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Macular pucker affects approximately 10 percent of people, particularly men and women over the age of 50. Based in the center of your retina, the macula is responsible for the part of your vision that allows you to see straight ahead. As you read the text on this page, you are using your macula. When the retinal surface forms an extra layer of tissue and contracts, distorting the retina, it is known as a macular pucker. They look like a piece of scotch tape and can distort the central vision. If you start to notice this, you should see a doctor for macular pucker as soon as possible.
If you live in Newport Beach macular pucker doctors are nearby. The Retina Associates of Orange County are licensed and certified ophthalmologists in California. Our multilingual staff (Tagalog, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, English, Farsi, and Spanish) helps clients of all ages and from different backgrounds. We see a broad range of eye problems including macular pucker. Guided by our knowledge, experience, and passion to enable people to improve their vision, we have a built a solid reputation. If you are in Newport Beach macular pucker consultations are just a phone call away.
The retina is the light-sensing layer of cells that lines the inner wall of the back of the eye. The macula is the center of the retina that allows one to see fine detail. If you think of your eye like a camera, the retina and macula are the film of the camera. There are many conditions that can damage the macula.
An epiretinal membrane is a condition with many names: macular pucker, pre-retinal fibrosis, cellophane maculopathy, and surface wrinkle retinopathy, among others. All of these allude to an ailment that causes blurred and/or distorted central vision.
What causes an epiretinal membrane or macular pucker?
The vitreous gel separates from the retina in nearly everyone at some point in his or her life. In some people, when the vitreous separates, it causes scar tissue to form over the macula. This extra tissue will often thicken and contract, causing an irregular surface of the macula layer.
What are the symptoms of an epiretinal membrane or macular pucker?
Some patients are without symptoms, but as the macular pucker or epiretinal membrane thickens, patients will often describe wavy lines or distorted central vision. Blurred vision and/or difficulty reading may also be a symptom.
A macular pucker and macular hole are different conditions of the eye. Both result from a shrinking vitreous pulling on the retina. When this pulling leads to small microscopic damage, the retina can naturally heal itself, but the scar tissue that results can be considered a macular pucker. If the shrinking vitreous pulls on the retina too hard, a tear can result. Known as a macular hole, this is a more serious condition. Both issues present similar symptoms which is why you should see an ophthalmologist for an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
An ophthalmologist can examine your retina in order to diagnose an epiretinal membrane. Once the membrane is detected, there are two common photographic tests administered for assessing the extent of the damage to the underlying retina. These tests are fluorescein angiography (FA) and optical coherence tomography (OCT).
Fluorescein Angiography– in a in a fluorescein angiogram, patients are injected with sodium fluorescein dye through the veins in their hands or arms. Then the physician takes a series of photographs of the retina. The physician can use these photographs to evaluate the retinal layer, the layer beneath the retina and the retina’s blood vessels. The dye used in this process is not x-ray dye and no x-ray is taken. Rather, sodium fluorescein dye is a photographic dye that the patient will eventually eliminate from the body through urination. The dye may stain the patient’s skin yellow for up to 24 hours. The test is considered highly safe and effective. However, some patients may prove allergic to the dye. In this case, another kind of test, optical coherence tomography, may be administered.
Optical coherence tomography is a newer epiretinal membrane assessment in which light waves are bounced off the retina to obtain a cross section image. No dye is used in this exam. Rather, the light waves map the retina, acting similarly to sonar waves mapping images of the ocean floor.
The only way known to treat epiretinal membranes is to surgically remove them. Surgery is generally not necessary in cases where symptoms are mild. If both eyes are affected, strengthening one’s bifocals or using a magnifying glass may improve one’s near vision.
In more substantial cases, the membrane is removed in a procedure known as vitrectomy. This is generally an outpatient procedure in which local anesthesia is administered. Surgeons in this procedure use minute instruments to remove the vitreous humor from the eye’s central cavity and then remove the membrane that wrinkles the macula. After which, the macula should smooth out and symptoms will gradually be reduced. Most patients see an improvement in vision following this treatment. However, vision usually does not return to normal, and some visual distortion and reduced acuity often remain.
As with any surgery, there are risks. In vitrectomy surgery, the risks include infection, bleeding, torn or detached retina, inflammation, or affects to the blood vessels in the retina.
How successful is Newport Beach macular pucker surgery?
Repairing a macular pucker with a surgical procedure is a delicate process. In most cases the vision will improve; however, sometimes it does not return to normal. Every patient is different; some will see a large improvement and others only slightly. That being said, the majority of patients will see an improvement in vision distortion. Recovery can take three months or more. It’s important to follow any recommended post surgical treatment for optimal outcomes.
When you visit Newport Beach macular pucker doctors, you may also be examined for additional diseases of the eye. Oftentimes, patients with macular pucker will have other eye problems including cataracts, macular edema, or retinal vein occlusion. If any of these issues are discovered, a treatment plan will be devised that includes each problem. Some can be addressed and treated simultaneously and others will need to be individually treated when the time is right. Your ophthalmologist can discuss all of your options during your eye appointments. Rest assured that when you are a patient of the Retina Associates of Orange County, you will be in good hands.
If you suspect you are suffering from visual distortion caused by epiretinal membranes, contact Retina Associates of Orange County. Our qualified retinal specialists can help restore your sight and/or prevent further vision loss.
Whether you are in Santa Ana, Laguna Hills, or Newport Beach macular pucker doctors can help you correct and restore your vision; call us at 949-706-3514 for a free consultation.
Retina Associates of Orange County are a group of top ophthalmologists in California.
Our office staff and/or the Physicians of RAOC speak multiple languages (e.g. English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog and Farsi).
Call Retina Associates of Orange County or request an appointment with one of our retina physicians today.


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Community associations must be careful to preserve construction defect claims. All too often, our firm is approached by associations to handle construction defect litigation at the eleventh hour, or worse, when the time has already passed to bring an action. Because of the significant costs typically associated with repairing construction defects, community associations must be proactive in their pursuit of construction defect claims.
Georgia has a relatively short window of time to assert construction defect claims, including negligent construction claims. Thus, it is important for associations to investigate potential defects and then take immediate action based on the findings. For example, if an owner reports significant cracks in a common element wall, the association should arrange for an engineer to inspect the property and then discuss the results with legal counsel.
Traditionally, service on the Board of Directors for a community association has been carried out on a completely volunteer basis, with the Board members’ only reward being the sense of fulfillment they receive from knowing that they are providing a valuable service to their community. But increasingly, some community associations are finding that this altruistic reward is not enough to keep the open spots on their Boards filled. For such associations, the question of whether it is permissible to offer compensation to Board members for their service may understandably arise.
There is no law in Georgia that prohibits a member of a Board of Directors of a non-profit corporation to be compensated for his or her service. That said, the By-laws of most community associations do prohibit the Directors from receiving any form of compensation for their service or only permit it if it is approved by a majority of all of the members. Notably, for the purposes of By-laws provisions governing Board member compensation, the term “compensation” means not only a cash payment for service, but any form of compensation at all, including a waiver of assessments.
In some ways, good termination provisions in community association vendor contracts resemble pre-nuptial agreements in marriages. When in the first flush of infatuation with a new vendor’s promises of excellent landscaping or pool services, the Board, like a new bride or groom, understandably does not want to think about what will happen if the vendor’s services don’t live up to expectations. Unfortunately, though, however rosy a relationship with a particular vendor may start out, there’s a good chance that at some point, there will come a time when one party wants out of the contract. And when that time comes, a good termination provision, like a pre-nuptial agreement, can alleviate much of the strife that might otherwise result from the split.
Homeowners often assume that state “Sunshine Laws” require that all meetings of the Board of Directors of a community association be open to the membership. This assumption is incorrect. The Sunshine Law, also known as Open Meeting law, does not apply to community associations. The law only applies to state and county governments, boards and agencies. It does not apply to non-profit corporations except in certain cases in which the non-profit corporation receives public tax funds. Further, neither the Georgia Condominium Act nor the Georgia Property Owners Association Act (the “POAA”), require that Board of Directors’ meetings be open to the membership. As a consequence, unless a particular community association’s By-laws specifically require that Board meetings be open to the members (which some do), meetings of the Board of Directors can be closed to the members.
In the community association context, members commonly confuse the roles of members of the Board of Directors and those of officers of the Association. This is understandable since in many community associations, the Association officers also serve as members of the Board. However, as in any non-profit corporation, the roles of members of the Board of Directors and officers of a community association are distinct, and a clear understanding of this distinction is essential to proper community association governance.
The membership of the community association elects members of the Board of Directors pursuant to the association’s Bylaws. This election commonly occurs at the Association’s annual meeting. Once elected, the Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the community association, and members of the Board are the only parties entitled to vote on actions taken by the association as a corporation. For example, the Board determines by majority vote how monies are spent, when to hire and fire employees and contractors, and how to handle a broad range of other responsibilities for the community.
As the economy continues to slowly improve, many community associations are starting to think about starting the common area repair and renovation projects that they put off during the economic downturn. For those associations considering large-scale, expensive repair and renovation projects, the most practical source of funding for the project is often a community association loan. However, despite their frequent use among community associations, a few common misconceptions persist about community association loans that may make some Boards hesitant to explore the option of obtaining a loan.
Given the deluge of rain Georgians experienced this summer, recent news reports of flooding and related images of swollen creeks and submerged houses may not come as much of a surprise. What may come as a surprise, however, is that much of the severe flooding in Georgia this year occurred in mountainous North Georgia, an area that does not meet the typical description of a flat, flood-prone region.
This underscores an important point- that flooding can happen anywhere, to any of us, at any time. In fact, flooding is the most common, and costly, natural disaster in the U.S. Yet, as many homeowners learn too late, homeowner’s insurance policies DO NOT cover damages caused by a flood. Instead, such coverage is available only by purchasing special “Flood Insurance”. Flood insurance is widely available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), a program administered by the Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration, which is part of FEMA.
It’s not often that you see a homeowners association compared with an indestructible fictional character. However, you may be surprised to learn terminating a homeowners association may be just about as difficult as terminating the Terminator. One of the reasons for this is that abolishment of a homeowners association involves two steps, each of which is fairly complex on its own: 1) termination of the Declaration of Covenants; and 2) dissolution of the corporation.
As you may know, the Declaration of Covenants (“Declaration”) contains the restrictions and obligations, or “covenants”, binding both the community association and the individual owners. These covenants provide for the obligation to pay assessments and for architectural controls that restrict changes to the lots.
For many community associations, the wet and stormy summer we’ve been experiencing here in Georgia means an uptick in damages from falling water-logged trees and branches. Given that association-owned common area and individually-owned units and lots often lie in close proximity to one another, these falling branches and trees give rise to the inevitable question: who pays for the damage?
Under basic Georgia common law, ownership of a tree is determined by the property upon which the tree’s trunk is located. If the tree’s trunk is located entirely on one piece of property, then that tree belongs to the owner of the property on which it sits. If the tree trunk stands on two or more pieces of property, then each property owner owns that portion of the tree that is located on his or her property and has an easement of support from the other landowners who share the tree. That means that each landowner has the right to require that the other landowner not use his part of the tree in such a way as to unreasonably damage or destroy the whole tree.

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Tytuł oryginału: A recovery of FHR signal in the embedded space.
Autorzy: Tomasz Przybyła, Tomasz Pander, J. Wróbel, Robert Czabański, D. Roj, A. Matonia.
Źródło: W: XIII Mediterranean Conference on Medical and Biological Engineering and Computing 2013. MEDICON 2013, Seville, Spain, 25-28 September 2013. Ed. L. M. Roa Romero. Berlin : Springer, 2013, s. 563-566, bibliogr. 13 poz.

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This goes along with most of the information I have learned from other sources. There are two things that are notably different. Dr. Mercola doesn't mention restricting fruits and vegetables from the nightshade family. Compounds in these foods have been shown to agravate inflammation. He also didn't mention a wonderful anti-inflammatory - aloe. Whenever I have inflammation I reach for Aloe Ace-Max to relieve my symptoms and promote healing.
Rheumatoid arthritis is on the rise among women in the U.S. Cases rose 2.5 percent between 1995 and 2007, even as they fell among men.
Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your body's immune system attacks its own joints. This causes pain and swelling.
"Previous studies have found a link between cigarette smoking and rheumatoid arthritis. Vitamin D deficiency has also been associated with the development of the condition."
Based on the extrapolated numbers from this study, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) now affects 1.5 million Americans. The majority of them are women, and the prevalence in women appears to be rising.
According to this latest study, published in the journal Arthritis and Rheumatism, the number of diagnosed RA cases rose 2.5 percent between 1995 and 2007, and now affect just over 53 women per 100,000, and nearly 28 men per 100,000.
These statistics reflect a sudden increase in RA for women, whereas the incidence in men actually fell by 0.5 percent within the same timeframe.
As with any inflammatory disease, it's important to understand what might cause or exacerbate chronic inflammation in your body, because that's the key to avoiding the problem it in the first place.
Whereas osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, primarily caused by "wear-and-tear" on your joints, rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that activates your immune system to attack your joints, causing them to break down.
It tends to be bilateral and symmetrical, meaning it affects both sides of your body to a more or less equal degree. It also tends to affect your middle joints, especially your hands and fingers, which causes the joint deformities that are a hallmark of this disease.
RA can be both crippling and lethal, so it's definitely not something you should ignore.
Narrowing it down to a list of chemicals where there's a proven direct cause and effect would be nearly impossible, considering the tens of thousands of chemicals on the market and all the individual sensitivities and predispositions.
This underscores the importance of living your life as purely as possible, avoiding as many toxic chemical exposures as you can on a daily basis, no matter where you are.
In addition to avoiding toxins, integrating a few simple lifestyle changes can dramatically lower your risk of developing RA as well.
One important underlying cause of RA, which is nearly universally present in most all autoimmune diseases, is some kind of severe, traumatic emotional insult. The emotional trauma often occurs before the age the conscious mind is formed, which is typically around the age of 5 or 6, though it can occur at any point in your life.
If that specific emotional insult is not addressed with an effective treatment modality, then the underlying emotional trigger will not be removed, allowing the destructive process to proceed.
In some cases, RA appears to be caused by an infection, and it is my experience that this infection is usually acquired when you have a stressful event that causes a disruption in your bioelectrical circuits, which then leads to an impairment in your immune system.
This impairment predisposes you to developing the initial infection and also contributes to your relative inability to effectively defeat the infection.
Therefore, it's very important to have an effective tool to address these underlying emotional traumas. The most common form of treatment used is called EFT. More information can be found at www.eftuniverse.com .
If you already have RA, the emotional trauma is best treated by a professional.
As mentioned in the BBC News article above, vitamin D deficiency is also associated with the development of RA. Vitamin D is intricately tied to the functioning of your immune system, so this makes perfect sense. And yes, in the thousands of RA patients I saw, vitamin D deficiency was more the norm than the exception.
Results from the Iowa Women's Health Study, published in the journal Arthritis and Rheumatism in 2004, found that vitamin D intake is inversely associated with rheumatoid arthritis. The results showed that postmenopausal women who consumed at least 400 IU of supplemental vitamin D daily had a 34 percent reduction of risk, and that's just taking a measly 400 IU's!
More recent research indicates most people need FAR more vitamin D than that. Based on the available data, the current recommendation by most experts is 35 units per pound per day, or 5,000-10,000 IUs for most adults.
In my opinion it is virtually criminal malpractice to treat a person with RA and not regularly monitor their vitamin D levels to confirm that they are in a therapeutic range of 50-70 ng/ml.
The treatment protocol that has helped thousands of RA patients go into remission includes dietary modification.
Following these general guidelines alone will go a long way to dramatically reduce your risk of developing any kind of problem with chronic inflammation.
As most of you may know by now, sometimes taking supplements is as bad as taking "drugs," in the sense that many of them are temporary band-aids that do not address the underlying cause. However, herbal- and other natural supplements are definitely FAR safer than most drugs, so particularly for pain relief, they're clearly a safer option.
For the treatment of RA, turmeric in particular has been shown to be effective against both acute and chronic pain. In experiments on rats, turmeric appeared to block inflammatory pathways associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
Boswellia, also known as boswellin or "Indian frankincense" is another herb I've found to be particularly useful against arthritic inflammation and associated pain.
Ginger also has anti-inflammatory properties and can offer pain relief. Fresh ginger works well steeped in boiling water as a tea or grated into vegetable juice.
One new addition is low-dose Naltrexone, which I would encourage anyone with RA to try. It is inexpensive and non-toxic, and I have a number of physician reports documenting incredible efficacy in getting people off of all their dangerous arthritis medications.
The drugs typically used for rheumatoid arthritis are some of the most dangerous drugs used in medicine. High doses of prednisone are common, as well as immunosuppressants and anti-cancer agents to treat the severe pain and swelling.
Low-dose Naltrexone, however, does not fall into this dangerous category.
Naltrexone (generic name) is a pharmacologically active opioid antagonist, conventionally used to treat drug- and alcohol addiction – normally at doses of 50mg to 300mg. As such, it's been an FDA approved drug for over two decades.
However, researchers have found that at very low dosages (3 to 4.5 mg), naltrexone has immunomodulating properties that may be able to successfully treat a wide range of autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's, fibromyalgia, and Chron's disease, just to name a few.

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The Département d’économie appliquée of the ULB (DULBEA) hosts 9 research units each built around a different theme: economic cycles, the economy of the region of Brussels Capital, health economics, innovation economics, labour economics (DULBEA-ETE), international economy and finance, public and non-profit economics, regional and technology economics (DULBEA-CERT), and economic modelling.
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The National Documentation Centre (ΕΚΤ) is the national institution for documentation, information and support on science, research and technology issues.Founded in 1980, EKT/NHRF is part of the National Hellenic Research Foundation (NHRF) and is supervised by the General Secretariat for Research and Technology of the Ministry of Education, Lifelong Learning and Religion. EKT/NHRF's mission is to act as a backbone for the Greek national infrastructure for the development, organisation and provision of science and technology content, offering services to the country's scientific and business community.
Fondazione IDIS - Città della Scienza is a non-profit organization which has operated in Naples since 1989. The objective of the organization is to set up initiatives of social interest in the field of the promotion of science and technological innovation as a contribution to the sustainable development. The mission is to generate a virtuous process of scientific education, a continuous training and a state of creation/stimulation of new job opportunities as well as a social and economic growth of population, both with direct action and in partnership with other actors.
From many years Città della Scienza is very active in international cooperation with particular attention to the Mediterranean area by promoting concrete actions that use science as a language of peace, dialogue and development.
The Egyptian Academy of Science, a non profit organization, provides a public service by ensuring independent, unbiased assessments of sciences and by representing sciences both within Egypt and internationally. The ASRT is the executive arm of the Egyptian Ministry of Scientific Research with respect to the design and implementation of Research programs. It also manages a number of projects funded by foreign agencies (USA, Sweden, France, European Commission) in addition to funding a number of research projects through national (Egyptian) programs.
Saint Joseph University isa private university founded in 1875 in Lebanon. The Lebanese state officially recognizes the university and the diplomas it grants in accord with the law organizing higher education in Lebanon. It is a member of the Association of Arab Universities, the International Association of Universities, the Association of French speaking universities (AUPELF) the International Federation of Catholic Universities, the European Federation of Catholic Universities, the Association of Jesuit Institutions of Higher Learning in Europe and Lebanon and the Euro-Med University (Téthys). It is linked to over one hundred universities: Arab, European, American and Canadian, by accords for cooperation. Saint Joseph University counts over 1,880 professors of various rank; over 500 employees and workers in general services and laboratories and 11,000 students.
Established in 1994, the Institute of Women`s Studies (IWS) at Birzeit University is committed to teaching, research, gender-based community intervention, and influencing social policies. It isthe first academic initiative in gender studies in Palestine and one of only two centers in the Arab world. Furthermore, the Institute's Master Program in “Gender and Development Studies” is the first graduate program of its kind in the region.
The Aleppo University is a leading public scientific institution with a rich cultural heritage. It operates within the framework of the policies set by the Syrian Arab Republic in terms of educational, cultural and service–related needs of society. The University grew rapidly, forming respected programs in engineering, sciences, and literature, as well as a strong emphasis on languages, offering courses on the German, Russian, French, and English languages, in addition to Arabic. Aleppo University consists of 25 faculties (including 2 higher institutes) with 152 departments, among which 20 faculties are in Aleppo and 5 in Idlib.

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It is a commonly held theory that the Roman period cardo and decumanus, the main north-south and east-west oriented streets of the city, influenced the subsequent development of Ashkelon well into the Islamic period. It is time to test that theory directly.
Last season, a salvage excavation conducted in Grid 32, just outside the park offices, identified a familiar occupational sequence; monumental, likely public, Roman/Byzantine period architecture which was replaced by industrial, and possibly residential, structures in the Islamic period. The stratigraphy was dense and the material uncovered strongly suggested we were close to one of Ashkelon's major streets.
During the 2015 season, we will move even closer to the presumed location of the cardo and open a 5 x 10 meter area as we expand our search for this important feature of the ancient city.

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The NMH Math Team has been increasing in popularity and interest over the past few years.
There are about 40 active students on the team, with three student captains sharing supervisory responsibilities. The team meets formally once a week to learn different areas of mathematics and practice with challenging problems. In addition, the captains and faculty advisor offer additional meetings for those who are eager to pursue their specific interests.
The NMH Math Team is open to all students in every grade. New members at any level are welcome. The goals are to promote the passion, curiosity, and learning of mathematics, and to be competitive and place high in the competitions.
Contact Math Team coach Taylor McNeill if you're interested in participating.

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Exclusive to Garston Entertainments, The Jerseys Present The Beach Boys Experience Are Ideal for Corporate Events, Theme Nights, Private Parties, Hotels, Cruises and More!
The Jerseys Present the Beach Boys Experience are a professional 4 piece authentic musical and vocal tribute to the iconic American group, The Beach Boys.
This fantastic show contains superb vocals, close harmonies and brilliant choreographed routines which will have your guests singing and dancing along.
The show includes some of the Beach Boy's most loved, timeless hits, such as; "Wouldn't it Be Nice" , "Barbara Ann" and "Fun, Fun, Fun" to name just a few.
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Microgaming the leading gaming supplier with the most casino games and online casinos on the market has reached an agreement with Expekt. The agreement between Microgaming and Expekt means that Microgaming will offer a downloadable casino at Expekt and its players.
The agreement includes Microgaming table games, video poker, and over 400 slot machines. This also means that Expekt will be able to offer one of the biggest online progressive jackpots currently available on online casinos. Expekt will also use Microgaming Back Office to administer the new download casino.
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The press release says nothing about when the casino integration of Microgaming’s games and Back End will be completed.
Our guess is that it will take some months to integrate and test the casino before it can be launched. Until then Expekt offer other games that are still very good and has many players.

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There’s been a lot of talk about legal technology and innovation and its impact on the practice of law. But as new tech products hit the shelves every day, it is difficult to keep up with the rate of change. Legal analytics, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence—how will these innovations change the way legal services are delivered?
For those that want to explore the implications in depth, Chicago-Kent College of Law has created an LL.M. program in Legal Innovation + Technology, which will begin in the fall 2018 semester.
The program is a one-year, full-time course of study with an emphasis on how emerging technologies, big data, and innovation in the legal industry enhance the practice of law and the delivery of legal services, according to Chicago-Kent’s website.
Courses in the LL.M. program offer U.S. and international law graduates an opportunity to explore topics like legal analytics, machine learning, project management, technology-aided access to justice, legal ethics, and blockchain and cryptocurrency. Students will also learn firsthand from leading professionals who are currently leveraging technology for more efficient business processes.
The program will be available to foreign-trained attorneys and law students requiring a U.S. student visa starting in fall 2019 due to the lengthy process of obtaining U.S. immigration approvals, although Chicago-Kent can award concentration certificates to fall 2018 LL.M. entrants who complete coursework.
The program will be available in fall 2018 to lawyers and law students who do not require a U.S. student visa.
Detailed admissions information and applications will be available starting in April 2018. More information can be found here.


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Last week, someone asked me what I thought of “that flute record.” My mind instantly went back to “Koko” by Sander Van Doorn, but the guy said it was something new. When I heard “Bullit” by Watermät, it made more sense. Out on Spinnin Deep, the instrumental track is much more subtle, groovy, and yes, deep, than what you usually hear from Spinnin Records. “Bullit” is a chilled progressive track with a poolside lounge vibe. The intro is a bit reminiscent of Giorgio Moroder (maybe “I Feel Love”), but slowed down. The chords trigger an emotional response and takes me back to the classic Dusted (Rollo/Mark Bates) track “Always Remember to Respect and Honor Your Mother.” Then there is the flute which just sounds heavenly, as if it’s leading you on a journey. There aren’t a lot of deeper progressive tracks that cross over to the mainstream, but something tells me that this might be the one for the summer. You can expect a vocal version to filter out around by the end of June.
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Welcome to the world, Logan Michael Lohan! Michael Lohan and his wife Kate Major have welcomed their second baby boy together, Us Weekly can exclusively confirm.
The new addition arrived at 11:16 a.m. on New Year's Eve, weighing in at 6 lbs., 14 oz. November 16 (11/16), coincidentally, is also Major's birthday.
"Kate and I are ecstatic. A bit late for Christmas but the best gift imaginable," Lohan, 54, tells Us in a statement. "What a way to bring in the new year! God has blessed me with the best children a father could ever ask for — but I'm done!"
Lohan and 32-year-old Major tied the knot in Florida back in October. They welcomed their first child, son Landon, in January 2013. "It was a beautiful, small ceremony and reception afterward," a source told Us of the nuptials at the time. "Kate and Michael purposely wanted it private as they await the arrival of their second child together."
Lohan is already dad to famous actress Lindsay Lohan, 28, daughter Ali, 21, and sons Michael Jr., 27, and Cody, 18, with whom he shares with ex-wife Dina Lohan.


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See what Asian medicine can do for you!
Meggan Baumgartner's practice is committed to the health and overall well-being of her patients and this therefore expands outward to our entire community. To this end she provides a comprehensive array of services based primarily in Chinese and East Asian medicine that can be applied to people of all ages and with a variety of conditions. This is a truly holistic and complete health care system which incorporates the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual realms of human existence. Meggan's extensive experience working with others and herself provides a rich platform in which her work with you unfolds.
Meggan has over a decade of experience providing the sweet combination of Chinese, Japanese, and Five Element acupuncture styles with acupressure, shiatsu, tuina, moxibustion, cupping, Chinese herbs, essential oils, dietary and lifestyle suggestions, craniosacral therapy, and healing Qigong techniques (energetic exercises and meditations). Her patients find this combination of skills an incredible asset to their healing and self-care awareness plan.
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Bike Pants Save the Day!
As much as I enjoyed bike riding last summer, I must confess I was a little apprehensive when recently we took the bikes out of the garage for a ride out west towards Kila. Mostly I was afraid of going up the hills and coming home with a sore bum. David had his new bike and I was riding my Kmart special. I was trying really hard and doing a lot of huffin’ and puffin’, but I had trouble keeping up with everyone.
It was a nice ride, albeit a tough cardio work-out. Unfortunately, the maxi pad I wore didn’t do a thing for comfort and I still came home with a tender tush.
I couldn’t wait for my new bike to come as I was anxious to see if it would help me turn in to a cycling maniac like my dear husband and daughters.
We had purchased some new bikes from Wheaton’s. The ladies model was on order so I had to wait a few days for it to arrive at the store. That’s why my first ride of the season was on my old bike from KMart.
When we were deciding on the new bikes, I told the salesman how I wanted a bike with a big cushy seat to accommodate the female form. He looked at us both, my husband and me, and asked us how we intended to use the bikes – where we rode, how often, and how long.
He confidently told us what we needed and I felt like I was having a Comeaux Furniture buying moment. At Comeaux’s, they only stock the stuff people really want. They greet you with a Coke, ask you what you’re looking for, then take you to a place in the showroom where you see furniture that suits you to a tee. No pressure, just intuitive knowledgeable salespeople that know they have the best selection at the right price. That’s how it was at Wheatons.
I continued to emphasize my desire for a comfy bike seat. I tried to be delicate and lady-like in my explanation as I saw no point in being graphic and telling all of the details of how I ended the Hiawatha with bruises, abrasions and spots of blood in my undies. I didn’t think it necessary to say that for days afterwards I couldn’t pee without it stinging my bottom.
I think the salesman got the message. He looked me straight in the eye and said that I needed to buy a pair of bike pants.
Duh! Wasn’t I supposed to have kicked the habit of worrying about what people think of me by the time I had hit 40? I guess I’m a slow learner. I appreciated his frankness and kept the idea of padded bike pants in mind.
Next, we took the bikes for a test drive. Talk about a big improvement from our other bikes! These were comfortable and fast. I knew David was going to buy them.
In the days that followed as I was waiting for my bike to come in, I shopped around for bike pants. I decided on a pair of Pearl Izumi’s. They fit well, massage my legs, and the puffy diaper padding doesn’t look as funky as some of the other brands I had tried on.
By the time the weekend came, I was ready to cycle with a new bike and pair of cool bike pants. I cannot tell you what a difference that new combination made in my cycling abilities. It was sheer joy. I was free! I was like Curious George sailing away on a bike. I was comfortable and much faster than on my old bike.
We took the bike path west of town and headed south. Here you can see the Kalispell by-pass that runs parallel to the path at this point.
Eileen and Mallory. That's me along the fence taking pictures.
We passed farmland. Sometimes they have cows grazing in this area, but not this time.
The next picture is after we had turned around and are going back.
A river, or I should say creek, runs through it.
Eileen and Mallory are strong riders and stayed ahead most of the time.
After a great bike ride, it was time to get back home.
We were out for a couple of hours and my behind was no worse for the wear. If you like to cycle and don’t have a pair of padded bike pants, I highly recommend you buy yourself a pair. Your bottom will thank you.
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It’s the end of another long, hectic day. You’re so physically drained you feel as if you could fall asleep in an instant…until you get into bed. No matter how burnt out you are from the day, it’s as if the minute your head hits the pillow you are wide awake, and nothing can lull you to sleep. You try listening to music, reading a book, meditating, yet nothing seems to work! You are both “tired and wired,” tossing and turning all night long until the sun comes up and it starts all over again.
What you may not realize is there are certain underlying health problems that could be behind your sleepless nights. The key to overcoming insomnia is to identify the root causes that are keeping you from falling asleep and staying asleep. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most common causes of insomnia and some simple lifestyle strategies for addressing those underlying issues so you can finally get the quality, restorative sleep you need.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) causes heartburn and acid reflux, both of which can interrupt a sound sleep. In fact, three out of four people experience disrupted sleep due to GERD symptoms.2 That’s because the backflow of acid and food into the esophagus can worsen heartburn when you lie down, particularly if you are a late night snacker. This exacerbates GERD symptoms such as coughing and choking, which can lead to insomnia, sleep apnea, and daytime sleepiness. Reflux is often caused by food sensitivities, a poor diet, too little stomach acid, stress, or gut infections such as SIBO. They key to overcoming GERD is to pinpoint and address the root cause behind your symptoms.
It’s estimated that between 3 and 10 million people suffer from an overactive thyroid, known as hyperthyroidism. I myself was diagnosed with the autoimmune form of hyperthyroidism called Graves’ disease during my second year of medical school, so I can tell you how badly it affected my sleep! Hyperthyroidism ramps up all of your metabolic processes and overstimulates your nervous system, leading to tremors, night sweats, a racing heart, and anxiety–a perfect storm for insomnia. If you suspect hyperthyroidism is at the root of your sleep problems, check out my book The Thyroid Connection for a comprehensive guide to getting your condition and get your life back.
Neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis are linked to an increased incidence of insomnia. Nearly everyone with Parkinson’s has insomnia and those with multiple sclerosis are three times as likely to have sleep disturbances or poor quality sleep.3 Sleep disruption is partly due to pain, tremors, or spasticity, though insomnia also seems to be a symptom of the neurological disorder itself.4 Additionally, medications prescribed for these conditions can interrupt REM cycles and cause severe nightmares, thereby worsening the cycle of daytime fatigue and sleepless nights.
If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or fibromyalgia, it’s likely that these disorders are keeping you awake at night. The musculoskeletal pain from these disorders can make it difficult to sleep, and often those with fibromyalgia experience other conditions such as restless leg syndrome and sleep apnea, which can compound insomnia.5 In turn, poor sleep can increase stress hormones, causing flare-ups for those with RA and leading to worsened joint pain and depression–not exactly a recipe for a restful night!
Asthma, sleep apnea, and other respiratory issues could be behind your insomnia. Difficulty breathing while lying down–and the accompanying anxiety of having an asthma attack while asleep–can cause sleep disruption for many people with these issues. Steroids and other medications for respiratory problems have a stimulating effect akin to caffeine, making it more difficult to fall asleep in the first place. Plus, circadian-related changes in the tone of the muscles surrounding the airways cause breathing airways to constrict at night, raising the chance of an asthma attack.
Many of the conditions above can trigger mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or having fitful nights where you feel even more exhausted come morning are hallmarks of these psychological issues. An astounding 90% of people with depression experience insomnia, and the persistent worrying and tension associated with anxiety can keep you up all night as you are plagued by thoughts about the past, present, or future that are beyond your control.
Now the good news: insomnia does not have to be a lifelong struggle! Once you’ve figured out the root cause of your insomnia, you can work on incorporating some of the following diet and lifestyle strategies for promoting better-quality, more restful sleep.
1. Optimize your diet, especially for bed.
If you have GERD or other GI issues that are causing your insomnia, it is critical to optimize your diet to reduce reflux and other symptoms. Fried foods and other heavy, fatty, and spicy meals can exacerbate acid reflux, especially when consumed in large quantities right before bedtime. Drinking a lot before bed can also disrupt sleep due to frequent trips to the bathroom during the night. These interruptions could keep you from ever entering REM sleep, the most restorative type of sleep. You should especially limit or abstain from alcohol and caffeine if you struggle with insomnia. Alcohol disrupts sleep and increases the number of sleep apnea events, and the acidity of alcoholic and caffeinated beverages can worsen GERD. Caffeine also delays your circadian rhythm and exacerbates anxiety, while alcohol can lead to depression, which we know is a major factor in insomnia.
Most chronic illnesses, including many of the conditions listed above, are caused by systemic inflammation. Our modern day diets are full of toxic foods (including sugar, alcohol, and processed junk) and inflammatory foods (gluten and dairy in particular) that trigger or worsen the symptoms of these conditions. Eating an anti-inflammatory diet and taking supplements such as curcumin that fight inflammation can help you work your way down the autoimmune spectrum and reverse the painful symptoms of autoimmunity and other inflammatory conditions including asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and GERD.
Studies have shown that moderate-intensity exercise significantly improves the sleep of those with chronic insomnia.6 Staying active during the day (not right before bed!) reduces the amount of time it takes to fall asleep and increases the duration of sleep. Walking in particular can help with stress relief and management, which in turn has a positive impact on autoimmunity and other chronic conditions. Gentle exercise is also beneficial for depression, anxiety, and joint pain, all of which interfere with quality sleep. Interestingly, high-intensity exercise and lifting weights has no effect on insomnia, so keep it nice and easy with a long, brisk walk!
4. Develop good sleep hygiene habits.
Unsurprisingly, what you do during the day has a huge effect on how well you sleep. If your sleep schedule is all over the place (staying up until 2 a.m. binge watching your favorite show, taking naps in the afternoon) your body will be unable to regulate its internal clock to know when it’s time to be awake and when it’s time to sleep. Your circadian rhythm can be thrown off by caffeine, blue light exposure from fluorescent lighting, computers, and TVs, and a lack of natural sunlight throughout the day.
Keep a strict schedule where you go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day, and try getting outside early in the morning to stimulate melatonin production. Limit or eliminate caffeine, which can delay your internal clock, and skip the catnap and late-night screen time. If you can’t avoid working on a device before bed, invest in a pair of amber glasses to help block out the blue light. I wear my amber glasses every night and have noticed a significant improvement in my sleep because of them.
Putting a few drops of lavender oil on your pillow could have a profound impact on your sleep. Lavender has a long anecdotal tradition as a natural remedy for insomnia, and scientific research supports those claims. Studies have demonstrated the ability of lavender essential oil to greatly decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. It also has antispasmodic, anticonvulsant, and neuroprotective qualities to help mitigate the effects of various neurological disorders.7 What’s more, lavender has been shown to be an effective treatment for pain, migraines, and menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and depression–all of which can keep you up at night. Using lavender as aromatherapy reduces restlessness and disturbed sleep, and has a beneficial influence on general well-being and quality of life.
6. Reverse chronic issues with diet and lifestyle.
Ultimately, overcoming insomnia comes down to overcoming the underlying cause(s) of your insomnia. By following the four pillars of The Myers Way®, you’ll be making critical changes to the dietary and lifestyle habits that are contributing to your chronic illness and sleepless nights. Repairing your gut, optimizing your diet, taming the toxins, healing your infections, and relieving your stress will help you conquer insomnia and set you on the path to lifelong wellness.


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NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV - On Sunday, April 15th, 2018, the family and friends of police shooting victim, Junior David Lopez, said their final goodbyes to the 22-year old Latino man. Some friends and family traveled from California where Junior had lived prior to residing in Las Vegas. Over a 100 people attended the funeral.
Junior was a Lyft driver who had an application in with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and was set on getting married to his fiancee, Amber Bustillos, in May. Junior was the breadwinner and believed being a police officer would provide him with a steady income so that his fiancee could continue being a full-time mother to her two young children.
Junior's younger brother, Javier Lopez, 18, who serves in the US military, had to travel from Afghanistan to attend his brother's funeral. He will return to Afghanistan shortly to continue his service.
The funeral took place at Iglesia De Dios Septimo Dia off of Kell Lane in North Las Vegas, and the burial was held at Woodlawn Cemetery. The first two hours served as time for the community to arrive and get oriented, and then at 1PM, the service began. A live band played several songs, followed by Pastor Ernesto Mendoza's sermon. The service concluded with a song performed by Junior's young cousin Jackey Montalvo.
At 2:30PM the community gathered at Woodlawn Cemetery for the burial. A live band played during the procession.

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This photo shows Verizon workers on strike in Hadley, Massachusetts, near Amherst, on April 14. One of the people in the photo is Jack Stankowski. He lives in Deerfield, Massachusetts, near Greenfield. He has worked at Verizon for 19 years. In winter, he often has to work on top of telephone poles. "I'm here for the working class," Stankowski told the Valley Post. "Corporations just want to take, take, take."
At UMass Amherst, police arrested 34 people for non-violent civil disobedience on April 12 and April 13. The protesters were calling on the university to divest from fossil fuels. More information is at their web page: www.facebook.com/divestUmass.

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Here in Central Florida we spend a lot of time outdoors – swimming, grilling, fishing, and hunting. At Toole’s Ace Hardware, we want to make sure that you have everything you need to keep having fun outside! All of our stores are Authorized Weber, Big Green Egg, and Yeti dealers.
Pool Care Supplies (Winter Garden, Groveland, and Maitland locations offer bulk chlorine).

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Am I responsible for crashing the company truck?
Can I fight again my insurance company?
Any unpaid medical bills are the responsibility of the person who receives the settlement.
Do I need a report for insurance regarding a single vehicle accident and no other person or personal property was involved?

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i am brave and courageous because God tells me to be.
i am saved and sure because He died for me.
i am chosen in HIM to live righteously.
i am blessed to rest in Him peacefully.
i am happy to know He abides in me.
to hope in tomorrow's destiny.
each morning brings more of His mercies for me.
to worship the King, His Majesty.
Who do you say i am? Who are you?
Life is a bubble in time.
Its first breath draws in the air created by God.
It forms a sphere of beauty which reflects all the world around it.
A rainbow of color, an orb of grey.
So fragile is this bubble.
Swiftly it moves upon the slightest breeze.
and all who loved its presence.
Cherish the brilliance, the joy; ignore the collection of dust it gathers in its trek.
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SHAREHD is a Health Foundation-funded programme that aims to support patients receiving haemodialysis (HD) treatment in hospital to be more independent and confident in participating in aspects of their own haemodialysis care.
There is considerable evidence that greater patient engagement and helping people to manage their own health, is associated with better outcomes across a range of medical conditions. Together with our partners, including Kidney Research UK, and a collaborative of 12 dialysis centres in England, we plan to extend the learning from local initiatives and the Yorkshire and Humber Shared Haemodialysis Care programme to build a body of evidence that can support a nationwide change towards better patient choice.
For more information, refer to our booklet and the SHAREHD Study Protocol.
If you are a participating centre, the relevant resources and forms are available via the Research section.
A new scheme at the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals has launched with the intention of empowering patients in their own care and independence.
Health Foundation - briefing on how a Patient activation measure (PAM) influences hospital A&E attendance and emergency admissions.
Watch this great documentary on all things renal.
This is the second newsletter for the SHAREHD programme.


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The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is looking for parents to meet, discuss, and plan fundraising activities in a manner that builds community among families and to offset the cost of field trips or other classroom related activities. Meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month from 1:30-2:30pm in Room 10.
Contact Monica Valadez or Erica Leone for more information on meetings & ways to volunteer.


text: Bent Street Motor Inn is a premiere hotel located in Grafton region of Australia. At Bent Street Motor Inn we have 20 well appointed rooms. At Zack’s restaurant of the hotel, Catering for functions and conferences is possible. The venue can also cater for Group and corporate lunches by appointment.

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Guide To Maritime Security And The Isps Code is good choice for you that looking for nice reading experience. We hope you glad to visit our website. Please read our description and our privacy and policy page.
Finally I get this ebook, thanks for all these Guide To Maritime Security And The Isps Code can get now!


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When the goal is to turn your party into an extraordinary event; an experience that people will get excited about and talk about long after it’s over; give your stage to Audio House and let the magic begin. This is one of the top party bands in Texas and is redefining what is expected from working live bands; offering a fresh, stylish spin on familiar music, and revving up parties, weddings, and corporate events like never before.
Audio House combines stellar musicianship, imagination, creativity, and cutting-edge technology to create high intensity shows that always leave an impression. Whether you’re planning a high-profile wedding, corporate gala, important fundraising event, or casual party, Audio House provides high energy dance music that guests can’t get enough of.
This popular group is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a Dallas party band, Austin dance band, San Antonio wedding band, or Houston cover band, but also travels the country playing for high-end events where the music entertainment is of the utmost importance. Playing the best of today’s current chart-toppers, as well as 70s and 80s Motown and Disco, jazz standards, creative dance remixes and imaginative mashups, this hot cover band puts a fresh, stylish spin on familiar music, transforming ordinary occasions into memorable events.
If you want to take the stress out of hiring a wedding band or cover band, Audio House will work closely with you to ensure a successful event. Plus, if you give them a little time, they’ll even learn up to 3 songs of your choice to make your celebration as special as you always dreamed it would be. Give your guests entertainment they can get excited about and hire a top live band from Green Light Booking.


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While Shuster, Siegel and Kane were, without doubt, the Olympians of Action Hero Comics, the creators of Superman and Batman – each the 24 year-old son of Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe – were never going to be the heirs of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle.
Man of Steel, the latest Superman blockbuster that I ran faster than a speeding bullet to see last week, is best described as schizophrenic. The first 90 minutes – the average length of a 21st century movie – is cerebral beyond anything Clark Kent’s creative young gods could have possibly imagined, while the 53 minutes of extra time are pure, unadulterated violence, which is what they very probably did imagine. Violence and one single hell of a kiss. (Spoiler Alert – if you don’t know the Superman story by now, go back to Krypton). As our Superhero and Lois Lane embrace amid the ruins of Metropolis they are watched admiringly by a group of misty-eyed US army officers while General Zod still lurks in the shadows ready to end any chance the studio has of making Man of Steel – The Sequel. The scene is the watermark that proves the movie is genuine, infantile Hollywood.
Whatever Shuster and Siegel were thinking of when they were penning and inking the first adventure in 1938 (whoosh, pow, thwack?) they may have subconsciously been delving into their immigrant roots. They would likely have faced discrimination as kids and young men and this alienation does come out quite starkly in this latest cinematic offering – even if Clark Kent did not sail Steerage Class from Hamburg to Metropolis.
Earlier this month the OECD (the club of rich nations except the rich nations that are not members) published the latest edition of its International Migration Outlook report. 400+ pages of taxpayers money to come to the conclusion that the fiscal impact of migration is broadly neutral – that is to say, immigrants normally pay more in taxes than they claim in welfare.
With xenophobia spreading faster across the globe than Middle-Eastern immigrants to Europe, that money may be well spent. Enlightened politicians of developed nations, no longer able to use anti-immigrant arguments based on the lengths of noses or racial inferiority, have in recent years opted for the economic argument – immigrants are a drain on social services while not contributing enough to the national coffers. This latest report deflects that contention: while there are pockets where it is true such as Germany, in the main immigration neither adds not subtracts. Having said that, young educated immigrants are deemed a definite boon.
Despite being the grandson of immigrants (and, indeed, an immigrant myself) I am not sure this 400+ page of apologetics quite hits the nail on the council house door. Stating that immigration is a substantially zero-sum fiscal game does not take into account the effect on unemployment among the indigenous population crowded out of the job market (which was the ubiquitous gripe when I was a young man and should come round once more on the xenophobic carousel sometime soon).
The immigrants a country does need are those that add value to the economy – those that bring skills and diversity of thought (and hence innovation). In addition, unskilled labour is required for the functions the indigenous population are no longer prepared to undertake. Of course, the social consequences must be considered together with the fiscal ones. While cultural diversity is without question a boon to petrified- fossil countries, any attempt at minority cultural hegemony must be unceremoniously rebuffed.
And while we are on the subject of the advantages of diversity….
Michael Chabon’s award-winnning novel The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay tells the tale of a refugee from Nazi Europe who creates a comic strip character that fights Fascism – the immigrant’s superhero. Superman was the ultimate immigrant with strange, suspect powers and weird clothes – but he was also the All-American boy who paid his way and devoted himself to his adopted nation. That is what immigration should be all about. Maybe, after all, there was more to Shuster and Siegel than meets the non X-ray eye.


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The Talon by Diamond Glass is one of the newest bong designs released this year. The downstem runs through the middle chamber then outside and back into the rig leading to the barrel perc. The talon also features a spike that allows you to use it as a poker for your bowl. Stands 7.5 inches tall and comes with a 14mm male bowl. Great for concentrates or flowers!
Diamond Glass - Talon has a rating of 4.7 stars based on 7 reviews.


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Jersey City, NJ (June 14, 2007) - Comodo , a global leader in Identity and Trust Assurance Management solutions, today announced that VisPerNET, Inc. has chosen Comodo as its security and infrastructure partner so that VisPerNET will offer Comodo security solutions to its customers. Comodo's SSL Certificate , EV SSL with EV-AUTO Enhancer™ Deployment and Maintenance Technology, HackerGuardian , and PCI Compliancy Scanning will head VisPerNET's new suite of security and authentication solutions.
VisPerNET's selection of Comodo was primarily driven by a synergy of business models. Both companies are committed to providing the most cutting-edge solutions and value-add features at prices well below industry standards. VisPerNET, Inc. has recently transformed web hosting into business-class online network resources with its premium, all-inclusive web hosting service that includes free corporate-grade Email, online backup and permissions-based file store and file sharing. VisPerNET office virtualization accounts start at $10/month for 5 GB web space and 500 GB data transfer. With its discount pricing well below that of the general industry, VisPerNET is advancing enterprise-class online network resources for small to mid-sized companies.
"Small to mid-size companies and individuals deserve the same computing power, software applications and web-based productivity solutions that only large corporations can afford," stated Vispi Gowadia, CEO of VisPerNET. "Comodo understands this need and their solutions are a synergistic fit with our portfolio."
"Our partnership with VisPerNET reinforces Comodo's commitment to advancing a better-secured Internet infrastructure," said Melih Abdulhayoglu, CEO and Chief Security Architect of Comodo. "VisPerNET has a philosophy and business model much in line with Comodo's, and we are pleased that they chose to resell our products and solutions."
Comodo's reseller network has continued to expand rapidly with nearly 1,000 new partners joining this year alone. Comodo solutions are increasingly being recognized as key drivers of customer profitiablity through more effiecient customer conversion based on creating trust online. For more information, click here .
VisPerNET, Inc. provides premium communications and information technology (IT) services in all-inclusive plans at discounted pricing for individuals, non-profit organizations and small to mid-size businesses. The company operates as an Applications Service Provider (ASP), Internet Technology Service Provider (ITSP), Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP), VOIP Telephone Service Provider (VTSP), and technology integration company.
The company is privately-held and began providing IT networking and consulting services in 1996. The corporate office and data center is located in Sterling, Virginia. A VisPerNET-owned company, GiG Network Solutions provides sales to the Asian and European markets from offices in Noida, India. For additional information on VisPerNET visit http://www.vispernet.com.
With a global presence Comodo offers businesses and consumers third-generation solutions for intelligent security and authentication technologies that create trust online. Comodo's technological expertise includes PKI Digital Certificate , Code Signing Certificate , Integrated Authentication Infrastructure Services Web Content Authentication, Secure messaging Solutions, PCI Compliancy Scanning, SSL digital certificates including our flagship InstantSSL brand, HackerGuardian , Banking solutions including Two Factor Authentication , and Digital E-commerce services.


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This was the subject of the email I just received from someone in SF who read an interview I did with a blogger asking me about living without a cell phone. I never saw the blog post, so I asked this woman to send me a link… The interview is from 2 years ago…so now, I realize, it’s been 6 years that I’ve lived without a cell phone.
She wrote – “I read the lovely article about your not having a phone with a great smile on my face. I have lived in San Francisco for more than 30 years now – I’m 51 years old and have NEVER owned a cell phone! Just resisted it from the very beginning. And, yes, you are correct, SF is just about the worst place you could be as far as that goes.
When I travel to other states (I visited New England this spring), I was sooooo relieved to realize the rest of the U.S. is NOT as bad as all of this. It seems like a dystopian nightmare to me!
Here’s the interview, originally posted here.
My name is Lindsay and I’m an herbalist, wellness guide, yoga teacher, poet, and small business owner with a former life (I suppose I’m old enough to have a former life now) in non-profit management and social services. I geek out on plants every day. I have a permanent reversed manicure of rich, black soil under my nails.
I don’t wear make-up but sometimes like to paint my face. I sing whenever I want to and like the fact that “work” takes me out into the wilds, weeds, and hollers… I seek out hot springs and count my pennies like my great grandmother would. I count my blessings, too. I’m 38 years young and falling in love with the challenges, heartbreaks, joys, and beauties of this world with each waning day.
How do you feel about technology in general?
Technology is linked with the rational mind. To me, it is supposed to be a faithful servant to magic, intuition, tradition, art, and creativity. Technology has instead become the means in which we go about relating to the world. This is truly a crisis of the spirit.
Because I feel this way, I have created ways to lessen my interaction with technology. Of course, there is only so much I can do in this sea of microchips and screens. However, I do what I can.
I do not have a TV and do not watch shows. I watch movies rarely. I have a rule that if 3 people tell me to watch the same film in a short amount of time, I will watch that movie. For example, many people told me about ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ and ‘Avatar’ when they came out. I watched those films. The most recent movie that this happened with was ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’, but I still haven’t seen it yet!
I do have the internet. This is a challenge for me. I co-own a small, plant-based apothecary (Sweet Gum Springs Apothecary) here in Mississippi. We use social media for our business and it makes a huge difference. So, yes I have the internet.
Why have you chosen not to have a cell phone?
About five years ago I moved from my home in San Francisco to Appalachia. I had been living in SF for 7 years. Before that Eastern Europe for 2 years. I’m originally from Mississippi and had decided to move back South by some internal prodding of unknown source. I followed this instinctual tug and found myself in a holler in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
I lived in a small community called Spring Creek about 1 hr and 15 min NW of Asheville, NC. I found a job as a Retreat Manager at a silent, contemplative retreat center. And, because of my remote location my cell phone didn’t work!!! After awhile, I thought to myself, why do I need this thing anyway?
So, it was not so intentional. I just was weened off of it by mountain livin’ (of which I am deeply grateful for). When I moved off the mountain three years ago and emerged back into the lowlands of Mississippi, I decided to continue the trend and only use landlines.
How do the people in your life feel about your lack of a cell phone?
Nobody really complains about it. If I have to meet someone, they learn that they have to be more intentional about setting a good location and time as they know they can’t reach me if something goes awry.
The only concern I get is when I travel distances in my car. My friends want me to have a phone for emergency purposes. However, I keep my time on the road during the daytime and alert my friends when I’ll be traveling. It’s worked out really well and I’ve never had an issue. So many other people have cell phones, that it would be easy to contact help if I needed some.
Another interesting thing is dating. I’m still in the dating period of my life. And, I really love that men I am spending time with can’t just text me random thoughts. I much prefer that he call me anyway.
Has it affected your personal life at all? Your professional life?
It hasn’t affected my professional life at all. I’ve trained customers of the apothecary to pay with cash or check and that’s been fine. Of course, there are moments when I lose a sale to someone who could really use my products. But, they just bring cash next time.
It really hasn’t affected my personal life. I’ve noticed that I have deeper and richer conversations with my friends over the phone. I actually have a phone with a cord! It makes me sit down and really be present with them. I like that and it’s hard to find this kind of long-distance bonding (smile).
When I prepare for a phone call, it’s almost ritualistic. I go to the bathroom if I need to…maybe pour some tea… I find a comfy seat and then dial their number… I’m THERE and the conversations are so rich. It’s one of those small gifts I can offer my friends.
Many people want to “text me their number” and I tell them they can’t. I’ve also learned to tell people when I give them my number that they can’t text me. It’s really liberating that no one can send me absent-minded blurbs about whatever they are feeling. I feel that they have to approach me with a lot more intention. That’s how I roll.
Those moments when so many people use their phone to ‘fill in gaps’ – taking public transport, waiting for a friend, etc – what do you do?
I had an interesting experience this past May. I visited San Francisco, my old stomping grounds, after not being back for 4 years. I was horrified by how many people were on their phones. I’ve never seen anything like it — anywhere. Any empty space or free moment was filled with phone gazing.
Two weeks after my trip to San Francisco, I was in New Orleans teaching a workshop. I didn’t see much of that. A friend actually told me that there were fewer TVs in New Orleans, per capita, than any other major US city. I suppose the music, arts, and culture has maintained some connectivity in New Orleans. It was refreshing to be there after the intense shift I witnessed in San Francisco culture.
There are so many tools on modern cell phones – gps, camera, flashlight, etc. Do you use maps and a digital camera instead?
I just bought a digital camera about 2 months ago. I mainly use it to log plants and herbs that I’m growing or harvesting from the wild. I LOVE the macro lens and how it allows me to zoom in so close to plant loveliness!
As far as GPS goes. I simply write down directions to places I commonly go to and keep them in my car. I have a little bundle of directions that I leaf through when I hit the road.
I love talking in person. When I am able, that’s what I make time and space for. I also love movement and dance. It’s a lovely form of communication. I used to go to the Asheville Dance Collective’s dance ‘waves’ on Saturdays when I lived in Appalachia. Everyone was to leave their cell phones outside the room. When we entered the large, wooden floored room, we weren’t to talk — only dance. We were led by a DJ from mellow music to ecstatic music and then back to serene sounds. A wave would easily have 100 people present on a Saturday morning. And, we would all be laying on the ground all sweaty by the end of the wave. It was amazing. My kind of communication!
What are the benefits of not having a cell phone?
While not having a cell phone, I happened upon the documentary film ‘Full Signal’ (you can watch it on YouTube for free). I realized that I was playing my small part in creating a safer, saner world by not using a cell phone.
I feel that cell phone free bars and restaurants of the future will be the equivalent to smoke-free bars and restaurants of the present. At first, people will be offended. But, later they will see they were submerged in a virtual smoke cloud.
Can you think of a scenario in which you’d get one?
If I were transient and wasn’t rooted in my home that I am in now, I might consider getting one. But, considering that I’ve got 4 years under my belt, I think I could figure it out.
What advice would you give to others who are looking to live a more unplugged life?
Start small and simple. Chose one thing and ‘fast’ for a month and see what happens. My first fast was from movies and I did it for one year. During that time, I really noticed how much my friends talked about movies they had seen or wanted to see. It was really crazy and seemed obsessive! I realized now much I engaged in those conversations at one time, as well. Slowly, and without effort, people just stopped talking about movies with me. And, I’ve really liked things this way.
I also fasted from the internet in 2008. I only achieved one month and I was at Zen Buddhist Retreat Center. But, it was amazing. It shifted my mind and my mental state to be way more present with myself and others around me.
Fasting periods of 21 days, one month or three months seem to work for most people. Try a “technology fast” of your choice. Try it with a friend or group of friends so that you can compare notes and experiences.
I’ve found that lessening the amount of technology I use has opened up a wellspring of intuition and creativity. I have had to rely more on my senses and I’ve freed up space for my mind to wander and create. The mind likes this kind of un-constructive and free-form space.
Technology can be a tool for creativity and expression…but again, only when we’ve tapped into the wisdom and guidance of our own intuition and the present moment as it is. This comes first… Technology is just something to help it manifest more fully in the world.
I’ve thought about giving up my cell phone. Relying on others who have cell phones seems to be a common dependency for those who don’t own a cell phone. What I come back to overtime– I’d rather be an independent owner of a cell phone and turn it off.
Yes, I typically don’t use other people’s cell phones. But, there are some funny instances that people found me by calling a tea house’s landline or calling a friends phone… However, now that I am married to Borys, I find that we do use his GPS system…and that comes in handy. As well, there are a handful of people who do text me through his phone (who prefer texting).
Some, with good personal discipline…have found that they can leave their phone at home and/or turn it off. Some even forget about their phone! I think these are rare people ❤ You must be one of them!

industry_corpus2: Technology & Research


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This was an amazing space for 6 days of relaxation.
The view was of ocean and flora and Vieques magnificant beaches but short drive away.
Just outside of Esperanza this house seemed a world apart. The high-ceiled spaces, 9 foot doors, contemporary furnishings, colors and amenities were so welcoming. Plenty of space for 4 adults, magnificant deck and pool, lovely landscape. Local manager totally helpful. We’ll be back next year for longer.
Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers.
Had a truly amazing time while staying at Casa Angular!
The house was exactly as described and the views are even more breathtaking from the deck of the home than the pictures on the website.
The house was well stocked with amenities and made our stay even more enjoyable. Mark the property owner was very responsive and accommodating. Colleen, the property manager was terrific. Ask her where to find the best Mangoes on the island- delicious!!
Will be coming back for sure! Thank you!
The home owner was perfectly professional, as was the gracious home manager who lives on the island and was able to help us out when we needed it.
The home is beautiful, well-maintained, private, and felt safe. Much recommended! I hope to go back soon.
This house is everything that is advertised! The views are beautiful, the house is very comfortable, well decorated and the pictures do not tell the whole story!
I have rented homes on VRBO for years and this home did not disappoint!
There is everything you need from a well equipped kitchen, plenty of towels, chairs to take to the beach and did I mention the views? I was a little concerned about not having air conditioning but there was no need! The house openings up to the ocean breeze and the house stayed cooled even during the heat of the day!
The outside showers were really cool and the pool was at the perfect temperature. Colleen, the manager was very informative and was there if we needed anything. A car is a must on this island and the owner Mark can give you the name of the company to rent from.
When you arrive a the house you will definitely feel an unforgettable instant of being far from civilization even you will be just minutes away from great restaurants and beaches by car. If you are deciding on a house on this island, rent this house!
What a wonderful place this is. It's everything we expected and more.
From the architecture to the well appointed kitchen to the tasteful decor, Casa Angular is the perfect vacation getaway.
It was remote enough to make us feel like we were the only ones on the island, yet close enough to civilization to enjoy the beach and local restaurants and bars. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get away from it all!
Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Sightseeing, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway.
STUNNING HOME…DIDN’T WANT TO LEAVE!!!!
WOW, WOW, WOW! This was our 6th visit to Vieques in less than 2 years and by far our favorite rental.
What a fabulous, super contemporary yet very cozy home.
We went with our best, oldest friends and had the greatest time at Casa Angular! The 2 private bedroom suites are perfect for 2 couples or a family of 4. I knew it would be great but we were still surprised! The location is totally private, secluded, lovely views of the ocean, outdoor, very private showers and a peaceful vibe that didn’t get us to the beaches until almost 2pm every day…a first!!
The coqui frogs lulled us to sleep and the bird calls in the am were lovely! Mark, the owner was great to work with as were his house managers Colleen and Karen. Colleen even brought over her own lobster pot for our use!
We highly recommend Casa Angular and can’t wait til our next visit!
As far as our fave restaurants: Bili in Esperanza by far for their seared tuna on black rice cakes and dorado and chutney wraps, El Conuco in Isabel, sunset drinks at Al’s Mar Azul and if open, the Sol food truck at the entrance to the beaches. Amazing food!
We love La Chiva, Caracas, Navio and Sun Bay beaches….Buen Provecho great, healthy food to eat in or stock up on and great owner! And the fish market at the dock a must for the freshest fish, lobsters and conch. The best meals were at our own home, Casa Angular!
WE LOVE VIEQUES and thank you Mark for making our stay so very special. We did NOT want to leave your lovely home!
Casa Angular was a very spacious 2 bedroom home.
Property is secluded and private.
House was very clean and grounds were well maintained. The kitchen was stocked with all utensils and supplies. Property owners and manager were extremely helpful with necessary information to assist with the time on the island.
My family and I have been coming to Vieques for more than 15 years, but until recently, we never had the pleasure of staying at Casa Angular.
The property is spectacular. The grounds offer total privacy, wonderful views, and easy access to the island’s beaches and towns.
This is our favorite area in Vieques by far. The house is perfect. Well laid out with two bedrooms on either side of a central living/dining/kitchen area, it has every amenity one could want. The terrace/pool is a private oasis after a day at the beach, or to enjoy the stars at night.
The owner, Mark, was extremely responsive to any inquiries we had, and once again we had the pleasure of having Colleen as our property manager. She is by far the best on the island.
My family and I highly recommend Casa Angular. We definitely plan on returning to the island, and this home is now our first choice.
One week ago, we returned from our 15th annual visit to Vieques; our winter escape/paradise. We have stayed for several years at Casa Angular and enjoy it more each visit.
The villa is on a very private setting overlooking the Caribbean and is beautifully appointed and cared for.
Extensive tropical landscaping recently enhanced contribute to making this an outstanding destination while visiting Vieques. Casa Angular ownership and Colleen McNamara the magnificant property manager assure that guests are comfortable, have all needs met and questions answered. The villa is located in a remote and peaceful location yet very near the island’s beautiful beaches and other attractions.
We highly recommned Casa Angular, it is a wonderful experience.
Recommended for: Sightseeing, Tourists without a Car, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway.
The island of Vieques is a place where the word "resort" does not belong...thank goodness. But Casa Angular is a personal oasis.
The ecosystem on Vieques is dynamic and Casa Angular lets you see it all: a slice of the Carribean from every window, beautiful plantings of palm and banana, a cieba tree and Vieques classic white cows meandering by on a nearby pasture as docile as cows could ever be.
The house is clean and very well appointed. The kitchen is spacious and we cooked dinner 5 out of 6 nights, why go out? Located 5 minutes from the tiny town Esperanza and 10 minutes from Isabel Segunda where good provisioning can be done, the central location is a time saver yet so very private. It is in the hills but not on a steep Vieques climb. And the hills are best for privacy and lack of mosquitoes and no-see-ums prevalent everywhere in the inlands. No mosquito netted bed needed here. The photo here may seem severe in its angles, but in person it is a soft, cool, quiteing home.
Recommended for: Sightseeing, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway.


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The Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival showcases internationally acclaimed jazz artists and celebrates the wonderful wineries, historic downtown, and remarkable beauty of the Lake Chelan Wine Valley. We invite you to join us for our second annual festival on May 16 - 19, 2019.
This four-day event offers Festival Pass holders a musical tour through the Lake Chelan Wine Valley. Sixteen jazz performances take place at 11 venues around the lake. Chelan wines and a variety of food options will be available at each music venue during performances. The Lake Chelan Wine Valley also presents Spring Barrel Tasting during the same weekend, so you can visit more than 30 wineries and tasting rooms while you’re in town and taste wines from a variety of wineries straight from the barrel.
The Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival is an annual four-day festival that offers ticket holders a musical tour through the Lake Chelan Wine Valley. Check out this video of the 2018 Festival to see what’s in store for 2019.
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The head of Libya’s internationally recognised government has accused renegade General Khalifa Haftar of “betraying” him after the latter launched a military offensive aimed at capturing the capital, Tripoli, in a showdown that has sparked fears of a renewed war.
In a televised speech on Saturday, Fayez al-Sarraj said Haftar’s self-styled Libyan National Army (LNA) would meet firm resistance from forces loyal to his United Nations-backed Government of National Accord (GNA).
“We have extended our hands towards peace but after the aggression that has taken place on the part of forces belonging to Haftar and his declaration of war against our cities and our capital … he will find nothing but strength and firmness,” Sarraj said.
Sarraj and Haftar held talks in Abu Dhabi in late February, their first confirmed meeting since November 2018, during which they agreed that national elections were necessary, according to the UN.
“They also agreed on ways to maintain stability in the country and unify its institutions,” the UN Libya mission said in a Twitter post after the Abu Dhabi meeting.
Al Jazeera’s Mahmoud Abdelwahed, reporting from the capital, said the city’s disused international airport and a clutch of other nearby neighbourhoods on Saturday witnessed “military deployments and sporadic fighting”.
GNA officials told Al Jazeera they had taken “full control” of the airport just hours after the LNA said in a statement they were carrying out an operation to secure the site, which sits some 30km south of Tripoli.
Pro-GNA forces have also amassed in the outskirts of city in a bid to push back the LNA offensive, including truckloads of fighters from different powerful militias arriving from Misrata.
“We are getting reports from the eastern outskirts of Tripoli saying that more military units and detachments from Misrata are joining the battle, moving towards the southern outskirts of Tripoli,” Abdelwahed said.
In response to Haftar’s drive, the GNA has also authorised air attacks against “any military activities by [LNA] forces trying to enter the capital”, Abdelwahed said.
Haftar’s spokesman, Ahmed al-Mesmari, said the LNA was targeted by four air raids on Saturday, including one in the al-Aziziya region, which sits about 50km south of Tripoli.
“Any fighter jet flying over Tripoli will not be allowed and will be targeted, the air base it came from will also be targeted,” Mesmari said. He added that no LNA troops were wounded in the air raids.
Such a flare-up also threatens to torpedo a UN-led national reconcilation conference scheduled for next weekend aiming to hammer out a plan for the elections.
The UN envoy to Libya, Ghassan Salame, who met Sarraj on Saturday, said he was determined that the conference scheduled for April 14-16 would be held on time.
In his televised address, Sarraj said that the reconciliation meeting offered the only way out of the country’s political crisis, Abdelwahed said.
He added that said Sarraj had called on the international community to differentiate between “aggressors and those who are defending themselves, between those who want a military country and those who want civilian rule”.
Activisits accuse Haftar’s forces of committing human rights violations, with Human Rights Watch saying in a statement on Saturday that LNA fighters “have a well-documented record of indiscriminate attacks on civilians, summary executions of captured fighters, and arbitrary detention”.
But the right group’s statement also noted that militias affiliated with the GNA and based in western Libya “also have a record of abuses against civilians”.
The warning came after the G7 – a bloc comprised of the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom – and the UN Security Council called on Friday in separate statements for all parties to the conflict in Libya to end military activities.

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Consumers are still confident in the U.S. economy, but not as confident as they were a year ago.
The numbers: A measure of what Americans think about the economy fell slightly in April but remained at healthy levels, a sign of guarded optimism after a slowdown in U.S. growth since late last year.
The consumer sentiment survey slipped to a preliminary 96.9 in April from 98.4 in March, the University of Michigan said Friday. Economists surveyed by MarketWatch had forecast a reading of 97.5 reading.
Consumer sentiment is now slightly below year-ago levels. Last year sentiment hit a 14-year high of 101.4.
What happened: Consumers complained more about rising prices for homes and new cars and trucks. The effects of the Trump tax cuts have also faded after more favorable views a year earlier.
Americans were heartened by rising incomes — they are increasing at the fastest pace in nearly a decade — and stable inflation.
Big picture:The U.S. economy appears to be moving sideways now after a dip in growth earlier in the year. yet most economists predict that the strong labor market will fuel more consumer spending in the spring and spur the U.S. to grow somewhat faster.
What they are saying?: “Consumer sentiment ticked down, but is still at a high level and signals consumer spending should increase in months to come,” said Robert Frick, corporate economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.
Market reaction: The Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, -0.14% and S&P 500 SPX, -0.11% traded higher on Friday. Investors appeared more optimistic about the likelihood of a U.S. trade deal with China and an improving Chinese economy.
The 10-year Treasury yield TMUBMUSD10Y, -1.79% rose a few ticks to 2.54%. Yields are much lower compared to late last year, when they hit a seven-year high of 3.23%.


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Regenerative Braking System is the way of slowing vehicle by using the motors as brakes. Instead of the surplus energy of the vehicle being wasted as unwanted heat, the motors act as generators and return some of it to the overhead wires as electricity.
The vehicle is primarily powered from the electrical energy generated from the generator, which burns gasoline.
This energy is stored in a large battery, and used by an electric motor that provides motive force to the wheels. The regenerative barking taking place on the vehicle is a way to obtain more efficiency; instead of converting kinetic energy to thermal energy through frictional braking, the vehicle can convert a good fraction of its kinetic energy back into charge in the battery, using the same principle as an alternator.
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It’s now been two weeks since the landmark decision upholding Obamacare. Most of the attention has, understandably, been on Chief Justice John Roberts since he turned out to be the pivotal vote in the 5-4 split on the Supreme Court. Still, for anyone who takes seriously the fact that the Constitution established a federal government of limited and enumerated powers, there is one Supreme Court Justice that consistently stands head and shoulders above the rest–and that’s Clarence Thomas.
Thomas’s opinion in the Obamacare case was quite short–just a few paragraphs–and that’s because he previously filed a lengthy opinion in the landmark Lopez ruling in 1995, the first ruling in some 60 years where the Supreme Court finally applied the brakes to federal laws that were based upon a boundless reading of the commerce clause. Thomas explained how the federal government had assumed vast powers under the commerce clause that were inconsistent with the original understanding of the Constitution. After having explained his view at length, Thomas now files only terse opinions that refer readers back to what he said in the Lopez case.
Be that as it may, let’s not take Justice Thomas for granted. He regularly calls out the Emperor for not having any clothes. Since one can safely assume that George H.W. Bush did not plan that out (his other selection to the Supreme Court was David Souter, after all), luck was in play.
For more on the Obamacare ruling, go here. For a good book about Clarence Thomas’s views, go here. If you’re not ready for a book, do check out Thomas’s opinions in these cases: Lopez (1995), Morrison (2000), Sabri (2004) Raich (2005), and Comstock (2010). David Bernstein has some related thoughts here.

industry_corpus2: Law & Justice