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Hidden Cuba: A Photojournalist’s Unauthorized Journey to Cuba to Capture Daily Life — 50 years After Castro’s Revolution

Renowned American photographer Jack Watson travelled to Cuba on a legal humanitarian visa. He chronicled his journey with breath-taking, and often heart breaking images of he Cuba people, cites, and countryside. Watson describes his visit:  “I had stepped back in time 50 years — this was my first impression of Cuba. My journey, which began […]




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The Teen’s Ultimate Guide to Making Money When You Can’t Get a Job: 199 Ideas for Earning Cash On Your Own Terms

Whether it was in a department store, fast-food chain, or kiosk in the mall, everyone remembers his or her first job — even more so, you probably remember that first paycheck. But with the current job crisis, it has become harder and harder to enjoy the fruits of your labor. As of October 2011, the […]




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Graphene-supported organoiridium clusters catalyze N-alkylation of amines via hydrogen borrowing reaction

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35163-35171
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06595F, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Tsun-Ren Chen, Siang-Yu Chiu, Wen-Jen Lee, Yi-Siou Tsai, Yu-Sheng Huang
Graphene-supported organic iridium clusters (GSOIC) exhibit excellent N-alkylation on various substrates under green processes.
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Strain-affected ferroelastic domain walls in RbMnFe charge-transfer materials undergoing collective Jahn–Teller distortion

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35081-35089
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06397J, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Marius Hervé, Shintaro Akagi, Laurent Guérin, Leland B. Gee, Ryan D. Ribson, Matthieu Chollet, Marco Cammarata, Shuntaro Nagashima, Shin-ichi Ohkoshi, Hiroko Tokoro, Eric Collet
This X-ray diffraction study of RbMnFe materials reveals the ferroelastic domains walls resulting from collective Jahn–Teller distortion coupled to intermetallic charge-transfer and the spatial extension of the strain around the walls.
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Effective BPA degradation in water: the integration of bimetallic UiO-66 Ce–Zr

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35090-35096
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06460G, Paper
Open Access
Leidy Marcela Gallo, Juan L. Obeso, Nora S. Portillo-Vélez, Carlos E. Garduño-Albino, Catalina V. Flores, Leonardo Herrera-Zuñiga, Alejandro Islas-Jácome, Ricardo A. Peralta, Carolina Leyva
In this work, a bimetallic MOF UiO-66 Ce–Zr to degrade bisphenol A (BPA) in water was synthesised. The material exhibited a remarkable degradation efficiency of 84.3% under UV irradiation for 240 minutes.
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Investigation of the titanium-mediated catalytic enantioselective oxidation of aryl benzyl sulfides containing heterocyclic groups

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35105-35113
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07088G, Paper
Open Access
Maria Annunziata M. Capozzi, Angel Alvarez-Larena, Joan F. Piniella Febrer, Cosimo Cardellicchio
Enantiopure benzyl heteroaryl sulfoxides were obtained by asymmetric oxidation. However, two benzimidazolyl sulfoxides were found to be conglomerates.
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Interfacial properties of a ZnO/PTFE composite from density functional tight-binding simulations

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35097-35103
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06790H, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Chol Ryu, Jun-Gi Ri, Yun-Sim Kim, Chung-Hyok Rim, Chung-Il Kim, Chol-Jun Yu
We performed density functional tight-binding simulations of a ZnO/amorphous PTFE superlattice to reveal the interlayer binding strength, charge redistribution and enhancement of mechanical strength of the ZnO-reinforced PTFE plastic composites.
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Correction: Sustainable polymeric adsorbents for adsorption-based water remediation and pathogen deactivation: a review

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35104-35104
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA90129K, Correction
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Huda Alkhaldi, Sarah Alharthi, Salha Alharthi, Hind A. AlGhamdi, Yasmeen M. AlZahrani, Safwat A. Mahmoud, Lamiaa Galal Amin, Nora Hamad Al-Shaalan, Waleed E. Boraie, Mohamed S. Attia, Samera Ali Al-Gahtany, Nadiah Aldaleeli, Mohamed Mohamady Ghobashy, A. I. Sharshir, Mohamed Madani, Reem Darwesh, Sana F. Abaza
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Dissolution of simulated nuclear waste glass at high surface area to solution volume, high pH and 70 °C: comparison of international simple glass and SON68 glass

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35114-35127
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04936E, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Felix Brandt, Sébastien Caes, Martina Klinkenberg, Juri Barthel, Sanheng Liu, Karel Lemmens, Dirk Bosbach, Karine Ferrand
Long-term dissolution experiments on two nuclear waste glasses indicate a diffusion-controlled dissolution mechanism including the formation of a porous surface altered layer and secondary phases without a resumption to higher rates.
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Carbonate weakens the interactions between potassium and calcareous soil

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35275-35285
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05988C, Paper
Open Access
Wei Du, Shifeng Wang, Yizhe Yang, Chenyang Xu, Feinan Hu, Wuquan Ding, Jialong Lv
Adsorption energies of K+ in carbonate-removed (CREM) and carbonate-reserved (CRES) calcareous soil.
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An exceptional water stable terbium-based metal–organic framework for selective detection of pesticides

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35220-35226
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06622G, Paper
Open Access
Ching-Ping Liu, Ting-En Lin, Jung-Chang Chiang, Bo-Jhen Chen, Po-Hsiu Chien, Su-Ying Chien, Gene-Hsiang Lee, Yen-Hsiang Liu, Kuang-Lieh Lu
The terbium-based metal–organic frameworks (Tb-MOFs) were synthesized successfully under hydrothermal conditions, which could maintain at least 90% of the emission intensity after storage in water for several months.
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Enhancing skin delivery of tranexamic acid via esterification: synthesis and evaluation of alkyl ester derivatives

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,34996-35004
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06266C, Paper
Open Access
Yutong Zeng, Mengrui Ma, Yongfeng Chen, Huichao Xie, Pingtian Ding, Keda Zhang
An alkyl esterification prodrug strategy enhances skin penetration and deposition of tranexamic acid.
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In vitro bioactivity, mechanical, and cell interaction of sodium chloride-added calcium sulfate–hydroxyapatite composite bone cements

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35460-35474
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06034B, Paper
Open Access
Pharatree Jaita, Chamnan Randorn, Anucha Watcharapasorn, Parkpoom Jarupoom
In this research, sodium chloride-added calcium sulfate–hydroxyapatite composite bone cements (0.70CaS–0.30HAP)/xNaCl were studied.
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DFT investigation of the mechanism and role of N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) in constructing asymmetric organosilanes using NHC-catalyzed [4+2] cycloaddition reaction

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35475-35489
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA03676J, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Batoul Alipour
The mechanism and origin of stereoselectivity for the synthesis of asymmetric organosilanes using NHC are theoretically investigated.
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Comparing diverse extraction methodologies to infer the performance of 1,8-cineole extraction from Eucalyptus cinerea: process optimization, kinetics, and interaction mechanisms

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35529-35552
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06050D, Paper
Open Access
Divya Baskaran, Madhumitha Sathiamoorthy, Ramasamy Govindarasu, Hun-Soo Byun
Different extraction techniques were used to extract 1,8-cineole from Eucalyptus cinerea leaves, and their performance efficiency was evaluated through optimization and kinetic studies.
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Advanced oxidative degradation of monoethanolamine in water using ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,33223-33232
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05590J, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Atif Khan, Saima Yasin, Hamayoun Mahmood, Shabana Afzal, Tanveer Iqbal
Development of an eco-friendly and commercially feasible method for monoethanolamine (MEA) degradation in aqueous phase using ultraviolet/hydrogen peroxide (UV/H2O2) advanced oxidation process (AOP).
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Correction: Improved isoprene detection performance of Si-doped WO3 films deposited by sputtering and post-annealing

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35559-35559
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA90131B, Correction
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Pin-Kuan Lin, Yi Qin, Xiaoding Qi, Liji Huang
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Harnessing the UiO-67 metal–organic framework for advanced detection of cadmium ions in water bodies

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35618-35627
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06811D, Paper
Open Access
Bhuvaneswari Selvaraj, Lakshmi Priya G., Selva Balasubramanian
Heavy metal ions are hazardous pollutants that pose serious threats to ecosystems and human health, making it imperative to detect and monitor their presence in water for environmental protection.
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A dual-response fluorescence sensor for SO2 derivatives and polarity and its application in real water and food samples

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35638-35643
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04805A, Paper
Open Access
Jianfeng Wang, Ruiji Li, Tao Ou, Yamin Fu, Chang Gao, Yehao Yan
A dual-response fluorescent probe for SO2 derivatives and polarity and their application in real samples.
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Syntheses of optically active monapterin, 7,8-dihydromonapterin, and 5,6,7,8-tetrahydromonapterin from L-xylose

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35644-35649
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07179D, Paper
Open Access
Arun K. Ghosh, Ashish Sharma, Satish Nagam, Clay Fuqua
Monapterin, 7,8-dihydromonapterin, and 5,6,7,8-tetrahydromonapterin are synthesized in optically active forms using L-xylose as the starting material.
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Reversible Zn and Mn deposition in NiFeMn-LDH cathodes for aqueous Zn–Mn batteries

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35704-35714
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06616B, Paper
Open Access
Yuan Ge, Dong Pan, Lin Li, Jiaxin Fan, Wei Liu
NiFeMn-LDH was utilized as a novel cathode material for zinc–manganese batteries. By adjusting the electrolyte ratio, it was discovered that a molar ratio of zinc to manganese of 4 : 1 can achieve a balance between capacity and stability.
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Synthesis and characterization of carbonyl functionalized organotellurium(IV) derivatives

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35650-35656
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06023G, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Puspendra Singh, Mariya Khan, Andrew Duthie, Ray J. Butcher
Aryltellurium trichlorides, ArTeCl3 (Ar = C6H5, Ph; 4-Me-C6H4, p-Tol; 1-C10H7, 1-Nap; 2,4,6-Me3C6H2, Mes) react under mild conditions with acetylacetone/benzoylacetone to give carbonyl functionalized organotellurium(IV) derivatives.
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Piezoresistivity and strain-sensing behaviour of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/multiwalled carbon nanotube nanocomposites

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35715-35726
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04826A, Paper
Open Access
Kedar Nath Dhakal, Ralf Lach, Wolfgang Grellmann, Beate Krause, Jürgen Pionteck, Rameshwar Adhikari
The interconnectedness of the exfoliated multi-walled carbon nanotubes well dispersed in the PBAT matrix (TEM image; left) leads to strain-sensing properties at lower strains as illustrated by the variation of ΔR/R0 as a function of mechanical strain with time (right).
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Synthesis and in vitro assessment of gold nanoparticles conjugated with extracts, sterols and pure compounds derived from marine sponges from the Indian and Pacific Oceans

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36115-36131
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04068F, Paper
Open Access
Avin Ramanjooloo, Devesh Bekah, Samson A. Adeyemi, Philemon Ubanako, Lindokuhle Ngema, Yahya E. Choonara, David E. Williams, Elena A. Polishchuk, Raymond J. Andersen, Archana Bhaw-Luximon
The synthesis of gold nanoparticles using extracts, sterols and pure compounds from marine sponges.
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Characterization and quantification of the phytochemical constituents and anti-inflammatory properties of Lindera aggregata

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36101-36114
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05643D, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Song-Song Wen, Yong-Jun Liu, Yu-Lin Liu, Yan Zhao, Xiao-Xi Xu, Chang-Chuan Guo, Chong Niu, Wei-Jian Wang, Yu-Wen Xu, Na Zhang
This study developed a method to analyze the bioactive compounds in Lindera aggregata roots, identifying 80 compounds, with 16 quantified, and found that specific compounds exhibit anti-inflammatory effects.
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Synthesis of Cu/Mn/Ce polymetallic oxide catalysts and catalytic ozone treatment of wastewater

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35993-36004
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06052K, Paper
Open Access
Jinlong Zhong, Xue feng Mao, Guanyu Wang, Heng Li, Junfang Li, Sijian Qu, Jianwei Zhao
Non-homogeneous ozone-catalyzed oxidation technology is one of the effective ways of treating wastewater, the core of which lies in the development of efficient ozone oxidation catalysts.
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Synthesis of new-type, cost-effective and insensitive energetic materials via nitration of solid bituminous hydrocarbons

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35971-35979
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06329E, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Sahar Abdolahi, Mohammad Soleiman-Beigi
A global trend for the development of energetic materials using various sources is promoted by researchers annually.
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From e-waste to eco-sensors: synthesis of reduced graphene oxide/ZnO from discarded batteries for a rapid electrochemical bisphenol A sensor

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36073-36083
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04046E, Paper
Open Access
Md Humayun Kabir, Md Yeasin Pabel, Nishat Tasnim Bristy, Md. Abdus Salam, Muhammad Shahriar Bashar, Sabina Yasmin
E-waste-derived reduced graphene oxide/ZnO forfast electrochemical detection of bisphenol A (BPA).
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Stability and magnetic properties of transition metal (V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) doped cobalt oxide clusters: a density functional theory investigation

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36031-36039
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05482B, Paper
Open Access
Nguyen Thi Mai, Tran Dang Thanh, Do Hung Manh, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh, Ngo Thi Lan, Phung Thi Thu, Nguyen Thanh Tung
Con−1TMOn−2+ (n = 6–8), (TM = V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) clusters are investigated using density functional theory calculations.
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Effect of magnetic field on the rate performance of a Fe2O3/LiFePO4 composite cathode for Li-ion batteries

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36005-36015
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06707J, Paper
Open Access
Emmanuel Iheonu Nduka, Nazgul Assan, Mukagali Yegamkulov, Aliya Mukanova, Zhumabay Bakenov
Application of magnetic field upon drying of LiFePO4 cathode enhances its electrochemical performance. It is further enhanced with Fe2O3 nanoparticle additives, thereby reducing polarization and improving conductivity and lithium-ion diffusion.
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A safe and efficient synthesis of N-Boc-β3-amino acid methyl esters from α-amino acids: applications in the formal synthesis of sedum alkaloids

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36016-36021
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07506D, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Bohua Long, Lijie Ren, Mengmeng Jiang, Shengquan Hu, Qianqian Jiang, Limin Li, Xuanluan Chen, Zhengzhi Wu
β3-Amino acids are essential components in the synthesis of biologically active compounds.
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Polyether-based polyurethane electrolyte for lithium metal battery: a perspective

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36152-36160
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06863G, Review Article
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Peng Cui, Yifan Li, YuXing Liu, Siqi Wang, Xingyu Tang, Yihong Ye, Hance Su, Chun Sun
Mechanism of increasing ionic conductivity of polyether-based polyurethane electrolyte.
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Chitosan supported ionic liquid, a multifaceted catalyst for streamlined and efficient synthesis of carboxylic, amino acid and carbohydrate esters

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36193-36208
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05725B, Paper
Open Access
Praachi Kakati, Satish Kumar Awasthi
Development of a solid heterogeneous catalyst in the form of an ionic liquid incorporated in chitosan which shows high recyclability. This was used in a solvent free esterification reaction of carboxylic acids, amino acids and carbohydrates.
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Exploring heterocyclic scaffolds in carbonic anhydrase inhibition: a decade of structural and therapeutic insights

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35769-35970
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06290F, Review Article
Open Access
Nafeesa Naeem, Amina Sadiq, Gehan Ahmed Othman, Habab M. Yassin, Ehsan Ullah Mughal
Heterocyclic compounds represent a prominent class of molecules with diverse pharmacological activities.
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In silico molecular docking and ADMET prediction of biogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles: characterization, and in vitro antimicrobial and photocatalytic activity

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36209-36225
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06890D, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Hajara Akhter, Susmita Sarker Ritu, Shahariar Siddique, Fariha Chowdhury, Rehnuma Tasmiyah Chowdhury, Samina Akhter, Mahmuda Hakim
A facile green route to synthesize zinc oxide nanoparticles using watermelon rind extract with antimicrobial and photocatalytic potential.
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Facile fabrication of g-C3N4/Bi2S3 coated melamine foam for oil/water separation applications

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36132-36141
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07030E, Paper
Open Access
Swathi A. C., Maneesh Chandran
Oil/water separation using g-C3N4/Bi2S3 foam.
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Applications and interventions of polymers and nanomaterials in alveolar bone regeneration and tooth dentistry

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36226-36245
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06092J, Review Article
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Prashish Sharma, Sushmita Saurav, Zeba Tabassum, Bhawana Sood, Anil Kumar, Tabarak Malik, Anand Mohan, Madhuri Girdhar
Inflammatory diseases exert a significant influence on the periodontium, serving as a primary contributor to the development of periodontitis and alveolar bone loss.
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10 Amarnath pilgrims injured after jumping out from moving bus in J&K’s Ramban

The incident happened when the passengers who wanted to get down were informed of the failure of the brakes.




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The Meghalaya Public Service Commission is under the scanner after Assam and Arunachal Pradesh

A students’ body has asked the panel to justify the ‘missing candidates’ who should have been called for the police service interview according to the prescribed number per post




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Two arrested in M.P. for allegedly forcing Dalit man to drink urine; counter FIR against him for alleged extortion

Police said that an investigation had been launched but claimed that no evidence to support the victim’s claims has been found so far




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After raping and murdering doctor, accused went to sleep, washed his clothes: Kolkata Police

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vowed to seek death penalty for the perpetrator in the Kolkata doctor rape and murder case




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Congress flays Rajasthan Government over lack of clarity on Minister’s resignation during heavy rains

The BJP Government in Rajasthan is yet to take a decision on Disaster Relief Minister Kirodi Lal Meena’s resignation




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Outrage after minor girl’s gang rape in Assam

Some locals found her lying semi-conscious by the roadside on her way back home from tuition classes




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Farmers to hold maha panchayat on September 15 and 22, ask center to open borders to Delhi




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Tension in U.P.’s Muzaffarnagar after Muslim man buys house in Hindu-majority neighbourhood

Right-wing outfits allegedly warning that under no circumstances will Muslim families be allowed to settle in the predominantly Hindu locality




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1998 murder case of ex-Bihar Minister: Supreme Court sentences two persons to life imprisonment

A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Sanjay Kumar and R. Mahadevan partially set aside the Patna High Court verdict acquitting all the accused and asked convicts Mantu Tiwari and ex-MLA Shukla to surrender within 15 days




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Naga tribes body issues deadline to Nagaland government for feedback on autonomous territory

The Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation wants the creation of Frontier Nagaland Territory comprising six districts of the northeastern State bordering Myanmar




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NSCN (I-M) seeks third-party intervention to break talks deadlock

Accusing the Centre of betraying the Framework Agreement of 2015, the Naga extremist group led by Thuingaleng Muivah threatened to return to violent ways




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Staff computer changes

Here are the tentative plans for big changes to all our staff computers as of the Middle Managers meeting on 11/6/08.

Breathe deeply…

Office 2007
* Send a Grover if you would like to have Office2007 pushed to your computer. It will not be sent unless you ask.
* Systems will soon push an Office2007 compatibility tool to all staff. This will enable folks to share documents successfully between Office2003 and Office2007 users.

Active Directory (AD) for staff
The Systems staff will be experimenting on themselves in early Nov, switching to campus Active Directory. They will measure how smoothly the process works, how long it takes to switch a user, and any problems they may encounter. Assuming their experiments are successful, the following is expected to happen:
* Dec. 1 (week) – Systems staff will switch each of our staff computers from the Smatherslib domain to the Campus AD domain.
* After a computer has had its domain switched, we will have a temporary 2-step process for logging in and accessing our email. First, we will log onto the computer with Gatorlink. Then, to open Outlook email, we will log in with our Smatherslib account.
* Dec. 5 (beginning) – Systems staff will visit our staff computers again to migrate our email to the Campus Exchange server. We will have to be present to log in during this activity. We hope to create a dept schedule: Systems will tell us when (days, hours) they plan to be in MSL, and we will coordinate times when each of is is at our computers and interruptible.

Prior to Dec 1-5:

* If you have messages in your Inbox or Sent box or Drafts box that are more than a year old, you will have to move those items into another folder prior to your planned visit from Systems to convert your email.
* Systems hopes to hold one or more training sessions for the new email, probably in 1A, before Thanksgiving. They may also post some step-by-step instructions on the Systems blog at http://blogs.uflib.ufl.edu/systems/.
Other details about Campus Exchange available at:
http://www.mail.ufl.edu/emailquestions.shtml
http://www.mail.ufl.edu/questionsandanswers.shtml
http://www.mail.ufl.edu/managemail.shtml

Fallout
* All permissions to access folders will be broken during the transition. We’re not sure of the impact on group emails such as Sciref and MSLcarrels, or on permission to upload web pages to the server. We may find ourselves sending a Grover each time we can’t open a folder and Systems will reassign permissions case-by-case, probably fairly quickly.

If Systems discovers they can't switch us successfully by mid-Dec, the whole process will be rescheduled for January or so. Stay tuned.




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E-mail and computer woes

Need to send a Grover? Login as:
ufadgatorlinkname

Looking for group lists? They're being added to the new Global Address list. Type:
lib-conf ... for meeting rooms
lib-dl ... for some group lists (discussion lists?)
Look all up and down LIB... and maybe you'll find what you need.