware version v6.53 added support for separate auth/priv password entries for SNMP v3. Please update your unit the latest firmware release.
I'm looking for something contained in the OIDs that will allow me to identify a device as a WTI device.
With other devices, I've used either the sysObjectID or sysDescr to uniquely identify the OS of a device.
The value 2634 identifies the manufacturer as WTI.
Which AES Privacy/Encryption Method is supported for SNMPv3 ?
Under the SNMP V3 configuration, WTI products support SNMP v3 AES 128 encryption.
The CPM Modem connection is dropping – An error message in the audit log indicates Logout DCD off port 09: what caused this?
The message is generated when the originating modem drops the session.
Can I Daisy chain two DSM units togerther?
You can daisy two DSM units together (using a rollover cable), and remotely access the attached devices through one of the units; however, to maintain the port session to the second daisy chained unit, we will need to set port one's disconnect character on the second unit to a character that is different from the disconnect character used in the first unit. This will allow you to freely connect to and then disconnect from ports on the second unit, and maintain the established connected session of the first TSM. Click on the link below for an example of how to set this up.
How do I perform an XMODEM transfer?
An XMODEM transfer is sometimes needed to perform a binary upgrade of an attached device. The attached documentation will provide a sample configuration to accomplish the transfer using XMODEM.
What type of USB cable do I need to connect to the serial USB port on the front?
The USB port on the front is a USB MINI. You would need an A-Male to Mini B USB cable.
How does the RPC-4850 generate alarms if DC input A or B is lost.
The inputs are shared inputs. The RPC will only be powered from one of the input Circuits, the second input will serve as a backup power source. We do not monitor the power inputs, no alarming is available when power is lost on input A or B.
Will the WTI management software port the parameter configuration from a TSM-40 to a DSM-40?
The WMU can port the TSM file, however the parameter file will require some editing.The structure of the DSM parameter file requires the use of an XML header tag that the TSM does not supply.
The following tag, <wti_config unit_type_info="DSM:41:00″> will need to be added to the being of the TSM-40 parameter file before it can be sent to a DSM-40.
What crypto module is used in WTI Devices?
I need more information on the TSM-40 and WTI DSM-40.
"Utilizes an embedded validated FIPS 140-2 cryptographic module ".
I need to confirm this (NIAP, NIST or DISA).
We use the open source package OpenSSL and its NIST in the TSM and DSM.
note: what about the VMR? is it the same?
I am getting the error message "Warning, SIM card not installed", what can I do?
Verify that the SIM card is installed in the unit and is correctly seated.
Please see attached document for correct installation.
What type of SIM do I need for my Cell unit?
The unit will take a standard 2FF SIM. The SIM must have a registered data plan for machine to machine (m2m). The physical dimensions of the SIM are 25mm (width) by 15mm (height).
How do I save my configuration file and upload it?
Directions for saving and uploading parameters via a terminal emulation program. Example is for a terminal emulation program called TeraTerm using an AFS. The example can be used for all of our console and power products.
*Be advised that you can not load the parameter file from a PPC board into an Arm board.
How do I back up or restore my parameters using the WMU?
The attached documentation will walk you through the steps of backing up your unit and restoring the parameters using the WMU.


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Q: How to run ffmpeg on heroku-18 stack? I have a Java web app on Heroku. It's on heroku-18 stack with heroku/java buildpack.
I need to compress some videos and due to the lack of such libraries for Java decided to install FFmpeg on Heroku.
Adding FFmpeg buildpacks like https://github.com/kontentcore/heroku-buildpack-ffmpeg, https://github.com/jonathanong/heroku-buildpack-ffmpeg-latest was successful as FFmpeg was installed but they failed when running because of various linking problems.
For that I tried to add heroku-community/apt buildstack. My Aptfile file contains just the ffmpeg package.
Still I'm getting
ffmpeg: error while loading shared libraries: libpulsecommon-11.1.so: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory
FFmpeg command that I try to run from the Java code is simple:
ffmpeg -i video.webm video-compressed.webm
Am I missing something?

A: I know this is quite outdated, but for me this buildpack did the trick.

*

*You don't need an Aptfile anymore

*Make sure add this buildpack on top of all the others using heroku buildpacks:add --index 1 https://github.com/jonathanong/heroku-buildpack-ffmpeg-latest.git

*Rebuild and deploy your app and the trick should be done.


WAYNE ROONEY led the tributes to Paul Scholes last night – by describing him as the best player he has ever played with.
He will be missed greatly. He is definitely the best player I have played with.
Paul Scholes, 36, made the surprise decision to announce his retirement yesterday, ending a glittering 17-year career with Manchester United.
Never one to hog the limelight, Scholes had kept his decision quiet – and Wayne Rooney admitted it came as a shock to many.
Rooney said: "I tried to ask him what he was doing but you don't get much out of him.
"I didn't think it would come this quickly.
"Everyone will be sad to see him stop. He is a great player.
Rooney, talking to talkSPORT radio, couldn't resist a tongue-in-cheek dig at his team-mate's infamous tackling ability, though.
United defender Rio Ferdinand used his Twitter account to hail Scholes as the best player of his generation.
He wrote: "Paul Scholes retires from football... the BEST player of his generation – fact.
"Loved every minute of playing football with him. Paul Scholes aka 'Sat Nav'.
"Went from a scoring midfielder to a dictator of the game (changed his game while still at top of the game) – genius.
"If anyone tried to take a pee in the bushes during training Scholesy would be trying to hit you with a ball from 40 yards!
Dwight Yorke also paid a glowing tribute to his former United team-mate.
He told Sky Sports News: "When you look back you talk about legends of the game, he's certainly up there.
"Twenty trophies since 1994 – he just seems to get better and better.
"The four years I played alongside him, he is the best player, one of the first names on the manager's team sheet.
1974: Born Salford, November 16.
1991: Signs for United as a trainee.
1994: Makes Premier League debut on September 24 against Ipswich.
1997: Makes England debut against South Africa at Old Trafford in May and scores on first start against Italy.
1999: Helps United complete a Treble but misses Champions League final win over Bayern Munich through suspension.
2004: Retires from international football.
2006: Makes 500th appearance for United against Liverpool.
2008: Helps United win Champions League in Moscow.
2011: Helps United win record 19th title.
Manchester United: 676 games, 150 goals.
England: 66 games, 14 goals.


Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards deck provides an easy-to-learn method of divination. Each Gypsy Witch card is numbered and displays a pictorial illustration of the card's symbolic meaning. Individual meanings of the cards are also written on the card faces. Standard cards are shown in miniature in the upper left corner. The card pack includes a small instruction booklet with two methods of laying out the cards for a short reading, and a long reading. The significance of each card is determined by its context and position in the layout.
Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Cards are based on the divination system attributed to Mademoiselle Lenormand, the celebrated 18th century French mystic and fortuneteller. Mlle Lenormand's prophetic powers were known throughout Europe. She predicted the rise and fall of Napoleon with astounding accuracy.
Gypsy Witch Fortune Telling Playing Cards were first introduced in 1903 and have been published continuously since. They remain one of the most widely recognized and popular fortune-telling decks in the U.S.A. The Gypsy Witch deck contains Jokers and can be used for traditional card games, as well as cartomancy.