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Before Apple TV, Roku or Boxee were even born, there was WebTV — Steve Perlman’s 1990s scheme to combine computers and TV sets. Microsoft bought WebTV for $425 million in 1997 with great fanfare and supported the new Internet TV service through many years.

Perlman needed a graphical display for his PC, so he hacked into the one he already owned — his television set. The resulting product was a crude mix of set-top box and home theater computer, and it was good enough to make Businessweek declare in 1996 that “I think we may now have the product that could turn the World Wide Web into a mass-entertainment medium.”

With Web TV, users could check e-mail and browse the Web over a TV set. It was a major innovation for the time.

Microsoft bought WebTV to integrate it with its Windows CE operating system and to experiment with new ways of delivering video programming into the home. It worked for a while, but soon lost its relevance in a sea of intense and increased competition. Microsoft renamed it MSN TV and many of its original members went to the Xbox team or to work on Mediaroom. Perlman eventually left as well.

Yet the idea of marrying the television set to the Internet still resonates to this day among competitors. Companies like Boxee, Roku and Apple now lead the pack. For Microsoft, its dream lives on in the Xbox One video gaming device.

“WebTV (later called MSN TV) started in 1996 with the goal to bring new people ‘online’ and to give those already online an easy, hassle-free means of accessing the Internet from the comfort of their homes,” Microsoft said in its announcement.

“Later, MSN TV 2 was released with vastly greater power and features. Since then, the Web has continued to evolve at a breathtaking pace, and there are many new ways to access the Internet. Accordingly, we have made the difficult decision to end the MSN TV service on Sept, 30, 2013. We are working with our customers to ensure the transition is as seamless as possible.”


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Czech Republic DVB-T2 Tests Continue

Chris Dziadul reports on Czech Republic to test 4k DVB-T2. The Czech national transmission company, Ceske Radiokomunikace (Cra), received permission from the Czech Telecom Office (CTO) to continue DVB-T2 testing and has started the next phase of testing which includes transmission of 4K content and looking into possible interference to DVB-T2 reception from new LTE networks.

Mohu Channels Set-Top Box/Antenna Reviewed

Mohu recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for Mohu Channels.

Mohu Channels combines an antenna, TV tuner and Android-based Internet TV set-top box into one package along with an integrated program guide.

Tom's Guide has a detailed review of Mohu's new product in the article Mohu's TV Tuner Plus Streaming Video Box Hands On by Sean Captain. Captain seemed pleased with the tuner performance, writing: "Mohu brought along one of its popular flat antennas (without an amplifier) for the demo, which allowed the Channels box to receive most of the major network affiliates in good quality. That's no mean feat in downtown Manhattan, without a clear line of sight to a broadcast antenna (even though we were just a dozen blocks from the Empire State Building, where the major broadcasters have antennas.)"

Captain did have some complaints about the software. For example, the program guide data comes from individual TV stations, so it’s necessary to tune to each channel to fill the guide. He said Mohu was looking for a way to speed grabbing guide data. Off-air guide data is free, so Mohu doesn't have to charge a monthly subscription fee for the data. This is a major plus compared to some other devices. Captain concluded: "For people who already have a streaming video box, such as a Roku, it might be hard to switch from what they are already comfortable with. (Roku's universal search feature in itself may be just too much to give up.) But as cable and satellite TV prices keep rising, cord-cutting could grow, and Mohu's ability to bring in live network TV could soften the blow for switchers."

It seems to me one thing the box is missing is the ability to add a USB storage drive to record over-the-air content for viewing later. Perhaps we'll see that in a later version if the Channels Kickstarter is successful!

Do-It-Yourself Time-Difference Direction-Finding Antenna

When tracking down interference to TV reception or wireless microphone receivers, a directional antenna helps. One difficulty, though, is that they can be large or difficult to use if the pattern is too broad. described a TDOA (Time Difference of Arrival) Directional Antenna built by Byonics that uses two dipoles and a 555 timer switching between them to provide an audible signal that disappears when the two dipoles are receiving the same signal at the same time (broadside). The approach isn't new--comments on the Hackday page provide links for similar direction finding antennas as well as other ways to implement it--but it appears to be relatively easy to construct and it might be fun to test.

See the Byonics TDOA website for more information on Byonic's solution.

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Why Hand Blending Tea Impacts Taste

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Hand Blending Tea - Twist Teas

At Twist Teas we are passionate about providing the best tasting tea you’ve ever had. So how do we deliver on this promise? The secret to this lies in our unique approach to hand blending our ingredients.

Tea grade quality: whole leaf tea vs tea dust

whole leaf tea comparisonTea flavour is derived from the oil contained in the leaves and whole leaves contain the most oil. When tea leaves are picked, they are rolled and dried then sorted according to size. They are graded from whole leaves and buds to fannings and dust particles. Often fannings and tea dust, the lower grades of tea, are selected for use in tea bags by well-known brands. Twist, however, only selects top quality whole leaf tea for our blends and we do this to optimise flavour and health benefits.

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Whole leaves lock in more essential oils, flavour and aroma than smaller tea particles that dry out quickly and subsequently lose flavour. Twist whole leaf tea not only tastes amazing, but our skilled blending team also combines flavours and aromas that enhances the Twist tea drinking experience.

Health Benefits of whole leaf tea

whole leaf tea comparisonStudies show that whole leaf teas have a greater catechin content than smaller tea particles. Smaller tea particles have a lower catechin content than whole leaf, due to ‘greater leaf disruption’. Catechins are a group of antioxidants found most abundantly in green tea that can help reduce inflammation . To extract the most health benefits from green tea it is best to start with top quality, whole leaf tea.

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The way that the tea leaves are handled during blending will determine taste. Other tea brands recognise the importance of using whole leaf tea, but their production process breaks the leaves, allowing the oil to evaporate, taking with it much of the flavour. Often larger tea companies use quick, cost-efficient methods of production such as machine blending. At Twist we prefer to hand blend our tea in smaller batches. This is undoubtably a slower, more labour-intensive method of blending; however, it is a far gentler process, ensuring less damage to the tea leaves. Not only this, but hand blending allows a greater depth of flavour. No two Twist tea bags will ever taste exactly the same!

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While COVID has altered our club operations, we are still going to be an active club during the Fall 2021 semester. Here are some changes:

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Fitzgibbon Cup Hurling Quarter Final

Fitzgibbon Cup Championship Quarter Final versus IT Carlow

UCC overcame NUIG by 1-19 to 0-14 at The Mardyke to ensure they finished top of Group A in the 2019 Fitzgibbon Cup, following earlier group victories over UL and UCD. Just eight third-level institutions remain in the race to lift the Fitzgibbon Cup in 2019 Fitzgibbon Quarter-Finals: LIT v NUI Galway Mary Immaculate v Cork IT DCU v DIT UCC v IT Carlow Come out and support UCC Hurlers as they hope to continue their Fitzgibbon journey

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VBA or Visual Basic Applications is the programming language behind all office applications. By writing or editing this code you can take your macros to another level.

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Contract Negotiations Update #4

After fourteen days of bargaining with Safeway and Giant, and with only nine days until our contract expires, we remain far apart on nearly every issue. We continue to demand retirement security, accessible and affordable health care, living wages, and fair schedules, but the companies continue to propose takebacks.

Both of these companies are successful because of our hard work. We deserve a contract that recognizes our effort and allows us to share in the success we have built.

Some things have changed this week. For the first time, Safeway and Giant are negotiating with us separately. While the companies are divided, we are united. We remain strong and united with each other, with UFCW Local 27, with the Teamsters who drive the trucks and work the warehouses, and with other Giant/Ahold and Safeway/Albertson’s workers across the country.

We expect Giant and Safeway to get serious next week and start working with us toward a fair agreement. But we are beginning to get prepared in case they do not.

Union reps and other staff will be out in the stores collecting signatures on a petition demanding what we all know we deserve. Sign the petition and make sure everyone in your store does as well. We will continue to keep you updated on progress at the table as well as further actions we need to take to move things forward. We have a full week of bargaining next week and we are proud to know you have our backs.

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UFT President Michael Mulgrew discusses the revised school opening agreement at City Hall on Sept. 17.

As the school year comes to a close, I want to thank all of you for doing your part during this extraordinary time. Whether working remotely or in the classroom, you made sure teaching and learning continued in New York City. In carrying out your important work, you also provided some much-needed routine and stability in the lives of our students.

Next school year, we take on a new challenge. “Back to school” has never been more meaningful than it will be on Sept. 13 when school buildings reopen for all students, and we return to the normal DOE-UFT contract. We are not returning as the same educators. We have learned things during this pandemic about teaching and learning and our children’s lives that we will bring back to the classroom. Our students will not be the same either. Many lost loved ones to COVID; others saw their family finances collapse. Homelessness continues to rise. And the isolation of these past 16 months has taken a heavy toll on everyone. Remote learning is challenging, and it has been tough for our students to stay engaged and focused. Deprived of in-person activities, many of our students began spending an inordinate amount of time online. Those new habits will be hard to break and could have an impact on their social or emotional development.

We started the #OurKidsNeed campaign to keep the needs of our kids front and center as the Department of Education makes plans for September. For the first time in decades, we have the federal funding to make meaningful, lasting changes for our schools and students. We have already accomplished much of our Five-Point Recovery Plan, but we still need the mayor and the City Council to earmark funding in the city budget for the most important pieces — smaller class sizes and intervention teams in every school.

We have long fought for smaller class sizes so we can give our students the individualized attention they deserve. We are asking the mayor and the City Council to allocate funding in the final city budget to reduce class size by as much as one-third, starting in our neediest schools.

Our students also need help coping emotionally and psychologically with the fallout of this pandemic. That is why we are pushing the city to create teams of academic intervention specialists and social workers and psychologists in every school. These teams could provide pullout programs for children needing additional instruction, professional collaboration with teachers on instruction and coping strategies, and individual and group therapy for at-risk students.

As always, your voice is crucial to getting the message out about what our kids need to succeed.

Rebuilding and strengthening the bonds of our school community, classroom by classroom, will be one of the most important tasks we take on in September. We need to continue encouraging our parents of remote learners to visit their children’s schools over the summer to build confidence in the safety protocols we have in place but also to rebuild the school community that was fractured over the last year.

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A compact granite crag overlooking Loch Linnhe, a good sheltered location. The climbs on the right side slabs from the arete to the steep wall were all climbed solo by Davy Gunn 1981. Shuttlecock (HVS) has an large loose block/pillar at the top which has shifted several inches out then stopped. Looks ripe for collapse but appeared unmovable when inspected from above (Nov '17).

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Easy walk in but don't block the track. When you reach the 1752 information board, go hard right to leave the forestry track, follow a faint path heading up and right which shortly cuts back left to the crag base.

Best access to the top of the crag is by going diagonally left (east) to outflank the crags, then back west along the top of the cliffs to a cluster of pine trees on top. The correct way is indistinct from time to time, but if you end up forest bashing whatsoever you've gone the wrong way - the route was cleared up, so it is an easy walk, 5 mins. Another 20m beyond the pine cluster, the path curves round to a slightly lower open bay - abbing from here drops you down Gunslinger.

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New ISW Reports Examine Remaining Challenges in Afghanistan

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Stephanie Robson(202) 253-1150 April 9, 2012

Washington, D.C. – As U.S. policymakers debate how to draw down involvement in Afghanistan, a number of challenges remain. Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War have closely examined two critical issues, the negotiations for the release of detainees from Guantanamo Bay and the reforms needed to run a fair presidential election in 2014.

As part of negotiations with the Taliban, the U.S. government has considered returning certain detainees at Guantanamo Bay to the Middle East. In their new backgrounder, “ Releasing Taliban Detainees: A Misguided Path to Peace,” ISW analysts Jeffrey Dressler and Isaac Hock take a closer look at six of the high-profile detainees whose freedom is being negotiated and whether those negotiations will serve U.S. counterrorism objectives.

“The Obama administration should not release these Taliban figures currently held at Guantanamo Bay. This ‘confidence building measure’ is unlikely to generate any immediate results with respect to Taliban reconciliation talks,” they write. “Instead, it would serve as a boost to the Taliban senior leadership and rank-and-file fighters.”

Meanwhile, ISW analyst Paraag Shukla, who helped plan Afghanistan’s parliamentary elections in 2010, details the reforms necessary before the 2014 presidential elections in his new backgrounder, “ Electoral Reform Critical Before Afghanistan’s Next Election.” Afghan law requires amendments to electoral law be made at least a year prior to the election, so most changes would have to be made in 2012.

“The Afghan government relies largely on foreign assistance to conduct its elections, so the international community has the power to press the Afghan government for positive reform,” Shukla writes. “Such improvements would reinforce the credibility of the Afghan government and improve perceptions among the population of their role in the future of their country.”

Shukla suggests the international community and the Afghan government can work together to strengthen electoral organizations and stress transparency, create a new registry of eligible voters, introduce a new electoral voting system, continue to provide localized anti-fraud measures, and engage President Hamid Karzai in high-level discussions to ensure he follows existing electoral laws.

To talk to an Afghanistan analyst, please contact Stephanie Robson at or at (202) 253-1150.

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) is a non-partisan, non-profit, public policy research organization. ISW advances an informed understanding of military affairs through reliable research, trusted analysis, and innovative education. We are committed to improving the nation’s ability to execute military operations and respond to emerging threats in order to achieve U.S. strategic objectives.


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Sat, 25 July | Uniquely Deborah's Studio

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25 July 2020, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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Perfect for entertaining! Beautiful  custom made Merbau board and 3 matching bowls and spoons (using my custom made moulds).

All materials, PPE, professional tuition and light refreshments are provided. Al you need to do is wear closed in shoes and have some idea of the colours you like. As we are using the latest technology in resin, you will need to collect your board after the workshop.

With over 15 years experience working with resin, I will teach you:

1. How to measure resin correctly

2. How to mix and colour your resin

3. How to pour and manipulate your resin

4. And how to finish your pieces professionally

Maximum of 4 per workshop so that I can give you plenty of attention. You are not just a number to me!

This workshop is not suitable for pregnant women or small children.

You must wear closed in shoes. Failure to do so may result in your not being able to attend the workshop.

Cost is $130pp.

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Young Palestinians push for a gender-equal Constitution

More than 700 young Palestinians have received leadership and gender-sensitivity training and several have collectively drafted an alternative constitution that challenges the status quo.

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Laila Ghanam, Governor of the Ramallah & Albireh Governorate, skims through the “Draft Constitution” of the Constitutional Shadow Committee during a visit to discuss. Photo: Palestinian Centre for Peace and Democracy/Ibrahim Abdeljawwad

“I used to be afraid to give my opinion, but now I tell people about complex issues like politics, women’s rights and the Constitution. I feel strong,” says 24-year-old Amani Thawabta, a law school graduate from Palestine. Although she speaks about lobbying for women’s rights as powerfully as a lifelong advocate, that wasn’t always the case. Amani is from the small Palestinian village of Beit Fajjar in the central West Bank, where the conservative culture makes it hard for young women to take part in public life or claim their rights. Even travelling to nearby Bethlehem to attend university was a challenge.

Amani came out of her shell after meeting representatives of the Palestinian Centre for Peace and Democracy and the Jerusalem Centre for Women, who are implementing a programme supported by UN Women’s Fund for Gender Equality. They visited Beit Fajjar in early 2013 to recruit and train young educated Palestinians like Amani to lobby for greater gender equality in the Constitutional drafting process, which has been underway for decades in Palestine.

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Members of the Constitutional Shadow Committee participate in a constitution drafting session after completing a capacity development workshop. Photo: Palestinian Centre for Peace and Democracy/Ibrahim Abdeljawwad

At first shy and reserved, Ms. Thawabta soon emerged as a committed organizer, taking part in many of the programme’s workshops and organizing others in her own community. Through 29 workshops held across Palestine, more than 700 young Palestinians like her have learned about political analysis, lobbying and advocacy, and Constitution-building.

She is also among a group of 26 young women and men representing 25 community-based organizations from rural and urban Palestine who formed a coalition called the Constitutional Shadow Committee. Drawing on the knowledge gained through such workshops, they drafted an alternative constitution that challenges the lack of gender equality in the current third draft, prepared by the official Constitutional Committee, which is comprised only of men.

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Young members of community-based organizations have been taking part in the advocacy campaign, putting up posters calling for gender equality in the Palestinian Constitution. Photo: Palestinian Centre for Peace and Democracy/Ibrahim Abdeljawwad

To reach as many people as possible, the Shadow Committee established a Coalition of Organizations for Constitutional Equality in early 2014, spearheading an advocacy and lobbying campaign that engaged 117 political leaders from across the political spectrum in six roundtable discussions, and reached another 118 high-ranking officials (governors, ministers, members of the Palestinian Legislative Council, municipal leaders, political party leaders, lawyers and representatives of national NGOs). The coalition also used television and radio ads, newspaper articles, billboards, leaflets and social media messaging to garner support for its recommendations.

“As we are discussing our Statehood, we need politicians and the public to be aware of the important issue of non-discrimination in our Constitution,” adds Abdallah Kamil, Governor of Tulkarem. “The young women and men who have written this better version and are advocating for it are an example for society.”

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Representatives of the Constitutional Shadow Committee prepare for a television interview to discuss the “Draft Constitution”. Photo: Palestinian Centre for Peace and Democracy/Ibrahim Abdeljawwad

Many young women who played a leading role in drafting the Shadow Constitution have been at the forefront of the campaign, placing them in leadership roles they never imagined. Layali Bedawi, 23, from Tulkarem in the West Bank, says she rarely participated in activities outside her community prior to the UN Women-supported training, because she felt unsafe doing so as a woman.

“I now feel that I have a right to speak up and say that women are equal to men and deserve the same opportunities,” says Ms. Bedawi. “I now travel to different cities and have the chance to learn from other women there and have lost my fear, because I know I have a voice to defend myself.”

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Gilbert: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Dallas Cowboys predictionsThe Pittsburgh Steelers take their undefeated record on the road to lowly Dallas Cowboys, who haven’t won since starting quarterback Dak Prescott went down in Week 5 (4:25pm ET Sunday; TV: Live on Fox).

This is a matchup of the best team in the AFC North and the worst team in the NFC East. The Steelers are looking to remain undefeated and first in the division while the Cowboys look to remain respectable. This likely won’t be the most exciting game on Sunday but that doesn’t mean we can’t profit from it. So keep reading for our full NFL game preview and Pittsburgh Steelers vs Dallas Cowboys predictions, with concluding betting picks.

Steelers Dominant Defense Versus Cowboys’ Inexperienced Quarterbacks

Dallas has been in a tough spot since losing starting quarterback Dak Prescott. He was in the MVP race until the devastating leg injury that has sidelined him for the remainder of the year. The Cowboys have averaged 7.3 points per game in the three weeks without Prescott. Their highest scoring performance came last week, as they were able to put up nine points with three field goals against the Eagles. They have yet to cover a game all season and are a historically poor 0-8 against the spread, which is the worst start since 2004. They were unable to cover against the Eagles as +10.5 point underdogs. Will they be able to cover this week against the Steelers as double-digit underdogs with the USA sports betting operators again?

This will only be the second game since 1966 that the Cowboys are double-digit home underdogs. That is an unbelievable statistic and I am not sure they will be able to cover this week either.

The Cowboys are leaning to starting Garrett Gilbert at quarterback after Ben DiNucci struggled last week against the Eagles. Gilbert last started for the Orlando Apollos in the Alliance of American Football, which was a spring football league that ultimately failed. He only has six career attempts and two career completions. This is a tough week to bring him in to take on one of the best defenses in the league.

The Steelers rank first in the NFL in average sacks per game with 4.3 and rank first overall in sacks with 30.0.  Dallas ranks 26th in the league giving up an average of 3.0 sacks per game. This is a massive upset and will likely have a huge impact on the game. I see the Steelers’ pass rush dominating a depleted Cowboys’ offensive line and an inexperienced quarterback. This should lead to numerous sacks and a couple turnovers, which will give a strong Steelers’ offense some short fields to take advantage of. I cannot see how the Cowboys weak offensive line will be able to protect their quarterback especially when he has seen barely any time on the field in the NFL and will have a difficult time making snap decisions.

The Steelers also have one of the best rushing defenses in the NFL, which will slow down Zeke. A strong rushing performance is a young quarterback’s best friend. They likely won’t be able to get the ground game going against a Steelers rush defense that gives up on average 96.9 rushing yards per game, which is good for 5th in the NFL. How will the Cowboys possibly move the ball and ultimately score? They have plenty of explosive weapons on offense but without a solid quarterback we have seem them struggle mightily. They will not be able to score nearly enough to keep up, which initially makes me think under but it is such a low number and rightfully so.

The Steelers defense ranks 6th in the NFL and only gives up on average 20.3 points per game. If the Cowboys can’t score how will they be able to keep this game remotely close? The Steelers offense has been strong and have plenty of weapons to turn this into a one sided affair. Pittsburgh ranks 5th in the NFL in average points per game with 30.1 and the Cowboys defense is the worst in the league in average points per game. On average they give up 33.2 points per game. I think this lends more to the Steelers than the full game under. I would be nervous that the Steelers run away with this and put up nearly 40 points themselves.

Our Preview’s Pittsburgh Steelers vs Dallas Cowboys Predictions & Betting Picks Advice

This NFL game preview from USAbetting is going to be rolling with the sizable road favorites. Generally I never want to lay this many points especially on the road but I am so confident in the Steelers defense to handle an inept Cowboys offense. Their lack of an offensive line or quarterback is a massive matchup problem. The Steelers defense should not allow them to score more than 13 points and their offense can roll, assuming they don’t have any silly turnovers.

I expect this to be a blowout in which the Cowboys lackluster defense can’t make a stop and their offense will struggle to point many, if any, points on the board. I see this being a comfortable 27-6 victory for the Steelers. So the recommendation as to the betting picks for our Steelers vs Dallas Cowboys Predictions, is this:


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Immigration reform is now front and center as a legislative priority in Washington, D.C. President George W. Bush appropriately pre-empted NBC’s Deal or No Deal on Monday for a primetime address outlining his contentious plan for a comprehensive immigration bill. But while the debate may be centered in our nation’s capital, the recently ended session of the Florida legislature shows just how close to campus this issue comes.

Florida House Rep. Juan Zapata (R-Miami) introduced House Bill 119, which would allow illegal immigrant students to obtain in-state tuition if they attend a Florida High School for three consecutive years and obtain their diploma. Didn’t hear about this legislation? Well, thankfully it didn’t pass, just as it didn’t in the previous four years that Zapata introduce it.

Admittedly, such legislation attempts to tug the heartstrings. Proponents like to point out that the children of undocumented workers had no choice in coming to this country. In addition, they point to academic success stories of these illegal immigrant students who earn stellar GPAs only to find college unaffordable – though this is true for many students with varying backgrounds.

All of these arguments may seem reasonable at first, but HB 119 is still a flawed policy. Rewarding illegal immigrants with in-state tuition ignores the financial burden of out-of-state and international students. What sort of message would passage of this legislation give to foreign students that have navigated the government bureaucracy to attend a state university?

“Sorry, but if you came here illegally years ago, your tuition bill would be a fraction of what it is today.”

Such tuition breaks for illegal immigrants would also increase the already strained higher education system. Increasing demand for state-subsidized higher education with more students qualifying for in-state tuition would lead to higher costs for the state to operate universities. Eventually those costs could trickle down to students in the form of higher tuition. Very few students would like that outcome.

Surely some have already labeled me “anti-immigrant” or other, less-printable adjectives. This is far from the truth. I welcome students of all backgrounds to this or any campus; however, this does not equate with encouraging the breakdown of the rule of law in this country regarding illegal immigration. Federal enforcement in regard to illegal immigration is dysfunctional, but to disregard the process in place undermines the accomplishments of those immigrants who have achieved citizenship.

Look at the personal story of HB 119 sponsor Zapata. He was born in Peru, lived in Columbia, immigrated to Florida as a child and earned American citizenship. He completed his bachelor’s degree in finance and international business from Florida International University. Elected to office in 2002, Zapata has achieved a great deal in Florida and it has been done legally. Why doesn’t he expect the same of others?

Zapata’s actions reek of a totally misguided drive toward entitlement for illegal immigrants. He is not alone in this ideology. Nine states have been more successful in passing such legislation with court battles in some states already underway. Passage of this legislation in Florida could lead to a similar judicial fight ultimately costing Florida taxpayers.

So how should lawmakers such as Zapata approach this delicate issue if they truly want to help illegal immigrant students obtain higher education? Clearly, access to education is crucial in the 21st century and can have benefits both for the individual and their community. A growing movement should call on foreign governments, especially its neighbor to the south, to provide economic opportunities within their own borders. This includes investment in a quality and affordable university system. These countries have a responsibility to their citizens and need to be held accountable.

Florida is a state on the front lines of an immigration debate that is increasingly fractured, divisive and not easily resolved. Allowing illegal immigrant students to receive in-state tuition is simply rewarding illegal activity. HB 119 ignores this fact and should be scrapped for good.

Aaron Hill is a senior majoring in economics.


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3DS vs PSP – VGChartz Gap Charts – February 2019 Update - Sales

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The VGChartz Gap charts are updated monthly and each article focuses on a different gap chart. The charts include comparisons between the 7th generation and 8th generation platforms, as well as comparisons within the 8th generation. All sales are worldwide, unless otherwise stated.

3DS Vs. PSP Global:

Gap change in latest month: 712,908 – PSP

Gap change over last 12 months: 1,006,572 – PSP

Total Lead: 3,122,828 – PSP

3DS Total Sales: 74,191,522

PSP Total Sales: 77,314,350

In the latest month the gap grew by 712,908 units in favor of the PSP when compared to the 3DS. In the last 12 months the PSP has increased its lead by 1.01 million units. The PSP currently leads by 3.12 million units.

An important note is that the two handhelds launched at different times of the year. The PSP first launched in December 2004, while the 3DS launched in February 2011. The 3DS has sold 74.19 million units, while the PSP sold 77.31 million units.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel dedicated to gaming Let's Plays and tutorials. You can contact the author at or on Twitter @TrunksWD.

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  • MLS#P4917007
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CityPort Charlotte
  • AreaPort Charlotte
  • NeighborhoodPORT CHARLOTTE SEC 058
  • Zip33981
  • StyleSingle Family Residence
  • Year Built2022
  • Taxes$ 316
  • Price$ 329,900
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1658
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Pre-Construction. To be built. The home is designed with the coastal Florida lifestyle in mind. Survey, Permits, etc. are order and the process is under way, be a step ahead of the process of building your new Florida dream home. This home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a great room, kitchen and dining area with access to the covered lanai. The Master suite is has with a beautiful master bath; this home has a 2 car garage and optional pool. The Boca Grande features a luxurious open floor plan with approximately 1658 sq. ft. of living space and 9'4' ceilings, with plenty of room for a pool. This home features a modern kitchen with custom European cabinets, quartz or granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances. To complement the custom house planked tile, sod, 4-zone irrigation system and many unique details. As an added feature Boca Grande has hurricane impact windows for extra protection. This is a must see home. South Gulf Cove is located on the Cape Haze peninsula, Charlotte Harbor to the east and Boca Grande to the south. Minutes to the Gulf Waterfront Park, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Myakka River, launch your boat at the community boat ramp with direct access to the Gulf, host a BBQ under the under the pavilion, or simply have fun at the playground area. You will enjoy living in South Gulf Cove being close to world class beaches i.e. Boca Grande, fishing, 11 Golf Courses within 10 minutes, Regional shopping and outlet malls, Spring training home – Tampa Bay Rays, hundreds of miles of eco trails, hundreds of miles of waterways, Minutes from Charlotte County Sports Park, over 50% of homes built after 2000. Spec sheet attached. The photos are from a previously build home; final finishes to be determined by the Buyer and builder. All room sizes are approximate. Taxes only reflect the lot. We do have a home under construction to tour.

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8/25/2021 Listed $329,900

General Features

Additional Parcels Y/N No
Appliances Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Association Y/N Yes
Attached Garage Yes
Building Area Units Square Feet
Carport Y/N No
Community Features Boat Ramp, Deed Restrictions, Fishing, Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Waterfront
Construction Materials Block, Stucco
Cooling Central Air
County Charlotte
Days on Market 29
Exterior Features Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Facing Direction Northeast
Flooring Tile
Garage Spaces 2
Garage Y/N Yes
Heating Electric
Home Warranty Y/N Yes
Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Master Bedroom Main Floor, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
Levels One
Lot Size Square Feet 10000
MLS Area 33981 - Port Charlotte
New Construction Yes
Occupant Type Vacant
Ownership Fee Simple
Pets Allowed Yes
Private Pool No
Property SubType Single Family Residence
Property Type Residential
PropertyCondition Pre-Construction
Roof Shingle
Senior Community Y/N No
Sewer Public Sewer
Standard Status Active
Status Active
Subdivision Name PORT CHARLOTTE SEC 058
Tax Annual Amount 316.87
Tax Lot 19
Tax Year 2020
Terms Cash, Conventional, Other, VA Loan
Township 41S
Utilities Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Virtual Tour
Water Access YN No
Year Built 2022
Zoning RSF3.5

Interior Features

Additional Rooms Great Room, Inside Utility
Fireplace Y/N No
Flood Zone Code Zone 8AE
Full Baths 2
Laundry Features Inside, Laundry Room
Living Area 1658
Living Area Units Square Feet
Livingareasource Builder
Street Suffix LANE
Total Baths 2
Total Bedrooms 4
Window Features Shutters

Exterior Features

Builder Model Boca Grande
Building Area Total 2388
Foundation Details Slab
Lot Dimensions 80X125
Lot Features In County
Lot Size Acres 0.23
Parking Features Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Road Surface Type Paved
Water Extras YN No
Water Source Public
Water View YN No
Waterfront Y/N No

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  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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AVG $510K
AVG $1,832
AVG 119
Year Built
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It is hard to imagine that it was once a sugar plantation as it resembles nothing of the sort today - a true conversion! To say that the garden is expansive is an understatement. It covers a whopping 53 acres, all of which are covered in beautiful plants, trees and flowers for you to enjoy as you wander around the grounds, sometimes stopping to have a closer look at the interesting plants that can be seen or maybe even resting your feet on the benches scattered around. After all, 53 acres is quite a trek!

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If you love to shop local, you’re in luck. From fashion (for the ladies and the gents) to jewellery to homewares, the City boasts a range of stores brought to you by Brisbane locals.

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The beautiful Brisbane Arcade is home to a number of local and independent labels. Darb Bridal Couture creates designs for your special day inspired by old-world opulence and 1950s Dior styles. Ensuring that women look their absolute best on any occasion, Irma J Smith House of Fashion specialises in tailor-made daywear, evening wear and bridal garments. Tengdahl features timeless designs from leisure to evening wear thanks to Julie Tengdahl, whose aim is to create fashion for Brisbane women, made by Brisbane women.

Stones provides uncompromised jewellery, offering a range of diamond set jewellery, rings, and wedding bands. Marvel at the craftsmanship of the jewelry on offer, which is manufactured right in their Brisbane Arcade store. Since 1970, this Brisbane-based family company focuses on providing a reputation of service, quality, and workmanship.

Just outside the arcade along Adelaide St, Brisbane brand Maiocchi showcases designer Deanne Mayocchi’s love of Japanese fabrics, natural fibres and traditional arts and crafts techniques.

In the Wintergarden, Felicity Boevink Millinery provides exquisite bespoke millinery, using the finest materials. These bespoke masterpieces are hand-made using traditional and modern millinery techniques.

Wander through Tattersall's Arcade and explore Optiko’s unique and eclectic collection of eyewear. Optiko offers a premium mix of new and vintage eyewear, which is sourced globally. Some of their cult labels include Cartier, Oscar Magnusson, Thom Brownie, and many more.

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Natural, peaceful, exhilarating, leisure, sport: a lake is a popular escape because it is all of these things at once.
You probably have a very specific vision of how you maximize enjoyment at the lake. How about great fishing, waterfront lodging, beautiful surrounding landscape, wildlife, watersports. . . and convenience? Your total lake experience is within reach at Grenada Lake— the largest freshwater lake in the State of Mississippi. Here are five great reasons this is a place everyone will love.
One trip to Grenada Lake, and you’ll find everything you look for in a waterfront getaway and so much more you never knew you always needed. Learn more about our Great Outdoors offerings by clicking through below!
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Grenada Lake was formed by damming the Yalobusha River for seasonal flood control. It just so happens the dynamic terrain, undisturbed cypress habitat, and rich soil of the region creates a fish food frenzy. Seasonal level changes, particularly a lower winter water level, means food sources are concentrated and fish grow larger than they otherwise would. No matter who is making the list, this is one of the best crappie fishing experiences in the country: crappie over a
foot long and commonly weighing near 3lbs! Crappie get most of the attention, but white bass, catfish, and bream are also plentiful.
While many northern lakes have size limits of just 8 inches on their crappie, Grenada Lake keepers must be longer than 12 inches. But don’t think that means you’ll fish all day and leave with an empty boat—the boat limit of 40 fish for three or more persons is regularly reached thanks to the help of experienced guides.
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You don’t have to be an expert to reel in a photo-worthy fish at Grenada Lake, but with 36,000 acres of lake and 15 boat ramps, it is a huge advantage to spend at least one day on the water absorbing the knowledge of local guides.
Grenada Lake Charters is a great option for a couple or group of friends who want to have an immersive fishing experience. They offer all-inclusive packages with meals, full days on the water, bait, tackle, cleaning and packing fish caught, and cabin lodging.
Grenada Lake Crappie Guides was founded by local legend Brandon Fulghum,
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John Harrison has been crappie fishing on Grenada Lake for over 40 years and is 3 time Magnolia Crappie Club State Champion. He operates the longest running guide service in North Mississippi, JH Guide Services.
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What good is a lake if you aren’t close enough to enjoy it? If you are looking for a cabin the family can enjoy, consider the 12 duplex cabins in Hugh White State Park. Some cabins have a screened in porch, while others have a living room area; many have a fireplace.
If you have an RV, the lakeside camp spots are in the hundreds, but the prime campground views are from the Army Corps of Engineers’ campground property near the dam. These 50 full hookup sites have sweeping lake views perfect for gorgeous family photos or simply taking in for a quiet moment of reflection.
From your porch you can see dozens of migratory birds crossing over the lake— majestic bald eagles are commonly spotted, adding to the overall magic of this relaxing lake escape.
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They say even a bad day on the lake is better than a great day in the office. Even so, you may need something to do other than fish—and if you don’t, someone in your family probably does.
Watersports are permitted in Grenada lake, so bring along your tube or skis. If your kids enjoy playing in the sand or someone needs some reading time, there are six sandy beaches along the banks of the lake perfect for taking R&R to the next level.
The landscape surrounding Grenada is fascinating as it represents the shift from hills to fertile alluvial plains. Discover various hiking trails around the lake with climbs of up to 300 feet with stunning views of the Yalobusha River and lake. Try the Little Mountain Trail or Hidden Bluff for the best climbs. There are places for families who prefer to stay on the move, too. Chocchuma Fitness Trail is a one-mile workout/nature trail with 18 stations to get a full-body pump. The same North Abutment area also maintains a sports complex of tennis and basketball courts, baseball fields, picnic shelters, and playgrounds.
The South Outlet Use Area is another can’t-miss with a resurfaced nature trail popular for bicycling with picnic pavilion areas, grills, and a playground. Another family-centric spot to check out is the Grenada Lake Visitors Center complete with the practically famous Sesame Street Playground (a serious must-visit for those with little ones!).
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Halfway between Memphis and Jackson on I-55 (roughly an hour and a half from each), Grenada Lake is convenient to many cities for day trips and spontaneous weekends. Its position in the north-central part of the state means a dynamic landscape and mild year-round temperatures.
Only in July and August do high temperatures average just over 90F. And even in the somewhat frosty months, the lows only briefly dip into freezing, meaning fishing is year-round. The Grenada area is one of the least congested you can imagine, despite its ease of access. The town of Grenada is minutes away with its quaint history as an 1800s settlement bolstered by rail travel and trade. You’ll find plenty of places to eat and shop, and other natural places to explore in your time here.


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