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A fierce drought has been scorching crops this summer, but it's still too soon to know exactly how much of a hole it will burn in your wallet. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has just released its latest forecast for retail food prices. Although beef and poultry prices are expected to rise as much as 4.5 percent this year, the USDA left its earlier forecast for overall food inflation about where it was at 2.5 percent to 3.5 percent for this year. That could change if the drought continues, USDA economist Richard Volpe said Wednesday. When it comes to rain, "it's a moving target; it's changing every day," he said. "Until we get that first heavy rain, we're not going to know for sure" just where prices will end up in 2012. But it's clear the general direction is up especially for meat. And 2013 will see even more food price inflation as the drought impact works its way through the pricing pipeline, he said. The USDA report concluded that "the severe drought in the Midwest is expected to affect prices for corn and soybeans as well as other field crops which should, in turn, impact retail food prices." The Outlook For Next Year But the lag between when a crop is in a field and when a food product gets to the store shelf is considerable. That long process likely will shift much of the drought-related price inflation into next year. "The transmission of commodity price changes into retail prices typically takes several months to occur, and most of the impact of the drought is expected to be realized in 2013," the USDA report said. A good example of that lag can be found at your meat counter today. The high prices you see there reflect the impact of last summer's vicious drought in Texas. With the ground burnt dry last year, the cost of keeping cattle fed in Texas shot up. The conditions sent beef prices soaring, up 10.2 percent for 2011. The impact is carrying over into 2012. The USDA says beef and veal prices will rise as much 4.5 percent this year and 5 percent next year. That's because last summer's conditions forced Texas ranchers to slaughter an unusually large number of livestock last fall. A "historically low inventory" of cattle and hogs is driving up meat prices, Volpe said. That dynamic will continue into next year. "We expect a continued sell-off of cattle" because this year's drought is going to continue to push up feed prices. "To avoid those feed costs, any cattle considered 'market-ready' is going to be slaughtered," he said. As corn and soybeans wither in the parched soil of the Midwestern Corn Belt, crop prices are rising in commodity markets. The price of a bushel of corn, for example, shot to a record of more than $8 a bushel recently, up more than 50 percent in about a month. Some experts say it could push to $9. Each July, USDA economists look out across crop conditions to construct forecasts for food prices over the next 12 to 18 months. Last year, food prices rose for Americans by about 3.7 percent, a sharp increase from 2010 when prices rose less than 1 percent. Heading into this year, most forecasters had been expecting the rate of food inflation to slow, rising only perhaps 2.5 percent for 2012. Volpe said that figure is still possible, but the more likely outcome now will be a somewhat higher figure more like 3 percent or so. Feeling The Pinch At The Register Food experts say Americans, whose wages have been growing only slightly, will surely feel a hard pinch at the grocery cash register, but a much bigger problem looms overseas, where basic food prices could spike far higher. That's the scenario that played out in 2008 when crop prices began rising sharply, along with more expensive oil. While Americans experienced unwelcome increases in retail prices, people in many poor countries got hit with huge spikes that led to riots that year. In 2009 and 2010, the global recession cooled food and fuel price pressures, but then in 2011, inflation began rising sharply again, especially for rice, cereals, cooking oil and sugar. Those hikes triggered political unrest in Tunisia, Yemen, Egypt and other countries. Higher global food prices generally reflect the law of supply and demand. Because of tough weather conditions in the United States and elsewhere, global grain stocks are very low this year. The Global Impact At the same time, demand for food keeps rising. As people get wealthier in fast-developing countries like China and India, they can afford to eat more and better foods. Other factors are at play. too, including food-trade policies and financial speculation in commodities markets. A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations named another problem: "Higher oil prices are a fundamental factor behind the higher agricultural commodity price projections, affecting not only oil-related costs of production but also increasing the demand for biofuels and the agricultural feedstocks used in their production." Economists hate to see any inflationary jolts coming at a time when the global economy is in a fragile condition. In the United States, for example, food price hikes would leave consumers with less to spend on clothes, cars or other goods. Still, the drought's impact in this country has been relatively muted because the price Americans pay at the store is determined by many factors beyond the cost of raw foods. When a shopper picks up, say, a box of corn flakes, the corn itself accounts for just a few pennies of the sticker price. Most of the retail price reflects nonfood factors, such as the colorful packaging and marketing, as well as the store's air conditioning and decor. It's different in less prosperous regions of the world. Many shoppers in poor countries pick up a simple sack of cereal at an open market. There's no elaborate packaging for the food or light fixtures for the store. The price paid by the customer tracks closely with the cost of the crops. So a spike in commodity prices can translate much more directly into a jump in the retail price.

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Tinker And Isaiah – Steve Caporizzo’s Pet Connection If you missed “Pet Connection” today on the ” Sean and Richie Show”, here is another chance for you to take a look at a couple of great pets up for adoption. Let’s take a look at the pets featured today. Pet Connection is proudly sponsored on WGNA by the Shaker Veterinary Hospital. Tune in every Thursday at 7:50am to hear the stories of two incredible (and adoptable!) pets. Tinker is an 8 month old domestic shorthaired…she’s been spayed. She has tiger markings with lots of white on her face. She was one of the many strays who were rescued and surrendered for adoption. She is a talker and will meow at you for attention. Tinker likes to play with toys and is often seen tossing the toys around her cage. She loves attention and will let you know that she want to be petted. Isaiah is a 2 year old Australian Shepherd Mix. He has long hair and looks like a big puff-ball. He has the most amazing blue eyes. He came to us as a stray that was picked up by animal control. Isaiah is a very friendly, happy dog that gets along with everyone here. He would love someone to brush him daily and take him for long walks. Are you that person? If you are interested in either of these great pats please contact the Montgomery County SPCA in Amsterdam at 842-8050.

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A string of presidents and congresses have shown their compassion for America's aged (and, incidentally, for their own incumbency) by creating an actuarially unfunded debt of $6 trillion, give or take a trillion. 5bn include funded and unfunded debt with the funded portion, made up of both conventional and Islamic facilities, being about $2. 7837,380 million and unfunded debt has touched the figure of 1797338 million to the end of last financial year 2011-12. comprising National Savings Schemes, or NSS, till July 2009, went up by Rs274. During this one year period, the unfunded debt comprising national savings schemes (NSS) till July 2009 went up by Rs274. Moreover, the long-term unfunded debt of Medicare and Social Security totals over $50 Trillion. District Superintendent Roy Romer said he recognizes Lansing's efforts, but has been working to address unfunded debt Bill Balhoff, partner of Postlethwaite & Netterville in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, says, "The longer you spend not dealing with retirement, the more your unfunded debt

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Amaterasu Glen Mills, Pennsylvania Amaterasu is a project of Elijah smith, turned full band project with Con shea. We hope to upload plenty of collaborative material as well as general band material and perhaps some live recordings later on. I digress, my material will continue to go in the same direction as it has been and so shall con's but we will combine our material for maximum sexual pleasure of the listeners. Streaming and Download help

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Vauxhall Astra GTC Coupe (2011 - ) review Read the Vauxhall Astra GTC coupe (2011 - ) car review by Auto Trader's motoring experts, covering price, specification, running costs, practicality, safety and how it drives. Interested in buying Vauxhall Astra GTC? The Astra GTC is no tarted-up hatchback – Vauxhall has only carried the door handles and aerial across from the more conventional hatchback and Sports Tourer estate. The headlights are smaller than those fitted to other Astras – Vauxhall refers to them as ‘eagle-eyes’ – and a chrome strip runs across the grille, which is lower than the standard car. The rear is no less pretty with a high shoulder line and long lights evoking memories of the stunning Alfa Romeo Brera. Perhaps the most striking element is the line which runs from the rear, along the sides and around the door handles. Winglets at the side of the rear wing help make the Astra GTC one of the most aerodynamic cars in its class. Much of the cabin has been borrowed from the standard Astra, and while that means it’s logical, practical and well laid-out, it lacks the design flair of the exterior. Chrome-edged dials are clear and add a sporty edge, and the red illumination is attractive at night. When the Sport mode is activated in the optional FlexRide suspension package, the white instrumentation glows a racy red. Sports seats are fitted as standard to the range-topping SRi models, but the standard seats still look the part and offer plenty of support. Despite its rakish looks, the Astra GTC is actually very spacious, with more headroom than the coupe-like roofline would suggest. Space up front is on par with the Astra hatchback, and room in the rear is adequate for two adults, although a third may complain on longer journeys. The boot measures 380 litres, which is around 90 litres larger than the Volkswagen Scirocco and 36 more than the Renault Megane Coupe. The boot is deep, although a high sill means luggage needs to be lifted a long way before it can be loaded. Storage space around the cabin is good, and has been improved by 50 per cent over the old Astra Sport Hatch. Ride and handling Vauxhall is keen to distance the GTC from other Astras in the range, and Vauxhall has developed a great deal of bespoke chassis equipment for it as well as optimising it for British roads. Advanced ‘HiPer Strut’ front suspension units have been borrowed from the Vauxhall Insignia VXR to improve grip and steering feel and the rear suspension has been tweaked and softened for improved ride and handling. The upshot of these changes means the GTC is a very different beast. There’s lots of grip through the bends and the ride is smoother than the performance-orientated setup would suggest. However, on cars shod with anything larger than the standard 18-inch alloys, the ride becomes crashy over broken tarmac. Cars fitted with FlexRide adaptive damping firms or softens the ride, but the standard setup is best for most scenarios. A range of engines already used in the Astra are available in the GTC. A 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol unit is available, producing 120- or 140bhp with 0-62mph times of 9- and 10.2 seconds respectively. Having sampled this engine in other Astras, it lacks the urge of other small turbocharged engines, and needs to be worked hard to get the best from it. Those seeking a faster pace can choose an 180bhp, 1.6-litre turbo which is the most powerful engine in its class. The revvy engine can reach 62mph from rest in 7.8 seconds and achieve a 137mph maximum. Diesel engines will prove very popular – a pair of 1.7-litre engines produce 110- or 130bhp with 0-62mph times of 10- or 11 seconds. Although they perform well, they’re not exceptionally refined. Far better is the 2-litre diesel, which produces 165bhp for a 0-62mph time of 8.4 seconds, although it rattles when worked hard. There's also a hot 276bhp VXR model, which is seriously rapid. The Vauxhall Astra GTC starts at slightly more than the entry-level Renault Megane Coupe, and slightly less than the Volkswagen Scirocco, but on the used market, it’s likely the VW will retain more of its original value. The most tax friendly version is the diesel-engined model, when fitted with a start/stop system, which will average the best part of 60mpg. The 1.4 petrols emit 139g/km while the 1.6 turbo is rated at 168g/km. The current Astra hasn’t been affected with any common faults yet, and the general quality of Vauxhall’s range is pretty good. Our test cars were affected by a couple of annoying rattles from the dashboard. The Astra hatchback was praised for its safety in the Euro NCAP crash test programme, so the GTC should perform equally well. Standard equipment includes six airbags, electronic stability programme, whiplash-reducing headrests, pedal release system and hill start assistance. Just two versions of the GTC are available: Sport and SRi. Sport models feature daytime running lights, 18-inch alloys, air-con, digital radio, electric windows and cruise control. SRi models add front sports seats, automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, a trip computer, front centre armrest and tinted rear windows. The Astra GTC is the best-looking Vauxhall currently on sale, and it’s the best handling to date. Low running costs for the diesels and attractive BIK rates for company car drivers makes it an appealing and affordable choice.

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1Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine tofu, cheese, chiles and taco sauce; mash and mix until well combined. Spoon mixture evenly onto tortillas; roll up. Place seam side down in sprayed baking dish. Top with enchilada sauce. 2Bake at 425°F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned. Sprinkle with olives.

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Recon: me alive, it will never be possible to download all our maps and screens in one clic. Can you imagine the work and time it represents to upload, sort, verify, make screens of each map? And you seriously would want to be able to DL everything in one clic ? Me alive, never !! And why I can't upload scrrenshots in spectator mod with bars, but I can upload in-game screenshots with HUD, arms, weapons and all that? I find the last ones more distractive then two small transparent bars. Also I have problems with uploading maps. The process may just go to infinity. To avoid it I must open just 17b in my browser, select a map and whait, not doing anything. Sometimes to finally upload a map I need to repack rar to zip or vice versa. Guys, I wanted to upload two cool maps, that are here for CSS and CSGO but somehow not for CS 1.6, despite the fact that they were created first to CS 1.6. But they are too heavy, I can't upload them. If someone could do the upload it would be grat. I've already prepared all screenshots and info. PM me, I'll give you a link.

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Deok-In (Kim Jung-Eun) is a former detective. She quit her job as a detective and opened a small restaurant in front of a school. The school is where her only son attended before he died. While running her restaurant, she tries to keep the memories of her son alive and she also tries to protect the neighborhood children from danger. Deok-In also tries to forgive those responsible for her son's death.

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Eggs: Incredible or Inedible?July 28, 2017 No Place Like HomeAugust 2, 2017 Can microwaves make recipes even better, both for taste and nutrients, you are about to find out. Over the years, I have seen so much conversation about the harmful effects of radiation – and how your appliances might be at fault. Is your microwave as dangerous as it has been made out to be? Let’s get into the science of it all, and whether or not you have anything to worry about. What is radiation? So many people are worried about the effects of radiation, but what is it exactly? Radiation is a particle that moves in a wave-like pattern. That particle moving is known as a quanta, which is a tiny unit, and the wave which it follows can be low-amplitude or high-amplitude. Amplitude is the energy of the wave itself. There is also the question of the wavelength, which is how long and far the quanta travels from peak to peak. The wavelength will determine how the amplitude will interact with things around it. There are two main categories of radiation, which can be found of what is known as the electromagnetic spectrum: - Ionizing Radiation - Non-ionizing Radiation Basically, this is the kind of radiation that can create ions. An ion is a chemical change, so let’s think about it like this: imagine an atom, with a little cloud of electrons surround it. A short wavelength has the opportunity to come in, and can ping one of the electrons out of this cloud – this effectively changes the chemical makeup of the atom. What does this matter? Well, it’s a big deal for our DNA. Ionizing effects can: - Cause cells to mutate - Cause cancer to form Bottom Line: When radiation has an ionizing effect on atoms, it can cause big problems for us and our health. There is no doubt about that. When a wavelength approaching our little atom, with its cloud of electrons, is longer, it is unable to penetrate and change the atom – this is known as non-ionizing radiation. While you might be able to change the physical appearance of them, like in a scrambled egg, you cannot “unscramble” them. The molecules have changed physically, but they have not changed chemically. Bottom Line: Before and after cooking, all of the chemicals remain the same – without any change whatsoever. This is the key difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Radiation Types: Non-Ionizing Some of the weakest types of non-ionizing radiation that we might be able to find are: - The earth – the earth puts out its own super long electromagnetic fields. - Power lines – another example of long waves. - Radio waves – long wavelengths allow them to go across mountains and all over. - TV and cell waves – the same ideas as radio. As we get shorter and shorter with our wavelengths, we can also see non-ionizing radiation in: - Microwaves – the kinds used in cooking. - Microwaves – the kinds used in satellites. There is also an even shorter form for wavelengths, which is what we know as infrared heat. The prime examples of this form of heat are: - Body-to-body contact Bottom Line: These are all versions of radiation in our lives. Whether you are cooking something on the stove, or simply sleeping next to someone, you are benefitting from radiation! Radiation Types: Ionizing When we get shorter and shorter wavelengths, we start getting into a range of visible light. Visible light is still non-ionizing radiation, but once we get to the point of the light being ultraviolet we are now dealing with ionizing radiation. Key Insight: Ionizing radiation starts with ultraviolet light. Anything before that is non-ionizing and does not cause a chemical change. Other examples of ionizing radiation we might find are: - UV Light – which can cause sunburns, and potentially skin cancer - Gamma rays - Cosmic rays These wavelengths are so short, and so intense, that they induce chemical changes. They can ionize food, and they can alter the chemistry of things. It is more about altering the chemistry of living things, which is how these ionizing radiations can form mutations and ultimately cause cancer. Bottom Line: The mutations that we can see from ionizing radiation are not the type that can grant us superpowers like in fictional comics. They are very real, and they are very dangerous to our health. The Trouble with Microwaves: Confusion Do microwaves “nuke” food? The term “nuking food” is something that we come across a lot, especially when we talk about microwaves and how they prepare food. The term “nuke” implies nuclear energy, and nuclear energy relies on gamma rays (which are ionizing), in order to heat things. That is dangerous, but it is far away from what microwaves do to our food. Bottom Line: Microwaves use radiation, but they use it in a milder format than your average stovetop. They do not emit radiation, either. They also only change food proteins in the same way that any form of cooking might. Do microwaves destroy nutrients? When we witness this sort of chemical change, we might assume that the food is being compromised in some way, shape, or form – is this the case, though? Compared to heating on a stove top, microwaved foods have been shown (1) to have higher levels of: - B6 Folate - Vitamin C Microwaves and Minerals Minerals do not change when you are cooking, and that’s because they are chemical elements. You cannot possibly change them without taking something away. After all, we have covered with non-ionizing radiation, you know that this sort of chemical change just is not possible when it comes to the minerals in our food – it would take ionizing radiation to have that sort of effect. What does affect nutrient loss? Nutrient loss can occur in one of two ways: - Cooking time – how long you cook for can cause nutrient loss over time (2). - The use of water – if you use more water when you are cooking, and you do not use that water, it will take away nutrients from what you are cooking. My favorite trick is to save boiled water and to use it in smoothies later, as it will help preserve the nutrients you might have otherwise lost. There was a very interesting study done with broccoli, which used a whole bunch of different cooking methods to assess the nutritional value of each (3). These results were very interesting to see, and speak very well for the use of the microwave in preserving things like: - Vitamin C When you are looking at these fascinating charts, here were the cooking methods: Bottom Line: Based on the broccoli study, the microwave option preserved more nutrients than it lost. So, it would seem that your microwave is more help than you might have thought – with radiation that poses no risk to your health. Favourite Recipe: Magic Kale Chips This is one of my favorite recipes. I love it as a quick snack, and it can be the perfect thing to bring along for a hike, or just for a simple night in. First, you will need: - A glass plate - Kale (as much as you like, as long as the stems are cut and it is totally dry) - Avocado oil (in a spray form) - Powdered sea salt - Lay the kale, in one layer, on the glass plate. - Finely mist it with the avocado oil. - Sprinkle the powdered sea salt on top. - Microwave it for two minutes. - Take it out, flip it over, and microwave; two more minutes. Depending on how much kale you want, you might need to consider more than just one plate – three or four (roughly two heads of kale) typically does the trick when we are having friends over. The Big Picture: Microwaves Microwaves are a really safe way to cook food, and they are not the type of radiation that you should be concerned about – they are also great for making this recipe for crispy kale chips! Best of all, cooking in your microwave may raise nutrients. People who are concerned about microwaves do have a very real concern with ionizing radiation, but you need to know that this kind of radiation cannot be found in your microwave at home – it’s in UV, gamma, and cosmic rays. Change What You Know, Change Your Life Now that you have learned a little bit more about microwaves, and how they are perfectly safe in your home, how about you focus on other aspects of your health? The Thyroid Quiz (4) is a great place to start. Get to know more about your body, and start making the right choices for your health today. After that, enjoy some freshly microwaved kale chips and celebrate learning more about your body. Dr. Alan Glen Christianson (Dr. C) is a Naturopathic Endocrinologist and the author of The NY Times bestselling Adrenal Reset Diet. Dr. C’s gift for figuring out what really works has helped hundreds of thousands of people reverse thyroid disease, lose weight, cure diabetes, and regain energy. Learn more about the surprising story that started his quest.

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Gallego is the official language of the region of Galicia in Spain, and is spoken by about 4 million people. Gallego traces its roots back to the Celtic tribes that settled in the northern part of the Iberian Peninsula in the 3rd century BC. The province of Galicia was formed when the Romans conquered the area around 137 BC. Roman soldiers infused their colloquialisms into the language, and later Germanic intruders also had an influence on what would eventually evolve into what is known as the Galician-Portuguese language (or Medieval Galician). Modern Galician and modern Portuguese are descended from this single Latin-derived language. Gallego is considered very similar to Portuguese, with people from Galicia and northern Portugal being able to understand about 85% between each other. As usual, thanks for reading. Please visit International Lodging Corporation at our home page.

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Maternity Clothes: I am full on with the maternity pants and jeans. I don’t need any maternity shirts yet and am able to still wear a lot of my pre-pregnancy shirts and some of Chicken’s shirts. I still haven’t bought any new bras, but it’s on the list… Sleep? Much tossing and turning. Hip pain is now added on to the calf pain. I got up in the middle of the night a couple of times this week and did stretches on the floor before returning to bed. The fact that my nose is stuffy also makes it hard to sleep. Aches and Pains? My nose is even stuffier–even to the point that there’s been some blood, but I didn’t have a true headache all week. I have a little bit of lower back pain, but not too much. My gums have started to massively bleed when I brush them, so it’s time to make that 2nd trimester dentist appointment. My stomach started to feel very tight and stretched this past week. It is especially bad at night when it feels like it just can’t get any tighter. In the morning, it’s all back to normal. This means I must eat my 2 biggest meals for breakfast and lunch and do all activity before 5pm, because after that it starts getting harder just to walk with this tightness and shortness of breath. Best Moment of the Week? Instead of staying home this past week, Chicken put me in her suitcase and we christened it “Take Your Puffer to Work Week”. It was great to be with her all week long. I missed the furballs at home, but Fab C was doing a great job giving them loads of kitty love. Thanks Fab C! Having our monthly brunch with the New York City-area TTC Bloggers and meeting the new baby. Going to a Rosh Hashanah outdoor tea party hosted by my favorite gay. Getting a free EZ to Nurse Breast feeding Pillow and 5 free child/twin books. Movement: Still feeling the same ticklish movements. Since I know which side each baby is on, I can tell if it’s Shadow Boxer boxing me or Chicklet tickling me. I love it. Food Craving: No cravings, still red meat loading. Food Aversions: None. Morning sickness? None. Gender: It’s either a boy or a girl. Or two of each. Labor Signs: Nope. Belly Button: Looks the same. What I miss: Walking for hours without having to pee. Now, I feel like I have to stop about every 15-20 minutes! Breathing normally. I definitely have the classic shortness of breath when walking. What I’m looking forward to: The O/B appt on September 24th. Another u/s to reassure me the kidlets are still alright. Weekly Wisdom: Trying to drink a gallon of water a day is hard work. Maybe you can do it, but I can’t. Yet. Keep walking, swimming, doing your pre-natal yoga and strengthening exercises. They are so good for you. Milestones: I think I am actually starting to look pregnant this week

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From Barbara Carrellas, sex expert and author of the best-selling book Urban Tantra, comes Ecstasy is Necessary. This is not your average tips-and-techniques sex book; rather it is an exploratory journey of the sexual self and the infinite possibilities of ecstatic expression. In Ecstasy is Necessary, Carrellas teaches readers how to discover, nurture, expand, and embrace their authentic, ever-evolving, sensual, sexual self.Everyone goes through different phases of sexual expression and desire, and there are an infinite number of erotic and ecstatic possibilities available at all points along the way. The insights readers will gain in their journey with Carrellas will help them confidently approach sex and relationships in a way that works for them no matter where they are in their sexual evolution. They will get tools for solving the inevitable challenges that arise. They’ll even receive permission not to have sex at all, if that’s what’s right for them, because it is possible to create ecstatic experiences even when sex itself is not possible, available, or appropriate. Using stories and simple exercises, Carrellas helps readers understand how they are wired for sex and relationships, what their personal warning signs look like, and what they need for optimum care. Plus, they’ll learn how to effectively communicate this information to others so that they can be loved more easily and effectively. As readers discover their authentic sexual selves, they will learn how to create the conditions that allow more and more of their experiences and relationships to be opportunities for—and invitations to—ecstasy.

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There are several surgical procedures for the various types of incontinence. These procedures are reserved for people who have tried conservative treatments without success and are healthy enough to undergo surgery. Procedures for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence When the bladder or urethra has fallen out of place, retropubic suspension is used to attach the tissue next to the bladder or urethra to the pelvis (bringing the bladder or urethra back to the correct position). The procedure is called Marshall-Marchetti when the vaginal tissue is attached to the back of the pubic bone. It is called a Burch procedure when the vaginal tissue is attached to the side of the pelvis. These procedures can also be done laparoscopically, which requires smaller surgical incisions. The doctor attaches a piece of tough, tendon-like material called fascia around the bladder neck to keep urine from leaking out. Two incisions are made—one through the vagina and one through the abdomen. When the urethra has fallen out of position or when the sphincter muscle of the urethra is weak, this procedure is used to place a sling under the urethra. The sling can be made from natural tissue or from man-made material. It acts as a hammock to support the neck of the bladder (where the urethra enters the bladder) and to prevent leaks. Some slings are attached to the pubic bone by stitches, while others are tied in front of the abdomen above the pubic bone. Sling procedures are done through small incisions in the vagina and abdomen. Newer, less invasive suburethral sling procedures include tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) and transobturator tape (TOT). TVT is a mesh that is placed around the middle of the urethra. One small incision is made in the vagina, and two small incisions are made in the abdomen. TOT is a similar procedure that involves one small incision through the vagina under the urethra and one small incision in each thigh. Procedures for Male Urinary Incontinence The doctor places a strip of material under the urethra to provide support and to prevent the urethra from opening spontaneously. The ends of the strip are attached to the pelvic bone The procedure helps men who have persistent severe leakage, often after prostate surgery as a result of nerve damage, or because of weak sphincter muscles. An artificial sphincter is a device that keeps the urethra closed until it is time to urinate. A soft cuff is placed around the urethra to gently squeeze the urethra closed. A small pump is placed in the scrotum, which can be squeezed manually through the skin, transferring fluid from the cuff into a small balloon reservoir in the abdomen. This allows urination to take place as the urine can then flow through the urethra. Sacral Nerve Stimulation This procedure reduces urge incontinence. Surgery is done to place a thin lead wire with a small electrode tip in the lower spine near the sacral nerve. A nerve stimulator continuously sends electronic impulses to the sacral nerve. This electronic stimulation therapy creates a bladder pacemaker, which reduces or eliminates urge incontinence. When the sphincter muscle of the urethra is very weak, a substance called "bulking material" is injected into the tissues around the urethra. This causes the sphincter to become more narrow, and thus resistance to urine leakage increases. Bulking material is either organic collagen (a natural protein found in the body) or a man-made substance composed of small, carbon-coated, zirconium beads. This is a noninvasive surgical procedure that involves an injection. When the bladder is too small to hold the normal amount of urine produced by the kidneys, bladder augmentation can increase the size of the bladder and also its ability to stretch. A portion of the intestines or the stomach is attached to the bladder. General anesthesia is necessary, as a large incision is made in the abdomen. This surgery can also be done laparoscopically . Oftentimes, patients will need to use a catheter after the surgery to drain urine from the body. - Reviewer: EBSCO Medical Review Board Adrienne Carmack, MD - Review Date: 05/2017 - - Update Date: 12/20/2014 -

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Very nice place. It has the best waterpipe in Kalkan. Also they serve quite authentic traditional coffees worth trying. They are showing great hospitality. Besides it has a nice Kalkan view. I strongly advise to visit.

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Sélecteur de langues Autres langues disponibles: aucune Vice-President of the European Commission responsible for Justice, Fundamental Rights and Citizenship Strengthening trust in transatlantic relations: the importance of privacy Washington D.C., 9 July 2010 Ladies and gentlemen, It is a great pleasure to be here today and speak at the opening of the workshop "Bridging the Gap: Transatlantic Homeland Security and Privacy." I feel particularly privileged to address the Atlantic Council – a renowned think tank stimulating dialogue and promoting consensus on major issues facing the Atlantic Alliance and transatlantic relations. Promoting constructive solutions to transatlantic issues has been a constant goal since the early days of my political career as member of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly. As member of the European Parliament (for ten years) and as European Commissioner since 1999, I have continued to reinforce the transatlantic common market with concrete actions. Today I am in Washington for the first time as Vice-President of the European Commission and as EU Justice Commissioner to seek ways to set the foundations for a robust transatlantic partnership in the field of justice. The European Union and the United States enjoy the most successful and integrated partnership in the world. It is robust and successful because it is built upon values such as the rule of law, democracy, freedom, solidarity, economic freedom and stability. And as it is a relationship based on the same values it is destined to be successful and win-win. Ours is also a multi-layered relationship built upon a solid transatlantic market which, despite the current crisis, remains by far the biggest economic area in the world. It generates close to 4 trillion euros in total commercial sales a year and employs up to 14 million workers on both sides of the Atlantic. This level of economic integration, along with our convergence of values, constitutes a strong foundation on which to build our partnership further. A partnership which will be even stronger thanks to the recent constitutional changes in the European Union. The new Lisbon Treaty reinforces the Union’s ability to speak with one voice in a stable institutional setting. We now have a permanent President of the European Council – speaking for 27 Heads of State or Government – a High Representative for external affairs, and following this morning's vote in the European Parliament we will set up a common European diplomatic service in the coming months. We also have a reinforced President of the European Commission representing the common interest of a whole continent. And we have a more assertive European Parliament (with powers comparable to those of the U.S. Congress) that completes the new institutional setting, empowering the European Union authority to conduct business in many different areas from economic governance to building a common area of justice, freedom and security. The new Treaty has also reinforced values and rights in the European Union by giving concrete meaning to the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. This "Bill of Rights" applies to all individuals. This, by the way, also includes US citizens in Europe. In the EU, fundamental rights are guaranteed for every individual, regardless of nationality or place of residence. The new Charter represents the most modern codification of fundamental rights in the world. It is the compass guiding all EU policies and actions. Tomorrow morning, I will deposit a copy of the Charter of Fundamental Rights in the National Archives. This symbolic gesture in the "Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom" will show to the American people that 500 million Europeans share a common history built on common values. With the EU now equipped with stronger institutions, new authorities and a whole new fundamental rights sphere of law, policy makers across the Atlantic can now take a quantum leap and work towards a stronger transatlantic partnership. Let me take today’s topic as a concrete example. The current debate on the issues of data protection and privacy is a real opportunity for policy makers in Europe and in the U.S. to reach an overarching agreement on data protection in order to bridge the existing differences on the application of privacy rights. And the two continents will show the world how they can join in the interests of their citizens while reinforcing security and rights. This morning’s overwhelmingly positive vote in the European Parliament in Strasbourg on the TFTP (Terrorist Financing Tracking Programme) marks a new era of trust between the U.S. and Europe. But the elected representatives of 500 million Europeans also made it clear that the real work has yet to begin. With its vote the European Parliament has given the US an advance in trust, by setting a clear time limit for working on a general agreement on transatlantic data protection. This should be done at the same time as the work on the PNR (Passenger Name Record) agreement continues. The PNR agreement is only applied provisionally; it is still subject to a vote by the European Parliament. These uncertainties need to be resolved; these differences need to be bridged. It is my determination to end this piecemeal approach. That is why, within my first few months in office in Brussels, I worked on a mandate to start negotiations with the US on an umbrella data protection agreement. The aim is clear: to provide legal certainty to data transfers by ensuring that all these transfers are subject to high standards of data protection on both sides of the Atlantic. EU Member States are currently discussing the fine print of the Commission's proposal before negotiations can officially start. This will be done swiftly and I am confident that the green light will be given in the coming months. I am therefore here in Washington for exploratory talks with the US Administration (including my counterparts in the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security as well as the White House). I am joined by Ms. Françoise Le Bail who is the Director General of the newly created EU Justice Department and who will be the EU team's chief negotiator. She has my full confidence to lead these negotiations successfully. Past negotiations on the transfer of passenger data (PNR) or the more recent talks on the transfer of financial transaction data for the purposes of the TFTP have shown how difficult it is to find mutually acceptable standards and practice for the protection of personal data. For years experts have been discussing the usefulness of having an international agreement between the European Union and the U.S. based on high standards for the protection of personal data to prevent and prosecute crime. There were many talks but little political will. This has to change. The EU and the U.S. are both committed to the protection of personal data and privacy, even if our systems for doing so are not identical. Removing protection gaps and discrepancies between the two legal systems and thereby improving legal certainty and reaching a high level of protection for any individual are the goals for this new agreement. It should become the reference agreement for personal data protection standards that apply whenever personal data needs to be transferred across the Atlantic for the purposes of police and judicial cooperation in criminal matters. In addition to providing legal certainty and a high level of protection, such an agreement would also save time and energy in any future negotiation of data transfer agreements because these talks would be based on the umbrella agreement. You might ask yourself why we need to replace bilateral cooperation with EU Member States with a European-wide agreement. It is simply because of the joint obligations under the new Lisbon Treaty, the Charter of Fundamental Rights (which contains a specific article – article 8 – the right to personal data protection), and the constitutional rules of EU Member States. Privacy and personal data protection are not only about the protection of individuals against interference from the state. Beyond the "right to be left alone", well-known in the US, these fundamental rights are intrinsically linked with the core of human dignity and self-determination, notably the right of every individual to decide on the disclosure and use of his or her personal data. The experience of dictatorship and oppression during the 20th century in many European countries may explain why this issue is so important to us. You may also ask – what's in it for the US? What benefits will the future data protection agreement yield for Americans? My aim is to reach a win-win situation for both the EU and the U.S. I want to negotiate a data protection agreement that contains all the necessary high level data protection standards, with obligations for data controllers and rights for data subjects, as well as mechanisms to ensure the application of those standards. This should become a complete self-contained set of rules. The U.S. would feel the benefits immediately since high data protection standards would guarantee legal certainty and facilitate data transfers to and from the U.S. much more easily than is currently possible. I know that the negotiations will not be easy; most of all when we touch upon key issues that are at the core of our respective legal systems. We may well have to involve our legislators to get the deal done. It will be challenging, but necessary if we want to eliminate a thorny obstacle in transatlantic relations. Pressure from our citizens to ensure the protection of their fundamental rights to privacy and personal data (in particular in the context of police and judicial cooperation in criminal matters) is steadily growing and the obligations of the EU Treaty and of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights are there to remind us that the citizens have a point. With the strong approval of the TFTP in the European Parliament in Strasbourg this morning the elected representatives of the EU citizens gave the U.S. an advance in trust. We have to turn this trust into reality. The US has a strong tradition of fighting for civil liberties. We share the goal of protecting citizens’ right to privacy. Now we have to join the American Bill of Rights with the European Charter of Fundamental Rights. Europe and the U.S. have to seize the opportunity of a solid agreement on data protection to bring new dynamism to the transatlantic partnership and agree on a ‘gold’ standard that would set the tone for the rest of the world. I look forward to begin working along these lines with my American friends and counterparts.

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Every year, my family takes a vacation to Panama City Beach, Florida. I have gone every year since I was 2 and therefore, can’t imagine a summer without going. We stay for a week and do your typical family things: eating out, swimming, beach days, blah, blah, blah. Well, for the past three or four years we have been doing something that was new to me and still continues to be exciting. Now, every year my family will rent a boat and we will take it out to Shell Island to go snorkeling for the day. We see dauphins, jellyfish, stingrays, crabs, sea urchins, blowfish, and so much more every time we go. It really changes the way you think about the ocean. There is just something about actually swimming with these incredible creatures and seeing how they thrive in the wild that gives you a new appreciation for it. After snorkeling for several hours, we will take the boat to the island and get off. We walk about a quarter mile to the other side of the island. The island is covered with tall grass that blows in the breeze and is only broken by one trail that leads to the other side. The sand is pure white and so hot you have to practically jog across. It always leads to a fun race between the adults and children. Once to the other side we all just stop running. We stop running, talking, laughing and we just look. I’ve been several years now and I still find the beach mesmerizing. It is almost always empty when we go. Maybe once or twice has there been another small family, but they are usually so far away that they are reduced to just little figures dancing in the sun. The ocean is cool and refreshing after the walk across the island. Its pale green waves welcome us in and seem to call us. The large waves carry us up and down and the curious fish come to see us. We spend the rest of our day here and enjoy having the ocean to ourselves. It almost feels like we have the entire ocean to ourselves. Then we take the boat back and watch as the dauphins chase us. The sun sets and we finish off the day with a movie, singing, dancing, and laughing.

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When I was a little kid, my parents used to hike the Long Trail, which runs from one end of Vermont to the other. One of their favorite hikes was to climb what they called Velvet Ear Mountain, overlooking Velvet Ear Pond. I remember thinking that was such a lovely name. It wasn't until I was in college and my now husband mentioned climbing something called Belvedere Mountain, overlooking Belvedere Pond. I started to get a sinking feeling, and I asked him if that mountain was on the Long Trail. When he said it was, I realized that I had heard my parents wrong, and Velvet Ear Mountain and Velvet Ear Pond existed only in my own mind. But they are as lovely as I imagined they were. To me, this will always be Velvet Ear Pond.

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7 Certified Used Cars Under $25,000 Bankrate.com recently put together a list of the top seven certified pre-owned vehicles you can purchase for under $25,000. The information was gathered through automotive research firm Vincentric, which recently reported its 2013 awards for the best certified pre-owned cars in the US. The list features vehicles including the Mitsubishi Eclipse, Volkswagen Jetta, and Honda Accord Crosstour. Make sure you read my article Are Certified Used Cars Worth the Extra Cost? before deciding to purchase one. |Vehicle||Segment||Avg. Market Price| |Toyota Camry||Midisize Sedan||$18,129| |Volvo V50||Premium Wagon||$19,310| |Honda Accord||Midsize Coupe||$20,807| |Honda Accord Crosstour||Large Sedan||$23,125| |Buick LaCrosse||Premium Large Sedan||$24,378| My Recommendation for Car ShoppersTrueCar No-Haggle, Edmunds Price Promise, and 1-800 Car Show are the quickest way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings. California Residents - Important:There is a new online car buying service called Roadster, available only to California residents, which I highly recommend you try - especially if you hate the stress of haggling with a car salesman. They provide an expert concierge who negotiates the price of the car and delivers it to your home with zero hassle - you never have to interact with a dealership. Here is my in-depth review of Roadster and why I recommend it. - Gregg Fidan - Best Rebates, Incentives, and Lease Deals - Latest Car Buying Scams and Tricks - The Best & Worst Time to Buy a Car - Which Cars You Should Avoid About: Gregg Fidan Gregg Fidan + is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate the best car deals. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject of car buying and taught thousands of car shoppers how to get the best deals. Latest Weekly Car Buying Tips RSS Feed

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An employment tribunal is taking place in Yorkshire on the grounds of unfair dismissal after a teacher was relieved of his duties. John Beardshall has taken legal action against Brinsworth Comprehensive School as he was made redundant while on sick leave due to the stress at work he suffered after the ex-headteacher - Mike Gray - allegedly gave a scathing assessment of one of his art lessons following an impromptu inspection. This occurred in February 2008 and the professional was sacked in May 2009 for reasons he claims to be centred around his involvement in trade union activity, as well as discrimination due to his mental illness sustained after a review of his methods. Mr Beardshall stated that this feedback was "gross victimisation" and represented an "absolute travesty", meaning he is now seeking redress for his dismissal. Recently, professor Bernard King launched an employment tribunal against Abertay University amid claims he was forced to leave his role due to age discrimination. Contact our employment solicitors on 0800 916 9060 or email email@example.com if you would like advice on any employment matter Posted by Cheryl Bennett

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Something like this: Friday, March 02, 2007 Emperor Nobunaga has been a real pain lately. "Read me more poetry! Serve me tea! Make intelligent conversation!" Dude. Chill. What's a geisha to do? Make like a panda and hide in the bamboo. Yes, smarty, I know geishas are from Japan and pandas are from China. Give a guy a little poetic liberty, why don't you? It's not like I tried to rhyme "station" with "direction" or something equally ghastly. What's that, you say? You want a Haiku? What do I look like, a geisha? Sigh. Fine. Mama's boy with great power Sun rises, moon sets.

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Merced County’s unemployment rate fell to 9.7 percent in May, the first time the rate for the month has been below 10 percent in nearly a decade, labor market analysts reported Friday. Led by growth in manufacturing and government jobs, May’s unemployment rate was 1.5 percentage points below the 11.2 percent reported in May 2015, noted Steven Gutierrez, labor market consultant with the Economic Development Department. The county added 1,000 manufacturing jobs and 800 government jobs between May 2015 and last month. May has not seen such a low unemployment rate for the county since 2007, when it was 9.2 percent. While the county’s unemployment rate dipped below 10 percent in October 2015, last month’s figure marked the first time it has been in the single digits so far this year, Gutierrez said. “This is normally the drop we are going to see this time of year,” he said by phone. “The surge of activity in farming and manufacturing will probably continue to add jobs through the summer.” The growth in manufacturing marked the 11th straight month of job increases in the sector, Gutierrez said. Looking at January-to-May growth, Merced County has added 6,100 manufacturing jobs compared to the same period in 2015. “Because this is agriculture season,” Gutierrez said, “we see manufacturing increase through the Valley as the crops are being harvested and processed. That fuels that starting in spring and through the end of the season in the late fall and winter.” Year over year, the county added 800 government jobs, bringing the five-month total to 4,100 over the same period last year. Last month, educational and health services added 300 jobs, while leisure and hospitality added 200 jobs. “This is normally a positive period as hotels and restaurants gear up for summer tourism,” Gutierrez said. Between April and May, farm labor posted a gain of 2,200 jobs, the Economic Development Department said. Month-to-month gains also were seen in manufacturing; education and health services; leisure and hospitality; and mining, logging and construction. Government and transportation and utilities saw small declines. Despite the improvement, Merced County continues to lag far behind the state average in employment figures. California’s jobless rate dropped a tenth of a percentage point in May, to 5.2 percent, the Employment Development Department reported, the lowest since May 2007. Merced County reported a labor force of 114,800 people, with 11,200 out of work. Merced County’s 9.7 percent unemployment rate had it near the bottom of all California counties, placing 55th out of 58. The county tied with Kern County and placed ahead of only Colusa County, with 12.7 percent unemployment, and Imperial, with 19.4 percent. Nearby, Stanislaus County’s unemployment rate for May was 8 percent; Madera had 8.5 percent; and Fresno had 8.5 percent. Among the Merced County cities, Le Grand reported the highest rate of unemployment, 17.8 percent. It was followed by South Dos Palos at 15.8 percent; Dos Palos city at 13.8 percent; Winton at 13.6 percent; and Planada at 13.5 percent. The lowest unemployment rate was seen in Hilmar-Irwin, with 5.6 percent. Statewide, unemployment fell to its lowest point in nine years last month, reflecting continued economic recovery despite signs of a slowdown on the national level. California’s employers added a relatively modest 15,200 payroll jobs during May. But the EDD revised job gains from April to a resounding 70,000, up from the previously reported 59,600. In the past year, the state has added 440,300 jobs, a 2.8 percent increase. The Sacramento Bee’s Dale Kasler contributed to this report.

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Newtown (AP) — Some residents in Newtown, Conn., say they're outraged at receiving robocalls from the National Rifle Association only three months after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings. Town residents say the automated calls from the NRA began last week and urge people to tell their state legislators to oppose gun control proposals. Lawmakers are debating whether to ban military-style assault weapons, prohibit high-capacity ammunition magazines and other measures in response to the school shootings. Dan O'Donnell lives in the Sandy Hook section of Newtown and told WVIT-TV that the robocalls are "ridiculous and insensitive." Messages seeking comment were left with the NRA, which like other nonprofit groups is allowed to make robocalls under federal law. A gunman killed 20 first-graders, six educators and himself in December after shooting his mother to death.

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Red Sox were in a rush to keep Napoli on board Boston - Mike Napoli showed the Boston Red Sox he could have a strong season despite a hip condition that delayed his signing a year ago. So they rushed to re-sign the first baseman who general manager Ben Cherington described Friday as "a unique player." The World Series champions finalized a $32 million, two-year agreement Thursday with the slugging former catcher who turned into a surprisingly good defender. "It was clearly one of our priorities," Cherington said in a conference call. "When we pursued Mike last year and ultimately signed him we did that because we felt like his skill set would obviously help us on the field and we also heard a lot about his reputation as a teammate." After agreeing to a $39 million, three-year contract last December, the Red Sox heard about his avascular necrosis condition in both hips that can cause bone tissue to die because of poor blood supply. About six weeks later, in late January, a $5 million, one-year deal was reached. With performance bonuses, Napoli ended up making $13 million. His new contract has no provisions protecting the team against hip problems, Cherington said. The 32-year-old Napoli was eager to return to the city he excited with his homers and bushy beard. "After going through what I went through last year, it was definitely a relief to just go through this," he said. "I'm happy to be back. I wanted to be in a place where I was comfortable and somewhere where we can win." Fears about his hips were unfounded, at least for last season. The eight-year veteran had career highs in at bats, run, hits, doubles, RBIs, walks and strikeouts and made just six errors in his first full season as a first baseman. He also had a good time bonding with his beard-tugging teammates. "As a player, it's probably the best time I've ever had being around a group of guys," Napoli said. "It was a lot of fun going to the park every day, seeing those guys, trying to see what was going to happen that day, see how we were going to mess around with each other." With fellow newcomers Jonny Gomes, Shane Victorino and David Ross, Napoli was part of a tight-knit group that changed the clubhouse culture from the previous year. "Having spent several months around him, it became very clear that he was not just an important part of the team on the field," Cherington said, "but, really, a particularly important guy in the clubhouse. Really, a lot of things that Mike does as a player and as a teammate are things that we believe in strongly. He's accountable. He's responsible. He's prepared." Napoli said other teams were interested in signing him. He had been comfortable the previous two seasons in Texas but told his agent he wanted to stay in Boston. He batted .259 with 23 home runs and 92 RBIs then hit two key solo homers in the AL championship series against Detroit - in a 1-0 win in Game 3 and a 4-3 win in Game 5. The Red Sox won that series in six games. In the postseason, Napoli drove in seven runs as Boston also beat Tampa Bay in the division series and St. Louis in the World Series. "We're confident that Mike is healthy," Cherington said, "and we feel that he's going to be a great part of our team for the next couple of years and, hopefully, beyond." Napoli just wants to get started on his second season with Boston after winning the World Series in his first. "After going through this and being able to sit down and realize what happened for me, it makes me hungry," Napoli said. "I can't wait to get back on the field, be with my teammates again, and try to do it again." MOST VIEWED MEDIA MOST DISCUSSED STORIES

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Nuts and bolts are funny things. When you start a car restoration you picture body panels, engine blocks and newly upholstered seats. But the lack of the correct fastener can stop a restoration cold. Such little things have a very important job. In the case of National Parts Depot those humble nuts, bolts and assorted fasteners were the foundation for the largest classic car parts supplier in the country. And it all started with a rusty Model A. Jim Schmidt had a dream: to restore a Model A. When he was 14 that dream started to take shape in the form of a rusty 1928 Model A saved from a local scrap yard for the princely sum of $50. Jim dove in and found that the tin worm had worked its way deep into the car, with the bulk of the fasteners being too far-gone to reuse. But where do you buy new fasteners to restore a Model A? That question did not have an answer…yet. With help from his father Jim began putting together Model A restoration hardware kits in his basement. That business grew quickly and Jim branched out into more than just fasteners for Model As. Along the way Jim picked up a 1957 Thunderbird (important later) and worked for his dad, all the while still running his own business. It wasn’t until 1976 that National Parts Depot came into being. By that time the Model A restoration business was sold and Jim looked back into his past garage for inspiration: he would base his new business on 1955-57 Thunderbird restoration parts. His mail order parts business grew while he worked away in his basement. From there it was a short step for Jim to jump into the classic Mustang parts business. Adding Mustang signaled the beginning of NPD’s diversification in the restoration auto parts industry. By the end of the decade NPD had opened a parts and restoration facility in Gainesville, FL. It wasn’t long before Jim’s dedication to perfection put an end to the restoration side of the business (too much stress) allowing him to focus on the parts side. Soon NPD’s first branch opened in Ventura, CA followed by another branch in Livonia, MI. The product line expanded to included GM products by the mid 80s. Jim’s son Rick came on board full time in 1987 and soon took over purchasing duties. The 90s started with a bang thanks to the opening of a new branch in Charlotte, NC. Rick was promoted to Vice President Chief Operation Officer in 1995. Things progressed rapidly but methodically as the Schmidts plotted the future of NPD. On thing NPD prides itself on is order fulfillment. Over the last few years the mantra in the mail order business has been “on demand” stocking. This means that unless you get and order for a product it is not sitting on your warehouse shelf. This puts order delivery time highly dependent on the timeliness of your supplier. This never sat well with the Schmidts who believe that having their products on the shelf gives them an edge. Thanks to their highly effective warehouse management and their own in-house trucking company inventory is constantly balanced among the four locations. Over time NPD added more and more space to each branch warehouse. The most recent expansion occurred at their Ocala warehouse, which grew that location to a staggering 350,000+ square feet! The Ocala location is extra special is it houses the Schmidt’s personal car collection. The collection is hard to comprehend at first. A gigantic section of the warehouse is dedicated to just classic cars (and an equally impressive Kodak collection). The collection is eclectic but not without thought. Proudly on display is that most important car of them all, the very 1928 Ford Model A that Jim restored those many decades ago. Lincolns are a favorite here as well are one-off concept cars. Oddball optioned cars along with production milestone vehicles have found a loving home here with the Schmidts. Each car is cared for on a rotating basis by the in-house restoration staff. As dictated by the schedule each vehicle is gone over, given fresh fuel, started, rechecked, and possibly even driven (depending on the vehicle). A vehicle need not be a high dollar collector vehicle to retire to the collection. Normal everyday vehicles that have served the Schmidt family well are also placed along side their more sought after brethren. A minivan or an RV may not seem like a classic but when it has become a member of the family the Schmidts recognize that fact. It is that dedication the cars that has allowed NPD to become so successful. Jim and Rick know what it means to love a car and in turn know what their customers not only need, but also what they expect. Published Dec 7th, 2015

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Contemporary Jewellery. Illustration. Animation. Bus Trip follows four characters’ interconnected day dreams while journeying on an old bus through the city. This animation was made during the one year Graduate Diploma of Design: Digital Animation course at the Unitec Institute of Technology for my main project. I have used hand drawn ink and water-colour illustration to construct the environment within Maya, with elements composited in Adobe After Effects. © Kate Barton Animation and story – Kate Barton Music and Foley – composed by John-Paul Muir and Mark Michel Music and Foley – produced at The Family Farm Studio Thank you – 2007 GDipDes Digital Animation course tutors at Unitec – Miriam Harris (tutor & course coordinator), Kyla Bendall, and Paul Scott-James

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|One of the smaller phyllanthes specimens| The whole general appearance of the plant has a downward look to it. Our phyllanthes is of the variant "pendula". It could well be the highest known breeding altitude record for this plant in the whole of Cumbria (to be confirmed), the species is more regularly found towards the coastal areas. It is certainly a first for the old County of Westmorland, but not a first for the current Vice County. |Close up showing the long "ochre" like grooved ovaries| |All though going over the top two flowers are showing here| The finding of this species has been a joint effort by myself and two friends Peter J and Alan G. Its also now brought up the possibility of there being even more lurking about in nearby beech woods. The Broad Leaved Helliborines (epipactis helliborine) are starting to show well now and this year seems exceptional with them being found in lots of new places. When you consider just how many are about up on the verges of the limestone pavements and nestled in among the low surrounding vegetation, it brings it home of how and why we are getting all the beautiful hybrids (epipactis schmalhauseneii). |A lovely Broad Leaved Helliborine| |Hard Fern on Hutton Roof| We are meeting up at the Burton Memorial Hall at 2100hrs to monitor our local Swifts. You are more than welcome to join us, and enjoy the marvels of these wonderful creatures.....

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Ex-after school care director goes on trial on child-sex offences A former director of an out-of-school hours care program in Adelaide has gone on trial accused of sexually exploiting four children. Mark Christopher Harvey, 43, has pleaded not guilty to four counts of persistent sexual exploitation of a child. Harvey already is serving a six-year jail sentence for sexually abusing a young girl in his care in December 2010. Parents were not told of that offence for two years, sparking a royal commission into the South Australian Education Department's handling of the case. Now Harvey is facing new charges of persistent sexual exploitation of four girls between 2007 and 2011. The Adelaide District Court was told Harvey was an enthusiastic and dedicated director who had been popular with parents and loved by students. But prosecutor Mark Norman alleged Harvey was a paedophile and said the accused man got sexual pleasure from touching the girls on the chest and softly biting their toes. "All four of the complainants say the accused would also regularly remove their shoes, remove their socks and put their toes in his mouth and he would then bite the toes softly," the court heard. "Mr Harvey was conditioning the children to be accepting of his touch." He said Harvey disguised his offending as innocent play. "There's no suggestion Your Honour the children were forced into this, they appear to have treated it very much as just another game," he said. "The prosecution say he was hiding in plain sight, we say he was getting sexual pleasure from touching the children under their clothing and in particularly biting their toes, he was using his position as a director to disguise that touching as innocent play. "Certain children appear to have been favoured by the accused in some respects." Mr Norman said a large amount of 'foot fetish' pornography was found during a search of Harvey's home. He said the man also exposed his penis to one of the girls during what he called the 'blindfold game', which he played while cutting up fruit for snacks. The court heard the trial was expected to be lengthy because Harvey needed Tuesdays and Thursdays off for dialysis.

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No products in the cart. This is a very handsome gents pocket watch made in silver and dating from the 1920’s. Made in a .800 silver case that measures 48mm across, it has the most wonderful engraving and is so elegant and slim. The dial has Arabic numerals and a great looking chequerboard pattern that looks superb day or night. With a 15 jewelled Swiss movement adjusted for 2 positions, this would be a great gift for anyone who loves pocket watches. Use the search box to find the product you are looking for. Username or email * Please send us an email and we will get back to you shortly. Questions, issues or concerns? I'd love to help you!

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It probably won’t come as much of a surprise, but studies have shown that personalized direct mail marketing significantly outperforms generic (non-addressed) communication. With KKP’s help, personalize your direct mail to achieve the highest impact. The range of direct mail services available at KKP combined with our understanding of direct mail printing makes us your ideal business partner to help you increase the success of your campaign. Direct mail, database cleansing and mailing services can be combined to customize specific marketing campaigns to effectively reach your individual customers. Not sure what you are looking for? "Easy, custom mailing solutions that connect us to all our clients." PEI Humane Society "....just received the collaterals – thank-you so much for the quick turnaround, especially on our last minute request. They look great – you are part of a great team that we can always count on, and we appreciate it. Have a great weekend,"

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‘Modern Family,’ ‘Breaking Bad’ Win Top Awards At Primetime Emmys"Modern Family" and "Breaking Bad" triumphed at Monday's Emmy Awards, proving that established broadcast and cable fare retains the power to fend off challenges from upstart online series such as "Orange Is the New Black." 'Modern Family,' Bryan Cranston Aim At Emmy RecordLike baseball, the Emmy Awards are a game of statistics: Long-running shows are able to pile up TV's top awards and new records year after year. Film, TV And Music Stars Among Emmy PresentersFilm stars Julia Roberts, Matthew McConaughey and Halle Berry are among the first presenters announced for this month's Emmy Awards ceremony. #Trending In Entertainment: The Big Bang Cast Is Paid, Beyonce's An Icon (Duh), And Weird Al Is In DemandThis week a TV shows cast is making major bucks, a pop legend becomes an icon, and the Super Bowl may be getting a little weird. More 'Big Bang Theory' On The Way As Cast Members Sign New DealsThe studio that produces "The Big Bang Theory" said it has reached contract deals with the sitcom's cast. ‘Game Of Thrones’ Leads 66th Primetime Emmy Awards NominationsThe 66th Primetime Emmy Awards nominations were announced early Thursday morning. HBO’s “Game of Thrones” led the pack with 19 bids, including best drama series. Several CBS Actors To Receive ‘Walk Of Fame’ StarsSeveral actors from hit CBS shows are slated to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year. "The Big Bang Theory" Renewed For Three More SeasonsGet ready for more nerdy comedy, CBS announced this week it has renewed "The Big Bang Theory" for three more season. 'Breaking Bad,' 'Modern Family' Are Big Winners For 65th Emmys"Breaking Bad," the brutal saga of an everyman's ambition turned evil, captured its first best drama Emmy Award on Sunday, while "Modern Family" won its fourth consecutive trophy for top comedy series. CBS Honored With 53 Primetime Emmy NominationsThe most Emmy nominations, 17, went to "American Horror Story: Asylum." Close behind was "Game of Thrones" with 16 nods, while "Saturday Night Live" and the Liberace biopic "Behind the Candelabra" earned 15 nominations each.

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One two, Freddy’s coming for you, three four, better lock your door. Five.. er… wrong scary movie! Our intrepid hosts decided to brave the new Friday the 13th game available on Steam. A little bit of information on the game from it’s Wikipedia entry: So, you’ve checked us out on Twitter. You’ve found us on Facebook. You’ve found us on Google+ You’ve found us on YouTube So where are the episodes? Well, the plan right now, is to record 5 episodes so that we have a head start on things. Scott and I both do this in our spare time, from our pockets, and thusly have to fit Life, Work, and Family around this, as they are priorities. So once we’ve gotten a few more (we’ve got 2 “done” ) you’ll see them start popping up on here. Want a tasty preview? Head on over to our TwoDudes1P Twitch Page. You’ll find our episodes under old videos. 🙂 Interested in joining us for an episode? Email us! Anyways Find us, Like Us, Follow Us, Circle Us, and all that and spread the word 🙂 In this episode of TwoDudes1P our intrepid hosts are once again joined by Zer0. They decided to play some Black Desert Online. A little bit about the game from the Wikipedia entry: Black Desert Online (Korean: 검은사막) is a sandbox-oriented massively multiplayer online role-playing game by Korean video game developer Pearl Abyss. The game has been in development since 2010, and entered closed beta testing (CBT) in October 2013.Black Desert Online uses Pearl Abyss’ own “Black Desert” engine specifically created to handle the fast rendering required for its seamless world and large-scale castle sieges. It was released in Korea in 2014, Japan and Russia in 2015, and North America and Europe in 2016. Black Desert Online uses a free-to-play model in Korea, Japan and Russia, while in Europe and North America the game uses a buy-to-play model. In this 2nd Episode of Season 2, our intrepid explorers, and their special guests “Zero” and “Concentus” decided to revisit Ark: Survival Evolved. There was tons of fun to be had as our hosts guest Zero hadn’t played Ark at all before. Of course, our hosts had to teach her how to Poop on command which in turn led to its own 15 minutes of shenanigans. Jahner was always getting separated and dying, Zero was running around trying to figure out how to put clothes on, and Concentus was the first person to have all the things before everybody since he’s so hardcore. THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN! That’s right the boys are back, and better than ever! In this first episode of the second season the boys sat down and played some Need For Speed: Most Wanted. A little bit of info about the game from Wikipedia: Need for Speed: Most Wanted is set in an open world environment. The game takes on the gameplay style of the first Most Wanted title in the Need for Speed franchise. Most Wanted allows players to select one car and compete against other racers in three types of events: Sprint races, which involves traveling from one point of the city to another, Circuit races, each having two or three laps total and Speed runs, which involve traversing through a course in the highest average speed possible. There are also Ambush races, where the player starts surrounded by cops and must evade their pursuit as quickly as possible. In this season finale episode of Two Dudes One Podcast, our trio of hosts decided two things. 1. Play for a couple of hours since it’s going to the season finale episode. 2. Play one or more of their favorite games from this past season. Well, the vote was unanimous and the game was GTA V. When a young street hustler, a retired bank robber and a terrifying psychopath find themselves entangled with some of the most frightening and deranged elements of the criminal underworld, the U.S. government and the entertainment industry, they must pull off a series of dangerous heists to survive in a ruthless city in which they can trust nobody, least of all each other. In this weeks episode of Two Dudes One Podcast, our hosts delve into the Zombie genre again with Left 4 Dead 2. Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2) is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Left 4 Dead, the #1 co-op game of 2008. This co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans In this episode of Two Dudes, One Podcast our trio of hosts went old(ish) school and played some Duke Nukem Forever. They were also joined by Raidur from SubSpace Radio. Put on your shades and step into the boots of Duke Nukem. The alien hordes are invading and only Duke can save the world. Pig cops, alien shrink rays and enormous alien bosses can’t stop this epic hero from accomplishing his goal: to save the world, save the babes and to be a bad-ass while doing it. In another one of our faster paced games, our Trio set out to play some Battlefield 4. Explore a vast range of experiences that allow you to play your way. Be the lone wolf to take control of your own destiny or work together in tight-knit five-man squads to strike as a team. New maps, more vehicles, weapons and destruction allow you to create your own path and play to your strengths. Absolutely nothing compares to the sheer scale and scope of Battlefield 4.

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Learn the latest social media marketing techniques Social media continues to evolve at breakneck speed, and the savvy marketer needs to keep up. This bestselling guide to social media marketing has been completely updated to cover the newest vehicles, including Groupon and Rue La La, location-based services like Foursquare, and new social networking sites like Google+ and Pinterest. Checklists, case studies, and examples will help you decide the best places to spend your marketing dollars, and you’ll learn about valuable social media tools and analytics methods that can help you assess the success of your efforts. * A completely updated, all-in-one guide to social media marketing, a valuable way for businesses to reach current and new customers, assist customers with problems, and complete transactions * Covers the latest sites and location-based services including Groupon, Rue La La, Foursquare, Google+, Pinterest, and more * Minibooks examine the social media mix; tools and techniques; using content to grow your brand; Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Google+ marketing; other sites; and how to measure results and build on success * The perfect guidebook for the social media strategist, website manager, marketer, publicist, or anyone in charge of implementing and managing an organization’s social media strategy Social Media Marketing All-in-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition helps you get the most from every minute and dollar you spend on marketing. Latest posts by Nanci Arvizu, Writing and Reviews Editor (see all) - Top 5 Reasons to Use Social Media in Your Business - December 21, 2016 - How to Write A Professional Bio For Your Social Media Profiles - December 21, 2016 - Top 5 Social Media Management Apps And Tools - December 16, 2016

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Evolution is the latest collection from Parker Knoll, makers of fine furniture since 1869. With clean, contemporary lines, cool, calm colours and luxurious finishes, all underpinned by the supreme comfort and engineering excellence Parker Knoll is renowned for, evolution is redefining the art of reclining. Established over 148 years ago, Parker Knoll are renowned for designing and developing Sofas and Chairs of the highest possible quality. All the Sofas and Chairs at Parker Knoll are handcrafted in Britain to an extremely high standard, with each piece characterised by its distinctive design and attention to detail. Originally from a small workshop in London, Parker Knoll is now firmly based in a state of the art manufacturing facility in Nottinghamshire as a high quality upholstery manufacturer, dedicated to providing you with the ultimate in comfort. Using 148 years of furniture making expertise, along with innovative and market leading design initiatives, Parker Knoll bring you a unique collection of elegant chairs and classic sofas to suit the requirements of stylish everyday living. Parker Knoll Sofas and Chairs are available at furniture retailers nationwide. Find your nearest Parker Knoll stockist by entering your postcode on our Find a Retailer page. Alternatively, come and visit us at our extensive showroom located in Harrington Mills, Long Eaton, to view and experience our entire collection.

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Black Fluffy Garlands add stylish sophistication to your wedding decorations. The wedding garlands feature strings of miniature black fluffy decorations attached to 12ft of black ribbon. The tissue paper decorations extend out to whimsical round fluffs, making them a charming addition to a bridal shower, anniversary party, or engagement party. Use the included ribbon to hang the garlands up along mantels, doorways, or banisters. Black Fluffy Garlands product details: - 2 per package - 12ft wide - 9 fluffy decorations, 5 1/2in diameter - Tissue paper and ribbon - Arrive flat - Simple assembly required

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Good morning team! How is everyone on this fine snowy/rainy/windy/hailing morning?! Does anyone have sun? I have exciting news for those in the world who maybe do have some sunshine... we have a brand new Australian shop! Clara and Macy goodies can now be found on Hard To Find :) Yeay!

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A couple weeks ago, I posted that BlackBerry® 7 OS had been approved in North America for Department of Defense use. This was great news, and apparently has now been extended to include BlackBerry® 7.1 OS devices as well. In fact, many US government organizations are responding to this certification quite positively and contacting email@example.com to take advantage of a variety of trade-up/trade-in programs. However, within minutes of publishing that blog post, my Research In Motion® (RIM®) colleagues began BBMing me to point out that I’m not the only story in town. Apparently there’s a bigger story than I was aware of! As important as the USDOD approval is – and despite my local pride in the achievement of my North American friends on the security, regulatory compliance, and government marketing teams – apparently, RIM staff across the pond and around the world have their own bragging rights with governments globally certifying BlackBerry 7 OS for use. (As of February 2015, BlackBerry holds 70+ security certifications and approvals from governments.) In Australia, for example, the BlackBerry 7.0 and 7.1 Operating Systems (BlackBerry 7) were successfully evaluated and approved for Government use by the Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) of the Australian Government. This certification affirms that BlackBerry 7 OS meets the Australian and New Zealand Governments’ strict security standards for a wide range of scenarios, representing the majority of day-to-day operational communications. This includes potential use in securing information classified up to and including PROTECTED (Australia) and RESTRICTED (New Zealand). Not to be outdone, my U.K. counterparts chimed in adding that the CESG (Communications-Electronics Security Group), the National Technical Authority for Information Assurance, has also approved BlackBerry 7 for government use across the U.K., making BlackBerry the only mobile solution approved by CESG to protect material ‘Restricted’ materials. Whether it’s U.S., U.K., or Australia, governments around the world continue to use and officially approve the BlackBerry platform. For political reasons, it’s seldom they can speak about it publically, but time and again, after significant testing and review, our solutions pass with flying colors – acknowledging key facets of the BlackBerry solution including security, manageability, and scalability. However, leading organizations, from both government and corporate sectors must look beyond certifications and focus simply on leveraging their investment in mobile infrastructure. Ensuring their staff have the tools they need to be the most productive often means accessing newer technology like the advanced features incorporated in the newest BlackBerry 7 OS smartphones – fast web browsing, NFC interoperability, augmented reality applications, and so on. Moreover, in light of consumerization demands, IT organizations need to appease end user demands, opening up access to BlackBerry consumer features like the MP3 player, built-in radio, and camera functionality, not to mention access to fun and entertaining apps in the BlackBerry App World™ storefront. So whether driven by regulatory approval or the built-in benefits (both personal and organizational), organizations are increasingly moving towards BlackBerry 7 OS. These governments have clearly defined their enterprise grade device choice, providing departments and staff with a much needed benchmark. Where is your organization at in defining your ‘approved’ mobile solution…are you leading or lagging public sector? Your peers would be as grateful as I would be to hear your comments on mobile device selection and policy. Where is your organization at in defining and controlling device selection? Do you provide approved lists? Do you depend on analogous industry certifications or do you have your own approval program? Where does Mobile Strategy stop and Mobile Device Management start? What criteria do you use to evaluate whether a device is worthy of your organization’s staff and data?

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Thursday, February 11, 2010 A Crown for You God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. With two granddaughters, I am just discovering that little girls like to dress up as princesses. Having raised two boys, I had never dealt with this. But now I know that little girls like to be princesses. This was further confirmed when I was at Disneyland awhile ago and saw little Cinderellas and Sleeping Beauties walking around, complete with full gowns, crowns, and scepters. There is something about us that wants to be royalty. The good news is that for believers, a crown of life is specifically promised for the man or woman who has resisted temptation and persevered under trial: "God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him" (James 1:12). It doesn't seem fair sometimes when we see people suffer, when we see someone who has to go through life with a disability or difficulty. But God says, "I have a special crown for those who have endured this. I have a special crown for those who are hurting. I have a special crown for those have resisted temptation." Maybe while many of your friends caved in and said, "You are missing out on all of the fun," you said, "I am going to be faithful to God. I am not going to do what you are doing." One day, you will have a crown to show for it. Not only that, but there is also the crown of righteousness, which will be given to those who have served God and have a heart for heaven (see 2 Timothy 4:8). Do you long for the return of Jesus Christ? Then there is a crown that awaits you. So complete the work God has given you to do. Make your life count. Copyright © 2010 by Harvest Ministries. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved. - This life will have its sorrows - God loves us - Jesus weeps in our times of pain - God can be glorified through human suffering Hope for Hurting Hearts, Pastor Greg Laurie's new book, examines these truths, revealing God's love and care for us, and shows how we can find hope, even in the midst of the most unbearable pain and sorrow.

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Demi Lovato is such a fighter and brave. Maybe this is a reason we all love this star because she is not bothered of anyone else standard of beauty. She has her own standards and quite positive in her life. Actually, she is an inspiration for others and does not lose hope in front of her disease and prove a strong fighter. This American singer, songwriter and actress is such a struggler and continuously struggling against the disease called Bulimia, mental disease and substance abuse. It is a psychological disease in which a patient has the life-threatening eating disorder. In short time period patient consumes an abnormally large amount of food. Patient has to face constant weight fluctuations, enlarged glands, electrolyte imbalances, chronic dehydration etc. Recently Demi Lovato made a photo of her thighs and gave her positive comment about herself. Well, it is a hope in her of recovering soon. She shared her picture on Instagram that was made of her toned legs in the sand. She said, “I don’t have a thigh gap and I’m still beautiful the way I am #recovery #selflove #EVERYbodyisbeautiful.” A few days earlier she announced that she is feeling well and inspired others for self-love. She wrote, “Tell yourself you’re beautiful daily.” She also said, “Be gentle with yourself. Eat carbs without guilt and remember that life is too short to worry about what others think!!”Well, it is a great message. Dear get well soon and we hope to see her in awesome projects.

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Syfy Digital and independent studio Vuguru will be premiering all 20 episodes of the sci-fi drama Nuclear Family on Xbox Live. The episodes will be available on Syfy's Xbox Live app today. On October 15, the series will have a simultaneous release on Syfy.com, Hulu, Syfy's mobile apps, Syfy's Roku channel, and VOD. The show chronicles the tale of a family attempting to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Nuclear Family stars Corin Nemec, Ray Wise, Kinsey Packard, and Sharon Lawrence. This could be the first of many shows coming to Xbox Live first, as Microsoft recently hired former CBS executive Nancy Tellem to spearhead original video content for the service.

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Would You Wear an Apple Ring? The Apple Watch has definitely made an impact in the tech world and the fashion world: Anna Wintour, Karl Lagerfeld, and Karlie Kloss have all been spotted wearing them. But what if there was an Apple Ring? This past Thursday, Apple applied for a patent for a "Ring Computing Device," according to Fashionista. The ring would essentially be a touchscreen you wear on your finger with wireless capabilities, and it would be able to communicate with other devices. Like the watch, it could have additional voice and motion-related input and a camera. Forbes says the patent for the ring includes technology that would also allow you to write without pen and paper: "Simply writing a word with your ring-enabled finger will be enough to act as a modern input device for the paired device." Of course, applying for a patent doesn't mean the ring is on its way or will ever exist, but for now, it's fun to think about. Scroll down to see some preliminary drawings of the Apple Ring! United States Patent & Trademark Office Check out gorgeous rings in our shop! Would you wear an Apple Ring? Tell us below!

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I was asked a few days ago what constitutes wife/girlfriend material and I have to admit that I was stumped; it took me a few days of thinking and research to put this article together. Upon writing this I decided on a simple approach; to split the two and discuss individually. Asking what constitutes “girlfriend material” is difficult indeed because the concept of a “girlfriend” means a lot of things to different guys; a wife is more streamlined. If you ask ten dudes what they think makes a good wife, chances are they’ll all say the same thing with one or two minor differences. But ask those same guys what they look for in a girlfriend and the answers become a lot more colorful because boys want girlfriends for many different reasons. For some it’s just sex. Nothing cerebral, nothing deep, nothing permanent. He isn’t really interested in what she’s got upstairs nor is he interested in taking it to “the next level”. He’s NEVER going to introduce her to his mama but will most likely brag about her with his friends. As a result, he is never fully invest in the relationship. It’s purely physical and the only thing the girl is bringing to the table (as far he’s concerned) is an amazing body and/or her prowess in bed. For some others, it’s them cracking under peer pressure or simply just looking for companionship. Everyone has got a girlfriend and they don’t want to feel left out so they go out and get one. I saw a lot of these when I was in college; brothers pairing up with ladies because all their friends had girlfriends and so they could all hang out together without feeling like the “third wheel”. The girlfriend here is essentially an accessory, like a lady with a designer handbag only brought out on special occasions. They are quite similar to those in the first category , except that sex might (surprisingly) not be involved and for the boys in this category, what they’re looking for in a girlfriend is generally what is determined by the group, not exactly what they would personally love to see in a girlfriend. She’s more often than not already fairly well known in this group. Relationships like these generally do not last. Category 3: WIFE MATERIAL There’s yet another category of fellas for whom a girlfriend is serious business. This is where we begin to talk “wife material”; The whole package; A woman you could actually see yourself spending the rest of your life with; and ladies believe me when I tell you 80% of the time your looks don’t even factor in. Looking good helps though, don’t get it twisted. I could reel out what “studies” indicate guys look for but this isn’t a class report so I will tell you what I’ve discovered from countless hours of talking with the guys, with my mom and watching the marriages of friends and family members. 1. DON’T MOTHER US: Guys want a woman who’ll take care of them, not “MOTHER” them (personally its irritating when a lady tries to “mother” me), it may be a little tricky but you need to figure out the difference. No, I do not mean servitude or a woman who’ll just fade into the background behind us. That itself is very unappealing, but a good wife’s strength is in running the show in the background without getting in her husband’s way or unsurping him as the head of the house. 2. KNOW HOW TO COOK! It’s becoming fashionable now for 21st century girls to proudly chirp “I can’t cook” or “I can only cook this” or “I can only cook that”. I haven’t met any guy yet who looks at any lady who can only slightly burn noodles, with respect. Yours truly included. It’s not weird that some men have left their wives because they ate “food” cooked for them by some lady at a local diner. There is a reason why love potions always seem to find their way into men’s food. Being able to cook may be old fashioned but it’s a requirement for most men. 3. NO DUMB GIRLS ALLOWED: She doesn’t have to be a genius but the rule of thumb is that if a girl can hold a conversation she’s got something upstairs. Being smart doesn’t necessarily mean book smart. Ironically, smartness is one characteristic that makes good escorts. Yes you read that right, ESCORTS! The really good ones can hold their own almost anywhere, they are as comfortable at a political gathering as they are at a family event. How do I know? I did the research. All these wifely requirements make the woman sound like a female version of James Bond? Not necessarily. Essentially, she just isn’t thrown off easily, by anything. The psychology behind this kind of thinking is that she’s dependable. Men see “wife material” all over a girl who is put together. Not just physically in terms of looks and such; but mentally, emotionally. A guy wants to be able to come home from the all chaos in the world and have someone who helps him figure stuff out. I mentioned earlier that 80% of the time looks don’t factor in and I still stand by that. Men are visual creatures, I think that has been established already but when a dude is thinking “wife”, looks fall down the scale. Quite drastically I might add. Ask any man whom you know is married or just got married, looks didn’t factor in much. He probably had exes a hell of a lot more attractive than the woman he’s married to now, but he married her not them. (I feel it’s necessary to add however, that some guys have married things they shouldn’t have, not because they looked beyond appearances but because unforeseen powers aka juju was involved. But we’re not talking about them). Finally and most importantly, a girl that screams “wife material” has to be God’s chosen one for you. I’ve tried to generalise, but fundamentally everyone is different and we all have different destinies. Marrying the woman God has prepared for you is possibly the best thing that could ever happen to you because you both would be unstoppable. A girl could tick all your boxes and not be the one, while another wouldn’t and yet Heaven is jumping up and down screaming “She’s the one!” . Spend time on your knees in prayer, if you’re sincere God will show you. Ariel Ugorji identifies himself as a mild insomniac, geek, nerd, an audiophile, an avid music lover, Liverpool Fan and an unashamed Christian; with more often than not a completely different point of view on the world and a love for sensible arguments. He Resides in Warri, Nigeria; the land of the sharp and the brave. To view more of his write ups, please visit his BLOG. You can also share your views with him on twitter @arielugorji. Do you share in the authors thoughts or not so much? Please share your thoughts.

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Manatee County, Florida, incorporates Florida Statute Section 767.11 into its Code of Ordinances under Section 2-4-2 to define a “dangerous dog.” Under the state statute, a “dangerous dog” is defined as any dog that has: 1. Aggressively bitten, attacked, endangered or otherwise inflicted severe personal injury on a human being on public or private property; 2. On more than one occasion, severely injured or killed a domestic animal while off its owner’s property; 3. Been used primarily or in part for the purpose of dog fighting or is a dog trained for dog fighting; or 4. When unprovoked, chased or approached a person upon public grounds (streets, sidewalks, parks, etc.) in a menacing fashion or apparent attitude of attack. Section 2-4-10 of the Manatee County, Florida Code of Ordinances concerns Vicious animals and dangerous dogs. Under this section Chapter 767, Florida Statutes, pertaining to dangerous dogs are adopted in their entirety. The owner of a dog classified as dangerous must obtain a certificate of registration for his or her dog. Certificates and their renewals will only be issued to those persons who are at least 18 years of age, pay the appropriate and present sufficient evidence satisfying the requirements of Section 767.12, Florida Statutes. In addition to the statutory requirements, an owner must also: 1. Sterilize the dog within 30 days after the dog is declared dangerous; 2. Provide proof of a current health certificate for the dog, issued by a veterinarian; 3. Have the dog micro-chipped and registered to its owner at his or her current address; 4. Provide a secure enclosure to properly confine the dog; and 5. Provide access to the property and the dog for no less than 2 inspections annually. Florida law does not require the classification of a dog as a “dangerous dog” in order to pursue claim or a case for dog bite injuries. In fact, there is no requirement that Animal Control take any action for a person to pursue a case for medical bills, medical treatment, pain and suffering, and related damges for a dog bite injury. Whether a dog is classified as a dangerous dog or not, it is vital that dog owners maintain control of their dogs for the protection of others. This would include consistent use of leashes and a secure backyard and / or front yard with appropriate fencing. In Florida, a dog bite victim typically need only prove that a dog bite took place. There is no requirement that the dog bite victim prove the dangerous history or propensities of the dog. Even if this was the dog’s first bite every, the dog bite victim can pursue a cause of action against the dog owner for the related damages and injuries. You can read more about the Florida Dog Bite Law at Florida Dog Bite Statute – There is Teeth to this Florida Law – Rights of Injured Children and Adults. The book titled – The ABCs of Child Injury – Legal Rights of the Injured Child – What Every Parent Should Know – has chapters on Dog Bite Injuries, Medical Bills and Treatment, Damages / Compensation, and other topics. You can receive a free child injury book at The ABCs of Child Injury. See also Florida Animal and Dog Bite Injuries at the Wood, Atter & Wolf Website.

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"You'll see," said the voice, "Walk this way, and I will show you." "No," said Cynth, "My mother said that I'm not to talk to strangers." "I'm no stranger to you, Cynth," said the voice, "Or, at least, I shouldn't be. You don't belong here, you never have, and you never will. You yourself have often expressed similar, have you not? Moments ago, you were saying that you wished you knew why your eyes were green and not blue or brown like all the others. If you will trust me, and do what I ask, you will find out." "Why should I?" demanded Cynth. "Because there are questions that have been bothering you your whole life," said the voice, "Questions I can help you answer, Cynth, if you'll trust me." Cynth bit her lip, it was true, oh so true. There were questions that she wanted, needed answered, but could she trust this - this bodiless voice to answer them? "What do you want me to do?" she asked. "Just take a step forward," said the voice, "Trust me, I won't let any harm come to you." Cynth took a deep breath, and stepped forward.

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Vandalism of a poster inviting students to a meeting of the Gay-Straight Alliance is being investigated as a hate crime. Club members found a handmade poster hanging near the campus pool vandalized with disparaging anti-gay words just before spring break. Tammy Nguyen, vice president of the GSA, said the member drew purple hearts around the hateful words then brought it to Nguyen’s attention. “When I got over there, I saw people staring at it,” Nguyen said. “They had nothing to say. They just looked at each other, then back at the poster.” The poster was taken down and brought to the club membership’s attention after classes resumed following spring break. Nguyen said a lot of the members and the advisors had something to say about it. The Gay-Straight Alliance, an ASO-sponsored organization, exists to provide a safe place for LGBT students and their allies to meet and raise awareness of the issues surrounding them. One of those is the issue of anti-gay sentiment and harassment. Diana Cortes is the president of the Gay-Straight Alliance. “It’s frustrating,” she said. “We’re on a college campus where people should be grown up. They should be mature enough to know things aren’t high school. They should realize that this was a childish thing to do.” Alan Wade, one of the club advisors, said it turned his stomach whenever he hears of things like this occurring. “I think it’s sad and that is says more about those who wrote on our sign than it does us,” he said. Nguyen said this kind of reaction was unusual in recent years. “I’ve been in GSA for over three years and I’ve never seen anything like it,” she said. “I’ve seen our posters torn down, I’ve seen other things, but not this.” Nguyen said that the vandalism, although disturbing, was also timely, and the GSA would address it. “We’ll talk about this during Day of Silence, which at Southwestern College is on Thursday, April 18,” she said. “Hopefully that will bring more awareness to the campus.” Wade said awareness of the vandalism would help bring attention to their needs, but pointed out that the school could do more – something he said he has brought to the college’s attention again and again. “[This vandalism] demonstrates a need for a permanent safe space on campus for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning and intersexed students, and our student allies,” he said. Cortes also thinks that going public with the vandalism during Day of Silence will be more effective than getting the administration involved. “Really, what can [the administration] do?” she said. “It’s not like there’s a camera that saw what happened. We’re not going to be able to find out who did this. It’s better to bring this up then, or bring it to people’s attention during other events.” Lillian Leopold, SWC’s chief public information officer, said the administration is taking the vandalism seriously. “Southwestern College does, in fact, consider this a hate crime and it stepping up its efforts to fully investigate this incident,” she said. “The safety and protection of all members of the Gay-Straight Alliance, and with all student groups on campus, is priority one.” Leopold said that members of the administration would be in contact with the club’s officers and advisors to explain procedures regarding the college’s Standards of Student Conduct. She said that SWC has had a written policy in place to deal with situations like these. “The Administrative Procedure for Policy 5500 addresses hate crimes,” she said. Item 12 in Policy 5500 describes this as a violation of standards of student conduct: “Engaging in harassing or discriminatory behavior based on race, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law.” California Penal Code 422.6 PC also forbids hate crimes. State law treats the act of damaging, defacing or destroying property as part of a hate crime is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in a county jail, a maximum fine of $5,000 and up to 400 hours of community service. Nguyen said the feeling created by the vandalism was “overwhelming.” She said the poster itself was harmless and could not have offended anyone. “It was just advertising a regular meeting,” she said. “I’ve spoken to people on campus who aren’t members of the GSA and they can’t believe things like this still go on. It’s such a diverse campus and a lot of people were really surprised.” Wade said anti-gay vandalism was inexcusable anywhere, but particularly egregious on a college campus. “College is a place where our differences are hashed out via meaningful dialogue rather than cowardly vandalism,” he said. Nguyen said the campus needs to know this happened. “I wanted this issue to be something that people should be aware of,” she said. “And it’s still going on. We need people to be aware that hatred of gays is still a problem.” Leopold said open, honest dialogue would be necessary. “The most effective way to combat intolerance is through education and advocacy,” she said. “It is a matter of having students, faculty, staff and administration continuing to work together to ensure a safe learning environment.” Cortes insisted that anti-gay sentiment wouldn’t stop the Gay-Straight Alliance. “This isn’t going to hold us back,” she said. “It’s going to make us stronger. We’re not going to give up. We’re going to keep putting up our posters and making ourselves noticeable.”

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One of THE most asked questions since we shared our kitchen was about our open shelves. Were they hard to clean? Do they get dusty? Why didn’t we install cabinets (that one can be answered for layout purposes…see that window right next to the shelves? Not nearly enough space for cabinets!)? Some of you LOVED them, others…ehh, not so much. And that’s okay! Because we absolutely love them! We use so much of what is on these shelves! Okay, maybe I don’t use that white pitcher every day…but I do use the plates and mugs almost every day! Thankfully, a couple of weeks ago, Good Housekeeping asked me, along with several other bloggers, some of the same questions you did and gathered all of this information in one post! I wanted to share it with you in hopes that it puts some of you at ease that are thinking about installing them for yourselves! Find it here! Happy Wednesday, friends! Want to see more of the kitchen? Check it out here!

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The Director's Challenge Open Today http://zacharywill.com/DirectorsChallenge/ Enter for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to thelensdepot.com Project File - https://gumroad.com/l/kgym Google Fonts - https://www.google.com/fonts (Roboto is a favorite, Lobster is cool too.) Graphic Weight is important in any form of visual media whether it be photography or motion graphics. Graphic Weight is what tells the viewer to look at and helps create more compelling and aesthetically pleasing images. Zachary Will is an Award-Winning Filmmaker creating short films and content for the Internet as the owner of Riverside Studios. He has a Bachelor's in Film from Full Sail University. He has worked on productions for companies like Webmd, Sears, Home Depot, Six Flags and more! "the trick is to never give up... I think the secret of success is not how little you get knocked down but how often you get back up." - Gareth Edwards

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What is Allergy Induced Asthma? For many people with asthma, spring can be a very challenging time of the year. Rapid changes in the weather and lingering upper respiratory viruses can both cause breathing difficulties. But for 60-80% of asthmatics, they also have environmental allergies that can cause sudden onset and/or chronic asthma symptoms. Asthma is the most common chronic childhood health condition and causes recurrent episodes of coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing. Asthma involves the lungs, where inflammation is present at all times. In addition, the airways of asthmatic children are very sensitive and hyper-reactive, causing sudden onset constriction and tightening. Pollen allergies are often most severe in the spring, which is when trees start to pollinate. Allergy symptoms frequently include itchy/watery eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, throat clearing, and cough. For children who have asthma and allergies, exposure to airborne allergens can cause asthma attacks, poor sleep quality, missed school days, and fatigue, which can affect learning. It is often confusing and hard to determine without testing if and/or what your child may or may not be allergic towards. Skin prick (scratch) or blood allergy tests can be very helpful to determine exactly what allergies may exist. An accurate diagnosis can help guide not only the proper medications to take, but also adoption of specific avoidance strategies that can help lower allergen exposure and reduce symptoms. Pollination patterns for outdoor allergens are pretty consistent throughout the year, but may vary based upon location. In general, trees pollinate in the spring, grasses/weeds during the summer, and ragweed in the autumn. Dry, warm windy days cause the highest levels of pollen, whereas rainy days tend to lower levels of pollen, but this is when mold spores increase. Avoidance focuses on making the home, and especially the bedroom, pollen free zones. Windows should be kept completely closed at all times inside the home and car during pollen season. Air conditioning is an effective way to stay cool and reduce pollen exposure. Pollen levels are highest during the morning, so outdoor activities should be scheduled for late afternoon/evening, if possible. After spending time outdoors, it can also help to bathe or shower, wash hair, and change clothes before bedtime. Visit our Asthma and Allergy Resources section for more information on managing your child’s symptoms. It is especially important for children to maintain regular use of any daily asthma or allergy medications and to stay prepared with an up to date asthma treatment plan and access to reliever medications. Developing a plan before allergy season starts is usually much more effective than waiting until symptoms become severe or difficult to control. As always, make sure to discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. To learn about emerging technology and mobile apps for managing asthma, listen to our latest PediaCast episode with Dr. Mike Patrick.

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Joyful Messes is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Joyful Messes is a for-profit blog. Any companies I chose to collaborate with are chosen by me because I believe they fit with helping moms find joy through either being something that simplifies life, makes mommyhood better, encourages us as parents or is just plain something that I love and want to share. Most posts have some sort of affiliate links, mostly from Amazon, where I receive a very, very tiny commission that helps me stay caffeinated. The sponsored posts are honest and forthcoming. We are all in this mess of motherhood together, and I work hard to be selective on the items I suggest and companies I work with. Thank you for reading and supporting Joyful Messes.

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GOTCHA LIST! I don’t have that many reasons. However, I AM pretty sure that Iron Man 3 is actually about the true meaning of Christmas. There are some spoilers but just think of it like finding your parents’ stash of presents a couple days before the actual day. Fist things first: the tone of Marvel movies always amazes me. They’re basically comedies, but still taking the superhero genre seriously. I used to avoid them because, honestly, sometimes action scenes are similar to musical numbers and I get bored when the plot’s not advancing. There, gay community and bro community, I gave you something to talk about! Anyway, last year when the Avengers came out I just watched all of them in like two days because THEY’RE SO MUCH FUN. They’re also perfectly structured screenplays and dayum, do I love a good story structure! (I’m sorry, please keep reading) The point is, I will always see a Marvel movie in theaters. “here goes another number” Secondly… Guys, I love Christmas. People think I’m Jewish. And I tell them I’m 1/4th Jewish and 3/4ths Christmas. So, when Iron Man 3 was set during the “most wonderful time of the year,” I flipped out. I kept punching my friend saying “WHY IS THIS A CHRISTMAS MOVIE??” Full disclosure: I was not completely sober. I apologize to the guy who came alone to revel in superhero badassery happening on the screen and had to sit next to a girl stuffing momofuku cookies in her face and talking about Christmas. He’s probably my soulmate and I blew it. Oh well. Shane Black sets a lot of his movies during Christmas. Slate actually wrote an article about the similarities between Iron Man 3 and A Christmas Carol. Black said, “I think it’s a sense of if you’re doing something on an interesting scale that involves an entire universe of characters, one way to unite them is to have them all undergo a common experience. There’s something at Christmas that unites everybody and it already sets a stage within the stage, that wherever you are, you’re experiencing this world together.” It’s an interesting point, and I would consider it lazy writing if it didn’t MAKE SO MUCH SENSE. (author note: I actually think it’s pretty lazy.) What is the true meaning of Christmas, you ask? According to Wikipedia: “to give up one’s very self — to think only of others — how to bring the greatest happiness to others — that is the true meaning of Christmas” Okay, so. Let’s unpack this. And try not to think about how selflessness is PROBABLY the theme of every single superhero movie. Tony Stark has a material obsession at the beginning of this movie. He’s making like a billion versions of his lil adorable Iron Man suit. Uhh, does that sound familiar to you? HOW ABOUT SANTA’S WORKSHOP?? Stark is basically making TOYS. Granted, they’re all for himself, but he tinkers like nobody’s business. And JARVIS (head elf??) continues to enable him, but we accept slavery when there’s magic involved. Also I’m sorry to people who really believe in the science of these movies, but I’m pretty sure all this technology is magic. Movie magic. OR, Christmas magic. I’m not saying Tony Stark is Santa Claus, but Pepper Potts puts up with a lot of Tony’s shit. And like, come on. Doesn’t Mrs. Claus deal with the same thing? And I’m sure Santa gives Mrs. Claus random stuff to make up for having a toy obsession, like how Tony gave Pepper a giant bunny rabbit stuffed animal. While writing this, I realized that when Tony asked Pepper if she liked the rabbit, he meant the actual stuffed animal. At the time, I laughed because I thought he was making a vibrator reference. (SIDEBAR: Wouldn’t Tony Stark make the best vibrator?) Moving on, the scariest part about the villain in Ironmas is that no one knows exactly what he wants. His name is the Mandarin and he’s Ben Kingsley so everyone’s just confused. But really, as a smart audience member, you realize that THE MANDARIN JUST WANTS TO RUIN CHRISTMAS. Like, there’s no huge destruction of the entire world or humanity or whatever, it’s all about making people have a shitty holiday season. Note: holiday season. Remember, not everyone celebrates Christmas. We cannot forget about Jew Favreau (who also, I might add, directed ELF. Coincidence? Most definitely) So he’s Pepper’s bodyguard and he sees some shady stuff happening. I can only imagine that Jewish people are extra suspicious of people around Christmas because they’re making up for the rest of us cheery assholes. Jew Favreau (aka Happy Hogan) is the real hero of this movie because he figures out what’s up from the BEGINNING, but then (spoiler) there’s an explosion and he’s in a coma. Why did they choose to go a slightly racist route by making the evil dude be a white guy dressed in stereotypical Asian clothes? Because Jewish people go to Chinese restaurants on Christmas day. This is what makes Tony realize his call to duty. Happy is going to miss his Christmas Chinese dinner and Tony Stark needs to avenge him. So obviously, the stakes are as simple as this: Tony Stark needs to save Christmas. And I haven’t even brought up THE KID yet, who is another key character. Like in most Christmas movies, there’s an impressionable child who still believes. And this boy has all these (spoiler) weird daddy abandonment issues. But shenanigans happen, Tony’s stuck in this small town, and THE KID is the only one in this town who can help him. And why do we only trust children in this world? Because duh, they really care about saving Christmas. Kids love Christmas more than anyone else. HARLEY (ugh these names) gives Tony the best advice of all (spoiler): you’re a mechanic, make something. Tony just cobbles some shit together and it’s a CHRISTMAS MIRACLE. And then Ben Kingsley NAILS IT as the ghost of Christmas present. And Guy Pearce as Aldrich Killian shows the FALSE meaning of Christmas. Which is GREED. Because he has this new technology, but it has some glitches. He just wants money! And he wants Pepper because he loves Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop. Come on, Aldrich, Christmas is not about THINGS and POWER, it’s about making others HAPPY (HOGAN). So in the end (spoiler, but why are you still reading if you care) Tony’s toys save the day BUT he realizes that he doesn’t need them after all – because what he really cares about is to give up on oneself — to only think of others — and how to bring the greatest happiness to others. Also the kid gets AN ENTIRE GARAGE of new things from Tony because what’s Christmas without presents. Even a new potato gun, as the next Avenger is obviously POTATO BOY. And Happy Hogan gets to watch Downton Abbey, so at least Jews have TV. (seriously, Iron Man 3 referenced Downton Abbey and I peed myself) But the VP’s daughter is still gonna have a stub leg though, ain’t nothing gonna change that. (author note #2: I am so, so sorry this exists.)

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THE FULCRUM TABLE SIZE SHOWN 72"W X 22"D X 20"T A fulcrum is a point of balance in a pivot. Brandner Design’s Fulcrum Table is all about balance — the balance between wood and steel, modern and organic. Simple curves, a solid stance and a beautifully crafted Walnut slab top make this table a true work of art. - Base made from recycled steel. - Walnut slabs are available in a variety of sizes. - Also available as a dining table.

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This year, whenever I needed a break from designing The Knit Knoodler’s newest set of patterns (coming soon!), I turned to knitting socks. It really began way back in October 2012, when I mentioned in a post that I was knitting my first pair of socks. They turned out quite nice. Very pretty, aren’t they? But a little bit uncomfortable. I found the intricate lace pattern annoying at times when it was sandwiched between my foot and a snug shoe. So I only wear these lace socks with looser-fitting clogs. On the upside, though, it was super cool to have a sock that fit my foot absolutely perfect. 1. As long as you take your time and measure as you go, you’ll have the best-fitting socks EVER. I forgot about socks for a while. Then, this year, decided to push ahead. I bought some sock yarn that makes cute color patterns without having to knit with more than one yarn. I knitted a pair of socks using a smooth stockinette stitch. The result? The most comfortable socks I’ve ever worn in my life. I was hooked! Not only was this now the best pair of socks in my drawer, but I’d been able to watch TV while knitting them. I didn’t have to sequester myself in a quiet room and concentrate on an intricate stitch pattern. 2. Socks can be wonderful social knitting projects. Don’t get me wrong. I love a knitting challenge and the thrill of seeing a complex cable evolve before my eyes. But I also like what I think of as “social knitting.” The kind of knitting that you can do while talking with others or watching your favorite show. And with sock knitting, even if you choose not to make a fancy pair, there’s plenty to keep it interesting: turning the heel, decreasing for the toe, etc. 3. Socks on needles make great travel companions. I’ve been traveling a lot this year, and have found that socks are also great travel knits. A sock is small and tucks easily into a purse. Especially when slipped into a double-pointed needle project case. I bought a pack of these cases at my local yarn shop. What a simple, inexpensive, brilliant concept. Just gather your needles together (including the empty working needle) and slide them—with your knitting on them—into the holder, put on the cap, and voila! A nice, neat package. And for those of you who may have wondered…I’ve flown many times with circular needles, straight needles, and double-pointed needles in my carry-on. Nobody cares. If you’ve been avoiding socks in your knitting repertoire, give them a try. The first one will probably feel a bit awkward, especially if you’re new to double-pointed needles. But, by the end of the pair, you may very well be hooked. I even knitted a pair of camo socks for my husband. He loves them! And he doesn’t even mind that I ran out of yarn and finished up with a different sock yarn. What’s it matter when it’s inside the shoe, right?

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Hosted by Chef Sarah Must be 12 yrs or older “Why are they called truffles?” Considered an exotic specialty, chocolate truffles have a rich dessert history. Learn how to use tempered chocolate and make classic ganaches with simple garnishes that are sure to thrill you… and those you might choose to share them with. With endless possibilities – classic ganache (regular & vegan), fruit puree ganache, and liqueur infusions. From these 4 techniques, the class will create over 10 different flavors and take home, not only more than 3 dozen truffles each, but also the skills and know-how to recreate them! As with many of our baking/chocolate classes, we focus on methodology using only a handful of basic, high quality ingredients. Learn simple techniques that will ensure your dessert success time and time again. *As an added bonus… …and thank-you, we would like to extend a 15% discount off all in-store purchases (including all tools and ingredients) the day of the class. This does not apply to future orders or classes. Our frequent buyer’s program does not apply to our classes. If you have any questions, please give us a call (303) 449-4804, but you must register for this class online. If the class is full, you may call us to be put on our waiting list Due to the planning and set-up of this class, early registration is crucial. Late sign-up will not be allowed and registration will end for this class on Wednesday, April 19th, and a minimum of 5 participants is needed to conduct this class – please sign-up early.***This class requires a minimum booking of 5 participants. In the event this class is canceled because we do not meet the minimum registration requirement, you will be contacted no less than 24 hours before the scheduled class start and a full refund for store credit or a future class of choice based on availability will be issued back to you. For participants – a minimum of 48 hrs is requested for cancellation and a full refund for store credit or a future class of choice based on availability will be issued back to you. Any cancellation made with less than a 48 hr notice before class start time will have no refund of any sort. Thank-you for your understanding.

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Lawyers who accuse Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s office of racial profiling are expected to rest their case Tuesday at a trial aimed at settling allegations over whether the lawman’s immigration patrols disproportionately single out Latinos. Arpaio’s attorneys are expected to present key elements of their case after the plaintiffs call their last two witnesses. Testimony is expected to wrap up Wednesday or Thursday. Arpaio’s office is accused of pulling over some vehicles only to make immigration status checks. The sheriff has repeatedly denied charges that his department discriminates against Latinos and says his deputies only make stops when they think a crime has been committed. The plaintiffs aren’t seeking money and instead want a declaration stating that Arpaio’s office engages in discriminatory practices and an order requiring policy changes.

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Islamic financial sector development in Indonesia will continue to be improved in line with the Islamic finance industry is growing higher and the huge market potential that is still untapped. Islamic financial development strategies need to be formulated and implemented in integrated between the banking sector , capital markets , non-bank financial industry , and Islamic microfinance . " The development of Islamic financial services into one FSA priorities forward . Therefore Indonesian Islamic financial architecture that is more advanced by integrating the banking sector , capital markets , and non- banks , and Islamic micro institutions into something urgent to do . In that framework, the FSA and the IDB have programs and capabilities to assist the preparation of the blueprint , " said Chairman of the Board D Hadad Hadad FSA in an official statement received on Wednesday ( 04/16/2014 ) . In developing the Islamic financial services sector in Indonesia , there are three challenges FSA view that needs to be responded services sector , namely the ability to open up access to Islamic financial services more broadly , the ability to serve the potential increase in the middle class in Indonesia , as well as the ability to increase the contribution of the real sector the Islamic finance to the actual needs of the Indonesian economy . (see also: ternak kenari ) " The IDB is committed to proactively assist Indonesia in the development of Islamic finance , among others, in the medium term development aid vision through system architecture , support the development of products and services , as well as facilitating the development of the capacity of Indonesia to the application of best practices , " said IDB President Dr . Ahmad Mohamed Ali .

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If you want to experience royal treatment, we at Crown Cleaners are more than happy to deliver what you have ordered. Our range of professional cleaning services come at attractive rates and you are able to achieve the perfect balance of price and quality! It’s the main reason why we are so popular among residents and business owners in London. Below you can read what some of our customers have had to say about our fantastic services. “I would like to use this opportunity to thank you for your stellar performance and great work. I would like also to express my gratitude for your exemplary professionalism, attention and fantastic customer service.” “Thank you for doing such a great cleaning job at my home. The place now looks spotless. What’s more your office assistant and cleaning team manage to coordinated things pretty well. I will be more than happy to work with you again in the future.” “What a difference a professional carpet cleaning service can do. Once again I can enjoy the carpet in my home. Thank you for the great service – it’s reliable, flexible and friendly.” “Very agile and efficient. Nice and pleasant team of cleaners who did the job in record time without compromising on quality! I would like to thank you for the great job you did at my 4 bedroom house.” “Professional, thorough and good value for money. That is how I can describe their service. They left the carpet at my home clean, dry and freshly scented. These guys coped with the challenge brilliantly!”

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We usually measure wildfires in acres burnt or the number of homes destroyed. But there’s a human toll to fires as well. So far this year 32 people have lost their lives fighting fires, the highest number in nearly 20 years—and the fire season isn’t done yet. More than half of those deaths occurred in a single incident, when all but one of a 20-man firefighting crew were killed during the Yarnell Hill fire in Arizona in June. Those deaths were tragic and random, the result of an unpredictable shift in wind patterns during the wildfire and communication problems among the firefighters. But it’s also true that wildfires seem to be getting worse—and that our firefighting policy, as well as warming temperatures, may be playing a role in that shift. The U.S. fights wildfires like it once fought wars—with overwhelming force aiming for unconditional surrender. But trying to stop all wildfires has become increasingly expensive—the annual cost of fire suppression passed $2 billion last year, and by the end of August this year, the federal government had already run through its budgeted funds to fight wildfires. It’s not just a fiscal crisis, though. Wildfires have always been a natural part of forest ecology, especially in the dry American West. The occasional small fire prevents forests from becoming overgrown, clearing old vegetation out for new growth. But if you try to smother every wildfire that breaks out—which is what the U.S. Forest Service does now—that vegetation keeps growing and growing, adding more potential fuel to the next fire. And that raises the chances of a megafire, one of the devouring infernos—like the wildfire that threatened Yosemite National Park in California earlier this summer—that truly can kill. Suppression firefighting has had other unintended consequences. With the frequency of small fires reduced, property owners have felt freer to move closer and closer to forests, expanding the wildland-urban interface, the danger zone where homes border easily combustible forest, as this NPR report shows: This expansion has changed the way wildland firefighters operate, and many are now expected to also protect homes and property in the woods. This is something [environmental journalist Michael] Kodas says they aren’t equipped to do, unlike their urban counterparts. “They’re wearing very lightweight, flame-retardant clothing and just carrying the fire shelters,” he says. “When a forest firefighter ends up trying to protect a house, they’re really not prepared for the hazards that come with trying to protect a structure.” It’s a familiar story—there are more people and property in harm’s way, which compounds the risk of a major disaster. Throw in the effects of global warming—climate models suggest that warming is likely to increase the frequency and size of large, severe forest fires—and you have a recipe for disaster. We’ll need to reduce carbon emissions and rethink patterns of development that put houses in the path of wildfires, but we’ll also need to rethink fire suppression, as a new article in the October 3 Science argues: Fire policy that focuses on suppression only delays the inevitable, promising more dangerous and destructive future forest fires. In contrast, land management agencies could identify large firesheds (20,000 to 50,000 ha) where, under specified weather conditions, managed wildfire and large prescribed fire are allowed to burn, sometimes after strategic mechanical fuel treatments . Acknowledging diversity in fire ecology among forest types and preparing forests and people for larger and more frequent fires could help reduce detrimental consequences. It might seem downright un-American—or at the very least, not very Western—to retreat from a take-no-prisoners policy on firefighting. But a changing climate means we need to change our tactics. Otherwise the cost—financial and human—will be far too high.

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Lucknow: The iconic new building of the Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court (HC) will be inaugurated by Vice-President Hamid Ansari on March 19, an official said on Thursday. Chief Justice of India T.S.Thakur will also be present at the event. Foundation of the new, sprawling state-of-art building was laid by the then chief justice K.G. Balakrishnan on December 30, 2009. The older building was built in 1903. Spread over a 40-acre plot, the new building has 57 court rooms with 72 chambers for judges and has an office for the advocate general, 1440 chambers for lawyers and a library. Separate facility has been made available to accommodate 2,240 typists and lawyers'` assistants, besides a sitting room for drivers. According to a high court spokesman, the new building has a meeting hall with a capacity of 500. The five-storey building also boasts of a three-tier underground parking facility with a capacity for 5,000 four-wheelers and 15,000 two-wheelers. Besides multiple lifts, escalators are also installed in each wing of the building. Among other facilities, the building includes a guest house, a club house, canteen, a dispensary as well as an independent Computerised Railway Reservation Centre. The work on the campus was to be completed in March 2015 but got delayed by a year. Registrar General of the Allahabad HC, S.K.Singh Rathore however informed that judicial work will not immediately start in the new building and would take some time.

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The construction industry wants to demolish new city regulations banning cranes from operating in windy conditions. In papers filed in Manhattan Supreme Court, the group of construction trade organizers and unions says the city Dept. of Buildings newly enforced rule banning cranes from operating when winds exceed 30 miles per hour is unnecessarily hurting businesses. The suit says the rule has no scientific basis and is “arbitrary and capricious.” “DOB can point to no engineering or scientific study and no other municipal, state or national regulatory scheme that has found that crawler crane operations somehow become unsafe at 30 mph and, by inference, are safe at 29 mph,” the suit says. The suit acknowledges the city rule actually dates back to 1968, but says it was rarely enforced. DOB announced that was changing in the wake of a crawler crane collapse in Tribeca this past February. The Worth Street collapse, which happened during 40 mph winds from an impending winter storm, killed 38-year-old David Wichs, who was walking to work. The city has been investigating the collapse, but has yet to issue a determination on what caused it, the suit noted. The groups want the 30 mph provision and new regulations that were put in place after the collapse nullified. A rep for DOB said it will fight to keep them in place. “The city’s crane rules are there to protect people’s lives. Cranes should not be operating in high winds. We look forward to reviewing this action and are confident we will prevail,” the rep said.

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Your more conservative or traditional ideas regarding work, responsibility and security will clash with your lover's own ideas on the same level. They'll tend much more toward freedom and creativity, shucking off tradition in favor of new strategies and structures -- which may thrust your insecurities into high gear. You've built these structures in your life, after all, because you felt that you needed the sense of security that they imparted. You've been through plenty of upsets in past lives as well as in this one that have added to your inner anxieties and made you want to avoid the same kinds of problems in the future. In fact, you needed to depend on this person in another life but they failed you, breaking your trust. When you get involved with them in this life, those old, difficult emotions may rise up again. You might start to feel as if the freedom-seeking part of their personality is an actual threat to whatever it is that you're trying to establish in your own life. They'll seem irresponsible to you, as if they refuse to accept the responsibilities of a committed relationship, a steady job or an orderly lifestyle. But if you can calm your anxieties enough to take a step back and look at the situation more objectively, you'll realize that you actually have much to learn from your lover's sense of freedom. Their idea of tending to responsibilities may be different from yours, but that doesn't make it less valid. If you can learn to respect their methods, you'll go a long way toward resolving the tricky karma that exists between you.

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|This document is available in two formats: this web page (for browsing content) and PDF (comparable to original document formatting). To view the PDF you will need Acrobat Reader, which may be downloaded from the Adobe site. For an official signed copy, please contact the Antitrust Documents Group.| | UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT | WESTERN DISTRICT OF MICHIGAN ORDER RESTYLING CASE CAPTION At the initial appearance, arraignment, and initial pretrial conference hearing held June 15, 2009, the Court was advised that defendant's middle name is misstated on the Indictment. The Government moved to amend the Indictment, and the Court heard oral argument by the parties. For the reasons more fully stated on the record, the motion is GRANTED. IT IS ORDERED that the Clerk of the Court shall restyle the caption of this case as follows: IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Indictment and all documents filed in this case be considered changed to reflect defendant to be known as Bradley J. Hansen. IT IS SO ORDERED.

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For over 40 years we have helped to manage and protect our clients’ wealth using bespoke corporate & international tax structures, comprehensive banking & administration services. Our physical presence in both Gibraltar and Portugal and our international professional network, allows us to offer multi-jurisdictional solutions, including the full complement of corporate domiciles and international trust structures. We are a leading international professional services firm who have been managing the wealth of our corporate and private clients since 1974. Our qualified team of experts in wealth management, corporate structuring, accounting and legal services will strive to offer you a personalised and high quality service. Our team of qualified professionals is committed to offering a first class service. We endeavour to build long term relationships with both clients and intermediaries, creating value and innovative solutions tailored to individual needs.

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BPI Continuing Education on Home Energy Earn Building Performance Institute Continuing Education units after reading Home Energy articles! NOTE: We have suspended the CEU program temporarily. Please check back for updates. By Larry Harmon There are a number of ways to make older single-family homes more energy efficient and more healthy, that is, more green. Why should homeowners invest in a solar-thermal system? It’s all about economics. With rising energy prices, many homeowners are now thinking of adding a solar component to their home, but they may feel ... By Cal Steiner The first challenge is to determine whether the problem is moisture condensing in the ceiling, or a roof leak, or both. To find out, look for penetrations in surfaces.

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Estate agents are vulnerable to suffering from stress due to the amount of pressure their job attracts. That is, they work long hours, they are constantly receiving phone calls, they have to go through market cycles and most importantly they are under pressure to deliver results. As such, estate agents must make a point to stay healthy and still be able to sell houses fast without stress. This can be achieved by adopting the right diet among other things. Here are top tips to avoid stress, stay healthy and sell fast: - Adopt a healthy diet – You are what you eat. It is important that you watch what you eat by carefully selecting the food that you will eat. Adopting a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables is a good place to start. This is because they are full of nutrients and are powerhouses for antioxidants. Consequently, you must shun junk food as well as highly processed foods with high sugar because they only give you a quick rush of energy that does not last for long. Keep in mind that what you eat affects how healthy you feel. - Be honest – When you have grievances with anyone at work, you will do well to confide in someone lest resentments start building up. Even then, you need to do it with caution while maintaining professionalism and showing remorse. You will do well to be the bigger man by avoiding accusatory language. In case of intense confrontations, walk away. Remember, while a good diet may be a good way of staying stress free you also must stay vigilant and avoid trouble when it beacons. - Exercise – Eating well alone is not enough to help you stay stress free. You also need to consider introducing exercises in your health and fitness regime. In fact, researchers suggest that the best way to keep stress levels at minimum is by working out and exercising. This helps to clear the stress hormone that is referred to as cortisol effectively putting you ahead especially when you have a busy schedule to deal with. - Increase the amount of energy giving foods in your diet – With the right diet and exercises, you can be sure to have sufficient energy. That is, by being able to exercise, your body releases endorphins that will make you feel better as well as increase your energy levels. A healthy diet also contributes to elevating your energy levels. Therefore, stay away from those foods that will only give you a quick fix but end up making you fat and without energy especially foods that are high in sugar and sodium. Ultimately, estate agents must strive to stay healthy and it all begins with the choice of diet. Eating healthy foods will definitely pave way for a healthy regime especially when combined with the right exercises. Estate agents at Ready Steady Sell agree with this and advocate for a well thought out diet that is rich in energy and taking lots of water.

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Anyone who's been to one of the big investment banking biotech conferences knows the routine. The CEO makes a few well considered, practiced remarks and carefully stays on script. But Vertex ($VRTX) CEO Matthew Emmens didn't stick with any script at yesterday's presentation at Morgan Stanley. With some stellar early Incivek sales figures to his credit, he used the occasion to chide Morgan Stanley's David Friedman with some unusually blunt language. "Do you understand this company? I don't think so," Emmens told the analyst, according to a report by the seasoned Dow Jones observer Peter Loftus, who's seen his own share of these conferences."By what I read, I don't think you understand our company. I'm going to do the best I can to prove you wrong again and again, because it's been fun. But when does it stop, you know?" The occasion was Morgan Stanley's big Global Healthcare Conference in New York, where Friedman was querying execs on their performance. For his part, Friedman responded that he is "trying to do the work that we see." And while he was quick to concede that Vertex had done better than he had initially expected, Friedman wasn't making apologies. Emmens reply: "OK. You do your job, we'll do ours. Keep it up." He also noted that Vertex is preparing an application for its closely watched cystic fibrosis drug. As Loftus notes, Emmens kept the mood relatively light. But as Vertex shifts from its role as an R&D organization to add marketing a blockbuster, it's clear that Emmens will lead Vertex from the front. - here's the story from Dow Jones

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Albert Edward Prince of Wales Those who allege that Albert Edward, Bertie, the Prince of Wales was a Ripper suspect, appear to be confusing him with his son Albert Victor, who was a Ripper suspect. Author John Wilding in his book Jack The Ripper Revealed, claims that the Prince was involved, by getting Mary Kelly pregnant. It was also rumoured that the Prince had a flat above a butchers shop in Watling Street, which was claimed to be a venue for wild orgies involving prostitutes. It is probably from these rumours that the Mary Kelly pregnancy story arises. Bertie was the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, he was born on 9 November 1841 and it was said had a strict and unhappy childhood. He tried, but would always fall below the high standards of perfection expected from him by his mother. In a typical letter to him she wrote, 'None of you could ever be proud enough of being the child of such a father who has not his equal in this world, so great, so good, so faultless, I delight in the fact that I possess such a perfect husband'. While at university, news of a dalliance Bertie was conducting with a young actress, Nellie Clifton, reached the palace, it caused his father Prince Albert great consternation and he wrote to his son 'You have caused me the greatest pain I have yet felt in this life, you must not, you dare not be lost'. His father travelled, despite bad weather, to see his son and castigate him. During the trip Albert became feverish after contracting typhoid fever, and died on 4th December 1861. Eleven years later, Bertie himself would also contract typhoid, the disease almost claiming his life, he was nursed back to health by Sir William Gull, and upon his recovery a national day of thanksgiving was declared. The Queen always held Bertie to blame for her beloved husbands death, and once said of him, 'I shall never look at him without a shudder', and for the duration of his life he struggled with the burden of knowing that she blamed him. Her refusal to allow him any role in state affairs would leave him with too much energy and free time on his hands, she also considered him frivolous, incompetent, indiscreet and feared him competing with her for the affection of her subjects. A popular joke from this period perhaps best summed up the situation. Why is the Queen like the weather? because she reigns (rains) and reigns and reigns and never gives the poor son (sun) a chance. On 10 March 1863 he married Princes Alexandra, daughter of Christian IX of Denmark, and they had five children. Queen Victoria, still in mourning 15 months after the death of her husband, attended the wedding dressed entirely in black, complete with a widows cap. Throughout the service she burst into tears whenever she glanced at the spot where her husbands coffin had previously lain. After the wedding she wrote, 'What a dismal affair it was'. Edward treated his marriage with indifference, and he continued to lead a scandalous playboy lifestyle, full of mistresses and parties. His lists of conquests seemed endless, actress Lilly Langtry was replaced by the socialite Daisy Brooke, who in turn was replaced by the actress Sarah Bernhardt, followed by society matron Alice Keppel. A court appearance in a notorious divorce case brought him bad press, and his lifestyle made him unpopular with the public. During a tour of Cork in 1885 the crowd hissed, booed and threw onions at him. On the death of Queen Victoria he was crowned King, and reigned from 1901 until his death from pneumonia on 6 May 1910. He was succeeded by his only son George V. He had the distinction of being heir apparent to the throne longer than anyone in English history and his reign is often seen as the beginning of the monarchy's modern incarnation. As king, his main interests lay in foreign affairs and military matters, fluent in French and German, he became the first British monarch to visit Russia. An active freemason throughout his life, he was installed as Grand Master in 1874 and regularly appeared in public as such, both at home and abroad. Apart from womanising and the love of food, the Prince had another passion in life, he loved fires and fire fighting, and never missed attending a big London fire. The head of the London fire brigade was under strict orders to notify the Prince immediately should any significant fires break out. He volunteered his services in assisting the London fire service and would enthusiastically 'muck in' and socialise with the other firemen. His generosity amongst his colleagues, particularly with his cigars, afforded him great respect, and he would work unnoticed and unrecognised by the public.

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WARREN, Mich. (AP) — A Minnesota man who police say killed his 20-year-old stepdaughter in Michigan because she left home and wasn’t following Islam will get a mental evaluation. The Detroit News reports a judge on Thursday approved the evaluation to determine whether 45-year-old Rahim Alfetlawi is competent for trial. He is charged with first-degree murder in the April 30 death of Jessica Mokdad at her grandmother’s home in the Detroit suburb of Warren. The Coon Rapids man told a judge in Warren that he suffers from mental issues stemming from “humiliation and torture” in Iraq in the 1990s under Saddam Hussein’s regime. Defense lawyer Richard Glanda says Alfetlawi claims the shooting was an accident. Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Bill Cataldo says Alfetlawi seems to have a “religious obsession rather than a psychological issue.” (© Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.)

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Thanks to Matt Lautner for offering to purchase our entire set of 18 Black Power Play calves. We have however decided to sell these calves on our fall online sales. Mittag Show Cattle has always offered our very best in The Showman's Choice Sale in September with no calves sold prior) and this year we are planning to have a 2nd sale in October consisting of the younger calves that aren't quite ready for The Showman's Choice Sale. Quality will be extremely high in BOTH sales this year!

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I did the assembly of the basic K3 and have an error on calibration, so a real message goes off to Elecraft. I've been nitpicking the assembly manual/process, since I seem to have received the 2nd rig to go to a non-beta tester by serial number (22) and apparently the first one to actually have it in hand. But the weather is good, so I want to get outside and ride the motorcycle, so I'm heading up to Penngrove today to scout out some antenna work. The K3 is the newest radio from Elecraft, a local radio equipment manufacturer that's grown as I've watched. It's probably going to change the this little area of the world drastically. I saw it in May at its introduction, and ordered one less then an hour later, after reading the data sheet. Time to go get coffee.

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The Men In Black: Forest v Middlesbrough Mr. Phil Crossley from sunny Kent gets the gig for today's game at the City Ground, between Nottingham Forest and Middlesbrough. The last time Mr. Crossley took charge of a game involving the Reds', was the opening day fixture at Reading this season. We earned a decent away point in the 0-0 draw, but defender Luke Chambers was given a straight red for an off the ball incident with 2 minutes to go. So far this campaign, Mr. Crossley has refereed 22 games, in which he's dished out 72 yellow cards and 5 red. He will be ably assisted on the lines by Mr. M. Blackledge and Mr. A. J. Scregg. The 4th official is Mr. G. C. Law.

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Jim Rutherford made a lot of noise this off-season with the additions of Alexander Semin and Jordan Staal. Staal was acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins by trading Brandon Sutter, Brian Dumoulin, and their first round pick. The Canes signed Semin in free agency for one year at $7 million. We all know both of these players will have huge impacts on the new season. One of the biggest impacts they will have on the Carolina Hurricanes may be on the special teams. The Hurricanes were 20th in the league last year at a 16% success rate on the power play. Semin and Staal will surely help improve those numbers. Semin only had 11 points last year on the power play, but it is undeniable that he has one of the best shots in hockey. There is no reason with his shot and offensive instincts that he shouldn’t be able to be at the top of the league in power play goals. Staal will be a perfect playmaker for the second line power play. He only put up seven points last year on the man advantage but that was on a stacked Penguins team where he didn’t get much playing time. With a lot more power play time, he should be very effective on the man advantage this year. There is no doubt that Staal will be an asset on the Hurricanes penalty kill. The Canes were 22nd short-handed last year at 80.6%. Staal is commonly known as one of the best penalty killers in the league. He was a Selke Trophy finalist last year for best two-way forward in the league. He led Pittsburgh to be ranked third in the league on the penalty kill last year. He was also tied for fourth in short-handed points with who else but his brother Eric Staal. They will create a dynamic duo on the penalty kill this year. Head coach Kirk Muller has already expressed how important he believes the special teams will be this year. In training camp, Muller has already used Semin and Staal to practice the power play. It is also worth noting that the Hurricanes have been looking for a good right-handed player on the power play which they have found with Semin. This spot has been missing on the team since they lost Ray Whitney to free agency in 2010. I expect the Hurricanes power play to be especially dangerous this year and to be at least ranked in the top ten. With the help of Staal, their short-handed numbers should also improve.

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BRUSSELS — The European Union placed the military wing of Hezbollah, the Lebanese Shiite militant group and political party, on its terror list Monday in a major policy change toward the Middle East. The EU's 28 foreign ministers reached the decision unanimously at their monthly meeting, swiftly swaying the last nations that had expressed opposition by committing to continued political dialogue with Beirut. The action came after prolonged diplomatic pressure from the United States, the Netherlands and Israel, which consider Hezbollah a terrorist organization. "The EU is sending a strong message to Hezbollah that it cannot operate with impunity, and that there are consequences for its actions," U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said in a statement. Hezbollah issued a statement late Monday describing the EU decision as "hostile and unjust and not based on justification or evidence." It alleged that the EU gave in to "Zionist American pressure in a dangerous way and took dictation from the White House," adding, "It seems that this decision was written by an American hand with Zionist ink." Britain also had pushed for the EU action, citing a terrorist attack in Bulgaria's Black Sea resort of Burgas last year that killed five Israeli tourists and a Bulgarian. Hezbollah's military wing was accused of involvement, an allegation it denied. In March a criminal court in Cyprus found a Hezbollah member guilty of helping to plan attacks on Israelis on the Mediterranean island. Both Bulgaria and Cyprus are EU members. "The EU has sent a clear message that it stands united against terrorism," said British Foreign Secretary William Hague. "It shows that no organization can carry out terrorist acts on European soil." German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle emphasized European unity. "If you attack one of our European countries, you get an answer from all of us," he said. The blacklisting entails asset freezes and paves the way for possible travel bans on members of Hezbollah's military wing. The ministers hope it will also curtail fundraising. But implementation promises to be complicated since officials will have to unravel the links between the different wings within Hezbollah's organizational network and see who could be targeted for belonging to the military wing. Diplomats late Monday were working on pinpointing the entities and organizations that make up the military wing. Because of this legal uncertainty it was unclear how many assets could be involved, and how many individuals could eventually be targeted. Hezbollah, a highly secretive organization, does not talk about its business outside Lebanon. Analysts and officials close to the group say it is not believed to have significant assets in Europe and that any it did have were probably withdrawn before Monday's decision. The Iranian-backed group plays a pivotal role in Lebanese politics, dominating the government since 2011. It has since sent its members to bolster Syria's President Bashar Assad forces in their assault on rebel-held areas. The EU vote triggered concerns in Lebanon that the decision would affect the bloc's funding for the country, but French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius said economic aid would be unaffected. Lebanon's outgoing prime minister, Najib Mikati, expressed disappointment in the bloc's action, saying: "We wish that the EU countries had conducted a more careful reading of the facts." Even before Monday's decision, aid groups complained that European governments have been reluctant to donate funds to help Lebanon cope with a massive flow of refugees from Syria's civil war because of Hezbollah's dominance in Lebanon's government. Timor Goksel, a Beirut-based political analyst, called the EU action "a public relations move," but said it could affect Hezbollah in Lebanon by providing "much ammunition to its foes." Walid Sukariyeh, a pro-Hezbollah legislator who belongs to the group's bloc, said the decision underscored the influence of the U.S. on Europe. "Europe tried to have an independent stance away from America's diction, but I believe by this stance it has abandoned its independence and the independence of its policy," he said. Kerry said the EU move would "have a significant impact on Hezbollah's ability to operate freely in Europe by enabling European law enforcement agencies to crack down on Hezbollah's fundraising, logistical activity, and terrorist plotting on European soil." Israel also welcomed the European decision. It fought a bitter monthlong war with Hezbollah in 2006, and has accused Hezbollah of carrying out attacks on Jewish and Israeli targets around the world. Hezbollah has denied involvement in some and not commented on others. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked the EU ministers for the action, even though he insisted that "as far as Israel is concerned, Hezbollah is one organization without distinctions between its wings." Westerwelle said the evidence from the attack in Bulgaria was enough of an impetus for the blacklisting. Several EU nations have pointed to Hezbollah's involvement in Syria as further reason for the move. As Hezbollah's hand in the Syrian conflict has become public, Lebanon has seen a spike in Sunni-Shiite tensions that has sparked gunbattles in several cities around the country. Many Lebanese Sunnis support the overwhelmingly Sunni uprising against Assad in Syria, while Shiites generally back Hezbollah and the regime in Damascus. The EU only made its decision after it became clear that political channels would remain open with all players in Lebanon. "Designation will do nothing to affect the EU's and the UK's strong relationship with, and support for, Lebanon," Hague said.

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- My Forums - Tiger Rant - LSU Recruiting - SEC Rant - Saints Talk - Pelicans Talk - More Sports Board - Fantasy Sports - Golf Board - Soccer Board - O-T Lounge - Tech Board - Outdoor Board - Health/Fitness Board - Movie/TV Board - Book Board - Music Board - Political Talk - Money Talk - Fark Board - Gaming Board - Travel Board - Food/Drink Board - Ticket Exchange - TD Help Board Customize My Forums - View All Forums Anthony Davis says Rajon Rondo can ‘help take Pelicans to the next level’ - oncealurker on 7/22/17 at 3:37 am [link=(http://www.nba.com/pelicans/news/anthony-davis-says-rajon-rondo-can-help-take-pelicans-next-level#facebook)]LINK[/link] [quote]Davis also expressed optimism about the Pelicans’ new guard tandem of Rondo and Holiday, giving New Orleans a pair of dual threats. Holiday has been one of the Pel...Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (4) re: We have 2 good guards, 2 good big men, why don't we ever have a SF?? - oncealurker on 7/21/17 at 6:07 pm Because a quality SF is a rarity in the league, so naturally it's the toughest position to fill....Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (0) re: Saints had trade in place for Rams CB Trumaine Johnson - oncealurker on 7/18/17 at 3:25 am Johnson did us a favor then. ...Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (0) re: Add any former inactive N.O. player to current roster - oncealurker on 7/16/17 at 1:50 pm Q-Pon...Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (0) re: Pelicans G-League city search down to three finalists - oncealurker on 7/14/17 at 10:37 pm [quote]Baton Rouge but the cost of renovations to the facility to meet the requirements of the team and the proposed revenue distribution is something the city cannot commit to at this time.[/quote] Shocker. BR gonna BR....Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (2) Joel Embiid fined $10K for saying "F---K Lavar Ball" in an Instagram Live Video - oncealurker on 7/8/17 at 7:06 pm [link=(http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/19921313/joel-embiid-philadelphia-76ers-fined-10000-nba-inappropriate-language-social-media?sf96421312=1)]LINK[/link] [quote]LaVar Ball quickly fired back at Embiid's remark, telling TMZ, "He's got three words. His vocabulary is limited. You gotta use cus...Jump to Post - View Topic - Replies (6) Ed Orgeron Updates The Progress Of LSU Freshmen Who Could Play This Year LSU brought in a top 10 recruiting class this offseason. Elite 5-Star Power Forward Naz Reid Unveils Top 2 Schools Reid is the 7th overall player in the country for the class of 2018. Report: Tyler Shelvin Receives Partial Eligibility, Will Redshirt In 2017 The NCAA reportedly denied Shelvin’s status several days ago. Watch: 9 Months After ACL Surgery, Kendell Beckwith Is Looking Sharp In The NFL Beckwith tore his ACL vs. Florida last season. LSU Announces Men's Basketball Non-Conference Schedule The season begins on Friday, November 10 against Alcorn State. Let's Check In With Former Olympic Gymnast Hottie McKayla Maroney Leaving that balance beam behind. Former WWE Diva Eva Marie Looking More Normal & Hot Hits Laguna Beach. SI Swimsuit Model Samantha Hoopes Should Wear This Outfit Forever And ever and ever.

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A new approach to testing the genes of early-stage fetuses could radically alter the experience of pregnancy and parenting. And we'd better start thinking about it now-before hype, fear, and the polarized politics of abortion distort the discussion. The technique being developed analyzes fetal DNA that is collected from women's blood as early as five weeks into a pregnancy. So-called "noninvasive prenatal diagnosis," or NIPD, may hit the market as a test for Down syndrome later this year. Soon after, refinements are likely that will allow identification of fetal genes at thousands of sites; two different research groups published papers claiming "proof in principle" of this prospect last December. Because NIPD would be less invasive, less risky, and less expensive than the kinds of fetal gene tests now available, and because it relies on a simple blood draw so early in pregnancy, it is poised to become a prenatal game changer. The fetal gene tests now offered are far from a walk in the park. For amniocentesis, a long needle is poked through your abdomen and uterus to extract amniotic...

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Wish You Were Beer House Edition: Boxing Bear's Chocolate Cream Stout Weekly Alibi is an intrinsically local affair. Recently the Alibi staff were blessed with a device that delivers—on demand—one of the locally made products our city is most famous for, besides blue colored crystal methamphetamine and Pimental & Sons guitars. It's our internationally recognized, high-quality local beer. This writer is still trying to think of another name for the thingamajig we use to access this magical liquid, because the word “kegerator”, like “labradoodle”, is just plain hard to say without inviting a sinking feeling that the english language is seriously at risk. Also, Alibi's beer machine is as finicky as an old Evinrude outboard motor and deserves more than two words mashed together. Perhaps something vintage sounding, like “Fine Time Foam Queen”; "The Spigot” would work as well. Patience is required to get a glass of brew out of our little fridge with a tap on the top of it but the quality of our city's locally produced beer makes the effort worthwhile. As one beer replaces another in the grog box in the back room, Weekly Alibi will share our thoughts and tasting notes. Stay tuned for some ideas on what to order next time you're at one of our local brew-pubs or tap-rooms, there are not-to-be missed pints to be had in nearly every part of town these days. Like the delicious stout our brew hydrant currently dispenses in expanding gushers of foam, creating a fun atmosphere not unlike the one in The Rolling Stones' video for “It's Only Rock 'N' Roll". • Boxing Bear's Chocolate Milk Stout (5.2 % ABV, 20 IBU) Boxing Bear took home a pile of awards in 2016, including “mid-size brew-pub of the year” at the Great American Beer Festival, where their Chocolate Milk Stout bested 72 others to win first place in the cream stout category. This stout has won awards at various other festivals and competitions over the past couple years and the Alibi staff is honored to work alongside this standout beer; we couldn't ask for a finer wintertime co-worker. Boxing Bear's milk stout is a shining example of an American cream stout, so-called because of the addition of non-fermentable lactose—milk sugar— which retains its mild sweetness through fermentation and lends a creamy character to the resulting beer. American stouts are traditionally lighter bodied than their British ancestors and are thus well suited for the addition of an adjunct like lactose, adding texture without creating a monster thick dark beer. The milk sugar combines with a generous helping of chocolate and caramel malt to bring the beer close to confectionary status without becoming overwhelming. Some chocolate stouts must be rationed like a triple-layer chocolate cake; one glass of Young's Double Chocolate Stout, for example, is sufficient. With any sense, that beer should be delivered to your palate as a finisher, after your main course. Part of what makes Boxing Bear's Chocolate Cream Stout an award-winning beer is its drinkability. It has a medium bodied mouth feel that is textbook American cream stout. Where some chocolate stouts blow the doors off with sweetness and chocolate adjuncts, the Burque-based brewers show restraint. Their measured addition of unprocessed cocoa nibs at the finish adds flavor without dominating the stout's well-balanced character. The result is a brew that some will drink like Guinness (you know, like water) while others will treat their pour as a sophisticated dessert beer. Well done. Defog your windshield faster with science! Here we have a former NASA engineer who explains the optimal technique for defogging the windows in your car, as well as how and why it works. It's probably less effective than my technique of not breathing at all, but some people may have a longer morning commute than I do. The Not Quite Weekly Podcast #9 A very boozy holiday special In this episode, we talk about comedy events, boozy holiday memories and our Thanksgiving plans. Letters From Downtown Signs of Compassion When you work Downtown, when you're here day after day, you deaden a bit to some of the things you see. A couple huddled in a doorway on a cold November morning, a worn-out blanket barely covering them; cops on bikes pulling a homeless man up off of the sidewalk, a puddle of vomit at his feet; an elderly gentleman in suit and tie, stalking down the street and shouting curses at the demons leaking from his head; none of these things provoke a second glance after a while. There's a lot of suffering here for sure and very little that one person can do. A dollar here, a dollar there, maybe that helps a bit, but the overall feeling is one of powerlessness, and slowly you become hardened to it. Today, though, I noticed this sign in the window of Lindy's Diner, and that numbness thawed just a little bit. No, Lindy's isn't going to solve the problems of homelessness and hunger. And one single meal on one single day isn't "enough." But it is something, a reminder that hardness isn't the answer, that compassion is. And that even if we can never do enough, we can, and should, still try. The RETURN of the Alibi's Not Quite Weekly Podcast We interview author Isabel Allende Hey! Remember how we used to have a podcast? Well, we have a podcast again! This episode, we talk about gifts, chat about upcoming events and interview author Isabel Allende! Check it out! Can Courtney Be On a Podcast? Yes. Yes she can. If you've been following the adventures of our resident "person who does things" (we've got to think of a better title), Courtney Foster, you'll know that she's always up for trying something new. This past weekend, that "something new" was appearing on the Potential Problems Podcast, a banter-fest hosted by local comedians John Cuellar and Allen Clark. It's an expletive filled hour or so that isn't afraid to explore some (hilariously) risque content, so maybe wait until the drive home from work before checking this out. But definitely DO check it out! Because these guys are funny and Courtney is too. And hey! We're bringing our own podcast back from the grave, so watch this space for a brand new episode! Realistic renderings of kids' monster drawings are amazing Everybody knows that kids have the weirdest, most wonderful broken brains on the planet. And if you've ever looked at drawing made by the under-8 set, you've probably wondered what it be like if the lumpy, tentacled beast depicted actually roamed the earth. The Monster Project has tasked a group of artists with bringing these child-drawn monstrosities ever so slightly closer to our world by rendering them in a realistic fashion, and the results are wonderful. Check them out, and also note that they have a kickstarter, so if you're moved by their work, you can support it directly. Check out our very excited Sales Director Did you see Monday's episode of Antiques Roadshow? If so, you might have noticed Alibi Sales Director Sarah Bonneau excitedly showing off her Pablita Velarde painting. If you missed it, here it is! he Also worth noting: the creepy robo-deer skull the guy holds up right before the video ends. Get ready to rumble! Day of Destiny Wrestling Dom Vitali! Johnny K! The Almighty Sheik! Brute 66! Somebody named Pinky! I'm not exactly sure who these people are, but I do know that they're going to beat the hell out of each other at the Day of Destiny Wrestling 8. If you, like me, love watching huge sweaty men make guttural threats into a microphone and then hit another huge sweaty man with a chair, then show up at the Westside Community Center this Saturday at 7pm for real local wrasslin' action. The Not Quite Weekly Podcast: Zines, music and events! This week, zine maven Marya Errin Jones and freelance contributor Mike Smith join us to talk about the world of DIY publishing. Also: upcoming music and events! Also, we have a new microphone! Editor's note: While we hyped the right date for the Nine Inch Nails/

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When does Search Console data appear? When you add your site to Search Console, it may take some time before diagnostic and other data is available. This is normal; it can take some time for Search Console to gather and process data for your site. In general, if you see a "No data yet" message, check back later. Once Google starts crawling your site more often, you'll notice that Search Console will begin to show more detailed data, and that this data is updated more often. If you still don't see any data, it may be for one of these reasons: - If you are seeing no data for the site www.example.com, it may be because you have added your site using http://example.com. To Google, these are entirely different sites. If you feel like you're missing some data, add both the www and the non-www version of your domain to your Search Console account. Take a look at the data for both sites. - If you see no data in the Crawl Errors report, it may be because Google simply didn't find any problems. That's great news—but we encourage you to check back regularly. - If you see no data in the Search Analytics report, it may be because people aren't yet clicking on your site in search results. Check out possible reasons why your site may not be performing well in search. - If you see no data in the Sitemaps report, consider helping Google discover content on your site by creating and submitting a Sitemap. We're always working to increase the update frequency for your verified sites' data, such as crawl, index, and search analytics stats. Much of this data depends on the content of your site, and is a close approximation of the status of your site. Our internal systems are always changing, and the web itself is an ever-shifting ecosystem. In addition, there may be a lag between when the numbers are calculated and when they are visible to webmasters - although data gets published in intervals, we are continually collecting it. If your content doesn't change very often, or if you're not getting new links to your site, you may not see updates to your data every time you sign in to Search Console.

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RICHMOND - Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced that he will lead a historic marketing and collaboration mission mission to Cuba from January 3-6, 2016. The Governor will be accompanied by First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe, Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Todd Haymore, Secretary of Health and Human Resources William Hazel, Secretary of Technology Karen Jackson and representatives from Virginia Commonwealth University, the Port of Virginia, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, and the Virginia Museum of Fine Art. The McAuliffe administration, working in collaboration with the Cuban Embassy and other officials in Havana, has arranged meetings with prospective customers and partners for ten Virginia companies and institutions participating in the mission. Company participants include representatives from Smithfield Foods, Perdue Agribusiness, T. Parker Host, Mountain Lumber Company, Virginia Natural Beef, Forever Oceans, and Onduline North America. Speaking about the mission, Governor McAuliffe stated, “Virginia has been a leader in the development of relations with Cuba since federal law allowed for the export of foods and agricultural commodities to the country. As relations between our nations continue to normalize, this mission will further enhance Virginia’s position by expanding current agricultural export business, achieving new agricultural exports, and opening the doors to future collaboration into additional sectors that are key to our efforts to build a new Virginia economy.” Since the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 (TSRA) was passed, limited sales of food and agricultural products have been allowed to Cuba. Recently, the U.S. reestablished official diplomatic ties with Cuba. As bilateral relations continue to improve, Governor McAuliffe tasked Virginia state agencies to explore new commercial opportunities with Cuba, covering a variety of sectors in preparation for the embargo to be fully lifted. “The Commonwealth’s work with Cuba and our agribusinesses and producers has led to approximately $400 million in agricultural exports to the country over the past decade, including approximately $25 million last year,” commented Secretary Haymore. “We’re very proud of that work and the relationships we’ve developed with Cuban officials here and in Washington, D.C. Like the Governor, I’m hopeful that Virginia agriculture and agribusiness will serve as a catalyst for more positive change and create new opportunities for other sectors of the Virginia economy, such as health care and technology, as the relationship between the U.S. and Cuba continues to evolve and improve.” Since his election in November 2013, Governor McAuliffe has worked to expand Virginia’s relationship with Cuba. In January 2015, Cuba’s top diplomat in the U.S., then Chief of Mission, José R. Cabañas, was invited to be the keynote speaker at the Governor’s Conference on Agricultural Trade during a day-long visit to Richmond arranged by the McAuliffe administration; the visit was Cabañas’ first U.S. visit beyond Washington, D.C. During remarks following Cabañas’ speech at the conference, the Governor announced that he would conduct a trade mission to Havana in order to build on partnerships between the Commonwealth and Cuba. The two have met multiple times in preparation for the delegation’s January visit. Cabañas was named formally as Cuban Ambassador to the United States in September 2015. During the mission, the Governor will meet with senior Cuban procurement executives and government representatives to bolster the export of Virginia agricultural goods and to promote closer ties in maritime transportation, higher education and the fine arts. In addition to one-on-one business meetings, the Governor will host a business reception with Virginia companies and Cuban officials at the residence of United States Ambassador Jeffery DeLaurentis in Havana, Cuba. Although U.S. food and agriculture companies can legally export to Cuba under current sanctions, financing restrictions imposed by the embargo, which went into effect in 1962, still limit the ability of Virginia companies to competitively serve the Cuban market to the fullest extent possible. Travel restrictions also constrain Americans’ ability to freely travel to Cuba and business collaboration in certain sectors, such as tourism and basic infrastructure investment, remain illegal. There are currently several bills in Congress which would eliminate or further ease embargo restrictions against Cuba. During the visit to Havana, Governor McAuliffe plans to reiterate his position that Congress should take action to address these impediments to business. Governor McAuliffe commented, “Ending the embargo will create jobs here at home. From rural Virginia to our world-class ports, lifting these arcane trade and travel restrictions will create new employment and economic opportunities for Virginia companies. It will also open new opportunities for Cuban products to be imported to the United States. If we can do business with other countries from around the world, we ought to be able to freely conduct business with a country that’s our next door neighbor”. In October, 2015, Governor McAuliffe was joined by eight other governors in a bi-partisan letter to the leaders of Congress calling for an end to the remaining trade and travel restrictions. Governor McAuliffe reiterated that his administration will continue to press for changes to federal law which will allow for free and open bilateral trade and travel between the U.S. and Cuba. Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced that he will lead a historic marketing and collaboration mission mission to Cuba from January 3-6, 2016.

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Hollywood FAQs: Actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler in FRIENDS, has said that he would be returning to rehab. The actor had previously suffered from prescription pills addiction, as well as alcohol addition. The comedian said that he may have to leave the world of showbiz in order to focus on his recovery. The news comes as a disappointment for those who were following the TV series Mr. Sunshine, in which he acts and has also co-produced. The show had started just recently and with Perry out of the series, it is feared that it may have to be terminated due to low ratings. The actor said that he would be taking a month long break away from work. Perry added that he is leaving in search of some sobriety and to continue his recovery process. The comedian has also appealed to the audience to keep making fun of him on the World Wide Web. The publicist of the actor had confirmed the news, but added that currently he wasn’t in the rehab. While the actor was in the 10 year run of FRIENDS, he had been to the rehab twice for recovery from alcohol addiction and pain killer addiction. The previous TV series of Perry, Studio 60 on the Sunset Trip’ was turned down due to poor ratings.

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So, we're still on the Houston trip....one day I will catch up. We went from seeing family on one side of the city to heading into town to pay some of our closest friends a visit. Jacqueline and I were college roommates for 4 years and she actually can take credit for introducing Andy and I .....twice. That's a story for another time. We had traveled with them back in October for a fun wine trip in Oregon but I hadn't seen her two little guys in over a year...and that was just way too long. Thank goodness for Facebook and Instagram, so I wasn't entirely shocked to see that they were 15 month old go getters! We had fun hanging around their FABULOUS new home, catching up, watching the kids, and playing at the park. I hate direct sun shots, which all of these are, but fun must be documented, and I didn't want to worry about stuff like that, ya know?

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Indigenous Peoples Rights in the Americas Robert Coulter talks about the State of Indigenous Peoples Rights in the Americas and recent developments in Human Rights and International Law. Robert Coulter is a member of the Potawatomi Nation and Executive Director of the Indian Law Resource Center (ILRC). On March 29, 2010, Coulter, who also founded the ILRC in 1978, spoke for approximately 1 [...] You may view the latest post athttp://intercontinentalcry.org/indigenous-peoples-rights-in-the-americas/

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Collecting and piling objects is a hobby for many people. While some of them do it for the sake of their interest, others fulfill their psychological motives from collecting things. Read on to know some major reasons behind the development of this habit of people. Attachment to past Some collectors feel quite attached to their past and preserve things as a memory of this past. They want to retain all good memories with them. While doing it unconsciously, they sometimes turn into compulsive collectors over a period of time. Fun and interest Many people collect things because of their special interests. For example, some individuals have an interest in collecting stamps while others preserve antique figurines. They believe it is fun to collect their favorite items and see a growing collection. It offers them happiness when their collection of things widens. Psychologists suggest that people also collect things to gain control over their lives. While they cannot control a variety of aspects of their real lives, they try to fulfill this desire by gaining control over collectibles. This also helps them reduce some anxiety and deal better with life situations. Some people collect their favorite items so they can come in contact with like-minded people in society. They may aim at enhancing their social interaction with such people who also like to collect similar objects. This further gives them more knowledge and a sense of pleasure. Additionally, they may be looking for recognition for their collections from fellow collectors. Freedom and security For certain individuals, their collections are like their diversified wealth. This not only gives them a feeling of freedom, but also makes them feel more secure. Selling and trading For people with profit motives, their collections become a way to earn money. They want to either trade them with fellow collectors or sell them at a higher price to interested parties. (0) Readers Comments June 10, 2013 June 20, 2013 June 22, 2013 November 17, 2015 There should be more articles and videos about this social issues, so Thanks alot im now more aware about it! I prefer living on the ground and where it's not so dense and loud lik whoah this weblog is fantastic i love studying your articles. Keep up I am not sure where you're getting yоur infoгmation, Ьut goօd topic.

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do you like Harvest Moon? do you like Animal Crossing? do you like Rune Factory? if you can answer “YES!” to one or all of these questions then you have GOT to get your grubby little paws on Stardew Valley. it’s a game by a sole developer released at the end of February and it just EXPLODED in popularity. i originally was going to wait until it was on sale [because let’s face it, i hardly pay full price for a vidya game.] but after watching Markiplier and jacksepticeye both play it and my Tumblr/Twitter feeds blowing up with friends playing it, i had to have it NOW. it basically runs the most akin to Harvest Moon to me in which you raise crops and animals on a farm and build the farm buildings to keep them in. you do quests for the townspeople and there’s eligible people you can marry and have/adopt kids with. YES, there is same-sex marriage / kid adoption!! that was definitely something Harvest Moon lacked, despite all the “listening” Natsume was doing to their HM fans…. in the way it’s like Animal Crossing: you fill up the museum, upgrade your house and tools, shops are only open at certain times i haven’t played [or at least i don’t think i did…] Rune Factory so i don’t know what things would be alike to it. you can name your animals, either randomly generated or typing in your own. i went mostly with randomly generated names because some of them were just bloody hilarious like the above pictured chicken is called Snotzi. there’s four seasons, with winter being the less productive for crops [NOTHING GROWS.] but as you progress in the game, some dude comes to set your cave up with fruit bats or psychedelic [not really.] mushrooms. i did a lot of research on both and found mushrooms to be the better choice. you can also go mining for ore and geodes to sell. and apparently in the third year, your dead grampa that passed the farm down to you comes back to life or something??? i’m currently edging into Winter of Year 2 so i’m not sure how confirmed that is but i suppose we [more like i] will find out! i haven’t really bothered with the romancing system yet because none of the available characters have jumped out at me yet. pretty certain it’s going to be a case of wanting someone that you CAN’T romance, but y’know….PC MODS, BITCHES. somebody is bound to make a mod for the unavailable people. i mean, they made a mod to make the ABSOLUTELY RAGE INDUCING FISHING SYSTEM easier so i think anything’s possible at this point. this is what my house looks like at the moment [with the first upgrade of a kitchen, and i’m slowly learning how to craft things: the chest! i also built a stone fence because the wooden one was just pissing me the hell off. by the way you get to adopt a dog or cat depending on your preference made when creating your character. i chose cats [obviously] and named the cat Thranduil. he likes to sleep in the kitchen and get stuck next to his water bowl outside so i have to dig his ass out.

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Welcome to the Virtual Vegan Potluck: bringing vegan food bloggers together to share a virtual potluck, linked by a blog circle – and our love of cooking, eating and sharing. Participating bloggers will be posting recipes – from appetizers to desserts. Many Blessings to Annie from the wonderful blog an unrefined vegan for bringing us all together. Links for the entire Potluck at the bottom of this post. You don’t have to be a vegan to join in – the Potluck is all about fantastic healthy recipes celebrating plant-based foods. Something for everyone! I have served this vegan recipe at my spiritual and psychic workshops for many years, where it is lovingly referred to as ‘Slop in a Pot’. No matter how big a quantity I make it is always gobbled up. This dish is great grounding food (not sure what grounding is, or how to do it – click here), and it really nurtures your base, sacral and solar plexus chakras. It is also light enough energetically to allow you to make strong psychic connection while staying in that grounded space. Needless to say, I eat this kind of food often when I am working! It’s one of those fantastic recipes, where, once you get the hang of it, can be easily modified to suit whatever ingredients you have to hand. I have often served it to great compliment from people who had no idea (and still probably don’t!) that it was meat-free. Note to those people with peanut allergies: I have also made this recipe with roasted macadamia nut paste in place of peanut butter. It still tasted heavenly, and the macadamias bring out a real sweetness in the dish. If you choose to use macadamias don’t use strong flavoured beans, tempeh or chick peas as the macadamia flavour will be overpowered. Ingredients to serve four: Sauce: One can of coconut cream, 1/2 can of water (you may need a little more), 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 heaped tablespoons peanut butter, 1 tablespoon palm sugar or equivalent sweetener, 2 tablespoons of your favourite curry powder, 2 large garlic cloves chopped finely, 1/2 inch of fresh root ginger grated (or use powdered ginger to taste), juice of half a lemon or lime, one sliced chilli or chilli powder to your taste (optional for those who prefer a milder flavour), one tablespoon of oil – coconut is great, but use whatever you have to hand. Heat oil in a heavy bottomed saucepan, add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant. Add curry powder and stir well, then pour in coconut cream. Mix well. Add all other sauce ingredients, stirring well after each addition. Adjust seasoning if required. Then add water to thin down sauce. (Hint – this sauce is also delicious on its own, drizzled over steamed, baked or barbequed vegetables, or cooled and spooned over a crunchy salad – just don’t add the extra water, so that it stays thick and rich.) Vegetables: Two washed potatoes – skin on, one large carrot, one onion, one cup each (or your best guess) of sweet potato and pumpkin, 2 cups of quick cooking fresh seasonal vegetables such as capsicum (peppers) corn, beans, snow peas, broccoli, cauliflower etc Additional protein: You can add a cup of cubed tofu or tempeh to this dish if you are looking to add more protein. Chickpeas also work delightfully well. Chop all vegetables. Add root vegetables to the pot and cook for fifteen to twenty minutes on a slow simmer. Add more water if needed. Stir pot occasionally to prevent mixture sticking on the bottom. Check that the root vegetables are almost cooked before adding remainder of vegetables and any proteins that need to heat through. Cook for another five minutes or so until everything is done to your linking. Remove from heat. Garnish: While root vegetables are cooking dry roast a cupful of raw cashew nuts and set aside. Cut the other half of the lemon or lime into wedges. Chop some fresh coriander (cilantro) and a chilli (if you like things hot!) Place a generous serve of rice in the bottom of a bowl, and then spoon the satay vegetables over the top. Garnish with the toasted cashews, some coriander (cilantro) and chilli slices, and a wedge of lemon or lime. Enjoy! Namaste ♥ xx To start at the beginning of the Virtual Vegan Potluck so that you can enjoy all the recipes and fun click here! To visit the blog that precedes mine in the potluck click the image below: To read the blog that follows mine in the potluck click the image below:

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This special-edition volume of the Library of Ancient Israel, based on the latest research, presents a vivid description of the world of Ancient Israel, covering such topics as domestic life, the means of existence, cultural expression, and religious practices. With over 175 full-color pictures and illustrations, Life in Biblical Israel opens the door to everyday life in biblical Israel for all readers. This volume is perfect for classrooms, coffee tables, and personal use. Volumes in the Library of Ancient Israel draw on multiple disciplines--such as archaeology, anthropology, sociology, linguistics, and literary criticism--to illuminate the everyday realities and social subtleties these ancient cultures experienced. This series employs sophisticated methods resulting in original contributions that depict the reality of the people behind the Hebrew Bible and interprets these insights for a wide variety of readers.

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On Sunday after church, the trebles (sopranos and altos) had their first rehearsal on the Christmas Day music. They will be singing Gabriel Fauré’s Messe Basse for the ordinary, plus the French carol, Il est né. (They’ll also be singing O magnum mysterium by Gerald Near for the communion, and I’m afraid I don’t know if he has any French in his ethnic background! For the first read-through, all sounded lovely. I will also be playing French noels by Claude Balbastre (A la venue de Noel, Joseph est bien marié and Votre bonté grand Dieu). It will be women only on Christmas Day and the music will be gentle and pastoral, quite a contrast to the exuberant and virtuosic Bach and Praetorius music of the night before, Christmas Eve. As you know, Carl and I went to France this past summer, and we thought we’d have a French Christmas theme with our holiday parties this year. Two parties are in the record books, and in case you’re interested, we had French cheeses and patés, four appetizers in verrines (small glass dishes), boeuf bourgignon (French beef stew), fillet de saumon (salmon filet), haricots verts (green beans), and tarte tatin (French apple tart). So not only are we presenting French music, we’re eating French food too! Joyeux Noël !

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TRADERS have welcomed the news that a deal has been reached over the future of rents at Mexborough’s indoor market. After months of haggling between stallholders and Doncaster Council bosses the local authority has decided not to impose five-fold rent increases, but instead implement a lower rate. Rates for a single stall were originally due to rise from £15.72 per week to £78.60 a week by 2013 because Doncaster Council could no longer subsidise the market hall at the current rate. Last month the South Yorkshire Times revealed that a deal had been struck, but the council would not disclose exact financial arrangements. But the authority has now announced that the new rate will be a one-off increase, bringing a typical rent for a secure unit inside the market hall to £36.10 per week. It will be introduced immediately, but in future years rents may be raised in line with the Retail Price Index. Mexborough market trader Phil Toone said: “The new rents have effectively doubled but we are pleased because they are less than the ridiculous rates they were originally proposing. “We have said from the start we knew they were going to go up but they needed to be reasonable.” Fellow stallholder Wendy Bailey added: “I am happy that it has finally come to a conclusion, but it shouldn’t have taken this long. They should have offered us a fairer deal in the first place.” Mexborough MP and Labour Leader Ed Miliband has supported traders throughout. He said: “I’m pleased that a deal has been agreed. “I visited the market several times to support the traders’ fight against unfair and unrealistic rent demands. “Many of the stallholders I met during those visits were struggling to make ends meet and others were even considering leaving the market. “I hope this deal will change that situation and I hope the market will continue to play an important role within Mexborough for many years to come.” Mayor of Doncaster, Peter Davies, said: “The existing level of rents was far lower than at similar markets elsewhere, but at the same time we were fully aware of the need to keep the rates at an affordable level which would enable traders to maintain their businesses in these difficult economic times. “This new rate means traders will pay around £6 per day if they choose to trade from Monday to Saturday. “Prior to this agreement Mexborough market was due to cost Doncaster Council approximately £140,000 per year, and even after these rent increases the market will require an annual subsidy of around £100,000 each year.”

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Easter is my favorite holiday. It is a time of getting closer to the Lord, learning how to offer myself to Him more in ways I didn’t stop to think about. It’s a time of pondering His love for us, a time of pondering how He gave and gives that love to us each day. It’s a time of solemness, and then a time for rejoicing. Holy week is my favorite week of the year but this year I spent it with illness and it was a lot less structured than they way I like to spend Holy Week. Despite that, I spent most of the week offering my suffering to the Father and trying as best I knew how to accept how I was feeling and whatever His will is for me. These were the gifts I could give to Him and our Lord Jesus this year since my body wouldn’t allow me to spend time with Him and worship him in the community of my Church. Easter arrived Sunday and truth be told, despite still not feeling well I have been walking around on cloud nine all day and so overwhelmed at the love and goodness of our Lord. He gave His life for me! For you! and still, He gave me more this Easter. The photo above is of myself and my oldest nephew who is more like a son to me than a nephew and whom I have not physically seen in ten years. Not because of any kind of strife but rather just life itself. All week I had been quite saddened by the fact that I could not physically go and be with my Lord at Mass and I am guessing he knew how much this bothered me because then he put my nephew in my presence as if to say, I understand, I love you. Here is what I know your heart needs at this moment. The next gift my Lord gave to me this Easter, as if He hasn’t given enough is, Easter this year marked one year that He gave my husband a second chance at life. On April 16th 2016 my husband suffered a heart attack which very well could have taken him out. God had other plans. (Thank you God) I can not tell you in mere words how very thankful I am to the Lord for His blessings, His mercy, His love. My life may have many problems but with those problems I am blessed by Him beyond deserving. Here are some photos from the day with my nephew and his beautiful family. I hope you enjoy the photos. The fact that I am old enough to be a great aunt twice over has not escaped me but I also realize how blessed I am because there are many that the privileged of aging is denied. My niece in law. Nothing better than hugs. I have been blessed beyond measure. My cup runeth over.

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|If you care about your health, then you need to watch this short presentation.| August 29, 2014 Billlions in proven reserves just found Every once in a while a ridiculous deal presents itself. IRMGF (or inspiration miniing corporation) is a junior miining company that has properties in Ontario, Utah and Chile and has just found massive reserves of nickel, copper platinum and other rare metals. Walstreet is about to start buying up shares in IRMGF this very quickly as it is so cheap right now trading at just under 10cents. I expect to see this hit a dollar next week. Move quickly. |To end your WallStreetOTC Daily e-mail subscription and associated external offers sent from WallStreetOTC Daily, click here to unsubscribe. | If you are you having trouble receiving your WallStreetOTC Daily subscription, you can ensure its arrival in your mailbox by whitelisting Laissez Faire Today. (c) 2014 WallStreetOTC Daily, LLC. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution (electronic or otherwise, including on the World Wide Web), in whole or in part, is encouraged provided the attribution WallStreetOTC Daily Faire Books is preserved. 808 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore MD 21202. Nothing in this e-mail should be considered personalized

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I would to thank all that donated to a worthy cause, MDA. I was able to talk my way, and good behavior, into a work release program and get out early. With your donations plus a few phone calls and Internet donations, I was able to raise close to $800.00. I have already put my name in for next year hoping to raise more than I did this year. While in jail helping to raise money I had a person tell me a story about how her friend's son was recently diagnosed with MD and how some of the money that we helped to raise was already being put to good use, helping with travel expenses back and forth from a distant hospital. So again thank you for helping out. Bob Jr.

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Last week, we talked about Team Morale as a Key Result Area (KRA). Remember, the work of a manager is different than the work of a team member. Another KRA that often escapes the role description is Team Member Development. Key Result Area – Team Member Development Context – An important accountability for every manager in our company is to pay attention to the team. The most critical work product in our company requires high levels of competence, cooperation and support between team members in collateral working relationships. It is incumbent on the manager to use their discretionary judgment in the selection and retention of team members. Tasks and Activities – The manager will clearly assign tasks within the capability and competence of the team member. Routinely, the manager will test the team member’s capability and competence with project work to determine if the team member is capable of more complex work and if the team member has achieved a higher skill level. The manager will routinely assess the effectiveness of the team member to determine additional skills training, assignment of more complex work and consideration for promotion. Accountability – The manager is accountable for evaluating the effectiveness of each team member, identifying effectiveness at level of work and skill competence. The manager will review this team member assessment each month in a 1-1 discussion with their manager, to identify potential for higher level of work, adjustment to lower level of work, additional skills training, cross-training, reassignment or de-selection.

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Associations and Organizations Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA) The Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA) is a non-profit organization representing social and community services staff at the municipal level in Ontario. The association’s purpose is to enhance its members’ capacity to plan, manage and deliver quality human services to best meet the needs of their communities. Click here to link to OMSSA.

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Study authors identified two congress abstracts and nine randomized controlled trials: eight of which were related to undifferentiated arthritis, and one which was related to very early RA. Four Phase 3 clinical trials of baricitinib in the treatment of moderate-to-severe active rheumatoid arthritis enrolled patients who were methotrexate-naïve or had inadequate response to methotrexate, conventional disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) or DMARDs with TNF inhibitors. Krystexxa, a PEGylated uric acid specific enzyme, is approved for the treatment of refractory chronic gout. Simponi Aria is currently approved for the treatment of adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis in combination with methotrexate. This first-of-its-kind study followed 16 patients at ≥30 weeks gestation who have been on Cimzia therapy for RA (n=11), CD (n=3), PsA (n=1), or axSpA/AS (n=1). Xeljanz and Xeljanz XR are Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors indicated to treat moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis when methotrexate therapy is inadequate. The VOLTAIRE-RA study enrolled 645 adults aged 18-80 years with moderately-to-severely active rheumatoid arthritis on stable therapy with methotrexate.

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Member ID: 25749 things I like:cats and dogs,hang'in out with my buds,playing games,and playing my guitar my favorite sports:all of em. things i don't like:being bored,perverts,stalkers,players,and HATERS Favorite music: dubstep,one republic,and coldplay instruments i play:acoustic guitar and the keyboard PM me and i accept all freind request. Nintendo 3DS friendcode: 0302-0796-4858 New registered users today: 0 Newest registered user: AtomicBlonde

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|Year : 2003 | Volume | Issue : 4 | Page : 265--270 The genus Malassezia and human disease Inamadar AC, Palit A Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology, BLDEA’s SBMP Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Bijapur Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology, Ashram Road, Bijapur – 586103 Sabouraud’s Pityrosporum is now recognized as Malassezia. With taxonomic revision of the genus, newer species have been included. The role of this member of the normal human skin flora in different cutaneous and systemic disorders is becoming clearer. The immunological responses it induces in the human body are conflicting and their relevance to clinical features is yet to be explored. |How to cite this article:| Inamadar A C, Palit A. The genus Malassezia and human disease . Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2003;69:265-70 The genus Malassezia comprises a group of superficial dimorphic fungi occurring as normal skin flora on the human body. However, they can also cause infection or are associated with certain skin diseases. Rarely, they can become invasive, to cause opportunistic systemic infection in the presence of certain predisposing factors. During the past two decades, this group of fungi has gained increasing importance. The nomenclature has been changed, newer species have been identified and associations of the organism with different disease entities have been described. In 1846, Eichstedt described the disease pityriasis versicolor, though he was unable to isolate the organism. Robin (1853) isolated fungal elements from these lesions and named the organism as Microsporum furfur, as he thought it was identical to the dermatophyte Microsporum auduoinii. Hence, the disease was renamed as tinea versicolor. Malassez (1874) isolated yeast cells from human dandruff scales; subsequently, spherical and oval forms of these yeasts were recognized. In 1889, Baillon included this group of yeasts under the genus Malassezia. Sabouraud (1904) considered this organism as a cause of dandruff and gave it a new name, Pityrosporum malassez. In the following years, there was controversy regarding the generic name of the fungus, Pityrosporum or Malassezia. Sternberg and Keddie (1969) detected the same antigenic components in Pityrosporum orbiculare and Malassezia furfur by the fluorescent antibody technique. In 1984 (Yarrow and Ahearn), Malassezia gained priority over Pityrosporum and was accepted as the generic name for the fungus. There were three identifiable species in the genus Malassezia, namely, M. furfur, M. pachydermatis and M. sympodialis. In 1996, following taxonomic revision of the genus, four new species, M. globosa, M. obtusa, M. restricta and M. slooffiae were included. Earlier, the first three were considered as different serovars (A, B, and C) of M. furfur. Earlier workers were unaware of the metabolic properties of Malassezia. Hence, the organism could not be grown in vitro until Benham (1939) detected its lipophilic nature. Malassezia metabolizes long chain fatty acids like oleic acid and except M. pachydermatis, the other six species are obligatory lipophilic. A few species like M. furfur also produce long chain dicarboxylic acids (like azelaic acid), which inhibit pigment production in vivo and thus cause hypopigmentation., The organism can be grown in Sabouraud's dextrose agar (SDA) or malt agar to which chloramphenicol and cycloheximide have been added. A sterile olive oil overlay is added to meet their lipid requirement. Media with whole-fat cow's milk works better than the above. Modified Dixon agar is also ideal for the growth of Malassezia., The fungus is dimorphic, occurring as a saprophytic yeast form and a parasitic mycelial form. Yeast is the prime form isolated in vitro from the culture media. As detected by earlier authors, yeast cells are morphologically variable, occurring in spherical (globose), ovoid or cylindrical forms. There is one way conversion of the yeasts, from spherical to oval and cylindrical forms, so that in older cultures, predominantly oval or cylindrical forms are found. In vivo the yeasts multiply by monopolar budding with a collarette or scar at the base of the daughter bud, visible by electron microscopy. The normal human skin flora consists predominantly of the yeast phase, the spherical form occurring on the trunk and the oval form on the scalp. The mycelial form comprises short, septate hyphae, arranged at an angle or end to end with occasional branching. Pathological specimens consist predominantly of hyphae with clusters of spherical yeasts (spaghetti and meatball appearance). The clinical lesions have a yellow fluorescence on Wood's lamp examination. For direct demonstration of the organism, the specimen is collected from the clinical lesions by scraping or tape stripping and a KOH mount is prepared. Addition of an equal volume of Parker blue-black Quink permanent fountain pen ink to KOH (Parker's stain) enhances the visibility, as the bright blue stain is taken up by the organism. From follicular lesions, a sample is collected either by scraping or by a punch biopsy. In the latter case, it is stained with Gomori's methenamine silver stain that stains the fungus black. As the organism is part of the normal skin flora, a culture from the lesions is not helpful for diagnostic purposes. For demonstration of the organism from the culture, lactophenol cotton blue stain is used. The fungus abounds in the skin of subjects from tropical and subtropical climates. Individual species have specific host preferences. M. pachydermatis was first isolated from the rhinoceros. It is mainly found in domestic animals, like dogs, causing otitis externa, but occasionally can infect humans. M. sympodialis is the most frequent species occurring in humans as normal flora or sometimes in association with disease. M. furfur, M. globosa and M. restricta also affect humans. M. furfur is seldom found as normal flora or in disease states. M. globosa and M. restricta are mainly pathogenic, associated with pityriasis versicolor and pityriasis capitis or seborrheic dermatitis respectively. M. slooffiae can be demonstrated as normal flora on the trunk. This species is also pathogenic in pigs. In humans, the peak age for normal carriage or disease by Malassezia is the early 20s, when sebaceous gland activity is maximum. Its distribution as normal flora is related to sebaceous gland density, and thus the scalp, face, central chest and back bear the highest number of fungi., Other sites, like the hair follicles and the external ear, are also sites of colonization. The hair shaft, nail and mucosae are not affected. In an epidemiological study, 97% of the normal adult population showed scalp carriage and 92% showed trunk carriage for Malassezia. Colonization or disease by Malassezia is rare at the extremes of ages., However, in different studies, hospitalized infants have shown a positive skin culture for M. furfur, the incidence varying from 37% to 84%., Many healthy infants develop a cutaneous flora comprising Malassezia species within the first 6 months of life. A variety of disease states are linked to infection or colonization by Malassezia [Table-1]. The occurrence of clinical disease by Malassezia depends on the factors permitting conversion of the saprophytic yeast phase of the organism to the mycelial phase. High sebum levels at puberty, excessive sweating, warmer season (May to September), application of oil, malnutrition, administration of systemic steroids or the presence of Cushing's disease, pregnant state or therapy with oral contraceptives, antibiotics or immunosuppressives are some factors that facilitate massive growth of the fungus., It is not clearly known whether the disease is initiated by alteration of the usual relationship between the human host and the resident yeast flora that facilitates mycelial conversion or by transmission from a source patient. Some species constituting normal flora may have a greater pathogenic potential and may be converted to the mycelial phase readily. The occurrence of diseases like pityriasis versicolor in several members of a family suggests a genetic susceptibility to the infection., A variable quantity of Malassezia specific IgG antibodies are found in normal adults. In disease states inflammatory and regulatory cytokines of both the Th1 and Th2 types are generated. The current view about the pathogenicity of Malassezia is that the organism may produce a lipid soluble, low molecular weight (< 1-2 kDa) substance under certain growth conditions, which acts as a chemotactic agent for leukocytes and thus induces inflammation. In a study by Faergemann et al, there was an increase in NK1+ and CD16+ cells along with complement activation in patients with seborrheic dermatitis and Malassezia folliculitis, indicating an irritant, non-immunogenic stimulation of the immune system. The cause of this irritant response is likely to be products released by Malassezia. Pityriasis versicolor (PV) is the only skin infection where Malassezia plays a definite causative role. It is a chronic, superficial non-inflammatory infection of the skin occurring principally on the trunk and proximal extremities of young adults. The mycelial phase of the fungus is predominant in the lesions. M. globosa is the main species isolated from the lesions. In one study, M. globosa was the only isolated species in 60% of cases of PV, and in an additional 37%, in combination with M. sympodialis and M. restricta. In other studies M. globosa has been isolated in more than 90% cases., Dutta et al have also reported M. globosa as the main species isolated from patients with PV in North India. More than one species of Malassezia can be isolated from a clinical specimen.,, The chronic relapsing course of the disease and increased incidence of PV in steroid treated and immunosuppressed patients are suggestive of failure on the patients' part to mount a protective CMI response against the fungus. A recent study found that patients with PV may not actually have a deficient CMI to the mycelial antigen of Malassezia. However, during active disease, they fail to generate a CMI response that would provide protection. It is a subclinical, inflammatory scalp disorder, episodic, recurrent or constant, that results in disruption of cohesion between corneocytes, visible as scales. The disorder is most prevalent and severe among adolescents and young adults, and rare among children and the elderly. Environmental factors like winter season, UV irradiation, airborne irritants and hair cosmetics are known to aggravate the condition. Malassez (1874) had isolated the yeast forms of the species from dandruff scales. It has been hypothesized that a critical quantity of the yeasts are required for the clinical manifestation of dandruff and when it exceeds this, features of seborrheic dermatitis are seen. The oval yeast form of M. restricta has been isolated from dandruff scales. Toxin production and lipase activities of the yeast inducing a pro-inflammatory state and stimulating host immune response may be operative in the pathogenesis. Environmental factors have some additive effect on the pathogenicity of the fungus. There is a definite response to topical antifungals when Malassezia is associated with dandruff. Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is a chronic dermatitis with greasy scales in seborrheic areas in children and adults. The total count of the fungus has been found to be raised in lesions of SD. M. sympodialis and M. restricta are the Malassezia species found commonly in SD lesions. In animal experiments, inoculated killed yeasts can produce histopathological features of SD. However, the levels of Malassezia specific antibodies are consistently raised in patients with SD. The results of studies determining the immunological response of SD patients to Malassezia are variable. Some authors have found slightly greater mean Malassezia specific IgG levels in patients with SD than in healthy controls. Others were unable to detect any such difference in the levels of total humoral antibody or immunoglobulin subclasses. There is also an alteration of cytokine production and their respective levels in patients with SD. Lymphocyte stimulation studies with yeast antigen have shown that lymphocytes from patients with SD produce more of IL-10 than IL-2 and IFN-g, indicating a Th2 type of immune response in vivo. Current studies indicate that the immune response to yeast antigens in SD patients remains unaltered. The toxins or inflammatory mediators produced by Malassezia act as strong leukocyte activators and chemotactic agents, cause degranulation and thus induce inflammation. The fluctuations in the disease severity are explained by the variation in the number of yeast cells and thus the amount of mediators produced under certain conditions of growth. In most cases, this condition is associated with SD. It is not known whether the fungus plays any causative role or whether there is merely a proliferation of Malassezia in the enlarged follicle. Overgrowth of the yeast causes blockage of follicular ostia. It is possible that hydrolysis of triglycerides, fatty acid synthesis and activation of the alternate complement pathway by the fungus induce inflammation, resulting in folliculitis. Histopathologically, there is a perifollicular mononuclear cell infiltrate around the infundibulum. An increased number of T helper cells and Langerhans cells have been found in skin lesions. Malassezia yeasts are seen, but mycelial forms are usually absent. Serum IgG antibodies against Malassezia have been found in higher titres than in healthy controls. The condition responds to 2% ketoconazole, but relapses are frequent. Hence, once weekly prophylactic treatment with such agents is recommended. Previously considered as neonatal acne, it is a newly described benign clinical entity occurring in neonates. There is a non-follicular pustular eruption involving the face, neck and scalp. Its incidence is 3% of hospitalized neonates. The diagnostic criteria for differentiating this condition from others like milia, sebaceous gland hyperplasia and neonatal acne are: age of onset less than 1 month, cephalic location, smear positive for Malassezia, elimination of other causes of neonatal pustulosis, and response to topical ketoconazole. M. furfur is the most commonly isolated species. M. sympodialis can occur in the severe form. Neonatal sebum production due to maternal hormonal influences facilitates the growth of yeasts, which might have been seeded from the mother or from healthcare workers. It is a genetic defect of keratinization where there is an abnormal response to colonization by Malassezia and/or follicular bacteria. The condition is commonly seen around puberty as asymptomatic, flat, dry papules varying in size from 1-5 mm on the mid-back, chest, sides of the neck and shoulders. The response to topical or systemic antifungals is variable. Systemic infection by Malassezia is becoming an increasingly recognized entity among seriously ill, low-birth-weight, hospitalized neonates or adults receiving infusion of intravenous lipid preparations as part of parenteral alimentation., M. furfur is the commonest species isolated; M. pachydermatis has also been reported. The source of the fungus in such cases is usually the patient's own skin flora or the hands of healthcare workers. The long chain fatty acids in intralipid solutions facilitate the growth of the organism along the lumen of the indwelling catheter, and depending on the host immune status there is systemic spread. Examination of the removed catheter in such cases reveals adherent fungi, maximally along the distal lumen, often visible as white clumps. In the presence of fungimia, embolization occurs, the lungs being involved frequently. Yeasts can be demonstrated in the walls of small pulmonary arteries or in areas of an infarct. Thrombocytopenia and leukocytosis with increased band forms are seen in children. A blood culture is only infrequently positive. Clinical symptoms and signs may be subtle or the patient may be asymptomatic. Morbidity associated with Malassezia fungimia is difficult to assess as the condition is underdiagnosed and patients usually suffer from other major illnesses. The growth of Malassezia is known to be enhanced in immunocompromised conditions. The skin flora remains quantitatively normal in HIV infected patients. In a recent study from India, the authors found the overall incidence of Malassezia infection among HIV infected patients to be 13.5%; the incidence of PV, Malassezia folliculitis and SD was 40%, 16% and 56% respectively. Among these, 9 patients had a clinical diagnosis of AIDS. A higher incidence and severity of SD has been reported in AIDS patients (30-55% vs 1-3% in the normal population). The incidence of SD in these patients can be correlated with CD4+ T cell counts; with > 200 cells it is 15% and with < 200 cells, it becomes 58%. Thus, it appears that immunosuppression in HIV infection enhances Malassezia growth. In the series of HIV infected patients reported by Kaviarasan et al, extensive PV and SD with an aggressive course were observed in advanced stages of immunosuppression, and the authors have proposed that the presence of such features can be used as a clinical marker of AIDS in resource poor countries. It has been proposed that aggravation of SD in HIV infected patients is not directly related to Malassezia growth. In disease states, the level of toxic products of Malassezia rises, increasing the prevalence and severity of SD. Moreover, the HIV infected state increases level of interferons and tumor necrosis factor-a, which are known to alter the lipid metabolism, increasing serum triglyceride and cholesterol levels. 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