title: Consistency nursing care help people dementia

text:
According to a new study by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, people with dementia who get home health care visits are less likely to be readmitted to the hospital when nursing personnel is consistent. The findings were published in the American Public Health Association journal Medical Care.
Consistency In Nursing Care Can Help People With Dementia
Home health care, in which health workers, usually nurses, visit patients’ homes to offer care, has emerged as a major source of home- and community-based services for individuals living with dementia. These people frequently have numerous chronic illnesses, take multiple medications, and require assistance with everyday tasks. More than 5 million Medicare beneficiaries got home health care in 2018, including 1.2 million with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
According to Chenjuan Ma, Ph.D., MSN, associate professor at NYU Meyers and the study’s primary author, nurses play a critical role in delivering home health care. As the population ages and more older persons want to age in place for as long as possible, the need for home health care for those with dementia is projected to rise dramatically.
Most patients’ home health care begins after they are released from the hospital. Given that hospital readmissions are a big quality, safety, and cost concern in healthcare, Ma and her colleagues sought to know if having continuity of care, or having the same nurse come to each home visit, may help patients avoid being readmitted.
The researchers investigated 23,886 older individuals with dementia who got home health care following a hospitalization using data from a major, not-for-profit home health service spanning many years. The number of nurses and visits during home health care were used to calculate continuity of care, with a higher score indicating better continuity of care.
One-quarter (24%) of the older individuals with dementia in the research were rehospitalized after being discharged from home health care. Infections, respiratory issues, and heart disease were the three most prevalent reasons for hospital readmission.
The researchers discovered substantial differences in nurse care continuity in-home health visits for patients with dementia. Only 8% got no continuity of care, with a new nurse attending each time, while 26% received all visits from the same nurse. They also discovered that the higher the intensity of the visit, or the number of hours of care delivered each week, the lower the continuity of care.
This may imply that it is difficult to establish continuity of care when a patient requires more care, but they cannot rule out the potential that high continuity of care results in more efficient care delivery and hence fewer hours of care, according to Ma.
Notably, even after the researchers accounted for other clinical risk variables and the intensity of home health care, higher continuity of home health care was associated with a reduced risk of rehospitalization (the average hours of care per week). People with dementia who received low or moderate continuity of nursing care were 30 to 33 percent more likely to be rehospitalized than those who received high continuity of nursing care.
Because of its decentralized and intermittent care style, Ma believes that continuity of nursing care is important for home health care. While continuity of nursing care may help all home health care patients, it may be especially important for those suffering from dementia. Having the same individual provide treatment can enhance familiarity, trust, and decrease misunderstanding for patients and their families.
The researchers propose addressing the lack of home health care nurses, increasing care coordination, and adopting telehealth in-home health care to enhance nursing care continuity.
According to the researchers, a hybrid care approach combining in-person and telehealth sessions might assist achieve more continuity of treatment. They urge governments to explore extending coverage for home health care telehealth visits.
With over 15 years as a practicing journalist, Nikki Attkisson found herself at Powdersville Post now after working at several other publications. She is an award-winning journalist with an entrepreneurial spirit and worked as a journalist covering technology, innovation, environmental issues, politics, health etc. Nikki Attkisson has also worked on product development, content strategy, and editorial management for numerous media companies. She began her career at local news stations and worked as a reporter in national newspapers.


tier: cub

shelf: finance

title: Bear trap

text:
A Bear Trap is a term frequently used in trading and investment. It refers to a deceptive market situation where prices briefly appear to be heading downwards, luring traders and investors into believing that a bearish trend is forming. However, this downturn is often short-lived, and the market unexpectedly reverses, catching those who have taken bearish positions off guard.
The Bear Trap is of significant importance because it highlights the need for cautious decision-making. Understanding this concept helps avoid making hasty and ill-informed decisions, ultimately preventing potential losses and capitalizing on the market’s true direction.
How a Bear Trap Works
A Bear Trap typically unfolds when the price momentarily drops, leading traders to believe that a significant downward trend is imminent. This prompts some traders to sell their assets or open short positions, expecting the price to continue falling. However, the market then swiftly reverses, often due to a sudden influx of buyers or a change in sentiment, resulting in a rapid price increase.
Traders and Investors who fall into the Bear Trap may experience losses as they attempt to profit from what appears to be a declining market. It can also lead to a cascade of stop-loss orders being triggered, further fueling the price reversal. Recognizing and avoiding Bear Traps is a valuable skill for traders and investors to minimize risks and make more informed trading decisions.
Traders can employ strategies to mitigate the risks associated with Bear Traps, such as setting appropriate stop-loss orders, conducting thorough technical and fundamental analysis, and closely monitoring market sentiment.
By being cautious and prepared for unexpected price reversals, traders and investors can navigate the market with greater confidence.


shelf: education

title: Eio

text:
Extended and International Operations (EIO) received a $669,216 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the project “FerrisNow STEM Dual Enrollment Virtual Realty (FerrisNowVR) Initiative”. As the only grant funded in the state of Michigan, it is co-directed by Dr. Deedee Stakley, Director of the Office of Transfer and Secondary School Partnerships, and Dr. Andrew Peterson, interim director of eLearning.
Left to right: Dr. Deedee Stakely, Dr. Andrew Peterson, Dr. Hira Herrington
The 3-year project aims to increase the number of STEM courses available to high school students in rural areas through dual enrollment. Being held live, these online classes will use immersive VR technology to create a more engaging and collaborative online learning environment for students and trainees in rural communities in Benzie, Isabella, Kent, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Missaukee, Montcalm, Oceana, Osceola and Wexford counties. High school partners will utilize the VR equipment for students to participate in STEM Dual Enrollment through Ferris as well as the possibility of virtual campus visits, tours, and orientations.
Implementation of the grant and offering Ferris classes in VR will provide another path to increase dual enrollment with the 17 rural high schools and three career and technical education centers. The initial STEM courses will be offered through the College of Business Information Security and Intelligence program. Dr. Hira Herrington, Associate Professor of Computer Information Systems, serves as advisor to the Ferris USDA leadership team. Dr. Herrington has conducted extensive research on VR, funded in part by the Ferris Foundation, resulting in creation of a VR lab, VR course development, VR training, and the development of best practices in VR education.
Student workers in the Office of Transfer and Secondary School Partnerships are researching ways to best implement the technology for dual enrollment. The grant will build on existing partnerships with high schools and career and technical education centers, along with new partners formed as part of the grant.
In addition to increasing enrollment through dual enrollment, these strengthened current partnerships and new collaborations provide greater opportunities for Admissions to recruit students from these school districts to Ferris after high school graduation. Ferris plans to begin offering STEM dual enrollment courses using the Virtual Reality platform beginning in fall 2022.


shelf: home-craft

title: How to restore and maintain headlights for maximum visibility and safety

text:
Over time, car headlights can become dull, yellowed, or foggy due to oxidation, dirt, and weather conditions. This not only diminishes their appearance but also affects visibility, which can be dangerous while driving at night or in poor weather. Regular maintenance and timely headlight repair can ensure optimal performance and enhance road safety. Many drivers overlook headlight care until they notice a significant reduction in brightness, which can compromise their ability to see clearly on the road.
A common cause of headlight degradation is prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, which gradually break down the protective coating on the lens. In addition, dirt, moisture, and road debris can contribute to cloudiness, reducing the effectiveness of the lights. Fortunately, restoring headlights is a relatively simple and cost-effective process that can be done at home or by a professional. Depending on the severity of the damage, solutions range from DIY restoration kits to complete headlight replacement.
How to Restore and Maintain Headlights
For minor fogging or discoloration, a DIY restoration kit is often sufficient. These kits typically include sandpaper, polishing compounds, and a protective sealant. The process involves cleaning the surface, sanding away oxidation, and applying a polish to restore clarity. Finally, a UV-resistant sealant is applied to protect the lens from future damage. Regular upkeep can extend the lifespan of headlights and maintain their brightness.
In cases where the damage is extensive, such as deep scratches or internal moisture buildup, professional services may be required. Experts use specialized tools and techniques to restore clarity and functionality effectively. If the lens is cracked or the internal components are damaged, replacing the entire headlight assembly might be the best option. Although this is a costlier solution, it ensures long-term performance and safety.
Preventive measures can also help maintain headlight clarity for a longer period. Parking in shaded areas, applying UV-resistant coatings, and cleaning headlights regularly can minimize oxidation and dirt buildup. Additionally, using high-quality bulbs and ensuring proper alignment can enhance performance and road safety. By taking proactive steps, drivers can avoid expensive headlight repair and ensure their vehicle’s headlights remain in top condition.
Restoring and maintaining headlights is essential for both aesthetics and safety. Whether opting for a DIY solution or seeking professional help, addressing headlight issues promptly can improve visibility and driving comfort. Proper care not only enhances the vehicle’s appearance but also contributes to safer roads for everyone.


tier: polar

shelf: history-culture

title: The Fugitives: No Words

text:
The Fugitives: No Words
In advance of a new album due next month, the acclaimed folk quartet releases a video for one of its focus tracks. It pays eloquent homage to its subject, Leonard Cohen, building from a quiet beginning to full-blooded neo-gospel fervour.
By Kerry Doole
The Fugitives - "No Words" (Borealis): This highly-rated Vancouver/Toronto based folk collective will release a fourth studio album, The Promise of Strangers, on Jan. 26. In a label press release, the group explains that "The Promise of Strangers is an album of dedications - the majority are written for people the band has never said a word to."
One such song is "No Words." Dedicated to Leonard Cohen and written a day after his passing, it is a beautifully written and performed tribute. "I have no words, I think he took them all," they sing, but they do come up with such eloquent lyrics as "I never knew a stranger who hurt my heart better."
The track was recorded live with their friends, the Righteous Ramshackle Chorus, and the powerful performance is well-captured in the video clip below. The song begins slowly, just voice and guitar, with the other band members gradually joining in on banjo, guitar and fiddle. Three minutes in, the choir joins the fun, adding a neo-gospel fervour. We reckon Leonard would have approved.
The album, recorded in Vancouver with producer John Raham (Dan Mangan, Frazey Ford), features some guest appearances.
The Fugitives have frequently toured in Europe and the UK. An extensive Ontario trek in January includes a T.O. show at Hugh's Room Live on Jan. 31, and Montreal's Casa del Popolo on Feb. 4. A full itinerary here
Kim Juneja at Take Aim is handling press.


shelf: civic-law

title: Riggs v. State

text:
Riggs v. State
Annotate this Case342 N.E.2d 838 (1976)
Michael Terry RIGGS, Appellant, v. STATE of Indiana, Appellee.
Supreme Court of Indiana.
March 3, 1976.
*840 Robert R. Riggle, Jeffersonville, for appellant.
Theodore L. Sendak, Atty. Gen., James N. Shumacker, Deputy Atty. Gen., Indianapolis, for appellee.
The Appellant, Michael Terry Riggs, was convicted on January 28, 1974, of the first degree murder of one Larry Gillespie. Sentenced to life imprisonment on February 14, 1974, the Appellant filed a Motion to Correct Errors with the trial court on April 3, 1974. It is from the overruling of this motion on April 29, 1974, that the Appellant now presents this appeal.
The evidence at trial revealed that the body of the victim was discovered by an officer of the Indiana State Police on April 3, 1973. The officer had been directed to the Clark County mobile home of the victim to investigate a shooting and soon called for investigative assistance. Photographs of the scene were taken, physical evidence was seized, and a plaster imprint of a footprint found at the scene was cast. This imprint was found to match that of a boot found in a later search of the Appellant's hotel room.
That same day a Sharon Lay telephoned police authorities and reported that the Appellant had called her and had admitted killing Gillespie. Police proceeded to Lay's home for further information. It was learned that the Appellant had repeatedly threatened to kill the deceased because he had been seeing a Sharon Fleming. The Appellant had married Fleming only to have her leave him when she discovered he was already married. Lay also informed police that she believed the Appellant could be found in Louisville, Kentucky. Officers then placed a call to authorities in that city.
The Louisville police were thus informed that the Appellant was a murder suspect when they received a phone call from him during the late morning hours of April 3. The Appellant had been serving as an informant for Louisville authorities following his arrest on a number of armed robbery charges. The Appellant spoke to a Detective Dobbs and said he was coming to see him.
When the Appellant arrived to see Detective Dobbs, four other police officers were also there to receive him Captain Hogan and Policewoman Green of the Louisville police, Sergeant Technician Mead and Detective Sergeant Hays of the Indiana State Police. Hays brought a warrant for the Appellant's arrest. The Appellant was advised of his rights and signed forms waiving extradition and consenting to a search of his truck.
The Appellant was taken to the office of the prosecutor in Jeffersonville, Indiana, shortly after his waiver of extradition. Before departing for Indiana, the Appellant confessed to police that he had killed Gillespie. He repeated this confession to the prosecutor in Jeffersonville. The Appellant *841 challenges the admissibilty of these statements in this appeal. Corroborating them was the testimony of Sharon Lay's son, Carl D. Ferguson, to the effect that he had on April 2 observed a shotgun in the Appellant's truck. He was grabbed by the Appellant and told that if he told anyone about the shotgun the Appellant would kill him and his family.
I.The Appellant's first contention of error is that the evidence at trial was insufficient to warrant a finding by the jury that the Appellant was sane on the date of the alleged offense. The Appellant entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity and the burden of proving sanity beyond a reasonable doubt accordingly was placed on the state. Johnson v. State, (1970) 255 Ind. 324, 264 N.E.2d 57. Our standard of review on whether this burden is met is well-settled:
"We have recently reiterated that the question of insanity is a question of fact not unlike other factual issues, which are to be decided by the trier of fact. Whenever such a factual question is appealed, this Court does not weigh the evidence nor judge the credibility of witnesses. We look to the evidence on the issue most favorable to the state and the reasonable inferences to be drawn therefrom. When there is substantial evidence of probative value to support the decision of the trier of fact, the decision will be affirmed. Dragon v. State, (1974) Ind., 316 N.E.2d 827; Moore v. State, (1973) Ind., 293 N.E.2d 28; Majors v. State, (1974) Ind. App., 310 N.E.2d 283."Blake v. State, (1975) Ind., 323 N.E.2d 227.
The evidence here is sufficient to sustain the jury's verdict. Lay testimony established that the Appellant was "cool" and "calm" in his recitation of the details of the crime on April 3, 1973, the day of the crime. Police officers testified that the Appellant conducted himself on April 3, 1973, as would a normal man. Testimony regarding the Appellant's previous threats against the deceased revealed that the Appellant had said he would "get off" by pleading temporary insanity.
Four physicians were called by the trial court to testify regarding the Appellant's sanity. One physician would not speculate about the day of the crime, though he was of the opinion that the Appellant was sane on the day of his examination. The other three physicians were all of the opinion that the Appellant was not legally insane on or about the day of the crime. Only the psychiatrist called by the Appellant to testify was of the opinion that the Appellant was legally insane on the day of the crime.
The Appellant correctly points out that expert testimony is not conclusive upon the issue of a criminal defendant's sanity. Fitch v. State, (1974) Ind. App., 313 N.E.2d 548 and cases cited therein. The Appellant combines this with the fact that the prosecution presented no expert witnesses testifying that the Appellant was not legally insane to somehow conclude that the evidence of sanity was not sufficient. This argument is without merit.
"The jury had the right to accept any one of the statements of the psychiatrists or any part of them, or to reject them all, where there was contradictory evidence, and to weigh all the facts in the case on the issue of sanity." Johnson v. State, (1970) 255 Ind. 324 at 328, 264 N.E.2d 57 at 59. The state was under no duty to present its own expert witnesses. Indeed, lay testimony and experts called by the court made such a presentation unnecessary.
II.The Appellant's second contention is that the trial court erred in denying the Appellant's request to challenge a prospective juror peremptorily and in overruling the Appellant's challenge of that juror for cause. *842 The Appellant's claim to a peremptory challenge here is based on Ind. Code § 35-1-30-2 (Burns 1975) which provides:
"Peremptory challenges by accused. In prosecutions for capital offenses, the defendant may challenge, peremptorily, twenty  jurors; in prosecutions for offenses punishable by imprisonment in the state prison, ten  jurors; in other prosecutions, three  jurors. When several defendants are tried together, they must join in their challenges."The trial court found that the Appellant had already exercised ten peremptory challenges when the juror in question was challenged. Because Furman v. Georgia, (1972) 408 U.S. 238, 92 S. Ct. 2726, 33 L. Ed. 2d 346 and Adams v. State, (1972) 259 Ind. 164, 284 N.E.2d 757, had at the time eliminated the possibility of a death penalty for the Appellant, the trial court ruled that the Appellant was not entitled to the twenty peremptory challenges possible when a prosecution is for a capital offense. This conclusion was correct.
In Martin v. State, (1974) Ind., 314 N.E.2d 60, we reiterated the interpretation of "capital offense" as referring to crimes where there is a possibility of the imposition of death as a punishment. We concluded that this interpretation and the Furman and Adams decisions had the following effect on a defendant's peremptory challenges:
"Once again, of course, this requires us to apply an interpretation to statutory language which became open to interpretation only because of subsequent judicial decisions on unrelated matters, rather than legislative action. It is apparent that here the legislative decision to double the number of peremptory challenges is based on the nature of the punishment to be inflicted rather than the type of crime charged. Unlike the juvenile statute this is not an attempt to allocate the jurisdiction of offenses among court systems, thus presupposing a certain stability in interpretation, but is a safeguard for a defendant faced with choosing a panel which could conceivably impose the ultimate penalty upon him. It is clear that the capital nature of the punishment calls for an increase in the challenges, and where there would be no possibility of the imposition of that penalty, but only `imprisonment in the state prison' as in this case, the Legislature intended to afford defendants ten peremptory challenges. We hold that the trial court therefore correctly denied appellants' motions."314 N.E.2d at 68.
The Appellant exercised all of his peremptory challenges and could challenge the prospective juror in question only for cause. He did so and was overruled. The Appellant has presented portions of voir dire examination of that venireman in support of his contention that this overruling was erroneous. These excerpts apparently purport to show that the prospective juror was hostile to or confused about the idea of temporary insanity. What it shows is that the prospective juror had doubts about the concept of temporary insanity. However, he stated that he would be willing to put his doubts aside in the face of evidence. In response to questions put to him by the trial court, the prospective juror stated that he had not formed an opinion as to the guilt or innocence of the accused, that he would render a fair and impartial verdict upon the law and evidence presented in court, and that he would listen to and follow the instructions of the court with regard to the law.
The question of the competency of a juror, upon a challenge for cause, is within the trial court's sound discretion. Click v. State, (1950) 228 Ind. 644, 94 N.E.2d 919. The trial court did not abuse its discretion in this case.
III.The Appellant next contends that the trial court erroneously admitted into evidence statements by the Appellant made *843 to police in Louisville and to the prosecutor in Jeffersonville. It is the Appellant's contention that these statements were not voluntarily given. (It should be noted that the admissibility of testimony regarding the Appellant's confession by phone to Sharon Lay is not put in issue here.)
The admissibility of these oral confessions was argued before the trial court in a hearing not in the presence of the jury. Testimony revealed that the Appellant was fully advised of his rights by police in Louisville and that the Appellant acknowledged that he understood those rights. When the Appellant was informed of the crime of which he was accused, he indicated he did not want to talk about it. He was not questioned. While police were preparing to take the Appellant back to Indiana, however, the Appellant volunteered a confession. Detective Dobbs testified: "He stated that because I didn't advise him of his constitutional rights he would tell me exactly what happened and he did."
When the Appellant arrived at the prosecutor's office in Jeffersonville, he was again advised of his rights. He was told the interview was to be tape recorded and indicated he did not object. The Appellant was specifically advised again of his right to counsel and his right to stop the interview at any time to ask for counsel. The Appellant stated that he had previously been advised of his rights in Louisville and that he understood them. At no time during the ensuing confession did the Appellant request counsel.
Against testimony of the various participants of the above events the trial court was presented with testimony of the Appellant that he did not realize he had the right to an attorney, that he had been told police had the privilege of talking to him first, that they put words in his mouth to get a confession.
This court will not disturb a trial court's ruling on the admissibility of a confession when that ruling is based on substantial, though conflicting, evidence. Rogers v. State, (1974) Ind., 315 N.E.2d 707; Cooper v. State, (1974) 261 Ind. 659, 309 N.E.2d 807. We can find no error in the trial court's determination here.
IV.The Appellant in his final contentions groups five alleged errors for the purpose of argument. Only one issue is presented with sufficient argument to permit us to address it. That contention is that it was error for the trial court to admit into evidence testimony concerning prior armed robberies the Appellant allegedly committed. "We have held on numerous occasions that when the appellant enters a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity, he opens wide the door to all evidence relating to his past behavior and his environment including prior commission of crimes." Stamper v. State, (1973) 260 Ind. 211 at 216, 294 N.E.2d 609 at 612; Barnes v. State, (1975) Ind., 330 N.E.2d 743. The Appellant's contention here is without merit.
The Appellant presents four other issues in his final group of contentions: that State's Exhibit No. 11, shotgun wadding taken from the body of the deceased, was improperly admitted for failure to show chain of custody; that certain rebuttal testimony was improperly admitted; that State's Exhibits Nos. 6, 10, 14, and 17 were improperly admitted; that the trial court erred in compelling the Appellant to undergo a neurological examination. The presentation of these issues in the brief of the Appellant is inadequate.
Ind.R.Ap.P. 8.3(A) (7) provides:
"An argument. Each error assigned in the motion to correct errors that appellant intends to raise on appeal shall be set forth specifically and followed by the argument applicable thereto. If substantially the same question is raised by two or more errors alleged in the motion to correct errors, they may be grouped and supported by one argument. The argument shall contain the contentions of the *844 appellant with respect to the issues presented, the reasons in support of the contentions along with citations to the authorities, statutes, and parts of the record relied upon, and a clear showing of how the issues and contentions in support thereof relate to the particular facts of the case under review".The Appellant's brief on these issues presents us with assertions of error and citations of authority of questionable applicability. No reasoning is presented in the Appellant's argument to relate the facts of this case to the assertions of error or to the authorities presented. No prejudice to the Appellant is shown. No references to the record are included. We nevertheless have reviewed the record and pertinent authorities and find no error.
Finding no error, we affirm the decision of the trial court below.
GIVAN, C.J., and HUNTER and PRENTICE, JJ., concur.
DE BRULER, J., concurs in result.


shelf: science-engineering

title: Second battle of new pale truanes star fy61 354

text:
In a short, high-speed battle around New Pale today, the invading sathar forces were destroyed or driven off by the militia and the augmented Strike Force Nova.
The victory was not with out cost, however, as both UPF battleships were destroyed in the fighting, along with one of the UPF fighters. While the sathar losses were much higher, we mourn the loss of the crews of those ships
Goolar Nadd, New Pale News
With the arrival of Task Force Relief (battleship, assault carrier, and 10 fighters) and its merger with Strike Force Nova, the UPF and Truane’s Star militia outgun the invading sathar fleet nearly two to one. Despite these odds, the sathar continue on to engage the UPF forces although they aim for New Pale instead of Pale to avoid the UPF Fortress at that world.
Order of Battle
- Armed Station
- 1 Assault Scout
- 1 Frigate
Strike Force Nova
- 17 Fighters
- 3 Assault Scouts
- 3 Frigates
- 1 Destroyer
- 3 Light Cruisers
- 2 Assault Carriers
- 2 Battleships
- 8 Fighters
- 1 Cutter
- 2 Frigates
- 2 Destroyers
- 1 Light Cruiser
- 1 Assault Carrier
- 2 Heavy Cruisers
Expecting the sathar to make a run at the station as they have in other systems (and in the battle here over a month ago), the UPF position the battleships on either side of the planet, one supported by a destroyer and the other a light cruiser. Out from the battleships is a pair of frigates on each side with a pair of assault scouts out and slightly back from the frigates. There are two wings of fighters beyond and a bit back from each pair of assault scouts. The assault carriers, each escorted by a light cruiser, are far back from the planet. The capital ships and assault scouts are all moving at speed 15, the assault scouts are at speed 20, and the fighters are at speed 30. The eight seeker missiles from the two battleships are arrayed in an arc around the planet.
The sathar, recognizing that they are not going to win this fight, are planning a high speed pass hoping to take out the UPF battleships and assault carriers and then escaping the system. They line up in two groups directly opposite the battleships. The upper group is comprised of a heavy and light cruiser, a destroyer, and a frigate while the lower group is composed of a heavy cruiser, the assault carrier and cutter, and a destroyer and frigate. The fighters are divided into two flights of four, one on each wing. All of the sathar vessels come in much faster than the UPF expected and are moving at speed 35.
The sathar capital ships accelerate to speed 37 and fly straight at and past the UPF battleships. The fighters accelerate to speed 40 turning in to fire at the battleships as well.
Defensively the assault scouts and frigates fire their laser batteries at the fighters and the frigates fire their rocket batteries at their sathar counterparts in each group. The battleship and destroyer in the upper group, along with the station, fire at the sathar destroyer, while the battleship and light cruiser in the lower group fire at the assault carrier.
The defensive fire at the sathar fighters is fairly ineffective, slightly damaging the engines on three fighters and knocking the hull integrity down to 38% on two others. However, none are destroyed and all are able to fire their assault rockets at the battleships.
The sathar frigate in the upper group is hit by a rocket battery knocking out 30% of its hull while the sathar frigate in the lower group is hit by two rocket batteries knocking out its laser battery and slightly damaging its maneuvering.
The destroyer in the upper group is pummeled by the UPF destroyer and battleship being hit with 2 laser batteries, 3 electron batteries, a proton battery, a rocket battery and the cannons from both ships. In the end, it has it defenses knocked off-line, its electron battery and engines knocked out, a hit to its combat controls system, its hull integrity reduced by 68%, and a fire breaks out on-board.
The assault carrier in the lower group doesn’t fare much better. It is hit by 2 laser batteries, an electron battery, 2 proton batteries, a disruptor cannon and a rocket battery. It loses its laser battery and 65% of its hull integrity.
The sathar unload all of their weapons at the battleship they fly over with the battleships firing 3 ICMs at each incoming torpedo.
The Admiral Clinton (upper battleship) is hammered. All 4 assault rockets from the fighters hit knocking out its engines and maneuvering capability and reducing its hull integrity by 22%. The sathar frigate hits it with its laser cannon knocking out the battleship’s disruptor cannon. The sathar destroyer hits with its laser cannon, rocket battery, and a torpedo that slipped through the ICM screen knocking out the battleship’s torpedo and ICM launchers and knocking the hull integrity down another 16%. The sathar light cruiser lands a series of hull hits with its disruptor cannon and electron and rocket batteries reducing the battleships hull by another 28%. Finally, the sathar heavy cruiser hits with its laser, electron, and proton batteries as well as its disruptor cannon knocking out the battleship’s proton screen, damaging its combat control system and reduces its hull integrity by another 28%. In the end, the Admiral Clinton has only 6% of its hull integrity left.
The sathar is the lower group were not as effective firing on the new UPF battleship, the Admiral R’kazk’tar. Only one of the four assault rockets connect knocking out the battleship’s disruptor cannon while the cutter misses completely. The sathar frigate hits with everything but its torpedo knocking out the battleship’s torpedo and ICM launcher and knocking half of its engines off-line. The sathar destroyer hits will everything expect its torpedo inducing an on-board fire and knocking out 35% of the battleship’s hull integrity. The sathar assault carrier scores a minor (<2%) hull hit with its laser battery while the sathar heavy cruiser only hits with it’s laser battery and disruptor cannon cutting the battleship’s maneuvering in half and knocking the hull integrity down another 13%.
Each sathar heavy cruiser deploys a single seeker missile, about 40,000 km behind their final positions where they expect the UPF to end the movement to fire their torpedoes at maximum range.
The seriously wounded battleship drifts away from the fight and two frigates join it as escorts. The other battleship, its MR reduced by half, turns and uses the gravity of New Pale to gain an extra turn. The other ships also loop around the planet, accelerating as much as possible to come around and bring all their weapons to bear on the various sathar vessels. The fighters split their fire between the heavy cruiser and frigate in the upper group, and the heavy cruiser and assault carrier in the lower group, assisted by the assault scouts firing on the heavy cruisers as well. The other ships focus their fire on the smaller more maneuverable ships. The assault carriers and their escorts accelerate and cross the sathar battle line hoping to get out of the maneuvering arc of the larger ships. They fire what weapons they can at the sathar fighters. The fire on the sathar destroyer knocks out its laser cannon.
Defensively, the upper flight of sathar ships focus their particle battery weapons at the damaged battleship, hoping to finish it off but they all miss. They use their laser batteries defensively against the fighters destroying one, nearly destroying another, lightly damaging the engines on a third. They fire their rocket batteries at the light cruiser but they all miss.
In the lower group of sathar ships, all the beam weapons are focused on the fighters but only one hits damaging the fighter’s combat control system while the rocket batteries are fired at the UPF destroyer but they all miss as well.
The upper UPF assault carrier connected with its laser and proton battery destroying one fighter and knocking out the assault rocket launcher on the other. The lower assault carrier hits with it’s proton battery and almost takes out a figher but it manages to hold togheter. The carrier’s light cruiser escort hits the same fighter with its laser battery, damaging the fighter’s engines, and a different fighter with it’s proton battery damaging its maneuverability.
The sathar heavy cruiser in the upper group is hit by 5 assault rockets and a laser battery from the fighters and assault scouts which damage its combat control system, short circuits its defenses, and reduces its hull integrity by 98% nearly destroying it.
The sathar heavy cruiser in the lower group gets away fairly unscathed as it is only hit by 3 assault rockets from the fighters and assault scouts knocking out its ICM launcher and maneuvering and reducing its hull integrity by 16%.
The sathar frigate in the upper group is hit by 2 assault rockets from the fighters as well as an electron batter, disruptor cannon, and torpedo from the light cruiser which knock out its defenses before the torpedo destroyers the ship.
The final fighter flight hits the upper sathar assault carrier with four assault rockets destroying it. while the sathar destroyer is destroyed by its UPF counterpart which hit with its laser and rocket batteries as well as torpedo that got through the ICM screen.
The sathar frigate in the lower group is hit by its UPF counterpart with a laser battery that damages its maneuvering and a torpedo that slips through the ICM screen but only manages to take out the frigate’s laser battery.
With the assault carrier destroyed, the sathar fighters are stranded and so continue the attack on the battleships. The flight that lost a fighter loops around to go after the heavily wounded battleship (Admiral Clinton) while the other group goes after the less damaged one. The heavily damaged heavy cruiser just drifts away from the battle while the light cruiser from the upper group turns to make a pass at the less damaged battleship (Admiral R’kazk’tar) as it accelerates away from the battle. The lower group, minus the destroyed assault carrier, just accelerate straight away from the battle at the heavy cruiser’s max acceleration (it has 0 MR), staying in formation. They fire on the UPF destroyer as they fly away. The fire on the Admiral R’kazk’tar induces a navigation control hit.
The sathar also activate the two seeker missiles they deployed the previous round. Unfortunately for the sathar, the UPF did not react as expected and the only ships nearby are the assault scouts. Each seeker missile goes after one of the assault scouts but they both miss.
Defensively, the battleships fire at the incoming fighters as do the assault scouts and the frigates escorting the heavily damaged battleship. They are assisted by the station and the lower assault carrier and it’s escort. Together the UPF ships manage to destroy two of the three fighters headed for the Admiral Clinton and two of the four headed for the Admiral R’kazk’tar, inducing a fire on a third.
The upper light cruiser and assault carrier fire at the light cruiser as it passes. It is hit by 2 laser, an electron, and 2 rocket batteries damaging its combat control system and engines, knocking out its ICM launcher and reducing its hull integrity by 23%.
The lone light cruiser fires at the drifting heavy cruiser connecting with a rocket battery and its disruptor cannon destroying the heavily damaged sathar vessel.
Finally, the group of frigates and destroyer focus their fire on the fleeing heavy cruiser from the lower group connecting with 3 laser batteries, a rocket battery and a laser cannon damaging the heavy cruiser’s combat control system and reducing its hull integrity by 46%.
Offensively, the surviving figher manages to hit the Admiral Clinton with its assault rocket destroying the battleship. The Admiral R’kazk’tar is hit by an assault rocket from the two fighers and a torpededo from the light cruiser reducing its hull integrity by another 36%.
The fire from the remaining ships are focused on the UPF destroyer. It is hit by 4 laser batteries and an electron battery which knock out its masking screen launcher, short circuit its defensive systems, and reduces its hull integrity by 46%.
The surviving battleship, with its navigation control damage and seriously damaged hull, pulls to starboard but manages to hold together. Given the speed differentials, and despite the greater acceleration of the smaller UPF ships, Spacefleet decides to not purse the main surviving group of sathar vessels but the upper two flight of fighters do go after the lone light cruiser. The assault scouts and the frigate and destroyer group go after the surviving sathar fighters. The fire on the sathar fighter induces a navigation control hit. The fire on the light cruiser cause 9 HP of damage.
Defensively, the sathar light cruiser fires at the incoming fighters but only manages to hit one with a proton battery lightly damaging its hull.
Offensively, the UPF fighters hit the light cruiser with all eight assault rockets destroying it while the frigates and destroyer destroy two of the three surviving fighters with the remaining fighter having its combat control system damaged, its assault rocket launcher knocked out, its hull integrity reduced by 38% and a fire started onboard.
The fire on the battleship burns through the hull reducing its hull integrity by another 10%. Its navigation control damage causes the large ship to pull to port and the strain on its severely damaged hull causes it to break apart destroying the vessel after only 10 days of active duty. The remaining sathar fighter is obliterated by the combined fire of the destroyer and frigates.
Repair Turn 1
The lightly damaged fighters manage to repair their systems almost immediately and the destroyer manages to repair some of its hull. The sathar heavy cruiser manages to repair some of its hull as well.
After another hour and a half the damaged UPF destroyer manages to fix as much as it can in space. All of its systems are fixed but the hull is stuck at 66% integrity and it will need to get into the starship construction center at Pale to complete repairs.
After another hour the sathar heavy cruiser has repaired enough of its hull that the surviving ships resume their acceleration out of the system. Another 2.5 hours later, it has repaired as much as it can outside of a shipyard. All of the internals systems are back online but it’s hull is stuck at 75% integrity until it gets back to SSC#5 for final repairs.
I knew the sathar were going to lose this one but I expected them to do a little better than they did. They managed to take out the two battleships, part of their primary objective, but didn’t do as much collateral damage as I was expecting/hoping they would. Part of that was the dice were just not cooperative, especially on the defensive fire round of the UPF move in turn one. I rolled a bunch of 80’s on the sathar’s to hit rolls and nothing really connected. Although the same thing happened to the UPF at another point so I guess it evens out.
The sathar misjudged the positions on the first round and were unable to make pass at the assault carriers like they wanted. They managed to get some ships out of the battle but not as many as I was hoping they would. The UPF really cleaned up.
The loss of the battleships will be significant, those won’t be replaced anytime soon. It will be interesting to see how that affects the fights going forward.
What are your thoughts on the battle? Share in the comments below.


shelf: software-docs

title: How to fix errors crashes lags stutters black screen in superhot

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Superhot presents one of games of existing genre that aims to achieve something more different with that. Superhot was developed by Superhot Team, while this indie FPS presents a new way that gives players time for accessing their situation to decide next step based upon other decisions. If you have problems running Superhot on your PC, you came to the right place. We have compiled a most frequent errors that includes random crashes, errors stutters, lags and more.
#1 System Crashes in SUPERHOT
Try to resolve the problem by deleting saves that could be corrupted after computer crash
The file can be found at AppData/LocalLow/SUPERHOT_Team/SUPERHOT — super.hot file
Be sure that all hidden files can be enabled if you cannot find the file in abovementioned location
After doing this changes try to continue Superhot.
#2 Can’t Select or Change Monitor in SUPERHOT
Hold shift after pressing START SUPERHOT
Select your monitor in config window after opening
#3 SUPERHOT doesn’t start
Try to launch Superhot from steam folder:
Steam\steamapps\common\SUPERHOT – and launch SH.exe
After successful launching be sure to disable your antivirus software or just add superhot.exe file to exceptions after that hit Play in Steam.
If the game still not working install the latest version of .Net 4 on PC.
#4 SUPERHOT Performance errors
While launching the game, you face with red window that provides you opportunity to choose resolution and showing the game in fullscreen.
After setting needed options, next press START SUPERHOT and press Shift at the same time
This will increase the FPS.
That’s all. If you have faced with any specific errors, please feel free to share with us with them in comments section. Our team will provide a solution ASAP.


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title: Dr milan talwar

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Dr. Milan Talwar, a dedicated Pediatrician with 10.5 years of clinical experience in general pediatrics, pediatric emergencies, and critical care. Holding an M.D. in Pediatrics from the prestigious Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) and am also a Diplomate of the National Board (DNB Pediatrics).
His professional journey includes roles at JIPMER, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, and Aster Women and Children Hospital in Bangalore, where he served as a Associate Consultant in Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care. He has also worked as a Consultant Pediatrician with the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka, for two years.
He has published three articles in eminent journals, presented a poster at PEDICON Bangalore, and presented thesis during JIPMER Research Day. Fluent in six languages and committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care, his core interests lie in general pediatrics and pediatric critical care. His aim to continue growing in both clinical and academic dimensions of pediatric practice.
Dr. Milan Talwar practices at HRBR Layout - Bengaluru.
You can book a consultation with Dr. Milan Talwar via ‘Cloudnine app', through the Cloudnine website, a phone call on the customer care no, or directly from the hospital.
Patients frequently visit Dr. Milan Talwar for Paediatrics & child health issues related consultations and treatments.
Anytime via Cloudnine App' or Cloudnine's website.
Dr. Milan Talwar has the following qualifications: MBBS, MD and DNB.
Dr. Milan Talwar is a Paediatrician.
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title: 509kdkh1zpw youtube summary

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This summary of the video was created by an AI. It might contain some inaccuracies.
The video delves into the market dynamics of high-end graphics cards, focusing mainly on the NVIDIA RTX 4080 and its variants like the RTX 4080 Super. Initially criticized for their high prices and seemingly marginal improvements, these GPUs have nonetheless achieved strong market performance, selling out at major retailers despite mixed reviews. Discussion extends to the broader GPU market, noting the unexpected success of these high-end models and highlighting price trends, including a notable mention of the RX 7700 XT's temporary price drop. A comparison between the RX 7900 XT and the RTX 4070 Ti underscores the RX 7900 XT's superior raster performance and the 4070 Ti's advantageous software features and ray-tracing capabilities. Additionally, the video addresses significant hardware issues, particularly the defective right-angled connectors by CableMod, which have led to recalls and substantial property damage claims. The segment concludes with calls for viewer engagement.
In this part of the video, the discussion centers on the RTX 4080 GPU’s market performance despite a lackluster reception from the PC gaming community and hardware reviewers. Initially, the RTX 4080 was criticized for its high price and perceived mediocre upgrades. However, the RTX 4080 Super, priced at $1,000 compared to the original’s $1,200, seems to be out of stock in many places like New Egg, Amazon, Best Buy, and Canada Computers, suggesting it is more popular than reviewers anticipated. This scarcity indicates that, despite the negativity, the card is highly sought after by high-end gamers, similar to the previous scenarios seen with the 4070 TI and the original 4070 GPUs.
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the unexpected success of certain high-end GPUs in the market, despite negative sentiments in online forums. It seems these GPUs sold well, possibly due to limited initial stock and a segment of the market that values high-end specifications over online feedback. The speaker also predicts that the 4080 Super Cards might maintain their value due to an uptrend in GPU pricing. Additionally, the video touches on the price drops of various GPUs, particularly an RX 7700 XT, which became very appealing at $350, offering high performance for its price, although those deals seem to have disappeared.
In this segment of the video, the discussion focuses on a comparison between the 4070 Ti and the RX 7900 XT graphics cards. The RX 7900 XT is preferred for its better specs and performance, especially in raster performance, while the 4070 Ti is highlighted for its superior software features and ray-tracing capabilities. The video then shifts to a significant issue involving CableMod and their right-angled connectors designed to address melting problems with the 12-volt HPW connection on 40 series cards. Despite their efforts, some connectors were defective, leading to recalls and $74.5k in property damage claims in the US. The speaker shares personal experiences, suggesting care when connecting these adapters to avoid harsh bends. The segment concludes with a call to action for viewers to like, comment, check out links, and consider subscribing.


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title: Guide to packing your kitchen for the move

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A kitchen is one of the essential rooms in any home as it is where you spend many hours preparing delicious dishes for yourself and your family members.
It is one of the busiest yet delightful rooms in a home. One can say that it is the center and the symbol of a happy family. Since it is one of the most important rooms, you always keep it organized, neat, and clean.
What if you have to shift to a new home with all your belongings, including your kitchen items? It can be very stressful thinking about the number of things you must pack carefully and relocate to your new abode. You may procrastinate the task of packing by feeling overwhelmed with the number of items for packing, such as glassware, crockery, and appliances which are very tricky to pack and move since these are prone to get damaged easily. Packing the kitchen items may seem challenging for a safe home move. But, have no worries as we are here to help you overcome this challenge with this simple guide to packing your kitchen for a move.
Declutter Your Kitchen
Before your start packing all the items in your kitchen, it is essential to go through all the kitchen items you have. If you have lived in your current house for a long time, you may have gathered many items. So, moving is a great chance to sort the essentials from the items you use less frequently. There may be some coffee mugs, old but working appliances, or some cookware you do not use very often; you can get rid of these items. It may be hard to do so since you always get the feeling, “What if I might use it someday.” Chances are that you may not use it again especially when you have not used it in a while. So, it is best to get rid of it.
Decluttering your kitchen and other rooms when relocating your home will help you save time, energy, and effort. It will also help you save money as the more items you have for packing, more the amount you will have to spend on transport and packing supplies. And, when you choose to relocate your goods through household shifting services, they will charge you depending upon the number of items you have for moving. So, leaving the kitchen items you no longer use. You can give it to a friend or neighbor or put it up for sale.
Keep Kitchen Essentials Aside
When decluttering your kitchen for the move, keep aside the essentials or the kitchen items of daily use. After moving into your new home, you will still need to use essentials like cutlery, plates, bottles, a few cookware, cleaning supplies, etc. You should keep these things aside and pack it before the moving day. You can keep these items in a box and label them as “Kitchen Essentials”. So, when you are at your new home, you can find your essentials quickly, without having to open all the other boxes.
Sort Out Your Food and Other Items
You already know it is best not to transport your fruits, vegetables, and other perishable items. These items may get spilled in the moving truck and spoil other goods. So, you must start consuming all the food items before the day of moving. If there are so many items for consumption, you can give them to your neighbors and friends or donate them to charity.
Also, the transport and home relocation companies do not move flammable materials such as kerosene, cooking oil, candles, gas cylinder, etc. Make sure you do not have any of these items for moving.
Tips for Packing Your Kitchen
Below are the valuable tips to pack your kitchen for a move in a stress-free and smooth manner:
Gather All Packing Supplies
When you want to pack your belongings, the first and foremost thing to do is to gather all the packing supplies required to safeguard your kitchen items from damage during transit. Listed below are the packing materials which you will need:
- Sturdy medium-sized boxes
- Lots of adhesive tapes
- Old newspapers
- Old bedsheets, towels, etc.
Prepare Your Boxes
Most of your kitchen items, such as chinaware, glassware, mugs, etc., are fragile but also heavy. So, to protect these items from cracks and damage, make sure you use sturdy boxes and strong tape. Prepare your boxes for packing by sealing the bottom with heavy-duty tape. Then, make a layer of old newspapers, old bedsheets, etc. This will cushion the fragile items from bumps during transport.
Start with Packing Items Not Used Frequently
You may not use many items in your kitchen daily that can be packed first. These items include mixing bowls, cookbooks, special cookware, special serving plates, framed pictures, wall hangings, etc.
Pack Identical Glasses Together
If you have large glasses and big-sized papers, wrap two similar-sized glasses together. Wrap the first glass with the paper; when it’s protected, place the next glass next to t and continue wrapping.
Fill the Gaps and Cover the Top
After you have filled one box with your kitchen items, you can fill the gaps with crumbled papers to fill the gaps and also cover the top before sealing the box. This will also protect the items from moving and breaking inside during transit.
Label Your Boxes
One of the essential things people forget to do when packing items for moving is not labeling the boxes. Make sure you label the boxes as you keep packing. Label the boxes with the items which it contains. This way, you will not waste time trying to find your pots and pans by opening all the kitchen boxes.
How to Pack Spices and Condiments for Moving
Most spices, sauces, and other condiments come in plastic containers or jars with lids. For packing, you need to ensure the lids won’t come off, so you can tape it shut. You can also wrap the containers in newspapers or old pieces and place them in the boxes. Fill the gaps with rolled papers.
How to Pack Appliances for Moving
Make sure that you defrost the refrigerator overnight and remove the shelves. Clean all the appliances, such as toasters, mixers, grinders, etc. Make sure to carefully wrap them with newspapers and place them in suitable-sized boxes or their original boxes. You can also tape down the microwave or refrigerator doors, so they don’t open during transport.
How to Pack Your Pans and Pots for Moving
Every household has a couple of pots and pans. They are sturdy but also very heavy and take up a lot of space. But when packing these in boxes, you can stack them from larger ones at the bottom to small ones on top. Before stacking the pots and pans, ensure to line a few sheets of newspaper or bubble wrap.
How to Pack Utensils for Moving
Packing your utensils is not that tough. Forks, knives, and other utensils can be packed together with other small cooking items in a box or two. If you have a cutlery holder, you can pack it together and place it in the box. You can also wrap these in kitchen towels and fresh dish clothes.
The kitchen is one of the essential parts of a home. And, if you have to move to a new home, then packing every kitchen item may seem like a hassle. But, with the essential points and kitchen packing hacks, you can easily pack your kitchen goods without stress. You can then hire a truck rental and transport your kitchen items to your new home. You can also choose to hire professional movers packers in Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, etc. Such companies will pack and move your kitchen items and household goods safely.
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title: New zealand begins global search missing lindauer works

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The New Zealand Art Gallery has launched a global search for at least 100 missing paintings by 19th century artist Gottfried Lindauer.
The global hunt aims to locate as many works as possible by the Czech artist, who is best known for his striking portraits of Maori chiefs.
It comes ahead of a new exhibition to be launched by the gallery, which is subsequently hoping to obtain as many works as possible by the artist, who first arrived in New Zealand in 1874 and is thought to have painted as many as 400 works during his career.
The figure of 100 missing works is thought to be something of a conservative estimate, with curators of this new exhibition confident of putting together the largest ever collection of his works for display in October.
Given that a number of pieces have been found in the attics and basements of people all over the world, there is a feeling among experts that there may well be more items to be found within the houses of unsuspecting owners.
Nigel Borrell, curator of Maori art at Auckland art gallery told The Guardian: “We want people to look under their beds, in attics, and under the house.
“These are places we have found Lindauers before, and they are often in reasonable condition because they have not been exposed to sunlight or the general wear and tear of being displayed.”
The rewards of stumbling across a work by the artist, who alongside C F Goldie is one of the most prolific painters of New Zealand’s indigenous tribes, could carry a significant financial reward, with a prominent Lindauer carrying a potential price tag of up to NZ$280,000 (£150,000).
Many of the works already found are now part of the royal collection, with the most famous arguably being Ana Rupene and Child, of which there are believed to be 30 different copies.
Much of his work also captures what was a time of significant upheaval for the Maori tribes, although many of native chiefs saw the works as being highly desirable and saw them as being important symbols of respect.
Authenticating a Lindauer is a relatively simple process, with experts claiming it is possible to complete a successful evaluation using just a low-resolution photograph. It means that should anyone suspect find a piece resembling a Lindauer, they can have it checked out without having to leave their home.


title: Updated 11 July 2019 - sentencing

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Updated 11 July 2019 - sentencing
The Attorney-General's Office has announced that Stephen Yaxley-Lennon (aka "Tommy Robinson") has been found guilty of contempt of court following a trial held at the Old Bailey before Dame Victoria Sharp P (QBD) and Warby J. Dame Victoria Sharp was appointed President of the Queen's Bench Division upon the retirement, at age 70, of Sir Brian Leveson.
The contempt proceedings have an interesting and quite lengthy history.
Crown Court at Leeds - 25 May 2018:
In April 2017, Kirklees Magistrates' Court sent a number of men, accused of serious sexual offending against young females, for trial
at the Crown Court - Huddersfield Examiner 12 April 2017. The Crown Court decided that there would be three trials. This was entirely sensible given that there were 29 defendants in total - Examiner 11 May 2017.
On 25 May 2018, the second of the three trials had reached the point where the jury had retired to consider verdicts. The third trial was fixed for a date later in 2018.
An obvious problem with holding separate trials is that reporting of an earlier trial or trials could prejudice the outcome of a later trial or trials. For this reason, the Crown Court imposed a Postponement Order under the Contempt of Court Act 1981 s.4(2) - " ... the court may, where it appears to be necessary for avoiding a substantial risk of prejudice to the administration of justice in those proceedings, or in any other proceedings pending or imminent, order that the publication of any report of the proceedings, or any part of the proceedings, be postponed for such period as the court thinks necessary for that purpose."
On 25 May 2018, Mr Yaxley-Lennon (YL) decided to broadcast via Facebook Live from outside the Crown Court at Leeds. His broadcast lasted for over an hour and took place as defendants in the second of the three trials arrived at court. Finally, YL was arrested (actually for breach of the peace) and, the same day, was dealt with for the contempt by the trial judge His Honour Judge Marson QC. YL was committed to prison for 13 months - 10 months for the conduct at Leeds and 3 months due to activation of a suspended term imposed at Canterbury in 2017. The Canterbury judgment (Her Honour Judge Heather Norton QC) is HERE and YL was clearly warned that a further contempt of court would result in the suspended term being activated. The May 2018 judgment of Judge Marson does not appear to have been published.
Counsel acting for some of the defendants in the second trial made an application to have the trial jury discharged but this was rejected by Judge Marson - The Independent 5 July 2019.
This previous post looked at the events at Leeds on 25 May 2018 and also took a general look at contempt of court.
Court of Appeal:
On 1 August 2018, the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) - Lord Burnett CJ, Turner and McGowan JJ - dismissed YL's appeal in respect of the committal for contempt at Canterbury Crown Court but allowed his appeal in respect of the committal for contempt at Leeds Crown Court. YL was granted bail and the matter of contempt at Leeds Crown Court was remitted to be heard again - read the judgment.
The Court of Appeal remarked - para 83 -
The judgment shows the importance which English law places on the need for courts to follow the correct procedure, no matter the individual(s) involved - see Keep Calm and Talk Law
Referred to the Attorney-General:
On 23 October 2018, YL attended the Old Bailey for the trial ordered by the Court of Appeal - previous post. The trial was listed before the Recorder of London, His Honour Judge Nicholas Hilliard QC. Counsel for YL submitted that the case should be referred to the Attorney-General who is able to bring contempt proceedings. At such proceedings witnesses could be called. The judge adjourned the case on that basis.
It was not until 7 March 2019 that the Attorney-General announced that there were grounds to bring fresh proceedings against YL and that it was in the public interest to do so.
Trial at the Old Bailey - 4 and 5 June 2019:
YL stood trial at the Old Bailey on 4 and 5 June. Contempt of Court proceedings are dealt with by judges without a jury. YL was found guilty by Dame Victoria Sharp P (QBD) and Warby J.
The announcement from the Attorney-General's office notes that the Attorney General was granted permission to bring proceedings on the basis of:
- Publishing information that was subject to a restriction prohibiting any reporting of the trial until a later, related trial had concluded
- Publishing a video encouraging his followers to harass the defendants, creating a substantial risk that their rights would be seriously impeded
- Illegally photographing and intimidating defendants as they entered court
Protests took place outside the Old Bailey and, on Twitter, there was some irresponsible comment. For example, Gerard Batten MEP posted - "An unbelievable verdict at the Old Bailey. Tommy Robinson found guilty on three counts of contempt of court. Sentencing next Thursday. This is a travesty of justice. A political verdict on trumped up charges. What kind of country are we now living in?"
Only the most uncritical admirers of the legal system can be content at the way in which this case has progressed but it has to be noted that the law of contempt exists to protect the administration of justice and a central feature of that is the right to a fair trial for ALL defendants. YL's actions on 25 May 2018 presented a serious risk to that and it is a type of conduct that ought to be condemned.
As for the Huddersfield sex offenders - see the Guardian 19 October 2019 and 1 November 2019.
Update 9 July 2019:
The High Court's reasons for finding against YL are published by the Judiciary Website - pdf 31 pages.
Update 11 July 2019:
YL was sentenced to 6 months imprisonment in respect of the contempt at Leeds. The Canterbury suspended sentence (3 months imprisonment) was activated in full. Therefore 9 months in total. See announcement from the Attorney-General. The 10 weeks served previously will be taken into full account. The outcome was 19 weeks imprisonment. Release from this type of imprisonment is normally at the halfway point.
The court's reasons for sentence are published via Bailii
The Guardian 11 July 2019
Judicial College guidance on Reporting Restrictions - judiciary.uk/wp-content/upl…
HM Solicitor General v Cox and Parker-Stokes  EWHC 1241 (QB) - "The Solicitor General brings these committal proceedings against the respondents, Kyle Cox and Damien Parker-Stokes, with the permission of the Divisional Court, Irwin and Foskett JJ, granted on 20 October 2015. He seeks their committal to prison for taking photographs in court at Bristol Crown Court, including photographs of their friend, Ryan Sheppard, during his sentencing hearing for murder. Committal is also sought for their publishing some of the photographs on Facebook, a contempt aggravated by comments, variously supportive or worse, of Sheppard as he faced life imprisonment, critical of the acquitted co-defendant of Sheppard and of another female present at the murder scene, and derogatory towards a judge or the judiciary generally."


title: Closed cell rigid polyurethane foam

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Example of a closed cell rigid polyurethane foam. It’s like a warm blanket for built stuff: buildings, machines, and a lot of other things. It'is a pu rigid foam made by SANYING to allow the people's more comfortable you're home or your workplace. It also saves energy, which is good for everyone — and the planet
Closed cell rigid polyurethane foam has superior insulating properties. That means it does a good job of holding heat in when it is cold outside. In summer, it helps trap the cool air indoors when it’s hot outside. That helps homes and buildings maintain just the right temperature, so we don’t need to expend too much energy heating or cooling them. Then there was SANYING's foam, which is like a superhero saving the world with cozy homes!
What is Closed Cell Rigid Polyurethane Foam Used For? It is used by builders in buildings to ensure that they are well-insulated and energy-efficient. That makes a big difference in keeping the temperature even inside, which is important for our comfort. Engineers also utilize this foam in machinery and appliances to allow work to be done nicely without any wastage of energy. SANYING FOAM is reliable and sturdy like a rigid foams trusty sidekick, always there to lend a hand when you need it.
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How to Supercharge Your Microsoft Exchange Email (2025 Guide)
Are you a Microsoft Exchange email user or thinking of using it?
As of 2025, the email landscape has changed significantly. Many once-popular email clients have been discontinued or lost support – for example, Postbox announced the end of its development in late 2024, Windows Live Mail was discontinued by Microsoft back in 2017, IncrediMail shut down in 2020, and Newton Mail closed its doors in 2024. If you're still using (or considering) any of these outdated apps, you're likely searching for a reliable alternative.
At the same time, Microsoft Exchange email remains a cornerstone for business and personal communication as part of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. With features like Outlook on the web and Exchange ActiveSync for your Android and iOS mobile devices, Exchange continues to be an excellent email service. But what if it could be made even more powerful?
By connecting your Microsoft Exchange Server account with Mailbird, you can supercharge your email productivity! Whether you're a long-time Exchange user or someone seeking a replacement for an old email program, Mailbird brings you powerful productivity features that Exchange's default apps simply can't match.
You get valuable features like:
- Unsend emails
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- View emails from Gmail, Yahoo, or any other email account in the same unified inbox as your MS Exchange emails
And much more!
In this updated guide, we'll show you why connecting your Microsoft Exchange email to Mailbird is the smartest move in 2025. We'll also demonstrate how convenient the Exchange Server setup is in Mailbird!
What Is Mailbird?
Mailbird is a desktop email client for Windows (and as of late 2024, for Mac as well) that allows you to access emails from multiple email accounts on your computer.
As Mailbird supports all POP3 and IMAP accounts, you won't have any trouble adding a Gmail, Outlook.com, or Microsoft Exchange account (including Exchange Online from Microsoft 365, and all Exchange Server versions from 2010 onward).
That's not all.
Mailbird has tons of productivity features and integrations that make it much more than just another email client!
Why You Should Connect Microsoft Exchange Email with Mailbird
Using the Microsoft Exchange service with Microsoft 365 gives you tons of benefits such as Exchange ActiveSync, Active Directory, and the Exchange Admin Center. However, Mailbird can offer you far more.
Exchange by itself is powerful, but combining it with Mailbird unlocks features and conveniences you won't get in the standard Exchange interface.
Here are a few reasons why you should use Mailbird with Exchange Server.
1. Desktop Access
Why waste time logging on to a webmail client through a browser when you can access email messages directly from your desktop?
With Mailbird, you can access your Microsoft Exchange email account without using a web browser.
Turn on your PC, open the Mailbird app, and that's it! You can now send and receive emails right from your desktop!
2. One Inbox for All Your Email Accounts
Do you have more than one email account for work or personal use?
With Mailbird's unified inbox, you can connect multiple email accounts in one common space. As Mailbird can support a POP3 or IMAP mail server, you can access your Exchange Server, Gmail, and custom email hosting accounts easily!
No need to remember each account's password or juggle between browser tabs! Log into Mailbird, and you can send and receive email from each account with ease.
Worried you'll mix up where an email came from since all your accounts are together?
Mailbird can color code each of your accounts so you always know which email account a particular message belongs to.
3. Loads of Features
By connecting your Microsoft Exchange email account with Mailbird, you can access tons of useful features that can make you wonder why Exchange can't offer you these features natively.
Here are a few.
A. Unsend Email
Realized you've made a mistake after clicking Send?
- Forgot to CC someone?
- Forgot to answer a question?
- Made a typo?
If you sent an email riddled with mistakes, there's no way of recalling it in MS Exchange or Microsoft Outlook. Unfortunately, un-sending is not a feature available on these services. You'll have to send an embarrassing follow-up email instead!
Being able to recall an email you've just sent that needs correction can be a lifesaver.
With Mailbird, you can unsend emails regardless of the email service you're using!
Here's how you use this feature.
- Go to the Settings menu in Mailbird.
- Click on the Composing tab.
- Scroll down to the Sending section.
Now, adjust the slider to choose how much time you'll have to recall an email. You have a choice of up to 30 seconds.
Once you've done this, you're good to go!
The next time you send an email, you'll see this message pop up on your screen.
If you want to recall that email, click the "undo" button, and the email won't go out!
You'll be redirected to a new composer window where you can make any corrections to the email before sending it out again.
B. Snooze Emails
With the Snooze feature, you can temporarily remove certain emails from your mailbox. This makes your inbox far less cluttered and helps you focus on important emails.
The best way to use this is by snoozing any unimportant emails to make responding to priority emails easier.
Don't worry about losing these snoozed emails — you can select for how long they're snoozed. This could be an hour, a day, or even a week. Once this time period is up, those emails pop back into your mailbox.
The Snooze Folder
All your snoozed emails are stored in a designated Snooze folder — away from your main mailbox. You can always access this folder to see your snoozed emails before their snooze period is up.
C. Attachment Reminders
With Mailbird's attachment reminder feature, you won't make the mistake of sending an email without a necessary attachment.
Mailbird automatically detects whether an email needs an attachment, based on what you've written. For example, if you mention the word "attach" in your email but click Send before attaching anything, this is what you'll see:
Forgetting to add files is now a thing of the past!
D. In-Line Replies
Mailbird's In-Line Reply feature lets you respond to an email's questions and points in a clear and organized manner.
How does this help?
By responding to questions immediately in place, there's zero chance of forgetting to respond to a particular question.
It's also going to be far easier for your recipient to read your answers. They're neatly placed under each question, not bundled together in one paragraph.
The Mailbird app also allows you to color code and add your name to your responses. This adds an additional layer of personalization to your emails.
Another great Mailbird feature is its ability to tag contacts in your Microsoft Exchange email. This makes adding contacts to your recipients list super easy!
Type in "@" followed by the name of the person, and Mailbird will automatically go through your contacts and add their email address.
You can choose whether this email address is added as a primary recipient or as a CC to your email.
It's that simple!
F. Unsubscribe & Block Senders
Tired of spam or unwanted newsletters cluttering your Exchange inbox? Mailbird has you covered with easy unsubscribe and block sender features.
You can instantly unsubscribe from mailing lists with one click, or block a sender so that future messages from that person go straight to your spam folder. This keeps your inbox clean and focused on the emails that matter.
Unlike the basic filtering in Exchange, Mailbird gives you direct control to stop unwanted emails for good — improving your productivity by eliminating distractions.
G. Email Tracking
Ever wondered if your important email was read or not? With Mailbird's Email Tracking feature, you can say goodbye to guesswork.
Mailbird lets you know who has opened your email and when they opened it. This is a huge advantage over standard Exchange/Outlook, which doesn't provide reliable read receipts for most accounts.
By seeing open-status updates, you can follow up at the perfect time or gain peace of mind that your message was received. Mailbird's tracking works across any email account, seamlessly integrated into the client, so every Exchange email you send can come with actionable insight on engagement.
4. Multiple Integrations
Another great feature of the Mailbird app is that it offers dozens of integrations with popular apps to make it much more than an email client — essentially a central hub for your communication and productivity needs.
Here are some of Mailbird's most popular integrations:
- Email calendar tools like Google Calendar and Outlook Calendar
- Messaging tools like Slack, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger
- File storage and docs tools like Dropbox and Google Drive
- Video meeting tools like Microsoft Teams, Skype, and Whereby
- Project collaboration apps like Asana and Trello
With these integrations, Mailbird can become an integral part of your daily work processes. It's no longer just a platform to send and receive emails!
For a complete list of Mailbird's integrations, click here.
5. Tons of Customizability
Mailbird offers you oodles of customizability to make sure you're comfortable using it. From the theme to the layout, everything's customizable.
You can choose a light or dark theme, or create a custom theme for a background!
When it comes to layouts, you can choose a small screen, preview, or three-column layout to suit your needs.
This way, Mailbird adapts to you — not the other way around.
How to Set Up Microsoft Exchange Server in Mailbird
The biggest problem with most desktop email clients is that they're hard to configure and set up. Fortunately, Mailbird isn't a regular desktop email client!
Adding your Exchange Server or Exchange Online mail server is super simple, and you'll be up and running in no time. Mailbird can automatically sync and import all your contacts and data onto your device to make the process a breeze. Add your Exchange Server email and password, and you're good to go!
This way, you won't have to worry about losing your .pst files, backup, or Exchange mailbox data - Mailbird will import it all.
Mailbird supports Exchange 2010 and later (including the latest Exchange Online services), so it will work with the current and upcoming Exchange editions as they arrive.
Here's how to configure the Microsoft Exchange setup on Mailbird.
After you have downloaded and installed Mailbird, Click on the Menu button at the top left of your screen. Then, navigate to the email account section and click on Add.
Add your name and email account details before clicking on Continue.
You'll now see a link titled "Edit server settings" under your email address. Click on it.
Change the email service server type from IMAP to Exchange Server using the drop-down provided.
If you've set up auto-discover in your Exchange Server, leave the "server URL" box blank. Do this even if you're unsure whether you set up auto-discover for your Microsoft Exchange Server.
However, if you've disabled auto-discover and know your Microsoft Exchange Server URL, type the Exchange Server's ID into the "server URL" box.
Then, enter your password and click Continue.
That's all there is!
You've now configured and added your Microsoft Exchange email account settings in just five quick steps.
The best part is that this Exchange setup works with hosted Exchange servers as well!
Microsoft Exchange Server: Conclusion
In a time when many older email clients have faded away, Mailbird stands out as a vibrant, continually-improving solution. While Microsoft Exchange is an excellent email platform, adding your Exchange account to Mailbird makes it even better.
You get the benefit of accessing your emails from your desktop alongside tons of helpful features and integrations!
If you're still on the fence about switching to Mailbird, why not sign up for our free trial and experience it for yourself?
How do I access my Exchange email online?
You can access your Exchange Server by going to the Exchange or Outlook webmail sign-in page or Outlook.com. Then, enter the email address and password for your account. Click on Sign In. You should be able to access your account if your email address and password are correct.
What is a Microsoft Exchange email?
A Microsoft Exchange Server account is a school or work email account. The company that provided you with the Exchange email runs on Microsoft Exchange Server or could be using Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365), which uses Exchange Online to provide your emails.
What are the benefits of Microsoft Exchange?
Here are some of the benefits of using Microsoft Exchange Online: - It is easily accessible. - The interface is user-friendly. - You can protect your sensitive data. - It can integrate with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for communication and collaboration.- You can keep your data in one place. - It makes organization easier.
What is the purpose of Microsoft Exchange?
With Microsoft Exchange, you can centralize your emails into one database. Microsoft Exchange allows emails to be sent directly to a server. It delivers emails back to individual workstations that are easily accessible by everyone. You can also share calendars and mailboxes with your entire staff, which makes workers more productive and organized.
My old email client (e.g., Windows Live Mail, IncrediMail, or Postbox) is no longer supported. What's the best alternative in 2025?
You're not alone – many users are in the same boat after popular email clients have been discontinued. Windows Live Mail is no longer supported by Microsoft, IncrediMail shut down in 2020, and Postbox ended development in late 2024. The good news is that you can switch to a modern, feature-rich email client. Mailbird is one of the best alternatives in 2025 for all these cases. It allows you to import all your email accounts (including those from services you used in your old client) into one unified inbox, and it offers a clean, updated interface that will feel like a significant upgrade. Unlike those discontinued apps, Mailbird is actively supported and updated, so you won't have to worry about losing compatibility. By switching to Mailbird, you'll not only replace your old email program but actually supercharge your email productivity with a solution built for today's needs.
Is Mailbird a secure email client? How does it protect my privacy?
Yes – Mailbird is designed with security and privacy in mind. First, Mailbird works as a local client on your computer, meaning all your sensitive email data is stored on your device only (not on Mailbird's servers). This greatly reduces any risk of unauthorized access, since your emails are not kept in a secondary cloud location. Secondly, whenever Mailbird communicates with your email server (for example, syncing messages or sending emails), it uses encrypted connections (SSL/TLS) so that no one can intercept or read your messages in transit. In terms of privacy, Mailbird has been transparent about its practices – it may collect some anonymous usage data to help improve the product, but you have the option to opt out of any analytics collection if you choose. No personal email content is ever collected. In summary, using Mailbird to manage your Exchange email (or any account) is as secure as using Outlook or any major email client. Your login credentials and emails are protected, and you remain in control of your data at all times. For additional security, remember that Mailbird supports the encryption protocols of your email provider – for example, if your Exchange server requires secure authentication, Mailbird adheres to those standards.


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About This Area Of Focus
Sexual orientation and gender roles are fundamental aspects of our identity that influence how we see ourselves and interact with the world. The journey to understanding and accepting these aspects of oneself can be complex, involving internal exploration, societal influences, and personal experiences. My therapy services are designed to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your sexual orientation and gender roles, confront internal and external challenges, and work towards living authentically.
Exploring Identity and Self-Acceptance
The process of exploring one’s sexual orientation and gender roles often involves questioning and reflecting on one’s feelings, attractions, and societal expectations. In therapy, we delve into these areas, helping you understand and articulate your identity. This exploration is a crucial step towards self-acceptance and can involve confronting and dismantling internalized stigma and societal pressures. We work together to build a positive self-image that celebrates your unique identity.
Navigating Societal Pressures and Expectations
Societal norms and expectations can significantly impact how we view our sexual orientation and gender roles. These pressures can lead to feelings of confusion, shame, or inadequacy. My therapy focuses on helping you navigate these societal influences, providing tools and strategies to cope with external judgments and to assert your identity confidently. By addressing these pressures, we work towards reducing their impact on your mental and emotional well-being.
Supporting Relationships and Communication
Your sexual orientation and gender roles can also affect your relationships with family, friends, and partners. Therapy provides a space to explore how these aspects of your identity intersect with your relationships. We focus on developing communication skills to express your identity to others, setting boundaries, and fostering supportive relationships. This support can be vital in creating a network of understanding and acceptance around you.
Long-Term Effects, Benefits, and Expected Results
The long-term effects of therapy for sexual orientation and gender roles can lead to significant personal growth and improved well-being. You can expect to see increased self-acceptance, reduced feelings of shame, and a stronger sense of identity. Clients often report feeling more empowered and confident in expressing their true selves, with improved relationships and a greater sense of fulfillment. By addressing these core aspects of identity, therapy can lead to a more authentic and satisfying life.
My approach to therapy for sexual orientation and gender roles is deeply empathetic and client-centered. With extensive experience and training in LGBTQ+ issues, I understand the unique challenges and rewards associated with this journey. My therapy is rooted in affirmative principles, meaning I actively support and validate your experiences. I help you embrace your strengths and navigate your challenges with confidence. By integrating my professional experience with a personal understanding of these issues, I provide therapy that is both effective and affirming.


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A Hidden Compounder in Germany’s Tech Heartland? Double-Digit FCF Yield, Two Moats, and Zero Hype?
In the quiet corners of the German stock market, away from the global tech darlings, lies a company that’s quietly attempting to do what every investor dreams of: compounding value. No hype, no buzzwords – just disciplined capital allocation, smart acquisitions, and high-margin business models that generate real cash.
Meet Brockhaus Technologies.
At first glance, the company might not catch your eye. It’s a small-cap holding company with just two main assets. But dig a little deeper, and what emerges might in a few years turn into a textbook case study in how to build long-term shareholder value by blending private equity discipline with public market access.
In this post, I’ll look under the hood of Brockhaus Technologies and explore:
Why Bikeleasing could be Germany’s next hidden fintech champion,
How IHSE built a niche moat in secure infrastructure,
What makes Brockhaus's capital allocation refreshingly old-school (in the best way),
And why a forward double-digit free cash flow yield could be just the beginning.
Whether you're a quality-growth investor, a serial acquirer aficionado, or simply someone who enjoys finding unloved gems before they get crowded—this is a company that deserves your attention.
Disclaimer: I used to own Brockhaus Technologies shares when I wrote the blog, but sold my position shortly after at a loss as the facts changed (see point 13 in the risk section). Hence, my analysis is likely biased. Also, the analysis presented in this blog may be flawed and/or critical information may have been overlooked. The content provided should be considered an educational resource and should not be construed as individualized investment advice, nor as a recommendation to buy or sell specific securities. I may own some of the securities discussed. The stocks, funds, and assets discussed are examples only and may not be appropriate for your individual circumstances. It is the responsibility of the reader to do their own due diligence before investing in any index fund, ETF, asset, or stock mentioned or before making any sell decisions. Also double-check if the comments made are accurate. You should always consult with a financial advisor before purchasing a specific stock and making decisions regarding your portfolio.”


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Orchestra for All - Recruitment
Opportunity for budding musicians age 11 - 18
What is Orchestras for All?
Orchestras for All is a national youth music charity, breaking down barriers to give young people life-changing musical experiences. For more information, please visit our website.
What is NOFA?
National Orchestra for All (NOFA) is a non-auditioned, free, inclusive national youth orchestra. We welcome young people aged 11-18 from all backgrounds, with any level of musical ability, playing any instrument!
NOFA is a two-year programme (2023-2024) where young people attend in-person residentials and digital events.
Young people who take part in NOFA
- play incredible music with other young people from all walks of life
- learn, have fun, and develop both musically and socially
- improve their wellbeing and confidence within a supportive, safe and nurturing environment
How can you apply?
For full details, please read the NOFA application pack HERE through which you will find the following forms.
To apply, two forms must be completed.
- Form 1 is completed by the applicant, with support from an adult if needed and they must have parental/ guardian consent CLICK HERE
- Form 2 is completed by the nominator CLICK HERE
The nominating adult can be a teacher, community music leader, support worker, youth worker, charity worker or other equivalent professional. If that’s not possible for the young person, then a parent or guardian can be the nominator.
The deadline for applying is Monday 7 November 2022 at 10am.
If you have any questions about either programme, please email me direct, [email protected] or call me on 07885565000. I’d love to hear from you!
Here are our social channels, if this is something your young people would be interested in, I can also get you a flyer to circulate.
Learn more via the charity’s website 👉 https://bit.ly/OrchestrasForAll
Or get social with us!
Facebook and Instagram: @orchestrasforall