![]() ![]() We’re always only following one story amid a whole universe of others. Even characters who are glimpsed wandering through a shot or operating in the background are given names and their own action figures. Watching a Star Wars story there is always the sense of so much more going on outside the frame. Plus, one of the things that has always distinguished Star Wars is its “window on a whole world” aesthetic. ![]() Though each film begins famously, “A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away,” the origins of the Star Wars saga are deeply rooted in George Lucas’s real-world concerns about totalitarianism. There is a lot about this argument that is wrong. Don’t impose your 21st-century prejudices and anxieties on my universe, the argument goes. These fans claim that the move to make Star Wars more diverse represents a betrayal of the saga, in that it attempts to inject the politics and anxieties of our world into a story that was never about that. In some ways, “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the new Star Wars miniseries that finds Obi-Wan and Darth Vader meeting again 10 years after “Revenge of the Sith,” is offering its own confrontation with the dark side of Star Wars, although unintentionally so.įor some years now the Star Wars franchise has been faced with a virulent strain within its fandom that harasses and threatens actresses and people of color who are given significant roles. Contending with that history involves more than simply casting more people of color. The saga’s poor history with race looms large. His presence naturally draws out the darkness within us so that we can see it and be free. It’s not a coincidence that the first thing many people in Scripture do when they meet Jesus is reject him. Most of us have been taught to bury those things deep within us, but real freedom comes through facing them. We all have shadow sides, parts of ourselves that we consider monstrous, and desires that could be. It’s a deeply disturbing image, but I have always drawn a strange solace from it. But rather than the profile of a child, it has the shape of Darth Vader. The sun casts his shadow onto the wall behind him. One of my all-time favorite “Star Wars” things is a poster for “Episode I: The Phantom Menace.” A young Anakin Skywalker takes a step away from home, a backpack on his shoulders, as though it’s his first day of school.
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![]() Most municipalities report that they can’t afford the costs, so maintenance projects are currently being delayed. Conservative estimates suggest management costs may be measured in the billions of dollars for just these ponds. In the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area there are an estimated 15,000 stormwater ponds. It does not include landfill disposal costs if that applies. The equation was developed using 2009 dollars and volume is measured in acre-feet. The cost equation includes 30% for engineering and administration costs and 20% for contingencies. Projects costs to remove and manage uncontaminated sediment (not regulated as a solid waste) are substantially less when transportation and disposal costs are limited and/or not incurred.Ī dredging cost equation was developed for the City of Minnetonka in 2009 as a way to estimate long term stormwater pond maintenance costs. ![]() ![]() Anecdotal information provided by metro-area cities indicates typical costs range from $75,000 to $125,000 per pond when sediments need to be disposed of at an municipal solid waste facility. In some cases costs can be as much as $250,000 per pond when sediment removal projects include sediment contaminated above the industrial and commercial soil reference values. Management costs vary based on the size and location of the excavation, volume of sediment being removed, and laboratory analysis. Other costs include excavation, transportation, and tipping fees if those apply. Neither option is sustainable at the volumes that will likely be generated in the coming decade.ĭisposal costs include testing and laboratory analysis of the sediment to characterize the waste. The cost of the second option depends on whether the sediment is used as daily cover material by the landfill or is disposed of with other municipal wastes. The MPCA doesn't have cost estimates for the first option. Current standards and guidance provide two viable options: The sediment may be used as fill at an already contaminated industrial site, or disposed of as solid waste at a municipal solid waste landfill that has a liner and a leachate collection system. How are PAH-contaminated sediments disposed of, and what does it cost?ĭisposal options depend on the concentration of PAHs in the sediment. They are also accumulating in the sediments of natural lakes, streams, rivers, and wetlands that receive untreated stormwater runoff. PAHs are also accumulating in man-hole sumps, catch basins, rain gardens, ditches, underground treatment systems, street sweepings, and other parts of stormwater collection and conveyance systems where sediment accumulates. Sixty-seven percent of the PAH contamination in stormwater-pond sediments comes from coal tar-based pavement sealants. PAHs have been found in the sediment of stormwater ponds across the state, primarily in urbanized areas. Some PAHs are listed in Minnesota as possible carcinogens. They also come from burning carbon, forest and grass fires, vehicle exhaust, and even char-broiled foods. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are chemicals that occur naturally in coal, crude oil, and gasoline, and are also present in products made from fossil fuels, such as coal-tar pitch, creosote, and asphalt. ![]() Compared to the above options, this is the cheapest nose trimmer.įor that relatively low amount, you get a well-functioning nose trimmer. You pay much less for this nose trimmer at just € 17.00. What is immediately noticeable is the relatively favorable price tag. This manufacturer has done an absolutely good job with the Wahl Triple Head. Several manufacturers are clearly capable of manufacturing high-quality nose trimmers. Product features:įor the time being, the features of these nose trimmers don’t vary a lot. So you don’t have to spend too much time on this. ![]() This means that you can rinse the nose trimmer under the tap. We would also like to mention that the nose trimmer from this Travel Grooming Kit is waterproof. If you decide to purchase this Travel Grooming Kit, you will also receive many accessories: Storage pouch, nose, and ear trimmer, beard trimmer, beard trimmer attachment, brush attachment, comb, scissors, nail clippers, file, tweezers, brush, oil, and 2 AA batteries. However, it is also possible to trim your nose hair, ear hair, and eyebrows. The entire device is not waterproof, just the head.Īn advantage of this travel kit is that it is multifunctional.Washable head: yes, but the rest of the device is not waterproof.This does not apply to the rest of the device. With the BaByliss for Men E650E you are able to rinse these hairs away under the tap.īut beware: only the trimming head is waterproof. This movement really trims the hairs instead of pulling them out of your skin.Īfter trimming the nose hairs, the hairs often remain in the nose trimmer. The round trimming head makes a rotating movement. If you use the BaByliss for Men E650E, you don’t have to worry about wounds or irritations. The round trimming head ensures that you can get into your nose at all places.Īll hairs in your nose can therefore be trimmed, so that you can walk optimally. It is of course not without reason that BaByliss has decided to use a round trimming head. At the same time, the fully round trimming head provides a beautiful contrast. The black color gives a dark appearance to the nose trimmer. Beautiful design (small and easy to use)operatedĪ striking feature of this nose trimmer is the design.For example, the nose trimmer works on batteries (not always handy) and it is also not as multifunctional as the variants mentioned above. ![]() The Braun EN10 could have been even higher in the rankings, but unfortunately, we found two drawbacks. For that amount, you will not only receive the nose trimmer, but also a protective cap and AA batteries. You pay an average amount of € 21.99 for this device. We would also like to mention the price tag of this Braun EN10. No, removing the hair is easy and completely painless. The hairs are not forcibly pulled from the nose. Trimming the nose hair is also very smooth with the Braun EN10. ![]() The three red stripes represent the blood that nourishes the three branches of. The thirteen stripes, resting side by side. The Flag of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is rectangular in shape and consists of five alternating horizontal stripes, three red and two white, with an isosceles triangle with a five-pointed white star in the center based on the hoist side. The best part is, he received a C- on the project.Įver since the design of the US flag, there have been many, many duplicates. One of the first flags had the stars arranged in a circle, based on the idea that all colonies were equal. He designed it in high school as a school project and it ended up reaching congress and becoming the official flag. The symbolism of the original flag: Symbolism. The other one, meant by its maker for wider use, (peacetime), has vertical stripes with blue. Although most Americans think of the Stars and Stripes (above left) as their only flag, it is actually for military affairs only. Heft is the designer of the current look of the US flag. The flag’s design has 11 blue and white horizontal stripes, a red canton on the top-left side, and inside, it contains a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, both white in color. Each one has fifty stars in its canton, and thirteen red and white stripes, but there are several important differences. And blue symbolizes vigilance, perseverance, and justice.Īs you might notice, everything about the US flag has been thoroughly thought out. The color red symbolizes hardiness and valor, white represents purity and innocence. These stars represent the 50 states of America. More specifically, the normally red and white stripes are alternating black and white stripes. General George Washington first raised the Continental Army flag in 1776, a red-and- white striped flag with the British Union Jack where we now have stars. star, which makes it somewhat unsuitable for a city flag. A thin red line flag is a variation of the American flag that is black and white with one red stripe. The three red stripes and the three corners of the triangle correspond to the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the government. In the top left corner is a blue square that has 5o stars. The middle white band, which is thicker than the top and bottom, contains four red six-pointed stars. The star is described as representing the commonwealth, and the white stripes stand for human rights and the freedom of the individual. These stripes represent the original 13 colonies. The US flag features 13 stripes that alternate between red and blue. Regardless, of the meaning, there have been many countries that have taken over the traditional look of the US flag. When it comes to being one of the top 3 flags in the World, the US flag can be easily replicated.įrom meaning to the looks, the US flag has been voted as a top 3 flag in the world with a high chance of being the #1 flag. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Emmy-nominated actress has made a strong impression within the world of television storytelling, including fellow critically acclaimed HBO series The Leftovers and FX's hit anthology series Fargo. Leading the cast once again is Carrie Coon as Bertha Russell. The vast majority of the massive main cast of The Gilded Age Season 1 is expected to return for Season 2. In 2022, nearly a decade after Downton Abbey closed its doors, Julian Fellowes returned to television with a new yet familiar series, The Gilded Age. During its five-year run, Downton Abbey would take home an astounding fifteen Primetime Emmy Awards. Over the course of six television seasons and two feature films, audiences around the globe fell in love with the family life and strife of the aristocratic Crawley clan following the unprecedented tragedy of the Titanic. That series, of course, is Downton Abbey, which became a global phenomenon following its premiere in 2010. Before the Emmy-winning drama graced HBO subscribers with its presence, creator Julian Fellowes was responsible for another prim and proper drama series that you may have heard of. Time to get your Sunday best suits and gowns pressed and ready to go, because Season 2 of The Gilded Age is just around the corner. Is 'Downton Abbey' Available to Stream Online?.What's the Plot of 'The Gilded Age' Season 2 About?.Who's In the Cast of 'The Gilded Age' Season 2?.Who's Making 'The Gilded Age' Season 2?.Does 'The Gilded Age' Season 2 Have a Trailer?.When and Where Is 'The Gilded Age' Season 2 Coming Out?. ![]() A minority also urged the board to take into account Trump’s posts from earlier in his presidency that “contributed to racial tension and exclusion,” but a majority chose to decide the case on more limited grounds. A minority of the board would have gone further and ruled that Trump’s posts were out of line not only as simple praise of the rioters but as a “call to action” inciting violence. The opinion reflected some dissent from within the board. Trump’s posts, there was a clear, immediate risk of harm and his words of support for those involved in the riots legitimized their violent actions,” the board said. You’re very special,” and the other calling them “great patriots,” and saying “remember this day forever.” 6, both praising people involved in the Capitol attack: one post telling the rioters, “We love you. Its decision focused on two Trump posts from Jan. The decisions of the board, made up of 20 members from around the globe, are not binding, but Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has pledged to abide by what it says. ![]() “These corrupt social media companies must pay a political price, and must never again be allowed to destroy and decimate our Electoral Process.”įacebook created the Oversight Board last year as a kind of "supreme court" to hear appeals from users like Trump who have had their posts removed or who want to challenge other sensitive or contentious moderation decisions. “The People of our Country will not stand for it!” he added. ![]() Double tapping the fly keybinding enables you to instantly start flying.It lets you continue flying with a double jump. Pressing the Fly button enables safety flight.You must set a keybinding for it to make travel. The keybinding package for Fly is not packaged by default. ![]() So, you can use it to locate torches or other sources of illumination in caves.
![]() Remember that these guidelines are not hard and fast rules and that just one of these traits is probably not enough to draw a conclusion.īottom Line: If a cat you don’t know approaches you or if you can touch her, she is most likely not feral. Since it is difficult to determine each cat’s socialization during a stressful event such as trapping, it’s a good idea to observe cats on their own outdoors using the guidelines below. HOW DO I TELL THE DIFFERENCE WHEN THE CATS ARE OUTDOORS? Stray cats that are re-introduced to a home after living outdoors may require a period of time to re-acclimate they may be frightened and wary after spending time outside away from people. A stray cat can under the right circumstances become a pet cat once again. She can become feral as her contact with humans dwindles. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A STRAY CAT AND A FERAL CAT?Ī stray cat is a cat who has been socialized to people at some point in her life, but has left or lost her indoor home, as well as most human contact and dependence. ![]() Since feral cats are not adoptable, they should not be brought to animal pounds and shelters, because there they will likely be killed. They live and thrive in every landscape, from the inner city to rural farmland. Always remember: this does not mean that the cat is a good candidate for living indoors.įeral cats have a home-outdoors. They may show signs of familiarity, such as a tail up or hanging out on a caregiver’s porch, but these behaviors are usually limited to the cat’s interaction with the caregiver and only develop after building a relationship over time. ![]() Feral cats have kittens that can be socialized at an early age and adopted into homes.Ī feral cat’s level of socialization and behavior is not always black and white, particularly for feral cats that recognize their caregiver. Feral cats have had little or no contact with people, and so they are wary of us, and cannot be adopted. Most feral cats are not likely to ever become lap cats or enjoy living indoors. She is not socialized to people and survives on her own outdoors.
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The system will automatically bring down the ‘howling’ sound from the mic – extra handy when you have 2 microphones plugged in at once. Stop worrying about MCs walking in front of the speaker thanks to the compatible Feedback Reducer feature in rekordbox. The result is a professional performance controller that you’ll have no trouble transporting between gigs at weddings, parties and anywhere else you play. This portable unit inherits the club-style layout and popular features of the DDJ-1000, including Color On Jog Displays, and packs it all into a lighter body. The DDJ-800 2-channel DJ controller is a pro DJ setup that’s made to go wherever you do. Included AC Adaptor: 120V (60 Hz), rated output 5V DCĮxternal Dimensions: 26.8in (W) x 12.5in (D) x 3.7in (H)Ĭompatible OS: Mac OS X (10.5, 10.6 or later), Windows® 7 Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate, Windows® Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/Business (SP1 and later), Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional (SP3 and later).2-channel performance DJ controller for rekordbox Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005 % or less Output Terminals: Master Out x 2 (1/4" Phone & RCA) Input Terminals: Mic x 1 (1/4" Phone), AUX x 1 (RCA) Included Software: Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition Traktor DJ The Pioneer DDJ-T1 will be available in February 2011. ![]() Proprietary lock mechanism called the P-LOCK Fader Cap designed to prevent fader caps from slipping. Highest-Quality Sound – The controller is optimized for the TRAKTOR DJ software and incorporates technology from Pioneer’s professional line of DJ equipment to ensure the highest quality sound output that DJs have come to expect from Pioneer products. The DDJ-T1 is modeled after the proven design of the professional Pioneer DJ player and mixer and integrates 115mm jog dials, accurate search functionality to quickly find playback points, a load button for song data and a master sync button for beat matching across four channels. Specially Designed User Interface – The controller layout and TRAKTOR software interface are identical, ensuring ease-of-use and precise control. This popular software is loaded with original functionality, including four-channel deck control and a channel fader start function, which makes it easier for DJs to create exact cue starts. Included TRAKTOR DJ Software – Includes Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition TRAKTOR DJ software. Additionally, the DDJ-T1 can be powered through the laptop’s USB port.*1 Plug-and-Play USB Connectivity – All buttons and knobs have been pre-assigned, so users can quickly connect the controller to their laptops by USB cable and start their performances without having to adjust any complicated settings. The device adopts Pioneer’s “P-LOCK Fader Cap”, designed to prevent the fader caps from slipping. For further convenience, the controller also comes with a computer dock that allows a laptop’s keyboard to slip directly under the controller, bringing the monitor closer to the DJ, providing fast visuals of song information while mixing. The DDJ-T1 easily connects with a user’s laptop via USB for quick “plug-and-play” capability. “The DDJ-T1 controller and TRAKTOR software have an integrated, sleek design and several unique features that allow DJs to create top-notch performances while connected to a computer.” “We wanted to create a solution for DJs who love the look and feel of our professional rig but who need a ‘plug-and-play’ solution for their electronic beats,” said David Arevalo, senior marketing manager, Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Combined with a computer and the included TRAKTOR Pioneer DDJ-T1 Edition DJ software, the controller offers DJs of all levels the same operability and functionality of a professional player and mixer setup along with excellent audio quality. The DDJ-T1 controller is designed for the next generation of home and casual DJs who leverage digital music files everywhere they go. ![]() Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.’s Professional Sound and Visual Division today unveiled its DDJ-T1, an intuitive DJ controller dedicated for use with Native Instrument’s popular TRAKTOR DJ software. Aanbiedingen Software, Samples & Plugins. |
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